Rudeo Control it is a wireless (Wi-Fi or Bluetooth) networking software that allows to remotely control Windows Media Player 10 (or 9) on your main computer from Pocket PC, while delivering a wide variety of remotely available functions:
Browse the complete media library from Pocket PC.
Cue up songs ahead of time and change music at any moment.
Save your selections as Playlists
Manage existing Playlists
Play controls: Stop,Play,Pause,Next,Previous
Volume Control
Shuffle mode on/off
Progress Bar with real-time update back to Pocket PC
Seek to any spot on the song by dragging progress trackbar.
Stores Media Library locally on Pocket PC for quick start operation
Update Media Library without having to dock Pocket PC into cradle. Download progress is now displayed with transfer speed.
Will work with multiple Pocket PCs connected to the same computer.
Reliable operation: Music doesn't stop if Pocket PC turns off or disconnects from computer.
Use Full Functionality of Windows Media Player while it's under Rudeo Control:
Select Player Visualizations on the fly.
Add or remove media from Player Media Library.
Use either normal or Full Screen mode for video output.
If you have an XP Media Center PC, check out our Rudeo MCE Control for XP Media Center Edition
Rudeo Control is a must-have in following situations
Situation #1
You have a party, no DJ, but need to multi-task by being a good host, mix drinks, entertain guests. - No Problem. Rudeo Control is just for you: Do whatever you need, be anywhere you want, but take Rudeo Control on Pocket PC with you, and amaze your guests!
Situation #2
Some of your guests would like to request their favorite music, but they don't know if you have it. Easy solution: hand the Rudeo Control to them and be free to do other things and socialize. The best part is: they don't have to sit in front of the computer to change music.
Situation #3
You're at your pad after a long day and would like to relax and enjoy some tunes. Turn on your Pocket PC and select music from any relaxing location at home. (just don't drop your Pocket PC in the tub)
An example of home network configuration is shown below
Requirements
Pocket PC 2002 or later with Wireless Connectivity (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g)
Windows Media Player 9 or later on main PC.
Pocket PC must be able to connect wirelessly to XP Media Center PC (see FAQs at http://www.rudeo.com/support)
Pocket PC may require download of .NET Compact Framework (see more info on http://www.rudeo.com)
Rudeo Control is available for a Free Trial or to buy for $19.95.
Registered users receive FREE Upgrades
Version 1.5 Updates:
Added Auto-reconnected on power or network change.
Added Wi-Fi quick connect
Added easy switching to other servers.
Fixed compatibility with WMP10
Resolved memory issues that occured on some machines.
Added Shuffle on/off
Displays progress and transfer speed when downloading library
Expired trials receive additional 5 trial net use days
Corrected order of tracks in albums
Fixed shutdown issue
Version 1.4 Updates:
Added hardware keys mapping to control volume, next/previous, play/pause.
Improved library performance
Version 1.3 Updates:
Streamlined album and selection queueing/playing.
Added support for FullScreen video on/off
Added support for Remote operation of Visualizations Menu.
Added instant reconnect
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Supported operating systems:
Pocket PC 2002, Windows Mobile 2003, Windows Mobile 5.0, Windows Mobile 6 Classic, Windows Mobile 6 Professional, Windows Mobile 6.1 Classic, Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional, Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional
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