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Monthly Archives: December 2012
RedEye #0: Notes
Things learned about RedEye.
RedEye IP Stops Responding or Slows Down
If the Port Script is edited, there may be an error in the script.
RedEye #6: Testing IP Control Codes
Knowing what a device returns after a command is received (sent by redid), helps design a control strategy.
RedEye #5: Receive a Message from VSX via IP
After completing RedEye: Connect to Pioneer VSX via IP, the RedEye is already receiving messages from the VSX.
RedEye #4: Connect to Pioneer VSX via IP
To proceed, you must have the following for the VSX:
- IP address (192.168.0.121)
- Port number (23)
Pioneer Receiver Network Settings
Reserving an IP address for a client on your local network
Add the VSX

- Select the desired Manufacturer
- And Type
- Change the Port to Add New IP Port
- Enter your desired Display Name
- Click Find Codes
Select a Codeset

At the time of this tutorial, there was just a single codeset for the VSX.
RedEye #3: AirPort Utility 5.x – Reserving an IP address for a client on your local network
Over time, a device’s Internet Protocol (IP) address can change unless you establish a reserved address within your router.
RedEye #2: AirPort Utility 6.x – Reserving an IP address for a client on your local network
Over time, a device’s Internet Protocol (IP) address can change unless you establish a reserved address within your router.
RedEye #1: Pioneer Receiver Network Settings (VSX-1121-K)
For the VSX to be controlled externally via IP, you must turn on Network Standby and determine the port number and MAC address.