[mythtv-users] Can't believe this hasn't been written already....

[Kevin Kuphal]

Jason Donahue wrote:

>Anyone have a patch, or example code for adding a menu item to Myth that
>launches arbitrary commands ?
>
>I would think this would be a piece of cake. Just create a menu button,
>and associate it with an application to run.
>
>The reason I am asking is because I am about to start putting together a
>carputer, and want to use Myth as the interface. I will have an LCD
>mounted in my dash were I can load MP3s, Movies, etc. But I also want to
>play with GPS and wireless sniffing, and want to be able to select "War
>Drive" from the myth menu and launch Kismet, or something.
>
>Anyone know of a way to do this ?
>  
>
It's been asked.  Try looking in the archives:

http://www.gossamer-threads.com/lists/engine?list=mythtv&do=search_results&search_forum=forum_1&search_string=EXEC+menu&search_type=AND

It's an EXEC command on a menu item.  Use EXECTV if your command has 
anything to do with holding a tuner.

Kevin