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Q-SYS DirecTV SHEF Driver
A Q-SYS plugin that controls DirecTV satellite set-top boxes via the **SHEF** (Set-top box HTTP Exported Functionality) protocol. SHEF exposes an HTTP/JSON interface on port 8080 for tuning, remote-key simulation, status queries, and more. RS-232 serial control is also supported (Beta).
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Overview
The DirecTV SHEF Q-SYS Driver enables control of DirecTV satellite set-top boxes
(STBs) from a QSC Q-SYS audio/video/control ecosystem. It communicates over your
local network using DirecTV’s SHEF protocol (Set-top box HTTP Exported
Functionality), which provides HTTP-based access to channel tuning, remote control
keys, status information, and more. RS-232 serial control is also supported (Beta).
This plugin is designed for professional AV integrators deploying Q-SYS-based control
systems in conference rooms, sports bars, hospitality environments, houses of
worship, and other venues where centralized DirecTV control is needed.
(STBs) from a QSC Q-SYS audio/video/control ecosystem. It communicates over your
local network using DirecTV’s SHEF protocol (Set-top box HTTP Exported
Functionality), which provides HTTP-based access to channel tuning, remote control
keys, status information, and more. RS-232 serial control is also supported (Beta).
This plugin is designed for professional AV integrators deploying Q-SYS-based control
systems in conference rooms, sports bars, hospitality environments, houses of
worship, and other venues where centralized DirecTV control is needed.
Features
DirecTV SHEF Q-SYS Driver — Key Features
The DirecTV SHEF driver provides robust, bidirectional control of DirecTV satellite set-top boxes via the SHEF (HTTP/JSON) protocol. RS-232 serial control is also supported (Beta).
Channel Management
- Direct Tuning: Tune by major/minor channel numbers via text entry.
- Smart Presets: 50 user-configurable presets for quick access to favorite channels.
- Runtime Editing: Change preset labels and channel numbers on-the-fly without design changes.
Full Remote Emulation
- 38+ Keys Supported: Includes Power, Guide, Menu, Info, and all navigation/digit keys.
- Color Keys: Support for Red, Green, Yellow, and Blue interactive keys.
- Transport Controls: Play, Pause, Stop, Record, FFWD, REW, Replay, and Advance.
Live Feedback
- Now Playing Info: Real-time display of current channel, callsign, and program title.
- Metadata: Access program episode titles and content ratings (TV-PG, TV-MA, etc.).
- Power State: Accurate tracking of Active vs. Standby mode.
- Recording Status: Visual LED indicator for active DVR recordings.
Integrated Whole-Home Support
- Genie/HR34 Multi-Room: Target specific Genie Minis via MAC address (clientAddress).
- Auto-Discovery: Retrieve a list of all client locations from the main server.
Deployment & Reliability
- Poll-Based Sync: Configurable polling ensures status stays in sync even after manual remote use.
- Connection Monitoring: Visual status indicator with error message feedback.
- Standard Protocols: Uses DirecTV's official SHEF v1.3.C protocol.
- Dual-Transport: Supported via Ethernet (IP) or Serial (RS-232 — Beta).
Version history
v1.1.0Latest
Added
- Per-Core Licensing
- Core ID and Licensed-To fields added to the About tab.
