Ultimate Ventrilo Status

[Crimm]

If you are having an issue with the vBadvanced mod being blank go here. (https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/showpost.php?p=2104371&postcount=40)

https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/

* This is an initial release. No automatic changes are made to your site, but if you aren't comfortable trying it, then please wait *

This is the vBulletin 4 version. The vBulletin 3 version can be found here (https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/showthread.php?t=240495).

Links of interest
Support

Priority support (http://debugge.com/forumdisplay.php?f=26)
Secondary support: Post on vBulletin Product page
You can also find me on twitter: @crimmFTW (http://twitter.com/crimmFTW)


Install, FAQ's, etc.

Download here (https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/attachment.php?attachmentid=117208&stc=1&d=1274117310)
All Documentation here (http://debugge.com/showwiki.php?title=vBulletin+4+Ultimate+Ventrilo+S tatus)
Known Bugs & Feature Requests (http://debugge.com/project.php?projectid=1)

Description
This is the product page for the Ultimate vBulletin Ventrilo Status product made by Crimm. It is a combination of these two products with; along with tons of requests. Links [1 (https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/showthread.php?t=204471)] [2 (https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/showthread.php?t=205042)]

This is the 4.1 release for vBulletin 4.X. Unlike it?s younger siblings, this Ultimate Ventrilo status mod ? Doesn?t require a certain host or host configuration! That?s right! You can host it on any type of server! See the Settings Explained (http://debugge.com/showwiki.php?title=vBulletin+4+Ultimate+Ventrilo+S tatus) section.

This script mod will display the status of a ventrilo server on your vBulletin forumhome or vBadvanced page. It will show users connected, channels, etc. Includes some customization and there's more to come! If you would like to request a feature, please see the link above. Here's some screenshots of what it looks like working:

http://crimm.me/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/display-server-info-142x300.png
https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/

It has multiple options from hosting it yourself where a script runs on your webserver and displays the status. This option gives the most flexibility. The next few options allow you to use external sources to display the same information, but you loose the flexibility of customization. More info on the settings can be found in the link above.

Please leave the link back to http://crimm.me for a little exposure. Thank you. If you need help tweaking it to make it smaller, color it, etc please let me know.

Click Install if you like it

If you are having an issue with the vBadvanced mod being blank go here. (https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/showpost.php?p=2104371&postcount=40)

[Crimm]

I'm working on the Publishing Suite install directions now - Expect it by tomorrow. I'm installing this afternoon (Just purchased :) )

[Crimm]

Also there has been a bug and feature requests already:

http://debugge.com/project.php?issueid=1 <-- Making the permissions for groups edittable fields
http://debugge.com/project.php?issueid=2 <-- Width issue

I'm working on those 2 plus one more for a future release coming soon.

[Xencored]

Awesome !! Tagged this baby for later :D
Thanks

[Mastergumble]

Can this be placed as a block on the forum side bar ?

[Crimm]

Can this be placed as a block on the forum side bar ?

Can you explain a little more?

Do you mean with the CMS publishing suite with vB4? I'm working on those install instructions now. Expect them by tomorrow at the latest.

Do you mean with vBadvanced? If so, yes.

Do you mean to manually add to the forum as a template change? If so, yes.

Maybe I covered your question :)

[Mastergumble]

I mean add it as a widget block on the forum sidebar, should be the same as adding on the cms i think :)

Thanks for this release, pretty handy

[Crimm]

I mean add it as a widget block on the forum sidebar, should be the same as adding on the cms i think :)

Thanks for this release, pretty handy

Okay yeah, I'll have those instructions soon. I just purchased the CMS just now, so it'll be as soon as I get it installed and play with it a little :)

[BlackThorn]

Nice idea, thanks.

[tlwwolfseye]

Any chance to make that show up in a block of vBCMS (not the Suite!) ? Would appreciate that. ;)

[Crimm]

Again, it's on my todo list :) I should have a response for people today.

[Xeyn]

Cnt wait for forum block info:-)

[Crimm]

I wanted to update everyone real quick.

I have figured out the best way to set it up as a Forum Block:

https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/attachment.php?attachmentid=117285&stc=1&d=1274202265

I'll have those directions typed up and available for you guys soon.

Three issues you should be aware of:

1. Forum blocks cache, which is good for your board, but bad for this mod because it won't be real time. Remember when you make changes to the mods options you will have to purge the cache to see it.

2. CMS widget: I'm still having difficulty with getting it to work. Seems I may have to completely re-work some of the code to get it to output correctly. This will take me some time to get working, so you'll have to be patient with me... I have other work that has to be taken care of.

3. Forum block installation: It will be manual for this release. I'll figure out the best way to make it automatic in future releases.

I'll get back with you guys later today on #3.

[Crimm]

I think this will cover the steps of the Forum Block Install:

http://debugge.com/scripts/vbulletin-16/vbulletin-4-ultimate-ventrilo-status-3/epage7.html

CMS Widget instructions will be coming soon: http://debugge.com/scripts/vbulletin-16/vbulletin-4-ultimate-ventrilo-status-3/epage8.html

After I fight some bugs.

After I get these two down pat, and get the feature requests implemented... I'll automate all of this install process for the next version.

Let me know if anyone needs help on my site (http://debugge.com/forumdisplay.php?f=26), twitter (http://twitter.com/crimmftw) or here.

[Mastergumble]

Working great :)

Now one thing im wondering about size, if you have a long server with many channels / users a function to limit the block size and add a scroll bar funcion to view the rest.

[Crimm]

Scroll bar added to feature requests:

http://debugge.com/project.php?issueid=6

Next version will make sure to support it. Once I start working on it; if I see an easy way to tell you to do it... I'll PM you.

[vilhiem]

I would like to INTEGRATE Ventrilo into my Forum page ... so members could either (a) use the stand-alone application or (b) chat on the Forum website ... and everyone sees the same info.

Is that possible ...?

Thanks!!!

[Crimm]

You mean like USE ventrilo from your forum page?

Not that I could think of. Ventrilo isn't a web based application; therefore there isn't a way that I can think of to allow users to use it without it executing on their computer. Once it executes on their computer ... then it isn't integrated anymore.

Maybe some clarification?

[vilhiem]

I'm saying that Ventrilo has 'data' on a server somewhere, right ...?
Why can't that data be connected to either through the Ventrilo app for some users and through a website/forum interface for other users ... all able to chat while communicating via that same server. That's all (although this may be difficult to build).

[Crimm]

I'm saying that Ventrilo has 'data' on a server somewhere, right ...?
Why can't that data be connected to either through the Ventrilo app for some users and through a website/forum interface for other users ... all able to chat while communicating via that same server. That's all (although this may be difficult to build).
Yeah that's going to be beyond a vBulletin mod. That's going to have to involve the Ventrilo developers:

http://ventrilo.com/forums/

[blake247]

Why not use this?

http://www.ventriloservers.biz/ventrilo-website-status-code.html

It's free and can be used as a widget and/or forum block.

[Crimm]

Why not use this?

http://www.ventriloservers.biz/ventrilo-website-status-code.html

It's free and can be used as a widget and/or forum block.

Feel free to.

My mod is a combination of a status script (http://ventrilo.com/dlprod.php?id=201) that runs on your web server and can be customized and controlled by you. It also gives the option to use other 3rd party sources.

It's your preference.

[Crimm]

Also with my mod, you'd be hosting yourself which is more reliable and secure than an iframe pointing back to ventriloservers.biz.

Also with my mod, hosting yourself in some arguments will speed up your site because you won't be reliant on ventriloservers.biz.

Again, though it comes down to a preference. I'm just creating a mod that will allow you integration with vBulletin options, have customization options, run on your own site, and support with feature requests.

Also, mine is free too, so I'm not sure why you said that last part.

[tlwwolfseye]

I really like it but before there isn't a vBCMS module I can use with this, I cant use it unfortunately and have to stick with the iFrame from Gametracker.com

[Crimm]

A vBCMS module is on my to do list. Just got back from vacation and I'm finishing another mod that I need for my website. Once that is complete; I'm going to add and update this mod :)

[wobbly]

Is there any way of altering your server hosted script font size at all?

[wobbly]

bump ^

[Crimm]

Sorry for the late reply. I'm buried in work.

I should be able to get with you today on that.

[StokoE]

http://losers-server.com/ventrilolosers.png

Using right IP and port and still getting this:(

[unknown22]

It's not working on vbulletin 4.0.6 I installed it correctly??

[Crimm]

I've been buried in travel, and having a crazy work schedule.

@StokoE: I answered you over at Debugge

@unknown22: I haven't setup 4.0.6 yet, what error are you getting?

@wobbly: I'll give you a code snippet today, I promise :)

Again, my apologies for the delay.

[unknown22]

Hi,

Well i don't know if it's an error but it won't show up in the vbadvanced module i made i followed your tutorial. Where can i check for errors, like a file or something?

[unknown22]

anyone?

[VancouverGamers]

The file you have uploaded is not a valid module file.

is what Im getting when I try to add it to VBA

[Crimm]

What version of VBA are you using?

Like I said before, I've been just completely buried in work. Tonight/Tomorrow, I'll try to update my Development server and make updates, etc.

Let me know what version you are using, please.

Thanks!

[Bouncer222]

too bad it don't show ANYTHING in 4.0.7

[Crimm]

too bad it don't show ANYTHING in 4.0.7

What issue are you having?

I just setup a fresh 4.07 and used my own install instructions and it's working fine. See screenshot.

As for those that are having vBadvanced issues: I'm setting up this fresh install just for you with the latest products so I can find out what's going on.

I know it's frustrating guys, but please bear with me. :)

[Bouncer222]

yeah vbadvanced is the issue.

[Crimm]

yeah vbadvanced is the issue.

Okay yeah I'm working on that issue right now.

vbadvanced doesn't seem to have changed releases since I released my mod, so not sure what's breaking things here.

I'll be in touch.

[Crimm]

I have a quick fix for those having vbadvanced issues where nothing is being displayed.

The issue is due to vbulletin install isn't creating the template: Why isn't it? I'm not sure. Here's a quick fix until I do.

Go to your Styles and Templates -> The template you are using -> Add new template.

Create a new template called: adv_portal_ventrilo
With this in the template: $output

I'm working on a new version with some new additions/options, etc and will have this fixed permanently with that fix.

Thanks for your patience!

[Trip3151]

like the mod though signing up to your site seeking questions to the mod is not going to cut it nice work by the way, but the mod does not show on the forum any where I am using 4.0.7.

[Crimm]

Be more specific about it not showing up.

Are you using vbadvanced?

Have you followed the post above this one?

Did you follow all the instructions?

[Crimm]

My links need to be updated. Will do that later this morning.

[Prohibit]

Cant view any of the links on your forum.....

My links need to be updated. Will do that later this morning.


And have no idea how to set this up as a vBulletin module lol.

[Crimm]

Documentation links updated to reflect debugge's updated site:

http://debugge.com/showwiki.php?title=vBulletin+4+Ultimate+Ventrilo+S tatus

[Mastar]

I need assistance, I checked my installation many times over and I know I didn't mess up.

Can you tell me why its not displaying on the forum right side?

[Crimm]

Can you give me more information please?

Is there an error of any sort?

Are you using vbadvanced?

Where are you trying to place it?

[Mastar]

No error, it just wouldn't show!
No vba!
Here are my settings:

Title: Ventrilo
Content Type: HTML
Content: Ventrilo
Template to Use: ultimate_ventrilo_status_widget

Contents of ultimate_ventrilo_status_widget templates:
<div class="cms_widget">
<div class="block">
<div class="cms_widget_header">
<h3>{vb:raw widget_title}</h3>
</div>
<div class="cms_widget_content">
{vb:raw ventrilo_include}
{vb:raw display2}
</div>
</div>
</div>

Plugin:

Product: Ultimate Ventrilo Status
Hook Location: global_start
Title: Ultimate Ventrilo Status Display Forum Block
Plugin PHP Code:

$display2 = "<center><font size=-2>Ventrilo Status by <a href=http://crimm.me>Crimm</a></font></center>";
ob_start();
require_once('./includes/ventrilo/ventrilo.php');
$ventrilo_include = ob_get_contents();
ob_end_clean();
vB_Template::preRegister('ultimate_ventrilo_status _widget',array('display2' => $display2));
vB_Template::preRegister('ultimate_ventrilo_status _widget',array('ventrilo_include' => $ventrilo_include));

[Crimm]

I haven't had time to write the code for widgets yet.

A few people have asked.

I'll try to work on it. I have a LOT going on :)

[Mastar]

That's not for the widget its for the forum home side block.

I got from your site!

[Crimm]

Sorry I guess I read it wrong.

PM me your site, please?

You made those changes in the style manager, right?

[Mastar]

I did! Did you get it?

[Crimm]

I sure did. I'll check it today/tomorrow and see what I can come up with.

[rstan]

Can't find or run ventrilo_status
Please check your permissions on ventrilo_status

path and permissions are correct, tried 777 also. using vbadvanced.

also when click the connect link vent gives the error no servername specified. connect link does not contain the password either.

should be; ventrilo://www.myserver.com:3784/servername=Name&serverpassword=Pass

mod makes url as so, ventrilo://www.myserver.com:3784

[Crimm]

Okay one thing at a time.

Can't find or run status:

1) Try doing a chmod +x on it
2) Contact your webhost, and tell them that you are wanting a script to run that will query another server. Tell them the original can be downloaded from ventrlo.com, and is included in the server package.

As for the link, let's make sure we can get this working first :)

[Jeowan]

No error, it just wouldn't show!
No vba!
Here are my settings:

Title: Ventrilo
Content Type: HTML
Content: Ventrilo
Template to Use: ultimate_ventrilo_status_widget

Contents of ultimate_ventrilo_status_widget templates:
<div class="cms_widget">
<div class="block">
<div class="cms_widget_header">
<h3>{vb:raw widget_title}</h3>
</div>
<div class="cms_widget_content">
{vb:raw ventrilo_include}
{vb:raw display2}
</div>
</div>
</div>

Plugin:

Product: Ultimate Ventrilo Status
Hook Location: global_start
Title: Ultimate Ventrilo Status Display Forum Block
Plugin PHP Code:

$display2 = "<center><font size=-2>Ventrilo Status by <a href=http://crimm.me>Crimm</a></font></center>";
ob_start();
require_once('./includes/ventrilo/ventrilo.php');
$ventrilo_include = ob_get_contents();
ob_end_clean();
vB_Template::preRegister('ultimate_ventrilo_status _widget',array('display2' => $display2));
vB_Template::preRegister('ultimate_ventrilo_status _widget',array('ventrilo_include' => $ventrilo_include));



I'm having the same issue.

[Crimm]

@Jeowan:

Look in the plugin code. There maybe some spaces where there shouldn't be.

See what you quoted. See the last 2 lines of the plugin code? Remove the spaces in ultimate_ventrilo_status_widget

[Jeowan]

@Jeowan:

Look in the plugin code. There maybe some spaces where there shouldn't be.

See what you quoted. See the last 2 lines of the plugin code? Remove the spaces in ultimate_ventrilo_status_widget

That fixed it from showing up, now I can see it, thanks!

I just copied and pasted the code directly from your site and it has the spaces in it there so I assumed they were needed: http://debugge.com/showwiki.php?title=Ventrilo+4+Ventrilo+Status+FORU MBLOCK+Install



just need to figure out now why it says "Can't find or run ventrilo_status
Please check your permissions on ventrilo_status" it's on a linux server and permissions are set to 755

I'm sure i'm missing something somewhere

[Jeowan]

Can't find or run ventrilo_status
Please check your permissions on ventrilo_status

path and permissions are correct, tried 777 also. using vbadvanced.

also when click the connect link vent gives the error no servername specified. connect link does not contain the password either.

should be; ventrilo://www.myserver.com:3784/servername=Name&serverpassword=Pass

mod makes url as so, ventrilo://www.myserver.com:3784

I guess it's the same issue as this one.

[Crimm]

The permissions should be 777

Check with your host if you can run it.

[Jeowan]

I've tried both 755 and 777, I'm on a linux host and talking with my host for an hour in chat they've assured me i can run the script. however it is still not working.

[Jeowan]

Alright after some extensive work with the host it was determined that the correct file was not uploaded in binary mode. After uploading the files in binary mode everything is working now.

[Mastar]

Hey Jeowan, can you send me the files you use, the template code, the plugin code, I'm having trouble with mine.

I'm having trouble with mine too!

Thanks!!

[Crotan]

For me

Vbadvanced module not showing up

Use solution in post 40

Can't find or run ventrilo_status
Please check your permissions on ventrilo_status

Meant my file permissions were incorrect

Current problem is

No response.
Please check your Ventrilo Settings.

Boy is this mod making me work :P I'm getting there, just trying to get the dang thing to show me what it wants for the vBulletin Path

[Crimm]

It wants your full server path.

Let's say you are running apache on linux, and you have your vB board installed in:

/var/www/YOURSITE/

That's what it's looking for. Since paths can be a security issue, PM me if you need some more help.

[Crotan]

It wants your full server path.

Let's say you are running apache on linux, and you have your vB board installed in:

/var/www/YOURSITE/

That's what it's looking for. Since paths can be a security issue, PM me if you need some more help.

Actually got past that, was having a problem using the debugging mode because my primary usergroup isn't administrator and it wasn't showing me the debug info. Switched my usergroup and copied what it told me, I made a thread with more info on your forums.

Right now it's just not picking up on the server :(

[Kenjiwing]

Have you had any luck setting up the widget?

[Crotan]

Have you had any luck setting up the widget?

I would like to know too, as I've moved away from vbadvanced and back to the default CMS

[ghutch]

Forgive me, but where on earth are instructions for installing this? All the links in the original post up top give 404 errors, this page has moved to http://blahblah and those links are bad as well. In the file downloaded the install.txt leads to a url that is not any help either. http://crimm.me/vbulletin/ventrilo.... dead... In fact the only working link(s) is to your tweet, which of course is no help, and the package download link.

Using most current vb4 with CMS.

Nevermind, lost interest...

[Linue_DarkStar]

It'll make the Module box....but nothing inside...and FULL PATH? like www.clanpf.com/forums ?

[Crazer]

The links in the readme's are no longer valid for help with the install.

[Crimm]

The links in the readme's are no longer valid for help with the install.

My apologies, the last year I've just let everything I maintained go downhill.

I'll try to work on it this afternoon, tonight, or tomorrow. Thanks for taking the time to tell me.