Integration with vBulletin - Flashchat Integration for vB 3.6

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Flashchat integration with vBulletin 3.6

Note:
Standard Flashchat includes a version of my vBulletin integration as part of the Tufat supplied files - including a working vBulletin 3.6 CMS file. However, the standard files do not include Direct Usergroup Integration or other extra's like the WOL Display & Flashchat on a vBulletin page. This Integration Mod adds those features


Standard vB 3.6 integration features

* Authorised members are automatically logged in.
* Automatic login works even if a member has not ticked "remember me".
* All non authorised members are locked out (this and the above are based on usergroup membership).
* If enabled, Flashchat updates the users session location (displayed in various vBulletin online location displays such as WOL).
* Real ip detection when a proxy server is used (only if the proxy server passes on the details).
* Permanant, Private Rooms are loaded by Admins and Moderators (allows for Staff Rooms).

Extra's added by this modification

* Direct login to a room.
* The WOL will correctly display Flashchat as the location (not 'Unknown Location')
* Flashchat can be displayed embedded inside a 'standard' vBulletin Page (i.e. not full screen).
* Direct Usergroup Integration - a section is added to each usergroup in the ACP Usergroup Manager to set the Flashchat permissions for that group.
* The plugin will try to automatically add a link to Flashchat in your Quick Links or Navbar - this feature can be disabled if you wish.
* The automatic link can have a prefix path defined - useful if you use something like CMPS.


More notes:

* This integration is for Flashchat versions 4.7.x and above.
* The automatic link feature may fail if you have customised templates.
* For Flashchat inside a vBulletin page you need to link to .../misc.php?do=flashchat
* This modification does not add any links to Flashchat Administration in the ACP.
* You can set all members to login direct to particular room via the ACP.
* You can also add a room parameter to the url - i.e. .../misc.php?do=flashchat&room=3
* 3.56 onwards has extra code to cope with VBs CSRF protection, which interferes with profile linking (vb 3.6.10+).

The CMS file assumes that you are installing Flashchat in your forum root folder - this is the same folder as your usercp.php file and includes folder. Installation will fail if you do not do this.

Support: Please check the instructions, and make sure you have uploaded any files to the correct location - the vast majority of problems reported are due to an error made in editing or uploading files. If you are still stuck and want me to take a look then feel free to PM me your site address, an admin user, and ftp access details, without these I cannot help you. I will look when I have time.

Finally, I am not Tufat.com or Flashchat Support - if you have questions about Flashchat, their forums are here.


To use the this upgraded integration simply download and unzip the file, then follow the instructions in the text file. Once installed, the Flashchat userlevel options for each usergroup will appear in the ACP usergroup edit screens - editing of the CMS file will no longer be required.



History:

v3.01 : First version for vb 3.6 (not released).
v3.02 : Various code changes, first public release.
v3.02A : Minor bug fixes to WOL Display.
v3.02B : Dependancies updated for 3.6.0 Gold.
v3.03 : Minor fix to Get User for membergroupids, some SQL changes.
v3.03A : Updated for Version Checking.
v3.04 : Security (anti-hacking) code added (as supplied by Darren).
v3.05 : Usergroup settings moved to top of CMS file.
v3.06 : Fixed error message when accessing chat admin area.
v3.07 : Default role changed.
v3.08 : Minor bug fix to Avatar detection, login code changes, tidy up.

v3.50 : Beta release with direct usergroup integration.
v3.51 : First full release with direct usergroup integration.
v3.52 : No Access and Banned split into separate permissions.
v3.53 : Minor changes - includes disabling the utf8 functions if the F/C config option is false.
v3.53A : Internal updates, not released.
v3.53B : Internal updates, not released.
v3.53C : Add ability for member to do direct to a room (other than the Flashchat default).
v3.53D : Defaults on first install updated.
v3.54 : Option for link path prefix added.
v3.55 : Minor changes to install code only.
v3.56 : Code added to allow profile views when CSRF protection is active.
v3.57 : CSRF Code changed.

[NeitherSparky]

Originally Posted by Doglet

I just got FlashChat running with vBulletin 3.6.1 last night, but I am unsure how to prevent certain user groups from using it.

I am not sure if this is what you're asking, but:

PHP Code:

// Usergroup Definitions
$users = '#,#,#' ; 
$moderators = '#,#' ;
$administrators = '#' ;
$banned = '#,#,#,#' ;

// Live support mode only
$customers = '0' ; 


(I stuck # signs in there to show you where the numbers go)

It's up near the top. In older versions of the mod it was at the bottom and so it says in the readme file:

If necessary, edit the vbulletin section at the bottom of the this file to change the usergroup access & options as required.

It still said that in the readme of the latest version which I dl'ed recently so I guess that needs to be changed. I was *very* confused until I found the code I was looking for, moved to the top.

[Maksa]

i m really confused. don't know anything before using this should i have to buy Flashchat from http://www.tufat.com ???

buying it from tufat is required?

[Doglet]

Thanks, yes I found them at the top of the cms file. All is well.
One more thing.

When FlashChat 4.7.2 installed, it put a FlashChat link in the QuickLinks dropdown in the nav bar. I have searched the navbar template and cant find any mention of the word flash or chat. I want a separate link on the navbar between FAQ and the Members List - where the Site Rules are on this forum. What is the code I need to add into the navbar to get to Flashchat from there?

[EDIT] It's OK, I've worked this one out myself. Sorry.

[Doglet]

What I do want to know though is that I read somewhere a hack to the ForumsHome template that allows you to show who's in chat. I have just spent half an hour looking and can't relocate the information. It mentioned the code to add as well as where to insert it. Anyone know?

[GD_Mehmed Emre]

I didn't understand how i can install this. Can you help me please?

[Paul M]

Originally Posted by NeitherSparky

It's up near the top. In older versions of the mod it was at the bottom and so it says in the readme file:

It still said that in the readme of the latest version which I dl'ed recently so I guess that needs to be changed. I was *very* confused until I found the code I was looking for, moved to the top.

Oops, yes you're right, the readme needs to be changed. A new version of the CMS is due shortly so I'll fix the readme when I do that.

[Paul M]

Originally Posted by Doglet

What I do want to know though is that I read somewhere a hack to the ForumsHome template that allows you to show who's in chat. I have just spent half an hour looking and can't relocate the information. It mentioned the code to add as well as where to insert it. Anyone know?

Who is chatting is a seperate mod ;

https://vborg.vbsupport.ru/showthread.php?t=121884

[Gripemaster]

Paul, I can't keep up with you. LOL!

Is this update just another simple import/overwrite of the XML like when I recently went from 3.0.5 to 3.0.6?

Thanks...love your mods.

[Paul M]

Yes, (and replace your CMS file) but you don't need to upgrade unless you feel like it, it's just a minor internal code change.

[Gripemaster]

Thank you sir!