Rule #1 - Be Patient - Rule #2 - Don't ask when, if you don't contribute - Rule #3 - You have coding skills - LinuxMCE's small brother is available: http://www.agocontrol.com
yes, avcontrol for upnp would be great. There is even some open source java code (http://www.cidero.com/).I would donate a D-LINK DSM520 to the brave heart implementing it.best regards,Hari