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    remote control for M1210

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by riderxps, Jul 9, 2006.

  1. riderxps

    riderxps Notebook Enthusiast

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    Any suggestions for a remote control to operate the dvd player and media contents in the computer while it is connected to a TV?
    I understand that there are some pcmcia remote controls amd logitech media play mouse around, so anyone used them before can give some feedback.
    Thks
     
    riderxps, Jul 9, 2006
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  2. sheff159

    sheff159 Notebook Deity

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    Yeah get the Microsoft Media Center remote if you have media center on it, its designed for computers.
     
    sheff159, Jul 9, 2006
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    earthdan Notebook Consultant

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    How about a bluetooth mouse?
     
    earthdan, Jul 9, 2006
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    riderxps Notebook Enthusiast

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    already have one, however once you get into the video or dvd,there is no longer any control of that application.
     
    riderxps, Jul 10, 2006
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  5. Jason

    Jason Overclocker NBR Reviewer

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    Just get a media center remote, like sheff suggested. It works with both media center and regular Xp. I got mine off ebay for around $20, and it comes with a USB IR receiver. Works well! Dell should some also.
     
    Jason, Jul 10, 2006
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  6. riderxps

    riderxps Notebook Enthusiast

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    ok,thanks for the info.
     
    riderxps, Jul 10, 2006
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    germancasaretto Notebook Geek NBR Reviewer

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    Hi,

    Do you know if MCE Remote Control actually works on any XP?

    Or I have to install XP MCE to make it work?

    Actually I'm using XP Pro.

    Thanks!!
     
    germancasaretto, Jul 25, 2006
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  8. shadow85

    shadow85 Notebook Evangelist

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    Get an ati remote wonder remote control. those things use an rf reciever, meaning u dont have to point at anything to use the remote. I think it can go up to 50ft. i can take my remote into the bathroom and still use it. rf goes through walls =)
     
    shadow85, Jul 25, 2006
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  9. germancasaretto

    germancasaretto Notebook Geek NBR Reviewer

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    The thing is I can't get it here in Argentina... the MCE Remote it's easier to get...
     
    germancasaretto, Jul 25, 2006
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  10. jtom

    jtom Notebook Evangelist

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    I am getting one when I get a tuner
     
    jtom, Jul 25, 2006
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