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    Infrared sensor of xps1647

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by knlmwq, Aug 10, 2010.

  1. knlmwq

    knlmwq Notebook Consultant

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    I guess I have a pretty basic question. Does the studio xps 1647 have an infrared sensor?

    The reason I am asking is because I am trying to connect a wiiremote controller to my laptop but when you use it on an actual Nintendo wii you need an infrared sensor bar.

    thanks
     
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  2. kezuk12

    kezuk12 Notebook Evangelist

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    Yeah it does, it's on the front.

    Used mostly for the travel remote, so I'm not sure if it's good enough for a Wii remote? Seeing as they require quite a large sensor I think...

    What do you need to use your wii remote on your laptop for anyway?! They're meant for Wii's! :D
     
    kezuk12, Aug 10, 2010
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    codester Notebook Consultant

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    As kezuk12 stated, there is a sensor/receiver on the front and it is mainly for the travel remote. You won't be able utilize the IR receiver/sensor at all for the Wii Remote though. The sensor bar for the Wii is not really a sensor at all. It is just a set of infrared lights at the ends. The Wii Remote actually does the sensing. (In fact, you can even use candles as your sensor bar.) Also, if you want to use the Wii Remote with a computer, you will need to get Bluetooth since that is how it connects. There are plenty of documentation on the web of how the Wii Remote/Sensor bar works as well as how to use the Wii Remote with a computer. I suggest searching and reading up on them... Here are a couple links to get you started: How Does a Nintendo Wii Sensor Work? | eHow.com and How to Use GlovePIE to Use a Wii Remote With Your PC | eHow.com.
     
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    seeker_moc Notebook Virtuoso

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    Wow, that's pretty cool. I wouldn't have even thought of trying to connect my Wiimote to my laptop. That's something I'm going to have to try out this weekend.
     
    seeker_moc, Aug 10, 2010
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