January 7th, 2010
Windows 7 Vista XP Media Center MCE PC Remote Control and Infrared Receiver for Home, Premium and Ultimate Edition
- Infrared wireless freedom up to 10 meters
- One remote to contol all of your digital media
- Friendly Media Center Menu (The Microsoft Media Centre Edition on-screen menus are specially for Remote Control interaction)
- Play Music Right from your remote control (Control your DVD/VCD/MP3/Audio media functions directly and easily from your remote control)
- Mouse Function: Control your cursor without a mouse
Product Specifications:
o Number of keys: 46 keys & 3 mouse keys
o Remote: 199 x 54 x 34 mm
o Weight: Around 95g
o Compatibility OS: Windows XP with MCE, Vista Premium and Vista Ultimate
o Computer: One USB Port
o Transmission Distance: 10 meter
o Battery Type: 2 AAA Batteries
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Price: $ 10.99
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Review by Ryan for Windows 7 Vista XP Media Center MCE PC Remote Control and Infrared Receiver for Home, Premium and Ultimate Edition
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So I bought this remote with the intent of only using it’s IR receiver and programming my Harmony one to control Windows 7 Media Center 64 bit. I found out, however, that the remote isn’t in logitech’s remote database, and also doesn’t seem to use the generic microsoft codes that most remotes use. I therefore had to manually “teach” the harmony my remote’s codes in RAW format. The problem with this is that this method caused significant lag and delay that I couldn’t fix with inter-device and inter-key delays/repeats in Logitech’s manual setup. After an afternoon on the phone with logitech level 2 support, I was finally able to remove the lag/delay and get my remote functioning properly. If one is planning on using this remote and included IR receiver together as intended, I would definitely recommend it. It works very well with WMC, and I haven’t found anything wrong with it. It is quick and responsive, and all commands work properly. I’m mainly writing this review for others who were contemplating this purchase for the IR receiver to be used with their Harmony/universal remote. The lag/delay issue can be overcome, but it’s going to take a call to logitech level 2 support to correct. For those who are buying this with the intent on using the remote and supplied IR receiver with WMC, I would whole-heartedly recommend it.
Review by D. H. Sempeck for Windows 7 Vista XP Media Center MCE PC Remote Control and Infrared Receiver for Home, Premium and Ultimate Edition
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Bought this to replace my aging ATI Remote Wonder. Needed something that would work on XP MCE 2005 and Vista, as I have to keep a version of XP on my computer for work. I have triple booted XP MCE 2005/Vista Home Prem/Win7(RC) on my machine and this baby works with all of them. No installation disc needed. Also Works with PowerDVD 7 & 8. Mouse control is a little slow but I don’t use it much. Works from anywhere in my room, even if it’s not pointed at the IR receiver! Buying a second (and maybe a third for backup) for my HTPC. Best price of all the MCE remotes too!
Review by William Melani for Windows 7 Vista XP Media Center MCE PC Remote Control and Infrared Receiver for Home, Premium and Ultimate Edition
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This remote connects easily and works well for Windows Media Center. However, I bought this for use with XBMC only to discover that this is not truly a “remote”; It simulates keyboard presses instead, which means that an advanced remote config program such as EventGhost cannot be used as it does not identify almost all of the buttons on the remote. This is dissapointing because It cannot be remapped to work for a custom program (ie controlling winamp, itunes, XBMC, etc). If you are buying this for purely Windows Media Center, than go for it. It’s a great deal. If you want something more out of your remote, then look elsewhere.
Review by Sunil Agarwal for Windows 7 Vista XP Media Center MCE PC Remote Control and Infrared Receiver for Home, Premium and Ultimate Edition
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I bought this remote for my HTPC setup. Most of my media comes from online streaming like Hulu so a mouse was the most important component. I tried “Wireless USB PC Remote Control Mouse for PC” by HDE found in Amazon.com but the mouse didn’t cut it.
Obviously I love the mouse. I agree with the everyone for the fact that the mouse’s sensitivity is a little weak. When you first start, it’s a little hard, but as you press, the mouse moves faster. This is a little annoying, but by adjusting the sensitivity and week’s usage, you get used to it and you will be able to handle the mouse like a pro. The left and right mouse keys are in great location and work well too. The best part is the mouse moves in all directions like a circular wheel, which makes moving VERY easy.
The distance is pretty good. I have about 15 ft of distance between my couch and the receiver, and it works great. It does not however work through items. So my coffee table obstructs it, but it’s something you get used to. The receiver has a little light on it that blinks everytime you press on it. I moved my received down, essentially out of sight, and it still works well with no hiccups.
The buttons feel good and everything works perfectly. My only complaint is the fact that it is non programmable. Almost 60% of the remote is useless to me. I barely use any of the buttons, and barely any of them work with my media program of choice, Boxee. I really wish you could program the buttons to do something else, but oh well, nothing’s perfect. For the price, I guess you can’t complain.
Installation was a breeze. Windows 7 does everything for you so no problems there.
I’ve noticed some people complaining that the sleep button doesn’t wake up the PC, I think that’s stupid. The button works like a program. It triggers the sleep mode, you can’t expect it to wake up the PC. My PC is in a fancy case so the On/Off button is very easily reachable.
What I also like about the remote is that it looks good. Friends are amazed to see my funky setup and like the sleek, stylish remote.
All in all, this is a recommended remote.
Review by M. Treffert for Windows 7 Vista XP Media Center MCE PC Remote Control and Infrared Receiver for Home, Premium and Ultimate Edition
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Great HTPC remote for the money. I wasn’t expecting much when I ordered this remote, but I was very surprised to see the quality and functionality of this remote when I received it. Installation was very simple on Windows 7. Plug it in to the back of my PC, sit back, and enjoy my media. If you are looking for a decent remote that won’t set you back $50+, go with this remote. You will not be disappointed.
PROS:
-Easy Installation
-Cheap, but does not sacrifice quality
-Basic Windows Media Center Functionality + more
-Mouse functionality that allows you to control the mouse with ease.
CONS:
-Missing a few buttons I would have liked to see, including a closed caption and aspect ratio buttons.
-IR receiver that comes with the remote is not visually appealing
-LED on IR receiver can be a little bright when a button on the remote is pressed.
-The Media Center button is just a green button, rather than the Windows flag button we are all used to