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Timh
15-11-2005, 4:53 PM
I have just ordered the Microsoft media centre remote with receiver.
I would like to know if the receiver which comes supplied with the remote be compatible with the Microsoft (http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/mouseandkeyboard/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=038#) remote keyboard which is for sale on ebay without the receiver.

Thanks
Skunkpipe
15-11-2005, 4:59 PM
Yup, that's the way they're supplied. How much are they going for on eBay?

FWIW there's a shortage of the MCE Remote controls ATM. Can't get them for love nor money - my supplier is quoting 25th November:mad:
Timh
15-11-2005, 5:13 PM
I have ordered the ealier version of the remote without the teletext coloured buttons for £17.99 click (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5828150309&ssPageName=MERC_VIC_ReBay_Pr4_PcY_BIN_Stores_IT)
The keyboard is £45 delivered click (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Wireless-Media-Center-Centre-2005-Remote-keyboard_W0QQitemZ5829509181QQcategoryZ47779QQssPa geNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)
Do you know if it is possible to use a corded mouse when the microsft keyboard is in use as it has a built in mouse on the keyboard.
Timh
15-11-2005, 5:23 PM
Damb.. I just looked closer at the remote I ordered and it looks like a cheap knock off :(
Skunkpipe
15-11-2005, 5:24 PM
you can use a corded or wireless mouse if you like
Timh
15-11-2005, 5:25 PM
Great news...thanks :)
Skunkpipe
15-11-2005, 5:26 PM
Damb.. I just looked closer at the remote I ordered and it looks like a cheap knock off :(

It's the MCE2004 version. As you said no teletext buttons, also no TV power button, and a couple of other things IIRC. It'll still work however.
Timh
15-11-2005, 5:51 PM
Thanks Skunkpipe, I will end up learning the commands into my pronto anyway :)
dkboy22
16-11-2005, 8:47 AM
you can use a corded or wireless mouse if you like

Alternatively, you can use your phone!! Tried to buy the Microsoft remote but out of stock. So searched around for other solutions and found this:
http://www.lim.com.au/PuppetMaster
Did a keymap for Media Centre and bingo! Now controlling MCE 2005 with my Nokia 6230 via bluetooth - great range and responsiveness. Cool "Mouse Mode" even let's you view the desktop on your phone!! :cool: