is there a hardware RF PC remote control that will work on win 7

perfection · Mar 7, 2011

I am looking for a remote control that can operate my Pc (not remote desktop control) in the same way i operate my DVD player and TV.

The remote should be compatible with Win 7 and must be RF (as against IR)

Please let me know where i can buy one (online)

I am aware of the ATI Remote Wonder II but it does not fit my requirements

Any others??

Ponmayilal · Mar 8, 2011

Have a look at the following, if you are specific on RF.

Amazon.com: Lenovo Multimedia Remote with Keyboard: Electronics - New (Read the user reviews)

Lenovo Outlet - Lenovo Multimedia Remote with keyboard Scratch & Dent - Discounted Laptops, Cheap Laptops, Refurbished Laptops, Discounted Desktops, Cheap Desktops, Refurbished Desktops (Read the user reviews @ Lenovo - United States also if you want New straight from the horse's mouth.

)

If you can go with IR , then a good one EZ Commander - An innovative I/O solution to replace PC remote/mouse/keyboard/presenter It has a twin IR emitter for positive and wide-angle operation.(you have to search whether it is available with any other vendor.

)

These are the ones I would recommend based on my personal experience. I have both and use the Lenovo most.

seekermeister · Mar 8, 2011

I stumbled across this thread, and found that I have an interest in it also, While I understand that the EZ Commander could sent commands to a player's own hotkeys, I am wondering if either of the remotes can be programmed to open or close a video player (I prefer VLC, but would consider another player, if it could be operated in this fashion. The ad for the EZ Commander has fairly clear instructions, but I can't say the same for the Lenovo. Since you prefer it, what makes it better in your opinion.

Ponmayilal · Mar 8, 2011

Well, with the Lenovo multimedia KB/remote, not only me but all my family folk feel comfortable since they are all used to using the normal mutimedia keyboard and mouse, with their computers except that they can now operate from 10' away. Here familiarity breeds liking instead of contempt.

Though I can comfortably operate the EZ Commander, a TV like Remote for a computer is a little bit odd for them. Also it takes a little bit of learning to understand the functions and use it effectively. However simple and easy it is they are not prepared even for a simple effort for that.

This is the reason why the Lenovo takes its place on the coffee table in the living room, where the HTPC is located connected to the LCD TV and 5.1 amp.

And it is for the same reason even the Logitech Harmony Remote sleeps inside with the EZ Commander.. They find it easier to manipulate the associated equipments manually rather than learning to use the Harmony. And all females above all.

seekermeister · Mar 8, 2011

Then you are saying that there is NO difference between them in functions, only in the method of executing them? Is there not anything beyond this and style preference differing between them?

Ponmayilal · Mar 8, 2011

If you look into deeply, the EZ Commander can be mapped to different media players that you may use, though by default it is mapped to Windows MCE/WMP.

Since we use only MC/WMP it does not make any difference to us.

seekermeister · Mar 8, 2011

I've been reading some of the comments on these, and for the most part, it seems that the complaints are fairly subjective, but there was one of note for me...the Lenovo doesn't have backlit buttons, and as far as I can tell, the EZ Comander doesn't either. That would be a strong point for me in deciding about a remote, because I would want to use it easily in a dark room.

What is that laser button for on the EZ commander...a pointer? Can't think of any use for that, unless one is using it in some kind of presentation.

Ponmayilal · Mar 8, 2011

Yes, not having backlit buttons has been the grouse with many. But when you use an LCD TV, one does not view in dark. So this has not been a botheration.

That apart, one disadvantage with Lenovo is that one cannot clean the trackball whereas in the EZ Commander cleaning the trackball is easy, just like you used to clean the old rubber ball mouses. But if one has a clean and non-dusty environment one need not be overly bothered about. Since our environment is always dusty, we cover the Lenovo religiously when not in use.

perfection · Mar 8, 2011

Just my two pense. You'll sent me in the right direction and here is what i found while googling - Rii Mini Wireless Keyboard

You can read about it here Welcome to Usb.brando.com

and there is a Youtube video abou it here YouTube - Rii mini wireless keyboard (Worlds smallest wireless usb keyboard w/touchpad) second look

Ponmayilal · Mar 9, 2011

Yes, it is also popular and you could have gone straight to the Rii KB from the Amazon.com lenovo KB link (Rii is mentioned at the bottom) and could have read the user reviews. Connection range problems, low battery life are some complaints.

Personally, I prefer the trackball to touchpad mouse, with which I had never been comfortable. And Lenovo is easier to hold than the rectangular Rii.

If you could visit some of the retailers who have both in stock and try them in flesh and bone that will be the most preferable.

seekermeister · Mar 9, 2011

Ponmayilal,

I returned to this thread to see if you would have any comments about this remote"

2.4GHz Mini Slim RF Wireless Multimedia Keyboard Remote - eBay (item 310287731909 end time Mar-13-11 21:11:19 PDT)

In particular to the touchpad operation, but I did read your last comment stating your preference to a trackball. Since I have never worked with anything touchpad, I suspect that I would feel the same as you, but still I wonder if your preference is totally subjective, or if there something specific that makes it inferior to a trackball?

Also, if you have any hands on experience with this particular remote? The reason for my questions is that I like the fact that it is backlit, and has rechargeable batteries.

Ponmayilal · Mar 9, 2011

I have no idea about the Ipazzport device. There seems to be many iterations of this device as I gathered after a google search where you can find many reviews. I would stay away from lesser known products.

IMO, all input/output devices, when compared to other hardware, are subject to more interaction with the sensory perceptions of the user and as such subjectivity is inevitable. For such devices a "hands-on" trial where you see it, feel it and try it will be the best as I suggested to the OP.

As for the touchpad/trackball preference, you try on a laptop for a few hours. If you feel you are as good on it as operating a normal mouse then you pass the test. (I am an absolute failure on a laptop.

. If someone asks me to check something on their laptop, I always hesitate and then used to scurry for a USB mouse. After the Lenovo KB, life has become easier. I just push in the USB dongle and use the trackball. feel its even more convenient than the USB mouse.)

seekermeister · Mar 9, 2011

That would be good advice, if I had access to a laptop, but I don't. At the moment, I'm more concerned about Ipazzports designed functions and inate ease of use, rather than it reliability, because that could only be known by personal experience.

seekermeister · Mar 11, 2011

I have been going around in circles, trying to find the perfect remote to order, but it appears that the Lenovo is as close as I'm going to get. Maybe I will tape a mini-flashlight on it, so that I can read the keys in the dark.

seekermeister · Mar 11, 2011

Ponmayilal said:
If you look into deeply, the EZ Commander can be mapped to different media players that you may use, though by default it is mapped to Windows MCE/WMP.

Since we use only MC/WMP it does not make any difference to us.

I had misread this, or my memory failed me. I now notice that you only included the EZ Commander as being able to be programmed to the media player of choice, but just to be certain, will the Lenovo not do this?

seekermeister · Mar 14, 2011

I just placed the order for the Lenovo. It was easy to decide, because I found a coupon that discounted it to $29.30 shipped.

Ponmayilal · Mar 14, 2011

Good to know that you have made your choice.

As a hardware only, both Lenovo KB/remote and EZ commander remote can only control WMP/WMC
EZ Commander is supplied with the EZ input software. It is this software running in the background that automatically maps other media players that is being used to the EZ Commander facilitating their control (apart from the multilingual onscreen KB). Complete list of Media software/players that can be controlled with EZinput software running here . No such mapping software comes with Lenovo KB/remote. It is like any other PC multimedia KB.

May be I inadvertently created some confusion before without mentioning the EZinput software.

seekermeister · Mar 18, 2011

The remote just arrived, and the fact that UPS awoke me probably accounts for the fog that I'm in, but I'm having a problem figuring out how to use it. Two things are currently a problem...how do you open WMP or Media Center with it (or for that matter, any program)? If browsing, how do you scroll the page? Oh, and a third question...What is the Fn key for, since it appears that there are no F keys?

The instructions that came with this are almost useless, because all that it describes are the absolute most basic.

EDIT: I guess that I'm starting to wake up, because I did figure out my previous questions...at least as far as I can see, but one thing still bugs me...is there a way to adjust the cursor speed of the trackball, other than that found in Windows Mouse Wizard? I already have that set for maximum, but it requires spinning the trackball ~ 5 times to traverse the monitor's screen, and ~ 4 times from top to bottom (perhaps spinning is the wrong word to use, because if I literally spun the ball, it would move much faster than that, but that is not the way that I want to use the trackball).

Ponmayilal · Mar 19, 2011

There is no other way except using Control Panel>Mouse and adjusting the various parameters. I have left all in their default conditions and quite comfortable with it. Hmmm.......... no scroll wheel and we have been spoilt. Remember the days when there was no scroll wheel?

The Fn Key, as you have already figured it out, is used to enter special characters/special functions marked in orange on the keys.

(Wo)Men's needs are always insatiable.

seekermeister · Apr 6, 2011

I'm considering also buying an EZ Commander, as the Lenovo is good, but is also limited in what it can do, however, my question goes off in a wild tangent. When eBaying for the remote, I also came across this:

Remote Light Commander EZ - eBay (item 250662160935 end time May-02-11 14:17:39 PDT)

I already have some remotely controlled lights on another system, but I can't use them for overhead lights, because it require plugging the light cord into the control. This would be kind of neat, because it simply screws in between the light bulb and socket. However, it doesn't come with a remote of it's own, it claims that it can use most RF remotes, but without any instructions on how that is done.

I got to wondering if the EZ Commander can be programmed for just any RF device, or if it is dedicated to PC/multimedia only?

EDIT: Nevermind, I realized after posting that since this communicates via a USB receiver, that it would not work with anything else. I really don't want to pay the price of true universal remote, and unless it was IR, it wouldn't be all that useful, since it would require a line of sight path to use it (it would be just as easy to flip a light switch).

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