Keyboard Recommendation ? wireless infra red for MP (1 Viewer)

[audiodigital]

I have always run MP with a usb keyboard which I attach/detach as required but I now want to use a wireless keyboard so which one ?

I don't mind if its wireless radio, infra red etc what is the recommended one for Media Portal ?

I've been looking at the Microsoft one and also the BTC 9029

any help you can give gained from experience in MP gratefully recieved ;-)

Cheers

 

[cheezey]

I've used the Microsoft MCE keyboard for a couple of years now and it's great, once you get used to the nipple mouse.

It's supported in MP out of the box. I have multiple HTPC's each with an MCE remote and I just use the same keyboard for them all.

 

[sunflower]

I'm using the Logitech DINuovo, great keyboard, with integrated touchpad, works via bluetooth. No numeric keypad. In particular I like the mouse functions.
Looks also very beautiful and stylish (in the living room).
Rechargeable (Li-Io).

A bit expensive... (about 100 €) but the best keyboard I ever had.

 

[wewe]

M$ MCE Keyboard+MCE remote = perfect for MP!

 

[audiodigital]

Thanks guys, I forgot to say that the keyboard is for use in my lounge so what's the mce like for range ?

i've just won an mce on ebay but reading up it has no infra red so I'll have to get the remote too as it seems I need that :-s

i'm not using xp mce just xp pro is this OK

 

[patricon]

I'm using Genius Luxemate 810 Media Cruiser. It's much better than the M$ one, and it's wireless (not IR); take a look: http://www.gadgetcentre.com/news/images/Genius-Luxemate-810.jpg

regards,

 

[and-81]

The MCE Remote and Keyboard have great range. I've just been given an MCE keyboard and I think it's very good. I haven't used a Genius Luxemate but I've heard good things about them also.

I can recommend the MCE Keyboard.

Either way, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

Cheers,

 

[cheezey]

i've just won an mce on ebay but reading up it has no infra red so I'll have to get the remote too as it seems I need that :-s

Yes - the keyboard does not come with the IR receiver, the MCE remote does, Microsoft assume if you buy their keyboard then you'll have the remote too.

i'm not using xp mce just xp pro is this OK

The MCE keyboard & remote work out of the box with XP Pro, just download and install the Rollup.

 

[Koempy]

I am using the Cherry CyMotion Pro Wireless Desktop
Its great because it has a range about 20 m.
It uses Radio, so u can hide the Receiver station behind your case.

 

[crossmax]

GlobaLink GKM-700. It´s a great keyboard with trackball