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Media Center Remote Control
Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 1:48 am
by rmarshll
Does anyone know. Can the IR port on the front of a T60p be used with a IR remote control for Windows Media Center?
Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 4:48 am
by Harryc
You're probably better off with a Bluetooth remote for better range. Are you dead set on infrared?
This is a nifty looking product. Seems perfect for a T60 since it has an express card slot for recharging/storage of the remote. This particular unit has a 30 foot range. I may get one just for the 'coolness' factor
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http://www.interlinkelectronics.com/index.php?id=Njg1
Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 5:27 am
by rmarshll
That looks nice, but do u know if there are ane that don't purtrude from the slot?
Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 5:47 am
by Harryc
I don't know if there are any available that don't protrude. The way I look at it is that it is only 'in' the express slot to charge once in a while, so it's not a big deal. Here is that unit for $40 US at Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Interlink-Electro ... 954&sr=8-1
Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 6:06 am
by GomJabbar
Basically, I would guess not. However, see the following thread.
http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?t=19107
EDIT: If you want something that doesn't protrude, then bluetooth is the only way to go, since you already have bluetooth on your T60. Bluetooth devices tend to be a little expensive though.