[ubuntu-uk] media centre remote

[Ronnie Tucker]

On 16/04/10 18:06, Steve wrote:
> On Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:32:25 +0100, Kris Douglas<krisdouglas at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>    
>> On 16 April 2010 17:27, Chris Rowson<christopherrowson at gmail.com>  wrote:
>>      
>>>        
>>>>> i want a remote to use with a revo running xbmc and boxee on mint, do
>>>>> they all work or are some better than others? tia richard
>>>>>
>>>>>            
>>>> If you enable the http server within XBMC you can use any cellphone
>>>> with
>>>> Wifi and a browser...
>>>>
>>>> Can't comment on using an *actual* remote as never felt the need due to
>>>> the ability to control the media centre through my mobile...
>>>>
>>>>          
>>> I've heard some say that the PS3 remote is OK for this, as it's
>>> bluetooth...
>>>
>>> Chris
>>>
>>>        
>> ps3 remote works, you can also use hauppage remotes if you have a card
>> in. Most MCE compatible remotes work.
>>
>>
>>
>>      
> http://popey.com/blog/2009/08/06/acer-aspire-revo-ubuntu-boxee-and-remote-control/
>
>    

I used Popey's tutorial to get Boxee running but used a cheapo £5 
CyberLink (USB) remote and it worked quite well with XBMC and Boxee.

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