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Emprex 3009URF Windows Media Center Remote Control

by Emprex
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews)
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  • Navigate 4 way to control the cursor arrows
  • Conveniently access the PC digital entertainment
  • Includes all of the buttons and functions necessary for Microsoft MCE
  • 2.4GHz RF technology with an operating range of up to 10m
  • Mini USB dongle style receiver
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Technical Details
BrandEmprex
Item Weight222 g
Product Dimensions24.6 x 11.6 x 4.2 cm
Item model number3009URF
  
Additional Information
ASINB002A8HEFY
Best Sellers Rank 3,745 in Computers & Accessories (See top 100)
Shipping Weight222 g
Date First Available29 Jan 2009
  
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Manufacturer's Description

The remote control uses 2.4GHz RF technology with an operating range of up to 10m. It has a Media Center Start button to access, command, and control your digital entertainment options. Complete with Microsoft Windows Vista certification and Green Start Button support to run, it also has a virtual remote server on your Media Center computer. There is 4 way cursor navigation control and 5 Teletext menu hotkeys to support ISDB data function for digital television (DTV) and digital radio formats. It is supplied with a Mini USB dongle style receiver.

Product Description

This is the 3009ARF not the 3009URF which is discontinued. Specifications: Key numbers: 52 Switch activation mechanism: Metal Dome Transmission frequency: 2.4GHz multi-channel Operating distance: Up to 10m depending on environment Receiver Connection: USB Compatible OS: Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 Box Contents: Emprex 3009ARF III MCE Remote Control USB Dongle Receiver Mini-CD with triple tab activation program Quick Install Guide 2x AAA Batteries


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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
This remote shows in device manager as HID Keyboard and several other HID devices. In Windows Media Centre (I'm using Windows 7 RC1) all buttons work as supposed. If you use other applications you can bind keypress of remote button to action, but only some of remote buttons generate keyboard press event. I was able to make all buttons fully working using 'autohotkey' software (with Micha's HID device support DLL). So I would recommend this remote if you're planning to use it on windows. Sadly on linux it does not work as supposed, I was able to pick up more than half of a buttons using lirc and linux input layer configuration. But events (by linux and lirc, on windows everything works perfectly) are generated only on button release, so no smooth volume up/down functions for your lirc enabled software. Hope this helps someone looking to buy it for MythTV, not recommended for Linux.
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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Works great with Windows 7 media centre 20 Sep 2009
Ive been browsing for some time for a media centre remote and found surprisingly few options that seemed up to scratch for a reasonable price. Then found this remote and its truly fantastic, quick and responsive and since its wireless, not infrared, great reception anywhere, have had it operating at around 8 metres.

I can confirm that it works with windows 7 media centre also, i'm running the windows7 rc and the remote works great with all the functions of media centre. Ive also tried using it for windows media player, since the two use the same base processes it also works, for example you can pause/play and select songs/videos etc. However functionality is a little more limited, not due to the remote but rather the interface, media player just isnt designed to be used with a remote. So while you can navigate around using it, play/pause, adjust volume etc, not all functions can be accessed with the remote.

But for windows media centre this is a fantastic device and well worth it for the (comparatively very low) price!
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Remote for Media Centre 23 Sep 2009
By AS
I'm very pleased with this remote control, it has completely changed my home cinema experience. My setup is with a projector so the PC is behind me. Previously I was using a generic IR remote which meant pointing the remote over my shoulder and struggling to make sure I had line of sight. The Emprex wireless controller is a joy to use as it works wherever I point it! A previous review said the buttons are the 'clicky' type (technically metal dome switches) which is true but to my personal taste they are responsive and I prefer this to the imprecise, rubbery type. I have no problems with range, the signal passes 5m, through a brick wall, through a piano and then through the computer housing with no problem!

All the controls work as expected either for single presses, or sustained hold (like for changing the volume) and because the remote is specifically designed for Media Center all the MC shortcuts are there and all the buttons feel like they are 'in the right place'. The ability to launch Media Center and to suspend/start the whole PC with the remote are added bonuses.

Finally this is a driverless solution, which is great - no dodgy 3rd party drivers or software to install. The device is recognised as a keyboard and worked fine on my Vista x64 system.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars A little tempremental
Generally works well, but occasionally refuses/slow to respond to key presses, which can be a little frustrating. Possible reception problems?
Published 2 months ago by Su Mitchell
5.0 out of 5 stars remote
I have been using this remote for 2 years now with my media centre and gotta say - it still works perfect. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Rich
1.0 out of 5 stars Wrong Remote sent
I was actually sent the ARF instead of the URF remote. Problems with lack of response- this remote seems to "save up" the instructions, and then execute tem all at once, and is... Read more
Published 8 months ago by cargram
2.0 out of 5 stars Nice remote, poor performance
Got this remote to replace a tired Philips IR remote for my HTPC. Initially I was very pleased with it - Fast driverless install, quality feel and extra buttons to access photos,... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Shaun
4.0 out of 5 stars Good value and works very well
Bought this June 2010 and its still going great. Did not need the adapter since the windows media center seemed to recognise it without. Read more
Published 17 months ago by gerrard
3.0 out of 5 stars Ok.. but not great
I purchsed this to replace my original MCE remotes that were falling apart after 5 years of general family abuse. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Neil Johnson
3.0 out of 5 stars So Good ! - All the more disappointing !
I was so impressed when I first used the Emprex remote with Win 7 Media Centre. It was easy to install, literally plug-in and play! The real plus was the wireless technology. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Handygrandad
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect!!!
To anyone who have purchase this and notice the triple tap (Like phone SMS alphabet entry) does not work on your Windows Media Center. Read more
Published 20 months ago by H. Tan
1.0 out of 5 stars rebish remote
Remote is rubbish. It works sometimes and then has a terrible lag. Much worse than an IR remote don't buy it.
Published 20 months ago by Alan H. Knox
4.0 out of 5 stars Good first impressions
Worked right away, seems sharper in response than the IR ones.

Re: Multi-tap for letters, it explain in the manual how to enable this. Worked fine.
Published 20 months ago by S. W. Anderton
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