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mouse without root?

Can I use a mouse without rooting my device?

Yes, buy an OTG adapter and plug it in. Also, I believe you can get a bluetooth mouse and use that.

Yes, Bluetooth mouse and keyboard work without issues. I have a Logitech mouse and an Apple keyboard that never gave me problems.
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That,s great, I have an HP model that doesn't require a transmitter. On my first few attempts I it wouldn't recognize it. Got it now.
Next question, Is there any software to control settings for the mouse? Everything on the play store seems to turn your android INTO a mouse. What do you use? Thanks.

[Q] Adding a K400 keyboard

Hello everyone. I just recently purchased a fire tv an a Logitech K400 keyboard because I seen it was working for others. I cannot get this stinking keyboard to work with firetv. I've plugged the dongle in and was also looking to see if there is any type of app I need to side load to get it to work. I'm still new to all of this so please be gentle. Thank you for your responses.

Well that's a shame.
Is yours actually just a K400 or is it a K400r?
My K400r works just fine on my Fire TV.

My k400 worked perfect right out of the box, installed batteries, switched on and plugged in dongle. Now I even use a 4 port usb for my ext hard drive and the dongle still works perfect. I hope you figure it out. Test it on a lap top.

Have you plugged the dongle into a PC or Mac to test it is actually paired? Was the k400 new or refurbished? I've bought refurbs that weren't paired out of the box. If so, on a PC you can download and install the Unifying app from Logitech to pair the keyboard to it.
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Sounds like a bad one. Mine works fine. It's a pretty plug 'n play no-brainer install. Mine is plugged into a four-port un-powered hub.
Found this:
Troubleshooting
Touch Keyboard not working?
• Check to see you remove the battery tabs.
• Restart the keyboard by turning it off and then back on.
• Check if you have connected the Unifying receiver.
• Move the Unifying receiver to another USB port on your computer. (Try plugging the receiver directly into the computer instead of a USB hub.)
• Use the USB Range Extender for a stronger signal.
• Check the battery orientation. Replace the AA batteries.
• Some Function keys are for Windows® 8 usage, use Logitech SetPoint software to map these keys to other functions.

Receiver remembers
I lost my original unifying receiver, to get the new one to work I had to first pair it on a computer with the unifying software, then plugged it into the fire tv it worked!

Turn off USB debugging
Fire tv home
Settings
Devicdeveloper options
USB debugging -off

Fire TV with Bluetooth keyboard + mouse/trackpad

I apologize up front because I can see that this has been discussed but I can't find a definitive answer after reading through all the different threads.
Is there a way to pair a bluetooth keyboard + mouse/trackpad to the Fire TV with a device that can't be rooted?
I ask because like a lot of others, I just pre-ordered the Fire TV Stick. Now I know it's not out so we don't know what it can/can't do but assuming the code is the same, I'm trying to do some homework before it arrives. And since the Stick doesn't have the USB inputs, I have to rely on Bluetooth or maybe an app for a virtual keyboard/mouse if anyone knows of one.
Thanks in advanced!

I didn't even think of that. I ordered two. I use my K400 occassionally for different apps. I was using the limitless remote app too. The new Fire Tv Remote app might work but I will miss the K400.

stanggman75 said:
I didn't even think of that. I ordered two. I use my K400 occasionally for different apps. I was using the limitless remote app too. The new Fire Tv Remote app might work but I will miss the K400.
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Yeah. I'm looking for it to use with HBOgo mostly. I'm guessing that the mouse is the important input to get that working.

It will be great if I can pair my Bluetooth mouse with Fire TV Stick.

This works well with the FireTV: http://eud.dx.com/product/ipazzport...google-tv-player-black-844230388#.VHTNJTSsVx0

podge3 said:
This works well with the FireTV
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Is that a bluetooth device? Or does it have a USB dongle? The Fire Stick doesn't have a free USB port.

jeck11 said:
Is that a bluetooth device? Or does it have a USB dongle? The Fire Stick doesn't have a free USB port.
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USB dongle. I don't use the port for anything else so its fine for me.
Has anyone tried a USB hub on the Fire?

jeck11 said:
Is that a bluetooth device? Or does it have a USB dongle? The Fire Stick doesn't have a free USB port.
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This is exactly what I am trying to figure out also, a Bluetooth keyboard/trackpad that will work with sideloaded apps like HBO GO or NFL Game Pass that are not compatible with the remote.

usb dongles work on firetv, not on firetv stick.... for now.

Would also like to know, sideloaded Settings.apk on mine to get to the stock android settings. Can detect Microsoft bluetooth mouse, Monoprice bluetooth headset and sound brick but none of them pair right. The two audio devices make a pairing sound. But don't play audio.

I sideloaded the settings.apk, and using it I'm able to successfully pair Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Magic Mouse. Both keyboard and mouse functionalities work just as if it was USB keyboard/mouse.

Aerb ibk-02
kanedo said:
I sideloaded the settings.apk, and using it I'm able to successfully pair Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Magic Mouse. Both keyboard and mouse functionalities work just as if it was USB keyboard/mouse.
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Yes, keyboard pairing works with both Fire TV and Fire TV Stick. I've sideloaded the settings apk and have successfully paired the AERB IBK-02 keyboard with trackpad/mouse to both devices. This keyboard has a trackpad, but it has limited functionality. Although scrolling is possible with two finger touch, you cannot click and drag. For this you'll need to pair up a Bluetooth mouse.

vg-kbd2000
I picked this up for my Samsung TV ( doesn't work with mine - no Bluetooth )
But, it works with my Sony GoogleTv and my FTV stick with settings apk side-loaded
the nice thing with this keyboard is that you can pair it with 3 different devices.
It has a selector button on the top to choose which one.
I haven't played with it very long and am trying to figure out what works and what doesn't
To use the touch-pad a switch on the bottom needs to be slid to "mouse mode"
I can't use the TV specific buttons on the right side of the keyboard. Wish i knew how to get them to work with the GoogleTv - it has an Ir blaster built in and will control volume,channel,etc
It will power my TV on and off - it has an Ir transmitter. But, that is all that does - strange
They are marked down to $39 at Best Buy and there are usually many open boxed ones to be had for less. Original price was about $100
But, they are mostly useless for the Samsung Tvs that they do work on - Most of apps do not support the keyboard or so I have read.
Wish the was some sort of unifying remote that I could connect to it and then plug into my TV though.
If you get one, the touchpad goes into a sleep mode after 30 seconds or so. I've read that hitting any button will wake it up. I didn't know that at first and was pairing it , unpairing it and powering it off.
If anyone else picks one of these up, Please post your findings

kanedo said:
I sideloaded the settings.apk, and using it I'm able to successfully pair Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Magic Mouse. Both keyboard and mouse functionalities work just as if it was USB keyboard/mouse.
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Hello
i tried to connect an Apple Magic Trackpad - i can find it and i can write the pin then im am stuck - it wont connect - how did you do it ?

[Q] Wireless mouse

Hi I'm new to the site, I recently updated my Fire TV and I'm unable to use a wireless mouse with the aft

boobooes365 said:
Hi I'm new to the site, I recently updated my Fire TV and I'm unable to use a wireless mouse with the aft
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If it's not a bluetooth mouse, you will need to pair the mouse with a unifying receiver using a computer and then plug the unifying receiver into the USB port of the fire tv.

Any extra info?
I have several spare Logitech usb mice that I use when needed. The range is great. They are years old and are only like 5-7 dollars.
No pairing needed.

Mouse with Android TV

Hi guys, I'm having a problem with my Chiq 50in Android TV. I added a bluetooth mouse for use with Chrome browser (via Sideloader) because using the remote is a pain. Problem is, the mouse works perfectly...except for one thing. When I need to enter text, the mouse won't select from the onscreen keyboard, so I have to resort to the remote again which is so slow. Any ideas or suggestions?

Would a keyboard work for inputting text?

Late reply. Still useful
MATVT: Mouse for Android TV Toggle
GitHub - virresh/matvt: Virtual Mouse for Android TV that can be controlled via remote itself.
Virtual Mouse for Android TV that can be controlled via remote itself. - GitHub - virresh/matvt: Virtual Mouse for Android TV that can be controlled via remote itself.
github.com
or use bluetooth mouse
(no bluetooth support, then use "Bluetooth Adapter" which can be used via "USB")
or use long usb cable mouse or make one
DIY USB Extension Cable
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or check youtube
if no usb, bluetooth support then...

Tried another keyboard app maybe?