Hi.
I have a problem with my Tab S 10.5. I can connect mouse or keyboard using OTG cable and it's work fine.... But when I connect my xbox 360 wired controller, it's not working. the Xbox ring is blinking yes but I can't do nothing with it.
I'm trying with GTA San Andreas and it's doing nothing...
Is someone have a solution ?
Thank you very much !
so I have been messing with trying to get the controller to work on the tab s 10.5 with no luck. here's what I found as a solution before. found it on xda
"xbox 360 wireless success
Thought about making a new thread about this but this looks as good as place as any to post. After many many trials and tribulations I have finally got my wireless xbox 360 controller to work I'll explain how. You have to have the xbox 360 wireless dongle to usb as well as a OTG cable to get this working properly. Somebody with a wired xbox controller might be able to use this method to get that working but I haven't tested it. This was done on the sm-t700 model (Tab S 8.4 WIFI) but I'm pretty sure it will work with any samsung tab s possibly other samsung models.
First there are two options,
Non root method but no analog sticks
Root method for full controller support.
For the non root method install this app USB/BT Joystick Center 2015 https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...bjoyfree&hl=en once installed look at the upper left corner of the app and touch the IME/Off button then just enable it on next screen. After that right below that button you clicked on there is a norm/hid search option click the NORM button. At this point it should recognize the controller and put a square box in middle of your screen click on that. Now it will give you the opportunity to map the buttons click on any button then click on your controller button to map it. It gives like a keyboard layout so just pick anything it dosen't really matter. I have tested this method with Drastic Ds emulator and worked for me just no analog stick control.
Root method. Alot more complicated be forewarned. First things first root using this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/gala...nfire-t2881826 after root use a program I used titanium backup pro to freeze all 5 knox apps. Now you need to flash your kernal to this permissive kernal http://forum.xda-developers.com/gala...ernel-t2914628 after this use the same app from above USB/BT Joystick Center 2015 open app, click the same IME/OFF button as in the non root method but now instead of clicking the NORM button click the one right below HID button. Now on the upper right side there is a JOY button colored Green click that 2 times until the 360 icon next to it is highlighted then click big box in middle of screen. Now same as non root method you can map your controller buttons but this time all the sticks and corresponding button letters are available just map accordingly and start playing.
I have tested this in Drastic Ds, ePSXe, and Mupen64 plus also controller works in home screen using both methods. Hopefully this helps somebody in the future, Cheers!"
after finally getting a rom that works I tried the iornman rom in the android development section. I was able to fully disable knox so the joytick center could get access to certain files. Root alone would not let this app work. Now the controller gets detected by the joytick center but when you go assign buttons to it to map the controller it still doesn't detect the buttons at least is my case. I'm using a wired controller.
also I have tried this as well.
http://www.se7ensins.com/forums/threads/how-to-use-xbox-controllers-on-your-android-device.882265/?jdfwkey=6byo81
How to connect and use an Xbox 360 controller (wired) on Android -
1. Plug USB cable of Xbox controller into Female USB port of OTG cable
2. Plug OTG cable into your device
3. That's all. It's really that simple for a wired controller.
Some games will not respond well to controller input (without the help of 3rd party apps) and this is normal. A list of known compatible games will be featured at the end of this post.
If this doesn't work -
-You may be missing the Keylayout file for USB Xbox 360 controllers. This is unusual but does occur on some devices. You can download the file here. Paste it into the directory /system/usr/Keylayout. (Will require root access).
So yea its been a pain idk if any1 has any other solutions or things we can try... also just to note I did not flash that permissive kernel he said to try since it's for the tab s 8.4 and not the 10.5 idk if I want to take the plunge and try it...
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note sure if this helps but found some more info about the kernel issue but for a different device https://jira.cyanogenmod.org/browse/CYAN-4469
blooddragon88 said:
so I have been messing with trying to get the controller to work on the tab s 10.5 with no luck. here's what I found as a solution before. found it on xda
"xbox 360 wireless success
Thought about making a new thread about this but this looks as good as place as any to post. After many many trials and tribulations I have finally got my wireless xbox 360 controller to work I'll explain how. You have to have the xbox 360 wireless dongle to usb as well as a OTG cable to get this working properly. Somebody with a wired xbox controller might be able to use this method to get that working but I haven't tested it. This was done on the sm-t700 model (Tab S 8.4 WIFI) but I'm pretty sure it will work with any samsung tab s possibly other samsung models.
First there are two options,
Non root method but no analog sticks
Root method for full controller support.
For the non root method install this app USB/BT Joystick Center 2015 https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...bjoyfree&hl=en once installed look at the upper left corner of the app and touch the IME/Off button then just enable it on next screen. After that right below that button you clicked on there is a norm/hid search option click the NORM button. At this point it should recognize the controller and put a square box in middle of your screen click on that. Now it will give you the opportunity to map the buttons click on any button then click on your controller button to map it. It gives like a keyboard layout so just pick anything it dosen't really matter. I have tested this method with Drastic Ds emulator and worked for me just no analog stick control.
Root method. Alot more complicated be forewarned. First things first root using this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/gala...nfire-t2881826 after root use a program I used titanium backup pro to freeze all 5 knox apps. Now you need to flash your kernal to this permissive kernal http://forum.xda-developers.com/gala...ernel-t2914628 after this use the same app from above USB/BT Joystick Center 2015 open app, click the same IME/OFF button as in the non root method but now instead of clicking the NORM button click the one right below HID button. Now on the upper right side there is a JOY button colored Green click that 2 times until the 360 icon next to it is highlighted then click big box in middle of screen. Now same as non root method you can map your controller buttons but this time all the sticks and corresponding button letters are available just map accordingly and start playing.
I have tested this in Drastic Ds, ePSXe, and Mupen64 plus also controller works in home screen using both methods. Hopefully this helps somebody in the future, Cheers!"
after finally getting a rom that works I tried the iornman rom in the android development section. I was able to fully disable knox so the joytick center could get access to certain files. Root alone would not let this app work. Now the controller gets detected by the joytick center but when you go assign buttons to it to map the controller it still doesn't detect the buttons at least is my case. I'm using a wired controller.
also I have tried this as well.
http://www.se7ensins.com/forums/threads/how-to-use-xbox-controllers-on-your-android-device.882265/?jdfwkey=6byo81
How to connect and use an Xbox 360 controller (wired) on Android -
1. Plug USB cable of Xbox controller into Female USB port of OTG cable
2. Plug OTG cable into your device
3. That's all. It's really that simple for a wired controller.
Some games will not respond well to controller input (without the help of 3rd party apps) and this is normal. A list of known compatible games will be featured at the end of this post.
If this doesn't work -
-You may be missing the Keylayout file for USB Xbox 360 controllers. This is unusual but does occur on some devices. You can download the file here. Paste it into the directory /system/usr/Keylayout. (Will require root access).
So yea its been a pain idk if any1 has any other solutions or things we can try... also just to note I did not flash that permissive kernel he said to try since it's for the tab s 8.4 and not the 10.5 idk if I want to take the plunge and try it...
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note sure if this helps but found some more info about the kernel issue but for a different device https://jira.cyanogenmod.org/browse/CYAN-4469
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Thank you. To start, I cannot find this famous software on Google Play ( USB/BT Joystick Center 2015)... Can you ?
sorry forgot about that. It's no longer on the play store but can be found here https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/pokes-android-apps/sME_vV9pPcE
I will see if I'm able to include the module (in-built) in my kernel.
dude I pray that u can!!! This has been the most painful last couple days trying to get this POS to work...
blooddragon88 said:
dude I pray that u can!!! This has been the most painful last couple days trying to get this POS to work...
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You might want to start smashing that "thanks" button.
I've included Microsoft X-BOX gamepad controller in-built module (untested) in my latest SkyHigh kernel release..... JUST FOR YOU (and any other who find it useful)
tried it and it detected the controller np all the controllers work except the left analog stick wont move my character it just moves a cursor like a mouse. Any ideas?
I greatly appreciate you taking the time to try and get this to work. Do you have a donation link anywhere?
blooddragon88 said:
tried it and it detected the controller np all the controllers work except the left analog stick wont move my character it just moves a cursor like a mouse. Any ideas?
I greatly appreciate you taking the time to try and get this to work. Do you have a donation link anywhere?
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No idea. Don't have controller to test.
Either kernel module doesn't support your exact controller type or you need to configure an app to map the controller properly.
This is all I can help with.
yea works fine in another game guess ill have to mess with settings... did u have a donation link?
blooddragon88 said:
yea works fine in another game guess ill have to mess with settings... did u have a donation link?
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Pressing "thanks" is enough. Users just aren't appreciative anymore.
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I just successfully paired my bluetooth keyboard with the xoom and all is well. It was easy enough and basically self explanitory. I figured i'd try my apple trackpad also since i was on a roll. the xoom found it quickly then asked me to enter "0000" to pair it. Seeing as how the trackpad has no numbers i thought it was hopeless, but i entered the digits with the keyboard, pressed enter and it paired.
After this in the bluetooth menu settings it says "Apple Trackpad" - paired but not connected.
I am not knowledgable enough to know where to go from here but any one have any ideas?
Actually now that i am thinking about it, does honeycomb even recognize "mouse" devices? Will it show a pointer on the screen if a bluetooth mouse is connected?
Thank you to any responders (even if you just have to say " sorry buddy yr screwed, its hopless")
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I am fairly certain that you have the same problem that people trying to pair mice are having, which is that google has not left in pointer device functionality in the default honeycomb setup. its not so much a problem of pairing as it is a problem of android not knowing what to do with the device. Hopefully this can be implemented in future builds and/or roms.
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I just paired it with my 3.1 Xoom, it works, but none of the gestures seem to work... I can't find any way to make them work, but I don't know anything. It does work, just none of the cool features of the magic trackpad.
I paired my magic mouse, everything works but the gestures, scrolling does work though.
bossjeeves said:
I paired my magic mouse, everything works but the gestures, scrolling does work though.
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Paired easily. Gestures don't work. Scrolling does. The tap to click doesn't seem to work but actually pushing the pad surface down does.
I have tried two different USB keyboards (Cherry evolution stream XT, Cherry G80-3000) but none of them seems to work.
Both keyboards are working when connected to a pc. The OUYA usb port recognizes my mouse. So I guess it has to be a software problem.
Anybody else encoutering similar problems or having an idea to solve this issue?
I didn't find a single thread where a corded USB keyboard didn't work. I have no other keyboard to test .
Pommes_Schranke said:
I have tried two different USB keyboards (Cherry evolution stream XT, Cherry G80-3000) but none of them seems to work.
Both keyboards are working when connected to a pc. The OUYA usb port recognizes my mouse. So I guess it has to be a software problem.
Anybody else encoutering similar problems or having an idea to solve this issue?
I didn't find a single thread where a corded USB keyboard didn't work. I have no other keyboard to test .
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Go to advanced settings and make sure in language and input that hardware keyboard is on.
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TadeoNYC said:
Go to advanced settings and make sure in language and input that hardware keyboard is on.
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In advanced settings there's only the ouya keyboard. I cannot switch the input method.
Pommes_Schranke said:
In advanced settings there's only the ouya keyboard. I cannot switch the input method.
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Even with the keyboard attached? Do you connect the keyboard before booting up?
I've been using the Asus keyboard from my pc with no issues. When connected there is always the option to enable and disable it.
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TadeoNYC said:
Do you connect the keyboard before booting up?
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I have had problems in this area as well. For me pulling the power, plugging in the keyboard, and then putting the power back seems to work a lot of the time. Sometimes it is just a matter of doing it a bunch of time until the keyboard is finally recognized. To me, this issue speaks to the build quality and software quality of the Ouya in general. Stuff like this makes the Ouya pain in the a** for the masses.
HT123 said:
I have had problems in this area as well. For me pulling the power, plugging in the keyboard, and then putting the power back seems to work a lot of the time. Sometimes it is just a matter of doing it a bunch of time until the keyboard is finally recognized. To me, this issue speaks to the build quality and software quality of the Ouya in general. Stuff like this makes the Ouya pain in the a** for the masses.
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What about using the power button to initiate a real shut down before attaching the keyboard.
It seems the OUYA is not built using parts from a single manufacturer and that has a lot to do with inconsistent performance.
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I tried everything mentioned in this thread at least a few times with the two different keyboards with no effect.
I pulled the cord, plugged both keyboards in and turned it on. Powered it off with the hardware button and pluged the keyboard in. Searched the options for any signs of a keyboard that is connected but just not activated.
I also tried different builts (there was an auto update). None seems to work.
This box is a pain in the a%&. I seem to have a very *****y ouya. XBMC is not working quite well too.
Using a hub
Pommes_Schranke said:
I tried everything mentioned in this thread at least a few times with the two different keyboards with no effect.
I pulled the cord, plugged both keyboards in and turned it on. Powered it off with the hardware button and pluged the keyboard in. Searched the options for any signs of a keyboard that is connected but just not activated.
I also tried different builts (there was an auto update). None seems to work.
This box is a pain in the a%&. I seem to have a very *****y ouya. XBMC is not working quite well too.
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Are you using a USB hub?
HT123 said:
Are you using a USB hub?
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No. I tried using a hub as a fix but it didn't help.
I'm absolutely clueless.
I guess installing a custom rom or a bootloader is no option without a working keyboard. The OUYA seems to be a complete waste of time and money so far. Only crap games, worst "store"/rom ever, loud fan, controller with input lag and XBMC not working properly. Unfortunately people seem to have recognized how bad this thing is, where I live the resell value is free falling.
Pommes_Schranke said:
No. I tried using a hub as a fix but it didn't help.
I'm absolutely clueless.
I guess installing a custom rom or a bootloader is no option without a working keyboard. The OUYA seems to be a complete waste of time and money so far. Only crap games, worst "store"/rom ever, loud fan, controller with input lag and XBMC not working properly. Unfortunately people seem to have recognized how bad this thing is, where I live the resell value is free falling.
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Does it work in recovery? Does the cap lock light come on when you press the cap lock button?
HT123 said:
Does it work in recovery? Does the cap lock light come on when you press the cap lock button?
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No and no .
Ouya and keyboard are acting like there is no connection at all. But when I plug in any pc mouse everything is working fine.
Pommes_Schranke said:
No and no .
Ouya and keyboard are acting like there is no connection at all. But when I plug in any pc mouse everything is working fine.
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I am at a loss as well. I'm not sure how attached you are to your current install on the OUYA but you could try to sideload the latest OTA. I am pretty sure you can do all that without a USB keyboard attached via ADB. You could also fastboot CWM and see if it is recognized then. Just a couple shot in the dark idea but as if a mouse works, the USB port must be working.
I borrowed a logitech keyboard from a friend and it's working like a charm.
The problem seems to be "cherry only".
That sucks. Now I have to buy a new keyboard for this crapcube since my friend needs his keyboard.
Thanks for the advices to everyone.
Just as the title says. Connecting the controller, and the mid light just flashes. The controls do not work correctly (All I care about is GTA vice city). My research shows that a $7 app called joystick center converts the default usb config from 3.0 to 2.0 which is the problem with the tablet (and the G2), but the correct key bindings do not hold up. This is an LG issue, the controller should work out of the box. Hoping someone may have a solution.
annoyingduck said:
Just as the title says. Connecting the controller, and the mid light just flashes. The controls do not work correctly (All I care about is GTA vice city). My research shows that a $7 app called joystick center converts the default usb config from 3.0 to 2.0 which is the problem with the tablet (and the G2), but the correct key bindings do not hold up. This is an LG issue, the controller should work out of the box. Hoping someone may have a solution.
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Nice to see I'm not the only one having this issue:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2712152
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2742159
I tried to install Mahdi's ROM like someone suggested, but it didn't work. So I'm not quite sure this is a software issue and I'm beginning to think that it may be a hardware one. But, what do I know... We might need the help of an expert to solve this! :laugh:
JoaoGuiPan said:
Nice to see I'm not the only one having this issue:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2712152
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2742159
I tried to install Mahdi's ROM like someone suggested, but it didn't work. So I'm not quite sure this is a software issue and I'm beginning to think that it may be a hardware one. But, what do I know... We might need the help of an expert to solve this! :laugh:
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Yes it's hardware related, and friggen annoying! Our device treats the USB port as a 3.0 instead of a 2.0 apparently. Really hoping for a fix as I've completely come up short...
-VZW LG G2 VS980
My Note has the issue where when paired to a bluetooth keyboard it will disconnect after about 5-10 seconds of not typing. Are there any custom ROMs that fix this problem?
Thanks,
Hackhound
hackhound said:
My Note has the issue where when paired to a bluetooth keyboard it will disconnect after about 5-10 seconds of not typing. Are there any custom ROMs that fix this problem?
Thanks,
Hackhound
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No Bluetooth keyboards are officially supported by this device as yet, could use USB OTG cable to plug keyboard directly into tablet
bunglebp said:
No Bluetooth keyboards are officially supported by this device as yet, could use USB OTG cable to plug keyboard directly into tablet
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I understand that Samsung is not supporting bluetooth keyboards since they want everyone to use the stylus. They probably never will. What I want to know is if someone who has experiencing the disconnect issue had it go away after a custom ROM was installed on their Note.
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My Note has the issue where when paired to a bluetooth keyboard it will disconnect after about 5-10 seconds of not typing. Are there any custom ROMs that fix this problem?
Thanks,
Hackhound
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Hi Hackhound,
There are two workarounds:
-stream music to a Bluetooth headset while using the Keyboard. The constant music stream keeps the BT connection open. I've tested it and it works.
-install Bluetooth Keyboard Easyconnect. Follow the instructions. Don't loose faith. Play with it for some minutes. It took me five-ten minutes for the first time to get a proper setup. It works! And now I am able to use my keyboard! If I add External Keyboard Helper Pro with which I can remap my keyboard layout I can say that I have made my way to productivity heaven.
Oh I forgot to add that the latter solution works only with stock kernel on KitKat... Or at least I had problems with xluco v1 an haven't tested with v1.1. And I am on xKat v3.0 at the moment.
Cheers!
Solyomszem said:
Hi Hackhound,
There are two workarounds:
-stream music to a Bluetooth headset while using the Keyboard. The constant music stream keeps the BT connection open. I've tested it and it works.
-install Bluetooth Keyboard Easyconnect. Follow the instructions. Don't loose faith. Play with it for some minutes. It took me five-ten minutes for the first time to get a proper setup. It works! And now I am able to use my keyboard! If I add External Keyboard Helper Pro with which I can remap my keyboard layout I can say that I have made my way to productivity heaven.
Oh I forgot to add that the latter solution works only with stock kernel on KitKat... Or at least I had problems with xluco v1 an haven't tested with v1.1. And I am on xKat v3.0 at the moment.
Cheers!
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I hope this isnt a transient thing, but installing BK Easyconnect seems to have solved my BT keyboard disconnect. Bluetooth keyboard has disconnected just once during the past 2 hours of use, and that was during a 10 min idle period. No other"fix" had worked to keep my BT keyboards connectd up until now, and I have tried all of them mentioned on this forum and elsewhere (factory reset, set timeout to never, toggle onscreen keepboard switch, "Null keyboard" app, "bluetooth keepalive" app, remove sd card, and probably more things that I cant remember)! Major props to you and the developer of the app. I was about to give up on this otherwise wonderful tablet. I just hope its not a fluke....I'll keep this thread updated if things change. You might want to post your fix in the 14 page long Bluetooth keyboard disconnect thread here. Im sure others will appreciate it )
Im running hashcheck 4.4.2 ROM and using the Motorola keyboard with the built in cursor stick mouse. Both keyboard and mouse functions are working. No lag, no stutter, no constant disconnects every 5 seconds *** crossing fingers****
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I hope this isnt a transient thing, but installing BK Easyconnect seems to have solved my BT keyboard disconnect. Bluetooth keyboard has disconnected just once during the past 2 hours of use, and that was during a 10 min idle period. No other"fix" had worked to keep my BT keyboards connectd up until now, and I have tried all of them mentioned on this forum and elsewhere (factory reset, set timeout to never, toggle onscreen keepboard switch, "Null keyboard" app, "bluetooth keepalive" app, remove sd card, and probably more things that I cant remember)! Major props to you and the developer of the app. I was about to give up on this otherwise wonderful tablet. I just hope its not a fluke....I'll keep this thread updated if things change. You might want to post your fix in the 14 page long Bluetooth keyboard disconnect thread here. Im sure others will appreciate it )
Im running hashcheck 4.4.2 ROM and using the Motorola keyboard with the built in cursor stick mouse. Both keyboard and mouse functions are working. No lag, no stutter, no constant disconnects every 5 seconds *** crossing fingers****
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Hi sam2c,
I am glad that I could help You out but I have to confess that I was not the wise one. After many attempts I have found the solution by just Googling around with different keyword combinations... And on a foreign language google play comment there was this gem.
Anyway I'll post it on the BT KB thread.
Thanks,
Solyomszem
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Solyomszem said:
Hi sam2c,
I am glad that I could help You out but I have to confess that I was not the wise one. After many attempts I have found the solution by just Googling around with different keyword combinations... And on a foreign language google play comment there was this gem.
Anyway I'll post it on the BT KB thread.
Thanks,
Solyomszem
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Props to him/her too then ) thanks again for sharing this info here.
I hope the devs here with the knowhow can incorporate this fix into their ROM and perhaps improve on it
I am looking to set up a Tab S for my mother-in-law such that she can easily mirror the screen on a monitor/TV and use both a keyboard and a mouse via bluetooth so it becomes an easy to use desktop replacement.
If I use the Samsung HDMI cable, even with the power adapter plugged in, it does not simultaneously charge the device. Samsung have confirmed this.
I am therefore thinking of using sharecast/Samsung link or whatever it is called now. However, there is no way she's going to hunt around in settings to mirror the screen, so what would be the easiest way for her to place the tablet by the bug screen, automatically connect with the BT keyboard and mouse, AND mirror the screen to a Samsung smart TV?
I think the bluetooth should be automatic once the devices are paired? But I don't know how to do the screen mirroring in a VERY easy way!
Any suggestions much appreciated!!! I need the brownie-points with my mother-in-law!
Cheers!
You could try chromecast it is very easy to do:
Open the app
Open the menu pick cast screen
Tap a button and your done.
However it may or may not have the best functionality for what she wants or needs to do. For $35 it is a worth while investment to test if this will work out the best. It will allow charging while in use, you can use bluetooth accessories at the same time, and it is simple to setup even for the technology illiterate. However it is reliant on a good home wifi signal and even then there will be some screen lag using it as a wireless hdmi cable.
Also just remember that a tablet even a microsoft tablet is not really a desktop replacement and some concessions will need to be made if you want to use it as such.
I use a cheap mirrorcast dongle. To use... press the screen mirroring toggle in the notification panel, obviously tv has to be changed to correct hdmi input aswell.
acdbrn2000 said:
You could try chromecast it is very easy to do:
Open the app
Open the menu pick cast screen
Tap a button and your done.
However it may or may not have the best functionality for what she wants or needs to do. For $35 it is a worth while investment to test if this will work out the best. It will allow charging while in use, you can use bluetooth accessories at the same time, and it is simple to setup even for the technology illiterate. However it is reliant on a good home wifi signal and even then there will be some screen lag using it as a wireless hdmi cable.
Also just remember that a tablet even a microsoft tablet is not really a desktop replacement and some concessions will need to be made if you want to use it as such.
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Thanks for the fast reply! Does screen cast work with the Chromecast dongle and using the Tab S? I've read reports (maybe old) that it doesn't?
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I use a cheap mirrorcast dongle. To use... press the screen mirroring toggle in the notification panel, obviously tv has to be changed to correct hdmi input aswell.
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Yes - I considered this option too, but not all miracast dongles seem to be created equal! Which one did you use and was this casting from a Tab S?
Thanks for sharing your experience.
pogobongo said:
Thanks for the fast reply! Does screen cast work with the Chromecast dongle and using the Tab S? I've read reports (maybe old) that it doesn't?
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Yes, I have used it myself from the time I got my tab S (December 24) till a few days ago and it worked for me each time.
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Thanks for the fast reply! Does screen cast work with the Chromecast dongle and using the Tab S? I've read reports (maybe old) that it doesn't?
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Just a cheap ezcast from ebay... all the guts of these are basically the same... and yes this was with tab s 8.4... miracast functionality is built into tab s so you don't have to use 3rd party apps. It works well enough for me to use net flix however not good enough for gaming...for general tablet use it works well.