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HD as a Remote for my PS3?

Does anybody know, if there is a possibility to use my Touch HD as a Remote for my PS3, e.g. for the Blu-Ray Player or in the CrossMediaBar?
Thanks for posting!

Take a look here:
http://store.wmpoweruser.com/product.asp?id=26097&n=MobileRemote

Oh, thanks for this remote, but i tested it a few days ago and it don't work or i dont know how to get this remot working.

you need to go to the pheripherals (sp?) menu in the ps3 settings menu.
There u choose BD-remote set up, and press search.
Then on MobileRemote you press search aswell,
You will get prompted, on your tv screen, to input a code into your htc.
After doing that you can use htc as remote.
Have fun!
ps. Use the search button :/

VERY useful app to use FTV / Stick remote as a mouse

Hi,
Not sure it this app has already been posted but it's great and can avoid you to use a physical keyboards for the emergencies.
Not tested deeply so far but I think it's very nice (it's cheap too). Unfortunately it's not on the amazon store so get it from Google Play store or send an email to the author to ask him how to do that if you don't have the store.
Regards.
All the credits go to user: goodhur on firetv subreddit for the news.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fluxii.android.mousetoggleforfiretv

Thanks, just installed this. Works well

This is very convenient. I can finally use my xfinity tv go app without using my Logitech. The price is really fair too. 99¢ total and I've got it on all 3 aftv devices.

Wow! Thanks for pointing this out. Now I don't have to dig out my USB mouse keyboard combo just to click on a few things!

excellent app. Good spot. Works well for NBCSN.

excellent app. without a doubt THE only decent solution to mouse control on fire tv without having to lug around an extra mouse.
love it!

Anyone know if this plays well with firestarter menu replacement?

BelfastLad said:
Anyone know if this plays well with firestarter menu replacement?
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works well so far, no problems here and you can switch very easy between "Mouse Mode" and "Normal Remote".

BelfastLad said:
Anyone know if this plays well with firestarter menu replacement?
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no problems here, been using both for a good while now.

Thanks for all the feedback to my question. Took the plunge and app working well for me too. Great to be able to finally use a few mouse / touch-centric apps on my FTV stick.
Got my FTV in one of the recent £25 sales and really pleased with how well it all works. Rock-solid wifi streaming in the room farthest from my router. What's not to love about it?

has anyone tried on FireOS 5 yet ? Don't seem to be playing nice with the new ADB system here, doesn't work..

wejgomi said:
has anyone tried on FireOS 5 yet ? Don't seem to be playing nice with the new ADB system here, doesn't work..
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Hi wejgomi, I'm the developer of this app(Mouse Toggle for Fire TV) and just wanted to let you know that I'm submitting an update with Fire OS 5 compatibility soon. I already have it working already but it just needs a bit more testing before releasing it. The app update will be released before the public availability of Fire TV OS 5.
Thank you

For those with root, Droidmote Server and Client works great, been using it for a year.

Just to provide a little feedback. I have two very minor issues with the software which might be easily fixable - or I may be doing something wrong.
1. Could the speed of scrolling in mouse mode be accelerated just a bit or some sort of weighting be applied so that long continuous presses move the pointer more rapidly than short taps? Long scrolls across the width of the TV screen are just slow enough to get annoying (but I admit I have a low tolerance for these things
2. When using the programme to interact with another video playing app, the fact that play / pause is the toggle for the mouse is not ideal. Personally, while I may use the fast-forward button to get through to the point I may have previously watched to, I very rarely use the rewind button. Personal preference would be to have some way of configuring which button (other than the d-pad and centre 'select' button) activates the toggle. Is this possible?
These are very minor gripes. I have to say that I was always impressed with the capabilities of the hardware in the FTV Stick. With this and the ability to sideload apps I now have no need for anything more powerful from my - now very SMART - TV.
Thanks iostouchdev!

I myself use Wukong Remote. Works excellent with my AFTV and sideloaded apps like Sling and DirecTV that require a touch screen. I like how you can also use it as a controller with d-pad, or keyboard.

Damn. This app + Show Box is like perfect. Well worth the money.

Ugh!! The broke it on the FireTV 2, the next update the new OS will probably break it for the 1gen hardware. No remote apps working either other than the official one.
Edit: Mouse Toggle for FireTV Fixed, see next comment, thanks!
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goodhur said:
Ugh!! The broke it on the FireTV 2, the next update the new OS will probably break it for the 1gen hardware. No remote apps working either other than the official one
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I just submitted an app update(v1.02) with Fire OS 5 support for the new Fire TV 2015 / 2nd Gen. device. It will also work for the 1st Gen devices when they get Fire OS 5 too.
Regarding the remote apps: The 'Remote Mouse for Fire TV' app is working on the new Fire TV but you need to verify that the Fire TV companion app is updated to version 1.08.
If you need additional help please feel free to email me at the address in the app or just reply here.
Thank you!

iostouchdev said:
I just submitted an app update(v1.02) with Fire OS 5 support for the new Fire TV 2015 / 2nd Gen. device. It will also work for the 1st Gen devices when they get Fire OS 5 too.
Regarding the remote apps: The 'Remote Mouse for Fire TV' app is working on the new Fire TV but you need to verify that the Fire TV companion app is updated to version 1.08.
If you need additional help please feel free to email me at the address in the app or just reply here.
Thank you!
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Thanks again!
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Noreg96 said:
Damn. This app + Show Box is like perfect. Well worth the money.
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thanks for the heads-up, hadn't heard of showbox.

Help to remap third party remote and default apps

Hi... i bought (test and return) 8 keyboards to test on my satv and liked none... then... with no hope... i bought this:
Aerb 2.4G Mini Wireless Keyboard Mouse Multifunctional W Infrared Remote Learning & [3-Gyro + 3-Gsensor] Air Control for Google Android Smart TV Box G Box IPTV HTPC Mini PC Windows iOS MAC Linux PS3 Xbox 360
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K768DHY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
That was GREAT.... i dont want make an ad from this post but the gyro for mouse movement is amazin....
My first question is.... there is any way to remap keys? i have tried tincore and seems not work... all keys works great but 1.... back... have to turn remote and use [esc] on qwerty keyboard.... not such a big deal but would be great to remap to any other....
My second question is... when press on mediaplayer key it launches google music.... i want to launch mx player.... or when pressing internet key it launches chrome and i like to launch opera....
Thats is... thanx in advance and if you have the chance test this control...

I am interested in this too?

Have you learned any information about this yet? I just ordered the same remote, but the MX3 model with voice button/microphone.
I read there is a Kodi add-on called Keymap Editor, but I would like to know how to program other buttons for my TV and Nvidia Shield Android TV box.
Any information would be helpful. Thanks.

where do you the keymap file on kodi on the shield?

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where do you the keymap file on kodi on the shield?
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I dont know if this will help your situation but theres quite an extensive gui keymapper addon for kodi called keymap editor, pretty good when i tested it at the time, you can have the same key perform different functions depending on where you happen to be in kodi i.e. homescreen, addon, video playing etc etc

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I dont know if this will help your situation but theres quite an extensive gui keymapper addon for kodi called keymap editor, pretty good when i tested it at the time, you can have the same key perform different functions depending on where you happen to be in kodi i.e. homescreen, addon, video playing etc etc
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That keymap editor didn't work too well in my experience.

wallyhenderson said:
Hi... i bought (test and return) 8 keyboards to test on my satv and liked none... then... with no hope... i bought this:
Aerb 2.4G Mini Wireless Keyboard Mouse Multifunctional W Infrared Remote Learning & [3-Gyro + 3-Gsensor] Air Control for Google Android Smart TV Box G Box IPTV HTPC Mini PC Windows iOS MAC Linux PS3 Xbox 360
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K768DHY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
That was GREAT.... i dont want make an ad from this post but the gyro for mouse movement is amazin....
My first question is.... there is any way to remap keys? i have tried tincore and seems not work... all keys works great but 1.... back... have to turn remote and use [esc] on qwerty keyboard.... not such a big deal but would be great to remap to any other....
My second question is... when press on mediaplayer key it launches google music.... i want to launch mx player.... or when pressing internet key it launches chrome and i like to launch opera....
Thats is... thanx in advance and if you have the chance test this control...
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I have an almost identical remote (slightly different colours seems to be the only difference -- see here). It's fantastic once you sort the button issues out. The back key problem is that it's not recognised by any keymapping application, so do what I did, remap the menu key to back instead. I rarely use the menu key and I'm rooted and have LMT Launcher running with a pie menu button anyway so it's there on the rare occasion I do need it. But I use back all the time. I used this application to remap it and it works perfectly.
As for the Mediaplayer button, I'll look into it tonight.

does the voice button on the remote work for nvidia shield?

has anyone tried it?

Beefheart said:
I have an almost identical remote (slightly different colours seems to be the only difference -- see here). It's fantastic once you sort the button issues out. The back key problem is that it's not recognised by any keymapping application, so do what I did, remap the menu key to back instead. I rarely use the menu key and I'm rooted and have LMT Launcher running with a pie menu button anyway so it's there on the rare occasion I do need it. But I use back all the time. I used this application to remap it and it works perfectly.
As for the Mediaplayer button, I'll look into it tonight.
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Hey, I have the same remote as you. I'll give the remapping a shot when I get home today.
Curious, did you also have issues with the large select button in the middle of the remote? I can mouse all over the screen, but I can't actually select anything. Did you have to remap that too?
Thanks.

Hi guys! I wanted to point out that i made a comment on a post here on this remote:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/shield-tv/general/mouse-click-behavior-t3290739/page2
Unfortunately I just cannot figure out how to configure the mouse button, aside from messing with code in the kernel itself. But I noticed some of you are looking for a keylayout for the remote. I have the version with the microphone, not the internet explorer button. Im not sure if its the same but you can try reading my post and have a shot at it. good luck!
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does the voice button on the remote work for nvidia shield?
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I have the version of this remote with the voice button. it works on the shield but the issue is that it doesnt work in the same way as the voice button on the remote/gamepad. you have to manually select the voice button on screen, then when the beep for voice, hold down the voice button on the remote and say what you need to say. the voice button essentially opens and closes the voice channel on the mic on the remote. I have not seen a way to tie this as an actual keycode, and i think the remote might not even register the button as a scancode either. so i dont think you can simpley press or hold the button to have it automatically open the voice bar on android tv.

Best 3rd Party Fire TV Remote? IR, Air Mouse, and keyboard.

Hey guys! I have a 1st gen Fire TV- not rooted. I have been on the prowl for the perfect remote for my fire TV. I want it to use with a web browser (Mouse and Keyboard), Control my tv with IR (Input) and soundbar with IR(Volume and input). I have even tried universal remotes paired with my TV's CEC input control and that works, but no home button.
That being said, i have found a few that come so close to working perfectly, but they all seem to have 1 major downfall that is a deal breaker- specifically the navigation buttons not being mapped correctly with the Fire TV.
For reference and what ive tried:
http://amzn.com/B00U3PFUAC Back Button does not work.
http://amzn.com/B00RCWF1NA Home Button Does not work.
These are exactly what I want to be a truly universal remote with my Fire TV but with 1 fatal flaw and i can't root to modify the mapping. This is what im trying next: http://amzn.com/B012BZU3KS , http://amzn.com/B00HNLFYP0
What are you guys using?

dantheman9703 said:
These are exactly what I want to be a truly universal remote with my Fire TV but with 1 fatal flaw and i can't root to modify the mapping. This is what im trying next: amzn.com/B012BZU3KS, amzn.com/B00HNLFYP0
What are you guys using?
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Just out of curiosity, why is rooting off the table? I just ordered a Mele F10 Deluxe 2.4GHz Portable Wireless Air Mouse/Keyboard. It's supposed to be ideal, but requires a modified keymap.

fecaleagle said:
Just out of curiosity, why is rooting off the table? I just ordered a Mele F10 Deluxe 2.4GHz Portable Wireless Air Mouse/Keyboard. It's supposed to be ideal, but requires a modified keymap.
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I haven't been keeping up with development for the first gen for a while. Last I checked, there was no root method available for my software version. I didn't think things had changed. Are there new root methods available?

I've got two Fire TV Boxes (one new 4k) and on both of them, I use the stock remote for Kodi interface and this keyboard/touchpad for everything else. Works flawlessly...keymaps are perfect and it was inexpensive.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HFS24DQ?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00
It's my solution, maybe not exactly what you are looking for, but for everyday use...it's great.
Rick
BlackIce

dantheman9703 said:
I haven't been keeping up with development for the first gen for a while. Last I checked, there was no root method available for my software version. I didn't think things had changed. Are there new root methods available?
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Sorry, I'm new/clueless. I've got a 2nd gen and assumed that any first gen could be downgraded to a rootable version.

I use the flirc with my harmony remote it works great. It also happens to be on sale until new years. www.flirc.tv and http://www.amazon.com/FLIRC-FL-09028-Universal-Receiver-Components/dp/B00BB0ETW8/ for the direct amazon link.
It emulates a usb keyboard and can be used for other things as well, you can program it with whatever IR remote you have laying around and if it's a universal like a harmony it can be part of your normal home theatre macros.

blackice000 said:
I've got two Fire TV Boxes (one new 4k) and on both of them, I use the stock remote for Kodi interface and this keyboard/touchpad for everything else. Works flawlessly...keymaps are perfect and it was inexpensive.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HFS24DQ?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00
It's my solution, maybe not exactly what you are looking for, but for everyday use...it's great.
Rick
BlackIce
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Thanks for your idea man. My Biggest want out of this is too be able to use 1 controller for navigation and TV volume and input control. The keyboard / mouse is just a bonus

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I use the flirc with my harmony remote it works great. It also happens to be on sale until new years. www.flirc.tv and http://www.amazon.com/FLIRC-FL-09028-Universal-Receiver-Components/dp/B00BB0ETW8/ for the direct amazon link.
It emulates a usb keyboard and can be used for other things as well, you can program it with whatever IR remote you have laying around and if it's a universal like a harmony it can be part of your normal home theatre macros.
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Wow! This is something I've yet to think of. Do the menu and home and back buttons work? What is the home button for the fire TV on the harmony? Thank you for the idea!
EDIT Actually I'm new to the harmony and i just have the basic bare bones Cheapy one. Will this work with it?

dantheman9703 said:
Wow! This is something I've yet to think of. Do the menu and home and back buttons work? What is the home button for the fire TV on the harmony? Thank you for the idea!
EDIT Actually I'm new to the harmony and i just have the basic bare bones Cheapy one. Will this work with it?
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It will work with any remote including a cheapy harmony. You program the flirc itself to respond to whatever remote you have and you can program the output keys.
for home button here is a thread on the AFTV2 home button mapping: (title says not working but they found the combo: Left-windows key, left-alt-key, and Enter key)
http://forum.flirc.tv/index.php?/topic/1987-amazon-tv-home-button-not-working-with-harmony-remote/

+1 on the flirc, if you want an IR solution
I use a regular universal remote (from my STB) and the flirc can be programmed for any button to be mapped to the aftv remote, because my goal was to simplify some rooms to 1 remote only.
Works flawlessly, but remember to use a usb cable to place the flirc over the AFTV or you may not have line of sight (I bought some cheap usb extension cables)
With the flirc app I setup the home button without issue on both kodi/xbmc and the FTV...I don't recall having issues
The newer harmony hubs work perfectly as well since they are bluetooth and already have the mapping, but much more expensive.

barrmulio said:
Works flawlessly, but remember to use a usb cable to place the flirc over the AFTV or you may not have line of sight (I bought some cheap usb extension cables)
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I actually have mine sticking straight out the back and never have any problems. And it's sort of right behind my TV. It really just depends on your remote and room layout I think.

rbox said:
I actually have mine sticking straight out the back and never have any problems. And it's sort of right behind my TV. It really just depends on your remote and room layout I think.
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same here, it's super sensitive, they even recommend pointing remote away from it and bouncing the ir off a wall when programming so it doesn't overdrive it. It's about as close to RF as you'll get with an IR remote.

Flirc for the BIG win. Wife approved.

Tcl LS60A button mapper

hello
Is there a way to remap the netflix button of a tcl LS60A? The mapper button does not detect it, the neflix button, the others if ... it is weird

It's codes are hardcoded. Same as with the latest Firesticks. Someone wrote an app for it to remap the button there. Don't think it will be done for the TCL.

Tbo29 said:
It's codes are hardcoded. Same as with the latest Firesticks. Someone wrote an app for it to remap the button there. Don't think it will be done for the TCL. so on this tv you cant? I had an android tv noblex before this one and I could do it, that's why it seems strange to me
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so on this tv you cant? I had an android tv noblex before this one and I could do it, that's why it seems strange to me

You can see that button remappers can't get the keycode when you click "add a button" and press the Netflix or TCL button.

Tbo29 said:
You can see that button remappers can't get the keycode when you click "add a button" and press the Netflix or TCL button.
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I had an android tv brand noblex before the tc and could react all the buttons of both YouTube and neflix etc ... because in the tcl you can not? There is no way?