Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center
The Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center from Pinnacle is an IR remote control with a USB receiver and IR blaster. The remote is designed for use with Windows Media Center, and can be used to control multiple devices thanks to the IR blaster. The receiver even has a detachable suction cup for flexible mounting.
- Full compatibility with Windows Media Center
- Works with Windows Vista certified TV tuner cards and sticks, including the Pinnacle PCTV HD Pro Stick and Pinnacle PCTV HD Stick
- Controls any satellite or cable set-top box that is connected to your PC via the included IR blaster when used with a Windows Vista certified TV tuner card with analog A/V inputs
| System Requirements |
Operating System: Windows Vista Home Premium, Ultimate Hardware: USB port |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
90%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (7)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home movies (3)
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- Enthusiast (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Just what I was looking for
I use this remote with Windows 7 Media Center and a Hauppage TV tuner. I wanted to use my Cable set top box which required an IR receiver/transmitter combo.
The device was ...Read complete review
I use this remote with Windows 7 Media Center and a Hauppage TV tuner. I wanted to use my Cable set top box which required an IR receiver/transmitter combo.
The device was very easy to install and works perfectly. Media Center picked up the hardware and completed setup.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Does not work for me
I got this product to be able to use WMC as a DVR with my cable companies digital converter and I am not able to do that.
The product seems well made ...Read complete review
I got this product to be able to use WMC as a DVR with my cable companies digital converter and I am not able to do that.
The product seems well made and would possibly work well except for two things:
1. Inadequate documentation. Physical installation is no problem but how to set it up with Windows Media Center is completely UN-documented.
2. Windows Media Center. Apparently, WMC is supposed to include everything needed to use this remote. And I think it does. It just does so poorly. I cannot get the IR blaster timed to correctly work with my Cable company digital converter box. At this point, the remote and the IR blaster are useless to me for recording or watching live TV via WMC. I CAN use the remote to control WMC for music or videos and that is nice but that's not what I bought this product for.
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Pros
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
It works pretty well. WIndows 7, 64Bit sees it OK. I did have some issues getting it setup with Comcast DTA.
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Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
It works great in Media Center, but lacks any documentation. Would definitely recommend this product to others, and B&H to anyone looking for A/V products.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
i use this product for windows media center on my home media center computer, it works perfectly,the IR receiver picks up the remote from anywhere in the living room, no fussing with having to lift your arm up high in the air. the only problem i had with it were the stock battery's that came with it which died in only 2 days, i put new batterys in and its been working just fine ever sense
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Cable TV Box
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
I use this remote with Windows 7 Media Center and a Hauppage TV tuner. I wanted to use my Cable set top box which required an IR receiver/transmitter combo.
The device was very easy to install and works perfectly. Media Center picked up the hardware and completed setup.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Turns on Xbox 360 also
Best Uses
Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
Remote works fine for just about everything I need it to do. It is listed in the Harmony database, so it works great with those.
The only complaint I have is that the frequency for the Green Button is the same as the one to turn on my Xbox 360.
It would also be nice if there was a way to input text via the remote, even if it was just a shortcut to the onscreen keyboard or something.
Pros
- Compact Design
Cons
- Lacks Functionality
- Poor Performance
Best Uses
Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
I got this product to be able to use WMC as a DVR with my cable companies digital converter and I am not able to do that.
The product seems well made and would possibly work well except for two things:
1. Inadequate documentation. Physical installation is no problem but how to set it up with Windows Media Center is completely UN-documented.
2. Windows Media Center. Apparently, WMC is supposed to include everything needed to use this remote. And I think it does. It just does so poorly. I cannot get the IR blaster timed to correctly work with my Cable company digital converter box. At this point, the remote and the IR blaster are useless to me for recording or watching live TV via WMC. I CAN use the remote to control WMC for music or videos and that is nice but that's not what I bought this product for.
Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
The remote works fine for controlling Media Center, but Media Center can't find the IR Blaster. The only reason I bought this was to allow Media Center to control the cable box. If you are looking for support from Pinnacle, forget it. Pinnacle sold the PCTV line to Hauppauge and there is nothing on either site regarding this kit.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
plugged it in and windows media center recognized it right away
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Lacks Functionality
Best Uses
- Home Movies
Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
Every thing works as is stated. I use Windows 7 64bit Ultimate, and it was compatible with out any issues.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- XP Drivers Not Included
Best Uses
- Watching TV on PC
Comments about Pinnacle Remote Control Kit for Windows Media Center:
Had to get drivers for Windows XP, not found on MFG site. Once drivers were loaded seems to work fine.
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- Batteries
- USB Infrared Transceiver Box with Suction Cup
- 6' (1.8 m) USB Cable
- 10.5' (3.2 m) Infrared Blaster Cable
- Quick Start Guide
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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