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FreeBox Revolution + wireless keyboard and mouse

marc2011 -  
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Hello,

Configuration: Windows 7 / Firefox 3.6.13Hello, with this FreeBox Revolution, can I connect a wireless keyboard and mouse instead of using the remote control and the virtual keyboard? Thank you

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6 answers

  1. nicoretto
     
    Hello,
    quick question:
    how do you connect a wireless keyboard and mouse to the Freebox Player when it requires 2 USB ports? (one for the keyboard and one for the mouse)
    thank you
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    1. Lars_1
       
      just need to buy a kit ;) A key for both ;)
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    2. SandG
       
      There are 2 additional USB ports at the back of the freeplayer.
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  2. varume
     
    Yes, it is possible to connect, for example, a dinovo mini keyboard with the dongle to the USB port of the player box. I tested this one but others should also work.
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    1. Freeman
       
      apparently there are negative feedback regarding the use of wireless keyboard/mouse...

      it would be nice to establish a compatibility list ( finally that FREE establishes... ! )

      and that they create a dedicated space for questions regarding the revolution on their site, because leaving people in the mud like they do is shameful!

      they are relying a bit too much on the good old FREE community, I think! ( no user manual in the packaging! )
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    2. toto
       
      (no instructions in the packaging box!)

      The instructions are printed on the inside of the packaging box, and when you open the box, you can't miss it, indeed not inside :)
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    3. zeb
       
      Hello! Is that the only way? With the dongle! I think there must be another way? Maybe we could download a driver online? We should try! Why not! zb
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    4. zeb
       
      Since we can download from the internet, maybe we can save it on the hard drive of the HD box? I'm wondering? zb
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    5. 69F66D3
       
      Can you connect a regular keyboard?
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  3. Wisquet
     
    Hi,
    I personally got myself a Logitech Wireless Touch Keyboard K400, and:
    - dongle plugged into the PC: I navigate with the keyboard on my lap
    - dongle on the Freebox player and I adjust my volume and channels much more easily, and typing text is just as easy... it works without any problems.
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  4. Marc
     
    I took this small keyboard, it's great. It's small so it easily fits in the drawer of the coffee table

    http://www.rico-services.fr/boutique/product.php?id_product=364
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  6. Steve_57 Posted messages 15 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   22
     
    Logically, any RF wireless keyboard is compatible with the Freebox Revolution, but it might be better to prefer a media center type keyboard... They have a better range and especially incorporate trackballs or touch pads for mouse control... However, they are a bit more expensive than wireless keyboard and mouse kits for desktop PCs... They start at around €50, I personally have this one which works very well: http://www.maisondunumerique.com/keysonic-ksk-5200rfm-clavier-sans-fil-avec-trackball-et-molette.html
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  7. jeje1351
     
    Yes, you can because I just did it, but be careful, not all keyboards are compatible with the Freebox. It's not just Windows 7; it's mainly the compatibility with Firefox 3.6.13. But if you wait 2 weeks, they will release it on the Free website.
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