2011-06-16, 22:11
krishnkar Wrote:Q1) What would be better ..To use the desktop that currently have by connecting my TV to it via a 50 Ft HDMI since my PC is in my bedroom (i can connect multiple monitors with my card)
(or) build a small HTPC like the ones you have listed..my key question will be around the signal loss(if any with a 40-50 ft HDMI cable) ease of use and energy consumption
well, i've never been in such a situation because my htpc is next to my hdtv..
this means, if u do bring a 50Ft hdmi cable from your bedroom to your hdtv,
you need to make sure you have a great remote that picks up the signal
from far,,, that would be a question to ask in another thread for you because,
i dont use such remotes unfortunately, but many many do so,
be positive someone will answer you on that!!
krishnkar Wrote:Q2) what would be the best keyboard / mouse combination that would work well and be convenient for a HTPC
Thanks in advance..
KK
most loved remotes for htpc's are the Harmony....
the cheapest one is the Harmony 300 i believe...
http://ow.ly/1tQ33T
however, HArmony remotes might be hard to play with under Linux OS..
you need to be careful with the type of IR Receiver you get...
if not then this remote is popular too --> http://ow.ly/1tQ2D9
works both in Linux and windows + comes with its own IR Receiver...
Now, do u have a cell phone? powered by ANDROID OS?
if so, take a look at this Official XBMC Android Remote --> http://ow.ly/1tQ2Ja
and if you have a iPHONE --> http://www.collect3.com.au/xbmc-remote/
since your PC is in another Room, those 2 remote apps im sure
have great range... they use your WiFi network of course so,
must be decent range... i beleive however,,,