Remote for Windows Media Center?

[nOOky]

I'm not sure if this is the right category, but it didn't seem appropriate for the home theater section.

Basically I want a product w/remote to operate my computers dvd player and that has a t.v. tuner. I don't need a hd tuner, just something to grab basic cable off a splitter with my cable modem. I guess I'd prefer to use Windows Media Center preferably.
I have Vista Ultimate and Power dvd. I'd prefer an internal card.
The intention is to ride my bicycle trainer indoors, watch some training dvd's I have, and not have to git my fat arse up to change from a dvd to t.v. etc.

Anyone have any experience with this type of product?




Mmm, I'd say that General Hardware might be more fitting.

*kick*

- AmberClad (Video Mod)

 

[thilanliyan]

Tuners from Hauppage (a bit expensive) or Avermedia or Onair sometimes come with remotes. Check for reviews.

 

[Binky]

If you already have Vista Premium or Ultimate, you can just add a Media Center remote. There are many versions of these. Some are by Microsoft and some are from other vendors. The older MCE2005 versions will work fine, but a "Vista" remote adds the red/blue/yellow/green buttons (generally for HD usage).

Here's a few at Newegg:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/...rchInDesc=media+center

You could also try ebay for a cheap Microsoft version. Just be sure to get one packaged with a receiver. Not all of them come with a receiver.