long range 50+ feet to computer in back room/office Hi all,Can anyone tell me if they think this keyboard would work ok from my living room to the computer in my office that is about 40-50 feet away? I have seen people mention that the keyboard has to be pointing at the receiver. I am concerned that may be a problem for my setup.. also what if the rooms door is shut? It seems like none of this should matter since it is 2.4ghz RF.I plan to run a 50' dvi/hdmi cable from the computer to the LCD tv in the living room. long range 50+ feet to computer in back room/office Hi all,Can anyone tell me if they think this keyboard would work ok from my living room to the computer in my office that is about 40-50... » Read More long range 50+ feet to computer in back room/office Hi all,Can anyone tell me if they think this keyboard would work ok from my living room to the computer in my office that is about 40-50 feet away? I have seen people mention that the keyboard has to be pointing at the receiver. I am concerned that may be a problem for my setup.. also what if the rooms door is shut? It seems like none of this should matter since it is 2.4ghz RF.I plan to run a 50' dvi/hdmi cable from the computer to the LCD tv in the living room. « Show Less
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Tavis, I'm looking for a similar solution - how did you do it in the end? did you use the 2.4ghz to get that kind of distance?
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the adesso keyboard (they also have a mac version if interested) comes with a small usb dongle. it works off of RF (not sure if mines 2.4ghz or not).. i had to extend the range so i got a usb extension cable and then was able to put the dongle up the wall about 7 feet high. that solved the problem. Also if you are running a DVI to HDMI cable, a 50' cable will work even though a lot of people claim it won't. you can get both cables cheap on ebay
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Does this one have any back lit keys? No;Is it comfortable? - Yes;Good for coding? - Yes; programming? - Yes;And what's the receivers range? - I've never had an issue with range. My laptop is within 2 feet of my keyboard. I hope this helps.
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I have the same situation I sit about 30-40 ft away from the tower and it is on the other side of the wall the range worked spotty. However I got a ups extent ion cable and ran it thru the wall with my hdmi cable that went to the tv and it works fine.
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Excellent. That means that your computer has worked for the distance you choosed for maintenance when you set it up (at least 200 km). Mine only worked for 40 km.
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No. You'll get 15 to 30 feet maximum. It's just a little better than a desktop wireless keyboard and mouse.
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I bought a used one on Amazon. Are you "sure" it does not work? I found with other wireless devices running, network, headset too close it is a little finicky at times. When I move "away" from the sending unit, even 50' it works perfect. That said, my sending unit is 4' away almost all the time, and it is 95% of the time fine... occasionally it stops (for no apparent reason) or a key sticks a little (for no apparent reason). Gently tap it upside down and run a cloth across the keys while upside down. I would imagine the keyboard actually works, but I could be wrong. I returned a Bluetooth Ergonomic set because it truly sucks. That's why these are so expensive... the last of a 2.4Ghz wireless keyboard/mouse in split "natural" layout. Best of luck. Try it on a laptop isolated from other wireless devices. Shut all wireless off including network and try just the keyboard/mouse, then move "away" from the sending unit.
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An IR keyboard would be a terrible idea because IR requires line-of-sight. If something is in the way or your keyboard isn't pointing at the NUC, you won't be able to type. A bluetooth keyboard or a standard wireless keyboard with a USB receiver dongle would be the best bet. I personally use this one and it's amazing. Very comfortable and great range. Logitech Wireless Touch Keyboard K400 with Built-In Multi-Touch Touchpad, Black
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I have an older Logitech, with the older USB receiver. It is a 2.4 ghz similar to this one and mine has at least a range of 30 ft, it is amazing. I would assume this one would be similar.
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I have not tested it from exactly 15ft away, due to the fact that I don't have the option. But i have tested the key board and mouse from about 10ft away through 2 walls and a solid wood
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FB: the distance is too far and the insulation in both house and garage will kill the signal, and weather will also affect it. They recommend the extender be within about 20' of the router. The only way it might work is if you got the strongest extender and put it in a window without a screen faceing the garage, and tried one of those long range wifi antennas for the computer i've seen advertised in some mags. If it works, it'll be cheaper than running cable that distance. good luck, Charlie c.
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I do not have that problem. My remote controls the device from across the room, which is probably 15 feet, without any difficulty. Sounds like the device or remote is faulty that Barb W. has.
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I usually use it right next to my laptop but after your question I tested it from about 10 feet from the screen and it worked fine. If I went further than that I would not be able to see the pointer but from across the room it worked fine.
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If you mean what is the maximum range the between the mouse and the computer it is paired with where the mouse still responds correctly, I can tell you that it is somewhere over 30 feet. From one end of where I live to the other I measured 30' 7" and had the laptop up against one wall and the mouse on the other. Please be aware that the mouse will go to 'sleep' after several minutes of sitting still and it takes about a second for it to wake up (though it can interrupt work flow and seem longer). I recommend replacing the batteries the mouse comes with. They were Alkaline batteries, but old by the time I got the mouse. If the mouse ever seems to not connect, but the light acts normal, check the batteries. There is an off switch which I use only when I put everything in my laptop bag and go somewhere so the mouse won't wake up and drain the battery.
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I agree with Alexander. I use mine in a shared office workspace and I have not received any complaints. It is a tad noisier than a normal keyboard but I wouldn't worry about it, the benefits of using it far out-way any subtle/minor noise annoyance it might/could cause.
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I checked mine works fine for 10 feet range. My test condition has no blockage between keyboard and receiver.
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This is not a Bluetooth connection. RF distance is determined by the transmitters output. The assigned frequency would be determined by the FCC and that frequency would have a range. So only the manufacture could tell you what the max distance could be. I know that many RF devices around the home will reach up to 200' or more. Plus there are boosters available. I know with some brands of trailer Tire Pressure Spenser systems some require a booster to send signal from the wheel to the display on the dash.
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I have tested the range, and it works very well at long-distance. I can't ever see it not work, because by that time I'm too far away to see the screen. I'd say the range max is probably 35 feet.