Is this a laser or optical mouse? How does it work without a mousepad - especially smooth surfaces? Thank you.
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This mouse is laser tracking, it may need a mousepad if the surface is too much mixed jump colors.
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Works great; has been a little more slippery than I was used to (used a RatPadz GS prior, until I wore it so smooth it started to fail) but I have adjusted to it quickly. It never fails to register even fine movement (using my optical mouse, Evoluent4). Appears to be durable, have had it 3 months now and no visible sign of surface wear at all. I got the black one. It's kind of big (11.5" x 9.5"), but I'm used to that. Highly recommended. [a bit expensive, but should last a long time]
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Most times when a wireless mouse does like your describing it can be two things. I work in computer repair and servicing / building PC's. You could have a bad mouse pad that really does not reflect the laser pointer in the mouse so try a different pad. The other thing I run into is the receiver is pointing in the wrong place or to far from the mouse. Hope this helps.
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No, I don't know why. I'm using a laser mouse too. But, it's not a gaming mouse. Your mouse might need a specific type of friction?
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This has a click type. Unlike some of the more expensive Logitechs that have a little control on the bottom that allows you to select smooth scroll, this one is click type only.
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I have used several different models of these Logitech keyboards and mice, from MK270 through MK520. They all had a device that emits a focused light beam, like a laser, just not through a process of optical amplification based on the stimulated emission of electromagnetic radiation, which a general description of a laser. The difference is immaterial in the mouse as far as I can determine. These "otical source" mice have enough resolution to do HD graphics work. They work far better than the first lasers did, in fact.
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Basically this mouse came as plug and play device. There is no software. The wheel, of course is for scrolling, but if it is pressed it will scroll rapidly, with the movement of the mouse, UP or Down. That's all. The design is nice and feels very good to work with a laptop computer. The scroll button basically just scrolls.
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It is a full sized desktop keyboard with the numpad on the right. It is a little smaller than many full sized desktop keyboards but is bigger than what is easily used on a couch. The mouse is a typical full sized desktop optical mouse. The laser does do a good job of tracking on many types of surfaces, so it is usable. I prefer some sort of standalone HTPC (home theater PC) type controller. I personally have an older Logitech Dinovo controller that is a keyboard and mouse in one for use from the couch as a "remote". Only time we use the full sized keyboard and mouse is when desktop type functionality is needed or a lot of typing is needed. For that the included keyboard and mouse are of good quality. They can also be used on other systems as well, as they use a simple USB receiver to connect.
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The G700 works that way but doesn't offer the "dark field" laser for glass surfaces. You're stuck with the wireless with this mouse, which I wish I had known before buying it.
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No, it's like any other mouse, it doesn't work well on smooth surfaces. Mine came with a mouse pad though.
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No it does not (at least the optical ones - don't know about the new laser mouse). Mine came with waves and never really flattened out fully but I did try the mouse on the corners of the pad which was somewhat flat and it didn't work very well.
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Hi Tridy. The DXT Mouse 1 used a laser from Cypress. The DXT Mouse 2 uses a high quality optical chip from Avago. If you have any questions please contact us via http://www.cityergonomics.com/contact-us/
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Hart to say. The m65 uses a laser sensor. Try to low DPI and set MS to 500 or 1000. This mousepad is all black. You can't offer better surface in therms off clarity to a sensor.
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Yes, either Mac or Windows, and it works on any surface, white or transparent, no pad needed. Best and most precise mouse.
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Not unless it is a ball mouse - which are not the norm anymore. The laser does not register on the clear reflective surface well at all. I still use a mousepad.
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First try unplugging and plugging it back in. If that doesn't work, look at the bottom and see if the laser is on. If it isnt, the laser could be dead. You could try reinstalling the mouse drivers.If all of that fails, i recommend getting a new mouse. Go for the $20-$50 logitech mice. Much better quality and never break.
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The Logitech M505 uses the New Unifying receiver for up to 6 compatible wireless devices!It also Track with laser precision...The laser tracking delivers smooth, responsive, precise cursor control on surfaces that cause problems for optical mice, such as polished or wood-grain tables. So, I think that the M505 is a newest and better mouse model... Any Commends?