Will it work well plugged into the back of the computer, or is it better with line of sight?
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Dear Joe,Thank you for your question regarding our BTD-400. The BTD400 will work in the back of a computer however it works better within line of sight.Please contact us at support@kinivo.com if you have any additional questions.Thank you,Kinivo Product SupportEmail: support@kinivo.comToll Free: 1-855-4Kinivo (1-855-454-6486)Live Chat: http://support.kinivo.com(Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm Pacific)
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From what I could tell line of sight matters for longer distances. Anything like metal between the adapter will hinder the Bluetooth signal. The PC case or walls will slow down the signal. But if you're using the Bluetooth in one room everything should be ok I would think. Also I read today on Wikipedia that USB 3.0 devices have been shown to interfere with the signal. You may want to look at the wikipedia entry.
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Line of sight has not been an issue in my office. I have it plugged into my computer under my desk and it seems work well up to 20' or so from my desk
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Not external to the computer. It has a 'two' part USB connection, actually two spiced USB connections to your computer where it gets its power. It works with one connection but increases range (supposedly) with a second.
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Acctually it doesn't meant to be close to the computer. It shall be under the range of your wi-fi signal.
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If you have a USB port you should be OK. I have had issues with the range it will cover. In our installation you cannot be more than 10 feet away from the base if you want ot connect with a laptop, sometimes less than that..
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I use it for that exact same reason. It works fine for me from about 20 feet away from the computer. I have the computer in my bedroom and the signal passes through one wall just fine. It was spotty at first but after installing the supplied "pairing software" it works like a charm.
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I walk around and tend to point at the screen, since I'm usually using the later pointer. In my current classroom, the USB receiver is on the back of the IMAC, and so out of sight, but I don't have any trouble. I haven't tried using it from the back of the room but the package says good to 100'.
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Yes it will. I unplugged my monitor cable from the unit and accessed a unit by remote control. I am using the keyboard and mouse to write this while viewing on another computer. the IOGEAR does not have any vidio connection. What I have found is this unit is fussy about wireless mice. I have used a few that did not work and several that did. Hewlett Packard all seem to work. Logitech - some work. I am currently using a M305. If you change mice and have problems. Power everything down. The indicator light on the IOGEAR should go out effectively rebooting it. (The IOGEAR uses power from any USB connection.) Make sure the sender is plugged in and the mouse is turned on before starting the systems back up. I have been using this for several years with 4 systems connected. I have had very few problems with it. I like it better than any other I have tried.
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I found that mine has short range and low volume. It works well with line-of-sight but not thru objects. Here is a good PDF on the subject: http://www1.crouse-hinds.com/wirelessio/PDF/White%20Paper/white_paper_frequencies.pdf
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I'm using the Logitech HBS730 and get about 20 feet in my apartment. If I cover the headset with an open hand, it'll cut out. In other words, the range isn't so great. I remember reading somewhere that antenna length is crucial - it has to be a specific length. I only remember that these tiny dongles just aren't big enough to house an antenna that will give you good range.
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I'm lucky if I get it to work at 6 ft away but the USB is plugged directly into the back of the computer, and not into the extension. I have noticed though if I pull my keyboard out a bit or lay it on the ground or something close to where I'll be using the mouse I get a great deal more distance out of it. I assume this is because my keyboard is plugged directly next to the logitech receiver and is being used as an antennae of sorts.Don't get me wrong this is not a complaint at all, I rarely use the mouse away from my desk and love everything about this mouse.
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Line of sight is not needed. I have the power strip located on my desk behind my monitors and the switch for it, mounted under my desk. Works great!
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I dont understand the question. I have a laptop, so there is zero distance from computer to monitor. If you mean how far away from the computer will the mouse work, I once tested that and ran out of space inside the house at 40 feet unobstructed. That is with a fully charged rechargeable battery.
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It might work in the back of your television to project the sound through bluetooth speakers, but I'm not sure. The range is great, I use it on my computer for my bluetooth headphones, I can be twenty feet away and the sound is as good as if i was a foot away from my computer
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It goes into a usb port. Mine seems to work fine plugged into the back of the computer but any usb port should do
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You in fact do not have to be in a well lighted room for it to work, due to IR tech. The amount of movement required for response is extremely minimal, and can be adjusted in the setup software. I use mine for MSFSX, and the only problem I've encountered is when I have shiny stuff behind me in its field of view. Enjoy, this is a great product.
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I would keep it as close to whatever devices you are plugging into it. It has a power supply so keep that in mind. It is small as doesn't take up any room. I can tell you that it works well in recognizing what devices are plugged into it. Hope this helps.
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We have used it on occasion, hooked up to a laptop. Took a bit of time to locate object and focus on telescope and then put in the eye piece. Worked ok, but not something I would use all the time.