[mythtv-users] OT: cheap clicker with serial IR receiver

[Phill Edwards]

> I just stumbled across this: <tekgems.com/Products/tg-pbr.htm>. It's a
> Packard-Bell-labeled 34-button remote control, with 9-pin serial IR
> receiver, for $1.49 (plus $5 S&H per order). It is not a universal
> remote control; it won't control your TV, VCR, or DVD player. All 34
> buttons are usable with LIRC; there aren't any dedicated device
> buttons. Each button sends its own keycode.
>
> I already have one of these, and am using it as a dedicated remote
> control for my frontend. Mine works well. It receives the IR signal
> from my RS 15-2116 clicker also.

I've used these in the past and I found it great. Doesn't look sexy
but it gets the job done. Nowadays I have a Harmony remote - but I
still use the serial receiver that came with the Packard Bell.