Re: [Thinkpad] thinkpad IR usage...

i've tried using it every way i can think of, but i simply can't get it on a
com port.

i was just wondering if anyone had a great idea.

if not, i'm going to try bluetooth.

> On Wed, 2004-05-26 at 15:40, Guido Gabriele III wrote:
> > i would like to use the IR port for something other than IRDA, namely
> > to use an IR remote control.
> >
> > i've been told repeatedly by IBM techs that this couldn't be
> > done....but then again most of the stuff they say "i can't do"...i've
> > found a way to do.
>
> It's probably not possible due to the power. 3com Palm's have IR ports
> on them and work very well with the right software as IR controls... as
> long as you are only a foot away from the TV. Any more and the signal
> isn't strong enough (this was on a IIIx)
>
> Give it a go and see is all I can suggest ;)
>
> Ross
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Received on Wed May 26 12:24:06 2004