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| | Features | Play movies, music, photos, and other media stored on computerNavigate PC from another room with full-screen interfaceSkip, fast-forward, rewind, and change volume like with current home theaterUse SnapStream Spotlight to access online media servicesCompatible with over 80 media applications
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| | Description | The SnapStream Firefly PC Remote is your gateway to the entertainment PC. Firefly gives you one-click access to your favorite TV shows movies videos music and photos. Use Firefly to play pause fast-forward rewind and skip through digitial media. And it works through walls so you don't have to get up to change the station volume or any other setting. It is compatible with more than 80 third-party applications.System Requirements: Windows XP Operating System 500 MHz process or faster 128 MB RAM 100 MB HD space CD or DVD drive USB PortFormat: WIN 2000XPXP PROXP MEDIA CENTER Genre: PRODUCTIVITY UPC: 856526000044 Manufacturer No: SS-FFLY-R1000EN | |
| | Product Details | | Product Weight: | 1.0 pounds | | Package Length: | 9.6 inches | | Package Width: | 8.9 inches | | Package Height: | 2.7 inches | | Package Weight: | 1.0 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 29 reviews |
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| | System Requirements | | Platform: | Windows 2000 / Windows XP | | Media: | CD-ROM | | Item Quantity: | 1 |
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| | Customer Reviews | Average Customer Review: ( 29 customer reviews )
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11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
 Not All USB Ports Are Created Equal. Sep 14, 2005
By Wind Walker
I purchased this Firefly remote a month ago to work with my PC-PVR (I have got a Hauppauge PVR-250 card and BeyondTV 3). As my computer and TV set are in different rooms, I thought it would be convenient to have an RF remote control so that I can still control video recording/playback while sitting in front of my TV. RF signals can usually travel a longer distance, and most importantly, they can penetrate walls.
However, my first installation with the Firefly remote was not a totally success. It functioned well, but I have only measured a 6-foot of workable distance - with full battery power, and no blocking objects or interference sources nearby. I thought either I had a defective item, or the product was not as good as they said.
I contacted Snapstream for support, and they suggested to try a different USB port or use a powered USB hub for plugging receiver. My computer has 6 USB ports - 4 in back and 2 in front, all built on the motherboard. I was using a front USB for the measurement. After I switched to an USB port in back, everything becomes perfect. I have learned that even all being built on the same motherboard, USB ports can be different, which may provide different power levels for external devices.
Now my Firefly works great for my application, which is about 13 feet of transmission distance and with a wall (and some blocking objects as well) inbetween. Firefly remote can even perform the job of a mouse. Although it may not be as fast and convenient as a real mouse, it comes in handy for quick-and-easy controls. For the convenience the Firefly remote brings, I give it 5 stars!
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Wonderfull Oct 02, 2005
By Ted Paxton
I've had this PC remove for 1 year and I have used it everyday that I am home and I have not yet changed the remote batteries. My PC has suddenly become more entertaining and useful. With this remote, the time I spend sitting in front of the monitor is reduced.
In my 860 sq ft APT, the farthest point away from my pc is about 50 ft. The remote has always worked from anywhere in the APT thru 2 walls. I was surprised to get this much range. I have not yet found a spot from which it doesn't work. To get the best range BE SURE to position the USB RF receiver near the computer as directed.
With my PC, I'm always playing music. I also play digital video files that were either taken with my camera or were rented digitally from the Internet. I have a good graphics card with S-Video TV out. I got a 50 ft S-Video/Out cable; this connects my PC and TV which are in different rooms.
With this remote, I now can play (and control) my entire digital music collection on my home stereo (which is connected to the TV) without being at my PC or be in the same room as my PC. Also, with this remote, any video that can be played on my PC, (online streaming or local) I can watch and control it (pause, rewind, slow motion, next, FWD) on my TV.
My PC/TV has effectively become a powerful media center--Media center PC not needed.
There is so much more... with the remote, I use the mouse from far away (lying in bed or on the couch); there a numerous ways to get creative with this.
I wish the remote was lighted. Still, the keys are arranged for "touch typing" so to speak. Another negative, I've noticed that Windows Media Player sometimes crashes when video is launched from within the software that comes with the remote.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Nice product, useful toy Aug 04, 2005
By J. Jensen
"Froze in Alaska"
I wanted to convert my pc into a media center pc. After adding a tv tuner card, extra hard drive and a bigger monitor, the last piece I needed was a remote. My initial plan was to use Girder (a program that allows extensive remote programming) but after I used the beyond media program with the remote, I found it served most of my needs and was very convenient. Being somewhat lazy, I haven't messed with Girder yet, though I know it allows more control. The remote itself works great. I have had zero problems with the hardware and the fact that it is RF and not IR means that I can lay it anywhere near me, pointing any direction and still fast forward the DVD to my heart's content. There are a few small quirks but they aren't even worth mentioning. Overall I am very satisfied with my purchase of this product. Easy to use and fit the bill exactly for my wants.
10 of 12 found the following review helpful:
Great PC Remote May 19, 2004
I use this remote to control the Snapstream Beyond TV 3 application (great PVR software for live tv and recording TV shows) and the included Beyond Media Basic software (very similar to a Windows Media Center interface for viewing photos, playing music, etc). The remote works great, the button layout is very intuitive and the RF type- recevier and transmitter provides excellent range (I have tested at 40 feet through walls and it worked perfectly). On top of the that, the Snapstream website has an excellent support forum. Highly recommended!
5 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Excellent Product! Dec 23, 2004
By The Madman
Responds instantly, RF technology works very well.
Had no problem installing driver and then removing Firefly program from my startup in order to use 3rd party program Girder for better control.
Remote is pretty decent for this type of price category too...
That Streamzap IR product, in comparison, was junk.
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