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post #1 of 8
11/2/12 at 1:58pm
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Hi, I'm looking for a wireless device, i.e. a remote control, that will allow me to change the system volume. For example, I want to change volume whilst sitting back in bed and listening to music without having to get up and change it at the PC.

I have looked around but can't seem to find anything that will do this, apart from various smartphone apps which isn't really what I want.

A simple Bluetooth remote control would be great.
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post #2 of 8
11/2/12 at 2:02pm
It would be more a remote control for the audio system rather than the PC.
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post #3 of 8
11/2/12 at 2:03pm
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I'm using a pair of headphones that don't have any inline volume control so the only way to change volume is to use the windows mixer.

You can get the small wireless mini multimedia keyboards, but it seems like a large item for just changing the volume.

Edit: found this nice cheap little remote, should be more than good enough for my needs

http://www.amazon.co.uk/NEEWER-USB-REMOTE-CONTROL-LAPTOP/dp/B005XRF62W/ref=lh_ni_t
Edited by Outcasst - 11/2/12 at 2:16pm
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11/2/12 at 8:09pm
Even better, might get that myself.
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post #5 of 8
11/6/12 at 1:03am
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Hi, I'm looking for a wireless device, i.e. a remote control, that will allow me to change the system volume. For example, I want to change volume whilst sitting back in bed and listening to music without having to get up and change it at the PC.
I have looked around but can't seem to find anything that will do this, apart from various smartphone apps which isn't really what I want.
A simple Bluetooth remote control would be great.
I know where you can get one,a PC remote-control,but i'm afraid that i can't give u a link cause i'm not sure that i have the right
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11/6/12 at 1:12am
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I like this one:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA07Y08D2206

I am actually thinking of getting one for a future HTPC build. Even has a small keyboard. and touchpad for mouse movement.
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11/6/12 at 1:26am
I think this is more of what your looking for.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826641002 thumb.gif
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post #8 of 8
4/9/13 at 10:14am
This can do everything, love it!
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Originally Posted by Outcasst View Post

I'm using a pair of headphones that don't have any inline volume control so the only way to change volume is to use the windows mixer.

You can get the small wireless mini multimedia keyboards, but it seems like a large item for just changing the volume.

Edit: found this nice cheap little remote, should be more than good enough for my needs

http://www.amazon.co.uk/NEEWER-USB-REMOTE-CONTROL-LAPTOP/dp/B005XRF62W/ref=lh_ni_t
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