Xebec Tech HTPC Mini Bluetooth Keyboard Review

1. Introduction2. Packaging and Bundle3. Design and Ergonomics4. Performance and Conclusion5. View All Pages

At the beginning of this year we reviewed the Xebec Tech HTPC Mini Wireless Keyboard, today we are looking at the new Xebec Tech HTPC Mini Bluetooth keyboard. If you have a media center in your living room you have probably been looking for that perfect combination of wireless keyboard and mouse … because for many media applications a TV remote just doesn't cut it.

There are a few other media solutions available today, including the Xebec Tech iTouchpad Diamond Series. Unlike many other models on the market today however, the Xebec Tech HTPC Mini Bluetooth Keyboard uses a Bluetooth connection, not a 2.4 GHz wireless connection.

There are several advantages with Bluetooth, including better range and less interference problems to deal with. Obviously the system needs a Bluetooth receiver installed but this is commonplace today with a media system build.

Specifications

• 10-15m wireless range due to a Bluetooth connection.
• Simple installation procedure using an on screen pin entry system.
• Power saving On/off switch.
• 73 keys- 13 hotkeys (including 11 media hotkeys) and 11 further enhanced function keys.
• 11 media hotkeys are: www, e-mail, back, forward, previous track, next track, play/pause, stop, volume up, volume down and mute.
• 11 further enhanced function keys activated via the “fn” key.
• 6 MCE hot keys: My music, my video, my picture, my TV, my radio and DVD.
• Gestures on the touchpad include 2 finger scrolling.
• Built in and ergonomically placed rear positioned left and right click buttons.
• Weight: 170g.
• Dimensions: 163 x 121 x 28 mm.

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