Re: PC remote control of Tv

[Frank Olson <Use-the-email-links@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Diane Huberty wrote:
> I recently got a new computer with Vista and Girder stopped working. I
> downloaded Girder5 Beta, supposedly "Vista-ble", but it is a nightmare
> for a non-geek. Setting up Girder3 was challenging enough. I don't want
> to deal with the lousy instructions for the beta or Girder4. Does anyone
> have suggestions for a SIMPLE program to use with my USB UIRT to control
> my television from my computer?  I am a quadriplegic and can't use a
> standard remote but can use a mouse. I have X-10 for controlling lights
> etc. from my computer and I have no need for cameras, scheduled
> automation, controlling computer programs, burglar alarms or spying on
> the neighbors. All I need is to turn the TV on and change channels using
> ny mouse. (I don't want to use my computer as a TV though. Nothing that
> riveting on that I don't want to work on my computer while watching TV.)
> Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!


I'd suggest going with a video capture card.  This has outputs that
would allow you to view and control what you watch on your TV from your
PC.  It also allows you to watch TV on your computer (but you've already
stated you don't want to do this).  :-)