HDTV, input devices for HTPC

Firestrider · 08-21-09, 12:56 AM

I'm thinking about getting a 40"+ 1080p LCD HDTV for an HTPC setup but I want to know a few things first...

How would the setup be for web browsing and word processing? I plan on sitting maximum 8 feet away from the display, and will mainly use it for gaming/movies, but I want to know this aspect as well.

What do you guys use as an input device(s) for games and general PC use? I think I would rather have a joystick than a trackball or trackpad for cursor tracking... but what is the best option? There is also an Xbox 360 controller for windows, how is this?

Wicked Klown · 08-21-09, 01:37 AM

I use a MS Elite Bluetooth mouse and keyboard combo.

Archer0915 · 08-21-09, 06:03 AM

I use mine for a do all when the other rigs are tied up. Good wireless everything and dont go cheap, the bluetooth is probably the best option.

08-21-09, 12:56 AM	Thread Starter #1
Firestrider Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Orlando, FL	HDTV, input devices for HTPC I'm thinking about getting a 40"+ 1080p LCD HDTV for an HTPC setup but I want to know a few things first... How would the setup be for web browsing and word processing? I plan on sitting maximum 8 feet away from the display, and will mainly use it for gaming/movies, but I want to know this aspect as well. What do you guys use as an input device(s) for games and general PC use? I think I would rather have a joystick than a trackball or trackpad for cursor tracking... but what is the best option? There is also an Xbox 360 controller for windows, how is this? __________________ Processor - Intel Core i7 860 Motherboard - Intel DP55WB Video - AMD Radeon HD 5750 Memory - 4x 4GB Corsair Vengeance DDR3-1600 Storage - Intel X25-V, Samsung HD103SJ Optical - Samsung SH-S203B Power - Corsair CX400 Speakers - Polk Monitor 40/60, BIC F12 Audio - ASUS Xonar DG, Denon AVR 391 Network - Intel 82578DC, Linksys WRT400N Case - Corsair Carbide 300R Cooling - Corsair H100 Operating System - Windows 7 x64 Display - Dell E248WFP, Samsung LN46C630 Keyboard/Mouse - Dell Bluetooth Wireless Misc - Apple TV 2, Apple iPad 2, Apple iPhone 4S
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08-21-09, 01:37 AM	#2
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08-21-09, 06:03 AM	#3
Archer0915 "The Expert" Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: In Nashville NC setting up a monster of a money pitt.	I use mine for a do all when the other rigs are tied up. Good wireless everything and dont go cheap, the bluetooth is probably the best option. __________________ People that buy OEM systems think Linux was a Charlie Brown character, a registry is something you see at target to buy shower gifts, RAM is a Dodge truck and a hard drive is DC at rush hour. Knowing your usage habits can help you save money and get the fastest system for you! Current Active Fleet: Daily Driver - i7@3.8, 16GB Ram, 6770 GFX Bedroom PC - SB Celerey @ 1.6, 4GB Ram Entertainment Room HTPC & Madia/File Server - 661@3.5, 4GB Ram, On Chip GFXLiving Room HTPC - E-450@1.9 GHz, 4GB Ram Game Rig - 2500K@4.5, 12GB Ram, 465GTX + 9800GT (PhysX) using intel SRT Test Bed - 3570K with various components and a TT 750w PSU HEAT
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