Product Description
The Wireless Presenter with Laser Pointer features all of the necessities that other competitive presenters offer. This presenter has the ability to page up, page down, esc slide show, darken screen and resume screen. It also has a laser pointer button and an on/off switch. It also includes an alt tab application switch. The long-range 2.4GHz wireless technology has up to a 30 ft. range, which is ideal for a large conference room. The preset RF connection enables true plug-and-play capability; no driver is required. Stop tripping over wires and asking colleges to change the slides- this presenter is ideal for any PowerPoint presentation.
Customer Reviews:
Simple and efficient.......2007-12-21
This is all you need. It is simple and easy. Do not buy anything more complicate than that.
Works very well, but switch is annoying.......2007-12-13
This device is only good for basic operations of forward/backwards of the slides and screen blanking. It does not move the mouse around or anything. It is easier to hold than the others I have used and that is a big plus.
The switch on the side is annoying as it is hard to move and if you leave it on, the battery will run down. They should have used a slide to power on style (with an off timer after non-use).
The laser pointer works well and the shape of the device makes it easy to hold steady.
Note that if you are presenting to a live audience, the laser pointer style is perfect. If you are presenting across the internet (e.g. GoTo meeting), then the laser is worthless and you should consider the more expensive ones that let you move the mouse cursor around.
Good product.......2007-12-12
Pretty small and light. Fits well in your hand. Works perfectly. I'm completely satisfied with this purchase.
good laser pointer.......2007-12-02
Targus Wireless Presenter with Laser Pointer
It works well, powerful laser for medium size rooms/classrooms.
battery life is ok, but you have to remember to shut it off.
I suggest using rechargeable batteries.
works also to change slide on presentations and switch to different applications, though it is easy to get confused
Works great.......2007-11-30
It does exactly what the product description said it would do, and exactly what I expected it to do for the price. It doesn't do a whole lot, but it does control my PowerPoint presentations well, and that's what I bought it for. I'm happy. The laser pointer maybe could have been a bit more powerful, but it wasn't expensive, so I'm not too worried.
Product Description
The 2.4GHz of wireless technology let's you concentrate on your presentation and forget about wires and cords. The palm-sized design features a convenient, one-touch start button. Ergonomic design fits comfortably into the palm of your hand Plug and play simplicity requires no set up 2 AAA batteries provide long, reliable usage (included) Rubberized texture offers comfortable, secure grip
Amazon.com Product Description
The Kensington Wireless Presenter with Laser Pointer lets you remain in control of your presentation from anywhere in the room. Conveniently portable and easy-to-use, this wireless presenter frees you from distraction and allows you to focus on what matters most -- your presentation.
The Kensington Wireless Presenter with Laser Pointer features 2.4GHz wireless technology that delivers interference-free control of your pointer from up to 60 feet away, and a bright laser beam that ensures easy-to-see pointer visibility. This unit has a compact design with a hidden dongle as an on/off switch, a handy storage space inside the palm-sized controller for the wireless USB receiver so it never gets lost, and an ergonomic shape with a textured-rubber grip that fits comfortably in your hand for hours on end. This Kensington presenter also features fingertip control for easy use, and offers the simplicity and convenience of plug-and-play performance. This wireless presenter runs on two AAA batteries with long, reliable usage time, measures 1.75 x 0.75 x 4 inches (WxDxL), and comes with Kensington's one-year warranty.
Customer Reviews:
Great device for most use.......2007-12-21
I don't do many presentations, but this is a very useful device to help 'de-tether' yourself from your laptop. It worked fine with OpenOffice and powerpoint and had good range. (even walked out of the room/around the corner and it worked - not sure about some reports of 20feet) Basically this thing just plain works and while it doesn't have some of the fancy features, I didn't find myself wanting them.
Pros:
- Small design
- No drivers required
- USB connector fits inside device for storage
- Good range
- Runs on standard AAA batteries
- foward/reverse buttons are also great for scrolling through a document or code samples. (while still discussing them from the other side of the room)
Cons:
- Laser pointer emulating the F5 key when you don't want/need it to. (when previewing an app in IE)
- Laser pointer could be brighter (but it's not that bad really)
Great Product!.......2007-12-19
The remote worked very well and with very good range in a large meeting room. The plug and play feature is really excellent - immediate and with no fear of software or install issues when plugging in for an instantaneous presentation on any computer system. The remote could be a tad smaller but fits comfortably in the hand. The laser pointer was a bit hard to see on a very bright presentation screen but this may have been more a function of the screen that the device since it worked well in other settings.
Perfect Presenter.......2007-12-18
This presenter is just what I needed for teaching classes. It is easy to use and has a screen black out button which is great for directing participants attention to flip chart activity. The presenter is comfortable to handle and works great. Very good product for those who conduct presentations or teach classes.
Much improved.......2007-12-01
This Kensington mouse is great for presenting up to 50 feet away. It's nice that the reciever fits into the unit itself, and the laser pointer won't activate unless the reciever has been removed from the base. The best bosus is that this model works on triple A batteries vs. the previous version that took watch batteries. Good small meeting room presentation device.
Great little gadget.......2007-11-29
Bought this for my husband, he is a Professor and uses it for presentations, he loves the advancer and the laser..a great tool!
Product Description
The Microsoft Wireless Notebook Presenter 800 Bluetooth Laser Mouse lets you do more while carrying less with integrated slide presenter, laser pointer and media remote control. It is an all-in-one tool for the office, road and home. Operating System Requirements - Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista or later 2 AAA alkaline batteries required (included)
Amazon.com Product Description
Do more and carry less with the first ever notebook mouse with an integrated slide presenter, laser pointer, and media remote control. It's an all-in-one super tool for the office, road, and home--the only input device you need.
- Presentation controls
- Media remote
- Battery life indicator
- 2.4 GHz Bluetooth with First Connect technology
- High definition laser technology
- Laser pointer
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Designed for use by people on the go, the Microsoft Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000 is compact and comfortable, with a focus on convenience and mobility. Plus, it has a sleek and stylish design that looks great on any desktop in your home or office. Customizable buttons help you get quick access to the media, programs, and files you use most often, while 4-way scrolling takes advantage of Microsoft's Tilt Wheel technology, letting you scroll four ways for greater efficiency and comfort. Meanwhile, the Instant Viewer function allows you to click the scroll wheel button to instantly display your open windows. Then you just point and click to select the window you want. Another feature, the Magnifier, lets you point and click to enlarge and edit details on your screen.
The Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000's presentation controls allow you to smoothly navigate through Microsoft Office PowerPoint and other presentations from up to 30 feet away from your PC. Using the integrated Digital Ink technology, you can give your presentations more impact by highlighting vital information on screen. You can also use the device as a media remote for multimedia presentations, or to control digital entertainment from the comfort of your living room sofa.
And don't worry, thanks to a built-in battery life indicator, you won't get caught with a dead battery--the Battery Status LED Indicator glows red when the battery is running low. An on/off switch lets you turn your three-in-one device off to extend battery life even longer.
The Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000 features 2.4 GHz Bluetooth connectivity with First Connect technology that makes it easy to connect wirelessly right out of the box. This wireless mouse technology also lets you work without worrying about tangled wires. Meanwhile, high definition laser technology offers more precision, more response, and smoother tracking during use.
What's in the Box
Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000, carrying case, software CD-ROM, AAA battery, and Microsoft Mini Bluetooth Transceiver.
Customer Reviews:
Presenting an excellent mouse!.......2007-12-24
I was simply looking for a Bluetooth mouse. I found an excellent replacement for my Logitech Media Mouse. It has some different functions, but all of the multi-button functions are there and the presenter buttons on the bottom are really cool. My IT guy set up the mouse for me (thems the rules) so I do not know how it is to setup, but it works flawlessly.
I only have 2 observations (not really complaints). The first is that while this mouse has all of the whistles and bells of a desktop mouse, it is still notebook size. It is a little small for extended use. The second is that the extra buttons on the sides normally used for 'back' and 'forward' are in awkward positions.
The 'click' is smooth, the scroll is smooth and the pointer motion and positioning is precise. This is an excellent mouse.
microsoft's big hit.......2007-12-21
a really functional and elegant mouse with lots of really great features. works fine, fast and realiably and looks very classy. trully recommended peripheral.
Less than perfect, better than awful.......2007-12-13
First of all, I have to assume that Microsoft has improved the documentation since some of the earlier reviews were written, as I DID find instructions on how to use the mouse with another Bluetooth adapter, such as the one found in a notebook. What they don't tell you is that the Microsoft IntelliPoint software will not recognize such a connection so you can't use any of its special features. But you can do almost everything needed.
The mouse does work with the built-in Bluetooth of my ThinkPad T42p, but not all features are available. The mouse motion, left and right buttons and scroll wheel work, as do the presentation buttons, but the two side buttons for the magnifier and "digital ink", etc., do not. More to the point, Microsoft's software does not recognize any connection other than through their dongle, so you can't customize anything.
Contrary to a comment I read, the IntelliPoint software did NOT disable my Thinkpad's Trackpoint mouse. It did make me uninstall Logitech mouse software I had, though.
On my ThinkPad T42p, I used the ThinkPad's Bluetooth Setup Wizard, select "I want to find a specific Bluetooth device". Then put the mouse into discovery mode by pushing and holding the recessed button on the bottom until the light flashes. Click Next and have it search for devices. It will find the mouse and then find the service. You're done.
With this setup, everything (that I have tried so far) works with the exception of the side buttons and clicking the mouse wheel. The rest of the mouse functions and the presenter functions work, even blanking the screen in PowerPoint. I have not tried the media buttons, though.
Some things I like about this product:
- Nice shape for the hand
- Compact
- Good quality laser pointer
- Smooth scroll wheel with the side scrolling feature
- Handy presenter functions
Some things I don't like:
- Wobbles a bit when clicking a mouse button
- No visible indicator that it is switched on
- Software does not recognize non-MS Bluetooth
- Case is bulky and does not securely hold dongle (if you're using it.)
- Can't use mouse pointer without switching modes (my separate presentation mouse had its own directional pad plus left and right buttons.)
I was previously using a Logitech wireless (non-BT) travel mouse and a separate presentation mouse, each of which had its own dongle. I'm happy to go dongle-less with one device.
I like it.......2007-12-12
It's a mouse, it does not cook, clean or do the laundry, but it's small, easy to carry around, comes with USB BT so it can be used on more then one PC at a time. One thing that MS should look into is making the scroll wheel with some resistance, sometimes, while moving the mouse, the page would scroll, because it trigerred the scroll wheel. The good things is mouse works during Windows install, which is great! The small size will make some people dislike it, because the buttons will seem out of place, then again, some people don't like notebook keyboards or cell phones for the same reason. My suggestion is, if you don't have overly large hands, like tiny cell phones that gets lost in your pocket, then this is for you - assuming you need a small mouse to go with the small notebook.
Microsoft Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000 .......2007-10-22
Easy to install and use, better touch
than a USB Mouse, remote use works as
advertised. Highly recommend. Just be
sure to turn off after use, so the
batteries don't run down.
Product Description
The Keyspan PRUS2 - Don't start a presentation without it! This RF ( Radio Frequency ) remote works from up to 40 feet away.
Customer Reviews:
second one.......2007-12-09
Bought first in 2003, second today. Great device. I talk for a living and have to have this. Considered others but scroll wheel makes it easy, fits my hand perfectly. Doubles as mouse. Could not be easier. Everyone that sees it wants one. Have to keep an extra battery handy though (or would be 5 stars).
I love it.......2007-12-08
This works great. I have no complaints. It's easy to hold, is unobtrusive, and has features found in the more expensive products. I like that it can also simultaneously be used to control media players, so you can manage background music, as well. The "joystick" center button I found a little difficult to use for precise motion. It comes with a nice little carrying bag, with a separate pocket to store the USB device.
When clients use it, they want one for themselves.......2007-11-29
We frequently send the Keyspan remote out on sales presentations or for production use in large shows. Often as not, once our clients see and use the remote, they want to keep it.
One star subtracted for a slightly confusing interface and no media mode support on the Mac; otherwise a nearly-perfect unit.
Presentation remote.......2007-11-15
The product works as advertised, like a charm. Delivery was earlier than projected. All around I am very satisfied.
Excellent presentation tool.......2007-10-19
In my work I do media presentations from my laptop several times per day. With the Keystone remote I can sit with the client at a distance and still both operate the laptop and control the presentations. It took some practice to be able to operate it in "mouse" mode accurately. But within an hour or so I could do anything I can do with a regular mouse. I'm very satisfied with this product.
Product Description
With a built-in laser pointer and trackball mouse, the Wireless Multimedia Presenter is ideal for doing presentations from your notebook. Features 2.4 GHz wireless technology. Includes USB receiver (detachable from lanyard), 2 AAA batteries, 3" USB extension cable and user's guide.
Customer Reviews:
Nice Device 4.5 Stars.......2007-09-11
This is very well designed device. I bought it when I integrated our computer to our home theater center and needed a replacement for the mouse. This was perfect for this use.
I'd suggest that anyone who buys this change their computer's mouse settings. This can be done on Windows PCs (don't know about vista) by going to control panel and selecting either "Mouse" or "Printers and Other Hardware" then Mouse (depending on your version and setup). From there you have many options depending on your particular needs.
I chose to slow down the pointer speed for smoother movement. Another useful change I made was Enabling "ClickLock"; this allows you to drag without having to use both hands by holding the mouse button down for a length of time you can choose and clicking again to release.
Pros:
Does everything it says. Fully functional mouse; PowerPoint Presenter; Basic Multimedia Buttons.
The roller-ball gets smoother with use.
It has very good reception; worked through walls all around the house.
The laser drives my wife's cats crazy.
Cons:
Like others have mentioned, the volume up and down buttons seem backwards but it doesn't take long to get used to.
The only real issue I have is that the buttons don't seem to be programmable. I considered returning it for this reason alone, but none of the other presenters I looked at were as functional as this one so it stays.
I hope this helped.
Must have for presenters.......2007-07-08
Very nice product, works as advertised, the left & right buttons should be have been at the bottom. The laser trigger make is feel like a gun. Setup was easy, if you read the 4 page manual.
Wireless Multimedia Mouse.......2007-06-20
Used this item giving some power point lectures and really liked it. Had just got new computer hooked up to large flat screen TV and the wireless mouse that came with the computer had to be used on the couch, not optimal. The Targus is a slight improvement. The thumb trackball takes some getting used to. The unit doesn't have a time-out or standby function like my other mouse, so you have to remember to turn it off. It eats batteries. The volume control is counter intuitive (Volume up is the left mouse click?) All in all, a useful item.
Great for the Lazy Web Surfer.......2007-05-09
I bought this primarily so I could sit back away from my monitor, lean back in my chair, and still surf the web. To that end, it works great. The battery life is a little short, but that's a minor issue. My only suggestion is to be sure to follow the directions about linking the transmitter and receiver when you first hook it up, and again anytime you change the batteries. As long as you do that the connection is a snap. It doesn't do a lot of things, but what it does, it does really well.
Excellent all-round presentation gear.......2007-02-06
I have extensively used other presenters from other reputed brands, but many of them lacked the complete functionality. This piece comes with a mouse built-in which really helps in controlling the presentation. Would highly recommend this to anyone who lives his work life doing presentations.
Product Description
Gear Head manufactures, engineers, imports, markets, tests and supports a comprehensive line of high quality computer solutions. Gear Head offers high quality products and cutting edge technology for today's consumer.PRODUCT FEATURES:Optical Wireless Mouse;Integrated Laser Pointer;Wireless Optical Presenter;Remote Scrolling Trackball.
Customer Reviews:
I was surprised. .......2007-11-05
Despite looking and Feeling a bit cheap when I first pulled this presenter out of the package, I was pleasently surprised. This presenter installed without a glitch and has been flawless in working.
I am not sure that I trust the distance of - Up to 50 feet - but if you can stay well under that distance it seems ok. (I had to actually point toward the reciever when I was about 40+ feet away)
The Roller ball is pretty useless when you are using the presenter as a mouse. It is hyper-sensitive. I did not understand why this was the case until I used the ball with my thumb in presenter mode. I really only use the ball when in presenter mode anyhow and it is easy to master. The ball is obviously "tuned" to be used only in presenter mode - but when else would you need it????
I use this product in presentations 1-3 times a week and have had a great experience.
The only thing I would change on this product is - it would be nice to have a rubberized finish on it and a bit "beefier" feel to it. Other than that - 5 stars...
KC
Great value, works well........2007-09-11
Nice piece of hardware.
2 modes of operation:
Mouse mode: when on flat surface, trackball acts like scroll wheel and standard 2 mouse buttons.
Presenter mode: Laser pointer enabled, 2 extra mouse buttons are available under mouse.
Works fine on XP, although administrator access is needed to get the extra 2 buttons under the mouse recognized. Also works on Linux (Ubuntu) in both mouse and presentation mode, but I haven't gotten into XF86Config or whatever it's called now to get the extra buttons enabled.
Also, it's a little narrower than most desktop mice so it fits my hand better.
Limiting to 4 stars because I've only been using it for one week.
Well thought-out and recommended -- 4.5 stars really.......2007-07-11
I've waited to review this product until after having it for over a month and using it for a presentation. In a nutshell, it is a good product and worth the money. It is very satisfactory as an optical mouse (its main usage) and was very good as a remote presenter.
Cons:
- as noted, trackball is a little touchy, which means you need to monitor your hand waving while presenting -- but I think this would occur with any trackball device, and would only be avoided by getting a remote presenter with a joystick-type point device. It was not a problem for me.
- the USB receiver blinks as it receives input: this could be distracting if your computer's USB port is within sight of your audience. However, I used the included pouch to block the USB receiver's blinking from my audience and it looked fine while solving that issue
- the programmable 3rd button could have more features: in particular, the "magic" program list option would be more useful if one could assign its programs.
- I have more success with the USB receiver directly into my computer (perfect mouse recognition) than my other setup, which is USB receiver into cradle into USB hub into computer's USB port. This may have to do with my hub, and is merely occasionally annoying (the mouse not moving exactly as I expect it should), not problematic.
- installing the drivers seemed to affect, in my case, my laptop's touchpad driver. I lost the ability to change my touchpad tapping and scroll-area prefs -- I haven't played around with this, though, and it may be solvable.
Pros:
- the previous reviewer's rejoinder to the first reviewer is true: there is adequate programability of the 3rd, 4th, and 5th buttons.
- the mouse automatically switches from mouse to presenter mode using a sensor on the bottom -- nicely thought out
- the mouse seems to automatically lower mouse-sensing activity, probably to reserve battery life
- battery life looks to be good in the month i've had it: 4 full days of mouse work at a time without the low-batter indicator coming on
- good weight in your hand when presenting: this could have been a problem with a mouse-and-presenter device, but with this product it is not.
- pouch is nice and fits the mouse, charging cord, and USB receiver
- 4th and 5th buttons are great for presenting: the buttom-programming-options include good ones, including forward, back, up, down, switch application (it looks to scroll through the app list you get in XP by Alt+Tab), screen saver -- these are all useful for presenting
- comfortable in hand in mouse role or presenter role
In sum, I was pleasantly surprised by this device. I recommend the product.
Nearly perfect.......2007-04-15
I bought this to replace the Gyration wireless mouse I had been using with a Media Center PC. The GearHead mouse is a MUCH better product... The multi-function, programmable buttons are well-placed & responsive, and the laser pointer is a nice bonus. All in all, it's a great wireless mouse, and worth the price--if you need the extras.
A previous reviewer suggested the functions of the right & left buttons can't be switched for left-handed use; they can. Using the Mouse Properties, you can select: "Switch primary & secondary buttons." The same reviewer suggested that you can't click/hold/drag; you can. On the same Mouse Properties dialog box, you can select: "ClickLock," and you can adjust the click/hold settings to your liking.
I gave it 5 stars, but it's more like 4.5 - the trackball isn't as precise as I'd like, and I would have liked more options for each button, but compared to all the other similar products, this one is by far the best.
Presenter's Programablility Falls Short.......2007-03-29
I ordered this wireless presenter as it is one of the few presenters with an omni-directional mouse (in this case a mediocre trackball, which is not very precise as compared to a regular mouse) that has programmable buttons. The options to what you can program the buttons to do is quite limited for my purposes:
1. The left and right click buttons (two large ones on the top of the mouse on either side of the trackball) cannot be reassigned at all. Not so good for left handers.
2. The other three buttons, one on the top of the mouse below the trackball and the other two buttons on the underside of the mouse (good design placement) can only be mapped to one of ten different options.
This would be fine if the options were more useful however they were lacking several key options (in my opinion):
A) left click or right click can NOT be assigned to any of the programmable buttons.
B) click and hold/click and drag can NOT be assigned to any of the programmable buttons.
These limitations make it nearly impossible to click and drag, or move the mouse with either the right or left buttons held down -which I personally need for a variety of applications. If the programmability of the buttons is a key selling point for you I would recommend you download the manual, which is available from the Gear Head website, and read the section on what actions can be programmed to make sure that it will accommodate your specific needs.
On the plus side: of the three different brands of wireless presenters with omni-directional mouse capabilities I have tried this one was the most responsive.
Product Description
2.4GHz of wireless technology let's you concentrate on your presentation and forget about wires and cords. Palm-sized design features a convenient, one-touch start button.PRODUCT FEATURES:2.4GHz wireless technology delivers worry-free roaming;Control presentations from anywhere in the room - up to 50 feet away;Wireless receiver stows inside controller body for carrying convenience;Intuitive 4-button design features one-touch start;Fingertip control for easier, simple use;Ergonomic design fits comfortably into the palm;Plug and play simplicity;Rubberized texture offers comfortable, secure grip and touch.
Amazon.com Product Description
The Kensington Wireless Presenter lets you remain in control of your presentation from anywhere in the room. Conveniently portable and easy-to-use, this wireless presenter frees you from distraction and allows you to focus on what matters most -- your presentation.
The Kensington Wireless Presenter features 2.4GHz wireless technology that delivers interference-free control of your pointer from up to 60 feet away, and an intuitive four-button design with one-touch start functionality. This unit has a compact, ergonomic design with a rubberized texture that offers a comfortable and secure grip, and a handy storage space inside the palm-sized controller for the wireless USB receiver so it never gets lost. This Kensington presenter also features fingertip control for easy use, and is plug-and-play for simplicity without requiring setup. This wireless presenter runs on two AAA batteries with long, reliable usage time, and is backed by Kensington's one-year warranty.
Customer Reviews:
Great remote!.......2007-03-12
This is a great remote! I left my Keyspan Remote at a presentation in St. Louis and was devasted. I searched the net and, decided to give this little remote a chance. It's great. The USB fits inside the remote when I am not using it which is quite handy. Plus this little feature also ensures the remote is turned off. My Keyspan never did seem to turn off on its own. This remote takes AAA batteries which is also quite convenient and cost effective. But the best part is - it works great. I really like it better than my Keyspan. It has a "blackout" feature which is great for switching between my PowerPoint presentation and writing on the white board. If you are in the market for a new remote but don't need a lot of fancy features - this is the one to try.
Product Description
The Targus Wireless Remote Presenter is a 3-in-1-presentation tool for laptop computer users. The Presenter allows you to wirelessly control your presentation from distances up to 33 feet. Also, an integrated laser pointer and full function mouse empowers you with maximum control and flexibility during presentations. Change slides in a presentation without having to be next to your computer or waving hand signals across the room to a colleague changing slides for you.The Targus Wireless Remote Presenter is a true plug-and-play device that requires no drivers or special presentation software.
Customer Reviews:
Its okie for the price.......2007-12-30
When i got this mouse, it took me almost an hour to make this mouse work in my Windows XP environment. The document is insufficient (both on the box and website) as it does not explain how to configure the mouse for the first time when the receiver is plugged into the system. there is a tiny reset button on the receiver which needs to reset after pluging this device to the system for the first so that it recognizes the wireless mouse and this button is not easily noticeable for the first time unless you thoroughly look into it. The lack of documention from targus pissed me of as i have to google the information for almost an hour. I believe lack of proper documentation is the reason i find lot of people are not able to configure this device for the first time and they have to return it back. otherwise i did not have any problems as other reviewers and i have been using this for few days at home and work without any problem.
Good Wireless Optical Mouse at a GREAT Price!.......2007-11-23
I just got this mouse as part of a "notebook essentials" kit, and it's proven to be a fine value for the money. A few things:
**The size is great for travel... maybe it's too small if you have large fingers, or too heavy if you're a 98 lb. weakling... for everyone else, it's fine.
Easy of use and the movement is as smooth as my corded infrared mouse at home (granted, I've never used it further away from my laptop than about 2 feet).
The blinking blue light on the USB part is a little annoying, but you will know for sure your connected
**The sleep mode is great... if you click on a button, it comes to life immediately. My guess is the earlier reviewer with the problem had an older laptop.
The earlier reviewer was incorrect, this mouse is totally plug-and-play and you can plug it in whenever you like, before powering up, in the middle of working on something... whatever. Note if you find it not plug and play, you seriously need some Windows updates.
The buttons and scroll wheel work perfectly.
Here's the bottom line: upon seeing it in action and finding out the price, two of my friends went out and bought one. It's not perfect, but it's great for the price.
Given up with Targus.......2007-11-17
My first one lasted a few months before it stopped working. The manufacturer replaced it and the next one lasted about ten months but it has now died on me. I wasn't dropped and only used once a week. So the quality is very poor in my experience.
Save your money..........2007-10-30
The only time this presenter worked was when I was standing beside my computer. As a school teacher, that is not an option. I also found the buttons to be extremely confusing and the enclosed manual was absolutely NO help at all.
Great quality and build!.......2007-09-18
Great quality and build. Has survived numerous drops on the floor, recharging works perfectly, good precision, the on/off switch is also really useful. I'll never buy Logitech again.
Product Description
Conveniently portable and easy-to-use, the Microsoft Wireless Presenter 3000 frees you from distraction and allows you to focus on what matters most. Built-in 2.4 GHz of wireless technology let's you concentrate on your presentation and forget about wires and cords. Its bright laser beam is easy to use and track and enables you to control your presentation from anywhere in the room, even up to 50 feet away. LCD display, built-in laser pointer, mouse emulation Certified for Windows Vista devices Operating System - Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows XP Media Center Edition and Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
Customer Reviews:
Frustrated.......2007-11-28
DO NOT PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT!
This product worked once, when I initially installed it. Before I could actually deliver the presentation, it stopped working and has not worked since. Have not been able to get it to work using any of the ideas on the discussion board. I regret not having researched it before making the purchase. I now see that many, many people have had similar experiences. Obviously microsoft knows of the problem. They just lost me as a customer, not only for this, but for anything branded microsoft that I can avoid.
Microsoft quality?.......2007-11-04
I bought this presenter to use while teaching. It never worked from the first moment I got it. The accompanying instructions gave no hint as to what to do, other than the old Microsoft - reinstall and reboot both the sending and receiving units. That didn't work. Sent it back to the supplier and never heard from them again, let alone a refund.
Went to the store, bought a Kensington combination mouse and presenter, and it worki9ed instantly I plugged it in. Didn't have to do a thing. It is excellent.
Don't buy the Microsoft presenter. I looked all over the nte AFTER buying it, and found nothing but bad reviews and discussions about quality issues.
Something is wrong with it.......2007-11-02
It worked when I tested, after this it the only thing that continues working was the laser pointer. I tried to use it with different computers and it did not work either. The main problem is that Microsoft does not provide any help to troubleshoot it.
I was looking for help in the net and the only thing I found were hundreds of users with the same problem but no solution.
USB and handheld must be synched.......2007-10-05
I saw where many had stomped on or tossed out the Presenter 3000 and I was about to join their ranks. Changed out the batteries, only the laser worked,imminently patient husband of mine grew impatient, etc. Then I read about the synching process, from someone in the discussion board, and tried it. Voila. Worked on both computers and worked without re-synching. Then I noticed the "instructions" for such are actually under "Troubleshooting," but it wasn't clear what to do until after I had done it. So, first push the USB button at the top once it's plugged in. I held it on push. Then, push (and hold) the little button on the back of the device. Green lights should flash and you are good to go.
Comparison MS Presenter 3000 - Logitech Cordless Presenter.......2007-10-01
I am a lecturer who likes to move around freely, i.e. up to a good five meters away from my laptop. I first bought an MS Presenter 3000, without consulting any rewiews, I stumbled over it in the store and on the package a suitable range was promised. I found myself restricted to about 1.5 meters around the laptop for reliable use. I nevertheless used it for some time but got annoyed more and more. I found out that I am not the only person having troubles with this device. So I did not even gave the MS Presenter a second try through replacement, but - before bringing it back for cash refund, to be able to make a 1:1 comparison - I bought a Logitech Cordless 2.4 GHz Presenter for about double the price. It was worth it. With the same batteries, the Logitech Presenter has a reliable range of at least 10 meters.
Product Description
Ideal for working on the road and making wireless presentations from your notebook, the Wireless Optical Mouse/Pointer/Presenter is compact and easy to use. It features built-in hot keys for the Internet as well as ESC and ALT-TAB controls. Includes USB receiver/charger base, 2 AAA rechargeable batteries, a carrying pouch and a user's guide.
Customer Reviews:
Its okie for the price.......2007-12-30
When i got this mouse, it took me almost an hour to make this mouse work in my Windows XP environment. The document is insufficient (both on the box and website) as it does not explain how to configure the mouse for the first time when the receiver is plugged into the system. there is a tiny reset button on the receiver which needs to reset after pluging this device to the system for the first so that it recognizes the wireless mouse and this button is not easily noticeable for the first time unless you thoroughly look into it. The lack of documention from targus pissed me of as i have to google the information for almost an hour. I believe lack of proper documentation is the reason i find lot of people are not able to configure this device for the first time and they have to return it back. otherwise i did not have any problems as other reviewers and i have been using this for few days at home and work without any problem.
Good Wireless Optical Mouse at a GREAT Price!.......2007-11-23
I just got this mouse as part of a "notebook essentials" kit, and it's proven to be a fine value for the money. A few things:
**The size is great for travel... maybe it's too small if you have large fingers, or too heavy if you're a 98 lb. weakling... for everyone else, it's fine.
Easy of use and the movement is as smooth as my corded infrared mouse at home (granted, I've never used it further away from my laptop than about 2 feet).
The blinking blue light on the USB part is a little annoying, but you will know for sure your connected
**The sleep mode is great... if you click on a button, it comes to life immediately. My guess is the earlier reviewer with the problem had an older laptop.
The earlier reviewer was incorrect, this mouse is totally plug-and-play and you can plug it in whenever you like, before powering up, in the middle of working on something... whatever. Note if you find it not plug and play, you seriously need some Windows updates.
The buttons and scroll wheel work perfectly.
Here's the bottom line: upon seeing it in action and finding out the price, two of my friends went out and bought one. It's not perfect, but it's great for the price.
Given up with Targus.......2007-11-17
My first one lasted a few months before it stopped working. The manufacturer replaced it and the next one lasted about ten months but it has now died on me. I wasn't dropped and only used once a week. So the quality is very poor in my experience.
Save your money..........2007-10-30
The only time this presenter worked was when I was standing beside my computer. As a school teacher, that is not an option. I also found the buttons to be extremely confusing and the enclosed manual was absolutely NO help at all.
Great quality and build!.......2007-09-18
Great quality and build. Has survived numerous drops on the floor, recharging works perfectly, good precision, the on/off switch is also really useful. I'll never buy Logitech again.
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