X3 Control Panel and DVD Remote

[zephus]

I love to use XBMC, especially with the remote (especially when I check the weather for the blistering heat we have over here). Therefore, I am deciding to use it as my primary dash. But I have experienced a few problems: I want to get the X3 Control Panel, and as I was observing the looks of the Panel, I noticed that the LCD screen takes up most of the space above the third and fourth controller ports, which is where I hook up my DVD remote receptor. I also notice that the screen protrudes out as well, therefore making the remote protrude as well.

My question is, is there any alternative install or alternative hook up for this? I know that the panel has an IR port as well, so can you use that one instead?

One more thing, anyone using XBMC as your dash? Thanks.

 

[Shortacid]

The LCD doesn't protrude, the dongle flows with the front panel, the LCD is recessed, it will fit, you won't see much of the screen.. I put mine in controller port 2 and a controller in port 1

2 is about the best place for it, it definitely won't fit in 1

 

[tobb555]

the LCD sits flush with the panal. Abd why not just stick the remote on the second controller port. It would work fine there.

 

[zephus]

Well I really like the remote IR receptor to be in 4, but since I have no choice, might as well just put it in two. Thanks guys.

 

[Rookio]

Why not follow xbox-scenes tutorial to integrate the dongle into your control panel. That is pretty nifty in my oppinion.

 

[zephus]

Why not follow xbox-scenes tutorial to integrate the dongle into your control panel. That is pretty nifty in my oppinion.

Really? One can do that? Well, wtf am I waiting for? Thanks man. I'll find the link!