Sudo irrecord -d /dev/usb/hiddev1 -H macmini /etc/lirc/nf If you don't have an Apple Remote A1294 (look under the battery for the model number) you must create a file with You will need to run the irrecord step below and won't be able to use the config I posted.Įdit /etc/conf.d/nf NOTE: the DEVICE name can differ. The IR driver is called macmini if using a different IR device find out the driver name and replace macmini. This is how to install the Apple Remote (A1294) on a Macbook under Archlinux. Please add information or correct uncertain data which is marked with a ? FLIRC can also be used to adapt the Apple Remote for just about anything that accepts navigation via a USB keyboard.Īpple Remote Button Translations (for use in keymap.xml):īuttons IDs only available on ATV (>2.3) through 'Learned Remote' featureįor details make sure to check the keymapping file in GIT 1.3 Apple TV 2 controls See also: Archive:Alternative_keymaps_for_Apple_remote.Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to an iMac, MacBook, MacPro (or even a Windows PC) without built-in infrared receiver:.Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to a computer:.Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Linux:.

Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Windows/Bootcamp:.1.1 Using the Apple remote on other computersġ.1 Using the Apple remote on other computers.

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