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crpngdth2001:
I was doing more planning on my cabinet and was trying to decide on having or not having a keyboard drawer.

I think I'm leaning towards not putting one in to simplify construction and for aesthetics. Has anyone used a wireless setup similar to the one below and gotten decent range? I'm concerned whether or not plugging the dongle into the rear usb on the PC, and having that encased by the MDF cabinet might kill the signal.

Would I at least be able to stand in front of the cabinet with this thing and be able to use it?

http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?productID=11715&ta=detail_img&pi=Y&st=8

RyoriNoTetsujin:
You know, if you're really worried about signal, you could get a USB extension cord (6 ft.) and run it up the inside of the cab.  Then you could conceal the dongle behind the monitor bezel, or behind the marquee, or outside the cab (like on top or on the back where nobody looks,) whichever works best and is out of eyesight.

Of course, that's your call.  My cheapo wired  keyboard is concealed... behind the coin door~!  ;D

Crowquill:
I think the thing coolest about this thing is the mouse stick. I've not seen one made quite like that.

I wouldn't think signal would be a problem. Probably the only issue would be if you're using something with a LOT of metal like a candy cab. Since most people on here have cabinets built entirely out of MDF or plywood, I wouldn't think it would be an issue. All-in-all I think my computer desk has more metal than my cab with a metal CP.

DrumAnBass:
Yah I use a cheap wireless keyboard and mouse for my cab; which works great. Best $20 I have ever spent...!

But that keyboard mounted joystick is awesome! Good find!!

crpngdth2001:
Yea, that's what caught my eye too - the mouse joystick and buttons on the keyboard. I could hang this tiny thing on the back or stuff it behind a coin door, or shove it in my desk drawer until I need it. Dont burn any PS/2 ports on the PC in case I use a mouse or keyboard hack that needs them for the trackball or something.

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