Got Apple BT Keyboard working on .51

[dillera]

Don't know if it requires .51, but that is what I have.

Simple to do.

Entry here:
http://www.dillernet.com/apple/

the the short version is so simple..... (you don't need the btkeyboard plugin)

put keyboard in to pairing mode
$ gainroot
# hidd -n --search

that's all- it should connect and work.

[aflegg]

Can't seem to comment on your blog as I get a 404, however the "Return opens/closes the virtual keyboard" affects other Bluetooth keyboards as well.

It seems that to ensure the app detects the change in input method, it must receive some prodding. I find the easiest way is to just tap on the Applications menu on the left-hand side of the screen: when I return to, say XTerm, return on the keyboard now works correctly.

HTH,

Andrew

[Mike Cane]

Wow, this info might come in *very* handy for me. Thanks!

My Chinese BT KB arrived!

http://www.internettablettalk.com/forums/showthread.php?p=6793#post6793

[dillera]

That is so wierd, no matter what I do I can't get that post on my blog about the apple keyboard to work in the 'archive' or comments mode... something screwy with WordPress 2.0- that's what I get for moving to it this soon.

[tjb]

I've not had any luck on the 770 getting my keyboard to work. Using the same steps on my FC4 desktop system, it works exactly as you say. On the 770, I get prompted for a passcode for the connecting "phone". Did you change any config files at all? I'm running the .51 image.

[Beastmaster]

Very nice. This is a great use for a keyboard that I sunsetted!