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Anyone using a Remotek BT Controller with MRA ?

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  • Nick Carthewundefined Nick Carthew

    @Kenny-1 Yes, that's a simple question to answer. The B8J was the only option when I purchased it, the H1 was still on the drawing board 😀

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    @Nick-Carthew I have ordered the B8J. I like the xtra function button.

    BMW 800GS, Samsung Tab3 Active
    Carpe Iter rally support arms w Brodit on Ram.
    MRA many years and now with Next
    BV9700 Pro Android Rugged phone and TTR for backup.
    Carpe diem !

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    • Kenny 1undefined Kenny 1

      @Nick-Carthew I have ordered the B8J. I like the xtra function button.

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      Hi @Kenny-1 sorry looks like I missed the boat on this one
      Other controllers may be superior but there is absolutely nothing wrong with the Remotek,
      it does exactly what it says on the tin.
      It is extremely compact which was the main reason I chose it,
      other controllers fit fine on massive adventure buses but on a sports bike there is just not the space in the cockpit area.

      All the functions on the Remotek work as implemented & one function I find especially useful is its ability to toggle between multiple map/navigations apps.
      I can have MRA running as my main navigation app & in the background also be running Osmand, a quick click & I can switch between apps.
      I find this is especially useful when trying to locate petrol stations as the implementation of this feature still needs quite a bit of work in MRA.

      The only feature I really miss on the Remotek is the ability to Skip points.I don't believe this is an issue with the Remotek itself but rather that the controller profile within MRA omits this functionality. I don't believe it would take much for this to be implemented, I could be wrong but have not been able to get any interest or response to that idea

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      • Brian McGundefined Brian McG

        Hi @Kenny-1 sorry looks like I missed the boat on this one
        Other controllers may be superior but there is absolutely nothing wrong with the Remotek,
        it does exactly what it says on the tin.
        It is extremely compact which was the main reason I chose it,
        other controllers fit fine on massive adventure buses but on a sports bike there is just not the space in the cockpit area.

        All the functions on the Remotek work as implemented & one function I find especially useful is its ability to toggle between multiple map/navigations apps.
        I can have MRA running as my main navigation app & in the background also be running Osmand, a quick click & I can switch between apps.
        I find this is especially useful when trying to locate petrol stations as the implementation of this feature still needs quite a bit of work in MRA.

        The only feature I really miss on the Remotek is the ability to Skip points.I don't believe this is an issue with the Remotek itself but rather that the controller profile within MRA omits this functionality. I don't believe it would take much for this to be implemented, I could be wrong but have not been able to get any interest or response to that idea

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        #13

        @Brian-McG Hi Brian, Thanks for jumping in with your comments. It's better to be later than never. I can absolutely appreciate you wanting a smaller controller like the Remotek on a sport bike and comparably the SilverFox is pretty chunky and robust as it was developed with the GS and other adventure bikes as the target group of which I belong. I have a BMW 800GS. My handlebars sometimes take a pretty good trashing in the bush so I always say if it works for you, then it's good for you.

        BMW 800GS, Samsung Tab3 Active
        Carpe Iter rally support arms w Brodit on Ram.
        MRA many years and now with Next
        BV9700 Pro Android Rugged phone and TTR for backup.
        Carpe diem !

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        • Brian McGundefined Brian McG

          Hi @Kenny-1 sorry looks like I missed the boat on this one
          Other controllers may be superior but there is absolutely nothing wrong with the Remotek,
          it does exactly what it says on the tin.
          It is extremely compact which was the main reason I chose it,
          other controllers fit fine on massive adventure buses but on a sports bike there is just not the space in the cockpit area.

          All the functions on the Remotek work as implemented & one function I find especially useful is its ability to toggle between multiple map/navigations apps.
          I can have MRA running as my main navigation app & in the background also be running Osmand, a quick click & I can switch between apps.
          I find this is especially useful when trying to locate petrol stations as the implementation of this feature still needs quite a bit of work in MRA.

          The only feature I really miss on the Remotek is the ability to Skip points.I don't believe this is an issue with the Remotek itself but rather that the controller profile within MRA omits this functionality. I don't believe it would take much for this to be implemented, I could be wrong but have not been able to get any interest or response to that idea

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          wrote on last edited by
          #14

          @Brian-McG said in Anyone using a Remotek BT Controller with MRA ?:

          The only feature I really miss on the Remotek is the ability to Skip points.I don't believe this is an issue with the Remotek itself but rather that the controller profile within MRA omits this functionality. I don't believe it would take much for this to be implemented, I could be wrong but have not been able to get any interest or response to that idea

          Ii is possible by doubleclick up arrow (as I remember) - menu appears, then select skip next waypoint option and done. Not by one click but possible on Android phone.
          By the way, is there any chance to get more then pan and zoom on Iphone?

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          • Kenny 1undefined Kenny 1

            A few months ago this question was asked by someone using iOS and they were directed to a SilverFox product. There is a significant price difference between the 2 brands and the Remotek sure looks to be up to the task for my purpose with an Android device. Any wisdom on the brand ?

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            wrote on last edited by Hubert Thoring
            #15

            @Kenny-1

            Hereby s. Picture, it's going very well now, that's all I need, that in the clean iOS entire MRA application.

            Remotek- One comes from off-road use and is very stable. The built-in battery lasts several years 👉

            BT coupling:

            Remotek One and MRA

            In the MRA setting input standard

            iOS Remotek One keyboard.

            It is imperative to set the iOS accessibility / keyboard control to "OFF".

            Then it goes in MRA error-free with the navigation or on the normal maps very well.

            Function:

            Map right, left, top, bottom

            "-/+ Zoom

            —————-

            Hiermit s. Bild, geht es jetzt sehr sehr gut, mehr brauche ich nicht, das in der sauberen iOS gesamten MRA Anwendung.

            Remotek- One kommt aus dem Geländeeinsatz und ist sehr stabil ausgeführt. Die verbaute Batterie hält mehrere Jahre 👉

            BT Kopplung:

            Remotek One und MRA

            In der MRA Einstellung Eingabe Standart

            iOS Remotek One Tastatur.

            Dabei ist es zwingend notwendig die iOS Bedienungshilfe / Tastatursteuerung auf „AUS“ zu stellen.

            Dann geht es in MRA fehlerfrei bei der Navigation oder auf bei den normalen Karten sehr gut.

            Funktion:

            Karte rechts, links, oben, unten
            „-/+ Zoomen

            IMG_7938.jpeg

            IMG_7939.jpeg

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            • Hubert Thoringundefined Hubert Thoring

              @Kenny-1

              Hereby s. Picture, it's going very well now, that's all I need, that in the clean iOS entire MRA application.

              Remotek- One comes from off-road use and is very stable. The built-in battery lasts several years 👉

              BT coupling:

              Remotek One and MRA

              In the MRA setting input standard

              iOS Remotek One keyboard.

              It is imperative to set the iOS accessibility / keyboard control to "OFF".

              Then it goes in MRA error-free with the navigation or on the normal maps very well.

              Function:

              Map right, left, top, bottom

              "-/+ Zoom

              —————-

              Hiermit s. Bild, geht es jetzt sehr sehr gut, mehr brauche ich nicht, das in der sauberen iOS gesamten MRA Anwendung.

              Remotek- One kommt aus dem Geländeeinsatz und ist sehr stabil ausgeführt. Die verbaute Batterie hält mehrere Jahre 👉

              BT Kopplung:

              Remotek One und MRA

              In der MRA Einstellung Eingabe Standart

              iOS Remotek One Tastatur.

              Dabei ist es zwingend notwendig die iOS Bedienungshilfe / Tastatursteuerung auf „AUS“ zu stellen.

              Dann geht es in MRA fehlerfrei bei der Navigation oder auf bei den normalen Karten sehr gut.

              Funktion:

              Karte rechts, links, oben, unten
              „-/+ Zoomen

              IMG_7938.jpeg

              IMG_7939.jpeg

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              Jörgen
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              wrote on last edited by
              #16

              @Hubert-Thoring is there nothing more with the Remotek, like "skip waypoint" "open menu"? Barbuttons and Motorbuttons can.

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              • Jörgenundefined Jörgen

                @Hubert-Thoring is there nothing more with the Remotek, like "skip waypoint" "open menu"? Barbuttons and Motorbuttons can.

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                Developer
                wrote on last edited by
                #17

                @Jörgen double click the right button will skip a waypoint 🙂
                https://support.myrouteapp.com/en/support/solutions/articles/12000100670-bluetooth-controllers

                It does contain a small mistake I see. The skip waypoint is missing (it says start navigation but that is true only for map home screen)

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                  #18

                  @Corjan-Meijerink None of the linked pages from the controller overview works for me.

                  a116aab7-c7d2-45c2-9bbb-80e2dfe2b054-image.png

                  e.g. https://myrouteapp.freshdesk.com/nl/support/solutions/articles/12000100670

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                  Oukitel RT3 (Andr. 12)
                  Samsung Galaxy XCover 4 (Andr. 9 Pie)
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                  • Jörgenundefined Jörgen

                    @Corjan-Meijerink None of the linked pages from the controller overview works for me.

                    a116aab7-c7d2-45c2-9bbb-80e2dfe2b054-image.png

                    e.g. https://myrouteapp.freshdesk.com/nl/support/solutions/articles/12000100670

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                    Kenny 1
                    wrote on last edited by Kenny 1
                    #19

                    So this is what it looks like when your post is hijacked and morphed into a sidebar discussion that is completely off the original topic. I was going so well for the first 10 or so responses. 🙄

                    BMW 800GS, Samsung Tab3 Active
                    Carpe Iter rally support arms w Brodit on Ram.
                    MRA many years and now with Next
                    BV9700 Pro Android Rugged phone and TTR for backup.
                    Carpe diem !

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                    • Kenny 1undefined Kenny 1

                      So this is what it looks like when your post is hijacked and morphed into a sidebar discussion that is completely off the original topic. I was going so well for the first 10 or so responses. 🙄

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                      #20

                      @Kenny-1 We're still discussing the Remotek and the possibilities with it 😉 Seems on topic to be fair.

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                      • Corjan Meijerinkundefined Corjan Meijerink

                        @Kenny-1 We're still discussing the Remotek and the possibilities with it 😉 Seems on topic to be fair.

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                        #21

                        @Corjan-Meijerink I'm just a guest here but it seems if you want to continue deeper technical aspects of a product rather than user experience than a new topic should/ could be started or an older one picked back up imho.

                        BMW 800GS, Samsung Tab3 Active
                        Carpe Iter rally support arms w Brodit on Ram.
                        MRA many years and now with Next
                        BV9700 Pro Android Rugged phone and TTR for backup.
                        Carpe diem !

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                          #22

                          @Kenny-1 I am not sure what you mean? We talk about Remotek and I wanted to know what is supported by this device.
                          Isn't that also your question?

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                          Oukitel RT3 (Andr. 12)
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                            @Jörgen Perhaps it is a problem with the language but it seems that there are a handful of people involved in some deeper technical issues regarding the programming and specific button functions on the Remotek unit and NOT the general user experience. Basically, referring to my initial post I was only trying to get the general user experience for this brand of controller. I'm not interested in "Detailed" technical issues and the resolution of them. It is enough for me to know there are certain issues , or the quality / price relationship is good or not good, or it is robust or not, or the buttons are easy to operate etc. If you have ongoing programming issues you'd like to explore and discuss, than that is ok and can be a good thing, but open a new thread for that under a technical topic please.

                            BMW 800GS, Samsung Tab3 Active
                            Carpe Iter rally support arms w Brodit on Ram.
                            MRA many years and now with Next
                            BV9700 Pro Android Rugged phone and TTR for backup.
                            Carpe diem !

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                              In my opinion it is very good product, easy to install (no wire), so easy to move between motorcycles. The buttons work very reliably and it makes a good impression.

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                              • Stanisławundefined Stanisław

                                In my opinion it is very good product, easy to install (no wire), so easy to move between motorcycles. The buttons work very reliably and it makes a good impression.

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                                #25

                                @Stanisław Perfect ! Thank you.

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                                Carpe Iter rally support arms w Brodit on Ram.
                                MRA many years and now with Next
                                BV9700 Pro Android Rugged phone and TTR for backup.
                                Carpe diem !

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                                  My biggest issue with the Remotek from a user experience perspective is that they put alternative functions in a double click action.
                                  With how the device is mounted and the robustness of the buttons (in general a good thing, nice hard & firm click) it is almost impossible to double click while driving 😉

                                  All other controllers I know of use a long click specifically for this issue.

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                                  • Corjan Meijerinkundefined Corjan Meijerink

                                    My biggest issue with the Remotek from a user experience perspective is that they put alternative functions in a double click action.
                                    With how the device is mounted and the robustness of the buttons (in general a good thing, nice hard & firm click) it is almost impossible to double click while driving 😉

                                    All other controllers I know of use a long click specifically for this issue.

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                                    #27

                                    @Corjan-Meijerink The best option would be to have both double-click and long press to be used for different actions 🙂 It is not a big deal for me to double-click and switching between selected apps is very good idea - unfortunately it is covering next waypoint omitting, because it is right double-click.

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                                      My biggest issue with the Remotek from a user experience perspective is that they put alternative functions in a double click action.
                                      With how the device is mounted and the robustness of the buttons (in general a good thing, nice hard & firm click) it is almost impossible to double click while driving 😉

                                      All other controllers I know of use a long click specifically for this issue.

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                                      @Corjan-Meijerink Thank you Corjan. On further research and recommendation I have purchased a SilverFox. I only have 1 bike and I need heavy duty and ease of operation.

                                      BMW 800GS, Samsung Tab3 Active
                                      Carpe Iter rally support arms w Brodit on Ram.
                                      MRA many years and now with Next
                                      BV9700 Pro Android Rugged phone and TTR for backup.
                                      Carpe diem !

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                                      • Kenny 1undefined Kenny 1

                                        @Corjan-Meijerink Thank you Corjan. On further research and recommendation I have purchased a SilverFox. I only have 1 bike and I need heavy duty and ease of operation.

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                                        Hi @Kenny-1 apologies if I derailed the thread by pointing out the one issue I have with the Remotek.
                                        People here are extremely helpful so they have tried to assist / discuss my issue, sounds like it was just more info than you required.

                                        Back to your original question, another huge plus point I think for the Remotek is that it completely wireless, no need for external cabling, its power comes from an internal battery, so no need for any connections whatsoever to the bike.

                                        Best of luck with the Silver Fox, am sure you will love it,
                                        I would say any bluetooth controller makes using MRA so so much easier than fumbled glove presses.
                                        IMO a controller is a must / nobrainer for MRA, so you are definitely on the right track

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                                        • Kenny 1undefined Kenny 1

                                          @Jörgen Perhaps it is a problem with the language but it seems that there are a handful of people involved in some deeper technical issues regarding the programming and specific button functions on the Remotek unit and NOT the general user experience. Basically, referring to my initial post I was only trying to get the general user experience for this brand of controller. I'm not interested in "Detailed" technical issues and the resolution of them. It is enough for me to know there are certain issues , or the quality / price relationship is good or not good, or it is robust or not, or the buttons are easy to operate etc. If you have ongoing programming issues you'd like to explore and discuss, than that is ok and can be a good thing, but open a new thread for that under a technical topic please.

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                                          @Kenny-1

                                          I deliberately opted for the Remotek One under the iOS use. It can do more than I need, and is very optimized.

                                          The battery lasts several years and it is easy to assemble, while also being used off-road.

                                          To each his own solution, in the end it should always work without problems.

                                          IMG_9367.jpeg

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                                          ❗️MyRoute-App im Cradel und Remotek-One❗️

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