wiimote/bluetooth range/connectivity problem

[Moromillas]

Hey guys,

Win7 64, using Ritmo Bluetooth Dongle CB-615 and real wiimotes. Tried both Microsoft and Toshiba bluetooth stacks having the same result.

Ok, so, I can get the wiimotes connected, fire up a game, and it works. The thing is, it's only good for less than half a metre... If I move the wiimote further away than that from the dongle, it disconnects. It also disconnects when I cup my hand over the top of the wiimote, where the power button is, which is the normal hand position for games like New Super Mario and Metroid Other M.

But really...? Less than half a metre? Is that normal for bluetooth dongles?

[silveruniverse]

your dongle might be REALLY weak or is a poor quality build
wouldn't be suprising if it is since their official webpage is offline

[admin89]

10 metre for me .I'm using a china product which is similar to this
It can connect 4 wiimote (Bluesoleil Bluetooth driver)

[Moromillas]

Ok, thanks. I might pick up another model today, see how it goes. I think I saw that half-moon dongle somewhere before.