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User interface for multi-device control

A technology of user interface and graphical user interface, applied in the direction of program control design, input/output process of data processing, instruments, etc., can solve the problem that users are not easy to know the available input sources, difficult to identify the correct code, equipment management and control complexity And other issues

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-08-15
MICROSOFT TECH LICENSING LLC
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However, it may not be easy for the user to know the available input sources
Additionally, when configuring a multifunction remote control unit to instruct multiple devices, users often find it difficult to identify the correct code for teaching the control unit
[0004] The issue of device management and control begins to present additional complexities in environments that include not only multiple devices, but multiple device system groups

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[0025] The present invention relates to centralized command and control of multiple devices and / or applications within a controlled environment, such as a residence, business, school, and the like. A residential controlled environment includes the confines of a home, room, mobile home, yacht, or other type of dwelling. In an embodiment, however, the residential environment includes the surrounding area of ​​the residence, as well as any shelters, buildings, improvements, etc. within the specified perimeter.

[0026] In other embodiments, the invention is implemented in a non-residential environment. Non-residential environments include, but are not limited to, office complexes, small offices, studios, warehouses, entertainment venues, schools or universities, health care facilities, hotels, resorts, airplanes, ships, automobiles, and the like. In an embodiment, the controlled environment for non-residential embodiments includes not only the physical boundaries of the aforemen...

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A control server, or similar central processor, manages the distribution of data (including audio and video), voice, and control signals among a plurality of system components (102-120) connected via a wired and / or wireless communications network (180). The system components (102-120) include audio / visual components (such as, televisions, monitors, PDAs, notepads, notebooks, MP3, portable stereo, etc.) as well as household appliances (such as, lighting, ovens, alarm clocks, etc.). A portable controller (108) allows a user to access and control the system components (102-120) from any location within a controlled residential and / or non-residential environment (100), including its surrounding areas. The portable controller (108) includes a user and management interface (e.g., 200, 600) that contains customized control screens (e.g., 204, 700) for the system components. The control screens are stored in a hierarchical architecture that is searchable by region (e.g., 200) or component (e.g., 600) type.

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technical field [0001] The present invention relates generally to user interfaces, and more particularly to user interfaces for use with remote control units comprising a plurality of consumer electronic devices. Background technique [0002] The user interface provides increased flexibility and versatility for the remote control unit, and can be used to control consumer electronics (CE) devices, such as televisions, digital video equipment (DVD) players, and compact disc (CD) players. Most remote control units include a fixed "hard key" format that cannot be easily reconfigured to support multiple CE devices. [0003] Especially when multiple devices must be programmed to support a single output, even a remote control unit that can be programmed to support multiple devices can be intimidating, confusing and difficult for the average user to operate. For example, a device such as a video output device (eg, a television) may accept input from different sources. However, the...

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IPC IPC(8): G06F3/00G06F13/10G06F9/00
Inventor 戴维・基莲格兰・哈特贾斯汀・弗罗瑞斯保罗・克瑞扎诺斯基
Owner MICROSOFT TECH LICENSING LLC
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