A built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops

Abstract

This utility model discloses a built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops. It includes a main control unit, a data storage unit, a signal transmitting unit, a signal receiving unit, and an interaction unit. The main control unit is signal-connected to the data storage unit, signal transmitting unit, signal receiving unit, and interaction unit. The main control unit connects to smart home devices through the signal transmitting unit and signal receiving unit. This utility model achieves a closed-loop control process for basic devices through the cooperation of the main control unit, data storage unit, signal transmitting unit, signal receiving unit, and interaction unit: the user selects the target device and operation commands through the interaction unit; the main control unit retrieves the corresponding control code from the data storage unit; the infrared or radio frequency transmission channel is scheduled to send commands according to device characteristics; and the device response status is obtained through the signal receiving unit, meeting the core need for real-time control of smart devices in work and leisure scenarios.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of infrared radio frequency technology, and in particular to a built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of information technology and the Internet of Things, smart home systems are becoming increasingly popular due to their convenience and comfort. Among wireless control technologies for smart homes, infrared and radio frequency (RF) technologies have become the mainstream methods for controlling many household appliances (such as air conditioners, televisions, fans, and lights) due to their maturity, stability, low cost, and relatively simple implementation. The basic principle is to transmit light signals (infrared) or radio waves (RF) of specific frequencies and codes, which are received and decoded by the corresponding appliance's built-in receiver, thereby enabling remote control of functions such as switching appliances on and off, changing modes, and adjusting parameters. This contactless control method greatly facilitates users' adjustment and management of their home environment, improving their quality of life.

[0003] Currently, devices with infrared or radio frequency (RF) transmission capabilities are mainly found in traditional dedicated remote controls and some smartphones. While dedicated remote controls are ubiquitous as standard control tools for appliances, their functionality is limited, they rely on physical devices, and are prone to loss, damage, or battery depletion, rendering them unusable. Although smartphones integrate infrared transmission capabilities, this feature remains limited in mobile phone products, and not all brands or models possess this capability. It's worth noting that laptops, as core tools of modern office and life, despite their portability, high performance, and network connectivity making them the preferred device for home office and daily entertainment, and typically equipped with various sensors and interfaces, generally lack infrared or RF transmission capabilities. This means that when users are working or relaxing on their laptops and need to adjust the environmental settings (such as temperature and lighting) of surrounding smart home devices, they often still rely on a remote control or a specific smartphone that may not be readily available, disrupting the workflow and significantly impacting the user experience.

[0004] Therefore, in order to overcome the limitations of existing control methods and improve the convenience and smoothness of smart home control for users in laptop usage scenarios, it is urgent to design a built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops and integrate it into the laptop. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops, which solves the problem that users have to interrupt operation to find a remote control or a specific mobile phone to control smart home devices because laptops lack infrared radio frequency transmission function.

[0006] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops is provided. It includes a main control unit, a data storage unit, a signal transmitting unit, a signal receiving unit, and an interaction unit. The main control unit is signal-connected to the data storage unit, the signal transmitting unit, the signal receiving unit, and the interaction unit. The main control unit is connected to smart home devices through the signal transmitting unit and the signal receiving unit.

[0008] Furthermore, the signal transmitting unit includes an infrared signal transmitting subunit and a radio frequency signal transmitting subunit that are signal-connected to the main control unit;

[0009] The signal receiving unit includes an infrared signal receiving subunit and a radio frequency signal receiving subunit that are signal-connected to the main control unit.

[0010] Furthermore, the data storage unit includes an associated device information storage subunit and an operation instruction storage subunit that are signal-connected to the main control unit.

[0011] Furthermore, the interaction unit includes a display subunit and an operation input subunit that are signal-connected to the main control unit.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes a timing unit that is connected to the main control unit via signals.

[0013] Furthermore, the signal receiving unit also includes a laptop computer opening / closing status information receiving unit that is signal-connected to the main control unit, and the laptop computer opening / closing status information receiving unit is signal-connected to a sensor on the laptop computer used to detect whether the lid is closed.

[0014] Furthermore, it also includes a timing unit that is signal-connected to the main control unit.

[0015] Furthermore, the operation input subunit is configured to perform operation input via a mouse and / or keyboard on a laptop computer;

[0016] The display subunit is configured to present information via a laptop screen.

[0017] Furthermore, the signal transmitting unit and the signal receiving unit are located at the top edge of the laptop screen near the camera.

[0018] Furthermore, the built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops is configured to always be powered by the laptop's battery for low-power standby current.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] This invention achieves a closed-loop control process for basic equipment by coordinating the main control unit, data storage unit, signal transmission unit, signal receiving unit, and interaction unit: the user selects the target device and operation command through the interaction unit; the main control unit retrieves the corresponding control code from the data storage unit; the infrared or radio frequency transmission channel is scheduled to send the command according to the device characteristics; the device response status is obtained through the signal receiving unit and the display interface is updated, forming an intuitive "command-execution-feedback" control link, which meets the core need for real-time control of smart devices in work and leisure scenarios, without the need to find the corresponding remote control.

[0021] This invention also includes a timing unit, a timer unit, and a laptop opening / closing status information receiving unit to form a scenario-based intelligent control system. Users can preset device linkage rules in the operation instruction storage subunit via the interaction unit, including timed task parameters, opening / closing action mapping instructions, and delayed operation strategies. For example, the laptop opening / closing status information receiving unit receives real-time information about changes in the laptop's physical state; when the lid is opened, the stored start instruction set is executed immediately, and when the lid is closed, the timer unit simultaneously triggers a countdown process. The timing unit continuously compares the system time with the preset task time, automatically executing the associated operation when the set time point is reached. The timer unit initiates a delayed execution mechanism upon receiving a specific signal, such as a lid-closing signal, and executes the lid-closing sleep instruction set after the countdown ends. Finally, device control is completed through the signal transmission unit. This workflow transforms user behavior patterns into automated environmental control, solving the pain point of traditional smart homes requiring manual step-by-step operation, and simultaneously optimizing energy efficiency and user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] The structures, proportions, sizes, etc., shown in the accompanying drawings of this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed in the specification, and are not intended to limit the implementation conditions of this utility model. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and purposes that this utility model can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this utility model.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops in this utility model.

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the positions of the signal transmitting unit, the signal receiving unit, and the laptop computer in this utility model.

[0026] Diagram Explanation: 1. Main Control Unit; 2. Data Storage Unit; 21. Associated Device Information Storage Subunit; 22. Operation Instruction Storage Subunit; 3. Signal Transmission Unit; 31. Infrared Signal Transmission Subunit; 32. Radio Frequency Signal Transmission Subunit; 4. Signal Receiving Unit; 41. Infrared Signal Receiving Subunit; 42. Radio Frequency Signal Receiving Subunit; 43. Laptop Open / Closed Status Information Receiving Unit; 5. Interaction Unit; 51. Display Subunit; 52. Operation Input Subunit; 6. Timing Unit; 7. Timing Timer Unit; 8. Laptop; 81. Camera. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the utility model's objectives, features, and advantages more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described below are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. It should be noted that when a component is considered to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be a component centrally located at the same time.

[0029] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0030] The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops described in this embodiment is applied to a laptop computer. (Note: The term "laptop" here refers to a laptop computer.) Figure 1As shown, the built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops includes a main control unit 1, a data storage unit 2, a signal transmitting unit 3, a signal receiving unit 4, an interaction unit 5, a timing unit 6, and a timer unit 7. The main control unit 1 is signal-connected to the data storage unit 2, signal transmitting unit 3, signal receiving unit 4, interaction unit 5, timing unit 6, and timer unit 7. The main control unit 1 is connected to the smart home system through the signal transmitting unit 3 and signal receiving unit 4. The smart home system includes home appliances with infrared or radio frequency remote control functions, such as air conditioners, lighting fixtures, televisions, and curtain motors. The main control unit 1 is responsible for coordinating the work of other units, generating control signals by parsing user commands or preset logic, and scheduling the signal transmitting unit 3 to execute operations; simultaneously, it receives device status feedback from the signal receiving unit 4, achieving closed-loop control.

[0031] The signal transmitting unit 3 includes an infrared signal transmitting subunit 31 and a radio frequency signal transmitting subunit 32, both connected to the main control unit 1. The infrared signal transmitting subunit 31 uses infrared light of a specific wavelength to achieve directional control within the line of sight, suitable for devices requiring precise pointing, especially during initial pairing with designated smart home devices. The radio frequency signal transmitting subunit 32 uses electromagnetic waves to achieve wall-penetrating coverage, suitable for remote devices without direct line of sight or in scenarios where obstacles obstruct the view. The signal receiving unit 4 includes an infrared signal receiving subunit 41 and a radio frequency signal receiving subunit 42, both connected to the main control unit 1, used to receive device status feedback information, verify command execution results, and update the device's real-time status. Figure 2 As shown, the signal transmitting unit 3 and the signal receiving unit 4 are located at the top edge of the laptop 8 screen near the camera 81. The signal coverage direction can be adjusted by using the screen opening angle. When pairing with a designated smart home device for the first time, the laptop 8 screen can be rotated to point at the designated smart home device to accurately confirm which device to control.

[0032] The data storage unit 2 includes an associated device information storage subunit 21 and an operation instruction storage subunit 22, which are signal-connected to the main control unit 1. The associated device information storage subunit 21 stores the protocol type, control code, and address identifier of the paired devices. The operation instruction storage subunit 22 records the user-preset scenario-based operation sequence and stores instructions for multiple devices to work.

[0033] The interaction unit 5 includes a display subunit 51 and an operation input subunit 52, both signal-connected to the main control unit 1. The display subunit 51 is used to visually present the device status and control interface, while the operation input subunit 52 is used for user input of required commands. The display subunit 51 is configured to present information via the laptop computer 8's screen, specifically including visually presenting the device status, control options, and operation feedback, providing graphical interactive guidance. The operation input subunit 52 is configured to perform operation input via the mouse and / or keyboard on the laptop computer 8, directly reusing the laptop computer 8's built-in input devices to achieve zero-learning-cost interactive operation. Users can trigger device control by clicking interface icons or using shortcut keys.

[0034] The timing unit 6 is signal-connected to the main control unit 1 and triggers preset timing tasks based on the system clock. For example, it can automatically adjust the indoor temperature or switch lighting on and off at fixed times. This is particularly suitable for managing recurring scenarios, such as parents setting the TV to automatically turn off at night on weekdays to prevent children from overusing entertainment devices and disrupting their sleep. Specific application scenarios include: parents can preset a fixed time period on weekday evenings to automatically cut off the TV signal output. When the current time enters the preset interval, the main control unit 1 generates a specific radio frequency coded command, which is sent to the smart TV via the radio frequency signal transmitting subunit 32 to force it to shut down, preventing children from watching TV during school hours. It can also be linked to setting weekend open times for refined electricity management. This function is especially suitable for dual-income families, addressing the pain point of parents being unable to supervise children's entertainment time while working overtime.

[0035] The signal receiving unit 4 further includes a laptop computer opening / closing status information receiving unit 43, which is signal-connected to the main control unit 1. The laptop computer opening / closing status information receiving unit 43 is signal-connected to a sensor on the laptop computer 8 used to detect whether the lid is closed. The sensor used to detect whether the lid is closed is a built-in sensor on the laptop computer 8, which can be one of a magnetic induction switch, a mechanical switch, or a Hall effect sensor. Of course, other sensors that can detect whether the laptop computer 8 is closed can also be used in this embodiment. Figure 1The sensor in the laptop is used to detect whether the laptop is closed. The opening / closing status information receiving unit maps the physical opening action of the laptop 8 to a start command and the closing action to a sleep command, realizing intelligent synchronization between device status and user behavior. For example, opening the lid automatically turns on the office lighting system and air conditioning; closing the lid automatically turns off the monitor and audio equipment, avoiding energy waste caused by users forgetting to operate. A typical application scenario is: when a user opens the laptop 8 in the study, the laptop 8's built-in opening / closing sensor detects the opening action and immediately triggers the preset "work mode" linkage command. The desk lamp is turned on to provide local lighting through the infrared signal transmitting subunit 31 or the radio frequency signal transmitting subunit 32, and the air conditioner is turned on and adjusted to the set temperature. When the user closes the laptop 8 after finishing work, the system automatically turns off the air conditioner and other equipment, avoiding energy waste caused by users forgetting to turn off the equipment when leaving in a hurry. This function is deeply integrated with the modern home office scenario, simplifying the device control process that originally required multiple remote controls to a single physical action trigger. The "working mode" is defined by the user through the interaction unit 5, which allows the smart devices to be linked and the operation parameters to be set. The specific logic configuration information is stored in the operation instruction storage subunit 22 of the data storage unit 2. When the sensor used to detect whether the cover is closed detects a change in physical state, the main control unit 1 automatically calls the corresponding stored instruction set to execute the preset device linkage operation, realizing a fully personalized scene response mechanism.

[0036] The timing unit 7 is signal-connected to the main control unit 1. Upon triggering a specific event (such as closing the lid), it initiates a countdown, delaying the execution of associated operations to provide a buffer time for the user to leave the scene and optimize energy management. Specifically, it may delay turning off indoor lighting after the user closes the lid, providing sufficient buffer time for leaving the room; or delay turning off the air conditioner to ensure a comfortable environment is maintained until the user completely leaves. Specific implementation scenarios include: when a user closes the laptop 8 after working or relaxing, the timing unit 7 initiates a preset "departure buffer" program, maintaining ambient lighting during the buffer period while the user gets up to tidy up their belongings; after the countdown ends, the system turns off the main light, air conditioner, and other devices via the radio frequency signal transmission subunit 32. The operation targets and delay duration of the "departure buffer" program are customized by the user through the interaction unit 5. Users can configure specific devices to be delayed and buffer time thresholds in the interaction unit 5 according to different room layouts and lifestyle habits. These configuration parameters are persistently stored in the operation instruction storage subunit 22. When the timing unit 7 detects a lid-closing event or other specific event, it automatically calls the stored buffer strategy to execute a gradual device shutdown, ensuring a smooth and natural environmental transition.

[0037] This utility model's built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops is configured to always be supplied with low-power standby current by the battery on the laptop 8. Through an independent power supply architecture, it maintains operation even when the laptop 8 is powered off or in sleep mode, ensuring that scheduled tasks, delayed operations, and opening / closing trigger functions remain effective. It supports scheduled operations even when the device is completely off. For example, if a user sets the coffee machine to automatically turn on the next morning before leaving for work, even if the device remains off all night, the built-in module can still trigger the coffee machine's startup program on time through the radio frequency signal transmission subunit 32, ensuring that the user can enjoy fresh coffee as soon as they wake up. Or, in the cold winter, it can be scheduled to turn on the floor heating / air conditioning half an hour before returning home, maintaining the uninterrupted operation of the scheduled function through the low-power standby mechanism, thus solving the pain point of traditional smart homes relying on a continuously powered gateway.

[0038] This invention achieves a closed-loop control process for basic equipment by cooperating with the main control unit 1, data storage unit 2, signal transmission unit 3, signal receiving unit 4, and interaction unit 5: the user selects the target device and operation command through the interaction unit 5; the main control unit 1 retrieves the corresponding control code from the data storage unit 2; the infrared or radio frequency transmission channel is scheduled to send the command according to the device characteristics; the device response status is obtained through the signal receiving unit 4 and the display interface is updated, forming an intuitive "command-execution-feedback" control link, which meets the core need for real-time control of smart devices in work and leisure scenarios, without the need to find the corresponding remote control.

[0039] This invention also includes a timing unit 6, a timer unit 7, and a laptop opening / closing status information receiving unit 43 to form a scenario-based intelligent control system. Users preset device linkage rules in the operation instruction storage subunit 22 via the interaction unit 5, including timed task parameters, opening / closing action mapping instructions, and delayed operation strategies. For example, the laptop opening / closing status information receiving unit 43 receives real-time information about changes in the physical state of the laptop 8. When the lid is opened, the stored start instruction set is executed immediately; when the lid is closed, the countdown process of the timer unit 7 is triggered simultaneously. The timing unit 6 continuously compares the system time with the preset task time, automatically executing the associated operation when the set time point is reached. The timer unit 7 initiates a delayed execution mechanism upon receiving a specific signal, such as a lid-closing signal, and executes the lid-closing sleep instruction set after the countdown ends. Finally, device control is completed through the signal transmission unit 3. This workflow transforms user behavior patterns into automated environmental control, solving the pain point of traditional smart homes requiring manual step-by-step operation, and simultaneously optimizing energy efficiency and user experience.

[0040] The above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops, characterized in that: Applied to a laptop computer (8), it includes a main control unit (1), a data storage unit (2), a signal transmitting unit (3), a signal receiving unit (4), and an interaction unit (5). The main control unit (1) is connected to the data storage unit (2), the signal transmitting unit (3), the signal receiving unit (4), and the interaction unit (5) by signal. The main control unit (1) is connected to a smart home through the signal transmitting unit (3) and the signal receiving unit (4).

2. The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops according to claim 1, characterized in that: The signal transmitting unit (3) includes an infrared signal transmitting subunit (31) and a radio frequency signal transmitting subunit (32) that are signal-connected to the main control unit (1). The signal receiving unit (4) includes an infrared signal receiving subunit (41) and a radio frequency signal receiving subunit (42) that are signal-connected to the main control unit (1).

3. The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops according to claim 1, characterized in that: The data storage unit (2) includes an associated device information storage subunit (21) and an operation instruction storage subunit (22) that are signal-connected to the main control unit (1).

4. The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops according to claim 1, characterized in that: The interactive unit (5) includes a display subunit (51) and an operation input subunit (52) that are signal-connected to the main control unit (1).

5. The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a timing unit (6) that is connected to the main control unit (1) via signal.

6. The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops according to claim 2, characterized in that: The signal receiving unit (4) further includes a laptop (8) opening and closing status information receiving unit (43) that is signal-connected to the main control unit (1). The laptop (8) opening and closing status information receiving unit (43) is signal-connected to a sensor on the laptop (8) used to detect whether the lid is closed.

7. The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops according to claim 6, characterized in that: It also includes a timing unit (7) that is connected to the main control unit (1) via signal.

8. The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops according to claim 4, characterized in that: The operation input subunit (52) is configured to perform operation input via a mouse and / or keyboard on a laptop computer (8); The display subunit (51) is configured to present information via the screen of a laptop computer (8).

9. The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops according to claim 1, characterized in that: The signal transmitting unit (3) and the signal receiving unit (4) are located at the top edge of the laptop screen (8) near the camera (81).

10. The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for laptops according to claim 4, characterized in that: The built-in infrared radio frequency smart home control module for the laptop is configured to always be supplied with low-power standby current by the battery on the laptop (8).

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