Controller Communication Switching for Direct and Home LAN Links

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing communication systems do not account for the difference in operation when the radio device and controller are connected via a communication network versus a direct connection, leading to potential issues and the need for manual setting operations.

Innovation Solution

A communication system with a controller and a communication processing device that automatically determines the connection mode (direct or via a network) and adjusts processes accordingly, enabling seamless operation without manual settings.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If the controller and communication processing device are separated and connected via communication network, then the system provides remote control capability and flexibility, but the system complexity increases and manual setting operations are required

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveremote control capabilityVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The controller automatically detects the connection mode (direct connection or network connection) and autonomously determines the appropriate communication processing method without requiring manual user configuration. The system self-adapts to the connection scenario, eliminating the need for users to manually set up communication parameters or configure connection types.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The controller changes its operational parameters based on the detected connection mode. When network connection is detected, the controller switches to network-based communication processing; when direct connection is detected, it uses direct communication processing. This dynamic parameter adjustment allows the system to handle different connection scenarios automatically.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Ease of operation

If the controller and communication processing device are directly connected via communication cable, then the connection is simple and direct, but the system cannot provide remote control functionality

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconnection simplicityVSAvoidremote control capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The controller is designed to handle multiple connection modes universally. It can operate in direct connection mode for simple local communication and in network connection mode for remote control scenarios. The same controller unit supports both connection types through automatic detection and appropriate processing method selection, making the system multi-functional without requiring separate devices for each mode.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Ease of operation

If the system automatically detects connection mode, then manual setting operations are eliminated and usability improves, but the detection and determination process adds complexity to the controller

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveusabilityVSAvoidcontroller complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The controller performs automatic connection mode detection and communication method selection without user intervention. The system monitors its own connection state and autonomously determines the appropriate processing method, eliminating the need for users to manually configure connection parameters or settings.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The controller preliminarily detects the connection mode before initiating communication processing. By determining the connection type (direct or network) in advance, the controller can pre-configure the appropriate communication parameters and processing methods, ensuring smooth operation without requiring manual setup or configuration by the user.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS20260058892A1Communication system, controller, communication processing device, and method for controlling communication system
Publication Date: 2026.02.26 ICOM INC
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AI summary

A radio communication system includes a radio processing device and a controller. The radio processing device includes a second communication control section performing communication with the controller. The controller includes a first communication control section which determines, after starting communication with the radio processing device, whether connection with the radio processing device is direct connection by a communication cable or connection via a home LAN and which performs a process according to a determination result.