Unified Media Controller Remote for Multi-Device Setup
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Solution Overview
Problem
The complexity of user experience in consuming diverse electronic content is exacerbated by the need to manage multiple media devices, each with different user interfaces and remote controls, leading to a cumbersome and unpleasant setup process.
Innovation Solution
A media controller remote is configured to control various media devices using infrared signals, determining the appropriate infrared signaling code table based on user input or captured signals, allowing centralized control and coordination of media devices with minimal user intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different media devices are used to access diverse content, then content variety is improved, but device complexity and user interface complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple media devices into a single unified media player that can access broadcast, cable, satellite, Internet, and local storage content through a single interface, eliminating the need for separate devices for each content source
Solution Approach 2:
The media player is designed with universal functionality to handle multiple content delivery methods (broadcast, cable, satellite, Internet, local storage) and present unified user interfaces, allowing one device to perform functions previously requiring multiple specialized devices
2Adaptability or versatility
If each media device has its own remote control and user interface, then device-specific functionality is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The media player provides a universal user interface and remote control that works across all content sources and device functions, allowing users to access broadcast, cable, satellite, Internet, and local content through a single consistent interface rather than learning multiple different controls
Solution Approach 2:
The unified media player acts as an intermediary between the user and multiple content delivery systems, translating various content sources into a single consistent user interface and control mechanism, thereby simplifying operation while maintaining access to diverse functionality
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple media devices are set up in a location, then content access capability is improved, but setup time and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple media devices into one unified media player, reducing the setup process from configuring multiple separate devices to configuring a single device that handles all content sources, thereby significantly reducing setup time and complexity
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This solution simplifies the setup and consumption of content by providing a unified user experience across different media devices, reducing the number of steps required to access and operate various media devices, thereby enhancing the overall user experience.
Implementation Method 1
A media controller remote is configured to control various media devices using infrared signals
Data Source
AI summary
Described herein are systems and methods for determining infrared signaling codes used for controlling various media devices. The system may determine signaling codes based on user input in response to a graphical user interface, by receiving signals transmitted by a media device remote, or a combination thereof. When determined, a media controller remote control may receive commands from a media controller using a radio frequency interface and transmit particular signaling codes using infrared emitters to allow for control of the media devices.