Remote Control Pairing via Visual Indicia
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Solution Overview
Problem
In multi-TV setups, users face difficulties in differentiating between remote controls for various televisions, leading to potential incorrect operation of channels and functions, especially when multiple remote controls are used with a single satellite set-top-box.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of visual or tactile indicia on remote controls and televisions allows for easy identification and association of remote controls with specific televisions, using unique patterns, alphanumeric designs, or Braille for accessibility, ensuring correct operation by correlating remote control identifiers with corresponding tuners.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple remote controls are used with a single television converter, then the ability to control multiple televisions is improved, but the difficulty of differentiating between remote controls increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies visual indicia including color coding on remote controls to enable users to differentiate between multiple remote controls. Each remote control is assigned a distinct color or visual pattern that corresponds to a specific television, allowing users to quickly identify and select the correct remote without confusion.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the identification system by providing unique visual indicia on each remote control that corresponds to a specific television. This segmentation allows users to treat each remote-television pair as a distinct unit, simplifying the operation of multiple devices through clear visual differentiation.
2Ease of operation
If visual or tactile indicia are added to remote controls, then the ease of identification is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements visual indicia such as color coding, patterns, or logos on the remote control surface. These indicia are integrated into the remote control design in a way that adds minimal structural complexity while providing clear visual differentiation. The indicia can be applied through printing, molding, or adhesive methods that do not significantly increase manufacturing complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs cost-effective methods for applying visual indicia, such as printed labels or molded features, rather than requiring complex electronic identification systems. This approach keeps the added complexity minimal while effectively solving the identification problem.
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention is a method for associating remote controls and televisions. More specifically, the present invention permits delivery of television programming to multiple televisions from a television converter device. Other features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description of the invention and the accompanying drawings.