Universal Remote Controller With Card-Based Signal Replication
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing universal remote controllers are complex to use and lack indicators for setting key functions, making it difficult for users to replicate remote control signals without user manuals, especially when dealing with multiple electronic devices.
Innovation Solution
A universal remote controller design featuring a touch panel, memory, processor, and transmitter, which uses a card with an information tag to store and retrieve remote control functions and key images, allowing users to easily set up and switch between different electronic device controls through a user-friendly interface.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a universal remote controller is used to replace multiple exclusive remote controllers, then the need to buy multiple exclusive remote controllers is reduced, but the operation complexity increases and users cannot easily set key functions without user manuals
Solution Approach 1:
The universal remote controller automatically detects and replicates the control signals from the original remote controller through the signal receiving unit and processor. The system performs self-configuration by automatically learning and storing the signal characteristics, eliminating the need for users to manually set each key function according to instruction manuals.
Solution Approach 2:
A signal receiving unit is introduced as an intermediary component between the original remote controller and the universal remote controller. This intermediary captures the original control signals and transmits them to the processor for analysis and replication, simplifying the setup process for users.
2Reliability
If exclusive remote controllers are used for each electronic device, then the control function is reliable, but the cost increases and the problem cannot be solved when the remote controller breaks or production stops
Solution Approach 1:
The universal remote controller is designed with multi-functionality to control various types of electronic devices including televisions, audio systems, and air conditioners. The processor analyzes different signal types (infrared, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) and the memory stores multiple sets of control signals, enabling one device to replace multiple exclusive remote controllers while maintaining reliable control functions.
3Adaptability or versatility
If manual setting of each key function is required, then the remote controller can be customized, but the time and effort required for setup increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary signal detection and analysis automatically during the initial setup phase. The processor pre-configures the control signal mappings by detecting the original remote controller's signal characteristics and storing them in memory, so that users can immediately use the remote controller without spending time on manual key-by-key configuration.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where the processor continuously monitors the signals received from electronic devices and adjusts the control signal transmissions accordingly. This feedback loop ensures accurate replication of control functions while minimizing setup time through automatic optimization.
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
Enables easy and convenient operation of multiple electronic devices by allowing users to set up and switch between remote control functions using a card-based system, reducing the need for user manuals and simplifying the process of replicating remote control signals.
Implementation Method 1
The above mentioned remote controllers use wireless transmitters to wirelessly transmit control signals. Examples of the control signals include infrared signal, wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) signal, Bluetooth signal, radio frequency signal, etc.
Implementation Method 2
The remote controller comprises a housing, a touch panel, a memory, a processor, and a transmitter. The touch panel is arranged on a side of the housing and configured to receive a plurality of touch signals.
Data Source
AI summary
A universal remote controller includes a card and a housing. The card includes an information tag. The housing includes a touch panel, a slot, a reader, a memory, a processor, and a signal transmitter. The memory is used for storing a plurality of databases. When the card is inserted to the slot, the reader in the housing induces the driving signal corresponding to the information tag of the card. The processor enables a corresponding database from the memory according to the driving signal and further provides a plurality of remote control functions on the transparent touch panel corresponding to positions of a plurality of key images according to the enabled database.