Voice Remote Control Dynamic Signal Mapping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Remote control devices are unable to detect changes in system configurations, such as the presence of a sound bar, leading to inefficiencies in controlling multiple devices effectively.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a system where a remote control device uses voice commands and outsources the analysis of these commands to a cloud server, which determines the necessary command signals based on the current state of connected devices, allowing the remote control to automatically map user inputs to the correct command signals for various devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the remote control device uses fixed signal configuration, then the device complexity is reduced, but the adaptability to system configuration changes deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic signal configuration where the remote control device automatically detects system configuration changes and adjusts its signal mapping in real-time. The processor monitors active components (TV, soundbar, streaming device) and dynamically reconfigures which buttons send signals to which devices, transforming a static configuration system into an adaptive one that responds to changing system states.
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where the remote control device receives status information about active system components and uses this feedback to automatically adjust its signal configuration. The device continuously monitors which components are active and modifies its button signal mappings accordingly, creating a closed-loop system that self-adjusts based on system state feedback.
2Ease of operation
If the remote control device manually configures signal mappings, then the ease of operation is improved, but the productivity in detecting configuration changes deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The remote control device performs self-configuration by automatically detecting which system components are active and autonomously updating its signal mappings without requiring user intervention. The processor monitors system state and automatically reconfigures button assignments, allowing the device to serve itself in adapting to configuration changes while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary detection of system configuration state before signal transmission is needed. The processor continuously monitors active components and pre-configures the appropriate signal mappings in advance, so when the user presses a button, the correct device is already identified and ready to receive the signal, eliminating manual configuration steps.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the remote control device controls multiple devices, then the versatility is improved, but the device complexity in managing signals deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The remote control device is designed with universal functionality to control multiple different types of devices (TV, soundbar, streaming device, gaming console) through a single unit. The processor dynamically determines which device should receive each signal based on current system state, allowing one remote to replace multiple specialized remotes while managing signal routing through intelligent detection and automatic configuration.
Data Source
AI summary
Devices and methods are provided for dynamically switching states of remote control devices. A remote control device may receive voice data from a user, send the voice data to another device which may pass the voice signals to a server. The server may determine instructions associated with responding to the voice signals and send the instructions to the other device, which may convert the instructions to remote control commands. The other device may send the commands along with state information to the remote control device, allowing the remote control device to emit commands determined by the other device and to map other command signals to possible inputs which the remote control device may receive.