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2011-01-25

2011-01-25

Wong, Albert K (Department: 2612)

Coded data generation or conversion

Code generator or transmitter

Transmitter for remote control signal

C341S023000, C341S034000, C340S870030, C340S870030

Reexamination Certificate

active

07876255

ABSTRACT:
A controlling device, such as a universal remote control, that uses visual and/or audio cues, such as sounds, color, patterns, shapes, etc., to indicate a relationship between a function key and an intended target appliance for a command transmitted in response to activation of the function key.

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