Data processing: generic control systems or specific application – Specific application – apparatus or process – Mechanical control system
Reexamination Certificate
2011-07-12
2011-07-12
Decady, Albert (Department: 2121)
Data processing: generic control systems or specific application
Specific application, apparatus or process
Mechanical control system
C700S017000, C700S083000, C236S049300
Reexamination Certificate
active
07979163
ABSTRACT:
A controller equipped with a controller interface configured to accept one or more input parameters is disclosed, including methods for programming such devices. An illustrative controller interface may include a number of knobs, slides, buttons, or other input means for setting various set-points within the controller that can be used to control one or more HVAC system components of a building or structure. The input parameters may correspond directly to physical parameters of the building or structure being regulated, allowing the user to program the controller without having an extensive knowledge of HVAC systems or their operation.
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Bartlett Charles E.
Rotering Leisha J.
Terlson Brad A.
De'cady Albert
Honeywell International , Inc.
Lee Douglas S
Seager Tufte & Wickhem LLC
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