Coded data generation or conversion – Code generator or transmitter – Transmitter for remote control signal
Reexamination Certificate
2007-12-11
2007-12-11
Hofsass, Jeffery (Department: 2612)
Coded data generation or conversion
Code generator or transmitter
Transmitter for remote control signal
C341S174000, C341S175000, C348S014050
Reexamination Certificate
active
11049629
ABSTRACT:
A system provides an audible signal to the user of the system before a control or function is activated by the user. In one embodiment, a remote control can be used with an apparatus, such as a set-top box. When the user places an object near a control of the remote control, a control or function associated with the control may be announced to the user before activating the control. The system can include an apparatus configured to be operated at least in part from a remote control that includes a plurality of controls including a first control. The apparatus includes a control module configured to receive an identification signal from the remote control, wherein the identification signal corresponds to the control, determine a state of the apparatus, determine a function to which the control corresponds, and send another identification signal to an audio system.
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patent:
Brandt Jeffrey Lewis
Kortum Philip Ted
Sullivan Marc Andrew
Hofsass Jeffery
SBC Knowledge Ventures, LP
Toler Schaffer LLP
Yacob Sisay
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