Remote control device for use with a personal computer (PC)...

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2006-08-01

2006-08-01

Zimmerman, Brian (Department: 2635)

Communications: electrical

Continuously variable indicating

With meter reading

C345S418000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07084780

ABSTRACT:
Aspects for remotely controlling audio/visual (A/V) devices with a personal computer (PC) are described. The aspects include providing connection hardware for connecting a plurality of A/V devices to a PC. A remote control device with selectable buttons is provided for transmitting data signals wirelessly to the connection hardware. The plurality of A/V devices are controlled according to the data signals from button selections on the remote control device. Through the present invention, a multi-function wireless remote is disclosed which allows for full command of a plurality of A/V devices in a PC, such as a DVD player, TV receiver, Digital Video Recorder (DVR), and electronic programming guide. In this manner, PC users are ensured of a simplified and intuitive interactive PC/video experience.

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