Remote control with concealed multi-directional controller

Details Remote control with concealed multi-directional controller Remote control with concealed multi-directional controller

2006-10-13

2011-11-08

Patel, Nitin (Department: 2629)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Display peripheral interface input device

Including keyboard

C345S156000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08054295

ABSTRACT:
A remote control method and system employ remote controller (10) which is adapted for use with an entertainment system of a type including a display (222) as well as providing functions such as Internet access or other functions requiring a keyboard and/or a mouse. The remote controller includes a folding housing and may be operated in a closed or opened configuration. A first set of control inputs (12) are provided on the outer surface of the housing. The housing may be opened, thereby doubling the surface area of the remote controller, to expose a keyboard (56). One or more wireless transmitters are operable with the housing in either of two configurations oriented at 90 degrees to each other and controlled by the first set of control inputs and the keyboard. The remote controller may be conveniently held in one hand of a user when in the folded or closed position and conveniently rested on the lap of the user or a support surface when in the opened position and used as a keyboard.

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