Electrical computers and digital data processing systems: input/ – Intrasystem connection – Bus interface architecture
Reexamination Certificate
2006-06-27
2008-08-19
Phan, Raymond N (Department: 2111)
Electrical computers and digital data processing systems: input/
Intrasystem connection
Bus interface architecture
C710S037000, C710S064000, C710S073000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07415563
ABSTRACT:
A method and system for allowing a media player to determine if it supports the capabilities of an accessory are disclosed. The method and system comprise requesting information about the capabilities of the accessory by the media player and providing information about the capabilities of the accessory by the accessory to the media player. The method and system further include utilizing the information to determine if the capabilities of the accessory are supported by the media player. Accordingly, a method and system in accordance with the present invention provides a system that allows a media player to obtain information from an accessory about the accessory's capability. A media player can then utilize this information to allow for the maximum functionality of the accessory when connected to the media player.
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Filson John B.
Holden Paul
Marriott Greg
Novotney Donald J.
Tupman David
Apple Inc.
Phan Raymond N
Townsend and Townsend / and Crew LLP
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