Abstract: System and method for presence based control of connected devices including a smart device configured to operate at least one connected device, and a locator configured to supervise an entrance of a subarea of a monitored area, wherein the smart device and the locator are configured to exchange radio frequency (RF) signals and to determine the presence of the smart device within the subarea based on received RF signals, and wherein the smart device to issue control commands to operate the at least one connected device based on a predefined scheme and on the presence of the smart device within the subarea.

Abstract: A remote control system includes a control interface, a WiFi router, a bridge, and a low frequency control module. The WiFi router is linked to the control interface for communicating with the control interface via WiFi signals. The bridge is linked to the WiFi router for down-converting WiFi signals outputted from the WiFi router to low frequency signals and up-converting received low frequency signals to WiFi signals. The low frequency control module is linked to the bridge for communicating with the bridge via the low frequency signals.

Abstract: A remote control system using a handheld electronic device to remotely control electrical appliances includes a handheld electronic device and a command conversion device. The handheld electronic device uses a command input device to generate operation information. A command recognizing module receives the operation information, and identifies the corresponding home appliance remote control code. A wireless emission module emits a home appliance remote control code, which is received by the command conversion device. The command conversion device determines the infrared execution command corresponding to the home appliance remote control code. The infrared execution command is emitted by the infrared emission module to remotely control home appliances with the infrared remote control function. The handheld electronic device is enabled to provide a variety of different operating modes without significantly increasing the cost of the entire system.

Abstract: A toy remote controller and recharger (TRCR) for remote controlling and for use in recharging a toy item is disclosed. The TRCR is operable in two modes of operation. In a first mode of operation, the TRCR is used for controlling a playflow of the toy item through transmitting a playflow control wireless signal from a wireless transmitter in response to input from a user. In a second mode of operation, the TRCR is used for recharging the toy item by electrical power provided from a USB port when a toy charging connector is coupled with the toy item. Optionally, embodiments of the invention also allow for the TRCR to control the playflow of the toy item when the TRCR is coupled with the USB port for receiving a playflow control data from the USB port, and the toy item is uncoupled from the toy charging connector.

Abstract: A wireless control system is configured to be trainable to control any number of remotely controlled devices. The system can be configured to gather and learn information relating to a signal transmitted by the original transmitter in a manner that is blind to a user of the system. The system can be designed to learn signals automatically such that fewer steps are necessary for a user to train the system to control a particular remotely controlled device. The system can train to remotely controlled devices in this manner with little or no user action required.

Abstract: Provided is a remote control method and apparatus in a home network system including multiple home devices. The remote control method includes receiving operation state information from the respective multiple home devices, receiving a control command for operation control of at least one of the multiple home devices from a user device, determining a control target home device based on the control command, sending the control command to the determined control target home device, receiving processing result information corresponding to execution of the control command from the control target home device, and transmitting the processing result information to the user device.

Abstract: A wireless control unit for the remote operation of windows for the housing industry. The control unit is activated through a wireless connection between a radio inside the control unit and a coordinating radio connected to the internet. Both the control radio and the coordinating radio use the wireless Zigbee protocol. Interface for the user is done via a web application that can remotely control the window or connect the window to a home automation system so that the window will open or close at the users preferences, be it due to temperature, humidity, or any other preferences that are written into the application.

Abstract: Embodiments include a device comprising an interface module for interfacing with proprietary legacy systems. The interface module comprises a data interface for interfacing with a processing component of the legacy system, where the processing component uses a proprietary protocol for processing data of the legacy system. The interface module includes a protocol module that comprises a protocol corresponding to the proprietary protocol of the legacy system, and the interface module uses the protocol to exchange data with the processing component. The interface module includes a communication device that communicates with a remote system via a wireless channel. The interface module controls communications that include passing commands from the remote system to the legacy system, and passing event data of the legacy system to the remote system.

Abstract: A control radio communication system includes a relay station and a child station, each incorporating a radio communication unit further including a receiver and a transmitter. The receiver detects whether or a signal transmitted from the upper layer corresponds to an emergency command. The signal not corresponding to the emergency command is converted into an internal code while the signal corresponding to the emergency command is converted into a High/Low signal to be output via the signal terminal of GPIO. The transmitter of a relay station produces a compacted packet corresponding to the emergency command with a data length shorter than the data length of a packet corresponding to a general command, thus transmitting the compacted packet to the lower layer via radio. Alternatively, the transmitter of a child station produces a packet corresponding to the emergency command, thus transmitting the packet to the lower layer via radio.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling groups of devices in a home network system are provided. The method includes receiving a request message for executing a first operation mode from a mobile station through the Internet, reading a control list stored for the first operation mode, in order to determine home devices associated with the first operation mode and in order to determine functions of the home devices, in response to the request message, transmitting control commands, instructing the home devices to execute the functions, to the home devices, respectively, according to the control list, and reporting the results of execution of the functions, according to the control commands, to the mobile station.

Abstract: The present invention provides a Bluetooth controllable electrical appliance, comprising: a circuit substrate; a Bluetooth communication chip disposed on the circuit substrate, wherein the Bluetooth communication chip is compatible with a Bluetooth 4.0 or later protocol; a microcontroller disposed on the circuit substrate and electrically connected to the Bluetooth communication chip, for receiving a command from the external remote controller; an AC to DC circuit disposed on the circuit substrate; and one or more actuators selected from the group consisting of a motor, a heating coil, resistor or transistor, and a combination thereof.

Abstract: A programmable radio communication system comprises a transmitter (1) and a receiver (2). The transmitter comprises radio transmitting means (5) and processing means (3).

Abstract: A system and method for an easy to use and intuitive user interface on a remote control. In one embodiment, a touch sensitive area is extended beyond a screen. In one embodiment, soft buttons lie partially on the screen and partially off it (on the extended touch-sensitive area). This allows for an increased input area for the user, without the increase in cost associated with a larger screen. Moreover, this allows for a smooth, flat, and sleek upper surface of the remote control. In one embodiment, a remote control provides different user experiences based upon the context of use of the remote control. For instance, the color of the screen as well as the color of backlighting for certain buttons is dependent upon what mode the remote control is in.

Abstract: A grill controller device, which remotely controls any type or grill or oven, comprises a circuit board, a plurality of connector, a power supply system, a control panel, a plurality of temperature control units, a plurality of temperature probes, and a speaker. The grill controller device is wirelessly connected with a graphic user interface so an user can wirelessly operate the grill controller device through the graphic user interface. The grill controller device externally attaches to existing grills and ovens. The plurality of temperature control units adjusts a grill temperature and a plurality of meat temperatures according to the user. A plurality of alerts is controlled by control software and the plurality of alerts comprises different functionality relative to different components. The user is able to control total functionality of the existing grills and ovens through the grill controller device while saving time.

Abstract: A mobile application for execution upon an electronic device for an amusement park or waterpark. The mobile application provides information, entertainment or other convenience data to the user while the user is within the park. The mobile application may be configured to determine a position of the electronic device within the park and display notifications including discounts at nearby vendors or restaurants, menus of nearby eateries, or ride recommendations based upon wait times. The mobile application may allow the user to make reservations at nearby restaurants within the park. The mobile application may generate an efficient ride sequence for the user based upon characteristics of either the user or the user's participation within the park and navigate the user around the park according to the ride sequence. Puzzles, games, or other entertainment or educational activities may be displayed to the user for providing rewards based upon their participation.

Abstract: A system and a method for remotely controlling at least one device based on operation of a foot pedal apparatus are provided. The system includes a device selection module (DSM) configured to transmit a first modulated RF signal at a first RF frequency having a communication linking command and a first RF frequency identifier. The first RF frequency identifier indicates a second RF frequency different than the first RF frequency. The system further includes a device control module (DCM) configured to receive the first modulated RF signal at the first RF frequency and to compare the communication linking command to a predetermined communication linking command. If the communication linking command corresponds to the predetermined communication linking command then the DCM selects the second RF frequency based on the first RF frequency identifier for subsequent RF signal reception.

Abstract: A control device has a night light that allows the control device to be easily found when the control device is located in a dark space. The control device comprises a low-power night light circuit having an LED characterized by a normal current range. The night light circuit conducts an LED current through the LED in a first mode to illuminate the LED to a first level to provide a night light, where the LED current has a magnitude below the normal current range, such that the night light may be provided in a battery-powered remote control that has an acceptable battery lifetime. The night light circuit is configured to operate in a second mode to illuminate the LED to a second level greater than the first level to provide feedback. The LED current in the second mode has a magnitude within the normal current range of the LED.

Abstract: A method for controlling an external device and a signal transmitting and receiving apparatus thereof. The method for controlling an external device in a receiving apparatus that receives media signals from a transmitting apparatus connected through a wireless network, includes according to an embodiment: receiving information on the external devices connected to the transmitting apparatus from the transmitting apparatus; and displaying the external devices connected to the transmitting apparatus by using the received information.

Abstract: A system for remotely actuating a subsystem in a vehicle is disclosed. A transmitter is configured to transmit a signal to a receiver associated with the subsystem. The system has an associated buffer which is configured to allow the transmitter to transmit a signal to the receiver a predetermined number of times.

Abstract: A trainable transceiver having an integrated interface connections with various vehicle modules for use with various remote electronic devices and a method of programming and using the same. The wireless trainable transceiver is in a vehicle with an integrated interface allowing connection to a human to machine interface and vehicle position determination device, such a navigation system and compass and the wireless trainable transceiver has the ability to change functions associated with preset buttons on the trainable transceiver, depending upon the location of the vehicle.

Abstract: A smart controlling method applied to a smart home system for controlling a number of home appliances of the smart home system is able to learn the habits of the user in relation to the home appliances, deeming a control operation a habit when a certain controlling command is repeated for more than a predetermined number of times in a predetermined period. When the current certain condition value matches one of the habit certain conditions, the smart home system calls the corresponding habit controlling command to control the relative home appliance to execute the habitual operation. A smart gateway and a smart home system are also provided.

Abstract: A tennis ball throwing machine includes a processor mounted on the machine. The processor is operatively connected to a first receiver that is adapted to communicate with the processor and to receive instructions regarding the operation of the machine. A remote controller includes a first transmitter for transmitting signals from the remote controller regarding the operation of the machine. The remote controller includes an interface having start/stop control of the machine. The remote controller has two-way communication with the ball machine processor.

Abstract: A lighting system for areal illumination is disclosed which includes a remote driver and a plurality of fixtures including luminaires, control devices, and/or standalone sensors. The luminaires include a light source whose output light level can be adjusted, a light sensor co-located therewith adapted to measure light received from adjacent fixtures, and a microcontroller capable of transmitting the output of the light sensor over wires to the remote driver. The remote driver is capable of bidirectional communication with the luminaires and provides independently controllable power for the light sources of the luminaires. A movable orb region containing luminaires can also be defined and the light levels of individual luminaires can be set according to their location within the orb region.

Abstract: A trainable transceiver having an integrated interface connections with various vehicle modules for use with various remote electronic devices and a method of programming and using the same. The wireless trainable transceiver is in a vehicle with an integrated interface allowing connection to a human to machine interface and vehicle position determination device, such a navigation system and compass and the wireless trainable transceiver has the ability to change functions associated with preset buttons on the trainable transceiver, depending upon the location of the vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for controlling automatic interworking of multiple devices, and more particularly, to a method for controlling automatic interworking of multiple devices, by which the multiple devices can be easily controlled according to a set operation mode by combining functions of the multiple devices through one central control device without individually controlling the functions of each of the multiple devices, that is, all operations of the multiple devices can be controlled through interworking by one command of an operation mode set in the central control device.

Abstract: System and method for controlling at least one device (2, 3) such as for example an operator for a door, a gate, a window, blinds, shutters, a curtain, an awning or a light source. The system includes at least one controllable unit (10, 14) associated with the at least one device and a plurality of nodes (12, 16, 19, 20, 22) for transmitting control signals to the at least one controllable unit (10, 14). At least one of the plurality of nodes (12, 16, 19, 20, 22) for transmitting control signals are configured for transmitting a command originator, the command originator including an identification of a predetermined type of the node (12, 16, 19, 20, 22), from which the signal originates.

Abstract: A system for the wireless control of an RC model, comprising a transmitting device separate from the RC model, a multifunctional device in the RC model, and a receiver model in the RC model. The transmitting device comprises a first transmitter for transmitting information via digital radio communication to the RC model, and a second receiver adapted to receive second information via digital radio communication from the RC model. The multifunctional device comprises or is connected to one or more electronic accessory modules. The receiver module is connected to or integrated with the multifunctional device, and comprises a first receiver configured to receive the first information and a second transmitter configured to transmit the second information. A method for using the system, a transmitting device suitable for use with the system, and a receiving device suitable for use with the system are also claimed.

Abstract: A wireless car seat toy system is disclosed. The wireless car seat toy system includes a car seat toy coupled to a child car seat in a vehicle containing the car seat inside of the vehicle and a radio frequency system or an audio transmitter system. The radio frequency system and the audio transmitter system include an activation button disposed on a steering wheel of the vehicle. A transmitter is disposed on the activation button as part of the radio frequency system and the audio transmitter system.

Abstract: A wireless digital signal-controlled switch system includes a Wi-Fi embedded RF module for receiving a RF signal from a mobile communication device, a control module with a CPU electrically connected to the Wi-Fi embedded RF module for receiving the RF signal from the Wi-Fi embedded RF module and processing the RF signal, and a relay module electrically connected between a power source and electrical home appliances and controllable by the CPU of the control module to turn on/off the electrical home appliances and to control the operation of the electrical home appliances.

Abstract: A wireless control device for controlling, with a human foot, an apparatus for multiple surgical functions. The device includes a base having small dimensions, at least two modules mounted on the base for generating specific control signals for each of the surgical functions, a transmitter for transmitting the control signals, a receiver receiving the control signals, a source of electricity for supplying the transmitter with electrical current, and two actuators, actuated by the human foot and pivotally mounted to act simultaneously on the corresponding module, the transmitter, and the source of electricity. The actuators are pivotally mounted around respective axes that are perpendicular to each other.

Abstract: A method for extending a reception range of a vehicle remote control system includes: receiving, at a repeater, a first radio frequency (RF) signal having inbound data packets indicating a vehicle function to be performed from a remote transmitter; generating, at the repeater, a second RF signal by placing outbound data packets indicating the vehicle function to be performed between the inbound data packets until reception of the first RF signal is complete; and transmitting, from the repeater, the second RF signal to a reception module of a vehicle remote control system.

Abstract: According to a related remote control system, a remote control processing may occur even during an operated side terminal is in an emergency situation. An operated side terminal transmits, to a relay server, reception status information identifying a reception status for a remote control. Upon receiving a remote control request from an operating side terminal, the relay server determines whether or not a remote control is permitted based on access permission information which includes a pair of an operating side terminal permitted to remote control and an operated side terminal, and additionally, determines, based on reception status information, whether or not the operated side terminal currently accepts the remote control. Based on the determination outcomes, the relay server transmits, to the operated side terminal, a control message related to the remote control, based on which the operated side terminal provides a service.

Abstract: A gateway apparatus for wireless communication is provided. The gateway apparatus includes an interface to which a plurality of electronic devices within a first range connect wirelessly, and a controller configured to provide a communication connection using a frequency band to each of the plurality of electronic devices so that each of the electronic devices connected to the interface is enabled for wireless communication, to split the frequency band into a plurality of bands respectively corresponding to the plurality of electronic devices connected to the interface when it is determined that communication interference occurs between the electronic devices, and to allocate the split bands to the respective electronic devices to control the electronic devices to perform communications through the split bands.

Abstract: An electronic device may communicate wirelessly with another electronic device. The electronic device may include a first processor configured to control only wireless communications with the another device but not operations associated only with the electronic device, a second processor configured to control the operations associated only with the electronic device but not the wireless communications with the another device, and a memory device connected between the first and second processors. The first and second processors may each be configured to exchange information with the memory device separately and independently of the exchange of information by the other of the first and second processors with the memory device.

Abstract: A radio antenna switch module for a high frequency radio transceiver enables the radio transceiver to have a small number of receivers and transmitters and a larger number of antennas, whereby each antenna has a different diversity characteristic. The diversity between antennas provide for greater communication reliability, while the small number of receivers and transmitters allows the transceiver to operate at relatively low power compared to conventional radio transceivers. The switch module also allows for two loopback modes between the transmitter and the receiver for at-speed, low-cost self-test in production.

Abstract: A method of controlling an external apparatus connected with a device includes: providing user input information used to determine a user's intention; identifying an external apparatus controllable by a device; providing apparatus information of the identified external apparatus; receiving control information about the external apparatus, which is generated based on the based on the user's intention and the apparatus information; and transmitting a control command to the external apparatus which is generated based on the received control information.

Abstract: Lighting devices are configured to communicate with one another and with external systems. Sensors located at such lighting devices communicate with the external systems and with others of the lighting devices. Lighting is controlled to maintain safety, to drive customer traffic within a retail facility, or to conserve energy. An application programming interface provides a common mechanism for control of various lighting device types.

Abstract: A radio remote controller precisely transfers user's intended control. A radio communication module transmits control data for controlling a controlled device by radio communications to provide remote control to the controlled device. The radio communication module includes a communication control section, and a communication section. The communication control section creates transmission data by adding repeat information to the control data to be transmitted to the controlled device, with the repeat information being indicative of whether to repeatedly control a function of the controlled device controlled by the control data. The communication section successively outputs the transmission data created by the communication control section via a radio signal.

Abstract: A controlling device such as a remote control has programming for transmitting a signal response to a plurality of control environments, each environment including a signaling device. Each signaling device in receipt of the signal request sends a signal response having a unique ID which is chosen to be characteristically attenuated by the surroundings of the environment. Because the controlling device can only be in one environment at a given time, and given the attenuation characteristics of the signal response from each signaling device, only one signal response will be received by the controlling device in each environment. Location definitions associated with the received unique ID may be used by programming in the controlling device to recall saved devices states, commands sets, macros, and even to dynamically generate commands based on the location information.

Abstract: Disclosed is a handheld device capable of being used as a remote controller, a remote device, a multimedia system and a corresponding controlling method. The handheld device being used as a remote control device for remotely controlling the remote device comprises: a communication unit, for establishing connection with a remote device and performing communication; an operation unit, for operating a specific procedure in the remote device by a user operation; a mode change unit, for switching the operation mode of the handheld device according to feedback information related to the specific procedure which is fed back by the remote device in response to the operation in the operation unit; a sensor data obtaining unit, for obtaining a sensor data, the sensor data being associated with the user hand's action in association with specific coordinate axes; and a sensor data transmission unit, for transmitting the obtained sensor data to the remote device through the communication unit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a control apparatus and a method, a recording medium and a program, which enable to control at least one first device more efficiently and quickly through the use of a second device. The control apparatus stores at least one first operation panel information corresponding to the at least one first device received from the second device; detects the at least one first device; determines whether the at least one first operation panel information remains stored in the control apparatus; displays at least one first operation panel based on the at least one first operation panel information if the at least one first operation panel information remains stored in the control apparatus; and controls the at least one first device.

Abstract: A data processing apparatus includes a motion determining unit and a data processing unit. The motion determining unit detects a predetermined motion of a mobile terminal. The data processing unit selects a device to perform a device cooperation process with and to communicate with the mobile terminal based on a predetermined sound output by one or more devices, which are positioned nearby the mobile terminal, when the motion determining unit detects the predetermined motion of the mobile terminal. The predetermined sound are different for each of the devices.

Abstract: System and method for controlling at least one device such as for example an operator for a door, a gate, a window, blinds, shutters, a curtain, an awning or a light source including at least one controllable unit associated with the at least one device and a plurality of nodes for transmitting control signals to the at least one controllable unit. At least one of the plurality of nodes for transmitting control signals are configured for transmitting a command originator, the command originator including an identification of a predetermined type of the node, from which the signal originates.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a system includes a master node device. The master node device includes communication circuitry configured to facilitate communication with a welding power supply unit via a long-range communication link, and to facilitate wireless communication with one or more welding-related devices via a short-range wireless communication network. The master node device also includes control circuitry configured to manage power consumption of on-board batteries of the master node device and the one or more welding-related devices.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a digital butler consumer electronics product and method. The digital butler, of a price and form factor suitable for consumer electronics markets of developed and developing countries, includes a communications and multi-media console and a wireless remote. The remote may resemble a handheld personal computer (HPC), a palm-held personal computer (PPC or PDA) or a smart phone, but has a low cost and feature set supported by the console that is novel in the consumer electronics market.

Abstract: A safety system for a wireless snowplow controller makes the wireless controller safer and more effective. The system includes a vehicle, a snowplow, a wireless controller and a tether. The controller wirelessly sends one or more control signs to one or more control modules coupled to the vehicle and/or the snowplow. The control signals may be used to control operation of the snowplow. The controller may be configured such that it is only able to send control signals when it is connected, via the tether, to a power supply coupled to the vehicle.

Abstract: A system and method for prosthetic/orthotic (PO) device and/or PO system communication. PO devices of the present invention may employ common communications and/or communications/control modules that allow for wireless communication between PO devices and other devices, such as remote controls and data transfer devices. The present invention also provides for a methodology of determinant and non-interfering simultaneous communication between multiple PO devices of a PO system.

Abstract: A mobile communication device such as a smartphone or a tablet-type computer, can establish a local comlink with a wearable defibrillation system. At the same time, the mobile communication device can establish a remote comlink with other devices in a network such as the internet. Accordingly, communication tasks relating to the wearable defibrillation system can be performed via the local and the remote comlinks, with or without the participation of the patient, who is wearing the system. The patient can thus use the familiar interface of a mobile communication device for interacting with his defibrillator system. Moreover, he can do so while keeping on his regular clothes, which could conceal completely the wearable defibrillator system. The patient can thus preserve his dignity and privacy.

Abstract: A system for remote control of a portable electronic device comprising one or more than one remote control, one or more than one portable electronic device operably connected to the remote control, one or more than one microcontroller connected to the one or more than one remote control and computer instructions operable on the microcontroller stored on a storage connected to the remote control for manipulating the portable electronic device.

Abstract: In one aspect the present disclosure relates to a method for remotely communicating with a product, where the product has a processor. The method may comprise using a program downloaded from a website onto a user's personal electronic device (PED) to establish first and second wireless communications links. The first wireless communications link may be between the PED and the processor of the product while the PED is in a vicinity of the product. The second wireless communications link may be via a wide area network between the PED and a remotely located management system. The management system may be used to communicate with a service facility responsible for at least one of repair or maintenance of the product to enable at least one of remote diagnosing of problems with the PED or remote updating of the PED.