Abstract: The invention relates to a method for configuring the communication between at least one actuator and a remote control, in order to enable a control of the at least one actuator by the remote control, the at least one actuator being configured to communicate with the remote control, the communication between the at least one actuator and the remote control being established according to a first protocol or according to a second protocol, the communication according to the second protocol being implemented via a connection to a router connected to the mains, the method being implemented by a mobile terminal, the mobile terminal being configured to communicate according to the first protocol with the at least one actuator, and with the remote control, the mobile terminal being configured to communicate with the router according to the first protocol or according to a third protocol, the method comprising the following steps: —identifying an identifier of the at least one actuator, —identifying an identifier of

Abstract: In response to a detected presence of an intended target appliance within a logical topography of controllable appliances identity information associated with the intended target appliance is used to automatically add to a graphical user interface of a controlling device an icon representative of the intended target appliance and to create at a Universal Control Engine a listing of communication methods for use in controlling corresponding functional operations of the intended target appliance. When the icon is later activated, the controlling device is placed into an operating state appropriate for controlling functional operations of the intended target appliance while the Universal Control Engine uses at least one of the communication methods to transmit at least one command to place the intended target appliance into a predetermined operating state.

Abstract: A method for controlling the motion of a mobile warning triangle for suitable placement on a roadway acquires information as to color of the lane markings detected by a sensor. When the mobile warning triangle is first placed on the roadway, the sensor is preset in position to detect the lane marking. White or yellow color information of the lane marking or of the black-colored roadway are detected or are not detected by the sensor, and deviations from a required path are recognized when different colors are received in certain combinations by the sensor. If no deviation is recognized in the colors, the mobile warning triangle continues moving forward. If a deviation in colors is recognized, the mobile warning triangle is controlled to hunt to the left and right through one or more predetermined angles to try to detect or redetect the lane marking.

Abstract: A location of a person is identified. A controller core is configured for interfacing with a plurality of sensing devices at a plurality of locations. Each sensing device has a sensor for detecting a threat-condition and an acoustic sensor for generating an acoustic indicator indicative of an incident acoustic wave. The controller core is configured to: (i) upon receiving a trigger, instruct wireless transmission to the sensing devices, of a request for an acoustic indicator generated in the sensing device, wherein the request configures each of the sensing devices to activate a process in respect of an incident acoustic wave; (ii) receive one or more of said requested acoustic indicators; and (iii) based on the received one or more acoustic indicators, identify a location of the person (103) within the building.

Abstract: A signal processing device includes: a superposing circuit for generating a superposed signal obtained by superposing a data signal indicative of prescribed information on an operation signal relating to an operation element of an electric apparatus; an information storage part for storing the prescribed information; a signal transmission terminal for inputting/outputting the operation signal or the superposed signal to/from the electric apparatus or apparatus control devices; and an information transmission terminal for inputting/outputting information to/from an information transfer device which executes reading of information stored in the information storage part and/or writing of information in the information storage part. The signal processing device is connected to an external device via a connector member. Each of the terminals is provided in an area that is inside the connector member in a state where the signal processing device is connected to the external device via the connector member.

Abstract: An information processing device that transmits information on an energy storage device and a power supply-related device in response to a request from the outside or as an event includes, an acquisition unit that acquires information including a state of the energy storage device or the power supply-related device through communication; a storage processing unit that stores the acquired information in a storage medium in association with information that identifies the energy storage device and the power supply-related device, respectively; and a transmission processing unit that transmits display information for collectively displaying the information stored in the storage medium for each system including the energy storage device and/or power supply-related device, or for each place where the energy storage device and/or power supply-related device is installed.

Abstract: Provided is an air-conditioning system including a plurality of communication devices including an outdoor unit that are interconnected. The outdoor unit has a control unit configured to save all communication data exchanged between the communication devices in a memory processor that can be accessed via a network.

Abstract: A personal care device that is capable of two-way communication is provided. In some embodiments, the personal care device operates in a first mode and a second mode depending on whether a signal has been received from a networked computing device, thus allowing a single human-machine interface (HMI) device to both control the personal care device and to cause signals to be sent to the networked computing device. In some embodiments, the personal care device is configured to present media streamed from the networked computing device, and/or to stream audio detected by the personal care device to the networked computing device.

Abstract: A combined EAS and RFID circuit includes an HF coil antenna, a UHF tuning loop, and an RFID chip coupled to a strap that includes a first coupling area and a second coupling area. The coil ends of the HF coil antenna are configured to capacitively and/or conductively couple to one or both of the first coupling area or second coupling area of the strap. The HF coil antenna can include a gap between turns for non-interfering placement of the UHF tuning loop. The EAS circuit can be deactivating upon application of a field at the resonant frequency of sufficient intensity to cause the breakdown voltage to be exceeded between a coil end and coupling area. The threshold breakdown voltage between a coil end and a coupling area can be reduced by laser ablation treatment of a conductive surface of one or both of the coil end or coupling area.

Abstract: Some embodiments are directed to a lockdown apparatus for facilitating initiation of lockdown procedures at a facility that includes multiple doors and is configured for occupation by facility occupants. A lockdown actuator is disposed at the facility and configured to initiate transmission of a lockdown initiation signal upon being actuated, the lockdown actuator being configured to be recognizably distinguishable from the fire alarm actuator. A lockdown communicator is configured to produce a lockdown initiation communication for communicating initiation of lockdown procedures to the facility occupants and individuals not disposed proximate the facility upon transmission of the lockdown initiation signal, the lockdown initiation communication being recognizably distinguishable from the fire alarm communication.

Abstract: Disclosed is an access device of a vehicle having an on-vehicle control device configured to transmit enquiry signals to a mobile identification transmitter to determine the state of motion thereof, and adapt the transmission of the enquiry signals for a response signal received from the mobile identification transmitter containing the state of motion of the mobile identification transmitter, or on the basis of the absence of the response signal. Energy is saved in the event of a response signal containing a communicated stationary state of the mobile identification transmitter or in the absence of a response signal by reducing the frequency of the transmission of the enquiry signals.

Abstract: A system and method for monitoring conditions in a crawl space is provided. The system generally comprises at least one sensor, computing device, data aggregator operably connected to the at least one sensor, processor operably connected to the computing device, power supply, and non-transitory computer-readable medium coupled to the processor and having instructions stored thereon. The system is designed to collect condition data via the at least one sensor and determine whether the conditions within the crawl space could have a detrimental impact on the building. In particular, the system is designed to alert a third-party when a condition might cause damage to a building so that the third-party might correct the cause of the condition.

Abstract: A mobile device is coupled to a computer system configured to access media content sources and play media content items provided thereby on a media device. The mobile device receives a first control specification that includes a plurality of first information items each associated with one of the media content sources and a first action definition. The first information items are concurrently displayed on a remote control user interface of the mobile device. In accordance with a selection of one of the first information items corresponding to a first content source, the mobile device transmits a command of a first action definition corresponding to the selected first information item to the computer system, and receives a second control specification that includes a plurality of second information items. Each second information item is associated with a respective content item provided by the first content source and a second action definition.

Abstract: To provide a mechanism that can further improve security of an electronic key installed in a vehicle interior. There is provided a housing device configured to store an electronic key configured to perform wireless communication with an in-vehicle device mounted on a vehicle, the housing device comprising: a housing formed by using a material that shields a first signal transmitted by the in-vehicle device; a trigger signal reception antenna configured to receive a trigger signal transmitted by a portable device carried by a user; and a control mechanism configured to control whether or not to enable the first signal to reach an inside of the housing based on the trigger signal, wherein the second signal transmitted by the electronic key that has received the first signal is used to control a control target device installed in the vehicle.

Abstract: In response to a detected presence of an intended target appliance within a logical topography of controllable appliances identity information associated with the intended target appliance is used to automatically add to a graphical user interface of a controlling device an icon representative of the intended target appliance and to create at a Universal Control Engine a listing of communication methods for use in controlling corresponding functional operations of the intended target appliance. When the icon is later activated, the controlling device is placed into an operating state appropriate for controlling functional operations of the intended target appliance while the Universal Control Engine uses at least one of the communication methods to transmit at least one command to place the intended target appliance into a predetermined operating state.

Abstract: A remote control device that is to be worn on the appendage of an operator includes a base portion, a wireless communication system, a control, and an insert member. The wireless communication system includes a wireless transmitter for transmitting wireless commands from the remote control device. The control is communicably coupled to the wireless communication system, wherein actuation of the control causes the wireless transmitter to transmit a wireless command. The insert member is removably attached to the base portion.

Abstract: A wireless dual technology displacement sensor (“displacement sensor system”) and method are disclosed. The displacement sensor system includes an analyzing sensor for determining a range to a measuring point and a trigger sensor for activating the analyzing sensor. The trigger sensor is an accelerometer or an optical proximity sensor (OPS), in examples. The analyzing sensor is preferably a time of flight range sensor. When installed as part of a door system having a door and door frame, for example, the trigger sensor detects movement of the door, and activates the analyzing sensor in response. The analyzing sensor then determines the range to the measuring point, such as the door frame. This two sensor system can be thus used to prevent the high current consumption of existing displacement sensor systems.

Abstract: In a system, a medical apparatus and a remote control device perform a pairing procedure, in which the remote control device sends an identifier of the remote control device, the medical apparatus sends a time-referenced information, the remote control device receives the time-referenced information and generates a first hash key based on the identifier and the time-referenced information, and the medical apparatus receives the identifier and generates a second hash key based on the identifier and the time-referenced information. The second hash key corresponds to the first hash key, wherein, when the pairing has been successfully completed, the remote control device sends an instruction controlling the medical apparatus based on the first hash key, and the medical apparatus accepts the instruction if the first hash key corresponds to the second hash key.

Abstract: Downhole equipment and surface equipment communicate wirelessly with each other. A signal wirelessly transmitted at a first frequency from a downhole controller disposed within a wellbore is received at a surface location. The received signal is demodulated to a demodulated digital value. The demodulated value is added to an end of a buffer string. The buffer string is processed to determine whether the buffer string contains a message that is valid. In response to determining that the buffer string contains the message that is valid, the message is decoded. A command signal is wirelessly transmitted at a second frequency different from the first frequency to the downhole controller to adjust a state of the downhole controller.

Abstract: A browser device communicates via Wi-Fi with a central function device. The function device has information regarding all the various remote controls needed by the consumer. The function device communicates wirelessly with the browser device and in turn then operates all of the consumer's electronic devices.