Abstract: The system for controlling a plurality of devices includes a central processor that receives information from a user, translates the information into a command and sends the command to a communication processor. The communications processor formulates a device command to send to a remote device processor which is connected in close proximity to a device that the user wants to control. The communication processor also receives status information back from the device processor which has been accessed. The device processor receiving a command uses the command to control the device attached to the device processor. Each device processor is able to monitor the commands sent to other device processors and can be set to use these commands to control their attached device. This method of monitoring allows many devices to be controlled simultaneously with very few commands.

Abstract: A tool and method for conditioning and maintaining a pool cue tip includes a unitary body member. An abrasive material for sanding and trimming the side wall of the tip is positioned on the body. A member for burnishing the side wall of the tip is also positioned on the body. One or more cavities including abrasive is also included on the body as well as teeth for perforating the tip. The method includes trimming and burnishing the side wall, as well as shaping and perforating the cue tip surface.