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Systems and methods for controlling a display

US8194034B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 2006
Grant dateJun 5, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2203/04806
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus is provided for controlling a display. The apparatus is moveable by an individual user and includes a motion sensor for detecting and providing an indication of one or more types of movement of the apparatus. The apparatus also includes a transmitter, which is configured to receive the indication of movement, either directly or indirectly, from the motion sensor. The transmitter is further configured to transmit at least one signal based on movement of the apparatus which is configured to initiate display changes in data displayed in a remote display device. A system and a method for controlling a display are also provided.

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