Easy RF remote control pairing for networked set top boxes
US8941784B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 1, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 27, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 2, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N21/4751
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A television service provider system includes a first set top box, a second set top box, and a remote control. The remote control transmits an infrared pairing signal which is only received by one of the set top boxes. The receiving set top box pairs itself to the remote control. The non receiving set top box is not paired to the remote control. The remote control then transmits control signals to operate the receiving set top box. The control signals are received by both set top boxes, but are executed only by the set top box that is paired to the remote control.
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