Remote and controller synchronization for automated furniture controls
US9070280B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 24, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG08C2201/20
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for automatically pairing wireless remotes to the control components of automated furniture items is provided. In embodiments, a pairing mode selection indication is received, indicating a universal mode selection or a normal mode selection. In universal mode, the control component and the remote device are automatically paired based on commands received from the remote device. In normal mode, the control component and the remote component are automatically paired upon confirmation that the unique ID of the remote device corresponds to an ID database. Having paired the control component with the remote device, the control component may execute commands received from at least one remote device. In embodiments, the pairing method includes applying priority rules for particular remote devices. Further, the automatic pairing of remote devices may include varying levels of authorization for different users.
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