Systems, methods and devices for detecting infrared noise at a remote control
US9172463B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 8, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 27, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 2, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B10/1143
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems, devices and methods provide feedback about the quality of communication between a device and a remote control. A wireless signal is sent between a controlled device and the remote control. The quality of the signal can be measured and reported to a user, installer, troubleshooter, customer service agent or other person in any manner. Quality may be determined based upon the strength of the received signal as well as the amount of noise that is present. The quality measurements provide feedback that allows a user, installer, customer service representative or other person to change the positions of the device or the remote control, or to take other actions based upon the quality of the wireless signal that is received.
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