Method for remote playing of computer audio content with PDA-assisted navigation
First Claim
1. The method for digital audio content playback and control and communication system thereof comprising of:
- a. personal computer playing digital audio content including but not limited to digital music files and internet radio stations b. audio connection transmitting signal from the personal computer to the reproducing device at the user location c. control connection transmitting user commands from the user location to the personal computer d. adaptor at the user location being part of the control connection e. means of PDA interface including but not limited to infrared port or PDA cradle being part of said adaptor f. PDA device used interfacing with adaptor through said means.
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Abstract
Audio signal produced by a computer while playing computer audio content (such as audio files, real-time streaming audio, internet radio stations, etc.) is transmitted to remote location in the home and reproduced by a home audio system. The method is provided for remote navigation through such audio content and for playback control. Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) is used as a user interface device at the preferred user location. Standard infrared (IR) port of the PDA is used for the command transmission. Alternatively, a standard IR remote control device can be used for a limited interface. A specialized adapter placed at the user location is receiving command signal from PDA device and retransmitting it to the computer, thus allowing user to be located at sufficient distance from the computer.
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3 Claims
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1. The method for digital audio content playback and control and communication system thereof comprising of:
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a. personal computer playing digital audio content including but not limited to digital music files and internet radio stations b. audio connection transmitting signal from the personal computer to the reproducing device at the user location c. control connection transmitting user commands from the user location to the personal computer d. adaptor at the user location being part of the control connection e. means of PDA interface including but not limited to infrared port or PDA cradle being part of said adaptor f. PDA device used interfacing with adaptor through said means. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3)
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