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Method and apparatus for use of multiple control systems

  • US 7,139,623 B2
  • Filed: 12/23/2004
  • Issued: 11/21/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/23/2004
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method of controlling at least a first control system and a second control system comprising:

  • providing an operator interface that is communicatively coupled to the first and second control systems;

    determining if a key-press from said operator interface is shared by the first and second control systems and communicating said key-press to the first and second control systems if said key-press is shared, said key-press actuating an operation parameter adjustment of said first and second control systems; and

    determining which of the first and second control systems owns said key-press if said key-press is not shared by the first and second control systems and communicating said key-press to the first or second control system that owns said key-press.

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