METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SYNCHRONIZATION AND REMOTE CONTROL OF CONTROLLING UNITS
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Abstract
Systems and methods for controlling devices, including controller and actuators are disclosed. Actuators may be devices where remote control of the device or devices is convenient, such as lights, window shades, fans and similar items. In one method, a user sends a command to a controller and to an actuator. The controller also sends a proxy update to a second controller that is also in communication with the actuator. The proxy controller, also in contact with the actuator, now has knowledge of the state or position of the actuator and is in a better position if the proxy controller is asked to assume control of the actuator. In another method, an actuator or controller may also receive a trigger setup, asking the actuator to tell the controller when an action occurs, but not to take action until receiving a further command from the controller.
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13. A method for controlling an actuator, the method comprising:
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sending a trigger setup command from a controller to at least one actuator of a plurality of actuators; receiving an indication of an occurrence of a trigger at the at least one actuator; sending a confirmation message of the occurrence of the trigger to the controller; and sending a trigger command to the at least one actuator in response to the occurrence of the trigger. - View Dependent Claims (14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19)
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20. A method for controlling an actuator, the method comprising;
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sending a trigger setup command from a controller to at least one actuator of a plurality of actuators; receiving an indication of an occurrence of a trigger at the at least one actuator; sending a message from the actuator to the controller requesting a trigger command from the controller; failing to receive the command from the controller within a period of time; and executing a predetermined command by the actuator after the period of time. - View Dependent Claims (21, 22)
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23. A method for controlling an actuator, the method comprising:
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sending a command from a controller to an actuator; sending a confirmation message from the actuator to the controller confirming receipt of the command; receiving a switch action at the actuator; sending a message to the controller requesting a command from the controller; failing to receive the command from the controller within a period of time; and executing a predetermined command by the actuator after the period of time. - View Dependent Claims (24, 25, 26, 27)
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