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Method and system for controlling a display device

  • US 7,030,856 B2
  • Filed: 10/15/2002
  • Issued: 04/18/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/15/2002
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for controlling a display device comprising:

  • registering a start position, wherein a remote controller is placed in a cradle coupled with said display device, and wherein a first location and a first orientation of said remote controller are defined relative to said display device;

    detecting movement of said remote controller and responsive thereto determining a second location and a second orientation of said remote controller;

    determining a point on a front plane of said display device wherein a line extending from a front edge of said remote controller along a longitudinal axis of said remoter controller intersects said front plane; and

    sending a message for causing a cursor displayed upon said display device to be moved to said point.

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