20240022449. LOAD CONTROL SYSTEM HAVING AUDIO OUTPUT DEVICES simplified abstract (Lutron Technology Company LLC)

LOAD CONTROL SYSTEM HAVING AUDIO OUTPUT DEVICES

Organization Name

Lutron Technology Company LLC

Inventor(s)

Christopher M. Jones of St. Davids PA (US)

Neil R. Orchowski of Plymouth Meeting PA (US)

David T. Saveri, Iii of Nazareth PA (US)

LOAD CONTROL SYSTEM HAVING AUDIO OUTPUT DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240022449 titled 'LOAD CONTROL SYSTEM HAVING AUDIO OUTPUT DEVICES

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a control system that includes multiple audio output devices and a remote control device with a preset selection button. The preset defines different commands for at least two of the audio output devices. When the button is pressed, the audio output devices are controlled according to the different commands, such as starting, pausing, stopping playback, adjusting volume, etc. The control system also includes a load control device, like a dimmer, which can control the intensity of a lighting load to a predetermined level in response to the button press to select the preset. Additionally, the audio output device can play a feedback signal indicating an operational characteristic of the dimmer.

• The control system includes multiple audio output devices and a remote control device.
• The remote control device has a preset selection button.
• The preset defines different commands for at least two of the audio output devices.
• Pressing the button activates the commands for the selected preset.
• The control system also includes a load control device, such as a dimmer.
• The dimmer can control the intensity of a lighting load to a predetermined level.
• The button press on the remote control device can trigger the dimmer to adjust the lighting intensity.
• The audio output device can provide feedback on the operational characteristic of the dimmer.

Potential Applications:

• Home entertainment systems with multiple controllable speakers.
• Lighting control systems for various settings, such as homes, offices, or theaters.
• Audiovisual setups where synchronized control of audio and lighting is desired.

Problems Solved:

• Simplifies the control of multiple audio output devices and lighting loads.
• Provides a convenient way to select and activate different presets for audio and lighting.
• Enables synchronized control of audio and lighting for enhanced user experience.

Benefits:

• Improved user experience with easy control of audio and lighting settings.
• Efficient management of multiple audio output devices and lighting loads.
• Customizable presets for different audio and lighting scenarios.
• Enhanced synchronization between audio and lighting for immersive environments.

Original Abstract Submitted

a control system may comprise a plurality of audio output devices (e.g., controllable speakers), and a remote control device having at least one button for selecting a preset, where the preset defines different commands for at least two of the audio output devices. the at least two audio output devices may be configured to be controlled according to the different commands (e.g., starting, pausing, or stopping playback, adjusting volume, etc.) in response to an actuation of the button of the remote control device. the control system may also comprise a load control device, such as a dimmer configured to control an intensity of a lighting load to a predetermined intensity in response to the actuation of the button of the remote control device to select the preset. the audio output device may be configured to play a feedback signal indicating an operational characteristic of the dimmer.