Inventors:
Norma Hill - Fairfield AL, US
Paulette Patrick - Uniontown AL, US
Ruthie Jones - Newbern AL, US
International Classification:
H04N 5/44, G10L 21/00, G06F 3/041
US Classification:
348734, 348E05096, 704E21001
Abstract:
Disclosed is a touchscreen remote control device and system having means of locating the remote if misplaced, wherein the remote includes an imbedded receiver, television control emitter, a signal generator and a touchscreen interface. A corresponding television or electronic device includes three modes of locating the remote, including an audible tone alert, a voice messaging alert and a means of activating the backlight of the remote touchscreen for low light visualization. The remote is a structure that includes a touchscreen for control purposes and for interfacing with the television, wherein the remote includes rechargeable batteries and a speaker for transmitting the audible locating signal upon request.