METHOD FOR ENABLING USER CONTROL OF AN APPARATUS

A method is provided for enabling users to control various functions of an apparatus such as a television signal receiver in an easy and convenient manner. According to an exemplary embodiment, the method enables a user to control an apparatus via a user input device having a key capable of being ro...

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1. Verfasser: KENDALL, SCOTT, ALLAN
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Zusammenfassung:A method is provided for enabling users to control various functions of an apparatus such as a television signal receiver in an easy and convenient manner. According to an exemplary embodiment, the method enables a user to control an apparatus via a user input device having a key capable of being rotated and pressed by the user. The method includes steps of enabling the user to control a first set of functions of the apparatus during a first mode by rotating and pressing the key responsive to an on-screen menu, and enabling the user to control a second set of functions of the apparatus during a second mode by rotating and pressing the key without providing the on-screen menu.