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remote control

Physical device used to control another device remotely (often wirelessly)

Also known as remote · RCU

Instance of: object
, product category
Subclass of: electronic device
, battery-powered device
, handheld device accessory
+2 more

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A remote control, also known colloquially as a remote or clicker, is an electronic device used to operate another device from a distance, usually Wirelessly. In consumer electronics, a remote control can be used to operate devices such as a television set, DVD player or other digital home media appliance. A remote control can allow operation of devices that are out of convenient reach for direct operation of controls. They function best when used from a short distance. This is primarily a convenience feature for the user. In some cases, remote controls allow a person to operate a device that they otherwise would not be able to reach, as when a garage door opener is triggered from outside.

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Has use: channel surfing
teleoperation class of object(s) of occurrence: electronic device
management cybernetics class of object(s) of occurrence: electronic device
Members / parts: push-button
light-emitting diode
printed circuit board
Source of energy: battery
rechargeable battery
Discovered by: Nikola Tesla discovered: 1898
Robert Adler discovered: 1956
Eugene Polley discovered: 1955
Different from: teleoperation

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