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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 12, 2008
Filed:
Apr. 03, 2006
Lawrence Andrew Hoffman, Portland, OR (US);
Lawrence Andrew Hoffman, Portland, OR (US);
The Hoffman Group International, Ltd., Tortola, VG;
Abstract
An illuminated keyed remote control device providing illumination in the visible spectrum and the functionality of a wireless signal transmitter. Light projects from one or more translucent portions of the remote control device, at least a portion of which illuminates the key. The illuminated remote control device comprises at least one translucent portion adapted for the transmission of light from a cavity to the outer surface of the housing. At least one control feature is provided to operate transmitter electronics and/or the light source housed in the cavity. The light source produces light within the cavity, the light being then guided from the cavity to the surface by a translucent portion of the housing. The illumination provides the user with an increased ability to see or be seen in the dark and provides illumination that is visually appealing.