摘要 |
In accordance with one embodiment, a remote control apparatus includes a first transmission means for use when the remote control apparatus is in a horizontal orientation and a second transmission means for use when the remote control apparatus is in a vertical orientation. The remote control apparatus further includes a keypad having a plurality of keys that have a first set of labels for use in the horizontal orientation and a second set of labels for use in the vertical orientation. In addition, a means for determining whether the remote control is in the horizontal orientation or the vertical orientation is provided as part of the remote control apparatus. At least some of the keys have a first functionality when in the horizontal orientation and a second functionality when in the vertical orientation.
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