I-PORT CONTROLLER

摘要

A multi-zone audio system is provided that is portable to a handheld audio device at a plurality of locations. The system includes a mufti-zone audio system controller having an audio input/output selection circuit for selectively regulating th e source and distribution of audio signals. A plurality of handheld connector docks are distributed about the mufti-zone system. Each connector dock is in communication with th e audio system controller. The connector docks include a connector port, engagable to the handheld device, for communicating music/data/commands between the handheld device and the system controller. A plurality in-wall audio controllers are also distributed about the mufti-zone system. Each in-wall controller is in communication with the audio system controller, and includes an input circuit for selectiv e input of commands to regulate operation of the system controller and/or the handheld device. The handheld connector docks are operative to transfer music/data/comman ds between the audio system controller and a handheld device disposed within th e connector dock.