System of apparatus and peripherals

摘要

The invention relates to an apparatus comprising control means (114) for controlling functions of the apparatus in response to user commands, the apparatus being connectable to peripherals through communication means (113). The apparatus enables a user to easily control whether a command is sent to the apparatus only, or simultaneously to the apparatus and its peripherals. In this way, a user can easily and simultaneously accomplish tasks, which are common to the apparatus and one or more of its peripherals.