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Customizable Remote Control (Qorvo’s Chip with BLE, ZigBee, and Infrared Technologies)

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In a nutshell

In this mini case study, we will explore the collaboration between a needCode engineer and another company to develop a new Remote Control (RC) for Set-Top Boxes (STB). The RC was built around Qorvo’s chip, which offers compatibility with both traditional TV and Internet television. The project utilized BLE, ZigBee, and infrared technologies to enable remote control functionalities, including channel changing. The primary goal of the project was to provide buyers with a default application through a ready-made SDK, allowing them to customize and control various objects effortlessly using the RC.

Project overview

Project Duration:

08.2022-12.2022

Team Setup:

1 x Embedded Software Engineers

Technology:

BLE, ZigBee, C, python

Client Requirements

The client, a company specializing in consumer electronics, sought to create a feature-rich Remote Control for STBs that could cater to both traditional TV and Internet television users. They aimed to integrate BLE, ZigBee, and infrared technologies to ensure seamless connectivity and control over multiple devices. The primary requirement was to offer a user-friendly default application via an SDK that would empower buyers to configure and control a wide array of objects using the RC.

Project Scope

The project’s scope encompassed the following key aspects:

  • Collaboration with the client company to understand their specific requirements and objectives.
  • Integration of Qorvo’s chip into the RC design, taking advantage of its compatibility with TV and Internet television.
  • Implementation of BLE, ZigBee, and infrared technologies to enable remote control and channel changing capabilities.
  • Development of a ready-made SDK that would come with a default application, providing users with a solid foundation for customization.
  • Ensuring the SDK’s flexibility, allowing buyers to freely configure and control various objects using the RC.

Approach

To fulfill the client’s vision and achieve the project’s goals, the needCode engineer adopted the following approach:

  • Collaborated closely with the client’s team to gather detailed requirements and align objectives.
  • Evaluated and selected Qorvo’s chip for its compatibility with the diverse range of STBs, including TV and Internet television.
  • Integrated BLE, ZigBee, and infrared technologies to enable seamless connectivity and control over multiple devices.
  • Designed an intuitive default application as part of the SDK to showcase the RC’s functionalities and provide a starting point for customization.
  • Developed a robust SDK that offered extensive configurability, allowing buyers to control a wide array of objects with the RC.

Results and Achievements

The collaboration between the needCode engineer and the client company yielded impressive results and achievements:

  • Successful integration of Qorvo’s chip into the RC design, providing compatibility with both TV and Internet television.
  • Implementation of BLE, ZigBee, and infrared technologies, enabling seamless remote control and channel changing functionalities.
  • Development of a ready-made SDK with a user-friendly default application, offering buyers a solid foundation for customizations.
  • The SDK’s configurability empowered buyers to freely configure and control various objects using the RC, enhancing user experience and satisfaction.

Conclusion

The successful collaboration between the needCode engineer and the client company resulted in the development of a feature-rich Remote Control for STBs. By leveraging Qorvo’s chip and incorporating BLE, ZigBee, and infrared technologies, the RC offered seamless connectivity and control over diverse devices. The inclusion of a ready-made SDK with a user-friendly default application provided buyers with the flexibility to customize their RC experience, making it a versatile and sought-after product in the market.

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