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My system design is based in a completely custom operating environment with all custom graphics and animation. It was designed for ease of use and to have a high WAF rating. (That’s Wife Appreciation Factor!) It can operate on either device or action based depending on the user’s preference.
Device based operation is accessible by simply touching the device banner at the top of the screen and selecting the desired device from the list. Action based operation, including system power, is accessed by pressing the home button. The lower left hard action buttons are direct access to a surround mode and a multi zone page. All page navigation within each device can be accessed with either the side toggle or the 4 screen hard buttons, which have selection feedback to identify each page. All page transitions use a simple morphing animation. I believe that the design’s best feature is that my wife actually uses it to control my bedroom system without my help and with very little explanation of how it works.
Inviting splash screen introduces the location of the remote, the designer, and features inviting background art.
Color-coded functionality, allowing easy discernment between video and audio functions. The user may simply glance at the remote to find where they are.
Directions are provided on pages that may need instructions to continue use.
Subdued background art demonstrates the selected function without overpowering displayed buttons.
Latching source buttons that glow to let the user know exactly where they are.
Pages are titled to further assist the user in navigating through the remote.
Sides of the touchscreen and hard buttons are reserved for consistent mode buttons. The center of the remote is the active use area.
Maximum icons are used to minimize required reading. Text is provided only when icons will not suffice to explain the button’s function.
Well-placed and sized buttons allow a wider variety of finger sizes to use it.
Button placements are consistent, regardless of the function, source, or mode selected, allowing less required reading for the user during normal use.
