Patent ID: 7046163
Filing Date: 2006-05-16
Classification: A61H,G08C

Abstract:
1. A spa system including a remote control for controlling operation of a spa, said system comprising: a remote control comprising: a microprocessor; memory connected to the microprocessor; a mode button connected for communication with the microprocessor; a plurality of control buttons connected for communication with the microprocessor; a display connected to the microprocessor; and a first antenna connecting for communication with the microprocessor and for transmitting signals and receiving signals; and a main control at the spa for controlling and sensing a multiplicity of functions of the spa comprising a second antenna responsive to signals from the first antenna and sending signals to the first antenna, the main control sending signals to the remote control for displaying information on the display of the remote control and determining the function of the plurality of control buttons on the remote control, as determined by the information sent to the display of the remote control; whereby the functionality of the control buttons of the remote control is changed with different display signals being sent by the main control.