JP2011526192A - Dynamic selection of tilt function sensitivity - Google Patents

Abstract

Disclosed is a gaming system having a processing device and a remote input device operably coupled to the processing device. The remote input device can include a motion sensor. The resolution of this motion sensor can be set dynamically from the game software so that both coarse and fine gestures can have maximum effect. By allowing game software to assess and control resolution requirements, and by allowing input devices to adjust and respond accordingly, relatively fine gestures and relatively coarse Gestures can be distinguished and expressed with increased accuracy and accuracy.
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Description

Conventional technology

  [0001] A gaming system in which a player's gesture is imitated and the player is animated is known. As used herein, the term “gesture” can refer to a player's movement, or a corresponding movement of an animated representation of this player. Examples of such gestures include movements of all or part of the body, and can include movements of body members such as hands, arms, heads, faces, and the like.

  [0002] In such systems, gestures are typically detected by motion sensors within a remote gaming input device operated by a player. Examples of such motion sensors include gyros, magnetometers, and accelerometers. The supported palette of gestures is typically limited by the resolution preset in the motion sensor. That is, the sensitivity to gestures is typically limited to the resolution set for the motion sensor.

  [0003] In order to perform individual gesture input to the gaming input device in the maximum range, the player usually needs to manually change the sensitivity of the motion sensor. However, if a player selects a fine sensor (ie, a relatively sensitive sensor) and makes a rough gesture, the sensor may tend to clip. Conversely, if the player selects a coarse sensor (that is, a sensor with relatively low sensitivity) and performs a fine gesture, the expression of fine movement tends to be blurred by noise. In either scenario, there is a risk of data loss.

  [0004] Therefore, it is desirable to have a gaming system in which the resolution can be set dynamically from the game software and both coarse and fine gestures can have maximum effect. Enables game software to assess and control resolution requirements and allow input devices to adjust and respond accordingly, thereby increasing accuracy and accuracy, relatively fine gestures and relatively coarse Gestures can be expressed separately.

  [0005] As described herein, a computer system, such as a gaming system, for example, can include a processing device and a remote input device. The remote input device can be operatively coupled to provide input to the processing device. The remote input device can be coupled to the processing device wirelessly.

  [0006] The remote input device may include one or more motion sensors, each motion sensor having one or more sensitivity ranges. For example, the remote input device can include one or more motion sensors, each motion sensor having a plurality of selectable sensitivity ranges. Alternatively or alternatively, the remote input device can include a plurality of motion sensors, each motion sensor having at least one sensitivity range.

  [0007] The processing device may include a context determination module, a sensitivity determination module, and a communication module. The context determination module can be configured to check the current context in an application, such as a game playing application running on a computer. For example, the context determination module can be configured to check the current scripting status in the game playing application or to check the user profile.

  [0008] The sensitivity determination module can be configured to receive information from the context determination module and determine a desired sensitivity range for the remote input device. The sensitivity determination module can be configured to determine a desired sensitivity range based at least in part on the user profile.

  [0009] The communication module may be configured to communicate information indicating a desired sensitivity range to the remote input device. For example, the processing device can signal the remote input device to select one of the sensors from the plurality of sensors and / or to select one of the sensitivity ranges from the plurality of sensitivity ranges. .

  [0010] The remote input device may be configured to receive transmission information indicating a desired sensitivity range. The remote input device can be configured to operate in a desired sensitivity range in response to the received information. For example, the remote input device can be configured to move a particular physical sensor having a sensitivity range corresponding to the desired sensitivity range in response to the received information.

FIG. 1 shows an image of a rough gesture. 2A-C show fine gesture images at various times in tilt mode. FIG. 3 is a functional block diagram of an example of the calculation system. FIG. 4 is a flowchart of an example method for use in a computing system such as that illustrated in FIG. FIG. 5 is a block diagram of an example computing environment in which example embodiments and aspects of the invention can be implemented. FIG. 6 is an example of a network configuration that can implement the aspects of the present invention.

Overview: Example scenario
[0017] An example scenario that can use the systems and methods described herein will now be introduced in the context of a gaming system. However, it will be appreciated that the gaming system is described for illustrative purposes only, and that the systems and methods described herein are not limited to implementation in a gaming system.

  [0018] A typical gaming system is considered to include a game console. A processing device capable of executing the game's motion software application can be housed in the game console. The gaming system can also include a remote input device. The nature of the remote input device can be based on the actual game that the player is playing. The remote input device can communicate information corresponding to a player gesture using the remote input device to the game console. A game console presents a representation of a player's gesture, or effect, on a video display, such as a television, computer monitor, or a dedicated video display to which the game console is operatively coupled Can be made.

  [0019] Consider an example scenario where a player is playing a golf game. Thus, the remote input device can represent a golf club. A player's gesture can be characterized by the player's golf club swing. The effect of the player's gesture can be characterized by the golf club being swung.

  [0020] In an example scenario, there are only three types of golf swings: driving (striking a ball from a tee), chipping (striking with a chip shot), and putting (putting). It will be appreciated that, in general, players tend to swing more strongly when driving (i.e. faster and at a larger angle) than when chipping. Similarly, players tend to swing stronger during chipping than during putting. Therefore, in order to present an accurate and accurate expression of both driving and putting, it is considered that higher motion sensitivity is desired between putting gestures than between driving gestures.

  [0021] The system may be able to recognize gestures used in such game play scenarios and dynamically adjust hardware sensitivity in response to such recognition. For example, the game software can be configured to determine when to switch resolutions and determine the resolution to switch. Since video games are usually scripted interactions, it is common for game software to know the context of the current situation. For example, in a golf scenario, the game software can recognize that if the ball is on a tee, the player is more likely to try driving rather than putting. Similarly, if the ball is on the green, the player is more likely to put rather than drive. Alternatively, the context can be identified based on the club selection. For example, if a player selects a driver, he is likely to be driving. If he chooses a putter, he is likely going to put.

  [0022] The game software can recognize the context and determine the desired sensitivity from this context. As the player moves from the driving context to the chipping context and further into the putting context, the processing device can signal the remote input device to select a sensor that becomes progressively more sensitive. . That is, the driving gesture, the chipping gesture, and the putting gesture can be expressed with high accuracy and accuracy together with the effect.

  FIG. 1 shows an example of a rough gesture image. As shown in the figure, an image of a person holding a microphone is displayed. This rough gesture corresponds to the singer quickly swinging her arm over a 60 degree angle. In order to generate such an image with a clear gesture, a relatively low motion sensitivity is desirable.

  [0024] FIGS. 2A to 2C show examples of fine gesture images at various points in the tilt mode. As shown, the singer is tilting the microphone relatively slowly here at a relatively small angle (eg, at a rate of 10 degrees every 7 seconds). In order to generate such an image with a clear gesture, relatively high motion sensitivity is desirable.

[0025] A detailed description of example systems and methods follows.
Dynamic selection of tilt function sensitivity
FIG. 3 is a functional block diagram of the calculation system example 10. As shown, the system 10 can include a calculator or processing device 20 and a remote input device 30. The processing device 20 can be housed in a game console, for example. The remote input device 30 can be operatively coupled to provide input to the processing device 20. The remote input device 30 can be wired to the processing device 20 or can be wirelessly coupled to the processing device 20.

  [0027] The remote input device 30 may include a human interface device such as a ball, bat, drumstick, fishing rod, or microphone, such as a joystick, headset, helmet, head-up display, etc. Any type of game controller. The remote input device 30 can include gesture recognition hardware. The gesture recognition hardware can include one or more sensors, which can include, for example, motion sensors, thermal sensors, or pressure sensors, or any combination of such sensors. The remote input device 30 can be, for example, a type of robotic device that can also be used for manufacturing.

  [0028] The remote input device 30 may be operable in a plurality of sensitivity ranges. Remote input device 30 may include one or more physical motion sensors 32A-32C. Examples of such motion sensors include gyros, accelerometers, and magnetometers. Typically, only one motion sensor or one type of motion sensor does not provide absolute positioning of a moving object. For this reason, a plurality of different sensors may be employed. For example, an accelerometer can be used to measure movement, while an additional sensor (eg, a gyro) can be used to determine position.

  [0029] Each of the one or more physical motion sensors 32A-32C may be operable in a plurality of selectable sensitivity ranges. The remote input device 30 can include a plurality of physical motion sensors 32A-32C, each of which is operable with at least one sensitivity range. Of course, the systems and methods described herein are not limited to the use of motion sensors. For example, a thermal sensor or a pressure sensor can be used.

  [0030] The processing device 20 may include a context determination module 22, a sensitivity determination module 24, and a communication module 26. The context determination module 22 can be configured to verify the current context in the application 28 running on the processing device 20. For example, the application 28 may be a game playing application. The context determination module 26 can be configured to check the current scripted status within the game playing application 28.

  [0031] The context determination module 22 may be configured to verify the user profile 27. The processing device 20 can include a memory 25, in which a user profile 27 is stored. An example user profile may include one or more predetermined preferences for a particular user. Examples of such preferences include preset presets for gain, sensitivity, and personalization. This can be accessed, for example, through a password or biological sensor. Multiple profiles can be stored at once.

  [0032] The sensitivity determination module 24 may be configured to receive information from the context determination module 22 and determine a desired sensitivity range for the remote input device 30. The desired sensitivity range may be determined based at least in part on the current context in the application 28 running on the processing device 20. For example, the desired sensitivity can be determined based at least in part on the current scripting situation within the game playing application. Sensitivity determination module 24 may also be configured to determine a desired sensitivity range based at least in part on user profile 27.

  The communication module 26 can be configured to communicate information indicating a desired sensitivity range to the remote input device 30 for use in selecting the sensitivity range for the remote input device 30. The processing device 20 can signal the remote input device 30 to operate in the desired sensitivity range. This signal can be transmitted between the processing device 20 and the remote input device 30 through a wired or wireless connection. That is, the processing device 20 can send control signals to these sensors to set the sensitivity of the sensors in the remote input device 30.

  [0034] Such a signal may include a column informing the remote input device 30 of the desired sensitivity range. For example, the signal can include a number of bits (eg, 2 bits) corresponding to a desired scale setting. This number of bits (ie, the range of sensitivity) can be a parameter value that may be adjustable through the processing device.

  [0035] The remote input device 30 may receive a signal from the processing device 20, that is, may receive information indicating a desired sensitivity range from the processing device 20. Remote input device 30 can operate in a desired sensitivity range in response to receiving information communicated from processing device 20.

  [0036] For example, the remote input device 30 can be operated in one selected from the plurality of sensitivity ranges to one selected from the physical motion sensor in response to receiving the communicated information. . When the remote input device 30 includes a plurality of physical motion sensors, the remote input device 30 can select and operate one that can operate within a desired sensitivity range from the plurality of physical motion sensors. When the remote input device 30 includes a physical motion sensor operable in a plurality of selectable sensitivity ranges, the remote input device 30 selects a desired sensitivity range from the plurality of sensitivity ranges in which the motion sensor can operate. Thus, the physical motion sensor can be operated within a desired sensitivity range.

  In summary, FIG. 4 shows a flowchart of an example method 60 for use in a computing system such as that shown in FIG. At 62, a desired sensitivity range for the remote input device can be determined at the processing device. As shown at 64, the determination at 62 can be based, at least in part, on the current context in the application running in the system. As shown at 66, the determination at 62 may be based at least in part on the user profile.

[0038] At 68, the processing device may signal the remote input device to operate at the desired sensitivity range. The processing device can send a signal to the remote input device to cause the motion sensor in the remote input device to operate at a selected sensitivity range, such as at 70. Alternatively or in addition, the processing device can signal a selected one of the plurality of motion sensors to the remote input device to operate in the desired sensitivity range, as at 72.
Example of computing environment
[0039] FIG. 5 illustrates an example computing environment in which embodiments and example aspects may be implemented. The computing system environment 100 is only one example of a suitable computing environment and is not intended to suggest any limitation as to usage range or functionality. Nor should the computing environment 100 be interpreted as having any dependency or requirement relating to any one component or combination of components illustrated in the exemplary computing environment 100.

  [0040] A number of other general purpose or special purpose computing system environments or configurations may also be used. Examples of well-known computing systems, environments, and / or configurations that may be suitable for use include, but are not limited to, personal computers, server computers, handheld or laptop devices, multiprocessor systems, micros Includes processor-based systems, set-top boxes, programmable consumer electronics, network PCs, minicomputers, mainframe computers, embedded systems, distributed computing environments including any of the aforementioned systems or devices, etc. .

  [0041] Computer-executable instructions, such as program modules, executed by a computer may be used. Generally, program modules include routines, programs, objects, components, data structures, etc. that perform particular tasks or implement particular abstract data types. A distributed computing environment can also be used in which tasks are performed by remote processing devices that are linked through a communications network or other data transmission medium. In a distributed computing environment, program modules or other data can be located in both local and remote computer storage including memory storage devices.

  With reference to FIG. 5, an example system includes a general purpose computing device in the form of a computer 110. The components of computer 110 may include, but are not limited to, computing device 120, system memory 130, and system bus 121. System bus 121 couples various system components, including system memory, to computing device 120. The computing device 120 can represent multiple logical processing units, such as logical processing units supported in a multi-thread processor. The system bus 121 may be any of various types of bus structures including a memory bus or memory controller, a peripheral bus, and a local bus using any of a variety of bus architectures. Can do. By way of example and not limitation, such architectures include industry standard architecture (ISA) bus, micro channel architecture (MCA) bus, extended ISA (EISA) bus, video electronics standards alliance (VESA) local bus. , And peripheral component interconnect (PCI) bus (also known as mezzanine bus). The system bus 121 can also be implemented as a point-to-point connection, switching fabric, etc., among other communication devices.

  [0043] Calculator 110 typically includes a variety of computer-readable media. Computer readable media can be any available media that can be accessed by computer 110 and includes both volatile and nonvolatile media, removable and non-removable media. By way of example and not limitation, computer readable media may include computer storage media and communication media. Computer storage media is both volatile and non-volatile removable, implemented in any manner or technique for the storage of information such as computer readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data. And non-removable media. Computer storage media include, but are not limited to, RAM, ROM, EEPROM, flash memory or other memory technology, CDROM, digital versatile disk (DVD) or other optical disk storage, magnetic cassette, magnetic tape, magnetic disk disk It includes storage or other magnetic storage devices, or any other medium that can be used to store desired information and that is accessible by computer 110. Communication media typically embodies computer readable instructions, data structures, program modules or other data in a modulated data signal such as a carrier wave or other transport mechanism and includes any information delivery media. The term “modulated data signal” means a signal that is changing in such a way that one or more of its characteristics is encoded in the signal. By way of example and not limitation, communication media includes wired media such as a wired network or direct-wired connection, and wireless media such as acoustic, RF, infrared, and other wireless media. Combinations of any of the foregoing should also be included within the scope of computer-readable media.

  [0044] The system memory 130 includes computer storage media in the form of volatile and / or nonvolatile memory such as read only memory (ROM) 131 and random access memory (RAM) 132. The basic input / output system 133 (BIOS) includes basic routines for assisting information transfer between elements in the computer 110, and is usually stored in the ROM 131, such as during startup. RAM 132 typically contains data and / or program modules that are immediately accessible to computing device 120 or data and / or program modules that are currently being processed by computing device 120. By way of example and not limitation, FIG. 5 shows an operating system 134, application programs 135, other program modules 136, and program data 137.

  [0045] The computer 110 may also include other removable / non-removable volatile / nonvolatile computer storage media. By way of example only, FIG. 5 illustrates reading from and writing to a hard disk drive 140 that reads from and writes to non-removable non-volatile magnetic media, and removable non-volatile magnetic disk 152. Shown is a magnetic disk drive 151 that performs and an optical disk drive 155 that reads from and writes to a removable non-volatile optical disk 156, such as a CDROM or other optical medium. Other removable / non-removable, volatile / nonvolatile computer storage media that can be used in the example operating environment include, but are not limited to, magnetic tape cassettes, flash memory cards, digital versatile disks, digital video. Includes tape, solid state RAM, solid state ROM, etc. Hard disk drive 141 is typically connected to system bus 121 via a non-removable memory interface, such as interface 140, and magnetic disk drive 151 and optical disk drive 155 are typically as interface 150. The system bus 121 is connected by a removable memory interface.

  [0046] The drives discussed above and illustrated in FIG. 5 and associated computer storage media store computer readable instructions, data structures, program modules, and other data of the computer 110. In FIG. 5, for example, hard disk drive 141 is illustrated as storing operating system 144, application programs 145, other program modules 146, and program data 147. It should be noted that these components can be the same or different from operating system 134, application program 135, other program modules 136, and program data 137. The operating system 144, application programs 145, other program modules 146, and program data 147 are now given different numbers, at least to indicate that they are different copies. A user may enter commands and information into the computer 110 through input devices such as a keyboard 162 and pointing device 161, commonly referred to as a mouse, trackball or touch pad. Other input devices (not shown) can include a microphone, joystick, game pad, satellite dish, scanner, and the like. These and other input devices are often connected to the computing device 120 via a user input interface 160. The user input interface 160 is coupled to the system bus 121 but can also be connected by other interfaces and bus structures such as a parallel port, game port, or universal serial bus (USB). is there. A monitor 191 or other type of display device is also connected to the system bus 121 via an interface, such as a video interface 190. In addition to the monitor, the computer can also include other peripheral output devices, such as speakers 197 and printer 196, which can be connected through an output peripheral interface 195.

  [0047] Computer 110 may also operate in a networked environment using logical connections to one or more remote computers, such as remote computer 180. The remote computer 180 can be a personal computer, server, router, network PC, peer device, or other common network node, and typically includes many or all of the elements described above with respect to the computer 110. FIG. 5 shows only the memory storage device 181. The logical connections shown in FIG. 5 include a local area network (LAN) 171 and a wide area network (WAN) 173, but can also include other networks. Such network environments are commonplace in offices, enterprise-wide computer networks, intranets and the Internet.

When used in a LAN network environment, the computer 110 is connected to the LAN 171 via a network interface or adapter 170. When used in a WAN network environment, the computer 110 typically includes a modem 172 or other means for establishing communications over the WAN 173, such as the Internet. The modem 172 can be internal or external and can be connected to the system bus 121 via the user input interface 160 or other appropriate mechanism. In a networked environment, the program modules illustrated with respect to computer 110, or portions thereof, may be stored in a remote memory storage device. By way of example and not limitation, FIG. 5 illustrates remote application program 182 as residing on memory device 181. It will be appreciated that the network connections shown are exemplary and other means of establishing a communications link between the computers can be used.
An example of a distributed computing framework or architecture
[0049] In view of personal computing and Internet convergence, various distributed computing frameworks have been developed and are under development. Individuals and business users alike are being provided with seamlessly interoperable and web-enabled interfaces for applications and computers, and computing activities are increasingly becoming web browser or network oriented.

  [0050] For example, the MICROSOFT® .NET platform includes servers, building-block services such as web-based data storage, and downloadable device software. Generally speaking, the .NET platform can (1) run a full range of computers together and automatically update and synchronize user information in all of these. (2) By using a lot of XML instead of HTML, the interaction ability of the web site can be improved. (3) For example, customized access and distribution of products and services from a central starting point to users for the management of various applications such as e-mail or software such as Office.NET. To provide online services. (4) Provide centralized data storage that enhances efficiency and ease of access to information, and synchronization of information between users and devices. (5) It is possible to integrate various communication media such as e-mail, fax, and telephone. (6) For developers, by creating reusable modules, it is possible to increase productivity and reduce the number of program errors. (7) Many other inter-platform integration mechanisms are also provided.

[0051] Although this specification has described example embodiments in connection with software located on a computer, one or more portions of the present invention can perform services in all of the .NET languages and services. So that services in these languages and services can be supported, or services can be accessed through these languages and services, and services can also be executed in other distributed computing frameworks, It can also be implemented through an operating system, API, or middleware software between the coprocessor and the requesting object.
Network environment
[0052] FIG. 6 illustrates an example network environment in which the present invention may be used. Of course, while the actual network and database environment can be arranged in various configurations, the example environment presented here introduces a framework for understanding the types of environments in which embodiments can operate.

  [0053] This example network may include one or more client computers 200a, server computers 200b, data source computers 200c, and / or databases 270, 272a, and 272b. The client computer 200a and the data source computer 200c can electronically communicate with the server computer 200b through a communication network 280 (eg, an intranet, the Internet, etc.). The client computer 200a and the data source computer 200c can be connected to a communication network by a communication interface 282. The communication interface 282 can be any type of communication interface, such as an Ethernet connection, a modem connection, a wireless connection, and the like.

  [0054] The server computer 200b can manage the database 270 by database server system software such as SQL Server of MICROSOFT (registered trademark). Thus, the server 200b can function as a warehouse for data from various data sources and provides that data to various data consumers.

  In the example network environment of FIG. 6, the data source can be provided by a data source computer 200c. The data source computer 200c can transmit data to the server computer 200b through the communication network 280. The communication network 280 may be a LAN, a WAN, an intranet, the Internet, or the like. The data source computer 200c can store the data locally in the database 2772a. The database 272a may be a database server or the like. Data provided by data source 200c can be combined and stored in a large database such as a data warehouse maintained by server 200b.

  [0056] When the client computer 200a desires to use data stored in the server computer 200b, the database 270 can be accessed through the communication network 280. The client computer 200a can access the data through, for example, a query, a form, and the like. It will be appreciated that any configuration of computer is equally compatible with embodiments of the present invention.

Claims (20)

A method for use in a computing system, the computing system comprising a processing device and a remote input device, wherein the remote input device is operable in a plurality of sensitivity ranges, the method comprising:
In the processing device, determining a desired sensitivity range for the remote input device;
Signaling by the processing device to the remote input device to operate in the desired sensitivity range;
Including a method.   The method of claim 1, wherein the computing system includes a game playing system, and the step of determining the desired sensitivity range includes at least a current context in an application running on the game playing system. A method based in part.   The method of claim 1, wherein the computing system comprises a game playing system and the step of determining the desired sensitivity range is based at least in part on a user profile.   The method of claim 1, wherein the remote input device includes a motion sensor operable in a plurality of selectable sensitivity ranges, and the step of sending a signal to the remote input device by the processing device is performed by the processing device. Sending a signal to a remote input device to operate the motion sensor in a sensitivity range selected from the plurality of sensitivity ranges.   The method of claim 1, wherein the remote input device includes a plurality of motion sensors, each of the motion sensors operating in at least one sensitivity range, and sending a signal to the remote input device by the processing device. Signaling by the processing device to operate a sensor selected from the plurality of sensors.   The method of claim 1, wherein the remote input device comprises at least one of a gyro, an accelerometer, or a magnetometer.   The method of claim 1, wherein the remote input device is wirelessly coupled to the processing device. A system,
A context determination module configured to verify a current context in an application running on the computer;
A sensitivity determination module configured to receive information from the context determination module and determine a desired sensitivity range for a remote input device, the remote input device operating to provide input to the computer A sensitivity determination module, wherein the remote input device is operable in a plurality of sensitivity ranges;
A communication module configured to communicate information indicative of the desired sensitivity range to the remote input device for use in selecting a sensitivity range for the remote input device;
Including the system.   The system of claim 8, wherein the remote input device is wirelessly coupled to the computer.   9. The system according to claim 8, wherein the application running on the computer is a game playing application, and the context determination module confirms the current script status in the game playing application. System configured.   9. The system of claim 8, wherein the context determination module is configured to verify a user profile, and the sensitivity determination module determines the desired sensitivity range based at least in part on the user profile. System configured to do.   9. The system of claim 8, wherein the remote input device includes a physical motion sensor having a plurality of sensitivity ranges and operates in the desired sensitivity range in response to transmitted information indicative of the desired sensitivity range. Configured system.   9. The system of claim 8, wherein the remote input device includes a plurality of physical motion sensors, each of the motion sensors having at least one sensitivity range, wherein the remote input device indicates the desired sensitivity range. Responsive to the transmitted information, configured to move at least one of the physical motion sensors, the at least one physical motion sensor being operable in a sensitivity range corresponding to the desired sensitivity range. There is a system.   9. The system of claim 8, wherein the remote input device includes at least one of a gyro, accelerometer, or magnetometer. A computer-implemented game-playing system,
A remote input device including a physical motion sensor operable in multiple sensitivity ranges;
A processing device that checks the status of a current script in a game playing application running on the processing device and that is desired for the remote input device based at least in part on the status of the current script A processing device that determines a sensitivity range of the device and communicates information indicating the desired sensitivity range to the remote input device;
Including
The remote input device receives transmission information indicating the desired sensitivity range from the processing device, and operates the physical motion sensor in the desired sensitivity range in response to receiving the transmission information; Computer-implemented game playing system.   The system of claim 15, wherein the processing device determines the desired sensitivity range based at least in part on a user profile.   16. The system of claim 15, wherein the physical motion sensor is operable with a plurality of selectable sensitivity ranges, and wherein the plurality of sensitivity ranges are responsive to the remote input device receiving the communication information. A system for operating the physical motion sensor in one selected from:   16. The system of claim 15, wherein the remote input device includes a plurality of physical motion sensors, each of the physical motion sensors being operable in at least one respective sensitivity range, wherein the remote input device is the transmitting device. A system that operates a selected one of the plurality of physical motion sensors in the desired sensitivity range in response to receiving information.   The system of claim 15, wherein the physical motion sensor comprises at least one of a gyro, an accelerometer, or a magnetometer.   16. The system of claim 15, wherein the remote input device is wirelessly coupled to the computer.

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