from
The Free On-line Dictionary of Computing (8 July 2008)
IrDA Control
IrBUS
IrDA-C
<standard> (IrDA-C, formerly IrBUS) {Infrared} standard from
{IrDA}. IrDA Control is a low speed communication standard
that allows cordless peripherals such as keyboards, mice,
{game pads}, and {joysticks} to interact with intelligent host
devices. Host devices include {PCs}, home appliances, game
machines, and television and web {set-top boxes}.
IrDA Control supports data rates of 75 Kbps at up to 8 metres,
and is designed to integrate with devices that use {USB}
{HID}. Parts and products featuring IrDA Control are expected
in 1998.
See also {IrDA Data}, {AIR}.
(1999-10-14)