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System and method for handing off the configuration of a building device from a contractor to a customer using a hang tag or the like

US12038193B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 28, 2022
Grant dateJul 16, 2024
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Expiry dateJan 7, 2043

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG05B2219/2642
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present disclosure relates generally to systems, methods and tools for coordinating the activities of a contractor and a user during a setup process of a building control system. In some instances, a contractor may install a building device and then partially configure the building device. The contractor may then leave a message at the building device for a customer. The message may including an instruction on how the customer can take action to further configure the building device. In some cases, the message may include an electronic message displayed on a display of the building device. In some cases, the message may be on a cling that is releasably secured to a face of the building device and/or may be on a hang tag that is releasably secured to the building device.

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