FOB command mechanization
US6545629B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 12, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 8, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H2217/042
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A key fob for signaling a receiver on a vehicle includes a housing and a transmitter capable of transmitting multiple signals. The signals actuate multiple vehicle devices on the vehicle. Switches to control the signals include at least one dome protruding through the housing for initiating transmission of a signal. The dome includes a first element depressable for initiating a first signal and a second element depressable independently of the first element for initiating a second signal different from the first signal. The first element protrudes from the housing to a different height than the second element. Thus, the elements can be easily actuated separately from each other.
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