Apparatus having an emergency alert function with single button control
US7784072B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 30, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 24, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N21/4383
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus such as a television signal receiver, radio or other device provides an emergency alert function. According to an exemplary embodiment, the apparatus includes a tuner for tuning a channel frequency that provides emergency alert signals indicating an emergency event. A processor enables an alert output responsive to the emergency alert signals. A single user input button receives tactile user inputs to control the emergency alert function. The single user input button is the only tactile user input means integral with the apparatus that is capable of controlling the emergency alert function.
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