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Apparatus and method of single-in-line embedded modem

US7881457B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 26, 2003
Grant dateFeb 1, 2011
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Expiry dateSep 4, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04M11/066
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The invention is a compact embedded modem that meets global telephone standards with its interface constructed in a single-in-line form factor. The modem in single-in-line form factor, namely SIP modem, can be integrated into a host system through a single-in-line header socket. The SIP interface includes TIP and RING signals for connecting to a phone line, isolation spacers, ground pin, power pin, and digital signals for transferring data to and from the host. The digital interface can be configured to operate in serial connection or in parallel connection to the host, selectable by user.

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