Systems and methods for controlling a smart communication system for a vehicle
US8482382B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R25/248
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A smart communication system and method for a vehicle includes a master switch for toggling smart functionality on and off. An actuation signal is received by a control unit corresponding to a particular vehicle function. The actuation signal indicates that a corresponding actuating operation is occurring. The control unit determines whether the master switch is in an ON position. A key fob of the vehicle is confirmed to be within a search field of the vehicle when the master switch is determined to be in the ON position. The particular vehicle function is actuated when the key fob is confirmed to be within the search field; otherwise, manual actuation of the particular vehicle function is required.
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