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Systems and methods for optimizing low battery indication in alarms

US9019112B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 2013
Grant dateApr 28, 2015
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Expiry dateSep 21, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG08B17/10
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for utilizing a timing component to optimize low battery indication in alarm devices. The method and apparatus may set a timing component based on a condition detected by a alarm device. Upon detection of a low battery condition within the alarm device, the alarm device can delay low battery indication, using the timing component, until a time of day with a higher probably of user suitability.

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