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Key fob dongle

US9171456B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 12, 2015
Grant dateOct 27, 2015
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Expiry dateMar 12, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG08C2201/50
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A dongle for programming a replacement key fob transmitter to a vehicle. The dongle mates to the vehicle's on-board electronics through the Data Link Connector. A diagnostic circuit in the dongle determines a communications protocol for programming a key fob transmitter to the vehicle. Audio and visual indicators are provided to indicate that communications are established and to indicate the successful programming of the key fob transmitter to the vehicle.

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