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Configuring cable lines to provide data and power

US9292066B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 30, 2010
Grant dateMar 22, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 14, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2213/0038
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method is provided for an upstream device to configure a plurality of lines in a cable. The method comprises the upstream device placing a first voltage on a first one of the lines traditionally specified to supply power; the upstream device grounding a second one of the lines traditionally specified to be a ground line; and the upstream device placing on a third one of the lines traditionally specified to convey data a second voltage for supplying power.

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