Modular wireless power, light and automation control
US9589459B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 18, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 18, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02B20/40
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A device and method for controlling a host apparatus (300) through a wireless link with a personal controller (10). The device includes a wireless communications module (202) configured to communicate with personal controller (10) via a peer-to-peer communications standard. The device connects to host apparatus (300) via a plug and receptacle interface (206) which includes power and signal pins. The device simulates an actuation signal using a reed relay (216) to cause host apparatus (300) to perform a function.
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