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Key fob dongle

US9836904B2 · kind B2 · utility

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5Claims
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Filing dateFeb 26, 2016
Grant dateDec 5, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2036

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

Abstract

The disclosed method uses a dongle to program a replacement key fob transmitter to a vehicle. The dongle mates to the vehicle's on-board electronics through the vehicle's existing data link. A diagnostic circuit in the dongle determines a communications protocol for programming the key fob transmitter to the vehicle. Audio and visual indicators indicate that communications are established and the successful programming of the key fob transmitter to the vehicle.

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