Abstract: A merchandise display security device for displaying and protecting an article of merchandise is provided. For example, the security device comprises an alarm unit and a first connector electrically coupled to the alarm unit and configured to releasably engage the article of merchandise. The security device further comprises a second connector electrically coupled to the alarm unit. The second connector is configured to releasably engage an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) power supply cable such that the alarm unit is disposed between a source of electric power and the article of merchandise, and the power supply cable is configured to provide power to both the alarm unit and the article of merchandise. The alarm unit is configured to at least one of activate an alarm in the event that the first connector is removed from the article of merchandise or the second connector is removed from the power supply cable.

Abstract: A security system and display module therefore protects an item of merchandise mounted on the display module in a retail environment. The item of merchandise is electrically and mechanically connected to a sensor which is removably mounted on the display module by a first power cord. A second power cord connects the display module to the sensor and a third power cord connects the display module to a source of electricity for supplying electric power to the sensor through the display module and then to the displayed item for maintaining the charge on a battery of the displayed item. The display module contains an alarm unit having an audible alarm which is actuated if the integrity of either of the first or second power cords is compromised. A plunger switch and LED may be contained in the sensor and in a base of the display module and connected to the internal alarm to provide additional security for the protected item of merchandise.

Abstract: A security system for protecting a plurality of items of merchandise on display in a retail environment. Each of the items is connected to a sensor which is removably mounted in a display module and connected thereto by a power cord. A single alarm module located in an inaccessible location is connected to each of the display modules by another power cord. A power cord connects each of the display modules to a source of electricity for supplying electric power to the sensor through the display module and then to the displayed item for maintaining the charge on a battery of the displayed item. The alarm unit contains an internal power source for controlling the alarm circuitry. A plunger switch and LED may be contained in the sensor.

Abstract: An apparatus, a system and a method secure a device and/or a removable attachment of the device with an optical sensor. Additionally, the apparatus, the system and the method attach and/or secure the device and/or the removable attachment to a structural element. A base, a spring and/or a screw connect the device to an alarm box, a power source and/or the structural element. The alarm box and/or the power source communicate with the optical sensor and/or the device via a cable to secure the device and/or the attachment of the device. A programmable logical device controls a voltage from the power source and transmits the voltage to the device. A first LED and/or a second LED indicate that the voltage is provided to the device and that the removable attachment is secured. The optical sensor has a photo emitter and/or a photo receiver to secure the device and/or the removable attachment of the device to a structural element.

Abstract: The invention includes methods of forming devices associated with semiconductor constructions. In exemplary methods, common processing steps are utilized to form fully silicided recessed array access gates and partially silicided periphery transistor gates.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an apparatus and method involving a voltage selectable alarm sensor for operably mounting an anti-theft device to an article being monitored. The voltage selectable alarm sensor comprises a sensor housing, a detector switch having at least first and second alternative positions to indicate that an alarm event is occurring, an electrical cord for providing power to the alarm sensor which power is then directed to the article being monitored through connection to a power output port on the sensor. The voltage emanating from the power output port and directed to the article may be varied by a voltage selection switch positioned on the sensor.

Abstract: A window system for a vehicle including a glass assembly, an electrical device coupled to the glass assembly, a conducting post electrically coupled to the electrical device, sheet metal in the vehicle forming an aperture in the vehicle for accepting the glass assembly, a locating tab located on the border of the aperture, where the conducting post couples to the locating tab to position the glass assembly within the aperture to create an electrical connection to an electrical system in the vehicle.

Abstract: An electrical terminal including a base pad for soldering to a glass substrate surface. The base pad has a curved perimeter that is generally circular, and top and bottom surfaces. The electrical terminal also includes a securement portion having a deformable member for deforming around a conductor wire to capture and secure the conductor wire directly to the securement portion. The securement portion is configured relative to the base pad such that forces exerted by the conductor on the base pad are directed to a central region of the base pad. Two or more cable/terminal assemblies can be attached to a carrier strip by breakable regions to facilitate installation.

Abstract: An anti-theft product display system utilizes a command module and a plurality of sensor satellites arranged in a daisy chain configuration. The command module and sensor satellites operate with microprocessors and can be programmed to perform several operating functions. Each sensor satellite can receive up to eight sensors without requiring shunts or terminators for the unused sensor jacks. A data retention system is incorporated into each sensor satellite to prevent the loss of data in the event of power failure to the command module. The sensor is wired so that an alarm will sound if someone attempts to steal product by either disconnecting the sensor, cutting the sensor wire or shorting the system.

Abstract: There is provided a covert actuation system (50) adapted for incorporation within a housing structure. The system (50) includes a storage assembly (20) displaceably coupled to a frame assembly (10) for covertly actuating an electric device (30a, 30b) coupled to the housing structure. Covert actuation system (50) comprises an attachment mechanism (100) coupled to the frame assembly (10); an electric connector mechanism (300) also coupled to the frame assembly (10) adapted for the electrical connection thereto of at least one electric device (30a, 30b); at least one actuation device (400) coupled to the storage assembly (20); and, a conductor assembly (200) which electrically couples actuation device (400) to electric connector mechanism (300). Conductor assembly (200) includes a flexible intermediate section (210) along which a plurality of adherent devices (220) are disposed in a predetermined spaced manner.

Abstract: An electrical terminal is provided for an electrically heated glass sheet. The terminal includes a base plate defining a central axis generally perpendicular thereto. The base plate is concentric about the axis to facilitate spin-soldering the terminal to a conductive pad on the glass sheet. A terminal post projects upwardly from the base plate for connection to an appropriate mating terminal. The terminal is a drawn, one-piece laminated structure including a base conductor layer and a solder layer.

Abstract: An anti-theft product display system utilizes a command module and a plurality of sensor satellites arranged in a daisy chain configuration. The command module and sensor satellites operate with microprocessors and can be programmed to perform several operating functions. Each sensor satellite can receive up to eight sensors without requiring shunts or terminators for the unused sensor jacks. A data retention system is incorporated into each sensor satellite to prevent the loss of data in the event of power failure to the command module.

Abstract: A glazing unit has a tempered glass pane or other frangible glazing pane carrying a glazing pane breakage detector assembly. The detector assembly includes spaced first and second electrically conductive bus pads formed of electrically conductive material on a surface of the glazing pane. An electrically resistive trace on the surface of the glazing pane is formed of electrically resistive material different from the electrically conductive material of the bus pads. The resistive trace establishes a non-short electrical interconnection between the bus pads, which can be formed of highly conductive material, such as silver-filled paint currently in widespread commercial use. Such bus pads afford a structurally sound attachment, with good electrical contact by soldering, electrically conductive epoxy or the like upon which upstanding attachment tabs are secured. Electrical leads can be attached to such upstanding tabs to connect the detector assembly to suitable security circuitry.

Abstract: An electronic security system for monitoring merchandise is provided which sounds an alarm when a change in the sensors or the electrical connections are detected. The system automatically switches from a closed loop continuous current system to a closed loop battery saving pulse system during a power failure. The system also eliminates the need for shunt plugs, splitter boxes, and other extraneous components in favor of a self-contained solid state electronic circuit.

Abstract: A perimeter security system that includes a perimeter enclosure having a moving portal closure, a plurality of electronic sensors on the enclosure and a security system with conductors for electrically connecting the sensors in series to detect a security branch at one or more of the sensors. A connector arrangement for making series connection between the sensors across the closure when closed includes a pair of connector bodies for mounting at juxtaposed positions on an edge of the closure and on an edge of the enclosure opposed to the closure edge. Male and female electrical contacts are disposed on the connector bodies and connected to the security system for mating engagement when the closure is closed and disengagement when the closure is open. Cam fingers on one of the connector bodies and cam guides on the other connector body automatically align the bodies and the electrical contacts as the closure is closed.

Abstract: An alarm system remotely detects a sensor being attached to or detached from a product. The sensor has a secured state and an unsecured state. The sensor is in the secured state when attached to the product and in the unsecured state when detached from the product. The sensor includes an indicator for indicating the state of the sensor. A detector electrically connected to the sensor determines the state of the sensor. The detector provides a control signal in response to the state of the sensor. The control signal controls the indicator. An alarm is electrically connected to the detector and is responsive to the control signal for indicating the state of the sensor.

Abstract: An alarm system remotely detects a sensor being attached to or detached from a product. The sensor has a secured state and an unsecured state. The sensor is in the secured state when attached to the product and in the unsecured state when detached from the product. The sensor includes an indicator for indicating the state of the sensor. A detector electrically connected to the sensor determines the state of the sensor. The detector provides a control signal in response to the state of the sensor. The control signal controls the indicator. An alarm is electrically connected to the detector and is responsive to the control signal for indicating the state of the sensor.

Abstract: An anti-theft system for electronic component(s) with conventional data port connectors. The invention includes a single sensor or a plurality of interconnected sensors. Each sensor includes a housing and a pair of interconnected conventional data connectors. Switching means is associated with each conventional data connector so that an open alarm circuit connected to the switching means is opened when the data connector is plugged into a compatible data connector and closed when the data connector is unplugged from a compatible data connector. Likewise, closed alarm circuitry is also connected to the switching means which is closed when the data connector is plugged into a compatible data connector and opened when the connector is unplugged and whereby if the closed alarm circuitry is cut an alarm will sound.

Abstract: An anti-theft security device and alarm for detection of the disconnection of electronic equipment such as video cassette recorders from a series electronic signal path loop is disclosed. The chassis of the VCR or other electronic audio-visual equipment is used to complete a series connection between a security circuit and a ground potential signal so that disconnection of the electronic equipment on diplay from the sucurity circuit will cause an open circuit condition. The open circuit condition is detected by an alarm circuit, and the alarm circuit responds by producing an alarm signal which is supplied to audio and visual signalling devices to produce audible and visible theft alert signals.