Patents Assigned to GTE ATEA, S.A.
  • Patent number: 4110568
    Abstract: A DTMF generator includes a high gain differential amplifier having a noninverting input, an inverting input, and an output. A first audio oscillator connects to the inverting input of the amplifier via a first series of frequency determining components. A second audio oscillator connects to the amplifier output via a second series of frequency determining components. The noninverting input of the amplifier connects to ground. A plurality of SPST switches interconnects the first and second frequency determining components, such that when any particular switch is closed, a unique feedback path is established from the amplifier output to the inverting input. This causes a ground potential to exist at the contacts of the particular closed switch thereby forcing both oscillators to turn on.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 1977
    Date of Patent: August 29, 1978
    Assignee: GTE ATEA, S.A.
    Inventor: Michael G. C. Taylor