Patents by Inventor Paul T. Clegg
Paul T. Clegg has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 7755506Abstract: An integrated controller for complete automation with the ability to control electrical devices through both RF transmission and IR transmissions. In one illustrative embodiment, the integrated controller comprises an antenna for two-way communication with stations located throughout a structure. Each station may control the power supply to an attached electrical device. The buttons on the station may control any electrical device on the system through RF transmission with the integrated controller. The integrated controller also may comprise an IR receiver and at least one IR output. The IR receiver may receive signals from a remote and pass them through to a device, such as a device used in a home theater system, with a built in IR receiver via the IR output. In this manner, the integrated controller is capable of providing complete in home automation.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2004Date of Patent: July 13, 2010Assignee: Legrand Home Systems, Inc.Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Jared Meiners, Scott C. Losee, Douglas E. Allen, Michelle Chatterton, Jared T. Lemke, James Beagley
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Patent number: 7432460Abstract: A configurable switch matrix assembly with button assembly is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or commercial environments. The configurable switch matrix assembly preferably includes a frame for supporting a plurality of positionable cross members and optionally a baffle. The cross members and frame each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the button assemblies to activate switches associated with the keypad. Dynamic status lights and back lights may provide illumination of varying colors and intensities. Button labels may be easily replaced in the button assemblies. Button assemblies of different sizes and shapes may be easily attached to the configurable switch matrix assembly in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation and/or environment.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2007Date of Patent: October 7, 2008Assignee: Vantage Controls, Inc.Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day, Douglas E. Allen
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Patent number: 7432463Abstract: A configurable switch matrix assembly with button assembly is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or commercial environments. The configurable switch matrix assembly preferably includes a frame for supporting a plurality of positionable cross members and optionally a baffle. The cross members and frame each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the button assemblies to activate switches associated with the keypad. Dynamic status lights and back lights may provide illumination of varying colors and intensities. Button labels may be easily replaced in the button assemblies. Button assemblies of different sizes and shapes may be easily attached to the configurable switch matrix assembly in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation and/or environment.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2003Date of Patent: October 7, 2008Assignee: Vantage Controls, Inc.Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day, Douglas E. Allen
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Publication number: 20080218493Abstract: The present disclosure provides for a display device for interfacing with a control and/or automation system. More particularly, the present disclosure provides for an improved display device for interfacing with a control and/or automation system, wherein the electronic display device includes a motion sensor or the like. In exemplary embodiments, the motion sensor is configured to detect at least one of motion or proximity of a human being without being contacted by the human being, the non-contact motion sensor also being configured to activate and/or adjust the illumination/light level of the display/screen from a first illumination/light level to a second illumination/light level when the non-contact motion sensor detects at least one of motion or proximity of a human being.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2008Publication date: September 11, 2008Applicant: VANTAGE CONTROLS, INC.Inventors: Daniel Patten, Scott Chandler, Paul T. Clegg, John McDaniel
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Patent number: 7414210Abstract: A configurable switch matrix assembly with button assembly is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or commercial environments. The configurable switch matrix assembly preferably includes a frame for supporting a plurality of positionable cross members and optionally a baffle. The cross members and frame each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the button assemblies to activate switches associated with the keypad. Dynamic status lights and back lights may provide illumination of varying colors and intensities. Button labels may be easily replaced in the button assemblies. Button assemblies of different sizes and shapes may be easily attached to the configurable switch matrix assembly in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation and/or environment.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2007Date of Patent: August 19, 2008Assignee: Vantage Controls, Inc.Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day, Douglas E. Allen
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Patent number: 7394451Abstract: An apparatus for interfacing with a control system, and in particular a home automation system. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises an integrated LCD touch screen and motion sensor. The motion sensor is used to illuminate a backlight to the touch screen when a person approaches the apparatus. The sensitivity of the motion sensor may be adjusted through a graphical user interface displayed on the touch screen. In addition, the backlighting may be adjusted so that the illumination is at a specific level with the screen is on, i.e., when the motion sensor has been tripped, and a specific level when the screen is off. The apparatus may further comprise an IR receiver for receiving commands via a remote. In addition, the apparatus may be powered from a local bus or an external power supply. The apparatus may comprise a communications port for receiving customized pages from a computer.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2004Date of Patent: July 1, 2008Assignee: Vantage Controls, Inc.Inventors: Daniel Patten, Scott S. Chandler, Paul T. Clegg, John McDaniel
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Patent number: 7361853Abstract: A configurable switch matrix assembly with button assembly is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or commercial environments. The configurable switch matrix assembly preferably includes a frame for supporting a plurality of positionable cross members and optionally a baffle. The cross members and frame each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the button assemblies to activate switches associated with the keypad. Dynamic status lights and back lights may provide illumination of varying colors and intensities. Button labels may be easily replaced in the button assemblies. Button assemblies of different sizes and shapes may be easily attached to the configurable switch matrix assembly in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation and/or environment.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2007Date of Patent: April 22, 2008Assignee: Vantage Controls, Inc.Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day, Douglas E. Allen
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Patent number: 7307542Abstract: A system for commissioning ballasts comprising a wireless device that can be easily transported to any location served by an addressable lighting system. The wireless device allows a user to cycle through a list of uncommissioned ballasts and send a command to a control system to flash the lights connected to each of the ballasts on the list one by one. When a light is observed to flash by the user, the user of the wireless device may then commission the correct ballast with the wireless device. In addition, the user may assign the ballast to a group. In this way, the commissioning of ballasts in, for example, a building is greatly facilitated.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2004Date of Patent: December 11, 2007Assignee: Vantage Controls, Inc.Inventors: Scott S. Chandler, Daniel Patten, Paul T. Clegg, Peter L. Taylor
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Patent number: 6930260Abstract: A switch matrix is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or businesses. The switch matrix preferably includes a support frame for supporting a grid of key positioning members arranged in a series of rows and columns. The key positioning members each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the keys to activate switches associated with the keypad. The cantilevers preferably have knobs which are received in corresponding openings in the keys so that the keys can be removably attached to the cantilevers with a compression fit. This allows keys of different sizes and shapes to be easily attached to the keypad in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2003Date of Patent: August 16, 2005Assignee: VIP Investments Ltd.Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day
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Publication number: 20040163936Abstract: A configurable switch matrix assembly with button assembly is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or commercial environments. The configurable switch matrix assembly preferably includes a frame for supporting a plurality of positionable cross members and optionally a baffle. The cross members and frame each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the button assemblies to activate switches associated with the keypad. Dynamic status lights and back lights may provide illumination of varying colors and intensities. Button labels may be easily replaced in the button assemblies. Button assemblies of different sizes and shapes may be easily attached to the configurable switch matrix assembly in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation and/or environment.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2003Publication date: August 26, 2004Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day, Douglas E. Allen
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Publication number: 20040074742Abstract: A switch matrix is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or businesses. The switch matrix preferably includes a support frame for supporting a grid of key positioning members arranged in a series of rows and columns. The key positioning members each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the keys to activate switches associated with the keypad. The cantilevers preferably have knobs which are received in corresponding openings in the keys so that the keys can be removably attached to the cantilevers with a compression fit. This allows keys of different sizes and shapes to be easily attached to the keypad in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2003Publication date: April 22, 2004Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day
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Patent number: 6660948Abstract: A switch matrix is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or businesses. The switch matrix preferably includes a support frame for supporting a grid of key positioning members arranged in a series of rows and columns. The key positioning members each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the keys to activate switches associated with the keypad. The cantilevers preferably have knobs which are received in corresponding openings in the keys so that the keys can be removably attached to the cantilevers with a compression fit. This allows keys of different sizes and shapes to be easily attached to the keypad in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2001Date of Patent: December 9, 2003Assignee: VIP Investments Ltd.Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day
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Publication number: 20020117386Abstract: A switch matrix is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or businesses. The switch matrix preferably includes a support frame for supporting a grid of key positioning members arranged in a series of rows and columns. The key positioning members each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the keys to activate switches associated with the keypad. The cantilevers preferably have knobs which are received in corresponding openings in the keys so that the keys can be removably attached to the cantilevers with a compression fit. This allows keys of different sizes and shapes to be easily attached to the keypad in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2001Publication date: August 29, 2002Applicant: VIP Investments Ltd.Inventors: Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day
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Patent number: D503607Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2003Date of Patent: April 5, 2005Assignee: VIP Investments, Ltd.Inventors: Devon Millward, Michelle Chatterton, Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day
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Patent number: D505855Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2003Date of Patent: June 7, 2005Assignee: VIP Investments, Ltd.Inventors: Devon Millward, Michelle Chatterton, Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day
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Patent number: D509127Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2003Date of Patent: September 6, 2005Assignee: VIP Investments, Ltd.Inventors: Devon Millward, Michelle Chatterton, Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day
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Patent number: D516411Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2003Date of Patent: March 7, 2006Assignee: VIP Investments, Ltd.Inventors: Devon Millward, Michelle Chatterton, Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day
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Patent number: D521849Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2003Date of Patent: May 30, 2006Assignee: VIP Investments, Ltd.Inventors: Devon Millward, Michelle Chatterton, Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day
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Patent number: D548049Type: GrantFiled: February 13, 2006Date of Patent: August 7, 2007Assignee: VIP Investments, Ltd.Inventors: Devon Millward, Michelle Chatterton, Paul T. Clegg, Wallace E. Day