Abstract: An intelligent lock that can set a key code by itself, a key which can be used for many locks, as well as a setting tool are presented. The key may include a housing, a battery, a head, a group of contacts provided on the head, a non-volatile memory, and a special key code. The contacts for power supply and data transmission are connectable with two ends of the battery through respective wires. The intelligent lock system can easily set or cancel a key code by itself, and a single key can operatively replace many kinds of keys. The intelligent lock is cheap and easy to use.

Abstract: Actuating a security system includes providing a first set of access codes to a wireless device and causing the wireless device to transmit the first set of access codes to a first controller that actuates the security system. The first set of access codes provided to the wireless device may expire. Actuating a security system may also include providing expiration dates for each of the first set of access codes provided to the wireless device. Actuating a security system may also include examining each of the expiration dates and, in response to a particular expiration date being prior to a current date, erasing from the wireless device a particular one of the first set of access codes that corresponds to the particular expiration date.

Abstract: Apparatus for sharing entrance of a multiple dwelling house. The apparatus controls the visit and/or calling of a door-to-door sales agent. The apparatus automatically receives delivery of goods addressed to one of the dwelling units regardless of the presence or absence of a resident. Registered agents, such as residents and agents granted access, use an IC card that carries identification information to gain access of a shared entrance. For each dwelling unit, a registered agent likewise uses the IC card to send family identification information or agent identification information to a door phone apparatus, thereby unlocking the door lock of the entrance for a family member.

Abstract: An electronic locking device is disclosed which, when applied to rental lockers, will allow electronic data to be delivered without causing inconvenience to a user. One who desires to use a locker will approach an input device while in possession of a recording device. The input device will detect the approach of the recording device without coming into contact therewith, and will output data indicating the detection thereof to a management device. The management device will extract the locker IDs of the lockers that are not currently being used, and will display the unused lockers on the input device. When a user inputs the selection of a locker and a password into the input device, the locker ID of the selected locker and the password will be output to the management device. The management device will set the electronic data, i.e., the electronic key, for opening the selected locker, wirelessly output the electronic key to the recording device via the input device, and the selected locker will be unlocked.

Abstract: When transmitting an instruction for activating an immobilizer function to a subject vehicle, a base station also transmits a given ID code for releasing the immobilizer function. An immobilizer ECU that receives the instruction and the given ID code, prohibits an engine from being started by other than a key having the given ID code. Therefore, a regular user alone, who owns a key having the given ID code, can start the engine.

Abstract: For registering or updating the information of second identification codes stored in a theft prevention apparatus when the theft prevention apparatus is replaced, a third identification code sent from a third apparatus which is mounted in a motor vehicle is checked against a third identification code stored in the theft prevention apparatus, and must be identical thereto. Even if a third party prepares and installs an ignition key and a theft prevention apparatus of its own on the motor vehicle, the third identification code is not verified, and hence the information of second identification codes cannot be equalized.

Abstract: A system for transportation or access control of persons and/or goods in a building comprises at least one story terminal for recognition of at least one identification code of a person or an item, at least one data memory for storing at least one user profile with details with respect to a predefined destination story of the person or item or with details with respect to the access authorization of the person or item to a zone of the building, and at least one processor for associating a recognized identification code with a user profile. The processor and the data memory are arranged in at least one bus module. The bus module communicates, through a signal bus, details with respect to the predefined destination story of the person or item or details with respect to the access authorization of the person or item to the zone. A methodology for maintaining the system can be implemented through a computer program. The system can also be retrofitted into existing installations.

Abstract: A system, method and apparatus for controlling consumer electronic (CE) devices. A control unit obtains CE device command codes and “metadata” from an interactive, wirelessly accessible database. The control unit uses the metadata, which is data relating to the unique control behaviors of a CE device, to translate between a universal control command and one or more of the command codes associated with the CE device. A wireless access method is used to download the CE device metadata and command codes to a central server or to the control unit itself. The control unit provides an interface by which end users can provide feedback concerning downloaded metadata and command codes, such that erroneous data may be corrected or so that other users may determine whether the data is worth accessing.

Abstract: A security system to create and maintain a secure communication link between a remote secure storage site and a law enforcement office using a continuous prearranged encrypted signal on the communication link. The authenticity of the encrypted signal is validated at the law enforcement office. Interruption of the encrypted signal is treated as an alarm that must be investigated. Sensors at the remote secure storage site detect intrusions and trigger the transmission of an alarm signal from the site to the law enforcement office on the communication link. The law enforcement office may enable video cameras or containment devices in the event of an intrusion.

Abstract: A method of using an electronic locking system to access one of a plurality of lockers includes programming the system by recording at least one biometric characteristic of a user, storing the recorded biometric characteristic of the user in memory, and associating the recorded biometric characteristic of the user with one of the lockers so that the user is authorized to access the locker. The method also includes locking the locker, re-recording the biometric characteristic of the user, after the re-recording step, comparing the re-recorded biometric characteristic of the user with the recorded biometric characteristic of the user and unlocking the locker if the re-recorded biometric characteristic of the user matches the recorded biometric characteristic of the user. The system is newly reprogrammed for each subsequent user of the locker.

Abstract: Message data are picked up by using a decoder 2 from received signals received by a receiver portion 1 of a radio paging receiver, and stored in a RAM 4a of a CPU 4. An informing portion 9 informs a user of the message. The user designates any character sequences in the message stored in the RAM 4a by a character sequence designating unit 4b. A character sequence retrieving unit 4c retrieves whether or not designated character sequences are contained in stored messages. When the messages containing the designated character sequences are detected, a time counting unit 4d monitors whether or not a predetermined time has been lapsed after storage of concerned messages. An erasing unit 4e erases unnecessary messages stored in the RAM 4a from the RAM 4a after the predetermined time has been lapsed.

Abstract: A method and system for relearning a previously programmed, authenticated key. The system includes an electronic control module (ECM) and a key. The method begins when the ECM fails to match an identification code (ID) of the key with all active or disabled IDs that are stored within the ECM. Thereafter, the ECM sends a signal to the key by encryption with a default secret code. If the key does not respond to this signal, then the ECM sends a signal to the key by encryption with one of a series of unique secret codes. The key receives this signal and then transmits an encrypted valid response signal to the ECM. The ECM extracts a key password from the encrypted valid response signal and compares this key password to a module password. Thereafter, the ECM determines that the passwords are identical and the ECM stores the key ID.

Abstract: A cellular telephone set is capable of allowing release dial lock function by a child even when parent manages an identification number. A control portion of the cellular telephone set is responsive to input of identification number through a key operating portion after dial lock condition is established by dial lock means to make judgment whether the input identification number is a dial lock releasing number in a dial lock releasing number storage region. When the control portion makes judgment that the identification number is the dial lock releasing number, dial lock condition of a predetermined function preliminarily set in an identification number setting information storage region is released.

Abstract: An electronic key system has a portable apparatus, an operation control device and an update control device. The portable apparatus selectively transmits a first signal and a second signal. The operation control device authorizes an operation of a key based on reception of the first signal. The update control device transmits an update signal in a private region of the owner of the portable apparatus. The portable apparatus has a counter and a portable apparatus controller. When receiving the update signal, the portable apparatus controller resets the counter. When the counting value of the counter is equal to or less than a predetermined limit value, the controller selects the first signal as a signal to be transmitted. When the counting value is in excess of the limit value, the controller selects the second signal as a signal to be transmitted.

Abstract: A barrier movement operator is having a position sensor in a telescoping barrier control arm is described. A controller, remote from the arm, senses the barrier position to identify limits of barrier travel and to control rate of travel of the barrier between limits. The operator includes both optical and edge sensor obstruction detectors and is responsive to wireless communication for receiving user initiated command signals.

Abstract: A door security system for a door having an electrically actuated lock. The lock is controlled by a lock controller having an audit trail memory. An entry code reader transmits entered access codes to the controller. The controller compares the entered access code to prestored access codes and actuates the lock in response to the comparison. The controller stores the entered access code and a time stamp in the audit trail memory.

Abstract: An electronic lock utilizes two microprocessors remote from each other for enhanced security. The first microprocessor is disposed close to an input device such as a keypad, and the second microprocessor is disposed close to the lock mechanism and well protected from external access. The first microprocessor transmits a communication code to the second microprocessor when it receives via the input device an access code that matches a preset access code. The second microprocessor opens the lock if the transmitted communication code matches a preset communication code. The dual-microprocessor arrangement is advantageously used in a voice controlled access control system and in a motorcycle ignition control system. The present invention further provides an electronic access control system which has a master electronic key having a preset number of access, and an electronic alarm system for a bicycle that has a remote control mounted in the helmet of the rider.

Abstract: A method and system is disclosed for allowing users to consolidate a large number electronic keys (for operating mechanical locks) in electronic key assemblies. These electronic keys are easily duplicated, added to, removed, backed up, or upgraded. The electronic key assemblies are also more resistant to tampering. The lock assembly and electronic key designs taught by the invention are customizable to meet various security needs. The lock assembly includes a transmitter and a receiver operatively coupled to an electronic circuit in communication with a store for keys. The electronic circuit is also coupled to the mechanical levers for operating the lock assembly. The electronic key assembly also has its transmitter, receiver, a control circuit and a user interface for selecting a particular electronic key password.

Abstract: A vehicle remote control system includes a remote transmitter to be carried by a user for selectively transmitting signals, and a controller for receiving the signals. The controller includes outputs and is switchable between first and second output operating states. In the first output operating state, the controller operates a first output based upon a first occurrence of receiving a first signal from the remote transmitter, and operates a second output based upon a second occurrence of receiving the first signal from the remote transmitter within a predetermined time of the first occurrence thereof.

Abstract: A method of configuring a lock system comprising a plurality of lock system devices comprises the following steps: defining a plurality of command and status messages, wherein each of the messages has a specific function when received by a device, defining a plurality of device types, wherein each of the types can send predetermined command and status messages, sending a claiming message from each device, wherein the claiming message from a specific device comprises information relating to the predetermined messages that the specific device can send, and storing, in each of the devices, the information relating to the predetermined messages that every other device can send. By this method, a simple lock system can be set up without involvement of the person installing the system. A lock system and a lock system device using this method are also provided.

Abstract: An operator (32) with transmitter overwrite protection is used with a plurality of different transmitters (40, 42, 44). Each type of transmitter has at least one command button that when actuated generates a signal which includes at least a transmitter identifying code. The operator includes a receiver (170) capable of receiving the signal from any of the plurality of transmitters and a memory device (62) that has a plurality of storage locations (63a-f). A controller (60) is connected to the receiver and the controller stores each transmitter identifying code in a corresponding storage location. The controller overwrites one of the transmitter identifying codes in a corresponding storage location when a new transmitting code is learned if the plurality of storage locations are full, except for the transmitter identifying codes for one specific type of the plurality of transmitters.

Abstract: A method and device for providing anti-theft protection for an electrical device installed on a body, such as a vehicle, by fixing to the body an electrical chip having a unique identification number identifying the body, electrically connecting the electrical device to the electrical chip in a manner such that removal of the electrical device from the body automatically interrupts the electrical connection of the electrical device to the electrical chip, and disabling the operation of the electrical device whenever its electrical connection to the chip is interrupted.

Abstract: Provided is a method and control system for a plurality of passenger seat belt mechanisms for appropriately securing and protecting passengers. The control system enables the flight crew to monitor and remotely control the locking and unlocking of passenger seat restraint mechanisms, thereby controlling the number of passengers, at any given time, having access to the aircraft cabin during flight. This control system is provided with a mechanism for collectively and selectively locking and unlocking the seat restraint mechanisms. The control system is capable of detecting and signaling the current state of a seat restraint mechanism.

Abstract: A system and method for selectively allowing the passage of a guest through a region within at a coverage area. The system includes a turnstile system having an RFID reader, a network interface, an entry mechanism and a processor, and a central server having a network interface, a non-volatile memory, and a processor. An RFID reader reads a tag identifier from an RFID tag worn by a guest. The tag identifier is transmitted from the turnstile system to the central server. The central server processor access a guest data object using the tag identifier and reads a data field containing information related to the guest. Based on this information, the central server transmits a control signal to the turnstile system to activate its entry mechanism, thereby allowing the guest to pass through. The information may relate to monetary credits of the guest, statistical information of the guest, and restrictions, disabilities, health conditions and special access of the guest.

Abstract: A system and method for controlling remotely controlled components of a plurality of vehicles in response to a short range common signal emitted by a transmitter that can operate the components only during specified time periods. A transmitter can be programmed to provide a relatively long range customer signal that can operate the components at any time. The system and method are operative on a mutually exclusive basis wherein the remotely controlled components only respond to the common signal or the customer signal.

Abstract: According to the inventive method for operating a vehicle, the authorization to access the vehicle is given in a dialogue between a control device which is fixed in the vehicle and an authorization verification device which is carried by the user. Said authorization verification device is also used to enable the vehicle drive unit to start. According to the invention, the authorization verification device is interrogated for the purpose of starting the vehicle drive unit independently of the process for establishing access authorization. The invention also relates to a device for carrying out the inventive method. The memory of said device is part of an activating unit for the vehicle drive unit.

Abstract: A security device (1) is disclosed, which permits the controlled access of authorised personnel to vulnerable security regions. According to the invention, the security device (1) is provided with a bus system (3), connecting a central control device to several actuators (4), each of which is allocated to one of the security regions (2). Access authorisation is monitored and controlled by means of a personal identification device (6).

Abstract: A security system having security devices with hierarchical levels of access provided to coded keys which may be hand held transmitter units, is disclosed. The levels of access are master which is restricted to the manufacturer, seller and installer, supervisor which can be allocated to a site, and user which is usually specific to one security device only. The security devices can be programmed to be responsive to all of the supervisor coded keys and/or user coded keys, or a user coded key only. The security system can be used in a method of securing all vehicles at a car sales, where all of the vehicles can have their security devices programmed to be responsive to supervisor coded keys specific to the car sales site. When a vehicle is sold, its security device can be reprogrammed to be responsive to specific user coded keys only.

Abstract: A secure cargo transport system that prevents a mobile container from being compromised, lost, or contaminated during transit is disclosed. The cargo transport system contains both a lock and sensor(s) that lock and sense the environment surrounding the contents of cargo and/or of the cargo transport container. The lock and sensor(s) are in communication with a remote monitoring location where appropriate responses can be marshaled to breaches in cargo transport security or in the cargo environment.

Abstract: A security system includes an electronic lock and an electronic key. The electronic key holds identification data that notifies the lock of the key's functional type and the locks that the key is authorized to open. In one embodiment, circuitry in the lock checks whether an inserted key holds an access code that is more recent than a corresponding access code stored in the lock, indicating that the data on the inserted key is more current than the data stored in the lock. The lock is then automatically reprogrammed with the data stored in the inserted key.

Abstract: A garage door opener comprises at least two radio frequency transmitters, a radio frequency receiver, at least two memories, and a processor. Each memory corresponds to one radio frequency transmitter and stores a code of a corresponding radio frequency transmitter. The radio frequency transmitter is connected to the processor by electrical connectors. It is impossible to mis-study to the other radio frequency transmitter because the processor in the host computer has no program mode. Since each memory corresponds to one radio frequency transmitter, when one radio frequency transmitter is lost, a corresponding memory is eliminated to make the lost radio frequency transmitter disuse.

Abstract: An electronic combination lock having a knob which has no divisions or markings relating to the numbers of the combination thereon. The rotation of the knob drives a generator, which produces electrical power. The power generated serves as a power source for the electronics of the lock. A knob position detector indicates to the microprocessor the speed and amount of rotation of the knob. The timing capabilities of the lock provides the opportunity to set the minimum time that can be used in the entering of the combination. The lock waits a period of time, typically, two seconds between the entry of one element of the combination and the lock permitting the entry at the next element of the combination. The microprocessor will also keep a count record of all the failed attempts to open the lock since the last successful operation.

Abstract: A system and method for a programmable communicator is described which can provide an improved child communication device, a telecommunications platform for a smart clothes application, as well as a programmable remote data communicator to report the status of a technical apparatus such as a vending machine. The programmable communicator can be programmed remotely by a mobile phone or any Personal Data Assistant (PDA) type device using any data transmission technology such as BlueTooth, Infra red light or any wireless radio communication either directly at close range, or via a mobile telecommunications network connection from a hand-held device or computer terminal connected to a data or IP transmission network such as the Internet.

Abstract: To eliminate any mis-learning of a sensor code in a factory environment due to adjacent vehicles, a vehicle ID is sent to a sensor transmitter by an initiation signal. When the sensor transmitter transmits its sensor identification signal to the vehicle control in a “learn” mode, the vehicle ID received in the initiation signal is carried with a combined signal. The vehicle control receives the combined signal, and if the received vehicle identification code in the signal matches an expected vehicle identification code, then the control learns the sensor identification. If the expected vehicle identification code does not match the received vehicle identification code, then the control may ignore the particular sensor identification code. This invention thus eliminates any tendency to have an adjacent vehicle inadvertently “teach” its sensor IDs to the control associated with the adjacent vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus to control remote devices or equipment via existing cellular telephone networks. The apparatus receives information from a customer concerning a specific function, which the customer wants to perform at the remote equipment. A Central Control receives this information from the customer and correlates the function to a specific cellular telephone MIN number, which has been pre-programmed in a computer at the Central Control. The MIN number is then sent to a cellular provider. The cellular provider then transmits the MIN number to an antenna, which transmits the MIN number to a remote equipment controller at the remotely located equipment. The remote equipment controller then takes the a part of the MIN and gives these numbers to a PLC at the remote equipment controller. The PLC then memory maps the part of the MIN to a specific function to be carried out by the remote equipment controller. Then the remote equipment controller carriers out specified functions at the remote equipment.

Abstract: An access control system for a building door switchable between locked and unlocked states includes at least one uniquely-coded token and a housing adjacent the building door. A token reader, controller and indicator are carried by the housing. The controller cooperates with the token reader for learning the at least one uniquely-coded token to define at least one learned uniquely-coded token, and for switching the building door between locked and unlocked states responsive to the at least one learned uniquely-coded token. The indicator cooperates with the controller for indicating whether a new uniquely-coded token has been learned to thereby alert the user of a potentially unauthorized learned uniquely-coded token for switching the building door between locked and unlocked states. A biometric characteristic of a user may be used in place of the token.

Abstract: A storage unit contains previously stored control data for controlling an electrical device and a fingerprint feature of a user's finger in association with each other. The fingerprint feature of the user's finger is acquired by a fingerprint image input unit and a fingerprint feature extraction unit. The control data is read from the storage unit in accordance with the acquired fingerprint feature. The read control data is transmitted to the electrical device, thereby controlling the electrical device.

Abstract: A vehicle control system for a vehicle having a door lock actuator includes a remote keyless entry (RKE) system including an RKE transmitter carried by a user, an RKE receiver at the vehicle, and an RKE controller connected to the RKE receiver for selectively operating the door lock actuator based on signals from the RKE transmitter. A piggyback controller at the vehicle is connected to the door lock actuator for performing at least one desired piggyback control function based on selective operation of the door lock actuator by the RKE controller. The piggyback controller may switch to a feature programming mode based on selective operation of the door lock actuator. When in the feature programming mode, the piggyback controller may permit feature selection also based on selective operation of the door lock actuator. The piggyback controller may also be switched to an override or valet mode based on selective operation of the door lock actuator.

Abstract: This invention relates to the control of rental vehicles that are operated on a pay for usage basis. With this invention, operation of a vehicle is limited to those that have either paid for its use, or those that must have access to it for the purpose of maintaining it. Central to this invention is the integration of the Point of Sale payment process with the golf cart operation through the use of a readily available portable electronic messenger commonly known as an iButton.

Abstract: A customizable combination locking system using textual combinations. The principle object of the present invention is to provide a method to create a lock that is capable of being set in any desired set of letters that spells words that are easy for the user to remember. These words are supplied as a list and the tumbler positions are created from that list. The resultant lock would be commercially viable, as it will use existing, standard lock mechanisms comprised of tumbler rings with ten positions (0-9) and two, three, or four tumblers. The letters that appear in each of the ten positions have been selected through the described process. Having been selected, each lock is capable of being set to one of several thousand actual word combinations.

Abstract: The present invention provides a kind of contactless electromagnetic identification code IC circuit, which contains a control circuit to detect an input pad, and to provide a coding signal to decide one identification code for the contactless electromagnetic induced identification code IC. The control circuit contains: a carry clock signal source, which provides a carry clock signal to the input pad for generating a responding signal from the input pad; and a flip-flop set, which connects to the input pad, decides the identification code and forms the coding signal according to the pad's responding signal and the carry clock signal.

Abstract: A vehicle computer system includes a first button that initiates a user login procedure. A second button allows a user to select among multiple password characters. A display device displays the multiple password characters including a currently selected password character. Another button is used to enter the selected password characters for validation. The second button may be rotatable, such that the user of the vehicle computer system is able to scroll through the list of multiple password characters by rotating the second button.

Abstract: A device and a method used during installation of a security system that allows the security system control panel to learn the IDs of the wireless transmitters in the security system without receiving an RF transmission from the wireless transmitter. The installation device comprises a power supply means, a first and second interface means, monitoring means for monitoring the current drawn from the power supply means, and processing means for producing a digital signal based on the current monitored. The first interface means connects the power supply means of the installation device to the battery terminal of the transmitter, and the second interface means connects the output of the installation device to the control panel. The monitoring means, comprising a resistor and a comparator, monitors the current drawn from the power supply means, wherein the current drawn corresponds to the data transmitted by transmitter.

Abstract: An access control system such as a telephone entry system (TES) capable of seamless communication with a general purpose computer. Entries made in the TES are seamlessly transferred to the general purpose computer and updated in corresponding databases stored therein. Likewise entries made in selected databases within the general purpose computer or in other types of selected files are reflected in the TES, seamlessly, and without requiring manual intervention. Thus, for example, employees may be added or removed from the factory personnel logs in the general purpose computer and, as each is entered or removed, the corresponding entry code in the TES is added or deleted.

Abstract: There is described an electronic tag system and protection means using the tag system. The tag system has a remotely activated electronic tag and a reader. The system includes means for providing information and data relating to the goods. In addition to the foregoing, which discourages theft there is also provided means for rendering the protected articles useless by staining them with a glue or dye or causing their destruction.

Abstract: A vehicle remote control and voice message recording system includes a vehicle remote function controller and associated receiver in the vehicle, and a vehicle remote control and voice message recording device to be carried by a user. The vehicle remote control and voice message recording device includes a housing, a transmitter for transmitting signals to the receiver to operate the vehicle remote function controller responsive to user activation of at least one switch carried by the housing, and a record and playback circuit. The record and playback circuit is for recording and playing back a voice message from the user. For example, the user can use the record and playback circuit to record a parking location of the vehicle. Since the user would carry the remote control device with him, the device can be later used when returning to the parking facility to locate the parked vehicle.

Abstract: There are provided a plurality of terminals (10, 20, 30) which are connected by a power line (1) and exchange information through the power line (1) and to which intrinsic terminal identifiers are respectively given, and the feature is that each of the terminals (10, 20, 30) holds a house code to prevent interference between another system and its own system, and the house code is generated as a code common to the same system on the basis of the terminal identifier given to a master terminal selected from the respective terminals (10, 20, 30) belonging to the same system.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for transportation or access control of persons and/or goods in a building, as well as to a method, a device and a computer program for maintenance of this system, and to a method for retrofitting a building with the system. The system comprises at least one story terminal for recognition of at least one identification code of a person or an item, at least one data memory for storing at least one user profile with details with respect to a predefined destination story of the person or item or with details with respect to the access authorization of the person or item to a zone of the building, and at least one processor for associating a recognized identification code with a user profile. The processor and the data memory are arranged in at least one bus module. The bus module communicates, through a signal bus, details with respect to the predefined destination story of the person or item or details with respect to the access authorization of the person or item to the zone.

Abstract: A method to enable a user of a system to obtain access to one or more services, for example, to enable a caller to access some information on a remote server. The system first prompts the caller to identify himself by entering a subscriber code. A speaker verification is then made using a voice comparison between the caller's voice and a voice reference associated with the subscriber the caller claims to be. Access to the requested services is given if the outcome of said voice comparison is positive. If the system does not store a sufficiently good voice reference to verify the identity of the subscriber the user claims to be with a predetermined degree of reliability, the caller is prompted to enter a confidential PIN code. If the PIN code entered is correct, access to the requested services is given and a new voice reference is stored.

Abstract: A locating system comprising a control unit, a first integrated circuit, a first actuator and a transceiver. The control unit is configured with a program mode and a locate mode. The first actuator and the transceiver are coupled to the first integrated circuit and configured such that when the control unit is in program mode and the first actuator is activated, the control unit transmits a first signal indicating that the control unit is in program mode and identifies the first actuator.