Abstract: A baby monitoring system including a baby unit for receiving audio signals, and a parent unit for reproducing an audio signal received at the baby unit. At least one of the baby and parent units includes audio signal recording capability, e.g. using a digital voice recorder. Preferably, at least one of the units includes a port capable of outputting data representing a stored audio signal, such that the data can be stored in a memory of a PC or other device. Thus, a baby's sounds/words may be monitored and recorded/stored in the memory of the baby monitoring system, downloaded to a separate device with long term storage capability, and the memory of the baby monitoring system may be reused to record new sounds, causing deletion of previously recorded sounds from the baby monitoring system's memory while permitting long term retention of a record of such sounds in the separate device.

Abstract: A baby monitor system includes a transmitter unit that has a first receiver to receive baby sounds, a transmitter to transmit a signal corresponding to the baby sounds, and a transmitter housing to house the first receiver and the transmitter. The transmitter housing includes a faceplate connector. The baby monitor system also includes a receiver unit having a second receiver to receive the signal transmitted by the transmitter unit. The baby monitor system further includes a plurality of transmitter faceplates that can be interchangeably connected to the faceplate connector of the transmitter housing.

Abstract: There is provided a remote control wiring mechanism, which makes it easy to construct a system by facilitating a connection work and treatment of members constructing the system. A main unit includes signal terminals connected to signal lines and power supply terminals to supply power for driving a relay. A relay unit having a relay is detachably connected to a relay socket of the main unit and is integrally coupled to the main unit. When a transmission signal including on-off information of a switch is received through the signal lines, the on-off state of the switch is reflected in the switching of the relay.

Abstract: A method of tracking a child at least when the child is away from a pre-selected area. The method comprising the steps of attaching a transmitter to at least one of a pre-selected item of clothing and a pre-selected body part. Transmitting a continuous signal from such transmitter to a receiver for picking up the signal. Monitoring the receiver on a substantially continuous basis. Such monitoring occurring at least one of in a pre-selected area and all areas. Immediately notifying at least one of the police and parents when an emergency situation occurs and thereafter responding to such notification of the emergency situation.

Abstract: A hideable tracking monitoring apparatus is provided for communicating the presence of an emergency to a monitoring station. The monitoring station then triangulates the location of the emergency signal and alerts an emergency response vehicle.

Abstract: A temperature measuring device includes a local terminal and a measuring element installed at a predetermined distance from the local terminal. The local terminal includes a first measuring unit for measuring a first human body temperature, a signal processing unit for receiving and converting the first human body temperature, a display unit coupled to the signal processing unit for displaying the converted first human body temperature, and a first interface unit coupled to the signal processing unit.

Abstract: A search apparatus and related method facilitate the final stage of a search for a buried person carrying a transmitter. When the searcher is in the close vicinity of the buried transmitter, the search enters a point-localization phase where the apparatus displays a representation of the current target distance from the apparatus to the buried transmitter as well as a representation of a previously-stored value for the target distance. By comparing the current distance to the previously-stored distance, the searcher can readily see whether the apparatus is getting closer to the buried transmitter or further away. Preferably, graphic symbols are displayed to represent the current distance and the previously-stored distance. The display can also provide a representation of whether the current distance is greater than or less than an immediately preceding distance that has been stored.

Abstract: A system and method to provide location signaling for service, such as a request for transport from a child to his or her parent(s) to be picked up from school, for example. A dedicated communication device has location capabilities and a control to request service for the bearer. At least one monitoring communication device, such as one for each parent, is operable to receive a location with a request for service and acknowledge same. A secure domain manager can be used to; receive the location and request service instruction, deliver the location and request service instruction to the monitoring device(s), obtain an acknowledgment from one monitoring device, and send the acknowledgment to the other monitoring devices and the bearer's communication device. Communication is only allowed between the bearer's device and monitoring devices. The location of the communication device can be tracked, and navigation can be provided thereto.

Abstract: A system for monitoring activities of a person. The system has a tethering device with a battery-powered transceiver and a securement device that is attachable to a person. The securement device is configured to prevent and detect tampering and attempts to remove the securement device from the person. The system further has a cellular telephone with a transceiver operable to establish a shorter range wireless connection with the tethering device transceiver, thereby permitting tethering device information to be transmitted to the cellular telephone.

Abstract: In a facility having a plurality of portals and having a number of individuals having access to the portals and where each portal is assigned a unique portal for his or her use, a system is designed which allows each individual to receive a unique voice message from his or her portal that a particular portal is the one assigned when the individual is in the proximity of his or her unique portal. The system comprises a uniquely coded element to be worn by each individual and a plurality of transponders, each transponder affixed on or near a particular portal. Each transponder has a device which emits an IR or RF scanning signal for scanning the coded element worn by a particular individual. Each said transponder has an element to determine when a detected signal has the same unique correspondence to a particular portal. The system also comprises a central computer. When there is correspondence between a detected signal or portal, a signal indicating correspondence is directed to the central portal.

Abstract: A system is disclosed for preventing an unauthorized person from use a portable computer having an external port. The system includes a control device capable of connecting to an external port of the portable computer. The control device includes a wireless receiver to receive wireless signals. The control device is capable of enabling and disabling a security function executed by the computer based on a wireless signal received by the wireless receiver.

Abstract: A method and system for locating a dependent by a guardian entity at a locality using RFID technology is disclosed. A RFID tag is situated with the dependent and a plurality of RFID reader devices capable of communicating with the RFID tag are distributed about the locality. A processor is directing communications between the RFID tag and the plurality of RFID reader devices, and is tracking the RFID tag. An authenticating system, which uniquely associates the RFID tag with the guardian entity, validates commands pertaining to the tracking of the RFID tag. The processor upon receiving a validated command generates a response, which includes location information regarding the dependent.

Abstract: A system and method for monitoring a baby is disclosed incorporating a parent unit in communication with a baby unit. The parent unit includes a function operable to temporarily mute the substantial reproduction of baby sounds at the parent unit. The parent unit may additionally include a plurality of outputs including a digital display of the time remaining before the temporary mute function is disabled, a visual indication that the substantial reproduction of sound is muted, a visual display indicative of the volume of the baby sounds, and music played when the substantial reproduction of sound is muted. Embodiments of the present invention also include a safety features operable to disable the temporary mute function in possible emergency situations.

Abstract: A system and method for ensuring that a monitored individual is located within a designated area is provided. The system contains a monitoring band having a transmitter capable of transmitting a signal. A transceiver interface unit is also located within the system, which is capable of receiving the signal and determining if the signal is a signal indicating that the monitoring band has been cut or a signal indicating that the transmitter on the monitoring band is functional. The system also contains a monitoring station capable of performing an event if the monitoring station receives the cut-band signal, or if the monitoring station is monitoring the monitoring band, performing the event if the polling signal is not received by the monitoring station within a predefined period of time.

Abstract: A system and method for making measurements using and RFID system includes a transceiver, a transponder and a sensor configured within the transponder. The transceiver is configured to send and receive radio frequency signals. The transponder is configured to receive radio frequency signals from the transceiver and to send radio frequency signals to the transceiver. The transponder includes a sensor. The transceiver is configured to send an activation signal to the transponder thereby enabling the first transponder sensor to make a vibration measurement and to hold the measurement.

Abstract: A measurement system includes a transceiver and a transponder. The transceiver is configured to send and receive radio frequency signals. The transponder is configured to receive radio frequency signals from the transceiver and to send radio frequency signals to the transceiver. The transponder includes a sensor. The transceiver is configured to send an activation signal to the transponder thereby enabling the first transponder sensor to make a measurement and to hold the measurement.

Abstract: A mother and infant matching and security system is disclosed. The mother and infant matching and security system comprises a first tag unit adapted to be secured to an infant. The first tag unit is operable to transmit a first signal having a low frequency and a second signal having a very high frequency. The mother and infant matching and security system also comprises a second tag unit adapted to be secured to a mother of the infant. The second tag unit has a radio communication link with the first tag unit. The mother and infant matching and security system further comprises a communications protocol used by the first tag unit to communicate via the radio communications link with the second tag unit. A match of the first tag unit and second tag unit is identified by both an audio indicator and a visual indicator on at least one of the first tag unit and the second tag unit.

Abstract: The invention concerns a control and/or monitoring device comprising pairs (P, P?) of interactive members (1, 2; 1?, 2?) each of which includes an electronic label (1, 1?) identified by a specific identification code (KID1, KID1?) communicating with said label (1, 1?). For each pair (P) of interactive members, the inventive device also comprises a state encoder at least partially borne by the label (1), said encoder producing a state signal which is accessible to the reader (2) and representing a logic or analog state affecting the label (1) or a relationship between the label (1) and the reader (2).

Abstract: Provided is a crisis monitoring system that detects a crisis by identifying a person's emotion from his/her utterance includes an input unit to which an audio signal is inputted, a recording unit which records information necessary to judge a crisis situation, and a control unit which controls the input unit and the recording unit. The recording unit records emotion attribute information, which includes a feature of a specific emotion in an audio signal, and the control unit determines a person's emotion by comparing an audio signal inputted to the input unit with the emotion attribute information, and executes a predetermined emergency processing when it is judged that the determined emotion indicates a crisis situation.

Abstract: A monitor system has at least first and second child units that can each monitor audio at a different location and can each transmit signals representative of the audio monitored. A parent unit can receive the signals from the first and second child units. In one aspect, the parent unit can have at least one multi-color notification light that can be illuminated in a first color when receiving the audio monitored by the first child unit and a second color different from the first color when receiving the audio monitored by the second child unit. In another aspect, the parent unit can emit an audible notification representing the audio monitored by each of the child units. In this aspect, a volume control is in communication with the parent unit and can be operated to adjust a volume level of the emitted audible notification for each of the child units independent of the other child units.

Abstract: A two-way emergency alert system comprising two devices in communication for a minimum of 1500 feet apart, each device featuring a sequential button for on, audio alarm, vibratory alarm, and off, each device further comprising a low battery indicator, alarm activation button, and a reset, each device further comprising a distance meter for gauging distances between the two devices, and a GPS instrument for locating one device with respect to the other. The devices are offered both in necklace form and bracelet form and each includes an internal antenna connected to a transmitter and a receiver.

Abstract: A tag unit is disclosed. The tag unit comprises of transmitting unit and a banding material coupled to the transmitting unit. A radio frequency and identification (RFID) circuit is coupled to the transmitting unit and the banding unit.

Abstract: This system uses a radio frequency tag(s) and a two-way polling device to sound an alarm if a wallet is being picked from a pocket or purse. This system can also be used to prevent some other types of theft. The system can also be used to sound an alarm when a child or other person wanders too far away from a parent or guardian.

Abstract: An initiative alarm system mainly comprising a first alarm device and a second alarm device; said first alarm device continuously or alternately transmitted an encoded signal within a certain frequency. In the other hand, said second alarm device includes a receiver for receiving the signal, a CPU for decoding the signal and determining the correctness of received signal, and a siren interconnected with CPU and trigged when the signal is fail to be received or fail to be received within certain frequency. Said second alarm device is hand-hold by a guardian and said first alarm device is carried by a protective object so as when the first alarm device is kept away beyond the certain distance. The signals will be transmitted immediately, and then, the siren is simultaneously triggered.

Abstract: A communication system is capable of two-way wireless data communications between a parent unit and a child unit. The child unit includes a power switch for turning power to the child unit on/off; a power control signal issuing unit operable to issue a power control signal for turning power to the parent unit on/off in response to turning the power switch on/off; and a data communication unit operable to perform two-way wireless data communications with the parent unit. The parent unit includes a power control signal receiving unit operable to receive the power control signal from the issuing unit of the child unit; a power control unit operable to turn power to the parent unit on/off in response to reception of the power control signal from the receiving unit; and a data communication unit operable to perform two-way wireless data communications with the child unit.

Abstract: A method and system for tracking the presence of persons, particularly security personnel, at a predetermined location within a prescribed window of time. Persons input information at predetermined locations and this input information is transmitted to a central server. The input information is compared to predetermined parameters and alerts are provided if the input information does not fall within permissible parameters.

Abstract: A remote sound monitor includes a receiver unit and a transmitter unit. The transmitter unit includes a sound transducer that receives the sound input and converts the sound input to the audio signal, and an audio transmitter that transmits the audio signal. The receiver unit includes an audio receiver that receives a transmitted audio signal having a parameter that corresponds to an amplitude of a remote sound input, and a display that provides a visual indication of the parameter of the audio signal. The display providing the visual indication can flash, strobe, or change colors in response to a change in amplitude of the sound input. The receiver unit can also include an audio speaker with a user-actuated amplification stage to provide remote audio output of the sound input.

Abstract: A vehicle safety system includes independently operable child location determining mechanism that has a sound wave emitting module nested therein and care giver location determining mechanism for determining a location of the care giver. The care giver location determining mechanism includes a housing that fits on a key ring, a processor including a memory, a speaker coupled to the processor, a power supply source coupled to the speaker and the processor, and a receiver for communicating with the sound emitting module. The memory includes software instructions causing the system to perform the steps of generating and transmitting a first RF signal to the child location determining mechanism, and generating and transmitting a second RF signal to the child location determining mechanism. The first and second signals are responsive to the care giver location determining mechanism when the care giver moves beyond the predetermined distance from the child location determining mechanism.

Abstract: A tracking system (10) for tracking movable assets (16) and several methods for using the system are provided. The tracking system includes a monitoring device (22), a tracking information network (20), a data communication network (18), a tracker tag (12), and a tracking information server (14). The tracker tag uses GPS technology. The tracking information server provides programmed instructions to the tracker tag in messages via a messaging system. The tracker tag selectively retrieves the messages from the messaging system. The tracking information server provides tracking information and related information to a subscriber. In one embodiment, the tracker tag is in communication with an Iridium satellite constellation (28) and tracking information is displayed to the subscriber when the asset is substantially anywhere in the world.

Abstract: A system for improved monitoring of changes in the location and conditions surrounding vehicles and shippable property, utilizing fixed and moveable logic processors, which communicate with each other as well as receivers. Non-continuous signaling may be used to provide for reduced power consumption, and network coupling may be used to provided for exporting information to anywhere in the world by means of, for example GSM/GPS infrastructures.

Abstract: A method comprises providing a container having a first container portion and a second container portion, placing an inflatable life raft within the container, placing a transmitter mechanism adjacent the container, and automatically detecting whether a tamper condition has occurred. The tamper condition comprises at least one of the following: removal of the life raft from the container; an increase in distance between the first and second container portions; and a change in position of at least a portion of the life raft relative to one of the portions of the container. The transmitter mechanism is adapted and configured to transmit a signal upon the detection of the tamper condition.

Abstract: A baby monitor has a nursery unit and parent unit. The nursery unit has a controller for generating a privacy code, a microphone for detecting baby sounds and a transmitter for transmitting a signal made up of the privacy code and the baby sounds. The parent unit has a receiver for receiving the signal, a controller for comparing the privacy code to a reference code, and an amplifier and speaker for outputting the baby sounds. The baby sounds are output by the parent unit if the privacy code matches the reference code. The nursery and parent units have a scrambler and descrambler respectively for scrambling the signal.

Abstract: Systems and methods for monitoring a perimeter for ingress or egress by a member of an ad hoc wireless network. A wireless device is equipped with location means. In an embodiment, the wireless device is a cellular telephone equipped with a GPS chip set. A plurality of such wireless devices form an ad hoc network and are linked to a server in association with each other. The server receives retains perimeter boundary data and receives positioning information from each of the plurality of associated wireless devices. The locations of each member of a network are tracked relative to perimeter. A perimeter may be an egress perimeter, which defines an area in which monitored units are permitted to roam but from which network members may not leave. A perimeter may be an ingress perimeter, which defines an area in which monitored units are not permitted to enter. An ingress perimeter may reside within an egress perimeter. The system provides warnings when a perimeter boundary is approached or crossed.

Abstract: A method and a device for determining if or where a person (10) is located within an area (5), wherein a foot transceiver (8) connected to the person (10) activates one or several identifiable transponders (6) placed in the area (5), after which the activated transponder(s) (6) emit an identifiable signal, preferably via the foot transceiver (8), onto a main receiver/transmitter (14), each of the received signals then being referred to a known position.

Abstract: A child monitoring system is provided for facilities and areas where parents and children generally enter and exit together, but are likely to become separated while in the facility or area. Using devices on a child's person coupled with monitoring devices on exit and entry ways, parents may be alerted in the event that a child wanders off or is the subject of an abduction attempt. Upon crossing a monitoring point, an alarm is triggered to alert parents and public safety officials of an unauthorized exit attempt. Thus with this system, a monitored child can not leave a monitored location (e.g., store, museum, etc) alone nor without the child's parent or guardian.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a monitor for sensing and transmitting sounds in a baby's vicinity. The monitor includes a housing having a base and two substantially spaced-apart legs, the housing enclosing acoustical and electrical means for sensing and transmitting the sounds. The monitor is mountable on a support by straddling the support with the substantially spaced-apart legs. The present disclosure also relates to a sound monitoring system. The system includes the monitor, a receiver, and a charger. Further, the present disclosure relates to a method of securedly and releasably mounting the monitor to a support.

Abstract: A method and system for locating a dependent by a guardian entity at a locality using RFID technology is disclosed. A RFID tag is situated with the dependent and a plurality of RFID reader devices capable of communicating with the RFID tag are distributed about the locality. A processor is directing communications between the RFID tag and the plurality of RFID reader devices, and is tracking the RFID tag. An authenticating system, which uniquely associates the RFID tag with the guardian entity, validates commands pertaining to the tracking of the RFID tag. The processor upon receiving a validated command generates a response, which includes location information regarding the dependent.

Abstract: A method for monitoring multiple children includes receiving a plurality of signals from a plurality of transmitters, where each of the signals includes audio information. The method also includes extracting the audio information from each of the plurality of signals and simultaneously presenting the audio information from each of the plurality of signals to a user. In addition, the method includes simultaneously providing a plurality of visual indications. Each of the visual indications corresponds to an energy level of the audio information associated with one of the plurality of signals.

Abstract: A system for providing position information of a target mobile communication terminal whose position is to be found out. The system comprises a first mobile communication terminal and a second mobile communication terminal. The system further comprises a mobile communication server for generating AASA information using radio waves, transmitting the generated AASA information to the first mobile communication terminal and second mobile communication terminal upon receiving a position tracking signal transmitted from the first mobile communication terminal, and transferring second individual position information transmitted from the second mobile communication terminal to the first mobile communication terminal.

Abstract: A system is disclosed for preventing an unauthorized person from taking or using a portable computer. The anti-theft/security system includes a USB device having a motion sensor attached to a casing of a portable computer. The USB device is connected to a port of the portable computer using a connector. The anti-theft/security system also includes an alarm sub-system to cause an audible sound to be generated, which is triggered based on a signal generated by the motion sensor located inside the USB device.

Abstract: A system and method of tracking individuals divided into flocks by means of radio communication and positioning systems is disclosed. A flock leader is provided with a first electronic device (1) comprising a first transceiver (2) operating in a public radio communication network, e.g. GSM or GPRS, a position tracker (3), e.g. a GPS-receiver, and a second transceiver (4) operating in a short distance radio communication system, e.g. Bluetooth®. Each of the remaining individuals in the flock is provided with a second electronic device (6) comprising at least a third transceiver (7) also operating in the short distance radio communication system. The second electronic device (6) periodically transmits data identifying the associated individual to the first electronic device (1), so that the flock leader knows that the individual is localized in the flock (i.e. within the coverage area of the short distance radio communication system) as long as it receives the data.

Abstract: Electronic monitoring systems and methods that permit full-time tracking and management of, and communication with, monitored clients that carry a client tracking unit and wear a transmitter, by a monitoring individual that carries a wireless portable monitoring device. A central monitoring station having a central database is ported to a plurality of processor interfaces, including RF, GPS, and integrated voice, for example. The central database is wirelessly linked to the portable monitoring device, which is programmed to remotely track and manage clients by way of the respective interfaces. A monitoring unit is coupled to (or includes) a dock that docks the client tracking unit. The client tracking unit has a GPS receiver that receives position signals from satellites orbiting the Earth to permit tracking of the client.

Abstract: A system for monitoring movement of a person. The system includes a mobile transmitter that is affixed to the person to be monitored. The transmitter transmits radio signals to a receiver that may be used to track the person. The receiver may include an indicator that shows when the receiver is proximate the person. The indicator changes intensity as the distance between the transmitter and receiver changes.

Abstract: A system and method use a wireless tether comprising a transmitter and a receiver to alert a caregiver that an object has been left unattended. A detector senses the presence of the object, usually a child, located in a position such as a safety seat. The detector is operatively coupled to the transmitter, which is located near the object. The transmitter transmits at least one wireless signal when the object is in the position. The receiver, which is remotely located from the transmitter, senses the at least one signal as long as the receiver is within a prescribed range of transmission. By performing a timing function, the receiver monitors the proximity of the caregiver, who maintains possession of the receiver, to the transmitter. The system communicates an alarm to the caregiver when the caregiver ventures outside the range of transmission without having removed the object from the position.

Abstract: A child distance and alerting system comprising a transmitter unit to be attached to a child's clothing and a receiver unit to be carried by a parent or guardian supervising the child, for preventing the child from wandering too far and becoming vulnerable to predators. The transmitter unit includes a disc-shaped body, a pin portion extending outwardly therefrom for piercing an article of clothing, and a pin-receiving component adapted for releasably clamping the pin portion so that the transmitter unit can be attached to the child's clothing. Once the pin portion and the pin-receiving component are properly joined, the transmitter unit cannot be removed from the child's clothing except by use of a special tool. The transmitter unit is designed to transmit radio frequency signals when it is attached to the child's clothing and remains activated until the pin-receiving component is removed from the pin portion.

Abstract: A child position monitoring system for providing a warning to a user that a child being monitored has or is moving. The child position monitoring system includes a motion detection assembly detects when the child rolls over, the motion detection assembly includes a transmitter assembly for sending a signal associated with motion detected; a coupling assembly is used for coupling the motion detection assembly to the child; and a monitoring assembly operationally interacting with the motion detection assembly and providing an indication associated with motion detected by the motion detection assembly to the user.

Abstract: A system (100) includes a wireless device (101) and at least one transponder (102). The wireless device (101) includes a memory (201) with an area (202) for storing coupling range profiles, a processor (203), a bus (210), a receiver (206), a transmitter (205), an alarm (208), a location module (209), a user interface (211), an antenna (212) for receiving transmitted location information, a power controller (204), an antenna (207) for transmitting and receiving, and a clock (213). The transponder includes a memory (301) with an area (302) for storing a unique transponder ID, a processor (303), a bus (308), power controller (304), a receiver (306), transmitter (305), and an antenna (307). The wireless device (101) compares current context information to a coupling range profile and, based on the results of the comparison, transmits to at least one transponder (102) at an appropriate power level.

Abstract: The present remote child monitoring system includes a plurality of transmitters for transmitting audio signals at different frequencies from different locations and at least one receiver remote from the transmitters for receiving and announcing the transmitted audio signal from the plurality of transmitters. The receiver has a first mode for sequentially announcing the transmitted audio from the transmitters and a second mode for announcing the audio from a selected transmitter.

Abstract: The present invention relates to computerized theft and displacement control and observation, dedicated to objects which represent a certain value or importance for its owner and shall thus be observed. In particular, it relates to a wireless, particular Bluetooth-based method and system. A tight, customizable Bluetooth communication involving a positive feedback control signal from the Guardian to the observed device is established (210,220,230) reflecting the usual case. This status is left when the observed device leaves the reception area of the Guardian as the positive feedback signal misses (220,240). Then the observed device sends out (260) standardized “I am stolen” signals which can be received and evaluated fully automatically at multiple locations by respective Theft Monitors. Thus, respective measures can be undertaken to seize the device, e.g., by issuing a selective quiet alarm.

Abstract: A method, apparatus and system for remote baby monitoring is disclosed. The invention includes a non-audio alert such as a vibrator. In one embodiment the invention includes an intensity adjustment or a sensitivity adjustment.