Method and apparatus for binding wireless devices

Details Method and apparatus for binding wireless devices Method and apparatus for binding wireless devices

2004-12-30

2010-12-07

Anderson, Matthew D (Department: 2618)

Telecommunications

Transmitter and receiver at separate stations

Short range rf communication

C455S039000, C455S522000, C455S420000, C455S410000, C455S422100, C455S461000, C455S465000, C455S411000, C455S566000, C380S247000, C380S270000, C713S168000, C713S151000, C713S002000, C725S035000, C340S573100

Reexamination Certificate

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07848703

ABSTRACT:
When wireless binding or pairing is required, two wireless devices change from a normal broad wireless operating range to a reduced wireless operating range. The wireless devices then conduct binding or pairing operations in the reduced wireless range. This prevents other wireless devices in the same area from detecting the same reduced range binding signaling and inadvertently binding with the wrong devices. After the reduced range binding operations are completed, the wireless devices automatically switch back to the broader normal wireless operating range and use the exchanged binding information for conducting normal wireless communications. The reduced range pairing scheme creates a simple and intuitive technique for pairing wireless devices without requiring the user to press buttons or select devices from a list.

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