Electrical computers and digital processing systems: multicomput – Master/slave computer controlling
Reexamination Certificate
2007-01-09
2007-01-09
Caldwell, Andrew (Department: 2142)
Electrical computers and digital processing systems: multicomput
Master/slave computer controlling
Reexamination Certificate
active
10119613
ABSTRACT:
Timekeeping apparatus providing premises-automation-related function through a network. A household appliance or device such as a bedside alarm clock provides time-based control functions as well as premises automation related functions. The device is connected to the premises automation system through a local area network (LAN), or some other type of network interface. The device contains a display unit to display the time and other information. The device also includes an internal processing system that controls the device to provide the time-based control function and to send and receive messages over the network. Sent messages can include time-keeping status information, reports of user input, or packets designed to set outputs in the premises automation system. Received messages can control local actions such as time settings and display of premises automation status information.
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Caldwell Andrew
Moore & Van Allen PLLC
Phillips Steven B.
Willett Stephan
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