EP1573681B1 - Portable modular wireless identification transmitter and wireless access control system - Google Patents

Portable modular wireless identification transmitter and wireless access control system Download PDF

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EP1573681B1
EP1573681B1 EP03724981A EP03724981A EP1573681B1 EP 1573681 B1 EP1573681 B1 EP 1573681B1 EP 03724981 A EP03724981 A EP 03724981A EP 03724981 A EP03724981 A EP 03724981A EP 1573681 B1 EP1573681 B1 EP 1573681B1
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Wolfgang M. Bareither
Thomas Kaiser
Guido Pfehr
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07C—TIME OR ATTENDANCE REGISTERS; REGISTERING OR INDICATING THE WORKING OF MACHINES; GENERATING RANDOM NUMBERS; VOTING OR LOTTERY APPARATUS; ARRANGEMENTS, SYSTEMS OR APPARATUS FOR CHECKING NOT PROVIDED FOR ELSEWHERE
    • G07C9/00—Individual registration on entry or exit
    • G07C9/00174—Electronically operated locks; Circuits therefor; Nonmechanical keys therefor, e.g. passive or active electrical keys or other data carriers without mechanical keys
    • G07C9/00944—Details of construction or manufacture
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B19/00—Keys; Accessories therefor
    • E05B19/04—Construction of the bow or head of the key; Attaching the bow to the shank
    • E05B19/043—Construction of the bow or head of the key; Attaching the bow to the shank the shank being pivotably mounted on the bow, e.g. for storage
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07C—TIME OR ATTENDANCE REGISTERS; REGISTERING OR INDICATING THE WORKING OF MACHINES; GENERATING RANDOM NUMBERS; VOTING OR LOTTERY APPARATUS; ARRANGEMENTS, SYSTEMS OR APPARATUS FOR CHECKING NOT PROVIDED FOR ELSEWHERE
    • G07C9/00—Individual registration on entry or exit
    • G07C9/00174—Electronically operated locks; Circuits therefor; Nonmechanical keys therefor, e.g. passive or active electrical keys or other data carriers without mechanical keys
    • G07C9/00309—Electronically operated locks; Circuits therefor; Nonmechanical keys therefor, e.g. passive or active electrical keys or other data carriers without mechanical keys operated with bidirectional data transmission between data carrier and locks
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07C—TIME OR ATTENDANCE REGISTERS; REGISTERING OR INDICATING THE WORKING OF MACHINES; GENERATING RANDOM NUMBERS; VOTING OR LOTTERY APPARATUS; ARRANGEMENTS, SYSTEMS OR APPARATUS FOR CHECKING NOT PROVIDED FOR ELSEWHERE
    • G07C9/00—Individual registration on entry or exit
    • G07C9/00174—Electronically operated locks; Circuits therefor; Nonmechanical keys therefor, e.g. passive or active electrical keys or other data carriers without mechanical keys
    • G07C9/00944—Details of construction or manufacture
    • G07C2009/00952—Electronic keys comprising a mechanical key within their housing, e.g. extractable or retractable emergency key
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07C—TIME OR ATTENDANCE REGISTERS; REGISTERING OR INDICATING THE WORKING OF MACHINES; GENERATING RANDOM NUMBERS; VOTING OR LOTTERY APPARATUS; ARRANGEMENTS, SYSTEMS OR APPARATUS FOR CHECKING NOT PROVIDED FOR ELSEWHERE
    • G07C9/00—Individual registration on entry or exit
    • G07C9/00174—Electronically operated locks; Circuits therefor; Nonmechanical keys therefor, e.g. passive or active electrical keys or other data carriers without mechanical keys
    • G07C9/00857—Electronically operated locks; Circuits therefor; Nonmechanical keys therefor, e.g. passive or active electrical keys or other data carriers without mechanical keys where the code of the data carrier can be programmed

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  • the present invention relates to a portable modular wireless identification transmitter for driving, in particular for opening and / or closing accesses such as doors, gates, etc. from a distance, according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • a portable modular wireless identification transmitter for driving, in particular for opening and / or closing accesses such as doors, gates, etc. from a distance, according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • Such an identification transmitter is known from EP-A-1 065 791 known.
  • the invention further relates to a wireless access control system for at least one access such as a door or gate, the access control system comprising a lock for access and a reader associated with the access and, upon receipt of a valid identification code, driving the lock to access open, and wherein the access control system comprises a portable modular wireless identification transmitter.
  • An access control system as used herein means a system that controls a single access. Under an access control system in the present context, a plurality of such access control systems are understood, which are based on the same technology. This will be explained below.
  • Such access control systems and systems are used for example in larger office and corporate complexes. They allow access to persons residing in the complex exclusively to those spatial areas for which they are authorized.
  • locking systems are used for this purpose.
  • mechanical locks of the same locking technology are used within an office complex.
  • the keys are coded so that a mechanical key usually provides exclusive access to a particular office area.
  • all keys usually provide access to common areas within the office complex. This simple way of distinguishing can be branched arbitrarily. For example, it is possible that all employees of a company have access to the company premises within an office complex. However, only the accountant and the business owner have a key that provides additional access to the accounting room.
  • a batteryless passive transponder as a key fob or - tower is known by the present applicant under the name "Clip Tac".
  • passive transponders are also known in the form of credit card sized iso-transponder cards, in which a module is kept interchangeable (DE 199 56 137 A1).
  • Both locking media are passive transponders. These have an antenna coil and a chip coupled to the antenna coil. By means of a read signal, a voltage can be induced in the antenna coil. The voltage is used by the chip to read out an identification code stored thereon and modulate it to a signal. The modulated signal is then radiated by the induced energy and read by a reader.
  • Such passive transponders can be read over distances of a few centimeters to about 20 to 30 cm.
  • Access control systems and systems based on transponders are available on the market based on different technologies. Depending on the technology, identification codes of different numbers of bits, different transmission and reception frequencies, different transmission and reception protocols, etc. are used. These different “technologies” are not compatible with each other. This means that the transponders of one technology can not be read by readers of another technology, and vice versa.
  • an identification transmitter carried by a driver of a motor vehicle is generally designed as an active transmitter.
  • the identification transmitter therefore usually has an electric battery for power supply, a battery powered chip and an antenna.
  • the driver of the motor vehicle must press a button on the identification transmitter to initiate a process in which the identification code stored on the chip is sent. If its motor vehicle is in the transmission range of the identification transmitter, the identification code is received by the vehicle, checked for correctness and then access to the motor vehicle is granted. This is usually done by unlocking the central locking.
  • a passive transponder is frequently also arranged in the identification transmitter.
  • the passive transponder is then read by a reading device in the motor vehicle, which can be arranged, for example, in the region of the ignition lock.
  • the ignition and other electrical systems of the motor vehicle remain locked, even if, for example, the central locking system is open, until a valid transponder is read.
  • the identification transmitter is designed as an active transponder, but is normally in a sleep mode. From the motor vehicle then a wake-up signal is sent at regular intervals. As soon as the driver of the motor vehicle with the identification transmitter is in the transmission range of the motor vehicle, the identification transmitter is "awakened” and in turn sends his identification code to the motor vehicle. In the vehicle then the central locking is unlocked.
  • wireless access control systems can also be combined with the immobilizer.
  • the immobilizer is automatically released by unlocking the central locking.
  • the access control systems with active identification encoders are not compatible with each other.
  • the technologies used differ from vehicle brand to vehicle brand.
  • the access control systems with active identifiers are not compatible with access control systems using passive identification transmitters.
  • a portable modular wireless identification transmitter for driving, in particular for opening and / or closing accesses such as doors, gates, etc. from a distance with the features of claim 1.
  • a wireless access control system for at least one access such as a door or gate, the access control system comprising an access lock and reader associated with the access and driving the lock upon receipt of a valid identification code to open the access, and wherein the access control system comprises at least one portable modular identification transmitter of the type described above.
  • the present invention makes it possible to use a single physical identifier for different access control technologies.
  • a system module based on a specific access control technology can be used in one and the same physical identification transmitter.
  • another system module based on another access control technology may be used.
  • the identification transmitter is therefore modular.
  • the fixed components in the identification transmitter, such as control device and transmitter, are designed to be used for different access control technologies.
  • the identification transmitter can be used depending on the system module used to control accesses of different access control systems.
  • the identification transmitter is adapted to establish a bidirectional communication with the reading device, whereby the security can be increased.
  • control device periodically queries whether the receiving device has received an activation signal and, upon receipt of an activation signal, reads the identification code of at least one system module and activates the transmission device in order to send the identification code.
  • control device is in the idle state in a "sleep mode" and is “awakened” by receiving an activation signal. Subsequently, the control device sends an identification code.
  • the activation signal is generally sent by a reading device to the access to be controlled.
  • the control device recognizes in dependence on the receiving activation signal, which contained identification code is to be sent. Accordingly, the controller then controls only the "addressed" system module to send the identification code.
  • the activation signal triggers the transmission of an identification code from a memory firmly contained in the housing.
  • an antenna which forms the transmitting device and / or the receiving device is fixedly arranged in the housing.
  • the antenna can be a coil in the simplest case and serve as a transmitting and receiving coil.
  • the housing has a plurality of receptacles for receiving a respective different system module.
  • a separate recording is provided for the system modules of different technologies. This is advantageous insofar as the respective recordings can be exactly matched to the respective different system modules.
  • the identification transmitter is designed to be particularly variable and in particular makes it possible to simultaneously record different system modules of different access control technologies.
  • the identification transmitter serves as a wireless "key" both for the owner's vehicle and for his office space.
  • This example can be extended arbitrarily.
  • the same identification transmitter can be used when receiving appropriate system modules to unlock a second vehicle and / or the front door of the household of the owner and lock.
  • a receptacle is adapted to accommodate different system modules.
  • At least one system module has an integrated control and transmission device and has no connection to the central control or transmission device.
  • the modular identification transmitter accordingly offers the possibility of also including those system modules which are not compatible with the internal control and / or transmission device. As a result, the variability of the identification transmitter is further increased.
  • an identification code of an access control system is stored in a system module which is fixedly arranged in the housing.
  • the identification transmitter is basically assigned to an access control system and can be modularly expanded by the inclusion of system modules of other access control systems.
  • the identification code which is stored in the memory permanently arranged in the housing, may be the identification code of an access control system of a building or of a motor vehicle.
  • system modules for example, for another vehicle and / or a system module for another access control system, this can be an identification transmitter expand so modular.
  • the housing has a receptacle for an energy storage, e.g. Battery or accumulator, on.
  • an energy storage e.g. Battery or accumulator
  • This measure also makes it possible to use the identification transmitter for access control technologies that use active identification transmitters.
  • an interface for charging a used in the recording, rechargeable battery is provided on the housing.
  • the identification transmitter can be used for example in the private household of the owner in a suitable charging cradle. Alternatively, it is also possible that the charging process via the battery of the motor vehicle, for example, when the identification transmitter is connected to a charging port in the motor vehicle. If the identification transmitter also has a mechanical key (see below), the metal-formed key can form the charging interface.
  • an interface for connection to a programming medium e.g., computer
  • a programming medium e.g., computer
  • control device has program-controlled blocking means, by means of which individual system modules can be blocked, so that their stored identification code is not sent.
  • This measure has the advantage that the identification transmitter can be locked with respect to the recorded system modules, without having to physically remove the system modules.
  • the identification transmitter is handed over by its owner to a third party, for example a motor vehicle workshop.
  • the owner can lock the identification transmitter with respect to, for example, a system module for his private household, so that unauthorized access is prevented from the outset.
  • program-controlled blocking means can be effected in particular by a computer which can be connected to the control device via a suitable interface on the housing.
  • a receptacle for a release module is provided on the housing and at least one system module is disabled, so that its stored identification code is not sent when the release module is not included.
  • the release module can be used to lock or unlock all additionally recorded system modules.
  • At least one actuating element which is connected to the control device, is provided on the outside of the housing, the control device, upon actuation of the actuating element, reading the identification code of at least one system module and actuating the transmitting device in order to transmit the identification code.
  • the transmission of the identification code is followed by active intervention of the owner. It is possible that the actuation of the actuating element causes all identification codes are sent, which are located in the identification transmitter. This can be done serially, for example. Alternatively, for each one or more of the identification codes each have its own actuator can be provided.
  • At least one mechanical key is movably, in particular pivotably, mounted on the housing between a projecting closed position and a rest position resting against the housing.
  • the modularity of the identification transmitter is further expanded by the identification transmitter can be used as a "conventional" key.
  • an access control device is generally indicated at 10.
  • the access control device 10 is formed by a plurality of access control systems A, B, C and D.
  • Each access control system A, B, C and D is based on its own wireless access control technology and typically includes a plurality of access control systems 11 each.
  • the access control system A has, for example, an access control system 11A for a door 12 of an office.
  • the door 12 is associated with a reading device 14 of the access control system 11A.
  • the access control system B has an access control system 11B for a private garage 16, to which a reading device 18 is assigned.
  • the access control system C has an access control system 11C for a vehicle 20 to which a reading device 22 is assigned.
  • the access control system D has an access control system 11D for a recreational device 24, for example a second vehicle 24, to which a reading device 26 is assigned.
  • the recreational facility 24 may also provide, for example, access to a sports facility, to a cabinet in the golf club or the like. be. In the following, for the sake of simplicity, only a second vehicle will be referred to.
  • the access control systems A, B, C and D can each be based on a different identification technology.
  • the access control system A is specially adapted for office buildings.
  • the access control system B is specially adapted for private households, in particular for garage doors.
  • the access control systems C and D are specially adapted for motor vehicles. Nonetheless, for example, access control systems C and D may differ in their identification technology, particularly if the motor vehicle 20 and the secondary vehicle 24 are from different manufacturers.
  • All access control systems A, B, C and D are wireless access control systems based either on active or on passive transponder technology and operated by means of portable identification transmitters.
  • the identification transmitter each have a known manner one active or a passive transmitter / receiver or transponder.
  • Each transponder is programmed with a unique identification code assigned to the respective identification transmitter and has at least one transmitting device for transmitting the identification code.
  • Each access control system A, B, C, D each has its own identifier type, so that the identification of a respective access control system A, B, C, D usually differ only by the identification code.
  • one and the same physical identification transmitter can therefore be programmed within an access control system A, B, C and D for different access control systems 11.
  • the identification transmitters are not compatible between the various access control systems A, B, C, D. That is, regardless of their programming, identification devices of the access control system A can generally not be used for access control systems of another access control system.
  • the technologies of the respective access control systems A, B, C, D can differ both with regard to the bit width of the respective identification code, with regard to the transmission and reception frequency, and in particular with regard to the transmission and reception protocols. This means that a person must usually carry a plurality of such identification transmitter, for access to his office 12, for access to his private household (garage 16), as well as for access to his motor vehicles 20 and 24 respectively.
  • the access control device 10 further comprises a portable modular wireless identification transmitter 30, which can be used as a universal identification transmitter for all four access control systems A, B, C and D. As a result of the identification transmitter 30, which connects these "worlds", the higher-level access control device 10 is created.
  • the identification transmitter 30 has a schematically indicated housing 32, in which a control device 34 is fixedly arranged. In the housing 32, one or more antennas 36 are further fixed, which are designed as a transmitting / receiving device.
  • a system module 38 for the access control system 11A, ie for the office 12, is fixedly arranged in the housing 32.
  • the system module 38 has an identification code 40, which consists for example of a plurality of bits (usually forty or more bits).
  • the identification code 40 is assigned to the office 12. As soon as the reading device 14 receives the identification code 40, the owner of the identification transmitter 30 is allowed access to the office 12.
  • access should be understood broadly in this context. It may mean, for example, that doors are unlocked or opened.
  • the system module 38 is shown in the illustration of FIG. 1 as a separate module, but may also be integrated into the control device 34.
  • a battery receptacle 42 for receiving an energy storage in the form of a battery 44 is further provided, which supplies the control device 34 with energy.
  • a plurality, in the present case, three receptacles for further system modules are also provided.
  • the housing 32 has a receptacle 50 for a system module 52 for the access control system 11C (i.e., the car 20).
  • a system module 52 for the access control system 11C i.e., the car 20.
  • the identification transmitter 30 is also designed to allow the operation of the vehicle 20.
  • a button 46 is formed accessible from the outside, by means of which an identification process can be initiated.
  • the controller 34 reads the identification code 56 from the system module 38 and sends it via the antenna 36.
  • the reader 22 reads the sent identification code 56 and allows the carrier of identification transmitter 30 access to the motor vehicle 20 due to the valid identification code 56th
  • a system module 62 for the access control system 11B is accommodated and connected to the control device 34 by means of a plug connection 64. Accordingly, the controller 34 may also read an identification code 66 stored in the system module 62 and use it to control the access control system 11B.
  • the housing 32 has a receptacle 70 for a system module 72, which is connectable via a plug connection 74 with the control device 34.
  • an identification code 76 for the access control system 11D is stored.
  • the system module 72 further includes an antenna 78 over which the identification code 76 is sent, controlled by the controller 34.
  • a "separate" antenna in a system module is particularly useful when the access control system (here D) operates on such frequencies for which the antenna 36 is not designed.
  • the access control system is such a system that operates by means of passive transponders, it is even possible to design a system module such that it has no connection to the control device 34 at all.
  • the housing 32 has an interface 80 for connecting, for example, a computer 82 (or other programming medium).
  • controller 34 can be unlocked by the computer 82 again.
  • the computer 82 may be used to re-program the firmly-contained system module A and / or to reprogram one or more of the recorded system modules B, C, and D.
  • the housing 32 of the identification transmitter 30 also has a release module receptacle 84 for receiving a release module 86.
  • the controller 34 When the release module 86 is received in the receptacle 84 and accordingly connected to the controller 34, the controller 34 is released and can send all the identification codes. When the release module 86 is removed, the transmitter 34 is disabled.
  • the release module 86 is thus a hardware lock that can be set up as an alternative or in addition to the software lock according to computer 82.
  • FIG. 2 shows a further embodiment of an identification transmitter 100.
  • the identification transmitter 100 is based on the same principles as the identification transmitter 30 of the access control device 10 of FIG. 1.
  • the system module 52 for the access control system 11C is fixed and the system modules for the access control systems A, B and D are modular.
  • the identification transmitter 100 has an approximately cuboid housing 102. Further, three buttons are provided on a broad side of the housing 102, a closing button 104, an opening button 106 and an additional button 108th
  • buttons are connected to a control device 34 and serve to open an access, close or exercise an additional function (for example, trunk lid open).
  • a rotation axis 110 is formed, which extends perpendicular to the broad sides of the housing 102.
  • a mechanical key 112 is rotatably mounted on the rotation axis 110.
  • the key 112 In the position shown in solid lines, the key 112 is collapsed and lies in a suitable receptacle parallel to a narrow side of the housing 102.
  • the key In the unfolded state, the key is perpendicular to the housing 102, as shown in dashed lines at 112 '.
  • the identification transmitter 100 can be used as a normal key, for example, for an ignition of a motor vehicle.
  • the housing 102 also has two charging contacts 114 for a rechargeable accumulator arranged inside the housing 102.
  • two charging contacts 114 for a rechargeable accumulator arranged inside the housing 102.
  • the key 112 it is also possible to use the key 112 as a charging contact.

Abstract

The invention proposes a portable modular wirefree identification signal transmitter for actuating, in particular for opening and/or closing, access points such as doors, gates, etc., remotely, having a housing which has at least one externally accessible receptacle for accommodating a respective exchangeable system module, an identification code of a wirefree access control system being stored in the system module. A control device is arranged in the housing and is configured to read the identification code of a system module which is accommodated. At least one transmitter device is permanently arranged in the housing and is adapted to transmit the identification code of a system module which is accommodated, to a reader device assigned to an access point. Depending on the system module accommodated, the identification signal transmitter can be used for opening and closing access points with different wirefree access control technologies.

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Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft einen tragbaren modularen drahtlosen Identifikationsgeber zum Ansteuern, insbesondere zum Öffnen und/oder Schließen von Zugängen wie Türen, Toren etc. aus der Ferne, gemäß dem Oberbegriff des Anspruchs 1. Ein solcher Identifikationsgeber ist aus der EP-A-1 065 791 bekannt.The present invention relates to a portable modular wireless identification transmitter for driving, in particular for opening and / or closing accesses such as doors, gates, etc. from a distance, according to the preamble of claim 1. Such an identification transmitter is known from EP-A-1 065 791 known.

Die Erfindung betrifft ferner ein drahtloses Zugangskontrollsystem für wenigstens einen Zugang wie eine Tür oder ein Tor, wobei das Zugangskontrollsystem ein Schloß für den Zugang und eine Leseeinrichtung aufweist, die dem Zugang zugeordnet ist und bei Empfang eines gültigen Identifikationscodes das Schloß ansteuert, um den Zugang zu öffnen, und wobei das Zugangskontrollsystem einen tragbaren modularen drahtlosen Identifikationsgeber aufweist.The invention further relates to a wireless access control system for at least one access such as a door or gate, the access control system comprising a lock for access and a reader associated with the access and, upon receipt of a valid identification code, driving the lock to access open, and wherein the access control system comprises a portable modular wireless identification transmitter.

Derartige Identifikationsgeber sind als Elemente von Zugangskontrollsystemen und -anlagen allgemein bekannt. Unter einem Zugangskontrollsystem wird im vorliegenden Zusammenhang ein System verstanden, das einen einzelnen Zugang kontrolliert. Unter einer Zugangskontrollanlage wird im vorliegenden Zusammenhang eine Mehrzahl derartiger Zugangskontrollsysteme verstanden, die auf derselben Technologie basieren. Dies wird nachstehend noch erläutert werden.Such identification transmitters are well known as elements of access control systems and systems. An access control system as used herein means a system that controls a single access. Under an access control system in the present context, a plurality of such access control systems are understood, which are based on the same technology. This will be explained below.

Solche Zugangskontrollsysteme und -anlagen werden beispielsweise in größeren Büro- und Firmenkomplexen verwendet. Sie ermöglichen, daß sich in dem Komplex aufhaltende Personen Zugang ausschließlich zu solchen räumlichen Bereichen erhalten, für die sie autorisiert sind.Such access control systems and systems are used for example in larger office and corporate complexes. They allow access to persons residing in the complex exclusively to those spatial areas for which they are authorized.

Klassischerweise werden zu diesem Zweck sogenannte Schließanlagen verwendet. Dabei werden beispielsweise innerhalb eines Bürokomplexes mechanische Schlösser derselben Schließtechnologie verwendet. Die Schlüssel sind codiert, so daß ein mechanischer Schlüssel in der Regel ausschließlichen Zutritt zu einem bestimmten Bürobereich bietet. Ferner bieten sämtliche Schlüssel in der Regel Zugang zu gemeinen Flächen innerhalb des Bürokomplexes. Diese einfache unterscheidungsmöglichkeit läßt sich beliebig verzweigen. Beispielsweise ist es möglich, daß sämtliche Mitarbeiter einer Firma Zutritt zu den Firmenräumen innerhalb eines Bürokomplexes haben. Nur der Buchhalter und der Firmeninhaber haben jedoch einen Schlüssel, der zusätzlich Zutritt zu dem Buchhaltungsraum gewährt.Classically, so-called locking systems are used for this purpose. For example, mechanical locks of the same locking technology are used within an office complex. The keys are coded so that a mechanical key usually provides exclusive access to a particular office area. Furthermore, all keys usually provide access to common areas within the office complex. This simple way of distinguishing can be branched arbitrarily. For example, it is possible that all employees of a company have access to the company premises within an office complex. However, only the accountant and the business owner have a key that provides additional access to the accounting room.

Seit einigen Jahren gibt es derartige Zugangskontrollsysteme und -anlagen auch auf berührungsloser Basis. So ist unter der Bezeichnung "Clip Tac" von der vorliegenden Anmelderin ein batterieloser Passiv-Transponder als Schlüsselanhänger bzw. - aufsatz bekannt. Ferner sind passive Transponder auch in Form von Iso-Transponderkarten im Scheckkartenformat bekannt, in denen ein Modul auswechselbar gehalten wird (DE 199 56 137 A1).For some years, such access control systems and facilities are also available on a contactless basis. Thus, a batteryless passive transponder as a key fob or - tower is known by the present applicant under the name "Clip Tac". Furthermore, passive transponders are also known in the form of credit card sized iso-transponder cards, in which a module is kept interchangeable (DE 199 56 137 A1).

Bei beiden Schließmedien handelt es sich um passive Transponder. Diese weisen eine Antennenspule und einen mit der Antennenspule gekoppelten Chip auf. Durch ein Lesesignal läßt sich in die Antennenspule eine Spannung induzieren. Die Spannung wird von dem Chip dazu benutzt, einen darauf abgespeicherten Identifikationscode auszulesen und auf ein Signal zu modulieren. Das modulierte Signal wird dann mittels der induzierten Energie abgestrahlt und von einem Lesegerät gelesen.Both locking media are passive transponders. These have an antenna coil and a chip coupled to the antenna coil. By means of a read signal, a voltage can be induced in the antenna coil. The voltage is used by the chip to read out an identification code stored thereon and modulate it to a signal. The modulated signal is then radiated by the induced energy and read by a reader.

Derartige passive Transponder können über Entfernungen von wenigen Zentimetern bis hin zu etwa 20 bis 30 cm gelesen werden.Such passive transponders can be read over distances of a few centimeters to about 20 to 30 cm.

Zugangskontrollsysteme und -anlagen auf der Basis von Transpondern sind auf der Basis unterschiedlicher Technologien auf dem Markt erhältlich. Je nach Technologie werden Identifikationscodes unterschiedlicher Bitzahl, unterschiedliche Sende- und Empfangsfrequenzen, unterschiedliche Sende- und Empfangsprotokolle etc. verwendet. Diese unterschiedlichen "Technologien" sind untereinander nicht kompatibel. Das bedeutet, daß die Transponder der einen Technologie nicht von Lesegeräten einer anderen Technologie gelesen werden können und umgekehrt.Access control systems and systems based on transponders are available on the market based on different technologies. Depending on the technology, identification codes of different numbers of bits, different transmission and reception frequencies, different transmission and reception protocols, etc. are used. These different "technologies" are not compatible with each other. This means that the transponders of one technology can not be read by readers of another technology, and vice versa.

Nicht nur auf dem Gebiet der Gebäudetechnik ist die Tendenz hin zu berührungs- bzw. drahtlosen Zugangskontrolltechnologien steigend. Beispielsweise gibt es auf dem Kraftfahrzeugsektor Zugangskontrollsysteme auf Infrarot- und Funkbasis. Bei diesen Systemen ist ein von einem Führer eines Kraftfahrzeuges getragener Identifikationsgeber im allgemeinen als aktiver Sender ausgebildet. Der Identifikationsgeber weist folglich in der Regel eine elektrische Batterie zur Energieversorgung, einen aus der Batterie gespeisten Chip und eine Antenne auf. Bei manchen Systemen muß der Führer des Kraftfahrzeuges einen Knopf an dem Identifikationsgeber drücken, um einen Vorgang einzuleiten, bei dem der auf dem Chip gespeicherte Identifikationscode gesendet wird. Sofern sich sein Kraftfahrzeug im Sendeumkreis des Identifikationsgebers befindet, wird der Identifikationscode von dem Fahrzeug empfangen, auf Richtigkeit hin überprüft und anschließend wird der Zugang zu dem Kraftfahrzeug gewährt. Dies erfolgt in der Regel durch Entriegeln der Zentralverriegelung.Not only in the field of building technology, the trend towards touch-sensitive or wireless access control technologies is increasing. For example, in the automotive sector there are infrared and radio based access control systems. In these systems, an identification transmitter carried by a driver of a motor vehicle is generally designed as an active transmitter. The identification transmitter therefore usually has an electric battery for power supply, a battery powered chip and an antenna. In some systems, the driver of the motor vehicle must press a button on the identification transmitter to initiate a process in which the identification code stored on the chip is sent. If its motor vehicle is in the transmission range of the identification transmitter, the identification code is received by the vehicle, checked for correctness and then access to the motor vehicle is granted. This is usually done by unlocking the central locking.

Häufig werden diese Zugangskontrollsysteme mit einer Wegfahrsperre kombiniert. In diesem Fall ist in dem Identifikationsgeber häufig ferner ein passiver Transponder angeordnet. Der passive Transponder wird dann durch eine Lesevorrichtung im Kraftfahrzeug gelesen, die beispielsweise im Bereich des Zündschlosses angeordnet sein kann. Die Zündung und andere elektrische Systeme des Kraftfahrzeuges bleiben gesperrt, auch wenn beispielsweise die Zentralverriegelung geöffnet ist, so lange, bis ein gültiger Transponder gelesen wird.Often these access control systems are combined with an immobilizer. In this case, a passive transponder is frequently also arranged in the identification transmitter. The passive transponder is then read by a reading device in the motor vehicle, which can be arranged, for example, in the region of the ignition lock. The ignition and other electrical systems of the motor vehicle remain locked, even if, for example, the central locking system is open, until a valid transponder is read.

Bei anderen Zugangskontrollsystemen für Kraftfahrzeuge ist der Identifikationsgeber als aktiver Transponder ausgebildet, befindet sich jedoch normalerweise in einem Schlafmodus. Von dem Kraftfahrzeug wird dann in regelmäßigen Abständen ein Wecksignal gesendet. Sobald sich der Führer des Kraftfahrzeuges mit dem Identifikationsgeber im Sendebereich des Kraftfahrzeuges befindet, wird der Identifikationsgeber "geweckt" und sendet seinerseits seinen Identifikationscode an das Kraftfahrzeug. Im Kraftfahrzeug wird dann die Zentralverriegelung entriegelt.In other motor vehicle access control systems, the identification transmitter is designed as an active transponder, but is normally in a sleep mode. From the motor vehicle then a wake-up signal is sent at regular intervals. As soon as the driver of the motor vehicle with the identification transmitter is in the transmission range of the motor vehicle, the identification transmitter is "awakened" and in turn sends his identification code to the motor vehicle. In the vehicle then the central locking is unlocked.

Es versteht sich, daß drahtlose Zugangskontrollsysteme auch mit der Wegfahrsperre kombiniert werden können. Dabei wird automatisch mit dem Entriegeln der Zentralverriegelung auch die Wegfahrsperre gelöst.It is understood that wireless access control systems can also be combined with the immobilizer. The immobilizer is automatically released by unlocking the central locking.

Die Zugangskontrollsysteme mit aktiven Identifikationsgebern sind nicht untereinander kompatibel. Die verwendeten Technologien unterscheiden sich von Fahrzeugmarke zu Fahrzeugmarke.The access control systems with active identification encoders are not compatible with each other. The technologies used differ from vehicle brand to vehicle brand.

Auch sind die Zugangskontrollsysteme mit aktiven Identifikationsgebern nicht kompatibel mit Zugangskontrollsystemen, die passive Identifikationsgeber verwenden.Also, the access control systems with active identifiers are not compatible with access control systems using passive identification transmitters.

All dies führt dazu, daß eine Person häufig eine Mehrzahl solcher Identifikationsgeber mit sich führt, beispielsweise einen für ihr Büro, einen für ihr Firmenfahrzeug, einen weiteren für ihren Privatwagen. Da die Identifikationsgeber generell größer sind als herkömmliche mechanische Schlüssel, wird ein derartiger Identifikationsgeber-"Bund" schnell sperrig.All this leads to a person frequently carrying a plurality of such identification devices, for example one for their office, one for their company vehicle, another for their private car. Since the identification transmitters are generally larger than conventional mechanical keys, such an identification transmitter "collar" quickly becomes bulky.

Ideal wäre es folglich, wenn die Technologien der unterschiedlichen Zugangskontrollsysteme und -anlagen miteinander harmonisiert würden. Dann wäre beispielsweise einer Person ein bestimmter Identifikationscode zugeordnet, der dann auf die verschiedenen Technologien angewendet wird, so daß die Person nur einen einzelnen Identifikationsgeber mit sich tragen muß. Anstrengungen in dieser Richtung haben jedoch bislang noch nicht zu einem durchschlagenden Erfolg geführt.It would therefore be ideal if the technologies of the different access control systems and installations were harmonized with each other. Then, for example, a person would be assigned a particular identification code which would then be applied to the different technologies, so that the person would only have to carry a single identification transmitter. Efforts in this direction, however, have not yet led to a resounding success.

Vor diesem Hintergrund ist es die Aufgabe der vorliegenden Erfindung, einen verbesserten tragbaren modularen drahtlosen Identifikationsgeber sowie ein verbessertes drahtloses Zugangskontrollsystem für wenigstens einen Zugang anzugeben.Against this background, it is the object of the present invention to provide an improved portable modular wireless identification transmitter as well as an improved wireless access control system for at least one access.

Die obige Aufgabe wird durch einen tragbaren modularen drahtlosen Identifikationsgeber zum Ansteuern, insbesondere zum Öffnen und/oder Schließen von Zugängen wie Türen, Toren etc. aus der Ferne mit den Merkmalen des Anspruchs 1 gelöst.The above object is achieved by a portable modular wireless identification transmitter for driving, in particular for opening and / or closing accesses such as doors, gates, etc. from a distance with the features of claim 1.

Die obige Aufgabe wird ferner gelöst durch ein drahtloses Zugangskontrollsystem für wenigstens einen Zugang wie eine Tür oder ein Tor, wobei das Zugangskontrollsystem ein Schloß für den Zugang und eine Leseeinrichtung aufweist, die dem Zugang zugeordnet ist und bei Empfang eines gültigen Identifikationscodes das Schloß ansteuert, um den Zugang zu öffnen, und wobei das Zugangskontrollsystem wenigstens einen tragbaren modularen Identifikationsgeber der oben bezeichneten Art aufweist.The above object is further achieved by a wireless access control system for at least one access such as a door or gate, the access control system comprising an access lock and reader associated with the access and driving the lock upon receipt of a valid identification code to open the access, and wherein the access control system comprises at least one portable modular identification transmitter of the type described above.

Die vorliegende Erfindung ermöglicht es, einen einzigen physikalischen Identifikationsgeber für unterschiedliche Zugangskontrolltechnologien zu verwenden.The present invention makes it possible to use a single physical identifier for different access control technologies.

Mit anderen Worten kann in ein und denselben physikalischen Identifikationsgeber ein Systemmodul eingesetzt werden, das auf einer bestimmten Zugangskontrolltechnologie basiert. Alternativ kann ein anderes Systemmodul eingesetzt werden, das auf einer weiteren Zugangskontrolltechnologie basiert.In other words, a system module based on a specific access control technology can be used in one and the same physical identification transmitter. Alternatively, another system module based on another access control technology may be used.

Der Identifikationsgeber ist folglich modular aufgebaut. Die in dem Identifikationsgeber fest eingebauten Komponenten wie Steuereinrichtung und Sendeeinrichtung sind dazu ausgelegt, für unterschiedliche Zugangskontrolltechnologien verwendet zu werden.The identification transmitter is therefore modular. The fixed components in the identification transmitter, such as control device and transmitter, are designed to be used for different access control technologies.

Demgemäß kann der Identifikationsgeber je nach verwendetem Systemmodul zum Ansteuern von Zugängen unterschiedlicher Zugangskontrollanlagen verwendet werden.Accordingly, the identification transmitter can be used depending on the system module used to control accesses of different access control systems.

Durch die Empfangseinrichtung ist der Identifikationsgeber dazu geeignet, eine bidirektionale Kommunikation mit der Leseeinrichtung einzurichten, wodurch die Sicherheit erhöht werden kann.By the receiving device, the identification transmitter is adapted to establish a bidirectional communication with the reading device, whereby the security can be increased.

Erfindungsgemäß fragt die Steuereinrichtung periodisch ab, ob die Empfangseinrichtung ein Aktivierungssignal empfangen hat, und liest bei Empfang eines Aktivierungssignals den Identifikationscode wenigstens eines Systemmoduls und steuert die Sendeeinrichtung an, um den Identifikationscode zu senden.According to the invention, the control device periodically queries whether the receiving device has received an activation signal and, upon receipt of an activation signal, reads the identification code of at least one system module and activates the transmission device in order to send the identification code.

Hierbei befindet sich die Steuereinrichtung im Ruhezustand in einem "Schlafmodus" und wird durch Empfang eines Aktivierungssignals "geweckt". Anschließend sendet die Steuereinrichtung einen Identifikationscode. Das Aktivierungssignal wird dabei in der Regel von einer Leseeinrichtung an dem anzusteuernden Zugang abgesendet.In this case, the control device is in the idle state in a "sleep mode" and is "awakened" by receiving an activation signal. Subsequently, the control device sends an identification code. The activation signal is generally sent by a reading device to the access to be controlled.

Erfindungsgemäß erkennt die Steuereinrichtung dabei in Abhängigkeit von dem empfangenden Aktivierungssignal, welcher enthaltene Identifikationscode zu senden ist. Demgemäß steuert die Steuereinrichtung dann lediglich das "angesprochene" Systemmodul an, um den Identifikationscode zu senden. Natürlich ist es auch möglich, daß das Aktivierungssignal das Senden eines Identifikationscodes aus einem in dem Gehäuse fest enthaltenen Speicher auslöst.According to the invention, the control device recognizes in dependence on the receiving activation signal, which contained identification code is to be sent. Accordingly, the controller then controls only the "addressed" system module to send the identification code. Of course, it is also possible that the activation signal triggers the transmission of an identification code from a memory firmly contained in the housing.

Von besonderem Vorzug ist es, wenn in dem Gehäuse eine Antenne fest angeordnet ist, die die Sendeeinrichtung und/oder die Empfangseinrichtung bildet.It is of particular advantage if an antenna which forms the transmitting device and / or the receiving device is fixedly arranged in the housing.

Die Antenne kann im einfachsten Fall eine Spule sein und als Sende- und Empfangsspule dienen.The antenna can be a coil in the simplest case and serve as a transmitting and receiving coil.

Von besonderem Vorzug ist es, wenn das Gehäuse eine Mehrzahl von Aufnahmen zur Aufnahme jeweils eines unterschiedlichen Systemmoduls aufweist.It is particularly advantageous if the housing has a plurality of receptacles for receiving a respective different system module.

Bei dieser Ausführungsform ist für die Systemmodule unterschiedlicher Technologien jeweils eine eigene Aufnahme vorgesehen. Dies ist vorteilhaft insofern, als die jeweiligen Aufnahmen auf die jeweiligen unterschiedlichen Systemmodule genau abgestimmt sein können.In this embodiment, a separate recording is provided for the system modules of different technologies. This is advantageous insofar as the respective recordings can be exactly matched to the respective different system modules.

Bei dieser Ausführungsform ist der Identifikationsgeber besonders variabel ausgebildet und ermöglicht es insbesondere, gleichzeitig unterschiedliche Systemmodule unterschiedlicher Zugangskontrolltechnologien aufzunehmen.In this embodiment, the identification transmitter is designed to be particularly variable and in particular makes it possible to simultaneously record different system modules of different access control technologies.

Dies ermöglicht es beispielsweise, daß ein und derselbe physikalische Identifikationsgeber zum einen dazu geeignet ist, ein Kraftfahrzeug zu entriegeln, und zum anderen, Zugang zu Gebäuden zu erlangen. Mit anderen Worten dient der Identifikationsgeber als drahtloser "Schlüssel" sowohl für das Kraftfahrzeug des Besitzers als auch für dessen Büroräume. Dieses Beispiel läßt sich beliebig erweitern. Beispielsweise kann derselbe Identifikationsgeber bei Aufnahme geeigneter Systemmodule dazu verwendet werden, ein Zweitfahrzeug und/oder die Eingangstür des Privathaushaltes des Besitzers zu entriegeln und zu verriegeln.This makes it possible, for example, that one and the same physical identification transmitter is suitable, on the one hand, for unlocking a motor vehicle and, on the other hand, for gaining access to buildings. In other words, the identification transmitter serves as a wireless "key" both for the owner's vehicle and for his office space. This example can be extended arbitrarily. For example, the same identification transmitter can be used when receiving appropriate system modules to unlock a second vehicle and / or the front door of the household of the owner and lock.

Auf diese Weise ist es möglich, daß eine Person trotz des Vorhandenseins unterschiedlicher Zugangskontrolltechnologien für die verschiedenen Zugangsbereiche nur einen einzelnen physikalischen Identifikationsgeber mit sich tragen muß.In this way, it is possible for a person to carry only a single physical identification transmitter despite the presence of different access control technologies for the different access areas.

Alternativ ist es möglich, daß eine Aufnahme dazu geeignet ist, unterschiedliche Systemmodule aufzunehmen.Alternatively, it is possible that a receptacle is adapted to accommodate different system modules.

Gemäß einer bevorzugten Ausführungsform weist wenigstens ein Systemmodul eine integrierte Steuer- und Sendeeinrichtung auf und besitzt keine Verbindung zur zentralen Steuer- oder Sendeeinrichtung.According to a preferred embodiment, at least one system module has an integrated control and transmission device and has no connection to the central control or transmission device.

Bei dieser Ausführungsform bietet der modulare Identifikationsgeber demgemäß die Möglichkeit, auch solche Systemmodule aufzunehmen, die zu der internen Steuer- und/oder Sendeeinrichtung nicht kompatibel sind. Hierdurch wird die Variabilität des Identifikationsgebers weiter gesteigert.In this embodiment, the modular identification transmitter accordingly offers the possibility of also including those system modules which are not compatible with the internal control and / or transmission device. As a result, the variability of the identification transmitter is further increased.

Von besonderem Vorzug ist es, wenn ferner ein Identifikationscode eines Zugangskontrollsystems in einem Systemmodul gespeichert ist, das fest in dem Gehäuse angeordnet ist.It is particularly advantageous if, moreover, an identification code of an access control system is stored in a system module which is fixedly arranged in the housing.

Bei dieser Ausführungsform ist der Identifikationsgeber dem Grunde nach fest dem einen Zugangskontrollsystem zugeordnet und läßt sich durch die Aufnahme von Systemmodulen anderer Zugangskontrollsysteme modular erweitern. Beispielsweise kann der Identifikationscode, der in dem fest in dem Gehäuse angeordneten Speicher gespeichert ist, der Identifikationscode eines Zugangskontrollsystems eines Gebäudes oder eines Kraftfahrzeuges sein. Durch Einsetzen von Systemmodulen beispielsweise für ein weiteres Fahrzeug und/oder ein Systemmodul für ein weiteres Zugangskontrollsystem läßt sich dieser eine Identifikationsgeber derart modular erweitern.In this embodiment, the identification transmitter is basically assigned to an access control system and can be modularly expanded by the inclusion of system modules of other access control systems. For example, the identification code, which is stored in the memory permanently arranged in the housing, may be the identification code of an access control system of a building or of a motor vehicle. By inserting system modules, for example, for another vehicle and / or a system module for another access control system, this can be an identification transmitter expand so modular.

Gemäß einer weiteren bevorzugten Ausführungsform weist das Gehäuse eine Aufnahme für einen Energiespeicher, z.B. Batterie oder Akkumulator, auf.According to a further preferred embodiment, the housing has a receptacle for an energy storage, e.g. Battery or accumulator, on.

Diese Maßnahme ermöglicht, den Identifikationsgeber auch für solche Zugangskontrolltechnologien zu verwenden, die aktive Identifikationsgeber verwenden.This measure also makes it possible to use the identification transmitter for access control technologies that use active identification transmitters.

Dabei ist es besonders bevorzugt, wenn an dem Gehäuse eine Schnittstelle zum Aufladen eines in die Aufnahme eingesetzten, wiederaufladbaren Akkumulators vorgesehen ist.It is particularly preferred if an interface for charging a used in the recording, rechargeable battery is provided on the housing.

Hierdurch werden häufige Batteriewechsel vermieden. Der Identifikationsgeber kann beispielsweise im Privathaushalt des Besitzers in eine geeignete Ladeschale eingesetzt werden. Alternativ ist es auch möglich, daß der Ladevorgang über die Batterie des Kraftfahrzeuges erfolgt, beispielsweise dann, wenn der Identifikationsgeber an einen Ladeport im Kraftfahrzeug angeschlossen wird. Falls der Identifikationsgeber ferner einen mechanischen Schlüssel aufweist (s. unten), kann der aus Metall gebildete Schlüssel die Ladeschnittstelle bilden.This avoids frequent battery changes. The identification transmitter can be used for example in the private household of the owner in a suitable charging cradle. Alternatively, it is also possible that the charging process via the battery of the motor vehicle, for example, when the identification transmitter is connected to a charging port in the motor vehicle. If the identification transmitter also has a mechanical key (see below), the metal-formed key can form the charging interface.

Gemäß einer besonders bevorzugten Ausführungsform ist an dem Gehäuse eine Schnittstelle zur Verbindung mit einem Programmiermedium (z.B. Computer) vorgesehen.According to a particularly preferred embodiment, an interface for connection to a programming medium (e.g., computer) is provided on the housing.

Dies ermöglicht eine Programmierung der Steuereinrichtung des Identifikationsgebers und/oder von aufgenommenen Systemmodulen. Beispielsweise ist es denkbar, mittels dieser Verbindung den Identifikationscode auf komfortable Weise zu ändern.This allows programming of the control device of the identification transmitter and / or recorded system modules. For example, it is conceivable to change the identification code in a comfortable manner by means of this connection.

Ferner ist es bevorzugt, wenn die Steuereinrichtung programmgesteuerte Sperrmittel aufweist, mittels der einzelne Systemmodule gesperrt werden können, so daß deren gespeicherter Identifikationscode nicht gesendet wird.Furthermore, it is preferred if the control device has program-controlled blocking means, by means of which individual system modules can be blocked, so that their stored identification code is not sent.

Diese Maßnahme hat den Vorteil, daß der Identifikationsgeber in bezug auf die aufgenommenen Systemmodule gesperrt werden kann, ohne die Systemmodule physikalisch entfernen zu müssen. Dies kann beispielsweise vorteilhaft sein, wenn der Identifikationsgeber von seinem Besitzer an Dritte übergeben wird, beispielsweise eine Kraftfahrzeugwerkstatt. In diesem Fall kann der Besitzer den Identifikationsgeber in bezug auf beispielsweise ein Systemmodul für seinen Privathaushalt sperren, so daß ein unbefugter Zutritt von vornherein verhindert wird.This measure has the advantage that the identification transmitter can be locked with respect to the recorded system modules, without having to physically remove the system modules. This For example, it may be advantageous if the identification transmitter is handed over by its owner to a third party, for example a motor vehicle workshop. In this case, the owner can lock the identification transmitter with respect to, for example, a system module for his private household, so that unauthorized access is prevented from the outset.

Es versteht sich, daß die diesbezügliche Einstellung der programmgesteuerten Sperrmittel insbesondere durch einen Computer erfolgen kann, der über eine geeignete Schnittstelle an dem Gehäuse mit der Steuereinrichtung verbindbar ist.It is understood that the relevant setting of the program-controlled blocking means can be effected in particular by a computer which can be connected to the control device via a suitable interface on the housing.

Bei einer weiteren Ausführungsform ist an dem Gehäuse eine Aufnahme für ein Freigabemodul vorgesehen und wenigstens ein Systemmodul ist gesperrt, so daß dessen gespeicherter Identifikationscode nicht gesendet wird, wenn das Freigabemodul nicht aufgenommen ist.In another embodiment, a receptacle for a release module is provided on the housing and at least one system module is disabled, so that its stored identification code is not sent when the release module is not included.

Bei dieser Ausführungsform, die alternativ oder akkumulativ zu den programmgesteuerten Sperrmitteln vorgesehen sein kann, ist es durch einfaches Einsetzen und Herausnehmen eines Freigabemoduls möglich, den Identifikationsgeber für bestimmte Zugangskontrollsysteme zu sperren.In this embodiment, which may be provided alternatively or accumulatively to the program-controlled blocking means, it is possible by simply inserting and removing a release module to block the identification transmitter for certain access control systems.

Insbesondere dann, wenn der Identifikationsgeber vorprogrammiert ist in dem Sinne, daß ein Identifikationscode in einem festen Speicher des Gehäuses abgespeichert ist, kann das Freigabemodul dazu verwendet werden, sämtliche zusätzlich aufgenommenen Systemmodule zu sperren oder zu entsperren.In particular, when the identification transmitter is preprogrammed in the sense that an identification code is stored in a fixed memory of the housing, the release module can be used to lock or unlock all additionally recorded system modules.

Gemäß einer weiteren bevorzugten Ausführungsform ist an dem Gehäuse außen wenigstens ein Betätigungselement vorgesehen, das mit der Steuereinrichtung verbunden ist, wobei die Steuereinrichtung bei Betätigung des Betätigungselementes den Identifikationscode wenigstens eines Systemmoduls liest und die Sendeeinrichtung ansteuert, um den Identifikationscode zu senden.According to a further preferred embodiment, at least one actuating element, which is connected to the control device, is provided on the outside of the housing, the control device, upon actuation of the actuating element, reading the identification code of at least one system module and actuating the transmitting device in order to transmit the identification code.

Bei dieser Ausführungsform folgt das Senden des Identifikationscodes durch aktiven Eingriff des Besitzers. Dabei ist es möglich, daß die Betätigung des Betätigungselementes dazu führt, daß sämtliche Identifikationscodes gesendet werden, die sich in dem Identifikationsgeber befinden. Dies kann beispielsweise seriell nacheinander erfolgen. Alternativ hierzu kann für einen oder mehrere der Identifikationscodes jeweils ein eigenes Betätigungselement vorgesehen sein.In this embodiment, the transmission of the identification code is followed by active intervention of the owner. It is possible that the actuation of the actuating element causes all identification codes are sent, which are located in the identification transmitter. This can be done serially, for example. Alternatively, for each one or more of the identification codes each have its own actuator can be provided.

Ferner ist es von Vorteil, wenn an dem Gehäuse wenigstens ein mechanischer Schlüssel zwischen einer vorstehenden Schließposition und einer am Gehäuse anliegenden Ruheposition beweglich, insbesondere verschwenkbar, gelagert ist.Furthermore, it is advantageous if at least one mechanical key is movably, in particular pivotably, mounted on the housing between a projecting closed position and a rest position resting against the housing.

Durch diese Maßnahme wird die Modularität des Identifikationsgebers noch erweitert, indem der Identifikationsgeber als "herkömmlicher" Schlüssel verwendet werden kann.By this measure, the modularity of the identification transmitter is further expanded by the identification transmitter can be used as a "conventional" key.

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In Fig. 1 ist eine Zugangskontrollvorrichtung generell mit 10 bezeichnet.In Fig. 1, an access control device is generally indicated at 10.

Die Zugangskontrollvorrichtung 10 ist gebildet durch eine Mehrzahl von Zugangskontrollanlagen A, B, C und D.The access control device 10 is formed by a plurality of access control systems A, B, C and D.

Jede Zugangskontrollanlage A, B, C und D basiert auf einer eigenen Technologie zur drahtlosen Zugangskontrolle und beinhaltet in der Regel jeweils eine Mehrzahl von Zugangskontrollsystemen 11.Each access control system A, B, C and D is based on its own wireless access control technology and typically includes a plurality of access control systems 11 each.

Die Zugangskontrollanlage A weist beispielsweise ein Zugangskontrollsystem 11A für eine Tür 12 eines Büros auf. Der Tür 12 ist eine Leseeinrichtung 14 des Zugangskontrollsystems 11A zugeordnet.The access control system A has, for example, an access control system 11A for a door 12 of an office. The door 12 is associated with a reading device 14 of the access control system 11A.

Die Zugangskontrollanlage B weist ein Zugangskontrollsystem 11B für eine private Garage 16 auf, der eine Leseeinrichtung 18 zugeordnet ist.The access control system B has an access control system 11B for a private garage 16, to which a reading device 18 is assigned.

Die Zugangskontrollanlage C weist ein Zugangskontrollsystem 11C für ein Fahrzeug 20 auf, dem eine Leseeinrichtung 22 zugeordnet ist.The access control system C has an access control system 11C for a vehicle 20 to which a reading device 22 is assigned.

Die Zugangskontrollanlage D weist ein Zugangskontrollsystem 11D für eine Freizeiteinrichtung 24, beispielsweise ein Zweitfahrzeug 24 auf, dem eine Leseeinrichtung 26 zugeordnet ist. Die Freizeiteinrichtung 24 kann auch beispielsweise ein Zugang zu einer Sportanlage, zu einem Schrank im Golfclub o.ä. sein. Im folgenden wird der Einfachheit halber nur auf ein Zweitfahrzeug Bezug genommen.The access control system D has an access control system 11D for a recreational device 24, for example a second vehicle 24, to which a reading device 26 is assigned. The recreational facility 24 may also provide, for example, access to a sports facility, to a cabinet in the golf club or the like. be. In the following, for the sake of simplicity, only a second vehicle will be referred to.

Die Zugangskontrollanlagen A, B, C und D können jeweils auf einer unterschiedlichen Identifikationstechnologie basieren. Beispielsweise ist die Zugangskontrollanlage A speziell für Bürogebäude angepaßt.The access control systems A, B, C and D can each be based on a different identification technology. For example, the access control system A is specially adapted for office buildings.

Die Zugangskontrollanlage B ist speziell für Privathaushalte angepaßt, insbesondere für Garagentore. Die Zugangskontrollanlagen C und D sind speziell für Kraftfahrzeuge angepaßt. Nichtsdestotrotz können sich beispielsweise die Zugangskontrollanlagen C und D hinsichtlich ihrer IdentifikationsTechnologie unterscheiden, insbesondere dann, wenn das Kraftfahrzeug 20 und das Zweitfahrzeug 24 von unterschiedlichen Herstellern stammen.The access control system B is specially adapted for private households, in particular for garage doors. The access control systems C and D are specially adapted for motor vehicles. Nonetheless, for example, access control systems C and D may differ in their identification technology, particularly if the motor vehicle 20 and the secondary vehicle 24 are from different manufacturers.

Bei allen Zugangskontrollanlagen A, B, C und D handelt es sich um drahtlose Zugangskontrollanlagen, die entweder auf aktiver oder auf passiver Transpondertechnologie basieren und mittels tragbarer Identifikationsgeber zu betätigen sind. Die Identifikationsgeber weisen jeweils in an sich bekannter Weise einen aktiven oder einen passiven Sender/Empfänger oder Transponder auf. Jeder Transponder ist mit einem eindeutigen, dem jeweiligen Identifikationsgeber zugeordneten Identifikationscode programmiert und weist zumindest eine Sendeeinrichtung zum Senden des Identifikationscodes auf.All access control systems A, B, C and D are wireless access control systems based either on active or on passive transponder technology and operated by means of portable identification transmitters. The identification transmitter each have a known manner one active or a passive transmitter / receiver or transponder. Each transponder is programmed with a unique identification code assigned to the respective identification transmitter and has at least one transmitting device for transmitting the identification code.

Jede Zugangskontrollanlage A, B, C, D weist jeweils einen eigenen Identifikationsgebertyp auf, so daß sich die Identifikationsgeber einer jeweiligen Zugangskontrollanlage A, B, C, D in der Regel lediglich durch den Identifikationscode unterscheiden. Je nach Programmierung kann also ein und derselbe physikalische Identifikationsgeber innerhalb einer Zugangskontrollanlage A, B, C und D für unterschiedliche Zugangskontrollsysteme 11 programmiert sein. Die Identifikationsgeber sind jedoch zwischen den verschiedenen Zugangskontrollanlagen A, B, C, D nicht kompatibel. Das heißt, Identifikationsgeber der Zugangskontrollanlage A können unabhängig von ihrer Programmierung in der Regel nicht für Zugangskontrollsysteme einer anderen Zugangskontrollanlage verwendet werden.Each access control system A, B, C, D each has its own identifier type, so that the identification of a respective access control system A, B, C, D usually differ only by the identification code. Depending on the programming, one and the same physical identification transmitter can therefore be programmed within an access control system A, B, C and D for different access control systems 11. However, the identification transmitters are not compatible between the various access control systems A, B, C, D. That is, regardless of their programming, identification devices of the access control system A can generally not be used for access control systems of another access control system.

Die Technologien der jeweiligen Zugangskontrollanlagen A, B, C, D können sich sowohl hinsichtlich der Bitbreite des jeweiligen Identifikationscodes, hinsichtlich der Sende- und Empfangsfrequenz sowie insbesondere hinsichtlich der Sende- und Empfangsprotokolle unterscheiden. Dies bedeutet, daß eine Person in der Regel eine Mehrzahl derartiger Identifikationsgeber mit sich tragen muß, für den Zugang zu seinem Büro 12, für den Zugang zu seinem Privathaushalt (Garage 16), sowie für den Zugang zu seinen Kraftfahrzeugen 20 bzw. 24.The technologies of the respective access control systems A, B, C, D can differ both with regard to the bit width of the respective identification code, with regard to the transmission and reception frequency, and in particular with regard to the transmission and reception protocols. This means that a person must usually carry a plurality of such identification transmitter, for access to his office 12, for access to his private household (garage 16), as well as for access to his motor vehicles 20 and 24 respectively.

Die Zugangskontrollvorrichtung 10 weist ferner einen tragbaren modularen drahtlosen Identifikationsgeber 30 auf, der als universeller Identifikationsgeber für alle vier Zugangskontrollanlagen A, B, C und D verwendbar ist. Durch den Identifikationsgeber 30, der diese "Welten" miteinander verbindet, entsteht folglich die übergeordnete Zugangskontrollvorrichtung 10.The access control device 10 further comprises a portable modular wireless identification transmitter 30, which can be used as a universal identification transmitter for all four access control systems A, B, C and D. As a result of the identification transmitter 30, which connects these "worlds", the higher-level access control device 10 is created.

Der Identifikationsgeber 30 weist ein schematisch angedeutetes Gehäuse 32 auf, in dem eine Steuereinrichtung 34 fest angeordnet ist. In dem Gehäuse 32 sind ferner eine oder mehrere Antennen 36 fest angeordnet, die als Sende-/Empfangseinrichtung ausgebildet sind.The identification transmitter 30 has a schematically indicated housing 32, in which a control device 34 is fixedly arranged. In the housing 32, one or more antennas 36 are further fixed, which are designed as a transmitting / receiving device.

Ferner ist in dem Gehäuse 32 fest ein Systemmodul 38 für das Zugangskontrollsystem 11A, also für das Büro 12 angeordnet.Furthermore, a system module 38 for the access control system 11A, ie for the office 12, is fixedly arranged in the housing 32.

Das Systemmodul 38 weist einen Identifikationscode 40 auf, der beispielsweise aus einer Mehrzahl von Bits (in der Regel vierzig oder noch mehr Bits) besteht.The system module 38 has an identification code 40, which consists for example of a plurality of bits (usually forty or more bits).

Der Identifikationscode 40 ist dem Büro 12 zugeordnet. Sobald die Leseeinrichtung 14 den Identifikationscode 40 empfängt, wird dem Besitzer des Identifikationsgebers 30 der Zugang zu dem Büro 12 ermöglicht.The identification code 40 is assigned to the office 12. As soon as the reading device 14 receives the identification code 40, the owner of the identification transmitter 30 is allowed access to the office 12.

Der Begriff Zugang ist in diesem Zusammenhang breit zu verstehen. Es kann beispielsweise sowohl bedeuten, daß Türen entriegelt oder geöffnet werden.The term access should be understood broadly in this context. It may mean, for example, that doors are unlocked or opened.

Das Systemmodul 38 ist in der Darstellung der Fig. 1 als ein separates Modul gezeigt, kann jedoch auch in die Steuereinrichtung 34 integriert sein.The system module 38 is shown in the illustration of FIG. 1 as a separate module, but may also be integrated into the control device 34.

An dem Gehäuse 32 ist ferner eine Akkumulatoraufnahme 42 zur Aufnahme eines Energiespeichers in Form eines Akkumulators 44 vorgesehen, der die Steuereinrichtung 34 mit Energie versorgt.On the housing 32, a battery receptacle 42 for receiving an energy storage in the form of a battery 44 is further provided, which supplies the control device 34 with energy.

An dem Gehäuse 32 des Identifikationsgebers 30 sind ferner eine Mehrzahl, im vorliegenden Fall drei Aufnahmen für weitere Systemmodule vorgesehen.On the housing 32 of the identification transmitter 30, a plurality, in the present case, three receptacles for further system modules are also provided.

So weist das Gehäuse 32 eine Aufnahme 50 für ein Systemmodul 52 für das Zugangskontrollsystem 11C (d.h. den Pkw 20) auf. Sobald das Systemmodul 52 in die Aufnahme 50 eingeführt ist, ist es mittels einer Steckverbindung 54 mit der Steuereinrichtung 34 verbunden. Die Steuereinrichtung 34 ist dazu ausgelegt, einen in dem Systemmodul 52 abgespeicherten Identifikationscode 56 auszulesen und über die Antenne 36 zu senden.Thus, the housing 32 has a receptacle 50 for a system module 52 for the access control system 11C (i.e., the car 20). Once the system module 52 is inserted into the receptacle 50, it is connected by a connector 54 to the controller 34. The control device 34 is designed to read out an identification code 56 stored in the system module 52 and send it via the antenna 36.

Folglich ist der Identifikationsgeber 30 auch dazu ausgelegt, den Betrieb des Kfz 20 zu ermöglichen.Consequently, the identification transmitter 30 is also designed to allow the operation of the vehicle 20.

Gleichfalls ist an dem Gehäuse 32 ein Taster 46 von außen zugänglich ausgebildet, mittels dessen ein Identifikationsvorgang eingeleitet werden kann. Bei Niederdrücken des Tasters 46 liest die Steuereinrichtung 34 den Identifikationscode 56 aus dem Systemmodul 38 und sendet diesen über die Antenne 36. Wenn sich das Kraftfahrzeug 20 in dem Sendeumkreis der Antenne 36 befindet, liest die Leseeinrichtung 22 den gesendeten Identifikationscode 56 und ermöglicht dem Träger des Identifikationsgebers 30 den Zugang zu dem Kraftfahrzeug 20 aufgrund des gültigen Identifikationscodes 56.Likewise, on the housing 32, a button 46 is formed accessible from the outside, by means of which an identification process can be initiated. When depressing the button 46, the controller 34 reads the identification code 56 from the system module 38 and sends it via the antenna 36. When the motor vehicle 20 is in the transmitting circuit of the antenna 36, the reader 22 reads the sent identification code 56 and allows the carrier of identification transmitter 30 access to the motor vehicle 20 due to the valid identification code 56th

In einer weiteren Aufnahme 60 ist ein Systemmodul 62 für das Zugangskontrollsystem 11B aufgenommen und mittels einer Steckverbindung 64 mit der Steuereinrichtung 34 verbunden. Demzufolge kann die Steuereinrichtung 34 auch einen in dem Systemmodul 62 gespeicherten Identifikationscode 66 auslesen und dazu benutzen, das Zugangskontrollsystem 11B anzusteuern.In a further receptacle 60, a system module 62 for the access control system 11B is accommodated and connected to the control device 34 by means of a plug connection 64. Accordingly, the controller 34 may also read an identification code 66 stored in the system module 62 and use it to control the access control system 11B.

Schließlich weist das Gehäuse 32 eine Aufnahme 70 für ein Systemmodul 72 auf, das über eine Steckverbindung 74 mit der Steuereinrichtung 34 verbindbar ist.Finally, the housing 32 has a receptacle 70 for a system module 72, which is connectable via a plug connection 74 with the control device 34.

In dem Systemmodul 72 ist ein Identifikationscode 76 für das Zugangskontrollsystem 11D abgespeichert. Das Systemmodul 72 weist ferner eine Antenne 78 auf, über die der Identifikationscode 76 gesendet wird, gesteuert von der Steuereinrichtung 34.In the system module 72, an identification code 76 for the access control system 11D is stored. The system module 72 further includes an antenna 78 over which the identification code 76 is sent, controlled by the controller 34.

Das Vorsehen einer "eigenen" Antenne in einem Systemmodul ist insbesondere dann sinnvoll, wenn die Zugangskontrollanlage (hier D) auf solchen Frequenzen arbeitet, für die die Antenne 36 nicht ausgelegt ist.The provision of a "separate" antenna in a system module is particularly useful when the access control system (here D) operates on such frequencies for which the antenna 36 is not designed.

Insbesondere dann, wenn es sich bei der Zugangskontrollanlage um eine solche Anlage handelt, die mittels passiver Transponder arbeitet, ist es sogar möglich, ein Systemmodul so auszugestalten, daß es zu der Steuereinrichtung 34 überhaupt keine Verbindung besitzt.In particular, if the access control system is such a system that operates by means of passive transponders, it is even possible to design a system module such that it has no connection to the control device 34 at all.

Ferner weist das Gehäuse 32 eine Schnittstelle 80 zum Anschluß beispielsweise eines Computers 82 (oder eines anderen Programmiermediums) auf.Further, the housing 32 has an interface 80 for connecting, for example, a computer 82 (or other programming medium).

Mittels des Computers 82 ist es z.B. möglich, die Steuereinrichtung 34 programmtechnisch zu sperren oder zu entsperren. Das bedeutet, daß bei Sperren der Steuereinrichtung 34 der Identifikationsgeber 30 keine Identifikationscodes mehr sendet. Diese Funktion kann beispielsweise dann genutzt werden, wenn der Identifikationsgeber generell für eine bestimmte Zeit außer Betrieb gesetzt werden soll. Alternativ hierzu ist es auch möglich, die Steuereinrichtung 34 mittels des Computers 82 so zu programmieren, daß einzelne Systemmodule (z.B. C oder D) gesperrt werden. Dies ermöglicht es, den Identifikationsgeber 30 insgesamt bei einer Werkstatt für das Fahrzeug 20 oder 24 abzugeben, ohne daß die Gefahr besteht, daß der Identifikationsgeber 30 für andere Zwecke mißbraucht wird.By means of computer 82 it is e.g. possible to lock or unlock the controller 34 programmatically. This means that when the control device 34 is blocked, the identification transmitter 30 no longer transmits identification codes. This function can be used, for example, when the identification transmitter is generally to be put out of operation for a certain time. Alternatively, it is also possible to program the controller 34 by means of the computer 82 so as to disable individual system modules (e.g., C or D). This makes it possible to give the identification transmitter 30 in total at a workshop for the vehicle 20 or 24, without the risk that the identification transmitter 30 is misused for other purposes.

Natürlich läßt sich die Steuereinrichtung 34 mittels des Computers 82 auch wieder entsperren.Of course, the controller 34 can be unlocked by the computer 82 again.

Ferner ist es ggf. möglich, den Computer 82 dazu zu verwenden, das fest enthaltene Systemmodul A neu bzw. umzuprogrammieren und/oder eines oder mehrere der aufgenommenen Systemmodule B, C und D neu zu programmieren.Further, it may be possible to use the computer 82 to re-program the firmly-contained system module A and / or to reprogram one or more of the recorded system modules B, C, and D.

Das Gehäuse 32 des Identifikationsgebers 30 weist ferner eine Freigabemodulaufnahme 84 zur Aufnahme eines Freigabemoduls 86 auf.The housing 32 of the identification transmitter 30 also has a release module receptacle 84 for receiving a release module 86.

Wenn das Freigabemodul 86 in der Aufnahme 84 aufgenommen und dementsprechend mit der Steuereinrichtung 34 verbunden ist, wird die Steuereinrichtung 34 freigegeben und kann sämtliche Identifikationscodes senden. Wenn das Freigabemodul 86 entnommen ist, ist die Sendeeinrichtung 34 gesperrt.When the release module 86 is received in the receptacle 84 and accordingly connected to the controller 34, the controller 34 is released and can send all the identification codes. When the release module 86 is removed, the transmitter 34 is disabled.

Bei dem Freigabemodul 86 handelt es sich folglich um eine Hardwaresperre, die alternativ oder zusätzlich zu der Softwaresperre gemäß Computer 82 eingerichtet werden kann.The release module 86 is thus a hardware lock that can be set up as an alternative or in addition to the software lock according to computer 82.

Fig. 2 zeigt eine weitere Ausführungsform eines Identifikationsgebers 100.FIG. 2 shows a further embodiment of an identification transmitter 100.

Der Identifikationsgeber 100 basiert auf denselben Prinzipien wie der Identifikationsgeber 30 der Zugangskontrollvorrichtung 10 der Fig. 1.The identification transmitter 100 is based on the same principles as the identification transmitter 30 of the access control device 10 of FIG. 1.

Folglich gelten die obigen Ausführungen zu dem Identifikationsgeber 30 genauso für den Identifikationsgeber 100, sofern nicht ausdrücklich anderes erwähnt ist.Consequently, the above statements on the identification transmitter 30 apply equally to the identification transmitter 100, unless expressly stated otherwise.

Bei dem Identifikationsgeber 100 ist das Systemmodul 52 für das Zugangskontrollsystem 11C fest angeordnet und die Systemmodule für die Zugangskontrollsysteme A, B und D modular ausgeführt.In the identification transmitter 100, the system module 52 for the access control system 11C is fixed and the system modules for the access control systems A, B and D are modular.

Der Identifikationsgeber 100 weist ein etwa quaderförmiges Gehäuse 102 auf. Ferner sind an einer Breitseite des Gehäuses 102 drei Taster vorgesehen, ein Schließtaster 104, ein Öffnungstaster 106 sowie ein Zusatztaster 108.The identification transmitter 100 has an approximately cuboid housing 102. Further, three buttons are provided on a broad side of the housing 102, a closing button 104, an opening button 106 and an additional button 108th

Alle drei Taster sind mit einer Steuereinrichtung 34 verbunden und dienen dazu, einen Zugang zu öffnen, zu schließen bzw. eine Zusatzfunktion auszuüben (beispielsweise Kofferraumdeckel öffnen).All three buttons are connected to a control device 34 and serve to open an access, close or exercise an additional function (for example, trunk lid open).

An einer Ecke des Gehäuses 102 ist eine Drehachse 110 ausgebildet, die senkrecht zu den Breitseiten des Gehäuses 102 verläuft. An der Drehachse 110 ist ein mechanischer Schlüssel 112 drehbar gelagert. In der in durchgezogenen Linien gezeigten Stellung ist der Schlüssel 112 eingeklappt und liegt in einer geeigneten Aufnahme parallel zu einer Schmalseite des Gehäuses 102. Im ausgeklappten Zustand steht der Schlüssel senkrecht gegenüber dem Gehäuse 102 vor, wie es in gestrichelten Linien bei 112' gezeigt ist. In dieser Stellung kann der Identifikationsgeber 100 als normaler Schlüssel verwendet werden, beispielsweise für ein Zündschloß eines Kraftfahrzeuges.At a corner of the housing 102, a rotation axis 110 is formed, which extends perpendicular to the broad sides of the housing 102. On the rotation axis 110, a mechanical key 112 is rotatably mounted. In the position shown in solid lines, the key 112 is collapsed and lies in a suitable receptacle parallel to a narrow side of the housing 102. In the unfolded state, the key is perpendicular to the housing 102, as shown in dashed lines at 112 '. In this position, the identification transmitter 100 can be used as a normal key, for example, for an ignition of a motor vehicle.

Schließlich weist das Gehäuse 102 noch zwei Ladekontakte 114 für einen im Inneren des Gehäuses 102 angeordneten wiederaufladbaren Akkumulator auf. Alternativ zu separaten Ladekontakten 114 ist es auch möglich, den Schlüssel 112 als Ladekontakt zu verwenden.Finally, the housing 102 also has two charging contacts 114 for a rechargeable accumulator arranged inside the housing 102. As an alternative to separate charging contacts 114, it is also possible to use the key 112 as a charging contact.

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  1. Portable modular wirefree identification signal transmitter (30; 100) for actuating, in particular for opening and/or closing, access points (12, 16, 20, 24) such as doors, gates, etc., remotely, having
    - a housing (32; 102) which has an exchangeable system module (52, 62, 72), and an externally accessible receptacle (50, 60, 70) for accommodating the exchangeable system module (52, 62, 72), an identification code (56, 66, 76) of a wirefree access control system (11) being stored in the system module (52, 62, 72),
    - a control device (34) which is permanently arranged in the housing (32; 102) and is configured to read the identification code (56, 66, 76) of a system module (52, 62, 72) which is being accommodated,
    - at least one transmitter device (36) which is permanently arranged in the housing (32; 102) and, in conjunction with the control device (34), has the purpose of transmitting the identification code (56, 66, 76) of a system module (52, 62, 72) which is being accommodated to a reader device (18, 22, 26) of the access control system (11), which reader device (18, 22, 26) is assigned to an access point (16, 20, 24), and
    - a receiver device (36) for receiving signals from the reader device (18, 22, 26),
    wherein the identification signal transmitter (30; 100) can be used for opening and closing access points (16, 22, 24) with different wirefree access control technologies (A-D), and
    wherein the control device (34) interrogates periodically whether the receiver device (36) has received an activation signal, and when an activation signal is received it reads the identification code (40, 56, 66, 76) of the system module (38, 52, 62, 72) and actuates the transmitter device (36) in order to transmit the identification code (40, 56, 66, 76),
    characterized in that
    the housing (32; 102) comprises several system modules, each of which storing a respective identification code (56, 66, 76), and in that the control device (34), when receiving an activation signal, determines in dependence on the received activation signal which identification code is to be sent.
  2. Identification signal transmitter according to claim 1, characterized in that an antenna (36) is permanently arranged in the housing (30; 102) and forms the transmitter device and/or the receiver device.
  3. Identification signal transmitter according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the housing (30; 102) has a plurality of receptacles (50, 60, 70) for accommodating a different system module (52, 62, 72) in each case.
  4. Identification signal transmitter according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that at least one system module has an integrated control and transmitter device and does not have any connection to the central control device (34) or transmitter device (36).
  5. Identification signal transmitter according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that an identification code (40) for an access control system (11A) is stored in a system module (38) which is permanently arranged in the housing (30; 102).
  6. Identification signal transmitter according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the housing (32; 102) has a receptacle (42) for an energy store (44).
  7. Identification signal transmitter according to claim 6, characterized in that an interface (114) for charging a rechargeable accumulator (44) which is inserted into the receptacle (42) is provided on the housing (102).
  8. Identification signal transmitter according to claim 7, characterized in that at least one electrical contact (114) which can be accessed from the outside is provided on the housing (102) as a charging interface (114).
  9. Identification signal transmitter according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that an interface (80) for connecting to a programming medium (82) is provided on the housing (32).
  10. Identification signal transmitter according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the control device (34) has program-controlled locking means by means of which individual system modules (38, 52, 62, 72) can be locked so that their stored identification code (40, 56, 66, 76) is not transmitted.
  11. Identification signal transmitter according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that the housing has a receptacle (84) for an enabling module (86), and wherein at least one system module (38, 52, 62, 72) is locked so that its stored identification code (40, 56, 66, 76) is not transmitted if the enabling module (86) is not accommodated.
  12. Identification signal transmitter according to one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that at least one activation element (46; 104-108) which is connected to the control device (34) is provided on the outside of the housing (32; 102), wherein, when the activation element (46; 104) is activated, the control device (34) reads the identification code (40, 56, 66, 76) of at least one system module (38, 52, 62, 72) and actuates the transmitter device (36) in order to transmit the identification code (40, 56, 66, 76).
  13. Identification signal transmitter according to one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that at least one mechanical key (112) is mounted on the housing (102) so as to be moveable between a protruding locking position (112) and a position of rest (112) which is adjacent the housing (102).
  14. Wirefree access control system for at least one access point (12, 16, 20, 24) such as a door or a gate, wherein the access control system (10) has a lock for the access point (12, 16, 20, 24) and a reader device (14, 18, 22, 26) which is assigned to the access point, and when a valid identification code (40, 56, 66, 76) is received, it actuates the lock in order to open the access point (12, 16, 20, 24), and wherein the access control system (11) has at least one portable modular identification signal transmitter (30, 100) according to one of claims 1 to 13.
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