US20130014219A1 - Mesh network security system gateway and method - Google Patents
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Abstract
A gateway for transmitting signals between a computer network and a radio-frequency mesh network. The gateway includes a housing, a radio-frequency transceiver for communicating with the radio-frequency mesh network, an Internet Protocol transceiver, operatively coupled to the radio-frequency transceiver, for communicating with the computer network, a power supply, and a logic and memory unit configured to communicate with the computer network using a secure data connection.
Description
- This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/811,355, filed Jun. 30, 2010, which is a national phase application of PCT application no. PCT/US2008/088602, filed Dec. 31, 2008, which claims the benefit of U.S. provisional application No. 61/009,602, filed Dec. 31, 2007; U.S. provisional application No. 61/019,464, filed Jan. 7, 2008; and U.S. provisional application No. 61/056,336, filed May 27, 2008, each of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
- The invention relates to radio frequency mesh networks for controlling security and other devices in homes, to a door lock that can be monitored and controlled remotely through a mobile device or via a computer network using a radio frequency mesh network, and to a gateway device that couples a radio frequency mesh network to a computer network.
- Many consumers would like to monitor conditions in their homes and be able to control devices within their homes remotely, for example while they are on vacation or at work. If used in a consumer's home, the system would be relatively simple and inexpensive and would be easily installed into existing structures. Ideally, the system would be able to be accessed remotely through existing communications devices, such as the Internet and/or mobile electronic devices such as cell phones.
- In one aspect, the invention is a gateway for transmitting signals between a computer network and a radio-frequency mesh network. The gateway includes a housing, a radio-frequency transceiver for communicating with the radio-frequency mesh network, an Internet Protocol transceiver, operatively coupled to the radio-frequency transceiver, for communicating with the computer network, a power supply, and a logic and memory unit configured to communicate with the computer network using a secure data connection.
- In another aspect, the invention is a gateway for transmitting signals between a computer network and a radio-frequency mesh network. The gateway includes a housing, a radio-frequency transceiver for communicating with the radio-frequency mesh network, an Internet Protocol transceiver, operatively coupled to the radio-frequency transceiver, for communicating with the computer network, a power supply, and a logic and memory unit configured to enroll devices into the radio-frequency mesh network, at least one of the devices being a radio-frequency mesh network lock.
- In still another aspect, the invention is a method of synchronizing a radio-frequency mesh network lock device with a mesh network gateway. The method includes positioning the gateway adjacent to the lock device, initiating synchronization procedures on the lock device, initiating synchronization procedures on the gateway, exchanging identifying information between the gateway and the lock device, indicating that synchronization is successfully completed at the gateway, increasing radio signal power of a lock device transceiver associated with the lock device, and adding the lock device to a list stored in the gateway of devices that make-up the radio-frequency mesh network.
- Other objects and advantages of the invention will become apparent upon reading the following detailed description and upon reference to the accompanying drawings in which:
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FIG. 1 is a diagram of a system for coupling a computer network, such as the Internet, to a radio-frequency (RF) mesh network using a gateway device to allow remote monitoring and control of the RF mesh networked devices from a mobile device or a networked computer; -
FIG. 2 is a diagram of the system ofFIG. 1 with the addition of a networked computer server and additional RF mesh network devices; -
FIG. 3 is a block diagram of the gateway device ofFIG. 1 for coupling an RF mesh network to an external computer network such as the Internet; -
FIG. 4 is a block diagram of a door lock that is configured for use with the RF mesh network ofFIG. 1 ; -
FIG. 5 is a diagram of the system ofFIG. 2 with the addition of a second networked computer server in communication with the first networked computer server; -
FIG. 6 is a diagram of the system ofFIG. 1 with the addition of a networked computer server, additional RF mesh network devices, and IP devices; -
FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating the communication between the RF devices, the Internet, a web application, and a mobile application; -
FIG. 8 illustrates a first Security window displayed on a mobile device; -
FIG. 9 illustrates a second Security window displayed on a mobile device; -
FIG. 10 is an enlarged view of the window ofFIG. 8 ; -
FIG. 11 is a third Security window displayable on a mobile device; -
FIG. 12 illustrates a first Camera window displayed on a mobile device; -
FIG. 13 illustrates a second Camera window displayed on a mobile device; -
FIG. 14 is an enlarged view of the window ofFIG. 12 ; -
FIG. 15 is an enlarged view of the window ofFIG. 13 ; -
FIG. 16 illustrates a first Lighting & Automation window displayed on a mobile device; -
FIG. 17 is an enlarged view of the window ofFIG. 16 ; -
FIG. 18 illustrates an enlarged view of a second Lighting & Automation window displayable on a mobile device; -
FIG. 19 illustrates a first Climate window displayed on a mobile device; -
FIG. 20 illustrates an enlarged view of a second Climate window displayable on a mobile device; -
FIG. 21 illustrates an enlarged view of a third Climate window displayable on a mobile device; -
FIG. 22 is an enlarged view of the window ofFIG. 19 ; -
FIG. 23 illustrates an enlarged view of a first Scene window displayable on a mobile device; -
FIG. 24 illustrates an enlarged view of a first Schedules window displayable on a mobile device; -
FIG. 25 illustrates a log on window for the web application ofFIG. 7 ; -
FIG. 26 illustrates a Security Function page of the web application; -
FIG. 27 illustrates a Cameras Function page of the web application; -
FIG. 28 illustrates a Lighting & Automation Function page of the web application; -
FIG. 29 illustrates a Climate Function page of the web application; -
FIG. 30 illustrates a Scenes Function page of the web application; -
FIG. 31 illustrates a Schedules Function page of the web application; -
FIG. 32A is a top view of the housing of a gateway device; -
FIG. 32B is a front view of the housing of a gateway device; -
FIG. 32C is a bottom view of the housing of a gateway device; -
FIG. 32D is a side view of the housing of a gateway device; -
FIG. 32E is a perspective view of the housing of a gateway device; -
FIG. 32F is an exploded view of a gateway device; -
FIG. 32G is a sectional view of a gateway device through the line G-G shown inFIG. 32B ; -
FIG. 33 is a diagrammatic view of an access control assembly of the present invention; -
FIG. 34 is side elevational view of a lock system including the control assembly and an alarm control; -
FIG. 35 is front elevational view of the lock system; -
FIG. 36 is logic diagram of the basic operation of the access control assembly; -
FIG. 37 is another logic diagram of the control assembly, shown operating a lock; -
FIG. 38 is another logic diagram of the control assembly, shown alternatively generating disarm and alarm outputs; -
FIG. 39 is a logic diagram of the alarm control; -
FIG. 40 is a partially broken-away, front elevational view of an electromechanical lock system incorporating the control assembly; -
FIG. 41 is perspective view of a retractor mechanism; -
FIG. 42 is a diagrammatic view of an electromagnetic lock system incorporating the control assembly; and -
FIG. 43 is a schematic view of a combined alarm system and home automation system. - Before any embodiments of the invention are explained in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the following drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced or of being carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. The use of “including,” “comprising,” or “having” and variations thereof herein is meant to encompass the items listed thereafter and equivalents thereof as well as additional items.
- The invention is directed to a system and hardware for enabling remote monitoring and control of devices that are connected to a radio-frequency mesh network, for example in a home.
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FIG. 1 illustrates asystem 10 that monitors and controls household devices including but not limited to door locks, deadbolts, cameras, lights, temperature controls, appliances, and the like. Thesystem 10 includes a radio frequency (RF)mesh network 20 that can be coupled to amobile device 30 via acomputer network 40, e.g. the Internet (FIG. 1 ). An RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 couples theRF mesh network 20 to thecomputer network 40.FIG. 1 illustrates adoor lock 60, e.g. for use on an entrance door of a home or other structure, that is configured to send and receive RF signals as part of theRF mesh network 20. However, it should be understood that many other household devices can send and receive RF signals as part of theRF mesh network 20 and the illustrateddoor lock 60 is simply an example of one of these devices. - In the mesh network 20 (
FIG. 1 ), each connected device acts as a communication node that can send and receive packets of information to any other device in the network. If a particular packet of information is not addressed to the device that receives it, the device transmits the packet to the next device, if necessary, and if configured to do so by the mesh network configuration. Collectively, the devices form a robust wireless network with redundancy and flexibility. In contrast to networks in which only a centralized hub can transmit packets, in themesh network 20, the networked devices themselves provide multiple alternative pathways from the control unit to more remote devices in the network. Thus, the networked devices in themesh network 20 can transmit signals around obstacles that would block direct transmission from a centralized hub. Devices in theRF mesh network 20 as disclosed herein generally communicate with one another wirelessly, using radio frequency communications. However, other communication means (e.g., wired, infrared, etc.) could be employed in place of or in conjunction with radio frequency communications. It should also be noted that the use of a mesh network can increase battery life as the various components transmit RF signals at a lower power level when compared to standard wireless networks. The additional RF devices in the network can retransmit the signals such that each device only needs to transmit a signal a short distance, and thus a lower power transceiver is adequate. - In one construction, the RF mesh network devices communicate according to the Z-WAVE protocol. As part of its implementation of the
mesh network 20, the Z-WAVE protocol includes procedures for routing of commands between networked devices to the correct final destination. Z-WAVE uses a two-way RF system that operates in the 908 MHz band in the United States. Z-WAVE is a bi-directional communication protocol. A message from node A to node C can be successfully delivered even if the two nodes are not within range providing that a third node (node B) can communicate with nodes A and C. If the preferred route is unavailable, the message originator will attempt other routes until a path is found to node C. Therefore, a Z-WAVE network can span much further than the radio range of a single unit. The more nodes in a network, the more robust it becomes. Z-WAVE is also low power when compared to other networks, thereby making it suitable for battery powered devices. Z-WAVE messages can also be encrypted using robust data encryption methods if desired. Additional description of the Z-WAVE protocol and devices compatible with this protocol can be found in U.S. Pat. No. 6,980,080, which is fully incorporated herein by reference. Other protocols for implementing an RF mesh network can be used as well, if desired. -
FIG. 3 is a block diagram of the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 ofFIGS. 1 and 2 . Thegateway device 50 includes anRF transceiver 50A for sending and receiving signals to and from theRF mesh network 20, an Internet Protocol (IP)transceiver 50C for communicating with thecomputer network 40, apower source 50B, a logic andmemory unit 50F, and auser interface 50G for inputting information and obtaining status. Other transmission protocols besides Internet Protocol can also be employed to communicate with thecomputer network 40. - The
RF transceiver 50A is suited for communication at the appropriate RF mesh network frequency, for example 908.42 MHz in the US and 868.42 MHz in Europe, although other frequencies can be used as well. TheRF transceiver 50A formats the RF signals it transmits according to the communications protocol that is being used, e.g. the Z-WAVE protocol. The RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 may include anantenna 50E, which can be contained within the housing of thegateway 50 or may be external to the housing. - The
IP transceiver 50C formats the signals it sends according to the communications protocol, e.g. Internet Protocol, used to connect the computer network 40 (e.g. the Internet). TheIP transceiver 50C includes aconnector 50D for connecting to thecomputer network 40. In one construction, the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 connects to a local-area network (LAN) via an Ethernet connection, although other types of connections are possible. As shown inFIG. 1 , theconnector 50D includes a cable having a plug to connect to an Ethernet port on arouter 46. As illustrated inFIG. 1 , therouter 46 can include wireless Internet Protocol signaling to communicate with suitable wireless-compatible devices such as acamera 90. Theconnector 50D may alternatively connect to awireless router 46 using a wireless connection, for example using an IEEE 802.11x-based wireless networking protocol. - The logic and memory unit of the gateway device could be used for the purpose of storing and executing macros or scenes. These macros or scenes include a series or sequences of RF network commands intended to be transmitted for the purposes of controlling other RF networked devices such as lights, other locks, thermostats, etc. Execution of these macros or scenes can be setup to take place based the reception of a signal from the RF network or computer network.
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power source 50B (FIG. 3 ) can be a battery or other portable power supply, or an alternating current (A/C) or other fixed power source. In a preferred construction, power can be provided by both the A/C source as well as a battery. When thepower source 50B is a battery, the battery can be disposable or rechargeable. In one construction, the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 operates primarily from A/C power but can also be operated with battery power alone for periods of time, thereby allowing the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 to be detached from the A/C power source and brought into proximity with thevarious devices 60 to conduct the registration, or ‘learning in’, process as described below. Thus, the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 can be used both as the gateway between theRF mesh network 20 and anoutside computer network 40 as well as for ‘learning in’ new components to theRF mesh network 20. - The
user interface 50G includes input mechanisms such as one or more buttons and an output mechanism such as a screen or indicator lights. Theuser interface 50G can be used to effectuate the various functions of thegateway 50, including the ‘learning in’ process as well as any control or reporting functions of thegateway 50. - The logic and
memory unit 50F is configured to coordinate the various functions of the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 as discussed. The logic andmemory unit 50F coordinates transfer of signals between theRF mesh network 20 and thecomputer network 40. The logic andmemory unit 50F translates signals from theIP transceiver 50C into commands that theRF transceiver 50A broadcasts to theRF mesh network 20. The logic andmemory unit 50F also translates signals from the RF transceiver into commands for the IP transceiver to transmit to thecomputer network 40. The logic andmemory unit 50F is connected to theuser interface 50G to send and receive input and output and to activate functions of thegateway 50 according to commands sent through the input. - One particular construction of the
gateway device 50 is shown inFIGS. 32A-32G .FIGS. 32A , 32B, 32C, 32D, and 32E show top, front, bottom, side, and perspective views, respectively, of ahousing 50H of thegateway device 50.FIG. 32F shows an exploded view of thegateway device 50 including thehousing 50H, acircuit board 50J, a lightedbutton 50K, akeypad 50L,indicator lights 50M, abattery cover 50N, and abattery connector 50P. TheRF transceiver 50A,IP transceiver 50C andconnector 50D, logic andmemory unit 50F, andantenna 50E are contained on thecircuit board 50J.FIG. 32G shows a cross-section through thegateway device 50 along line G-G inFIG. 32B . - The exemplary RF mesh network device depicted in the
system 10 shown inFIG. 1 is adoor lock 60, which is further shown in a block diagram form inFIG. 4 . Thedoor lock 60 ofFIG. 4 includes asuitable power source 60B, such as household A/C power or battery power, akeyless entry system 60C, a logic andmemory unit 60E, alocking mechanism 60F, akeyed entry mechanism 60G, and auser interface 60H. - The
keyless entry system 60C includes akeypad 60D for entering an access code. In other constructions, other data entry systems may be used in place of the keypad (e.g., biometric entry, smart cards, etc.). Thekeyless entry system 60C communicates with the logic andmemory module 60E to store access codes and other information and for carrying out the functions of thedoor lock 60. The logic andmemory module 60E may store individual user codes, where each person having access to the door is issued a unique user code that is stored and compared to input codes at the door to allow access decisions to be made at the door without transmissions. - The
keyed entry mechanism 60G can manually operate thelocking mechanism 60F, for example in case of power loss or other malfunction. Thelocking mechanism 60F of thedoor lock 60 may include a locking device such as a sliding deadbolt, or other suitable locking mechanism coupled to a door handle or knob and/or to a key mechanism. In the illustrated construction, thelocking mechanism 60F is power-driven, for example by a solenoid or an electric motor, to facilitate remote operation. Thedoor lock 60 may also include a user interface 614 having visual (e.g. an LED light and/or an LCD screen) and/or audio (e.g. a speaker or other sound-generating device) components. - Where the
door lock 60 is part of anetworked system 10 such as that described herein, functions that can be performed include, but are not limited to confirming the status of a lock, e.g. whether thedoor lock 60 is locked or unlocked, notifying the network of an attempted access, including whether thelock 60 was accessed, when it was accessed and by whom, and whether there were attempts at unauthorized access. In some constructions, thedoor lock 60 can also send a signal to unlock thelock 60, add or delete user codes for locks having such codes, and, if thedoor lock 60 is paired with asuitable camera 90, transmit images of the person seeking entry into the home. Thedoor lock 60 can also be used to send a command to disarm an electronic alarm or security system, or to initiate a duress command from the keypad of thedoor lock 60, where the duress command may be utilized by the network to transmit a message to amobile device 30, an electronic alarm or security system, anetworked computer 80, or a networked computer server 44 (see below). In addition, thekeypad 60D or other input device of thedoor lock 60 may be used to initiate macros to control devices connected to theRF mesh network 20, including without limitation interior or exterior lights, thermostats, a garage door opener, water flow regulators, other locks, and an electronic alarm system. - The
lock 60 is a self contained functional lock such as an electronic lock used to secure an access point. In addition, thelock 60 contains an electronically-controlled system containing akeypad 60D, a logic-memory unit 60E, and an electro-mechanical mechanism 60F. Using thekeypad 60D, a user can enter a numeric pin code to activate the electro-mechanical mechanism 60F thus unlocking thelock 60. Thekeypad 60D is also used to program and configure the operation of the lock 60 (i.e., add pin codes, delete pin codes, enable audible beeper operation, and set relocking time delays). Additionally, thelock 60 contains anRF transceiver 60A, or interface, consisting of another logic-memory unit, an antenna for the reception and transmission of RF signals, and all necessary electronic components required for the reception and generation of RF signals. This RF interface provides the same operation, programming, and configuration functionality as that afforded by thekeypad 60D, in addition to a wide range of features including but not limited to lock status reporting, lock operation reporting, lock battery status, and the like. - A particular construction of an embodiment of the
system 10, including a lock and a security system, is shown inFIGS. 33-43 and is explained in the accompanying text. -
FIG. 2 illustrates additional details of thesystem 10 ofFIG. 1 .FIG. 2 illustrates anetworked computer server 44, which communicates with remote devices including anetworked computer 80 and amobile device 30. While other servers could be employed, in the construction illustrated inFIG. 2 thenetworked computer server 44 is a MOSHI server such as those provided or hosted by Crayon Interface (Holland, Mich.) which communicates with cell phones or other mobile devices that support simple data transfer (e.g. short-message service (SMS)). Communications using the MOSHI server do not require the cell phone or othermobile device 30 to have direct access to the World Wide Web (“web”). The MOSHI server communicates with amobile device 30 or with anetworked computer 80 and in turn sends and receives information to or from theRF mesh network 20 via the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50. In addition, the MOSHI server can communicate using multimedia messaging including video, for thosemobile devices 30 that support such data types. A typical MOSHI mobile platform is a worldwide messaging network and software platform designed to connect people to information and products important to them. The MOSHI server includes a software application that allows for the control of the lock device and any other devices enrolled within the home's RF network. The software application can also maintain a database of the user's RF networked devices and mobile devices and any interoperable functionality of these devices as set up by the user. - In alternative constructions, the
networked computer server 44 is a web server that communicates with amobile device 30 ornetworked computer 80 using HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP) commands or other protocols suited for use via the Internet, with appropriate web-browsing or other software being loaded on themobile device 30 ornetworked computer 80. In still another construction, the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 itself acts as a server (e.g. a web server) that can be directly accessed by anetworked computer 80 or by amobile device 30. In one such construction where the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 acts as a server, thegateway 50 is directly accessed and controlled remotely by amobile device 30 or anetworked computer 80 without an intervening networked computer server 44 (FIG. 1 ). -
FIG. 5 shows asystem 10′ similar to that shown inFIG. 2 with the addition of a secondnetworked computer server 44′. Thesystem 10′ includes RF mesh network-connecteddevices network gateway device 50, acamera 90, a firstnetworked computer server 44, a secondnetworked computer server 44′, amobile device 30, and a networked computer 80 (FIG. 5 ). The firstnetworked computer server 44, which in the construction ofFIG. 5 is a MOSHI server, communicates with themobile device 30, for example using simple data transfer as described above. The first and secondnetworked computer servers networked computer server 44′ communicates withnetworked computers 80 and the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50. The gateway in turn communicates with the RF mesh network-connecteddevices camera 90. Thus, the system ofFIG. 5 allows for an additional communication method via a network such as the Internet and communication via a wireless device such as acell phone 30 and theMOSHI server 44. - The SDK is a kit with the intended purpose of assisting the user to develop their software and/or server applications. The kit will also be offered to developers of home automation applications as well as the manufacturers of home automation devices.
- As illustrated in
FIG. 1 , theRF mesh network 20 includes acontroller 70 and one or more RF mesh network-compatible devices such as thedoor lock 60. Additional RF mesh network devices as illustrated inFIG. 2 include electrical controllers 62 (a wall switch and a plug-in module), athermostat 64, and alight sensor 66. Thedevices other devices controller 70. Thecontroller 70 can be used to directly control each device, for example pressing abutton 72 on thecontroller 70 can actuate anelectrical controller 62 or activate a circuit that in turn may light a lamp. Alternatively, thecontroller 70 may be programmed to automatically operate one ormore devices light sensor 66 indicates that it is dark outside). The construction illustrated inFIGS. 1 and 2 includes acontroller 70 that is separate from thegateway device 50. However, other constructions employ agateway device 50 that operates as the controller or that operates as the controller in conjunction with a separate,standalone controller 70. - In order for the
controller 70 plus one ormore devices mesh network 20, thedevices controller 70 or the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 through a process referred to as ‘learning in’ of the device. Learning in adevice mesh network 20 with thecontroller 70 orgateway device 50 synchronizes thedevice controller 70 orgateway device 50. Prior to being incorporated into a network, an individual RF-controlled device may only transmit low-power radio signals, to avoid having the device inadvertently connect to a nearby but unrelated network. Given that uninitiated devices often transmit only low-power signals, thecontroller 70 orgateway 50 generally must be brought into sufficiently close proximity to an uninitiated device to be able to initiate wireless communications with the device and thus perform the enrollment (learning in) process. In preferred constructions, power levels are reduced during the “inclusion” or learning in process for the lock and in some constructions other components. In other constructions, normal power learning in or inclusion may be employed. Generally, low power inclusion or learning in has a range of approximately six feet, while normal power transmissions are in the one-hundred foot range. Of course, these ranges can vary widely due to environment and other factors. - Once brought into sufficiently close proximity to initiate wireless communications, the
device controller 70 orgateway 50 regarding the identity of thedevice RF mesh network 20, for example identifiers and security keys can be exchanged. In various constructions, the user takes steps to initiate the learning in process on one or both of thecontroller 70 orgateway 50 and thedevice device controller 70 orgateway 50 can include a mechanism (e.g. a button) to initiate the learning in process on thecontroller 70 orgateway 50. In certain constructions, a security code is first entered on thedevice controller 70 orgateway 50 receives an identifying code from thedevice RF mesh network 20. In turn, thedevice network 20 so that thedevice correct network 20 from signals received from nearby networks (e.g. from a neighboring home) that are not relevant. Once adevice network 20, or ‘learned in’, the device's RF communication signals are then transmitted at higher power levels. Once adevice network 20, thedevice controller 70 orgateway 50 indicates to the user that learning in has been successfully completed, for example by flashing an indicator light (e.g. an LED) or broadcasting a sound. It should be noted that not all devices are learned in at low power levels and then transitioned to normal power levels. Some devices are learned in and operate at a normal power level for that device. - To facilitate the learning in process, the RF mesh
network gateway device 50 has an optional battery power supply that allows thegateway device 50 to be placed in close proximity to theindividual devices network 20. - A controller cannot control a device until it is added to the network. Usually this amounts to pressing a key sequence on the device and a button on the controller to pair them, and this enrollment or learning in process only needs to be done once. This process is repeated for each device in the system. The controller learns the signal strength, node ID, and other device information during this process. In the illustrated construction, the gateway acts as the controller in the system and allows for connection to the internet. Other controllers such as wall-mounted or handheld controllers can be “included” in the existing network if desired. The first time a device is added to the network, the controller assigns the device an ID number and tells it the network ID number. If a second controller is added to an existing network, the first controller shares all the network info such as the ID numbers of all existing devices.
- Once the
RF mesh network 20 has been established, signals can be sent to and received by thedevices devices RF mesh network 20. Some signals are intended for multiple devices, such that the signal will be rebroadcast by a device even if that device was one of the intended recipients. - Signals can be generated by the
controller 70, the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50, or byindividual devices individual device door lock 60 may report whether it is in the locked or unlocked state in response to a status query. Thedoor lock 60, via a keypad or other user input features, may be used to control devices on theRF mesh network 20 or to send signals outside the network, as discussed further below. Thecontroller 70 or the RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 may generate signals in response to the actuation of abutton 72, switch, or other control input, or in response to an automatic program (e.g., a periodic status check program that checks and stores the status of the devices in the network). The RF meshnetwork gateway device 50 may also generate signals in response to commands sent through thecomputer network connection 42, for example from amobile device 30 or anothernetworked computer 80, which can be transferred via anetworked computer server 44 or the Internet. - As discussed above, the
system 10 may also include acamera 90, which in one construction is a wireless digital camera. Thecamera 90 may be in direct communication with acomputer network 40, for example through awireless router 46 that is coupled to thecomputer network 40. Images from thecamera 90 may be transmitted remotely to a user, either to a computer attached to thecomputer network 90 or to amobile device 30 having capability to receive still images and/or video images. Thecamera 90 in one construction is linked into theRF mesh network 20 such that thecamera 90 can be controlled by RF mesh network signals, although images from thecamera 90 may be transferred directly to thecomputer network 40 independently of theRF mesh network 20, if desired. - The
gateway device 50 provides an electronic data link between a cell phone and an access point within a home. The connection path from the cell phone to the access point involves cell phone connection to the internet, internet to a server, server to home router, home router to thegateway device 50,gateway device 50 to Z-wave enabled access point lock. In addition, thegateway device 50 is intended to communicate with any Z-wave enabled device such as lighting controls, thermostats, etc. - The illustrated
gateway device 50 provides a secure data connection (e.g. using the secure socket layer, or “SSL”, protocol) to an internet based server (MOSHI) thus providing protection against intrusion from internet based “hackers”. Thus, the gateway device provides an SSL data connection in a home automation, low cost embedded device. On the Z-wave side, the communications that takes place will be encrypted according to the Zensys Security Command Class. - Implementing SSL encryption in this
gateway device 50 requires a microprocessor with the appropriate resources such as program memory, random access memory, and speed. In addition, various SSL solutions are available and can be employed if desired. One such SSL solution is offered by Mocana Corporation and is very effective in the present application. SSL provides endpoint authentication and communications privacy over the Internet using cryptography. The protocols allow client/server applications to communicate in a way that is designed to prevent eavesdropping, tampering, and message forgery. SSL is the security protocol of choice, widely used in today's e-commerce environments. - The
gateway 50 is powered by a small external power supply which provides permanent power to the device for its main purpose. During the initial setup of thegateway 50, it may be convenient or required that it be in close proximity to the Z-wave devices that a user wishes to control. For this reason, a 9-volt battery circuit is provided for temporary power. - The
gateway 50 has several indicator LEDs used to provide “health” and network activity information. In addition, there are two buttons used to “enroll,” or “learn in,” Z-wave devices, or un-enroll them. These same two buttons also provide device reset functionality. - In operation, a consumer or user positions one or more devices within a home or other building that includes an
RF mesh network 20. The mesh network includes therouter 46 that communicates with a computer network 40 (e.g., a home network (wired or wireless), an Internet network, a wide-area network, a local-area network, etc.). Thegateway device 50 facilitates communication between thedevices router 46. Typically, thegateway device 50 must “translate” between the protocol used by the mesh network 20 (e.g., Z-WAVE) and the protocol employed by therouter 46 and the network 40 (e.g., Internet Protocol, HTTP, etc.). - Each Z-wave device must be enrolled or learned in before it can be used, as described above. The typical module (light switch, thermostat, etc.) generally includes a physical enroll button on the exterior of the device. The gateway device also includes an enroll button. The lock includes an enroll button located behind the master code. This position hides the enroll “button” in the lock interior to reduce the likelihood of unwanted tampering. As discussed above, one method of enrolling the lock would require the user to position the gateway device adjacent the lock and then depress the enroll buttons on both the lock and the gateway device. The devices exchange information and the lock is enrolled. The lock is then assembled to hide the enroll button. Of course, other enrollment methods are possible.
- In one exemplary implementation of the invention, a homeowner employs a
door lock 60, acamera 90, and a light at a particular entrance to the home. Each of the light, thedoor lock 60, and thecamera 90 are mesh network-compatible devices but they must be learned-in to themesh network 20 of the home. The homeowner disconnects thegateway device 50 from the router 46 (if connected via a wire) and disconnects the A/C power supply from thegateway device 50. Thegateway device 50 is powered by batteries or another portable power supply and continues to communicate with themesh network 20. Thegateway device 50 is positioned adjacent one of the new mesh network devices and a “learn-in” sequence is initiated. During the learn-in sequence, information is exchanged between the device and thegateway 50 to assure that the device properly communicates with only the correct mesh network following the learn-in. This process is repeated with each mesh network device. - Once the devices are integrated into the mesh network, the homeowner is able to actuate, control, and access the devices using other network devices such as networked computers 80 (including computers networked via the Internet) and
cell phones 30. For example, the homeowner could program thedoor lock 60 to transmit a signal to acell phone 30 in response to actuation of a doorbell or an attempted entry into the home. The user could then send a signal from thecell phone 30 to turn on the light and could access the video from thecamera 90 to determine who is at the door. If the party at the door is someone for whom the home owner wishes to allow entry, the homeowner could send a signal that unlocks the door. In constructions in which thedoor lock 60 includes a visual display or an audio device, the home owner could even welcome the individual into the home. If on the other hand, the person at the door is unwelcome, the home owner could actuate an audible alarm to scare the individual from the premises, or initiate an alarm that notifies the police. -
FIG. 6 schematically illustrates an arrangement of components commonly found in homes or businesses but incorporating the present invention. In this arrangement, some of the components communicate via the mesh network using the Z-wave protocol. In this example, door locks 60,thermostats 64, lighting controls 62, appliances 67 (e.g., coffee maker, television, etc.), window blind controls, and the like employ the Z-wave protocol to communicate via the mesh network and the Z-wave gateway 50. The Z-wave gateway 50 then communicates with thenetwork router 46 as described above with regard toFIGS. 1-5 . Other devices communicate directly with thenetwork router 46. In the illustrated arrangement,cameras 90 and aburglar alarm 92 are IP devices that communicate using thenetwork router 46. Of course some or all of the IP devices could be mesh network devices that communicate via the Z-wave gateway, while some of the mesh network devices could be IP devices if desired. - As was described with regard to
FIGS. 1-5 , thenetwork router 46 ofFIG. 6 communicates with the Internet and allows users to access the various devices via an Internet accessible computer or a cell phone if desired. -
FIG. 7 is similar toFIG. 2 and better illustrates how the Z-wave router communicates via the Internet with either a consumer mobile application or a consumer web application. Both applications provide similar controls and include a graphical interface like the ones illustrated inFIGS. 8-31 . -
FIGS. 8-24 illustrate various views of the Graphical User Interface of the mobile application. It should be noted that the mobile application illustrated herein is intended to be an application that is downloaded to the user's particular phone and is not a web based application accessed by the phone. This arrangement provides for greater speed in processing the various windows and provides greater functionality. Of course, a user could access the web based application using a phone if desired. -
FIGS. 8 and 9 illustrate two security windows of the graphical user interface as they might appear on a BLACKBERRY Smartphone. Of course, any phone capable of supporting the application could display the views illustrated herein. -
FIG. 8 illustrates a status window that shows the status of the various door locks within a home.FIG. 10 illustrates the window in greater detail. With reference toFIG. 10 , the window provides a navigation bar at the top that allows the user to select the high level menu. In the illustrated construction, the high level menus include, but are not limited to, Schedules, Security, Cameras, Lighting & Automation, Climate, and Scenes. InFIGS. 8-11 Security has been selected. - The window of
FIGS. 8 and 10 allows a user to immediately visually determine the status of each door lock. The user can than select a particular lock to determine the battery status of that lock, as illustrated inFIG. 9 . In addition, the user can select a particular lock to view, add, delete, or otherwise modify the users and their codes for a particular door as illustrated inFIG. 11 . -
FIGS. 12-15 illustrate various windows that are available under the Cameras high level menu.FIGS. 12 and 14 illustrate a window that provides a list of the available cameras for the user. The user can select any of the available cameras from this menu to view recent or current images from that camera.FIGS. 13 and 15 illustrate the view from one of the cameras. As can be seen inFIG. 15 , the user is provided with a scroll pad that allows the user to tilt the camera up or down or rotate the camera left or right if such functionality is provided by the particular camera. -
FIGS. 16-18 illustrate some of the windows available under the Lighting & Automation high level menu.FIGS. 16 and 17 illustrate a window that provides the user with a listing of each light or other automated item (e.g., blinds, shades, coffee maker, other appliances, etc.) that is controllable by the user along with the current status. If the user wishes to change or adjust the status of an item, the user simply selects that item to transition the display to that illustrated inFIG. 18 . The particular control selected includes a dimmer that allows the user to not only turn the light on or off but to also select the illumination level. A similar control might be provided for window blinds, thereby allowing the user to partially open or close any particular blinds within the home. Still other controls provide a simple on or off choice. -
FIGS. 19-22 illustrate various windows that are available under the Climate high level menu.FIG. 20 illustrates a status window that again provides the user with a list of the available climate control devices available for adjustment. In the illustrated construction, there is a main floor control and an upstairs control. The status of each is illustrated and would include idle, heating, cooling, or off as a possible status. The user can select one of the available controls to get additional information about the settings of the control and/or to adjust the settings of the control.FIG. 21 illustrates the window for the main floor and illustrates the available adjustments. In this construction, the user can adjust the fan mode (e.g., on, off, cycling, etc.), the climate mode (e.g., heating, cooling, off, etc.), the heat set point, and the cool set point.FIGS. 19 and 22 illustrate the window that is provided when the user selects one of the available adjustments. In this case, the user has selected the heat set point for adjustment. The user is provided with two arrows that allow the user to adjust the heat set point up or down as may be desired. -
FIG. 23 illustrates the window provided to the user under the Scenes high level menu. Scenes are preprogrammed settings for various components controlled by the system. For example, a “Work” scene could be programmed in which all of the lights are turned off and the climate control system is set to an energy saving mode. The scene would then transition to a “Home” status at a particular time or following a particular event.FIG. 23 illustrates several available scenes. An “All On” scene would turn on all available lights in the home, while the “All Off” scene turns off all of the lights. The “Movie Time” scene may leave a few lights on for background lighting and could activate a home theater system. The “Good Night” scene could turn off all but a few lights, activate portions of a security system, and set a start time for a coffee machine in the morning. The user can select any scene desired and activate or deactivate that scene as desired. Scenes can also be created or deleted using the mobile application. -
FIG. 24 illustrates the window provided upon the selection of the Schedules section of the high level menu. As with the other high level menu selections, the user is again provided with a list of available schedules to choose from. Schedules are preprogrammed events or sequences of events that are programmed to occur at regular times. For example, the morning routine may increase the temperature of the house, start a coffee machine, and increase the temperature of the water in a water heater all prior to the user waking. Again, the user simply enables or disables schedules as desired and can create or delete schedules using the mobile application. -
FIGS. 25-31 illustrate some of the various windows available to a user when the user is using the web application. The same functionality provided by the mobile application is available using the web application and many of the windows appear similar. -
FIG. 25 illustrates a log on screen that is similar to those used by many applications. The user accesses the web application through this window. Once through the log on screen, the user enters a Function Page that is based on the selected high level menu item selected. -
FIG. 26 illustrates the window provided under the Security high level menu. As can be seen, the functionality is very similar to that provided in the mobile application. The user is provided with a list of available locks, including their battery status, and can select, edit, and/or modify the status of any of the locks as desired. In the illustrated construction, the user has selected the back door lock. Once selected, the interface displays the users that have access to that lock and the location of the door in the home. The user can change any of these features if desired. It should be noted that the list of locks can also be sorted by room if desired to aid in finding a particular lock. -
FIG. 27 illustrates the window provided under the Camera high level menu. In this application, the available cameras are listed along the side with a thumbnail image of the room or area they are positioned to view. The user can select any of these images to be displayed in the larger display window. In the web application, the user is provided with arrows at the top, bottom, right, and left of the image to allow tilting and panning of the camera. The user is also provided with a zoom control to allow the user to zoom in and out. Of course, this functionality can be limited or expanded depending on the functionality of the particular camera employed. -
FIG. 28 illustrates the window provided under the Lighting & Automation high level menu. While the available controls can be listed in any order, the window ofFIG. 28 illustrates the controls arranged by location, in this case with the Living Room selected. The first control is for an overhead lamp and includes a dimmer that can be controlled by the user to select the particular illumination. As with the mobile application, the web application lists each control with its status to provide the user with immediate visual feedback of the status of various items within the home. -
FIG. 29 illustrates one of the available windows under the Climate high level menu. Again, the list provided is arranged by location and therefore lists only the control in the living room. However, if the user were to list the controls for the entire home, other controls would also be listed. As with the mobile application, the user is presented with the available adjustments and can adjust any controllable aspect of the thermostat. -
FIG. 30 illustrates one of the available windows under the Scenes high level menu. The user is provided with a list of available scenes and can select one of the scenes to view the various events within the scene, edit the events, or add new events as desired. In the illustrated construction Scene Number One is selected. The trigger for the scene is the entry of the access code of user number one. Upon entry of this code, the scene will activate and will turn on Outlet Numero Uno, will turn the overhead kitchen lights to 50 percent, and will open the Window Treaters. Thus, when the user enters the home, the lights are on and the window blinds are open. Outlet Numero Uno may power a television that turns on upon entry of the user. The user has the ability to add new scenes or delete scenes using this window if desired. It should be noted that any device (e.g., light switch, thermostat, window blind control, appliance, etc.) can initiate a scene. The illustrated construction describes a scene initiated by a lock for exemplary purposes only. -
FIG. 31 illustrates one of the available windows under the Schedule high level menu. Again, the user is presented with a list of available schedules with the ability to add, delete, or select schedules. In the construction illustrated inFIG. 31 , the user has selected a one time schedule in which between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM on Feb. 24, 2008 the Kitchen Overhead lights will be on and the Window Treaters will be closed. Other scheduled can be created on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis if desired. - It should be noted that the invention is described as being used in conjunction with an RF mesh network. However, other constructions could employ other network arrangements such as non-mesh networks or other communication modes such as infrared or wired communication. As such, the invention should not be limited to use with only RF mesh networks.
- Following is a description of a particular construction of the
system 10 described above as part of abuilding alarm system 200. Building alarm systems may include a control and a plurality of sensors located at various points of access into the building such as windows and doors. A building alarm system may include motion sensors at various locations within the building. The door or window sensors each provide a signal when the particular barrier (e.g. window or door) is displaced relative to a frame, thereby indicating to the control that the barrier (e.g. window or door) has been opened. When the alarm control is operating in an armed mode, the control will operate certain alarm devices (e.g., siren, auto dialer, etc.) either when the signal is received or after a certain period of time after receipt (i.e., a delay period). - In one construction, the
building alarm system 200 includes alock system 100 including acontrol assembly 110 for an access door D. As used herein, the term “door” is intended to mean any type of movable barrier for providing selective obstruction of an access opening, such as a conventional door, a gate, a hatch, or any other such device. The door D is movably disposed within a frame F (e.g., door frame, fence structure, etc.) and thebuilding alarm system 200 includes analarm control 112 and/or one ormore alarm devices 113. Thecontrol assembly 110 preferably provides a portion of thelock system 100 and includes aninput device 120 and anaccess control 140. Theinput device 120 is disposed on and/or adjacent to the door D and is configured to at least one of receive an input IC and generate an input IC; i.e., theinput device 120 may be constructed, programmed, etc. to only receive an input IC (i.e., through a credential or key), only generate an input IC (e.g., by means of a keypad), or to both receive and/or generate an input IC. Further, theaccess control 140 has at least one stored value or data element DEN and is configured to at least receive the “lock” input IC, to compare the input IC with at least one stored data element DEN, and to generate and transmit an output ON to thealarm control 112 and/or directly to the alarm device(s) 113, as indicated inFIGS. 34 and 36 . - More specifically, as discussed above, the
control assembly 110 is preferably incorporated into alock system 100 that further comprises alock 160 adjustable between a locked configuration and an unlocked configuration, as shown inFIGS. 40 and 42 . That is, thelock 160 is configured to secure the door D within the frame F when arranged in the locked configuration, and alternatively the door D is displaceable with respect to the frame F when thelock 160 is arranged in the unlocked configuration. Preferably, at least a portion of the lock 160 (e.g., a latch, deadbolt, or spindle) is coupled with either the door D and the frame F, and is configured to releasably engage with the other one of the door D and the frame F, when arranged in the locked configuration, so as to secure the door D within the frame F. - When the
control assembly 110 is used with alock 160, theaccess control 140 is or includes alock control 150 operatively coupled with thelock 160. Thelock control 150 is configured to operate thelock 160 when the input IC corresponds with the stored value/data element DEN such that thelock 160 is adjusted to the unlocked configuration, as indicated inFIG. 37 . That is, when thelock control 150 determines that there is some predetermined correlation between the lock input IC and the stored data element DEN (e.g., an exact or substantial match, a partial match, etc.), thecontrol 150 either operates thelock 160 directly or sends a control signal SC to a portion of the lock 160 (e.g., an actuator) as discussed below, such that thelock 160 is adjusted to the unlocked configuration to enable the door D to be “opened”. Theaccess control 140 or thelock 160 can include anactuator 180 configured to adjust thelock 160 between the locked and unlocked configurations; in other words, theactuator 180 may be considered part of thelock control 150 or as part of thelock 160 itself. In either case, thelock control 150 is configured to operate theactuator 180 such that thelock 160 is adjusted to the unlocked configuration when there is correspondence between the input IC and the stored data element DEN, as described in greater detail below. - Although the
control assembly 110 can be incorporated into thelock system 100 so as to be capable of operating thelock 160, in other constructions thecontrol assembly 110 may share only certain components with thelock 160 or even be completely separate from any lock. For example, thelock system 100 may include a separate control (not shown) for operating thelock 160 that receives the same input IC from theinput device 120, such that theaccess control 140 only functions to communicate with thealarm control 112 and/or alarm device(s) 113. In another example, theinput device 120 and theaccess control 140 may function solely to disarm the security features of thebuilding alarm system 200 that includes one or more doors D each with a purely mechanical lock (e.g., key-operated cylinder lock). As yet another example, thecontrol assembly 110 may function to communicate with a home automation system 115 (described below) or any other system, and not with a security system. The scope of the present invention includes these and all other appropriate alternative configurations of thecontrol assembly 110 that function generally as described herein. - Referring to
FIGS. 36-39 , theaccess control 140 in one construction is configured to generate and transmit a disarm output OD to thealarm control 112 and/or the alarm device(s) 113 when theaccess control 140 determines that the input IC corresponds with the at least one stored data element DEN, as indicated inFIGS. 36-38 . More specifically, thealarm control 112 is configured to selectively operate in an armed mode MA and alternatively in a disarmed mode MD, and to switch from the armed mode MA to the disarmed mode MA when thealarm control 112 receives the disarm output OD from theaccess control 140, as indicated inFIG. 39 . As such, an authorized user may enter an appropriate input IC into theaccess control 140 to “disarm” the security features of thebuilding alarm system 200, and simultaneously unlock thelock 160. Furthermore, as indicated inFIG. 38 , theaccess control 140 can also be configured to generate an alarm output OA either when thecontrol 140 has received a single input IC that corresponds to a stored data element DEU designated or “classified” as being unauthorized, as described below, or when thecontrol 140 has received a predetermined plurality of inputs IC (e.g., three inputs) and each fails to correspond to any one of the authorized data elements DEA. - Referring particularly to
FIG. 34 , thealarm control 112 is also configured to activate the one ormore alarm devices 113 when the door D moves with respect to the frame F while thealarm control 112 is in the armed mode MA, and to take no “alarm action” when the door D displaces while thealarm control 112 is in the disarmed mode MD. Specifically, the alarm or security features of thebuilding alarm system 200 preferably may include at least onesensor 204 configured to sense displacement of the door relative to the frame F.The door sensor 204 is either hard-wired to thealarm control 112 or is connected with awireless transmitter 224 configured to generate and transmit a sensor signal SS to thealarm control 112, as depicted inFIG. 34 . As such, when thealarm control 112 receives the door sensor signal SS indicating that the door D has been opened without authorized operation of thelock system 100, thealarm control 112 takes appropriate alarm action(s), as described below. - In one construction, the
access control 140 communicates directly with thealarm control 112, and thealarm control 112 in turn directly operates the alarm device(s) 113. Specifically, thealarm control 112 is configured to activate each of the one ormore alarm devices 113 such that eachdevice 113 provides an audible and/or visible warning to discourage an intruder and provide a warning to building occupants or neighbors, and/or summon security personnel, etc., as discussed in greater detail below. However, the security features of thebuilding alarm system 200 may be formed or constructed without an alarm control and arranged/configured such that theaccess control 140 directly communicates with and operates the one or more alarm device(s) 113 and/or other appropriate devices (e.g., a communication device contacting security personnel, etc.). As discussed above, thealarm control 112 may be part of a home automation system, such as thesystem 10 described previously, which may be configured to operate one or more auxiliary systems, such as for example, ahome lighting system 230 including one ormore lights 232, aHVAC unit 234, a music orannouncement system 236, etc., when the disarm output OD is transmitted by thecontrol 140, as shown inFIG. 43 . - Referring to
FIGS. 34 and 42 , thecontrol assembly 110 andlock system 100 in certain constructions further include awireless transmitter 224 configured to receive the output ON from theaccess control 140 and to transmit to thealarm control 112 and/or analarm device 113 an electromagnetic signal SN corresponding to the output signal ON. By including thewireless transmitter 224, the installation of thelock system 100 is facilitated and thecontrol 140 is more readily capable of communicating with a plurality of devices, including thealarm control 112, one ormore alarm devices 113, and other components of thesystem 10. Thewireless transmitter 224 is preferably a wireless transceiver that enables two-way communication between theaccess control 140, thealarm control 112, and/or other devices, such as was described with regard toFIGS. 1-5 . Alternatively, theaccess control 140 may be “hard wired”, i.e. electrically connected by one or more wires, to thealarm control 112, the one ormore alarm devices 113, etc. - Referring to
FIG. 35 , theaccess control 140 in one construction includes a memory 240 configured to receive and store at least one value or data element DEA corresponding to an authorized user and/or an authorized input, and in another construction, the memory 240 has a plurality of “authorized” stored data elements DEA. Also, theaccess control 140 is configured to generate the disarm output OD when thecontrol 140 determines that the input IC corresponds to any of the plurality of stored data elements DEA. As such, multiple users may be provided with access through the door D by entering different codes into, or presenting different credentials to, theinput device 120, each code or credential providing a different input IC, as discussed further below. - As shown in
FIG. 35 , theaccess control 140 preferably includes amicroprocessor 242 coupled with the memory 240 and with theinput device 120. The memory 240 preferably includes one or more memory chips 244. Themicroprocessor 242 is configured (e.g. programmed, assembled, wired, etc.) to receive the control input IC, to compare the input IC with the stored data element(s) DEN located in the memory 240, and to generate the disarm output OD, the alarm output OA, or other output(s) as appropriate for the results of such comparison. In one construction, themicroprocessor 242 of theaccess control 140 is also configured to receive and to store or “write” one or more values as authorized data elements DEA within the memory 240, the values being received from theinput device 120 or a programming device, as discussed below. Thereafter, when themicroprocessor 242 subsequently receives an input IC corresponding to at least one of the authorized stored data elements DEA, theaccess control 140 preferably both operates thelock 160 and transmits the disarm output OD to thealarm control 112 oralarm device 113, as indicated inFIG. 37 . Further, themicroprocessor 242 is also preferably configured to receive and store one or more values as “unauthorized” values or data elements DEU and to generate and transmit the alarm output OA when subsequently receiving an input IC corresponding to an unauthorized data element DEU, as indicated inFIG. 44 . - More specifically, the
access control 140 is preferably configured to designate or “classify” each stored data element DEN as either an authorized data element DEA or an unauthorized data element DEU, and thereafter generate the disarm or alarm outputs OD, OA when receiving an input IC corresponding to the particular data value DEN. Further, theaccess control 140, preferably by means of themicroprocessor 242, is also configured to re-designate or “reclassify” a previously authorized data element DEA as an unauthorized data element DEU, and vice-versa. As such, the stored data element DEA of a previously permitted user's code or credential may be reclassified as unauthorized when circumstances have changed (e.g. when someone is no longer a member of a household). - Further, a person may be provided with a code or credential corresponding to an authorized data element DEA so as to allow access limited to a specific duration (e.g., one week), but then the
control 140 reclassifies the particular stored data element DEU as being unauthorized once the period has expired. In either case, whenever a user whose code, credential, etc. has been reclassified as unauthorized attempts access through the door D such that thecontrol 140 receives an input IC now corresponding to an unauthorized data element DEU, thecontrol 140 generates the alarm output OA so that appropriate warning and/or actions are taken by thealarm control 112 and/or an alarm device(s) 113, as discussed below. - Referring now to
FIGS. 34 , 35, and 42, theinput device 120 may be any appropriate type of input device used with electronic or electronically controlled locks, such as akeypad 250, areader 252, a touch screen, a scanner, etc. More specifically, when provided by akeypad 250, theinput device 120 includes at least one and preferably a plurality of manually manipulable input members 254 (e.g., buttons), each electrically connected to theaccess control 140, as best shown inFIG. 35 . As such, an input signal is generated and transmitted to theaccess control 140 when a user manipulates each one of theinput members 254, to thereby provide the input IC. When theinput device 120 is constructed as areader 252 as shown inFIGS. 35 and 42 , thereader 252 is configured to extract input IC from a credential (e.g., a card, an iButton, etc.) and to transmit the input IC to theaccess control 140. Further, in a construction in which a touch screen is used as theinput device 120, the touch screen includes a panel and one or more pressure sensors configured to generate an input signal when pressed by a user, the sensor(s) being electrically connected with the access control. In another construction in which theinput device 120 is a scanner, the scanner is configured to scan a physical feature of a user, such as the user's fingerprint, iris, etc., and to generate and transmit to theaccess control 140 an input signal IC whenever a user presents the physical feature to the scanner. Additionally, it must be noted that theinput device 120 may be constructed in any appropriate manner that enables a user to enter an input IC to theaccess control 140, and the scope of the present invention is in no manner limited to any particular type ofinput device 120. - In certain constructions, the
input device 120 is capable of being used to “program” or enter authorized and unauthorized data elements DEA, DEU into the memory 240 of theaccess control 140. In other words, theinput device 120 is configured to operate in a programming mode in which theinput device 120 receives (e.g., from a credential) and/or generates (e.g., by means of a key pad 250) one or more inputs IC each corresponding to an authorized user or an unauthorized user, and theaccess control 140 is configured to receive and store the input IC as an authorized data element DEA or unauthorized data element DEU, respectively. Alternatively or additionally, thelock system 100 may further include a data input device configured to receive and/or generate one or more inputs IC each corresponding to either an authorized or unauthorized user, and theaccess control 140 receives and stores the input IC as a data element DEA or DEU as appropriate. - As best shown in
FIG. 34 , thealarm control module 260 preferably includes amicroprocessor 262, amemory 264, aninput device 266, adisplay screen 268, and appropriate supporting components (e.g., wiring, etc.). - Referring to
FIGS. 40-42 , thelock 160 of thelock system 120 may be constructed as any appropriate type of lock, such as a mechanical lock, an electromechanical lock 300 (FIGS. 34 , 35, and 40), an electromagnetic lock 272 (FIG. 42 ), etc. In certain constructions, thelock 160 is electromechanical or electromagnetic and theaccess control 140 functions to operate thelock 160, as discussed above and described in further detail below. However, thelock 160 may be a purely mechanical lock, such as a key-operated cylinder lock, in which case theaccess control 140 primarily functions to operate thealarm control 112 and/or alarm device(s) 113. - As best shown in
FIGS. 40 and 41 , when thelock 160 is anelectromechanical lock 300, thelock 160 includes alatch 310, a retractor 320 (FIG. 41 ) for displacing thelatch 310, a manuallyrotatable spindle 330 for operating theretractor 320, either aclutch mechanism 340 or a retainer mechanism, and theactuator 180, as discussed above, which operates the clutch or retainer mechanisms. Thelatch 310 is disposed within a bore formed in the door D and is movable between an extended or “locked” position, in which the latch engages a strike in the door frame F, and a retracted or “unlocked” position in which thelatch 310 is completely disengaged from the strike. Theretractor 320 is operatively coupled with and configured to displace thelatch 310 between the locked and unlocked positions, and may be constructed in any known or other appropriate manner (e.g. a linkage forming a “crank slider” mechanism with the latch 310). Further, thespindle 330 is manually rotatable, preferably by means of alever 350 or knob, is coupled with and extends outwardly from the door D, and is operatively coupleable with theretractor 320. As such, rotation of thespindle 330 operates the retractor 320 (e.g., pivots the bar linkage members, etc.) so as to displace thelatch 310. - When the
electromechanical lock 300 includes aclutch mechanism 340, as shown inFIG. 40 , theclutch mechanism 340 is configured to releasably couple thespindle 330 with theretractor 310. For example,clutch mechanism 340 may include a firstclutch member 342 connected with thespindle 330 and a second clutch member 344 connected with the retractor 320 (e.g. through an inner spindle), one of theclutch members 342, 344 being slidably displaceable by means of theactuator 180 to releasably engage with theother member 344, 342. With such aclutch mechanism 340, theactuator 180 may include amotor 360 and acam 370 connected with themotor 360 and configured to displace one of theclutch members 342, 344. Alternatively, when theelectromechanical lock 300 includes a retainer mechanism, the retainer mechanism is configured to releasably engage with either thespindle 330 or the retractor 302 so as to prevent displacement of thelatch 310, theactuator 180 being appropriately constructed to displace the mechanism. Furthermore, with anelectromechanical lock 300, theaccess control 140 is configured to transmit a control signal SC to theactuator 180 when the input IC corresponds with an authorized stored value/data element DEA. Thereafter, theactuator 180 operates theclutch mechanism 340 or the retainer mechanism as appropriate. - Referring to
FIG. 42 , when thelock 160 is an electromagnetic lock 400, the lock 400 includes anelectromagnet 410 configured to releasably secure the door D within the frame F, preferably by electromagnetically coupling with a metallic member (e.g., a metal plate, a portion of the door or frame, etc.) and includes apower supply 420. Using an electromagnetic lock 400, theaccess control 140 is configured to operate theelectromagnet 410, such that the door D is displaceable with respect to the frame F, when an input IC corresponds with one of the authorized data elements DEA. - Referring now to
FIGS. 34 and 43 , thealarm device 113 may be, or may include, asiren 500, aswitch 510 controlling one ormore lights 520, acommunication device 530, or any other appropriate alarm device. Specifically, thesiren 500 is configured to generate an audible alarm so as to warn inhabitants or neighbors of a protected premises and encourage intruders to vacate the premises. With a switch, theswitch 510 is coupleable with one or morelight devices 530 so as to activate the light(s) 520 when thealarm control 112 ordevice 113 receives the alarm output OA, thereby illuminating the protected premises. Further, thecommunication device 530 is configured to contact security personnel to inform of an intrusion and summon the personnel to the premises. Thecommunication device 530 may include an auto dialer coupled with a telephone or computer network, a switch wired into a monitored control panel, etc. - Furthermore, as discussed above, the
access control 140 is preferably configured to generate a plurality of different disarm outputs ODn each corresponding to a separate one of the authorized values or data elements DEAn. Each disarm output ODn is received by thealarm control 112, thealarm devices 113, and/or a separate control 114 of theautomation system 10. Thereby, in addition to switching thebuilding alarm system 200 to the disarmed mode, theappropriate control 112 or 114 operates one or more auxiliary devices orsystems access control 140 is capable of directing thealarm control 112 orautomation system 204 to perform different actions tailored to each authorized user. - For example, when a first user enters an input IC1 corresponding with a first authorized code DEA1, the
access control 140 sends a first disarm output OA1 to alarmcontrol 112 and/or the automation system control 114. Thealarm control 112 thereby adjusts to the disarmed mode MD, if in the armed mode MA, and thecontrol 112 or the automation control 114 operates thelighting system 230 to turn oncertain lights 232 and/or adjusts the intensity level of thelights 232, operates theHVAC unit 234 to achieve a particular first temperature, and/or operates the music/announcement system 236 to play certain music or an announcement of or directed to the particular first user. Alternatively, when a second authorized user enters a second input IC2 corresponding with a second authorized data element DEA2, the access control sends a second, different disarm output OD2. - In addition to switching to the disarmed mode MD, the
alarm control 112 or the automation system control 114 operates thelighting system 230 to turn on a different set oflights 232 and/or adjusts thelights 232 to a different intensity level, operates theHVAC unit 234 to achieve a second temperature, and/or operates the music/announcement system 236 to play different music or an announcement of or directed to the particular second user. Thealarm control 112 or automation control 114 may be configured to operate any number of different systems (e.g., coffee makers, ovens, automated windows) in any possible combinations for any number of users as desired. - Thus, the components of the
building alarm system 200, including thealarm control 112, the automation control 114, and theaccess control 140, may be part of a home automation system such as thesystem 10 described above with reference toFIGS. 1-5 . Thealarm control 112, the automation system control 114, and theaccess control 140 can communicate with and be controlled by remote devices such as a computer or cell phone, as described above. For example, each of thecontrols gateway device 50 as part of theRF mesh network 20. In addition, thecontrols gateway device 50 or to therouter 46. Thegateway device 50 and/or therouter 46 can then connect to and communicate with a larger computer network such as the Internet. The user can connect to the larger network, for example using a computer or a cell phone, and remotely communicate with thecontrols - The invention provides, among other things, a new and useful system for providing and monitoring access control in addition to controlling household devices. The constructions of the system described herein and illustrated in the figures are presented by way of example only and are not intended as a limitation upon the concepts and principles of the invention.
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1. A gateway for transmitting signals between a computer network and a radio-frequency mesh network, comprising:
a housing;
a radio-frequency transceiver for communicating with the radio-frequency mesh network;
an Internet Protocol transceiver, operatively coupled to the radio-frequency transceiver, for communicating with the computer network;
a power supply; and
a logic and memory unit configured to communicate with the computer network using a secure data connection.
2. The gateway of claim 1 , further comprising an antenna.
3. The gateway of claim 1 , further comprising a user interface having at least one of an input and an output.
4. The gateway of claim 1 , further comprising memory and logic for the purpose of storing and executing macros or scenes.
5. The gateway of claim 1 , wherein the power supply comprises at least one of a battery and an alternating current power source.
6. The gateway of claim 1 , wherein the power supply comprises both a battery and an alternating current power source.
7. The gateway of claim 1 , wherein the secure data connection is implemented using a secure socket layer protocol.
8. The gateway of claim 1 , wherein the logic and memory unit is operable to translate between the radio-frequency mesh network and the computer network.
9. A gateway for transmitting signals between a computer network and a radio-frequency mesh network, comprising:
a housing;
a radio-frequency transceiver for communicating with the radio-frequency mesh network;
an Internet Protocol transceiver, operatively coupled to the radio-frequency transceiver, for communicating with the computer network;
a power supply; and
a logic and memory unit configured to enroll devices into the radio-frequency mesh network, at least one of the devices being a radio-frequency mesh network lock.
10. The gateway of claim 9 , wherein enrolling a device comprises receiving an identifying code from the device and adding the code to a list of devices comprising a radio-frequency mesh network.
11. The gateway of claim 9 , wherein the power supply includes an AC power supply and a DC power supply.
12. The gateway of claim 11 , wherein the logic and memory unit receive power from the DC power supply during the enrollment of devices into the radio-frequency mesh network, and the logic and memory unit otherwise receive power from the AC power supply.
13. The gateway of claim 9 , wherein at least one of the devices is not a lock.
14. A method of synchronizing a radio-frequency mesh network lock device with a mesh network gateway, comprising:
positioning the gateway adjacent to the lock device;
initiating synchronization procedures on the lock device;
initiating synchronization procedures on the gateway;
exchanging identifying information between the gateway and the lock device;
indicating that synchronization is successfully completed at the gateway;
increasing radio signal power of a lock device transceiver associated with the lock device; and
adding the lock device to a list stored in the gateway of devices that make-up the radio-frequency mesh network.
15. The method of claim 14 , wherein positioning the gateway adjacent to the lock device further comprises disconnecting the gateway from a fixed power source and operating the gateway using a portable power source.
16. The method of claim 15 , wherein the fixed power source is provided power from an AC source and the portable power source is DC.
17. The method of claim 14 , wherein initiating synchronization procedures on the lock device comprises a user-initiated synchronization procedure that includes entering a security code into the lock device.
18. The method of claim 14 , wherein initiating synchronization procedures on the gateway comprises a user-initiated synchronization procedure that includes pressing a button on the gateway.
19. The method of claim 14 , wherein the information exchanged between the gateway and the lock device comprises at least one of an identifier and a security code.
20. The method of claim 14 , wherein the gateway indicating that synchronization is successfully completed comprises the gateway producing at least one of a visual and an audible indication.
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