WO2002089085A1 - Systeme d'alarme et procede pour communiquer un signal d'alarme - Google Patents

Systeme d'alarme et procede pour communiquer un signal d'alarme Download PDF

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WO2002089085A1
WO2002089085A1 PCT/GB2002/001876 GB0201876W WO02089085A1 WO 2002089085 A1 WO2002089085 A1 WO 2002089085A1 GB 0201876 W GB0201876 W GB 0201876W WO 02089085 A1 WO02089085 A1 WO 02089085A1
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    • G08B—SIGNALLING OR CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B25/00—Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems
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    • G08B—SIGNALLING OR CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
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    • G08B25/005—Alarm destination chosen according to a hierarchy of available destinations, e.g. if hospital does not answer send to police station
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    • G08—SIGNALLING
    • G08B—SIGNALLING OR CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B25/00—Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems
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  • the present invention relates to alarm apparatus and a method of communicating an alarm signal .
  • Alarms are frequently provided in vehicles, buildings etc, in order, to provide an indication of an unauthorised entry or unauthorised use or other unauthorised actions .
  • Such alarms generally comprise an audible alarm that the unauthorised person is also able to hear. This makes the unauthorised • person aware of the alarm and may encourage the unauthorised person to discontinue the unauthorised action and move away from the area. Accordingly the damage may already have been done and the alarm has signalled the unauthorised person to make an escape.
  • Alarms are available that try to contact a tel-ephone number in the event that the alarm is triggered. Such services are provided by security companies who can dedicate telephones for this. However, such companies may be located a large distance from the vehicle or property and third parties may need to be contacted in order to investigate further. Accordingly, such a system may be ineffective since the unauthorised user is initially warned that the alarm has been triggered by the audible alarm and then has sufficient time to make an escape.
  • alarm apparatus comprising a transmitter which is arranged to transmit a signal to a first receiver to communicate a message to a person, the transmitter being arranged to transmit the signal to a second receiver if the first receiver does not communicate the message to a person.
  • the transmitter may be arranged to transmit the signal to a third receiver if the first and second receivers do not communicate the message to a person.
  • the transmitter may be arranged to transmit the signal to a fourth receiver if the first, second and third receivers do not communicate the message to a person.
  • the apparatus comprises sensing means.
  • the sensing means may comprise a Passive Infra Red (PIR) sensor.
  • the sensing means may comprise movement detection means.
  • the sensing means may comprise voltage drop sensing means .
  • the sensing means may comprise vibration sensing means.
  • the sensing means may comprise a plurality of sensors .
  • the sensing means is arranged to actuate the transmitter to transmit the signal .
  • the sensing means is arranged to sense an unauthorised action.
  • the alarm apparatus comprises feedback means to indicate to the transmitter that the message has been communicated to a person.
  • the feedback means is automatic such that as soon as the message has been communicated to a person the feedback is indicated back to the transmitter.
  • the feedback means may require input from a person to send a signal back to the transmitter.
  • the transmitter is arranged to transmit the signal to the next receiver.
  • the or each message comprises a text message.
  • the or each message may comprise a voice recorded message.
  • the apparatus comprises recording means for changing the message.
  • the or each receiver comprises a telephone and more preferably a mobile telephone.
  • the apparatus comprises an actuating element to selectively enable or disable the apparatus.
  • the actuating element comprises an i ⁇ fra-red transmitter to enable or disable the apparatus whilst remote from the apparatus .
  • the transmitter is arranged to transmit the first signal to the first receiver for a predetermined period of time.
  • the transmitter may be arranged to transmit the first signal to the first receiver for a period of time sufficient for the receiver to ring four times .
  • the transmitter attempts to communicate to the first receiver for a predetermined period of time and then, if not successful to the second receiver for a predetermined period of time and then if not successful, to the third receiver for a predetermined period of time and then, if not successful, to a fourth, receiver for a predetermined period of time.
  • the apparatus is arranged, in use, to- be located within a. vehicle.
  • the apparatus may be arranged to transmit a signal in response to unauthorised entry or unauthorised use of the vehicle.
  • the apparatus does not transmit any signal to alert the unauthorised person, for example an audible alert.
  • the transmitter comprises storage means which may be a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card and more preferably a pre-paid SIM card.
  • SIM Subscriber Identity Module
  • the storage means may comprise an integrated circuit.
  • the telephone number of the or each receiver (or mobile phone) is stored in storage means contained in the apparatus .
  • the telephone number of the or each receiver (or mobile phone) is stored in the SIM card.
  • the message is stored in the storage means.
  • the message may be stored in an integrated circuit .
  • the apparatus comprises recording means to record the message on the storage means.
  • the apparatus comprises a power supply.
  • the power supply may comprise a solar energy power supply.
  • the power supply may comprise a battery and preferably comprises a rechargeable batter and more preferably comprises a solar powered rechargeable battery.
  • the power- supply may comprise an external power supply.
  • the apparatus may comprise two power supplies.
  • the second power supply may be arranged to supply power in the event that . the power from the first power supply is no longer supplied.
  • the transmitter may comprise a housing.
  • the housing comprising a cover to selectively provide access within the housing.
  • the housing may comprise a plastics and preferably comprises a shock resistant plastics.
  • the housing may comprise ABS .
  • the apparatus may comprise control means .
  • control means controls which receiver to transmit to.
  • the control mean may control when to transmit the signal as a result of a signal received from the sensing mean.
  • the apparatus comprises reset means to reset the control means .
  • the apparatus may comprise indication means to indicate when the apparatus is enabled or disabled.
  • a method of communicating an alarm signal comprising transmitting a signal to a first receiver to communicate a message to a person and transmitting the signal to a second receiver if the first receiver does not communicate the message to a person.
  • the method comprises transmitting the signal to a third receiver if the first and second receivers do not communicate the message to a person.
  • the method comprises transmitting the signal to a fourth receiver if the first, second and third receivers do not communicate the message to a person.
  • the method comprises transmitting the signal to a telephone and more preferably to a mobile phone .
  • the method comprises transmitting the signal over a global system for mobile communications.
  • the message comprises a text message.
  • the message may comprise a pre-recorded message.
  • the method comprises providing feedback to the transmitter once the message has been received by a person.
  • the method comprises providing automatic feedback once the message has been received by a person.
  • the method may comprise providing feedback that the message has not been received by a person.
  • alarm apparatus comprising a transmitter which is arranged, in use, to transmit a signal to a receiver to communicate a message to a person, the apparatus comprising storage means to store the message therein, the apparatus further comprising sensing means which, when activated, signals the transmitter to transmit the signal.
  • the message in the storage means can be changed.
  • the alarm comprises recording means to change the message.
  • the message comprises information regarding the location of the alarm.
  • the alarm may be a car alarm.
  • the message may comprise information regarding the identity of the car.
  • Figure 1 is a perspective view of a transmitter and an actuator of an embodiment of alarm apparatus .
  • Figure 2 is a perspective view of an actuator and a transmitter with the cover open of an embodiment of alarm apparatus .
  • Figure 3 is a perspective view of a transmitter with the cover open of an embodiment of alarm apparatus.
  • Figure 4 is a perspective view, of a transmitter of an embodiment of alarm apparatus .
  • Figure 5 is a perspective view of a transmitter and an actuator of an embodiment of alarm apparatus .
  • Figure 6 is a flow chart of an embodiment of a method o communicating an alarm signal.
  • Figure 7 us a flow chart of an embodiment of a method of communicating an alarm signal.
  • Figure 8 is a flow chart of an embodiment of a method of communicating an alarm signal .
  • Figure 9 is a perspective view of a transmitter and actuator of another embodiment of alarm apparatus.
  • alarm apparatus 20 comprises a transmitter 21, which is arranged to transmit a signal to a receiver if the sensing means of the alarm apparatus 20 senses an unauthorised action.
  • the sensing means comprises a Passive Infra Red (PIR) sensor 26 which is attached to the transmitter 21 by a PIR lead 28.
  • PIR Passive Infra Red
  • the PIR sensor may be provided in the transmitter 21 without the need for a lead 28.
  • the PIR sensor 26 is located at a position to detect unauthorised movements, for example the PIR sensor 26 may locate in the corner of the car roof interior to detect unauthorised movements within the car or may be positioned in the corner . of a room to detect unauthorised movements therein.
  • the sensing means may also comprise other sensors, for example contact sensors may be placed on doors and/or windows such that a signal will be generated by the transmitter 21 if the contact is broken, due to unauthorised opening of the door or window. All other suitable sensors may also be used with the alarm apparatus 20, for example movement detecting sensors, vibration sensors, noise sensors, light sensors, etc.
  • the transmitter 21 may be provided with additional port(s) 39 in order for further sensors to be linked to the transmitter 21.
  • the sensing means may comprise a voltage drop sensor. Such a sensor may be used to sense if a power source has been cut off for example, a unauthorised user may initially cut the vehicle power source to prevent conventional alarms. However, such an action could be detected by the alarm 20 together with a voltage drop sensor.
  • a vibration sensor may be located within the housing 22 of the transmitter 21 to detect any vibrations, and, in particular, any tampering with the transmitter 21 and/or housing 22.
  • the transmitter 21 is arranged to emit a signal in response to a signal received from the sensor means.
  • the alarm 20 comprises control means to control the operation of the alarm.
  • the signal from the transmitter 21 is directed towards a predetermined receiver and, in particular, to a pre-selected mobile phone. Accordingly, the alarm 20 uses existing receivers in the form of mobile phones and, therefore, the costs of the alarm 20 are reduced since the receivers do not have to be specially manufactured and sold with the alarm 20.
  • the transmitter 21 utilises the existing technology of mobile phones in order to transmit the signal to the receivers. Such technology is widely available and also, thereby, reduces the costs of manufacture of the transmitter 21.
  • the transmitter essentially comprises a mobile phone but does not require a key pad or ear piece or microphone but requires control means and sensing means.
  • the transmitter 21 comprises storage means in the form of a Subscriber Identify Module (SIM) card 30 which may be a pre-paid SIM card 30. Again such technology is widely available.
  • SIM Subscriber Identify Module
  • the pre-paid SIM card 30 locates within the housing 22 of the transmitter 21.
  • the pre-paid SIM card stores information regarding the identity of the owner as well as the phone numbers of the receivers .
  • the storage means also comprises a chip or integrated circuit in order to store the message to be transmitted to the receivers .
  • the SIM card 30 provides storage means for storing the telephone numbers. These telephone numbers may be input through a communication cable connected to a dataport 50 on the transmitter 21 and enables the user to select, 5 choose and change the stored telephone numbers.
  • the dataport 50 enables the transmitter to be connected to a computer through a Universal Serial Bus (USB) or a parallel port to change the data stored in the storage means .
  • USB Universal Serial Bus
  • control means instructs the transmitter 21 to communicate a message to a first mobile phone.
  • Feedback means is provided in order for the transmitter 21 to
  • control means instructs the transmitter 21 to communicate the message to
  • the control means instructs the transmitter 21 to communicate the message to a third mobile phone and so forth.
  • the feedback is provided by the user transmitting a signal 5 back to the transmitter to confirm that the message has been received.
  • the transmitter 21 comprises storage means wherein a number of pre-selected mobile 0 phone numbers are stored. These numbers are selected by the user and can be changed by the user.
  • the storage means stores the message to be sent to the mobile phones. This message is preferably a pre-recorded voice message.
  • the message may be a text message and may be a short alphanumeric message and in particular is a text message as provided for by the Short Message Service
  • SMS Global System for Mobile Communication
  • GSM Global System for Mobile Communication
  • the feedback means is preferably automatic in that as soon as the text message is displayed or pre-recorded voice message is heard the transmitter 21 is informed that the message has been received by the person.
  • the person may need to initiate a communication of a signal back to the transmitter 21 to inform the transmitter 21 that the message has been received.
  • the transmitter 21 may wait for a predetermined time or for a particular number of rings both of which are selected by the .user to see if the message has been received by a person. If the mobile phone is switched off or no positive feedback is received then the feedback means informs the transmitter 21 that the message could not be received by a person at that receiver after the predetermined period of time. The feedback means may simply be the lack of a communication back from the receiver to indicate that the message has been received. The lack of such a communication initiates the next step. The feedback then indicates to the control means to try and send the message to the second transmitter and so forth.
  • the transmitter 21 still attempts to periodically contact the first (or a selected) receiver. This may enable the telecommunications company to locate the transmitter 21. For example, if the transmitter 21 is located in a vehicle, then the telecommunications company will be able to maintain a watch on the location of the vehicle and 5 thereby provide a tracking service since the transmitter 21 functions as a tracker.
  • the transmitter 21 comprises a housing 22 which preferably protects the
  • the housing may comprise strong plastics and, in particular, acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) to prevent unauthorised tampering .
  • ABS acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene
  • the ABS is pref rably high impact ABS plastic which is water, heat and shock
  • the transmitter 21 can be easily concealed within a vehicle, and in particular, in a relatively inaccessible location.
  • the housing 22 comprises a sliding cover 24 to provide access to the transmitter and to enable the SIM card to be removed and
  • the alarm 20 comprises a reset button within the housing which needs to be actuated once the alarm has been triggered.
  • the alarm 20, once triggered and the message has been communicated, will continue to send signals every 30 minutes until the alarm 5 is reset, as described later.
  • the alarm 20 comprises link means in order for the alarm to be linked to a pre-existing alarm system. Accordingly, the alarm 20 may be used as an 0 auxiliary alarm in order to back up and supplement a preexisting alarm system, for example by providing an alert message to be communicated to the person.
  • the link means may comprise a port 52 to link to the pre-existing alarm.
  • the transmitter housing 22 contains all of the transmitter apparatus . and the . further apparatus is provided by the sensors and by existing mobile phone systems. Accordingly, the . alarm 20 is simple to install by simply programming the message ,and phone numbers and then locating the transmitter and sensors in suitable locations.
  • the alarm 20 may comprise power means in order to power the alarm.
  • the power means may comprise a battery which may locate . within the housing 22 and thereby provides a self contained power source. In such an embodiment a power input port 36 is not required if the battery is to be the sole source of power.
  • the power means may be external, for example the power means may be provided by the power source of the vehicle.
  • the transmitter comprises a power input port 36 and a power lead when an external power source 34 is used.
  • the alarm may comprise two power means in the event that one power means may fail. For example, the vehicle source may be easily disconnected but the alarm will still be functional due to secondary power means.
  • The. power means may comprise a 12 volt power supply internal or from an alarm system.
  • the power means may comprise a 240 volt power supply for home use.
  • the transmitter includes an on/off switch to selectively switch the power on or off .
  • the alarm 20 comprises an actuator 44 to selectively enable to disable the alarm.
  • the alarm 20 may be enabled immediately but preferably provides a delay, for example 30 seconds, in order for the owner to vacate the adjacent area.
  • the actuator comprises an infra-red remote unit as used in conventional vehicle alarm and locking systems is therefore coded.
  • the actuator comprises a first button 46 to actuate the alarm to an operational condition and a second button 48 to disable the alarm.
  • the alarm comprises indicating means to indicate the status of the alarm.
  • the transmitter housing 22 may have a first Light Emitting Diode (LED) 40 and a second LED 42.
  • the first LED 40 may comprise a green LED to indicate that the alarm is disabled.
  • the second LED 42 may comprise a red LED which may be arranged to flash intermittently to indicate that the alarm 20 is operational.
  • the alarm 20 does not provide for an audible signal or another signal that may alert the unauthorised user that the alarm 20 has been activated and that an alarm signal is being sent. Accordingly, the unauthorised user is not made aware that an alarm has been triggered and is being communicated to an authorised person.
  • the transmitter 21 may comprise a dataport 50 in order for the phone number to be changed and/or for the message to be changed.
  • the dataport 50 may enable a computer, for example a laptop computer to be connected to the transmitter to made any necessary changes .
  • the computer may be connected to the transmitter using a UBS lead.
  • the stored information may be changed by telephoning the transmitter 21 from a conventional mobile phone and using a conventional touch tone method to change the data.
  • the transmitter 21 comprises securement means to prevent unauthorised access to the transmitter and to prevent unauthorised users making changes to the message and phone numbers.
  • the securement means comprises a code, for example a five digit code, which must be initially transmitted to the transmitter 21 to allow changes to be stored.
  • the stored information could be changed by removing the SIM card and amending or changing the stored information using a SIM card reader- writer or placing the SIM card in a conventional mobile and then changing the details. Initially, a shop selling the alarm could program the SIM card.
  • the resistor capacitor (R/C) circuit 110 of .the transmitter is connected to power means 112 which may be a battery or separate power source.
  • the power means comprises a rechargeable battery that may be charged up by solar power.
  • the R/C circuit 110 • can be selectively switched on or. off.
  • the alarm 20 further comprises a PIR sensor circuit 114 or other sensor circuit to detect unauthorised actions.
  • the alarm 20 comprises a pre-paid SIM card 116 for storing information relating to the phone, numbers to ring and the identity of the user or property or vehicle etc.
  • the SIM card may store information relating to the vehicle in which the transmitter is located.
  • the SIM card 116 sends a message containing the identity of the vehicle or premises . Therefore, if a user receives a message they are aware of which vehicle or premises the message relates to. This enables the alarm system, to be used .on multiple vehicles or premises which may all be linked into the same mobile phones .
  • the alarm 20 comprises an outgoing message chip 118 or the message may be stored on the SIM card.
  • This chip 118 stores the message ready for communication. As previously discussed, the message may be recorded and changed by the user. In response to an unauthorised action the message is arranged to be transmitted by the transmitter 21 into the cellular GSM through an aerial 120 or other conventional means.
  • the alarm unit is a Cellular Mobile Phone type Alarm system, using the pre-paid SIM card method.
  • a concealed silent alarm with its own power supply which will be fitted into a suitable housing/holder and into a automobile/premises to protect against property or goods .
  • the alarm unit is . triggered (into an alarm event) by the action of its own alarm built devices i.e. PIR, motion detector, voltage drop, etc.
  • PIR photosensitive resistor
  • motion detector i.e.g., motion detector, voltage drop, etc.
  • a message will be transmitted • silently to the first designated telephone/mobile contact number informing by message of the alarm event and action to take, if however after 5 rings no answer/confirmation is received from this number the unit . will, ring alternative programmed numbers until successful.
  • the system is initially triggered by an unauthorised action, for example, the detection of motion 130.
  • This loop 134-136 continues for however many mobile phones numbers are stored by the transmitter. The loop 134-136 may be arranged to return . back to the first mobile phone number if none of the mobile phones are answered.
  • the transmitter 21 transmits the pre-recorded message which may be a text message or a recorded voice message 138.
  • the alarm includes a feedback system to verify that the message has been received. If no acknowledgement 140 of the message being received is received by the transmitter then the alarm reverts ⁇ back to the dialling loop 134-136 and dials the next mobile phone number in the system.
  • the transmitter .21 receives acknowledgement 140 that the message has been received then the alarm waits for a predetermined period of time for example 30 minutes 142. If the alarm 20 has not been reset 144 within . this period then the alarm system reverts back to the dialling loop 134-136 and dials the next mobile phone. If the alarm 20 has been reset then the alarm 20 reverts back to the initial operational status 130.
  • An alternative embodiment of the alarm may comprise a voltage drop sensor 154 and a text message 156, as shown in Figure 8.
  • the alarm 20 comprises a battery and recharging means in order to power the resistor-capacitor (R/C) circuit 152.
  • the storage means of the transmitter 21 is arranged to send the message stored on a computer programmable chip 156.
  • the text message 158 or pre-recorded voice message is transmitted (tx) by the transmitter 21 and may simply be repeated every 20 minutes 158 if the receiver is switched off or if the message is not communicated.
  • FIG. 9 A further embodiment of art alarm is shown in Figure 9.
  • This alarm unit uses a mobile phone system (for example Cellnet phone systems) in order to provide a silent alarm in a vehicle or premises, whereby a voice message will be transmitted to inform the contact by telephone of an "alarm event" , for example unauthorised entry or unauthorised use.
  • a mobile phone system for example Cellnet phone systems
  • the alarm unit operates on a SIM card and especially, a pre-paid SIM card.
  • the alarm unit is lightweight and ' approximately the size of a packet of king size cigarettes.
  • the alarm unit can be concealed and secured since the product has no keypad and no display screen.
  • the device can be used in many applications, such as motor vehicles, caravans, yachts and other moveable objects, commercial premises, domestic and holiday homes.
  • When the alarm unit is fitted in a vehicle the alarm unit is connected to and charged by the vehicles 12 volt system.
  • the alarm unit can also be connected by output port to a burglar alarm, fire alarm, flood alarm or a panic alarm when fitted in premises.
  • the alarm unit may store up to three, or more telephone numbers. If, for example, a vehicle is broken into, to steal the goods inside of the vehicle itself, the alarm will immediately and silently ring the first of those three telephone numbers to advise to contact the investigate. After a preset time or number of rings (to be decided by the owner) without answer, it will ring the second number, and so on until the call is taken. Even after the call has been taken, the alarm unit reverts to ringing the prime number to advise approximately every 30 minutes . The reason for this last procedure is so that the alarm unit can be located from one cell to the next, by the cellnet phone company, so giving the approximate position of the vehicle.
  • Figure 8 shows a block diagram or flow chart of the system and Figure 9 shows a side view of the device comprising an outer casing 1, a lead "power in” 2, a dataport 3, an output port 4 to the alarm system, house or boat, a green coloured LED 5, a red coloured LED 6, and a sliding cover 7.
  • the outer casing 1 of the alarm system may be made in strong high quality plastic.
  • the product has no keyboard, display, microphone or speaker and, therefore, protection against extreme temperature changes, water and shock resistance will easily be accomplished.
  • a voltage regulation unit When connected by a lead "power in" 2 to a 12 volt system, a voltage regulation unit provides the correct power to the alarm unit components and the internal battery, so providing standby power for the device in the event that the 12 volt power is interrupted.
  • a dataport 3 (Universal Serial Bus (USB) or parallel port) allows for the transfer from a computer of the various options from a menu, for example:
  • Software will be supplied for computers on CD ROM. This will include the facility to record an individual message.
  • a micro processor will co-ordinate all control and supervisory actions of the alarm unit, including operating the speech synthesis circuitry, tracking the system status and maintaining memories and the SIM card status .
  • a coded remote key fob When the alarm unit is fitted to a vehicle or premises, a coded remote key fob will be used to arm and disarm the alarm unit.
  • the alarm unit will only send out a phone message alarm, it will not receive a call or data. This gives the alarm unit a hardware firewall against intrusion.
  • a green coloured LED 5 When the device is installed, a green coloured LED 5 will indicate that it is “live”. Once the alarm is set, a red coloured LED 6, flashing intermittently will indicate that the device is activated. An alarm event occurs when ' there is a small voltage drop which may be caused in any one of the following three ways:
  • a sliding cover 7 will be used to gain access to the interior of the alarm unit in order to insert the SIM card and batteries.
  • the invention provides a phone alarm that has no keypad, display, microphone nor speaker.
  • a dataport allows for transfer from a computer of various options from a menu for example, telephone numbers to ring,, the recorded voice message or data, premises or vehicle mode, ring out times per number and. time delays.
  • the unit has a hardware firewall against intrusion and will only send out a phone message and the phone alarm will not receive a call or data.
  • the invention also provides a phone alarm wherein means are provided for an output port to an existing alarm system or an alarm event that occurs when there is a small voltage drop in a vehicle.
  • the phone alarm comprises means for a power in socket to an internal voltage regulation unit to provide the correct power to the phone alarm and internal battery, providing back up power. .
  • the phone alarm when fitted to a vehicle or premises, may use a coded remote keyfob to arm and disarm the unit.
  • the invention provides a phone alarm wherein an option is provided that the unit when fitted to a vehicle would continue to ring out on the prime phone number even after the call has been taken. The unit can then be tracked giving the position of a vehicle. Furthermore, the . invention provides a phone alarm wherein the unit is fitted with a green LED to indicate the unit is live and a red LED flashing intermittently to indicate that the device is activated.
  • the phone alarm may have a case made from strong high quality plastic and a sliding cover to gain access to the interior in order to insert the SIM card and battery.
  • the invention relates to . a phone system alarm that when triggered by an intruder automatically and silently rings out from a vehicle or premises with a pre-recorded voice message to one or more pre-set numbers. At the same time as the unit gives out its message the unit if secured in a vehicle can be tracked by the phone company giving the approximate position of the vehicle.
  • the alarm is provided with an internal power supply, which may need to be charged, for example, every 6 months.
  • The. PIR sensor is built into the housing and is particularly suitable for boats, caravans, contains and places that may not frequently visited by the owner.
  • the alarm also provides a tracking function and can be used in conjunction with all mobile phone airtime providers.
  • the tracking function is provided by GPS reference points which will be given upon calling the operating GSM number of the transmitter and inputting an individual code, for example a 5 digit serial access code.
  • the alarm 20 user existing mobile phone technology, the alarm 20 would be able to contact users anywhere in the world, for example if the user is away on holiday or business.
  • a car alarm comprises a mobile phone (for example a Cellnet phone) and two recordable voice electronic chips or other storage means.
  • the first chip is programmed by the car owner with the car details, make, colour registration number etc.
  • the second chip is programmed when the vehicle is parked with street name or location..
  • a pre-programmed phone number is automatically dialled this, for example, could be the police -. 999, a mobile phone or landline.
  • the first message is transmitted (car details) followed by the location of the attack, vehicle .
  • Other uses include :-

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La présente invention concerne un système d'alarme comprenant un émetteur qui est conçu pour transmettre un signal à un récepteur lorsque le système de détection de l'alarme détecte une action non autorisée. Cette alarme comprend un système de stockage conçu pour stocker un certain nombre de numéros de téléphones mobiles prédéterminés auxquels envoyer un signal. Le signal communique un message vocal préenregistré au récepteur. Si le récepteur n'est pas en mesure de communiquer le message à la personne située au niveau du premier récepteur, l'émetteur envoie alors le signal au second récepteur. De même, si la personne au niveau du second récepteur ne reçoit pas le message, l'émetteur appelle alors le troisième et éventuellement un quatrième récepteur. Une fois que le message a été communiqué à une personne, un signal de retour informe l'émetteur que le message a été reçu. Cependant, l'émetteur continue de transmettre un signal au premier récepteur toutes les trente minutes et la transmission de ce signal peut permettre de suivre l'emplacement de l'émetteur. L'alarme selon cette invention ne fournit aucun signal audible ou autre à un utilisateur non autorisé, ce qui en fait une alarme silencieuse efficace.
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