WO2007026069A1

WO2007026069A1 - Method and device for activating and remotely controlling multiple electrical apparatuses using a remote control

Info

Publication number: WO2007026069A1
Application number: PCT/FR2006/001976
Authority: WO
Inventors: André POULAT
Original assignee: Poulat Andre
Priority date: 2005-08-29
Filing date: 2006-08-24
Publication date: 2007-03-08
Also published as: WO2007026069B1; FR2890222A1

Abstract

The invention concerns a device for remotely controlling electrical appliances and security systems with different origins, designs and levels of security. More specifically, the invention concerns mobile, fixed and on-board transmitters which act remotely on activators that are used to control electrical appliances and security systems. According to the invention, both the transmitters and the activators have several registers which can store and process fixed and evolutionary security codes which can also be used in remote monitoring. The transmitter/activator provides the user with data relating to the state of the device to be controlled. The inventive device is designed to use coherently- and centrally-encoded radio signals for the remote management of already-installed electrical appliances and security systems which have hitherto been controlled individually in multiple different ways which are often incompatible with one another.

Description

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR ACTIVATING AND REMOTELY CONTROLLING MULTIPLE REMOTE ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

The invention relates generally to devices for remote actuation of various electrical equipment and remote control of the various electrical equipment. More specifically, the invention relates to actuation, control; home automation devices already in place; remote controlled electrical equipment already in place, from actuating devices and remote control.

In a domestic environment the problem frequently encountered is the following. The automation of the portal comes from a manufacturer, the automation of the garage door of another, the alarm system of another, and so on. It quickly leads to an accumulation of electrical equipment that have nothing in common with each other. More particularly at the level of security. Each manufacturer jealously keeps secret its own security codes. The purpose of these actuation and control devices is to give a common actuation and control allowing in all circumstances to remotely control and control all these electrical equipment remote or not, secure or not, already in place or equipment remote controlled or not, which will be installed in the future.

Previous remotely controlled devices control one or more electrical equipment but not those of the competing manufacturer. Another device is capable of copying the security codes of a remotely controlled electrical equipment from another manufacturer to be able to control it, provided the level of security is low. On a more or highly secure system the operation is not possible. Another system is able to control from a fixed or nomadic control electrical equipment of the same manufacturer but is not designed to work jointly with an on-board control. Many systems are only capable of give command orders but do not have the ability to provide information on the state of the device (s) to be controlled.

Some systems are so complicated and risky to install that it is absolutely necessary to refer to a specialist to do this. And so on. There is no system that takes into account this very wide variety of situations encountered in a domestic, commercial and industrial environment with the purpose of giving common commands for remote operation and control; fixed; nomads; on motor vehicles; to remote controlled electrical equipment or not, already in place, design, use different from each other. The applications are very numerous. Here are some examples. The actuation device that we propose allows in a home environment to regain control and manage from a common control, fixed, nomadic, on - vehicle, all the different automatisms which generally have their own means of control, their own security levels and separate technical characteristics.

A disabled person is highly dependent on remote actuators of various electrical equipment. Their multiplicity and diversity make their management very difficult. By grouping under one command 1 'actuation and management of these secure systems or not it facilitates, in this case, greatly their use. In the case of a condominium or an office building, our device allows each occupant to have an on - board command to operate and manage the garage door. The security service can track the movements of each vehicle on the computer and record them.

Stores, workshops, offices now have the opportunity to consolidate the operation and management of many devices already in place, secure or not. Thus, before leaving the premises the occupant can perform a "" Turned "without having to move in. The occupant switches off the air conditioning in certain areas, locks the electric door locks, activates the presence lighting, activates the alarm system, closes the barrier, etc. are just a few examples The multiplication and the great diversity of the remote-controlled systems reveal a pressing need for a single control means supplanting and giving coherence to the management of these remotely controlled systems already in place and that from the very place where one needs to control these remote-controlled systems, that is to say sometimes from all types of motor vehicles, sometimes from fixed keyboards, other times from nomadic commands.

The applications are very numerous in a domestic, commercial and industrial context thanks to the multiple solutions and innovations integrated in the proposed invention which makes this system of actuation and remote control directly compatible, in all the circumstances, whatever the electrical characteristics. electrical equipment on which this device for remote actuation and control is installed and regardless of the level of security of the remote management devices of these electrical equipment. Their low cost and ultra simplified mounting and protected against possible assembly errors make these actuation and remote control devices easily accessible both for purchase and for installation.

Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the elements are illustrated in a simplified manner for ease of understanding. They are not necessarily represented on the scale. The dimensions of some elements are sometimes disproportionate to other elements for the sake of clarity. Furthermore, common but well-known items of skill in the art that are used or needed in a commercially feasible embodiment are not generally shown to provide a less busy view of these different. embodiments of the invention. Always in the same spirit, certain features and details of programming and technical operation are not presented in detail because being within the reach of those skilled in the art. The accompanying drawings illustrate the invention:

Figure 1 shows the actuators and control devices in a possible environment of use.

Figure 2 shows the schematic of the transmitter module.

Figure 3 shows the schematic of the activator module.

Figure 4 shows the schematic of access control group management. Figure 5 shows the schematic of the Bluetooth system.

Figure 6 shows the schematic diagram of the Cane Bus system.

The transmitter modules (100-A = on-vehicle transmitter module, 100-B = fixed keyboard transmitter module, 100-C = nomadic transmitter module) have, according to the chosen embodiment, one or more registers (113, 114 , 115 and above) In the first "system code register" (113) are the prerecorded system codes specific to the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B and 100-C). The second "manufacturer code register" (114) offers a manufacturer of remotely controlled automation systems, for example, the possibility of recording their own remote control codes. In the third "fixed code register" (115) are stored by code learning the fixed codes of remotely controlled devices already in place.

The registration in the "fixed codes register" (115) by the code learning method of the fixed codes of the remote controlled devices already in place is done through the RX module.

(124).

The transmitter module (100-A) receives its control commands from a single command (104), multiplexed into command commands (code 001 or code 002 or code 003, etc.) - According to one embodiment, a sequence of pulses on the light control (102) of the vehicle generates the control commands (code 001 or code 002 or code 003 etc.) on the transmitter module ( 100-A). A pulse performed in a time T1 commands an automatism. Two pulses made in a time T2 corresponds to the control of a second automatism and so on. The pulse sequence can also be generated; either by an action on the brake; either by an action on the indicators, or either in the case of the transmitter modules (100-B, 100-C) or by an action on one or more pushbutton (s) (138).

Once the given control command (code 001 or code 002 or code 003 etc.), a count of the pulse sequence (103) is performed through the counting module (105) which manages a timer loaded with analyzing, at a predetermined time T3, the duration of the control sequence and validating it or possibly rejecting it. The counting module (105) conveys the recognized command command (code 001 or code 002 or code 003, etc.) to the management module (108) which directs it by the action (109) to the comparator module ( 110). The comparator module reads on the registers (113, 114, 115, ect) in order to retrieve the prerecorded code identical to the control command (code 001 or code 002 or code 003, etc.). The identification made, the command order (code 001 or code 002 or code 003 etc.) is relayed by the management module (108) to the TX module (119) which sends through the antenna (120) the radio control code (121) to the activator module (200) of the automation to be controlled.

The RX module (204) of the activator module (200) receives the transmitter radio code (121) and sends it to the management module (207) which processes it and sends it to the comparator module (209). The comparator module (209) performs a scan of the different registers (212, 213, 223 and more) in search of the prerecorded code identical to the transmitter radio code (121). The transmitter code (121) recognized and validated returns to the module comparator (209) which directs it to the management module (207) ultimately responsible for activating the control relay (215) which triggers, as the case may be, the activation or deactivation of the automation or electrical apparatus for which the transmitter radio code (121) is intended.

In another embodiment, the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B and 100-C) and activators (200) are equipped with the ability to inform the user about the state of the automation or the control system. electrical equipment to order. A single entry control command (104) generates a radio control command (121) received by the activator module (200) that generates a status request to the device to be monitored. The device to be controlled provides the activator module (200) with a status contact on the input (217). The TX (218) of the activator module (200) generates a radio code (221) received by the RX module (125) which transfers it by the action (127) to the management module (108). The management module (108) transfers by the action (131) the status request (217) to the display module (130). The visualization is effected by luminous indicators (133, 134, 135, 136 ..); or on an LCD screen (130).

In another embodiment, FIG. 4 the activator module (200) has a group code register (223) in which the unique codes of many transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) are recorded.

The transmitter module (100-A or 100-B or 100-C) generates a unique radio control command (121) received by the activator module (200) and compared to the group code register (203). The radio control command (121) identified, the activator module (200) controls through the action (216) the activation of the device (403 or 404 or 405, etc. ..).

The activator module (200) transfers the single radio control command (121) via the USB port module (227) to a computer (s) (402); and the remote monitoring computer (402) displays and records in real time the identity of each ordering party. The applications are numerous because the information may also come from fixed keyboard transmitter modules (100-B) as well as nomadic transmitter modules (100-C). All movements of people; all movements of goods; all orders for electrical equipment; all changes of state of electrical equipment; can be reported directly to remote monitoring computers in different locations. The control codes of the system register (113) of the transmitter module (100) are unique and secure. These evolutionary type control codes give after each order, from a clean root, a new combination of codes taken from several million combinations of available codes.

Each activator module (200) stores the control codes (code 001, code 002, code 003, etc.) of the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) according to the control pulse sequence ( 103), in the order chosen by the user.

According to one embodiment the transmitter module (100-A) is installed under the hood of the vehicle in the immediate vicinity of a lighthouse. The three power supply wires of the transmitter module (100-A) are not polarized and are connected respectively to the ground, full-beam and one (+) permanent or (+) wires after contact.

When the (+) power wire of the transmitter module (100-A) is connected to a (+) after the vehicle has been touched, the transmitter module is provided with a safety device. The use of the transmitter module (100-A) can only be done when the ignition key of the vehicle is "ON" thus preventing unauthorized use of the transmitter module (100-A). According to one embodiment, the transmitter module (100-A) by a sequence of pulses (103), on the light and variable duration control (102), stores in the register (113) a code of customizable access. Reproduction of the same sequence of pulses on the headlight control (102) of the vehicle locks or unlocks the transmitter module (100-A).

According to a particular embodiment, when the headlight control (102) is pressed for a predetermined time T4, the transmitter (100-A) accesses a new range of commands, thereby multiplying the number of possible command commands from the transmitter module (100-A). With the new range of commands, it takes only one pulse to control the fifth activator module instead of five pulses, and two pulses for the sixth activator module instead of six pulses without the new control range. On the same programming principle, you can create as many new command ranges as you need. According to one embodiment, the transmitter module (100-A or 100-B or 100-C) is provided with volatile memory registers. A disconnection of the power supply of the transmitter module (100-A or 100-B or 100-C) has the consequence of erasing the programming contained in these different memories thus rendering the transmitting module inoperative. Useful whenever the transmitter module operates in an environment where security is paramount.

According to one embodiment, the transmitter module (100-A or 100-B or 100-C) is provided with non-volatile memory registers. A disconnection of the power supply of the transmitter module (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) has no effect on the programming contained in the various memories. The on-board transmitter module (100-A) on a vehicle works equally on a power supply whose voltage is between 12 and 48 volts making its use possible on both light vehicles and heavy vehicles. The activator module (200) has a switchable monostable or bistable control output on dry contact supporting all the voltages and powers found on electrical equipment commonly used in a domestic, commercial and industrial environment.

Transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) controlling the same group of activators (200) operate jointly and separately from one another.

Transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) each having the same logic of operation and coding.

In another embodiment, FIG. 5, the communication between the on-board transmitter module (100-A) equipped with a Bluetooth module (137) and the control device is carried out by a connection of the Bluetooth radio type generated by the vehicle (400). The receiver module (137) makes it possible to use any of the original commands of the vehicle (400) without a wire connection to retrieve the sequence of control pulses on the control input (104).

In another embodiment, FIG. 6, the communication between the transmitter module (100-A) and the device that gives the control commands is carried out by a resumption of information on the Cane Bus of the vehicle (400).

The noninvasive installation of the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B) and the activator modules (200) makes it possible to keep in their original state and operating capacity the devices to be controlled on which these activator modules (200) and transmitters ( 100-A, 100-B) are mounted. No sectioning of wires, no modification being necessary during the assembly on the devices to be controlled which thus preserve with identical all their former performances allowing, for example, the use in troubleshooting or in complement of the remotes of origin of these devices. Likewise during the dismantling of the transmitter modules (100-A, 100B) and activator modules (200), the devices to be controlled are automatically placed in the state they were before the installation of the transmitter modules (100-A, 100). -B) and activator modules (200).

Although particular embodiments of the invention have been illustrated and described, it will be appreciated that many embodiments, many Transformations, modifications, combinations of installation and use may be apparent to those skilled in the art and the appended claims are to be construed as covering all embodiments, transformations, modifications, combinations of installation and use in the context of the present invention.

The device provides remote activation (100-A, 100-B, 100-C, 200) and remote control (125, 218, 130, 228, 402) of multiple different electrical apparatuses relative to one another both in their design; in their use and in their remote control security levels.

This device consists of transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) which have a single control input (104) fig 2 and one to several registers (113, 114, 115, etc. .. ) able to memorize and treat everyone; fixed security codes (code 007, code 008, etc.); evolving security codes (code 001, code 002, code 003, etc.); fixed or evolutive manufacturer codes (code 005, code 006, code 007, etc.) and activator modules (200) fig 3 having several registers (212, 213, 223, etc.) capable of storing and processing each ; fixed security codes (code 007, code 008, etc.); evolving security codes (code 001, code 002, code 003, etc.); fixed or evolving manufacturer codes (code 005, code 006, code 007, etc.).

The transmitter module (100-A) of this device communicates via the receiver (137) with a radio communication system to the Bluetooth protocol of a vehicle (400).

The transmitter module (100-A) of this device has in the management module (108) recognition of the CAN bus communication protocol of a vehicle (400).

The object of the present invention is also a method of operating said device where a control command (103) on the single control input (104) of the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) solicit the modules (108, 110); these modules (108, 110) process and compare the prerecorded system codes in the register (113, code 001, code 002, code 003, etc.); the manufacturer codes prerecorded in the register (115, code 007, code 008, code 009, etc.) with the control command (103) of the single control input (104); and then generating the coded control radio signal (103) with one of the codes contained in the registers (113, 114, 115). Detection on the transmitter module (100-A) of a pulse sequence; either on the light control (102) of the vehicle (400); on the brake pedal; either on the flashing lights; or detecting an action on a push button (138) of the transmitter modules (100-B, 100-C); sets off ; separately or jointly; a remote activation command (121, 200, 215, 216); a remote status check request (121, 204, 217, 219, 130); a remote sending of the identification of the payer to a remote monitoring management (121, 200, 228, 402).

This device by the single control input (104) of the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) generates control commands (121) in different formats; fixed code; evolutionary code.

The modules (207, 209) of this device receive the coded radio signal (121), then the modules (207, 209) process and compare this coded radio signal (121) with the prerecorded codes in the registers (216, 213, 223 , etc.); and after positive identification of the coded radio signal (121), the modules (207, 209) trigger the relay (215) controlling the outputs (216) connected to the device to be controlled. On this device the control command (103) on the single control input (104) of the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) generates on the activator module (200) the request order state (217, 219, 221) of the device to be consulted; then the module visualization (130, 133, 134, 135, 136) finally displays the state control command (124, 131).

Claims

1) Device characterized in that it comprises, transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) which have a single control input (104) 2 and one to several registers (113, 114, 115, etc.) able to memorize and process each; fixed security codes (code 007, code 008, etc.); evolving security codes (code 001, code 002, code 003, etc.); fixed or evolving manufacturer codes (code 005, code 006, code 007, etc.) and activator modules (200) fig 3 having several registers (212, 213, 223, etc.) capable of memorizing and processing each ; fixed security codes (code 007, code 008, etc.); evolving security codes (code 001, code 002, code 003, etc.); fixed or evolving manufacturer codes (code 005, code 006, code 007, etc.).

2) Device according to claim 1 characterized in that the transmitter module (100-A) communicates by the receiver (137) with a radio communication system to the Bluetooth protocol of a vehicle (400).

3) Device according to claim 1 characterized in that the transmitter module (100-A) has in the management module (108) recognition of the CAN bus communication protocol of a vehicle (400).

4) A method of operation according to claim 1 characterized in that the control command (103) on the single control input (104) of the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) solicits the modules (108, 110); and that the modules (108, 110) process and compare the prerecorded system codes in the register (113, code 001, code 002, code 003, etc.); the prerecorded manufacturer codes in the register (115, code 007, code 008, code 009, etc.) with the control command (103) of the single control input (104); then generate the signal coded control radio (103) with one of the codes contained in the registers (113, 114, 115).

5) Method according to claim 4 characterized in that the detection on the transmitter module (100-A) of a sequence of pulses; either on the light control (102) of the vehicle (400); on the brake pedal; either on the turn signals / or the detection of an action on a push button (138) of the transmitter modules (100-B, 100-C); sets off ; separately or jointly; a remote activation command (121, 200, 215, 216); a remote status check request (121, 204, 217, 219, 130); a remote sending of the identification of the payer to a remote monitoring management (121,

200, 228, 402).

6) A method according to claim 4 characterized in that the modules (207, 209) receive the coded radio sągna.1 (121); and that the modules (207, 209) process and compare the encoded radio signal (121) with the prerecorded codes in the registers (216, 213, 223, etc.); and after positive identification of the coded radio signal (121), the modules (207, 209) trigger the relay (215) controlling the outputs (216) connected to the device to be controlled.

7) Method according to claim 4 characterized in that the control command (103) on the single control input (104) of the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) generates on the activator module (200) the status request command (217, 219, 221), the device to be consulted; and that the display module (130, 133, 134, 135, 136) ultimately displays the status control command (124, 131). 8) Method according to claim 4 characterized in that predetermined pulse sequences (103) on the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C) lock / unlock the transmitter modules (100-A, 100-B, 100-C).