Remote Keyless Entry Device with Integrated Accessible Memory Storage

• US 20080150679A1
• Filed: 01/20/2006
• Published: 06/26/2008
• Est. Priority Date: 01/21/2005
• Status: Abandoned Application

• Current Assignee: Richard M. Bloomfield
• Original Assignee: Richard M. Bloomfield
• Inventors: Bloomfield, Richard M.
• Application Number:
  US10/568,592
• Publication Number:
  US 20080150679A1
• Time in Patent Office: Days
• US Class Current: 340/5.7
• CPC Class Codes: B60R 2325/101 Bluetooth
• CPC Class Codes: B60R 25/24 using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
• CPC Class Codes: B60R 25/406 Power supply in the remote key
• CPC Class Codes: G07C 2009/00253 dynamically, e.g. variable code - rolling code
• CPC Class Codes: G07C 2009/00793 by Hertzian waves
• CPC Class Codes: G07C 9/00182 operated with unidirectional data transmission between data carrier and locks

Abstract

A remote entry device for use in a keyless entry system, such as that used for a vehicle, includes a remote entry component combined with an accessible memory storage component. The memory storage component is located in a common housing with the remote entry component whereby it is convenient to use. Preferably, the memory contains any of a wide variety of information useful to the user of the vehicle, which can be modified or updated electronically. The memory is accessible through an interface port, such as a USB port.

Claims

1. A remote entry device comprising:

a remote entry component within a housing, wherein the remote entry component includes a transmitter to transmit a signal;

a memory storage component within the housing, wherein the memory storage component includes a flash drive coupled to a memory; and

a interface to allow user access to the flash drive.

2. The remote entry device of claim 1, wherein said interface allows access via a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an infrared signal, a low frequency radio signal, Bluetooth or a radio frequency signal.

3. The remote entry device of claim 1, wherein the memory includes data for a preference setting for a user, such that the preference setting is transferred from one location to another location.

4. The remote entry device of claim 1, wherein the memory includes a pass code.

5. The remote entry device of claim 4, wherein the pass code corresponds to the remote entry component to start a vehicle.

6. The remote entry device of claim 1, wherein the housing includes a designator to identify the memory storage component.

7. The remote entry device of claim 1, wherein the housing includes designator for cross-branding or cross-marketing the remote entry device.

8. The remote entry device of claim 1, further comprising a file including an MP3 player.

9. The remote entry device of claim 1, further comprising a password function to deny access to at least one file stored in the memory.

10. The remote entry device of claim 1, wherein the memory includes contact information.

11. The remote entry device of claim 10, wherein the contact information relates to a user.

12. The remote entry device of claim 1, further comprising a battery.

13. The remote entry device of claim 12, wherein the battery is charged through the connector.

14. The remote entry device of claim 1, wherein the memory includes a file having an owner'"'"'s manual.

15. The remote entry device of claim 1, wherein the memory includes at least one marketing material.

16. The remote entry device of claim 1, wherein the memory includes a software program.

17. The remote entry device of claim 16, wherein the software program includes a navigation software program.

18. A remote entry device comprising:

a housing;

a cover to attach to the housing;

a remote entry component to transmit a signal for an action to occur, wherein the remote entry component is enclosed by the housing and draws power from a battery;

a memory storage component having a memory accessible through an interface extending from the housing, wherein the memory stores information regarding the remote entry device; and

at least one sliding part on the outside of the housing that detaches the cover from the housing.

19. The remote entry device of claim 18, wherein the interface is configured to allow user access to the memory.

20. The remote entry device of claim 18, wherein the battery is charged via the interface.

21. The remote entry device of claim 18, wherein the interface is compatible with a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an infrared signal, a low frequency radio signal, Bluetooth or a radio frequency signal.

22. The remote entry device of claim 18, wherein the information includes setting preference information for a user.

23. The remote entry device of claim 18, wherein the information includes a pass code.

24. The remote entry device of claim 18, further comprising a program configured to execute a password function to deny access to the memory chip.

25. The remote entry device of claim 18, wherein the information includes a software program to execute a function.

26. The remote entry device of claim 25, wherein the software program includes a navigation function.

27. A remote entry device comprising:

a housing;

a cover to attach to the housing, wherein the cover includes an aperture and connection guides to insert into the housing;

a remote entry component within the housing, wherein the remote entry component includes a battery and a button to indicate a signal to transmit to a receiver;

a memory storage component within the housing, wherein the memory storage component includes a printed circuit board to support a flash drive connected to a memory that stores data regarding the remote entry device;

an interface that extends from the housing to interface with a port to allow user access to the flash drive and to recharge the battery, wherein the cover encloses the connector when attached to the housing; and

a light emitting diode (LED) to indicate the connector is engaged with the port.

28. The remote entry device of claim 27, wherein the interface is slidable within the housing.

29. A keyless system comprising:

a receiver to facilitate in performing an action at a location;

a remote entry device having a transmitter to transmit a signal to the receiver, wherein the signal corresponds to the action;

a memory storage component within the remote entry device that stores data and is accessible by a user via a flash drive; and

an interface for the remote entry device to couple the memory storage component with another device.

30. The keyless system of claim 29, wherein the location comprises a vehicle.

31. A method for performing an action within using a remote entry device, the method comprising:

connecting the remote entry device to a port;

reading data regarding the action from a memory storage component within the remote entry device; and

performing the action with a device hosting the port.

32. The method of claim 31, further comprising writing the data to the memory storage component.

33. The method of claim 31, further comprising storing the data at the device.

34. A remote entry device comprising:

means for transmitting a signal in a keyless system;

means for storing information regarding the remote entry device; and

means for connecting to an interface to access the means for storing.

35. The remote entry device of claim 34, wherein the means for storing includes a flash drive.