Outlet add-on module
First Claim
1. A device for coupling a handheld unit containing a mating connector to an existing coaxial cable that is at least in part in walls of a building and is terminated at a CATV (Cable television) outlet, said device comprising:
- a first connector for connecting to the coaxial cable via the outlet;
a cradle comprising a mechanical adapter for docking the handheld unit thereto;
a second connector for connecting to the mating connector in the handheld unit when the handheld unit is mounted in said cradle;
a transceiver coupled between said first connector and said second connector for bi-directional communication with the handheld unit;
a power port connectable to receive a power signal from a power signal source;
a power supply, comprising an AC/DC converter or a DC/DC converter, coupled between said power port and said second connector for DC powering and charging the handheld unit by the power signal when the handheld unit is mounted in said cradle; and
a single enclosure housing said first connector, said cradle, said second connector and said transceiver.
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Abstract
A method and an apparatus for upgrading an existing service outlet (e.g. LAN, telephone, power or CATV outlet) in a house by adding functionality thereto. The functionality is added by an add-on module, connected electrically and secured mechanically to the existing outlet. Several attachment devices are exampled, including surface attachment, side clamping, snap locking, strap securing and fastening screws. The add-on module may include a service connector for retaining the basic existing outlet function. The module may be attached in a permanent way or by using a detachable solution.
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1. A device for coupling a handheld unit containing a mating connector to an existing coaxial cable that is at least in part in walls of a building and is terminated at a CATV (Cable television) outlet, said device comprising:
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a first connector for connecting to the coaxial cable via the outlet; a cradle comprising a mechanical adapter for docking the handheld unit thereto; a second connector for connecting to the mating connector in the handheld unit when the handheld unit is mounted in said cradle; a transceiver coupled between said first connector and said second connector for bi-directional communication with the handheld unit; a power port connectable to receive a power signal from a power signal source; a power supply, comprising an AC/DC converter or a DC/DC converter, coupled between said power port and said second connector for DC powering and charging the handheld unit by the power signal when the handheld unit is mounted in said cradle; and a single enclosure housing said first connector, said cradle, said second connector and said transceiver. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20)
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