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Variable function communication gateway for vehicles

  • US 8,086,368 B2
  • Filed: 01/06/2009
  • Issued: 12/27/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/06/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A vehicle communication gateway configured to be located within an overland vehicle, the vehicle communication gateway comprising:

  • a controller;

    a memory connected to the controller;

    a short-range wireless communication interface connected to the controller;

    a long-range wireless communication interface connected to the controller; and

    an input-output module configured to connect to a CAN bus, an in-vehicle entertainment system, and a user interface,wherein the controller is configured to receive information from the CAN bus, the in-vehicle entertainment system, and the user interface;

    to generate diagnostic messages regarding vehicle systems based on information received through the CAN bus;

    to synchronize files between the in-vehicle entertainment system and extra-vehicular devices;

    to communicate with in-building systems through the short-range wireless communication interface; and

    to communicate with at least one destination selected from the group of a vehicle manufacturer IT system, a vehicle repair service provider IT system, and a mobile phone of a vehicle occupant through the long-range wireless communication interface.

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