System and method for a power line modem
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1. A method to reduce interference produced by a switched-mode power supply in an Internet-enabled device receiving power from a 50 to 60 Hz alternating current (AC) power line, comprising:
- receiving a communication signal superimposed on the AC power line, the communication signal carrying Internet data;
detecting a preamble of the communication signal; and
upon detecting the preamble, reducing communication interference by automatically modifying an operating mode of the switched-mode power supply.
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Abstract
In accordance with an embodiment, a method of operating an electronic system includes detecting an incoming transmission on a power line, and modifying a switching behavior of a switched-mode power supply coupled to the power line upon detecting the incoming transmission. Modifying reduces the level of interference produced by the switched-mode power supply.
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1. A method to reduce interference produced by a switched-mode power supply in an Internet-enabled device receiving power from a 50 to 60 Hz alternating current (AC) power line, comprising:
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receiving a communication signal superimposed on the AC power line, the communication signal carrying Internet data; detecting a preamble of the communication signal; and upon detecting the preamble, reducing communication interference by automatically modifying an operating mode of the switched-mode power supply. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
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