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LAYERED BEACON TRANSMISSION AND RECEPTION

  • US 20130189939A1
  • Filed: 01/19/2012
  • Published: 07/25/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/19/2012
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A system, comprising:

  • a first access point comprising an adjustable power amplifier and an antenna;

    a memory comprising encoding and transmitting logic; and

    a processor, the processor configured by the encoding and transmitting logic to;

    cause the first access point to provide a primary beacon at a first power level; and

    cause the first access point to provide a secondary beacon at a second power level, the second power level less than the first power level;

    receive a response signal from a receiving device responsive to the secondary beacon; and

    determine that the receiving device is within an intended coverage area responsive to receiving the response signal.

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