Doorbell communication and electrical methods

Abstract

A method for using a doorbell system can block a first electricity that is less than a first threshold from entering an electronic chime. By blocking the first electricity from entering the electronic chime, the electronic chime is not allowed to emit a notification sound. The method for using the doorbell system can also allow a second electricity that is greater than the first threshold to enter the electronic chime. By allowing the second electricity to enter the electronic chime, this can allow the electronic chime to emit a notification sound in response to a visitor being present.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 872,439; filed Aug. 30, 2013; and entitled DOORBELL COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS; the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.[0002]This application claims the benefit of and is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Nonprovisional patent application Ser. No. 14 / 099,888; filed Dec. 6, 2013; and entitled DOORBELL COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS; the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.[0003]This application claims the benefit of and is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Nonprovisional patent application Ser. No. 14 / 142,839; filed Dec. 28, 2013; and entitled DOORBELL COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS; the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.[0004]This application claims the benefit of and is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Nonprovisional patent application Ser. No. 14 / 275,811; filed May 12, 20...

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Benefits of technology

The patent describes a doorbell system that includes a camera and a button to detect visits. The system includes an electronic switch assembly with a first electronic switch that connects to the camera and a second electronic switch that connects to the button. The first electronic switch can block the first electricity from passing through the switch assembly, and the second electronic switch can allow the second electricity to pass through. The electronic chime can emit a notification sound based on the second electricity. The system also includes a remote computing device that receives a predetermined amount of time to activate the second electricity. The second electronic switch can connect the transformer and the electronic chime, and the first electronic switch can connect the transformer and the electronic doorbell. The system can also include a third electronic switch that connects the electronic doorbell and the electronic chime. The first, second, and third electronic switches can be different types of switches, such as single pole, single throw switches, double pole, single throw switches, or double pole, double throw switches. The system can also include a plastic housing and an electronic circuit board to enclose the components. The technical effects of the patent include improved security and convenience for the user by allowing the camera to detect visits and the button to sound the notification sound. The system also allows for the remote control of the doorbell system through a mobile device.

Problems solved by technology

However, the notification sound emitted by analog and digital chimes can typically only be heard within a short distance from the chime itself.

For example, a homeowner located remotely from her home likely would not be able to hear the notification sound, and thus, would not be aware that a visitor is ringing her doorbell.

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