Mobile Device Security Control via Native App
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing home and business security systems lack a convenient and flexible method for remote monitoring and control using mobile devices, limiting user accessibility and functionality.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a native mobile device monitoring application that enables mobile devices to function as security/automation system keypads and controllers, allowing users to monitor and control home security systems remotely through real-time status checks, arming/disarming, lighting control, thermostat management, and video surveillance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional alarm systems with control panels and sensors are used, then security monitoring capability is provided, but user accessibility and remote control functionality are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies multi-functionality by enabling mobile devices to serve multiple purposes: they act as remote control interfaces for alarm systems, provide real-time monitoring capabilities, deliver notifications, and enable two-way communication. This allows a single device to replace multiple separate components (control panel, monitor, notification device), thereby improving ease of operation and user accessibility without sacrificing security functionality.
2Reliability
If alarm systems send electronic data to monitoring services, then security breach detection is achieved, but real-time remote monitoring and control by users is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms where the alarm system continuously communicates system status, sensor readings, and alarm events to the user's mobile device in real-time. This two-way communication allows users to immediately see security breaches when they occur and respond without delay, eliminating the time loss associated with traditional monitoring services that require manual intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device serves as an intermediary between the alarm system and the user, receiving data from sensors and presenting it in an accessible format while also transmitting user commands back to the system. This intermediary role enables real-time remote monitoring and control, allowing users to respond immediately to security events without waiting for monitoring service personnel.
3Device complexity
If control panels are used for system operation, then centralized control is achieved, but convenience and flexibility for remote operation are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies copying by creating a virtual replica of the control panel interface on the mobile device. This software-based copy mirrors the functionality of the physical control panel while adding remote access capabilities. Users can arm/disarm the system, view status, and receive alerts from anywhere with internet connectivity, maintaining the centralized control architecture while dramatically improving operational convenience and flexibility.
Data Source
AI summary
Techniques are described for providing control of a monitoring system (e.g., a home alarm or security system) using one or more mobile devices. In some implementations, a native mobile device application enables use of a mobile device as a security/automation system keypad and controller for a home security system. In these implementations, the mobile device, using the native mobile device application, checks real time status of system and sensors, arms/disarms system, turns lights on/off, looks in on live video of security cameras, reviews history of system events, reviews saved video clips, monitors/changes thermostat settings, and performs other features of a traditional security keypad in a home security system.