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| 20080258757 | INTEGRATED CIRCUIT FEATURE DEFINITION USING ONE-TIME-PROGRAMMABLE (OTP) MEMORY - In one embodiment, a integrated circuit (IC) configurable to have any one of a plurality of different feature sets, the IC including (a) one or more feature blocks adapted to be independently enabled or disabled, (b) a one-time-programmable (OTP) memory cell for each feature block, the OTP memory cell storing a value, and (c) a feature control module for each feature block, each feature control module connected between the corresponding OTP memory cell and the corresponding feature block, and adapted to enable or disable the corresponding feature block based on the value stored in the corresponding OTP memory cell. The OTP memory cells are programmed by a vendor to select the particular feature set for the IC which is to be available to a purchaser. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20090111395 | PROVIDING A VIRTUAL LOCAL CHANNEL IN A SATELLITE BROADCAST SYSTEM - In one embodiment, a receiver for providing a virtual local channel in a broadcast radio system that transmits a plurality of sets of local content corresponding to a plurality of different geographic regions is disclosed. The receiver includes a detector (e.g., | 04-30-2009 |
| 20090146687 | INTEGRATED CIRCUIT FEATURE DEFINITION USING ONE-TIME-PROGRAMMABLE (OTP) MEMORY - In one embodiment, a integrated circuit (IC) configurable to have any one of a plurality of different feature sets, the IC including (a) one or more feature blocks adapted to be independently enabled or disabled, (b) a one-time-programmable (OTP) memory cell for each feature block, the OTP memory cell storing a value, and (c) a feature control module for each feature block, each feature control module connected between the corresponding OTP memory cell and the corresponding feature block, and adapted to enable or disable the corresponding feature block based on the value stored in the corresponding OTP memory cell. The OTP memory cells are programmed by a vendor to select the particular feature set for the IC which is to be available to a purchaser. | 06-11-2009 |
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| 20080232397 | Selective mode PHY device and method for managing power utilization using same - There is provided a method of managing power utilization for use by a first communication system having a first communication mode and a second communication mode, for communication over a PHY connection through a cable connecting the two systems. The method comprises establishing the PHY connection with the second communication system, detecting interoperability of the two systems in the first communication mode, determining a length of the cable connecting the first communication system to the second communication system, selecting a mode based on the length of the cable, if the detecting detects interoperability of the first communication system and the second communication system in the first communication mode, selecting the second communication mode as the mode, if the detecting does not detect interoperability of the first communication system and the second communication system in the first communication mode, communicating data using the PHY connection through the cable in the mode. | 09-25-2008 |
| 20100131780 | Selective mode PHY device for managing power utilization - There is provided a method of managing power utilization for use by a first communication system having a first communication mode and a second communication mode, for communication over a PHY connection through a cable connecting the two systems. The method comprises establishing the PHY connection with the second communication system, detecting interoperability of the two systems in the first communication mode, determining a length of the cable connecting the first communication system to the second communication system, selecting a mode based on the length of the cable, if the detecting detects interoperability of the first communication system and the second communication system in the first communication mode, selecting the second communication mode as the mode, if the detecting does not detect interoperability of the first communication system and the second communication system in the first communication mode, communicating data using the PHY connection through the cable in the mode. | 05-27-2010 |
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| 20080218040 | Modular security cabinet system for storing firearms or the like - A storage cabinet assembly for use in storing firearms or the like includes a cabinet with a recessed bifold door arrangement, to facilitate access to items contained within the cabinet assembly. The door arrangement includes a single-point locking system, which provides a secure arrangement for maintaining the doors in a closed position while providing ease in opening and closing the doors. Various support and storage modules or components are adapted to be contained within the interior of the cabinet, including stock rests for positioning in the bottom of the cabinet interior, as well as barrel rests and pistol supports that are secured to amounting member which may be adjustably positioned within the storage cabinet interior. A bin or shelf arrangement may also be positioned within the storage cabinet interior. The various support and storage modules or components may be used in various combinations, and may be moved to various positions within the storage cabinet interior. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20090079308 | Modular Security Cabinet System For Storing Firearms Or The Like - A storage cabinet assembly for use in storing firearms or the like includes a cabinet with a recessed bifold door arrangement, to facilitate access to items contained within the cabinet assembly. The door arrangement includes a single-point locking system, which provides a secure arrangement for maintaining the doors in a closed position while providing ease in opening and closing the doors. Various support and storage modules or components are adapted to be contained within the interior of the cabinet, including stock rests for positioning in the bottom of the cabinet interior, as well as barrel rests and pistol supports that are secured to amounting member which may be adjustably positioned within the storage cabinet interior. A bin or shelf arrangement may also be positioned within the storage cabinet interior. The various support and storage modules or components may be used in various combinations, and may be moved to various positions within the storage cabinet interior. | 03-26-2009 |
| 20100200528 | MOBILE INDUSTRIAL RACK SYSTEM - A mobile industrial rack system which includes a flue spacer, a carriage spacer, and a synchronous motor control that individually and collectively allows the rack system to be used on unleveled surfaces. The industrial rack system is therefore well suited for storage facilities in which it is not possible or not desired to level an otherwise unleveled floor. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100226743 | Carriageless Mobilized Storage Unit For Use In A Mobile Storage System - A mobile storage unit for a mobile storage system includes a pair of axially extending wheel units, each of which defines spaced apart end areas and includes a wheel arrangement. A storage unit support structure is interconnected with the wheel units, and includes upright support members and shelf support members. A pair of upright support members are engaged with and supported by the end areas of each wheel unit. A lowermost shelf support member is secured to an end area of one of the wheel units. The lowermost shelf support members are secured to the upright support members and to the end areas of the wheel units. Each end area of each wheel unit includes an upwardly facing engagement surface, and the lowermost shelf support member is secured to the upwardly facing engagement surface. The upright support members are also supported by the upwardly facing engagement surface. | 09-09-2010 |
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| 20080274695 | Bluetooth-enabled system and related method - According to one exemplary embodiment, a Bluetooth-enabled system includes a computer coupled to a Bluetooth-enabled host, e.g. a Bluetooth-enabled IP phone, via a communication link, where the communication link can be either an Ethernet link or a WLAN link. The Bluetooth-enabled system further includes at least one Bluetooth-enabled input device, e.g. a Bluetooth-enabled mouse or keyboard, being capable of communicating with the Bluetooth-enabled host via a Bluetooth link. The Bluetooth-enabled host is configured to transmit data received via the Bluetooth link from the at least one Bluetooth-enabled input device to the computer via the communication link. The communication link can utilize a TCP/IP protocol. | 11-06-2008 |
| 20100203831 | Headset Charge via Short-Range RF Communication - Embodiments of the present invention enable energy transfer via short-range RF communication between a main device and an associated device, thereby allowing the main device to energy charge the associated device. Accordingly, the need for a separate charger for the associated device can be eliminated. Embodiments of the present invention are suitable for applications in which the main device and the associated device operate in close proximity to each other. Further, embodiments of the present invention are suitable for applications in which the associated device is more energy-constrained than the main device. According to embodiments, energy transfer applications can be supported using near field communication (NFC). In an embodiment, energy transfer via NFC is enabled between a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone and a Bluetooth headset. In another embodiment, energy transfer via NFC is enabled between a Bluetooth enabled digital camera and a Bluetooth enabled digital frame. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20120004919 | THREE-DIMENSIONAL GLASSES WITH BLUETOOTH AUDIO DECODE - Audio associated with three-dimensional image content is enabled to be heard by a user without interfering with other users. A device network includes a display system (master) and a wearable device (slave). The wearable device includes a glasses frame, earphones, and left and right eye shuttering lenses. The wearable device receives from the display system a frame sync signal and audio content associated with three-dimensional image content displayed by the display system as alternating left and right images. The audio content is played using the earphone. The left and right eye shuttering lens are shuttered in synchronism with the alternating left and right images according to the frame sync signal to enable a wearer of the wearable device to perceive the alternating left and right images as a three-dimensional image. Additional wearable devices may join the device network to be delivered independent audio and three-dimensional content in a similar manner. | 01-05-2012 |
