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AssigneeWILLIAM J. Rintz
InventorsWilliam J. Rintz, Allen Wendell Moore, Christopher Ernst Bielenberg, Russell Turner, Jesse Berkley Tucker
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A combination light switch cover/communicator device that can serve as both an easy-to retrofit single- or dual-gang light switch cover and an emergency safety device. The cover communicator can be designed to install in similar process to a conventional light switch cover, while also preferably containing a remote monitor and lockdown switch, which can also provide for emergency activated video monitoring availability. A preferably provided lockdown button can be used to minimize the time it takes to contact first responders or to lock down a building. Where provided, live video of an emergency/event can be recorded and preferably upon activation can be provided or remotely forwarded to provide police and other first responders with current information concerning the emergency/event. The communicator portion provides for monitoring and can digitally transmit critical information to others who may be remotely located and can also provide critical information to individuals involved with the event through audio, hi-resolution LCD screen and/or multi-character text display. The communicator also can provide location information in real-time, to help first responders to arrive faster to the event.
A combination outlet or light switch cover and communication system adapted for securement to an existing electrical box in place of a conventional light switch or outlet cover, comprising,
The combination outlet or light switch cover and communication system of 1 further comprising a removable or movable activation switch cover externally secured to the body member to help reduce inadvertent or accidental activation of the button or lever.
A combination outlet or light switch cover and communication system adapted for securement to an existing electrical box in place of a conventional light switch or outlet cover, comprising,
The combination outlet or light switch cover and communication system of 1 wherein the system microcontroller configured to automatically send digital information concerning a location of the communication system to one or more first responders or emergency centers or agencies upon activation of the button or lever by the user for an emergency event.
The combination outlet or light switch cover and communication system of 8 further comprising a removable or movable activation switch cover externally secured to the body member to help reduce inadvertent or accidental activation of the button or lever.
The combination outlet or light switch cover and communication system of 8 wherein the system microcontroller configured to automatically send digital information concerning a location of the communication system to one or more first responders or emergency centers or agencies upon activation of the button or lever by the user for an emergency event.
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