Merchandise security system including retractable alarming power cord
AssigneeInVue Security Products Inc.
InventorChristopher J. Fawcett
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Abstract
A merchandise security system for an electronic item of merchandise is provided. In one example, the merchandise security system includes a continuous alarming power cord comprising at least one electrical conductor. The alarming power cord has a first end adapted to be electrically connected to the electronic item of merchandise and a second end. The merchandise security system also includes a reel for receiving the second end of the alarming power cord and adapted for storing at least a portion of the alarming power cord thereon. In addition, the merchandise security system includes monitoring circuitry in electrical communication with the alarming power cord and configured to detect an interruption in an electrical signal provided to the alarming power cord.
Claims25
A merchandise security system for an electronic item of merchandise comprising:
- a cord configured to be connected to the electronic item of merchandise;
- a reel configured to store at least a portion of the cord thereon, the reel comprising at least one electrical coupling;
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- a housing defining an interior for receiving the reel therein, the housing comprising at least one electrical coupling configured to engage with and electrically connect to the at least one electrical coupling of the reel when the reel is received within the housing.
A method for securing an electronic item of merchandise from theft, the method comprising:
- connecting a cord to the electronic item of merchandise, wherein the cord is connected to a reel for storing at least a portion of the cord thereon;
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- inserting a reel within a housing such that at least one electrical coupling of the housing engages with and electrically connects to at least one electrical coupling of the reel.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.