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Vista, CA, United States of America

Directed Electronics Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 33

% Expired Patents = 3.0


Trademarks = 19

Forward Citations = 1,186

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20 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Jerry W Birchfield (11 out of 18 patents)

silverMedal Nguyen To (10 out of 10 patents)

bronzeMedal Darrell E Issa (7 out of 35 patents)

4.  Mark Edward Rutledge (4 out of 11 patents)

5.  Jonathan T Kemper (4 out of 4 patents)

6.  Bounthavy K Manivone (3 out of 3 patents)

7.  Charles Chen (2 out of 12 patents)

8.  Chau-Ho Chen (2 out of 2 patents)

9.  Charlie Quong (2 out of 2 patents)

10.  Tyson James Mackjust (1 out of 4 patents)

11.  Sylvain Trudel (1 out of 1 patent)

12.  Jean-Paul Raymond (1 out of 1 patent)

13.  Charles Petit (1 out of 1 patent)

14.  Yves Pratte (1 out of 1 patent)

15.  John T Welch (1 out of 2 patents)


Core Competencies:
Vehicle Security
Remote Start
Anti-Theft
Wireless Programming
Transmitter
Peltier Control
Collision Warning
Alarm Sensor
Integration Module
Entertainment Display
Handheld Transceiver
Code Hopping

33 patents:

1. 7786848 - Vehicle security systems (2010-08-31),
2. 7248150 - Menu-driven remote control transmitter (2007-07-24),
3. 7119503 - Temperature-to-color converter and conversion method (2006-10-10),
4. 7095314 - Event reporting system with conversion of light indications into voiced signals (2006-08-22),
5. 7082772 - Peltier temperature control system for electronic components (2006-08-01),
6. 6982631 - Automotive security system with self-biasing bypass immobilizer (2006-01-03),
7. 6956337 - Temperature-to-color converter and conversion method (2005-10-18),
8. D507781 - Handheld transmitter (2005-07-26),
9. 6828901 - Remote start, passive anti theft security system (2004-12-07),
10. D497714 - Remote control transmitter holster (2004-11-03),
11. D496913 - Handheld transmitter (2004-10-06),
12. D496912 - Handheld transmitter (2004-10-06),
13. D496911 - Handheld transmitter (2004-10-06),
14. D496002 - Handheld transceiver with LCD display (2004-09-15),
15. D496001 - Handheld transmitter (2004-09-15),
Company Overview
Directed Electronics Inc., based in Vista, California, specializes in advanced automotive security and remote start systems. The company is recognized for its innovative solutions that enhance vehicle safety and convenience, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver reliable products. With a focus on user-friendly interfaces and robust performance, Directed Electronics serves a diverse market, contributing to the evolution of automotive technology and consumer electronics. Its commitment to research and development ensures a continuous pipeline of innovative offerings.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

Directed Electronics Inc. USPTO Patent Assignee Logo
33 Patents

#10 in Vista, CA

#2,463 in California

#10,312 in US

#20,172 in the World

Vista, CA (US)
Vista, CA, United States of America

Directed Electronics Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,186

20 inventors:

goldMedal Jerry W Birchfield (11 out of 18 patents)

silverMedal Nguyen To (10 out of 10 patents)

bronzeMedal Darrell E Issa (7 out of 35 patents)

4.  Mark Edward Rutledge (4 out of 11 patents)

5.  Jonathan T Kemper (4 out of 4 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Directed Electronics Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/directed-electronics

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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