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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Sep. 24, 2013
Filed:
Aug. 10, 2007
Ami Hazani, Ra'anana, IL;
Shlomo Butbul, Ra'anana, IL;
Rafael Gil Koby, Hod-Hasharon, IL;
Yehuda Binder, Hod Hasharon, IL;
Ami Hazani, Ra'anana, IL;
Shlomo Butbul, Ra'anana, IL;
Rafael Gil Koby, Hod-Hasharon, IL;
Yehuda Binder, Hod Hasharon, IL;
Mosaid Technologies Incorporated, Ottawa, Ontario, CA;
Abstract
A method and an apparatus for upgrading an existing service outlet (e.g. LAN, telephone, power or CATV outlet) in a house by adding functionality thereto. The functionality is added by an add-on module, connected electrically and secured mechanically to the existing outlet. Several attachment devices are exampled, including surface attachment, side clamping, snap locking, strap securing and fastening screws. The add-on module may include a service connector for retaining the basic existing outlet function. The module may be attached in a permanent way or by using a detachable solution.