WO2016187268A1 - Système de sécurité pour marchandise chargée de manière dynamique - Google Patents

Système de sécurité pour marchandise chargée de manière dynamique Download PDF

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WO2016187268A1
WO2016187268A1 PCT/US2016/033017 US2016033017W WO2016187268A1 WO 2016187268 A1 WO2016187268 A1 WO 2016187268A1 US 2016033017 W US2016033017 W US 2016033017W WO 2016187268 A1 WO2016187268 A1 WO 2016187268A1
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Woods Gebbia
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G08—SIGNALLING
    • G08B—SIGNALLING SYSTEMS, e.g. PERSONAL CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B13/00—Burglar, theft or intruder alarms
    • G08B13/02—Mechanical actuation
    • G08B13/14—Mechanical actuation by lifting or attempted removal of hand-portable articles
    • G08B13/1445—Mechanical actuation by lifting or attempted removal of hand-portable articles with detection of interference with a cable tethering an article, e.g. alarm activated by detecting detachment of article, breaking or stretching of cable
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G08—SIGNALLING
    • G08B—SIGNALLING SYSTEMS, e.g. PERSONAL CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B13/00—Burglar, theft or intruder alarms
    • G08B13/02—Mechanical actuation
    • G08B13/14—Mechanical actuation by lifting or attempted removal of hand-portable articles
    • G08B13/149—Mechanical actuation by lifting or attempted removal of hand-portable articles with electric, magnetic, capacitive switch actuation

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  • Embodiments of the present invention relate generally to security systems for protecting items of merchandise, such as consumer electronics products.
  • demonstration models of relatively expensive consumer electronics products such as handheld devices, tablets, and laptop computers
  • a working demonstration model increases the possibility that the demonstration model will be stolen or removed from the display area by an unauthorized person.
  • demonstration models of consumer electronics products are typically protected by a security system that permits a potential purchaser to examine and operate the product, while reducing the likelihood that the demonstration model will be stolen or removed from the display area.
  • the security system displays an item of merchandise so that a potential purchaser can readily view and, in some instances, operate the item when making a decision whether to purchase the item.
  • the item of merchandise is usually physically secured on the security system so as to prevent, or at least deter, theft of the item.
  • the merchandise display security system may also include an alarm that is activated to alert store personnel in the event that a shoplifter attempts to separate the item of merchandise from the security system.
  • a security system includes a sensor configured to be electrically connected to the item of merchandise and a base configured to removably support the sensor and the item of merchandise thereon.
  • the security system also includes a cable electrically connected to the sensor and the base, wherein the cable includes at least one conductor for defining a sense loop and providing power to the sensor and the item of merchandise.
  • the security system further includes at least one bulk capacitor at the sensor for providing voltage to the item of merchandise.
  • a security system in another embodiment, includes an adapter cable for electrically connecting to an input port in the item of merchandise and a voltage regulator.
  • the security system also includes a cable in electrical communication with the adapter cable and the voltage regulator, wherein the cable includes at least one conductor for defining a sense loop and providing power to the item of merchandise.
  • the security system further includes at least one bulk capacitor electrically connected to the adapter cable for providing voltage to the item of merchandise.
  • a method includes adjusting voltage provided to a cable.
  • the cable is in electrical communication with an adapter cable electrically connected to the item of merchandise, and the cable includes at least one conductor for defining a sense loop and providing power to the item of merchandise.
  • the method also includes providing voltage to the item of merchandise with at least one bulk capacitor electrically connected to the adapter cable.
  • FIGS. 1-3 illustrate perspective views of a security system according to one embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 4 is a schematic of a sense circuit and a power circuit according to one embodiment of the present invention.
  • the item of merchandise may be any item, including any number of consumer electronics products (e.g. hand-held device, cellular phone, smart phone, tablet, laptop computer, etc.).
  • the security systems described herein are operable for securing the item of merchandise against theft or authorized removal, while at the same time permitting a potential purchaser to closely examine and operate the item of merchandise in a display area.
  • the security system permits a potential purchaser to examine and test the item of merchandise, while reducing the likelihood that the item of merchandise will be stolen or removed from the display area by an unauthorized person.
  • a security system is configured to secure and power both a headset and a mobile device in communication with the headset (e.g., a mobile device may dock with a virtual reality headset so as to be in electrical communication with one another).
  • the security system 10 generally comprises a sensor 12 configured to be secured to an item of merchandise 14.
  • the sensor 12 may be electrically connected to an adapter cable 17 having a connector that is configured to electrically connect to an input jack of the item of merchandise (e.g., a micro-USB connector).
  • the security system 10 may also include a base 18 that is configured to removably support the sensor 12 and the item of merchandise thereon.
  • the security system 10 also includes a cable 20 that is coupled to the sensor 12 at one end and operably engaged with the base 18 at an opposite end.
  • a sense loop or circuit may be used to detect various security events associated with the cable 20 and adapter cable 17, such as either cable being cut, shorted, and/or disconnected.
  • the sensor 12 may detect security events associated with the sensor and/or the item of merchandise, such as the item of merchandise being removed from the sensor.
  • the sensor 12 may be secured to the item of merchandise using any desired technique, such as an adhesive and/or mechanical brackets.
  • the sensor 12 may have a variety of shapes and sizes for being secured to the item of merchandise.
  • the sensor 12 may include a secondary sensor 22 that is configured to be secured to the item of merchandise.
  • the secondary sensor 22 may be electrically connected to the sensor 12 at one end and my include a pressure or plunger switch at an opposite end.
  • the secondary sensor 22 may be used to secure a mobile device, while the sensor 12 and/or adapter cable 17 secures a headset.
  • the adapter cable 17 may include a connector configured to be removably inserted into the input jack of the item of merchandise (e.g., a headset).
  • the senor 12 and the item of merchandise may be electrically connected via the adapter cable 17.
  • the sensor 12 may include a printed circuit board (PCB), circuitry, or the like.
  • the sensor 12 may be configured to facilitate power transfer between the cable 20 and the item of merchandise, as well as detect various security events.
  • the sensor 12 may include only the adapter cable 17 such that the adapter cable 17 is attached directly to the cable 20.
  • the base 18 may be configured to be supported by a fixed support or display surface, such as a counter, shelf, fixture, or the like.
  • the base 18 may be secured to the support surface using any desired technique such as an adhesive, brackets, and/or fasteners.
  • the base 18 may include complementary geometry for mating with the sensor 12 and/or may include one or more magnets or magnetic material, and the sensor 12 may include or more magnets or magnetic material for releasably holding the sensor on the base.
  • the mating geometry and/or magnets may aid in aligning the item of merchandise in a desired display orientation.
  • the base 18 includes alarming circuitry for generating a security signal (e.g., an audible and/or a visible signal) in response to a security event.
  • the base 18 may be connected to a remote alarm unit via a cable 24 and communicate with the alarm unit in response to security events.
  • the cable 20 may include one or more electrical conductors extending along the length of the cable.
  • the cable 20 may include a pair of conductors for defining a sense loop or circuit and conducting an electrical signal.
  • the cable 20 is configured to transfer power to the sensor 12 and the item of merchandise.
  • the base 18 may be electrically connected to a power source which is configured to provide power to the base and the cable 20. Therefore, the item of merchandise may be powered by power transferred thereto and may be used to charge a battery associated with the item of merchandise.
  • the cable 20 is hardwired to the base 18, although the cable may be connected with a releasable connector if desired.
  • the adapter cable 17, secondary sensor 22, and/or cable 24 may be hardwired to the sensor 12 or include suitable releasable connectors.
  • the cable 20 may be any suitable cord, tether, or the like.
  • the cable 20 may include one or more electrical conductors for transmitting electrical, security, and/or communication signals.
  • the cable 20 may be a single strand, multi- strand, or braided.
  • the cable 20 may be flexible to facilitate extension and retraction relative to the base 18, and in some embodiments, may be formed of a cut-resistant material.
  • the cable 20 may have various cross sections, such as round or flat.
  • the cable 20 could be a straight or coiled cable that is coupled to the sensor 12 at one end and electrically connected to the base 18 at an opposite end.
  • Some items of merchandise may require or otherwise operate using dynamic power loads (e.g., a virtual reality headset). This may present issues when attempting to power the item of merchandise while also using the item of merchandise for its intended purpose. For instance, the item of merchandise may provide an error message due to under voltage being provided, which in turn ceases power from being provided to the item of merchandise. Thus, the item of merchandise may lose its charge as well as present inconvenience to the user. Additional issues are presented when voltage drops along the length of a cable providing power to the item of merchandise. Voltage compensation can be provided, but providing compensation at the wrong location may potentially cause damage to the item of merchandise or error messages.
  • dynamic power loads e.g., a virtual reality headset
  • a power source may provide power through cable 24 to the base 18.
  • Cable 24 may generally be a larger gauge cable with lower resistance to minimize voltage loss between the power source and the base 18.
  • the base 18 may provide a location for voltage compensation.
  • the voltage provided to the base 18 may be monitored and regulated at the base by an upstream control or alarm unit 34 and make any adjustments prior to transferring the voltage through the cable 20.
  • the control or alarm unit 34 may include a voltage regulator for performing such voltage compensation. In other cases, the voltage regulator may be in the sensor 12.
  • Cable 20 may be a smaller gauge cable than cable 24 and therefore higher resistance than cable 24. Cable 20 is typically a smaller gauge cable to provide flexibility for enhancing the user's experience with the item of merchandise.
  • the adapter cable 17 is shorter than cable 20 and thus has lower resistance than cables 20, 24.
  • the sensor 12 includes one or more bulk capacitors 30.
  • the bulk capacitor 30 may be located in the body of the sensor 12 or the adapter cable 17.
  • the bulk capacitor 30 may be located away or remotely from the location of the voltage compensation or voltage regulator.
  • the bulk capacitor 30 is not a voltage regulator and the bulk capacitor and voltage regulator are independent of one another.
  • a plurality of bulk capacitors 30 are provided.
  • the bulk capacitor 30 may be placed in series with one or more conductors 32 providing power to the sensor 12.
  • the same or additional conductors 36 may be used for defining one or more sense loops in the cable 20, secondary sensor 22 and/or the adapter cable 17. If more than one bulk capacitor 30 is employed, the bulk capacitors may be placed in parallel with one another.
  • a bulk capacitor 30 may be any capacitor with a capacitance of at least about 10 microfarads, at least about 22 microfarads, at least about 33 microfarads, at least about 47 microfarads, at least about 100 microfarads, at least about 220 microfarads, at least about 330 microfarads, at least about 470 microfarads, or at least about 1000 microfarads.
  • the bulk capacitor(s) 30 may have (individually or collectively) a capacitance of at least about 2 millifarads.
  • the bulk capacitor 30 may be charged by power provided from the cable 20 to the sensor 12, as well as discharge power to the item of merchandise.
  • the item of merchandise may pull power from the bulk capacitor 30 as necessary so that no drops in voltage occur.
  • the bulk capacitor 30 may be configured to provide power to the item of merchandise dynamically as the power requirements of the item of merchandise change during use.
  • the bulk capacitor 30 may limit under voltage being provided to the item of merchandise and resulting error messages or loss in power of the item of merchandise.
  • the bulk capacitor may limit over voltage being provided to the item of merchandise so that the likelihood of damaging the item of merchandise is reduced.
  • any voltage regulator may be located remotely from the product thereby reducing the size of the sensor and limiting heat exposure to a user.

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Les modes de réalisation de la présente invention concernent des systèmes de sécurité permettant de sécuriser une marchandise contre le vol ou le retrait non autorisé. Le système de sécurité peut par exemple comprendre : un capteur conçu pour être raccordé électriquement à la marchandise; une base conçue pour supporter de manière amovible le capteur et la marchandise; un câble raccordé électriquement au capteur et à la base, le câble comprenant au moins un conducteur conçu pour définir une boucle de détection et pour alimenter en courant le capteur et la marchandise; et au moins un condensateur de masse situé au niveau du capteur et conçu pour délivrer une tension à la marchandise.
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