Patent ID: 6721408
Filing Date: 2004-04-13
Classification: H04M

Abstract:
A doorbell system for recording messages from visitors comprising:an interface device positioned proximate to a doorbell which includes at least one activation switch and an apparatus for receiving audio information; an apparatus for directing audio information, remotely located from the interface device and inaccessible by a visitor, in connection with the interface device and a junction switch, which upon selection of the at least one activation switch, automatically dials a predetermined telephone number, establishes a telephonic connection with a predetermined destination, and further provides for transmission of audio information received to the destination, and upon further selection of the at least one activation switch, terminating the telephonic connection through said junction switch; and at least one interface connectable to the apparatus and positionable remote from the interface device which is configurable to provide functionality for programming operational information employable by the apparatus in directing the audio information.