Patent ID: 6778817
Filing Date: 2004-08-17
Classification: H04M

Abstract:
A system for the communication of signals and data, comprising:(A) a base unit connected to an external telephone service, wherein said base unit is connected to an AC power line for communications; (B) an extension unit connected to a users extension telephone equipment; (C) a communication link connecting said base unit to said extension unit, wherein said communication link uses both power line carrier and RF channels; (D) a signal booster electrically connected to said AC power line for communication with said base unit, wherein said signal booster further comprises a power supply adapted for direct connection with an AC power line for communication of telephone data from said base unit; a transceiver electrically connected to said power supply; a signal converter connected to said transceiver; and an RF transmitter/receiver in communication with said signal converter; (E) an RF antenna in electronic communication with said signal booster for transmitting and receiving an RF signal through the air; and (F) an extension antenna electrically coupled to said extension unit for transmitting and receiving said RF signal through the air.