Patent ID: 6246868
Filing Date: 2001-06-12
Classification: H04B

Abstract:
A system for the conversion and distribution of wireless telephone signals comprising:(A) an external conversion module, adapted to receive RF signals, convert (TN) said received RF signals for power line communications, interface with a power line, receive communication signals from the power line, convert said received communication signals for RF (over-the-air) communications and transmits such RF signals, said external conversion module further comprising: an RF receiver, receiving RF signals, wherein said RF signals include personal communication system signals, cellular telephone signals and satellite signals; anda power line base unit, providing an interface between said RF receiver and an AC power line communication channel, electrically connected to said RF receiver;(B) an AC power line electrically connected to said power line base unit;(C) a power line extension unit, for receiving signals transmitted by said power line transmitter, electrically connected to said AC power line; and(D) a telephone communication device electrically connected to said power line extension unit for use by a telephone user in communicating information with another telephone user.