Patent ID: 6119022
Filing Date: 2000-09-12
Classification: G08B,H04M

Abstract:
An incoming call alert system for use with a portable communication device, comprising:(a) an accessory unit physically separate from said portable communication device for providing an alerting signal;(b) a wireless link between said portable communication device and said accessory unit; and(c) circuitry electrically connected to operating circuitry of said portable communication device, said circuitry further comprising:(1) an interface for maintaining and terminating the electrical connection between said circuitry and said operating circuitry of said portable communication device;(2) a transceiver for transmitting messages exclusively to and receiving messages exclusively from said accessory unit over said wireless link;(3) control logic for monitoring receipt of an incoming call by said portable communication device and activating said transceiver to send a message in response thereto, said message causing said accessory unit to activate said alerting signal; and(4) a voice response unit for playing a pre-recorded message upon activation by a message from said accessory unit.