Patent ID: 7999656
Filing Date: 2011-08-16
Classification: G07C,Y10T

Abstract:
1. An electronic lock box system, comprising: an electronic lock box apparatus having a control circuit, a first memory circuit, an identifier sensing device, a secure compartment with an access element, a shackle for attachment to a fixed object, and a keypad for use by a user to enter authentication data for operating said access element of the secure compartment, wherein said control circuit is configured to exchange data signals with said identifier sensing device; and a security apparatus having an identification member with a second memory circuit, and an attachment member with a key initially attached thereto; wherein: (a) said identifier sensing device detects a presence of the identification member of said security apparatus, if said security apparatus is positioned within said secure compartment; (b) said identifier sensing device detects an absence of the identification member of said security apparatus, if said security apparatus is not positioned within said secure compartment; and (c) said control circuit is configured: