POWER DISTRIBUTION IN A DOCKING STATION
    11.
    发明申请
    POWER DISTRIBUTION IN A DOCKING STATION 审中-公开
    动力分配在锁定站

    公开(公告)号:US20170045913A1

    公开(公告)日:2017-02-16

    申请号:US15227227

    申请日:2016-08-03

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Docking stations that may facilitate the sharing or transfer of power among a portable computing device, a docking station, and an accessory. One example may provide power from an accessory to a portable computing device. Switches may be used to avoid harm from inadvertent contact with voltages on exposed terminals. Another example may provide power directly from a battery on a portable computing device to an accessory. Another may limit this direct connection to a first type of accessory. Examples may limit a power connection to another type of accessory through a regulator. Another example may power one or more internal circuits either through a portable computing device or an accessory, depending on a mode of operation of the portable computing device.

    Abstract translation: 对接站可以便于在便携式计算设备,坞站和附件之间共享或传送电力。 一个示例可以提供从附件到便携式计算设备的电力。 可以使用开关来避免与外露端子上的电压无意接触的危害。 另一个示例可以直接从便携式计算设备上的电池向附件提供电力。 另一种可能会限制这种直接连接到第一类型的附件。 实例可能通过调节器限制与另一类型附件的电源连接。 另一个示例可以根据便携式计算设备的操作模式通过便携式计算设备或附件来供电一个或多个内部电路。

    DOCKING STATION WITH AUDIO OUTPUT
    15.
    发明申请
    DOCKING STATION WITH AUDIO OUTPUT 有权
    带音频输出的锁定站

    公开(公告)号:US20150070832A1

    公开(公告)日:2015-03-12

    申请号:US14022015

    申请日:2013-09-09

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: G06F1/1632 G06F1/1684 G06F3/162 H04R3/00

    Abstract: Docking stations that may interface with various types of accessories. One example may physically and electrically support a connection to a portable computing device in either one or two orientations. One or more receptacles or dedicated or tethered cables may provide connections to one or more accessories. Examples may be able to authenticate and identify themselves to portable computing devices such that the devices know how to configure data outputs provided to the docking stations. An audio channel that converts digital audio signals and provides an analog audio signal at an audio jack may be included. Multiplexing circuitry that allows reversible connectors to be used may also be included.

    Abstract translation: 对接站可能与各种类型的配件接口。 一个示例可以在一个或两个方向上以物理和电气方式支持与便携式计算设备的连接。 一个或多个插座或专用或束缚的电缆可以提供到一个或多个附件的连接。 示例可能能够对便携式计算设备进行认证和识别,使得设备知道如何配置提供给对接站的数据输出。 可以包括转换数字音频信号并在音频插孔处提供模拟音频信号的音频通道。 也可以包括允许使用可逆连接器的复用电路。

    MOMETARY BURST PROTOCOL FOR WIRELESS COMMUNICATION
    16.
    发明申请
    MOMETARY BURST PROTOCOL FOR WIRELESS COMMUNICATION 有权
    “无线通信议定书”

    公开(公告)号:US20130094420A1

    公开(公告)日:2013-04-18

    申请号:US13706245

    申请日:2012-12-05

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A method for communicating data using a “burst protocol” includes enabling power to transmitters and receivers when needed to balance power consumption with latency and unscheduled communication. A transmitter transmits a plurality of packets indicative of substantially the same payload. Power then may be disabled to the transmitter. A first predetermined time is determined to enable a receiver. A second predetermined time is determined to disable the receiver. Power then may be enabled to the receiver based on the first predetermined time. The payload is output in response to receiving one or more of the plurality of packets. Power to the receiver is disabled based on the second predetermined time.

    Abstract translation: 使用“脉冲串协议”传送数据的方法包括当需要时能够对发射机和接收机进行功率来平衡功率消耗与等待时间和非预定的通信。 发射机发送指示基本上相同有效载荷的多个分组。 发射机功率可能被禁用。 确定第一预定时间以使接收机能够使用。 确定第二预定时间以禁用接收器。 可以基于第一预定时间向接收机启用功率。 响应于接收多个分组中的一个或多个分组而输出有效载荷。 基于第二预定时间禁用对接收机的电力。

    Power distribution in a docking station
    17.
    发明授权
    Power distribution in a docking station 有权
    对接站配电

    公开(公告)号:US09411369B2

    公开(公告)日:2016-08-09

    申请号:US14032091

    申请日:2013-09-19

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Docking stations that may facilitate the sharing or transfer of power among a portable computing device, a docking station, and an accessory. One example may provide power from an accessory to a portable computing device. Switches may be used to avoid harm from inadvertent contact with voltages on exposed terminals. Another example may provide power directly from a battery on a portable computing device to an accessory. Another may limit this direct connection to a first type of accessory. Examples may limit a power connection to another type of accessory through a regulator. Another example may power one or more internal circuits either through a portable computing device or an accessory, depending on a mode of operation of the portable computing device.

    Abstract translation: 对接站可以便于在便携式计算设备,坞站和附件之间共享或传送电力。 一个示例可以提供从附件到便携式计算设备的电力。 可以使用开关来避免与外露端子上的电压无意接触的危害。 另一个示例可以直接从便携式计算设备上的电池向附件提供电力。 另一种可能会限制这种直接连接到第一类型的附件。 实例可能通过调节器限制与另一类型附件的电源连接。 另一个示例可以根据便携式计算设备的操作模式通过便携式计算设备或附件来供电一个或多个内部电路。

    PORTABLE USER DEVICE
    18.
    发明申请
    PORTABLE USER DEVICE 审中-公开
    便携式用户设备

    公开(公告)号:US20160085267A1

    公开(公告)日:2016-03-24

    申请号:US14957504

    申请日:2015-12-02

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for docking a portable user device to a docking device or adapter via a clip mechanism. A portable user device may include two clip members which rotate relative to one another about an axis. A coupling pivot may be coupled to both clip members to facilitate relative rotation, and may provide a clamping force between the clip members. One or more terminals may be located on at least one of the clip members, allowing data transfer, charging, or other functions when the portable user device is docked using the clip mechanism.

    Abstract translation: 系统和方法被提供用于通过夹子机构将便携式用户装置对接到对接装置或适配器。 便携式用户设备可以包括围绕轴线相对于彼此旋转的两个夹子构件。 联接枢轴可以联接到两个夹构件以便于相对旋转,并且可以在夹子构件之间提供夹紧力。 一个或多个终端可以位于至少一个夹子构件上,当便携式用户设备使用夹持机构对接时,允许数据传输,充电或其他功能。

    Data structures for facilitating communication between a host device and an accessory
    19.
    发明授权
    Data structures for facilitating communication between a host device and an accessory 有权
    用于促进主机设备和附件之间的通信的数据结构

    公开(公告)号:US09223742B2

    公开(公告)日:2015-12-29

    申请号:US13679999

    申请日:2012-11-16

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: Computer readable storage mediums, electronic devices, and accessories having stored thereon data structures. A data structure includes a pin selection field operable to identify a connector pin and cause a host device to select one of a plurality of communication protocols for communicating with an accessory over the identified connector pin. The data structure also includes an accessory capability field defining an accessory identifier that uniquely identifies the accessory.

    Abstract translation: 计算机可读存储介质,电子设备和其上存储有数据结构的附件。 数据结构包括可选择的引脚选择字段,用于识别连接器引脚,并使主机设备选择多个通信协议中的一个,用于通过所识别的连接器引脚与附件通信。 数据结构还包括一个附件能力领域,其定义唯一地标识附件的附件标识符。

    Momentary burst protocol for wireless communication
    20.
    发明授权
    Momentary burst protocol for wireless communication 有权
    用于无线通信的瞬时脉冲串协议

    公开(公告)号:US08965312B2

    公开(公告)日:2015-02-24

    申请号:US13706245

    申请日:2012-12-05

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A method for communicating data using a “burst protocol” includes enabling power to transmitters and receivers when needed to balance power consumption with latency and unscheduled communication. A transmitter transmits a plurality of packets indicative of substantially the same payload. Power then may be disabled to the transmitter. A first predetermined time is determined to enable a receiver. A second predetermined time is determined to disable the receiver. Power then may be enabled to the receiver based on the first predetermined time. The payload is output in response to receiving one or more of the plurality of packets. Power to the receiver is disabled based on the second predetermined time.

    Abstract translation: 使用“脉冲串协议”传送数据的方法包括当需要时能够对发射机和接收机进行功率来平衡功率消耗与等待时间和非预定的通信。 发射机发送指示基本上相同有效载荷的多个分组。 发射机功率可能被禁用。 确定第一预定时间以使接收机能够使用。 确定第二预定时间以禁用接收器。 可以基于第一预定时间向接收机启用功率。 响应于接收多个分组中的一个或多个分组而输出有效载荷。 基于第二预定时间禁用对接收机的电力。

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