SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENFORCING WIRELESS REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

摘要

This disclosure relates to systems and methods for verifying that a device is using its Wi-Fi circuitry in compliance with the regulations governing the location in which the device is located. Embodiments discussed herein can verify the location using location verification tools that evaluate locally ascertainable factors that contribute to a probability determination of the device's location. Locally ascertainable factors include information that be gleaned from the surroundings of the device. The surroundings or environment in which the device resides may provide clues as to whether the device is located in a particular regulatory domain.

主权项

1. A method for enforcing wireless regulatory compliance for a wirelessly enabled thermostat, the method comprising:
receiving a user designated selection of a location of the thermostat; initially configuring the thermostat to operate according to a first set of wireless communication channels based on the user designated location; verifying the user designated location by analyzing at least one line power characteristic; if the user designated location is verified, enabling the thermostat to operate according to the first set; and if the user designated location is not verified, re-configuring the thermostat to operate according to a second set of wireless communication channels.