A receiver for use in a remote keyless entry system and for receiving public broadcasts.

摘要

A remote keyless entry vehicle receiver includes a memory (100,102) that stores a security code (A,B) for uniquely identifying a transmitter that is authorized entry into the vehicle. The memory (104) also stores a broadcast code (BC) that identifies a broadcast message intended for general use by a group of vehicles, each being equipped with a similar receiver. A signal is received which includes at least a coded portion. The received coded portion is compared with each of the codes that are stored in memory. Vehicle entry is permitted when the received signal includes a coded portion that matches the stored security code (A,B). The driver is alerted and/or provided with a message when the received signal includes a coded portion that matches the stored broadcast code (BC). <IMAGE>