Antennas are used in connection with transmitters and receivers for radiating electromagnetic waves into or receiving electromagnetic waves from space. Antennas are typically directional which requires specific mounting criteria in order to receive maximum energy from a signal. For example, television antennas are usually unable to receive maximum high-energy reception for all channel broadcast station signals, and such antennas must be rotated and specifically tuned for each broadcast station. Broadcast station signals may include, for example, UHF and VHF channels and FM signals.

A need has thus arisen for an antenna having a low profile, low-noise and which provides reception for multiple broadcast signals at maximum energy levels without the need for specific tuning.

The United States Patent Office has recorded a vast number of patent assignments relating to antenna designs. It is advanced antenna designs that complete the wireless application, offering the utmost quality to end-users worldwide. Dockery's patent pending "Spilateral" antenna technology fits well with most wireless applications and works well at most any frequencies.

The new ÓSpilateralÓ technology is the only of its kind in the marketplace today, that is, one which employs a spiral-lateral design for sending or receiving analog and/or digital signals from any direction, at any angle.  "There are a number of transmitting and receiving antennas on the market. However, there is not an antenna on the market today that automatically tunes no matter what angle the antenna is positioned," says Dockery.

Spilateral is derived from the words "spiral-lateral", which has a lexicographer's definition meaning "to have the ability of detecting even the weakest analog or digital signals, while converting those signals into high-energy broadcast and receiving methods for optimum reception." Spilateral technology utilizes passive, inductive gain for optimizing broadcast or receiving signals, using its own unique internal/floating ground design, to allow for greater performance and increased signal strengths. "As the FCC allocates frequencies for new broadcasting and receiving products, the most overlooked component not considered during manufacturing seems to always be the antenna's design. Most electronics manufacturers choose great designs in their circuit layouts, but do not seem to understand that the most important part of a wireless broadcast or receiving product is the antenna design," adds Dockery.

Spilateral technology is compatible with most frequencies due to its inductive, spiral-lateral waveguide tuning, which provides for an electromagnetic energy core, to collectively and passively amplify audio and/or video signals without being frequency dependent.

Another important factor in optimizing wireless broadcast is "Spilateral's" ability to provide an internal looping-ground design, eliminating the need to depend on external grounds. Have you ever used a cordless phone and the quality of the signal varies depending on where it is being used? The reason is that the signal being transmitted or received is dependent on an external ground source not associated with the antenna, which may also not be compatible with the signal. Many consumers worldwide experience the inconsistencies of television antennas, suffering from EGD (external ground dependency). Television antennas may work in one home and a nearby neighbor could purchase the same antenna and it not work. However, neither home shares the same grounding system, allowing non-comparible results. Dockery feels that it will gain a huge technological advantage in the wireless industry with its new "spilateral" technology. Spilateral technology has proven to enhance many wireless applications throughout the wireless spectrum.

New product innovations at CES '2001 included "XiumAIR", the world's first dish-type, all-directional antenna for VHF/UHF television reception. This long-range antenna can operate up to 100 miles and includes its own internal looping-ground system for greater reception and signal gains. The "XiumAIR" exclusive parabolic reflector allows extended ranges that no other antenna can obtain.

Another scientific study proves that many of todays cell phone do not have the ability to eliminate those "dead spots" from the 'hard-to-receive' signal areas. Especially, while consumers are driving down the road in desolate areas.  Spilateral technology applied to cellular phones will allow better stability, eliminating the stray signal patterns found in most cellular phones. The new cellular phones will be called "XCELL" and will be available this fall, before the holiday season.

The original wireless speaker for stereos has never given consumers the versatility or quality expected, without being able to eliminate static and frequency drifting, which usually exist from lack of proper antenna tuning. However, the problems of stray signal patterns has become a common problem. Spilateral technology's 360 degree tuning allows better transmission of signals at even greater ranges.  "Not only do we enhance the sound qualities", says Dockery..."but we are able increase the ranges by more than 30%, and without losing the important surround sound qualities as in other technologies."

Spilateral "Xphones" was the most demanding and interesting product demonstrated at CES '2001. "A huge problem with todays cordless phones is range and electrostatic interference within homes.  While walking from room to room, static always seems to disrupt the communications. The field testing for "Xphones" has proven to us that Spilateral definitely stabilizes these signals for clearer reception at tremendous ranges,"  adds Dockery.  "What once was a couple of hundred feet has turned into 1000 plus feet, and the main factor comes down to the antenna and how it conditions and passively amplifies the transmission."  

Wireless video transmitting systems has also been around for several years. However, the main problem with these systems has always been inadequate tuning and interference with other appliances.  'Stray signal patterns' has been a big problem. Signals are said to 'stray' when proper grounding can not be achieved during a transmission. Spilateral's 'looping-ground' eliminates improper grounding, to allow a better and more stable results. "A most common problem has been improper antenna tuning. When a signal is looking for an adequate ground, consumers have experienced that by just moving across the room, they can tune the signal in and out. This is due to inadequate antenna grounding." Spilateral technology eliminates these 'stray signal patterns' or antenna grounding issues experienced with other such products.

Wireless computer printing and networking has been set back due to the lack of stability necessary in transmitting and receiving data signals. Various external interferences within offices has been a major issue in completing wireless applications for computer related products. Spilateral technology allows immediate entry into this very demanding marketplace, enabling the stability necessary for completing many networking solutions for everyday use.

"Spilateral" Technology is destined to become a standard in the wireless industry.  From cellular to remote-control toys ....audio or video ....wireless security and surveillance ....TV or satellite ....computer hardware or accessories ....or any other wireless application, "Spilateral" technology is an ideal candidate for strong licensing possibilities with companies worldwide.

There are a number of wireless applications that also fit well for 'Spilateral' technology.  Beginning negotiations for licenses and product applications include Intel, Motorola, DirectTV, Radio

Shack, NCR, Mattel, XM Satellite Radio, Echostar, America Online, just to name a few. Numerous national electronic chain stores also expressed needs for displaying and selling "Spilateral" related products.  Dockery's "Spilateral" innovation also peaked interest amongst over 200 satellite installers for improving local broadcast reception with satellite owners. Two national cellular phone manufacturers attempted to negotiate "spilateral" cellular phones, and to obtain rights to this exclusive technology, due to the "dead spot" issues with current cellular telephones nationwide.

Dockery has made many contributions into the electronics industry since the beginning of 1981.  Other past innovations include picture-in-picture for television; DC/AC Power Inverters for supplying 120 volts of AC power in automobiles; Digital Answering Machine; original Caller ID for telephone; Phone/Fax Switch for enabling a single line phone to be used for both phone and fax; Antenna Eliminator TV Antenna; wireless "Child Guard" monitoring device for protecting children from drowning in household pools or kidnappings;  IntruDefense personal security products; Spectrum Antenna Tuner and Gain Booster for tuning VHF/UHF TV signals;  Cable Plus - an automatic Antenna/Cable/Satellite Switch;

With over 19 years of experience in consumer electronics distribution and retail, Dockery has developed a blanketed marketing arm for distributing its products nationwide, from small distributors to national chains and department stores.

Comtrad Industries and Novus Marketing serve as Dockery's national print media, covering over 1200 magazines and 2400 local market newspapers across United States, Canada and Mexico. "Print media advertising is probably the most important aspect of branding any new product for retail. Consumers are able to educate themselves better by reading or seeing a product in print or on TV. This method of branding is important if you want to insure a successful retail." says Dockery.

A fully equipped distribution center will soon be established for servicing the east and west coast for 25 main-line 'spilateral' products. The distribution center will be capable of servicing at least 25,000 distribution and retail outlets. A location has not been determined, but must also be capable of handling customer service from this same facility. Engineering and certification testing will be moved to Round Rock, Texas outside of Austin.

Distribution for our international customers will continue to be handled from one of our contracted manufacturing sights in Tainan, Taiwan.

Dockery's manufacturing capabilities extend from 1981, producing state-of-the-art audio/video equipment for end-users worldwide. Having manufacturing contracts in Malaysia, Taiwan and mainland China, Dockery will continue as a leading supplier for innovative technologies throughout the world.

Dockery's national reps cover all 48 states and some parts of Canada. Total distribution of 'spilateral' products is projected to exceed over 4,500,000 pieces within the next four years.  Spilateral products will continue for at least the life of Dockery's patent, which is 17 years. Projected sales are said to exceed $25,000,000 within the next 24 months. "Since prototypes of the first 10 'spilateral' products are currently completed, manufacturing will commence within this first and into the second quarter of this year.  Dockery is currently negotiating with local interest for assistance in the manufacturing of 'spilateral' products.

From Dockery's unique qualities for providing a missing link to wireless applications worldwide, the opportunities for becoming a strong public entity will soon follow.