Abstract: A cap for listening to an audio device such as an MP3 player or iPod has a pocket in the back with a spring-loaded double-ended retractor for pulling a stereo jack to the front of the cap for connecting to an audio device, adjusting it and returning the retractor along with the audio device to the pocket. The stereo jack is connected to ear buds via wires leading from a T-shaped anchoring junction secured in the bottom of the pocket. The ear buds hang from opposite sides of the cap and are placed in bud pockets on the cap when not in use.

Abstract: An ear warming article that can be comprised of a C-shaped resilient band, an outer sleeve and a speaker or other electronic device is described. The outer sleeve is dimensioned to contain the resilient band, and includes two insulating, ear-receiving portions as well as a first opening through which the resilient band can be inserted or removed to yield an assembled or disassembled article, respectively. In a preferred embodiment, the article includes an electronic device having one or more speakers located at the ends of the resilient band; additional openings in the outer sleeve may exist for any control functionality associated with the electronic device(s). The outer sleeve can be comprised of a washable fabric material, particularly suitable as a means for interchangeable advertising (team logo, branding, etc.). In other embodiments, the ear warming article includes additional advertising and/or securing features.

Abstract: A wireless headset system includes a headset and a programming device. The programming device can be in the headset or in a base that is connectable to the headset. The headset has programmable device and a transceiver. The base has a programming device. The programming device programs the programmable device in the headset to control the transceiver to communicate directly with any cordless telephone base station, allowing hands free use of the telephone.

Abstract: A cross key is mounted on a headphone. When a support arm and a connection section are pivoted 180 degrees from the (a)-state to change the position of wearing the headphone between left and right, a head-mounted display is set for use by the right eye, and this turns the cross key upside down. Correspondingly, a function allocated to the upper key is allocated to the lower key and a function allocated to the lower key is allocated to the upper key to obtain the (b)-state. In the (b)-state, the functions are changed such that the function allocated to the upper key is allocated to the upper key and the function allocated to the lower key is allocated to the lower key. A cross key does not require any change in key functions and left as is.

Abstract: A combination headwear having ear-covering sections and a headphone assembly having a speaker for each ear attached to a curved band that conforms to the top portion of a human head, and an integrated antenna module configured to receive satellite digital audio radio signals. The headwear includes openings sized for the speakers such that the speakers can be inserted between the ear-covering sections and the ear canals of the wearer of the headwear. In this way, the antenna is external to the headwear and the ear-covering sections cover the user's ears and the headphone assembly's speakers.

Abstract: According to the invention, a helmet with a defogging visor is disclosed. The helmet may include a shell, a visor, a defogging element, and a power source. The shell may define at least a first opening. The visor may be coupled with the shell and may be at least partially disposed over the first opening. The defogging element may be configured to defog the visor. The power source may be directly coupled with the shell and may be operably coupled with the defogging element.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a headwear with a detachable receiving part for a portable audio device, and more particularly, to a headwear with a detachable receiving part for a portable audio device which is capable of receiving a portable audio device and an earphone to facilitate listening to music as well as detaching the receiving part and putting it on user's arm to use it. The headwear with receiving part for portable audio device according to the present invention includes a crown part which is a body of the headwear; a visor part attached to lower front part of the crown part; and a receiving band attached to rear and side peripheral portions of the crown part, wherein the receiving band is provided with an adjustment band and a portable audio device receiving part.

Abstract: A slidable Bluetooth earphone includes a main body having a first body with an accommodating space in which a sound transmission device is mounted, a pair of positioning pieces being oppositely protruded from both lengthwise sides of the first body, a second body being formed at a front end of the first body, a resilient arm being formed at each of opposite sides of the second body in a manner to extend backward to the positioning piece, a flange being formed on a bottom of the resilient arm, and a sliding mechanism being mounted between the first body and the second body; a pressing element, mounted on the first body; and a connector, having a main axis penetrating both sides of the first body.

Abstract: A headphone carrying device comprises a thin, flexible strip of material which supports the wires for conventional ear bud style headphones. The strip can be quickly and easily inserted inside a cap or hat, between the body and headband of the hat or cap. The device is fully hidden from view when the hat or cap is worn and maintains the wires adjacent the back of the person's head, without the wires hanging or dangling loosely. Alternatively, the device can be attached to the back of a bike helmet or other headgear using adhesive, Velcro fasteners, or other connectors. The device is lightweight, fits all sizes of hats, caps and headgear, and does not interfere with the normal wearing of the hat, cap or headgear.

Abstract: A cap for listening to an audio device such as an MP3 player or iPod has a pocket in the back with a spring-loaded double-ended retractor for pulling a stereo jack to the front of the cap for connecting to an audio device, adjusting it and returning the retractor along with the audio device to the pocket. The stereo jack is connected to ear buds via wires leading from a T-shaped anchoring junction secured in the bottom of the pocket. The ear buds hang from opposite sides of the cap and are placed in bud pockets on the cap when not in use.

Abstract: A device in a headset having a throat microphone and ear speakers soundproofing against the auditory meatus. The device has a separate microphone connected to the ear speaker for picking up the sound of the surroundings that is transmitted to the car speaker. Furthermore, noise-suppressing means are included, which limit the sound level of the sound of the surroundings. The throat microphone communicates via a communication unit. The soundproofing ear speaker and the microphone are arranged so that the headset can be housed in a safety helmet.

Abstract: Audio equipment comprising a signal generating module (26) arranged to output signals to a pair of speakers (20), wherein the speakers (20) are mounted upon respective housings (18), adapted to be carried by a glasses frame unit (30).

Abstract: A wearable audio interface includes a support for positioning the plurality of speakers juxtaposed to and spaced from the ears of a wearer. The audio device can include wireless networking electronics so as to allow the device to interact with other wireless network devices.

Abstract: A cell phone holder headband (1), when placed on the users had, enables the phone to stay in a normal talking position without having to hold it there with one hand. The cell phone is fit into an elastic band (7) that is looped through a plastic plate (5). An elastic strap was chosen to accept difference size ‘Bar’ and ‘Flip’ style cell phones. The plate is fitted to a swivel joint (2), that is connected to one end of the headband. The light weight acrylic band is adjustable (12) for a better fit to the users head and coils up (3) so the user can choose to use the phone still attached to the device, without Wearing the headband. This makes the device easy to store either on or off the phone. This swivel joint feature (2) locks into two positions (21), not only to allow the user to adjust the phone for a more comfortable talking position to the face, but also allows the phone to be worn and adjusted to accommodate either the left or right ear of the user.

Abstract: A wireless communications headset system for double hearing protection systems that eliminates the problems associated with typical wireless communications systems. The system employs a magnetic-field coupled wireless link from a loop transmitter to a magnetic field receiver. Current through the transmitter wire loops generates magnetic flux which passes through a communications earplug. The earplug has a receiver for converting the magnetic flux to electrical voltage, and this voltage is used to drive a speaker within the earplug. The transmitter can be easily installed into aviation headsets. The loop transmitter has an open center sized so that it fits around the pinna of the human ear enabling a close position to the communications earplug. This close position is advantageous if an efficient system is desired.

Abstract: A hat incorporates an audio system configured to externally broadcast audio stored by the audio system. The hat includes a digital audio player such as an MP3 player or the like that is connected to speakers of the audio system. The speakers are mounted in pivoting flaps of the hat such that the flaps and thus the speakers are movable into an open position and a closed position. In the open position the speakers are positioned to externally broadcast audio and in the closed position the speakers are positioned to internally play audio for the wearer or not play audio at all. The hat also incorporates user controls for the digital audio player in the brim of the hat. The hat may also include a light system that is controlled by an integral light controller for various light effects with a user control incorporated in the brim of the hat. The light system preferably includes one or more LEDs that are mounted on a front of the hat and connected to the light controller.

Abstract: A microphone assembly including two microphones is usable in connection with a mask of the type worn by someone wearing a protective mask or respirator. The two microphones may share a common pass-through. The output signals of the two microphones may share one or more conductors in the pass-through. One microphone may support the other on the mask, or the microphones may be physically separate, or the microphones may be formed as one unit. The invention also relates to a mask having at least two microphones.

Abstract: Methods for generating a directional sound environment include providing a headgear unit having a plurality of microphones thereon. A sound signal is detected from the plurality of microphones. A transfer function is applied to the sound signal to provide a transformed sound signal, and the transformed sound signal provides an approximation of free field hearing sound at a subject's ear inside the headgear unit.

Abstract: A restaurant system includes a lighted pour spout for use in dispensing liquid from a bottle. The pour spout includes a coupling portion for attachment to a bottle and an interior portion that extends into the bottle. The interior portion may include a light and a battery for illuminating the pour spout and bottle. The restaurant system includes an electronic kiosk having a first display for use by a customer and a second display for use by a bartender or waiter. The kiosk includes a first input device for use by the customer. A processor is in data communication with the displays and the first input device to retrieve data from the first input device, such as a drink order, and actuate the displays. Drink recipes may be displayed on the second display to aid a bartender in mixing drinks.

Abstract: The invention discloses a cap with a bluetooth headset in the technology field of daily supplies, including a cap body. The said cap body has a bluetooth headset which comprises a transceiver and two acoustic generators on the right and left respectively, wherein the transceiver is set at either position of the cap body, the acoustic generators are set at either side of the cap body corresponding to the ears. A piece of lead is used to connect the transceiver and acoustic generators. Compared with prior art, the invention provides dual-track voice, so as to make communication clearer, reduce noise influence on environment. The acoustic generators are fixed on both sides of the cap body so firmly that it is not prone to be dropped and lost, even under movement states, it is still very firm. The invention is applicable to outside activities, travel, riding etc.

Abstract: A communications headset for use with a wireless telephone comprises a mount and a first and second attachment shaped to secure itself to the mount, wherein the first attachment is configured to secure itself around the ear of a user and wherein the second attachment includes a top portion to secure itself to the frame of a pair of glasses worn by the user. Optionally, the mount includes a slot formed through the housing of the communication headset and the first and second attachments include a downwardly dependent leg shaped and sized for receipt in the slot. Also optionally, the mount and the first and second attachment are secured to one another using a magnet attached to either of the housing or the attachments.

Abstract: A method and means for the emission of an air current in the direction of the breathing zone of a user (10) of, for instance, an airplane seat. Sound is emitted from a sound emitting position (a, b) adjustable by the user. An air current is emitted from an air emitting position (c, d) which is fixed relative to the respective sound emitting position (a, b) in accordance with the mutual position of the breathing zone relative to an ear of the average user. The user brings the sound emitting position in accordance with the position of his/her ear (11, 12) by optimization of the received sound, so that the air current too is emitted in the proximity of and in the direction of the breathing zone of the user.

Abstract: Wireless headphones operated by a storage battery and having a connector socket for the insertion of a charge plug of an electric connection into a power pack. The headphones further have at least one miniature loudspeaker, audio electronics, a reception part, and charging electronics to monitor the charging process of the storage battery. In order to be able to use the headphones even with a dead storage battery, a socket is provided for the insertion of a signal plug of an electrical connection with an audio device for the transmission of signals. The audio electronics conduct only the signals received via the signal plug to the loudspeakers when the signal plug is inserted.

Abstract: A voice amplifier for attachment to a mask has a sound reflector that faces outwardly of the mask when the voice amplifier is attached to the mask. A speaker faces inwards towards the sound reflector. Sound waves emanate from the speaker inward towards the sound reflector, reflect off the sound reflector and exit the voice amplifier through an outer peripheral gap and travel outwardly from the mask. The voice amplifier has an on/off switch mounted on the front of the voice amplifier. The voice amplifier cover has a front wall with a front surface facing away from the mask. The narrow end of the speaker is located closer to the front wall of the cover than the wide end. The cover front wall follows the profile of the speaker in a direction from the narrow end to the wide end of the speaker.

Abstract: An elastic headband device with integrated audio system is disclosed. The device includes a stretchable cloth member sized and shaped for positioning about the head and ears of an individual wearer. The cloth member includes a central cavity throughout with first and second side portions and a rear portion. A pair of audio speaker elements are removably disposed within the central cavity of the cloth member at the first and second side portions thereof. A mechanism is also provided for adjusting the relative position of each audio speaker element within the central cavity at its respective side portion to position each element opposite an ear opening of an individual wearer. A central aperture is positioned at the cloth member rear portion for accessing the central cavity. Finally, a plurality of speaker wires are attached to the audio speaker elements within the cloth member central cavity and exit through the central aperture at the rear portion for connection to an audio generation system.

Abstract: An eyeglass frame assembly is provided, wherein a music generator is disposed on each of two temples of an eyeglass frame, an earphone jack is disposed on the music generator, for the earphone plugs of a mono earphone and a stereophonic earphone to selectively plug in. Through this design, the user can select to use the mono earphone or the stereophonic earphone according to personal demands, so as to talk on a phone call or enjoy the high quality stereo sound effects.

Abstract: A headset (1, 10, 30) e.g. for use in connection with wireless communication by means of Bluetooth technology in connection with mobile telephones, PSTN telephones and the like, which comprises a housing (2, 3, 11, 28) with a transducer (5, 12, 27) in the form of a speaker, as well as a microphone (4, 14, 29) and an ear hook (6, 23, 28). In a first embodiment, the housing may be constructed as two shells (2, 3) which may be opened and closed so that all mechanical parts may be concealed on the housing when the headset (1, 10, 30) is not in use, thereby ensuring that the various parts are not damaged when the headset is stored in a pocket. The shells (2, 3) may be interconnected by means of a hinge (7, 8) which has an axis disposed in the same plane as the surface of the shells. Alternatively, the shells may be arranged such that the axis is disposed in a perpendicular plane relative to the surface of the shells.

Abstract: A microphone-speaker assembly includes a housing, a microphone, a speaker, and a push-to-talk switch. The housing supports the speaker for movement between a first position in which the switch is not activated and a second position in which the switch is activated. The switch is located in a water resistant chamber along with a circuit board. The speaker moves toward the circuit board when it moves from the first position to the second position. A seal supports the speaker for movement between the first and second positions. A method of activating a microphone in a microphone-speaker assembly includes the steps of applying force to a speaker of the assembly, and moving the speaker thereby to activate the switch thereby to activate the microphone. The speaker moves relative to a push to talk switch, deforming a resilient membrane that helps to form a water resistant chamber in the assembly.

Abstract: A waterproof recreational audio device and method that transmits sound via transcutaneous bone conduction provides high fidelity musical signals to a user. The device can be worn on the head of a user and integrated into various types of headgear. The device is tunable for sound quality and comfort by adjusting and moving the sound transmitting transducers around the head of the user. The present invention preferably uses transducers to produce sounds in the low, mid and high frequency ranges. A sound source for the musical signal can also be provided as part of the waterproof recreational audio device. Controls enable the user to select volume levels for the high, mid and low frequency ranges, while a volume limiter restricts the mid range to a preset maximum volume level to allow external ambient sounds to be heard via the ear canal and protects the hearing of the user.

Abstract: An improved headset for a helmet includes an acoustic component of a relatively small size to permit insertion thereof within the helmet, a relatively soft and comfortable textile material configured to removably contain the acoustic component, a connector for removably retaining the textile material to an inner portion of the helmet, and power supply for energizing the acoustic component causing emission of a sound wave. The textile material can be formed into a pouch.

Abstract: A multi-channel headphone includes a case adapted to be worn on user's ear and cover the whole ear, in which a middle speaker, a front speaker, rear speaker and a bass speaker are provided. The front speaker has a broadcasting portion facing a front side of an auricle of the ear and the rear speaker has a broadcasting portion facing a rear side of the auricle. The headphone provides a sound closing to the idea surround sound.

Abstract: A mobility helmet headset includes a hinged headband and a setting support to secure the headband onto the helmet, an intermediary arm and a mounting support of an earcup. The mounting support is hinged to the earcup and the intermediary arm is hinged to the mounting support. The hinged headband may be folded and unfolded between the user's ear position and the side wall of the helmet within a single plane. The helmet which includes the present headset includes a pair of headsets on it side walls.

Abstract: A headphone device includes an earpad worn outside of the ear on the head of a user and a housing provided with a speaker unit as well as a fitting portion on which the earpad is fit. The earpad includes a cushion and a facing that covers the cushion. The earpad can be attached to and detached from the housing. The facing is detachable from the cushion to keep the earpad clean.

Abstract: The invention relates to a rotary canister base comprising a loudspeaker, a drinking pipe and an air-intake pipe, wherein the loudspeaker serves as a communicating tool and the drinking pipe, which may be connected to a canteen, are all arranged within the confined space of the canister base. In addition, the drinking pipe, when unused, may be fixed onto the canister base. Most importantly, the air-intake pipe connected to the canister can be rotated and positioned at different angles so that the wearer may adjust the direction of the canister to avoid interference with the ambient space when fleeing for life.

Abstract: A communications device for use with a protective helmet having a headband is provided. Generally, the communications device provides support member for a bone conduction microphone that is easily added to and removed from the protective helmet, allowing the communications device to be readily used with both new and existing protective helmets. While in use, support member positions the bone conduction microphone between the headband and a user's head, preferably between the napestrap and the center of the back of the user's head. The communications device can be used with any type of protective helmet, such as a fireman's helmet, a military helmet, a hard-hat, etc.

Abstract: A voice recognition device and method allows position-stabilized capture of spoken sounds with great repeatability and accuracy. The voice recognition device may additionally provide two channels of lip movement information to supplement the usual audible speech component recognition system in selecting the proper pairing of data input to text output. The voice recognition device may provide a further channel of information about the speech generating motions via an ultrasonic injection of sound into the vocal cavity and subsequent decoding of the emitted sound after injection. The ultrasonic injection and decoding may also used to provide audible clues as to the unvoiced sound formed by speaking when the vocal cords are not energized. The ensemble of electronic equipment upon the bail band may be in microcircuit form, including placing the components on a copper layer polyimide flexible strip.

Abstract: An all-in-one headset worn on the user's head, comprises a head band, a first housing arranged at the head band, a communication unit having selectable at least two communication channels and selectable at least two communication modes, an operating panel mounted on the outside wall of the first housing for selecting one communication channel and one communication mode, an ear-speaker mounted on the inside wall of the first housing, a microphone, a second housing for housing the microphone, a boom member for supporting the second housing to the first housing, an indicating unit for indicating the indication indicative of the selected communication channel and the selected communication mode.

Abstract: A sound attenuating device including an earmuff-like headset with two earpieces that is adjustable to accommodate different sized heads and includes a removable headband sleeve that eliminates hair entanglement. Additionally, one of the earpieces is fixedly attached to an end of the headband while the second earpiece is removable to allow for the removal and replacement of a fitted cotton sleeve which covers the headband. The headband washable cotton sleeve prevents hair entanglement, provides protection related to health and sanitary issues and also provides an aesthetically pleasing appearance. In addition to the removable cotton sleeve for the headband, each of the earpieces is also provided with a removable fitted cotton cover.

Abstract: A bone conducting headset apparatus (10) that includes a pair of speaker/microphone members (30) (30) mounted at the juncture of a head strap (21) and a neck strap (22) provided with a spring biasing member (23) wherein, the speaker/microphone members (30) (30) are operatively connected to an electronic control member (40) that is provided with means (46) for selectively attaching the electronic control member (40) to a desired article of the user's clothing wherein, the electronic control member (40) is provided with PTT technology, as well as, high noise cut-off (44) directional hearing (48) (48) and selective communication features (42).

Abstract: A dual-mode transmission device is provided for use with a radio device configured for either push-to-talk operation or voice-operated operation. The dual-mode transmission device includes a mode selecting apparatus that may be switched between a first position in which a push-to-talk mode is enabled and a second position in which the push-to-talk mode is disabled, allowing a single headset or similar device to be used in either mode.

Abstract: An ear warming article that can be comprised of a C-shaped resilient band, an outer sleeve and a speaker or other electronic device is described. The outer sleeve is dimensioned to contain the resilient band, and includes two insulating, ear-receiving portions as well as a first opening through which the resilient band can be inserted or removed to yield an assembled or disassembled article, respectively. In a preferred embodiment, the article includes an electronic device having one or more speakers located at the ends of the resilient band; additional openings in the outer sleeve may exist for any control functionality associated with the electronic device(s). The outer sleeve can be comprised of a washable fabric material, particularly suitable as a means for interchangeable advertising (team logo, branding, etc.). In other embodiments, the ear warming article includes additional advertising and/or securing features.

Abstract: A helmet headset system for use with an audio system and a helmet. The helmet headset system comprises a mount for mounting to the helmet, and first and second audio signal conduits, e.g. each comprising a coil cord, and each having first and second ends. The first end of the first audio signal conduit is coupled to the mount. The first end of the second audio signal conduit is detachably coupled to the second end of the first audio signal conduit, and the second end of the second audio signal conduit is detachably coupled to the audio system. In a related aspect, the system may comprise a single, detachable audio signal conduit. Related methods also are provided.

Abstract: A head worn entertainment and communication device (10, 110) including at least a first ear assembly (11, 112) which further includes a transducer (19, 119) in communication with a radio receiver housed within an equipment module (27, 127). In particular forms the ear assembly includes a lower limb (20, 120) and an upper limb (22, 122) defining an ear containing space (23, 123) therebetween. In other particular forms a first ear assembly (11) is interconnected with a second ear assembly (12) by means of an interconnect device (13).

Abstract: A wireless headset is described that communicates with a base and is secured to a user's ear. The headset has an elongated casing, a speaker, a microphone and a transceiver. A battery pack extends from the second end of the elongating casing generally parallel to the speaker where the battery pack is designed to be retractably engaged against the user's ear to secure the headset.

Abstract: EXTENSIVE MOBILITY HELMET HEADSET AND HELMET WHICH INCLUDES SAID HEADSET. It comprises a hinged headband (2) composed by a setting support (4) to secure it onto the helmet (1), an intermediary arm (6) and a mounting support (9) of an earcup (3); the mounting support (9) being hinged (14) with the earcup (3) and the intermediary arm (6) being hinged (7a)(7b) with the mounting support (9); the hinged headband (2) can be folded and unfolded between the user's ear position (20) and the side wall of the helmet (1). On the one hand, the hinged headband (2) can be folded from the user's ear position (20) towards the side wall of the helmet (1). On the other hand, the hinged hedband (2) can be unfolded from the side wall of the helmet (1) towards the user's ear position (20). The helmet (1), which includes the present headset, has a pair of headsets on its side walls. These headsets are mounted by means of respective setting supports (4).

Abstract: An earphone device having a clip-on member coupled to a connecting base via a resilient repositioning mechanism, wherein a chute is disposed at the bottom of the connecting base; a connecting member having a sliding element coupled to the chute such that the sliding element slides in the chute; and an earphone coupled to the connecting member via a positioning mechanism such that the earphone rotates in an angle range.

Abstract: A sound sensing apparatus such as a communication headset uses a microphone and an acoustic valve controlled by a movable boom to operate in at least a compact and an extended-boom mode, with the valve variously coupling the microphone to different openings on the boom or the main body functioning as the acoustic sensing point.

Abstract: An improved boom adapted for use in or with a headset is disclosed. The boom generally comprises a voice tube having a first entry aperture, a light tube, and a noise reducer. The noise reducer is composed at least partially of a porous plastic material and partially or fully covers the voice tube, the noise canceling tube, and/or the light tube.

Abstract: A headphone with an automatic reeling device for a jack wire has a headband with two earphones, a reeling device installed inside one of the two earphones and a jack wire. The reeling device has a stationary disk, a rotating disk with a wire reel rotatably abutting the stationary disk, a coil spring mounted between the stationary disk and the rotating disk and a push button detachable engaging the rotating disk. The jack wire is wound around the wire reel on the rotating disk. By pressing the push button, the rotating disk is released, and the coil spring provides a restitution force to rotate the rotating disk and retract the jack wire into the earphone.

Abstract: A helmet headset system for use with an audio system and a helmet. The helmet headset system comprises a mount for mounting to the helmet, and first and second audio signal conduits, e.g. each comprising a coil cord, and each having first and second ends. The first end of the first audio signal conduit is coupled to the mount. The first end of the second audio signal conduit is detachably coupled to the second end of the first audio signal conduit, and the second end of the second audio signal conduit is detachably coupled to the audio system. In a related aspect, the system may comprise a single, detachable audio signal conduit. Related methods also are provided.