Abstract: A plug-in electronic card assembly having a retractable antenna comprises a casing with a connector for coupling the electronic card assembly to a host device and an antenna that is selectively movable between a first position, in which the antenna is enclosed within the casing, and a second position, in which the antenna is substantially outside of the casing. In an embodiment of the invention, the antenna comprises a circular antenna element disposed on a printed circuit board that is movable, between the first and second positions, by sliding the printed circuit board in grooves contained in sides of an electronic card assembly casing having PCMCIA standard dimensions. When the antenna is in the second position, transmission pads provide an RF signal path between the antenna and a second printed circuit board contained within the casing.

Abstract: A smart control panel (10) includes a processor (40) for remotely controlling a radio (20). The smart control panel (10) attaches and detached from the skirt (21) of the radio (20). The smart control panel (10) also includes a display screen (13) for inputting information from a user to the smart control panel (10) which is translated by the smart control panel (10) to operate the radio (20). A latching arrangement allow a handle (11) to lock the smart control panel (10) into the radio (20) when the units are in the attaches mode. A cable (30) or other RF links provide for coupling the units when they are in the detached mode.

Abstract: A detachable front panel of an electronic device, containing push-buttons corresponding to actuating rods in the chassis of the device. The push buttons are provided with springs which urge the buttons against the actuating rod, and causes the buttons to be moved into the front panel when the panel is detached from the device.

Abstract: A new Portable Sound System for providing a sound system which is operable while mounted in a vehicle and also operable independent of any such mounting The inventive device includes a housing, a sound signal generating unit located in the housing a housing speaker mounted in the housing and electrically connected to the sound signal generating unit and a mounting frame permanently mountable in a vehicle wherein the housing is removably mountable in the mounting frame and wherein the housing and the mounting frame include mating connectors for connecting the sound signal (generating unit to the electrical power system of the vehicle and the vehicle speakers when the housing is mounted in the mounting frame. A power supply is provided in the housing for powering the sound signal generating unit when the housing is removed from the mounting frame. The power supply may be a rechargeable battery that can be recharged by the electrical power system of the vehicle when the housing is inserted in the mounting frame.

Abstract: A device for moving and detaching a panel opens and closes a recording medium inserting slot installed at an escutcheon by upwardly and downwardly moving a sliding plate connected with a rear face of the panel by using a push-pull portion installed at the car audio body. The push-pull portion pushes and pulls one side of the sliding plate in one of the directions toward the panel and the car audio body. In both side walls of an escutcheon there are formed guiding grooves having a gentle slope in a longitudinal direction. The sliding plate has engagement protrusions for connecting the guiding grooves and a connecting portion to rotatably connect one side of said sliding plate and push-pull portion. The push-pull portion has connecting pieces connected with a connecting portion of the sliding plate and a limited movement portion to slide the sliding plate in a predetermined range.

Abstract: A card receptor for use in a satellite broadcasting tuner includes a housing having a case slot, a door rotatably mounted to the housing, for opening and closing the case slot, a card case for receiving and keeping a card therein, the card case slidable between an inside position and an outside position of the housing through the case slot, a case guider fixedly mounted on an inside of the housing, corresponding to the case slot, in order to guide the sliding movement of the card case and a case locker for locking and unlocking the card case to and from the housing, respectively.

Abstract: A portable remote terminal includes a case, and a remote terminal body assembly into which at least a printed-circuit board having electric circuits required for the portable remote terminal and a loudspeaker electrically connected to the printed-circuit board are assembled, the remote terminal body assembly being housed in the case.

Abstract: A radio pager capable of changing the reception frequency thereof, as desired, and having a replaceable crystal oscillator. A reception frequency selecting device selects one of call signals having a plurality of predetermined frequencies which matches the crystal oscillator. A casing is formed with a first opening for allowing the crystal oscillator to be selectively attached to or detached from a printed circuit board, and a second opening for allowing the oscillator to be selectively inserted into or pulled out of the casing.

Abstract: A battery pack device (32) is for use in combination with a portable radio communication device (31) for carrying out a radio communication in accordance with a specific one of a plurality of radio systems. The battery pack device comprises battery section (41) for supplying the portable radio communication device to an electric power when the battery pack section is coupled to the portable radio communication device. A selecting circuit (42e) selects the specific radio system from the radio systems to produce a specific select signal. A control section (42a to 42d) controls man-machine interface section (36 to 40) in response to specific select signal.

Abstract: A signal level measuring apparatus measures a level of a satellite signal from a geostationary satellite as received by a receiving antenna and provides an output to determine whether the antenna is correctly directed to the satellite. The apparatus is disposed between a converter associated with the antenna for converting the satellite signal into an IF signal and a tuner for demodulating the IF signal. The apparatus distributes and divides the IF signal from an input terminal of the apparatus into two output signals. One of the output signals is coupled to an output terminal of the apparatus, which, in turn, is coupled to the tuner. The other output signal is applied to level detector. An output from the level detector is compared with a reference signal. Depending on the comparison output, the state of light emission of a light-emitting device varies.

Abstract: A television chassis is arranged to receive a plug-in PIP module. When the PIP module is not installed, the composite video signal is passed through a chassis emitter follower interface circuit for video processing. The PIP module also includes an emitter follower interface circuit that supplies a composite video signal. When the PIP module is plugged in, it shares a bias resistor with the chassis emitter follower interface circuit and the PIP module interface circuit overrides the chassis interface circuit, thus passing the PIP module video signal for further video processing.

Abstract: In a structure of a housing of a pager receiver having a terminal for external connection for external communication of data, a battery cover for removably covering a battery receptacle portion, a locking piece for locking the battery cover at the position covering said battery receptacle portion and an opening portion for permitting external connection of the terminal. The locking piece locks the battery cover, and, in conjunction therewith, closes the opening. The locking piece is movable for exposing the opening as shifted in a condition where the battery cover is released away from the battery receptacle portion.

Abstract: A portable electronic device has a construction in which a first housing and a second housing are capable of being opened and closed and a display is mounted on an inner side of the first housing. A partial display area of the display is in a visible state even if the second housing is closed, and the full display area becomes in a visible state when the second housing is opened. An open/close state of the housings is detected by an open/close detector mounted on the first housing or the second housing. It may be detected by a user operating a predetermined key. According to the detected open/close state, a displaying area of the information is changed between the partial display area and the full display area. At the open state, the information is displayed in the full display area. At the closed state, the information is displayed in the partial display area.

Abstract: A selective call receiver has a main body a protective cover. The main body has a display portion and a plurality of keys at a main surface thereof and the cover is rotatably connected with the main body to cover at least the main surface of the main body. The keys of the main body includes a predetermined key protruding from the main surface. At a position corresponding to the predetermined key, the cover has a hole which is larger than a cross section of the predetermined key.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the discovery of novel insect receptor polypeptides, which, when complexed with certain ligands, or otherwise activated by certain compounds, modulate transcription of certain genes by binding to cognate response elements associated with the promoters of the genes. The novel receptors of the invention are substantially similar to previously discovered mammalian receptors which are activated to modulate transcription of certain genes in cells, when the cells are exposed to retinoic acid.

Abstract: Combination head-protective helmet and communications system including a head-protective helmet and a flexible flame retardant earflap mounted removably to the helmet wherein a voice communications system including interconnected transceiver circuitry, microphone, speaker, battery and antenna is mounted on the earflap for quick and easy removal from the helmet with the earflap.

Abstract: An electronic communication device such as a portable radiotelephone includes a housing and a keypad cover mounted on the housing to rotate about a pivot axis. A hinge connects the keypad cover to the housing and includes a pair of hinge pins extending along the pivot axis between the cover and the housing. The cover includes at least one aperture aligned with the hinge pins, the apertures allowing access to the hinge pins from outside the device to facilitate removal of the keypad cover from the housing. Additionally, the hinge pins include grooved end portions that cooperate with protrusions on the cover to snap the keypad cover toward its open and closed positions.

Abstract: A rapid assembly electronic device includes a housing and a chassis which snap together and are movable relative to one another between a closed position and a position in which a battery compartment on the chassis is accessible from the outside. The chassis is separable from the housing by the use of a pointed tool. A resilient clip is received in a receptacle on the housing, the clip being held in place by resilient engagement with the housing in three ways. The electronic device is operated from the exterior by a resilient element mounted in an opening in the housing and without a physical connection between the resilient element and any parts which are movable with the chassis.

Abstract: A universal remote commander provided as a replacement for an original remote control unit has a specialized shape, which is intended to be easily held and gripped in the hand, employs only a minimum number of controls that are used in conjunction with a function selection switch that selects either television, VCR, or cable, for example. The specialized housing is V-shaped in orthogonal cross sections so that it is wider at the top than at the bottom in the front view, whereas it is narrower at the top and wider at the bottom in the side view so as to achieve a generally cylindrical feel when held in the hand. A rotary knob can be employed at the bottom of the housing to act as the function selector switch or the rotary knob can be spring loaded and to act as a jog switch when controlling a VCR. A keypad can include translucent buttons that can be lit from inside the remote commander for use in dimly lighted rooms.

Abstract: A radio carrier facilitates mounting of a portable radio on a shoulder strap of a golf bag or to a motorized golf cart when desired and is made up of a sleeve-like strap member which can be adjustably secured in surrounding relation to the shoulder strap and a fastener for mounting the radio casing on the strap member so that the radio controls are readily accessible to the golfer when playing the game of golf. A motion detector circuit is provided as a part of the internal radio circuit to automatically control the on/off state of the radio.

Abstract: A direct connect antenna includes a passive patch-type antenna mounted to a radio, wherein the need for and use of a coaxial cable extension arrangement is eliminated. Thus, the characteristic impedances of the load and source can be better matched, resulting in lower reflection and distributed losses. The antenna is formed with guide slots for alignment and simple snap-on connection of the antenna to the radio to prevent coaxial connector mismatch and damage. The radio may be directly affixed and electrically coupled to a PCMCIA compliant interface card which is insertable into a host computer. Accordingly, radio signals received by the direct connect antenna and radio arrangement are processed through the PC card and the computer.

Abstract: The invention relates to an assembly for radio communication containing all the electronic components necessary for radio transmission/reception, which can alternatively be connected to a device for voice communication and to a device for data communication.The device for voice communication with the assembly (which, according to the preferred embodiment of the invention, is implemented on a reduced dimension PCMCIA integrated circuit card) plugged therein, has more or less the same dimension and the same weight of a usual cellular phone device.When radio data transmission is desired the PCMCIA integrated circuit card is to be unplugged from the telephone handset and plugged into a data processing device properly arranged. In this way the data processing device is provided with the capability of radio transmitting and receiving data.

Abstract: A receiver receives at least one message containing a visual message. A display device, in communication with the receiver, displays the visual message of a selected one of the at least one message. A first housing houses the receiver and the display device to form a self-contained, viable receiver unit. A camera captures at least one image. A transmitter transmits a signal based upon the at least one image captured by the camera. A second housing houses the camera and the transmitter to from a self-contained, viable transmitter unit. The second housing is selectively attachable and detachable from the first housing. As a result, the transmitter unit may be selectively attached to the receiver unit and detached from the receiver unit.

Abstract: A holster (201) serves to protect an information display (202) in a selective call receiver (200) from breakage due to an impact in an area proximate to the information display (202). When the selective call receiver (200) is retained in the holster (201) in a first orientation, a second portion (207) of the holster contiguously covers an opening in the housing where the information display (202) is positioned. The second portion (207) protects the information display by shunting energy from the impact into at least a front section (204) of the selective call receiver's housing and the holster (201).

Abstract: A carry case (102) for transporting an electronic device, such as a radio (100) or controller module (300), and providing paging capability when combined with the electronic device. The carry case includes a housing and contained within the housing is a first part or first section of a pager while the electronic device contains a second part or second section of the pager. Electrical interface contacts (504) located within the carry case (102) and electrical interface contacts (204) located within the electronic device allow for the paging circuitry to connect and form a complete pager. The electrical interface contacts of the electronic devices are common so that either can be combined with carry case (102) to provide either a radio and pager combination or a pager only option.

Abstract: A selective calling receiver comprises two separate bands having an antenna circuit for tuning incorporated therein. The first band has a first antenna and tuning capacitors incorporated therein and stoppers formed and arrayed on the outer surface thereof. Predetermined points are provided to the first antenna, providing different effective antenna lengths, respectively. The respective stoppers are provided with electrodes which are connected to the predetermined points of the first antenna through the tuning capacitors, respectively. The second band has a second antenna and a hook. The hook can be engaged with a selected one of the stoppers of the first band depending on the user's wrist thickness. The hook comprises a conductor electrically connected to the second antenna. When engaged with a selected one of the stoppers, the hook brings into electrical contact with the corresponding electrode to form the antenna circuit.

Abstract: A latch for affixing a clip (102) onto a housing (104)that encloses a portable electronic device. The latch, integrally molded with the clip (102), comprises a bar (208) disposed within an aperture (210) having a circumferential edge (212). The bar (208)includes a stub extrusion (214) that is disposed distally and perpendicularly at an unaffixed first end (216), and connects to the circumferential edge (212) at an affixed second end (218). Reinforcing the bar (208) and the stub extrusion (214)laterally on a first side (224)is a first flange (220). A second flange (222) reinforces the bar 208 laterally on a second side (226) that is opposite to the first side (224). The stub extrusion (214) affixes the clip to the housing by engaging a catch extrusion (110) and a slot (112) disposed on the housing (104).

Abstract: An electric instrument casing in which a mounting portion is provided for mounting a cell unit on a bottom of a rectangular tubular case which detachably receives a radio unit. Further, an opening is provided in a part of a front surface of the tubular case. A front-surface panel is detachably provided so as to close the opening. The front-surface panel is provided with a ten-key sheet switch, a speaker, a microphone and the like. A flexible flat harness has a forward end thereof which is adapted to be inserted into a connector of the radio unit. An engaging piece on a top of the front-surface panel is engaged with the inside of an engaging portion that is an edge of an upper portion of the opening in the tubular case. Set screws are threaded into screw bores in mounting pieces on a lower portion of the front-surface panel through a cell-unit mounting portion of the tubular case, whereby the front-surface panel is fixedly mounted on the tubular case.

Abstract: In a portable telephone apparatus, the length of a housing thereof and a display area are altered between the operation and storage or non-operation states thereof, thereby improving operability thereof. In the operating state, the first display and the second display are activated to present information. In the non-operation state, only the first display is activated. In the storage state, to minimize the size of the housing, only the indispensable information items such as the remaining battery power and in-service-area designation are presented, thereby facilitating the apparatus to be accommodated in a small space. In the operation state, the housing is elongated such that the distance between the transmitter and the receiver is similar to that between the mouth and the ear of the user to improve the speech quality in the telephone call. Moreover, the display area is increased to possibly present a dial number inputted.

Abstract: A wearable audio reception device includes an elongated flexible enclosure removably attachable to an article of clothing and the radio in turn being removably attachable to the flexible enclosure.

Abstract: A converter console (10) includes a base (36) having a hinge axis (127) at a rearward end and a vertical extension (311) having a base mounting joint (29) at the tip of the extension at a front end. A radio receiving pocket (25) has a handle mounting joint (411) at a first end and a hook (27) at a second end, corresponding to the ends of the base for pivotally mounting the hook around the hinge axis. A collapsible linkage (15) couples the pocket (25) to the base (36) between the base mounting joint (29) and the handle mounting joint (411) for pivotally raising and lowering the pocket and for clamping the pocket down.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to battery powered hand-held data entry terminals wherein a peripheral module may contain an automatically operating full image reader and a wireless communication unit. The reader reads at least one full line of indicia and may comprise a laser bar code scanner or a flash type image reader. Preferably the reader has uniform resolution in orthogonal directions in the field of view so that an area image can be read at any arbitrary angular orientation and re-oriented as a stored digital image to a normalized orientation before decoding. The user interface may lie in a first longitudinally extended layer and the peripheral module may lie in a second longitudinally extended adjoining layer. In normal reading disposition of the automatic reader, the user interface may be close to its normal orientation for user interaction therewith to provide for smooth transitions between reading and user interaction operations.

Abstract: A selective call receiver (10) includes a display (22) for presenting received information signals. The display (22) is pivotally attached to the selective call receiver's housing (24) so that the display [means] (22) may be pivoted outwardly from the housing to facilitate viewing the display [means].

Abstract: A hand-held electronic telecommunications device is provided with a grip and protective casing made of elastomeric material for covering the back face and side walls of the device. The casing is provided with finger recesses on its exterior surface to permit the operator to reliably hold and even operate the device with one hand. The casing is constructed so as to be readily applied and even removed, as desired, by the operator himself. The manner by which the casing is supported on the device enables the casing material to avoid having to cover over any area of the front, operational face of the device, where such features as the ear piece, mouthpiece and push buttons are located.

Abstract: A floating sound system for use in a swimming pool or the like has a radio, tape player, power supply, and controls. The power supply unit nests within a toroidal float, being attached thereto by straps. The radio and associated components are located in a domed housing resting upon the float. The sound system is built to disassemble into these three subassemblies. The resultant sound system floats stably in water, and, due to speaker cones arranged parallel to the water surface, projects sound very effectively.

Abstract: A miniature portable radio communication apparatus. A single casing includes a transmitter and a display. A movable member slidably received in the casing may be pulled out, as needed, and loaded with a receiver.

Abstract: A computer card data receiver (10) includes a housing (14) having a top planar surface (16) and a bottom planar surface (18) and a thin profile suited to fit within a recessed data interface port (32) of an external computer (30). An antenna (12) is coupled to the top planar surface (16) of the housing (14) for intercepting transmitted selective call address signals and data associated therewith. The antenna (12) is rotatable between a first antenna position (12A) and a second antenna position (12B), the first antenna position (12A) being selected when the housing (14) is removed from the recessed data interface port (32), and the second antenna position (12B) being selected when the housing (14) is inserted into the recessed data interface port (32). A receiver (40) is enclosed within the housing (14) and receives and detects the intercepted selective call address signals and data associated therewith.

Abstract: A call selective receiver body includes a built-in rechargeable small battery and a small vibrator, and a belt clip for receiving the receiver body includes a built-in dry battery having an electric capacity significantly greater than that of the small battery in the receiver body and a relatively large built-in vibrator. When the receiver body is put into the belt clip, a vibrator control signal output terminal of the receiver body is connected with a vibrator control signal input terminal of the belt clip, and electric power input terminals of the receiving body are connected with electric power output terminals of the belt clip, whereby the electric power source for the receiver is switched from the smaller battery in the receiver body to the greater battery in the belt clip; the rechargeable small battery in the receiver body starts being recharged; and the vibrator in the belt clip is made in action.

Abstract: A car audio apparatus mounted on an automobile and having a function for preventing theft, the car audio apparatus includes a main body portion fixed to the automobile and a front panel detachably mounted to the main body portion of the audio apparatus. The main body portion has a CPU and a first memory for storing a first secret code and the front panel has a second memory for storing a second secret code. The CPU is capable of respectively reading out the first and second secret codes from the first and second memories and comparing the first secret code with the second secret code so that when both secret codes agree, the CPU enables operation of the car audio apparatus and when both of the secret codes do not agree, the CPU inhibits the operation of the car audio apparatus.

Abstract: A latching device (110) for use in a latch system for a housing comprising first and second housing sections (102, 104), comprises a battery compartment (107) and a latch member (112) adjacent to the battery compartment. The latch member (112) is for coupling to the second housing section (104) to latch the first and second housing sections (102, 104) when the latch member (112) is in a first position and to unlatch the first and second housing sections (102, 104) when the latch member (112) is in a second position. The latching device (110) further comprises a movable extender member (114) coupled between the first housing section (102) and the latch member (112) for extending the latch member (112) into the second housing section (104) and for allowing the latch member (112) to move between the first and second positions, the latch member (112) being prevented from moving into the second position when a battery (106) is in the battery compartment (107).

Abstract: A car stereo has a detachable grille attached to a body of the car stereo. A display is provided on the car stereo body for display operating modes of the car stereo. A cover is provided on the car stereo body for covering the display when the grille is detached. The cover is moved to a retracted position so as to expose the display when the grille is attached to the body.

Abstract: A removable battery package (10) having a latch mechanism (32) for attaching the battery package (10) to a radio (18) is provided. The battery package (10) comprises a housing (15) having an interior surface (30), an exterior surface (14) and sidewalls (16). Engagement means (32) are located on the interior surface (30) of the housing (15) for engaging a receiving means (22) located on the radio (18). Activating means are provided for activating the latch wherein the activating means comprises a recessed portion (12) located in the exterior surface (14) of the housing (15) transverse to the engagement means(32). The recessed portion (12) is designed so that by pressing the sidewalls (16) of the housing (15) a portion of the housing (24) is temporarily outwardly deformed thereby disengaging the engagement means (32).

Abstract: A body of a car stereo has a first substrate and a detachable grille has a second substrate. The second substrate has an operating device, a display and a control unit where an identification data is stored. The first substrate has a grille attachment detecting device a power supply means and a control unit having an identification data discriminating device which discriminates the identification data in the control unit on the second substrate of the grille. When the identification data discriminating device determines that an appropriate grille is attached, the power is fed to the grille through the power supply device.

Abstract: In a portable radio equipment, a first power unit (11) and a second power unit (15) can be selectively mounted to or removed from a radio equipment main unit (1). The main unit contains a transmit audio circuit (3), a first microphone (4), and a power circuit (5). When the first power unit is mounted to the main unit, a short-circuiting member (12) in it connects the first microphone to the transmit audio circuit, and a power source (8A) in it provides power to the power circuit. When the second power unit (15) is mounted to the main unit (1), a second microphone (16) in it is connected to the transmit audio circuit to the main unit, and a power source (8B) provides power to the power circuit.

Abstract: An amplifier unit, adapted for use in a vehicle and for enhancing output signals of the vehicle sound system includes a housing provided with an opening for accessing the interior of the housing, an audio signal input attached to the housing, electric circuitry mounted within the housing which forms an apprible amplifier with basic operating characteristics for amplifying received signals, a connection device for optionally receiving module units having additional circuitry within the housing and for electrically connecting the additional circuitry with the basic electric circuitry to modify the basic operating characteristics of the amplifier, and an amplified signal output. This amplifier unit enables a consumer to buy a basic operable amplifier to which he can add special functions enabling him to build a different amplifier from his basic model.

Abstract: A frame construction for a radio telephone or the operating device of a radio telephone. The radio telephone comprises a frame on which printed circuit boards containing telephone electronics are secured on both sides of a substantially flat, electrically conductive frame plate. The frame plate together with ground foils of the printed circuit boards form EMI-shielding for the components located on the sides of the printed circuit boards which face the frame plate. The frame plate preferably has a raised edge to which a printed circuit board is secured. Radio telephone housing parts are located on the two sides of the frame plate to form the radio telephone housing.

Abstract: The present disclosure includes a discussion of a Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) chip card reader (201). In the preferred embodiment, the SIM chip card reader is integrated into and sealed to a radiotelephone. A battery (105) for the radiotelephone (103) retains the SIM chip card (401) in the SIM chip card reader (201) while the radiotelephone (103) is operating. The SIM chip card reader (201) also includes a ejector knob (405) for removing the SIM chip card (401) from the SIM chip card reader (201).

Abstract: A radio telephone apparatus for transmitting and receiving information signals as electrical waves includes a main body section towards one end of which a speaker unit is enclosed. A battery casing accommodating a battery which is adapted for supplying power to the main body section is detachably mounted on the other end of the main body section to reduce the size and the thickness of the apparatus. A ringer device is enclosed within the battery casing so that the acoustic sound emitted by the ringer is prevented from reaching the user's ear which is in the vicinity of the speaker unit. The microphone for the radiotelephone apparatus in also enclosed within the battery casing.

Abstract: Electromagnetic shielding apparatus for portable telephones (300) and other electronic equipment, includes shield clips (100) for intercoupling the conductive surfaces of a housing (302 and 303) to the metal layer (205) of the circuit board (200). Each shield clip (100) mates with a corresponding edge (204) of the circuit board (200) such that tabs (208, 209, 210) insert into holes (108, 109, 110) in the central channel (111--113) of the clip (100) and feet (101, 102, 103) of the clip rest on other tabs (201, 202, 203). The clip (100) is bonded to the metal layer (205) of the circuit board preferably by resistance welding, thereby reliably connecting the clip (100) and the conductive housing surfaces to signal ground.

Abstract: An engaging plate is provided on a handle, and a lock lever is provided to be engaged with a hook of the engaging plate. A spring is provided to urge the lock lever so as to engage the lock lever with the hook to lock the handle. The handle is released by a slide plate provided to be engaged with the lock lever. A pushbutton is fixed to the slide plate for pushing the slide plate. When the slide plate is pushed, the lock lever is rotated to release the lock lever from the hook.