Patents Assigned to Metra Electronics
  • Modular auto stereo mounting kit having both single DIN and double DIN configurations
    Patent number: 7430110
    Abstract: A mounting kit having dual compatibility for mounting either a single DIN component or a double DIN component. The mounting kit includes a combination aperture large enough to receive a double DIN component. A removable member extends horizontally between the left vertical side and the right vertical side of the combination aperture. The removable member is attached to the vertical sides by severable joints. The removable member divides the combination aperture into a single DIN aperture suitable for mounting a single DIN component and an auxiliary aperture configured to receive an auxiliary device, such as a pocket. The removable member may be removed from the combination aperture to mount a double DIN type component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2008
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp.
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling, II
  • Installation kit for after-market autosound head unit with HVAC control emulation
    Patent number: 7177730
    Abstract: An installation kit for adapting a vehicle for installation of an after-market autosound head units includes a panel having a standard-sized receptacle for receiving the aftermarket stereo. A user interface is provided on the front surface of the panel, by which a user can operate a climate control system of the vehicle. A controller is disposed at a back surface of the panel and is adapted to control the climate control system in accordance with user input to the user interface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2007
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corporation
    Inventors: Charles David Daly, R Spencer Quilling, II
  • Installation kit for after-market autosound head unit with HVAC control emulation
    Publication number: 20060095166
    Abstract: An installation kit for adapting a vehicle for installation of an after-market autosound head units includes a panel having a standard-sized receptacle for receiving the aftermarket stereo. A user interface is provided on the front surface of the panel, by which a user can operate a climate control system of the vehicle. A controller is disposed at a back surface of the panel and is adapted to control the climate control system in accordance with user input to the user interface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2004
    Publication date: May 4, 2006
    Applicant: METRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
    Inventors: Charles Daly, R. Quilling
  • Fused distribution block
    Patent number: D523822
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2006
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corporation
    Inventors: Scott Disbennett, John C. Williams
  • Battery terminal
    Patent number: D524733
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2006
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corporation
    Inventors: Scott Disbennett, Edward T Robertson
  • Battery terminal
    Patent number: D524734
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2006
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corporation
    Inventors: Scott Disbennett, Edward T. Robertson
  • Single fuse holder
    Patent number: D525210
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2006
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corporation
    Inventors: Scott Disbennett, Edward T. Robertson
  • Multiple fuse holder
    Patent number: D528514
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 19, 2006
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corporation
    Inventors: Scott Disbennett, John C. Williams
  • Capacitor bracket
    Patent number: D539738
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2007
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp.
    Inventor: Scott Disbennett
  • ISO/DIN auto stereo mounting device
    Patent number: D540785
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2007
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp.
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling, II
  • Audio cable connector with plated tip
    Patent number: D544837
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2007
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corporation
    Inventors: Scott Disbennett, John C. Williams
  • Double DIN auto stereo mounting device
    Patent number: D545661
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2007
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp.
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling, II
  • ISO/DIN auto stereo mounting device
    Patent number: D545815
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2007
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp.
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling, II
  • Auto stereo mounting device
    Patent number: D555645
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2007
    Assignee: Metra Electronics
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling, II
  • Auto stereo mounting device with integral pocket
    Patent number: D555646
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2007
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corporation
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling, II
  • Double DIN auto stereo mounting device
    Patent number: D555647
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2007
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp.
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling, II
  • Auto stereo mounting device
    Patent number: D566701
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2008
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp.
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling, II
  • Auto stereo installation device
    Patent number: D581408
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2008
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp.
    Inventor: Anthony Fiore, IV
  • Auto stereo mounting device
    Patent number: D582908
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2008
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling
  • Auto stereo installation device
    Patent number: D582912
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2008
    Assignee: Metra Electronics Corp.
    Inventor: R. Spencer Quilling, II