Hands-free accessory for communications equipment

- Ericsson Inc.
Description

FIG. 1 is a front view of the accessory showing my design;

FIG. 2 is a first side view thereof, the opposing side view having a shape which is the mirror image of the first side view, but excluding the top light and related surface ornamentation on the microphone component;

FIG. 3 is a rear view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a top view thereof;

FIG. 5 is a bottom view thereof;

FIG. 6 is a perspective view thereof with the conformable neck portion bent to a stable alternate position for use; and,

FIG. 7 is a partial perspective view thereof with the conformable neck portion bent to a stable alternate position for use in its intended use environment.

The oval on the front of the speaker portion of the design is shaded with diagonal shading to represent a glossy, contrasting color.

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Patent History
Patent number: D430148
Type: Grant
Filed: Jul 2, 1999
Date of Patent: Aug 29, 2000
Assignee: Ericsson Inc. (Research Triangle Park, NC)
Inventor: Rodolfo DeLeon (Raleigh, NC)
Primary Examiner: Jeffrey Asch
Law Firm: Myers Bigel Sibley & Sajovec, P.A.
Application Number: 0/107,400
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: Telephone Equipment (D14/240); Connector (D14/256); Telephone Amplifier (D14/243)
International Classification: 1403;