Abstract: Disclosed is a folder driving device for a portable device.

Abstract: An image processing section reads out moving picture data from a memory section in accordance with an instruction from a control section, and subjects the moving picture data to a predetermined data process and converts it to image data and voice data. Based on the image data, a driver drives a display section for display control. The control section controls respective parts of a mobile radio terminal. Even while a moving picture is being reproduced, if call reception occurs, the control section temporarily suspends the reproduction of the moving picture and indicates the occurrence of call reception. If the call ends, the control section resumes the reproduction of the moving picture.

Abstract: A mobile station including a cover assembly and a wireless telecommunications signal receiving and generating assembly. Included in the cover assembly is a belt that substantially extends around the signal receiving and generating assembly, and a connector to hold the belt closed about the signal receiving and generating assembly. The belt includes a pair of side edges which define side openings through which the signal receiving and generating assembly can be accessed. Advantageously, the belt is easily exchanged with other belts so as to vary the appearance of the mobile station. Further, the side edges are easily gripped by a user holding the mobile station. In another aspect, the belt includes an integrated key pad which overlies a plurality of key contacts of the signal receiving and generating assembly.

Abstract: A cordless telephone system comprising a base unit, at least one handset, and one or more expansion units is provided. The handset and the expansion units communicate with the base unit via communication channels implemented in a wireless communication protocol. The expansion units can provide the system with communication interfaces to various external networks, such as an additional analog telephone line, a digital telephone line, or a cellular telephone. Conference calling functionality is provided between handsets and expansion base units within the primary base unit. Data services can also be provided by a wireless expansion base unit.

Abstract: A multiple wireless microphone speakerphone system includes one or more wireless microphones. The wireless microphones accept speech and transmit the speech to receivers, one receiver corresponding to each wireless microphone. Audio processing and acoustic echo cancellation (AEC) are performed on the received speech signals. A signal handling unit generates an audio signal after echo cancellation. The generated audio signal is transmitted to a far end to be played through, for example, a speaker or an ear piece.

Abstract: A cordless telephone base unit having a dynamically changeable cellular telephone adapter and partially reconfigurable software is provided. The software includes a static portion containing core application software, and a dynamic portion containing reconfigurable driver software for interfacing with an external device such as a cellular telephone. The driver software can be downloaded from a removable cellular telephone adapter. The core software and the driver software each contain interface portions at fixed locations. The interface portions provide for transparent interaction between core application and driver software.

Abstract: A wireless Mobile Executive Assistant (MEA) in the form of a PDA/Phone having multiple, independently oriented screens configured to provide data, video independently or in combined fashion. Formed in the opposing first and second edges adjacent to a body having main display screen formed thereon are first and second slots, respectively, the first and second slots formed to receive first and second, slidingly engaging ancillary display screens. Each of the first and second display screens provide independent video or data information from the MEA, or video or other data transmission via the MEA, and can accordingly be used to conference simultaneously with three independent parties on three separate screens.

Abstract: The device for implanting a microphone (1) and at least one pressure compensating member (2) in a telephone watch consists in placing the microphone and the compensating member close together. A membrane (5) covers the microphone (1) and a disc (6) forms the compensating member (2). The membrane (5) and the disc (6) open at least partially into a single chamber (7) opening onto the outside via an opening (8) in the form of a slot. A liquid (arrow A) can be injected through this slot to rid the chamber, the membrane and the disc of foreign bodies which could accumulate therein.

Abstract: A phone protector and storage case for protecting and holding a cellular phone. The phone protector and storage case includes a housing having a bottom wall, a front wall, a back wall, a top wall, a first side wall and a second side wall. The front wall has a top half and a bottom half. The top half comprises a door extending into the top wall and the side walls. A hinge hingedly couples the door to the first side wall. The door is selectively positioned between an open position and a closed position. A cellular phone is removably positionable in the housing.

Abstract: A case for a folding-type mobile telephone is shown which is divisible into two sections, each section having a room. The room of one section is for the body of the phone and the room of the other section is for cover. Each section has elastic portions and the sections snap together so that the case can fit a wide variety of phone models, regardless of size. An antenna fixing strap is also provided so that the phone will not easily fall out of the case.

Abstract: A composite apparatus having a display device and communicably connected with a client terminal is provided with a storage for storing character code tables corresponding to a plurality of character code formats; a communication controller for receiving a character data transmitted from the client terminal and a code information representing the character code format of the character data; and a display controller for displaying the character data received by the communication unit on the display device by referring to the character code table corresponding to the character code format of the received character data and stored in the storage.

Abstract: A protective casing (12) for an electronic appliance (10) is of the type which has a shell (18) in which there is produced an opening (20) closed off by a body (22) made from transparent material with a general flat shape, of the type in which at least one internal peripheral annular fixing area (30) of the transparent body (22) is fixed to a facing area (32) of the periphery of the opening (20) with the interposing of a first decorative cladding (38) between the peripheral fixing area (30) of the transparent body (22), where the peripheral fixing area (30) is inclined with respect to the overall plane of the transparent body (22).

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of customisation of portable communication devices. A plurality of casing elements capable of individual formation are designated. The character of these elements is selectable by a commissioning party. The characters selected are communicated to a production facility for realisation of the customised casing.

Abstract: The portable telephone includes an antenna and a metallic cabinet operating as main radiation sources of electromagnetic waves, a feeding point for supplying said antenna and said metallic cabinet with electric power, an outer packaging formed of such a material as plastics or resin, and a reflecting plate for reflecting the electromagnetic waves radiated from said radiation sources, the reflecting plate being provided for increasing the amount of the electromagnetic waves radiated into a free space when the portable telephone is in use, being selectively arranged at a position where an electric field component or a magnetic field component of the electromagnetic waves radiated from said radiation sources is dominant, and having an electric constant which enables effective reflection of said magnetic field component or said electric field component and causes little electric power absorption.

Abstract: An improved hand-held computing device is provided. The hand-held computing device includes a slidably retractable keyboard and battery compartment cover having a pair of elongate slide members extending from opposing edges of the cover. The slide members extend into a casing of the hand-held computing device for attaching the cover to the computing device. Each of the elongate slide members has a detent defined along a forward portion of the slide member for engaging a detent catch disposed in the interior of the casing for retaining the slide members from exiting from the casing and separating from the casing when the cover is retracted to an open position. A pair of ball assemblies is provided for allowing the slide members to slidably insert into and retract from the casing. The battery compartment includes an interior battery cover for closing the battery recess to prevent the battery from dislodging from the battery recess when the keyboard and battery compartment cover is in an open position.

Abstract: The invention proposes a protective casing (12) for an electronic appliance (10) of the type which has a shell (18) in which there is produced an opening (20) closed off by a body (22) made from transparent material with a general flat shape, of the type in which at least one internal peripheral annular fixing area (30) of the transparent body (22) is fixed to a facing area (32) of the periphery of the opening (20) by fixing and/or positioning means (34) with the interposing of a first decorative cladding (38) between the peripheral fixing area (30) of the transparent body (22) and the fixing and/or position means (34), characterized in that the peripheral fixing area (30) is inclined with respect to the overall plane of the transparent body (22). The invention also proposes a method and tool for manufacturing such a casing.

Abstract: An apparatus and system is provided for coupling an ethernet switch to communication link(s) in a communication network without requiring the disconnection and reconnection of the communication link(s). A module is configured to accommodate components of an ethernet switch, and can be modularly introduced into a communication rack and quickly engaged with rack-mounted mating connectors which are coupled to the communication link(s).

Abstract: The invention relates to an electronic apparatus (1) whose housing (2) is provided with a housing part that is constructed as a lever element (3) and whose hardness exceeds the hardness of crown caps so as to avoid damaging of the edges of a mobile telephone (1). To this end, the battery compartment of the mobile telephone is covered by means of an angled metal plate.

Abstract: A compact electronic device of portable type comprises a flexible sheet 3 on which a plurality of flexible switches 2 are arranged and having a flat board portion 4 being in close contact with a surface of a chassis 1 and a flat cable portion 5 extending from the flat plate portion 4. Provided on an end of the flat cable portion 5 is a terminal portion 6 to be connected to the connector 32 on a circuit board 31. Formed on an end portion of the chassis 1 is a lift-up prevention piece 8 for preventing a part of the flat plate portion 4 of the flexible sheet 3 from being lifted up from a surface of the chassis 1. The lift-up prevention piece 8 is not only constructed as to pass the flat cable portion 5 of the flexible sheet 3 through, but also can be formed into a hook-shape to hook the flat cable portion 5 of the flexible sheet 3.

Abstract: Portable electronic apparatus such as a radio telephone includes an outer housing containing electronic components for its operation. A printed circuit board assembly including, for example, a printed circuit board and an accompanying protective shield member, is mounted on supports integral with the interior structure of the outer housing so as to be physically spaced from the outer housing and from the electronic components contained within the outer housing. Resilient cushion members in the form of resilient or rubber-like pads are interposed between the printed circuit board assembly and the supports thereby substantially isolating the printed circuit board from the effect of a physical shock to the outer housing, as would occur if the apparatus were dropped. More specifically, wherein the resilient cushion members firmly engage the printed circuit board at a plurality of spaced locations engaged, variously, with the upper surface, with the lower surface, and with the peripheral edge.

Abstract: A foldable portable telephone of the invention comprises a main body case 1, and a closure case 2 connected to the case 1 by a pair of hinge mechanisms 10, 10′. On the hinge mechanisms, 10, comprises cylindrical barrel portions 13, 22 provided respectively on the main body case 1 and the closure case 2, and a hinge assembly 4 inserted through the barrel portions. The hinge assembly 4 comprises a main body drive member in engagement with the barrel portion 13 on the main body case 1 nonrotatably relative thereto, a closure drive member in engagement with the barrel portion 22 on the closure case 2 nonrotatably relative thereto, a prime mover spring for rotating the closure drive member in a direction to open the closure case 2, a holding mechanism for holding the closure case 2 in a closed position, a manual button 41 to be manipulated to open the closure case 2, and a hold release mechanism for releasing the holding mechanism from the holding state in response to the manipulation of the manual button.

Abstract: A mains interface module is disclosed for a screened enclosure containing electronic equipment. A mains interface module for a screened enclosure containing electronic equipment has a screened casing having a weather proof mains inlet connector, one or more mains outlets and contains EMI filters operative to protect the outlet(s) from interference from a mains supply when connected to the inlet connector. The screening prevents radiation of interference within the enclosure. The weatherproof mains inlet allows the equipment to be used and installed outside. The EMI filters prevent interference from being conducted through the outlets.

Abstract: A housing assembly (100) includes a housing (101) having a first opening (105), a door (114) coupled to the housing at the first opening, wherein the door is slidable between opened and closed positions with the housing, a first latch (110) coupled to the door, the first latch having a first detent (112), a second latch (104) coupled to the housing, the second latch having an aperture (106) for engaging with the first detent of the first latch in the closed position, and a button (108) coupled to the housing and coupled to the second latch, wherein depression of the button disengages the first and second latches from each other, thereby permitting the door to slide to the opened position. The housing assembly further includes a selective call receiver (200) for receiving messages from a radio communication system.

Abstract: A radio device comprising a housing 50 having an opening 52 and an internal retaining recess 58; a resilient antenna support sleeve 60 inserted in the opening, the sleeve including a lug 70 projecting into the retaining recess 58 to oppose withdrawal of the antenna support sleeve; and an antenna 10 mounted in the antenna support sleeve. The walls of the retaining recess 58 and the surfaces of the lug 70 are shaped such that on rotation of the sleeve 60 the lug 70 is urged inwardly and escapes from the retaining recess 58.

Abstract: The present invention relates to two modules containing electronic equipment, one relatively small, and one relatively large, that will be physically connected and used for extended operation in an environment where the ambient atmosphere contains moisture filled air or some other specified environmental contaminant. An absorber such as desiccant of a prescribed amount is contained within at least the relatively large module to control the absolute humidity and/or environmental contaminants within each module during extended operation in the ambient environment. Permeable wall portions are placed in the region between the relatively small module and the relative large module to allow for moisture and/or other specified environmental contaminants to pass from the relatively small module to the relatively large module. As such, the lifespan of the small module can be extended.

Abstract: A pay phone box structure includes a casing having a first side wall and a second side wall, a first supporting plate fixedly mounted on the first side wall of the casing and containing a plurality of first locking slots, a second supporting plate fixedly mounted on the second side wall of the casing and containing a plurality of second locking slots, a suspension bar secured to the second supporting plate and having a plurality of first locking hooks each detachably received in thesecond locking slots, a pivot plate pivotally mounted on the suspension bar and having an upper end portion and a lower end portion, a cover pivotally mounted on the casing and having a first side wall, a second side wall secured to the pivot plate, a closed wall and an open wall, a sliding plate slidably mounted on the first side wall of the cover and having a plurality of second locking hooks each detachably received in thefirst locking slots, and a U-shaped pivot bar pivotally mounted on the closed wall of the cover and having a

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a solar battery, or a device adapted to be used with the apparatus, includes a first arrangement for driving the apparatus into a redetermined state so as to prevent the apparatus from being adversely affected by heat from illumination light impinging on the solar battery, and a second arrangement for driving the apparatus into a state different from the predetermined state by using a driving force of the first arrangement.

Abstract: According to one aspect, a portable radiotelephone comprising a housing a cover slidably engaged with the housing and selectively reciprocable relative to the housing between a first position, wherein the portable radiotelephone is in an on-hook condition and, alternatively, a second position, wherein the portable radiotelephone is in an off-hook condition. According to another aspect, the portable radiotelephone comprises a housing, a cover slidably engaged with the housing and selectively reciprocable relative to the housing between a first position and, alternatively, a second position, wherein at least a portion of the cover extends outwardly beyond the housing, and an antenna fixed to and extending along the cover, at least a portion of the antenna extending outwardly beyond the housing when the cover is in the second position.

Abstract: A hookswitch actuator including an activating mechanism which maintains the hookswitch circuit of a telephone in an "on hook" state when the activating mechanism is in a first position, or in an "off hook" state when the activating mechanism is in the second position. The movement of the activating mechanism between the two positions is accomplished through the use of a shape memory alloy mechanism. The shape memory alloy mechanism is coupled to the activating mechanism in such a way that heating or cooling of the shape memory alloy mechanism moves the activating mechanism between its two positions. Control of the heating and cooling of the shape memory alloy mechanism is effectuated by controlling the amount of electric current passing through it.

Abstract: An appliance has an indicating device, means forming an outer surface provided with a throughgoing opening for receiving the indicating device, means forming an edge region which surrounds the throughgoing opening and is depressed, the edge region being formed so that the decorative part is inserted in the edge region, and a releasable connection between the decorative part and the edge region.

Abstract: An electromechanical circuit uses a plunger to open and close a circuit as an indication of the position of a flip portion of a mobile communication device. The plunger includes an electrically conductive portion which slidingly contacts a contact pad. Upon contacting the contact pad, a change in logic states occurs which triggers circuitry to activate or de-activate the internal electronics within the communication device. This allows a user, for example, to activate a phone to receive a call without having to depress a specified switch. A common cam-follower mechanical configuration is used to cause the plunger to translate axially as the flip portion is moved.

Abstract: A unit part mounting structure in which mounting legs are soldered onto soldering lands at a side of the printed board to which the unit part is mounted, so that mounting of the unit part to the printed board is made easier, and repairing and replacement of the unit part can be performed without removing the printed board, thereby making it easier to perform the repairing and replacement. In conventional unit part mounting structures, the unit part is mounted to a side of the printed board not having a conductive pattern, connecting portions of a housing are inserted into holes in the printed board, and the printed board is turned upside down to solder the connecting portions. Thus, it takes time and effort to insert and solder the unit part P. The unit part mounting structure of the invention overcomes such a problem.

Abstract: A compact speakerphone apparatus is provided with an angled housing for a speaker and a directional microphone. The speaker and microphone are mounted in the housing such that the directional characteristics of the microphone minimizes feedback from the speaker. Additionally, the speaker is mounted to direct sounds away from a horizontal surface upon which the speakerphone may be placed in a just configuration. In a second configuration, the speaker may be mounted upon an elevating bracket for suspending the speaker at a rotated position whereby the directional microphone remains oriented toward a user's mouth.

Abstract: A portable wireless telephone structure in which a foldable wallet carries a telephone in addition to having a pocket to house paper currency. The telephone is exposed for use with the wallet in open condition and is housed with the wallet in closed condition. The telephone has a communication mode to a user monetary function to permit telephonic transfer of monetary units. Thus, the telephone may eliminate need for carrying credit or bank cards in the wallet except for the telephone use with a "smart" card for telephonic transfer of monetary amounts to the "smart" card for transaction purposes.

Abstract: A pay phone capable of establishing data communications between a notebook computer and a remote communication device over a telephone line as well as voice communications between a telephone handset and a remote communication device over the same telephone line.

Abstract: A phone holder kit comprising a box-like cradle (10, 100, 200) for accommodating a telephone set (11) and a pair of flexible headbands (12 and 14) for supporting the cradle on the user's head. Addition support is ensured by a ear mount (16) attached to the ends of headbands (12 and 14) on the side opposite to the position of the cradle. The cradle has a rubber band (30) or a padded platform (108) which supports the telephone set (11) and which can be adjusted within the cradle for adjusting the depth of location of the telephone in the cradle, depending on the dimensions of the telephone set.

Abstract: An electromagnetic interference (EMI) shield for a handheld cellular phone that is particularly useful for shielding a hearing aid against EMI from the phone's antenna. The device includes a base and a flap laminated with a metallic shielding. The base attaches to the receiver end of the cellular phone and the flap rests over the base when the phone is not in use. In operation, the flap extends away from the base forming an enclosure about the user's ear for shielding the hearing aid from EMI when the phone is in use.

Abstract: An equipment adapted to use a solar cell, or a device adapted to this equipment, includes a first unit for setting the equipment in a first state in which the equipment is in use, and in a second state in which the equipment is not in use, and a second unit for setting the equipment in a third state for heat insulation, which is different from the first and second states, under a condition in which the solar cell generates electricity.

Abstract: A bag phone comprises a bag (2) holding a cellular radio telephone handset (14), transceiver housing (22) and battery pack (26). To allow access to the battery pack (26) for re-charging, the handset (14), transceiver housing (22) and battery pack (26) are all carried in a holder (28) which can be taken out of and placed in the bag (2) as a unit. The holder (28) is a sheet of lightweight material which is configurable between a folded position in which it can be placed in and removed from the bag, and an unfolded configuration which allows access to the battery for re-charging.

Abstract: A communication device for mobile operation is equipped with a telephone as well as with a notebook with a display. Prior art devices have a housing in "pocket format" and a practically unrestricted mobility only with a greatly restricted range of functions, for example the lack of an integrated telephone part. Further, the built-in computers are usually only designed as "notepads" without a keyboard. The communication device (1) for mobile operation has a telephone and a notebook with a touch-sensitive display (3) that is accommodated in a pocket-format device housing (3) composed of two sub-sections (9,10) connected to one another at a swivelling axis (8). The telephone and the display (3) are accommodated in one sub-section (10), whereas the other sub-section (9) holds an alphanumerical keyboard (14) accessible to the user.

Abstract: A service protection enclosure (SPE) for a cellular telephone or other wireless telecommunications transceiver site is disclosed. The site has at least one antenna (3) which transceives communication signals, radio equipment for receiving and sending radio signals from and to the antenna, transmission means (37, 39) for connecting the radio equipment and the antenna so as to carry the signals therebetween, AC power service lines (47) for providing power to the site, and telephone lines (48, and/or 115) for connecting the site with a telephone or other communication network. The services protection enclosure comprises a cabinet (35) adapted to be secured to a suitable foundation (29), the cabinet having side walls (55, 57), a top (53), and at least one door (61 or 63) providing access to the interior of the cabinet. The cabinet houses an AC power distribution panel (101) and receives the AC service lines (47), the telephone lines (48), and the RF transmission means (37, 39).

Abstract: A sound device can be incorporated into a message decoder. The message decoder roughly comprises a decoder body 10, a front shield plate 20, a buzzer 22, an IC substrate 30 and an LCD 32, a back shield plate 40, an RF receiver 50, and a decoder outer lid 60. One surface of the buzzer 22 having a double-coated adhesive tape 24 is stuck on the front surface of the decoder body 10. Hooks 23a, 23b, 23c and 23d of the front shield plate 20 are engaged with the sides of the decoder body 10 so that a sleeve 26 of the front shield plate 20 may be engaged with a cut edge 16 of the decoder body 10, whereby the other surface of the double-coated adhesive tape 24 of the buzzer 22 is stuck on the back surface of the front shield plate 20. In consequence, when the buzzer 22 emits sound, the decoder body 10 and the front shield plate 20 play the role of a vibrating plate 20.

Abstract: A radio pager has a casing and a cover capable of covering the casing. A hinge structure for connecting the casing and cover has a fulcrum portion included in the casing, and a flexible bearing portion included in the cover and capable of mating with the fulcrum portion. A locking mechanism for locking the cover to the casing has a recess formed in the casing, and a flexible tongue included in the cover and capable of mating with the recess. The cover protects a display portion of the casing from damage and can be easily mounted and dismounted from the casing.

Abstract: A network interface enclosure for mounting on a vertical surface and for enclosing network interface devices. The network interface enclosure has subscriber and telco covers that permit access to subscriber and telco compartments. The subscriber cover and telco cover are attached to the base of the network interface enclosure by detent mechanisms so that the covers generally hinge about the detent mechanisms and can be retained in a variety of open positions. The detent mechanisms are attached to the upper portion of the subscriber and telco covers so that the subscriber and telco covers are lifted upwardly to open. Particular constructions of detent mechanisms are disclosed.

Abstract: For a portable telephone set having a display portion for displaying various information associated with call or origination and reception, a gyro for detecting inclination of a main body is provided. When substantially horizontal position of the main body for dialing is detected by the gyro, power supply for the display portion is initiated. On the other hand, when the vertical position of the main body for speaking is detected by the gyro, supply for the display portion is shut off.

Abstract: A housing for circuitry is provided which includes a base in the form of a printed circuit board having a plurality of apertures therethrough which extend about the periphery thereof. A side rail includes legs each of which extends through a respective base aperture and is bent against an external surface of the base. The side rail also includes clips into which the side of a cover is inserted to enclose the housing.

Abstract: A telephone having a plurality of key tops and a small number of light sources for illuminating the key tops with a thin construction. A switch panel formed of a transparent material is mounted on a case of the telephone. The switch panel has a plurality of holes through which the key tops of a key top sheet are respectively inserted. An opaque film is formed on an outer surface of the switch panel. A plurality of conductive contracts are formed on a lower surface of the key top sheet at positions corresponding to the respective key tops. A plurality of switch patterns are formed on a printed circuit board so as to respectively face the conductive contacts. With this construction, the switch panel functions as a light guiding board, thereby efficiently illuminating the plurality of key tops by means of the small number of light sources such as LEDs.

Abstract: A readily transportable desk structure is provided for positioning upon a vehicular seat of the bench type. The desk structure preferably takes the form of an tub-like body having a compartment housing transceiver means and a plate-like top covering the compartment with a cover providing access to the compartment. Various means are disclosed for preventing excessive verticle and horizontal movement of the desk stucture during vehicular travel utilizing the vehicle seat belt, the center armrest, the seat cushion and the seat back. A power outlet is provided for utilizing electrically powered accessories with the desk stucture.

Abstract: A medical monitor (1) comprises a recess (6) in its bottom side. A lateral wall (9) of this recess (6) is oriented in the same direction as the front panel (2) of medical monitor (1) and carries connectors or jacks. If the medical monitor is operated in a vertical position, its rear panel becomes its top panel. The rear panel does not comprise any connectors, and the connectors at lateral wall (9) as well as patient connectors (3a, 3b, 3c, 4) are oriented downwards. Therefore, the monitor is safe against sprayed or spilled fluids even if operated in vertical position.

Abstract: A vandal resistant, remotely programmable voice communications unit is capable of being programmed for automatically calling predetermined telephone numbers. The unit is programmed remotely from any touch-tone telephone. A vandal-resistant push-button actuator employs first and second axially spaced apart, slidable seals on a push-button mounted within a housing. The seals absorb transverse blows to a raised portion of the push-button and a lubricant is disposed between the seals to prevent an adhesive inserted by a vandal from disabling the actuator. A speaker and microphone baffle utilizes offset passageways to inhibit the introduction of a pointed object therethrough to prevent damage to the speaker or microphone. A raised push-button actuator is disposed inwardly of an escutcheon and shaped to form a concave, ring-shaped surface therewith, thus to inhibit damage to the inner surface of the escutcheon from a hammer blow.