Abstract: The mobile or portable telephone includes a circuit board (15); a battery compartment (5) for a battery (20) located on a first side of the circuit board (15) and a pivotable card receptacle (10) for a telephone card arranged on the first side of the circuit board (15) next to the battery compartment. The card receptacle (10) is pivotable between a first position (25) in which the telephone card cannot be inserted or removed from the card receptacle when the battery (20) is in the battery compartment (5) and a second position (30) in which the telephone card is insertable or removable from the card receptacle even when the battery (20) is in the battery compartment (5). A button (B) may be provided for activation of the pivoting of the card receptacle into the second position from the first position. The card receptacle (10) preferably locks in the first position (25) when put in the first position and may be unlocked from the first position (25) by operation of the button (B).

Abstract: An inexpensive, PCMCIA-based radio transceiver is provided that interfaces to a separate baseband modem, which may itself be PCMCIA-based or may be an internal modem of a notebook computer. Together, the PCMCIA-based radio transceiver and the baseband modem realize a wireless modem. In order to miminize cost and increase versatility of the resulting wireless modem, the radio transceiver is a relatively unintelligent, protocol-agnostic, slave device that is controlled by commands issued by the baseband modem. The baseband modem may be a hardware modem or a software modem. In either case, the character of the baseband modem may be changed by downloading new software. The radio transceiver may also be exchanged for another within a family of radio transceivers, each of which customized for a particular radio standard. The result is an extremely flexible, extremely low-cost wireless modem solution.

Abstract: A cordless telephone handset. The cordless telephone handset has telephone circuitry with a front side. The front side of the telephone circuitry has a top end and a bottom end. A housing is provided having a top shell and a bottom shell where the top shell and the bottom shell are disconnectable. The housing is adapted to substantially enclose the telephone circuitry when the top shell and the bottom shell are mated in a direction from the top end to the bottom end of the telephone circuitry.

Abstract: The invention relates to an electronic device having a housing, which has a housing wall with openings for control elements and/or display elements. An external wall element, which at least partially covers the housing wall, is detachably connected to the housing. The external wall element has openings which are aligned with the openings in the housing wall. As a result, by using different external wall elements the external appearance of the electronic device can be easily modified.

Abstract: An entertainment device is provided. The entertainment device includes a main processing station which provides an output signal. The main processing station includes a control interface. A front panel is removably connected to the control interface. The front panel includes a memory for storing multimedia content. The front panel provides control parameters to the main processing station. The content of the memory is provided to the main audio processing station for output. In addition, the front panel processes and presents the stored multimedia content as a portable device. Both control parameters and multimedia (e.g. audio or video) information may be exchanged between the front panel and the main processing station. The front panel also includes a telecommunications device and an alarm transponder.

Abstract: A device for connecting a main board with an LCD module in a folder type portable radiotelephone which includes a body element having the main board, a folder having a speaker unit, the LCD module and a hinge arm, and a hinge disposed in the hinge arm for mechanically coupling the body element and the folder with each other such that the folder can be rotated at one end of the body element. The folder further includes a flexible printed circuit connected to a speaker unit and the LCD module.

Abstract: This purpose of this device is to protect an after market car stereo, of DIN size, installed in a vehicle from environmental pollutants, conditions, and theft. The device has tapering sides, which will allow it to fit onto after market car stereos installed in cars where there is minimal distance between the after market stereo and the dash of the car. The composition of the device is a multiple thickness plastic. This is what allows the device, when applied in a vehicle with an after market car stereo installed, to give the car a look of having no stereo installed. There is medium density foam located in the inside of the back plate, which acts as both an insulator and a filter against environmental pollutants and conditions.

Abstract: A wireless device such as a wireless telephone includes stackable modules. Each of the modules provides an independent wireless device function. Each of the modules stacks onto and connects to at least one of the other modules. Each of the modules includes a communications contact connected to a communications contact of at least one of the other modules. Each of the modules also includes a power bus contact connected to a power bus contact of at least one of the other modules. The modules include a memory module, a flash memory module, a read only memory (ROM) module, a random access memory (RAM) module, a central processing unit (CPU) module, a display module, a keypad module, a transceiver module, a battery module, a global positioning satellite (GPS) receiver module, and the like. Each of the modules includes keying patterns to ensure that the modules are connected together in a proper order.

Abstract: A wireless video swivel phone device includes a pivoting module. The pivoting module includes at least one video camera lens for capturing video images from at least one direction. The pivoting module rotates to allow the at least one video camera lens to capture video images from different directions. The pivoting module includes an ear cup portion that provides audio output to a user's ear for using the wireless video swivel phone as an ear-to-mouth audio phone communication device.

Abstract: A television receiver monitor intended to be built into a wall and used in connection with an audio/video entertainment center can be adapted to provide various visual aspects corresponding to the control capabilities of the user. When only a bezel surrounding the screen is visible, all controls are made through a control center unit of the audio/video entertainment center, so that the user must have a high degree of knowledge about the overall system, whereas when the bezel and a control panel are visible, the user need not extensively involve himself with the audio/video entertainment center except to control the audio portion of the program. When confronted with an unsophisticated or underage user, a speaker grill is provided in addition to the bezel and control panel, so that no interaction with the audio/video entertainment center is required by the user in order to enjoy a video and audio program.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a communication station (MT; FIGS. 1, 2; FIGS. 3, 4) including a power supply unit (6, 6′, 6″), a core unit (1) connectable to the power supply unit (6, 6′, 6″) and constituted by a mechanically rigid assembly (9-14, 15-1, 15-2, 16-20) of all other electrical units of the communication station except for the power supply unit, and a shell unit (2-6) which houses the core unit (1) and comprises no electrical units of ther communication station. Front and back housings of the shell unit can be exchanged easily, since no electrical connections are necessary to the core unit during the exchange. Thus, differently shaped communication stations can be easily achieved from a variety of differently shaped housings.

Abstract: A tradesworker's radio has a weather and impact resistant features to enable a tradesworker to use the radio under adverse working conditions, such as construction or other work sites. Louvered grills covering moisture resistant loudspeakers are angled downward to protect the speakers from direct splash in case the radio is left outdoors in a heavy downpour. A layer of felt-like material is interspersed between the louvered grills and the loudspeaker cones to offer improved moisture resistance. A non-telescoping antenna of the rubber covered spring type material folds neatly into recess when not in use. The controls include waterproof pushbuttons for on/off, volume adjustment, a weather channel, AM/FM selection and tuning. Elastomeric blocks are bonded to the interior of the housing and the blocks have bonded threaded studs, which are used to shock mount the radio circuit board to the inside of the housing. This circuit board is treated with a conformal coating to improve its moisture resistance.

Abstract: A portable phone includes a front portion, and a cover made of titanium material and detachably engaged onto the front portion of the portable phone for shielding the electromagnetic waves generated by the portable phone. The cover includes a latch or one or more sockets or one or more catches for engaging with the latch opening or the lock studs or the lock notches of the portable phone and for detachably securing the cover to the portable phone. The cover includes a number of orifices and a window for aligning the dial buttons and the displayer of the portable phone.

Abstract: A phone connector assembly for cellular phones that lack locking connector capability, including a cup-shaped member for cradling the phone having a base at one end with terminal contact pins, and a flexible retainer at the other end which snap-locks into a recess in the top of the phone and holds the phone securely in the cup-shaped member.

Abstract: A millimeter wave transceiver package is provided. Housings for electronic, RF, and support components of the transceiver with an RF transparent cover are stacked vertically in a multilayer structure. The channelized RF housing affects a reduction of 5:1 by minimizing the components placed on the housing. The design and position of the regulator/controller allows the use of surface mount parts and simplified DC and RF interfaces further contributing to design efficiency and reduced costs. Additionally, costs are reduced through the appropriate selection and application of materials. The generic housing for the millimeter wave module assembly accommodates frequencies from 20 to 40 GHz without design change, thus improving the modular character.

Abstract: A portable communication device assembly comprises a first communication device housing (12), a second communication device housing (14), and a snap retainer (40) for interconnecting the housings (12 and 14).

Abstract: An integrated system concurrently connects voice and data communications devices used by small and medium sized businesses to a network T1 data line terminating at the customer premises. A system chassis includes multiple slots and backplane connectors for removably receiving a bank controller unit (BCU), power service unit (PSU), and one or more different types of smart and dumb voice and data access modules that provide the functional interface to the customer premises equipment. The BCU controls the operation of the system, which can be configured by the customer through an external terminal interface.

Abstract: A headset case for a wireless headset allows the headset to be coiled for safe storage and convenient transport. A circuitry cabinet of the headset is secured to a rotating spool that is then rotated to wind up wired connections between the cabinet and the headphones of the headset. Finally, the headphones are secured on the case. Preferably, the case is integrated into an audio or telephone unit with which the headset is used.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mobile telephone wherein a manner of exposing a button portion thereof can be variably changed. The mobile telephone of the invention includes a telephone body provided with a button portion, and interchangeably button covers detachably fixable to the telephone body so that a mechanism for protecting or covering and exposing the button portion can be selectively changed into a bar type cover, a flip type cover or a sliding lid type cover. The interchangeable button cover may include a bar unit including a frame removably mounted on the telephone body in a such way that the frame covers the button portion and keypads provided on one side of the frame and interlocks with the telephone key buttons of the button portion. The interchangeable button cover may also include a flip unit including a frame attached to the telephone body and a flip type cover hingedly connected to the frame for exposing the button portion by pivoting the flip type cover into an open position.

Abstract: The invention relates to an electronic device having a housing (1) which has a housing wall (5) with openings (7) for control elements (8) and/or display elements (9, 10). Attachment device (11) for detachably connecting to the housing (1) an external wall element (14) which at least partially covers the housing wall (5) being present on the housing (1), the external wall element (14) having openings (7′) which are aligned with the openings (7) in the housing wall (5). As a result, by using different external wall elements (14) the external appearance of the electronic device can be easily modified.

Abstract: A radio receiver (1), preferably a car radio, is proposed which is protected against theft and is used for mobile phone calls. To that end, the radio receiver (1) has a removable control panel (5) for operating the radio receiver (1), wherein the control panel (5) has a keypad (10). The control panel (5) has a radio device (50), preferably embodied as a radio telephone for communication with at least one radio station. Furthermore, at least one interface (15) is provided, by way of which, when the control panel (5) is connected to the radio receiver (1), data and/or antenna signals can be exchanged between the control panel (5) and the radio receiver (1). The radio device (50) can be operated using the keypad (10).

Abstract: A digital, wireless PC/PCS modem is disclosed for incorporation with personal home computers, laptop units, hand-held computer units, and cellular phones for providing wireless communication via satellite transmission. The invention is a device that combines a personal computer (PC) modem with a satellite link and relay system for computers. This will allow the user to establish a communications link with Internet(TM) access, access to direct dial telephones, faxing on demand, hyperterminal access for remote computer link-up, video, and voice applications. Utilizing existing software and hardware, this invention uses digital satellite technology and combines it with a PC modem for access to various communication links including phone links, without a phone line. In order to accomplish this, the laptop has a type II PCMCIA card slot for receiving the PC modem. An antenna is attached to the plug-in cellular phone card for the modem using a swivel joint assembly.

Abstract: A cellular telephone with a changeable key arrangement has a housing, a first circuit board, a second circuit board, and a processor. The housing has a plurality of keys arranged in a first manner. The first circuit board is a rigid printed circuit board having a first connector on an upper side of the first circuit board. The second circuit board is installed above the first circuit board and below the plurality of keys. The second circuit board has a plurality of key switches arranged in the first manner for interacting with the plurality of keys to generate corresponding key-pressing signals, and a second connector detachably connected with the first connector for transmitting the key-pressing signals. The second circuit board is changeable so that keys arranged with different patterns can be installed onto the housing.

Abstract: An improved LCD display module for use in a radio telephone has integrated side keys which simplify the assembly of the telephone and provide other advantages.

Abstract: A mobile electronic apparatus in which various functions can be easily added without impairing the mobility and without making any change in the hardware. The mobile electronic apparatus is carried by its authorized user to perform various types of electrical information processing, and has an attachment part detachably attached to a main body of the apparatus for performing a predetermined function, which attachment part has an input/output section for inputting/outputting information. The apparatus also has an interface section for transferring input/output signals relating to the information between the attachment part and the main body. The invention is applicable in mobile electronic apparatus having an attachment part detachably attached thereto, internet appliances such as cell phones, mobile electronic information terminals, and PDAs.

Abstract: An automatic identification of the features associated with an audio system for a vehicle based on the selection of the associated bezel (14). The audio system includes a printed circuit board (34) having at least one finger pad (30) thereon in communication with a microprocessor (16). The microprocessor (16) includes programming sequences for various possible features for the audio system. The bezel (14) may have no, one or multiple programming tabs (36) in alignment with corresponding finger pads depending upon the model of bezel chosen. Contact of the finger pads due to the programming tabs will indicate to the microprocessor which programming sequence needs to be initiated to activate the appropriate features corresponding to that particular bezel installed on the audio assembly.

Abstract: A portable radio communication apparatus having a key protruding mechanism is disclosed. A key operation board has a plurality of keys mounted thereon, and the key operation board is moved such that the keys protrude from the housing when the apparatus is used and retract within the housing when the apparatus is not used.

Abstract: A tradesworker's radio has a weather and impact resistant features to enable a tradesworker to use the radio under adverse working conditions, such as construction or other work sites. Louvered grills covering moisture resistant loudspeakers are angled downward to protect the speakers from direct splash in case the radio is left outdoors in a heavy downpour. A layer of felt-like material is interspersed between the louvered grills and the loudspeaker cones to offer improved moisture resistance. A non-telescoping antenna of the rubber covered spring type material folds neatly into recess when not in use. The controls include waterproof pushbuttons for on/off, volume adjustment, a weather channel, AM/FM selection and tuning. Elastomeric blocks are bonded to the interior of the housing and the blocks have bonded threaded studs, which are used to shock mount the radio circuit board to the inside of the housing. This circuit board is treated with a conformal coating to improve its moisture resistance.

Abstract: A telecommunication system incorporates individual station instruments simplified by wireless operation, voice dialing, prepaid and custom-programmed operating characteristics, all enabled by cooperative operation with supporting central equipment. Wireless operation of the central equipment involves a multiple port wireless platform along with other units for interfacing a multitude of mobile station instruments simultaneously for interactive audio communication to: program the operating characteristics as with respect to language, out call, anti-fraud and available data, as well as to regulate, control, monitor and record operations of the instruments, and bridge communication with selected remote terminals through the public switched telephone network. Message capability, rapid dialing, emergency abort to an operator station and security features supplement the basic system.

Abstract: A portable telephone to which additional function units, such as a flip unit and a slide unit, that provide additional functions for the main body of a portable telephone, are easily mounted on the case of a basic unit that includes only the essential units required for speech. One or more of an LCD bezel 40, a flip cover 50, a keypad bezel 60, grips 70, a keypad slide cover 80 and a slide cover 90, which are additional function units, are mounted on a basic unit 20. Therefore, this arrangement can cope with a request from a user who desires to alter a portable telephone he or she purchased to obtain a model he or she favors.

Abstract: An input device for an electronic device such as a mobile phone includes an analog input device for scanning through an input space of records and a digital input device for selecting a current record presented on a display. The analog input device is a flip pivotably arranged by an attachment device on a housing of the electronic device. The attachment device is provided with a rotational sensor device connected to a processing device incorporated in the housing. An angle between the flip and the housing corresponds to a sensor value, translated and interpreted by the processing device, to show a particular record on the display.

Abstract: An audio system for vehicles, in particular for motor vehicles, comprises a device component (A) permanently fixed to the vehicle, and a mobile component (B) connected to the device component in a mechanically detachable way. The device component further comprises a control unit (1), and the mobile component further comprises a transponder for storing a numerical code. The function of the audio system is interrupted when the mobile component is removed from the device component, and resumed, following an authorization check, when the mobile component (B) is replaced. The authorization check is performed by the control unit which further comprises a comparator unit (2) for comparing the numerical code transmitted by the transponder (T) with a security code previously stored in the device component.

Abstract: A casing for electronic equipment including first and second structural elements and a structure for mechanically connecting the first and second structural elements by elastic engagement. The structure for mechanical connection including an elastically deformable leg integral with the first structural element, a transverse projection borne by the leg, and a shoulder formed on the second structural element. The shoulder constitutes a stop configured to collaborate with the projection and hold the leg in place. The structure for mechanical connection by elastic engagement includes a structure for immobilizing the projection facing the shoulder.

Abstract: The invention discloses a retractable antenna system for wireless communication devices. The invention allows the entire antenna assembly, including ground plane and impedance matching circuitry, to be moved away from the wireless communication device and extend beyond any housing, such as a portable computer, to improve antenna performance. The disclosed embodiments include movable sections which can move the ground plane and active radiating element of the antenna outside a housing which encloses or partially encloses the communication device, such as when a PC Card cellular modem is placed within the housing of a laptop or notebook computer. Other embodiments include sections which are detachable from the wireless communication device.

Abstract: An integrated outdoor radio and directional antenna system provides a direct RF connection(s) on the signal path between a directional antenna and radio components to remove the lossy RF cable(s). Direct connections between the various components of the integrated radio and directional antenna system enable reduced cost and ease of manufacture. In certain embodiments, the integrated directional antenna and radio system provides a direct RF connection between the directional antenna and the radio, and a printed wiring board (PWB) -mounted connector provides a direct digital connection between the radio board(s) and a medium access control (MAC) board. An input/output (I/O) interface provides a digital network interface between the MAC unit and indoor processing circuitry. The digital network interface enables packets of digital information to pass between the indoor processing circuitry and the integrated directional antenna and radio system.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is disclosed for wireless communication of a computer with a wireless network or a wireless device. In one embodiment of the present invention, a pc card is configured for insertion into a computer pc card slot. Additionally, a sliding assembly is housed within the pc card. This sliding assembly is operable for sliding into a retracted position and a protruded position. When in the retracted position, the sliding assembly is mostly concealed within the pc card. When in the protruded position, the sliding assembly is partly exposed outside of the pc card. Furthermore, an antenna element is fitted inside the sliding assembly. When the sliding assembly is in retracted position, this antenna element enables wireless communication of a computer with a wireless network or a wireless device.

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 vehicle computer system has a housing sized to be mounted in a vehicle dashboard or other appropriate location. A computer is mounted within the housing and executes an open platform, multi-tasking operating system. The computer runs multiple applications on the operating system, including both vehicle-related applications (e.g., vehicle security application, vehicle diagnostics application, communications application, etc.) and non-vehicle-related applications (e.g., entertainment application, word processing, etc.). The applications may be supplied by the vehicle manufacturer and/or by the vehicle user.

Abstract: A projection (41) protrudes downward from the lower side edge portion of a third electronic control unit (40). The projection forms a recess which houses a first electronic control unit (20) under the third electronic control unit (40) and has a lower opening. The third electronic control unit (40) and a control panel (10) are electrically connected to each other via connectors (13, 43). A second electronic control unit (30) is placed on the upper surface of the third electronic control unit (40), and the first and third electronic control units (20, 40) and the second and third electronic control units (30, 40) are respectively detachably connected to each other via connectors.

Abstract: A cordless apparatus for permitting the hands-free use of a cellular telephone while driving a vehicle. The device comprises a main body including a speaker, a microphone, a supporting member and a securing means for securing the telephone to the main body. The main body comprises a head and a base, wherein the telephone cradle is substantially centrally located within the main body, between the head and the base. The telephone cradle has a top receiving end and a bottom receiving end, comprising a charging unit located substantially adjacent to the bottom receiving end of the telephone cradle. The speaker is positioned on the head of the main body substantially adjacent to the top end of the telephone cradle, and the microphone is located on the base of the main body, substantially adjacent to the receiving end of the telephone cradle. The supporting member comprises a first end affixed to the main body and a second end comprising a cigarette lighter adapter.

Abstract: A portable electronic device including a display detachably mounted to a power source. The display including a virtual image display apparatus. The power source including a detachably mounted battery. A communication interface is provided between the display apparatus and the portable electronic device for permitting data exchange between the display apparatus and the portable electronic device. The communication interface provided can be either a standard electrical interface such as an electrical connector or a solid form factor design including cooperating contact areas or a wireless interface such as an infra red optical link or a radio frequency link.

Abstract: An adapter device for downloading stored data from a pager device to a digital computer. A pager device with holster includes an interface circuit board with transmission circuitry, either wired or wireless, for downloading logic level signal, data stored in the pager to a host digital computer for input via the RS-232C interconnect.

Abstract: According to the present invention, a technique for processing data is provided. The invention provides a flexible way to process data such that a user may conveniently enter and transfer data. Also, the user may have ready access to powerful data processing. In an embodiment of the present invention, a novel system (110) for mobile data processing is provided. The system includes an interface unit (116) that includes a processor (122). A positioning system (120) couples to a first antenna (126) and to the processor. A remote data terminal (118) electrically couples to the interface unit during at least a first time period. The remote data terminal is capable of data transfers with the interface unit during the first time period and with a user.

Abstract: An integrated circuit type car audio system can be operated at a general mode or an IC card mode. In the integrated circuit type car audio system, comparator compares a password number stored in the integrated circuit card which is loaded on said system with a reference password number. Mode select section generates a general mode select signal or an integrated circuit card mode signal to select a general mode or an integrated circuit card mode when the stored password number in the integrated circuit card and the reference password number coincide with each other. Controller receives any of the mode select signals selected by the mode select section and generates a mode execute control signal according to the one mode signal selected, and discriminates whether the integrated circuit card is a corresponding card for performing functions of the system based on the comparison result of the comparator.

Abstract: A hand-held satellite mobile phone terminal contains an antenna deployment element with a small antenna attached to the tip area of the antenna deployment element The antenna deployment element is usually folded and stored on the rear side surface of the body of the hand-held satellite mobile phone terminal, and is deployed to become vertical to the rear side surface of the hand-held satellite mobile phone terminal body when it is used. The antenna deployment element is attached to the body of the hand-held satellite mobile phone terminal through a rotational axis so that the small antenna attached to the antenna deployment element can be rotated after deployment in order for its plane to become parallel with the ground surface. Also, the hand-held satellite mobile phone terminal is usable both in a satellite communication system and in a terrestrial cellular communication system.

Abstract: A display can be retractably provided on an upper surface of an instrument panel. The display can be arranged such that it is not overlapped with an operation lever in a parking position P and a driving position D, to which the operation lever is frequently shifted during driving, in the course of eyeshot of the driver in a driver's seat. Hence, the operation lever never obstructs the driver's eyeshot looking at a screen of the display. As a result, the driver can easily monitor or watch the screen of the display without obstruction.

Abstract: In a card-type electronic tuner, a digital broadcasting is received without need of hardware reconstruction of a personal computer used for the digital broadcasting reception. The electronic tuner includes a signal input terminal, a local oscillator, a mixer, an output terminal, a PLL circuit and a data input terminal. All of these components are packaged in a card-type case. A digital signal processor includes a digital signal extractor and/or an A/D converter and is connected between the mixer and the output terminal. The digital broadcasting is received and the data is applied directly to the personal computer. The electronic tuner in the shape of a card can be used with an expansion slot for a memory card of the personal computer and there is no need of reconstructing a hardware of the personal computer.

Abstract: A radio telephone for use in wireless telecommunication has a transmitter/receiver unit (4), a control unit (5), a first antenna (1), the properties of which are optimized for use in stand-by mode, and a second antenna (2), the properties of which are optimized for use during ongoing calls, said second antenna being electrically engageable and disengageable with the transmitter/receiver unit. The radio telephone further has an antenna switch (3), which is arranged to operatively connect the transmitter/receiver unit (4) to either the first antenna (1) or the second antenna (2), said antenna switch supplying the control unit (5) with control signals (7) in response to at least the electrical engagement status of the second antenna. The control unit prevents ingoing as well as outgoing calls from being established, as long as the second antenna according to said control signals is indicated to be electrically disengaged.

Abstract: The scope of the present invention is the antenna arrangement of a radio communication device (87) intended for establishing a two-way connection, with which arrangement it is striven for to reduce the effects of the body on the properties of an antenna and on the other hand to reduce the radiation of the antenna towards the body. The antenna element (81) is planar and it consists of a ground plane and of a radiator (86) essentially parallel to it. The antenna element has been arranged in a position in which the ground plane ends up between the body of the user of the radio communication device and the radiator, and the amplification maximum of the radiation pattern of the antenna is directed away from the user of the radio communication device in an operating position typical of the radio communication device.

Abstract: A display portion for displaying various messages for a carrier is provided on one side surface of a substantially-rectangular-parallelepiped radio apparatus main body. The display portion is composed of a main display area and a sub display area which is narrower than the main display area. Operation switches are provided at a lower part of one side surface of the radio apparatus main body. On the other hand, a hollow rectangular parallelepiped holster has engagement pieces for pushing switches in correspondence with the operation switches. When it is detected that the operation switches are pushed by the engagement pieces for pushing the switches, display by the display portion is controlled.