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05-01-2012 дата публикации

Bluetooth device and audio playing method using the same

Номер: US20120003937A1

Автор: Xuebo ZHONG

Принадлежит: SONY ERICSSON MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS AB

The present invention relates to a Bluetooth device and an audio playing method using the same. In which the Bluetooth device may be a Bluetooth headset, including: a locus detection unit, an identification unit and a Bluetooth module, wherein the locus detection unit is configured to detect a motion locus of the Bluetooth headset during a process where the Bluetooth headset is placed onto the user's ear; the identification unit configured to identify whether the Bluetooth headset is placed on the user's left ear or right ear by comparing the motion locus of the Bluetooth headset with predetermined left ear or right ear characteristic loci, and transmit an identification result to the Bluetooth module; the Bluetooth module is configured to receive left channel audio signal when the identification result of the identification unit is left ear, and receive right channel audio signal when the identification result is right ear.

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Номер записи: 1

19-01-2012 дата публикации

Digital Data Transfer Via Audio Signal Conductors

Номер: US20120014531A1

Автор: Paul G. Yamkovoy

Принадлежит: Bose Corp

An electro-acoustic transducer or a device into which an electro-acoustic transducer is incorporated has at least two audio signal conductors through which the electro-acoustic transducer or device may be coupled to another device to convey analog audio signals representing sounds at a time when the other device places a relatively low DC bias voltage across the at least two audio signal conductors, and to be operated as a digital serial bus to exchange pieces of digitally-encoded data concerning the electro-acoustic transducer at a time when the other device places a relatively high DC bias voltage across the at least two audio signal conductors.

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Номер записи: 2

26-01-2012 дата публикации

Audio jack reset

Номер: US20120019306A1

Автор: John R. Turner, Seth M. Prentice

Принадлежит: Individual

This document provides apparatus and methods for providing low-power operation of an interface circuit during an interval when a port of the interface circuit is in an uncoupled state.

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Номер записи: 3

26-01-2012 дата публикации

Dual earphone using both bone conduction and air conduction

Номер: US20120020501A1

Автор: Sang Chul Lee

Принадлежит: Vonia Corp

Disclosed is an earphone set using both bone conduction and air conduction. The earphone set includes: a dual earphone which allows a user to selectively hear sounds from the front or rear side of the earphone set; a case cover provided at an end of the dual earphone; a cylindrical reinforcing frame assembled on one side of the case cover; a finishing ring mounted on the outer peripheral surface of the cylindrical reinforcing frame; a top cover assembled on one side of the cylindrical reinforcing frame and the finishing ring and having an extension projection at one side thereof; a rubber ear cap assembled at a front end of the extension projection to be inserted into an ear hole of a user; and a bone conduction vibrator provided inside the dual earphone.

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Номер записи: 4

09-02-2012 дата публикации

Cellular telephone, personal digital assistant and pager unit with capability of short range radio frequency transmissions

Номер: US20120034873A1

Автор: Peter V. Boesen

Принадлежит: Individual

A cellular telephone system, including a cellular telephone transceiver unit, an ear piece which receives the voice vibrations of a user, and a wireless linkage operatively connecting the ear piece to the cellular telephone transceiver unit, allows a user to be in a hands-free mode when using a cellular telephone. The cellular telephone transceiver unit includes a personal digital assistant and a pager with a vibration module. The ear piece generally uses a bone sensor along with an air sensor placed in the external auditory canal of the user to detect the voice vibrations of the user. Further, a speaker is included in the ear piece to allow the user to hear incoming data from the cellular telephone transceiver. The wireless linkage uses low power radio frequency waves to send and receive signals between the ear piece and the cellular telephone transceiver unit. Both the ear piece and the cellular telephone transceiver unit require power which is supplied by batteries. Both the ear piece and the cellular telephone transceiver may be recharged by simply placing them in a docking station.

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Номер записи: 5

16-02-2012 дата публикации

Headphones system

Номер: US20120039481A1

Автор: John Mcclain

Принадлежит: JMPM PROPERTIES LLC

Portable headphones system having a headphones set, a portable media device, and a remote control. The headphones set is adapted to directly mount the portable media device such that a digital audio signal is received directly by a digital audio amplifier of the headphones set. The remote control is adapted to receive song and playlist data from the portable media player and to display this information to the user. The user can issue commands to the portable media player and to the headphones set using the remote control.

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Номер записи: 6

01-03-2012 дата публикации

In-ear headphone

Номер: US20120051574A1

Автор: You-Ruei Lin

Принадлежит: Cheng Uei Precision Industry Co Ltd

An in-ear headphone has a shell, a loudspeaker accommodated in a space of the shell for making sound, an ear cushion fixed on a supporting portion of the shell. A through channel passes the whole supporting portion for connecting the space with outside to transmit the sound produced by the loudspeaker. The ear cushion has a through hole passing through the whole ear cushion. A top of the through hole is enlarged to form a first receiving cavity for receiving a first damper. The first damper can seal against the outside region preventing the particles into the in-ear headphone and damaging the loudspeaker. Also, the first damper adjusts the sound effect of the in-ear headphone. Moreover, the first damper can be taken off the first receiving cavity easily and replaced by another one. So, the user can experience varies sound effect by changing the first damper.

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Номер записи: 7

08-03-2012 дата публикации

Hearing Device System and Method

Номер: US20120057734A1

Автор: Robert B. Schulein, Samuel P. Gido, Stephen D. Ambrose

Принадлежит: Asius Tech LLC

A system for linking together audio signal producing, signal processing, and ear coupling devices comprising, in an embodiment: (1) an in-ear audio coupling device; (2) hearing aid electronics; (3) an external audio signal generating device; and (4) a module for audio mixing and enhancement.

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Номер записи: 8

29-03-2012 дата публикации

Ray tracing apparatus and method

Номер: US20120075300A1

Автор: Jin Suk Hur, Woo Chan Park

Принадлежит: Siliconarts Inc

The ray tracing apparatus for three-dimensional ( 3 D) graphics includes a Central Processing Unit (CPU) for constructing a first Acceleration Structure (AS) for a static object, and creating a second dynamic object by performing a Level Of Detail (LOD) operation on the first dynamic object and a ray tracing core for performing ray tracing based on the first AS and a second AS for the second dynamic object. The CPU or the ray tracing core constructs the second AS for the second dynamic object.

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Номер записи: 9

29-03-2012 дата публикации

Cables with intertwined jackets

Номер: US20120076318A1

Автор: Douglas Weber, Jonathan S. Aase

Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Fibers may be intertwined to form cables for headsets and other structures. The cables may include wires. The wires may be surrounded by a jacket formed from intertwined fibers. The intertwined fibers may include fibers with different melting temperatures. The jacket may be heated to a temperature that is sufficient to melt some of the fibers in the jacket without melting other fibers in the jacket. The melted fibers may flow into spaces between the unmelted fibers and may serve as a binder that holds together the unmelted fibers. The intertwining process may be used to form a bifurcation for a headset. A dipping process may be used to cover the jacket with a coating. The coating may be formed over the entire length of the cable or may be formed in a particular portion of the cable such as the portion of the cable that includes the bifurcation.

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Номер записи: 10

05-04-2012 дата публикации

Reversible behind-the-head mounted personal audio set with pivoting earphone

Номер: US20120082333A1

Автор: Dominic Amae

Принадлежит: Logitech Europe SA

A behind-the-head mounted personal audio set that allows a mono-aural personal audio device to be worn in either a wearer's left or right ear without the need to remove or detach individual components of the personal audio sent and mount is disclosed. In a disclosed embodiment, the personal audio device has two earphone portions and the mount allows the audio device to operate in either mono or stereo modes wherein one of the earphones may be moved away from a wearer's ear when needed, such as when driving. A boom microphone is preferably pivotally secured to one of the earphone portions.

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Номер записи: 11

05-04-2012 дата публикации

Headset

Номер: US20120082334A1

Автор: Charles L. Pedersen, Klaus Rath

Принадлежит: Gn Netcom As

Communication unit comprising a housing ( 1 ) in which at least one transducer is placed, and on which a microphone arm ( 2 ) is suspended. The housing also has an ear hook ( 6 ) for fastening the communication unit to the head of a user. The microphone arm ( 2 ) is pivotally connected to the housing ( 1 ) by a hinge link ( 3,4,5 ) at an outer area of the housing, and so that the microphone arm ( 2 ) can be moved between a position in which it lies up against the housing ( 1 ), and a position in which it extends away from the housing. The microphone arm has a length, which in the main is less than or of the same order as the greatest extent of the housing, so that in the folded-in state the microphone arm does not project out over the circumference of the housing.

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Номер записи: 12

12-04-2012 дата публикации

Communication headset

Номер: US20120087519A1

Автор: Niklas D.B. EMILSSON

Принадлежит: 3M Innovative Properties Co

A communication headset is disclosed. The headset comprises two earpieces: a first earpiece, having a first arm, positionable in front of a wearer's ear and a second arm, positionable behind a wearer's ear, with a first bone conduction speaker carried on the second arm; and a second earpiece, having a first arm, positionable in front of a wearer's ear and a second arm, positionable behind a wearer's other ear, with a second bone conduction speaker carried on the second arm. A first microphone is carried on the first earpiece, and is adapted to detect ambient sound from at least a first direction. A second microphone is carried on the second earpiece, and is adapted to detect ambient sound from at least a second direction.

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Номер записи: 13

03-05-2012 дата публикации

Hearing protection system for use within a helmet

Номер: US20120102629A1

Автор: Chad R. Thornton, Dale Lott, James A. Gee, III, Kevin S. Divers

Принадлежит: SPEAR Labs LLC

An ear seal assembly comprises a front panel, an outer panel, a hidden panel, a rear panel, and an acoustic transparent fabric inner panel, wherein a front edge of the acoustic transparent fabric inner panel is positioned at a right angle along an inside circumference of the front panel and a rear edge of the acoustic transparent fabric inner panel is positioned at a right angle along an inside circumference of the hidden panel.

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Номер записи: 14

10-05-2012 дата публикации

User configurable headset

Номер: US20120114131A1

Автор: Jorg Schlieffers, Mitchell Maiman, Nicole Tricoukes, Thomas K. Roslak

Принадлежит: Symbol Technologies LLC

A headset is described. The headset includes a frame configured to be worn substantially behind the ears of a user. The frame includes a top surface having a first plurality of attachment features and a bottom surface having a second plurality of attachment features. A boom is mechanically coupled to the frame. The boom supports an electronic device. A band is configured to be worn substantially across the crown of the head of the user. The band can be detachably coupled to the first plurality of attachment features such that the boom is oriented on a first side of the frame in a first mode of operation. The band can be detachably coupled to the second plurality of attachment features such that the boom is oriented on a second side of the frame in a second mode of operation.

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Номер записи: 15

10-05-2012 дата публикации

Earbud and method of manufacture

Номер: US20120114161A1

Автор: Jim Tiemens, Stephen D. Gilder

Принадлежит: Honeywell International Inc

An earbud ( 10 ) for carrying sound from a source ( 16 ) to a person's ear canal, includes a soft foam body ( 20 ) and a sleeve ( 26 ) of stiffer material lying within the body. The body is molded around the sleeve and is chemically bonded to the sleeve without an adhesive between them. The earbud is molded around the sleeve by placing the sleeve on a mandrel pin ( 42 ) within a mold cavity ( 32 ) placing foamable material in the mold and closing the mold. The mold has shoulders with one mold shoulder ( 52 ) that abuts one end ( 46 ) of the sleeve and another mold shoulder ( 60 ) that lies within 0.1 millimeter of the other sleeve end ( 62 ), to prevent foaming material from leaking into the space ( 64 ) between the mandrel pin and the sleeve passage.

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Номер записи: 16

24-05-2012 дата публикации

Wireless Digital Audio Music System

Номер: US20120128171A1

Автор: C. Earl Woolfork

Принадлежит: One E Way Inc

A wireless digital audio system includes a portable audio source with a digital audio transmitter operatively coupled thereto and an audio receiver operatively coupled to a headphone set. The audio receiver is configured for digital wireless communication with the audio transmitter. The digital audio receiver utilizes fuzzy logic to optimize digital signal processing. Each of the digital audio transmitter and receiver is configured for code division multiple access (CDMA) communication. The wireless digital audio system allows private audio enjoyment without interference from other users of independent wireless digital transmitters and receivers sharing the same space.

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Номер записи: 17

24-05-2012 дата публикации

Ergonomic System For Compact Winding And Storage Of Earphone Set/Headphones Used With Digital Media Devices

Номер: US20120128193A1

Автор: Dean Stevinson

Принадлежит: Individual

A case stores an earphone set proximate to a digital media device (DMD). The case includes a storage compartment for storing the earphone set proximate a rear side of the DMD. The earphone set may be wound onto a retaining clip that is formed to receive ear-pieces of the earphone set and has a pair of notches, disposed on opposite edges of the clip, about which the two wires are wound. A distance between inner segments of the notches is a function of the length of the wires such that an inline control panel and a junction splitter of the earphone set are positioned within a periphery of the retaining clip. The earpieces and a jack plug of the earphone set may be retained by the clip to facilitate retention of the cable and wires.

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Номер записи: 18

31-05-2012 дата публикации

Methods and apparatuses for sound production

Номер: US20120134524A1

Автор: Yan-Ru Peng

Принадлежит: Individual

Electrical signals corresponding to sound are received at a wire, and sound is generated at a speaker connected to the wire. The sound is resonated in a cavity of a shell housing the speaker, and then passed along a transmission tube toward a pinna of a user's ear without directing the sound directly toward the user's ear canal.

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Номер записи: 19

07-06-2012 дата публикации

Personal audio set with adjustable force mechanisms

Номер: US20120140974A1

Автор: Alexander S. Danielson, Jason Lin, Neil O'Connell

Принадлежит: Logitech Europe SA

A personal audio device including a flexible headband is disclosed. The flexible headband includes a left and right headband portion. The headband has a longitudinal centerline which occupies a substantially single plane. The personal audio device also includes a left earphone, which is secured to a first end of the left headband portion, and a right earphone, which is secured to a first end of the right headband portion. A connector portion connects a second end of the left headband portion with a second end of the right headband portion. The connector portion is linearly adjustable, which enables a distance between the left headband portion and right headband portion to be variable. A change in the distance causes an inversely proportional change in bent compression force applied by a left earphone and applied by the right earphone.

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Номер записи: 20

21-06-2012 дата публикации

Noise Canceling Earphone and a Driving Circuit

Номер: US20120155668A1

Автор: Kwok Wah Kam

Принадлежит: ANPAC SEMICONDUCTOR Ltd

The present invention is related to a noise canceling earphone and driving circuit. The driving circuit integrates onto a single chip through system-on-a-chip (SOC) technology, an analog active noise cancellation (ANC) device ( 203 ), an audio preamplifier ( 204 ), a mixer and a bridge-tied load (BTL) audio amplifier ( 206 ). When implementing the technical solution of the present invention, since the SOC technology is adopted, the following beneficial effects can be obtained: (1) Introduction of new noise signals is prevented; (2) Attenuation and distortion of signals is prevented; (3) Layout of the analog ANC device is simplified such that wiring of the left earpiece and the right earpiece is reduced; (4) External components are reduced, thereby reducing cost; (5) The whole SOC circuit with active noise cancellation (ANC) functionality can be mounted within the earpieces of the earphone; and (6) It comes with application design in preventing time division multiple access noise interference in wireless communications using radio waves.

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Номер записи: 21

21-06-2012 дата публикации

speaker having a wireless link to communicate with another speaker

Номер: US20120155670A1

Автор: Phillip Rutschman

Принадлежит: Qualcomm Inc

A wireless system including a first speaker and a second speaker, where the first and second speakers communicate with each other over a wireless link. In some configurations, the first speaker includes both a primary wireless interface for receiving audio from an audio source and a secondary wireless interface transmitting a portion of the audio to the second speaker. The speaker can incorporate Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to provide the wireless link between each other. The wireless system can be configured to synchronize audio output at the speakers, and can also include a second-speaker detection mechanism that permits the first speaker to be used in either a stand-alone mode, with audio output at only the first speaker, or full-headset mode, with audio output at both speakers when the second speaker is detected within wireless range of the first speaker.

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Номер записи: 22

28-06-2012 дата публикации

Headset With Rotatable Earphone Housing

Номер: US20120163616A1

Автор: Ole Birch

Принадлежит: Gn Netcom As

A headset for voice communication is provided, the headset has a first earphone housing being rotatable about a first rotational axis, and a pickup unit comprising at least one microphone arranged on the earphone housing. The earphone housing comprises an earphone housing circuit, a first speaker for receiving a speaker signal from the earphone housing circuit, and at least a first ring of electrically conductive material formed annularly about the first rotational axis and mounted in electrical contact with the earphone housing circuit. An earphone housing connector part comprises at least a first set of contact members mounted in the earphone housing connector part so as to provide electrical connection between the at least first set of contact members and the at least first ring, to thereby connect the at least first set of contact members to a second speaker and/or an electronic circuit for processing signals.

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Номер записи: 23

12-07-2012 дата публикации

Active noise-cancellation feedback signal transmission

Номер: US20120177213A1

Автор: Laurent Le Faucheur

Принадлежит: Texas Instruments Inc

A noise-cancelling system includes headset for generating a feedback signal for noise-cancellation in response to sound externally generated from the headset. An encoded microphone signal is generated in response to the first feedback signal. An audio generator can be used to generate a noise-cancellation signal in response to the encoded microphone signal and to generate an electronic audio signal in response to the encoded microphone signal and a first output audio signal. An audio connector is provided to couple the encoded microphone signal from the headset to the audio generator and to couple the first electronic audio signal to the headset.

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Номер записи: 24

12-07-2012 дата публикации

Tiltable Earphone

Номер: US20120177240A1

Автор: Soon Ahn Hwang

Принадлежит: Feel's Electronics Co Ltd

An earphone has an ear cushion mounted thereon to be freely tiltable. The body includes an outer case enclosing a sound wave generating means, and a ball joint provided at an end portion of the outer case that has a sound wave path that propagates sound waves out of the body and having an opening communicating with the sound wave path. An operation holder mounted on the outer circumference of the ball joint includes a frictional ball seat whose inner surface contacts with the outer circumference of the ball joint so as to combine an internal passage communicating with the inner space of the frictional ball seat, and a periphery for the ear cushion. Thus, the earphone becomes sturdier because the body and its outer portion are not structurally weakened. Productivity improves by process simplification. The assembly of the sliding portion is done only on the outside of the body.

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Номер записи: 25

12-07-2012 дата публикации

In-ear earphone

Номер: US20120177241A1

Автор: Chun-Ching Chiu, Mu-Tsun Tseng

Принадлежит: Cheng Uei Precision Industry Co Ltd

An in-ear earphone has a shell including an upper shell and a lower shell cooperating with the upper shell to define a resonance space for receiving a loudspeaker. A plurality of damping objects are made of different elastic and compressible materials. A group of first adjusting elements are capable of being replaceablely assembled to the lower shell for receiving external sound signals. Each first adjusting element defines a receiving fillister and a sound hole connected with the receiving fillister. Each first adjusting element has one damping object disposed in the receiving fillister and further disposed between the sound hole and the resonance space. A group of second adjusting elements are capable of being replaceablely assembled to the upper shell for transmitting the sound signals out. Each second adjusting element defines a receiving cavity for receiving one of the damping objects therein and makes it face to the resonance space.

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Номер записи: 26

09-08-2012 дата публикации

Garment with Integrated Earphones

Номер: US20120201412A1

Автор: Antonio Del Prete

Принадлежит: Individual

The invention is a garment with an integrated earphone, headset, and wire. The wire allows an audio signal to travel from an electronic device at one end of the wire to the earphone or earphones, and/or a microphone at the other end of the wire. The wire, or wires, is preferably permanently sewn into the seams of the garment. The earphone may be retractable and/or kept in a small pocket near the collar of the garment to limit the movement of the earphone when it is not being actively used. The integrated earphone and microphone are preferably machine washable and dryable along with the garment with which they are integrated.

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Номер записи: 27

09-08-2012 дата публикации

Module for containing an earpiece for an audio device

Номер: US20120201413A1

Автор: Benjamin Michael Finney, Cody Allen Balk, David Kazmierz Szczypinski

Принадлежит: Research in Motion Ltd

A module for containing an earpiece for an audio device, the earpiece having at least one protruding electrical contact. The module comprises a first portion and a second portion, the first portion and the second portion being opposable and forming a cavity sized to accommodate an earpiece. The module further comprises at least one electrical contact within the cavity, on one of the first portion and the second portion. The electrical contact is positioned to engage a protruding electrical contact of the earpiece positioned within the cavity.

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Номер записи: 28

30-08-2012 дата публикации

Audio Device, System and Method

Номер: US20120217087A1

Автор: Samuel P. Gido, Stephen D. Ambrose

Принадлежит: Asius Tech LLC

An ear device, system and method which through use of at least one vented opening, helps protect against the potentially damaging condition of temporary and even permanent hearing loss as a result of oscillating static pressure in a sealed ear canal. Embodiments include venting for earbuds, headphones, hearing aids, balanced armature transducers and the like.

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Номер записи: 29

13-09-2012 дата публикации

Earphone, switching system and switching method

Номер: US20120230508A1

Автор: Chia-Wang Chuang, Hai-Chao Yang, Jie Zheng, Qian Wei

Принадлежит: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, Hongfujin Precision Industry Shenzhen Co Ltd

A earphone which can communicate with an electronic device includes a sensing unit, a determining unit and a communication unit. The sensing unit detects a rotation of the earphone to generate a direction signal and to obtain a rotating angle. The determining unit determines whether the rotating angle is at least a predetermined angle and generates a rotating signal when the rotating angle is at least a predetermined angle. The communication unit controls the electronic device to execute different operations.

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Номер записи: 30

13-09-2012 дата публикации

Headphones holder with indicia of stored value

Номер: US20120230531A1

Автор: Jim Jackson

Принадлежит: BBY Solutions Inc

The present invention is a headset holder coupled with indicia of stored value. The indicia of stored value may be printed or painted on, or otherwise permanently coupled to, the holder itself, or may be included in a stored value or gift card that is attached to the holder. The headset holder and the stored value card may be constructed from a single sheet of plastic; in such embodiments, separation of the stored value card from the headset holder may be supported by a scoreline in the plastic material. The headset holder may have a spool and two grips. One grip may be configured to secure earphones and the other grip may be configured to secure a jack of the headset. The spool may be configured for winding headset wire. The holder may be configured to hold primarily an earbud headset. The grips may extend or protrude from a central portion, or body of the holder. The spool may also extend from the body. The holder may display an image, such as the image of a creature or plant. The image may depict the grips as hands of a displayed creature. The image may depict the spool as the head of the creature.

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Номер записи: 31

13-09-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Preventing Tangling for Wired Earphones

Номер: US20120230533A1

Автор: William Dallas

Принадлежит: Individual

An earphone wire cover with three separate arms resembling drinking straws joined together in a Y-configuration into which the ear phone speakers and plug are inserted and passed through. These covers enclose most of the wire from the electronic device to the earphones. The three sections are joined together with a flexible tape or string so that, when the earphones are to be stored, the three arms can be brought together as three parallel tubes holding the bulk of the wire by simply flipping the bottom section into alignment with the upper two sections. The invention can be easily re-deployed by simply folding the bottom section out again and separating the top ends to make a Y. An alternate embodiment of the invention can have a microphone hole in one of the arms.

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Номер записи: 32

27-09-2012 дата публикации

Speaker

Номер: US20120243722A1

Автор: To-Teng Huang

Принадлежит: Individual

A speaker includes a ferrite yoke plate, an inner magnet, a first pole member, an outer magnet, a second pole member, a diaphragm, and a voice coil. Both the inner and the outer magnets are disposed on the ferrite yoke plate, and are spaced apart from each other. The first pole member is disposed on a top of the inner magnet, while the second pole member on a top of the outer magnet. Besides, a circumference of the first pole member and a circumference of the second pole member are spaced apart from each other and define a gap. The voice coil is connected with the diaphragm, and extends axially into the gap between the two pole members. Thereby, the magnetic line of force in the speaker can be more regularly concentrated, and the driving efficiency of the voice coil be promoted, making the present invention particularly suitable for micro-speakers.

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Номер записи: 33

04-10-2012 дата публикации

Audio device and method for audio outputting

Номер: US20120250874A1

Автор: hua-lin Liu

Принадлежит: Futaihua Industry Shenzhen Co Ltd, Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd

An audio device includes a headphone jack to receive a headphone plug, an audio output unit connected to the headphone jack, a detecting unit, and a control unit. The detecting unit detects insertion of a headphone plug into the headphone jack when playing an audio file. The control unit directly decreases an output power of the output unit to a first preset value within a preset period in response to the detected insertion of a headphone plug into the headphone jack, and gradually increases the output power of the output unit to a second preset value after the preset period is elapsed. A related method is also provided.

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Номер записи: 34

11-10-2012 дата публикации

Integrated psychoacoustic bass enhancement (pbe) for improved audio

Номер: US20120259626A1

Автор: Pei Xiang, Ren Li

Принадлежит: Qualcomm Inc

Psychoacoustic Bass Enhancement (PBE) is integrated with one or more other audio processing techniques, such as active noise cancellation (ANC), and/or receive voice enhancement (RVE), leveraging each technique to achieve improved audio output. This approach can be advantageous for improving the performance of headset speakers, which often lack adequate low-frequency response to effectively support ANC.

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Номер записи: 35

18-10-2012 дата публикации

Method and device of implementing compatibility with wired earphones

Номер: US20120263313A1

Автор: Chengdong Yu, Hailong Liu, Konggang Wei, Tongbang Zhang

Принадлежит: Huawei Device Co Ltd

Embodiments of the present invention provide a method and device of implementing compatibility with wired earphones. The method includes: judging the type of an earphone plug; and controlling, according to the type of the earphone plug, a circuit switch to conduct a circuit path corresponding to the type of the earphone plug. With the method and device provided by the embodiments of the present invention, a terminal device is compatible with earphones of two different standards.

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Номер записи: 36

01-11-2012 дата публикации

Dj mixing headphones

Номер: US20120275615A1

Автор: Daniel Levine, Joshua B. Poulsen, Peter M. Kelly, Richard P. Alden

Принадлежит: Skullcandy Inc

A set of headphones designed to be used by DJ's for the purpose of mixing two or more music tracks being played from two or more audio playing devices. The headphones are configured such that a DJ can easily mute one headphone speaker so that the DJ can listen to a first music track that is being played through a sound system. At the same time, the headphones are configured to direct the complete stereo signal to the other headphone speaker so that the DJ can listen to the complete audio from a second music track. For example, when the DJ presses an audio control button, the set of headphones can automatically mute one of the speakers on the headphones, and automatically direct all of the stereo channels to the opposing speaker on the set of headphones.

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Номер записи: 37

06-12-2012 дата публикации

Adaptive noise canceling architecture for a personal audio device

Номер: US20120308025A1

Автор: Ali Abdollahzadeh Milani, Gautham Devendra Kamath, Jeffrey Alderson, Jon D. Hendrix, Nitin Kwatra

Принадлежит: Cirrus Logic Inc

A personal audio device, such as a wireless telephone, includes an adaptive noise canceling (ANC) circuit that adaptively generates an anti-noise signal from a reference microphone signal that measures the ambient audio and an error microphone signal that measures the output of an output transducer plus any ambient audio at that location and injects the anti-noise signal at the transducer output to cause cancellation of ambient audio sounds. A processing circuit uses the reference and error microphone to generate the anti-noise signal, which can be generated by an adaptive filter operating at a multiple of the ANC coefficient update rate. Downlink audio can be combined with the high data rate anti-noise signal by interpolation. High-pass filters in the control paths reduce DC offset in the ANC circuits, and ANC coefficient adaptation can be halted when downlink audio is not detected.

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Номер записи: 38

13-12-2012 дата публикации

Sheath to mask electrical conductor

Номер: US20120314895A1

Автор: Charles M. Siebenberg

Принадлежит: Individual

A portable, flexible cover connected between a source of signals such as an MP3 player and headphones, the flexible cover comprising a substantially flat and flexible surface encapsulating a conductor yet substantially resting on a surface or on the body of a wearer and have a design to mask the conductor and minimize tangling thereof.

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Номер записи: 39

27-12-2012 дата публикации

Ear muff

Номер: US20120324626A1

Автор: Gabriele Torreggiani

Принадлежит: CTE INTERNATIONAL Srl

An ear muff is provided and includes a mounting having at least an end portion to which a support element for a loudspeaker is associated. The support element is configured as a single body with the end portion of the mounting.

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Номер записи: 40

27-12-2012 дата публикации

Earphones

Номер: US20120328144A1

Автор: Frank E. Dugger, Yumi Fujiwara Benedicto-Dugger

Принадлежит: Individual

This invention provides novel earphones. In one embodiment, the earphones are configured for listening to music from a bust-mounted media player. In another embodiment, the earphones are configured for listening to music from an arm mounted media player.

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Номер записи: 41

03-01-2013 дата публикации

Terminal device and application control method

Номер: US20130005267A1

Автор: Mao Asai, Yusuke Nakayama

Принадлежит: NTT DOCOMO INC

A mobile telephone ( 1 ) includes a link establishment detection module ( 18 ) that detects establishment of a link with Bluetooth headphones ( 2 ), an application setting check module ( 17 ) that checks whether an application ( 12 ) to be started is set to inhibit playback through the Bluetooth headphones ( 2 ), a link termination control module ( 19 ) that terminates a link with the Bluetooth headphones ( 2 ) when establishment of the link with the Bluetooth headphones ( 2 ) is detected and setting to inhibit playback through the Bluetooth headphones ( 2 ) for the application ( 12 ) to be started is recognized, and a speaker control module ( 20 ) that switches output of the speaker ( 16 ) to mute when a link is terminated by the link termination control module ( 19 ).

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Номер записи: 42

10-01-2013 дата публикации

Coaxial sound generating unit cartridge and a two-way earphone using the same

Номер: US20130010998A1

Автор: Ki Young Seo

Принадлежит: Ki Young Seo

Provided is a two-way earphone. The present invention comprises: a main earphone body on the inside of which are respectively disposed a first sound generating unit and a second sound generating unit for generating sounds of mutually different playback audio bandwidths upon input of an electrical signal; a housing which has a first holder part where the first sound generating unit is inserted, and has a second holder part where the second sound generating unit is inserted, and also has a partition wall that is formed with at least one first sound releasing hole for releasing the sound generated from the first sound generating unit between the first holder part and the second holder part; a cap which is assembled onto the second holder part, and through which is formed at least one second sound releasing hole for releasing, to the outside, a mixed sound resulting from the intermixing of the sound released through the first sound releasing hole and the sound generated from the second sound generating unit; and a base plate for supplying a power source and an electrical signal to the first sound generating unit and the second sound generating unit.

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Номер записи: 43

31-01-2013 дата публикации

Portable speaker

Номер: US20130028457A1

Автор: Chih-Shan Yeh, Ming-Yu Chen, Yien-Chun Kuo

Принадлежит: HTC Corp

A portable speaker having a base, a cover, a scissors mechanism, a positioning mechanism, a restoring element, a push-push type mechanism and a speaker module is provided. The scissors mechanism, the positioning mechanism, the restoring element, the push-push type mechanism are disposed between the base and the cover, respectively. The scissors mechanism translates the cover vertically. The positioning mechanism translates the cover to an original position, a first position or a second position. The restoring element repositions the cover from the first position to the original position or the second position. The push-push type mechanism fixes the cover to the original position or the second position. The speaker module is disposed in the base or the cover, wherein the sound from the speaker module is able to be output from the interval between the base and the cover when the cover is at the second position.

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Номер записи: 44

14-02-2013 дата публикации

Audio headset with bio-signal sensors

Номер: US20130039509A1

Автор: Cheng-I Chuang, Koohyoung Lee

Принадлежит: Neurosky Inc

An audio headset with bio-signal sensors is provided. In some embodiments, an audio headset that includes one or more electroencephalography (EEG) sensors is provided.

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Номер записи: 45

21-02-2013 дата публикации

Apparel with built-in headphone extension wire device

Номер: US20130044908A1

Автор: Lawrence Mark Gotlieb

Принадлежит: Lawrence Mark Gotlieb

The present invention provides for the embodiments for a combined apparel and conductive extension wire assembly to bridge connectivity between a portable audio listening devices and transducers that emit audio sounds. The combined garment and extension wire assembly comprises of a garment (such as a shirt, jacket, cap, etc.) having an electrical wire with a connector on one end positioned within the interior of a garment pocket for conductive connectivity to the audio output of a portable listening device held within said pocket. The extension wire assembly shall channel through the interior of the garment through passageways or within garment seams, extending to garment apertures wherein a left and right channel wire shall respectively pass through and exit the apparel fabric having each wire ending with a connector enabling further conductive connectivity respectively to left and right channel transducers emitting audio sounds.

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Номер записи: 46

28-02-2013 дата публикации

Locking member for joining portions of an assembly

Номер: US20130050909A1

Автор: Craig M. Stanley

Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Electronic device assemblies may have multiple parts. A first electronic device assembly structure may be attached to a second electronic device assembly structure using a locking member. The locking member may include a tip portion that is inserted into a guiding channel in the assembly and a disposable portion that breaks away from the tip portion during assembly. Barbs on the locking member tip may resist retraction of the tip following assembly. A cam locking structure may help hold the first and second structures together. Locking features may resist longitudinal motion between the first and second structures. Snap features may provide a fail-safe mechanism to prevent disassembly of the assembly following an accidental dislodgement of the tip portion. The tip portion and assembly structures may be configured to resist bowing in the assembly structures.

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Номер записи: 47

21-03-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for confirming control information of earphone in portable terminal

Номер: US20130070937A1

Автор: Hyo-Jin Kim, Woo-Cheol LEE

Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

An apparatus and method for confirming control information that is input through an earphone in a portable terminal are provided. The apparatus includes an interface to which an earphone connects, and a controller for creating bit information dependent on a key input provided from the earphone connected through the interface, and confirming control information corresponding to the bit information.

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Номер записи: 48

28-03-2013 дата публикации

Accessory controller for electronic devices

Номер: US20130075241A1

Автор: Christopher D. Prest, Claudio V. Di Leo, Jahan C. Minoo

Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Accessories such as headsets for electronic devices are provided. A headset may be provided with a button controller assembly that has user-actuated buttons and a microphone. The microphone may be formed by mounting a microphone transducer on a printed circuit board. A housing may be mounted over the transducer to form a sealed cavity for the transducer. Circuitry may be mounted on portions of the printed circuit board that extend beyond the edges of the microphone housing. The button controller assembly may have dome switches. The dome switches may have a housing that encloses dome switch components and that forms a structural internal part for the button controller. The dome switch housing structure may have tabs or other engagement features that mate with corresponding engagement features in a button member. The button member may be pressed by a user to actuate a desired dome switch.

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Номер записи: 49

04-04-2013 дата публикации

Mobile Device Case with Retractor Reel Assembly for User-Provided Headphones

Номер: US20130083456A1

Автор: David Conroy, Scott Koenig

Принадлежит: Individual

A mobile device case includes a reel assembly, including a reel, a supporting plate, and a hub between the reel and the supporting plate. The hub includes a first cavity between the hub and the supporting plate for housing a spring, and a second cavity between the hub and the reel for housing a flat flexible cable (FFC). The spring is wound in a first direction, while the FFC is wound in a second direction. The FFC includes a first end for electrically coupling to a female jack connector of a device. A female connector is electrically coupled to a second end of the FFC for engaging a male jack connector of user-provided headphones. When the reel rotates in the first direction, the spring tightens and the FFC loosens. When the reel rotates in the second direction, the spring loosens and the FFC tightens.

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Номер записи: 50

04-04-2013 дата публикации

Bone Conduction Earphone, Headphone and Operation Method of Media Device Using the Same

Номер: US20130083940A1

Автор: Hwang Sung Jae

Принадлежит: KOREA ADVANCED INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Provided are a bone conduction-based earphone, a bone conduction-based headphone and a method for operating a medium device using the same. 1. A bone conduction-based earphone , comprising:a bone conduction sensor operable to detect a sound transferred through a bone of a person; anda controller operable to manipulate a medium device connected to the earphone in response to a pattern of the sound when the sound is detected by the bone conduction sensor.2. The bone conduction-based earphone according to claim 1 , wherein the sound detectable by the bone conduction sensor is a sound from the collision of teeth of a user.3. The bone conduction-based earphone according to claim 1 , wherein the bone conduction sensor has at least two channels to induce an improved recognition rate.4. The bone conduction-based earphone according to claim 2 , further comprising a filtering unit operable to filter frequency bands other than a frequency band of the sound of the collision of teeth.5. A bone conduction-based headphone claim 1 , wherein the earphone defined in is configured to be worn on a head of a user in a headphone type.6. An earphone connectable to a medium device and insertable into the ear of a person claim 1 , the earphone comprising:a first unit operable to generate an air conduction sound in response to an electric signal generated from the medium device; anda second unit operable to detect a bone conduction sound transmitted through a bone of a person, the second unit operable to manipulate the medium device according to a pattern of the bone conduction sound.7. The earphone according to claim 6 , wherein the first unit includes:a magnet operable to form an electric field according to the electric signal from the medium device; anda vibration plate operable to vibrate according to the electric field.8. The earphone according to claim 7 , wherein the second unit includes:a sensor operable to detect a bone conduction sound from the collision of teeth of a user;a ...

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Номер записи: 51

04-04-2013 дата публикации

Headphone

Номер: US20130083955A1

Автор: Takayuki Miyazawa

Принадлежит: JVCKenwood Corp

A headphone includes: a housing, a hanger, and a bracket accommodated in the housing. The hanger includes: a connecting portion formed in a ring-shape; and a pair of engagement portions opposite to each other in a radial direction of the connecting portion and supports the housing unit to allow the housing unit to rotate. The bracket includes: a flexible curved base; and a pair of protrusions protruding at both ends of the base portion in directions away from each other on an axis penetrating the both ends. The housing includes a pair of through holes at positions corresponding to the pair of engagement portions. The pair of protrusions is rotatably engaged with the pair of engagement portions through the pair of through holes.

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Номер записи: 52

11-04-2013 дата публикации

Bone conduction device support

Номер: US20130089229A1

Автор: Helena Pruss Cindric, Henrik Jeppesen, Mark Flynn, Martin Práme, Stefan Kristo

Принадлежит: Cochlear Ltd

A prosthetic support, including a structure configured to apply a clamping force to a head of a recipient while extending about a back of at least one of a head or neck of the recipient such that output generated by a device supported by the structure is directed into skin of the recipient at a location behind an ear canal of the recipient that covers the mastoid bone of the recipient.

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Номер записи: 53

11-04-2013 дата публикации

EAR WARMER WITH A SPEAKER SYSTEM

Номер: US20130089230A1

Автор: Le Gette Brian E., REEB David L., TIPP Alan S.

Принадлежит: 180S, INC.

A frame has an interior side and an exterior side. The frame is configured to extend around the back of a user's head. A first membrane is coupled to at least a portion of the interior side of the frame. In one embodiment, a second membrane is coupled to the first membrane. The first membrane and the second membrane define a receptacle and an opening that communicates with the receptacle. In one embodiment, a speaker is disposed in the receptacle. A first electrical wire has a first end electrically coupled to the speaker and a second end including a connector. The connector can be disposed proximate to the opening of the receptacle. The connector is configured to be electrically coupled to a second electrical wire. 1. An apparatus , comprising:an ear warmer shell defining a first receptacle and a second receptacle, a membrane disposed between the first receptacle and the second receptacle;an ear warmer frame, at least a portion of the ear warmer frame configured to be disposed in the first receptacle;a first speaker configured to be disposed in the second receptacle;a second speaker;a connector;a first wire electrically coupling the first speaker to the connector;a second wire electrically coupling the second speaker to the connector; anda coupling device coupled to at least one of the first electrical wire, the second electrical wire, the connector, the first speaker, or the second speaker, the coupling device configured to be coupled to at least one of the ear warmer shell or the ear warmer frame.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the coupling device includes a tab configured to be sewn to the ear warmer shell.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a third wire configured to electrically couple the connector to an audio-output jack of an electronic device.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the coupling device is a first coupling device coupled to the connector and a first portion of the ear warmer shell claim 1 , the apparatus further comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 54

18-04-2013 дата публикации

MUSIC PLAYING CONTROL METHOD AND MUSIC PLAYING TERMINAL

Номер: US20130094659A1

Автор: Liu Chuan

Принадлежит: ZTE CORPORATION

The invention discloses a music-playing control method and a music playing terminal. The method comprises the following steps: optical-proximity inductive sensors in the earphone sense there is an object within their effective induction ranges, and trigger the earphone to send control signals to a music playing terminal, wherein the control signals are used for indicating the optical-proximity inductive sensors that have sensed the objects; the music playing terminal determines the motion trail of the object within a preset time period according to the received control signals and the time of receiving the control signals and executes control instructions corresponding to the motion trail. Through the invention, the music-playing control becomes simple and convenient, and the user experience is improved. 1. A music-playing control method , comprising:using optical-proximity inductive sensors in an earphone to sense an object within effective induction ranges of the inductive sensors, and to trigger the earphone to send control signals to a music playing terminal, wherein the control signals are used for indicating the optical-proximity inductive sensors that have sensed the object;using the music playing terminal to determine a motion trail of the object within a preset time period according to the received control signals and a time of receiving the control signals and to execute control instructions corresponding to the motion trail.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein using the music playing terminal to determine a motion trail of the object within a preset time period according to the received control signals and time of receiving the control signals comprisesusing the music playing terminal to:determine whether the optical-proximity inductive sensors are located in a left earphone or right earphone according to the control signals;determine the motion trail of the object according to the time of receiving the control signals within the preset time ...

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Номер записи: 55

18-04-2013 дата публикации

HANDS-FREE MOBILE AUDIO DEVICE FOR WIRELESSLY CONNECTING AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH HEADPHONES FOR TRANSMITTING AUDIO SIGNALS THERETHROUGH

Номер: US20130094660A1

Автор: Miller Garold C., Weinstein Nathan Daniel

Принадлежит: HALO2CLOUD LLC

A wireless hands-free mobile audio device is provided for wirelessly connecting an electronic device with at least one headphone speaker for transmitting audio signals therethrough, essentially transforming any set of headphones into a wireless headset. The mobile audio device comprises a housing having a wireless interface for connecting with the electronic device, and an audio output port for transmitting audio signals received by the mobile audio device from the electronic device to at least one earpiece or speaker connected thereto. The mobile audio device can also include a pre-attached earpiece component in addition to the separate audio output port permitting use of the device either by attaching a standard set of headphone to the housing or attaching a singular earpiece for use with the pre-attached earpiece component where audio signals are simultaneously transmitted to the pre-attached earpiece and the audio output port. 1. A hands-free mobile audio device for wirelessly connecting an electronic device with a headphone speaker for transmitting audio signals therethrough , said mobile audio device comprising:a housing;a wireless interface for connecting with at least one electronic device for transmission of audio signals from the electronic device to the mobile audio device;at least one audio output port provided on the housing for transmitting audio signals received by the mobile audio device from the electronic device to at least one headphone speaker connected thereto; andfastening means for securing the housing in place for use.2. The mobile audio device according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one audio output port comprises an interface adapted to receive a complementary input from a separate headphone speaker claim 1 , wherein connection of the headphone speaker input with the interface on the device housing permits audio signals received by the mobile audio device to be transmitted through the headphone speaker.3. The mobile audio device ...

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Номер записи: 56

25-04-2013 дата публикации

CONTROLLER FOR A HEADPHONE ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20130101126A1

Автор: KOHLRAUSCH Armin Gerhard, Van De Par Steven Leonardus Josephus Dimphina Elisabeth

Принадлежит: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.

A controller for a headphone arrangement () comprises a drive circuit () which generates a signal for an earphone () from an audio signal. The drive signal is fed to the earphone () causing this to reproduce the audio signal. A first circuit () determines a signal level for the audio signal and a second circuit () determines an ambient sound level from a microphone signal from a microphone (). A third circuit () determines an attenuated ambient sound level for the user from the microphone signal and an ambient sound attenuation of the earphone (). A gain controller () controls the gain of the audio drive circuit () for the audio signal in response to the ambient sound level, the attenuated ambient sound level and the signal level. The dynamic and automated gain control may be used to reduce the risk of hearing damage e.g. by automatically restricting the sound level experienced by the user to the ambient sound level. 1101. A controller for a headphone arrangement () comprising:{'b': 203', '105', '101', '105', '105, 'an audio drive circuit () for generating a drive signal for an earphone () of the headphone arrangement () from an audio signal, and for feeding the drive signal to the earphone () to cause the earphone () to reproduce the audio signal at a first sound level;'}{'b': '217', 'a first circuit () for determining a signal level for the audio signal;'}{'b': 207', '109, 'a receiver () for receiving a microphone signal from a microphone ();'}{'b': '209', 'a second circuit () for determining an ambient sound level from the microphone signal;'}{'b': 211', '105, 'a third circuit () for determining an attenuated ambient sound level for the user from the microphone signal and an ambient sound attenuation of the earphone (); and'}{'b': 205', '203, 'a gain controller () for controlling a gain of the audio drive circuit () for the audio signal in response to the ambient sound level, the attenuated ambient sound level and the signal level.'}2205203. The controller of ...

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Номер записи: 57

25-04-2013 дата публикации

Method and Device for Earphone and USB to Share Micro-USB Interface

Номер: US20130101132A1

Автор: Gu Jianliang, Gu Zhan

Принадлежит: HUIZHOU TCL MOBILE COMMUNICATION CO., LTD.

The present disclosure generally relates to the technical field of mobile apparatuses, and discloses a method and a device for an earphone and a USB to share a Micro-USB interface. The method comprises the following steps of: A. detecting whether USB lines or earphone lines are plugged into the Micro-USB interface and generating a corresponding control signal to a control module by an interface detecting module; and B. selecting to activate a USB task or turn on an audio path according to the control signal by the control module. The present disclosure allows the earphone function and the USB function to be achieved through a single Micro-USB interface (i.e., the battery charger, the data lines and the earphone function are integrated together), and can be implemented in a simple structure and at a low cost. 1. A device for an earphone and a universal series bus (USB) to share a Micro-USB interface , comprising a Micro-USB interface module disposed on the device , the device further comprising a control module and an interface detecting module which are connected to the Micro-USB interface module;wherein the interface detecting module is configured to detect whether USB lines or earphone lines are plugged into the Micro-USB interface and generate a corresponding control signal to the control module; andthe control module is configured to select to activate a USB task or turn on an audio path according to the control signal.2. The device for an earphone and a USB to share a Micro-USB interface of claim 1 , further comprising an audio circuit claim 1 , a USB data transceiving circuit and a recharging circuit which are connected to the control module respectively;wherein when the interface detecting module detects that the USB lines are plugged into the Micro-USB interface, a first control signal is generated to the control module, and the control module controls the Micro-USB interface to be connected to the USB data transceiving circuit and/or the recharging circuit ...

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Номер записи: 58

02-05-2013 дата публикации

Protector for earphone cord and earphone using the protector

Номер: US20130108098A1

Автор: Zhong-Shu Qin

Принадлежит: Fih Hong Kong Ltd, Shenzhen Futaihong Precision Industry Co Ltd

An earphone includes a headset plug and an earphone cord connecting to the headset plug. A protector is located around the junction of the headset plug and the earphone cord. The protector includes a fastening member secured to the headset plug, and a rotary member located around the earphone cord and assembled to the fastening member, so that the rotary member can rotate relative to the fastening member with the earphone cord when the earphone cord is bent.

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Номер записи: 59

09-05-2013 дата публикации

Audio Coupling System

Номер: US20130114816A1

Автор: Lee Noel, Leung David

Принадлежит:

A device for the sharing audio signals. A pair of headphones includes circuitry for connecting to an audio signal input, as is typical, but also for connecting to an audio signal output. The audio output allows a plurality of personal listening devices, for example headphones, to be linked together allowing a plurality of listeners to listen to the same audio signal, yet maintain the utility provided by a headphone listening system 1. An audio listening device comprising:a personal listening device electrically connectable to audio equipment by a cable to receive an electrical audio signal;circuitry electrically connected to the personal listening device to provide said electrical audio signal to one or more audio transducers connected to the personal listening device; anda connector attached to the personal listening device and electrically connected to the circuitry to receive the electrical audio signal and allow connection of a second cable, the second cable receiving the electrical audio signal.2. The audio listening device of claim 1 , wherein a second personal listening device is connected to the second cable to receive the electrical audio signal.3. The audio listening device of claim 1 , wherein the circuitry connects the audio transducers in parallel with the electrical audio signal.4. The audio listening device of claim 1 , wherein the circuitry connects the audio transducers in series with the electrical audio signal.5. The audio listening device of claim 1 , wherein the circuitry filters the electrical audio signal.6. The audio listening device of claim 1 , wherein the circuitry amplifies the electrical audio signal.7. The audio listening device of claim 1 , wherein the personal listening device is a pair of headphones.8. The audio listening device of claim 1 , wherein the headphones include two connectors for detachably connecting stereo cables to the headphones.9. The audio listening device of claim 8 , wherein the two connectors are female connectors ...

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Номер записи: 60

09-05-2013 дата публикации

EARPHONE IMPORTING OUTER SOUND

Номер: US20130114841A1

Автор: Hwang Soon Ahn

Принадлежит: Feel's Electronics Co., Ltd.

An earphone minimizes the design elements for importing sound. It operates without a battery, is lightweight, harmonizes the design and ventilation of the paths for sound transmission, insulation and exhaust, and for augmenting and/or alleviating speaker vibration, and has its outer sound path and transmission path tilted. The earphone comprises a speaker, a body with a cover, a speaker sound path in the body to transmit sound toward the external auditory canal, and a worn portion including a cushion in a holder enclosing the speaker path worn in the external auditory canal. The body includes an outer sound path which imports sound. The worn portion includes a transmission path that receives the sound from the outer sound path and transmits it toward the external auditory canal. The outer sound path and transmission paths are insulated from sound from the speaker and the speaker sound path, respectively. 1. An earphone importing outer sound comprising a speaker which generates speaker sound depending on electric signals , a body which includes a cover enclosing the speaker , a speaker sound path provided in the body to transmit the speaker sound toward the external auditory canal , and a worn portion which includes a cushion that is provided in a holder enclosing the speaker path and is worn in the external auditory canal , the earphone importing outer sound characterized in that ,the body includes at least one outer sound path which imports the outer sound outside of the body into the inside of the body;the worn portion includes at least one transmission path that receives the outer sound from the outer sound path and transmits it toward the external auditory canal; andthe outer sound path and the transmission path are insulated from sound from the speaker and the speaker sound path, respectively.2. The earphone importing outer sound according to claim 1 , wherein the speaker is installed so as to divide the internal space of the cover in two of an upper space and ...

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Номер записи: 61

09-05-2013 дата публикации

Methods of making hyaluronic acid/collagen compositions

Номер: US20130116411A1

Автор: Jacob F. Pollock, Nicholas J. Manesis, Xiaojie Yu

Принадлежит: Allergan Inc

Hyaluronic acid and collagen may be crosslinked in aqueous solution as described herein. The crosslinked macromolecular matrices obtained in this process may be used as a hydrogel for implants and fillers for human aesthetic and therapeutic products.

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Номер записи: 62

16-05-2013 дата публикации

INVERTIBLE EAR TIPS FOR AN EAR PIECE

Номер: US20130118829A1

Автор: Sanford Emery, Stiehl Kurt

Принадлежит: Apple Inc.

An ear piece for providing audio (e.g., from an electronic device) to the user is provided. The ear piece may include a compliant element operative to be inserted in the user's ear such that the compliant element deforms to retain the ear piece in the user's ear. The compliant element may include a connector portion coupling the compliant element to the ear piece housing, and an outer portion folded over the ear piece housing. To improve the user's comfort, the compliant element may be manufactured inverted, such that parting lines or other defects due to the manufacturing process are located on the outer surface of the inverted outer portion. Then, when the compliant element is inverted post-manufacturing, the parting lines and other manufacturing defects may be hidden from view and from touch (e.g., the parting lines are then on the inner surface of the outer portion). 125-. (canceled)26. An ear piece for providing audio to a user of an electronic device , the ear piece comprising:an ear piece housing;an inner ear-tip component coupled to an end of the ear piece, the inner ear-tip component comprising a first material;an outer ear-tip component integrally formed with the inner ear-tip component, the outer ear-tip comprising a second material and the second material being less rigid than the first material, wherein a parting line on a surface of the outer ear-tip component faces towards the ear piece housing.27. The ear piece of claim 26 , wherein the outer ear-tip component comprises a curved cylindrical outer portion.28. The ear piece of claim 26 , the outer ear-tip component further comprising:a first portion extending away from the inner ear-tip component;a second portion comprising a fold; anda third portion extending towards the inner ear-tip component.29. The ear piece of claim 28 , wherein the outer ear-tip component is folded such that an the third portion of the outer ear-tip component is placed adjacent the inner ear-tip component.30. The ear piece of ...

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Номер записи: 63

16-05-2013 дата публикации

Methods and systems to support auditory signal detection

Номер: US20130120124A1

Автор: Jeff Lancaster, Robert E. De Mers

Принадлежит: Honeywell International Inc

Methods and apparatus are provided for producing an auditory alert that comprises sonic properties to an equipment operator wearing an auditory headset prior to the presentation of the auditory alert to the operator. The method comprises measuring an at-ear ambient noise spectrum, determining frequencies within the at-ear ambient noise spectrum that have relative minimum intensities and enhancing the magnitude of the determined relative minimum intensities. The method then generates the auditory alert incorporating the enhanced relative minimum intensities.

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Номер записи: 64

16-05-2013 дата публикации

EAR DEVICE FOR IMPROVED FIT AND SOUND

Номер: US20130121518A1

Автор: Dahl Linda D.

Принадлежит:

The present invention is directed to an in-the-ear device sized and shaped such that the in-the-ear device universally and ergonomically fits into the human ear without slipping out and providing the user with a comfortable fit. The in-the-ear device is secured in the user's ear taking advantage of the natural curvature of the human to provide support and shift the center of gravity from outside the ear to further inside the pinna to prevent the device from slipping out while retaining a high level of comfort. 1. An in-the-ear device , suitable for wearing in a user's outer ear , the in-the-ear device comprising:a main body portion with a first side distal to the user, a second side medial to the user, a center of gravity, and a sound channel acoustically directed into the user's auditory canal;the sound channel having a cavity to receive a sound producing device; andthe cavity having a depth of about 0.10 inches, thus positioning the center of gravity of the ear device closer to the second side and more medial to the user, thereby providing an in-the-ear device that remains situated in the user's ear during physical activity.2. The in-the-ear device of claim 1 , further including a first protuberance that fits under the crus of the helix of the user's ear.3. The in-the-ear device according to claim 2 , further comprising at least one alignment mark placed on the first side and below the first protuberance claim 2 , for positioning of the sound producing device within the cavity.4. The in-the-ear device of claim 1 , further including a notch that provides contact relief to the user's antitragus.5. The in-the-ear device of claim 1 , further including a second protuberance that extends into the user's ear canal but does not sealingly engage the ear canal.6. The in-the-ear device according to claim 1 , wherein the in-the-ear device is made from an electrical insulating material.7. The in-the-ear device according to claim 1 , where the in-the-ear device is made from a ...

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Номер записи: 65

23-05-2013 дата публикации

CORD ORGANIZER

Номер: US20130126661A1

Автор: Detweiler Sean D.

Принадлежит:

An illustrative embodiment of the present invention relates to a cord organizer having a base with first and second posts extending therefrom. First and second flexible nubs couple with the first post and the second post, respectively. The first and second flexible nubs each extend substantially outward from the posts and in a direction opposite and away from the other flexible nub. The result is a cord organizer device formed of two posts around which a cord may be wrapped in a figure-eight pattern. The flexible nubs at the ends of each post help to hold the cord onto the posts by preventing the cord from slipping off the ends of the posts on its own. However, when the cord is to be un-stowed from the cord organizer, the cord can be pulled straight away from the cord organizer, causing the flexible nubs to elastically flex to allow the cord to pass without requiring undue pivoting or rotating of the cord organizer, and further without causing twisting of the cord about its longitudinal central axis. The flexible numbs may be removable and replaceable to enable personalized customization of the cord organizer by a user. 1. A cord organizer , comprising:a base having a bottom surface and a top surface;a first post extending outward from the top surface of the base;a second post extending outward from the top surface of the base;a first flexible nub removably and replaceably mounted to the first post; anda second flexible nub removably and replaceably mounted to the second post;wherein the first and second flexible nubs are configured in such a way as to extend outward from the first and second posts, respectively, at post ends distal from the base forming a ledge hindering a cord wrapped about the first and second posts from sliding off an end of the first and second posts opposite the base while also having sufficient flexibility to substantially remove the ledge by a flexing action out of the way when the cord wrapped about the first and second posts is forcibly ...

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Номер записи: 66

23-05-2013 дата публикации

Headphone System for Activating a Control Module

Номер: US20130129110A1

Автор: Harper Patrick Sean

Принадлежит: KADDAN ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

A system for remotely controlling an audio device or the audio emitted by a pair of headphones/earbuds through the coupling of coupling devices (with each other and/or with a coupling base), which may be part of the headphones/earbuds, respectively. The coupling of the headphones may effectively create a switch, which is connected to the input of a remote control module. The remote control module may send a specific signal to the audio device through a pin on the headphone plug (which may be received by a headphone jack on the device though a multi-pin cable interface). This signal may be determined by a control module activated via the completion of a circuit through the temporary coupling of the two earbuds/headphones. The audio device, to which the plug is connected via a headphone jack, may perform various actions based on the signal emitted via a pin on the headphone ring. 1. A headphone system , comprising:a first headphone including a first transducer;a second headphone including a second transducer;a first coupling device;a second coupling device; andcircuitry configured to remotely control a portable audio device, control the volume of audio produced by the first and second transducers, and/or mute the audio produced by the first and second transducers based on coupling of the first and second coupling devices with each other.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first and second coupling devices are conductive of electricity claim 1 , and the circuitry includes a circuit that is completed by the physical connection of first and second coupling devices.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the first headphone includes a first housing claim 2 , the second headphone includes a second housing claim 2 , the conductive first coupling device is exposed through a surface of the first housing claim 2 , and the conductive second coupling device is exposed through a surface of the second housing.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first coupling device includes a ...

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Номер записи: 67

23-05-2013 дата публикации

Double Earphone Structure and Electronic Device

Номер: US20130129137A1

Автор: Zheng Daqing

Принадлежит:

The present invention provides a double earphone structure and an electronic device. The double earphone structure comprises a primary earphone assembly having a primary earphone rod, and a secondary earphone assembly having a secondary earphone rod which can be in snapping connection with the primary earphone rod. When desired in use, the secondary earphone rod is detached from the primary earphone rod, and the primary earphone receiver and the secondary earphone receiver can be used simultaneously so as to obtain dual-channel, stereo effect. When not in use, the secondary earphone rod is connected with the primary earphone rod via a snapping structure, so it is convenient to retract the double earphone structure into an earphone cable retracting means. 1. A double earphone structure , comprising:a primary earphone assembly having a primary earphone rod; anda secondary earphone assembly having a secondary earphone rod which can be in snapping connection with the primary earphone rod.2. The double earphone structure according to claim 1 , wherein a first snapper provided on an inner wall of the secondary earphone rod can be in engagement with a second snapper provided on an outer wall of the primary earphone rod claim 1 , so as to secure the secondary earphone rod onto the primary earphone rod.3. The double earphone structure according to claim 1 , wherein the primary earphone rod is provided with a transmitter.4. The double earphone structure according to claim 3 , wherein the primary earphone rod is further provided with a switch for controlling rotation of a micro motor which is used for driving a winding reel to rotate so as to retract the double earphone structure.5. The double earphone structure according to claim 4 , wherein the primary earphone rod is further provided with an induction magnet cooperating with other inductive components so as to control the micro motor to stop rotating.6. The double earphone structure according to claim 5 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 68

30-05-2013 дата публикации

Personal Listening Device

Номер: US20130136279A1

Автор: Adamson Robert B.A., Bance Manohar, Brown Jeremy A

Принадлежит:

Among other things, an audio device for transmission of sound information to a user's pinna is disclosed, the device having an actuator and a rigid backing attached to the actuator so as to form a gap without walls between the actuator and the backing. 1. An audio device for transmission of sound information to a user's pinna , the device comprising an actuator and a rigid backing attached to the actuator so as to form a gap without walls between the actuator and the backing.2. The device of in which the backing has a top end and a bottom end claim 1 , the actuator has a top end and a bottom end claim 1 , the backing and actuator are attached near their respective top ends by a first simple support claim 1 , and the backing and actuator are attached near their respective bottom ends by a second simple support.3. The device of in which the first and the second simple supports are each fabricated of ABS plastic.4. The device of in which the backing has a top end and a bottom end claim 1 , the actuator has a top end and a bottom end claim 1 , the actuator has a first metallic vane originating from a first shim overhanging the top end and attaching to the top end of the backing claim 1 , and the actuator has a second metallic vane originating from a second shim overhanging the bottom end and attaching to the bottom end of the backing.5. The device of in which the actuator has a first layer of piezoelectric material and a second layer of piezoelectric material claim 4 , the first shim interposes the first layer and the second layer claim 4 , and the second shim is mounted overtop the second layer.6. The device of in which there are a multiplicity of layers of piezoelectric material of approximately equal area and a multiplicity of shims of approximately equal length claim 5 , with shims N interposing layers N and N+1 if present claim 5 , in which each shim has a length exceeding that of the layers claim 5 , each odd-numbered shim has an odd-numbered metallic vane ...

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Номер записи: 69

30-05-2013 дата публикации

Inflatable ear piece with pressure relief valve

Номер: US20130136285A1

Автор: Frank Naumann

Принадлежит: Siemens Medical Instruments Pte Ltd

An ear piece is formed for insertion and placement in an external auditory canal, preferably for deep insertion and in close vicinity of a tympanic membrane inwardly bounding the auditory canal. The ear piece has an inflatable balloon which, when it is inflated, expands and braces against the walls of the auditory canal. When it is deflated, it may be withdrawn from the auditory canal. The ear piece has a receiver module with a sound generator and a connection to an exterior device (e.g., a hearing aid, an MP3 player, a cell phone). The receiver module is integrally formed with a pressure relief valve that allows the balloon to be deflated by external activation. A pull cord pulls a valve piston off a valve seat, whereupon the pressure in the balloon is relieved and the ear piece may be pulled out of the auditory canal.

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Номер записи: 70

30-05-2013 дата публикации

HEADPHONES WITH INTERCHANGEABLE DECOR STRIP

Номер: US20130136293A1

Автор: Hsiung Jacky, Lee Kendrew, Lee Noel

Принадлежит: Monster Cable Products, Inc.

Audio headphones for personalizing a wearer's headphones by inserting a variety of interchangeable décor strips onto a headband of the headphones. The interchangeable décor strips may include many different designs, colors and materials. 1. A headphone assembly with an interchangeable décor strip , the headphone assembly comprising:a headband for reaching over a wearer's head and having a top surface, a first headband end, and a second headband end;a first ear piece and a second ear piece, the first and second ear pieces including speakers and configured to wear over a wearer's ears, the first ear piece coupled to the first headband end and the second ear piece coupled to the second headband end; anda removable and replaceable décor strip having a first décor strip end and a second décor strip end, décor strip being disposed on the top surface of the headband, the first décor strip end being coupled to the first headband end and the second décor strip end being coupled to the second headband end.2. The headphone assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the headband includes a recessed top surface; andthe décor strip resides in the recessed top surface thereby positioning the décor strip on the headband.3. The headphone assembly of claim 1 , wherein the décor strip includes a first strip attachment device at the first strip end and a second strip attachment device at the second strip end claim 1 , and the headband includes a first headband attachment device at the first headband end for coupling to the first strip attachment device claim 1 , and a second headband attachment device at the second headband end for coupling to the second strip attachment device.4. The headphone assembly of claim 3 , wherein the attachment devices are magnetic attachment devices and wherein the strip attachment devices and the headband attachment devices have opposing magnetic polarity.5. The headphone assembly of claim 4 , wherein the strip attachment devices are tongues and the headband attachment ...

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Номер записи: 71

30-05-2013 дата публикации

Earphones

Номер: US20130136294A1

Автор: Jacky Hsiung, Noel Lee

Принадлежит: Monster Cable Products Inc

An earphone having an acoustically transparent passage with a moveable cover for controlling the amount of ambient sound transmitted to a listener's ear canal. In the fully closed position, the cover prevents or restricts ambient sound from reaching the listener's ear canal. In an open position the cover allows entry of the ambient sound into the listener's ear canal, increasing the listener's safety during situations requiring awareness of external sounds, and allows participation in conversations and the like. Optionally, the cover exposes or hides and indicator to the onlooker when it is moved, allowing the onlooker to see the state of the device.

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Номер записи: 72

06-06-2013 дата публикации

Container, image forming apparatus, and electronic device

Номер: US20130140409A1

Автор: Masahiro Yonekawa

Принадлежит: Ricoh Co Ltd

A container, disposed on an external side surface of an apparatus housing, to contain a cable therein, includes a guide part to guide a cable extending from an interior of the apparatus housing. The guide part may be formed by extending downward from a part of the container to serve as a regulation part to regulate movement of the cable. The end of the regulation part may be further bent upward from a part of the container to support the cable from below. The guide part is further formed into a loading part to load the cable inside the container or further includes a divider. As such, the guide part may be formed into various shapes for effectively use an internal and external space of the apparatus.

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Номер записи: 73

06-06-2013 дата публикации

Microphone Slots for Wind Noise Reduction

Номер: US20130142351A1

Автор: Andersen Michael Hoby

Принадлежит: GN Netcom A/S

A communication device () comprising a housing () with a housing wall () bounding a space (). The housing () comprises a first housing part () and a second housing part (), which are joined along a dividing line (), whereby a first abutment face () of the first housing part () abuts a second abutment face () of the second housing part () along the dividing line (). A first microphone transducer () is arranged in the housing (). The first microphone transducer () comprises a microphone opening (), which is connected to the space (). The space () is communicating with the surroundings via a peripheral line () of housing openings () in the outer side () of the housing wall () arranged along the dividing line (), and housing channels () extending between the housing openings () and the inner side () of the housing wall (). The housing channels () and the housing openings () are provided as recessions () in the first abutment face (). The invention also relates to the manufacturing such a communication device. 1. A communication device comprising a housing , the housing comprises a housing wall with an inner side and an outer side , and wherein the housing comprises a first housing part and a second housing part , which are joined along a dividing line , whereby a first abutment face of the first housing part abuts a second abutment face of the second housing part along the dividing line ,a space bounded by the inner side of the housing wall,a first microphone transducer arranged in the housing, the first microphone transducer comprises a microphone opening, which is connected to the space, whereinthe space is communicating with the surroundings via a peripheral line of housing openings in the outer side of the housing wall arranged along the dividing line, and housing channels extending between the housing openings and the inner side of the housing wall, and whereinthe housing channels and the housing openings are provided as recessions in the first abutment face.2. A ...

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Номер записи: 74

06-06-2013 дата публикации

RACE PROGRESS APPARATUS

Номер: US20130142377A1

Автор: Walsh Duncan Christopher

Принадлежит:

A portable unit usable by a person when carrying out an exercise. The unit is programmable with details of a virtual athlete and their performance in a specific race, to enable the user to race against the virtual athlete. The unit informs the user through headphones of the progress of the virtual athlete during a race being carried out by a user. The unit may also be pro grammable with periodic encouragement messages for a user. 126-. (canceled)27. A portable unit wearable by a person when carrying out exercise , the unit being programmable to provide unique audible encouragement messages , messages of instruction , and/or messages of time elapsed , which messages can be personalized by a user and provided at required programmable intervals , the unit incorporating a digital sound player to enable a user to listen to music when messages are not given by the unit.283. A portable unit according to claim 27 , in which the digital sound player is in an MP format.29. A portable unit according to claim 27 , in which the unit is configured such that when the unit gives encouragement messages claim 27 , messages of instruction claim 27 , and/or messages of time elapsed claim 27 , these interrupt the playing of the digital sound player.30. A portable unit according to claim 27 , in which the unit includes a set of headphones.31. A portable unit according to claim 30 , in which the unit is incorporated within a casing of the headphones.32. A portable unit according to claim 31 , in which the casing and headphones are waterproof so that the apparatus is usable by a person swimming.33. A portable unit according to claim 27 , in which the unit includes a screen to provide messages to a user.34. A portable unit according to claim 27 , in which the unit is mountable on a bike.35. A portable unit usable by a person when carrying out exercise claim 27 , the unit being programmable with details of a virtual athlete and their performance in a specific race claim 27 , to enable the ...

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Номер записи: 75

06-06-2013 дата публикации

HEARING AID MOLD

Номер: US20130142378A1

Автор: BRAVO CORDERO Gustavo Andres

Принадлежит:

A mold for earpiece devices either to connect an earphone to the ear canal or to act as a cover or plug thereof, allowing to prevent the development of ear diseases comprising: a mold placed in the ear canal and/or ear shell, adjusted to its shape, and whose external border is in direct contact with the user's skin; and a metallic piece with biocide properties, located inside the mold at a distance close to the border thereof; wherein the metallic piece is adjusted from inside the mold () to the shape of the external contour thereof, allowing that only the mold is in direct contact with the skin, and encompassing all the zones where contact is produced. 1. A mold for earpiece devices , either to connect an earphone to the ear canal or acting as a cover or plug thereof , allowing to prevent development of ear diseases , comprising:a mold placed in the ear canal and/or ear shell, adjusted to its shape, and whose external border is in direct contact with the user's skin; anda metallic piece with biocide properties, located inside the mold at a distance close to the border thereof;{'b': '10', 'wherein the metallic piece is adjusted from inside the mold () to the shape of the external contour thereof, allowing that only the mold is in direct contact with the skin, and encompassing all the zones where contact is produced.'}2. A mold for earpiece devices according to claim 1 , wherein the metallic piece is close to the external border of the external mold at a distance between 0.1 mm and 2 mm.3. A mold for earpiece devices according to claim 1 , wherein the metallic piece is selected from a group consisting of: a copper piece claim 1 , a silver piece claim 1 , an alloy thereof or a combination of said pieces.4. A mold for earpiece devices according to claim 1 , wherein the metallic piece is a metallic plate having a thickness between 0.1 mm and 3 mm.5. A mold for earpiece devices according to claim 1 , wherein the mold can be used for earphones claim 1 , earplugs for ...

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Номер записи: 76

13-06-2013 дата публикации

Seating

Номер: US20130147240A1

Автор: Lee James Shing Hin

Принадлежит:

High density seating, for example for aircraft use, includes a seatback cushion of adjustable rate, and a lightweight adjustable headrest . Other aspects of the invention relate to a literature rack , a footrest , a cup holder , a book stand , a headset hook and a vanity mirror 1. A backrest for a seat comprising:a backrest support having a top and a bottom; anda backrest cushion, the cushion being attached to said support at the top and being movable away from the support at the bottom to define a storage volume.2. The backrest according to claim 1 , wherein away movement of the cushion is restricted.3. The backrest according to claim 1 , wherein the cushion is latchable in a condition spaced from the support.4. The backrest according to claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of the cushions thereon claim 1 , each cushion being independently movable.5. A seat comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a backrest according to ; and'}a seat pan fixed relative to the support.6. A height adjustable headrest for an upholstered backrest of a seat claim 1 , the backrest having a mid-upper portion claim 1 , the backrest upholstery including two upright slits therein at the mid-upper portion claim 1 , the headrest comprising:a head cushion having a rear side, a lateral tie on the rear side, the tie being adapted for passing through the slits and being connected at either end to the head cushion.7. The headrest according to claim 6 , wherein the head cushion consists solely of padding and upholstery material.8. The headrest according to claim 6 , wherein the tie is attached at one end by a hook and loop fastener.9. The headrest according to claim 8 , wherein the tie is attached at both ends by hook and loop fasteners.10. A seat assembly claim 8 , comprising:a backrest defining a plurality of seats, the backrest comprising a rear facing literature holder centered between adjacent ones of the plurality of seats for access by occupants of two corresponding ...

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Номер записи: 77

13-06-2013 дата публикации

Audio playing device having earphone jack with rotation detector

Номер: US20130148819A1

Автор: Jun Zhang, Jun-Wei Zhang, Qiang You, Tsung-Jen Chuang

Принадлежит: Futaihua Industry Shenzhen Co Ltd, Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd

An audio playing device may operate in a first mode or a second mode. The audio playing device includes a speaker, an earphone jack receiving an earphone plug of an earphone, a sound output driver, a rotation angle detector, and a processor. The sound output driver only drives the speaker when the audio playing device operates in the first mode and only drives the earphone when the audio playing device operates in the second mode. The rotation angle detector generates a first mode change signal when the earphone plug is rotated in the earphone jack along a first direction over a predetermined angle. The processor changes operation of the audio playing device between the first mode and the second mode when the processor receives the first mode change signal from the rotation angle detector.

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Номер записи: 78

13-06-2013 дата публикации

EARPHONE CONNECTION DETECTING SYSTEM AND MOBILE DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING THE SYSTEM

Номер: US20130148820A1

Автор: An Taeyoon, KIM Harksang, Kim Sangeun, Kim Taegyun, Sagong Jin, Sim Jaeyong

Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO. LTD.

A system for detecting the connection of an earphone system to a mobile device is provided. The earphone connection detecting system detects an electrical signal from a mechanical change according to the insertion of the earphone jack plug of the earphone system into the jack interface of the mobile device, via a switching device electrically isolated from the earphone system, thereby identifying the connection of the earphone system to the mobile device. 1. An earphone connection detecting system comprising:an earphone system comprising an output control unit and an earphone jack plug connected to the output control unit, wherein the output control unit outputs audio signals to the earphone jack plug; anda mobile device with a jack interface to which the earphone jack plug is inserted, wherein the jack interface detects an electrical change from a mechanical change according to the insertion of the earphone jack plug into the jack interface.2. The earphone connection detecting system of claim 1 , wherein:the jack interface comprises a cavity to which the earphone jack plug is inserted; and a switching device, disposed in the cavity, for performing a switching operation by a physical force according to the insertion of the earphone jack plug into the cavity;', 'a detection circuit, electrically connected to the switching device, for generating an electrical change according to the switching operation of the switching device; and', 'a controller, connected to the detection circuit, for detecting a connection of the earphone system to the mobile device via the electrical change., 'the mobile device comprises3. The earphone connection detecting system of claim 2 , wherein the switching device comprises:an isolation layer of a preset thickness; andfirst and second switch electrodes spaced apart from each other by a certain distance, disposed on the isolation layer.4. The earphone connection detecting system of claim 3 , further comprising:a member for fixing the ...

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Номер записи: 79

13-06-2013 дата публикации

Earphone

Номер: US20130148830A1

Автор: Atsushi Sakaguchi, Shuji Saiki

Принадлежит: Panasonic Corp

Included are a loudspeaker unit for generating sound waves, a sound conduit tube connected to the loudspeaker unit, and an ear tip connected to the sound conduit tube and having a shape having at least one opening. The sound conduit tube has a shape having: a sound hole having a first opening through which the sound waves generated by the loudspeaker unit enter, and a second opening from which the sound waves are released and to which the ear tip is connected; and a vent hole formed independently of the sound hole, and having a third opening through which a portion of the sound waves released from the second opening enters and a fourth opening from which the portion of the sound waves is released. The second opening of the sound hole and the third opening of the vent hole are connected to an identical opening of the ear tip.

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Номер записи: 80

13-06-2013 дата публикации

EARPIECE POSITIONING AND RETAINING

Номер: US20130148838A1

Автор: Annunziato Kevin P., Collier Ian M., Monahan Michael, Silvestri Ryan C., Wallace Eric M.

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A positioning and retaining structure for an in-ear earpiece. An outer leg and an inner leg are attached to each other at an attachment end and attached to a body of the earpiece at the other end. The outer leg lies in a plane. The positioning and retaining structure have a stiffness that is greater when force is applied to the attachment end in a counterclockwise direction in the plane of the outer leg than when force is applied to the attachment end in a clockwise direction in the plane of the outer leg. The positioning and retaining structure position an earpiece associated with the earpiece in a users ear and retains the earpiece in its position. 17-. (canceled)8. An earphone , comprising:an acoustic driver that transduces applied audio signals to acoustic energy;a housing containing the acoustic driver, the housing including a front chamber acoustically coupled to the acoustic driver and a nozzle acoustically coupled to the front chamber; ["the outlet structure dimensioned and arranged to fit inside a user's ear canal entrance when the earphone is worn, and to be coupled to the nozzle of the housing, providing a passageway for conducting acoustic energy from the acoustic driver to the user's ear canal; and", "the positioning and retaining structure extending from the housing and configured to rest against and apply outward pressure to the antihelix of the user's ear to retain the earphone in the user's outer ear;"], 'an ear interface comprising an outlet structure and a positioning and retaining structure,'} 'the outer edge having differing radii of curvature along its length, including a first section at the base having a first radius of curvature and a second section near the tip having a second radius of curvature greater than the first radius of curvature, such that the outer edge is more-sharply curved near the base and less-sharply curved near the tip.', 'wherein the positioning and retaining structure has an outer edge and an inner edge, each extending ...

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Номер записи: 81

13-06-2013 дата публикации

KEYED EARPHONE CADDY AND CARRYING CASE

Номер: US20130148839A1

Автор: Stevinson Dean

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A keyed caddy storage system stores an earphone set proximate a digital media device (DMD). The keyed caddy storage system includes a first caddy configured for holding the earphone set and having a first keyed coupling. The keyed caddy storage system also includes a case configured for attachment to the DMD and forming a storage area for storing the earphone set held by the first caddy. The case has a second keyed coupling mateable with first keyed coupling to removably secure the first caddy within the storage area. 1. A keyed caddy storage system for storing an earphone set proximate a digital media device (DMD) , comprising:a first caddy configured for holding the earphone set and having a first keyed coupling;a case configured for attachment to the DMD and forming a storage area for storing the earphone set held by the first caddy, the case having a second keyed coupling mateable with first keyed coupling to removably secure the first caddy within the storage area.2. The keyed caddy storage system of claim 1 , the first and second keyed couplings comprising irregularly shaped features that interleave with one another when mated.3. The keyed caddy storage system of claim 2 , wherein the irregularly shaped features prevent each of the first and second keyed couplings from coupling with a non-mateable keyed coupling.4. The keyed caddy storage system of claim 1 , wherein the second keyed coupling is positioned within the storage area.5. The keyed caddy storage system of claim 1 , the case comprising a lid to provide external access to the storage area and wherein the second keyed coupling is positioned within the lid.6. The keyed caddy storage system of claim 1 , wherein the first and second keyed coupling form a matched pair that is one of a plurality of matched pairs.7. The keyed caddy storage system of claim 1 , further comprising a second caddy configured for holding a second earphone set and having the first keyed coupling such that the second caddy may be ...

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Номер записи: 82

20-06-2013 дата публикации

Headphone System with Detachable earbud speakers

Номер: US20130156247A1

Автор: Boyajian Adam Gary Peter, Knight Eric Anthony, Parelli MIchael Orlando

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A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal may include a headphone including a speaker acoustic device to amplify the audio signal and to define a speaker chamber to cooperate with an aperture and an earbud to be detachably connected to the speaker chamber to transmit the audio signal to the speaker chamber. 1) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal , comprising:a headphone including a speaker acoustic device to amplify the audio signal and to define a speaker chamber to cooperate with an aperture and an earbud to be detachably connected to the speaker chamber to transmit the audio signal to the speaker chamber.2) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal as in claim 1 , wherein the ear bud is frictionally connected to the speaker chamber.3) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal as in claim 1 , wherein the earbud includes a earbud speaker to cooperate with the aperture.4) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal as in claim 1 , wherein the headphone includes an ear cushion member.5) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal as in claim 1 , wherein the speaker acoustic device is a trumpet shaped device.6) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal as in claim 1 , wherein the speaker acoustic device includes a truncated cone shaped device.7) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal as in claim 5 , wherein the trumpet shaped device includes a neck which reverses in direction.8) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal as in claim 6 , wherein the truncated cone device includes a concave surface.9) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal as in claim 6 , wherein the truncated cone device includes a convex surface.10) A headphone and earbud device for receiving an audio signal as in claim 1 , wherein the speaker acoustic device includes a plurality of trumpet shaped devices.11) A ...

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Номер записи: 83

20-06-2013 дата публикации

Ear speaker

Номер: US20130156248A1

Автор: Terumasa Nakajima

Принадлежит: MK ELECTRONIC CO Ltd

Provided is an ear speaker that reduces the strain on the eardrums and reduces headphone deafness and, furthermore, can be safely used without isolating the user from surrounding sounds. The disclosed device consists of speakers ( 2 R, 2 L) that output an audio signal and are mounted in a position a set distance (S) from the ears of the user (P). The speakers ( 2 R, 2 L) are moveably attached to a headband ( 1 ) in such a manner that, when worn by the user (P), the speakers ( 2 R, 2 L) are directed at the ears of the user (P).

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Номер записи: 84

27-06-2013 дата публикации

Container for accommodating cable therein and electronic device assembly with same

Номер: US20130163219A1

Автор: Zhou Chen

Принадлежит: Futaihua Industry Shenzhen Co Ltd, Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd

An exemplary container for accommodating a cable of an electronic device includes a base, a cover, a winder rotatably connected to the base, a transmission piece fasten to the winder, and a driving apparatus fixed on the cover and engaging with the transmission piece. The cover is placed on the base to cover the winder and defines a receiving space in cooperation with the base to receive the winder. The driving apparatus includes a trigger. The trigger generates a shift signal to the driving apparatus each time the trigger is pressed. The driving apparatus drives the winder to rotate via the transmission piece for winding up the cable on the winder according to the shift signal.

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Номер записи: 85

27-06-2013 дата публикации

Communications Headset Speech-Based Gain Control

Номер: US20130163775A1

Автор: Paul G. Yamkovoy

Принадлежит: Bose Corp

A gain of a signal representing sounds detected by a talk-through and/or feedforward ANR microphone of a talk-through function provided by a communications headset is reduced in response to a user of the communications headset speaking.

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Номер записи: 86

27-06-2013 дата публикации

AUDIO-BYPASS, SAFETY EARBUD APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20130163803A1

Автор: Erdel Tammy

Принадлежит:

A fitting provided for earbud-type personal audio speakers may be formed as a homogeneous, integral component molded from an elastomeric polymer, such as silicone, urethane, or other elastomeric resins. A sleeve fitted to the speaker engages the fitting to the speaker, while ribs extending from the sleeve terminate in flutes conformal to an ear canal of a user. Axial insertion of the fitting and speaker into an ear of a user results in localized deflection of flutes and ribs in order to accommodate size and shape of an ear canal, resulting in transmission of sound from the speaker directly through the sleeve into an ear canal of a user, while also permitting environmental sounds to pass along a parallel path over the outside of the sleeve, between the ribs. 1. A method of audio sound propagation , the method comprising:providing a speaker;providing a fitting comprising a sleeve having flutes extending therefrom and spaced from the sleeve, the flutes providing channels therebetween passing environmental sound waves through the fitting parallel to sound from the speaker;fitting the sleeve around the shank; andinserting the fitting into an outer ear channel of user.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising forming the fitting of a resilient material.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the resilient material is a synthetic polymer.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the polymer is an elastomeric polymer.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the elastomeric polymer is a compound of silicone.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the elastomeric polymer is an expanded polymer.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising providing a plurality of ribs interconnecting the sleeve with the flutes claim 1 , the sleeve claim 1 , flutes claim 1 , and ribs defining a plurality of channels carrying sound waves parallel to the sound waves propagated from the speaker through the fitting.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein a pair of adjacent ribs form a channel defined by the pair claim 7 ...

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Номер записи: 87

27-06-2013 дата публикации

EARPHONE WITH OPEN-CLOSE TYPE ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20130163804A1

Автор: Hwang Soon Ahn

Принадлежит: Feel's Electronics Co., Ltd.

Provided is an earphone with an open-close type enclosure in which it is possible to open or close the communicating hole of the enclosure so as to reinforce the high-pitched tones or low-pitched tones of the sound being listened to. The earphone includes a sound wave generation means 150 that generates sound waves depending on electric signals, a body 100 including an enclosure which encloses the back of the sound wave generation means, and a worn portion 200 in which a sound wave path for transmitting a sound wave to the external auditory canal is formed, and which is worn in the external auditory canal. 1. An earphone comprising:a sound wave generation means which generates sound waves depending on electric signals;a body including an enclosure which encloses the back of the sound wave generation means; anda worn portion in which a sound wave path for transmitting a sound wave to the external auditory canal is formed, and which is worn in the external auditory canal,wherein a communicating hole is formed in the enclosure so as to communicate with ambient air, and a open-close cap is mounted on the enclosure so as to open and close the communicating hole,an axial hole is formed in the body,an axis inserted into the axial hole is formed on the open-close cap,an adhered plane adherable to the communicating hole is provided in at least one part of the plane of the open-close cap facing the communicating hole, andthe adhered plane opens and closes the communicating hole according to the adhered plane's approach to and separation from the communicating hole.2. The earphone according to claim 1 , wherein the axis can slide in axial direction with respect to the axial hole claim 1 , and the adhered plane is approached to and separated from the communicating hole by the axial movement of the open-close cap.3. The earphone according to claim 1 , wherein the axial hole and the axis are screwed to each other claim 1 , and the adhered plane is approached to and separated from ...

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Номер записи: 88

04-07-2013 дата публикации

HEADPHONE CABLE ARRANGEMENT, FILTER ASSEMBLY, AND METHOD OF FILTERING SIGNALS IN HEADPHONE CABLE ARRANGEMENTS

Номер: US20130170664A1

Автор: Schwager Andreas

Принадлежит: SONY CORPORATION

A headphone cable () is connected to a headphone set () with one, two or more loudspeakers (). The headphone cable () includes at least a first signal wire () and at least one reference line (). An electronic filter unit () performs a filtering, e.g. a common mode filtering, which is effective on at least one of the signal wires and reference lines (). A differential audio signal between a signal wire and a reference line () is passed. Common mode signals except signals within a VHF radio band may be attenuated. The electronic filter unit () may be arranged in a connector case () of a headphone connector () provided at a connector end of the headphone cable () or in a pluggable filter assembly () provided between the mobile electronic device () and the headphone cable (). 1. A headphone cable arrangement comprisinga headphone cable including one or more signal wires and at least one reference line;a headphone set comprising one or more loudspeakers, wherein a first signal wire of the one or more signal wires is connected to a first one of the one or more loudspeakers; andan electronic filter unit configured to perform a filtering effective on at least one of the signal wires and reference lines, wherein frequencies of a VHF radio band are passed and at least one frequency band below or above the VHF radio band is attenuated, the electronic filter unit being arranged at a connector end of the headphone cable.2. The headphone cable arrangement according to claim 1 , whereinthe electronic filter unit is effective on the at least one reference line.3. The headphone cable arrangement according to claim 1 , whereinthe electronic filter unit is effective on one or more of the signal wires and reference lines of the headphone cable.4. The headphone cable arrangement according to claim 1 , whereinthe electronic filter unit is effective on all of the signal wires and reference lines of the headphone cable.5. The headphone cable arrangement according to claim 1 , whereinthe ...

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Номер записи: 89

04-07-2013 дата публикации

EARPHONE

Номер: US20130170692A1

Автор: Aoyagi Yoshimi, Horino Atsuhito, Kaneko Tomonari

Принадлежит: Molex Incorporated

An earphone that possesses an outer ear canal insertion member for which at least a portion can be inserted into the outer ear canal, a housing onto which the outer ear canal insertion member is installed, a driver unit which is disposed within the housing and which generates sound, a first retention member through the interior of which passes a cable connected at one end to the driver unit and which is itself directly installed to the housing, and a second retention member through the interior of which passes the cable and which is itself installed to the first retention member; and when the second retention member is installed to the first retention member, the first retention member grasps the cable. 1. An earphone , comprising:an outer ear canal insertion member for which at least a portion is inserted into the outer ear canal;a housing onto which the outer ear canal insertion member is installed;a driver unit which is disposed within the housing and which generates sound;a first retention member through the interior of which passes a cable connected at one end to the driver unit and which is itself directly installed to the housing;a second retention member through the interior of which passes the cable and which is itself installed to the first retention member; andwhen the second retention member is installed to the first retention member, the first retention member grasps the cable.2. The earphone of claim 1 , wherein the housing provides a main housing that houses the driver unit claim 1 , and a cover casing that plugs the aft surface of the main housing.3. The earphone of claim 2 , wherein the first retention member is installed to an installation hole formed with straddling of the borderline between the main housing and the cover casing.4. The earphone of claim 3 , wherein the first retention member provides a trunk section on the outer surface of which is formed a male thread claim 3 , as well as a leg section connected to one end of the trunk section.5. ...

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Номер записи: 90

11-07-2013 дата публикации

Ultrasonic sound reproduction on eardrum

Номер: US20130177164A1

Автор: Dag Glebe

Принадлежит: SONY ERICSSON MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS AB

The invention is directed to systems, methods and computer program products for producing audible sound by directing ultrasonic signals from an ultrasonic transducer towards an eardrum. An exemplary method includes providing an earphone comprising an ultrasonic transducer, wherein the earphone is positioned close to an ear, wherein the ear includes an ear canal and an eardrum; producing, by the ultrasonic transducer, an ultrasonic signal; and transmitting, by the ultrasonic transducer, the ultrasonic signal, wherein the ultrasonic signal is directed into the ear canal towards the eardrum such that the eardrum receives the ultrasonic sound signal and initiates conversion of the ultrasonic signal into audible sound.

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Номер записи: 91

11-07-2013 дата публикации

MODULAR AUDIO DEVICES CONFIGURED TO EMIT DIFFERING SOUND PROFILES AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20130177165A1

Автор: Oishi Tetsuro

Принадлежит: SKULLCANDY, INC.

Modular audio headphone devices comprise a first user-wearable accessory and at least one headphone configured for releasable attachment to the first user-wearable accessory. The at least one headphone comprises a speaker. A speaker housing is coupled to the speaker and may be configured to form an acoustic cavity proximate at least a portion of the speaker. The at least one headphone may be configured to provide a first emitted sound pressure level (SPL) profile over a range of frequencies when the at least one headphone is attached to the first user-wearable accessory, and to provide a different second emitted SPL profile over the range of frequencies when the at least one headphone is not attached to the first user-wearable accessory. 1. A modular audio headphone device , comprising:a first user-wearable accessory; the at least one headphone comprising:', 'a speaker; and', 'a speaker housing coupled to the speaker and configured to form an acoustic cavity proximate at least a portion of the speaker;, 'at least one headphone configured for releasable attachment to the first user-wearable accessory,'}wherein the at least one headphone is configured to provide a first emitted sound pressure level (SPL) profile over a range of frequencies when the at least one headphone is attached to the first user-wearable accessory, and to provide a different second emitted SPL profile over the range of frequencies when the at least one headphone is not attached to the first user-wearable accessory.2. The modular audio headphone device of claim 1 , wherein the first emitted SPL profile is tuned to provide a first detectable SPL profile over the range of frequencies to a user of the modular audio headphone device when the at least one headphone is attached to the first user-wearable accessory and worn by the user claim 1 , and wherein the second emitted SPL profile is tuned to provide a second detectable SPL profile over the range of frequencies to the user of the modular audio ...

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Номер записи: 92

11-07-2013 дата публикации

Inflatable Ear Device

Номер: US20130177179A1

Автор: Ambrose Stephen D., Gido Samuel P., Schulein Robert B.

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A diaphonic valve utilizing the principle of the Synthetic Jet is disclosed herein. A diaphonic valve pump is provided for the inflation of an in-ear balloon. More complex embodiments of the present invention include stacks of multiple synthetic jets generating orifices as well as an oscillating, thin polymer membrane. In one or more embodiments of the present invention, a novel application is provided for the creation of static pressure to inflate or to deflate an inflatable member (balloon). In addition, sound can be utilized to inflate or deflate an inflatable member in a person's ear for the purpose of listening to sound. 1. An insertable ear mold for placement in a person's ear canal , the ear mold comprising:a deformable housing made of a soft elastic outer material defining an inner space;a sound receiver positioned within the inner space and having a sound port opening on a surface of the deformable housing, the sound receiver being capable of capturing an audio signal via the sound port;a processor positioned within the inner space and electronically coupled to the sound receiver;a power source positioned within the inner space and electrically connected to the processor;a sound tube positioned within the inner space and electronically coupled to the receiver, the sound tube having a port at one end opening on a surface of the deformable housing such that the port may be placed proximate a tympanic membrane in a user's ear;a sound actuated pump positioned within the inner space and coupled to the receiver, the pump being capable of discharging air from an egress port in response to the audio signal from the first receiver; andan inflatable member positioned within the inner space and coupled to the egress port to be filled by discharged air;wherein an audio signal received at the sound receiver is directed through the processor to drive the sound actuated pump to inflate the inflatable member, and the audio signal2. A sound actuated pump comprising:a ...

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Номер записи: 93

11-07-2013 дата публикации

EARBUD OR IN-EAR HEADPHONE CLIP

Номер: US20130177193A1

Автор: Hills Graham T., MACKIE David L., MOSNA Kirk A., Orzel Stephen E.

Принадлежит: OHM INDUSTRIAL DESIGNERS, INC.

A securing device attached to an earphone that has an earbud or in-ear structure that sits in or within the vicinity of the concha cavity of the ear is disclosed. The securing device reduces the risk of dislodgement of the earphone from a wearer's ear, and also can position the earphone for optimum comfort and sound delivery to the ear canal. The invention further relates to a clip that detachably couples to earbud-style earphones for a universal fit. 1. A securing device for an earbud having a stem , said securing device comprising:an upper portion having a tip; anda lower portion adapted to accommodate the stem of the earbud,wherein the tip is adapted to rest in an ear concha under the concha wall, andwherein the securing device is detachably coupled to the earbud by inserting the stem into the lower portion.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the lower portion comprises a groove.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the securing device further comprises a coating that covers the tip claim 1 , wherein said coating is selected from the group comprising: an elastomer claim 1 , a non-slip material claim 1 , a low density polymer claim 1 , and an adhesive material.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the securing device is at least partially constructed from a flexible material.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the upper portion comprises a flange proximate to the tip.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the securing device is at least partially constructed from an internal skeleton structure comprising a material that is more rigid than that of an encapsulating material.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the end of the lower portion comprises an end with a face claim 1 , and wherein the face comprises an indentation adapted to accommodate a cable inside the indentation without resulting in a bend or a kink in the cable.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the lower portion comprises a groove claim 1 , and wherein the groove comprises at least one recessed channel disposed ...

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Номер записи: 94

11-07-2013 дата публикации

GLASSES APPARATUS FOR WATCHING DISPLAY IMAGE

Номер: US20130177194A1

Автор: CHO Ju-won, HAN Jea-hee, SEO Je-hwan

Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A glasses apparatus which works in conjunction with a display apparatus which operates in a multi-view mode to combine and output a plurality of contents. The glasses apparatus includes: a first interface module which receives a synchronization signal in a first wireless communication method; first and second glasses mounted on a glasses frame and which are driven in synchronization with one of the plurality of contents based on the synchronization signal; a second interface module which receives an audio signal of at least said one content in a second wireless communication method; a controller which selects an audio signal of said one content from among audio signals corresponding to the plurality of contents, and an audio outputter which outputs the audio signal of the selected content, and which is integrally formed with the glasses frame. 1. A glasses apparatus comprising:a first interface module which receives a synchronization signal in a first wireless communication method;a glasses frame;a first glass and a second glass mounted on the glasses frame and which are driven in synchronization with one of a plurality of contents output on a display apparatus based on the synchronization signal;a second interface module which receives audio signals of at least one content from among the plurality of contents in a second wireless communication method;a controller which selects an audio signal of said one content from among the audio signals received by the second interface module; andan audio outputter which outputs the selected audio signal of said one content,wherein the audio outputter is integrally formed with the glasses frame.2. The glasses apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the audio outputter is installed inside the glasses frame.3. The glasses apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the audio outputter comprises:an audio data processor which processes the selected audio signal to generate an audio sound; andan outputter which outputs the generated audio sound.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 95

11-07-2013 дата публикации

Modular audio systems and related assemblies and methods

Номер: US20130177195A1

Автор: Jon Lee Anderson, Kevin Sze, Peter M. Kelly, Tetsuro Oishi, Thomas C. Burton, Zack Leader

Принадлежит: Skullcandy Inc

Modular audio systems comprise two speaker assemblies and a wiring system. Each speaker assembly may comprise a speaker and an audio jack integral to each speaker assembly. The wiring system comprises a first wiring assembly comprising two audio jacks configured to connect to the audio jacks of the two speaker assemblies and two wires connected to the two audio jacks at first ends of the two wires. Headphone assemblies may comprise two speaker assemblies and a headband configured for removable attachment to the speaker assemblies. Each speaker assembly may comprise an attachment structure configured for attachment to another device or structure, wherein the attachment structure of each speaker assembly of the two speaker assemblies comprises a frustoconical surface and two first attachment features comprising elongated features on the frustoconical surface.

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Номер записи: 96

18-07-2013 дата публикации

Wearing Position Derived Device Operation

Номер: US20130182867A1

Автор: Andrew Knowles

Принадлежит: Plantronics Inc

Methods and apparatuses for wearing position derived device operation are disclosed. In one example, methods and apparatuses are described herein using capacitive sensors to determine device antenna selection or user interface selection.

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Номер записи: 97

18-07-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR SUPPLEMENTING VOICE INCLUDING SENSING UNIT AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME

Номер: US20130182873A1

Автор: Choi Jeong-Seok, Kim Jae-Yol, KIM Jaehwan, Kim Young-Mo, Lee Woo-Key, Park Soon-Hyoung, Song Jong-Su

Принадлежит: INHA-INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP INSTITUTE

A device for supplementing a voice includes: a sensing unit sensing a bio-signal corresponding to a first vibration of vocalization and generating a first signal corresponding to the bio-signal; a vibration unit generating a second vibration using the first signal; and a power unit supplying a power to the sensing unit and the vibration unit. 1. A device for supplementing a voice , comprising:a sensing unit sensing a bio-signal corresponding to a first vibration of vocalization and generating a first signal corresponding to the bio-signal;a vibration unit generating a second vibration using the first signal; anda power unit supplying a power to the sensing unit and the vibration unit.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the bio-signal includes one of a pulse signal of a nerve claim 1 , an electromyographic signal claim 1 , a sound signal and a brain signal relating to the vocalization.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the vibration unit comprises:a control unit generating a first control signal according to the first signal;a vibration driving unit generating a second signal using the first signal and the first control signal; anda vibration generating unit generating the second vibration according to the second signal.4. The device according to claim 3 , wherein the second signal has one of a same amplitude and a same frequency claim 3 , an amplified amplitude claim 3 , an attenuated amplitude and a modulated frequency as compared with the first signal.5. The device according to claim 3 , wherein the vibration generating unit generates the second vibration using an electromagnetic induction between a magnet and a coil.6. The device according to claim 3 , wherein the vibration generating unit generates the second vibration using a piezoelectric phenomenon.7. A method of controlling a device for supplementing a voice claim 3 , comprising:sensing a bio-signal corresponding to a first vibration of vocalization;generating a first signal corresponding ...

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Номер записи: 98

18-07-2013 дата публикации

Earphone connector

Номер: US20130182881A1

Автор: Atsuhito Horino, Shinsuke Kunishi

Принадлежит: MOLEX LLC

An earphone connector having a plug provided with a cylindrical inserted portion and a locking claw that protrudes from the side surface of the inserted portion, and a receptacle provided with a fitting indentation that encloses at least the front-end portion of the inserted portion and an insertion opening formed in a fitting surface that communicates with the fitting indentation. The insertion opening includes a cylindrical portion through which the inserted portion passes and an indentation through which the locking claw passes. A spring member in contact with the locking claw is disposed within the fitting indentation, so that when the inserted portion is inserted into the insertion opening, the locking claw passes through the indentation and is enclosed within the interior of the fitting indentation and the inserted portion is rotated. The spring force of the spring member causes a moment that further rotates the inserted portion to act on the locking claw.

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Номер записи: 99

18-07-2013 дата публикации

POSITIONING AN INPUT TRANSDUCER FOR AN EARPIECE BASED UPON DYNAMIC DATA

Номер: US20130182882A1

Автор: Frigerio Federico, Hart Douglas P., Johnston Douglas M., Menon Manas C., Vlasic Daniel

Принадлежит: Massachusetts Institute of Technology

The attenuation and other optical properties of a medium are exploited to measure a thickness of the medium between a sensor and a target surface. Disclosed herein are various mediums, arrangements of hardware, and processing techniques that can be used to capture these thickness measurements and obtain dynamic three-dimensional images of the target surface in a variety of imaging contexts. This includes general techniques for imaging interior/concave surfaces as well as exterior/convex surfaces, as well as specific adaptations of these techniques to imaging ear canals, human dentition, and so forth. 1. A method comprising:obtaining static data from an ear canal of a subject, the static data including a three-dimensional image of a surface of the ear canal at a predetermined pressure;obtaining dynamic data from the ear canal of the subject, the dynamic data including data from the ear canal characterizing a shape change of the ear canal in response to a musculoskeletal movement of a head of the subject;correlating the shape change to the musculoskeletal movement to identify a surface region of the ear canal where the shape change due to the musculoskeletal movement meets or exceeds a predetermined threshold;providing an earpiece design including a three-dimensional model of an earpiece fitted to the ear canal based upon the static data; andpositioning an input transducer in the earpiece design in a location corresponding to the surface region of the ear canal when the earpiece is placed for use in the ear canal.2. The method of further comprising fabricating an earpiece including the input transducer according to the earpiece design.3. The method of wherein the input transducer includes a pressure sensitive switch.4. The method of wherein the predetermined threshold is a maximum surface displacement.5. The method of wherein the predetermined threshold is an average surface displacement.6. The method of wherein positioning an input transducer includes displaying ...

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Номер записи: 100