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Multi-Function Retractor Body, Adjustable Strap, And Camera Mounting System Using Same

The present invention is directed towards a versatile retractable strap assembly adapted to mount to the bottom of a camera, or other device, and to be used in a variety of configurations. The strap resides in a retractor and is adapted to be used as a wrist strap or a neck strap, and the assembly may also be mounted onto a tripod. 1. A camera strap and mounting system comprising:a retractor base, said retractor base comprising a cord retractor; anda strap assembly, said strap assembly comprising strap comprising a first end and a second, wherein said first end of said strap couples to a first cord portion, and wherein said second end of said strap is coupled to a second cord portion, and wherein said first cord portion and said second cord portion enter said retractor base, and wherein said strap assembly is adapted to extend out from said retractor base from a first shorter length to a second longer length.2. The camera strap and mounting system of wherein said retractor base further comprises a camera mounting screw on a top surface.3. The camera strap and mounting system of wherein said cord retractor comprises a spring loaded spool adapted to some of said first cord portion and some of said second cord portion.4. The camera strap and mounting system of wherein said cord retractor comprises a spring loaded spool adapted to some of said first cord portion and some of said second cord portion.5. The camera strap and mounting system of further comprising a cord retractor lock claim 3 , said cord retractor lock adapted to lock said spring loaded spool at a plurality of positions.6. The camera strap and mounting system of further comprising a cord retractor lock claim 4 , said cord retractor lock adapted to lock said spring loaded spool at a plurality of positions.7. The camera strap and mounting system of wherein said spring loaded spool is adapted to reel in said first cord portion and said second cord portion using spring force when said cord retractor lock is in ...

Pulley Camera Strap And Camera Mounting System Using Same

The present invention is directed towards a retractable pulley strap assembly adapted to mount to the bottom of a camera, or other device, and to be used in a variety of configurations. The strap is adapted to allow for extension, and increase of the effective strap length, while the camera is in use. The strap is adapted to retract to a shorter effective length while the camera is not in use, such that the camera is held tightly against the user's body. 2. The camera strap and mounting system of wherein the loop length of the camera strap system increases when said strap tab is moved along said portion of said strap in a first direction.3. The camera strap and mounting system of wherein the loop length of the camera strap system decreases when said strap tab is moved along said portion of said strap in a second direction.4. The camera strap and mounting system of wherein said strap is overlaid in a plurality of layers between said strap tab and said strap slider.5. The camera strap and mounting system of wherein said strap is not overlaid in a plurality of layers between said strap tab and said first end of said main strap. This application claims priority to U.S. Patent Application No. 61/641,631 to Hale, filed May 2, 2012.1. Field of the InventionThe present invention relates to a camera mounting and handling, and more specifically to a camera mount and adjustable strap.2. Description of Related ArtCameras may be handled by a user in a variety of ways, and may have different straps or tripod mounts attached depending upon the situation. In some uses, a short wrist strap may be used which adds security to holding the camera while photographing. In some uses, a longer strap may be used which allows the camera to be suspended from the neck of the user while not being used. In some uses, a user may want to mount the camera onto a tripod.In another aspect, a strap may be used to support a camera wherein the strap is laid over both the neck and a shoulder of the user. ...

Multi-function retractor body, adjustable strap, and camera mounting system using same

The present invention is directed towards a versatile retractable strap assembly adapted to mount to the bottom of a camera, or other device, and to be used in a variety of configurations. The strap resides in a retractor and is adapted to be used as a wrist strap or a neck strap, and the assembly may also be mounted onto a tripod.