KR20090088533A - Multi-function protective case of a portable terminal - Google Patents

Multi-function protective case of a portable terminal Download PDF

Info

Publication number
KR20090088533A
KR20090088533A KR1020080013864A KR20080013864A KR20090088533A KR 20090088533 A KR20090088533 A KR 20090088533A KR 1020080013864 A KR1020080013864 A KR 1020080013864A KR 20080013864 A KR20080013864 A KR 20080013864A KR 20090088533 A KR20090088533 A KR 20090088533A
Authority
KR
South Korea
Prior art keywords
portable terminal
housing
protective case
multifunctional protective
connector
Prior art date
Application number
KR1020080013864A
Other languages
Korean (ko)
Inventor
이유준
Original Assignee
이유준
Priority date (The priority date is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the date listed.)
Filing date
Publication date
Application filed by 이유준 filed Critical 이유준
Priority to KR1020080013864A priority Critical patent/KR20090088533A/en
Publication of KR20090088533A publication Critical patent/KR20090088533A/en

Links

Images

Classifications

    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04M—TELEPHONIC COMMUNICATION
    • H04M1/00—Substation equipment, e.g. for use by subscribers
    • H04M1/02—Constructional features of telephone sets
    • H04M1/0202—Portable telephone sets, e.g. cordless phones, mobile phones or bar type handsets
    • H04M1/0279—Improving the user comfort or ergonomics
    • H04M1/0283—Improving the user comfort or ergonomics for providing a decorative aspect, e.g. customization of casings, exchangeable faceplate
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04M—TELEPHONIC COMMUNICATION
    • H04M1/00—Substation equipment, e.g. for use by subscribers
    • H04M1/02—Constructional features of telephone sets
    • H04M1/04—Supports for telephone transmitters or receivers

Landscapes

  • Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
  • Signal Processing (AREA)
  • Telephone Set Structure (AREA)

Abstract

A multi-functional protection case of a portable terminal is provided to prevent the scratch or damage by protecting the portable terminal from the external contact or impact. A multi-functional protection case(100) of a portable terminal(10) comprises a housing(110) and a speaker(120). The portable terminal is detachably mounted to the housing. The speaker is installed in the housing. The first connector(111) for connecting to an audio terminal of the portable terminal is installed. The speaker outputs the sound corresponding to audio signals inputted to the first connector.

Description

MULTI-FUNCTION PROTECTIVE CASE OF A PORTABLE TERMINAL}

The present invention relates to a multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, which protects the portable terminal from external contact or impact, and also adds and expands functions to the portable terminal.

In general, portable terminals such as an MP3 (MPEG audio layer-3) player, a portable media player (PMP), navigation, personal digital assistants (PDA), digital multimedia broadcasting (DMB) players, electronic dictionaries, mobile phones, etc. The device is miniaturized so that a user can carry and use it.

On the other hand, such a portable terminal has various functions such as music and video playback, game, camera, schedule management, dictionary, etc. in addition to the original functions in order to meet the various needs of the user with the development of technology. It even provides the ability to add new applications.

Such a conventional portable terminal is often used because it is equipped with a separate protective case because scratches or damage are often caused by contact or impact from the outside due to the characteristics of portable use.

As described above, the portable terminal according to the related art has a problem in that it has a limitation in adding a function that takes up space because the size is limited to facilitate portability. In particular, when the case is equipped with a case having only a protective function in the portable terminal, it helps to protect the portable terminal, but increases the size of the portable terminal but does not help to expand the function to meet various needs of the user. I had.

The present invention protects the portable terminal from external contact or impact, thereby preventing scratches and damages, and further allows various functions to be added and expanded to the portable terminal.

Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal according to the present invention is a protective case of a portable terminal, the portable terminal is detachably mounted, the housing is provided with a first connector for connecting to the audio terminal of the mounted portable terminal, and the housing It is installed, and includes a speaker for outputting audio by the audio signal input to the first connector.

The multi-functional protective case of the portable terminal according to the present invention protects the portable terminal from external contact or impact, prevents scratches and damage, increases the output of audio, mounts on the ground, increases radio wave reception rates of FM broadcast signals and satellite signals, Functions such as supplying power and the like can be added and extended to the portable terminal, thereby maintaining the inherent portability of the portable terminal, and expanding the functions of the portable terminal to satisfy various needs of the user.

The present invention provides a first connector for connecting the audio terminal of the portable terminal in a housing in which the portable terminal is detachably mounted, and a speaker for outputting an audio signal input to the first connector. In addition to protecting against contact and shock, the device also expands features such as audio output from portable devices.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In addition, in describing the present invention, when it is determined that the detailed description of the related known configuration or function may obscure the gist of the present invention, the detailed description thereof will be omitted.

1 to 3 are exploded perspective view, front perspective view and rear perspective view showing the multi-function protective case of the portable terminal according to the first embodiment of the present invention. As shown, the multi-function protective case 100 of the portable terminal according to the first embodiment of the present invention is a housing 110 in which the portable terminal 10 is detachably mounted, and a speaker installed in the housing 110 ( 120).

The portable terminal mounted in the multifunctional protective case 100 according to the present invention may be an MP3 (MPEG audio layer-3) player, a portable media player (PMP), navigation, personal digital assistants (PDA), or digital multimedia broadcasting. A device that can be carried and used as a player, an electronic dictionary, a mobile phone, and the like, in the present embodiment, an MP3 player will be described as an example.

The housing 110 is hinged to the main body 112 so that the front cover 113 is rotated and opened. As shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, the housing 110 is opened by the front cover 113 to allow the portable terminal 10 to be opened. A mounting space 114 for detachably mounting is provided therein, and a first connector 111 for connecting to the audio terminal 11 of the mounted portable terminal 10 is provided.

The main body 112 is composed of first and second main bodies 112a and 112b coupled to each other by screws, and main printed circuits 130 are installed between the first and second main bodies 112a and 112b. The first connector 111 installed on the main PCB 130 passes through the first opening 112c of the first body 112a and protrudes into the mounting space 114 to be mounted in the mounting space 114. It is connected to the audio terminal 11 of the terminal 10.

The front cover 113 has hinge hinge portions 113a provided at both sides of the front cover 113 at a position corresponding to the display portion 12 of the portable terminal 10 which is hinged to the main body 112 and is mounted in the mounting space 114. A window opening 113b is formed, and a window 113d made of a light-transmissive material is attached to the front surface of the window tape 113c, and a button operation is held on the portable terminal 10 on one side thereof. The slide knob 113e, which is coupled to the hold button 14 provided so as to operate the hold button (not shown) in accordance with the sliding direction, is installed, and an opening for operation at a position corresponding to the operation portion of the portable terminal 10 is provided. 113f) is formed.

The window 113d is formed with a window opening 113g for exposing the operation unit of the portable terminal 10 to the outside at a position corresponding to the operation opening 113f.

The housing 110 is an earphone jack 115 connected to the first connector 111 via the main PCB 130 by being installed on the main PCB 130 so that earphones can be connected to listen to the audio of the portable terminal 10. ) Is exposed to the outside.

The housing 110 is provided with a support 116 to mount the portable terminal 10 on the ground. In this embodiment, the support 116a having a bar shape is detachably coupled to the support 116. A support terminal 116 is slidably coupled to the coupling unit 116a and supported by the ground so that the viewing angle of the display unit 12 of the portable terminal 10 through the window 113d can be secured. 10) to be kept tilted.

On the other hand, the housing 110 has a second connector 117 which is modularized with the PCB 117a to be connected to the power supply terminal 13 of the portable terminal 10 when the portable terminal 10 is mounted, the first body 112a. The battery 140 is installed inside to expose the mounting space 114 through the second opening 112e and to supply power to the portable terminal through the second connector 117.

The battery 140 is a battery which is provided on the rear side of the main body 112 of the housing 110 in this embodiment and is replaceably mounted in the battery accommodating space 112g that is opened by the battery cover 112f. By connecting to a terminal (not shown) provided in the space 112g, power is supplied to the power supply terminal 13 of the portable terminal 10 through the second connector 117 connected to the terminal.

On the other hand, the light emitting device module 112d, which is installed on the PCB 117a and includes an LED that emits light indicating an operating state to the outside, is mounted to be exposed to the front surface of the first body 112a.

The speaker 120 is made of a single unit in the present embodiment, the cap 110 is provided in the front of the housing 110, specifically, the second main body 112b, and a fixed cap in the speaker room 121 in which a plurality of output holes 121a are formed. A first connector (fixed by 122), a cushion member 123 is attached, and electrically connected to the main PCB 130 to be connected to the main PCB 130 from the audio terminal 11 of the portable terminal 10 mounted in the mounting space 114. Audio is outputted by the audio signal inputted to 111). At this time, a sealing member 124 is installed to seal the speaker room 121 between the first and second bodies 112a and 112b.

Referring to the operation of the multi-function protective case 100 of the portable terminal according to the first embodiment of the present invention having such a configuration as follows.

As shown in FIG. 4, as shown in FIG. 5, the portable terminal 10 is mounted in the mounting space 114 that is opened by rotating the front cover 113 from the main body 112, and the front cover 113. ), The audio terminal 11 and the power supply terminal 13 of the portable terminal 10 are connected to the first and second connectors 111 and 117 provided in the mounting space 114, respectively. Not only can the output audio be directly heard through the speaker 120 located in the plurality of output holes 121a, but also through the earphone jack 115 instead of the speaker 120. 10 operates using the power of the battery 140.

In addition, in order to install the display unit 12 of the portable terminal 10 through the window 113d to the ground so as to slide the support 116 to the engaging portion 116a of the main body 112, the support ( By allowing the 116 to be supported on the ground, the portable terminal 10 is kept tilted to secure the viewing angle of the display unit 12.

6 to 8 are an exploded perspective view, a front perspective view and a rear perspective view showing a multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal according to a second embodiment of the present invention. As shown, the multi-functional protective case 200 of the portable terminal according to the second embodiment of the present invention, as in the first embodiment, the housing 210 and the housing (210) to which the portable terminal 20 is detachably mounted; And a speaker 220 installed at 210.

The housing 210 is provided with a mounting space 214 on which one side is opened so that the portable terminal 20 is slidably coupled between the main body 212 and the front cover 213, and the audio terminal of the portable terminal 20 is mounted. A first connector 211 for connecting to 21 is provided.

The main body 212 includes first and second main bodies 212a and 212b coupled to each other by screws, and main printed circuits 230 are installed between the first and second main bodies 212a and 212b. The first connector 211 connected to the main PCB 230 passes through the first opening 212c of the first body 212a and protrudes into the mounting space 214 to be mounted in the mounting space 214. It is connected to the audio terminal 21 of the portable terminal 20.

The front cover 213 is formed with a window opening 213b at a position corresponding to the display unit 22 of the portable terminal 20 mounted in the mounting space 214.

The housing 210 is an earphone jack connected to the first connector 211 through the main PCB 230 by being installed on the main PCB 230 so that the earphone is connected from the outside to listen to the audio of the portable terminal 20. 215 is provided to be exposed outward.

The main PCB 230 is provided with an input / output port 231 exposed to the outside of the housing 210 on one side, and the portable terminal 20 mounted in the mounting space 214 by connecting the input / output port 231 to a PC through a cable. ) Allows music, video, and other data to be transmitted and received through the second connector 217.

The housing 210 is provided with a support 216 to mount the portable terminal 20 on the ground. In this embodiment, the support 216 in which the first connector 211 is installed is hinged to one side. The receiving groove 216c is formed to minimize the protruding portion that damages the appearance by receiving the support 216 when it is returned. Accordingly, as shown in FIG. 10, the support 216 is pulled out by the rotation from the receiving groove 216c and supported on the ground, so that the viewing angle with respect to the display unit 22 of the portable terminal 20 can be secured. The terminal 20 is maintained in a tilted state.

On the other hand, when the housing 210 needs to receive a radio wave according to the function of the portable terminal 20, for example, in order to use the FM broadcast listening, navigation, GPS, etc. to receive radio waves such as FM broadcast signal or satellite signal or receive a reception rate. In order to increase the reception, an internal or external antenna 250 is installed to receive the radio wave and transmit it to the portable terminal 20 through the first connector 211.

The antenna 250 is installed on the support 216 to increase the reception rate of the radio wave by enabling the position variable from the housing 210 in this embodiment, for example, a support divided into two sides by a PCB having an antenna pattern ( 216 is installed between the first and second bodies 216a, 216b.

In addition, the housing 210 includes a first connector 212a which is modularized with the PCB 217a to be connected to the power supply terminal 23 of the portable terminal 20 when the portable terminal 20 is mounted. The battery 240 is installed inside to expose the mounting space 214 through the second opening 212e and supply power to the portable terminal through the second connector 217.

The battery 240 is embedded in the main body 212 of the housing 210 in this embodiment, for this purpose is fixed with a battery tape 241 on the main PCB 230, the external power supply by the connection of the power cable It is a rechargeable battery that receives power from the battery, and supplies power to the power terminal 23 of the portable terminal 20 through the second connector 217.

Meanwhile, a light emitting device module 212d including an LED installed on the PCB 217a and emitting light to the outside indicating an operating state is mounted on the front surface of the first body 212a.

In the present embodiment, two speakers 220 are provided, and the speaker 210 is provided at the front of the housing 210, specifically, the second main body 212b and each speaker room 221 in which a plurality of output holes 221a are formed. The first from the audio terminal 21 of the portable terminal 20 is fixed to each of the tape 222, the cushion member 223 is attached, and is electrically connected to the main PCB 230, mounted in the mounting space 214. Audio is output by the audio signal input to the connector 211. In this case, a cover member 225 and a sealing member 224 are installed to cover and seal the speaker room 221 between the first and second bodies 212a and 212b.

Referring to the operation of the multi-function protective case 200 of the portable terminal according to the second embodiment of the present invention having such a configuration as follows.

As shown in FIG. 9, when the portable terminal 20 is slidably coupled to the mounting space 214, the audio terminal 21 and the power terminal 23 of the portable terminal 20 are provided in the mounting space 214. By being connected to the first and second connectors 211 and 217, the audio output from the portable terminal 20 can be directly heard through the speaker 220 located in the output hole 221a as well as the earphone jack 215. It can also be heard through the earphone, the power of the battery 240 is supplied to the portable terminal (20).

In addition, as shown in FIG. 10, the support 216 is rotated from the receiving groove 216c in order to install the display unit 22 of the portable terminal 20 on the ground so that it can be seen through the window opening 213b. Protruding by the support so as to be supported on the ground to keep the portable terminal 20 is tilted to secure the viewing angle of the display unit 22.

In addition, the antenna 250 receives radio waves such as FM broadcast signals, satellite signals, and the like, and transmits the radio waves to the portable terminal 20 to enable radio reception of the portable terminal 20 or increase radio wave reception rates.

According to the preferred embodiments of the present invention as described above, by protecting the portable terminal from external contact or impact, it prevents scratches and damage, and outputs audio, mounts to the ground, supplies power, FM broadcast signal or satellite signal. Functions such as increasing the receiving power of radio waves and the like can be added and expanded to the portable terminal to maintain the inherent portability of the portable terminal, while expanding the functions of the portable terminal to satisfy various needs of the user.

As described above, specific embodiments have been described in the detailed description of the present invention, but it is obvious that the technology of the present invention can be easily modified by those skilled in the art, and such modified embodiments are defined in the claims of the present invention. It will be included in the technical spirit described.

1 is an exploded perspective view illustrating a multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal according to a first embodiment of the present invention;

2 is a front perspective view showing a multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal according to a first embodiment of the present invention,

3 is a rear perspective view illustrating a multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal according to a first embodiment of the present invention;

4 is a perspective view showing a state in which the mounting space is opened in the multi-function protective case of the portable terminal according to the first embodiment of the present invention,

5 is a perspective view illustrating a state in which the portable terminal is mounted on the multifunctional protective case of the portable terminal according to the first embodiment of the present invention;

6 is an exploded perspective view illustrating a multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal according to a second embodiment of the present invention;

7 is a front perspective view showing a multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal according to a second embodiment of the present invention;

8 is a rear perspective view illustrating a multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal according to a second embodiment of the present invention;

9 is a perspective view illustrating a state in which the portable terminal is mounted on the multifunctional protective case of the portable terminal according to the second embodiment of the present invention;

10 is a perspective view showing the installation of the multi-function protective case of the portable terminal according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

<Explanation of symbols for the main parts of the drawings>

110,210: housing 111,211: first connector

112,212: main body 112a, 212a: first main body

112b, 212b: 2nd main body 112c, 212c: 1st opening

112d and 212d: Light emitting device modules 112e and 212e and second openings

112f: battery cover 112g: battery compartment

113,213: Front cover 113a: Hinge coupling part

113b and 213b: window opening 113c: window tape

113d: Windows 113e: Slide Knob

113f: operation opening 113g: window opening

114,214: Installation space 115,215: Earphone jack

116,216: support 116a: engaging portion

117,217: second connector 117a, 217a: PCB

120,220: Speaker 121,221: Speaker Room

121a, 221a: Output hole 122: Fixed cap

123,223: cushion member 124,224: sealing member

130,230: Main PCB 140,240: Battery

216a, 216b: first and second body 216c: receiving groove

222: speaker tape 225: cover member

231: input and output port 241: battery tape

250: antenna 10,20: portable terminal

11,21: Audio terminal 12,22: Display unit

13,23: power supply terminal

Claims (11)

In the protective case of a portable terminal, A housing in which the portable terminal is detachably mounted and provided with a first connector for connecting to an audio terminal of the mounted portable terminal; A speaker installed in the housing and outputting audio by an audio signal input to the first connector Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal comprising a. The method of claim 1, The housing, The front cover is hinged to the main body so as to be opened by rotation, and the portable terminal is mounted in a mounting space opened by the front cover. Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that. The method of claim 1, The housing, Formation space is formed in which one side is opened so that the portable terminal is slidingly coupled inwardly Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 3, The housing, Provided with an earphone jack connected to the first connector Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 3, The housing, Provided with supports for mounting Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that. The method of claim 5, wherein The housing, With antennas for receiving radio waves and transmitting them to portable terminals Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that. The method of claim 6, The antenna, Mounted on supports Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that. The method of claim 5, wherein The housing, Combination portion is provided for the support is detachably coupled Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that. The method of claim 5, wherein The housing, The support is hinged to one side, the receiving groove is formed to be received when the support is returned Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 3, The housing, When the portable terminal is mounted, a second connector is provided to be connected to a power terminal of the portable terminal, and a battery for supplying power to the portable terminal through the second connector is installed inside; Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that. The method of claim 10, The battery, Batteries mounted inward by opening the battery cover to be opened and closed from the housing, or a rechargeable battery built into the housing Multifunctional protective case of a portable terminal, characterized in that.
KR1020080013864A 2008-02-15 2008-02-15 Multi-function protective case of a portable terminal KR20090088533A (en)

Priority Applications (1)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
KR1020080013864A KR20090088533A (en) 2008-02-15 2008-02-15 Multi-function protective case of a portable terminal

Applications Claiming Priority (1)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
KR1020080013864A KR20090088533A (en) 2008-02-15 2008-02-15 Multi-function protective case of a portable terminal

Publications (1)

Publication Number Publication Date
KR20090088533A true KR20090088533A (en) 2009-08-20

Family

ID=41207117

Family Applications (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
KR1020080013864A KR20090088533A (en) 2008-02-15 2008-02-15 Multi-function protective case of a portable terminal

Country Status (1)

Country Link
KR (1) KR20090088533A (en)

Cited By (4)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
WO2015126572A1 (en) * 2014-02-21 2015-08-27 Alpha Audiotronics, Inc. Earbud charging case
US9148717B2 (en) 2014-02-21 2015-09-29 Alpha Audiotronics, Inc. Earbud charging case
US9723390B2 (en) 2014-02-21 2017-08-01 Alpha Audiotronics, Inc. Earbud charging case for mobile device
KR20190067603A (en) * 2017-12-07 2019-06-17 (주)에스피에스 Smartphone combined external device and external device smartphone combine method

Cited By (5)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
WO2015126572A1 (en) * 2014-02-21 2015-08-27 Alpha Audiotronics, Inc. Earbud charging case
US9148717B2 (en) 2014-02-21 2015-09-29 Alpha Audiotronics, Inc. Earbud charging case
US9602907B2 (en) 2014-02-21 2017-03-21 Alpha Audiotronics, Inc. Earbud charging case
US9723390B2 (en) 2014-02-21 2017-08-01 Alpha Audiotronics, Inc. Earbud charging case for mobile device
KR20190067603A (en) * 2017-12-07 2019-06-17 (주)에스피에스 Smartphone combined external device and external device smartphone combine method

Similar Documents

Publication Publication Date Title
TWI407649B (en) Universal serial bus connector with antenna capabilities
US20090052715A1 (en) Electronic device with an internal microphone array
JP4261581B2 (en) Speaker unit and portable terminal including the speaker unit
US7272420B2 (en) Mobile device interface and adaptation system
US20080123287A1 (en) Casings for hand-held electronic devices
JP2009267985A (en) Mobile terminal device
US20140193024A1 (en) Combined speaker and audio jack
KR20100005030U (en) Portable terminal equipment case which includes Radio communication
US8077860B2 (en) Accessory structure for portable electronic devices
US20080075313A1 (en) Electronic device amd process for mounting microphone therein
US20080240471A1 (en) Electronic device including internal microphone array
US20080013758A1 (en) Externally connected microphone module
US20070160228A1 (en) Audio signal input and output apparatus
CN212752629U (en) Electroacoustic component, smart watch and electronic equipment
CN111509369A (en) Antenna assembly and electronic equipment
KR20090088533A (en) Multi-function protective case of a portable terminal
JP2007143086A (en) Radio communication terminal
US20090128423A1 (en) Antenna and wireless terminal
CN211429753U (en) Electronic device
KR20090079720A (en) Portable Terminal Having Antenna Integrated With External Case For Receiving Broadcasting Singal
CN113286021A (en) Electronic device
JP2013240034A (en) Protection cover
KR101124433B1 (en) The case of portable multimedia device
KR200410349Y1 (en) Portable DMB receiver having fixing holder
KR200406680Y1 (en) speaker

Legal Events

Date Code Title Description
A201 Request for examination
E902 Notification of reason for refusal
E601 Decision to refuse application