WO2010103511A1 - Système audio étanche intégré dans une casquette - Google Patents

Système audio étanche intégré dans une casquette Download PDF

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WO2010103511A1
WO2010103511A1 PCT/IL2010/000188 IL2010000188W WO2010103511A1 WO 2010103511 A1 WO2010103511 A1 WO 2010103511A1 IL 2010000188 W IL2010000188 W IL 2010000188W WO 2010103511 A1 WO2010103511 A1 WO 2010103511A1
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audio system
cap
power source
audio
visor
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Eran Inbar
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Walletex Microelectronics Ltd.
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04R—LOUDSPEAKERS, MICROPHONES, GRAMOPHONE PICK-UPS OR LIKE ACOUSTIC ELECTROMECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS; DEAF-AID SETS; PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS
    • H04R1/00—Details of transducers, loudspeakers or microphones
    • H04R1/02—Casings; Cabinets ; Supports therefor; Mountings therein
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04R—LOUDSPEAKERS, MICROPHONES, GRAMOPHONE PICK-UPS OR LIKE ACOUSTIC ELECTROMECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS; DEAF-AID SETS; PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS
    • H04R2201/00—Details of transducers, loudspeakers or microphones covered by H04R1/00 but not provided for in any of its subgroups
    • H04R2201/02—Details casings, cabinets or mounting therein for transducers covered by H04R1/02 but not provided for in any of its subgroups
    • H04R2201/023—Transducers incorporated in garment, rucksacks or the like
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04R—LOUDSPEAKERS, MICROPHONES, GRAMOPHONE PICK-UPS OR LIKE ACOUSTIC ELECTROMECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS; DEAF-AID SETS; PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS
    • H04R5/00—Stereophonic arrangements
    • H04R5/02—Spatial or constructional arrangements of loudspeakers

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  • U.S. Pat. No. 5,510,961 issued to Peng, discloses a cap structure with sound recording and generating means and warning lights which includes digitalized sound recording and releasing means and light emitting diodes assembled on the visor of the cap.
  • U.S. Pat. Application No. 2006/0072067, of Jannard describes an eyewear retention system, which may include any of a variety of electronics, including telecommunications receivers, transmitters, electronic storage devices, and head-up display driving circuitry.
  • the present invention is directed to a wearable waterproof audio system embedded in a cap comprising memory storage means embedded in audio player means (also referred to herein as audio system) electrically linked to a power source, preferably a rechargeable power source, said audio player means is configured to be connected to external data and/or electric charging systems for managing the content stored in its memory storage and/or for charging its power source.
  • the audio player means further comprises an earphones connector for connecting earphones, or any other audio outputting means (e.g., speakers), thereby allowing it to play audio content stored in its memory.
  • the waterproof audio system is made substantially flexible and thin (e.g., the audio player and its power source having thicknesses of approximately 1.5 to 5 mm) for allowing it to be embedded in a reinforcing stiffening member of a cap visor.
  • the core components of the audio player means are preferably implemented by a PCBA circuitry comprising processing means and memory means (e.g., RAM, ROM, EEPROM) for storing program code and other data used by the processing means for operating the audio system and memory means for storing the audio content (e.g., Flash memory) .
  • One or more control button (s) adapted to operate the audio player means may be provided on the visor of the cap and/or on one of its closing straps.
  • the one or more control button (s) are placed on one of the closing straps, an earphones connector electrically linked to the audio player means is provided in the free end of the closing strap which allows a user to connect earpieces and listen to played audible content, and a USB connector electrically linked to the audio player means is provided in the free end of the other closing strap allowing a user to connect the audio system to any data/charging system (e.g., PC) for adding/removing data (e.g., audible content) and/or for recharging the power source .
  • data/charging system e.g., PC
  • the audio player means, the power source and the one or more control button (s) may be embedded completely- inside the visor reinforcing stiffening member by means of a plastic molding process thereby sealing and providing waterproof protection to the audio system and, the power source and the one or more control button (s) .
  • the audio player means, power source and one or more control button (s) are embedded completely inside the visor reinforcing stiffening member by means of a plastic lamination process, wherein said plastic lamination is sealed to water and protects the audio system, power source and one or more control button (s) .
  • the audio cap may further include clips above the ear area of the user for holding earphones wires . Additionally or alternatively, the power source may be charged by means of photovoltaic cells integrated in the cap.
  • the audio cap may further comprise display means embedded in the cap, such as but not limited to, light emitting diodes (LEDs) display, liquid crystal display (LCD) , electronic paper (e-paper) , projection display.
  • display means embedded in the cap, such as but not limited to, light emitting diodes (LEDs) display, liquid crystal display (LCD) , electronic paper (e-paper) , projection display.
  • wireless communication hardware e.g., cellular communication means
  • a Blue-tooth module and a microphone may be embedded in the Audio cap of the invention for allowing a user to receive incoming phone calls from a cellular phone having such blue- tooth support, by means of the audio cap.
  • Figs. 2A-2C show rear views of possible embodiments of the audio cap assembly 10 of the invention, wherein there is seen pouch 13 that is used for storing the earphones 30 when audio cap assembly 10 is not used for playing audio content.
  • pouch 13 may further accommodate connecting means (shown in Figs. 6A to 6C) suitable for connecting earphones 30 to audio cap assembly 10, and for connecting audio cap assembly 10 to external data and/or electric charging system, as commonly employed with standard portable media players (e.g., MP3, MP4, iPod) utilizing standard universal serial bus (USB) connectivity (e.g., by connecting the audio player to a personal computer - PC) .
  • connecting means shown in Figs. 6A to 6C
  • USB universal serial bus
  • pouch 13 can be closed by a zipper, a button, a magnet or Velcro, and can store along with the earphones 30 some small objects such as small change.
  • Earphones 30 may comprise a standard audio male connector 31 which fits in the audio jack 26 embedded in closing strap 15a, and audio wires 32 which can be held by the lateral clips 14a and 14b.
  • Side clips 14a and 14b can be made from plastic or fabric and are employed for holding the earphone wire 32 in certain occasions, such as when the audio cap assembly 10 is being worn as depicted in Fig IB.
  • the LED(s) 21 are preferable located more or less between the eyes of user 40 for conveniently providing indications concerning the operation of the audio cap assembly 10. For example, blinking in one LED while playing an audio content and blinking another LED to indicate a state of low power of power source 22.
  • Fig. 5B illustrates placement of the audio system core components 37 over the respective areas 35 covered with glue.
  • the core components 37 are electrically connected and arranged to fit in their locations according to the cap design.
  • a liquid coating material e.g., Dow corning 3- 1953 or 1301ELO coating

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Abstract

L'invention concerne un système audio portable étanche et portatif pouvant être intégré dans des vêtements et utilisé comme un lecteur de musique. Dans un mode de réalisation préféré de l'invention, le système audio portable étanche et portatif selon l'invention est intégré dans une casquette prévue pour offrir une interface conviviale en utilisant des boutons de commande pouvant être utilisés pendant la pratique d'un sport ou d'une quelconque activité en extérieur.
PCT/IL2010/000188 2009-03-09 2010-03-09 Système audio étanche intégré dans une casquette WO2010103511A1 (fr)

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US20040008157A1 (en) * 2002-06-26 2004-01-15 Brubaker Curtis M. Cap-mounted monocular video/audio display
US20050058317A1 (en) * 2003-09-15 2005-03-17 Montgomery Robert D. Headgear and electronic components in combination
US20080132293A1 (en) * 2006-09-06 2008-06-05 Newton Peripherals, Llc Wireless Headset
US20080130272A1 (en) * 2005-05-17 2008-06-05 Michael Waters Hands-Free Lighting Devices

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US20020186180A1 (en) * 2000-11-30 2002-12-12 William Duda Hands free solar powered cap/visor integrated wireless multi-media apparatus
US20040008157A1 (en) * 2002-06-26 2004-01-15 Brubaker Curtis M. Cap-mounted monocular video/audio display
US20050058317A1 (en) * 2003-09-15 2005-03-17 Montgomery Robert D. Headgear and electronic components in combination
US20080130272A1 (en) * 2005-05-17 2008-06-05 Michael Waters Hands-Free Lighting Devices
US20080132293A1 (en) * 2006-09-06 2008-06-05 Newton Peripherals, Llc Wireless Headset

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GB2560036A (en) * 2017-02-28 2018-08-29 Lear Andy E-ear trumpet
GB2560036B (en) * 2017-02-28 2019-02-27 Lear Andy E-ear trumpet

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