Patent · US Expired

Surface mount multimedia outlet

US5807139A · kind A · utility

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38Claims
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Filing dateNov 4, 1994
Grant dateSep 15, 1998
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Expiry dateNov 4, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R2201/16
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A surface mount multimedia connector housing is disclosed. The housing is both a functional and aesthetically pleasing arrangement which is beneficial for visible placement. The housing is configured in alternate embodiments of two or six ports wherein anywhere from one through six ports may be operable. More specifically, one or two ports may be operable in the two port housing and one through six ports may operate in the six port housing, as desired. Identification of each port is provided for both, by the inclusion of colored tabs with Icons and by write-on labels oriented on the cover of the housing. The unit provides storage for excess cable, and segmented knockouts for cable/raceway entry.

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