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Ergonomic headset assembly

US6754361B1 · kind B1 · utility

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17Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 17, 1997
Grant dateJun 22, 2004
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Expiry dateApr 17, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04R2201/107
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An ergonomic headset assembly having increased comfort and convenience of use is provided. In accordance with one embodiment a headset assembly is provided which includes a first headpiece pivotally coupled to a second flexible headpiece. The headset assembly further includes means for limiting the pivotal movement of the flexible headpiece with respect to the first headpiece. This allows the tension of the headset assembly to be suitable adjusted to the head size of the wearer. In accordance with another embodiment a headset assembly which includes a headband and an electronics housing pivotally coupled to the headpiece is provided. The pivotal coupling of the electronics housing with respect to the headband allows the electronics housing to be swung away from a user's ear and provides additional comfort to the user. In accordance with yet another embodiment a headset assembly having an electronics housing coupled to a clip member is provided. Via the clip member, the electronics may be removably coupled between a headband and a hat.

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