High definition camera pan tilt mechanism
US7473040B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 14, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N23/695
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In various embodiments, a High Definition (HD) camera may be controlled by one or more motors in a base of the HD camera. Cables and other components may be used to manipulate the camera lens through the side arms of the HD camera. Putting the motors in the base may reduce the size of the outer case of the HD camera and add stability. In some embodiments, images from the HD camera may be converted into a serialized stream and transported over a cable from the lens through a center shaft of the HD camera. Other components may also be used to increase the functionality of the HD camera. In some embodiments, a camera support mechanism may be provided to couple a camera to a display. The camera support mechanism may include a front lip and rear leg to hold camera in place.
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