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System and method for media damage prevention on a portable player

US7484026B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 28, 2005
Grant dateJan 27, 2009
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Expiry dateJul 14, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2011/0294
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The system includes a removable entertainment device including an information retrieval device. The information retrieval device is configured to receive removable storage media. The removable entertainment device includes a controller in electrical communication with the information retrieval device to retract the media into the information retrieval device when the controller receives a signal indicative that the removable entertainment device will be moved. Such signals may include a screen closure sensor, a movement sensor, or a player supported sensor.

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