In-ear monitors with removable cables
US7672469B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 17, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 2, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R1/1058
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An audio monitor system that includes a pair of in-ear monitors, each of which includes a connector and a corresponding detachable cable, is provided. Each connector may include a two pin jack assembly and each detachable cable may include a corresponding two pin plug assembly. Preferably, each plug assembly of each detachable cable includes a hooded member. More preferably, a portion of the hooded member covers a portion of the corresponding connector, thus effectively sealing the plug/connector assembly from contamination. Even more preferably, interlocking members are included on each hooded member and each corresponding connector, the interlocking members preventing accidental decoupling of the cable from the connector. The plug and connector assemblies may include means for insuring that a desired pin polarity is maintained during cable coupling.
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