Media holding apparatus
US7896156B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 14, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 14, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05B73/0023
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is an apparatus for holding information storage media such as a disk (4) having an aperture therein. The apparatus includes, among other elements, a base portion and engaging means for releasably engaging the information storage media via said aperture. The engaging means includes at least one arm resiliently cantilevered to the base portion, retaining means for engaging and retaining the information storage media on the apparatus, and release means. The depression of the release means disengages the retaining means and the information storage media. A locating means is provided for receiving a security member as it is inserted beneath the engaging means in a first direction parallel to the base portion so as to inhibit operation of the release means. The locating means is arranged to locate the security member laterally as it is inserted beneath the engaging means.
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