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Audio output apparatus and vibrator

US8170243B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 2009
Grant dateMay 1, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04R2440/05
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An audio output apparatus is provided. The audio output apparatus includes: a vibration member, a vibrator, a vibrator positioning unit, and a vibrator-depth positioning unit. The vibration member vibrates to output a sound. The vibrator is in contact with the vibration member and detachably attached thereto to allow the vibration member to vibrate in response to an input audio signal. The vibrator positioning unit controls a contact position between the vibrator and the vibration member. The vibrator-depth positioning unit adjusts a position of the vibrator in the direction of being pressed against the vibration member and brought into contact with the vibration member.

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