Abstract:
A car speakerphone (10; 32; 47; 48; 49) to be attached to a sun visor (4) in the cabin of a car (5), which sun visor (4) is of the type, that can be rotated about a first axis (38) into different adjustment positions (P). The speakerphone (10; 32; 47; 48; 49) comprises a speaker housing (11), at least a first microphone device (2, 9, 45, 53, 55) with a directivity (41) and including at least a first microphone (2, 14-21). The speakerphone comprises adjustment means (22, 23, 24, 25; 27; 31) for adjusting the directivity (41) of said microphone device (2, 9, 45, 53, 55) in relation to the sun visor (4). The adjustment means (22, 23, 24, 25; 27; 31) are adapted to automatically adjust the directivity (41) of the microphone device (2, 9, 45, 53, 55) as a function of the adjustment position (P) of the sun visor (4).
Abstract:
A wearable portable speaker system for mobile electronic devices having at least one speaker capable of connecting to a mobile electronic device and a fixture for housing the at least one speaker. The fixture is formed as a collar having an opening formed therein and the at least one speaker is housed in the fixture so that an output of the speakers is at least partially directed upwards from a top portion of the fixture.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the invention provide a wearable personal sound speaker system kit. The kit includes a speaker housing adapted to securely hold a speaker; an attachment mechanism adapted to secure the kit to a worn item; and a connector adapted to couple the speaker housing to the attachment mechanism. The kit is adapted to support the speaker proximate to a user's ear without contacting the ear. Numerous additional features are disclosed.
Abstract:
A microphone having an integral ball along the microphone body is mounted in a housing that defines a socket for receiving the ball. The microphone may be articulated on the ball and socket mount and the resistance to the articulation force may be varied by tightening and loosening a slotted cap that exerts a spring force on the microphone. The microphone and housing may be mounted to a surface such as a wall or ceiling and plenum ratings may be maintained through ceiling mounts.
Abstract:
An integrated wireless electronic system comprises an electronic device, a headset, a charger, and an accessory. The electronic device includes a charger port and a headset port for connecting the charger and the headset to the electronic device. The headset includes a speaker and an earpiece that are retractable into an interior chamber of the headset for inserting the headset into the electronic device. The headset includes a connector end for simultaneously charging the electronic device and the headset with the charger.
Abstract:
A stand includes a main housing having a power supply cavity and a control cavity in which a power supply and controller are respectively housed. The main housing also includes access ports for external connection with the power supply. The stand also includes a leg assembly attached to a first side wall of the main housing, the leg assembly allowing for outward extension of a first leg and a second leg to increase the stability of the stand. The stand further includes a telescoping mast attached to the main housing. The telescoping mast includes a mount for the selective attachment of a functional device thereto. A power and control conduit connects the power supply and mount for the transmission of electric power and control signals to the functional device.
Abstract:
A microphone having an integral ball along the microphone body is mounted in a housing that defines a socket for receiving the ball. The microphone may be articulated on the ball and socket mount and the resistance to the articulation force may be varied by tightening and loosening a slotted cap that exerts a spring force on the microphone. The microphone and housing may be mounted to a surface such as a wall or ceiling and plenum ratings may be maintained through ceiling mounts.
Abstract:
A reduced acoustic signature loudspeaker system includes left and right loudspeaker assemblies that include cabinets having a plurality of sides. A full range acoustic driver/array is mounted to the first side and facing a side wall of a listening space, the second side forms the rear of the loudspeaker assembly to which is mounted a set of input terminals. The full range on-axis directional acoustic output of each loudspeaker assembly is directed outward toward the left and right side walls respectively of the listening space at an azimuth of approximately 180+/−45 degrees. No acoustic output of the loud speaker system is directed toward the listening space or directed vertically, up or down and the first sides of the left and right loud speaker assemblies are separated by a distance of at least approximately 1.0 feet.
Abstract:
A speaker mounting system comprising a speaker housing configured to house a speaker, a wall mount configured to be mechanically fastened to a wall, and one or more adjustment pieces actuatably connecting the speaker housing to the wall mount. The adjustment pieces may comprise a first adjustment piece fixed to the wall mount and a second adjustment piece slidably and rotatably attached to the first adjustment piece and pivotally attached to the speaker housing. The second adjustment piece may be configured to laterally slide toward and away from the wall mount and to rotate about a first axis and the speaker housing may be configured to rotate or pivot relative to the second adjustment piece about a second axis perpendicular to the first axis. The speaker mounting system may also comprise a biasing member and locking mechanism for selectively allowing and preventing rotation about the first and second axes.
Abstract:
An in-wall mounted housing or enclosure for an electronic apparatus, such as used as part of a wireless sound system, is configured with a relatively large volume chamber which requires a limited size cut-out for installation. With such a configuration, the enclosure can be mounted within a wall, ceiling, or floor structure while having a sufficient volume to contain all of the required electrical components for a particular application, such as in a wireless sound system. In one arrangement, the housing is configured with two or more chambers where each chamber contains a distinct electrical component. Separation of certain electrical components into distinct chambers can minimize electrical interference between the components during operation. In one arrangement, the housing is further configured to carry both low voltage and high voltage components within the separate chambers while minimizing electrical interference among the components.