Supporting and connecting a portable phone
The present invention relates generally to portable electronic device interfacing systems and processes. More particularly, the present invention relates to an apparatus and system for providing a mechanical and electrical interface between a universal interface module and a plurality of portable el...
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Abstract | The present invention relates generally to portable electronic device interfacing systems and processes. More particularly, the present invention relates to an apparatus and system for providing a mechanical and electrical interface between a universal interface module and a plurality of portable electronic devices having different physical configurations. The interface module can be located in an automobile, at home, in an office or in any other location where a power supply is available to allow access to features not offered by the portable electronic device alone. The portable electronic device may be a portable phone, portable computer, wireless data terminal or other wireless communication device or personal data assistant.
An adaptor for supporting and connecting a portable electronic device, such as a portable phone, computer or other wireless communication device. The adaptor includes a pocket member and an interface module. The portable phone mechanically and electrically connects to the pocket member, and the pocket member mechanically and electrically connects to the interface module. The mechanical and electrical connections between the pocket member and the interface module are common between any interface module and any pocket member. In contrast, the receiving section of the pocket member is varied between different pocket members to accommodate portable electronic devices having different physical constructions. The pocket member attaches to the interface module with a limited, one-dimensional movement of the pocket member relative to the interface module to optimize use of space, particularly in vehicles. The pocket member and interface module may further include electrical components to enhance the functionality of the portable electronic device and the safety in operating the portable electronic device while driving by providing hands-free operation of the portable electronic device in addition to hands-free voice and data communication. |
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AbstractList | The present invention relates generally to portable electronic device interfacing systems and processes. More particularly, the present invention relates to an apparatus and system for providing a mechanical and electrical interface between a universal interface module and a plurality of portable electronic devices having different physical configurations. The interface module can be located in an automobile, at home, in an office or in any other location where a power supply is available to allow access to features not offered by the portable electronic device alone. The portable electronic device may be a portable phone, portable computer, wireless data terminal or other wireless communication device or personal data assistant.
An adaptor for supporting and connecting a portable electronic device, such as a portable phone, computer or other wireless communication device. The adaptor includes a pocket member and an interface module. The portable phone mechanically and electrically connects to the pocket member, and the pocket member mechanically and electrically connects to the interface module. The mechanical and electrical connections between the pocket member and the interface module are common between any interface module and any pocket member. In contrast, the receiving section of the pocket member is varied between different pocket members to accommodate portable electronic devices having different physical constructions. The pocket member attaches to the interface module with a limited, one-dimensional movement of the pocket member relative to the interface module to optimize use of space, particularly in vehicles. The pocket member and interface module may further include electrical components to enhance the functionality of the portable electronic device and the safety in operating the portable electronic device while driving by providing hands-free operation of the portable electronic device in addition to hands-free voice and data communication. |
Author | Delianides, Kathryn D Poplawsky, Ralph C Wilkinson, James T |
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