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Dockable media system

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-07-03
VISTEON GLOBAL TECH INC
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[0011]In satisfying the above need, as well as overcoming the enumerated drawbacks and other limitations of the related art, the present invention provides a portable media device and a frame assembly attached to a vehicle headrest. T

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Overhead systems are limited to vehicles for which the cockpit size allows for the inclusion of such systems, while observing the limits of safety and positive consumer experience (i.e., distance of screen from the user's face).
One limitation of the current technology is that it does not allow the consumer to continue this experience outside the vehicle.
These systems also typically lack adequate viewing angle adjustment features.
Additionally, these solutions present safety hazards because by nature they are not secured in a manner consistent with current automotive design practices to protect vehicle occupants in an impact event.

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[0024]Referring now to the FIGS. 1-4, a dockable media system embodying the principles of the present invention is illustrated therein and designated generally at 10. The dockable media system 10 includes a portable media device 12 attached to a frame assembly 14. The portable media device 12 preferably includes a viewing screen 15, such as an LCD screen. The frame assembly 14 includes a locking mechanism 16, which secures the portable media device 12 to the frame assembly 14, and is operable to release the portable media device 12 from the frame assembly 14 when a user activates a releasing feature.

[0025]The frame assembly 14 includes an inner frame 18 and an outer frame 20. The locking mechanism 16 attaches the portable media device 12 within the inner frame 18, securing the portable media device 12 within the inner frame 18. In the embodiments illustrated herein, the locking mechanism 16 fixedly attaches the portable media device 12 within the inner frame 18. It is contemplated, ...

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Abstract

A vehicle headrest assembly includes a portable media device and a frame assembly, including an inner frame, attached to a vehicle headrest. The system includes a locking mechanism configured to secure the portable media device within the inner frame and further configured to release the portable media device from the inner frame.

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BACKGROUND[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The present invention generally relates to a vehicle media system. More particularly, the invention relates to a vehicle media system that may be removably attached to the inside of a vehicle.[0003]2. Description of Related Art[0004]In order to alleviate boredom within a motor vehicle, a variety of devices have been provided that serve to entertain passengers within a vehicle. These devices include DVD players, video game systems, broadcast television or satellite tuners, video cassette players, CD players, MP3 players, computers, etc. Devices may also be provided to travelers for navigation, such as global positioning systems (GPS). Furthermore, travelers have become accustomed to using cell phones and email during travel. Many such entertainment devices and other devices are portable in nature, and travelers bring them into a vehicle. However, often it is desirable for these devices to be attached to the vehicle, in order to provide t...

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IPC IPC(8): A47C7/72B60N2/803B60N2/879
CPCB60N2/4876B60N2/879B60N2/803
Inventor LARUSSA, JOSEPH J.
Owner VISTEON GLOBAL TECH INC
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