Abstract:
A latch for securing the cover to the housing of a network interface device including a shaft having a bayonet-type projection at its tail end rotatable to lock with one of two tabs fabricated as part of the housing, and with a stop projection at its opposite end to capture the shaft within the cover. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the housing, the cover, the tabs and the shaft are all constructed of a substantially plastic composition, and with a controlled rotation of ±90° from the quiescent insertion of the shaft for locking and unlocking the network interface device in allowing for automated manufacture and assembly of the interface device in telephone and data equipment test accessing port.
Abstract:
A sealable container having a container body, a cover forming a right angle movably connected to the container body, at least one alignment piece and corresponding alignment bracket, and at least one tension lock connected to the container body. When the container is closed, a conical alignment pin on the alignment bracket engages the conical hole and the tension lock engages the cover in a single action to provide alignment and sealing force to compress and seal enclosures between the cover and the container body simultaneously in two perpendicular planes.
Abstract:
A patch panel is provided comprising a patch panel housing, a first electrical connector a second electrical connector connected to the patch panel housing and an electrical interconnect for connecting the first electrical connector and the second electrical connector and for maintaining electrical connection between the first electrical connector and the second electrical connector while allowing the first connector to be moved both away from and toward the housing, for adjusting a position of the first electrical connector with respect to the housing.
Abstract:
A connector block 6 for selectively routing wiring connections contains a first terminal strip 12, a second terminal strip 14, and a third terminal strip 16, which are disposed on the connector block 6. The first terminal strip 12 has a first wire receiving terminal 42 which is electrically connected to a first output connector 52. The second terminal strip 14 has a second wire receiving terminal 44 which is electrically connected to a second output connector 54. Similarly, the third terminal strip 16 has a third wire receiving terminal 46 which is electrically connected to a third output connector 56. The connector block 6 also contains a bridging device 22 which can be used for selectively connecting either the first output connector 52 or the third output connector 56 to the second output connector 54 thereby establishing an electrical connection between the second wire receiving terminal 44 and the selected output connector.
Abstract:
A call box apparatus includes a controller unit, a radio frequency audio transceiver unit controlled by the controller unit, and a sensor assembly connected to the controller unit for controlling operation of the controller unit. A power supply assembly, an audio storage assembly, an output speaker unit, and an input microphone unit are connected to the controller unit. A housing assembly houses the controller unit, the radio frequency audio transceiver unit, the sensor assembly, the power supply assembly, the audio storage assembly, the output speaker unit, and the input microphone unit. The housing assembly includes a hinged door. The housing assembly includes a first housing portion which supports the door, and a second housing portion which supports the first housing portion. The door includes a door lock assembly. The sensor assembly includes an open-door sensor and a key-operated switch assembly. The power supply assembly includes a rechargeable battery. A solar panel assembly and a power supply interface assembly are connected to the rechargeable battery and the solar panel assembly. When the door is opened, an automatic sequence takes place. Power is applied to the radio frequency audio transceiver unit and all logic circuits. The radio transmits an alarm tone (warble) and a voice message identifying the call box apparatus. A second voice message emanates from the output speaker unit to deliver user instructions. At this point, the call box apparatus becomes a two-way radio station.
Abstract:
A wire trough for an enclosure for telecommunications or other electrical equipment (such as a building entrance protector) has a latch that is disengaged by the application of a force between the wire trough and the enclosure to remove the wire trough from its full mounting position within a corresponding mounting channel within the enclosure wall. The latch prevents inadvertent removal of the wire trough from within the mounting channel, which, for example, might otherwise result from applying tension to wires retained within the wire trough. In one embodiment, the wire trough and mounting channel have, along each lateral edge, a tongue and a groove that engage one another to guide the wire trough into the mounting channel. In addition, the wire trough and mounting channels may have male and female dimples that help retain the wire trough within the mounting channel at the full mounting position.
Abstract:
A rotatable grommet for opening or closing access to a panel opening. The rotatable grommet is a C-shaped grommet having a grommet opening approximately the same size as the access area of a panel opening. The rotatable grommet includes a post that engages an arched slot formed in the panel. The ends of the arched slot define the open and closed positions for the rotatable grommet. The rotatable grommet includes a handle having handle protrusions that ease rotation of the rotatable grommet. At least one latch establishes friction between the rotatable grommet and the panel opening so that the rotatable grommet will not be inadvertently opened or closed.
Abstract:
The application relates to modular electronic apparatus (1) for distribution of RF communication signals. The apparatus comprises a chassis (2) arranged to removably receive plural modules (3), at least some of which are arranged to receive and process RF communication signals. A communication path (17) is provided for modules to communicate with each other and/or with the chassis. Plural modules received in the chassis. When a module is received in the chassis, it is arranged to broadcast a message over the communication path indicating its presence in the chassis and its type. At least one other module is arranged to adapt its behaviour in response to the message.
Abstract:
A telecommunications assembly including a housing and a plurality of modules mounted within the housing. The modules includes a rear face in which is mounted at least one fiber optic connector. Within an interior of the housing are positioned at least one fiber optic adapters. Inserting the module through a front opening of the housing at a mounting location positions the connector of the module for insertion into and mating with the adapter of the housing. The adapters within the interior of the housing are mounted to a removable holder. A method of mounting a telecommunications module within a chassis.
Abstract:
A telecommunications patch panel is provided having a plurality of connector modules rotatably mounted to a frame member. Each connector module has a front face and an opposite facing rear face, and each front face includes a plurality of connector jacks. Each rear face includes a plurality of wire termination blocks. The wire termination blocks are electrically connected to the connector jacks. Each connector module is rotatable about a rotation axis relative to the frame member. A lock selectively locks each connector module to the frame member as desired. The connector jacks and the connector modules are arranged in linear arrays perpendicular to the axis of rotation.