摘要:
The present invention includes methods and apparatus for efficiently coupling an additional component to an electronic device. The invention is particularly useful in conjunction with modular electronic devices. An additional component may be mechanically and electrically coupled to a video electronic device. The added component is joined to the electronic device by a series of easy steps which include bringing the front bottom surface of the electronic device into contact with the front top surface of the added component and then rotating the rear surface of the electronic device, such that the front bottom surface of the electronic device is flush with the front top surface of the added component. The electronic device and added component include feet and receptors respectively that allow them to be easily aligned. Finally, the added component and electronic device are securely joined by a latch. Since the device and component are integral, the added device does not require a large amount of space. To avoid routing wires separately to the added component, the added component is internally electrically coupled to the original device through a card and slot mechanism. The device and component are also electromagnetically coupled so that they share common electromagnetic shielding.
摘要:
A camera is disclosed which has a housing and a carry strap attached to the housing. The strap has a first position and a second position wherein the first position permits the carry strap to be longitudinally extended from the housing as a closed loop to receive one's hand in said closed loop. The second position is created by drawing the carry strap laterally from the housing to create a positioning loop to permit a portion of the hand to pass through while in mechanical contact with the housing.