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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 26, 1993
Filed:
Dec. 14, 1990
Takaichi Kobayashi, Itsukaichi, JP;
Kazuka Shibasaki, Hamura, JP;
Takashi Hosoi, Oome, JP;
Masami Honda, Oome, JP;
Kazuyoshi Takahashi, Tama, JP;
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, Kawasaki, JP;
Kel Corporation, Tokyo, JP;
Abstract
A function expanding apparatus for a compact electronic device includes a casing having a supporting portion and a supporting plate attached to the casing to be movable in a predetermined direction. A pair of retaining portions are formed on the supporting plate. The rear portion of the electronic device is mounted on the supporting portion and is positioned in its width direction by a pair of positioning members provided at the supporting portion. The front end portion of the electronic device is mounted on the supporting palte and the retaining portions engage the front edge of the electronic device so as restrain the movement of the electronic device in the depth direction thereof. The position of the retaining portion is adjusted by moving the supporting plate, in accordance with the depth of the mounted electronic device.