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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
May. 09, 1995
Filed:
May. 12, 1994
Wayne McKinnon, Georgetown, TX (US);
David Bryant, Austin, TX (US);
William McRight, Round Rock, TX (US);
Edwin Kretzschmar, Austin, TX (US);
Rolm Systems, Santa Clara, CA (US);
Abstract
An interconnect bracket which mechanically and electrically connects an auxiliary device to a main unit. Very few additional parts are required and the auxiliary device is user installable with minimal tools. The interconnect bracket provides the electrical connection by employing traces which run the length of the bracket. The interconnect bracket attaches to the bottom surface of the main unit and is configured to fit within receiving recess slots such that the bracket is substantially flush with the bottom surface of the main unit. As a result, no visible connectors or cables are necessary. The interconnect bracket is lightweight and contains guides which assist in the installation of the auxiliary device. The interconnect bracket provides a means of connection which enables the auxiliary device to separate from the main unit when subjected to forces such as would be experienced if the coupled units were dropped. This reduces the potential for damage to the components of the main unit and auxiliary device.