Cardo Systems, Inc. Patent applications |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20140073249 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING HARDWARE COMMUNITY - The invention relates to a method for permitting communication between a first Bluetooth-enabled device and one or more additional Bluetooth enabled devices, the method comprises performing of a coupling procedure that causes storage at said first device of the Bluetooth Device Address (BD Addr) of each of the one or more devices with which said first device needs to be permitted to communicate. | 03-13-2014 |
20130241799 | WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A wireless communication device includes a support and a wireless communication device housing which is seatable in the support. The wireless communication device housing defines a channel in at least a portion thereof and which has a first pivot hole extending through a wall of the channel. An antenna has a first end and extends to a second, free end. The first end defines a pivot. The antenna is disposed in the channel so that the pivot is aligned with the first pivot hole. A pivot pin extends through the first pivot hole at the pivot. | 09-19-2013 |
20120272436 | HELMET HAVING EMBEDDED ANTENNA - An enhanced protective helmet includes in one embodiment an outer shell and a molded lining disposed within the outer shell and contoured to surround a human head. The helmet further includes an elongated antenna having a proximal end and a free end, the antenna being supported by the molded lining. The helmet includes a connection point which can be mounted to the molded lining or otherwise extend away from the proximal end of the antenna, the connection point communicatively connected to the proximal end of the antenna. The connection point receives a connection from a mobile communication device, thereby linking the mobile communication device and the antenna. The antenna is located at helmet location that is along one side of the helmet above a left or right ear of the user for optimizing antenna performance. | 11-01-2012 |
20120272435 | HELMET HAVING EMBEDDED ANTENNA - An enhanced protective helmet includes in one embodiment an outer shell and a molded lining disposed within the outer shell and contoured to surround a human head. The helmet further includes an elongated antenna having a proximal end and a free end, the antenna being supported by the molded lining. The helmet includes a connection point which can be mounted to the molded lining or otherwise extend away from the proximal end of the antenna, the connection point communicatively connected to the proximal end of the antenna. The connection point receives a connection from a mobile communication device, thereby linking the mobile communication device and the antenna. | 11-01-2012 |
20120202425 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INITIATING AD-HOC COMMUNICATION BETWEEN MOBILE HEADSETS - A system and method are provided for a system and method for initiating ad-hoc communication between mobile headsets. A communication device is provided, including a processor and a control circuit which is connected to the processor and which has a paired-communication module that configures the processor to provide paired communication with at least one additional device. The control circuit further includes an ad-hoc communication module that configures the processor to establish and maintain an ad-hoc communication session with a second communication device that is not presently paired with the first communication device. The referenced communication session is enabled by acquiring an open communication channel. Additionally, a method for providing an ad-hoc communication session with at least one communication device is provided. The method begins by identifying a second communication device within communication range of a first communication device and which is not presently paired to the first communication device. The method continues by requesting a communication channel through which the first communication device and the second communication device can communicate, and pairing the first communication device and the second communication device. Then, an acceptance from the second communication device to join the ad-hoc communication session is received. Upon receiving the acceptance, the communication channel for communication between the first communication device and the second communication device is opened. Upon termination of the ad-hoc communication session, the first communication device and the second communication device are disconnected. | 08-09-2012 |
20120201393 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ADJUSTING AUDIO INPUT AND OUTPUT SETTINGS - Compensating for varying degrees of ambient noise in a mobile device. One possible noise compensation application has a plurality of selectable settings associated with a range of speeds of motion. This noise compensation application, when executed by the processor, configures the control circuit to: receive an input from the detector, detect an amplitude of the input, compare the amplitude with a selected one of the settings, and selectively adjust an amplification device when the detected amplitude is within a prescribed range. Another possible noise compensation application has plurality of selectable settings each associated with a range of audio frequencies. This noise compensation application, when executed by the processor, configures the control circuit to: receive an input from the detector, detect a frequency of the input, compare the frequency with a selected one of the settings, and selectively filter the ambient noise when the detected frequency is within a prescribed range. | 08-09-2012 |
20120190315 | COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM FOR A HELMET - A communications system is configured to attach to a helmet that includes vent openings formed in an outer shell of the helmet. Components of the system are configured to extend through the openings of the helmet for detachably coupling the components to the helmet. The system can include a main communications module that includes electronic components and a control panel and the system can further include other audio components that include speakers and a microphone. The system also provides the ability to communicate with and/or operate as a digital media player, a radio tuner, a telephone, or a global positioning system (GPS) or another device using Bluetooth technology or other technology. | 07-26-2012 |
20120190314 | COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM FOR A HELMET - A communications system is configured to attach to a helmet that includes vent openings formed in an outer shell of the helmet. Components of the system are configured to extend through the openings of the helmet for detachably coupling the components to the helmet. The system can include a main communications module that includes electronic components and a control panel and the system can further include other audio components that include speakers and a microphone. The system also provides the ability to communicate with and/or operate as a digital media player, a radio tuner, a telephone, or a global positioning system (GPS) or another device using Bluetooth technology. | 07-26-2012 |
20120189153 | Mounting Panel With Elongated Tongue - A device for mounting a communication headset to a helmet includes a mounting panel having a seat in a front surface thereof that includes a set of electrical contacts and a guide, a printed circuit board | 07-26-2012 |
20120148080 | WIDE ACTION CLAMPING MOUNT FOR COMMUNICATION HEADSET TO HALF-HELMETS, SPORTS HELMETS, AND THE LIKE - Device for mounting a communication headset to helmets of the type having a first strap extending in front of an ear of a user, a second strap extending behind the ear, and a chin strap connectable to the first and second straps, for instance, sports helmets. The device includes a mounting panel having a seat that includes electrical contacts connected to a printed circuit board and a guide. A rear of the mounting panel spans a distance that overlaps the first second straps. A second surface also spans the distance that overlaps the first and second straps and is movable relative to the mounting panel. A clamp resiliently biases the second surface into contact with the rear surface of the mounting panel but is urgable so as to move the second surface away from the rear surface allowing the device to be fastened to or removed from the helmet. | 06-14-2012 |
20110034217 | DEVICE FOR MOUNTING COMMUNICATION HEADSET TO SPORTS HELMETS AND THE LIKE - Device for mounting a communication headset to helmets of the type having a first strap extending in front of an ear of a user, a second strap extending behind the ear, and a chin strap connectable to the first and second straps, for instance, sports helmets. The device includes a mounting panel having a seat that includes a set of electrical contacts and a guide. A printed circuit board is in electrical connection with the electrical contacts. First and second legs are slideably movable along the guide. First and second clasps are pivotally mounted to a respective leg. In a further aspect of the inventions, one or more speakers can be in conductive contact with the printed circuit board. In still a further aspect of the invention, a remote assembly is in conductive electrical contact with the mounting device to provide audio signals to a second ear of the user. | 02-10-2011 |
20090264073 | NECKPAD COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM FOR A HELMET - A neckpad communications system for a helmet includes a neckpad body that includes coupling members for detachably coupling the neckpad body to a surface of the helmet. The system includes a communications unit having a first part that is disposed within and covered by the neckpad body and is configured to permit audio communication with another remote device and a second part including audio transducers located at least partially outside the neckpad body. The audio transducers are operatively connected to the communications unit and can include at least one speaker and a microphone. The neckpad body includes cushioning to allow it to be worn against a user's body and includes controls associated with the communications unit that are accessible exteriorly. | 10-22-2009 |