CN220207918U - Removable connector for multimedia device - Google Patents
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The present utility model relates to a removable connector for a multimedia device, having a body with a first end and a second end, the first end being an input end for removably receiving an attachment end of a fiber optic cable, the fiber optic cable being wrapped with a plurality of optical fibers, and the second end being a connector end for removably connecting with a conventional electrical interface; wherein the body comprises an electro-optic transducer to convert an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end.
Description
Technical Field
The present utility model relates to a connector for a multimedia device. More particularly, the present utility model relates to a removable connector for optical fiber connection for multimedia devices such as HDMI, VR, USB and displays.
Background
The known multimedia connector is prone to breakage. Users, especially young users, often damage the connector when playing rough video games or when plugging and unplugging the connector multiple times. After damage, the user needs to replace the connector without having to remove the entire cable from the wall. When the connector is replaced, the optical fiber remains on the wall and only the terminal portion is replaced.
Furthermore, the optical fibers built into the walls of today's houses provide 8K resolution. However, future houses will have 12K resolution. It is therefore desirable to provide a system that can change plugs without rewiring the entire house.
Furthermore, known cable arrangements, such as the Oculus Link cable, provide a cable system without a detachable head. Thus, a single cable has a specific length and has a fixedly attached end termination.
There are no detachable terminals known today for fiber-to-USB or to HDMI.
Accordingly, there is a need for a multimedia connector device that overcomes the above-mentioned drawbacks of known connectors.
Disclosure of Invention
The following presents a simplified summary of one or more embodiments of the utility model in order to provide a basic understanding of such embodiments. This summary is not an extensive overview of all contemplated embodiments, and is intended to neither identify key or critical elements of all embodiments nor delineate the scope of any or all embodiments. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts of one or more embodiments in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
The present utility model provides a solution to the disadvantages of the known systems. The present utility model provides a cable and connector arrangement having two terminals that can be used on both sides of a standard length of optical cable.
By pulling on the fiber optic cable and attaching the fiber optic cable to both ends of the detachable connector, the power source, and the display/target connector, a solution is provided that overcomes the above-described problems.
Concretely, a removable connector for a multimedia device is provided, the connector comprising:
a body having a first end and a second end, the first end being an input end for removably receiving an attachment end of a fiber optic cable, the fiber optic cable encasing a plurality of optical fibers, and the second end being a connector end for removably connecting with a conventional electrical interface;
wherein the body comprises an electro-optic transducer to convert an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end.
In some embodiments, the electro-optic transducer comprises a vertical cavity surface emitting laser VCSEL to convert an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end.
In some embodiments, the body further comprises a power interface.
In some embodiments, the power interface is a USB port.
In some embodiments, the body includes a side disposed between the first end and the second end, and the USB port is formed on the side of the body.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is an HDMI connector selected from a Display receive interface RX-Display and a Source transmit interface TX-Source.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is selected from a USB connector and a USB-C connector.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is an ethernet connector.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is a DVI connector.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is a display port.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is a coaxial connector.
In some embodiments, the connector may be used to connect HDMI to MPO, MPO to HDMI, USB Type a or USB Type C to MPO, MPO to USB Type C or USB Type a, display to MPO, or MPO to display port.
There is also provided a removable connector for a multimedia device, the connector comprising:
a body having a first end, a second end, and a side disposed between the first end and the second end, the first end being an input end for removably receiving an attachment end of a fiber optic cable, the fiber optic cable encasing a plurality of optical fibers, the second end being a connector end for removably connecting with a conventional electrical interface, and the side having a power interface;
wherein the body comprises an electro-optic transducer to convert an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end.
In some embodiments, the electro-optic transducer comprises a vertical cavity surface emitting laser VCSEL to convert an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end.
In some embodiments, the power interface is a USB port.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is an HDMI connector selected from a Display receive interface RX-Display and a Source transmit interface TX-Source.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is selected from a USB connector and a USB-C connector.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is an ethernet connector.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is a DVI connector.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is a display port.
In some embodiments, the connector on the second end is a coaxial connector.
There is also provided a removable connector for a multimedia device, the connector comprising:
a main body having a first end, a second end and a side portion disposed between the first end and the second end, the first end being an input end for removably receiving an attachment end of an optical cable, the optical cable encasing a plurality of optical fibers, the second end being a connector end for removably connecting with a conventional electrical interface, the main body including an electro-optic transducer for converting an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end; the side has a power interface for receiving a virtual reality display connector that connects HDMI to MPO, connects MPO to HDMI, connects USB Type a or USB Type C to MPO, connects MPO to USB Type C or USB Type a, connects the display to MPO, or connects MPO to a display port.
In some embodiments, the electro-optic transducer comprises a vertical cavity surface emitting laser VCSEL to convert an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end.
These and other objects and advantages of the embodiments and summaries herein will become apparent from the following detailed description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
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The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form a part of the specification, illustrate embodiments of the utility model. The drawings together with the description further explain the principles of the utility model and enable a person skilled in the pertinent art to make and use the utility model.
Fig. 1 shows a bottom view of a removable connector for a multimedia device according to a first embodiment of the present utility model;
fig. 2 shows a bottom view of a removable connector for a multimedia device according to a second embodiment of the present utility model;
fig. 3 shows a perspective view of a removable connector according to a first embodiment of the utility model;
fig. 4 shows a perspective view of a removable connector according to a second embodiment of the utility model;
fig. 5 shows a rear view of a first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
fig. 6 shows a rear view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
FIG. 7 is a side view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
FIG. 8 is a side view of a first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
fig. 9 is a top view of a first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model shown in connection with a power cable;
FIG. 10 is a top view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
FIG. 11 is a perspective side view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
FIG. 12 is a perspective side view of a first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
FIG. 13 is an alternative perspective side view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
FIG. 14 is an alternative perspective side view of the first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
FIG. 15 is an end view of a first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model in relation to a fiber optic cable;
FIG. 16 is an end view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model in relation to a fiber optic cable;
FIG. 17 is a top view of a first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
fig. 18 is a top view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model;
FIG. 19 is an end view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a USB connector;
FIG. 20 is an end view of the first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a USB connector;
FIG. 21 is an end view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a USB-C connector;
FIG. 22 is an end view of the first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a USB-C connector;
fig. 23 is an end view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing an ethernet connector;
fig. 24 is an end view of the first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing an ethernet connector;
FIG. 25 is an end view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a DVI connector;
FIG. 26 is an end view of the first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a DVI connector;
FIG. 27 is an end view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a display port;
FIG. 28 is an end view of the first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a display port;
fig. 29 is an end view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing an HDMI connector;
fig. 30 is an end view of the first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing an HDMI connector;
fig. 31 is an end view of a second embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a coaxial connector; and is also provided with
Fig. 32 is an end view of the first embodiment of the removable connector of the present utility model showing a coaxial connector.
Detailed Description
The subject matter now will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and in which certain exemplary embodiments are shown by way of illustration. The subject matter may, however, be embodied in various different forms and, therefore, contemplated or claimed subject matter is not to be construed as limited to any of the example embodiments set forth herein; the exemplary embodiments are provided for illustration only. Likewise, the scope of the claimed or covered subject matter is fairly broad. For example, the subject matter may be embodied as methods, devices, components, or systems, among other things. The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense.
The word "exemplary" is used herein to mean "serving as an example, instance, or illustration. Any embodiment described herein as "exemplary" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments. Likewise, the term "embodiments of the utility model" does not require that all embodiments of the utility model include the discussed feature, advantage or mode of operation.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of embodiments of the utility model. As used herein, the singular forms "a", "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises," "comprising," "includes," and/or "including," when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
The following detailed description includes one or more modes of carrying out the present contemplated exemplary embodiments of the utility model. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense, but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general principles of the utility model, since the scope of the utility model is best defined by the claims as allowed by any final patent.
The video signal (HDMI, USB or display) is an electrical signal that is converted to light by VCSEL laser technology that converts an HDMI (or display port or USB) electrical signal to an optical signal. One or more optical fibers may be used, but it is suggested to use two optical fibers for redundancy. The fibers are then connected to MPO (multi-fiber push-in) connectors. The disclosed utility model has video for games only. The game requires zero delay time and the fiber is the fastest way to connect. Virtual reality requires zero delay time, otherwise the player will become dizziness or nausea. Unlike known video game arcades, in which short cables are not allowed to move freely, the disclosed utility model has particular utility in arcades' technical rooms. Today, PCs are located in the middle of the street floor, because the longest cable is 15 feet, and thus special cages need to be built around the PC. If possible, the arcade will move the PC into the technical room and only the head equipment is available to players on the arcade floor. However, the known devices do not provide a sufficiently long cable. Because the disclosed utility model provides a removable head, the fiber can be pulled in the pipe, perhaps 100 feet or any length necessary to cover the length of a building. All then is to add a termination at the end as disclosed herein, the termination being a component attached to the head piece. According to the disclosed utility model, the cable may extend up to 500 feet.
In accordance with the disclosed utility model, a fiber optic connection removable connector for multimedia devices such as HDMI, VR, USB and displays is provided. The removable connector may be used to connect HDMI to MPO, MPO to HDMI, USB Type a or USB Type C to MPO, MPO to USB Type C or USB Type a, display to MPO, or MPO to display port.
HDMI is used for television, while USB is used for Virtual Reality (VR) games (e.g., oculus Link cable) or for home, home office, or conference room work.
The source does not need power. The display will require power in the form of a power source, USB power, or battery or other power source. As shown in the figures, USB provides power, but the power may be provided by anything else.
As shown in the figures, the virtual reality USB has a 90 ° connector for the display, while the USB used in offices has a straight connector.
Fig. 1 shows a bottom view of a removable connector 10 for a multimedia device according to a first embodiment. The removable connector 10 includes a fiber optic input 12 and a video output 14.
Fig. 2 shows a bottom view of a removable connector 16 for a multimedia device according to a second embodiment. The removable connector 16 includes a fiber optic input 18 and a video output 20.
Fig. 3 shows a perspective view of the removable connector 10 illustrating the output terminal 14 as an HDMI (Display reception interface RX-Display) terminal. A USB power input port 22 is formed on the side of the first embodiment of the removable connector 10. The USB power input port 22 is used only for a display, for example for a virtual reality game.
Fig. 4 shows a perspective view of the removable connector 16 illustrating the output terminal 20 as an HDMI (Source transmission interface TX-Source) terminal.
Fig. 5 shows a rear view of the removable connector 10 illustrating the end 12 as an MPO input.
Fig. 6 shows a rear view of the removable connector 16 illustrating the end 18 as an MPO input (or any other fiber optic connector).
Fig. 7 is a side view of the removable connector 16, wherein the output 18 is a source (USB, DVI, display, BNC, or HDMI).
Fig. 8 is a side view of the removable connector 10, wherein the output 14 is a display (USB, DVI, display, BNC, or HDMI).
Fig. 9 is a top view of the removable connector 10 in relation to a USB power cable 24, the USB power cable 24 being connected at one end to the USB power input port 22 of the removable connector 10 and at the other end to a display (not shown). The MPO cable 26 (or other termination) is shown in a position spaced from the fiber optic input end 12 of the removable connector 10.
Fig. 10 is a top view of the removable connector 16. The MPO cable 26 (or other terminal) is shown in a position spaced from the fiber optic input end 18 of the removable connector 16.
Fig. 11 is a perspective side view of the removable connector 16 with the MPO cable 26 (or other terminal) connected to the fiber optic input 18.
Fig. 12 is a perspective side view of the removable connector 10 with the MPO cable 26 (or other terminal) connected to the fiber optic input end 12.
Fig. 13 is an alternative perspective side view of the removable connector 16 with MPO cables 26 (or other terminals) connected to the fiber optic input end 18.
Fig. 14 is an alternative perspective side view of the removable connector 10 with MPO cables 26 (or other terminals) connected to the fiber optic input ends 12.
Fig. 15 is an end view of the removable connector 10 shown in spaced apart relation to the MPO cable 26 (or other terminal).
Fig. 16 is an end view of the removable connector 16 shown in spaced apart relation to the MPO cable 26 (or other terminal).
Fig. 17 is a top view of the removable connector 10.
Fig. 18 is a top view of the removable connector 16.
Fig. 19 is an end view of the removable connector 16, wherein the output 20 is a USB connector.
Fig. 20 is an end view of the removable connector 10, wherein the output 14 is a USB connector.
Fig. 21 is an end view of the removable connector 16, wherein the output 20 is a USB-C connector.
Fig. 22 is an end view of the removable connector 10, wherein the output 14 is a USB-C connector.
Fig. 23 is an end view of the removable connector 16, wherein the output 20 is an ethernet connector.
Fig. 24 is an end view of the removable connector 10, wherein the output 14 is an ethernet connector.
Fig. 25 is an end view of the removable connector 16 wherein the output 20 is a DVI connector.
Fig. 26 is an end view of the removable connector 10 wherein the output 14 is a DVI connector.
Fig. 27 is an end view of the removable connector 16, wherein the output end 20 is a display port.
Fig. 28 is an end view of the removable connector 10, wherein the output end 14 is a display port.
Fig. 29 is an end view of the removable connector 16, wherein the output 20 is an HDMI connector.
Fig. 30 is an end view of the removable connector 10, wherein the output 14 is an HDMI connector.
Fig. 31 is an end view of the removable connector 16 wherein the output end 20 is a coaxial connector.
Fig. 32 is an end view of the removable connector 10 wherein the output end 14 is a coaxial connector.
While the foregoing written description of the utility model enables one of ordinary skill to make and use what is presently considered to be the best mode of the utility model, those of ordinary skill will understand and appreciate the existence of variations, combinations, and equivalents of the specific embodiments, methods, and examples herein. Thus, the present utility model should not be limited by the embodiments, methods, and examples described above, but by all embodiments and methods within the scope and spirit of the utility model as claimed.
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1. A removable connector for a multimedia device, the connector comprising:
a body having a first end and a second end, the first end being an input end for removably receiving an attachment end of a fiber optic cable, the fiber optic cable being wrapped with a plurality of optical fibers, and the second end being a connector end for removably connecting with a conventional electrical interface;
wherein the body comprises an electro-optic transducer to convert an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end.
2. The removable connector of claim 1, wherein the electro-optic transducer comprises a vertical cavity surface emitting laser VCSEL to convert an electrical signal input via the second end to an optical signal to be output via the first end.
3. The removable connector of claim 1 or 2, wherein the body further comprises a power interface.
4. A removable connector according to claim 3, wherein the power interface is a USB port.
5. The removable connector of claim 4, wherein the body includes a side disposed between the first end and the second end, the USB port being formed on the side of the body.
6. The removable connector according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the connector on the second end is an HDMI connector selected from a Display receive interface RX-Display and a Source transmit interface TX-Source.
7. The removable connector of claim 1 or 2, wherein the connector on the second end is selected from a USB connector and a USB-C connector.
8. The removable connector of claim 1 or 2, wherein the connector on the second end is an ethernet connector.
9. The removable connector of claim 1 or 2, wherein the connector on the second end is a DVI connector.
10. The removable connector of claim 1 or 2, wherein the connector on the second end is a display port.
11. The removable connector of claim 1 or 2, wherein the connector on the second end is a coaxial connector.
12. The removable connector of claim 1 or 2, wherein the connector is operable to connect HDMI to MPO, MPO to HDMI, USB Type a or USB Type C to MPO, MPO to USB Type C or USB Type a, display to MPO, or MPO to display port.
13. A removable connector for a multimedia device, the connector comprising:
a body having a first end, a second end, and a side disposed therebetween, the first end being an input end for removably receiving an attachment end of a fiber optic cable, the fiber optic cable being wrapped with a plurality of optical fibers, the second end being a connector end for removably connecting with a conventional electrical interface, and the side having a power interface;
wherein the body comprises an electro-optic transducer to convert an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end.
14. The removable connector of claim 13, wherein the electro-optic transducer comprises a vertical cavity surface emitting laser VCSEL to convert an electrical signal input via the second end to an optical signal to be output via the first end.
15. The removable connector of claim 13 or 14, wherein the power interface is a USB port.
16. The removable connector according to claim 13 or 14, wherein the connector on the second end is an HDMI connector selected from a Display receiving interface RX-Display and a Source transmitting interface TX-Source.
17. The removable connector of claim 13 or 14, wherein the connector on the second end is selected from a USB connector and a USB-C connector.
18. The removable connector of claim 13 or 14, wherein the connector on the second end is an ethernet connector.
19. The removable connector of claim 13 or 14, wherein the connector on the second end is a DVI connector.
20. The removable connector of claim 13 or 14, wherein the connector on the second end is a display port.
21. The removable connector of claim 13 or 14, wherein the connector on the second end is a coaxial connector.
22. A removable connector for a multimedia device, the connector comprising:
a body having a first end, a second end and a side disposed between the first end and the second end, the first end being an input end for removably receiving an attachment end of a fiber optic cable, the fiber optic cable encasing a plurality of optical fibers, the second end being a connector end for removable connection with a conventional electrical interface, the body comprising an electro-optic transducer for converting an electrical signal input via the second end into an optical signal to be output via the first end; the side has a power interface for receiving a virtual reality display connector that connects HDMI to MPO, MPO to HDMI, USB Type a or USB Type C to MPO, MPO to USB Type C or USB Type a, display to MPO, or MPO to display port.
23. The removable connector of claim 22, wherein the electro-optic transducer comprises a vertical cavity surface emitting laser VCSEL to convert an electrical signal input via the second end to an optical signal to be output via the first end.
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