| DANA INNOVATIONS Patent applications |
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| 20120256064 | Flush Mount Panels With Multiple Aligned Receiving Brackets - A panel with multiple openings and brackets can be used to flush-mount multiple components in a wallboard. The panel is installed flush with the wallboard and the junction between the panel and the wallboard is plastered or drywalled to create a uniform appearance. Wall-mounted components can then be installed into the brackets into openings that have been pre-measured and cut to ensure that the components are aligned with precision relative to one another before installation even begins. | 10-11-2012 |
| 20100310088 | Wall Mounted Docking Station - A multi-zone audio system is provided that is portable to a handheld audio device at a plurality of locations. The system includes a multi-zone audio system controller having an audio input/output selection circuit for selectively regulating the source and distribution of audio signals. A plurality of handheld connector docks are distributed about the multi-zone system. Each connector dock is in communication with the audio system controller. The connector docks include a connector port, engagable to the handheld device, for communicating music/data/commands between the handheld device and the system controller. A plurality in-wall audio controllers are also distributed about the multi-zone system. Each in-wall controller is in communication with the audio system controller, and includes an input circuit for selective input of commands to regulate operation of the system controller and/or the handheld device. The handheld connector docks are operative to transfer music/data/commands between the audio system controller and a handheld device disposed within the connector dock. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20100141839 | Portable Charger With Additional Functionality - A portable battery charger for a portable media player recharges the portable media player without needing to be plugged into a wall or other stationary power source. The portable battery charger also adds extra functionality to the portable media player by providing a command interface to control an electronic device and a wireless transmitter that operates on a frequency outside of the commonly used AM/FM bands. The portable media player preferably plugs into a cradle on the portable battery charger so that the two units seamlessly act as one unit. This combination seemingly creates a new portable media player with a longer battery life and the ability to wirelessly control devices. | 06-10-2010 |
| 20100113106 | PORTABLE IPOD CHARGER WITH ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONALITY - A portable battery charger for a portable media player recharges the portable media player without needing to be plugged into a wall or other stationary power source. The portable battery charger also adds extra functionality to the portable media player by providing a command interface to control an electronic device and a wireless transmitter that operates on a frequency outside of the commonly used AM/FM bands. The portable media player preferably plugs into a cradle on the portable battery charger so that the two units seamlessly act as one unit. This combination seemingly creates a new portable media player with a longer battery life and the ability to wirelessly control devices. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100087089 | Wall Mounted Docking Station - A multi-zone audio system is provided that is portable to a handheld audio device at a plurality of locations. The system includes a multi-zone audio system controller having an audio input/output selection circuit for selectively regulating the source and distribution of audio signals. A plurality of handheld connector docks are distributed about the multi-zone system. Each connector dock is in communication with the audio system controller. The connector docks include a connector port, engagable to the handheld device, for communicating music/data/commands between the handheld device and the system controller. A plurality in-wall audio controllers are also distributed about the multi-zone system. Each in-wall controller is in communication with the audio system controller, and includes an input circuit for selective input of commands to regulate operation of the system controller and/or the handheld device. The handheld connector docks are operative to transfer music/data/commands between the audio system controller and a handheld device disposed within the connector dock. | 04-08-2010 |
| 20100050538 | MOUNTING SYSTEM WITH COMPONENT AND COVER PLATES - Mounting systems are described for installing components in walls or other structural barriers. A preferred mounting system has a rear bracket and a component holder that supports the component, and that cooperate with each other to sandwich the structural barrier. An intermediate piece mates with the component holder, and has a hole through which a portion of the component can extend. A cover mates with the component holders, and is preferably recessed within the intermediate piece such that the outward facing surface of the cover is flush with a spackle rim. | 03-04-2010 |
| 20090173854 | Adjustable Height Toggle Foot - A clamping system includes a clamp with an optional cap or other extender that adapts the clamp to walls, ceilings or other partitions of different thicknesses. Preferred clamping arms “toggle” out of the way during installation. Kits can include multiple extenders of different sizes. Contemplated systems can be used for installing speakers, lighting fixtures, television monitors, wall switches and myriad other devices. | 07-09-2009 |
| 20090110229 | Wall Mountable Object With Differently Shaped Finish Options - A speaker mount has differently shaped coverings. Preferred speakers have a mount that is coupled to a base. The speaker has two interchangeable covers with speaker grills that fit over the mount and have two visibly different shapes. | 04-30-2009 |
| 20090095861 | WALL MOUNTING BRACKET WITH SLIDABLE WING - A wall mounting bracket apparatus and system is provided. The apparatus and system has a body and a slidable wing that slides along the body and mates with the discrete attachment positions along the body. The body may have a perimeter and a corresponding opening. It is also contemplated that the body may have a perimeter that is of a different shape than the opening or plurality of openings within the perimeter. The opening area preferably have an area of at least 20 in | 04-16-2009 |
| 20080224006 | Mounting System For Flush Assembly in Walls and Ceilings in Walls And Ceilings - A flush-mounting system includes a mounting bracket with an opening that is coupled to a support extending substantially in a plane to allow the mounting bracket to move along the support. An inner bracket is disposed with the mounting bracket's opening and can be slide in and out of the opening to adjust accordingly. Among the many different possibilities, the flush mounting system also has a second support extending parallel to the first support and a mechanism coupling an opposite side of the bracket to the second support. It is further contemplated that the structure is a stud of any structure in a building such as wood, cement, masonry, and stone. A wallboard is then provided to cover the mounting system for a flush-mounting look. | 09-18-2008 |
