Connector interface system for a multi-communication device
AssigneeApple Inc.
InventorsDonald Novotney, John Filson, David Tupman
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AssigneeApple Inc.
InventorsDonald Novotney, John Filson, David Tupman
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A connector interface system a communication device is disclosed. The interface includes a docking connector. The docking connector includes first make/last break contacts that minimize internal damage to the internal electronics. The docking connector also includes specific keying arrangement to prevent noncompliant connectors from being plugged in, and thereby minimizes potential damage to the multi-communication device. The connector interface system also includes a remote connector which provides for the ability to output audio, input audio, provides I/O serial protocol, and to provide an output video. Heretofore, all these features have not been implemented in a connector. Therefore, this would allow for a standard headphone cable to be plugged in but also for special remote control cables, microphone cables, video cables could be utilized in such a system. The connector interface system also includes a serial protocol to control device features. These controls help a user sort and search for data more efficiently within the device.
A docking connector for a multi-communication device comprising:
The docking connector of clam 3 wherein a Firewire and USB interface are both utilized in the docking connector.
A connector interface comprising:
A connector interface system for a multi-communication device comprising:
A connector interface system for a multi-communication device comprising:
A docking connector comprising:
A docking connector comprising:
A remote connector comprising:
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.