# US 2014/0189923 A1 · Waterproof enclosure for audio device > Agents: this data is available as JSON from the patentgrep API and MCP server — see https://patentgrep.com/llms.txt - Number: US 2014/0189923 A1 - Document ID: US20140189923A1 - Status: Published application - Kind: A1 - Application number: 14/155,216 - Filed: 2014-01-14 - Published: 2014-07-10 - Earliest claimed: 2008-07-11 - Assignees: X-1 Audio, Inc. - Applicants: X-1 Audio, Inc. - Inventors: Ron Wilson, II; Carl Pettersen; Kristian Rauhala; Pete Dirksing; Cory McCluskey; Jim Pena - Web page: https://patentgrep.com/patent/US20140189923A1 ## CPC - H05K 5/0247: {Electrical details of casings, e.g. terminals, passages for cables or wiring} - G06F 3/165: {Management of the audio stream, e.g. setting of volume, audio stream path} - H04R 1/028: {associated with devices performing functions other than acoustics, e.g. electric candles} - H04R 1/1091: {Details not provided for in groups H04R1/1008 - H04R1/1083} - H04R 1/44: Special adaptations for subaqueous use, e.g. for hydrophone - H05K 5/0086: {portable, e.g. battery operated apparatus (casings for switching devices H01H9/02)} - H05K 5/0221: {Locks; Latches} - H05K 5/03: Covers - H05K 5/06: Hermetically-sealed casings {(specially adapted for small components H05K5/0095)} - A45F 5/1516: {Holders or carriers for portable handheld communication devices, e.g. pagers or smart phones} - A45F 2005/008: {Hand articles fastened to the wrist or to the arm or to the leg} - H05K: PRINTED CIRCUITS; CASINGS OR CONSTRUCTIONAL DETAILS OF ELECTRIC APPARATUS; MANUFACTURE OF ASSEMBLAGES OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS - G06F: ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N) - H04R: LOUDSPEAKERS, MICROPHONES, GRAMOPHONE PICK-UPS OR LIKE ACOUSTIC ELECTROMECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS; ELECTRIC HEARING AIDS; PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS (producing sounds with frequency not determined by supply frequency G10K) - A45F: TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY ## Abstract Disclosed herein is a waterproof case for protecting electronic devices. The waterproof case includes a flexible waterproof bag attached to a rigid lid that can be opened to allow electronic devices to pass into the bag. When closed, the lid forms a watertight seal that protects the inside of the bag from ingress of water. The lid can include a pass-through jack which allows a user to connect an electronic device, such as an audio device, to an output through the lid. The case may also be incorporated into a flexible attachment system, such as an armband or swimbelt. Methods of connecting an electronic device to an electronic output, such as an audio output, through a waterproof case are also provided. ## Claims ### Claim 1 A device for protecting an electronic device comprising: a wearable article having a flexible waterproof bag configured to enclose an electronic device; a rigid frame attached to the bag, the rigid frame defining an opening larger than a cross-section of the electronic device; a rigid cover coupled to the rigid frame, the cover being movable between an open position, in which the cover is disposed away from the opening, and a closed position, in which the cover forms a waterproof seal with the frame; and a waterproof electronic communication link providing an electronic connection between the inside of the bag and the outside of the bag. ### Claim 2 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein the wearable article is an armband. ### Claim 3 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein the wearable article is a headband. ### Claim 4 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein the wearable article is a waistbelt. ### Claim 5 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein the wearable article is a shirt. ### Claim 6 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein the wearable article is a wetsuit. ### Claim 7 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein the wearable article includes a floatation device. ### Claim 8 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein at least a portion the flexible waterproof bag is at least partially transparent. ### Claim 9 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein at least a portion of an interior surface of the flexible waterproof bag includes a soft protective material. ### Claim 10 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, further comprising a protective member configured to protect the electronic device from impact. ### Claim 11 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein the flexible waterproof bag is configured to be reversibly attached to the wearable article. ### Claim 12 (depends on 11) The waterproof system of claim 11, wherein the flexible waterproof bag is reversibly attached by a zipper. ### Claim 13 (depends on 11) The waterproof system of claim 11, wherein the flexible waterproof bag is reversibly attached by at least one buckle. ### Claim 14 (depends on 1) The device of claim 1, wherein wearable article includes at least one strap attached configured for reversibly securing the wearable article to a person. ### Claim 15 (depends on 14) The waterproof wearable article of claim 14, wherein the strap is configured for securement to an arm of a person. ### Claim 16 (depends on 14) The waterproof wearable article of claim 14, wherein the strap is configured for securement to a waist area of a person. ### Claim 17 (depends on 14) The waterproof wearable article of claim 14, wherein the strap is configured for securement to a head of a person.