US3679845A
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Lighting unit incorporating loudspeakers
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-05-19
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Granted: 1972-07-25
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Expires: 1990-05-19
Abstract
Abstract A light unit incorporating, above, a sound distribution unit separate from the lamp and protected by an upper cap designated to also form the sound box of the aforementioned sound distribution system. The elements are assembled in such a way as to permit easy access to the sound distribution system independently of the lamp.
Inventors
- 👤 Giovanni Geloso
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 20:46
CPC Classifications
H; H04; H04R; H04R1/00; H04R1/02; H04R1/028
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
106 words
In an improved lighting unit and sound distribution system, the combination comprising, a refractor having at least an upper flange portion and a base, a light source within said refractor, an annular plate having a perimeter provided with a plurality of means defining openings arranged to be associated with said refractor, a series of loud speaker units having means adapted to cooperate with the means defining openings in said annular plate and further arranged circumferentially about the flange portion of said refractor, and a protective dome-like cover enshrouding said sound distribution system and including means for associating said cover with the perimeter of said annular plate.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
106 words
In an improved lighting unit and sound distribution system, the combination comprising, a refractor having at least an upper flange portion and a base, a light source within said refractor, an annular plate having a perimeter provided with a plurality of means defining openings arranged to be associated with said refractor, a series of loud speaker units having means adapted to cooperate with the means defining openings in said annular plate and further arranged circumferentially about the flange portion of said refractor, and a protective dome-like cover enshrouding said sound distribution system and including means for associating said cover with the perimeter of said annular plate.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
An improved lighting unit as claimed in claim 1, wherein the refractor is supported on a post.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
37 words
An improved lighting unit as claimed in claim 1, wherein the dome-like cover includes means associated therewith that extend axially therefrom, said means further adapting said unit to be supported in a dependent position from a fixture.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
30 words
An improved lighting unit as claimed in claim 3, wherein the means adapting said unit to be supported in a dependent position is associated with the base of said refractor.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
30 words
An improved lighting unit as claimed in claim 1 wherein the light source includes a support means, said support means being associated with said means associated with said dome-like cover.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
33 words
An improved lighting unit as claimed in claim 1, wherein the dome-like cover is supported in spaced relation relative to said refractor by annular means interposed between the refractor and the dome-like cover.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
27 words
An improved lighting unit as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sound distribution system including the loud speakers is removable as an integral unit from the refractor.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
28 words
An improved lighting unit as claimed in claim 6, wherein the dome-like cover is pivotally supported adjacent to the refractor by means arranged in spaced relation relative thereto.
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-07-25 | 1976-01-24 | 1976-07-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-07-25 | 1980-01-24 | 1980-07-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-07-25 | 1984-01-24 | 1984-07-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |