US3934769A
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Shoulder carrier for video tape machine and camera
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-06-17
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Granted: 1976-01-27
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Expires: 1994-06-17
Abstract
Abstract A pair of rearwardly extending hooks are arranged to engage respective shoulders of a cameraman, and these hooks support a carrier body portion defining a top opening pocket for removably receiving a battery operated portable video tape machine. A standard extends up from the body portion at the front of the body on which a video camera is supported at eye level. The standard has adjustment vertically, laterally, and pivotally for suitable positioning of the camera to the eye of the cameraman. The framework includes side and front brackets for removably holding accessory equipment.
Inventors
- 👤 David Carlson, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 00:46
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16M; F16M13/00; F16M13/04; F16M11/00; F16M11/02; F16M11/04; F16M11/06; F16M11/10; F16M11/20; F16M11/2085; F16M11/24; F16M11/26; F16M11/28; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S224/00; Y10S224/908
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
135 words
A shoulder carrier for a portable camera and associated videotape machine, comprising a. a body portion having front, rear and side portions, b. a pair of rearwardly extending hooks on said body portion arranged for engagement frontwise over the shoulders of a cameraman for supporting said body portion in front of a cameraman above the waist, c. means in said body portion defining a pocket arranged to removably receive and hold a video tape machine, d. an upright standard secured at its lower end to the front of said body portion and projecting above said pocket, e. means at the upper end of said standard to support a camera thereon which is electrically connected to the video tape machine, f. and bracket means on said body portion exteriorly of said pocket for holding accessory equipment.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
135 words
A shoulder carrier for a portable camera and associated videotape machine, comprising a. a body portion having front, rear and side portions, b. a pair of rearwardly extending hooks on said body portion arranged for engagement frontwise over the shoulders of a cameraman for supporting said body portion in front of a cameraman above the waist, c. means in said body portion defining a pocket arranged to removably receive and hold a video tape machine, d. an upright standard secured at its lower end to the front of said body portion and projecting above said pocket, e. means at the upper end of said standard to support a camera thereon which is electrically connected to the video tape machine, f. and bracket means on said body portion exteriorly of said pocket for holding accessory equipment.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
60 words
The shoulder carrier of claim 1 wherein said upright standard is arranged to support a camera at eye level to the cameraman, and lateral axis pivot means intermediate the upper and lower ends of said standard to provide forward and rearward pivotal adjustment of the camera support means for selected adjustment of the camera to the eye of the cameraman.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
80 words
The shoulder carrier of claim 2 wherein said pocket is open at the top for receiving a video tape machine, said rearward pivotal adjusted position of said camera support means locating the latter above the pocket to hold a video tape machine therein against accidental displacement and said forward pivoted adjusted position locating said camera support means out of the way of the top opening of the pocket to allow a video tape machine to be removed from the pocket.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
19 words
The shoulder carrier of claim 1 wherein said bracket means includes a side bracket for removably holding accessory equipment.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
29 words
The shoulder carrier of claim 1 wherein said bracket means includes a side bracket for removably holding accessory equipment and a front bracket also for removably holding accessory equipment.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-01-26 | 1979-07-28 | 1980-01-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-01-26 | 1983-07-28 | 1984-01-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-01-26 | 1987-07-28 | 1988-01-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |