ES2520315B1 - Protective cover for remote control - Google Patents

Abstract

Protective cover for remote control (4), where the remote control (4) comprises a signal emitting element (6) and a keypad (5) on one side of the remote control (4), characterized in that it comprises an opening ( 3) for the introduction and removal of the remote control (4) in the sheath (1) and because it is made of an elastic material that wraps the remote control (4) in a tight way, said opening (3) being in a position outside the corresponding to the face of the keypad (5) of the remote control (4), so that the face of the keypad (5) is always protected by the cover (1).

Description

DESCRIPTION

Protective case for remote control.

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

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The present invention relates to a protective cover for remote controls intended to be used to protect the remote controls from dirt, especially that which is embedded between the buttons and on the part of the keypad, even preventing the transmission of germs from some people to others as these are a source of contagion.

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TECHNICAL PROBLEM TO BE RESOLVED AND BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

A variety of devices focused on the protection of remote controls are known in the current state of the art, although most of them are focused on protection against shocks. These covers generally cover the perimeter of the controls, 15 being the most favorable area to receive blows. One of these documents is represented by document ES 2079880 T3, where a cover is shown inside which a remote control is inserted and adjusted through reinforcements incorporated in the sides of the cover that make the dimensions of these sides Be variable. In this way, it adjusts to cover the control by all corners. twenty

All the existing models are open devices that only protect the lateral area of the controls and by increasing the dimensions they also avoid knocking the face of the keypad against a flat surface.

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However, these devices are not focused on the problem of protecting the controls against dirt that is embedded in the area of the keypad. A document that presents a solution to this problem is the one represented in WO2012 / 176035A1. The case described in this patent is a flexible case that wraps around a remote control. A protective element is described for the front zone in which the signal emitter of the command is located and a rear zone that is closed by an adhesive element.

The present invention simplifies the embodiment shown in this document and that represents the closest known state of the art, representing a more attractive, economical and functional device. 35

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The protective cover for remote controls that is the object of the invention is designed to keep the remote controls protected from dirt that accumulate when handled and cannot be cleaned effectively.

The cover is made of elastic and transparent or semitransparent material so that the buttons on the control button are visible for correct handling. Its main mission is to house a remote control tightly and without gaps, adapting to it. 45 To this end, its dimensions are somewhat smaller than the dimensions of the control for which it is designed. It has an opening for the introduction and removal of the remote. This opening can be located either in an area that is in correspondence with the face of the remote control opposite to that contained in the keypad or in an area that is in correspondence with a side face of the remote control, adjacent to the face that contains the 50

keypad The fact is that the opening for the remote control is in any position as long as the keypad is not unprotected.

In an alternative embodiment, the case also has an additional opening in the lateral area corresponding to the signal transmitter of the remote control. 5

In this way, a protective cover is obtained that in its use protects the remote control from dirt, facilitating its cleaning and being able to handle it perfectly, being transparent or semi-transparent, elastic and flexible, so that it will even prevent the transmission of germs from some people. to others as these are a source of contagion. 10

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

To complete the invention that is being described and in order to help a better understanding of the features of the invention, according to a preferred example of embodiment thereof, a set of drawings is attached where, for illustrative purposes and non-limiting, the following figures have been represented:

- Figure 1 shows an exploded view in upper front perspective of the protective case and the remote control. twenty

- Figure 2 shows an exploded view in upper front perspective of the protective sheath in a second embodiment and the remote control.

The following is a list of the references used in the figures: 25

1. Cover

2. Secondary opening for the issuer.

3. Opening for command.

4. Remote control.

5. Keypad. 30

6. Signal emitter.

DESCRIPTION OF A PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

The present invention describes an elastic and adaptable sheath (1) made of a silicone, latex or similar material, the contour of which coincides approximately with the measurements of a standard remote control (4). The measures of the cover (1) will always be somewhat lower, so that when the control (4) is introduced into the cover (1), there are no gaps and the control (4) is compressed inside the cover (1) and without relative movement.

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The cover (1) has an opening (3) for the introduction and removal of the remote control (4). The dimensions of this opening (3) are smaller than those of the face of the control with which it corresponds. With the shape of this opening (3), the cover (1), being of elastic material, has a design in which the introduction of the control (4) does not present any problem, and the extraction is difficult, because a Once inside the case (1), the control (4) is adjusted and without gaps. This prevents the accidental exit of the control (4) from the cover (1) or even the movement of the control (4) inside the cover (1), and can even cause the partial exit of the control (4) of the cover ( 1), having to be returned to its correct position.

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In one embodiment, as shown in Figure 2, the opening (3) for introduction into the cover (1) of the remote control (4) is located in an area that remains

correspondence with the face of the remote control (4) opposite to that in which the keypad (5) is located.

In another embodiment, the opening (3) is located in an area that corresponds to one of the side faces of the remote control (4) adjacent to the face 5 in which the keypad (5) is located. In particular, in figure 1 the opening (3) is shown on the side opposite to the one containing the signal emitter (6).

In another embodiment, such as that shown in the figures, the control has a secondary opening (2) that corresponds to the signal transmitter (6) of the remote control (4). This secondary opening for the transmitter (2) can have a larger size and thus have a double functionality, also serving for the introduction of the control (3). In this case, the case would have only one opening.

Being the cover (1) of elastic material, it adapts to the control (4) so that it is completely wrapped in it, except for the sides where the mentioned openings (2, 3) are located.

The material of the cover is transparent or semitransparent so that the keypad (5) can be seen and handled correctly. twenty

The present invention should not be limited to the embodiment described herein. Other configurations can be made by those skilled in the art in view of the present description. Accordingly, the scope of the invention is defined by the following claims. 25

Claims (6)

1. Protective cover for remote control (4), where the remote control (4) comprises a signal emitting element (6) and a keypad (5) on one side of the remote control (4), characterized in that it comprises an opening (3) for the introduction and removal of the remote control 5 (4) in the sheath (1) and because it is made of an elastic material that wraps the remote control (4) in an adjusted manner, said opening ( 3) in a position outside that corresponding to the face of the keypad (5) of the remote control (4), so that the face of the keypad (5) is always protected by the cover (1).  10 2. Protective cover according to claim 1, characterized in that it comprises a secondary opening (2) arranged in correspondence with the signal emitting element (6). 3. Protective cover according to claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the opening (3) for the introduction and removal of the remote control (4) is located in a position corresponding to a side face of the remote control (4) . 4. Protective cover according to claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the opening (3) for the introduction and removal of the control (4) in the cover (1) is located in a position corresponding to a face of the remote control ( 4) opposite the face that contains the 20 keypad (5). 5. Protective cover according to claims 1 or 2, characterized in that it is made of a transparent material.  25 6. Protective cover according to claims 1 or 2, characterized in that it is made of a semi-transparent material.