Patent ID: 6439900
Filing Date: 2002-08-27
Classification: H01R,H05K,Y10S

Abstract:
A retractable slidable communication connector for use in a communication device, comprising:a. a retractable access portion having an aperture formed therein and configured to receive at least a portion of a media connector, said retractable access portion including: i. a frame portion wherein said aperture is formed; and ii. a conductive terminal having a first end and a second end, said first end for making electrical contact with said media connector during use; and b. a fixed portion for providing electrical contact with an electric circuit within said communication device, said fixed portion including: i. a conductive track for slidingly making electrical contact with said second end of said conductive terminal during use as said retractable access portion is extended into an operative position, said conductive track comprising a conductive trace formed on a printed circuit board of said communication device and a non-metallic sealant disposed about at least a portion of said conductive trace forming a surface about which said second end of said conductive terminal forms said electrical contact.