Patent ID: 8545253
Filing Date: 2013-10-01
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. A high definition multimedia interface connector comprising: a connector having a connector body and having a plurality of high definition multimedia interface terminal plug contacts for transmitting high definition audio and high definition video data, the plurality of high definition multimedia interface terminal plug contacts being located and configured to physically and electrically contact corresponding receptacle port contacts of a standard high definition multimedia interface receptacle into which the connector is insertable, wherein the connector body extends along a longitudinal axis, the connector body having a first end and a second end; an extension operably attached to the second end of the connector body, wherein the extension extends along the longitudinal axis; and at least one projection positioned on an outer top planar surface of the extension, the at least one projection extending away from the longitudinal axis of the extension and configured to cause a mechanical friction fit between the projection and the high definition multimedia interface receptacle so as to releasably engage the high definition multimedia interface receptacle, said projection having transitional surfaces, formed in the direction of insertion and withdrawal of the plug body into the receptacle and configured to release when a sufficient amount of retractive force is applied to the connection.