Patent ID: 7066742
Filing Date: 2006-06-27
Classification: G06K,Y10S

Abstract:
1. An information means comprising: a universal serial bus connector having a plug portion for connection to an external terminal, and a plurality of contacts mounted therein and extending to said plug portion for the contact of the external terminal to which said plug portion is connected for transmission of a signal; an electric device connected to said connector for data storage and transmission, said electric device having a circuit electrically connected to said contacts; a waterproof member surrounding said connector around said electric device and tightly engaged in all gaps in said connector around said contacts and the connection area between said contacts and said electric device, said waterproof member being made of a material that blocks the transfer of heat energy, having an inner layer surrounding said electric device; and an outer layer surrounding said waterproof member and a part of said connector and the whole area of said electric device; wherein said electric device comprises a light emitting element; said waterproof member is a transparent member surrounding said electric device; said outer layer has a light guide mounted therein and connected to said waterproof member for guiding light from said light emitting element to the outside of the information means, and said light guide is located outside said waterproof member.