Patent ID: 6425481
Filing Date: 2002-07-30
Classification: G11B

Abstract:
An apparatus for holding a compact disk having a central hole, the apparatus comprisinga body portion which includes a disk support member at least two pivot members each pivotably dependent from and connected to said disk support member by at least one arm extending downwardly from said disk support member said at least two pivot members each providing a disk locating member receivable in the central hole of a said disk a disk lifting arm integrally formed from, and extending outwardly from each said pivot member an actuator to move said pivot members from a disk locating condition to a disk released condition whereby when a disk is supported on said disk support member, and pressure is applied to said actuator, the at least two pivot members move toward each other to release the disk locating member from the central hole and simultaneously said disk lifting arms displace said disk upwardly from said disk supporting member.