Patent ID: 6061460
Filing Date: 2000-05-09
Classification: H04R

Abstract:
An apparatus securing an audio speaker to a panel, comprising:a panel having a recessed portion receiving an audio speaker;an annular guide rib extending outwardly from said panel and defining the recessed portion;a support unit maintaining said speaker in the recessed portion, mateably engaging said guide rib, said support unit being coupled to said panel when said support unit engages said panel and then is rotated in a first rotational direction by a first predetermined angle, said support unit becoming not coupled to said panel when said support unit is rotated in a second rotational direction by said first predetermined angle, said second rotational direction being opposite to said first rotational direction;a plurality of hooks extending outwardly from said panel;a plurality of primary protrusions, extending outwardly from said panel adjacent to said plurality of hooks, each of said plurality of primary protrusions having a top surface facing said support unit and a side surface; anda plurality of securing units, extending radially outwardly from a peripheral edge of said support unit, engaging said plurality of hooks and said plurality of primary protrusions when said support unit is coupled to said panel, and selectively preventing said support unit from becoming not coupled to said panel.