Abstract:
A remote control holder system that includes an ornamental remote control cover that is detachably connectable to a corresponding base. The remote control cover resembles a surfboard and the base resembles a breaking wave so as to visually convey the practice of channel surfing.

Description:
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     BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
     1. Field of the Invention 
     This invention relates generally to a remote control holder, and more particularly, to a remote control holding device that simulates a wave and provides a novelty device. 
     2. Description of Related Art 
     Conversation pieces are convenient ice-breakers that allow individuals to express themselves. In addition, unusual items that fit a person&#39;s personality are often sought as gift items. However, no known such items are known with respect to remote controls. Sparky 
     It would be desirable, therefore, to have a remote control holder system including an ornamental remote control cover that was detachably connectable to a base. As flipping through channels to determine what is playing is called channel surfing, it would be desirable to have the ornamental remote control cover resemble a surfboard and the base resemble a breaking wave. If a device existed that had these characteristics, it would be well received. The instant invention addresses this unfulfilled need in the prior art by providing a remote control holder that resembles a surfboard and wave to play off the theme of channel surfing. 
     BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
     In light of the foregoing, it is an object of the present invention to provide a functional and ornamental remote control holder. 
     It is another object of the instant invention to provide a remote control holder that secures a standard remote control. 
     It is a further object of the instant invention to provide a remote control holder that does not interfere with the transmission of signals. 
     It is an additional object of the instant invention to provide a remote control holding device that conveys a message correlating channel surfing with conventional surfing. 
     It is also an object of the instant invention to provide a remote control holding device having a remote control cover that releasably mounts to a base. 
     It is yet another object of the instant invention to provide a remote control holding device having a remote control cover that resembles a surfboard and a base that resembles a breaking wave. 
     In light of these and other objects, the instant invention comprises a remote control holding device that includes a remote control holder having an ornamental remote control cover that is detachably removable from a corresponding base. The remote control cover preferably has the general shape and appearance of a surfboard and attaches to the base, which resembles a breaking wave at the upper portion of the base. The cover includes a signal transmission opening that allows the signal to transmit to the receiver of the unit being controlled. The remote control preferably snap fits into a compartment or holding cavity defined by the control cover such that the operative buttons of the remote control are accessible and so the remote faces the front of the cover with the transmitter in alignment with the signal transmission opening. The cover snaps onto the base. The cover preferably has prongs that releasably snap into clips found on the base. The sides of the base provide an area for placing artwork, such as logos, advertising or other indicia. 
     In accordance with these and other objects, which will become apparent hereinafter, the instant invention will now be described with particular reference to the accompanying drawings. 
    
    
     BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWINGS 
     For a further understanding of the nature and objects of the present invention, reference should be made to the following detailed description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like elements are given the same or analogous reference numbers and wherein: 
     FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the remote control holding device of the present invention. 
     FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the remote control holding device of FIG. 1 with a representative remote control installed therein. 
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION 
     With reference to the drawings, FIGS. 1 and 2 depict the preferred embodiment of the instant invention which is generally referenced as a remote control holder and, or by numeric character  10 . FIGS. 1 and 2 show various aspects of an exemplary embodiment of the remote control holding device  10  of the present invention. With reference to FIGS. 1 and 2, the present invention relates to remote control holder  10  and more particularly to a remote control holding device  10  comprising an ornamental and functional remote control cover  12  and base  20  wherein the cover  12  releasably mounts to the base  20 . The remote control cover  12  comprises a frame  12 , remote control holding cavity  14 , signal transmission notch  16  defined by the bow and prongs  13  depending downward from the cover  12 . The remote control cover  12  has the ornamental and general shape and appearance of a surfboard and releasably attaches to the base  20 . The remote control holding cavity  14  receives and secures the remote control  30  and may have a bottom end that is open with at least one edge or closed. The remote control cover  12  defines a notch  16  at the front end to provide clearance for the transmitted infrared beam or signal. The front of the cavity  14  preferably has an aperture or elongated slot that facilitates transmission of signals from the remote control  30 . The remote control  30  fits inside or snaps into the holding cavity  14  of the cover  12 , preferably with a releasable snap fit. When the remote control  30  is properly installed, the operative buttons are accessible and the transmitting end of the remote control  30  faces in the same direction as notch  16 . 
     The base  20  comprises a main body having sidewalls  21 , select indicia  22  and prong receptacles  24 . The main body of the base  20  comprises the shape of a breaking wave  23  at the upper portion of the base  20 . The sidewalls  21  define an area for placing indicia  22 , such as logos, advertising and other indicia. The base  20  has at least one clip  24  for interlocking with the prongs  13  on the cover  12 . 
     The remote control cover  12  detachably mounts to the base  20 . The cover  12  has at least one prong, and preferably two, that depends from the cover  12 , as shown in FIG.  1 . The base  20  has at least one clip  24  and preferably two clips  24  mounted to or formed integrally with the upper portion  23  of the base  20 . The prong(s)  13  snaps into the clip(s)  24 , which has two biasing arms with a shape and dimensions that facilitate interlocking engagement between the prong  13  and clip  24 . In an alternative embodiment, the prongs  13  may project from the base  20  and the clips  24  may depend from the cover  12 . 
     The remote control cover  12  has the general shape and appearance of a surfboard and defines a holding cavity  14  that receives and secures a remote control  30 . The cavity  14  may have a floor or at least one ledge  15  for supporting the remote control  12  and, or may include snaps for engaging and securing the remote control  30 . Once installed in the cavity  14 , the operative buttons of the remote control  30  are accessible through the open top end and the transmitting end of remote control  30  aligns with the notch  16 . 
     The base  12  has an upper end  23  that has the shape of a breaking wave. The sides  21  define an area for placing artwork, such as logos, advertising or other indicia  22 . The cover  12  and base  20  are preferably manufactured from a plastic or rubber based material. 
     It can be seen from the preceding description that a remote control holding device  10  has been provided. The remote control holding device  10  allows a remote control  30  to be used as is customary and provides a convenient, decorative mounting structure for holding the remote control. 
     The instant invention has been shown and described herein in what is considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiment. It is recognized, however, that departures may be made therefrom within the scope of the invention and that obvious modifications will occur to a person skilled in the art.