Backlit frame for cigarette lighter

Details Backlit frame for cigarette lighter Backlit frame for cigarette lighter

1997-03-12

1998-11-10

Davis, Cassandra H.

Card, picture, or sign exhibiting

Picture frame

With illumination means

362183, 362198, 40593, G09F 1900

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058326456

ABSTRACT:
An automobile accessory comprising an illuminated picture frame which is insertable into a receptacle of a cigarette lighter of a motor vehicle for power and for mounting. The picture frame has a plug assembly which is compatible with the receptacle of the cigarette lighter with respect to interfit within the receptacle. The plug assembly also has electrodes located to connect to power from the receptacle. The plug assembly therefore both supports the picture frame and provides electrical power for lighting. A suitable lamp is provided behind the picture or slide for back lighting the same. The picture frame has electrical circuitry connecting the light to the electrodes. A switch is provided for extinguishing the lamp. The switch may be located on the visible exterior of the picture frame or alternatively, on the plug assembly.

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patent: 1459083 (1923-06-01), Becker
patent: 5313724 (1994-05-01), Warner
patent: 5408771 (1995-04-01), Manrubia
patent: 5412887 (1995-05-01), Layne
patent: 5533241 (1996-07-01), McConnell

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