Illuminated connector

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1998-11-05

2000-12-12

Bradley, Paula

Electrical connectors

With indicating or identifying provision

439490, 439676, H01R 300

Patent

active

061590371

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to an illuminated connector that may provide a diagnostic display for a user. The illuminated connector may be used on such devices as computers including laptops, notebooks, and subnotebooks. The illuminated connector receives launched light energy and acts as a wave guide. Additionally, the launched light energy may be redirected by the use of selected reflective surfaces. The illuminated connector is particularly useful for structures such as a jack for a PCMCIA card, a Telco cable, and a LAN cable.

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