WO2007010809A1

WO2007010809A1 - Memory card holder

Info

Publication number: WO2007010809A1
Application number: PCT/JP2006/313937
Authority: WO
Inventors: Tetsuo Tanaka
Original assignee: Tetsuo Tanaka
Priority date: 2005-07-19
Filing date: 2006-07-13
Publication date: 2007-01-25

Abstract

A memory card holder having a flat plate-like holder body where a memory card can be placed and holding the memory card to engage it inside a disk case. The holder body has a card placement section where the memory card can be placed, a holding projection provided at a perimeter edge of the card placement section and capable of holding a perimeter edge of the memory card, and a fitting hole capable of fitting on a disk engagement hub that is provided inside a disk case to engage a disk in place. The holding projection projects from the surface of the card placement section and has a reverse hook shaped holding claw inside its forward end. A circular column body and spokes capable of fitting into the center hole of a hub and a slit, respectively, are arranged inside the fitting hole. A cutout for facilitating removal of the memory card is provided at an edge of the holder body. Without modification of an existing case structure, the memory card can be received in the disk case along with the disk with the memory card engaged in the case.

Description

Specification

Memory card holder technology

[0001] The present invention relates to a memory card holder, and more particularly to an instrument for holding a memory card in a case for storing a disc-shaped recording medium such as a CD or a DVD.

Background art

[0002] Various digital contents such as music, video, and games are stored and provided on disc-shaped recording media such as CDs and DVDs (hereinafter sometimes simply referred to as discs). When such discs are distributed to the factory, a special case made of resin is usually used.

[0003] Although this resin case (hereinafter referred to as a disk case) is available in various types in size and detail design, it is basically located inside a resin case that can be opened and closed in a spread form. A structure is adopted in which a hub that can be fitted into the center hole of the disk is provided to lock the disk in the case.

[0004] The hub that locks the disc protrudes from the inner surface of the case or from the tray surface in the case of the type that stores the disc on the tray installed in the case, and the center hole of the disc. It has a substantially circular overall shape when viewed from the plane force so that it can be fitted, and is composed of a plurality of elastic members having flexibility in the radial direction of the hub so that the disk can be detachably attached.

[0005] In a typical case structure, the plurality of elastic members are formed by providing a plurality of slits extending radially in the radial direction of the hub, and when the disk is attached or detached, these elastic members are the hub. By squeezing toward the center of the disk, the diameter of the entire groove is reduced, which allows insertion into and removal from the disk center hole. On the other hand, when the disc is mounted on the hub, each of the sprung members spreads and presses against the inner surface of the disc center hole to lock the disc.

[0006] Further, in one structural example of a DVD case, for example, a knob is formed by about 2 to 3 spring members, and by pressing these spring members upward, each of the spring members is a hub. Some squeeze toward the center so that the disk can be easily removed.

On the other hand, a card-type recording medium (memory card) that incorporates a semiconductor memory (flash memory) and enables reading and writing of information has been rapidly spreading in recent years. Powerful memory cards are small and light, and can be read and written at high speed, so they are used in various portable electronic devices such as mobile phones, music players, and image recording and playback devices.

[0008] Further, a proposal has been made to increase the convenience by allowing such different recording media to be housed together in a case (for example, JP-A-2002-166987).

Disclosure of the invention

By the way, if the case described in the above document is used, it is possible to store a disc and a memory card which are different recording media together. However, in the case described in the above document, there is a difficulty that the current disk case, which is currently manufactured and provided in large quantities, cannot be used as it is.

[0010] That is, in the case described in this document, the disk case itself needs special processing to support the memory card in the case, and the existing disk case structure (molding mold) needs to be changed. In addition, since it has a special (dedicated) case structure with storage units for each medium of the disk and memory card, the disk case market as a whole has at least two types (the type described in the above document that can store both media). This is disadvantageous in terms of economic efficiency because of the mix of disk cases that can only store conventional disks.

Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to enable a memory card that does not change an existing disk case structure to be satisfactorily locked and stored in the disk case.

In order to solve the above problems and achieve the object, a memory card holder according to the present invention includes a flat holder body on which a memory card can be placed, and holds the memory card to form a disk. A memory card holder that can be locked inside a case for a recording medium, wherein the holder body is provided on a card placement portion on which the memory card can be placed and a peripheral portion of the card placement portion. Can be fitted to a holding protrusion that can hold the peripheral edge of the memory card and a disk locking hub provided inside the disk-shaped recording medium case to lock the disk-shaped recording medium. And a fitting hole.

[0013] Various types of disc cases are currently available. In this case, the upper end of the disk locking hub protrudes from the upper surface force of the disk. The memory card holder of the present invention supports the holder main body at the upper end portion of the hub using the upper end portion of the nove protruding the disk upper surface force so that the memory card can be stored in the disk case together with the disc.

[0014] While the holder body can hold the memory card and hold it by the holding protrusion, the holder body has the fitting hole, and the upper end of the hub is inserted into the fitting hole. The holder can be supported by the disc case. The fitting hole may be a through-hole penetrating the holder main body or a concave portion that does not penetrate the holder main body (has a bottom). Further, the fitting hole is not necessarily circular but may be other shapes as long as the fitting hole can be fitted to a force disk locking hub having a substantially circular planar shape.

[0015] The disk (disc-shaped recording medium) refers to a disc-shaped medium capable of recording information, for example, a recording medium in the form of a disc (CD (Compact Disc), DVD (Digital Versatile Disk), or the like). It is not limited to a wide variety of playback-only ones (eg CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, etc.) but may be those that can be recorded and played back (eg CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RAM, etc.). Cases for disc-shaped recording media (disc cases), for example, are currently available! Various CD cases (types that can store only one sheet, types that can store multiple sheets, can be misaligned) The present invention can also be applied to various cases for similar disk-shaped recording media that may be provided in the future, including cases for DVDs and the like.

[0016] The memory card according to the present invention includes various types of memory cards with a built-in semiconductor memory (flash memory). For example, SD Memory Card, Mini SD Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Compact Flash, SmartMedia, and Multimedia Power Card are also trademarks! In accordance with the present invention, a holder capable of storing various types of memory cards such as product names) can be configured.

[0017] The holding projection may protrude upward from the surface of the card placing portion, and may have a reverse hook-like holding claw inside the tip portion. [0018] When the memory card is pressed against the surface of the card mounting portion, the inverted hook-shaped holding claw is pinched outward (or escapes outward when the holder body is pinched). While allowing the card to enter the card placement section, when the memory card is brought into contact with the surface of the card placement section, the card returns to its original state, thereby gripping the peripheral edge of the memory card. . In addition, when the memory card is pushed up from the surface of the card placement part, the inverted hook-like holding claw similarly escapes outward to allow the memory card to be detached from the card placement part, and thereby from the holder. The memory card can be removed.

[0019] In addition, an annular thick portion protruding from the back surface of the holder body may be provided around the fitting hole on the back surface side of the holder body.

[0020] By providing such a thick portion, it is possible to prevent the holder from being inadvertently detached and prevent the holder from being inadvertently detached and to more securely lock the holder to the disc case. Note that such a configuration in which the thick portion is provided was obtained by making various trial manufactures of the holder and repeating trial and error. Therefore, if such a thick portion is provided, the entire holder body contacts the disk. Since there is no contact, only the central part (annular thick part) comes into contact, so that the edge of the holder is pushed upward, for example, when the disk is swung upward or lifted. The holder will not accidentally come off the hub hook.

[0021] A cylindrical body that can be fitted into the center hole of the disc locking hub may be provided inside the fitting hole. Further, from the periphery of the fitting hole to the center of the fitting hole A spoke member extending toward the center and capable of being fitted into a slit provided in the disc locking hub is provided inside the fitting hole, and the cylindrical body is supported inside the fitting hole by the spoke member. You may do it.

[0022] According to such a holder structure, the holder is supported by the hub even by the cylindrical body or the spoke member that is connected only by the fitting hole. The holder can be locked.

[0023] The holder main body further includes a notch at an edge thereof, and when the memory card is placed on the card placing portion and held between the holding projections, a part of the memory card is notched. You may comprise so that it may protrude in a part.

[0024] If such a notch is provided, it is compared with the end of the memory card protruding into the notch. It is possible to easily remove the memory card by holding it with a finger and lifting it up.

[0025] The cutout portion may have a substantially arcuate planar shape. This is to facilitate the above removal operation. Further, there may be a plurality of the notches.

[0026] Further, when the memory card is held in the holder body, the side on which one end of the memory card provided with the electrode is placed is the holder tip side, and the electrode is provided. When the side on which the other end of the Ricard is placed is referred to as the holder base end side, the notch may be provided on the holder base end side.

[0027] If the cut-out portion is arranged in this manner, the electrode portion of the memory card is not exposed in the state of being stored in the holder, and the holder main body prevents the electrode portion of the memory card from adhering to dirt. Can be protected.

[0028] The configuration of each part of the memory card holder (the card mounting portion, the holding projection, the cylindrical body, and the spoke member) can be integrally formed with a resin.

[0029] According to the memory card holder of the present invention, it is possible to satisfactorily support a memory card that changes the existing disk case structure in the disk case and store it together with the disk.

[0030] Other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description of embodiments of the present invention described with reference to the drawings. In the drawings, the same or corresponding parts are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant description is omitted.

Brief Description of Drawings

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a memory card holder according to a first embodiment of the present invention (in a state where only a holder is attached to a CD case without storing a memory card).

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a memory card holder according to the first embodiment (a state in which a memory card is stored and attached to a CD case).

FIG. 3 is a plan view showing the memory card holder according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a bottom view showing the memory card holder according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 5 is a front view showing the memory card holder according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 6 is a rear view showing the memory card holder according to the first embodiment. FIG. 7 is a right side view showing the memory card holder according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 8 is a left side view showing the memory card holder according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 9 is a plan view showing a modification of the memory card holder according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 10 is a bottom view showing a modification of the memory card holder according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 11 is a front view showing a modification of the memory card holder according to the first embodiment. 12] A rear view showing a modification of the memory card holder according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 13 is a right side view showing a modification of the memory card holder according to the first embodiment. FIG. 14 is a plan view showing another modification of the memory card holder according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 15 is a perspective view showing a memory card holder according to the second embodiment of the present invention (in a state where only the holder is attached to the CD case without storing the memory card).

FIG. 16 is a perspective view showing a memory card holder (a state in which a memory card is stored and attached to a CD case) according to the second embodiment.

FIG. 17 is a plan view showing a memory card holder according to the second embodiment.

FIG. 18 is a bottom view showing a memory card holder according to the second embodiment.

FIG. 19 is a front view showing a memory card holder according to the second embodiment.

FIG. 20 is a rear view showing the memory card holder according to the second embodiment.

FIG. 21 is a right side view showing the memory card holder according to the second embodiment.

FIG. 22 is a left side view showing the memory card holder according to the second embodiment.

FIG. 23 is a plan view showing a modification of the memory card holder according to the second embodiment. 24] A plan view showing another modification of the memory card holder according to the second embodiment.

25] A plan view showing a memory card holder according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 26 is a front view showing a memory card holder according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 27 is a plan view showing a memory card holder according to the fourth embodiment.

FIG. 28 is a bottom view showing a memory card holder according to the fourth embodiment.

FIG. 29 is an AA sectional view showing a memory card holder according to the fourth embodiment. FIG. 30 is a BB sectional view showing the memory card holder according to the fourth embodiment.

FIG. 31 is a perspective view showing a memory card holder according to the fourth embodiment (a state in which a memory card is stored and attached to a CD case).

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[First Embodiment]

1 to 8 show a memory card holder according to the first embodiment of the present invention. As shown in these drawings, the memory card holder 11 is composed of a resin plate 12 having a substantially planar overall shape, and includes a circular hole (fitting hole) 14 at the center of the plate 12. As shown in Fig. 1, the hub 2 of the disc case 1 can be fitted into the hole so that the disc case 1 can be mounted.

In the following description, the upper side of the paper surface of FIG. 3 is the tip of the plate 12, the lower side is the base end of the plate 12, the left side is the left side of the plate 12, and the right side is the right side of the plate 12. To explain. Further, the plate 12 has a front and back surface. The side on which the memory card 6 is placed (FIG. 3) is referred to as the front surface, and the opposite surface (FIG. 4) is referred to as the back surface.

[0034] On the peripheral edge of the surface of the plate 12 (the front end, the base end, and both the left and right sides)

(Refer to Fig. 2) To hold multiple holding protrusions 15a and 15b (in this example, two on each of the tip, base, and left and right edges of plate 12) It is provided along. The holder 11 of the present embodiment is configured for a mini SD card (trade name), and the holding projections 15a and 15b are arranged along the outer shape of the memory card to be stored (in this example, the mini SD card). These holding projections 15a and 15b are arranged to serve as a receiving portion (card placement portion) 13 for the inner area memory card 6 so that the memory card (mini SD card) can be accommodated.

[0035] The holding protrusions 15a and 15b are integrally formed with the plate 12 so as to rise substantially vertically from the upper surface of the plate 12, but there are roughly two types of protrusions.

[0036] The first protrusion 15a is in contact with the peripheral edge of the memory card 6 and restricts the movement of the memory card 6 in the horizontal direction (direction parallel to the surface of the plate 12). It is configured as a columnar member that stands up from the surface. On the other hand, in addition to the function of restricting the movement in the horizontal direction, the second protrusion 15b has a vertical direction (perpendicular to the surface of the plate 12). A hook-shaped claw that rises from the surface of the plate 12 and protrudes toward the memory card housing 13 on the inner surface of the upper end of the plate 12 10 (see FIGS. 5, 6, and 8).

[0037] Since the holder 11 is housed in the disc case 1 in a state of being overlapped with the disc 5, it is preferable to make the holder 11 as thin as possible. From this viewpoint, the height of the holding projections 15a and 15b is set to be as high as possible. It is desirable to keep it as low as possible. Therefore, the first protrusion 15a has a height dimension approximately equal to the thickness of the memory force mode 6. On the other hand, the second protrusion 15b has a height dimension slightly higher than the thickness of the memory card 6 because the upper surface side of the memory card 6 needs to be pressed (hooked) by the claw portion 10.

[0038] The arrangement of the first and second protrusions 15a and 15b on the plate 12 is not particularly limited. However, the second protrusions 15b may be arranged on at least one pair of opposing sides. This is preferable in that the memory card 6 is held on the plate 12. In the present embodiment, one of the two protrusions located on the left side of the plate 12 and the two protrusions located on the right side are constituted by the second protrusion 15b, and the other protrusions (on the left side of the plate). The remaining one protrusion, the protrusion at the tip of the plate and the protrusion at the base end) were constituted by the first protrusion 15a.

[0039] In addition to such an arrangement example, for example, the projections on the left and right sides of the plate are constituted by the first projections 15a, and the tip and proximal projections of the plate 12 are constituted by the second projections 15b. However, it is possible to adopt various arrangements such as forming all the projections arranged on the plate surface by the second projection 15b. Further, in this embodiment, the holding projections 15a and 15b are provided on each side of the plate 12 with a total of eight holding projections 15a and 15b. May be 7 or less or 9 or more.

The memory card 6 can be attached to the holder 11 by inserting the memory card 6 from above the plate 12 between the holding projections 15a and 15b (memory card housing portion 13). More specifically, the memory card (mini SD card) 6 has an electrode at the front end of the back surface, but the back surface of the card faces (contacts) the surface of the plate 12 and the electrode is at the front end of the plate 12. Place the memory card 6 on the plate surface so that it is positioned on the side (see Figure 2). Reference numeral 7 in FIG. 2 is a label attached to the surface of the memory card 6. This will be discussed later The

On the back surface of the plate 12, a thick portion 17 is formed by increasing the thickness of the plate 12 in a ring shape along the periphery of the fitting hole 14. By forming this thick portion 17, the entire back surface of the plate 12 does not contact the surface of the disk 5 when the holder 11 is mounted on the hub 2, and the corners and edges of the holder 11 (plate 12) are not The holder 11 is prevented from being accidentally detached from the hub 2 by hitting the surface of the disk 5.

Further, in the present embodiment, in order to prevent the memory card 6 locked to the surface of the plate 12 from being pushed from the hub 2 and detached from the holder 11 when the holder 11 is attached to the knob 2, The thickness of the plate 12 including the thick portion 17 (the second force described later is also the thickness of the plate 12 in the third embodiment), and when the disc 5 is mounted on the hub 2, the surface force of the disc 5 also protrudes. The height of the upper end of the hub 2 should be the same or larger than the height of the hub 2 (this height is the same regardless of the type of disc case). An example of the thickness dimension of the holder of the present embodiment is as follows. The plate is about 1.0 to 1.5 mm, for example, and the plate back surface force The second holding projection 15b is about 3 mm in height. It is possible to store the memory card on the existing disc case so as to overlap with the disc, even if the size is slightly larger than this.

An arc-shaped notch 16 is formed at the base end of the plate 12. As described above, the force that holds the memory card 6 between the holding projections 15a and 15b on the plate surface (memory card receiving portion 13). By forming the notch portion 16, this is viewed from the back surface (FIG. 4). A part (base end side) of the memory card 6 protrudes into the notch 16. Therefore, when removing the memory card 6 from the holder 11, the memory card 6 can be easily detached from between the holding projections 15a, 15b by pushing the base end of the protruding memory card 6 with a finger. I can do it. At this time, since the electrode of the memory card 6 is located at the front end of the plate opposite to the notch 16, it is not necessary to touch the electrode when removing the memory card 6. In addition to this example, the notch 16 can be formed in various arrangement structures such as the left side, the right side, or both the left and right sides of the plate 12 and the number of arrangements.

FIGS. 9 to 13 show modifications of the memory card holder 11 according to the first embodiment. This modification is a holder for SD card (trade name). The flat shape of the plate 12 is larger than that of the first embodiment in accordance with the outer shape of the SD card to be stored. Since the other components (fitting hole 14, holding projections 15a and 15b, notch 16 and thick portion 17 etc.) are the same as those in the first embodiment, the same reference numerals are used for the overlapping explanation. Omitted (the same applies to the following embodiments and modifications).

FIG. 14 is a plan view showing another modification of the memory card holder 11 according to the first embodiment. In this modification, a holder for a Memory Stick Duo (trademark Z trade name) is configured, and a plate 12 that is larger and longer than the first embodiment in accordance with the outer shape of the memory card to be stored. Have.

[Second Embodiment]

15 to 22 show a memory card holder according to the second embodiment of the present invention. Like the holder of the first embodiment, the holder 21 includes the plate 12, the fitting hole 14, the holding projections 15a and 15b, and the notch 16, and the disc case 1 A cylindrical body 28 that fits into a hole 2b formed in the center of the hub 2 (see FIG. 1), and four spokes 29 that support the cylindrical body 28 inside the fitting hole 14. The

The cylindrical body 28 has an upper surface that is flush with the surface of the plate 12. This is to prevent the storage of the memory card 6 on the plate surface. The lower end portion of the cylindrical body 28 protrudes downward from the back surface of the plate 12. This is because the holder 21 can be more securely fixed to the hub 2 by being fitted into the center hole 2b of the hub 2. The spokes 29 that support the cylindrical body 28 are provided in a cross shape so that adjacent spokes form an angle of 90 degrees and extend from the periphery of the fitting hole 14 toward the center.

[0048] As shown in Fig. 15, the cylindrical body 28 and the spokes 29 are formed in the center hole 2b of the hub 2 (see Fig. 1) and between the elastic members 2a (between adjacent elastic members 2a). 2 in the slits 2) and cooperate with the fitting holes 14 to support the holder 21 on the hub 2. In addition, since the support force to the hub 2 is strengthened by the cylindrical body 28 and the spokes 29 in this way, unlike the first embodiment, the thick portion 17 is not provided on the back surface of the holder in the holder of this embodiment.

[0049] Also in the holder 21 of the second embodiment, an SD card ( It is possible to configure a holder for (product name) and a holder for Memory Stick Duo (trade name, no product name). These are shown in Figure 23 (for SD card) and Figure 24 (for Memory Stick Duo). Also in the holders of these modified examples, as in the modified examples of the first embodiment (FIGS. 9 and 14), the planar shape of the plate and the arrangement position of the holding projections are changed.

Each of them is adapted to the shape of the memory card to be stored.

[0050] The holder of the present invention may include, for example, an RFID or other non-contact type IC tag (IC chip). As information to be stored in the IC tag, for example, anti-theft data, management data used by a disc manufacturer / seller, and the like can be stored. For example, the IC tag can be embedded in the card mounting portion. However, in the case of the holder of this embodiment, the IC tag may be embedded in the cylindrical body 28.

[0051] [Third embodiment]

FIG. 25 shows a memory card holder according to the third embodiment of the present invention. The memory card holder 31 includes a plate 12, a fitting hole 14, holding protrusions 15a and 15b, and a notch 16, similar to the holders 11 and 21 of the first to second embodiments. Unlike the holder 21 of the second embodiment, the fitting hole 14 has only two spokes 39. These spokes 39 are provided in a cross shape so as to be orthogonal to each other along the diameter of the fitting hole 14, and, as in the second embodiment, the slits (burst member) of the hub 2 provided in the disc case 1. Between 2a).

[0052] [Fourth embodiment]

26 to 31 show a memory card holder according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. As shown in these figures, the memory card holder 41 is composed of a disc-shaped resin plate 42 having a circular plane shape, and a memory card can be stored in the substantially central portion of the surface (upper surface) of the plate 42. A concave portion 43 is provided. A plurality (four in this case) of claw portions 40 that protrude substantially horizontally inside the concave portion 43 and lock the received memory card in the concave portion 43 are formed on the upper edge of the concave portion 43. It is provided.

[0053] Further, at one end portion of the concave portion 43, a concave portion 46 is formed that protrudes further outward than the concave portion 43 and forms a deep hole. The memory card stored in the 43 is easily lifted and removed.

Further, a fitting hole 44 that can be fitted to the hub 2 of the disk case 1 is formed in the center of the back surface of the plate 42. Unlike the third embodiment, the fitting hole 44 may be a force through hole that is a hole with a bottom that is connected to the through hole.

[0055] Even with such a holder structure, the memory card 6 can be accommodated as shown in FIG. 31, and this can be latched to the hub of the disc case 1 and accommodated together with the disc 5 in the case. .

[Example of use of memory card holder]

The usage mode of the memory card holder according to the present invention or the present embodiment is not particularly limited, but the following usage is possible if one example is described.

[0057] The same content (music, moving image, still image, game, etc.) as the disc stored in the disc case is stored in the memory card, and is provided in the disc case using the holder. Customers who obtain the disc product can enjoy the content by using a mobile phone or a portable music player with a memory card in addition to the disc.

[0058] When a memory card is provided together with a disk in this way, a label 7 is attached to the surface of the memory card 6 as shown in Fig. 2, and a game character or musician (for example) Singer, performer, etc.) images, illustrations, and other various displays may be displayed. When storing and providing specific data on a memory card, sticking the label 7 with such a display, the contents of the memory card are immediately displayed even when the disk case strength and the memory card are removed. There are advantages that can be identified. Further, according to the holder of the present invention, the surface of the memory card can be seen over almost the entire surface even when stored in the holder, and this is advantageous in that it is easy to see even when a label is applied as described above. is there.

[0059] In addition, the memory card provided together with the disc using the holder of the present invention can store game data played using the disc, or can store acquired game character data. good. Furthermore, movie notice videos and CF (commercial film) can be stored on the memory card and provided together with the disc, and the memory card can be used as an advertising medium for IJ. In addition, catalog data for mail order and access to memory cards For example, it is possible to store the URL for the product so that the product can be purchased by mail order using a mobile phone, for example.

[0060] Further, when a memory card is provided together with a disc as described above, authentication data or a program for reproducing or copying data (content) recorded on the disc is stored in the memory card. Is also possible.

[0061] The power described in the embodiments of the present invention has been described above. It is apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to these and various modifications can be made within the scope of the claims. It is.

[0062] For example, the planar shape of the plate can be various shapes such as a polygon, a star, and an ellipse in addition to a square and a circle. Further, a plurality of card placement units may be provided so that a plurality of memory cards can be stored. In this case, a plurality of memory cards of the same type may be stored, or different types of memory cards (for example, SD and Memory Stick Duo) may be stored.

Explanation of symbols

[0063] 1 disc case

2 knobs

2a Impact member

2b Hub central hole

5 discs

6 Memory card

7 Label

10, 40

11, 21, 31, 41 Memory card holder

12, 42 Grease plate

13 Memory card compartment (card placement)

14 Mating hole

15a, 15b Holding protrusion

16 Notch Thick part

Cylinder

, 39 Spoke Recess (Card placement) Fitting hole

Recess

Claims

The scope of the claims

[1] A memory-powered holoreder comprising a flat holder body on which a memory card can be placed, capable of holding the memory card and locking the memory card inside a case for a disk-shaped recording medium,

The holder body is

A card placement unit capable of placing the memory card;

A holding projection provided on a peripheral portion of the card placement portion and capable of holding the peripheral portion of the memory card;

A fitting hole engageable with a disk locking hub provided inside the disk-shaped recording medium case for locking the disk-shaped recording medium;

A memory card holder.

[2] The holding protrusion is

Projecting upward from the surface of the card placement section, and

Equipped with a reverse hook-shaped holding claw inside the tip

The memory card holder according to claim 1.

[3] An annular thick portion protruding from the back surface of the holder body is provided around the fitting hole on the back surface side of the holder body.

The memory card holder according to claim 1 or 2.

[4] A cylindrical body that can be fitted into the center hole of the disc locking hub is provided inside the fitting hole.

The memory card holder according to claim 1 or 2.

[5] A spoke member that extends from the peripheral edge of the fitting hole toward the center of the fitting hole and can be fitted into a slit provided in the disk locking hub is provided inside the fitting hole. Yes,

The spoke member supported the cylindrical body inside the fitting hole.

The memory card holder according to claim 4.

[6] The holder body further includes a notch at an edge thereof,

When the memory card is placed on the card placement part and held between the holding projections, Part of the memory card protrudes into the notch

Claim 1st item force The memory card holder according to any one of claims 5 to 6.

[7] The notch has a substantially arc-shaped planar shape.

The memory card holder according to claim 6.

[8] When the memory card is held by the holder body, the side on which one end of the memory card provided with the electrode is placed is the holder tip side, and the electrode is provided. When the side on which the other end of is placed is referred to as the holder base end side,

The notch is provided on the holder base end side.

The memory card holder according to claim 6 or 7.

[9] The card mounting portion and the holding protrusion are integrally formed by a resin.

Claim 1st term force Memory card holder according to any one of claims 8 to 10.

[10] The card mounting portion, the holding projection, the cylindrical body, and the spoke member are integrally formed by a resin.

The memory card holder according to claim 5.