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Interface device for extending camcorder use over the electromagnetic spectrum

  • US 7,050,107 B1
  • Filed: 07/13/2001
  • Issued: 05/23/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/13/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. An interface device for connecting a camera that captures video images in the non-visible electromagnetic spectrum to a camcorder, the camcorder having a hot shoe, the camera having a connector, comprising:

  • a mechanical interconnect adapted to couple the camera to the camcorder and further adapted to provide power to the camera via the hot shoe, wherein a portable video imaging system is formed and wherein the mechanical interconnect comprises;

    a baseplate having a bottom surface to which the camera is secured;

    an upper plate connected to and spaced apart from said bottom surface of said baseplate, wherein said upper plate comprises a rear flange extending substantially upward therefrom and having a cutout therethrough; and

    a mount extending from said baseplate, said mount connectable to the hot shoe.

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