초록 ▼

A strap-supported article such as a back pack having a messaging device is disclosed. The messaging device is located in an easily accessible position on the strap of the article. The user can access the device for operation conveniently without removal of the article. The device is affixed to the s

A strap-supported article such as a back pack having a messaging device is disclosed. The messaging device is located in an easily accessible position on the strap of the article. The user can access the device for operation conveniently without removal of the article. The device is affixed to the strap by clipping into a slit or pocket, or by disposing within a pocket in the article. The pocket preferably includes a clear outer wall, and a user interface such as a touch plate is accessible through the clear wall. Alternatively, the device may be embedded within the strap. Operation of the device is accomplished via a record button and a recording switch for selecting between modes. Prerecorded messages are accessed by touching the touch plate, and successive touches are utilized in order to access successive prerecorded messages. Alternatively, voice activation circuitry is included to access playback of messages. The device utilizes either analog or digital recording circuitry.

대표청구항 ▼

1. A strap-supported article having a messaging device comprising:an article adapted to removably store objects to be supported on the back of an individual by at least one strap, wherein said at least one strap is adapted to be extended over the chest area of the individual during use, and a messag

1. A strap-supported article having a messaging device comprising:an article adapted to removably store objects to be supported on the back of an individual by at least one strap, wherein said at least one strap is adapted to be extended over the chest area of the individual during use, and a messaging device affixed to said at least one strap adapted to record and play erasable audio messages, wherein said messaging device has a user interface disposed on said strap separated by a distance from said article.