Display device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a display device. The display device can include: a display; a base to which the display is movably coupled; a cover to open or close the base; and a hinge assembly to hinge-couple the cover to the base. The hinge assembly can include: an upper bracket fixed to the cover; a lower bracket fixed to the base; and a hinge shaft to connect the upper bracket and the lower bracket. The hinge shaft can be located on the inner side of the base.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a display device. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of the information society, the requirements for display devices are constantly increasing in various forms. Correspondingly, in recent years, various display devices such as LCD (Liquid Crystal Display Device), PDP (Plasma Display Panel), ELD (Electroluminescent Display), VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display), and OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) have been researched and used.

[0003] An LCD panel can include a TFT (Thin Film Transistor) substrate and a color substrate facing each other with a liquid crystal layer between them, and can display images using light provided by a backlight unit. Alternatively, an OLED panel can display images by depositing a self-emissive organic layer on a substrate with transparent electrodes.

[0004] Recently, there has been considerable research on display devices that can be used outdoors. At the same time, there has been significant research on structures that improve the storage and portability of display devices. Utility Model Content

[0005] Problems to be solved by the utility model

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to solve the aforementioned problems and other issues.

[0007] Another objective is to provide a structure for a display device that can be easily stored and carried.

[0008] Another objective is to provide a structure that can improve the durability and rigidity of portable display devices.

[0009] Another purpose could be to provide a cover for opening or closing the base of the display.

[0010] Another objective could be to provide a structure for a hinge assembly that connects the base and the cover.

[0011] Another objective is to provide a structure that minimizes the exposure of hinge components.

[0012] Another objective is to provide a wiring structure for cables within a display device.

[0013] Technical solutions to the problem

[0014] According to one aspect of the present invention for achieving the above or other objectives, the display device may include: a display; a base to which the display is movably coupled; a cover for opening or closing the base; and a hinge assembly for hingedly connecting the cover to the base; the hinge assembly may include: an upper bracket fixed to the cover; a lower bracket fixed to the base; and a hinge shaft connecting the upper bracket and the lower bracket; the hinge shaft may be located inside the base.

[0015] Utility Model Effect

[0016] The display device of this invention has the following effects.

[0017] According to at least one embodiment of the present invention, a structure for a display device that can be easily stored and carried can be provided.

[0018] According to at least one embodiment of the present invention, a structure capable of improving the durability and rigidity of a portable display device can be provided.

[0019] According to at least one embodiment of the present invention, a cover for opening or closing a base for storing a display can be provided.

[0020] According to at least one embodiment of the present invention, a structure for a hinge assembly connecting a base and a cover can be provided.

[0021] According to at least one embodiment of the present invention, a structure capable of minimizing the exposure of hinge components can be provided.

[0022] According to at least one embodiment of the present invention, a wiring structure for cables within a display device can be provided.

[0023] The applicable scope of this invention will become clear from the following detailed description. However, those skilled in the art will clearly understand various changes and modifications within the spirit and scope of this invention, and therefore it should be understood that the detailed description and specific embodiments, such as preferred embodiments, are given by way of example only. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figures 1 to 34 This is a diagram illustrating an example of a display device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0025] Hereinafter, the embodiments disclosed in this specification will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, and the same or similar components will be given the same reference numerals, regardless of the drawing numbers, and repeated descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0026] The suffixes “module” and “section” used in the following description for the constituent elements are assigned or used interchangeably only for the convenience of writing the specification, and do not in themselves carry a meaning or function that distinguishes them from each other.

[0027] Furthermore, when describing the embodiments disclosed in this specification, detailed descriptions of related well-known technologies are omitted if it is determined that such detailed descriptions may obscure the spirit of the embodiments disclosed in this specification. Additionally, the accompanying drawings are only used to aid in understanding the embodiments disclosed in this specification, and the technical concepts disclosed in this specification are not limited by the drawings. They should be understood to include all modifications, equivalents, and substitutions within the scope of the ideas and techniques outlined in this specification.

[0028] Terms containing ordinal numbers, such as "first" and "second," can be used to describe various constituent elements, but the constituent elements are not limited by these terms. These terms are used only for the purpose of distinguishing one constituent element from others.

[0029] When a constituent element is referred to as being "connected" or "linked" to another constituent element, it should be understood that it may be directly connected to or linked to that other constituent element, but there may also be other constituent elements between them. Conversely, when a constituent element is referred to as being "directly connected" or "directly linked" to another constituent element, it should be understood that there are no other constituent elements between them.

[0030] Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, singular expressions include plural expressions.

[0031] In this application, terms such as “comprising” or “having” are used only to specify the presence of features, numbers, steps, actions, constituent elements, components or combinations thereof described in the specification, and are not intended to exclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features or numbers, steps, actions, constituent elements, components or combinations thereof.

[0032] The directional indicators U, D, Le, Ri, F, and R shown in the diagram are for illustrative purposes only, and the technical concepts disclosed in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0033] The display panel of this utility model can be an LCD panel or an OLED panel, but the types of display panels that can be applied to this utility model are not limited to these.

[0034] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The display device 1 may include a base 10, a cover 20, a hinge 30, an arm 50, and a display 70.

[0035] The base 10 may have an overall flat box shape. The mounting portion 10S may be formed by recessing the top surface of the base 10 downwards. The size of the mounting portion 10S may correspond to the size of the display 70. For example, the base 10 may be made of plastic. The base 10 may be referred to as the lower body 10, lower shell 10, bottom box 10, bottom housing 10, or bottom casing 10.

[0036] The cover 20 may have an overall flat box shape. The appearance of the cover 20 may be similar to that of the base 10. A recess 20S may be formed on one side of the cover 20 and may be opposite to the mounting portion 10S relative to the display 70. For example, the cover 20 may be made of plastic. The cover 20 may be referred to as upper body 20, upper shell 20, upper cover 20, top box 20, top housing 20, or top casing 20.

[0037] One side of hinge 30 may be adjacent to or located on one side of base 10 and may engage with base 10, and this side of hinge 30 may rotate about its central axis. The other side of hinge 30 may be adjacent to or located on one side of cover 20 and may engage with cover 20, and this other side of hinge 30 may rotate about its central axis. The side of base 10 may be one long side of base 10, and the side of cover 20 may be one long side of cover 20 adjacent to the long side of base 10. For example, a plurality of hinges 30 may be spaced apart from each other along the long side. The number of hinges 30 may be two.

[0038] Arm 50 can extend in a direction intersecting with base 10. Arm 50 can have an overall square shape. Recess 10G can be formed by recessing downwards in mounting portion 10S and can have a shape corresponding to arm 50. One end of arm 50 can be adjacent to and located on one end of recess 10G. Arm 50 can be rotatably coupled to base 10 (see reference) about a first axis adjacent to said end of arm 50. Figure 1 The first axis can be parallel to the left-right direction. The other end of the arm 50 can be coupled to the center of the back of the display 70. The display 70 can be rotatably coupled to the arm 50 about a second axis adjacent to the other end of the arm 50 (see reference). Figure 1The second axis may be parallel to the first axis. The arm 50 may be referred to as a pole 50, a bar 50, or a lever 50.

[0039] The display 70 may include a display panel 71 and a side cover 72. The display panel 71 defines the front of the display 70 and can display images. The side cover 72 extends along the periphery of the display panel 71 and covers the sides of the display panel 71. A first portion 72U defines the top edge of the side cover 72, a second portion 72D defines the bottom edge of the side cover 72, a third portion 72L defines the left side of the side cover 72, and a fourth portion 72R defines the right side of the side cover 72. The display 70 may be referred to as a display unit 70 or a display module 70.

[0040] For example, the user can pivot arm 50 around the first axis. If arm 50 pivots, the position of the other end of arm 50 can be raised. The user can pivot display 70 around the second axis so that display panel 71 faces forward. The user can adjust the angle of arm 50 relative to base 10 and the angle of display 70 relative to arm 50.

[0041] For example, the user can pivot arm 50 about the first axis. If arm 50 pivots in the opposite direction, the position of the other end of arm 50 can be lowered. Furthermore, arm 50 can be mounted on recess 10G. The user can pivot display 70 about the second axis so that display panel 71 faces upwards.

[0042] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 The user can pivot the cover 20 about the central axis of the hinge 30 so that the cover 20 overlaps the base 10. The display panel 71 can be clamped between the base 10 and the cover 20.

[0043] Locks 10a and 10b of the base 10 can be located on the opposite side of the base 10, opposite to the side of the base 10 near the hinge 30. Locks 10a and 10b can be referred to as locking assemblies 10a and 10b or locking units 10a and 10b. Recessed portions 20a and 20b of the cover 20 can be located on the opposite side of the cover 20, opposite to the side of the cover 20 near the hinge 30. The user can lock the locks 10a and 10b into the recessed portions 20a and 20b after the cover 20 is overlapped on the base 10. Thus, the user can carry the monitor 70 by storing it inside the base 10 and the cover 20. Furthermore, a handle (not shown) for the user to grip can be installed on a button 10c formed on one side of the base 10.

[0044] Reference Figure 4The display 70 may include a display panel 71, a side cover 72, a backlight unit 73, 74, a frame 75, and a rear cover 76.

[0045] Display panel 71 can form the front of display 70 and can display images. Display panel 71 displays images by timing the output of RGB (Red, Green, or Blue) values ​​of each pixel by a plurality of pixels. Display panel 71 can be divided into an active display area for displaying images and a de-active display area for not displaying images. Display panel 71 may include a front substrate and a rear substrate facing each other across a liquid crystal layer. Display panel 71 may be referred to as an LCD panel.

[0046] The front substrate may include a plurality of pixels composed of red, green, and blue sub-pixels. The front substrate may output light corresponding to red, green, or blue according to a control signal.

[0047] The back substrate may include a plurality of switching devices. The back substrate can switch pixel electrodes on and off. For example, the pixel electrodes can change the molecular arrangement of the liquid crystal layer according to an externally input control signal. The liquid crystal layer may include a plurality of liquid crystal molecules. The arrangement of the plurality of liquid crystal molecules can change correspondingly to the voltage difference generated between the pixel electrodes and the common electrode. The liquid crystal layer can transmit or block light provided from the backlight units 73, 74 to the front substrate.

[0048] The side cover 72 can surround the periphery of the display panel 71 and cover the sides of the display panel 71. The side cover 72 can be combined with or support the display panel 71. The side cover 72 can be referred to as a guide panel 72, a side frame 72, or a middle housing 72.

[0049] Backlight units 73 and 74 may be located behind the display panel 71. Backlight units 73 and 74 may include a plurality of light sources. Backlight units 73 and 74 may be integrated with the frame 75 in front of the frame 75. Backlight units 73 and 74 may be driven in a global driving mode or a local driving mode such as local dimming or impulsive dimming. Backlight units 73 and 74 may include an optical sheet 74 and an optical layer 73.

[0050] The optical sheet 74 can uniformly transmit light from the light source to the display panel 71. The optical sheet 74 can be composed of multiple layers. For example, the optical sheet 74 may include a prism sheet or a diffuser sheet. On the other hand, the bonding portion 74d of the optical sheet 74 can be bonded to the frame 75 and / or the back cover 76.

[0051] The frame 75 can be located behind the backlight units 73 and 74 and can support multiple components of the display 70. The edge of the frame 75 can be fixed to the side cover 72. For example, components such as the backlight units 73 and 74 and a PCB (Printed Circuit Board) with multiple electronic components can be integrated into the frame 75. For example, the frame 75 can be made of metal. The frame 75 can be referred to as the main frame 75, module cover 75, or cover bottom 75.

[0052] The back cover 76 may cover the rear of the frame 75. The back cover 76 may be integrated with the frame 75. For example, the back cover 76 may be made of metal or plastic.

[0053] Reference Figure 5 The display 70 may include a display panel 71, a side cover 72, a frame 75, and a rear cover 76.

[0054] Display panel 71 can form the front of display 70 and can display images. Display panel 71 can divide an image into a plurality of pixels and match the color, brightness, and saturation of each pixel to output the image. Display panel 71 can be divided into an active display area for displaying images and a de-active display area for not displaying images. Display panel 71 can generate light corresponding to red, green, or blue according to control signals. Display panel 71 can be referred to as an OLED panel.

[0055] The side cover 72 can surround the periphery of the display panel 71 and cover the sides of the display panel 71. The side cover 72 can be combined with or support the display panel 71. The side cover 72 can be referred to as a guide panel 72, a side frame 72, or a middle housing 72.

[0056] A frame 75 may be located behind a display panel 71, and the display panel 71 may be attached to the frame 75. The edges of the frame 75 may be fixed to a side cover 72. A plurality of electronic components may be mounted on the frame 75. For example, the frame 75 may be made of metal. The frame 75 may be referred to as a main frame 75, a module cover 75, a cover bottom 75, or a panel frame 75.

[0057] The back cover 76 may cover the rear of the frame 75. The back cover 76 may be integrated with the frame 75. For example, the back cover 76 may be made of metal or plastic.

[0058] Reference Figure 6 The base 10 may include a bottom 11, a frame 12, a top 13, a jacket 15, and a base plate 16.

[0059] The bottom 11 can define the bottom surface of the base 10, and can have a square tray shape overall. The bottom 11 can be referred to as the outer shell 11, outer shell body 11, bottom part 11, cover 11, or tray 11. Locks 10a and 10b can be provided on the sides of the bottom 11.

[0060] The frame 12 can form the skeleton of the base 10. The frame 12 can be located on the bottom 11 and can be combined with the bottom 11.

[0061] The top 13 may define the top surface of the base 10 and may have a plate shape overall. The top 13 may be opposite to the bottom 11 relative to the frame 12 and may cover the frame 12. The top 13 may be detachably attached to the frame 12 and / or the bottom 11. The top 13 may be referred to as top portion 13, cap 13, top shell 13, or top plate 13.

[0062] The mounting portion 10S and the groove 10G can be formed on the top surface of the top 13. The recessed portion 10M can be adjacent to one end of the groove 10G and can be formed by recessing downward from the top surface of the groove 10G. Arm 50 (see reference) Figure 1 One end of the ) can be pivotally attached to the recessed portion 10M.

[0063] For example, the mounting portion 10MB can be formed by recessing from the top surface of the top 13 downwards, and the battery Bt (see reference) Figure 1 It can be detachably installed in the mounting section 10MB. The battery Bt can supply power to the display 70 (see reference). Figure 1 It provides power and can be charged. As another example, the battery Bt can also be built between frame 12 and top 13.

[0064] The sheath 15 and the substrate 16 may be located between the frame 12 and the top 13, and may be coupled to the frame 12. At least one device 16M may be mounted on the substrate 16. For example, the device 16M may be an IC (integrated circuit) chip or a SOC (System on Chip).

[0065] Reference Figure 7The housing 150 may include a lower shell 151 and an upper cover 154. The lower shell 151 may have a tub shape to provide internal accommodating space. For example, the lower shell 151 may be an injection-molded material formed from a flame-retardant material. The lower shell 151 may be a chemically reinforced material. To achieve lightweighting, the lower shell 151 may have an opening. A lower plate 152 may be located at the bottom of the lower shell 151. The lower plate 152 may include metal. The lower plate 152 may cover the opening of the lower shell 151.

[0066] At least one electronic device 16M may be mounted on the substrate 16. For example, the substrate 16 may be a power supply unit (PSU) or a motherboard. The substrate 16 may be located on the lower plate 152.

[0067] The upper plate 153 may be located on the substrate 16. The upper plate 153 may include metal. The upper plate 153 may face the lower plate 152.

[0068] The top cover 154 can cover the top plate 153 and can seal the bottom shell 151. The top cover 154 can include metal. For example, the top cover 154 can be aluminum. The top cover 154 can be combined with the bottom shell 151. This can improve the chemical resistance of the substrate 16 on which a plurality of electronic devices 16M are mounted.

[0069] Reference Figure 8 It has a built-in power supply unit 16 (see reference). Figure 7 The housing 150 of the power supply unit 16 can be mounted or attached to the frame 12 of the base 10. The motherboard 19a can be adjacent to the housing 150 of the power supply unit 16 and can be mounted or fixed to the frame 12 of the base 10. The power supply unit 16 can supply power to the display device 1 (refer to...). Figure 1 It supplies the necessary power. The motherboard 19a can process image information displayed through the display panel 71 and / or sound information provided through the speaker assembly.

[0070] The shielding plate 19b can cover a portion of the motherboard 19a and can be mounted or secured to the frame 12. The shielding plate 19b protects the motherboard 19a from physical and electrical damage. For example, a shielding member 18 such as a graphite sheet (see...) Figure 11 It can cover at least a portion of the motherboard 19a.

[0071] Reference Figure 9 Control boards 70a, 70b, and 70c can be mounted or fixed to the back of the frame 75 of the display 70. For example, control boards 70a, 70b, and 70c can be a power board 70a, a sub-board 70b, or a source PCB 70c. Electronic components can be mounted on control boards 70a, 70b, and 70c.

[0072] A flexible cable CA allows for electrical connection between the power board 70a and the display panel 71. The power board 70a regulates the power and / or signals supplied to the light source of the display 70. The power board 70a may be referred to as the light source driver board 70a. The sub-board 70a processes the power supplied to the display panel 71 (see reference). Figure 1 Image information. The source PCB 70c can be mounted or fixed to the back of the frame 75 adjacent to the lower edge of the frame 75. COF (Flexible Chip-on-Flake) 70CA enables electrical connection between the source PCB 70c and the display panel 71. For example, a shielding member 77 such as a graphite sheet (see reference). Figure 11 It can cover at least a portion of the power board 70a.

[0073] Reference Figure 10 and Figure 11 The cover 20 can be mounted on the base 10 via hinge 30 (see reference). Figure 1 The display 70 can be opened and closed centrally, and can be stored inside the base 10. The display 70 can be moved out of the base 10 or stored on the base 10 via the arm 50. If the display 70 is stored in the base 10, the display 70 and the base 10 can be arranged parallel to each other and face each other. The display panel 71 of the display 70 stored in the base 10 can face the cover 20.

[0074] The side cover 72 can cover the side of the display panel 71. The rear cover 76 can be located behind the display panel 71 and is combined with the side cover 72. (The aforementioned...) Figure 8 The top surface of the base 10 facing the display 70 can be shown, as described above. Figure 9 The back of the display 70 facing the base 10 can be shown.

[0075] Reference Figure 12 The cover 20 may include an outer cover 210, a middle frame 240, and an inner cover 250. The outer cover 210 may be tub-shaped to provide internal accommodating space. The middle frame 240 may be attached to the outer cover 210, and the inner cover 250 may be attached to the middle frame 240. The middle frame 240 may be located between the outer cover 210 and the inner cover 250.

[0076] The speaker assembly 220 and the hinge assembly 230 can be located between the intermediate frame 240 and the outer cover 210.

[0077] Reference Figure 13 The outer cover 210 may include a central portion 211, side portions 212, and a plurality of ribs FR, SR, CR. The central portion 211 may form a flat plate of the outer cover 210. The side portions 212 may bend forward from the periphery of the central portion 211. The side portions 212 may form a wall or dam on the outer contour of the central portion 211.

[0078] The plurality of ribs FR, SR, and CR may include a central rib FR, side ribs SR, and corner ribs CR. The plurality of central ribs FR may be formed on the inner surface of the central portion 211. The plurality of central ribs FR may extend horizontally or vertically and may intersect each other. The plurality of side ribs SR may be formed on the inner surface of the side portion 212. The side ribs SR may be adjacent to or connected to the central ribs FR. The plurality of corner ribs CR may be formed on the inner surface of the corner formed by the side portion 212. This improves the rigidity of the outer cover 210 and prevents breakage from impacts applied to the sides and / or corners of the outer cover 210.

[0079] Speaker assembly 220 can be mounted on outer cover 210. A plurality of speaker assemblies 220 can be mounted on outer cover 210. First speaker assembly 220B can be adjacent to the top edge 210U and left edge 210L of outer cover 210. Second speaker assembly 220A can be adjacent to the top edge 210U and right edge 210R of outer cover 210. First speaker assembly 220B and second speaker assembly 220A can provide stereo sound.

[0080] For example, the top 210U and bottom 210D of the outer cover 210 can be long sides, and the left 210L and right 210R of the outer cover 210 can be short sides.

[0081] Reference Figure 14 and Figure 15 The hinge assembly 230 may include an upper bracket 231, a lower bracket 232, a hinge shaft 233, and an elastic member 234.

[0082] The upper bracket 231 may have a curved plate shape. The upper bracket 231 may include a fixing part 2311, a supporting part 2312, a first connecting part 2313, and a second connecting part 2314.

[0083] The fixing part 2311 can be connected to the center part 211 of the outer cover 210 (see reference). Figure 13 The parallel section can be referred to as the first part 2311 or the horizontal part 2311. The fixing hole 231f and the guide hole 231h can be formed in the fixing part 2311 and can be spaced apart from each other.

[0084] The support portion 2312 can be bent forward from the bottom of the fixed portion 2311 and can be referred to as the second portion 2312 or the vertical portion 2312.

[0085] The first connecting portion 2313 may bend upward from the left side of the support portion 2312 and may extend along the left side. A first inner hole 2313h may be formed adjacent to the end of the first connecting portion 2313. The first connecting portion 2313 may be referred to as the third portion 2313 or the first arm 2313.

[0086] The second connecting portion 2314 may bend upward from the right side of the support portion 2313 and may extend along the right side. A second inner hole 2314h may be formed adjacent to the end of the second connecting portion 2314. The second connecting portion 2314 may be referred to as the fourth portion 2314 or the second arm 2314.

[0087] The lower bracket 232 may include a central portion 2321, a first side portion 2322, and a second side portion 2323. The central portion 2321 may be located in front of the upper bracket 231. A fixing hole 232f may be formed in the central portion 2321. The first side portion 2322 may bend rearward from the left side of the central portion 2321, facing the left side of the first connecting portion 2313. A first outer hole 2322h may be formed in the first side portion 2322, aligned with the first inner hole 2313h of the first connecting portion 2313. The second side portion 2323 may bend rearward from the right side of the central portion 2321, facing the right side of the second connecting portion 2314. A second outer hole 2323h may be formed in the second side portion 2323, aligned with the second inner hole 2314h of the second connecting portion 2314. The first connecting portion 2313 and the second connecting portion 2314 may be located between the first side portion 2322 and the second side portion 2323.

[0088] The hinge shaft 233 can extend in a direction aligned with each other, consisting of a first outer hole 2322h, a first inner hole 2313h, a second inner hole 2314h, and a second outer hole 2323h. The hinge shaft 233 can be parallel to the horizontal direction. The hinge shaft 233 can include a first portion 2331, a second portion 2332, and a third portion 2333. The first portion 2331 can form one end of the hinge shaft 233. The first portion 2331 can be formed as an angular cylindrical shape, and its outer surface can include curved surfaces and flat surfaces. The second portion 2332 can have a smaller diameter than the first portion 2331, and a step can be formed between the first portion 2331 and the second portion 2332. The second portion 2332 can be cylindrical. The third portion 2333 can have a smaller diameter than the second portion 2332, and a step can be formed between the second portion 2332 and the third portion 2333. The third part 2333 can be formed into a cylindrical shape with sharp edges, and the outer surface of the third part 2333 can include curved surfaces and flat surfaces.

[0089] Reference Figure 15 and Figure 16 The hinge shaft 233 can pass through the first outer hole 2322h, the first inner hole 2313h, the second inner hole 2314h, and the second outer hole 2323h. The first part 2331 of the hinge shaft 233 can be located in the first outer hole 2322h, and the second part 2332 of the hinge shaft 233 can be located in the first inner hole 2313h. The third part 2333 of the hinge shaft 2333 can be located in the second inner hole 2314h and the second outer hole 2323h.

[0090] The first outer hole 2322h of the lower bracket 232 can have an angle corresponding to the shape of the side surface of the first part 2331 of the hinge shaft 233, and the second outer hole 2323h of the lower bracket 232 can have an angle corresponding to the shape of the side surface of the third part 2333 of the hinge shaft 233. That is, the lower bracket 232 can be fixed to the hinge shaft 233.

[0091] The first inner hole 2313h and the second inner hole 2314h of the upper bracket 231 can be circular. That is, the upper bracket 231 can be rotatably coupled to the hinge shaft 233.

[0092] The step between the first portion 2331 and the second portion 2332 of the hinge shaft 233 can be engaged with the left side of the first connecting portion 2313. A retaining ring 235 can be located between the step between the second portion 2332 and the third portion 2333 and the left side of the second connecting portion 2314, with the third portion 2333 passing through the retaining ring 235. The hole 235h of the retaining ring 235 can be angled to correspond to the shape of the side of the third portion 2333, thus allowing the retaining ring 235 to be fixed to the hinge shaft 233.

[0093] A plurality of washers 237e and 237f may be located between the left side of the retaining ring 235 and the second connecting portion 2314, and a third portion 2333 may pass through the plurality of washers 237e and 237f. The hole in washer 237e may be circular. The hole in washer 237f may be angular, corresponding to the shape of the side of the third portion 2333. The plurality of washers 237e and 237f may fill the gap between the second connecting portion 2314 and the retaining ring 235.

[0094] The elastic member 234 may be a torsion spring wound in the form of a coil around the hinge shaft 233. The elastic member 234 may be located between the first connecting portion 2313 and the second connecting portion 2314, and may be wound around the side of the second portion 2332 of the hinge shaft 233. One end of the elastic member 234 may be fixed to the fixing hole 235f of the fixing ring 253. The other end of the elastic member 234 may support the upper bracket 231. For example, a portion of the elastic member 234 adjacent to the other end of the elastic member 234 may be located on the support portion 2312 of the upper bracket 231, and may be engaged with a protrusion 231L formed in the support portion 2312. The protrusion 231L may protrude from the top surface of the support portion 2312, and a hole may be formed around the protrusion 231L.

[0095] A plurality of washers 237c and 237d may be located between the second connecting portion 2314 and the second side portion 2323, and a third portion 2333 may pass through the plurality of washers 237c and 237d. The hole of washer 237c may be angular, corresponding to the shape of the side of the third portion 2333. The hole of washer 237f may be circular. The plurality of washers 237c and 237d may fill the gap between the second connecting portion 2314 and the second side portion 2323.

[0096] The fastening member 233N can be attached to the third portion 2333 of the hinge shaft 233 that passes through the second side portion 2323. The fastening member 233N can be a nut that can be threaded onto the external thread formed on the outer peripheral surface of the third portion 2333. Thus, the fastening member 233N can prevent the hinge shaft 233 from separating from the lower bracket 232.

[0097] A plurality of washers 237a and 237b may be located between the second side portion 2323 and the fastening member 233N, and the third portion 2333 may pass through the plurality of washers 237a and 237b. Washer 237a may be a flat washer, and the hole of washer 237a may have an angular shape corresponding to the shape of the side of the third portion 2333. Washer 237b may be a disc spring that generates elastic force in the axial direction, and the hole of washer 237b may be circular.

[0098] Therefore, the upper bracket 231 can rotate about the hinge axis 233 fixed to the lower bracket 232. The elastic member 234 can support the upper bracket 231 relative to the lower bracket 232 and can provide elastic force to the upper bracket 231. If the upper bracket 231 rotates counterclockwise (i.e., Figure 16 If the upper bracket 231 tilts forward, the elastic member 234 can deform, thus preventing the upper bracket 231 from rotating abruptly under the action of the elastic member 234. If the upper bracket 231 rotates clockwise (i.e., Figure 16If the upper bracket 231 flips backward, the elastic member 234 can be restored, so that the upper bracket 231 can rotate smoothly under the elastic force of the elastic member 234.

[0099] Reference Figure 17 A groove 233g can be formed on the outer surface of the first portion 2331 of the hinge shaft 233. The groove 233g can be formed by recessing from the outer surface of the first portion 2331 into the inner side of the first portion 2331, and can extend elongatedly. The groove 233g can also be formed on the lower side of the first portion 2331. The groove 233g can extend elongatedly or bend at least once. For example, the upper and lower sides of the angular cylindrical first portion 2331 can be curved, while the front and back sides can be flat. A first groove 233ga can extend elongatedly from the end of the first portion 2331 along the lower side of the first portion 2331. A second groove 233gb can be bent from the first groove 233ga and can penetrate a portion of the back side of the first portion 2331. The first groove 233ga and the second groove 233gb can generally be L-shaped grooves. The groove 233g can be referred to as a cable receiving groove 233g.

[0100] A slit 232s may be formed on a first side portion 2322 of the lower bracket 232 and may be connected to a first outer hole 2322h. The slit 232s may be adjacent to a first portion 2331 of a hinge shaft 233 extending through the first outer hole 2322h. A groove 233g formed in the first portion 2331 may face the slit 232s. For example, the slit 232s may be a hole that is longer in the front-to-back direction.

[0101] The cable connector SLC can be located at the end of the cable SL2 and can be wider than the cable SL2. The slit 232s can be wider than or the same width as the cable connector SLC. The user can place the cable SL2, which is fixed on the cable connector SLC through the slit 232s, into the groove 233g. Then, the user can cover the cable SL2 placed in the groove 233g with a cap 238, and the cap 238 can be engaged with the first part 2331 of the hinge shaft 233. Here, the cap 238 can be in the shape of an open ring and can be elastic. When the cap 238 is fitted onto the first part 2331, it can open slightly and then close again to engage with the first part 2331 (see reference). Figure 18 Cap 238 can be referred to as cable retainer 238.

[0102] Therefore, cable SL2 can be routed along the hinge axis 233 of hinge assembly 230. Cable SL2 can be a speaker cable.

[0103] Reference Figure 18 and Figure 19The bracket 236 can be located in front of the fixing portion 2311 of the upper bracket 231. The bracket 236 may include a fixing portion 236a and an enlarged portion 236b. A fastening member f, such as a screw, can pass through the fixing portion 236a and fasten it to the fixing hole 231f of the fixing portion 2311, thereby allowing the bracket 236 to be attached to the upper bracket 231. A guide protrusion 236P formed on the back side of the fixing portion 236a can be inserted into the guide hole 231h of the fixing portion 2311 to guide the attachment of the bracket 236 and the upper bracket 231. The enlarged portion 236b can extend from the fixing portion 236a. The fixing portion 236a and the enlarged portion 236b can generally have an L-shape. The bracket 236 can improve the rigidity of the hinge assembly 230. The bracket 236 can be referred to as a reinforcing member 236.

[0104] The bracket 236 may also include a cover portion 236c. The cover portion 236c may extend from the fixed portion 236a and may cover the elastic member 234 surrounding the hinge axis 233.

[0105] Screws and other fastening components ff can penetrate the bracket 236 and be fastened to the fixing part 210F of the outer cover 210 (see reference). Figure 13 Thus, the hinge assembly 230 can be mounted on the outer cover 210 using the bracket 236.

[0106] Reference Figure 20 A plurality of hinge assemblies 230 may be adjacent to the lower edge 210D of the outer cover 210 and may be spaced apart from each other along the lower edge. A first hinge assembly 230A may be adjacent to the lower edge 210D and the left side 210L of the outer cover 210 and may be attached to the outer cover 210 using a bracket 236. A second hinge assembly 230B may be adjacent to the lower edge 210D and the right side 210R of the outer cover 210 and may be attached to the outer cover 210 using a bracket 236.

[0107] The outer cover 210 may include a first cover bottom 213 and a second cover bottom 214. The first cover bottom 213 may be adjacent to the left side 210L of the outer cover 210 and may protrude forward from the bottom edge of the outer cover 210. The first cover bottom 213 may protrude from the side portion 212 of the outer cover 210. The first cover bottom 213 may be opposite to the cover portion 236c of the first hinge assembly 230A, and the hinge axis 233 may be located between the cover portion 236c and the first cover bottom 213. The second cover bottom 214 may be adjacent to the right side 210R of the outer cover 210 and may protrude forward from the bottom edge of the outer cover 210. The second cover bottom 214 may protrude from the side portion 212 of the outer cover 210. The second cover bottom 214 may be opposite to the cover bottom 236c of the second hinge assembly 230B, and the hinge axis 233 may be located between the cover portion 236c and the second cover bottom 214.

[0108] The bracket 236 of the first hinge assembly 230A and the bracket 236 of the second hinge assembly 230B can be symmetrical from left to right. The enlarged portion 236b of the bracket 236 of the first hinge assembly 230A can be adjacent to the left side of the fixed portion 236a and extend upward from the fixed portion 236a, and can be adjacent to the left side 210L of the outer cover 210. The enlarged portion 236b of the bracket 236 of the second hinge assembly 230B can be adjacent to the right side of the fixed portion 236a and extend upward from the fixed portion 236a, and can be adjacent to the right side 210R of the outer cover 210.

[0109] Alternatively, the bracket 236 of the first hinge assembly 230A and the bracket 236 of the second hinge assembly 230B may also have the same shape.

[0110] For example, the configuration of the first hinge assembly 230A, excluding the bracket 236, can be the same as that of the second hinge assembly 230B, excluding the bracket 236. The hinge pin 233 of the second hinge assembly 230B can be connected to the lower bracket 232 and the upper bracket 231 via the left (or right) side of the lower bracket 232. The second cable SL2 can pass through the slit 232s formed on the left (or right) side of the lower bracket 232 and be routed in the groove 233g (see reference). Figures 14 to 17 Similarly, the hinge shaft 233 of the first hinge assembly 230A can be connected to the lower bracket 232 and the upper bracket 231 via the left (or right) side of the lower bracket 232, and the first cable SL1 can be routed through the slit 232s formed on the left (or right) side of the lower bracket 232 and in the groove 233g.

[0111] As another example, the configuration of the first hinge assembly 230A, excluding the bracket 236, can be left-right symmetrical with the configuration of the second hinge assembly 230B, excluding the bracket 236. The hinge axis 233 of the second hinge assembly 230B can be connected to the lower bracket 232 and the upper bracket 231 via the left (or right) side of the lower bracket 232. The second cable SL2 can pass through the slit 232s formed on the left (or right) side of the lower bracket 232 and be arranged in the groove 233g (see reference). Figures 14 to 17 Conversely, the hinge shaft 233 of the first hinge assembly 230A can be connected to the lower bracket 232 and the upper bracket 231 via the right side (or left side) of the lower bracket 232, and the first cable SL1 can be routed through the slit 232s formed on the right side (or left side) of the lower bracket 232 and in the groove 233g.

[0112] The first cable SL1 and the second cable SL2 can pass through the first hinge assembly 230A. For example, the first cable SL1 and the second cable SL2 can pass through a slit 232s formed on the left side of the lower bracket 232 of the first hinge assembly 230A. The first cable SL1 can be disposed in the groove 233g of the hinge axis 233 of the first hinge assembly 230A and can be electrically connected to the first speaker assembly 220B through the first hinge assembly 230A. The second cable SL2 can pass through the first hinge assembly 230A and can pass through the slit 232s formed on the left side of the lower bracket 232 of the second hinge assembly 230B. The second cable SL2 can be disposed in the groove 233g of the hinge axis 233 of the second hinge assembly 230B and can be electrically connected to the second speaker assembly 220A through the second hinge assembly 230B.

[0113] The first cable SL1 and the second cable SL2 can be laid on the outer cover 210 through the first hinge assembly 230A and the second hinge assembly 230B, and can be electrically connected to the first speaker assembly 220B and the second speaker assembly 220A.

[0114] The first cable SL1 and the second cable SL2 can be routed on the base 10 through the first hinge assembly 230A and the second hinge assembly 230B, and can be connected to the main board 19a of the base 10 (see reference). Figure 8 Electrical connection.

[0115] Therefore, motherboard 19a (reference) Figure 8 Current and / or signals can be supplied to the first speaker assembly 230B and the second speaker assembly 230A via the first cable SL1 and the second cable SL2. The first cable SL1 and the second cable SL2 may be referred to as the first speaker cable SL1 and the second speaker cable SL2.

[0116] Reference Figure 21 and Figure 22 The intermediate frame 240 may include a base portion 240P and side portions 240S. The base portion 240P may form a flat plate of the intermediate frame 240. The side portion 240S may be formed around the periphery of the base portion 240P and may form a step that rises forward from the base portion 240P. The side portion 240S may have a U-shaped cross-section. The side portion 240S may form a wall or dam on the outer contour of the base portion 240P. A pressed portion may be formed by pressing from the front to the rear of the base portion 240P, which may improve the rigidity of the intermediate frame 240. The top and bottom edges of the intermediate frame 240 may be long sides, and the left and right edges may be short sides.

[0117] The first fastening member F1 may be a screw adjacent to the upper and left sides of the intermediate frame 240, which may pass through the base portion 240P and be fastened to the first fixing portion 210F1 protruding from the center portion 211 of the outer cover 210 (see reference). Figure 13 The second fastening member F2 can be a screw adjacent to the upper and right sides of the intermediate frame 240, which can pass through the base portion 240P and be fastened to the second fixing part 210F2 protruding from the center portion 211 of the outer cover 210 (see reference). Figure 13 ).

[0118] The third fastening member F3 may be a screw adjacent to the center of the left side of the intermediate frame 240, which may pass through the base portion 240P and the enlarged portion 236b of the first hinge assembly 230A (see reference). Figure 20 And fastened to the third fixing part 210F3 protruding from the center part 211 of the outer cover 210 (see reference). Figure 13 The fourth fastening member F4 may be a screw adjacent to the center of the right side of the intermediate frame 240, which may pass through the base portion 240P and the enlarged portion 236b of the second hinge assembly 230B (see reference). Figure 20 And fastened to the fourth fixing part 210F4 protruding from the center part 211 of the outer cover 210 (see reference). Figure 13 ).

[0119] The fifth fastening member F5 can be a screw adjacent to the lower and left sides of the intermediate frame 240, which can pass through the base portion 240P and the fixing portion 236a of the first hinge assembly 230A (see reference). Figure 20 And fastened to the fifth fixing part 210F5 protruding from the center part 211 of the outer cover 210 (see reference). Figure 13 The sixth fastening member F6 may be a screw adjacent to the lower and right sides of the intermediate frame 240, and may pass through the fixing portion 236a of the base portion 240P and the second hinge assembly 230B (see reference). Figure 20 And fastened to the sixth fixing part 210F6 protruding from the center part 211 of the outer cover 210 (see reference). Figure 13 ).

[0120] The plurality of seventh fastening members F7 can be screws located on a vertical line passing through the center of the intermediate frame 240, which can pass through the base portion 240P and be fastened to the plurality of seventh fixing portions 210F7 protruding from the center portion 211 of the outer cover 210 (see reference). Figure 13 ).

[0121] Thus, the intermediate frame 240 can be combined with the outer cover 210. The base portion 240P can be located at a plurality of fixing portions 210F1, 210F2, 210F3, 210F4, 210F5, 210F6, 210F7 (see reference). Figure 13On the base portion 240P, the first speaker assembly 220B, the second speaker assembly 220A, the first hinge assembly 230A, and the second hinge assembly 230B can be located between the base portion 240P and the center portion 211 of the outer cover 210. The intermediate first cable SL1 and the second cable SL2 can be arranged between the base portion 240P and the center portion 211 of the outer cover 210.

[0122] A plurality of holes 240B, 240A, 240Hb, and 240Ha can be formed through the base portion 240P. Holes 240B and 240A can face the first speaker assembly 220B and the second speaker assembly 220A.

[0123] The first hole 240Da may be adjacent to the left side of the intermediate frame 240 and may be formed from the bottom edge of the intermediate frame 240 toward the inside of the intermediate frame 240. The first hole 240Da may be formed in the side portion 240S of the intermediate frame 240. A portion of the first hinge assembly 230A may pass through the first hole 240Da.

[0124] The second hole 240Db may be adjacent to the right side of the intermediate frame 240 and may be formed from the bottom edge of the intermediate frame 240 toward the inside of the intermediate frame 240. The second hole 240Db may be formed in the side portion 240S of the intermediate frame 240. A portion of the second hinge assembly 230B may pass through the second hole 240Db.

[0125] The inner cover 250 can be detachably attached to the base portion 240P of the intermediate frame 240. For example, the inner cover 250 can be latched or hooked to the base portion 240P. The inner cover 250 may include a fabric material and may have pores formed therein. The inner cover 250 may cover the front of the base portion 240P, and the side portion 240S may surround the sides of the inner cover 250. The side portion 240S may form a step that rises forward from the base portion 240P, and the inner cover 250 may form a step that falls backward from the side portion 240S. The distance Hy between the front of the inner cover 250 and the front of the side portion 240S may be referred to as the recess depth Hy of the inner cover 250. The top and bottom edges of the inner cover 250 may be long sides, and the left and right edges of the inner cover 250 may be short sides.

[0126] Reference Figure 23 and Figure 24 The outer shell 11 may include a shell body 111 and an outer wall 112. The shell body 111 may be a flat plate and may form the bottom of the outer shell 11. The outer wall 112 may be bent from the periphery of the shell body 111 and may form the side of the outer shell 11. The receiving space of the outer shell 11 may be formed by the shell body 111 and the outer wall 112.

[0127] Frame 12 can be located on shell 11. Frame 12 can include frame body 121 and inner wall 122. Frame body 121 can be a flat plate and can be mounted on shell body 111. Inner wall 122 can be bent from the periphery of frame body 121 to form the side of frame 12. Inner wall 122 can be located inside outer wall 112 and can extend along outer wall 112. The receiving space of frame 12 can be formed by frame body 121 and inner wall 122.

[0128] The first bushing 113 may be formed adjacent to the left side of the outer wall 112 on the back side of the outer wall 112. The first bushing 113 may be recessed from the outer side of the outer wall 112 toward the receiving space of the outer casing 11. The first bushing 113 may extend in an arc shape. The first bushing 113 may have a fan shape and may open upward. A first hole 113a may be formed through the left side of the first bushing 113, and a second hole 113b may be formed through the right side of the first bushing 113.

[0129] A first mounting base 123 and a pair of pillars 123M and 123N are recessed from the outer side of the inner wall 122 corresponding to the first bushing 113 toward the receiving space of the frame 12. A fixing hole 123f may be formed in the first mounting base 123. The pair of pillars 123M and 123N may be opposite to each other relative to the first mounting base 123 and may be offset from the first mounting base 123M toward the outer wall 112. A first slit 123a may be formed between one side (i.e., the left side) of the first pillar 123M and the first mounting base 123. A second slit 123b may be formed between the second pillar 123N and the other side (i.e., the right side) of the first mounting base 123. If the first bushing 113 is inserted between the pair of pillars 123M and 123N, the first bushing 113 may face the outer side of the first mounting base 123. A first hole 123Ma can be formed in the first post 123M and can face the first hole 113a of the first bushing 113. A second hole 123Na can be formed in the second post 123N and can face the second hole 113b of the first bushing 113.

[0130] Reference Figure 25 and Figure 26 The second bushing 114 may be formed adjacent to the right side of the outer wall 112 on the back side of the outer wall 112. The second bushing 114 may be recessed from the outer side of the outer wall 112 toward the receiving space of the outer casing 11. The second bushing 114 may extend in an arc shape. The second bushing 114 may have a fan shape and may open upward. The first hole 114a may be formed through the left side of the second bushing 114, and the second hole 114b may be formed through the right side of the second bushing 114.

[0131] The second mounting base 124 and a pair of pillars 124M, 124N are recessed from the outer side of the inner wall 122 corresponding to the second bushing 114 toward the receiving space of the frame 12. A fixing hole 124f may be formed in the second mounting base 124. The pair of pillars 124M, 124N may be opposite to each other relative to the second mounting base 124 and may be offset from the second mounting base 124 toward the outer wall 112. A first slit 124a may be formed between one side (i.e., the left side) of the first pillar 124M and the second mounting base 124. A second slit 124b may be formed between the second pillar 124N and the other side (i.e., the right side) of the second mounting base 124. If the second bushing 114 is inserted between the pair of pillars 124M, 124N, the second bushing 114 may face the outer side of the second mounting base 124. A first hole 124Ma may be formed in the first pillar 124M and may face the first hole 114a of the second bushing 114. The second hole 124Na can be formed in the second post 124N and can be oriented toward the second hole 114b of the second bushing 114.

[0132] The second bushing 114, the second mounting base 124, and the pair of supports 124M and 124N may have the same shape as the first bushing 114, the first mounting base 123, and the pair of supports 123M and 123N.

[0133] Reference Figure 27 The cover portion 236c of the first hinge assembly 230A and the second hinge assembly 230B can penetrate the side portion 240S of the intermediate frame 240.

[0134] The lower bracket 232 of the first hinge assembly 230A can be inserted between the first mounting base 123 and a pair of supports 123M, 123N. The central portion 2321 of the lower bracket 232 can be located at the first slit 123a and the second slit 123b (see reference). Figure 23 and Figure 24 And can face the back of the first mounting base 123. The first support 123M and the second support 123N can be located between the first side portion 2322 and the second side portion 2323 of the lower bracket 232. The hinge pin 233 can pass through a plurality of holes 123Ma, 113a, 113b, 124Na (see reference). Figure 24 The cover portion 236c surrounding the hinge shaft 233 and the first cover bottom 213 can be located on or above the first bushing 113. The cover portion 236c and the first cover bottom 213 can rotate around the hinge shaft 233 within the first bushing 113. Fastening components such as screws can pass through the fixing hole 123f of the first mounting base 123 (see reference). Figure 24The fixing hole 232f of the lower bracket 232 is fastened (refer to the fixing hole 232f). Figure 19 and Figure 20 ).

[0135] That is, the lower bracket 232 of the first hinge assembly 230A can be fixed to the base 10. And the first cable SL1 can be provided to the base 10 by being laid along the hinge axis 233 located inside the base 10.

[0136] The lower bracket 232 of the second hinge assembly 230B can be inserted between the second mounting base 124 and a pair of supports 124M, 124N. The central portion 2321 of the lower bracket 232 can be located at the first slit 124a and the second slit 124b (see reference). Figure 25 and Figure 26 And can face the back of the second mounting base 124. The first support 124M and the second support 124N can be located between the first side portion 2322 and the second side portion 2323 of the lower bracket 232. The hinge pin 233 can pass through a plurality of holes 124Ma, 114a, 114b, 124Na (see reference). Figure 26 The cover portion 236c surrounding the hinge shaft 233 and the second cover bottom 214 can be located on or above the second bushing 114. The cover portion 236c and the second cover bottom 214 can rotate around the hinge shaft 233 within the second bushing 114. Fastening components such as screws can pass through the fixing hole 124f of the second mounting base 124 (see reference). Figure 26 The fixing hole 232f of the lower bracket 232 is fastened (refer to the fixing hole 232f). Figure 19 and Figure 20 ).

[0137] That is, the lower bracket 232 of the second hinge assembly 230B can be fixed to the base 10. And the second cable SL2 can be provided to the base 10 by being laid along the hinge axis 233 located inside the base 10.

[0138] Thus, the cover 20 can be attached to the base 10 using the first hinge assembly 230A and the second hinge assembly 230B. Furthermore, the exposure of the first hinge assembly 230A and the second hinge assembly 230B can be minimized.

[0139] Reference Figure 27 and Figure 28 The cover 20 can rotate about the hinge axis 233. Elastic member 234 (see reference). Figure 16 This can provide elasticity to the cover 20. Figure 28 Based on this, if the cover 20 rotates counterclockwise, the elastic member 234 can deform, thus preventing the cover 20 from rotating abruptly under the action of the elastic member 234. Figure 28Based on this, if the cover 20 rotates clockwise, the elastic member 234 can return to its original position, allowing the cover 20 to rotate smoothly under the elastic force of the elastic member 234. Thus, the cover 20 can close or open the base 10.

[0140] Monitor 70 (reference) Figure 10 The display panel 71 of the display 70 can be located between the closed cover 20 and the base 10, and the display panel 71 of the display 70 can face the inner cover 250.

[0141] Reference Figure 29 and Figure 30 The cover 20 can open the base 10 and can be located on the rear side of the outer wall 112 of the base 10. The first base hole 113L can be connected to the first bushing 113 (see reference). Figure 23 The second base hole 114L is correspondingly formed on the outer wall 112. The second base hole 114L can be connected to the second bushing 114 (see reference). Figure 25 Correspondingly formed on the outer wall 112. The bottom 213 of the first cover of the outer cover 210 can be inserted into the first bushing 113 through the first base hole 113L (see reference). Figure 27 The bottom 214 of the second cover of the outer cover 210 can be inserted into the second bushing 114 through the second base hole 114L (see reference). Figure 27 ).

[0142] The protrusion 231s can protrude from the second connecting portion 2314 of the upper bracket 231 toward the first connecting portion 2313 (see reference). Figure 14 The stop 235t can protrude from the periphery of the retaining ring 235 and can be located on the movement path of the protrusion 231s. The fixing portion can protrude from the periphery of the retaining ring 235, and a fixing hole 235f can be formed in the fixing portion. The fixing portion can be opposite to the stop 235t relative to the protrusion 231s. The angle between the stop 235t and the fixing portion can be 90 degrees or more.

[0143] The clockwise rotation of the cover 20 can be restricted when the protrusion 231s of the upper bracket 231 contacts the stop 235t.

[0144] Reference Figure 31 and Figure 32 The cover 20 can cover the base 10. The first cover bottom 213 of the outer cover 210 can be coplanar or close to the surface of the outer wall 112 where the first base hole 113L is formed, and can be located in the first bushing 113. The second cover bottom 214 of the outer cover 210 can be coplanar or close to the surface of the outer wall 112 where the second base hole 114L is formed.

[0145] Therefore, the first hinge assembly 230A and the second hinge assembly 230B will not protrude outwards from the display device. The user can stand the display device upright on the ground with the portion of the outer wall 112, where the first base hole 113L and the second base hole 114L are formed, facing the ground.

[0146] The counterclockwise rotation of the cover 20 can be restricted when the cover 20 is fully overlapped with the base 10. The counterclockwise rotation of the cover 20 can also be restricted when the protrusion 231s of the upper bracket 231 contacts the fixing part of the fixing ring 235 with the fixing hole 235f.

[0147] Reference Figure 33 and Figure 34 A groove 240g can be formed on the side portion 240S of the intermediate frame 240 and can face the edge of the outer wall 112 of the housing 11. The groove 240g can extend elongated along the edge of the outer wall 112, which can be adjacent to the groove 240g. The groove 240g prevents interference between the side portion 240S of the cover 20 and the edge of the base 10 during hinged movement. When the cover 20 is fully open (refer to...), Figure 34 The aforementioned groove 240g can be largely concealed by the base 10. That is, the outer surface of the outer wall 112 forming the edge of the outer wall 112 can face and conceal the groove 240g.

[0148] Reference Figures 1 to 34 The display device may include: a display; a base to which the display is movably coupled; a cover for opening or closing the base; and a hinge assembly for hingedly connecting the cover to the base; the hinge assembly may include: an upper bracket fixed to the cover; a lower bracket fixed to the base; and a hinge shaft connecting the upper bracket and the lower bracket; the hinge shaft may be located inside the base.

[0149] The base may include: a shell body forming the bottom of the base; and an outer wall bent from the periphery of the shell body to form the side of the base; the cover may include a groove formed on the side of the cover facing the outer wall and extending along the edge.

[0150] If the cover opens the base, the groove can face the outer surface of the portion of the outer wall that forms the edge.

[0151] The base may include: a shell body forming the bottom of the base; an outer wall bent from the periphery of the shell body to form the side of the base; and a bushing recessed from the outer side of the outer wall; the hinge axis may be located in the bushing.

[0152] The hinge axis can be fixed to the lower bracket, and the upper bracket can be rotatably coupled to the hinge axis.

[0153] The cover may include a cover bottom that protrudes from the cover toward the bushing and surrounds the hinge axis, and the cover bottom may be coplanar with the side of the outer wall if the cover closes the base.

[0154] The hinge assembly may further include an elastic member wound around the hinge shaft and having one end fixed to the lower bracket, the elastic member providing elastic force to the upper bracket.

[0155] The hinge shaft can be fixed to the lower bracket, and the upper bracket may include: a fixing portion fixed to the cover; a supporting portion intersecting the fixing portion and rotatably coupled to the hinge shaft; and a protrusion formed in the supporting portion, a portion of the elastic member being engaged with the protrusion.

[0156] The hinge shaft can be fixed to the lower bracket, and the upper bracket can include: a fixing portion fixed to the cover; a support portion intersecting the fixing portion; a first connecting portion bent from one side of the support portion and rotatably coupled to the hinge shaft; and a second connecting portion bent from the other side of the support portion and rotatably coupled to the hinge shaft; the hinge assembly can also include a retaining ring fixed to the hinge shaft between the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion, one end of the elastic member fixed to the retaining ring, the second connecting portion can include a protrusion protruding from the second connecting portion toward the first connecting portion, and the retaining ring can include a stop formed on the retaining ring and located on the movement path of the protrusion.

[0157] The display device may further include a cable laid on the base, and the hinge shaft may include a groove formed on the outer surface of the hinge shaft, with the cable located in the groove.

[0158] The groove can extend from one end of the hinge shaft to the other and bend at least once.

[0159] The hinge assembly may further include a cap that is fitted onto the hinge shaft and secures the cable to the groove.

[0160] The display device may further include a cable connector coupled to the end of the cable, and the lower bracket may include: a central portion fixed to the base; a first side portion bent from one side of the central portion and having a first external hole through which the hinge shaft passes; a second side portion bent from the other side of the central portion and having a second external hole through which the hinge shaft passes; and a slit formed in the first side portion through which the cable connector passes.

[0161] The display device may further include a speaker assembly electrically connected to the cable. The cover may include: an outer cover to which the upper bracket is fixed; and an intermediate frame attached to the outer cover, covering the upper bracket, and having a hole through which a portion of the upper bracket passes. The speaker assembly may be attached to the outer cover between the outer cover and the intermediate frame, and the cable may be routed between the outer cover and the intermediate frame.

[0162] The hinge assembly may include: a first hinge assembly fixed to the cover adjacent to one side of the cover; and a second hinge assembly fixed to the cover adjacent to the same side of the cover and spaced apart from the first hinge assembly.

[0163] The foregoing embodiments of this utility model, or other embodiments, are not exclusive or different from each other. Various components or functions of any of the foregoing embodiments of this utility model, or other embodiments, may be used in combination or mixed.

[0164] For example, this means that configuration A illustrated in a particular embodiment and / or drawing can be combined with configuration B illustrated in other embodiments and / or drawings. That is, even if the combination between configurations is not directly described, it is implied that they can be combined unless explicitly stated that they cannot be combined.

[0165] The detailed description above should not be construed as restrictive in all respects, but rather as exemplary. The scope of this invention should be determined by a reasonable interpretation of the appended claims, and all modifications within the equivalent scope of this invention fall within its scope.

Claims

1. A display device, characterized by comprising: include: monitor; A base to which the display is movably attached; Cover, open or close the base; as well as A hinge assembly that connects the cover hinge to the base; The hinge assembly includes: The upper bracket is fixed to the cover; The lower bracket is fixed to the base; and A hinge shaft connects the upper bracket and the lower bracket; The hinge axis is located inside the base.

2. The display device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base includes: The shell body forms the bottom of the base; and The outer wall bends from the periphery of the shell body to form the side of the base; The cover includes a groove formed on one side of the cover facing the outer wall and extending along the edge.

3. The display device according to claim 2, characterized in that, If the cover opens the base, the groove faces the outer surface of the portion of the outer wall that forms the edge.

4. The display device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base includes: The shell body forms the bottom of the base; The outer wall bends from the periphery of the shell body to form the side of the base; and The bushing is recessed from the outer side of the outer wall; The hinge axis is located in the bushing.

5. The display device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The hinge shaft is fixed to the lower bracket; The upper bracket is rotatably coupled to the hinge shaft.

6. The display device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cover includes a cover bottom that protrudes from the cover toward the bushing and surrounds the hinge axis; If the cover closes the base, the bottom of the cover is coplanar with the side of the outer wall.

7. The display device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hinge assembly further includes an elastic member that is wound around the hinge shaft and has one end fixed to the lower bracket. The elastic member provides elastic force to the upper bracket.

8. The display device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The hinge shaft is fixed to the lower bracket; The upper bracket includes: The fixing part is fixed to the cover; A supporting portion, intersecting the fixed portion, is rotatably coupled to the hinge axis; and A protrusion is formed in the support portion, and a portion of the elastic member is engaged with the protrusion.

9. The display device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The hinge shaft is fixed to the lower bracket; The upper bracket includes: The fixing part is fixed to the cover; The supporting portion intersects with the fixed portion; The first connecting portion bends from one side of the support portion and is rotatably coupled to the hinge shaft; and The second connecting portion bends from the other side of the supporting portion and is rotatably coupled to the hinge shaft; The hinge assembly further includes a retaining ring, which is fixed to the hinge shaft between the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion, and one end of the elastic member is fixed to the retaining ring; The second connecting portion includes a protrusion that projects from the second connecting portion toward the first connecting portion; The retaining ring includes a stop formed in the retaining ring and located on the movement path of the protrusion.

10. The display device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes cables laid on the base; The hinge shaft includes a groove formed on the outer surface of the hinge shaft, and the cable is located in the groove.

11. The display device according to claim 10, characterized in that, The groove extends from one end of the hinge shaft to the other end and bends at least once.

12. The display device according to claim 10, characterized in that, The hinge assembly also includes a cap that is fitted onto the hinge shaft and secures the cable to the groove.

13. The display device according to claim 10, characterized in that, It also includes a cable connector attached to the end of the cable; The lower bracket includes: The central part is fixed to the base; The first side portion bends from one side of the central portion and has a first external hole through which the hinge shaft passes; The second side portion bends from the other side of the central portion and has a second external hole through which the hinge shaft passes; and A slit is formed on the first side portion, through which the cable connector passes.

14. The display device according to claim 10, characterized in that, It also includes a speaker assembly electrically connected to the cable; The cover includes: Outer cover, the upper bracket is fixed to the outer cover; and The middle frame, which is attached to the outer cover, covers the upper bracket and has a hole through which a portion of the upper bracket passes; The speaker assembly is joined between the outer cover and the intermediate frame; The cable is laid between the outer cover and the intermediate frame.

15. The display device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hinge assembly includes: A first hinge assembly is fixed to the cover adjacent to one side of the cover; and The second hinge assembly is fixed to the cover adjacent to one side of the cover and spaced apart from the first hinge assembly.

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