Latch unit for mounting user panel on front of car radio - has panel hinge freely about bottom edge with releasable latch on top edge

摘要

The road vehicle radio has a front panel assembly (10) that is capable of being removed from the main radio housing (20). The panel contains all normal input functions and displays. The panel has a formed slot (13) that is located on a support (24). The formed panel body has an inset latch (7) at the top that engages with the housing. The latch engages with a recess (6) in the radio body. When released the panel hinges about the bottom edge and is readily removed. ADVANTAGE - Allows operation panel to be removed to discourage radio theft.