Compact alphanumeric keyboard

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2011-06-07

2011-06-07

Edwards, Jr., Timothy (Department: 2612)

Coded data generation or conversion

Bodily actuated code generator

Including keyboard or keypad

C345S168000, C345S169000, C708S145000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07956771

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus comprises an input keypad having a plurality of keys. The input keypad outputs an output signal that is indicative of either a single depressed key or a plurality of depressed keys. The apparatus includes a processor for receiving the output signal by the input keypad and associating an alphabetic character with the output signal.

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