Interactive data entry apparatus

Details Interactive data entry apparatus Interactive data entry apparatus

1995-06-07

1997-05-06

Chin, Stephen

Telegraphy

Systems

Position coordinate determination for writing

G08C 2100

Patent

active

056273495

ABSTRACT:
An interactive data entry apparatus to accept, translate, store, and transmit data entered via a paper data entry form and to simultaneously create a written and magnetic or other computer data record. The apparatus comprises a digitizer upon which a data entry form is placed and a clip which holds the form in place. The digitizer determines the type of form, generates a data entry area corresponding to the form, and accepts check-marks and alpha-numeric data. The apparatus further comprises a microprocessor for storing appropriate data or commands; a stylus; a display to provide visual feedback of entered data; a speaker to provide audio feedback; batteries and wireless communication means to allow portability; and memory and communication ports to provide additional capabilities including communications with a central processor and enhanced local memory capacity. Commands may be entered or activated in the processor be selecting various function keys by activating the stylus above the corresponding function key in the clip's transparent surface. Further, the apparatus may include an access limiting means to ensure the proper authorship of the data entered.

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