Method of controlling modes of a removable media device via a bu

Details Method of controlling modes of a removable media device via a bu Method of controlling modes of a removable media device via a bu

1997-09-15

1999-08-31

Lee, Thomas C.

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: support

Computer power control

Having power source monitoring

713340, 713324, G06F 302

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059448326

ABSTRACT:
Method and apparatus are disclosed for controlling the power modes of a removable media device as well as ejecting a cartridge from the removable media device. The method comprises the steps of identifying the current mode of the device; identifying whether a cartridge is presently located in the device; upon receiving a signal from the dual function button, depending upon the current power mode and whether a cartridge is located in the device, transmitting signals to the appropriate components of the device to either eject the cartridge or power on/off various components of the media device. The apparatus comprises a single button and a microprocessor for responding to signals transmitted from the dual function button.

REFERENCES:
patent: 5016112 (1991-05-01), Nakajima et al.
patent: 5355357 (1994-10-01), Yamamori et al.

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