Stanby mode controller utilizing microprocessor
US4381552A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 18, 1980 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 18, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Logic circuitry in a portable electronic device is combined with the microprocessor to reduce power consumption in the microprocessor and its associated memories during inactive periods of the device, with periodic sampling for inputs from peripherals or received data which would require active operation of the device.
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