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Apparatus and a method for inputting/outputting an image

US5585817A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 20, 1993
Grant dateDec 17, 1996
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N1/028
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A device and a method for inputting/outputting an image are disclosed. The device includes: an image display section which selectively transmits light; and an image input section having a photodetective portion for converting part of the light which has been transmitted through the image display section and reflected from an original surface to be imaged, into an electric signal. The method is performed by using the device.

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