Multimedia computer keyboard
US6268806A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 19, 1996 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F3/162
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A multimedia computer keyboard is provided having one or more high fidelity, diaphragm-type speakers mounted within the keyboard. Mono or stereophonic wiring to each speaker is achieved using existing keyboard cable extending from the keyboard to a keyboard connector arranged upon a host computer. A terminal at the end of the keyboard cable can plug directly into the keyboard connector, such that the terminal can receive an audio output signal generated from a sound card placed within the computer. Accordingly, audio output can be sent to the computer keyboard as an integrated system in order to achieve multimedia function.
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