Image processing device, method for saving power consumption of the image processing device, and a computer product
US6763473B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 7, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 13, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The image processing device comprises a first function block section formed of functional blocks which require a supply of power so as to maintain the image processing device in an operating state when the power supply is on, and a second function block section formed of functional blocks which need not be supplied with the power so as to maintain the image processing device in an operating state even when the power supply is on. The supply of power to the second function block section can be stopped when desired, while continuing the supply of power to the first function block section, thereby saving the power.
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