Computer keyboard with processor for audio and telephony functions
US7046234B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2002 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09G2370/24
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A computer keyboard provides for one or more of processing, interfacing, input/output control with respect to the computer and/or one or more devices coupled to the keyboard, and/or for control of one or more devices coupled to the keyboard. The keyboard comprises at least one processor, and may also include one or more busses and/or other devices, that, individually in cooperation, perform such functions. In one embodiment, the processor receives telephony signals from the computer and provides telephony signals to the computer, performing the processing necessary to support telephony functions such as conversion of audio signals. Audio signals from computer sound cards and other audio signal sources may be mixed with telephony signals in keyboards according to the invention. Displays and associated input devices incorporated by the keyboard are provided to control telephony and other keyboard processor functions.
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