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Multiple hardware paths for backlight control in computer systems

US9262992B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 17, 2012
Grant dateFeb 16, 2016
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Expiry dateAug 10, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG09G3/3406
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments provide a system that drives a display from a computer system. The system includes a first hardware path for controlling a backlight of a display of the computer system. The system also includes a second hardware path for controlling the backlight. Finally, the system includes a backlight controller that enables use of the first and second hardware paths in controlling the backlight from the computer system.

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