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DE29714125U1 - Device for replacing the key character of the keyboard on computers and / or devices which can be operated via keys - Google Patents

Device for replacing the key character of the keyboard on computers and / or devices which can be operated via keys

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DE29714125U1
DE29714125U1 DE29714125U DE29714125U DE29714125U1 DE 29714125 U1 DE29714125 U1 DE 29714125U1 DE 29714125 U DE29714125 U DE 29714125U DE 29714125 U DE29714125 U DE 29714125U DE 29714125 U1 DE29714125 U1 DE 29714125U1
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Priority to PCT/DE1998/002189 priority patent/WO1999008176A1/en
Priority to AU95293/98A priority patent/AU9529398A/en
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    • HELECTRICITY
    • H01ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01HELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H13/00Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch
    • H01H13/70Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard
    • GPHYSICS
    • G06COMPUTING OR CALCULATING; COUNTING
    • G06FELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F3/00Input arrangements for transferring data to be processed into a form capable of being handled by the computer; Output arrangements for transferring data from processing unit to output unit, e.g. interface arrangements
    • G06F3/01Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
    • G06F3/02Input arrangements using manually operated switches, e.g. using keyboards or dials
    • G06F3/023Arrangements for converting discrete items of information into a coded form, e.g. arrangements for interpreting keyboard generated codes as alphanumeric codes, operand codes or instruction codes
    • G06F3/0238Programmable keyboards

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Description

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BeschreibungDescription

Vorrichtung zum Ersatz des Tastenzeichens (5) der Tastatur (4) bei Computern und/ oder über Tasten bedienbaren Geräten.Device for replacing the key character (5) of the keyboard (4) in computers and/or devices operated via keys.

Bekanntlich werden mit Hilfe der Tastaturen (4) die alphanumerische und Sonderzeichen (5) durch die Betätigung der Taste in ein Signal umgewandelt, daß zum Computer gesendet wird. Die Zeichen (5) sind aber für eine bestimmte Sprache auf den Tasten der Tastatur beschriftet. Man verwendet normalerweise zu einer bestimmten Sprache ein dazugehöriges Tastaturgehäuse (4).As is well known, with the help of the keyboard (4), the alphanumeric and special characters (5) are converted into a signal that is sent to the computer by pressing the key. However, the characters (5) are labeled on the keyboard keys for a specific language. A corresponding keyboard housing (4) is normally used for a specific language.

Es kommt aber vor, daß man eine beschriftete Taste für ein anderes Zeichen (6) verwenden will. Zum Beispiel, wenn man einen Text in mehreren Sprachen schreiben will, oder das Betriebssystem eines Computers in anderer Sprache bedienen möchte. Zu diesem Zweck müßte man entweder die Stellen der Tastenzeichen für jede Sprache auswendig lernen bzw. jedes einzelne Zeichen manuell ersetzen, oder für jede Sprache eine dazugehörige TastaturHowever, it can happen that you want to use a labeled key for a different character (6). For example, if you want to write a text in several languages, or if you want to use the operating system of a computer in a different language. To do this, you would either have to learn the positions of the key characters for each language by heart or replace each individual character manually, or have a dedicated keyboard for each language.

(4) benutzen. Das ist Zeitaufwendig und teuer. Außerdem ist der Platzbedarf für mehrere Tastaturen groß.(4). This is time-consuming and expensive. In addition, the space required for multiple keyboards is large.

Der im Schutzanspruch 1 angegebenen Erfindung liegt das Problem zu Grunde, eine Abdeckauflage (1) zu schaffen, die die Benutzung von anderen Zeichen (6), als der auf einer Taste (5) vorhandenen, ermöglicht.The invention specified in claim 1 is based on the problem of creating a cover (1) that enables the use of symbols (6) other than those present on a key (5).

Außerdem kann diese Einrichtung auch gleichzeitig als Tastaturabdeckfolie (1) gegen Staub, Nässe und Verschmutzung benutzt werden.In addition, this device can also be used as a keyboard cover (1) to protect against dust, moisture and dirt.

Die Gestaltung der Einrichtung wird an einzelne Tastenformen angepaßt. An die Tastenseiten (2) wird weiches, plastisches Material angepasst, um eine einwandfreie Bewegung der Tasten zu ermöglichen. Die übrigen Teile und auch der untere Rand (3) der Tasten kann aus härterem Material bestehen. Dadurch wird die Einrichtung auf den Tastaturgehäuse stabil und fest gehalten.The design of the device is adapted to individual key shapes. Soft, plastic material is adapted to the key sides (2) to enable the keys to move smoothly. The other parts and also the lower edge (3) of the keys can be made of harder material. This keeps the device stable and firmly attached to the keyboard housing.

Die Einrichtung kann vorher oder nachträglich mit Tastenzeichen eines bestimmten Landes und/ oder einer bestimmten Sprache beschriftet werden.The device can be labelled beforehand or subsequently with key characters from a specific country and/or a specific language.

Mit der Erfindung wird erreicht, daß die Gesamtheit der Tastenzeichen sehr leicht undThe invention ensures that the entirety of the key characters is very easy and

kostengünstig ersetzt werden und auch die Tasten bzw. die Tastaturgehäuse von Staub, Nässe und Verschmutzung verschont bleiben.can be replaced inexpensively and the keys or keyboard housing are protected from dust, moisture and dirt.

Ein Beispiel ist durch die Zeichnung veranschaulicht.An example is illustrated in the drawing.

Fig. la schematisch eine Tastaturzeichen ersetzende Tastaturauflage für englische Sprache.Fig. la schematically shows a keyboard overlay replacing keyboard characters for English language.

Fig. Ib schematisch eine Deutsche Tastatur.Fig. Ib schematically shows a German keyboard.

Fig. 2a vergrößerte Darstellung eines Teils von Fig, la Fig. 2b vergrößerte Darstellung eines Teils von Fig, IbFig. 2a enlarged view of a part of Fig. 1a Fig. 2b enlarged view of a part of Fig. 1b

Claims (4)

SchutzansprücheProtection claims 1. Vorrichtung zum Ersatz des Tastenzeichens (5) der Tastatur (4) bei Computern und/ oder über Tasten bedienbaren Geräten, dadurchgekennzeichnet, daß eine teilweise oder die gesamte Tastatur (4) überdeckende, mit Tastenzeichen (6) eines Landes und/ oder einer Sprache versehenen Folie als Tastaturzeichen ersetzende Tastaturauflage (1) und als Tastaturabdeckung (1) auf dem Tastaturgehäuse (4) aufgelegt ist.1. Device for replacing the key symbol (5) of the keyboard (4) in computers and/or devices operated via keys, characterized in that a film covering part or all of the keyboard (4) and provided with key symbols (6) of a country and/or a language is placed on the keyboard housing (4) as a keyboard overlay (1) replacing the keyboard symbol and as a keyboard cover (1). 2. Vorrichtung nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Folie im Bereich den Tasten, seitlich (2) aus weichem Material besteht.2. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the film in the area of the keys, on the side (2) consists of soft material. 3. Vorrichtung nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Folie am unteren Rand (3) der Tasten mit härterem Material verstärkt ist.3. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the film is reinforced with harder material at the lower edge (3) of the keys. 4. Vorrichtung nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Einrichtung vorher oder nachträglich mit dem Tastenzeichen (6) eines bestimmten Landes und/ oder einer bestimmte Sprache beschriftet ist.4. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the device is labeled beforehand or subsequently with the key symbol (6) of a specific country and/or a specific language.
DE29714125U 1997-08-04 1997-08-04 Device for replacing the key character of the keyboard on computers and / or devices which can be operated via keys Expired - Lifetime DE29714125U1 (en)

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DE29714125U DE29714125U1 (en) 1997-08-04 1997-08-04 Device for replacing the key character of the keyboard on computers and / or devices which can be operated via keys
PCT/DE1998/002189 WO1999008176A1 (en) 1997-08-04 1998-07-31 Device for replacing key symbols of a computer keyboard and of keyboard appliances
AU95293/98A AU9529398A (en) 1997-08-04 1998-07-31 Device for replacing key symbols of a computer keyboard and of keyboard appliances

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AU711264B3 (en) * 1999-05-28 1999-10-07 Allison Brown Decorative keyboard overlay

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US4075465A (en) * 1976-05-19 1978-02-21 Sperry Rand Corporation Keyboard overlay
IL70671A0 (en) * 1984-01-12 1984-04-30 Polatschek Moshe A Improvements regarding keyboards of computers and other office machines
DE3513862A1 (en) * 1985-04-17 1986-10-30 Siemens AG, 1000 Berlin und 8000 München Keyboard for a terminal device
US5021638A (en) * 1987-08-27 1991-06-04 Lucas Duraltih Corporation Keyboard cover
US5089690A (en) * 1990-12-14 1992-02-18 Hewlett-Packard Company Keyboard overlay
WO1994000809A1 (en) * 1992-06-26 1994-01-06 Phillip Vincent Lyons A keyboard cover
JPH07306740A (en) * 1994-05-10 1995-11-21 Nec Corp Keyboard cover

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