JPH02264319A - Data input device - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To easily input data by using only one finger even in the case of data entry using a function mechanism by identifying a function according to a period during which an input key is being pushed. CONSTITUTION:An operator inputs the data by using a letter key 12 installed on the upper surface of a keyboard main body 11. In the case to input the data by using the function faculty, the letter key 12 is continued to be pushed down till a prescribed timer set value. In such a case, an indicator to be lighted correspondingly to a function state entered in a rating plate 17 varies by turns. Accordingly, the operator confirms that the indicator of the function faculty he desires is lighted, and by releasing the push-down of the letter key 12, he can execute the desired data entry.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Field of Industrial Application The present invention relates to a data input device in the information processing field.

Conventional technology In recent years, data input using a keyboard has become common in the information processing field, but as the input content becomes more complex, it has become necessary to express multiple meanings with a single key. .

A conventional data input device will be explained below.

FIG. 4 shows a front view of a conventional data input device.

In FIG. 4, reference numeral 41 denotes a keyboard board equipped with function keys 42 to 44 and character keys 45 for inputting various data;
By pressing 4 and the character key 46 at the same time, the same character key 46 can have multiple meanings.

Problems to be Solved by the Invention However, in the conventional data input device described above, when inputting data by operating the function keys, the function keys and the character keys must be pressed at the same time. The problem was that it could not be operated with fingers.

The present invention solves the above-mentioned conventional problems, and an object thereof is to provide a data input device that can be easily operated with one finger even when inputting data using a function. do.

Means for Solving the Problems In order to achieve the above object, the data input device of the present invention comprises:
It consists of an input key for inputting data, a timer for measuring the time the input key is pressed, and a display for outputting and displaying the current funxilon status according to the setting value of the timer.

Effects With the above configuration, even when data is input using the funxilon function, there is no need to press multiple keys at the same time, and the operator can easily input data with just one finger.

Example An embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a data input device in one embodiment of the present invention. In Fig. 1, 11 is the keyboard body;
12 is a character key for inputting various data; 13-
16 is a display that outputs and displays the current funxion status according to the value of a timer provided inside the keyboard main body 11; 17 is a display where various funxyron statuses are written at positions corresponding to the displays 13 to 16; It is a nameplate.

FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing the operation of the timer provided inside the keyboard body 11, and FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the contents of the funxilon function that changes according to the timer operation in FIG. 2 and the indicator that lights up. be.

The operation of the data input device configured as described above will be explained below.

First, an operator who inputs data inputs data by operating the character keys 12 provided on the top surface of the keyboard body 11.
Enter the desired data.

Here, if the operator wants to input data using the funxilon function, the operator presses the character key 12 as shown in FIG.
Continue to hold down. For example, when inputting the control code M, the user presses the character key 12, and releases the character key 12 when the timer setting value C is set. In this case, the indicators that light up change in order according to the funxion status written on the nameplate 17.

Therefore, the operator can input the desired data by confirming that the display of the desired function is lit and then releasing the press of the character key 12.

Note that since the lighting of the display is configured to change in a cyclic manner, even if the operator fails to release the character key 12, data can be input accurately. Also,
By determining the timer setting value according to the frequency of use of the funxilon function, input operation time can be shortened. (In FIG. 3, the intervals representing the graphic codems are short.) Effects of the Invention As described above, the present invention includes an input key for inputting data, a clock means for measuring the time during which the input key is pressed, By providing a display device that outputs and displays the current funxilon status according to the set value of the timer, even in the case of data input using the funxilon function,
It is possible to realize an excellent data input device that can easily input data with only one finger.

It is especially effective when inputting data while using other devices such as a mouse or tablet, or when used by a physically handicapped person with a hand disability.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a front view of a data input device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing the operation of the timer, and FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the contents of the funxilon state that changes according to the timer operation and the indicator that lights up. , FIG. 4 is a front view of a conventional data input device. 11...Keyboard body, 12...Character keys 13-16...Display, 17...
・Nameplate. Name of agent: Patent attorney Shigetaka Awano and one other person Figure 13 - Wei - Yoshun Figure 1

Claims (1)

[Claims] It is characterized by comprising an input key for inputting data, a timer for measuring the time that the input key is pressed, and a display for outputting and displaying the current function status according to the setting value of the timer. data input device.