发明名称 |
A data processing terminal support system operable to convert the terminal from an integrated to a distributed configuration and vice versa. |
摘要 |
<p>A modular data entry terminal includes a base unit (10) and a plurality of I/O units, (such as a keyboard unit, a printer unit and display unit) which can be assembled to provide an integrated configuration or separated to provide a distributed configuration. The base unit (10) has at least one recessed nesting area (12) with at least one raised island (18) thereon. Each 1/O unit is provided with complementary locating devices which mate with the raised island (18) when said I/O unit is seated in the nesting area. The I/O units are held in a positive manner that precludes movements resulting from vibrations (external or internal in the case of printers, etc.) or from bumps associated with normal operation of the I/O units.</p><p>Another nesting area (16) is provided for anchoring pedestal-like devices. The terminal is readily converted from an integrated configuration to a distributed configuration by simply removing the I/O units from the base unit (10) and locating them on suitable support surfaces relative to the base unit.</p> |
申请公布号 |
EP0173056(A2) |
申请公布日期 |
1986.03.05 |
申请号 |
EP19850108877 |
申请日期 |
1985.07.16 |
申请人 |
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION |
发明人 |
SHEKITA, GREGORY ANDREW;WILLIAMS, ROGER CHARLES |
分类号 |
G12B9/00;G06F1/18;G07G1/00 |
主分类号 |
G12B9/00 |
代理机构 |
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