Input device for electronic device

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9824836
SERIAL NO

15155927

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An input device for use with a first electronic device and a second electronic device includes a frame, a plurality of manually depressible input members supported by the frame, a communication module supported by the frame and operable to selectively communicate with the first electronic device and the second electronic device, and a switch supported by the frame and coupled to the communication module. The switch is operable to change whether the communication module communicates with the first electronic device or the second electronic device. The input device also includes a light source coupled to the switch and positioned at least partially within the frame. The light source is operable to provide a backlight for the plurality of input members. The backlight is modified in response to actuation of the switch.

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  • ACCO BRANDS CORPORATION

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Klinkman, Alex Hayward, US 5 8
Robinson, Todd San Mateo, US 26 248

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