Cluster key arrangement
First Claim
1. A cluster key arrangement comprising:
- a cluster key means including a primary key means and at least one secondary key means; and
, switching means enabling a user to select said primary key means or said at least one secondary key means in a mutually exclusive manner.
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Abstract
A cluster key arrangement may be mechanically configured or electronically configured. The cluster key arrangement may include twelve cluster keys configured in an arrangement of three columns by four rows, such as conventionally found on standard telephones. The cluster key arrangement may also be configured for use or cellular/mobile telephones, television remote controls, other handheld data entry devices, automotive controls, desktop/wall-mounted/cordless telephones, combination telephone recorders, Personal Digital Assistants, and other electronic devices. The mechanically or electronically configured cluster, keys provide a user with the ability to select one of a plurality of key elements representing numbers, letters, symbols, functions, etc., in a mutually exclusive manner.
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28 Claims
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1. A cluster key arrangement comprising:
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a cluster key means including a primary key means and at least one secondary key means; and
,switching means enabling a user to select said primary key means or said at least one secondary key means in a mutually exclusive manner. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28)
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