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Method and apparatus for orientation controlled parameter selection

  • US 5,758,267 A
  • Filed: 07/08/1996
  • Issued: 05/26/1998
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/08/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of switching an electronic device wherein a user first orients the device to a predetermined position in space and then actuates a switch, comprising the following steps in the order named:

  • a) providing an electronic device having first and second operational modes, at least one of the modes having two or more sub-modes, the device further having an orientation detection means and having a switch responsive to the orientation detection means, said sub-modes being selectable by the switch;

    b) the user orienting the electronic device to the predetermined position in space so as to activate the orientation detection means;

    c) the activated orientation detection means shifting the electronic device from the first operational mode to the second operational mode; and

    d) the user actuating the switch to select one of said two or more sub-modes.

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