Multimedia keyboard
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1. An enlarged computer keyboard for coupling to a digital computer comprising:
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a first arrangement of alphanumeric keys located in a first face of the housing for entering text into the digital computer; and
a separate bank of single function musical keys located in front of the alphanumeric keys in the first face and configured for generating musical notes, wherein the dimensions of the housing substantially conform to a form factor for a standard alphanumeric computer keyboard except for an extended dimension of the first face to accommodate the separate bank.
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Abstract
A multimedia console incorporating an alphanumeric keyboard, and a musical key-bed is described for generating multimedia work product conveniently when coupled with a digital personal computer or optionally as a stand alone music equipment. The musical key-bed is optionally detachably coupled with a protective cover for providing ergonomic support when said musical key-bed is not being used.
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1. An enlarged computer keyboard for coupling to a digital computer comprising:
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a housing; a first arrangement of alphanumeric keys located in a first face of the housing for entering text into the digital computer; and a separate bank of single function musical keys located in front of the alphanumeric keys in the first face and configured for generating musical notes, wherein the dimensions of the housing substantially conform to a form factor for a standard alphanumeric computer keyboard except for an extended dimension of the first face to accommodate the separate bank. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. A computer keyboard configured for entering both alphanumeric characters and musical notes comprising:
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a housing substantially conforming to a form factor for standard computer keyboards except for an inclusion of an extension of the housing at the front of the keyboard; an alphanumeric key layout; and a separate bank of single function musical keys arranged in a standard piano keyboard layout and dedicated to the generation of musical notes, wherein the separate bank is located to the front of the alphanumeric key layout and integrated into the housing with the alphanumeric key layout. - View Dependent Claims (8, 9, 10)
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