×

Button layout for a testing instrument

  • US 7,323,141 B2
  • Filed: 09/10/2002
  • Issued: 01/29/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/13/2001
  • Status: Active Grant
First Claim
Patent Images

1. A sensor dispensing instrument comprising:

  • a sensor pack containing a plurality of sensorsan electronics assembly including a microprocessor for operating the sensor dispensing instrument and storing dataan outer housing having a sensor slot through which one of the plurality of sensors is disposed to conduct a test, wherein the outer housing includes a display for displaying a plurality of items;

    a plurality of buttons connected through the electronics assembly to mechanically control the operation of the sensor dispensing instrument, the buttons includinga power button for turning the sensor dispensing instrument on and off;

    a scroll button for scrolling through the plurality of items shown on the display, the plurality of items including a plurality of functions that are programmed within the sensor dispensing instrument and that are selectable by a user, including setting the time, setting the date, programming numbers for calibration, reviewing memory results and editing memory results;

    a select button for selecting at least one of the plurality of items;

    a memory button for displaying test results; and

    a set-up button for performing tasks related to the operation of the sensor dispensing instrument.

View all claims
  • 3 Assignments
Timeline View
Assignment View
    ×
    ×