Button assembly with status indicator and programmable backlighting
First Claim
1. A button assembly for actuating an electrical switch, said button assembly comprising:
- a lens, said lens being composed of a transparent material, said lens further comprising a bottom surface;
a base, said base comprising a top surface and a bottom surface, said top surface comprising a recessed portion adapted to receive the bottom surface of the lens;
a first means for releasably coupling the lens and base together; and
a second means for releasably attaching tile button assembly to a structure;
wherein the recessed portion is further adapted to receive a label, said label being interposed between the bottom surface of the lens and the recessed portion of the top surface of the base when the lens and the base are coupled together; and
wherein the base diffuses light from a first source passing through the base.
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Abstract
A configurable switch matrix assembly with button assembly is disclosed for keypads used in devices such as primary control points for automation systems in homes vehicles, or commercial environments. The configurable switch matrix assembly preferably includes a frame for supporting a plurality of positionable cross members and optionally a baffle. The cross members and frame each preferably include cantilevers which can be deflected by pressing the button assemblies to activate switches associated with the keypad. Dynamic status lights and back lights may provide illumination of varying colors and intensities. Button labels may be easily replaced in the button assemblies. Button assemblies of different sizes and shapes may be easily attached to the configurable switch matrix assembly in various configurations without the need for different attaching devices for each situation and/or environment.
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21 Claims
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1. A button assembly for actuating an electrical switch, said button assembly comprising:
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a lens, said lens being composed of a transparent material, said lens further comprising a bottom surface; a base, said base comprising a top surface and a bottom surface, said top surface comprising a recessed portion adapted to receive the bottom surface of the lens; a first means for releasably coupling the lens and base together; and a second means for releasably attaching tile button assembly to a structure; wherein the recessed portion is further adapted to receive a label, said label being interposed between the bottom surface of the lens and the recessed portion of the top surface of the base when the lens and the base are coupled together; and wherein the base diffuses light from a first source passing through the base. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21)
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