Patent ID: 6121957
Filing Date: 2000-09-19
Classification: G06F

Abstract:
An encoder module for use in a cursor control device comprising:a positioning base having a pair of corresponding positioning members;a signal generating means mounted between said pair of corresponding positioning members for generating encoding signals, including:a rotating member having an electrical contact on its surface;an axle mounted on said rotating member for positioning said rotating member between said pair of corresponding positioning members;a plate having a planar surface, said plate being connected perpendicularly to said axle and having a plurality of electrical brushes on said planar surface, said plate being disposed between said pair of positioning members; anda switch member installed on said plate; andan annular member connected to said axle for rotating said rotating member;wherein said rotating member causes said electrical brushes to intermittently engage said electrical brushes to intermittently engage said electrical contact and said annular member, andwherein said annular member is arranged to be pushed to engage said switch member.