Patent ID: 7167160
Filing Date: 2007-01-23
Classification: G06F

Abstract:
1. A dual mode input device for performing a data input function by a moving action in a first mode, and performing the data input function by a manipulating operation on an input element in a second mode, comprising: a main body having a sensor window on a surface thereof, said sensor window movable relative to a plane to perform the data input function in said first mode; and a supporting member arranged on said surface of said main body for accommodating therein said input element, said input element moving relative to said sensor window to perform the data input function in said second mode; wherein said supporting member is detachably arranged on said surface of said main body and disposed over said sensor window in said second mode; and further comprising a securing member for securing said supporting member onto said surface of said main body, wherein said securing member comprises: a plurality of positioning holes arranged on said surface of said main body around said sensor window; and a plurality of pins coupled to said supporting member and having positions corresponding to said plurality of positioning holes, respectively, said plurality of pins being insertable into said plurality of positioning holes to secure said supporting member onto said surface of said main body over said sensor window in said second mode.