Patent ID: 6186896
Filing Date: 2001-02-13
Classification: A63F,G05G,G06F

Abstract:
An operating device for use with an image processing apparatus which generates image data to be displayed on a monitor, and outputs an operation signal which can apply a change on said image, said operating device comprising:a hand-holdable housing; andan analog joystick provided on said housing, wherein said analog joystick includesan operating lever having a tip end which is protruded from said housing and can be inclined in an arbitrary direction including up, down, left and right within 360 degrees, anda guide member which is fixedly formed on said housing and is operable to guide said operating lever in at least an up direction, said guide member including a wall surface which is sloped with an outside upper portion such that said operating lever is brought into contact with said wall surface at a maximum inclination position of said operating lever.