18104857. INPUT DEVICE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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INPUT DEVICE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Yoshiyuki Nakayama of Toride-shi (JP)

Ryoichi Kawasumi of Toride-shi (JP)

INPUT DEVICE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18104857 titled 'INPUT DEVICE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an image forming apparatus that includes an operation portion positioned above the discharge tray and capable of tilting. The operation portion includes a near field communication portion, a touch panel, and a cover portion with a mark for communication with a telecommunication device.

  • The image forming apparatus has an operation portion that can be tilted and is positioned above the discharge tray.
  • The operation portion includes a near field communication portion for communication with a telecommunication device using near field communication technology.
  • The operation portion also includes a touch panel that allows users to provide instructions through touch operations.
  • The cover portion of the operation portion is designed to cover the near field communication portion and has a mark that serves as a target for holding the telecommunication device during near field communication.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • This image forming apparatus can be used in offices, schools, and other settings where there is a need for printing and scanning documents.
  • The near field communication feature allows users to easily transfer data between their telecommunication devices and the image forming apparatus.
  • The touch panel provides a user-friendly interface for controlling the image forming apparatus.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • The tilting operation portion allows users to adjust the angle for better visibility and accessibility.
  • The near field communication feature eliminates the need for physical connections or complicated setup processes for data transfer.
  • The touch panel simplifies the user interface and makes it easier for users to interact with the image forming apparatus.

Benefits of this technology:

  • The tilting operation portion enhances user comfort and convenience.
  • Near field communication enables quick and easy data transfer between telecommunication devices and the image forming apparatus.
  • The touch panel improves user experience by providing a simple and intuitive interface for controlling the image forming apparatus.


Original Abstract Submitted

An image forming apparatus includes an operation portion disposed at a front side with respect to an image reading apparatus main body in a front-rear direction of the image forming apparatus, with the operation portion being positioned above the discharge tray in the vertical direction, and with the operation portion being capable of tilting. The operation portion includes a near field communication portion configured to communicate with a telecommunication device by near field communication, a touch panel configured to receive an instruction from a user via a touch operation, and a cover portion configured to cover the near field communication portion, the cover portion being provided with a mark as a target over which the telecommunication device is to be held to communicate by the near field communication.

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