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News Release from: Omron Electronics | Subject: B5V-R combination jog dials
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 14 December 2006
Jog-style dial simplifies portable
electronics
Omron has created a compact and reliable control that provides convenient access to the growing functionality of portable consumer electronics with a new five way multifunction 'jog' style dial
Omron has created a compact and reliable control that provides convenient access to the growing functionality of portable consumer electronics with a new five way multifunction 'jog' style dial that sets new standards for switching performance, reliability and size Aimed at high volume applications, Omron's B5V-R combination jog dials are custom designed around a core technology platform to suit each application
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 12 May 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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Features such as the integrated LEDs and key top can be styled and manufactured to the customers specification in terms of appearance and material.
Omron's dial has a switching action based on miniature integral magnets that provide smooth contactless feedback of side/side and up/down actuation with just one moving part.
This approach is key to achieving the reliability and the size demanded by high volume consumer electronics.
The central dial can be rotated freely through 360 degrees without damage - eliminating a potential area where misuse can lead to failure.
Integrated hall sensors indicate position and provide digital output signals eliminating the need for an A/D convertor in the interface.
To demonstrate the technology, Omron has created a reference design - B5V-R, allowing customers to evaluate fully the design and user experience of the technology.
A key advantage of Omron's B5V solution is that these features are delivered in an exceptionally compact form factor.
The key top of the device is 24mm square.
B5V is fully RoHS compliant.
Omron is developing a more compact solution with an 18mm key top and 2mm profile, due to be released in early 2007.
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