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AssigneeAccuMed International, Inc.
InventorsRichard A. Domanik, Dennis W. Gruber, William J. Mayer
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A machine, method and medium for implementing functions using an input device in a manner that enhances efficient operation of a mechanism capable of operating in at least two states. The functions are implemented via a convenient input device, such as a mouse. One or more specified actuators of the input device implement a given function when the mechanism is in a first state, while at least one of those actuators implements a different function when the mechanism is in a second state. In embodiments of the present invention contemplating that the mechanism is a microscope system, two states in which the microscope system is envisioned to operate are a scan state and a pause state. The scan state allows the microscope system to execute a pre-defined scan sequence, while the pause state allows the microscope system to pause from that sequence.
A computer-readable medium, for use with a computer, for controlling a microscope system, comprising:
A method for performing a plurality of functions in conjunction with a microscope system, wherein implementation of the plurality of functions is controlled by an input device having two or more actuators, and wherein the microscope system is operable in a first and a second state, the method comprising the steps of:
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