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Electronic timepiece with a multi-timer
Assignee: Seiko Instruments Inc
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Filing: 1972-10-18
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Granted: 1974-09-10
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Expires: 1992-10-18
Abstract
Abstract An electronic timepiece constructed as a wristwatch with a multiplicity of timer devices for setting therein different time settings either by actuation of setting switches or by reading in the time settings from a program in the form of a punched tape. The settings are introduced into the watch''s electronic circuit without affecting its outputs indicating elapsed time. The time settings are stored and the wearer of the watch is warned by a bell or a light, visually or audibly when the actual time corresponds with the time setting memorized in registers forming the memories of the electronic circuit. The time set and the elapsed or actual time can be displayed on a display panel of the timepiece.
Inventors
- 👤 K Yoda
- 👤 T Kato
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 19:10
CPC Classifications
G; G04; G04F; G04F1/00; G04F1/005; G04G; G04G9/00; G04G9/08; G04G9/087
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
129 words
An electronic timepiece with a multi-timer, comprising, an oscillator having a high frequency output, a divider dividing said output to a low frequency time standard signal, counter means receiving said time standard signal and developing hour, minute and seconds time-indicating outputs, display means displaying the last-mentioned time-indicating outputs, multitimer circuit comprising memory means to store time signal input settings, setting means for setting different time settings in said memory means, said setting means comprising read-out means and read-in means for reading in to said memory means readouts of said read-out means, said read-out means comprising means for reading program means having time-setting indicia read into said read-in means, and indicating means indicating when the times set in said memory means correspond with elapsed time displayed on said display means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
129 words
An electronic timepiece with a multi-timer, comprising, an oscillator having a high frequency output, a divider dividing said output to a low frequency time standard signal, counter means receiving said time standard signal and developing hour, minute and seconds time-indicating outputs, display means displaying the last-mentioned time-indicating outputs, multitimer circuit comprising memory means to store time signal input settings, setting means for setting different time settings in said memory means, said setting means comprising read-out means and read-in means for reading in to said memory means readouts of said read-out means, said read-out means comprising means for reading program means having time-setting indicia read into said read-in means, and indicating means indicating when the times set in said memory means correspond with elapsed time displayed on said display means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
47 words
An electronic timepiece with a multi-timer according to claim 1, in which said setting means comprises counter means connected to said memory means and means to apply a pulse signal of set frequency to said counter means until a desired time is set on said memory means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
An electronic timepiece with a multi-timer according to claim 1, in which said read-out means comprises a tape-reader and in which said program means comprises a punched tape having perforations corresponding to hour, minute and seconds time settings.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
31 words
An electronic timepiece with a multi-timer according to claim 1, in which said memory means comprises registers for storing time signal inputs corresponding to time settings for hours, minutes and seconds.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
38 words
An electronic timepiece with a multi-timer according to claim 1, including means comprising switch means for interchangeably displaying on said display means the time settings in said memory means and actual elapsed time indicated by said time-indicating outputs.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
19 words
An electronic timepiece with a multi-timer according to claim 1, in which said indicating means comprises an audible alarm.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
20 words
An electronic timepiece with a multi-timer according to claim 1, in which said indicating means comprises means visual indicating means.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-09-09 | 1978-03-11 | 1978-09-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-09-09 | 1982-03-11 | 1982-09-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-09-09 | 1986-03-11 | 1986-09-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |