Image reading device and control method for image reading device

By introducing low-output and high-output modes into the image reading device and adjusting power supply and reading speed according to the USB device type, the problem of increased power consumption is solved, a balance between power management and reading function is achieved, and efficiency is improved.

CN116668869BActive Publication Date: 2026-07-17SEIKO EPSON CORP

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SEIKO EPSON CORP
Filing Date
2023-02-24
Publication Date
2026-07-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing image reading devices experience increased power consumption when switching from low-power mode to high-power mode, making it difficult to effectively manage the balance between power consumption and reading functionality.

Method used

The image reading device has a low output mode and a high output mode. It automatically adjusts the power supply and reading speed according to the type of connected USB device. In the low output mode, it performs image reading at a first reading speed, while in the high output mode, it can achieve a faster second reading speed.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible adjustment of reading speed under different power supply conditions, reduces fluctuations in power consumption, and improves the efficiency and controllability of power management functions.

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Abstract

This invention provides an image reading device and a control method for the image reading device. A low-output mode is a mode in which control can be performed while connected to a low-power USB device. A high-output mode is a mode in which control can be performed while connected to a high-power USB device capable of supplying higher power than the low-power USB device. In the low-output mode, the control unit cannot perform image reading at a second reading speed faster than the first reading speed, but can perform image reading at the first reading speed.
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