In a solid-state image pick-up device comprising photoelectric converting devices 3r, 3g and 3b formed at a predetermined array interval in row and column directions on a semiconductor substrate, vertical transfer paths 4a, 4b, 4c,. The drive mechanism is formed by an irreversible transmission system which ensures a shock resistant function for the indicator. An eyelid seals ink within the printhead on startup of the printer system. The advantages over the prior art of the systems and methods described herein include the advantage of allowing different types of content from different application programs to be shown on the same display within the same work space.