DE19642812A1 - Single element multi function tracker ball - Google Patents

Single element multi function tracker ball

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DE19642812A1
DE19642812A1 DE1996142812 DE19642812A DE19642812A1 DE 19642812 A1 DE19642812 A1 DE 19642812A1 DE 1996142812 DE1996142812 DE 1996142812 DE 19642812 A DE19642812 A DE 19642812A DE 19642812 A1 DE19642812 A1 DE 19642812A1
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function
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display
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WOLKOWSKI FRANK 35066 FRANKENBERG DE
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H03—ELECTRONIC CIRCUITRY
    • H03J—TUNING RESONANT CIRCUITS; SELECTING RESONANT CIRCUITS
    • H03J9/00—Remote-control of tuned circuits; Combined remote-control of tuning and other functions, e.g. brightness, amplification
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F3/00—Input arrangements for transferring data to be processed into a form capable of being handled by the computer; Output arrangements for transferring data from processing unit to output unit, e.g. interface arrangements
    • G06F3/01—Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
    • G06F3/03—Arrangements for converting the position or the displacement of a member into a coded form
    • G06F3/033—Pointing devices displaced or positioned by the user, e.g. mice, trackballs, pens or joysticks; Accessories therefor
    • G06F3/0354—Pointing devices displaced or positioned by the user, e.g. mice, trackballs, pens or joysticks; Accessories therefor with detection of 2D relative movements between the device, or an operating part thereof, and a plane or surface, e.g. 2D mice, trackballs, pens or pucks
    • G06F3/03549—Trackballs
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04N—PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION
    • H04N5/00—Details of television systems
    • H04N5/44—Receiver circuitry for the reception of television signals according to analogue transmission standards
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04N—PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION
    • H04N5/00—Details of television systems
    • H04N5/64—Constructional details of receivers, e.g. cabinets or dust covers
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04N—PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION
    • H04N5/00—Details of television systems
    • H04N5/76—Television signal recording
    • H04N5/765—Interface circuits between an apparatus for recording and another apparatus

Abstract

The tracker ball has built-in switching elements that allow menu items and other functions to be selected by activation with a single finger. The unit has a ball 1 captive in a holder that is spring 2 supported in the housing. Mounted in the housing are one or more switches 3 that are activated by pressing the ball.

Description

1. Die Erfindung betrifft eine EIN-TASTEN-Multifunktions-Fernbedienung zur ein­ fachen Bedienung in der Unterhaltungs-, Regelungs- und Steuerungselektro­ nik, mittels eingeblendeter Menüleiste bzw. Displayanzeige.1. The invention relates to a one-button multi-function remote control easy operation in the entertainment, regulation and control electro nik, by means of a menu bar or display.

2.1 Die zur Zeit in der Unterhaltungselektronik eingesetzten Fernbedienungen sind durch eine Vielzahl von Tasten und Mehrfachfunktionstasten so unübersicht­ lich, unhandlich und unverständlich geworden, daß viele Benutzer, insbeson­ dere ältere Menschen, oftmals Probleme bei der Bedienung ihrer Geräte ha­ ben. Häufig wird auch nur ein kleiner Teil der Tasten wirklich benutzt.2.1 The remote controls currently used in consumer electronics are through a variety of buttons and multi-function buttons so confusing that many users, in particular older people, often have problems operating their devices ben. Often only a small part of the buttons are actually used.

Zwar werden heute schon Fernbedienungen mit Menüeinblendungen kombi­ niert, doch muß der Anwender immer noch durch die Vielzahl der Tasten zwi­ schen Anzeige und Fernbedienung hin- und herblicken.Remote controls are already combined with menu overlays niert, but the user must still between the large number of buttons between the display and remote control.

Die neue Bedienung soll durch eine EIN-TASTEN-Mulitfunktions-Fern­ bedienung mit Menüanzeige am Bildschirm bzw. am Display handlicher und bedienerfreundlicher werden.The new operation is said to be through a ONE-BUTTON multi-function remote Operation with menu display on the screen or on the display more convenient and become more user-friendly.

2.2 Um die Bedienung und Handhabung der neuen Fernbedienungen zu verbes­ sern, wird nur noch ein Trackball (1) mit Roll- und Druckfunktion auf der Fern­ bedienung vorgesehen (Fig. 1).2.2 To improve the operation and handling of the new remote controls, only a trackball ( 1 ) with roll and print function is provided on the remote control ( Fig. 1).

Die zur Bedienung notwendigen Informationen bzw. Befehle werden durch ein Display bzw. durch eine eingeblendete Menüleiste (4) im Bildschirm darge­ stellt (Fig. 2 und 3).The information or commands required for operation are shown on the screen by a display or by a menu bar ( 4 ) ( Fig. 2 and 3).

Die Einblendung von Anzeigen ist Stand der Technik.The display of advertisements is state of the art.

Der Anwender kann nun mit nur einer Finger- bzw. Daumenposition auf der Menüleiste die gewünschte Änderung vornehmen, ohne auf der Fernbedie­ nung nach den richtigen Tasten zu suchen und ohne den Blick von der Anzei­ ge abzuwenden.The user can now use only one finger or thumb position on the Menu bar to make the desired change without using the remote control search for the right keys and without looking at the display avert.

Die gewählte Funktion wird zur besseren Unterscheidung farblich hinterlegt oder abgesetzt.The selected function is highlighted in color for better differentiation or discontinued.

Bei einem Befehl mit Unterbefehlen wird ein zusätzliches Untermenü einge­ blendet (Fig. 2 und 3).With a command with subcommands, an additional submenu is shown ( Fig. 2 and 3).

Um die Doppelfunktion Rollen und Drücken mit nur einem Trackball zu ge­ währleisten, wird dieser in eine Richtung beweglich. (Fig. 1).In order to ensure the dual function of rolling and pressing with just one trackball, it can be moved in one direction. ( Fig. 1).

Damit die Funktion einer Taste mit übernommen werden kann, werden in der Gehäuserückwand ein oder mehrere Druckschalter (3) fest installiert. Der be­ wegliche Trackball wird so durch eine Druckfeder (2) vom Druckschalter auf Distanz gehalten (Fig. 1). So that the function of a button can be taken over, one or more pressure switches ( 3 ) are permanently installed in the rear wall of the housing. The movable trackball is held by a pressure spring ( 2 ) from the pressure switch at a distance ( Fig. 1).

Die Empfindlichkeit im Rollmodus und der Widerstand beim Drücken des Trackballs wird so gewählt, daß ein unbeabsichtigtes Drücken beim Rollen so­ wie ein Weiterrollen beim Drücken auf der Menüleiste vermieden wird.The sensitivity in roll mode and the resistance when pressing the Trackballs are chosen so that accidental pressing while rolling how to avoid scrolling when pressing on the menu bar.

Nach dem Betätigen des Trackballs kann die Menüleiste bzw. Displayanzeige wahlweise manuell oder automatisch wieder ausgeblendet werden.After pressing the trackball, the menu bar or display can can be hidden either manually or automatically.

2.3 Diese Art der Gerätebedienung eignet sich für TV-Geräte, Videorecorder, Sa­ tellitenempfänger, HiFi-Anlagen sowie für alle anderen fernbedienbaren Bedienungsschnittstellen.2.3 This type of device operation is suitable for TV sets, video recorders, Sat. tellite receivers, hi-fi systems and for all other remotely controllable ones User interfaces.

Claims (1)

Multifunktions-Fernbedienung zur Bedienung von TV-Geräten, Videorecordern, Satellittenempfängern, HiFi-Anlagen sowie allen anderen fernbedienbaren Gerä­ ten dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Fernbedienung nur noch mit einem Trackball mit Roll- und Drückfunktion und Anzeige am entsprechenden Gerät versehen wird.Multi-function remote control for operating TV sets, VCRs, satellite receivers, hi-fi systems and all other remote-controlled devices characterized in that the remote control is only provided with a trackball with roll and push function and display on the corresponding device.
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Cited By (2)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US6571086B1 (en) 1998-12-08 2003-05-27 Nokia Mobile Phones Ltd. Wireless communication device and a control means
EP1986081A1 (en) 2007-04-23 2008-10-29 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Device for user interface using rotatable input device and method of operating user interface

Cited By (2)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US6571086B1 (en) 1998-12-08 2003-05-27 Nokia Mobile Phones Ltd. Wireless communication device and a control means
EP1986081A1 (en) 2007-04-23 2008-10-29 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Device for user interface using rotatable input device and method of operating user interface

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