DE4301630C1 - Optical indicator of state of readiness of automobile alarm - uses warning lamp associated with dashboard switch which serves additional purpose e.g. as flashing indicator of fog-lamp control - Google Patents

Optical indicator of state of readiness of automobile alarm - uses warning lamp associated with dashboard switch which serves additional purpose e.g. as flashing indicator of fog-lamp control

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DE4301630C1
DE4301630C1 DE19934301630 DE4301630A DE4301630C1 DE 4301630 C1 DE4301630 C1 DE 4301630C1 DE 19934301630 DE19934301630 DE 19934301630 DE 4301630 A DE4301630 A DE 4301630A DE 4301630 C1 DE4301630 C1 DE 4301630C1
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Wilhelm Bois
Franz Amberger
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    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60RVEHICLES, VEHICLE FITTINGS, OR VEHICLE PARTS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B60R25/00Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles
    • B60R25/10Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device
    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60RVEHICLES, VEHICLE FITTINGS, OR VEHICLE PARTS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B60R2225/00Means indicating the functioning state of the alarm system, e.g. indicating arming, using leds

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Abstract

The indication is given by illumination of an LED or similar source combined with a switch in a central position on the dashboard which is not obscured by other appts. and is recognisable from a relatively long distance. The flashing alarm indicator switch or a fog-lamp switch may be used to give either continuous or intermittent illumination of the LED, to assure the driver and potential thieves that the alarm is set. ADVANTAGE - The readiness of the alarm system is indicated at min. cost by use of a switch already serving another purpose.

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Die Erfindung bezieht sich auf eine optische Anzeige im Fahrgastraum eines Kraftfahrzeuges zur Kenntlichmachung einer alarmbereit geschalte­ ten Diebstahl-Alarmanlage.The invention relates to a visual display in the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle to identify an alarm ready anti-theft alarm system.

Diebstahl-Alarmanlagen, insbesondere in Verbindung mit Zentralverriegelungs­ anlagen, finden bei Kraftfahrzeugen immer mehr Verwendung. Beim Verlassen des Fahrzeuges kann der Fahrer meist nicht zweifelsfrei er­ kennen, ob das Fahrzeug ordnungsgemäß verriegelt und insbesondere die Alarmanlage aktiviert worden ist. Aus diesem Grunde ist es bekannter Stand der Technik, eine von der Fahrzeugaußenseite einsehbare optische Anzeige, beispielsweise eine Leuchtdiode, im Fahrgastraum anzuordnen, die den Aktivierungszustand der Alarmanlage kenntlich macht. Damit ist auch eine gewisse abschreckende Wirkung verbunden, die Unbefugte davon abhalten soll, ins Fahrzeug einzudringen.Anti-theft alarm systems, especially in connection with central locking systems are increasingly used in motor vehicles. At the The driver can usually not leave the vehicle without any doubt know whether the vehicle locks properly and especially the Alarm system has been activated. For this reason, it is better known State of the art, an optical one visible from the outside of the vehicle To arrange a display, for example a light-emitting diode, in the passenger compartment, that indicates the activation status of the alarm system. So that is also linked to a certain deterrent effect, the unauthorized from it should prevent entering the vehicle.

Gemäß einem diesbezüglichen Bericht in MOT-Technik 11/1990, Seite 156, rechte Spalte, wird eine scharf gemachte Diebstahl-Warnanlage durch eine Leuchtdioden-Anzeige signalisiert. In der DE 37 37 209 A1 ist eine Sicherungsanlage für Fahrzeugtüren beschrieben, bei der Türverriege­ lungsknöpfe verwendet werden, deren Spitzenteile licht-transparent ausgeführt sind, indem Mehrfach-LED angeordnet sind, die in einer Farbe die Türfreigabe signalisieren. Warteschließzeiten und Alarme werden durch Blinken angezeigt. Dabei sind an den Hälsen der transparenten Türknöpfe Schaltnocken angebracht, die eine Ver- und Entriegelungslogik über einen Schaltkontakt oder eine Licht- oder induktive Schalteinrich­ tung ansteuern.According to a related report in MOT technology 11/1990, page 156, right column, an anti-theft alarm system is activated an LED display indicates. DE 37 37 209 A1 is a Security system for vehicle doors described in the door locks buttons are used, the tip parts of which are light-transparent are performed by arranging multiple LEDs that are in one color  signal the door release. Waiting times and alarms will be indicated by flashing. The necks are transparent Door knobs switch cams attached that have a locking and unlocking logic via a switching contact or a light or inductive switching device control.

Die DE 38 21 561 C2 zeigt ebenfalls eine Vorrichtung zur optischen An­ zeige der Bereitschaft einer Fahrzeug-Alarmanlage, wobei auch hier wie­ derum das Anzeigeelement in einem Tür-Verriegelungsknopf angeordnet ist.DE 38 21 561 C2 also shows an optical device show the readiness of a vehicle alarm system, whereby here as well arranged around the display element in a door locking button is.

In der Beschreibungseinleitung dieser Vorveröffentlichung sind in Spal­ te 1 eine Reihe weiterer Anzeigemöglichkeiten aufgezeigt, um die Alarm­ bereitschaft einer Diebstahl-Warnanlage signalisieren zu können.In the introductory part of this publication, Spal te 1 presented a number of other display options to the alarm willingness to signal the theft alarm system.

Sämtlichen vorstehend beschriebenen Einrichtungen ist als nachteilig anzulasten, daß zur Bewerkstelligung einer optischen Anzeige stets ein konstruktiver Mehraufwand wegen erforderlich werdender Leitungen, Leuchtdioden usw. vonnöten ist.All of the above-described facilities are disadvantageous to accuse that to accomplish a visual display always a additional constructive effort due to the need for cables, LEDs, etc. is required.

Der Erfindung liegt daher die Aufgabe zugrunde, einen Weg aufzuzeigen, um eine optische Anzeige im Fahrgastraum zur Kenntlichmachung einer alarmbereit geschalteten Diebstahl-Alarmanlage mit dem geringstmögli­ chen Aufwand sicherstellen zu können.The invention is therefore based on the object of showing a way a visual display in the passenger compartment to indicate a Anti-theft alarm system activated with the least possible to be able to ensure the effort.

Dies gelingt erfindungsgemäß, wenn gemäß Kennzeichen des Patentanspru­ ches 1 als Anzeige ein mit integrierten Leuchtelementen versehener, in der Armaturentafel angeordneter und auch der Ansteuerung (Inbetrieb­ nahme/Außerbetriebnahme) anderweitiger Fahrzeug-Funktionseinheiten dienender Schalter verwendet wird. This is achieved according to the invention if, according to the characterizing part of patent claim ches 1 as a display with integrated lighting elements, in the dashboard and also the control (commissioning decommissioning / decommissioning) of other vehicle functional units serving switch is used.  

Ein solcher Schalter übt somit eine Doppelfunktion aus. Als besonders geeignet ist ein meist an zentraler Stelle in der Armaturentafel ange­ ordneter, nicht durch andere Einbauten verdeckter und aufgrund der üblicherweise hohen Leuchtkraft der verwendeten Anzeigendiode auch aus relativ großer Entfernung erkennbarer Schalter für die Warnblinkanlage anzusehen. Die Anzeige könnte dabei kontinuierlich sein, oder wie bei der üblichen Betriebsweise dieses Schalters in ständigem Ein-Aus-Be­ trieb, was bekanntermaßen die Warnfunktion erhöht.Such a switch therefore has a dual function. As special Suitable is usually at a central location in the dashboard tidier, not hidden by other internals and due to the usually high luminosity of the display diode used relatively large distance recognizable switch for the hazard lights to watch. The display could be continuous or as with the normal operation of this switch in constant on-off mode drove, which is known to increase the warning function.

Selbstverständlich wäre auch denkbar, andere, ohnehin mit Leuchtelemen­ ten versehene Schalter, beispielsweise diese für die Inbetriebnahme von Nebelscheinwerfer oder Nebelschlußleuchte zu verwenden.Of course, others would also be conceivable, anyway with illuminated elements provided switches, for example these for the commissioning of Use fog lights or rear fog lights.

Der Vorteil der erfindungsgemäßen Vorgehensweise ist darin zu sehen, daß auf bereits vorhandene Einrichtungen im Fahrgastraum zurückgegrif­ fen werden kann. Erforderlich ist lediglich, die Steuereinheit der Diebstahl-Alarmanlage schaltungstechnisch mit dem Warnblinkschalter zu verbinden, damit dessen Leuchtdiode bei aktivierter Alarmanlage in Be­ trieb gesetzt wird. Aufgrund der Einfachheit der vorzunehmenden Maßnah­ me ist es an dieser Stelle entbehrlich, ein Ausführungsbeispiel eigens aufzuzeigen, da die Realisierung für den Fachmann mit keinerlei Schwie­ rigkeiten verbunden ist.The advantage of the procedure according to the invention can be seen in that access to existing facilities in the passenger compartment can be opened. All that is required is the control unit of the Theft alarm system is connected in terms of circuitry with the hazard warning switch connect so that its LED when the alarm system is activated in Be drive is set. Because of the simplicity of the measure to be taken me it is unnecessary at this point, an embodiment specifically to show, since the realization for the specialist with no difficulty is connected.

Claims (4)

1. Optische Anzeige im Fahrgastraum eines Kraftfahrzeuges zur Kennt­ lichmachung einer alarmbereit geschalteten Diebstahl-Alarmanlage, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß als Anzeige ein mit integrierten Leucht­ elementen versehener, in der Armaturentafel angeordneter und auch der Ansteuerung (Inbetriebnahme/Außerbetriebnahme) anderweitiger Fahrzeug-Funktionseinheiten dienender Schalter verwendet wird.1. Optical display in the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle to identify an alarm-ready anti-theft alarm system, characterized in that a display provided with integrated lighting elements, arranged in the dashboard and also used for control (commissioning / decommissioning) of other vehicle functional units is used. 2. Anzeige nach Anspruch 1 unter Verwendung des Schalters für die Warnblinkanlage.2. Display according to claim 1 using the switch for the Hazard warning lights. 3. Anzeige nach Anspruch 1 unter Verwendung des Nebelschlußleuchten- Schalters.3. Display according to claim 1 using the rear fog lights Switch. 4. Anzeige nach Anspruch 1 unter Verwendung des Nebelscheinwerfer- Schalters.4. Display according to claim 1 using the fog lamp Switch.
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