JPH09198222A - Word processor device - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To remove the movement of a visual line between a display screen and an input equipment by selecting a head-mounted display means or a portable display means by their switching to display a signal generated from a picture signal generator for receiving inputted data and an input state signal and displaying these data on a screen. SOLUTION: Data inputted by the operation of an input means 1 mainly consisting of a keyboard IK are inputted to a control box 3 to be a picture signal generator for generating a signal based upon the data through a lead wire 2. The control box 3 receives the data inputted by the means 1 and an input state signal and outputs a signal for displaying these data on a screen to the head fitting type display means 4 and the portable display means 5. A change-over switch 8 switches between both the means 4, 5 to display a picture signal outputted from the box 3. Consequently the movement of a visual line between the display screen and the input equipment can be removed.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a word processor device for operating a key group by operating a group of keys.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventional word processor devices, so-called word processor devices, are now widely used as OA devices indispensable for document work in companies, government offices, offices, etc. This device operates a key group for document creation. Input means for performing the input, an image signal generator for receiving the data input by this input device and the signal of the input situation and outputting a signal for displaying them on the screen, and the image signal generator It is constituted by the input data and a display means for displaying the input status in response to a signal. Here, the input means is specifically a keyboard or the like provided with a group of keys for inputting characters, symbols, figures, etc., and the image signal generator is specifically a personal computer (PC) dedicated to a word processor. The personal computer is composed of an image creator or the like that creates an image of input data under the control of the personal computer. Further, the display means is specifically a liquid crystal display or the like. A word processor dedicated personal computer or the like as an image signal generator is housed in the main body, a keyboard is fixedly attached to the main body, and a liquid crystal display is attached to a cover frame of the main body. The cover frame is openably and closably attached to the main body, and these three parts are integrally configured. Therefore, when doing word processing work,
Open the cover frame and stand the LCD display so that it is easy to observe. Then, the group of keys on the keyboard is operated to input data while observing the input data and the input status on the liquid crystal display. Recently, a so-called notebook type word processing device has been proposed by reducing the size of the word processing device of the three parties into a notebook type. It should be noted that the document work by the word processing device is usually performed by installing the word processing device on a desk and operating it.

[0003]

By the way, when the document work by the word processor is carried out while the train is on board,
With great difficulty. That is, especially while riding a train, because the position of the keyboard and the liquid crystal display is fixed in the conventional word processing device due to the sitting posture on the seat, long-term observation of the display is stiff and mentally disturbed. I am very tired. In the case of a notebook type word processing device, it is possible to put the entire device on the knees for document work, but mental fatigue tends to occur due to the fixed position of the keyboard and the liquid crystal display. . Further, in the conventional word processing device, anyone can observe and know the created document contents on the display. Therefore, the liquid crystal display is open to a third party, which is disadvantageous in the document work particularly requiring confidentiality. Recently, a liquid crystal display has been improved so that it cannot be viewed from a direction other than the viewing direction of the document creator. However, even in that case, confidentiality cannot be maintained because it can be seen from the viewing direction of the document creator.

On the other hand, a method has been proposed in which this display is performed by a display device applying the principle of a head-up display, specifically, a display device such as goggles. However, if this display system is used for a long time, a narrow visual field is obtained. There is a problem that fatigue is caused because the eyes are identified. Therefore, only this type of display device has a problem. The present invention provides a word processing device which solves such a problem.

[0005]

A word processor provided by the present invention provides input means for operating a group of keys for creating a document to input data, and data input by the input means and a signal indicating an input status. An image signal generator that receives and outputs signals for displaying them on the screen, and a head that receives the signal from the image signal generator and displays the input data and the input status in front of the word processor operator. Part-mounted display means, portable display means for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input situation in front of the word processor operator, and the signal from the image signal generator Of the head-mounted display means and the portable display means.

[0006]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS The external appearance of a word processor provided by the present invention is shown in FIG.

In FIG. 1, reference numeral 1 denotes an input means for operating a group of keys for creating a document for inputting, and mainly has a rectangular keyboard 1K similar to that in a conventional word processor. On the other hand, the display device is composed of a goggle type display (GTD) 4 which is directly worn on the head by a band and a rectangular display portion 5 similar to that in the conventional word processor. In this keyboard 1K, each key is, for example, of a two-step system. When a finger touches each key, the key is sensed, and the content of the key touched by the finger is first displayed on the display unit 4, 5. When the key is pressed, the content of the key is displayed on the screen. It is configured in this way in order to confirm the input status on the display unit 4.
This is because it is necessary to display the input data and the like on the screen. This data is displayed as the data before being clicked (“input data”). And further conversion is done with the space key. The contents of the two-step system key are output based on signals from two sensors, a touch sensor and a key press sensor. This is because a process of determining whether or not the touched key is the target key is required. As the touch sensor, various sensors such as an optical type and a piezoelectric type are used. Alternatively, the touch sensor may not be installed, and each key may be provided with an unevenness of the key content so that the determination can be made by the uneven shape. Or 1 in 2 step push type
The step signal is output by pressing the step lightly and the click signal is output in the second step. There is also a method of making a voice call with a light push of one step. The content of the key is discriminated by voice.

This keyboard system is based on the current OA
Since the device operator is in the situation of remembering the arrangement of the key group by his / her body, there is an advantage that the input operation can be performed with ten fingers of both hands, and the document work can be performed quickly and smoothly.

The input data by the operation of the input device body 1 is transmitted to the device as the image signal generator, that is, the control box 3 via the lead wire 2 by transmitting a signal based on the data. The control box 3 receives the data input by the input means 1 and the signal of the input status and outputs a signal for displaying them on the screen to the displays 4 and 5, and controls the input signal. Is configured so that word processor software, a memory-internal type driver, and the like are installed together with a converter that converts and outputs the image signal. Specifically, an image signal generating means, that is, a personal computer dedicated to a word processor, an image signal transmitter, and the like are internally provided. 3A shows a power switch, 3B shows a floppy case, and 3C shows an EJECT button. 6 is control box 3
Is a lead wire for connecting the display unit 4 and the display unit 7, and 7 is a lead wire for connecting the control box 3 and the display unit 5. 5
S is an ON / OFF switch for the display. T is indicator 5
It is a stand to set up.

The display 4 is not a liquid crystal display as in the prior art, but is an image projection display based on the principle of a head-up display for displaying an image with the focal point positioned considerably in front of the eye. An optical system and a signal receiver are built in. Of course, the image signal to the GTD 4 is transmitted from the control box 3 via the lead wire 6. The display in the illustrated example is a goggle type display (GTD) that is worn directly on the head with a band. This GTD
As a result, the image is visually easy and there is no emotional pain.

In the above structure, 8 is a changeover switch for changing which of the display units 4 and 5 displays the image signal from the image signal generating means, that is, the image signal transmitter. The illustrated switch 8 is a display 4
The state where the image signal is transmitted from the image signal transmitter is shown in FIG. The feature of the present invention lies in this point.

FIG. 2 is different from the keyboard 14 as the input means of FIG. 1 in that a click button KB for selecting and clicking a display window such as a function as a word processor, identification, and type is arranged in the center portion. There is.

FIG. 3 shows an embodiment of the input device in which the input means for operating the key group for document creation to input data is circular and rotary. As shown in the figure, it is small and can be held in one hand, and can be carried by the finger operation of the other hand and can be carried.
Specifically, information is input by a handle 9H that is concentrically arranged in the input device body 9 and has a recess that can be held by a finger to be operated. Further, operation buttons 9B such as "RETURN" and "SPACE", and "PALETTEL1" and "PALETTEL2" that enable two-step switching of key display for downsizing the dial are provided around the upper part of the main body 9. Has been done. Further, a trackball 9T and a quick button 9K are arranged in the upper center of the main body 9 so that a menu appearing on the display surface can be operated. The interface cable (lead wire) 2 which is a barrel for connecting the main body 9 to the image display device is compatible with various devices. The input data by the operation of the input device main body 9 is transmitted as a signal based on the data and is input to the device as the image signal generator, that is, the control box 3 through the lead wire 2. The control box 3 controls the data input by the input means 1 and the signals of the input status and outputs the signals for displaying them on the screen to the display device 4. It is configured such that word processor software, a memory-internal type driver, and the like are installed together with a converter that converts and outputs the signal. Specifically, an image signal generating means, that is, a personal computer dedicated to a word processor, an image signal transmitter, and the like are internally provided.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the word processor shown in FIG. 1, in which a data signal from the input means 1 for inputting by operating a key group is controlled by a control box 3.
It is input to the image signal generator 11 via the controller 10 of FIG.
Then, the output from the image signal generator 11 is transmitted to either of the indicators 4 and 5 through the changeover switch 8. Each of the indicators 4 and 5 is composed of a display controller 12 and 14 and a display unit 13 and 15, respectively.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing the structure of the word processor shown in FIG. 3, which is composed of a serial signal encoder 17 driven by a circular rotary input device 9 and a controller 16. First, control box 3
The (computer) transmits power and control signals to the controller 16. The controller 16 feedback-controls the serial signal encoder 17 that receives the information (data) from the input device body 9 according to the control signal sent from the control box 3. When the control box 3 can receive the information (data) from the input device body 9, the data is sent to the serial signal encoder 17 and output to the control box 3. In the illustrated example, the arbitrary key selected by the handle 9H is also input by pressing the click button 9K. In this case, the serial data of the key selected and instructed by the handle 9H and the determined (confirmed) serial data are always serial signal encoder 17
Sent to the control box 3 and output as an image on the displays 4 and 5. Since a memory resident driver is installed in advance in the control box 3 and is output to the display device 4 or 5, the process of operating the handle 9H and the determined data are displayed in real time. Control box 3
Is driven by a battery, but is connected to a power source when the battery is not used.

FIG. 6 and FIG. 7 are views showing specific examples of use of the word processor of the present invention, for example, an example in which a word processor work of the present invention is performed in a Shinkansen vehicle. The portable display 5 is mounted on the take-out desk T on the rear surface of the front seat Z2 of the operator's seat Z1. 6 shows a state in which a word processor is being observed while observing an image on the goggle type display (GTD) 4, and FIG. 7 is a word processor being being observed while observing an image on the portable display 5. It shows the state. The control box 3 and the like are housed in a bag (handbag, etc.) BA. Then, the input device 1 is operated to input characters. If the input content is confidential, or if the user's shoulder is stiff due to the screen being in a fixed position, etc., perform the operation in the state shown in FIG. In this case, the changeover switch 8 is operated to perform the changeover in the state shown in FIG.

By the way, when the display device 4 is used, the focal point of the display surface of the display device 4 is located considerably in front of the eye position. When the display device 4 is used, the outside world cannot be seen, so that the input state is also displayed on the display surface M. As shown in FIG. 8, the displayed contents are a display screen G which is a liquid crystal display portion in a conventional word processor, a graphic Z of the rotary input device 7 and a function and identification as a word processor. Display windows (windows) W1 to W10 such as types are displayed. The selection and click of each display window is performed by moving the arrow Y by operating the trackball and the click button located at the center of the rotary input device 7. The display surface of the display 4 is of a type in which only the information shown in FIG. 3 is displayed and the outside world cannot be seen, that is, a see-through type (transparent type).

On the screen G, like the display on the liquid crystal display unit in the conventional word processor, the "input status" which is the data input by clicking ("in the VR work space" shown in the illustrated example). Then, "input data", which is the data before conversion into kanji, is displayed during input ("nyuryoku" shown in the illustrated example). Figure Z of rotary input device 7
At the center of the box, the content to be input by pressing the key ("K" in the illustrated example) is displayed. The input status can be known from this display. This conversion is performed with the space key around the rotary input device 7, but this is possible because the rotary input device 7 is displayed on the display surface M.

With such a configuration, the "input status" and "input data" in the word processing process are displayed on the display surface M of the display (GTD) 4, which is displayed by the operator. Since it is deployed in front of the eye at a position that is fixed to the eye position, regardless of the posture of the body, there is no mental distress such as a stiff shoulder during writing. Moreover, since the display is developed only in front of the operator's eyes, it is not visible to a third party, and the confidentiality of the input data is maintained. Furthermore, there is no need to choose a place, and there is an advantage that even if you do not learn blind touch, you can easily work word processor in a free posture while facing forward.

Even when the display device is as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2,
Unlike conventional word processing devices, input section (keyboard section)
Since the display portions are separated from each other, the display shown in FIG. 9 is displayed on the display surface M of the display device 5. In this case, keyboard 1
As described above, K is a two-stage type in which the key touched by the finger is displayed, and when the key is pressed next, the information is input. After input, press the space key to convert and confirm the input. As shown in FIG. 9, in the keyboard display X, not the entire key group but eight keys around the touched key are displayed, and a total of nine keys are displayed. This display facilitates the determination of the finger operation direction. If the number of displays is increased, the content display of the key becomes finer and it becomes difficult to observe. Instead of nine, only three rows or three columns are required. In the case of these three, the content display is large and easy to discriminate.

FIG. 10 shows an embodiment in which an input unit (keyboard unit) and a display unit are integrated, that is, a conventional word processor WP is used. A lead wire 18 connects the control box 3 and the word processor WP.
Further, FIG. 11 shows an embodiment in which the display device 5 is buried in the rear surface of the front seat Z2 of the operator's seat in, for example, a Shinkansen vehicle. 5B is a display ON / OFF switch.

The features of the present invention are as described above, but the present invention is not limited to the above-mentioned embodiment and the embodiments shown in FIGS. 1 to 11, but includes various modified embodiments.

For example, the control box and the input means may be integrally formed. In this case, the lead wire can be omitted, and the number of devices is small, which is advantageous in portability. Further, some modified examples of the display (GTD) 4 can be mentioned. This display means
In the above-mentioned embodiment, the display device based on the principle of the head-up display is adopted, but other methods are used to display an image focused at a position distant from the position of the eyes in front, so that the eyes can be observed without fatigue. Other easy indicators may be used. In addition, in the case of an indicator based on the principle of this head-up display, in addition to a goggle type indicator (GTD), a so-called helmet mounting display (H
MD). Furthermore, the above is not a see-through type (perspective type), but as a see-through type,
The information to be word-processed may be displayed in a different color so that it can be distinguished from the outside world. At times other than the document creation work, means may be added so that the relaxation image for feeling the mood is displayed. This can change your mind and give you peace of mind. Furthermore, it is also possible to play music and voice together with the relaxation image, which improves the relaxation effect. In addition, a communication terminal may be installed in the control box so that the created data and images can be communicated to the host computer (Internet). In this case, there is an advantage that a patient who is under medical treatment can use personal computer communication or Internet communication from the bed. In addition, not only sentences but also figures, symbols, charts, spreadsheets, presentations (planning)
It is natural that materials etc. are included. Therefore, it is understood that the "key group for creating a document" referred to in the claims of the present invention includes not only letters and kana keys but also symbols, marks, figures, lines and the like. The present invention also includes a special case where only a key group for image creation is used.

The control box and the rotary type input device are portable and portable devices, and in particular, by making the control box small, it can be inserted into a pocket.
A goggle type display (GTD) can be attached to the head, and a rotary input device can be placed on the knees for easy operation. Even in the case of a keyboard, it is possible to make the device portable by downsizing the keyboard. But,
The invention is not limited to portable word processing devices.

Further, the switching means for switching whether to display the signal from the image signal generator by the head-mounted display means or the portable display means does not necessarily have to be installed on the control box. You may install in the position of an input device. The present invention includes all of these modified embodiments.

The present invention can be summarized as follows.

Appendix 1 Input means for inputting by operating a group of keys for creating a document, and a signal for receiving data inputted by this input means and a signal of an input situation and displaying these on a screen An image signal generator, head-mounted display means for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input situation in front of a word processor operator, and the image signal generator Receiving means for displaying the input data and the input situation in front of the word processor operator, and a signal from the image signal generator for the head-mounted display means and the portable display means. A word processing device comprising a switching means for switching which of the two is used for display.

Appendix 2 A group of keys for creating a document are arranged on concentric circles, and a circular and rotary input device for inputting by operating these keys, a data input by this input means and a signal of the input status are input. An image signal generator that receives and outputs signals for displaying them on the screen, and a head that receives the signal from the image signal generator and displays the input data and the input status in front of the word processor operator. Part-mounted display means, portable display means for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input situation in front of the word processor operator, and the signal from the image signal generator A word processing device comprising switching means for switching whether to display the head-mounted display means or the portable display means.

Appendix 3 A keyboard in which a group of keys for creating a document are arranged, and an image signal generator for receiving data input by this input means and signals of an input status and outputting signals for displaying them on a screen And a head-mounted display means for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input status at a position in front of the eyes of a word processor operator, and a signal from the image signal generator. The portable display means for receiving and displaying the input data and the input situation in front of the word processor operator, and the signal from the image signal generator by either the head-mounted display means or the portable display means. A word processing device comprising a switching means for switching whether to display.

Appendix 4 Input means for inputting data by operating a group of keys for creating a document, and a signal for receiving data and an input status signal input by this input means and displaying them on a screen. An image signal generator, head-mounted display means for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input situation in front of a word processor operator, and the image signal generator Receiving means for displaying the input data and the input situation in front of the word processor operator, and a signal from the image signal generator for the head-mounted display means and the portable display means. And a switching means for switching which of the two is to be displayed, the word processing device having the switching means installed on the control box.

Appendix 5 Input means for inputting data by operating a group of keys for creating a document, and data for inputting the data and a signal of the input condition to output a signal for displaying them on the screen An image signal generator, head-mounted display means for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input situation in front of a word processor operator, and the image signal generator Receiving means for displaying the input data and the input situation in front of the word processor operator, and a signal from the image signal generator for the head-mounted display means and the portable display means. And a switching means for switching which of the two is used for display, the word processing device having the switching means installed on the input device.

Appendix 6 Input means for inputting by operating a group of keys for creating a document, and data for inputting the data by the input means and a signal for displaying the input status and outputting a signal for displaying them on the screen And an image signal generator for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input situation with an image focused on a position distant from the eye position of the word processor worker to the front. Display device, portable display means for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input situation in front of the word processor operator, and the signal from the image signal generator. A word processing device comprising switching means for switching between the head-mounted display means and the portable display means. Appendix 7 Input means for inputting by operating a group of keys for creating a document, and image signal for outputting data for receiving data and an input status signal input by the input means and displaying them on a screen A generator, a head-mounted display means for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input status in front of the eyes of a word processor operator, and a signal from the image signal generator. A liquid crystal type display that receives and displays the input data and the input situation in front of a word processor worker, and a signal from the image signal generator is displayed by either the head-mounted display means or the portable display means. A word processing device comprising a switching means for switching whether to display.

[0033]

As described above, in the word processor provided by the present invention, the display means is head-mounted type and portable type,
Since it has a switching means for switching which of the two is displayed, there is no movement of the line of sight between the display screen and the input device, and the position of the display means and the posture of the operator can be input freely. If it is necessary to change the atmosphere that the head-mounted display means fixes the field of view, it is possible to use a portable display and change the mood. There is an advantage that you can work on documents while freely responding to your mood and feelings.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an external appearance of a word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an external appearance of a word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an appearance of a word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a diagram schematically showing the configuration of a word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a diagram schematically showing a configuration of a word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a diagram showing a modified embodiment of the word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a modified embodiment of the word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a configuration of a display surface of a word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a configuration of a display surface of the word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a modified embodiment of the word processor according to the present invention.

FIG. 11 is a diagram showing a modification of the display surface of the word processor according to the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Input means 2, 5, 6, 16 ... Lead wire 3, 17 ... Control box 4 ... Indicator 7 ... Rotation type input device 8 ... Encoder 9 ... Controller 10 ... Personal computer 11 ... Display controller 12 ... Display Parts 13, 14 ... Keyboard 15 ... Click button

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. Input means for operating a group of keys for creating a document to input data, and a signal for receiving data and an input status signal input by the input means and displaying them on a screen. An image signal generator, head-mounted display means for receiving the signal from the image signal generator and displaying the input data and the input situation in front of a word processor operator, and the image signal generator Receiving means for displaying the input data and the input situation in front of the word processor operator, and a signal from the image signal generator for the head-mounted display means and the portable display means. A word processing device comprising a switching means for switching which of the two is used for display.