DE102006017508A1 - Mechanical and/or electrical key for motor vehicle, has key device that opens and closes vehicle and/or actuates ignition of vehicle, and play back device that is provided for playing back entertainment media such as music piece - Google Patents

Abstract

The key has a key device (2) that opens and closes a motor vehicle and/or actuates ignition of the vehicle. A play back device (3) is provided for playing back an entertainment media e.g. music piece or video film, and has a memory device (4) storing an entertainment file e.g. audio file or image file. A converter device (5) converts the stored file into a playable entertainment media, and a reproduction device (6) reproduces the media. An independent claim is also included for a playback device for playing back the entertainment media.

Description

The The present invention relates to a key for a motor vehicle having a Playback device for Entertainment media, such as music or videos.

The Technical field of the present invention relates to a key for a motor vehicle, wherein the key Storage means for storing data.

Such keys for motor vehicles or vehicle keys are for example from the DE 10 2004 025 886 A1 or the DE 199 19 501 A1 known.

The document describes DE 10 2004 025 886 A1 a key for a motor vehicle having storage means for storing data, the key comprising an interface coupled to the storage means for connecting a transmission line for transferring data from and / or to the storage means.

The publication DE 199 19 501 A1 shows a device for storing operation-dependent vehicle data in a removable memory element. In this case, vehicle data such as mileage, tank contents or average consumption are stored in the storage element and provided outside the vehicle, for example, a fleet management system available.

Unfortunately, can a user of the conventional, as described above motor vehicle key these exclusively for motor vehicle-related functionalities like mileage indicator, tank contents indicator, central locking function or Use the immobilizer function.

conventional Car keys are only for Motor vehicle-related functionalities useful. Although the user his Car keys for example, on his keyring usually with you, is a conventional one Car keys in many situations of the everyday Life, such as shopping, bus driving or Walking completely useless.

Of the The present invention is based on the object, the functionality of playing Entertainment media, such as music or videos, for one Key, In particular, a motor vehicle key to provide.

According to the invention Asked task by a key with the characteristics of Patent claim 1 and / or by a key with the features of Patent claim 16 and / or by a with a key device coupling playback device with the features of the claim 17 solved.

• – eine Schlüsselvorrichtung, welche zumindest das Kraftfahrzeug öffnet und schließt und/oder eine Zündung des Kraftfahrzeuges betätigt; und
• – eine Abspielvorrichtung zum Abspielen von Unterhaltungsmedien, die eine Speichervorrichtung, welche zumindest eine Unterhaltungsdatei speichert, eine Wandlervorrichtung, welche die gespeicherte Unterhaltungsdatei in ein abspielbares Unterhaltungsmedium wandelt, und eine Wiedergabevorrichtung aufweist, welche das abspielbare Unterhaltungsmedium, wie beispielsweise ein Musikstück oder einen Videofilm, wiedergibt.

Accordingly, the invention proposes a mechanical and / or electrical key for a motor vehicle, which comprises:

• A key device which at least opens and closes the motor vehicle and / or actuates an ignition of the motor vehicle; and
• A playback device for playing entertainment media, comprising a storage device storing at least one entertainment file, a conversion device converting the stored entertainment file into a playable entertainment medium, and a playback device displaying the playable entertainment medium such as a music piece or a video film ,

Of Further, a mechanical and / or electronic key for a motor vehicle proposed, which is a key device which at least the motor vehicle opens and close and / or an ignition the motor vehicle is actuated, a first housing, which at least the key device receives, and has a first coupling element, which on the first housing is arranged and can be coupled with a second coupling element, arranged on a second housing which is a playback device for playing entertainment media receives.

Farther According to the invention is a playback device proposed for playing entertainment media, which a Storage device that stores at least one conversation file, a converter device containing the stored conversation file into a playable entertainment medium, a playback device, which represents the playable entertainment medium, a second one Casing, which accommodates at least the playback device, and a second coupling element has, which is arranged on the second housing and with a first coupling element can be coupled, which is arranged on a first housing which is a mechanical and / or electronic key device to open and closing a motor vehicle and / or for actuating an ignition of the Motor vehicle receives.

The motor vehicle key according to the invention with the playback device is advantageously suitable both motor vehicle-related functionalities, such as the opening and closing of the motor vehicle or the actuation of the ignition of the motor vehicle, as well as the functionality of the Ab playing of entertainment media, such as music or video, to the user. Thus, the user can use the motor vehicle key according to the invention for his entertainment in many everyday situations in which a conventional car key is useless and yet carried by the user.

Of the with the playback device coupled vehicle key according to the present Invention also has the particular advantage, in particular in a coupled condition motor vehicle-related functionalities and the functionality playing the entertainment media. Furthermore, the User the car key also decouple from the playback device to both separately to use. Also, the user can only the first time purchase a car key that can be coupled with the playback device, at a second time to be coupled with the car key To buy the playback device.

advantageous Refinements and developments of the invention will become apparent the dependent claims and the description with reference to the drawings.

According to one preferred embodiment of the invention, the playback device an operating device, by means of which a user at least one Control command for controlling the storage device and / or the Input reproducing device and which the storage device and / or controls the playback device. Advantageously, thus the playback device by means of the entries made by the user (Control commands) controllable.

According to one preferred embodiment of the invention, the operating device at least one function key, via which of the user inputs the control commands, and those associated with the function key Control device on which the input from the user control commands receives and by means of the received control commands, the storage device and / or controls the playback device. Preferably, the operating device several function keys, for example a play key, a skip forward key, a Skip Backward button or a pause button on.

According to one Another preferred embodiment has the key device a key-beard and / or an electronic central locking function and / or an electronic immobilizer function and / or an electronic ignition function on.

According to one Another preferred embodiment, the key bit in a housing of the key is a folding. Advantageously, this saves space when transporting the key one.

According to one Another preferred embodiment, the memory device a read / write memory and / or a card slot into which a memory card is inserted. For example, the user can use the memory card in a corresponding card slot of a personal computer plug in the memory card with entertainment media, such as MP3 files, describe and then the memory card in the Insert the card slot of the storage device of the key, so that stored on the memory card MP3 files using played the key of the invention can be.

According to one Another preferred embodiment is the conversation file as an audio file, for example as a piece of music or as an audiobook, or formed as an image file or as a video file. The audio file is formatted in particular in an MP3 format. The entertainment medium may preferably as an audio piece, such as a Piece of music, or as a video or as an image, for example, in JPEG format formatted, be formed.

According to one Another preferred embodiment, the playback device a speaker for playing audio files and / or a Display for playing moving and / or still picture files and / or a female connector into which a headphone or an external speaker or a connection cable to the connector is plugged into an infotainment system of the motor vehicle.

According to one Another preferred embodiment, the playback device an interface device, by means of which data, thereby especially the conversation file or entertainment files, in the storage device is written or from the storage device be read out. The interface device is preferably as a USB interface and / or a Firewire interface and / or a wireless interface. The wireless Interface can be, for example, a Bluetooth interface or be an infrared interface.

According to one Another preferred embodiment, the playback device a power supply device, which in particular as a Battery or is designed as an accumulator. Preferably supplied the power supply device many or all devices of the playback device with electricity.

According to one Another preferred development, a photo device is provided, which has at least one photo-lens for taking a picture. Advantageously, the key according to the invention by the integration the photo device in addition to the motor vehicle-related functionalities and the functionality the playback of audio and / or image data on a photo function.

According to one Another preferred embodiment, the photo device is at least with the storage device for storing the captured image coupled. Thus, advantageously, the captured image stored and other devices, such as a computer, by means of the memory card or by means of the interface device to be provided.

According to one further preferred embodiment, a single housing is provided, which is the key device and picks up the player.

One particular advantage lies in the fact that the user only one lead single device with him which has both automotive-related functionalities as well also the functionality playing the entertainment media.

According to one Another preferred embodiment, a first housing with a first coupling element and a second housing with a second coupling element intended. The first case preferably takes the key device and the second housing preferably picks up the playback device. The two cases are mechanically coupled by means of the two coupling elements, wherein the two coupling elements engage in a coupling with each other. advantageously, can thus the key device and the playback device also be used separately.

The Invention will be described below with reference to the schematic figures specified embodiments explained in more detail. It demonstrate:

1 a schematic block diagram of a first embodiment of the key according to the invention;

2 a schematic block diagram of a second embodiment of the key according to the invention;

3 a schematic block diagram of a third embodiment of the key according to the invention;

4a a schematic block diagram of a preferred embodiment of the coupled with the playback device key according to the present invention;

4b a schematic block diagram of a preferred embodiment of the coupled with the key device playback device according to the present invention; and

5 a schematic block diagram of a preferred embodiment of the playback device of the playback device according to the present invention.

In All figures are the same or functionally identical elements and devices - provided nothing else is stated - with the same reference numerals have been provided.

In 1 is a schematic block diagram of a first embodiment of the mechanical and / or electronic key according to the invention 1 represented for a motor vehicle.

The mechanical and / or electronic key 1 has a key device 2 and a player 3 to play entertainment media M on. The playback device 3 includes a storage device 4 , a converter device 5 , and a playback device 6 , The storage device 4 stores at least one conversation file D. The entertainment file D is preferably embodied as an audio file or as an image file or as a video file. For example, the audio file is formatted in an MP3 format. For example, the video file may be formatted in an MPEG format and the image file may be formatted in a JPEG format, for example.

The converter device 5 converts the stored entertainment file D into a playable entertainment medium M. The playable entertainment medium M is preferably formed as an audio piece or song piece, or as a video film or an image according to the stored entertainment file D.

Next assigns the key 1 preferably a neck strap (not shown) on, so that the user the key 1 can also wear around the neck.

2 shows a schematic block diagram of a second embodiment of the key according to the invention 1 , The key according to the invention 1 has the key device 2 as well as the playback device 3 with the features according to 1 on.

In particular, the playback device 3 an operating device 7 on, by means of which a user at least one control command S1, S2 for controlling the storage device 4 and / or the playback device 6 enters and which the storage device 4 and / or controls the playback device. The operating device 7 preferably has one or more function keys 8a . 8b . 8c on which the user can enter the control commands S1, S2. The function keys 8a . 8b . 8c are with the control device 9 coupled. The control device 9 receives the input from the user control commands S1, S2 and controls by means of this Speicherervor direction 4 and / or the playback device 6 , To input the control commands S1, S2, the operating device 7 also a voice input device (not shown), which includes at least a microphone and a voice recognition. The speech recognition can, for example, in the control device 9 be integrated.

Preferably, the storage device 4 a read / write memory (not shown) and / or a card slot (not shown) into which a memory card (not shown) is plugged.

The playback device 3 furthermore preferably has an interface device 18 on, by means of which data, in particular the entertainment files D, in the storage device 4 written and out of the storage device 4 can be read out. The interface device 18 has in particular a USB interface and / or a Firewire interface and / or a wireless interface.

Furthermore, the playback device 3 a power supply device 19 which is designed in particular as a battery or as an accumulator. The accumulator can be externally charged, in particular, by means of a further interface device (not shown). The power supply device 19 advantageously ensures that the playback device 3 from the key device 2 electrically completely decoupled.

Furthermore, the mechanical and / or electronic key according to the invention 1 a photo device 20 on which at least one photo lens 21 for capturing an image B. This is the Fotovor direction 20 at least with the storage device 4 coupled to store the captured image B.

According to the embodiment according to 2 assigns the key 1 a single case 22 on, that's the key device 2 and the player 3 receives.

The key device 2 preferably has a key bit 10 and / or an electronic central locking function 11 and / or an electronic immobilizer function 12 and / or an electronic ignition function 13 on. In particular, the electronic central locking function 11 , the electronic immobilizer function 12 and the electronic ignition function 13 with a transceiver 28 coupled, which provides a wireless connection to the motor vehicle. In particular, the key bit is 10 in the case 22 the key can be folded. For this purpose, the key device 2 a recording device 27 on which the key-beard 10 in a folded state absorbs.

In 3 is a schematic block diagram of a third embodiment of the key according to the invention 1 shown. The third embodiment according to 3 differs from the second embodiment 2 according to 2 in particular, that not a single housing is provided, which is the key device 2 and the player 3 but that both for the key device 2 as well as for the playback device 3 a separate housing 23 . 25 is provided.

A first housing 23 is with a first coupling element 24 provide and take the key device 2 on. A second housing 25 is with a second coupling element 26 provided and takes the player 3 on. The two housings 23 . 25 are by means of the two coupling elements 24 . 26 mechanically coupled. 3 shows the coupled state of the two coupling elements 24 . 26 , In particular, the two coupling elements engage 24 . 26 in the coupling into each other. For the two corresponding coupling elements 24 . 26 are any embodiments conceivable. For example, the coupling elements 24 . 26 be designed as clips or plug-in elements.

The 4a and 4b show the mechanical and / or electronic key 1 according to the 3 in the uncoupled state. It shows 4a a schematic block diagram of the with the playback device 3 lockable key device 2 , Accordingly, the shows 4b a schematic block diagram of the with the key device 2 dockable playback device 3 ,

In 5 FIG. 12 is a schematic block diagram of a preferred embodiment of the playback apparatus. FIG 6 the storage device 3 represented according to the present invention. The playback device 6 preferably has a speaker 14 and / or a display 15 or a monitor, in particular for displaying and reproducing photos or videos, and / or a socket 16 on. In the socket 16 is for example a headphone 17 or an external speaker (not shown) or a connection cable (not shown) for connection to an infotainment system of the motor vehicle inserted. For reasons of space savings, the display can 15 also be designed as a fold-in and fold-out display.

Even though the present invention described above with reference to the preferred embodiments it is not limited to that, but in many ways and modifiable. So it is conceivable, for example, in the Playback device multiple displays, one display image data, like photos or videos, and a second display control information or integrate multiple storage devices.

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Claims (17)

Mechanical and / or electronic key ( 1 ) for a motor vehicle comprising: (a) a key device ( 2 ) which at least opens and closes the motor vehicle and / or actuates an ignition of the motor vehicle, and (b) a playback device ( 3 ) for playing entertainment media (M), comprising: (b1) a storage device ( 4 ), which stores at least one conversation file (D), (b2) with a conversion device ( 5 ), which converts the stored entertainment file (D) into a playable entertainment medium (M), and (b3) with a playback device ( 6 ) representing the playable entertainment medium (M). Key according to claim 1, characterized in that the playback device ( 3 ) an operating device ( 7 ) by means of which at least one control command (S1, S2) for controlling the memory device ( 4 ) and / or the playback device ( 6 ) and which the memory device ( 4 ) and / or the playback device ( 6 ) controls. Key according to claim 2, characterized in that the operating device ( 7 ) at least one function key ( 8a . 8b . 8c ), via which at least one control command (S1, S2) is input, and with the function key ( 8a . 8b . 8c ) coupled control device ( 9 ) which receives the input control command (S1, S2) and by means of the received control command (S1, S2) the memory device ( 4 ) and / or the playback device ( 6 ) controls. Key according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the key device ( 2 ) a key bit ( 10 ) and / or an electronic central locking function ( 11 ) and / or an electronic immobilizer function ( 12 ) and / or an electronic ignition function ( 13 ) having. Key according to claim 4, characterized in that the key bit ( 10 ) in a housing of the key ( 1 ) is foldable. Key according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the storage device ( 4 ) has a read / write memory and / or a card slot, in which a memory card is inserted, has. key according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the conversation file (D) as an audio file or as an image file or is designed as a video file, the audio file in particular is formatted in an MP3 format, and the entertainment medium (M) as an audio piece or formed as a video film or as an image. Key according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the reproducing device ( 6 ) a loudspeaker cher ( 14 ) and / or a display ( 15 ) and / or a female connector ( 16 ) into which a headphone ( 17 ) or an external speaker or a connection cable for connection to an infotainment system of the motor vehicle is inserted. Key according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the playback device ( 3 ) an interface device ( 18 ), by means of which data, in particular the entertainment file (D), into the storage device ( 4 ) and from the storage device ( 4 ). Key according to claim 9, characterized in that the interface device ( 18 ) has a USB interface and / or a Firewire interface and / or a wireless interface, which is designed in particular as a Bluetooth interface or an infrared interface. Key according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the playback device ( 3 ) a power supply device ( 19 ), which is designed in particular as a battery or as an accumulator. Key according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that a photographic device ( 20 ) is provided, which at least one photo lens ( 21 ) for taking an image (B). Key according to claim 12, characterized in that the photographic device ( 20 ) at least with the storage device ( 4 ) is coupled to store the captured image (B). Key according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that a single housing ( 22 ) is provided, which the key device ( 2 ) and the playback device ( 3 ). Key according to one or more of claims 1 to 13, characterized in that a first housing ( 23 ) with a first coupling element ( 24 ) and a second housing ( 25 ) with a second coupling element ( 26 ) are provided, wherein the first housing ( 23 ) the key device ( 2 ), the second housing ( 25 ) the playback device ( 3 ) and the two housings ( 23 . 25 ) by means of the two coupling elements ( 24 . 26 ) are mechanically coupled, wherein the two coupling elements ( 24 . 26 ) engage in a coupling in one another. Mechanical and / or electronic key ( 1 ) for a motor vehicle comprising: (a) a key device ( 2 ) which at least opens and closes the motor vehicle and / or actuates an ignition of the motor vehicle; (b) a first housing ( 23 ), which at least the key device ( 2 ) receives; and (c) a first coupling element ( 24 ), which on the first housing ( 23 ) is arranged and with a second coupling element ( 26 ) which can be coupled to a second housing ( 25 ), which is a playback device ( 3 ) for playing entertainment media (M). Playback device ( 3 ) for playing entertainment media (M) with: (a) a storage device ( 4 ) storing at least one conversation file (D); (b) a converter device ( 5 ) which converts the stored entertainment file (D) into a playable entertainment medium (M); (c) a playback device ( 6 ) representing the playable entertainment medium (M); (d) a second housing ( 25 ), which at least the playback device ( 3 ) receives; and (e) a second coupling element ( 26 ), which on the second housing ( 25 ) is arranged and with a first coupling element ( 24 ) which can be coupled to a first housing ( 23 ), which is a mechanical and / or electronic key device ( 2 ) for opening and closing a motor vehicle and / or for actuating an ignition of the motor vehicle receives.