EP1720147A2 - Device and stand for multimedia presentation - Google Patents

Abstract

An arrangement for simultaneously presenting a static two dimensional representation and a moving two dimensional representation, comprises a carrier plate (2) with a window (3) and a removable transparent cover plate (5). The latter covers the outside of the carrier plate. The static representation is applied between the carrier plate and the cover plate, and the moving representation can be seen through the window.

Description

The invention relates to a device and a stand for multimedia presentation, in particular a device for simultaneous presentation of both a static two-dimensional representation and a moving two-dimensional representation and a stand for holding the device.

In particular, the retail sector, which is exposed to an ever more lively unfolding competition, is increasingly relying on the fast and comprehensive advice of the end user or the end user locally about the products and services offered. The end user or the end user, who must cope with ever more diverse product ranges and service offers, should hereby be given an orientation, so that he can make his purchase decision quickly and purposefully.

Furthermore, it is commercially available, e.g. Specialized stores, department stores, specialty stores or supermarkets, common selling practice that, in addition to the display of products or the provision of services in sales premises, the displayed products or the services offered are advertised in the sales premises. Frequently, the advertising of the products or the services is carried out so that the end user or the end user the respective advertising messages in picture and sound presented on site, when the end user or the end user in the sales premises, for example, facing certain products.

In particular, at trade fairs there is the need to inform fair visitors in an interesting, compact and catchy manner within the framework of a trade fair appearance. It is worthwhile here, when the trade fair visitor already has access to all important information and messages when visiting a trade fair stand, ie that all important information and messages are presented to him at the exhibition stand on site.

Furthermore, there is a need, especially in public places, to inform the public about certain processes, relationships, etc., such as the way of operating a car park. In the process, information can be presented to the public quickly and precisely.

On-site presentations are often of a multimedia nature, with particular presentation of static and / or moving images, which may be combined with static and / or moving logos. Furthermore, accompanying acoustics in the form of speech or music are frequently used in addition to present the information to the respective target group in an interesting, compact and catchy manner.

Technically multimedia presentation systems are realized, for example, by means of a TV-VCR combination, which is set up, for example, in a hardware store in front of a shelf that is equipped with certain goods. In this case, a stored on a videotone sonic short film is played by means of the VCR and shown by means of the TV to the interested customer, the short film is for example a commercial about these goods. In addition, for example, in addition to the TV-VCR combination advertising poster placed by means of which these goods are also advertised.

However, this raises the problem that the space required by the equipment used is large. Furthermore, a change in the information to be presented in, for example, changing the range of goods or other use of the equipment used is associated with extensive remodeling and retrofitting.

The object of the invention is to provide a device for simultaneous presentation of both a static two-dimensional representation as well as a moving two-dimensional representation and a stand for holding the device, the space requirement is low and the use can be accomplished flexibly, easily and inexpensively.

The inventive device for simultaneous presentation of a static two-dimensional representation and a moving two-dimensional representation comprises a support plate with a window and a removable transparent cover plate, which covers the outside of the support plate substantially completely. The static representation is attachable between the support plate and the cover plate and the moving view is visible from the outside through the window.

The device according to the invention has both a static and a moving two-dimensional representation, which can be generated by means of an active medium, for example a screen. By contrast, the static representation can be generated by means of a passive medium, for example an imprint, which as such does not require any operation. This ensures that in principle the presentation is accomplished both by means of the passive and the active medium, whereby via the static representation information to the viewer is mediated, even if the generation of the moving representation by the active medium, for example, is interrupted in time.

According to the invention, the outside of the carrier plate is substantially completely covered by the cover plate, whereby the window is also covered by the cover plate. Thus, both the support plate and the static and the moving display of external influences is protected, such as mechanical influences, such as scratches or shocks, and insensitive to damage and damage.

According to the invention, the cover plate is substantially transparent. As a result, both the static representation and the moving representation are visible from the outside.

Further, the cover plate according to the invention is removable from the support plate, and the static representation according to the invention between the support plate and the cover plate attachable. Thus, in principle, the static representation from the outside accessible when the cover plate is removed from the carrier plate. It is thereby achieved that for changing or replacing the static representation on site, for example when changing the information to be transmitted, the static representation can be made easily accessible when the cover plate is removed from the support plate, whereby a time-consuming and costly disassembly of the invention Device can be omitted from the site, changing or replacing the static representation in a place other than the site and re-mounting the device according to the invention at the site. Rather, a change or exchange of the static representation can be made on site.

The cover plate may be glued to the carrier plate, for example. Preferably, the cover plate is fastened by means of a releasable fastening means to the support plate, so that the cover plate is conveniently removable without the use of additional materials and / or tools on site and reattachable.

The peripheral edge of the cover plate may, for example, be flush with the peripheral edge of the carrier plate when the cover plate is attached to the carrier plate. Preferably, the peripheral edge of the cover plate is designed so that it protrudes beyond the peripheral edge of the support plate, so that the cover plate can be easily engaged behind the support plate for detachment from the peripheral edge.

In addition, the cover plate may have substantially the surface shape of the support plate, for example, the cover plate may be rectangular, if the support plate is also rectangular. It is preferred that the cover plate has an adapted to the local circumstances or shaped according to design aspects predetermined surface shape, for example, round, which is independent of the surface shape of the support plate, which is for example rectangular.

The static representation can be, for example, an imprint which is mounted on the carrier plate. Preferably, the static representation is a poster, the between the support plate and the cover plate can be inserted. Thus, alteration or replacement of the on-site static representation may be accomplished by removing the cover plate from the support plate, removing the already installed poster, inserting a new poster, and re-attaching the cover plate to the support plate. This offers the advantage that a change or replacement of the static representation on site can be carried out quickly, since no complex assembly activities are necessary. Furthermore, the cost of materials and thus the cost is low, since only the poster is replaced, which is usually made of a cheap material, such as paper or a plastic film. In this sense, just as advantageous is the static representation of a plate, for example, glass or plastic.

Alternatively, the static representation is provided on the cover plate in the manner of an imprint. In this case, when changing or exchanging the static representation on site, only the cover plate needs to be replaced, which in principle also results in the advantages described above.

The cover plate may be, for example, a glass sheet. Preferably, however, the cover plate is an acrylic glass pane. An acrylic sheet offers the advantage that it is inexpensive to buy and easy to work with.

The moving representation is preferably generated by a generating unit which has a playback device, a screen and a power supply unit. For example, the generating unit may be partially or completely housed outside the device. However, it is preferred that the generating unit can be completely integrated into the device. This is advantageous since the device according to the invention with fully integrated generation unit can be mounted, operated and operated independently of external technology, such as a PC, whereby a high degree of flexibility is achieved when using the device according to the invention.

By way of example, the device may have a plurality of carrier struts to which the playback device, the screen and the energy supply unit of the production unit are attached. However, the device preferably has a housing in which the generating unit can be accommodated. This advantageously ensures that the components of the generating unit (the player, the screen and the power supply unit) are protected to the outside and are insensitive to damage and contamination.

The screen may have a Braun tube. The screen is preferably an LCD monitor or an OLED monitor with / without touch-screen function. This offers the advantage that the device has a flat design, which is space-saving and lightweight. Furthermore, the image quality of the LCD monitor and the OLED monitor is good, that is, the image is flicker-free, equally sharp, anti-reflective and not distorted anywhere on the LCD monitor and the OLED monitor, with the LCD monitor and the OLED Monitor has a high luminosity and good contrast characteristics and low power consumption. Furthermore, the LCD monitor and the OLED monitor is advantageously low-radiation and environmentally friendly.

The player may be a video player. The player is preferably a CF card player, a DVD player, a Bluray player, an HD DVD player or a personal computer, the player preferably having a memory card or a hard disk. This offers the advantage that on the one hand space-saving digital storage media with high storage density can be used, such as a CF card or a DVD. In this case, files can be used that have a common file format, such as DVD, MPEG, MP3, JPG or any other known image file or video file format, the files with common software and hardware are easily generated and changed.

Furthermore, the playback device preferably has a loudspeaker with which an acoustic presentation is possible.

By way of example, the device may have an opening which can be closed by a pivotable cover, by means of which a CF card or a DVD can be fed to the playback device. Preferably, however, a slot is provided in the device, through which the CF card or the DVD can be supplied to the playback device. This is advantageous because the player can be equipped with storage media by simple handling, whereby the operation of the player is facilitated.

Preferably, the player is additionally equipped with an Internet-based wireless data feed system, whereby the player can be advantageously operated remotely via the Internet. The data feed system is preferably based on LAN, WLAN, WAN, PAN, USB, Wireless USB, IRDA or Bluetooth. Further, the players installed in a plurality of parallel-operated devices can be simultaneously driven.

The power supply unit is preferably a power supply with an external power cable that can be connected to a power supply, or a battery unit.

In addition, a camera, a selection device for manipulating the moving representation, for example a switch, or a motion detector can preferably be attached to the device.

Furthermore, the device is preferably provided with a means for storing goods. This means may be, for example, a plurality of compartments into which goods can be put into, advertised by means of the device, and from which these goods can be taken out by the public again, for example to look closely at or buy those goods.

The base according to the invention has a column and the device according to the invention, wherein the device according to the invention is attached to the column.

Since the stand according to the invention is as good as independent of the local conditions set up, the base can be easily transported away from a site and placed on another site, thereby ensuring that the device can be installed regardless of the circumstances at the site.

For example, the device may be firmly attached to the column. It is preferred that the device is height adjustable relative to the column. This is advantageous, since thus the arrangement of the device can be adapted to the spatial conditions on site according to, for example, ergonomic or aesthetic aspects.

The pedestal preferably has at least one slide rail which runs essentially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the column, the device being displaceably inserted into the slide rail. This offers the advantage that the device can be placed steplessly along the slide rail, resulting in a high degree of flexibility in the arrangement of the device.

In addition, other accessories, in particular brochure holder, can be used displaceably in the slide rail. This is advantageous since the viewer can be offered additional information carriers, in particular brochures, together with the simultaneous presentation of the static representation and the moving representation.

• Figur 1 eine Draufsicht einer ersten Ausführungsform der erfindungsgemäßen Vorrichtung,
• Figur 2 eine Schnittdarstellung der ersten Ausführungsform entlang der Linie A-A in Figur 1,
• Figur 3 eine Seitenansicht der ersten Ausführungsform,
• Figur 4 eine Draufsicht einer zweiten Ausführungsform der erfindungsgemäßen Vorrichtung,
• Figur 5 eine Vorderansicht eines erfindungsgemäßen Standfußes mit der Vorrichtung und einem Prospekthalter und
• Figur 6 eine Seitenansicht des Standfußes aus Figur 5.

In the following the invention will be explained with reference to a preferred embodiment with reference to the drawing. In the drawing show

• FIG. 1 shows a plan view of a first embodiment of the device according to the invention,
• FIG. 2 shows a sectional representation of the first embodiment along the line AA in FIG. 1,
• FIG. 3 shows a side view of the first embodiment,
• FIG. 4 shows a plan view of a second embodiment of the device according to the invention,
• Figure 5 is a front view of a stand according to the invention with the device and a brochure holder and
• FIG. 6 shows a side view of the base of FIG. 5.

As can be seen from FIGS. 1 and 2, a device 1 for multimedia presentation has a carrier plate 2 with a window 3 and a cover plate 5. The cover plate 5 is arranged on the support plate 2 such that the cover plate 5 completely covers the support plate 2. Further, the cover plate 5 is made of transparent material.

A static representation, which is to be presented by means of the device 1, for example as part of an on-site application of products in a commercial enterprise, may be inserted between the support plate 2 and the cover plate 5. The static representation may be, for example, a printed poster whose outer edge coincides with that of the cover plate 5, wherein in the poster a cutout is provided, which is dimensioned and arranged so that the window 3 is not covered by the poster when the poster between the support plate 2 and the cover plate 5 is inserted. The poster should be printed on the side facing the cover plate 5, when the poster between the support plate 2 and the cover plate 5 is inserted.

In addition, a moving representation should be arranged directly opposite to the window 3 of the cover plate 5 for this on-site application. Usually, the moving image is generated by means of a screen which is located on the support plate 2 beyond the cover plate 5, the outer edge of the window 3 substantially coinciding with the outer edge of the image surface of the screen.

Since the cover plate 5 is transparent, both the poster and the image surface can be viewed by an observer looking at the cover plate 5. By having the image surface arranged on the window 3, the viewer takes the moving image shown by the screen simultaneously with the static image shown by the poster, thereby achieving the multimedia character of the presentation of the two representations.

The poster, i. the static representation can always be perceived by the viewer without the need for additional equipment. This is different in the case of the moving display, since the display must be operated accordingly for its display. If the operation of the screen e.g. be temporally interrupted and no image on the image area, i. moving representation, be recognizable, so the viewer is still presented the static representation. It is thereby achieved that even at e.g. an operational failure of the screen of the viewer is still supplied with advertising information on site, namely by means of the static representation.

The outside of the support plate 2 and the window 3 are covered by the cover plate 5. Thus, both the support plate 2 and the poster and the screen are protected from external influences, such as mechanical influences, such as scratches or shocks, and insensitive to damage and damage.

As further seen from Figures 1 and 2, the device 1 at the outer edge of the support plate 2 on six bolts 6, which are firmly embedded in the support plate 2. At the corresponding points of the support plate 5 six holes are provided to the bolt 6, so that when the cover plate 5 is attached to the support plate, the bolts 6 are in engagement with the associated holes and thereby hold the cover 5 to the support plate 5. The bolts 6 and the associated holes are designed such that the bolt-hole connections are detachable and the cover plate is detachable from the support plate manually.

As is apparent from Figure 2, the cover plate 5 is designed and placed on the support plate 2, that the peripheral edge of the cover plate 5 projects beyond the peripheral edge of the support plate 2 around, so that from the cover plate 5 at its peripheral edge a ring 13 is formed , The rim 13 can be used for manual removal of the cover plate 5 of the support plate 2 under release of the bolt-hole connections as a handle, the collar 13 can be easily engaged behind. Since the ring 13 protrudes from the cover plate 2 and thus does not cover the support plate 2, the course of the peripheral edge of the cover plate 5 does not need to be adapted to the course of the peripheral edge of the support plate 2 and may be designed according to, for example, aesthetic aspects. This offers the possibility to match the external dimensions of the cover plate 5 and thus of the device 1 with the conditions on site and thereby to optimize the external appearance of the device 1.

If the poster is mounted between the support plate 2 and the cover plate 5, it can easily be made accessible, e.g. if the poster is to be replaced or if the poster should be provided with handwritten additions when the cover plate 5 is removed from the support plate 2. Thus, no complicated installation activities are necessary to make the poster available.

As can be seen from FIGS. 2 and 3, the device 1 has a cuboidal housing 13. One of the large sides of the housing 13 is formed by the carrier plate 2. The housing 13 is designed such that the screen, a screen supplying data to the player and a screen and the player with Energy supplying power supply unit can be accommodated in the housing. This offers the advantage that the device 1 can be operated and operated independently of external technology with regard to the generation of the moving image, whereby a high degree of flexibility is achieved when using the device 1. Further, since all the necessary apparatuses for generating the moving image (the player, the screen and the power supply unit) are integrable within the housing 13, they are effectively protected against mechanical damage and contamination when installed in the housing 13.

For the screen, an LCD monitor is to be used, which has a flat design, so that the housing 13 is also constructed correspondingly flat, whereby the device 1 is space-saving.

For the player, a CF card player is used, to which a CF card 11 is to be supplied for operation. For this purpose, the housing 13 is equipped with a slot 4, which is arranged such that the CF card player, the CF card 11 can be supplied from the outside through the slot 4, whereby the handling of the CF card player is facilitated.

As can be seen from FIG. 4, a further embodiment according to the invention has the carrier plate 2, the cover plate 5, the window 3 and the fastening means 6 like the embodiment according to FIGS. 1 to 3. However, the embodiment according to FIG. 4 additionally has two fan elements 14 attached to it as a lateral extension of the carrier plate 2. The fan elements 14 each have three superimposed compartments 15, in which, for example, advertised by means of the inventive device 1 goods can be placed. The audience can then take them out of the subjects 15 for closer inspection of these goods and possibly cover again. The compartments 15 can also be set up in such a way that a product once taken out of one of the compartments 15 by the audience does not return to this compartment 15 can be returned, so that this product is available to the public directly for sale.

As can be seen from FIGS. 5 and 6, a base 7 has a column 8 which is provided with two slide rails 9 which are arranged parallel to their longitudinal axis and are arranged at a distance from each other. The device 1 is inserted into the slide rails 9, wherein the connection between the device 1 and the slide rails 9 is designed such that the device 1 relative to the column 8 is infinitely adjustable in height.

The base 7 can be set up as well as independent of the conditions on site, whereby the placement of the device 1 is flexible on site. That is, the stand 7 with the device 1 can be easily transported away from a site and placed on another site, without having to pay attention to mounting options for the device 1.

In addition, the stepless height adjustment of the device 1 relative to the column 8 offers the advantage that the arrangement of the device 1 can be adapted to the spatial conditions on site according to, for example, ergonomic or aesthetic aspects.

As can also be seen from FIGS. 5 and 6, a brochure holder 10 is inserted into the slide rails 9. Also this is like the device 1 relative to the column 8 infinitely height adjustable. With the help of the brochure holder 10 prospectuses can be offered to the viewer together with the simultaneous presentation of the static representation and the moving presentation.

Claims (20)

A device (1) for simultaneously presenting a static two-dimensional representation and a moving two-dimensional representation, comprising a support plate (2) having a window (3) and a removable substantially transparent cover plate (5) substantially surrounding the outside of the support plate (2) completely covering, wherein the static representation between the support plate (2) and the cover plate (5) is attachable and the moving view from the outside through the window (3) is visible. Device (1) according to claim 1, wherein the cover plate (5) by means of releasable fastening means (6) on the support plate (2) is fixed. Device (1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the cover plate (5) projects beyond the peripheral edge of the carrier plate (2). Device (1) according to claim 3, wherein the cover plate (5) has a predetermined surface shape, which is independent of the surface shape of the support plate (2). Device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the static representation of a poster preferably made of paper or a plastic film which is inserted between the support plate (2) and the cover plate (5), or a plate is preferably made of glass or plastic, the between the support plate (2) and the cover plate (5) can be inserted, or an imprint on the cover plate (5). Device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the cover plate (5) is an acrylic glass pane. Device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the moving representation can be generated by a generating unit having a player, a screen and a power supply unit, wherein the generating unit is completely integrated into the device (1). Device (1) according to claim 7, wherein the device (1) comprises a housing (12) in which the generating unit can be accommodated. Device (1) according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the screen is an LCD monitor with / without touch screen function or an OLED monitor with / without touch screen function. Device (1) according to one of claims 7 to 9, wherein the playback device is a CF card player, a DVD player, a Bluray player, a HD DVD player or a personal computer, wherein the player is preferably a memory card or a hard disk. Apparatus (1) according to any one of claims 7 to 10, wherein the player comprises a loudspeaker. Device (1) according to claim 10 or 11, wherein the device (1) has a slot (4) through which a CF card or a DVD can be fed to the playback device. Device (1) according to one of claims 7 to 12, wherein the playback device has an Internet-based wireless data feed system, which is preferably based on LAN, WLAN, WAN, PAN, USB, Wireless USB, IRDA or Bluetooth. Device (1) according to one of claims 7 to 13, wherein the power supply unit is a power supply unit with an external power cable or a battery unit. Device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein a camera, a selection device for manipulating the moving image or a motion detector can be attached to the device (1). Device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the device (1) is provided with a means for storing goods, in particular compartments. Stand having a column (8) and the device (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the device (1) is mounted on the column (8). Stand (7) according to claim 17, wherein the device (1) is height-adjustable relative to the column (8). Stand (7) according to claim 17 or 18, wherein the column (8) has a substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the column extending slide rail (9) into which the device (1) is slidably inserted. Stand (7) according to claim 19, wherein accessories, in particular a brochure holder (10), in the slide rail (9) is slidably inserted.

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