JP2007170688A - Module type display/control unit - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a module type display/control unit capable of being easily demounted from a temperature/humidity adjusting device, and being easily mounted on the adjusting device. <P>SOLUTION: This module-type display/control unit is mounted on an electric device. The display/control unit has a control module, a sensing module, a display module, a first connection interface, a second connection interface and a mounting tool. The display/control unit can be demounted from the electric device to be cleaned, maintained or repaired. After the display/control unit is demounted, a substitute can be attached to the electric device to keep continuous use of the electric device without interrupting the use of the electric device. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to an adjusting device for temperature or humidity, and more particularly to an adjusting device having a modular display / control unit.

  In humid environments, atmospheric moisture causes damage to metals and electronic components such as oxidation, rust or mold. In the electronics industry, the moisture must be precisely controlled to ensure the quality of the manufactured electronic product. Manufacturing methods with a high degree of precision rely on precise control of environmental conditions. For this reason, humidity control devices are widely used in electronic product factories.

  The humidity adjusting device mainly includes a display device, a sensor, and a temperature or humidity control device. The sensor collects data of ambient environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. The controller determines whether to adjust the current environmental conditions after comparing the data with a set value. The data is displayed on the display device. In most temperature or humidity control devices, the display and control device is usually an integral part and cannot be removed. In the event of a malfunction in the adjustment device parts such as the sensor or the display device, a maintenance operator must move the entire adjustment device from the factory for repair. If the repair is not completed immediately, the factory will continue to be unable to use the adjusting device, causing damage during the manufacturing process.

  An object of the present invention is a modular display / control unit that can be attached to a temperature and humidity adjusting device, and can be easily detached from the adjusting device and can be easily attached to the adjusting device. It is to provide an expression display and control unit.

  Further, when the modular display / control unit is removed from the adjustment device for repair, the adjustment device is continuously moved without moving the adjustment device from the factory or interrupting the use of the adjustment device. In order to maintain proper use, an alternative can be attached in place of the original display / control unit.

  The display / control unit is attached to an electric device, and includes a control module, a sensing module, a display module, a first connection interface, a second connection interface, and a fixture.

  The control module sets operating parameters for adjusting environmental conditions to desired values. The sensing module monitors the state of the surrounding environment. The display module displays a state of the environment sensed by the sensing module. The first connection interface functions as a data transmission interface connected to the data collection device. The second connection interface is connected to the electrical device. The display / control unit is attached to the electric device by the fixture.

  The features and arrangements of the present invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

  As shown in FIGS. 1 and 3, a modular display and control unit 10 according to the present invention is attached to an electrical device 70 for displaying and monitoring environmental parameters adjusted by the electrical device 70. The display / control unit 10 includes a display module 20, a control module 30, and a first connection interface 40. The display module 20 includes a temperature display device and a humidity display device. When other environmental parameters are displayed and / or monitored by the electrical device 70, the display module 20 can be changed as appropriate by adding other types of display devices. For example, when monitoring gas concentration and dust concentration, an additional display device for gas concentration and dust concentration is attached. The control module 30 is used to set desired environmental parameters to control environmental conditions. The first connection interface 40 functions as an interface for data transmission and control that connects the display / control unit 10 to a device (not shown) for data collection and processing. The apparatus for collecting and processing the data can be a computer.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the rear surface of the display / control unit 10 includes a second connection interface 42, a fixture 50, and a sensing module 55. The sensing module 55 includes a plurality of sensors that sense temperature and humidity. The second connection interface 42 connects the display / control unit 10 to the electric device 70. The display / control unit 10 is attached to the electric device 70 by a fixture 50 such as a pair of protrusions 50b shown in FIG.

  The fixture 50 may be a screw-type component 50d shown in FIGS. 4A and 4B or a magnet-type connection component (not shown). In the illustrated example, the display module 20 is an LED display or an LCD display. The first and second connection interfaces 40 and 42 are an RS-232 interface or a USB interface. The first connection interface 40 may be a wireless communication interface.

  As shown in FIG. 5, in the display / control unit 10 according to the present invention, the control module 61 is connected to the display module 60, the sensing module 62, the first connection interface 63 and the power supply module 65. An output device 66 is connected to the power supply module 65. A computer 64 is connected to the first connection interface 63. The sensing module 62 senses the temperature and humidity of the surrounding environment, and transmits the sensed temperature or humidity data to the control module 61. The control module 61 processes the data and outputs the actual temperature and humidity values displayed on the display module 60. The power supply module 65 is connected to an external power supply 67 in order to supply operating power to the control module 61 and the output device 66. Based on the difference between the set value of the environmental parameter and the sensed value, the control module 61 activates the output device 66 appropriately. The output device 66 is a humidifying device, a drying device, a heating device, or a cooling device. The control module 61 activates or deactivates the output device 66 so as to adjust the temperature and humidity of the surrounding environment. The sensing module 62 constantly monitors temperature and humidity conditions and transmits temperature and humidity data to the control module 61. The control module 61 starts or stops the output device 66 until a desired environmental condition is satisfied. The external computer 64 is connected to the temperature and humidity data of the control module 61 via the first connection interface 63, and the operator controls the environmental conditions.

  The display module 60, the control module 61, the sensing module 62, and the first connection interface 63 are all integrated so as to form the display / control unit 10. The control module 61 includes a setting unit for setting desired temperature and humidity values, and the display / control unit 10 has an interface connected to the control module 61 and the power supply module 65.

  The display / control unit 10 senses the temperature and humidity of the surrounding environment, and controls the output device 66 to adjust the temperature and humidity. The display / control unit 10 is connected to an external computer 64, and outputs collected data to the computer 64. The display / control unit 10 is attached to the humidity control device so as to control the power supply module 65 of the humidity control device, and activates the output device 66 (humidification device, drying device, heating device or cooling device) or Adjust temperature or humidity by stopping. Furthermore, the display / control unit 10 and the power supply module 65 can be combined. The combination of the display / control unit 10 and the power supply module 65 is applied to an external humidifier, an external drying device, an external heating device, or an external cooling device that adjusts the temperature or humidity in a closed space. Connected.

  In the example shown in FIG. 6, the electric device 70 is a storage device capable of adjusting temperature or humidity, such as a moisture-proof box or cabinet. The display / control unit 10 is mounted in the storage device to display and adjust the temperature or humidity, and is connected to the power supply module of the storage device. The display / control unit 10 can be removed from the storage device for repair, and the storage device is provided with another display / control unit in order to maintain the normal use state of the storage device. Can be attached.

  In the example shown in FIG. 7A, the display / control unit 10 is attached to an electric device such as a power supply module 72. The power supply module 72 is electrically connected by a wiring 80 to an external temperature or humidity adjusting device 74 that adjusts the temperature or humidity in the closed space. The temperature or humidity adjusting device 74 is a humidifying device, a drying device, a heating device, or a cooling device. When monitoring and controlling different environmental parameters, the temperature or humidity regulator 74 can be changed to a different type of device, such as a gas concentration or dust concentration controller.

  When the display / control unit 10 is attached to the power supply module 72, as shown in FIG. 7B, the sensing region 57 having the sensing module 55 (shown in FIG. 2) is exposed so as to sense temperature, humidity, and the like. is doing. The power supply module 72 has an input terminal 80a and a plurality of output terminals 80b and 80c. Input terminal 80a is connected to an external power source to accept an AC power source. Each output terminal 80b, 80c is connected to any of a humidifier, a drying device, a heating device, or a cooling device. The display / control unit 10 controls the power supply module 72 to start or stop the humidifying device, the drying device, the heating device, or the cooling device connected to the output terminals 80b and 80c. The display / control unit 10 can be easily detached from the power supply module 72 even by a user who has not undergone specialized training. When the sensor of the display / control unit 10 requires regular maintenance or repair, the user may remove the display / control unit 10 and send it back to the manufacturer. Meanwhile, an alternative is attached to the power supply module 72 so that the normal use state of the electrical device is maintained.

  According to the present invention, when the display / control unit 10 has to be removed from the electrical device for cleaning, maintenance or repair, an alternative can be easily attached to the electrical device, whereby the electrical device It is not necessary to remove the entire device, and the state where the electric device cannot be used does not occur.

  Although many features and advantages of the invention have been described above with details of the structure and function of the invention, the disclosure is illustrative only. Changes may be made in details, particularly in terms of shape, size and arrangement of parts, within the scope of the principles of the invention as indicated by the general broad meaning of the words expressed in the claims.

1 is a front perspective view of a modular display / control unit according to the present invention. FIG. FIG. 2 is a rear perspective view of the modular display / control unit of FIG. 1. FIG. 3 is a partial plan view when the modular display / control unit according to the present invention is attached to an electric device. FIG. 6 is a partial plan view when a modular display / control unit according to another embodiment of the present invention is attached to an electric device. 4B is a partial plan view of the modular display / control unit of FIG. 4A attached to an electrical device. FIG. 1 is a system configuration diagram of a modular display / control unit according to the present invention. FIG. The perspective view when attaching the modular type display and control unit which concerns on this invention to an electric apparatus. The perspective view at the time of use of the modular display / control unit of FIG. FIG. 7B is a rear perspective view of the electrical device of FIG. 7A.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 Display / control unit 20, 60 Display module 30, 61 Control module 40, 63 1st connection interface 42 2nd connection interface 50 Attachment 55, 62 Sensing module 64 Computer 70 Electrical apparatus

Claims (4)

  A modular display / control unit attached to an electrical device, which has a setting unit for setting operating parameters to adjust the environmental conditions controlled by the electrical device, and senses the state of the environmental conditions A sensing module, a display module for displaying a state of an environmental condition sensed by the sensing module, a first connection interface as a data transmission interface connected to the data collection device, and a first connection interface connected to the electrical device. A modular display / control unit comprising two connection interfaces and a fixture for attaching the modular display / control unit to the electric device.   The modular display / control unit according to claim 1, wherein the electric device is a storage device capable of adjusting temperature and humidity.   The modular display / control unit according to claim 1, wherein the sensing module includes a plurality of sensors for sensing temperature and humidity, and the display module includes a temperature display device and a humidity display device. The modular display / control unit according to claim 1, wherein the data collection device is a computer.

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