JPH02209173A - Multi-function electronic golf scorer - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To display an advice message, a distance between holes and to process score data by storing data peculiar for a golf course to an IC card and electrically connecting the IC card to a golf scorer. CONSTITUTION:When an IC card 7 is used, a picture is composed of 37 pictures totally for an index picture, 18 hole topographical map pictures and 18 hole advice pictures. Then, the display data of the picture are stored to the IC card 7. When a user goes out to the course, the hole topographical map picture is displayed by pushing touch keys H and 1 and a start key 5C in a touch key group 6 and the user refers the picture. Then, the touch keys H and 1 and an advice key 5D are pushed as needed and the advice picture is displayed. After that, the advice message for the time of a shot is displayed. After all the scores of 18 holes are inputted, the picture is returned to the index picture and the score is computed by poket calculator mode and displayed. Then, a memory key 5E is pushed and score data are stored.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [Industrial Application Field 1] The present invention is portable, allows a golfer to write score data while playing, and displays it, and is applicable to a plurality of golf courses. Display of hole topographic map, distance between holes at each golf course, advice message for each hole, input of time required for each hole, input of time required for in and out, time of day, and four rules. Regarding a possible multifunctional electronic golf scorer.

[Prior Art] Conventionally, regarding an electronic golf scorer that replaces a scorecard, for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 62-94885, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 62-159674, or Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 63-29
As shown in Publication No. 671, electronic golf scorers have the ability to input and calculate scores during golf play, as well as display topographical maps of holes and distances between holes. ing. However, with the conventional electronic golf scorer mentioned above, the hole topographic map is displayed,
The screen display data for displaying various distances, etc., was unique to that golf course. Furthermore, when processing score data, it was necessary to connect the electronic golf scorer to a host device installed in the clubhouse.

[Problems to be Solved by the Invention] According to the above-mentioned conventional electronic golf scorer, the displayed golf course hole topographic map, inter-hole distance display, etc.
Because it is unique to that golf course, it cannot be used at other golf courses, and when processing score data, it must be connected to a host device installed in the clubhouse. Golf scorers have had the problem of lacking versatility.

Furthermore, since time-related input and display were not possible, there was a problem in that the play could not proceed smoothly.

Therefore, in the present invention, an IC card is configured to be removably connectable to an electronic golf scorer, and this
Store data unique to each golf course, such as hole topographic map display data and hole distance display data, for each golf course on the C card, and read each of the above data for that golf course from the IC card before playing. By transferring the data and storing it in memory, it is possible to display hole topographic maps of multiple golf courses, advice messages for each hole, and distances between holes, and score data can be stored without using a host device. By enabling processing, inputting and displaying the time required for each hole, in, out, etc., displaying the time, and performing four arithmetic operations, the electronic golf scorer has 1. Versatility. 2) Facilitates score data processing 3 Speeds up the progress of the play 4 Enables accurate evaluation of golfers 5 Effectively understands golfers' remaining time 6 Requirements for each hole, in, out, etc. The technical problem to be solved is to increase marketability by providing multifunctionality such as allowing course managers to use time as play management data.

[Means for Solving the Problems] The technical means for solving the above problems is to provide a multi-functional electronic golf scorer with a keyboard for operation, a graphic display for displaying letters, numbers, figures, etc., and a calculation and control system. It is equipped with a computer for use in the golf course, a memory for storing arithmetic control programs, input/output data, etc., and has a golf score ring function, a hole topographic map display function for each golf course, and a distance display function between holes at that golf course. , an advice message display function for each hole, a required time input display function for each hole, an in/out]-required time display function, a time display function, and an arithmetic operation function, and a An I that stores data for displaying hole topographical maps, distances between holes at the golf course, and advice message display data for each hole.
A C card is electrically connected to the IC card to enable data transfer between the IC card and the computer, and the same data is stored in the memory. In the state of not
The golf club is configured to have functions other than a hole topographic map display function for each golf course, a distance display function between holes of the golf course, and an advice message display function for each hole from each of the above functions. .

[Function 1] According to the multifunctional electronic golf scorer with the above configuration, the golf score needle ring function allows score data processing to be performed without the need for a host device, making it extremely easy to calculate the score and Stores topographic map display data, distance display data between holes at the golf course, and advice message display data for each hole It has the effect of becoming sexual. In addition, there is a function to input and display the required time for each hole,
The function of manually displaying the time required for playing and the time display function makes it possible to manage play time rationally and easily.

[Example] Next, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a perspective external view of a multifunctional electronic golf scorer 1 that is configured to be portable.

The multifunctional electronic golf scorer 1 includes a main body part 2 and a lid part 3.
The main body part 2 includes a graphic display device (dot matrix LCD) composed of a dot matrix LCD (liquid crystal) for displaying alphanumeric figures, etc.
Panel) 4 is installed. Furthermore, touch keys 5 (A to 1) and a touch key group 6 are attached to the lower side of the graphic display 4 and to the lid 3.

A connection port for connecting the IC card 7 to the electronic circuit of the main body section 2 is formed on the lower end surface of the main body section 2. By attaching the connection end of the IC card 7 to the connection port, the IC card 7 can be connected to the electronic circuit of the main body section 2.
Various data stored in the card 7, such as hole topographic map display data for each golf course, distance display data between holes of the golf course, and advice message display data for each hole, are stored in the main body 2. It is configured such that it can be transferred to a microcomputer 11, which will be described later.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 1, the IC card 7 is of the external type, in which the connecting end is attached to the connection port.
The whole body part 2. It may also be a retractable type. However, in this case, the thickness of the main body portion 2 increases.

The IC card 7 is preferably a mixed RAM and ROM type.
The ROM stores the hole topographic map display data, inter-hole distance display data, advice display data, etc.
AM stores score data and the like. In addition, as an application example, there is a method of storing hole topographic map display data and score data on separate IC cards, or dividing each golf course by region, popularity, etc., and storing data for several courses at once on one IC card. They may also be stored together.

The mode key 5A of the touch keys 5 is used to set the mode of the multi-function electronic golf scorer 1 to a clock mode for inputting and displaying various times, a clock mode for displaying the real time, a sieve mode, and a tap mode. This button is operated to switch between the ``La-Kata Medium'' mode and the ``Golf Scorer'' mode in which scores are entered during golf play and the display is skipped.

The total key 5B is operated during play to display the total score up to the present on an index screen, which will be described later.

The start key 50 is used to turn the microcomputer 11 into a run state (&), which is in a standby state after completing the initial ill settings for inputting scores or transferring data stored in the IC card 7. Be manipulated.

The advice key 5D is operated to display an advice screen for each hole on the advice message data for each hole stored in the IC card 7.

The memory key 5F is operated to store the inputted score data of each player in the memory.

The key 5F attached to the lid part 3 is "=" in the telegraph mode, and the key 1c7 in the golf scorer mode.
The data stored in the J-door is stored in microcomputer 1, which will be described later.
This is a switch that is operated to transfer the data to 1.

The clear key 5G is operated in common to all modes to clear input data and the like.

The input key 5H is operated when pressing each key of the touch key group 6 to input settings and input the set data into the microcomputer 11.

The key 5I is a power switch operated to turn on or off a power circuit whose main power source is a battery built into the main body 2.

Further, each of the touch key group 6 is operated when setting various input data.

FIG. 2 is an electronic circuit block diagram of the multifunctional electronic golf scorer 1.

The electronic circuit includes Microcombi 1, which forms the center of arithmetic control.
A main memory 12 consisting of a RAM, etc. is connected to the microcomputer 11 via a pass line.
Further, an LCD controller 13 for controlling the dot matrix of the graphic display 4 and an input/output interface (I10 controller) 14 are connected. Above LCD controller 1
3 is connected to a display local memory 15 for storing display data to be displayed on the graphic display 4, and an LCD driver 16 for driving the dot matrix of the graphic display 40.

The LCD driver 16 includes a graphic display 4.
is connected. Note that the LCD driver 16 uses a chip-on flexible board or a chip-on glass board in order to make the multifunctional electronic golf scorer compact.

In addition, input/output interface (I10 controller)
14, the IC card 7 and the touch key 5 (A
-1) and each key of the touch key group 6 (key panel) are connected.

Incidentally, since the main memory 12 needs to store the data transferred from the IC card 7, a memory with a relatively large capacity is used.

Next, an overview of the operation of the multifunctional electronic golf scorer 1 will be explained with reference to FIGS. 3, 4, and 5. Note that detailed setting operations using touch keys are omitted in the following description.

FIG. 3 shows the index screen when the IC card 7 is not connected to the main body 2. This index screen is displayed, for example, on the back of the touch key group 6.
This is displayed by pressing the input key 5 days after pressing D. On this index screen, the date (88, 10, 25), golf course name (TOYAMA G, C), and start time (8: 00) End time (16:00) Player name (Matsuzaki, Arai, Fukushima, Chiba) Set and input the handicap (HDC) of each player.

Next, by pressing O, Ll, and T of the touch key group 6, and then pressing the input key 5, the outscore screen shown in FIG. 4 is displayed. On this screen, the bar (PAR) for each hole and the handicap (HCP) representing the difficulty of each hole are set and input by operating the touch key group 6.

Further, by pressing I and N of the touch keys group 6 and then pressing the input key 5, the in-score screen shown in FIG. 5 is displayed. On this screen, the par (P) of each hole is displayed.
AR) and the handicap (HCP) are set and input by operating the touch keys 6.

Initial settings are completed by performing the above setting input operations at a clubhouse or the like.

Next, by pressing the start key 5C, the state enters the score entry state, and as shown in FIG.
After completing each of the nine holes, the player's score is entered. Then, the start time of 8:00 and the outhaul end time of 12:02 are input and displayed.

After completing the out hole, score the in hole between 10 and 18.
Each time a hole is completed, input is made for each player, and the start time and end time of the in are input, and the display is skipped.

When the score input for up to the 18th hole is completed, the screen returns to the index screen, and the score needle is rotated and displayed.

Incidentally, if necessary, the score data is stored in the main memory 12 using the memory key 5F.

Next, the operation when using the IC card 7 will be explained.

When using IC card 7, there are a total of 3 screens: the index screen in Figure 6, the hole topography map (18 holes) in Figure 7, and the advice screen (18 holes) in Figure 8.
It has a seven-screen configuration.

Display data for each screen is stored in the IC card 7.

First, as the first II setting, insert the IC card 7 into the connector (not shown) provided in the main body 2, and then press the transfer key 5F.
By pressing , various display data stored in the IC card 7 is transferred to the main memory 12. After completing this operation, the first 111I setting is completed by inputting the date, player name, and handicap, so set aside a large amount of IC cards 7 before going out on the course.

Once on the course, display the hole topography map (1 hole) shown in Figure 7 by pressing the H, 1 of the touch key group 6 and the start key 50, refer to this screen, and press the touch key H as necessary. , 1 and the advice key 5D to display the advice screen and display the advice message at the time of shot.

Each time the play of each hole is completed in the above manner,
The topographical map and advice screen for each hole are sequentially displayed, and the player takes a shot and inputs the score. If you want to see information about other holes, press the plus key (+) and minus key (-) to move the screen forward or backward.

After inputting the scores for all 18 holes, the screen is returned to the index screen, the score 11i1tI is calculated in the calculator mode, and this is displayed. At this time, the memory key 5E is pressed to store the score data, but each data is automatically converted and stored into the three screens described above when the IC card 7 is not used. This is to standardize the storage format of scores regardless of when the IC card 7 is not used or when it is used. Note that when displaying the current time, press T, 1. at the back of touch key group 6. When pressing M and E and mode key 5A, the real time is displayed on the index screen.

[Effects of the Invention 1] As described above, according to the present invention, an IC card can be detachably connected to an electronic golf scorer, and the IC card can store hole topographical map display data of each golf course, information between holes, etc. Data unique to each golf course, such as distance display data and advice display data for each hole, is stored, and when playing, by electrically connecting the IC card to the electronic golf scorer body, the golf course can be It is possible to display hole topographical maps, advice messages for each hole, and distance between holes, etc. Furthermore, it is possible to process score data without using a host device, and to display required information such as each hole, in, out, etc. By making it possible to input and display time, and also to display time and perform four arithmetic operations,
Electronic golf scorers (1) have versatility, (2) facilitate score data processing, (3) speed up the progress of play, (4) enable accurate evaluation of golfers, and (5) golfers. (6) The time required for each hole, in, out, etc. can be used as play management data by the course management system, making it multifunctional and increasing marketability. It has the effect of being able to

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

Figure 1 is an external perspective view of a multifunctional electronic golf scorer, Figure 2 is an electronic circuit block diagram, Figures 3, 4, and 5.
, FIG. 6, FIG. 7, and FIG. 8 are display screen diagrams showing respective examples of display screens. 1...Multifunctional electronic golf scorer 2...Body part 3...Lid part 4...Graphic display 5...Touch key 6...Touch key group 7...IC power unit 11... Microcomputer 12... Main memory 13... LCD controller 14... Input/output interface (110 controller 0-controller) 16... Shico driver

Claims (1)

[Claims] It is equipped with a keyboard for operation, a graphic display for displaying letters, numbers, figures, etc., a computer for calculation and control, and a memory for storing calculation control programs and input/output data, and has a golf score calculation function. Hole topographic map display function for each golf course, hole distance display function for that golf course, advice message display function for each hole, required time input display function for each hole, in/out required time input display function In addition to having a time display function and four arithmetic calculation functions, the golf course also has data for displaying a topographical map of holes for each golf course, displaying distances between holes of the golf course, and advice message display data for each hole. A stored IC card is electrically and removably connected to enable data transfer between the IC card and the computer, and the data is stored in the memory, while the IC card is not connected. In this case, the golf club is configured to have functions other than the hole topographic map display function for each golf course, the hole distance display function for the golf course, and the advice message display function for each hole from the above-mentioned respective functions. A multi-functional electronic golf scorer.