JPS63200187A - Message display device - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] This bulletin contains application data before electronic filing, so abstract data is not recorded.

Description

[Detailed Description of the Invention] [Field of Industrial Application] The present invention provides a message display having display screens on both sides, each of which opens at an independent angle, and a panel below which houses a display control unit. Regarding equipment.

[Conventional technology]

In advertising displays, etc., specific content can be displayed by using neon lamps configured in the shape of the display, or by illuminating a signboard depicting the content such as text, characters, figures, etc. to be displayed using floodlights, etc. There is something. In addition, for stand-type lamps that can be placed on roads, etc., the lamp is housed in a box-shaped case made of transparent or semi-transparent material such as glass or plastic, and the display contents are drawn and displayed on the surface of the case. In some cases, a plurality of lamps are arranged in accordance with the displayed content, and the lamps are displayed by blinking.

[Problem that the invention seeks to solve]

However, the above-mentioned lamps that generally use lamps consume a large amount of power due to heat loss, which poses a problem in terms of energy saving. Further, since lamps generate heat and deteriorate as they are used, it is necessary to take precautions against dangers such as fire. Moreover, the lamp has a long lifespan. Furthermore, if you want to change the display content, it is necessary to recreate a new one because the shape of neon lamps cannot be changed, and even for devices other than neon lamps, it is necessary to rewrite the display content. . Therefore, with conventional displays such as those mentioned above, it is not possible to easily change the displayed content.
The cost of changing display content increases.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a message display device in which display contents can be easily changed.

[Means for solving problems]

To this end, the message display device of the present invention is a message display device that has display screens on both sides, each screen opening at an independent angle, and a panel that houses a display control unit below the screen. , a pattern storage memory for storing display patterns, an input means for inputting display pattern selection and other data and commands, a buffer for holding display control information, a display pattern selection based on the display control information and specified data on the screen. The present invention is characterized by comprising display control means for displaying overlapping images, and analysis control means for analyzing input information from the input means, holding the display control information in a buffer, and controlling the display control means.

[Effect]

In the message display device of the present invention, the input information of the input means is analyzed and the display control information held in the buffer is rewritten by the analysis control means, so that the display contents can be freely changed by simply selecting the display pattern stored in the pattern storage memory. can be changed, and data such as price can be entered in a specified range within the display pattern. Therefore, by replacing the pattern storage memory according to the type of business in which the message display device is used, various displays can be performed according to the requirements.

〔Example〕

Examples will be described below with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a diagram showing one embodiment of the system configuration of a message display device according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining an example of display pattern selection processing, and FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining an example of display data input processing. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of a series of operations for setting the display order and setting the message code, and FIG. 5 is a diagram for explaining an example of the flow of processing by the analysis control unit. .

In FIG. 1, 1 is a pattern storage section, 2 is a display control section, 3 is a display buffer, 4 is a display section, and 5 is! An X9L buffer, 6 an analysis control section, and 7 a human power section.

First, each component block will be explained. For example, the pattern storage unit 1 stores message display patterns for each type of gasoline if the device is for a gas station, message display patterns for lunch menus, etc. if the device is for a drive-in, and other suggestion information. It stores display patterns including various messages such as messages and notification information.

The editing buffer 5 stores display control information such as the display pattern, the display order thereof, and if there is data such as price written in the display pattern. The analysis control section 6 analyzes the input information from the input section 6, rewrites the display control information in the editing buffer 5, and controls the display control section 2. Under the control of the analysis control unit 6, the display control unit 2 displays the display control information and display pattern stored in the editing buffer 5 according to the instructions if the display content is in w1s mode, and if it is in the normal display mode. Display patterns are read from the pattern storage section 1 in accordance with the specified display order with reference to the display control information stored in the editing buffer 5, and control processing for writing and displaying predetermined data is performed. In this way, the display control unit 2
The contents displayed are stored in the display buffer 3 and displayed on the display screen of the display unit 4.

FIGS. 2 and 3 show input contents and display examples in the edit mode. Here, the input unit 7 is assumed to have only a numeric keypad consisting of rOJ to "9", #, and *, similar to a key telephone. And the number keys from rOJ to "9" are for price, score, display file fish, and message code P.
Used for inputting kL (display pattern), etc., and the # key is used as the price input mode key when a message is being displayed.
If data is being input, the * key is used as a decision key. If a message is being displayed, the * key is used as a display file designation key, and if data is being input, it is used as an interrupt key or end key. The definition of such a key is set in advance by the analysis control unit 6, and the key is analyzed and processed by the analysis control unit 6 when the key is available according to the setting. Therefore, it is not necessarily limited to the above definition, Of course, various definitions can be made for each key and for combination input using a plurality of keys.

As shown above (assuming that the numeric keypad is defined), press the * key to set the display order.
, . . . and are stored in the editing buffer 5. Then, by repeatedly pressing the * key, this display order pattern is read out from the editing buffer 5 by the display control unit 2, and the screen of the display unit 4 is sequentially displayed in display order 1, display order 2, etc. through the display buffer 3. Updated. Also, if you press the * key and then the numeric key,
You can also read out the display order of the numerical values. this is,*
This becomes possible by defining in the analysis control unit 6 that the numerical key after the key specifies the display order. Therefore, the case where the message code number is specified in display order 2 will be explained. In this case, the operator refers to the correspondence table between message display patterns and message code magnets stored in the pattern storage section 1 and selects the code pattern corresponding to the desired message display pattern. First, the second
Assume that the display order 2-0 is displayed as shown at the bottom left end of FIG. At this time, 00 is displayed on the monitor.

To specify message code magnetic 2 here, press numeric keys 0-2. Then, the screen display order 2-0 changes to display order 2-2, and the monitor display also changes to 02. When the # key is pressed after confirming this display, the display 2 on the screen corresponding to the message code 2 flashes once and is held in the editing buffer 5. Similarly, message code block 3
FIG. 2(b) shows an example of specifying. When a plurality of message code magnets are specified in the display order 2 in this manner, they are registered in the editing buffer 5. Therefore, in the message display mode, the display control section 2 reads the display pattern from the pattern storage section 1 according to the registration, and displays it on the screen of the display section 4 through the display buffer 3.

Also, if you want to set the price in the message, for example, as shown in Figure 3 ■, when "Lead-free R ¥" is displayed on the screen, press the # key and enter the price ro 105J, and then # again. Press the key. In other words, according to the definition of the # key mentioned above, if a message is being displayed, the mode will be entered into price input mode, and if the key is pressed again after entering a numerical value, price determination processing will be performed, and the price will be stored in the editing buffer 5 as the message code. Linked and registered.

Incidentally, the above-mentioned price setting may be performed in advance for the pattern storage section 1 for each message code magnet. In addition, as numerical data, if you want to display sports scores such as professional baseball in addition to prices, store the message display pattern in advance in the pattern storage section l, and change the message display pattern depending on the time of display. Just set the score.

Figure 4 shows the flow of ten key input, monitor display, and screen display when setting the display order and message code storm.

By pressing the * key or # key of the input unit 70 as described above, the analysis control unit 6 performs a predefined mode switching process, controls the display control unit 2, and displays the content corresponding to that mode. At the same time, the message code Arashi in each display order and the price data for each message are registered in the editing buffer 5. Then, in response to a message display mode command from the analysis control section 6, the display control section 2 refers to the editing buffer 5 and selects the display pattern of the message corresponding to the message code into the pattern storage section 1 according to the display order at that time. At the same time, numerical data such as price is superimposed and output to the display buffer 13 to be displayed on the screen of the display unit 4. Note that it is also possible to write directly to the turn storage section 1 superimposed on each display pattern and not to register it in the editing buffer 5.
In such a configuration, it is naturally necessary to increase the storage capacity of the pattern storage section 1.

FIG. 5 shows an example of the overall processing flow including the above processing. In the example of the processing flow shown in Figure 5, first, when the power is turned on and the system starts,
*a Check whether there is data such as registered message code magnets in each display order in the buffer 5. If there is data, it moves to display mode, processes the display data, and displays the message; if there is no data, it moves to edit mode, and inputs the message code Arashi and inputs prices, etc. (data). When the input processing is completed, the system waits for a display start command, shifts to display mode, and displays a message.

Further, when messages are repeatedly displayed according to the display order settings, if there is an instruction to change the display contents using the * key or # key, the display mode is canceled and the mode is shifted to the edit mode.

FIG. 6 is an external view showing one example of the input section 7, FIG. 7 is a front view showing one embodiment of the message display device according to the present invention, and FIG. 8 is a plan view of the message display device according to the present invention. In a certain figure, 11 is a monitor, 12 is a numeric keypad, 13 is a keyboard, 14 is a screen, 15 is a screen, 16 is a unit panel, 17 is an input part connection part, 18 is a caster, and a frame.

The input unit 7 shown in FIG. 1 can use a monitor 11 and a keyboard having a numeric keypad as shown in FIG.

The message display device according to the present invention consists of an upper screen 15 and a lower unit panel 16 as shown in FIG. 7. The unit panel 16 houses the display control unit shown in FIG. The keyboard 13 shown in FIG. 6 is connected to 17.

In the display control unit, if the memory corresponding to the pattern storage section 1 in FIG. 1 has a replaceable structure, a memory storing message display patterns for each type of industry is prepared, and the memory can be replaced depending on the type of use industry. It is possible to provide a wide variety of display contents depending on the industry. The screen 15 is double-sided and is attached to the frame with the left end in the figure rotatable by a hinge. Therefore, although not shown, screen 15
A cord connecting between the display control unit and the display control unit housed in the unit panel 16 is provided on the left side in the figure. The screen 15 can be opened at any angle using the left end as a fulcrum, as shown in the plan view shown in FIG. Therefore, a stopper for fixing the screen 15 at an arbitrary opening angle is provided in the frame portion below the right end of the screen 15. Also, casters 1 are provided under the frame 19 for easy movement.
8 is attached. With this configuration, the message display device can be moved and its installation location can be freely selected, and each screen 15 can be set at an angle that is easy to see depending on the installation location.

The present invention is basically to prepare a memory storing message display patterns, to easily select one of them, and to display the message with the minimum amount of data such as price added. In keeping with the gist, the embodiment is not limited to the above embodiment (various modifications are possible). However, it goes without saying that keys similar to ordinary calculator keys or other input means may be used, or they may be built into the unit panel.Furthermore, the # key is used when a message is displayed. If so, it is used as the price input mode key, and if data is being input, it is used as the OK key. If the message is being displayed, the * key is used as the display file specification key, and if data is being input, it is used as the interrupt key or end key. However, this kind of use also depends on how it is defined in the analysis control section, and the analysis control section may define something other than the above for each key as appropriate, or even add a new definition. Needless to say, it's a good thing.

〔Effect of the invention〕

As is clear from the above description, according to the present invention, a message display pattern is selectively specified from a memory storing a message display pattern,
Since the desired display can be performed by adding the necessary numerical data, it is only necessary to specify the display pattern and input the display data, and various display patterns can be easily selected and displayed. Moreover, by preparing a storage memory for display patterns according to the field of use, various displays can be freely changed according to the requirements with simple operations. In addition, since the display screen is provided on both sides and its opening angle can be changed, even in a service station located at a sharp curve, for example, a double-sided display can be displayed at an easy-to-see angle that matches the curve.

The present invention can be used, for example, to repeatedly display road guidance, information on various service businesses, warnings, and other notification information.
It can be used as a simple message display device in a wide range of industries by simply replacing the message display pattern storage memory.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a diagram showing one embodiment of the system configuration of a message display device according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining an example of display pattern selection processing, and FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining an example of display pattern selection processing. Figure 4 is a diagram showing an example of a series of operations of display order setting and message code setting; Figure 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of the flow of processing by the analysis control unit;
7 is a front view showing one embodiment of the message display device according to the present invention, and FIG. 8 is a plan view of the message display device according to the present invention. 1... Pattern storage section, 2... Display control section, 3...
- Display buffer, 4...Display section, 5...Edit buffer, 6...Analysis control section, 7...Input section, 11...
Monitor, 12... Numeric keypad, 13... Keyboard, 14... Screen, 15... Screen, 16... Unit panel, 17... Input section connection part, 18... Caster, frame. Applicant Alps Electronics Industry Co., Ltd. Agent Patent Attorney Ryukichi Abe (2 others) Figure 1: Figure 1: Figure 3: Figure 4: Figure 5

Claims (6)

[Claims] (1) A message display device that has display screens on both sides, each screen opening at an independent angle, and a panel that houses a display control unit below the screen,
The display panel includes a pattern storage memory for storing display patterns, an input means for inputting display pattern selection and other data and commands, a buffer for holding display control information, and a display panel for selecting a display pattern based on the display control information and for inputting designated data. What is claimed is: 1. A message display device comprising: a display control means for superimposing a display on a screen; and an analysis control means for analyzing input information from an input means, storing the display control information in a buffer, and controlling the display control means. (2) The message display device according to claim 1, wherein the screen is formed by arranging a large number of light emitting elements in a matrix. (3) The message display device according to claim 1, wherein the pattern storage memory is replaceable. (4) The message display device according to claim 1, wherein the analysis control means stores a display pattern, its display order, and designation data for overlapping display in a buffer as display control information. (5) The display control means refers to the display control information held in the buffer, reads out the display pattern from the pattern storage memory in accordance with the display order, and superimposes and displays the designated data held in the buffer at a predetermined position of the display pattern. The message display device according to claim 1, wherein the message display device is controlled as follows. (6) The message display device according to claim 1, further comprising casters at the bottom.