KR100662414B1 - The display device for guiding the information of ordered types and the method for controlling the same - Google Patents

Abstract

A video device for guiding customized information and a control method thereof are provided to set simple information confirmation so as to be suitable to a request of a user and enable a user to confirm desired information through simple operation, thereby significantly improving convenience of the video device user. A video device(301) for guiding customized information comprises the followings: an input unit(316) which supplies the first signal for setting specific data broadcasting information and function items so as to be displayed; a memory(315) storing the first signal which is set in the above step; and a controller(314) which displays the specific data broadcasting information and function items according to the first signal stored in the memory(315) if the second signal of a command, for displaying the specific data broadcasting information and function items, is inputted through the input unit(316).

Description

The display device for guiding the information of ordered types and the method for controlling the same}

1 is a block diagram showing a screen of a video device according to the prior art;

2 is a block diagram illustrating another screen of an imaging apparatus according to the related art.

3 is a block diagram showing the configuration of a customized information guide image device according to the present invention;

Figure 4a is a block diagram showing one screen of a customized information guide video device according to the present invention

Figure 4b is a block diagram showing another screen of the customized information guide video device according to the present invention

Figure 4c is a block diagram showing another screen of the customized information guide video device according to the present invention

4D is a diagram illustrating a data broadcast information list screen of a customized information guide video apparatus according to the present invention.

4E is a diagram illustrating a function item list screen of a customized information guide image device according to the present invention.

5 is a flowchart (flow chart) showing a control method of a customized information guide image device according to the present invention.

* Explanation of symbols for main parts of drawings *

301: video device 302: tuner

303: channel decoder unit 304: demultiplexer

305: Video decoder section 306: Video signal output section

307: Audio decoder unit 308: Audio signal output unit

309: Data broadcast decoder unit 310: Data broadcast information display unit

311: data broadcasting information storage unit 312: function item storage unit

313: function item display unit 314: control unit

315: memory section 316: input section

The present invention relates to an imaging apparatus, and more particularly, to a customized information guide imaging apparatus and a control method thereof.

In recent years, as digital broadcasting and digital television have become popular, broadcast data received by a video device includes not only existing video / audio signals but also additional data broadcasting information.

In addition, with the rapid development of digital television, video equipment including digital television has come to have a wide variety of functions. For example, such function items may include channel setting items, video setting items, audio setting items, time setting items, and other setting items. Of course, there will be more various functional items, including the above example.

However, as described above, there has conventionally been a method of more simply confirming a variety of data broadcasting information or function items, and the user can confirm certain data broadcasting information or function items by pressing the "confirmation key". Of course, the " confirmation key " will be referred to as a concept including an operation button and the like of a video device in charge of the above function, despite its name.

1 is a block diagram illustrating a screen of a video device according to the related art. Hereinafter, referring to FIG. 1, one screen of a conventional video apparatus will be described in the case where the "confirmation key" is pressed.

Conventionally, when the user presses the "confirmation key", the channel number, the current time, information about the sleep reservation, and simple program information are displayed uniformly. That is, when the "OK" key is pressed, the user prefers to insert information preferred by the displayed item and cannot delete the non-preferred information.

2 is a block diagram illustrating another screen of a video device according to the related art. Hereinafter, an embodiment of a screen displaying data broadcast information in a conventional video apparatus will be described with reference to FIG. 2.

Conventionally, all data broadcasting information received from a broadcasting station is displayed or not displayed at all without special control. For example, according to the type of data broadcasting information currently received, stock news, exchange rate information, baseball relay news, and the like are displayed.

However, the above-described conventional video device has the following problems.

First, in the related art, a function item which can be confirmed by the user by inputting a "confirmation key" was set in advance, and this could not be changed at all, which was very inconvenient for the user. That is, in the current trend of the increase in the number of functional items of video equipment, it is a big problem that the user's preference cannot be reflected in the function items displayed through the input of the "confirmation key".

Secondly, the conventional video apparatus cannot display data broadcasting information selectively by only a simple button operation and thus cannot reflect various tastes of the user.

The present invention has been made to solve the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a customized information guide video device and a control method for selectively displaying only the desired function item and data broadcasting information with a simple button operation. To provide.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides an input unit for applying a first signal for setting specific data broadcasting information and function items, a memory unit storing the set first signal, and the input unit. And a control unit for displaying the specific data broadcast information and function items when a second signal of a command to display the specific data broadcast information and function items is input, according to the first signal stored in the memory unit. It provides a customized information guide video device characterized in that the configuration.

The specific data broadcast information includes EPG (Electronic Program Guide) information, and is preferably all data information received from a broadcast station.

Preferably, the function item includes all the options related to the function setting of the video apparatus.

The customized information guide video apparatus may further include a display unit configured to output the specific data broadcasting information and function items under the control of the controller.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the steps of applying a first signal for setting specific data broadcast information and function items to be displayed, storing the set first signal, and specifying the specific data broadcast information. And applying a second signal of a command to display the function items, and if the second signal is applied, displaying the specific data broadcast information and function items according to the stored first signal. It provides a control method of a customized information guide video device, characterized in that made.

The applying of the second signal is preferably performed by one-touch button operation.

The specific data broadcast information includes EPG (Electronic Program Guide) information, and is preferably all data information received from a broadcast station.

Preferably, the function item includes all the options related to the function setting of the video apparatus.

Therefore, according to the present invention, the user can easily confirm the desired information by pressing a confirmation key or the like, which is very convenient for the user.

Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, preferred embodiments of the present invention that can specifically realize the above object will be described.

3 is a block diagram showing the configuration of a customized information guide image device according to the present invention. Referring to Figure 3, the signal flow between the components of the customized information guide image device according to the present invention will be described.

As shown in FIG. 3, the main components of the present invention are illustrated, and the basic components and signal flows for receiving and displaying broadcast signals in the video apparatus are omitted. However, even though the illustration and detailed description of the basic components are omitted, those skilled in the art can understand the customized information guide image device and the control method of the present invention through FIG.

The imaging device 301 is a device in which the present invention is implemented and includes components to be described later. However, the video device 301 is not particularly limited. For example, the video device 301 may include all devices that receive and display broadcasts such as PDP televisions, LCD televisions, DMB phones, and the like.

The tuner unit 302 tunes to a frequency of a certain radio wave (or electric signal), and serves to select and take out only the radio wave.

The channel decoder 303 decodes a broadcast signal that is coded and received.

The demultiplexer 304 separates the multiplexed composite signal to restore the broadcast signal, transmits a video signal to the video decoder 305, transmits an audio signal to the audio decoder 307, and a data signal. Transmits to the data broadcast decoder unit 309.

The video decoder 305 decodes the received video signal to be output through the video signal output unit 306.

The audio decoder 307 decodes the received audio signal and outputs the audio signal through the audio signal output unit 308.

The data broadcast decoder 309 decodes the received data signal to be output through the data broadcast information display 310.

The data broadcast information storage unit 311 may store specific data broadcast information among the decoded data signals under the control of the controller 314.

The function item storage unit 312 may store all options related to function setting of the video apparatus. For example, it may be a channel number currently being viewed, a volume, a current time, and simple program information.

The function item display unit 313 displays the function items stored in the function item storage unit 312.

The first signal configured to display specific data broadcast information and function items may be input through the input unit 316. A description with reference to FIGS. 4A and 4B is as follows.

As shown in FIG. 4A, a user may confirm by displaying a list of function items through a menu button or the like.

The user who views the displayed screen may set a specific function item to be displayed when the user presses a "confirmation key" button or the like. That is, as illustrated in FIG. 4B, a user may select, for example, a function item of "signal strength" from among the function items, and set the specific function item. Of course, as shown in Figure 4b, it is also possible to display the phrase "confirmation (Y), (N)" to determine whether to confirm.

4A and 4B illustrate an example of a screen for setting a specific function item, and although an example of the screen for setting specific data broadcast information is not shown, the method may be set in a manner similar to that of FIGS. 4A and 4B. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that only the illustration of FIGS. 4A and 4B may be understood.

When a first signal for setting specific data broadcasting information and function items is displayed through the input unit 316, the memory unit 315 may store the first signal.

In addition, when a second signal of a command to display the specific data broadcasting information and function items is input through the input unit 316, the controller 314 may store the first data stored in the memory unit 315. According to a signal, specific data broadcast information and function items stored in the data broadcast information storage unit 311 and the function item storage unit 312 are stored in the data broadcast information display unit 310 and the function item display unit. Control to be displayed respectively through (313).

However, the second signal may be made by one-touch button manipulation. For example, it may be a "confirmation key", a "shortcut key", a "hot key", or the like, and may be a button attached to a remote controller or a local key of the video device.

4C is a block diagram illustrating another screen of the customized information guide image device according to the present invention. Referring to FIG. 4C, when the second signal is input, an example of the displayed video device screen will be described.

As a specific data broadcast information, for example, a signal for selecting stock information is input through the input unit 316, and as a specific function item, a signal for selecting a channel number and a volume size is input. When the second signal is input, as shown in FIG. 4C, information about the stock information, the channel number, and the volume size is displayed, and other data broadcasting information or function items are not displayed.

That is, when the user inputs the second signal by pressing the "confirmation key" or the like, for example, the user can check only the information desired by the user.

In the state where the second signal is input by pressing the "confirmation key" or the like, an input signal of the "data key" may be applied to the input unit 316. Here, the “data key” refers to a specific button of a remote controller or a local key attached to the video device 301 which is received by the video device and is responsible for outputting a list of displayable data broadcast information. it means. That is, it will not be bound by its name. The "data key" may use an existing button as it is or add a separate button.

When an input signal of a "data key" is applied to the input unit 316, the controller 314 controls the data broadcast information storage unit 311 to store data broadcast stored in the data broadcast information storage unit 311. All lists of the information are controlled to be output through the data broadcasting information display unit 310. At the same time, the set specific data broadcasting information list and the remaining unset data broadcasting information list can be displayed separately.

For example, as shown in FIG. 4D, an "O" mark may be displayed beside the set specific data broadcast information list, and an "X" mark is displayed beside the remaining data broadcast information list that is not set. You may.

Of course, the scope of the present invention is not limited to the above-described illustrated FIG. 4D, but is merely an example, and any method of distinguishing and displaying both of them will belong to the scope of the present invention.

The set specific data broadcast information list may be changed with reference to the screen displayed through the data broadcast information display unit 310. For example, by inputting a signal for changing the "O" display or the "X" display shown in FIG. 4D through the input unit 316, data broadcasting information that the user wants to confirm with the "confirmation key" or the like is easily provided. Can be changed.

Alternatively, while the second signal is input by pressing the "confirmation key" or the like, an input signal of the "function key" may be applied to the input unit 316. Here, the "function key" refers to a specific button of a remote controller in charge of a function of outputting a list of options related to the function setting of the video device or a local key attached to the video device. That is, it will not be bound by its name. The "function key" may use an existing button as it is, or add a separate button.

When an input signal of a "function key" is applied to the input unit 316, the controller 314 controls the function item storage unit 312 to store the image device (stored in the function item storage unit 312). The list of options related to the function setting of 301 is controlled to be output through the function item display unit 313. At the same time, the set specific function item list and the remaining non-set function item list may be displayed separately.

For example, as shown in FIG. 4E, an "O" mark may be displayed beside the set specific function item list, and an "X" mark may be displayed beside the remaining function item list that is not set. have.

Of course, the scope of the present invention is not limited to the illustrated example of FIG. 4E, but is merely an example, and any method of distinguishing and displaying both of them will be included in the scope of the present invention.

The set specific function item list may be changed with reference to a screen displayed through the function item display unit 313. For example, by inputting a signal for changing the "O" display or the "X" display shown in FIG. 4E through the input unit 316, a user easily checks the function item with the "confirmation key" or the like. You can change it.

5 is a flowchart (flow chart) illustrating a control method of a customized information guide imaging apparatus according to the present invention. Referring to Figure 5, the control method of the customized information guide image device will be described.

A signal for setting specific data broadcast information and function items to be displayed may be applied to the video apparatus (S501).

The specific data broadcast information and function items set by the user's selection may be stored (S502).

During viewing of the video device, it is determined whether a "confirmation key" is input (S503). However, the "confirmation key" is not limited to the name, for example, it may be a "short key", "hot key", etc., may be a button attached to the remote control or a local key of the video device.

As a result of the determination (S503), if the "confirmation key" is not input, it is determined whether the specific data broadcast information set is received by the video device during data broadcasting (S504).

As a result of the determination (S504), when the specific data broadcast information is received, it is stored in the data broadcast information storage unit (S505).

On the other hand, when the determination result (S503) and the "confirmation key" is input, specific data broadcast information and function items are displayed (S506).

In the state where the "confirmation key" is input, it is determined whether or not the "data key" is input (S507). Here, the "data key" refers to a specific button of a remote controller or a local key attached to the video device, which is received by the video device and is responsible for outputting a list of displayable data broadcast information. That is, it will not be bound by its name. The "data key" may use an existing button as it is or add a separate button.

As a result of the determination (S507), when a "data key" is inputted, a list of specific data broadcast information set by the user's selection and the remaining data not selected by the user while outputting all lists of displayable data broadcast information. The data broadcast information list may be classified and displayed (S508).

For example, as shown in FIG. 4D, an "O" display may be displayed next to a specific data broadcast information list set by the user's selection, and next to the remaining data broadcast information list not selected by the user. You can also display the "X" mark.

Of course, the scope of the present invention is not limited to the above-described FIG. 4D, but is merely an example. If the method of distinguishing and displaying both of them, all of them belong to the scope of the present invention.

Through the displayed screen, a specific data broadcast information list set by the user's selection may be changed (S509). For example, by changing the "O" display or the "X" display shown in FIG. 4D, it is possible to easily change the data broadcast information that the user wants to confirm with the "confirmation key".

As a result of the determination (S507), when the "data key" is not input, it is determined whether the "function key" is input (S510). Here, the "function key" refers to a specific button of a remote controller in charge of a function of outputting a list of options related to the function setting of the video device or a local key attached to the video device. That is, it will not be bound by its name. The "function key" may use an existing button as it is, or add a separate button.

As a result of the determination (S510), when a "function key" is inputted, a list of specific function items set by the user's selection and the user's selection while outputting a list of options for function setting of the video apparatus are not selected. The remaining function item list may be classified and displayed (S511).

For example, as shown in FIG. 4E, an "O" mark may be displayed beside a specific function item list set by the user's selection, and next to the remaining function item list not selected by the user. You can also display the X "mark.

Of course, the scope of the present invention is not limited to the illustrated example of FIG. 4E, but is merely an example, and any method of distinguishing and displaying both of them will belong to the scope of the present invention.

Through the displayed screen, a specific function item list set by the user's selection may be changed (S512). For example, by changing the "O" display or the "X" display shown in FIG. 4E, the user can easily change the function items to be confirmed with the "confirmation key".

The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and as can be seen in the appended claims, modifications can be made by those skilled in the art to which the invention pertains, and such modifications are within the scope of the present invention.

The effects of the customized information guide image device and the control method according to the present invention described above are as follows.

According to the present invention, simple information confirmation can be set according to the needs of the user, and if necessary, the user can confirm the information desired by the simple operation, thereby greatly improving the convenience of the user of the video apparatus.

Claims (8)

An input unit for applying a first signal for setting specific data broadcast information and function items to be displayed; A memory unit which stores the set first signal; And When a second signal of a command to display the specific data broadcast information and function items is input through the input unit, displaying the specific data broadcast information and function items according to the first signal stored in the memory unit. Personalized information guide video device comprising a control unit. The method of claim 1, The specific data broadcast information, A personalized information guide video apparatus including EPG (Electronic Program Guide) information and all data information received from a broadcasting station. The method of claim 1, The function item is, Personalized information guide imager characterized in that it includes all the options for the function setting of the imager. The method of claim 1, And a display unit configured to output the specific data broadcast information and function items under the control of the controller. Applying a first signal for setting specific data broadcast information and function items to be displayed; Storing the set first signal; Applying a second signal of a command to display the specific data broadcast information and function items; And And if the second signal is applied, displaying the specific data broadcasting information and function items according to the stored first signal. The method of claim 5, The step of applying the second signal, A control method of a customized information guide image device characterized in that the one-touch button operation. The method of claim 5, The specific data broadcast information, A control method for a customized information guide video apparatus including EPG (Electronic Program Guide) information, and all data information received from a broadcasting station. The method of claim 5, The function item is, The control method of the customized information guide video apparatus comprising all the options for the function setting of the video apparatus.

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