KR101521929B1 - Control method of mobile terminal and apparatus thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a control method and apparatus for a mobile terminal that enables a user to easily operate a function of a mobile terminal. To this end, a control apparatus of a mobile terminal according to the present invention includes: a display unit for sensing a proximity touch; And a control unit for performing a function of the mobile terminal based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch when the pointer is touched in the display window of the display unit.

Mobile terminal, proximity touch

Description

[0001] CONTROL METHOD OF MOBILE TERMINAL AND APPARATUS THEREOF [0002]

The present invention relates to a control method and apparatus for a mobile terminal.

2. Description of the Related Art Generally, a vehicle navigation apparatus applied to a mobile terminal, particularly a telematics terminal, generates route guidance information based on a global positioning system (GPS) signal and map information, and provides the route guidance information to a user.

1 is a block diagram showing a vehicle navigation system according to the prior art.

As shown in FIG. 1, a vehicle navigation system according to the related art includes an information providing center 3 for providing traffic information; And a telematics terminal 4 mounted in the vehicle, receiving traffic information through the wireless communication network 2, and providing a guidance service based on the GPS signal received through the satellite 1 and the traffic information.

An object of the present invention is to provide a control method and apparatus for a mobile terminal that enables a user to easily operate a function of the mobile terminal.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a control apparatus for a mobile terminal, comprising: a display unit for sensing a proximity touch; And a control unit for performing a function of the mobile terminal based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch when the pointer is touched in the display window of the display unit.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a control apparatus for a mobile terminal, which performs a function of a mobile terminal based on a movement trajectory between a start point and an end point of a position of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a control apparatus for a mobile terminal, which performs a linked function corresponding to a movement trajectory between a start point and an end point of a position of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a control apparatus for a mobile terminal, the method comprising: expanding or reducing a map based on a movement trajectory of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a control apparatus for a mobile terminal, which detects a movement trajectory of a proximity touch when a pointer is touched in a display window of a display unit, On the display unit.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, a controller of a mobile terminal moves a map based on a movement trajectory of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a control apparatus for a mobile terminal, the apparatus comprising:

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a control apparatus for a mobile terminal, the method including: changing a map mode based on a movement trajectory of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of controlling a mobile terminal, including: sensing a proximity touch; Detecting a movement trajectory of the proximity touch when the pointer is touched in the display window of the display unit; And performing a function of the mobile terminal based on the movement trajectory.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of controlling a mobile terminal, the method comprising: performing a function of a mobile terminal based on a movement trajectory between a start point and an end point of a position of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of controlling a mobile terminal, the method including: performing a linked function corresponding to a movement locus between a start point and an end point of a position of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of controlling a mobile terminal, the method comprising: expanding or reducing a map based on a movement trajectory of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of controlling a mobile terminal, the method including detecting a movement trajectory of the proximity touch when a pointer is touched in a display window of a display unit, On the display unit.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for controlling a mobile terminal, including moving a map based on a movement trajectory of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of controlling a mobile terminal, the method comprising: performing a route guidance based on a movement trajectory of a proximity touch.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of controlling a mobile terminal, the method comprising: changing a map mode based on a movement trajectory of a proximity touch.

The method and apparatus for controlling a mobile terminal according to embodiments of the present invention detect a proximity touch and perform a function of the mobile terminal based on a movement trajectory of the proximity touch when a pointer is touched in the display window of the display unit , The user can easily operate the function of the mobile terminal.

Hereinafter, when the proximity touch is detected and the pointer is touched in the display window of the display unit, the function of the mobile terminal is performed based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch, so that the user can easily operate the function of the mobile terminal A control method of the mobile terminal and embodiments of the apparatus will be described in detail with reference to FIG. 2 to FIG.

2 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of a mobile communication terminal 100 to which a control apparatus according to a first embodiment of the present invention is applied. The mobile communication terminal (mobile phone) 100 may be implemented in various forms. For example, the mobile communication terminal 100 includes a mobile phone, a smart phone, a notebook computer, a digital broadcasting terminal, a PDA (Personal Digital Assistants), and a PMP (Portable Multimedia Player).

2, the mobile communication terminal 100 includes a wireless communication unit 110, an audio / video (A / V) input unit 120, a user input unit 130, a sensing unit 140, an output unit 150 A memory 160, an interface unit 170, a control unit 180, a power supply unit 190, and the like. Not all of the components of the mobile communication terminal 100 shown in Fig. 2 are essential components, and the mobile communication terminal 100 may be implemented by a larger number of components than the components shown in Fig. 2, The mobile communication terminal 100 may be implemented by a component.

The wireless communication unit 110 may include at least one component for performing wireless communication between the mobile communication terminal 100 and the wireless communication system or wireless communication between the mobile communication terminal 100 and a network on which the mobile communication terminal 100 is located . For example, the wireless communication unit 110 may include a broadcast receiving module 111, a mobile communication module 112, a wireless Internet module 113, a short range communication module 114 and a location information module 115 .

The broadcast receiving module 111 receives broadcast signals and / or broadcast-related information from an external broadcast management server through a broadcast channel. The broadcast channel may include a satellite channel and a terrestrial channel. The broadcast management server may be a server for generating and transmitting broadcast signals and / or broadcast-related information, or a server for receiving previously generated broadcast signals and / or broadcast-related information and transmitting the broadcast signals and / or broadcast- related information to the mobile communication terminal 100 . The broadcast-related information may refer to a broadcast channel, a broadcast program, or information related to a broadcast service provider. The broadcast signal may include a TV broadcast signal, a radio broadcast signal, a data broadcast signal, and a broadcast signal in which a data broadcast signal is combined with a TV broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal.

Meanwhile, the broadcast related information may be provided through a mobile communication network, and in this case, it may be received by the mobile communication module 112. The broadcast-related information may exist in various forms. For example, an EPG (Electronic Program Guide) of DMB (Digital Multimedia Broadcasting) or an ESG (Electronic Service Guide) of Digital Video Broadcast-Handheld (DVB-H).

The broadcast receiving module 111 receives broadcasting signals using various broadcasting systems. In particular, the broadcasting receiving module 111 may be a Digital Multimedia Broadcasting-Terrestrial (DMB-T), a Digital Multimedia Broadcasting-Satellite (DMB-S) Only Digital Broadcast-Handheld (DVB-H), Integrated Services Digital Broadcast-Terrestrial (ISDB-T), and the like. Of course, the broadcast receiving module 111 is configured to be suitable for all broadcasting systems that provide broadcasting signals as well as the digital broadcasting system described above. The broadcast signal and / or broadcast related information received through the broadcast receiving module 111 may be stored in the memory 160.

The mobile communication module 112 transmits and receives radio signals to at least one of a base station, an external terminal, and a server on a mobile communication network. Here, the wireless signal may include various types of data related to transmission and reception of a voice call signal, a video call signal, and / or a text / multimedia message.

The wireless Internet module 113 refers to a module for wireless Internet access, and the wireless Internet module 113 can be embedded in the mobile communication terminal 100 or externally. Here, the wireless Internet technology includes a wireless LAN (WLAN), a Wi-Fi, a wireless broadband (Wibro), a WiMAX, and a High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) Can be used.

The short-range communication module 114 means a module for short-range communication. Bluetooth, radio frequency identification (RFID), infrared data association (IrDA), ultra wideband (UWB), ZigBee, etc. may be used as the short distance communication technology.

The location information module 115 is a module for confirming or obtaining the location of the mobile terminal. One example is the GPS (Global Position System) module. The GPS module receives position information from a plurality of satellites. Here, the location information may include coordinate information indicated by latitude and longitude. For example, the GPS module can accurately calculate the current position according to the triangle method by measuring the precise time and distance from three or more satellites and measuring three different distances. A method of obtaining distance and time information from three satellites and correcting the error by one satellite may be used. In particular, the GPS module can acquire latitude, longitude and altitude as well as three-dimensional velocity information and accurate time from the position information received from the satellite. A Wi-Fi Positioning System and / or a Hybrid Positioning System may be applied as the location information module 115.

The A / V input unit 120 is for inputting an audio signal or a video signal. The A / V input unit 120 includes a camera 121 and a microphone 122, . The camera 121 processes an image frame such as a still image or a moving image obtained by the image sensor in the video communication mode or the photographing mode. The processed image frame can be displayed on the display unit 151. [

The image frame processed by the camera 121 may be stored in the memory 160 or transmitted to the outside through the wireless communication unit 110. [ The camera 121 may be composed of two or more according to the configuration of the mobile terminal.

The microphone 122 receives an external sound signal by a microphone in a communication mode, a recording mode, a voice recognition mode, and the like, and processes it as electrical voice data. In the call mode, the processed voice data can be converted into a form that can be transmitted to the mobile communication base station through the mobile communication module 112 and output. The microphone 122 may be implemented with various noise reduction algorithms for eliminating noise generated in the process of receiving an external sound signal.

The user input unit 130 generates input data for a user to control the operation of the mobile terminal. The user input unit 130 may include a key pad dome switch, a touch pad (static / static), a jog wheel, a jog switch, and the like. Particularly, when the touch pad has a mutual layer structure with the display unit 151, it can be called a touch screen.

The sensing unit 140 senses the position of the mobile communication terminal 100 in the open / close state, the position of the mobile communication terminal 100, the presence of the user, the orientation of the mobile communication terminal 100, The mobile communication terminal 100 senses the current state of the mobile communication terminal 100 and generates a sensing signal for controlling the operation of the mobile communication terminal 100. For example, when the mobile communication terminal 100 is in the form of a slide phone, it is possible to sense whether the slide phone is opened or closed. The sensing unit 140 senses whether the power supply unit 190 is powered on, whether the interface unit 170 is connected to an external device, and the like.

The interface unit 170 serves as an interface with all external devices connected to the mobile communication terminal 100. For example, the interface unit 170 may include a headset port, an external charger port, a wired / wireless data port, a memory card port, a port for connecting a device having an identification module, Audio input / output (I / O) port, video I / O (input / output) port and earphone port. Here, the identification module is a chip that stores various information for authenticating the usage right of the mobile communication terminal 100, and includes a user identification module (UIM), a subscriber identity module (SIM) ), A Universal Subscriber Identity Module (" USIM "), and the like. In addition, an apparatus (hereinafter, referred to as 'identification device') having the identification module may be manufactured in a smart card format. Accordingly, the identification module can be connected to the mobile communication terminal 100 through the port. The interface unit 170 receives data from an external device or receives power from the external device and transmits the received data to each component in the mobile communication terminal 100 or transmits data in the mobile communication terminal 100 to an external device.

The output unit 150 is for outputting an audio signal, a video signal, or an alarm signal. The output unit 150 includes a display unit 151, an audio output module 152, an alarm unit 153, May be included.

The display unit 151 displays information to be processed by the mobile communication terminal 100 and outputs the information. For example, when the mobile communication terminal 100 is in the call mode, a UI (User Interface) or a GUI (Graphic User Interface) associated with a call is displayed. When the mobile communication terminal 100 is in the video communication mode or the photographing mode, the displayed image or the UI or GUI is displayed.

The display unit 151 may be a liquid crystal display, a thin film transistor-liquid crystal display, an organic light-emitting diode, a flexible display, a three-dimensional display (3D display). There may be two or more display units 151 according to the embodiment of the mobile communication terminal 100. For example, the mobile communication terminal 100 may be provided with an external display unit (not shown) and an internal display unit (not shown) at the same time.

Meanwhile, the display unit 151 is connected to a touch screen (hereinafter, referred to as 'touch screen') in which a sensor (hereinafter, referred to as 'touch sensor' May be used as an input device in addition to the output device. The touch sensor may have the form of, for example, a touch film, a touch sheet, a touch pad, or the like.

The touch sensor may be configured to convert a change in a pressure applied to a specific portion of the display unit 151 or a capacitance generated in a specific portion of the display unit 151 into an electrical input signal. The touch sensor can be configured to detect not only the position and area to be touched but also the pressure at the time of touch. If there is a touch input to the touch sensor, the corresponding signal (s) is sent to a touch controller (not shown). The touch controller processes the signal (s) and transmits the corresponding data to the control unit 180. Thus, the control unit 180 can know which area of the display unit 151 is touched or the like.

Hereinafter, the proximity sensor 141 of the mobile communication terminal 100 will be described with reference to FIG.

3 is a diagram illustrating a proximity touch process for explaining a control method according to the first embodiment of the present invention. In the present invention, the proximity-touch means that the pointer is not actually touched on the screen but approaches a predetermined distance from the screen.

The proximity sensor 141 may be disposed in an inner region of the mobile communication terminal 100 or in the vicinity of the touch screen, which is surrounded by the touch screen. The proximity sensor 141 refers to a sensor that detects the presence of an object approaching a predetermined detection surface or an object existing in the vicinity thereof without mechanical contact by using electromagnetic force or infrared rays. The proximity sensor 141 has a longer lifetime and higher utilization than the contact-type sensor.

Examples of the proximity sensor 141 include a transmission type photoelectric sensor, a direct reflection type photoelectric sensor, a mirror reflection type photoelectric sensor, a high frequency oscillation type proximity sensor, a capacitive proximity sensor, a magnetic proximity sensor, and an infrared proximity sensor. And to detect the proximity of the pointer by the change of the electric field along the proximity of the pointer when the touch screen is electrostatic. In this case, the touch screen (touch sensor) may be classified as a proximity sensor.

Hereinafter, for convenience of explanation, the act of recognizing that the pointer is positioned on the touch screen while the pointer is not in contact with the touch screen is referred to as "proximity touch" The act of actually touching the pointer on the screen is called "Contact Touch ". A position where the pointer is proximally touched on the touch screen means a position where the pointer corresponds to the touch screen vertically when the pointer is touched.

In addition, the proximity sensor 141 may detect a proximity touch and a proximity touch pattern (for example, a proximity touch distance, a proximity touch direction, a proximity touch speed, a proximity touch time, a proximity touch position, Detection. Information corresponding to the detected proximity touch operation and the proximity touch pattern may be output on the touch screen.

The sound output module 152 outputs audio data received from the wireless communication unit 110 or stored in the memory 160 in a call signal reception mode, a call mode or a recording mode, a voice recognition mode, and a broadcast reception mode. The sound output module 152 outputs sound signals related to functions (e.g., call signal reception sound, message reception sound, etc.) performed in the mobile communication terminal 100. The sound output module 152 may include a speaker, a buzzer, and the like.

The alarm unit 153 outputs a signal for notifying the occurrence of an event of the mobile communication terminal 100. Examples of events that occur in the mobile terminal include receiving a call signal, receiving a message, and inputting a key signal. The alarm unit 153 may output a signal for notifying the occurrence of an event in a form other than an audio signal or a video signal. For example, it is possible to output a signal in a vibration mode. When the call signal is received or the message is received, the alarm unit 153 can vibrate the mobile terminal through the vibration means to inform it. Alternatively, when the key signal is input, the alarm unit 153 may vibrate the mobile communication terminal 100 through the vibration means with the feedback of the key signal input. Through the above-described vibration, the user can recognize the occurrence of the event. Of course, a signal for notifying the occurrence of an event may also be output through the display unit 151 or the audio output module 152.

The haptic module 154 generates various tactile effects that the user can feel. A typical example of the haptic effect generated by the haptic module 154 is vibration. The intensity and pattern of the vibration generated by the hit module 154 can be controlled. For example, different vibrations may be synthesized and output or sequentially output.

In addition to the vibration, the haptic module 154 may include a pin arrangement vertically moving with respect to the contact skin surface, a spraying force or suction force of the air through the injection port or the suction port, a touch on the skin surface, contact with an electrode, And various tactile effects such as an effect of reproducing a cold sensation using an endothermic or exothermic element can be generated.

The haptic module 154 can be implemented not only to transmit the tactile effect through the direct contact but also to allow the user to feel the tactile effect through the muscular sensation of the finger or arm. At least two haptic modules 154 may be provided according to the configuration of the telematics terminal. The haptic module 154 may be provided in a place where frequent contact with a user is frequent in the vehicle. For example, a steering wheel, a shift gear lever, a seat, and the like.

The memory 160 may store a program for processing and control of the controller 180 and may have a function for temporarily storing input / output data (e.g., a phone book, a message, a still image, . ≪ / RTI >

The memory 160 may be a flash memory type, a hard disk type, a multimedia card micro type, a card type memory (for example, SD or XD memory) (Random Access Memory) SRAM (Static Random Access Memory), ROM (Read Only Memory), EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory), PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory) A disk, and / or an optical disk. In addition, the mobile communication terminal 100 may operate a web storage that performs a storage function of the memory 150 on the Internet.

The interface unit 170 serves as an interface with all external devices connected to the mobile terminal 100. For example, the interface unit 170 may include a headset port, an external charger port, a wired / wireless data port, a memory card port, a port for connecting a device having an identification module, An audio input / output (I / O) port, a video I / O (input / output) port, and an earphone port. Here, the identification module is a chip that stores various information for authenticating the use right of the mobile terminal 100, and includes a user identification module (UIM), a subscriber identity module (SIM) A Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM), and the like. In addition, the device having the identification module (hereinafter, referred to as 'identification device') can be manufactured in a smart card format. Accordingly, the identification module can be connected to the mobile terminal 100 through the port. The interface unit 170 receives data from an external device or receives power from the external device and transmits the received data to each component in the mobile terminal 100 or transmits data in the mobile terminal 100 to an external device.

When the mobile terminal 100 is connected to an external cradle, the interface unit 170 may be a path through which power from the cradle is supplied to the mobile terminal 100, or various commands A signal may be transmitted to the mobile terminal 100. The various command signals or the power source inputted from the cradle may be operated as a signal for recognizing that the mobile terminal 100 is correctly mounted on the cradle.

The controller 180 typically controls the overall operation of the mobile communication terminal 100. For example, the control unit 180 performs related control and processing for voice call, data communication, video call, and the like. In addition, the controller 180 may include a multimedia module 181 for multimedia playback. The multimedia module 181 may be implemented in the control unit 180 or may be implemented separately from the control unit 180.

The control unit 180 can perform a pattern recognition process for recognizing handwriting input or drawing input performed on the touch screen as characters and images, respectively.

The power supply unit 190 receives an external power source and an internal power source under the control of the controller 180 and supplies power required for operation of the respective components.

The functions of the components applied to the mobile communication terminal 100 may be implemented in a computer-readable recording medium using software, hardware, or a combination thereof. According to a hardware implementation, an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), digital signal processors (DSPs), digital signal processing devices (DSPDs), programmable logic devices (PLDs), field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) controllers may be implemented using at least one of micro-controllers, microprocessors, and electrical units for performing functions. In some cases, such embodiments may be implemented by the controller 180 In accordance with a software implementation, embodiments such as procedures or functions may be implemented with separate software modules that perform at least one function or operation. The software code may be stored in a software application written in a suitable programming language The software code may be stored in the memory 160, And executed by a unit 180.

The navigation session 300 applied to the mobile communication terminal 100 generates the navigation information based on the map data and the location information of the mobile communication terminal 100 and transmits the generated navigation information to the user Notify.

Hereinafter, a control method and apparatus according to a first embodiment of the present invention applied to the mobile communication terminal 100 will be described with reference to FIGS. 3 and 4. FIG.

4 is a flowchart illustrating a control method of the mobile communication terminal 100 according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

First, the display unit 151 senses the proximity touch within the display window through the proximity sensor 141. For example, the display unit 151 detects the position of the proximity touch when a pointer (for example, a finger or a stylus pen) is touched in proximity, and outputs position information corresponding to the detected position And outputs it to the control unit 180 (S11).

The control unit 180 detects the movement trajectory between the start point and the end point of the proximity position based on the position information (S12), and determines whether the detected movement trajectory matches the preset movement trajectory (S13).

If the detected movement locus matches the preset locus, the controller 180 performs a function of the mobile communication terminal 100 corresponding to the predetermined locus (S14). For example, the control unit 180 performs a photo enlargement / reduction function corresponding to the predetermined parabola when the movement locus calculated on the basis of the position information coincides with a predetermined parabola.

When the end of the parabola calculated based on the positional information is moved upward, the control unit 180 enlarges the photograph corresponding to the predetermined parabolic curve, and when the end of the parabola calculated based on the positional information is directed downward The photograph corresponding to the predetermined parabolic curve may be reduced. Here, the predetermined movement trajectory may be various patterns such as a clockwise circular shape, a counterclockwise circular shape, an up / down / left / right direction, an English alphabet, a Korean vowel, a Korean consonant, and a number as well as a parabola.

Hereinafter, the configuration of the telematics terminal 200 to which the control apparatus according to the second embodiment of the present invention is applied will be described with reference to FIG.

5 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a telematics terminal 200 to which a control apparatus according to a second embodiment of the present invention is applied.

5, the telematics terminal 200 includes a central processing unit (CPU) 212 for controlling the telematics terminal 200 as a whole, a memory 213 for storing various kinds of information, And a main board 210 incorporating an LCD control unit 214 for controlling the LCD.

The memory 213 stores map information (map data) for displaying the route guidance information on the digital map. In addition, the memory 213 stores traffic information collection control algorithms for allowing the vehicle to input traffic information according to the current road conditions, and information for controlling the algorithms.

The main board 210 is provided with a CDMA module 206, which is a mobile communication terminal built in a vehicle to which a unique device number is assigned. The main board 210 receives a GPS signal for locating a vehicle, tracking a traveling route from a starting place to a destination, A CD deck 208 for reproducing a signal recorded on a compact disc (CD), a gyro sensor 209, and the like (not shown) . The CDMA module 206 and the GPS module 207 transmit / receive signals through the antennas 204 and 205, respectively.

Also, the TV module 222 is connected to the main board 210 and receives a TV signal through the TV antenna 223. The main board 210 includes a display unit (LCD) 201 under the control of the LCD control unit 214 through an interface board 203, a front board 202 under the control of the key control unit 211, A camera 227 for photographing the inside and / or the outside is connected. The display unit 201 displays various video signals and character signals. The front board 202 includes buttons for inputting various key signals, and a key signal corresponding to a user-selected button is transmitted to the main board 210 ). In addition, the display unit 201 includes the proximity sensor and the touch sensor (touch screen) of FIG.

The front board 202 may have a menu key for directly inputting traffic information, and the menu key may be controlled by the key controller 211.

The audio board 217 is connected to the main board 210 and processes various audio signals. The audio board 217 includes a microcomputer 219 for controlling the audio board 217, a tuner 218 for receiving a radio signal, a power source 216 for supplying power to the microcomputer 219, And a signal processing unit 215 for processing a signal.

The audio board 217 includes a radio antenna 220 for receiving radio signals and a tape deck 221 for reproducing audio tapes. The audio board 217 may further comprise a voice output unit (for example, an amplifier) 226 for outputting a voice signal processed by the audio board 217.

The audio output unit (amplifier) 226 is connected to the vehicle interface 224. That is, the audio board 217 and the main board 210 are connected to the vehicle interface 224. The vehicle interface 224 may be connected to a handsfree 225a for inputting a voice signal, an air bag 225b for occupant safety, a speed sensor 225c for detecting the speed of the vehicle, and the like. The speed sensor 225c calculates the vehicle speed and provides the calculated vehicle speed information to the central processing unit 212. [

The navigation session 300 applied to the telematics terminal 200 generates route guidance information based on the map data and the current vehicle location information, and notifies the user of the generated route guidance information.

Meanwhile, the display unit 201 senses the proximity touch in the display window through the proximity sensor. For example, the display unit 201 may detect the position of the proximity touch when a pointer (e.g., a finger or a stylus pen) is touched in proximity, and transmit position information corresponding to the detected position And outputs it to the control unit 212.

The control unit 212 detects a movement trajectory between a start point and an end point of the proximity position based on the position information and determines whether the detected movement trajectory matches the preset movement trajectory.

If the detected trajectory matches the predetermined trajectory, the controller 212 performs the function of the telematics terminal 200 corresponding to the predetermined trajectory. For example, the control unit 212 performs a digital map enlargement / reduction function corresponding to the predetermined parabola when the movement locus calculated on the basis of the position information coincides with a predetermined parabola.

The control unit 212 enlarges the digital map corresponding to the predetermined parabolic curve when the end of the parabola calculated based on the positional information is upward, and the end of the parabola calculated based on the positional information is downward It is possible to reduce the digital map corresponding to the predetermined parabola. Here, the predetermined movement locus may be various patterns such as a clockwise circular shape, a counterclockwise circular shape, an up / down / left / right direction, a English alphabet, a Korean vowel, a Korean consonant, etc. in addition to a parabola.

Therefore, the control method and apparatus according to the embodiments of the present invention can easily operate the function of the mobile terminal effectively in an environment where frequent shaking occurs, such as a vehicle. For example, since the mobile terminal according to the related art has to press a button or a touch pad installed on the mobile terminal to operate a specific function, a dangerous situation may occur during driving of the user. On the other hand, the present invention recognizes a hand gesture of a user and performs a specific function and a user specifying function, thereby enabling a user to safely and easily operate a desired function.

Hereinafter, a control apparatus according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail by applying it to a navigation apparatus. The navigation device may be applied to the telematics terminal 200 and the mobile communication terminal 100, but may be configured independently. Also, the controller according to embodiments of the present invention can be applied to a notebook computer, a digital broadcasting terminal, a PDA (Personal Digital Assistants), a PMP (Portable Multimedia Player), and the like.

6 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a navigation device 400 to which a control device according to a third embodiment of the present invention is applied.

6, a navigation device 400 to which a control device according to the third embodiment of the present invention is applied, receives a global positioning system (GPS) signal received from a satellite, A GPS module 401 for generating first vehicle position data of the navigation device (regarded as being the same position as the telematics terminal 200 or the mobile communication terminal 100); A dead-reckoning (DR) sensor 402 for generating second vehicle position data based on the running direction of the vehicle and the speed of the vehicle; A storage unit (or memory) 404 for storing map data and various information; Generates a vehicle estimated position based on the first vehicle position data and the second vehicle position data, and generates a link in the map data stored in the storage unit 404 (the map matching link or the map matching road And outputs the matched map information (map matching result); A communication unit 408 for receiving real-time traffic information from the information providing center through the wireless communication network 500 and performing telephone communication; A controller 407 for generating route guidance information based on the matched map information (map matching result) and operating the function of the navigation device 400 based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch; A display unit (405) for displaying a route guidance map (including POI information) included in the route guidance information and detecting a proximity touch and a contact touch; And a voice output unit 406 for outputting voice guidance voice information (voice guidance voice message) included in the voice guidance information. Here, the communication unit 408 may further include a handsfree having a Bluetooth module.

The route guidance information may include not only map data but also various information related to driving such as lane information, traveling speed limit information, turn-by-turn information, traffic safety information, traffic guidance information, vehicle information, .

The signals received through the GPS module 401 include 802.11 which is a standard of a wireless network for a wireless LAN including a wireless LAN and some infrared communication proposed by IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers), Bluetooth, UWB A wireless MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) (BWA) including 802.15, which is a standard for a wireless PAN (Personal Area Network) including a wireless LAN (WLAN) and ZigBee, and a city wideband network And 802.20, which is a standard for the mobile Internet for mobile broadband wireless access (MBWA) including WiBro, WiMAX, etc., And to provide the navigation device 400 with the location information.

The navigation unit 400 may further include an input unit, and the input unit may be a variety of devices such as a keypad, a touch screen, a jog shuttle, and a microphone.

The map matching unit 403 generates a vehicle estimated position based on the first position data and the second position data, and reads the map data corresponding to the traveling path from the storage unit 404.

The map matching unit 403 matches the vehicle estimated position with the link (road) included in the map data, and outputs the matched map information (map matching result) to the control unit 407 . For example, the map matching unit 403 generates a vehicle estimated position based on the first position data and the second position data, and outputs the generated vehicle estimated position and the map data stored in the storage unit 404 , And outputs the matched map information (map matching result) to the control unit 407 The map matching unit 403 may output the road attribute information such as a single-storey road or a multi-storey road included in the matched map information (map matching result) to the control unit 407. [ In addition, the function of the map matching unit 403 may be implemented in the controller 407.

The storage unit 404 stores map data. At this time, the stored map data includes geographic coordinates (geographic coordinates or latitude and longitude coordinates) indicating latitude and longitude in units of minutes (DMS unit: Degree / Minute / Second). In addition to the geographical coordinates, UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) coordinates, UPS (Universal Polar System) coordinates, and TM (Transverse Mercator) coordinates may be used as the stored map data.

The storage unit 404 stores various information such as various menu screens, point of interest (POI), and functional characteristic information according to a specific position of the map data.

The storage unit 404 stores various user interface (UI) and / or graphical user interface (GUI).

The storage unit 404 stores data and programs necessary for the navigation apparatus 400 to operate.

The storage unit 404 stores destination information inputted from the user through the input unit. At this time, the destination information may be either a destination or a source and a destination.

The display unit 405 displays image information (or a route guidance map) included in the route guidance information generated by the control unit 407. Here, the display unit 405 includes a touch sensor (touch screen) and a proximity sensor. The route guidance information may include not only map data but also various information related to driving such as lane information, traveling speed limit information, turn-by-turn information, traffic safety information, traffic guidance information, have.

When displaying the image information, the display unit 405 can display various contents such as various menu screens and route guidance information using the user interface and / or graphical user interface included in the storage unit 404 have. The content displayed on the display unit 405 includes various text or image data (including map data and various information data), a menu screen including data such as an icon, a list menu, and a combo box.

The voice output unit 406 outputs voice information included in the route guidance information generated by the control unit 407 (or a voice message for the route guidance information). Here, the audio output unit 406 may be an amplifier or a speaker.

The control unit 407 generates route guidance information based on the matched map information and outputs the generated route guidance information to the display unit 405 and the voice output unit 406. At this time, the display unit 405 displays the route guidance information.

The controller 407 receives the real-time traffic information from the information providing center, and generates the route guidance information.

The control unit 407 is connected to the call center through the communication unit 408 to perform a telephone conversation or transmit / receive information between the navigation device 400 and the call center. Here, the communication unit 408 includes a hands-free module having a Bluetooth function using a short-range wireless communication system.

Meanwhile, the controller 407 senses the proximity touch in the display window of the display unit 405 through the proximity sensor. For example, the display unit 405 detects the position of the proximity touch when a pointer (for example, a finger or a stylus pen) is touched in proximity, and outputs position information corresponding to the detected position And outputs it to the control unit 407.

The control unit 407 detects a movement locus between a start point and an end point of the proximity position based on the position information and determines whether the detected movement locus matches the preset locus.

If the detected movement locus matches the predetermined locus, the control unit 407 activates the function of the navigation device 400 corresponding to the predetermined locus. For example, the control unit 407 performs a digital map enlargement / reduction function corresponding to the predetermined parabola if the movement locus calculated on the basis of the position information coincides with a predetermined parabola.

The control unit 407 enlarges the digital map corresponding to the predetermined parabolic curve when the end of the parabola computed based on the positional information is upward, and the end of the parabola computed based on the positional information is downward It is possible to reduce the digital map corresponding to the predetermined parabola. Here, the predetermined movement locus may be various patterns such as a clockwise circle shape, a counterclockwise circle shape, an up / down / left / right direction, an English alphabet, a Korean vowel, a Korean consonant, etc. as well as a parabola.

Hereinafter, a control apparatus according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 6 to 9. FIG.

7 is a diagram illustrating a control method of the navigation apparatus according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

First, the display unit 405 displays a digital map on the display window under the control of the controller 407 when the navigation device 400 is powered on (S21).

The control unit 407 senses the proximity touch within the display window of the display unit 405 through the proximity sensor (S22). For example, the display unit 405 detects the position of the proximity touch when a pointer (for example, a finger or a stylus pen) is touched in proximity, and outputs position information corresponding to the detected position And outputs it to the control unit 407.

The control unit 407 detects a movement trajectory between the start point and the end point of the proximity position based on the position information (S23), and determines whether the detected movement trajectory matches the predetermined parabolic curve (S24).

The control unit 407 determines whether the end point of the detected parabolic curve is directed downward (S25) if the detected trajectory coincides with the predetermined parabolic curve.

8 is a diagram showing a parabola (a downwardly curved parabola) displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

8, when the detected movement trajectory (detected parabola) coincides with the predetermined parabolic curve, the control unit 407 determines whether the end point of the detected parabola 8-1 is directed downward . Here, the control unit 407 may display the detected movement locus on the display window of the display unit 405. [ Reference numeral 8-2 denotes a route from the current vehicle position to the destination.

If the end point of the detected parabola is facing downward, the control unit 407 reduces the map displayed on the display window of the display unit 405 (S27).

On the other hand, when the end point of the detected parabola is directed upward (S26), the control unit 407 enlarges the map displayed on the display window of the display unit 405 (S28).

9 is a diagram showing a parabola (a parabola curved upward) displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

9, when the detected movement trajectory (detected parabola) coincides with the predetermined parabolic curve, the control unit 407 determines whether the end point of the detected parabola 8-1 is directed upward And enlarges the map displayed on the display window of the display unit 405 when the end point of the detected parabola is directed upward.

Here, the size of the predetermined parabola may be preset by the designer in various sizes (ranges), and the pattern of the detected movement trajectory may be determined through a pattern recognition program (for example, a character, It can also be recognized.

Hereinafter, a control device according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to Figs. 6 and 10 to 11. Fig.

10 is a diagram illustrating a control method of a navigation apparatus according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

First, the display unit 405 displays a digital map on the display window under the control of the controller 407 when the navigation device 400 is powered on (S31).

The control unit 407 senses the proximity touch within the display window of the display unit 405 through the proximity sensor (S32). For example, the display unit 405 detects the position of the proximity touch when a pointer (e.g., a finger or a stylus fan) is touched, and transmits position information corresponding to the detected position to the control unit 407. [ .

The control unit 407 detects a movement trajectory between the start point and the end point of the proximity position on the basis of the position information in step S33. If the detected movement trajectory is a predetermined upper / lower / / Right (right) direction (S34).

The control unit 407 may control the movement trajectory in the up / down / left / right (right) direction as long as the detected movement trajectory is one of the predetermined up / down / left / The map is then moved (S35).

11 is a diagram illustrating an up / down / left / right direction indicated by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

11, the control unit 407 moves the map upward if the detected movement trajectory is the upward direction among the predetermined upward / downward / left / right directions, and moves the map upward In the left direction, the map is moved to the left. In the right direction, the map is moved in the right direction.

Hereinafter, a control apparatus according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 6 and 12. FIG.

12 is a diagram illustrating a control method of a navigation apparatus according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention.

First, the display unit 405 displays a digital map on the display window under the control of the controller 407 when the navigation device 400 is powered on (S41).

The control unit 407 senses the proximity touch within the display window of the display unit 405 through the proximity sensor (S42). For example, the display unit 405 detects the position of the proximity touch when a pointer (for example, a finger or a stylus pen) is touched in proximity, and outputs position information corresponding to the detected position And outputs it to the control unit 407.

The control unit 407 detects the movement trajectory between the start point and the end point of the proximity position based on the position information (S43), and determines whether the detected movement trajectory matches the preset circle (S44).

If the detected trajectory coincides with the preset circle, the control unit 407 determines whether the detected circle is a clockwise cause (S45).

If the detected movement locus (detected circle) coincides with the preset clockwise circle, the control unit 407 changes the current map mode to the next map mode (S46). For example, when the detected movement locus (detected circle) coincides with the predetermined clockwise circle, the controller 407 sets the current two-dimensional graphics map mode to the next three- dimensional graphics). Accordingly, when the detected movement locus (detected circle) coincides with the preset clockwise direction circle, the control unit 407 reads the 3D map data stored in the storage unit 404, Data is displayed on the screen.

On the other hand, if the detected trajectory coincides with the predetermined circle, the controller 407 determines whether the detected circle is the counterclockwise direction (S47).

The control unit 407 changes the current map mode to the previous map mode if the detected movement trajectory (detected circle) coincides with the predetermined counterclockwise direction circle (S48). For example, the control unit 407 changes the current 2D map mode to the 2.5D map mode, which is the previous map mode, if the detected movement locus (detected circle) coincides with the predetermined counterclockwise direction circle. Accordingly, when the detected movement locus (detected circle) coincides with the predetermined counter-clockwise direction circle, the control unit 407 reads the 2.5D map data stored in the storage unit 404, D Display the map data on the screen. Here, 2.5 map data means map data in which 2D map data and 3D map data are merged. In addition, the control method of the navigation apparatus according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention can change not only the map mode but also various modes.

Hereinafter, a control apparatus according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to Figs. 6 and 13 to 14. Fig.

13 is a diagram illustrating a control method of a navigation apparatus according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention.

First, the display unit 405 displays a digital map on the display window under the control of the controller 407 when the navigation device 400 is powered on (S51).

The control unit 407 determines whether a destination is selected by the user (S52). If the destination is selected by the user, the controller 407 senses the proximity touch within the display window of the display unit 405 through the proximity sensor (S53). For example, the display unit 405 detects the position of the proximity touch when a pointer (e.g., a finger or a stylus fan) is touched, and transmits position information corresponding to the detected position to the control unit 407. [ .

The control unit 407 detects a movement trajectory between the starting point and the ending point of the proximity position based on the position information at step S54. If the detected movement trajectory is detected in the left / right It is judged whether it has been moved repeatedly (S55).

The control unit 407 stores the map data corresponding to the path from the current vehicle position to the destination when the detected trajectory is repeatedly moved one or more times in the predetermined left / . At this time, the controller 407 performs the guidance service on the basis of the read map data (S56).

FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating the left / right direction indicated by the proximity touch of the user according to the control method according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention.

14, when the detected movement trajectory 14-1 is repeatedly moved one or more times in the predetermined left / right direction as shown in FIG. 14, Reads the map data corresponding to the route from the storage unit 404, and performs the route guidance service based on the read map data.

Hereinafter, a control apparatus according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to Figs. 6 and 15 to 20. Fig.

15 is a diagram illustrating a control method of a navigation apparatus according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

First, the display unit 405 displays a digital map on the display window under the control of the controller 407 when the navigation device 400 is powered on (S61).

The control unit 407 senses the proximity touch within the display window of the display unit 405 through the proximity sensor (S62). For example, the display unit 405 detects the position of the proximity touch when a pointer (e.g., a finger or a stylus fan) is touched, and transmits position information corresponding to the detected position to the control unit 407. [ .

The control unit 407 detects a movement trajectory between the start point and the end point of the proximity position based on the position information (S63), and determines whether the detected movement trajectory matches the preset character (S64).

The control unit 407 performs a function linked to the preset character when the detected movement trajectory matches the predetermined character (S65).

16 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter N displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 16, the controller 407 displays a name search window corresponding to the preset N characters if the detected movement locus 16-1 matches the preset N characters. Accordingly, the user can easily search for information (for example, a destination) by inputting a desired name into the name search window by expressing N characters on the display unit 405. [

17 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter (L) displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 17, the control unit 407 displays a POI search window corresponding to the preset L character if the detected locus 17-1 matches the preset L character. Accordingly, the user can easily search the POI by inputting a desired name into the POI search window by expressing L characters on the display unit 405. [

FIG. 18 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter W displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 18, if the detected movement locus 18-1 matches the predetermined W character, the control unit 407 displays a registration window corresponding to the preset W character (for example, frequently A place registration window) is displayed. Therefore, the user can easily and quickly register a frequently visited place in the registration window by expressing the W character on the display unit 405. [

19 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter S displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

19, the control unit 407 displays a path summary information display window corresponding to the preset S character if the detected movement locus 19-1 matches the preset S character . Accordingly, the user can easily and quickly check the route summary information by expressing the S character on the display unit 405. [

FIG. 20 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter Z displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

20, the control unit 407 performs a guidance voice removing / restoring function corresponding to the preset Z character if the detected movement locus 20-1 matches the preset Z character do. For example, the control unit 407 silences the guidance voice when the Z character is input while outputting the guidance voice. On the other hand, when the guidance voice is silent, the controller 407 outputs a guidance voice when the Z character is input.

Here, the function corresponding to the preset character may be changed by the user, and various characters may be matched to the function desired by the user.

As described above in detail, the method and apparatus for controlling a mobile terminal according to embodiments of the present invention detect a proximity touch and move based on a movement locus of the proximity touch when a pointer is touched in the display window By performing the function of the terminal, the user can easily operate the function of the mobile terminal.

It will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes in form and details may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims. Therefore, the embodiments disclosed in the present invention are intended to illustrate rather than limit the scope of the present invention, and the scope of the technical idea of the present invention is not limited by these embodiments. The scope of protection of the present invention should be construed according to the following claims, and all technical ideas within the scope of equivalents should be construed as falling within the scope of the present invention.

1 is a block diagram showing a vehicle navigation system according to the prior art.

2 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of a mobile communication terminal to which a control apparatus according to a first embodiment of the present invention is applied.

3 is a diagram illustrating a proximity touch process for explaining a control method according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

4 is a flowchart illustrating a control method according to a first embodiment of the present invention applied to a mobile communication terminal.

5 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of a telematics terminal to which a control apparatus according to a second embodiment of the present invention is applied.

6 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a navigation apparatus to which a control apparatus according to a third embodiment of the present invention is applied.

7 is a diagram illustrating a control method of the navigation apparatus according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

8 is a diagram showing a parabola (a downwardly curved parabola) displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

9 is a diagram showing a parabola (a parabola curved upward) displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

10 is a diagram illustrating a control method of a navigation apparatus according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

11 is a diagram illustrating an up / down / left / right direction indicated by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

12 is a diagram illustrating a control method of a navigation apparatus according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention.

13 is a diagram illustrating a control method of a navigation apparatus according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating the left / right direction indicated by the proximity touch of the user according to the control method according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention.

15 is a diagram illustrating a control method of a navigation apparatus according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

16 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter N displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

17 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter (L) displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 18 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter W displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

19 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter S displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 20 is a diagram showing an English alphabet letter Z displayed by a proximity touch of a user according to a control method according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention.

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401: GPS module 402: DR sensor

403: map matching unit 404:

405: Display section 406: Audio output section

407: Control section 408:

500: wireless communication network

Claims (21)

A display unit for sensing a proximity touch; A controller for recognizing a movement trajectory of the proximity touch when the pointer is touched in the display window of the display unit and displaying the recognized movement trajectory on the display window and performing a function of the mobile terminal based on the recognized movement trajectory, / RTI > Wherein, Determines whether the recognized trajectory is repeated a predetermined number of times, And performs the function of the mobile terminal when the recognized movement trajectory is repeated the predetermined number of times. The apparatus of claim 1, Wherein the controller performs the function of the mobile terminal based on a movement trajectory between a start point and an end point of the position of the proximity touch. The apparatus of claim 1, And performs a previously linked function corresponding to a movement trajectory between a start point and an end point of the position of the proximity touch. The display device according to claim 3, A contact sensor for sensing a contact touch; And a proximity sensor for sensing the proximity touch. The apparatus of claim 1, Wherein the map is enlarged or reduced based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch. delete The apparatus of claim 1, And moves the map based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch. The apparatus according to claim 1, A direction, a character, a number, a symbol, a circle, a parabola, and an up / down / left / right direction pattern. The apparatus of claim 1, And performs guidance on the basis of the movement trajectory of the proximity touch. The apparatus of claim 1, And changes the map mode based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch. The method according to claim 1, A GPS module for receiving a global positioning system (GPS) signal and for generating first position data of the vehicle based on the received GPS signal; A dead-reckoning (DR) sensor for generating second position data based on the running direction of the vehicle and the speed of the vehicle; And a map matching unit for generating a vehicle estimated position based on the first position data and the second position data, wherein the control unit provides the guidance information based on the traveling path from the vehicle estimated position to the destination To the mobile terminal. Sensing a proximity touch; Recognizing a movement trajectory of the proximity touch when a pointer is touched in the display window of the display unit; Displaying the recognized movement locus on the display window; Determining whether the movement trajectory has been repeated a predetermined number of times; And performing the function of the mobile terminal when the movement trajectory is repeated the predetermined number of times. 13. The method of claim 12, wherein performing the function of the mobile terminal comprises: Wherein the mobile terminal performs a function of the mobile terminal based on a movement trajectory between a start point and an end point of the position of the proximity touch. 13. The method of claim 12, wherein performing the function of the mobile terminal comprises: And performs a previously linked function corresponding to a movement trajectory between a start point and an end point of the position of the proximity touch. 13. The method of claim 12, wherein performing the function of the mobile terminal comprises: Wherein the map is enlarged or reduced based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch. delete 13. The method of claim 12, wherein performing the function of the mobile terminal comprises: And moving the map based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch. 13. The method according to claim 12, A direction, a character, a number, a symbol, a circle, a parabola, and an up / down / left / right direction pattern. 13. The method of claim 12, wherein performing the function of the mobile terminal comprises: Wherein the guidance is performed based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch. 13. The method of claim 12, wherein performing the function of the mobile terminal comprises: Wherein the map mode is changed based on the movement trajectory of the proximity touch. 13. The method of claim 12, Receiving a global positioning system (GPS) signal and generating first position data of the vehicle based on the received GPS signal; Generating second position data based on the running direction of the vehicle and the speed of the vehicle; Generating a vehicle estimated position based on the first position data and the second position data; Further comprising the step of providing route guidance information based on a traveling route from the vehicle estimated position to a destination.

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