KR20050010416A - Multifunction Portable Learning Aid - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: A multifunction portable learning aid having an examination simulation function is provided to enable testees to efficiently use the aid by offering the examination simulation function sequentially informing a start/finish of all lessons with a preset value, and surely give a morning call by repeating alarm in case that the user does not wake up by the alarm or goes to sleep again. CONSTITUTION: A screen display part(120) displays a menu list and a screen corresponding to a selected function. A selecting/editing part(130) selects/sets a menu through a key input part, and directly edits downloaded data. A storing part(140) stores various kinds of data. A recording/playing part(150) performs an automatic recording function for a record mode and plays audio data for a playback mode. An alarm operator(160) repeatedly generates an alarm sound according to a set frequency/interval on a fixed alarm time. An examination mode operator(180) sequentially informs the start/finish of each lesson according to the value preset to each examination kind, and displays a remaining/progressing time of each lesson for an examination mode.

Description

Multifunction Portable Learning Aid

The present invention relates to a multifunctional portable learning aid, and in particular, to prepare in advance through a test simulation function before a specific test (for example, SAT test, TOEIC test, etc.), and for the examinees to take a number of functions necessary for the examinee's life It's about a multifunctional learning aid that you can give to your device so you can take it with you wherever you go.

In general, the candidates most need a time notice function that can be practiced in the same situation as the actual test in advance for the test and an alarm function that wakes up from the sleep state, the dual time notice function is usually set by the user directly When the test is set up, the number of lessons is simply displayed as a number and the remaining test time is provided. Therefore, the user has to set the time manually according to the type of the test they want to see.

In addition, the use of a clock with a large number of alarm functions, the alarm clock sounds an alarm at the set time, the user is configured to stop the alarm sound when the user presses the alarm stop button, in the case of such an alarm clock the user is asleep Since the alarm stop button on the alarm clock is often pushed in an unconscious state, the user is often awakened and embarrassed after many hours have elapsed from a preplanned time.

For this reason, the user may use one that is difficult to press the alarm stop button, and in some cases, measures such as using a plurality of alarm clocks are taken to counteract the morning weather means.

In addition, the candidate's ability to manage personal schedules, such as a secretary, the ability to manage personal information using an electronic pen or handwriting recognition technology, and a reference source that can be searched at any time by embedding dictionaries or manuals. In order to use a variety of additional functions, such as a personal digital assistant (PDA), the user must purchase an electronic device that supports the function. There was a problem such as hassle with the use of electronic products in accordance with the necessary functions.

Therefore, the present invention was devised to solve the above-mentioned conventional problems, and the test students are provided with the test simulation function of sequentially notifying the beginning and the end of all the teachings with a predetermined value when the examinee mode is selected to effectively use the examinees. The purpose is to make it possible.

In addition, even if the alarm does not wake up or fall asleep again by repeating the alarm to give a more certain wake-up call has its purpose.

In addition, the purpose of the self-study mode, learning mode, such as the convenience of the examinee to include in one device to facilitate the use.

1 is a block diagram showing the configuration of one embodiment of a multifunctional portable learning aid for applying the present invention,

2 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of a multifunctional portable learning aid according to the present invention.

<Description of the symbols for the main parts of the drawings>

100: power supply 101: DC adapter jack (jack)

102: battery hall 110: interface unit

111: USB port 120: Display

130: selection / editing unit 131: key inputting unit

140: storage unit 150: recording / playback unit

151: external microphone connection jack 152: external line connection jack

153: built-in speaker 154: built-in microphone

160: alarm driving unit 170: main control unit

180: examinee mode driving unit 200: support

The multifunctional portable learning aid according to the present invention for achieving the above object is a multifunctional portable learning aid including a screen display means, a selection / editing means, a storage means, and a recording / playback means. At the time of selecting the examination mode, the storage means sequentially notifies the start and end of each lesson according to the preset value for each test type, and displays the remaining time or the progress time of each lesson on the screen display means. Characterized in that configured as a test mode driving means for performing the.

Hereinafter, an embodiment according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Figure 1 is a block diagram showing the configuration of one embodiment of a multifunctional portable learning aid for applying the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 1, a screen display unit 120 displaying a list of menus provided and a screen corresponding to a selected function; A selection / editing unit (130) for providing a function of directly editing a menu selection and setting and downloaded data displayed on the screen display unit (120) through a key input unit (131); A storage unit 140 for storing data downloaded through a network, recording data, and document editing data by the key input unit 131; When the recording mode is selected by the selection / editing unit 130, the empty area of the storage unit 140 is searched and automatically recorded. When the playback mode is selected, the data stored in the storage unit 140 is selected. A recording / reproducing unit 150 for reproducing the corresponding audio data; An alarm driver 160 for repeating an alarm sound according to the number of times and intervals set according to the alarm time set by the selection / editing unit 130; When the examination mode is selected by the selection / editing unit 130, the storage unit 140 sequentially notifies the beginning and the end of each lesson according to a value preset for each test type, and the remaining time or progress of each lesson. Examination mode driving means for displaying a time on the screen display unit 120 to perform a test simulation function; And a main controller 170 for controlling the operation of each component.

The storage unit 140 adopts a nonvolatile memory device such as a flash memory device to prevent the stored contents from being erased even when the power is cut off, and is connected to a PC if necessary through the simultaneous interface unit 110. Transfer the stored data to the outside or download the data from the outside (DOWN-LOAD) and save it. Also, as shown in FIG. 2, a slot 141 is provided to mount a smart memory card (SMC) for capacity expansion.

In addition, the alarm driver 160 writes a message by voice or text through the key input unit 131 and the recording / reproducing unit 150, and stores the message in the storage unit 140 to the selection / editing unit 130. And a scheduler (not shown) for automatically displaying and reproducing the message at predetermined intervals when the self-study mode is selected.

Referring to the operation of the embodiment according to the present invention configured as described above are as follows.

2 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of a multifunctional portable learning aid according to the present invention.

2 is a key input unit 131 for various operations of the multifunctional portable learning aid according to the present invention and an operation display LED (LED) 120 which is a screen display, and is illustrated, and may be connected to various connectors to the learning aid. It is a figure which shows the jack 101, 111, 151, 152, 155 which is present.

Referring to FIG. 2, when a user selects, for example, a test mode among upper menus from a menu list displayed on the screen display unit 120 through a key input unit 131, the storage unit 140 may preview each test type. The test start and end are notified according to the set value, and the remaining time or progress time of each teaching is displayed on the screen display unit 120 to perform a test simulation function.

In other words, for convenience, for example, if the college entrance exam is selected among the test types such as the college entrance examination, the TOEIC test, and the civil service examination, the whole instruction is given 1 minute before the start of the first lesson → the start notice of the first lesson → 10 minutes before the end → Notice → Notice 1 minute before 2nd class → In order to be sequentially noticed, and at the same time as each start notice and displays the remaining time or the progress time according to the user's setting on one side of the screen display unit 120.

In addition, when the examination mode function is performed, the user is notified by lighting, vibration, or sound at a corresponding point in time, and supports a manual setting mode for setting the examination mode function at the user's convenience.

On the other hand, when the alarm mode is set, the number of alarm repetitions and the repetition operation interval are set. At this time, the sound source and volume of the alarm can be changed randomly every time the alarm is activated, and a plurality of repetitive alarm designation functions are supported. (For example, primary alarm for weather starts at 7:00 am, secondary alarm for mission-critical appointments at 4 pm, etc.), and free setting of recurring alarm activation intervals (e.g. In order to stop the alarm for the first time, the alarm after 60 minutes, the alarm after 30 minutes, etc.) and the alarm sound before the specified number of times, press a specific number or button to make the wake-up call more certain.

If recording is started by selecting a recording mode from the upper menu, the audio signal input through the external microphone connected to the internal microphone 154 or the external microphone connection jack 151 is converted into digital audio data from the recording / playback unit 150. The converted and compressed and then stored in the storage unit 140 via the main control unit 170. Subsequently, when the audio signal compressed in the storage unit 140 is selected by the menu selection of the key input unit 131, the audio signal starts to be reproduced in order from the most recently recorded one. If you select the play mode, the recorded content is transferred to the previously recorded content. If you select the erase menu before the playback is completed, the currently played content is erased and the previous content starts playing.

In addition, the present invention, the user can download the document file and the MP3 data made on the PC via the interface unit 110 to edit directly, the document file, video and audio data downloaded at the time of selecting the learning mode screen display unit ( 120) and an electronic pocket book function for viewing or listening through a speaker, a function for using audio data downloaded or stored in an alarm mode as an alarm sound source, and the key input unit 131 and the recording / reproducing unit 150. When a message is created by voice or text and stored in the storage unit 140, the message is automatically displayed and reproduced at set intervals.

As described above, the preferred embodiment of the present invention has been described. The present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, but can be modified and practiced in various ways within the scope of the claims, the detailed description, and the accompanying drawings, which also naturally belong to the scope of the present invention.

As described above, the multifunctional portable learning aid of the present invention enables the preparation of a specific test (SAT test, technical examination, etc.) through a test simulation function when the examination mode is selected, and when the alarm mode is selected, the user does not wake up or wake up again by the alarm. If you fall asleep, you can repeat the alarm to make a clearer wake-up call. Also, by including functions such as self-study mode and study mode for the examinee's convenience in one device, you can conveniently use the electronic products without having to purchase them separately. There is an effect such as.

Claims (8)

In the multifunctional portable learning aid including a display means, selection / editing means, storage means and recording / playback means, At the time of selecting the examination mode by the selection / editing means, the storage means sequentially notifies the beginning and the end of each teaching according to a value preset for each test type, and displays the remaining time or duration of each teaching. And a test mode driving means displayed on the means to perform a test simulation function. The method of claim 1, wherein the examinee mode driving means Multifunction portable learning aids, characterized in that notified to the user by lighting, vibration or sound at the time when the examinee mode function. The method of claim 1, wherein the examinee mode driving means Multifunctional portable learning aid, characterized in that it supports a manual setting mode for setting the test mode function for the user's convenience. 2. A method according to claim 1, wherein in selecting a wake-up mode by said selection / editing means. And an alarm driving means for repeating an alarm sound according to the number of times and intervals set according to the alarm time set by the selection / editing means. The method of claim 4, wherein the alarm driving means Multifunctional portable learning aid, characterized in that the sound source and volume of the alarm is changed randomly every time the alarm is activated. The method of claim 4, wherein the alarm driving means Multi-function portable learning aid that supports multiple repetitive alarm designation function, free setting function of repetitive operation interval, and pressing specific number or button to forcibly terminate alarm sound before specified number of times. The method of claim 4, wherein the alarm driving means When the message is created by voice or text through the input means and the recording / reproducing means and stored in the storage means, the message is automatically displayed and reproduced at predetermined intervals when the self-study mode is selected by the selection / editing means. A multifunctional portable learning aid comprising a scheduler. The method of claim 4, wherein the alarm driving means Multi-function portable learning aids, characterized in that it comprises an electronic pocketbook function to view or hear the downloaded document file, video and audio data through the display unit 120 and the speaker when the learning mode is selected.