KR20060030344A - Potable multimedia player with telematics kit - Google Patents

Abstract

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a portable multimedia player (PMP, hereinafter referred to as "MPP"), and in particular, to store and reproduce multimedia data, and to map data and various data and navigation engines according to the present invention. Built-in, in conjunction with the telematics reception kit detachable to the PMP provides a removable telematics PMP that can be selectively used as a portable PMP and portable and vehicle telematics terminal.

Portable Multimedia Player (PMP), Navigation, Telematics, Removable, Portable, Car

Description

Removable telematics PMP {POTABLE MULTIMEDIA PLAYER WITH TELEMATICS KIT}             

1 is a block diagram of a removable telematics PMP in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

Explanation of symbols on the main parts of the drawings

10: Telematics System

20: MIRAI Security System (MSS)

100: portable multimedia player (PMP)

101: PMP control unit 103: audio unit

105: key input unit 107: video unit

109: external interface 111: power supply / charging unit

113: RF unit 115: memory unit

117: data storage

200: Detachable Telematics Receiver Kit

201: Telematics reception kit control unit

203: external interface unit 205: GPS antenna unit

207: GPS receiver 209: RF unit

211: memory unit 213: map data and various data storage unit

215: power supply unit / charging unit 300: wireless / wired communication line

400: additional device 401: wireless / wired communication line

410: camera module 420: GPS antenna module

430: charging module 500: accessories, such as cover

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a portable multimedia player (PMP, hereinafter referred to as "MPP"), and in particular, to store and reproduce multimedia data, and to map data and various data and navigation engines according to the present invention. The present invention relates to a built-in and detachable telematics PMP which can be selectively used as a portable PMP and a portable and vehicle telematics terminal by interworking with a telematics reception kit detachable to the PMP.

In general, a navigation device comprises a data storage means for storing map data and various data, a display means for outputting image information, and a GPS module for communicating with a navigation system. Provides a variety of searches based on recent destination search, registration point search, facility name, facility classification, address, etc. so that users can search for the location and set the destination using the built-in map. It is an electronic device that supports road guidance so that it can be easily reached.

Recently connected to road and traffic information system, vehicle or road by providing visual and audible telematics service in the early stage by combining various additional information including traffic jams and traffic accident news with map information. It becomes guidebook of service in search.

Currently used navigation and telematics devices can be broadly divided into automotive and portable. The portable navigation device embeds map data and various kinds of data into a PDA, and detects a current location through wireless communication with a navigation and telematics system, and provides a route guidance service to a destination.

In addition, the vehicle is built in or external to one side of the dashboard (Dash Board) of the vehicle to store the map data and various data necessary for the guidance on the CD or memory, and communicate with the navigation and telematics system to combine the driving information with the map image It will provide navigation and telematics services.

However, the conventional portable navigation device is large and heavy because the PDA includes both the communication system and the communication module for communication, and thus the efficiency as portable becomes low. Accordingly, the conventional portable navigation device uses a navigation service in addition to using the navigation service. There was a problem that the PDA does not utilize various functions.

In addition, the conventional vehicle navigation device is economically burdened because the available space is limited to the inside of the vehicle despite the high cost, the portable navigation device must be provided separately.

In addition, the conventional navigation device for a vehicle provides a service such as a TV, a VOD, etc. by interlocking with various multimedia devices in a vehicle, in addition to a navigation service, but this is merely using a display unit constituting the navigation device as an image output means. There is a lack of applications that can ensure the safety and comfort of the user by using telematics devices and services including functions.

Accordingly, an object of the present invention to solve the above problems is to provide a navigation function using a portable multimedia player (PMP), which has a unique function of storing and playing multimedia data. It is to provide a removable telematics PMP that can provide a telematics function to include.

In addition, an object of the present invention for solving the above problems is to provide a telematics function including a navigation function as well as a unique function of storing and playing multimedia data at a low cost by using a telematics reception kit detachably linked to PMP. It is to provide a removable telematics PMP that can be.

More specifically, an object of the present invention for solving the above problems is the map data and various data for the telematics function including a navigation function using a high performance CPU and a large memory space of the PMP to store and play multimedia data and By embedding a navigation engine and configuring a communication module communicating with a telematics system as a telematics reception kit detachable from the PMP, when the PMP is detached from the telematics reception kit, the multimedia storage and playback function is selectively performed. The present invention provides a detachable telematics PMP that can be used as a telematics PMP providing a telematics function including a PMP and a navigation function.

In addition, another object of the present invention for solving the above problems is a PMP having a telematics function including a navigation function in addition to a unique function of storing and playing multimedia data in a telematics reception kit having a communication module communicating with a telematics system. The present invention provides a detachable telematics PMP that can be utilized as a telematics terminal for a vehicle when the PMP is installed in the telematics reception kit by being designed to be detachably attached to the vehicle.

In addition, another object of the present invention for solving the above problems is to provide a removable telematics PMP that can ensure the safety of the body of the user in the vehicle by interworking with a remote security system through wireless communication. have.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention is:

A telematics receiver kit having a communication module including a GPS antenna and a GPS receiver for communicating with a telematics system;

A telematics function including map data and various data storage means for storing and reproducing multimedia data, storing map data and various data, and a control means for driving a navigation engine, and including a navigation function when mounted in the telematics reception kit. PMP for providing a Potable Multimedia Player (PMP);

An interface unit for transmitting and receiving data and control signals between the PMP and the telematics reception kit; provides a removable telematics PMP.

In addition, in the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the telematics reception kit is mounted inside the vehicle, and the telematics function including the vehicle navigation function is provided when the PMP is mounted.

In addition, in the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the interface unit is provided in the PMP and the telematics reception kit, respectively, characterized in that at least any one of the wired and wireless interface method.

In the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the interface unit may further include a power interface applied to the PMP from the telematics reception kit.

In addition, in the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the telematics reception kit further includes a power supply unit for supplying power to the PMP through the interface unit when the PMP is mounted.

In addition, the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention is characterized in that the charging unit is provided in at least one of the interior and exterior of at least one of the PMP and the telematics reception kit.

In addition, in the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the telematics reception kit may further include map data and various data storage means.

In addition, in the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the telematics reception kit is separated from the main body of the telematics reception kit, installed in one side of the vehicle, and further provided with an RF unit for wireless communication with the separated GPS antenna. It is characterized by.

In addition, the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention is characterized in that the at least one of the telematics reception kit and the PMP further includes a camera in any one of the interior and exterior.

In addition, the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention is installed in one side of the vehicle, characterized in that it further comprises a camera for wireless communication with at least one of the telematics reception kit and the PMP.

In addition, in the removable navigation PMP according to the invention is characterized in that the PMP further comprises an RF unit for wireless communication with the camera installed in the vehicle.

In addition, in the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the telematics reception kit is characterized in that the wireless transmission of the data captured by the camera to the remote security system.

In addition, the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention is characterized in that it further comprises a blocking cover for blocking sunlight or reflected light in at least one of the telematics reception kit and the PMP.

In the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the PMP may download the map data and various data from an external data supply means such as the Internet, a CD, and store the map data and various data storage means.

In addition, in the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the telematics reception kit is characterized in that it further comprises a speaker.

In the removable navigation PMP according to the present invention, the map data and various data storage means may be provided in at least one of a memory card and a memory stick.

Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. First of all, in adding reference numerals to the components of each drawing, it should be noted that the same components have the same reference numerals as much as possible even if they are displayed on different drawings. Detailed descriptions of well-known functions and configurations that are determined to unnecessarily obscure the subject matter of the present invention will be omitted.

1 is a block diagram of a removable telematics PMP according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

As shown, the removable telematics PMP according to the present invention is composed of a PMP 100, a telematics reception kit 200 and the interface unit 300.

The removable telematics PMP 100 according to the present invention stores and reproduces multimedia data which is a function unique to PMP, map data and various data storage means 117 for storing map data and various data, and control means for driving a navigation engine. It is provided with a 101, and provides a telematics function including a navigation function when mounted on the telematics reception kit 200.

To this end, the PMP 100 includes a control unit 101, a memory unit 115, a power supply unit and a charging unit 111, an audio unit 103, a video unit 107, and a key input unit 105 included in a general portable multimedia player. And a video data and audio data storage 117.

The controller 101 performs overall control of the PMP 100 to perform a PMP-specific function of storing and playing multimedia data.

In particular, the control unit 101 further includes a navigation engine and the like to support a telematics function including a navigation function according to the present invention when the PMP 100 is mounted on the telematics reception kit 200. And a telematics service including navigation through a control program.

The memory unit 115 stores programs, tools, and necessary data for driving various functions of the PMP 100, and inputs and outputs them under the control of the controller 101.

The power supply unit and the charging unit 111 receives power applied from the outside, supplies power to each component, and charges the input power. At this time, the charging unit may be provided in a built-in or external type, and can be attached and detached from the body of the PMP 100 as needed. The case in which the charging unit 111 is detachably provided is illustrated in the form of a charging module 430 as shown in FIG. 1.

The external power input through the power supply unit and the charging unit 111 is a power of a predetermined voltage converted through a predetermined transformer, and in particular, may be applied through the telematics reception kit 200 according to the present invention.

In addition, when the telematics reception kit 200 is mounted on a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention, power supplied from the vehicle is applied through the telematics reception kit 200.

The audio unit 103 is a concept of managing a vocoder, an amplifier, a speaker, and an earphone for storing, recording, and reproducing audio data under the control of the control unit 101. The audio unit 103 is basically provided in a general multimedia player. Since it is a part, it can obscure the summary of this invention, and is shown briefly.

On the other hand, the speaker may be provided in the telematics reception kit 200.

The video unit 107 is a concept of managing a D / A converter, an RGB encoder, a display unit, etc. for storing, recording, and reproducing video data under the control of the controller 101, similarly to the audio unit 103. Since it is a basic component provided in a general multimedia player, it may briefly illustrate the gist of the present invention.

The key input unit 105 is a collection of keys or buttons used by a user to drive a function of the PMP 100, and generates a corresponding input signal according to a user's key input. When the 100 and the telematics reception kit 200 are combined, an input signal according to a corresponding key input of a user is generated to perform a telematics function including a navigation function.

The video data and audio data storage unit 117 is also a component that is basically provided in a general multimedia player, and is generally stored in a storage space provided by a hard disk without division of video data or audio data. Since a storage space for storing data is also provided, it is shown separately to express this.

In this case, the video data, the audio data, the map data and various data may be provided in a memory card or memory stick form so as to be detachable.

In addition, in the detachable telematics PMP according to the present invention, the map data and various data may be embedded from the time the PMP 100 is shipped, and downloaded from an external data supply means such as the Internet 30 or CD after being shipped. You may.

In addition, the PMP 100 according to the present invention further includes an RF unit 113 and an interface unit 109. The RF unit 113 transmits and receives data and control signals with an external device such as a camera 410 using short-range wireless communication such as Bluetooth, infrared communication, and the like. The interface unit 109 receives the telematics. It transmits and receives a data signal, a control signal, and a power signal with the kit 200.

The camera 410 may be installed internally or externally in the PMP 100, and may be installed internally or externally in the telematics reception kit 200.

In addition, when the telematics reception kit 200 is mounted on a vehicle, it is preferable that the telematics reception kit 200 is installed at one side of the inside of the vehicle in order to ensure safety by protecting the body of the vehicle occupant.

The picture taken by the camera 410 is transmitted to the security system 20 of the remote place through the communication module of the telematics reception kit 200 to identify and confirm the location, and various types of security measures as necessary. Can be taken. The MSS system 20, which stands for MIRAI Security System, shows a virtual security system provided by the applicant of the present invention.

Accordingly, by installing the camera 410 in a vehicle equipped with a removable telematics PMP according to the present invention, by interlocking the security system 20, it is possible to ensure the safety of the vehicle occupants.

The telematics reception kit 200 is navigable through the display unit of the video unit 107 provided in the PMP 100 in conjunction with the map data and various data and navigation engines provided in the PMP 100 according to the present invention. An apparatus for providing a telematics service including a service, comprising: a communication module including a GPS antenna 205 and a GPS receiver 207 for communicating with a telematics system 10 at a remote location wirelessly.

In the detachable telematics PMP according to the present invention, the telematics reception kit 200 is mounted on a vehicle to provide a telematics function including a navigation function for a vehicle when the PMP is mounted, and detached from the vehicle as needed to remove the PMP 100. ) Can provide telematics functionality, including portable navigation.

In addition, the telematics reception kit 200 includes an interface unit 203 for communication with the PMP 100, and receives power from an external power source and applies it to each unit, and a power unit / charge unit 215 for charging An RF unit 209 for communicating with the camera 410, a program and tool for driving various functions of the telematics reception kit 200, and a memory unit 211 for storing necessary data; The control unit 201 controls the overall telematics reception kit 200 and performs various functions for providing a telematics service including navigation in association with the PMP 100.

In particular, when the telematics reception kit 200 is mounted on a vehicle, the power supply / charger 215 is provided in a form corresponding to the power supply jack of the vehicle so as to receive power from the vehicle power. The charging unit 215 may not be provided. When the charging unit 215 is detachably provided, the charging unit 215 is provided in the form of a charging module 430.

In addition, the telematics reception kit 200 may further include map data and various data storage means 213 for storing map data and various data, and the map data and various data storage means 213 are removable. It may be provided in the form of a memory card or memory stick.

Meanwhile, the telematics reception kit 200 separates the GPS antenna 205 communicating with the telematics system 10 at a remote location from the main body as necessary and installs it at one side of the vehicle, and the RF unit 209. Or communicate with each other via a wired line. At this time, it is preferable to perform wireless communication for aesthetics and design convenience inside the vehicle.

On the other hand, the RF unit 209 of the telematics reception kit 200 is capable of wireless communication with the camera 410.

The interface unit 300 transmits and receives data and control signals between the PMP 100 and the telematics reception kit 200, and when the PMP 100 is mounted on the telematics reception kit 200, the telematics Power is interfaced so that power can be supplied from the receiving kit 200 to the PMP 100.

The interface unit 300 may be configured separately from the PMP 100 and the telematics reception kit 200, and the interface units 109 and 203 provided in the PMP 100 and the telematics reception kit 200. It may be configured to include a wired and wireless communication line.

Meanwhile, when the PMP 100 according to the present invention is mounted on the telematics reception kit 200 mounted on a vehicle and used as a vehicle telematics terminal while the vehicle is in operation, the display screen contents may be displayed due to sunlight or reflected light from inside or outside. In case it is difficult to check, at least one of the telematics reception kit 200 and the PMP 100 further includes a blocking cover 500 for blocking sunlight or reflected light.

The blocking cover 500 is provided to be rotatable by a conventional coupling means to be detachable to the telematics reception kit 200 or the PMP 100, it may be implemented as a retractable if necessary.

As described above, the detachable telematics PMP according to the present invention is detachably equipped with a telematics reception kit including a communication module for communicating with a telematics system, which is easy to carry and selectively takes full advantage of an inherent function of storing and playing multimedia data. Telematics services, including navigation, are available for portable and vehicle use.

On the other hand, in the detailed description of the present invention has been described with reference to specific embodiments, of course, various modifications are possible without departing from the scope of the invention. Therefore, the scope of the present invention should not be limited to the described embodiments, but should be defined not only by the scope of the following claims, but also by the equivalents of the claims.

As described above, the present invention designes a communication module that communicates with a telematics system as a telematics reception kit, and interoperates with a PMP to be detachably connected to realize portable miniaturization and to store and reproduce multimedia data. There is an advantage to provide a removable telematics PMP that can fully utilize the telematics services including navigation.

In addition, the present invention has an effect that can be used as a portable and vehicle telematics terminal by attaching and detaching as necessary by providing a telematics reception kit to the PMP.

Accordingly, a telematics reception kit and a removable PMP can realize both data storage and playback functions, a telematics function including a portable navigation function, and a telematics function including a vehicle navigation function, thereby reducing costs and utilizing devices. very big.

In addition, according to the present invention, since each component of the telematics device for the telematics service including the navigation is distributed and mounted to the PMP and the telematics reception kit, the mounting space occupied by the vehicle navigation module when the vehicle is mounted is reduced, thereby making it efficient to design and deploy the inside of the vehicle. There is an effect to increase.

In addition, the present invention by using the camera module added to the vehicle interior or PMP or telematics reception kit by interlocking with a remote security system via wireless communication, the effect of ensuring the safety of the user of the vehicle on board There is.

Claims (16)

A telematics receiver kit having a communication module including a GPS antenna and a GPS receiver for communicating with a telematics system; A telematics function including map data and various data storage means for storing and reproducing multimedia data, storing map data and various data, and a control means for driving a navigation engine, and including a navigation function when mounted in the telematics reception kit. PMP for providing a Potable Multimedia Player (PMP); And an interface unit configured to transmit and receive data and control signals between the PMP and the telematics reception kit. The method of claim 1, wherein the telematics reception kit, Removable telematics PMP mounted on the inside of the vehicle, characterized in that to provide a telematics function including a vehicle navigation function when the PMP is mounted. The method of claim 1 or 2, wherein the interface unit, Removable telematics PMP is provided in the PMP and the telematics reception kit, respectively, characterized in that at least one of the communication method of wired and wireless. The method of claim 3, wherein the interface unit, Removable telematics PMP further comprises a power interface applied to the PMP from the telematics reception kit. The method of claim 1 or 2, wherein the telematics reception kit, Removable telematics PMP when the PMP is mounted, further comprising a power supply for supplying power to the PMP through the interface unit receives external power. The method of claim 5, Removable telematics PMP is characterized in that the charging unit is provided in at least one of the interior and exterior of the PMP and the telematics reception kit. The method of claim 1 or 2, wherein the telematics reception kit, Removable telematics PMP further comprises a map data and various data storage means. The method of claim 2, wherein the telematics reception kit, The GPS antenna is detached from the telematics reception kit body and installed at one side of the vehicle, and the RF unit for wireless communication with the separated GPS antenna further comprises a removable telematics PMP. The method according to claim 1 or 2, The at least one of the telematics reception kit and the PMP is detachable telematics PMP further comprises a camera in any one of the interior and exterior. The method of claim 2, Removable telematics PMP is installed in one side of the vehicle, further comprising a camera for wireless communication with at least one of the telematics reception kit and the PMP. The method of claim 10, wherein the PMP, A detachable telematics PMP further comprising an RF unit for wireless communication with the camera installed inside the vehicle. The method of claim 10, wherein the telematics reception kit, Removable telematics PMP characterized in that the wireless transmission of the data captured by the camera to the remote security system. The method according to claim 1 or 2, At least one of the telematics reception kit and the PMP is detachable telematics PMP further comprises a blocking cover for blocking sunlight or reflected light. The method of claim 1, wherein the PMP, Removable telematics PMP, characterized in that for downloading the map data and various data from the external data supply means, such as the Internet, CD and stored in the map data and various data storage means. The method of claim 1 or 2, wherein the telematics reception kit, Removable telematics PMP further comprises a speaker. The method of claim 7, wherein the map data and various data storage means, Removable telematics PMP, characterized in that provided in the form of at least one of a memory card and a memory stick.

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