KR20060037906A - Method for transmitting message using numeric key in mobile phone - Google Patents

Abstract

Provided are a message transmission method using a numeric key in a mobile communication terminal. In the present invention, when a user inputs a phone number and a message in a numeric key message setting mode and specifies a numeric key for the corresponding message, the terminal stores the input telephone number and the message corresponding to the numeric key. In this state, when the user presses the numeric key for a long time, the stored message is transmitted to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key. When the stored message is sent to the phone number set for the pressed numeric key, it is recommended to perform it only when the current mode is the numeric key message mode. If the current mode is not the numeric key message mode, It is preferable to call the set phone number. The present invention transmits the stored message to the phone number set for the pressed numeric key when the user presses a numeric key or a specific key and the numeric key, so that in case of an emergency such as a fire or robbery invasion It is effective to inform the status quickly and conveniently.

Numeric Keys, Messages, Phone Numbers, Mobile Terminals

Description

Method of transmitting message using numeric key in mobile terminal {Method for transmitting message using numeric key in mobile phone}             

1 is a diagram illustrating an internal structure of a mobile communication terminal for explaining a method for transmitting a message using numeric keys according to the present invention.

2 is a flowchart illustrating a process of setting a phone number and a message corresponding to a numeric key.

3 is a flowchart illustrating a message transmission process using the numeric keys according to an embodiment of the present invention.

4 is a flowchart illustrating a message transmission process using numeric keys according to another embodiment of the present invention.

5A to 5G are screen examples illustrating a process of setting a phone number and a message in response to a numeric key.

6A to 6B are screen examples showing an embodiment in which a message stored in correspondence with a numeric key is transmitted.

The present invention relates to a method for transmitting a message using a numeric key in a mobile communication terminal. More specifically, when a user presses a numeric key for a long time or presses a special key and a numeric key, it is stored as a telephone number set corresponding to the pressed numeric key. The present invention relates to a message transmission method using numeric keys in a mobile communication terminal through which a message is transmitted.

Recently, various additional functions have been added or improved in addition to the main function consisting of a simple call function or a text message function along with the rapid spreading speed of the mobile communication terminal.

Among these additional functions, if you press and hold the numeric keys, there is a shortcut function for calling to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric keys. Such a shortcut function has the convenience that the user can conveniently call the specified number by pressing and holding the numeric keys, but there is a problem that can not quickly cope in an emergency situation, such as when a criminal invades.

The present invention has been proposed to solve the above problems in a mobile communication terminal for transmitting a stored message to a telephone number set for the number key pressed when the user long press the numeric key or press a specific key and the numeric key An object of the present invention is to provide a message transmission method using numeric keys.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a first method for storing an input telephone number and a message corresponding to a corresponding numeric key when a user inputs a telephone number and a message in a numeric key message setting mode and specifies a numeric key for the corresponding message. And a second step of transmitting the stored message to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key when the user presses and holds the numeric key. The second step is performed only when the current mode is the numeric key message mode, and when the current mode is not the numeric key message mode, it is preferable to call the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key.

In another aspect, the present invention when the user inputs a phone number and a message in the numeric key message setting mode and specifies the numeric key for the message, storing the input phone number and the message corresponding to the numeric key and the user with a specific key Pressing a numeric key includes transmitting the stored message to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key.

Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

1 is a diagram illustrating an internal structure of a mobile communication terminal for explaining a method for transmitting a message using numeric keys according to the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 1, the mobile communication terminal according to the present invention includes an input unit 110, a display unit 120, a controller 130, a wireless circuit unit 140, a memory unit 150, and an audio converter 160. do.

The input unit 110 may use various elements such as a keypad and a touch screen, and is used when a user selects a desired function or inputs information.

The display unit 120 displays the state and operation process of the mobile communication terminal.

The controller 130 controls the overall state and operation of the mobile communication terminal and may include a microprocessor or a digital signal processor (DSP). In particular, in the present invention, when the current mode is the numeric key message mode, the controller 130 controls to transmit the stored message to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key when the user presses the numeric key for a long time. In addition, when the current mode is the numeric key message mode, the controller 130 controls to transmit the stored message to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key when the user presses a specific key and the numeric key.

The wireless circuit unit 140 is a transmission / reception circuit for transmitting and receiving voice and control information with a base station wirelessly. Receives a call signal sent by the sender's mobile communication terminal through the antenna and transmits it to the controller 130 or transmits data stored in the memory unit 150 to the receiver's mobile communication terminal through the antenna. do.

The memory unit 150 stores programs and data necessary for the operation and status of the mobile communication terminal or the control of the controller 130, and includes various types of erasable programmable read only memory (EPROM), static random access memory (SRAM), and flash memory. The device can be used. In particular, in the present invention, the memory unit 150 stores the telephone number and the message input by the user in correspondence with the corresponding numeric keys.

The audio converter 160 processes the voice signal of the user input through the microphone (MIC) in a form for transmitting the voice signal through the wireless circuit unit 140, and the voice signal of the call partner input through the wireless circuit unit 140 or the like. It serves to process various audio signals generated by the controller 130 into signals of a type that can be output from the speaker SPK.

Next, FIG. 2 is a flowchart illustrating a process of setting a phone number and a message in response to a numeric key.

First, the user enters the numeric key message setting mode in order to input a message and a telephone number in response to the numeric keys. An example of the screen at this time is shown in FIG. 5A.

In this situation, the user inputs a phone number and a message and specifies a numeric key for the corresponding message (S201). That is, for example, as shown in FIG. 5C, a message to be transmitted and a phone number of the other party are inputted corresponding to the numeric keys. In addition, enter a numeric key for the message.

In this way, the user inputs a phone number and a message and sets the numeric key for the corresponding message. The counterpart corresponding to the numeric key pressed first by pressing the numeric key as shown in FIGS. 5B and 5C is shown. You can also enter a phone number and a message to send.

The telephone number and the message thus input are stored in the memory unit 150 in correspondence with the corresponding numeric keys (S203). An example of the screen at this time is shown in FIG. 5D.

After storing the telephone number and the message in correspondence with the numeric keys in this way, the terminal displays a screen indicating whether to continue setting the message for the other numeric keys as in the screen example shown in Fig. 5E.

When the user requests the message setting for other numeric keys, the terminal provides a screen for inputting a phone number and a message corresponding to the numeric keys as shown in the screen examples shown in FIGS. 5B and 5C.

The phone number and the message stored in this manner can be confirmed through a list item of the numeric key message setting mode as shown in the example of FIG. 5F. That is, when a list item is selected in the state of entering the numeric key message setting mode illustrated in FIG. 5A, the terminal displays the corresponding message stored in correspondence with the numeric keys and the telephone number of the counterpart as shown in FIG. 5F.

In addition, as shown in the example illustrated in FIG. 5G, an item for setting or releasing the numeric key setting mode may be provided so that the user may set or release the numeric key message mode.

3 is a flowchart illustrating a message transmission process using numeric keys according to an embodiment of the present invention.

First, when the user presses and holds the numeric key (YES in S301), the terminal checks whether the current mode is the numeric key message mode (S303). That is, as described with reference to FIG. 2, the current mode is to confirm whether the number key message mode is set for the phone number and the message corresponding to the numeric keys.

If the current mode is set to the numeric key message mode (Yes in S303), the stored message is transmitted to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key (S305).

For example, as shown in the screen example shown in Figure 5c corresponding to the numeric key 7 set the other party's phone number to '011-123-4567' and the message to be sent to this number 'invade your home! Please report it! 'And when the user presses and holds the numeric key 7 with the numeric key message mode set as shown in the example screen shown in FIG. 5g, the terminal is set to' 011-123-4567 'at home. invasion!! Please report it !! ' Examples of screens through which messages are transmitted are illustrated in FIGS. 6A and 6B.

On the other hand, if the current mode is not set to the numeric key message mode (No in S303) the terminal makes a call to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key (S307).

For example, in the screen example shown in FIG. 5G, if the numeric key message mode is turned off, the terminal transmits to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key.

4 is a flowchart illustrating a message transmission process using numeric keys according to another embodiment of the present invention.

First, when a user presses a specific key and a numeric key (S401), it is checked whether the current mode is the numeric key message mode as described in FIG. 3 (S403).

The method of pressing the numeric keys described with reference to FIG. 3 is generally a method of recalling a designated key by pressing and holding the numeric keys. 4 is a method of pressing a specific key and a numeric key, unlike the method described with reference to FIG. 3.

The specific key described here is a key indicating that the numeric key pressed together with the specific key has a function for transmitting a message using the numeric keys. Such a specific key may be used by using a * or # button provided in advance in the terminal, or may be provided by using a separate key having a function of transmitting a message using a numeric key.

If the current mode is the numeric key message mode (YES in S403), the stored message is transmitted to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key in the same manner as described in FIG. 3 (S405). On the other hand, if the current mode is not the numeric key message mode as a result of the check in step 403 (No in S403) is sent to the telephone number set for the pressed numeric key (S407). This has been described in detail with reference to FIG. 3, and thus a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

As mentioned above, although this invention was demonstrated using the Example, these Example is an illustration and is not limited. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that various modifications and changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention.

 As described above, according to the present invention, a message transmission method using a numeric key in a mobile communication terminal is provided. The present invention has an effect that can be conveniently used in an emergency, such as when a fire occurs or the strength is intruded because the message stored in correspondence with the numeric key is transmitted to the designated telephone number.

In addition, the present invention has the effect that can be easily transmitted by using a numeric key to repeatedly transmit a sentence to a frequently contacted party.

Claims (6)

When the user inputs a phone number and a message in a numeric key message setting mode and specifies a numeric key for the corresponding message, storing the input telephone number and message corresponding to the numeric key; The second step of sending a stored message to the phone number set for the pressed numeric key when the user presses and holds the numeric keys Message transmission method using the numeric key in the mobile communication terminal comprising a. The method of claim 1, The second step is performed only when the current mode is the numeric key message mode. The method of claim 2, In the second step, when the current mode is not the numeric key message mode, the method for transmitting a message using the numeric keys in the mobile communication terminal is characterized by calling the telephone number set for the pressed numeric keys. When the user inputs a phone number and a message in a numeric key message setting mode and specifies a numeric key for the corresponding message, storing the input telephone number and the message corresponding to the numeric key; When the user presses a specific key and numeric keys, the second step of sending the stored message to the phone number set for the pressed numeric keys Message transmission method using the numeric key in the mobile communication terminal comprising a. The method of claim 4, wherein The second step is performed only when the current mode is the numeric key message mode. The method of claim 5, In the second step, when the current mode is not the numeric key message mode, the method for transmitting a message using the numeric keys in the mobile communication terminal is characterized by calling the telephone number set for the pressed numeric keys.

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