WO2006058650A1

WO2006058650A1 - Multi-functional fitting

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Publication number: WO2006058650A1
Application number: PCT/EP2005/012559
Authority: WO
Inventors: Cornelis Bolderheij Fok
Original assignee: Cornelis Bolderheij Fok
Priority date: 2004-11-29
Filing date: 2005-11-24
Publication date: 2006-06-08

Abstract

The invention relates to a multi-functional fitting (1) which consists of an outflow fitting (2) for one or more fluids (18, 19) which can alter in their state, a sensor device (3), a supply device (10) for the fluids (18,19), a display (4) and a control device (5). The outflow fitting (2) is modular and comprises a fitting tube (2') comprising a fitting insert (50) which is used to guide the fluid and a control head (69) for the electric installation which are arranged in a detachable manner on the upper end of the fitting tube (2'). The fitting insert (50) comprises several internal channels (54) which are connected on the inlet side to pipe couplings for the, preferably, pipe-shaped fluid lines (9,9',9'') and on the outlet side in the cover area to outlet openings (6,7,8) for different fluids. Corresponding passage openings (68) are provided in the covering of the fitting tube (2').

Description

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The invention relates to a multi-function fitting with the features in the preamble of the main claim.

Such a multifunctional fitting is known from WO 2004/001142 Al. It consists of an outlet fitting for one or more, optionally in their state variable fluids, a sensor device, a supply device for the fluid or the (e), a display and a controller.

DE-A 199 27 230 shows another

Multi-function valve. It consists of an outlet fitting for a plurality of fluids, a sensor device, a supply device for the fluids and a controller. The outlet fitting has several contactlessly switchable via the sensor

Outlet openings for the fluids. Above all, these are water, disinfectants, soap and the like .. The previously known multi-functional fitting is successfully used in the private sanitary sector, but also in the medical or industrial sector and especially in the hospital for disinfecting the hands in the operating room.

It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved multifunction fitting.

The invention solves this problem with the features in the main claim.

The particularly convenient for handling and maintenance multifunction fitting is modular and consists of a fitting tube, in which a fitting insert for the fluid guide and a control head are housed for the electrical system. These modules are preferably arranged detachably in the fitting tube and can optionally be replaced individually.

In the control head, the display, the sensor device, the associated board and possibly a separate power supply are housed together in a common housing and connected to form a unit. This control head can be easily mounted in the upper opening of the tubular outlet fitting and replaced if necessary. If a separate microprocessor is arranged on the board, which processes and processes the data of the sensor device and the display, the electrical cable expenditure can be extended. When using an internal power supply, in particular a battery in the control head and in the supply device, and when using a wireless signal transmission by radio or the like. For controlling can be completely dispensed with cable. This facilitates the maintenance and replacement of the control head.

If the control head is operated with a battery, it may be advantageous for reasons of capacity to move a possibly energy-hungry visual display away from the fitting head to another point of the multifunctional apparatus or into the washbasin area and to connect it to the more powerful power supply of the supply device.

Also advantageous is the use of a fitting insert having internal fluid channels with inlet-side hose connections and outlet-side outlet openings for the various fluids. The valve insert can be inserted into the upper tube opening of the outlet fitting and fixed in the desired position by means of an externally screwed-in aerator or a nozzle insert. The aerator or the nozzle insert can by a corresponding Passage opening in the jacket of the outlet pipe used in the associated outlet opening of the valve insert and in particular screwed. In the event of damage or maintenance, the entire valve insert can be replaced. The fluid lines are preferably formed as elastic tubes and can be connected in a suitable manner quickly releasably connected to the fitting insert.

At the upper end of the dashboard insert can also

Be mounted control head, so that the whole unit can be exchanged as a common part when needed. The maintenance effort is thereby significantly reduced. In addition, it is favorable in terms of construction costs and manufacturing costs, the valve insert form multiple parts and provide for the more aggressive fluids, such as disinfectant, soap or the like., A special insert block, which consists of a corrosion-resistant material. If required, the insert block can be detached from the fitting insert and replaced individually.

The assignment of one or more displays, in particular a graphic visual display, to the multifunction faucet offers various advantages for the safe, practical and intuitive operation of the

Multi-function valve. In this case, the operator can be informed by optical signaling, in addition, but also by acoustic means, in which operating state, the multifunction fitting is, what changes proceed by influencing the operator and what are the set and actual values of fluid conditions, eg the desired and the water temperature reached , Special operating states, such as a cleaning mode but also problem or alarm situations can also be signaled. In addition, an operator prompt, in particular a user manual in written form or with self-explanatory symbols or pictograms, can be given via the display. It is also possible to navigate through various programs for controlling the multifunction fitting. The display also allows programming and / or parameterization of the controller by input to the multifunction fitting.

By the turn with the control of

Multifunctional Fixture Connected display allows the operator to operate the device in a simpler, more targeted and faster manner. Operating errors can be largely excluded.

Furthermore, a reading device can be connected to the multifunctional fitting and operated via the display, which recognizes certain characteristics of the persons approaching, and e.g. Persons based on a transponder signal, a barcode or the like. Identify. This can be used, for example, monitor the prescribed washing cycles of the personnel. The compliance with certain washing instructions or sequences or sequences of washing processes with soap, rinsing, disinfecting, etc. can be controlled. This is e.g. in the

Catering or hospital area to control and demonstrate compliance with hygiene requirements.

The multifunctional fitting may also comprise an acoustic detection and recognition system and / or input system, in particular a speech recognition system. This can serve different purposes. On the one hand, the multi-function fitting can be used with voice commands or other acoustic signals.

On the other hand, a person identification is possible, for example, serve the aforementioned controls and evidence - O " ^**

can.

Furthermore, it is advantageous if the control of the multi-function fitting can be connected via a suitable DFU interface to a higher-level control. This can be realized in conjunction with a reader or a proximity sensor an alarm system circuit. The multifunctional fitting with its sensors and with their display can thus also for other superordinate purposes, e.g. be used within the framework of a building or hotel management.

The optical display associated with the multi-function fitting may be a graphics-capable self-illuminating display or a field display. Particularly favorable for this purpose are organic LEDs. Alternatively, it can be an image projection device with a projector and a projection surface. In one variant, the complete image projection device can be accommodated on the multifunctional fitting, wherein the image visible to the operator is produced at the outlet fitting, preferably at its head region. In a further modification, the projector can be mounted in the outlet fitting and throw an image out onto an external projection surface. The image thereby becomes visible with magnification elsewhere, e.g. in a mirror behind the washstand, a neighboring wall or the like ..

In the subclaims further advantageous embodiments of the invention are given. The invention is illustrated by way of example and schematically in the drawings. In detail show:

FIG. 1: a multifunctional fitting with a display in a schematic side view,

FIG. 2 shows a top view of the display according to arrow II of FIG. 1,

FIG. 3 shows a variant of the multifunctional fitting of FIG. 1 with a different display and an acoustic detection system in side view;

FIG. 4 shows the associated plan view of the display,

5 shows a variant of the multi-function fitting and the display in a broken and enlarged side view,

FIGS. 6 to 8 variants of the optical display,

Figure 9: a variant of the multi-function fitting of

FIG. 1,

Figure 10: an enlarged and partially cut

Side view of the multifunction faucet of

FIG. 9,

FIG. 11: an enlarged cross section of the

Fitting head of Figure 10 with a fitting insert, a control head and a variant of the display,

12 and 13: end views of the display of Figure 11 according to arrow XII, XIII, Figure 14 to 16: a variant of the fitting head of

FIG. 11 with an insert block; in different views and

FIG. 17 shows a further variant of the multifunctional fitting of FIG. 9 with battery operation and another arrangement of the display.

In the drawings, a multi-function fitting (1) is shown, which is provided for the discharge of one or more fluids.

FIGS. 1 to 8 show a multifunctional fitting (1) which shows some design features from WO 2004/001142 A1. FIGS. 9 to 17 show further developed embodiments of the multifunctional fitting (1).

In the embodiments shown, the multi-function fitting (1) consists of an outlet fitting (2), which is designed in the manner of a faucet or water crane and, for. can be mounted on the edge of a washbasin. The outlet fitting (2) has one or more outlet openings (6, 7, 8) for one or more fluids, e.g. Water, soap, disinfectant or the like .. In the embodiment of Figure 1, the three aforementioned fluids are delivered in the desired order or possibly also a desired mixture. In the case of the fitting of FIG. 3, only water at the desired temperature is emitted via the single outlet opening (6). The multifunctional fitting (1) also has a supply device (10) for the fluid (s).

As schematically indicated in Figure 1, the controller (5) may have a remote data transmission interface (38), for example, wirelessly by radio, ultrasound, infrared or the like. Works or as a wire connection with plugs. This dial-up interface (38) is used for communication with various other units. This can be, for example, a higher-level control (39) shown in FIG. 1, to which further units, eg an alarm system (40), can be connected. The higher-level controller (39) can serve different purposes. On the one hand, this may be a control with which several multifunction valves (1) are combined for common control. The higher-level controller (39) may alternatively or additionally also be a controller for the room or building management.

In addition, the multi-function fitting (1) comprises a sensor device (3) together with a connected

Control (5) and at least one display (4), which is also connected to the controller (5) in a suitable manner, for example via electrical lines (27). The power supply of the parts can be done in any suitable manner, for example via a regulated or unregulated power supply, one or more batteries, rechargeable batteries or the like. The controller (5) is formed in the embodiment shown as a separate component and arranged at a suitable location, for example in the area of the supply device (10). Alternatively, it can also be integrated in the outlet fitting (2). The controller (5) comprises at least one microprocessor (35) together with associated data and program memory as well as interfaces to the controlled parts of the multifunctional fitting (1) and input / output units for the data, eg programming interfaces, etc. In the or the data memory ( n) at least one function program of the type described in more detail below is deposited, which is processed by the microprocessor (35) for controlling or regulating the individual parts of the multi-function fitting (1) and their function. In the embodiments shown, the display (4) is designed as a visual display and is located on the front side of a fitting head (36), which at the upper end of the water outlet fitting (2) is arranged. The display (4) can be seen by the operator from the front in the usual use or operating position of such fittings. The operator can thereby at a glance capture both the water outlet fitting (2) and the fluids discharged there, as well as the display (4). This shape and positioning of the display (4) is ergonomically particularly favorable, because the information to the operator during the hand washing, disinfecting or the like. Be transmitted without having to turn his head.

The sensor device (3) can be designed differently. In the variant of FIGS. 1 and 2, it comprises three sensors with different active and scanning directions. The sensors work without contact and react to the existence of human body parts, especially the hands, in their touch area. The upper sensors (22) have a sensing area directed upwards at the outlet fitting (2). The lower sensors (23) act in the opposite direction down. The sensors (26) have a pointing from the outlet fitting (2) forward to the operator direction of action and determine the existence or approach of an operator. Via the front sensor (26), e.g. a person with disabilities can switch on the multifunctional fitting (1) by moving the head and, if necessary, also control it with a suitable program design.

In the embodiment of Figures 3 and 4, there are two up and down sensors (22, 23) and two lateral sensors (24, 25) directed to the left and right. The aforementioned sensors can be designed in any suitable constructive manner and based on any suitable physical measurement and detection principles. For example, in the illustrated embodiment, there are infrared sensors, such as flashlamps, which detect and signal the infrared light reflected from a nearby human body part to the controller (5). The sensors and the controller (5) are also connected in any suitable manner, for example by electrical lines (27). The infrared sensors include a transmitting and a receiving element, which are arranged closely adjacent to each other. Figures 2 and 4 show this arrangement.

The sensors (22, 23, 24, 25, 26) are preferably all located on the front side of an electrical circuit board (21) and are distributed at their edge in the circumferential direction. The arrangement is preferably chosen so that the sensors have geometrically clearly separate tactile and effective areas that do not overlap each other. The board (21) preferably has a shape adapted to the face of the fitting head (36) and is e.g. designed as a circular disc.

FIG. 3 also illustrates an alternative or additional variant of the sensor device (3), which is designed as an acoustic detection and recognition system. Via an acoustic noise pickup (82), e.g. is designed as a microphone, acoustic sounds can be recorded and possibly detected and interpreted. The detection system (81) can be used in particular as

Speech recognition system for spoken operator commands to be trained. The microphone (82) is connected via a line to the controller (5) or another controller, which has an evaluation device for the evaluation and interpretation of the detected sounds. This can be, in particular, a voice recognition software with which voice commands are recognized, interpreted and translated into corresponding voice commands Control signals are implemented. Alternatively, operator commands may also be entered as any other operator generated noise or noise codes. For example, a noise code may be a particular rhythm of verbal sounds or other sounds generated in any manner.

The microphone can be present one or more times and can be arranged at any point of the multi-function fitting (1). For example, it is according to Figure 3 at the base of the outlet fitting (2). It can also be housed separately from the outlet fitting (2) at the sink edge or elsewhere. FIG. 10 illustrates a variant in which the microphone (82) is accommodated on the head of the outlet fitting (2).

The visual display (4) is preferably graphics capable and is e.g. formed as a field display (29) or as a display (30) and is preferably also on the front of the board (21). The display (4) is in this case positioned between the sensors arranged in the outer circumference. As illustrated in Figure 1, the circuit board (21), the sensors and the display (4) can be surrounded by an infrared transparent cover (28), which also conveniently permits optical detection of the display (4) from the front.

Depending on the type of sensor, the cover (28) may also be designed differently. The cover (28) may for example consist of a opaque and opaque material which is permeable only to the infrared light. The display (4) in this case can be placed on the outside of the front panel of the cover (28) or integrated in the front panel. The cover (28) may alternatively cover the optical display (4) and be transparent in this area. The cover (28) preferably forms a housing which can be fastened to the upper end of the outlet fitting (2), in which the components of the sensor device (3), the optical display (4) and optionally a miniaturized control (5) are housed.

The cover (28) can be a part of the fitting head (36) and form the mounting unit for fastening the sensor device (3) and the display (4) to the outlet fitting (2). The fixation on the usually metallic outlet fitting (2) can be done in any way. Under the circuit board (21) and its preferably only front-mounted sensor device (3), a sealing compound (37) in the cover (28) is introduced, which provides a seal against moisture and against gases, e.g. Lead and tin vapors offers.

In FIGS. 1 and 2, in a simpler embodiment, the optical display (4) is designed as a field display (29). This consists of one or more self-luminous fields or display elements arranged side by side, e.g. consist of LEDs with different colors. The display information may be about the color of the on-LED and / or the type of light, e.g. Continuous or flashing light with constant or variable rhythms are signaled. In the field display

(29) are e.g. next to each other a red, a green and a blue LED (32,33,34) arranged.

In another variant, the field display (29) may consist of small graphics capable self-luminous display elements, for example, consist of a large number of small LED lights or other small luminous points in a dense matrix form. Such a field display (29) can be connected to a corresponding image drive unit that allows it to be applied to the individual Display fields more complex image content, such as symbols, numbers or letters or self-explanatory pictograms represent.

In the variant of FIG. 4, the optical display (4) is designed as a graphic-capable display (30). Such a display may convey more complex information than the field indication (29) described above. It may also be designed differently for this purpose and has e.g. a self-luminous dot matrix of small LEDs, liquid crystal (LCD's) or other elements. Possibly. the display (4) has a backlight for passive matrix elements. As Figure 4 illustrates, e.g. on the display (30) a number, here the water temperature, are displayed. In correspondingly more complex displays (30), information may also be provided in other ways, e.g. multicellular with marque or the like be signaled.

The graphics-capable display (30), in contrast to the field display (29) forms a larger contiguous display area in the manner of a screen or monitor in the small format. This can be eg a TFT monitor. The display (30) can also be designed as a touch-sensitive touchscreen that allows inputs by touching special sensitive areas. In particular, the field display (29) and the display (30) allow a color representation. On a graphics-capable display (30) can be transmitted in addition to the simple state information more complex information, for example in the form of a user manual or menu navigation. Such a display facility allows the use of a more complex control and the implementation of a significantly increased range of functions in the multi-function fitting (1). In the case of a sensor device (3) or a speech recognition system (81) for controlling the Multi-function fitting (1) via voice commands, the display (4) can also communicate the expected and permissible control commands. Here, a menu guide with language selection may be present, the operator first selects the appropriate language for him by input and then receives all other requirements in the selected language.

FIG. 6 shows an embodiment of the display (30) for this purpose. The upper area contains text or display fields (42) for operator information. On the lower edge of the display are selectively displayable switching or symbol fields (43) for a menu navigation or an input in the case of a touch screen. As touch panels of a touch screen, they can be targeted and directly to the

Triggering the desired function can be actuated. As symbol fields, they are assigned to the adjacent sensors (23, 24, 25) and indicate which function is triggered when the sensor is activated. About such a visual display (4) and the information appearing here, messages and acknowledgments can also be a programming and / or parameterization of the controller (5) on site at the multi-function fitting (1) are made.

FIGS. 7 and 8 show a variant of the optical display (4) in the form of an image projection device (44). This consists of a projector (45) and a projection surface (46). In the variant of FIG. 7, the projector (45) and the projection surface (46) are accommodated together on the fitting head (36) and in the housing (28). The projector (45) sits e.g. in addition to the sensor device (3) on the front side of the board (21). The projection surface (46) is integrated in the end face of the housing (28) and has a sufficient

Distance from the projector (45). This distance allows the thrown image to be magnified. The housing (28) can have a correspondingly extended front for this purpose.

In the variant of FIG. 8, the projector (45) is likewise accommodated on the fitting head (36) and in or on the housing (28). In this case, however, its image beams (47) are directed outward and project the image onto an external projection surface (46), e.g. a mirror at the back of the washstand or an adjacent wall or the like may be. Due to the existing distance, the image can be further enlarged.

In another variant, not shown, it is possible to form a projector or a projection device such that the image is projected into the air or in the free space and in the field of view of the operator, especially if he stands in front of the multi-function fitting (1).

Apart from the various embodiments shown and described, the optical display (4) may have any other structural design. It is advisable to accommodate at least parts of the optical display (4) on the outlet fitting (2).

FIG. 3 illustrates a further alternative in which, in addition to or as an alternative to the optical display (29, 30), an acoustic display (31), in this case for example a loudspeaker or a simple sound generator, eg a beeper, is present and connected to the control (5). The display (31) can deliver a simple beep in the simplest embodiment. In more complex variants, several tones of different heights, eg in melody form, can be emitted. In addition, the sound duration can be variable. Also, the volume can be varied, for example, the sound according to a fluid change louder or becomes quieter. A corresponding signaling can also be achieved by changing the beep frequency.

Figures 1 and 2 and 3 and 4 illustrate different design options of the multi-functional valve with regard to the number, type and change of the fluids contained.

In Figures 1 and 2, the multi-function fitting (1) is used to deliver three fluids, here water, soap and

Disinfectant. Alternatively, more or fewer fluids or other fluids, e.g. a hand lotion for greasing the skin after disinfection and surgery are delivered. The connection and possibly also the metering of the fluids takes place via the supply device (10). in the

Embodiment of Figures 1 and 2, the three different fluids via their own pipes (9) from the appropriate location, e.g. Supply device (10) arranged in a lower cabinet or at the bottom of the washbasin through the interior of the outlet fitting (2) to the outlet openings (6,7,8). Preferably, separate outlet openings are provided for the different fluids. Alternatively, one or more common openings may be used.

In the exemplary embodiment of FIGS. 1 and 2, a water inlet (11) for hot water and a water inlet (12) for cold water are connected to the supply device (10). The supply device (10) includes a mixing device (14) with an adjusting device (15) for mixing the differently tempered water flows. In Figure 1, the adjusting device (15) is formed in a simplified embodiment as a handwheel. The mixer setting can also be fixed. Above the mixing device (14) there is a valve (13) connected to the controller (5) via the line (27) for connecting and disconnecting the pressurized water streams. The soap (18) and the disinfectant (19) are contained in suitable containers (17), eg bottles, and are conveyed to the supply device via suitable conveying devices, here eg pumps (20) with suction tubes

(10) connected. The pumps (20) are also connected to the controller (5). For viscous or dry-sensitive fluids, e.g. Soap, the pump motor receives from the controller (5) a high pulsed inrush current, which is then reduced back to the normal pump current. If necessary, the high inrush current can be dispensed with if the soap requirement repeats frequently and if the rest periods in between are so short that no thickening of the fluid is to be feared.

The quantity of fluid discharged by the water feeds (11, 12) or the pumps (20) can be metered by the controller (5). If the flow rate or the delivery pressure during operation remains substantially constant, the metering can be done by controlling the duty cycle of the valve (13) and the pump (20). In doing so, additional functions may be implemented in the controller (5), e.g. automatically a water shutdown occurs when a preset maximum flow time of e.g. 30 seconds is exceeded, or if the water output requesting sensor signal is static over a corresponding longer time. This safety shutdown is used to detect and correct malfunctions, e.g. caused by a filled water pot in the sink and the corresponding sensor misinterpretation.

In the embodiment of Figures 1 and 2, the upper sensor (22) is for the selection of the fluid. If the operator once by hand in the appropriate vicinity of the valve head (36) and arranged on the front side upper sensor (22), the container (17) is selected with the fluid 2 and the soap (18) for the next dispensing operation. If the operator executes the movement twice in quick succession, the third fluid or disinfectant (19) is selected. In the default setting, water is selected. The selection made here is signaled via the field display (29), the blue LED (34) burning in the selection of water. The green LED (33) signals soap (18) or fluid 2. The red LED (32) indicates the selection of disinfectant (19). In the normal state only the blue LED (34) shows steady light. If graphic array elements are used instead of the LEDs (32, 33, 34), the selected media can be displayed by means of symbols or pictograms. In addition, motion pictures can be used to signal further functions, such as outflow intensity, temperature or the like. Here also numerical values can be displayed.

The fluid output is requested via the lower sensor (23). When the operator passes by hand once in the sensing area under the valve head (36) or the lower sensor (23), the promotion of the previously selected in the manner described above, fluid begins. If, for example, water is required, the mixing temperature can be fixed or selected by the operator via the handwheel (15). During the hand washing process, the touch sensor and signal conditions are constantly changing for the lower sensor (23), leaving the hands in the touch area. The water supply remains switched on for a corresponding length of time, whereby the controller (5) can recognize the correct function via the constant change of the sensor signals during the switch-on time. As soon as the operator removes his hands from the depth-limited sensing area of the lower sensor (23), the controller (5) stops the water discharge. During fluid delivery, a corresponding signaling can take place on the field display (29), for example by the LEDs blinking alternately and in particular in a running light circuit. Alternatively, it is possible that the blue LED responsible for water, for example

(34) blinks while the water is being dispensed. The same applies to a field display (29) of graphics-capable field elements.

For the other fluids soap (18) or

Disinfectant (19), the discharge amount in the controller (5) may be fixed. This is e.g. in the case of disinfectants based on appropriate medical regulations. The fluid delivery is then automatically switched off after the set pump running time. If the operator desires a larger amount of the selected fluid, he can do so by re-triggering the dispensing operation with a corresponding hand movement.

Similar functions result from a voice control of the multi-function fitting (1) via one or more microphones (82). A selection of the possible voice commands for the operation is signaled to the operator via the display (4). Possibly. First, the selection of the desired language. Using voice commands, the various fluids can be selected, start and stop commands can be given, and the fluid temperature can be adjusted. In addition, the display (4) depending on the operating state of the multi-function fitting (1) menu-driven specify a command selection.

In an automated multi-function fitting (1) with a corresponding control (5) special ergonomic effects can be achieved. On the one hand, a follow-up control can be realized on the one hand, which still provides cold water when the operator shuts it down running to reduce a possibly high peak temperature back to an average value. In conjunction with a corresponding sensor can also be preset by the controller (5) a certain mean temperature of 38 ° C, for example. This prevents the subsequent operator, in ignorance of the setting of his predecessor, from getting too hot or too cold water.

In the variant of Figure 3 and 4 is only one

Outlet opening (6) for water available. In this case, however, the desired temperature can be set and changed, which is indicated by the display (30) or the above-described graphic field display (29). The two lateral sensors (24, 25) are responsible for adjusting the mixing ratio. The adjusting device (15) for the mixing device (14) is designed as a servo motor or as another suitable from the controller (5) remotely controllable drive means. In addition, at the mixing device (14), e.g. after the mixing location and before the valve (13), a temperature sensor (16) and be connected to the controller (5). The temperature sensor (16) can also sit behind the valve (13).

In the initial situation, the display (30) displays an output temperature as a numerical value, which is preset by the controller (5), for example. This set point can be changed by the operator before the water is dispensed by entering the sensing area of the left sensor (24) or right sensor (25) with the left or right hand. With the left hand, for example, the temperature is increased and lowered with the right. The thereby occurring temperature changes are in turn displayed by the display (30). When the desired set temperature has been reached, the water supply can be triggered by operating the lower sensor (23). In the embodiment shown, automatic control of the water discharge temperature by the controller (5) takes place via the temperature sensor (16). However, this can also be changed during operation of the water outlet on request, the target temperature by pressing the left or right sensor, the controller (5) readjusted the water temperature accordingly. With a modification of the embodiment shown, the temperature sensor (16) can also be omitted, wherein the setting of the desired water temperature by the operator in the manner described above before and possibly during the water dispensing operation is performed manually.

In the embodiment of Figures 1 and 2, there may be various special settings. If e.g. the left and right sensors (24, 25) are simultaneously operated by the operator, thereby selecting a preset water temperature preset in the controller (5).

In the variant shown, in contrast to FIGS. 1 and 2, the upper sensor (22) has no selection function. In the case of the hot water supply of FIGS. 3 and 4, this can be done by setting an amount in the discharge of water. The amount adjustment may be over a selected and selected opening duration and an outlet, e.g. an aerator, with flow limitation. When the operator momentarily actuates the upper sensor (22), a first set value of e.g. selected one half liter of water, which then expires upon actuation of the lower sensor (23) from the outlet fitting (2). If the upper sensor (22) pressed for a long time, a higher

Maximum value of eg max. Set to 6 liters. This amount corresponds eg in a household one Bucket filling. The set amount is again delivered automatically and can be stopped by briefly pressing the lower sensor (23) again. On the other hand, this quantity limitation has the advantage that a housewife can move away from the fitting in order to pursue other activities during the filling period. You can be sure that the pre-set amount will not be exceeded. She can then remove the filled bucket at the appropriate time. This feature also has benefits for the disabled.

The display (30) may also signal such events appropriately, e.g. signal completion of the preset filling process by flashing the display. To display temperature or flow changes, the display (30) may show a color change. Possibly. In this case, additionally or alternatively, the acoustic display (31) can come into operation. This can e.g. indicate a change of media by a short click signal.

The embodiments shown can be varied in various ways and also combine with each other. In the variant of FIGS. 1 and 2, only one additional fluid (18), eg only soap, may be present. Alternatively, it may be more than two additional fluids. In addition, the water supply can be omitted, so that the multi-functional apparatus (1) is used only for additional fluids. In addition, at least one additional device may be connected to the multi-function fitting (1) and the outlet fitting (2), eg a hot-air blower for drying hands. Furthermore, in the multi-function fitting (1) with the different fluids according to FIGS. 1 and 2, a temperature control or regulation according to FIGS. 3 and 4 can additionally be arranged. In this case, the sensor assembly changes on the board (21), in addition to the four in the cross distributed sensors (22,23,24,25) possibly the front sensor (26) still occurs. He can also be left out. Similarly, the optical displays (29,30) can be interchanged with each other, for example, the water mixing temperature on the field display (29) with the different colored LEDs or by flashing rhythms is displayed. Also variable are the arrangement and orientation of the fields in the field display (29). This can for example also have five LEDs arranged in the cross or other display elements. It can also be multicellular. In a further modification, it is possible by a suitable cover (28) to produce mixed colors of different colored simultaneously connected LEDs. The variation of the available colors is thereby larger. Furthermore, it is possible to signal special switching persons, for example by flashing one or more diodes or a corresponding display behavior. This makes it possible to signal a so-called cleaning mode, in which the normal sensor and operating functions of the multifunctional fitting (1) are switched off over a possibly preset period of time in order to allow undisturbed cleaning of the washbasin.

In a further modification, it is possible to miniaturize the controller (5) and also to mount it on the circuit board (21), eg on the rear side. In this case, a part or the complete scope of the control functions can be implemented. In the simplest embodiment, a small microprocessor for controlling the optical display (4) is mounted on the board (21). In more complex embodiments, the complete controller (5) may be housed here. The various function and control programs are implemented via suitable memory modules. FIG. 5 shows a further variant of FIG

Multifunctional fitting (1) and its optical display (4), which in turn can optionally be designed as a field display (29) with individual fields or as a coherent and monitor-like display (30). The optical display (4) is arranged here in the head of the cover (28) and can be inclined towards the operator so that it can be read more easily. In addition, it is possible to accommodate the optical display (4) movably in a corresponding housing with pivot bearing of the cover (28). Backlighting is also possible here for all types of visual displays (4).

Figure 5 further illustrates the ability to attach to the visual display (4) one or more proximity sensors (26) that register the approach of a person and report to the controller (5) (not shown). This can be e.g. wake up the multifunction faucet (1) from a power-saving or sleep mode and place it in standby mode. In addition, further functions described below can be realized via the proximity sensor (26).

On the optical display (4) may further be mounted a reader (41). This may alternatively be housed elsewhere in the cover (28) or as in Figure 1 on the housing of the outlet fitting (2) or elsewhere. The reading device (41) can preferably receive information transmitted wirelessly from the outside. For this purpose it may e.g. as a transponder device, as

Barcode reader or the like. Be formed. The external information is preferably transmitted by the operator via appropriate information means, such as a carried transponder, a bar code strip or the like. This information may be personal and identify the operator. In the controller (5) or possibly also in a higher-level controller (39) these can Information about a corresponding program, eg a personnel management program, is evaluated and processed. In the catering sector or other hygiene-critical areas, personnel may be subject to washing cycle regulations. On the basis of the personal data recorded by the reader (41) compliance with these washing cycles can be controlled and logged.

The sensor device (3) can be used in conjunction with the

Control (5) and a higher-level control (39) are also used for other control and monitoring purposes. In a hotel or similar location, the multifunction fitting (1) can be used as an alarm sensor. In this case, a door sensor system or the like is connected to the higher-level controller (39), which determines whether an authorized guest is in the room or whether he is leaving the room. On leaving the room, which is e.g. is signaled via a key card or the lock control, the controller (5,39) switches the multifunctional fitting (1) as alarm sensor. If a person enters the room unauthorized and in particular enters the sanitary area, this is noticed by the sensor (3). This can be determined on the one hand by a change in brightness when switching on the light or via the proximity sensor (26). The reader (41) can also be used to determine whether or not the intruder belongs to the staff. If the invaded person is recognized as an unauthorized person, can over the

Control (5,9) and an alarm system (40) an open or hidden alarm are triggered.

The controls (5, 39) offer further possibilities, such as a remote diagnosis of the condition of the

Multifunction fitting (1). In conjunction with a suitable sensor system can also be determined here whether the fluids (18,19) are present in sufficient quantity. In addition, it can be detected whether there is a malfunction in the system and what kind of it may be.

FIGS. 9 to 16 show further developed variants of the multifunctional fitting (1) on the basis of the previously described embodiments.

In these variants, the outlet fitting (2) is modular and consists of a fitting tube (2 ') with a valve insert (50) arranged therein for the fluid guide and a control head (69) for the electrical system.

As shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, the outlet fitting (2) consists of a straight or curved one

Armature tube (2 ') with a narrow foot (62), which is in the wall of a washbasin (61), a dressing table, a room wall or the like in a suitably rigid or pivotally mounted. Through the hollow fitting tube (2 '), the lines (9, 9', 9 '') for the various fluids and possibly one or more electrical lines (27,55) are performed individually or in a bundle. The lines (9,9 ', 9' ') are preferably formed as elastic tubes (52) made of rubber, plastic or the like and are attached to a

Valve insert (50) by means of hose couplings (53) infected. The electrical line (27,55) may also be surrounded by a hose (52) and in the region of the fitting insert (50) have an electrical connector (56) or other electrical coupling.

The fitting insert (50) is located at the upper end of the fitting tube (2 ') and extends to below the last outlet opening (8). It can be inserted and mounted from the head-side pipe opening (75). For assembly, the elastic tubes (52) through the valve body (2 ¹ ) pulled out to the Hose couplings (53) are plugged and then pushed together with the insert (50) in the frontal pipe opening. The same applies to the electrical line '(27, 55) and the plug (56).

The valve insert (50) has a cross section to the inside of the fitting tube (2 ') adapted shape and is preferably cylindrical. In the interior of the example of metal, especially brass, existing valve insert (50) channels (54) are arranged, which correspond to the lines (9, 9 ', 9'') and the associated hose couplings (53). The channels (54) have a bent shape and open at the lower shell region of the valve insert (50), where they form the outlet there (6,7,8). In the jacket of the valve tube ^(2?) Corresponding passage openings (68) are arranged at the same positions.

The outlet opening (6) for the first fluid, in particular for water, has an enlarged diameter with an internal thread, by means of which a so-called. Perlator (51) can be inserted into the outlet opening (6) and screwed into the valve insert (50). The aerator (51) is a mixing insert and serves to equalize the exiting water jet. In the other outlet openings (7,8) for the other fluids nozzle inserts (67) or the like can be screwed.

The aerator (51) and the nozzle inserts (67) form a locking in the screwed-in position for holding the fitting insert (50) in the assembly position in the fitting tube (2 '). The aerator (51) and the nozzle inserts (67) penetrate the passage openings (68) and thereby prevent slippage of the valve insert (50) in the longitudinal direction of the valve tube (2 '). For disassembly, the perlator (51) and the nozzle inserts (67) are removed, so that the fitting insert (50) together with the infected hoses (52) from the valve body (2 ') can be pulled out the front side.

The sensor device (3) and the display (4) together with the cover (28) form a control head (69) in the form of a complete and self-contained attachment, either on the valve body (2 ¹ ) directly in the tube opening (75) or as in the embodiments of Figures 9 to 14 on the fitting insert (50) can be attached. Here, the control head (69) on the underside or back have an annular mounting collar (72) which can be positively fitted to a reduced in diameter mounting lug (73) of the valve insert (50) and fixed by an adhesive connection or in another suitable manner. The valve insert (50) and the control head (69) can form a structural unit by this connection, which can be used as a whole in the frontal pipe opening (75). The control head (69) can in this case have a peripheral collar (74) on the outside, with which it abuts and is guided in a form-fitting manner at the edge of the pipe opening (75). The outer diameter of the control head (69) is adapted to the outer diameter of the outlet fitting (2) and goes flush in the pipe wall.

From the control head (69) protrudes an electrical line (27,55) in the form of a multi-core power cable. The valve insert (50) can on the jacket a longitudinal

Groove (76) or an internal channel for receiving and carrying this cable. The cable then extends further through the fitting tube (2 ¹ ) to the control (5). In the groove (76) or the channel and the electrical connector (56) or other electrical coupling may be arranged in waterproof training. The groove (76) and the coupling (56) are in one against Liquid access protected area attached and are located, for example, on the outlet openings (6,7,8) opposite side of the valve insert (50).

FIG. 10 also shows a variant of the sensor device (3) and of the acoustic one

Detection system (81), which may be arranged alternatively or in addition to the motion detectors shown. The noise pickup (81), in particular a microphone, is arranged here on the fitting head (36) and protrudes e.g. through an opening in the front panel or the display (4). The microphone (82) can also be located below the front panel. Preferably, it is connected to the in the fitting head (36) located board or the microprocessor (48).

Figures 14 to 16 show a further modification of the fitting insert (50). The outlet openings (7,8) with the associated channels (54) and the hose couplings (53) for the lines (9 ', 9'') can together with a surrounding housing part form an insert block (70) which fits into a suitable insertion opening (7). 71) on the valve insert (50) can be positively inserted, guided and secured by clamping or otherwise. The insert block (70) may be made of a different material than the valve insert (50). Preferably, as the material for the insert block (70) plastic is used, which has a higher corrosion resistance and which is more suitable for more aggressive media, such as soap, disinfectant or the like. In this case, the insert block (70) is embodied, for example, as an injection-molded part on which the end-side push-fit sleeves for the hose couplings (53) and possibly also the nozzle inserts (67) for the outlet openings (7, 8 ^" ) are formed by the customer Hoses (52) of the pipes

(9 ', 9'') during assembly only to be plugged. The hose coupling (53) for the line (9) can also be designed as a plug-in sleeve, as shown for example in Figures 10 and 11. Alternatively, at the end of the line (9) or the hose (52) there may be a threaded coupling, which is screwed into a corresponding screw opening at the rear end of the associated channel (54) in the valve insert (50). FIG. 14 shows this variant.

FIG. 10 shows an embodiment of the fitting insert (50) and of the control head (69) in conjunction with a sensor device (3) and a display (4) according to the previously described embodiments. FIG. 11 shows an enlarged version of this variant. The modification relates on the one hand to the design of the board (21). At the top of the sensor device (3) is arranged in the manner described above. The arrangement of a microprocessor (48) is shown in FIG. 11 on the underside or rear side. In the above-described embodiments, this was already mentioned. The microprocessor (48) provides the processing and processing of the signals of the sensor device (3) and possibly the display (4). Through the line (27,55) need thereby except the supply voltage only processed, preferably digital control signals from the board's own processor (48) to the controller (5) and the local processor (35) to be transmitted. The cable and cable expenses are thereby significantly reduced. When the electrical equipment on the valve head (36) or in the control head (69) are externally powered by the controller (5), cables with two or three wires are sufficient. These cables are easier and space saving in the outlet fitting (2) accommodate. In addition, the electrical coupling (56) is reduced. In this case, it is also possible to modulate the control signals to the supply voltage, so that it is possible to dispense with a signal line. The cost of the cable can be further reduced if ^■ a power supply (77), in particular an electric battery, in the valve head (36) or in the control head (69) is arranged. This can be located, for example, in a free space (78) between the circuit board (21) and the end face of the fitting insert (50). In this case, the seal (37) can cover not only the circuit board (21) and the processor (48), but also the battery (77) towards the valve insert (50). The cable (27,55) thus serves only for the transmission of control signals to the controller. In a further modification, the electrical line (27, 55) can be dispensed with altogether if the control signals are transmitted wirelessly by radio, infrared light or in another manner between the control head (69) and the control (5), the radio modules suitable for this purpose (38 ', 38 ^{? L} ) with transmitters and receivers. The aforementioned dial-up interface (38) of the controller (5) may be designed accordingly for this purpose.

FIGS. 11, 12 and 13 also show a variant of the display (4) which is equipped with a dot matrix or pixel matrix (66) of very small organic light-emitting diodes, so-called OLEDs. The OLEDs can be monochrome, different colors or colorful. FIGS. 12 and 13 show a top view of the armature according to arrow XII, XIII of FIG. 11. The OLEDs are arranged on a disk-shaped support, which is arranged protected inside the cover (28) or the housing and faces outwardly from a front side transparent cover (65) is covered and protected.

The display (4) as shown in the embodiments described above. Figure 12 as display display (30) in the manner of a large-area monitor or the like. Be formed. FIG. 13 shows the variant of a field display (29) with a plurality of OLEDs (57). formed field elements. The OLEDs (57) are graphics-capable display elements with a very small pixel size and a very fast response. They allow static or moving images. A display (4) with OLEDs (57) also allows a colored representation, possibly with several different colors. The dense pixel matrix (66) can alternatively be formed by other suitable small luminous pixel elements instead of OLEDs (57).

The contact between the disk with the OLEDs (57) and the board (21) can be created via any suitable power connection (64), wherein supply voltages and signal currents are transmitted. As Figure 11 illustrates, this power connection (64) may be formed by an elastic cubic pad of sponge rubber or the like with externally mounted and spaced-apart ring lines. The pad is located between the sensors (22,23,24,25,26) on the board (21).

FIG. 9 further illustrates a variant of the supply device (10). For the hot water supply here a preferably controllable water heater (49) is provided, which is connected to the cold water inlet (12) and connected to a e.g. external

Power supply (79) is connected. In the water heater (49), the water is heated with heating energy from electricity, gas or the like. The water temperature is measured with a temperature sensor (16), which is connected via a line (27) to the controller (5), which in turn controls the water heater (49) and a valve (13) or a Durchlaufbegrenzer. The water temperature can be regulated to a fixed or user-selectable value. Further, on the lines (9 ', 9 ^{? I} ) for the second and third fluid (18,19) sensors (58,59) are mounted. These can be flow sensors (58), which measure the flow rate and also indicate whether any flow of the medium (18,19) takes place. The sensors (58) are connected via lines (27) to the controller (5). The containers (17) may be associated with other sensors in the form of level meters (59), which measure the fluid content in the containers (17) and also, possibly with the interposition of the flow meter (58), with the controller (5) via lines (27) are connected. When the level of fluids (18, 19) in the containers (17) becomes too low, the controller (5) issues a warning or maintenance request.

The operating components of the supply device (10) can be arranged together in a common housing (63) on the outside of the container (17), the fluid lines (9,9 ', 9 ^{? L} ), the power and signal line (55), the power supply (60) for the controller (5), the cold water inlet (12) and the power supply (79) are externally connected. The housing (63) protectively surrounds the controller (5), the water heater (49), the pumps (20) and the other above-described sensors and other control elements.

For a self-contained multifunctional fitting (1), an internal power supply (80), for example an electric battery, a gas cylinder or the like may be present, which is also arranged in the housing (63). It is indicated schematically in Figure 9 as an alternative. For this purpose, it is also advantageous if the control head (69) has an internal power supply (77), for example an electric battery. The power supplies (77,79,80) of the supply device (10) and the control head (69) can be replaced during the periodic maintenance. FIG. 17 shows such a self-contained multifunctional fitting (1) in the above-described modular design with a

Valve insert (50) and a control head (69), an electric battery (77) and a dial-up interface

(38 '') for wireless signal transmission to the controller (5) and a local dial-up interface (38 '). The

Interfaces (38 ', 38' ') can be designed as radio modules with transmitting and receiving units.

In such an embodiment, the battery (77) in the control head (69) may have a limited capacity or may only be replaced at longer intervals. In these cases, the power for operating an optical display (4) in the control head (69) may not be sufficient. The optical display (4) can then be moved away from the control head (69) to another location of the multifunctional fitting (1) or possibly also into the area of the washbasin (61). The control head (69) corresponds to the embodiment of Figure 11 except for the missing optical display (4) and has a cover closed at the front (28).

FIG. 17 shows two alternatives for the external arrangement of the optical display (4). In the variant drawn by solid lines, the optical display (4) is arranged in the foot region (62) of the multifunctional fitting (1). It can also be located at a different location of the fitting. The alternative drawn with broken lines shows the optical display (4) at the edge of the washbasin (61). In both cases, the optical display (4) via an electrical line (27,55) to the controller (5) and to the internal power supply (79,80) of the supply unit (10). This power supply (79,80) has a higher capacity than the battery (77) in the control head (69) and allows a longer operating time. At a maintenance and an exchange of the control head (69) also needs the optical display (4) not to be changed. The optical display ⁽ 4 ⁾ is controlled by the controller ₍ 5 ₎ via one of the electrical lines (27,55).

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1 multifunction fitting

2 outlet fitting 2 'fitting pipe

3 sensor device

4 display

5 control

6 Outlet opening for fluid 1, water 7 Outlet opening for fluid 2, soap

8 Outlet opening for fluid 3, disinfectant

9 fluid 1 line, water 9 ¹ fluid 2 line, soap

9 '' line for fluid 3, disinfectant 10 supply device for fluids

11 water inlet warm

12 water inlet cold

13 valve

14 mixing device 15 adjusting device

16 temperature sensors

17 containers, bottle

18 fluid 2, soap

19 fluid 3, disinfectant 20 pump

21 board

22 sensor above

23 sensor below

24 sensor left 25 sensor right

26 front sensor

27 line electrical

28 cover

29 optical display, field display 30 optical display, display

31 acoustic display, loudspeaker

32 LED red 33 LED green

34 LED blue

35 Microprocessor 36 Valve head 37 Seal, sealant

38 Dial-up interface

38 'dial-up interface, radio module, control

38 '' dial-up interface, radio module, valve head

39 higher-level control 40 alarm system

41 reader, transponder, barcode reader

42 title block, display field

43 Control panel, symbol field

44 Image Projector 45 Projector

46 projection surface

47 image rays

48 microprocessor on board

49 Heating, instantaneous water heater 50 Valve insert

51 pervator

52 hose

53 hose coupling

54 channel 55 electrical line

56 plug, coupling

57 OLED display

58 sensor, flow meter

59 Sensor, level gauge 60 Power supply

61 wash basins

62 feet of the fitting

63 housing

64 Power connection 65 Cover

66 pixel matrix

67 nozzle insert 68 Passage opening, pipe opening in the jacket

69 control head

70 insert block

71 Insert opening 72 Mounting collar

73 Assembly approach

74 fret

75 pipe opening at the front

76 groove 77 Power supply, battery

78 free space

79 energy supply

80 energy supply

81 acoustic detection device,

Voice recognition system

82 sound receiver, microphone

Claims

1.) multifunctional fitting (1), consisting of an outlet fitting (2) for one or more, optionally variable in their state fluids (18,19), a sensor device (3), a supply device (10) for the fluid or the (e ) (18,19), a display (4) and a controller (5), characterized in that the outlet fitting (2) is modular and a fitting tube (2 ') with a

Having valve insert (50) for the fluid guide and a control head (69) for the electrical system,

2.) Multifunctional fitting according to claim 1, characterized in that the valve insert (50) and the control head (69) are detachably arranged at the upper end of the fitting tube (2 ').

3.) Multifunction fitting according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the valve insert (50) has a plurality of internal channels (54), the input side with hose couplings (53) for the preferably tubular fluid lines (9,9 ', 9 ^{! l} ) and output side at the jacket area with outlet openings (6,7,8) are connected for different fluids, wherein in the jacket of the fitting tube (2 ¹ ) corresponding passage openings (68) are present.

4.) Multifunctional fitting according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that in at least one outlet opening (6,7,8), a perforator (51) or a nozzle insert (67) is detachably arranged, in the mounting position by the associated Passage opening (68) protrudes outwards.

5.) Multifunction fitting according to one of the preceding

Claims, characterized in that the valve insert (50) has an insert block (70) made of a corrosion-resistant material with channels (54), hose couplings (53) and outlet openings 7,8) for the aggressive Fluide.

6.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it e e n e c e s e s that the control head (69) with the valve insert (50) is connected.

7.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a longitudinal groove (76) or a channel for receiving an electrical line (27,55) and optionally an electrical coupling (56) is arranged on the valve insert (50).

8.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that on the fitting insert (50) or in the control head (69) a power supply (77), in particular a

Battery, is arranged for the sensor device (3) and the other electrical components of the control head (69).

9.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the multi-function fitting (1) has at least one control head (69) arranged or associated optical display (4) which is connected to the controller (5). - Al -

10.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the display (4) is arranged on the end face of the control head (69) and connected to a circuit board (21).

11.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a visual display (4) is capable of graphic display and has a field display (29) or a display (30).

12.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the optical display (4) has a plurality of small LED lights or other small luminous dots or light beams in a dense matrix form or emits.

13.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it e e n e c e s e s that the display (4) has organic light-emitting diodes OLED.

14.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that a grahikfähige optical display (4) as an image projection device (44) with a at the outlet fitting (2) arranged or associated image projector (45) is formed.

15.) Multifunctional fitting according to claim 14, characterized in that on the outlet fitting (2) a projection surface (46) is arranged.

16.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that e e n e c e s e s that the display (4) and the sensor device (3) by an infrared transparent cover (28) are surrounded.

17.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the display (4), the sensor device (3) and the circuit board (21) with the cover (28) and with a

Seal (37) in the control head (69) are combined to form a structural unit.

18.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a microprocessor (48) is arranged on the circuit board (21).

19.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the dashboard insert (50) or in the control head (69) a dial-up interface (38 '') for a wireless signal connection, preferably a radio link to the controller (5) is arranged ,

20.) Multifunctional fitting according to claim 1, characterized in that the indicator (4) is removed from the fitting insert (50) or from the control head (69) at another location of the outlet fitting (2) or in the region of the wash basin (61 ) is arranged and connected by a line (27,55) to a power supply (79,80) of the supply device (10).

21.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it e e n e c i n e s that the multi-function fitting (1) at least one further display, in particular an acoustic display (31).

22.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the multifunctional fitting (1) a controllable or controllable mixing device (14) for different tempered fluids, preferably hot and cold water, and a sensor device (3) for non-contact temperature change and a optical display (29,30) for the setpoint and / or actual values of the fluid temperature.

23.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it e e n e c e s e s that the multifunctional fitting (1) a supply device (10) for a plurality of fluids

(18,19) and an optical display (29,30) and / or acoustic display (31) for signaling the fluid selection and various operating states.

24.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a control unit (5) comprises a microprocessor (35), a timer and one or more program memories.

25.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the controller (5) has a dial-up interface (38,38 ') for connection to a higher-level control (39).

26.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it e e n e c i n e t that the supply device (10) has a controllable. Flow heater (49) and a temperature sensor 5 (16).

27.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the supply device (10) has one or more 10 fluid containers (17) with a filling level gauge (59).

28.) Multifunction fitting according to one of the preceding

Claims, characterized in that the supply device (10) has an internal power supply (80).

29.) Multifunction fitting according to one of the preceding

Claims, characterized in that the supply device (10) incorporates the

Operating components surrounding housing (63).

30.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims 25, characterized in that the multifunctional fitting (1) has a reading device (41) for user information connected to the controller (5).

31). Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the reader (41) is designed as a transponder device or as a barcode reader.

35 32.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the reading device (41) in the optical display (4) is integrated.

33.) Multifunction fitting according to one of the preceding

Claims, characterized in that the multi-function fitting (1) has an acoustic detection system (81) with one or more noise pickups (82), in particular microphones.

34.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the noise absorber (82) is arranged on the multi-functional fitting (1), in particular on the fitting head (36) and connected to the control (5).

35.) Multifunctional fitting according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the control (5) has a device for noise detection, in particular for speech recognition and for the interpretation of the acoustically transmitted information content or command.