WO2014084420A1

WO2014084420A1 - Remote control device which enables one-handed character input, and input method using same

Info

Publication number: WO2014084420A1
Application number: PCT/KR2012/010258
Authority: WO
Inventors: 최유선
Original assignee: Choi Yu Sun
Priority date: 2012-11-29
Filing date: 2012-11-29
Publication date: 2014-06-05

Abstract

Disclosed are a remote control device which enables one-handed character input and an input method using same. The remote control device of the present invention, comprises: a main body having an input means for inputting a command, the input means comprising a select key arranged in the center of the input means so as to select a plurality of directions; and key pads arranged outside the select key in a plurality of directions. Using the remote control device, characters can be inputted by repeating the process of operating a multi-direction select keys of the select key, selecting a specific character on the keypad and determining the selected character. According to the present invention, characters can be inputted by one hand so as to enable the remote control device to have a more compact size and improve use convenience. Thus, concentration on the content being worked is improved, and bi-directional communication is enabled without degrading the processing speed.

Description

Remote control device capable of text input with one hand and input method using the same

The present invention relates to a remote control device capable of inputting text with one hand and an input method using the same. More particularly, the operation unit can be operated in at least eight directions with a thumb while being worn on the hand. The present invention relates to a remote control apparatus capable of inputting a character with one hand and to an input method using the same.

In general, when playing a game using a program or game contents provided through the Internet, use a keyboard and a mouse, which are own input devices included in a game execution device such as a PC, or a game-specific input device such as a joystick or a game pad. Doing.

For example, in the case of PC-based online games, the game can be progressed by inputting various commands necessary for the game using a keyboard and a mouse, and the game can be played using a joystick or a game pad as an option. In the case of a video game (console game), an example of using a dedicated game machine without using a computer is typical, and the game can be progressed by inputting a command using a joystick or a game pad.

In particular, unlike video games, online games require a large amount of command information in the game. Therefore, in the course of the game, a number of commands must be input according to the game. Various commands are required because you must walk, run, change directions, use weapons, and so on. Therefore, it was common to use both left and right hands to enter a game while entering a command.

Therefore, in the prior art, since both hands are used, other tasks cannot be performed at all, resulting in many restrictions.

In order to solve such a conventional problem, the present inventor has filed a "hand wearable remote control device" of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2009-0054845.

That is, the prior art, as shown in Figure 1, the main body 100 is formed with a plurality of input means for inputting a command; It is configured to include a wearing means for fixing the main body 100 to the hand; it is configured to be able to input a command required for the game while wearing worn on one hand.

Recently, with the development of two-way communication, new methods are being introduced into TVs, for example, smartphone TVs.

This allows the user to select channels and contents as well as input various information by manipulating the remote controller, and thus, there is an advantage that the user's needs can be sufficiently guaranteed based on bidirectional communication.

However, the current remote control has a disadvantage that it is difficult to operate with one hand because the pad is formed separately because of its large volume.

The computer keyboard and mouse are used as input devices to compensate for the difficulties of the simple functions of the remote controller. However, since both hands must be used, there are disadvantages in that the operation is inconvenient.

The present invention has been made to solve the above problems of the prior art, by implementing the direction selection function and the character input function on the remote control worn or held in one hand to enable the character input with only one hand to use a more compact size The object of the present invention is to provide a remote control device capable of inputting a character with one hand and an input method using the same, so as to double the convenience of the same.

An object of the present invention is to provide a remote control apparatus including a main body having an input means for inputting a command, the input means comprising: a select key disposed at the center and capable of selecting a plurality of directions; Characterized by the remote control device is characterized in that it comprises a keypad arranged in a plurality of directions on the outside of the select key.

The select key may include a multi-directional selection key for selecting one of a plurality of directions toward the keypad, and the keypad selected by the multi-directional selection key may be turned on and identified. .

A plurality of directions in which the keypad is arranged is arranged at intervals of 45 ° clockwise around the select key, and is characterized in eight directions.

The multi-directional selection key is characterized by having a sequential selection function to select a predetermined character while circulating the keypad in sequence by a continuous contact operation.

The keypad includes a plurality of key buttons disposed radially with respect to the select key and arranged in a plurality of rows, wherein the plurality of key buttons display Korean consonants, vowels, English alphabets, and special symbols. It is done.

Selected by the select key or formed separately on one side of the main body, the user is selected by clicking, and includes a toggle key having a toggle function for switching to display different values sequentially to the key button each time selected It is done.

On the other hand, an object of the present invention, the input method using the remote control device capable of inputting the character, 1 step of selecting a toggle key of the keypad by clicking the multi-directional selection key of the select key and clicking the enter key; A second step of changing Korean, English, and special symbols displayed on a plurality of key buttons sequentially according to the number of clicks of the enter key in step 1, and selecting a desired character; Selecting one of the key buttons of the keypad by operating the multi-directional selection key of the select key; 4, wherein the selected character is displayed on the screen by clicking the enter key in step 3. The method may include inputting a character by repeating steps 1 to 4 using a remote control apparatus capable of inputting a character. It can be achieved by the input method.

In the second step, after the toggle key is selected by the select key, each time the enter key is clicked, a desired character is selected by a toggle function of switching different values to be displayed as key buttons.

Step 2 is characterized in that the user selects a desired character by a toggle function that is directly selected by clicking the toggle key, and each time a click is switched so that different values are displayed as key buttons.

According to the present invention, it is possible to input characters with only one hand, thereby increasing the compactness and convenience of use, thereby increasing the concentration of the working content and reducing the processing speed. have.

1 is a view of the hand-worn remote control device that the inventor first applied for,

2 is a perspective view showing a remote control device to which the present invention is applied;

3 is a plan view showing various embodiments of the 'input means' according to the present invention;

4 is an exemplary view showing that the input means rotates according to the present invention;

5 is a cross-sectional view of a 'select key' of the present invention;

6 is a process flow diagram illustrating an input method of the present invention;

7 is a view showing a remote control device capable of inputting characters according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 1 to 7.

Figure 2 is a perspective view showing a remote control device to which the present invention is applied, Figure 3 is a plan view showing various embodiments of the 'input means' according to the present invention, Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of the 'select key' of the present invention.

As shown in Figures 1 to 4, the remote control device (A) capable of inputting characters in accordance with the present invention, the main body 100 is formed with an input means (3) for inputting a command, to be worn on the hand Including a wearing means 200, the input means (3) is arranged in the center, select keys for selecting a plurality of directions (4); It comprises a keypad (5) arranged in a plurality of directions on the outside of the select key (4).

The main body 100 may be a remote control that is easy to operate with one hand or refer to the "hand wearable remote control device" of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2009-0054845 filed by the present inventor.

In this case, the present invention can be configured to include a main body 100 is formed with an input means (3) for inputting a command, and wearing means 200 formed to fix the main body 100 to the hand.

The main body 100 is formed of a light material such as a synthetic resin, and installs an electronic device necessary for operating a hand wearable game control device according to the present invention, such as a circuit for processing a signal sensed by an input means or a battery supplying power therein. Can be powered via a wired connection.

The main body 100 includes a vertical portion 110 that is gripped by hand and a horizontal portion 120 extended to one side of the vertical portion.

The vertical portion 110 and the horizontal portion 120 is connected to each other is composed of a 'b' shape. In addition, the input means (3) is formed in a portion where the vertical portion 110 and the horizontal portion 120 meet to enable the operation such as character input with the thumb.

The wearing means 200 is formed to firmly fix the main body 100 to the hand. The wearing means 200 is formed in a band shape to connect the upper end of the vertical part 110 and the end of the horizontal part 120 to each other. Therefore, a space in which the hand can be fitted by the vertical portion 110, the horizontal portion 120, and the wearing means 200 is formed.

Input means (3) is formed on the main body 100 of the hand-wearable game control device according to the present invention, it is possible to perform various selection commands and character input by one hand by operating with the thumb.

The input means 3 consists of a select key 4 arranged at the center and a keypad 5 arranged outside the select key 4.

The select key 4 includes a multi-directional select key 42 capable of selecting any one of a plurality of arrangement directions of the key buttons 55 constituting the keypad 5, and the multi-directional select key 42 as necessary. It is configured to include an enter key 44 for selecting any one key button 55 designated by.

In other words, the select key 4 is substantially disk-shaped, and an enter key 44 is formed at the center thereof, and a multi-directional selecting key 42 having a plurality of contact portions is formed so that a plurality of directions can be specified on its outer circumference.

Preferably, the keypad 5 selected by the multidirectional selection key 42 is lit so that it can be identified.

* That is, each key button 55 constituting the keypad 5 has an LED built therein so that it is turned on when the corresponding key button 55 is selected so that the user can easily identify with the naked eye.

Meanwhile, as shown in FIG. 4, the select key 4 is rotated in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction so as to be set to a position most suitable for a user's physical condition. This setting operation is possible by the adjustment clip 9, has a substantially "형상" shape, and is set by rotating it at an appropriate angle by being fitted to the select key 4.

The keypad 5 is composed of a plurality of key buttons 55. In the present invention, the radial structure is adopted so that the visibility can be improved while minimizing the occupied area.

In other words, the plurality of directions in which the keypad 5 is arranged are arranged at intervals of 45 ° clockwise with respect to the select key 4 and are specified in eight directions, and are arranged concentrically and gradually from the first innermost column. It is formed to the third row outside.

Of course, this is just one example and need not be limited thereto, and it should be understood that the present invention may be modified in various shapes.

In addition, the multi-directional selection key 42 has a sequential selection function for selecting a predetermined character while circulating the keypad 5 in order by successive contact operations.

For example, if the multi-directional selection key 42 is clicked once, the key button 551 of the first row is selected, and if it is clicked once more in succession, the key button 552 of the second row is selected, and the second click is repeated once more. Then, the key button 553 in the third row is selected.

The selected state is not yet determined, and the selection is confirmed when the enter key 44 is clicked or automatically determined after a certain time, or when the next character is selected to complete the character.

In addition, the multi-directional selection key 42 is embossed 420 is formed on the upper surface to facilitate the grounding with the thumb. This helps to prevent slipping and to help select a more accurate direction.

And the enter key 44 is formed in the center of the multi-directional selection key 42, preferably concave concave shape so that the fingerprint portion of the thumb is located.

That is, since the fingerprint portion of the thumb is convex, it is formed to be concave so as to face the thumb so that the thumb does not slip.

In contrast, the enter key 44 can also be subjected to non-slip processing.

The keypad 5 is arranged radially about the select key 4 in a shape resembling a spider web as shown.

And a plurality of key buttons 55 arranged in a plurality of rows from the inner first row toward the outer third row.

The plurality of key buttons 55 arranged as described above are expressed in Korean consonants, vowels, English alphabets, and special symbols. As described above, the plurality of key buttons 55 have a light emitting structure to increase visibility.

On the other hand, the keypad 5 is selected by the select key 4, and includes a toggle key 58 having a toggle function to switch so that different values are sequentially displayed on the key button 55 whenever selected.

* That is, as shown in Figure 3, the same key button 55 by the toggle key 58 alternately to display a different value to function to switch between Korean, English, special symbols, through this keypad An advantage of reducing the number of (5) is obtained.

On the other hand, as shown in Figure 2 (b), the toggle key 58 'may be formed separately on one side of the main body 100, which is formed in front of the main body 100 to facilitate a more user Use the index finger to click to make selections.

6 is a flowchart illustrating an input method of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 6, in the input method using the remote control apparatus capable of inputting characters, the toggle key 58 is selected from the keypad 5 by operating the multi-directional selection key 42 of the select key 4. And step 1 of clicking on the enter key 44; In step 1 (S1), the Korean, English, and special symbols displayed on the plurality of key buttons 55 are sequentially changed by the number of clicks of the enter key 44, and step 2 of selecting a desired character (S2). ); Three steps (S3) of selecting one of the key buttons 55 of the keypad 5 by operating the multi-directional selection key 42 of the select key 4 and then clicking the enter key 44; And step 4 (S4) in which the selected character is displayed on the screen by clicking on the enter key 44 of step 3 (S3). The word is repeated by repeating steps 1 to 4 (S4). You are done.

In the first step (S1), after holding the main body 100, the wearing means 200 is adjusted to be worn on the hand so as not to be separated, and then the multi-directional selection key 42 is placed in a state where the thumb is placed on the select key 4. Select the toggle key 58 of the keypad 5 to operate, and click the enter key 44 to display the desired letters or symbols.

The second step (S2) is a toggle function to switch so that different values are sequentially displayed to the key button 55 every time the enter key 44 is clicked after the toggle key 58 is selected by the select key 4. To select the desired character.

As an example, the consonants and vowels of Korean characters are displayed on the keypad 5 by the first selection of the toggle key 58, the English alphabet is displayed on the keypad 5 by the second selection, and the special symbols are displayed by the third selection. It is expressed.

Alternatively, when the toggle key 58 is formed separately in the main body 100, the user directly selects the toggle key by clicking the index finger and selects a different value in the order of Korean-> English-> special symbols sequentially. The display is converted to 55 to form a keyboard.

For example, in the arrangement of the keyboard of the keypad 5, consonants are expressed as "a" in the first column, "k" in the second column, and "k" in the third column.

Therefore, the desired letter is selected using the multi-directional selection key 42. At this time, the completion of the selection of the letter can be achieved by pressing the enter key 44 or when the vowel is selected after the consonant is made auto-completion. It can also be automatically recognized as a selection after a certain amount of time.

In this way, consonants, vowels, alphabets, special symbols, etc. can be combined to make words and sentences, so that characters can be input.

Since the above-described text input process can be operated with only one hand, it is possible to use more conveniently, so that the purpose of bidirectional communication can be sufficiently achieved without reducing the processing speed. In addition, the user masters the operation method and memorizes the input sequence and the keyboard layout, so that the user can input the text as quickly as typing a keyboard.

As shown in FIG. 7, an image of a remote control device A including a main body 100 having an input means 3 ′ for inputting a command, and a wearing means 200 to be worn on a hand. The device M is connected wirelessly or by wire, and the keypad 5 'linked to the input means 3' is displayed on the screen of the image device M.

The input means (3 ') is a select key (4') for selecting a plurality of directions, multi-directional selection key (42 ') for selecting any one of a plurality of key buttons formed on the keypad (5'); And an enter key 44 'for selecting any character selected by the multi-directional selection key 42'.

The keypad 5 'is displayed on the screen of the video device M only when necessary and disappears after use, and is composed of a plurality of key buttons.

The detailed example of the key button is similar to the first embodiment described above, and thus redundant description thereof will be omitted.

A select key 59 'is also formed at the center of the keypad 5'. The select key 59 'has the same shape as the select key 4' formed on the input means 3 'of the main body 100, and operates the select key 4' of the main body 100 to operate the image device (M). The select key 59 'of the keypad 5' displayed on the screen can be operated.

The video device (M) is provided with a screen to display an image, such as a conventional smartphone, TV, computer.

Therefore, the remote control device (A2) capable of inputting characters according to another embodiment of the present invention is worn on one hand, while the other hand is required to enter a character while playing a game while carrying the video device (M). After 5 'is displayed on the screen, the user can select and input a desired character by operating the select key 4'.

Although the present invention has been described in connection with the above-mentioned preferred embodiments, it will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, all such modifications and modifications being attached It is obvious that the claims belong to the claims.

Claims

A remote control apparatus comprising a main body having an input means for inputting a command, the remote control apparatus comprising:

The input means,

A select key disposed in the center and capable of selecting a plurality of directions;

A keypad having key buttons arranged in a plurality of directions outside the select key

Remote control device capable of inputting characters with one hand, comprising a.
A main body having a select key for selecting a plurality of directions;

It includes an image device connected to the main body wirelessly or wired,

And a keypad having key buttons arranged in a plurality of directions and interlocked with the select key so as to be displayed on a screen of the video apparatus.
The method according to claim 1 or 2,

The select key is

It includes; multi-directional selection key for selecting any one of the direction of the arrangement of the plurality of key buttons constituting the keypad;

And a key button selected by the multi-directional selection key to be identified by lighting.
The method according to claim 1 or 2,

And the key buttons arranged in the plurality of directions are arranged at intervals of 45 ° clockwise around the select key and specified in eight directions.
The method of claim 3, wherein

The multi-directional selection key is a remote control device capable of inputting characters with one hand, characterized in that it has a sequential selection function to select a predetermined character while circulating the keypad in sequence by continuous contact operation.
The method of claim 3, wherein

The multi-directional selection key is embossed on the upper surface to facilitate the grounding of the thumb,

The enter key is formed in the center of the multi-directional selector, the remote control device capable of inputting characters with one hand, characterized in that the concave concave shape.
The method according to claim 1 or 2,

The keypad is

Disposed radially about the select key,

It includes a plurality of key buttons arranged in a plurality of columns,

The plurality of key buttons is a remote control device capable of inputting characters with one hand, characterized in that the Korean consonants and vowels, the English alphabet, special symbols are displayed.
The method according to claim 1 or 2,

The keypad is selected by the select key or formed separately on one side of the main body and selected by a user by clicking,

And a toggle key having a toggle function for sequentially switching different values to be displayed by key buttons whenever selected.
The method according to claim 1 or 2,

And a control clip for setting the select key to a position suitable for a user's physical condition.
In the input method using the remote control device capable of inputting the character,

Operating a multi-directional selection key of the select key to select a toggle key from the keypad and click the enter key;

A second step of changing Korean, English, and special symbols displayed on a plurality of key buttons sequentially according to the number of clicks of the enter key in step 1, and selecting a desired character;

Selecting one of the key buttons of the keypad by operating the multi-directional selection key of the select key;

And the fourth step of displaying the character selected in the step 3 on the screen.

Character input method using a remote control device capable of inputting characters with one hand, characterized in that by repeating the steps 1 to 4 to input a character.
The method of claim 10,

The second step is

Remote control capable of inputting a character with one hand, characterized in that the desired character is selected by a toggle function to switch so that different values are sequentially displayed by a key button after each toggle key is selected by the select key. Input method using control device.
The method of claim 10,

The second step is

Remote control device that can be input by one hand, characterized in that the user selects the desired character by a toggle function that is directly selected by clicking the toggle key, and the switch function so that different values are sequentially displayed by the key button each time it is clicked. Input method using.