Washing machine and system data changing method of the same
First Claim
1. A method of changing system data in a washing machine that includes a memory, divided into a predetermined number of sectors, for enabling data read/write, an interface section for exchanging data with an external device, and a microcomputer for controlling components of the washing machine so that a washing operation corresponding to an operation command of a user is performed, and storing data transmitted from the external device in the memory or changing the data stored in the memory, wherein programs for data communication with the external device or between the components of the washing machine are scored in at least one of the memory and the microcomputer, the method comprising the steps of:
- if a data-change command is externally or internally produced, executing the program for the data communication stored in the microcomputer or in a first sector of the memory;
if the data to be changed is partial data of a second sector, the microcomputer copying all the data in the second sector into a third sector where no data is stored using the program for the data communication and deleting the data of the second sector;
the microcomputer receiving a download of the data for change through the interface section using the program for the data communication and writing the data in the second sector; and
the microcomputer copying the data that excludes the changed data among the data of the third sector into the second sector.
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Abstract
A washing machine and a method of changing system data therein that can grasp causes such as trouble of the product itself, problems on installation, problems on the regional characteristics, living pattern change of a user, etc., and change/replace a pre-stored program to/by a wash-related program that can solve the problems. The washing machine includes an outer tank, an inner tank, a load section, a microcomputer for controlling drive of the load section and reading an operation state of the load section, a key input section, a display section, an interface section for sending/receiving wash-related data to/from an external device, and a memory for enabling data read/write and storing the program or data received from the external device. If a data-change command is externally or internally produced, the wash-related program is changed through processes of data movement/copy/deletion for each sector in the memory by executing a program for data communication, and thus the convenience in use, washing performance, and operational efficiency can be maximized. Also, the trouble diagnosis and repair performed by the user or service man can be facilitated through the display of the changed program version.
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27 Claims
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1. A method of changing system data in a washing machine that includes a memory, divided into a predetermined number of sectors, for enabling data read/write, an interface section for exchanging data with an external device, and a microcomputer for controlling components of the washing machine so that a washing operation corresponding to an operation command of a user is performed, and storing data transmitted from the external device in the memory or changing the data stored in the memory, wherein programs for data communication with the external device or between the components of the washing machine are scored in at least one of the memory and the microcomputer, the method comprising the steps of:
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if a data-change command is externally or internally produced, executing the program for the data communication stored in the microcomputer or in a first sector of the memory;
if the data to be changed is partial data of a second sector, the microcomputer copying all the data in the second sector into a third sector where no data is stored using the program for the data communication and deleting the data of the second sector;
the microcomputer receiving a download of the data for change through the interface section using the program for the data communication and writing the data in the second sector; and
the microcomputer copying the data that excludes the changed data among the data of the third sector into the second sector. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4)
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5. A method of changing system data in a washing machine that includes a memory, divided into a predetermined number of sectors, for enabling data read/write, an interface section for exchanging data with an external device, and a microcomputer for controlling components of the washing machine so that a washing operation corresponding to an operation command of a user is performed, and storing data transmitted from the external device in the memory or changing the data stored in the memory, wherein programs for data communication with the external device or between the components of the washing machine are stored in at least one of the memory and the microcomputer, the method comprising the steps of:
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if a data-change command is externally or internally produced, executing the program for the data communication stored in the microcomputer or in a first sector of the memory;
if the data to be changed is partial data of a second sector, the microcomputer copying all the data in the second sector into a third sector where no data is stored using the program for the data communication and deleting the data of the second sector;
the microcomputer receiving a download of the data for change through the interface section using the program for the data communication;
judging whether the download has been normally performed and if it is judged that the download has been normally performed, writing the downloaded data in the second sector and copying the data that excludes the changed data among the data of the third sector into the second sector; and
if it is judged that the download has not been normally performed, restoring the stored data of the third sector into the second sector. - View Dependent Claims (6, 7, 8, 9)
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10. A method of changing system data in a washing machine that includes a memory, divided into a predetermined number of sectors, for enabling data read/write, an interface section for exchanging data with an external device, and a microcomputer for controlling components of the washing machine so that a washing operation corresponding to an operation command of a user is performed, and storing data transmitted from the external device in the memory or changing the data stored in the memory, wherein programs for data communication with the external device or between the components of the washing machine are stored in at least one of the memory and the microcomputer, the method comprising the steps of:
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if a data-change command is externally or internally produced, executing the program for the data communication stored in the microcomputer or in a first sector of the memory;
if the data to be changed is partial data of a second sector, the microcomputer copying all the data in the second sector into a third sector where no data is stored using the program for the data communication and deleting the data of the second sector;
the microcomputer receiving a download of the data for change through the interface section using the program for the data communication;
judging whether the download has been normally performed and if it is judged that the download has been normally performed, writing the download data in the second sector and copying the data that excludes the changed data among the data of the third sector into the second sector;
if it is judged that the download has not been normally performed, judging whether a user selects re-execution of the download or restore to the previous data;
if it is judged that the user selects the re-execution of the download, re-executing the data download; and
if it is judged that the user selects the restore to the previous data, restoring the storage data of the third sector to the second sector. - View Dependent Claims (11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
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17. A method of changing system data in a washing machine that includes a memory, divided into a predetermined number of sectors, for enabling data read/write, an interface section for exchanging data with an external device, and a microcomputer for controlling components of the washing machine so that a washing operation corresponding to an operation command of a user is performed, and storing data transmitted from the external device in the memory or changing the data stored in the memory, wherein programs for data communication with the external device or between the components of the washing machine are stored in at least one of the memory and the microcomputer, the method comprising the steps of:
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if a data-change command is externally or internally produced, executing the program for the data communication stored in the microcomputer or in a first sector of the memory;
if the data to be changed is partial data of a second sector, the microcomputer copying all the data in the second sector into a third sector where no data is stored using the program for the data communication and deleting the data of the second sector;
the microcomputer receiving a download of the data for change through the interface section using the program for the data communication;
if it is judged that the download has been normally performed, writing the downloaded data in the second sector and copying the data that excludes the changed data among the data of the third sector into the second sector;
if it is judged that the download has not been normally performed, judging whether a user selects a re-execution of the download or a restoration to the previous data;
if it is judged that the user selects the re-execution of the download, re-executing the data download;
if it is judged that the user selects the restoration to the previous data, restoring the storage data of the third sector into the second sector; and
displaying a version of the program changed through the download. - View Dependent Claims (18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27)
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