Washing machine and system data changing method of the same
First Claim
1. A washing machine, comprising:
- a first tank configured to contain washing water;
a second tank rotatably installed in the first tank;
a load section comprising at least one of a motor configured to drive the second tank, a water supply device configured to supply washing water, and a drain device configured to drain washing water;
a microcomputer configured to control operation of the load section and to read an operation state of the load section;
an input section configured to receive a plurality of user input operation commands and to set a plurality of functions of the washing machine;
a display section configured to display the plurality of functions and an operation state of the washing machine;
an interface section connected to the microcomputer and an external device and configured to perform a data exchange therebetween; and
a memory device configured to store operation history data of the load section, wherein the microcomputer is configured to upload the stored operation history data to the external device, and to download a plurality of new washer operation parameters from the external device and store the downloaded parameters in the memory device.
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Abstract
A washing machine and a method are provided for changing system data which allow a user to identify problems with the product itself, installation, problems due to regional characteristics, changes in use, and the like, and to change system operation data accordingly. A user may change/replace a pre-stored wash program to address specific problems encountered based on user preferences and wash history. An interface section for sending/receiving wash-related data to/from an external device, and a memory for enabling data read/write and for storing data received from the external device are provided to allow for transmission of wash history and receipt and downloading of additional wash programs. Thus convenience, washing performance, and operational efficiency can be maximized, while problem diagnosis and repair performed by the user or service man can be facilitated.
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1. A washing machine, comprising:
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a first tank configured to contain washing water;
a second tank rotatably installed in the first tank;
a load section comprising at least one of a motor configured to drive the second tank, a water supply device configured to supply washing water, and a drain device configured to drain washing water;
a microcomputer configured to control operation of the load section and to read an operation state of the load section;
an input section configured to receive a plurality of user input operation commands and to set a plurality of functions of the washing machine;
a display section configured to display the plurality of functions and an operation state of the washing machine;
an interface section connected to the microcomputer and an external device and configured to perform a data exchange therebetween; and
a memory device configured to store operation history data of the load section, wherein the microcomputer is configured to upload the stored operation history data to the external device, and to download a plurality of new washer operation parameters from the external device and store the downloaded parameters in the memory device. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17)
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18. A washing machine, comprising:
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an inner tank rotatably installed in an outer tank;
a load section comprising at least one of a motor configured to drive the inner tank, a water supply device configured to supply washing water, and a draining device configured to drain washing water;
a microcomputer configured to control operation of the load section and to read an operation state of the load section;
an input section configured to receive a plurality of operation commands and to set a plurality of functions of the washing machine;
a display section configured to display the plurality of functions and an operation state of the washing machine; and
a memory device configured to store operation history data of the load section, wherein the microcomputer is configured to upload the stored operation history data to an external device, and tow download a plurality of new washer operation parameters from the external device, and to store the downloaded operation parameters in the memory device. - View Dependent Claims (19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32)
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