Radio human-machine interface using knobs and menu picks
First Claim
1. A human-machine interface for the control of an audio system, the human-machine interface comprising:
- a display in communication with the audio system;
a plurality of knobs, at least one knob of the plurality of knobs having a first selection mode and a second selection mode, the at least one knob being rotatable in the first selection mode and being depressable in the second selection mode, the human-machine interface being controlled through the plurality of knobs, the display including a selection controlled by a knob of the plurality of knobs; and
a visual indicator to identify a location of a knob of the plurality of knobs used to control the selection.
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Abstract
The present invention provides a human-machine interface where control is achieved without the use of buttons. By providing multiple knobs, the audio system maximizes functionality while minimizing cost and space requirements. Each knob is capable of two selection modes: a first selection mode provided by rotating the knob and a second selection mode provided by depressing the knob. The two selection modes correspond to ergonomic selection pairs for controlling the audio system. The reduced area required for controls allows for a larger display area; which provides the user with a more attractive display that can convey more information. When a change in a status, through knob manipulation is sensed by the audio system, the display automatically provides a menu that corresponds to the ergonomic pair assigned to that knob. The automated switching of menus minimizes navigation between screens, while providing full manipulation of that audio system function using a single knob control. The present invention also provides for the display to visually indicate which knob is being used.
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36 Claims
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1. A human-machine interface for the control of an audio system, the human-machine interface comprising:
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a display in communication with the audio system; a plurality of knobs, at least one knob of the plurality of knobs having a first selection mode and a second selection mode, the at least one knob being rotatable in the first selection mode and being depressable in the second selection mode, the human-machine interface being controlled through the plurality of knobs, the display including a selection controlled by a knob of the plurality of knobs; and a visual indicator to identify a location of a knob of the plurality of knobs used to control the selection. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14)
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15. A human-machine interface for the control of an audio system, the human-machine interface comprising:
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a plurality of knobs including a first selection mode end second selection mode, the first mode of selection including rotating the plurality of knobs, the second mode of selection including depressing the plurality of knobs, wherein the human machine interface is controlled exclusively by the plurality of knobs; and a display in communication with the audio system, the display adapted to provide a selection indicator and a visual indicator, the visual indicator identifying a location of a knob of the plurality of knobs used to control the selection indicator. - View Dependent Claims (16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28)
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29. A human-machine interface for controlling an audio system, the human-machine interface comprising:
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a display in communication with the audio system; and at least three knobs, the at least three knobs being capable of a first and second selection mode, the first selection mode including rotating the knob, the second selection mode including depressing the knob the display including a selection and a visual indicator to identify a location of a knob of the at least three knobs used to control the selection. - View Dependent Claims (30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36)
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