Modular pro TBA knob for open storage areas
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1. A vehicle control module comprising:
- a modular adaptor defining a receptacle and configured for insertion into a cupholder;
a housing defining an extension and configured to mate electrically and mechanically with the modular adapter, the extension is received by the receptacle when the housing mates to the modular adaptor;
a user interface including a rotatable dial connected to the housing; and
a data port for controlling a trailer backup assist function of a vehicle.
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Abstract
A vehicle trailer backup assist control module for positioning in an open area of a vehicle is disclosed, comprising a control device configured to mate electrically and mechanically with a modular adapter for removable positioning the module in the open area of the vehicle, a user interface for receiving gestures from a user and for providing feedback to the user, at least one visual indicator for indicating a status of the control device and/or of a trailer backup assist function of the vehicle, and a data port for transmitting and receiving data to and from the vehicle for controlling a trailer backup assist function of the vehicle.
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1. A vehicle control module comprising:
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a modular adaptor defining a receptacle and configured for insertion into a cupholder; a housing defining an extension and configured to mate electrically and mechanically with the modular adapter, the extension is received by the receptacle when the housing mates to the modular adaptor; a user interface including a rotatable dial connected to the housing; and a data port for controlling a trailer backup assist function of a vehicle. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
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10. A vehicle trailer backup assist control module, the control module comprising:
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a modular adaptor including a receptacle and configured for positioning in an open area of a vehicle; a housing defining an extension and configured to mate electrically and mechanically with the modular adapter for removable positioning in the open area, the receptacle is to receive the extension in a keyed relationship to fit the housing and the modular adapter together in one orientation; a user interface including a rotatable dial connected to the housing for receiving gestures from a user and for providing feedback to the user; and a data port for transmitting and receiving data to and from the vehicle for controlling a trailer backup assist function of the vehicle. - View Dependent Claims (11, 12, 13, 14, 15)
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16. A vehicle trailer backup assist control module, the control module comprising:
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a modular adaptor defining a receptacle and configured for insertion into a cupholder of a vehicle; a housing including a housing portion and connected electrically and mechanically to the modular adapter for removably positioning in the cupholder, the receptacle is to receive the housing portion in a keyed relationship to fit the housing portion and the adapter together in one orientation; a user interface including a rotatable dial connected to the housing for receiving gestures from a user and for providing feedback to the user; and a data port for transmitting and receiving data to and from the vehicle for controlling a trailer backup assist function of the vehicle. - View Dependent Claims (17, 18, 19)
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