Modular wireless diagnostic, test, and information
First Claim
1. An apparatus for analyzing an automobile, comprising:
- a hands-free user interface device; and
a first measurement instrumentation device coupled to the automobile and the hands-free user interface device, the first measurement instrumentation device having a capability to receive data from the hands-free user interface device for use in analyzing the automobile.
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Abstract
A computer-based apparatus provides access to complex technical information needed, for example, to maintain and repair complicated equipment, such as a motor vehicle. The apparatus includes a combined user interface and main control module to communicate with at least one remotely operated instrumentation module to control and obtain data by wireless communication. The combined user interface and main control module has an interactive display which enables the user to command the functions of the remotely deployed instrumentation module(s) and enter data through interaction with the display, as well as executes diagnostic application programs and displays information to the user. Alternatively, a separate user interface module and main control module connected by wireless communication can be provided, in which the user interface module not only commands the functions of the instrumentation module(s), but also commands remote execution of diagnostic application programs by the main control module.
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17 Claims
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1. An apparatus for analyzing an automobile, comprising:
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a hands-free user interface device; and a first measurement instrumentation device coupled to the automobile and the hands-free user interface device, the first measurement instrumentation device having a capability to receive data from the hands-free user interface device for use in analyzing the automobile. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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13. A method for analyzing an automobile, comprising the steps of:
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coupling a first measurement instrumentation device to the automobile; linking a hands-free user interface to the first measurement instrumentation device; using the hands-free user interface to request data from the automobile; and transmitting the request from the hands-free user interface to the first measurement instrumentation device. - View Dependent Claims (14, 15, 16, 17)
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