EP0825501A1 - Dispositif de commutation contrÔlé par programme avec commande à menu - Google Patents

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EP0825501A1
EP0825501A1 EP97113956A EP97113956A EP0825501A1 EP 0825501 A1 EP0825501 A1 EP 0825501A1 EP 97113956 A EP97113956 A EP 97113956A EP 97113956 A EP97113956 A EP 97113956A EP 0825501 A1 EP0825501 A1 EP 0825501A1
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    • G04—HOROLOGY
    • G04G—ELECTRONIC TIME-PIECES
    • G04G15/00—Time-pieces comprising means to be operated at preselected times or after preselected time intervals
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  • the invention relates to a built-in time switch with a Microprocessor with an associated control program, a Timers with input buttons for a program selection, too a setting of programmed counters and one respective election confirmation and with a display device a program and operating data display and at least a measurement signal input, the measurement signal in an analog-digital converter digitized and then according to the program is processed, as well as with at least one output side connected controlled switch, control program on key-controllable menu program with a main menu and Submenus and counter setting menu items of the programmed Counter and a menu display program part and Counter representation program parts included.
  • Such a built-in timer is from "Electronics World '96", Catalog from Conrad Electronic, 92240 Hirschau, valid from August '95, pp. 71 - 73, 990, 1065, where "Dialog Z" UP timer described a programmed device which includes different types of devices, such as timers, Twilight switches, random switches, etc., which are replaced by a Program selection must be activated and for which the associated setting options one after the other for execution Tobe offered.
  • the numerical display only allows one limited program selection and functional representation.
  • DE 42 10 874 A1 describes an electronic time switch which has a microprocessor which contains a fixed setting program and an operating program.
  • the operating functions and the operating functions are each visualized in certain special fields of the display device. This means that the display device is designed to match the timer functions and the entire switching device can only be used in this way.
  • the setting of new switching default times and a new time and date specification requires precise knowledge of the setting operating functions, which are generally to be attached to each switching device as extensive printed operating instructions in a variety of languages.
  • the desired switching times, the so-called programming are set in a program-controlled manner each time a button is pressed, by changing counter readings and, after pressing an operating button, they are stored in a memory which the operating control program accesses.
  • a digital wristwatch is known from US Pat. No. 5,477,508 known with a 6-line X-numeric LCD display that has menu control for the function settings, the main menu is different modes, like alarm clock, Lets choose stopwatch and calculator as well as time settings and the setting functions in the associated submenus are to be carried out, with corresponding digital Time representations or number field representations for display come.
  • the program is a Leitmenue includes which via a special key or via a coded switch combination is to be selected and with the one each from different representable Switchgear types, such as time switch, thermostatic switch, Alarm clock, twilight switch and pulse clock, selected Switching device type in each case a suitable selection of Main menu items can be assigned, and that the Menu program includes a language selection menu in which a menu text table in different languages is assigned to the appropriate language, each according to the menu selection, what the Display device a multi-line alphanumerically controllable Dot matrix is dependent and that the menu display program part from a selected menu item, if this is one
  • the main menu item is the table text of this and several the following main menu items or if this is a sub-menu item, the table text of this and at least the associated main menu item, and if necessary at least. an associated counter representation on the display device brings to representation.
  • the device according to the invention provides the possibility of using one device, many different so far Device types, such as time switch, thermostatic switch, alarm clock, Twilight switch and / or pulse clock to replace. Quite a few such device types have partial functions in the same way. So all clock types have the setting of the time and if necessary the Weekdays and a date together. Furthermore are Comparison times for switch-on times, switch-off times or record switching time and keep it ready. Furthermore some control devices have digital or analog measuring inputs monitor, why record and save comparison values are. Some of the functions are basic and others optional.
  • Table 1 gives an overview of a main menu. If a device type is selected, the option can be exercised when setting up the function and a determination can be made for the intended purpose, which items should appear in the menu. Additional menu item combinations or additional main menu items and submenus can be programmed and added. This simplifies the development of new switchgear types and increases their production quantities, product life and simplifies storage, repair and customer service. The saving in manuals also makes logistics and customer service easier. The addition of another language only requires its text table.
  • the device type for which a switching device is to be used is either menu-controlled by means of a special key operation when switching on via the entry into the main menu, or in another version by code specification at inputs of the microprocessor via solder bridges or switches. The type of assignment of measurement signal inputs, for example a temperature sensor or a brightness sensor, can also be used in accordance with the program to determine the type of device.
  • Ease of use results from a Large-number display over two or three line heights enough, then only one line of text for the main menu text and if necessary. one are provided for a submenu text.
  • Table 1 shows an example of a switching device with a Switching relay, which on up to four inputs and Switch-off times, to be assigned to the days of the week can be programmed in timer mode. are If several relays are provided, there are additional lines for this Add table.
  • Table 2 illustrates the function of a single channel Time switch a graded sequence of main menu items, Submenu items and counter setting items.
  • This overview table of the function sequences shows the variety of design options. Since a four-line display is provided, four levels of the menu should not be exceeded if the text entry is to be visualized from each active level. The subsequent steps in a menu level can often be expediently represented in double or triplet fields, such as hour-minutes or hour-minute-seconds or day-month-year or vice versa.
  • Tables 3 - 9 clearly show how the Device when used as a single channel time switch, i.e. with only a relay output.
  • the previously pressed key is in the left column specified.
  • In the second column is the display picture and in The third column is a functional comment shown.
  • the current point is in the top one Line and brought in negative representation.
  • the meter positions to be influenced are flashing intended.
  • the numbers are preferably over two line heights trained if only a time, number or date is to be displayed.
  • Table 6 shows how in the 1st and 5th block for example the on and off times for "Progr. 1" and "Program 2" certain days of the week, here Monday to Friday, be assigned. Then in the further course of programming the on and off times of "Progr. 3" the last two Allotted weekdays.
  • Tab. 9 in the main menu item "Automatic" is the transition to Switching operating state provided.
  • the current operating data are continuously updated Brought ad.
  • display can be provided according to the program, which are shown as examples and known, firmly marked display devices orientate.
  • the clearly arranged elements are one digital current time and date display, as well as a bar or sector-based switching times with Scaling information.
  • a grid-like structure of the beams facilitates the overview.
  • Fig. 1 shows a block diagram of the device.
  • MP Microprocessor
  • PS program memory
  • MTS memory section
  • ZS meter memories
  • MZS Marker cell memories
  • BS Image storage areas
  • a time pulse generator (CL) is required for the timer function provided, the pulses in a counter input of a Daily time counter (Tz) can be entered, the Overflow signals given in the input of a date counter (Dt) will.
  • the data of the image to be displayed are from the Image memory (BS) via a control unit (DC) to the Hand over display device (D), which is a dot matrix.
  • DC control unit
  • D Hand over display device
  • Measuring signal input ME
  • a / D analog-digital converter
  • the microprocessor (MP) switches on the output side if necessary. about an amplifier, at least one relay (R1), whose contact (RK) is to be connected externally.
  • the entire circuit is in a standard row-mount housing (G) of about 35 mm width according to FIG. 2 to accommodate together with a power supply.
  • the front is mainly occupied with the display device (D) and below equipped with two and two buttons (Menu, Ok, T-, T +) that are good with one or better with two neighboring fingers are operating.
  • the counting keys (T +, T-) are used to advance through the menu. It is then within the scope of the logic to also use the countdown key (T-) for switching back in the menu.
  • the up-counting key (T +) is sensibly arranged to the right of the down-counting key (T-), since advancing, e.g. also in the weekday display, then runs to the right with the right key (T +) and vice versa with the left key (T-) Left.
  • a progression corresponds to a step down in the representation of the points.
  • the other two buttons (OK, Menu) are then preferably to the right.

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EP97113956A 1996-08-16 1997-08-13 Dispositif de commutation contrôlé par programme avec commande à menu Expired - Lifetime EP0825501B1 (fr)

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DE10313759A1 (de) * 2003-03-27 2004-10-21 Legrand Gmbh Digitalschaltuhr mit grafischer Schaltanzeige

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JPS58132683A (ja) * 1982-02-03 1983-08-08 Casio Comput Co Ltd 翻訳機能付電子時計
EP0176383A1 (fr) * 1984-08-03 1986-04-02 Telemecanique Dispositif de commutation horaire programmable
EP0332957A1 (fr) * 1988-03-18 1989-09-20 TEM AG für Elektronik Dispositif de commande de chauffage
EP0354487A2 (fr) * 1988-08-11 1990-02-14 LEGRAND GmbH Appareil électronique, numérique, de commutation et/ou de régulation, en particulier interrupteur horaire
US5477508A (en) * 1994-05-31 1995-12-19 Will; Craig A. Control of digital watch using menu and thumbwheel

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JPS58132683A (ja) * 1982-02-03 1983-08-08 Casio Comput Co Ltd 翻訳機能付電子時計
EP0176383A1 (fr) * 1984-08-03 1986-04-02 Telemecanique Dispositif de commutation horaire programmable
EP0332957A1 (fr) * 1988-03-18 1989-09-20 TEM AG für Elektronik Dispositif de commande de chauffage
EP0354487A2 (fr) * 1988-08-11 1990-02-14 LEGRAND GmbH Appareil électronique, numérique, de commutation et/ou de régulation, en particulier interrupteur horaire
US5477508A (en) * 1994-05-31 1995-12-19 Will; Craig A. Control of digital watch using menu and thumbwheel

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DE10313759A1 (de) * 2003-03-27 2004-10-21 Legrand Gmbh Digitalschaltuhr mit grafischer Schaltanzeige
DE10313759B4 (de) * 2003-03-27 2005-04-21 Legrand Gmbh Digitalschaltuhr mit grafischer Schaltanzeige

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