EP1111571A2 - Dispositif pour l'amusement, l'information ou le traitement de données - Google Patents

Dispositif pour l'amusement, l'information ou le traitement de données Download PDF

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EP1111571A2
EP1111571A2 EP00890376A EP00890376A EP1111571A2 EP 1111571 A2 EP1111571 A2 EP 1111571A2 EP 00890376 A EP00890376 A EP 00890376A EP 00890376 A EP00890376 A EP 00890376A EP 1111571 A2 EP1111571 A2 EP 1111571A2
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G09—EDUCATION; CRYPTOGRAPHY; DISPLAY; ADVERTISING; SEALS
    • G09F—DISPLAYING; ADVERTISING; SIGNS; LABELS OR NAME-PLATES; SEALS
    • G09F27/00—Combined visual and audible advertising or displaying, e.g. for public address
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47B—TABLES; DESKS; OFFICE FURNITURE; CABINETS; DRAWERS; GENERAL DETAILS OF FURNITURE
    • A47B2200/00—General construction of tables or desks
    • A47B2200/0066—Workstations
    • A47B2200/0075—Computer kiosks or stands

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  • the invention relates to a device for entertainment, Information playback or data processing with at least one Display device and at least one input device and any output devices.
  • the invention relates in particular an entertainment device, for example in the manner of a Slot machines or a computer game or the like.
  • the device intended for public use and for operation or query be standing or sitting on a stool or the like.
  • the relevant device also for information reproduction or data processing serve.
  • Such facilities can be found on public Places such as airports or train stations Information about arrival or departure or departure times or Hotels or much more.
  • Also used as a ticket machine, Music machine or time recording system is conceivable.
  • the device in question can be used almost anywhere an interaction between a user and the device take place should.
  • the device can operate with its own intelligence, i.e. built-in computer or just as a terminal with a Connection to a central computer.
  • DE 93 18 505 U1 describes an information terminal, which for the purpose of better usability both by wheelchair-bound people as well as by non-disabled people below the viewing window of the screen has a free space for the feet.
  • the housing is connected, for example, to a counterweight and arranged so that the focus of the entire information terminal over its stand area.
  • US 5 663 746 A relates to an information terminal which especially serves to a potential car buyer certain car model with the desired color of the body and To illustrate upholstery.
  • the information terminal For this purpose are on the information terminal numerous rotating controls attached, with which the desired color or the car model can be selected.
  • the object of the present invention is therefore to create a device defined at the outset, which is intended for use in suitable for public areas and which are ergonomic Aspects are optimally designed.
  • the device should be as possible be safe from willful or unconscious destruction and represent the lowest possible risk of injury.
  • the installation and commissioning of the device should be quick and can be done easily.
  • the device should by a pleasant and appealing look and one if possible distinguish simple manufacturing possibility. More above mentioned disadvantages of known devices should be avoided or at least be reduced.
  • the first object of the invention is achieved in that the input device (s) as well as any output devices only on the front of the device are arranged and that the front is at least partially is convex.
  • the at least one display device is also advantageous on the at least partially convex front arranged.
  • the front is advantageously by at least one convexly curved in both the vertical and horizontal directions Front cover formed. This offers in terms of Ergonomics advantages.
  • the or each front cover can be made of plastic relatively cheaply getting produced. Different materials can be used and manufacturing methods are used.
  • the lower A footrest can be arranged in the region of the depression the convenience of standing or sitting on a stool User increased.
  • At least one display device for optimal comfort formed by a screen, which is essentially in the area arranged from 70% of the height of the device and with its Axis is inclined essentially by 45 ° to the horizontal. Thereby provides an optimal view of the screen.
  • At least one display device by a Screen is formed, which is vertical and / or horizontal Is arranged pivotable.
  • the screen surrounded by a frame in which speaker grille are integrated.
  • the screen is together with all components intended for this, such as controllers, etc. advantageously arranged in a module. This makes it quick Assembly and quick replacement possible.
  • For optimal Acoustic conditions can be multiple speakers, preferably four speakers at different locations on the device to be placed.
  • a palm rest is arranged below the display device.
  • the user can refer to this during the game or support the query of the device, which is particularly the case with a benefit to a standing user.
  • the palm rest has a convex curved surface as well has convexly curved side surfaces on the one hand soft support guaranteed, on the other hand, it can be turned off of objects, such as glasses or ashtrays be effectively prevented.
  • the Hand rest should be coated with a soft material.
  • At least one front cover forming the front is designed to be foldable the facilities behind it are made more accessible are serviced and replaced more easily and quickly become. For example, the behind the The image on the top front cover has been cleaned or replaced become.
  • a cash desk with a lock arranged.
  • a cash register is on money-operated devices, such as slot machines necessary. Due to the arrangement on the front this is easily accessible.
  • the lock can be used by unauthorized persons interference with the cash desk can be prevented.
  • the manipulation when emptying the cash register or when filling up with change facilitated.
  • a possible banknote reader can in the Cash register to be integrated.
  • the device essentially has one vertical back wall in which any connections, such as network connections, network connections, etc. and openings, such as Fan openings are provided.
  • any connections such as network connections, network connections, etc. and openings, such as Fan openings are provided.
  • the rear wall at least one bar, for example made of wood or plastic, for shock absorption. This is advantageously or each bar vertically and essentially over the entire height arranged throughout.
  • the device can be arranged on the bottom of a base, the one convex curved surface and convex curved side surfaces having.
  • the curvature minimizes the risk of injury and achieves better cleanability.
  • the Base used for footrest for a standing user become.
  • the bottom can at least two roles or the like can be arranged.
  • At least three are on the bottom side for a stable installation height-adjustable feet arranged.
  • Any network cards, modems or the like are according to one Another feature of the invention integrated in the device. This reduces the effort for commissioning and also a willful or unconscious damage to the components avoided.
  • a card reader e.g. a credit card reader be provided. This card reader can be used for that Read magnetic and / or chip cards.
  • a coin slot and a coin slot are provided as an output device his.
  • a printer may be provided.
  • the printer can do all kinds of things Data, such as game results, or Issue invoices.
  • An input device is advantageously provided by the Display device in the form of a "touchscreen" the input or menu navigation via the screen is not a keyboard or the like. Which is required before destruction or contamination would have to be specially protected.
  • At least one camera arranged on the front of the device is. This allows the user's picture over the network, especially the internet.
  • FIGS 1 to 5 show different views of a Embodiment of the device according to the invention in part cut representation.
  • the device 1 for example a money-operated entertainment device includes a display device 2, for example in the form of a screen.
  • the device 1 essentially has a front view rectangular shape.
  • the input devices like a card reader 3, or a coin slot 4, are on the front of the device 1 arranged.
  • a further input device could be a Keyboard, mouse or a joystick or the like may be provided.
  • the mouse can be equipped with a fingerprint sensor be the operator's fingerprint checked and only if it matches the fingerprint of one authorized person to operate the device.
  • the Screen 2 provided in the form of a so-called "touch screen”.
  • a lamp 31 can be arranged in the upper region of the device 1 be used for backlighting a trademark or can serve as information.
  • Any existing dispensing devices, like a printer 5 or a coin ejection 6 are also arranged on the front of the device 1.
  • the front of the device is at least partially convex. This will make you in front of the device 1 standing user an optimal ease of use and provides an optimal view of the screen 2.
  • the screen 2 is preferably in one Angles of substantially 45 ° inclined.
  • the screen 2 over a certain angular range arranged inclinable.
  • a horizontal Swiveling are provided. Due to the convex shape of the lower part of the front gives the user the necessary foot room commanded.
  • money-operated devices 1 is also the cash desk 7 advantageously arranged on the front.
  • a lock 8 is used to lock and unlock the cash desk 7.
  • In unlocked state is the cash register 7 according to a further feature of the invention Extendable towards the front via rails (see Fig. 8).
  • a banknote reader (not shown) can be integrated in the cash register 7 his.
  • Hand rest 9 provided, which on their surface and on their Side surfaces curved and flat on the underside is. For better stability of the device 1 can bottom a base 10 similar to the hand rest 9 is provided become.
  • the base 10 can also be used as a footrest for one standing users.
  • At the bottom of the device 1 are preferably four height-adjustable feet 11 and two rollers 12 arranged.
  • Side tables 13 can be provided for storage.
  • A preferably also in the upper area of the device 1 Be arranged camera for capturing the user (not shown). This can be especially for networked applications, e.g. be beneficial or useful over the Internet.
  • the chamfer 14 is the one hand the risk of injury from The presence of sharp edges, on the other hand, the risk of damage the device 1 itself reduced.
  • the rear wall provided two strips 15, which for example can be made of wood or plastic and as a bumper Act.
  • the upper end of the chamfer 14 are handles 16 or recessed grips provided, which is easy to use the device allows.
  • FIG. 6 is a perspective view of an upper one Front cover 19 of the device 1 according to FIGS. 1 to 5 reproduced.
  • the upper front cover 19 is both horizontal, and also convex in the vertical direction and contains a recess 21 for the screen 2.
  • a frame 22 provided that preferably also any speaker grilles 23 and possibly also the card reader 3.
  • a recess 24 for inserting coins 4 installed.
  • the recess 25 could also have a corresponding recess for another Screen are provided (not shown). About this Another screen could be advertising or information to the user be transmitted.
  • Front cover 20 is also convex according to the invention. This is the or in front of the device seated users are given the necessary legroom.
  • the device 1 is within the convex shaped lower front cover a concave shaped Recess 26 arranged, which increases the foot space even further.
  • a concave shaped Recess 26 arranged, which increases the foot space even further.
  • a footrest 28 is arranged on which the user can carry his Can put on feet.
  • a printer 5 can be placed in the footrest 28 or the coin ejection 6 can be integrated.
  • the shows lower front cover 20 still a recess 29 for the base 10.
  • the front covers 19, 20 can be made of metal or plastic be made.
  • the top and bottom front cover 19, 20 can of course also be formed in one piece.
  • Unlock lock 8 is a perspective view of an integrated one extendable cash desk 7 shown.
  • the cash desk 7 is with one Lock 8 equipped for locking and unlocking.
  • Authorized personnel it is possible through an appropriate conclusion that Unlock lock 8 and cash register 7 via rails 30 in Art pulling a drawer forward and emptying it.
  • FIGS. 9a to 9c show the palm rest in different views.
  • the surface and the side surfaces are curved and the bottom executed flat. This minimizes the risk of injury and ensures a gentle support of the hands. Through the curved Placing glasses or ashtrays on the surface also becomes prevented and thus a further source of pollution prevented.
  • the hand rest 9 can be provided with a soft coating become.
  • FIG. 10 shows a sectional illustration of an embodiment the device with the upper front cover pivoted 19, which gives access to the facilities behind it, like display device 2, card reader 3, coin slot 4, Lamp 31 or camera, for example for their maintenance, easier becomes.
  • the top front cover is 19 connected to the palm rest 9 and articulated at the top with connected to the frame of the device.

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EP1764543A3 (fr) * 2005-09-14 2008-07-30 Funworld AG Dispositif destiné à la reproduction de données

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