TWI497352B - Electronic device and method for controlling program thereof - Google Patents
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本發明是有關於一種電子裝置以及控制此電子裝置之程式的方法,且特別是有關於一種控制電子裝置的程式的操作的方法,此電子裝置包括一輸入單元,此輸入單元具有可以在二維平面(two-dimensional plane)上移動的磁性感測器(magnetic sensor)。The present invention relates to an electronic device and a method of controlling the program of the electronic device, and more particularly to a method of controlling the operation of a program of an electronic device, the electronic device including an input unit having a two-dimensional A magnetic sensor that moves on a two-dimensional plane.
近期的電子裝置變得很小且具有多種功能。例如,近期的蜂巢式電話(cellular phone)除了提供呼叫功能之外還提供攝影(photographing)功能以及音樂播放(music-replay)功能。Recent electronic devices have become small and have multiple functions. For example, the recent cellular phone provides a photographing function and a music-replay function in addition to providing a calling function.
各種輸入單元被用於控制近期的電子裝置的程式的操作。在先前技術中,諸如滑鼠裝置(mouse device)、觸控墊(touch pad)、鍵擊按鈕(click button)以及鍵擊墊(click pad)之類的裝置被用作輸入裝置。然而,因為滑鼠裝置以及觸控墊都相對較大,所以其不適合用於小型的電子裝置。Various input units are used to control the operation of programs of recent electronic devices. In the prior art, devices such as a mouse device, a touch pad, a click button, and a click pad are used as input devices. However, since the mouse device and the touch pad are relatively large, they are not suitable for use in small electronic devices.
在近期所提出的方法中,程式的操作動作被配置給多個鍵擊按鈕,以及當鍵擊按鈕被按壓時,為了控制已執行的程式,被配置給已按壓的鍵擊按鈕的操作動作須被執行。然而,在這種情況下,因為控制程式所需要的輸入訊號的數目增加,所以需要更多的鍵擊按鈕。例如,如果為了控制在電子裝置上運行的程式需要4個輸入訊號,則需要4個鍵擊按鈕,以及如果需要7個輸入訊號,則需要7個鍵擊按鈕。從而,由於增加了鍵擊按鈕的數目,所以也增加了電子裝置的製造成本。In the recently proposed method, the operation action of the program is configured to a plurality of keystroke buttons, and when the keystroke button is pressed, in order to control the executed program, the operation action of being configured to the pressed keystroke button is required. Executed. However, in this case, because the number of input signals required by the control program increases, more keystroke buttons are required. For example, if four input signals are required to control a program running on an electronic device, four keystroke buttons are required, and if seven input signals are required, seven keystroke buttons are required. Thus, since the number of keystroke buttons is increased, the manufacturing cost of the electronic device is also increased.
在先前技術中,圓頂開關(dome switch)通常被用作鍵擊按鈕。然而,圓頂開關需要相對大的安裝空間,從而其很難減小採用圓頂開關的電子裝置的尺寸。In the prior art, a dome switch is commonly used as a keystroke button. However, the dome switch requires a relatively large installation space, so that it is difficult to reduce the size of the electronic device using the dome switch.
本發明提供了一種小型的、便宜的包括輸入單元的電子製造,此輸入單元具有在二維平面上可以移動或者可以旋轉的致動構件(actuating member),以及提供一種方法,此方法藉由採用輸入控制訊號來控制電子裝置的程式的各種功能,藉由採用回應於致動構件的移動而輸出的移動訊號而生成此輸入控制訊號。The present invention provides a small, inexpensive electronic manufacturing including an input unit having an actuating member that is movable or rotatable in a two-dimensional plane, and a method of providing a method by employing The control signal is input to control various functions of the program of the electronic device, and the input control signal is generated by using a mobile signal output in response to the movement of the actuating member.
根據本發明的示例實施例,提供了一種控制電子裝置的程式的方法,此電子裝置具有能夠二維移動(two-dimensional movement)以及上/下移動(up/down movement)的指標控制單元(pointing control unit),此方法包括:接收藉由指標控制單元的二維移動而生成的至少一個移動訊號以及藉由指標控制單元的上/下移動而生成的鍵擊訊號;藉由結合已接收的訊號而生成輸入控制訊號;以及藉由採用該輸入控制訊號而控制程式的操作。According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a method of controlling a program of an electronic device having an indicator control unit capable of two-dimensional movement and up/down movement (pointing Control unit), the method includes: receiving at least one mobile signal generated by two-dimensional movement of the indicator control unit and a keystroke signal generated by up/down movement of the indicator control unit; by combining the received signals And generating an input control signal; and controlling the operation of the program by using the input control signal.
電子裝置還包括分別位於±x軸和±y軸上的感測器,感測器的輸出位準根據指標控制單元的移動而變化,以及根據感測器的輸出,移動訊號可以包括藉由指標控制單元的直線移動(linear movement)而生成的軸向移動訊號(axial direction movement signal)以及藉由指標控制單元的曲線移動(curved movement)而生成的旋轉訊號。The electronic device further includes a sensor respectively located on the ±x axis and the ±y axis, the output level of the sensor changes according to the movement of the indicator control unit, and according to the output of the sensor, the mobile signal may include an indicator The axial direction movement signal generated by the linear movement of the control unit and the rotation signal generated by the curved movement of the index control unit.
在每一訊號輸入期間,成功地施加移動訊號,其中如果在至少4至6個訊號輸入期間施加相同的移動訊號,則各移動訊號被辨識為所述軸向移動訊號,以及如果在不大於(not more than)4至10個訊號輸入期間被施加的移動訊號是不同的,則各移動訊號被辨識為旋轉訊號。During each signal input, the mobile signal is successfully applied, wherein if the same mobile signal is applied during at least 4 to 6 signal input, each mobile signal is recognized as the axial mobile signal, and if not greater than ( Not more than) The mobile signals applied during 4 to 10 signal inputs are different, and each mobile signal is recognized as a rotary signal.
軸向移動訊號可以包括+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號以及-y軸移動訊號,以及旋轉訊號可以包括順時針旋轉訊號(clockwise rotation signal)以及反時針旋轉訊號(counterclockwise rotation signal)。The axial movement signal may include a +x axis movement signal, an -x axis movement signal, a +y axis movement signal, and a -y axis movement signal, and the rotation signal may include a clockwise rotation signal and a counterclockwise rotation signal ( Counterclockwise rotation signal).
如果只接收了鍵擊訊號(click signal),則生成第一輸入控制訊號;如果在至少4至6個訊號輸入期間成功地接收相同的+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號或者-y軸移動訊號,則根據對應於各個軸的移動訊號來生成第二輸入控制訊號、第三輸入控制訊號、第四輸入控制訊號或第五輸入控制訊號;如果在接收+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號或者-y軸移動訊號之後接收鍵擊訊號,則根據對應於各個軸的移動訊號來生成第六輸入控制訊號、第七輸入控制訊號、第八輸入控制訊號或第九輸入控制訊號;如果在連續地(continuously)接收鍵擊訊號的狀態下接收+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號或者-y軸移動訊號,則根據對應於各個軸的移動訊號來生成第十輸入控制訊號、第十一輸入控制訊號、第十二輸入控制訊號或第十三輸入控制訊號;如果在不大於4至10個訊號輸入期間,+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號或者-y軸移動訊號連續地變化,則根據已變化的移動訊號的向量值可以生成第十四輸入控制訊號或第十五輸入控制訊號;如果在連續地接收鍵擊訊號的狀態下,在不大於4至10個訊號輸入期間,+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號或者-y軸移動訊號連續地變化,則根據已變化的移動訊號的向量值可以生成第十六輸入控制訊號或第十七輸入控制訊號;如果在不大於4至10個訊號輸入期間,+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號或者-y軸移動訊號連續地變化之後,接收鍵擊訊號,則根據已變化的移動訊號的向量值可以生成第十八輸入控制訊號或第十九輸入控制訊號;如果在30至300個訊號輸入期間,只接收鍵擊訊號,則可以生成第二十輸入控制訊號;如果在接收鍵擊訊號之後,在4至10個訊號輸入期間,+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號或者-y軸移動訊號連續地變化,則根據對應的軸向移動訊號可以生成第二十一輸入控制訊號、第二十二輸入控制訊號、第二十三輸入控制訊號或第二十四輸入控制訊號;如果在接收鍵擊訊號之後,在不大於4至10個訊號輸入期間,+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號或者-y軸移動訊號連續地變化,則根據已變化的移動訊號的向量值可以生成第二十五輸入控制訊號或第二十六輸入控制訊號;以及如果在不大於4至10個訊號輸入期間,沒有成功地接收至少兩個鍵擊訊號,則可以生成第二十七輸入控制訊號。If only the click signal is received, the first input control signal is generated; if the same +x axis movement signal, the -x axis movement signal, the +y axis are successfully received during at least 4 to 6 signal input periods The mobile signal or the -y-axis mobile signal generates a second input control signal, a third input control signal, a fourth input control signal or a fifth input control signal according to the motion signal corresponding to each axis; if the +x axis is received Receiving the keystroke signal after the mobile signal, the -x axis moving signal, the +y axis moving signal or the -y axis moving signal, generating the sixth input control signal, the seventh input control signal, the first according to the mobile signal corresponding to each axis The eight input control signal or the ninth input control signal; if the +x axis movement signal, the -x axis movement signal, the +y axis movement signal or the -y axis movement signal is received in a state of continuously receiving the keystroke signal, Generating a tenth input control signal, an eleventh input control signal, a twelfth input control signal or a thirteenth input control signal according to the motion signal corresponding to each axis; When the +x axis movement signal, the -x axis movement signal, the +y axis movement signal or the -y axis movement signal continuously change during more than 4 to 10 signal input periods, the tenth can be generated according to the vector value of the changed motion signal. The four-input control signal or the fifteenth input control signal; if the keystroke signal is continuously received, during the period of no more than 4 to 10 signal inputs, the +x axis shift signal, the -x axis shift signal, and the +y axis The mobile signal or the -y-axis mobile signal continuously changes, and the sixteenth input control signal or the seventeenth input control signal may be generated according to the vector value of the changed mobile signal; if not more than 4 to 10 signal input periods, After the +x axis movement signal, the -x axis movement signal, the +y axis movement signal or the -y axis movement signal continuously change, receiving the keystroke signal, the eighteenth input control can be generated according to the vector value of the changed mobile signal Signal or the 19th input control signal; if only the keystroke signal is received during 30 to 300 signal input, the twentieth input control signal can be generated; if after receiving the keystroke signal, During the 4 to 10 signal input period, the +x axis movement signal, the -x axis movement signal, the +y axis movement signal or the -y axis movement signal continuously change, and the 21st input can be generated according to the corresponding axial movement signal. Control signal, twenty-second input control signal, twenty-third input control signal or twenty-fourth input control signal; if after receiving the keystroke signal, during no more than 4 to 10 signal input, +x axis movement The signal, the -x axis movement signal, the +y axis movement signal or the -y axis movement signal continuously change, and the twenty-fifth input control signal or the twenty-sixth input control signal can be generated according to the vector value of the changed mobile signal. And if the at least two keystroke signals are not successfully received during no more than 4 to 10 signal input periods, the twenty-seventh input control signal can be generated.
指標控制單元可以包括:磁鐵部分(magnet part);致動構件(actuating member),被配置為根據使用者的操作(manipulation)來致動該磁鐵部分;中間構件(intermediate member),被配置為將磁鐵部分以及致動構件回行(retum)到原始位置;以及圓頂開關,位於磁鐵部分的底部端(bottom side)。The indicator control unit may include: a magnet part; an actuating member configured to actuate the magnet portion according to a user's manipulation; an intermediate member configured to The magnet portion and the actuating member are retumed to the original position; and the dome switch is located at the bottom side of the magnet portion.
根據本發明的另一示例實施例,提供了一種藉由採用重播(replay)、停止(stopping)、音量調整(volume-adjustment)、音樂選擇(music selection)以及前進/倒帶(forwarding/rewinding)功能來控制電子裝置的音樂播放程式的方法。此電子裝置包括指標控制單元,此指標控制單元根據使用者的操作能夠在x-y平面上進行二維移動以及進行上/下移動;以及感測器,被配置為根據指標控制單元的移動來輸出訊號。此方法包括:決定是否施加第一鍵擊訊號以回應於指標控制單元的上/下移動;如果決定施加了第一鍵擊訊號,則執行重播功能或者停止功能;如果決定未施加第一鍵擊訊號,則決定指標控制單元是否在軸向移動或者旋轉;如果決定旋轉了指標控制單元,則根據指標控制單元的旋轉方向來執行音量調整功能;如果決定了在軸向移動該指標控制單元,則決定該指標控制單元的移動方向;在決定移動方向之後,決定第二鍵擊訊號是否被施加;如果第二鍵擊訊號被施加,則根據移動方向來執行音樂選擇功能;以及如果第二鍵擊訊號未被施加,則根據移動方向執行前進/倒帶功能。According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a replay, a stop, a volume-adjustment, a music selection, and a forwarding/rewinding are provided. A method of controlling the music player of an electronic device. The electronic device includes an indicator control unit capable of two-dimensional movement and up/down movement on the xy plane according to a user operation; and a sensor configured to output a signal according to the movement of the indicator control unit . The method includes: deciding whether to apply the first keystroke signal in response to the up/down movement of the indicator control unit; if it is decided to apply the first keystroke signal, performing a replay function or a stop function; if it is determined that the first keystroke is not applied The signal determines whether the indicator control unit moves or rotates in the axial direction; if it is determined that the index control unit is rotated, the volume adjustment function is performed according to the rotation direction of the indicator control unit; if it is determined that the indicator control unit is moved in the axial direction, Determining the moving direction of the indicator control unit; determining whether the second keystroke signal is applied after determining the moving direction; if the second keystroke signal is applied, performing the music selection function according to the moving direction; and if the second keystroke When the signal is not applied, the forward/rewind function is performed according to the moving direction.
在每一訊號輸入期間,感測器可以輸出訊號,以及如果在5至10個訊號輸入期間從感測器輸出的訊號是不同的,則可以決定指標控制單元被旋轉;如果在5至10個訊號輸入期間從感測器輸出相同的訊號,則可以決定指標控制單元被移動。During each signal input, the sensor can output a signal, and if the signals output from the sensor are different during 5 to 10 signal inputs, it can be determined that the indicator control unit is rotated; if 5 to 10 When the same signal is output from the sensor during the signal input period, it can be determined that the indicator control unit is moved.
在每一訊號輸入期間,感測器可以輸出訊號,以及如果在決定移動方向之後,在5至300個訊號輸入期間未施加第二鍵擊訊號,則可以決定未施加第二鍵擊訊號;以及如果在決定移動方向之後,在5至300個訊號輸入期間施加了第二鍵擊訊號,則可以決定第二鍵擊訊號被施加。During each signal input, the sensor can output a signal, and if the second keystroke signal is not applied during 5 to 300 signal input after determining the moving direction, it can be determined that the second keystroke signal is not applied; If a second keystroke signal is applied during 5 to 300 signal input after determining the direction of movement, it may be determined that the second keystroke signal is applied.
根據本發明的另一示例實施例,電子裝置包括:指標控制單元,能夠作二維平面移動以及上/下移動,指標控制單元被配置為根據上/下移動來輸出鍵擊訊號以及根據二維移動來生成移動訊號;指標控制模組(pointer control module),被配置為藉由結合鍵擊訊號以及移動訊號來生成輸入控制訊號;以及控制模組,被配置為根據輸入控制訊號來控制程式。According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the electronic device includes: an index control unit capable of two-dimensional plane movement and up/down movement, the indicator control unit configured to output the keystroke signal according to the up/down movement and according to the two-dimensional Moving to generate a mobile signal; a pointer control module configured to generate an input control signal by combining a keystroke signal and a mobile signal; and a control module configured to control the program based on the input control signal.
移動訊號可以包括根據操作單元被直線移動時輸出的感測訊號而生成的軸向移動訊號以及根據操作單元沿曲線移動時輸出的感測訊號而生成的旋轉訊號,以及在每一訊號輸入期間,成功地接收移動訊號,其中如果在至少4至6個訊號輸入期間施加相同的移動訊號,則移動訊號被辨識為軸向移動訊號,以及如果在不大於4至10個訊號輸入期間被施加的移動訊號是不同的,則移動訊號被辨識為旋轉訊號。The mobile signal may include an axial movement signal generated according to the sensing signal output when the operation unit is linearly moved, and a rotation signal generated according to the sensing signal output when the operation unit moves along the curve, and during each signal input period, Successfully receiving a mobile signal, wherein if the same mobile signal is applied during at least 4 to 6 signal inputs, the mobile signal is recognized as an axial movement signal and if the movement is applied during no more than 4 to 10 signal inputs If the signal is different, the mobile signal is recognized as a rotary signal.
根據本發明的另一示例實施例,記錄媒體(recording medium)被配置為:藉由結合根據指標控制單元的移動而生成的移動訊號以及鍵擊訊號以生成輸入控制訊號,藉由使用者的操作,指標控制單元能夠作二維平面移動以及上/下移動;以及藉由輸入控制訊號以控制程式的操作。According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a recording medium is configured to generate an input control signal by combining a mobile signal generated by the movement of the indicator control unit and a keystroke signal by a user operation. The indicator control unit can perform two-dimensional plane movement and up/down movement; and control the operation of the program by inputting a control signal.
根據本發明的另一示例實施例,提供了一種控制電子裝置的程式的方法,此電子裝置包括藉由使用者的操作而移動的致動構件以及位於致動構件的底部端的圓頂開關,此方法包括:接收回應於致動構件的移動而生成的感測訊號以及回應於圓頂開關上的鍵擊動作而生成的鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號;從多個操作模式選擇操作模式;以及在已選擇的操作模式中,根據感測訊號以執行程式的操作。According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a method of controlling a program of an electronic device including an actuating member that is moved by a user's operation and a dome switch at a bottom end of the actuating member, The method includes receiving a sensing signal generated in response to movement of the actuation member and a keystroke signal or a double-click signal generated in response to a keystroke on the dome switch; selecting an operation mode from the plurality of operating modes; In the selected operating mode, the operation of the program is performed according to the sensing signal.
根據鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號是否被接收,可以決定操作模式的選擇。The selection of the operating mode can be determined based on whether the keystroke signal or the double-click signal is received.
如果鍵擊訊號以及雙鍵擊訊號未被接收,則可以選擇第一操作模式;如果鍵擊訊號被接收,則可以選擇第二鍵擊訊號;以及如果雙鍵擊訊號被接收,則可以選擇第三操作模式。If the keystroke signal and the double-click signal are not received, the first operation mode can be selected; if the keystroke signal is received, the second keystroke signal can be selected; and if the double-click signal is received, the second operation mode can be selected. Three operating modes.
執行程式的操作可以包括:如果已選擇的操作模式是第一操作模式,則根據感測訊號生成多個第一移動控制訊號;如果已選擇的操作模式是第二操作模式,則根據感測訊號生成多個第二移動控制訊號;以及如果已選擇的操作模式是第三操作模式,則根據感測訊號而生成多個第三移動控制訊號。The operation of the program may include: if the selected operation mode is the first operation mode, generating a plurality of first movement control signals according to the sensing signals; and if the selected operation mode is the second operation mode, according to the sensing signals Generating a plurality of second movement control signals; and if the selected operation mode is the third operation mode, generating a plurality of third movement control signals according to the sensing signals.
根據本發明的另一示例實施例,提供了一種用於控制編輯(edit)電子裝置的螢幕上所顯示的影像的程式的方法,此電子裝置包括被配置為根據使用者的操作而移動的致動構件、位於致動構件的底部端的圓頂開關以及被配置為根據致動構件的移動而輸出感測訊號的感測器,此方法包括:根據從圓頂開關輸出的訊號,選擇移動模式以及放大/縮小(zoom-in/out)模式中的一個;如果選擇移動模式,則根據從感測器輸出的感測訊號來移動影像;如果選擇放大/縮小模式,則根據從感測器輸出的感測訊號來放大或者縮小影像,以及根據從圓頂開關輸出的訊號來終止放大/縮小模式。In accordance with another example embodiment of the present invention, a method for controlling a program for editing an image displayed on a screen of an electronic device, the electronic device including being configured to move according to a user's operation is provided a moving member, a dome switch at a bottom end of the actuating member, and a sensor configured to output a sensing signal according to movement of the actuating member, the method comprising: selecting a movement mode according to a signal output from the dome switch, and One of the zoom-in/out modes; if the move mode is selected, the image is moved according to the sensed signal output from the sensor; if the zoom-in/down mode is selected, the output is based on the sensor Sensing the signal to zoom in or out, and terminating the zoom in/out mode based on the signal output from the dome switch.
如果從圓頂開關未輸出訊號,則可以選擇移動模式,以及如果從圓頂開關輸出鍵擊訊號,則選擇放大/縮小模式。If the signal is not output from the dome switch, the movement mode can be selected, and if the keystroke signal is output from the dome switch, the enlargement/reduction mode is selected.
如果選擇移動模式,則致動構件的移動範圍被分割為多個區域,以及影像可以在對應於致動構件所處的區域的方向中移動,或者影像可以在致動構件的移動方向中移動。If the movement mode is selected, the range of movement of the actuation member is divided into a plurality of regions, and the image may be moved in a direction corresponding to the region in which the actuation member is located, or the image may be moved in the moving direction of the actuation member.
如果選擇放大/縮小模式,則致動構件的移動範圍被分割為兩個區域,以及根據致動構件所處的區域,可以放大或者縮小影像。If the enlargement/reduction mode is selected, the moving range of the actuating member is divided into two regions, and the image can be enlarged or reduced depending on the region in which the actuating member is located.
此方法還可以包括根據從圓頂開關輸出的訊號來選擇一選單生成模式(menu generating mode),其中在執行選單生成模式的情況下:生成選單;根據從感測器輸出的感測訊號來啟動(activate)已生成的選單的其中之一;以及在執行已啟動的選單之後,或者根據從圓頂開關輸出的訊號未執行已啟動的選單,終止選單生成模式。The method may further include selecting a menu generation mode based on the signal output from the dome switch, wherein in the case of executing the menu generation mode: generating a menu; starting according to the sensing signal output from the sensor (activate) one of the generated menus; and after the executed menu is executed, or the activated menu is not executed according to the signal output from the dome switch, the menu generation mode is terminated.
如果從圓頂開關輸出雙鍵擊訊號,則執行選單生成模式。If a double-click signal is output from the dome switch, the menu generation mode is executed.
根據本發明的另一示例實施例,電子裝置包括:控制模組,被配置為根據多個移動控制訊號以控制已執行的程式;指標控制單元,被配置為輸出圓頂開關的鍵擊訊號以及雙鍵擊訊號,以及根據位於圓頂開關的頂部端的磁鐵部分的移動來輸出感測訊號;以及指標控制模組,被配置為根據是否從指標控制單元輸出鍵擊訊號以及雙鍵擊訊號以決定程式的操作模式,以及被配置為在決定程式的操作模式之後,根據從指標控制單元輸出的感測訊號來生成不同的移動控制訊號。According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, an electronic device includes: a control module configured to control an executed program according to a plurality of motion control signals; and an indicator control unit configured to output a keystroke signal of the dome switch and a double-click signal, and a sensing signal is output according to a movement of a magnet portion located at a top end of the dome switch; and an indicator control module configured to determine whether to output a keystroke signal and a double-click signal from the indicator control unit The operating mode of the program, and configured to generate different motion control signals based on the sensing signals output from the indicator control unit after determining the operating mode of the program.
如果指標控制單元未輸出鍵擊訊號以及雙鍵擊訊號,則根據從指標控制單元輸出的感測訊號,藉由程式,可以選擇移動模式以移動螢幕上所顯示的影像,以及如果指標控制單元輸出鍵擊訊號,則根據從指標控制單元輸出的感測訊號,可以選擇放大/縮小模式以放大或者縮小影像,以及接著根據指標控制單元是否輸出鍵擊訊號以及雙鍵擊訊號,可以終止該放大/縮小模式。If the indicator control unit does not output the keystroke signal and the double-click signal, according to the sensing signal output from the indicator control unit, the program can select the movement mode to move the image displayed on the screen, and if the indicator control unit outputs The keystroke signal can select an enlargement/reduction mode to enlarge or reduce the image according to the sensing signal output from the indicator control unit, and then terminate the amplification according to whether the control unit outputs the keystroke signal and the double-click signal according to the indicator control unit. Reduce the mode.
如上所述,根據本發明的示例實施例,藉由採用多個輸入控制訊號可以控制程式,藉由將圓頂開關的鍵擊訊號以及根據致動構件的移動而輸出的移動訊號進行結合以生成此輸入控制訊號,此致動單元可以在預定的範圍內移動。As described above, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the program can be controlled by using a plurality of input control signals, by combining the keystroke signal of the dome switch and the mobile signal output according to the movement of the actuating member to generate This input controls the signal, and the actuating unit can move within a predetermined range.
此外,根據本發明的示例實施例,因為藉由採用單個圓頂開關以及在圓頂開關上可以移動的致動構件,可以生成多個輸入控制訊號,所以電子裝置可以具有小的尺寸,以及可以減少電子裝置的製造成本。Moreover, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, since a plurality of input control signals can be generated by using a single dome switch and an actuating member movable on the dome switch, the electronic device can have a small size and can Reduce the manufacturing cost of electronic devices.
此外,根據本發明的示例實施例,藉由只採用單個圓頂開關、可移動的磁鐵部分以及被配置為感測磁場(magnetic field)的感測器,可以選擇操作模式;以及在已選擇的操作模式中,感測訊號可以被用於不同的目的。Moreover, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the operational mode can be selected by employing only a single dome switch, a movable magnet portion, and a sensor configured to sense a magnetic field; In the operating mode, the sensing signal can be used for different purposes.
此外,根據本發明的示例實施例,可以減少所需要的圓頂開關的數目,可以減小磁鐵部分以及感測器的尺寸。也就是說,電子裝置的輸入單元可具有小的尺寸以及滑動形狀(slip shape),從而可以減小電子裝置的製造成本。Further, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the number of dome switches required can be reduced, and the size of the magnet portion and the sensor can be reduced. That is to say, the input unit of the electronic device can have a small size and a slip shape, so that the manufacturing cost of the electronic device can be reduced.
為讓本發明之上述特徵和優點能更明顯易懂,下文特舉實施例,並配合所附圖式作詳細說明如下。The above described features and advantages of the present invention will be more apparent from the following description.
下文特舉實施例,並配合所附圖式來詳細說明本發明的示例實施例。雖然本發明以實施例揭露如下,然其並非用以限定本發明,任何所屬技術領域中具有通常知識者,在不脫離本發明之精神和範圍內,當可作些許之更動與潤飾,故本發明之保護範圍當視後附之申請專利範圍所界定者為準。在整個附圖中,相同的參考數字代表相似的構件。Exemplary embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The present invention is disclosed by the following examples, which are not intended to limit the invention, and those skilled in the art can make some modifications and refinements without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. The scope of the invention is defined by the scope of the appended claims. Throughout the drawings, the same reference numerals are used to refer to the like.
圖1是根據本發明示例實施例的電子裝置的方塊圖。圖2是根據本發明示例實施例的電子裝置的前視圖(front view)。圖3是根據本發明示例實施例的指標控制單元的剖視圖(sectional view),以及圖4是圖3中的箭頭A-A方向的示意平面圖。圖5是根據本發明示例實施例的圓頂開關的鍵擊以及中間構件的移動的示意圖。圖6是根據本發明示例實施例的控制程式的方法的流程圖。圖7是根據本發明示例實施例的控制音樂播放程式的方法的流程圖。1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. 2 is a front view of an electronic device in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a sectional view of an index control unit according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 is a schematic plan view of an arrow A-A direction of FIG. FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram of a keystroke of a dome switch and movement of an intermediate member, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a flow chart of a method of controlling a program in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of a method of controlling a music player according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
請參看圖1至圖5,本發明的電子裝置包括顯示單元3000,被配置為顯示出指標(pointer)以及影像;輸入單元1000,被配置為根據使用者的操作來生成一移動訊號(即,感測訊號)以及其他訊號(例如,按鍵/按鈕訊號以及鍵擊訊號);以及主體單元(main body unit)2000,被配置為根據移動訊號來執行或者控制程式,以及輸出訊號給顯示單元3000,以在顯示單元3000上顯示影像。Referring to FIG. 1 to FIG. 5, the electronic device of the present invention includes a display unit 3000 configured to display a pointer and an image, and an input unit 1000 configured to generate a mobile signal according to a user operation (ie, a sensing signal) and other signals (eg, a button/button signal and a keystroke signal); and a main body unit 2000 configured to execute or control the program based on the mobile signal and output the signal to the display unit 3000, The image is displayed on the display unit 3000.
如圖2所示,電子裝置還包括:外殼4000,被配置為容納(accommodate)輸入單元1000、主體單元2000以及顯示單元3000;以及電源單元(power supply unit)(附圖未繪示),被配置為供應電源給各個單元。As shown in FIG. 2, the electronic device further includes: a casing 4000 configured to accommodate the input unit 1000, the main body unit 2000, and the display unit 3000; and a power supply unit (not shown) Configured to supply power to each unit.
該顯示單元3000從主體單元2000接收影像訊號,以在螢幕上顯示影像。也就是說,顯示單元3000可以顯示由主體單元2000執行(啟動)的程式視窗(program window)。在圖2中,顯示了音樂播放程式視窗。指標可以被顯示在顯示單元3000上,以及根據藉由主體單元2000而生成的控制訊號,可以移動指標。顯示單元3000可以是液晶顯示器(Liquid Crystal Display,LCD)、電漿顯示面板(Plasma Display Panel,PDP)、陰極射線管(cathode-ray tube,CRT)或者有機發光二極體(organic light emitting diode,OLED)。The display unit 3000 receives an image signal from the main body unit 2000 to display an image on the screen. That is, the display unit 3000 can display a program window (executed) executed by the main unit 2000. In Figure 2, the music player window is displayed. The indicator can be displayed on the display unit 3000, and the indicator can be moved according to the control signal generated by the body unit 2000. The display unit 3000 may be a liquid crystal display (LCD), a plasma display panel (PDP), a cathode-ray tube (CRT), or an organic light emitting diode (organic light emitting diode). OLED).
該輸入單元1000根據使用者的操作而生成一移動訊號,以及傳送此移動訊號給主體單元2000。如圖1和2所示,輸入單元1000包括指標控制單元1100以及按鍵/按鈕控制單元1200。指標控制單元1100輸出一移動訊號,根據由使用者的操作而引起的中間構件的移動而生成此移動訊號。根據使用者的操作,按鍵/按鈕控制單元1200輸出按鍵訊號或者按鈕訊號。The input unit 1000 generates a mobile signal according to the operation of the user, and transmits the mobile signal to the main unit 2000. As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the input unit 1000 includes an index control unit 1100 and a button/button control unit 1200. The index control unit 1100 outputs a mobile signal, which is generated based on the movement of the intermediate member caused by the user's operation. According to the operation of the user, the button/button control unit 1200 outputs a button signal or a button signal.
如圖1所示,主體單元2000包括指標控制模組2100、記憶體2200、驅動控制單元2300、聲頻/視頻控制模組2400以及有線/無線通訊控制模組2500。指標控制模組2100從指標控制單元1100接收移動訊號,以及生成對應於中間構件的移動的輸入控制訊號。記憶體2200儲存各種資訊(有關於視頻、驅動、控制以及程式的資料)。驅動控制單元2300控制主體單元2000的整個操作,以及執行或者控制程式,以回應於指標控制模組2100的輸入控制訊號。聲頻/視頻控制模組2400處理從獨立的視頻輸入單元接收的聲頻/視頻訊號、待顯示在顯示單元3000上的視頻訊號(即,影像訊號)以及從揚聲器(speaker)、耳機(earphone)或者麥克風(microphone)接收的聲頻訊號。有線/無線通訊控制模組2500處理經由有線/無線通訊方法而被接收或待被傳送的資料。主體單元2000還可以包括數據機(modem),此數據機被配置為將類比訊號轉換為數位訊號或者將數位訊號轉換為類比訊號。儘管未繪示,主體單元2000可以以晶片的形式來製造,在此晶片中模組被整合(integrate)到印刷電路板上。也就是說,例如,主體單元2000能夠以微處理器或者數位訊號處理器(Digital signal processor,DSP)的形式來製造。換句話說,主體單元2000中的每一模組都能夠以晶片的形式來製造,或者主體單元2000中的模組都可以被整合在單個晶片中。As shown in FIG. 1 , the main unit 2000 includes an indicator control module 2100 , a memory 2200 , a drive control unit 2300 , an audio/video control module 2400 , and a wired/wireless communication control module 2500 . The indicator control module 2100 receives the movement signal from the indicator control unit 1100 and generates an input control signal corresponding to the movement of the intermediate member. The memory 2200 stores various information (data about videos, drivers, controls, and programs). The drive control unit 2300 controls the entire operation of the main unit 2000, and executes or controls the program in response to the input control signal of the index control module 2100. The audio/video control module 2400 processes the audio/video signals received from the independent video input unit, the video signals (ie, video signals) to be displayed on the display unit 3000, and the speakers, earphones, or microphones. (microphone) received audio signal. The wired/wireless communication control module 2500 processes data received or to be transmitted via a wired/wireless communication method. The main unit 2000 may further include a modem configured to convert the analog signal into a digital signal or convert the digital signal into an analog signal. Although not shown, the body unit 2000 can be fabricated in the form of a wafer in which the modules are integrated onto the printed circuit board. That is to say, for example, the main unit 2000 can be manufactured in the form of a microprocessor or a digital signal processor (DSP). In other words, each module in the body unit 2000 can be fabricated in the form of a wafer, or the modules in the body unit 2000 can be integrated into a single wafer.
本發明的電子裝置可以提供各種程式(例如,有關於電影或音樂顯示、攝影(photographing)或視頻攝影(video-shooting)、有線/無線通訊、網站漫遊(web surfing)、諸如影響資料處理之類的資料處理、遊戲或者導航(navigation)的程式),以及藉由採用儲存在主體單元2000中的訊號和資料以及經由輸入單元1000輸入的訊號,可以執行或者控制此程式。然而,本發明並非被限定於此。電子裝置可以被用於執行其他的程式。例如,電子裝置可以是蜂巢式電話。然而,本發明並非被限定於此。例如,電子裝置可以是數位照相機(digital camera)、攝錄影機(camcorder)、MP3播放器、PMP、PDA、GPS、膝上型電腦(laptop computer)、電子遊戲機(electronic game machine)、遠端控制器(remote controller)以及電子字典(electronic dictionary)。The electronic device of the present invention can provide various programs (for example, related to movie or music display, photographing or video-shooting, wired/wireless communication, web surfing, such as affecting data processing, etc.) The data processing, game or navigation program, and the program can be executed or controlled by using signals and data stored in the main unit 2000 and signals input via the input unit 1000. However, the invention is not limited thereto. The electronic device can be used to execute other programs. For example, the electronic device can be a cellular phone. However, the invention is not limited thereto. For example, the electronic device may be a digital camera, a camcorder, an MP3 player, a PMP, a PDA, a GPS, a laptop computer, an electronic game machine, and a far distance. A remote controller and an electronic dictionary.
在本發明中,當使用者操作該輸入單元1000時,指標控制單元1100輸出移動訊號給指標控制模組2100。接著,指標控制模組2100可以執行或者控制程式,以回應於移動訊號。In the present invention, when the user operates the input unit 1000, the index control unit 1100 outputs a mobile signal to the index control module 2100. Next, the indicator control module 2100 can execute or control the program in response to the mobile signal.
下文將特舉實施例,並配合所附圖式來詳細說明安裝在圖2所示的電子裝置上的指標控制單元1100。The index control unit 1100 mounted on the electronic device shown in FIG. 2 will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
請參看圖3和圖4,根據本發明的示例實施例,指標控制單元1100包括基板1110;位於基板1100上的磁鐵部分1120;致動構件1130,被配置為根據使用者的操作來移動磁鐵部分1120;中間構件1140,被配置為移動、旋轉以及復原該磁鐵部分1120以及該致動構件1130;感測器部分1160,被配置為根據由磁鐵部分1120的移動而引起的磁場變化來輸出多個移動訊號(即,感測訊號);以及覆蓋部分1150,在中間構件1140被固定於覆蓋部分1150的情況下,覆蓋部分1150被固定於基板1110。Referring to FIGS. 3 and 4, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the index control unit 1100 includes a substrate 1110; a magnet portion 1120 on the substrate 1100; and an actuation member 1130 configured to move the magnet portion according to a user's operation. 1120; an intermediate member 1140 configured to move, rotate, and restore the magnet portion 1120 and the actuating member 1130; and a sensor portion 1160 configured to output a plurality of changes according to a magnetic field caused by movement of the magnet portion 1120 The mobile signal (ie, the sensing signal); and the cover portion 1150, in the case where the intermediate member 1140 is fixed to the cover portion 1150, the cover portion 1150 is fixed to the substrate 1110.
基板1110可以是印刷電路板。例如,基板1110可以是主體單元2000的印刷電路板(例如,主基板)。如圖3和4所示,圓頂開關1111位於基板1110的頂部表面。從而,當在z軸方向按壓該致動構件1130時,中間構件1140按壓圓頂開關1111。只要圓頂開關1111被按壓,則指標控制單元1100輸出鍵擊訊號給主體單元2000。The substrate 1110 may be a printed circuit board. For example, the substrate 1110 may be a printed circuit board (eg, a main substrate) of the body unit 2000. As shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, the dome switch 1111 is located on the top surface of the substrate 1110. Thus, when the actuating member 1130 is pressed in the z-axis direction, the intermediate member 1140 presses the dome switch 1111. As long as the dome switch 1111 is pressed, the index control unit 1100 outputs a keystroke signal to the body unit 2000.
如圖3所示,潤滑墊(lubrication pad)1112至少位於基板1110的圓頂開關1111上。潤滑墊1112減小了圓頂開關1111以及中間構件1140之間的摩擦(friction)。As shown in FIG. 3, a lubrication pad 1112 is located at least on the dome switch 1111 of the substrate 1110. The lubrication pad 1112 reduces the friction between the dome switch 1111 and the intermediate member 1140.
磁鐵部分1120位於中間構件1140以及致動構件1130的中心部分。根據致動構件1130的移動,以移動該磁鐵部分1120,以及藉由中間構件1140,磁鐵部分1120被移回到其原始位置。The magnet portion 1120 is located at a central portion of the intermediate member 1140 and the actuation member 1130. According to the movement of the actuating member 1130, to move the magnet portion 1120, and by the intermediate member 1140, the magnet portion 1120 is moved back to its original position.
致動構件1130位於磁鐵部分1120的頂部端。藉由使用者的操作,可以移動該致動構件1130。Actuating member 1130 is located at the top end of magnet portion 1120. The actuating member 1130 can be moved by a user's operation.
致動構件1130包括杆部分(post part)以及分離防止部分(separation preventing part)。磁鐵部分1120位於杆部分的底部端的中心區域,且該分離防止部分從杆部分410延伸。磁鐵部分1120的上部分被嵌入以及固定於杆部分的下部分。該分離防止部分防止致動構件1130從位於致動構件1130的上端的覆蓋部分1150脫落。The actuation member 1130 includes a post part and a separation preventing part. The magnet portion 1120 is located at a central portion of the bottom end of the rod portion, and the separation preventing portion extends from the rod portion 410. The upper portion of the magnet portion 1120 is embedded and fixed to the lower portion of the stem portion. This separation preventing portion prevents the actuation member 1130 from coming off the cover portion 1150 located at the upper end of the actuation member 1130.
致動構件1130被配置為藉由外力(即,使用者的操作)而被移動以及旋轉,以及致動構件1130的移動或者旋轉被傳送至磁鐵部分1120。也就是說,因為磁鐵部分1120被固定於致動構件1130,所以磁鐵部分1120與致動構件1130一同移動以及旋轉。The actuation member 1130 is configured to be moved and rotated by an external force (ie, a user's operation), and movement or rotation of the actuation member 1130 is transmitted to the magnet portion 1120. That is, since the magnet portion 1120 is fixed to the actuating member 1130, the magnet portion 1120 moves and rotates together with the actuating member 1130.
如果移除施加到致動構件1130的外力,則藉由中間構件1140,使致動構件1130以及磁鐵部分1120被回行到其原始位置。在本發明中,中間構件1140被配置為將磁鐵部分1120固定於致動構件1130以及施加彈力(resilient force)。If the external force applied to the actuating member 1130 is removed, the actuating member 1130 and the magnet portion 1120 are returned to their original positions by the intermediate member 1140. In the present invention, the intermediate member 1140 is configured to secure the magnet portion 1120 to the actuation member 1130 and to apply a resilient force.
如圖4所示,中間構件1140包括中心部分1141、從中心部分1141延伸的多個圖案部分1142、位於圖案部分1142的末端部分的多個固定部分1143以及用於支援(supporting)以及定位(positioning)磁鐵部分1120的從中心部分1141突出的固定突出部分(fixing protrusion part)1144。如圖4所示,中心部分1141包括從中心部分1141的底部端向下突出的鍵擊突出部分1145。藉由注射成型法(injection molding method),中間構件1140由高硬度塑膠(high-strength plastic)(例如,聚縮甲醛(polyoxymethylene,POM)或者聚碳酸鹽(Polycarbonate,PC))組成。在這種情況下,由於經過簡單製程可以製造中間構件1140,所以可以容易地實施中間構件1140的大量生產(mass production)。此外,在一個片(piece)中,可以形成中間構件1140的中心部分1141、圖案部分1142、固定部分1143以及固定突出部分1144。然而,本發明並非限定於此。中間構件1140可以由金屬組成。在這種情況下,經由金屬蝕刻(metal etching)或者切削(cutting)製程,可以形成中間構件1140。中間構件1140可以由潤滑材料、耐磨合(abrasion-resistant)材料以及彈性材料組成。As shown in FIG. 4, the intermediate member 1140 includes a central portion 1141, a plurality of pattern portions 1142 extending from the central portion 1141, a plurality of fixed portions 1143 located at end portions of the pattern portion 1142, and for support and positioning (positioning) A fixing protrusion part 1144 of the magnet portion 1120 that protrudes from the center portion 1141. As shown in FIG. 4, the center portion 1141 includes a keystroke projection 1145 that protrudes downward from the bottom end of the center portion 1141. The intermediate member 1140 is composed of a high-strength plastic (for example, polyoxymethylene (POM) or polycarbonate (PC)) by an injection molding method. In this case, since the intermediate member 1140 can be manufactured through a simple process, mass production of the intermediate member 1140 can be easily performed. Further, in one piece, a central portion 1141 of the intermediate member 1140, a pattern portion 1142, a fixed portion 1143, and a fixed protruding portion 1144 may be formed. However, the invention is not limited thereto. The intermediate member 1140 may be composed of a metal. In this case, the intermediate member 1140 can be formed via a metal etching or cutting process. The intermediate member 1140 may be composed of a lubricating material, an abrasion-resistant material, and an elastic material.
中心部分1141具有圓盤形狀(circular plate shape)。中心部分1141位於固定部分1143的中心位置。在本實施例中,如圖4所示,三個固定部分1143位於中心部分1141的中心的周圍。更具體地說,中心部分1141的中心位於由三個固定部分1143組成的三角形的中心。The central portion 1141 has a circular plate shape. The center portion 1141 is located at a center position of the fixed portion 1143. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 4, three fixing portions 1143 are located around the center of the center portion 1141. More specifically, the center of the center portion 1141 is located at the center of a triangle composed of three fixed portions 1143.
如圖3和圖4所示,中心部分1141可以小於位於中心部分1141的頂部端的磁鐵部分。As shown in Figures 3 and 4, the central portion 1141 can be smaller than the portion of the magnet located at the top end of the central portion 1141.
在本實施例中,在延伸在中心部分1141以及固定部分1143之間的曲線帶形狀中,形成每一圖案部分1142。在本實施例中,中間構件1140還可以包括圖案部分1142的底部表面之上的多個偏轉防止突出部分(deflection preventing protrusion part)1146。In the present embodiment, each of the pattern portions 1142 is formed in a curved strip shape extending between the central portion 1141 and the fixed portion 1143. In the present embodiment, the intermediate member 1140 may further include a plurality of deflection preventing protrusion parts 1146 above the bottom surface of the pattern portion 1142.
如圖4所示,每一圖案部分1142近似於S形狀(即,正弦曲線形狀)。如圖4所示,每一圖案部分包括:第一連接部分,連接到中心部分1141;第一延伸帶部分(first extension strip part),在圓弧形狀(circular arc shape)中,從第一連接部分延伸;第二延伸帶部分,在圓弧形狀中,從第一延伸帶部分彎曲和延伸;以及第二連接部分,從第二延伸帶部分延伸以及連接到固定部分1143。第一延伸帶部分與第二延伸帶部分朝不同的方向彎曲。As shown in FIG. 4, each pattern portion 1142 approximates an S shape (ie, a sinusoidal shape). As shown in FIG. 4, each pattern portion includes: a first connecting portion connected to the central portion 1141; a first extension strip part, in a circular arc shape, from the first connection Partially extending; a second extension band portion bent and extended from the first extension band portion in a circular arc shape; and a second connection portion extending from the second extension band portion and connected to the fixed portion 1143. The first extension band portion and the second extension band portion are curved in different directions.
圖案部分1142的末端連接到固定部分1143。固定部分1143固定於覆蓋部分1150。因此,可以防止圖案部分1142的脫落。此外,圖案部分1142的已固定的末端可以被用作設計中間構件1140的彈性(resilience)的參考點。由於圖案部分1142的上述結構,在外力被施加到中心部分1141的情況下,中心部分1141可以在約0.6mm至約3.0mm的範圍中進行二維移動。中心部分1141可以在直線、曲線或圓形圖案中移動。當從中心部分1141移除外力時,藉由圖案部分1142,中心部分1141可以平滑地回行(return)到固定部分1143的中心位置。The end of the pattern portion 1142 is connected to the fixed portion 1143. The fixed portion 1143 is fixed to the cover portion 1150. Therefore, the falling of the pattern portion 1142 can be prevented. Additionally, the fixed end of the pattern portion 1142 can be used as a reference point for designing the resilience of the intermediate member 1140. Due to the above structure of the pattern portion 1142, in the case where an external force is applied to the center portion 1141, the center portion 1141 can be moved two-dimensionally in a range of about 0.6 mm to about 3.0 mm. The central portion 1141 can move in a straight, curved or circular pattern. When the external force is removed from the center portion 1141, the center portion 1141 can be smoothly returned to the center position of the fixed portion 1143 by the pattern portion 1142.
在藉由外力以移動或者旋轉中心部分1141的情況下,圖案部分1142支援中心部分1141。在移除外力的情況下(即,在未移動或者旋轉該中心部分1141的情況下),圖案部分1142將中心部分1141移動到其原始位置。The pattern portion 1142 supports the center portion 1141 in the case where the center portion 1141 is moved or rotated by an external force. In the case where the external force is removed (i.e., without moving or rotating the central portion 1141), the pattern portion 1142 moves the central portion 1141 to its original position.
圖案部分1142的形狀並非限定於上述的形狀。也就是說,圖案部分1142可以具有各種形狀。例如,對於圖案部分1142,螺旋帶部分(spiral strip part)(例如,具有渦漩形狀)可以位於中心部分1141的周圍以及中心部分1141和固定部分1143之間。在另一示例實施例中,斜形帶部分(oblique strip part)可以被用作圖案部分1142。The shape of the pattern portion 1142 is not limited to the above shape. That is, the pattern portion 1142 can have various shapes. For example, for the pattern portion 1142, a spiral strip part (eg, having a swirling shape) may be located around the central portion 1141 and between the central portion 1141 and the fixed portion 1143. In another example embodiment, an oblique strip part may be used as the pattern portion 1142.
在本實施例中,固定部分1143被固定於覆蓋部分1150。藉由將固定部分1143配合(fit)到覆蓋部分1150的凹口(notch)中,該固定部分1143可以被固定於覆蓋部分1150。在本實施例中,以點的形式提供固定部分1143。然而,本發明並非限定於此。例如,能夠以帶的形式提供固定部分1143。In the present embodiment, the fixing portion 1143 is fixed to the covering portion 1150. The fixing portion 1143 can be fixed to the covering portion 1150 by fitting the fixing portion 1143 into a notch of the covering portion 1150. In the present embodiment, the fixed portion 1143 is provided in the form of dots. However, the invention is not limited thereto. For example, the fixed portion 1143 can be provided in the form of a belt.
如上所示,本實施例的中間構件1140包括該固定突出部分(fixing protrusion part)1144。為了穩定地傳送移動力以及彈性力給磁鐵部分1120,該固定突出部分1144從中心部分1141延伸以及支援磁鐵部分1120。該固定突出部分1144支援磁鐵部分1120的底部端以及側面端的一部分。該固定突出部分1144被嵌入以及固定在磁鐵部分1120以及致動構件1130之間。As indicated above, the intermediate member 1140 of the present embodiment includes the fixing protruding part 1144. In order to stably transmit the moving force and the elastic force to the magnet portion 1120, the fixed protruding portion 1144 extends from the center portion 1141 and supports the magnet portion 1120. The fixed protruding portion 1144 supports a bottom end of the magnet portion 1120 and a portion of the side end. The fixed protruding portion 1144 is embedded and fixed between the magnet portion 1120 and the actuating member 1130.
由於上述結構,可以固定該磁鐵部分1120。此外,經由中心部分1141,該致動構件1130的移動可以被傳送到圖案部分1142,以及圖案部分1142的彈性力可以被傳送到致動構件1130以及磁鐵部分1120。Due to the above structure, the magnet portion 1120 can be fixed. Further, via the central portion 1141, the movement of the actuation member 1130 can be transmitted to the pattern portion 1142, and the elastic force of the pattern portion 1142 can be transmitted to the actuation member 1130 and the magnet portion 1120.
在本實施例中,藉由中間構件1140的固定突出部分1144,磁鐵部分1120被固定於致動構件1130,以及藉由中間構件1140的固定部分1143被固定於覆蓋部分1150,致動構件1130以及磁鐵部分1120被固定於覆蓋部分1150。In the present embodiment, the magnet portion 1120 is fixed to the actuating member 1130 by the fixed protruding portion 1144 of the intermediate member 1140, and is fixed to the covering portion 1150 by the fixing portion 1143 of the intermediate member 1140, the actuating member 1130 and The magnet portion 1120 is fixed to the cover portion 1150.
覆蓋部分1150包括:容納體部分(accommodation body part),此容納體部分包括側壁部分(sidewall part)以及上板(upper plate),經由其可以形成貫穿孔(penetration hole);多個固定凹口部分,形成於側壁部分的下端中;多個固定鉤部分(fixing hook part),從側壁部分的下端延伸;以及多個固定釘部分(fixing pin part),從側壁部分的下端延伸。The covering portion 1150 includes: an accommodation body part including a side wall part and an upper plate through which a penetration hole can be formed; a plurality of fixing notch portions Formed in the lower end of the side wall portion; a plurality of fixing hook portions extending from the lower end of the side wall portion; and a plurality of fixing pin portions extending from the lower end of the side wall portion.
在如上配置的情況下,該致動構件1130的杆部分經由貫穿孔伸出(protrude)。貫穿孔的直徑可以大於杆部分的直徑。在這種情況下,在杆部分以及貫穿孔之間形成間隙,以允許磁鐵部分1120的二維移動。也就是說,磁鐵部分1120在覆蓋部分1150的圓形貫穿孔中移動。In the case of the above configuration, the stem portion of the actuating member 1130 protrudes through the through hole. The diameter of the through hole may be larger than the diameter of the rod portion. In this case, a gap is formed between the rod portion and the through hole to allow two-dimensional movement of the magnet portion 1120. That is, the magnet portion 1120 moves in the circular through hole of the covering portion 1150.
如上所述,磁鐵部分1120、致動構件1130、中間構件1140以及覆蓋部分1150位於基板1110上,以及感測器部分1160位於基板1110的底部端上,如圖3所示,。藉由偵測由位於基板1110的頂部端的磁鐵部分1120而引起的磁場變化,感測器部分1160輸出感測訊號。As described above, the magnet portion 1120, the actuation member 1130, the intermediate member 1140, and the cover portion 1150 are located on the substrate 1110, and the sensor portion 1160 is located on the bottom end of the substrate 1110, as shown in FIG. The sensor portion 1160 outputs a sensing signal by detecting a change in the magnetic field caused by the magnet portion 1120 at the top end of the substrate 1110.
也就是說,感測器部分1160偵測磁鐵部分1120的上、下、左、右方向的移動(二維移動)。感測器部分1160包括被配置為根據藉由磁鐵部分1120在x軸方向移動而引起的磁場變化以輸出x軸感測訊號(即,±x軸座標值)的多個磁性感測器(magnetic sensor),以及被配置為根據藉由磁鐵部分1120在y軸方向移動而引起的磁場變化以輸出y軸感測訊號(即,±y軸座標值)的多個磁性感測器。That is, the sensor portion 1160 detects the movement (two-dimensional movement) of the magnet portion 1120 in the upper, lower, left, and right directions. The sensor portion 1160 includes a plurality of magnetic sensors configured to output a x-axis sensing signal (ie, a ±x-axis coordinate value) in accordance with a change in a magnetic field caused by movement of the magnet portion 1120 in the x-axis direction (magnetic) A sensor, and a plurality of magnetic sensors configured to output a y-axis sensing signal (ie, a ±y-axis coordinate value) according to a change in a magnetic field caused by the magnet portion 1120 moving in the y-axis direction.
此外,控制單元(附圖未繪示)放大感測器部分1160的磁性感測器的輸出訊號,以及藉由採用已放大的輸出訊號來偵測整個磁場變化。在本發明中,在一個感測器晶片中,調變感測器部分1160的磁性感測器。然而,本發明並非限定於此。也就是說,可以在四個位置(即,上、下、左、右方向)將磁性感測器分別安排在磁鐵部分1120的周圍,而不是調變磁性感測器。在這種情況下,磁性感測器可以與磁鐵部分1120的中心部分相對稱。In addition, the control unit (not shown) amplifies the output signal of the magnetic sensor of the sensor portion 1160 and detects the entire magnetic field change by using the amplified output signal. In the present invention, the magnetic sensor of the sensor portion 1160 is modulated in a sensor wafer. However, the invention is not limited thereto. That is to say, the magnetic sensors can be arranged around the magnet portion 1120 in four positions (i.e., up, down, left, and right directions) instead of modulating the magnetic sensor. In this case, the magnetic sensor can be symmetrical with the central portion of the magnet portion 1120.
在本實施例中,感測器部分1160的磁性感測器可以是孔裝置(hole device)、半導體磁性電阻裝置(semiconductor magnetic resistive device)或者磁電機磁性電阻裝置(magneto magnetic resistive device)或巨磁電機電阻(giant magneto resistive,GMR)。磁性感測器的電特性(electric characteristics)可以根據施加到磁性感測器的磁場的變化而變化。在本實施例中,磁性感測器是孔裝置,其輸出的電壓與磁通量(magnetic flux)的密度成比例而變化。在本發明中,從感測器部分1160輸出的感測訊號包括被使用者移動的磁鐵部分1120的座標資料(移動資料)。也就是說,感測訊號是提供關於磁鐵部分1120(即,中間構件1140)的移動的訊號(移動訊號)。In this embodiment, the magnetic sensor of the sensor portion 1160 may be a hole device, a semiconductor magnetic resistive device, or a magneto magnetic resistive device or a giant magnetic device. Giant magneto resistive (GMR). The electrical characteristics of the magnetic sensor can vary depending on the change in the magnetic field applied to the magnetic sensor. In the present embodiment, the magnetic sensor is a hole device whose output voltage varies in proportion to the density of magnetic flux. In the present invention, the sensing signal output from the sensor portion 1160 includes coordinate data (moving data) of the magnet portion 1120 moved by the user. That is, the sensing signal is a signal (moving signal) that provides movement about the magnet portion 1120 (ie, the intermediate member 1140).
從而,在本實施例中,藉由結合回應於磁鐵部分1120和中間構件1140的移動而生成的多個移動訊號以及回應於圓頂開關1111的鍵擊而生成的鍵擊訊號,可以生成多個輸入控制訊號,從而藉由採用輸入控制訊號來控制程式的操作。Therefore, in the present embodiment, a plurality of mobile signals generated in response to the movement of the magnet portion 1120 and the intermediate member 1140 and a keystroke signal generated in response to the keystroke of the dome switch 1111 can be generated. The control signal is input to control the operation of the program by using an input control signal.
請參看圖6,下面將說明控制程式的方法。根據使用者的操作,決定是否施加了移動訊號和/或鍵擊訊號(S10)。如果決定未施加移動訊號和/或鍵擊訊號,則決定使用者未操作,以及未執行動作。如果決定施加了移動訊號和/或鍵擊訊號,則藉由結合移動訊號以及鍵擊訊號,以生成輸入控制訊號(S11)。藉由結合移動訊號以及鍵擊訊號,可以生成各種輸入控制訊號,這將在後面詳細描述。接著,藉由採用輸入控制訊號,以控制程式(S12)。Referring to Figure 6, the method of controlling the program will be described below. Based on the user's operation, it is determined whether a mobile signal and/or a keystroke signal is applied (S10). If it is decided that no mobile signal and/or keystroke signal is applied, it is determined that the user has not operated and the action has not been performed. If it is decided to apply a mobile signal and/or a keystroke signal, the input control signal is generated by combining the mobile signal and the keystroke signal (S11). By combining the mobile signal and the keystroke signal, various input control signals can be generated, which will be described in detail later. Next, the program is controlled by using the input control signal (S12).
在下文中,將描述控制程式的操作的方法,主要是關於指標控制單元1100以及指標控制模組2100的操作。Hereinafter, a method of controlling the operation of the program will be described, mainly regarding the operations of the index control unit 1100 and the index control module 2100.
在本實施例中,致動構件1130、磁鐵部分1120以及中間構件1140在平面上進行二維移動,以及回應於其移動而生成移動訊號。如果在致動構件1130、磁鐵部分1120以及中間構件1140向下移動時按壓圓頂開關1111,則生成鍵擊訊號。下面將詳細描述致動構件1130。致動構件1130、磁鐵部分1120以及中間構件1140一同被移動。在如下的描述中,致動構件1130的“移動”意味著致動構件1130的中心點的移動,以及致動構件1130的位移範圍(displacement range)意味著致動構件1130的中心點的位移範圍。In the present embodiment, the actuating member 1130, the magnet portion 1120, and the intermediate member 1140 are two-dimensionally moved in a plane, and a mobile signal is generated in response to the movement thereof. If the dome switch 1111 is pressed while the actuation member 1130, the magnet portion 1120, and the intermediate member 1140 are moved downward, a keystroke signal is generated. The actuation member 1130 will be described in detail below. The actuating member 1130, the magnet portion 1120, and the intermediate member 1140 are moved together. In the following description, "moving" of the actuating member 1130 means movement of the center point of the actuating member 1130, and the displacement range of the actuating member 1130 means the displacement range of the center point of the actuating member 1130 .
在本實施例中,在使用者操作致動構件1130的情況下,致動構件1130在由覆蓋部分1150限定的圓形二維平面中移動,以及採用x軸和y軸來表示二維平面的位置。此外,致動構件1130可以從二維平面向下移動。In the present embodiment, in the case where the user operates the actuating member 1130, the actuating member 1130 moves in a circular two-dimensional plane defined by the covering portion 1150, and the x-axis and the y-axis represent the two-dimensional plane. position. Additionally, the actuation member 1130 can be moved downward from a two dimensional plane.
在沒有外力作用致動構件1130的情況下,藉由中間構件1140,致動構件1130位於其位移範圍的中心點。In the absence of an external force acting on the member 1130, the actuation member 1130 is located at the center of its displacement range by the intermediate member 1140.
如果使用者施加外力給致動構件1130,則致動構件1130可以上、下、左、右方向(±y軸以及±x軸方向)移動。此時,致動構件1130可以在x軸以及y軸之間定義的區域上移動。在本發明中,請參看圖5,基於從x軸和y軸定義的±45度參考線,致動構件1130的位移範圍被分割為4個軸向位移區域(指圖5之(a)中的A,B,C和D)。換句話說,位移範圍被分割為±x軸位移範圍區域A和C,以及±y軸位移範圍區域B和D。如果致動構件1130在+x軸位移範圍區域A內移動,則決定致動構件1130在+x軸方向移動。如果致動構件1130在+y軸位移範圍區域B內移動,則決定致動構件1130在+y軸方向移動。如果致動構件1130在-x軸位移範圍區域C內移動,則決定致動構件1130在-x軸方向移動。如果致動構件1130在-y軸位移範圍區域D內移動,則決定致動構件1130在-y軸方向移動。If the user applies an external force to the actuating member 1130, the actuating member 1130 can move in the up, down, left, and right directions (±y-axis and ±x-axis directions). At this time, the actuation member 1130 can move over the area defined between the x-axis and the y-axis. In the present invention, referring to FIG. 5, based on the ±45 degree reference line defined from the x-axis and the y-axis, the displacement range of the actuating member 1130 is divided into four axial displacement regions (refer to FIG. 5(a) A, B, C and D). In other words, the displacement range is divided into ±x-axis displacement range areas A and C, and ±y-axis displacement range areas B and D. If the actuating member 1130 moves within the +x axis displacement range region A, it is determined that the actuating member 1130 is moved in the +x axis direction. If the actuating member 1130 moves within the +y-axis displacement range region B, it is determined that the actuating member 1130 is moved in the +y-axis direction. If the actuating member 1130 moves within the -x axis displacement range region C, it is determined that the actuating member 1130 is moved in the -x axis direction. If the actuating member 1130 moves within the -y-axis displacement range region D, it is determined that the actuating member 1130 is moved in the -y-axis direction.
此外,根據使用者的操作,致動構件1130可以被順時針或者反時針旋轉。此外,根據使用者的操作,致動構件1130可以從二維平面向下移動。如果移除作用在致動構件1130之上的外力,則致動構件1130回行到其原始位置(中心點)。Further, the actuation member 1130 can be rotated clockwise or counterclockwise depending on the user's operation. Further, the actuation member 1130 can be moved downward from the two-dimensional plane according to the user's operation. If the external force acting on the actuating member 1130 is removed, the actuating member 1130 returns to its original position (center point).
如上所述,以各種方向或者方式移動致動構件1130,從而根據致動構件1130的移動而測量到的感測訊號可以具有各種值。在本實施例中,這些各種訊號值被用於生成用於控制已執行的程式的輸入控制訊號。As described above, the actuation member 1130 is moved in various directions or manners such that the sensed signals measured in accordance with the movement of the actuation member 1130 can have various values. In this embodiment, these various signal values are used to generate an input control signal for controlling the executed program.
下面將參看附圖5,詳細描述根據致動構件1130的移動而生成的訊號。The signal generated in accordance with the movement of the actuating member 1130 will be described in detail below with reference to FIG.
請參看圖5之(a),在按壓致動構件1130的情況下,可以生成鍵擊訊號。也就是說,在鍵擊圓頂開關1111的情況下,指標控制單元1100輸出鍵擊訊號給指標控制模組2100。藉由採用從指標控制單元1100接收的鍵擊訊號,指標控制模組2100生成第一輸入控制訊號。接著,根據第一輸入控制訊號,可以執行程式的多個功能的其中之一。Referring to FIG. 5(a), in the case of pressing the actuating member 1130, a keystroke signal can be generated. That is, in the case of the keystroke dome switch 1111, the index control unit 1100 outputs a keystroke signal to the index control module 2100. The index control module 2100 generates a first input control signal by using a keystroke signal received from the indicator control unit 1100. Then, according to the first input control signal, one of a plurality of functions of the program can be executed.
請參看圖5之(b),當致動構件1130在二維平面上移動時,可以生成+x軸移動訊號(右移動訊號)、-x軸移動訊號(左移動訊號)、+y軸移動訊號(上移動訊號)以及-y軸移動訊號(下移動訊號)。當致動構件1130在二維平面上移動時,感測器部分1160可以輸出具有各種位準的感測訊號(軸向移動訊號)給指標控制模組2100。藉由採用軸向移動訊號,指標控制模組2100決定該致動構件1130從中心點的移動方向是±x軸以及±y軸方向的其中之一。接著,基於決定的結果,指標控制模組2100輸出第二輸入控制訊號~第五輸入控制訊號的其中之一。Referring to FIG. 5(b), when the actuating member 1130 moves on a two-dimensional plane, a +x axis movement signal (right movement signal), an -x axis movement signal (left movement signal), and a +y axis movement can be generated. Signal (up mobile signal) and -y axis mobile signal (lower mobile signal). When the actuation member 1130 moves on a two-dimensional plane, the sensor portion 1160 can output a sensing signal (axial movement signal) having various levels to the index control module 2100. By using the axial movement signal, the index control module 2100 determines that the movement direction of the actuation member 1130 from the center point is one of the ±x axis and the ±y axis direction. Then, based on the result of the determination, the indicator control module 2100 outputs one of the second input control signal to the fifth input control signal.
此時,指標控制模組2100(以預定的訊號輸入頻率)成功地接收軸向移動訊號。在本實施例中,在預定的間隔(約5msec至約1000msec),主體單元2000的指標控制模組2100從指標控制單元1100接收軸向移動訊號。例如,在20msec的間隔(訊號輸入期間),指標控制單元2100可以接收軸向移動訊號。然而,軸向移動訊號的輸入期間並非限定於此。根據感測器部分1160的靈敏度以及指標控制模組2100的回應靈敏度,可以增加或者減少訊號輸入期間。At this time, the indicator control module 2100 (at a predetermined signal input frequency) successfully receives the axial movement signal. In the present embodiment, the indicator control module 2100 of the main body unit 2000 receives the axial movement signal from the index control unit 1100 at a predetermined interval (about 5 msec to about 1000 msec). For example, at an interval of 20 msec (during signal input), the indicator control unit 2100 can receive an axial movement signal. However, the input period of the axial movement signal is not limited to this. The signal input period can be increased or decreased according to the sensitivity of the sensor portion 1160 and the response sensitivity of the indicator control module 2100.
在給定的訊號輸入期間,根據致動構件1130的移動,藉由採用從指標控制單元1100輸出的訊號,以辨識致動構件1130的位置。也就是說,在本發明中,藉由根據致動構件1130的移動而輸出的感測訊號,可以決定軸向移動訊號。更具體地說,指標控制單元1100包括被配置為生成多個感測訊號的四個感測器,以及兩個感測器沿著x軸配置,以及其他兩個感測器沿著y軸配置。每一感測器的感測訊號的位準根據磁鐵部分1120的位置而變化,磁鐵部分1120與致動構件1130一同移動。例如,如果致動構件1130在+x軸方向移動,則位於+x軸上的感測器的感測訊號的位準大幅度增加,以及位於-x軸上的感測器的感測訊號的位準大幅度減小。此外,位於+y軸以及-y軸上的感測器的感測訊號的位準大幅度減小。During the given signal input, the position of the actuating member 1130 is identified by employing the signal output from the index control unit 1100 in accordance with the movement of the actuating member 1130. That is, in the present invention, the axial movement signal can be determined by the sensing signal output according to the movement of the actuation member 1130. More specifically, the indicator control unit 1100 includes four sensors configured to generate a plurality of sensing signals, and two sensors are disposed along the x-axis, and the other two sensors are disposed along the y-axis . The level of the sensing signal of each sensor varies according to the position of the magnet portion 1120, and the magnet portion 1120 moves together with the actuating member 1130. For example, if the actuation member 1130 is moved in the +x axis direction, the level of the sensing signal of the sensor located on the +x axis is greatly increased, and the sensing signal of the sensor on the -x axis is The level is greatly reduced. In addition, the level of the sense signal of the sensor located on the +y axis and the -y axis is greatly reduced.
在這種方式下,根據致動構件1130的移動,以改變從指標控制單元1100輸出的感測訊號的位準,以及根據感測訊號的變化而生成+x軸移動訊號、-x軸移動訊號、+y軸移動訊號以及-y軸移動訊號。也就是說,+x軸移動訊號是致動構件1130在+x軸移動區域A中的情況下生成的訊號,以及-x軸移動訊號是致動構件1130在-x軸移動區域C中的情況下生成的訊號。+y軸移動訊號是致動構件1130在+y軸移動區域B中的情況下生成的訊號,以及-y軸移動訊號是致動構件1130在-y軸移動區域D中的情況下生成的訊號。如上所述,本發明的指標控制模組2100在每一訊號輸入期間(例如,約20msec)接收訊號。因此,例如,如果指標控制模組2100在至少4至6個訊號輸入期間接收相同的軸的移動訊號,則指標控制模組2100決定訊號為軸向移動訊號。例如,當致動構件1130在+x軸移動區域A移動時,在每一訊號輸入期間,指標控制單元1100輸出+x軸移動訊號。此時,如果+x軸移動訊號在約五個訊號輸入期間被成功地輸入到指標控制模組2100,則指標控制模組2100生成第二輸入控制訊號,以回應於+x軸移動訊號。In this manner, according to the movement of the actuation member 1130, the level of the sensing signal output from the index control unit 1100 is changed, and the +x axis movement signal and the -x axis movement signal are generated according to the change of the sensing signal. , +y axis movement signal and -y axis movement signal. That is, the +x axis movement signal is a signal generated when the actuation member 1130 is moved in the +x axis movement area A, and the -x axis movement signal is the case where the actuation member 1130 is moved in the -x axis movement area C. The generated signal. The +y-axis movement signal is a signal generated when the actuation member 1130 is moved in the +y-axis movement region B, and the -y-axis movement signal is a signal generated when the actuation member 1130 is moved in the -y-axis movement region D. . As described above, the indicator control module 2100 of the present invention receives signals during each signal input period (e.g., about 20 msec). Therefore, for example, if the indicator control module 2100 receives the same axis motion signal during at least 4 to 6 signal input periods, the indicator control module 2100 determines that the signal is an axial motion signal. For example, when the actuation member 1130 moves in the +x axis movement area A, the indicator control unit 1100 outputs a +x axis movement signal during each signal input. At this time, if the +x axis movement signal is successfully input to the indicator control module 2100 during about five signal input periods, the indicator control module 2100 generates a second input control signal in response to the +x axis movement signal.
由於如下原因,用於決定致動構件1130的軸向移動的訊號輸入期間的最小數目被設置為上述範圍。如果訊號輸入期間的最小數目太小,則可以生成軸向移動訊號,以回應於非常小的移動。在這種情況下,可以執行非預期的(unexpected)操作。從而,訊號輸入期間的最小數目可以被設置為上述範圍。因為使用者可以將致動構件1130保持在相同的移動區域中,所以未設置訊號輸入期間的最大數目。然而,最大數目可以被設置為1000。在這種情況下,在電子裝置的操作期間,可以防止生成無限大的(infinite)軸向移動訊號。The minimum number of signal input periods for determining the axial movement of the actuating member 1130 is set to the above range for the following reason. If the minimum number of signal inputs is too small, an axial movement signal can be generated in response to very small movements. In this case, an unexpected operation can be performed. Thus, the minimum number of signal input periods can be set to the above range. Since the user can hold the actuation member 1130 in the same movement area, the maximum number of signal input periods is not set. However, the maximum number can be set to 1000. In this case, the generation of an infinite axial movement signal can be prevented during the operation of the electronic device.
請參看圖5之(c),藉由致動構件1130在二維平面上移動以及按壓致動構件1130以鍵擊圓頂開關1111,可以生成+x軸移動鍵擊訊號、-x軸移動鍵擊訊號、+y軸移動鍵擊訊號以及-y軸移動鍵擊訊號。在這種情況下,指標控制模組2100決定+x軸方向、-x軸方向、+y軸方向以及-y軸方向的其中之一,在鍵擊圓頂開關1111之前該致動構件1130沿著已決定的方向移動,接著,基於已決定的結果,指標控制模組2100生成第六輸入控制訊號至第九輸入控制訊號的其中之一。Referring to FIG. 5(c), by actuating the member 1130 to move on the two-dimensional plane and pressing the actuation member 1130 to key the dome switch 1111, a +x axis movement keystroke signal, an -x axis movement key can be generated. The semaphore, the +y axis move keystroke, and the -y axis move keystroke. In this case, the indicator control module 2100 determines one of the +x axis direction, the -x axis direction, the +y axis direction, and the -y axis direction, and the actuation member 1130 precedes the keystroke dome switch 1111. The determined direction moves, and then, based on the determined result, the indicator control module 2100 generates one of the sixth input control signal to the ninth input control signal.
也就是說,如果在回應於致動構件1130的軸向移動而生成軸向移動訊號之後,生成鍵擊訊號以回應於圓頂開關1111的鍵擊,則順序訊號(sequential signal)被辨識為+x軸移動鍵擊訊號、-x軸移動鍵擊訊號、+y軸移動鍵擊訊號以及-y軸移動鍵擊訊號,以及生成對應的輸入控制訊號。此時,根據上述的感測訊號,決定軸向移動訊號,基於圓頂開關1111的狀態,決定鍵擊訊號。例如,如圖5之(b)所示,如果致動構件1130在+x軸移動區域A中,則指標控制單元1100生成+x軸移動訊號。因此,如果對於預定的時間(例如,1至100個訊號輸入期間)未生成鍵擊訊號,則指標控制模組2100辨識+x軸移動訊號為+x軸移動訊號以及生成第二輸入控制訊號。然而,如果在生成+x軸移動訊號之後,在預定的時間中,生成了鍵擊訊號,則指標控制模組2100辨識順序訊號為+x軸移動鍵擊訊號以及生成第六輸入控制訊號。That is, if a keystroke signal is generated in response to a keystroke of the dome switch 1111 after generating an axial movement signal in response to the axial movement of the actuation member 1130, the sequential signal is recognized as + The x-axis move keystrokes, the -x-axis move keystrokes, the +y-axis move keystrokes, and the -y-axis move keystrokes, and generate corresponding input control signals. At this time, according to the above sensing signal, the axial movement signal is determined, and the keystroke signal is determined based on the state of the dome switch 1111. For example, as shown in (b) of FIG. 5, if the actuation member 1130 is moved in the +x axis movement region A, the index control unit 1100 generates a +x axis movement signal. Therefore, if a keystroke signal is not generated for a predetermined time (for example, 1 to 100 signal input periods), the index control module 2100 recognizes that the +x axis movement signal is the +x axis movement signal and generates the second input control signal. However, if a keystroke signal is generated within a predetermined time after the +x axis movement signal is generated, the indicator control module 2100 recognizes that the sequence signal is a +x axis movement keystroke signal and generates a sixth input control signal.
請參看圖5之(d),藉由按壓致動構件1130以鍵擊圓頂開關1111,可以生成+x軸鍵擊訊號、-x軸鍵擊訊號、+y軸鍵擊訊號以及-y軸鍵擊訊號,以及使致動構件1130在二維平面上移動。此時,指標控制模組2100決定+x軸方向、-x軸方向、+y軸方向以及-y軸方向的其中之一,致動構件1130沿著已決定的方向移動,從而生成第十輸入控制訊號至第十三輸入控制訊號的其中之一。例如,如圖5之(a)所示,如果鍵擊圓頂開關1111,則生成鍵擊訊號。因此,如果對於預定的時間(例如,3至100個訊號輸入期間)未生成軸向移動訊號,則指標控制模組2100辨識鍵擊訊號為鍵擊訊號以及生成第一輸入控制訊號。然而,如果在生成鍵擊訊號之後,在預定的時間中,生成了軸向移動訊號,則指標控制模組2100辨識順序訊號為軸向鍵擊訊號以及生成對應的輸入控制訊號。也就是說,例如,如果在生成鍵擊訊號之後才生成+x軸移動訊號,則順序訊號被辨識為+x軸鍵擊訊號,以及生成第十輸入控制訊號。Referring to FIG. 5(d), by pressing the actuating member 1130 to key the dome switch 1111, a +x axis keystroke signal, an -x axis keystroke signal, a +y axis keystroke signal, and a -y axis can be generated. The keystroke signal and the actuating member 1130 are moved in a two dimensional plane. At this time, the index control module 2100 determines one of the +x axis direction, the -x axis direction, the +y axis direction, and the -y axis direction, and the actuation member 1130 moves in the determined direction to generate the tenth input. Control signal to one of the thirteenth input control signals. For example, as shown in (a) of FIG. 5, if the dome switch 1111 is clicked, a keystroke signal is generated. Therefore, if an axial movement signal is not generated for a predetermined time (for example, 3 to 100 signal input periods), the indicator control module 2100 recognizes the keystroke signal as a keystroke signal and generates a first input control signal. However, if an axial movement signal is generated within a predetermined time after the keystroke signal is generated, the indicator control module 2100 recognizes the sequence signal as an axial keystroke signal and generates a corresponding input control signal. That is, for example, if the +x axis movement signal is generated after the keystroke signal is generated, the sequence signal is recognized as the +x axis keystroke signal, and the tenth input control signal is generated.
請參看圖5之(e),藉由在二維平面上旋轉該致動構件1130,可以生成順時針旋轉訊號以及反時針旋轉訊號。指標控制模組2100可以生成第十四和第十五輸入控制訊號以回應於旋轉訊號。Referring to FIG. 5(e), by rotating the actuating member 1130 on a two-dimensional plane, a clockwise rotation signal and a counterclockwise rotation signal can be generated. The indicator control module 2100 can generate the fourteenth and fifteenth input control signals in response to the rotation signals.
如上所述,在本實施例中,指標控制模組2100在各個訊號輸入期間成功地接收移動訊號。因此,根據在預定的訊號輸入期間、從指標控制單元1100輸出的訊號,可以決定致動構件1130是否被旋轉。更具體地說,在移動該致動構件1130的情況下,從位於各個軸上的感測器輸出的訊號的位準已發生變化。此時,如果在不大於4至10個訊號輸入期間成功地生成了移動訊號,則決定旋轉了致動構件1130。接著,基於移動訊號的向量值,決定致動構件1130是否被順時針旋轉或者反時針旋轉。由於如下原因,用於決定該致動構件1130的旋轉的訊號輸入期間的最大數目可以被設置為上述範圍。如果訊號輸入期間的最大數目大於上述範圍,則可以執行非預期的操作。最小數目可以是1。作為選擇,最大數目可以小於或者大於上述範圍。例如,最大數目可以是5或者更小,或者大於10。根據訊號輸入期間的長度,最大數目可以變化。從而,如果在約40msec至約2sec的時間範圍內生成了不同的訊號,則可以決定該致動構件1130已被旋轉。As described above, in the present embodiment, the index control module 2100 successfully receives the mobile signal during each signal input. Therefore, it is possible to determine whether or not the actuation member 1130 is rotated based on the signal output from the index control unit 1100 during the predetermined signal input period. More specifically, in the case of moving the actuating member 1130, the level of the signal output from the sensors located on the respective axes has changed. At this time, if the mobile signal is successfully generated during no more than 4 to 10 signal input, it is decided to rotate the actuating member 1130. Next, based on the vector value of the motion signal, it is determined whether the actuation member 1130 is rotated clockwise or counterclockwise. The maximum number of signal input periods for determining the rotation of the actuating member 1130 can be set to the above range for the following reason. If the maximum number of signal input periods is greater than the above range, an unexpected operation can be performed. The minimum number can be 1. Alternatively, the maximum number can be less than or greater than the above range. For example, the maximum number can be 5 or less, or greater than 10. The maximum number can vary depending on the length of the signal input period. Thus, if a different signal is generated over a time range of about 40 msec to about 2 sec, it can be determined that the actuating member 1130 has been rotated.
例如,在3個訊號輸入期間移動了致動構件1130,如果輸出感測訊號指示該致動構件1130的座標以(1,0)、(0.5,0.5)、以及(0,1)的次序變化,則指標控制模組2100可以決定致動構件1130被反時針旋轉,以及生成第十五輸入控制訊號。此時,除了感測訊號(從感測器輸出的訊號)之外,藉由如上所述將感測訊號進行分組而生成的軸向移動訊號可以被輸入到指標控制模組2100。因此,如果對於預定的訊號輸入期間,致動構件1130在軸向移動區域中,則可以決定致動構件1130在對應的軸向移動,以及如果在預定的訊號輸入期間,致動構件1130從軸向移動區域脫離,則可以決定致動構件1130已被旋轉。For example, the actuation member 1130 is moved during three signal inputs, and if the output sensing signal indicates that the coordinates of the actuation member 1130 are changed in the order of (1, 0), (0.5, 0.5), and (0, 1). The indicator control module 2100 can determine that the actuation member 1130 is rotated counterclockwise and generate a fifteenth input control signal. At this time, in addition to the sensing signals (signals output from the sensors), the axial movement signals generated by grouping the sensing signals as described above may be input to the index control module 2100. Thus, if the actuation member 1130 is in the axially moving region for a predetermined signal input period, then the actuation member 1130 can be determined to move in a corresponding axial direction, and if the actuation member 1130 is from the axis during a predetermined signal input. Upon disengagement from the moving area, it can be determined that the actuation member 1130 has been rotated.
請參看圖5之(f),藉由按壓致動構件1130以鍵擊圓頂開關1111,可以生成順時針旋轉鍵擊訊號以及反時針旋轉鍵擊訊號,以及在二維平面上旋轉該致動構件1130。指標控制模組2100可以生成第十六和第十七輸入控制訊號以回應於旋轉鍵擊訊號。在圓頂開關1111處於已鍵擊的狀態的情況下(即,在連續輸出鍵擊訊號的情況下),如果軸向移動訊號是變化的,則生成第十六和第十七輸入控制訊號。Referring to FIG. 5(f), by pressing the actuation member 1130 to key the dome switch 1111, a clockwise rotation keystroke signal and a counterclockwise rotation keystroke signal can be generated, and the actuation is rotated on a two-dimensional plane. Member 1130. The indicator control module 2100 can generate the sixteenth and seventeenth input control signals in response to the rotary keystrokes. In the case where the dome switch 1111 is in the keyed state (i.e., in the case where the keystroke signal is continuously output), if the axial movement signal is changed, the sixteenth and seventeenth input control signals are generated.
如上所述,在本實施例中,根據致動構件1130的移動以及圓頂開關1111的鍵擊,可以生成約17個輸入控制訊號,以及輸入控制訊號可以被用作控制程式的操作的輸入控制訊號。也就是說,藉由結合移動訊號以及鍵擊訊號可以增加輸入控制訊號的數目,而不需要增加圓頂開關1111的尺寸,從而更少的圓頂開關以及更小的圓頂開關可以被用於控制程式的操作。從而,可以減少電子裝置的價格(製造成本),以及電子裝置可以具有小的尺寸以及細的形狀。As described above, in the present embodiment, about 17 input control signals can be generated according to the movement of the actuating member 1130 and the keystroke of the dome switch 1111, and the input control signal can be used as an input control for the operation of the control program. Signal. That is to say, by combining the mobile signal and the keystroke signal, the number of input control signals can be increased without increasing the size of the dome switch 1111, so that fewer dome switches and smaller dome switches can be used. Control the operation of the program. Thereby, the price (manufacturing cost) of the electronic device can be reduced, and the electronic device can have a small size as well as a thin shape.
此外,在根據致動構件1130的旋轉以及圓頂開關1111的鍵擊而接收旋轉鍵擊訊號的情況下,指標控制模組2100可以生成第十八輸入控制訊號以及第十九輸入控制訊號。此外,如果在長的時間(例如,30至300訊號輸入期間)只有鍵擊訊號被輸入到指標控制模組2100,則指標控制模組2100可以生成第二十輸入控制訊號。此外,如果在鍵擊訊號被輸入到指標控制模組2100之後,在預定的時間中(例如,1至100個訊號輸入期間),軸向移動訊號被施加到指標控制模組2100,則根據鍵擊訊號以及軸向移動訊號,指標控制模組2100可以生成第二十一至第二十四輸入控制訊號。如上所述,第十輸入控制訊號至第十三輸入控制訊號是在具有鍵擊訊號的情況下(即,連續地施加鍵擊訊號的情況下)施加軸向移動訊號時生成的訊號。然而,第二十一輸入控制訊號至第二十四輸入控制訊號是在施加鍵擊訊號之後,在短時間內施加軸向移動訊號時生成的訊號。此外,如果在施加鍵擊訊號之後,在預定的時間內(例如,1至100訊號輸入期間)施加旋轉訊號,則根據從旋轉訊號偵測到的旋轉方向,指標控制模組2100可以生成第二十五以及第二十六輸入控制訊號。此外,在施加雙鍵擊訊號(double-click signal)的情況下,指標控制模組2100可以生成第二十七輸入控制訊號。也就是說,如果在預定的時間間隔內施加至少兩個鍵擊訊號,則可以生成第二十七輸入控制訊號。然而,在連續地施加鍵擊訊號的情況下,不可以生成第二十七輸入控制訊號。In addition, in the case of receiving the rotary keystroke signal according to the rotation of the actuating member 1130 and the keystroke of the dome switch 1111, the index control module 2100 can generate the eighteenth input control signal and the nineteenth input control signal. In addition, if only a keystroke signal is input to the indicator control module 2100 during a long period of time (eg, 30 to 300 signal input), the indicator control module 2100 may generate a twentieth input control signal. In addition, if the axial movement signal is applied to the indicator control module 2100 after a predetermined time (for example, 1 to 100 signal input periods) after the keystroke signal is input to the index control module 2100, according to the key The index control module 2100 can generate the twenty-first to twenty-fourth input control signals. As described above, the tenth input control signal to the thirteenth input control signal are signals generated when an axial movement signal is applied in the case of a keystroke signal (that is, in the case where a keystroke signal is continuously applied). However, the twenty-first input control signal to the twenty-fourth input control signal is a signal generated when an axial movement signal is applied in a short time after the keystroke signal is applied. In addition, if a rotation signal is applied within a predetermined time (for example, 1 to 100 signal input period) after the keystroke signal is applied, the index control module 2100 can generate the second according to the rotation direction detected from the rotation signal. The fifteenth and twenty-sixth input control signals. In addition, the indicator control module 2100 can generate the twenty-seventh input control signal in the case of applying a double-click signal. That is, if at least two keystroke signals are applied within a predetermined time interval, a twenty-seventh input control signal can be generated. However, in the case where the keystroke signal is continuously applied, the twenty-seventh input control signal may not be generated.
然後,請參看圖6的流程圖,將詳細描述藉由指標控制單元1100以及指標控制模組2100以控制圖2中的音樂播放程式的方法。下面將基於指標控制模組2100的操作而詳細說明。Then, referring to the flowchart of FIG. 6, the method of controlling the music playing program in FIG. 2 by the index control unit 1100 and the index control module 2100 will be described in detail. The details will be described below based on the operation of the index control module 2100.
請參看圖7,決定是否輸出鍵擊訊號(S100)。更具體地說,如果圓頂開關1111輸出鍵擊訊號之後,在預定的時間沒有輸入訊號,則執行對應於鍵擊訊號的動作(action)。例如,可以執行再生或者停止(S110)。此時,根據指標控制模組2100回應於從指標控制單元1100所接收的訊號而生成的輸入控制訊號的位準,以執行諸如再生或者停止之類的當前操作。也就是說,根據輸入控制訊號的位準而準備的程式的操作規則先前已經被儲存在記憶體2200中,以及在執行程式的情況下,下載此操作規則。Referring to FIG. 7, it is determined whether to output a keystroke signal (S100). More specifically, if the dome switch 1111 outputs a keystroke signal and does not input a signal at a predetermined time, an action corresponding to the keystroke signal is performed. For example, regeneration or stop can be performed (S110). At this time, according to the level of the input control signal generated by the index control module 2100 in response to the signal received from the index control unit 1100, a current operation such as regeneration or stop is performed. That is to say, the operation rule of the program prepared in accordance with the level of the input control signal has been previously stored in the memory 2200, and in the case of executing the program, the operation rule is downloaded.
如果決定未輸出鍵擊訊號,則決定是否移動該致動構件1130(S120)。如果該致動構件1130被移動,則決定移動或者旋轉了致動構件1130(S130)。更具體地說,如果5至10個訊號輸入期間所輸出的感測訊號(即,軸向移動訊號)具有不同的值,則決定該致動構件1130被旋轉,以及如果感測訊號具有實質上相同的值(在約±10%的誤差範圍內),則決定該致動構件1130被移動。If it is decided that the keystroke signal is not output, it is decided whether or not to move the actuating member 1130 (S120). If the actuating member 1130 is moved, it is decided to move or rotate the actuating member 1130 (S130). More specifically, if the sensing signals (ie, the axial movement signals) output during the 5 to 10 signal input periods have different values, it is determined that the actuation member 1130 is rotated, and if the sensing signal has substantially The same value (within an error range of about ±10%) determines that the actuation member 1130 is moved.
在決定該致動構件1130被旋轉的情況下,根據致動構件1130的旋轉方向以調整程式的容量(volume)(S140)。例如,如果順時針旋轉致動構件1130,則增加程式的容量,以及如果反時針旋轉致動構件1130,則減少程式的容量。In the case where it is determined that the actuating member 1130 is rotated, the volume of the program is adjusted in accordance with the rotational direction of the actuating member 1130 (S140). For example, if the actuation member 1130 is rotated clockwise, the capacity of the program is increased, and if the actuation member 1130 is rotated counterclockwise, the capacity of the program is reduced.
在決定該致動構件1130被移動的情況下,決定移動的方向(S150)。更具體地說,基於軸向移動訊號,在+x軸方向、-x軸方向、+y軸方向以及-y軸方向中決定該致動構件1130的移動方向。從而,決定是否輸入鍵擊訊號(S160)。更具體地說,如果在生成移動訊號之後,在約5至300個訊號輸入期間中,沒有鍵擊訊號,則決定未輸入鍵擊訊號,以及如果在生成移動訊號之後,在約5至300個訊號輸入期間中,存在鍵擊訊號,則決定鍵擊訊號被輸入。When it is determined that the actuation member 1130 is moved, the direction of movement is determined (S150). More specifically, based on the axial movement signal, the moving direction of the actuating member 1130 is determined in the +x axis direction, the -x axis direction, the +y axis direction, and the -y axis direction. Thereby, it is determined whether or not a keystroke signal is input (S160). More specifically, if there is no keystroke signal in about 5 to 300 signal input periods after the mobile signal is generated, it is decided that the keystroke signal is not input, and if about 5 to 300 are generated after the mobile signal is generated. During the signal input period, there is a keystroke signal, and it is determined that the keystroke signal is input.
在輸入了鍵擊訊號的情況下,根據移動訊號的方向資訊,選擇前一首音樂(previous music)或者下一首音樂(next music)(S170)。更具體地說,在輸入+x軸移動訊號以及接著輸入鍵擊訊號的情況下,選擇下一首音樂,以及在輸入-x軸移動訊號以及接著輸入鍵擊訊號的情況下,選擇前一首音樂。在決定沒有鍵擊訊號的情況下,根據移動訊號的方向資訊來執行快速前進(fast-forwarding)或者倒帶(rewinding)功能(S180)。更具體地說,如果只施加了+x軸移動訊號,則執行快速前進功能,以及如果只施加了-x軸移動訊號,則執行倒帶功能。In the case where the keystroke signal is input, the previous music or the next music (S170) is selected according to the direction information of the mobile signal. More specifically, when the input +x axis moves the signal and then the keystroke signal is input, the next music is selected, and in the case where the -x axis moves the signal and then the keystroke signal is input, the previous one is selected. music. In the case where it is decided that there is no keystroke signal, a fast-forwarding or rewinding function (S180) is performed based on the direction information of the mobile signal. More specifically, if only the +x axis movement signal is applied, the fast forward function is performed, and if only the -x axis movement signal is applied, the rewind function is performed.
在上述的實施例中,已經描述了包括輸入單元、主體單元以及顯示單元的電子裝置。在其他的實施例中,輸入單元的一些部分以及主體單元的一些部分可以被結合,以組成用於控制螢幕上的指標之指標裝置。即,能以積體模組的形式來提供輸入單元的一些部分以及主體單元的一些部分。In the above-described embodiments, an electronic device including an input unit, a main body unit, and a display unit has been described. In other embodiments, portions of the input unit and portions of the body unit may be combined to form an indicator device for controlling the indicators on the screen. That is, some portions of the input unit and portions of the main unit can be provided in the form of an integrated module.
此外,在上述的實施例中,能以包含在主體單元的控制晶片(積體晶片)中的或者儲存在記錄媒體中的程式的形式來提供指標控制模組。當然,能以記錄在指標控制單元中的程式的形式來提供指標控制模組。在此,儲存在記錄媒體中的程式是電腦可讀的。Further, in the above-described embodiment, the index control module can be provided in the form of a program included in the control wafer (integral wafer) of the main unit or stored in the recording medium. Of course, the indicator control module can be provided in the form of a program recorded in the indicator control unit. Here, the program stored in the recording medium is computer readable.
如上述實施例所示,藉由採用回應於致動構件的移動而生成的移動訊號以及致動構件按壓圓頂開關時生成的鍵擊訊號,則指標控制模組生成各種輸入控制訊號,以及藉由採用輸入控制訊號,指標控制模組控制程式的操作。因此,減少了控制程式的操作所需要的圓頂開關的數目。As shown in the above embodiment, the index control module generates various input control signals and uses the mobile signal generated in response to the movement of the actuating member and the keystroke signal generated when the actuating member presses the dome switch. By using the input control signal, the indicator control module controls the operation of the program. Therefore, the number of dome switches required for the operation of the control program is reduced.
然而,本發明並非限定於此。藉由採用回應於致動構件的移動而生成的移動訊號,指標控制模組可以移動螢幕上的指標。也就是說,根據施加到指標控制模組的模式選擇訊號,指標(滑鼠或者游標)可以位於螢幕上,以及藉由採用指標來鍵擊圓頂開關,可以執行以及控制程式。如上所述,藉由移動致動構件、磁鐵部分以及中間構件,可以將螢幕上的指標移動到x軸或者y軸中的理想的位置,從而可以將指標放置在可以採用指標來控制已執行的程式的區域中。接著,可以按壓圓頂開關來執行對應於指標的當前位置的程式的功能。However, the invention is not limited thereto. The index control module can move the indicators on the screen by using mobile signals generated in response to movement of the actuating member. That is to say, according to the mode selection signal applied to the indicator control module, the indicator (mouse or cursor) can be located on the screen, and the program can be executed and controlled by using the indicator to key the dome switch. As described above, by moving the actuating member, the magnet portion, and the intermediate member, the indicator on the screen can be moved to an ideal position in the x-axis or the y-axis, so that the index can be placed on the indicator to control the executed. In the area of the program. Next, the dome switch can be pressed to perform the function of the program corresponding to the current position of the indicator.
本發明並非限定於上述的實施例,根據本發明,藉由各種方法可以控制各種程式的操作。在接下來的描述中,將參看所附圖式來詳細描述根據其他示例實施例的一種影像控制和管理程式的操作的控制方法。The present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and according to the present invention, the operations of various programs can be controlled by various methods. In the following description, a control method of an operation of an image control and management program according to other exemplary embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
在下面的對當前實施例的描述中,不再贅述與上述實施例相同的描述。當前實施例的技術可以用於上述的實施例,上述的實施例的技術也可以用於當前實施例。In the following description of the current embodiment, the same description as the above embodiment will not be repeated. The technology of the present embodiment can be applied to the above-described embodiments, and the techniques of the above embodiments can also be applied to the current embodiment.
圖8是根據本發明另一示例實施例的電子裝置的前視圖。FIG. 8 is a front view of an electronic device in accordance with another exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
請參看圖8,本實施例的電子裝置包括:顯示單元3000,被配置為顯示指標(pointer)以及影像;輸入單元1000,被配置為根據使用者的操作以及其他訊號以生成感測訊號;以及主體單元2000,被配置為根據感測訊號來執行或者控制程式,以及輸出訊號給顯示單元3000,以在顯示單元3000上顯示影像。Referring to FIG. 8, the electronic device of this embodiment includes: a display unit 3000 configured to display a pointer and an image; and an input unit 1000 configured to generate a sensing signal according to a user operation and other signals; The main body unit 2000 is configured to execute or control a program according to the sensing signal, and output a signal to the display unit 3000 to display the image on the display unit 3000.
該輸入單元1000包括指標控制單元1100以及按鍵/按鈕控制單元1200。指標控制單元1100包括基板1110、磁鐵部分1120、致動構件1130、中間構件1140、感測器部分1160以及覆蓋部分1150。主體單元2000包括指標控制模組2100、記憶體2200、驅動控制模組2300、聲頻/視頻控制模組2400以及有線/無線通訊控制模組2500。藉由採用從主體單元2000接收的影像訊號,顯示單元3000被配置為在螢幕上顯示影像。也就是說,藉由主體單元2000執行(啟動)的程式被顯示在顯示單元3000上。在圖8中,地圖搜尋(或者影像編輯器)程式被顯示在顯示單元3000的螢幕上。根據從主體單元2000接收的指標移動控制訊號,顯示單元3000可以在螢幕上顯示指標以及在螢幕上移動指標。The input unit 1000 includes an indicator control unit 1100 and a button/button control unit 1200. The index control unit 1100 includes a substrate 1110, a magnet portion 1120, an actuation member 1130, an intermediate member 1140, a sensor portion 1160, and a cover portion 1150. The main unit 2000 includes an indicator control module 2100, a memory 2200, a drive control module 2300, an audio/video control module 2400, and a wired/wireless communication control module 2500. The display unit 3000 is configured to display an image on a screen by using an image signal received from the main unit 2000. That is, the program executed (activated) by the main body unit 2000 is displayed on the display unit 3000. In FIG. 8, a map search (or image editor) program is displayed on the screen of the display unit 3000. Based on the indicator movement control signal received from the body unit 2000, the display unit 3000 can display the indicator on the screen and move the indicator on the screen.
由於在對上述的實施例的說明中已經描述了相同的構件,所以不再詳細描述輸入單元1000、顯示單元3000以及主體單元2000。Since the same components have been described in the description of the above embodiments, the input unit 1000, the display unit 3000, and the main body unit 2000 will not be described in detail.
在接下來的描述中,基於被配置為生成感測訊號和/或鍵擊訊號的指標控制模組2100以及指標控制單元1100的操作,將描述控制一種影像(例如,地圖或者照片)控制程式的方法。接下來的描述是有關於地圖的影像被下載到顯示單元3000上之後而執行的操作。影像可以被下載到顯示單元3000上,以回應於從指標控制單元1100輸出的訊號(感測訊號、鍵擊訊號)。In the following description, based on the operation of the indicator control module 2100 and the indicator control unit 1100 configured to generate a sensing signal and/or a keystroke signal, a control program for controlling an image (eg, a map or a photo) will be described. method. The following description is an operation performed after the image of the map is downloaded onto the display unit 3000. The image can be downloaded to the display unit 3000 in response to the signal (sensing signal, keystroke signal) output from the indicator control unit 1100.
圖9是根據本發明示例實施例的影像控制程式的操作的流程圖。9 is a flow chart of the operation of an image control program in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
請參看圖9,藉由決定是否輸入鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號,以選擇操作模式(S1100)。根據鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號,選擇移動模式或者放大/縮小模式。此外,可以選擇選單生成模式。Referring to FIG. 9, the operation mode is selected (S1100) by deciding whether to input a keystroke signal or a double-click signal. Select the movement mode or the enlargement/reduction mode according to the keystroke signal or the double-click signal. In addition, you can select the menu generation mode.
如果未輸入鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號,則選擇移動模式。在移動模式中,根據回應於致動構件1130的移動而生成的感測訊號,將地圖(影像)在螢幕上進行上、下、左或者右移動(S1110)。此時,根據包含在感測訊號中的移動方向資訊,指標控制模組2100生成移動控制訊號。接著,根據移動控制訊號,地圖被移動到顯示單元3000上。If no keystroke signal or double-click signal is entered, select the move mode. In the moving mode, the map (image) is moved up, down, left or right on the screen according to the sensing signal generated in response to the movement of the actuating member 1130 (S1110). At this time, the index control module 2100 generates a motion control signal according to the moving direction information included in the sensing signal. Then, according to the motion control signal, the map is moved to the display unit 3000.
此時,致動構件1130在二維平面(±x軸以及±y軸)上移動。At this time, the actuating member 1130 moves on a two-dimensional plane (±x axis and ±y axis).
如果致動構件1130的移動範圍被分割為4個區域(+x區域、-x區域、+y區域以及-y區域),可以生成4個移動控制訊號。也就是說,根據致動構件1130的移動,指標控制單元1100輸出+x軸感測訊號、-x軸感測訊號、+y軸感測訊號以及-y軸感測訊號。回應於感測訊號,指標控制模組2100生成右移動控制訊號、左移動控制訊號、上移動控制訊號或者下移動控制訊號。接著,向右、向左、向上或者向下移動地圖。藉由x軸以及y軸之間的直線(直線與x軸成45度),可以決定4個區域。If the range of movement of the actuating member 1130 is divided into four regions (+x region, -x region, +y region, and -y region), four motion control signals can be generated. That is, according to the movement of the actuation member 1130, the index control unit 1100 outputs a +x axis sensing signal, an -x axis sensing signal, a +y axis sensing signal, and a -y axis sensing signal. In response to the sensing signal, the indicator control module 2100 generates a right motion control signal, a left motion control signal, an uplink motion control signal, or a lower motion control signal. Next, move the map to the right, left, up, or down. By the line between the x-axis and the y-axis (the line is 45 degrees from the x-axis), four regions can be determined.
然而,本發明並非限定於此。例如,致動構件1130的移動範圍被分割為8個區域(+x區域、+x+y區域、+y區域、-x+y區域、-x-y區域、-y區域以及-y+x區域)。在這種情況下,地圖可以在螢幕上進行向右方向移動,向右上方向移動、向上方向移動、向左上方向移動、向左方向移動、向左下方向移動、向下方向移動以及向右下方向移動。然而,本發明並非限定於此。致動構件1130的移動範圍可被分割為更多或者更少的區域。作為選擇,根據致動構件1130的移動,地圖可以直接在螢幕上移動,而不是對移動範圍作分割。在這種情況下,回應於致動構件1130的移動而輸出的感測訊號的變化可以被直接轉換為移動控制訊號。However, the invention is not limited thereto. For example, the moving range of the actuating member 1130 is divided into eight regions (+x region, +x+y region, +y region, -x+y region, -xy region, -y region, and -y+x region). . In this case, the map can be moved to the right in the screen, moving in the upper right direction, moving in the upward direction, moving in the upper left direction, moving in the left direction, moving in the lower left direction, moving in the downward direction, and moving in the lower right direction. mobile. However, the invention is not limited thereto. The range of movement of the actuation member 1130 can be split into more or fewer regions. Alternatively, depending on the movement of the actuating member 1130, the map can be moved directly on the screen instead of splitting the range of motion. In this case, the change in the sensing signal output in response to the movement of the actuating member 1130 can be directly converted into a motion control signal.
此外,致動構件1130可以順時針或者反時針旋轉。在這種情況下,指標控制模組2100可以生成對應於致動構件1130的旋轉的移動控制訊號。Additionally, the actuation member 1130 can be rotated clockwise or counterclockwise. In this case, the indicator control module 2100 can generate a motion control signal corresponding to the rotation of the actuation member 1130.
如上所述,在根據致動構件1130的移動以將地圖在螢幕上進行移動之後,決定是否施加了鍵擊訊號。As described above, after the movement of the actuating member 1130 is performed to move the map on the screen, it is determined whether or not a keystroke signal is applied.
如果施加了鍵擊訊號,則選擇放大/縮小模式。在放大/縮小模式中,根據回應於致動構件1130的移動而生成的感測訊號,螢幕的地圖被放大或者縮小(S1120)。If a keystroke signal is applied, the zoom in/out mode is selected. In the enlargement/reduction mode, the map of the screen is enlarged or reduced according to the sensing signal generated in response to the movement of the actuation member 1130 (S1120).
對此,在本實施例中,指標控制模組2100將從指標控制單元1100輸出的感測訊號分割為兩個訊號群組,接著指標控制模組2100根據訊號群組以生成一放大移動控制訊號以及一縮小移動控制訊號。這意味著,致動構件1130的移動範圍被分割為兩個區域。In this embodiment, the indicator control module 2100 divides the sensing signal output from the indicator control unit 1100 into two signal groups, and then the indicator control module 2100 generates an amplified motion control signal according to the signal group. And a reduced mobile control signal. This means that the range of movement of the actuating member 1130 is divided into two regions.
例如,如果致動構件1130的移動範圍根據x軸被分割為上區域以及下區域,則當致動構件1130位於上區域中時而生成的感測訊號被轉換為用於放大螢幕的地圖的放大移動控制訊號。另一方面,當致動構件1130位於下區域中時而生成的感測訊號被轉換為減小螢幕的地圖的尺度(scale)的縮小移動控制訊號。在這種情況下,採用預定的放大比率(magnification ratio)來執行放大或者縮小功能。然而,本發明並非限定於此。例如,如上所述,致動構件1130的移動範圍可以被分割為多個區域,不同的放大比率可以被配置給各區域。作為選擇,藉由致動構件1130的順時針旋轉以及反時針旋轉而生成的感測訊號可以被分別轉換為用於放大的移動控制訊號以及用於縮小的移動控制訊號。在這種情況下,藉由在每一訊號輸入期間被輸入給指標控制模組2100的感測訊號,可以決定該致動構件1130是否被旋轉。更具體地說,例如,如果在不大於2至5個訊號輸入期間被輸入到指標控制模組2100的感測訊號是不同的,則決定該致動構件已經被旋轉,以及生成對應的移動控制訊號。For example, if the range of movement of the actuation member 1130 is divided into an upper region and a lower region according to the x-axis, the sensing signal generated when the actuation member 1130 is located in the upper region is converted into an enlargement of the map for amplifying the screen. Mobile control signal. On the other hand, the sensing signal generated when the actuation member 1130 is in the lower region is converted into a reduced motion control signal that reduces the scale of the map of the screen. In this case, the zoom-in or zoom-out function is performed using a predetermined magnification ratio. However, the invention is not limited thereto. For example, as described above, the range of movement of the actuation member 1130 can be divided into a plurality of regions, and different magnification ratios can be configured for each region. Alternatively, the sensing signals generated by the clockwise rotation and the counterclockwise rotation of the actuation member 1130 can be converted into a motion control signal for amplification and a motion control signal for reduction, respectively. In this case, whether or not the actuation member 1130 is rotated can be determined by the sensing signal input to the indicator control module 2100 during each signal input. More specifically, for example, if the sensing signals input to the index control module 2100 are different during no more than 2 to 5 signal input periods, it is determined that the actuation member has been rotated, and corresponding movement control is generated. Signal.
在施加鍵擊訊號的情況下,位於地圖上的指標(滑鼠指標)的位置可以是螢幕的中心位置。In the case where a keystroke signal is applied, the position of the indicator (mouse indicator) located on the map may be the center position of the screen.
在螢幕的地圖的尺度被放大或者減小後,決定是否施加了鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號(S1130)。如果未施加鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號,則重複執行放大/縮小操作。如果施加了鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號,則結束放大/縮小模式。也就是說,操作模式改變為移動模式。如果施加了雙鍵擊訊號,則顯示放大/縮小模式的選單。After the scale of the map of the screen is enlarged or reduced, it is determined whether a keystroke signal or a double-click signal is applied (S1130). If a keystroke signal or a double-click signal is not applied, the enlargement/reduction operation is repeated. If a keystroke signal or a double-click signal is applied, the zoom in/out mode is ended. That is to say, the operation mode is changed to the movement mode. If a double-click signal is applied, the menu for zoom in/out mode is displayed.
如果在操作模式選擇操作期間或者在放大/縮小模式中施加了雙鍵擊訊號,則執行選單生成模式。下面將對此進行詳細描述。If a double-click signal is applied during the operation mode selection operation or in the enlargement/reduction mode, the menu generation mode is executed. This will be described in detail below.
回應於雙鍵擊訊號,以執行選單生成模式。在選單生成模式中,顯示用於控制螢幕的地圖的各種彈出選單(popup menus)(S1140)。Respond to the double-click signal to execute the menu generation mode. In the menu generation mode, various popup menus (S1140) for controlling the map of the screen are displayed.
接著,根據感測訊號可以啟動多個彈出選單的其中之一(S1150)。更具體地說,如果使用者向左、向右、向上或向下移動該致動構件1130,則生成感測訊號以回應於使用者的操作。接著,指標控制模組2100生成移動控制訊號以回應於感測訊號,以及根據移動控制訊號,將啟動區域向左、向右、向上或向下移動,從而啟動理想的選單。從而,決定是否施加鍵擊訊號(S1160)。如果施加了鍵擊訊號,則執行對應於已啟動的選單的操作,以及結束選單生成模式(S1170)。另一方面,如果未施加鍵擊訊號,則結束選單生成模式而沒有執行對應於已啟動的選單的操作。此時,對於不大於2至200個訊號輸入期間,決定是否施加鍵擊訊號。也就是說,如果在不大於2至200個訊號輸入期間沒有施加鍵擊訊號,則結束選單生成模式。也就是說,操作模式從選單生成模式轉變為移動模式。Then, one of the plurality of pop-up menus can be started according to the sensing signal (S1150). More specifically, if the user moves the actuating member 1130 to the left, right, up, or down, a sensing signal is generated in response to the user's operation. Next, the indicator control module 2100 generates a motion control signal in response to the sensing signal, and moves the activation area to the left, right, up, or down according to the motion control signal, thereby starting the ideal menu. Thereby, it is determined whether or not a keystroke signal is applied (S1160). If a keystroke signal is applied, an operation corresponding to the activated menu is executed, and the menu generation mode is ended (S1170). On the other hand, if a keystroke signal is not applied, the menu generation mode is ended without performing an operation corresponding to the activated menu. At this time, it is determined whether to apply a keystroke signal for a period of no more than 2 to 200 signal input. That is to say, if no keystroke signal is applied during no more than 2 to 200 signal input, the menu generation mode is ended. That is, the operation mode is changed from the menu generation mode to the mobile mode.
選單的實施例包括地圖選單,諸如編輯器停止、模式改變、放大、縮小、搜尋、起始地和目的地的指定、距離計算以及指標固定;影像編輯選單;以及導航選單。Examples of menus include map menus such as editor stop, mode change, zoom in, zoom out, search, start and destination assignments, distance calculations, and indicator fixation; image editing menus; and navigation menus.
如上所述,根據本實施例,根據鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號,能以不同的方式來選擇操作模式,以及根據已選擇的操作模式中的感測訊號可以執行理想的影像控制操作。在這種方式下,藉由採用圓頂開關、磁鐵以及被配置為根據磁鐵的磁場變化而輸出訊號的感測器,可以執行有關於影像(例如,照片(photograph)、地圖(map)以及圖像(picture))的各種控制操作。因此,可以減小輸入單元的尺寸以及需要的圓頂開關的數目。As described above, according to the present embodiment, the operation mode can be selected in different manners according to the keystroke signal or the double-click signal, and the ideal image control operation can be performed according to the sensing signal in the selected operation mode. In this manner, by using a dome switch, a magnet, and a sensor configured to output a signal according to a change in the magnetic field of the magnet, it is possible to perform an image (for example, a photograph, a map, and a map). Various control operations like picture. Therefore, the size of the input unit and the number of dome switches required can be reduced.
此外,根據本實施例,藉由採用鍵擊訊號、雙鍵擊訊號、以及x軸和y軸感測訊號(移動訊號),可以生成各種移動控制訊號。In addition, according to the embodiment, various motion control signals can be generated by using a keystroke signal, a double-click signal, and x-axis and y-axis sensing signals (mobile signals).
例如,根據鍵擊訊號可以生成一移動控制訊號;根據±x軸以及±y軸感測訊號可以生成4個移動控制訊號;以及根據雙鍵擊訊號可以生成移動控制訊號。此外,根據指標控制單元1100的致動構件1130的順時針以及反時針旋轉,可以生成兩個移動控制訊號。然而,本發明並非限定於此。例如,根據鍵擊訊號、雙鍵擊訊號、±x軸感測訊號和±y軸感測訊號以及旋轉訊號的各種結合,可以生成更多的移動控制訊號。For example, a motion control signal can be generated according to the keystroke signal; four motion control signals can be generated according to the ±x axis and the ±y axis sensing signal; and the motion control signal can be generated according to the double keystroke signal. Further, two movement control signals can be generated according to the clockwise and counterclockwise rotation of the actuation member 1130 of the index control unit 1100. However, the invention is not limited thereto. For example, more motion control signals can be generated based on various combinations of keystroke signals, double-click signals, ±x-axis sensing signals, and ±y-axis sensing signals, as well as rotating signals.
如上所述,根據回應於鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號而生成的移動控制訊號,可以選擇操作模式,接著根據下一移動控制訊號,在已選擇的操作模式中,可以執行理想的操作。As described above, according to the motion control signal generated in response to the keystroke signal or the double-click signal, the operation mode can be selected, and then according to the next motion control signal, the desired operation can be performed in the selected operation mode.
雖然本發明已以實施例揭露如上,然其並非用以限定本發明,任何所屬技術領域中具有通常知識者,在不脫離本發明之精神和範圍內,當可作些許之更動與潤飾,故本發明之保護範圍當視後附之申請專利範圍所界定者為準。Although the present invention has been disclosed in the above embodiments, it is not intended to limit the invention, and any one of ordinary skill in the art can make some modifications and refinements without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. The scope of the invention is defined by the scope of the appended claims.
1000...輸入單元1000. . . Input unit
2000...主體單元2000. . . Main unit
3000...顯示單元3000. . . Display unit
1100...指標控制單元1100. . . Indicator control unit
1200...按鍵/按鈕控制單元1200. . . Button/button control unit
2100...指標控制模組2100. . . Indicator control module
2200...記憶體2200. . . Memory
2300...驅動控制單元2300. . . Drive control unit
2400...聲頻/視頻控制模組2400. . . Audio/video control module
2500...有線/無線通訊控制模組2500. . . Wired/wireless communication control module
4000...外殼4000. . . shell
1110...基板1110. . . Substrate
1120...磁鐵部分1120. . . Magnet part
1130...致動構件1130. . . Actuating member
1140...中間構件1140. . . Intermediate component
1150...覆蓋部分1150. . . Coverage
1160...感測器部分1160. . . Sensor section
1111...圓頂開關1111. . . Dome switch
1112...潤滑墊1112. . . Lubricating pad
1141...中心部分1141. . . Central part
1142...圖案部分1142. . . Pattern part
1143...固定部分1143. . . Fixed part
1144...固定突出部分1144. . . Fixed protrusion
1145...鍵擊突出部分1145. . . Keystroke
1146...偏轉防止突出部分1146. . . Deflection prevention protrusion
S10...根據使用者的操作,決定是否施加了移動訊號和/或鍵擊訊號S10. . . Determine whether a mobile signal and/or keystroke signal is applied according to the user's operation.
S11...藉由結合移動訊號以及鍵擊訊號,以生成輸入控制訊號S11. . . Generate input control signals by combining mobile signals and keystroke signals
S12...藉由採用輸入控制訊號,以控制程式S12. . . Control the program by using input control signals
S100...決定是否輸出鍵擊訊號S100. . . Decide whether to output a keystroke signal
S110...執行再生或者停止S110. . . Perform regeneration or stop
S120...決定是否移動致動構件S120. . . Decide whether to move the actuating member
S130...決定移動或者旋轉了致動構件S130. . . Decided to move or rotate the actuating member
S140...根據致動構件的旋轉方向以調整程式的容量S140. . . Adjust the capacity of the program according to the direction of rotation of the actuating member
S150...決定移動的方向S150. . . Decide on the direction of movement
S160...決定是否輸入鍵擊訊號S160. . . Decide whether to enter the keystroke signal
S170...根據移動訊號的方向資訊,選擇音樂S170. . . Select music based on the direction information of the mobile signal
S180...根據移動訊號的方向資訊來執行快速前進或者倒帶功能S180. . . Perform fast forward or rewind functions based on the direction information of the mobile signal
S1100...決定操作模式S1100. . . Decide on the mode of operation
S1110...根據感測訊號,移動地圖(即,影像)S1110. . . Move the map (ie, image) according to the sensing signal
S1120...根據感測訊號,放大/縮小地圖(即,影像)S1120. . . Zoom in/out based on the sensing signal (ie, image)
S1130...決定是否施加了鍵擊訊號或者雙鍵擊訊號S1130. . . Decide whether to apply a keystroke signal or a double-click signal
S1140...顯示選單S1140. . . Display menu
S1150...根據感測訊號以啟動選單S1150. . . Start the menu based on the sensing signal
S1160...決定是否施加鍵擊訊號S1160. . . Decide whether to apply a keystroke signal
S1170...執行對應的操作S1170. . . Perform the corresponding operation
圖1是根據本發明示例實施例的電子裝置的方塊圖。1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
圖2是根據本發明示例實施例的電子裝置的前視圖(front view)。2 is a front view of an electronic device in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
圖3是根據本發明示例實施例的指標控制單元的剖視圖(sectional view)。FIG. 3 is a sectional view of an indicator control unit according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
圖4是圖3中的箭頭A-A方向的示意平面圖。Fig. 4 is a schematic plan view of the arrow A-A direction in Fig. 3.
圖5是根據本發明示例實施例的圓頂開關的鍵擊以及中間構件的移動的示意圖。FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram of a keystroke of a dome switch and movement of an intermediate member, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
圖6是根據本發明示例實施例的控制程式的方法的流程圖。6 is a flow chart of a method of controlling a program in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
圖7是根據本發明示例實施例的控制音樂播放程式的方法的流程圖。FIG. 7 is a flowchart of a method of controlling a music player according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
圖8是根據本發明另一示例實施例的電子裝置的前視圖。FIG. 8 is a front view of an electronic device in accordance with another exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
圖9是根據本發明示例實施例的影像控制程式的操作的流程圖。9 is a flow chart of the operation of an image control program in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
1000...輸入單元1000. . . Input unit
2000...主體單元2000. . . Main unit
3000...顯示單元3000. . . Display unit
1100...指標控制單元1100. . . Indicator control unit
1200...按鍵/按鈕控制單元1200. . . Button/button control unit
2100...指標控制模組2100. . . Indicator control module
2200...記憶體2200. . . Memory
2300...驅動控制單元2300. . . Drive control unit
2400...聲頻/視頻控制模組2400. . . Audio/video control module
2500...有線/無線通訊控制模組2500. . . Wired/wireless communication control module
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