JP7274774B2 - Imaging device and imaging system - Google Patents

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates to an electronic device and the like, and more particularly to an electronic device and the like that displays information about a vehicle.

2. Description of the Related Art An electronic device that is installed in a vehicle or the like and displays information about the vehicle is known. For example, a radar detector causes a display means such as a liquid crystal display to display target information for notifying that a vehicle has approached a target such as a pre-registered target based on a signal or the like from the outside. In addition, for the purpose of further improving the user's convenience, etc., the display means of the radar detector will display a map image including the current position, positioning information, fuel consumption information, meter image showing engine information, etc. Other information that can be considered to be displayed is also performed.

Furthermore, in recent years, various information that is considered useful for driving in specific areas, places, roads, facilities, etc., such as speed limits, traffic conditions, public enforcement, etc., has been provided mainly by public institutions such as local governments and police (eg, “Public Enforcement Information”) are being provided from the Internet and other media. For this reason, electronic devices have been developed that display information such as target information, map images, meter images, etc. that have been conventionally displayed, as well as public enforcement information and the like on display means (Patent Documents 1 and 2).

JP 2014-130295 A JP 2007-309906 A

However, as the amount of information displayed on the display means increases, the visibility of each piece of information decreases. It becomes difficult to clearly display whether the information is information (target information, public control information, etc.). In particular, electronic devices installed in vehicles are required to deal with the above problem under the constraint that users can easily recognize information in a short time.

The present application discloses an invention that addresses all or part of the above problems or other problems.

The present application discloses, for example, the inventions described in the following configuration examples.
<Configuration example 1>
An electronic device having a notification area display function, which is a function of displaying on a display screen a first notification area and a second notification area capable of displaying one of the first notification information and the second notification information, respectively, regarding the current position of the vehicle. and
The notification area display function is
In a state where only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists, the presence of the second notification area in the first notification area displayed on the display screen without displaying the second notification area on the display screen to display the first or the second notification information,
When transitioning from a state in which only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists to a state in which both of them exist, the second notification area appears on the display screen, and the first notification area and the second notification information appear on the display screen. An electronic device, wherein the first notification information and the second notification information are displayed in each of the second notification areas.
<Configuration example 2>
The notification area display function is
When transitioning between a state in which only one of the first broadcast information and the second broadcast information exists and a state in which both of them exist,
An electronic device characterized by moving and displaying the second notification area over a certain period of time, and then stopping and displaying the second notification area.
<Configuration example 3>
The notification area display function is
When transitioning between a state in which only one of the first broadcast information and the second broadcast information exists and a state in which both of them exist,
moving and displaying the second notification area between a position overlapping with the first notification area and a position less overlapping with the first notification area than the position, and
An electronic device characterized by displaying only one of the first notification information and the second notification information and not displaying the other in an overlapping portion of the first notification area and the second notification area.
<Configuration example 4>
The notification area display function is
When transitioning between a state in which only one of the first broadcast information and the second broadcast information exists and a state in which both of them exist,
moving and displaying the second notification area between a position overlapping with the first notification area and a position less overlapping with the first notification area than the position, and
During the movement display, partially displaying the first notification information or the second notification information in a portion of the second notification area that does not overlap the first notification area,
An electronic device characterized by increasing or decreasing a ratio of a display portion of the first notification information or the second notification information according to an increase or decrease in a portion of the second notification area that does not overlap with the first notification area.
<Configuration example 5>
The notification area display function is
When both the first notification area and the second notification area are displayed on the display screen, the first notification area and the second notification area are displayed as a single continuous area without boundaries. An electronic device characterized by:
<Configuration example 6>
The notification area display function is
When transitioning from a state in which only the first notification information of the first notification information and the second notification information exists to a state in which both of them exist,
An electronic device characterized in that the second notification area displaying the second notification information appears on the display screen while the first notification area displaying the first notification information is displayed on the display screen. .
<Configuration example 7>
The notification area display function is
When transitioning from a state in which only the second notification information of the first notification information and the second notification information exists to a state in which both of them exist,
After changing the display of the first notification area from the second notification information to the first notification information, the second notification area displaying the second notification information appears on the display screen. device.
<Configuration example 8>
The notification area display function is
In a state where both the first notification information and the second notification information exist, displaying the first notification information in the first notification area and displaying the second notification information in the second notification area,
When transitioning from a state in which both the first notification information and the second notification information exist to a state in which only the first notification information exists,
The second notification information in the second notification area is erased, and the second notification area is moved from a position less overlapping with the first notification area to a position more overlapping with the first notification area. An electronic device, characterized in that it takes time to move and display, and in the process of moving and displaying, the first notification information is continuously displayed in the first notification area.
<Configuration example 9>
The notification area display function is
In a state where both the first notification information and the second notification information exist, displaying the first notification information in the first notification area and displaying the second notification information in the second notification area, When transitioning from a state in which both the first notification information and the second notification information exist to a state in which only the second notification information exists,
The first notification information in the first notification area is erased, and the second notification area is shifted from a position less overlapping with the first notification area to a position more overlapping with the first notification area. An electronic device characterized by moving and displaying over time, and continuously displaying the second notification information in the second notification area in the process of the moving display.
<Configuration example 10>
The first notification area has a constant notification area that displays constant notification information different from the first notification information and the second notification information,
The notification area display function is
In the process of moving and displaying the second notification area when transitioning from a state in which both the first notification information and the second notification information exist to a state in which only the second notification information exists,
continuously displaying the constant notification information in the constant notification area;
In the overlapping part of the second notification information and the constant notification area, the second notification information is not displayed,
An electronic device, wherein the second notification information is displayed in the second notification area that does not overlap the constant notification area.
<Configuration example 11>
The notification area display function is
An electronic device characterized in that the first notification information and/or the second notification information are horizontally scroll-displayed in the first notification area and/or the second notification area.
<Configuration example 12>
The electronic device further has a vehicle information display function for displaying vehicle information about the vehicle in the first notification area and/or the second notification area,
The notification area display function overlaps the translucent background and the first notification information and/or the second notification information on the background with the vehicle information in the first notification area and/or the second notification area. An electronic device characterized by displaying together.
<Configuration example 13>
The electronic device further has a map display function for displaying a map image with the current position as a base point on the display screen,
The base point is located in an area outside the first notification area and/or the second notification area on the display screen,
The positional relationship between the boundary between the first and/or the second notification area and the external area and the reference point is such that only one of the first and second notification information exists, and An electronic device characterized in that both are constant in the existing state.
<Configuration example 14>
The map display function is
An electronic device that displays a portion of the current position on the front side of the vehicle in the map image above the base point on the display screen.
<Configuration example 15>
The notification area display function is
The electronic device further has a meter image display function for displaying a meter image indicating operation information of the vehicle in an area outside the first notification area and/or the second notification area on the display screen,
An electronic device, wherein the display position of the meter image is constant in a state in which only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists and a state in which both of them exist.
<Configuration example 16>
A program for causing a computer to implement the function of the electronic device according to any one of configuration examples 1 to 15.

According to the invention of configuration example 1, it is possible to display both the first notification information and the second notification information, and when only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists, the second notification area is not displayed and one of them is displayed in the first notification area, the area on the display screen required for displaying the first notification information and the second notification information can be saved. In particular, in the case of an electronic device that displays other information (e.g., maps, vehicle operation information, etc.) along with the first notification information and/or the second notification information on the display screen, the visibility of the other information is reduced. can be minimized.

According to the invention of configuration example 1, for example, the user can confirm both the first notification information and the second notification information, and if only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists, Since one of them is displayed in the first notification area without being conscious of the second notification area, it is possible to reduce the movement range of the line of sight required to confirm the first and second notification information. In particular, in the case of an electronic device that displays other information (for example, a map, vehicle operation information, etc.) together with the first notification information and/or the second notification information on the display screen, the first notification information and/or the second notification information The notification information can be confirmed, and the other information can be confirmed more easily than before.

Further, according to the invention of configuration example 1, a transition from a state in which only one of the first broadcast information and the second broadcast information exists to a state in which both of them exist (hereinafter, such transition is referred to as "first transition ), the second notification area appears on the display screen, so that the user can easily notice that the first transition has occurred. Appearance of the second notification area may be performed, for example, by changing a state in which the second notification area is not displayed on the display screen to a state in which the second notification area is displayed.

It is preferable that the electronic device can be installed in the vehicle. In this way, the user can confirm the first notification information and the second notification information regarding the current position of the vehicle inside the vehicle. As for the timing of installation, for example, it may be installed in the vehicle at the time of manufacture of the vehicle, but it is preferable to adopt a configuration in which installation is possible after the vehicle is purchased. As for the installation, for example, it may be incorporated into the vehicle, but it is preferable to adopt a configuration in which it is retrofitted to the vehicle. As for the place of installation, the inside of a vehicle is preferable, and in particular, it is preferable that it can be installed inside the vehicle. "Installable" may be, for example, a portable electronic device that can be attached to and detached from the vehicle, particularly one that can be carried by the driver, but may be fixed to the vehicle. In particular, it is preferable that it can be installed around the driver's seat. For example, it may be possible to install it on a vehicle dashboard or the like. Vehicles may be of any type, such as two-wheeled vehicles and four-wheeled vehicles.

The first notification area and the second notification area may each be a specific area within the display screen, for example. In this way, when the user wants to see the first report information and the second report information, the user only needs to look at the specific area, so it becomes easier to check the first report information and the second report information. Below, the area which combined the 1st information area and the 2nd information area may be called "announcement area."

The specific area may be, for example, an area in which at least one of the position, shape, and size of the area is fixed, and in particular, an area in which the position is fixed.

In particular, it is preferable that the first notification area be an area whose position, shape and size are fixed, and the second notification area be an area where at least one of the position, shape and size is changed. When a specific area is configured to change, the position, shape, and size of the area at the end of the change should be fixed.

It is preferable that the first notification information and the second notification information are two different types of information. In this way different types of information can be provided to the user. In the specification and the like, "first notification information and/or second notification information" may be referred to as "notification information". Notification information includes places, areas, facilities, roads, etc. that are considered useful to be notified when a user drives a vehicle (hereinafter, such places, areas, facilities, roads, etc. may be referred to as "notification targets"). There is.).

The two types of different types of information may be information of different types (for example, types with different tendencies) that need to be displayed for information notification, and in particular, information that requires display for notification. It is preferable that the type of information with a relatively long time be set as the first report information, and the type of information with a relatively short time be set as the second report information. In addition, the two different types of information may be different types of information in which the area required to be displayed for notification of information is of a different type. It is preferable that information of a relatively long type is set as the first notification information, and information of a relatively short type is set as the second notification information. For example, information such as public enforcement information that needs to be notified by municipality unit or route unit requires a relatively large area to be displayed for information notification, whereas information such as radar wave reception warnings A relatively small area may be sufficient for the information to notify the information indicating the type and the like.

The notification information may include, for example, a name of the notification target, a description of the notification target, an image such as an icon indicating the notification target, a position and/or a position range associated with the notification target, and the like. Hereinafter, the “position associated with the notification target” may be referred to as “related position”, and the “position range associated with the notification target” may be referred to as “related position range”. The related position may be the latitude/longitude indicating the position where the notification target exists, and the related position range is the latitude/longitude range indicating the position range where the notification target exists (for example, a certain radius from a specific latitude/longitude). the range within the circle).

A state in which notification information exists includes, for example, a state in which the current position of the vehicle and a related position or a range of related positions have a specific positional relationship (for example, a state in which the distance from the current position of the vehicle to the related position is within a certain value). state in which the current position of the vehicle exists within the relevant position range). In this way, the first notification information and the second notification information regarding the notification target having a certain positional relationship with respect to the current position can be displayed on the display screen and notified to the user.

The state in which notification information exists may be, for example, the state at the time when the information was generated, but it is preferable to be the state in which notification of the generated information is particularly required. Even in a state where notification is required, for example, in a state in which notification cannot be performed due to certain circumstances such as convenience of processing, for example, it may be configured as a state in which there is no notification information.

As a configuration for causing the notification area to appear on the display screen at the time of transition, for example, the notification area may appear at the same time as the transition is made. do it. The predetermined time is desirably as short as possible, and may be a fixed time.

The electronic device may provide the user with the notification information stored in the storage means provided in the electronic device. It would be even better if the information could be updated. When the notification information can be updated, the notification information may not be stored in the storage means at the time of provision to the user of the electronic device.

In the invention of configuration example 2, by moving and displaying the second notification area, the user can switch between a state in which only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists and a state in which both of them exist. (Such a transition may be hereinafter referred to as a “0th transition”). In the invention of configuration example 2, it is preferable that the movement display of the second notification area is performed at the time of the first transition, and the notification area is expanded at the time of the movement display. For example, during the first transition, the second notification area is moved from a position overlapping the first notification area to a position that does not overlap the first notification area (or a position that overlaps less), and the movement display is performed. Meanwhile, it is preferable to keep the shape and size of the first and second notification areas constant. This makes it easier to recognize that the second notification area has appeared and/or that the first transition has occurred. "Less overlap" may include no overlap or zero overlap. "There is a lot of overlap between the first notification area and the second notification area" may include the case where the two completely overlap.

In the invention of configuration example 3, in the moving display when there is the 0th transition, the user can display either the first notification information or the second notification information in an easy-to-see state, and/or the overlapping portion It is possible to avoid deterioration in the visibility of information that may occur when both the first notification information and the second notification information are displayed in . For example, as the first notification information, information with a higher priority than the second notification information (for example, information that is considered more useful to the user or that the need for notification to the user is higher) is used, and in the overlapping part, the first It is preferable to display only the first notification information and not to display the second notification information. In this way, the user can check information with high priority in an easy-to-see state during the moving display process.

In the invention of configuration example 4, the first notification information or the second notification information can be partially displayed in the second notification area in the process of movement display when there is a 0th transition. Furthermore, in order to increase or decrease the ratio of the display portion of the first notification information or the second notification information according to the increase or decrease of the portion of the second notification area that does not overlap with the first notification area, the user can confirm that the 0th transition has occurred. becomes easier to recognize.

In the invention of configuration example 5, it is possible to prevent the display screen from appearing complicated when the first notification area and the second notification area are displayed at separate locations or when the boundary between the two is displayed. As a method of displaying as a continuous single area, for example, the first notification area and the second notification area are not separated, or the first notification area is displayed so that they contact each other or partially overlap and the shape and size of the second notification area and the positional relationship between them. For example, the first notification area and the second notification area are congruent squares, and the positional relationship in which the opposing sides of the two are matched (or the positional relationship in which the positions in the horizontal direction of the two are matched and the two are partially overlapped) to display both. As a method of displaying areas without borders, it is preferable to display the first notification area and the second notification area with a background of the same color.

In the invention of the configuration example 6, the user can select the first notification information at any time during the transition from the state in which only the first notification information out of the first notification information and the second notification information exists to the state in which both of them exist. It is possible to shift to a state in which both the first notification information and the second notification information are displayed while maintaining the state in which they can be confirmed. When information with a higher priority than the second notification information is used as the first notification information, the user can always secure the information with the higher priority during the transition.

In the invention of configuration example 7, when the state in which only the second notification information of the first notification information and the second notification information exists changes to the state in which both of them exist, the user immediately receives the first notification information. This allows the user to confirm the first notification information, and shifts to a state in which both the first notification information and the second notification information are displayed. When information with a higher priority than the second notification information is used as the first notification information, the information with the higher priority can be displayed immediately after the transition.

In the invention of configuration example 8, a transition from a state in which both the first broadcast information and the second broadcast information exist to a state in which only the first broadcast information exists (such a transition is hereinafter referred to as a "second transition ), the second notification information can be deleted immediately, and the user does not need to see unnecessary information. Moreover, the moving display of the second notification area makes it easier for the user to recognize that the second transition has occurred. Since the first notification information is continuously displayed in the first notification area, the first notification information is maintained in an easy-to-see state for the user through the process of moving display. In the invention of configuration example 8, it is preferable to use information having a higher priority than the second notification information as the first notification information. By doing so, it is possible to keep the information with high priority in a state that is easy for the user to see during the moving display process.

In the invention of configuration example 9, a transition from a state in which both the first broadcast information and the second broadcast information exist to a state in which only the second broadcast information exists (hereinafter, such a transition is referred to as a "third transition ), the first notification information can be deleted immediately, and the user does not need to see unnecessary information. In addition, the moving display of the second notification area makes it easier for the user to recognize that the third transition has occurred. Since the second notification information is continuously displayed in the second notification area during the moving display process, the user can easily follow the second notification information.

In the invention of configuration example 10, the constant notification information is displayed in the first notification area at the time of the third transition, and the second notification information and the constant notification information are displayed in an overlapping manner in the process of moving and displaying the second notification area. It is possible to prevent the visibility of information from being lowered due to the Since the second notification information is displayed in the second notification area that does not overlap the constant notification area, the user can confirm the second notification information during the moving display process.

In the invention of configuration example 11, even if the notification information has a length in the horizontal direction or an amount of information that cannot fit in the first notification area and/or the second notification area, it is possible to display the entire display by scrolling. . In the invention of configuration example 11, it is preferable to scroll-display only one of the first notification information and the second notification information. In this way, the user can select either the first notification information or the second notification information depending on the presence or absence of scrolling. It is possible to identify whether

In the invention of configuration example 12, it is possible to display the notification information and the vehicle information in duplicate in the first notification area and/or the second notification area. Also, since the notification information is displayed on a translucent background, the readability of the notification information can be improved.

As the vehicle information, for example, it is preferable to display a map image near the current position of the vehicle, a meter image showing vehicle speed, acceleration, engine information, and the like. The vehicle information may be displayed across the notification area and an external area other than the notification area. In this way, it is possible to expand the display of the vehicle information to the notification area while securing the display of the vehicle information in the external area, and the user can view the vehicle information displayed in a wider area of the display screen. can see.

In the invention of configuration example 13, the user can see an easy-to-understand map image in which the vicinity of the current position is displayed in an area outside the notification area. (The boundary between the notification area and the area outside the notification area may hereinafter be referred to as a “first boundary”.) In addition, a state in which only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists; Since the positional relationship between the first boundary and the base point is constant in the state where both exist, the visibility of the map image is maintained before and after the 0th transition, and/or the user can determine the current position on the map image. can be easily grasped.

The invention of configuration example 13 is particularly useful when the configuration described in configuration examples 2, 8 and/or 9 is provided, and maintains the visibility of the map image throughout the process of moving display, and/or can make it easier to grasp the current position in the map image.

In the invention of configuration example 13, it is preferable to display a mark such as an icon indicating the own vehicle at the base point on the map image. This makes it easier for the user to recognize the position of the vehicle on the map image.

In the invention of configuration example 14, it is possible to display a map image in which the front side of the vehicle is displayed on the upper side of the display screen, and to perform map display that is easy for the user to understand. By arranging the notification area near the bottom edge of the display screen, arranging the outside area above it, and arranging the base point near the boundary between them, the map image of the front side of the vehicle is displayed on a wider area of the display screen. can be made

In the invention of configuration example 15, the display position of the meter image remains constant even when the state transitions between the state in which only one of the user first notification information and the second user notification information exists and the state in which both of them exist. As a result, the visibility of the meter image is improved.

The notification area is preferably an area in which a character string is displayed in a belt shape.
In addition, it is preferable to configure as follows.

(A) an electronic device having a function of displaying a strip-shaped character string indicating notification content that changes as the vehicle travels, a first state in which a first strip-shaped character string is displayed; and a second state in which a second strip-shaped character string different from the first strip-shaped character string is displayed together with the first strip-shaped character string. device.

According to such a configuration, the user can easily grasp whether the user is in the first state or the second state by the number of displayed strip-shaped character strings. In particular, if one band-shaped character string includes notification contents of both the first state and the second state, it is possible to solve the problem that it is difficult to understand which state it is. In particular, for example, when the user is a driver, it is necessary to concentrate on driving the vehicle, and this problem has been conspicuous. can be done.

As a configuration for displaying a character string in a belt shape, it is preferable to adopt a configuration in which the characters constituting the character string are arranged and displayed in a predetermined arrangement direction. At this time, it is preferable that the predetermined arrangement direction is the length direction of the band. As the predetermined arrangement direction, if it is a direction that can be read in the language to be displayed, it may be a curved direction in which the arrangement direction is displaced. The linear direction may be any direction, such as an oblique direction, but especially if the character string is Japanese, it may be either from left to right or from top to bottom. It should be in the right direction.

The first strip-shaped character string is preferably displayed so as to form a strip near the edge of the display screen, and particularly the first strip-shaped character string is displayed so as to form a strip near the edge of the display screen. do it. For example, it is preferable to display so as to form a band along at least a part of the outer periphery of the display screen. good. For example, if the display screen is a rectangle, it is preferable to display so as to form a band along part of its four sides. should be displayed in

The second strip-shaped character string is preferably displayed so as to form a strip at a position adjacent to the strip of the first strip-shaped character string. It is preferable to display it at a position adjacent to the inner side of the display screen than the band of the character string. In particular, the second strip-shaped character string is preferably displayed along the strip of the first strip-shaped character string.

It is preferable that the background portion of the character string displayed in a band form is displayed so that the presence of the band within the display screen can be recognized. For example, it is preferable to display a belt-shaped background portion in the horizontal direction with the height of the tallest character in the displayed belt-shaped character string as the width in the vertical direction. Also, for example, the background of the character string may be displayed as a band having a color different from that of other areas. For example, the background of the character string may be opaque, but it is preferable to make it semi-transparent. For example, the character string may be white and the background may be translucent black.

Also, the band having a color different from that of the other areas may be displayed when the character string is not displayed, but may be displayed when at least part of the character string is displayed.

The first strip-shaped character string may be configured to take a state in which the first strip-shaped character string is displayed and a state in which the first strip-shaped character string is not displayed.

When displaying the first band-shaped character string, a band of another notification content character string that is always displayed on the display screen, such as a clock (especially, notification content that changes independently of the running of the vehicle) , and/or the background of both character strings may be displayed so as to be visually recognized as a continuous band with the band of character strings indicating the notification content to be displayed at all times.

When the second strip-shaped character string is displayed so as to form a strip at a position adjacent to the strip of the first strip-shaped character string, the background of the second strip-shaped character string and the first strip-shaped string are displayed. It should be displayed so that it can be visually recognized as a continuous area with the background of the character string. For example, the backgrounds of both may be translucent black and may be displayed so as to be visually recognized as one continuous area without a boundary.
In particular, when the display is changed from the first state to the second state, it is preferable to change the size continuously or step by step so that the one area can be visually recognized as expanding.

(B) On the display screen, display notification content that changes with the running of the vehicle (hereinafter referred to as other notification content) that is different from the notification content that changes with the running of the vehicle displayed as the strip-shaped character string. It is preferable that the display range of the one strip-shaped character string is narrower than the display range of the other notification contents, and in particular, the display range in which the strip-shaped character string is displayed in the first state The area is narrower than the display range of the other notification content, and the total area of the display range in which the character string is displayed in a band shape in the second display state is larger than the display range of the other notification content. A narrow range is preferable.
In this way, the user can satisfactorily comprehend other notification contents in both the first state and the second state.

The other notification contents may include, for example, a map around the current position of the vehicle. In particular, the map is displayed in a heading-up state, the first strip-shaped character string is displayed near the bottom of the screen in the first state, and the first strip-shaped character string is displayed at a position adjacent to the upper side outside the display range of the first strip-shaped character string. a function of displaying an own vehicle position icon; It is preferable to provide a function of moving the position of the vehicle position icon to an upper adjacent position outside the display range of the second strip-shaped character string and displaying the vehicle position icon. Similarly, instead of the vehicle position icon or together with the vehicle position icon, a function for moving the position of the alarm window may be provided. Also, it is preferable to have a function of moving the position of the other information in the same way. In this way, the state ahead in the direction of travel can be well understood, and the relationship between the position of the vehicle and the arrangement of roads ahead in the direction of travel can be easily grasped.

(C) What kind of character string is to be displayed as one band-shaped character string may be set in advance based on the type of notification content. The type of notification content set as the first type of notification content displayed as one band-shaped character string, and the notification set as the second type of notification content displayed as a separate band-shaped character string and the type of content.
In this way, it is possible to easily grasp at a glance how many types of notification contents are set in advance from the number of displayed strip-shaped character strings.

For example, the public crackdown information is set in advance as a first type of notification content that is displayed as one belt-shaped character string, and the second type of notification content that is displayed as one belt-shaped character string, for example, the approach warning information to the speed measuring device. It is preferable to have a configuration that is set in advance as notification contents. In this way, the user can grasp at a glance whether there is either public crackdown information or approach warning information, or both, from the number of displayed strip-shaped character strings. This preset setting may be fixed in advance by, for example, hard coding in the program.

As for the types of notification content, for example, one type of notification content may include one notification content that changes as the vehicle travels. A plurality of changing notification contents may be provided. For example, as a configuration having a plurality of notification contents, it is preferable to provide one notification content type including, for example, the type of an object that the vehicle is approaching and the distance between the object and the vehicle.

With regard to the preset "what kind of character strings are to be displayed as one band-shaped character string", character strings that require scroll display and character strings that do not require scroll display are separated into one band-shaped character string. should be set as a string of A character string that needs to be scrolled is scrolled within the display range of the first band, and a character string that does not need to be scrolled is fixed within the display range of the second band. should be displayed. In this way, in the second state, the character string in the first band and the character string in the second band can be easily distinguished and visually recognized to easily obtain the necessary notification content.

With regard to the preset "what kind of character string is to be displayed as one band-shaped character string", a character string whose display mode (for example, color, etc.) is changed every predetermined time; A character string whose display mode is not changed every predetermined time period may be set as another band-shaped character string. A character string whose display mode is changed every predetermined time changes its display mode every predetermined time within the display range of the first band for displaying the character string, and the display mode of the character string is changed every predetermined time. It is preferable that the character strings that are not to be displayed are fixed and displayed within the display range of the second band that displays them. In this way, in the second state, the character string within the display range of the first band and the character string within the display range of the second band can be easily discriminated and visually recognized to facilitate the notification content required. can be obtained to Note that the character string within the display range of the first strip is displayed as the first strip-shaped character string, and the character string within the display range of the second strip is displayed as the second strip-shaped character string. Alternatively, the character string within the display range of the first strip is displayed as the second strip-shaped character string, and the character string within the display range of the second strip is displayed as the first strip-shaped character string. You may make it display as a column.

(E) While displaying the notification content of the first type displayed as one strip-shaped character string in the first state, when making the transition from the first state to the second state, once the other After changing the display of the first strip-shaped character string to the second type of notification content displayed as one strip-shaped character string, it is preferable to transition to the second state.
This makes it easier for the user to notice that the notification content of the first type has changed to the notification content of the second type. Then, when the transition to the second state is completed, both the first type of notification content and the second type of notification content can be confirmed.
Moreover, it is preferable to provide a function to make a transition from the second state to the first state.

After temporarily changing the display of the first strip-shaped character string to the second type of notification content displayed as another strip-shaped character string, from the display area of the first strip-shaped character string It is preferable that a display area of the second strip-shaped character string of the notification content of the first type appears as the another second strip-shaped character string.

The components described in (A) to (E) described above and the elements described in the configuration examples may be arbitrarily combined to form the invention within a range in which there is no contradiction. Also, in addition to characters, the band may have a graphic such as an icon.

FIG. 1 shows an example of the overall configuration of a network system 1 according to an embodiment of the invention. FIG. 2 shows a radar detector 10 which is a preferred embodiment of the electronic equipment of the present invention. FIG. 3 shows a radar detector 10 which is a preferred embodiment of the electronic device of the present invention. FIG. 4 shows another aspect of the case body 12 . FIG. 5 shows an example of the hardware configuration of the smart phone 50. As shown in FIG. FIG. 6 shows an example of the hardware configuration of the memory card 60. As shown in FIG. FIG. 7 shows an example of a hardware configuration that a computer generally has. FIG. 8 shows the functional configuration of the service server 80 according to the embodiment of the invention. FIG. 9 shows an example of target information stored in the target information storage unit 83. As shown in FIG. FIG. 10 shows an example of public enforcement information stored in the public enforcement information storage unit 86 . FIG. 11 shows the functional configuration of schedule server 90 according to the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 12 shows exemplary multiple pieces of schedule information stored in storage area 95 . FIG. 13 shows an example of a login screen 500 that the authentication server 92 causes the browser of the user terminal 100 or the like to display via the Internet 2 . FIG. 14(a) shows a calendar screen 501 displayed on the browser of the user terminal 100 or the like based on information transmitted from the schedule server 90 after login. FIG. 14(b) shows an example of the predetermined input format of the destination address (URL) specified when the schedule information is transmitted and the schedule information to be transmitted. FIG. 15 shows the setting screen 503. As shown in FIG. FIG. 16 shows the calendar column 501e whose display has been updated. FIG. 17 shows menu window 210 . FIG. 18 shows the setting screen 211, which is a menu window. FIG. 19 shows the map alert screen 111. FIG. FIG. 20 shows menu window 212 . FIG. 21 shows map warning screens 111-113. FIG. 22 shows map warning screens 111-113. FIG. 23 shows an exemplary standby screen. FIG. 24 shows an exemplary standby screen. FIG. 25 shows an exemplary display element 132. As shown in FIG. FIG. 26 shows a menu window 210 displayed on various vehicle information screens. FIG. 27 shows a menu window 210 displayed on various vehicle information screens. FIG. 28 shows a display example of the notification area R2. FIG. 29 shows the menu window. FIG. 30 shows a display mode of the notification area R2. FIG. 31 shows a display mode of the notification area R2. FIG. 32 shows a display mode of the notification area R2. FIG. 33 shows a display mode of the notification area R2. FIG. 34 shows a display example of the radar wave warning function FIG. 35(a) shows an example of travel information. FIG. 35(b) shows a portion of the file structure of the database 29 related to log files. FIGS. 36(a) and (b). An example of a setting screen 507 and a WLAN screen 508 are shown. FIG. 37(a) shows an example of the calendar screen 509. FIG. FIG. 38(b) shows an example of confirmation screens 510a and 510b. FIG. 38 shows an example of input screens 512a to 512c. FIG. 39(a) shows an example of the monthly record data screen 513. FIG. FIG. 39(b) shows an example of the monthly management data detail screen 514. FIG. FIG. 40 shows examples of notification screens 515a to 515d. FIG. 41 shows an example of an http request method and an http response transmitted/received to/from the schedule server 90. FIG. FIG. 42 shows an exemplary content of transmission data created from travel information. FIG. 43 shows an example of the calendar screen 501. As shown in FIG. FIG. 44 shows an example of the calendar screen 501. As shown in FIG. FIG. 45 shows an example of the calendar screen 501. As shown in FIG. FIG. 46 shows a pull-down menu displayed by operating the "Others" button on the calendar screen 501. FIG. FIG. 47 shows an example of the calendar screen 501 and the details window 501g of the record 501d. FIG. 48(a) shows an example of the calendar screen 501. FIG. FIG. 48(b) shows an example of a map page. FIG. 49 shows a graph screen displayed by the service server. FIG. 50 shows the setting QR code screen 150. FIG. FIG. 51 shows the setting screen 601 . FIG. 52 shows a confirmation selection screen. FIG. 53 shows a confirmation selection screen. FIG. 54 shows a system conceptual diagram when using the AP screen function. FIG. 55 shows a system conceptual diagram when the AP voice function is used. FIG. 56 shows another method of appearance of the second broadcast area at transition 4 or 5. FIG. FIG. 57 shows (a) a top view, (b) a rear perspective view, and (c) a rear view of the radar detector 10 of the preferred embodiment. FIG. 58 shows (a) the rear case inside and (b) the rear case inside of the radar detector 10 of the preferred embodiment. FIG. 57 shows (a) the internal state with the rear case removed and (b) the radio board, GPS and speaker boards (top view) of the radar detector 10 of the preferred embodiment.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described by taking the case where the electronic device is the radar detector 10 as an example.
[Entire system configuration]
FIG. 1 shows an example of the overall configuration of a network system 1. As shown in FIG. The network system 1 has a radar detector 10 and a smartphone 50 connected via the Internet 2, a network (wireless LAN) 3, and the like. The radar detector 10 can be installed in the vehicle 4, preferably in the vehicle interior 4A. In this embodiment, the radar detector 10 installed in the vehicle 4 for a specific user will be mainly described, but the radar detector 10 can be similarly installed in different vehicles of a plurality of different users and can be similarly connected to a server on the Internet. be.

The radar detector 10 can be loaded with a memory card 60 with a wireless communication function (hereinafter simply referred to as "memory card"). By attaching the memory card 60 to the radar detector 10, the radar detector 10 can connect to various servers (e.g., map server , social network servers, etc.). Other user terminals 100 can also be connected to the Internet 2 . The user terminal 100 is, for example, a personal computer installed in the home 6 of the user 5 . The Internet 2 , service server 80 , schedule server 90 , user terminal 100 and the like are arranged outside the vehicle 9 .

Radar detector 10 may receive data from one or more ECUs 8 installed in vehicle 4B via CAN network 7 . The ECU 8 is a control computer for various devices mounted on the vehicle 4 (for example, an engine control unit).

[Configuration of radar detector 10]
2 and 3 show a radar detector 10 which is a preferred embodiment of the electronic device of the present invention. FIG. 2(a) is a perspective view of the front side of the radar detector 10 (the side facing the rear of the vehicle (driver's side)), and FIG. 2(b) is a perspective view of the rear side. FIG. 3 is a block diagram of the radar detector 10. As shown in FIG.

The radar detector 10 has a thin rectangular case body 12, and is fixed by sticking the bottom surface of a bracket 13 attached to the lower rear side of the case body 12 on a dashboard of a vehicle 4 or the like. The case body 12 and the bracket 13 are preferably made of a high-class material (for example, a high-class material with the same color as that of the dashboard) so as not to be reflected on the windshield at the time of installation, and at the time of display and sale at a store. The dimensions of the case main body 12 are length 62 mm×width 124 mm×thickness 17 mm. A thin portion having a reduced thickness is formed near the outer periphery of the case body 12 .

A display 15 is provided on the front surface of the case body 12 (the surface facing the rear of the vehicle (driver's side)). The display 15 is composed of a 3.2-inch color TFT liquid crystal display. A touch panel 16 for detecting which part of the display 15 is touched is provided on the display 15 .

A volume adjustment button 17 is arranged on the right side of the front surface of the case main body 12, and various operation buttons 18 are arranged on the left side thereof. Specific buttons such as the work button 18 or marks on the case body 12 are made of LED light-emitting members, and an alarm is issued by LED light emission when an alarm function, which will be described later, is activated.

As shown in FIG. 1, the right side of the case body 12 is provided with a card slot 19 for inserting a memory card 60 as a detachable recording medium. A memory card reader/writer 20 is incorporated. The memory card 60 is attached to the memory card reader/writer 20 by inserting the memory card 60 through the card insertion slot 19 . By attaching the memory card 60 to the memory card reader/writer 20 , the radar detector 10 can read and write data on the memory card 60 . For example, the radar detector 10 can import data stored in the attached memory card 60 . More specifically, the data stored in the memory card 60 includes update information such as information on new targets (report targets) (location information such as target longitude and latitude, target information such as type information). , the update information is stored (downloaded) in the database 29 incorporated in the apparatus under the control of the control unit 28, and the data is updated.

In addition, in an environment where the radar detector 10 can connect to the service server 80 by the Internet connection function of the smartphone 50 and the memory card 60, which will be described later, the service server 80 receives target information and public control information from the service server 80 by a method described later in detail at each predetermined timing. The latest data of information is downloaded, this is stored in the database 29, and the data is updated.

The database 29 can be realized by a non-volatile memory (for example, EEPROM) inside the microcomputer of the control unit 28 or externally attached to the microcomputer. The database 29 has map data and target information relating to certain targets registered at the time of shipment, and target information, public control information, etc. added thereafter are updated as described above.

A GNSS receiver 23 is arranged inside the upper center on the back side of the case body 12, and a microwave receiver 24 and a radio receiver 25 are arranged next to it. The GNSS receiver 23 receives GPS signals from GPS satellites and outputs current position (longitude/latitude) information. The GNSS receiver 23 has two channels of satellite positioning system receiving circuits. This allows GPS signals of up to two satellite positioning systems to be used. A microwave receiver 24 receives microwaves of a predetermined frequency emitted from the speed measuring device. The radio receiver 25 receives incoming radio waves of a predetermined frequency. A speaker 26 is also built in the lower part of the case body 12 . A speaker port is provided on the bottom surface of the case body 12 . The radar detector 10 has a camera 30 that captures the rear side of the case body 12 (the front side of the vehicle 4).

In addition to the indicator 15, a lamp 41, a remote control receiver 42, and an infrared communication device 44 are arranged on the front surface of the case body 12 (not shown in FIG. 1). The lamp 41 gives a warning by lighting in various colors according to the type and degree of urgency of the warning. A remote control receiver 42 performs data communication with a remote control (portable device: child device) 43 by infrared rays, and performs various settings for the apparatus. The infrared communication device 44 transmits and receives data to and from a communication device including an infrared communication device such as the smart phone 50 .

Further, a geomagnetic sensor 46 , an acceleration sensor 47 and an atmospheric pressure sensor 48 are provided inside the case body 12 . The geomagnetic sensor 46 is a sensor that detects geomagnetism to detect which direction the north direction is relative to the traveling direction. The acceleration sensor 47 is a sensor that detects longitudinal, lateral, and vertical acceleration of the vehicle 4 . The atmospheric pressure sensor 48 is a sensor that measures the atmospheric pressure at the current position of the vehicle 4 where the case body 12 is installed.

Further, the radar detector 10 of the present embodiment is connected to an OBD-II (II is Roman numeral "2", hereinafter "OBD-II" is referred to as "OBD2") connector mounted on a vehicle. A connection cable 32 is provided. A connector terminal 33 that can be detachably attached to the OBD2 connector of the vehicle 4 is attached to the tip of the connection cable 32 . The OBD2 connector is a diagnostic connector. The OBD2 connector is connected to the ECU 8 of the vehicle 4 and outputs various vehicle information.

By connecting the radar detector 10 to the OBD2 connector, the radar detector 10 can receive power from the OBD2 connector. Power from the OBD2 connector is always supplied from the vehicle side, but continues to supply power to the radar detector 10 while the ACC switch (not shown) of the vehicle 4 is on, and the ACC switch is turned off. Power is supplied to the radar detector 10 via a power control unit that performs control to cut off power after a predetermined time (for example, 5 minutes) has elapsed. This power supply control unit is provided in a housing having a connector terminal 33, and controls the power supply between the power supply terminal in the connector terminal 33 and the power cable in the connection cable 32 so as to control the power on/off described above. .

By connecting the connector terminal 33 attached to the connection cable 32 and the OBD2 connector on the vehicle body side, the control unit 28 acquires various vehicle information every 0.5 seconds. The vehicle information includes, for example, vehicle speed, engine speed, engine load factor, throttle degree, ignition timing, remaining fuel ratio, intake manifold pressure, intake air flow rate (MAF), injection opening time, engine cooling water temperature (cooling water temperature), temperature of the air taken into the engine (intake air temperature), air temperature outside the vehicle (outside air temperature), amount of remaining fuel in the fuel tank (remaining fuel amount), fuel flow rate, instantaneous fuel consumption, accelerator opening, There are winker information (operation of left and right winkers (ON/OFF)), brake opening, rotation steering angle information of the steering wheel, and the like.

The control unit 28 is a computer including a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, a nonvolatile memory, an I/O, etc., is connected to each unit described above, and is connected to various input devices (the touch panel 16, the GNSS receiver 23, the microwave receiver 24 , radio receiver 25, etc.), and outputs a predetermined alarm/message using an output device (display 15, speaker 26, etc.). These basic configurations can be basically the same as the conventional ones. For audio output, for example, audio PCM data is stored in an EEPROM, which is a non-volatile memory, and the control unit 28 reproduces this PCM data and outputs audio from the speaker 26 .

[Configuration of smartphone 50]
FIG. 5 shows an example of the hardware configuration of the smart phone 50. As shown in FIG. The smartphone 50 includes a CPU 51 , a storage device 52 , an operation device 53 , a display device 54 , a local area communication section 55 and an LTE communication section 56 .

The CPU 51 is mainly composed of a processor, and centrally controls the smartphone 50 as a whole. The storage device 52 is composed of a ROM, a RAM, a flash memory, etc., and stores programs and data necessary for the operation of the smartphone 50, as well as other user data used by the user. The operation device 53 receives various operations by the user. The display device 54 is for displaying information. The operation device 53 and the display device 54 can be composed of touch panel displays. The local area communication unit 55 has a function of transmitting and receiving data to and from an external device such as the memory card 60 via the network 3 such as wireless LAN. The LTE communication unit 56 has a function of communicating with an LTE base station and communicating with the Internet 2 . It has a tethering function that connects an external device such as a memory card 60 to the Internet 2 by mutually relaying communication between the local area communication unit 55 and the LTE communication unit 56 under the control of the CPU 51 .

[Configuration of memory card 60]
FIG. 6 shows an example of the hardware configuration of the memory card 60. As shown in FIG. The memory card 60 is an SD card with a built-in wireless LAN communication function, and includes a CPU 61, a card interface section (card I/F) 62, a wireless communication section 63, a RAM 64, a first flash memory 65, and a second flash memory. 66.

The CPU 61 centrally controls the memory card 60 as a whole. A card interface unit 62 provides connection with an external device such as the radar detector 10 . The wireless communication unit 63 is a wireless communication interface that transmits and receives various data to and from an external device such as the smart phone 50 according to a communication method such as WLAN under the control of the CPU 61 .

The RAM 64 temporarily stores data necessary for the operation of the memory card 60 . The first flash memory 65 is a non-volatile semiconductor memory that retains data even when the power is turned off, and stores control programs, wireless communication parameters, and the like. The second flash memory 66 is for storing user data. Data in the second flash memory 66 (first storage unit) can be read from an external device such as the user terminal 100 via a card reader connectable to the card interface unit 62 . Data in the RAM 64 (second storage unit) cannot be read from an external device such as the user terminal 100 via a card reader.

The memory card 60 and the radar detector 10 transmit and receive data via the card interface unit 62, and the memory card 60 and the smartphone 50 transmit and receive data via the wireless communication unit 63, thereby providing the following functions. be.
(1) Function for the radar detector 10 to read/write data from/to the memory card 60 (RAM 64, second flash memory 66) (SD card function)
(2) Function for transmitting and receiving data between smartphone 50 and radar detector 10 (wireless LAN function)
(3) A function of connecting the radar detector 10 to the Internet 2 using the tethering function of the smartphone 50 (Internet connection function)

Service server 80 , schedule server 90 , other servers, user terminal 100 and the like are configured by computers that can be connected to Internet 2 . FIG. 7 shows an example of a hardware configuration generally provided in such a computer. As illustrated, a computer that can be used in the service server 80, the schedule server 90, the user terminal 100, etc. can include a CPU 71, a storage device 72, an operation device 73, a display device 74, and a communication section 75.

The CPU 71 is mainly composed of a processor and controls the entire computer. The storage device 72 is composed of a ROM, a RAM, a hard disk, etc., and stores programs and data necessary for the operation of the computer as well as other user data used by the user. The operation device 73 is composed of a keyboard, a mouse, etc., and receives various operations. The display device 74 is, for example, a liquid crystal display, and displays various information. The communication unit 75 has a function of connecting to the Internet 2 .

The service server 80 and the schedule server 90 connect to the Internet 2 via their respective communication units 75, and connect to the Internet 2 using the smartphone 50, the user terminal 100, etc. In the explanation regarding viewing, etc., "external devices such as the smartphone 50 and the user terminal 100" may be simply described as "the user terminal 100, etc."). . The user terminal 100 can transmit and receive information to and from various servers on the Internet 2 such as the service server 80 and the schedule server 90 via the communication unit 75 .

FIG. 8 shows the functional configuration of the service server 80 according to the embodiment of the invention. As illustrated, the service server 80 includes a web interface 81, an account information storage unit 82, a target information storage unit 83, a target information update unit 84, a target information providing server 85, a public enforcement information storage unit 86, and a public enforcement information update unit. 87, a public control information providing server 88 is provided. These functions are realized by the configuration and overall control of the computer described above.

The web interface 81 performs communication via the Internet 2 .

Account information storage unit 82 stores a plurality of account data. Each account data consists of a device ID unique to each radar detector 10 and a password corresponding to the device ID. The device ID and password are composed of an arbitrary number of alphanumeric characters. The password is notified to the user for a fee.

A plurality of pieces of target information are stored in the target information storage unit 83 . FIG. 9 shows an example of target information stored in the target information storage unit 83. As shown in FIG. As illustrated, the target information includes information elements such as a target type identifier indicating the type of target, location/region information, update date and time, and the like.

As the type of target, select a location or facility that is expected to be reported to the user while driving, such as an accident-prone area, scenic spot, service area, orbis (automatic speed control device), zone 30, etc. It is Zone 30 is an area in which the maximum speed of vehicles is limited to 30 kilometers per hour, in order to prevent automobile accidents, by designating areas where community roads are dense such as residential areas in urban areas. The target type identifier is an identifier that indicates the type of target.

The location/area information is information that defines the location or area of the target. The location information is latitude/longitude information of the target location. The area information is stored as shape data defining the extent of the area of the target. Shape data can be stored by the position (latitude/longitude) of each vertex of the polygon for a polygonal area, or by the center position (latitude/longitude) and radius for a circular area. Areas may be stored as collections of polygonal areas or circular areas.

The update date and time is information indicating the date and time when the target information is stored in the target information storage unit 83 .

The target information update section 84 updates the target information in the target information storage section 83 . The target information update unit 84 adds target information about a newly installed target to the target information storage unit 83 and deletes target information about a removed target from the target information storage unit 83 .

The target information is updated manually by the operator using the operating device 73 of the service server 80 . The CPU 71 of the service server 80 may acquire the target information by searching from an information source such as the Internet 2 and automatically update it.

The target information providing server 85 compares the account data provided by the radar detector 10 with the information in the account information storage unit 82 when the radar detector 10 accesses (connects to) the service server 80 via the Internet connection function. By doing so, the access authority of the radar detector 10 is confirmed, and if the access authority is granted, the target information stored in the target information storage unit 83 is provided to the radar detector 10 of the connection source.

More specifically, when access to the service server 80 from the radar detector 10 is confirmed, the target information providing server 85 extracts target information having an update date and time after the previous access date and time by the radar detector 10. and transmit it to the radar detector 10.

Furthermore, the target information providing server 85 provides the target information to the radar detector 10 in specific cases even when the access authority of the radar detector 10 cannot be confirmed. In such provision processing, for example, the date and time when the account information is provided is stored in the account information storage unit 82, and, for example, it is determined whether or not a predetermined period of time has passed from the stored date and time of the current access. This should be done when Alternatively, a process of providing with a predetermined probability may be performed for each access. For example, it can be done at a certain frequency, such as once every two years, or it can be done at a certain probability by lottery or the like. Further, it is preferable to perform a process of limiting the range of target information, such as providing only part of the target information stored in the target information storage unit 83, rather than when the access authority is confirmed. By doing so, it is possible to motivate the user to use the memory card 60 with a wireless communication function, and to maintain the motivation to obtain a paid password.

The public enforcement information storage unit 86 stores a plurality of public enforcement information. Public enforcement information is information on traffic and safety provided mainly by public institutions such as police and local governments. FIG. 10 shows an example of public enforcement information stored in the public enforcement information storage unit 86. As shown in FIG. As illustrated, the public enforcement information includes information elements such as information content, area/road information, corresponding target type identifiers, update date and time.

The information content is text information indicating the content of public control information. The content of the information may be a text summarizing/explaining the information provided by the police, local governments, etc. by the operator of the service server 80 in an easy-to-understand manner. Region/road information includes region and road information. The area information is area information defined by administrative divisions (prefectures, cities, towns and villages, etc.) or area information defined in the same manner as the area of the target information. The corresponding target type identifier is information that is specified when there is a target that is considered useful to associate with the relevant public control information, and if such a target exists, it indicates the type of the target. The identifier is stored as the target type identifier. The update date and time is information indicating the date and time (date and time) when the public enforcement information is stored in the public enforcement information storage unit 86 .

The public enforcement information update unit 87 updates public enforcement information in the public enforcement information storage unit 86 . The public enforcement information update unit 87 adds newly published public enforcement information to the public enforcement information storage unit 86 and deletes expired target public enforcement information from the public enforcement information storage unit 86 .

The operator manually updates the public enforcement information using the operation device 73 of the service server 80 . The CPU 71 of the service server 80 may acquire public control information by searching information sources such as the homepages of the police, local governments, etc., and automatically update the information.

When the radar detector 10 accesses the service server 80 via the Internet connection function, the public enforcement information providing server 88 sends the public enforcement information stored in the public enforcement information storage unit 86 to the radar detector 10 of the connection source. provide information. No access rights are required to provide public regulatory information.

FIG. 11 shows the functional configuration of schedule server 90 according to the embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 11, the schedule server 90 has a functional configuration including a web interface 91, an authentication server 92, an account database 93, a schedule database 94, and the like. These functions are realized by the configuration and overall control of the computer described above.

The web interface 91 performs communication via the Internet 2 . The authentication server 92 checks the user's access authority by comparing the information input from the user terminal 100 and the like with the information in the account database 93, and if the user has the access authority, logs in (accesses with the user account in the schedule database 94). access to possible data).

Account database 93 stores a plurality of registration data. Each registration data consists of a user account and a password corresponding to the user account. A user account is uniquely identifiable, for example an email address is used.

The schedule database 94 stores schedule information, which is information about schedules, in association with each user account. In this embodiment, one or a plurality of storage areas 95A, 95B, . (Hereinafter, "storage areas 95A, 95B, . . . 95N" will simply be referred to as "storage areas 95" when there is no need to distinguish between the individual storage areas 95A, 95B, . . . 95N.) is identified by a calendar ID or the like, which will be described later. Each storage area 95 stores one or more pieces of schedule information.

FIG. 12 shows exemplary multiple pieces of schedule information stored in storage area 95 . The schedule information includes a plurality of information elements such as UID, start date/time, end date/time, title, and location.

Information in the "UID" column is identification information for identifying individual schedule information. The identification information is composed of a unique user ID (“AAACAL”) for each user account and data (“20140601T182650”) indicating the creation date and time of individual schedule information.

The information in the "start date and time" and "end date and time" columns is date and time information, and indicates the start date and time and end date and time of each schedule information. The "start date and time" and "end date and time" are stored in the format of "Asia/Tokyo: AAAAAAAATBBBBBB". "Asia/Tokyo:" indicates the time zone. "A" and "B" are single-digit numbers, "AAAAAAAAA" indicates the date, and "BBBBBB" indicates the time. For example, "Asia/Tokyo:20140623T150000" indicates 15:00 on June 23, 2014 in Tokyo time. The user can arbitrarily set the "start date and time" and the "end date and time".

The information in the "title" column is title information, and stores text information of a certain number of characters input by the user.

The information in the "location" column is information about the location (hereinafter referred to as "location information"). The user can enter any location information. The location information can be stored as text information of a certain number of characters (eg, "Meeting Room 1") or as data representing latitude/longitude. In the illustrated example, the latitude and longitude are displayed with six digits below the decimal point. For example, "34.728905, 137.453193" indicates that the latitude is 34.728905 degrees and the longitude is 137.453193 degrees.

Schedule information may also have information elements other than the above. Each piece of schedule information is stored in the storage area 95 as a schedule information file 96 having a file name of each "UID".

The information in the “URL” column indicates the URL and file name of the storage area 95 assigned to the corresponding user account in the schedule database 94 .

The account database 93 and the schedule database 94 are relational databases that store the registration data, schedule information, etc. based on a relational model.

FIG. 13 shows an example of a login screen 500 that the authentication server 92 causes the browser of the user terminal 100 or the like to display via the Internet 2 . As shown in FIG. 7, the login screen 500 displays input fields 500a and 500b for inputting a user account and password.

When the user enters the user account and password in the entry fields 500a and 500b and operates the login button 500c, the browser of the user terminal 100 or the like transmits these information to the authentication server 92, and the authentication server 92 receives the received information. information can be authenticated by referring to the account database 93, and if the authentication is successful, the user's login is permitted.

FIG. 14(a) shows a calendar screen 501 displayed on the browser of the user terminal 100 or the like based on information transmitted from the schedule server 90 after login.

In the following explanation, the operation to the screen displayed on the browser of the user terminal 100 or the like and the contents of the screen displayed on the browser of the user terminal 100 or the like will be explained. Based on the information sent to the schedule server 90, the schedule server 90 generates data for drawing on the screen on the browser, sends it to the user terminal 100, etc., and based on the sent data , is displayed on the browser of the user terminal 100 or the like.

Calendar screen 501 displays schedule information stored in one of storage areas 95 (for example, storage area 95A) assigned to the corresponding user account. By operating a menu button 501f, which will be described later, it is also possible to display schedule information about other storage areas 95B to 95N.

In the calendar screen 501, a plurality of unit periods (in the illustrated example, , 1 day) are arranged. The display period can be changed by operating the change button 501b, and the length of the display period (day, week, month) can be changed by operating the change button 501c.

Each display column 501a displays a record 501d including the start time and title information of schedule information having date and time information (for example, start date and time) corresponding to the date and time of each display column 501a. For example, in FIG. 14A, for schedule information whose start date and time is 15:00 on June 23, 2014, the start time (“15:00”) and title information (“sales meeting”) are set to 23rd. is displayed in the display column 501a. Each display field 501a can display a plurality of records 501d arranged in order of start time from top to bottom. (See the two records 501d displayed in the display field 501a for the 25th.)

By clicking one of the display fields 501a on the calendar screen 501, an input window 502 for inputting schedule information pops up. The input window 502 has a plurality of input fields 502a, 502b, 502c for inputting information elements such as schedule title information, date and time information, and location information.

When the user inputs all or part of the above information elements in the input window 502 and operates the save button 502 d , the input schedule information is processed into a predetermined input format and sent to the schedule server 90 . FIG. 14(b) shows an example of the predetermined input format of the destination address (URL) specified when the schedule information is transmitted and the schedule information to be transmitted.

As shown, the destination URL includes the URL (https://www.calender.com/calendar/dav/ZZname@Amail.com/events) of the storage area 95 assigned to the user and the identification information of the schedule information. created in combination. The identification information is composed of a user ID (AAACAL) and information (20140610T143836) indicating the date and time when the save button 502d was operated (input date and time).

At the time of transmission, the schedule information is processed into the predetermined input format shown in the drawing by tagging and/or arranging each information element according to each input field 502a, 502b, 502c. For example, information entered in input field 502a is tagged with "SUMMARY", and information entered in input field 502b is tagged "DTSTART; TZID=Asia/Tokyo", "DTEND; TZID=Asia/Tokyo". ” and information entered in input field 502c is tagged with “LOCATION”. "AAACAL20140926T143836" tagged with "UID" is identification information for identifying individual schedule information to be transmitted. The identification information is composed of a user ID and date and time information indicating the date and time when the schedule information was transmitted.

The data format of the schedule information to be transmitted is the iCalendar format. The schedule information may be transmitted in the CalDAV standard using WebDAV, or the like. "BEGIN:VCALENDAR", "BEGIN:VEVENT", "DESCRIPTION:", "END:VEVENT", "END:VCALENDAR", etc. are headers and footers for identifying the start and end of schedule information.

The schedule server 90 parses the schedule information transmitted from the user terminal 100 or the like to extract information elements included in the schedule information, and stores them in the storage format described with reference to FIG.

The calendar screen 501 has a calendar column 501e that displays the type of calendar. When the menu button 501f in the calendar column 501e is operated, the setting screen 503 shown in FIG. 15 is displayed, and setting of a new calendar is accepted.

Settings screen 503 includes one or more entry fields 503a-503c for entering various information about the new calendar. Among them, the input field 503a receives the calendar name of the new calendar. The figure shows a state in which the name "monthly record" has been entered.

When all or part of the entry fields 503a to 503c are entered and the "create calendar" button 503d is operated, the information in the entry fields 503a to 503c is sent to the schedule server 90, and the schedule server 90 A currently unused storage area (for example, storage area 95B) associated with the logged-in user account is assigned to the new calendar, and the transmitted information is stored as the attribute value of that storage area.

By the above process, the display of the calendar field 501e in the calendar screen 501 is updated as shown in FIG. 16, and the icon 541 indicating the calendar name input in the input field 503a and the operation button 542 are displayed.

In the calendar column 501e shown in FIG. 16, the user operates the operation button 542 to display the pull-down menu 505, and selects "calendar setting" 543 from the selection item to display the calendar ID 544 on the screen. be able to. The calendar ID 544 is identification information for individually identifying the storage areas 95A, 95B, . . . 95N. Calendar ID 544 is "xxxx@group.calendar.yyyy.com" here.

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The functions of the radar detector 10 of this embodiment are stored in the EEPROM of the control unit 28 as programs executed by the computer that is the control unit 28, and are realized by the computer of the control unit 28 executing the programs. The functions realized by the computer by the program of the control unit 28 include a GPS log function, a touch operation reception function, a vehicle information screen display function, a download update function, an alarm function, a driving information log function, a wireless communication function, and the like.

The GPS log function is a function in which the control unit 28 associates the current position detected by the GNSS receiver 23 with the detected time and speed (vehicle speed) every second and stores it in the non-volatile memory as a position history. This position history is recorded, for example, in NMEA format.

The touch operation reception function is a function for receiving various operations including setting of operating conditions of the radar detector 10 based on touch operations on multiple types of menu windows. Operations that can be performed by touch operations can also be performed using the remote controller 43 .

Each menu window is superimposed on a vehicle information screen, which will be described later, and displayed on the front layer of the vehicle information screen. The menu window consists of a translucent background and opaque buttons so that the vehicle information screen can be seen. Thereby, the user can recognize the type of the vehicle information screen or confirm the contents of the vehicle information screen even while the menu window is displayed.

Multiple types of menu windows include a menu window 210 shown in FIG. The control unit 28 displays a menu window 210 on the display 15 when one touch operation on the display 15 is detected while the radar detector 10 is operating (during display of a vehicle information screen, which will be described later). . A touch panel controller with a proximity sensor may be used to display the menu window 210 when a hand approaches. The menu window 210 disappears if no operation is detected for a certain period of time.

FIG. 17(a) shows a menu window 210 displayed in the radar detector 10 of the case body 12 shown in FIG. As shown, this menu window 210 displays three basic buttons 210a-210c. FIG. 17(b) shows a menu window 210 displayed in the radar detector 10 in the case body 12 with the direct switch shown in FIG. 4(a) or (b) omitted. In the menu window 210 of FIG. 17(b), an additional button 210d is displayed on the periphery of the menu window 210 in addition to the basic buttons 210a to 210c. By operating these additional buttons 210d, it is possible to perform operations corresponding to the direct switches in the radar detector 10 of the case body 12 shown in FIG.

A plurality of menu windows including the menu window 210 have a hierarchical structure, and depending on the button touched in the upper hierarchical menu window, the control unit 28 causes the lower hierarchical menu window to be displayed or the button of that button to be displayed. perform a function. For example, by touching the "setting TOP" button 210a in the topmost menu window 210, the setting screen 211 (FIG. 18), which is the lower layer menu window assigned to the button 210a, is displayed. It should be noted that the part described as "displayed" in the specification indicates that the control unit performs control (for example, the drawing process) to display on the display. In addition, the part described as "displayed by the control unit" also indicates that the control unit controls the display on the display (for example, the drawing process). Furthermore, by touching a button displayed in a lower-level menu window such as the setting screen 211, a lower-level menu window assigned to the button is displayed, or a function assigned to the button is executed. etc. Hereinafter, the function of displaying the menu window assigned to the button of the menu window and the function assigned to the button of the menu window may be collectively referred to as "button function".

The types of buttons displayed on the menu window 210 (for example, buttons 210a to 210c) differ depending on the type of vehicle information screen being displayed. This point will be described later.

The touch operation reception function is a function explanation function that outputs explanations such as functions assigned to the buttons from the speaker 26 in response to touch operations on all or part of the buttons displayed on each menu window. including. Specifically, when a certain type of operation on a button (for example, a long-time touch operation such as 0.5 seconds or longer) is detected, the touch operation reception function executes the button function of that button, When a mode operation (for example, a short-time touch operation on a button such as 0.2 to 0.5 seconds) is detected, the function explanation function is activated, and text data explaining the button function of the button is sent. It reads out from the database 29 , synthesizes speech by speech synthesis technology, and outputs it from the speaker 26 . As a result, the user can know the button functions without taking out the instruction manual and searching for the necessary information.

The vehicle information screen display function is a function of displaying a vehicle information screen on the display 15 . The vehicle information screen display function includes an alarm screen display function that displays an alarm screen as a vehicle information screen and a standby screen that displays vehicle operation information etc. as a vehicle information screen according to the user's selection. Including display function.

The alarm screen display function is a function for displaying on the display 15 an alarm screen showing the positional relationship between the vehicle position and the target to be warned by the GPS alarm function, which will be described later, based on the vehicle position detected by the GNSS receiver 23. be. The alarm screen display function includes a map alarm screen display function for displaying a map alarm screen, a classic alarm screen display function for displaying a classic alarm screen, and a classic alarm screen display function for displaying a simple alarm screen. The alarm screen display function can cause the display 15 to display one of these three types of alarm screens as an alarm screen in accordance with the user's selection.

The map warning screen is a warning screen using a nationwide map. The classic alarm screen is an alarm screen that simply displays the positional relationship between the vehicle's position and the target. The classic alert screen also displays a meter indicating the operational status of the vehicle selected by the user. The simple warning screen displays only the speed of the vehicle when there is no target, and displays a warning panel, mini radar, and a countdown display of the distance to the target when the vehicle is within a certain approaching distance from the target. is.

FIG. 19A shows a map alarm screen 111, which is one aspect of the map alarm screen displayed by the map alarm screen display function. As shown, the map warning screen display function extracts targets to be notified to the user based on the current position and the target positions or areas stored in the database 29, and displays target icons 312 and the like for the extracted targets. It also has a function to superimpose on the corresponding position on the map. A specific display mode of the map warning screen 111 is as follows.

The control unit 28 displays a map warning screen 111 in which a map image is displayed in the main display area R<b>1 covering substantially the entire surface of the display 15 . The control unit 28 displays the map image such that the center of the notification area R2, which will be described later, is the current position of the vehicle, and also displays the vehicle icon 311 at that position. However, when a target image 312a, which will be described later, is displayed, the own vehicle icon 311 may be erased, or may be displayed at a position moved in the horizontal direction away from the target image 312a. The map image is drawn such that the traveling direction side of the vehicle coincides with the upward direction of the display 15 .

When the own vehicle icon 311 is displayed, position correction is performed by map matching so that the own vehicle icon 311 is displayed on the road of the map image as much as possible. The database 29 stores data on the traffic direction of each road, and when correcting the position, map matching is performed so that the traveling direction of the own vehicle matches the traffic direction of the road on which the vehicle is traveling. By doing so, it is possible to prevent an unnatural map image in which the own vehicle icon 311 is displayed in the opposite lane on a road such as an expressway where there is a distance between oncoming lanes.

The control unit 28 displays topography (roads, mountains, rivers, lakes, buildings, facilities, etc.), place names, building names, facility names, place names, etc. in the main display area R1, and also displays the names of places within a predetermined distance range from the vehicle. A target icon 312 indicating the position of the target is displayed. Place names, building names, facility names, place names, etc. have shadows to improve visibility.

Depending on the type of target, the control unit 28 displays a target image 312a (a photographed image of the target or a A unique animated image) can be displayed, and when the target is at a closer second close distance (eg, within 500m), an enlarged target image 312a can be displayed, and so on. The user can set which size of the target image 312a is displayed at which approach distance.

The control unit 28 further displays a compass needle 313 and vehicle speed 314 on the upper left of the main display area R1, a current position display unit 315 on the upper right of the main display area R1, and a mini radar scope 316 below it. , a notification area R2 is displayed below the main display area R1 so as to overlap the main display area R1. The current position display section 315 displays the name of the road on which the vehicle is traveling if it is registered in the database 29, or displays the address of the current position if it is not registered. The mini radar scope 316 simply displays the positional relationship between the vehicle 316a and the target 316b.

Notification information 317 and constant display 318 are displayed in the notification area R2. The notification information 317 is information about targets and public crackdown information. Hereinafter, the notification information 317 displayed regarding the target may be referred to as "target notification information", and the notification information 317 displayed regarding public control information may be referred to as "public notification information". In the illustrated example, target notification information 319 is displayed as notification information 317 .

The target notification information 319 includes a target icon 319a indicating the target, target explanation information 319b indicating the target, an azimuth icon 319c indicating the azimuth of the target, and a target distance 319d indicating the distance to the target. By setting the target icon 319 a to have the same shape as the target icon 312 , the user can easily understand the relationship between the target icon 312 on the map image and the target notification information 319 .

The stationary display 318 consists of one or more information icons 318a indicating information related to traffic laws and the like in the vicinity of the current position and the current time 318b. The steady display 318 is always displayed regardless of whether the target notification information 319 or the public notification information 320 is displayed.

The notification area R2 includes a semi-transparent plate-like background image drawn on the front side layer of the map image of the main display area R1 so as to overlap the main display area R1, and opaque notification information 317 on the background image. It consists of a stationary display 318 . Displaying the non-transparent notification information 317 and steady display 318 on the background image makes it easier for the user to see the notification information 317 and steady display 318 . Since the background image is translucent, as shown in the drawing, even within the notification area R2, in places where the notification information 317 and the steady display 318 are not displayed, the map image or the like positioned on the back side can be visually recognized. Therefore, the user can see the map image displayed in a wider range.

The map alert screen display function includes a map selection function. The map selection function is a function for receiving selection of the type of map warning screen by the user. The map warning screen display function displays the type of map selected by the map selection function.

FIG. 20 shows the menu window 212 that the map selection function causes the display 15 to display. The menu window 212 is a menu window in the lower layer of the menu window 210, and can be displayed from the menu window 210 by one or more button touch operations. As shown, the menu window 212 displays three types of buttons "TYPE1" to "TYPE3", and the map selection function displays a map alarm screen of a type corresponding to the touch-operated "TYPE1" to "TYPE3". to select.

21 and 22 show map warning screens 111 to 113 corresponding to "TYPE1" to "TYPE3". FIG. 21 shows map alarm screens 111 to 113 with day color scheme displayed when the vehicle interior 4A is bright, and FIG. 22 shows map alarm screens 111 to 113 with night color scheme displayed when the vehicle interior 4A is dark. show. The map warning screen 111 is the same as that shown in FIG. 19 and is a standard map warning screen. The map alarm screen 112 is address-oriented, and the current position display section 315 always displays the address of the current position. The map warning screen 113 is designed with a focus on roads, and emphasizes the display of major arterial roads. The display of the current position display section 315 is the same as that of the map warning screen 111 .

As described above, it is possible to select from a plurality of map warning screens 111 to 113 in which the display thickness of roads, administrative divisions, facilities, etc., are different in color. Alarm screens 111 to 113 can be displayed.

The alarm screen display function may include a scale display function that displays the current scale information (scale) at a fixed position (scale display area) within the screen. Assuming that the position of the vehicle is 0 m, the scale indicates the distance from the position of the vehicle to the middle position in the vertical direction of the main area R1 (eg, "500 m") and the distance to the upper position (eg, "1000 m" in the figure). can be displayed. When the control unit 28 detects that the main display region R1 has been touched twice in succession, it displays a map scale change button (not shown) at a predetermined position (a position along the scale display region) within the main display region R1. ), and the map scale is changed according to the touch on the map scale change button. That is, the control unit 28 changes the scale of the map displayed in the main display area R1 according to the scale of the changed map scale, and also changes the scale information displayed in the scale display area.

As for the standby screen display function, according to the user's selection, the control unit 28 displays operation information of the vehicle 4 acquired from the OBD 2 etc. (for example, vehicle speed, mileage, fuel consumption, number and ratio of idling stop) in multiple types of designs. ), a clock, a photo frame, etc. are displayed on the display unit 15 .

23 and 24 show exemplary standby screens 121-131. Standby screens 121 to 128 in FIG. 23 display the current time, vehicle speed, information on eco-driving, acceleration, inclination, morning and evening information, graphs, and photo frames, respectively. Standby screens 129 to 131 in FIG. 24 are preset standby screens, and can be displayed by arranging display elements such as a plurality of meter images of various sizes, characters, numerical values, etc., which can be arbitrarily selected by the user. can.

As display elements that can be displayed on the preset standby screens 129 to 131, a plurality of types of display elements related to idling stop (for example, display element 132 in FIG. 25) are prepared. , the importance of idling stop is low, so when it is detected that the vehicle 4 is a hybrid car from the information from the OBD 2, the standby screen display function displays a display element related to idling stop (for example, the display element in FIG. 25 132), a display element (for example, the display element 133 in FIG. 25) displaying information about the engine stop is displayed.

Each of the standby screens 129 to 131 can display a notification area R2 similar to the map alarm screen 111 and the like, but the notification area R2 is omitted in FIGS.

A supplementary description of the basic buttons displayed on the menu window 210 will now be given. The types of basic buttons on the menu window 210 change according to the type of the vehicle information screen when the menu window 210 is displayed (the vehicle information screen displayed as the background of the menu window 210).

26 and 27 show menu windows 210 displayed on various vehicle information screens 135-147. As shown, in the menu window 210 of each of the vehicle information screens 135 to 147, in addition to the "setting top" button, necessary or convenient buttons for display settings of the respective vehicle information screens 135 to 147 are displayed. If there is no such need, only the "setting top" button is displayed. By doing so, the simplification of the menu window 210 and the ease of operation can be achieved.

When the service server 80 has new target information and public enforcement information, the download update function downloads the new target information and public enforcement information from the service server 80 to update the target information and public enforcement information in the database 29. It is a function to update the Whether or not it is new can be determined by the date and time of the previous download by the download update function, the update date and time of the target information and the public control information, and the like.

The download update function executes the above download and update when the power of the radar detector 10 is turned on and the service server 80 can be connected via the tethering function of the smart phone 50 .

The download update function updates the target information and public enforcement information in the database by downloading the target information and public enforcement information from the service server 80 to the smartphone 50 in advance, even if the smartphone 50 does not have a tethering function. Is possible. That is, when the radar detector 10 is powered on, it attempts to connect to the smartphone 50 using the wireless LAN function. update target information and public enforcement information.

The download update function has a selection function to allow the user to select which of the above two methods to download.

The alarm function has a GPS alarm function, a radar wave alarm function, a public control information display function, a notification area control function, a wireless alarm function, an alarm limit function, and a limit release function. The control unit 28 realizes each function such as a GPS warning function, a public enforcement information display function, a notification area control function, a radar wave warning function, and a wireless warning function, according to an event that occurs while the vehicle information screen display function is being executed. When the processing of the function is completed, the processing of the original standby function is performed. The priority of each function is set in order of radar wave warning function, radio warning function, and GPS warning function from the highest one.

The GPS alarm function judges whether or not there is a target to be notified to the user at predetermined time intervals (1-second intervals) by an event from a timer provided in the control unit 28, and according to the judgment, alerts the existing target. This is a function for displaying target information in the notification area R2.

Whether or not there is a target to be notified to the user is determined based on the position/area information of the target information stored in the database 29 and the current position detected by the GNSS receiver 23 . Specifically, when the distance from the current position to the target position is less than a certain value, or when the current position is within the area of the target, it is determined that there is a target to be notified. In this determination, a target determined to be notified (or existing) by the GPS warning function is called a "target to be notified".

When it is determined that there is a notification target, the GPS alarm function is specified by the target type identifier of the notification target information on the map warning screens 111 to 113, standby screens 121 to 131, etc. on the display 15. A target mark 312 and a target image 312a are displayed, target notification information 319 is displayed in the notification area R2 of these screens, and an approach warning sound is output from the speaker 26 to that effect. Data such as these images, icons, and sounds are stored in the database 29 in association with target type identifiers.

Hereinafter, the map warning screens 111 to 113, standby screens 121 to 131, etc. may be collectively referred to as "vehicle information screen 111, etc.".

Such targets include drowsy driving accident points, speed measuring devices (radar type, loop coil type, H system, LH system, phototube type, mobile type, etc.), speed limit switching points, control areas, inspection areas, and parking surveillance areas. , N system, traffic monitoring system, intersection monitoring point, signal disregard control system, police station, accident-prone area, vehicle-targeting-prone area, sharp/continuous curve (highway), branch/merge point (highway), ETC lane Advance guidance (highway), service area (highway), parking area (highway), highway oasis (highway), smart interchange (highway), PA/SA gas station (highway), tunnel (highway) ), highway radio reception areas (highways), prefectural border announcements, roadside stations, view point parking, expressway bus stops, roundabouts, submerged points during heavy rain, freezing spots in winter, autumn leaves spots, zone 30, etc.

The public control information display function judges whether or not there is a target to be notified to the user at predetermined time intervals (1 second intervals) by an event from the timer of the control unit 28, and according to the judgment, the existing public information is displayed. This is a function to display control information in the notification area R2.

Whether or not there is public enforcement information to be notified to the user is determined based on the area/road information of the public enforcement information stored in the database 29 and the current location detected by the GNSS receiver 23 . Specifically, if it can be determined from the current location that the vehicle is traveling on the road of the public enforcement information, or if the current location is within the area of the public enforcement information, it is determined that there is public enforcement information to be notified. do. In this determination, the public enforcement information that the public enforcement information display function determines to be notified (or exists) is referred to as "notified public enforcement information". When there is public enforcement information to be notified, the public enforcement information display function causes the vehicle information screen 111 or the like of the display device 15 to display the public notification information 320 including the information content of the public enforcement information to be notified.

The public enforcement information display function, when a road is defined as the area/road information of the public enforcement information to be notified, is displayed in an unusual manner, such as blinking the corresponding road in the map image of the map alarm screen 111. It further has a function of displaying roads.

The public enforcement information display function has a condition that the target corresponding to the corresponding target type identifier of the public enforcement information to be notified is the target to be notified (for example, the target icon 312 is displayed on the map image of the map warning screen 111). When the target icon 312 is satisfied, the target icon 312 is displayed in an unusual manner such as blinking. The GPS warning function further has a function of outputting the above-described proximity warning sound in a manner different from usual (speech speed, content, etc.) when this condition is satisfied.

The notification area control function is a function for controlling the display of the notification area R2 on the vehicle information screen 111 or the like. The notification area control function displays a notification area R2 superimposed on the main display area R1 on the vehicle information screen 111 or the like. FIG. 28 shows a display example of the notification area R2. The notification area R2 is located at the lower end of the display screen of the display device 15 (hereinafter simply referred to as "display screen").

The notification area control function can display the first notification area 321 and the second notification area 322 in the notification area R2. FIG. 28(a) shows a state in which the first notification area 321 is displayed in the notification area R2 and the second notification area 322 is not displayed, and FIG. 28(c) shows the first notification area 321 and the second notification. A state in which both areas 322 are displayed is shown. In FIG. 28(c), the first notification area 321 and the second notification area 322 are rectangular areas having the same shape and size.

The notification area control function displays a translucent background image over the entire first notification area 321 and second notification area 322, and displays opaque characters and icons in each of the first notification area 321 and second notification area 322. etc. These background images, characters, icons, and the like are drawn on a layer on the front side of the map image and meter image such as the vehicle information screen 111 displayed in the main display area R1. By displaying a translucent background image on the front side layer, the visibility of characters, icons, etc. in the first notification area 321 and the second notification area 322 is improved. Furthermore, in a portion where characters, icons, etc. are not displayed, it is possible to visually recognize a map image, a meter image, etc. on the back side (see FIG. 19, etc.). As a result, it is possible to minimize deterioration in the visibility of maps, meter images, and the like due to the display of the notification area R2.

The first notification area 321 and the second notification area 322 each have a constant vertical dimension. The first notification area 321 is displayed at the lower end of the display screen. The second notification area 322 is displayed at the same level as or above the first notification area 321 . The second notification area 322 is displayed moving or stationary. FIG. 28(b) shows a state in the middle of moving display, and FIG. 28(c) shows a state in which the second notification area 322 is stopped and displayed. The appearance of the second notification area 322 changes from the state of FIG. 28(a), in which the second notification area 322 is not displayed, to the state of moving display of FIG. is stopped and displayed. Conversely, erasing of the second notification area 322 is performed by going from the state of FIG. 28(c) to the state of FIG. 28(a) via the state of FIG. 28(b).

As described above, only one of the first notification area 321 and the second notification area 322 is displayed (FIG. 28(a)), or the second notification area 322 is displayed as a moving display (FIG. 28(b)) or stopped. The vertical dimension of the notification area R2 changes depending on whether it is displayed (FIG. 28(c)). The position within the display screen where the first notification area 321 is displayed (display position of the first notification area 321 in FIGS. 28(a) to 28(c)) may be referred to as a "first fixed position". The position within the display screen where the second notification area 322 is stopped and displayed (the display position of the second notification area 322 in FIG. 28(c)) may be referred to as a "second fixed position".

The first notification area 321 has a notification portion 321a that is an area for displaying notification information 317 and a constant portion 321b that is an area for displaying constant display 318 . In principle, the steady portion 321b always displays the steady display 318 (see FIG. 19).

In FIGS. 28(b) and 28(c), in order to explain the distinction between the first notification area 321 and the second notification area 322, and the distinction between the notification section 321a and the stationary section 321b, the boundary between them is Although indicated by a solid line, the background image of the notification area R2 is a single solid image with no boundary line, and the boundary between the two is not actually displayed on the display screen. This makes the display screen clear and prevents the user from feeling complicated. Since the notification area R2 has a background image, the boundary 323 between the notification area R2 and the area outside it is visible.

The notification area control function includes a notification setting function that accepts a user's selection as to whether or not to display public notification information 320 on vehicle information screen 111 or the like. FIG. 29 shows menu windows 213 and 214 displayed on the display 15 by the notification setting function.

The menu window 213 is a menu window in the lower layer of the menu window 210 . When the "ON" button in the menu window 213 is touch-operated, a two-stage display mode is set in which the target notification information 319 and the public notification information 320 can be displayed in two stages. , the menu window 214 is displayed. In the menu window 213, when the "OFF" button is touched, a one-stage display mode is set in which the target notification information 319 and the public notification information 320 are displayed in one stage. Controls the number of columns displayed based on this setting.

The "single display" button displayed in the menu window 214 is for scrolling and displaying the public notification information 320 only once in the notification area R2, and the "loop display" button is displayed in the notification area R2. , to scroll and display the public notification information 320 repeatedly.

The public notification information 320 is the text of the information content of the public control information. 31 to 33 described below, when the public notification information 320 is displayed in the notification area R2, the text is displayed in the first notification area 321 or the second notification area in the manner selected in the menu window 214. At 322 it is scrolled.

Display control of the notification area R2 by the notification area control function in the two-stage display mode will be described by taking as an example a case where the map warning screen 111 is displayed on the display 15. FIG.

When there is neither target information to be notified nor public crackdown information to be notified, as shown in FIG. not. The target notification information 319 and the public notification information 320 are not displayed in the first notification area 321, and the steady display 318 is displayed in the steady portion 321b.

When notification target target information newly occurs from the state of FIG. The alarm function displays target notification information 319 in the first notification area 321 as shown in FIG. 30(b). The target notification information 319 is designed in advance so that it can be statically displayed in the space of the notification section 321a, and is statically displayed within the notification section 321a. Therefore, the user can stably visually recognize the target notification information 319 .

When public enforcement information to be notified is newly generated from the state of FIG. The public control information display function displays public notification information 320 on the public control information in the first notification area 321, as shown in FIG. 30(c).

Transition from the state of FIG. 30(b) to a state in which there is no notification target information (transition 3), or transition from the state in FIG. 30(c) to a state in which there is no notification target public control information (transition 4). If there is, the target notification information 319 in FIG. 30(b) is erased, or the public notification information 320 in FIG. 30(c) is erased, returning to the state of FIG. 30(a).

In the states of FIGS. 30(a) to 30(c), the size (longitudinal length) of the notification area R2 is constant, and the map alarm screen display function displays the own vehicle icon 311 (vehicle icon) directly above the notification area R2. display the map image so that the current position of This map image is drawn such that the traveling direction side of the vehicle coincides with the upward direction of the display 15 .

When there is a transition (transition 5) from the state of FIG. A second notification area 322 appears at a second fixed position. Appearance of the second notification area 322 moves the second notification area 322 from the first fixed position to the second fixed position as shown in FIG. , by stopping and displaying at the second fixed position.

During the movement display and the stop display, the GPS warning display function displays target notification information 319 about the target information to be notified in the first notification area 321, and the public control information display function displays in the second notification area 322, Display the public notification information 320 about the public control information to be notified.

As shown in FIG. 31( a ), in the process of appearance of the second notification area 322 , the target notification information 319 is displayed in the overlapping portion of the first notification area 321 and the second notification area 322 . Information 320 is not displayed. Thereby, the visibility of the target notification information 319 is ensured. Furthermore, the target notification information 319 is statically displayed at a fixed position throughout the process of appearance of the second notification area 322 . Therefore, the visibility of the target notification information 319 is further improved. In addition, the moving display of the second notification area 322 and the public notification information 320 makes it easier for the user to notice that transition 5 has occurred.

When there is a transition (transition 6) from the state of FIG. , the second notification area 322 appears. In the process of the appearance of the second notification area 322, the public notification information 320 of the first notification area 321 is erased and the target notification information 319 is displayed at the same time when the transition 6 occurs. As a result, the display of the vehicle information screen 111 and the like becomes as shown in FIG. 30(b).

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 31(a), the second notification area 322 displaying the public notification information 320 is moved and displayed from the first fixed position to the second fixed position, and then shown in FIG. 31(b). , the second notification area 322 appears by stopping and displaying the second notification area 322 at the second fixed position. Therefore, as in the case of transition 5, it is possible to secure and improve the visibility of the target notification information 319 and to improve the recognizability of the newly displayed public notification information 320 . In addition, since the target notification information 319 is displayed at the same time as the transition 6 (FIG. 30(b)), the user can confirm the target notification information 319 from the time of the transition 6. FIG.

When there is a transition (transition 7) from the state in which both the notification target information and the notification target public control information exist (FIG. 31(b)) to the state in which only the notification target information exists (transition 7), the second The notification area 322 is erased. In this erasure, first, as shown in FIG. 32(a), the public notification information 320 in the second notification area 322 is erased, and then the second notification area 322 is moved and displayed from the second fixed position to the first fixed position. It is done by FIG. 32(b) shows a state in the middle of moving display. The state in which erasure of the second notification area 322 is completed is the same as in FIG. 30(b).

As shown in FIGS. 32(a) and 32(b), the blank translucent notification area R2 becomes narrower in the course of the moving display, thereby making it easier for the user to notice that there was a transition 7. . During this time, the target notification information 319 remains displayed at the first fixed position, so the visibility of the target notification information 319 is maintained during this period.

When there is a transition (transition 8) from the state in which both the notification target information and the notification target public enforcement information exist (FIG. 31(b)) to the state in which only the public enforcement information exists (transition 8), the second notification Erase area 322 . In this erasure, the target information 319 in the first notification area 321 is first erased (FIG. 33(a)), and then, as shown in FIG. This is performed by moving and displaying toward one fixed position, and stopping and displaying the second notification area 322 at the second fixed position as shown in FIG. 33(c).

In the course of this moving display, the public notification information 320 is displayed in the second notification area 322. As shown in FIGS. In the overlapping area only the stationary display 318 is displayed. Thereby, the visibility of the steady display 318 is ensured.

Along with the moving display of the second notification area 322 in transitions 5 and 6, the notification area R2 becomes wider, and therefore the boundary 323 between the notification area R2 and the area outside it moves upward on the display screen. . On the other hand, with the moving display of the second notification area 322 at transitions 7 and 8, the notification area R2 becomes narrower, and therefore the boundary 323 moves downward.

When the boundary 323 is moved, the map warning screen display function draws the map image so that the position of the own vehicle icon 311 (the current position of the vehicle) in the map image is maintained directly above the notification area R2. That is, in conjunction with the upward (downward) movement of the boundary 323, the own vehicle icon 311 is moved upward (downward). The moving speed of the boundary 323 and the moving speed of the vehicle icon 311 are the same. As a result, the map image on the traveling direction side of the current position is displayed in the entire area outside the notification area R2 (or in a wider portion of the outside area), thereby displaying a more useful map image for the user who is driving. be able to.

On the other hand, even if the boundary 323 moves, the standby screen display function does not move the standby screen. This keeps the standby screen easy to see.

In the single-stage display mode, the notification area R2 is composed only of the first notification area 321, and the target information 319 or the public notification information 320 is displayed in the notification section 321a according to a predetermined priority order.

FIG. 34 shows a display example of the radar wave warning function. This radar wave warning function is activated when the microwave receiver 24 detects a signal corresponding to microwaves in the frequency band emitted from a speed measuring device (mobile radar, etc. (hereinafter simply referred to as "radar")). , the radar wave warning display 330 is displayed on the vehicle information screen 111 or the like of the display device 15, and a warning sound is output from the speaker 26. FIG. For example, when microwaves in the frequency band of microwaves emitted by radar are detected by the microwave receiver 24, as shown in FIG. A warning screen is displayed on the display 15, and the voice data stored in the database 29 is read out to output the voice "Radar. Be careful of the speed" from the speaker 26. - 特許庁The displayed distance may be, for example, the distance estimated from the electric field intensity.

The radar wave warning function has a cancellation function.

The cancellation function is a function that determines that radar waves received near the location are false information based on the reception status of radar waves, microwaves, etc. near the same location, and prevents warnings from being issued by the radar wave warning function. be. Specifically, when a radar wave is received, the cancellation function stores the reception history of the radar wave after driving within a 200m range of the point, and if it is received at a certain frequency or more, cancels the point. Store as cancel data.

The cancellation data can be exported to the memory card 60, and the user can take over the cancellation data using the memory card 60 when replacing the radar detector 10 by purchase. Cancellation data can be uploaded to the service server 80 or the like, and cancellation data uploaded by many users can be provided to users as big data.

The radio alarm function is a function of issuing an alarm so as not to hinder the movement of the emergency vehicle or the like when the radio receiver 25 receives radio waves emitted by the emergency vehicle or the like. In the radio alarm function, control radio, car location radio, digital radio, special radio, station active radio, police phone, police activity radio, tow radio, helicopter radio, fire helicopter radio, firefighting radio, emergency radio, expressway radio , security radio frequencies, etc., and when a radio signal is received at the scanned frequency, a schematic diagram indicating that the radio signal corresponding to the frequency stored in the database 29 for each radio type has been received is displayed as an alarm screen. Along with being displayed on the display 15, the voice data stored in the database 29 for each wireless type is read out, and an alarm sound indicating the wireless type is output from the speaker 26. FIG. For example, when receiving a crackdown radio, it outputs a voice such as "This is crackdown radio. Be careful of speed."

The alarm restriction function is a function that restricts the operation of the radar wave alarm function, wireless alarm function, GPS alarm function, etc. under specific conditions. A specific condition can be set by operating the menu window 210 or its lower hierarchical menu window. For example, if the vehicle speed is 30 km/h or less, or if the radar wave is weak, it is possible to set the radar wave warning function, radio warning function, and GPS warning function to not output warnings in whole or in part. be.

The restriction cancellation function is a function for canceling the restriction by the alarm restriction function under specific conditions. For example, if the zone 30 exists as target information to be notified, the radar detector 10 issues an alert using the radar wave alert function, radio alert function, and GPS alert function regardless of the setting of the alert limit function. As a result, even when the vehicle speed is less than 30 km/h and the radar waves are weak, it is possible to warn the user.

The running information log function stores running information generated based on information such as the current position, current time, and speed (vehicle speed) output from the GNSS receiver 23, control information of the vehicle 4 output from the OBD2 connector, etc., in the database 29. It is a function to store as a log file in The travel information log function stores travel information for each travel period, with a period from when the ACC of the vehicle 4 is turned on until the ACC is next turned off as one travel period. ACC on/off is detected by a signal from the OBD2 connector. Since the power supply from the OBD2 connector to the radar detector 10 continues for a predetermined time after the ACC switch is turned off, it is possible to store the driving information when the ACC is turned off. .

The travel information log function generates one piece of travel information for one travel period and stores it in the database 29 . FIG. 35(a) shows an example of travel information. As shown in the figure, each travel information includes travel start date and time, travel end date and time, travel time, travel start latitude, travel start longitude, travel end latitude, travel end longitude, travel distance, remaining fuel at start of travel, remaining fuel at end of travel. It has information elements such as fuel and fuel efficiency. Each travel information can also contain information elements other than this.

The travel start date and time and the travel end date and time indicate the dates and times when the ACC is turned on and off, respectively. The date and time are measured by a timer or the like that the GNSS receiver 23 has. The travel time is calculated as the time from the travel start date and time to the travel end date and time.

The travel start latitude, travel start longitude, travel end latitude, and travel end longitude are the latitude/longitude of the current position output from the GNSS receiver 23 when the ACC is turned on and off, respectively.

The traveled distance is the distance traveled by the vehicle 4 during the traveling period from when the ACC is turned on until it is turned off. The travel distance can be calculated based on the rotation speed of the axle of the vehicle 4 output from the OBD2 connector. It can also be calculated based on the output from the GNSS receiver 23 .

The remaining fuel at the start of travel and the remaining fuel at the end of travel are the remaining amounts of fuel in the fuel tank of the vehicle 4 when the ACC is turned on and off, respectively. The remaining amount of fuel can be calculated from the output from the OBD2 connector (measurement signal from a fuel meter or the like).

The fuel consumption can be calculated from the distance traveled, the remaining fuel at the start of travel, and the remaining fuel at the end of travel.

The travel information log function stores travel information for one month in the database 29 as one log file. A CSV file format is used as the file format. FIG. 35(b) shows a portion of the file structure of the database 29 related to log files. As shown in the figure, subfolders for each year (“2013”, “2014”, etc.) are created under the folder named “crmgr”, and “01.csv”, “02.csv”, etc. are created in each subfolder. A log file is stored. The numbers (“01”, “02”, etc.) in the name of the log file indicate the month in which the travel information of the log file was acquired.

As for the wireless communication function, the radar detector 10 uses the SD card function, wireless LAN function, Internet connection function, etc. of the memory card 60 attached to the memory card reader/writer 20 to communicate with the memory card 60, the smartphone 50, the schedule server 90, etc. These are various functions realized by transmitting and receiving data to and from, etc. The wireless communication functions include a calendar setting function, a tally display function, a first input function, a second input function, a wireless setting function, a social network server posting function, an AP mode function, and the like.

The calendar setting function is a function of setting a user account, password, and calendar ID for the radar detector 10 to access the schedule server 90 in the radar detector 10 .

36(a), (b) and FIG. 37(a) show a setting screen 507, a WLAN screen 508 and a calendar screen 509 displayed on the display 15 by the controller 28. FIG. The setting screen 507 is the setting screen 211 described with reference to FIG. 17 and the like. The WLAN screen 508 is displayed by operating the WLAN button 507 a on the setting screen 507 , and the calendar screen 509 is displayed by operating the calendar button 508 a on the WLAN screen 508 .

Hereinafter, the descriptions such as "operate", "display", etc. from the human viewpoint indicate the result of the processing performed by the control unit 28 to receive such operations and perform such display. It is a thing.

The calendar screen 509 displays buttons for account setting 509a, password setting 509b, calendar ID setting 509c, setting from file 509d, and delete setting 509e.

When the setting 509 d is selected from the file on the calendar screen 509 , a file with a predetermined name (for example, “a.txt”) is read from the root folder of the second flash memory 66 of the memory card 60 . User accounts, passwords, and calendar IDs must be stored in the file in the following predetermined format and order.
xxxx@yyyy.com <Line feed>
ZZZZZZZ <line break>
xxxx@group.calendar.yyyy.com
In the above example, the first line is the user account, the second line is the password, and the third line is the calendar ID.

When the reading is normally performed, a confirmation screen 510a shown in FIG. User accounts, passwords and calendar IDs are stored in database 29 . After displaying the message screen 510b for a certain period of time, the controller 28 causes the display 15 to display the calendar screen 509 .

When account setting 509a, password setting 509b, or calendar ID setting 509c is selected on calendar screen 509, input screens 512a to 512c (FIG. 38) for setting a user account, password, or calendar ID are displayed on display 15. and the user can enter this information manually.

On the calendar screen 509, the user account, password and calendar ID stored in the database 29 can be deleted by selecting the delete setting 509e.

The tabulation function is a function for displaying tabulated data of travel information stored in the database 29 on the display 15 .

When the monthly recording button 507b is touched on the setting screen 507 shown in FIG. 36, the control unit 28 causes the display 15 to display the monthly recording data screen 513 shown in FIG. 39(a).

On the monthly record data screen 511, a monthly total data column 513a calculated from the travel information of the database 29 is displayed. In the example shown in the figure, running information acquired during the month of May 2014, that is, aggregated data of all running information in the log file recorded for the same month is displayed.

More specifically, the total data column 513a displays the year and month, the number of operations, the traveled distance, and the average fuel consumption. The year and month are the year and month when the travel information in the log file was acquired. The number of operations is the number of pieces of travel information in the target log file. The traveled distance is the sum of the traveled distances of all travel information in the target log file. The average fuel consumption is the average value of fuel consumption for all travel information in the target log file. In the following description, the year and month displayed in the aggregated data column 513a are referred to as "target year and month", and the log file of the target year and month is referred to as "target log file".

By operating the previous month button 513b/next month button 513b on the monthly record data screen 513, it is possible to display the total data column 513a for the log files of the previous month/next month. Further, when the details button 513d is operated on the monthly record data screen 513, a monthly management data details screen 514 (FIG. 39(b)) displaying the details of the driving information in the target log file can be displayed. As shown in the figure, the monthly management data detail screen 514 displays, in a list format, the acquisition date and time of the travel information, the travel distance, and the fuel consumption for each travel information recorded in the target log file. The acquisition date and time displayed here can be the travel start date and time.

The first input function is a function of collectively inputting (transmitting/uploading) a plurality of pieces of travel information stored in the database 29 to the schedule server 90 using the Internet connection function. This function eliminates the need for the user to perform operations such as connecting to the schedule server 90 for each travel period. Therefore, it is possible to move the vehicle to a place where the connection state to the Internet 2 is good, and collectively input travel information to the schedule server 90 .

In the first input function of this embodiment, when the My Calendar button 513e is operated on the monthly record data screen 513 shown in FIG. Send multiple pieces of travel information all at once.

In this process, in response to the operation of the My Calendar button 513e, the control section 28 first accesses the schedule server 90 using the Internet connection function and the user account, password and calendar ID stored in the database 29. 1 Acquire identification information for identifying travel information input to the schedule server 90 in the past by the input function.

As this identification information, the UID of each schedule information stored in the storage area 95 designated by the calendar ID is used. It should be noted that the acquisition of identification information may be performed only for the target year and month. The acquired identification information is stored in the second flash memory 66 of the memory card 60 . Note that while the identification information is being acquired, the control unit 28 displays a notification screen 515a shown in FIG. 40 on the display 15 to notify the user of the processing status.

FIG. 41 shows an example of an http request method sent to the schedule server 90 and an http response sent from the schedule server 90 in response to it when acquiring the identification information. Since there is no Content-Length in the response, the network error (0x82) is given in the memory card 60, but the status code (207) in the file can be checked and OK can be given.

When the acquisition of the identification information is completed, the control unit 28 collates the data part indicating the date and time included in the acquired identification information (UID) with the travel start date and time of each travel information of the target log file stored in the database 29, Only travel information that does not match any of the character strings indicating the date and time included in the acquired identification information is extracted. (Travel information that matches both is ignored.)

When the above-described extraction of travel information is completed, the control unit 28 creates transmission data by processing each extracted travel information into a predetermined input format. The travel information is processed by calculating, tagging, or arranging information elements included in the travel information.

As described above, based on the date and time of the identification information (UID) acquired from the schedule server 90 and the date and time of each travel information in the target log file, the travel information transmitted to the schedule server 90 in the past is excluded and sent to the schedule server 90. Since batch input is performed, it is possible to reduce the time, processing load, communication volume, etc. associated with batch input. In addition, since the previously transmitted travel information is identified using only the identification information (UID) portion of the schedule information, the processing load, communication traffic, etc. associated with identification can be reduced. Further, when the travel information is input to the schedule server 90, the schedule information stored in the schedule server 90 is not changed or deleted. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the schedule information that the user has input from the user terminal 100 or the like to the schedule server 90 from being changed or deleted.

FIG. 42 shows an exemplary content of transmission data created from travel information. In the figure, "AAACAL20140525T182650" tagged with "UID" is identification information of the traveling information to be transmitted. The identification information is composed of a user ID (“AAACAL”) and a character string (“20140525T182650”) indicating the travel start date and time of the travel information. "DTSTART; TZID=Asia/Tokyo" and "DTEND; TZID=Asia/Tokyo" are tagged to the running start date and time and the running end date and time, respectively. "Distance 0.3 km (12.8 km/l)" tagged with "SUMMARY" is title information. The title information is created using the travel distance and fuel efficiency of the travel information. "35.674608, 139.590805" tagged with "LOCATION" is location information. The location information indicates the travel end latitude and travel end longitude.

The data format of the transmitted schedule information is iCalendar. "BEGIN:VCALENDAR", "BEGIN:VEVENT", "DESCRIPTION:", "END:VEVENT", "END:VCALENDAR", etc. are headers and footers for identifying the start and end of schedule information.

The predetermined input format is the same as the predetermined input format used when the schedule information is transmitted from the user terminal 100 or the like to the schedule server 90 described with reference to FIG. 14(b).

The transmission data created as described above is transmitted to the URL of the storage area 95 on the schedule server 90 specified by the calendar ID. The destination URL is created by combining the URL of the storage area 95 (https://www.calender.com/calendar/dav/ZZname@Amail.com/events) and the identification information of the schedule information. The schedule information may be transmitted in the CalDAV standard using WebDAV, or the like.

At the time of the above transmission, the transmission data is temporarily stored in the RAM 64 of the memory card 60, but the RAM 64 cannot be read from an external device such as the user terminal 100 via a card reader. 100 or the like, the travel information transmitted to the schedule server 90 can be prevented from being displayed on the user terminal 100 or the like against the user's intention.

While the travel information is being transmitted to the schedule server 90 as described above, the control unit 28 displays notification screens 515b to 515d shown in FIG.

The schedule server 90 extracts information elements contained in the travel information by parsing the travel information transmitted by the first input function, and stores them as schedule information in the storage format described with reference to FIG. . As a result, the schedule server 90 can display the travel information input from the radar detector 10 by the first input function as schedule information on the calendar screen 510 . The user can browse the calendar screen 510 displayed in this way on the user terminal 100 or the like, and the user can obtain a predetermined record simply by looking at the record 501d displayed on the user terminal 100 or the like by the network system 1. It is possible to recognize information about the vehicle during the travel period, and use the travel information automatically acquired by the radar detector 10 as past travel history.

If the user 5 installs the radar detector 10 in the vehicle 4 owned by the user 5, the network system 1 can confirm information about the vehicle during a predetermined driving period of the owned vehicle. In addition, it is possible to confirm information about the vehicle 4 driven by the user 5 himself/herself during a predetermined running period. If the radar detector 10 is detachable from the vehicle 4, it is possible to diversify the selling manner of the radar detector 10. - 特許庁

The period from when the ACC of the vehicle 4 is turned on until the next ACC is turned off is defined as one driving period, and the driving information for each driving period is recorded. The user can easily confirm the driving information for each period, and the user can confirm the driving information for each period during which the vehicle is supposed to be driven on the user terminal 100 or the like without manually inputting each time.

43 to 45 show how the calendar screen 501 changes as travel information is transmitted by the first input function. As shown, every time travel information is transmitted, a record 501d displaying the driving start time and title information of the transmitted travel information is added to the date display column 501a corresponding to the driving start date and time of the travel information. It will be displayed. For example, a record 501d about travel information whose travel start date and time is 8:21 on May 28, 2014 is displayed in the display field 501a for May 28th. In this way, the user can confirm the date and time of driving by the date and time of driving in the display field 501a and the driving start time, and can confirm the movement information such as the distance traveled and the fuel consumption from the title information.

Note that updating the calendar screen 501 from FIG. 43 to FIG. 45 can be performed by pulling down "Others" displayed on the upper right of the screen as shown in FIG. 46 and selecting "Update".

As shown in FIG. 47, by clicking any record 501d of the travel information (schedule information) on the calendar screen 501, a detailed window 501g for the record 501d can be popped up.

Also, on the calendar screen 501, by adjusting the display period by operating the change button 501c, it is possible to display the record 501d as a band from the running start time to the running end time as shown in FIG. 48(a). is. This makes it easier to visually grasp the running time.

In the detail window 501g, the travel start date and time and the travel end date and time (start date and end date and time of the schedule information and location information) in the travel information corresponding to the record 501d are displayed. The location information is a numerical value indicating the end latitude and longitude of the end of the run, and by clicking the "Map" link 501h in the detail window 501g, these information are sent to the web service of the map server (not shown) on the Internet 2. By passing the numerical value, it is possible to view a map page 516 showing a map of the surroundings of the location information on the user terminal 100 or the like, as shown in FIG. 48(b). In this way, the user can confirm the location of the travel end date and time by the latitude and longitude or the position on the map.

As described above, by using the travel information in the radar detector 10 as the schedule information on the schedule server 90, it is possible to give the travel information a high utility value as a travel history/travel record.

The second input function is a function of uploading the travel information recorded in the database 29 by the travel information log function to, for example, a web server (not shown) operated by the manufacturer of the radar detector 10 . Uploading travel information by the second input function can be performed in a manner similar to that described above for uploading to the schedule server 90 . The input of the travel information to the web server may be performed by inputting travel data from the database 29 to the user terminal 100 or the like via the memory card 60 and transmitting the travel data from the user terminal 100 or the like to the web server.

The web server aggregates the transmitted travel information on a monthly basis to logged-in user terminals 100 and the like, and can provide information such as the number of travels, date and time, distance, fuel consumption, date of refueling, and the like. Information can be displayed in an easy-to-understand manner using a graph as shown in FIG. 49, thereby further enhancing the usability of travel information.

The wireless setting function is a function of receiving setting of operating conditions of the radar detector 10 by the smartphone 50 using the wireless LAN function of the memory card 60 . The operating conditions of the radar detector 10 can be set by operating the menu window 210 or its lower hierarchical menu window, and the set operating conditions are stored in the database 29 . The operating conditions stored in the database 29 are hereinafter referred to as "main body operating conditions".

The wireless setting function satisfies the condition that the radar detector 10 is connected to the smartphone by the tethering function, or that the radar detector 10 and the smartphone 50 are connected to the same SSID network 3 of the wireless LAN master device. 50, the wireless setting function causes the display 15 to display the setting QR code screen 150 of FIG. If this condition is not satisfied, the wireless setting function notifies the user of non-connection through the notification screen 151, and terminates the process.

The QR code (registered trademark) displayed on the setting QR code screen 150 stores the IP address of the setting page file (HTML file) stored in the second flash memory 66 of the memory card 60 . The setting page file stores main body operating conditions transferred from the database 29 . The setting page file is created at an appropriate timing such as when the memory card 60 is attached to the radar detector 10 .

By reading this QR code (registered trademark) with the QR code reading software of smartphone 50 , it is possible to open the setting page file on the browser of smartphone 50 . A setting screen 601 is displayed.

By selecting each item displayed on the setting screen 601, the confirmation selection screens 602 to 607 shown in FIGS. 52 and 53 are displayed. The operating conditions of the detector 10 can be set. Confirmation selection screens 603 to 607 correspond to buttons 507d to 507g, respectively, and lower-level menus displayed when buttons 507d to 507g in setting screen 507 of FIG. 36 are operated on confirmation selection screens 603 to 607 Each operating condition that can be set in the window can be set. If the setting items of the radar detector 10 increase, the items that can be set on the confirmation selection screens 603 to 607 should be increased correspondingly.

In the confirmation selection screens 603 to 607, a plurality of menu windows in a higher-lower relationship among the menu windows in the lower hierarchy corresponding to the respective buttons 507d to 507g (for example, for the confirmation selection screen 603, the button 507d is selected). The selection items displayed in the menu window displayed by this and the menu windows in the lower layer thereof are arranged (expanded) on single confirmation selection screens 602 to 607 . Selection items that cannot be displayed on the confirmation selection screens 603 to 607 on the display device 54 can be displayed by swiping the confirmation selection screens 602 to 607 in the vertical direction. Since selection items of a plurality of menu windows can be displayed (or swiped) on a single screen, the user can easily grasp what selection items are available.

When "Load settings" is selected on the setting screen 601, a message window displaying "Do you want to load the main body settings?" The setting page file data is discarded and read into the smartphone 50 again.

When "Transfer settings" is selected on the setting screen 601, a message window displaying "Do you want to transfer the settings to the main unit?" The operating conditions selected by are overwritten in the setting page file. When the radar detector 10 detects this overwriting, it refers to the setting page file and changes the main body operating conditions in the database 29 . As a result, the radar detector 10 can be operated under the operating conditions selected on the confirmation selection screens 603-607.

The wireless setting function uses the browser function of the smartphone 50 to enable setting of operating conditions, and does not require an application. Therefore, there is no need for examination by an application provider that provides the application, and functions can be easily added or changed.

In this embodiment, since the main body operation settings of the radar detector 10 can be changed by referring to the setting page file of the memory card 60, the settings created in the previous radar detector 10 can be changed when the radar detector 10 is replaced. It is possible to take over machine operation settings using a page file. A setting page file may be created in a cloud database using the Internet connection function, and used to change the main body operation settings. A setting page file may be uploaded to the service server 80 or the like to share operation settings among users, or an operator or the like of the service server 80 may select popular operation settings and provide them to users as standard settings.

The social network server posting function is a function of posting information (tweeting) to a social network server (not shown) on the Internet 2 such as Twitter using an Internet connection function or the like.

With the radar detector 10 connected to the Internet 2 by the Internet connection function, when the post button 507c is operated from the setting screen 507 of FIG. ” and send it to the social network server. "#YYtorishimari" in the above tweet data is a hashtag, "Crackdown now" is a message, and "34.728905, 137.453193" is location information of the current position output from the GNSS receiver 23. . A map image such as the map alarm screen 111 may be made swipe-operable, and a point selected by the swipe operation may be transmitted as location information.

The messages accumulated in the social network server as described above can be displayed by accessing the social network server from the user terminal 100 or the like and using the hashtag #YYtorishimari. As a result, control information and the like can be distributed in real time, and the information can be shared with other users of the radar detector 10 .

The AP mode function uses the wireless LAN function to display an additional screen (second screen) to the screen of the display device 15 on the display device 54 of the smartphone 50, and the voice output using the smartphone 50. Includes AP voice functions that perform

FIG. 54 shows a conceptual diagram of the system when the AP screen function is used. In this case, image data scheduled to be displayed on smartphone 50 is stored in storage device 52 in advance, and data designating image data to be displayed is transmitted from radar detector 10 to smartphone 50 . can display images. This enables image display on the two screens of the display device 15 and the display device 54 . In this case, the display device 15 and the display device 54 should display different screens (for example, the map warning screen 111 and the standby screen 121). The radar detector 10 may be provided with a video output terminal so that the second screen can be displayed on a large screen on a television receiver or the like. A video input terminal may be provided in the radar detector 10 so that an image of the device can be displayed on the display 15 .

FIG. 55 shows a conceptual diagram of the system when the AP voice function is used. In this case, the audio data scheduled to be output from the smartphone 50 is stored in the storage device 52 in advance, and data designating the audio data to be output is transmitted from the radar detector 10 to the smartphone 50 . can output sound. This allows the output of clearer audio or audio at a higher volume. The smartphone 50 may be wired/wirelessly connected to an external audio device, and audio may be output from the external audio device.

Preferred embodiments have been described above, but the shapes, dimensions, materials, functions, operation modes, control modes, control parameters, operation modes, etc. of devices, systems, programs, elements, members, etc. in the above embodiments are described as examples. and these are subject to change.

For example, in addition to the above functions, the radar detector 10 has a control information sharing function, an orbis map display function, a wire frame display function, a positioning acceleration function, an autonomous driving function, a voltage display function, an additional information display function, a voice reading function, Advanced function, voice memo function, live-action image function, customization function, image recognition function, traffic information display function, zone 30 warning function, character display function, advertisement display function, prefectural road/national road display function, positioning satellite selection function, arrival time prediction Display, posted information proximity notification function, priority standby function, traffic jam posting/announcement function, parking position information transfer, home notification function, alarm level setting function based on frequency.

The control information sharing function is a function that utilizes the control information sharing of control information posting sites on the Internet 2, receives text information delivered by mail at the radar detector 10, and displays it on the display device 15.

The Orbis map display function is a function to display a map of Orbis only, a scope of Orbis only, or an Orbis guide plate on the display 15, and the position of a target such as Orbis from a very long distance (several tens of kilometers, hundreds of kilometers). display in a manner that can be understood only by When displaying on a map, prepare map data with a large scale and display the positions of Orvis and the like. It may be a bright point like a dragon radar, or an Orvis guide board may be arranged in order of distance like a navigation intersection guide board.

The wireframe display function is a function to issue an alarm using a wireframe and a console window. In this function, an alarm screen is displayed by adding a wireframe animation window and a console window to a pseudo 3D wireframe radarscope. The basic colors are fluorescent colors such as sky blue and amber, and the animation, for example, changes colors with pinpoint accuracy only for the Orbis camera. do not.

The high-speed positioning function downloads satellite orbit calculation data, such as highly accurate pseudo-ephemeris data calculated by a high-performance computer, from a satellite information providing server (not shown) on the Internet 2, and receives this by GNSS. It is a function that supplies the signal to the device 23 and performs positioning at high speed. Thereby, positioning of the GNSS receiver 23 can be sped up. This function is useful for users who drive less frequently. It is preferable to download the calculation data each time the power of the radar detector 10 is turned on. Downloads can be 10 kB per day, 50 kB per 7 days, 100 kB per 14 days, and so on. It is also conceivable to use SPI.

Autonomous driving function, even in tunnels without guidance data and GPS signals, the GNSS receiver 23 calculates the current position by inputting the speed from the OBD2 connector and the position coordinates corrected by map matching to the GNSS receiver 23. It is a function. The load on the control unit 28 can be reduced. It is also possible to use the output data of the acceleration sensor and the gyro sensor together to calculate the current position.

The voltage display function is a function of displaying the power supply voltage (power supply voltage division A/D conversion) of the radar detector 10 supplied from the OBD2 connector or the like on the display 15 or the like. If the power supply voltage when the engine is off is displayed, it can be used as an indicator of the degree of battery consumption.

The additional information display function is a function for displaying additional information such as weather forecast and road traffic information on the display 15 . Such information may be obtained from organizations that provide information such as weather forecasts.

The voice memo function is a function of recording voice according to user's operation. For example, when a specific operation (for example, two consecutive touches) is performed on the display 15, voice data (user's utterance, etc.) picked up by the built-in microphone of the radar detector 10 is recorded. It is good to record the own vehicle position and the time at the time of recording. It is preferable to end the recording after a certain period of time from the start of recording or when a specific operation (for example, two consecutive touches) is performed on the display 15 . The voice memo function automatically reproduces the recorded voice and outputs it from the speaker 26 or the like at a specific timing such as when the engine is turned off. You can easily record errands, ideas, etc. that come to your mind while driving. Since the information is automatically reproduced when getting out of the car, forgetting to reproduce can be prevented or the user can surely remember the information.

The text-to-speech function is a function of outputting the information displayed on the display device 15 (public control information, additional information, etc.) from the speaker 26 in synthesized voice according to the user's operation. The user's operation may be a specific operation (for example, two consecutive touches) on the display 15 .

The photographed image function is a function of displaying on the display 15 a photographed image of the front of the vehicle 4 photographed by the camera 30 . The live-action video function has a function of superimposing characters, icons, etc. indicating targets, etc., on the live-action video at the positions of the targets, etc., in the live-action video, using technologies such as augmented reality. This makes it possible to grasp the position of a target in front of the vehicle 4 or the like. It is possible to set, as a main body operating condition, whether to display a real image or the vehicle information screen 111 or the like on the display 15 at standard time (when no event is detected). The live-action image function is activated when an event occurs while the vehicle information screen 111 or the like is being displayed (for example, when an acceleration exceeding a certain level, impact, etc. that is assumed to cause an accident, etc. is detected from the output of the acceleration sensor 47, etc.). ) has an automatic switching function to switch the display to the actual image. The photographed image function has an event recording function of storing, in the database 29 or the like, photographed images of a certain period of time before and after an acceleration or the like exceeding a certain level is detected. It may have an image storage function for storing a snapshot taken when passing through an orbis or the like as image data in the database 29 or the like. The event recording function and the image storage function have a function of simultaneously storing vehicle information such as vehicle speed together with videos and images. Videos and images are recorded, for example, in the second flash memory 66 or the like. The photographed image function may have a function of superimposing and displaying a translucent map warning screen 111 on the photographed image. A pseudo HUD display may be performed in the live-action video.

The customization function is a function that allows the user to customize the screen configuration of various screens displayed on the display unit 15 and various sounds output from the speaker 26 in an original manner. For example, various maps (from cool maps to cute maps), various icons that match the taste of the map, various warning/warning screens that match the taste of the map, various voices and sound effects, etc. can be sent from the service server 80, etc. By downloading it for free, the user can customize the screen, etc.

The image recognition function is a function that installs a camera on the left rear for motorcycle recognition and makes an announcement to prevent entanglement. Tracking of police motorcycles can also be determined. By reading the number and identifying the number of the masked police car, the approach detection of the masked police car may be performed.

The traffic jam information display function receives information for safe driving support such as traffic jam information provided by DSRC, VICS (registered trademark), beacon information, etc. using FM or wireless LAN function, etc. It is a function that issues warnings according to traffic conditions, such as "Caution for rear-end collision" and "There is a merging vehicle ahead".

The zone 30 warning function is a function that, when the zone 30 exists as target information to be notified, the warning by blinking of the LED light-emitting member is kept in a constant blinking state while traveling within the zone 30 .

The character display function is a function of displaying different characters on the display 15 according to the type of voice output from the speaker 26 (male voice, female voice, etc.).

The advertisement display function is a function of displaying advertisement information received using the Internet connection function on the display device 15 . By displaying advertisements from time to time, users feel "connected to the Internet"
can feel

The prefectural road/national road display function displays the prefectural road and national road on which the vehicle is traveling, and displays the names of the left and right roads in advance before an intersection. This is because prefectural roads and national roads may be easier to understand than place names depending on the user or locality.

The positioning satellite selection function is a function that allows the user to arbitrarily select a satellite system that the GNSS receiver 23 uses for positioning from among the following three groups. This is because there are cases where the system that is easy to receive differs depending on the area or the like.
1. GPS, QZSS, SBAS (MSAS, GAGAN, WAAS, EGNOS, etc.)
2. GLONASS (Russia)
3. Beidou (China)

The estimated arrival time display is a function that displays the arrival time based on the past travel time when traveling on a commuting route with a fixed route. For example, it is possible to set CPs (checkpoints) on the route and make corrections based on the travel time for each CP. By setting the CP, different routes can be handled. The CP is set in advance and the distance to the CP is displayed.

The posted information proximity notification function is a function to determine whether acquired information is neighboring information at the time of real-time information distribution (posting, etc.) received every 15 minutes or the like, and issue a special warning if it is neighboring information. For example, the information 200 km ahead at the time of departure is not alarmed, but the information within a 20 km radius is alarmed. Determining whether real-time information is applied on a user's usual commute route, not within a 20 km radius, and issuing a dedicated alert may be performed. It is also conceivable to create points such as My Area and use past latitude and longitude logs. It is possible to display information that is one order of magnitude farther (within a 20 km range) than the normal warning range (within a 2 km range). Information that is two digits far away (within a range of 200 km, etc.) is not displayed.

The priority standby function is a function that displays a standby screen arbitrarily set by operating a switch for a certain period of time.

Congestion posting/notification function is a function to add traffic congestion items to real-time posting/distribution.

Parking position information transfer is a function of notifying the smartphone 50 of the current position of the vehicle when the ACC or engine is turned off. The notification can be made, for example, by data transmission using a wireless LAN function, or the current position may be displayed on the display 15 as a QR code (registered trademark) and read by the smartphone 50 . The current position of the vehicle can be checked using the map display function of the smartphone 50 or a dedicated application, and the vehicle can be returned. This is convenient when the vehicle is parked in a large parking lot or the like.

The home notification function is a function for registering a home and outputting a phrase such as "welcome home" from the speaker 26 when the home is approaching.

The alarm level setting function based on the frequency is a function for raising the alarm level or increasing the alarm volume as the center frequency is closer to the center frequency based on the second VCO voltage when receiving the radar wave.

In addition, the following modifications are also possible.

FIG. 56 shows another method of appearance of the second broadcast area at transition 4 or 5. FIG. In this example, first, in the first notification area 321, the target notification information 319 and the public notification information 320 of the first notification area 321 and the second notification area 322 are superimposed and displayed (FIG. 31(a)). The public notification information 320 is displayed semi-transparently so as not to impair the visibility of the target notification information 319 . After that, the second notification area 322 displaying the public notification information 320 is moved and displayed upward (FIG. 31(b)), and finally, the second notification area 322 is stopped and displayed at the second fixed position (FIG. 31(b)). 31(c)). In the process of moving display, as the overlap between the first notification area 321 and the second notification area 322 becomes smaller, the transparency of the background image of the second notification area 322 and the public notification information 320 is reduced and clearly displayed.

The display 15 may be replaced with a VDF (registered trademark), a vacuum fluorescent display, a segment display, or the like, or may be used in combination with a VDF (registered trademark) so that the display can be confirmed even under high luminous intensity (for example, under sunlight). . The touch panel 16 uses a light touch operation type so as to reduce the inclination of the case body 12 when touched, or instead of the touch panel 16, detects the user's operation by wired operation with a touch pad placed on the dashboard or the like. You can A proximity sensor may be used instead of the touch panel 16 to detect the user's operation so as not to cause problems such as sebum stains due to touch.

4(a) to 4(d) show another embodiment of the case body 12. FIG.

The case main body 12 of FIG. 4(a) has a display 15 composed of a 3.6-inch color TFT liquid crystal display, but does not have direct switches such as a volume adjustment button 17 and a work button 18 (discontinued). ), the price is reduced, the size is reduced, and the screen is increased. These direct switch functions can be performed by button operations on the menu window 210 displayed on the display 15 . This point will be described later. The dimensions of the case main body 12 are 62 mm long, 105 to 110 mm wide, and 17 mm thick. The case body 12 can be further miniaturized (for example, length 62 mm x width 105 to 110 mm) by using a two-piece configuration in which specific elements such as an antenna and a receiving circuit that are normally accommodated in the case body 12 are separated. x 12 mm thick, 50 mm long x 87 to 95 mm wide x 14 mm thick, etc.).

FIG. 4(b) has the same external shape as the case body 12 of FIG. 1, but the direct switches such as the volume control button 17 and the work button 18 are abolished, and the LED light emission of the members is abolished. Therefore, the price is lowered.

When the case main body 12 of FIGS. 4(a) and 4(b) is adopted, the operations assigned to the direct switches such as the volume adjustment button 17 and the work button 18 are displayed on the menu window displayed on the display 15. It is performed by a touch operation to . Details of this point will be described later.

The case body 12 of FIG. 4(c) is embedded in the mirror 12A. The mirror 12A has an attachment structure for attachment to a rearview mirror provided in the vehicle interior 4. As shown in FIG. The mounting structure has a mounting arm on the rear surface (on the front side of the vehicle 4) for sandwiching the rearview mirror with the biasing force of the spring. In the case body 12 of FIG. 4C, the rotation/movement of the mirror 12A by touch operation is not preferable, so the operation of the radar detector 10 is performed by the remote control 43. FIG.

The screen displayed on the display 15 may be projected onto the meter panel cover of the vehicle 4 and displayed. As a result, the screen appears to stand out on the meter panel. Since the meter panel cover is usually equipped with a countermeasure against reflection of outside light, the visibility of the screen is improved. Unlike the display on the windshield, the projection display on the meter panel is not regulated by automobile safety standards, so it is possible to design with a high degree of freedom regarding the position and area of projection.

The radar detector 10 may optionally have a DC jack (not shown) so that it can also receive power from the cigarette lighter socket of the vehicle 4 .

It is also conceivable to ask a fashion brand that has a proven track record and is popular among young people to create the housing and screen design. There is a possibility that young people who are not interested in radar detectors will purchase it with a sense of fashion. The screen design and remote control may be made to look like an old-fashioned home-use game machine to give it a retro feel.

As shown in FIG. 57, the sound output hole for the sound output from the speaker 26 is preferably provided on the upper surface side of the radar detector body, particularly between the upper surface and the rear surface. By directing the sound output to the top side, this device, which is intended to be installed on the dashboard, uses the reflection of sound on the windshield to make it easier for the user to hear the alarm sound.

For example, as shown in FIG. 58(a), a cylindrical wall for inserting a speaker is provided in the upper part of the inner side of the rear case. It is preferable to adopt a configuration in which the directed sound is guided to the outside by a sound emitting cylinder portion provided so as to be guided to the sound emitting hole on the upper surface side of the case. In particular, as shown in FIG. 58(b), the cylindrical wall that houses the speaker has a notch at the bottom, and Phillips screws are provided at the four corners shown at the center bottom of FIG. 59(a) in the notch. A part of the sealed radar receiving module may enter. In this way, it is configured in an inverted L shape from the upper part to the right part of FIG. The sub-board (the board shown in FIG. 59(b)) and the radar receiving module can be arranged very close to each other, and the overall size of the device can be made very small.

In addition, the GPS module and the radio receiving module, which have conventionally been arranged on separate boards, are put together on one board as shown in FIG. Since the radar receiver module is placed inside the board so that it is surrounded by letters, the overall size of the device can be reduced, and the labor required for assembly can be greatly reduced.

In addition, the inverted L-shaped substrate in FIG. 59(b) includes a --shaped first circuit pattern having a connection portion to a circular speaker and a connection portion to a square GPS antenna, and a wireless receiving module. Separately configured I-shaped second circuit patterns for connecting the parts constituting the radio receiver are arranged in the --shaped part and the I-shaped part of one L-shaped board. configuration. In particular, it is preferable to provide a connecting connector for connecting each circuit to a circuit of another substrate in each of the minus-shaped portion and the I-shaped portion of one L-shaped substrate. In particular, a first connector for connecting a power supply line and a signal line from the first circuit pattern to the main board is provided on the back side (front side of the device) of the left end portion of the board in FIG. A second connector for connecting the power supply line and signal line from the second circuit pattern to the main board is provided on the back side of the lower end (the front side of the device) to connect the main board and this inverted L-shaped board. It is preferable to have a configuration in which they are connected. In this way, both patterns can be designed separately, so the design period can be shortened, and the fixing of the inverted L-shaped board to the main board can be stably and firmly performed by both connectors arranged at an oblique position. Moreover, the main board can be assembled in one step, and the manufacturing cost can be reduced.

The constituent elements described in each example, the constituent elements described in Means for Solving the Problems, and the elements to which ideas are applied may be arbitrarily combined to form an embodiment within a range that does not cause contradiction.

Each part of the drawing particularly describes the part necessary for the explanation of the present application.

Below is a copy of the claims as filed.
<Claims>
<Claim 1>
An electronic device having a notification area display function, which is a function of displaying on a display screen a first notification area and a second notification area capable of displaying one of the first notification information and the second notification information, respectively, regarding the current position of the vehicle. and
The notification area display function is
In a state where only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists, the presence of the second notification area in the first notification area displayed on the display screen without displaying the second notification area on the display screen to display the first or the second notification information,
When transitioning from a state in which only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists to a state in which both of them exist, the second notification area appears on the display screen, and the first notification area and the second notification information appear on the display screen. An electronic device, wherein the first notification information and the second notification information are displayed in each of the second notification areas.
<Claim 2>
The notification area display function is
When transitioning between a state in which only one of the first broadcast information and the second broadcast information exists and a state in which both of them exist,
2. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the second notification area is displayed while moving over a certain period of time, and then stopped and displayed.
<Claim 3>
The notification area display function is
When transitioning between a state in which only one of the first broadcast information and the second broadcast information exists and a state in which both of them exist,
moving and displaying the second notification area between a position overlapping with the first notification area and a position less overlapping with the first notification area than the position, and
3. The electronic device according to claim 2, wherein only one of the first notification information and the second notification information is displayed and the other is not displayed in the overlapping portion of the first notification area and the second notification area. device.
<Claim 4>
The notification area display function is
When transitioning between a state in which only one of the first broadcast information and the second broadcast information exists and a state in which both of them exist,
moving and displaying the second notification area between a position overlapping with the first notification area and a position less overlapping with the first notification area than the position, and
During the movement display, partially displaying the first notification information or the second notification information in a portion of the second notification area that does not overlap the first notification area,
3. The ratio of the display portion of the first notification information or the second notification information is increased or decreased according to the increase or decrease of the portion of the second notification area that does not overlap with the first notification area. electronics.
<Claim 5>
The notification area display function is
When both the first notification area and the second notification area are displayed on the display screen, the first notification area and the second notification area are displayed as a single continuous area without boundaries. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that:
<Claim 6> The notification area display function is
When transitioning from a state in which only the first notification information of the first notification information and the second notification information exists to a state in which both of them exist,
The second notification area displaying the second notification information appears on the display screen while the first notification area displaying the first notification information is displayed on the display screen. 6. The electronic device according to any one of 1 to 5.
<Claim 7>
The notification area display function is
When transitioning from a state in which only the second notification information of the first notification information and the second notification information exists to a state in which both of them exist,
After changing the display of the first notification area from the second notification information to the first notification information, the second notification area displaying the second notification information appears on the display screen. Item 7. The electronic device according to any one of items 1 to 6.
<Claim 8>
The notification area display function is
In a state where both the first notification information and the second notification information exist, displaying the first notification information in the first notification area and displaying the second notification information in the second notification area,
When transitioning from a state in which both the first notification information and the second notification information exist to a state in which only the first notification information exists,
The second notification information in the second notification area is erased, and the second notification area is moved from a position less overlapping with the first notification area to a position more overlapping with the first notification area. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the moving display is performed over time, and in the process of the moving display, the first notification information is continuously displayed in the first notification area. device.
<Claim 9>
The notification area display function is
In a state where both the first notification information and the second notification information exist, displaying the first notification information in the first notification area and displaying the second notification information in the second notification area,
When transitioning from a state in which both the first notification information and the second notification information exist to a state in which only the second notification information exists,
The first notification information in the first notification area is erased, and the second notification area is shifted from a position less overlapping with the first notification area to a position more overlapping with the first notification area. 9. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the moving display is performed over time, and the second notification information is continuously displayed in the second notification area in the process of the moving display. device.
<Claim 10>
The first notification area has a constant notification area that displays constant notification information different from the first notification information and the second notification information,
The notification area display function is
In the process of moving and displaying the second notification area when transitioning from a state in which both the first notification information and the second notification information exist to a state in which only the second notification information exists,
continuously displaying the constant notification information in the constant notification area;
In the overlapping part of the second notification information and the constant notification area, the second notification information is not displayed,
10. The electronic device according to claim 9, wherein the second notification information is displayed in the second notification area that does not overlap the constant notification area.
<Claim 11>
The notification area display function is
11. The first notification information and/or the second notification information are horizontally scroll-displayed in the first notification area and/or the second notification area. electronics.
<Claim 12>
The electronic device further has a vehicle information display function for displaying vehicle information about the vehicle in the first notification area and/or the second notification area,
The notification area display function overlaps the translucent background and the first notification information and/or the second notification information on the background with the vehicle information in the first notification area and/or the second notification area. 12. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the electronic device is displayed together.
<Claim 13>
The electronic device further has a map display function for displaying a map image with the current position as a base point on the display screen,
The base point is located in an area outside the first notification area and/or the second notification area on the display screen,
The positional relationship between the boundary between the first and/or the second notification area and the external area and the reference point is such that only one of the first and second notification information exists, and 13. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that it is constant between the states in which both are present.
<Claim 14>
The map display function is
14. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein a portion of the current position on the front side of the vehicle in the map image is displayed above the base point on the display screen.
<Claim 15>
The notification area display function is
The electronic device further has a meter image display function for displaying a meter image indicating operation information of the vehicle in an area outside the first notification area and/or the second notification area on the display screen,
The display position of the meter image is constant in a state where only one of the first notification information and the second notification information exists and a state where both of them exist. The electronic device according to any one of the above.
<Claim 16>
A program for causing a computer to implement the functions of the electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 15.

Reference Signs List 1 Network system 2 Internet 3 Network 4 Vehicle 5 User 6 Home 7 CAN network 10 Radar detector 12 Case body REFERENCE SIGNS LIST 13: Bracket 15: Display 16: Touch panel 18: Work button 19: Card slot 20: Memory card reader/writer 23: GPS receiver 24: Microwave receiver 25 Radio receiver 26 Speaker 27 Volume adjustment button 28 Control unit 29 Database 30 Camera 32 Connection cable 33 Connector Terminal 41 Lamp 42 Remote control receiver 43 Remote control 44 Infrared communication device 46 Geomagnetic sensor 47 Acceleration sensor 48 Atmospheric pressure sensor 50 Smart phone 51 .. CPU
52... Storage device 53... Operation device 54... Display device 55... Local area communication unit 56... LTE communication unit 60... Memory card 61... CPU
62 Card interface unit 63 Wireless communication unit 65 First flash memory 66 Second flash memory 71 CPU
72... Storage device 73... Operation device 74... Display device 75... Communication unit 80... Service server 81... Interface 82... Account information storage unit 83... Target information storage Part 84 Target information updating part 85 Target information providing server 86 Public control information storage part 87 Public control information updating part 88 Public control information providing server 90 Schedule server 91 Interface 92 Authentication server 93 Account database 94 Schedule database 95 Storage area 96 Schedule information file 100 User terminal

Claims (6)

A system for displaying information in a vehicle, comprising:
a display unit;
having a function of displaying a map on the display unit and displaying a translucent notification area superimposed on the map when there is notification information regarding the current position of the vehicle ;
The function to be displayed is
A system for moving and displaying the semi-transparent notification area by enlarging the semi-transparent notification area when there is notification information about the current position of the vehicle. The function to be displayed is
a moving display for moving the semi-transparent notification area from the first fixed position to the second fixed position so as to enlarge the semi-transparent notification area; and moving the semi-transparent notification area from the second fixed position to the second fixed position. 2. The system according to claim 1 , further comprising a moving display of moving to one fixed position. The system according to claim 1 or 2 , wherein the translucent notification area is a band-shaped or rectangular area displayed near the lower end of the display section. The function to be displayed is
Displaying the map and the vehicle icon on the display unit, and displaying the vehicle icon on the semi-transparent notification area in which the moving display is performed when there is notification information regarding the current position of the vehicle. 4. A system according to any one of claims 1-3 . The function to be displayed is
2. As the notification areas to be displayed superimposed on the map, a first notification area which is the translucent notification area and a second notification area different from the first notification area are displayed at different positions. 5. The system according to any one of items 4 to 4 . A program for causing a computer to implement the functions of the system according to any one of claims 1 to 5 .

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