Guidance device for manipulation of machine
US4682158A · kind A · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 17, 1985 |
| Grant date | Jul 21, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G2215/00345
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A machine has a control panel with a plurality of keys controlling various functions. A display exhibits prompts as to the proper operation of the machine. An operator can learn the functions of the keys by manipulating them and observing the resulting prompts. The display additionally exhibits maintenance and (in a diagnostic mode) diagnostic prompts. Sensors respond to various maintenance or diagnostic conditions. Signals from the sensors cause a storage means to supply corresponding prompts to the display to prompt the needed maintenance or diagnostic procedure. When the appropriate procedure has been performed, additional prompts for subsequent procedures will be displayed if appropriate.
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