Multi-function control device for vehicle
US6424337B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 24, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 23, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 24, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K2360/117
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-function control device for use with a motor vehicle includes a display unit adapted to be mounted to the vehicle. The display unit has a display screen for displaying information associated with a plurality of vehicle functions, and a plurality of keys corresponding to the plurality of vehicle functions. Each of the keys is operable to select a particular vehicle function so as to display information associated with the particular vehicle function on the display screen. The control device further includes a mouse adapted to be mounted to the vehicle proximate the display unit. The mouse has at least one mouse switch in communication with the display unit. Furthermore, the at least one mouse switch is operable to control the plurality of vehicle functions.
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