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Method and system for adjusting a function in a vehicle

US6449535B1 · kind B1 · utility

31Cited by
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25Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 30, 2001
Grant dateSep 10, 2002
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Expiry dateOct 30, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2325/304
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In a multimedia information and control system for use in an automobile, at least one interface is employed which enables a user to access information concerning the automobile and control vehicle functions in an efficient manner. The user may select one of a plurality of displayed options on a screen of such an interface. Through audio, video and/or text media, the user is provided with information concerning the selected option and the vehicle function corresponding thereto. Having been so informed, the user may activate the selected option to control the corresponding vehicle function.

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