Technique for effectively providing information responsive to a notable condition in a vehicle
US6587759B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 30, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 30, 2022 |
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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