Panel control method of voltage stabilizing power supply and voltage stabilizing power supply thereof

Abstract

The application discloses a panel control method of a stabilized power supply and the stabilized power supply, and the method comprises the following steps: obtaining a signal output by a certain button of a panel of the stabilized power supply, and defining the signal as a reset trigger signal of an extended function; and when the reset trigger signal is received, the following steps are performed: calling a pre-stored extended function identification code, and outputting and controlling a display of the stabilized power supply to sequentially display; displaying any extended function for a T1 time length; receiving and recording other button signals output by the panel within each T1 time; if the reset trigger signal is received within any T1 time, the other button signals and their output forms within the T1 time are recorded as corresponding function trigger signals; if the reset of the extended function is not triggered at present, the extended function identification code is identified according to the function trigger signal, and a pre-stored function instruction is called to execute. The application has the effect of improving the user experience of the stabilized power supply.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to power supply equipment, and more particularly to a regulated power supply. Background Technology

[0002] A regulated power supply refers to an electronic device that can provide a stable AC / DC power supply to a load unit.

[0003] like Figure 1 As shown, this is a front view of a regulated power supply. From the figure and most regulated power supplies on the market, it can be seen that the number of control buttons on the front of the regulated power supply is relatively limited. However, the functions of regulated power supplies are becoming increasingly rich, such as extended functions: screen on / off, screen lock, setting storage, etc. are being added, which makes it difficult for the original buttons to meet the needs.

[0004] To address the above, the existing solution is to divide a button into long press and short press, with each press triggering a different function of the regulated power supply, thus ensuring a clean regulated power supply control panel while meeting diverse functional control needs.

[0005] Regarding the above, the inventor believes:

[0006] Different manufacturers, series, and types of extended functions of voltage regulators result in different triggering methods for the same extended function. This inevitably requires users to relearn how to use the voltage regulator after changing equipment. Before becoming familiar with it, occasional misoperations may occur due to habitual thinking, affecting the user experience. Therefore, this application proposes a new technical solution. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To improve the user experience of regulated power supplies, this application provides a panel control method for regulated power supplies and a regulated power supply thereof.

[0008] In a first aspect, this application provides a panel control method for a regulated power supply, employing the following technical solution:

[0009] A panel control method for a regulated power supply, comprising:

[0010] The signal output from a specific button on the regulated power supply panel is defined as the reset trigger signal for the extended function; and, when a reset trigger signal is received, then:

[0011] It calls the pre-stored extended function identification code and outputs and controls the display of the regulated power supply to display the sequence;

[0012] Any extended function displays the duration of T1;

[0013] Receive and record other button signals output by the panel during each T1 time period;

[0014] If other key signals are received within any time interval T1, then the other key signals and their output forms within that time interval T1 are recorded as the corresponding function trigger signals.

[0015] If a reset trigger signal is received during the continuous display of the extended function and lasts for a duration of T2, then the reset of the extended function will end.

[0016] If the extended function reset is not triggered at present, the extended function identification code will be identified according to the function trigger signal, and the pre-stored function instructions will be executed.

[0017] Optional, also includes:

[0018] If two or more other key signals are received within any T1 time period, the latest other key signal and its output form shall be used as the function trigger signal.

[0019] Optional, also includes:

[0020] If a reset trigger signal is received during the continuous display of extended functions for a duration of T3, then other extended function identification codes will be displayed in sequence, starting with the previously displayed extended function code.

[0021] Secondly, this application provides a regulated power supply, which adopts the following technical solution:

[0022] A regulated power supply includes a power supply body, wherein the memory of the power supply body stores a program that can be loaded by a processor and executed to implement a panel control method for any of the regulated power supplies described above.

[0023] Optionally, one button on the panel of the power supply body is a multi-level self-recovery button, and the self-recovery duration has at least three options: instant recovery, T2 duration, and T3 duration.

[0024] Optionally, the multi-position self-return button includes:

[0025] The key base is an insulator and has keyways formed on it;

[0026] The key body is slidably connected to the key slot, and one end extends out of the key slot as a touch terminal;

[0027] A fixed conductor, which is fixed inside the key socket and located on the side of the key body away from the touch terminal; and,

[0028] The movable conductor is fixed to the end of the key body away from the touch terminal and is driven by the key body to contact the fixed conductor;

[0029] A spring is located between the key body and the keyway, with one end fixed to the key body;

[0030] The key body and the key base are rotatably connected, and the rotation center axis is the center axis of the key groove. A locking mechanism is also provided between the key body and the key base for locking the signal output duration of the multi-position self-resetting key. The timing duration of the locking mechanism is adjusted with the rotation amount of the key body.

[0031] Optionally, the key body has a cavity, and the cavity has an open structure facing the fixed conductor; the locking mechanism includes:

[0032] An electromagnet, which is fixed to the bottom of the keyway and serves as a magnetic key body;

[0033] Electrode one is fixed to one end of the cavity of the bond body;

[0034] Electrode 2 is fixed to the side of the electromagnet facing the key body cavity and is located below electrode 1.

[0035] There are two electrodes, which are arranged around the central axis of the cavity; contact between any one of the electrodes and any one of the electrodes controls the electromagnet to be energized.

[0036] When one of the electrodes is conducting, the duration of the electromagnet magnetic attraction key body T2 is as follows:

[0037] When the other electrode is conducting, the duration of the electromagnet magnetic attraction key body T3 is...

[0038] Optionally, the locking mechanism further includes a time relay, wherein the coil of the time relay is connected in series with two electrodes, and the moving contact is connected in series with a moving conductor / fixed conductor.

[0039] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects: users can configure the functions of the buttons on the regulated power supply panel according to their past habits and preferences, thereby improving the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0040] Figure 1 This is a front panel view of an existing regulated power supply;

[0041] Figure 2 This is a flowchart illustrating the method of this application;

[0042] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the multi-position self-resetting button of the regulated power supply of this application;

[0043] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the longitudinal section structure;

[0044] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 It includes an explosion diagram.

[0045] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 1. Key seat; 2. Key body; 3. Fixed conductor; 4. Moving conductor; 5. Spring; 6. Electromagnet; 7. Electrode 1; 8. Electrode 2; 9. Insulating plate; 10. Limiting post. Detailed Implementation

[0046] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 2-5 This application will be described in further detail.

[0047] This application discloses a panel control method for a regulated power supply.

[0048] Reference Figure 2 The panel control methods for regulated power supplies include:

[0049] ST1: Obtain the signal output from a button on the panel of the regulated power supply and define it as the reset trigger signal for the extended function.

[0050] It is understandable that the aforementioned extended functions could be non-traditional power supply functions such as turning the display panel on / off and locking the screen.

[0051] The above steps are generally written into the program by product development personnel of the voltage regulator manufacturer with authorization, and a trigger switch for resetting the button relationship of the extended function is pre-set for the product.

[0052] ST2. When a reset trigger signal is received, then:

[0053] 1) Call the pre-stored extended function identification code and output and control the display of the regulated power supply to display the sequence.

[0054] In this embodiment, the aforementioned extended functions are pre-stored in the motherboard storage unit of the regulated power supply, and each is assigned an identification code for recognition; the identification codes are such as: 01, 02, etc. The reason for this setting is that a large part of the display panel of the regulated power supply still uses a traditional LED display, that is, composed of dots and lines, and it is simpler to represent it with the above identification codes.

[0055] The above sequence shows that each extended function is applied sequentially, not randomly; and considering that subsequent settings require resetting the button relationships to passively end extended functions, it actually loops.

[0056] In this embodiment, any extended function displays the duration of T1, which can be 10 seconds, 20 seconds, etc., as long as it satisfies the user's need to confirm the corresponding button.

[0057] 2) Receive and record other button signals output by the panel during each T1 time period.

[0058] It is understandable that "other buttons" here refers to buttons other than those that issue a reset trigger signal for extended functions.

[0059] If other key signals are received within any time interval T1, then the other key signals within that time interval T1 and their output forms are recorded as the corresponding function trigger signals; wherein, the output forms include: continuous output of different durations; for example: continuous for 3 seconds; continuous for 5 seconds;

[0060] If a reset trigger signal is received during the extended function's continuous display period, and the duration is T2 (e.g., 3 seconds), then the extended function reset will end.

[0061] As can be seen from the above, after applying this method, users can customize the function settings of the buttons on the regulated power supply panel according to their past habits and preferences, thereby improving the user experience.

[0062] ST3. If the extended function reset is not triggered at present, the extended function identification code is identified according to the function trigger signal, and the pre-stored function instruction is executed.

[0063] It is understandable that for any function of a voltage regulator, there is a corresponding instruction, or program information; this data is also pre-stored in the memory of the voltage regulator's motherboard, so that it can be called when needed to enable the voltage regulator to perform the corresponding function.

[0064] If a user accidentally misoperates when setting the button functions on the regulated power supply panel, and it cannot be changed to a matching button, the preceding ST2 step needs to be repeated, which is relatively inconvenient. Therefore, this method also includes:

[0065] If two or more other key signals are received within any T1 time period, the latest other key signal and its output form shall be used as the function trigger signal.

[0066] That is, within the same T1, if the A button is pressed for 3 seconds the first time, and it is found to be incorrect afterward, the user can press the B button for 4 seconds to replace the former, thereby ensuring the smooth operation of the button function settings.

[0067] Furthermore, this method also includes: if a reset trigger signal is received during the continuous display of extended functions, and the display lasts for a duration of T3 (e.g., 6 seconds), then other extended function identification codes are displayed in sequence, starting with the previously displayed extended code.

[0068] Based on the above, if a user believes that the previous button function settings were incorrect, they can use the button that generates the reset trigger signal to flip back the extended function identification code to reset it.

[0069] In summary, this method not only allows the button functions of the regulated power supply to be freely set according to the user's habits and preferences, but also ensures that it is always operated by a single button (which generates a reset trigger signal) in conjunction with other existing buttons. In other words, this method does not require the installation of too many additional buttons, nor does it complicate the functions of other existing buttons.

[0070] This application also discloses a regulated power supply.

[0071] A regulated power supply includes the main body of the power supply, i.e., the chassis and other circuit structures that achieve stable power supply. The difference in this application is that:

[0072] The power supply unit (motherboard) has a memory that can be loaded by a processor to execute a program that implements the panel control method of any of the above-described regulated power supplies.

[0073] In order to better realize the functions of the above method with the power supply body, one of the buttons on the panel of the power supply body is set as a multi-level self-recovery button, and the self-recovery time of the button is at least three types: instant recovery, T2 time, and T3 time.

[0074] This button setting simplifies button function configuration, eliminating the need for manual timing to complete different operations; simply set the button to the corresponding position.

[0075] In one embodiment of this application, the multi-level self-reply button is specifically described using the three reply durations mentioned above as examples, referring to... Figure 3-5 It includes:

[0076] Key seat 1 is an insulator, consisting of two parts: the lower part is a cylinder with a longitudinal slit, the inner cavity of which serves as the keyway; the upper part is a flat circular ring with a slit, which is fixed to the upper part of the cylinder, with the slits aligned.

[0077] The key body 2 is columnar in shape and fits the key groove of the key base 1. It is slidably connected to the key base 1, and its upper end extends outward from the key groove to ensure that the key body 2 does not slide completely into the key groove.

[0078] Fixed conductor 3 is located inside key base 1 and its position relative to key base 1 is fixed; it is located below key body 2;

[0079] The movable conductor 4 is arranged around the lower end face of the key body 2 and is fixed to the key body 2;

[0080] Spring 5 is located at the center of key body 2, with its length parallel to the central axis of key body 2, and its upper end is fixed to key body 2, while its lower end is fixed in position.

[0081] In use, the fixed conductor 3 and the movable conductor 4 are connected by a wire passing through the crack, forming an open circuit structure. When the user presses the key body 2, the spring is compressed 5 times and the movable conductor 4 moves until it contacts the fixed conductor 3. The two conductors make contact and form a complete circuit, and an electrical signal is output. Afterward, the spring 5 returns to its original position, the key body 2 moves upward, the movable conductor 4 separates from the fixed conductor 3, and the electrical signal output stops, thus realizing the basic key feedback function.

[0082] It should be noted that in this application, the keyway is designed as a cylindrical post, not only to guide the sliding of the key body 2, but more importantly, to accommodate the multi-position design. Specifically:

[0083] Reference Figure 4 A locking mechanism is provided between the key base 1 and the key body 2. The locking mechanism is used to lock the key body 2 at different time intervals when it is rotated to different positions, so that the key outputs a signal of the time interval. The locking mechanism includes: electromagnet 6, electrode 1 7, and electrode 2 8.

[0084] Among them, the electromagnet 6 is fixed to the bottom of the keyway of the key seat 1.

[0085] Electrode 7 is fixed to the bond body 2, which, as mentioned above, is hollow inside with a cavity and an opening at the bottom. More specifically, electrode 7 is embedded and fixed at the closed end of the cavity, that is, the top of the cavity of the bond body 2.

[0086] Electrode 2 8 is fixed above electromagnet 6; more specifically, an insulating plate 9 for isolation is glued to electromagnet 6, and electrode 2 8 is fixed to the insulating plate 9 by a bracket; there are multiple electrodes 2 8 (e.g., 2 for example), and they are arranged around the central axis of the keyway, and are used in conjunction with electrode 1 7.

[0087] The insulating plate 9 has an upwardly extending limiting post 10 formed in the middle, and the lower end of the spring 5 is sleeved on the limiting post 10.

[0088] The aforementioned support can be composed of multiple short pillars with a ring fixed on them, and an electrode 8 is fixed on the upper part of the ring. The movable conductor 4 is located below the ring, and its inner edge is in close contact with the short pillars.

[0089] In use, electromagnet 6 and electrode 7 are connected in series, and two electrodes 8 are connected in parallel, with the parallel structure being an open circuit with electrode 7. Then, when the key body 2 is rotated to bring electrode 7 into contact with one of the electrodes 8, electromagnet 6 becomes conductive and magnetically attracts key body 2 (movable conductor 4), keeping key body 2 in the pressed state.

[0090] Based on the above, when one electrode 8 is turned on, the electromagnet 6 is de-energized for time T2; when the other electrode 8 is turned on, the electromagnet 6 is de-energized for time T3.

[0091] There are various ways to implement the above timing content, such as microcontroller implementation. This application uses a time relay for implementation, such as a time delay relay (power-on delay type). The relay coil is connected in series with electrode 2 8, and the moving contact is connected in series with moving conductor 4 / fixed conductor 3.

[0092] One electrode 8 corresponds to a delay time of T2; assuming the user rotates key 2 so that electrode 7 is directly above electrode 8, then:

[0093] When the user presses key 2, key 2 compresses spring 5, causing movable conductor 4 to move downwards and contact fixed conductor 3, resulting in the key outputting an electrical signal. At this time, electrode 7 and electrode 8 come into contact, electromagnet 6 is energized, and it magnetically attracts key 2, allowing the key to continuously output an electrical signal. After a delay of T2, the time relay contacts open, breaking the circuit between movable conductor 4 and fixed conductor 3, thus terminating the electrical signal output. After use, pulling key 2 upwards separates electrode 7 and electrode 8, de-energizes electromagnet 6, and spring 5 helps key 2 return to its original position.

[0094] As described above, the multi-position self-resetting button can automatically output an electrical signal for a certain period of time based on the selected position, eliminating the need for manual determination of the button press duration and providing greater precision. Furthermore, the T2 and T3 durations do not interfere with each other; the button will not gradually change from T2 to T3, as manual repositioning of button 2 and adjustment of the position would be required in between. Additionally, the aforementioned upper structure design of button 2 also helps users to lift button 2.

[0095] Understandably, the pointer can be engraved on the top surface of the key body 2, and the timing duration corresponding to each electrode 8 can be engraved on the upper flat circular ring of the key base 1 to facilitate user operation.

[0096] Reference Figure 5 Example: Below the mark "0" in the figure, there is no electrode 2 8, so when key 2 is pressed and released, it is lifted by spring 5, which is considered to output a key signal;

[0097] Below the position marked "3" in the figure, there is motor 2 8, and its corresponding time relay is timed for 3 seconds. It is assumed that after key body 2 is pressed, it will continuously output a key signal for 3 seconds.

[0098] Below the mark "6" in the diagram, there is motor 2 8, and its corresponding time relay is timed for 6 seconds. It is assumed that after key 2 is pressed, it will continuously output a key signal for 6 seconds.

[0099] In summary, the combination of multi-position self-resetting buttons and panel control methods allows users to accurately and freely set the button functions, improving the user experience of the regulated power supply.

[0100] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A regulated power supply, comprising a power supply body, characterized in that: The power supply unit's memory stores a computer program that can be loaded by a processor and executed to implement a panel control method, the panel control method including: The signal output from a specific button on the regulated power supply panel is defined as the reset trigger signal for the extended function; and, when a reset trigger signal is received, then: It calls the pre-stored extended function identification code and outputs and controls the display of the regulated power supply to display the sequence; Any extended function displays the duration of T1; Receive and record other button signals output by the panel during each T1 time period; If other key signals are received within any time interval T1, then the other key signals and their output forms within that time interval T1 are recorded as the corresponding function trigger signals. If a reset trigger signal is received during the continuous display of the extended function and lasts for a duration of T2, then the reset of the extended function will end. If the extended function reset is not triggered at present, the extended function identification code will be identified according to the function trigger signal, and the pre-stored function instructions will be executed. One button on the panel of the power supply body is a multi-level self-recovery button, and the self-recovery time is at least three types: instant recovery, T2 time, and T3 time. The multi-position self-recovery button includes: The key base (1) is an insulator and has keyways formed on it; The key body (2) is slidably connected to the key groove, and one end extends out of the key groove as a touch terminal; A fixed conductor (3) is fixed inside the key base (1) and located on the side of the key body (2) away from the touch end; and, The active conductor (4) is fixed to the end of the key body (2) away from the touch end and is driven by the key body (2) to contact the fixed conductor (3). Spring (5) is located between key body (2) and keyway, and one end is fixed to key body (2). The key body (2) is rotatably connected to the key seat (1), and the rotation center axis is the center axis of the key groove. A locking mechanism is also provided between the key body (2) and the key seat (1) for locking the signal output duration of the multi-position self-return key. The timing duration of the locking mechanism is adjusted with the rotation amount of the key body (2). The key body (2) has a cavity, and the cavity is open on the side facing the fixed conductor (3); the locking mechanism includes: An electromagnet (6) is fixed to the bottom of the keyway and serves as a magnetic key body (2). Electrode 1 (7) is fixed to one end of the cavity of the key body (2); Electrode 2 (8) is fixed to the side of the cavity of the electromagnet (6) facing the key body (2) and is located below electrode 1 (7); Among them, there are two electrodes (8), which are arranged around the central axis of the cavity; any one of the electrodes (7) and any one of the electrodes (8) contact the electromagnet (6) to energize it; When one of the electrodes (8) is turned on, the electromagnet (6) magnetically attracts the key body (2) for a duration of T2; When the other electrode (8) is turned on, the electromagnet (6) magnetically attracts the key body (2) for a duration of T3.

2. The regulated power supply according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: If two or more other key signals are received within any T1 time period, the latest other key signal and its output form shall be used as the function trigger signal.

3. The regulated power supply according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: If a reset trigger signal is received during the continuous display of extended functions for a duration of T3, then other extended function identification codes will be displayed in sequence, starting with the previously displayed extended function code.

4. The regulated power supply according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking mechanism also includes a time relay, the coil of which is connected in series with electrode two (8), and the moving contact is connected in series with moving conductor (4) / fixed conductor (3).

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