Apparatus for treating laundry

Abstract

An apparatus for treating laundry is provided. According to one embodiment, an apparatus for processing laundry includes a user interface (UI) unit in which a user interface is provided and which includes a screen on which an image is output, where, while performing laundry processing, the screen may have an output thereon: a first page on which a plurality of pieces of information are displayed, the plurality of pieces of information are associated with setting and / or processing of the equipment for processing the clothes; or a second page on which at least one piece of information of the plurality of pieces of information is not displayed, and during the processing, the screen output is changed from the first page to the second page.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for treating laundry. Background Art

[0002] The laundry treating apparatus is an apparatus that performs necessary treatment on laundry, such as removing dirt from the laundry or drying the laundry, by placing the laundry, such as clothes or bedding, in a drum.

[0003] Necessary treatment of the clothes can be achieved by a process including one or more of a washing cycle, a rinsing cycle, a dehydration cycle, a drying cycle, and a refresh cycle. The washing cycle is a process of separating foreign matter attached to the clothes with water and detergent. The rinsing cycle is a process of separating the clothes and foreign matter with water. The dehydration cycle is a process of removing water from the clothes. The drying cycle is a process of removing moisture from the clothes. The refresh cycle is a process of performing one or more of deodorization, wrinkle removal, and sterilization of the clothes using one or more of air or steam.

[0004] When the laundry treatment device is arranged to remove dirt from the laundry, the laundry treatment device may perform cycles such as washing, rinsing, dehydration and drying. The laundry treatment device may include: a housing defining an exterior; a tub contained in the housing; a drum rotatably mounted inside the tub and configured to receive laundry loaded therein; and a detergent supply device configured to supply detergent into the drum. In the case where wash water is supplied to the laundry contained in the drum, when the drum is rotated by a motor, dirt may be removed from the laundry by friction between the laundry and the drum and the wash water.

[0005] When the laundry treatment apparatus is arranged to dry the laundry, the laundry treatment apparatus may provide dry air to the laundry to remove moisture from the laundry. The laundry treatment apparatus may include a housing, a drum rotatably arranged in the housing, and a heating device configured to heat or dry air provided to the laundry. When the dry air is provided to the laundry contained in the drum, moisture present in the laundry may be evaporated and removed by the dry air, so that the laundry may be dried.

[0006] Korean Patent Application Publication No. 10-2022-0029635A1 discloses a clothes processing device including a plurality of processing devices. The clothes processing device of the document has a first processing device arranged on the upper side and a second processing device arranged on the lower side. A control panel is provided in the central area of ​​the front of the clothes processing device, and the control panel includes an operation part and a display part for controlling the first processing device and the second processing device.

[0007] In recent years, consumers have been paying more and more attention to interior design. This attention is reflected in the trend of home appliances becoming furniture. Home appliances, which were once considered electronic devices, are no longer satisfied with designs that are cluttered with many operating buttons, but need to meet consumers' increasingly improved aesthetic needs. Summary of the invention

[0008] Technical issues

[0009] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a clothes treating apparatus that implements a simple user interface for a control panel capable of controlling a plurality of treating apparatuses constituting the clothes treating apparatus while also enhancing indoor aesthetics when the clothes treating apparatus is placed in an installation environment.

[0010] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a clothes treating apparatus that allows an image displayed on a user interface (UI) during operation of a cycle and / or a program to be aesthetically blended into an installation space.

[0011] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a laundry treating apparatus including a user interface allowing for quick operation between consecutive household activities.

[0012] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a clothes treating apparatus including a user interface that enables a user to comfortably check important information from a long distance and easily recognize operation of the apparatus between consecutive household activities.

[0013] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a clothes treating apparatus which provides a user interface image which can be changed as needed and is highly aesthetic.

[0014] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a clothes treating apparatus which provides a user interface image which can be changed as needed and can increase readability by configuring the image mainly with necessary information according to situations.

[0015] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a clothes treating apparatus capable of displaying information about a state of a first treating apparatus and information about a state of a second treating apparatus on one image.

[0016] The first processing device and the second processing device included in the present disclosure both perform certain processing on the clothes. One of the first processing device and the second processing device can prepare more effective processing before the actual processing. The purpose of the present disclosure is to provide a clothes processing device that provides an image that allows the user to recognize that the preparation may depend on the execution of the other of the first processing device and the second processing device.

[0017] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a laundry processing device that is capable of displaying information indicating that a cycle of one of a first processing device and a second processing device is being prepared while executing a cycle of the other device, and is capable of displaying both information about the cycle being executed and information about the cycle being prepared on one image.

[0018] The objects that can be achieved by the embodiments are not limited to the objects specifically described above, and other objects not mentioned herein will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description.

[0019] Technical Solution

[0020] In one aspect, a device for treating clothes is provided. In one embodiment, the device may include a user interface (UI) portion, the user interface (UI) portion including a screen configured to output an image displaying a user interface. During the clothes treatment performed by the device, the screen may output a first page displaying a plurality of pieces of information related to the setting and / or treatment of the device or a second page not displaying at least one of the plurality of pieces of information. During the treatment, the image on the screen switches from the first page to the second page.

[0021] In one embodiment, the plurality of pieces of information may include a remaining time until the process is completed. The remaining time may be displayed on the first page and the second page, and the remaining time displayed on the second page may be shown in a larger size than on the first page.

[0022] In one embodiment, the plurality of pieces of information may include treatment options for the laundry treatment setting, wherein the treatment options may be displayed on the first page but not on the second page.

[0023] In one embodiment, switching from the first page to the second page may occur based on not receiving user input within a preset time.

[0024] In one embodiment, based on receiving user input on the second page, the page may be switched to the first page.

[0025] In one embodiment, the information may include one or more of ongoing cycle information, setting processing option information, communication connection status information, remote control setting information, door lock status information, drying preparation setting information, powerful jet setting information, steam setting information, ironing notification setting information, anti-wrinkle setting information and appointment setting information.

[0026] In one embodiment, based on an error occurring in the device, the screen may output an error pop-up window including an error title or an error resolution guide. Based on no additional error occurring within a preset time or longer after outputting the error pop-up window, the screen may output the first page or the second page, and the error title is displayed on the first page or the second page in a larger size than the error pop-up window.

[0027] In one embodiment, based on an error occurring in the device while the second page is displayed, the output on the screen may be switched from the second page to an error page displaying an error title.

[0028] In one embodiment, the error title may be displayed on the error page in a first size. Based on receiving a user input while outputting the error page, the screen may display the error title in a second size smaller than the first size, and may also output an error pop-up window displaying an error resolution guide, the error resolution guide being a user guide for resolving the error.

[0029] In one embodiment, the device may provide a reservation function for completing the process at a preset time. The plurality of pieces of information may include a remaining time before the process is completed. The remaining time may be displayed on the first page and the second page. The remaining time displayed on the second page may be shown in a larger size than that displayed on the first page. During execution of the reservation function, the output on the screen may switch from the first page to the second page.

[0030] In one embodiment, the apparatus may further include: a first treatment apparatus including a first drum configured to accommodate laundry therein; and a second treatment apparatus including a second drum configured to accommodate laundry therein.

[0031] In one embodiment, processing is performed by either of the first processing device and the second processing device.

[0032] In one embodiment, based on the operation of only one of the first processing device and the second processing device, the information displayed on the first page and the second page may correspond to an operation performed by only one of the first processing device and the second processing device.

[0033] In one embodiment, the device may further include: a first processing device, the first processing device including a first drum configured to accommodate clothes therein; and a second processing device, the second processing device including a second drum configured to accommodate clothes therein. Based on both the first processing device and the second processing device being operated, the screen may output a third page displaying a first remaining time before the process performed by the first processing device is completed and a second remaining time before the process performed by the second processing device is completed.

[0034] In one embodiment, based on the second processing device starting to perform laundry processing while the first processing device is performing laundry processing, the third page can be displayed after a preset time has passed.Based on the first processing device starting to perform laundry processing while the second processing device is performing laundry processing, the third page can be displayed after a preset time has passed.

[0035] In one embodiment, the third page may include a first area displaying the first remaining time and a second area displaying the second remaining time, the second area being different from the first area.

[0036] In one embodiment, the first area may correspond to an upper area of ​​the third page, and the second area may correspond to a lower area of ​​the third page.

[0037] In one embodiment, the user interface portion may further include: a first input unit configured to receive user input to execute or pause the processing of the first processing device; and a second input unit configured to receive user input to execute or pause the processing of the second processing device. Based on receiving input through the first input unit or the second input unit in the case of outputting the third page, the output on the screen may switch to the first page. Based on receiving the input through the first input unit, the information displayed on the first page may correspond to the first processing device. Based on receiving the input through the second input unit, the information displayed on the outputted first page may correspond to the first processing device.

[0038] In one embodiment, based on the processing of one of the first processing device and the second processing device being completed earlier than the processing of the other while the third page is output on the screen, the output on the screen may be switched to the first page. Based on the processing of the first processing device being completed earlier than the processing of the second processing device, the information displayed on the first page may correspond to the second processing device. Based on the processing of the second processing device being completed earlier than the processing of the first processing device, the information displayed on the first page may correspond to the second processing device.

[0039] In another aspect of the present disclosure, an apparatus for processing clothes may include: a first processing device, the first processing device including a first drum configured to accommodate clothes therein, the first processing device performing a first process; a second processing device, the second processing device including a second drum configured to accommodate clothes therein, the second processing device performing a second process; and a control panel, the control panel including a screen configured to output an image, the control panel providing a user interface (UI) for one or more of the first processing device and the second processing device. The screen can output: a first device operation user interface, which is output to operate the first processing device and is configured to display multiple pieces of information related to the settings of the first processing device and / or the first processing on a single page when the first processing device is operated; a second device operation user interface, which is output to operate the second processing device and is configured to display multiple pieces of information related to the settings of the second processing device and / or the second processing on a single page when the second processing device is operated; or a composite user interface, which is output when both the first processing device and the second processing device are operated, and is configured to display a first remaining time corresponding to the remaining time to complete the first processing and a second remaining time corresponding to the remaining time to complete the second processing on a single page.

[0040] In one embodiment, the composite user interface may skip displaying a portion of the plurality of pieces of information related to the first process and a portion of the plurality of pieces of information related to the second process.

[0041] In one embodiment, the composite user interface may be output based on the second processing device starting to operate while the first processing device is operating, or based on the first processing device starting to operate while the second processing device is operating.

[0042] In one embodiment, the composite user interface may be output after a preset time has passed based on the second processing device starting to operate while the first processing device is operating, or based on the first processing device starting to operate while the second processing device is operating.

[0043] In one embodiment, the screen may be a touch screen configured to receive a touch input from a user. The composite user interface may include a first area displaying the first remaining time and a second area displaying the second remaining time, the second area being different from the first area. Based on receiving the touch input in the first area, the screen may output the first device operation user interface. Based on receiving the touch input in the second area, the screen may output the second device operation user interface.

[0044] In one embodiment, based on not receiving user input for a preset time or longer while the first processing device and the second processing device are operating and the screen is outputting the first device operation user interface or the second device operation user interface, the output on the screen can be switched to the composite user interface.

[0045] In one embodiment, one of the plurality of pieces of information related to the first process displayed in the first device operation user interface may be a first remaining time, and one of the plurality of pieces of information related to the second process displayed in the second device operation user interface may be a second remaining time. The first remaining time and the second remaining time may be displayed in the composite user interface in a larger size than in the first device operation user interface and the second device operation user interface.

[0046] Beneficial Effects

[0047] According to various embodiments, the clothes treating apparatus may implement a simple user interface for a control panel capable of controlling a plurality of treating apparatuses constituting the clothes treating apparatus while also enhancing indoor aesthetics when the clothes treating apparatus is placed in an installation environment.

[0048] According to various embodiments, the clothes treating apparatus may allow an image displayed on a user interface (UI) during operation of a cycle and / or a program to be aesthetically blended into an installation space.

[0049] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a laundry treating apparatus may include a user interface that allows quick operations between consecutive household activities.

[0050] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a laundry treating device may include a user interface that enables a user to comfortably check important information from a long distance and easily recognize operation of the device between consecutive home activities.

[0051] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a clothes treating apparatus may provide a user interface image that may be changed as needed and may be highly aesthetically pleasing.

[0052] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the clothes treating apparatus may provide a user interface image that may be changed as needed, and may increase readability by configuring the image mainly with necessary information according to situations.

[0053] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the laundry treating apparatus may display information about a state of a first treating apparatus and information about a state of a second treating apparatus on one image.

[0054] According to various embodiments of the present invention, the first processing device and the second processing device can both perform certain processing on the clothes. One of the first processing device and the second processing device can prepare more effective processing before actual processing. The clothes processing device can provide an image that allows the user to recognize that the preparation may depend on the execution of the other of the first processing device and the second processing device.

[0055] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a laundry processing device may display information indicating that a cycle of one of a first processing device and a second processing device is being prepared while executing a cycle of the other device, and may display both information about the cycle being executed and information about the cycle being prepared on one image.

[0056] The effects of the present disclosure are not limited to those described above, and other effects not described will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art based on the present specification and the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0057] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a clothes treating apparatus according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0058] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram showing the mutual relationship between a control panel, a first processing device, and a second processing device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0059] Figure 3 is a front perspective view of a control panel according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0060] Figure 4 is an exploded perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0061] Figure 5 is an exploded view of a user interface portion according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0062] Figure 6a A table listing various touch gestures for touching a touch input unit according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0063] Figure 6b A table listing the flow of switching images on the screen by cause is shown.

[0064] Figure 7 A cycle flow according to one embodiment is shown when the washing machine is set as the first processing device or the second processing device.

[0065] Figure 8 A cycle flow according to an embodiment is shown when a dryer is set as the first processing device or the second processing device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0066] Fig. 9 A first device operation user interface displayed on a touch screen according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown, wherein a program selection page according to an embodiment is output.

[0067] Fig.10 Shown are changes and flows of pages output on a first device operation user interface displayed on a touch screen in a user interface section according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0068] Fig.11 The diagram shows changes and flows of pages output on a first device operation user interface displayed on a touch screen according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0069] Fig.12 An embodiment of a second page output on a first device operation user interface according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0070] Fig.13 An embodiment of an error page P340 output on a first device operation user interface according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0071] Fig.14 A user interface portion according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, and a process of outputting a composite user interface is shown.

[0072] Fig.15 Shown in Fig.14 The process of receiving input commands for the respective parts marked as (1), (2), (3) and (4) and changing the pages output on the touch screen in (d).

[0073] Fig.16An embodiment of a composite user interface according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0074] Fig.17 Embodiments of a composite user interface according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown, wherein (a) is an embodiment in which an error occurs in the second processing device, and (b) is an embodiment in which an error occurs in the first processing device.

[0075] Fig.18 An embodiment and process of outputting a composite user interface on a touch screen according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown.

[0076] Fig.19 In (e) an input is received via a first start / pause button while Fig.18 The case where a composite user interface is output as in (d) of FIG. 1 , and the case where an input is received through a second start / pause button is shown in (f).

[0077] Fig. 20 A user interface portion is shown in which a first processing device is powered on and a second processing device is powered off when a program selection page of a first device operation user interface is output on a touch screen according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0078] Fig.21 A process of setting a drying preparation function as a pre-preparation function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, and a page displayed on a touch screen for each process display when the drying preparation function is set and a program of a first processing device is executed is shown.

[0079] Fig. 22 A process of setting a drying preparation function as a pre-preparation function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, and a page for each process displayed on a touch screen when the drying preparation function is set and a processing program of a first processing device is executed when conditions for executing the drying preparation function are not met is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0080] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings to provide further understanding of the present disclosure to those skilled in the art.

[0081] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present disclosure can be implemented in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. In the accompanying drawings, parts not related to the description are omitted in order to clearly describe the present disclosure. Where possible, the same reference numerals will be used throughout the specification to refer to the same or similar parts.

[0082] In the present disclosure, redundant descriptions of the same components are generally omitted.

[0083] <Definition of terms>

[0084] As used in the following description, the term "clothes processing apparatus" refers to any apparatus capable of processing clothes by washing, drying or refreshing clothes. As used herein, the term "processing apparatus" refers to any apparatus capable of processing clothes by washing or drying clothes, but is defined as a subordinate concept of "clothes processing apparatus". In the illustrated and described embodiments, the clothes processing apparatus is an apparatus provided with a first processing apparatus and a second processing apparatus stacked on each other.

[0085] As used in the following description, the term "clothing treatment" refers to the treatment performed on clothing, such as washing, sterilizing, bleaching, softening and drying. Clothing treatment can be achieved by cycles and programs performed by clothing treatment equipment. One or more cycles are combined to form a program. One or more cycles are arranged in chronological order and can be combined to form a program. The cycle includes a washing cycle, a rinsing cycle, a dehydration cycle, a cooling cycle and a refresh cycle. The washing cycle is a process of separating foreign matter attached to clothing with water and detergent. The rinsing cycle is a process of separating clothing and foreign matter with water. The dehydration cycle is a process of removing water from clothing. The drying cycle is a process of removing moisture from clothing. The cooling cycle is a process of lowering the temperature of heated clothing. The refresh cycle is a process of performing one or more of deodorization, wrinkle removal and sterilization of clothing using one or more of air or steam.

[0086] As used in the following description, the term "detergent" refers to any substance used to sterilize or disinfect or remove impurities from clothes, fabrics, etc. In one embodiment, the detergent may take the form of a solid such as a powder or a liquid.

[0087] As used in the following description, the term "softener" refers to any substance or chemical used to soften clothes, fabrics, etc.

[0088] As used in the following description, the term "bleach" refers to any substance or chemical that chemically decomposes and removes coloring matter contained in fabrics and the like to whiten the fabrics and the like.

[0089] As used in the following description, the term "clothing treatment agent" refers to any substance that can cause a chemical or physical effect to treat clothing. In one embodiment, the clothing treatment agent may include detergents, fabric softeners, and bleaches.

[0090] As used in the following description, the term "fluid" refers to any fluid that can be mixed with a laundry treating agent or can serve as a solvent for the laundry treating agent. In one embodiment, the fluid can be wash water, ie, water.

[0091] As used in the following description, the terms “upper side”, “lower side”, “left side”, “right side”, “front side” and “rear side” will be understood with reference to a coordinate system in the drawings referred to.

[0092] In this specification, when a component is referred to as being "connected" or "coupled" to another component, it should be understood that the component may be directly connected or coupled to another component, or other components may exist in between. On the other hand, when a component is referred to as being "directly connected" or "directly coupled" to another component in this specification, it should be understood that there are no other components in between.

[0093] The terms used in this specification are only used to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present disclosure.

[0094] As used herein, the singular form "a," "an," and "the" include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0095] As used herein, the terms “including” or “having” are intended to specify the presence of the features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or a combination thereof disclosed in the specification, and should not be understood as excluding the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or a combination thereof.

[0096] As used herein, the term "and / or" includes a plurality of listed items or a combination of any items in the plurality of listed items. As used herein, "a or b" may include "a", "b" or "both a and b".

[0097] Figure 1 A laundry treatment apparatus 1 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. In this embodiment, the laundry treatment apparatus 1 includes a first treatment apparatus 10 , a second treatment apparatus 20 , and a control panel 2000 .

[0098] In the description of the present disclosure, the terms forward direction (+X), rearward direction (-X), first side direction (+Y), second side direction (-Y), upward direction (+Z), and downward direction (-Z) may be defined consistently with respect to the corresponding elements. For example, the front-to-back direction (+X, -X) of the first processing device 10 may be defined to be the same as the front-to-back direction of the second processing device 20, the control panel 2000, etc., and the lateral direction (Y) and the up-down direction (Z) may be defined similarly.

[0099] The first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 may be various types for processing clothes, such as a washing machine for washing clothes and / or a drying machine for drying clothes. The first processing device 10 may be a washing machine, and the second processing device 20 may be a drying machine. The first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 may both be washing machines or drying machines. The first processing device 10 may be a drying machine, and the second processing device 20 may be a washing machine. They may be various devices for processing clothes.

[0100] In one embodiment, the first processing device 10 arranged at the lower side may correspond to a washing machine for washing clothes. A first drum 12 and an outer tub 14 for accommodating clothes may be provided in the first processing device 10. The first drum 12 in the first processing device 10 may be rotatably arranged in the outer tub 14. In one embodiment, the first drum 12 has an axis arranged in the front-rear direction (+X, -X).

[0101] The first processing device 10 may include a first box 110 defining an exterior. The first box 110 may include a first front panel 112 arranged on the front side. The first front panel 112 may include a clothing opening communicating with the interior of the first drum 12. The clothing opening may be opened and closed by a first box door 17. Through the clothing opening, clothing to be processed or the like may be introduced into the first box 110 and accommodated in the first drum 12. The first processing device 10 may process the accommodated clothing. The first processing device 10 may wash, dry, and the like the accommodated clothing.

[0102] The first processing device 10 may be provided with a first side panel 115 arranged on each side facing the lateral direction Y, a first rear panel (not shown) arranged on the rear side, a first top panel (not shown) arranged on the upper side, and a first bottom panel (not shown) arranged on the lower side.

[0103] The first front panel 112, the first side panel 115, the first rear panel (not shown), the first top panel 119 and the first bottom panel (not shown) can be combined with each other to form the first box 110, and can be connected to each other. The first box 110 can define a space, and the built-in components (such as the first drum 12) constituting the first processing device 10 are arranged in the space. The detergent opening is formed in the first front panel 112, and the detergent storage unit 30 is inserted into the detergent opening. In the laundry processing device 1 according to one embodiment, the first processing device 10 is arranged on the ground. The detergent storage unit 30 can be positioned above the laundry opening of the first processing device 10, so that the insertion and extraction of the detergent storage unit 30 can be facilitated. The detergent storage unit 30 can be located between the laundry opening of the first processing device 10 and the control panel 2000. The detergent storage unit 30 can be located above the laundry opening of the first processing device 10 and below the control panel 2000. The detergent storage unit 30 can be inserted into the first box 10 or pulled out from the first box 110 by the user. For example, the user may separate the detergent storage unit 30 from the first tank 110 , store detergent in the detergent storage unit 30 , and then insert the detergent storage unit 30 back into the first tank 110 .

[0104] In one embodiment, a filter opening is formed in the first front panel 112. A filter unit 40 is inserted into the filter opening. The filter unit 40 is configured to capture foreign matter from the wash water. Through the filter opening, the filter unit 40 can be introduced into the first housing 110. The filter unit 40 can be arranged on one side of the lower portion of the first front panel 112. The filter unit 40 can be connected to a flow path for discharging wash water from the outer tub 14. The filter unit 40 can filter out foreign matter in the wash water discharged from the outer tub 14 after performing the washing process. The function of the filter unit 40 is not necessarily limited thereto, and can be arranged to filter out foreign matter from various objects. For example, the filter unit 40 can be arranged to filter out foreign matter from the wash water of the wash cycle before the wash cycle.

[0105] The user can insert the filter unit 40 into the first housing 110 or extract it from the first housing 110 through the filter opening. Once extracted, the filter unit 40 can be cleaned and reused or can be replaced. The filter unit 40 can have a longer insertion and extraction cycle than the detergent storage unit 16. Therefore, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, a detergent opening for inserting a detergent storage unit 30 with a relatively short insertion and extraction cycle can be provided on the upper side of the first front panel 112. In addition, a filter opening for inserting a filter unit 40 with a relatively long insertion and extraction cycle can be provided on the lower side of the first front panel 112 to achieve a structure of the first front panel 112 that provides excellent space utilization while improving user convenience.

[0106] In addition, the wash water discharge flow path connected to the outer tub 14 in the first housing 110 can be located at the lower side in the first housing 110 to facilitate the discharge of wash water. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the filter unit 40 can be provided at the lower side of the first housing 110 to be effectively connected to the wash water discharge path.

[0107] The first processing device 10 may be provided with a first device controller 19. The first device controller 19 is configured to control various devices including the first processing device 10. The first device controller 19 is disposed in the first housing 110. The first device controller 19 may include a circuit board and electronic components mounted on the circuit board. In one embodiment, the first device controller 19 may check information corresponding to an operation signal received through the control panel 2000 in a memory, and perform device control corresponding to the operation signal based on the information. The first device controller 19 may send the state of the first processing device 10 to the control panel 2000.

[0108] In one embodiment, the second processing device 20 is located at an upper side of the first processing device 10. The first processing device 10 supports the second processing device 20. The second processing device 20 may correspond to a dryer for drying clothes. The second processing device 20 may include a second drum 22. The second drum 22 may contain clothes therein. In one embodiment, the second drum 22 has a rotation axis arranged in the front-rear direction (+X, -X).

[0109] The second treating device 20 may include a second cabinet 120 defining an exterior. The second cabinet 120 may include a second front panel 122 disposed on a front side. The second front panel 122 may include a laundry opening communicating with the second drum 22. The laundry opening may be opened and closed by a second cabinet door 27.

[0110] The second processing device 20 may be provided with a second side panel 125 on each side facing the lateral direction (+Y, -Y). In addition, the second processing device 20 may have a second rear panel (not shown) disposed on the rear side, a second top panel (not shown) disposed on the upper side, and a second bottom panel (not shown) disposed on the lower side.

[0111] In one embodiment, the second front panel 122, the second side panel 125, the second rear panel (not shown), the second top panel 127 and the second bottom panel (not shown) may be combined with each other to form the second box 120, and may be coupled to each other. The second box 120 may define a space in which built-in components (such as the second drum 22) constituting the second processing device 20 are arranged.

[0112] The clothes to be processed can be received in the second drum 22 through the clothes opening in the second processing device 20. The second processing device 20 can process the received clothes, and the second processing device 20 can wash, dry, etc. the clothes received in the second drum 22.

[0113] The second processing device 20 is disposed above the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, the lower portion of the first processing device 10 may be coupled to the upper portion of the second processing device 20. A structure supporting the second processing device 20 may be disposed on the top side of the first processing device 10. For example, a first top panel (not shown) of the first processing device 10 may have a structure that directly or indirectly supports a second bottom panel (not shown) of the second processing device 20.

[0114] The second processing device 20 may be provided with a second device controller 29. The second device controller 29 is configured to control various devices constituting the second processing device 20. The second device controller 29 is disposed in the second housing 120. The second device controller 29 may include a circuit board and electronic components mounted on the circuit board. In one embodiment, the second device controller 29 may check information corresponding to an operation signal received through the control panel 2000 in a memory and perform device control corresponding to the operation signal. The second device controller 29 may send the state of the second processing device 20 to the control panel 2000.

[0115] The control panel 2000 is disposed between the first front panel 112 and the second front panel 122. The control panel 2000 may be positioned at a height roughly corresponding to the user's waist. When the control panel 2000 is positioned at a height roughly corresponding to the user's waist, the user's operational convenience may be enhanced. In one embodiment, the control panel 2000 is located above the first front panel 112 and below the second front panel 122, and the height of the first front panel 112 and the height of the second front panel 122 may be appropriately set. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first front panel 112 may face the side panel 125 of the second processing device 20.

[0116] The control panel 2000 may be connected to at least one of the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 to send and receive signals. In one embodiment, the control panel 2000 is connected to send and receive signals to and from the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20. In one embodiment, the control panel 2000 is connected to send and receive signals to and from the first device controller 19 and / or the second processing device 20. The above connection may include a wired or wireless connection.

[0117] The front portion 2110 of the control panel 2000 is provided with a user interface (UI) portion 200 on which a user interface is displayed.

[0118] Figure 2 2 is a schematic diagram showing the relationship between the control panel 2000, the first processing device 10, and the second processing device 20 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0119] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the control panel 2000 may include a display portion 2001, an input unit 2002, and a controller 2003. The user interface portion 200 may include a display portion 2001 and an input unit 2002.

[0120] The display portion 2001 is an element that displays one or more pieces of information for interaction with a user. The display portion 2001 may indicate the state of the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20. The display portion 2001 may display the state of the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20. The display portion 2001 is provided in the user interface portion 200. The display portion 2001 displays information about at least one of the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20. In one embodiment, the information includes information about programs that can be executed on the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20, information about the process being operated by the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20 (e.g., information about the program name and the remaining time before the program is completed), information about the ongoing cycle (e.g., the name of the cycle), information about setting the processing option, information about the communication connection state, information about the remote control setting, information about the door lock state, information about the drying preparation setting, information about the powerful jet setting, information about the steam setting, information about the ironing alarm setting, information about the anti-wrinkle setting, and information about the appointment setting.

[0121] The input unit 2002 is configured to receive input of an operation instruction for controlling the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20 from a user. The input unit 2002 may be provided on the control panel 2000. The input unit 2002 may be provided as a touch screen. The input unit 2002 may be provided as a touch sensor. The input unit 2002 may be provided as a physical button.

[0122] The controller 2003 may include a microprocessor configured to perform control of the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20 and a memory storing a control program for performing control of the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20. The control program may be stored on a storage medium in the memory, wherein the storage medium may be a hard disk, a disk such as a CD-ROM or a DVD, or a semiconductor memory such as a flash memory. The controller 2003 may be arranged inside the control panel 2000, i.e., arranged on the rear side of the front portion 2110. The controller 2003 may include one or more controllers. The controller 2003 may be connected to the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20 to send and receive signals. The connection may include a wired connection or a wireless connection.

[0123] The controller 2003 may be connected to the display portion 2001 and / or the input unit 2002 to send and receive signals. The signals may include control commands, user inputs, and device status information. The controller 2003 may detect an operation signal from the input unit 2002. The controller 2003 may check information in a memory related to the input operation signal. The controller 2003 may send display data to the display portion 2001. The display portion 2001 may display the state of the first processing device 10, the state of the second processing device 20, and / or the content of the command input from the user in response to the display data received from the controller 2003. The controller 2003 may switch the components constituting the input unit 2002 to an enabled or disabled state. The controller 2003 may switch the components constituting the display portion 2001 to an enabled or disabled state. The controller 2003 may include a circuit board and electronic devices mounted on the circuit board.

[0124] Although the controller 2003 is described as being included in the control panel 2000 in this embodiment, the controller 2003 may not be classified as a part of the control panel 2000. The controller 2003 may be arranged at a location outside the control panel 2000. The controller 2003 may be provided on the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20. The controller 2003 may be provided on each of the control panel 2000, the first processing device 10, and the second processing device 20. The controller 2003 may be integrated with the first device controller 19 and / or the second device controller 29. Alternatively, the controller 2003 may be understood to be integrated with the first device controller 19 and / or the second device controller 29.

[0125] Figure 3 is a front perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 3 Give a description.

[0126] The control panel 2000 includes a cover plate 2100. The electronic module 2220 (see Figure 4 ) is located at the rear of the cover plate 2100. The cover plate 2100 includes a front portion 2110, a top portion 2120, a bottom portion (not shown), a first side portion 2142, and a second side portion 2144. The front portion 2110 defines the exterior of the cover plate 2100. The top portion 2120 extends rearward from the top surface of the front portion 2110. The bottom portion 2130 extends rearward from the bottom surface of the front portion 2110. The first side portion 2142 extends rearward from a first side surface (e.g., a left side surface when viewed from the front) of the front portion 2110. The second side portion 2144 extends rearward from a second side surface (e.g., a right side surface when viewed from the front) of the front portion 2110.

[0127] Figure 4 is an exploded perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0128] The control panel 2000 includes a cover plate 2100 and an electronic module 2220. The electronic module 2220 is coupled to the cover plate 2100 at a rear portion of the cover plate 2100. The electronic module 2220 includes a support 2220, a sealing cover 2230, a touch screen device 2240, and a circuit board 2250.

[0129] The touch screen device 2240 may include a combination of a flat panel display 2241 and a touch layer 2242. The flat panel display 2241 provides a screen for outputting an image. The flat panel display 2241 is used as a display portion for displaying various information. In the description of the present disclosure, the flat panel display 2241 refers to a thin display that can be provided in various forms, such as LCD, PDP, AMLCD, PMLCD, OLED and LED. In one embodiment, the touch layer 2242 may be provided as a touch film, a coating film, etc. In the present embodiment, the touch layer 2242 may include two ITO layers forming an X-axis and a Y-axis. The touch layer 2242 is used as an input unit, through which a touch input is received from a user. In one embodiment, the touch screen device 2240 may also be implemented by a method not shown in the figure. For example, the touch screen device 2240 may be implemented by a resistance method, a capacitance method, an infrared method, an ultrasonic method, etc.

[0130] The support member 2220 is configured to support a flat panel display 2241. The support member 2220 has a panel-shaped front surface. The support member 2220 is coupled to the top 2120 and the bottom (not shown) of the cover plate 2100. The flat panel display 2241 is located on the front surface of the support member 2220. The flat panel display 2241 is supported by the support member 2220. The flat panel display 2241 is located between the cover plate 2100 and the support member 2220.

[0131] The sealing cover 2230 is positioned at the rear of the support member 2220 and is coupled to the support member 2220. The sealing cover 2230 covers the circuit board 2250. The sealing cover 2230 is located at the rear of the circuit board 2250. The circuit board 2250 is located in a space defined between the sealing cover 2230 and the support member 2220.

[0132] The circuit board 2250 may include a plurality of circuit boards. Some of the circuit boards of the circuit board 2250 may be covered by the cover plate 2100 to prevent contact with the outside air. The circuit board 2250 may include a circuit board for a speaker to be described later, a circuit board for a flat panel display 2241 and a touch button provided as an input button, and a circuit board for a communication module. The circuit board for the flat panel display 2241 is electrically connected to the flat panel display 2241 to provide a signal to the flat panel display 2241, and may also receive an input signal from a user via a user interface. In one embodiment, the circuit board for the flat panel display 2241 may be covered by a sealing cover 2230 to prevent contact with the outside air.

[0133] In the circuit board 2250, the circuit board 2251 for the flat panel display 2241 is provided with a touch button. The touch button is provided with a pair of light emitting members and a touch sensor. The touch button can be set to any known component capable of receiving a touch input. The light emitting member indicates whether the corresponding touch sensor is activated. For example, when the touch sensor is activated, the light emitting member is made to emit light. The light emitting member may be an LED element. The support 2220 may focus the light diffused from the light emitting element to a specific position. In one embodiment, the support 2220 has one or more sensor holes 2221 formed therein. The sensor hole 2221 is formed at a position corresponding to the position where the touch button is arranged. The sensor hole 2221 defines a barrier extending forward or backward from the periphery of the hole. The barrier prevents the light emitted from the light emitting element from diffusing to the surrounding area of ​​the touch button. By arranging the circuit board 2510 behind the support 2220, the light diffusion from the touch button can be prevented.

[0134] Figure 5 The user interface part 200 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. The user interface part 200 is provided with a user interface (UI). The user interface included in the user interface part 200 may include a power button 220, a switch button 250, a touch screen 240, an additional function button 260, and a start / pause button 270. The power button 220 may include a first power button 221 and a second power button 222. The start / pause button 270 may include a first start / pause button 271 and a second start / pause button 272.

[0135] The first power button 221 , the second power button 222 , the switch button 250 , the additional function button 260 , the first start / pause button 271 , and the second start / pause button 272 may be provided as touch sensors or physical buttons. The touch screen 240 may be provided by a touch screen device 2240 .

[0136] The first power button 221 may be represented by an icon in the form of a power symbol. The first power button 221 is configured to receive a user command to power on and off the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, the first power button 221 is configured as a touch sensor. In one embodiment, when the user touches the first power button 221, the controller 2003 may receive a power on or power off command for the first processing device 10.

[0137] The second power button 222 may be represented by an icon in the form of a power symbol. The second power button 222 is arranged to occupy a different area from the first power button 221. In one embodiment, the first power button 221 and the second power button 222 may be arranged up and down. In one embodiment, the second power button 222 is arranged above the first power button 221. The second power button 222 is configured to receive user commands to power on and off the second processing device 20. In one embodiment, the second power button 222 is arranged as a touch sensor. In one embodiment, when the user touches the second power button 222, the controller 2003 may receive a power on or off command for the second processing device 20.

[0138] The first power button 221 and the second power button 222 can be set as separate touch sensors separated from the touch input element (e.g., touch layer) of the touch screen 240. By setting the first power button 221 and the second power button 222 in an area separate from the touch screen 240, the chance of device failure can be reduced. The clothing processing device 1 is placed in a humid environment. By separating the area of ​​the touch input element (e.g., touch layer) of the touch screen 240 from the area of ​​the first power button 221 and the second power button 222, touch failures due to moisture can be minimized. For example, when the first processing device 10 is operating, turning on the second processing device 20 and trying to approach the second device to operate the user interface 400 can avoid touch failures due to moisture, such as accidentally changing options on the first processing device 10.

[0139] The touch screen 240 may be set to occupy a different area from the first power button 221 and the second power button 222. The touch screen 240 may be implemented by a touch layer 2242 included in the input unit 2002 and a flat panel display 2241 included in the display portion 2001. The touch screen 240 may output one of a first device operation user interface for controlling the first processing device 10, a second device operation user interface 400 for controlling the second processing device 20, and a composite user interface for displaying operation information about the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 on a single screen. The first device operation user interface, the second device operation user interface 400, and the composite user interface will be described in more detail below.

[0140] The toggle button 250 is arranged to occupy an area different from the first power button 221, the second power button 222, and the touch screen 240. The toggle button 250 may be arranged to be a separate touch sensor separated from the touch layer 2242 included in the touch screen 240. By arranging the toggle button 250 in an area separated from the touch screen 240, the chance of device failure can be reduced. The laundry processing device 1 is placed in a humid environment. By separating the area of ​​the touch layer 2242 included in the touch screen 240 from the area of ​​the toggle button 250, touch failures due to moisture can be minimized. For example, when the first processing device 10 is operating, turning on the second processing device 20 and attempting to approach the second device to operate the user interface 400 can avoid touch failures due to moisture, such as unintentionally changing options on the first processing device 10.

[0141] The switch button 250 may be represented by an icon symbolizing a switching form. The switch button 250 receives user input to switch between control targets. When both the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 are in an on state, the switch button is enabled. When a user command is input through the switch button 250 while the first device operation user interface is displayed on the touch screen 240, the control target is switched to the second processing device 20, and the second device operation user interface 400 is displayed on the touch screen 240. When a user input is received through the switch button 250 while the second device operation user interface 400 is displayed on the touch screen 240, the control target is switched to the first processing device 10, and the first device operation user interface is displayed on the touch screen 240. When at least one of the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 is powered off, the switch button 250 is disabled.

[0142] Additional function button 260 may be displayed in the form of text that reads “Additional function”. Additional function button 260 is configured to occupy a different area from first power button 221, second power button 222, touch screen 240, and switch button 250. Additional function button 260 receives user input for setting additional functions of first processing device 10 and / or second processing device 20. In one embodiment, when the user touches additional function button 260, touch screen 240 may display items for establishing additional settings (e.g., reservation, alarm volume, etc.) for first processing device 10 and / or second processing device 20.

[0143] The first start / pause button 271 may be represented by an icon in the form of a play symbol and a pause symbol. The first start / pause button 271 is configured to occupy a different area from the first power button 221, the second power button 222, the touch screen 240, the switch button 250, and the additional function button 260. The first power button 221 receives a user input for starting or pausing the operation of the washing machine 10.

[0144] The second start / pause button 272 can be represented by an icon in the form of a play symbol and a pause symbol. The second start / pause button 272 is configured to occupy an area different from the first power button 221, the second power button 222, the touch screen 240, the switch button 250, the additional function button 260, and the first start / pause button 271. The first start / pause button 271 and the second start / pause button 272 can be set upward or downward. In one embodiment, the second start / pause button 272 can be set above the first start / pause button 271. The second power button 222 receives a user command to start or pause the operation of the second processing device 20.

[0145] Figure 6a A table is shown that lists the features of various touch gestures that are distinguished from each other on a touch input unit (including, for example, various buttons and a touch screen) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. In the present disclosure, multiple touch methods are applied. Multiple touch input methods can be implemented by various touch gestures. In the drawings described below, Figure 6a The features shown in are used to represent the behavior of a user providing a touch command.

[0146] The tap (short) gesture is a method by which a user inputs a command with a short tap on the touch screen 240. The tap (short) gesture may be described as a short, light tap of a user's finger on the touch screen 240. The input command may result in the execution of a set of functions. In the present disclosure, the feature representing the tap (short) gesture is a solid circle without a border.

[0147] The tap (long) gesture is a method by which a user inputs a command by touching the touch screen 240 for a set time or longer. The input command may result in the execution of a set of functions. Typically, "touching for a set time or longer" is expressed as "long touch". "Touching for a set time or longer" may mean "touching a specific portion of the touch screen 240 and not releasing the finger until a set response is received". The time for which the touch is maintained, i.e., the time the finger remains in contact, may depend on the setting. However, it may be set to about 1 second or longer because it corresponds to a time for the user to perceive not only a simple tap but also a continuous touch. In the present disclosure, the feature representing the tap (long) gesture is a solid circle with a border.

[0148] The tap and hold gesture is a method for a user to input a command by continuously holding a touch on the touch screen 240. For example, different commands may be input depending on the duration for which the user holds the touch for the tap and hold gesture. The input command may result in the execution of a set of functions. When a tap and hold gesture is detected, different outputs are generated depending on the duration of the touch. For example, continuously pressing a scroll arrow to move a list corresponds to a tap and hold gesture. In the present disclosure, a feature representing a tap and hold gesture is a border with “ ” filled circle.

[0149] The double tap gesture is a method by which a user inputs a command by performing two short consecutive taps on the touch screen 240. A feature representing the double tap gesture is a solid circle with a border and "x2" written inside.

[0150] A slide gesture is a method by which a user inputs a command by touching a location on the touch screen 240 and moving the finger to another location without lifting the finger. According to a general definition, a slide gesture is a movement of sliding a finger that remains in contact with the touch screen 240. The characteristic representing a slide gesture is a solid arrow without a border. The direction of the arrow can be defined by the direction of movement of the finger.

[0151] Figure 6b The flow of image conversion on the screen is shown, and a table listing the features that distinguish image conversion based on the reasons for image conversion is shown. In the drawings described below, Figure 6b The features shown in are used to simplify the representation of the image conversion process.

[0152] The flow of changes caused by receiving an input through the power button is represented by a combination of a solid arrow and an icon representing a power source placed adjacent to the solid arrow.

[0153] The flow of changes caused by receiving an input through the start / pause button is represented by a combination of a solid arrow and an icon representing start / pause placed adjacent to the solid arrow.

[0154] The flow of changes resulting from user commands input through the user interface part 200 is indicated by solid arrows. The flow of changes resulting from atypical situations in the laundry treating apparatus 1 (eg, occurrence of errors, warnings, user notifications, etc.) is also indicated by solid arrows.

[0155] Even if no user command is received, the change flow caused by the preset programming, etc. is indicated by the dotted arrow. For example, this flow may occur when the preset programming, etc. meets the preset conditions.

[0156] Figure 7 FIG. 2 shows a cycle flow according to an embodiment when the washing machine is set as the first processing device or the second processing device. Figure 7 A cycle flow according to an embodiment is described. In the description of the present disclosure, a washing machine is set as an embodiment of the first processing device 10.

[0157] The user loads the laundry items to be processed into the first drum 12. The user can close the first cabinet door 17 of the first processing device 10 and input an execution command to start washing. The laundry process can be started by a user command (S1100). The laundry process can be performed based on a washing program selected by the user. In the present disclosure, a washing program is defined as a group of control methods for processing laundry items by controlling the components of the first processing device 10 to perform operations including rotating the first drum 12, supplying water, detergent and / or softener into the first drum 12, and discharging the washing water filled in the first drum 12.

[0158] Before various substantial cycles related to laundry treatment, the fabric amount of the laundry items is sensed (S1110). For the cycles of subsequent treatment, the amount of detergent, the amount of softener, the amount of wash water for washing, the amount of rinse water for rinsing, the washing time, the rinsing time, the dehydration time, etc. can be set based on the sensed fabric amount.

[0159] Determine whether a reservation is set (S1120). The reservation can be set through the reservation option. The reservation option may refer to an option to delay the end of the program. The reservation option may be very useful when the user is away for a long time. In other words, it allows the user to set the washing to be completed at the time they return home. Therefore, the need to wait for the washing to be completed or to prevent the washed clothes from being left in the washing machine for a long time can be eliminated. If the reservation is set (Yes), the process proceeds to the next step (S1121) when the reservation time arrives. If the reservation is not set (No), the process proceeds to the next step immediately.

[0160] Detergent required for washing is introduced into the first drum 12 (S1130). In one embodiment, the detergent may be supplied together with the washing water. In the case where the "automatic detergent / softener introduction" function is set as an additional function of the first processing device 10, the amount of detergent to be introduced is determined based on the sensed amount of fabric (S1131), and the detergent is automatically introduced (S1132).

[0161] In one embodiment, the first processing device 10 may provide an artificial intelligence (AI) program as an example of a washing program. The AI ​​program is a program that senses the characteristics and dirt of the clothes and performs a series of washing cycles with the selected options as the optimal conditions. Check whether the selected program is an AI program (S1140). If the AI ​​program is selected (yes), the next step is to sense the material of the clothing item (S1141). The step of sensing the material of the clothing item can be implemented by various methods. The details of material sensing are not repeated here.

[0162] In one embodiment, the first processing device 10 may provide a soaking option as one of the washing options. The soaking option allows the clothing items to be immersed in the washing water for a set period of time during the washing cycle, thereby helping to loosen the dirt. Check whether the soaking option is set as a washing option (S1150). If the soaking option is selected (yes), a soaking washing step (S1141) may be performed. The soaking washing may be applied in the main washing cycle (S1170) to be described later.

[0163] In one embodiment, the first processing device 10 may provide a pre-wash option as one of the washing options. The pre-wash option adds a pre-wash cycle. The pre-wash cycle for pre-treating clothes before the main washing cycle (S1170) is a cycle for washing clothes that is simpler than the main washing cycle. It is checked whether the pre-wash option is set as a washing option (S1160). If the pre-wash option is selected (yes), a pre-wash step (S1161) is performed.

[0164] A main wash cycle is performed (S1170). When the wash cycle is in progress, the first device operation user interface 300 may indicate "wash". The main wash cycle is a process of separating dirt from laundry items using wash water containing detergent. In the main wash cycle, the first drum 12 alternates between clockwise and counterclockwise rotations, thereby causing friction and tumbling of the laundry items. The laundry items and dirt may be separated by friction, tumbling, and the surfactant action of the detergent.

[0165] A first rinse cycle is performed (S1180). During the first rinse cycle, the first device operation user interface 300 may indicate "rinse". The first rinse cycle uses water to separate dirt from the laundry items. In one embodiment, the dirt separated in the main wash cycle may be removed in the first rinse cycle. In one embodiment, in the first rinse cycle, the wash water used in the main wash cycle may be drained. Fresh water is supplied to the first drum 12, the wash water has been drained from the first drum 12, and the first drum 12 is rotated to separate dirt from the laundry items. In the first rinse cycle, a drainage step of draining water from the first drum 12 and a water supply step of supplying fresh water to the first drum 12 may be performed one or more times. In one embodiment, the number of times drainage and water supply are performed in the first rinse cycle may be set by a user.

[0166] When set, softener is introduced into the first drum 12 (S1190). In one embodiment, softener may be supplied together with water. In the case where the "automatic detergent / softener introduction" function is set as an additional function of the first processing device 10, the amount of softener to be introduced is determined based on the sensed amount of fabric (S1191), and softener is automatically introduced (S1192). The softener softens the laundry items.

[0167] A second rinsing cycle is performed (S1200). During the second rinsing cycle, the first device operation user interface 300 may indicate "rinsing". The second rinsing cycle is a process of rinsing the laundry items using water. In one embodiment, in the second rinsing cycle, the water filled in the first drum 12 and added with softener is drained, fresh water is supplied to the first drum 12, and the first drum 12 is rotated.

[0168] A dehydration cycle (S1210) is performed. The dehydration cycle is a process of removing water from the laundry. In the dehydration step, water contained in the first drum 12 is drained. After the water is drained from the first drum 12, the first drum 12 is rotated. The centrifugal force of the rotation acts on the water absorbed by the laundry items and removes the water from the laundry items. In one embodiment, the first drum 12 may alternate between clockwise and counterclockwise rotation. By alternating the rotation direction, the laundry items may be prevented from becoming entangled with each other.

[0169] Through the above series of processes, laundry items can be washed. A series of processes for washing laundry items can be called a washing program. A washing program is a treatment program for treating laundry. In one embodiment, the treatment of laundry is washing laundry. A series of processes in which a combination of various factors (e.g., various cycles, water temperatures, water volumes, etc.) is used to treat laundry can be defined as a washing cycle.

[0170] The washing program can be provided in various ways. In one embodiment, multiple washing programs can be defined. Multiple defined washing programs can be provided for the user to select through the user interface part 200. The user can select a washing program in the multiple set washing programs to continue a series of treatments using the first treatment device 10.

[0171] The washing program can be provided in various ways according to the cycles in each step. According to the presence or absence of each cycle, one or more washing programs can be defined as different washing programs. Depending on whether additional functions are set, one or more washing programs can be defined as different washing programs. According to various parameters defined and set for washing, one or more washing programs can be defined as different washing programs. Various defined and set parameters can be provided as optimized values ​​for washing clothing items.

[0172] In one embodiment, depending on each washing program, the cycle, additional functions and / or parameters (water temperature, number of rinses, drum rotation RPM, washing time, dehydration time, etc.) may vary. In order to distinguish the various washing programs, each washing program may have a unique name (washing program name). For example, the washing programs may be named to reflect their characteristics, such as "standard wash", "small load fast wash", "gentle / wool" or "AI wash".

[0173] The user can select one of the multiple set washing programs. In one embodiment, at least one of the multiple washing programs is provided with one or more options. In one embodiment, multiple options can be provided for at least one of the multiple washing programs. In a washing program in which a preset element is set as a default element, any element in the preset element that is set to be changed by the user can be defined as an option. An option can be defined as one or more elements and / or a combination thereof, which can be changed or selected by the user in the elements constituting the washing program.

[0174] Figure 8 FIG. 2 shows a cycle flow according to an embodiment of the present disclosure when the dryer is set as the first processing device or the second processing device. Figure 8 A cycle flow according to an embodiment is described. In the description of the present disclosure, a dryer is set as an embodiment of the second processing device 20.

[0175] The user introduces the laundry items to be processed into the second drum 22. The user can input an execution command to close the second cabinet door 27 of the second processing device 20 and start drying. Based on the command from the user, the drying process can start (S2100). The drying process can be executed based on the drying program selected by the user. In the present disclosure, the drying program is defined as a group of control methods for processing the objects to be dried by controlling the components of the second processing device 20, including rotating the second drum 22 and replacing the air in the second drum 22 using a heat exchanger (not shown) such as a heat pump to discharge moisture.

[0176] Before various substantial cycles related to the drying process, the amount of fabric of the object to be dried is sensed (S2110). Based on the sensed amount of fabric, the drying time, cooling time, whether to supply steam, etc. can be set for subsequent cycles.

[0177] Determine whether a reservation is set (S2120). If a reservation is set (Yes), proceed to the next step (S2121) when the reservation time arrives. If a reservation is not set (No), proceed to the next step immediately.

[0178] In one embodiment, the second processing device 20 may provide an AI program as an example of a drying program. The AI ​​program is a process in which the characteristics and weight of the object to be dried are sensed and a series of drying cycles are performed with the selected option as the optimal condition. Check whether the selected program is an AI program (S2130). If the AI ​​program is selected (yes), the next step is to sense the material of the fabric of the object to be dried (S2131). The step of sensing the material of the fabric of the object to be dried can be implemented by various methods. The details of sensing the material of the fabric will not be described herein.

[0179] Execute a drying cycle (S2140). During the drying cycle, the second device operation user interface 400 may indicate "drying". The drying cycle is a process of separating moisture contained in the object to be dried from the object. In the drying cycle, the air within the second drum 22 circulates. When the air circulates, moisture is removed. Moisture can be removed from the object to be dried by the air from which moisture is removed. In the drying cycle, the second drum 22 may rotate clockwise, may rotate counterclockwise, or may alternate between clockwise and counterclockwise rotation. The object to be dried may fall due to the rotation of the second drum 22. While the object to be dried falls, the area in contact with the air may increase, thereby improving the drying efficiency.

[0180] A cooling cycle is performed (S2150). The cooling cycle is performed after the drying cycle. The cooling cycle is a process of lowering the temperature inside the second drum 22 to below a set temperature. Since the internal temperature of the second drum 22 may be high after the drying cycle, which may be dangerous, the cooling cycle is performed to lower the internal temperature of the second drum 22.

[0181] In one embodiment, the second processing device 20 may provide an anti-wrinkle option as one of the drying options. When the anti-wrinkle option is set, the option causes the second drum 22 to rotate periodically even after the drying process is completed to prevent the object to be dried from wrinkling after the drying cycle is completed. Check whether the anti-wrinkle option is set as the drying option (S2160). If the anti-wrinkle option is selected (yes), the anti-wrinkle operation setting time (S2161) may be performed. The setting time may be set to the time when the user opens the second cabinet door 27 to extract the drying object from the second processing device 20. The setting time may be set to a time after a time period starting after the previous cycle is completed.

[0182] The object to be dried can be dried through the above series of processes. The series of processes for drying the object to be dried can be called a drying program. The drying program is a processing program for treating clothes. In one embodiment, the treatment of clothes is drying clothes. A series of processes for treating the object to be dried using a combination of elements (e.g., various cycles, air temperature, drying time, etc.) can be defined as a drying program.

[0183] The drying program can be provided in various ways. In one embodiment, multiple drying programs can be provided for definition. Multiple defined drying programs can be provided for selection by the user through the user interface portion 200. The user can use the second processing device 20 to select one of the multiple defined drying programs to continue a series of processes.

[0184] The drying program may be provided in various ways according to the cycles in each step. Depending on the presence or absence of each cycle, one or more drying programs may be defined as different drying programs. Depending on whether an additional function is set, one or more drying programs may be defined as different drying programs. One or more drying programs may be defined as different drying programs according to various parameters defined and set for washing. Various defined and set parameters may be set as optimized values ​​for drying the objects to be dried.

[0185] In one embodiment, depending on each drying process, the cycle, additional features (steam supply option, anti-wrinkle option) and / or parameters (air temperature, drying time, drum rotation RPM, steam volume) may vary. In order to distinguish the various drying programs, each drying program may have a unique name (drying program name). For example, the drying programs may be named to reflect their characteristics, such as "standard drying", "small load fast drying", "gentle / wool" or "intensive drying".

[0186] Fig. 9 FIG. 3 shows a first device operation user interface 300 displayed on the touch screen 240 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein a program selection page P310 is output according to an embodiment. Fig. 9 Give a description.

[0187] The program selection page P310 of the first device operation user interface 300 may be output on the touch screen 240. The program selection page P310 according to one embodiment includes a program display portion 310, an option display portion 320, and an indicator display portion 330. In the program selection page P310, the program display portion 310 may occupy a central area, the indicator display portion 330 may occupy an upper area, and the option display portion 320 may occupy a lower area. The indicator display portion 330 may be disposed above the program display portion 310, and the option display portion 320 may be disposed below the program display portion 310.

[0188] In the program display section 310 , a program name 311 , a program description 312 , and a program browser 313 are displayed.

[0189] The program name 311 is the name of a specific processing program currently in a specified state among a plurality of processing programs provided by the first processing device 10. The program description 312 is a description of the specific processing program. The processing program and the program name 311 provided in the first device operation user interface 300 may correspond to the name of the washing program. The processing program and the program description 312 provided in the first device operation user interface 300 may correspond to the description of the washing program. In one embodiment, the program description of "standard washing" is "perform regular laundry washing". The program name 311 may be located above the program description 312. The font size used to display the program name 311 may be larger than the font size used to display the program description 312.

[0190] In one embodiment, the program browser 313 is located behind the program name 311. The program browsing portion 313 can be located on a horizontal line overlapping the program name 311. The position of the program browser 313 can vary according to the length of the program name 311. The program browser 313 can be provided in the form of an icon. In the illustrated embodiment, the program browser 313 is represented in a "V" shape. The program browser 313 is used as an input unit. In the illustrated embodiment, when the program browser 313 is displayed, the touch screen 240 can output a program browsing page (not shown) when receiving a touch input to the setting area. The program browser page (not shown) is a page that displays multiple program names corresponding to multiple processing programs as a list. In the program browser 313, the setting area used as an input unit can be an area that displays icons representing the program browser 313 and / or the program name 311.

[0191] The option display portion 320 displays option information. In one embodiment, an option name 321 and an option value 322 are displayed in the option display portion 320. The option name 321 is the name of the option. The option value 322 is the value or condition of the option corresponding to the option name 321. The option name 321 may be located above the option value 322.

[0192] The treatment program may provide various options. In one embodiment, various options may be selected to change preset values ​​or conditions in a particular treatment program. These options may be provided under the condition of selecting a particular treatment program. Options may include changing the conditions of each cycle included in the treatment program, enabling additional additional cycles to be performed, and / or changing the time to complete the program (appointment setting).

[0193] In the illustrated embodiment, the treatment program is a washing program. In the illustrated embodiment, the washing program may provide a washing option, a number of rinses, a dehydration intensity, and a water temperature as options. The option name 321a of the washing option may be "washing". The option name 321b of the number of rinses may be "rinsing". The option name 321c of the dehydration intensity may be "dehydration". The option name 321d of the water temperature may be "water temperature".

[0194] In one embodiment, the option value 322 provided by each option of the washing program can provide a plurality of preset option values, wherein any one of the option values ​​is selectable. In one embodiment, the “washing option” can provide options such as “no”, “less frequent”, “standard” and “strong” as the option value 322.

[0195] In another embodiment not shown in the figure, the treatment program is a drying program. In one embodiment, the drying program can provide energy-saving mode, drying level, drying time and anti-wrinkle as options. The option name of the energy-saving mode can be "energy-saving mode". The option name of the drying level can be "drying level". The option name of the drying time can be "drying time". The option name of anti-wrinkle can be "anti-wrinkle".

[0196] In one embodiment, the option value provided by each option of the drying program can provide a plurality of preset option values, wherein any one of the option values ​​is optional. In one embodiment, the option value for anti-wrinkle can include "on" and "off", which are optional.

[0197] If the user does not change, the option value 322 outputs a preset default value. The default value may be a preset value of the corresponding washing program. When the option value 322 is changed from the default value, the default value may be stored and updated to a very frequently used value based on the usage frequency of the changed option value 322.

[0198] In one embodiment, any one of the plurality of processing programs may provide one or more options from among a plurality of options that may be provided by the first processing device 10. The one or more options provided by the processing program are defined as provided options.

[0199] The option display portion 320 may display an option set. An option set is a set of multiple preset options including multiple options. In the illustrated embodiment, the option set may include "washing", "rinsing", "spinning" and "water temperature". Even when a specific program is changed, the configuration of the options in the option set remains the same. However, the default value in the option value may vary according to the specific processing program. A specific program may not provide all the options in the option set. For options not provided by a specific processing program, the option value may be displayed as "-".

[0200] Among the options provided by the option display portion 320, an option whose option value can be changed by the user is represented by a first appearance, and an option whose option value cannot be changed by the user is represented by a second appearance. As an example of the first appearance, Fig. 9 Shows a state where the user can change the option value.

[0201] The indicator display portion 330 may display one or more indicators 331. The indicator 331 is an element indicating status information and configuration information about the device. The indicator 331 may be represented as an icon. The indicator 331 may be represented by a corresponding icon of the corresponding information. As the number of displayed indicators 331 increases, they may be accumulated from the first side to the second side and may be displayed so as not to overlap each other. In one embodiment, the first side may be the left side, and the second side may be the right side. The indicators 331 displayed in sequence may have a priority. In one embodiment, an indicator with a higher priority is located on the left side, and an indicator with a lower priority is located on the right side.

[0202] The indicator 331 provided on the first device operation user interface 300 will be described as an example. Table 1 lists information that can be displayed as the indicator 331 on the first device operation user interface 300 in one embodiment. The priority can increase in the order of "screen occupation device" -> "Wi-Fi" -> "remote control" -> "door lock" -> "drying preparation" -> "powerful spray" -> "steam" -> "appointment" -> "anti-wrinkle".

[0203] [Table 1]

[0204]

[0205] The indicator 431 provided on the second device operation user interface 400 will be described as an example. Table 2 lists information that can be displayed as the indicator 431 on the second device operation user interface 400 in one embodiment. The priority can increase in the order of "screen occupation device" -> "Wi-Fi" -> "remote control" -> "door lock" -> "steam" -> "powerful jet" -> "ironing reminder" -> "appointment".

[0206] [Table 2]

[0207]

[0208] When each of the indicators 331 and 431 is generated and displayed, a motion effect may be applied to provide setting feedback.

[0209] In one embodiment, the indicator 331a indicating the “screen occupying device” provides the user with intuitive visual information about which processing device is currently being manipulated. In one embodiment, the indicator 331a indicating the “screen occupying device” may be in the form of two rectangles stacked up and down. This indicates the stacked form of the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20. In the first device operation user interface 300, the lower rectangle may be colored. The lower rectangle may be colored with the first color. Although in Fig. 94. Although not shown in the figure, in the second device operation user interface 400, the upper rectangle may be colored. The upper rectangle may be colored with a second color. The first color and the second color are different from each other. The difference in color allows the user to quickly visually identify the controlled object.

[0210] Fig.10 1 shows the change and flow of pages output on the first device operation user interface 300 displayed on the touch screen 240 in the user interface part 200 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig.10 Give a description.

[0211] In this embodiment, the first device operation user interface 300 is displayed on the touch screen 240. (a) shows that a first page P320 is displayed on the touch screen 240. (b) shows that a second page P330 is displayed on the touch screen 240.

[0212] When the loop is in progress, the first page P320 is output. In one embodiment, the first page P320 displays multiple pieces of information related to the settings of the first processing device 10 and / or the processing being performed. In one embodiment, the multiple pieces of information can be classified into the remaining time 341 before the processing performed by the first processing device 10 is completed and other additional information related to the first processing device 10 and / or the processing being performed. In one embodiment, the first page P320 displays the program name 311, the remaining time 341, the state name 351 indicating the current state such as the current loop name, the progress bar 360, the indicator 331 and the option display part 320. In one embodiment, the option value cannot be changed during the execution of the loop. The state in which the option value cannot be changed is represented by the second appearance. Fig.10 (a) shows a state in which the user cannot change the option value, which is an example of the second appearance.

[0213] The progress bar 360 is a device that visually indicates the progress of the laundry treatment performed by the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, the progress bar 360 may have a horizontal bar shape extending from one side to the other side through the touch screen 240. The progress bar 360 indicates the progress of the laundry treatment with the length of the colored portion of the bar. As the treatment proceeds, the progress bar 360 increases the colored portion of the bar. In one embodiment, the color of the colored portion of the progress bar 360 displayed on the first device operation user interface 300 may be different from the color of the colored portion of the progress bar displayed on the second device operation user interface 400. In one embodiment, the color of the colored portion of the progress bar 360 displayed on the first device operation user interface 300 may be a first color. The color of the colored portion of the progress bar 360 displayed on the second device operation user interface 400 may be a second color. The first color and the second color are the same as the first color and the second color of the colored portion of the indicator 331a indicating the "screen occupation device", or at least are colors perceived as the same by the user.

[0214] When a set time elapses without a user input while the first page P320 is output, the second page P330 is output on the touch screen 240 ((a)->(b)).

[0215] On the second page P330, the remaining time 341 is displayed larger than on the first page P320. In addition to the remaining time 341, the second page P330 does not display one or more of the multiple additional information displayed on the first page P320. In one embodiment, the second page P330 does not display the program name 311, the option display part 320, and the indicator 331 compared to the first page P320. In one embodiment, on the second page P330, the remaining time 341 can be displayed larger than on the first page P320, and the state name 351 and the progress bar 360 can be displayed. The progress bar 360 can be set at the lower part of the second page P330. By displaying the remaining time 341 in a larger size and reducing the amount of information displayed, a simple design interface can be achieved. In addition, it is easy for the user to recognize the remaining time of the first processing device 10 from a distance. In addition, the image provided during the cycle of the first processing device 10 can be aesthetically integrated into the installation space.

[0216] While the second page P330 is output, in the case where 1) a user input is generated or 2) a notification is generated from the device, the first page P320 is output on the touch screen 240 ((b)->(a)). On the first page P320, the user can check the status related to the ongoing program, information about various settings, device status, etc.

[0217] exist Fig.10In the illustrated embodiment, only the first processing device 10 is operated. The second processing device 20 is shown in a powered-off state. Fig.10 In the embodiment of the present invention, the second start / pause button 272 is in a disabled state.

[0218] In the case of operating only the second processing device 20, the same as the reference Fig.10 The operation similar to the operation described above. Instead of the washing process, a drying program may be provided. A drying cycle may be provided instead of a washing cycle. For the options displayed on the option display portion 320, the options provided in each option of the drying program will be displayed. For the indicator, the indicator 431 provided in the second device operation user interface 400 will be displayed. The progress bar 360 may be filled with the second color as the filling color. The relevant drawings will be omitted.

[0219] Fig.11 FIG. 3 shows the change and flow of the page output on the first device operation user interface 300 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig.11 Give a description.

[0220] In the illustrated embodiment, the first device operation user interface 300 is displayed on the touch screen 240. In the figure, (a) shows a first page P320 output on the touch screen 240. (b) shows a second page P330 output on the touch screen 240. (c) shows the first page P320 output on the touch screen 240.

[0221] (a) is an image displayed on the touch screen 240 while the processing program of the first processing device 10 is in progress. (a) is an example of the first page P320. As an example of the processing program, "standard washing" in progress is shown. Referring to the indicator 331, the screen-occupying device 331a represents the first processing device 10 connected via Wi-Fi 331b and having a good connection. The remaining time 341 is 1 hour and 10 minutes. The state name 351 is "washing" because the washing cycle is in progress. The option display part 320 is displayed. The option display part 320 is shown in a second appearance indicating that the option value 322 cannot be changed. The progress bar 360 provides a graphical representation of the progress of the processing program. As the processing program approaches completion, the inside of the progress bar 360 is filled more and more. In (a), when the set time passes without user input, the second page P330 is displayed on the touch screen 240. The image shown in (b) is an example of the second page P330. The set time can be determined by a preset value. The set time can be a value determined when designing a product.

[0222] (b) is an image displayed on the touch screen 240 while the processing program of the first processing device 10 is being performed. (b) is an example of the second page P330. The first page P320 and the second page P330 are related to each other. The second page P330 does not include one or more pieces of information displayed on the first page P320. In one embodiment, the remaining time 341, the state name 351, and the progress bar 360 are displayed on the second page P330. The remaining time 341 displayed on the second page P330 has a larger font size than the remaining time 341 displayed on the first page P320. During family activities, the user can easily identify the remaining time 341 even at a distance from the laundry processing device 1.

[0223] In a case where the second page P330 is output on the touch screen 240 , when the user taps at least any area of ​​the screen constituting the second page P330 , the first page P320 is displayed ((b)->(a)).

[0224] If the user touches the first start / pause button 271 while the second page P330 is output on the touch screen 240, a pause command is input for the first processing device 10. When the pause command is input, the first page P320 is output ((b)->(c)).

[0225] (c) shows the configuration of the first page P320 output when the ongoing cycle or program is paused. The state name 351 is "paused" because the ongoing cycle or program has been paused. On the first page P320 provided in the "pause" state, the option display part 320 is shown in a first appearance and allows the user to change the option value 322. In one embodiment, changing the option value 322 in "pause" can cancel the ongoing cycle or program. On the first page P320 provided in the "pause" state, the program browser 313 is enabled and displayed. The program browser 313 can be displayed on the right side of the line showing the program name 311. In one embodiment, when the program changes in the "pause" state, the ongoing program can be canceled.

[0226] In the case of operating only the second processing device 20, the same Fig.11 The operation similar to the operation described above. Instead of the washing process, a drying process may be provided. A drying cycle may be provided instead of a washing cycle. For the options displayed on the option display portion 320, the options provided in each option of the drying program will be displayed. For the indicator, the indicator 431 provided in the second device operation user interface 400 will be displayed. The progress bar 360 may be filled with the second color as the filling color. The relevant drawings will be omitted.

[0227] Fig.12FIG. 2 shows an embodiment of a second page P320 output on the first device operation user interface 300 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig.12 Give a description.

[0228] (a) is an embodiment of the second page P330 output during the cycle of the first processing device 10. The progress bar 360 can be set at the lowermost end of the touch screen 240. The progress bar 360 extends from left to right to have a length that does not leave a blank at the left and right ends. Placing the progress bar 360 at the lowermost end of the touch screen 240 provides a visual benefit of maximizing the perceived size of the touch screen 240. The state name 351 can be set above the progress bar 360. The remaining time 341 can be set at the center of the image forming the first page P320.

[0229] (b) is an embodiment of the second page P330 output after inputting a program execution command for the first processing device 10 when setting a reservation option. The remaining time 341 shows the remaining time before the program input to be executed is completed. In the illustrated embodiment, the status name 351 can be displayed as "Reservation Washing Completed".

[0230] In the case of operating only the second processing device 20, the same Fig.12 The operation similar to the operation described above. Instead of the washing process, a drying process may be provided. A drying cycle may be provided instead of a washing cycle. The progress bar 360 may be filled with the second color as the filling color. The related drawings will be omitted.

[0231] Fig.13 An example of an error page P340 output on the first device operation user interface 300 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0232] (a) shows an image of the touch screen 240 displaying an error pop-up window 370 when an error occurs. The error title can be displayed in the error pop-up window 370. In the illustrated embodiment, the error title is shown as {{Washing machine error title}}. In one embodiment, the error title can be a text including the reason why the error occurred. In one embodiment, the error title can be "Washing machine door is not closed", "Washing machine door is not locked", etc. In the error pop-up window 370, an error solution guide can be displayed. In one embodiment, the error solution guide can include details about the error and / or solution guide. The error solution guide provides a user guide to help users solve the error themselves. In one embodiment, the error solution guide can include a guide message, such as "Please open the washing machine door, and then make sure to close the door safely. Scan the QR code to learn how to help yourself". The error pop-up window 370 can display a QR code as well as the error title and the error solution guide. The user can use a terminal (such as a smart phone) with a QR code scanning application to scan the QR code to view detailed self-help instructions. When the QR code is displayed together with the error solution guide, the user can understand the details and take action without having to look at the manual.

[0233] When a set time elapses without providing a user input while the error popup window 370 is output, the error popup window 370 disappears from the touch screen 240 , and an error page P340 is output ((a)->(b)).

[0234] In the figure, (b) shows an embodiment of an error page P340 displayed on the touch screen 240 when a set time has passed after the error pop-up window 370 is output. An error title 381 is displayed on the error page P340. An error icon 382 related to the error may be displayed on the error page P340. A text message 383 instructing the user to view the error solution guide in detail may be displayed on the error page P340. A progress bar 360 may be displayed on the error page P340. In one embodiment, in the case where an error occurs while the first page P320 is being output, the output of the touch screen 240 may be switched from the first page P320 to the error page P340. In one embodiment, when an error occurs while the second page P330 is being output, the output of the touch screen 240 may be switched from the second page P330 to the error page P340.

[0235] When the user taps at least any area of ​​the screen constituting the error page P340 in the case where the error page P340 is output on the touch screen 240 , an error pop-up window P370 is output ((b)->(a)).

[0236] In the case of operating only the second processing device 20, the same Fig.13When a dryer is set as an embodiment of the second processing device 20, a dryer error title will be displayed instead of a washing machine error title. For the indicator, the indicator 431 provided in the second device operation user interface 400 will be displayed. The progress bar 360 can be filled with the second color as the filling color. The relevant drawings will be omitted.

[0237] Fig.14 A user interface portion according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, and a process of outputting a composite user interface is shown.

[0238] (a) shows that the first processing device 10 is turned on and powered on when "standard drying" as an example of a processing program of the second processing device 20 is in progress. The user interface portion 200 displays the second device operation user interface 400. In order to allow the user to intuitively identify that the user interface is the second device operation user interface 400, the touch screen 240 displays a "screen occupation device" icon as one of the indicators 431. The "screen occupation device" icon can be provided in the form of two rectangles stacked up and down, with the upper rectangle colored. The upper rectangle can be colored with a second color. This has been described in detail above. The first processing device 10 can be powered on by a touch input on the first power button 221. In the power-off state of the first processing device 10, the switch button 250 and the first start / pause button 271 can be disabled. In one embodiment, the light-emitting element provided on the back of the switch button 250 and the first start / pause button 271 can be turned off to indicate the disabled state to the user.

[0239] When the first processing device 10 is powered on during the processing program of the second processing device 20, the user interface portion 200 switches from (a) to (b). The user interface portion 200 shown in (b) is in a state where both the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 are powered on, and the first device operation user interface 300 is displayed on the touch screen 240. When the first processing device 10 is powered on, the switch button 250 and the first start / pause button 271 are enabled. In one embodiment, the light-emitting element provided on the back of the switch button 250 and the first start / pause button 271 can emit light to indicate to the user the enabled state of the switch button 250 and the first start / pause button 271. In the figure, (b) shows inputting a command to the first processing device 10 to execute the "standard washing" program as a specific processing program. The specific processing process can be executed by touch input on the first start / pause button 271.

[0240] When the processing program of the first processing device 10 is executed during the processing program of the second processing device 20, the user interface part 200 switches from (b) to (c). The user interface part 200 shown in (c) is in a state where both the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 are in a powered-on state, and the first device operation user interface 300 is displayed on the touch screen 240. (c) is a view of the second page P330 output on the first device operation user interface 300. The embodiment of the second page P330 has been described in detail above.

[0241] In the case where the processing program of the first processing device 10 and the processing program of the second processing device 20 are running in parallel, when the set time passes without any input, the user interface part 200 switches from (c) to (d). In (d), the user interface part 200 displays the composite user interface 500 on the touch screen 240.

[0242] The composite user interface 500 displays operation information about the first processing device 10 and operation information about the second processing device 20 on the same screen. The composite user interface 500 is displayed when both the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 are operated. The composite user interface 500 is provided with a first area and a second area. Operation information about the first processing device 10 is displayed in the first area. Operation information about the second processing device 20 is displayed in the second area. The first area and the second area are displayed on the same screen. The first area occupies the lower part of the composite user interface 500, and the second area occupies the upper part of the composite user interface 500.

[0243] In the first area, a progress bar indicating the progress, remaining time, and state name of the treatment program of the first treatment device 10 may be displayed. As an example of the remaining time, "1 hour 10 minutes" is shown. Also, as an example of the state name, "washing" is shown.

[0244] In the second area, a progress bar indicating the progress, remaining time, and status name of the processing program of the second processing device 20 may be displayed. As an example of the remaining time, "1 hour and 50 minutes" is shown. In addition, as an example of the status name, "drying" is shown.

[0245] The first area may receive a user touch input. When a user touch input is received in the first area, the touch screen 240 is controlled to display the first device operation user interface 300. The touch input in the first area is a command to switch the image displayed on the touch screen 240 from the composite user interface 500 to the first device operation user interface 300. In one embodiment, when a touch input for part (1) is received as one of the several touch gestures shown in the figure, the first device operation user interface 300 is displayed. Fig.15As shown in (e).

[0246] The second area may receive a user touch input. When a user touch input is received in the second area, the touch screen 240 is controlled to display the second device operation user interface 400. The touch input in the second area is a command to switch the image displayed on the touch screen 240 from the composite user interface 500 to the second device operation user interface 400. In one embodiment, when a touch input for part (2) is received as one of the several touch gestures shown in the figure, the second device operation user interface 400 is displayed. Fig.15 As shown in (f).

[0247] When an input from the first start / pause button 271 is received while the composite user interface 500 is displayed, the touch screen 240 is controlled to display the first device operation user interface 300. The first start / pause button 271 is a button that issues a pause command when a processing program of the first processing device 10 is in progress and issues an execution command when the processing program of the first processing device 10 is not in progress (for example, the program is in a standby state or a paused state). In one embodiment, when a touch input for part (3) is received as one of the touch gestures shown in the figure, the first device operation user interface 300 is displayed. Fig.15 As shown in (g) of FIG. 2 , when the first start / pause button 271 is input while the processing program of the first processing device 10 is being performed, the processing program executed by the first processing device 10 is paused. And the first processing device 10 that has been performing the processing program is paused.

[0248] When an input from the second start / pause button 272 is received while the composite user interface 500 is displayed, the touch screen 240 is controlled to display the second device operation user interface 400. The second start / pause button 272 is a button that issues a pause command when a processing program of the second processing device 20 is in progress and issues an execution command when a processing program of the second processing device 20 is not in progress (for example, the program is in a standby state or a paused state). In one embodiment, when a touch input for part (4) is received as one of the touch gestures shown in the figure, the second device operation user interface 400 is displayed. Fig.15 And the second processing device 20 which has been performing the processing program is suspended.

[0249] Fig.16 An embodiment of a composite user interface 500 is shown according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0250] In the figure, (a) shows a situation where a washing program is executed by a first processing device 10 while a drying program is executed by a second processing device 20. The remaining time 341 before the washing program is completed is displayed in the first area. In the first area, a progress bar 360 is displayed, which indicates the progress of the washing program completion. A state name is displayed in the first area. In this embodiment, the state name is "washing". The remaining time 441 before the drying program is completed is displayed in the second area. In the second area, a progress bar 460 is displayed, which indicates the progress of the drying program completion. The state name is displayed in the second area. In this embodiment, the state name is "drying".

[0251] In the figure, (b) shows a situation where the first processing device 10 is executing a scheduled cycle while the second processing device 20 is executing a drying program, and the scheduled cycle is executed by a command input to execute a washing program together with a scheduled option. The scheduled cycle is a process that does not execute a specific processing process within the set time when a future time is set to complete a specific processing program, but waits to execute the specific processing program when the set time is reached. The remaining time 341 before the washing program is completed is displayed in the first area. A progress bar 360 indicating the progress before the washing program is completed is displayed in the first area. A status name is displayed in the first area. In this embodiment, the status name is "Scheduled washing completed". The remaining time 441 before the drying program is completed is displayed in the second area. In the second area, a progress bar 460 is displayed, which indicates the progress of the drying program completion. The status name is displayed in the second area. In this embodiment, the status name is "Drying".

[0252] Fig.17 Embodiments of a composite user interface according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown, wherein (a) is an embodiment for an error occurring in a second processing device, and (b) is an embodiment for an error occurring in a first processing device.

[0253] In the figure, (a) shows a situation where a washing program is executed by the first processing device 10 while an error occurs in the second processing device 20. In this embodiment, the remaining time 341 before the washing program is completed is displayed in the first area. In the first area, a progress bar 360 is displayed, which indicates the progress before the washing program is completed. A state name is displayed in the first area. In this embodiment, the state name is "washing". An error title 481 is displayed in the second area. In the second area, a progress bar 460 is displayed, which indicates the progress before the drying program is completed. In the second area, a text message instructing the user to view the error resolution guide in detail is displayed.

[0254] In the figure, (b) shows a situation where an error occurs in the first processing device 10 while the second processing device 20 is executing a drying program. An error title 381 is displayed in the first area. A progress bar 360 indicating the progress until the washing program is completed is displayed in the first area. In the first area, a text message instructing the user to view the error resolution guide in detail may be displayed. The remaining time 441 until the drying program is completed is displayed in the second area. In the second area, a progress bar 460 is displayed, which indicates the progress until the drying program is completed. A status name is displayed in the second area. In this embodiment, the status name is "drying".

[0255] Fig.18 An embodiment and process of outputting a composite user interface on the touch screen 240 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown. Fig.18 The process in is similar to Fig.14 Only the execution order of the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 is changed. Fig.18 Give a description.

[0256] In the figure, (a) shows a first device operation user interface 300 as an example of a treatment program of the first treatment device 10, which is displayed when "standard washing" is in progress. The second treatment device 20 can be powered on by a touch input on the second power button 222. When the power of the second treatment device 20 is switched to the on state by touching the second power button 222, the image displayed on the touch screen 240 switches from (a) to (b).

[0257] In (b), both the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 are powered on, and the second device operation user interface 400 is displayed on the touch screen 240. (b) shows a program selection page, in which one of a plurality of processing programs provided by the second processing device 20 can be selected, and a screen designating "standard drying" as a specific processing program is shown. When an execution command is input by touching the second start / pause button 272, the image displayed on the touch screen 240 switches from (b) to (c).

[0258] In (c), the second device operation user interface 400 is displayed. "Standard drying" is executed as the processing program of the second processing device 20, and the second page P330 is output on the second device operation user interface 400. In the case where the processing program of the first processing device 10 and the processing program of the second processing device 20 are running in parallel, when a set time passes without any input, the image displayed on the touch screen 240 switches from (c) to (d). In (d), the composite user interface 500 is displayed on the touch screen 240.

[0259] Fig.19 In (e) it is shown that Fig.18 The case where an input is received through the first start / pause button 271 while the composite user interface is output as in (d) of FIG. 1 , and the case where an input is received through the second start / pause button 272 is shown in (f) . Fig.19 and Fig.15 The same process is described in (e) and (f). Fig.19 An example of an image displayed on the touch screen 240 is shown in an enlarged view to facilitate understanding.

[0260] Fig. 20 A user interface portion is shown in which the first processing device is powered on and the second processing device is powered off, while a program selection page of the first device operation user interface 300 is output on the touch screen 240 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0261] In the user interface portion 200, the additional function button 260 is indicated as enabled. Whether the additional function button 260 is enabled can be indicated by the light emitting state of the light from the light emitting member located at the rear of the additional function button 260. When the additional function button 260 is enabled, the light emitting member emits light so that the additional function button 260 is lit. Upon receiving a user input through the additional function button 260, the touch screen 240 can display the additional function page P350. Fig.21 Describe the additional functions page P350 in more detail.

[0262] Fig.21 A process of setting a drying preparation function as a pre-preparation function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, and a page displayed on the touch screen 240 for each process when the drying preparation function is set and a program of the first processing device is executed is shown.

[0263] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the laundry processing device 1 has a pre-preparation function. In one embodiment, the pre-preparation function is a function that is performed before the main process is performed by the first processing device 10 or the second processing device 20 to improve the efficiency of the main process (for example, a washing program or a drying program). In the context of the present disclosure, pre-preparation can be defined as preparation performed before the main process, and thus the efficiency of the main process can be improved. This specification describes a washing machine as an example of the first processing device 10 and a drying machine as an example of the second processing device 20, but is not limited to this. In addition, the terms first processing device and second processing device used in conjunction with the pre-preparation function in the claims may be different from the terms first processing device 10 and second processing device 20 described, and the claims should preferably be understood to be the same.

[0264] The pre-preparation function may be enabled by user input. In one embodiment, when the pre-preparation function is enabled, pre-preparation operations for a process to be performed by the second processing device 20 may be performed in conjunction with the execution of the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, when the pre-preparation function is enabled, pre-preparation operations for a process to be performed by the first processing device 10 may be performed in conjunction with the execution of the second processing device 20. In one embodiment, when the pre-preparation function is enabled, pre-preparation operations for a process to be performed by the second processing device 20 may be performed according to the execution of the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, when the pre-preparation function is enabled, pre-preparation operations for a process to be performed by the first processing device 10 may be performed according to the execution of the second processing device 20.

[0265] In one embodiment, the pre-preparation function may include a "drying preparation function". The "drying preparation function" may include a "preheating function". The pre-preparation function is described in detail below using the "drying preparation function" as an example, but is not limited thereto. The pre-preparation function may provide various functions, such as an automatic cleaning function of various components.

[0266] In one embodiment, the drying preparation function is a function of notifying the user after the washing process is finished and preparing the dryer for operation before the washing cycle is finished, so that once the washing cycle is finished, the dryer is ready for use. In one embodiment, the drying preparation function includes a "preheating function" that preheats the interior of the second drum 22 to a set temperature.

[0267] In the figure, (a) shows an additional function page P350 according to one embodiment. The additional function page P350 is a page that enables settings to enable or disable one or more of the functions of the laundry processing device 1 including the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, the additional function page P350 may belong to the first device operation user interface 300. In one embodiment, the additional function item 391 that can be configured in the additional function page P350 can be "drying preparation". In the additional function page P350, a user command can be input to enable the drying preparation function. According to one embodiment, a switch 392 can be displayed in the additional function item 391. The switch 392 can be a type that switches between on / off by touch. The switch 392 using the touch screen 240 can be represented in various ways. The illustrated embodiment is an example of representing the switch 392. When the switch 392 is touched, the switch 392 is switched to on ((a)->(b)).

[0268] (b) is an image displayed on the touch screen 240 immediately after the switch 392 is switched to on. A setup completion pop-up window 393 is output on the touch screen 240. The setup completion pop-up window 393 may be a pop-up window indicating that the setup of a specific function is complete. The setup completion pop-up window 393 may include a text message indicating that the setup of a specific function is complete. In one embodiment, the setup completion pop-up window 393 may display a text message reading "You have set the drying preparation. Please note that the dryer door is closed." Even when the second processing device 20 is in a power-off state, the processing device 20 is powered on when the "drying preparation function" is enabled. In an embodiment of the first processing device 10 in which the drying preparation function is enabled, when input is provided through the first start / pause button 271 of the washing machine, a specific processing program of the first processing device 10 is executed. In the present embodiment, the specific processing program is "standard washing" ((b)->(c)).

[0269] In the figure, (c) shows the first device operation user interface 300 displayed on the touch screen 240 while the washing program is executed with the "drying preparation function" set. The first page P320 is displayed on the first device operation user interface 300. Indicators 331 are displayed on the first page P320 display. One of the indicators 331 is an indicator 331e, which indicates that the "drying preparation function" is set. As in (c), when a set time passes without providing any user input while the first page P320 is output on the first device operation user interface 300, the second page P330 is displayed on the touch screen 240 ((a)->(b)).

[0270] (d) shows a composite user interface 500 output when the "drying preparation function" is set and the processing program of the first processing device 10 is in progress. The composite user interface 500 can be output when the "drying preparation function" is set and the processing program of the first processing device 10 is in progress. The page including the composite user interface 500 that is output is provided with a first area and a second area. In the first area, the remaining time 341 before the processing program of the first processing device 10 is completed is displayed. In the second area, a drying preparation state 491 is displayed, which corresponds to the operating state of the drying preparation. In this embodiment, in (d), the drying preparation state 491 is indicated as "ready for drying". "Ready for drying" is a message indicating that the drying preparation is on standby or is currently being executed.

[0271] (e) shows that the completion time of the washing program of the first processing device 10 is about to occur and the drying preparation operation has been completed. In the illustrated embodiment, the time remaining before the washing program performed by the first processing device 10 is completed is 1 minute, and the dehydration program is in progress. In the illustrated embodiment, the drying preparation operation is completed, and the drying preparation state 491 is indicated as "ready to dry". In one embodiment, the "drying preparation operation" is completed before the washing program is completed, which is a processing program performed by the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, the "drying preparation operation" is completed before the dehydration cycle is completed.

[0272] (f) shows the first device operation user interface 300 displayed on the touch screen 240 when the washing program of the first processing device 10 is completed. A message indicating that the washing is completed is output immediately after the washing program is completed. When the "drying preparation function" is set, it is notified that the washing is completed and the drying is ready. For example, the notification may include a text message "Washing is completed. Please transfer the clothes to the preheated dryer". When a set time passes without user input while the image in (f) is displayed, or when the first processing device 10 is powered off by touching the first power button 221 of the first processing device 10, the second device operation user interface 400 ((f)->(g)) is displayed on the touch screen 240.

[0273] (g) is an image of the second device operation user interface 400 displayed in the "ready to dry" state, in which the processing program of the second processing device 20 is not executed, but is on standby. The information displayed in the second device operation user interface 400 includes information indicating that the drying preparation has been completed. The second device operation user interface 400 displays an indicator, a program name, a remaining time, and a status name. In this embodiment, the program name is "standard drying", the remaining time is "1 hour and 20 minutes", and the status is "ready to dry. The user opens the second cabinet door 27 of the second processing device 20 ready for drying, and transfers the clothes processed by the first processing device 10 to the second drum 22. Then, the user closes the second cabinet door 27 and inputs a command to execute the processing program of the second processing device 20 through the second start / pause button 272. When the command to execute the processing program is received through the second start / pause button 272, the second processing device 20 executes the processing program. When the processing program is executed, the status name of the second processing device 20 displayed on the touch screen 240 can change from "ready to dry" to "drying" ((g)->(h)).

[0274] Fig. 22The process of setting a drying preparation function as a preparation function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, and the page displayed on the touch screen 240 for each process when the drying preparation function is set and the processing program of the first processing device is executed when the conditions for executing the drying preparation function are not met (for example, when the second box door of the second processing device is not closed) is shown.

[0275] In the figure, (a) shows an additional function page P350 according to one embodiment. The additional function page P350 is a page that enables settings to enable or disable one or more of the several functions of the clothing processing device 1 including the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, the additional function item 391 that can be configured to be enabled in the additional function page P350 can be "drying preparation". According to one embodiment, a switch 392 can be displayed in the additional function item 391. The switch 392 can be a type that switches between on / off by touch. The switch 392 using the touch screen 240 can be represented in various ways. The illustrated embodiment is an example of representing the switch 392. When the switch 392 is touched, the switch 392 is switched to on ((a)->(b)).

[0276] (b) is an image displayed on the touch screen 240 immediately after the switch 392 is switched to on. A setup completion pop-up window 393 is output on the touch screen 240. The setup completion pop-up window 393 may be a pop-up window indicating that the setup of a specific function is complete. The setup completion pop-up window 393 may include a text message indicating that the setup of a specific function is complete. In one embodiment, the setup completion pop-up window 393 may display a text message reading "You have set the drying preparation. Please note that the dryer door is closed." Even when the second processing device 20 is in a power-off state, the processing device 20 is powered on when the "drying preparation function" is enabled. In an embodiment of the first processing device 10 in which the drying preparation function is enabled, when input is provided through the first start / pause button 271 of the washing machine, a specific processing program of the first processing device 10 is executed. In the present embodiment, the specific processing program is "standard washing" ((b)->(c)).

[0277] (d) shows a composite user interface 500 output when the "drying preparation function" is enabled and the processing program of the first processing device 10 is in progress. When the "drying preparation function" is set, the clothing processing device 1 senses whether the current state of the second processing unit 20 meets the conditions for performing the "drying preparation" operation. In one embodiment, the sensing can be performed by various sensors not shown. The condition for performing the "drying preparation" operation is set to a preset execution condition. In one embodiment, the execution condition is that the second cabinet door 27 is closed (the dryer door is closed). (d) shows a notification pop-up window 570 displayed when the "drying preparation function" is enabled while the processing program of the first processing device 10 is in progress and the second cabinet door 27 of the second processing device 20 is not closed. The notification pop-up window 570 may indicate that the execution condition of "prepare for drying" has not been met. In one embodiment, the notification pop-up window 570 displays an error title indicating that the conditions for performing the drying preparation function are not met and a method for satisfying the conditions for performing the drying preparation function. The error title 481 displays information related to the conditions for performing the drying preparation function. In this embodiment, notification pop-up window 570 displays "Dryer door is not closed" as an error title and "Please close the dryer door and press the button to prepare for drying" as a method of satisfying the condition for clearing the error. When a set time passes without any input from the user while image (d) is output on touch screen 240, image (e) is output on touch screen 240.

[0278] (d) shows a composite user interface 500 output when the "drying preparation function" is enabled and the processing program of the first processing device 10 is in progress. The page constituting the composite user interface 500 includes a first area and a second area. In the first area, the remaining time 341 before the processing program of the first processing device 10 is completed is displayed. In the first area, a state name is displayed, which is the name of the ongoing cycle or state of the processing program currently being executed by the first processing device 10. The first area displays a progress bar 360 of the first processing unit 10. In the second area, the operation state of the drying preparation function is displayed. In this embodiment, the operation state of the drying preparation function is not to execute the drying preparation function because the execution condition for executing the drying preparation function is not satisfied. The operation state of the drying preparation function is indicated by an error title 481. In this embodiment, the error title 481 is "Dryer door is not closed". "Dryer door is not closed" is an example of a notification indicating that the state of the second processing device 20 does not satisfy the execution condition for executing the "drying function". When any part of the second area is touched, a notification pop-up window 570 can be output. The second area displays a text message that the notification pop-up window 570 can be output. In this embodiment, since the method of outputting the notification pop-up window is to touch the second area, the text message may be a “touch instruction.” The notification pop-up window 570 in the illustrated embodiment relates to the second processing device 20 and may therefore be included in the second device operation user interface 400 .

[0279] (f) shows a composite user interface 500 displayed when a processing program of the first processing device 10 is in progress (the "drying preparation function" is set). (f) shows an image displayed when all execution conditions of the "drying preparation function" are satisfied. In this embodiment, when the user closes the dryer door (second cabinet door 27) and touches the second start / pause button 272 while the image of (d) is output, the image of (f) is output. In this embodiment, when the user closes the dryer door (second cabinet door 27) and touches the second start / pause button 272 while the image of (e) is output, the image of (f) is output. In the composite user interface 500 shown in (f), a drying preparation state 491 indicating that drying preparation is completed is displayed in the second area of ​​the composite user interface 500. In this embodiment, in (d), the drying preparation state 491 is indicated as "Ready for drying". "Ready for drying" is a message indicating that the drying preparation operation is on standby or in execution.

[0280] While the present disclosure has been shown and described with reference to the particular embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the disclosure as defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A device for treating clothes, the device comprising: a user interface (UI) portion, the user interface (UI) portion including a screen configured to output an image displaying a user interface, wherein, during laundry treatment performed by the device, the image on the screen switches from a first page to a second page different from the first page, wherein the first page displays a plurality of pieces of information related to the laundry treatment, and The second page only displays a portion of the multiple pieces of information.

2. The device according to claim 1, wherein The plurality of pieces of information include a remaining time before the laundry treatment is completed, wherein the remaining time is displayed on the first page and the second page, and The remaining time displayed on the second page is shown in a larger size than that on the first page.

3. The device according to claim 1, wherein: The plurality of pieces of information include treatment options for the laundry treatment setting, The processing option is displayed on the first page but not on the second page.

4. The device according to claim 1, wherein: Based on not receiving a user input within a preset time while outputting the first page, the screen outputs the second page.

5. The device according to claim 4, wherein: Based on receiving a user input while outputting the second page, the screen outputs the first page.

6. The device according to claim 1, wherein: The plurality of pieces of information include at least one of the following pieces of information: Cycle information related to the laundry treatment; Set processing option information; Communication connection status information; Remote control setting information; Door lock status information; Drying preparation setting information; Power Jet settings information; Steam settings information; Ironing notification setting information; Anti-wrinkle setting information; and Appointment setup information.

7. The device according to claim 1, wherein: Based on an error occurring in the device, the screen outputs an error pop-up window including at least one of an error title or an error resolution guide, Wherein, based on the fact that no additional error occurs within a preset time or longer time after the error pop-up window is output, the screen outputs the first page or the second page, The error title is displayed on the first page or the second page in a larger size than the error pop-up window.

8. The device according to claim 1, wherein: Based on an error occurring in the device while the second page is output, the screen outputs an error page having an error title displayed on the second page.

9. The device according to claim 8, wherein: The error title is displayed in a first size on the error page, wherein, based on receiving user input while outputting the error page, the screen outputs an error pop-up window displaying the error title and an error solution guide, wherein the error solution guide is a user guide for solving the error, The error title in the error pop-up window is displayed in a second size that is smaller than the first size.

10. The device according to claim 1, wherein the device provides a reservation function for completing the laundry treatment at a preset time. in, The plurality of pieces of information include a remaining time before the laundry treatment is completed, The remaining time is displayed on the first page and the second page. wherein the remaining time displayed on the second page is displayed in a larger size than that displayed on the first page, During the execution of the reservation function, the image on the screen switches from the first page to the second page.

11. The device according to claim 1, further comprising: a first treating apparatus including a first drum configured to receive laundry therein; as well as A second treating apparatus includes a second drum configured to receive laundry therein.

12. The device according to claim 11, wherein The laundry treatment can be performed by each of the first treating apparatus and the second treating apparatus.

13. The device according to claim 12, wherein: Based on only one of the first and second processing apparatuses performing the laundry treatment, the information displayed on the first and second pages corresponds to the laundry treatment performed by the one of the first and second processing apparatuses.

14. The device according to claim 1, further comprising: a first treating apparatus including a first drum configured to receive laundry therein; as well as a second treating apparatus comprising a second drum configured to receive laundry therein, Wherein, based on the clothing processing being performed by each of the first processing device and the second processing device, the screen output displays a third page of a first remaining time before the clothing processing is completed by the first processing device and a second remaining time before the clothing processing is completed by the second processing device.

15. The device according to claim 14, wherein: The screen outputs the third page after a preset time elapses during output of the first page or the second page, based on one of the first processing apparatus and the second processing apparatus starting to perform the laundry treatment while the other is performing the laundry treatment.

16. The apparatus according to claim 14, wherein: The third page includes: a first area, the first area displaying the first remaining time; and A second area, the second area displays the second remaining time, and the second area is different from the first area.

17. The device according to claim 16, wherein: The first area corresponds to an upper area of ​​the third page, The second area corresponds to the lower area of ​​the third page.

18. The apparatus of claim 14, wherein: The user interface portion also includes: a first input unit configured to receive a user input to execute or pause the laundry treatment of the first treatment device; and a second input unit configured to receive a user input to execute or pause the laundry treatment of the second treatment device, wherein, based on receiving an input through the first input unit or the second input unit in the case of outputting the third page, the image on the screen is switched from the third page to the first page, wherein the plurality of pieces of information displayed on the first page output by switching from the third page when the input is received through the first input unit corresponds to the laundry treatment of the first processing device, wherein the plurality of pieces of information displayed on the first page output by switching from the third page when the input is received through the second input unit corresponds to the laundry treatment of the second treating apparatus.

19. The apparatus of claim 14, wherein: Based on the fact that the laundry processing of one of the first processing device and the second processing device is completed earlier than the laundry processing of the other while the third page is output on the screen, the screen outputs the first page indicating completion information related to the one of the first processing device and the second processing device.

20. An apparatus for treating laundry, the apparatus comprising: a first processing device including a first drum configured to accommodate laundry therein, the first processing device performing a first process for treating the laundry accommodated in the first drum; a second processing device including a second drum configured to accommodate laundry therein, the second processing device performing a second process for treating the laundry accommodated in the second drum; as well as A control panel comprising a screen configured to output one of: a first device operation user interface (UI) outputting the first device operation user interface to operate the first processing device; a second device operation user interface, outputting the second device operation user interface to operate the second processing device; or a composite user interface that is output when both the first processing device and the second processing device are operating, The first device operation user interface includes a plurality of pieces of information related to the first process, and the first device operation user interface is displayed on a single page. The second device operation user interface includes a plurality of pieces of information related to the second process, and the second device operation user interface is displayed on a single page. The composite user interface includes a first remaining time corresponding to the remaining time before the first process is completed and a second remaining time corresponding to the remaining time before the second process is completed, and the composite user interface is displayed on a single page.

21. The apparatus according to claim 20, wherein: The composite user interface displays only a portion of the plurality of pieces of information related to the first process and a portion of the plurality of pieces of information related to the second process.

22. The apparatus of claim 20, wherein: The composite user interface is output based on the second processing device starting to operate while the first processing device is operating, or based on the first processing device starting to operate while the second processing device is operating.

23. The apparatus of claim 20, wherein: The screen outputs the composite user interface after a preset time elapses based on the second processing device starting to operate while the first processing device is operating, or based on the first processing device starting to operate while the second processing device is operating.

24. The apparatus of claim 20, wherein: The screen is a touch screen configured to receive touch input from a user, The composite user interface includes a first area for displaying the first remaining time and a second area for displaying the second remaining time. in: Based on receiving the touch input in the first area, the screen outputs the first device operation user interface; and Based on receiving the touch input in the second area, the screen outputs the second device operation user interface.

25. The apparatus of claim 20, wherein: The screen outputs the composite user interface based on not receiving a user input for a preset time or longer while the first processing device and the second processing device are performing the laundry processing and the screen is outputting the first device operation user interface or the second device operation user interface.

26. The apparatus of claim 20, wherein: The first device operates a user interface to display the first remaining time, Wherein, the second device operates the user interface to display the second remaining time, The first remaining time and the second remaining time are displayed in a larger size on the composite user interface than on the first device operation user interface and the second device operation user interface.

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