New model lighting controller

Abstract

The present application belongs to the field of model lighting control technology, and discloses a new model lighting controller, including: a model lighting controller, the model lighting controller includes: a microcontroller unit MCU, a USB interface unit, a switching regulator, a programming interface, an upper shell, a lower shell, a connector and a lighting drive circuit; the upper shell and the lower shell are detachably fixed together to protect the internal circuits and components; the microcontroller unit MCU, the USB interface unit, the switching regulator, the programming interface, the connector and the lighting drive circuit are fixedly arranged in the upper shell; the microcontroller unit MCU is connected to the USB interface unit, the switching regulator, the programming interface, the connector and the lighting drive circuit. The utility model adopts the single-line serial digital channel S.BUS technology, realizes the efficient decoding and accurate processing of multiple lighting channel data, significantly simplifies the equipment wiring, reduces the failure rate, and greatly improves the user convenience and system maintenance efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of model lighting control, and more specifically, to a novel model lighting controller. Background Art

[0002] Most traditional model lighting controllers use a multi-line connection method, which is connected to the model lighting system through multiple complex cables, which greatly increases the number of hardware interfaces and cables and increases costs.

[0003] Prior art publication CN102595709A provides a light controller comprising a microcontroller unit (MCU), a light driver circuit, a control circuit, a timer, and a first electronic switch. The MCU's first output is connected to the first input of the control circuit, its second output is connected to the input of the timer, and its input is connected to the second input of the control circuit, all of which are connected to the output of a high-effective switch. The control circuit's first output is connected to the first input of the first electronic switch, and its second output is connected to the input of the light driver circuit. The timer's output is connected to the second input of the first electronic switch. The first electronic switch is grounded, and the output of the light driver circuit is connected to the vehicle light. If the MCU fails, the light controller can directly control the light using the high-effective switch, thus resolving the problems of the prior art.

[0004] While the above-mentioned prior art solutions can achieve the relevant beneficial effects through existing technical structures, they still have the following drawbacks: 1. The connection to the model lighting system through multiple complex cables significantly increases the number of hardware interfaces and cables, increasing costs. 2. The multiple cable connection method is cumbersome, with numerous cables and complicated connections, resulting in low work efficiency and a waste of manpower and resources.

[0005] In view of this, we propose a new model lighting controller. Utility Model Content

[0006] 1. Technical problems to be solved

[0007] The purpose of this application is to provide a new model lighting controller that solves the technical problems raised in the above background technology. It uses single-wire serial digital channel (S.BUS) technology to achieve efficient decoding and accurate processing of data from multiple lighting channels. The controller significantly simplifies device wiring through a single-wire connection, reduces failure rates, and greatly improves user convenience and system maintenance efficiency.

[0008] 2. Technical solution

[0009] The technical solution of this application provides a new model light controller, including: a model light controller;

[0010] The model light controller comprises: a micro control unit MCU, a USB interface unit, a switching regulator, a programming interface, an upper shell, a lower shell, a connector and a light driving circuit.

[0011] The upper and lower housings are detachably fixed together to protect the internal circuits and components. The upper housing contains a microcontroller unit (MCU), a USB interface unit, a switching regulator, a programming interface, a connector, and a light driving circuit.

[0012] The microcontroller (MCU) connects to the USB interface unit, switching regulator, programming interface, connector, and light driver circuitry. These interfaces and circuitry enable communication and control with external devices. The USB interface unit allows users to connect the light controller to a computer or other USB device for data transfer, firmware updates, and configuration settings. Furthermore, the programming interface allows users to program and configure the light controller to achieve various lighting effects and control functions. The light driver circuitry receives commands from the MCU and drives the external lighting devices to operate according to the specified mode or effect.

[0013] Upper and lower housings: These two parts protect the internal circuitry and components while providing an aesthetically pleasing appearance. They are held together in a removable manner for easy repair and replacement of internal components.

[0014] Microcontroller Unit MCU: MCU (Microcontroller Unit) is the core of the lighting controller, responsible for receiving and processing instructions from the programming interface, USB interface unit or other input devices, and controlling the light driving circuit to drive the light.

[0015] USB Interface Unit: This unit allows users to connect the light controller to a computer or other USB device via a USB cable for data transfer, firmware updates, or configuration settings. A USB Type-C-6 connector is preferred; it's a USB connector type designed to offer reversible pluggability, fast charging, high-speed data transfer, and broad compatibility. It adheres to the USB 3.1 protocol, providing higher data transfer speeds and greater bandwidth for convenient data transfer and charging.

[0016] Switching Regulator: The voltage regulator ensures a stable power supply to the light controller's internal circuitry. It receives external power input and converts it into a stable voltage output to protect the internal circuitry from voltage fluctuations. The switching regulator uses the TPS563202DRLR, a Texas Instruments switching regulator. The TPS563202DRLR is suitable for applications requiring efficient, stable voltage output, such as power management and battery-powered devices. As a Texas Instruments product, it is expected to provide good performance and reliability. The switching regulator ensures a stable power supply to the light controller.

[0017] Programming interface: The programming interface allows users or developers to program or configure the light controller using specific programming tools or software. This typically involves setting the brightness, color, blinking mode, etc. The programming interface can be a hardware interface (such as JTAG, SPI, etc.) or a software interface (such as an API).

[0018] Connector: The connector is used to connect the light controller to external devices (such as light strips, LED lights, etc.). It can be a physical interface (such as pins, sockets, etc.) or a wireless interface (such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, etc.).

[0019] Lighting driver circuit: The lighting driver circuit is responsible for receiving instructions from the MCU and driving external lighting devices (such as LED lights) to work according to the specified mode or effect.

[0020] External commands can be received through the USB interface unit, programming and configuration can be performed through the programming interface, and the brightness and effects of the lights can be controlled through the light driving circuit.

[0021] Furthermore, in programming, a programming interface refers to a method for two systems or software elements to communicate, exchange data, or interact. It defines how software components interact with each other, including method declarations, data types, parameters, and return values. An interface can be thought of as a contract or protocol that specifies the rules and standards that classes or components implementing the interface must follow.

[0022] Furthermore, the new model light controller is connected to the model light system of the external model and the aircraft model signal terminal through an S.BUS cable via a data connection; the data connection is a single-wire S.BUS cable;

[0023] The aircraft model signal terminal is provided with a number of channels (channel 1, channel 2, ... channel N); the aircraft model signal terminal is provided with a digital channel;

[0024] The model lighting system of the external model includes LED light 1, LED light 2, ... LED light N.

[0025] In this technical solution, the new model lighting controller, the model lighting system of the external model and the aircraft model signal terminal are connected through the S.BUS cable, so that multiple LED lights can be connected to one cable. A single S.BUS cable can achieve full connection with the model lighting system.

[0026] As an optional solution, this utility model uses single-wire serial digital channel (S.BUS) technology to achieve efficient decoding and precise processing of data from multiple lighting channels. The controller significantly simplifies device wiring through a single-wire connection, reduces failure rates, and greatly improves user convenience and system maintenance efficiency.

[0027] 3. Beneficial effects

[0028] One or more technical solutions provided in the technical solution of this application have at least the following technical effects or advantages:

[0029] 1. Significant savings in wires: The new model lighting controller uses a single-line connection, eliminating the large number of cables required for traditional multi-line connections, effectively saving material costs and space occupation. It is especially suitable for model scenes with compact space and complex layouts.

[0030] 2. Improved usability: The simplified connection method eliminates the need for users to deal with complex multi-wiring connectors, making the installation and debugging process more intuitive and quick, reducing the requirements for user expertise and improving the user-friendliness of the model lighting system.

[0031] 3. Enhanced system reliability: The single-line connection design fundamentally reduces lighting control failures caused by cable problems, improves the operational stability of the entire model lighting system, and ensures consistent lighting effects during model display or operation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0032] Figure 1 This is an overall schematic diagram of a new model lighting controller disclosed in a preferred embodiment of the present application;

[0033] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the model lighting controller and the model lighting system and aircraft model signal terminal of the external model;

[0034] Figure 3 This is a circuit diagram of the microcontroller unit (MCU) of a novel model lighting controller disclosed in a preferred embodiment of the present application;

[0035] Figure 4 This is a circuit diagram of the USB interface unit of the new model lighting controller disclosed in a preferred embodiment of this application;

[0036] Figure 5 This is a circuit diagram of a switching regulator for a new model lighting controller disclosed in a preferred embodiment of this application.

[0037] Reference numerals:

[0038] 1. Microcontroller unit (MCU); 2. USB interface unit; 3. Switching regulator; 4. Programming interface; 5. Connector; 6. Light driving circuit; 7. Upper housing; 8. Lower housing; 9. S.BUS cable; 10. Model lighting system of external model; 11. Model aircraft signal terminal; 12. Model lighting controller; 13. Data connection; T1, channel 1; T2, channel 2; TN, channel N; S, digital channel; LED1, LED light 1; LED2, LED light 2; LEDN, LED light N. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0039] The present application is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0040] Reference Figure 1 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 , the embodiment of the present application provides a new model light controller, including: a model light controller 12;

[0041] The model light controller 12 includes: a micro control unit MCU1, a USB interface unit 2, a switching regulator 3, a programming interface 4, an upper shell 7, a lower shell 8, a connector 5 and a light driving circuit 6.

[0042] The upper housing 7 and the lower housing 8 are detachably fixed together to protect the internal circuits and components. The upper housing 7 is fixed with a microcontroller unit MCU1, a USB interface unit 2, a switching regulator 3, a programming interface 4, a connector 5 and a light driving circuit 6.

[0043] The microcontroller unit MCU1 is connected to a USB interface unit 2, a switching regulator 3, a programming interface 4, a connector 5, and a light driver circuit 6. These interfaces and circuits enable communication and control with external devices. Users can connect the light controller to a computer or other USB device via the USB interface unit 2 for data transfer, firmware updates, and configuration settings. Furthermore, users can program and configure the light controller via the programming interface 4 to achieve various lighting effects and control functions. The light driver circuit 6 receives commands from the MCU and drives the external lighting device to operate according to the specified mode or effect.

[0044] Upper and lower housings 7 and 8: These two parts protect the internal circuitry and components while providing an aesthetically pleasing appearance. They are removably fastened together to facilitate maintenance and replacement of internal components.

[0045] Microcontroller Unit MCU1: The MCU (Microcontroller Unit) is the core of the lighting controller, responsible for receiving and processing instructions from the programming interface, USB interface unit or other input devices, and controlling the light driving circuit to drive the light.

[0046] USB Interface Unit 2: This unit allows users to connect the light controller to a computer or other USB device via a USB cable for data transfer, firmware updates, and configuration settings. A USB Type-C-6 connector is preferred; it is a USB connector type designed to offer reversible pluggability, fast charging, high-speed data transfer, and broad compatibility. It adheres to the USB 3.1 protocol, providing higher data transfer speeds and greater bandwidth for convenient data transfer and charging.

[0047] Switching Regulator 3: The voltage regulator ensures a stable power supply to the light controller's internal circuitry. It receives external power input and converts it into a stable voltage output to protect the internal circuitry from voltage fluctuations. This switching regulator uses the TPS563202DRLR, a Texas Instruments switching regulator. The TPS563202DRLR is suitable for applications requiring efficient, stable voltage output, such as power management and battery-powered devices. As a Texas Instruments product, it is expected to provide good performance and reliability. The switching regulator ensures a stable power supply to the light controller.

[0048] Programming Interface 4: The programming interface allows users or developers to program or configure the light controller using specific programming tools or software. This typically involves setting the light's brightness, color, blinking pattern, and more. The programming interface can be a hardware interface (such as JTAG, SPI, etc.) or a software interface (such as an API).

[0049] Connector 5: The connector is used to connect the light controller to external devices (such as light strips, LED lights, etc.). It can be a physical interface (such as pins, sockets, etc.) or a wireless interface (such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, etc.).

[0050] Lighting driver circuit 6: The lighting driver circuit is responsible for receiving instructions from the MCU and driving external lighting devices (such as LED lights) to work according to the specified mode or effect.

[0051] External commands can be received through the USB interface unit, programming and configuration can be performed through the programming interface, and the brightness and effects of the lights can be controlled through the light driving circuit.

[0052] Furthermore, in programming, a programming interface refers to a method for two systems or software elements to communicate, exchange data, or interact. It defines how software components interact with each other, including method declarations, data types, parameters, and return values. An interface can be thought of as a contract or protocol that specifies the rules and standards that classes or components implementing the interface must follow.

[0053] Specifically, programming interfaces have the following main uses in programming:

[0054] Accessing hardware devices: Programming interfaces allow developers to directly access computer hardware devices, such as disk drives, monitors, printers, etc. Developers can use programming interfaces to send instructions and data to hardware devices and receive responses from them.

[0055] Controlling computer resources: Programming interfaces allow developers to manage and control computer resources. For example, developers can use programming interfaces to allocate and release memory, manage processes and threads, and control network communications.

[0056] Implementing software functionality: A programming interface provides a set of functions, classes, and methods that developers can use to implement specific software functionality. For example, a programming interface for a graphical user interface (GUI) might provide controls such as buttons, text boxes, and menus that developers can use to build the user interface.

[0057] Reference Figure 2 The new model light controller is connected to the model light system 10 of the external model and the aircraft model signal terminal 11 through the S.BUS cable 9 via the data connection 13; the data connection 13 is a single-line S.BUS cable;

[0058] The aircraft model signal terminal 11 is provided with a plurality of channels (channel 1 T1, channel 2 T2, ..., channel NTN); the aircraft model signal terminal 11 is provided with a digital channel S;

[0059] The model lighting system 10 of the external model includes an LED lamp 1 LED1, an LED lamp 2 LED2, ..., an LED lamp NLEDN.

[0060] In this technical solution, the new model light controller, the model light system 10 of the external model and the aircraft model signal terminal 11 are connected through an S.BUS cable, so that multiple LED lights can be connected to one cable. A single S.BUS cable can achieve full connection with the model light system.

[0061] Furthermore, the use of single-wire serial digital channel (S.BUS) technology enables efficient decoding and precise processing of data from multiple lighting channels. The controller significantly simplifies device wiring through a single-wire connection, reduces failure rates, and greatly improves user convenience and system maintenance efficiency.

[0062] The S.BUS protocol is used as the data transmission standard. This is an efficient serial communication technology designed specifically for model remote control applications and has the following characteristics: (1) Efficient data transmission: S.BUS transmits data from multiple channels simultaneously on the same signal line in a serial manner, achieving high-density information exchange and significantly improving data transmission rate and bandwidth utilization. (2) Strong anti-interference ability: The S.BUS protocol uses differential signal transmission, data packet verification and other mechanisms to ensure good anti-interference performance and data integrity in model application scenarios with complex electromagnetic environments. (3) Plug and play: The S.BUS protocol supports automatic device recognition and does not require manual configuration or address setting, which simplifies the device access process and improves operational convenience. (4) Low power consumption: Since only one signal line is required for data communication, S.BUS technology helps reduce energy consumption and is particularly suitable for battery-powered model applications.

[0063] Compared with the traditional multi-line connection method, the utility model has a new model lighting controller with a single-line connection design. It can achieve full connection with the model lighting system through a single S.BUS cable, greatly reducing the number of hardware interfaces and cables. Specifically:

[0064] (1) Simplified wiring: Users only need to connect one S.BUS cable to each component of the model lighting system, which greatly simplifies the installation and wiring work and reduces the operational complexity and potential failure points caused by wiring errors.

[0065] (2) Reduce the failure rate: Single-line connection reduces mutual interference between lines and failures caused by cable aging, wear, poor contact, etc., thereby enhancing the overall stability and reliability of the system.

[0066] (3) Easy to expand and maintain: With the expansion of the model lighting system, the single-line connection method makes it easier to connect new components. When maintaining the system, only one main cable needs to be checked to quickly locate the problem, which significantly improves maintenance efficiency.

[0067] As described above, the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the above embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some of the technical features therein. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A novel model light controller, comprising a model light controller, characterized in that: The model light controller includes: a micro control unit MCU, a USB interface unit, a switching regulator, a programming interface, an upper shell, a lower shell, a connector and a light driving circuit; The upper shell and the lower shell are detachably fixed together to protect the internal circuits and components; the upper shell is fixed with a micro control unit MCU, a USB interface unit, a switching regulator, a programming interface, a connector and a light driving circuit; The microcontroller unit MCU is connected to the USB interface unit, switching regulator, programming interface, connector and light driving circuit, and realizes communication and control with external devices through these interfaces and circuits; the light controller is connected to the computer or other USB devices through the USB interface unit for data transmission, firmware update or configuration setting; the light controller is programmed and configured through the programming interface to realize various lighting effects and control functions; the light driving circuit is responsible for receiving instructions from the MCU and driving the external lighting equipment to work according to the specified mode or effect.

2. The novel model light controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The novel model light controller is connected with the model light system of the external model and the aircraft model signal terminal through the S.BUS cable through a data connection.

3. The novel model light controller according to claim 2, characterized in that: The data connection is a single-wire S.BUS cable.

4. The novel model light controller according to claim 2, characterized in that: The model aircraft signal end is provided with a plurality of channels; the model aircraft signal end is provided with a digital channel.

5. The novel model light controller according to claim 2, characterized in that: The single-line serial digital channel S.BUS technology is used to achieve efficient decoding and accurate processing of multiple lighting channel data.

6. The novel model light controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The programming interface allows a user or developer to program or configure the lighting controller through a specific programming tool or software.

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