central control screen, central control device and intelligent device

Abstract

The application provides a central control screen, a central control device and an intelligent device. The central control screen comprises: a plurality of terminal interfaces, any two of which have the same structure; a master controller, which is electrically connected with the plurality of terminal interfaces; and a plurality of replaceable functional devices, which are electrically connected with the master controller one by one through the terminal interfaces, and are hardware components with independent functions; wherein the master controller is used for converting the private protocols of the replaceable functional devices into a unified data format. The application solves the problems of the central control screen in the prior art, i.e., the hardware modules cannot be interchanged and the upgrading is difficult.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of intelligent control technology, and more specifically, to a central control screen, a central control device, and an intelligent device. Background Technology

[0002] In the current smart home field, the central control screen serves as the core interactive interface for smart home devices, and its performance and functionality directly impact user experience and system stability. However, traditional central control screen designs have significant limitations, particularly in terms of hardware module compatibility and expandability. Traditional central control screens suffer from issues such as non-interchangeable hardware modules, difficult upgrades, and limited expansion capabilities. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this application is to provide a central control screen, a central control device, and a smart device, so as to at least solve the problems of non-interchangeable hardware modules and difficulty in upgrading existing central control screens.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of this application, a central control screen is provided, comprising: a plurality of terminal interfaces, any two of the terminal interfaces having the same structure; a main controller electrically connected to the plurality of terminal interfaces; and a plurality of replaceable functional devices, each of which is electrically connected to the main controller via a corresponding terminal interface, wherein the replaceable functional device is a hardware component with an independent function; wherein the main controller is used to convert the private protocols of each of the replaceable functional devices into a unified data format.

[0005] Optionally, one of the terminal interfaces has a slot, one of the slots has multiple pins, the slots corresponding to the multiple terminal interfaces are all the same size, and the pin arrangement of each slot is the same, the pin arrangement representing the arrangement of the multiple pins in the slot.

[0006] Optionally, the terminal interface includes a voltage / current detection chip connected to the replaceable functional device. The voltage / current detection chip is used to detect the power requirements of the connected replaceable functional device and supply power to the replaceable functional device according to the power requirements.

[0007] Optionally, the replaceable functional device includes a controller, which is used to report the self-parameters of the replaceable functional device to the main controller, the self-parameters including the power consumption and version number of the replaceable functional device.

[0008] Optionally, the main controller includes a computing chip, used to determine whether the power consumption of the replaceable functional device reported to the main controller is within a preset power consumption range, and to generate an alarm signal if the power consumption is not within the power consumption range, so as to remind the replaceable functional device that an abnormality has occurred.

[0009] Optionally, the central control screen further includes a hot-swappable circuit, which is electrically connected to the replaceable functional device through the main controller. The hot-swappable circuit supports hot-swapping of the replaceable functional device and is used to absorb voltage surges when the replaceable functional device is inserted or removed.

[0010] Optionally, the plurality of replaceable functional devices include at least one of the following: communication components, displays, and sensors.

[0011] Optionally, the main controller is further configured to automatically identify the type of the newly inserted replaceable functional device when a newly inserted replaceable functional device is detected, and to find a driver that matches the type of the newly inserted replaceable functional device from a pre-stored protocol library, and automatically load the matching driver.

[0012] According to another aspect of this application, a central control device is provided, including any of the central control screens described above.

[0013] According to another aspect of this application, a smart device is provided, including the aforementioned central control device.

[0014] Using the technical solution of this application, the central control screen includes multiple terminal interfaces, a main controller, and multiple replaceable functional devices. Any two terminal interfaces have the same structure. The main controller is electrically connected to the multiple terminal interfaces. The replaceable functional devices are electrically connected to the main controller through the terminal interfaces in a one-to-one correspondence. The main controller is used to convert the private protocols of each replaceable functional device into a unified data format. Compared to existing central control screens where hardware modules are not interchangeable and upgrades are difficult, this application features a unified structure for any two terminal interfaces (i.e., using a universal terminal interface). All replaceable functional devices adopt this unified structure, allowing users to easily replace or upgrade without considering the specific brand or model of the functional device. Through protocol conversion by the main controller, data transmission between the replaceable functional devices and the main controller is standardized, reducing communication barriers caused by protocol differences. Regardless of the proprietary protocol used by the functional device, data can circulate in the system in a unified format, thus achieving efficient collaborative work between different functional devices. With the universal terminal interface and the main controller's protocol conversion capability (i.e., solving physical connection problems through a unified terminal interface and achieving data interoperability through protocol conversion, forming a complete compatible ecosystem), users can select and replace replaceable functional devices according to their needs without having to completely replace the central control screen, greatly reducing upgrade and maintenance costs and extending the device's lifespan. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of this application. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of this application are used to explain this application and do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the hardware structure of a central control screen provided in an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0017] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the hardware structure of a specific central control screen provided in an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0018] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the hardware structure of a replaceable functional device provided in an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0019] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the hardware structure of another central control screen provided in an embodiment of this application is shown.

[0020] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0021] 10. Central control screen; 11. Terminal interface; 12. Replaceable functional device; 111. Pin; 121. Insertion structure. Detailed Implementation

[0022] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. This application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0023] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0024] It should be noted that the following detailed descriptions are illustrative and intended to provide further explanation of this application. Unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0025] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0026] It should be understood that when an element (such as a layer, film, region, or substrate) is described as being "on" another element, the element may be directly on the other element, or there may be an intermediate element present. Furthermore, in the specification and claims, when an element is described as being "connected" to another element, the element may be "directly connected" to the other element, or "connected" to the other element via a third element.

[0027] As described in the background section, existing central control screens suffer from problems such as non-interchangeable hardware modules and difficulty in upgrading. To address these issues, embodiments of this application provide a central control screen, a central control device, and a smart device.

[0028] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0029] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this application embodiment provides a central control screen 10, including:

[0030] Multiple terminal interfaces 11, and any two of the above terminal interfaces 11 have the same structure;

[0031] The main controller (not shown) is electrically connected to multiple of the aforementioned terminal interfaces 11;

[0032] Specifically, the main controller serves as the core hub of the central control screen 10.

[0033] Multiple replaceable functional devices 12 are provided, and each of the replaceable functional devices 12 is electrically connected to the main controller through the terminal interface 11. Each replaceable functional device 12 is a hardware component with an independent function.

[0034] Specifically, the part of the replaceable functional device 12 that is connected to the terminal interface 11 is used as the insertion structure 121, and the insertion structure 121 in any two replaceable functional devices 12 is the same.

[0035] In practical applications, those skilled in the art can flexibly select suitable replaceable functional devices according to actual needs, and this application does not impose specific restrictions in this regard. Users can select functional devices such as cameras, microphones, and temperature and humidity sensors.

[0036] The aforementioned master controller is used to convert the proprietary protocols of each of the aforementioned replaceable functional devices into a unified data format.

[0037] Specifically, the protocol converter in the main controller is used to convert the proprietary protocols of each replaceable functional device (such as CAN, LIN, Ethernet) into a unified data format (such as JSON or custom binary).

[0038] In this embodiment, the central control screen includes multiple terminal interfaces, a main controller, and multiple replaceable functional devices. Any two terminal interfaces have the same structure. The main controller is electrically connected to the multiple terminal interfaces. The replaceable functional devices are electrically connected to the main controller through the terminal interfaces in a one-to-one correspondence. The main controller is used to convert the private protocols of each replaceable functional device into a unified data format. Compared to existing central control screens where hardware modules are not interchangeable and upgrades are difficult, this application features a unified structure for any two terminal interfaces (i.e., using a universal terminal interface). All replaceable functional devices adopt this unified structure, allowing users to easily replace or upgrade without considering the specific brand or model of the functional device. Through protocol conversion by the main controller, data transmission between the replaceable functional devices and the main controller is standardized, reducing communication barriers caused by protocol differences. Regardless of the proprietary protocol used by the functional device, data can circulate in the system in a unified format, thus achieving efficient collaborative work between different functional devices. With the universal terminal interface and the main controller's protocol conversion capability (i.e., solving physical connection problems through a unified terminal interface and achieving data interoperability through protocol conversion, forming a complete compatible ecosystem), users can select and replace replaceable functional devices according to their needs without having to completely replace the central control screen, greatly reducing upgrade and maintenance costs and extending the device's lifespan.

[0039] It should be noted that traditional central control screen hardware modules (such as communication modules, display modules, and data processing modules) typically employ customized interfaces and proprietary protocol designs, leading to the following problems: Poor compatibility: Modules from different manufacturers are not interchangeable due to differences in terminal specifications or protocols, requiring users to replace the entire central control screen for upgrades or repairs, resulting in high costs; Limited scalability: Adding new functions requires redesigning the hardware, leading to long development cycles; Wasteful resources: Failure of a single module necessitates the disposal of the entire device, which contradicts the concept of sustainable development. Some solutions attempt to achieve module interoperability through software compatibility or adapters, but issues such as inconsistent physical interfaces and low protocol conversion efficiency remain unresolved.

[0040] In one alternative, such as Figure 1As shown, each terminal interface 11 has a slot (not shown), and each slot has multiple pins 111. The slots corresponding to the multiple terminal interfaces 11 are all the same size, and the pin arrangement of each slot is identical. This pin arrangement represents the arrangement of the multiple pins 111 in the slot. In this embodiment, this standardized slot and pin arrangement design further ensures the physical interchangeability of all replaceable functional devices, further simplifies the hardware interchange and upgrade process, further avoids replacement difficulties caused by interface incompatibility, and ensures that the central control screen can quickly adapt to the insertion of different functional devices without complex hardware adjustments, greatly improving the system's flexibility and user-friendliness.

[0041] Specifically, design slots with uniform size and pin arrangement (such as Type-C form factor) to support integrated transmission of power, data and control signals.

[0042] In one exemplary embodiment, the terminal interface includes a voltage / current detection chip connected to the replaceable functional device. The voltage / current detection chip detects the power requirements of the connected replaceable functional device and supplies power to it according to those requirements. In this embodiment, the built-in voltage / current detection chip enables the terminal interface to support functional devices with different power requirements, whether low-power sensors or high-power displays or processors. This design allows the central control screen system to flexibly adapt to the addition of various functional devices without requiring specific power lines for each device, further simplifying the system architecture and enhancing the versatility and flexibility of the modular design.

[0043] In other embodiments, the replaceable functional device includes a controller, which reports the device's own parameters to the main controller. These parameters include the device's power consumption and version number. In this embodiment, this parameter reporting enables the main controller to understand the status of each functional device in real time, facilitating system management and optimization.

[0044] Specifically, the controller periodically or in real-time reports power consumption data to the main controller, enabling the system to continuously monitor the power consumption of each functional module. This monitoring is crucial for energy management and fault detection, helping the system take immediate action when power consumption is abnormal, such as reducing power supply or activating backup power, thereby preventing potential hardware damage or system instability. Version number reporting allows the main controller to check the software status of replaceable functional devices, which is essential for ensuring module compatibility with the main system software. Based on the version number information, the main controller can determine whether to download updated drivers or firmware to maintain optimal system performance.

[0045] According to some exemplary embodiments of this application, the main controller includes a computing chip, configured to determine whether the power consumption of the replaceable functional device reported to the main controller is within a preset power consumption range, and to generate an alarm signal if the power consumption is not within the preset power consumption range, to alert the replaceable functional device to an abnormality. In this embodiment, the computing chip can detect abnormal power consumption status of a functional device in a timely manner by comparing the reported power consumption value with the preset power consumption range. For example, if the power consumption of a functional device suddenly surges or drops, exceeding the expected range under normal operating conditions, the system can immediately generate an alarm signal to alert users or maintenance personnel to potential hardware problems. This immediate response mechanism helps prevent early faults and avoids major failures or equipment damage caused by the accumulation of problems.

[0046] In practical applications, those skilled in the art can set the above power consumption range based on experience or through multiple experiments; this application does not impose any specific restrictions on this.

[0047] According to some other exemplary embodiments of this application, the central control screen further includes a hot-swappable circuit electrically connected to the replaceable functional device via the main controller. The hot-swappable circuit supports hot-swapping of the replaceable functional device and is used to absorb voltage surges when the replaceable functional device is inserted or removed. In this embodiment, the hot-swappable circuit ensures that the user will not damage the central control screen when replacing functional devices, and also avoids the inconvenience caused by system restarts (i.e., avoids system crashes). Through the voltage surge absorption function of the hot-swappable circuit, the central control screen not only improves the safety of hardware replacement but also further enhances system continuity and user satisfaction.

[0048] In some alternative embodiments of this application, the aforementioned replaceable functional devices include at least one of the following: communication components, a display, and a sensor. In this embodiment, the communication components, display, and sensor enable the central control screen to flexibly adapt to different application scenarios. Whether it is to improve communication speed, enhance display effects, or strengthen data acquisition capabilities, users can upgrade the hardware according to their own needs, greatly improving the practical value and user experience of the central control screen.

[0049] Specifically, communication components (5G / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth), displays (LCD / OLED), sensors, etc., all use a unified terminal interface.

[0050] According to further exemplary embodiments of this application, the main controller is also configured to automatically identify the type of the newly inserted replaceable functional device upon detection, and to find a driver program matching the type of the newly inserted replaceable functional device from a pre-stored protocol library, and automatically load the matching driver program. In this embodiment, after the user inserts a new functional device, there is no need to manually install the driver or perform complex configurations; the system automatically completes the identification and driver loading, further simplifying the operation process of device maintenance and upgrades, further improving the convenience and friendliness of the user experience, and further enhancing the overall compatibility and scalability of the device.

[0051] Specifically, the central control screen in this application features a hardware and protocol dual-compatible design: physical connection issues are resolved through a unified terminal interface, and data interoperability is achieved through protocol conversion, forming a complete compatible ecosystem. Each replaceable functional device in this application has a built-in microcontroller that can independently report its own parameters (such as power consumption and version number) to the main controller, enabling plug-and-play functionality; users can improve performance by replacing individual functional devices (such as upgrading the 4G communication module to 5G or the camera pixel count) without replacing the entire device. This reduces manufacturers' development costs: replaceable functional devices can be reused across platforms; improves user experience: supports on-demand upgrades, extending the lifespan of the central control screen; and provides environmental benefits: reduces electronic waste.

[0052] In summary, this application achieves plug-and-play functionality, independent replacement, and flexible expansion of functional devices through a universal terminal interface design and a standardized communication protocol framework, thereby reducing production and user maintenance costs.

[0053] Specifically, such as Figure 4 As shown, the modules on the original central control screen were non-standard surface mount or pin-type soldered onto the PCB board. If one module was damaged, the entire motherboard had to be removed and replaced, resulting in high after-sales costs. With the central control screen of this application, if a replaceable functional component is damaged, it is only necessary to unplug the component from the standard pin header (i.e., terminal interface) and replace it with a new universal one, greatly simplifying after-sales service and reducing after-sales costs.

[0054] This application also provides a central control device, including any of the above-mentioned central control screens.

[0055] This application also provides an intelligent device, including the aforementioned central control device.

[0056] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0057] It should also be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, article, or apparatus that includes that element.

[0058] As can be seen from the above description, the embodiments of this application achieve the following technical effects:

[0059] In the central control screen of this application, the central control screen includes multiple terminal interfaces, a main controller and multiple replaceable functional devices. Any two terminal interfaces have the same structure. The main controller is electrically connected to the multiple terminal interfaces. The replaceable functional devices are electrically connected to the main controller through the terminal interfaces in a one-to-one correspondence. The main controller is used to convert the private protocols of each replaceable functional device into a unified data format. Compared to existing central control screens where hardware modules are not interchangeable and upgrades are difficult, this application features a unified structure for any two terminal interfaces (i.e., using a universal terminal interface). All replaceable functional devices adopt this unified structure, allowing users to easily replace or upgrade without considering the specific brand or model of the functional device. Through protocol conversion by the main controller, data transmission between the replaceable functional devices and the main controller is standardized, reducing communication barriers caused by protocol differences. Regardless of the proprietary protocol used by the functional device, data can circulate in the system in a unified format, thus achieving efficient collaborative work between different functional devices. With the universal terminal interface and the main controller's protocol conversion capability (i.e., solving physical connection problems through a unified terminal interface and achieving data interoperability through protocol conversion, forming a complete compatible ecosystem), users can select and replace replaceable functional devices according to their needs without having to completely replace the central control screen, greatly reducing upgrade and maintenance costs and extending the device's lifespan.

[0060] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A central control screen, characterized in that, include: Multiple terminal interfaces, wherein any two of the terminal interfaces have the same structure; The main controller is electrically connected to multiple of the aforementioned terminal interfaces; Multiple replaceable functional devices are provided, each of which is electrically connected to the main controller via the terminal interface. Each replaceable functional device is a hardware component with an independent function. The master controller is used to convert the private protocols of each of the replaceable functional devices into a unified data format.

2. The central control screen according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the terminal interfaces has a slot, each slot has multiple pins, the slots corresponding to the multiple terminal interfaces are all the same size, and the pin arrangement of each slot is the same, the pin arrangement representing the arrangement of the multiple pins in the slot.

3. The central control screen according to claim 1, characterized in that, The terminal interface includes: A voltage / current detection chip is connected to the replaceable functional device. The voltage / current detection chip is used to detect the power demand of the connected replaceable functional device and supply power to the replaceable functional device according to the power demand.

4. The central control screen according to claim 1, characterized in that, The replaceable functional device includes: A controller is used to report the self-parameters of the replaceable functional device to the main controller, the self-parameters including the power consumption and version number of the replaceable functional device.

5. The central control screen according to claim 4, characterized in that, The main controller includes: The computing chip is used to determine whether the power consumption of the replaceable functional device reported to the main controller is within a preset power consumption range, and to generate an alarm signal when the power consumption is not within the power consumption range, so as to remind the replaceable functional device that an abnormality has occurred.

6. The central control screen according to claim 1, characterized in that, The central control screen also includes: A hot-swap circuit is electrically connected to the replaceable functional device through the main controller. The hot-swap circuit supports hot-swap of the replaceable functional device and is used to absorb voltage surges when the replaceable functional device is inserted or removed.

7. The central control screen according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plurality of replaceable functional devices include at least one of the following: communication components, displays, and sensors.

8. The central control screen according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main controller is also used to automatically identify the type of the newly inserted replaceable functional device when a newly inserted replaceable functional device is detected, and to find the driver that matches the type of the newly inserted replaceable functional device from the pre-stored protocol library, and automatically load the matching driver.

9. A central control device, characterized in that, The central control screen includes any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. A smart device, characterized in that, Includes the central control device as described in claim 9.

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