User interface operating logic for bite alarms

Abstract

Electronic bite indicator comprising a sensor device for detecting movement of a fishing line, a display unit for showing information, and at least one operating device for operating the bite indicator, characterized in that the display unit represents a graphical user interface which includes several operating states, in particular a standby state, a menu state and a status display state, wherein the menu state can be activated from the standby state by a first actuation of the operating device and the status display state can be activated from the standby state by a second actuation of the operating device, different from the first actuation.

Description

Technical field The invention relates to an electronic bite indicator for a fishing rod for detecting movements of a fishing line and for outputting a bite signal. In particular, the invention relates to a user interface of an electronic bite indicator for displaying and setting operating parameters of the device. State of the art Electronic bite indicators have been known in angling for many years and are used particularly in carp fishing. Common bite indicators typically include a sensor device to detect movement of the fishing line, for example by means of a line roller with magnet and reed sensor or by means of other sensor technologies. When a cord movement is detected, such devices typically generate an acoustic signal and often also an additional visual indication, for example by one or more LEDs. The setting of operating parameters of a bite indicator is usually done via several operating devices on known devices, for example push buttons or rotary controls. Since such devices generally do not have a display unit for showing text or graphic information, feedback to the user is often provided exclusively via: • acoustic signals • flashing sequences of LEDs • colored LED indicators. As a result, it is often not immediately apparent to the user: • which settings are available • which parameter is currently selected • which setting value is currently active. Even device status information, such as the charge level of a power source, is often only signaled indirectly in well-known devices, for example by flashing sequences of LEDs or colored indicators when the device is switched on. However, such displays often only provide rough indications of the charge level and are only partially interpretable by the user. Object of the invention The invention is therefore based on the objective of providing an electronic bite indicator that enables intuitive and easily understandable setting of operating parameters as well as a clear display of device status information. In particular, operation with a reduced number of operating devices should be made possible. Solution to the task This problem is solved by a bite indicator with the features of claim 1. The invention is based on the finding that the use of a display unit with a graphical user interface enables structured and easy-to-understand operation of a bite indicator. For this purpose, the user interface is designed as a state-based operating logic, in which different operating states can be activated by different user inputs. In particular, it is intended that different functional states can be activated directly from a standby state using different operating elements. This allows for complete navigation within the user interface and the setting of operating parameters with a small number of operating elements. Description of an embodiment In a preferred embodiment, the bite indicator has a display unit and at least one operating device. The display unit can, in particular, include a graphic display. The user interface is preferably designed as a state-dependent operating logic. The user interface has several operating states, in particular: • a standby state • a status display state • a menu state • a setting state for operating parameters. Standby state In standby mode, the display unit is deactivated. The bite alarm remains functional, while the display unit is switched off to save energy. The standby state represents the initial state of the user interface. Activating the menu structure By pressing a first operating device, for example a button A, a menu view is activated from standby mode. The menu displays several operating parameters of the bite alarm. Examples of such parameters include: • Volume • Tone • Sensitivity • Nightlight settings Within the menu structure, the user can navigate between different parameters. Setting a parameter By pressing a control again, a selected parameter can be accessed. This activates a setting state in which a parameter value can be changed. After selecting a desired value, the setting can be confirmed. In one embodiment, a confirmation indicator is then displayed, for example a display with the message "Saved" or "Stored". After the confirmation message is displayed, the user automatically returns to the menu view, allowing them to make further settings. Direct status retrieval In a preferred embodiment, a device status can be retrieved directly from the standby state. For this purpose, a second control device, for example a button B, is activated. This activates a status display state. In this state, the charge level of a power source can be displayed. The user can therefore check the battery status of the device at any time with a single operation. Automatic return to standby mode If no further user input is received within a specified time period, the display unit is automatically deactivated and the bite alarm returns to standby mode. The user interface is then reset to its initial state. Variant clause The embodiments described above serve only to illustrate the invention. It is evident to the expert that numerous changes and modifications are possible without leaving the scope of protection of the claims. In particular, the operating device can be designed as a mechanical operating device, for example a push button or a switch. Alternatively, the operating device can be implemented as a multidimensional input device, for example a joystick or rotary encoder. In other embodiments, the operating device can be designed as a touch-sensitive input device, for example as a capacitive operating device or as a touchscreen. The scope of protection of the invention is determined exclusively by the patent claims. Description of the characters Fig. 1 Fig. 1 shows a schematic flowchart of a user interface of an electronic bite indicator according to an embodiment of the invention. The user interface is designed as a state-based operating logic and comprises several operating states, between which users can switch via input or automatic time sequences. The user interface starts in a standby state. In standby mode, the display unit is deactivated, while the bite alarm remains operational. The standby mode primarily serves to save energy. From this standby state, different operating states can be activated by different activations of control devices. Activating the menu state By pressing a first control device, for example a button A, a menu state is activated from the standby state. The menu displays several operating parameters of the bite alarm, such as: • Volume • Pitch • Sensitivity • Lighting settings. Within this menu state, the user can navigate between different parameters. Activating a setting state Once a parameter is selected, a setting state can be activated by further operation of a control. In the setting state, a parameter value can be changed. After selecting a desired setting value, it can be confirmed. Confirmation status A confirmation state is activated after a setting is confirmed. In this state, a confirmation message is displayed, for example, one with the message "Saved" or "Saved". After this confirmation message is displayed, the system automatically returns to the menu state, allowing the user to adjust further parameters. Direct status retrieval Alternatively, a status display state can be activated directly from standby mode by pressing a second control, for example, button B. The status display state shows the device status. In particular, the charge level of a power source can be displayed. The user can therefore check the battery status of the device at any time from standby mode with a single user input. Automatic return to standby mode If no further user input is received within a specified time interval, the system automatically returns to standby mode. This can occur in particular from the following states: • the menu state • the status display state. This automatic return ensures that the display unit is deactivated after a period of inactivity, thus reducing energy consumption. Summary of the operating logic The user interface shown in Fig. 1 allows for intuitive operation of the bite indicator with a small number of operating devices. In particular, the structure shown allows: • direct access to a menu structure for setting operating parameters and • direct access to a status display. The state-based structure of the user interface enables simple and easy-to-understand operation of the device. Fig. 2 Fig. 2 schematically shows an exemplary menu structure of the graphical user interface of an electronic bite indicator according to an embodiment of the invention. The menu structure shown is hierarchical and includes a parameter selection level as well as several setting levels for individual operating parameters. Parameter selection level The first level of the menu structure displays several operating parameters that can be selected by the user. In the embodiment shown in Fig. 2, the parameters are designated by way of example as: • Parameter W • Parameter X • Parameter Y • Parameter Z. These terms represent any operating parameters of the bite indicator. The user can navigate between the displayed parameters and select a desired parameter. Examples of such operating parameters may include, in particular: • Volume of an acoustic signal • Pitch of an acoustic signal • Sensitivity of a bite detection • Lighting functions of the device. Activating a settings level When a parameter is selected, a settings level for that parameter can be opened via user input. Within this settings level, the parameter value can be changed. The user can choose from several possible settings. Confirmation of a hiring After selecting a desired parameter value, the setting can be confirmed. A confirmation message will appear after confirmation. This message may include a note such as "Saved" or "Saved". Return to parameter selection level After the confirmation message is displayed, the menu structure automatically returns to the parameter selection level. This allows the user to immediately select and adjust further parameters. Automatic return to standby mode If no further user input is received within a specified time interval, the display unit is deactivated and the bite indicator automatically returns to standby mode. Advantage of the displayed menu structure The menu structure shown in Fig. 2 enables simple and intuitive operation with a small number of controls. In particular, the combination of a parameter selection level and individual setting levels for operating parameters provides a clear and easy-to-understand user interface. This allows the user to quickly and reliably adjust the bite indicator settings, even under conditions of limited visibility or attention, such as when fishing at night.

Claims

Electronic bite indicator comprising a sensor device for detecting movement of a fishing line, a display unit for showing information, and at least one operating device for operating the bite indicator, characterized in that the display unit represents a graphical user interface which includes several operating states, in particular a standby state, a menu state and a status display state, wherein the menu state can be activated from the standby state by a first actuation of the operating device and the status display state can be activated from the standby state by a second actuation of the operating device, different from the first actuation. Bite indicator according to claim 1, characterized in that the status indicator displays a charge level of an energy source. Bite indicator according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that several operating parameters of the bite indicator can be selected in the menu state. Bite indicator according to claim 3, characterized in that the operating parameters include in particular: volume, pitch, sensitivity, lighting settings. Bite indicator according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a setting state can be activated by actuating an operating device in which a parameter value can be changed. Bite indicator according to claim 5, characterized in that a confirmation indicator is displayed after confirmation of a parameter change. Bite indicator according to claim 6, characterized in that after displaying the confirmation indicator, a return to the menu state occurs automatically. Bite indicator according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that if no user input is received for a predetermined period of time, the device automatically returns to standby mode. Bite indicator according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the operating device is designed as a mechanical actuating device, in particular as a push button or switch. Bite indicator according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the operating device is designed as a multidimensional input device, in particular as a joystick or rotary encoder. Bite indicator according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the operating device is designed as a touch-sensitive input device.

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