control device

Abstract

This control device provides a vehicle user with the experience of switching between videos simulating the vehicle's operating state by operating controls that are used to perform functions necessary for the vehicle's operation. [Solution] The control device 70 controls the output to a display 41 mounted on a vehicle 10 which is equipped with an operator 60 that is operated to realize functions necessary for driving. The control device 70 comprises a storage unit and an execution unit. The storage unit stores a first video file D1 for playing a first video and a second video file D2 for playing a second video. At least one of the first and second videos includes images that simulate the state when the vehicle 10 is in motion. The execution unit displays the second video on the display 41 in place of the first video, provided that the operator 60 is operated when the vehicle 10 is not in motion and the first video is being displayed on the display 41.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a control device.

Background Art

[0002] Patent Document 1 describes a multimedia content display device. When the display mode is selected, the multimedia content display device displays a video in the display mode.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] By the way, a multimedia content display device as described in Patent Document 1 may control a display mounted on a vehicle. And, the multimedia content display device may display a video on the display mounted on the vehicle when the vehicle is not running. In this case, there is room for improvement in the conditions for the multimedia content display device to display the next video on the display instead of the current video while the video is being displayed.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0005] A control device for solving the above problems is a control device that controls output to a display mounted on a vehicle equipped with an operator that is operated to realize functions necessary for driving, and comprises a storage unit and an execution unit, wherein the storage unit stores a first video file for playing a first video and a second video file for playing a second video, and at least one of the first video and the second video includes an image that simulates the state when the vehicle is in motion, and the execution unit displays the second video on the display in place of the first video when the operator is operated while the vehicle is not in motion and the first video is being displayed on the display. [Effects of the Invention]

[0006] In the control device described above, the condition for displaying the second video on the display in place of the first video is that an operator is operated. This allows the vehicle user to experience switching between videos that simulate the vehicle's state while it is running by operating an operator that is used to perform functions necessary for the vehicle's operation. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0007] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram showing a vehicle according to the first embodiment. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a flowchart showing a series of steps related to controlling the display of the display in the first embodiment. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram showing the start image included in the exhibition mode start video of the first embodiment. [Figure 4] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram showing a stationary image included in a stationary video of the first embodiment. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram showing the first guide image included in the parked vehicle video of the first embodiment. [Figure 6] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram showing the first in-driving image included in the first in-driving video of the first embodiment. [Figure 7]Figure 7 is a schematic diagram showing the second guide image included in the first driving video of the first embodiment. [Figure 8] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram showing images taken during driver assistance included in a driver assistance video of the first embodiment. [Figure 9] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram showing the third guide image included in the driving assistance video of the first embodiment. [Figure 10] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram showing a charging image included in a charging video of the first embodiment. [Figure 11] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram showing the fourth guide image included in the charging video of the first embodiment. [Figure 12] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram showing the second in-driving image included in the second in-driving video of the first embodiment. [Figure 13] Figure 13 shows the correspondence map stored in the storage device of the second embodiment. [Figure 14] Figure 14 is a flowchart showing a series of steps related to the control of the display performed by the execution device of the second embodiment. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0008] <First Embodiment> The first embodiment of the control device will be described below with reference to the drawings. <Vehicle Overview> As shown in Figure 1, the vehicle 10 is equipped with a charging port 21, a charging device 22, a battery 23, and a drive motor 24. The vehicle 10 is an electric vehicle.

[0009] The charging port 21 is connected to an external charging connector 90 of the vehicle 10. When the charging connector 90 is connected to the charging port 21, the battery 23 is ready to be charged from an external power source of the vehicle 10.

[0010] The drive motor 24 is a drive source of the vehicle 10. The drive motor 24 drives the vehicle 10 using the electric power stored in the battery 23. The battery 23 stores the electric power for driving the drive motor 24.

[0011] The charging device 22 includes a relay that switches the connection and disconnection of the power path from the charging port 21 to the battery 23, and a power conversion circuit. When the charging device 22 is controlled, the battery 23 is charged.

[0012] The vehicle 10 includes a braking device 31 and a steering device 32. The braking device 31 mechanically brakes the wheels of the vehicle 10. The braking device 31 is a so-called mechanical brake. For example, the braking device 31 is a disc brake.

[0013] The steering device 32 is a rack & pinion type electric power steering system. The steering device 32 can change the direction of the steering wheels of the vehicle 10 by controlling a rack and a pinion (not shown).

[0014] The vehicle 10 includes a display 41 and a speaker 42. The display 41 is mounted on the vehicle 10. The display 41 is positioned so that the driver of the vehicle 10 can visually recognize it while the vehicle 10 is running. In this embodiment, the display 41 is a center display. The display 41 displays images and videos. The speaker 42 outputs sound inside the vehicle 10.

[0015] The vehicle 10 includes a plurality of sensors 50, a plurality of operators 60, and a control device 70. The plurality of sensors 50 are, for example, a vehicle speed sensor, a shift position sensor, a sonar, and a camera sensor. In FIG. 1, only two of the plurality of sensors 50 are shown. The sensor 50 outputs a detection signal to the control device 70.

[0016] The control unit 60 is operable by the driver while the vehicle 10 is in motion. The control unit 60 is operated to realize the functions necessary for the vehicle 10 to operate. The functions necessary for the vehicle 10 to operate include the driving function, the charging function, and the driver assistance function. When the control unit 60 detects that it has been operated, it outputs an operation signal to the control device 70.

[0017] The multiple control elements 60 include an accelerator pedal 61 and a brake pedal 62. The accelerator pedal 61 is operated by the driver pressing it with their foot when adjusting the acceleration while the vehicle 10 is in motion. In other words, the accelerator pedal 61 is operated to realize the function of driving the vehicle 10.

[0018] The brake pedal 62 is operated by the driver pressing it with their foot when adjusting the deceleration while the vehicle 10 is in motion. In other words, the brake pedal 62 is operated to enable the vehicle 10 to stop, which is one of the driving functions.

[0019] Vehicle 10 is equipped with a steering wheel 63. The steering wheel 63 has a wheel body 64, a plurality of switches 65, a first touch display 66, and a second touch display 67. The wheel body 64 is operated when the driver adjusts the steering angle while the vehicle 10 is in motion. In other words, the wheel body 64 is operated to realize the function of turning, which is one of the driving functions of the vehicle 10.

[0020] Switch 65 is operated by the driver pressing it while the vehicle 10 is in motion. For example, when switch 65 is operated, the turn signal lamps and hazard lights of the vehicle 10 flash. In other words, switch 65 is operated to activate the functions of the vehicle 10 that are necessary while it is in motion.

[0021] The first touch display 66 is located near the wheel body 64. The first touch display 66 is operated by the driver touching it while the vehicle 10 is in motion. The first touch display 66 displays, for example, the operation screen for the driver assistance functions described later. In other words, the first touch display 66 is operated to realize the driving functions of the vehicle 10.

[0022] The second touch display 67 is located near the wheel body 64. The second touch display 67 is operated by the driver touching it while the vehicle 10 is in motion. The second touch display 67 displays, for example, a screen that allows the driver to select the driving mode of the vehicle 10. The driving modes are, for example, eco mode and sport mode. In other words, the second touch display 67 is operated to enable the driving functions of the vehicle 10.

[0023] In this embodiment, the first touch display 66 is located on the driver's side of the vehicle 10, closer to the front side window, relative to the wheel body 64. The second touch display 67 is located on the passenger side of the vehicle 10, relative to the wheel body 64.

[0024] The multiple control elements 60 include a wheel body 64, a switch 65, a first touch display 66, and a second touch display 67. The multiple control elements 60 also include a charging operation button 68.

[0025] The charging operation button 68 is located near the driver's seat of the vehicle 10. When the charging operation button 68 is operated as prescribed, the charging port 21 becomes connectable to the charging connector 90 outside the vehicle 10. Specifically, when the charging operation button 68 is operated, the control device 70 opens the cover that covers the connection port of the charging port 21. The charging operation button 68 can only be used when the vehicle 10 is not moving, or when the vehicle 10 is moving at a predetermined speed or below. In other words, the charging operation button 68 is operated to enable the charging function of the vehicle 10.

[0026] <Control device> The control device 70 controls charging, driving, driver assistance, and multimedia output in the vehicle 10. The control device 70 comprises an execution device 71, which is a CPU, and a storage device 72, which is memory. The storage device 72 stores various programs to be executed by the execution device 71. By executing these various programs, the execution device 71 controls charging, driving, driver assistance, and multimedia output in the vehicle 10. The execution device 71 is the execution unit. The storage device 72 is the storage unit.

[0027] Regarding the charging of the vehicle 10, the control device 70 opens the cover of the charging port 21 when the charging operation button 68 is pressed as specified. Next, when the control device 70 detects that the charging connector 90 has been connected to the charging port 21, it controls the charging device 22 to start charging the battery 23. The control device 70 then controls the charging device 22 to end charging the battery 23, referring to the charge level of the battery 23.

[0028] Regarding the movement of the vehicle 10, the control device 70 drives the drive motor 24 using the power stored in the battery 23. The control device 70 controls the output of the drive motor 24 based on the amount of operation of the accelerator pedal 61. The control device 70 controls the output of the brake device 31 based on the amount of operation of the brake pedal 62. The control device 70 controls the steering device 32 based on the amount of operation of the wheel body 64.

[0029] Regarding driver assistance for vehicle 10, the control device 70 can implement multiple functions included in the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). These ADAS functions include PCS (Pre-Crash Safety) and ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control). Detailed explanations of the specific implementation methods for each function are omitted. The control device 70 implements various functions based on detection signals from the sensor 50. Detailed explanations of the specific implementation methods for each function are omitted.

[0030] The control device 70 controls the output of multimedia content from the vehicle 10. Specifically, the control device 70 controls the output to the display 41 and speaker 42 when the vehicle 10 is not in motion and is in display mode.

[0031] The storage device 72 stores an output program PR for the output of multimedia content in the vehicle 10's display mode. The storage device 72 also stores multiple video files DA for the output of multimedia content.

[0032] The video file DA is a data file for playing a video. When the video file DA is output to the display 41, it also contains sound data to be output to the speaker 42. The image data contains multiple images in a time series sequence. The sound data, for example, contains data indicating music that matches the time series of the image data.

[0033] The multiple video files DA include a first file D1 for playing the exhibition mode start video M1, a second file D2 for playing the stationary video M2, and a third file D3 for playing the first driving video M3. Furthermore, the multiple video files DA also include a fourth file D4 for playing the driving assistance video M4, a fifth file D5 for playing the charging video M5, a sixth file D6 for playing the second driving video M6, and a seventh file D7 for playing the exhibition mode end video M7. Thus, in this embodiment, the storage device 72 stores seven video files DA.

[0034] In this embodiment, there are five possible combinations of the first video and the second video. In the first combination, the stationary video M2 is the first video, and the second file D2 is the first video file. In this case, the first driving video M3 is the second video, and the third file D3 is the second video file.

[0035] In the second combination, the first driving video M3 is the first video, and the third file D3 is the first video file. In this case, the driving assistance video M4 is the second video, and the fourth file D4 is the second video file.

[0036] In the third combination, the driving assistance video M4 is the first video, and the fourth file D4 is the first video file. In this case, the charging video M5 is the second video, and the fifth file D5 is the second video file.

[0037] In the fourth combination, the charging video M5 is the first video, and the fifth file D5 is the first video file. In this case, the second driving video M6 is the second video, and the sixth file D6 is the second video file.

[0038] In the fifth combination, the second running video M6 is the first video, and the sixth file D6 is the first video file. At this time, the exhibition mode ending video M7 is the second video, and the seventh file D7 is the second video file.

[0039] The first driving video M3, the driving assistance video M4, and the second driving video M6 all include images that simulate the state of the vehicle 10 while it is in motion, as will be described later. Therefore, in any combination, at least one of the first video and the second video contains images that simulate the state of the vehicle 10 while it is in motion.

[0040] <Controlling output to the display> When an operation is performed to start displaying in multimedia display mode on vehicle 10, the execution device 71 starts executing the output program PR, provided that vehicle 10 is not in motion. Once the execution device 71 starts executing the output program PR, it performs a series of processes for multimedia output using multiple video files DA. The execution device 71 determines that vehicle 10 is not in motion if the vehicle's shift position is in parking and the vehicle speed is zero.

[0041] <Video showing the start of exhibition mode> As shown in Figure 2, when the execution device 71 starts executing the output program PR, it first performs the process in step S11. In step S11, the execution device 71 plays the exhibition mode start video M1. Specifically, the execution device 71 displays the image indicated by the image data contained in the first file D1 for playing the exhibition mode start video M1 on the display 41, and outputs the sound indicated by the sound data contained in the first file D1 to the speaker 42.

[0042] As shown in Figure 3, the exhibition mode initiation video M1 includes an initiation image IM1 indicating the start of the exhibition mode. The initiation image IM1 includes an exterior image IP1 showing the exterior of the vehicle 10. For example, the exhibition mode initiation video M1 is a video that shows the exterior of the vehicle 10 from different directions by changing chronologically in the order of images viewed from the front, the right side, the rear, and the left side of the vehicle 10.

[0043] As shown in Figure 2, after the execution device 71 displays the exhibition mode start video M1, it stops playing the exhibition mode start video M1 after a predetermined period of time has elapsed. After that, the execution device 71 proceeds to step S12.

[0044] In step S12, the execution device 71 plays the parked video M2. Specifically, the execution device 71 displays the image shown by the image data contained in the second file D2 for playing the parked video M2 on the display 41, and outputs the sound shown by the sound data contained in the second file D2 to the speaker 42.

[0045] <Video of the vehicle while stopped> As shown in Figure 4, the stationary video M2 includes a stationary image IM2 that simulates the view from the driver's seat when the vehicle 10 is stopped. The stationary image IM2 is a driver's view image as seen from the driver's seat of the vehicle 10. The driver's view image is an image of the area in front of the driver's seat of the vehicle 10, including a steering wheel image V63 showing the steering wheel 63 and a partial image IP2 showing a part of the windshield of the vehicle 10. The driver's view image is also an image of the area in front of the driver's seat of the vehicle 10, including a partial image IP3 showing a part of the front side window of the vehicle 10 on the driver's side. The steering wheel image V63 includes a wheel body image V64 showing the wheel body 64 and a switch image V65 showing the switch 65. The steering wheel image V63 also includes a first touch display image V66 showing the first touch display 66 and a second touch display image V67 showing the second touch display 67. The stationary image IM2 shows the driver's hands gripping the wheel assembly 64.

[0046] As shown in Figure 5, the stationary video M2 includes the first guide image IM3, which is chronologically later than the stationary image IM2. The first guide image IM3, like the stationary image IM2, is an image from the driver's point of view. The first guide image IM3 is an image indicating the operation of the first specific operator 60A, which is a predetermined operator 60 for switching to the next video in the stationary video M2.

[0047] The first specific operator 60A is an operator 60 for switching the display to the next video when the stationary video M2 is being displayed. In this embodiment, the first specific operator 60A is the first touch display 66. The first guide image IM3 includes a partial image IP4 that guides the user to operate the first touch display 66. Specifically, the partial image IP4 shows the driver's right hand operating the first touch display 66, which is the first specific operator 60A.

[0048] In the time-series sequence of images in the stationary video M2, the image showing the scenery outside the vehicle 10 does not change. Specifically, the time-series sequence of images in the stationary video M2 does not show the scenery outside the vehicle 10.

[0049] As shown in Figure 2, after displaying the parked vehicle video M2 in step S12, the execution device 71 proceeds to step S13. In step S13, the execution device 71 determines whether or not the first specific operator 60A has been operated. If the first specific operator 60A, i.e., the first touch display 66, has not been operated (S13: NO), the execution device 71 repeats the process in step S13. On the other hand, if the first specific operator 60A has been operated (S13: YES), the execution device 71 proceeds to step S14. The parked vehicle video M2 continues to play until a positive determination is made in step S13.

[0050] In step S14, the execution device 71 plays the first driving video M3 instead of the stationary video M2. Specifically, the execution device 71 displays the image shown by the image data contained in the third file D3 for playing the first driving video M3 on the display 41, and outputs the sound shown by the sound data contained in the third file D3 to the speaker 42.

[0051] In other words, the execution device 71, when the vehicle 10 is not moving and the stationary video M2 is being displayed on the display 41, will, on the condition that the first specific operator 60A is operated, display the first driving video M3 on the display 41 instead of the stationary video M2.

[0052] <Video from the first run> As shown in Figure 6, the first driving video M3 includes the first driving image IM4, which simulates the view from the driver's seat while the vehicle 10 is in motion. The first driving image IM4 is an image that simulates the vehicle 10 in motion. The first driving image IM4, like the stationary image IM2, is an image from the driver's point of view.

[0053] The first driving image IM4 has a first background image IP5 that shows the scenery outside the vehicle 10. The first background image IP5 shows that the vehicle is driving on a road surrounded by trees. Then, in the images that are continuous in the time series of the first driving video M3, the image showing the scenery outside the vehicle 10 changes as the vehicle 10 is driving.

[0054] As shown in Figure 7, the first driving video M3 includes the second guide image IM5 after the first driving image IM4 in the time series. The second guide image IM5, like the stationary image IM2, is an image from the driver's point of view. The second guide image IM5 has a text image IP6 that displays a message asking whether or not to activate the driver assistance function. The text image IP6 indicates that when activating the ADAS function, the switch 65 should be operated. Specifically, the text image IP6 displays the message, "To activate the driver assistance function, please operate the switch 65."

[0055] As shown in Figure 2, in step S14, the execution device 71 displays the first driving video M3 and then proceeds to step S15. In step S15, the execution device 71 determines whether an operation requesting driving assistance has been performed. The operation requesting driving assistance is the operation of the second specific operator 60B. The second specific operator 60B is a predetermined operator 60 for switching to the next video after the first driving video M3. The second specific operator 60B is a switch 65. Therefore, the execution device 71 determines whether an operation requesting driving assistance using the switch 65 has been performed.

[0056] If no operation is performed to request the driver assistance function using switch 65 (S15: NO), the execution device 71 repeats the process in step S15. On the other hand, if an operation is performed to request the driver assistance function using switch 65 (S15: YES), the execution device 71 proceeds to step S16. The first driving video M3 continues to play until a positive determination is made in step S15.

[0057] <Video showing driver assistance in operation> In step S16, the execution device 71 plays the driving assistance video M4. Specifically, the execution device 71 displays the image shown in the image data contained in the fourth file D4 for playing the driving assistance video M4 on the display 41, and outputs the sound shown in the sound data contained in the fourth file D4 to the speaker 42.

[0058] In other words, the execution device 71 displays the driving assistance video M4 on the display 41 in place of the first driving video M3, provided that the second specific operator 60B is operated while the vehicle 10 is not moving and the first driving video M3 is being displayed on the display 41. The condition in this case is that an operation requesting driving assistance using the second specific operator 60B has been performed.

[0059] As shown in Figure 8, the driving assistance video M4 includes a driving assistance image IM6 that simulates the state when the vehicle 10 is moving and the driving assistance function is being executed. The driving assistance image IM6 is an image that shows the state when the vehicle 10 is executing the driving assistance function. The driving assistance image IM6 is an image from the driver's point of view, similar to the stationary image IM2.

[0060] The driving assistance image IM6 has a second background image IP7 that shows the scenery outside the vehicle 10. The second background image IP7 is a different scenery from the first background image IP5. The driving assistance image IM6 also has a partial image IP8 that shows the presence of a preceding vehicle in front of the vehicle 10. In this embodiment, the partial image IP8 shows the preceding vehicle with a virtual icon.

[0061] The driver assistance image IM6 has a partial image IP9 that indicates that driver assistance is being performed. The partial image IP9 that indicates that driver assistance is being performed shows, for example, the function of the driver assistance being performed, the set vehicle speed, the detection of the preceding vehicle, and the set following distance. In the example shown in Figure 8, the partial image IP9 indicates that ACC is being performed.

[0062] As shown in Figure 9, the driving assistance video M4 includes a third guide image IM7 that is chronologically later than the driving assistance image IM6. The third guide image IM7, like the stationary image IM2, is an image from the driver's point of view. The third guide image IM7 has a partial image IP10 that guides the driver to perform an operation to charge the battery 23. The partial image IP10 shows the operation of the charging operation button 68 located in the driver's seat of the vehicle 10.

[0063] As shown in Figure 2, in step S16, the execution device 71 displays the driving support video M4 and then proceeds to step S17. In step S17, the execution device 71 determines whether or not an operation to perform charging has been performed. The operation to perform charging is to operate the third specific operator 60C. The third specific operator 60C is a predetermined operator 60 for switching to the next video in the driving support video M4. The third specific operator 60C is the charging operation button 68. Therefore, the execution device 71 determines whether or not an operation to perform charging using the charging operation button 68 has been performed.

[0064] If the charging operation button 68 is not operated (S17: NO), the execution device 71 repeats the process in step S17. If the charging operation button 68 is operated (S17: YES), the execution device 71 proceeds to step S18. The driving assistance video M4 continues to play until a positive determination is made in step S17.

[0065] In step S18, the execution device 71 plays the charging video M5. Specifically, the execution device 71 displays the image shown by the image data contained in the fifth file D5 for playing the charging video M5 on the display 41, and outputs the sound shown by the sound data contained in the fifth file D5 to the speaker 42.

[0066] In other words, the execution device 71 displays the charging video M5 on the display 41 in place of the driving assistance video M4, provided that the third specific operator 60C is operated while the vehicle 10 is not moving and the driving assistance video M4 is displayed on the display 41. The condition in this case is that an operation to perform charging using the third specific operator 60C has been performed.

[0067] <Video of charging> As shown in Figure 10, the charging video M5 includes a charging image IM8 that simulates the charging of the vehicle 10's battery 23. The charging image IM8 is an image that simulates the vehicle 10's battery 23 being charged. The charging image IM8 shows the state in which the charging connector 90 is connected to the vehicle 10's charging port 21. The charging image IM8 also shows that the vehicle 10's battery 23 is being charged. The charging video M5 shows the power stored in the battery 23 gradually increasing.

[0068] As shown in Figure 11, the charging video M5 includes a fourth guide image IM9, which is chronologically later than the charging image IM8. The fourth guide image IM9, like the stationary image IM2, is an image from the driver's point of view. The fourth guide image IM9 is an image indicating the operation of a fourth specific operator 60D, which is a predetermined operator 60 for switching to the next video in the charging video M5.

[0069] The fourth specific operator 60D is an operator 60 for switching the display to the next video when the charging video M5 is being displayed. In this embodiment, the fourth specific operator 60D is the second touch display 67. The fourth guide image IM9 includes a partial image IP11 that guides the user to operate the second touch display 67.

[0070] As shown in Figure 2, after displaying the charging video M5 in step S18, the execution device 71 proceeds to step S19. In step S19, the execution device 71 determines whether or not the fourth specific operator 60D has been operated. If the fourth specific operator 60D, i.e., the second touch display 67, has not been operated (S19: NO), the execution device 71 repeats the process in step S19. On the other hand, if the fourth specific operator 60D has been operated (S19: YES), the execution device 71 proceeds to step S20. The charging video M5 continues to be displayed until the process in step S19 is determined to be positive.

[0071] In step S20, the execution device 71 displays the second running video M6. More specifically, the execution device 71 displays the image shown by the image data contained in the sixth file D6 for playing the second running video M6 on the display 41, and outputs the sound shown by the sound data contained in the sixth file D6 to the speaker 42.

[0072] In other words, the execution device 71, when the vehicle 10 is not moving and the charging video M5 is being displayed on the display 41, will, on the condition that the fourth specific operator 60D is operated, display the second driving video M6 on the display 41 instead of the charging video M5.

[0073] <Video from the second run> As shown in Figure 12, the second driving video M6 includes a second driving image IM10 that simulates the view from the driver's seat while the vehicle 10 is in motion. The second driving image IM10 is an image that simulates the vehicle 10 in motion. Although the second driving image IM10 is an image from the driver's point of view, the range it captures differs from the range of the first driving image IM4. Specifically, the range shown in the second driving image IM10 is shifted towards the driver's side front side window compared to the range shown in the first driving image IM4. Therefore, the partial image IP13 showing the driver's side front side window in the second driving image IM10 shows a wider range than the partial image IP3 showing the driver's side front side window in the first driving image IM4. On the other hand, the partial image IP12 showing the windshield in the second driving image IM10 shows a narrower range than the partial image IP2 showing the windshield in the first driving image IM4. The second driving video M6 has a third background image IP14 showing the scenery outside the vehicle 10. The third background image IP14 is a different scenery from the first background image IP5. Specifically, the third background image IP14 shows that the vehicle is driving along the coast.

[0074] Furthermore, the second driving video M6 includes a guide voice in its audio data. The guide voice displays a message asking whether or not to end the state of simulating the vehicle 10's movement. The guide voice is a voice that tells the user to operate the fifth specific operator 60E, which is the operator 60 for switching the display to the next video, while the second driving video M6 is being displayed. In this embodiment, the fifth specific operator 60E is the brake pedal 62. Specifically, the guide voice is a voice that says, "To stop the vehicle 10 from moving, please operate the brake pedal 62."

[0075] As shown in Figure 2, in step S20, the execution device 71 displays the second driving video M6 and then proceeds to step S21. In step S21, the execution device 71 determines whether or not the fifth specific operator 60E has been operated. Specifically, the execution device 71 determines whether or not the brake pedal 62 has been operated.

[0076] If the fifth specific operator 60E is not operated (S21: NO), the execution device 71 repeats the process in step S21. On the other hand, if the fifth specific operator 60E is operated (S21: YES), the execution device 71 proceeds to step S22. The second running video M6 continues to play until a positive determination is made in step S21.

[0077] In step S22, the execution device 71 displays the exhibition mode termination video M7. The exhibition mode termination video M7 is a video indicating that the display in exhibition mode on the vehicle 10 has ended.

[0078] In other words, the execution device 71, when the vehicle 10 is not moving and the second driving video M6 is displayed on the display 41, will, on the condition that the fifth specific operator 60E is operated, display the exhibition mode termination video M7 on the display 41 instead of the second driving video M6.

[0079] Subsequently, once the playback of the exhibition mode termination video M7 has finished, the execution device 71 terminates this series of processes. In this embodiment, once the playback of the exhibition mode termination video M7 has finished, the execution device 71 displays a state in which it can again accept an operation to start displaying in exhibition mode.

[0080] <Operation of the First Embodiment> According to the first embodiment, a user seated in the driver's seat of the vehicle 10 can experience multimedia output using the display 41 and speaker 42 by performing an operation to start the display in exhibition mode.

[0081] The user is guided by the display 41 and speaker 42 to perform the necessary steps to switch to the next video. The user then switches videos by performing the guided steps.

[0082] <Effects of the First Embodiment> (1-1) In the first embodiment, the storage device 72 stores a first video file for playing a first video and a second video file for playing a second video. Specifically, the plurality of video files DA include a first video file and a second video file. At least one of the first video and the second video includes images that simulate the state when the vehicle 10 is in motion. The execution device 71 displays the second video on the display 41 in place of the first video, provided that the operator 60 is operated when the vehicle 10 is not in motion and the first video is being displayed on the display 41.

[0083] With the above configuration, the control device 70 can provide the user of the vehicle 10 with an experience in which videos simulating the driving state of the vehicle 10 displayed on the display 41 change in accordance with the operation of the vehicle 10.

[0084] A user seated in the driver's seat of vehicle 10 operates the control panel 60 while vehicle 10 is in motion. Therefore, even when vehicle 10 is not in motion, the user can operate the control panel 60, which would be used when vehicle 10 is in motion, to switch to a video simulating vehicle 10 in motion, or to switch from a video simulating vehicle 10 in motion.

[0085] (1-2) In the first embodiment, the execution device 71 displays the second video instead of the first video on the condition that a specific operator 60 among the plurality of operators 60 is operated. In other words, the execution device 71 does not switch the video displayed on the display 41 even if an operator 60 other than the specific operator 60 is operated. Thus, the control device 70 can link the type of operator 60 with the display on the display 41.

[0086] (1-3) In the first embodiment, the first combination of the first video and the second video is such that the first video is a stationary video M2 and the second video is a first driving video M3. The execution device 71 displays the first driving video M3 on the display 41 in place of the stationary video M2, provided that the first specific operator 60A is operated while the stationary video M2 is displayed on the display 41. As a result, a user sitting in the driver's seat of the vehicle 10 can experience switching from a video simulating the state of the vehicle 10 when it is stationary to a video simulating the state of the vehicle 10 when it is driving by operating the first specific operator 60A. In particular, a user considering purchasing the vehicle 10 may only be able to sit in a non-running vehicle 10 at a showroom and may not be able to experience actually driving the vehicle 10. In such a case, even though the vehicle 10 is not moving, the user can view a video that switches from a video of the vehicle being stationary to a video of the vehicle in motion, along with an experience of operating the control device 60. Therefore, the control device 70 can influence the user's purchasing intent.

[0087] (1-4) In the first embodiment, the second combination of the first video and the second video is such that the first video is the first driving video M3 and the second video is the driving assistance video M4. The execution device 71 displays the driving assistance video M4 on the display 41 in place of the first driving video M3, provided that the second specific operator 60B is operated while the first driving video M3 is displayed on the display 41. As a result, a user sitting in the driver's seat of the vehicle 10 can experience switching from a video showing the state where driving assistance is not being performed to a video showing the state where driving assistance is being performed by operating the second specific operator 60B. In particular, a user who has never used the driving assistance function before can experience the state where driving assistance is being performed by performing an operation to activate driving assistance even though driving assistance is not being performed, and by watching the video after the operation. As a result, the user can gain a sense of security when activating the driving assistance function.

[0088] (1-5) In the first embodiment, the third combination of the first video and the second video is such that the first video is a driving assistance video M4 and the second video is a charging video M5. The execution device 71 displays the charging video M5 on the display 41 in place of the driving assistance video M4, provided that the third specific operator 60C is operated while the driving assistance video M4 is displayed on the display 41. This allows a user sitting in the driver's seat of the vehicle 10 to experience the operation of charging the battery 23 by operating the third specific operator 60C. For example, a user considering purchasing the electric vehicle 10 may want to confirm the operation of charging the battery 23 before purchasing it. To such a user, the control device 70 can provide an experience of the operation of charging the battery 23 and a video showing that the battery 23 is being charged in conjunction with the operation. In this way, the control device 70 allows the user to confirm the operation before actual use by providing a simulated experience of charging the battery 23.

[0089] (1-6) In the first embodiment, the fourth combination of the first video and the second video is that the first video is the charging video M5 and the second video is the second driving video M6. The execution device 71 displays the second driving video M6 on the display 41 in place of the charging video M5, provided that the fourth specific operator 60D is operated while the charging video M5 is displayed on the display 41. As a result, users experiencing the demonstration mode can view the second driving video M6, which is different from the first driving video M3.

[0090] (1-7) In the first embodiment, the fifth combination of the first video and the second video is that the first video is the second running video M6 and the second video is the exhibition mode ending video M7. The execution device 71 displays the exhibition mode ending video M7 on the display 41 in place of the second running video M6, provided that the fifth specific operator 60E is operated while the second running video M6 is being displayed. As a result, users experiencing the exhibition mode can experience video switching associated with the operation of the fifth specific operator 60E, in addition to the first specific operator 60A to the fourth specific operator 60D.

[0091] (1-8) The image simulating the state of vehicle 10 while it is in motion is an image of the area in front of the driver's seat of vehicle 10, including the steering wheel image V63 of vehicle 10 and a partial image IP2 showing a part of the windshield of vehicle 10. Therefore, a user sitting in the driver's seat of vehicle 10 can view a video of the state of vehicle 10 while it is in motion, specifically the state of driving vehicle 10. This allows a user sitting in the driver's seat of vehicle 10 to have a simulated experience of driving vehicle 10.

[0092] (1-9) The image simulating the state of vehicle 10 while it is in motion is an image of the area including partial image IP3, which shows a part of the front side window on the driver's side of vehicle 10, as seen from the driver's seat of vehicle 10. Therefore, a user sitting in the driver's seat of vehicle 10 can have a simulated experience of what it looks like through the front side window when driving vehicle 10.

[0093] <Second Embodiment> The second embodiment of the control device will be described below with reference to the drawings. The same configuration as in the first embodiment will be simplified or omitted from the description. The second embodiment differs from the first embodiment in that the storage device 72 stores the corresponding map MP. Furthermore, the second embodiment differs from the first embodiment in that the execution device 71 refers to the corresponding map MP, executes the output program PR, and switches the video.

[0094] <Correspondence Map> As shown in Figure 13, the storage device 72 stores a corresponding map MP. The corresponding map MP indicates a combination of a display video DV, a target operator TO, and a target video TV for switching between videos. The display video DV is the video whose image data is currently being displayed on the display 41. The target video TV is the video to be switched to. The target operator TO is a specific operator 60 for switching from the corresponding display video DV to the target video TV.

[0095] In the following, when distinguishing between multiple display videos (DV), they will be referred to as display video DV1 to display video DV3. When distinguishing between multiple target operators (TO), they will be referred to as first operator TO1 to third operator TO3. When distinguishing between multiple target videos (TV), they will be referred to as target video TV1 to target video TV5. Furthermore, the display video DV is the first video, and the target video TV is the second video.

[0096] In the example shown in Figure 13, the corresponding map MP indicates that when the first operator TO1 is operated while the display video DV1 is being shown, the display will switch to the target video TV1. The corresponding map MP also indicates that when the second operator TO2 is operated while the display video DV1 is being shown, the display will switch to the target video TV2. Furthermore, the corresponding map MP indicates that even if the third operator TO3 is operated while the display video DV1 is being shown, the display will not switch.

[0097] The corresponding map MP indicates that when the second operator TO2 is operated while the displayed video DV2 is being shown, the display will switch to the target video TV3. The corresponding map MP indicates that when the third operator TO3 is operated while the displayed video is DV2, the display will switch to the target video TV4. The corresponding map MP also indicates that when the first operator TO1 is operated while the displayed video DV2 is being shown, the display will not switch.

[0098] The corresponding map MP indicates that when the first operator TO1 is operated while the displayed video DV3 is being shown, the display will switch to the target video TV5. The corresponding map MP indicates that when the third operator TO3 is operated while the displayed video DV3 is being shown, the display will switch to the target video TV4. The corresponding map MP also indicates that when the second operator TO2 is operated while the displayed video DV3 is being shown, the display will not switch.

[0099] Specifically, when an operation is performed in the vehicle 10 to start displaying in multimedia display mode, the execution device 71 displays an image on the display 41 showing a list of videos that can be played using multiple video files DA.

[0100] Then, the execution device 71 plays a video selected by the user from the list of videos displayed on the display 41. As a result, the execution device 71 displays the image represented by the image data contained in the selected video file DA on the display 41. When the video using the video file DA is played on the display 41, the execution device 71 starts executing the output program PR.

[0101] As shown in Figure 14, when the execution device 71 starts executing the output program PR, the execution device 71 first performs the process in step S31. In step S31, the execution device 71 identifies the display video DV. After that, the execution device 71 proceeds to step S32.

[0102] In step S32, the execution device 71 determines whether or not the operator 60 has been operated. When it detects an operation signal from any of the operator 60, the execution device 71 determines that the operator 60 has been operated.

[0103] When the operator 60 is not operated (S32: NO), the execution device 71 repeats the process in step S32. On the other hand, when the operator 60 is operated (S32: YES), the execution device 71 proceeds to step S33.

[0104] In step S33, the execution device 71 identifies the operated control 60. Specifically, the execution device 71 identifies the operated control 60 based on the acquired operation signal. After that, the execution device 71 proceeds to step S34.

[0105] In step S34, the execution device 71 refers to the corresponding map MP to identify the target video TV, which is the video to be switched. Specifically, the execution device 71 refers to the corresponding map MP to identify the target video TV corresponding to the combination of the display video DV identified in step S31 and the target operator TO identified in step S33 as the video to be switched. For example, if the video identified in step S31 is display video DV1 and the operator 60 identified in step S33 is the second operator TO2, the execution device 71 identifies the video to be switched as target video TV2. After that, the execution device 71 proceeds to step S35.

[0106] In step S35, the execution device 71 displays the target video TV identified in step S34 on the display 41 instead of the display video DV2. This completes the current series of processes for the execution device 71, and it then starts the next series of processes using the displayed target video TV as the new display video DV. The execution device 71 also stops the display on the display 41 and terminates the series of processes once a predetermined period has elapsed since the operation to start display in exhibition mode was initiated.

[0107] <Operation and Effects of the Second Embodiment> According to the second embodiment, in addition to the effects (1-1), (1-2), (1-8), and (1-9) of the first embodiment, the following effects are achieved.

[0108] (2-1) In the second embodiment, when the control device 70 switches the display on the display 41 from the first video, which is the display video DV, to the second video, which is the target video TV, it selects the target video TV according to the type of target operator TO. Therefore, the control device 70 can switch the video to be displayed according to the operator 60 operated by the user.

[0109] (2-2) According to the second embodiment, the control device 70 selects the target video TV according to the type of target operator TO as well as the type of display video DV. Therefore, even if the type of target operator TO is the same, the control device 70 can make the target video TV different when the display video DV is different.

[0110] <Example of changes> The above embodiment can be implemented with the following modifications. The above embodiment and the following modifications can be combined with each other to the extent that they do not contradict each other technically.

[0111] Vehicle 10 is not limited to electric vehicles. For example, vehicle 10 may be powered by an engine. In this case, vehicle 10 does not need to have a battery 23. Also, vehicle 10 does not need to have a charging port 21 and a charging device 22.

[0112] Vehicle 10 is equipped with a display 41 and a speaker 42 for outputting multimedia content, but the multimedia content may also be content that outputs scent and vibration. In this case, vehicle 10 may further be equipped with a device that outputs scent and a device that outputs vibration. Also, vehicle 10 only needs to be able to output image data and does not need to be equipped with a speaker 42.

[0113] The display 41 is not limited to a center display. For example, the display 41 may be a meter display, or the first touch display 66 and the second touch display 67 may be the display 41. Furthermore, the display 41 does not have to be a single screen. For example, the center display and the meter display may be used as the display 41.

[0114] The vehicle 10 only needs to have at least one control element 60. Multiple control elements 60 do not need to include the accelerator pedal 61, brake pedal 62, wheel body 64, multiple switches 65, first touch display 66, second touch display 67, and part of the charging operation button 68.

[0115] The multiple operators 60 are not limited to the examples of the above embodiment. For example, the multiple operators 60 may include switches for opening and closing the front side windows. Alternatively, if the display 41 is a touch display, the multiple operators 60 may be switches displayed on the display 41. Alternatively, for example, the multiple operators 60 may be a shift lever. The operators 60 can be any function necessary for operating the vehicle 10.

[0116] The control device 70 may be configured as a circuit including one or more processors that execute various processes according to a computer program (software). Alternatively, the control device 70 may be configured as a circuit including one or more dedicated hardware circuits, such as application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), or a combination thereof, that execute at least some of the various processes. The processor includes a CPU and memory such as RAM and ROM. The memory stores program code or instructions configured to cause the CPU to execute processes. Memory, or computer-readable media, includes any available media accessible by a general-purpose or dedicated computer.

[0117] The control device 70 does not need to control charging in the vehicle 10. For example, if the vehicle 10 does not use the battery 23 as a power source, it does not need to control charging. Alternatively, for example, a device other than the control device 70 may control the charging of the battery 23 of the vehicle 10.

[0118] The control device 70 does not have to control the driving of the vehicle 10. For example, a device other than the control device 70 may control the driving of the vehicle 10. The control device 70 does not have to control the driver assistance of the vehicle 10. For example, a device other than the control device 70 may control the driver assistance of the vehicle 10. Specifically, the control device 70 may be a multimedia ECU that controls the output of multimedia, and the vehicle 10 may have a separate driver assistance ECU that controls the driver assistance of the vehicle 10.

[0119] • Driving assistance is not limited to the examples of the above embodiments. Driving assistance is not limited to advanced driver assistance. Driving assistance is any function that assists the brake device 31, the drive motor 24 which is the drive source, and the steering device 32 based on the detection signal of the sensor 50.

[0120] The control device 70 does not need to output sound from the speaker 42 as long as it can at least display the video on the display 41. In addition, the control device 70 may control the output of scent from the scent output device and the output of vibration from the vibration output device in accordance with the video.

[0121] The multiple video files DA stored in the storage device 72 are not limited to the examples of the above embodiment. For example, the multiple video files DA may include a file for playing a video of driving during nighttime hours and a file for playing a video of driving during daytime hours. Alternatively, for example, the multiple video files DA may include a file for playing a video that includes images showing the appearance of the vehicle 10 while it is in motion.

[0122] When the video file DA is played, the images included in the video that simulate the state of the vehicle 10 while it is in motion, i.e., images of the vehicle in motion, may be images that do not include the partial image IP3 which shows a part of the front side window on the driver's side.

[0123] Furthermore, the images taken while the vehicle is in motion do not necessarily have to be from the driver's perspective. For example, the images taken while the vehicle is in motion may be from the perspective of a passenger in the front seat, or they may be images showing the exterior of the vehicle 10 while it is in motion.

[0124] The images exemplified in the above embodiments included in each video may be modified as appropriate. For example, the text image IP6 in the second guide image IM5, which shows a message asking whether or not to execute the driving assistance function, may be shown as an illustration, or the image may be omitted and the message may be conveyed by sound data. Alternatively, the text image IP6 may be shown along with sound data.

[0125] For example, the partial image IP8, which is included in the driving assistance image IM6 and shows that there is a preceding vehicle in front of vehicle 10, is illustrated with a hypothetical illustration, but it may also be an illustration of the preceding vehicle. In addition, the control device 70 may display the partial image IP9, which is included in the driving assistance image IM6 and shows that driving assistance is being performed, and may also output the display on the meter display when actual driving assistance is performed.

[0126] The storage device 72 may omit some of the five combinations of the first video and the second video. The storage device 72 only needs to store at least one combination of the first video and the second video. The execution device 71 only needs to switch between videos using at least one combination of the first video and the second video.

[0127] The specific operator 60 for switching each video to the next video is not limited to the example of the above embodiment. For example, the specific operator 60 for switching from the stationary video M2 to the first driving video M3 may be the accelerator pedal 61.

[0128] The control device 70 may switch the display on the display 41 from the first video to the second video when any of the multiple operators 60 is operated. In other words, the execution device 71 does not need to require that a specific operator 60 from the multiple operators 60 be operated when displaying the second video.

[0129] The control device 70 does not necessarily have to require that an operation requesting charging of the battery 23 be performed when displaying the charging video M5. For example, it may only need to be required that a specific operator 60 has been operated.

[0130] The control device 70 does not necessarily have to require that an operation requesting driving assistance be performed before displaying the driving assistance video M4. For example, it may only need to be required that a specific operator 60 has been operated.

[0131] The storage device 72 may store multiple video files DA obtained from an external server or external memory of the vehicle 10. For example, the storage device 72 may temporarily store files obtained from an external server or external memory when the execution device 71 starts executing the output program PR.

[0132] In the second embodiment, the execution device 71 may transmit to an external server the history of operations performed on the target operator TO while the output program PR is running. For example, the external server can obtain the history of operations performed by a user before purchasing the vehicle 10, thereby understanding the operators 60 and target video TV that the user was interested in before purchasing the vehicle 10.

[0133] In the second embodiment, the corresponding map MP does not have to include a target video TV corresponding to the target operator TO for each displayed video DV. In other words, the corresponding map MP may include only the target video TV corresponding to the target operator TO, regardless of the displayed video DV.

[0134] As in the first embodiment, the storage device 72 does not need to store the corresponding map MP. <Note> The technical concepts that can be understood from the above embodiments and modified examples are described below.

[0135] [Note 1] A control device for controlling output to a display mounted on a vehicle equipped with an operator that is operated to realize functions necessary for driving, comprising a storage unit and an execution unit, wherein the storage unit stores a first video file for playing a first video and a second video file for playing a second video, and at least one of the first video and the second video includes an image that simulates the state when the vehicle is in motion, and the execution unit is a control device that, when the vehicle is not in motion and the first video is displayed on the display, displays the second video on the display instead of the first video, provided that the operator is operated.

[0136] [Note 2] The control device according to Note 1, wherein the vehicle is equipped with a plurality of the aforementioned operators, and the execution unit has the condition that a predetermined specific operator among the plurality of the aforementioned operators is operated when displaying the second video.

[0137] [Note 3] The control device according to Note 2, wherein the plurality of operators include a first operator which is a specific operator and a second operator which is different from the first operator, the storage unit stores a video corresponding to the first operator and a video corresponding to the second operator, and when the execution unit displays the second video, when the first operator is operated, it displays the video corresponding to the first operator as the second video, and when the second operator is operated, it displays the video corresponding to the second operator as the second video.

[0138] [Note 4] The control device according to Note 3, wherein the storage unit stores a combination of a video that will become the first video and a first operator, and a combination of a video that will become the first video and a second operator, and when the execution unit displays the second video, if the operated operator is the first operator, it displays the video that will become the first video and the video corresponding to the first operator that is currently displayed as the second video, and if the operated operator is the second operator, it displays the video that will become the first video and the video corresponding to the second operator that is currently displayed as the second video.

[0139] [Note 5] The control device according to Note 1, wherein the operator is the wheel body of the steering wheel of the vehicle, the switch of the steering wheel, the accelerator pedal of the vehicle, or the brake pedal of the vehicle.

[0140] [Note 6] The control device according to any one of Notes 1 to 5, wherein the image simulating the state of the vehicle while it is in motion is an image of the area in front of the vehicle as seen from the driver's seat, including an image showing the steering wheel of the vehicle and an image showing a part of the windshield of the vehicle.

[0141] [Note 7] The control device according to Note 6, wherein the image simulating the state of the vehicle while it is in motion is an image of the range of the area in front as seen from the driver's seat, including an image showing a part of the front side window of the vehicle on the driver's side.

[0142] [Note 8] The control device according to any one of Notes 1 to 7, wherein the first video includes images simulating the state of the vehicle while it is in motion, the second video includes images showing the state of the vehicle's battery while it is being charged, and the execution unit displays the second video, provided that the operation for charging the battery using the operator is performed as a condition.

[0143] [Note 9] The control device according to any one of Notes 1 to 7, wherein the first video includes images simulating the vehicle in motion, the second video includes images of the vehicle while driving assistance is being performed, and the execution unit displays the second video, provided that the operation requesting the driving assistance using the operator is performed as a condition. [Explanation of symbols]

[0144] 10... Vehicles 21…Charging port 22…Charging device 23…Battery 24…Drive motor 31…Brake system 32…Steering system 41…Display 42...Speaker 50...Sensor 60...Operator 61... Accelerator pedal 62...Brake pedal 63… Steering wheel 64...Wheel body 65... Switch 66…First touch display 67…Second touch display 68... Charging operation button 70...Control device 71…Execution device 72…Storage device DA...video file DV... Display video TO...Target operator TO1…1st operator TO2…Second operator TV...Target video

Claims

1. A control device that controls the output to a display mounted on a vehicle equipped with controls that are operated to realize functions necessary for driving, It comprises a memory unit and an execution unit. The aforementioned storage unit stores a first video file for playing the first video and a second video file for playing the second video. At least one of the first video and the second video includes images that simulate the state of the vehicle while it is in motion. The execution unit, while the vehicle is not in motion and the first video is being displayed on the display, will, on the condition that the operator is operated, display the second video on the display instead of the first video. Control device.

2. The vehicle is equipped with a plurality of the aforementioned controls, The execution unit sets the condition that a specific operator among the plurality of operators is operated when displaying the second video. The control device according to claim 1.

3. The plurality of operators include a first operator which is a specific operator and a second operator which is different from the first operator. The storage unit stores a video corresponding to the first operator and a video corresponding to the second operator. When the execution unit displays the second video, When the first operator is operated, the video corresponding to the first operator is displayed as the second video. When the second operator is operated, the video corresponding to the second operator is displayed as the second video. The control device according to claim 2.

4. The storage unit stores a combination of the video that becomes the first video and the first operator, and a combination of the video that becomes the first video and the second operator. When the execution unit displays the second video, When the operated control is the first control, the video that is displayed as the first video and the video corresponding to the first control are displayed as the second video. When the operated control is the second control, the displayed video which is the first video and the video corresponding to the second control are displayed as the second video. The control device according to claim 3.

5. The aforementioned control is the wheel body of the vehicle's steering wheel, the switches on the steering wheel, the vehicle's accelerator pedal, or the vehicle's brake pedal. The control device according to claim 1.

6. The image simulating the state of the vehicle while it is in motion is an image of the area in front of the vehicle as seen from the driver's seat, including an image showing the vehicle's steering wheel and an image showing a portion of the vehicle's windshield. The control device according to claim 1.

7. The image simulating the state of the vehicle while it is in motion is an image of the area in front of the driver's seat, including an image showing a portion of the front side window of the vehicle on the driver's side. The control device according to claim 6.

8. The first video includes images that simulate the state of the vehicle while it is in motion. The second video includes images showing the state of the vehicle's battery while it is being charged. The execution unit determines that the condition for displaying the second video is that an operation to charge the battery using the control element has been performed. The control device according to claim 1.

9. The first video includes images simulating the vehicle in motion. The second video includes images taken while the vehicle's driving assistance system is in operation. The execution unit sets the condition that an operation requesting the driving assistance using the control element has been performed when displaying the second video. The control device according to claim 1.

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