Input system, medical device, input device, and input notification method

Abstract

To provide an input system that allows a user to intuitively determine whether input intended by the user has been performed.SOLUTION: An input system includes: an input device 200 that displays an operation screen and accepts a non-contact operation on the operation screen; and an apparatus 300 that can communicate with the input device 200. The input device 200 determines operation contents of the accepted non-contact operation. The input device 200 transmits a signal corresponding to the operation contents to the apparatus 300. The apparatus 300 operates in a mode corresponding to the operation contents based on the signal.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an input system, a medical device, an input device, and an input notification method. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, input devices that accept a touch operation on an operation screen by a user are known. For example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2012-142863 (Patent Document 1) discloses a portable electronic device as such an input device, the portable electronic device including an operation unit, a hold function processing unit, a detection unit, and a control unit.

[0003] In the portable electronic device, an operation unit accepts various operations. A hold function processing unit restricts processing based on the operations accepted by the operation unit. A detection unit detects the proximity of a predetermined device. A control unit, based on the detection by the detection unit, performs processing to release the restriction by the hold function processing unit when the predetermined device is in proximity, and to cause the hold function processing unit to enforce the restriction when the predetermined device is not in proximity.

[0004] In addition, conventionally, input devices that accept non-contact operations on an operation screen by a user are also known. For example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2019-46458 (Patent Document 2) discloses a spatial position instruction system in which an electronic pen is used in space.

[0005] The spatial position indication system includes an electronic pen and a tablet device that accepts input from the electronic pen. In the spatial position indication system, when the tactile sensation occurrence information generating unit receives a detection output of an operator's touching operation on a virtual object included in a virtual space image from the drawing information generating circuit, it supplies tactile sensation occurrence information that generates a tactile sensation to a glove unit. The glove unit includes a tactile sensation generation device that vibrates based on the tactile sensation occurrence information. The tactile sensation generation device is driven to notify the operator that he or she has virtually touched the virtual object. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0006] [Patent Document 1] JP 2012-142863 A [Patent Document 2] JP 2019-46458 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0007] An input device that accepts non-contact operations on an operation screen is superior in terms of hygiene to an input device that requires contact operations on the operation screen. However, in an input device that accepts such non-contact operations, since a user does not touch the operation screen, the user cannot intuitively determine whether or not the input intended by the user has been made.

[0008] The present disclosure has been made in consideration of the above-mentioned problems, and its purpose is to provide an input system, medical equipment, input device, and input notification method that allow a user to intuitively determine whether or not the input intended by the user has been made. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] According to an aspect of the present disclosure, an input system includes an input device that displays an operation screen and accepts a non-contact operation on the operation screen, and a first device that can communicate with the input device. The input device determines the operation content of the accepted non-contact operation. The input device transmits a signal corresponding to the operation content to the first device. The first device operates in a manner corresponding to the operation content based on the signal.

[0010] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the input device includes a display means for displaying an operation screen, an input receiving means for receiving a non-contact operation on the operation screen, a determination means for determining the operation content of the received non-contact operation, and a transmission means for transmitting a signal corresponding to the operation content to a predetermined device.

[0011] According to yet another aspect of the present disclosure, an input notification method includes a step of an input device accepting a non-touch operation on an operation screen of the input device, a step of the input device determining operation content of the accepted non-touch operation, a step of the input device transmitting a signal corresponding to the operation content to a predetermined device, and a step of the device operating in a manner corresponding to the operation content based on the signal. Effect of the Invention

[0012] According to the present disclosure, a user can intuitively determine whether or not an input intended by the user has been made. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0013] [Figure 1] FIG. [Diagram 2] FIG. 11 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process flow in the input system. [Diagram 3] 11 is a diagram for explaining the relationship between the content of a non-contact operation, the type of a control signal, and the content of control. FIG. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a block diagram for explaining the configuration of a medical device. [Diagram 5] 11A and 11B are diagrams for explaining vibration modes of the release key based on a non-contact operation on the operation screen of the input device. [Figure 6] 13A and 13B are diagrams illustrating other vibration modes of the release key based on a non-contact operation on the operation screen of the input device. [Figure 7] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a configuration of an input system. [Figure 8] FIG. 11 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process flow in the input system. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0014] Hereinafter, each embodiment of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following description, the same members are given the same reference numerals. Their names and functions are also the same. Therefore, detailed descriptions thereof will not be repeated. In addition, in the embodiments described below, when numbers, amounts, etc. are mentioned, the scope of the present invention is not necessarily limited to the numbers, amounts, etc., unless otherwise specified.

[0015] [Embodiment 1] Fig. 1 is a front view of the medical device 1. As shown in Fig. 1, the medical device 1 includes a main unit 100 and an input system 1000. The input system 1000 includes an input device 200 and a release key 300. In this example, a syringe pump (more specifically, a pump system) is shown as the medical device 1. The medical device 1 is operated by a user 900 who is a medical professional such as a doctor.

[0016] Input to the input device 200 is restricted. More specifically, input to the operation screen of the input device 200 is restricted. When the user 900 possesses the release key 300, input to the input device 200 is permitted. In this example, a wearable terminal (a terminal that can be used while worn on clothing, arm, etc.) is given as the release key 300. Specifically, a wristband-type device is given as the release key 300. Note that the release key 300 may be a portable device that can be put in a pocket of clothing such as a white coat. The external shape, etc. of the release key 300 is not particularly limited as long as it is a portable device.

[0017] The input device 200 and the release key 300 perform short-distance wireless communication. For example, the input device 200 and the release key 300 perform short-distance wireless communication using Bluetooth (registered trademark). In this case, the input device 200 and the release key 300 are paired in advance. The method of short-distance wireless communication is not particularly limited. For example, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) can be used as the short-distance wireless communication.

[0018] In the following, an input operation by the finger of the user 900 will be described as an example of a non-touch operation on the operation screen of the input device 200. In this example, the input device 200 recognizes a non-touch operation on the operation screen when the distance of the finger from the operation screen is within a predetermined range.

[0019] Fig. 2 is a sequence diagram for explaining the flow of processing in the input system 1000. As shown in Fig. 2, in step S1, when a user 900 carrying the release key 300 approaches the input device 200, short-distance wireless communication between the input device 200 and the release key 300 is established. In step S2, the input device 200 releases the restriction on the input operation. In detail, the input device 200 transitions to a state in which it is possible to accept a non-contact operation on the operation screen of the input device 200.

[0020] In step S3, the input device 200 accepts a non-touch operation (input operation) on the operation screen by the user 900. In step S4, the input device 200 determines the operation content of the non-touch operation. In step S5, the input device 200 generates a control signal according to the operation content. In step S6, the input device 200 transmits the generated control signal to the release key 300. In step S7, the release key 300 vibrates in a manner according to the operation content based on the control signal.

[0021] Fig. 3 is a diagram for explaining the relationship between the content of the non-contact operation, the type of the control signal, and the control content. As shown in Fig. 3, when the input device 200 determines that the non-contact operation is any one of "upward operation", "downward operation", "leftward operation", and "rightward operation", it transmits a signal A as a control signal to the release key 300. The control content of the signal A is "execute one vibration".

[0022] When the input device 200 determines that the non-contact operation is either a "right rotation operation" or a "left rotation operation", it continuously transmits signal A to the release key 300 as a control signal. In detail, the input device 200 repeatedly transmits signal A while the "right rotation operation" or the "left rotation operation" continues. The input device 200 may continuously transmit signal A at a predetermined time period. Alternatively, the input device 200 may transmit signal A every time the amount of operation of the rotation operation exceeds a predetermined threshold.

[0023] When the input device 200 determines that the non-touch operation is a "click operation", it transmits a signal B to the release key 300 as a control signal. The control content of the signal B is "execution of vibration twice". Note that the input device 200 may transmit the signal A twice in succession instead of the signal B.

[0024] The relationship between the content of the non-contact operation, the type of the control signal, and the content of the control shown in Fig. 3 is merely an example, and is not limited thereto. The input device 200 may be configured to accept a change in the setting of the number of vibrations.

[0025] Also, to vary the vibration mode, different control signals (signals with different control contents) may be sent to the release key 300 for "upward operation", "downward operation", "leftward operation", and "rightward operation". Similarly, to vary the vibration mode, different control signals (signals with different control contents) may be sent to the release key 300 for "rightward rotation operation" and "leftward rotation operation".

[0026] Furthermore, an instruction on the vibration mode, such as the number of vibrations, may be included in the signals A and B. Alternatively, the vibration mode, such as the number of vibrations, may be determined on the release key 300 side based on the type of signal.

[0027] 4 is a block diagram for explaining the configuration of the medical device 1. As shown in FIG.

[0028] The input device 200 includes a control unit 210, a non-contact operation panel 220, a communication unit 230, and a communication unit 240. The control unit 210 includes a determination unit 211. The non-contact operation panel 220 includes a display unit 221 and an input receiving unit 222. The communication unit 230 includes a receiving unit 231 and a transmitting unit 232. The control unit 210 of the input device 200 is communicatively connected to the non-contact operation panel 220, the communication unit 230, and the communication unit 240.

[0029] The control unit 210 corresponds to a processor. In detail, the control unit 210 is realized by the processor executing various programs (operation programs, application programs) stored in the memory. The display unit 221 corresponds to a display. The input receiving unit 222 corresponds to a sensor. Examples of the sensor include a capacitance sensor and a line sensor using infrared rays. The communication unit 230 corresponds to a communication interface.

[0030] The release key 300 includes a control unit 310, a communication unit 320, a vibration unit 330, a display unit 340, and a light-emitting unit 350. The control unit 310 is connected to the communication unit 320, the vibration unit 330, the display unit 340, and the light-emitting unit 350 so as to be able to communicate with each other.

[0031] The control unit 310 corresponds to a processor. The control unit 310 is realized by the processor executing various programs (operation programs, application programs) stored in the memory. The communication unit 320 corresponds to a communication interface. The vibration unit 330 corresponds to a vibrator. The display unit 340 corresponds to a display. The light-emitting unit 350 corresponds to a light-emitting element such as an LED.

[0032] The operation of the release key 300 and the input device 200 will now be described.

[0033] The control unit 310 of the release key 300 controls the overall operation of the release key 300. The control unit 310 operates the communication unit 320, and when the release key 300 approaches the input device 200, establishes short-range wireless communication with the input device 200. The control unit 310 causes the display unit 340 to display an image. The control unit 310 causes the vibration unit 330 to emit light in various vibration patterns. The control unit 310 causes the light-emitting unit 350 to emit light in various light-emitting patterns.

[0034] The control unit 210 of the input device 200 controls the overall operation of the input device 200. In one aspect, the control unit 210 notifies the main body device 100 of the medical device 1 via the communication unit 240 of the contents input using the non-contact operation panel 220 (the contents of the operation by the user 900).

[0035] Communication unit 230 communicates with release key 300 based on instructions from control unit 210. Near-field wireless communication between input device 200 and release key 300 is performed by communication unit 230 and communication unit 320 of release key 300. In detail, transmission unit 232 transmits a signal to communication unit 320. Reception unit 231 receives the signal from communication unit 320.

[0036] The non-touch operation panel 220 accepts non-touch operation by the user 900 on the condition that the restriction on the input operation is released by the release key 300. In detail, the display unit 221 displays an operation screen based on an instruction from the control unit 210. The input acceptance unit 222 accepts the non-touch operation by the user 900 on the operation screen. The input acceptance unit 222 notifies the control unit 210 of the accepted non-touch operation. In detail, the input acceptance unit 222 transmits a signal based on the non-touch operation to the control unit 210.

[0037] The determination unit 211 of the control unit 210 determines the operation content of the non-contact operation. In this example, the determination unit 211 determines which operation content the non-contact operation corresponds to among the multiple non-contact operation contents shown in the data D3. The control unit 210 generates a control signal (signal A, B, etc.) according to the determination result of the determination unit 211, and causes the transmission unit 232 of the communication unit 230 to transmit the control signal.

[0038] The release key 300 receives a control signal from the input device 200. Based on the control signal, the release key 300 operates in a manner corresponding to the operation content on the operation screen of the input device 200. In this example, the release key 300 vibrates in a manner corresponding to the operation content on the operation screen. In detail, the control unit 310 vibrates the vibration unit 330 based on the control signal.

[0039] As shown in data D3 (FIG. 3), when the control unit 310 receives the signal A via the communication unit 320, the control unit 310 vibrates the vibration unit 330 only once. That is, when the non-contact operation on the input device 200 is any one of "upward operation," "downward operation," "leftward operation," and "rightward operation," the control unit 310 vibrates the vibration unit 330 only once.

[0040] Similarly, when the control unit 310 receives the signal A continuously via the communication unit 320, the control unit 310 vibrates the vibration unit 330 the number of times the signal A is received. That is, when the non-contact operation on the input device 200 is either a "right rotation operation" or a "left rotation operation", the control unit 310 continues to vibrate the vibration unit 330 while the rotation operation is being performed.

[0041] Furthermore, when the control unit 310 receives the signal B via the communication unit 320, the control unit 310 vibrates the vibration unit 330 only twice. That is, when the non-contact operation on the input device 200 is a "click operation", the control unit 310 vibrates the vibration unit 330 only twice.

[0042] Fig. 5 is a diagram for explaining a vibration mode of the release key 300 based on a non-contact operation on the operation screen of the input device 200. As shown in Fig. 5, in a certain aspect, the input device 200 displays an operation screen G1 on the display unit 221 (see Fig. 4).

[0043] When the user 900 moves the finger 901 upward (the positive direction of the Y axis in the figure), the release key 300 vibrates once. In addition, the operation screen of the input device 200 scrolls downward by the movement of the finger 901, and switches from the operation screen G1 to the operation screen G2. The vibration allows the user 900 to recognize that the operation in the upward direction (non-touch operation) has been accepted by the input device 200.

[0044] Next, the release key 300 vibrates once based on the user 900 moving the finger 901 downward (negative direction of the Y axis in the figure). In addition, the operation screen of the input device 200 scrolls upward by the movement of the finger 901, and switches from the operation screen G2 to the operation screen G3. The vibration allows the user 900 to recognize that the downward operation (non-touch operation) has been accepted by the input device 200.

[0045] Furthermore, when the user 900 double-clicks one selectable object (in this example, rocuronium, No. 3) with the finger 901, the release key 300 vibrates twice. Also, the operation screen of the input device 200 switches from the operation screen G3 to the operation screen G4 to indicate that the selection has been confirmed. The above two vibrations enable the user 900 to recognize that the click operation (non-touch operation) has been accepted by the input device 200.

[0046] Fig. 6 is a diagram for explaining another vibration mode of the release key 300 based on a non-contact operation on the operation screen of the input device 200. As shown in Fig. 6, in a certain aspect, the input device 200 displays an operation screen G11 on the display unit 221 (see Fig. 4). The operation screen G11 includes an image G21 and an object image G20 that can be operated in a non-contact manner.

[0047] The object image G20 shows an area that accepts a rotation operation by a pointer such as a finger 901. In this example, the object image G20 has a circular shape, and accepts a rotation operation by the finger 901 or the like within the circle. Note that the rotation operation is performed in a non-contact state with the object image G20.

[0048] When the user 900 moves the finger 901 in a left rotation (counterclockwise direction), the release key 300 continues to vibrate during the movement. In this example, the set value of the flow rate increases according to the amount of rotation. The rotation operation switches the operation screen of the input device 200 from operation screen G11 to operation screen G12. In detail, the rotation operation switches the image showing the set value of the flow rate from image G21 to image G22. The above continuous vibrations enable the user 900 to recognize that the left rotation operation (non-contact operation) has been accepted by the input device 200.

[0049] Next, when the user 900 moves the finger 901 in a right rotation (clockwise direction), the release key 300 continues to vibrate during the movement. In this example, the set value of the flow rate decreases according to the amount of rotation. The rotation operation switches the operation screen of the input device 200 from operation screen G12 to operation screen G13. In detail, the rotation operation switches the image showing the set value of the flow rate from image G22 to image G23. The above continuous vibrations enable the user 900 to recognize that the right rotation operation (non-contact operation) has been accepted by the input device 200.

[0050] Furthermore, when the user 900 double-clicks the object image G20 with the finger 901, the release key 300 vibrates twice. This sets the flow rate of the liquid such as medicine in the main device 100. The above two vibrations enable the user 900 to recognize that the click operation (non-contact operation) has been accepted by the input device 200.

[0051] <Summary> (1) The input system 1000 includes an input device 200 that displays an operation screen and accepts a non-contact operation on the operation screen, and a release key 300 that can communicate with the input device 200. The input device 200 determines the operation content of the accepted non-contact operation. The input device 200 transmits a signal corresponding to the operation content to the release key 300. Based on the signal, the release key 300 operates (specifically, vibrates) in a manner corresponding to the operation content.

[0052] According to such a configuration, the user can judge not only that the input device 200 has accepted a non-contact operation, but also what type of non-contact operation has been accepted, based on the operation (vibration) of the release key 300. Therefore, according to the input system 1000, the user can intuitively judge whether or not the input intended by the user has been made.

[0053] (2) The input device 200 accepts the non-contact operation on the condition that the release key 300 is in close proximity to the input device 200. With this configuration, a person who does not possess the release key 300 cannot perform a non-contact operation on the operation screen of the input device 200. This makes it possible to prevent an unauthorized person from performing an input operation on the input device 200. In particular, since the input device 200 accepts a non-contact operation, there is a possibility that an unintended input may be performed. With the input system 1000, it is possible to prevent such unintended input.

[0054] (3) When the operation content is a first operation content, the release key 300 vibrates a first number of times (for example, once). When the operation content is a second operation content different from the first operation content, the release key 300 vibrates a second number of times (for example, twice) or more that is greater than the first number of times. With this configuration, the user can determine whether or not the non-contact operation performed by the user (the operation as intended by the user) has been accepted based on the number of vibrations.

[0055] (4) The input device 200 includes a display unit 221 that displays an operation screen, an input receiving unit 222 that receives non-contact operations on the operation screen, a judgment unit 211 that judges the operation content of the received non-contact operation, and a transmission unit 232 that transmits a signal corresponding to the operation content to the release key 300.

[0056] According to such a configuration, by making the release key 300 operate (specifically, vibrate) in a manner according to the operation content based on the signal as described above, the user who has the release key 300 can determine not only that the input device 200 has received a non-contact operation, but also what type of non-contact operation has been received. Therefore, according to the input system 1000, the user can intuitively determine whether or not the input intended by the user has been performed.

[0057] (5) The medical device 1 includes an input system 1000. Such a medical device 1 allows a user to intuitively determine whether or not an input intended by the user has been made.

[0058] <Modification> (1) In the above, an example has been described in which the release key 300 operates (specifically, vibrates) in a manner corresponding to the operation content based on a signal corresponding to the operation content received from the input device 200. However, the operation is not limited to vibration.

[0059] For example, the release key 300 may emit light in a manner corresponding to the operation content based on a signal corresponding to the operation content received from the input device 200. In particular, the control unit 310 may cause the light-emitting unit 350 to emit light in a manner corresponding to the operation content.

[0060] For example, the release key 300 emits light once when the non-contact operation is any of an "upward operation," "downward operation," "leftward operation," and "rightward operation." The release key 300 emits light continuously during the non-contact operation when the non-contact operation is any of a "rightward rotation operation" and a "leftward rotation operation." The release key 300 emits light twice when the non-contact operation is a "click operation." The release key 300 may emit different colors of light instead of the number of times depending on the operation.

[0061] The release key 300 may vibrate and emit light. That is, based on a signal corresponding to the operation content received from the input device 200, the release key 300 may vibrate in a manner corresponding to the operation content and emit light in a manner corresponding to the operation content.

[0062] Furthermore, the release key 300 may perform display in a manner corresponding to the operation content based on a signal corresponding to the operation content received from the input device 200. In detail, the control unit 310 may cause the display unit 340 to perform display corresponding to the operation content.

[0063] (2) Depending on the operation content of the non-contact operation, instead of varying the number of vibrations, the strength of the vibration may be changed.

[0064] (3) The input device 200 may have a display device (aerial display) that displays an aerial image. Specifically, the input device 200 may have a display device including a display panel (typically a liquid crystal display) and an image imaging plate that forms an image displayed on the display panel in the air. In this case, the image formed in the air (aerial image) corresponds to the operation screen. Since the operation screen is an aerial image, there is no physical contact with the operation screen.

[0065] (4) The input system 1000 can be applied to various devices other than medical devices.

[0066] [Embodiment 2] In the first embodiment, a configuration has been described in which the release key 300 vibrates. In the present embodiment, a configuration will be described in which the release key does not vibrate, but instead another device vibrates.

[0067] 7 is a diagram for explaining the configuration of the input system 1000 A. As shown in FIG.

[0068] The release key 400 is carried by the user 900. The release key 400 is held by the user 900, for example, in a pocket of the user's clothing.

[0069] Like the release key 300, the release key 400 performs short-distance wireless communication with the input device 200. When short-distance wireless communication is established between the release key 400 and the input device 200, the input device 200 releases the restriction on the input operation. In detail, the input device 200 transitions to a state in which it is possible to accept a non-contact operation on the operation screen of the input device 200. Unlike the release key 300, the release key 400 does not require at least a vibration unit and a display unit.

[0070] In this example, the vibration device 500 is a wearable terminal. The vibration device 500 is worn on the arm or the like of the user 900, similar to the release key 300 of the first embodiment. The vibration device 500 includes at least a control unit, a communication unit, and a vibration unit. The control unit is communicatively connected to the communication unit and the vibration unit.

[0071] When the user 900 performs a non-contact operation, the input device 200 transmits a control signal (signal A, B, etc.) corresponding to the non-contact operation to the vibration device 500. Based on the control signal, the vibration device 500 vibrates in a manner corresponding to the operation content on the operation screen of the input device 200. A specific example of the vibration is the same as the vibration manner of the release key 300 in the first embodiment, and therefore will not be described repeatedly here.

[0072] Fig. 8 is a sequence diagram for explaining the flow of processing in the input system 1000A. As shown in Fig. 8, in step S11, when the user 900 who has the release key 400 approaches the input device 200, short-distance wireless communication between the input device 200 and the release key 400 is established. In step S12, the input device 200 releases the restriction on the input operation. In detail, the input device 200 transitions to a state in which it is possible to accept a non-contact operation on the operation screen of the input device 200.

[0073] In step S13, the input device 200 accepts a non-touch operation (input operation) on the operation screen by the user 900. In step S14, the input device 200 determines the operation content of the non-touch operation. In step S15, the input device 200 generates a control signal according to the operation content. In step S16, the input device 200 transmits the generated control signal to the vibration device 500. In step S17, the vibration device 500 vibrates in a manner according to the operation content based on the control signal.

[0074] <Summary> (1) The input system 1000A includes an input device 200 that displays an operation screen and accepts a non-contact operation on the operation screen, and a vibration device 500 that can communicate with the input device 200. The input device 200 determines the operation content of the accepted non-contact operation. The input device 200 transmits a signal corresponding to the operation content to the vibration device 500. Based on the signal, the vibration device 500 operates (specifically, vibrates) in a manner corresponding to the operation content.

[0075] According to such a configuration, the user can determine not only that the input device 200 has received a non-contact operation, but also what type of non-contact operation has been received, based on the operation (vibration) mode of the vibration device 500. Therefore, according to the input system 1000A, the user can intuitively determine whether or not the input intended by the user has been performed.

[0076] (2) The input system 1000A further includes a release key 400 capable of communicating with the input device 200. The input device 200 accepts the above-mentioned non-contact operation on the condition that the release key 400 is in close proximity to the input device 200.

[0077] According to this configuration, a person who does not possess the release key 400 cannot perform a non-touch operation on the operation screen of the input device 200. Therefore, it is possible to prevent an unauthorized person from performing an input operation on the input device 200. In particular, since the input device 200 accepts a non-touch operation, there is a possibility that an unintended input may be performed. According to the input system 1000A, it is possible to prevent such an unintended input.

[0078] All of the modifications (1) to (5) described at the end of the first embodiment are also applicable to the second embodiment.

[0079] The embodiments disclosed herein should be considered to be illustrative and not restrictive in all respects. The scope of the present disclosure is defined by the scope of the claims, and it is intended to include all modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the scope of the claims. [Explanation of symbols]

[0080] 1 medical device, 100 main unit, 200 input device, 210, 310 control unit, 211 judgment unit, 220 non-contact operation panel, 221, 340 display unit, 222 input reception unit, 230, 240, 320 communication unit, 231 receiving unit, 232 transmitting unit, 300, 400 release key, 330 vibration unit, 350 light emission unit, 500 vibration device, 900 user, 901 finger, 1000, 1000A input system, D3 data, G1, G2, G3, G4, G11, G12, G13 operation screen, G20 object image, G21, G22, G23 image.

Claims

1. an input device that displays an operation screen and accepts a non-contact operation on the operation screen; a predetermined device capable of short-range wireless communication with the input device; The input device is accepts the non-contact operation only when the short-range wireless communication is established between a case where the short-range wireless communication is not established with the predetermined device and a case where the short-range wireless communication is established due to the proximity of the predetermined device; Determining the operation content of the received non-contact operation, transmitting a signal corresponding to the operation content to the predetermined device via the short-range wireless communication; The predetermined device operates in a manner corresponding to the operation content based on the signal.

2. The input system of claim 1 , wherein the motion is vibration.

3. The predetermined device is: When the operation content is a first operation content, the touch panel vibrates a first number of times, 3. The input system according to claim 2, wherein when the operation content is a second operation content different from the first operation content, the input system vibrates a second number of times that is greater than the first number of times.

4. The input system of claim 1 , wherein the action is lighting.

5. A medical device comprising the input system according to any one of claims 1 to 4.

6. An input device, A display means for displaying an operation screen; A communication means for performing short-distance wireless communication with a predetermined device; an input receiving means for receiving a non-contact operation on the operation screen only when the short-range wireless communication is established among a case where the short-range wireless communication is not established with the predetermined device and a case where the short-range wireless communication is established due to the proximity of the predetermined device; A determination means for determining the content of the non-contact operation received, The communication means transmits a signal corresponding to the operation content to the predetermined device via the short-range wireless communication.

7. A step in which the input device accepts a non-contact operation on an operation screen of the input device only when short-range wireless communication is established between a predetermined device and an input device and when short-range wireless communication is established due to the proximity of the predetermined device to the input device; A step of determining operation content of the non-contact operation received by the input device; a step of transmitting a signal corresponding to the operation content to the predetermined device by the input device through the short-range wireless communication; and a step of causing the predetermined device to operate in a manner corresponding to the operation content based on the signal.

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