Electronic Apparatus Pairing via Altered ID Display
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face difficulties in recognizing the correct electronic apparatus to pair among multiple devices during the pairing process due to the overwhelming number of options displayed, leading to confusion and inefficiency.
Innovation Solution
An electronic apparatus and method that transmit and receive an altered apparatus ID, including additional information determined by user actions, to facilitate quicker recognition by displaying the apparatus ID in a more effective manner, such as highlighting or enlarging it based on the intensity and frequency of user interactions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple electronic apparatuses are displayed during pairing, then the user can choose from more devices, but the user finds it difficult to recognize the desired apparatus quickly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies color changes by modifying the display appearance of apparatus IDs based on user actions. When a user performs specific actions (such as tapping or shaking), the corresponding apparatus ID changes its visual appearance (e.g., color, highlighting, or animation) to make it more distinguishable from other devices in the pairing list, thereby improving recognition speed without reducing the number of available options
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamics by making the apparatus ID display interactive and responsive to user actions. The display transitions from a static list to a dynamic interface where apparatus IDs change their visual state based on user interactions, enabling faster identification and selection of the desired device while maintaining all pairing options
2Ease of operation
If the user searches for pairing apparatuses manually, then the user can control the pairing process, but the user spends more time recognizing and selecting the correct device
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies feedback by implementing real-time visual response to user actions. When the user performs actions such as tapping or shaking the device, the system provides immediate visual feedback by highlighting or animating the corresponding apparatus ID in the pairing list, enabling the user to quickly identify and select the intended device without manual searching, thus reducing pairing time while maintaining user control
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements preliminary action by preparing the pairing interface in advance with all available apparatuses listed and pre-configured. The system is ready to respond immediately to user actions, eliminating the need for manual searching or scrolling through lists, thereby reducing the time required to recognize and select the correct device while maintaining full user control over the pairing process
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AI summary
An electronic apparatus is provided. The electronic apparatus includes a communication unit configured to transmit an altered apparatus Identification (ID) and a controller configured to detect a user's action in a pairing mode of the electronic apparatus, to determine additional information according to the user's action, and to transmit the altered apparatus ID including an apparatus ID of the electronic apparatus and the additional information to another electronic apparatus that can be paired with the electronic apparatus.