Multi-Display Connection Detection With Visual Prompts
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Solution Overview
Problem
Multi-screen display connections are complex, leading to increased chances of connection errors and reduced user experience due to difficulties in identifying and correcting interface connections, often resulting in abnormal display images.
Innovation Solution
A display system with a detection circuit and processor that determines the connection state of an output port based on detection signal levels, and a connection prompt circuit that provides a prompt image to guide correct connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple displays are connected for multi-screen display, then viewing angles and immersion are improved, but connection complexity increases and connection errors occur more frequently
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the system automatically detects connection states through detection circuits and provides real-time connection status information to users through display prompts. This feedback loop enables the system to monitor and respond to connection states, reducing the complexity burden on users while maintaining multi-screen display capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs self-detection of connection states through integrated detection circuits that automatically identify whether displays are properly connected. This self-service approach eliminates the need for users to manually verify connections, reducing connection complexity while preserving multi-screen versatility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple displays are connected, then multi-window display and processing are enabled, but user experience deteriorates due to difficulty in identifying connection errors
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs visual indicators that change color or display different patterns to indicate connection status. Normal connections display one state while error conditions display another, making it easy for users to identify connection errors at a glance without needing to understand complex connection configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides immediate visual feedback about connection status through display prompts. When connection errors occur, the system automatically detects them and presents clear guidance to users, maintaining ease of operation even with multiple displays connected for multi-window functionality.
3Reliability
If connection detection is implemented, then connection errors are reduced, but device complexity increases due to additional detection circuits
Solution Approach 1:
The detection circuits are designed to serve multiple functions: they detect connection presence, verify connection correctness, and provide status information for user guidance. This multi-functionality justifies the added circuit complexity by delivering comprehensive connection reliability across multiple display scenarios.
Solution Approach 2:
The detection circuits operate autonomously to monitor connection states without requiring external intervention. This self-service capability improves connection reliability while minimizing the operational complexity users would otherwise need to manage, as the system handles detection automatically.
4Ease of operation
If automatic connection detection is added, then user experience is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The detection and prompt circuits are designed to work across multiple display configurations and connection scenarios. This universal design approach allows a single implementation to serve various multi-screen arrangements, simplifying the manufacturing process despite the added functionality that improves user experience.
Data Source
AI summary
A display system and an operation method for the display system are provided. The display system includes a first display and a second display. The first display includes a first input port and a first output port. The second display includes a second output port, a detection circuit, a processor, and a connection prompt circuit. The detection circuit drives the second output port in response to the driving signal. The processor receives the detection signal on the second output port, and determines a connection state of the second output port according to a level of the detection signal. The connection prompt circuit controls the second display to output a connection prompt image according to the connection state.