Sensor-actuated mask-enhanced digital video frame
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional digital picture frames are limited by static image display and require manual power switching, lacking the ability to play video content continuously without user intervention.
Innovation Solution
A framed collectible with a memory programmed at the factory for continuous video playback, incorporating a display controller with sensors to activate playback upon removal from packaging, and an intermediary mask layer that enhances video content display with translucency and texture.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If manual power switching is used in traditional digital picture frames, then the device structure remains simple, but the automation capability is poor requiring user intervention
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary action by pre-programming the memory at the factory with video content and pre-configuring the sensor-actuated power switch system. When the collectible is initially removed from packaging, the sensor detects the change and automatically activates power, causing the display to turn on and begin playing video content without requiring any manual intervention from the user.
2Adaptability or versatility
If static images are displayed in traditional digital frames, then the manufacturing process is simple, but the content dynamic capability is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system transforms the static display capability into dynamic video playback capability. The display controller is configured to play video content stored in memory in a continuous loop, enabling the framed collectible to display moving images and video sequences rather than static pictures only.
3Illumination intensity
If the entire display panel is active, then the video content visibility is maximized, but the aesthetic texture and artwork integration is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The intermediary mask layer is applied to specific portions of the display panel rather than the entire surface. The mask layer can be cut to a pattern that covers only certain areas, allowing different regions of the display to have different properties - some areas maintain full visibility for video content while other areas have added texture and artistic elements.
4Loss of energy
If the framed collectible remains powered off during storage, then energy consumption is minimized, but the playback functionality cannot be tested or demonstrated
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides self-service functionality where the framed collectible automatically detects when it has been removed from its packaging and activates itself. The sensor detects the removal event and automatically turns on the display and begins playing video content, allowing the product to demonstrate its functionality without requiring manual power activation by the user.
Data Source
AI summary
A framed collectible for displaying a continuously-looping playback of a digital video file is provided, wherein a display panel is controlled by a display controller to play at least one video file in a continuous loop on the display panel only while an output signal from a magnet sensor indicates no proximity to a magnet proximal to the back side of the display panel. The display controller has a printed circuit board that incorporates at least one processor and at least one memory that contains at least one video file. The memory, which in an embodiment can be flash memory, is factory programmed and therefore the memory content cannot be changed by an end user. Packaging for storage and shipping of the framed collectible is also provided, which incorporates a magnet that is sensed by the magnet sensor to keep continuously-looping video playback switched off while the device is stored.