US4496996A
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Running guide system
Assignee: Toyota Motor Corp
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Filing: 1982-04-15
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Granted: 1985-01-29
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Expires: 2002-04-15
Abstract
Abstract Maps from a starting point to a destination are automatically, successively renewed and indicated on CRT each time a predetermined distance is covered. The map to be indicated are divided into a plurality of map contents and stored in a memory medium, and further, checkpoints for correcting accumulated errors of the running distance each predetermined distance are stored in the memory medium. Additionally, a notice by voice is given everytime map is renewed, immediately before the renewal.
Inventors
- 👤 Masakazu Moriyama
- 👤 Takao Saito
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 06:20
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01C; G01C21/00; G01C21/26; G09; G09B; G09B29/00; G09B29/10; G09B29/106
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
222 words
A running guide system for a motor vehicle comprising: running distance detecting means for detecting an actual running distance travelled by the motor vehicle; memory means for storing a plurality of maps arranged according to a predetermined sequence illustrating a route from a start point to a destination, each of said maps containing a segment of said route and overlapping with a segment of an adjacent map in said sequence; display means for displaying each map stored in said memory means; changing means, connected to said running distance detecting means, memory means and display means, for changing a map currently displayed by said display means to a next map in said sequence of maps showing a next segment of said route when the actual running distance coincides with a predetermined running distance of the currently displayed map; tape recorder means for playing a cassette tape and generating a tape signal for causing the display of a map by said display means; judging means, responsive to the tape signal, for judging whether or not the tape signal is indicative of a music tape or a map information tape; and rewinding means, responsive to a signal from said judging means, for fully rewinding said cassette tape to a beginning point thereof when an indication of the map information is judged by said judging means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
222 words
A running guide system for a motor vehicle comprising: running distance detecting means for detecting an actual running distance travelled by the motor vehicle; memory means for storing a plurality of maps arranged according to a predetermined sequence illustrating a route from a start point to a destination, each of said maps containing a segment of said route and overlapping with a segment of an adjacent map in said sequence; display means for displaying each map stored in said memory means; changing means, connected to said running distance detecting means, memory means and display means, for changing a map currently displayed by said display means to a next map in said sequence of maps showing a next segment of said route when the actual running distance coincides with a predetermined running distance of the currently displayed map; tape recorder means for playing a cassette tape and generating a tape signal for causing the display of a map by said display means; judging means, responsive to the tape signal, for judging whether or not the tape signal is indicative of a music tape or a map information tape; and rewinding means, responsive to a signal from said judging means, for fully rewinding said cassette tape to a beginning point thereof when an indication of the map information is judged by said judging means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
241 words
A running guide system for a motor vehicle comprising: running distance detecting means for detecting an actual running distance travelled by said motor vehicle; memory means for storing a plurality of maps in a predetermined sequence illustrating a route from a start point to a destination, each of said maps containing a segment of said route and overlapping with a segment of an adjacent map in said sequence; display means for displaying each said map stored in said memory means; changing means, connected to said running distance detecting means, memory means and said display means, for changing a map currently displayed on said display means to a next map in said sequence showing the predetermined next segment of said route when the actual running distance coincide with the running distance predetermined for each map; voice generating means for announcing a notice of renewal of the map currently displayed prior to the actual renewal of the map; tape recorder means for displaying a cassette tape and generating a tape signal for causing the display of a map by said display means; judging means, responsive to the tape signal, for judging whether or not the tape signal is indicative of a music tape or a map information tape; and rewinding means, responsive to a signal from said jugding means, for fully rewinding said cassette tape to a beginning point thereof when an indication of the map information is judged by said judging means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
241 words
A running guide system for a motor vehicle comprising: running distance detecting means for detecting an actual running distance travelled by said motor vehicle; memory means for storing a plurality of maps in a predetermined sequence illustrating a route from a start point to a destination, each of said maps containing a segment of said route and overlapping with a segment of an adjacent map in said sequence; display means for displaying each said map stored in said memory means; changing means, connected to said running distance detecting means, memory means and said display means, for changing a map currently displayed on said display means to a next map in said sequence showing the predetermined next segment of said route when the actual running distance coincide with the running distance predetermined for each map; voice generating means for announcing a notice of renewal of the map currently displayed prior to the actual renewal of the map; tape recorder means for displaying a cassette tape and generating a tape signal for causing the display of a map by said display means; judging means, responsive to the tape signal, for judging whether or not the tape signal is indicative of a music tape or a map information tape; and rewinding means, responsive to a signal from said jugding means, for fully rewinding said cassette tape to a beginning point thereof when an indication of the map information is judged by said judging means.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1988-01-29 | 1988-07-30 | 1989-01-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-01-29 | 1992-07-30 | 1993-01-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-01-29 | 1996-07-30 | 1997-01-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |