TW200304604A - Electronic machine, electronic machine control device, electronic machine utilization method, utilization management server, machine management device and information repeating installation - Google Patents

Abstract

The object of this invention is to provide an electronic machine that can reduce the manufacturing cost, as well as activate the function necessary for the user. The functional part (201) has a function that can be activated, and an input part (202) inputs an activation information (204) relating to the function to be activated. A control part activates the function of the functional part based on the activation information (204) inputted in the input part (202). Thereby, only manufacturing of electronic machines of the same function is required rather than manufacturing of electronic machines of different functions, reducing the manufacturing cost. In addition, by inputting the activation information that activates the function necessary for the user, the function necessary for the user can be provided.

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200304604 发明 Description of the invention (The description of the invention should state: the technical field, prior art, content, embodiments, and drawings of the invention are briefly explained) L The technical field to which the invention belongs 3 Field of the invention The present invention relates to an electronic machine. Those who can activate the function through the input of activation information as needed. 5 [Prior art] Background of the Invention So far, air conditioners, washing machines, microwave ovens, ovens, hair dryers, electric blankets, televisions, radios, cassette recorders, CD players, MD players, telephones, fax receivers, and personal computers, etc. The electronic machine is added with various 10 functions. Therefore, it also has the function of not being used by a single user. Therefore, for users, if these functions are not used, they will often feel that the products are not cheap. However, since electronic devices are used differently depending on the user, the functions that are not used when the user is different also differ. Therefore, it is necessary to add more functions. Also, in production sites such as factories, mass production of products with the same function can reduce production costs, and it is better to produce more products with fewer varieties than to produce products with different functions in small quantities. Problems to be Solved by the Invention Therefore, there may be problems such as a divergence between the idea of the production site of an electronic device and the idea of an end user of the electronic device. Also, in places where temporary living is carried out, such as hotels, if the air conditioner is too strong, in this case, the user may think that if the air conditioner can be adjusted to only the necessary amount, the accommodation fee may be cheaper. Disagree with the ideas of service providers that provide services as little as possible. 0 Continued pages (Please note and use continuation pages when the invention description page is insufficient.) 200304604 The invention description is continued on page t. Contents of the invention]-One-Solution to the problem In order to solve the above problem, it is too private The present invention provides an electronic machine which has an activated function and inputs information for activating the function thereof, and 5 activates the function according to the input information. In terms of this production site, JDali can produce electronic equipment with the same functions and reduce costs. At the same time, users of electronic equipment can input activation information to activate their own functions in the electronic equipment and use it. function. As a result, the price of mass-produced electronic equipment has dropped, and users can use the functions they need. In particular, if the price of the electronic device itself is set low and a business manual that benefits from the sale of activated information is used, the user can purchase the electronic device at a low price. In addition, electronic equipment installed in a place where a temporary life such as a hotel is provided can be used to input information to activate the function, and the electronic equipment can be used to delete the activated information when the life at the 15 places is completed. Only the functions necessary during the stay. In addition, even if the living place is moved to another place, the function of electronic equipment can be used by re-entering activation information. Further, in the present invention, the information for activating the function is input through a narrower communication method such as a nearby wireless connection or infrared communication, and a control device for transmitting the information for activating the function through a nearby wireless link is provided. By bringing the control device with the user, the electronic equipment in the place where the user lives can be used. Also, in the present invention, the information for activating the function is stored in the feed 0 continuation page (when the description page of the invention is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 It also sends information to activate the stored functions of the electronic devices installed in the areas such as the dwellings and other buildings of the industrial zone. Thereby, the management of the functions of the electronic equipment installed in a zoned building can be easily performed. Moreover, in the present invention, it is possible to obtain and transmit a usage history of an electronic device. In this way, it is possible to charge according to the usage history of the electronic equipment, and it is possible to predict the update period of the function activation information.

[Mode] I Implementation Mode of the Invention (Outline of the Invention) FIG. 1 is a conceptual diagram of the present invention. In Fig. I, a person using a mechanism of an electronic device obtains activation information and inputs it to the electronic device. According to the activation information entered by the industry, the function of the electronic device can be activated and the function can be used. In the first figure, '' shows that the activation information is input to the electronic device through a human relay, but the activation information can also be input to the electronic device in order to use a communication line without passing through a person. In addition, the control device can also send activation information to electronic devices via nearby wireless links such as infrared communication or Bluetooth. (Implementation Mode 1) Fig. 2 is a block diagram illustrating the function of an electronic device according to an implementation mode of the present invention. (Embodiment Mode 1: Configuration) The electronic device 200 according to this embodiment includes a function section 201, a turn-in section 202, and a control section 203. ΞContinued pages (If the description page of the invention is insufficient, please note and use the continued pages) 200304604

发明 Description of the invention (Implementation Mode 1 ·· Definition · Description) The "functional part 201" has activated energy "and is used to provide the function of electronic equipment. Example: If it is = machine, the action of changing the temperature of the room is taken as ~ ° 5 10 15, which is called “machine 旎 之-example.” Also, if it is a Rayview receiver, it will receive TV broadcast and book… ,,,,, Douye ★ A song is not a song, but it is one of the functions. "Tian" "Right is right, ringing machine" is an example of the function of regenerating CD $ MD material. It is known to have functions ", which can provide useful actions. The "activating function" means that although it is not normally possible to operate it, as long as a certain condition is fulfilled, it is activated. In addition, in FIG. 2, although only one functional section is shown, when the electronic device provides a large number of functions, there are a large number of functional sections that conform to its function. Furthermore, a functioning unit is not limited to providing one function, and there is also a functioning unit that provides most functions. The "input section" 202 is used to input activation information. The so-called "input" is imported from outside. The so-called "activation information" is information about the function of activation. That is, 'is information for specifying which function is to be operated. And by inputting activation information, the aforementioned "a certain condition" is satisfied, and the action can be performed. Those who satisfy the conditions are the control sections described below. The "control section" 203 activates the function of the function section 201 based on the activation signal input from the input section 202. Therefore, based on the activation information input in the input section, the aforementioned "certain condition" is established, and the function section functions. (Performance Mode 1: Example of Computer Implementation) Figure 3 shows an example of implementing this implementation mode by computer. The computer's CPU301, I / 0 IF302, and memory 303 are shown in Figure 3. Continued pages (It is not difficult to turn the pages, see the female page) 20 200304604 Connected to each other by buses. In addition, the bus is also connected to the organic energy unit 304, 305 ° "CPU" 301, which is used to perform calculations, and is used to execute the program memorized in the memory 303. 5 "1/0 IF" 302 is the input and output part of the computer. "Ji Yi style" 303 is the part of the memory of data and programs. In order to use the meter as an electronic device of this implementation type, the activation information input to the I / O IF is read through the bus, and based on the read activation information, the The 10 programs for activating the function are stored in the memory first, and then the programs are executed by the CPU. (Implementation Mode 1: Operation of Electronic Equipment) Fig. 4 is a flowchart illustrating the operation of the electronic equipment in this implementation mode. Step S401 is inputting activation information. For example, in this implementation type, the 15 sub-machines are implemented by the computer shown in Figure 3, and the program executed on the CPU reads the activation information input to the I / O IF. Step S402 activates the function. For example, a computer-implemented electronic device of the present embodiment is activated by a functioning bus through a bus based on the read activation information. 2〇 (Implementation Mode 1: Example of Activation Information) Figure 5 shows an example of activation information input to the input section. Figure 5 shows the activation information entered into the air conditioner in the form of a table. The left column stores information (function identification information) useful for identifying the activation function. The central column is used to store the 0 continuation pages that are used to specify whether its function is activated (if the description page of the invention is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 "⑽" means that the function identified by the stored tributes should be activated. If it is stored as "0FF", it means no activation. The right column stores keys that are used to activate functions. This key is necessary information to activate the function of the function section. For example, in the case of using the computer of item 5 and item 3 to implement the electronic implement of this implementation type, the program executed by the CPU is sent through the functional part corresponding to the activation of the bus, and the functional part judges the value stored in the internal and Whether the passed key is suitable, and if it is suitable, activate the function. In addition, the activation information is not limited to those who activate the functions of so-called large-scale home appliances such as air conditioners, for example, those who activate the functions of AV equipment. Fig. 27 is a diagram showing an example of activation information inputted to a television receiver in a table format. The left column stores information useful for identifying functions that can be activated. The central column stores information useful for specifying whether its functions are activated. As in Fig. 5, if it is stored as "ON", it means that the function identified based on the information stored in the left column of the row should be activated. If it is stored as "OFF", it means no activation. The right column stores the useful information to activate the function. Furthermore, furthermore, those who have activation functions are not limited to large household electrical appliances and AV equipment, as long as they are electronic devices that can interpret activation information. 20 (Performance type 1 · Examples of processing to activate functions) FIG. 6 is a flowchart illustrating processing for activating the function. In this flowchart, the processing of step S402 of the flowchart illustrated in Fig. 4 is explained in more detail. 0 Continued pages (Please note and use continuation pages when sending and deleting pages are not enough.) 200304604 玖 、 Explanation of the invention Continued description of the step S6G1 Hiking waiting field for line use. For example, when the computer implements the electronic device of this embodiment, the program executed by the CPU is set to wait until the switch of the function part is ⑽. Step 2 is to determine whether there is activation information. For example, when the activation information illustrated in FIG. 5 is input, the identification code of the functional department of the left job line _ becomes A⑽, and then the judgment is made. If there is activation information (i.e., ⑽ is stored in the center column), the process proceeds to step S603; otherwise, step S603 is skipped. ίο 15 20 —Step S603 activates the function. For example, if the computer in FIG. 3 only presents the electronic machine H of this implementation type and the activation information is exemplified in '5, then the dense material of the right riding wealth in FIG. 5 is sent to the functional department. Activates the function of the functional part. (Implementation Mode 1: Example of Other Processing to Activate Function)

In addition, in Fig. 4 and Fig. 6, the steps of waiting until the function is used are described. Although the processing for activating the function by investigating activation information when the function is to be used is explained, other examples are given in the example. That is, in order to operate a current electronic device, for example, in a remote control, a touch panel using a liquid crystal display is generally used. Therefore, when the activation information is input in step S4Q1, an activated liquid crystal display is performed, and an inactivated function is not selected. For example, when the activation information as illustrated in FIG. 5 is inputted, 'Only the "warm house function" and the "humidification function" are designated as "〇N_', so corresponding to this, then only the r house and humidification" "", You can also warm up when you touch the "warm room" display, and humidify when you touch the "humidification" part. _Second page (Please note and make the title page when the flip page is not enough.) 12 200304604 Invention description $ Selling 玖 Same as the invention description. For example, in the case of audio equipment, the operation panel can be displayed in liquid crystal. Only the function that has been activated can be selected. (Implementation Mode 1: Effect) If the electronic device according to this embodiment mode is activated by inputting activation information, only the necessary functions can be activated and reused. In addition, since different electronic devices potentially have the same function, as long as electronic devices with the same function are produced, production costs can be reduced. (Embodiment Mode 2) 10 15 FIG. 7 is a functional block diagram illustrating an electronic device according to Embodiment Mode 2 of the present invention. (Embodiment Mode 2: Configuration) The electronic device 700 of this embodiment includes a function section 701, a function selection section 702, an input section 703, and a control section 704. The "functional part" 701 has a function that can be activated. Regarding the "activation function", the definition in Implementation Mode 1 can be fully applied. In addition, although only one functional part is shown in FIG. 7, many functional parts may be sufficient. The "function selection section" 702 is used to select the functions of the function section 701 to be activated. For example, when one function section 701 can provide a large number of functions, the function is selected among them. In addition, when most of the functional parts are activated to provide a function, a functional part to be activated to provide a certain function is selected. The "input section" 703 is activation information for inputting information on activation functions. The definitions in Implementation Type 1 are fully applicable. The "control section" 704 is based on the activation 0 continuation page entered in the input section 703 (if the invention description page is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 20 200304604 The unit 702 specifies a function to be activated. Implementation of Type 1. The control section directly activates the functions of the function section. However, in this embodiment, the control section specifies the functions to be activated for the function selection section. 5 (Implementation Mode 2: Computer Embodiment) Fig. 8 is a block diagram illustrating the function of the electronic machine in this implementation mode by means of a computer. Basically, it is the same as the third diagram illustrating the implementation of the electronic device that implements Type 1 by computer. However, the function selection section is connected to the bus, and the function sections 805 and 806 are transmitted through the function selection section 10. 804 is connected to the bus. The program that operates on the CPU 801 reads the activation information input in 1/0 IF802, and sends a command to the function selection section based on the activation information, and specifies the function to be activated. The function selection unit 804 activates the functions of the function units 805 and 806 in accordance with the accepted command. 15 (Performance type 2: Selection of functions) Figure 9 is used to illustrate the example of providing some functions by activating most of the function parts. The part marked on the left in Fig. 9 is the function provided, and it is written "warm house" and "supply air" as examples. The part marked on the right in Fig. 9 is a functional part that should be activated in order to provide functions, and writes "defrost and heat generator (20 outdoor unit)", "heat pump", "air supply motor", "display panel", "Vent valve switch" is an example. The center line in FIG. 9 indicates that the function part on the right side should be activated in order to provide the function on the left side. For example, in order to provide the function of the "warm house", it means that the function parts of the "defrost heat generator (outdoor unit)", "heat pump", "wind motor", and "display panel" must be activated. 0 Continued pages (remember that when bribes are not sour, keep your mind and make a brain page) 14 200304604 玖 、 Explanation of the invention Description of the invention Continued page and 'Figure 28 is used to explain that in the television receiver, most functions A person who activates to provide a function. As in Fig. 9, the part marked on the left in Fig. 28 is provided with functions "and" Ground wave broadcasting "and" BS broadcasting ^ "are written as examples. As in Fig. 9, as shown in Fig. 28, The part 5 on the right side is a functional part that should be activated in order to provide functions. It is written with "remote receiver", "ground wave tuner", "power supply of the TV basic circuit unit", "cs tuner", "trailer "Wire Antenna Power" as an example. The center line of Fig. 28 is shown to provide the function on the left side, and the function part on the right side should be activated. Spring ^ As an example of the function selection section of this embodiment, the relationship between the function to be provided and the function section to be activated shown in Figs. 9 and 28 can be mentioned. When the function to be provided is designated by the control section, the function section to be activated is requested based on the relationship between the function to be provided and the function section to be activated, and the function section is to be activated. (Implementation Mode 2: Effect) 15 In this implementation mode, if the function selection section is interposed between the function section and the control section, each function section cooperates to provide a function. The function of the function department is to activate the function provided by the electronic device, so it can be easily activated information for human beings. (Embodiment Mode 3) 20 FIG. 10 is a block diagram illustrating a function of an electronic device according to Embodiment Mode 3 of the present invention. (Embodiment Mode 3: Configuration) In this embodiment mode, the 'electronic device 1001' includes a function storage unit 1002, an input unit 1003, and a control unit 1004. 0 Continued pages (when the invention description page is inadequate, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 Rose, Invention Description Invention Description Continued Page (Continuous Application Type 3: Definition and Explanation) 5 10

The "functional storage unit" 1GG2 is used to store the functional unit 丨 ⑻5. Although only one function section is shown in Fig. 10, most function sections can also be stored in the function storage section. The "storage" can also physically keep the functional part inside, for example, as the body. In addition, in theory, it can also be a person who maintains a functional part. The so-called "theoretic function department" is, for example, in the case where the function to be provided in the implementation mode 2 corresponds to the function department that should be activated, the function block diagram or "quotation" is private. The functional department corresponding to the function to be provided is integrated into one. It is also possible to connect a function section corresponding to a function to be provided to one of the function selection sections in the implementation mode 2. The "functional part" is 1GG5 series and has activation function. It is the same as the definition of the functional part in the implementation mode 1 or implementation mode 2. However, in this embodiment, the function section can activate the function through the function storage section through the control section. The input section "1003" is the activation information for inputting information about the activated function. It is the same as the definition of the input part in implementation mode 丨 or implementation mode 2. The "control part" 1004 activates the function of the function part through the function storage part 1002 based on the activation information input in the input part 1003. Moreover, 20 is approximately the same as the control section in the implementation mode 1 or the implementation mode 2, but is different in that the function of the function unit is activated through the function storage unit. (Implementation Mode 3: Examples of Actions and Implementations) The operation of the electronic device in this implementation mode is the same as the operation of the electronic device in Implementation mode 1 or Implementation mode 2. For example, the flowchart is as follows: Page (when turning pages is not enough to make ugliness, note and make pages) 16 200304604 1. Description of the invention Description of the invention The example shown in Figure 4 of the continuation page. In addition, the configuration of the implementation form of electron ^ in this embodiment is as shown in Fig. 3 or Fig. 8 as an example. In the case where it is realized by the third configuration, the 'functional storage section is a case of the material storage functional section 304 and 3G5. In addition, when the structure shown in FIG. 8 is used to realize the function, the function storage unit is theoretically connected to the function unit of one function selection unit. (Implementation Mode 3: Effect) The effect of the electronic device in this implementation mode is related to the implementation mode! It has the same effect as the electronic device that implements Type 2. 10 (Embodiment Mode 4) FIG. 11 illustrates a functional block of an electronic device according to Embodiment 4 of the present invention. In Fig. 11, the non-essential parts of the present embodiment are omitted, and the dotted lines are omitted. (In the figure after the u-th figure, also the dotted line indicates the omitted part.) 15 (Implementation Mode 4: Structure) The electronic device 1100 in the current implementation complaint is implemented in Implementation mode 1 to Implementation mode 3. The configuration of the electronic device is a basic configuration, and the input unit 1101 includes a memory mechanism 1102. (Implementation Tragedy 4: Definition and Explanation) The "memory mechanism" 1102 is used to memorize the activated information input by the industry. The "memory" refers to a certain degree of temporal persistence and readable storage. For example, in the form in which electronic machines are implemented by computers, the memory mechanism is implemented by memories. In this book, the input section 丨 101 can put the aforementioned activation information on the next page (when the page is not enough, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 The continuation page is replaced with the activated information entered. That is, the activation information stored in the memory unit 1102 and the activation information input in the input unit 1101 can be replaced. For example, if the format of the activation information inputted by the input unit 1101 and the activation information memorized by the memory mechanism 1102 are different, the format is made the same. In this embodiment, the control unit may use the activation information input in the input unit 1101, or may use the activation information stored in the memory unit 1102. (Implementation mode 4: an example of the processing of electronic equipment) ° Figure 12 is a flowchart illustrating the processing of the electronic equipment in this implementation mode, and the control unit uses the activation information memorized by the memory mechanism. . Step S1201 is to input activation information in the input section. In step S1202, the activation information input in step si201 is memorized in the memory mechanism. 5 Step S1203 reads the activation information stored in step S1202 in the control unit. In step S1204, the function is activated. Step S1205 is to judge whether the processing of the electronic device is finished, and if it is not finished, it returns to step S1203. 10 (Implementation Mode 4: Effect) In the electronic device of this implementation mode, if the power of the electronic device is cut off, the activation information can be continuously memorized by the memory mechanism. When the power is restored, the activation can be saved and input again. Information time. (Implementation Mode 5) _Second page (If you are absent, please note _Sell page) 200304604 The description of the invention and the description of the invention® Page 13 Figure 13 illustrates the electronic device of the implementation mode 5 of the present invention Functional block diagram. (Embodiment 5: Structure) The electronic device 1300 in this embodiment is based on the structures of the electronic devices in Embodiments i to 5 and has a display portion 1301. (Implementation Mode 5: Definition and Explanation) "Display section" 1301 is used to display the aforementioned activation information. That is, the activation information input to the input unit 1302 is displayed. In addition, if the implementation form 4 10 is used, the activation information in the memory can also be displayed when the activation information is memorized by the memory mechanism. (Implementation Mode 6) The implementation mode 6 of the present invention is an electronic device of any one of Implementation Modes 丨 to Implementation Mode 5, in which the activation information is issued on the condition that a predetermined equivalent of 15 remuneration is paid. Electronic information. The so-called "electronic information" refers to the information represented by the arrangement of the bits of the electromagnetic mechanism. For example, information recorded on magnetic disks such as floppy disks, information recorded on optical disks such as cd_ROM, information recorded by optical disks such as purchased, information stored as bit rows on memory cards, etc. Send and receive information in bit 20 rows. The so-called “issuance on the condition of payment of a predetermined equivalent of remuneration” is issued by exchanging in advance with a determined value (such as the value converted by currency). It is not limited to the exchange of value when it is issued as the activated information of electronic information. For example, you can use credit payments such as credit cards to pay equivalent rewards. 0 Continued pages (flip pages are not enough, please note and use (Continued) 200304604 玖, description of the invention Description of the invention continued pages exchange value after the release of activation information. (Implementation type 6: Effect) By issuing the activation information on the condition that the equivalent remuneration is paid, the sale of activation information can be conducted, and the business of activation information can be launched. In addition, 5 can also set the price of electronic equipment to be lower than the original manufacturing price, and obtain income based on activation information. (Implementation Mode 7) The implementation mode 7 of the present invention is an electronic device of any one of the implementation mode 丨 to the implementation mode 6, wherein the activation information is information for activating most functions 10. For example, as shown in Fig. 5, the activation information is expressed in a format that can specify whether the function is activated with respect to the majority of functions. In addition, the input section of an electronic device can input information in its format, and the control section can activate most functions in accordance with the format of the input information. 15 Furthermore, in the electronic device of this embodiment, most functions activated by activation information can be activated at the same time or activated at different times. (Implementation Mode 7: Effect) With one kind of activation information, most functions can be activated, which saves time for inputting activation information according to each function. 20 '(Implementation Mode 8) The implementation mode 8 of the present invention is an electronic device of any of the implementation modes 1 to 7, wherein the activation information is information about the time when the function is activated. The so-called "information about the time of activation of the function" is used to specify the machine 0 continuation page (when the invention description page is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 The length of time. For example, in the case of air conditioners, it is the information specified as "the room function can be activated for 100 hours". Similarly, in terms of television receivers, it is the information designated as "Receiveable terrestrial television broadcast for 50 hours". 5 The so-called "time for functional activation" can be the length of time during which functions can be continuously activated, or the total time for intermittent activation. When the electronic device of the present embodiment inputs activation information and activates the function, the time for activation is calculated, and the time obtained from the information on the time for activation of the function is deducted. 10 (Embodiment Mode 8 · Effect) According to this embodiment mode, the activation time can be limited. Therefore, for example, when the service life of the functional part of an electronic device has passed, the function can be inactivated. In addition, since activation at the time specified by the activation information must be completed, new activation information must be entered. Therefore, if the activation information is subject to the payment of an equivalent remuneration, the use of electronic equipment can be billed. (Implementation Mode 9) The implementation mode 9 of the present invention is an electronic device of any one of the implementation modes 20 to 20 in the implementation mode 8, wherein the activation information is information about the period of functional activation. The "period" refers to a period in time, and can be expressed, for example, as of 6 o'clock in the morning from 10 o'clock in the afternoon. The electronic device in this implementation type has an internal part for measuring the current date or the current time, and has reached the date indicated by the information on the deadline. 0 Continued pages ) 21 200304604 Inventive description $ Sale page, invention description or time, the function is activated. (Embodiment Mode 9: Effect) According to the present invention, the function can be activated within a specific period. By this means, for example, the function can be activated only in a time zone applicable to late-night electricity charges, and the activation of the summer self-angel function can be avoided when the power demand increases. (Implementation Mode 10) The consistent application mode 10 of the present invention is an electronic device of any one of Implementation Modes 丨 to Implementation Mode 9, and its towel is activated: # 讯 系 related to functional activation areas Information. 10 15 The so-called "information about the area" is information that shows where the electronic equipment is located. For example, "Shinagawa-ku", "Tokyo", or "Kanto-ku" are examples. X 'is not limited to those who come from a geographic location, but may be determined by conditions other than geographical conditions, such as places where the voltage of electricity is within one volt plus or minus 0 ”volts, or where the daytime temperature exceeds 30 degrees. The electronic device in this embodiment includes a voltage measurement section that uses a Global Positioning System (GPS) to obtain a position measurement section where the electronic device is located to measure the voltage of electricity, or a time measurement section and temperature for measuring daytime air temperature. The measurement department, etc., indicates where the electronic equipment is located. After pointing out the location, compare it with information about the area included in the activation information, and determine whether the function is activated. In addition, electronic devices sold in specific areas can first record the information about the sales area, and by reading out the recorded information, then compare it with the information about the area included in the activation information. Regional activation of functions can also be entered by the user of the electronic device into the place where the electronic device exists. 0 Continued on the page (if the page is not enough, please note and make the page forward) Compared with the information on the sales area of the business record, the function is activated only in the business area. In addition, when most functions are activated, the information about the activation area varies with each function. 5 (Implementation Mode 10: Effects) According to this embodiment mode, if electronic devices are present in a specific area, the functions can be activated, thereby, for example, if applied to electronic devices that reproduce content, copyright can be applied. Its protection. In addition, by not activating the function in areas where the frequency or voltage of electric power is not the same, it is possible to prevent malfunctions and accidents. (Implementation Mode 11) The implementation mode 11 of the present invention is an implementation mode! The electronic device of any type to the implementation mode 10, in which the activation information is information indicating a change or update of activation information that has been input to the aforementioned input section. 15 That is, in the state where the activation information has been input in the input section of the electronic device, when other activation information is input, the input activation information is changed or updated. The so-called "change or update" means to replace all or part of the activated information that has been entered with newly entered activation information. 20 In this regard, for example, in the activation information, first set the bit used to change or update the activated activation information that has been entered, and when the activation information is entered in the input section of the electronic device, you can see its And determine whether to change or update the activation information that has been entered, and make changes or updates. In addition, the activation information is displayed to change or update the entered activation resources. 0 Continued pages (when the invention description page is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 玖, the type of information of the invention description information, if active Into. The invention explains that the continuation page has not yet activated the activation information, and the function can also be disabled (implementation type 11: effect) 5 10 Ingenuity, the activation information can be changed or updated. Therefore, you can get activated information based on cheap equivalent remuneration if you have mixed information. Therefore, for example, it is possible to provide relocation activation information at a low price to those who have to move due to transfer. (Implementation Mode 12) The implementation mode 12 of the present invention relates to any electronic device in the implementation mode i to the implementation mode 11, wherein the activation information is information on the degree of activation of the function. The so-called "degree of activation" refers to the level that is displayed when there is a level of strength depending on the degree of functioning. The display "for which level" is based on the strength above a certain level, or the strength below a certain level, and the strength from a certain 15 level to which level. E.g. In the case of air conditioners, for example, the room temperature can be set to 30 degrees or more, the room temperature can be set to 25 degrees or less, or the room temperature can be set to 25 degrees or more and 30 degrees or less. . In the case of a television receiver, the number of receivable channels is a degree of 20. also. In the case of audio equipment, the degree of sound during reproduction can be taken as an example of privacy. In order to realize the electronic device of this embodiment type, it is possible to have an intensity instruction receiving section for receiving instructions of the degree of function performance, and the control section and the degree of function performance accepted by the intensity instruction receiving section and the activation energy Continued pages (Please note and use continuation pages when the invention description page is inadequate.) 200304604 玖. Compare the information contained in the invention description description page with the grade information and determine whether the degree of function is satisfactory. The function of the part can be activated. Alternatively, the function department sends information on the level contained in the activation information, and the function department judges whether the degree of performance accepted by the strength instruction receiving unit meets the level of the industry's 5th issue. (Implementation Mode 12: Effect) According to this implementation mode, the degree of activation can be specified according to the activation information. Therefore, for example, when issuing activation information on the condition that an equivalent remuneration is paid, you can charge according to the degree of use of the function of the electronic device. 0 By combining the degree of activation and the activation time, the electronic device can be operated more accurately within the useful life of the electronic device. (Embodiment Mode 13) FIG. 14 is a block diagram illustrating a part of functions of an electronic device according to Embodiment 13 of the present invention. 5 (Implementation Mode 13: Composition) The activation information input by the electronic device in this implementation mode is related to the deadline for activation of the function. The electronic device Moo in this embodiment is an electronic device in any one of implementation mode 丨 to implementation mode 12, and has a warning section 1401. 0 (Implementation Type 13: Definition and Explanation) "Warning Department" 1401 issues a warning that the expiration date is nearing the expiration date. The so-called "expiry of the term" means the expiry of the term of the activation of the function. 0 Continued pages (when the description page of the invention is insufficient, please note and use the continued page) For example, the term of the lamp expires on February 28, and when a certain period of time is a warning, the warning will be issued on February 18 to approach the expiration of the term. The method of issuing a warning is to make the LED and other lights turn on the light 5-10. X 'can also be displayed on the display portion of the liquid crystal. In addition, a special sound may be used to inform the purpose of the expiration of the deadline. It is also possible to send an e-mail notifying that the expiration date of the expiration date has been reached from an electronic device connected to the Internet or the like. (Implementation mode 13: an example of the operation of the warning part) An example of the operation of the warning part 1401 is to read the activation information input to the input part M ", and when the investigation period expires, and a certain time before the investigation period expires For when. Then compare the current time with a certain time before the expiration of the deadline-a fixed time, and issue a warning if the _ is over a certain time before the expiration of the deadline. (Implementation Mode 13: Effect) If according to this implementation mode Since the warning will be issued a certain time before the expiration of the period, the user of the electronic device can know that the end of the activation period is approaching, and can obtain new activation information at the end of the period. 14) The electronic device in this embodiment is an electronic device in any of the implementation modes 丨 to implementation mode 13 in which the activation information is input through the semiconductor memory medium at the input section. The so-called “semiconductor memory medium "" Is a memory made of semiconductor circuits, and is a person who can enter, hold, and read information, and is also _ times (turn page Contact plating so, Qian referred to avoid Zang p) ND 200 304 604, the invention may be described in the invention is described on page Continued mounted electronic apparatus, by removal. Take the memory card as an example. In this embodiment, 'An Sang is placed before the electronic device, and the activation information is input and held on the semiconductor memory medium. By mounting such a semiconductor memory medium on an electronic device, it is possible to read out and input activation information from the semiconductor memory medium through the turn-in section. (Implementation Mode 14: Effect) In the electronic device of this embodiment mode, activation information is input through a semiconductor memory medium. Therefore, if you have a semiconductor _ memory medium with activated information input, you can use the function of electronic equipment. For example, when temporarily living in a hotel room, these electronic devices can be used by installing a semiconductor memory medium to which activation information has been input in an air conditioner, television receiver, or audio device installed in the room. (Implementation Mode 15) The electronic device in this embodiment mode is any of the implementation mode 1 to implementation mode 15 to 13-type electronic machine ', in which the activation information is input to the input section via a telecommunication line. · The so-called "telecommunications line" is a line that uses electromagnetic effects to send and receive information. From a physical perspective, there are wired and wireless ones. From a theoretical perspective, there are differences between using a telephone line or using the Internet. 20 That is, the input section of the electronic device in this embodiment is connected to a telecommunication line and inputs activation information transmitted through the telecommunication line. (Embodiment Mode 15: Effect) The electronic equipment of this embodiment mode is a person who inputs activation resources via a telecommunication line. Therefore, if the electronic device is used by the user, for example, they can call for an active 0 continuation page (if the invention description page is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 Owned electronic equipment enters activation information. In addition, a server such as an Internet server stores activation information, downloads it as necessary, and inputs the activation information to an electronic device. The implementation core 14 does not need to hold a semiconductor medium for recording activation information. 5 (Implementation Mode 16) The electronic device in this implementation mode is an electronic device of any one of Implementation Mode 丨 to Implementation Mode 13, in which the activation information is wirelessly connected to the input of the input section via a nearby wireless input. The so-called "nearby wireless link" is a short-range, 10-wireless communication method using weak radio waves. For example, Bluetooth communication can be taken as an example. It is a communication with a communication distance of up to several tens of kilometers, which is mainly suitable for communicators between indoor electronic devices. In this implementation type, the input section of the electronic device communicates with other electronic devices through a nearby wireless link and inputs activation information. 15 For example, first, the activation information is stored in a mobile phone capable of Bluetooth communication, and the mobile phone performs Bluetooth communication, and then the activation information stored in the mobile phone is transmitted to an electronic device. (Implementation Mode 16: Effect) According to this embodiment mode, since activation information is input via a nearby wireless link, activation information can be input from a place away from an electronic device. In addition, since communication is performed at a short distance, there is no erroneous operation of electronic equipment that transmits activation information to remote locations. (Implementation Mode 17) The electronic equipment in this implementation mode is as follows: Implementation Mode 丨 to Implementation Mode 0 Continued Page (If the description page of the invention is not enough, please note and use the continued page) 28-200304604 Invention Description Continued Page 玖, description of the invention, wherein the input unit is provided with an electronic device for manually inputting any of the 13 types of electronic devices, and an input operation mechanism for inputting activation information. That is, the input unit includes a button, a ten-key, and a key.

The device enters activation information. For example, if a keyboard is available, the user of the electronic device can enter the data as shown in the right column of Figure 5. (Implementation Mode 17: Effect) According to this embodiment mode, activation information can be manually input. Therefore, the activation information can be printed on paper and distributed at a low price. In addition, if the activation information is made into a complicated item that cannot be inputted by a child, it is possible to prevent the electronic device from malfunctioning due to the child. (Implementation Mode 18) The electronic device in Implementation Mode 18 is an electronic device in any one of Implementation Modes 丨 to Implementation Modes 15 to 13, in which the activation information is entered by the input unit using infrared communication. Infrared communication was previously used for remote control, etc., and it was a method of stable communication in a narrow range such as indoors. In this embodiment, the activation information is transmitted through infrared communication, and the input unit receives activation information transmitted through infrared communication. The activation information is, for example, a device of a manual input mechanism such as a remote control, and is transmitted to an electronic device. Furthermore, the semiconductor memory media that records activation information is installed on a remote control, and the activation information recorded on the semiconductor memory media can also be read and sent by remote control. 0 Continued pages (Please note and use the continuation pages when the invention description page is insufficient.) 200304604 Invention description 玖, Invention description (Embodiment mode 18: Effect) If this embodiment mode is activated by infrared communication input Gongxun can therefore enter activation information from places away from electronic equipment. In addition, because the communication is performed at a short distance, there is no erroneous action of transmitting activation information 5 to electronic equipment far away from the place. (Embodiment Mode 19) FIG. 15 is a block diagram of a part of a functional part of an electronic device according to Embodiment 19 of the present invention. This implementation type is characterized by the fact that the activated function 10 has been stored on an external memory medium. (Implementation Mode 19: Configuration) The electronic device of the present embodiment is an electronic device of any one of the implementation modes 1 to 18, and has an external media memory 1501 〇15 ( Implementation type 19: Definition and explanation) "External Media Memory Unit" 15G1 stores the information about the resume of the activated machine month b in the external memory medium 15. The so-called "external memory medium" 15G2 is a semiconductor memory and is easily removable. One example is a memory card. In addition, in this embodiment, for example, the control unit 1503 can collect the functional history of the function unit in addition to the function of the activation function & 疋 activation function. For example, when the function department is activated and starts to operate, the signal indicating the start of the operation is sent by the function department, and the control unit receives its signal 'and generates a history message indicating the start of the operation. When paying a bribe, please note the details of the continuation page) 200304604 Cut, description of the invention Description of the continuation page and then output to the external media memory 15 () 1. In addition, when the action is stopped, a signal is sent to the function section, and the control section 1503 receives the “仏” and generates information indicating the history of the stopped operation, and then outputs the information to the external media storage section 1501. 5 Or, when the control unit activates the function and specifies the activation function, and when the start and stop commands are given to the control unit, corresponding to the command issued, information indicating the history is generated and stored in the external media The section 1501 outputs. Moreover, in addition to the start and stop of the operation, it is also possible to generate, for example, information indicating a history including the degree of 10 energy. (Implementation mode 19: Effect) According to this implementation mode, since the history of used functions is stored in an external memory medium, for example, personal computers can be used for statistics and analysis of the use of electronic equipment. It is also possible to charge the usage fee of electronic equipment in accordance with the results of the usage statistics and analysis. (Embodiment Mode 20) FIG. 16 is a block diagram illustrating a part of functions of an electronic device according to Embodiment 20. The feature of this embodiment is that it can store the resume of the activated machine 20 that has been used. (Implementation Mode 20: Configuration) The electronic device 1600 of this implementation mode is an electronic device of any of Implementation Modes 1 to 18, and has a history storage section 1601. 0 Continued page (Invention Explanation Page) When not in use, please note and use the continuation sheet) 200304604 The description of the invention, the description of the invention (continued mode 20: definition and description) "Resume storage section" 1601 is used to store the used and activated month. The resume of "b" is also used in this embodiment. For example, the control unit 1602 collects the use history of the function unit 5 in addition to the function of activating the function and specifying the active function. For example, when the function of the function part is activated and starts to move, it will go to the control part! 6G2 sends a signal showing the start of the operation, while the control unit 16G2 receives the signal, generates a message indicating that the operation has started, and outputs it to the history storage unit. In addition, when the action is stopped, a signal indicating that the action is stopped is sent to # 控 tup 1602, and the control unit 接收 2 receives its ’’ to generate information indicating that the action has stopped, and then outputs it to the history storage 1601. Or, add the control unit 1602 to activate the function while specifying the activation function, and issue the start of the operation of the function unit to generate the information representing the resume in response to the command issued, and then output it to the second: 15 1601. In addition to the start and stop of the operation, for example, information indicating a history including the degree of function can be generated. (Implementation mode 20: Effect) According to this embodiment mode, since the used function history is stored in the history storage unit ', the history stored in the history storage unit can be transmitted to the center via a telecommunication line, for example. In this way, the history of functional use 'can be collected at the center and various analysis can be performed. The total use times of the function can be obtained from the billing process of the use of the corresponding electronic device or the use history of the electronic device. Which function is required by the user can also be beneficial to the production of products. The second page is not a kind of brain (Qianji whip), 200304604, invention description invention description continued page

Planning. I (Implementation mode 21) The electronic device in implementation mode 21 is characterized by controlling the activation of the output function of the function section according to the activation information, and controlling the activation of the function section 5 of the function section. (Implementation Mode 21: Configuration) The electronic device in the Bembesch mode is an electronic device of any one of Implementation mode i to Implementation mode 5, and includes a signal control section. Lu (Implementation Mode 21: Definition and Explanation) The "No. 1 control unit" is the one that controls the input signal to the aforementioned functional unit or / and the output signal from the aforementioned functional unit based on the aforementioned activation information. That is, the signal control section controls one or both of the signals input to the function section and the signals output by the function section. For example, all of the input lines for inputting signals to the function part and the output lines for outputting signals from the function part are connected to the signal control part 15, and the signal control part can also play the role of exchanging such signals. In addition, the signal control unit can also send the input and output of control signals to each function unit. As described above, the function of the function unit can also be activated by performing the input signal and output signal of the control unit. For example, imagine 20 tuner for TV. The tuner takes the radio waves received at the antenna as input, and outputs the signals of the selected channel. Therefore, if the signal control section is located between the antenna and the tuner, and the radio waves received at the antenna are controlled to be sent to the tuner, and if the radio waves received at the antenna are sent to the tuner instead of activating the tuner, the same can be done substantially. Achieve 0 Continued Pages (Note when the invention description page is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 33 200304604

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Activate the tuner. In addition, the funeral work was not approved, and the L 秸 L number was used to receive the function number of the letter output by the tuner, and the signal control unit transmitted the signal gambled to the block receiving unit, which essentially activated the tuner Into. Therefore, in this embodiment, as long as the control unit reads the activation of the asset, and the signal control unit passes the output # of the functional unit that should be activated, the signal control unit. (Implementation Mode 21: Effect) As mentioned above, by controlling the input and output signals of the function section by the signal control section, as long as the control section controls the signal section, it is not necessary to directly control the function of 10. Therefore, the structure of the electronic device can be simplified. (Implementation Mode 22) An electronic device related to Implementation Mode 22 is an electronic device according to Implementation Mode 14, which is characterized in that the semiconductor memory medium is only readable. That is, the activation information is input to the input section of the electronic device 15 through the semiconductor memory medium, but the semiconductor memory medium used at this time is only a "readable" semiconductor memory medium. ROM (Read Only Memory) cannot be rewritten. Alternatively, in the form of a writable memory, for example, by switching a two-row device switch, writing of the semiconductor 20 cannot be performed. In addition, the input section of the electronic device may not have a function of writing information into the semiconductor memory medium. (Implementation Mode 22: Effects) This implementation method guarantees the activation of the information stored in the semiconductor memory media, and it cannot be changed if it is installed in an electronic device. 0 Continued pages (Please note and use continuation pages when the invention description page is insufficient.) 200304604 玖. Description of the invention description continued page (Implementation Mode 23) Figure 19 illustrates the electrons related to the implementation mode 23 of the invention Partial block diagram of the machine. The characteristic of this implementation mode is that the upper limit of the number of times of 5 input activation information is specified through the semiconductor memory. (Implementation Mode 23: Configuration) The electronic device 1900 of this embodiment mode is the electronic device 1§ of Implementation mode i 4, in which the input unit 1901 is provided with the number of times limit mechanism 1902 (implementation mode 23). ·· Definition and explanation) Input number limit mechanism 1902 is the upper limit of the number of times input activation information is maintained through a semiconductor memory medium. Therefore, electronic equipment maintains the number of times that activation information has been input through semiconductor memory media. The holding of the number of times is, for example, a flash memory. 15 Even if the power of the electronic device is cut off, it can be performed in the memory holding the contents. When the input unit 1901 intends to input activation information through the semiconductor memory, it compares the number of holding times with the number of times held in the input number limiting mechanism 1902. If the number of holds is smaller, enter activation information and make the number of holds greater than 1. If the number of times of holding is the same as the number of times held within the limit of the number of input times of the 20-unit mechanism 1902, the activation information is not input. Also, in this case, the subject that activation information cannot be entered may be displayed. (Implementation mode 23: Effect) According to this embodiment mode, the number of times the activation information can be input through the semiconductor memory medium. By this, for example, it is possible to prevent the electronic device from exceeding the 0 continuation page (if the description page of the invention is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 玖, description of the invention. If maintenance can be performed when the upper limit of the number of input activities is reached, maintenance can be performed periodically. (Implementation Mode 24) An electronic device related to Implementation Mode 24 is an electronic 5 machine according to Implementation Mode 15. It is characterized in that the input department can read only activation information via a telecommunication line. Even if the input unit sends a signal to a telecommunication line in order to obtain synchronization of communication, etc., the activation information is read-only, and the input unit does not change the activation information. For example, consider the type of inputting activation information into the input section via the Internet. This type can use various protocols when inputting activation information. For example, if the HTTP protocol is used, the input unit sends a request for activation education to the Ηττρ server and obtains the activation information corresponding to the request, but the activation information stored in the HTTP feeder has not changed. In addition, when inputting activation information via the FTP protocol input unit, the input unit uses the GET command to obtain the activation information, as long as the ρυτ command is not used. 0 (Implementation Mode 24: Effect) According to this implementation mode, When inputting activation information, 20 activation information is only read without change. The result is no danger of accidentally damaging the activation information. (Embodiment Mode 25) Fig. 19 is a functional block diagram illustrating a part of an electronic device according to Embodiment 25 of the present invention. The feature of this embodiment is that it is continued through the telecommunication line. (The invention description page is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page.) 36 200304604 . (Implementation Mode 25: Configuration) The electronic equipment of this implementation mode is deleted, such as the electronic equipment of Implementation Mode 15, in which the input department _ department has _ the number of input limit mechanism contact 5 people. (Implementation Mode 25: Definition and Explanation) The "input limit mechanism" is the upper limit of the number of times the input activation information is maintained through the telecommunication line. Therefore, electronic equipment keeps the input activation times 10 times via telecommunication lines. The holding of the number of times is, for example, a flash memory. Even if the power of the electronic device is cut off, it can be performed in the memory holding the contents. When inputting 邛 1901 to input activation information via an electrification line, the number of times held is compared with the number of times held in the input number limiting mechanism 19202. If the number of times of holding is smaller, input activation information and make the number of times of holding 15 greater than 1. If the number of times of holding is the same as the number of times held in the input number limiting mechanism 1902, the activation information is not input. In this case, the purpose of not being able to input activation information may be displayed. (Implementation Mode 25: Effect) According to this embodiment mode, the number of times the activation 20 information can be inputted through the telecommunication line. This prevents, for example, the use of the electronic device beyond its useful life. Also, if maintenance can be performed within the upper limit of the number of times the activation information is input, maintenance can be performed periodically. (Implementation Mode 26) Fig. 20 is an explanatory diagram showing the outline of Implementation Mode 26 of the present invention. _Next page (too much to make up, please contact the page) 200304604 Guilt and invention description Invention description continued page In FIG. 20, the electronic device 2000 is an electronic device of, for example, implementation mode 16 or implementation mode 18. The control device 2001 sends activation information to the electronic device Kawasaki through a nearby wireless link or infrared communication. By doing so, the function of the electronic device around the person holding the control device 2001 can be activated, and the function can be used. Fig. 21 is a block diagram illustrating a function of a control device according to an embodiment 26 of the present invention. (Embodiment Mode 26: Configuration) 10 In this embodiment mode, the control device 2100 includes an activation information storage unit 2101 and a transmission unit 2102. (Implementation Mode 26: Definition and Explanation) "Activation information memory unit" 2101 is used to memorize activation information. The so-called "memory" is readable and stored. When this type of memory is controlled by a computer, it is performed by means of a memory or a hard disk. The "sending unit" 2102 sends the activation information stored in the activation information storage unit 2101 through a nearby wireless link or infrared communication. (Implementation Mode 26: Explanation of Processing) Fig. 22 is a flow chart illustrating the processing of the control device of this implementation mode. Step S2201 is to read the activation information memorized in the activation information memory 2m. In step S2202, the activation information is sent by the sending unit 2102. Step S2203 determines whether the process should be ended. This judgment is, for example, a 0-continued page (if the description page of the invention is insufficient, please note and use the continued page) If the processing is not completed, the process returns to step S2201. Furthermore, FIG. 22 is an example of a flowchart. Another example is ten, and the end of step S2203 can also be performed after step S22〇1. The activation information memorized by 5 ′ ′ activation information record 2㈣Π can only be read once, and after that, the activation information transmission can also be performed repeatedly. (Implementation mode: 26) According to this embodiment mode, the functions of electronic devices around the control device can be activated and used. 10 (Implementation mode: 27) Implementation mode 27 is related to the use of electronic equipment. (Implementation Mode 27: Configuration) The method of using an electronic device in this embodiment mode is a method of using an electronic device with an activated function, and includes an acquisition step and an activation step of 15 steps. (Implementation mode 27: Definition and explanation) "Acquisition step" is to obtain activation information about information about functions that should be activated. 20 The "activation step" is a step of activating functions based on the activation information obtained in the acquisition step. That is, the electronic device for implementing the method of using the electronic device according to the present embodiment 'may be, for example, an electronic store that implements «1. The obtaining step is equivalent to inputting activation information in the input section. x, the activation step corresponds to the step of activating the function in the activation section. 0 Continued pages (remember when you turn pages and use them, remember and look) 39 200304604 Rose, Invention Description Invention Description Continued Page (Implementation Type 28: Composition) --- This yoke method is set at The use method of an electronic device that can distinguish living areas of buildings and has biochemical functions includes a batch obtaining step, an intra-area sending step, and an activating step. 5 (Beishi Type 28: Definition and Explanation) The area of the building in the Jinyue District is a separate part obtained by dividing the interior of the building into several parts. The building is not limited to one building, and may also be several buildings. / In the case of a building consisting of several buildings like this, the difference can also be-«area g divided by building area". Examples include buildings and buildings. 10 each floor, each resident in the room or each room in the resident, each store in a mixed apartment, etc. An example of an electronic device capable of living and biochemical functions is an electronic device of implementation type 15. 15 20 "Batch acquisition" is the step of obtaining activation information through the electric circuit. The "activation information" used herein refers to the information about the activation function of the electronic equipment installed in the area. Therefore, for example, when the electronic device of the implementation type is installed in the area, it is a step of obtaining the activation information of the electronic device through the electric green road. In this batch obtaining step, activation information can be obtained separately for each electronic state of mouth that is in the area, and λ, force 'are obtained for all electronic machines in all areas in the building. active. Begon. It is also possible to obtain activation information for some electronic devices. "Intra-area Sending Step" is to send the activation information obtained in the batch obtaining step to the electronic equipment installed in the area. 0 Continued pages (when the invention description page is insufficient, please note and use Gu) The steps are 40〆, 200304604 玖, invention description, and description of the invention. In the batch obtaining step, when obtaining activation information of most electronic devices at one time, the step of assigning individual activation information by electronic device type is performed. The "activation step" is a step of activating the function of an electronic device based on the activation information sent by the step in the area. For example, the test 5 considers the type of the electronic device of the implementation mode 15 using the electronic device with the activation function. In this type, the activation step corresponds to activating the function of the function section by the control section of the electronic machine or designating the function to be activated. Therefore, 'if the method of this embodiment is taken as a whole, for example, the activation information is collected and obtained by building units, and it is relayed and allocated to the electronic equipment installed in each area, and the use can be realized. The function of electronic equipment is activated. (Implementation mode 28: Example of method implementation) Fig. 23 is a diagram illustrating an outline when the electronic device utilization method in the implementation mode is implemented. There are telecommunication lines on the left, and a central information relay 15 device is connected. The information relay device is connected to an electronic device installed in each area of the building on the right. (Implementation Mode 28: Configuration of Information Relay Device) FIG. 24 is a block diagram illustrating the function of the information relay device. The information relay device 2400 includes a batch acquisition unit 2401 and a relay unit 2402. In addition, those marked with the symbol 2403 in 2o are telecommunication lines, and in the part attached with the symbol 2404, an electronic device installed in an area to distinguish a building is connected. The "batch acquisition department" 2401 obtains activation resources Λ by building. The "obtaining activation information in units of buildings" means obtaining activation information about an electronic device connected to the information relay device 2400. 0 Continued pages (When the invention description page is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 玖, invention description

Therefore, the batch acquisition department can brick and dry every---- The “relay department” of the department of the steam batching process mentioned above will set up the activation tribute to the industry after the batch acquisition department. Electronic device relay to distinguish areas of a building. The so-called "scarf following" «refers to the activation of the electronic equipment of most electronic devices when the silk is collected." The electronic device with the same material sends activation information. X ′ When the batch acquisition department obtains the activation information of an electronic device, it intends to send its activation information to its electronic device. Therefore, the relay unit can be said to be 10 units for implementing the sending steps in the aforementioned area (implementation mode 28: operation of the information relay device). FIG. 25 is a flowchart illustrating the operation of the information relay device. The information relay device repeatedly executes the processing of the flowchart. Step S2501 is to obtain activation information in the batch acquisition section. In step S2502, the relay unit relays the activation information to electronic devices installed in the area. After step S2502 is performed, the electronic device that has been inputted with the activation information is activated. That is, the aforementioned activation step is performed. (Implementation mode 28: Effect) If the method of this embodiment borrows an information relay device, it can be distributed after obtaining activation information about the electronic equipment installed in the area of the building, and the electronic equipment can be activated. Therefore, for example, after the building's lessor obtains the activation information in batches, the electronic equipment allocated to each area can be borrowed, and the renter can use the electronic equipment. Therefore, different renters can be saved. 0 Continuation page (if the description page of the invention is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 玖, description of the invention Turn the description page to obtain activation information. (Implementation mode 29) Implementation mode 29 relates to the use of electronic equipment. (Implementation type 29 ·· construction) 5 * The method of implementing the form is a method of using an electronic device installed in an area that distinguishes buildings and has an activated function, and includes an input: a step, and a concentration step. (Implementation Mode 29: Definition and Explanation) The so-called "distinguishment of buildings" is synonymous with the implementation mode 28) »" The electronic device with activation function "is also the same as the implementation mode 28 It is almost synonymous, but is different from the implementation mode 28, and is not limited to the implementation mode 15, and can also be any of the implementation modes such as the implementation mode to implementation mode 4. The "input step" is a step of inputting activation information about activation function into an electronic device. That is, a step of inputting activation information to the input section of the electronic device is performed. The so-called "centralized step" is a step of transmitting the activated information inputted to a control device installed in a building. That is, the step of inputting the activation information inputted to the electronic device to the control device. "Send" is performed by electronic 20 equipment, but also by other devices. When the electronic device transmits activation information in the centralized step, the electronic device has a transmitting section, and the transmitting section communicates with the control device. Also "in the centralized step" electronic devices and other devices are activated 0 Continued pages (when the invention description page is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 200304604 Mei, invention description invention description, continuation page sending 'Electronic devices can communicate with their devices, and activation information entered into the electronic devices is also sent to their devices. The electronic device and its device can be one-to-one, or one device can be set for one area, and can communicate with most electronic devices installed in the same area. 5 (Performance mode 29: Addition of use history notification step) In addition, in this embodiment, the use history notification step may be included. The so-called "use history notification step" is to notify the control device of information regarding the history of use of the function of the electronic equipment. That is, if this type is implementation mode 19 or implementation mode 20, the electronic machine generates a resume that has been activated by the machine. And the generated resume is transmitted to the control device installed in the building. (Implementation mode 29: An example of a device for implementing the method) An example of a device for implementing the method described above is obtained by an electronic device about activation information and use history information, and it is intended to be installed in a building. A device sent by a control device. This device is, for example, a machine management device composed of an activation information acquisition unit, a use history acquisition unit, and a transmission unit. (Implementation type 29: Definition and description of each unit of the machine management device) The "activation information acquisition unit" is used for In order to obtain the activation information entered into the electronic device. "Usage history acquisition department" is used to obtain a history of the use of electronic equipment. "Sending section" is used to send activation information obtained in the activation information acquisition section, and related usage history obtained in the usage history acquisition section. 0 Continued pages (Continued) 44, 200304604 玖, description of the invention Description of the invention continued on the page Λ. The developed ministry can send activation information and information about usage history Λ and send them separately. For example, when the activation information is received by an electronic device, the activation information is sent, and when the information about the use history is obtained, the information may also be transmitted. 5 (Implementation Mode 29: Effect) According to this implementation mode, the activation information inputted to the electronic equipment can be collected in the control device installed in the building. It also focuses on the usage history of the electronic device b. In this way, it is possible to know which activation information is input by which electronic device in which region, and it is easy to manage the activation information. 10 (Implementation Mode 30) Implementation mode 30 relates to the use of a management server. This use management server is, for example, a person who is installed in a building made up of a large number of areas, such as a building, and transmits activation information using electronic devices that have been previously located in each area. Fig. 26 is a block diagram illustrating the function of using a management server in this embodiment. (Implementation Mode 30: Configuration) The use management server 2600 has an activation information holding unit 2601 and a sending unit 2602. (Implementation mode 30: Definition and explanation) 20 "Activation information holding unit" 2601 is associated with the electronic device of implementation mode 15 to maintain activation information. That is, it is kept so that it becomes clear why activation information about which electronic device is available. This is achieved, for example, by storing the activation information in a file with the name of the identification symbol of the electronic device. "Sending section" 2602 is for the electronic device to send 0 activation pages for activation information. (If the description page is insufficient, please note and use the continued page.) 200304604 Retained activation information. (Implementation mode 30: Operation using management server) The operation using the management server is, for example, the following. That is, the activation information holding unit 2601 performs an operation associated with the electronic device 5 to retain the activation information. The sending unit 2602 periodically scans the activation information held in the activation information holding unit 2601, and if there is activation information newly added or changed by the previous scan%, the activation information is sent to the relevant electrons. The machine sends. (Performance type 30: Other types of the sending department) 10 Furthermore, other types of the sending department may also send activation information as a condition of obtaining two equivalents of equivalent remuneration. The so-called “information on payment of equivalent remuneration” is information showing that payment has been made for activation information, or that the payment has been made with certainty (for example, payment by credit card). Therefore, the sending department can also manage the table used to store whether or not the information about 15 payments has been obtained according to each electronic device. Furthermore, 'information about payment of equivalent remuneration can be sent to the use of official feeding equipment through telecommunication lines, or it can be stored in terminal devices such as palm-type terminals' and the staff who hold their terminal devices go to the management server. Set-up location ', then connect the terminal device to the management server and send it. 20 (Implementation Mode 30: Effect) If a use management feeder of this embodiment is installed in a building composed of a large number of areas, the work of distributing activation information to electronic equipment installed in each area can be easily performed. 0 Continued pages (invention is not enough to touch, prove and make the title page) 200304604 玖, description of the invention, description of the invention, the effect of the continuation of the invention is as described above. Electronic devices with the same functions can reduce production costs. For users of electronic devices, the functions used by themselves can be activated and used. In addition, management of information on activation of functions of electronic equipment installed in buildings having a large number of areas, such as buildings, can be easily performed. Brief Description of L Schema 3 FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing the present invention. 10 Figure 2 is a block diagram showing the function of the electronic device in implementation mode 1. FIG. 3 is a functional block diagram of a computer that implements the electronic device of the first embodiment. Fig. 4 is a flowchart showing the operation of the electronic device of the first embodiment. 15 Figure 5 shows an example of activation information. Fig. 6 is a flowchart showing a process for activating the function. FIG. 7 is a functional block diagram showing an electronic device in implementation mode 2. Figure 8 is a functional block diagram of a computer that implements the electronic device of implementation type 2. 20 Figure 9 shows an example of the relationship between the function and the function department. Fig. 10 is a functional block diagram showing an electronic device in implementation mode 3. Brother 11 is a block diagram showing the function of the electronic device of the Guan Shi type 4. Fig. 12 is a flowchart showing the operation of the electronic device of the fourth embodiment. 0 Continued pages (Please note and use continuation pages when the description page of the invention is insufficient.) 200304604 玖, description of the invention Continued page of the description of the invention Figure 13 is a block diagram showing the function of the electronic device in the fifth embodiment. Figure 14 shows the functional block diagram of the electronic device in the implementation mode 13; Figure 15 shows the functional block diagram of the electronic device in the implementation mode 19; Figure 16 shows the electronic device in the implementation mode 20; Functional block diagram. Figure 17 shows a functional block diagram of the machine management device of implementation type 29. 10 Figure I8 is a block diagram showing the function of an electronic device in implementation mode 21 〇 Figure 19 is a block diagram showing the function of an electronic device with an input frequency control mechanism. FIG. 20 is a conceptual diagram showing a control device of the implementation mode 26. 15 Figure 21 is a block diagram showing the function of the control device of the implementation type 26. Figure 22 is a flow chart showing the operation of the control device of the implementation type 26. Fig. 23 is a conceptual diagram showing the information relay device of the implementation type 28. Fig. 24 is a block diagram showing the functional area of the information relay device of the implementation type 28. Fig. 25 is a flowchart showing the operation of the information relay device of the implementation mode 28. 0 Continued pages (Please note and use the continuation page when the invention description page is not enough.) 200304604 Continuation page of the invention description 发明 Description of the invention Figure 26 is a block diagram showing the function of the management server. Figure 27 shows an example of activation information. Fig. 28 shows an example of the relationship between the function and the function section. [Representative symbols for main components of the formula] 5 200, 700, 1001, 1100, 1300, 1400, 1500, 1600, 1800, 1900, 2002 ... Electronic equipment

201, 304, 305, 701, 805, 806, 1005, 1802 ... Function section 202, 703, 1003, 1101, 1302, 1402, 1504, 1603, 1804, 1901 ... Input section 203, 704, 1004, 1503, 1602, 1803 ... 204,705, 1006, 1103, 1303, 1403, 1505, 1604, 1805, 1903 ... Activation information 10 301,801 ... CPU 302.802 .. .1 / O IF 303,803 ... Memory 702,804 ... Function selection section 1002 ... Function storage Unit 15 1102 ... Memory unit 1301 ... Display unit 1401 ... Warning unit 1501 ... External media memory unit 1502 ... External memory medium 20 1601 ... History storage unit 1700 ... Machine management device 1701 ... Activation information acquisition unit 1702 … Using the history acquisition unit 1703 ^ 2102, 2602 ... The sending unit 0 continuation page (if the invention description page is insufficient, please note and use the continuation page) 49 200304604 发明, invention description 1704 ... the part marked with the number 1704 1705.2403 .. .Telecommunication line 1801… Signal control unit

1902 ... Input frequency limiting mechanism 2001, 2100 ... Control device 2101 ... Activation information memory 2102, 2602 ... Sending unit 2400 ... Information relay device 2401 ... Batch acquisition unit 2402 ... Relay unit 2404 ... Portion 2600 marked with 2404 ... Using management server 2601 ... Activation information holding unit

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200304604 Scope of patent application and application 1. An electronic machine includes: more than one functional unit, which has activated functions; an input unit, which is used to input activated information about activated functions ; And 5 A control unit is a person who activates the function of the aforementioned function unit based on the activation information inputted in the aforementioned input unit. 2 · — An electronic device including: more than one function part, which is capable of being activated; a function selection part, which is used to select those who should be activated by the aforementioned function part; an input part, which is An activation information person for inputting information on activation functions; and a control section, which designates the function selection section to be activated according to the activation information input in the aforementioned input section. 15 3 · — An electronic device including: a functional storage unit for storing one or more functional units with activated functions; an input unit for inputting information about activated functions Those who activate the information; and 20 A control unit is a person who activates the functions of the function unit through the function storage unit based on the activation information input in the input unit. 4 · If the electronic device in the scope of the patent application, the aforementioned input section has a memory mechanism for recalling the activation information entered by the industry, and can be continued on 0 pages (the supplementary patent page is insufficient, please note And make the title page) 51 200304604 Pick up, apply for patent scope, apply for patent scope, sell the aforementioned activation information with the activated information entered by the industry. 5. For the electronic device according to the second item of the patent application, wherein the aforementioned input section has a memory mechanism for memorizing the activated information input by the industry, and the aforementioned activated information can be replaced with the activated information entered by the industry. 56. If the electronic device of item 3 of the patent application is claimed, the aforementioned input section has a memory mechanism for memorizing the activated information entered by the industry, and the aforementioned activated information can be replaced with the activated information entered by the industry. 7. The electronic device according to item 1 of the scope of patent application has a display section for displaying the aforementioned activation information. 10 8 · The electronic device according to item 2 of the scope of patent application has a display section for displaying the aforementioned activation information. 9. The electronic device according to item 3 of the patent application scope has a display section for displaying the aforementioned activation information. 10. If the electronic device of any one of items 1 to 9 of the scope of patent application, the aforementioned activation information in 15 is electronic information issued on the condition that a predetermined equivalent remuneration is paid. 11 · An electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the aforementioned activation information is information for activating most functions. 12 · If the electronic device is any one of items 1 to 9 in the scope of patent application, the aforementioned activation information in 20 is information about the time when the function is activated. 13 · If any of the items 1 to 9 in the scope of patent application An electronic device in which the aforementioned activation information is information on the period of activation of the function. 0 Continued page (If the patent application page is insufficient, please note and use the continued page) 52 200304604 ί〇- ΐΙΙβίΜΐΚΙ Application Scope of patents, continuation page 14. If the electronic device is any one of the items 1 to 9 of the scope of patent application, the aforementioned activation information is information on the area where the function is activated. The electronic device according to any one of 9 items, wherein the activation information in 5 is information for changing or updating the activation information that has been input to the input section. 16. The electronic device according to any one of items 1 to 9 of the scope of patent application, wherein the aforementioned activation information is information on the degree of activation of the function. An electronic device in which the aforementioned activation information is related to the period of activation of the function and has a warning section that can issue a warning of the expiration of the period before a certain period of time of the foregoing period expires. 18. The electronic device according to any one of items 1 to 9 of the scope of application for a patent, wherein the activation information in 15 is input to the input section through a semiconductor memory medium. · 19. An electronic device according to any one of the scope of applications for patent applications 丨 to 9, wherein the activation information is input to the aforementioned input section via a telecommunication line. An electronic device according to one item, wherein said activation information is input to said input unit via a nearby wireless link. 21 · If the application is called an electronic device of any one of the scope of patents 丨 to 9, the aforementioned input section has an input 0 page for manually inputting activation information. , Please note and use 顚) 53 〆, 200304604 to pick up, apply for patent scope, apply for patent scope 糸 Jia page operating mechanism. 22. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the activation information is input to the aforementioned input unit using infrared communication. 5 23 · If the electronic device of any of claims 1 to 9 of the scope of patent application has an external media memory section, the external media memory section stores information about the resume of the activated function used in the external memory The media. 24. For example, the electronic device of any of the items in the scope of Shenqiao Patent No. 丨 9 has a resume storage section, which is used to store information about the resumes of activated functions. 25. The electronic device according to any one of the scope of application for patent ^ i 9 has a k-number control unit, and the signal control unit controls the input signal to the aforementioned function unit or / and Those who have the aforementioned functions can output signals. 26. For the electronic device according to item 18 of the scope of patent application, in which the aforementioned semiconductor Lu Jiyi media is only readable. 27. For example, please refer to the electronic device of item 18 of the patent scope, in which the aforementioned input section has an input-number limiting mechanism, and the number-of-input limiting mechanism passes through the aforementioned semiconductor memory medium and maintains the number of times of activation information input. The upper limit. 28. For example, the electronic device in the scope of Shen Qing's patent, in which the aforementioned input department can only read out activation information via the aforementioned telecommunication line. 29. If you apply for an electronic device under item 19 of the patent scope, in which the input part 0 of the previous page is not enough, please note and make the page) 54 200304604 The scope of patent application for patent scope This page has an input frequency limitation mechanism, which is the one that maintains the upper limit of the number of activation information input via the aforementioned telecommunication line. 30 · —The control device includes: / tongue and biochemical information memory unit, which is used to memorize the aforementioned activated materials and fl, and 'send. Alas, it is the activity memorized by the aforementioned activation information memory || 3L types of electronic machines are utilization methods, and are utilization methods of electric 10-machines with activated functions, including: an acquisition step, which acquires activation information for information about functions to be activated; and an activity The activation step is to activate the function based on the activation information obtained in the foregoing obtaining step. 15 32. A method for using electronic equipment, which is installed in the area 1 that distinguishes buildings. The method for using electronic equipment with activated functions includes: a batch of acquisition steps, which are obtained through telecommunication lines The activation information of the activation function information of the electronic machine in the aforementioned area; the sending step in one zone is to send the activation information obtained in the aforementioned batch obtaining step to the electronic machine set in the aforementioned zone; and An activation step is based on sending the continuation page of step E in the above area (if the patent application is not enough, please note and make the title page) 200304604 Information that activates the function of electronic equipment. An electronic device using method is a method of using an electronic device provided in a region that distinguishes a building and has an activated function, including: 5 an input step, inputting activation information about the activated function into the aforementioned electronic device A robot; and a centralized step of sending the previously-activated information entered into the control device of the aforementioned building. φ 34. If the method for using an electronic device in item 33 of the scope of patent application includes a step of notifying the use history, it will notify the control device of information about the history of the function of the electronic device. 35 · —The use management server includes: an activation information holding unit, which is associated with an electronic device under the scope of patent application 19 to maintain activation information; 15 a sending unit, which sends the The activation information holding unit is associated with and holds the activation information. Xin 36. The application management server such as claim 35 of the patent scope, in which the aforementioned hair delivery is the one who sends the aforementioned activation information on the condition of obtaining the information about paying equivalent remuneration. 20 37 · A machine management device is used to manage the activation information of the electronic equipment set in the 19th area of the patent application filed in the area that distinguishes buildings, including: An activation information acquisition department, which is used to obtain business experience Those who enter the activation information of the aforementioned electronic equipment, 0 continuation page (when the patent scope page is not enough, please note and use the continuation hundred) 56 200304604 Information on the use history of the machine's function history; and the sending section 'is used to send the activation information obtained in the aforementioned activation information acquisition section and the information regarding the use history acquired in the aforementioned utilization history acquisition section. 38. At the end of the application scope of the patent application, one of the aforementioned information relay devices has been used to relay the activation information to the electronic device of the patent application scope item 19 located in the area that distinguishes buildings, including: φ 10 A batch acquisition department is the one who obtains the aforementioned activation information in units of the aforementioned buildings; a relay department is the activation information obtained in the aforementioned batch acquisition department, which is set to the area where the aforementioned buildings are distinguished Electronic machine repeater. 57