Driver interface system for vehicle control parameters and easy

Electrical transmission or interconnection systems – Vehicle mounted systems – Automobile

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307 91, 307 107, 307 108, 340461, 34082534, 34082569, 34082572, 701 36, 701 45, 701 49, 200 6154, 200 6157, B60R 100

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058083740

ABSTRACT:
An improved driver interface system provides prompts to an operator to adjust several vehicle parameters. In this way, the operator is assured to adjust the necessary components upon start up of the vehicle. This is particularly important when the driver is unfamiliar with the car, as with a rental car. In one embodiment, the driver may be provided with a transmitter that stores desired settings for at least some parameters. The transmitter can then transmit the operator's desired parameters to a control, and the vehicle components can then begin to be moved to the desired positions as the operator approaches the vehicle. In other aspects of this invention, improved switches are disclosed. A rotary switch rotates on a steering wheel rim. This switch is easily accessible to an operator, and does not require the operator to divert attention from the road. A second type switch includes an element which is sensitive to touch by the operator. In this way, the operator can easily set a desired level by simply touching the switch. This type switch has particular benefits in cruise control systems, or in systems for positioning vehicle components such as windows.

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