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1. 0408 CLUB HOUSE Touch HANDICAP to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off US 2003 0149496 Al 0409 HANDICAP The device now displays a list of rounds played listed chronologically by date for the selected player and the computed handicap based on the rounds selected 0410 To select a player Scroll through the player list to select the desired player Note The primary user is the default player 0411 To select rounds Use the SELECT ALL DE SELECT ALL and individual selection buttons to select applicable rounds The selected rounds are added to a handicap computation list which may be displayed on the right side of the display 0412 Once all rounds are selected simply touch the COMPUTE button to compute the handicap which is cal culated using the USGA handicap formula Note The handi cap automatically displayed for a player at the start of a new round is the handicap calculated based on ALL rounds 0413 Touch the BACK button to return to the CLUB HOUSE Statistics 0414 Functional Description The STATISTICS selec tion indicates the golfer wishes to manage his her statistics Statistics fall into two categories General Statistics and Performance Statistics The golfer may select all rounds for a particular player or may select any combination of rounds For example the golfer may wish to compute statistics for all rounds for a specific course for tournament rounds etc The general sequence
2. 1 For all holes played Two Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 2 For all holes played Three Putts Plus Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX gt 3 1W Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W 1W Fairway in Reg Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX C Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX C W Fairway Right Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX R Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX R W Fairway Left Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX L Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX L 3W Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W 3W Fairway in Reg Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX C Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX C 3W Fairway Right Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX R Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX R 3W Fairway Left Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX
3. 3W and RFHOLEX L Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX L 5W Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 5W Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 5W 3 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3 4 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 4 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 4 5 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 5 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 5 6 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 6 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 6 7 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 7 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 7 fo Le Oo Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 20 TABLE 1 continued General Statistics and Handicap Report Database Description General Statistics 8 Avg Distance 9 Avg Distance Formula Method of Calculation 8 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 8 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 8 9 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 9 Number of shots where RSNH
4. For all holes played Number Double Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 Number of holes played 100 For all holes played Percent Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 Number of holes ayed 100 or all holes played Percent Pars Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole Number of holes played 100 For all holes played Percent Birdies Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 Number of holes p F w p where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 For all holes played Number Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 For all holes played Number Pars Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole For all holes played Number Birdies Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 For all holes played Number Eagles Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 For all holes played Number Penalty Strokes Sum RPSHOLEX For all non Par 3 holes played Avg Distance Sum Distance of each holes tee shot RSIHOLEX 3 5 Total Number of non Par 3 played For all non Par 3 holes played Avg 1W Sum Distance of each 1W tee shot RSIHOLEX Total Number of 1W tee shots for all non Par 3 holes played For all non Par 3 holes played Avg 3W Sum Distance of each 3W tee shot RSIHOLEX Total Number o
5. 001 999 Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 Al Data Name CTSPHY10 CTSPHY11 CTSPHY12 CTSPHY13 CTSPHY14 CTSPHY15 CTSPHY16 CTSPHY17 CTSPHY18 CT6PHY CT6PHY2 CT6PHY3 CT6PHY4 CT6PHYS CT6PHY6 CT6PHY7 CT6PHY8 CT6PHY9 CT6PHY10 CT6PHY rar CT6PHY12 CT6PHY13 CT6PHY14 CT6PHY15 CT6PHY16 CT6PHY17 CT6PHY18 CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG CGPSG RNC1 RNC2 RNC3 RNC4 RNCS RNC6 RNC17 Data Type NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM 27 TABLE 4 continued Golf Courses Database Description Length Description 6 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 H
6. Sum Distance of each tee shot RSIHOLEX 3 5 Total Number of non Par 3 holes played For all non Par 3 holes played Avg 1W Sum Distance of each 1W tee shot RSIHOLEX Total Number of 1W tee shots for all non Par 3 holes played Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 18 TABLE 1 continued General Statistics and Handicap Report Database Description General Statistics Avg 3W Longest Distance Avg Fairways in Reg Avg Fairways Right Avg Fairways Left Percent Fairways in Reg Percent Fairways 1W Percent Fairways 3W Percent Fairways Left Percent Fairways Right Fairways in Reg Fairways Left Fairways Right Approach Game Stats Avg Saves Avg Sand Saves Avg Up Downs Avg Chip ins Avg Greens in Reg Percent Saves Percent Sand Saves Percent Up Downs Percent Chip ins Percent Greens in Reg Saves Sand Saves Up Downs Chip ins Greens in Reg Putting Stats Avg Putts Avg Putts per Round Avg Putts Greens in Reg Formula Method of Calculation For a 3W te all non Par 3 non For a each For a where round For a where round For a where round For a For a of ho For a of ho For a For a For a C For a R For a LY For a For a round For a ee shot ee shot S S S ho ho es p ho es p ho no no no no IS e sho com com com comp RMHOLEX comp
7. YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 9
8. hole and historical data of the golfer s score on a past golf hole putts on past golf hole the directional characteristic of drives on a past golf hole and the distance of drives on a past golf hole means analyzing said database content and producing a tip for play on the present hole 18 The personal electronic assistant of claim 17 further comprising an audio speaker and means audibly conveying said tip through the audio speaker
9. up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 Matrix 1s digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 Matrix up and Matrix up and Matrix Ist e 2 e 2 e 2 up and digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd lown 4th digit chip in default 0 digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd lown 4th digit chip in default 0 digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd lown 4th digit chip in default 0 Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 TABLE 5 continued Rounds Database Description 34 Aug 7 2003 digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd st digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd t digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd Data Data Name Type Length Description RMHOLE12 NUM 4 Hole Matrix 1s digit up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 RMHOLE13 NUM 4 Hole Matrix 1s digit up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 RMHOLE14 NUM 4 Hole Matrix digit up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 RMHOLE15 NUM 4 Hole Matrix 1s digit up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 RMHOLE16 NUM 4 Hole Matrix 1s digit up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 RMHOLE17 NUM 4 Hole Matrix 1s digit up and down 4th d
10. 0139 The larger display allows for more information to be seen even in outdoor environments Information is input using the tip of the finger so a stylus is not necessary It s easier to use than keeping a manual scorecard Thus speed of play is improved on the course 0140 The device is built with the golfer in mind It will speed up play rather than slow down or distract the golfer while simultaneously scoring the round calculating the players handicap and collecting statistics that can be ana lyzed for a personalized training program 0141 The onboard GPS capability enables the golfer to take the device to any course in the world and begin using it immediately There is no dependency on the golf course to provide any resources The device is totally personalized and self contained and can be used anywhere in the world with equally reliable results The touch screen may display a gage for GPS signal strength and a GPS icon box indication An audible alarm or indicator on the base unit may alert to golfer to capture and loss of GPS signal Both the GPS device and the audible alarm may be enabled and disabled by the golfer 0142 The base unit has audio recording and playback capability giving the golfer immediate access to personal ized on the course tips Tips may be offered by a prere corded golf professional Golf tips may be user selected Other audio comments may be related to GPS position 0143 Immediate acces
11. 0390 SCORECARD This display shows all rounds stored in the database listed chronologically by date and course name The golfer may select a round to prepare and print a scorecard Note The information on the scorecard comes from the database for that specific round Aug 7 2003 0391 Select the round by touching the date or course name 0392 Touch VIEW to view the scorecard on the screen 0393 Touch PRINT to print the scorecard 0394 A sample scorecard print is shown in the Reports section 0395 STATISTICS REPORT This display allows the golfer to view or print a current statistics report for a specific golfer The golfer is allowed to select which rounds he she wishes to be included in the calculation of his her statistical report 0396 Select the name of the golfer by scrolling through the available list and touching the applicable golfer Note The primary user should always be the default selection 0397 Select the rounds to be included in the report by touching the indicator column to the left of the rounds Note The golfer may deselect all or select all rounds or may select a single round as applicable The statistical information is calculated based only on the information from the selected rounds 0398 Touch VIEW to view the report on the screen 0399 Touch PRINT to print the report 0400 A sample Statistical Report along with formulas is included in the Report section 0401 GAME ANALYSIS T
12. 1 A portable computerized personal electronic assistant for aiding a participant engaged in a preselected competitive event employing variably selectable event equipment including at least a tangible projectile and conducted in a defined event area comprising a database storing historical data about marker positions in the defined event area about a participant involved in the event about variably selectable event equipment and about prior results achieved with selected items of event equipment and storing event conduct tips selected from the group consisting of event equipment selection tips tactics tips or combinations thereof a global positioning system device providing real time positional data to the database graphic display means for displaying a graphical repre sentation of the defined event area in response to said historical and real time data in said database said display including distancing information between a participant and said marker positions statistics collection means for collecting and recording in the database statistics relating to a participant s selec tion and use of variably selectable event equipment analysis means for providing real time event conduct tips derived from recorded statistics in the database and real time positional data 2 The personal electronic assistant of claim 1 further comprising a core module carrying a display screen with a touch screen graphical user interface e
13. GPSGRNL2 GPSGRNL3 GPSGRNL4 GPSGRNLS GPSGRNL6 GPSGRNL7 GPSGRNL8 amp GPSGRNLIY GPSGRNL GPSGRNL GPSGRNL GPSGRNL GPSGRNL GPSGRNL GPSGRNL1 GPSGRNL GPSGRNL GPSGRNR1 GPSGRNR2 GPSGRNR3 GPSGRNR4 GPSGRNRS5 GPSGRNR6 GPSGRNR7 GPSGRNR8 GPSGRNR9Y GPSGRNR10 GPSGRNR11 GPSGRNR12 GPSGRNR13 GPSGRNR14 GPSGRNR15 GPSGRNR16 GPSGRNR17 GPSGRNR18 GPSGRNB1 GPSGRNB2 GPSGRNB3 GPSGRNB4 GPSGRNB5 GPSGRNB6 GPSGRNB7 GPSGRNB8 GPSGRNB9 GPSGRNB GPSGRNB GPSGRNB GPSGRNB GPSGRNB GPSGRNB GPSGRNB GPSGRNB GPSGRNB GPSMRK1 GPSMRK2 GPSMRK3 GPSMRK4 GPSMRKS GPSMRK6 GPSMRK7 GPSMRK8 GPSMRK9 GPSMRK101 ArANAMAWNH O Q0 ZI SS 9h ES UNEO Data Type GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS GPS TABLE 28 4 continued Golf Courses Database Description Length Description GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord inates for center of the green for hole 18 inates for left edge of the green for hole 1 inates for left edge of the green for hole 2 inates for left edge of the green for hole 3 inates for left edge of the green for hole 4 inates for left edge of the gr
14. PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX L Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX L 3W Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W 3W Fairway in Reg Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX C Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX C 3W Fairway Right Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX R Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX R 3W Fairway Left Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX L Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3W and RFHOLEX L 5W Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 5W Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 5W 3 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 3 4 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 4 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX lt 1 2 points to PCLUBX 4 5 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 5 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 5 6 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 6 Numbe
15. SCORECARD This display shows the scorecard for the selected course and round 0379 Touch the 10 18 or 1 9 buttons to view the score card 0380 Touch PLAY to begin playing where the round left off Note From this point on functionality continues as if the player were playing a new round Reports 0381 Functional Description The REPORTS selection indicates the golfer wishes to prepare view and or print a report The general sequence of events is 0382 1 Select a report from a list of available reports 0383 2 Select a player for which to prepare the report 0384 The following specification describes the function ality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through the process 0385 INTRO DISPLAY Press START to begin 0386 CLUB HOUSE Touch REPORTS to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off 0387 REPORTS The device now displays a list of available reports listed alphabetically by report name The golfer selects a report by touching the appropriate report or may go back to the previous display 0388 To select a report Touch the desired report and then touch the OK button Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the reports if necessary Once the OK button is touched the report preparation sequence begins Note The golfer may be asked for additional information depending on the report 0389 Touch the BACK button to return to the CLUB HOUSE
16. a pre recorded tip such as through the audio speaker when a potential problem situation arises during play The audio speaker can alert the player more effectively than can a passive message on the display screen which the player could overlook The value of a real time tip is that the player is informed of a possible problem and solution before he takes his shot The corrective tip can be employed imme diately while the opportunity is present in real time to improve the game TABLE 1 General Statistics and Handicap Report Database Description General Statistics Low 18 High 18 Low 9 High 9 Avg 18 Avg 9 Formula Method of Calculation Note For 9 hole statistics a completed 9 holes means the player completes holes 1 9 or 10 18 This means a player could complete 9 holes by playing only 9 holes of an 18 hole course leaving an incomplete 18 hole round or the player could play a full 18 holes which would give him two 2 completed 9 holes For example if a player plays holes 3 11 this does not count as a completed 9 holes For all completed rounds 18 holes the round with the lowest total score RPSCOREG ed rounds 18 holes p the round with the highest total score For all completed 9 holes played for t total score RPSCOREG For all completed 9 holes played total score RPSCOREG For all completed rounds 18 holes played for this player Avg 18 Sum of all scores RPSCOREG Number of Completed Rounds played fo
17. as a personal tool for a golfer It provides a global positioning system GPS for distance technology to signifi cantly enhance the golfer s game The device contains a wide range of graphical scoring and statistical collection features making it a versatile tool for every level of golfer from the novice to the professional 0004 2 Description of Related Art Including Informa tion Disclosed under 37 CFR 1 97 and 1 98 0005 Public interest in sports such as golf and baseball are growing Participants seek to improve their skills but often do not have suitable help to assist their efforts Golf baseball and softball stand out as sports that are heavily dependent on statistics analysis of the statistics and report ing of statistics to both play and improve game performance There is a growing need for a portable electronic informa tion collection and presentation device with initial focus on sports such as golf baseball and softball 0006 Several known devices or software programs can serve as an electronic assistant to a golfer One of these is Intelligolf a non GPS capable software package Intelligolf requires the associated ownership of a PDA device The software is helpful in keeping track of scoring and statistics and the cost is low if a PDA device is already owned However using a PDA device on a golf course is labor intensive and the PDA has no GPS function 0007 Another is SkyGolfgps a GPS capable product t
18. by a suitable tripod mount adapter Thus the device can be attached to a golf cart pull cart golf bag or other desired mounting base The bottom face also carries a latch 58 for locking the battery pack 14 in place Finally a covered compartment 60 may protect additional components and connection ports These may include a connector for recharging the battery pack or for using the device on grid power The protected compartment also may contain one or more slots suited for receiving a compact flash memory card or hard drive A compact flash subsystem may consist of a compact flash card a compact flash connector and ejector compact flash firmware and suitable compact flash electrical design and layout 0112 In greater detail a golfing electronic assistant device 10 is a personalized scoring statistics collecting and distancing system designed and engineered to significantly enhance the golfing experience dramatically improve the golfer s game and facilitate improved course operations Designed as a personal tool for the golfer the golfing device combines the tradition of the game with state of the art GPS Global Positioning System distance technology to signifi cantly enhance the golfer s game The device contains a full spectrum of graphical scoring and statistical collection features making it a versatile tool for every level of golfer from the novice to the professional The golfer decides what capabilities to use The
19. center of the marker This must be dynamic as the user may identify one marker on one hole three on another none on another six on another etc In addition courses stored on our web site may have up to 10 markers as well and must be downloadable to the field unit Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 Al 0452 Data Name RPNUMB RCNUMB RCDATE RPSCOREG RPSCOREN RTHOLE1 RTHOLE2 RTHOLE3 RTHOLE4 RTHOLES RTHOLE6 RTHOLE7 RTHOLE8 RTHOLE9 RTHOLE10 RTHOLE11 RTHOLE12 RTHOLE13 RTHOLE14 RTHOLE15 RTHOLE16 RTHOLE17 RTHOLE18 RPHOLE1 RPHOLE2 RPHOLE3 RPHOLE4 RPHOLES RPHOLE6 RPHOLE7 RPHOLE8 RPHOLE9 RPHOLE RPHOLE RPHOLE RPHOLE RPHOLE RPHOLE RPHOLE RPHOLE RPHOLE RFHOLE RFHOLE2 RFHOLE3 RFHOLE4 RFHOLES RFHOLE6 RFHOLE7 RFHOLE8 RFHOLE9 RFHOLE10 RFHOLE11 RFHOLE12 RFHOLE13 RFHOLE14 RFHOLE15 RFHOLE16 RFHOLE17 RFHOLE18 RGHOLE1 RGHOLE2 RGHOLE3 RGHOLE4 RGHOLES RGHOLE6 RGHOLE7 RGHOLE8 RGHOLE9 AAAMEAWNH O md 9 gd id id id ld id id id id id ld ld ld N N N N IN IN N N NIN N N NIN NIN NIN NIN N N NIN N NI N N N NI N N N N NN SS 29 TABLE 5 Rounds Database Description Description Unique player number for this round Unique course number for this round Date round is played e g 09032001 Player s total score gross Player s total score net calculated as RPSCOREG minus handicap as of date of the round Total score for this hole Total score for this hole T
20. corresponding to the hole 0337 Touch the OK button to save course yardage par and handicap information Control transfers to the scorecard for this course 0338 SCORECARD This display gives the golfer a scorecard view of the course information entered or edited 0339 Use the 10 18 or the 1 9 buttons to toggle the scorecard 0340 Touch the MORE button to return to the COURSE YARDAGE display to enter more yardage par and handi cap information 0341 Touch the BACK button to return to the YARD AGE PAR HANDICAP display to enter or edit information 0342 Touch the OK button to return to the COURSES display Players 0343 Functional Description The PLAYERS selection indicates the golfer wishes to add a new player or view edit the information for an existing player The general sequence of events is 0344 1 Select a player from the list of players 0345 4 View edit the information for the selected player 0346 5 Add a new player 0347 The following specification describes the function ality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through the process 0348 INTRO DISPLAY Press START to begin 0349 CLUB HOUSE Touch PLAYERS to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off 0350 PLAYERS The device now displays a list of players listed alphabetically by players last name The Aug 7 2003 golfer selects a player by touching the appropri
21. face of the device a series of controls may operate the hardware and software A POWER switch 20 controls on off functions A backlight control 22 is useful for adjusting the viewing properties of the touch screen Various communications ports and jacks may be located in a top compartment 24 For example this compartment may house such known components as a USB port audio in and audio out jacks and an external microphone jack The core module 12 contains audio recording and playback means which are controlled by a RECORD control 26 a STOP control 28 a PLAY control 30 a FORWARD control 32 and a REVERSE control 34 An optional control button 36 provides expansion capability and may be under hardware or software control An internal microphone 38 is present and a RECORD light 40 shows that recording is active The top face also may carry an infrared window 42 allowing infra red data communications with external devices such as a desktop computer 0110 With reference to FIG 1 at least one of the expansion modules 14 is preferred to be a battery pack for powering the core module This module is removable and replaceable with a similar module 14 allowing rapid and convenient replacement of the battery Module 16 can be substituted with another battery pack so that the device can maintain at least one charged battery at all times The module 16 may provide other supplemental functions as well For example it may provide a video camera
22. input special antenna capability another type of detection another type of data gathering another type of communication or it may provide another power source If a functional expansion pack is not required at one of the end positions a protective end cap 16 can be used to keep dirt out of a D C electrical connection plug or socket 44 at the base of each end wall or the core module As shown in FIG 1 each expansion module 14 16 engages the end walls of the core module by US 2003 0149496 A1 mating tongue in groove structures 46 48 which allow a module to slide down the end wall and engage the electrical connection port 44 at the base of the end wall 0111 With reference to FIG 3 the core module contains a GPS device which may be of modular construction so as to be removable and installable into an internal expansion dock A GPS subsystem may consist of an antenna a GPS module communication protocol and suitable firmware The back face of the core module 12 carries a closure door 50 at the internal expansion dock The door may be adapted to receive a GPS antenna shown as the globe design on dock cover 50 linked to the internal GPS device A speaker 52 allows playback of recorded materials or permits the device to generate audible information The bottom face of the core module carries a docking station connector 54 A standard threaded mounting socket 56 allows the device 10 to be attached to any desired fixture for example
23. of events is 0415 1 Select a player for which to compute sta tistics 0416 2 Select the round s for which to compute statistics 0417 The following specification describes the function ality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through the process 0418 0419 CLUB HOUSE Touch HANDICAP to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off INTRO DISPLAY Press START to begin 0420 HANDICAP The device now displays a list of rounds played listed chronologically by date for the selected player and the computed handicap based on the rounds selected 0421 To select a player Scroll through the player list to select the desired player Note The primary user is the default player 0422 To select rounds Use the SELECT ALL DE SELECT ALL and individual selection buttons to select applicable rounds 0423 Once all rounds are selected simply touch the COMPUTE button to compute statistics see attached for mulas for statistics 0424 Touch the BACK button to return to the CLUB HOUSE Aug 7 2003 Upload Download 0425 Functional Description The UPLOAD DOWN LOAD selection indicates the golfer wishes to synchronize his her hand unit with the database on his her desktop or laptop The general sequence of events is 0426 1 Connect the hand unit to the desktop or laptop Appropriate detail may be supplied in a User s Manual 0427 2 Select the data to s
24. on players and teams based on statistics and current game situations the ability to collect scouting information on players and teams including a radar gun interface for instantaneous collection of speed statistics and a digital recording capability to quickly and accurately collect voice notes on players and teams and immediate access via web interfaces to a variety of statistical databases at all levels of play i e professional college high school and youth as well as software purchases upgrades and technical support 0454 More specifically as applied to baseball the elec tronic assistant could collect data to be used for example to recommend to the fielding team the most effective field positions or the best pitcher or type of pitch for a particular opposing batter or particular game situation Similarly it might recommend to the batting team which pinch hitter might be most effective whether a right hand or left hand hitter is preferred or what type of pitch to expect in a particular game situation 0455 The foregoing is considered as illustrative only of the principles of the invention Further since numerous modifications and changes will readily occur to those skilled in the art it is not desired to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described and accordingly all suitable modifications and equivalents may be regarded as falling within the scope of the invention I claim
25. or may go back to the previous display Aug 7 2003 0303 To select a course Touch the desired course and then touch the OK button Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the courses Once the OK button is touched the COURSE INFORMATION for the selected course is dis played 0304 To view scorecard Touch the desired course and then touch the SCORECARD button 0305 To add a new course Touch the NEW button Control transfers to the COURSE INFORMATION display where the golfer enters appropriate course information 0306 Touch the BACK button to return to the CLUB HOUSE 0307 COURSE INFORMATION This display allows the golfer to enter or edit course information 0308 Course Name City State Phone and Pro Touch the appropriate box then using the alpha numeric keys enter or edit the appropriate course information Note Only the Course Name is required 0309 Database Fields Involved 0310 CNAME 0311 CNUMB 0312 CCITY 0313 CSTATE 0314 CPRO 0315 CPHONE 0316 Touch the OK button to save the course informa tion 0317 COURSE TEES This display allows the golfer to enter or edit course tee information 0318 9 or 18 Holes Touch the appropriate button 0319 Database Fields Involved 0320 C90R18 0321 Tee Descriptions Touch the appropriate tee posi tion box then using the alpha numeric keys enter the tee names Note Tees MUST be entered from left to right shortest to longes
26. played 0236 Function Green Used to indicate if player hit the green in regulation i e if the player is putting for birdie one less than par and the ball is physically on the green then the player made the green in regulation 0237 Player touches Green on the display to indicate making the green in regulation The following actions occur 0238 Highlight Green in RED initially then GREEN and leave GREEN 0239 Database Fields Involved 0240 RGHOLE where hole being played 0241 Function Save Sand Save Chip in Up Down Used to indicate if player did not hit the green in regulation but was still able to make par on the hole Save if player saved the hole from a sand bunker shot Sand Save if the player chipped a ball from off the green into the hole Chip in or if the player was off the green and finished the hole in two shots from that position Up Down 0242 Player touches Save Sand Save Chip in or Up Down on the display The following actions occur 0243 Highlight Save Sand Save Chip in or Up Down in RED initially then GREEN and leave GREEN 0244 Database Fields Involved 0245 RMHOLE where hole being played The appropriate digit in RMHOLE is set on as applicable 0246 Function Adjust Putts Penalty or Total Used by the player to manually enter or adjust the number of putts on a hole number of penalty strokes on a hole or the total score on a hole 02
27. primary features of the device 10 are 0113 Graphical Hole and Green Overview Beginning at the first tee box as a golfer approaches each hole the golfing device or system displays a graphical overview of the hole featuring distances to the pin fairway hazards landmarks and an elapsed timer to monitor pace of play As the golfer moves down the fairway the system displays the golfer s position in relation to defined markers on the course The golfer can obtain marker information for a given course from an Internet web site or the device s versatility enables the golfer to dynamically build his her own customized graphical representation of the course in real time 0114 Exact Distancing Using GPS technology the golfing device provides distancing from the golfer s current location to every pre defined marker on the course allowing golfers to view the distance of their drive distance remain ing to the green or distance to the next marker or hazard 0115 Electronic Scoring and Statistics Collection The electronic scoring and statistics collection features of the golfing device require very little interaction from the golfer Aug 7 2003 Most is done automatically at the simple touch of a finger The device can score and collect statistics for up to five players per round The innovative graphics displays the hole number par handicap player designation club selection number of putts number of penalty strokes g
28. s Same for s no no Club and dist PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s no no no no no no no no no Club and dist PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Club and di o o o ho ho ho ho ist abase Description 8 9 10 ance for shot 1 hole 2 First two digits is 2 ONDA 9 10 ance for shot 1 hole 3 First two digits is hot 2 hot 3 t4 5 t6 t7 t8 t9 t10 ance for shot 1 hole 4 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Club and di no no no no ho ho ho ho ho t2 t3 t4 ts t6 t7 t 8 t9 t 10 istance for shot 1 hole 5 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s no no ho ho ho ho ho ho ho t2 t3 t4 ts t6 7 t8 9 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 6 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s no no no no no no no no no t 2 3 4
29. t 5 6 7 8 9 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 7 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s Same for s no no no no no no no no no 2 DADAM A W 9 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 8 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage US 2003 0149496 A1 Data Name RS2HOLE8 RS3HOLE8 RS4HOLE8 RSSHOLE8 RS6HOLE8 RS7HOLE8 RS8HOLE8 RS9HOLES8 RSIOHOLES8 RSIHOLE9 RS2HOLE9 RS3HOLE9 RS4HOLE9 RSSHOLE9 RS6HOLE9 RS7HOLE9 RSSHOLE9 RS9HOLE9 RS10HOLE9 RS1HOLE10 RS2HOLE10 RS3HOLE10 RS4HOLE10 RSSHOLE10 RS6HOLE10 RS7HOLE10 RS8HOLE10 RS9HOLE10 RS10HOLE10 RS1HOLE RS2HOLE RS3HOLE RS4HOLE RSSHOLE RS6HOLE RS7HOLE RS8HOLE RS9HOLE RS10HOLE11 RS1IHOLE N RS2HOLE RS3HOLE RS4HOLE RSSHOLE RS6HOLE RS7HOLE RS8HOLE RS9HOLE RSIOHOLE RSIHOLE WENNNNNNNN RS2HOLE RS3HOLE RS4HOLE RSSHOLE RS6HOLE RS7HOLE RS8HOLE RS9HOLE RSIOHOLE RSIHOLE Fy ASE AER OSD RS2HOLE RS3HOLE RS4HOLE RSSHOLE RS6HOLE BRABRA Data Type NUM NUM NUM Length aAA Qat 92 Q2 nh n 9h nh nh n AMAaAannnn n MAAAaAannnnn AAAA ANNANN ANANN Annan Aug 7 2003 32 TABLE 5 continued Rounds Database Description Description Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho
30. where RMH comp es es es es es es es es non Par 3 holes played Avg 3W Sum Distance of each RS1HOLEX Total Number of 3W tee shots for holes played Par 3 holes played Longest Distance Longest of ee shot RS1HOLEX 3 5 pleted 18 hole rounds Avg Fairways in Reg Sum RFHOLEX C Total Number of completed 18 hole pleted 18 hole rounds Avg Fairways Right Sum RFHOLEX R Total Number of completed 18 hole pleted 18 hole rounds Avg Fairways Left Sum RFHOLEX L Total Number of completed 18 hole played Percent Fairways in Reg Sum where RFHOLEX C Total Number of holes played played Percent Fairways 1W Sum For each 1W RS1HOLEX where RFHOLEX R Total Number ayed played Percent Fairways 3W Sum For each 3W RS1HOLEX where RFHOLEX L Total Number ayed played Percent Fairways Left Sum where RFHOLEX L Total Number of holes played played Percent Fairways Right Sum where RFHOLEX R Total Number of holes played played Fairways in Reg Sum where RFHOLEX played Fairways Left Sum where RFHOLEX played Fairways Right Sum where RFHOLEX eted 18 hole rounds Avg Saves Sum where 1 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds eted 18 hole rounds Avg Sand Saves Sum OLEX 2 1 Number of completed 18 hole eted 18 hole rounds Avg Up Downs Sum wher
31. 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 1
32. 1 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 1 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 2 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 3 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 4 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 5 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 6 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 7 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 8 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 9 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 10 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 11 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 12 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 13 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 14 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 15 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 16 GPS coordinates for center of the green for hole 17 Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 Al Data Name CGPSGRNC18 GPSGRNL1
33. 47 Player touches Putts Penalty or Total on the dis play followed by touching the up down arrow keys to adjust the appropriate counter The following actions occur 0248 Highlight Putts Penalty or Total in RED while adjustment is ongoing 0249 Highlight the touched up down arrow button in RED when touched 0250 Each touch of the up down arrow button adds or subtracts one stroke as appropriate 0251 Database Fields Involved 0252 RPHOLE where hole being played 0253 RPSHOLE where hole being played 0254 RTHOLE where hole being played US 2003 0149496 A1 0255 RSHOLE where hole being played Note Set to PR if RTHOLE par for this hole first digit of CTIPHY set to BR if RTHOLE par 1 for this hole set to EG if RTHOLE par 2 for this hole set to BG if RTHOLE par 1 for this hole set to DB if RTHOLE par 2 for this hole set to TB if RTHOLE gt par 3 for this hole 0256 Function GPS Yardages Used by the player to display graphical representation of hole and yardages from where he she is to various markers on the course 0257 Player touches GPS Yardages on the display and control transfers to the GPS Yardages function 0258 Function Scorecard Used by the player to dis play graphical representation of the scorecard for this round this course completely filled in with current statistics from the database 0259 Player touches Scorec
34. 6 CHAR 2 Player Club16 Default Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 Aug 7 2003 24 TABLE 3 continued TABLE 3 continued Player Database Description Player Database Description Data Data Name Type Length Description Data PDIST1 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club1 2 PDIST2 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club2 Data Name Type Length Description PDIST3 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club3 PDIST4 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club4 2 2 PDISTS NUM 3 pe disthnge for pers Clubs PDIST15 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club15 PDIST6 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club6 PDIST16 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club16 Sees N Ar dis A a veka eae Score Stats Average distance for player s Club17 PDIST9 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club9 PHCP NUM 3 1 Player Handicap See handicap formula PDIST10 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club10 at Tab X PDIST11 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club11 PDIST12 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club12 PDIST13 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club13 PDIST14 NUM 3 Average distance for player s Club14 0451 TABLE 4 Golf Courses Database Description Data Data Name Type Length Description CNAME CHAR 25 Course Name CNUMB NUM 4 Unique number identifying this course CCITY CHAR 25 City where course is located CSTATE CHAR 2 2 letter abbreviation for state where course is located CPRO CHAR 30 Name of club pr
35. 78 Select highlighted player If selected to play select player if selected from PLAYERS then display player information for edit 0079 BACK 0080 Return to previous menu 0081 CONTINUE 0082 Display all rounds less than 18 holes show Course Name and Date 0083 Allow player to select round to continue 0084 HANDICAP 0085 For each player show list of all rounds con tained in the system 0086 Allow user to select all rounds to be included in calculation of handicap or select specific rounds to be included see functional concept screens 0087 STATISTICS 0088 For each player show list of all rounds con tained in the system Aug 7 2003 0089 Allow user to select all rounds to be included in calculation of statistics or select specific rounds to be included see functional concept screens 0090 Display General Statistics and Performance Statistics see functional concept screens 0091 REPORTS 0092 0093 0094 0095 0096 UPLOAD DOWNLOAD Statistical Report by player Scorecard for specific round Training Program by player Playing Tips by selected topic 0097 Provide screens to step user through synching hand device with PC database to allow for software upgrades course descriptions etc 0098 The accompanying drawings which are incorpo rated in and form a part of the specification illustrate preferred embodiments of the present invention and together with the des
36. 8 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY
37. 99 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage fo
38. CHAR 2 RSHOLE14 CHAR 2 RSHOLE15 CHAR 2 RSHOLE16 CHAR 2 RSHOLE17 CHAR 2 RSHOLE18 CHAR 2 RPSHOLE1 NUM 2 RPSHOLE2 NUM 2 RPSHOLE3 NUM 2 RPSHOLE4 NUM 2 RPSHOLES NUM 2 RPSHOLE6 NUM 2 RPSHOLE7 NUM 2 RFSHOLE8 NUM 2 RPSHOLE9 NUM 2 RPSHOLE10 NUM 2 RPSHOLE11 NUM 2 RPSHOLE12 NUM 2 RPSHOLE13 NUM 2 RPSHOLE14 NUM 2 RPSHOLE15 NUM 2 RPSHOLE16 NUM 2 RPSHOLE17 NUM 2 RPSHOLE18 NUM 2 RS1HOLE NUM 5 RS2HOLE NUM 5 RS3HOLE NUM 5 RS4HOLE NUM 5 RSSHOLE NUM 5 RS6HOLE NUM 5 RS7HOLE NUM 5 30 TABLE 5 continued Rounds Database Description Description If hit If hit If hit If hit If hit If hit If hit If hit If hit R R R R momo rg 9 we We o cil ho i HO O ee eee 5 5 5 i j 8 5 tS Ae me Aan de Ng No de Ap qa N lt PR PR PR PR Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Num Club o GQ oO lt Ri lt lt Ss lt lt lt g te GQ e lt green in regulation then Y else N green in regulation then Y else N green in regulation then Y else N green in regulation then Y else N green in regulation then Y else N green in regulation then Y else N green in regulation then Y else N green in regulation then Y else N green in regulation then Y else N par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double ogey TB triple bogey par BR birdie
39. EG eagle BG bogey DB double ogey TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double ogey TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double bogey TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double bogey TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double bogey TB triple bogey par BR birdie EG eagle BG bogey DB double bogey TB triple bogey ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty str
40. ERS 0045 If new player go to NEW PLAYER 0046 Select tees for each player SELECT PLAY ER S TEES 0047 Display scorecard the when finished select PLAY 0048 HOLE 1 HOLE 2 HOLE 3 etc 0049 Display scorecard when finished with HOLE 18 or select DONE to quit round 0050 COURSES 0051 NEW COURSE 0052 Record new course information 0053 NEW COURSE 1 General Information 0054 NEW COURSE 2 Tee names 0055 NEW COURSE 3 Tee ratings slopes 0056 YARDAGE OPTIONS US 2003 0149496 A1 0057 Record GPS markers during play 0058 Enter hole yardage during play 0059 Enter hole yardage before play 0060 NEW COURSE YARDAGE 0061 NEW COURSE YARDAGE FOR TEES 0062 PAR FOR THIS COURSE 0063 SCORECARD 0064 Display scorecard for highlighted course 0065 OK elect highlighted course selected to 0066 Sel highlighted If selected play then select if selected from 0067 COURSES then display course informa tion and allow for edit 0068 BACK 0069 Return to previous menu 0070 PLAYERS 0071 NEW PLAYER 0072 Enter player first name 0073 Enter player last name 0074 Enter player handicap if known else system will compute once enough rounds have been played 0075 PLAYER S CLUBS 0076 Display the following list of clubs 1 W 2W 3 W 4W 5W 7W 9W 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PW UW SW LW P The clubs in red should be highlighted to indicate defaults 0077 OK 00
41. H 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 00
42. OLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 9 0449 General Statistics Low 18 High 18 Low 9 High 9 Avg 18 Avg 9 Performance Statistics Avg Score Avg Over Under Avg Triple Bogeys plus Avg Double Bogeys Avg Bogeys Avg Pars Avg Birdies Avg Eagles TABLE 2 Formulas Database Description Formula Method of Calculation Note For 9 hole statistics a completed 9 holes means the player completes holes 1 9 or 10 18 This means a player could complete 9 holes by playing only 9 holes of an 18 hole course leaving an incomplete 18 hole round or the player could play a full 18 holes which would give him two 2 completed 9 holes For example if a player plays holes 3 11 this does not count as a completed 9 holes For all completed rounds 18 holes played for this player take the round with the lowest total score RPSCOREG For all completed rounds 18 holes played for this player take the round with the highest total score RPSCOREG For all completed 9 holes played for this player take the lowest total score RPSCOREG For all completed 9 holes played for this player take the highest total score RPSCOREG For all completed rounds 18 holes played for this player Avg 18 Sum of all scores RPSCOREG Number of Completed Rounds For all completed 9 holes played for this player Avg 9 Sum of all scores RPSCOREG Number of Completed 9 holes Note Performance Statistics are prepared for ALL holes all PAR 3 hole
43. US 20030149496A1 a Patent Application Publication co Pub No US 2003 0149496 A1 ap United States Johnson 43 Pub Date Aug 7 2003 54 PORTABLE ELECTRONIC INFORMATION COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION DEVICE 76 Inventor William L Johnson Parker CO US Correspondence Address KYLE W ROST 5490 AUTUMN CT GREENWOOD VILLAGE CO 80111 US 21 Appl No 10 345 534 22 Filed Jan 16 2003 Related U S Application Data 60 Provisional application No 60 350 280 filed on Jan 17 2002 Publication Classification 51 Int 61 Ke een ee G06F 17 00 52 U S CI 700 91 57 ABSTRACT A golfer s electronic assistant device 10 provides a touch screen 18 on a core module 12 with removable side modules 14 16 powering the core module 12 and sup plying functional expansions A modular dock 50 in the core module receives essential equipment modules such as a global positioning system The touch screen 18 shows graphical representations of each golf hole the golfer s present position and accurate distances to the pin fairway hazards and landmarks Each round is timed and data for scoring and other statistics is entered stored in a database and analyzed to produce an output of data personalized to the golfer s characteristics The output may provide current golf handicap and situational tips such as a recommended club selection for any situation based on prior performance globa
44. a necessity for every golfer whether serious or casual By providing immediate access to yardage through integrated GPS capability scoring and playing tips at the touch of a finger the device will increase the speed of play on the course and will give the golfer the tools necessary to achieve a lower score The device will auto matically provide the golfer critical information including but not limited to yardage to greens and other course markers graphical views of course layout club selection recommendations and statistics such as gross and net score average distance for each club actual distance of each club on each hole during a particular round number of putts saves ups downs sand saves handicaps etc The onboard GPS receiver will translate the golfer s exact location into distances from the green and other course markers Such information is important for every stroke Individual course US 2003 0149496 Al information can be available from a public or private data base such as a web site and can be downloaded directly into the portable unit 0017 In order to best meet the needs of a golfer an integrated solution should be specific in its design for use with golf A desirable device would be of a suitable size generally larger than the generally available PDA devices yet still small enough to hand carry mount on the cart or bag or place in the golf bag The device should require no external support It would be d
45. a participant involved in the event about variably selectable event equipment and about prior results achieved with selected items of event equipment and storing event conduct tips selected from the group consisting of event equipment selection tips tactics tips or combinations thereof a global positioning system providing real time positional data to the database graphic display means for displaying a graphical repre sentation of the defined event area in response to the historical and real time data in said database said display including distancing information between a participant and said marker positions statistics collection means for collecting and recording in the database statistics relating to a participant s selec tion and use of variably selectable event equipment and analysis means for selecting and providing real time event conduct tips selected by analysis of recorded statistics in the database and real time positional data Aug 7 2003 17 The personal electronic assistant of claim 12 adapted for aiding a golfer in the present play of a golf hole further comprising a database of golf information containing data specific to the golfer s golf clubs including iden tification of the clubs available to the golfer and the historical average distance the golfer achieves with each club GPS coordinates for markers on a presently played golf hole and for the golfer s present position on the golf
46. able 4 Golf Courses Database Description shows historical data about each individual golf course and hole including names ratings and slopes for the tees and related par handicap and yardage for each tee Further this database table records GPS coordinates to the left edge right edge back edge and center of the green for each hole Similar data can be recorded for other markers on each hole Typically the table may hold GPS data showing front back left right and center positions for each marker 0447 Finally Table 5 Rounds Database Description records the real time play of each golf hole and round The database records an updated record for each player on total score score adjusted for handicap score on each hole putts on each hole directional characteristic and distance of drives and follow on shots number of penalty strokes and whether an individual hole score is a par birdie eagle etc In addition this table records performance with respect to each club and with respect to each shot in the play of a hole 0448 This record of how a player performs with each club in each situation provides a basis for the electronic assistant to recommend to the golfer which club is appro priate for a future situation In addition the content of the database allows an analysis for problem situations similar to those that have been troublesome for the player in the past This analysis enables the electronic assistant to volunteer
47. ard on the display and con trol transfers to the Scorecard function 0260 Function Previous Hole Used by the player to display the previous hole s statistical information 0261 Player touches Previous Hole on the display and the previous hole s statistics are displayed for the specified player or players 0262 Function Next Hole Used by the player to dis play the next hole s statistical information 0263 Player touches Next Hole on the display and the next hole s statistics are displayed for the specified player or players 0264 GPS YARDAGES This is the second most impor tant and most often used display a golfer will use during play It s purpose is to provide GPS yardage information to the center of the green and to the front back right left and center of other custom selected markers for the selected hole as well as to allow the golfer to add new markers as he plays The graphical display on the right shows real time updated information based on constant readings from GPS indicating the exact yardage from the golfer displayed as an icon moving down the fairway i e a golfer swinging a club a golf cart etc to the specified markers The marker icons on the left and the L left R right C center and B back buttons are used to select additional markers during play If there are no markers specified for the course in the database then the golfer is instructed to add at a minimum the tee bo
48. ate player selects NEW to enter a new player or may go back to the previous display 0351 To select a player Touch the desired player and then touch the OK button Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the players Once the OK button is touched the PLAYER INFORMATION for the selected player is dis played 0352 To add a new player Touch the NEW button Control transfers to the PLAYER INFORMATION display where the golfer enters appropriate player information 0353 Touch the BACK button to return to the CLUB HOUSE 0354 PLAYER INFORMATION This display allows the golfer to enter or edit player information 0355 Player Name first and last Handicap Righty Lefty Touch the appropriate box then using the alpha numeric keys enter or edit the appropriate course informa tion Note Only the Player Name is required 0356 Database Fields Involved 0357 PNAMEF 0358 PNAMEL 0359 PNUMB 0360 PLFTRGT 0361 PHCP 0362 Touch the OK button to save the player informa tion 0363 PLAYERS CLUBS This display allows the golfer to enter or edit player club information 0364 The screen shows the player s name and 16 but tons representing the clubs the player may select The player may select up to 16 clubs The following clubs are default clubs which represent the typical set of clubs The default clubs will be automatically highlighted so that the player may simply add or change the clubs as appropria
49. ates for right edge of the green for hole 13 inates for right edge of the green for hole 14 inates for right edge of the green for hole 15 inates for right edge of the green for hole 16 inates for right edge of the green for hole 17 inates for right edge of the green for hole 18 inates for back edge of the green for hole 1 inates for back edge of the green for hole 2 inates for back edge of the green for hole 3 inates for back edge of the green for hole 4 inates for back edge of the green for hole 5 inates for back edge of the green for hole 6 GPS coordinates for back edge of the green for hole 7 GPS coordinates for back edge of the green for hole 8 GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord inates for back edge of the green for hole 9 inates for back edge of the green for hole 10 inates for back edge of the green for hole 11 GPS coordinates for back edge of the green for hole 12 GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord inates for back edge of the green for hole 13 inates for back edge of the green for hole 14 inates for back edge of the green for hole 15 inates for back edge of the green for hole 16 inates for back edge of the green for hole 17 inates for back edge of the green for hole 18 The database should be able to hold GPS coordinates for up to 10 different markers for each hole on a course Each marker must be identified by type trap water tree other and must allow for right left back front and
50. ays a hole with an audio note attached an audible and visual indi cator should alert the player that the note is present The audio notes are NOT player specific but rather are hole course specific 0440 2 Help The user shall have access to context sensitive help instructions on every display The help function will describe the function of the screen as well as specific functionality of the various buttons 0441 3 Tips The user shall have access to a library of golf tips organized alphabetically by subject Actual tip content can be provided from established or custom sources US 2003 0149496 A1 0442 4 Rules The user shall have access to a library of golf rules Rules shall be listed numerically by number and title User shall select the basic rule then scroll through the details of the rule as desired See Rules section for details on content 0443 5 Undo The user shall have the capability to undo single function and by pressing the undo key repeatedly shall have the capability to undo a maxi mum of 10 functions 0444 6 Video The user shall have the capability to record and replay videos for a specific player The golfer shall have the capability to get the camera set up and focused then press a button which allows the user 30 seconds to get set in his position before recording begins This recording shall be stored in the players section of the database and shall be considered an integral part of the pla
51. b areas known as the individual holes of the course Selected game play equipment may include the individual selection of golf clubs used by a player as well as the selection of golf balls perhaps differ entiated by brand The golf ball also constitutes the projec tile In the specific application of golf the device will be referred to as a golfing electronic assistant device or system Additional references will show available adaptation to the games of baseball and softball For that application the device will be referred to as a baseball electronic assistant device or system These examples will illustrate US 2003 0149496 Al structures hardware software methods and processes that enable the device to similarly accommodate other sports or games and other non sporting applications 0104 This information device may collect analyze and present data derived from the ambient surroundings of an event or activity from the people involved in an activity and from equipment used in an activity On important type of information in many sports or other activities is the graphi cal overview Many activities benefit when exact distances from one part of an area to another are known For example irregularities in nearby geography may be significant Early identification of hazards and landmarks may benefit a par ticipant An elapsed timer can monitor the pace of an event As a participant moves to different physical areas during an act
52. be constructed in a best mode by using the following example components or their functional equivalents or functionally similar substitutes 0152 Power PC processor An MPC823 processor can be used in the golf unit This processor runs at a 50 MHz processor speed and has a throughput rating of 55 MIPS An 81 MHz MPC823E version can be installed to increase throughput to about 110 MIPS This is adequate computing power for such applications as video compression and decompression data and communications encryption and decryption speech recognition and synthesis map display and route guidance MP3 encoding and decoding for music and speech record and playback and others 0153 A digital signal processor DSP and audio sys tem A Scoreboard audio system includes a DSP56364 digital signal processor This is a low cost unit designed for consumer products and is a suitable way to interface to an audio system In spite of the low cost it is capable of 100 MIPS throughput It is connected to the power PC processor via a high speed link that allows an effective doubling of the available processing power in many applications To further support this capability the PC board was designed to accept a memory device dedicated to the DSP Such a memory device need not be loaded for the golf application The audio system is capable of CD quality recording and reproduction A large planar speaker provides a high quality sound The DSP capability allow
53. ch golf hole In this instance the electronic assistant monitors the selection and use of differ ent golf clubs used by a player as well as positional data in the database of pre defined markers on a golf hole The GPS module provides real time distancing information from a participant s location to a pre defined marker To address the specific needs of golf programmed instructions may provide a process flow on the graphic display allowing selections to initiate new round of golf acquire geographic data for a golf hole maintain a scorecard for the round of golf record available golf clubs for a player monitor the player s performance with each of the clubs and recommend club selection for the player s current shot based upon the geo graphic data and the player s performance data with each club 0035 The programmed instructions to initiate a new round of golf may include steps of selecting initiation of new round selecting golf course selecting players selecting Aug 7 2003 tees for each player establishing a scorecard recording a date for each hole as played and displaying a scorecard when finished 0036 The programmed instructions to input geographic data for the golf course hole may include steps of selecting entry of golf course data from the group consisting of a previously entered golf course or a non previously entered golf course For a non previously entered golf course the steps include entering tee
54. ch the OK button 0188 Touch the BACK button to return to the previous display 0189 SCORECARD Once all players have selected the tees they will play a graphical image of the scorecard is displayed The user may toggle back and forth between holes 1 9 and holes 10 18 0190 To begin playing the round touch the PLAY but ton The device transfers control to the HOLE 1 function In addition a Round record is built for each player in order to begin accumulating score and statistical information Aug 7 2003 0191 Use the 10 18 and 1 9 buttons to toggle the score card 0192 Use the BACK button to return to the previous display 0193 HOLE 1 This is the primary display the golfer will use during the round It has all the functions and information necessary to accurately score the round and provide distance information for each golfer For each shot based on the player s history the recommended club selection is high lighted The GPS distance to green is automatically shown ALWAYS The distance shown in the top right hand corner of the display is the yardage as taken from the course scorecard for this hole for this tee The following describes the functions of this display 0194 Function To change players Touch the player s name and a pull down list of players playing this round appears Touch the applicable player and the display imme diately reflects that player s information on a cumulative bas
55. cription serve to explain the principles of the invention In the drawings BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS 0099 FIG 1 is an exploded view of the electronic assistant taken from a right front top position showing the hardware components of an electronic assistant device 0100 FIG 2 is an isometric view of the electronic assistant taken from a right front top position 0101 FIG 3 is an isometric view of the electronic assistant taken from a left rear bottom position DETAILED DESCRIPTION 0102 A portable electronic information collection and presentation device and system provides a variety of graphi cal scoring and statistical collection features relating to conduct of a competition sport or game The device is especially well adapted to assist in conduct of a competition or play of a game that uses a tangible projectile in a defined area such that knowledge of the participant s exact position or the exact position of the projectile is useful Similarly the device is well adapted to assist in conduct of a competition or play of a game that uses a variable selection of equipment such that advice on which equipment to select in a particular situation is useful 0103 For purposes of example and not limitation this device will be described as it may be specifically constructed or software programmed to accommodate the game of golf As well known golf is played over defined areas known as golf courses including su
56. d information 0119 Scoring 0120 Handicap 0121 Yardage 0122 Length of approach shots 0123 Length of drives 0124 Number of putts 0125 Eagles Birdies Pars Bogeys etc 0126 Sand saves 0127 Penalty shots 0128 Chip ins 0129 Number of fairways in regulation 0130 Number of greens in regulation 0131 Up and Downs 0132 Number of saves 0133 How the player compares to other players 0134 Immediate distance feedback via GPS 0135 Immediate access to PGA Golf Rules 0136 The base unit is a small compact light weight GPS Global Positioning System capable easy to use touch screen device that automatically scores a round of golf while simultaneously collecting statistics on each player provid US 2003 0149496 Al ing immediate feedback regarding club selection and tips as well as distances to the green hazards and other markers on the course 0137 The device learns the golfer s game as it is used Once a golfer plays one round with the golfing device the device offers tips on club selection based on where the golfer is and the distance to the green or other markers on the course 0138 The device has a larger display than a personal data assistant PDA type device but is still small enough and lightweight enough to carry around or store in the golf bag In addition it can be mounted to the golf cart or a pull cart or it can be strapped to the golf bag for easy access during play
57. e RMHOLEX 3 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For a comp eted 18 hole rounds Avg Chip ins Sum where RMHOLEX 4 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For a comp eted 18 hole rounds Avg Greens in Reg Sum where RGHOLEX Y Number of completed 18 hole rounds For a RMHOLE For a RMHOLE For a RMHOLE For a RMHOLE For a ho ho ho ho ho es X es X es es X es N played Percent Saves Sum where 1 Number of holes played played Percent Sand Saves Sum where 1 Number of holes played played Percent Up Downs Sum where X 3 1 Number of holes played played Percent Chip ins Sum where 4 1 Number of holes played played Percent Greens in Reg Sum where RGHOLEX Y Number of holes played For a For a 1 For a 1 For a For a Y For a of ho For a Avg l ho es p es es es es es es ayed played Saves Sum where RMHOLEX 1 1 played Sand Saves Sum where RMHOLEX 2 played Up Downs Sum where RMHOLEX 3 played Chip ins Sum where RMHOLEX 4 1 played Greens in Reg Sum where RGHOLEX played Avg Puffs Sum RPHOLEX Number 1 completed 18 hole rounds Avg Putts per Round Sum Putts Number of completed 18 hole rounds For a l ho es p ayed Avg Putts Greens in Reg Su
58. e Same Same Same Same Same Same Club Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Hole digi Hole digi Hole digi Hole digi Hole digi Hole digi Hole digi Hole digi Hole digi Hole digi Hole digi for shot 2 for shot 3 for shot 4 for shot 5 for shot 6 for shot 7 for shot 8 for shot 9 for shot 10 and distance for shot 1 hole 17 First two digits is CLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage for shot 2 for shot 3 for shot 4 for shot 5 for shot 6 for shot 7 for shot 8 for shot 9 for shot 10 and distance for shot 1 hole 18 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage for shot 2 for shot 3 for shot 4 for shot 5 for shot 6 for shot 7 for shot 8 for shot 9 for shot 10 Matrix 1s digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 Matrix 1st up and do Matrix 1s digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd wn 4th digit chip in default 0 digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 Matrix Ist digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 Matrix 1s digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 Matrix 1s digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 Matrix 1s digit save 2nd digit sand save 3rd
59. e most pertinent applications of such a device additional similar devices can provide state of the art computer software electrical and mechani cal engineering technology to provide similar information collection and presentation capabilities to other sports games competitions or industries 0164 A functional overview of how the golfing assistant device is used demonstrates the capabilities of the hardware and software The display screen can be menu driven to provide software buttons that are finger operated Software buttons menus and functions are described below to illus trate some of the preferred schemes that can be programmed into the device 10 0165 Turn the device on by pressing the hardware power button 20 The display immediately shows the INTRO DISPLAY which is a title screen that can show a photo of a plush golf hole with a graphic title identifying the device trademark or other introductory information A golf course might use its own picture on the Intro Display screen The INTRO DISPLAY includes a soft START and a QUIT button each finger operated on the touch screen Start 0166 Press the START button to begin The display shows a picture of the golf clubhouse and a number of soft key selections Simply touch the desired selection and begin The following specification describes the functionality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through the process Back 0167 A sof
60. ed Percent Double Bogeys Sum Number of holes played 1 ayed 100 ayed 100 ayed 100 ayed 100 holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 Number of 00 For all holes played Percent Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 Number of holes p For all holes played Percent Pars Sum Number of holes here RTHOLEX Par for the hole Number of holes w p For all holes played Percent Birdies Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 Number of holes p F W p or all holes played Percent Eagles Sum Number of holes here RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 Number of holes For all holes played Number Triple Bogeys plus Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 3 For all holes played Number Double Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 For all holes played Number Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 For all holes played Number Pars Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole For all holes played Number Birdies Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 For all holes played Number Eagles Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 For all holes pla RPSHOLEX For all non Par 3 yed Number Penalty Strokes Sum holes played Avg Distance
61. ed event area comprising a core module carrying a display screen with a touch screen graphical user interface enabling display of various graphical data according to programmed soft ware having engagement portions at each of two end walls and having an internal expansion dock for receiving and communicating with a auxiliary device at least two expansion modules that are selectively attach able and removable from said engagement portions of said core module wherein at least a first one of the expansion modules comprises a means for powering the core module 13 The personal electronic assistant of claim 12 wherein a second one of said expansion modules comprises a module selected from the group consisting of a battery a digital camera a medical vital signs module a package scanner a two way radio an automotive computer bus interface or a combination thereof 14 The personal electronic assistant of claim 12 wherein a second one of said expansion module comprises a second means for powering the core module enabling continuous portable operation by alternating first and second expansion modules US 2003 0149496 Al 15 The personal electronic assistant of claim 12 further comprising a global positioning system module connected to said internal expansion dock 16 The personal electronic assistant of claim 12 further comprising a database storing historical data about marker positions in the defined event area about
62. een Selected expansion modules 14 and 16 are attached and removably carried on the opposite lateral sides of the core module Allowing one or more vacant locations with connecting and docking inter faces inside the unit 12 achieve further hardware expansion capability This gives the device 10 an ability to contain and incorporate additional technology serve additional indus tries games competitions or sports or better serve existing industries or sports without months of redesign re engineer ing and costly re tooling Thus as the device 10 is applied to golf the core module 12 contains computing capacity and versatility far exceeding personal data assistants and com parable with many of today s entry model laptop computers Future enhancements to the golf device 10 as well as technology upgrades for future sports or markets will take several months of additional engineering rather than the nearly two years required for the initial product 0108 The hardware components of the device 10 may include certain standard components that can be used with more than one application A key feature is the active touch screen 18 on the front face of the core module 12 This screen can display various graphical data according to programmed software Often the data will be menus driven by software that creates finger touch buttons Thus the display 18 allows the device 10 to provide a software selected variety of functions 0109 On the top
63. een for hole 5 inates for left edge of the green for hole 6 inates for left edge of the green for hole 7 inates for left edge of the green for hole 8 inates for left edge of the green for hole 9 inates for left edge of the green for hole 10 inates for left edge of the green for hole 11 inates for left edge of the green for hole 12 inates for left edge of the green for hole 13 inates for left edge of the green for hole 14 inates for left edge of the green for hole 15 GPS coordinates for left edge of the green for hole 16 GPS coordinates for left edge of the green for hole 17 GPS coord inates for left edge of the green for hole 18 GPS coordinates for right edge of the green for hole 1 GPS coordinates for right edge of the green for hole 2 GPS coord inates for right edge of the green for hole 3 GPS coordinates for right edge of the green for hole 4 GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord GPS coord inates for right edge of the green for hole 5 inates for right edge of the green for hole 6 inates for right edge of the green for hole 7 inates for right edge of the green for hole 8 inates for right edge of the green for hole 9 inates for right edge of the green for hole 10 inates for right edge of the green for hole 11 inates for right edge of the green for hole 12 in
64. election and tips as well as distances yardage to the green hazards and other markers on the course 0024 An objective of the device is to give the golfer a tool that is intuitively easy to use scoring and collecting statistics The tool should be no more complicated than using a paper scorecard Yet it should give the golfer information helpful to improve the golfer s game Using this tool should not distract the golfer during play and ultimately should speed up play on the course 0025 Another object is to provide an electronic assistant that learns the golfer s game as it is used Once a golfer plays one round with the device the device offers tips on club selection based on the golfer s location and the distance to the green or other markers on the course The device has audio recording and playback capability giving the golfer immediate access to on the course tips 0026 A further object is to provide an electronic assistant having a screen large enough to display a substantial amount of useful and allowing use of a finger rather than a stylus to manipulate the screen functions The use of a finger rather than a stylus is important to the easy use of the device allowing it to be used as easily as a scorecard Yet the device should remain small enough and lightweight enough to be carried or stored in a golf bag The device should be sized to allow mounting to the golf cart or a pull cart or it should permit being strap
65. ercial suppliers such as Targus Kensington and others 0161 Power management In order to maximally extend battery life the unit incorporates a variety of power saving features The clocks of both the Power PC and the DSP are programmable allowing each to be slowed down to save power when full speed is not needed The DSP audio system and compact flash can be turned off to save power when they are not being used The power can be individually switched off for any unused USB ports The display can be set to turn off automatically if it is unused for a specified Aug 7 2003 period of time Code is loaded from the flash to run in SDRAM memory allowing the flash to enter idle state saving more power A PIC processor that manages the touch screen spends most of its time in a low power sleep mode 0162 Buttons and touch screen The top front edge of the unit features buttons for the audio recorder function of the golf unit This area is designed so that the number and function of these buttons can be easily changed to suit other applications 0163 As mentioned above modified hardware and soft ware allow a similar device to be used as an aid to playing baseball or softball The baseball device can assist baseball and softball managers coaches scouts players and fans in scoring collecting individual team and game statistics and making immediate game situation decisions Although base ball and softball are among th
66. ered golf course and for a non previ ously entered golf course entering tee names tee ratings and tee slopes and selecting yardage options from the group consisting of recording GPS markers during play entering hole yard age during play and entering hole yardage before play 9 The personal electronic assistant of claim 7 wherein said programmed instructions to select players for a new round of golf further comprise maintaining a historical identification of each of a plural ity of players maintaining a historical handicap record for each of said plurality of players displaying an editable default list of each of the plurality of player s golf clubs selecting a player from the plurality of players for edit of said historical record and entering said selected player on a scorecard record 10 The personal electronic assistant of claim 1 wherein said analysis means further comprises a formulas database for calculating benchmarks from the content of said database 11 The personal electronic assistant of claim 1 further comprising an audio output device operatively connected to said analysis means for aurally alerting a participant to the availability of a real time tip 12 A portable computerized personal electronic assistant for aiding a participant engaged in a preselected competitive event employing variably selectable event equipment including at least a tangible projectile and conducted in a defin
67. esirable to need neither a PDA device nor support from the golf course so that the device is a totally self contained integrated solution Such a device should offer a design and construction that is both rugged and weather resistant to withstand the rigors of the golf environment Other helpful features include a color display that is clear and readable even in direct sunlight A touch screen preferably should be larger than those commonly found on PDAs so that the golfer gets more information on a single screen and no stylus is required 0018 Similarly it would be desirable to provide the combination of portability and hands free operation A portable device should be useable at any location while the characteristic of hands free operation is achieved when the device is mountable on both golf carts and golf bags allowing the golfer to position the device in the most convenient location The golfer should not have to hold the device to input or retrieve information 0019 The ability to use dynamic graphics would be highly useful Course graphics can be supplied from many sources including as a download from an Internet web site In addition the golfer may modify or customize the course graphics however desired 0020 Further beneficial features include course manage ment expandability and ability to serve as a learning aid A built in timer can give the golfer constant updates on elapsed time after each hole This will help the
68. f 3W tee shots for all non Par 3 holes played For all non Par 3 holes played Longest Distance Longest of each tee shot RSIHOLEX 3 5 For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Fairways in Reg Sum where RFHOLEX C Total Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Fairways Right Sum where RFHOLEX R Total Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Fairways Left Sum where RFHOLEX L Total Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all holes played Percent Fairways in Reg Sum where RFHOLEX C Total Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Fairways 1W Sum For each 1W tee shot RSIHOLEX where RFHOLEX R Total Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Fairways 3W Sum For each 3W tee shot RSIHOLEX where RFHOLEX L Total Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Fairways Left Sum where RFHOLEX L Total Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Fairways Right Sum where RFHOLEX R Total Number of holes played For all holes played Fairways in Reg Sum where REHOLEX C For all holes played Fairways Left Sum where RFHOLEX R For all holes played Fairways Right Sum where RFHOLEX L Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 General Statistics Approach Game Stat
69. fa player s shot lands on the green then his next club is likely to be a putter In this case the distance of the previous shot should be calculated by measuring the dis tance from the center of the green to the location of the previous shot 0216 Club Recommendation For the specific player indicated the recommended club selection for that particular player is highlighted This club recommendation is deter mined by comparing the GPS distance to the center of the green with the average distance the player hits his her clubs The club highlighted must be the club with a distance that is the closest but not greater than the GPS distance to the center of the green The exception is that the 1 Wood can only be used on the first shot of each hole If the 1 Wood turns out to be the best match for a given shot other than the first shot on a hole then drop to the next longest club This club recommendation must be constantly updated as the golfer moves down the fairway toward the green 0217 Database Fields Involved 0218 PDIST where 1 16 player s clubs 1 16 0219 Club Selection The player touches the selected club to indicate he she has taken a shot The following actions occur 0220 Highlight the selected club in RED momen tarily 0221 Add 1 to RTHOLE where hole being played move RTHOLE to Total on display 0222 Capture GPS coordinates of this current loca tion in order to calculate the distance of
70. golfer determine whether to pick up the pace of play Because additional features may be devised an electronic assistant should be able to receive modifications and enhancements Yet it would be desirable to add features without requiring an external PDA like device or requiring support from the golf course As a learning aid an electronic assistant should be capable of learning the golfer s game as he plays and giving valuable tips on the course 0021 To achieve the foregoing and other objects and in accordance with the purpose of the present invention as embodied and broadly described herein the method and apparatus of this invention may comprise the following SUMMARY OF INVENTION 0022 Against the described background it is therefore a general object of the invention to provide an electronic assistant for use by a participant in a sport According to a presently preferred embodiment an electronic assistant for golfers provides intelligent information collection and dis play capability that can be utilized during play of the sport This device should be easy to use compact in size and have the ability to speed up play 0023 Amore specific object is to provide is a hand held light weight GPS Global Positioning System capable easy to use touch screen device that automatically scores a Aug 7 2003 round of golf while simultaneously collecting statistics on each player providing immediate feedback regarding club s
71. hen L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If hit green in regulation then Y else N If hit green in regulation then Y else N If hit green in regulation then Y else N If hit green in regulation then Y else N If hit green in regulation then Y else N If hit green in regulation then Y else N If hit green in regulation then Y else N If hit green in regulation then Y else N If hit green in regulation then Y else N tl t tl tl t t t t ti tl t t if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R if right then R Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 Data Data Name Type Length RGHOLE10 CHAR 1 RGHOLE11 CHAR 1 RGHOLE12 CHAR T RGHOLE13 CHAR 1 RGHOLE14 CHAR 1 RGHOLE15 CHAR 1 RGHOLE16 CHAR 1 RGHOLE17 CHAR 1 RGHOLE18 CHAR 1 RSHOLE1 CHAR 2 RSHOLE2 CHAR 2 RSHOLE3 CHAR 2 RSHOLE4 CHAR 2 RSHOLES CHAR 2 RSHOLE6 CHAR 2 RSHOLE7 CHAR 2 RSHOLE8 CHAR 2 RSHOLE9 CHAR 2 RSHOLE10 CHAR 2 RSHOLE11 CHAR 2 RSHOLE12 CHAR 2 RSHOLE13
72. hen touch an OK button Arrow buttons are available to scroll through the courses Once the OK button is touched the PLAYERS selection is displayed 0179 To specify a new course Touch a NEW button and the device transfers control to the NEW COURSE function See COURSES description 0180 To view the scorecard for a specific course Touch the desired course and then touch the SCORECARD button The scorecard for that particular course is displayed and then control returns to the COURSES function 0181 Touch the BACK button to return to the previous display 0182 PLAYERS The device now displays a list of players in alphabetical order and several touch buttons The device systematically steps the user through the process to select any number of players up to a total of 5 players specify a new player specify which tees each player will play required in order to get correct slope rating informa tion for accurate calculation of handicaps or may go back to the previous display 0183 To select players for this round Touch ALL the players names that will be playing in this round then touch the OK button 0184 To add a new player Touch the NEW button and the device transfers control to the NEW PLAYER function see PLAYERS description 0185 Touch the BACK button to return to the previous display 0186 PLAYER S TEES 0187 Touch the appropriate indicator box for the tees each player will play then tou
73. his display allows the golfer to view or print a current game analysis for a specific golfer The game analysis is based on all rounds that the golfer has played Specific functionality for this feature can be derived from any of the data gathered in the golfing assistant correlated with analysis pointers to produce suitable advice 0402 TRAINING PROGRAM This display allows the golfer to view or print a specifically designed training program for a specific golfer The training program is based on an analysis of all rounds that the golfer has played Specific functionality for this feature can be derived from any of the data gathered in the golfing assistant correlated with training pointers to recommend suitable remedial steps Handicap 0403 Functional Description The HANDICAP selection indicates the golfer wishes to manage his her USGA handi cap The golfer may select all rounds for a particular player or may select any combination of rounds For example the golfer may wish to compute his handicap for all rounds for a specific course for his tournament rounds etc The general sequence of events is 0404 1 Select a player for which to compute the handicap 0405 2 Select the round s for which to compute the handicap 0406 The following specification describes the function ality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through the process 0407 INTRO DISPLAY Press START to begin
74. hot 3 Same for shot 4 5 6 ONDUA ONDAR Same for sho Same for sho US 2003 0149496 A1 Data Name RS7HOLE RS8HOLE RS9HOLE RSIOHOLE RSIHOLE ERARA as RS2HOLE RS3HOLE RS4HOLE RSSHOLE RS6HOLE RS7HOLE RS8HOLE RS9HOLE RSIOHOLE RSIHOLE ON cA NCI TUTE A RS2HOLE RS3HOLE RS4HOLE RSSHOLE16 RSOHOLE16 RS7HOLE16 RS8HOLE16 RS9HOLE16 RS1IOHOLE16 RSIHOLE17 aa an RS2HOLE17 RS3HOLE17 RS4HOLE17 RSSHOLE17 RS6HOLE RS7HOLE RS8HOLE RS9HOLE RS1IOHOLE RSIHOLE Qo i lI II j RS2HOLE RS3HOLE RS4HOLE RSSHOLE RS6HOLE RS7HOLE RS8HOLE RS9HOLE RSIOHOLE18 RMHOLE1 Co Co Co Co Co Co C0 Co RMHOLE2 RMHOLE3 RMHOLE4 RMHOLES RMHOLE6 RMHOLE7 RMHOLES8 RMHOLE9 RMHOLE10 RMHOLE11 NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM AAAA AAAA AAAannannn PAAA 33 TABLE 5 continued Rounds Database Description Same Same Same Same Club or shot 7 or shot 8 or shot 9 or shot 10 Description and distance for shot 1 hole 15 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same or shot 2 or shot 3 or shot 4 or shot 5 or shot 6 or shot 7 or shot 8 or shot 9 or shot 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 16 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Club Same Same Sam
75. igit chip in default 0 RMHOLE18 NUM 4 Hole Matrix 1s digit up and down 4th digit chip in default 0 0453 In addition to the electronic assistant for golf another application provides an electronic assistant for base ball for providing electronic scorekeeping and statistics gathering It is much more than merely another software tool It is an extremely user friendly comprehensive statis tical collection and analytical tool designed to put deci sional situational awareness information at the fingertips of managers coaches scouts players scorekeepers and fans at all levels of baseball and softball and to provide a robust reporting capability to electronically submit statistical reporting information to league officials and news agencies The key to the product is its ease of use intuitive graphical user interface i e the user does not need to know the mechanics of keeping baseball or softball scores high reliability comprehensiveness lightweight weather resis tant and rugged construction long battery life and afford ability Several features make the baseball device a desirable tool for every competitive baseball and softball organiza tion These features include the ability to store statistics for each game team and player and to quickly and easily produce reports for electronic transmission to league offi cials and news agencies the capability to provide immediate access to tendencies and probabilities
76. is That is the device stores each specific player s information as it occurs see Round record in database description and when a different player is selected his her information for that specific hole is pulled from the database 0195 Database Fields Involved 0196 Key for each player 0197 RPNUMB Player Number 0198 RCNUMB Course Number 0199 RCDATE Date the round is played 0200 Round record from which to pull specific data for this hole 0201 RPNUMB 0202 RCNUMB 0203 RCDATE 0204 Total RTHOLE where hole being played 0205 Putts RPHOLE where hole being played 0206 LCR RFHOLE where hole being played 0207 Green RGHOLE where hole being played 0208 Penalty RPSHOLE where being played 0209 Save Sand Save Chip in Up Down RMHOLE where hole being played hole 0210 Function To change holes Touch the flag in the top right corner of the display a pull down menu of holes 1 18 appears Touch the desired hole The display imme diately displays the information for that specific hole for that specific player or players 0211 Function Clubs The clubs displayed are specifi cally for the player s name displayed in the Player Name field 0212 Database Fields Involved 0213 PCLUB 1 PCLUB 16 US 2003 0149496 Al 0214 Each player may have a different set of clubs this is established when the player is entered into the system 0215 I
77. is of pre defined markers on a golf hole the real time distancing information provided by the global positioning system includes distance from a participant s location to a pre defined marker further comprising programmed instructions providing a process accord ing to the following scheme made available on said graphic display means initiating a new round of golf acquiring geographic data for the golf course hole maintaining a scorecard for round of golf recording available golf clubs for a player monitoring said player s performance with each club and recommending club selection for the player s current shot based upon said geographic data and the player s performance data with each club 7 The personal electronic assistant of claim 6 wherein said programmed instructions to initiate a new round of golf comprise selecting initiation of new round selecting golf course for play of the new round selecting players for the new round selecting tees for each player in the round establishing a scorecard for the round recording a date for each hole as played and displaying the scorecard when the new round is complete 35 Aug 7 2003 8 The personal electronic assistant of claim 6 wherein said programmed instructions to input geographic data for the golf course hole comprise selecting entry of golf course data from the group con sisting of a previously entered golf course or a non previously ent
78. is shot pattern while making practice shots The practice aid provides statistical analysis of the shot pattern that allows the user to identify and attempt to correct errors in his shots In addition the practice aid can offer basic golfing tips This practice aid may be applied to a PDA 0013 U S Pat No 6 062 991 to Moriarty et al shows a computerized system that must be installed at fixed stations throughout a golf course to provide a wide variety of information to players and to management Parts of the system keep score transfer personal messages advise on weather make available the rules of play and monitor flow of play 0014 U S Pat No 6 456 938 to Barnard shows a PDA or hand held computer linked to a GPS system such that the player can map a golf course by traversing its attributes and collect golf play data Maps can be shared via an Internet web site 0015 U S Pat No 6 461 245 to Morgan shows a golf improvement system consisting of a card including par and distance information about each hole and a scorecard The player s information is entered at the clubhouse into the club s computerized database which generates information about the player s skills 0016 As applied to the game of golf it would be desir able to have available an information collection and presen tation device that is designed to benefit both the individual golfer as well as the golf course An electronic assistant device can be
79. ivity the system displays the participant s position in relation to defined markers in the immediate area The device may be pre loaded with information about local markers Such information may be obtained from any source of local data An Internet web site a guidebook or map or other source can provide advance information 0105 The device s versatility enables the user to dynami cally build a customized graphical representation of the area in real time Exact distancing is available by using global positioning system GPS technology An electronic assis tant device can provide distancing from the user s current location to every pre defined marker in the area allowing user to view the distance covered during any part of an event distance remaining to the front back left right and center of an area or distance to a next marker or hazard The device can be used for electronic scoring and as a statistics collection system The electronic scoring and statistics col lection features of the device require very little interaction from the user Most is done automatically at the simple touch of a finger The device can score and collect statistics for a plurality of participants per event A graphics display shows progress of an event and substantially any desired statistical analysis of the event on a real time basis These features automatically show current scores and display the current scoring totals and statistics as an event pr
80. l Description The CONTINUE ROUNDS selection indicates the golfer wishes to continue playing a round of golf which may have been postponed or delayed for any reason The general sequence of events is 0281 1 Select a round from the list of incomplete rounds 0282 2 The device brings up the appropriate score card 0283 3 Begin playing the round using the golfing electronic assistant device to provide scoring and distance information with the onboard GPS capabili ties US 2003 0149496 Al 0284 The following specification describes the function ality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through the process 0285 INTRO DISPLAY Press START to begin 0286 CLUB HOUSE Touch CONTINUE ROUND to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off 0287 ROUNDS The device now displays a list of rounds played listed chronologically by date and course played The golfer selects a round by touching the appro priate date or course or may go back to the previous display 0288 To select a round listed Touch the round to be resumed and then touch the OK button Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the rounds Once the OK button is touched the SCORECARD for the selected round is dis played 0289 Touch the BACK button to return to the previous display 0290 SCORECARD The scorecard is completely filled in with information from the applicable course and round database record
81. l positioning data and total score a US 2003 0149496 A1 Patent Application Publication Aug 7 2003 Sheet 1 of 2 O K z Kae Ses Cn Cp Cn i E Op Op On Op On 06 Or 0606 06 Or Ca Op Cp 08 AIAS C4 PEP Aug 7 2003 Sheet 2 of 2 US 2003 0149496 A1 Patent Application Publication th Lan A Wo ZA NN Yu K Qe US 2003 0149496 A1 PORTABLE ELECTRONIC INFORMATION COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION DEVICE CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 0001 This application claims the benefit of U S Provi sional Patent Application Serial No 60 350 280 filed Jan 17 2002 pending BACKGROUND OF INVENTION 0002 1 Field of the Invention 0003 The invention generally relates games using a tangible projectile More specifically at least in one embodi ment the invention relates to golf and to an aid for club selection ball direction or distance indicating In a more general field the invention relates to a personalized scoring statistics collecting and distancing system Both a hardware device and software programmed system may embody the system Such a device is designed constructed and pro grammed to suit the requirements and needs of one or more sports or other specific applications One such device is designed and engineered to significantly enhance the golfing experience dramatically improve the golfer s game and facilitate improved course operations The system is designed
82. le 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Eagles Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 Number of completed 18 hole rounds Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 General Statistics Percent Triple Bogeys Plus Percent Double Bogeys Percent Bogeys Percent Pars Percent Birdies Percent Eagles Number Triple Bogeys Plus Number Double Bogeys Number Bogeys Number Pars Number Birdies Number Eagles Number Penalty Strokes Driving Stats Avg Distance Avg 1W Avg 3W Longest Distance Avg Fairways in Reg Avg Fairways Right Avg Fairways Left Percent Fairways in Reg Percent Fairways 1W Percent Fairways 3W Percent Fairways Left Percent Fairways Right Fairways in Reg Fairways Left Fairways Right 21 TABLE 2 continued Formulas Database Description Formula Method of Calculation For all holes ayed Percent Triple Bogeys plus Sum p Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 3 Number of holes played 100 For all holes played Percent Double Bogeys Sum Number of mo ayed 100 or all holes played Percent Eagles Sum Number of holes here RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 Number of holes ayed 100 For all holes played Number Triple Bogeys plus Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 3
83. lus Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 3 Number of holes played For all holes played One Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 1 For all holes played Two Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 2 For all holes played Three Putts Plus Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 3 1W Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W 1W Fairway in Reg Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX C Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX C Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 General Statistics 1W Fairway Right 1W Fairway Left 3W Avg Distance 3W Fairway in Reg 3W Fairway Right 3W Fairway Left 5W Avg Distance 3 Avg Distance 4 Avg Distance 5 Avg Distance 6 Avg Distance 7 Avg Distance 8 Avg Distance 9 Avg Distance 0450 Data Data Name Type General Info PNAMEF CHAR PNAMEL CHA PNUMB NUM w PLFTRGT CHAR PCLUB1 CHAR PCLUB2 CHA PCLUB3 CHAR w Length Description 23 TABLE 2 continued Formulas Database Description Formula Method of Calculation W Fairway Right Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX R Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 1W and RFHOLEX R W Fairway Left Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to
84. m RPHOLEX where RGHOLEX Y Number of holes played where RGHOLEX Y Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 General Statistics Avg One Putts Avg Two Putts Avg Three Putts Plus Percent One Putts Percent Two Putts Percent Three Putts Plus One Putts Two Putts Three Putts Plus Club Stats 1W Avg Distance 1W Fairway in Reg 1W Fairway Right 1W Fairway Left 3W Avg Distance 3W Fairway in Reg 3W Fairway Right 3W Fairway Left 5W Avg Distance 3 Avg Dis 4 Avg Dis 5 Avg Dis 6 Avg Dis 7 Avg Dis ance ance ance ance ance 19 TABLE 1 continued General Statistics and Handicap Report Database Description Formula Method of Calculation For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg One Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Two Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 2 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Three Putts Plus Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 3 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all holes played Percent One Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 1 Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Two Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 2 Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Three Putts Plus Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX gt 3 Number of holes played For all holes played One Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX
85. nabling display of various graphical data according to programmed soft ware having engagement portions at each of two end walls and having an internal expansion dock for receiving and communicating with a auxiliary device US 2003 0149496 A1 at least two expansion modules that are selectively attach able and removable from said engagement portions of said core module wherein at least a first one of the expansion modules comprises a means for powering the core module 3 The personal electronic assistant of claim 2 wherein a second one of said expansion modules comprises a module selected from the group consisting of a battery a digital camera a medical vital signs module a package scanner a two way radio an automotive computer bus interface or a combination thereof 4 The personal electronic assistant of claim 2 wherein a second one of said expansion module comprises a second means for powering the core module enabling continuous portable operation by alternating first and second expansion modules 5 The personal electronic assistant of claim 2 wherein said global positioning system device comprises a module connected to said internal expansion dock 6 The personal electronic assistant of claim 1 wherein the preselected competitive event is the game of golf the event area is a golf hole the variably selectable event equipment comprises a plu rality of different golf clubs said positional data in the database
86. names tee ratings and tee slopes Instructions further include selecting yardage options from the group consisting of recording GPS markers during play entering hole yardage during play and entering hole yardage before play 0037 Programmed instructions to select players for a new round of golf further include maintaining a historical identification of each of a plurality of players maintaining a historical handicap record for each of the plurality of players displaying an editable default list of each of the plurality of player s golf clubs selecting a player from the plurality of players for edit of the historical record and entering the selected player on a scorecard record 0038 The electronic assistant contains a formulas data base that enables calculation of benchmarks from the con tent of said database 0039 An audio output device is operatively connected to electronic assistant for aurally alerting a participant to the availability of a real time tip 0040 According to the invention as specifically applied to the game of golf an electronic assistant for golfers is programmed to provide a process flow according to the following scheme referring in capital letters to soft buttons and menu choices that are made available on a touch screen 0041 NEW ROUND 0042 Select course or specify a new course COURSES 0043 If new course then go to NEW COURSE 0044 Select players or specify new players PLAY
87. nd from real time positional data The event conduct tips are may range from event equipment selection tips tactics tips and combinations of there 0032 The invention also is a structure for the electronic assistant which may include a core module carrying a display screen with a touch screen graphical user interface This display shows various graphical data according to programmed software The core module has engagement portions at each of two end walls and it includes an internal expansion dock for receiving and communicating with an auxiliary device At least two expansion modules are selec tively attachable and removable from the engagement por tions of the core module At least a first one of the expansion modules is a battery pack for powering the core module 0033 A second one of the expansion modules may have a further function such as a battery a digital camera a medical vital signs module a package scanner a two way radio an automotive computer bus interface or a combina tion of these If the second expansion module is a second battery pack it enables the core module to operate continu ously in portable mode by alternating first and second expansion modules The global positioning system device may be a module connected to the internal expansion dock of the core module 0034 The personal electronic assistant can be specifi cally applied to the game of golf for displaying the geo graphic characteristics of ea
88. o CPHONE NUM 10 Course phone number CTNAME1 CHAR 10 Name of this set of tees CTNAME2 CHAR 10 Name of this set of tees CTNAME3 CHAR 10 Name of this set of tees CTNAME4 CHAR 10 Name of this set of tees CTNAMES5 CHAR 10 Name of this set of tees CTNAME6 CHAR 10 Name of this set of tees CTRTG1 DEC 3 1 Rating from this set of tees CTRTG2 DEC 3 1 Rating from this set of tees CTRTG3 DEC 3 1 Rating from this set of tees CTRTG4 DEC 3 1 Rating from this set of tees CTRTGS DEC 3 1 Rating from this set of tees CTRTG6 DEC 3 1 Rating from this set of tees CSLOPE1 NUM 3 Slope from this set of tees CSLOPE2 NUM 3 Slope from this set of tees CSLOPE3 NUM 3 Slope from this set of tees CSLOPE4 NUM 3 Slope from this set of tees CSLOPES NUM 3 Slope from this set of tees CSLOPE6 NUM 3 Slope from this set of tees CT1PHY1 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CT1PHY2 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CT1PHY3 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CT1PHY4 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CTIPHYS NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CT1PHY6 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY
89. o be used in conjunction with a personal digital assistant PDA device such as those sold under the trademarks Palm Pilot and Visor SkyGolfgps is helpful in tracking scoring and statistics However Skygolfgps and its associated PDA require significant user interaction on the golf course 0008 Still another is ParView a fixed GPS system pro vided at some upscale golf courses around the United States The ParView system provides robust GPS information to the golfer during play However it is a device that is perma nently mounted to the golf carts and is only available if the Aug 7 2003 golf course has chosen to install it The system requires network connectivity support from the golf course 0009 A product sold under the trademark APROch Golf offers small size PC synchronization game analysis and suggested practice drills However this device is complex to use provides no graphics and has no GPS capability 0010 A product sold under the trademark Bushnell Yard age Pro 600 is small and weather resistant However it provides no GPS no scoring and no statistics 0011 A product sold under the trademark LIT Yardage 500 Pro is small and weather resistant However it provides no GPS no scoring and no statistics 0012 Several patents show data gathering systems that aid a golfer U S Pat No 5 882 269 to Lewis shows a golf practice aid that displays a diagram of a typical golf hole and allows the user to record h
90. ogresses The information collected by the device can be taken home to prepare statistical and game analysis reports that facilitate the development of a personal training program to improve the user s performance The device provides intelligent tips on how to better perform during an event Combining the unique GPS and comprehensive statistical collection fea tures the device learns the user s methods of performing As the user prepares to perform any part of a sport or other activity the device gives helpful hints on equipment selec tion or choice of tactics based on historical statistical infor mation This feature is automatically provided for every participant in the device s database 0106 The device is ergonomically engineered and designed specifically to improve the user s game and speed up play of a game while allowing users to score their activities at the touch of a finger The device is both fun and easy to use and the device s small size as well as its weather resistant and rugged design provides users with a tool specifically suited for the rigors of the golf course or practice tee 0107 With reference to the drawings the electronic assistant device 10 has been developed to have a versatile core module 12 consisting of an enclosure containing a Aug 7 2003 programmable processor and various electronic components and circuitry to allow the processor to calculate and display an output on the touch scr
91. okes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole ber penalty strokes this hole and distance for shot 1 hole 1 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for shot 2 Same for shot 3 Same for shot 4 Same for shot 5 Same for shot 6 Same for shot 7 Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 A1 Data Name RS8HOLE1 RS9HOLE1 RSIOHOLE1 RSIHOLE2 RS2HOLE2 RS3HOLE2 RS4HOLE2 RSSHOLE2 RS6HOLE2 RS7HOLE2 RS8HOLE2 RS9HOLE2 RSIOHOLE2 RSIHOLE3 RS2HOLE3 RS3HOLE3 RS4HOLE3 RSSHOLE3 RS6HOLE3 RS7HOLE3 RS8HOLE3 RS9HOLE3 RS1OHOLE3 RSIHOLE4 RS2HOLE4 RS3HOLE4 RS4HOLE4 RSSHOLE4 RS6HOLE4 RS7HOLE4 RS8HOLE4 RS9HOLE4 RS1IOHOLE4 RS1HOLES RS2HOLES RS3HOLES RS4HOLES RSSHOLES RSOHOLES RS7HOLES RS8HOLES RS9HOLES RS1IOHOLES RSIHOLE6 RS2HOLE6 RS3HOLE6 RS4HOLE6 RSSHOLE6 RS6HOLE6 RS7HOLE6 RS8HOLE6 RS9HOLE6 RSIOHOLE6 RSIHOLE7 RS2HOLE7 RS3HOLE7 RS4HOLE7 RSSHOLE7 RS6HOLE7 RS7HOLE7 RS8HOLE7 RS9HOLE7 RSIOHOLE7 RSIHOLE8 AAA nAannannnn NAAAnaAnnnann nQ Qi Q hh hn n n AAAA AAAA N NAAnnAnannn Aug 7 2003 31 TABLE 5 continued Rounds Dai Description Same for sho Same for
92. or the driving range The device can provide a personalized evaluation of the golfer s game based on his actual set of comprehensive statistics to include hints and tips to improve the weak areas 0031 Generally the invention is a portable computer ized personal electronic assistant for aiding a participant engaged in a preselected competitive event employing vari US 2003 0149496 Al ably selectable event equipment including at least a tangible projectile and conducted in a defined event area The electronic assistant contains a database storing historical data about marker positions in the defined event area about a participant involved in the event about variably selectable event equipment and about prior results achieved with selected items of event equipment In addition it contains a global positioning system device providing real time posi tional data to the database A graphic display shows a graphical representation of the defined event area in response to the historical and real time data in said database The display includes distancing information between a par ticipant and various marker positions The electronic assis tant includes input devices for entering statistics into the database relating to a participant s selection and use of the variably selectable event equipment The electronic assistant has the ability to analyze data and provide real time event conduct tips derived from information in the database a
93. otal score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole a Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total score for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole Total putts for this hole If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left then L If drive in fairway then C if left t
94. ped to the golf bag for easy access during play 0027 Another object is to provide a suitably rugged electronic assistant type of device for a golfer It should be weather resistant with an easy to use touch screen graphical user interface Conforming such a device to the requirements of golf course usage makes it a useable tool that will speed up play rather than slow down or distract the golfer By such specific contouring to the needs of a golfer while on the golf course the golfing device can simultaneously score a round calculate the players handicap and collect statistics that can be analyzed for a personalized training program 0028 Still another object is to provide a personalized and self contained device There is no dependency on the golf course to provide any resources The onboard GPS capabil ity enables the golfer to take the device to any course in the world and begin using it immediately 0029 Another object is to provide an ability to assist the golfer in designing an individual training program A desk top software package that interfaces with the device gives the golfer a full range of reports that can be used to design an individual training program 0030 Additional optional objects are to enable the elec tronic assistant to gain new capabilities within the existing design For example video recording and playback capa bility can be added as auxiliary modules providing imme diate practice feedback f
95. played p 4 p For all holes played Percent Chip ins Sum where RMHOLEX 4 1 Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Greens in Reg Sum where RGHOLEX Y Number of holes played For all holes played Saves Sum where RMHOLEX 1 1 For all holes played Sand Saves Sum where RMHOLEX 2 1 For all holes played Up Downs Sum where RMHOLEX 3 1 For all holes played Chip ins Sum where RMHOLEX 4 1 For all holes played Greens in Reg Sum where RGHOLEX Y For all holes played Avg Putts Sum RPHOLEX Number of holes played For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Putts per Round Sum Avg Putts Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all holes played Avg Putts Greens in Reg Sum RPHOLEX where RGHOLEX Y Number of holes played where RGHOLEX Y For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg One Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Two Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 2 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Three Putts Plus Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 3 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all holes played Percent One Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 1 Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Two Putts Sum RPHOLEX where RPHOLEX 2 Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Three Putts P
96. r of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 6 7 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 7 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 7 8 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 8 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 8 9 Avg Distance Sum RSNHOLEX 3 5 where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 9 Number of shots where RSNHOLEX 1 2 points to PCLUBX 9 TABLE 3 continued TABLE 3 Player Database Description Player Database Description Data Data Name Type Length Description PCLUB4 CHAR 2 Player Club4 Default 3 PCLUBS CHAR 2 Player ClubS Default 4 PCLUB6 CHAR 2 Player Club6 Default 5 20 Player s first name PCLUB7 CHAR 2 Player Club7 Default 6 20 Player s last name PCLUB8 CHAR 2 Player Club8 Default 7 4 Player s unique ID number to associate PCLUB9 CHAR 2 Player Club9 Default 8 with rounds PCLUB10 CHAR 2 Player Club10 Default 9 1 Indicates whether player is right handed PCLUB11 CHAR 2 Player Club11 Default PW or left handed PCLUB12 CHAR 2 Player Club12 Default SW R right L left PCLUB13 CHAR 2 Player Club13 Default P 2 Player Club1 Default 1W PCLUB14 CHAR 2 Player Club14 Default 2 Player Club2 Default 3W PCLUB15 CHAR 2 Player Club15 Default 2 Player Club3 Default SW PCLUB1
97. r the par rating for the hole to determine e should be included in the calculation 18 hole rounds Avg Score Sum of all scores RPSCOREG Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed Total Par for the Number of comp For all completed Sum Number o 18 hole rounds Avg Over Under Sum of all Course and tees played RPSCOREG eted 18 hole rounds 18 hole rounds Avg Triple Bogeys plus holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 3 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Double Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 Number of comp eted 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 Number of completed 18 ho e rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Pars Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole Number of completed 18 ho e rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Birdies Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 Number of completed 18 ho e rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Eagles Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 Number of completed 18 ho e rounds For all holes played Percent Triple Bogeys plus Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 3 Number of holes played 100 For all holes play
98. r this player take For all comp ayed for this player ta RPSCOREG his player take the lowest Ke e h e h for this player take the highest For all completed 9 holes played for this player Avg 9 Sum of all scores RPSCOREG Number of Completed 9 holes US 2003 0149496 A1 TABLE 17 1 continued General Statistics and Handicap Report Database Description General Statistics Performance Statistics Avg Score Avg Over Under Avg Triple Bogeys plus Avg Double Bogeys Avg Bogeys Avg Pars Avg Birdies Avg Eagles Percent Triple Bogeys Plus Percent Double Bogeys Percent Bogeys Percent Pars Percent Birdies Percent Eagles Number Triple Bogeys Plus Number Double Bogeys Number Bogeys Number Pars Number Birdies Number Eagles Number Penalty Strokes Driving Stats Avg Distance Avg 1W Formula Method of Calculation Note Performance Statistics are prepared for ALL holes all PAR 3 holes all PAR 4 holes and all PAR 5 holes So as you review the formu las you must consider this For example the ALL category includes all holes played or in the case of averages 18 holes whereas the Par 3 statistics would consider only par 3 holes played either among all holes or among 18 holes in the case of averages ALL you must c if a particular ho For all completed So when you are summing in all cases except heck fo
99. r this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Aug 7 2003 US 2003 0149496 Al Data Name CT3PHY CT3PHY CT3PHY CT3PHY CT3PHY CT3PHY CT3PHY CT3PHY CT4PHY CT4PHY2 CT4PHY3 CT4PHY4 CT4PHY5 CT4PHY6 CT4PHY7 CT4PHY8 CT4PHY9 CT4PHY CT4PHY CT4PHY CT4PHY CT4PHY CT4PHY CT4PHY CT4PHY CT4PHY CTSPHY CTSPHY2 CTSPHY3 CTSPHY4 CTSPHYS CTSPHY6 CTSPHY7 CTSPHY8 CTSPHY9 1 2 Data Type NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM 26 TABLE 4 continued Golf Courses Database Description Length Description 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHH YYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY
100. rease in storage 0157 Display system The golf unit is based on a 320x 240 TFT color display This unit is especially suited to outdoor applications that require sunlight visibility Because of the TFT design response is very fast allowing the unit to display video The display controller is capable of handling higher resolution screens such as VGA and SVGA With a different housing the main board could be used for appli cations requiring these larger displays A 6 4 640x480 color TFT display is available that might be suitable for military applications 0158 Modular Design A feature of the design that makes it readily adaptable to multiple and varied applica tions is its modularity There are three modules two side modules and a central or internal module Each side can accept a user changeable module that can be selected from the group consisting of a battery an added function such as a digital camera a medical vital signs module a package scanner a two way radio an automotive computer bus interface or combinations of these An internal module is built into the rear housing of the unit In the golf application this is the GPS An internal communications subsystem may consist of hardware suitable protocol and suitable firm ware The hardware interface includes a top external con nector parallel with a docking connector a left module a right module the internal GPS module a docking con nector and an infrared mod
101. reens and fairways in regulation saves sand saves ups downs chip ins and total score These easy to use features automatically add the scores for each hole and display the current scoring totals and statistics for holes played The information col lected by the device belongs to the golfer who can take it home and use it to prepare statistical and game analysis reports which facilitate the development of a personal train ing program to improve the golfer s game 0116 Intelligent Club Selection Tips Combining the unique GPS and comprehensive statistical collection fea tures the golfing device learns the golfer s game As the golfer approaches a shot the device gives helpful hints on club selection based on historical statistical information This feature is automatically provided for every golfer in the device s database 0117 The golfing device is ergonomically engineered and designed specifically to improve the golfer s game and speed up play on the course while allowing golfers to score their rounds at the touch of a finger using software but tons on a graphical user interface displayed on the touch screen The device is both fun and easy to use and the device s small size as well as its weather resistant and rugged design provides golfers with a tool specifically suited for the rigors of the golf course or practice tee 0118 In summary the golfing device may track or pro vide the following functions an
102. s Avg Saves Avg Sand Saves Avg Up Downs Avg Chip ins Avg Greens in Reg Percent Saves Percent Sand Saves Percent Up Downs Percent Chip ins Percent Greens in Reg Saves Sand Saves Up Downs Chip ins Greens in Reg Putting Stats Avg Putts Avg Putts per Round Avg Putts Greens in Reg Avg One Putts Avg Two Putts Avg Three Putts Plus Percent One Putts Percent Two Putts Percent Three Putts Plus One Putts Two Putts Three Putts Plus Club Stats 1W Avg Distance 1W Fairway in Reg 22 TABLE 2 continued Formulas Database Description Formula Method of Calculation For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Saves Sum where RMHOLEX 1 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Sand Saves Sum where RMHOLEX 2 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Up Downs Sum where RMHOLEX 3 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Chip ins Sum where RMHOLEX 4 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Greens in Reg Sum where RGHOLEX Y Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all holes played Percent Saves Sum where RMHOLEX 1 1 Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Sand Saves Sum where RMHOLEX 2 1 Number of holes played For all holes played Percent Up Downs Sum where RMHOLEX 3 1 Number of holes
103. s The user may toggle back and forth between holes 1 9 and holes 10 18 0291 To begin playing the round touch the PLAY but ton The device transfers control to the HOLE function where the next hole to be be played one greater than the last completed hole 0292 Use the 10 18 and 1 9 buttons to toggle the score card 0293 Use the BACK button to return to the previous display 0294 HOLE Control transfers to the HOLE display From this point the device functions identically as if this is a new round being played See NEW ROUND Note the date of the round should be changed to the new date Courses 0295 Functional Description The COURSES selection indicates the golfer wishes to add a new course or view edit the information in an existing course The general sequence of events is 0296 1 Select a course from the list of courses 0297 2 View edit the information for the selected course 0298 3 Add a new course 0299 The following specification describes the function ality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through the process 0300 INTRO DISPLAY Press START to begin 0301 CLUB HOUSE Touch COURSES to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off 0302 COURSES The device now displays a list of courses listed alphabetically by course name The golfer selects a course by touching the appropriate course selects NEW to enter a new course
104. s all PAR 4 holes and all PAR 5 holes So as you review the formulas you must consider this For example the ALL category includes all holes played or in the case of averages 18 holes whereas the Par 3 statistics would consider only par 3 holes played either among all holes or among 18 holes in the case of averages So when you are summing in all cases except ALL you must check for the par rating for the hole to determine if a particular hole should be included in the calculation For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Score Sum of all scores RPSCOREG Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Over Under Sum of all Total Par for the Course and tees played RPSCOREG Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Triple Bogeys plus Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX 2 Par for the hole 3 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Double Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 2 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Bogeys Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole 1 Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Pars Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the hole Number of completed 18 hole rounds For all completed 18 hole rounds Avg Birdies Sum Number of holes where RTHOLEX Par for the ho
105. s the implementation of filtering and other sound enhancement techniques 0154 The unit may signal via tone and flashing icon when a recording is present for a specific hole on a specific golf course Arecorder screen or window should appear only when recording During a round of golf when the golfer receives an audible and visual indicator that a recording exists for this hole the golfer should be able to simply touch the visual indicator to begin hearing the audible playback the recorder screen should not appear during playback The record time may be flashcard limited such as with a minimum of eight minutes per course 0155 Memories A memory system is based on a single 512M FLASH memory device and two SDRAM memory devices that permit total RAM capacity to be selected from 16 Mbytes to 128 Mbytes The larger sized memory would be useful to support video recording and playback 0156 Compact flash Hard drive slot A compact flash card slot allows large databases to be installed A suitable size currently is 512 Mbytes but this can be increased as desired 512M is 80 that of a CD ROM allowing such databases as several thousand pages of books maintenance manuals patient records reference guides road maps of the US 2003 0149496 Al entire US 6 7 MP3 format music CDs etc With additional firmware the unit could support compact flash sized hard disks which currently are available in sizes up to 10 Gbytes a 20 1 inc
106. s to the complete PGA rulebook gives the golfer answers to the many questions often encountered on the course A desktop software package may be included with the system to give the golfer a full range of reports which can be used to design an individual training program In addition the desktop software enables the golfer to download fully GPS capable course information from a web site or other available data source 0144 An instruction manual will assist the golfer to analyze this data to better understand his game This may contribute to understanding the mental side of the game and provide real answers on how to improve his game such as by considering these questions 0145 How to play on holes on which you get a handicap stroke 0146 How well does the player drive the ball or lay up on special holes such as par fives 0147 What pattern does the player exhibit after making a birdie or a couple of pars in a row Aug 7 2003 0148 Reasons why that may happen and ways to improve 0149 How many times do you hit the green when using a 3 wood 5 wood etc 0150 Other features of the product are a similar user interface as other handheld electronic devices for ease of use use of batteries that are easily found in the market preferably at the golf course and a modular design enables consumers to easily upgrade their device as enhancements become available 0151 The hardware platform for a device 10 may
107. t 0322 Database Fields Involved 0323 CTNAME where 1 6 indicating differ ent tee placements 0324 Touch the OK button to save the tee information 0325 COURSE RATING This display allows the golfer to enter or edit course rating information 0326 Rating amp Slope Touch the appropriate box then using the alphanumeric keys enter or edit the appropriate rating information Note These fields are required to accu rately calculate player handicaps 0327 Database Fields Involved 0328 CTRTG where 1 6 corresponding to appropriate tee Note must correspond to CTNAME US 2003 0149496 A1 0329 CSLOPE where 1 6 corresponding to appropriate tee Note must correspond to CTNAME 0330 Touch the OK button to save course rating and slope information 0331 COURSE YARDAGE This display allows the golfer to enter or edit course yardage information 0332 Select the appropriate tee Touch the appropriate box to indicate which tee to enter yardage for then touch the OK button 0333 YARDAGE PAR HCP FOR COLOR TEES This display allows the golfer to enter or edit course yard age par and handicap information 0334 Yardage Par Handicap Touch the appropriate box then using the alphanumeric keys enter or edit the appropriate information 0335 Database Fields Involved 0336 CTXPHY where X 1 6 corresponding to appropriate tee Note must correspond to CTNAME and 1 8
108. t 9 Same for shot 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 9 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for shot 2 Same for shot 3 Same for shot 4 Same for shot 5 6 7 Q i 9S Qa AWN Same for sho Same for sho Same for shot 8 Same for shot 9 Same for shot 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 10 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for shot 2 Same for shot 3 Same for shot 4 Same for shot 5 Same for shot 6 Same for shot 7 Same for shot 8 Same for shot 9 Same for shot 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 11 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for shot 2 Same for shot 3 Same for shot 4 Same for shot 5 Same for shot 6 Same for shot 7 Same for shot 8 Same for shot 9 Same for shot 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 12 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for shot 2 Same for shot 3 Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for shot 9 Same for shot 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 13 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for shot 2 Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for sho Same for shot 9 Same for shot 10 Club and distance for shot 1 hole 14 First two digits is PCLUB 01 16 last three digits is yardage Same for shot 2 Same for s
109. t BACK key is frequently displayed When the BACK key is pressed on any screen the device should retain the data from the previous screen so that going back does not require re entering all the data 0168 From the CLUB HOUSE screen touch NEW ROUND to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off The New Round key brings up COURSES menu New Round 0169 Functional Description The NEW ROUND selec tion indicates the golfer wishes to begin playing a round of golf The general sequence of events is 0170 1 Select a course or indicate a new course 0171 2 Select the players or indicate new players 0172 3 Select the tees for each player US 2003 0149496 A1 0173 4 Begin playing the round using the golfing assistant device to provide scoring and distance information with the onboard GPS capabilities 0174 The following specification describes the function ality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through he process 0175 INTRO DISPLAY Press START to begin 0176 CLUB HOUSE Touch NEW ROUND to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off 0177 COURSES The device now displays a list of courses in alphabetical order and several touch buttons The golfer may select a course listed may display the scorecard of a course that is listed may specify a new course or may go back to the previous display 0178 To select a course listed Touch the course to be played and t
110. t marker The following actions occur 0271 Highlight the selected icon RED 0272 The selected icon is added and placed on the graphical display relative to where the green tee and golfer are 0273 Function Play The player touches this button to return to the HOLE display where the hole being played 0274 SCORECARD The scorecard is displayed with all applicable data from the database including the player s score on each hole thus far and all course yardage informa tion from the Course Database Description for this course The following actions apply 0275 Function Cumulative Score Each players cumulative score is shown as E along side his her name based on the score for all completed holes up to this point For example consider this scenario Hole 1 is a par 5 hole hole 2 is a par 4 hole and hole 3 is a par 3 hole If the golfer has a total of 13 strokes this round then his cumu lative score is 1 If the golfer has a total of 12 strokes this round then his cumulative score is E If the golfer has a total of 10 strokes this round then his cumulative score is 2 0276 Database Fields Involved 0277 CTXPHY where X is the tee and is the hole being evaluated 0278 RTHOLE where is the hole being evalu ated 0279 Function Play The player touches the Play but ton to resume play or continue to the next display if this is the last hole Continue Rounds 0280 Functiona
111. te up to a maximum of 16 clubs 0365 1W 3W 5W 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PW SW P 0366 Database Fields Involved 0367 PCLUB 1 thru PCLUB 16 0368 Touch the OK button to save the player club information Continue Round 0369 Functional Description The CONTINUE ROUND selection indicates the golfer wishes to continue a previously uncompleted round The general sequence of events is 0370 1 Select a round from a list of rounds dis played by date 0371 2 Begin playing where the round left off 0372 The following specification describes the function ality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through the process US 2003 0149496 Al 0373 INTRO DISPLAY Press START to begin 0374 CLUB HOUSE Touch CONTINUE ROUND to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off 0375 COURSE The device now displays a list of rounds listed chronologically by date and course The golfer selects a round by touching the appropriate course or date or may go back to the previous display 0376 To select a round Touch the desired course or date then touch the OK button Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the rounds if necessary Once the OK button is touched the SCORECARD for the selected course and round is displayed Note The scorecard contains all infor mation for this round previously stored in the database 0377 Touch the BACK button to return to the CLUB HOUSE 0378
112. the previous shot 0223 Calculate distance of previous shot The touching of a selected club by the player indicates as close as possible where the ball lies after the pre vious hit Therefore we must calculate the distance of the previous shot unless this is the original tee shot on a particular hole Formulas are 0224 First two digits of RSXHOLE where X is the hole begin played and is the sequential number of the shot for this hole 01 16 indicating previous club selection 0225 Last three digits of RSKHOLE where X is the hole begin played and is the sequential number of the shot for this hole distance of last shot rounded up to nearest yard GPS PREVI OUS GPS CURRENT 0226 Update average distance for previous club used Formula is 0227 PDIST total yardage hit with club total times club is hit 0228 Database Fields Involved 0229 RTHOLE where hole being played 0230 RSXHOLE where X club used and hole being played PDIST where hole being played Aug 7 2003 0231 Function Fairways Used to indicate whether player s tee shot was in the left L of the fairway center C of the fairway or right R of the fairway 0232 Player touches L C or R on the display to indicate tee shot position The following actions occur 0233 Highlight L C or R in RED initially then GREEN and leave GREEN 0234 Database Fields Involved 0235 RFHOLE where hole being
113. ule The docking station protocol may be USB 1 1 with batch process and no real time streaming GPS unit protocol may be UART The left side module typically a battery may use I2C protocol Right side module protocol may be USB 2 0 for video The top connector may be in parallel with the docking connector 0159 USB hub The unit features a 12 Mbit S data rate USB connection along the top edge which allows it to connect to various USB devices or a PC Maximum use has been made of the USB capability by building a USB hub into the unit that connects to each of the three modules the top connector and the docking connector on the bottom This allows for great flexibility of interfacing and future expan sion and is more cost effective than the SMB bus commonly used with intelligent battery packs 0160 Battery power system A battery charger is built into the unit permitting charging to be accomplished using only an inexpensive off the shelf wall plug power supply This removes the requirement of supplying a charging cradle with the unit saving cost The internal charger supports dual battery operation where a battery is mounted to each side In his mode the unit can operate non stop indefinitely as long as fresh batteries are available The charger can support larger and smaller batteries as well as batteries based on other technologies The unit can also operate from existing plane car power adapters commercially available from com m
114. where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CT1PHY7 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CT1PHY8 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CT1PHY9 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CT1PHY10 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 CT1PHY11 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 US 2003 0149496 Al 25 TABLE 4 continued Golf Courses Database Description Data Data Name Type Length Description CTIPHY12 NUM 6 CTIPHY13 NUM 6 CTIPHY14 NUM 6 CTIPHY15 NUM 6 CTIPHY16 NUM 6 CTIPHY17 NUM 6 CTIPHY18 NUM 6 CT2PHY NUM 6 CT2PHY2 NUM 6 CT2PHY3 NUM 6 CT2PHY4 NUM 6 CT2PHY5 NUM 6 CT2PHY6 NUM 6 CT2PHY7 NUM 6 CT2PHY8 NUM 6 CT2PHY9 NUM 6 CT2PHY10 NUM 6 CT2PHY11 NUM 6 CT2PHY12 NUM 6 CT2PHY13 NUM 6 CT2PHY14 NUM 6 CT2PHY15 NUM 6 CT2PHY16 NUM 6 CT2PHY17 NUM 6 CT2PHY18 NUM 6 CT3PHY NUM 6 CT3PHY2 NUM 6 CT3PHY3 NUM 6 CT3PHY4 NUM 6 CT3PHYS NUM 6 CT3PHY6 NUM 6 CT3PHY7 NUM 6 CT3PHY8 NUM 6 CT3PHY9 NUM 6 CT3PHY10 NUM 6 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18 YYY 001 999 Par handicap and yardage for this tee e g PHHYYY where P 1 5 HH 01 18
115. x and the center of the green If there are no markers specified for the course then the graphical display should be blank except for the tee box and the green The green should always be at the top and the tee should always be at the bottom The user should be able to move the icons around to show relative position consistent with the course When new markers icons are added then the location of the icon on the right side of the display should be determined by calculations of GPS coordinates already known for the hole 0265 Function To Add a Marker The player uses this function to add a new marker to his course layout and capture the GPS coordinates for future use The player positions himself herself directly on top of the exact location of the marker they wish to add For example if the golfer is adding a sand bunker the he she may wish to capture both Aug 7 2003 the front and the back of the bunker so they can know in the future exactly how far they have to hit a ball to clear or come up short of the bunker 0266 The player touches an icon on the left to indicate what type of marker to add The following actions occur 0267 Highlight the selected icon RED 0268 The player touches L B C R or F to indicate what position of the marker to capture The following actions occur 0269 Highlight the selected icon RED 0270 The player touches the Capture button to indicate they are ready to capture and add tha
116. yers specific data Playback of the data should allow the user to stop the video at specific points in order to check body positions throughout the swing The video capability is enabled by addition of a video camera as one of the side modules 0445 Controls may be provided for System Configura tion These may include screen brightness and contrast touch screen calibration audible indicators enable disable and GPS enable disable 0446 This software scheme refers to various database elements The following tables show examples of such database elements In Table 1 General Statistics and Handi cap Report the preferred format for the report should have the Player s Name at the top of the report and the second line should contain a date The golfer is allowed to select which rounds are to be included in the statistics and handi cap calculation The golfer may select ALL rounds deselect ALL rounds and select individual rounds to be included A handicap can be calculated conforming to the USGA handi cap index which first requires calculation of handicap differentials Table 2 Formulas Database Description 16 Aug 7 2003 shows benchmarks and formulas for calculating those benchmarks from statistics in the database Table 3 Player Database Descriptions shows historical data about each individual player entered in the database including clubs in the player s bag average distance achieved with each club and handicap T
117. ynchronize players courses or rounds 0428 3 Touch start to begin synchronization 0429 The following specification describes the function ality of each graphical display and touch button in order to step the golfer through the process 0430 INTRO DISPLAY Press START to begin 0431 CLUB HOUSE Touch UPLOAD DOWNLOAD to continue or touch QUIT to turn the device off 0432 UPLOAD DOWNLOAD The device now dis plays a selection of data to be synchronized players courses and rounds 0433 To select data Touch the button next to PLAYER COURSES and or ROUNDS 0434 To begin synchronization Touch the START but ton 0435 Ifsynchronization is being done via the serial cable and the cable is connected properly synchronization begins and a message is displayed to indicate the status 0436 If synchronization is being done via the infrared port a message is displayed instructing the user to point the two devices together then synchronization begins and a message is displayed to indicate the status 0437 Touch the BACK button to return to the CLUB HOUSE Utilities 0438 Functional Description The following utility func tions are to be provided 0439 1 Audio The user shall have the capability to record and replay audio notes for any hole on any course These audio notes shall be permanently stored as part of the hole and course information for future reference Any time a player pl

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