JP3497983B2 - Alarm device - Google Patents

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an alarm device for issuing a rescue request message or an alarm to the outside of the room when rescue or the like is needed indoors, and particularly to a visually impaired person, a physically handicapped person, or The present invention relates to an alarm device suitable for use in a home with a sick person or the like.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art For example, in a family with a visually impaired person, a physically handicapped person, a sick person, etc., it may be necessary to ask an ambulance team or local residents for help due to an accident or sudden change in illness. However, it is often difficult for people with the above-mentioned injuries and illnesses to seek help on their own. Therefore, conventionally, various devices have been known, such as issuing an alarm to the outside by operating a switch provided in a room and making a call to the above-mentioned emergency services and local residents.

[0003]

However, when the above-mentioned accident or sudden change in illness occurs, it is difficult to move to a certain position of the switch provided in the room and operate the switch depending on the location. Yes, and it is often difficult to ask for help on your own even if you can answer the phone.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems of the prior art, and its main purpose is easy handling, and can be easily performed by a visually impaired person, a physically handicapped person, a sick person, or the like. It is to provide an alarm device that can seek outside help.

[0005]

According to the present invention, the above object is to detect a receiver for receiving a radio signal, an alarm means for issuing a rescue request message by voice, a battery power source, and an earthquake tremor. Earthquake that outputs an earthquake detection signal
An indoor user is equipped with a sensor and a wristwatch-shaped portable transmitter capable of transmitting a radio signal to the receiver by a switch operation, the main body being attached to a predetermined place outdoors. If the receiver of the main body receives a radio signal transmitted by operating the switch of the transmitter for mobile use or the earthquake sensor detects the shaking of the earthquake, the alarm means of the main body is used. This is achieved by providing an alarm device characterized in that the alarm means is adapted to issue a preset rescue request message to the outside.

[0006] Thus, for example accident, when due to a sudden change of illness must seek help in the emergency services and local residents, only to operate the switch of the transmitter that is portable as arm clock, the reception of the main body side Immediately after the aircraft receives the radio signal, the alarm means emits a voice rescue request message or alarm. Then, it emitted continuously for as long as the rescue request message of <br/> battery power.

In particular, the main body further has an earthquake sensor for detecting the shaking of the earthquake and outputting an earthquake detection signal, and even when an earthquake larger than a preset seismic intensity occurs, the alarm means is used to request the rescue. By sending a message or alarm to the outside, an earthquake alarm device,
The part of the alarm means can also be used.

[0008] Further, another receiver for receiving the radio signal from the portable transmitter, an automatic telephone for making a call to a preset partner when the signal is received, and a preset for the called party are set. By further having a telephone notification device equipped with a notification device for transmitting a rescue request message or an alarm, the number of devices (transmitters) carried by the user does not increase, and the operation does not become complicated and no analog is given. However, it is possible to report by telephone by remote control.

[0009]

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing the configuration of an alarm device according to the present invention. The alarm device comprises a rectangular box-shaped main body 1 installed on the outer wall of a house, a portable wristwatch-shaped transmitter 2, and a telephone notification device 3 connected to a telephone line indoors. Composed.

As shown in FIGS. 2 (a) to 2 (e), the main body 1 includes a receiver 11 for receiving a radio signal from a transmitter 2, an earthquake sensor 12, and a voice (sound). ) And warning means 13 for issuing a rescue request message and a warning by light
And these receiver 11, seismic sensor 12 and alarm means 1
It has a controller 14 for controlling the 3 and a rechargeable battery power supply 15 and is housed in a sturdy case. At the upper part of this case, a level 17 for mounting the main body 1 so as not to incline is provided.

The receiver 11 has an antenna 11a protruding from the case of the main body 1, and when receiving a radio signal from a transmitter 2 which will be described later, it outputs a signal to that effect to the controller 14.

The seismic sensor 12 includes, for example, a displacement sensor that swingably supports a pendulum and detects a displacement of the tip position of the pendulum, a magnet and a moving coil that constantly generate a force to return the pendulum to the balance point. A force balance accelerometer composed of is used. When an earthquake occurs, when the pendulum is displaced and an unbalanced voltage is generated in the displacement sensor, this voltage is amplified and a torque is generated in the moving coil that always returns the pendulum to the balance point. The current flowing in the moving coil at this time is output to the controller 14 as an earthquake detection signal proportional to the acceleration, that is, the seismic intensity of the earthquake. If the building is tilted even if the seismic intensity is small, it may be output as an earthquake detection signal when tilted by a predetermined angle or more.

The alarm means 13 is composed of a memory for storing voice data, a circuit portion 13a such as a D / A converter and an amplifier, a speaker 13b and an alarm lamp 13c including an LED and the like. 1
Stored in advance in the memory of 3a "Please help me." Rescue request message, such as adapted lighting or blinking the alarm lamp 13c to output from the speaker 13b.

[0015] The controller 14 consisting of IC or the like, as the value of the earthquake detection signal output from the seismic sensor 12, for example, intensity 5 equivalent (90Gal~170Gal) case described above, to output the rescue request message from the alarm means 13 It is set. In addition, the signal from the transmitter 2 is received by the receiver 1
And it is adapted to output a rescue request message from the likewise warning means 13 even when received by 1. still,
The controller 14 is provided with a power switch 14a exposed to the outside of the main body 1 and a reset switch 14b.

A rechargeable lithium battery, for example, is used as the battery power source 15, and can be charged all the time or at an appropriate timing via the jack 15a exposed from the lower surface of the main body 1.

The receiver 11 is detachably attached to the back side of the main body 1 and is electrically connected to the controller 14 through a contact (not shown). With the receiver 11 removed, the main body 1 simply operates as an earthquake alarm.

On the other hand, on the surface of the transmitter 2, a transmission switch 21 and a transmission confirmation lamp 22 composed of an LED are provided.
When the user pushes the transmission switch 21, a radio signal is transmitted to the receiver 11 and the confirmation lamp 2
2 is made to blink. Further, a stretchable stainless steel band 23 is attached to the transmitter 2, so that the transmitter 2 can be worn on the arm of the user and always carried.

On the other hand, the telephone notification device 3 includes a receiver 31 different from the receiver 11 which receives the radio signal from the portable transmitter 2 and a preset single or plural receivers 31 when the radio signal is received. An automatic telephone 32 for calling the other party,
It is provided with a voicing device 33 that conveys a preset address, name, rescue request message, etc. to the called party. This telephone notification device 3 is adapted to be connected between a telephone and a telephone line.

The operating procedure of the alarm device according to this embodiment will be described below. First, the main body 1 is attached horizontally to the outer wall of a house where, for example, a visually handicapped person, a physically handicapped person, or a sick person is used, using a screw or a double-sided adhesive tape while checking the level 17. Then, the power switch 14a of the main body 1 is turned on to bring it into an operating state.

First, when an accident or sudden change in illness occurs in the user, the radio signal is received by the receiver 11 of the main body 1 by pressing the transmission switch 21 of the transmitter 2.
Is input to the controller 14, immediately lit or blink the alarm lamp 13c rescue request message from the alarm unit 13 causes output from the speaker 13b, it continues its output for as long as the battery power supply 15. As a result, it can be quickly rescued because it can be easily recognized from the outside that the house is in need of rescue.

At the same time, the radio signal from the transmitter 2 is also received by the receiver 31 of the telephone notification device 3, and a preset number or a plurality of parties is called by the automatic telephone 32, and the party is called. A preset address, name, relief request message, and the like are transmitted by the voicing device 33.

Next, for example, a seismic intensity of 5 (90 Gal to 1)
Earthquake sensor 1 when an earthquake of 70 Gal) or more occurs
2 operates and outputs an earthquake detection signal to the controller 14. When the controller 14 which is input immediately rescue request from the alarm means 13 messages speaker 13b
And the warning light 13c is turned on or blinked, and the output is continued as long as the battery power supply 15 continues.
As a result, it can be quickly rescued because it can be easily recognized from the outside that the house is in need of rescue.

When it is desired to stop the alarm sound or blinking of the alarm light, it can be stopped by turning on the reset switch or turning off the power switch.

[0025]

As is apparent from the above description, according to the alarm device of the present invention, a receiver for receiving a radio signal, an alarm means for issuing a rescue request message by voice, a battery power supply, and an earthquake sway are provided. Detect and earthquake detection signal
A seismic sensor that outputs a signal, and has a main body attached at a predetermined location outside the room, and a wristwatch-like portable transmitter for transmitting a radio signal to the receiver by a switch operation. When the switch of the portable transmitter is operated or an earthquake larger than the preset seismic intensity occurs.
Was it by issuing a preset relief request message to an external alarm unit of the main body when detecting, for example land
If you have to seek help from an emergency team or local residents due to an earthquake, accident, sudden change in illness, etc., simply operate the switch of the transmitter that is always portable like a wristwatch and the receiver on the main unit side Receiving the radio signal ,
When the shaking of the earthquake is detected, the alarm means automatically issues a voice rescue request message or alarm, so it is possible to easily recognize from the outside that the house is in need of rescue. The user can be rescued quickly. Also, compared to preparing an earthquake alarm device separately,
The alarm means can also be used as a unit, and the size and weight of the device can be reduced and the cost can be reduced. In addition, another receiver that receives the wireless signal from the portable transmitter, an automatic telephone that makes a call to the preset party when receiving this signal, and a rescue request message that is preset to the called party are displayed. By further having a telephone reporting device equipped with a reporting device, the number of devices (transmitters) carried by the user does not increase, and the operation does not become complicated and remote operation is easy even if no voice is heard. It will also be possible to make phone calls.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing the configuration of an alarm device according to the present invention.

2A is a plan view showing the shape of the main body of the alarm device according to the present invention, FIG. 2B is a front view, and FIG. 2C is a left side view;
(D) is a right side view and (e) is a bottom view.

[Explanation of symbols]

1 body 2 transmitter 3 Telephone reporting device 11 receiver 11a antenna 12 Earthquake sensor 13 Alarm means 13a Circuit part 13b speaker 13c warning light 14 Controller 14a Power switch 14b Reset switch 15 Battery power 15a jack 17 level 21 Transmit switch 22 Transmission confirmation light 23 stainless steel band 31 receiver 32 Automatic telephone 33 voice generator

Claims (2)

(57) [Claims] 1. A receiver for receiving a radio signal, an alarm means for issuing a rescue request message by voice, a battery power source, and an earthquake detection signal for detecting an earthquake sway.
It has a main body that is equipped with an earthquake sensor that is installed in a predetermined location outside the room, and a wristwatch-like portable transmitter that can transmit a wireless signal to the receiver by operating a switch. A radio signal transmitted by operating the switch of the portable transmitter is received by the receiver of the main body , or an earthquake shake is detected by the earthquake sensor.
Once known, alarm device, characterized in that has a preset relief request message to emit to the outside said alarm means with said alarm means of the body. 2. A separate receiver for receiving a radio signal from the portable transmitter, an automatic telephone for making a call to a preset party when the radio signal is received, and a preset for the called party. The alarm device according to claim 1 , further comprising a telephone notification device including a notification device that transmits a rescue request message by a voice.