JP3897463B2 - Communication device - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is at least two or more functions regarding the passing ShinSo location of the mobile type in which the composite.
[0002]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, in a portable mobile communication device, communication start and communication end at the time of an incoming call are performed by operating a call button or a disconnect button. Furthermore, some mobile communication devices of this type can start communication by operating any of the various buttons including the numeric keypad attached to the device main body, or erroneous key operations. When communication is started or ended by opening / closing operation of the flipper (key cover) to prevent, or when the apparatus is not communicating, the apparatus main body is placed at a predetermined position of the charging base, and the apparatus main body is lifted from the charging base Some may be able to talk.
[0003]
On the other hand, an imaging device such as a digital camera is common to a mobile communication device in that it is portable, but conventionally, it has been developed to be functionally independent from the communication device.
[0004]
However, with the recent development of mobile device technology, it has also been attempted to functionally combine the imaging function and the communication function. Even if the imaging function and the communication function are not housed in the same housing, It has already been performed to functionally combine both functions by securing a communication function using infrared rays.
[0005]
Under such circumstances, there has been a demand for the development of a multi-function communication device in which an imaging unit having an imaging function such as a digital camera and a communication unit having a communication function are accommodated in the same housing.
[0006]
By the way, when controlling such a multi-function communication device, as the simplest control method, for example, when a communication incoming is unexpectedly received while the subject is imaged, the shooting operation is stopped, and then A method of starting communication separately is conceivable.
[0007]
However, when such a control method is adopted, if there is an unexpected communication incoming during shooting, for example, the imaging on / off switch attached to the main body of the apparatus is set to OFF, and an instruction to start communication is given. The call button to be operated must be operated, and the operation is complicated and the communication partner is made to wait.
[0008]
As another control method, a method of starting communication while continuing the photographing operation can be considered.
[0009]
However, while many electronic viewfinders have a color LCD screen to realize digital camera functions, when communicating with the other terminal via voice call, the device body is placed on the ear, so the user's finger or face May touch the display portion of the color liquid crystal screen and the color liquid crystal display screen may become dirty. Then, the occurrence of such a stain causes a problem that the quality of the display image is adversely affected at the time of shooting or at the time of checking the shooting content after shooting.
[0010]
Therefore, in such a multi-function communication device in which the imaging unit and the communication unit are accommodated in the same housing, the imaging mode and the communication mode are provided so that a rapid response can be made when there is an unexpected incoming communication during imaging of the subject. Is required to be switched in one operation.
[0011]
The present invention has been made in view of such circumstances, the passing ShinSo location switching Ru can quickly perform a even when there is communication call while photographing the photographing mode and communication mode The purpose is to provide.
[0012]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
In order to achieve the above object, a communication device of the present invention is a communication device having a digital camera function, function switching means for switching the function of the communication device between a digital camera mode and a communication mode, and an incoming call to the communication device. And a display device for displaying a subject to be photographed in the digital camera mode, the display device being openable and closable with respect to the main body of the communication device, wherein the communication device is the digital camera. When the incoming call detection means detects an incoming call while functioning in the mode, the function switching means digitally changes the function of the communication device in response to the display device being operated from the open state to the closed state. It is characterized by switching from camera mode to communication mode.
Furthermore, the communication device of the present invention is a communication device having a digital camera function, and a function switching means for switching the function of the communication device to a digital camera mode, a call mode, and a videophone mode, and an incoming call to the communication device is detected. And a display device for displaying a subject to be photographed in the digital camera mode, the display device being openable and closable with respect to the communication device main body, and changing the orientation of the display device in the open state When the communication device is functioning in the digital camera mode and an incoming call is detected by the incoming call detection means, the display device is opened and is operated so as to face the shooting target side. In response to this, communication in the video phone mode is started.
[0017]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.
[0018]
FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of a mobile communication device as a multi-function communication device according to the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a view taken in the direction of arrow A in FIG.
[0019]
That is, in FIGS. 1 and 2, reference numeral 1 denotes a mobile communication device as an embodiment of a multi-function communication device according to the present invention, and the mobile communication device 1 communicates with the imaging function and the device body 2. Built-in functions.
[0020]
The one side surface 3 of the apparatus body 2 emits light in conjunction with the operation of the shutter button 5 as auxiliary light when the lens 4 for photographing the subject, the shutter button 5 pressed when photographing the subject, and the illuminance is insufficient. A strobe 6 is provided. That is, the mobile communication device 1 has a digital camera function. When the shutter button 5 is pressed during digital image shooting, the strobe 6 emits light as necessary, and the shooting light from the subject is not shown via the lens 4. The image is formed on the CCD. The photographing light imaged on the CCD is converted into an electrical signal, subjected to predetermined image processing and stored in the built-in memory, or used as image data for videophone image communication.
[0021]
Further, a radio antenna 8 is provided on the upper surface 7 of the apparatus main body 2, and radio waves are transmitted / received to / from a terminal device serving as a communication destination.
[0022]
Above the front surface 9 of the apparatus main body 2, a display unit 11 is provided that is attached to the apparatus main body 2 through a hinge 10 so as to be openable and closable. An operation unit 12 is provided below the display unit 11.
[0023]
The operation unit 12 includes a call button 13 that is pressed when starting a call with the communication destination terminal device, a cut button 14 that is pressed when the call ends, and a numeric keypad used to input a desired line number and the like. 15, a mouthpiece 16 for inputting an audio signal to the built-in microphone, and a rectangular monochrome liquid crystal display panel for displaying the state of the apparatus main body 2 such as input contents of various numeric keys 15, electric field strength, battery remaining amount, current date and time, etc. 17 is provided.
[0024]
The display unit 11 is provided so that the substantially square-shaped color liquid crystal display panel 18 faces the apparatus main body 2 when the lid is closed (see FIG. 2), and the back side of the color liquid crystal display panel 18 (that is, the display). On the front side 9 when the unit 11 is closed, there is provided an earpiece 19 for outputting sound via a built-in receiver that receives radio waves from the external communication device.
[0025]
As shown in FIG. 2, a detection hole 20 is provided in the upper left corner of the display unit 11 on the color liquid crystal display panel 18 side, and the device main body 2 side corresponding to the detection hole 20 is provided. The nail | claw part 21 is protrudingly provided so that expansion-contraction is possible. And the nail | claw part 21 is lightly pressed and latched by the detection hole 20 so that the display part 11 may not open unexpectedly when the display part 11 is closed, and the said detection hole 20 lightly presses the said nail | claw part 21. It is comprised so that it can detect and the closed state of the display part 11 can be detected. As a result, it is possible to have a conversation with the communication destination terminal device in a state where the earpiece 19 is in front and the color liquid crystal display panel 18 is closed so that it cannot be contacted from the outside.
[0026]
Further, the display unit 11 includes a magnetic sensor 22 such as a Hall element and is pivotally attached to the hinge 10 via a rotation shaft (not shown). The display unit 11 uses the rotation shaft as a support shaft. It can be rotated in the direction of arrow B. The hinge 11 includes a permanent magnet 24. When the magnetic sensor 22 and the permanent magnet 24 are opposed to each other, the display unit 11 rotates 180 degrees in the direction of arrow B from the state of FIG. It is possible to detect movement without contact. The mobile communication device 1 captures the user himself / herself with the lens 4 and transmits the captured image data to the communication destination terminal device via the external communication device, while image data is received from the communication destination terminal device. When transmitted, the image data is displayed on the color liquid crystal display panel 18 so that videophone communication is possible. The permanent magnet 24 operates in conjunction with the operation of the hinge 10, and the magnetic flux of the permanent magnet 24 is always directed toward the end face of the display unit 11.
[0027]
FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing a control procedure of the first embodiment of the communication apparatus control method according to the present invention.
[0028]
In step S1, the display unit 11 is opened as shown in FIG. 2, and the mode is set to the digital camera mode. The digital camera mode is set when light press on the detection hole 20 of the claw portion 21 is not detected. Next, in step S2, the user projects the subject on the color liquid crystal display panel 18 of the display unit 11 to determine the angle of view, and then presses the shutter button 5 to photograph the subject. In step S3, it is determined whether there is an incoming call during such shooting. If there is no incoming call during shooting, the process returns to step S2 to continue shooting, while if there is an incoming call during shooting, the process proceeds to step S4 to notify the user of the incoming call. Here, as notification methods for incoming calls, methods such as notification by buzzer sound and vibration, display on the color liquid crystal display panel 18 and the like are known, but in this embodiment, vibration is taken into consideration that shooting is in progress. Incoming call notification is performed by avoiding the notification by the buzzer sound or display on the color liquid crystal display panel 18.
[0029]
In subsequent step S5, whether or not the display unit 11 is closed is detected by whether or not the claw portion 21 is lightly pressed against the detection hole 20. When it is determined that the display unit 11 is not closed, the process returns to step S4, and the user continues to shoot and notifies the user of an incoming call. When it is detected that the claw portion 21 is lightly pressed against the detection hole 20 and the display portion 11 is closed, the process proceeds to step S6, the digital camera mode is canceled, the function is switched to the communication mode, and the process proceeds to step S7. In step S7, the user starts communication using the earpiece 19 and the mouthpiece 16 with the communication destination terminal device.
[0030]
When the display unit 11 is closed, the color liquid crystal display panel 18 is not displayed, and the backlight is turned off to save power. In step S8, it is determined whether or not the communication is finished. When the communication is finished, the user presses the off button 14 and the process is finished.
[0031]
As described above, in the first embodiment, the setting mode is automatically switched from the digital camera mode (photographing mode) to the communication mode by closing the display unit 11, so that the user can operate the call button 13. It is possible to make a call with a contact person. That is, in the first embodiment, the setting mode is automatically switched from the shooting mode to the communication mode simply by closing the display unit 11. Therefore, even when there is an incoming call during shooting, the call button 13 is pressed. Troublesome operations such as mode switching can be omitted, and a quick response to an incoming call during shooting is possible. In addition, since the display unit 11 is closed during the communication mode, a part of a finger or face does not come into contact with the color liquid crystal display panel 18 during communication. Therefore, fingerprints, sebum, cosmetics, etc. can be displayed on the color liquid crystal display panel. It is possible to prevent the display image from degrading when it is attached to 18 and the photographing content after photographing is confirmed.
[0032]
FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a control procedure of the second embodiment of the control method of the communication apparatus according to the present invention.
[0033]
In steps S11 to S14, the same processing as in steps S1 to S4 is executed, and when there is an incoming call during shooting, it is determined whether or not the display unit 11 is closed in step S15. If it is determined that the display unit 11 is closed, the digital camera mode is canceled and the communication mode is switched to perform communication with the communication destination terminal device, similarly to steps S6 to S8 of the first embodiment. The communication is terminated when the OFF button 14 is pressed (step S16 → step S17 → step S18).
[0034]
On the other hand, if the display unit 11 is not closed in step S15, that is, if it is determined that the display unit 11 is kept open, the process proceeds to step S19, where the display unit 11 is 180 ° in the direction of arrow B. It is judged by the magnetic sensor 22 whether or not it has been rotated. If the answer to step S14 is negative (No), the process returns to step S14, and the user continues shooting while giving an incoming call notification to the user.
[0035]
If the answer to step S19 is affirmative (Yes), the lens 4 and the color liquid crystal display panel 18 are located on the same plane. The process proceeds to step S20, and the user takes a picture of his / her face with the lens 4. The image of the other party is displayed on the color liquid crystal display panel 18 and communication is performed while confirming the other party. In other words, the user transmits his / her face as image communication data to the communication destination terminal device, while receiving the face of the communication partner sent from the communication destination terminal device as image communication data, and the image communication data is transmitted to the color liquid crystal Display on the display panel 18. In step S21, it is determined whether or not the videophone call is finished. When the videophone call is finished, the user presses the off button 14 to finish the process. As a result, a videophone using the digital camera function can be started.
[0036]
As described above, in the second embodiment, it is possible to display the face of the other party on the color liquid crystal display panel 18 by utilizing the function as a digital camera, and to selectively shift to the videophone mode. Can do. That is, communication as a videophone is enabled by directing the lens 4 and the color liquid crystal display panel 18 on the same plane.
[0037]
【The invention's effect】
According to the communication apparatus according to the present invention as described in detail above, it is possible to switch appropriately and promptly functions depending on the situation also a communication device which is provided with digital camera function. As a result, a communication device that is easy for the user to use can be provided.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a mobile communication device as an embodiment of a multi-function communication device according to the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a view taken in the direction of arrow A in FIG.
FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing an embodiment of a communication device control method according to the present invention.
FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing another embodiment of a method for controlling a communication apparatus according to the present invention.
[Explanation of symbols]
2 Device body 11 Display unit 20 Detection hole (opening / closing state detection means)
22 Magnetic sensor

Claims (2)

In a communication device with a digital camera function,
Function switching means for switching the function of the communication device between a digital camera mode and a communication mode;
An incoming call detection means for detecting an incoming call to the communication device;
A display device for displaying a shooting target in the digital camera mode,
The display device is openable and closable with respect to the communication apparatus main body, and the display device is in an open state when the incoming call detecting means detects an incoming call when the communication apparatus is functioning in the digital camera mode. The communication apparatus is characterized in that the function switching means switches the function of the communication apparatus from the digital camera mode to the communication mode in response to the operation from the digital camera mode to the closed state. In a communication device with a digital camera function,
Function switching means for switching the function of the communication device to a digital camera mode, a call mode, and a videophone mode;
An incoming call detection means for detecting an incoming call to the communication device;
A display device for displaying a shooting target in the digital camera mode,
The display device is openable and closable with respect to the communication device main body, and the orientation of the display device can be changed in the open state, and the incoming call detection means when the communication device is functioning in the digital camera mode When the incoming call is detected by the function switching means, the function switching means starts communication in the videophone mode in response to the display device being opened and operated to face the shooting target side. A communication device.

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