JP4182618B2 - Electroacoustic transducer and ear-mounted electronic device - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  The present invention relates to an electroacoustic transducer.as well asEar-mounted electronicEquipmentRelated.
[0002]
[Prior art]
In recent years, semiconductor memory has become smaller (cards) and recording capacity has been increasing. For this reason, a smaller portable audio player, a cellular phone, a portable game terminal, a portable information terminal, and the like using the above-described card type semiconductor memory have been developed.
[0003]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, when carrying and using various types of portable devices, it is troublesome because each device must be individually operated. For example, it is conceivable that a user of a mobile phone carries a portable audio player. If you receive a mobile phone call while listening to music with a portable audio player, stop playback of the audio player, then pick up the mobile phone and perform an operation to answer the incoming call. To start. When the call is finished, after the mobile phone is closed, the audio player is taken out and an operation for resuming the reproduction is performed to resume listening to music.
[0004]
As described above, when carrying and using a plurality of portable devices at the same time, the handling is complicated and the usability is not good. Furthermore, there are cases where the portable device cannot be taken out immediately and cannot be operated or used when both hands are occupied, such as when holding a baggage or driving a car.
[0005]
  Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide an electroacoustic transducer capable of making a call without holding it in the hand.as well asEar-mounted electronicapparatusIs to provide.
[0008]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
The present invention has the following features in order to achieve such a problem. In the following description of the means, the configuration corresponding to the embodiment is illustrated as an example in parentheses. Reference numerals and the like are reference numerals for drawings to be described later.
[0009]
  An electroacoustic transducer according to the invention of claim 1 is provided.
  UserAttached toIn an electroacoustic transducer,
  A mobile phone main body (1A) provided with a telephone function unit capable of making a call with the other party and a clock function unit for measuring time and displaying the time measured;
  Band members (1B, 1B) for attaching the mobile phone body (1A) to the arm or head of the user's body;
  A connecting portion (1D; Da, 1Db) for detachably connecting the band members to each other;
  A microphone unit (1C) to which a user's voice is input;
  A speaker portion (1E, 1E) provided at each end of the band member;
  Ear hooks (1Fa, 1Fb) for hooking the speaker portions (1E, 1E) on the ears so as to be fixed to the positions of the left and right ears, respectively;
  HasIt is characterized by that.
[0010]
  According to the first aspect of the present invention, eachWhen the mobile phone body is mounted on the head of the user's body with the ear hook on the ear, the user's voice can be input from the microphone, and the other party's voice can be sent to the band member. It can be heard from the speaker part provided at each tip. For this,Make a call with the other party.
[0011]
  Therefore, one deviceTo mobileSince it is equipped with a phone function, the number of portable devices that can be carried at the same time can be reduced. In addition, it is effective when you can talk on the phone without holding it because it is worn on your ear, and when you are driving a car or you have a lot of luggage and your hands are blocked.
[0013]
  According to the invention of claim 1, not only that,When the band members are connected to each other at the connecting parts and the mobile phone body provided with the watch function part is attached to the arm of the user's body, the display of the watch function part provided on the mobile phone body See the time atMake it possible.
[0014]
  Therefore,Mobile phoneAs a phone functionFunction as a clockEven it can be used.
[0015]
  Claim2The described invention is the electroacoustic transducer according to claim 1, further comprising:
  Music data distributed from outsideIsA receiving unit (for example, the communication I / F unit 9 shown in FIG. 4) that receives the emitted sound data;
  In accordance with the sound emission data received by the receiving unit, a sound emission reproduction control unit (for example, the CPU 2, the music data decoder 13, And an audio output unit 14).
[0016]
  This claim2According to the described invention, the music data distributed from the outside by the receiving unitIsReceiving sound emission data, and according to the sound emission data received by the sound emission reproduction control unit,SpeakerThe sound is played back to the outside by driving and controlling the unit.
[0017]
  Therefore, the desired musicDataIt can be easily acquired and heard as sound.
[0018]
  Claim3The ear-mounted electronic device according to the described invention
  In an ear-mounted electronic device worn by a user,
  A mobile phone main body (1A) provided with a telephone function unit capable of making a call with the other party and a clock function unit for measuring time and displaying the time measured;
  Band members (1B, 1B) for attaching the mobile phone body (1A) to the arm or head of the user's body;
  A connecting portion (1D; Da, 1Db) for detachably connecting the band members to each other;
A microphone unit (1C) to which a user's voice is input;
  A speaker portion (1E, 1E) provided at each end of the band member;
  Ear hooks (1Fa, 1Fb) for hooking the speaker portions (1E, 1E) on the ears so as to be fixed to the positions of the left and right ears, respectively;
  HasIt is characterized by that.
[0019]
  Claim3According to the described invention, eachWhen the mobile phone body is mounted on the head of the user's body with the ear hook on the ear, the user's voice can be input from the microphone, and the other party's voice can be sent to the band member. It can be heard from the speaker part provided at each tip. For this,Make a call with the other party.
[0020]
  Therefore, one deviceTo mobileSince it is equipped with a phone function, the number of portable devices that can be carried at the same time can be reduced. In addition, it is effective when you can talk on the phone without holding it because it is worn on your ear, and when you are driving a car or you have a lot of luggage and your hands are blocked.
  According to the invention of claim 3, not only that,When the band members are connected to each other at the connecting parts and the mobile phone body provided with the watch function part is attached to the arm of the user's body, the display of the watch function part provided on the mobile phone body See the time atMake it possible.
[0021]
  Claim4According to a third aspect of the present invention, in the ear-mounted electronic device according to the third aspect,The clock function unit isTime measuring means for measuring time (for example, the time measuring unit 12 shown in FIG. 4) and time display means for displaying the time measured by the time measuring means (for example, the display unit 4 shown in FIGS. 2 to 4). It is characterized by having prepared.
[0022]
  This claim4According to the described invention, the claims3In the ear-mounted electronic device described in 1), the time is measured by the time measuring means, and the time measured by the time display means is displayed.
[0023]
  Therefore, function as a mobile phoneIn addition to theThe ear-mounted electronic device can be used as a watch.
[0024]
  Claim5The described invention is claimed.3Further, in the ear-mounted electronic device described in the above, mode setting means (for example, mode switches 3a to 3c shown in FIGS. 2 to 3) for setting one of a telephone mode and a playback mode, When the telephone mode is set by the mode setting means, a call can be made with the other party by the calling means, and when the playback mode is set by the mode setting means, the playback means sets the outside. Control means (for example, CPU 2 shown in FIG. 4; S1 to S4 in FIG. 6) for controlling the sound to be emitted and reproduced is provided.
[0025]
  Claim5According to the described invention, the mode setting means sets one of the telephone mode and the playback mode, and when the telephone mode is set by the mode setting means, the call means sets the mode between the other party. When the playback mode is set by the mode setting unit, the control unit controls the playback unit so that sound can be emitted and reproduced externally.
[0026]
Therefore, the telephone mode and the reproduction mode can be switched easily and quickly, and the telephone function or the sound reproduction function can be used according to the set mode.
[0047]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, embodiments of an electroacoustic transducer, an ear-mounted electronic device, and a sound emission reproduction system according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
[0048]
[First Embodiment]
A headphone type mobile phone 1 will be described as an embodiment of an electroacoustic transducer and an ear-mounted electronic device according to the present invention.
[0049]
First, the configuration will be described.
FIG. 1 is a diagram schematically illustrating an example of a usage state when the headphone type mobile phone 1 is worn on the ear, and a state of communication between the headphone type mobile phone 1 and an external device, and FIG. 2 is a headphone type. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an external appearance when the mobile phone 1 is used as a wristwatch, FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a usage state when the headphone type mobile phone 1 is removed from the body, and FIG. FIG. 5A is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of a host server 30 installed in the content distribution center HS. FIG. 5A is a memory configuration of an internal RAM 7 of the headphone mobile phone 1, and FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a memory configuration of an external RAM 8. FIG.
[0050]
As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, the headphone type mobile phone 1 according to the present embodiment is equipped with a mobile phone main body 1 </ b> A incorporating a circuit board and the mobile phone main body 1 </ b> A on the user's body (arm or head). A band member (hereinafter, referred to as band portions 1B and 1B) and a buckle portion 1D (including a buckle female portion 1Da and a buckle male portion 1Db) that detachably connect the band portions 1B and 1B to each other. ing. Further, the mobile phone main body 1A includes a microphone storage unit 1C 'for storing the microphone unit 1C, and the microphone unit 1C stored in the microphone storage unit 1C' is pulled out for use when making a call. Further, speaker units 1E and 1E are provided at the tips of the band units 1B and 1B, respectively, and the ears that are attached to the ears so as to fix the speaker units 1E and 1E to the positions of the left and right ears, respectively, on the buckle units 1Da and 1Db. Hanging portions 1Fa and 1Fb are provided.
[0051]
The band portions 1B and 1B can be deformed so as to be bent. As shown in FIG. 1, without connecting the buckle male part 1Db and the buckle female part 1Da, the ear hook parts 1Fa, 1Fb of the band parts 1B, 1B are hung on the left and right ears, and the mobile phone body 1A is the user's back head Alternatively, the speaker unit 1E or 1E is used in a state where it is suspended from the top of the head, or the band unit 1B is curved as shown in FIG. 2 to connect the buckle male unit 1Db and the buckle female unit 1Da. Thus, it can be used by wrapping around the wrist, the upper arm, or the like, or as shown in FIG.
[0052]
On the front side of the cellular phone main body 1A, a display unit 4 for displaying time and various data, an antenna unit 10 that is a part in which the communication antenna is accommodated in the cellular phone main unit 1A, and music data or book data to be reproduced are selected. Cursor switches 3e and 3f that are operated when performing music, a play switch 3g and stop switch 3h that are operated when instructing to play / stop music, and volume control switches 3i and 3j that are operated when adjusting the volume are provided. ing.
[0053]
Further, a memory card storage portion 8a for storing a memory card used as the external RAM 8 is provided on the upper side of the cellular phone main body 1A. Further, a lid portion 8b of the memory card storage portion 8a is provided on the right side surface. The lid portion 8b can be easily opened and closed by hand so that the memory card can be prevented from falling off and the memory card can be inserted into or removed from the memory card storage portion 8a. The memory card 8 can be attached and detached by opening the lid 8b. Inside the storage portion 8a, a data read / write terminal is provided at a position in contact with a data read / write electrode provided on the memory card side in a state where the memory card is stored at a correct position. The reading and writing of data to the memory card via the card is controlled.
[0054]
Further, mode switches 3a, 3b, and 3c that are pressed when setting the mode are provided on the right side surface of the mobile phone main body 1A. Each mode switch 3a, 3b, and 3c has a telephone mode, A clock mode and a playback mode are assigned.
[0055]
Further, on the left side surface of the cellular phone main body 1A, there is provided a rotation switch unit 11 that is operated when selecting and confirming registered telephone number data and data displayed in a list on the display unit 4 so as to be selectable. Yes. The rotation switch unit 11 is operated by a user's finger (for example, the thumb 310), and can be rotated and pressed. In the rotation operation, the telephone number list and selection item list displayed on the display unit 4 can be scrolled and the reverse display item can be changed in conjunction with the rotation operation direction (vertical direction). The phone number and item selection can be confirmed.
[0056]
In addition, an earphone jack 1G for connecting an earphone plug 20A is provided on the lower left side of the mobile phone body 1A.
[0057]
The band unit 1B has a data input key for inputting numerical values and characters of “0” to “9” on its surface, a dial switch for starting a call, a call end switch for ending a line connection, A dial portion 3d provided with function keys and the like for inputting various operations is provided.
[0058]
Inside the band unit 1B, wiring for transmitting various key and switch pressing operation signals provided in the dial unit 3d to the CPU 2 provided in the mobile phone body 1A is provided.
[0059]
The headphone type mobile phone 1 configured as described above reproduces sound output data (music or voice) from the speaker unit 1E to the outside in accordance with music data or book data (hereinafter referred to as content data). Data such as a function (playback mode), a clock function (clock mode) that clocks calendar data such as the current time, time, date, etc., and displays it on the display unit 4, and a call to a desired destination or content data download And a telephone function (telephone mode) capable of communication.
[0060]
When using the reproduction function, for example, as shown in FIG. 1, the two speaker units 1E and 1E are worn and used so as to be applied to the left and right ears of the user. When the telephone function is used, the microphone unit 1C is further pulled out from the microphone storage unit 1C 'to the mouth. When using the timepiece function, for example, as shown in FIG. 2, the band portions 1B and 1B are wound around the user's arm, connected by the buckle portion 1D, and attached to the arm for use. When making a call to the other party, for example, as shown in FIG. 3, the buckle unit 1D is detached and held with one hand of the user, and the dial number 3d is operated with the finger of the other hand to input the telephone number. . Alternatively, a desired telephone number is selected and confirmed from the registered telephone number data by operating the rotary switch unit 11.
[0061]
In the telephone mode, as shown in FIG. 1, a call is made with another mobile communication terminal 44 via a base station 43 of the mobile communication network, or an external telephone terminal is connected via a network 40 such as a public line network. You can make a call. It is also possible to connect to a server 30 (installed in the content distribution center HS) accessible via the network 40 and download desired content data. It is also possible to connect to a data distribution terminal 42 installed in a CD shop, bookstore, or convenience store by wired or wireless connection and receive distribution of desired content data.
[0062]
In the playback mode, the content data stored in the memory card 8 stored in the memory card storage portion 8a of the mobile phone body 1A can be played back and the sound emitted from the speaker portions 1E and 1E can be heard. Among the content data, music data is decoded and reproduced by a music data decoder 13 described later, and the audio output unit 14 converts the music signal into sound and outputs it from the speaker units 1E and 1E. The book data is subjected to speech synthesis processing in a later-described speech generation unit 16 to generate a read-out speech (reading), and a speech signal is converted into speech (sound) in the speech output unit 14 from the speaker units 1E and 1E. Output. The display unit 4 displays related data (content name, artist name, lyrics, performance time, book name, author name, publisher name, etc.) regarding the content data being played back.
[0063]
In the timepiece mode, the headphone type mobile phone 1 measures the time in the timer unit 12 and displays it on the display unit 4.
[0064]
Next, the circuit configuration of the headphone type mobile phone 1 and the circuit configuration of the host server 30 installed in the content distribution center HS will be described with reference to FIG.
[0065]
As shown in FIG. 4, the headphone type mobile phone 1 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 2, an input unit 3, a display unit 4, a display drive circuit 5, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 6, and an internal RAM (Random Access Memory) 7. , External RAM (storage medium; memory card) 8, communication I / F unit 9, antenna unit 10, rotation switch unit 11, timing unit 12, music data decoder 13, audio output unit 14, audio input unit 15, and reading out The voice generation unit 16 is configured.
[0066]
As shown in FIG. 4, the host server 30 installed in the content distribution center HS includes content data including either music data or book data, and information related to the content data (song title, singer name, lyrics, book) Music / book data ROM 32 storing a plurality of related data (name, publisher, author name) and music data and related data requested from a telephone terminal (including the headphone type mobile phone 1) connected via communication. The distribution unit 33 that distributes the data to the request source, the transfer unit 34 that transfers various data among a plurality of telephone terminals, and the music data, book data, and related data stored in the music / book data ROM 32 CPU 31 that controls to transmit to.
[0067]
Here, the music data stored in the music / book data ROM 32 is, for example, waveform-coded music data such as PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) data. It is preferable that the data is compressed and encoded and stored so as to provide high-quality sound quality and at the same time efficiently download and reduce communication costs and traffic. For example, a compression encoding method using auditory characteristics such as MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer III) is used.
[0068]
The book data stored in the music / book data ROM 32 includes character data, onomatopoeia data, and read-out voice reproduction data included in the book. The read-out voice reproduction data is various data necessary for generating the read-out voice data in the read-out voice generation unit 16 described later. For example, it includes reproduction information of onomatopoeia (explosive pronunciation, wind sound, etc.), and a voice table for each character in which the voice type of the character is set.
[0069]
Based on the key operation signal supplied from the input unit 3, the CPU 2 of the headphone type mobile phone 1 reads out various control programs stored in a predetermined storage area of the ROM 6, temporarily stores it in the internal RAM 7, and based on the program Various processes are executed to centrally control each unit of the headphone type mobile phone 1. That is, the CPU 2 executes various processes based on the read predetermined program, stores the processing results in the internal RAM 7, and generates display data on the display unit 4 based on the processing results in the display drive circuit 5. Display.
[0070]
Further, the CPU 2 reads a processing program corresponding to the telephone mode, the clock mode, or the reproduction mode from the ROM 6 in response to the pressing operation of any of the mode switches 3a, 3b, and 3c, and executes processing corresponding to each mode. For example, telephone processing (part 1) (see FIG. 7), telephone processing (part 2) (see FIG. 8), clock processing (see FIG. 9), content data selection processing (see FIG. 10), download / incoming of content data A music playback setting process (see FIG. 12), a playback process (see FIG. 17), and the like are executed.
[0071]
The input unit 3 includes mode switches 3a, 3b, and 3c that are pressed when the mode is switched to the telephone mode, the clock mode, and the reproduction mode, and a dial unit 3d that is used to input instructions for executing dial operations and various processes. Cursor switches 3e and 3f for inputting various selection operations, a play switch 3g for instructing reproduction / stop of music data and book data, a stop switch 3h, and volume control switches 3i and 3j are provided. Furthermore, a switch for instructing fast-forwarding or rewinding of music may be provided. The function keys of the dial section 3d include an auto dial switch 3S that is operated when a call is automatically made to a preset number, an OK key that is pressed when confirming, and the like. The auto dial switch 3S is a switch that is pressed when accessing the host server 30 of the content distribution center HS. When the auto dial switch 3S is pressed, a telephone provided in the communication I / F unit 9 is used. The line is automatically connected to the host server 30 by the automatic transmission unit.
[0072]
The display unit 4 is configured by an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) or the like, and displays display data generated in the display drive circuit 5 in accordance with a display instruction from the CPU 2. For example, the clock information such as the current time, date, and day of the week is displayed in the clock mode, the music data to be played back and the related data of the book data are displayed in the playback mode. Displays the communication connection status, related data of the content data being downloaded, and the like.
[0073]
The ROM 6 stores various processing programs and data corresponding to the headphone type mobile phone 1, data processed by each processing program, and the like. The processing programs include mode setting processing (see FIG. 6), telephone processing (part 1) (see FIG. 7), telephone processing (part 2) (see FIG. 8), clock processing (see FIG. 9), content data selection processing (see FIG. There are various processing programs corresponding to music data download / incoming music playback setting processing (see FIG. 12) and playback processing (see FIG. 17). Each of these programs is stored in the ROM 6 in the form of a readable program code, and the CPU 2 sequentially executes operations according to the program code.
[0074]
The ROM 6 includes an audio data ROM 6A that stores a plurality of audio waveform data in order to convert book data into read-out audio data.
[0075]
The voice data ROM 6A stores voice waveform data (analog data or PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) data) suitable for the voice synthesis method adopted by the reading voice generator 16. For example, in a recording / editing system, a speech waveform generated by a person is stored as it is or after being encoded. The unit of the waveform may be a word or a phrase. In the parameter editing method, a voice waveform uttered by a person is analyzed and stored in a form converted into a parameter. Also, in the rule synthesis method, basic small unit feature parameters such as syllables, phonemes, and waveforms between one pitch are extracted from character strings or phonemic symbol strings based on phonetic and linguistic rules. To do. In addition to human speech, waveform data of animal crying sounds and sounds existing in nature (wind sounds, explosion sounds, etc .; onomatopoeia) are stored.
[0076]
The reading voice generation unit 16 is configured by, for example, a text voice synthesis system using a rule synthesis method in order to convert a text (character) portion of book data into voice data. A text-to-speech synthesis system using the rule synthesis method is composed of a sentence analysis unit, a speech synthesis rule unit, and a speech synthesis unit.
[0077]
The sentence analysis unit includes a dictionary that stores a plurality of words. The dictionary stores information such as kana, grammatical information, and accents. Here, while checking the grammatical connection relationship of words in a sentence (syntactic analysis), it collates with words registered in the dictionary in order from the beginning of the sentence, and categorizes them into word sequences. Acquire information such as reading kana, grammatical information, and accents.
[0078]
The speech synthesis rule part analyzes the change in reading (phonological rules) such as word turbidity, nasalization, and devoicing caused by the sequence of words, and changes (prosodic rules) such as movement, disappearance, and occurrence of accents. The voice synthesis control parameters are determined by determining the accent. The speech synthesis control parameters are, for example, a synthesis unit (CVC unit or the like) such as a group of phrases or a pause (between), voice pitch, stress, and intonation.
[0079]
When the speech synthesis control parameters are thus determined, the speech synthesis unit synthesizes speech waveforms based on the synthesis unit and control parameters stored in the speech data ROM 6A of the ROM 6.
[0080]
Furthermore, the book data has a voice table for each character in which a voice type is set in advance for each character or reader of the story, and the voice data is combined with the determined voice synthesis control parameter at the time of voice synthesis. The voice corresponding to the corresponding voice type is synthesized. In the voice table for each character, parameters such as voice pitch, stress, and intonation according to the gender and age of the characters are set. In addition, parameters such as voice pitch, stress, and intonation are set according to the reader who reads the book data.
[0081]
FIG. 5A is a diagram illustrating the memory configuration of the internal RAM 7, and FIG. 5B is a diagram illustrating the memory configuration of the external RAM 8.
The internal RAM 7 includes a display memory 7a, a mode data memory 7b, a content data No. 5 as well as a work memory that temporarily stores a designated processing program, input instructions, input data, processing results, and the like. A memory 7c, a content data memory 7d, a related data memory 7e, a sender ID memory 7f, a dial data memory 7g, a time register 7h, an incoming music setting data memory 7i, and an incoming register 7j are provided.
[0082]
Display data to be displayed on the display unit 4 generated in the display driving circuit 5 is secured in the display register 7a.
[0083]
The mode data memory 7b stores mode setting data set by operating the mode switch keys 3a, 3b, 3c. Modes that can be selected in the headphone type mobile phone 1 include a telephone mode, a clock mode, and a playback mode. When the mode switch 3a, 3b, 3c corresponding to any one of the three modes is pressed, the CPU 2 sets the mode corresponding to the pressed switch in the mode data memory 7b of the internal RAM 7, and the mode The processing program corresponding to is read out from the ROM 6 and starts to be executed.
[0084]
Content data No. In the memory 7c, content data No., which is a unique number of content data selected for reproduction, is stored. Is stored. In the content data memory 7d, the selected content data No. Is read from the external RAM 8 and secured. Further, related data corresponding to the selected content data is stored in the related data memory 7e.
[0085]
The sender ID memory 7f stores the sender ID of its own headphone type mobile phone 1. The sender ID is, for example, an ID code or a registration code given from the host server 30 or an individual code (such as a serial number) individually assigned to each headphone type mobile phone 1. When downloading music data, a transmitter ID is transmitted from the communication I / F unit 9 together with data requesting download.
[0086]
The dial data memory 7g stores a plurality of registered telephone number data. For example, telephone number data for communication connection to the content distribution center HS, and telephone number data of partners such as friends and business partners who make frequent calls are registered and stored. Data such as name, address, and company name may be registered in association with the telephone number.
[0087]
In the time register 7h, time data and date data timed by the time measuring unit 12 are sequentially updated and stored.
[0088]
The incoming music setting data memory 7i stores the No. of the music data set as the incoming music in the process of downloading the content data and setting the music playback at the time of incoming. Is memorized.
[0089]
The incoming register 7j stores information about a position where the reproduction of data is stopped when a call is received during reproduction of music data or book data.
[0090]
FIG. 5B is a diagram for explaining the memory configuration of the external RAM 8.
As the external RAM 8, a small and portable memory card composed of a nonvolatile semiconductor memory is used. In the external RAM 8, a content data memory 8a that is an area for storing a plurality of content data including either music data or book data and an associated data memory 8b that is an area for storing related data are set.
[0091]
The content data and related data stored in the external RAM 8 are, for example, those downloaded from the content distribution center HS accessible via the Internet 40 via the communication I / F unit 9, personal computers (hereinafter referred to as PCs). It is written using an external device. From the content data stored in the external RAM 8, it is possible to select and reproduce desired music, set as incoming music, or select a desired book and reproduce read-out sound.
[0092]
The communication I / F unit 9 includes a modulation / demodulation circuit that modulates and demodulates call voice data, modulates the voice digital data input from the voice input unit 15 so as to conform to the communication system of the mobile phone, It transmits to the base station via the antenna unit 10. Further, when the communication I / F unit 9 receives the incoming signal transmitted from the base station by the antenna unit 10, the communication I / F unit 9 gives an incoming call detection signal to the CPU 2, demodulates the received voice data, and passes it to the voice output unit 14. The audio output unit 14 converts the demodulated audio digital data into audio analog data by a D / A converter, and outputs it as audio from the speaker unit 1E via an amplifier. In addition, various data are transmitted and received in order to access the content distribution center HS and download desired content data. When the antenna unit 10 detects an incoming call, it outputs an incoming call detection signal to the CPU 2.
[0093]
When the communication I / F unit 9 detects an incoming call, the CPU 2 starts a call process when a dial switch provided in the dial unit 3d is operated. Further, when the user operates the dial unit 3d to instruct the other party to make a call, a call signal is transmitted to the other party, and when there is a response from the other party, the calling process is started.
[0094]
In addition, when the auto dial switch 3S provided in the dial unit 3d is operated, the telephone automatic transmission unit of the communication I / F unit 9 automatically connects the line to the host server 30 installed in the content distribution center HS. Send various data. In addition, various data transmitted from the host server 30 are automatically received.
[0095]
The rotation switch unit 11 is operated by a user's finger (for example, the thumb 310), and can be rotated in the vertical direction in FIG. 2 and can be pressed toward the mobile phone body 1A. In the rotation operation, the display screen of the display unit 4 can be scrolled and the reverse display position can be moved in conjunction with the rotation operation direction (vertical direction), and in the press operation, the selection of the reverse display item can be confirmed. Can do.
[0096]
The timekeeping unit 12 keeps time and date, and the time and the like are sent to the time register 7h of the internal RAM 7 via the CPU 2 and sequentially updated and set. For example, it is composed of an oscillation circuit that oscillates an electric signal of a predetermined frequency and a frequency dividing circuit that divides the signal from the oscillation circuit to obtain a signal of a predetermined frequency, and measures the current time by counting the signal. The configuration.
[0097]
The music data decoder 13 is composed of an audio decoding circuit for performing a decoding process using a decoding method corresponding to music data. The audio signal decoded by the music data decoder 13 is subjected to predetermined audio processing in the audio output unit 14, converted into sound, and output from the speaker units 1E and 1E.
[0098]
The audio output unit 14 includes a D / A converter, an LPF, an amplifier, and the like. During a call, the communication voice data of the other party received by the communication I / F unit 9 is D / A converted, and the voice signal is amplified to a predetermined volume by an amplifier and output as a voice from the speaker unit 1E. Also, during music playback, the digital audio data decoded by the music data decoder 13 is converted into an analog audio signal (L / R) by a D / A converter, and frequency components above a predetermined frequency are cut by an LPF. The noise is removed, the amplifier is amplified to a predetermined volume, and is output as sound from the left and right speaker units 1E and 1E. Further, at the time of reproducing the read-out sound of the book data, the read-out sound data generated in the read-out sound generating unit 16 is converted into an analog sound signal by the D / A converter, and the frequency component higher than a predetermined frequency is cut by the LPF to generate noise. Is amplified to a predetermined volume by an amplifier and output as a read-out voice from the speaker unit 1E.
[0099]
The audio input unit 15 is configured by an A / D converter or the like, converts a user's audio signal (analog signal) input from the microphone unit 1C into a digital signal, and outputs the digital signal to the CPU 2.
[0100]
Next, the operation will be described.
The headphone type mobile phone 1 of the present embodiment executes processing according to various modes set in the mode setting processing, but normally the timekeeping unit 12 always keeps the current time. In addition, it waits for a pressing operation of the mode switches 3a, 3b, 3c.
[0101]
FIG. 6 is a flowchart for explaining the mode setting process.
The headphone type mobile phone 1 stands by for any pressing operation of the mode switches 3a, 3b, 3c, and when any of the mode switches 3a, 3b, 3c is pressed, the CPU 2 starts the mode setting process. .
[0102]
The CPU 2 determines the type of the pressed mode switch (Step S1). Here, when it is determined that the mode switch 3a corresponding to the telephone mode has been operated, telephone processing described later is executed (step S2). If it is determined that the mode switch 3b corresponding to the clock mode has been operated, a clock process to be described later is executed (step S3). When it is determined that the mode switch 3c corresponding to the reproduction mode has been operated, a reproduction process described later is executed (step S4).
[0103]
Hereinafter, telephone processing in the telephone mode, clock processing in the clock mode, processing for selecting and downloading desired content data, and playback processing in the playback mode will be described.
[0104]
(Telephone processing)
First, the telephone process (part 1) executed when making a call to the other party will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. FIG. 7 is a flowchart for explaining the telephone processing (part 1).
[0105]
When using the headphone type mobile phone 1 to make a call to the other party and making a call, first, the headphone type mobile phone 1 is held with one hand as shown in FIG. 3, and the telephone mode switch 3a is pressed (step). A1; Yes).
[0106]
Then, a telephone number is input by operating the dial unit 3d, or a desired call partner is selected from the telephone number data stored in the dial data memory 7g of the internal RAM 7 by operating the rotary switch unit 11, Alternatively, when the dial connection to the content distribution center HS is instructed by the operation of the auto dial switch 3S and then the dial switch is pressed (step A2; Yes), the communication I / F unit 9 is input or selected. Call the telephone number (step A3). Before answering the call at the other party, the ear hooks 1Fa and 1Fb are put on both ears, the speaker parts 1E and 1E are placed on both ears, and the microphone part 1C is pulled out to the mouth.
[0107]
When a dial connection is established to the other party or the content distribution center HS (step A4; Yes), a call process is executed (step A5).
[0108]
In the call processing to the other party, the voice signal (analog signal) of the user input from the microphone unit 1C is converted into a digital signal by the voice input unit 15 and transmitted from the communication I / F unit 9 to the other party. Is received by the communication I / F unit 9 and output to the CPU 2, converted into voice by the voice output unit 14, and emitted from the speaker unit 1E. Further, the CPU 2 causes the display unit 4 to display call related information such as the telephone number of the other party.
[0109]
In a call process to the content distribution center HS, a content data selection process (see FIG. 10) described later and a music playback setting process (see FIG. 12) at the time of downloading / receiving the content data described later are executed.
[0110]
Further, when a call from the other party is received while the headphone type mobile phone 1 is used in the clock mode or the reproduction mode, the telephone processing (part 2) shown in FIG. 8 is started. FIG. 8 is a flowchart for explaining a telephone process (part 2) executed when a call from the other party is received.
[0111]
When an incoming call is detected by the antenna unit 10 and an incoming call detection signal is output to the CPU 2 (step A10; Yes), it is determined whether music data or book data is currently being reproduced (step A11). . When the music data or the book data is being reproduced (step A11; Yes), the CPU 2 stops the reproduction (step A12). At this time, the CPU 2 stores the stop position of the music data or book data in the incoming register 7j of the internal RAM 7 (step A13). Further, the CPU 2 controls to notify the incoming call. For example, a notification of an incoming call may be a predetermined ringtone (music data set in the incoming music setting data memory 7i of the internal RAM 7 or preset music or sound) or message voice (message voice data is stored in the ROM 6). )) Or vibration using a vibrator or the like. Further, an incoming message may be displayed on the display unit 4 (step A14).
[0112]
Thereafter, when an incoming call is answered by pressing the dial switch, call processing is started (step A15). When the call ends (step A16; Yes), the CPU 2 reads the stop position data of the music data or book data from the incoming register 7j of the internal RAM 7 (step A17), and resumes the reproduction of the music data or book data from the stop position. Then, the normal playback mode is restored (step A18), and the telephone process (part 2) is terminated.
[0113]
In step A11, when music data or book data is not being reproduced at the time of the incoming call, the incoming call is notified in the same manner as in step A14 (step A19). Is executed (step A20), and when the call is finished (step A21: Yes), the mode returns to the clock mode and the telephone process (part 2) is finished.
[0114]
As described above, when the headphone type mobile phone 1 is set to the telephone mode, the telephone processing (part 1) is executed to enable a call with the other party. When making a call, the buckle 1D is removed, the headphone-type mobile phone 1 is held with one hand, and the dial 3d or the rotary switch 11 is operated to make a call to the other party with the desired dial number. During a call, the user can make a call with both hands open by putting the ear hooks 1Fa and 1Fb on the left and right ears, placing the speaker units 1E and 1E on the left and right ears, and pulling out the microphone 1C to the mouth.
[0115]
Also, when there is an incoming call while using the headphone type mobile phone 1 in the playback mode, the telephone processing (part 2) is executed to stop the reproduction of the music data or book data being played, and the incoming call is received. Is notified. Also, after the call is finished, the playback is resumed from the playback stop position of the music or book. Therefore, it is possible to omit an operation for stopping the music or the book being reproduced, and it is possible to quickly answer the incoming call.
[0116]
In the above example, when a call is received during playback of music data or book data, the playback is paused. However, without pause, playback is continued with the volume reduced to a level that does not interfere with the call. Then, when the call ends, the original volume may be restored.
[0117]
(Clock processing)
Next, the clock processing will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 9 is a flowchart for explaining a clock process executed when the clock mode is set.
[0118]
When the headphone type mobile phone 1 is used to display the current time and date / time on the display unit 4, the watch mode switch 3b provided on the right side of the mobile phone body 1A is pressed to set the watch mode ( Step B1; Yes).
[0119]
When the CPU 2 sets the time mode in the mode data memory 7b of the internal RAM 7, the CPU 2 refers to the current time measured by the time measuring unit 12 (step B2), and ensures an update in the time register 7h of the internal RAM 7 (step B3). The display drive circuit 5 generates display data for displaying the date, the current time, etc. in the display drive circuit 5, stores it in the display register 7 a of the internal RAM 7, and displays it on the display unit 4 (step 4). B4).
[0120]
In this way, it is possible to instantaneously switch to the clock mode by simply pressing the mode switch 3b, and to display the current time and date on the display unit 4. Therefore, the headphone type mobile phone 1 can be used as a watch.
[0121]
(Content data selection process ~ download process)
Next, processing for downloading desired content data (music data or book data) from the content distribution center HS will be described with reference to FIGS.
[0122]
FIG. 10 is a flowchart for explaining the content data selection process, and FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a content (music) selection screen 4a displayed in the content data selection process. FIG. 12 is a flowchart for explaining the music playback setting process when content data is downloaded / received. FIGS. 13, 14, and 15 are examples of a download necessity screen 4b and a charge display screen 4c, respectively. It is a figure which shows the example of the example and the incoming call music setting screen 4d. FIG. 16 is a flowchart for explaining the flow of processing executed in the headphone type mobile phone 1 and the host server 30 of the content distribution center HS when selecting desired content data or downloading content data. .
[0123]
When downloading content data such as music data and book data, first, content data selection processing shown in FIG. 10 is executed. When the auto dial switch 3S is pressed and a line is connected to the content distribution center HS, the communication I / F unit 9 transmits the sender ID of its own headphone type mobile phone 1 to the content distribution center HS. When the content distribution center HS receives the sender ID, the content distribution center HS returns related data relating to distributable content data.
[0124]
When the headphone type mobile phone 1 receives related data about content data that can be distributed from the content distribution center HS, the CPU 2 displays a list of the related data on the display unit 4. For example, as shown in FIG. 11, a content (music) selection screen 4a is displayed (step C1; see FIG. 11).
[0125]
As shown in FIG. 11, the content (music) selection screen 4a has a message M1 “select from the next music data” prompting selection of music to be downloaded and related data G1, G2, related to music data that can be distributed. G3,... Are displayed in a list. For example, music data No. The related data G1 of “1” is displayed as “Song A Lyrics a Singer Name α”. The related data G2 of “2” is displayed as “Song B Lyrics b Singer Name β”. The related data G3 of “3” is displayed as “Song C Lyrics c Singer Name γ”. Further, the pointer P is displayed on the content (music) selection screen 4a, and the display position of the pointer P is moved in accordance with the operation of the cursor switches 3e and 3f, and the desired music data is selected from the related data described above. can do. Although an example of the music data selection screen is shown here, when a download of book data is requested, the book selection screen is displayed in the same manner.
[0126]
When the content data for which distribution is requested is selected from the related data displayed in the list and determined (step C2; Yes), the CPU 2 determines the No. of the selected content data. Is stored in the internal RAM 7 (step C3). The CPU 2 then selects the No. of the selected content data. Is transmitted to the content distribution center HS together with the sender ID (step C4).
[0127]
Thereafter, when receiving a reception confirmation message returned from the content distribution center HS, the CPU 2 displays the message on the display unit 4 (step C5).
[0128]
Next, the CPU 2 executes a music reproduction setting process at the time of downloading / receiving the content data shown in FIG.
First, the CPU 2 displays a download necessity screen 4b on the display unit 4 (step C10; see FIG. 13). As shown in FIG. 13, on the download necessity screen 4b, a message M2 “Download the selected music“ song name ”?”, Options “1 No” and “2 Yes”, and these options are displayed. A pointer P for indicating is displayed. Although an example of the download necessity screen for music data is shown here, when the download of book data is requested, the book download necessity screen is displayed in the same manner.
[0129]
On the download necessity screen 4b, when the pointer P is moved up and down by the operation of the cursor switches 3e and 3f or the operation of the rotation switch unit 11 and "2 Yes" is instructed (step C11; Yes), the host server No. 30 of the content data desired to be distributed as a signal for requesting charge data to No. 30. Send with. At this time, the sender ID is also transmitted at the same time.
When the host server 30 receives the charge data request signal, the host server 30 receives the No. of the received content data. Check the charge data corresponding to and return it to the request sender.
[0130]
When the charge data is received, the headphone type mobile phone 1 displays it on the display unit 4 (step C13; see FIG. 14). For example, as shown in FIG. 14, related data “Song C” and fee data R of “100 yen” are displayed on the fee display screen 4 c as “music data fee”.
[0131]
Thereafter, when the charge is confirmed on the charge display screen 4c and the OK key provided on the dial unit 3d is operated (step C14; Yes), the CPU 2 stores the virtual currency data for the network according to the presented charge, Data No. of the content requesting download At the same time, the data is transmitted to the host server 30 (step C15). At this time, the sender ID is also transmitted.
[0132]
The host server 30 that has received the virtual currency data receives the received virtual currency data and the content data No. The corresponding music data or book data and related data are read from the music / book data ROM 32 and returned to the transmission source.
[0133]
Upon receiving the requested content data and related data, the headphone type mobile phone 1 stores the content data and related data in the storage area of the external RAM 8 (step C16), and when reception is completed (step C17; Yes), downloads are performed. The communication connection with the content distribution center HS is terminated.
[0134]
When “1 No” is selected on the download necessity screen 4b shown in FIG. 13 and download is not required (step C12; Yes), the processing in steps C13 to C17 is skipped, and the content distribution center HS is connected. Disconnect the communication connection immediately.
[0135]
Next, by the process of step C18, the CPU 2 displays the incoming music setting screen 4d on the display unit 4 for setting the music to be played when a call is received (step C18; see FIG. 15).
[0136]
As shown in FIG. 15, on the incoming music setting screen 4d, a message M3 “Music playback setting at incoming call?”, Options “1 Yes” and “2 No”, and instructions for instructing these options A pointer P is displayed.
[0137]
In the ringing music setting screen 4d, when the pointer P is moved up and down by the operation of the cursor switches 3e and 3f or by the rotation switch unit 11 and "1 Yes" is instructed (step C19; Yes), the ringing music is displayed. Set to play with specific music. That is, it is possible to select desired music data from a plurality of music data stored in the external RAM 8 and set it as music to be played back when an incoming call is received. When music to be played at the time of an incoming call is selected by operation of a numeric key or the like provided on the dial unit 3d, the CPU 2 selects No. of the selected music data. Is stored in the incoming music setting data memory 7i of the internal RAM 7 (step C20).
[0138]
On the incoming music setting screen 4d, when the pointer P is moved up and down by the operation of the cursor switches 3e and 3f and "2 No" is instructed (step C19; No), the process of step C20 is skipped and the process is performed. finish. In this case, the music to be played at the time of an incoming call is not set, so the random playback is set. Alternatively, an incoming call is notified by a predetermined ring tone set in advance.
[0139]
Next, processing executed in the content distribution center HS when content data is downloaded will be described with reference to FIG.
[0140]
First, the data related to the application for content distribution and the sender ID are transmitted from the headphone type mobile phone 1 to the content distribution center HS (step D1), and the host server 30 receives the application data and the sender ID (step D2). The CPU 31 of the host server 30 stores the received sender ID and the like in the RAM 31A of the host server 30. Then, the CPU 31 of the host server 30 displays the selection prompting display data (including related data) for prompting the headphone type mobile phone 1 to display the display prompting the selection of the content data (content (music) selection screen 4a). A reply is sent to the transmission source of the application data (step D3).
[0141]
The headphone type mobile phone 1 displays a content (music) selection screen 4a on the display unit 4 based on the received selection prompting display data (step D4; see FIG. 11). In addition, the content data No. of the content data selected on the content (music) selection screen 4a. Is transmitted to the content distribution center HS together with the sender ID (step D5).
[0142]
In the host server 30, the content data No. selected in the headphone type mobile phone 1. When the sender ID is received (step D6), it is secured in the RAM 31A, and then the No. of the selected data is read from the message ROM in the host server 30 (not shown). Is read and sent back to the transmission source (step D7). The headphone type mobile phone 1 displays a confirmation message on the display unit 4 (step D8).
[0143]
Next, the host server 30 transmits data for displaying the download necessity confirmation screen 4b to the headphone type mobile phone 1 (step D9). Upon receiving the data for displaying the download necessity confirmation screen 4b, the headphone type mobile phone 1 displays the content data download necessity screen 4b (see FIG. 13) on the display unit 4 based on the received data (step S4). D10). If download is required, data indicating that is transmitted from the headphone type mobile phone 1 to the host server 30 (step D11).
[0144]
The host server 30 reads the charge data of the content data to be downloaded from the charge data memory (not shown) and sends it back to the headphone type mobile phone 1 (step D12). The headphone-type mobile phone 1 displays a charge display screen 4c on the display unit 4 based on the received charge data (step D13; see FIG. 14), the displayed charge is accepted, and the OK key is pressed. The fact that the payment of the fee has been confirmed is transmitted to the host server 30 (step D14), and the virtual currency data corresponding to the fee data is transmitted to the host server 30 (step D15).
[0145]
When the host server 30 approves the fee data and receives the virtual currency data corresponding to the fee data, the requested content data and related data are read from the music / book data ROM 32 and delivered to the distribution unit 33, and the request source Distribute to the headphone type mobile phone 1 (step D16). In the headphone type mobile phone 1, the received content data and related data are stored in the content data memory 8a and the related data memory 8b of the external RAM 8 (step D17).
[0146]
As described above, the headphone type mobile phone 1 can download content data such as desired music data or book data by accessing the content distribution center HS capable of communication connection. It is also possible to store a plurality of received content data in the external RAM 8, select desired content data from a plurality of stored content data and reproduce it, or set it as ringing music. . Therefore, it is possible to quickly and easily obtain desired music data and book data from anytime and anywhere by using the telephone function to access the content distribution center HS without going directly to a CD shop or the like.
[0147]
(Reproduction processing)
Next, the reproduction process will be described with reference to FIGS.
FIG. 17 is a flowchart for explaining the reproduction process executed in the reproduction mode. FIG. 18 shows an example of the related data list display screen 4e, and FIG. 19 shows an example of the display screen 4f during music reproduction.
[0148]
When the content data stored in the external RAM 8 of the headphone type mobile phone 1 is played back and listened to from the speaker unit 1E, the playback mode switch 3c provided on the right side of the mobile phone body 1A is pressed (step E1; Yes).
[0149]
The CPU 2 sets a playback mode in the mode data memory 7b of the internal RAM 7 and executes a playback process according to the content to emit music or sound.
[0150]
First, the CPU 2 reads related data such as song titles or book names for all content data stored in the external RAM 8 and displays a list on the display unit 4 (step E2; see FIG. 18). In the related data list display screen 4e shown in FIG. 18, the content data No. stored in the external RAM 8 is displayed together with the message M4 “What music do you want to listen to?”. And related data such as song titles (or book titles) are displayed as a list such as “1C song” and “2D song”. In addition, a pointer P for selecting one of related data such as a song title (or book name) displayed in a list is displayed.
[0151]
On the related data list display screen 4e, when the song title or book name is selected by the operation of the cursor switches 3e, 3f or the rotation switch unit 11 (step E3), and the play switch 3g is further turned on (step E4; Yes), the CPU 2 reads the content data and the related data corresponding to the selected song title or book name from the external RAM 8, and stores them in the content data memory 7d and the related data memory 7e of the internal RAM 7 (step E5).
[0152]
The CPU 2 reads the related data stored in the internal RAM 7 and displays detailed information (song title, lyrics, singer name, book name, author name, publisher name, etc.) on the display unit 4 (step E6). See FIG. 19). For example, when “1 C song” is selected on the related data list display screen 4e shown in FIG. 18, as shown in FIG. 19, a message M5 “current music” and detailed information M6 on the related data are displayed. A display screen 4f during music playback displaying “C song”, “lyric c”, “singer name γ” and the like is displayed.
[0153]
Thereafter, the CPU 2 executes a reproduction process of the content data stored in the internal RAM 7. That is, in the case of music data, the music data stored in the internal RAM 7 is transferred to the music data decoder 13 to perform decoding processing, and the digital music data decoded by the audio output unit 14 is converted into sound. Sound is emitted from the speaker unit 1E. Further, in the case of book data, the book data stored in the internal RAM 7 is passed to the reading voice generation unit 16 to perform voice synthesis processing, and the generated reading voice signal is converted into sound (voice) by the voice output unit 14. Then, the sound is emitted from the speaker unit 1E (step E7).
[0154]
If the stop switch 3h is turned on while music or a book reading voice is being reproduced (step E8; Yes), the reproduction of the music data or the book data is stopped and the process is terminated.
[0155]
In this way, in the reproduction process, desired content data is selected from the content data such as music data or book data stored in the external RAM 8 and is reproduced and output as sound (music or voice).
[0156]
As described above, the headphone type mobile phone 1 according to the first embodiment has a playback function, a phone function, and a clock function for playing back sound such as music or a book mounted on the mobile phone body 1A. 1A is provided with band portions 1B and 1B, buckle portions 1Da and 1Db, and ear hook portions 1Fa and 1Fb so that they can be worn on the ears and arms.
[0157]
When the user mainly uses the apparatus as a music player or a book player, the user wears the headphone type mobile phone 1 in his / her ear and listens to the music or the read-out sound of the book reproduced in the reproduction mode from the speaker units 1E and 1E. To do. If there is an incoming call during playback, the music or book playback is automatically stopped and the incoming call is notified by ringtone or incoming call vibration. Further, during a call, the microphone unit 1C is further pulled out from the microphone storage unit 1C ', and a call is made with the other party using the microphone unit 1C. The call voice of the other party is output from the speaker units 1E and 1E. When making a phone call, the headphone-type mobile phone 1 is removed from the head, and the dial unit 3d or the rotary switch unit 11 is operated to input the phone number and make a call. During a call, it is worn on the ear and the microphone part 1C is pulled out for use. Thereafter, when the call is finished, the reproduction of the read-out sound of the music or the book that has been stopped is automatically resumed.
[0158]
On the other hand, when the headphone type mobile phone 1 is mainly used as a wristwatch, the headphone type mobile phone 1 is worn on the wrist.
[0159]
Therefore, since the music or book reproducing device, the mobile phone, and the wristwatch are mounted in one device, the number of portable devices that can be carried at the same time can be reduced. Also, if you put it on your ear, you can talk without having it in your hand, so it is effective when you are driving or if you have a lot of luggage and your hands are blocked. In particular, if there is an incoming call in the middle of being used as a music or book playback device, the playback is automatically stopped and the incoming call is notified, so there is no need for any operation to stop the playback. Can answer incoming calls. Furthermore, since the reproduction of music or the like is automatically resumed after the call is finished, it is convenient without requiring any operation for resuming the reproduction.
[0160]
Furthermore, using the telephone function of the headphone type mobile phone 1, it is possible to request and download desired music data and book data from an external content distribution terminal. Therefore, it is possible to quickly and easily obtain desired music and books anytime and anywhere.
[0161]
In addition, the telephone mode, the clock mode, and the playback mode can be quickly and easily switched by operating the mode switch, and can be used as a playback device such as a mobile phone, a wristwatch, or music according to the set mode. It can be used in an appropriate use state according to the mode to be used.
[0162]
In addition, this invention is not limited to the content of the above-mentioned embodiment, In the range which does not deviate from the meaning of this invention, it can change suitably.
[0163]
For example, in the above-described embodiment, in order to reproduce the book data, the reading voice generation unit 13 generates the reading voice by the voice synthesizing process based on the book data composed of the reproduction information of the character data and the pseudo sound data, Although the output process has been described, the read-out sound is recorded in the book data in advance, and the sound data may be reproduced and output as sound.
[0164]
In addition, for example, a voice recognition unit 2A is provided, and a signal input from the microphone unit 1C by the voice recognition unit 2A and converted by the voice input unit 15 is subjected to analysis processing such as voice spectrum shortening, and then the standard It is also possible to perform voice recognition processing by performing pattern matching with a pattern or the like and performing voice recognition and outputting the voice recognition result. For example, when making a call to the other party's telephone terminal in the telephone mode, the telephone number data or telephone number stored in advance in the dial data memory 7g of the internal RAM 7 instead of the manual operation of the data input key in the dial section 3d. It is also possible to input the name of the other party associated with the data by voice from the microphone unit 1C and instruct the dial destination by the voice recognition processing of the voice recognition unit 2A.
[0165]
In addition, the arrangement of the switches provided in the mobile phone body 1A of the headphone type mobile phone 1 and the shape of the band and buckle can be appropriately changed without departing from the spirit of the present invention.
[0166]
[Second Embodiment]
Next, as an embodiment of the sound emission reproduction system according to the present invention, a sound emission reproduction system 200 constituted by a headphone type mobile phone 300 and a wrist type remote control device 400 will be described with reference to FIGS.
[0167]
FIG. 20 is a diagram illustrating an example of a usage state of the sound emission reproduction system 200. FIG. 20A illustrates how the sound emission reproduction system 200 is used to enjoy reading while listening to music. FIG. A state is shown in which a voice is input to a microphone unit 400C (sound collecting unit) provided in the apparatus 400 and a call is made while listening to a call voice emitted from the speaker unit 300E of the headphone type mobile phone 300. FIG. 21 is a diagram for explaining the external configuration of the wrist-type remote control device 400 and the headphone-type mobile phone 300 and the data transmitted / received between the devices. FIG. 22 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of the headphone type mobile phone 300, the list type remote control device 400, and the host server 30 connected via the network 40.
[0168]
As shown in FIGS. 20 to 22, the sound emission reproduction system 200 includes a headphone type mobile phone 300 worn on the user's ear and a wrist-type remote control device 400 worn on the user's arm.
[0169]
The headphone type mobile phone 300 has the shape of a top type headphone having ear pad portions 300B and 300B to be worn on both ears of the user and a band 300C spanning over the top of the user's head. The memory card slot 308a is provided in one of the ear pad portions 300B or both of the ear pad portions 300B and 300B. The memory card slot 308a is a part for storing a small and portable memory card (external RAM 308) constituted by a semiconductor memory, and includes a memory card insertion hole 308b opened to insert a memory card. Inside the memory card slot 308a, a connection terminal for data read / write is provided at a position in contact with a data read / write electrode (terminal portion) provided on the memory card side in a state where the memory card is stored in a correct position. Reading / writing of the book data with respect to the memory card via the said electrode is controlled by CPU302 mentioned later.
[0170]
The shape of the memory card slot 308a is not limited to that in which the memory card is inserted so as to be inserted into the memory card insertion hole 308b as shown in FIG. For example, the memory card 308 is attached to the memory card storage part provided inside the ear pad part 300B, and is prevented from falling off by an openable / closable lid such as a battery replacement lid, or these lids are fixed by screws or screw screws. You may comprise as follows. Further, the memory card may be inserted and removed in a drawer manner, or may be easily attached and detached manually using a lock mechanism. Moreover, you may comprise so that a memory card may be prevented from getting wet with rain etc. using waterproof packing.
[0171]
In addition, a connector portion 318a for connecting a cable with an external device such as a PC is provided at an arbitrary position of the ear pad portion 300B. When an external device such as a PC is connected to the connector unit 318 a and music data or book data is acquired from the external device via the external I / F unit 318, the music data or book data acquired by the control of the control unit 302 is stored in the external RAM 308. (See FIG. 22).
[0172]
Furthermore, an earphone jack for connecting the earphone 300G (see FIG. 22) may be provided at an arbitrary position of the ear pad portion 300B.
[0173]
The wrist-type remote control device 400 includes a main body case 400A containing a circuit board, band portions 400B and 400B for mounting the wrist-type remote control device 400 on the user's arm, and a buckle portion 400Da for connecting the band portions 400B and 400B to each other. , 400Db. A display unit 404 is provided on the surface of the main body case 400, and an operation input unit 403 including a mode switch 403a and a playback operation unit 403b for instructing playback / stop / fast-forward / rewind of music is provided below the display unit 404. In addition, a connecting member 400E, which is a member that connects the main body case 400A and the band part 400B, is provided with a microphone part 400C for voice input.
[0174]
The band unit 400B has a data input key for inputting numerical values and characters “0” to “9” on the surface thereof, a dial switch for starting a call, a call end switch for ending the connection of the line, A dial unit 403d configured with function keys and the like for inputting various operations is provided.
[0175]
The band portions 400B and 400B can be deformed so as to be bent. As shown in FIG. 20 (A), the band portions 400B and 400B are bent and wound around the wrist and the two arms, the buckle male portion 400Db and the buckle female portion 400Da are connected, and the wrist-type remote control device 400 is attached to the arm. As shown in FIG. 21, the wrist-type remote control device 400 can be held with one hand by removing the buckle portions 400Da and 400Db and extending the band portions 400B and 400B naturally in a planar shape.
[0176]
In the band unit 400B, various key and switch pressing operation signals provided in the dial unit 403d are transmitted to the CPU 402 in the main body case 400A, and the voice input to the microphone unit 400C is transmitted in the main body case 400A. Wiring for transmission to the voice input unit 415 is provided.
[0177]
Next, internal circuits of the headphone type mobile phone 300 and the wrist type remote control device 400 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 22, the headphone type mobile phone 300 includes a CPU 302, a ROM 306, an internal RAM 307, an external RAM 308, a communication I / F unit 309, an antenna unit 310, a music data decoder 313, a voice output unit 314, and a reading voice generation unit 316. A wireless transmission / reception unit 317 and an external I / F unit 318.
[0178]
The list-type remote control device 400 includes a CPU 402, an operation input unit 403, a display unit 404, a display drive circuit 405, a ROM 406, an internal RAM 407, a time measuring unit 412, a voice input unit 415, and a wireless transmission / reception unit 417.
[0179]
The wireless transmission / reception units 317 and 417 are configured by a wireless communication unit using infrared rays, electromagnetic induction, weak radio waves, and the like, and transmit / receive remote control signals, call voice information, and reproduction information (related data) such as music.
[0180]
In FIG. 22, the same reference numerals are given to the same components as those provided in the headphone type mobile phone 1 of the first embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, and detailed descriptions of the respective components are omitted. I will do it.
[0181]
Similar to the CPU 2 of the headphone type mobile phone 1 of the first embodiment, the CPU 302 of the headphone type mobile phone 300 performs mode setting processing (see FIG. 6), telephone processing (part 1) (see FIG. 7), telephone processing. (Part 2) (see FIG. 8), content data selection processing (see FIG. 10), content data download processing (see FIG. 12), and playback processing (see FIG. 17) based on the processing program stored in the ROM 306. Execute. The ROM 306 stores a plurality of processing programs including program codes necessary for executing the various processes.
[0182]
That is, in the second embodiment, the headphone type mobile phone 300 makes a call with the other party, downloads the desired content data from the external content distribution center HS, and plays the music data or book data. Is provided.
[0183]
However, in the second embodiment, in the telephone function, the call voice of the user is collected by the microphone unit 400C provided in the list type remote control device 400. The audio data collected from the microphone unit 400C is transmitted from the wireless transmission / reception unit 417 to the headphone type mobile phone 300. The headphone type mobile phone 300 modulates the audio data received by the wireless transmission / reception unit 317 by the communication I / F unit 309 and transmits it from the antenna unit 310 to the other party via an external base station (not shown). When the communication I / F unit 309 receives the audio data from the other party, the received audio data is demodulated, passed to the audio output unit 314 and subjected to predetermined audio processing, and then as audio from the speaker units 300E and 300E. Output.
[0184]
Since the playback function of the music or book reading voice is the same as the playback function of the headphone type mobile phone 1 of the first embodiment, the description thereof is omitted.
[0185]
However, in the second embodiment, in the playback function, an operation such as start or stop of playback is input from the playback operation unit 403b provided in the list type remote control device 400, and a remote control signal according to the operation is input from the wireless transmission / reception unit 417. Send. The headphone type mobile phone 300 receives the remote control signal transmitted from the list type remote control device 400 at the wireless transmission / reception unit 317 and controls the start and stop of reproduction based on the received remote control signal.
[0186]
In addition, when music data or book data is played and reproduced, the related data (music reproduction information) is transmitted from the wireless transmission / reception unit 317. The list-type remote control device 400 receives related data (music playback information) transmitted from the headphone-type mobile phone 300 by the wireless transmission / reception unit 417, and the received related data is read out from the music or book read-out sound. And display on the display unit 4 in synchronization.
[0187]
List-type remote control device 400 has a clock function for measuring calendar information such as time, time, and date, and also has a remote control function for remotely controlling the operation of headphone type mobile phone 300. Since the timepiece function is the same as the timepiece function in the headphone type mobile phone 1 of the first embodiment, the description is omitted.
[0188]
In the remote control function, the list-type remote control device 400 transmits a remote control signal corresponding to a reproduction operation input from the mode switch 403a, the reproduction operation unit 403b, and the dial unit 403d of the operation input unit 403 from the wireless transmission / reception unit 417 to the headphone type mobile phone. To 300. Also, dial number data input from the dial unit 403d is transmitted. When the headphone type mobile phone 300 receives the remote control signal at the wireless transmission / reception unit 317, the playback function performs music playback, stop, rewind, fast forward, pause, etc. according to the received remote control signal, and the call function Makes a call to the received dial number data, answers the call, or ends the call.
[0189]
Further, when the mode switch 403 a provided in the list type remote controller 400 is operated and an instruction to switch to the telephone mode or the reproduction mode is input, a remote control signal is transmitted from the wireless transmission / reception unit 417, and the CPU 302 of the headphone type mobile phone 300. Executes the mode setting process according to the received mode switching instruction and switches the mode.
[0190]
It should be noted that when inputting operations such as selection and designation in each process, the audio from the speaker unit 300E is not used regardless of a method of selecting and displaying selectable data on the display unit 404 on the list-type remote control device 400 side. A guidance may be output. Then, various operations may be input from the operation input unit 403 of the list-type remote control device 400 according to the voice guidance.
[0191]
As described above, the sound emission reproduction system 200 according to the second embodiment remotely controls the headphone type mobile phone 300 having a music and book reproduction function and a telephone function, and the headphone type mobile phone 300. And a wrist-type remote control device 400 having a function and a clock function.
[0192]
Then, remote operation is performed with the wrist-type remote control device 400 attached to the wrist such as start / end of a call, selection of content data to be played back, or start / stop of playback in the headphone type mobile phone 300 (FIG. 20A). reference). In addition, a microphone unit 400C is provided on the wrist-type remote control device 400 side, and during a call, the wrist-type remote control device 400 attached to the arm is brought close to the mouth, voice is input to the microphone unit 400C, and a headphone type mobile phone is provided. A call voice is heard from a speaker unit 300E provided on the 300 side (see FIG. 20B). In addition, the user listens to desired music or a reading sound of a book from the speaker unit 300E (see FIG. 20B). In addition, the time can be confirmed and the operation content can be confirmed on the display unit 404 of the wrist-type remote controller 400 worn on the arm.
[0193]
Accordingly, as shown in FIG. 20A, various operations and a telephone number can be input from the wrist-type remote control device 400 worn on the arm while the headphone-type mobile phone 300 is worn on the head. Therefore, it is not necessary to remove the headphone type mobile phone 300 from the head for operation, and usability can be improved.
Also, as shown in FIG. 20B, since the call voice can be input from the list type remote controller 400 through the microphone unit 400C, the headphone type mobile phone 300 can be configured without providing the microphone unit. The configuration of 300 can be simplified.
Further, as shown in FIG. 21, since the headphone type mobile phone 300 is remotely controlled by wireless communication, it is not bothered by a cable and does not obstruct the action when being carried, and portability can be improved.
In addition, as shown in FIG. 21, operations can be performed while visually confirming the related data being emitted and the contents of the data being emitted can be confirmed. Get better.
[0194]
The example of the electroacoustic transducer and ear-mounted electronic device according to the present invention has the shape of a wristwatch in the first embodiment, and the shape of a top-type headphone device in the second embodiment. The shape of the apparatus is not limited to this, and can be changed as appropriate without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Similarly, the shape of the wrist-type remote control device 400 exemplified in the second embodiment can be changed as appropriate without departing from the spirit of the present invention.
[0195]
Hereinafter, modified examples of the electroacoustic transducer, the ear-mounted electronic device, and the sound emission reproduction system according to the present invention will be described.
[0196]
(Modification 1)
FIG. 23 is an external view of a headphone type mobile phone 500 which is another example of the shape of the electroacoustic transducer and ear-mounted electronic device according to the present invention.
As shown in FIG. 23, the headphone-type mobile phone 500 includes a main body portion 500A that is curved in a “U” shape so as to substantially conform to the shape of the back of the head or the top of the head, and left and right tip portions of the main body portion 500A. Provided speaker units 500E and 500E that output sound, and ear hooks 500Fa that are parts that are placed on the ears so that the speaker units 500E and 500E are fixed to the left and right ears when mounted on the head. , 500 Fb. Also, an arm 500G is rotatably attached to a predetermined position of the main body 500A, and a microphone 500C that collects a user's call voice is provided at the tip of the arm 500G. During a call, the position of the arm 500G is adjusted so that the voice quality can be improved, and the microphone unit 500C is brought closer to the mouth.
[0197]
Further, the main body 500A includes a display unit 504 constituted by an LCD, a memory card storage unit 508a that is a part for storing a memory card 508 (external RAM), an operation input unit 503 for inputting an operation, and a rotation switch unit 511. Provided. As in the first embodiment, the main unit 500A includes a CPU, a display drive circuit, a ROM, an internal RAM, an external RAM, a communication I / F unit, an antenna unit, a time measuring unit, a music data decoder, a voice output unit, A voice input unit and a reading voice generation unit are provided.
[0198]
That is, the headphone type mobile phone 500 has a telephone function, a playback function, and a clock function, as in the first embodiment, and can be used in a state where each function is worn on the ear (head). Further, the CPU executes processes similar to the processes detailed in the first embodiment.
[0199]
That is, when playing music or a book, the ear hooking portions 500Fa and 500Fb are hung on the left and right ears so that the main body portion 500A is hung over the back of the head or the head, and the speaker portions 500E and 500E are put on the left and right ears. Attach to. Then, as described in detail in the first embodiment, the music data and book data stored in the memory card 508 (external RAM) are reproduced, and the sound (music or reading aloud) according to the music or book is performed. Sound) is reproduced from the speaker units 500E and 500E. When an incoming call is received during the reproduction of music or a book, the reproduction of the music or the book is automatically stopped, and the incoming call is notified by a ring tone or an incoming call vibration.
[0200]
When making a call, the user adjusts the angle of the arm 500G to bring the microphone unit 500C closer to the mouth, inputs sound from the microphone unit 500C, and listens to the other party's call sound from the speaker units 500E and 500E. When making a phone call, the headphone-type mobile phone 500 is removed from the head, and the rotary switch unit 511 is operated to select and confirm the phone number, thereby making a call. Thereafter, when the call is finished, the reproduction of the read-out sound of the music or the book that has been stopped is automatically resumed.
[0201]
Further, when used as a clock, the headphone type mobile phone 50 is removed from the ear (head) and held in the hand, and the time and time displayed on the display unit 504 are confirmed.
[0202]
In consideration of the convenience of operation, the wireless transmission / reception unit described in the second embodiment may be further provided, and various operations may be remotely controlled by the list-type remote control device 400 (see FIGS. 21 and 22). . Further, a call voice may be input to the microphone unit 400C provided in the list type remote control device 400.
[0203]
If the headphone type mobile phone 500 having the shape shown in FIG. 23 is used, it is possible to make a call with both hands open while wearing the ears, and it is possible to reproduce and listen to music and reading sound of a book. In addition, the same effect can be obtained by the same function as the headphone type mobile phone 1 shown in the first embodiment.
[0204]
(Modification 2)
FIG. 24 is an external view of an earphone type mobile phone 600 that is another example of the electroacoustic transducer and the ear-mounted electronic device according to the present invention, and FIG. 25 is a diagram showing an example of a usage state of the earphone type mobile phone 600. It is.
As shown in FIG. 24A, an earphone-type mobile phone 600 includes an ear mounting portion 600a including a speaker portion 600E that outputs sound, a bending portion 600b that is curved so as to substantially conform to the shape of the ear, A main body portion 600c provided with a memory card insertion hole 600d for storing the memory card 608 is integrally provided.
[0205]
The main body portion 600c is provided with an operation portion 603 for inputting an operation and a microphone portion 600D for collecting a call voice. The microphone unit 600D is provided at the tip of an arm 600G that is pivotally supported by a rotation shaft 600d. The microphone unit 600D rotates around the rotation shaft 600d in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, thereby The position of 600D can be adjusted. In addition, an antenna unit 610 is built in the arm 600G. The antenna unit 610 detects an incoming call from the outside or transmits a signal for the call to the outside.
[0206]
In the main body 600c, music data for playing music based on music data stored in the CPU, ROM, internal RAM, external RAM (memory card 608), and memory card 608 is the same as in the first embodiment. Decoder 613, read-out sound generation unit 616 that generates read-out sound based on book data, sound output unit 614, and telephone function unit 609 that enables a call with the other party (communication I / F in the first embodiment) The same function as that of the unit 9 is provided.
[0207]
FIG. 24B shows an example in which earphone type mobile phones 600X and 600Y having a symmetrical shape are connected by a cord 600B. In this example, as shown in the drawing, one of the earphone type mobile phones 600X and 600Y having a symmetrical shape is configured identically to the earphone type mobile phone 600 shown in FIG. The other earphone type mobile phone 600Y includes only the speaker portion 600E. Then, an acoustic signal reproduced in one earphone type mobile phone 600X is transmitted to the other earphone type mobile phone 600Y via the code 600B, and each speaker unit 600E of these two connected earphone type mobile phones 600X, 600Y. Stereo playback as sound. Further, music data or book data stored in one of the memory cards 608 provided in each of the earphone type mobile phones 600X and 600Y on the left ear side and the right ear side may be sequentially reproduced.
[0208]
In the earphone type mobile phone 600 configured as described above, the CPU executes the same processing as in the first embodiment.
[0209]
That is, when playing music or a book, the curved portion 600b is worn over the ear, and music data stored in the external RAM (memory card 608) or the like as described in detail in the first embodiment. The reproduction processing is performed on the book data, and the sound (music or reading voice) according to the music or the book is emitted and reproduced from the speaker unit 600E. When there is an incoming call during the playback of music or a book, as detailed in the first embodiment, the playback of the music or the book is automatically stopped, and the incoming call is received by a ringtone or incoming call vibration. Inform. When making a call, the position of the arm 600G is adjusted, the microphone unit 600D is positioned at the mouth, and voice is input to the microphone unit 600D. The call voice of the other party is output from the speaker unit 600E. When making a call, the earphone-type mobile phone 600 is temporarily removed from the ear, and the operation unit 603 is operated to input a phone number and make a call. Thereafter, when the call is ended, the reproduction of the read-out sound of the stopped music or book is automatically restarted from the stop position.
[0210]
In consideration of the convenience of operation, the wireless transmission / reception unit described in the second embodiment may be further provided, and various operations may be remotely controlled by the list-type remote control device 400 (see FIGS. 21 and 22). . Further, a call voice may be input to the microphone unit 400C provided in the list type remote control device 400.
[0211]
Further, instead of the earphone type mobile phone 600, the same parts as the headphone type mobile phone 1 shown in the first embodiment (CPU, ROM, internal RAM, memory card (external RAM)) A music data decoder, a reading voice generation unit, a voice output unit, a communication I / F unit, an antenna unit, etc.) may be provided. Further, in this case as well, as in the second embodiment, a wireless transmission / reception unit that transmits a remote control signal in accordance with an operation from the list-type remote control device 400 may be provided.
[0212]
If the earphone-type mobile phone 600 is used, as shown in FIG. 25, the user can make a call with both hands open and wearing music or reading aloud music or books. In addition, the same effect can be obtained by the same function as the headphone type mobile phone 1 shown in the first embodiment.
[0213]
(Modification 3)
26A and 26B show another example of the sound emission reproduction system according to the present invention, in which FIG. 26A is an external view of a shoulder-type mobile phone 700, and FIG. 26B is the use of the sound emission reproduction system 800 using the shoulder-type mobile phone 700. It is a state example.
[0214]
The sound emission reproduction system 800 in this example includes a shoulder-type mobile phone 700 and the list-type remote control device 400 described in detail in the second embodiment.
The list type remote control device 400 has the same configuration as the list type remote control device 400 shown in FIGS.
[0215]
As shown in FIG. 26A, the shoulder-type mobile phone 700 includes main body portions 700A and 700A each having a speaker portion 700E, and a connecting arm 700G that connects the main body portions 700A and 700A so as to hang over both shoulders. It is roughly constituted by. Earphones 700F each having a cord 700f are detachably provided on the main body portions 700A and 700A. Further, an operation unit 703 for inputting an operation is provided in one of the main body units 700A.
[0216]
Music reproduction based on music data stored in the CPU, ROM, internal RAM, external RAM (memory card), and memory card in the main body 700A is similar to the headphone type mobile phone 300 of the second embodiment. A music data decoder, a reading voice generating unit for generating a reading voice based on book data, a voice output unit, a telephone function unit (communication I / F unit, antenna unit) that enables a call with a partner, and a list A wireless transmission / reception unit that receives a remote operation signal, a call voice, and the like from the remote controller 400 is provided.
[0217]
When music data and book data are reproduced using the sound emission reproduction system 800, as shown in FIG. 26B, the main body 700A, 700A of the shoulder-type mobile phone 700 and the speaker unit 700E are on the ear side. The arm 700G is hung on the back side of the neck. Further, when it is desired to listen to music or the like without leaking outside, the earphones 700F and 700F are pulled out from the main body 700A and 700A and attached to both ears. Wrist-type remote control device 400 is worn on the arm.
[0218]
The sound emission reproduction system 800 configured as described above performs the same operation as in the second embodiment.
[0219]
That is, when music or a book is reproduced, reproduction processing is performed on music data or book data stored in the external RAM, and sound (music or reading sound) according to the music or the book is released from the speaker units 700E and 700E. Play sound. When sound is emitted from the earphones 700F and 700F, the operation unit 703 is operated to switch the output mode to earphone output. A reproduction operation of music or the like is input from the reproduction operation unit 403b of the list-type remote control device 400 and is transmitted from the wireless transmission / reception unit 417 as a remote control signal.
[0220]
When an incoming call is received during the reproduction of music or a book, the reproduction of the music or the book is automatically stopped, and the incoming call is notified by a ring tone or an incoming call vibration. When making a call, the microphone 400C provided in the wrist-type remote control device 400 is brought close to the mouth and voice is input to the microphone 400C. Call voice data input from the microphone unit 400C is transmitted from the wireless transmission / reception unit 417 to the shoulder-type mobile phone 700. The call voice of the other party is output from the speaker unit 700E or the earphone 700F. When making a call, a dial unit 403d provided on the list-type remote control device 400 is operated to input a telephone number and make a call. Thereafter, when the call is ended, the reproduction of the read-out sound of the stopped music or book is automatically restarted from the stop position.
[0221]
According to the sound emission reproduction system 800 using the shoulder-type mobile phone 700 shown in FIG. 26, it is possible to make a call with the body portions 700A and 700A placed on the shoulders and open both hands, and to listen to music and a reading sound of a book. . In addition, it is possible to make a call with earphones 700F and 700F attached to the ears and open both hands, and to listen to music and reading sound of books. In addition, the same effect can be obtained by the same function as the sound emission reproduction system 200 shown in the second embodiment.
[0222]
Note that as shown in FIG. 26A, a microphone 700M may be provided in the main body 700A of the shoulder-type mobile phone 700, and voice for a call may be input from the microphone 700M provided in the main body 700A. .
Alternatively, an arm 700n that supports the microphone unit 700m may be provided so as to protrude from the main unit 700A so as to be rotatable. If comprised in this way, the position of arm 700n can be adjusted freely and the microphone part 700m can be located at the mouth at the time of a telephone call.
[0223]
【The invention's effect】
  According to invention of Claim 1, eachWhen the mobile phone body is mounted on the head of the user's body with the ear hook on the ear, the user's voice can be input from the microphone, and the other party's voice can be sent to the band member. It can be heard from the speaker part provided at each tip. For this,Make a call with the other party. Therefore, one deviceTo mobileSince it is equipped with a phone function, the number of portable devices that can be carried at the same time can be reduced. In addition, it is effective when you can talk on the phone without holding it because it is worn on your ear, and when you are driving a car or you have a lot of luggage and your hands are blocked.
  According to the invention of claim 1, not only that,When the band members are connected to each other at the connecting parts and the mobile phone body provided with the watch function part is attached to the arm of the user's body, the display of the watch function part provided on the mobile phone body See the time atMake it possible. Therefore,Mobile phoneAs a phone functionFunction as a clockEven it can be used.
[0224]
  Claim3According to the described invention,As in the case of the invention according to claim 1, when the mobile phone main body is mounted on the head of the user's body with each ear hooking part on the ear, the user's voice is input from the microphone part. In addition to being able to hear the voice of the other party from the speaker unit provided at each end of the band member, the band member is connected to each other at the connecting parts, and the portable phone provided with the watch function part When the telephone body is mounted on the arm of the user's body, the time on the display of the clock function unit provided in the mobile phone body can be viewed at hand. ThereforeIt can be used as a function as a mobile phone or a function as a watch.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a diagram schematically illustrating an example of a usage state of a headphone type mobile phone 1 and a state of communication (content distribution) between the headphone type mobile phone 1 and an external device.
FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an external appearance when the headphone type mobile phone 1 is used as a wristwatch.
FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a usage state when the headphone type mobile phone 1 is removed from the body.
FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a headphone type mobile phone 1 and a host server 30 installed in the content distribution center HS.
5A is a diagram showing a memory configuration of an internal RAM 7 of the headphone mobile phone 1, and FIG. 5B is a diagram showing a memory configuration of an external RAM 8 of the headphone mobile phone 1.
FIG. 6 is a flowchart for explaining mode setting processing;
FIG. 7 is a flowchart for explaining a telephone process (part 1);
FIG. 8 is a flowchart illustrating a telephone process (part 2).
FIG. 9 is a flowchart illustrating clock processing.
FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating content data selection processing.
FIG. 11 is an example of a content (music) selection screen 4a displayed in the content data selection process.
FIG. 12 is a flowchart for explaining a music playback setting process when content data is downloaded and received.
FIG. 13 is an example of a download necessity screen 4b.
FIG. 14 is an example of a charge display screen 4c.
FIG. 15 is an example of an incoming music setting screen 4d.
FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing a relationship between processes executed in the headphone type mobile phone 1 and the host server 30 of the content distribution center HS when selecting desired content data or downloading content data.
FIG. 17 is a flowchart for explaining playback processing;
FIG. 18 is an example of a related data list display screen 4e displayed in the reproduction process.
FIG. 19 is an example of a display screen 4f during music playback.
20A and 20B are diagrams illustrating an example of a usage state of the sound emission reproduction system 200, where FIG. 20A illustrates a state in which reading is performed while listening to music using the sound emission reproduction system 200, and FIG. A state in which a call is made using the reproduction system 200 is shown.
FIG. 21 is a diagram for explaining the external configuration of the list-type remote control device 400 and the headphone-type mobile phone 300 and the data to be transmitted and received.
22 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a headphone type mobile phone 300, a list type remote control device 400, and a host server 30 connected via a network 40. FIG.
FIG. 23 is an external view of a headphone type mobile phone 500 to which the present invention is applied.
FIG. 24 is an external view of an earphone type mobile phone 600 to which the present invention is applied.
FIG. 25 is a diagram illustrating an example of a usage state of the earphone type mobile phone.
26A and 26B show another example of the sound emission reproduction system, where FIG. 26A is an external view of a shoulder-type mobile phone 700, and FIG. 26B is an example of a usage state of the sound emission reproduction system 800 using the shoulder-type mobile phone 700. FIG.
[Explanation of symbols]
1. Headphone type mobile phone (first embodiment)
1A mobile phone
1B Band part
1C microphone
1 Da buckle female part
1Db buckle male part
1E Speaker section
1Fa, 1Fb Ear hook
1G earphone jack
2 CPU
3 Input section
3a Telephone mode switch
3b Clock mode switch
3c Playback mode switch
3d dial part
3e Cursor switch
3f Cursor switch
3g play switch
3h Stop switch
3i Volume control switch
3j Volume control switch
3S auto dial switch
4 display section
4a Content (music) selection screen
4b Download necessity screen
4c charge display screen
4d Incoming music setting screen
4e Related data list display screen
4f Display screen during music playback
5 Display drive circuit
6 ROM
7 Internal RAM
8 External RAM
9 Communication I / F part
10 Antenna section
11 Rotation switch
12 Timekeeping
13 Music data decoder
14 Audio output unit
15 Voice input part
16 Speech generator
20A earphone plug
HS Content Distribution Center
30 Host server
40 network
200 Sound Reproduction System (Second Embodiment)
300 Headphone type mobile phone
302 CPU
307 Internal RAM
308 External RAM
309 Communication I / F part
310 Antenna
313 Music data decoder
314 Audio output unit
316 Speech generator
317 Wireless transceiver
318 External I / F
300E Speaker section
300G earphone
400 List type remote control device
400C microphone section
402 CPU
403 Operation input unit
404 display
405 Display drive circuit
406 ROM
407 internal RAM
412 Timekeeping section
417 Wireless transceiver
500 Headphone type mobile phone
600 Earphone type mobile phone
700 cell phone
800 Sound reproduction system

Claims (5)

In the electroacoustic transducer attached to the user,
A mobile phone body provided with a telephone function unit capable of making a call with the other party and a clock function unit for measuring time and displaying the time measured;
A band member for mounting the mobile phone body on the arm or head of the user's body;
A connecting portion for detachably connecting the band members to each other;
A microphone unit to which the user's voice is input;
A speaker unit provided at each end of the band member;
An ear hook that hangs on the ear so as to fix the speaker portion to the positions of the left and right ears,
An electroacoustic transducer characterized by comprising: The electroacoustic transducer according to claim 1, further comprising:
A receiving unit for receiving sound emission data which is music data distributed from the outside;
According to the sound emission data received by the receiving unit, a sound emission reproduction control unit that drives and controls the speaker unit to emit sound to the outside, and
An electroacoustic transducer characterized by comprising: In an ear-mounted electronic device worn by a user,
A mobile phone body provided with a telephone function unit capable of making a call with the other party and a clock function unit for measuring time and displaying the time measured;
A band member for mounting the mobile phone body on the arm or head of the user's body;
A connecting portion for detachably connecting the band members to each other;
A microphone unit to which the user's voice is input;
A speaker unit provided at each end of the band member;
An ear hook that hangs on the ear so as to fix the speaker portion to the positions of the left and right ears,
Ear-worn electronic device, characterized in that comprises a. The ear-mounted electronic device according to claim 3,
The earpiece-type electronic apparatus , wherein the clock function unit includes a time measuring unit that measures time and a time display unit that displays the time measured by the time measuring unit. The ear-mounted electronic device according to claim 3 , further comprising:
Mode setting means for setting one of a telephone mode and a playback mode;
When the telephone mode is set by the mode setting means, a call can be made with the other party by the calling means. When the reproduction mode is set by the mode setting means, the reproducing means Control means for controlling so that sound can be emitted and reproduced,
An ear-mounted electronic device characterized by comprising:

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