KR20010038094A - A Photo Slot Machine by A Using Capacity of Digital Camera - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: An automatic picture image selling machine using the digital camera function is provided which satisfies user's satisfaction and can be applied to more diverse applications by storing and selling data of photographs of users through a storage medium. CONSTITUTION: The automatic picture image selling machine comprises a digital camera in which various functions of an existing digital camera including moving picture photographing, image photographing, voice recording, editing, picture controlling and camera controlling during photographing are added to the function of a sticker picture selling machine; a computer in which the picture data is transmitted to the body of the computer, and moving picture or image is cut or changed by software in the computer through the editing function; and a storage means storing the data using a storage medium such as floppy disc, zip drive, compact disc, MD (mini compact disc), DVD (digital video disc), etc. according to the applications, and directly transmitting the recorded data to a specific computer through network or internet.

Description

Video vending machine using digital camera function {A Photo Slot Machine by A Using Capacity of Digital Camera}

Digital cameras that are currently sold are popular among professionals because they have various functions such as video, image, voice recording and editing functions.

However, the price is much higher than general cameras, and the operation method is complicated and it is not established as a mass product.

The sticker photo vending machine was a favorite item for young people because they could attach the photo to their nearby objects, but the printing method was a method of printing a film on photo paper, so that the color of the photo faded or disappeared over time. Also, in terms of function, it is a product that simply takes a picture and makes it as a sticker, so consumers who have used it once may lose interest. Market research has shown that usage has declined to one tenth of the past year.

By combining the functions of these two devices, we can use the performance of expensive digital cameras cheaply and conveniently.

Consumers' choices will be wider, and products that can be preserved forever will come out by recording and storing vivid videos and vivid voices after shooting images.

The technology of interfacing digital cameras with computers focuses on minimizing errors and preventing losses in data transmission. In order to prevent bugs and errors during the backup process, the function of the digital camera is interfaced with a joystick and a few buttons for convenient operation of various functions. We also want to reduce the time it takes to back up to a storage medium. Floppy disks take 12 seconds to format and only 1 minute and 30 seconds to back up, so there's no difficulty, but for CDs, the backup takes about 30 minutes.

In case of voice, it is compressed and saved as raw file or MP3 file, and the image is recorded and saved in high resolution mode. When shooting, you can set various screens and sound effects to select a background.

The program runs so you can select multiple modes (video, image, audio) on a single disc, and sticker photos are also available as options.

Figure 1 shows a conventional digital camera and sticker photo vending machine.

Figure 2 shows the various output forms obtained by combining the functions of the two devices together.

1. The system is configured

Inside the existing sticker photo vending machine, it consists of a computer, a digital camera that can only take pictures, and a printer that prints stickers. Because of this simple structure, there is no difficulty in configuring the system.

Instead of the existing digital camera, the proposed digital camera with various functions is installed. There are floppy disks, CDs, MINI CDs, ZIP drives, and DVDs as output methods. As an option, you can also install an existing printer so that you can continue to publish sticker photos. When shooting a video, the joystick can be used to capture the subject at various angles and sizes.

The photographed data is transferred to a memory in the main body of the computer, and recorded and stored on a storage medium through an editing function for cutting or transforming a moving image or image by software in the computer.

2. Operation of the system

It is divided into configuration, shooting, editing, and saving process, and floppy diskette needs to be formatted first.

Specific details are shown in a block diagram.

The following is an example of using a diskette.

① If you insert a bill or coin, you will get a “insert diskette” notice.

② Run "Diskette Format" to secure diskette.

③ Ask whether you want to take a video or save image and voice.

④ As a background setting step, you can visually set a background and insert sound effects.

⑤ Take a picture.

⑥ Edit the scene you like by cutting or transforming the video or image.

⑦ Finally, the recorded and edited contents are played on the monitor and stored on the disk and purchased by the consumer.

3. System Implementation

As shown in the table above, the use of various storage media can be expanded.

③ function

Movie recording function, image recording function, voice recording function, editing function, camera direction control function (using the joystick), image control function, etc.

It is useful as a personal information recording function by adding a voice or video function to record a more lively appearance (personnel management, military use, instant digital ID picture, identification card, etc.). In addition, it is expected to be a commemorative product for many people as it can secure a wide consumer market such as tourist attractions, nightlife, parks, game halls, department stores and schools.

Video media not only increase ties between family members and friends, but also provide high added value in terms of investors. It can contribute to resource saving and environmental protection by read & write function of storage media and has the advantage of permanent preservation.

Finally, cheap and simple use of expensive digital cameras can contribute to popularization.

Claims (1)

Incorporates various functions such as video recording function, image recording function, voice recording function, editing function, image control function, camera control function during shooting, etc. into the functions of the sticker photo vending machine and editing function using the built-in computer. Steps and methods of storage include floppy disks, ZIP drives, CDs, MDs (MINI CDs), DVDs, etc., depending on the application, or transfer recorded data directly to a specific computer via a network or the Internet.