JP2002051135A - Folding portable telephone set - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a folding portable telephone set for which new incoming information can be confirmed without having to open the telephone set, a kind of the new come information can be seen at a glance, operation is pleasant and familiar, and information and display have impact. SOLUTION: In this folding portable telephone set, two divided cases 1 are combined pivotally via a hinge 3 and constituted integrally. An incoming information displaying part 20 is arranged on an outer surface of the case 1 and provided with a character display part 21.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a portable telephone, and more particularly, to a foldable portable telephone in which two divided telephone housings are rotatably integrated by a hinge mechanism or the like. The present invention relates to a foldable mobile phone capable of displaying a message. However, although this patent specification describes a foldable mobile phone, the present invention is not limited to this, and the present invention can be applied to other foldable mobile communication terminal devices such as a portable wireless device, a PHS, a mobile terminal, a transceiver, and a cordless telephone. Is applicable.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art In a conventional foldable portable telephone, when confirming that there is an incoming call or mail when a user is absent, it is difficult to know if the telephone is closed. I had to. This was later improved to develop a foldable mobile phone with an LED (light emitting diode) on the outside. FIG. 9 is a schematic view showing one example. According to this, the two divided housings (1a, 1b) are
Is a foldable mobile phone which is rotatably connected via a single body and is integrally formed, wherein a folded housing (1a, 1) is provided.
The LED 2 (light emitting diode) is mounted on the back surface or the outer surface of b) to prompt the user to receive new arrival information, and the distinction between telephone and mail is made by changing the color of the LED.

[0003]

However, a conventional foldable portable telephone having no new incoming call information display section on its outer surface always has the trouble of having to open it one by one. In the case where the user decides the distinction between new information such as information and mail by the change of the LED color, the user needs to remember which information the LED color corresponds to, and distinguishes the color from the information. In some cases, the user may make a mistake or may intuitively judge the color, which lacks certainty. In addition, the display was inconspicuous and lacked impact.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and makes it possible to use a foldable portable telephone more effectively as a compact information terminal. The purpose of the present invention is to provide a foldable mobile phone that has a display that can be identified at a glance and can be called a “notification window” for users, so it is fun, friendly, and has an impact on information and display. I do.

[0005]

The foldable portable telephone device according to the present invention uses the following means to solve the above-mentioned problems. Note that the reference numerals correspond to those in the drawings. (1) In a foldable mobile phone in which two divided housings 1 are rotatably connected via a hinge part 3 and are integrally formed, an incoming call information display unit 20 is provided on an outer surface of the housing 1. The incoming call information display section 20 is a foldable mobile phone having a character display section 21.

(2) In the foldable portable telephone of (1), the character display unit 2 in the incoming call information display unit 20
The back surface of 1 is subjected to a half-coating process. (3) In the foldable mobile phone described in (1) or (2), the character display section 21 displays the LED 40 using the LED 40 as a backlight. (4) In the foldable mobile phone of (3), the display color of the LED 40 in the character display section 21 changes for each type of information. (5) In the foldable mobile phone of (3) or (4), the LED 40 is displayed blinking. (6) In the folding mobile phone of (5), the LED 4
In the blinking display of 0, the blinking timing pattern is changed. (7) In the foldable mobile phone of (1) to (6), the incoming call display 70 is newly provided separately from the incoming call information display 20. (8) In the foldable mobile phone of (1) to (7), an LCD display section 80 is newly provided on the outer surface of the housing 1 separately from the incoming call information display section 20.

[0007]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS An embodiment of a foldable portable telephone according to the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to FIGS. FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing an example of an embodiment of a foldable mobile phone according to the present invention. FIG. 2 is a sectional view showing an example of the internal structure of a new arrival information display section of the foldable mobile phone according to the present invention. FIG. 3 is a structural view showing another example of the internal structure. FIG. 4 is a structural diagram showing another example of the internal structure.
FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing the LED start timing in the incoming call information display section of the foldable mobile phone according to the present invention. FIG. 6 is a schematic view showing another embodiment of the foldable mobile phone according to the present invention, showing an open state, and FIG. 7 is an information display unit and an incoming call LE provided in the telephone shown in FIG.
FIG. 8 is a schematic diagram showing D, and FIG. 8 is a list showing an example of a combination of display of an information display body and lighting of an LED for various types of incoming information in the foldable mobile phone of the present invention.

FIG. 1 shows an embodiment of a foldable portable telephone according to the present invention, which differs greatly from the conventional one in that an incoming call information display section 20 is provided on the outer surface of the housing 1a or 1b. The incoming information display section 20 is a character display section 21 (here, 21a, 21a) indicating various types of information.
b, 21c). Further, the character display unit 70 is configured by a unique display body such as a character display or a pictogram display. FIG. 1 shows an example of a specific character display. According to the example, the first character display unit 21a displays an incoming call (voice communication) to display the character of a telephone pattern, and displays the second character. The display unit 21b displays an incoming e-mail (message reception) and displays a character display of a paper airplane design,
Further, the third character display section 21c displays the incoming CBS to display the character of the book symbol. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, there are three types of information, and correspondingly, the character display unit displays (21a, 21b, 21
c). In the present invention, the shape, color, arrangement position, arrangement number, etc. of the incoming information display unit 20 and the type, display shape, design, color, number, etc. of the display information on the character display unit 21 are shown in FIG. Not limited to one example,
Needless to say, various other designs may be arbitrarily designed and applied.

FIG. 2 is a structural diagram showing the inside of the incoming call information display section 20 of the foldable portable telephone according to the present invention. In the present invention, the character display section 21 in the incoming call information display section 20 emits light using the LED 40 as a backlight, and is displayed so that the character appears to be raised. Thereby, clear, fun and effective display can be performed. At this time, the LED 40 in the character display unit 21 can change the display color for each type of information, but it is colorful, the type is easy to see, and it is easier to use. And again, LED4
If 0 is displayed blinking, the character is more prominent and interesting, and the visual effect is instantaneous.
In addition, in the blinking display of the LED 40, the blinking timing pattern can be changed, so that the display and expression can be more varied and varied, and a remarkable visual effect can be expected. As shown in FIG. 2, these LEDs 40 (light-emitting diodes) correspond to the arrangement position and the number of
7. The character layer 22 is a layer in which each character is individually formed, and is represented by a solid (character without a mark portion) or the like. When the LED 40 emits light, the light passes through the portion where the character layer 22 is removed, and a character display or the like formed in advance emerges.

The decorative panel 28 covers and protects the character display, and is preferably formed using a transparent or smoked material such as acrylic, polycarbonate, potting, or the like. A lens effect that can be displayed can be provided. Here, it is preferable to adopt a structure in which the character display is difficult to see when the character display is turned off. Inner layer 23
Is disposed on the LED 40 side in contact with the character layer 22. This layer is a layer formed from a diffusion sheet or a medium printing so that the center of the LED 40 is not directly seen. , Plays a role to make the whole character shine evenly. The panel section 25 and the partition section 26 support the character display section 21 inside the housing 1 to form a holding structure of the display section. When a plurality of LEDs are installed, the partition 26 serves as a partition for preventing mutual light leakage.

FIG. 3 is a structural diagram showing another example of the internal structure of the incoming call information display section of the foldable portable telephone according to the present invention. The feature here is that the external layer 29 is newly provided. It is preferable to use a half-coat (aluminum vapor deposition, chromium vapor deposition) for the outer layer 29. When the LED 40 is turned off, it is in a mirror shape and cannot be seen inside. Marks, letters, etc.) emerge. Due to this outer layer 29, the character display is usually in a black state and cannot be seen, but can be seen only when the LED 40 is turned on. In such a set of the internal structure of the new arrival information display unit according to the present invention, it is preferable to form a half mirror.

FIG. 4 is a structural view showing still another example of the internal structure of the new arrival information display section of the foldable portable telephone according to the present invention. Layer 23 has been omitted. External layer 2 multiplexed
Reference numeral 9 denotes a multi-layer such as a sandwich structure including an upper layer 29a, an intermediate layer 29b, and a lower layer 29c. As an example of the configuration of each layer, it is preferable that the intermediate layer 29 be a half coat, and the upper layer 29a and the lower layer 29c be top coats (semi-glossy) instead of the inner layer 23 (diffusion sheet).

Further, according to the present invention, not only the LED 40 is caused to continuously emit light, but it is displayed in a blinking manner.
Although it is proposed to change the blink timing pattern, the visual effect is high, but the manner of blinking may affect the standby time of the telephone device (PDC). Therefore, if an example of a blinking cycle is shown, a 720 msec cycle and a lighting time of 100 msec may be used by using a timing (super frame) that rises at the time of standby, so that the influence on the standby time can be reduced. Therefore, it is not necessary to start the microcomputer (CPU). FIG. 5 shows an example of the startup timing of the LED 40 installed in the character display unit 21.

FIG. 6 shows another embodiment of the foldable portable telephone according to the present invention, schematically showing an open state. Fig. 6 (1) shows the inside of the phone, which is hidden inside when folded, and Fig. 6 (2) shows the outside (back) side of the phone, which is hidden even when folded. Never. FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram showing the information display unit 70 and the incoming call LED 50 provided in the telephone shown in FIG. In the foldable mobile phone here, the two divided housings 1 are rotatably connected via a hinge 3 so as to be integrally formed, and an information display unit 20 is provided on the outer surface of the housing 1. However, the information display unit 70 has a specific information display body 71 (71).
x, 71y, 71z) are arranged, and the information display 71 is arranged and configured to display pictograms.

The information display 71 shown in FIG. 6 has three pictographs (71x, 71y, 71z) set and arranged. As an example, these information display bodies (71x, 7
1y, 71z) to <Charging Pict>, <J-Sky Pict>, and <Incoming Pict>. If there is a J-Sky related (mail / information receiving) event, <J-Sky Pict >, But if there is a normal incoming related event, <incoming pict>
During charging, <Charge Pict> is set and arranged to perform a display operation. Further, the incoming call LED operates in accordance with the pictogram display.

When event information or the like occurs in a state where the portable telephone is folded, an information display 71 of each pictograph is displayed. That is, in one example, J-
<J if there are Sky related (email / information receiving) events
-Sky Pict>, <
It is possible to set to display the "incoming pict" and notify the user by further blinking it. Also, <charging pict> can be displayed and turned on during charging, and turned off when charging is completed. Then, for example, the best voice key 60 is placed at a position where the
If there is a pictogram blinking, the blinking is stopped by pressing the best voice key 60 as a response key (except during charging, and if the pictogram is left unopened after being pressed, the pictogram will be displayed). Flashing quickly to let you know),
If there is a new event or an event exists at that time due to the opening / closing operation, the blinking can be resumed.

When an event occurs during incoming / mail, web, and station information incoming (receiving), an incoming call → incoming pict, receiving → J-Sky display pict is displayed as an answering message and an answering message. Flashing method different from the event waiting for confirmation (for example, during incoming / mail, web, station information receiving (receiving), flashing quickly, while waiting for confirmation is distinguished by slow flashing, waiting for confirmation is slow because it is not urgent The power consumption is reduced by flashing), that is, the user can be notified together with the sound and vibration. In this case, the blinking may or may not be interlocked with the incoming LED (for example, blinking at the same speed). If it is linked, it is preferable to turn off the pictograph display on the back and to notify only by the incoming LED when it is opened during incoming / mail, web, or station information incoming (receiving). As for the setting of how to flash the information display 71 (which pictogram is to be flashed, turning off the notification by the display 71 on the back side, etc.), the user changes variously according to his / her wish. It is also possible to make settings and use them, and to operate them by a display method that suits the user's preference.

As shown in FIG. 6 (2), an LCD display section 80 may be newly provided on the outer surface separately from the information display section 70. The LCD display section 80 is convenient and easy to understand when used to display specific items (contents of the received mail) such as the type and content of information, and also cooperates with the display of the information display body 71 and the lighting and blinking of the LED 50. Even better if it is configured to operate.

FIG. 8 shows a specific example of the combination of the display by the information display (pictogram display) of the information display unit and the lighting of the incoming call LED in the foldable portable telephone of the present invention. It is a list of information display objects and incoming LED lighting for various events (incoming information), which are displayed separately from the state. Here, the information display body 71 of the information display unit 70 is called by the name “News Pict”. For example, if you look at the case of "normal incoming" of the event, it is "incoming pict flashing / incoming LED flashing" both when folded and open,
The user is notified with such a setting. Therefore, it is possible to know the incoming call even if the information display unit is not visible while the mobile phone is open, and it is possible to know the incoming call even if the information display unit is turned off when opened. FIG.
Is only an example, and the display method of the information display and the incoming LED can be set by lighting, turning off, and blinking (variable blinking methods are possible by changing the timing pattern). is there. Furthermore, it is also possible for the users to operate according to the settings that suit their needs. In FIG. 8, the incoming call L such as a normal incoming call and mail reception
The event in which the ED is blinking at the same time is indicated by a fast blink, and other incoming calls, absence messages, unconfirmed mails, etc. are notified by a slow blink.

[0020]

As described above, according to the present invention, the following excellent effects are exhibited. -Conventional foldable mobile phones simply become compact when the case is closed, but according to the present invention,
The mobile terminal has a unique and impactful appearance, and can be used more effectively as an information terminal. -The type of new arrival information can be seen at a glance, and it is fun and easy to understand and convenient, so it can be a user-friendly product as a foldable mobile phone with a "notification small window".・ Dramatically reduce the hassle that must be opened each time it is used.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a schematic view showing an embodiment of a foldable mobile phone according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a structural diagram showing an example of an internal structure of a new arrival information display section of the foldable mobile phone according to the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a structural diagram showing another example of the internal structure of the new arrival information display section of the foldable mobile phone according to the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a structural view showing another example of the internal structure of the new arrival information display section of the foldable mobile phone according to the present invention.

FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing LED startup timing in a new arrival information display section of the foldable mobile phone according to the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a schematic view showing another embodiment of the foldable mobile phone according to the present invention, showing an open state.

FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram showing an information display unit and an incoming LED provided in the foldable mobile phone according to the present invention.

FIG. 8 is a list showing an example of a combination of display of an information display and lighting of an LED with respect to various events in the foldable mobile phone of the present invention.

FIG. 9 is a schematic view showing an example of a conventional foldable mobile phone.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1, 1a, 1b Case 3 Hinge part 20 Incoming information display part 21 Character display part 29 Layer which performed half coat processing 40 LED (light emitting diode) 50 Incoming LED display part 70 Information display parts 71, 71x, 71y, 71z Information display 80 LCD display

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Claims (8)

[Claims] 1. A foldable mobile phone in which two divided housings are integrally connected to each other via a hinge so as to be rotatable, wherein an incoming call information display unit is disposed on an outer surface of the housing. The foldable mobile phone, wherein the incoming call information display unit has a character display unit. 2. The foldable mobile phone according to claim 1, wherein a half-coat process is performed on a back surface of the character display unit in the incoming call information display unit. 3. The foldable mobile phone according to claim 1, wherein the character display unit displays an image using an LED as a backlight. 4. The foldable mobile phone according to claim 3, wherein a display color of the LED in the character display section changes for each type of information. 5. The foldable mobile phone according to claim 3, wherein the LED is blinked. 6. The foldable portable telephone according to claim 5, wherein a blink timing pattern is changed in blinking display of the LED. 7. The foldable mobile phone according to claim 1, wherein an incoming call display section is provided separately from the incoming call information display section. Phone. 8. The foldable mobile phone according to claim 1, wherein an LCD display unit is provided on an outer surface of a housing separately from the incoming call information display unit. Foldable mobile phone featuring.