JP2003198682A - Collapsible communication terminal - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a fashionable collapsible communication terminal with a good design which can be made compact and lightweight, and which has good usability for users, by taking parts arrangement into account. <P>SOLUTION: When a user holds a side key 12 for more than a predetermined time with a collapsible communication terminal 1 being closed, a controller 20 recognizes its close state, and issues an order of continuous imaging to a camera portion 25. When the camera portion 25 outputs subject image data captured every predetermined time through a camera I/F26 based on the order of the continuous imaging, the controller 20 once stores the date in a buffer memory of a RAM20b, and updates a subject image every predetermined time to display a mirror image on a sub-display portion 18. Then, when the communication terminal is opened, a non-mirror image is displayed on a main display portion 2, and when the communication terminal is further closed, the non-mirror image is displayed on a sub-display portion 2. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2003,JPO

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an open / close type communication terminal device, and more particularly to a lower case and an upper case which are connected to each other so that they can be opened and closed, and a main display is provided on the inner surface side of the upper case. The present invention relates to a device and an opening / closing communication terminal device provided with a sub display device and a camera device on the outer surface side of an upper housing.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art In recent years, PHS (Personal Handy phone System)
stem), PDC (Personal Digital Cellular telecommuni
cation system) and CDMA (Code Division Multiple A)
Mobile communication devices such as ccess) have become widespread due to reduction in size and weight, improvement in communication quality, and reduction in main unit price and call charges, and are especially indispensable items among young people. Recently, open / close type mobile communication devices (including folding type and slide type), which are excellent in fashionability and operability, are becoming popular, and manufacturers are competing to sell open / close type mobile communication devices. is doing.

As a conventional technique for a foldable mobile communication device, a technique for detecting a change from a folded state to an open state at the time of an incoming call and stopping the ringing tone (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 6-1328).
76 or JP-A-8-307488),
There is disclosed a technique (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 11-74593) that includes a main display together with a sub-display that allows the user to know notification information such as an incoming call even when the user is folding the mobile phone. Communication devices are already well known.

Although the story changes, for example, JP of a communication carrier
The J-SH04 released by HONE is equipped with a digital camera device, which can convert a photograph taken into digital image data and immediately send it to the other party by a simple operation. On the other hand, like the other straight type mobile communication devices, the main body has a compact design that fits in the palm of your hand. It is expected that digital cameras will be standard equipment. The applicant of the present invention also released the J-SA03, which is a mobile communication device with a digital camera, in the beginning of April this year. The mobile communication device in the open state is more than the conventional straight type mobile communication device. Although it is a little larger, it is a compact design with the total length about half when folded, and it fits in your hand.

[0005]

By the way, J-SA03 sold by the applicant of the present application has a main body in addition to a main display for displaying various detailed information such as information to be notified, character information and current time information. There is a small, horizontally long sub-display that displays simple information such as standby and incoming calls when closed, but it is a display device that displays various information by changing the characters and emission color. Of course, the captured image cannot be displayed.

On the other hand, when a user photographs himself / herself, the photographed image captured by the camera device is displayed on the main display. Since the main display cannot be seen at the same time, the user generally sees the photographed self by looking at the mirror provided near the lens of the camera device, but it is not the actual photographed image. It may occur that the replacement is required.

Further, while the openable communication terminal device emphasizes fashionability and prioritizes design, it is required to be small and lightweight, so that it is very difficult to arrange essential parts.

The present invention has been made in order to solve the above-mentioned problems, and by considering the arrangement of parts, it is possible to realize fashionability, design, size reduction and weight reduction, and also an opening / closing type which is convenient for the user. An object is to provide a structure unique to a communication terminal device.

Further, by utilizing a sub-display provided on the same surface as the camera device, the photographed image of the photographer himself or the image at the time of timer photographing can be displayed without any discomfort, and the photographed subject image can be displayed on the caller's side. An object of the present invention is to provide an openable communication terminal device that can be effectively used.

[0010]

In order to achieve the above object, an opening / closing communication terminal device of the present invention according to claim 1 is provided.
In a retractable communication terminal device in which a lower housing and an upper housing are openably and closably connected, a main display device is provided on an inner surface side of the upper housing, and a sub display device and a camera are provided on an outer surface side of the upper housing. A device, an open / closed state detecting means for detecting an open / closed state of the both housings, a shutter button for giving a shooting start instruction of the camera device, and a control for controlling a shooting operation of the camera device and a display operation of the both display devices. And a control unit that receives a shooting start instruction by operating the shutter button in a state in which the control unit detects that the open / closed state detection unit is closed, the sub display unit displays the camera. While displaying the image photographed by the device as a mirror image that is horizontally reversed, after that, in a state where the open / closed state detection means detects that the opened state,
An image captured by the camera device is displayed as a non-mirror image on the main display device.

An opening / closing communication terminal device of the present invention according to claim 2 is the opening / closing communication terminal device according to claim 1, wherein
In the state where the control unit detects that the open / closed state detecting unit is open, when the image captured by the camera device is displayed on the main display device as a non-mirror image, then the open / close operation is performed. An image captured by the camera device is displayed on the sub-display device as a non-mirror image when the state detecting means detects that the state is closed.

[0012]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS First, the meanings of terms used in this specification will be defined.

The mirror image is an image obtained by reversing the left and right of a normal image obtained when the photographer photographs a person or a landscape. For example, when the OK sign is output with the right hand and looking in the mirror, it looks like the OK sign is output with the left hand. However, when the photographer himself is displayed as the subject, the mirror image is more comfortable.

The non-mirror image means the normal image.

The "first orientation" means that, when the retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention is used in a closed state, when the user normally holds it naturally, the image displayed on the sub-display device is easily viewed from above and below. 7A or 7B corresponds to the direction.

The "second direction" is the vertical direction opposite to the "first direction", and corresponds to FIG. 7 (C) or FIG. 7 (D). Assuming that the user takes an OK sign with his right hand and shoots himself as a subject, FIG.
7A is a first-direction mirror image, FIG. 7B is a first-direction non-mirror image, FIG. 7C is a second-direction mirror image, and FIG. 7D is a second-direction mirror image. It becomes a non-mirror image of the orientation.

Next, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is an external view of the open / close type communication terminal device according to the present invention in an open state. FIG. 1 (A) is a front view, FIG. 1 (B) is a right side view and FIG. 1 (C). Is a back view.

Reference numeral 1 denotes a main body of the open / close type communication terminal device, which is generally in an open state when a call and an operation relating to a call or an electronic mail operation is performed, and is in a closed state when it is in a standby mode. However, the openable communication terminal device 1 automatically selects the desired call destination from the memory dial in the closed state and then opens the device body to automatically call the telephone number corresponding to the call destination. It is supposed to dial.

A main display 2 includes a color liquid crystal display device and a DMD (digital mirror device).
It is composed of an organic EL display device, a PDP (plasma display panel), etc., and displays various detailed information such as information to be notified, character information, current time information, and image information. It should be noted that when the openable communication terminal device 1 is closed, the user cannot confirm the display content of the main display 2, so the backlight is turned off or the power is turned off to contribute to power saving.

A flexible key 3 is used in combination with other keys and buttons to set various functions. For example, it serves as a key for selecting an item button displayed at the bottom of the main display 2, or the left button is a function key (hereinafter referred to as the "F key") during standby.
Is omitted. ) And the right button are given the function of character keys. In particular, the flexible key 3 on the left side is assigned to the timer photographing button.

Reference numeral 4 denotes a four-contact key, which moves the cursor in the vertical and horizontal directions and scrolls the display contents in that direction in order. It is also used for volume settings, memory dial calls, redials, and kanji conversion.

Reference numeral 5 denotes an e-mail key, which is operated when using an e-mail function such as Skymail, which can handle a small number of characters, and conversely, longmail, which can handle a large number of characters and can also use attached files. It is also used when deleting characters or returning to the previous display (that is, the clear key).

Reference numeral 6 denotes an OK key, which is operated when determining or confirming the selected item. Especially OK
The key 6 is assigned to the shutter button.

Reference numeral 7 is an end / power key, which turns the power on.
It is used to turn on / off, hold a response when ending a call or receiving a call.

Reference numeral 8 is a ten-key pad for inputting telephone numbers and characters. In particular, the * key is assigned to the shooting preparation key for shifting to the camera shooting mode.

Reference numeral 9 is a microphone for transmitting voice during a call.

Reference numeral 10 is an earphone terminal to which an earphone microphone is connected.

Reference numeral 11 is a WEB key, which is used when shifting to the display screen of the Internet connection function. Further, it is used when shifting to the display screen of the electronic mail function, when using the web or station, or when displaying and selecting a menu.

Reference numeral 12 denotes a side key as a shutter button used when taking a picture with a camera device described later, and when the camera is closed, the side key 12 is completely pressed for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds) or more. In this state, a shooting preparation instruction is given and the mode shifts to the camera shooting mode. In this camera shooting mode, when the side key 12 is pressed, a shooting start instruction is given (however, in the opened state, the * key included in the ten-key pad 8 is a shooting preparation key,
Left flexible key 3 is assigned to the timer shooting button, and OK key 6 is assigned to the shutter button). Further, in the camera photographing mode, when the up key 12a is completely pressed for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds) or more, the latest image data is read and displayed on the sub display 18. When the down key 12b provided below the side key 12 is subsequently operated, the next oldest image data is read out and displayed in time series, while the up key 12a provided at the upper part is operated. Then, another new image data is read out and displayed in time series, and when the final image data is displayed, it returns to the beginning and is displayed (that is, the wraparound display function).

When the image data is read out and displayed on the main display 2 or the sub-display 18, the up key 12a is pressed for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds).
The image data being displayed is enlarged when the button is fully pressed, while the image data being displayed is reduced when the down key 12b is completely pressed for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds) or more. (That is, zoom up and zoom down functions). The side key 12 is also used to set / cancel the simple answering machine, record the voice of the other party during a call, and reproduce the recorded content (that is, a memo button).

Reference numeral 13 is an external connection terminal for connecting a quick charger, a cigarette lighter charger, a mobile tool and the like.

Reference numeral 14 is a start key, which is used when making or receiving a call.

Reference numeral 15 is an antenna for receiving and transmitting radio waves required for communication.

Reference numeral 16 is a receiver (receiver) for reproducing the voice of the other party and various message sounds.

Reference numeral 17 is a sound output hole for emitting a ring tone or a ring tone, and a call notification speaker is built in the lower part thereof.

Reference numeral 18 denotes a sub-display, which is a color liquid crystal display device, an organic EL display device or a DMD (digital
It is composed of various color display devices such as a mirror device) and displays simple information such as standby and incoming calls when the main body is closed. In particular, the sub-display 18 also serves as an incoming call lamp and a shooting lamp that are normally provided, and when an incoming call is received, the sub-display 18 flashes in a color corresponding to the called party to notify the user. In addition, it emits light in conjunction with the shutter opening / closing operation at the time of shooting, and lights up in red during charging.

Further, the sub-display 18 can display image data photographed by a camera device which will be described later. Since the sub-display 18 has the same function as that of a mirror, the image concerned can be displayed in accordance with the display timing. The data is displayed as a mirror image that is horizontally flipped. When the openable communication terminal device 1 is opened, the detailed contents are displayed on the main display 2, so the power supply to the sub-display 18 (all circuit elements including the backlight) is cut off and turned off. , Contribute to power saving. Also, when the sub display 18 is off,
When the side key 12 is operated, the backlight of the sub display 18 is turned on and is turned off again after a predetermined time has elapsed.

Reference numeral 19 denotes an open / close detection switch, which is a micro switch for mechanically detecting whether the open / close type communication terminal device 1 is in a closed state, a fully open state or a half open state. is there. However, well-known means such as an optical sensor for detecting that the open / close type communication terminal device 1 is opened and an encoder for detecting the opening angle can be used. In addition, a micro switch or the like that detects only whether or not the openable communication terminal device 1 is in a closed state may be used.

Reference numeral 30 denotes a rechargeable and detachable battery pack, which supplies necessary electric power to various electronic circuits of the openable communication terminal device 1.

Reference numeral 31 denotes a built-in camera device, which receives light such as a person or a landscape input through a lens from a CCD or C-.
The image is taken by a MOS artificial retina IC or the like and output as image data. When the user performs a storage operation, an identification number is given to the image data and the image data is sequentially stored in the image storage unit (for example, RAM described later).

Reference numeral 32 denotes an incoming LED, which is green when an incoming call is made and orange when the image data is displayed on the main display 2 or the sub display 18.
It emits red light during charging. Further, during timer shooting, the speed of blinking in orange gradually increases according to the remaining time. As a result, the subject person can know that the start of shooting is approaching.

From the above description of the structure, the structural features of the switchable communication terminal device 1 according to the present invention will be clarified (see FIG. 1C, FIG. 3A or FIG. 4A). (1)
A main display device is provided on the inner surface side of the upper housing, and a sub display device and a camera device are provided on the outer surface side,
(2) The sub-display device and the camera device are arranged with their center lines substantially aligned, (3) The camera device is arranged substantially in the center in the width direction of the upper housing, (4) ) The sub-display device should be placed almost in the center of the upper housing in the width direction. (5) The camera device should be placed above the sub-display device when both housings are closed. (6) A rechargeable battery unit that supplies necessary electric power is detachably arranged on the outer surface side of the lower housing, and (7) a speaker that generates a ring tone in the lower housing. , A sound emission hole for emitting the ringing tone generated by the speaker is provided on the outer surface side of the lower housing facing the speaker.

By providing the above characteristic structure,
The openable communication terminal device 1 according to the present invention is not only capable of fashionability, design and reduction in size and weight, but in particular, since the center lines of the sub display device and the camera device are substantially aligned and arranged in the center, This makes it easy to perform shooting operations and confirm images after shooting.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the structure of the opening / closing type communication terminal device according to the present invention. For example, IS-95 (I
nterim Standard 95) based CDMA (Code Division
A case where the present invention is applied to a mobile terminal device of a multiple access system mobile phone is shown. The same components as those in FIG. 1 are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted. However, the communication system is not limited to the CDMA system, and may be PDC (Personal Digital Cellular) or PHS (Pers.
onal Handyphone System).

As is apparent from FIG. 2, the open / close communication terminal device 1 includes an antenna 15, a transmission / reception unit 21, a modulation / demodulation unit (that is, including a baseband processing unit) 22, an audio processing unit 24, a microphone 9, and a receiver. 16, control unit 20, main display unit 2, sub-display unit 18, camera unit 25, camera I / F
26 and the operation unit 23.

The control unit 20 includes, for example, a microprocessor, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 20a and a RAM (Random).
m Access Memory) 20b and the like, and performs various controls according to a control program stored in the ROM 20a. Further, the RAM 20b is configured to store information to be transmitted, received information, telephone directory data (for example, data for 999 memory dials), etc. temporarily or until an erase / change operation is performed. .

The main display section 2 and the sub display section 18 are
Each corresponds to the main display 2 and the sub display 18.

The operation section 23 includes flexible keys 3, 4 contact keys 4, E-mail key 5, OK key 6, end / power key 7, numeric keypad 8, WEB key 11, side key 12,
It is composed of a start key 14 and an open / close detection switch 19.

In the open / close type communication terminal device 1 having the above-mentioned configuration, the received radio wave is received by the transmission / reception unit 21 via the antenna 15 and demodulated by the modulation / demodulation unit 22. The audio information demodulated by the modulation / demodulation unit 22 is supplied to the audio processing unit 24, and under the control of the control unit 20, the audio processing unit 24 performs a predetermined process, and then the speaker 16 performs electro-acoustic conversion. Is output as voice.

The received data demodulated by the modulation / demodulation unit 22 is supplied to the control unit 20. This received data consists of control data, character data, etc. (for example, the telephone number of the other party), image data, etc., and is supplied to the main display unit 2 and the sub display unit 18 as necessary to be displayed as character information or image information. , RAM 19a. The control data of this received data includes incoming call information of voice communication (including the telephone number of the calling side) and SMS bearer (short.
It also contains data such as e-mail and text message incoming information sent by a method called a message bearer).

On the other hand, the input voice is acoustic-electrically converted by the microphone 9, subjected to predetermined processing by the voice processing unit 24, and then supplied to the modulation / demodulation unit 22. In addition, the input information from the operation unit 23 is transmitted via the control unit 20 as R
The data is stored in the AM 20b and supplied to the modulation / demodulation unit 22 as transmission data. The modulation / demodulation unit 22 modulates the supplied audio signal and transmission data, and then transmits from the antenna 15 via the transmission / reception unit 21.

The camera unit 25 is connected to the control unit 20 via the camera I / F 26, and when the operator operates the operation unit 23 to input various commands relating to camera photographing, the control unit 20 causes the camera I / F to operate. Instruct F26. Upon receiving the shooting instruction, the camera I / F 26 outputs various control commands to the camera unit 25 and stores the image data obtained from the camera unit 25 in the RAM 20b. However, RAM20
Since b generally has a small capacity, a large-capacity RAM (for example, the image storage unit 25a) for exclusively storing image data may be provided separately. Of course, the image data stored in the RAM 20b can be transmitted from the antenna 15 via the transmission / reception unit 21 after being modulated by the modulation / demodulation unit 22. It should be noted that the other party number and image data in the telephone directory data stored in the RAM 20b or the like (for example, a face picture of the other party)
And are stored in association with each other.

Next, the photographing operation of the opening / closing type communication terminal device according to the present invention configured as described above will be described in detail.

First, when the user of the retractable communication terminal device 1 operates the end / power key 7 to turn on the power, the control section 20 reads the control program from the ROM 20a and performs the necessary initial setting, and then the base station. A signal is transmitted / received to / from a station (not shown) in a predetermined communication procedure to perform position registration, and a standby state is entered. In this state, the retractable communication terminal device 1 can make and receive calls. In addition, since the photographed person image and the telephone number registered in the phonebook and the name of the other party are stored in association with each other, if the calling party number of the calling party or the telephone number of the calling party matches, By displaying the corresponding person image together with the name of the other party on the main display 2 or the sub-display 18, it becomes possible to immediately know the other party of the call.

Then, when the user fully presses the side key 12 included in the operation unit 23 for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds) or more with the openable communication terminal device 1 closed, a shooting preparation instruction is received. The control unit 20 recognizes the closed state, shifts to the camera photographing mode, and issues a continuous photographing command to the camera unit 25 to output the continuously photographed subject images.

When the camera section 25 outputs the subject image data photographed every predetermined time (for example, 0.1 seconds) based on the continuous photographing command via the camera I / F 26,
The control unit 20 temporarily stores it in the buffer memory of the RAM 20b, and updates and displays the subject image at the predetermined time on the sub-display unit 18. In the camera photographing mode, the control unit 20 displays a so-called mirror image in which the left and right sides of the image are reversed when the subject image is displayed in a state where the retractable communication terminal device 1 is closed. However, the vertical direction of the displayed image is switched as described below.

FIG. 3 is an external view of the retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention, showing a display operation at the time of the above-mentioned preparation for photographing. It should be noted that FIGS. 3A to 3C conceptually show a state in which the user is aiming himself at the time of shooting.

In a state in which the user opens and closes the open-close type communication terminal device 1, for example, puts out an OK sign with his or her right hand and makes a pose, and fully presses the side key 12 for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds) or more. When the shooting preparation instruction is given, the control unit 20 displays, for example, a subject image captured continuously every 0.1 seconds on the sub-display 18 as a mirror image in the first direction (FIGS. 3A to 3C). )reference). As a result, the user can recognize his / her own state of being photographed as if he / she were looking in a mirror, so that the number of photographing mistakes is reduced.

FIG. 4 is an external view of the retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention, showing a display operation in a state where photographing is completed.

FIG. 4 shows a state in which the user has completely pressed the side key 12 after the shooting preparation shown in FIG.
(A), and the control unit 20 sets 0.
Since continuous shooting for every one second is stopped and the subject image captured by the camera device 31 is displayed on the sub display 18 as a still image of a mirror image on the sub display 18, the photographer who is the subject does not feel any discomfort. . The control unit 2
0 means that when shooting in this closed state, the shutter sound is louder than in the open state, or a voice such as "I took a picture." It can prevent voyeur photography to some extent.

When the user opens the retractable communication terminal device 1 in the state of FIG. 4A, the control unit 20 displays the subject image displayed on the sub display 18 on the main display 2 as a non-mirror image ( That is, the image is displayed as it is (as it was taken) (see FIG. 4 (B)), and the power supply to the sub-display 18 is cut off to turn off the light.
It contributes to power saving (see FIG. 4C). In addition, the subject image is displayed on the main display 2 as a non-mirror image,
Since the image of the subject who gives the OK sign with the right hand can also be recognized as the right hand, the viewer does not feel uncomfortable. Furthermore, FIG.
From the state of (B), when the user closes the retractable communication terminal device 1 to display the image, the control unit 20 displays the subject image displayed on the main display 2 on the sub display 18 as it is. (See FIG. 4D).

FIG. 5 is an external view of the retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention, showing a display operation at the time of preparation for photographing.

When the user opens the retractable communication terminal device 1 from the display state at the time of shooting preparation shown in FIG. 3, the control unit 20 causes the subject image displayed on the sub-display 18 (see FIG. 5A). ) Is displayed on the main display 2 as a non-mirror image (that is, the image as it is taken) for a moment (see FIG. 5 (B)), and since the shooting preparation state is maintained, the next image is displayed after a predetermined time. Is photographed and displayed as a non-mirror image (see FIG. 5C). In this case, a landscape image of a girl on the left and a dog on the right is photographed, and the power supply to the sub-display 18 is cut off to turn off the light as in FIG. 4C, which contributes to power saving ( See FIG. 5D). However, in the standby state, even if the openable-closed communication terminal device 1 is opened and the * key is pressed to shift to the camera photographing mode, FIG. 5C and FIG.
It becomes the state of.

FIG. 6 is an external view of the retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention, showing a display operation in timer photographing. In addition, when performing timer imaging, it is expected that the user will open and close the communication terminal device 1 having a substantially L shape and use the lower housing as a base.

When the user presses the timer photographing key (for example, the # key) included in the ten key 8 from the display state at the time of preparation for photographing shown in FIGS. 5C and 5D, the control unit 2
0 continues image display on the main display 2 (see FIG. 5C). Then, the control unit 20 restarts the power supply to the sub-display 18 and displays the subject image in FIG. 5C as a mirror image in the second direction which is vertically inverted as compared with FIG. 5A. At the same time, since the timer photographing is started, the countdown display of the remaining time is performed (see FIGS. 6A to 6C), and finally, FIG.
(D) is the captured image. It should be noted that the reason why the mirror image is displayed upside down is to display the remaining time and the captured image to the people of the subject. In addition to this, during timer shooting, the control unit 20 blinks the incoming call LED 32 in orange and gradually increases the blinking speed according to the remaining time, so that the person as the subject is about to start shooting. It becomes possible to know.

Further, as an example of effective use of the person image, the photographed person image is stored in association with the telephone number registered in the telephone directory or the name of the other party, and the called number received at the time of the incoming call and the corresponding number. If the telephone numbers match, if the person image is displayed on the main display 2 or the sub-display 18 together with the name of the other party, the calling party can be immediately known.

[0068]

As described above, according to the retractable communication terminal device of the present invention, the fashionability, the design and the reduction in size and weight can be achieved, and the usability is very good for the user. It is expected to become not only a hit product but also the basic structure of a retractable communication terminal device.

Further, since the image data taken by the camera device is displayed on the sub-display 18 as a mirror image and the mirror image is displayed upside down at the time of the timer shooting, no discomfort is seen from the person as the subject.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is an external view of a retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention in an open state.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the configuration of an opening / closing communication terminal device according to the present invention.

FIG. 3 is an external view of a retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention.

FIG. 4 is an external view of a retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention.

FIG. 5 is an external view of a retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention.

FIG. 6 is an external view of a retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention.

FIG. 7 is an external view of a retractable communication terminal device according to the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

1 Open / close type communication terminal device body 2 Main display 15 antenna 18 sub display 20 Control unit 20a ROM 20b RAM 21 Transmitter / receiver 22 Modulator / demodulator 23 Operation part 24 Voice processing unit 25 Camera section 25a image storage unit 26 Camera I / F 31 camera device

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Claims (2)

[Claims] 1. A releasable communication terminal device in which a lower housing and an upper housing are connected to each other so as to be openable and closable. A main display device is provided on an inner surface side of the upper housing, and an outer surface side of the upper housing is provided. Sub display device and camera device, open / closed state detection means for detecting open / closed state of both cases, shutter button for giving a shooting start instruction of the camera device, shooting operation of the camera device and display of both display devices A control means for controlling the operation, wherein the control means detects that the open / closed state detection means is closed,
When a shooting start instruction is received by operating the shutter button, an image taken by the camera device is displayed on the sub display device as a mirror image that is horizontally flipped, and then the open / closed state detection means is opened. In a state in which is detected, the open / close type communication terminal device is characterized in that the image taken by the camera device is displayed as a non-mirror image on the main display device. 2. The open / close type communication terminal device according to claim 1, wherein the control means detects the camera device on the main display device while the open / closed state detecting means detects that the camera device is open. When the captured image is displayed as a non-mirror image, then the image captured by the camera device is displayed on the sub-display device as a non-mirror image when the open / closed state detection unit detects that the image is closed. An openable communication terminal device characterized by: