JP2000315404A - Electronic lantern and system using the same - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an electronic lantern which facilitates multiplying functions and simplifies use and maintenance. SOLUTION: This lantern incorporated with electronic devices comprises; a lamp position electronic display device 3 placed in a lamp position; an information display plate 7; an inductive radio transmitting/receiving device 4; a monitoring camera 6A; a television camera 6B; a speaker 9A; a microphone 9B; an emergency call button 9C; various sensors 9D; various telecommunication controllers including radio; an information outlet 8; a monitoring controller; an announcing device 24; a lighting system 25; and a power source device 13.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

The present invention relates to an electronic lantern,
In particular, it relates to a lantern having a function as an information communication terminal device.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, lanterns existing around shrines and temples are:
The lights are only lit, and no computerization or multifunctionalization has been performed. In particular, there is no lantern main body in which electronic devices and the like are built in and which also has a function as an information communication terminal device.

Conventionally, the light of a lantern is a fire (flame), but in recent years, for reasons of fire prevention, operation and maintenance, etc., a case where a light bulb is attached to a light part and replaced with a light bulb is increasing. Was.

[0004]

However, there are the following problems in the environment around the shrines and temples and in the bulbs attached to the lanterns.

(A) The surrounding areas, such as shrines and temples and the approach to the shrine,
In many cases, it is a place for holding an event such as a festival or a sightseeing point, and although it is a place where an unspecified number of people gather, monitoring control and information transmission / reception by electronic devices are not performed.

In addition, many people feel that installing electronic devices and the like in the vicinity of the shrines and temples does not fit the atmosphere of the shrines and temples or that they are constantly monitored.

(B) In the case of a light bulb, there are the following problems.

[0008] Light bulbs do not always match the atmosphere of shrines and temples due to the nature of the lights and the like.

[0009] Operation / maintenance, such as manually turning on / off, is troublesome.

An object of the present invention is to provide an electronic lantern which can facilitate the multifunctionalization, operation and maintenance of the lantern in view of the above situation.

[0011]

Means for Solving the Problems [1] An electronic lantern with a built-in electronic device, comprising, in addition to a lamp, information notifying means for notifying information to a person passing nearby. is there. [2] The information notifying means is a display device. [3] The light unit is a display device capable of selectively projecting a specific mark. [4] In addition to the lamp unit, an electronic lantern provided with information notifying means for notifying a person passing by nearby is connected to a monitoring and control center, and performs monitoring, control, and information transmission and reception from the monitoring and control center. An electronic lantern system characterized by the above. [5] In addition to the lamp unit, an electronic lantern provided with information notifying means for notifying a person passing by nearby is connected to a monitoring and control center, from which the television relay, event presentation, and safety monitoring are performed. An electronic lantern system characterized by performing such control as described above. [6] In addition to the lamp unit, an electronic lantern provided with information notifying means for notifying a person passing by nearby is connected to a monitoring and control center. This is an electronic lantern system characterized by various monitoring and control from a control center. [7] In addition to the lamp section, the electronic section of the lamp section is mounted on an electronic lantern provided with information notifying means for notifying a person passing by nearby, and a display control device and a power supply device are provided on the legs or outside the lantern. An electronic lantern system, wherein the electronic lantern system is installed, and the display unit and the display control device are connected to control various display contents of the lamp unit of the electronic lantern and timing of turning on and off. [8] The electronic lantern system according to [7], wherein each display surface of the lamp portion of the lantern can be individually controlled.

[0012]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a configuration diagram of an electronic lantern showing a first embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a system configuration diagram of the electronic lantern.

As shown in these figures, the lamp section 2 of the lantern 1
The lamp electronic display device 3 such as an LED or a liquid crystal panel is arranged on all four sides or some of the four sides.

Further, the transmitting and receiving device 4 for guided radio (antenna 4A, transmitting and receiving unit 4B), VICS beacon 5, monitoring camera 6A, television camera 6B, information display board 7, information outlet 8, speaker 9A, microphone 9B, emergency Call button 9C, various sensors 9D, power supply device 13, broadcast device 2
4. The lighting device 25 is mounted (built-in) on the lantern 1.

Further, a control device 10 having a monitoring control device 12 for performing monitoring control and various communication control devices 11 for performing communication control is mounted (built-in) on the lantern 1. Control center (hereinafter simply referred to as center) 15 and other systems 16
Is connected to

The type of the power supply 13 for supplying the required power is not particularly limited (commercial, dedicated, private, solar, etc.), and is connected to various electronic devices.

With this configuration, a pedestrian around the lantern 1 can carry the guidance radio receiver 21 and receive guidance information from the guidance radio transceiver 4.

The portable terminal 23 can be connected to the information outlet 8 of the lantern 1 to transmit and receive information.

Further, the vehicle traveling around the lantern 1 is connected to the VI.
If the CS terminal 22 is installed, the VICS of the lantern 1
VICS information can be received from the beacon 5.

The mounting location of each electronic device and the like depends on the use of the present device, but as an example, the guiding radio transmitting / receiving device 4 and the VICS beacon 5 above the lantern 1, the information display plate 7 Information outlet 8, speaker 9A,
Attach microphone 9B, emergency call button 9C, and the like.

Also, the monitoring camera 6A is built into the lantern 1, and a large lens of the monitoring camera 6A is formed in the lantern 1.
The lantern 1 is arranged so that the presence of the monitoring camera 6A is not noticed from outside.

The television camera 6B, the broadcasting device 24,
In addition, the lighting device 25 is built in the lantern 1 so as to be able to relay television.

With this configuration, the present apparatus has the following seven functions.

(1) Display Function The display function is to turn on and off the electronic display unit 3 and to display various information (characters, images, etc.) as a substitute for the fire (flame) of the lantern.

When displaying various kinds of information (characters, images, etc.), the information display panel 7 mounted on the outside of the lantern 1 is used in addition to the electronic display unit 3 of the lantern 1 and the like. The sound is output from the equipped speaker 9A. The method of displaying information and notifying by voice can be set in the control device 10 in advance, and characters, images, signals, and the like to be displayed can be transmitted from the center 15 and the like at any time to display and notify.

(2) Information Collection / Transmission / Reception Function The information collection / transmission / reception function refers to the monitoring camera 6A or the microphone 9B mounted on the lantern 1 or the various sensors 9
Various information is collected from D and the like, and transmitted to the control device 10 provided in the main body of the lantern 1 to perform predetermined processing and the like. The information is linked with the display function or transmitted to the center 15 or the like. In addition, information received from the center 15 or the like can be transmitted to the control device 10 to perform predetermined control and display.

In accordance with the control information and the like, information transmission / reception using a radio such as the guidance radio transmission / reception device 4 and the VICS beacon 5 or transmission / reception via the information outlet 8 is performed.

(3) Surveillance Control Function The periphery of the lantern 1 is monitored by using collected information from the surveillance camera 6A, the microphone 9B, and various sensors 9D. As a control method, a lantern main body autonomous method or a remote control method is used. According to a predetermined control process, it can be linked with the display function and the information collection / transmission / reception function.

(4) Information Outlet and Various Button Functions The portable terminal 23 and the like can be connected to the connectable information outlet 8, and information can be transmitted to and received from the center 15 and the like as needed. In addition, equipped with various buttons according to the purpose and use, such as calling the center 15 and emergency calling,
A predetermined operation is performed in conjunction with the main body control device 10, the center 15, and the like. Also, various sensors 9D and the like are provided as needed. The form, type, and quantity are appropriately selected.

(5) Television relay broadcast function The television camera 6B, lighting device 24, speaker 9A, microphone 9B, etc. mounted (built-in) in the lantern 1 are controlled from the center, and various events such as festivals are relayed by television. In addition, a plurality of lanterns can be controlled in conjunction with each other to enhance the moving image live effect.

(6) Power supply function The electronic apparatus mounted (built-in) on the lantern 1 is provided with a power supply 1
3 to supply power. Various power supply methods such as commercial power supply, dedicated power supply, solar cell (solar), and storage battery can be adopted. Further, these can be used in combination in the system division supply and the batch supply. Further, it is also possible to set ON / OFF by a constant supply or by an autonomous system or control from the center 15 or the like.

With this configuration, according to the first embodiment, the lanterns can be turned on and off, and information can be smoothly transmitted and received while maintaining the basic tone of the atmosphere around the shrine and temple. And meet the needs of computerization. The potential value of the lanterns, which invites worshipers and worshipers, becomes apparent, and can be used for lantern managers, local residents, and visitors.

Also, regardless of the weather, it is possible to turn on and off the lantern in a short time in a timely manner, and to transmit information.
In addition to cost reductions, the information age is expected to enable the provision and utilization of various services related to safety, security, convenience, etc., making use of computerization and multi-functionality, and that high added value can be expected. It can also be called the "next-generation lantern" corresponding to.

Further, according to the present invention, the following utilization forms are provided.

Although the first embodiment has been described assuming a relatively general-purpose lantern, it does not specify the size, shape, material, quantity, etc. of the lantern and electronic devices.

Further, even if certain conditions are added to the electronic devices to be mounted (built-in), the present invention can be applied without any difference from the contents of the present invention. The present invention is applicable to various lanterns and a large number of lantern groups.

When the contents shown in the first embodiment and those considered to be equivalent thereto are mounted on a part or the whole of a lantern, or at the beginning or after the installation of a lantern (built-in or partially externally mounted), All can also be applied.

Others, radio, mobile phone, satellite phone, M
CA radio, various special lighting and display devices, various sensors,
The present invention is also applicable to various electronic devices such as various information processing / image processing devices.

Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an electronic lantern incorporating a television relay broadcasting apparatus according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in the figure, a television camera 6 B, a broadcasting device 24, a lighting device 25, and various communication control devices 11 are mounted on the electronic lantern 1 and are connected to a monitoring and control center 15.

The type of the power supply device 13 for supplying the required power is not particularly limited (commercial, dedicated, private, solar, etc.), and is connected to various electronic devices.

The installation location of each television relay broadcasting device depends on the use of the device, but as an example, a television camera 6B built in the lamp portion of the lantern, an illumination device 25 and a built-in speaker 9A above, and an eye level. The built-in microphone 9B is attached to the position. With this configuration, the present device has the following three functions.

(1) Television Relay Broadcasting Function The television camera 6B, the broadcasting device 24, and the lighting device 25 mounted on the electronic lantern 1 are controlled from the monitoring and control center 15 to perform television relay broadcasting at various events such as festivals. . In addition, a large display etc. in a different place from the shrines and temples, etc.
Is installed and connected to the monitoring and control center 15,
Even if you are not at a shrine or temple, you can see the festival and other events through the large display 27. In addition, the plurality of electronic lanterns 1 can be controlled in conjunction with each other to enhance the moving image live effect.

(2) Event production function The lighting device 25, the built-in speaker 9A, and the built-in microphone 9B mounted on the electronic lantern 1 are controlled from the monitoring and control center 15 to perform various events such as events and festivals (TV Regardless of whether or not there is a relay, the space where the electronic lanterns exist can be created as if it were an outdoor stage (studio). The multiple electronic lanterns can be controlled in conjunction with each other to further enhance the effect. Can be.

(3) Safety Monitoring Function Using the television camera 6B, the space near the electronic lanterns of the shrines and temples is constantly or regularly monitored from the monitoring and control center 15.

[0048] Safety surveillance at the time of many gatherings such as festivals and events, visits to VIPs and the like, search for lost children, and nighttime surveillance are performed to support the creation of a safe and secure high-quality space and community.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram of a network system for an electronic lantern according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in the figure, the electronic lantern 1 is configured in a network for each group according to area, type, and the like. Various control devices such as a monitoring control device 12 and a communication control device 11 are mounted on the electronic lantern 1. (Built-in) and connected to a center and other systems via various communication networks 14.

The present apparatus having the above-described structure has the following nine functions.

(1) Traffic Vulnerability Guidance Function This function is used for a traffic vulnerable person (elderly person, physically handicapped person, child, etc.) to carry a portable terminal 23 (guidance radio receiver) and warn a vehicle approaching from the guidance radio antenna 4A. Receive information such as caution on sidewalk steps. When receiving the information, the guidance radio receiver 4 transmits the information to the traffic weak person by voice or the like.

(2) Emergency call function Pressing the built-in emergency call button 9C as an emergency call in case of accident, sudden illness, disaster prevention, etc.
Will contact the center.

(3) Evacuation Guidance Function In the event of a disaster such as a large earthquake or typhoon, the evacuation speaker 9A or the electronic lantern is blinked to give evacuation advice and guidance to the residents.

(4) Disaster Prevention Information Providing Function Disaster prevention information of the disaster prevention center and the like is displayed on the information display panel 7 to provide disaster prevention information to the residents, and the citizen's portable terminal 23 is connected to the information outlet 8. By doing
More detailed information can be obtained.

(5) Sightseeing information providing function Like the disaster prevention information, sightseeing information is displayed on the information display board 7 to provide sightseeing information to the residents, and the citizen's portable terminal 23 is connected to the information outlet 8. By connecting, more detailed information can be obtained.

(6) Traffic Information Providing Function The running vehicle receives the road traffic information by the VICS beacon 5 and displays it on the VICS terminal in the vehicle.

(7) Lost child search function When lost child information is entered, the surveillance camera 6A searches for lost children by monitoring from the center.

(8) Safety Monitoring Function When visiting a VIP or during the year-end and New Year holidays, the monitoring camera 6A monitors the safety of the area from the center.

(9) Citizen Information Providing Function By connecting the portable terminal 23 carried by the citizen to the information outlet 8, it is connected to the branch office network and receives information for citizens (culture, welfare, etc.). A connection with the local e-government is also possible by linking the e-lantern network with other networks. As an additional function, community FM
By adding various wireless service receiving functions, voice information can be displayed.

The centers can be group-managed according to the area of the electronic lanterns / type of the electronic lanterns, so that the above nine functions can be combined for advanced use. As an example of area-based group management, there is a sophisticated tourist information provision function.
As an example of group management by type, there is a combination of a safety monitoring function and a lost child search function. If a lost child occurs during safety monitoring, all cameras are not switched to the lost child search control, and a predetermined management division Switch only the camera of the electronic lantern selected from inside. With this configuration, according to the third embodiment, computerization of the area around the shrines and temples is realized without impairing the surrounding atmosphere, and the security of tourists, VIPs and residents is supported.

This is particularly effective when a large number of people come together, such as when visiting a VIP or during a festival.
Since related application systems can be used, further computerization and added value improvement are expected.

In addition to the improvement of tourist services at shrines and temples nationwide, the improvement of status and potential, and the development of regional information and communication infrastructure, the ripple effect of the creation of shrines and temples as a town centered on information and revitalization. Is also created.

Next, a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 5 is a configuration diagram of an electronic lantern showing a fourth embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 6 is a diagram showing various aspects of a lamp section of the electronic lantern, and FIG. 7 is a system configuration diagram of the electronic lantern.

As shown in these figures, the electronic lantern 101
An electronic display unit 103 such as an LED or a liquid crystal panel is mounted on all four sides or a part of the four sides of the lamp unit 102, and is covered with a transparent or translucent cover plate 104 made of acrylic or the like. . This cover plate 104
Is provided to improve drip-proof and display effects.

A display control device 110 for controlling an electronic display device 103 such as an LED or a liquid crystal panel is provided with an electronic lantern 1.
01 is installed inside or outside of the leg or the like, and is configured to be connected to the electronic display device 103.

Further, the display control is performed by the electronic lantern 10 described above.
In addition to the autonomous system provided in the main body 1, control by a remote control system from a control center or the like is also possible.

The power supply 111 for supplying the required power supply
Is not limited to a particular type (commercial / dedicated / private / solar, etc.), and the lamp electronic display device 103 and the display controller 11
0.

Hereinafter, the operation of the present apparatus will be described.

Various settings relating to the display of the lamp unit electronic display device 103 are previously set on the display surfaces 102A and 102 of each lamp unit 102.
B, 102C, and 102D. Then, without manual intervention, the lighting of the electronic lanterns as set automatically,
The display is turned off or a predetermined picture or character is displayed.

The main settings include the following items.

(1) Lighting / light-off time If the light-on / light-off time is set, the light-on / light-off is automatically turned on at the set time. Alternatively, it is also possible to link with the ON / OFF control by the outdoor light sensor 112.

(2) Display Contents When a picture and a color to be displayed are set, the color is turned on as set. A single-color solid color or a multi-color symbol can be set. These can correspond to some or all of the four directions.

(3) Further, by combining the above (1) and the above (2), it is also possible to switch the display content for each time zone or at regular intervals, or to perform flicker display.

With the settings described above, it is possible to display the lamp section as shown below.

(Specific Example 1) Flame Display In order to make the lamp look like a real flame, the color is set to a color closer to the color of the flame, or shades are expressed by using a plurality of color lamps. If the cover plate of the light electronic display device is made of smoke, it becomes vaguely like a lantern. Therefore, it is effective to combine this display effect. It is also possible to set and change the color and brightness of the flame as needed.

(Specific Example 2) Display of Characters Designed characters can be displayed, such as displaying the characters of "festival" on the day of the festival. The shape and number of characters can be set as appropriate (see FIG. 4A).

(Specific Example 3) Display of Flags In the case of an internationally renowned shrine or temple, when visiting a VIP from abroad, the flag of the VIP country is displayed, or in the case of a commemorative ceremony, etc. A ceremony flag or the like corresponding to the flag can be displayed. A plurality of flags of various types are also possible (see FIG. 4B).

(Specific Example 4) Picture Display Various pictures such as a predetermined design or a creative design can be displayed, for example, a picture or the like which is a symbol of a shrine or a temple where an electronic lantern is present [FIG. c)).

As described above, according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention, (1) automatic blinking is enabled by setting on / off, so that the operation manager can save labor. In particular, it becomes possible in a short time regardless of the weather (rain and wind), and the effect is remarkable in the case of a large-scale lantern (shape, quantity).

(2) When visiting VIPs from overseas, or in the case of a ceremony, the labor of raising a cloth flag, a ceremony flag, etc. can be omitted. In particular, the setting can be made in a short time in a timely manner irrespective of the weather and the like, and it is free from pre- and post-work such as storage of various flags and securing borrowing, thereby reducing costs.

In addition to the aging phenomenon of the manager,
The effect resulting from the easiness of work can be mentioned.

On the other hand, the following effects can be obtained from the viewpoint of the area around the shrines and temples (including the shrines and temples themselves).

Unlike a general incandescent light bulb, a display color can be selected and a plurality of colors can be displayed, so that the color of the light can be made closer to the color of a real flame light, and the original tone of the shrine and temple can be maintained.

At the time of various events of the shrines and temples, the atmosphere can be enhanced by utilizing various display functions while maintaining the basic tone.

[0086] It also leads to the revitalization of towns centered on shrines and temples nationwide.

Further, according to the present invention, the following utilization forms are provided.

Although the fourth embodiment has been described assuming a relatively versatile lantern, the size, shape, material, quantity, etc. of the electronic lantern and the display unit are not specified. Even if certain conditions are added to the electronic devices to be displayed, the present invention can be applied without any difference from the contents of the present case.

The contents described above and those equivalent thereto are partially or wholly applied, or all are applied to a case where the electronic lantern is mounted (built-in) at the beginning or after the installation of the electronic lantern.

In addition to LEDs and liquid crystal panels, various special lighting devices (multicolor display function lighting devices, new material light emitting devices, etc.) other than general incandescent light bulbs can be applied to the lamp electronic display device.

Note that the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications can be made based on the spirit of the present invention, and these are not excluded from the scope of the present invention.

[0092]

As described above, according to the present invention, the following effects can be obtained.

(A) It is possible to meet the needs of introduction of computerization while maintaining the basic tone of the atmosphere around the shrines and temples. The potential value of the lanterns, which invites worshipers and worshipers, can be realized, and multipurpose use for electronic lantern managers, local residents, and visitors can be achieved.

(B) Since the automatic blinking is enabled by setting the lighting / unlighting, the operation manager can save labor. In addition, it is possible to turn on / off the light in a short time irrespective of the weather (rain and wind), and the effect is remarkable in the case of a large-scale lantern (shape and quantity).

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a configuration diagram of an electronic lantern showing a first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a system configuration diagram of an electronic lantern showing a first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a configuration diagram of an electronic lantern showing a second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a configuration diagram of a group of lanterns of an electronic lantern according to a third embodiment of the present invention. You.

FIG. 5 is a configuration diagram of an electronic lantern showing a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a view showing various aspects of a lamp portion of a lantern of an electronic lantern according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a system configuration diagram of an electronic lantern showing a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1,101 Electronic lantern 2,102 Light part 3,103 Light part electronic display device 4 Guidance wireless transmission / reception device (antenna, transmission / reception part) 4A Antenna 4B Transmission / reception part 5 VICS beacon 6A Monitoring camera 6B Television camera 7 Information display board 8 Information outlet 9A Speaker 9B Microphone 9C Emergency call button 9D Various sensors 11 Various communication control devices 12 Monitoring and control devices 13,111 Power supply device 14 Communication network 15 Monitoring and control center 16 Other systems 21 Inductive radio receiver 22 VICS terminal 23 Mobile terminal 24 Broadcasting device 25 Lighting device 102A to 102D Display surface 104 Translucent cover plate 110 Display control device 112 Outdoor light sensor

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Claims (8)

[Claims] 1. An electronic lantern, comprising, in addition to a lamp portion, information notifying means for notifying a person passing nearby of information. 2. The electronic lantern according to claim 1, wherein said information notifying means is a display device. 3. The electronic lantern according to claim 1, wherein the lamp unit is a display device capable of selectively projecting a specific mark. 4. An electronic lantern provided with an information notifying means for notifying a person passing by in addition to a lamp section, to a monitoring and control center, and monitoring, controlling and transmitting and receiving information from the monitoring and control center. Electronic lantern system characterized by performing. 5. An electronic lantern provided with an information notifying means for notifying a person passing by in addition to a lamp section to a monitoring and control center, and from the monitoring and control center, a television broadcast or an event effect, An electronic lantern system that performs control such as safety monitoring. 6. An electronic lantern provided with an information notifying means for notifying a person passing by in addition to a lamp unit, is connected to a monitoring and control center. An electronic lantern system characterized by various monitoring and control from a monitoring and control center. 7. An electronic lantern provided with an information notifying means for notifying a person passing by in addition to a light portion, and an electronic lantern display device is mounted on the lantern. An electronic lantern system, comprising: a power supply device, connecting the lamp unit electronic display device and the display control device, and controlling various display contents of the lamp unit of the electronic lantern and timing of turning on and off. 8. The electronic lantern system according to claim 7, wherein each display surface of a lamp section of said electronic lantern can be individually controlled.