JP2001216695A - Electronic device - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a compact electronic device having good operability. SOLUTION: For performing a reproducing/recording operation, a sliding operation button 2 is slid up or down, and thereby an operation mode setting part 12 turns ON a reproducing mode setting switch 13 or a recording mode setting switch 14. On the other hand, for ejecting a memory card 3, the sliding operation button 2 is pressed toward the inside of a main body, the held state of the memory card 3 is released by rotating an ejection lever 11, and then the memory card 3 is ejected from an opening part 4.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an electronic device, and more particularly, to an electronic device which allows a recording medium to be detachably mounted.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art In recent years, an audio signal obtained by a microphone or the like is converted into a digital signal, which is recorded in, for example, a semiconductor memory. At the time of reproduction, the audio signal is read from the semiconductor memory and converted into an analog signal. A digital information recording / reproducing apparatus called a so-called digital recorder which outputs sound as a sound by a speaker or the like has been developed.

[0003] In a digital recorder using such an audio signal converted into a digital signal as a recording medium, a recorder using a detachable and rewritable memory card as a recording medium is disclosed in US Pat. , 491, 774, and the like.

[0004] Further, various card removal mechanisms in such a recorder that makes a memory card detachable are known, for example, in Japanese Utility Model Laid-Open No. 4-126335.

On the other hand, conventionally, an audio recording / reproducing apparatus which performs a reproducing operation and a recording operation with one slide operation button has been widely known irrespective of an analog recorder or a digital recorder. Hereinafter, an example of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus in which the above-mentioned reproducing operation and recording operation are performed by one slide operation button will be briefly described with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 23 is an external perspective view showing an example of a conventional audio recording / reproducing apparatus to which a removable recording medium can be mounted.

This audio recording / reproducing apparatus is an audio recording / reproducing apparatus called a so-called digital recorder, which converts an audio signal obtained by a microphone or the like into a digital signal and attaches it to a detachable semiconductor memory (memory card 10).
3), the audio signal is read out from the semiconductor memory at the time of reproduction, and is converted into an analog signal.
The recorder has a function of outputting sound as a sound through an earphone, a speaker, or the like.

As shown in FIG. 23, a microphone and an earphone jack are provided on the upper surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus main body 101, and a display section and the like are provided on the front. A slide operation button 102 for performing operations and the like, and an operation button 106 for performing an eject operation of the recording medium are provided. An opening for attaching and detaching the memory card 103 is formed on the bottom surface of the main body 101.

In this audio recording / reproducing apparatus, recording / reproducing operations are performed by operation buttons 102 using a slide mechanism. In the case of this type of apparatus, the ejected memory card 103 is operated by operating an operation button 106 dedicated to ejection. You can do it by doing.

[0010]

However, in the case of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus in which the above-mentioned reproducing operation and recording operation are performed with a single slide operation button, and in which an apparatus for mounting a removable memory card is used, it is difficult to mount the apparatus. A dedicated eject operation button for ejecting the memory card must be provided, which not only prevents miniaturization of the device but also does not always provide excellent operability.

Further, since operation buttons for performing reproduction and recording operations and a button for ejecting a memory card are provided separately, for example, the memory is accidentally ejected during a recording operation (during writing to a memory). There is also a risk of destroying the write data.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and has as its object to provide an electronic device which is small and has excellent operability.

Further, the present invention is compact and excellent in operability,
It is another object of the present invention to provide an electronic device capable of preventing damage to processed data and inconvenience in data processing.

[0014]

In order to achieve the above object, a first electronic apparatus according to the present invention is an electronic apparatus capable of detachably mounting a recording medium. An operating member for allowing movement in a first direction and movement in a second direction different from the first direction, and for allowing a member to be operated to act differently depending on the moving direction; and the operating member Operation mode setting means for setting a plurality of operation modes in accordance with the movement position in the first direction, and a recording medium in a mounted state in response to movement of the operation member in the second direction. Recording medium discharging means for discharging the recording medium from the mounting opening.

[0015] In order to achieve the above object, a second aspect of the present invention is provided.
The electronic device according to the first electronic device, wherein the operation member is prohibited from moving in the second direction except when the operation member is located at a predetermined position in the first direction. In order to achieve the above object, a third electronic device according to the present invention is characterized in that, in the first electronic device, the recording medium discharge means is engaged with the operation member and When the operation member is moved in the second direction, the recording medium is pressed to be ejected from the attachment / detachment opening.

In order to achieve the above object, a fourth aspect of the present invention is provided.
The electronic device of the first electronic device is characterized in that, when the recording medium is in a mounted state, the recording medium discharging means engages with the recording medium to regulate displacement of the recording medium. I do.

In order to achieve the above object, a fifth aspect of the present invention is provided.
The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the detachable opening for mounting and removing the recording medium, sliding in a first position direction, and sliding in the first position direction. Is used to freely slide in a second position direction, which is the opposite direction, and to operate an operating member for applying a different operated member depending on the sliding direction, and to slide the operating member in the first position direction. Operation mode setting means for setting a predetermined operation mode in accordance with the operation mode; and recording for ejecting the recording medium in the mounted state from the mounting / dismounting opening in conjunction with the operation member sliding in the second position direction. Medium discharge means.

According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, there is provided
The electronic device according to the fifth electronic device, wherein the recording medium ejection means presses the recording medium when the operating member is engaged with the operating member and the operating member is slid in the second position direction. And ejected from the opening for attachment / detachment.

According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, there is provided the above-mentioned object.
The electronic device according to any one of the fifth to sixth electronic devices, wherein the operation member is prohibited from sliding in the second position direction during the operation set by the operation mode setting means. It is characterized by further comprising a member.

In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, an eighth aspect of the present invention is provided.
The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the detachable opening for mounting and removing the recording medium, sliding in a first position direction, and sliding in the first position direction. Is slidable in a second position direction opposite to the first position, the second position and a different operated position in the third position between the first position and the second position. An operation member for operating the member, operation mode setting means for setting a predetermined operation mode in accordance with sliding of the operation member to the first position, and sliding of the operation member in the second position direction A recording medium discharging means for discharging a recording medium in a mounted state from the mounting / dismounting opening in conjunction with the movement, and the operation when the operating member is moved from the first position to the third position. Release the operation mode set by the mode setting means Operation mode releasing means, and a slide inhibiting member for inhibiting the operation member from sliding in the second position direction until the operation is completed after the operation mode is released by the operation mode release means. And characterized in that:

[0021]

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

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the appearance of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a first embodiment of the present invention, in which a removable recording medium is mounted.

This audio recording / reproducing apparatus is an audio recording / reproducing apparatus called a so-called digital recorder, which converts an audio signal obtained by a microphone or the like into a digital signal and converts the signal into a detachable semiconductor memory (memory card). The recorder is provided with a function of recording and reproducing the audio signal from the semiconductor memory at the time of reproduction, converting the signal into an analog signal, and outputting the signal as sound using an earphone or a speaker.

As shown in FIG. 1, a microphone 6 and an earphone jack 7 are provided on the upper surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus main body 1.
In addition, a display unit 8 and the like are provided on the front surface, but these perform only normal functions, and a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

A slide operation button 2 for performing a recording operation, a reproduction operation, an ejection operation of a recording medium, and the like is provided on one side surface of the main body 1. An opening 4 for attaching and detaching a memory card is formed on the bottom surface of the main body 1.

FIG. 1 shows a state in which the memory card 3 is mounted. The memory card 3 has a notch 3a formed on one side, and is held by a lever 11 provided inside the main body when the memory card 3 is inserted, as shown in the figure. The details will be described later.

Next, the configuration of the slide operation button 2 and its peripheral portion will be described. FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the present embodiment.

A predetermined switch is pressed in conjunction with the operation of the slide operation button 2 on the inside of the main body on one side (the surface on which the slide operation button 2 is disposed) of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus main body 1 or a memory card is provided. An operation mode setting unit 12 for operating the discharge mechanism 3 is provided. The operation mode setting section 12 is a substantially rectangular plate-shaped member, and is disposed at a position facing the slide operation button 2 with the exterior surface interposed therebetween. Further, on one side surface of the operation mode setting section 12, a connecting section 25 for connecting to the slide operation button 2 is integrally extended. The connecting portion 25 penetrates the hole 5 formed in the main body 1, and the tip is fixed to the bottom surface of the slide operation button 2.

By the way, the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the present embodiment is different in the operation method of the slide operation button 2 due to the difference in the operation method.
Realize two different operation systems. As a first operation system, the slide operation button 2 functions as a so-called slide button type switch. In this case, the operator slides the slide operation button 2 up and down (in the direction of arrow A in FIG. 2) on the exterior surface of the main body 1 so that a predetermined switch (in response to an electric signal) disposed inside the main body is applied. Switch) to actuate. The details will be described later.

As a second operation system, the slide operation button 2 functions as a mechanical operation unit utilizing the displacement by being pressed and displaced toward the inside of the main body. In this case, when the operator presses the slide operation button 2 and inserts it into the hole 5, an operation function different from the function as the slide switch can be performed.

The hole 5 is provided with the slide operation button 2
Is formed to be approximately the same size as the projected shape of the slide operation button 2 so that it can be inserted into the hole 5. As will be described later, the slide operation button 2 is normally
The urging force of 5 protrudes from the main body 1 and enables only sliding on the exterior surface.

On the other hand, guide grooves 21 and 22 having a "T" shape in FIG. These guide grooves 21,
22 are guide pins 23 fixed to the main body 1, respectively.
24 are engaged, and thereby the operation mode setting unit 12
Is restricted in the vertical and horizontal directions.

Further, an urging spring 15 is provided between the bottom surface of the operation mode setting section 12 and a part (not shown) of the main body 1, and the operation mode setting section 12 is moved rightward in FIG. That is, the slide operation button 2 is urged outward of the main body 1.

Further, switches 13 and 14 corresponding to a predetermined operation mode are provided above and below the operation mode setting section 12, respectively. The switches 13 and 14 are switches that are pressed on the upper and lower surfaces by the movement of the operation mode setting unit 12 to be turned on, and in the present embodiment, the switch 1 is
Reference numeral 3 denotes a reproduction mode setting switch, and switch 14 denotes a recording mode setting switch. The ON / OFF signals are connected to a CPU (not shown). The CPU controls the operation of the entire audio recording / reproducing apparatus and controls the switch 1.
The predetermined operation mode is controlled based on the states of 3 and 14, but the detailed description of the operation of the entire audio recording / reproducing apparatus is omitted here.

On the left side of the operation mode setting section 12,
Ejection lever 11 which is a part of the ejection mechanism of memory card 3
Is in contact with one end (11a). This ejection lever 11
Is a three-pronged lever which uses a shaft 18 fixed to a part (not shown) of the main body 1 as a support shaft, and is rotatable around the support shaft 18. In the present embodiment, the position of the support shaft 18 is located on the bottom side with respect to the operation mode setting unit 12.

The first arm portion 11a once extends upward from the support shaft 18 and then bends toward the left side of the operation mode setting portion 12, and its tip (due to the effect of the biasing spring 16) Is pressed against.

The second arm portion 11b extends from the support shaft 18 to the bottom side so as to surround the memory card 3 to be mounted, and the tip portion is bent to form a key portion, and the memory card 3 is mounted. At this time, it engages with the notch 3a.

The third arm portion 11c is temporarily connected to the second arm portion 1
After extending in the direction opposite to the direction 1b, it is bent toward the bottom surface, and its tip is located near the tip of the memory card 3 in the insertion direction when the memory card 3 is inserted.

The free end of the third arm 11c and the main body 1
2 (see FIG. 2).
A biasing spring 16 is biased to rotate clockwise in the middle.

By the biasing force of the biasing spring 16, the tip of the first bay portion 11a is pressed against the bottom of the operation mode setting portion 12, and the tip of the second arm portion 11b is attached when the memory card 3 is mounted. And engages with and holds a notch (a notch for holding a memory card) 3a of the memory card 3. The third arm portion 11c is located near the leading end of the memory card 3 when the memory card 3 is mounted (but in the present embodiment), but applies any force to the memory card 3. is not.

Next, the reproduction and recording operations of the embodiment having the above-described configuration will be described with reference to FIGS. 3 and 4 are explanatory views showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the present embodiment, and FIG. FIG. 4 shows a state when the recording operation is performed.

First, the reproduction operation will be described. Now
It is assumed that the audio recording / reproducing device is in a stopped state and a state in which the memory card 3 is mounted. At this time, the memory card 3 holds the ejection lever 1 by the mechanism described above.
1 and 2 (FIGS. 1 and 2).
reference). In this stopped state, the slide operation button 2, the operation mode setting unit 12, and the like are in the states shown in FIGS.

When the audio recording / reproducing apparatus is set to the reproducing mode, the operator slides the slide operation button 2 upward (the state shown in FIG. 3). This slide operation button 2
The operation mode setting unit 12 also moves upward integrally with the upward movement of. As described above, the operation mode setting section 12 is provided with the T-shaped guide grooves 21 and 22.
Of the T-shaped grooves, the up and down grooves are engaged with the guide pins 23 and 24, respectively.
Is defined in the direction and amount of movement.

When the operation mode setting section 12 moves upward, a switch 13 which is a reproduction mode setting switch is turned on. The switch 13 is turned on by a CPU (not shown).
When the CPU inputs the ON signal of the switch 13, the CPU sets the sound recording / reproducing apparatus to the reproduction mode and controls a predetermined circuit.

When the operation mode setting unit 12 is moved upward, the ejection lever 11 is pressed against the operation mode setting unit 12 by the urging force of the urging spring 16 at the first arm 11a. Without rotating around axis 18,
Therefore, the holding state of the memory card 3 is maintained.

When the slide operation button 2 is slid upward to perform a reproduction operation, the slide operation button 2 cannot be pushed into the main body. That is,
As is clear from the figure, at this time, the slide operation button 2 is not at a position facing the hole 5, and therefore, the movement by pushing the slide operation button 2 into the inside of the main body is prohibited by the exterior portion.

Next, the recording operation will be described. Now
It is assumed that the audio recording / reproducing device is in a stopped state and a state in which the memory card 3 is mounted. At this time, the memory card 3 holds the ejection lever 1 by the mechanism described above.
1 and 2 (FIGS. 1 and 2).
reference). The slide operation button 2, the operation mode setting unit 12, and the like are in the state shown in FIGS.

When the audio recording / reproducing apparatus is set to the recording mode, the operator slides the slide operation button 2 downward (the state shown in FIG. 4). This slide operation button 2
The operation mode setting unit 12 also moves downward integrally by the downward movement of. As described above, the operation mode setting section 12 is provided with the T-shaped guide grooves 21 and 22.
Of the T-shaped grooves, the up and down grooves are engaged with the guide pins 23 and 24, respectively.
Is defined in the direction and amount of movement.

When the operation mode setting section 12 moves downward, the switch 14 is turned on. The ON operation of the switch 14 is recognized by a CPU (not shown), and when the ON signal of the switch 14 is input, the CPU sets the audio recording / reproducing apparatus to a recording mode and controls a predetermined circuit.

When the operation mode setting section 12 moves downward, the ejection lever 11 is also operated by the urging force of the urging spring 16 in the first arm portion 11a in the same manner as in the case of the reproduction operation. Although pressed against the setting section 12, it does not rotate around the axis 18, and
The holding state of the memory card 3 is maintained.

As in the case of the reproduction operation, when the slide operation button 2 is slid downward to perform the recording operation, the slide operation button 2 cannot be pushed into the main body. That is, also in this case, the movement by pushing into the inside of the main body is prohibited by the exterior part.

Next, the operation of ejecting (ejecting) the inserted memory card 3 in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the first embodiment having such a configuration will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing the appearance of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the first embodiment of the present invention,
FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating a state when an operation of ejecting a removable recording medium (memory card 3) is performed. FIG. 6 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the present embodiment, and ejecting the memory card 3 from the opening 4. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a state when an operation for causing the user to perform the operation is performed.

Now, it is assumed that the audio recording / reproducing apparatus is in a stopped state and the memory card 3 is mounted. At this time, the memory card 3 is held by the second arm 11b of the ejection lever 11 by the above-described mechanism (see FIGS. 1 and 2). The slide operation button 2, the operation mode setting unit 12, and the like are in the state shown in FIGS.

When ejecting (ejecting) the inserted memory card 3, the operator inserts the slide operation button 2 so as to push it into the hole 5 (the state shown in FIGS. 5 and 6). The operation mode setting unit 12 is also displaced toward the inside of the main body 1 against the urging force of the urging spring 15 by the pressing and inserting operation of the slide operation button 2.

As described above, the operation mode setting section 12 is provided with the T-shaped guide grooves 21 and 22. Of these T-shaped grooves, the left and right grooves are the guide pins 23 and 24, respectively. By engaging with 24, the moving direction and the amount of displacement of the operation mode setting unit 12 are defined.

When the operation mode setting section 12 is displaced inwardly of the main body against the urging force of the urging spring 15, the first arm 11a of the discharge lever 11 is pressed on the left side in FIG. As a result, the discharge lever 11 rotates counterclockwise about the shaft 18 against the clockwise rotational force of the urging spring 16.

The engagement between the tip (key) of the second arm 11b and the cutout 3a of the memory card 3 is released by the counterclockwise rotation of the ejection lever 11, and the memory card 3 is free. At the same time, it is pushed out in the discharging direction by the tip of the third arm portion 11c. That is, the memory card 3
Is pushed out toward the bottom surface by the tip of the third arm portion 11c, and is discharged from the attaching / detaching opening 4.

As described above, according to the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the present embodiment, the existing operation unit can be used without providing a dedicated operation button for ejecting (discharging) the removable recording medium (memory card 3). The memory card 3 can be ejected, thereby contributing to downsizing of the main body, and
There is an effect that it is possible to provide an audio recording / reproducing apparatus having excellent operability.

In the present embodiment, the other operation using the slide operation button 2 for performing the eject operation of the memory card 3 is a reproduction operation and a recording operation. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The eject operation may be performed using a button to be performed. In this case, the same effect as above can be obtained.

Next, an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a second embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing an external appearance of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a second embodiment of the present invention. The same components as those in the first embodiment shown in FIG. 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and description thereof will be omitted.

The audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the second embodiment is an audio recording / reproducing apparatus called a so-called digital recorder similarly to the first embodiment, and converts an audio signal obtained by a microphone or the like into a digital signal. Converted and recorded in a removable semiconductor memory (memory card), and at the time of reproduction, a function of reading out the audio signal from the semiconductor memory, converting the audio signal into an analog signal, and outputting the analog signal as a sound by an earphone, a speaker, or the like. It is a recorder.

As shown in FIG. 7, the microphone 6 and the earphone jack 7 are provided on the upper surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus main body 31 as in the first embodiment, and the display section 8 is provided on the front.
And the like are provided, but only perform normal functions, and a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

In the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the second embodiment, a slide operation button 32 for performing a recording operation, a reproducing operation, and an ejecting operation of a recording medium is provided on one side of the main body 31.
Are arranged. An opening 4 for attaching and detaching a memory card is formed on the bottom surface of the main body 31.

FIG. 7 shows a state where the memory card 3 is mounted. The memory card 3 has a notch 3a formed on one side, and is held by a lever 41 disposed inside the main body when the memory card 3 is inserted as shown in the drawing. The details will be described later.

Next, the configuration of the slide operation button 32 and its peripheral portion will be described. FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view of the slide operation button cut out horizontally in the middle.

A slide operation button 32 having the same appearance as that of the first embodiment is provided on one side surface of the main body 31 of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus. A predetermined switch (not shown) is pressed on the back of the slide operation button 2 based on the operation of the slide operation button 32 or the memory card 3
The operation button base 42 for operating the discharge mechanism of the above is integrally provided. The operation button base 42 extends through the hole 35 formed on one side surface of the main body 31 toward the inside of the main body 31.

On the other hand, a guide shaft 43 for the operation button base 42 is provided inside the main body 31 so as to extend in the vertical direction. Both ends of the guide shaft 43 are fixed to predetermined portions of the main body 31, and the operation button base 42 is slidable in the vertical direction along the guide shaft 43, and is rotatable about the guide shaft 43. It has been done. Thereby, the slide operation button 32 is guided by the guide shaft 43 and slides vertically on the exterior surface of the main body 31 (in the direction of arrow A in FIG. 8), and rotates on the horizontal plane about the guide shaft 43. (The direction of arrow B in FIG. 9).

Although not shown, switches corresponding to respective predetermined operation modes are provided above and below the operation button base 42. These switches are the operation button base 4
The switch is turned on by being pressed by the vertical movement of the switch 2, and its on and off signals are connected to a CPU (not shown). The CPU controls the operation of the entire audio recording / reproducing apparatus and controls a predetermined operation mode based on the state of the switch. However, a detailed description of the operation of the entire audio recording / reproducing apparatus is omitted here. .

One end (41a) of a discharge lever 41, which is a part of the discharge mechanism of the memory card 3, is in contact with the left side surface of the operation button base 42. This ejection lever 41
Is a three-pronged lever that uses a shaft 44 fixed to a part (not shown) of the main body 1 as a support shaft, and is rotatable around the support shaft 44. In the present embodiment, the position of the support shaft 44 is located on the bottom side with respect to the operation button base 42.

The first arm portion 41a once extends upward from the support shaft 44 and then bends toward the left side surface of the operation button base portion 42, and the tip thereof (due to the influence of the urging spring 46) is attached to the left side surface. It is pressed.

The second arm portion 41b extends from the support shaft 44 to the bottom surface side, and its distal end portion is bent to form a key portion to engage with the notch portion 3a when the memory card 3 is mounted. .

The third arm portion 41c once extends to the left from the support shaft 44 and then bends toward the bottom surface. The tip of the third arm portion 41c is inserted when the memory card 3 is mounted. Located near the tip in the direction.

The free end of the third arm 41c and the main body 1
The discharge lever 41 is connected to a part (not shown) of FIG.
A biasing spring 46 is biased to rotate clockwise in the middle.

The tip of the first bay portion 41a is pressed against the bottom surface of the operation button base 42 by the biasing force of the biasing spring 46, and the tip of the second arm portion 41b is moved when the memory card 3 is mounted. The notch 3a of the memory card 3 is engaged and held. Further, the third arm portion 41c is located near the leading end of the memory card 3 when the memory card 3 is mounted (abuts in the present embodiment), but applies any force to the memory card 3. is not.

Next, the reproduction operation of the present embodiment having the above-described configuration will be described with reference to FIG. FIG.
FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the second embodiment, showing a state when a reproducing operation is performed. .

Now, it is assumed that the audio recording / reproducing apparatus is in a stopped state and the memory card 3 is mounted. At this time, the memory card 3 is held by the second arm 41b of the ejection lever 41 by the above-described mechanism (see FIGS. 7 and 8). The slide operation button 32, the operation button base 42, and the like are in a state shown in FIGS.

When setting the audio recording / reproducing apparatus to the reproducing mode, the operator slides the slide operation button 32 upward (the state shown in FIG. 10). The upward movement of the slide operation button 32 also causes the operation button base 42 to integrally move upward along the guide shaft 43. The upward movement of the operation button base 42 is defined by the operation button base 42 contacting the upper wall surface of the hole 35. Although not shown, the downward movement of the operation button base 42 is defined by contacting the lower wall surface of the hole 35.

When the operation button base 42 moves upward,
An operation setting switch (not shown) is turned on. The ON operation of this switch is recognized by a CPU (not shown), and when the ON signal of the switch is input, the CPU sets the audio recording / reproducing apparatus to a reproduction mode and controls a predetermined circuit.

When the operation button base 42 is moved upward, the discharge lever 41 is pressed against the operation button base 42 by the urging force of the urging spring 46 at the first arm portion 41a. It does not rotate around, so that the holding state of the memory card 3 is maintained.

Further, when the slide operation button 32 is slid upward to perform the reproduction operation operation, the slide operation button 32 cannot be pushed into the main body as in the first embodiment. That is, also in this case, the movement by pushing into the inside of the main body is prohibited by the exterior part.

Next, in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the second embodiment having such a configuration, the ejecting (discharging) operation of the inserted memory card 3 will be described with reference to FIGS.
This will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 11 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a second embodiment of the present invention, and is an operation for ejecting a memory card from an opening. FIG. 12 is a cross-sectional view of the slide operation button cut out horizontally in the middle, when the operation of discharging the memory card from the opening is performed. FIG.

Now, it is assumed that the audio recording / reproducing apparatus is in a stopped state and the memory card 3 is mounted. At this time, the memory card 3 is held by the second arm 41b of the ejection lever 41 by the above-described mechanism (see FIGS. 7 and 8).

When ejecting (ejecting) the inserted memory card 3, the operator presses the slide operation button 32 so as to push it into the hole 35 behind the main body 31 (the state shown in FIGS. 11 and 12). . By pressing the slide operation button 32, the slide operation button 32 is pressed.
And the operation button base 42 integrally rotate about the guide shaft 43.

When the operation button base 42 is rotated, FIG.
In the middle and left side surfaces 42a, the first arm portion 4 of the ejection lever 41 is provided.
Press 1a. Thus, the discharge lever 41 rotates counterclockwise about the shaft 44 against the clockwise rotation force of the urging spring 46.

When the discharge lever 41 is rotated counterclockwise, the tip of the second arm 41b (key) is disengaged from the notch 3a of the memory card 3, and the memory card 3 is free. At the same time, it is pushed out in the discharging direction by the tip of the third arm portion 41c. That is, the memory card 3
Is pushed out toward the bottom surface by the tip of the third arm portion 41c, and is discharged from the opening 4 for attachment / detachment.

As described above, according to the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the second embodiment, similarly to the first embodiment, the removable recording medium (memory card 3) is ejected (discharged).
Since the memory card 3 can be ejected using the existing operation unit without providing a dedicated operation button or the like, a sound recording / reproducing apparatus which contributes to downsizing of the main body and has excellent operability is provided. It has the effect that it can be done.

In the second embodiment, the other operation using the slide operation button 32 for performing the eject operation of the memory card 3 is a reproduction operation. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The eject operation may be performed using a button to be performed. In this case, the same effect as above can be obtained.

In each of the above embodiments, the present invention is applied to an audio recording / reproducing apparatus. However, the idea of the present invention is not limited to this. The present invention can be widely applied to an electronic device which allows the detachable electronic device, for example, a portable information terminal device, a video recording device, an image recording device, and the like.

Next, a third embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 13 is a perspective view showing the appearance of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a third embodiment of the present invention, showing a state where a removable recording medium is mounted.

This audio recording / reproducing apparatus is an audio recording / reproducing apparatus called a so-called digital recorder, which converts an audio signal obtained by a microphone or the like into a digital signal and converts the signal into a detachable semiconductor memory (memory card). The recorder is provided with a function of recording and reproducing the audio signal from the semiconductor memory at the time of reproduction, converting the signal into an analog signal, and outputting the signal as sound using an earphone, a speaker, or the like.

As shown in FIG. 13, a microphone 206 and an earphone jack 207 are provided on the upper surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus main body 201, and a display unit 208 and the like are provided on the front, and these perform normal functions. This is only a detailed description here.

A slide operation button 202 for performing a recording operation, a reproduction operation, an ejection operation of a recording medium, and the like is provided on one side surface of the main body 201. An opening 204 for attaching and detaching a memory card is formed on the bottom surface of the main body 201.

FIG. 13 shows a state where the memory card 203 is mounted. The memory card 203 has a cutout portion 203a formed on one side, and is held by a fixing ball 214 disposed inside the main body when the memory card 203 is mounted as shown in the drawing. The details will be described later.

Next, the configuration of the slide operation button 202 and its peripheral portion will be described. FIG. 14 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the present embodiment.

A predetermined switch is pressed in conjunction with the operation of the slide operation button 202 inside the main body on one side (the surface on which the slide operation button 202 is provided) of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus main body 201, or a memory card is provided. An operation mode setting unit 211 that discharges 203 is provided. The operation mode setting unit 211 is a substantially L-shaped plate member,
It is provided at a position facing the slide operation button 202 with the exterior surface interposed therebetween.

On one side surface of the operation mode setting section 211, a connecting section 215 for connecting to the slide operation button 202 is integrally extended. The connecting portion 215 penetrates a hole 205 formed in the main body 201, and its tip is fixed to the bottom surface of the slide operation button 202, and moves in the vertical direction in conjunction with the vertical slide of the slide operation button 202. .

At the lower end of the operation mode setting section 211, a discharge end 212 of the memory card 203 is formed, and the tip of the end 212 comes into contact with the upper end of the memory card 203 when the memory card 203 is inserted. It has become.

The audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the present embodiment realizes two different operation systems depending on the manner of operating the slide operation button 202. As a first operation system, the slide operation button 202 functions as a so-called slide button type switch. In this case, the operator slides the slide operation button 202 upward (in the direction of arrow A in FIG. 14) on the exterior surface of the main body 201 to thereby set a predetermined switch (for applying an electric signal) disposed inside the main body. Switch) to actuate.

That is, a switch 213 corresponding to a predetermined operation mode is provided above the operation mode setting section 211. This switch 213 is connected to the operation mode setting unit 2
The switch 11 is pressed on the upper surface by the movement of the switch 11 and is turned on. In this embodiment, the switch 11 functions as a recording mode setting switch. The on / off signals are connected to a CPU (not shown). The CPU controls the operation of the entire audio recording / reproducing apparatus and controls the switch 213.
The predetermined operation mode is controlled on the basis of the state described above, but the detailed description of the operation of the entire audio recording / reproducing apparatus is omitted here.

On the other hand, as a second operation system, by sliding the slide operation button 202 downward on the exterior surface of the main body 201, it functions as a mechanical operation unit utilizing the displacement. That is, in this case, when the operator slides the slide operation button 202 downward, the operation mode setting unit 211 also moves downward in conjunction with the operation mode setting unit 211, and the discharge end 212 turns the memory card 203 downward. And press. As a result, the memory card 203 is
It is discharged from 4.

Note that, as described above, the memory card 203
Is formed with a notch 203a. Normally, when the memory card 203 is mounted on the main body 201, the fixing sphere 214 spring-biased into the notch 203a.
Are inserted into the main body 201. Then, as the memory card 203 moves below the operation mode setting unit 211, the ejection end 21
2, the fixing ball 214 is disengaged from the cutout portion 203a against the urging force of the spring.
3 is discharged from the opening 204.

Next, the recording operation according to the present embodiment having such a configuration will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the present embodiment, and shows a state when a recording operation is performed. Things.

Now, it is assumed that the audio recording / reproducing apparatus is in a stopped state and the memory card 203 is mounted. At this time, the memory card 203 is
As shown in FIG.
When the slide operation button 20 is in the stopped state,
2. The operation mode setting unit 211 and the like are in the states shown in FIGS.

When the sound recording / reproducing apparatus is set to the recording mode, the operator slides the slide operation button 202 upward (the state shown in FIG. 15). When the slide operation button 202 is moved upward, the operation mode setting unit 21
1 also moves upward integrally. Operation mode setting unit 211
Is moved upward, a switch 213 which is a recording mode setting switch is turned on. The ON operation of the switch 213 is recognized by a CPU (not shown), and when the ON signal of the switch 213 is input, the CPU sets the audio recording / reproducing apparatus to the reproduction mode and controls a predetermined circuit.

When the operation mode setting section 211 is moved upward, the holding state of the memory card 203 is maintained.

Next, the operation of ejecting (ejecting) the inserted memory card 203 in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the third embodiment having such a configuration will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 16 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a third embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating a state when an operation of discharging from an opening is performed.

Now, it is assumed that the audio recording / reproducing apparatus is in a stopped state and the memory card 203 is mounted. At this time, the memory card 203 is in a state shown in FIG. 14 by the above-described mechanism.

When ejecting (ejecting) the inserted memory card 203, the operator operates the slide operation button 20
2 is slid downward on the exterior surface of the main body 201. The operation mode setting unit 211 also moves downward in conjunction with the sliding of the slide operation button 202 downward, and the discharge end 212 abutting on the upper surface of the memory card 203 turns the memory card 203 downward. And press. When the memory card 203 is pressed against the ejection end 212, the fixing ball 214 comes off the notch 203a against the urging force of the spring for urging the fixing ball 214. Fixing ball 21
The memory card 203 that has lost the holding force of the memory card 4 is pushed as it is by the ejection end 212 and ejected from the opening 204.

As described above, according to the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the present embodiment, a removable recording medium (memory card 203)
The ejecting operation of the memory card 203 can be performed by using the existing operation unit without providing an operation button or the like dedicated to ejecting (ejecting), thereby contributing to downsizing of the main body,
In addition, it is possible to provide an audio recording / reproducing apparatus having excellent operability.

In this embodiment, the slide operation button 2 for ejecting the memory card 203 is operated.
The other operation by 02 is a recording operation, but the operation is not limited to this, and an eject operation may be performed by using a button for performing a reproduction operation, a fast-forward operation, a fast-reverse operation, or the like. In this case, the same effect as above can be obtained.

Next, an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 17 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus, and shows a state when the memory card is ejected. Note that the same components as those in the third embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and description thereof will be omitted.

The audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the fourth embodiment is an audio recording / reproducing apparatus called a so-called digital recorder similarly to the third embodiment, and converts an audio signal obtained by a microphone or the like into a digital signal. Converted and recorded in a removable semiconductor memory (memory card), and at the time of reproduction, a function of reading out the audio signal from the semiconductor memory, converting the audio signal into an analog signal, and outputting the analog signal as an audio through an earphone, a speaker or the like Although the recorder is a recorder, the third embodiment is characterized in that an opening for attaching and detaching a memory card disposed on the bottom surface is provided on the upper surface of the main body 201. The memory card 203 is mounted through the opening, and FIG. 17 shows a state where the memory card 203 is mounted. This memory card 203
Is formed with a notch 203a on one side in the same manner as described above, and is held by a fixing ball 214.

Further, as shown in FIG. 17, in the fourth embodiment, an operation mode setting section 221 having the same function as the operation mode setting section 211 is provided. The operation mode setting unit 221 is a plate-like member, and the operation mode setting unit 2
Slide operation button 202 sandwiching the exterior surface in the same manner as 11
, And is connected to the bottom surface of the slide operation button 202 via the connecting portion 215, and moves in the vertical direction in conjunction with the vertical slide of the slide operation button 202.

Further, one end of a discharge lever 222 of the memory card 203 is in contact with a lower end of the operation mode setting section 211. The discharge lever 222 is a lever that rotates about the fixed shaft 23 of the main body 201, and the tip of one arm portion 222 a contacts the lower end surface of the operation mode setting portion 221, and the other arm portion 222 b The leading end comes into contact with the lower end surface of the loaded memory card 203.

By the way, the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the fourth embodiment also realizes two different operation systems based on the difference in the manner of operating the slide operation button 202, as described above.
As a first operation system, the slide operation button 202 is
It functions as a so-called slide button type switch. In this case, the operator operates the slide operation button 20.
2 is directed upward on the exterior surface of the main body 201 (arrow A in FIG. 17).
By sliding the switch in the direction (i.e., direction), a predetermined switch (a switch related to an electric signal) disposed inside the main body can be operated to perform an operation.

That is, a switch 213 corresponding to a predetermined operation mode is provided above the operation mode setting section 221. This switch 213 is connected to the operation mode setting unit 2
The switch is pressed on the upper surface by the movement of the switch 21 and is turned on. The switch also functions as a recording mode setting switch in the fourth embodiment. The on / off signals are connected to a CPU (not shown).

On the other hand, as a second operation system, by sliding the slide operation button 202 downward on the exterior surface of the main body 201, it functions as a mechanical operation unit utilizing the displacement. That is, when the operator slides the slide operation button 202 downward, the operation mode setting unit 221 also moves downward in conjunction with the operation mode setting unit 221, and moves the one arm 222 a of the discharge lever 222 by the arrow B in the figure. Rotate in the direction. By the rotation of the ejection lever 222 in the direction B, the tip of the other arm 222b presses the memory card 203 upward. Thereby, the memory card 203 is ejected from the opening on the upper surface. That is, the fixing ball 214 is disengaged from the notch 203a against the urging force of the spring, and the memory card 203 is ejected from the opening.

As described above, according to the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the fourth embodiment, similarly to the third embodiment, an operation button dedicated to ejecting (ejecting) a removable recording medium (memory card 203). Since the ejecting operation of the memory card 203 can be performed by using the existing operation unit without providing such a device, it is possible to provide a sound recording / reproducing apparatus which contributes to downsizing of the main body and has excellent operability. This has the effect.

In this embodiment, the slide operation button 2 for ejecting the memory card 203 is also used.
The other operation by 02 is a recording operation, but the operation is not limited to this, and an eject operation may be performed by using a button for performing a reproduction operation, a fast-forward operation, a fast-reverse operation, or the like. In this case, the same effect as above can be obtained.

Next, an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 19 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention, and mounting a memory card. The state is shown. Note that the same components as those in the third embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and description thereof will be omitted.

The audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the fifth embodiment is an audio recording / reproducing apparatus called a so-called digital recorder similarly to the third embodiment, and converts an audio signal obtained by a microphone or the like into a digital signal. Into a removable semiconductor memory (memory card),
At the time of reproduction, this recorder is provided with a function of reading out this audio signal from the semiconductor memory, converting it into an analog signal, and outputting it as an audio through an earphone, a speaker, or the like. It is characterized by further comprising a sliding prohibiting member for prohibiting sliding of the button below.

A predetermined switch is pressed in conjunction with the operation of the slide operation button 202 inside the main body on one side (the surface on which the slide operation button 202 is provided) of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus main body 201, or a memory card is provided. An operation mode setting unit 231 that discharges 203 is provided. The operation mode setting section 231 is a substantially L-shaped plate member,
It is provided at a position facing the slide operation button 202 with the exterior surface interposed therebetween.

On one side of the operation mode setting section 231, a connecting section 215 for connecting to the slide operation button 202 is integrally extended. The connecting portion 215 penetrates a hole 205 formed in the main body 201, and its tip is fixed to the bottom surface of the slide operation button 202, and moves in the vertical direction in conjunction with the vertical slide of the slide operation button 202. .

At the lower end of the operation mode setting section 231, a discharge end 212 of the memory card 203 is formed. The tip of the end 212 comes into contact with the upper end of the memory card 203 when the memory card 203 is inserted. It has become.

Further, on the other side of the operation mode setting section 231, the sound recording / reproducing apparatus is set to the recording mode,
Further, a plunger mechanism 234 is provided to prohibit sliding of the operation mode setting unit 231 and, consequently, the slide operation button downward while the recording operation is not completed. Accordingly, the other side of the operation mode setting unit 231 includes:
The locking portion 232 with which the plunger tip of the plunger mechanism 234 engages is formed integrally. The locking portion 232 forms a ratchet, and the plunger mechanism 23
When the plunger tip of No. 4 is displaced toward the operation mode setting unit 231, the downward movement of the operation mode setting unit 231 is prohibited.

The plunger mechanism 234 is controlled by the CPU 233 which controls the entire audio recording / reproducing apparatus.
The plunger tip moves forward and backward toward the operation mode setting unit 231.

On the other hand, the memory card 203 has a CPU 233
The CPU 233 can detect the start and end of the data writing to the memory card 203.

By the way, the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the fifth embodiment also realizes two different operation systems based on the difference in the operation of the slide operation button 202, as described above. As a first operation system, the slide operation button 202 functions as a so-called slide button type switch. In this case, the operator operates the slide operation button 202
Is slid upwardly (in the direction of arrow A in FIG. 19) on the exterior surface of the main body 201, a predetermined switch (a switch related to an electric signal) disposed inside the main body can be operated to perform an operation.

That is, a switch 213 corresponding to a predetermined operation mode is provided above the operation mode setting section 231. This switch 213 is connected to the operation mode setting unit 2
The switch 31 is pressed on the upper surface by the movement of the switch 31 and is turned on. In the fifth embodiment, the switch 31 functions as a recording mode setting switch. The on / off signal is CP
The input is made to U233. And CP
U233 controls a predetermined operation mode based on the state of switch 213.

On the other hand, as a second operation system, by sliding the slide operation button 202 downward on the exterior surface of the main body 201, it functions as a mechanical operation unit utilizing the displacement. That is, in this case, when the operator slides the slide operation button 202 downward, the operation mode setting section 231 also moves downward in conjunction with the operation mode setting section 231, and the ejection end 212 directs the memory card 203 downward. And press. As a result, the memory card 203 is
It is discharged from 4.

Note that, as described above, the memory card 203
Is formed with a notch 203a. Normally, when the memory card 203 is mounted on the main body 201, the fixing sphere 214 spring-biased into the notch 203a.
Are inserted into the main body 201. Then, as the memory card 203 moves below the operation mode setting unit 231, the ejection end 21
2, the fixing ball 214 is disengaged from the cutout portion 203a against the urging force of the spring.
3 is discharged from the opening 204.

Next, in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the fifth embodiment having such a configuration, the operation of ejecting (ejecting) the inserted memory card 203 and the function of the mechanism for inhibiting the ejecting operation will be described with reference to FIG. Through FIG.
This will be described with reference to FIG.

FIG. 19 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting section, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention as described above. Oh, memory card 2
No. 03 indicates that no predetermined operation is set. FIG. 20 shows a state in which a recording operation is performed in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus. FIG. 21 shows a state in which a stop operation is performed after performing the recording operation in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus. This shows the state immediately after. FIG. 22 is a diagram showing a state where an operation of ejecting the memory card 203 from the opening 204 is performed in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus.

Now, it is assumed that the audio recording / reproducing apparatus is in a stopped state and a state in which the memory card 203 is mounted. At this time, the memory card 203 is in a state shown in FIG. 19 by the above-described mechanism. The slide operation button 202 is located at an initial position in the middle of the hole 205,
The plunger mechanism 234 is controlled by the CPU 233 and is located at a position separated from the operation mode setting unit 231. In addition,
The position of the slide operation button 202 and the position of the operation mode setting unit 231 in the stopped state (initial state) are
For convenience, the third position is set.

When performing the recording operation, as shown in FIG. 20, the operator slides the slide operation button 202 upward from the third position on the exterior surface of the main body 201.
In conjunction with the upward sliding of the slide operation button 202, the operation mode setting section 231 also moves upward, and the switch 2
13 is turned on. The position of the slide operation button 202 and the position of the operation mode setting unit 231 at this time are defined as a first position.

In response to the ON signal of switch 213, C
The PU 233 activates a predetermined circuit for recording, and also controls the plunger mechanism 234 to displace the plunger in the direction of the operation mode setting unit 231 (the direction of arrow C in FIG. 20).

Next, when the recording operation is to be stopped, as shown in FIG.
To the third position below. The operation mode setting unit 231 interlocks with the sliding of the slide operation button 202.
Also move down. As a result, the switch 213 is turned off, and the CPU 233 receiving this off signal releases the operation mode.

By the way, the slide operation button 202 and the operation mode setting section 231 are moved downward. At this time, the plunger of the plunger mechanism 234 is displaced toward the operation mode setting section 231 (see FIG. 20), the tip of the plunger and the locking portion 232 are engaged, and the movement of the operation mode setting portion 231 below the third position is restricted.

[0139] When the slide operation button 202 is operated to stop recording, the setting of the operation mode is canceled, but there is a slight time lag to complete the data processing between the CPU 233 and the memory card 203. In order to prevent problems such as data corruption, until the data writing to the memory card 203 is completed,
This is a measure to avoid emissions.

After the setting of the recording motor is released by operating the slide operation button 202, after a predetermined time has passed, the CP
U233 controls the plunger mechanism 234 to move the plunger away from the operation mode setting unit 231 (see FIG. 2).
1, during the direction of arrow D). Accordingly, the slide operation button 202 can be slid downward, that is, the ejection operation of the memory card 203 can be performed.

In a state where a predetermined operation such as a recording operation is not performed, at least a state where data writing and reading to the memory card 203 are not performed are performed.
To eject (eject) 3, the operator slides the slide operation button 202 downward on the outer surface of the main body 201 (see FIG. 22). The operation mode setting unit 23 interlocks with the sliding of the slide operation button 202 downward.
1 also moves downward, and the discharge end 212 in contact with the upper surface of the memory card 203 presses the memory card 203 downward. The positions of the slide operation button 202 and the operation mode setting unit 231 at this time are referred to as a second position for convenience.

When the memory card 203 is pressed against the ejection end 212, the fixing ball 214 comes off the notch 203a against the urging force of the spring for urging the fixing ball 214. The memory card 203 that has lost the holding force of the fixing ball 214 is pushed as it is by the ejection end 212 and ejected from the opening 204.

As described above, according to the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the fifth embodiment, similarly to the third embodiment, an operation button dedicated to ejecting (ejecting) a removable recording medium (memory card 203). Since the ejecting operation of the memory card 203 can be performed by using the existing operation unit without providing such a device, it is possible to provide a sound recording / reproducing apparatus which contributes to downsizing of the main body and has excellent operability. This has the effect.

Further, while the data processing to the memory card 203 is being performed, the ejection operation of the memory card 203 is prohibited, so that the data written to the memory card 203 is prevented from being erroneously damaged. Can be.

In this embodiment, the slide operation button 2 for ejecting the memory card 203 is also used.
The other operation by 02 is a recording operation, but the operation is not limited to this, and an eject operation may be performed by using a button for performing a reproduction operation, a fast-forward operation, a fast-reverse operation, or the like. In this case, the same effect as above can be obtained. In other words, not only during recording, but also when data is being read from the memory card 203, such as during data reproduction, the ejection operation of the memory card 203 can be prohibited. Therefore, in this case, it is possible to prevent inconvenience in data processing. it can.

Although the above embodiments have been described as examples in which the present invention is applied to an audio recording / reproducing apparatus, the idea of the present invention is not limited to this. The present invention can be widely applied to an electronic device which allows the detachable electronic device, for example, a portable information terminal device, a video recording device, an image recording device, and the like.

[0147]

As described above, according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a compact electronic device having excellent operability.

Further, it is possible to provide an electronic device which is small in size, excellent in operability, and capable of preventing damage to processed data and inconvenience in data processing.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an appearance of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a first embodiment of the present invention, showing a state in which a removable memory card is mounted.

FIG. 2 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the first embodiment.

FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the first embodiment;
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a state when a reproduction operation is performed.

FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the first embodiment;
FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a state when a recording operation is performed.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing an appearance of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the first embodiment, showing a state when a removable memory card is ejected.

FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing device of the first embodiment;
FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a state when a memory card ejection operation is performed.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing an appearance of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 8 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the second embodiment.

FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view of a slide operation button in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the second embodiment, which is horizontally cut out in the middle.

FIG. 10 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the second embodiment, and showing a state when a reproducing operation is performed. It is.

FIG. 11 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the second embodiment, and shows a state when a memory card ejection operation is performed. FIG.

FIG. 12 is a cross-sectional view of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to the second embodiment, in which a slide operation button is horizontally cut out in the middle, showing a state when a memory card ejection operation is performed. is there.

FIG. 13 is a perspective view showing an appearance of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a third embodiment of the present invention, showing a state in which a removable memory card is mounted.

FIG. 14 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the third embodiment.

FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing device of the third embodiment, and showing a state in which a recording operation is performed. It is a figure showing a situation.

FIG. 16 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the third embodiment, and performing a memory card ejection operation. FIG.

FIG. 17 is an explanatory diagram showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of an audio recording / reproducing device according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 18 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting section, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the fourth embodiment, and showing a state in which the memory card is ejected. It is a figure showing a situation.

FIG. 19 is an explanatory view showing a slide operation button, an operation mode setting unit, and a memory card ejection mechanism by cutting out one side surface of an audio recording / reproducing apparatus according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 20 is a diagram showing a state when a recording operation is performed in the audio recording / reproducing device of the fifth embodiment.

FIG. 21 is a diagram showing a state immediately after a recording operation is performed and then a stop operation is performed in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the fifth embodiment.

FIG. 22 is a diagram showing a state when an operation of ejecting a memory card from an opening is performed in the audio recording / reproducing apparatus of the fifth embodiment.

FIG. 23 is an external perspective view showing an example of a conventional audio recording / reproducing apparatus to which a removable recording medium can be attached.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Main body 1 2 ... Slide operation button 3 ... Memory card 3a ... Memory card holding notch part 4 ... Opening part for attaching and detaching a recording medium 5 ... Hole 11 ... Ejection lever 11a ... 1st arm part 11b ... 2nd arm part 11c: Third arm portion 12: Operation mode setting section 13: Playback mode setting switch 14: Recording mode setting switch 15: Urging spring 16: Urging spring

Claims (8)

[Claims] 1. An electronic device for detachably mounting a recording medium, comprising: a detachable opening for loading and unloading the recording medium; a second opening moving in a first direction and a second opening different from the first direction; An operation member for allowing movement in the direction of the operation member and allowing a member to be operated differently depending on the movement direction, and an operation mode for setting a plurality of operation modes according to a movement position of the operation member in the first direction. Setting means; and recording medium discharging means for discharging a recording medium in a mounted state from the mounting / dismounting opening in conjunction with movement of the operation member in the second direction. Electronics. 2. The apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a movement inhibiting means for inhibiting movement of the operating member in the second direction except when the operating member is located at a predetermined position in the first direction. The electronic device according to claim 1. 3. The recording medium discharge means engages with the operation member and moves the operation member in the second direction.
2. The electronic apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the recording medium is pressed and ejected from the opening for attachment / detachment. 4. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the recording medium ejecting means engages with the recording medium when the recording medium is in a mounted state to regulate displacement of the recording medium. machine. 5. An electronic apparatus for detachably mounting a recording medium, comprising: a detachable opening for mounting and removing the recording medium; sliding in a first position direction; Is an operating member that allows sliding in a second position direction, which is the opposite direction, and that causes a different operated member to act according to the sliding direction; and an operation member that slides in the first position direction. Operation mode setting means for setting a predetermined operation mode in accordance with the operation mode; and recording for ejecting a recording medium in a mounted state from the detachable opening in conjunction with sliding of the operation member in the second position direction. An electronic device, comprising: a medium discharging unit. 6. The recording medium discharging means presses the recording medium when the operating member is slid toward the second position by engaging with the operating member, and discharges the recording medium from the detachable opening. The electronic device according to claim 5, wherein 7. The apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a slide prohibiting member for prohibiting the operation member from sliding in the second position direction during the operation set by the operation mode setting means. Item 7. The electronic device according to item 5 or 6. 8. An electronic apparatus for detachably mounting a recording medium, comprising: a detachable opening for mounting and removing the recording medium; sliding in a first position direction; Is slidable in a second position direction opposite to the first position, the second position and a different operated position in the third position between the first position and the second position. An operation member for operating the member, an operation mode setting means for setting a predetermined operation mode in accordance with the sliding of the operation member to the first position, and a sliding of the operation member in the second position direction A recording medium ejecting means for ejecting a recording medium in a mounted state from the opening for attachment and detachment in conjunction with movement; and an operation when the operating member is moved from the first position to the third position. Release the operation mode set by the mode setting means An operation mode canceling means, and a slide inhibiting member for inhibiting the operation member from sliding in the second position direction after the operation mode is canceled by the operation mode canceling means until the operation is completed. An electronic device, comprising: