JP2003140573A - Display device supportable with one hand - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a display device which simultaneously satisfies two requirements of convenience in carrying and easy visibility of a display screen in use solving the antinomy at once. SOLUTION: The display device consisting of a plurality of displays each capable of displaying a picture is provided with a folding and fixing means for fixing the displays at the 'folded angle' when a user, in order to view the picture on the display device, folds the adjacent border sections of the plurality of displays of the display device around the prescribed center line with a folding connection means at 'the angle at which the whole display device can be easily supported with the user's hand or can easily be put on the user's palm'.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0001] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a CD-ROM (computer
Read-only memory using an external disk), FD
(Floppy (registered trademark) disk), magneto-optical disk
Information from information storage media such as
Display that can be read out and displayed on the display screen
(Display device), especially a portable
It is relatively large when used in spite of its compact size
Easy display screen can be provided or used
Display devices that can provide multiple display screens
I do. [0002] 2. Description of the Related Art In recent years, with the advance of information technology, portable
Compact size electronic information equipment, such as CD-ROM
Playback only device (for example, Sony Corporation product name "Data
Discman "), VTR (Video Tape Recorder)
-), TV (television), A4 version No file size
Book PC (personal computer), electronic hand
Portable electronic information devices, such as books, are being commercialized one after another.
You. In these portable electronic information devices,
Display panel for output of the display screen
LCD (liquid crystal display) panel etc.
Thin display is used. And this
In such information devices, this thin display is generally used.
The keyboard and the keyboard are folded together by well-known means.
It is connected to bendable and foldable. Soshi
When the user carries the device, the thin display and keypad
-Carry it in a folded state with the board, when using,
These displays and keyboard are facing each other
Generally, it is used. [0004] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION However, the conventional
For portable electronic information devices, pursue the convenience of carrying
If the size of the display device etc. is smaller, it is better
On the other hand, considering the convenience of use by users,
The size of the display screen is large enough to make it
There is a trade-off problem that needs to be done
Was. [0005] The present invention contradicts the prior art.
Focusing on the issues of
(Pact) and the ease of viewing the display screen (screen
At the same time)
To solve the conflicting problem at once
To provide a display device capable of
You. In addition, the present invention realizes compactness when carrying
When using both, you can simultaneously configure multiple display screens.
By viewing the “one big screen” that is created,
To improve the convenience of using (visual recognition)
The user can easily support it with one hand in a car, etc.
It is an object of the present invention to provide a display device capable of: [0006] [Means for Solving the Problems] Display each screen
Portable display with multiple displays that can
The apparatus, wherein at least one of the plurality of displays is
Bending connection that allows the two to bend freely between each other
Connection means, "a table including the plurality of displays,
So that the user can easily support the entire display device
Or use the above table so that the user can easily place it on his / her hand.
Centering on the center line that divides the display
In the direction that the right half screen and the left half screen
Bending connection means for connecting in a freely bendable manner, and
And the user is required to look at the screen of the display device.
The right and left portions of the display device are bent by the bending connection means.
Parts and the center line as a center,
Is easy for the user to support with his or her hands
Angle so that it can be easily placed on the hand "
The right part and the left part at the "bent angle"
Bending fixing means for fixing to each other
A display device characterized by the above-mentioned. 2. From multiple displays that can each display the screen
Center line that is configured and divides the entire device almost equally
And the entire display screen of the plurality of displays.
The center lines that divide the left and right sides evenly coincide with each other
A portable display device,
Connecting hands to bend freely to each other
Column, where both the right and left halves of the display are
To make it easier for the user to support
The center line is centered so that it can be easily placed on
The right half and the left half, the direction in which their screens approach each other
Folding connection means that can be bent freely
And, the user, by the bending connection means,
The right and left halves of the display device are referred to as “the right half of the display device.
It is easy to support both the minute and the left half by hand or on the hand
When folded at an angle that is easy to place,
The right and left halves are fixed to each other at a “bent angle”
Bend fixing means,
Display device. 3. From multiple displays that can each display the screen
Center line that is configured and divides the entire device almost equally
And the entire display screen of the plurality of displays.
The center lines that divide the left and right sides evenly coincide with each other
Small and portable that the user can hold with one hand
The display device according to claim 1, wherein the plurality of displays are connected to each other.
Bending connection means for connecting in a bendable manner.
The user can use both the right and left halves of the display
So that it can be easily supported by one hand or the user can
The center line is centered on the right half of the center line to facilitate placement.
Fold the minute and the left half in the direction that their screens approach each other.
Bending connection means that can be bent freely, and
And the user connects the table by the bending connection means.
The right and left halves of the display device are referred to as "the right half of the display device.
So that it is easy to support both the left and the left half with one hand or on one hand
When folded at an angle that is easy to place on the
The right half and the left half together
Bendable fixing means,
Display device. 4. In the display device of the above 1, 2 or 3, the bending
The eyepiece fixing means is configured such that “the right part and the left part of the display device are both
Is easily supported by the user with one hand or the user
Is an angle range that is easy to place on one hand. "
Units within the range of angles from about 110 degrees to about 170 degrees
At the bending angle desired by the user,
The minute and the left part are fixed to each other.
Display device. 5. A display device having the following features (a) to (f). (A) A plurality of displays each outputting a screen,
Each screen that each displays will go in almost the same direction
(B) use of a display device which is continuously connected
When the overall size is supported by only one hand of the user
It is configured in such a small size as to be used,
(C) The overall shape of the display device during use is
Center around a center line approximately parallel to the direction in which the line
And the area of the plane on the right half of the center line when viewed from the
The area of the plane on the left half is almost the same as hardware
(D) display device configured to be symmetrical
When using the display, the shape of the display screen
Of the right half screen from the center line in the entire screen
The area and shape and the area and shape of the left half screen are
The structure should be almost symmetrical when viewed from the user.
(E) corresponds to the center line of the display device
The part supports the entire display with one hand
Easy or easy for user to place on one hand
So that the center line is centered and the right half screen is
And the left half screen can be folded freely in the direction approaching each other
(F) the display device is centered on the center line.
The right and left halves bent at an arbitrary angle
Fixing means for fixing the right half and the left half
Halves fold in the direction approaching each other around the center line.
When the display is bent, the entire display is
Easy to support by hand or user rests on one hand
From about 110 degrees to about 17
For bending and fixing at any angle within the range of 0 degrees
Bending and fixing means. 6. A display device having the following features (a) to (g). (A) A plurality of displays each outputting a screen,
Each screen that each displays will go in almost the same direction
(B) use of a display device which is continuously connected
When the overall size is supported by only one hand of the user
It is configured in such a small size as to be used,
(C) The overall shape of the display device during use is
Center around a center line approximately parallel to the direction in which the line
And the area of the plane on the right half of the center line when viewed from the
The area of the plane on the left half is almost the same as hardware
(D) display device configured to be symmetrical
When the device is used, the overall shape is the thickness of the right half of the center line.
The dimensions and the thickness dimension of the left half are the hardware
Table (e) is configured so that it is almost evenly right and left.
The shape of the display screen when using the display device is
The right half picture from the center line in the whole spray screen
The area and shape of the screen and the area and shape of the screen on the left half
Is almost symmetric when viewed from the user
(F) the center line of the display device is
In this case, the user can use the entire display device with one hand.
Easy to support or user rest on one hand
The right half, centered on the center line,
Screen and the left half screen are folded in a direction approaching each other
(G) The display device is free from the center line.
Optional right and left halves folded as a heart
Fixing means for fixing at an angle of
Minute and left half approach each other around the center line
When folded in the direction, the entire display device is
If it is easy to support with one hand or the user
From about 110 degrees, which is an angle range that makes it easy to place on top
Bend and fix at any angle up to about 170 degrees
Folding and fixing means. [0007] Embodiment 1 First embodiment. Referring now to the drawings, FIG.
One embodiment will be described. FIG. 1 relates to a first embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 1 is a schematic front view showing a CD-ROM playback-only device.
You. FIG. 1 shows only parts related to the present invention.
And a conventionally known part such as a key for turning on the power.
Key to play, stop, fast forward, rewind, search, etc.
Key for entering search keywords and keywords for searching.
-Are omitted. In FIG. 1, reference numeral 1 denotes a frame (a body).
It is. In the frame 1, a CD-ROM drive
3. Process the signal from the CD-ROM drive 3
Signal processing device 4, LCD (liquid crystal display),
L that receives the signal from the signal processing device and drives this LCD
A CD drive 6, a power supply, and the like are housed. Also this
The frame 1 is an LC for outputting an LCD screen by the LCD.
D panel 5 (hereinafter, reference numeral 5 indicates an LCD screen)
Also used). It should be noted that in FIG.
For convenience, the CD-ROM drive 3 is described outside the frame 1.
However, actually, for example, the LCD screen 5 in the frame 1 is
It is stored on the back side of the output LCD. Reference numeral 2 also denotes a frame body (a body).
The body 2 includes an LCD and an L for driving the LCD.
The CD drive 8 and the like are housed.
An LCD panel 7 for outputting an LCD screen (hereinafter, this symbol
No. 7 is also used to show the LCD screen)
I have. In this embodiment, the frame 1 and the frame 2 are used.
Means that the ends are relatively small, as shown in the figure.
With the turn (joint) 9 and the relatively large hinge 10,
They are connected (coupled) to bend freely. This allows
Frame 1 and frame 2 are shown in FIG. 2 which is a plan view of this embodiment.
As shown in FIG.
After the half-spread state, further into the folded state (c)
And can be bent freely.
Conversely, from the state (c) to the state (b),
The state shown in FIG. In this embodiment, the hinges 9 and 10 are constructed.
Between the frame 1 and the frame 2 due to the frictional force between the formed members
Can be temporarily fixed or semi-fixed at any angle,
Temporarily fixed state (for example, the state shown in FIG.
In fixed or semi-fixed state)
ing. In addition, such fixation is simply due to frictional force
The user must apply more than a certain amount of force
So that the angle can be changed freely
Has become. Note that the hinges 9 and 10 in this embodiment
For this, a conventionally well-known one can be used. In this embodiment, the hinges 9 and 10 are constructed.
Devise the structure by a conventionally known method (provide a stopper
), The angle between the two frames 1 and 2 is180
Between 5 degrees and 90 degreesStopper
You may comprise so that it may be fixed. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG.
The distance between the CD screen 5 and the right end of the frame 1 in the figure, and
The distance between the LCD screen 7 and the left end in the figure of the frame 2 is
Is small. And frame 1 and frame 2
Facing two LCDs 5 and 7 in the hinge connecting
The hinge 9 connecting between the ends to be
I'm using Therefore, in this embodiment, LC
The spacing between D screens 5 and 7 is extremely small
ing. Therefore, for the user, the LCD screen 5
The spacing between 7 and 7 is almost negligible
For the user, these two LCD screens 5 and
And 7 look like one big screen
Can be used. The LCD driving device 8 in the frame 2 and the frame
The signal processing device 4 in the body 1 is relatively large
Int) 10 are connected by a signal line passing through
(Note that L is connected via a signal line passing through the hinge.
Configuration that connects CD drive and signal processing device
Is well-known in notebook computers
). Therefore, when playing back one CD-ROM,
This reproduced signal is transmitted from the signal processing device 4 to the two LCD driving devices.
Sent to both devices 6 and 8 so that two LCD
Surfaces 5 and 7 can work together to display one screen
It has become so. That is, for example, there is a user
Using a CD-ROM that contains an encyclopedia, it is called “sea bream”
When searching for a sea bream, search for this sea bream and
When displaying the truth on the LCD screens 5 and 7, one
Images of snapper photos span both LCD screens 5 and 7
Will be displayed larger. Also, according to the LCD screens 5 and 7 of this embodiment,
The information that can be displayed is an image like the picture of the sea bream mentioned above
However, data such as characters may be used. For example, books
Character data for one page of each book
Some information blocks are stored on a CD-ROM.
LCD screen 5 displays information block of character data for one page
And the sentence for one page of the next page
Display information block of character data on LCD screen 7
It may be. In this way, the user can use this CD-R
Read the book with the OM playback device as if it were a two-page spread
You can use it in the same way as you are. As described above, according to the present embodiment, two L
The CD screens 5 and 7 are read from one signal processor 4
By the LCD driving devices 6 and 8 to which the signals are input
And the two LCD screens 5 and 5
And 7 together to form one large screen
And includes two LCD screens 5 and 7, respectively.
The frames 1 and 2 are connected to each other so as to be freely bent.
You. [0017] Therefore, the user can use this CD-RO
When using the M playback device, FIG. 1 and FIG.
As shown, the two frames 1 and 2 are spread out
The size of the two LCD screens 5 and 7
Information can be displayed on a screen with a large area. The user may, for example, be on a commuter train
AtUse this CD-ROM playback device with one hand
whenAs shown in FIG. 2 (b), the two frames 1 and
L at an angle of about 150 degrees between
You can also watch the CD screen. Again crowded
In a commuter train, the angle between these two frames 1 and 2
Is further bent to about 120 degrees before use.
You can also. Further, the user can play the CD-ROM.
When trying to carry the device when traveling outdoors,
As shown in (c), the two frames 1 and 2 are folded.
By setting it as a whole, the front surface when used
Carry it in a compact size that is about half the product
Can be. In this embodiment, the first frame 1 and
When the second frame 2 is spread, these two
At least the angle between the screens of both frames
Two predetermined angles between 120 and 180 degreesIn solid
(By stopper). Accordingly
User, for example, on the office desk 180
Congested commuter power when used with a wide angle
In the car (it may cause trouble when others hit the device
Use it in a state of opening at an angle of 120 degrees
It can be used according to the surrounding situation. Further, in this embodiment, the first frame 1
And when the second frame 2 is in the spread state, these two
At least the angle between the screens of both frames
ButAny angle between 120 and 180 degreesFixed in
So that it can be fixed by frictional force.
Therefore, the userFor example, use on a commuter train
If you do, grab the hanging leather with one of your hands
When supporting the display device with only one hand,
Used in a 150-degree angle to facilitate support
AndWhen the inside of the train is crowded, look at the angle of 120 degrees
More immediate response to surrounding conditions, such as using it open
Fine-grained use becomes possible. Second embodiment. Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described.
Such a CD-ROM playback-only device will be described with reference to FIGS.
Will be described. In FIG. 3, reference numerals 11 to 20 denote frames.
Body). These frames 11 to 20 are shown in the drawings.
By means of no hinges, their neighbors (for example,
Frame 11 and frame 12, frame 12 and frame 13, etc.
) Are foldably connected to each other. Again
An LCD and this LCD are provided on each of these frames 11 to 20.
LCD driving devices 31 to 40 for driving
Have been. In addition, each LCD is displayed on each frame 11-20.
LCD screens (or LCD panels) 21 to 30 to be pressed
Is provided. In FIG. 3, each of the LCD screens 21-
30 is as if adjacent objects are in contact with each other
Although it is illustrated as if, this is for convenience of illustration.
In practice, each LCD screen 21-30
There is a predetermined interval between adjacent ones of
You. Then, during this predetermined interval, each frame 11 to 2
0 (not shown) and their frame bodies 11-20.
Hinge for connecting adjacent ends freely
(Not shown). In this embodiment, the frame 11 is
Is a signal for processing a signal from the CD-ROM drive device 50.
Signal processing device 51 (in FIG. 3, the relationship shown in FIG. 3).
Describes the signal processing device 51 outside the frame body 11,
This is actually built into the frame 11). Also this
The signal processing device 51 includes:Outside the frame 11-20
A signal from the provided CD-ROM drive device 50
Input via known communication means using wire or wireless
Is to be. And this signal processor 51
These signals are input to each of the LCD driving devices 31 to 40.
It has become. Therefore, in the second embodiment, the frame
FIG. 3 (front view) and FIG. 4 (plan view)
As shown in the figure, the angle between the planes of the adjacent frame bodies
When the spread is set so that the angle is about 180 degrees,
The screens of the LCDs 21 to 30 cooperate with each other to form one large screen.
It is designed to form a simple screen. And, for example, C
Searching for information on fish called “bream” from D-ROM and CD-
Photograph of snapper recorded in ROM on LCD21-30
To display more, the total output from each LCD
The ten screens 21 to 30 are put together to form
A picture of a sea bream is displayed on one large screen
It has become so. In the second embodiment, each of the frames 11 to 2
Hinges (not shown) that connect 0's neighbors
Are provided at the positions indicated by the respective points a to i in FIG.
ing. Therefore, when carrying this second embodiment,
As shown in the plan view of FIG.
By folding through the hinge at every point a to i,
The entire CD-ROM playback device is easy to carry around
Can be transformed into a body shape. The second embodiment is particularly suitable for events and the like.
When used as a huge screen display for
Is big. Such a huge screen display is
In the past, transport and storage were very difficult.
If it can be solved. Third embodiment. FIG. 6 shows a third embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a plan view showing a CD-ROM playback device according to the embodiment.
In this embodiment, the hinge connecting each frame 11 to 20 is
It is provided at each position of each point shown in j to r of FIG.
You. Therefore, when carrying the device according to this embodiment,
As shown in FIG. 6, each of the frames 11 to 20 is positioned inside the frame 11.
And the other frames 12-20 connected to it (so-called
Taper-like shape)
This CD-R is made by rolling round and round.
Transforms the entire OM playback device into a substantially cylindrical shape that is convenient to carry
Can be done. Fourth Embodiment Next, a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described.
A portable TV (television) will be described with reference to FIG. This
The outer shape of the fourth embodiment is almost the same as that of the first embodiment shown in FIG.
Almost the same. The difference is in the embodiment of FIG.
Key to instruct playback, stop, fast forward, rewind, etc.
(Not shown in the figure)
Keys for switching channels and keys for adjusting audio volume
And speakers (all not shown in FIG. 7).
) Is provided. That is, in FIG. 7, the frame 1a and the frame 1a
Each frame 2a has a liquid crystal display screen for a TV.
5a and 7a are provided. And these frames
1a and the end of the frame 2a are connected to hinges 9a and 10a.
Are connected so as to be freely bent. Also, this embodiment
Then, each of the frames 1a and 2a has a receiver for TV.
(Not shown) and process the TV signal from this receiver.
A signal processing device (not shown) for sending to the LCD drive device;
An LCD driving device (not shown) for driving the LCD;
Each of the LCD screens 5 driven by the LCD driving device
LCDs (not shown) for outputting television programs to a and 7a.
Zu) is built in. Therefore, the portable TV according to the fourth embodiment
Now, the user folds the frames 1a and 2a when carrying
(See (c) of Fig. 2)
Can be. In use, the user can use this as shown in FIG.
In a double-page spread state, for example, 1 is displayed on the LCD screen 5a.
Channel programs are displayed and the LCD screen 7
By displaying programs of three channels on a, 2a
You can watch two programs at the same time. As a modification of the fourth embodiment, a TV
Only one TV signal from one receiver from one receiver
Signal processing device, and the processed signal is
LCD drive built in each of the frames 1a and 2a
By supplying to the device, the LCD screen 5a
One program on one large screen combining 7 and 7a
You may make it display. In this way, each LCD screen
One horizontal (panoramic) image combining surfaces 5a and 7a
Surface, so that landscape-oriented images such as movie programs
It can be displayed as it is. The embodiments of the present invention have been described above.
However, the present invention is not limited to these examples
Of course. The present invention provides, for example,
It should be understood that this also includes various configurations. above
The embodiment discloses a CD-ROM playback-only device.
However, in the present invention, a VTR or a magneto-optical disk recording / reproducing device
Recording / reproducing device or personal computer using IC card
Like a computer, recording device and input for recording
The present invention can also be applied to electronic devices including devices. Also just to the screen
It can output not only display but also voice, vibration, light, etc.
It can be applied to child devices. In particular, the display device of the present invention is simply a CD-R
Used to display information from recording media such as OM
In addition to inputting information with an input pen, for example,
Of the operation screen for operating the input pen
Display used as an input device.
Includes displays that can be used. Further, the present invention merely relates to an FD or a CD-ROM.
Displays information reproduced from such a storage medium.
-It is not limited to devices, for example, broadcast TV (television)
Vi) stations orInformation sent from a cable TV stationTo display
Display device may be used. In particular, in the first embodiment shown in FIG.
Although the D-ROM drive device 3 is built in the frame 1,
In the invention,This (CD-ROM drive 3) is attached to the frame 1 and
And 2 into separate units, which are separate units
From the CD-ROM drive unit
Even if a signal is sent to the signal processing device 4 in the frame 1
Good. [0038] As described above, according to the present invention,
Then, the following effects can be obtained. (1) In the present invention, as described above, ・ The overall size of the display device when it is used should be
Small size that can be supported and used only by
Have been ・ The overall shape of the display device when used
User centered on a center line approximately parallel to the direction
Same as the area of the plane on the right half of the center line when viewed from
Half plane area is almost right and left as hardware
Are configured to be symmetrical; and ・ The overall shape of the display device when it is used is the right half of the center line.
The thickness dimension of the minute and the thickness dimension of the left half are the hardware
It is configured to be almost evenly left and right,
And so on. That is, in the present invention,
The right and left halves are centered on the center line,
So that the plane and thickness dimensions are almost even
And is supported by the user with only one hand
It is configured to be small enough to be easily operated. Therefore,
In the description, the user operates the display device according to the present invention in the aforementioned manner.
Hold the core wire or its vicinity with one hand only (support
The display device as a whole.
The left and right sides of the part held (supported) by the user
User supports the display with only one hand
This has the effect of making it extremely easy to do so. (2) In the present invention, as described above, The display device is bent around the center line
For fixing the right and left halves at any angle
Fixing means, wherein the right half and the left half are the center
When they are folded in the direction of approaching each other around the line
And the user can easily support the entire display device with one hand
Or easy for the user to place on one hand
Angle range from about 110 degrees to about 170 degrees
With fixing means for fixing at any angle within
Is adopted. That is, in the present invention
Is the right half and the left half of the center line
At any of the angles bent above (ie,
(With the surface in a substantially V-shape)
The term “fixing” in the invention refers to the case of semi-fixing by frictional force, etc.
Or fixed temporarily, etc.)
It has become. Therefore, in the present invention, the user
When supporting the entire display device with one hand (or
Puts the entire display device on one hand), the user
Is the bent center line or a portion in the vicinity thereof
(Or delta part) in the center (or before
The bent center line or a part near it (delta
Part) on the "palm" of one hand)
Therefore, the entire display device can be stably operated with only one hand and
It can be easily supported. That is, in general,
Support a flat object with only one hand (or flat
Object on the palm of one hand) and the cross section
To support an object with a substantially V-shape with only one hand
(Or, if the cross-section of the object is approximately V-shaped,
Compared to placing on the palm)
Significant ease is clear from experience and theory
It is. For example, the former flat object has one hand
Sometimes, there is no “start” when holding
A higher grip is required. On the other hand, the latter almost V-shaped
In the object of the above, when the above substantially V-shaped delta portion has
It will be a “start”, so if you hold this part
Easy and stable holding even with small grip strength
You. For example, in the case of the former flat object,
Even if you try to put it on the palm of your hand,
It is easy to slip on the palm of your hand.
Put more force than necessary to prevent slippery slipping
Need and need to concentrate more nerves than necessary
Yes, as a result, excessive support
It can cause fatigue. In contrast, the latter, V
Regarding the character-shaped object, the "palm" of one human hand
When the object is in a natural state, the cross section is almost V-shaped
(One hand supporting a book or document with one hand
(The cross-sectional shape is substantially V-shaped.)
The body is of the palm of a human hand (the cross section is approximately V-shaped)
It fits easily inside. Therefore, approximately V-shaped
-Like objects are extremely small and easy for humans
Place it on the "palm" of one hand
You can continue. As described above, according to the present invention,
The fixing means allows the user to hold the entire display device with one hand.
Stable support or stable on the palm of one hand
It is extremely easy to place the battery. Therefore,
According to Ming, users will be able to access various devices, such as on a commuter train or on the street.
While standing, support the display device with one hand while standing.
Or display device on the palm of one hand
Therefore, it is extremely easy to continue using. (3) In the present invention, as described above, ・ The shape of the display screen when using the display device is
Right of the center line in "The entire display screen"
Half screen area and shape, and left half screen area and shape
And the shape are almost symmetrical when viewed from the user.
It is configured as follows. Therefore, according to the present invention
If the user is configured by each of the above displays
When viewing `` the entire screen of multiple displays '',
The entire screen is almost bilaterally symmetric /
Etc., so images that are extremely easy for the user to see
A surface can be obtained. That is, in general, people
When viewing documents and images, the optic nerve between
The object to look at is to look inside with two eyes (both eyes)
From the center line (the middle between the positions of both eyes),
Has the property that it is much easier to see. Is
From paper media such as traditional books, newspapers and magazines,
Center almost parallel to the direction in which the user's viewpoint (line of sight) extends
The display part is left and right around the line (bending line)
They are arranged so as to be even and symmetrical. Displayed
Characters and images are centered on the folding line (center line)
If they are not arranged symmetrically on the left and right, the sight of human beings
Excessive in the meridian (equal left and right is natural for the optic nerve)
Do not overload and overwhelm the optic nerve
However, the present invention effectively avoids such inconveniences.
can do.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a front view showing a CD-ROM reproducing device according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a plan view showing the embodiment of FIG. 1 for each operation. FIG. 3 is a front view showing a CD-ROM reproducing device according to a second embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is a plan view showing the embodiment of FIG. FIG. 5 is a plan view showing a folded state of the embodiment of FIG. 4; FIG. 6 is a plan view showing a third embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a plan view showing a fourth embodiment of the present invention. [Description of Signs] 1,2,11-20,1a, 2a Frame 3,50 CD-ROM drive 4,51 Signal processor 5,7,21-30,5a, 7a LCD screen (LCD
Panel) 6,8,31-40 LCD drive 9,10,9a, 10a Hinge (hinge.joint)

   ────────────────────────────────────────────────── ───
[Procedure amendment] [Submission date] August 5, 2002 (2002.8.5) [Procedure amendment 1] [Document name to be amended] Statement [Correction target item name] Full text [Correction method] Change [Correction contents] [Document Name] Statement [Title of the Invention] Display device capable of supporting one hand [Claims] 1. Two screens each capable of displaying a screen
Board ", which the user supports with only one hand.
Display device that can be supported by one hand.
hand, Said "two display boards", they were folded on each other
In the state, they are spread left and right as seen from the user
Left and right to make connections
Opening connection means; The above when viewed from the user in the left-right spread
"2 display boards" is replaced with "2 display boards"
The angle between the sides on which the screen is displayed
Any angle in the range up to about 175 degrees "
In addition, frictional force, stoppers, tilt mechanisms and other means
Right and left spread fixing means for fixing
A display device capable of supporting one hand. 2. Two screens each of which can display a screen
Board ", which the user supports with only one hand.
Display device that can be supported by one hand.
hand, Said "two display boards", they were folded on each other
In the state, they are spread left and right as seen from the user
Left and right to make connections
Opening connection means; The “two display boards” are referred to as “vertical
Spread angle between the "two display boards" at the line
"Degree" is "they are folded into each other and the user
Spread at an angle of about 180 degrees from side to side
Between about 105 degrees and about 175 degrees
At any angle within the range of
Left and right spread fixing means for
Display device that can support one hand. 3. A screen which can display two or more screens.
Display panel, so that the user can
It is a display device that can be supported by one hand so that it can be held
What “Two or more” which is all or a part of the “two or more display boards”
Signboards, even when they are folded together,
The state in which they are spread horizontally from the user's perspective
Left and right spread connection hand to connect
Steps and “Two or more” which is all or a part of the “two or more display boards”
Display board "is spread to the left and right from the user's perspective
When the "two display boards" are
Angle between the sides on which the screen is displayed on the
Any angle in the range from 105 degrees to about 175 degrees
Right and left spread fixing means for fixing so that the degree
And a display device capable of supporting one hand.
Place. 4. A screen for displaying two or more screens.
Display panel, so that the user can
It is a display device that can be supported by one hand so that it can be held
What “Two or more” which is all or a part of the “two or more display boards”
Signboards, even when they are folded together,
The state in which they are spread horizontally from the user's perspective
Left and right spread connection hand to connect
Steps and “Two or more” which is all or a part of the “two or more display boards”
Display board '' to the vertical line as viewed from the user.
The "spread angle between the two display boards" is "it
Left and right as seen from the user with their folded state
Angle between the two-page spread state at an angle of about 180 degrees
Degrees, within the range of about 105 degrees to about 175 degrees
Friction force, stopper or tip
Left and right view for securing by tilting mechanism or other means
And one-handed support characterized by comprising:
Display device. 5. It is necessary to include the following contents (a) to (d).
Characteristic display device that can be supported by one hand. (A) “Plural display boards” that output screens individually
Each screen that each displays can face the user.
(B) When using the display device
The overall size of the
Small enough to support
(C) All or part of the “plurality of display boards”
"Two display boards" in a state where they are folded
State, they spread to the left and right from the user's perspective
Left and right to make connections.
(D) the “plurality of display boards”.
"Two display boards" that are all or part of
When facing the spread in the left and right direction,
Display board ", and the screen of each of the" two display boards "
The angle between the displayed sides "is from" about 105 degrees to about 175
Friction so that there is "any angle in the range up to degrees"
Secure with force, stopper, tilt mechanism or other means.
Right and left spread fixing means. 6. It is necessary to include the following contents (a) to (d).
Characteristic display device that can be supported by one hand. (A) a plurality of display boards each outputting a screen,
Each screen that each displays can face the user
(B) when the display device is used.
The overall size can be supported by the user with only one hand.
It is configured to be small enough to hold
(C) A vertical line viewed from the user
The right part and the left part of the
In order to connect to the left and right sides as seen from the user
(D) the user is equipped with
The right and left parts of the vertical line
-The right and left parts, with the vertical line as the border
"Spread angle between the part" and "about 105 degrees to about 175"
Friction so that there is "any angle in the range up to degrees"
Secure with force, stopper, tilt mechanism or other means.
Right and left spread fixing means. 7. The method according to claim 5, further comprising:
A table that can be supported by one hand, characterized by containing the content of (e).
Indicating device. (E) The display screen at the time of the double-page spread of the display device is
The shape of the screen on the right side of the vertical line as viewed from the same as the left side
The shape of the minute screen is approximately
Moreover, it is comprised so that it may become substantially left-right symmetric. 8. The method according to claim 5, 6 or 7, further comprising:
One-handed support characterized by including the following (f):
Display device. (F) The overall shape of the display device at the time of the double-page spread is determined by the user.
-The same as the area of the plane of the right part of the vertical line when viewed from the left
The area of the plane of the part is almost
And so on. 9. The method according to claim 5,6,7 or 8, further comprising:
And one-handed support characterized by including the following (g):
Possible display device. (G) The display device is composed of “even number display plates”.
The overall shape of the display device at the time of the spread is determined by the user.
The area and thickness of the plane on the right side of the vertical line
The area and thickness of the plane on the left side is the same as the hardware
The left and right sides are substantially equal. 10. The odor of any one of claims 1 to 9.
In addition, the display board displays "Data input by user.
Screen for data entry used for
Screen display means for data input for
Display device that can be supported by one hand. 11. The odor of any one of claims 1 to 9.
And, furthermore, Television transmitted by radio or cable from a television broadcasting station
TV program information for receiving program information via wireless
Wireless receiving means; The television program information received by the television program information
TV program for displaying TV program information on the display board
Information display means; one-handed support possible
Display device. 12. The odor of any one of claims 1 to 9.
And, furthermore, Located at a location away from the one-hand support display device
External information recorded on an external information recording device can be transmitted wirelessly.
External information wireless receiving means for receiving via The external information received by the external information wireless receiving means is displayed in the table.
External information display means for displaying on the display board,
A display device capable of supporting one hand. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0001] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a display device having a plurality of display panels.
It is a compact device that is convenient for carrying, especially when carrying
Despite its small size, it is relatively large for easy viewing
Display screen or provide multiple displays when in use
The present invention relates to a display device that can provide a screen and can be supported by one hand. [0002] 2. Description of the Related Art In recent years, with the advance of information technology, portable
Compact size electronic information equipment, such as CD-ROM
Playback only device (for example, Sony Corporation product name "Data
Discman "), VTR (Video Tape Recorder)
-), TV (television), A4 version No file size
Book PC (personal computer), electronic hand
Portable electronic information devices, such as books, are being commercialized one after another.
You. In these portable electronic information devices,
LC as display panel for output of the screen
Thin display using D (liquid crystal display) panel
Spray is used. And the traditional notebook type
In general, this type of thin display
And the keyboard are folded over by known means
They are freely and foldably connected. And you
When carrying the camera, the user can use the thin display and keyboard
And carry it in a folded state.
Look at the display and keyboard one above the other.
It is generally used in an open state. [0004] By the way, the conventional mobile phone
In the case of portable electronic information devices,
The smaller the size of the display device, the better, but other
However, if you consider the convenience of using
The size of the ray screen should be large enough to make it
There was a trade-off problem that needed to be kept. So
In recent years, focusing on such conflicting issues,
Convenience of obi (compactness) and display image during use
Surface visibility (securing a certain amount of screen size)
Satisfying the two requirements at the same time and solving the conflict
Two displays as a display device that can be easily solved
Connect the boards and store or carry two display boards when not in use
It should be folded to make it easier to use.
"Folding / spread type"
(For example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No.
3889). [0005] However, such conventional proposals have been made.
"Folding / spread type display device"
Simply stores or carries the two display boards when not in use.
Folded for ease of use, two displays when used
It only suggests that the board be spread,"Yu
The user is on the go (outdoors), for example, while standing
Therefore, the entire display device can be easily and simply using only one hand.
The other hand is stably supported while the other hand is
To perform various other actions besides supporting
Can be used, for example, to grab the straps of a train)
Can't you? Awareness (needs)Is all
(Prior art documents such as the aforementioned gazette
Suggests no statement about such awareness
Not even). [0006] For personal digital assistants (PDAs) and mobile phones,
When considering a display device for use in mobile communication equipment
The user stood, for example, on the go (outdoors)
Easy and stable with only one hand of both hands
Useable supporting display device and display
The other hand that does not support the device, for example,
Handwriting input on the display screen with the electronic pen,
The touch panel display screen is operated by touching it with a fingertip.
Use the numeric keys to enter numbers and letters,
Poi such as a ball, mouse, pad and joystick
Operating the operating device and other operation keys and jobs.
Operating the dial, grab the hanging strap of the commuter train
Various actions, such as shaking, shaking hands with neighbors, etc.
Is very important to be able to use
It should be. [0007] The present invention is concerned with such a conventional technique.
It was conceived from the title consciousness,"A user has an example
For example, on the go (outdoors), for example, while standing,
The entire display device is extremely easy to use using only one hand.
One-handed display that can be stably supported
Equipment "Is the task (purpose)
You. Further, the present invention provides"A user is on the go
(Outdoors), for example, while standing, one of the pieces
Extremely easy and stable whole display using only hands
While supporting, the other hand (for example,
Display devices (such as cropping or grabbing a train hanger)
Used to perform various other actions besides supporting
A display device that can be supported by one hand.
(Task). The object of the present invention is to solve the problems of the prior art.
There is no description or suggestion in the technical literature.
With “new issues” that cannot be easily predicted and recognized
is there. That is, the present inventor has set forth the above-mentioned invention of the present application.
The “problem” is at least the filing date of the original application (199
(August 30, 1) At that time, it was still "known / obvious"
I think he did not. Because, at this time,
"A display device that uses two display boards connected to each other"
It was not commercially available at all, and it is scheduled to be commercialized.
No one was there. Certainly, at this time,
"Connect the two display boards so that they can be folded freely."
The idea of the display device was partly disclosed. I
However, the inventors who came up with such an idea,
Probably, "Display that uses two display boards connected to each other
"The device" was conceived "just in the head (only with paper and pen)
Only "or" just made some prototype (
Even at the state of the art at the time, "Use on one hand
It is practically impossible to prototype such a small thing,
Even if some prototypes are made, at most,
It's like standing on a desk and using it only "
Could not be made) ")
It should have stopped at the operative level). If "two tables
Display device that uses display boards connected to each other is actually commercially available
If the situation is such that many people use it,
Among the many ordinary people in Japan,
"I put it on only one hand so I can use it.
Not only that, but also only one hand
So that it can be supported and used very easily and stably.
Want (and the other hand can be used for character input and train
Made available for various other actions such as grabbing
Some people think that ")
Title (which is equivalent to the subject of the present invention)
Ming. " But in fact, less
And the filing date of the original application (August 30, 1991)
At times, it is necessary to refer to “Display device that uses two display panels connected to each other.
Is actually sold on the market and is not used by the general public
(At the time of filing the divisional application,
Not yet) and has no plans to commercialize it, so
In addition, the above-mentioned “problems / needs” are “known / obvious”
It did not happen. [0010] Means for Solving the Problems (Explanation of Terms)
In “fixing”, (a) frictional force and tilt mechanism
When "semi-fixed" is used (here, "semi-fixed"
Is a form of “fixed”, in which the user
Change the state by applying more than a predetermined amount of force.
(That is, release the fixed state, and
Display panel) can change the angle between)
Or (b) stopper (for example, two
The rotation of the hinge connecting the display board is stopped at a predetermined angle.
) To "temporarily fix"
Also included. The above-mentioned "fixing means" is an example.
"Tilt mechanism"Means a hinge that connects two members
(Hinges) Attached and fixed axis and coil attached to the axis
A spring allows the two members to be rotated at any angle
This is a mechanism that can be held. Such a "tilt
The mechanism has traditionally consisted of a keyboard and a thin display
Notebook (book-type) electronic device
This is a well-known technology provided in the
For example, Japanese Utility Model Application No. 1-54228 (Japanese Utility Model Application
No. 5423), a microfilm (the specification therein)
(See lines 7-14 and Figure 4 on page 4).
Fixing bracket and thin display on the main body side with board
Attached between the fixing bracket on the lid side provided with the ray
By attaching a coil spring to the shaft, the lid
The body can be held at any angle of rotation with respect to the body
A tilt mechanism is disclosed. (Contents of the present invention) 1- (1). "Less" so that each screen can be displayed
With two display panels (at least two display panels)
Included, the user rests on that one hand
A table that can be supported with one hand so that it can be supported alone
Display device, wherein said "two display boards" are
Even when they are folded together, they are not
So that they can be spread in the horizontal direction.
Side-to-side spread connection means to connect to
"Two tables when spread from side to side
Signboards "and" the two screens "
"Angle between the sides shown" is "about 105 degrees to about 175 degrees
Any angle in the range up to (or about 105 degrees
Any angle in the range from about
Any angle in the range from 5 degrees to about 165 degrees, about
Any angle in the range from 105 degrees to about 160 degrees
Degrees, any of the range from about 105 degrees to about 155 degrees
Angle, anywhere from about 105 degrees to about 150 degrees
Any angle, in the range from about 105 degrees to about 145 degrees
Any angle, or from about 105 degrees to about 140 degrees
Any angle in the range) "
And right and left spread fixing means.
A display device that can be supported with one hand. 1- (2). Each screen can be displayed "at least 2
Display panel "so that the user can use only one hand
Display device that can support one hand
And the two display boards are referred to as
They are also spread in the left and right direction when viewed from
Connect them so that they can be folded together.
Right and left spread connection means and the "two display boards"
"The two lines above the vertical line as viewed from the user
The spread angle between the signboards "is" they fold
Approximately 180 degrees left and right when viewed from the user when folded
Angle between the two-page spread state and about
Any angle in the range from 105 degrees to about 175 degrees
(Alternatively, in the range from about 105 degrees to about 170 degrees
Any angle, ranging from about 105 degrees to about 165 degrees
Any angle within, from about 105 degrees to about 160 degrees
Any angle within the range, from about 105 degrees to about 155 degrees
Any angle in the range from about 105 degrees to about 150
Any angle in the range up to degrees, from about 105 degrees to about 1
Any angle in the range up to 45 degrees, or about 105 degrees
To any angle in the range of up to about 140 degrees) "
Friction force, stopper, tilt mechanism or other hand
Right and left spread fixing means for fixing by steps
A display device capable of supporting one hand. 2- (1). Each screen can be displayed.
(Plurality) display boards (two or more display panels)
And the user places it on one hand and
Display device that can support one hand
In the above "two or more (plural) display boards"
"Two display boards" in a state where they are folded together
State, they spread to the left and right from the user's perspective
Left and right to make connections.
Connection means and the "two or more (plural) display boards"
The “two display boards” in the left and right view from the user
When opened, the "two display boards" are
Between the sides where the screens of the "two display boards" are displayed
Angle is within the range of about 105 degrees to about 175 degrees
The angle of misalignment (or from about 105 degrees to about 170 degrees)
Any angle in the range from about 105 degrees to about 165
Any angle in the range up to degrees, from about 105 degrees to about 1
Any angle in the range up to 60 degrees, from about 105 degrees
Any angle in the range up to about 155 degrees, about 105 degrees
Any angle in the range of up to about 150 degrees, about 10
Any angle in the range from 5 degrees to about 145 degrees, or
Is any of the range from about 105 degrees to about 140 degrees
Angle)) to fix the left and right spread to fix
Means capable of supporting one hand.
apparatus. 2- (2). "Two or more tables that can display each screen"
Includes `` indicator board '', which is supported by the user with only one hand
Display device that can be supported by one hand.
And all or part of the “two or more display boards”.
"Two display boards", left and right as viewed from the user
Even if they are facing apart, they fold over each other.
Left and right spread to connect so that it can be opened
Connection means and all or part of the "two or more display boards"
"Two display boards" in the "vertical view from the user
Spread angle between the above "two display boards", bordered by the line
"Degree" is "they are folded into each other and the user
Spread at an angle of about 180 degrees from side to side
Between about 105 degrees and about 175 degrees
Any angle in the range (or about 105 degrees
Any angle in the range from about
Any angle in the range from degrees to about 165 degrees, about 1
Any angle in the range from 05 degrees to about 160 degrees,
Any angle in the range from about 105 degrees to about 155 degrees
Degrees, any of the range from about 105 degrees to about 150 degrees
Angle, any angle in the range from about 105 degrees to about 145 degrees
Any angle, or range from about 105 degrees to about 140 degrees
Angle or any of the angles).
Left for fixing by pan or tilt mechanism or other means
Right-hand spread fixing means;
Display device that can be held. 3- (1). Specially, it includes the following contents (a) to (d).
A display device that can support one hand. (A) “Plural display boards” that output screens individually
Each screen that each displays can face the user.
(B) When using the display device
The overall size of the
Small enough to support
(C) All or part of the “plurality of display boards”
"Two display boards" that are viewed from the user side
Even if they are spread in the direction, they fold each other
Left and right view to make connections
(D) the “plurality of display boards”.
"Two display boards" that are all or part of
When facing the spread in the left and right direction,
Display board ", and the screen of each of the" two display boards "
The angle between the displayed sides "is from" about 105 degrees to about 175
Any angle in the range up to degrees (or about 105
Any angle in the range from degrees to about 170 degrees, about 1
Any angle in the range from 05 degrees to about 165 degrees,
Any angle in the range from about 105 degrees to about 160 degrees
Degrees, any of the range from about 105 degrees to about 155 degrees
Angle, anywhere from about 105 degrees to about 150 degrees
Any angle, in the range from about 105 degrees to about 145 degrees
Any angle, or from about 105 degrees to about 140 degrees
Any angle in the range) "
Right and left spread fixing means. 3- (2). Specially, it includes the following contents (a) to (d).
A display device that can support one hand. (A) “Plural display boards” that output screens individually
Each screen that each displays can face the user.
(B) When using the display device
The overall size of the
Small enough to support
(C) All or part of the “plurality of display boards”
"Two display boards" are foldable and user
Left-right spread for connection to enable double-page spread
(D) the “plurality of display boards”.
"Two display boards" that are all or a part of
"Two display boards" with a vertical line as a border
The spread angle between them is "they are folded
Viewed at about 180 degrees from side to side
The angle between the open state and about 105 degrees
From any angle in the range of up to about 175 degrees (or
Is any of the range from about 105 degrees to about 170 degrees
Angle, anywhere from about 105 degrees to about 165 degrees
Any angle, in the range from about 105 degrees to about 160 degrees
Any angle, ranging from about 105 degrees to about 155 degrees
Any angle within, from about 105 degrees to about 150 degrees
Any angle within the range, from about 105 degrees to about 145 degrees
Any angle in the range, or from about 105 degrees to about 1
Any angle in the range up to 40 degrees) "
In addition, frictional force, stoppers, tilt mechanisms and other means
Right and left spread fixing means for fixing. 3- (3). Include the following contents (a) to (d)
A display device characterized by the following. (A) a plurality of display boards each outputting a screen,
Each screen that each displays can face the user
(B) when the display device is used.
The overall size can be supported by the user with only one hand.
It is configured to be small enough to hold
(C) The display device draws a vertical line as viewed from the user.
The right and left parts are bent and folded
It can be folded and can be spread left and right as seen from the user
(D) the display device, when used,
The right and left parts of the vertical line from the perspective of
With the right side, bordered by the vertical line when viewed from the user
The spread angle with the left part is "from about 105 degrees to about 1
Any angle in the range up to 75 degrees (or about 1
Any angle in the range from 05 degrees to about 170 degrees,
Any angle in the range from about 105 degrees to about 165 degrees
Degrees, any of the range from about 105 degrees to about 160 degrees
Angle, anywhere from about 105 degrees to about 155 degrees
Any angle, in the range from about 105 degrees to about 150 degrees
Any angle, ranging from about 105 degrees to about 145 degrees
Angle from about 105 degrees to about 140 degrees
Any angle within the range of ")
And secure it with a stopper, tilt mechanism or other means.
Right and left spread fixing means. 4- (1). Invention of the present application (described in the above 1, 2 or 3 etc.)
In the invention, the left-right spread fixing means is fixed.
"The corner between the side where the screen of each of the two display boards is displayed
"Degree" or "right side and left side of vertical line from user's point of view"
The angle between the side parts "The entire display device is
The angle or the user can easily support it with one hand.
Angle that makes it easy to place on handIt is desirable that 4- (2). The third aspect of the invention relates to the following “(e) (f)
(G) any one, any two, or all "
It is desirable to include. (E) The display screen when using the display device is viewed from the user.
Of the screen on the right side of the vertical line (or
Area and shape) and the screen shape (or
And the area and shape of the surface)
It is configured so that it is left-right uniform and almost symmetric
I have. (F) The overall shape of the display device during use is determined by the user.
See the area of the plane on the right side of the vertical line
The area of the plane is almost equal to the left and right as hardware.
It is configured as follows. (G) The display device has an even number of display plates, and
The overall shape of the device when used is vertically
Thickness (or thickness and plane area) of the right part of the line
The thickness of the left part (or the thickness and the area of the plane)
The hardware should be configured so that it is almost equally
Have been. 4- (3). The display device according to the above-mentioned 1, 2 or 3 is
Is composed of an even number of display boards.
An even number of display boards or one of them
The even number of display boards, which are parts, are used in the left-right spread state
The whole display device in the case is almost in the center of the whole
Of "vertical line from user"
Area and thickness of the plane on the right side of the line when viewed from the
The height dimension, the plane area and the thickness dimension of the same left part,
The hardware is configured to be almost evenly
A display device capable of supporting one hand. 5. In the above 1, 2, 3, or 4,
The setting means includes a “user” at a connection portion between the “two display boards”.
The user's thumb on one hand.
To form a concave ("valley" -shaped) portion with a substantially V-shaped cross section
One-handed support, characterized in that
Display device. 6. In the above 1, 2, 3, or 4,
The setting means includes a “user” at a connection portion between the “two display boards”.
The user touches the display device with a finger or a finger other than the thumb of one hand.
Is to enable stable placement on the palm,
Of forming a convex ("mountain" -shaped) portion having a substantially V-shaped cross section
A display device capable of supporting one hand.
Place. 7. In any one of the above items 1 to 6, the left-right viewing
The opening fixing means,Integrated with the left-right spread connection means
(Has been integrated in hardware),
A display device capable of supporting one hand. In addition,
In the light, "The left-right spread fixing means is
(Integrated with hardware)
") Is, for example, (1) the left
Each of the "hinge parts" that make up the right-facing connection means
By using a material with a high coefficient of friction for the members,
Increase the friction coefficient of the joint (hinge, connecting part)
When the angle between the display boards can be temporarily fixed
(Increasing the friction coefficient of the hinge connection surface
The gap can be temporarily fixed at a predetermined bending angle.
(2) Constituting the left-right spread fixing means
Plastic part between the stopper part
When integrally molded with metal or metal materials, etc.
You. 8. In any one of the above items 1 to 6, the left-right viewing
The opening fixing means,The left-right spread connection means or the display
It is configured so that it cannot be easily separated from the boardThat
Characteristic display device that can be supported by one hand. Note that the present invention
"The left-right spread fixing means is
Is designed so that it cannot be easily separated from the display board. ''
Such cases include, for example, (1) the left-right spread fixing means
And the left-right spread connection means (or the display panel)
Hard molded from a plastic or metal material
If they are integrated in hardware (in this case, of course,
("Cannot be easily separated"), (2) adhesive or solvent
Use a hook or other means for connection or locking to open the
The stopper part that constitutes the fixing means
Can be easily separated from connection means (or the display panel)
(3) The tilt mechanism
(Shaft and coil spring, etc.) connected to two display boards
For example, when it is built in a part (hinge part). 9. In any of the above items 1 to 8,
The display indicates “Used for user data entry.
Screen for data input ", that is," data input device
To display a screen that can also be used (as part of)
Data input screen display means.
Display device that can support one hand. 10. In any one of the above items 1 to 8, further,
External information at a distance from the display device
External information recorded on the
External information wireless receiving means for transmitting
The external information received by the line receiving means is displayed on the display board.
External information display means for
Display device that can support one hand. 11. In any one of the above items 1 to 8,
Television transmitted by radio or cable from a television broadcasting station
TV program information for receiving program information via wireless
Wireless receiving means, and the television program information wireless receiving means
The received television program information on the display panel
TV information display means for
Display device capable of supporting one hand. 12. In any one of the above items 1 to 8,
An external device located away from the display device capable of supporting one hand
External information recorded in the information recording device of
External information wireless receiving means for receiving the external information,
The external information received by the wireless communication receiving means is displayed on the display panel.
External information display means for
TV program information transmitted by wave or wire
Means for wirelessly receiving TV program information for receiving
The television received by the television program information wireless receiving means.
TV program information for displaying program information on the display board
Information display means, and can be supported by one hand.
Display device. In this case, the user writes on the display device:
The received "TV program" and the "outside
Department information "can be displayed. 13. In any one of the above items 1 to 8,
An external device located away from the display device capable of supporting one hand
External information recorded in the information recording device of
External information wireless receiving means for receiving the external information,
The external information received by the wireless communication receiving means is displayed on the display panel.
External information display means for causing the
Data entry used by the user for data entry.
Force screen ”, ie as (part of) a data input device
Screen for displaying data that can also be used
Surface display means, and one-handed support
Possible display device. In this case, the user may select the display device
"Information from a remote information recording device (external
Information) ”and“ Data entry screen ”, that is,“ Data entry ”
Screen that can also be used as (part of) the device
Can be 14． In any one of the above items 1 to 8,
Television transmitted by radio or cable from a television broadcasting station
TV program information for receiving program information via wireless
Wireless receiving means, and the television program information wireless receiving means
The received television program information on the display panel
Means for displaying TV program information for the
Data entry used by the user for data entry.
Force screen ”, ie as (part of) a data input device
Screen for displaying data that can also be used
Surface display means, and can be supported by one hand.
Display device. In this case, the user writes on the display device:
To input the received "TV program" and various information
"Data entry screen" or "Data entry device (
Screen, which can also be used as part)
it can. 15. In any one of the above items 1 to 8,
An external device located away from the display device capable of supporting one hand
External information recorded in the information recording device of
External information wireless receiving means for receiving the external information,
The external information received by the wireless communication receiving means is displayed on the display panel.
External information display means for
TV program information transmitted by wave or wire
Means for wirelessly receiving TV program information for receiving
The television received by the television program information wireless receiving means.
TV program information for displaying program information on the display board
Information display means and the display
Screen for data entry used for input "
"Images that can also be used as (part of) data entry devices
Screen display means for data entry for displaying
A display device capable of supporting one hand, comprising: In this case, the user displays “TV number” on the display device.
Group), "external information" and "data entry screen"
"Images that can also be used as (part of) data entry devices
Plane "can be displayed. [0013] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS First Embodiment FIG.
FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing a CD-ROM playback-only device according to a first embodiment.
It is a schematic front view. Note that FIG. 1 strongly relates to the present invention.
Only those parts that are known are shown, and conventionally known parts, for example,
Keys for inserting sources, play / stop / fast forward / rewind
Key for instructing search, etc., keyword for search
Are not shown in the figure. In FIG. 1, reference numeral 1 denotes a frame (housing).
You. In this frame 1, a CD-ROM drive device 3,
Signal processing for processing signals from the CD-ROM drive device 3
Processing device 4 receives a signal from the signal processing device 4,
LCD drive for displaying D (liquid crystal display) screen
The moving device 6, a power supply, and the like are housed. Also this frame 1
Is an LCD screen output by the LCD driving device 6.
LCD panel (display panel) 5 (in this specification,
Is used to show both the LCD panel and the LCD screen.
). In FIG. 1, for convenience of illustration,
The CD-ROM drive 3 is described outside the frame 1.
However, actually, for example, the LCD screen 5 in the frame 1 is output.
The LCD panel 5 is stored on the back side. Reference numeral 2 also denotes a frame (housing).
Has an LCD driving device 8 for displaying the LCD screen 7
Are stored, and the LCD driving device 8
LCD panel (display panel) 7 on which a D screen is output (this specification
In this document, the reference numeral 7 is used for the LCD panel and the LCD screen.
Used to indicate both). In this embodiment, the frame 1 and the frame 2
Means that the ends are three relatively small as shown.
Folding hinge 9 and one relatively large hinge 10
It is connected (coupled) to bend freely. This allows the frame
The body 1 and the frame 2 are shown in FIG. 2 which is a plan view of this embodiment.
As shown in FIG.
From the “left and right fully spread state”, the “left” as shown in FIG.
Right half-spread state ”(look at about 180 degrees as shown in FIG.
The opened state and each of the frames 1 and 2 as shown in FIG.
So that the side on which the screen is displayed faces each other
Through the state between the folded state) and FIG.
Folding freely to the "folded state" of (c)
Can be done. In the present embodiment,
Conversely, the state shown in FIG. 2 (c) passes through the state shown in FIG. 2 (b).
2 (a). In this embodiment, the distance between the frame 1 and the frame 2 is
Is caused by a frictional force between the members constituting the hinges 9 and 10,
Temporarily fixed (semi-fixed) at any angle,
(Semi-fixed) (for example, as shown in FIG.
(Fixed (semi-fixed) state).
ing. In addition, such “fixing at any angle (semi-
") Is simply due to frictional force as described above.
The user is required to apply more than a predetermined amount of force
It is possible to change the "fixed (semi-fixed) angle"
I can do it. In this embodiment, the hinge 9 is used.
And 10 are known in the art (for example, notebook type).
Fold and fold the computer keyboard and display
Hinges that can be flexibly connected.
And the keyboard and the display are
In a slightly bent state. "
Hinges). In this embodiment, the hinges 9 and 10
The structure of the device must be devised by a conventionally known method (for example,
), The two frame members 1 and 2
Between about 175 degrees to about 105 degrees (or about 17 degrees).
Any of five angles from 0 to about 110 degrees)
At a certain angle, it is configured so that it can be fixed with a stopper
You may make it. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG.
The distance between the CD screen 5 and the right end of the frame 1 in the drawing, and L
The distance between the CD screen 7 and the left edge of the frame 2 is extremely small
Small. And frame 1 and frame 2
Of the hinges to be connected, facing two LCDs 5 and 7
The three hinges 9 connecting the ends are relatively small
You are using Therefore, in this embodiment, L
The distance between the CD screen 5 and the LCD screen 7 is “very small
Saito ”. Therefore, for the user
Means that the distance between the LCD screen 5 and the LCD screen 7 is
Is almost negligible "
Says, "The two LCD screens 5 and 7 are
As if it were one big screen "
It has become. The LCD driving device 8 in the frame 2 and the frame
The signal processing device 4 in the body 1 is connected to a relatively large hinge.
Int) 10 are connected by a signal line passing through
(Note that L is connected via a signal line passing through the hinge.
Configuration that connects CD drive and signal processing device
Is already well-known in commercial notebook computers, etc.
). Therefore, when playing back one CD-ROM,
This reproduced signal is transmitted from the signal processing device 4 to the two LCD driving devices.
Two LCD screens as sent to both devices 6 and 8
5 and 7 can display one screen in cooperation with each other.
Swelling. That is, for example, a user has an encyclopedia
A fish called "bream" using a CD-ROM with recorded encyclopedia
When searching for a sea bream, search for this sea bream and
When displaying them on LCD screens 5 and 7,
True image is large across both LCD screens 5 and 7
Will be displayed. Also, the LCD screens 5 and 7 of this embodiment
The only information that can be displayed is a video like the photo of the sea bream mentioned above.
Instead, data such as characters may be used. For example, a book
One page of character data for each page of the book as one information
A block 1 is stored in a CD-ROM.
Information block of character data for page on LCD screen 5
Display and one page of characters of the next page
Display information block of data on LCD screen 7
May be. In this way, the user can use this CD-RO
Read the book with the M playback device as if it were a two-page spread
You can use it as if you were. As described above, in this embodiment, two
LCD screens 5 and 7 from one signal processor 4
The signals are inputted by the LCD driving devices 6 and 8, respectively.
The two LCD screens 5 and
7 can work together to form a "one big screen"
As well as the two LCD screens 5 and 7
Fold the frames 1 and 2 including each other,
I try to connect to the location. Therefore, the user can use this CD-RO
When the M playback device is used, as shown in FIG. 1 and FIG.
So that the two frames 1 and 2 are in a spread state,
Large area combining the two LCD screens 5 and 7
Information can be displayed on the screen. Also, the userFor example, in a commuter train
, While standing, with one hand this CD-ROM playback device
When trying to use, As shown in FIG.
The angle between the two frames 1 and 2 is, for example, about 150 degrees.
State ("half-bent state = half-spread state"
State)) to see the LCD screens 5 and 7.
You. In a crowded commuter train, these two frames 1 and
The angle between 2 and 2 is further bent, for example, to about 120 degrees.
Maintained in the folded state ("half-bent state = half-spread state")
It can also be used. Further, the user can play the CD-ROM.
When trying to carry the device when traveling outdoors,
As shown in (c), the two frames 1 and 2 are folded.
The overall area of the front when in use
Compact size that is about half the size of
Can be. Further, in this embodiment, the first
When the frame 1 and the second frame 2 are opened,
Of the LCD panel of both frames 1, 2
The angle between 5 and 7 can be fixed at "about 180 degrees"
As well as the LCD panels of both frames 1 and 2
The angle between 5 and 7 is "from about 105 degrees to about 175 degrees
(Or from about 110 degrees to about 170 degrees)
Angle (arbitrary angle) ”(for example, frictional force or
(E.g., by a topper or tilt mechanism). Yo
Thus, the user can display the display device according to the present embodiment, for example,
Opened at an angle of about 180 degrees on the office desk
Use it in a `` full-spread state '' on a crowded commuter train
Means that the device of this embodiment hits others
To an angle of about 105 degrees to about 120 degrees
For use in surrounding situations, such as when using in a "spread half-open state"
It can be used accordingly. Further, the user may, for example,Commuting
While standing on the train,Using the display device of this embodiment
IfWhile grasping the hanging leather of the train with one of both hands
When supporting the display with only the other handOf this embodiment
For example, about 15
Spread at an angle of 0 degrees "Semi-spread state = half-folded shape"
And use it when the train is getting crowded.
The display device of this embodiment does not hit the display device
Open) at an angle of, for example, about 105-120 degrees
Use in "half-spread state = half-bent state", etc.
Fine-grained use that responds to the situation is possible. Second Embodiment Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described.
FIG. 3 to FIG. 5 show a CD-ROM reproduction-only device according to an example.
It will be described based on the following. In FIG. 3, reference numerals 11 to 20 denote frames.
Body). These frames 11 to 20 are not shown.
Hinges that are adjacent to each other (for example,
For example, the frame 11 and the frame 12, the frame 12 and the frame 13,
) Are foldably connected to each other. Ma
An LCD screen is displayed on each of these frames 11 to 20.
LCD driving devices 31 to 40 for
Have been. Also, on the surface of each frame 11-20, each LCD
Each of the LCD screens 21 to 30 is displayed by the driving devices 31 to 40.
LCD panels 21 to 30 are provided. In FIG. 3, each of the LCD screens 21-
30 is as if adjacent objects are in contact with each other
Although it is illustrated as if, this is for convenience of illustration.
In practice, each LCD screen 21-30
There is a predetermined interval between adjacent ones of
You. Then, during this predetermined interval, each frame 11 to 2
0 end (not shown) and their respective frames 11-20
Hinge for connecting adjacent ends so that they can be bent freely
(Not shown). In this embodiment, the frame 11 is
Is a signal for processing a signal from the CD-ROM drive device 50.
Signal processing device 51 (in FIG. 3, the relationship shown in FIG. 3).
Describes the signal processing device 51 outside the frame body 11,
Actually, this is built in the frame 11). Again
In the signal processing device 51 of FIG.
The signal from the CD-ROM drive device 50 provided in
Input via well-known communication means using wire or wireless
It is supposed to be. And this signal processor 51
These signals are input to each of the LCD driving devices 31 to 40.
It has become. Therefore, in the second embodiment, the frame
The bodies 11 to 20 are shown in FIG. 3 (front view) and FIG.
As shown, the angle between the planes of the adjacent frame bodies is
When the spread is set to be about 180 degrees, each L
The screens of the CDs 21 to 30 cooperate with each other to form one large
The screen is configured. And, for example, CD
-Search for information on fish called "bream" from ROM and CD-R
Photographs of sea bream recorded in OM are displayed on LCDs 21 to 30.
When displaying all the data, one
Zero screens 21 to 30 are combined and integrated,
Sea bream pictures are displayed on one large screen
It has become. In the second embodiment, each of the frames 11 to 2
Hinges (not shown) to connect 0's neighbors
Are provided at the positions indicated by the respective points a to i in FIG.
ing. Therefore, when carrying this second embodiment,
As shown in the plan view of FIG.
By folding through hinges at every point a-i,
The entire CD-ROM playback device is easy to carry around
Can be transformed into a body shape. The second embodiment is particularly suitable for events and the like.
When used as a huge screen display for
Is big. Such a huge screen display is
In the past, transport and storage were very difficult.
If it can be solved. Third Embodiment Next, FIG. 6 shows a third embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 14 is a plan view showing a CD-ROM playback device according to a third embodiment.
You. In this embodiment, a hinge connecting each frame 11 to 20 is used.
Are provided at the positions of the points indicated by j to r in FIG.
ing. Therefore, when carrying the device according to this embodiment
As shown in FIG. 6, each of the frames 11 to 20 is
The other frames 12 to 20 connected to the inner side (in other words,
In the shape of a caterpillar)
This CD is rolled up like a thing
-The entire ROM playback device has a substantially cylindrical shape that is easy to carry.
Can be deformed. (Fourth Embodiment) Next, a fourth embodiment of the present invention.
A portable TV (television) according to the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.
You. The outer shape of the fourth embodiment is the same as the first embodiment shown in FIG.
It is almost the same as the example. The difference is that the embodiment of FIG.
Keys for play, stop, fast forward, rewind, etc.
(Not shown in FIG. 1)
Key and audio volume to switch channels for
Keys and speakers to adjust (all shown in Fig. 7)
Is abbreviated). That is, in FIG. 7, the frame 1a and the frame
Each body 2a has a liquid crystal display screen for TV
(LCD screen) 5a and 7a are provided. And
An end of the frame 1a and an end of the frame 2a are hinged 9a.
And 10a make it possible to freely bend and fold each other.
Has been continued. In this embodiment, the frame 1a and the frame
2a has a TV receiver (not shown),
To process TV signals from the receivers in the LCD drive
Signal processing device (not shown) to send and each of the above LCD screens
LCD drive for outputting program information to 5a and 7a
(Not shown). Therefore, the portable TV according to the fourth embodiment
Now, the user folds the frames 1a and 2a when carrying
(See (c) of Fig. 2)
Can be. In use, the user can use this as shown in FIG.
In a double-page spread state, for example, 1 is displayed on the LCD screen 5a.
Channel programs are displayed and the LCD screen 7
By displaying programs of three channels on a, 2a
You can watch two programs at the same time. Ma
In this case, for example, the LCD screen 5a and the LCD screen 7a
Work together to form a "one big screen"
The two LCD screens 5a and 7a.
"One large screen" and one channel program
May be displayed. That is, the fourth embodiment
, One TV program from a TV receiver
Only one signal is processed by one signal processing device, and the processing is performed.
Processed signals are built into each of the frames 1a and 2a.
Supply to the specified LCD drive.
"The one large LCD screen 5a and 7a
One program may be displayed on the screen. This
That is, one LCD screen 5a and 7a are combined.
A long (panoramic) screen can be realized,
Any landscape video can be displayed as it is. The embodiments of the present invention have been described above.
However, the present invention is not limited to each of these examples.
Of course it is. The present invention is described below, for example.
It should be understood that such a configuration is also included. For example, in the above embodiment,CD-ROM
Raw equipmentHowever, the present invention provides a VTR andMagnetic
Disc recording and reproducing deviceAnd record using IC card
Raw equipment andPersonal computerlike,Recording device
And for recordsElectronic equipment including input devicesAlso apply
be able to. In addition to displaying on the screen,
It can also be applied to electronic devices that can also output vibration, light, etc.
You. Further, the display device of the present invention is simply a CD-RO
Used to display information from recording media such as M
`` Use when users enter information
That can display an information input screen
Leh, for example, "User handwritten using electronic pen etc.
Operate the electronic pen etc. to input information such as characters
Display that can display an operation screen for
Display with touch panel function
Display that doubles as a panel)
With a display that allows you to enter data with
Is also good. As described above, the display device of the present invention`` Input device
Display that can also be used as a device (part of the input device)
-"Is also included. Also,The present inventionSimply FD or CD-ROM
To display information read from such storage media
It is not limited to the ray device, for exampleTV (television
B) Information sent by radio waves from a broadcasting station (television
Cable) or cable from a cable TV (CATV) station
Information (TV programs) sent via (wired)
It can also be applied to display devices for displaying on the screen.
Wear. In the first embodiment shown in FIG.
Means that the CD-ROM drive 3 is built in the frame 1
However, in the present invention,The CD-ROM drive 3 is mounted on the frame 1
And 2 into a separate unit, and this separate unit
CD-ROM drive unit (this CD-RO
In addition to the M drive, in paragraph 0042 of this specification, etc.
Some of the personal computers that I mentioned
To a radio wave
The signal is transmitted to the signal processing device 4 in the frame 1 and
The information received by the signal processing device 4 by radio is stored in a table
May be displayed on the screen of the display panel. [0044] [Effect of the Invention] Basic effects of the present invention. In the present invention,
"At least two display panels (two display panels)
Fixed at any angle between 05 degrees and about 175 degrees
in order toLeft-right spread fixing means"Is provided. But
Thus, in the present invention, the user can display the entire display device as one of them.
When trying to support with only one hand,
Formed by the fixing meansV-shaped concave section
(When viewed from the back, the convex part)Or a part in the vicinity thereof
May be referred to as “starting” of the one-handed support.
it can. Thus, according to the present invention,Users go on the go
(Outdoors), for example, while standing, two display boards
The entire display device including the is easily and with only one hand
Be able to support stably. That is, in the present invention, the aforementioned “user
But put it on one hand and support it with only one hand
Can be used (or a small display device) "
And the above-mentioned "left-right spread fixing means"
By saying, "At least two or more display boards are in a double-page spread state.
When the user uses the thumb of one hand,
The front side (user side) of the left-right spread connection part of each display board
Concave portion with a substantially V-shaped cross section (ie, from about 105 degrees
Bent to any angle up to about 175 degrees
Or “valley” -shaped part), and / or
With one finger or palm other than the thumb on one side of the display panel,
The back side of the connection part (the side not facing the user)
By hitting the “mountain” shaped part of the
It is extremely easy to use the entire display board with only one hand of the user
And can be used while supporting it stably. "
The effect is obtained. In the present invention, two display panels are included.
The display device is left and right facing apart from the user
Left part from the vertical line when viewed from the user
The left and right sides of the display screen shape for the minute and right part
When configured to be equally symmetrical and symmetrical to the right (or
From the vertical line as seen from the user
The area of each plane is almost equal to the left and right
The user is on the left side of the screen
(Or its plane) and the screen on the right (or its plane)
Can be seen almost equally from both eyes.
Because it is possible, the two-sided screen with the two display boards
Will be very easy for users to see
You. Further, according to the present invention, there is provided “an even number of display boards are provided.
Display device ", each of the display panels has a left-right spread
When viewed from the vertical line when viewed from the user
And the area of each plane of the left part and the right part
Configure the thickness dimension almost equally as left and right as hardware
When the user selects the
The front side of the connection part of the display panel (facing the user
Side), that is, a concave portion with a substantially V-shaped cross section (from about 105 degrees)
Bent to any angle up to about 175 degrees
Or "valley" -shaped part) and / or pieces
Place a finger or palm other than the thumb on the back of the connection part
"Mountain" on the surface side (the side not facing the user) and
And the surrounding area, the entire display device
Is a "valley" -shaped part or / and a "peak" -shaped part near the line.
Minutes ”as a fulcrum (the position of the line as a fulcrum),
In a state of equilibrium (like "Yajirobe")
State), so it is extremely easy and cheap with only one hand
It becomes possible to support each display board regularly. 2. The effect of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.
This will be described in the following (1) to (4). (1) Operation in FIG. 8 (a) FIG. 8 (a) shows that “two thicknesses that are not the same
Display panels (two display panels) 91 and 92 are about 180 degrees
Display device fixed in full spread at different angles
Is supported by the user with one hand ”(the scope of the present invention).
(Outside the box). In this case, the user has one thumb 93
On the display screen side of the two display boards 91 and 92 (user
On the side opposite to),
The display screen side is a horizontal plane of about 180 degrees as a whole.
"When you put your thumb on it,
Part (for example, the "disconnection" in the present invention)
"Valley-shaped concave part" such as "valley" part)
Because of the absence of the thumb 93,
The display boards 91 and 92 are “easy to shake
It is easy to move ".
91 and 92 cannot be easily and stably supported.
No. A finger or palm other than the thumb of the one hand
Is located on the back side of each of the display plates 91 and 92 (facing the user).
Side of the display panel 91, 92
The back side also has a substantially horizontal plane with an angle of about 180 degrees as a whole.
`` When a finger or palm other than the thumb is applied,
There's no part that can be a “start”
The display boards 91 and 92 are moved in the horizontal direction in the drawing.
Easy to move '' and the fingers other than the thumb
Or, the display panels 91 and 92 are strongly and stably supported by the palm.
I can't do that. As described above, in the case of FIG.
When the user supports the entire display device with only one hand,
Can only be unstable support. (2) Operation in FIG. 8B Next, FIG. 8 (b) shows “two different thickness dimensions.
The display panels (two display panels) 91 and 92 are
I spread it at about 130 degrees with my own hands
(However, the two display boards are referred to as the "approximately
Fixing (including semi-fixing) in the open state is done
Not supported) and the user favors it with one hand. "
(Outside the scope of the present invention). In this case, the user has one thumb 93
Is a display screen of a connection portion between the two display plates 91 and 92.
Side (the side facing the user)
In this “concave“ valley ”shape portion having a substantially V-shaped cross section (FIG. 8)
(Part shown by arrow A in (b)) "
Part of the mushroom, like "getting started" "
It is. Therefore, the thumb applied to this "start"
Due to the presence of 93, the display panels 91 and 92 are
Prevents a slight movement or movement in the horizontal direction
Will be done. The back side of each of the display panels 91 and 92
(The side not facing the user)
And 92 form a "peak" projecting at an angle of about 130 degrees.
This "" mountain "-shaped part"
Is the part of "getting started" when applying a palm "
The display panels 91 and 92 are
"Wobbling and moving in the horizontal direction in the figure"
This is prevented. However, in the case of FIG.
At an angle of about 130 degrees between each display board 91 and 92
The spread state of "is fixed (including semi-fixed)"
(The user needs only about 130 degrees with his own hand.
It just supports it at an angle). Accordingly
In the case of FIG. 8B, the display plates 91 and 92 are connected to each other.
The angle between them is, as shown by arrow B in the figure, "(about 130 degrees
The angle is not constant)
・ It is in a state of fluctuating unstablely. " Yo
Therefore, in the case of FIG. 8B, each of the display plates 91 and 92
The arrow in the figure, while the user supports with one hand,
As shown by mark B, the angle of the connecting part is unstable
(Between the display panels 91 and 92)
Angle (about 130 degrees) is not fixed
Not), so the user can use each hand only with one hand
91 and 92 cannot be easily and stably supported.
No. Therefore, when the user touches each of the display boards 91 and 92,
Even if the user tries to view the displayed information, each of the display boards 91, 92
Moves constantly as shown by arrow B in the figure
So it ’s very hard to read and read.
I'm tired). Also, the angle between the wobble and the angle
The two display panels 91 and 92 that fluctuate are automatically
I have to keep the angle of about 130 degrees with my hands
Users need to keep putting unnatural power in their hands
Yes, you get tired. The electronic pen 94 (FIG. 8B)
Pen input such as handwriting input using
Operation and fingertip input operation (input operation with touch panel method)
Even when trying to do
Alternatively, the position of the display board 92 may be changed by the pressing force from the fingertip as shown in FIG.
It greatly fluctuates like the mark B,
Because it is unstable, pen input operations such as handwriting
Input operation such as pressing the fingertip on the touch panel screen
"Work" becomes extremely difficult. (3) Operation in FIG. 8 (c) Next, FIG. 8C shows one embodiment of the present invention, in which “mutual
Display panels with different thickness dimensions (two display panels)
91, 92 are folded about 180 degrees with full spread
Between the states, for example at an angle of about 130 degrees.
When it is ". In this case, the user has one thumb 93
Is a display image of a connection portion between the two display plates 91 and 92.
"(Two display boards) on the front side (the side facing the user)
91, 92 are fixed in a concave shape having a substantially V-shaped cross section.
(See arrow A in FIG. 8 (c)).
This "fixed in a concave shape of a substantially V-shaped cross section
"Valley" shaped part "when the thumb 93
It's like a "getting started." That
This "part like a start (" valley "-shaped part)"
The presence of the thumb 93 applied to the
1, 92, "They move and move in the horizontal direction in the figure.
Is almost completely prevented. In this case, the user's one hand
Fingers or palms other than the thumb are on the back of each of the display boards 91 and 92.
Side (the side not facing the user)
The back side of the display panel 91 and 92 is about 130 degrees
Fixed at an angle.
("Mountain" -shaped part)
The side of the connection part facing the user is concave with a substantially V-shaped cross section
If it is a “valley” shaped part,
Side) is, of course, a protruding “mountain” shaped section with a substantially V-shaped cross section.
Becomes). So, in this case,
The “mountain-shaped portion” fixed in a substantially V-shaped projection is “
When touching a finger or palm other than the thumb of one hand
The part like " Therefore,
Not only because of the presence of the thumb 93,
Parts ("mountain-like parts")
Due to the presence of a finger or a palm, each of the display boards 91 and 92
"Wobbling and moving in the horizontal direction in the figure"
It is completely prevented. In this case, each of the display boards 91 and 92
Spread at an angle of about 130 degrees "fixed (including semi-fixed)"
The back side of each of the display boards 91 and 92 (user
The side that is not opposed to the
Easy to fit the natural shape of the "palm"
(Because when the human hand is relaxed
The natural shape is just like "grabbing an egg"
However, the shape of the "palm" at this time is
Udon "because the cross section becomes a substantially V-shaped concave shape"). Then, the "valley" -shaped portion is
On the front side (the side facing the user)
User's thumb 94 and the "mountain" on the back
The part is "starting" and the back side (facing the user
Other than the user's thumb,
The palm connects the two display plates 91 and 92 with the front side thereof.
Be sure to firmly and stably support from the back side
Therefore, if the display device is placed on one hand of the user,
With only one hand of the user, the display device is extremely
It is easily and stably supported. In particular, handwriting of characters with the electronic pen 94
Input operations such as force or finger input (touch panel method)
Even when working, as described above, two display boards 91 and
The angle between 92 is fixed (including semi-fixed)
A predetermined pressing force is applied to the display board 92 from a pen tip or a finger tip.
Even, the display board 92 "wobble and wobble"
No input operation such as handwriting input with an input pen
Input operation such as fingertip operation on the
"Work" can be done very stably and easily. (4) Operation in the case of FIG. Next, FIG. 8D shows an embodiment of the present invention.
In, "The two planar areas and thickness dimensions are almost the same
The display boards (two display panels) 91 and 92 are about 130 degrees.
Fixed in a state of being opened at an angle of
You. Also in this case, the same as described above with reference to FIG.
User is extremely easy and stable with only one hand
The display device can be supported. In particular,
In the example, each of the display plates 91 and 92 is
Area and each thickness dimension are almost the same as hardware
Since the left and right are equal, as shown in FIG.
The user places the thumb of one hand on the front side of the
Concave part = "valley" -shaped part = delta-shaped part (arrow A in the figure)
Finger or palm other than the thumb)
"Protruding in a substantially V-shaped cross-section" on the back side of the indicating plates 91 and 92
When hitting the mountain "shaped portion", the entire display device
With the valley-shaped part and the mountain-shaped part as fulcrum,
A state like "Yajirobe" that is balanced
And as a result, extremely stable with one hand
It can be supported in the "done state". That is, in the case of FIG.
“Concave portion having substantially V-shaped cross section =“ valley ”-shaped portion (arrow A in the figure)
(The part indicated by)) ”(the vertical direction viewed from the user)
Line) and the right and left parts of the display device
However, the plane and thickness dimensions are almost right and left as hardware
It is configured to balance evenly, so users
-Can support very well left and right with only one hand
Become like 3. Next, the effect of the present invention will be further described.
Next, a description will be given with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG.
Conventionally, the “keyboard 104 and the display screen 105
a and a display panel 105 for displaying a.
Laptop computers that can be freely folded and spread are sold.
Have been. FIG. 9A shows a conventional notebook type personal computer.
Of the user's hand (palm)
The miniaturized one that can be supported only by
Virtually specially prepared for comparison and user
Shows a virtual motion when supported by only one hand.
It is a thing. In this case, the user's thumb 101 and little finger
The left and right sides of the keyboard 104 by the 102 and the palm 103
Side and bottom, from both left and right sides and from below
I will support you. And the user can use the other hand
Thus, the keyboard 104 can be operated. However, such a small notebook type personal computer
When the keyboard 104 and the display panel 105 are
A line in the horizontal direction (horizontal direction) when viewed from the
(See line Q)
Is a vertical line (vertical direction) when viewed from the user
(See the dashed line R in FIG. 9B).
The present invention is basically the subject, configuration,
Use and effect are different. That is, in the present invention, as shown in FIG.
As described above, two display panels (display panels) 107 and 108
Is a vertical line (vertical direction) viewed from the user (FIG. 9).
(See (b) dot-dash line R))
Have been. In the present invention, this “from the user”
Along the line R in the vertical direction (vertical direction)
A substantially V-shaped concave portion ("valley" -shaped portion) "is formed.
(Refer to the symbol P in FIGS. 9B and 9C). Soshi
Then, this “concave“ valley ”-shaped portion having a substantially V-shaped cross section” P
The user stably operates the two display panels 107 and 108.
To hang the user's thumb 106 to support
It's a "getting started". In the present invention,
Is the back of the above-mentioned “concave“ valley ”-shaped portion having a substantially V-shaped cross section” P
The “mountain-shaped part” on the side indicates that the user
Back side of 107 and 108 (side not facing user)
To place a finger or palm other than the user's thumb on the
It is "hanging". As described above, in the present invention, FIG.
The symbol “R” in the vertical direction (vertical direction)
With the line as the boundary, the right and left parts of the display device are
At any of the angles bent above (ie, the cross section is
(In a substantially V-shaped state).
ing. Therefore, in the present invention, the user
When supporting the entire display device with one hand (or
When placing the entire display device on one hand), the user
Is the above-mentioned bent part ("
Downward (longitudinal) line ”or in the vicinity thereof)
Put your thumb on the “V-shaped concave“ valley ”shaped section”
And use it as a “start” to support the display device.
(Or of the above-mentioned concave “valley” -shaped portion having a substantially V-shaped cross section)
Change the “mountain” shape on the other side to “start”
Place on a finger or palm other than the thumb of one hand)
Very easily and stably supports the entire display device.
It becomes possible to do. That is, generally,"Plate (surface is water
(Flat) object with only one hand (or
Placing a plate-like object on the palm of one hand)When,"Disconnection
An object whose surface is a substantially V-shaped recess ("valley" shape)
Support with only one hand (or “a concave with a substantially V-shaped cross section
The parent of one hand is the "mountain-like part" on the back of the object
Place on a finger other than finger or palm)Compare with
According to experience, the latter is much easier
This is also clear in theory. That is, the former () flat object
Has no “start” when holding it with one hand
You will need more grip than necessary,
I'm very nervous and tired because I have to make it inside
U. On the other hand, with the latter (), which has a substantially V-shaped cross section,
Is the above-mentioned substantially V-shaped "valley" -shaped portion and the "
When the “mountain” -shaped part is held by the user's hand (finger and palm)
It will be a “start”, so if you hold this part
Even with a small grip (i.e.
Easy and stable (even when relaxed naturally)
You can keep going. That is, the former () flat object
Tried to put it on the "palm" of one hand
Even so, because it is a flat plate, it slips on the palm
It is necessary to try to prevent slipping
It is necessary and necessary to apply the above power in an unnatural manner
It is necessary to concentrate and tense the nerves, and as a result,
Excessive fatigue (stiff shoulders, eyes
(Exhaustive fatigue). On the other hand, the latter has a substantially V-shaped cross section.
Very easily and stably for the entire display device
Can be supported on the "palm" of one hand. First, the “palm” of one human hand
Things originally (in a naturally relaxed state)
), "The cross section is substantially V-shaped concave"
And usually support books, documents, eggs, etc. with one hand
Cross-section of one hand in a standing or naturally relaxed state
The shape is just “concave shape with a substantially V-shaped cross section =“ valley ”shape”
Has become). And, generally, the front side (user
Back side of a concave “valley” -shaped portion having a substantially V-shaped cross section
The "mountain" -shaped part of the figure is in the "palm" of one human hand
It fits easily and easily (human palm (palm)
Originally, in a relaxed state, just
"Because the cross section is substantially V-shaped concave"). But
Therefore, before being formed by the left-right spread fixing means of the present invention.
The display panels are fixed in a substantially V-shaped cross section (including semi-fixed).
Display device provides the user with very little power
In a relaxed state, easily and stably, the pieces
It is possible to keep it on the "palm" of the hand
It is. As described above, according to the present invention, the left and right
The spread fixing means allows the user to remove the entire display device.
Support by hand only or rest on palm of one hand
However, it becomes extremely easy. Therefore, according to the present invention,
The user is out (outdoors), such as on a commuter train or on the street
Stand in one hand with the display, in any of a variety of places
The display device on the palm of one hand
・ It is extremely easy to maintain stable use while supporting
Becomes easier. 4. Further, as one of the additional effects of the present invention,
explain about. In the present invention (one embodiment), the display
When the device is used, the shape of the display screen is
The user is almost in the center of the entire display device including the board "
The area and shape of the screen on the right side from the vertical line
And the area and shape of the screen on the left side
So that when viewed from the left,
Has been established. Therefore, the present invention (one aspect)
According to the above description, the user can use the “table” constituted by the respective display boards.
When viewing the entire display screen, the entire screen is
Direction line (below"Centerline"Almost symmetrical around
・ Because it is equally divided into left and right, extremely
An easy-to-view screen is obtained. That is, one
In general, when viewing documents and images in the human optic nerve,
In order to look at the two eyes (left and right eyes)
The entire subject is bilaterally symmetric and evenly laterally as viewed from the position of both eyes
Has the property that it is much easier to see
You. Therefore, even in the traditional books, newspapers, magazines and other paper media,
The display part is the vertical center line (book
Line that bends newspapers and newspapers in the middle. (Including virtual lines)
As a heart, it is arranged so that it is symmetrical left and right
I have. The entire displayed screen is centered on the center line.
If not arranged symmetrically and left and right, the human optic nerve
(Equal left and right is natural for the optic nerve)
Excessive load on the optic nerve
However, the present invention effectively avoids such inconveniences.
Can be [Brief description of the drawings] FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating a CD-ROM reproduction according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
It is a front view which shows an apparatus. FIG. 2 is a plan view showing the embodiment of FIG. 1 for each operation. FIG. 3 is a CD-ROM reproduction according to a second embodiment of the present invention.
It is a front view which shows an apparatus. FIG. 4 is a plan view showing a second embodiment. FIG. 5 is a plan view showing a folded state of the second embodiment.
is there. FIG. 6 is a plan view showing a third embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a plan view showing a fourth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining the operation and effect of the present invention.
You. FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining the operation and effect of the present invention.
You. [Explanation of symbols] 1,2,11-20,1a, 2a Frame 3,50 CD-ROM drive 4,51 signal processing device 5,7,21 to 30,5a, 7a LCD screen (LCD
panel) 6,8,31-40 LCD driving device 9,10,9a, 10a Hinge (joint) [Procedure amendment 2] [Document name to be amended] Drawing [Correction target item name] Fig. 8 [Correction method] Added [Correction contents] FIG. 8 [Procedure amendment 3] [Document name to be amended] Drawing [Correction target item name] Fig. 9 [Correction method] Added [Correction contents] FIG. 9

Claims (1)

1. A display device comprising a plurality of displays each capable of displaying a screen, wherein said connecting means is a bendable connecting means for connecting at least two of said plurality of displays so as to be freely bendable with each other. In order to make it easier for the user to support the entire display device including the plurality of displays with his / her hand or to put the user on the hand, the center of the display device is almost divided in half. Bending connection means for connecting the lines so that the halves can be bent freely in a direction approaching each other with the line as the center; and the display device is provided by the bending connection means so that a user can view a screen of the display device. Half and half of the center line, "the entire display device is easily supported by the user with his or her hands or A display device, comprising: a bent fixing means for fixing the halves to each other at the "bent angle" when the fold is bent at an "angle that is easy to place on a hand". .