JP2005316829A - Information processor - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an information processor capable of easily executing the storage and taking-out of a keyboard without damaging the body of the keyboard, and storing the keyboard in an indistinctive manner. <P>SOLUTION: This information processor comprises an information processor body 2 and the keyboard 3. The information processor body 2 includes information processing function. The keyboard 3 performs input to the processor body 2 by radio communication. The processor body 2 has a first space S1 with an outwardly opening part capable of storing the keyboard 3. The processor body 2 has an inner deep side surface member 25 forming a deep side surface when seen from the opening in the first space S1 and moved, by inserting and taking out the keyboard 3 to and from the first space S1, to a position corresponding to the insertion and taking-out. The side surface member 25 includes a fixing part 26 fixing the keyboard 3 in case that the keyboard 3 is pushed deeper than a predetermined position in the first space S1. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to an information processing apparatus, and particularly relates to improving ease of handling.

  In recent years, personal computers (hereinafter referred to as “PC”) capable of viewing not only information processing but also TV (television) and DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) are known. In such a PC, there is almost no need to use a keyboard when watching TV or DVD. In addition, the size of the keyboard is not small compared to the size of the PC body. Therefore, when using a PC for viewing TV or DVD, there is a demand for a technique capable of temporarily storing a keyboard even though the PC is used.

  As a related technique, Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2001-125671 discloses a technique of a keyboard storage type computer. This computer is a desktop computer in which a display and a computer main body are integrated. A part of a keyboard can be stored from a state where it is directly placed on a desk so as to fit between the bottom of the display and the surface of the desk on which the computer is installed and within the outer peripheral space of the computer. To do.

  As a related technique, Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 3-225404 discloses a personal computer technique. This computer is a portable personal computer in which a display device is rotatably attached to a main body including a keyboard via a hinge mechanism. A keyboard, means for notifying, means for supplying a power-off signal, and means for continuously executing the operation are provided. The keyboard is provided in the main body so as to be stored / drawn. The notifying means notifies the CPU provided in the main body of the storage / drawn state of the keyboard. The means for supplying the power-off signal supplies the power-off signal to the power supply unit provided in the main body after saving the status information of the program executed so far when the keyboard is stored. The means for continuing execution turns on the power of the main body when the keyboard is in the drawer state, restores the state information of the program, and continues the operation.

JP 2001-125671 A JP-A-3-225404

  Therefore, an object of the present invention is to easily store a keyboard temporarily and use it easily without taking it out when an information processing apparatus such as a personal computer is used for viewing TV or DVD. An object of the present invention is to provide an information processing apparatus capable of performing the above.

  Another object of the present invention is to provide an information processing apparatus that does not damage the main body of the keyboard when the keyboard is stored and taken out.

  Still another object of the present invention is to provide an information processing apparatus capable of controlling the operation of the information processing apparatus main body by storing and taking out a keyboard.

  Hereinafter, means for solving the problem will be described using the numbers and symbols used in the best mode for carrying out the invention. These numbers and symbols are added in parentheses in order to clarify the correspondence between the description of the claims and the best mode for carrying out the invention. However, these numbers and symbols should not be used for interpreting the technical scope of the invention described in the claims.

Therefore, in order to solve the above problem, the information processing apparatus of the present invention includes an information processing apparatus main body (2) and a keyboard (3). The information processing apparatus body (2) has an information processing function. The keyboard (3) performs input to the information processing apparatus main body (2) by wireless communication.
The information processing apparatus main body (2) has a first space (S1) that can accommodate a keyboard (3) having an opening (P1) facing outward. A side surface on the back side as viewed from the opening (P1) in the first space (S1) is formed, and the keyboard (3) is moved to a position corresponding to the entry and exit by entering and exiting the first space (S1). A back side member (25) is provided. The inner back side surface member (25) includes a fixing portion (26) for fixing the keyboard (3) when the keyboard (3) is pushed deeper than a predetermined position in the first space (S1).
According to the present invention, when the keyboard (3) is inserted into the first space (S1), the force from the keyboard (3) is received by the inner back surface member (25), and the keyboard (3) is pressed. Then, the inner back side surface member (25) moves and absorbs the impact, whereby the keyboard (3) is not damaged. In addition, since the accommodated keyboard (3) is fixed by the fixing part (26), it can be easily moved integrally with the keyboard (3) when the information processing apparatus is moved.

In order to solve the above problems, an information processing apparatus of the present invention includes an information processing apparatus main body (2) and a keyboard (3). The information processing apparatus body (2) has an information processing function. The keyboard (3) performs input to the information processing apparatus main body (2) by wireless communication.
The information processing apparatus main body (2) has a first space (S1) that can accommodate a keyboard (3) having an opening (P1) facing outward. A first inner surface member (27) and a second inner surface member (27) are provided. The first inner surface member (27) forms one side surface of the first space (S1). The second inner surface member (27) forms a side surface facing the first inner surface member (21) of the first space (S1). The first inner surface member (27) includes a plurality of first rotating bodies (24a) that are provided along the side surface on the first space (S1) side, are held by the elastic body (24b), and are rotatable. The second inner surface member (27) includes a plurality of second rotating bodies (24a) that are provided along the side surface on the first space (S1) side, are held by the elastic body (24b), and are rotatable. When the keyboard (3) is pushed between the first inner surface member (27) and the second inner surface member (27) of the first space (S1), the second rotation (24a) and the second rotation are performed. Guided by the body (24a).
According to the present invention, since the keyboard (3) is guided by the elastically operable rotating body (24), it can be correctly inserted / removed even if the insertion direction / removal direction is slightly deviated. Further, the rotation of the rotating body (24) can reduce friction between the keyboard (3), the first inner surface member (27), and the second inner surface member (27). This eliminates wear and scratches on the keyboard (3), enabling smooth and easy insertion (insertion with one hand) / removal.

In the information processing apparatus, the first inner surface member (27) further includes a first inner surface auxiliary member (21) projecting toward the first space (S1). The second inner surface member (27) further includes a second inner surface auxiliary member (21) projecting toward the first space (S1). When the keyboard (3) is pushed under the upper surface member (29) of the first space (S1), one side slides on the first inner surface auxiliary member (21) and the other side is the second inner surface auxiliary member. Slide (21).
According to the present invention, since the side portion of the keyboard (3) slides on the first inner surface auxiliary member (21) and the second inner surface auxiliary member (21), smooth and easy insertion (insertion with one hand) is possible. It becomes.

In the information processing apparatus, the first inner surface auxiliary member (21) has a first taper (22) on the opening (P1) side. The second inner surface auxiliary member (21) has a second taper (22) on the opening (P1) side. The keyboard (3) corresponds to the first taper (22) below the first inner surface auxiliary member (21) when pushed under the upper surface member (29) of the first space (S1). The third taper (12) provided in this manner and the second taper (12) below the second inner surface auxiliary member (21) side when pushed under the upper surface member (29) of the first space (S1) A taper (a fourth taper (12) provided to correspond to 22). When the keyboard (3) is pushed under the upper surface member (29) of the first space (S1), one side is The third taper (12) rides on the first taper (22) and slides on the first inner surface auxiliary member (21), and the other side rides on the second taper (22) with the fourth taper (12). Slide on the inner side auxiliary member (21).
According to the present invention, the third taper (12) and the fourth taper (12) having a predetermined angle make the keyboard (3) corresponding to the first taper (22) and the second taper (22) having a predetermined angle. Since it rides, smooth and easy insertion (insertion with one hand) / removal becomes possible.

In order to solve the above problems, an information processing apparatus of the present invention includes an information processing apparatus main body (2) and a keyboard (3). The information processing apparatus body (2) has an information processing function. The keyboard (3) performs input to the information processing apparatus main body (2) by wireless communication.
The information processing apparatus main body (2) has a first space (S1) that can accommodate a keyboard (3) having an opening (P1) facing outward. An upper surface member (29) that forms the upper surface of the first space (S1) is further provided. The upper surface member (29) includes a first protective member (23) exposed to the first space (S1) in the vicinity of the opening (P1). When the keyboard (3) is pushed under the upper surface member (29) of the first space (S1), the contact with the upper surface member (29) is protected by the first protection member (23).
According to the present invention, since the keyboard (3) is protected by the first protective member (23), the keyboard (3) is damaged in the vicinity of the opening (P1) even if the insertion direction / removal direction is slightly shifted. Can be prevented.

In order to solve the above problems, an information processing apparatus of the present invention includes an information processing apparatus main body (2) and a keyboard (3). The information processing apparatus body (2) has an information processing function. The keyboard (3) performs input to the information processing apparatus main body (2) by wireless communication.
The information processing apparatus main body (2) has a first space (S1) that can accommodate a keyboard (3) having an opening (P1) facing outward. An upper surface member (29) that forms the upper surface of the first space (S1) is further provided. The keyboard (3) includes a plurality of second protection members (11) higher than the height of the key on the key side surface. When the keyboard (3) is pushed under the upper surface member (29) of the first space (S1), contact with the upper surface member (29) is protected by the second protection member (11).
According to the present invention, since the keyboard (3) is protected by the second protective member (11), it is possible to prevent the key portion on the surface of the keyboard (3) from being damaged even if the insertion direction / removal direction is slightly deviated. .

In order to solve the above problems, an information processing apparatus of the present invention includes an information processing apparatus main body (2) and a keyboard (3). The information processing apparatus body (2) has an information processing function. The keyboard (3) performs input to the information processing apparatus main body (2) by wireless communication.
The information processing apparatus main body (2) has a first space (S1) that can accommodate a keyboard (3) having an opening (P1) facing outward. An upper surface member (29) that forms the upper surface of the first space (S1) is further provided. The upper surface member (29) includes a metal plate having a predetermined hardness.
According to the present invention, it is possible to prevent the first space (S1) that houses the horizontally long keyboard (3) from being distorted and deformed. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the keyboard (3) from being damaged due to the distortion of the first space (S1) and the keyboard (3) from being inserted (stored) / taken out.

In order to solve the above problems, an information processing apparatus of the present invention includes an information processing apparatus main body (2) and a keyboard (3). The information processing apparatus body (2) has an information processing function. The keyboard (3) performs input to the information processing apparatus main body (2) by wireless communication.
The information processing apparatus main body (2) has a first space (S1) that can accommodate a keyboard (3) having an opening (P1) facing outward. A side surface on the back side as viewed from the opening (P1) in the first space (S1) is formed, and the keyboard (3) is moved to a position corresponding to the entry and exit by entering and exiting the first space (S1). A back side member (25) is provided. The inner back side member (25) is movably held, and further includes a movement holding part (64) including the first switch member (61). The inner back side surface member (25) further includes a second switch member (62). The first switch member (61) and the second switch member (63) constitute an operation switch (63) that performs an alternate operation. The operation switch (63) alternates the inner back side surface member (25) based on the keyboard (3) being pushed into the first space (S1) and the inner back side surface member (25) being pressed.
According to the present invention, the operation of storing and taking out the keyboard (3) can be appropriately executed by the alternate operation of the operation switch (63).

In the information processing apparatus, the information processing apparatus body (2) detects whether or not the keyboard (3) is pushed into the first space (S1) based on the alternate operation of the inner back side surface member (25). A detection unit (51) that outputs a signal (55) is further provided.
According to the present invention, it is possible to control the operation of the information processing apparatus based on the storage and removal of the keyboard (3).

In the information processing apparatus, the information processing apparatus body (2) further includes a function table (not shown) and a selection function execution unit (not shown). The function table (not shown) associates the detection signal (55) with a plurality of functions operable in the information processing apparatus main body (2). The selection function execution unit (not shown) refers to a function table (not shown) based on the detection signal (55) and outputs a signal instructing the operation of the function corresponding to the detection signal (55). To do.
According to the present invention, it is possible to cause a desired operation to be performed in the information processing apparatus based on the storage and removal of the keyboard (3).

According to the present invention, storage and removal of the keyboard can be easily performed without damaging the main body of the keyboard. When an information processing apparatus such as a PC is used for viewing a TV or a DVD, the keyboard can be easily stored temporarily and can be made inconspicuous, and can be easily taken out as necessary.
it can.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of an information processing apparatus according to the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In this embodiment, a personal computer (PC) as an information processing apparatus is described, but the present invention can also be applied to other information processing apparatuses.

Embodiments of a PC as an information processing apparatus of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.
First, the configuration of the embodiment of the PC of the present invention will be described. FIG. 1 is an external view from the front right showing the configuration of the embodiment of the PC of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is an external view from the left rear showing the configuration of the embodiment of the PC of the present invention. The PC 1 includes a PC main body 2, a keyboard 3, and a display 5. The PC main body 2 includes a storage unit 4 that stores a CD-ROM drive, a DVD drive, an FD disk drive, a USB port, and the like, and an infrared light receiving unit 8. The keyboard 3 is stored in the lower space of the PC main body 2 and can be taken out as necessary. The display 5 is attached to the PC main body 2.

In the PC of the present invention, the keyboard 3 can be easily taken out / stored. FIGS. 3A to 3C are views showing the operation of taking out (storing) the keyboard 3 in the embodiment of the PC of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 3A, the user puts the tip of one hand 100 into the space formed between the front end of the keyboard 3 and the surface of the desk on which the PC 1 is installed, and the end of the keyboard 3. Lift up lightly. As shown in FIG. 3B, the user pulls out the keyboard 3 whose end is slightly lifted. As shown in FIG. 3C, the user pulls out the keyboard 3 to a desired position and leaves it at rest. At this time, since there is no catch or strong frictional force due to various configurations described later, the user can pull out the keyboard 3 with one hand 100 with a slight force. Similarly, by performing the reverse operation to the removal, the user can store the keyboard 3 with a slight force.
In the state of FIG. 3A, the keyboard 3 is fixed to the PC main body 2. Therefore, the keyboard 3 does not come out against the user's intention, and can be handled integrally when the PC 1 is moved.
In addition, the PC 1 can be made to perform a desired operation based on the take-out / storage operation.

Hereinafter, the configuration of the embodiment of the PC of the present invention will be described in detail.
FIG. 4 is an external view showing the configuration of the embodiment of the keyboard. The keyboard 3 includes a protection member 11 and an infrared transmission unit 9.
The protection member 11 is provided on both sides of the key-side surface so as to form protrusions higher than the key height. When the keyboard 3 is stored in the lower space of the PC main body 2, the protection member 11 prevents the key from colliding with the upper portion of the lower space and protects the key. The protective member 11 is preferably made of a material having strength and rigidity. In addition, a material with high wear resistance is preferable because it is often rubbed against the upper portion of the lower space. For example, it is polyacetal resin (POM: polyoxymethylene).
The infrared transmitter 9 transmits the key signal input by the user to the infrared receiver 8 of the PC body 2 by infrared. Since the keyboard 3 does not need to have a cable, it can be easily taken out / stored in the lower space of the PC main body 2.

  FIG. 5 is an external view showing a part of the embodiment of the PC main body 1. In this figure, the PC main body 2 with the keyboard 3 removed is seen from the lower side in the direction of arrow D2 in FIG. The lower space S1 is formed so that the keyboard 3 can be stored between the lower space S1 and an installation surface as a surface on which the PC main body 2 is installed. The lower space S <b> 1 has an opening P <b> 1 facing toward the side where the user can visually recognize the display 5.

  The PC main body 2 includes an inner side member 27, an upper surface member 29, and an inner back side member 25 around the lower space S1.

The inner side surface member 27 forms one side surface of the lower space S1. A plurality of rotating bodies 24 and an inner surface auxiliary member 21 are provided. The plurality of rotating bodies 24 are provided along the side surface on the lower space S1 side, are rotatably held by an elastic body, and can vibrate in a direction substantially perpendicular to the side surface. The inner side surface auxiliary member 21 protrudes by a predetermined length toward the lower space S1. The lower end portion of the keyboard 3 inserted into the lower space S1 slides on the upper portion, and the keyboard 3 is held by the end portion.
Although not shown in this figure, an inner surface member 27 that forms a side surface is similarly provided on the side facing the inner surface member 27.

  When the keyboard 3 is stored (pressed) in the lower space S1 by the user, the keyboard 3 is placed between the inner surface member 27 on one side and the inner surface member 27 on the other side on the rotating body 24 on each side. While being guided, it slides on the inner surface auxiliary member 21 on each side. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the both sides and corners of the keyboard 33 from colliding with or rubbing against the side surface of the lower space S1, and being prevented from being pushed in or scratched.

  The upper surface member 29 forms the upper surface (ceiling) of the lower space S1. The upper surface member 29 is preferably made of a material having a predetermined hardness and strength so that the shape of the upper surface of the lower space S1 for storing the horizontally long keyboard 3 is not deformed by the weight of the PC main body 2. For example, stainless steel. The upper surface member 29 includes a protection member 23. The protective member 23 is exposed to the lower space S1 in the vicinity of the opening P1. When the keyboard 3 is pushed under the upper surface member 29 of the lower space S <b> 1, the keyboard 3 is prevented from coming into contact with the upper surface member 29 and is protected from the upper surface member 29. The protection member 23 is preferably made of a material that can absorb force so that the protection member 23 can be protected. For example, an elastic body such as rubber. As a result, the keyboard 3 can be prevented from being scratched or broken.

  The inner back side surface member 25 forms a back side surface as viewed from the opening P1 in the lower space S1. Further, it is movably held by a movement holding portion 64 fixedly provided on the far side. The inner back side surface member 25 is moved to a position corresponding to the entry / exit when the keyboard 3 enters / exits the lower space S1. The inner back side surface member 25 includes a fixing member 26. The fixing member 26 fixes the keyboard 3 when the keyboard 3 is pushed deeper than a predetermined position in the lower space S <b> 1 and the inner back side member 25 is pushed by the keyboard 3.

  6A and 6B are diagrams showing details of the rotating body 24. FIG. Fig.6 (a) is the figure seen from lower space S1 side. FIG. 6B is a view as seen from the inside of the inner surface member 27. The rotating body 24 includes a rotating body main body 24a, a leaf spring 24b, and a rotating shaft 24c. The rotator main body 24a can rotate around the rotation shaft 24c. The rotating body 24a and the rotating shaft 24c can be restored in the direction of the arrow D3 shown in the figure (a direction substantially perpendicular to the inner side member 27) by the elasticity of the leaf spring 24b by the force pressed by the keyboard 3 from the lower space S1 side. It is.

  When the keyboard 3 is inserted into the lower space S1 while sliding on the upper surface 20 of the inner side auxiliary member 21, the keyboard 33 does not hit the side surface of the lower space S1 or rubs against the side surface of the lower space S1. And scratching can be prevented.

  FIG. 7 is a view showing an attachment state of the protection member 23. The vicinity of the lower space S1 in FIG. 1 is enlarged. The protection member 23 is provided in the vicinity of the opening P1 in the lower space S1 so as to cover the lower opening P1 side of the storage unit 4. The end portion substantially coincides with the end portion of the storage portion 4. When the keyboard 3 is pushed into the lower space S1, it is possible to prevent the keyboard 3 from being damaged or broken.

Next, the operation of the embodiment of the information processing apparatus of the present invention will be described.
FIGS. 8A and 8B and FIGS. 9A and 9B are schematic diagrams showing the operation of the embodiment of the information processing apparatus of the present invention. This schematically shows an operation in which the user inserts the keyboard 3 into the lower space S1.

  In FIG. 8A, the PC main body 2 further includes a detection unit 51. The movement holding unit 64 holds the inner back side surface member 25 movably in the back of the lower space S1.

  The detection unit 51 detects an alternate operation performed by the inner back side surface member 25 as the keyboard 3 is pushed or taken out. Based on the alternate operation, a detection signal 55 indicating whether or not the keyboard 3 has been pushed into the lower space S1 is output to a predetermined circuit or device of the PC main body 2. The detection unit 51 includes a switch 52 that detects an alternate operation performed by the inner back surface member 25, and is connected to a wiring 53 that outputs a detection signal 55 to a predetermined circuit and device of the PC main body 2.

  The inner back side member 25 includes a second switch member 62. The movement holding unit 64 includes a first switch member 61. The first switch member 61 and the second switch member 63 constitute an operation switch 63 that performs an alternate operation (position holding operation). When the keyboard 3 is pushed into the lower space S1, the operation switch 63 is in the first state when the inner back side surface member 25 is pushed, and the first state is fixed. Then, when the keyboard 3 is taken out from the lower space S1, the inner back side surface member 25 is pressed once more, so that the second state is changed from the first state, and the second state is fixed. Based on such operation of the operation switch 63, the inner back side surface member 25 is operated in an alternate manner. An example of such an operation switch is a heart-shaped cam type small switch.

  In the state of Fig.8 (a), the switch 52 of the detection part 51 is OFF. The inner back side surface member 25 is at the end on the opening P1 side on the movement holding portion 64. The operation switch 63 is in the second state. The keyboard 3 is provided with a taper 12 at a lower end portion on the inner surface auxiliary member 21 side when pushed under the upper surface member 29 of the lower space S1. A taper 22 is provided at the end of the inner side auxiliary member 21 on the opening P1 side. The taper 12 is provided so as to correspond to the taper 22. The user lifts the lower end of the front side of the keyboard 3 with the tip of one hand 100 in an attempt to insert the keyboard 3 through the opening P1.

  In the state of FIG. 8A, the keyboard 3 is pushed by the user's one hand 100 from the left side of the figure and inserted into the opening P1. At this time, the protection member 23 prevents the keyboard 3 from contacting the upper surface member 29 and protects the keyboard 3 from the upper surface member 29. When the keyboard 3 advances to the back, the taper 12 of the keyboard 3 and the taper 22 of the inner surface auxiliary member 21 overlap as shown in the figure. Then, the keyboard 3 can smoothly run on the upper part of the inner side surface auxiliary member 21. Thereby, the user can easily advance the keyboard 3 with a light force (with one hand). This state is shown in FIG.

  In the state of FIG. 8B, the user further pushes the keyboard 3 with one hand 100 to advance to the back of the lower space S1. The keyboard 3 is guided by the rotating body 24 on each side between the inner side member 27 on one side and the inner side member 27 on the other side, over the inner side auxiliary member 21 on each side. Go slipping. Then, the inner back side member 25 is reached. At that time, the protection member 11 prevents the keys of the keyboard 3 from colliding with the upper surface member 29 and protects the keys of the keyboard 3. The rotating body 24 prevents both side surfaces and corners of the keyboard 3 from hitting or rubbing against the side surface of the lower space S1, and being prevented from being pushed in or scratched. This state is shown in FIG.

  In the state of FIG. 9A, the user further pushes the keyboard 3 with one hand 100 to advance to the back of the lower space S1. The inner back side surface member 25 is in the position of FIG. The keyboard 3 advances further while pushing the inner back side surface member 25. Thereby, the inner back side surface member 25 moves on the movement holding part 64 against the force of the elastic body. When the inner back side surface member 25 reaches a predetermined position, the switch 52 of the detection unit 51 is turned on, and the detection signal 55 is output to the wiring 53. At that time, the operation switch 63 transitions from the second state to the first state. Thereby, the inner back side surface member 25 is stably fixed by the operation switch 63 at a point (a position corresponding to the first state of the operation switch 63) slightly returned from the innermost part of the lower space S1. This state is shown in FIG. It is desirable that the inner side surface member 25 should not be a burden on the user when the elasticity of the elastic body of the movement holding portion 64 is pressed with one hand 100.

The PC 1 includes a selection function execution unit (program: not shown) and a function table (data: not shown) in a memory (not shown) of the PC 1.
The function table associates ON / OFF of the detection signal 55 with a plurality of functions.
The selection function execution unit is developed in the CPU of the PC 1 and outputs a command for operating a function preset in the function table with reference to the function table based on ON / OFF of the detection signal 55. As a result, it is possible to operate a preset function from various functions by a program related to the function. The setting of each function on the function table can be changed from a predetermined input screen.

When the detection signal 55 is ON, since the keyboard 3 is stored as a preset function, the drive start of the DVD driver (playback of DVD video and music) and the drive start of the CD-ROM driver (CD -Reproduction of ROM video and music), and the state of the PC 1 are all stored in the memory and shut down (or standby).
When the detection signal 55 is OFF, examples of preset functions include the start of a word processor, the start of the Internet, and the reproduction of the state stored in the memory at the time of shutdown (or standby).

  FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a contact portion between the keyboard 3 and the PC main body 2 in the case of FIG. An end portion of the keyboard 3 is placed on the inner surface auxiliary member 21. The side surface of the keyboard 3 is protected by the rotating body 24 and is difficult to directly contact the inner surface member 27. The keys of the keyboard 3 are protected by the protection member 11 and are difficult to directly contact the surface 22 of the upper surface member 29.

  FIGS. 11A and 11B are views showing a part of the operation of FIGS. 8 and 9 as viewed from the lower side of the keyboard 3. FIG. 11 (a) corresponds to a state in the middle of shifting from FIG. 8 (b) to FIG. 9 (a). FIG. 11B corresponds to the state of FIG. Grooves 13 are provided at both front ends of the keyboard 3 (back side: front side in the figure). The inner surface member 27 further includes a guide member 28.

  In the state of FIG. 11A, the keyboard 3 moves on the inner side auxiliary member 21 toward the lower side in the figure. When the keyboard 3 reaches a position where it contacts the inner back side member 25, the inner back side member 25 fixing member 26 is inserted into the groove 13 of the keyboard 3. Thereby, the keyboard 3 is fixed to the inner back side surface member 25. This state is shown in FIG.

  FIGS. 12A and 12B are views showing a state in the vicinity of the groove 13 in FIG. FIG. 12A corresponds to the state immediately before FIG. FIG. 12B corresponds to the state of FIG. In the state of FIG. 12A, the guide member 28 has a taper 38 that forms an inclined surface with respect to the inner surface member 27. The fixing member 26 is normally in an open (tilted) state as shown in the figure by the action of a spring or the like.

  In the state of FIG. 12A, when pressed by the keyboard 3, the inner back side surface member 25 is lowered to the lower side in the figure. At that time, the back surface 36 of the fixing member 26 hits the taper 38. When the inner back side member 25 is further lowered, the fixing member 26 moves along the guide member 28. Accordingly, the fixing member 26 is in a closed (standing) state and is inserted into the groove 13. This state is shown in FIG. Thereby, the keyboard 3 is fixed to the inner back side surface member 25 by the fixing member 26.

  As described above, the user can store the keyboard 3 in the lower space S1 only by lightly pressing the keyboard 3 (with one hand).

In FIG. 9B, when the keyboard 3 is taken out, the operation is the reverse of the above description.
That is, in the state of FIG. 9B, the user slightly pushes the keyboard 3 to slightly advance to the bottom of the lower space S1. Accordingly, when the inner back side surface member 25 reaches a predetermined position, the operation switch 63 transitions from the first state to the second state. When the user stops pressing, the inner back side surface member 25 is released from the operation switch 63 and automatically moves toward the opening P1 by the action of an elastic body such as a spring. The switch 52 of the detection unit 51 is turned off, and the detection signal 55 stops. The keyboard 3 is pushed back toward the opening P <b> 1 by the movement of the inner back side surface member 25. This state is shown in FIG.

  In FIG. 9A, at this time, the PC 1 is designed to form a space S2 into which the tip of a human hand can be placed between the keyboard 3 and the surface of the desk on which the PC 1 is installed. The user can easily take out the keyboard 3 by placing his hand in the space S2 and pulling the keyboard 3. This state is shown in FIG.

  At this time, as in the case where the keyboard 3 is inserted, the protection member 11, the rotating body 24, and the protection member 23 protect the keyboard 3. Due to the taper 12 of the keyboard 3 and the taper 22 of the inner side auxiliary member 21, the keyboard 3 smoothly descends from the upper part of the inner side auxiliary member 21 to the surface on the desk.

  As described above, the user can take out the keyboard 3 from the lower space S1 only by lightly pressing the keyboard 3 and then pulling it lightly (with one hand).

  FIGS. 13A and 13B are views showing a part of the operation of FIG. This corresponds to the state during the transition from FIG. 8A to FIG. When the user tries to insert the keyboard 3 into the lower space S1, the keyboard 3 may not be inserted into the opening P1 in the correct direction and may be inserted from a slightly shifted direction (FIG. 13A). Even in such a case, it is possible to make it face in the correct direction as shown in FIG.

  As described above, the keyboard can be stored and taken out easily and appropriately without damaging the main body of the keyboard. Then, when an information processing apparatus such as a PC is used for viewing a TV or a DVD, the keyboard can be easily stored temporarily and can be easily taken out as necessary.

FIG. 1 is an external view from the front right showing the configuration of the embodiment of the PC of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an external view from the left rear showing the configuration of the embodiment of the PC of the present invention. FIGS. 3A to 3C are views showing the operation of taking out (storing) the keyboard in the embodiment of the PC of the present invention. FIG. 4 is an external view showing the configuration of the embodiment of the keyboard. FIG. 5 is an external view showing a part of the embodiment of the PC main body. 6A and 6B are diagrams showing details of the rotating body. FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating an attachment state of the protection member. FIGS. 8A and 8B are schematic diagrams showing the operation of the embodiment of the information processing apparatus of the present invention. FIGS. 9A and 9B are schematic diagrams showing the operation of the embodiment of the information processing apparatus of the present invention. FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a contact portion between the keyboard and the PC main body in the case of FIG. 9B. FIGS. 11A and 11B are views showing a part of the operations of FIGS. 8 and 9 as viewed from the lower side of the keyboard. 12 (a) and 12 (b) are views showing a state in the vicinity of the groove in FIG. FIGS. 13A and 13B are views showing a part of the operation of FIG. 8 as viewed from below the keyboard.

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1 Personal computer (PC)
2 Personal computer body (PC body)
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 3 Keyboard 4 Storage part 5 Display 8 Infrared light-receiving part 9 Infrared transmission part 11 Protection member 12 Taper 13 Groove 21 Inner side surface auxiliary member 22 Taper 23 Protection member 24 Rotating body 24a Rotating body main body 24b Leaf spring 24c Rotating shaft 25 Inner side surface member 26 fixing member 27 inner surface member 28 guide member 29 upper surface member 36 back surface 38 taper 51 detection unit 52 switch 53 wiring 55 detection signal 61 first switch member 63 second switch member 64 movement holding unit

Claims (10)

An information processing apparatus having an information processing function;
A keyboard for performing wireless communication for input to the information processing apparatus body,
The information processing apparatus main body is:
A first space capable of storing the keyboard having an opening toward the outside;
An inner back side surface member that forms a side surface on the back side when viewed from the opening in the first space, and is moved to a position corresponding to the entrance and exit by entering and exiting the first space of the keyboard;
The inner back side member is
An information processing apparatus, comprising: a fixing unit that fixes the keyboard when the keyboard is pushed deeper than a predetermined position in the first space. An information processing apparatus having an information processing function;
A keyboard for performing wireless communication for input to the information processing apparatus body,
The information processing apparatus main body is:
A first space capable of storing the keyboard having an opening toward the outside;
A first inner surface member forming one side surface of the first space;
A second inner surface member that forms a side surface facing the first inner surface member of the first space;
The first inner surface member is
A plurality of first rotating bodies that are provided along the side surface on the first space side, are held by an elastic body, and are rotatable;
The second inner surface member is
A plurality of second rotating bodies which are provided along side surfaces on the first space side, are held by an elastic body and are rotatable;
The keyboard is guided by the first rotating body and the second rotating body when being pushed between the first inner surface member and the second inner surface member of the first space. . The information processing apparatus according to claim 2,
The first inner surface member is
A first inner surface auxiliary member that protrudes toward the first space;
The second inner surface member is
A second inner surface auxiliary member that protrudes toward the first space;
When the keyboard is pushed under the upper surface member of the first space, one side slides on the first inner surface auxiliary member, and the other side slides on the second inner surface auxiliary member. . The information processing apparatus according to claim 3.
The first inner surface auxiliary member has a first taper on the opening side,
The second inner surface auxiliary member has a second taper on the opening side,
The keyboard is
A third taper provided so as to correspond to the first taper below the first inner surface auxiliary member side when pushed under the upper surface member of the first space;
A fourth taper provided so as to correspond to the second taper, below the second inner surface auxiliary member side when pushed under the upper surface member of the first space;
The keyboard has one side that rides on the first taper with the third taper and slides on the first inner surface auxiliary member, and the other side that rides on the second taper with the fourth taper. An information processing device that slides on auxiliary members. An information processing apparatus having an information processing function;
A keyboard for performing wireless communication for input to the information processing apparatus body,
The information processing apparatus main body is:
A first space capable of storing the keyboard having an opening toward the outside;
An upper surface member forming an upper surface of the first space;
The upper surface member includes a first protective member exposed to the first space in the vicinity of the opening,
When the keyboard is pushed under the upper surface member of the first space, contact with the upper surface member is protected by the first protection member. An information processing apparatus having an information processing function;
A keyboard for performing wireless communication for input to the information processing apparatus body,
The information processing apparatus main body is:
A first space capable of storing the keyboard having an opening toward the outside;
An upper surface member forming an upper surface of the first space;
The keyboard is
A plurality of second protective members higher than the height of the key on the key side surface;
When the keyboard is pushed under the upper surface member of the first space, contact with the upper surface member is protected by the second protection member. An information processing apparatus having an information processing function;
A keyboard for performing wireless communication for input to the information processing apparatus body,
The information processing apparatus main body is:
A first space capable of storing the keyboard having an opening toward the outside;
An upper surface member forming an upper surface of the first space;
The upper surface member includes a metal plate having a predetermined hardness. An information processing apparatus having an information processing function;
A keyboard for performing wireless communication for input to the information processing apparatus body,
The information processing apparatus body includes:
A first space capable of storing the keyboard having an opening toward the outside;
An inner side surface including a second switch member that forms a side surface on the back side when viewed from the opening in the first space and is moved to a position corresponding to the access by the keyboard entering and exiting the first space. A member,
The inner back side surface member is movably held, and includes a movement holding portion including a first switch member,
The first switch member and the second switch member constitute an operation switch that performs an alternate operation, and the operation switch is based on the keyboard being pushed into the first space and the inner back side member being pushed. An information processing apparatus that causes the inner back side member to perform an alternate operation. The information processing apparatus according to claim 8,
The information processing apparatus body includes:
An information processing apparatus, further comprising: a detection unit that outputs a detection signal indicating whether or not the keyboard is pushed into the first space based on an alternate operation of the inner back side surface member. The information processing apparatus according to claim 9,
The information processing apparatus main body is:
A function table associating the detection signal with a plurality of functions operable in the information processing apparatus main body;
An information processing apparatus further comprising: a selection function execution unit that outputs a signal instructing an operation of a function corresponding to the detection signal with reference to the function table based on the detection signal.

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