JP2006287949A - Control method for controlling mobile phone equipment - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To automatically prohibit a telephone conversation or communication using a mobile phone in a telephone conversation or in a communication prohibited area. <P>SOLUTION: When communication prohibition information is received, an automatic answering mode is set and a telephone is turned into a sleep state. When there is no communication prohibition information any more, the telephone is turned into an active state and a silent mode and the automatic answering mode are canceled. Furthermore, when a telephone conversation prohibiting signal is received, the silent mode and the automatic answering mode are automatically set and the telephone is kept in the active state. When there is no telephone conversation prohibition information any more, the silent mode and the automatic answering mode are canceled. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a mobile phone device and a calling device for a mobile phone, and in particular, switches the mobile phone mode to a SLEEP state or a silent state at a specific location, time, situation, environment, etc., and further switches to an answering mode, automatically The present invention relates to a mobile phone technology capable of stopping outgoing calls and a signal transmission device to a mobile phone.

  As mobile phones become widespread, problems due to bad manners and radio waves due to usage of mobile phones are emerging. For example, in consideration of inconvenience to people around you due to the use of mobile phones, announcements requesting the prohibition of using mobile phones in vehicles have been made in transportation systems such as trains and buses, but they are not necessarily protected. Not. In addition, in clinics and hospitals, there are postings and announcements requesting that the mobile phone be turned off, but there are cases where the power is not turned off intentionally or accidentally. Also in theaters, movie theaters, music halls, etc., in consideration of other people's inconvenience, attention should be paid by posting and announcements to turn off the mobile phone power during viewing hours such as theater time, screening time and performance time. Even if they are evoked, they are not always protected. Despite the fact that many accidents have occurred due to the use of mobile phones while driving a car, there are many people who use a mobile phone while driving.

  As described above, in the conventional mobile phone, all actions such as turning off the power of the mobile phone or switching to the answering machine mode are left to the intention of the owner of the mobile phone, so it is not always protected. No. However, the use of a mobile phone not only causes great inconvenience to others, but may also lead to a major accident. For this reason, depending on the specific location, time, situation and environment, the mobile phone may be forcibly turned off. , Need to be in answering mode.

  The object of the present invention is to solve the above-mentioned drawbacks of the prior art and provide a mobile phone that can automatically switch the mode of the mobile phone using information on location, time, situation and the like.

  In order to achieve the above object, in the first invention, when the mobile phone device receives the communication prohibition information, the mobile phone device transmits an answering mode registration request signal, holds the telephone unit in the sleep state, and receives the communication prohibition information. When it disappears, the telephone unit is restored to the operating state, and an answering mode release request signal is transmitted.

  In the second invention, the mobile phone device periodically measures the electric field strength of the radio wave from the first base station and the electric field strength of the radio wave from the second base station, and detects a change in the electric field strength per unit time. If it is detected and it is determined that it is moving, an answering machine mode registration request signal is transmitted, the telephone unit is kept in the sleep state, and when it is no longer detected that the mobile unit is detected, the telephone unit is restored to the operating state. An answering mode release request signal is transmitted.

  In the third invention, when receiving the communication prohibition information specifying the mobile phone, the mobile phone device transmits an answering mode registration request signal, holds the telephone unit in the sleep state, and the communication prohibition information is not received. The telephone unit is restored to the operating state, and an answering mode release request signal is transmitted.

  In the fourth invention, when the mobile phone device enters the specific area, the communication prohibition time zone is input to the mobile phone, and when the communication prohibition time is reached, the answering machine mode registration request signal is transmitted and the telephone unit is set in the sleep state. When the communication prohibition time has elapsed, the telephone unit is restored to the operating state and an answering mode release request signal is transmitted.

  In the fifth invention, the mobile phone device is provided with an odor detection sensor capable of detecting a specific odor, and when the odor sensor detects the specific odor, the area is determined to be a communication prohibited area, An answering machine mode registration request signal is transmitted, the telephone unit is kept in a sleep state, and when the smell is no longer detected, the telephone unit is restored to an operating state and an answering mode release request signal is transmitted.

  In the sixth invention, when the mobile phone device receives the communication prohibition information, the mobile phone device transmits an answering mode registration request signal and performs an emergency call operation by performing a communication prohibition canceling operation in a state where the telephone unit is kept in the sleep state. Set to mode to allow calls to specific destinations.

  In the seventh invention, the mobile phone device includes a camera and an emergency mode switching unit. When the emergency mode switching unit sets the emergency mode, the mobile phone device is automatically photographed by the camera and designated in advance. Sent to address.

  In the eighth invention, the mobile phone device includes an audio signal output means, a speaker that converts the signal from the audio signal output means into sound, and a sound quality deterioration means. An audio deterioration unit is connected between the output unit and the speaker.

  In the ninth invention, the mobile phone device includes charge change data, and when the communication or call prohibition information is received, the setting is automatically changed to a premium charge.

  In the tenth invention, when the cellular phone device receives the call prohibition information, the cellular phone device keeps the telephone unit in an operating state to enter the silent mode and the answering mode. When the call prohibition information is not received, the silent mode and the answering mode are set. Automatically cancels.

  In the tenth invention, the mobile phone device periodically measures the electric field strength of the radio wave from the first base station and the electric field strength of the radio wave from the second base station, and measures the change in the electric field strength per unit time. If it is detected and it is determined that it is moving, the telephone unit is kept in the operating state, and the silent mode and the answering machine mode are set. When the call prohibition information is not received, the silent mode and the answering machine mode are canceled. Do it automatically.

  In the eleventh invention, the mobile phone device is provided with an odor detection sensor capable of detecting a specific odor, and when the specific odor is detected by the odor sensor, the area is determined as a call prohibition area, The telephone unit is kept in the operating state, and the silent mode and the answering machine mode are set. When the smell is not detected, the silent mode and the answering machine mode are automatically canceled.

  In the twelfth invention, when the cellular phone device receives the call prohibition information, the mobile phone device holds the telephone unit in an operating state, and performs an emergency call operation by performing a communication prohibition canceling operation in the silent mode and the answering mode. Set to mode to allow calls to specific destinations.

  As described above, according to the present invention, it is possible to automatically stop a call or communication function in a mobile phone call or communication prohibited area.

  FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing a first embodiment of a mobile phone system. In the figure, the mobile phone 1 exists in a specific area (or a specific location) 2 and can communicate with the first base station 3. When radio waves are transmitted from the mobile phone 1, they are received by the first base station 3, transmitted to the mobile phone system server 4, and transmitted to the other party's mobile phone, stationary phone, etc. via the general public network 5. The If the specific area 2 is an area where use of a mobile phone is prohibited, a Bluetooth (BLUE TOOTH, hereinafter referred to as BT) device 6 is installed in the specific area 2 and communication prohibition information is output from the BT device 6. When receiving the communication prohibition information, the cellular phone 1 automatically sets the cellular phone mode to the answering machine mode and transmits an answering mode registration request signal to the first base station 1. This information is input to the answering machine 7 via the mobile phone system server 4, and the answering machine mode is registered. Thereafter, the mobile phone 1 stops the RF operation. Alternatively, automatic switching to silent mode is performed. The specific area 2 is, for example, a hospital or a theater. In this embodiment, IrDA may be used instead of using the BT device.

  In FIG. 1, in the specific area 2 where communication is prohibited or calls are prohibited, a message indicating that the call cannot be made is displayed on the mobile phone, such as “communication (or call) prohibited area. Further, when the user approaches the specific area 2 where communication or telephone call is prohibited, a message stating “I am near a communication (or telephone call) prohibited area” is displayed. When the mobile phone approaches the specific area 2, the communication (or call) prohibition information gradually increases. When the communication (or call) prohibition information is received at a small level, that is, at a level smaller than a predetermined level, a display indicating that the user is in the vicinity of the specific area 2 may be displayed.

  Further, a BT device 13 is provided outside the specific area 2 and a signal indicating that the specific area 2 is close, that is, a communication (call) prohibition area vicinity information is output. May be displayed. This message may not only be displayed on the display of the mobile phone but also notified to the user by sound, voice, vibration, or the like.

  Note that the answering machine mode refers to taking a call on behalf of the telephone user, sending a message to the other party on behalf of the telephone user, recording the message of the other party, or calling on behalf of the telephone user. And sending a message to the other party on behalf of the telephone user, or taking a telephone call on behalf of the telephone user and recording the other party's message. All of these operations may be performed by the answering machine of the base station or may be performed in the telephone. However, in situations where radio waves should not be emitted, this is done with the answering machine at the base station.

  Further, in FIG. 1, the mobile phone of the automobile driver can be automatically set to the answering machine mode. The mobile phone 8 always communicates with the first base station 3 and the second base station 9. Therefore, when the mobile phone 8 is moved by the automobile 10 or the like, the electric field strength of the radio wave of one base station, for example, the first base station 3, becomes weaker, and the electric field strength of the radio wave of the second base station 9 becomes stronger. By periodically measuring the electric field strength of radio waves and detecting a change in the electric field strength per unit time, it can be known that the mobile phone 8 is moving. If it is determined that the mobile phone is moving, the second mobile phone automatically transmits an answering machine mode registration request and performs answering machine mode registration. After that, it automatically sets to RF stop or silent mode.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of a schematic configuration of the mobile phone. In the figure, a Cdma signal and a GPS signal received by an antenna 21 are input to a Cdma Amp (amplifier) 23 or a GPS Amp (amplifier) 24 communication processor 25 through a transmission / reception selector switch 22, and sound is output from a speaker 26. Or in the case of mail, it is displayed on the LCD 27. The sound from the microphone 28 is output from the antenna 21 through the communication processor 25, the transmission Cdma Amp 29, and the switch 22. The mobile phone is provided with a key 30 for inputting a telephone number or inputting mail characters, and further provided with a memory 31 for recording various functions and telephone numbers. A camera 32 for sending an image may be provided.

  A communication prohibition signal from the BT device 6 is input to the communication processor 25, and by this signal, an answering machine mode registration request is output to register the answering machine mode, and the oscillation of the RF signal is stopped and the mode is switched to the silent mode.

  FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing an embodiment of the processing operation of the mobile phone device. In the figure, in step 301, it is determined whether or not a position information signal has been received from the BT device 6. This operation is repeated when there is no position information signal. If there is a position information signal, it is determined in step 302 whether or not communication prohibition information is included in the position information signal. If there is communication prohibition information, the process proceeds to step 303, where an answering mode registration request signal is transmitted, and in step 304, the telephone unit of the mobile phone is put into a sleep (SLEEP) state, that is, a state in which no radio wave is emitted. Even after the telephone is set to sleep (SLEEP), as shown in step 305, the presence / absence of communication prohibition information is determined. If it is determined in step 305 that there is no communication prohibition information, for example, if the communication is out of the communication prohibition area, the process proceeds to step 306, where the telephone unit is waked up, that is, ready to operate. In step 307, the answering mode release request signal is transmitted, and in step 308, an answering message is received. In this way, it is possible to automatically stop the transmission of the mobile phone in the communication prohibited area and to make the mobile phone ready to make a call again when the communication prohibited area is removed.

  In the present embodiment, the embodiment has been described in which the telephone unit is set in the sleep state based on the communication prohibition information so that communication of all calls and mails cannot be performed. There are areas to allow. For example, there are places where mail is allowed in a movie theater or a theater. In this case, call prohibition information is transmitted from the BT device. In this case, the silent mode and the answering machine mode are the same, but the telephone unit is kept in the operating state. In the answering machine mode, an answering machine mode registration request signal may be transmitted and registered in the answering machine, or the answering machine mode may be set in the mobile phone. In this case, when a phone call is received, it is automatically recorded in the mobile phone. Further, when the user moves out of the call prohibition area and the call prohibition information is not received, the voice recorded in the answering machine mode can be heard. In the silent mode, the key sound is automatically made silent.

  FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram showing a second embodiment of the mobile phone system. In this embodiment, a call of a mobile phone existing in a specific area is automatically prohibited. In the figure, the BT device 401 is installed in a specific area where calls are prohibited. An example of this specific area is a concert hall 402. The communication prohibition information is inserted into a format transmitted next to the pilot of the BT device 401 installed in the concert hall 402 and transmitted. Accordingly, since the communication prohibition information is received by the mobile phone 403a within the reach of the radio wave of the BT device 401, that is, all the mobile phones 403a in the concert hall, all the mobile phones 403a automatically request for answering mode registration. Since the signal is transmitted and the telephone unit enters a sleep (SLEEP) state (the RF unit stops oscillating), it is not possible to make a call on the mobile phone 403a. When the mobile phone 403a is taken out of the communication prohibition area, the mobile phone 403b that is taken out does not receive the communication prohibition information from the BT device 401. Therefore, the RF unit starts to oscillate and the phone unit wakes up. The answering machine mode release request is oscillated, and an answering machine message can be received or a call can be made. In this embodiment, the communication prohibited area is the concert hall 402, but the present invention is not limited to this and can be applied to any other communication prohibited place.

  FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram showing a third embodiment of the mobile phone system, and an example where there are areas where calls are prohibited and areas where calls can be made will be described. In this embodiment, the transportation facility is a train, and a deck 502 capable of talking with a train 501 where talking is prohibited is provided. A BT device 503 is installed in the train 501, communication prohibition information is transmitted from the BT device 503 to each mobile phone 504 in the train 501, and the display (LCD) 504 a of the mobile phone 504 is a communication prohibited area. Is displayed and an answering mode registration request signal is oscillated, and each mobile phone 50 enters a sleep (SLEEP) state. On the other hand, a BT device 505 is installed in the deck 502, and a communication permission signal is output from the BT device 505. Since the mobile phone 506 in the deck 502 can talk, the mobile phone can be used as usual.

  In this embodiment, an infrared transmitter may be used instead of using the BT devices 503 and 505. Further, communication with the first base station 507 or the second base station 508 may be performed via a communication terminal (not shown) provided on the train.

  In this embodiment, instead of using the BT devices 503 and 505, the train moves from the change in the electric field strength of the radio waves received from the first base station 507 and the second base station 508 received by the mobile phone 504 itself. Recognizing that it is in the middle, an answering machine mode registration request signal may be automatically transmitted to put the telephone unit in a sleep (SLEEP) state. In this case, the mobile phone 506 is similarly put in the sleep (SLEEP) state, but it is better to put all the mobile phones in the train in the sleep (SLEEP) state in a train without a deck. This embodiment is useful in this case.

  Next, an example in which the driver's mobile phone is set to the sleep (SLEEP) state during driving of the automobile will be described. FIG. 6 is a schematic view showing a fourth embodiment of the cellular phone system. 6 (a) is a front view of the driver's seat of the vehicle, FIG. 6 (b) is a schematic top view of the vehicle, and only the driver's mobile phone while driving is prohibited from communication. An example of maintaining a normal usable state will be described. In the vehicle of this embodiment, the engine can be started by inserting the driver's license IC card into the IC card insertion slot 601 and turning the engine start key.

  Enter the phone number of the driver's mobile phone in the IC card. Alternatively, the IC card has a function as an ID card, and a user-specific ID number is input. Similarly, an ID number is input to a mobile phone. Therefore, by inserting an IC card or an IC card that also serves as a driver's license into the IC card insertion slot 601, communication is prohibited to the mobile phone 603 having the telephone number or ID number input from the BT device 602 to the IC card. It is transmitted that it is an area. By receiving the communication prohibited area information, the driver's mobile phone transmits an answering machine registration request signal and puts the telephone unit into a sleep (SLEEP) state. Therefore, the driver cannot use the mobile phone 603 while driving. When the engine is stopped, the vehicle speed becomes zero, the parking lamp is turned on and flashed, or the side brake is applied, the BT device 602 is a communication prohibited area. The mobile phone 603 can normally use the mobile phone 603, for example, by sending a request for canceling the answering machine mode and receiving an answering machine message. Since a signal indicating that the communication prohibited area is not transmitted from the BT device 603 to the passenger's mobile phone of the vehicle 604, the passenger's mobile phone in the passenger seat 605 and the rear seat 606 can be used normally.

  Next, an example in which the use of a mobile phone is prohibited only during the screening time in the movie theater will be described. FIG. 7 is a schematic view showing a fifth embodiment of the mobile phone system, FIG. 7 (a) is a schematic view of a movie hall, FIG. 7 (b) is a mobile phone table, and FIG. 7 (c) is a call prohibition. It is a figure which shows a time slot | zone. The mobile phone 701 shown in the figure has a function for using electronic money and a payment function, and purchases an entrance ticket to the movie theater 702 with the mobile phone 701. When the admission ticket is purchased, the ticket ID 704, the screening start time 705, and the screening end time 706 shown in FIG. 7B are stored in the memory 31 from the BT device 703 to the mobile phone 701 (see FIG. 2). The voice message 707 of the answering message for requesting registration is transmitted from the mobile phone 701, and the mobile phone 701 enters the communication inhibition mode 708. In this way, as shown in FIG. 7C, during the movie screening time period, telephone calls or communications (including telephone calls and mail communications) are prohibited.

  As described above, when prohibiting a call (or communication) during the screening time zone, it is convenient to input several response examples to the answering machine of the base station so that different responses can be made depending on the other party. is there. This embodiment will be described below with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 8 is a table showing an example of data necessary for a response in the answering machine mode, FIG. 8A is a table of main data, and FIG. 8B is a table showing an example of response. As shown in FIG. 8A, the address 31 of the other party, name 802, telephone number 803, e-mail address 804, and message level 805 are stored in the memory 31. Further, as shown in FIG. 8B, the memory 31 further stores each message level, for example, five levels. In particular, in the case of a partner that does not require a response, as shown in level 1, the level is particularly “not responding” level 807. Level 2 is level 808 which sends a simple message saying "I can't answer the phone now". Level 3 is level 809 that makes a response prompting the message, such as “I can't answer the phone now. Level 4 is level 810 for contacting the current state, such as “currently watching a movie”. Level 5 is a message to a very close person, and indicates level 811 for notifying when this mobile phone can be used, such as “A movie is being watched. When making a request for answering machine mode registration in the communication prohibited area, the contents of the tables shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B are transmitted, input to the answering machine 7 (see FIG. 1) of the base station, and stored. As a result, even when the mobile phone is in a communication prohibited state, messages of levels 1 to 5 can be selected and transmitted by the other party.

  Next, an example in which a mobile phone is prohibited from communication by smell will be described. FIG. 9 is a schematic view showing a sixth embodiment of the mobile phone system. There is an area that generates a unique odor. In order to make such an area a communication prohibited area, an odor sensor 902 is added to the cellular phone 901, and when an odor of a certain level or more is detected by the odor sensor 902, an answering mode registration request signal is automatically transmitted. When the telephone unit is set in the sleep (SLEEP) state and no odor is detected by the odor sensor 902, for example, when the user goes out of the communication prohibited area 903, the answering mode is automatically canceled. Alternatively, an odor generating device 904 that generates an odor is installed in a communication prohibition area 903 where it is desired to prohibit communication of the mobile phone 901. The odor generated from the odor generating device 904 is, for example, a unique odor, but an odor that gives comfort or calms a person is suitable. An odor sensor 902 for detecting such an odor may be added to the mobile phone 901, and when the odor sensor 902 detects an odor, an answering mode registration may be requested.

  As described above, even in a place where the communication of the mobile phone is prohibited, it is necessary to make an exceptional communication only with a predetermined destination in an emergency. For example, when a disaster occurs or a crime occurs.

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing an embodiment of an emergency call processing operation in a communication prohibited area of a mobile phone. In the figure, in Step 1011, it is determined whether or not a position information signal has been received from the BT device. This operation is repeated when there is no position information signal. If there is a position information signal, it is determined in step 1012 whether or not communication prohibition information is included in the position information signal. If there is communication prohibition information, the process proceeds to step 1013, where an answering machine mode registration request signal is transmitted, and in step 1014, the telephone unit of the mobile phone is put into a sleep (SLEEP) state, that is, a state in which no radio wave is emitted. If an emergency call has occurred, a communication prohibition canceling operation is performed in step 1015. To cancel the communication prohibition, for example, a specific combination of keys is pressed, or a button stored in a place that is not normally touched by the hand is pressed.

  In step 1016, after the mobile phone is set to the self-emergency telephone operation mode, an answering mode release request signal is transmitted in step 1017. In step 1018, the telephone unit is woken up (Wake Up) to start communication.

  Naturally, since the destinations of emergency calls are limited, it is convenient to input the emergency call list in the memory of the mobile phone in advance.

  FIG. 11 is a front view showing the first and second embodiments of the mobile phone, FIG. 11 (a) shows the first embodiment of the mobile phone, and FIG. 11 (b) shows the second embodiment of the mobile phone. It is a front view which shows an example. FIG. 12 is an emergency telephone number table, FIG. 12 (a) is a table showing the first embodiment, and FIG. 12 (b) is a table showing the second embodiment. In order to perform a communication prohibition release operation in an emergency, a specific key 1102 of the mobile phone 1101 shown in FIG. 11A is pressed in a specific order. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 11B, the communication prohibition release button 1104 of the mobile phone 1103 is pressed. As a result, an answering mode release request signal is automatically transmitted, and the telephone unit wakes up.

The tables shown in FIGS. 12A and 12B are displayed on the displays 1105a and 1105b of the mobile phones 1101 and 1103, respectively. In the table shown in FIG. 12A, an abbreviated button number 1106, a telephone number 1107, and mail availability 1108 are displayed. In the mail availability 1108, a circle indicates that it can be used, and a cross indicates that it is used. In the table shown in FIG. 12B, a shortening button 1109 and a telephone number 1110 are displayed. In an emergency, you can call only the phone numbers registered in these tables.

  Furthermore, in an emergency, if the image can be sent, the other party can know the situation more accurately.

  FIG. 13 is a perspective view and a flowchart showing a third embodiment of a mobile phone capable of transmitting an image, FIG. 13 (a) is a perspective view from the front side, and FIG. 12 (b) is from the back side. FIG. A mobile phone 1301 incorporates a camera 1304, and a housing is provided with a communication prohibition release button 1302, a shutter 1303, and a mirror 1305. When shooting an image, the display 1306 is used as a viewfinder.

  FIG. 13C is a flowchart showing the processing operation in the emergency of the mobile phone. By pressing the communication prohibition release button 1302 of the mobile phone 1301, the mobile phone 1301 is switched to the emergency mode in step 1311. When an image is captured by the camera 1304 in step 1312, the image is automatically transmitted to the address designated in step 1313, and the transmission log is automatically deleted in step 1314. Although the step of automatically deleting the transmission log is not necessarily required, it can be said to be a useful function when the behavior is forcibly suppressed.

  In the embodiments so far, in the communication prohibited area, the mobile phone automatically enters the answering machine mode, and the telephone unit is configured to enter the sleep (SLEEP) state. The sound may be difficult to hear.

  FIG. 14 is a block diagram showing a fourth embodiment of a cellular phone according to the present invention. A Cdma signal received via an antenna 1401 is sent to a communication processor via a transmission / reception selector switch 1402 and a Cdma Amp (amplifier) 1403. 1404 is input. A switch 1406 selects between the communication processor 1404 and the speaker 1405 via the attenuator 1407 or direct connection. The switch 1406 is switched by the user ID management device 1409. In the user management apparatus 1409, a user ID 1410, a communication prohibited area flag 1411, and fee data 1412 are recorded.

  In this embodiment, when the mobile phone is in the communication prohibited area, the switch 1406 is connected to the attenuator 1407 side by the communication prohibited area flag 1411. Accordingly, since the received sound is output from the speaker 1405 in a attenuated state, the sound is poor in sound quality and volume.

  In the emergency telephone mode, the communication prohibited area flag 1411 is not output, and the switch is directly connected to the speaker 1405, so that normal voice can be heard.

  Note that audio is transmitted from the antenna 1401 through the Cdma Amp 1413 and the switch 1402.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an embodiment of the processing operation of the mobile phone shown in FIG. In the figure, in step 1501, it is determined whether or not a position information signal has been received from the BT device. This operation is repeated when there is no position information signal. If there is a position information signal, it is determined in step 1502 whether or not communication prohibition information is included in the position information signal. If there is communication prohibition information, the process proceeds to step 1503, and a signal for setting a flag indicating that the communication prohibition area is set is transmitted. Next, the process proceeds to step 1504, and the switch 1406 is connected to the attenuator 1407, so that the voice quality of the call passing through the attenuator 1407 is poor. After the call in step 1504, the presence / absence of communication prohibition information is determined in step 1505. If communication prohibition information is present, the presence / absence of communication prohibition information is always determined in this step. If there is no communication prohibition information in step 1505, the process proceeds to step 1506, and a signal for canceling the communication prohibition area flag is transmitted. By transmitting this in-prohibition-area flag release signal, the switch 1406 is directly connected to the speaker 1405 without passing through the attenuator 1407, and a high-quality voice call can be heard.

  When communication or a call is performed in the communication prohibited area, the sound quality is deteriorated through the attenuator 1407, but the call charge may be increased instead of deteriorating the sound quality.

  FIG. 16 is a block diagram showing the fifth embodiment of the cellular phone. Compared with the embodiment of FIG. 14, the switch 1406 and the attenuator 1407 are deleted, and the charge data 1412 contains a call in the communication prohibited area. Software that increases the price is incorporated. Therefore, if there is a signal for setting the in-communication prohibited area flag 1411, the call charge is automatically increased.

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing an embodiment of the processing operation of the mobile phone shown in FIG. Compared with the flowchart of FIG. 15, a difference is that step 1701 is provided instead of step 1504 of FIG. 15. In the figure, steps 1501 to 1503 are the same as those in FIG. When a signal for setting a flag indicating that it is in the communication prohibited area is transmitted in step 1503, it is displayed on the mobile phone display that communication or call charge will be increased. Since the setting is changed, a communication charge is increased when a call (communication including a call or mail in some cases) is performed in the communication prohibited area. Next, steps 1505 and 1506 are the same as those in FIG.

  The communication prohibited area includes an area where both mobile phone calls and mails are prohibited, and an area where calls are prohibited but mails are allowed. In an area where communication and communication are prohibited as in a hospital, it is necessary to stop the oscillation of the RF unit and put the telephone unit into a sleep (SLEEP) state. When a call is prohibited but communication (email) is permitted as in a movie theater, the silent mode is set, but the RF unit continues to oscillate and mail can be sent. Even in the same place, for example, a movie theater, both calling and communication may be prohibited, or only calling may be prohibited. Therefore, depending on the place, the mobile phone may be set to silent mode and the RF unit may continue to oscillate; It is preferable to be able to select the case where the telephone unit is completely put into sleep (SLEEP). When a BT device is used, either one may be selected according to a signal transmitted from the BT device.

  As described above, according to the present invention, it is not necessary for the user to operate the mobile phone use prohibited area (area), and the mobile phone can be switched on / off. In addition, it is possible to prevent accidents caused by lack of concentration due to the use of mobile phones and to improve manners.

It is the schematic which shows the 1st Example of a mobile telephone system. It is a block diagram which shows one Example of schematic structure of a mobile telephone. It is a flowchart which shows one Example of the processing operation of a mobile telephone apparatus. It is the schematic which shows the 2nd Example of a mobile telephone system. It is the schematic which shows the 3rd Example of a mobile telephone system. It is the schematic which shows the 4th Example of a mobile telephone system. It is the schematic which shows the 5th Example of a mobile telephone system. It is a table which shows the example of data required for the response in answering machine mode. It is the schematic which shows the 6th Example of a mobile telephone system. It is a flowchart which shows one Example of the emergency call process operation in the communication prohibition area of a mobile phone. It is a front view which shows the 1st, 2nd Example of a mobile telephone. It is an emergency telephone number table. It is the perspective view which shows the 3rd Example of the mobile phone which can transmit an image, and its flowchart. It is a block diagram which shows the 4th Example of a mobile telephone. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of processing operations of the mobile phone shown in FIG. It is a block diagram which shows the 5th Example of a mobile telephone. FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing an example of processing operations of the mobile phone shown in FIG. 16. FIG.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1, 8, 403a, 403b ... Mobile phone, 2 ... Specific area, 3, 9 ... Base station, 4 ... Mobile phone system server, 6, 401 ... Blue, Tooth (BT) apparatus, 7 ... Answering machine, 22 ... Switch , 23, 29 ... Cdma Amp, 24 ... GPS Amp, 25 ... Communication processor, 26 ... Speaker, 27 ... LCD, 28 ... Microphone, 30 ... Key, 31 ... Memory, 32, 1304 ... Camera, 504a ... Display, 601 ... IC card insertion slot, 1406 ... switch, 1407 ... attenuator.

Claims (30)

  A mobile phone characterized in that when the communication prohibition information is received, the telephone unit is kept in a sleep state, and when the communication prohibition information is not received, the telephone unit is restored to an operating state and an answering mode release request signal is transmitted apparatus.   2. The mobile phone device according to claim 1, wherein the telephone unit is kept in a sleep state after sending an answering mode registration request signal.   3. The mobile phone device according to claim 1, wherein a warning that the communication prohibited area is near is generated when the communication prohibited information is smaller than a predetermined value.   A mobile phone device that generates a warning with any of characters, sounds, and vibrations when receiving information on the vicinity of a communication prohibited area.   3. The mobile phone device according to claim 1, wherein when the communication permission signal is received, the telephone unit is restored to an operating state.   3. The cellular phone device according to claim 2, wherein when a communication permission signal is received, the telephone unit is restored to an operating state and an answering mode release request signal is transmitted.   Periodically measure the electric field strength of the radio wave from the first base station and the electric field strength of the radio wave from the second base station, detect changes in the electric field strength per unit time, and determine that it is moving Then, an answering machine mode registration request signal is transmitted, the telephone unit is kept in a sleep state, and when it is no longer detected that the mobile unit is moving, the telephone unit is restored to an operating state and an answering machine mode release request signal is transmitted. A mobile phone device characterized by the above.   When the communication prohibition information specifying the mobile phone is received, an answering machine mode registration request signal is transmitted, the telephone unit is kept in the sleep state, and when the communication prohibition information is not received, the telephone unit is restored to the operating state, A cellular phone device that transmits an answering mode release request signal.   When entering the specific area, the communication prohibited time zone is input to the mobile phone, and when the communication prohibited time is reached, an answering machine mode registration request signal is transmitted and the telephone unit is kept in the sleep state. A cellular phone device that restores the telephone unit to an operating state and transmits an answering mode release request signal.   10. The mobile phone device according to claim 2, 7, 8 or 9, wherein when the answering machine mode registration request signal is transmitted, a response content corresponding to the telephone number, message level and message level of the other party is transmitted. Mobile phone device.   An odor detection sensor capable of detecting a specific odor is provided, and when the specific odor is detected by the odor sensor, the area is determined to be a communication prohibited area, an answering mode registration request signal is transmitted, and a telephone unit Is kept in a sleep state, and when the smell is no longer detected, the telephone unit is restored to an operating state, and an answering mode release request signal is transmitted.   When the communication prohibition information is received, an answering machine mode registration request signal is transmitted, and the communication prohibition cancel operation is performed while the telephone unit is kept in the sleep state. A cellular phone device characterized in that a telephone call can be made.   13. The mobile phone device according to claim 12, wherein a communication prohibition release button is provided, and the emergency telephone operation mode is set by pressing the communication prohibition release button.   A portable device comprising a camera and an emergency mode switching means, wherein when the emergency mode switching means sets the emergency mode, the camera automatically takes a picture and transmits it to a predetermined address. Telephone device.   15. The mobile phone device according to claim 14, wherein the transmission log is automatically deleted.   An audio signal output unit, a speaker that converts a signal from the audio signal output unit into audio, and a sound quality deterioration unit are provided. When communication or call prohibition information is received, audio deterioration occurs between the audio output unit and the speaker. A mobile phone device characterized by connecting means.   A mobile phone device comprising charge change data, wherein when a communication or call prohibition information is received, the setting is automatically changed to a premium charge.   When the call prohibition information is received, the telephone unit is kept in an operating state, and the silent mode is set. When the call prohibition information is not received, the silent mode and the answering mode are automatically canceled. Mobile phone device.   19. The mobile phone device according to claim 18, wherein the mobile phone device transmits an answering mode registration request signal.   20. The mobile phone device according to claim 18, wherein when the call prohibition information is smaller than a predetermined value, a warning that the call prohibition area is near is generated.   A mobile phone device that generates a warning by one of characters, sounds, and vibrations when receiving information on the vicinity of a call prohibition area.   20. The mobile phone device according to claim 18, wherein when a call permission signal is received, the phone unit is restored to an operating state.   20. The mobile phone device according to claim 19, wherein when a call permission signal is received, the telephone unit is restored to an operating state and an answering mode release request signal is transmitted.   Periodically measure the electric field strength of the radio wave from the first base station and the electric field strength of the radio wave from the second base station, detect changes in the electric field strength per unit time, and determine that it is moving Then, the mobile phone is characterized in that the telephone unit is kept in an operating state to enter the silent mode and the answering machine mode, and when the call prohibition information is not received, the silent mode and the answering machine mode are automatically canceled. apparatus.   When an odor detection sensor capable of detecting a specific odor is provided, and the specific odor is detected by the odor sensor, the area is determined to be a call-prohibited area, the telephone unit is kept in an operating state, and silent A cellular phone device, wherein the silent mode and answering mode are automatically canceled when the odor is no longer detected when the mode and answering mode are set.   When the call prohibition information is received, the telephone unit is kept in the operation state, and in the silent mode and the answering machine mode, the communication prohibition release operation is performed to set the emergency call operation mode, and to the specific destination. A cellular phone device characterized in that a telephone call can be made.   26. The mobile phone device according to claim 25, wherein a communication prohibition release button is provided, and the emergency telephone operation mode is set by pressing the communication prohibition release button.   A transmission device installed in a communication or call prohibition area and transmitting a communication or call prohibition signal to a mobile phone.   A transmission device installed in a communication or call prohibition vehicle and transmitting a communication or call prohibition signal to a mobile phone. A transmitting device installed in an area where communication or call is possible, receiving communication or call prohibition information, and transmitting a communication or call permission signal to a mobile phone in which communication or call is prohibited.

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