JP2021010111A - Information processing device, information processing method, program - Google Patents

Abstract

To enable settings of an imaging device to be easily saved and reflected in the imaging device.SOLUTION: First setting saving processing for saving a first setting information group of an imaging device into a storage medium and first setting transfer processing for transferring the saved first setting information group into the imaging device are performed. Further, second setting saving processing for saving a second setting information group into the storage medium and processing for transferring the saved second setting information group into the imaging device are performed. In user interface controller processing, an input of path information is requested when the second setting transfer processing is performed, and the request on the path information is not performed when the first setting transfer processing is performed.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 22

Description

The present technology relates to an information processing apparatus, an information processing method, and a program, and particularly to a process for handling setting information of an imaging apparatus.

In an imaging device (still camera or video camera), the user can make various settings according to the purpose of imaging, imaging environment, subject, preference, etc. by selecting the contents and numerical values of each setting item from the menu. it can.
For example, the user can arbitrarily set the exposure setting, shutter speed setting, mode setting related to imaging operation, white balance setting, color setting related to image processing, setting related to image effect, custom key setting and display setting related to operability, etc. It is possible to do.
Regarding communication, there is also an FTP (File Transfer Protocol) setting for use as a network camera.

The following patent documents disclose a technique for transferring setting information from one camera to the other.

JP-A-2017-138777

By the way, in the case of a skilled photographer such as a professional photographer, in many cases, various settings are used properly according to the situation and purpose to perform imaging. There are a wide variety of settings.
Therefore, it is difficult for the user himself / herself to memorize the setting contents that he / she feels optimal in various situations. In addition, it may take a long time to prepare for imaging by performing an operation for setting the optimum setting state according to the situation, or it may become extremely troublesome.

Therefore, this technology provides an environment in which various settings can be easily handled for users who use various settings properly, and also enables information security to be ensured as necessary.

The information processing apparatus according to the present technology includes a first setting storage processing unit that performs storage processing of the first setting information group of the imaging device in a storage medium, and the first setting storage processing unit that stores the first setting information group in the storage medium. 1 Storage processing of the first setting transfer processing unit that performs processing to transfer the setting information group to the imaging device and the second setting information group based on the setting information of the imaging device that is not included in the first setting information group in the storage medium. The second setting storage processing unit that performs the process of transferring the second setting information group stored in the storage medium by the second setting storage processing unit to the image pickup apparatus, and the first setting transfer processing unit. User interface processing for saving the setting information group, transferring the first setting information group, saving the second setting information group, and transferring the second setting information group is performed, and the second setting is performed. A user interface control unit that requires input of path information when operating the transfer process of the information group and does not request the path information when operating the transfer process of the first setting information group. To be equipped with.
The "setting" of the image pickup device is a general term for various items that can be arbitrarily set by the user on the setting screen on the menu of the image pickup device. For example, there are various setting items such as white balance setting, shutter speed setting, F value setting, custom button setting, and communication setting. The first setting information group and the second setting information group are separated as information such as these various setting items and their setting values. Then, the information processing device performs the storage process and the transfer process for the first setting information group and the storage process and the transfer process for the second setting information group, respectively. In this case, a request for path information is made in the operation process of the transfer process for the second setting information group.
The "path information" is a general term for code information, identification information, authentication information, etc. that are input to proceed with processing. Generally, passwords for numbers and character strings are applicable. Further, the path information includes, for example, registered user identification information and user-specific information for, for example, face authentication, voiceprint authentication, pupil authentication, fingerprint authentication, and the like.

In the above-mentioned information processing apparatus, the user interface control unit requests the setting of path information at the time of the operation of the saving process of the second setting information group, and operates the transfer processing of the second setting information group. At that time, it is conceivable to request the input of the path information set at the time of the saving process of the second setting information group.
In this case, the user is requested to set the path information in the operation process of the saving process for the second setting information group. Make this path information required during the transfer process.

In the above-mentioned information processing device, the user interface control unit presents model identification information of the image pickup device during communication connection in the operation process related to the storage process by the first setting storage processing unit or the second setting storage processing unit. It is conceivable to do.
The model identification information of the image pickup device is information that allows the user to identify the model, such as the manufacturer name, model number, and common name of the image pickup device.

In the above-mentioned information processing device, the user interface control unit acquires and stores the user interface control unit from the image pickup device during communication connection in the operation process related to the storage process by the first setting storage processing unit or the second setting storage processing unit. It is conceivable that the user input of the setting information group name for the setting information group is possible.
It is possible to give an arbitrary setting information group name to the setting information group which is the first setting information group or the second setting information group to be saved.

In the above-mentioned information processing apparatus, the first setting storage processing unit or the second setting storage processing unit may be used in the first setting information group or the second setting information group when the storage process is performed on the storage medium. At least one of the setting information group name, the save date / time information, the model identification information of the image pickup device that reads out the setting information group, and the firmware version information of the image pickup device that reads out the setting information group is associated with a certain setting information group. It is conceivable to save it.
When saving the setting information group which is the first setting information group or the second setting information group, the setting information group name, the save date / time information, the model discrimination information, and the firmware version information are associated with each other.

In the above-mentioned information processing device, the user interface control unit is the first setting information group to be transferred by the first setting transfer processing unit, or the second setting target to be transferred by the second setting transfer processing unit. Regarding the setting information group, it is conceivable to present at least one of the setting information group name, the save date / time information, the model identification information of the corresponding image pickup device, and the firmware version information of the corresponding image pickup device.
For example, on the selection screen of the setting information group to be transferred, the setting information group name, save date / time information, model discrimination information, and firmware version information are presented for each setting information group.

In the above-mentioned information processing device, the user interface control unit presents model identification information of the image pickup device during communication connection in the operation process related to the transfer processing by the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit. It is conceivable to do.
For example, on the selection screen of the setting information group to be transferred, the image pickup device currently connected to the communication is clearly indicated.

In the above-mentioned information processing device, the user interface control unit is the first setting information group to be transferred by the first setting transfer processing unit, or the first setting transfer processing unit to be transferred by the second setting transfer processing unit. Among the two setting information groups, it is conceivable to clearly present the setting information group suitable for one or more imaging devices connected by communication.
For example, on the selection screen of the setting information group to be transferred, the setting information group that can be transferred to the image pickup device currently connected to the communication to reflect the setting is specified.

In the above-mentioned information processing device, the user interface control unit causes the first setting information group stored in the storage medium by the first setting storage processing unit or the second setting storage processing unit to store the information in the storage medium. It is conceivable to enable the deletion operation for the second setting information group and to present information regarding the use of the setting information group to be deleted in the process of the deletion operation.
The usage information includes the number of transfers of the setting information group, the transfer history, the latest transfer date and time, the save date and time, the compatible model, the image captured by the setting, etc., and the user particularly determines whether or not the setting information group can be deleted. This is information that will be helpful when you do this.

In the above-mentioned information processing device, it is conceivable that the first setting storage processing unit performs a storage process for collectively storing all the setting information corresponding to the first setting information group in the image pickup device connected by communication in a storage medium. Be done.
The setting information includes setting items as various settings, values of setting items (setting values), menu configurations, and the like. The setting items in the first setting information group, the setting values of each setting item, the menu configuration, etc. are collectively saved by one operation (series).

In the above-mentioned information processing device, it is conceivable that the second setting storage processing unit performs a storage process for collectively storing all the setting information corresponding to the second setting information group in the image pickup device connected by communication to the storage medium. Be done.
The setting items in the second setting information group, the setting values of each setting item, the menu structure, etc. are collectively saved by one operation (series).

In the above-mentioned information processing device, the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit transfers all the setting information in the setting information group selected as the transfer target to the image pickup device connected by communication. It is conceivable to perform a transfer process for batch transfer.
The setting items in the first setting information group or the second setting information group, the setting values of each setting item, the menu configuration, etc. are collectively transferred to the image pickup device in communication by one operation (series).

In the above-mentioned information processing apparatus, when a plurality of imaging devices are connected by communication, the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit may contact the plurality of imaging devices connected by communication. It is conceivable to perform a transfer process for batch transfer of all the setting items in the setting information group targeted for the transfer process.
The setting items in the first setting information group or the second setting information group, the setting values of each setting item, the menu configuration, and the like are collectively transferred to a plurality of imaging devices by one operation (series).

In the above-mentioned information processing device, when a plurality of image pickup devices are connected by communication, the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit displays a group of setting information targeted for transfer processing. It is conceivable to perform the transfer process so that the setting information group is reflected in the compatible imaging device.
The first setting information group or the second setting information group is transferred to a plurality of imaging devices, but the imaging device that cannot reflect the transferred setting information group is made invalid information or is not transferred. ..

In the above-mentioned information processing apparatus, it is conceivable that the first setting information group includes setting items for custom key setting.
The custom key setting is a setting in which a predetermined button or the like of the image pickup apparatus 1 is assigned to a desired operation function by the user.

In the above-mentioned information processing apparatus, it is conceivable that the first setting information group includes information on settable items of the custom menu and set values of each settable item.
The custom menu setting is a setting in which the user arbitrarily assigns setting items as the menu screen of the image pickup apparatus 1.

In the above-mentioned information processing apparatus, it is conceivable that the second setting information group includes a setting item as an FTP setting of the imaging apparatus.
Since the FTP setting is a setting related to communication with an external server or the like, it is included in the second setting information group.

In the above-mentioned information processing device, the setting item as the FTP setting of the imaging device is the second setting information group, and all the setting items other than the setting item as the FTP setting are the first setting information group. Can be considered.
The first setting information group and the second setting information group are separated by all the settings (camera settings) except the FTP setting and the FTP setting.

The information processing method according to the present technology includes a first setting saving process for storing the first setting information group of the image pickup apparatus in a storage medium and the first setting saved in the storage medium by the first setting saving process. The first setting transfer process for transferring the information group to the image pickup device and the second setting information group based on the setting information of the image pickup device not included in the first setting information group are stored in the storage medium. The second setting transfer process, the first setting storage process, the first setting storage process, and the second setting transfer process, which performs a process of transferring the second setting information group saved in the storage medium by the second setting storage process to the image pickup apparatus. The user interface processing for the 1 setting transfer processing, the 2nd setting saving processing, and the 2nd setting transfer processing is performed, and the input of path information is requested at the time of the operation of the 2nd setting transfer processing. 1 The information processing apparatus executes a user interface control process that prevents a request for path information from being made during the operation of the setting transfer process.
This realizes an environment in which it is easy for the user to save / reflect the setting information of the imaging device.
The program according to the present technology is a program that causes an information processing apparatus to execute a process corresponding to such an information processing method.
As a result, the storage / transfer (reflection in the image pickup apparatus) of the setting information of the present disclosure can be executed by various information processing apparatus.

It is explanatory drawing of the outline of storage / transfer of setting information of embodiment of this technique. It is a block diagram of the image pickup apparatus which communicates in embodiment. It is a block diagram of the information processing apparatus of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the functional structure of the information processing apparatus of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the screen transition to the setting save / reflection screen of an embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the transition to the setting save screen of an embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the screen transition at the time of transfer of the camera setting of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the screen transition at the time of editing a camera setting of an embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the screen transition at the time of the deletion of the camera setting of an embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the screen example at the time of the deletion of the camera setting of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the screen transition to the FTP setting save / reflection screen of an embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the transition to the FTP setting save screen of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the screen transition at the time of transfer of the FTP setting of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the screen transition at the time of editing of the FTP setting of an embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the screen transition at the time of the deletion of the FTP setting of an embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of another example of the top screen of embodiment. It is a flowchart of the save / transfer process of the camera setting of embodiment. It is a flowchart of the save / transfer process of the camera setting of embodiment. It is a flowchart of the save / transfer process of the camera setting of embodiment. It is a flowchart of the transfer process of the camera setting of embodiment. It is a flowchart of the save / transfer process of the FTP setting of embodiment. It is a flowchart of the save / transfer process of the FTP setting of embodiment. It is a flowchart of the save / transfer process of the FTP setting of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the example of the list display of the setting information group of an embodiment.

Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in the following order.
<1. Overview of saving and transferring settings>
<2. Imaging device configuration>
<3. Information processing device configuration>
<4. User interface screen transition>
<5. Processing example>
<6. Summary and modification>

The terms "preservation,""transfer," and "reflection" used in the present disclosure have the following meanings.
"Preservation" means to store the setting information of the image pickup apparatus in a storage medium outside the image pickup apparatus.
"Transfer" means transmitting the setting information stored in the storage medium outside the imaging device to the imaging device (original imaging device or other imaging device).
“Reflect” means updating the setting so that the setting information received by the image pickup apparatus side becomes the current setting by the above-mentioned “transfer”. That is, it means that the user can use the image pickup device in the set state based on the transferred setting information.

<1. Overview of saving and transferring settings>
FIG. 1 shows the image pickup devices 1A, 1B, 1C and the information processing device 2.

The image pickup devices 1A, 1B, and 1C exemplify various image pickup devices as a video camera and a still camera, and hereinafter, these are collectively referred to as "imaging device 1".

The information processing device 2 exemplifies a portable terminal device such as a smart phone here.
As specific examples of the information processing device, various examples such as a personal computer device, a tablet type information processing device, a mobile phone device, a game device, an audio device, a video device, a communication device, a television device, and a server device are assumed. Will be done. Any device capable of performing calculations as information processing, for example, a device incorporating a microcomputer can be realized as the information processing device of the present disclosure.

The image pickup devices 1A, 1B, 1C and the information processing device 2 are used for short-range wireless communication such as WI-FI (registered trademark) communication, NFC (Near Field Communication), Bluetooth (Bluetooth: registered trademark), infrared communication, or wired communication. Information communication is possible with each other through connection communication and the like.

In such a communication environment, the user can collectively store setting information such as setting states of various setting items set in the image pickup apparatus 1 in the information processing apparatus 2.

There are various types of setting information.
Settings related to the imaging operation of the imaging device 1 include, for example, exposure-related settings (F value setting, shutter speed setting, ISO sensitivity setting), strobe light emission setting, subject tracking setting, mode setting related to the imaging operation, and the like.
Settings related to image processing of the image pickup apparatus 1 include, for example, white balance setting, sharpness setting, color setting, image effect setting, mode setting related to image processing, and the like.

Settings related to the operability of the image pickup apparatus include, for example, custom key settings, custom menu settings, display content settings, and the like.
The custom key setting is a setting in which the user assigns (assigns) an arbitrary operation function to a predetermined key (custom key) provided in the imaging device.
A custom menu is a unique menu page that collects setting items that users often use, such as "My Menu". Such custom menu settings include setting items included in the menu and page layout.
The display content setting is, for example, a setting of the content to be displayed on the display or the viewfinder of the image pickup apparatus.

There is an FTP (File Transfer Protocol) setting as a setting related to communication of the image pickup apparatus.
The FTP settings include setting information such as the address of the communication destination (server, etc.), the ID for communication, the password, and the communication type.
Of course, there are settings other than the above.

For example, as described above, the image pickup apparatus 1 has various settings that allow the user to select the contents. In the present embodiment, all or a part of these various settings are divided into a first setting information group and a second setting information group, and the setting information groups can be collectively stored in the information processing device 2. ..
As will be described later, the first setting information group is a setting information group in which a password is not required for transfer, and the second setting information group is a setting information group in which a password is required (or a password can be requested) for transfer. ..

In the following description, various settings as FTP settings will be referred to as a second setting information group, and all other settings will be referred to as a first setting information group.
That is, it is assumed that the setting information group including almost all the settings of the image pickup apparatus 1 is the first setting information group, and the FTP setting will be described as the second setting information group.
When the first setting information group and the second setting information group are collectively referred to as "setting information group".

It is conceivable that various setting information is distributed to either the first setting information group or the second setting information group.
For example, the setting related to the imaging operation and the setting related to image processing are set as the first setting information group, and the setting related to operability and the FTP setting are set as the second setting information group.
Further, not all of the settings (items and contents that can be selected by the user) of the image pickup apparatus 1 are necessarily the targets of storage / transfer in the present embodiment, and some of the settings are the first setting information group. And may be distributed to the second setting information group.
For example, the setting related to the imaging operation is not included in either the first setting item group or the second setting item group, and the setting related to image processing and the setting related to operability are set as the first setting information group, and the FTP setting is set as the second setting information group. And so on.

In this way, the distribution of the first setting information group and the second setting information group is various, but in the following, the first setting information group is set to almost all the settings of the image pickup apparatus 1, and the FTP setting is set to the second setting information group. According to the example, the settings of the first setting information group are also collectively referred to as "camera settings", and the second setting information group is also referred to as "FTP settings".

In FIG. 1, the setting information group is transmitted from the image pickup apparatus 1 to the information processing apparatus 2 by the arrow Y1. The setting information group (first setting item group or second setting information group) in the image pickup apparatus 1 is transmitted to the information processing apparatus 2 by the user's operation and stored in the storage medium 5A included in the information processing apparatus 2.
The storage medium 5A is assumed to be a non-volatile storage medium such as a flash memory built in the information processing device 2 or a storage medium such as a non-volatile memory card that can be attached to the information processing device 2. Of course, the storage medium 5A may be in any form, such as a solid-state memory medium, a disk-shaped storage medium, or a tape-shaped storage medium, as long as the information processing device 2 can write / read information.

The information processing device 2 can transfer the setting information group stored in the storage medium 5A to the image pickup device 1A as shown by the arrow Y2.
In the image pickup apparatus 1A, the received setting information group is reflected in the current setting. That is, the image pickup apparatus 1A can receive the setting information group stored in the storage medium 5A in the past and reproduce the setting state.
Therefore, the user transmits the setting information group of the image pickup device 1A at a certain time point to the information processing device 2 and stores it in the storage medium 5A, and then reflects the setting information group on the image pickup device 1A at an arbitrary time point. Imaging can be performed in the set state.

Further, the setting information group stored in the storage medium 5A can be transferred and reflected not only to the original imaging device 1A but also to other imaging devices 1B, 1C and the like as shown by arrows Y3 and Y4.
Therefore, the user can set the image pickup devices 1B and 1C in the same setting state as the image pickup device 1A by performing the operation of saving / transferring the settings performed in the image pickup apparatus 1A, for example. Alternatively, the past settings made by the imaging device 1A can be reflected in the current imaging devices 1A, 1B, and 1C. These are very useful when it is desired to use a plurality of imaging devices 1 at the same time with the same settings.

FIG. 1 further shows the network 6 and the server device 4.
The network 6 is assumed to be, for example, the Internet, a home network, a LAN (Local Area Network), a satellite communication network, and various other networks.
The server device 4 is assumed to be a cloud server, a home server, a personal computer, or the like.
The information processing device 2 may transmit the setting information group to the server device 4 via the network 6 and store the setting information group in the storage medium 5B accessible to the server device 4.

<2. Imaging device configuration>
A configuration example of the image pickup apparatus 1 will be described with reference to FIG.
The image pickup device 1 includes, for example, a lens system 11, an image sensor unit 12, a camera signal processing unit 13, a recording control unit 14, a display unit 15, an output unit 16, an operation unit 17, a camera control unit 18, a memory unit 19, and a driver unit 22. , Has a sensor unit 23.

The lens system 11 includes a lens such as a cover lens, a zoom lens, and a focus lens, and an aperture mechanism. Light from the subject (incident light) is guided by the lens system 11 and focused on the image sensor unit 12.

The image sensor unit 12 includes, for example, an image sensor 12a (imaging element) such as a CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) type or a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) type.
In the image sensor unit 12, for example, CDS (Correlated Double Sampling) processing, AGC (Automatic Gain Control) processing, etc. are executed on the electric signal obtained by photoelectric conversion of the light received by the image sensor 12a, and further A / D. (Analog / Digital) Perform conversion processing. Then, the image pickup signal as digital data is output to the camera signal processing unit 13 and the camera control unit 18 in the subsequent stage.

The camera signal processing unit 13 is configured as an image processing processor by, for example, a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) or the like. The camera signal processing unit 13 performs various signal processing on the digital signal (captured image signal) from the image sensor unit 12. For example, as a camera process, the camera signal processing unit 13 performs preprocessing, simultaneous processing, YC generation processing, resolution conversion processing, codec processing, and the like.

In the preprocessing, the captured image signal from the image sensor unit 12 is clamped to clamp the black levels of R, G, and B to a predetermined level, and correction processing between the color channels of R, G, and B is performed. Do.
In the simultaneous processing, a color separation processing is performed so that the image data for each pixel has all the color components of R, G, and B. For example, in the case of an image sensor using a Bayer array color filter, demosaic processing is performed as color separation processing.
In the YC generation process, a luminance (Y) signal and a color (C) signal are generated (separated) from the image data of R, G, and B.
In the resolution conversion process, the resolution conversion process is executed on the image data subjected to various signal processing.

In the codec processing, for example, coding processing for recording and communication, and file generation are performed on the image data subjected to the above various processing. For example, an image file is generated as an MP4 format used for recording MPEG-4 compliant video / audio. It is also conceivable to generate files in formats such as JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group), TIFF (Tagged Image File Format), and GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) as still image files.

The recording control unit 14 records and reproduces, for example, a recording medium using a non-volatile memory. The recording control unit 14 performs a process of recording an image file such as moving image data or still image data, a thumbnail image, or the like on a recording medium, for example.
The actual form of the recording control unit 14 can be considered in various ways. For example, the recording control unit 14 may be configured as a flash memory built in the image pickup device 1 and a write / read circuit thereof, or a recording medium that can be attached to and detached from the image pickup device 1, such as a memory card (portable flash memory, etc.). ) May be in the form of a card recording / playback unit that performs recording / playback access. Further, it may be realized as an HDD (Hard Disk Drive) or the like as a form built in the image pickup apparatus 1.

The display unit 15 is a display unit that displays various displays to the imager, and is, for example, a display such as a liquid crystal panel (LCD: Liquid Crystal Display) or an organic EL (Electro-Luminescence) display arranged in the housing of the image pickup device 1. It is used as a display panel or viewfinder depending on the device.
The display unit 15 causes various displays to be executed on the display screen based on the instruction of the camera control unit 18.
For example, the display unit 15 displays a reproduced image of image data read from the recording medium by the recording control unit 14.
Further, the display unit 15 is supplied with image data of the captured image whose resolution has been converted by the camera signal processing unit 13 for display, and the display unit 15 is based on the image data of the captured image in response to an instruction from the camera control unit 18. May be displayed. As a result, a so-called through image (subject monitoring image), which is an captured image during composition confirmation, is displayed.
Further, the display unit 15 causes various operation menus, icons, messages, etc., that is, display as a GUI (Graphical User Interface) to be executed on the screen based on the instruction of the camera control unit 18.

The communication unit 16 performs data communication and network communication with an external device by wire or wirelessly.
For example, captured image data (still image file or moving image file) is transmitted and output to an external display device, recording device, playback device, or the like.
Further, assuming that the communication unit 16 is a network communication unit, it communicates with various networks such as the Internet, a home network, and a LAN (Local Area Network), and transmits and receives various data to and from servers, terminals, and the like on the network. You may do so.
Further, particularly in the case of the present embodiment, the communication unit 16 has a function of communicating with the information processing device 2 by, for example, short-range wireless communication such as WI-FI, NFC, Bluetooth, infrared communication, or wired connection communication described above. To be equipped.

The operation unit 17 collectively shows input devices for the user to perform various operation inputs. Specifically, the operation unit 17 shows various controls (keys, dials, touch panels, touch pads, etc.) provided in the housing of the image pickup apparatus 1.
The operation unit 17 detects the user's operation, and the signal corresponding to the input operation is sent to the camera control unit 18.

The camera control unit 18 is composed of a microcomputer (arithmetic processing device) provided with a CPU (Central Processing Unit).
The memory unit 19 stores information or the like used for processing by the camera control unit 18. As the illustrated memory unit 19, for example, a ROM (Read Only Memory), a RAM (Random Access Memory), a flash memory, and the like are comprehensively shown.
The memory unit 19 may be a memory area built in the microcomputer chip as the camera control unit 18, or may be configured by a separate memory chip.
The camera control unit 18 controls the entire image pickup apparatus 1 by executing a program stored in the ROM of the memory unit 19, the flash memory, or the like.
For example, the camera control unit 18 controls the shutter speed of the image sensor unit 12, gives instructions for various signal processing in the camera signal processing unit 13, captures and records operations according to user operations, reproduces recorded image files, and lenses. It controls the operation of each necessary part regarding the operation of the lens system 11 such as zoom, focus, and aperture adjustment in the lens barrel, and the operation of the user interface.

The RAM in the memory unit 19 is used for temporarily storing data, programs, and the like as a work area for various data processing of the CPU of the camera control unit 18.
The ROM and flash memory (non-volatile memory) in the memory unit 19 include an OS (Operating System) for the CPU to control each unit, content files such as image files, application programs for various operations, and firmware. It is used for memory of etc.

The driver unit 22 is provided with, for example, a motor driver for the zoom lens drive motor, a motor driver for the focus lens drive motor, a motor driver for the diaphragm mechanism motor, and the like.
These motor drivers apply a drive current to the corresponding driver in response to an instruction from the camera control unit 18, to move the focus lens and zoom lens, open and close the diaphragm blades of the diaphragm mechanism, and the like.

The sensor unit 23 comprehensively shows various sensors mounted on the image pickup apparatus.
As the sensor unit 23, for example, an IMU (inertial measurement unit) is mounted. For example, an angular velocity is detected by a pitch-, yaw, and roll three-axis angular velocity (gyro) sensor, and acceleration is detected by an acceleration sensor. can do.
Further, as the sensor unit 23, for example, a position information sensor, an illuminance sensor, or the like may be mounted.

In the image pickup device 1 having the above configuration, the lens system 11, the image sensor unit 12, the camera control unit 18, and the like, the settings related to the image pickup operation, the camera signal processing 13, the settings related to the image processing by the camera control unit 18, the display unit 15, and the operation unit. 17. The user can arbitrarily set settings related to operability by the camera control unit 18, NTP settings by the communication unit 16 and the camera control unit 18.

<3. Information processing device configuration>
For example, FIG. 3 shows a configuration example of an information processing device 2 such as a mobile terminal device.
The CPU 71 of the information processing device 2 executes various processes according to a program stored in the ROM 72 or a program loaded from the storage unit 79 into the RAM 73. The RAM 73 also appropriately stores data and the like necessary for the CPU 71 to execute various processes.
The CPU 71, ROM 72, and RAM 73 are connected to each other via a bus 74. An input / output interface 75 is also connected to the bus 74.

An input unit 76 including an operator and an operation device is connected to the input / output interface 75.
For example, as the input unit 76, various controls and operation devices such as a keyboard, mouse, keys, dial, touch panel, touch pad, and remote controller are assumed.
The user's operation is detected by the input unit 76, and the signal corresponding to the input operation is interpreted by the CPU 71.

Further, a display unit 77 made of an LCD or an organic EL panel and an audio output unit 78 made of a speaker or the like are connected to the input / output interface 75 as one or a separate body.
The display unit 77 is a display unit that performs various displays, and is composed of, for example, a display device provided in the housing of the information processing device 2, a separate display device connected to the information processing device 2, and the like.
The display unit 77 executes the display of various images for image processing, moving images to be processed, and the like on the display screen based on the instruction of the CPU 71. Further, the display unit 77 displays various operation menus, icons, messages, etc., that is, as a GUI (Graphical User Interface) based on the instruction of the CPU 71.

A storage unit 79 composed of a hard disk, a solid-state memory, or the like, or a communication unit 80 composed of a modem or the like may be connected to the input / output interface 75.
For example, a part of the storage unit 79 is used as the storage medium 5A of FIG.

The communication unit 80 performs communication processing via a transmission line such as the Internet, wired / wireless communication with various devices, bus communication, and the like.
In the case of the present embodiment, the communication unit 80 has a function of performing communication with the image pickup device 1 by, for example, short-range wireless communication such as WI-FI, NFC, Bluetooth, infrared communication, or wired connection communication described above. Be prepared.

A drive 82 is also connected to the input / output interface 75, if necessary, and a removable recording medium 81 such as a magnetic disk, an optical disk, a magneto-optical disk, or a semiconductor memory is appropriately mounted.
The drive 82 can read data files such as image files and various computer programs from the removable recording medium 81. The read data file is stored in the storage unit 79, and the image and sound included in the data file are output by the display unit 77 and the sound output unit 78. Further, the computer program or the like read from the removable recording medium 81 is installed in the storage unit 79 as needed.
For example, the removable recording medium 81 may be used as the storage medium 5A of FIG.

In the information processing device 2, for example, software for image processing as the image processing device of the present disclosure can be installed via network communication by the communication unit 80 or a removable recording medium 81. Alternatively, the software may be stored in the ROM 72, the storage unit 79, or the like in advance.

For example, by such software (application program), the functional configuration as shown in FIG. 4 is constructed in the CPU 71 of the information processing apparatus 2.
In FIG. 4, as functions provided in the information processing device 2, the first setting storage processing unit 31, the first setting transfer processing unit 32, the second setting storage processing unit 33, the second setting transfer processing unit 34, and the UI (user interface) are shown. ) The control unit 35 is shown.

The first setting storage processing unit 31 sets the first setting information group (for example, camera setting) of the image pickup apparatus 1 to the storage medium 5 (the storage medium 5 is a general term for the storage media 5A and 5B in FIG. 1) according to the user operation. ) Save to) Perform the save process.

The first setting transfer processing unit 32 performs a process of transferring the first setting information group (for example, camera setting) stored in the storage medium 5 to the image pickup apparatus 1 in response to a user operation.

The second setting storage processing unit 33 performs a storage process for storing the second setting information group (for example, FTP setting) of the image pickup apparatus 1 in the storage medium 5 in response to a user operation.

The second setting transfer processing unit 34 performs a process of transferring the second setting information group (for example, FTP setting) stored in the storage medium 5 to the image pickup apparatus 1 in response to a user operation.

The UI control unit 35 performs user interface processing for saving the first setting information group, transferring the first setting information group, saving the second setting information group, and transferring the second setting information group. User interface processing includes processing that provides the user with an operation input environment by outputting display output and audio output to the user, processing that outputs display output and audio output for presenting various information to the user, and user. There is a process of detecting the operation by the user, a process of detecting / estimating the user's intention, and the like.
The UI control unit 35 performs a process of providing an operation input environment to the user by outputting a display output, a voice output, or the like to the user, for example.
Alternatively, the UI control unit 35 performs a process of detecting an operation by the user, for example.
Alternatively, the UI control unit 35 performs both a process of providing an operation input environment to the user and a process of detecting the operation by the user, for example.
Of course, the UI control unit 35 may perform other user interface processing.
Then, in the case of the present embodiment, the UI control unit 35 requests the user to input the path information (for example, a password) when operating the transfer processing of the second setting information group, while the UI control unit 35 requests the user to input the path information (for example, the password). Do not request the path information when operating the transfer process.

Each of the above functions is realized by, for example, the information processing device 2 installing application software that realizes a function of saving / transferring a setting information group.

<4. User interface screen transition>
Hereinafter, the UI screen on the display unit 77 of the information processing device 2 will be described. The following screens are examples of screens that the CPU 71 displays on the display unit 77 by the function of the UI control unit 35. In the description, for example, a smart phone is assumed as the information processing device 2, and the display contents on the display formed on the housing are assumed.

FIG. 5A shows the top screen 50 when the application software that realizes the function of saving / transferring the setting information group is started in the information processing device 2.
For example, it is assumed that this application software is provided with a function for performing various cooperation with the image pickup apparatus 1.
Although detailed description is omitted, on the top screen 50, an operator for displaying an image captured by the image pickup device 1 and enabling the information processing device 2 to be used as a status monitor or a remote controller for the image pickup device 1 and the like. An indicator or the like is displayed.
In relation to the processing of the present embodiment, the top screen 50 is provided with a menu button 100.

When the user operates the menu button 100 by tapping or the like, the screen display transitions to the setting menu screen 51 of FIG. 5B.
A completion button 104 is prepared on the setting menu screen 51, and when the user operates the completion button 104, the screen display returns to the top screen 50.

On the setting menu screen 51, items for various settings related to the image pickup apparatus 1 are displayed.
Among them, a menu item 101 as "save and reflect settings" and a menu item 102 as "save and reflect FTP settings" are prepared.

The menu item 101 as "save and reflect settings" is an item selected by the user when saving and reflecting the first setting information group, for example, the camera settings.
The menu item 102 as "saving and reflecting the FTP setting" is an item selected by the user when saving and reflecting the second setting information group, for example, the FTP setting.

First, saving and reflecting the camera settings will be described.
When the user selects the menu item 101 as "save and reflect settings" on the setting menu screen 51, the screen display transitions to the setting save / reflect screen 52 of FIG. 5C.
A setting menu call button 110 is provided on the setting save / reflection screen 52, and when the user operates the setting menu call button 110, the screen display returns to the setting menu screen 51.

On the setting save / reflection screen 52, the connected camera name 111 is displayed. The connected camera name 111 presents the image pickup device 1 currently being communicated with the information processing device 2 by WI-FI or the like.
Although the connected camera name 111 is "xxxxxxxxx" in the figure, the manufacturer name, model name, model number, etc. of the image pickup apparatus 1 are actually displayed. If the user has set a name for the image pickup device 1, the name is displayed.

On the setting save / reflection screen 52, a save instruction unit 112 described as "save the settings of the connected camera" or the like is prepared. This is an operator to operate when the user wants to save the camera settings.

On the setting save / reflection screen 52, a list display unit 120 is prepared. In the list display unit 120, for example, the setting information group display 121 showing all the first setting information groups currently stored in the storage medium 5 is listed.
That is, the first setting information group listed by the setting information group display 121 has been written in the storage medium 5 in the past as a camera setting and is still stored. The figure shows the case where four camera settings are saved.
Each setting information group display 121 also functions as an operator for selecting one of the camera settings by the user.

Each setting information group display 121 includes a setting information group name 122 for camera settings, a save date / time 123, a model identification information 124, and a firmware version 125, respectively.

The setting information group name 122 is name information given to the saved camera settings. A unique name may be automatically given by the application software, or the user can enter the name.
The storage date and time 123 is information on the date, time, minute, and second when the camera setting is stored in the storage medium 5.
The model discrimination information 124 is information indicating the image pickup device 1 to which the camera setting has been transmitted. Although the model identification information 124 is referred to as "xxxxxxxxx" or "xxxxxxyy" in the figure, the manufacturer name, model name, model number, etc. of the image pickup apparatus 1 are actually displayed. If the user has set a name for the image pickup device 1, the name is displayed.
The firmware version 125 indicates the firmware version of the image pickup device 1 that is the source of the camera settings.
If the firmware versions are different, it is assumed that the settings do not match, so it is desirable to confirm that the firmware versions match to reflect the settings.

The screen transitions when the camera settings of a certain image pickup apparatus 1 are stored in the storage medium 5 are shown in FIGS. 6A, 6B, and 6C.
FIG. 6A shows the above-mentioned setting saving / reflecting screen 52.
When the user operates the save instruction unit 112 on the setting save / reflect screen 52, the screen display transitions to the setting save screen 53 of FIG. 6B.

The OK button 130 and the cancel button 131 are prepared on the setting save screen 53.
The OK button 130 is an operator for instructing the user to execute saving of the camera settings.
The cancel button 131 is an operator for canceling the execution of saving the camera settings, and when the cancel button 131 is operated, the screen display returns to the setting saving / reflecting screen 52 of FIG. 6A.

The setting information group name 132 is displayed on the setting saving screen 53. In the figure, it is referred to as "aaabbb", but this is the name given to the camera setting to be saved.
For example, in the state of transitioning to the setting save screen 53, the default name set by the application software is displayed as the setting information group name 132. For example, the name of the image pickup device 1 (manufacturer name, model name, model number, etc.) during communication connection, a random name, a name set according to a predetermined rule, and the like are set as the setting information group name 132. Alternatively, in the state of transitioning to the setting save screen 53, the setting information group name 132 may be left blank.
The user may use the default name as it is as the name of the camera setting, or may enter an arbitrary name. For example, when the field of the setting information group name 132 is tapped, the keyboard 135 is displayed. Alternatively, the keyboard 135 may be displayed from the beginning when the setting save screen 53 is displayed.
By operating the keyboard 135, the user can input an arbitrary character string and set the input character string as the setting information group name 132.

Model discrimination information 133 is displayed on the setting save screen 53. This is information indicating an image pickup device that intends to save the camera settings, that is, an image pickup device 1 that is currently connected to communication.
As the model identification information 133, the manufacturer name, model name, model number, or the name set by the user for the image pickup device 1 is displayed in the same manner as the connection camera name of the setting save / reflection screen 52. To.

The setting save screen 53 shows the firmware version of the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication as the firmware version 134.

The model determination information 133 and the firmware version 134 on the setting save screen 53 are the information of the original image pickup apparatus 1 for which the camera setting is to be saved, and are the information associated with the camera setting. That is, it becomes information for identifying the original image pickup apparatus 1 about the saved camera setting.
Therefore, it is not appropriate for the user to change the model identification information 133 and the firmware version 134 indiscriminately. For example, on the setting save screen 53, the user cannot perform an input operation for the change.
However, for example, when the user sets a name on the imaging device 1 side after saving the camera settings, the information processing device 2 acquires the information by communication, so that the set name is saved in the camera settings. It is also conceivable to reflect it as the associated model discrimination information 133.

When the user operates the OK button 130 on the setting save screen 53, the camera settings of the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication are saved. That is, the information processing device 2 requests the image pickup device 1 for camera setting information (for example, binary data). Then, the information processing device 2 writes the transmitted camera setting information in the storage medium 5. As a result, the information on the camera settings of the current image pickup apparatus 1 is saved as one first setting information group.
When the camera settings are saved, the setting information group name 132, the model identification information 133, the firmware version 134, and the save date / time information are also stored in association with the camera setting information.

When such saving of the camera settings is completed, the save notification screen 55 as shown in FIG. 6C is displayed on the screen. Then, when the user operates the confirmation OK button 136 (or when a certain time elapses and a time-out occurs even if the operation is not performed), the screen display returns to the setting save / reflection screen 52 of FIG. 6A.
In this case, the setting information group display 121 indicating the camera setting saved this time is added to the position indicated by the broken line 121X of the list display unit 120, for example. Of course, instead of the position of the broken line 121X, the latest one may be displayed in order.

The screen transitions when the saved camera settings are reflected in a certain image pickup apparatus 1 are shown in FIGS. 7A, 7B, 7C, and 7D.
FIG. 7A shows the above-mentioned setting saving / reflecting screen 52.
The camera settings saved in the storage medium 5 are displayed on the list display unit 120 on the setting save / reflection screen 52 by the setting information group display 121.
The user can select a desired camera setting on the setting information group display 121 and instruct the transfer to the image pickup apparatus 1.

When the user performs an operation of selecting a certain setting information group display 121 on the list display unit 120 of the setting save / reflection screen 52, the screen display transitions to the camera setting screen 56 of FIG. 7B.

A delete button 140 and a back button 141 are provided on the camera setting screen 56.
The delete button 140 is an operator for instructing the user to delete the camera setting selected by the user.
The back button 141 is an operator instructing the user to return from the camera setting screen 56 to the setting save / reflect screen 52 of FIG. 7A.

The setting information group name 142 is displayed on the camera setting screen 56. Although it is referred to as "Marathon" in the figure, this is a name associated with the camera setting selected by the user in the list display unit 120.

The creation date and time 143 is displayed on the camera setting screen 56. This is information indicating the saved date and time associated with the camera setting selected by the user in the list display unit 120.

The model identification information 144 is displayed on the camera setting screen 56. This is information indicating the image pickup device 1 associated with the camera setting selected by the user on the list display unit 120, that is, information indicating the image pickup device 1 of the transmission source of the camera setting. For example, the manufacturer name, model name, model number of the image pickup device 1, or the name set by the user for the image pickup device 1 is displayed.

The camera setting screen 56 shows, as the firmware version 134, the firmware version of the imaging device 1 associated with the camera setting selected by the user in the list display unit 120, that is, the imaging device 1 that is the source of the camera setting.

The model determination information 133 and the firmware version 134 on the camera setting screen 56 indicate an imaging device 1 (an imaging device 1 whose settings have been made in the past) to which the camera settings selected by the user match.
If the model and firmware version of the image pickup device 1 are different, the format and contents of the camera setting information will be different, so even if the camera settings are transferred, they may not be reflected.
By displaying the model identification information 133 and the firmware version 134 on the camera setting screen 56, the user can confirm whether or not the selected camera setting matches the model of the image pickup device 1 to be transferred. become.

On the camera setting screen 56, for example, a reflection instruction button 146 described as "Reflect the setting to the connected camera" is prepared.
The user can instruct the transfer execution of the selected camera setting to the image pickup apparatus 1 during the communication connection by the reflection instruction button 146.

When the user operates the reflection instruction button 146, the overwrite confirmation screen 57 is displayed as shown in FIG. 7C. On the overwrite confirmation screen 57, it is shown that the setting is overwritten by the image pickup apparatus 1, and an OK button 147 and a cancel button 148 are arranged.
When the camera settings are transferred, the image pickup device 1 updates the transferred camera settings from the current settings, so the user is asked to confirm the settings on the overwrite confirmation screen 57.
When the user operates the cancel button 148, the screen returns to, for example, the camera setting screen 56 of FIG. 7B.

When the user operates the OK button 147, the transfer of the camera settings to the image pickup device 1 is started. That is, the information processing device 2 reads out the camera setting information (for example, binary data) stored in the storage medium 5 and transmits it to the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication.
The image pickup device 1 side receives the information of the camera setting and reflects it as its own setting.

Note that the transferred camera settings may not be reflected in the image pickup device 1 due to the user's erroneous selection of camera settings. On the image pickup device 1 side, the model determination information 133 and the firmware version 134 transferred together with the camera settings are confirmed, and it is determined whether or not the camera settings can be reflected in itself. For example, if it is the same model and the same firmware version, it can be reflected. If it cannot be reflected, it is conceivable to notify the information processing apparatus 2 to that effect.

When the transfer of the camera settings is completed, the reflection notification screen 58 as shown in FIG. 7D is displayed on the screen. Then, when the user operates the confirmation OK button 136 (or when a certain time elapses and a timeout occurs even if the operation is not performed), the screen display returns to the setting save / reflection screen 52 of FIG. 7A.
If the transfer cannot be reflected due to a different model or the like, it is conceivable to send an error notification to that effect and return to the setting save / reflection screen 52.

The screen transitions when editing the saved camera settings are shown in FIGS. 8A, 8B, and 8C.
FIG. 8A shows the above-mentioned setting saving / reflecting screen 52.
The user can select a desired camera setting from the list display unit 120 on the setting save / reflection screen 52 and edit the camera setting, particularly the name of the camera setting.

When the user performs an operation of selecting a certain setting information group display 121 on the list display unit 120 of the setting save / reflection screen 52, the screen display transitions to the camera setting screen 56 of FIG. 8B.
As described above, the setting information group name 142 of the selected camera setting is displayed on the camera setting screen 56, but when the user performs an operation such as tapping the area of the setting information group name 142, FIG. 8C shows. The keyboard 135 is displayed as shown. By operating the keyboard 135, the user can input an arbitrary character string and update the setting information group name 142.

When the keyboard 135 is displayed, the reflection instruction button 146 may be disabled (inoperable), inactive, or hidden by the keyboard 135.

When the user operates the keyboard 135 and then operates the back button 141 to return to the setting save / reflection screen 52, the input setting information group name 142 is reflected in the save of the storage medium 5. That is, the setting information group name associated with the camera setting is updated.
When the user operates the return button 141 with the setting information group name 142 blank, the original setting information group name may be maintained (not updated).

Although only the setting information group name 132 can be edited here, other editing may be possible, such as adding a comment to the camera setting. The edited contents are saved in association with the camera settings.

The screen transitions when deleting the saved camera settings are shown in FIGS. 9A, 9B, 9C, and 9D.
FIG. 9A shows the setting save / reflect screen 52 described above.
The user can select a desired camera setting from the list display unit 120 on the setting save / reflection screen 52 and delete the camera setting.

When the user performs an operation of selecting a certain setting information group display 121 on the list display unit 120 of the setting save / reflection screen 52, the screen display transitions to the camera setting screen 56 of FIG. 8B.
As described above, the setting information group name 142 and the like of the selected camera setting are displayed on the camera setting screen 56, and the selected camera setting is clearly shown to the user.
When the user operates the delete button 140 here, the deletion confirmation screen 59 is displayed as shown in FIG. 9C.

On the deletion confirmation screen 59, it is clearly indicated that the selected camera setting is to be deleted, and the OK button 150 and the cancel button 151 are arranged.
When the user operates the cancel button 151, the screen returns to, for example, the camera setting screen 56 of FIG. 7B. As a result, it is possible to cancel when the user erroneously operates the delete button 140.

When the user operates the OK button 150, the camera setting is deleted. That is, the information processing device 2 deletes the camera settings and the associated information stored in the storage medium 5.
When the deletion of the camera settings is completed, the deletion notification screen 54 as shown in FIG. 9D is displayed on the screen. Then, when the user operates the confirmation OK button 152 (or when a certain time elapses and a timeout occurs even if the operation is not performed), the screen display returns to the setting save / reflection screen 52 of FIG. 7A.
In this case, the setting information group display 121 indicating the deleted camera settings in the list display unit 120 is not displayed.

By the way, at the time of such deletion, the setting information group name 132, the creation date and time 143, the model identification information 144, etc. indicate that the camera setting is the target of deletion, but it is difficult for the user to understand only with these information. There may be cases.
Therefore, it is possible to present to the user what kind of camera setting is to be deleted in an easy-to-understand manner.

For example, FIG. 10A provides an image display unit 153 on the camera setting screen 56, and displays an image 154 captured by the image pickup device 1 according to the camera setting.
The content of the image 154 captured in the past makes it easier for the user to remember what kind of camera setting was used.

In FIG. 10B, a history display unit 155 is provided on the camera setting screen 56 to display the transfer history of the camera setting. For example, the number of transfers 156 and the latest transfer date and time 157 are displayed.
Since the user can check whether the camera settings are recently used or frequently used based on the number of transfers in the past and the latest transfer date and time, it is easy to determine whether or not the camera settings can be deleted. Become.

The display of the image and the usage history as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B may be displayed normally on the camera setting screen 56, not only in the case of deletion.
For example, even in the case of a transfer instruction, by performing such a display, it becomes easy for the user to grasp what kind of camera setting was made.
In other words, for each camera setting appearing as the setting information group display 121 on the list display unit 120, when the user taps to move to the camera setting screen 56, the user can know the past captured image and usage history. , The contents of the camera settings can be easily confirmed.

Next, saving and reflecting the FTP settings will be described.
When the user operates the menu button 100 from the top screen 50 of FIG. 11A, transitions to the setting menu screen 51 of FIG. 11B, and then selects the menu item 102 as "save and reflect FTP settings", the screen is displayed. The display transitions to the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 of FIG. 11C.
The FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 is provided with a setting menu call button 210, and when the user operates the setting menu call button 210, the screen display returns to the setting menu screen 51.

On the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, the connected camera name 211 is displayed. The connected camera name 211 is the same as the connected camera name 111 on the setting save / reflection screen 52 described above, and is the manufacturer name, model name, and model number of the image pickup device 1 currently being communicated with the information processing device 2 by WI-FI or the like. , The name of the user setting, etc. are displayed.

On the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, a save instruction unit 212 described as "Save the FTP settings of the connected camera" or the like is prepared. This is an operator to operate when the user wants to save the FTP settings.

On the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, a list display unit 220 is prepared. The list display unit 220 lists, for example, the setting information group display 221 showing all the second setting information groups currently stored in the storage medium 5.
That is, the second setting information group listed by the setting information group display 221 has been written in the storage medium 5 in the past as an FTP setting and is still stored. The figure shows the case where four FTP settings are saved.
Each setting information group display 221 also functions as an operator for selecting one of the FTP settings by the user.

Each setting information group display 221 includes a setting information group name 222, a save date / time 223, a model determination information 224, and a firmware version 225 for each FTP setting.

The setting information group name 222 is name information attached to the saved FTP setting. A unique name may be automatically given by the application software, or the user can enter the name.
The storage date and time 223 is information on the date, time, minute, and second when the FTP setting is stored in the storage medium 5.
The model identification information 224 is information indicating the image pickup device 1 to which the FTP setting has been transmitted, and for example, the manufacturer name, model name, model number, name set by the user, etc. of the image pickup device 1 are displayed.
The firmware version 225 indicates the firmware version of the image pickup device 1 that is the source of the FTP setting.

The screen transitions when the FTP setting of a certain image pickup apparatus 1 is stored in the storage medium 5 are shown in FIGS. 12A, 12B, and 12C.
FIG. 12A shows the above-mentioned FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.
When the user operates the save instruction unit 212 on the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, the screen display transitions to the FTP setting save screen 62 of FIG. 12B.

An OK button 230 and a cancel button 231 are prepared on the FTP setting save screen 62.
The OK button 230 is an operator for instructing the user to execute saving of the FTP setting.
The cancel button 131 is an operator for canceling the execution of saving the FTP setting by the user, and when the cancel button 231 is operated, the screen display returns to the FTP setting saving / reflecting screen 61 of FIG. 12A.

The setting information group name 232 is displayed on the FTP setting saving screen 62. In the figure, it is referred to as "abcabc", which is the name given to the FTP setting to be saved.
For example, in the state of transitioning to the FTP setting save screen 62, the default name set by the application software is displayed as the setting information group name 232. For example, the name of the image pickup device 1 (manufacturer name, model name, model number, etc.) during communication connection, a random name, a name set by a predetermined rule, and the like are set as the setting information group name 232. Alternatively, in the state of transitioning to the FTP setting save screen 62, the setting information group name 232 may be left blank.
The user may use the default name as it is as the name of the FTP setting, or may input an arbitrary name. For example, when the field of the setting information group name 232 is tapped (or from the beginning when the transition to the FTP setting saving screen 62 is performed), the keyboard 235 is displayed. By operating the keyboard 235, the user can input an arbitrary character string and use the setting information group name 232.

Model discrimination information 233 is displayed on the FTP setting save screen 62. This is information indicating an image pickup device that intends to save the camera settings, that is, an image pickup device 1 that is currently connected to communication. For example, as the model identification information 233, the manufacturer name, model name, model number, or the name set by the user for the image pickup device 1 is displayed.

The FTP setting save screen 62 shows the firmware version of the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication as the firmware version 234.

The model identification information 233 and the firmware version 234 on the FTP setting saving screen 62 are the information of the original image pickup apparatus 1 that is about to save the FTP setting, and are the information associated with the FTP setting. That is, it becomes information for identifying the original image pickup apparatus 1 about the saved FTP setting.
Therefore, it is not appropriate for the user to change the model determination information 233 and the firmware version 234. For example, on the FTP setting save screen 62, the user cannot perform an input operation for the change.
However, for example, when the user sets a name on the image pickup device 1 side after saving the FTP setting, the information processing device 2 acquires the information by communication, so that the set name is saved in the FTP setting. It is also conceivable to reflect it as the associated model discrimination information 233.

A password input unit 236 is provided on the FTP setting storage screen 62.
The user inputs an arbitrary password into the password input unit 236. For example, when the password input unit 236 is tapped (or from the beginning when the FTP setting save screen 62 is displayed), the keyboard 235 is displayed. By operating the keyboard 235, the user can input an arbitrary character string and set it as a password.

When the user operates the OK button 230 on the FTP setting save screen 62, the FTP setting of the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication is saved. That is, the information processing device 2 requests the image pickup device 1 for FTP setting information (for example, binary data). Then, the information processing device 2 writes the transmitted FTP setting information in the storage medium 5. As a result, the information on the FTP setting of the current image pickup apparatus 1 is saved as one second setting information group.
When the FTP setting is saved, the setting information group name 232, the model identification information 233, the firmware version 234, the save date and time information, and the password are also stored in association with the FTP setting information.

If the password is not entered in the password input unit 236, the OK button 230 may be disabled.
For example, if the OK button 230 is operated without entering the password, a message such as "Please enter the password" may be displayed so that the save cannot be proceeded.
However, it is possible to save the password even if it is not entered.
For example, if the OK button 230 is operated without entering the password, a message such as "Are you sure you want to set the password?" May be displayed and the user may select whether or not to use the password.

When the saving of the FTP setting is completed, the save notification screen 63 as shown in FIG. 12C is displayed on the screen. Then, when the user operates the confirmation OK button 237 (or when a certain time elapses and a timeout occurs even if the operation is not performed), the screen display returns to the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 of FIG. 12A.
In this case, the setting information group display 221 indicating the FTP setting saved this time is added to the position indicated by the broken line 221X of the list display unit 220, for example. Of course, the position is not limited to the position of the broken line 221X, and may be displayed at the head of the list display unit 220, for example.

13A, 13B, 13C, and 13D show screen transitions when the saved FTP setting is reflected in a certain image pickup apparatus 1.
FIG. 13A shows the above-mentioned FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.
On the list display unit 220 on the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, the FTP settings saved in the storage medium 5 are displayed by the setting information group display 221.
The user can select a desired FTP setting on the setting information group display 221 and instruct the transfer to the image pickup apparatus 1.

When the user performs an operation of selecting a certain setting information group display 221 on the list display unit 220 of the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, the screen display transitions to the FTP setting screen 64 of FIG. 13B.

The FTP setting screen 64 is provided with a delete button 240 and a back button 241.
The delete button 240 is an operator for instructing the deletion of the FTP setting selected by the user.
The back button 241 is an operator instructing the user to return from the FTP setting screen 64 to the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 of FIG. 13A.

The setting information group name 242 is displayed on the FTP setting screen 64. This is the name associated with the FTP setting selected by the user on the list display unit 220.

The creation date and time 243 is displayed on the FTP setting screen 64. This is information indicating the saved date and time associated with the FTP setting selected by the user in the list display unit 220.

Model discrimination information 244 is displayed on the FTP setting screen 64. This is information indicating the image pickup device 1 associated with the FTP setting selected by the user on the list display unit 220, that is, information indicating the image pickup device 1 of the transmission source of the FTP setting. For example, the manufacturer name, model name, model number of the image pickup device 1, or the name set by the user for the image pickup device 1 is displayed.

The FTP setting screen 64 shows, as the firmware version 234, the firmware version of the image pickup device 1 associated with the FTP setting selected by the user on the list display unit 220, that is, the image pickup device 1 that is the source of the FTP setting.

The model identification information 233 and the firmware version 234 on the FTP setting screen 64 indicate an imaging device 1 (an imaging device 1 whose setting has been performed in the past) to which the FTP setting selected by the user matches.
By displaying the model identification information 233 and the firmware version 234 on the FTP setting screen 64, the user can confirm whether or not the selected FTP setting matches the model of the image pickup device 1 to be transferred. become.

A password input unit 260 is provided on the FTP setting screen 64.
The user will be required to enter a password when transferring the FTP settings to the image pickup apparatus 1. The user inputs the password set at the time of saving into the password input unit 260. For example, when the password input unit 260 is tapped, the keyboard 235 (not shown here) described above is displayed. By operating the keyboard 235, the user inputs a predetermined character string as a password.

On the FTP setting screen 64, for example, a reflection instruction button 246 described as "Reflect the FTP setting on the connected camera" is prepared.
The user can instruct the transfer execution of the selected FTP setting to the image pickup apparatus 1 during the communication connection by the reflection instruction button 246.

When the user operates the reflection instruction button 246, the overwrite confirmation screen 65 is displayed as shown in FIG. 13C. On the overwrite confirmation screen 65, it is shown that the setting is overwritten by the image pickup apparatus 1, and an OK button 247 and a cancel button 248 are arranged.
If the FTP setting is transferred, the image pickup device 1 updates the transferred FTP setting from the current setting, so the user is asked to confirm the FTP setting on the overwrite confirmation screen 65.
When the user operates the cancel button 248, the process returns to, for example, the FTP setting screen 64 of FIG. 13B.

When the user operates the OK button 247, the transfer of the FTP setting to the image pickup device 1 is started. That is, the information processing device 2 reads the FTP setting information (for example, binary data) stored in the storage medium 5 and transmits it to the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication.
The image pickup device 1 side receives the information of the FTP setting and reflects it as its own setting.
It should be noted that the FTP setting may not be reflected in the image pickup device 1 at the transfer destination due to a user's erroneous selection or the like. If the image cannot be reflected on the image pickup device 1 side, it is conceivable to notify the information processing device 2 to that effect.

Further, on the FTP setting screen 64, it was necessary to input a password. If the password has not been entered, or if an incorrect password has been entered, the OK button 247 cannot be operated, or even if it is operated, an error will occur.
However, if the password is left blank when saving the FTP settings, it is possible not to require the password input at the time of transfer. By doing so, the necessity of the password can be individually selected for each FTP setting according to the user's intention.

When the transfer of the FTP settings is completed, the reflection notification screen 66 as shown in FIG. 13D is displayed on the screen. Then, when the user operates the confirmation OK button 249 (or when a certain time elapses and a timeout occurs even if the operation is not performed), the screen display returns to the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 of FIG. 13A.
If the transfer cannot be reflected due to a different model or the like, it is conceivable to send an error notification to that effect and return to the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.

The screen transitions when editing the saved FTP settings are shown in FIGS. 14A, 14B, and 14C.
FIG. 14A shows the above-mentioned FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.
The user can select a desired FTP setting from the list display unit 220 on the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, edit the FTP setting, and particularly edit the name of the FTP setting.

When the user performs an operation of selecting a certain setting information group display 221 on the list display unit 220 of the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, the screen display transitions to the FTP setting screen 64 of FIG. 14B.
As described above, the setting information group name 242 of the selected FTP setting is displayed on the FTP setting screen 64, but when the user performs an operation such as tapping the area of the setting information group name 242, FIG. 14C shows. The keyboard 235 is displayed as shown above. By operating the keyboard 235, the user can input an arbitrary character string and update the setting information group name 242.

When the keyboard 235 is displayed, the reflection instruction button 246 may be disabled (inoperable), inactive, or hidden by the keyboard 235.

When the user operates the keyboard 235 and then operates the back button 241 to return to the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, the input setting information group name 242 is reflected in the save of the storage medium 5. That is, the setting information group name associated with the FTP setting is updated.
When the user operates the return button 241 with the setting information group name 242 left blank, the original setting information group name may be maintained (not updated).

Although only the setting information group name 232 can be edited here, other editing may be possible, such as adding a comment to the FTP setting. The edited contents are saved in association with the FTP settings.

The screen transitions when deleting the saved FTP setting are shown in FIGS. 15A, 15B, 15C, and 15D.
FIG. 15A shows the above-mentioned FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.
The user can select a desired FTP setting from the list display unit 220 on the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 and delete the FTP setting.

When the user performs an operation of selecting a certain setting information group display 221 on the list display unit 220 of the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, the screen display transitions to the FTP setting screen 64 of FIG. 15B.
As described above, the FTP setting screen 64 displays the setting information group name 242 and the like of the selected FTP setting, and the selected FTP setting is clearly shown to the user.
Here, when the user operates the delete button 240, the deletion confirmation screen 67 is displayed as shown in FIG. 15C.

On the deletion confirmation screen 67, it is clearly indicated that the selected FTP setting is to be deleted, and the OK button 250 and the cancel button 251 are arranged.
When the user operates the cancel button 251, the process returns to, for example, the FTP setting screen 64 of FIG. 15B. As a result, it is possible to cancel when the user erroneously operates the delete button 240.

When the user operates the OK button 250, the FTP setting is deleted. That is, the information processing device 2 deletes the FTP setting and the associated information stored in the storage medium 5.
When the deletion of the FTP setting is completed, the deletion notification screen 68 as shown in FIG. 15D is displayed on the screen. Then, when the user operates the confirmation OK button 252 (or when a certain time elapses and a time-out occurs even if the operation is not performed), the screen display returns to the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 of FIG. 15A.
In this case, the setting information group display 221 indicating the deleted FTP setting in the list display unit 220 is not displayed.

By the way, in order to present to the user more clearly what kind of FTP setting is to be deleted at the time of such deletion, as in the above-mentioned examples of FIGS. 10A and 10B, when the FTP setting is performed. It is also preferable to display the captured image or to display the usage history of the FTP setting.

Further, those displays are not limited to the case of deletion, and if they are displayed on the FTP setting screen 64, by tapping each FTP setting appearing as the setting information group display 221 on the list display unit 220, the past The captured image and usage history can be viewed, and the user can easily recognize the contents of the FTP setting.

FIG. 16 shows another example of the top screen 50.
This is an example in which the camera setting button 105 and the FTP setting button 106 are provided on the top screen 50.
The camera setting button 105 causes a transition to the setting save / reflection screen 52.
Further, the FTP setting button 106 is used to transition to the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.
By doing so, it is possible to facilitate the transition from the top screen 50 to saving and reflecting the settings.

The display contents and transitions of the above-mentioned screens are examples, and various examples can be considered.
For example, on the camera setting screen 56 or the FTP setting screen 64, if the image pickup device 1 currently connected to communication exists, the connected camera names 111 and 211 may be displayed as the model identification information.

<5. Processing example>
A processing example of the present embodiment accompanied by the above UI screen transition will be described.
The processing example described below is executed by the processing function of FIG. 4 realized by the application software in the CPU 71 of the information processing apparatus 2.

The processing will be described from the state of transition to the setting save / reflection screen 52 for the camera setting, and from the state of transition to the FTP setting save / reflection screen 61 for the FTP setting.

First, a processing example for saving / transferring camera settings will be described with reference to FIGS. 17, 18, and 19. Note that FIGS. 17, 18, and 19 show a series of flowcharts separately, and "c1", "c2", "c3", and "c4" indicate the connection relationship.

Step S101 of FIG. 17 shows a process in a state where the setting save / reflect screen 52 (see FIG. 5C) is displayed. The CPU 71 monitors the user operation in steps S102, S103, and S104 while displaying the contents of the setting save / reflection screen 52 in step S101.
In this case, in step S102, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the save instruction unit 112 as a save operation of the user's camera settings.
Further, in step S103, the CPU 71 monitors the selection operation for any one of the setting information group display 121 of the list display unit 120 as the setting selection operation.
Further, in step S104, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of returning to the setting menu screen 51, that is, the operation of the setting menu call button 110.

When the operation of the setting menu call button 110 is detected on the setting save / reflection screen 52, the CPU 71 transitions from step S104 to the processing of the setting menu screen 51 (the processing of the setting menu screen 51 is not shown in the flowchart).

When the operation of the save instruction unit 112 is detected on the setting save / reflection screen 52, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S102 to step S110 to process the setting save screen 53 (see FIG. 6B).
That is, the CPU 71 shifts the screen display to the setting save screen 53, displays necessary information, and monitors the user's operation in steps S111, S112, and S113.
In this case, in step S111, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the OK button 130, which is the operation of saving and executing the camera settings.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the input operation of the setting information group name 132 in step S112.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the cancel button 131 in step S113.

When the input operation for the setting information group name 132 on the setting saving screen 53 is detected, the CPU 71 proceeds from steps S112 to S130 to perform input handling processing.
For example, the keyboard 135 is displayed in response to a tap operation on the field of the setting information group name 132, and a character string or the like is input according to the operation on the keyboard 135. Then, the setting information group name 132 for the camera setting to be saved is set in response to these inputs.

When the operation of the cancel button 131 on the setting save screen 53 is detected, the CPU 71 returns from step S113 to step S101, and transitions to the display of the setting save / reflection screen 52 and the operation detection process.

When the operation of the OK button 130 on the setting save screen 53 is detected, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S111 to step S120 to perform batch save processing of the camera settings.
That is, the CPU 71 requests the camera setting information from the image pickup device 1 during the communication connection, and writes the transmitted camera setting information to the storage medium 5. In this case, the setting information group name 132, the model identification information 133, the firmware version 134, and the save date / time information are also stored in association with the camera setting information.
As a result, the camera setting information of the image pickup apparatus 1 currently being communicated is saved as one first setting information group.

The CPU 71 confirms the completion of saving in step S121, and when the saving process is completed, outputs the save notification screen 55 (see FIG. 6C) in step S123.
Then, in response to the operation of the OK button 136 of the user or the timeout, the process returns from step S124 to step S101, and the setting save / reflect screen 52 (see FIG. 6A) is processed.

When the selection operation of a certain setting information group display 121 of the list display unit 120 is detected on the setting save / reflection screen 52, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S103 to step S140 of FIG. 18, and processes the camera setting screen 56 (see FIG. 7B). I do.
That is, the CPU 71 shifts the screen display to the camera setting screen 56, displays necessary information, and monitors the user's operation in steps S141, S142, S143, and S144.
In this case, in step S141, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the reflection instruction button 146, which is the operation of the transfer execution instruction of the camera setting.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the editing operation in step S142.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the delete button 140 in step S143.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the return button 141 in step S144.

When the operation of the return button 141 on the camera setting screen 56 is detected, the CPU 71 returns from step S144 to step S101 of FIG. 17, and transitions to the process of the setting save / reflection screen 52.

When the operation of the reflection instruction button 146 is detected on the camera setting screen 56, the CPU 71 proceeds to steps S141 to S150 of FIG. 18 to perform a process for transferring the camera settings.
First, the CPU 71 displays the overwrite confirmation screen 57 (see FIG. 7C) in step S150, and waits for the user's operation.
When the user operates the cancel button 148, the CPU 71 returns from step S151 to the process of the camera setting screen 56 in step S140 (the state before the operation of the reflection instruction button 146).

When the user operates the OK button 147 on the overwrite confirmation screen 57 displayed in step S150, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S151 to step S152 to execute the transfer process. That is, the CPU 71 reads out the camera setting information selected by the user from the storage medium 5 and collectively transmits the information to the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication. The image pickup device 1 side receives the information of the camera setting and reflects it as its own setting.

The CPU 71 confirms the completion of the transfer in step S153, and when the transfer process (and the reflection in the image pickup apparatus 1) is completed, the CPU 71 performs the output process of the reflection notification screen 58 (see FIG. 7D) in step S154.
Then, in response to the operation of the OK button 149 of the user or the timeout, the process returns to step S101 of FIG. 17 and the setting save / reflection screen 52 is processed.
Although not shown, if the camera setting cannot be reflected on the image pickup device 1 side even after transfer, an error notification or the like is output and the process returns to step S101.

When the editing operation is detected on the camera setting screen 56, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S142 in FIG. 18 to step S160 in FIG. 19 to perform input correspondence processing.
The editing operation is an operation such as tapping the area of the setting information group name 142 on the camera setting screen 56, and the CPU 71 displays the keyboard 135 as shown in FIG. 8C accordingly. In addition, input processing is performed according to the operation of the user's keyboard 135.

In the process of processing the user's input, the CPU 71 monitors the delete operation in step S161, monitors the cancel operation in step S162, and monitors the input completion in step S163.
For example, when the user operates the return button 141 while leaving the area of the setting information group name 142 blank, the CPU 71 recognizes it as a cancel operation and returns from step S162 to step S101 of FIG. That is, the setting information group name 142 is not updated.

For example, when the user operates the return button 141 while inputting some character string in the area of the setting information group name 142, the CPU 71 recognizes that it is an input completion operation, proceeds from step S163 to step S164 in FIG. 19, and is selecting. Update the setting information group name 142 for the camera settings of. Then, the process returns to the process of the setting save / reflection screen 52 in step S101 of FIG.

When the operation of the delete button 140 is detected in step S143 of FIG. 18 or step S161 of FIG. 19, the CPU 71 proceeds to step S170, displays the deletion confirmation screen 59 (see FIG. 9C), and waits for the user's operation. ..
When the user operates the cancel button 151, the CPU 71 returns from step S171 to the process of the camera setting screen 56 in step S140 of FIG. 18 (the state before the operation of the delete button 140).

When the user operates the OK button 150 on the deletion confirmation screen 59 displayed in step S170 of FIG. 19, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S171 to step S172 to execute the deletion process. That is, the CPU 71 deletes the camera setting information selected by the user from the storage medium 5.
When the deletion is completed, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S173 to step S174, and performs output processing of the deletion notification screen 54 (see FIG. 9D).
Then, in response to the operation of the OK button 152 of the user or the timeout, the process returns to step S101 of FIG. 17 and the setting save / reflection screen 52 is processed.

For example, the user interface described with reference to FIGS. 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 is executed by the above processing of FIGS. 17, 18, and 19.
Of course, when the camera setting screen 56 is processed in step S140, the displays shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B may be displayed.

Note that, in step S152 of FIG. 18, the transfer process for one image pickup device 1 during communication has been described, but it is also possible to perform communication at the same time with a plurality of image pickup devices 1 by communication such as via an access point.
In that case, the camera setting information may be transferred to all the image pickup devices 1 and the received camera settings may be reflected in each image pickup device 1 if possible, but in step S152, as shown in FIG. The information processing device 2 may transfer while performing the conformity determination.

In step S301 of FIG. 20, the CPU 71 confirms one selected setting information group, that is, camera setting information. In this case, in particular, the CPU 71 confirms the model determination information 144 and the firmware version 145 in the camera settings selected by the user to be transferred.

In step S302, the CPU 71 targets one of the plurality of image pickup devices 1 currently connected to the communication as a transfer target, and confirms the information of the image pickup device 1. That is, the model identification information (manufacturer name, model name, model number, user setting name, etc.) of the image pickup device 1 and the firmware version are confirmed.

In step S303, the CPU 71 collates the model identification information 144 and the firmware version 145 associated with the camera setting to be transferred with the model identification information and the firmware version of the imaging device 1 as the transfer destination, and the camera setting to be transferred is set. , It is determined whether or not the image pickup device 1 can reflect the image.
If it is determined that the reflection is possible, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S304 to step S305 to transfer the camera settings to the imaging device 1. Then, when the transfer is completed, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S306 to step S307.
If it cannot be determined that the reflection is possible, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S304 to step S307. That is, the camera settings are not transferred to the image pickup device 1.

In step S307, the presence or absence of the unprocessed image pickup device 1 as the image pickup device 1 still connected to the communication is confirmed, and if the unprocessed image pickup device 1 exists, the process returns to step S302 and the image pickup device 1 is set as the transfer target. Check the model identification information and firmware version. Then, the processes after step S303 are performed in the same manner.

If it is determined in step S304 that the unprocessed image pickup apparatus 1 does not exist, the CPU 71 ends the process of FIG. 20 (that is, the process of step S152 of FIG. 18).
By doing so, when a plurality of image pickup devices 1 are connected by communication, the information of the camera setting can be transferred to the image pickup device 1 that can be reflected and reflected. The user can select and transfer the desired camera setting without paying much attention to the model or the like.

Subsequently, the process for the FTP setting will be described from the state of transition to the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.
21, FIG. 22, and FIG. 23 show processing examples for saving / transferring FTP settings. Note that FIGS. 21, 22 and 23 show a series of flowcharts separately, and “c11”, “c12”, “c13” and “c14” indicate the connection relationship.

Step S201 of FIG. 21 shows a process in a state where the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 (see FIG. 11C) is displayed. The CPU 71 monitors the user operation in steps S202, S203, and S204 while displaying the contents of the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 in step S201.
In this case, in step S202, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the save instruction unit 212 as the save operation of the user's FTP setting.
Further, in step S203, the CPU 71 monitors the selection operation for any one of the setting information group display 221 of the list display unit 220 as the setting selection operation.
Further, in step S204, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of returning to the setting menu screen 51, that is, the operation of the setting menu call button 210.

When the operation of the setting menu call button 210 is detected on the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, the CPU 71 transitions from step S204 to the process (not shown) of the setting menu screen 51.

When the operation of the save instruction unit 212 is detected on the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S202 to step S210 to process the FTP setting save screen 62 (see FIG. 12B).
That is, the CPU 71 shifts the screen display to the FTP setting saving screen 62, displays necessary information, and monitors the user's operation in steps S211, S212, and S213.
In this case, in step S211 the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the OK button 230, which is the operation of saving and executing the FTP setting.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the input operation of the setting information group name 232 in step S212.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the cancel button 231 in step S213.

Further, in step S210, the CPU 71 also supports an input operation for the password input unit 236.
For example, the CPU 71 displays the keyboard 235 by detecting the tap of the password input unit 236, and sets a character string as a password according to the operation of the user's keyboard 235.

When the input operation for the setting information group name 232 on the FTP setting saving screen 62 is detected, the CPU 71 proceeds from steps S212 to S230 to perform input handling processing.
For example, the keyboard 235 is displayed in response to a tap operation on the field of the setting information group name 232, and a character string or the like is input according to the operation on the keyboard 235. Then, the setting information group name 232 for the FTP setting to be saved is set in response to these inputs.

When the operation of the cancel button 231 on the FTP setting save screen 62 is detected, the CPU 71 returns from step S213 to step S201, and transitions to the process of displaying and detecting the operation of the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.

When the operation of the OK button 230 on the FTP setting save screen 62 is detected, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S211 to step S214 to confirm whether or not the password has been set. If the password has not been set, the CPU 71 returns to step S210 by displaying a warning such as "Enter password" in step S215. That is, when the password is not set, the save process is not executed even if the OK button 230 is operated.
However, in the warning process of step S215, the user may be allowed to select whether or not the password may not be set, and if the user performs an operation of accepting the unset password, the process may proceed to step S220. That is, the FTP setting may be saved even if it is not set.

After confirming the password setting in step S214 (or if it is acceptable even if it is not set as described above), the CPU 71 proceeds to step S220 and performs a batch saving process of the FTP settings.
That is, the CPU 71 requests the FTP setting information from the image pickup device 1 during the communication connection, and writes the transmitted FTP setting information to the storage medium 5. In this case, the setting information group name 232, the model identification information 233, the firmware version 234, the save date / time information, and the password are also stored in association with the FTP setting information.
As a result, the FTP setting information of the image pickup apparatus 1 currently being communicated is saved as one second setting information group.

The CPU 71 confirms the completion of saving in step S221, and when the saving process is completed, outputs the save notification screen 63 (see FIG. 12C) in step S223.
Then, in response to the operation of the OK button 237 of the user or the timeout, the process returns from step S224 to step S201, and the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 (see FIG. 12A) is processed.

When the selection operation of a certain setting information group display 221 of the list display unit 220 is detected on the FTP setting save / reflection screen 61, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S203 to step S240 of FIG. 22, and the FTP setting screen 64 (see FIG. 13B) is displayed. Perform processing.
That is, the CPU 71 shifts the screen display to the FTP setting screen 64, displays necessary information, and monitors the user's operation in steps S241, S242, S243, and S244.
In this case, in step S241, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the reflection instruction button 246, which is the operation of the transfer execution instruction of the FTP setting.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the editing operation in step S242.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the delete button 240 in step S243.
Further, the CPU 71 monitors the operation of the return button 241 in step S244.

Further, in the process of the FTP setting screen 64 in step S240, the CPU 71 also performs input operation correspondence and determination process for the password input unit 260.
For example, the CPU 71 displays the keyboard 235 by detecting the tap of the password input unit 260, and inputs a character string as a password according to the operation of the user's keyboard 235. The CPU 71 also collates whether or not the entered password matches the password associated with the selected FTP setting.

When the operation of the return button 241 on the FTP setting screen 64 is detected, the CPU 71 returns from step S244 to step S201 in FIG. 21 and transitions to the process of the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.

When the operation of the reflection instruction button 246 is detected on the FTP setting screen 64, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S241 to step S244 in FIG. 22 to confirm the password. That is, it is confirmed whether the password is entered on the FTP setting screen 64 in step S240, and whether the entered password is the correct one corresponding to the current FTP setting. After confirming that the correct password has been entered, the CPU 71 proceeds to step S250.
If the password has not been entered or the password is determined to be incorrect, the CPU 71 performs a warning process in step S247. For example, a warning message such as "Please enter the password" or "The password is incorrect" is displayed. Then, the process returns to step S240.

If the user allows the password not to be set when saving the selected FTP setting, the process may proceed to step S250 without performing the process of step S244.

When the process proceeds to step S250, the CPU 71 performs a process for transferring the FTP setting.
First, the CPU 71 displays the overwrite confirmation screen 65 (see FIG. 13C) in step S250, and waits for the user's operation.
When the user operates the cancel button 248, the CPU 71 returns from step S251 to the process of the FTP setting screen 64 in step S240 (the state before the operation of the reflection instruction button 246).

When the user operates the OK button 247 on the overwrite confirmation screen 65 displayed in step S250, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S251 to step S252 to execute the transfer process. That is, the CPU 71 reads the information of the FTP setting selected by the user from the storage medium 5 and collectively transmits the information to the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication. The image pickup device 1 side receives the information of the FTP setting and reflects it as its own setting.

The CPU 71 confirms the completion of the transfer in step S253, and when the transfer process (and the reflection in the image pickup apparatus 1) is completed, the CPU 71 performs the output process of the reflection notification screen 66 (see FIG. 13D) in step S254.
Then, in response to the operation of the OK button 249 of the user or the time-out, the process returns to step S201 of FIG. 21 to process the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.
Although not shown, if the FTP setting cannot be reflected on the image pickup device 1 side even after transfer, an error notification or the like is output and the process returns to step S201.

If the communication is being connected to a plurality of image pickup devices 1, the transfer process in step S252 performs collation processing of the FTP settings with each image pickup device 1 as described with reference to FIG. 20, and the image pickup device 1 can be reflected. It is also possible to send the FTP settings to it.
Alternatively, the FTP setting information may be transferred to all the image pickup devices 1 connected by communication, and the received FTP setting may be reflected in each image pickup device 1 if possible.

When the editing operation is detected on the FTP setting screen 64, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S242 to step S245 in FIG. 22 to confirm the password in the same manner as in step S244. If the password has not been entered or the password is determined to be inappropriate, the CPU 71 performs a warning process in step S247 and returns to step S240.
When it is determined that the password is appropriate (and the password is not required for the FTP setting this time), the CPU 71 proceeds to step S260 of FIG. 23 to perform input support processing.
The password may not be confirmed for the editing operation.

The editing operation is an operation such as tapping the area of the setting information group name 242 on the FTP setting screen 64, and the CPU 71 displays the keyboard 235 as shown in FIG. 14C accordingly. In addition, input processing is performed according to the operation of the user's keyboard 235.

In the process of processing the user's input, the CPU 71 monitors the delete operation in step S261, monitors the cancel operation in step S262, and monitors the input completion in step S263.
For example, when the user operates the return button 241 while leaving the area of the setting information group name 242 blank, the CPU 71 recognizes it as a cancel operation and returns from step S262 to step S201 of FIG. That is, the setting information group name 242 is not updated.

For example, when the user operates the return button 241 while inputting some character string in the area of the setting information group name 242, the CPU 71 recognizes that it is an input completion operation, proceeds from step S263 to step S264 in FIG. 23, and is selecting. Update the setting information group name 242 for the FTP setting of. Then, the process returns to the process of the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61 in step S201 of FIG.

When the operation of the delete button 240 is detected in step S243 of FIG. 22, the CPU 71 proceeds to step S246 and confirms the password in the same manner as in step S244. If the password has not been entered or the password is determined to be inappropriate, the CPU 71 performs a warning process in step S247 and returns to step S240.
If it is determined that the password is appropriate (and no password is required for the FTP setting this time), the CPU 71 proceeds to step S270 in FIG. 23.
Regarding the deletion operation, the password confirmation in step S246 may not be performed.
Further, when the operation of the delete button 240 is detected in step S261, the CPU 71 proceeds to step S270.

In step S270, the CPU 71 displays the deletion confirmation screen 67 (see FIG. 15C) and waits for the user's operation.
When the user operates the cancel button 251, the CPU 71 returns from step S271 to the process of the camera setting screen 56 in step S240 of FIG. 22 (the state before the operation of the delete button 240).

When the user operates the OK button 250 on the deletion confirmation screen 59 displayed in step S270 of FIG. 23, the CPU 71 proceeds from step S271 to step S272 to execute the deletion process. That is, the CPU 71 deletes the information of the FTP setting selected by the user from the storage medium 5.
When the CPU 71 completes the deletion, the process proceeds from step S273 to step S274 to output the deletion notification screen 68 (see FIG. 15D).
Then, in response to the operation of the OK button 252 of the user or the time-out, the process returns to step S201 of FIG. 21 to process the FTP setting save / reflect screen 61.

For example, the user interface described with reference to FIGS. 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 is executed by the above processes of FIGS. 21, 22, and 23.
Further, when the FTP setting screen 64 is processed in step S240, the display as described with reference to FIGS. 10A and 10B may be performed. That is, the image captured in the FTP setting may be displayed, or the usage history (transfer count, latest transfer date and time, etc.) of the FTP setting may be displayed.

The above processing examples of FIGS. 17 to 23 are examples, and various examples can be considered.
In the processing of the setting save / reflection screen in step S101 of FIG. 17 and the processing of the FTP setting save / reflection screen in step S201 of FIG. 21, the list display units 120 and 220 are displayed, but the list display units 120 and 220 display the list display units 120 and 220. , The setting information group that can be reflected may be displayed so that the user can recognize it, corresponding to the image pickup apparatus 1 currently connected to the communication.
For example, during a communication connection with a certain imaging device, each setting information group indicated by the setting information display 121 and 221 on the list display units 120 and 220 is collated with one or a plurality of connected imaging devices 1. .. That is, as in step S303 of FIG. 20, it is collated whether or not the setting can be reflected. Then, the setting information group that can be reflected to the image pickup apparatus 1 currently connected to the communication is made to be recognized by the user on the setting information display 121 and 221.
For example, as shown in FIGS. 24A and 24B, the setting information displays 121 and 221 of the setting information group that can be reflected to the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication are highlighted to distinguish them.
This makes it easy for the user to select the setting information group.

<6. Summary and modification>
The following effects can be obtained in the above embodiments.
In the information processing device 2 of the embodiment, the first setting storage processing unit 31 and the first setting storage processing unit 31 perform a storage process for the camera setting (first setting information group) of the image pickup device 1 in the storage medium 5. A first setting transfer processing unit 32 that performs a process of transferring the camera settings stored in the storage medium 5 to the image pickup apparatus 1 is provided.
Further, the information processing device 2 is stored in the storage medium 5 by the second setting storage processing unit 33 and the second setting storage processing unit 33 that perform storage processing for the FTP setting (second setting information group) of the image pickup device 1 in the storage medium 5. A second setting transfer processing unit 34 that performs a process of transferring the FTP settings stored in the image pickup device 1 to the image pickup apparatus 1 is provided.
Further, the information processing device 2 includes a UI control unit 35 that performs user interface processing for saving the camera settings, transferring the camera settings, saving the FTP settings, and transferring the FTP settings.
The UI control unit 35 requests input of path information (password) when operating the transfer processing of the FTP setting (steps S240 and S244 in FIG. 22), and passes when operating the transfer processing of the camera setting. The request for information (password) is not made (steps S140 to S152 in FIG. 18).

By using such a user interface in the information processing device 2, the user can easily handle various settings. That is, it is possible to store the setting suitable for the situation in the information processing device 2 by an easy operation, and to call it when necessary and reflect it in the image pickup device 1 to be used. As a result, it is possible to provide an extremely convenient usage environment for users who use different settings such as experts and professional photographers.
Further, as various settings in the image pickup apparatus 1, there are setting items that are not particularly confidential and do not require much attention to information leakage. Since such setting items can be collectively saved / transferred by a simple operation, the usability of the image pickup apparatus 1 is greatly improved.
In the embodiment, "camera setting", which is all the setting items except the FTP setting, is set as the setting item of the first setting information group, but these can be saved / transferred collectively without requiring a password to capture an image. Various settings can be easily used properly when the device 1 is used, and the usability is greatly improved.
On the other hand, for setting items that have security requirements (for example, FTP settings), it is possible to prevent the settings from being transferred without permission by requesting a password.
That is, by changing the storage / transfer between the first setting information group and the second setting information group in different systems and whether or not there is a request for path information, it is possible to realize storage / transfer suitable for the setting item.

Further, for the user, the camera settings and the FTP settings that have been used up to that point may be lost due to replacement by purchase or repair and replacement of the image pickup apparatus 1. In that case, it is very troublesome to manually restore the setting state. Moreover, since the user does not always completely remember the original setting state, the setting state may not be restored. In such a case, it is extremely useful to be able to reflect the saved camera settings and FTP settings in the new image pickup apparatus 1 by using the operation of the present embodiment.

In the embodiment, all the camera setting setting items are set to the first setting information group and the FTP setting setting items are set to the second setting information group in advance. For example, the user sets the first setting information group and the second setting information. The setting items included in the group may be selectable.
That is, the security may be arbitrarily controlled by including the setting items that the user wants to keep secret in the setting items included in the second setting information group.

In addition, an example of a password is given as an example of "path information", but the present invention is not limited to this.
Instead of setting and inputting the password by the user, for example, the user may input unique identification information or the like during the transfer process.
Further, instead of password input, authentication processing for a user who performs an operation for saving or transferring may be performed as face authentication, voiceprint authentication, pupil authentication, fingerprint authentication, or the like.

In the information processing device 2 of the embodiment, the UI control unit 35 requests the setting of path information when operating the FTP setting saving process, and the saving process when operating the FTP setting transfer processing. Changed to require the input of the path information set at the time.
The user inputs a password in the process of saving the FTP setting (second setting information group). As a result, the password can be set arbitrarily, and the security setting (control of the difficulty level of the password, etc.) according to the user's idea becomes possible.
In some cases, the password can be saved without input, and the user who thinks that the password is unnecessary may not need the password at the time of transfer for the FTP setting information which is the second setting information group. did. As a result, it is possible to properly use the FTP setting with a password, the FTP setting without a password, and the like for the FTP setting.

In the embodiment, the UI control unit 35 presents the model identification information 133 and 233 of the image pickup device 1 during communication connection in the operation process related to the storage process by the first setting storage processing unit 31 or the second setting storage processing unit 33. I tried to do it.
The saving process of the camera setting (first setting information group) and the FTP setting (second setting information group) is a process of reading the setting information group from the image pickup device 1 during communication connection and storing it in the storage medium. By presenting the model identification information of the device 1 to the user, it is possible to correctly recognize which image pickup device 1 the setting information group to be saved by the user belongs to.
For example, when there are a plurality of image pickup devices 1 in the surroundings, it is possible to save the necessary setting information group without making a mistake.

In the embodiment, the UI control unit 35 obtains and saves the setting information group from the image pickup device during the communication connection in the operation process related to the saving process by the first setting saving processing unit 31 or the second setting saving processing unit 33. The user input of the setting information group names 132 and 232 of is enabled.
In a state where a plurality of camera settings (first setting information group) and a plurality of FTP settings (second setting information group) are stored in the storage medium 5, the setting information group names 132 and 232 are added to the user. This makes it easier to identify each.
That is, the setting information group saved in the storage medium 5 is subsequently selected during the transfer process, but the user can set the setting information group names 132 and 232, so that the setting information group name after saving can be set. The display makes it possible to select a desired setting information group, which improves usability. For example, the setting information group names 122 and 222 of the list display units 120 and 220, and the setting information group names 142 and 242 of the camera setting screen 56 and the FTP setting screen 64 are displayed, so that selection is easy.
Further, the same effect can be obtained by being able to update the setting information group names 142 and 242 of the camera setting screen 56 and the FTP setting screen 64 by user input after saving.

In the embodiment, the first setting storage processing unit 31 or the second setting storage processing unit 33 is a setting information group which is a first setting information group or a second setting information group at the time of storage processing to the storage medium 5. On the other hand, the setting information group name, the storage date and time information, the model discrimination information of the image pickup device 1 from which the setting information group was read, and the firmware version information of the image pickup device 1 from which the setting information group was read out are associated and saved.
As a result, the associated information can be presented at the time of transfer processing or list display, and the user can appropriately and easily select a desired setting information group as the target of transfer processing.
It is desirable to save the model identification information of the image pickup apparatus 1 as non-rewritable information. For example, if the user rewrites or erases the information by mistake, the compatible model of the setting information group may not be known later.
Further, the setting information group name, the storage date / time information, the model discrimination information of the image pickup device 1 that reads out the setting information group, and the firmware version information of the image pickup device 1 that reads out the setting information group are not all of them, but at least one. It may be associated and saved.

In the embodiment, the UI control unit 35 uses the camera setting (1 setting information group) to be transferred by the first setting transfer processing unit 32 or the FTP setting screen (1st setting information group) to be transferred by the second setting transfer processing unit 34. Regarding (2 setting information group), at least the setting information group name, the save date / time information, the model identification information of the corresponding image pickup device, and the firmware version information of the corresponding image pickup device are presented. For example, it is presented by the setting information group displays 121 and 212 of the list display units 120 and 220.
This makes it convenient to select the setting information group to be transferred. The user can appropriately and easily select the desired setting information group as the target of the transfer process.
It should be noted that not all of the setting information group name, the storage date / time information, the model identification information, and the firmware version as in the embodiment may be presented.

The UI control unit 35 of the embodiment presents model discrimination information of the image pickup device 1 during communication connection in the operation process related to the transfer processing by the first setting transfer processing unit 32 or the second setting transfer processing unit 34. .. For example, on the setting save / reflection screen 52 and the FTP setting save / reflection screen 61, the connected camera names 111 and 211 are displayed as model identification information of the image pickup device 1 during communication connection.
As a result, the user can correctly recognize the transfer destination of the transfer process. It is also possible to select a matching setting information group after recognizing the transfer destination. In particular, when there are a plurality of image pickup devices 1 in the vicinity, the user can perform the operation without making a mistake in the transfer destination.

The UI control unit 35 of the embodiment is among the first setting information group to be transferred by the first setting transfer processing unit 32 or the second setting information group to be transferred by the second setting transfer processing unit 34. , An example of presenting a group of setting information suitable for one or more image pickup devices in a communication connection is given.
For example, in the list display units 120 and 220, the setting information display 121 and 221 of the setting information group that can be reflected to the image pickup device 1 currently connected to the communication are highlighted, and the setting information group that cannot be reflected. Display separately.
As a result, the user can correctly recognize the setting information group valid for the current transfer destination (imaging device 1 during communication) and select the setting information group to be transferred.
Further, as a result, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the setting information group that cannot be reflected is selected and the operation is redone.

In the UI control unit 35 of the embodiment, the first setting information group stored in the storage medium 5 by the first setting storage processing unit 31 or the second setting stored in the storage medium 5 by the second setting storage processing unit 33. In addition to enabling the deletion operation for the information group, the information regarding the use of the setting information group targeted for deletion is presented in the process of the deletion operation.
When deleting the saved setting information group, the user can reconfirm the saving target by presenting the transfer count, transfer history, latest transfer date / time, save date / time, compatible model, etc. of the setting information group.
Since the setting information group does not allow the user to visually recognize the substance of the data, it is difficult for the user to always accurately recognize what kind of setting each setting was. Therefore, by presenting information on usage, it is possible to make it easier for the user to recognize what kind of setting information content was.
In particular, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, by displaying the image captured by the setting information group targeted for deletion and the usage history, the user's memory can be more effectively evoked, and the setting information group is really deleted. It gives the user an opportunity to reconfirm whether or not it is okay to do so.
As described above, it is also effective to display this information not only when deleting but also when the setting information group is selected.

In the embodiment, the first setting storage processing unit 31 performs a storage process of collectively storing all the setting information corresponding to the first setting information group in the image pickup device 1 connected by communication to the storage medium 5 (step of FIG. 17). S120).
As a result, all the setting information of the first setting information group can be saved by one (series) saving processing operation, and the saving work is streamlined.
In addition to the batch saving, for example, a process of saving only a part of the setting information in the first setting item group may be possible.

In the embodiment, the second setting storage processing unit 33 performs a storage process of collectively storing all the setting information corresponding to the second setting information group in the image pickup device 1 connected by communication to the storage medium 5 (step of FIG. 21). S220).
As a result, all the setting information of the second setting information group can be saved by one (series) saving processing operation, and the saving work is streamlined.
In addition to the batch saving, for example, a process of saving only a part of the setting information in the second setting item group may be possible.

The first setting transfer processing unit 32 or the second setting transfer processing unit 34 of the embodiment collectively transfers all the setting information in the setting information group selected as the transfer target to the image pickup device 1 connected by communication. The transfer process is performed (step S152 in FIG. 18 and step S252 in FIG. 22).
As a result, all the setting information of the first setting information group or the second setting information group can be transferred to the image pickup apparatus 1 and reflected by one (series) transfer processing operation, and the transfer work can be performed. Be efficient.
Not limited to batch transfer, for example, it may be possible for the user to select and transfer a part of the setting information in the first setting item group or the second setting information group.

Although mentioned in the embodiment, when a plurality of image pickup devices 1 are connected by communication, the first setting transfer processing unit 32 or the second setting transfer processing unit 34 connects to the plurality of image pickup devices 1 which are connected by communication. Then, the transfer process may be performed to collectively transfer all the setting items in the setting information group targeted for the transfer process.
For example, in step S152 of FIG. 18 and step S252 of FIG. 22, the setting information group is transferred to the plurality of image pickup devices 1.
As a result, all the setting information of the first setting information group or the second setting information group can be transferred to a plurality of imaging devices 1 during communication and reflected by one (series) transfer processing operation. Therefore, the transfer work becomes extremely efficient. This function is particularly suitable when a plurality of image pickup devices 1 are to be used with the same settings.

In the embodiment, when a plurality of image pickup devices 1 are connected by communication, the first setting transfer processing unit 32 or the second setting transfer processing unit 34 sets the setting information group targeted for the transfer processing. An example of performing transfer processing so that the information group is reflected in a compatible imaging device is given (see FIG. 20).
As a result, even when a plurality of image pickup devices 1 are connected by communication, the transfer process is not performed on the image pickup device 1 that cannot reflect the transferred setting information group. The user can perform the operation without worrying even when the image pickup device 1 which is a non-adaptive model for the setting information group to be transferred is connected to the communication.

In the embodiment, it is assumed that the camera setting, which is the first setting information group, includes the setting item of the custom key setting.
Custom key settings are variously set for each user and each model. It is preferable that such settings can be included in the first setting information group and saved.
In particular, since it is a user-specific setting, it is reflected in the image pickup device 1 including the custom key setting when the user uses the image pickup device 1 that is not normally used or when the user starts using the new image pickup device 1. If possible, it would be extremely convenient for the user to use it in a familiar state immediately.

In the embodiment, it is assumed that the camera setting which is the first setting information group includes the information of the settable item of the custom menu and the setting value of each settable item.
Custom menu settings are also set in various ways for each user and model. It is preferable that such settings can be included in the first setting information group and saved.
Since the custom menu setting is also a user-specific setting, the image pickup device 1 including the custom menu setting is included when the user uses the image pickup device 1 which is not normally used or when the new image pickup device 1 is started to be used. If it can be reflected in, it will be possible for the user to use it in a familiar state immediately, which is extremely convenient.

In the embodiment, the second setting information group includes setting items as the FTP setting of the image pickup apparatus 1.
The FTP setting is a setting related to communication with an external server or the like, and a certain degree of security is required. Therefore, it is preferable to include such a setting in the second setting information group so that the information cannot be transferred without the path information.

In the embodiment, the setting item as the FTP setting of the image pickup apparatus 1 is set as the second setting information group, and all the setting items (camera settings) other than the FTP setting are set as the first setting information group.
The FTP setting is a setting related to communication with an external server or the like, and is included in the second setting information group because a certain degree of security is required. In this case, by setting all other settings (camera settings) as the first setting information group, by saving / transferring the first setting information group, almost all settings can be saved and transferred (setting reflection). It can be done and will be very convenient.

The program of the embodiment is a program for causing, for example, a CPU, a DSP, or a device including these to execute the processes shown in FIGS. 17 to 23.
That is, the program of the embodiment includes a first setting saving process for storing the first setting information group of the image pickup apparatus 1 in the storage medium 5, and a first setting saved in the storage medium 5 by the first setting saving process. The information processing device is made to execute the first setting transfer process for transferring the information group to the image pickup apparatus 1.
Further, the program is subjected to a second setting saving process for saving the second setting information group based on the setting information of the imaging device 1 not included in the first setting information group in the storage medium 5, and a second setting saving process. The information processing apparatus is made to execute the second setting transfer process of transferring the second setting information group stored in the storage medium 5 to the image pickup apparatus 1.
Further, the program performs user interface processing for the first setting saving process, the first setting transfer process, the second setting saving process, and the second setting transfer process, and also passes when operating the second setting transfer process. The information processing apparatus is made to execute a user interface control process for requesting the input of information and not requesting the path information at the time of the operation of the first setting transfer process.
With such a program, the above-mentioned information processing device 2 can be realized in, for example, a mobile terminal device, a personal computer, or other device capable of executing information processing.

A program that realizes such an information processing device 2 can be recorded in advance in an HDD as a recording medium built in a device such as a computer device, a ROM in a microcomputer having a CPU, or the like.
Alternatively, flexible discs, CD-ROMs (Compact Disc Read Only Memory), MO (Magnet optical) discs, DVDs (Digital Versatile Discs), Blu-ray discs (Blu-ray Discs (registered trademarks)), magnetic discs, semiconductor memories, It can be temporarily or permanently stored (recorded) on a removable recording medium such as a memory card. Such a removable recording medium can be provided as so-called package software.
In addition to installing such a program from a removable recording medium on a personal computer or the like, it can also be downloaded from a download site via a network such as a LAN (Local Area Network) or the Internet.

Further, such a program is suitable for a wide range of provision of the information processing apparatus 2 of the embodiment. For example, by downloading a program to a personal computer, a portable information processing device, a mobile phone, a game device, a video device, a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), or the like, the personal computer or the like functions as the information processing device 2 of the present disclosure. be able to.

According to the embodiment, the following configuration is also disclosed.

In addition to performing user interface processing for the first setting item related to the setting of the image pickup apparatus and the processing related to the second setting item different from the first setting item.
An information processing device including a user interface control unit that controls requesting input of path information in user interface processing related to the second setting item.

The first setting item is, for example, one or a plurality of setting items included in the above-mentioned first setting information group.
The second setting item is, for example, one or a plurality of setting items included in the above-mentioned second setting information group.
In this case, the user interface processing related to the second setting item includes the screen display for the user when performing the above-mentioned saving processing, transfer processing, editing processing of setting contents, deletion processing of setting items, display processing of setting contents, and the like. And user operation detection processing is expected.
The information processing device can realize a different treatment from the processing of the first setting item by requesting the user to input the path information in the user interface processing relating to the second setting item.

It should be noted that the effects described in the present specification are merely examples and are not limited, and other effects may be obtained.

The present technology can also adopt the following configurations.
(1)
The first setting storage processing unit that performs the storage processing of the first setting information group of the image pickup device on the storage medium, and
A first setting transfer processing unit that performs a process of transferring the first setting information group stored in the storage medium by the first setting storage processing unit to the image pickup apparatus.
A second setting storage processing unit that performs storage processing on a storage medium for the second setting information group based on the setting information of the imaging device that is not included in the first setting information group.
A second setting transfer processing unit that performs a process of transferring the second setting information group stored in the storage medium by the second setting storage processing unit to the image pickup apparatus.
The user interface processing for the saving process of the first setting information group, the transfer processing of the first setting information group, the saving process of the second setting information group, and the transfer processing of the second setting information group is performed, and the above. User interface control that requires input of path information when operating the transfer processing of the second setting information group, and does not request information about the path information when operating the transfer processing of the first setting information group. An information processing device equipped with a unit.
(2)
The user interface control unit requests the setting of path information when operating the saving process of the second setting information group, and the second setting when operating the transfer processing of the second setting information group. The information processing device according to (1) above, which requests input of path information set during information group storage processing.
(3)
The user interface control unit
The information processing device according to (1) or (2) above, which presents model identification information of an imaging device during a communication connection in the operation process related to the storage process by the first setting storage processing unit or the second setting storage processing unit. ..
(4)
The user interface control unit
In the operation process related to the saving process by the first setting saving processing unit or the second setting saving processing unit, it is possible for the user to input the setting information group name for the setting information group acquired and saved from the image pickup device connected to the communication. The information processing device according to any one of (1) to (3) above.
(5)
The first setting storage processing unit or the second setting storage processing unit sets the setting information group which is the first setting information group or the second setting information group at the time of storage processing to the storage medium. At least one of the information group name, the save date / time information, the model identification information of the image pickup device that reads out the setting information group, and the firmware version information of the image pickup device that reads out the setting information group is saved in association with each other (from (1) above. The information processing device according to any one of 4).
(6)
The user interface control unit
For the first setting information group to be transferred by the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting information group to be transferred by the second setting transfer processing unit, at least the setting information group name, storage date and time information, and so on. The information processing device according to any one of (1) to (5) above, which presents either the model identification information of the corresponding imaging device or the firmware version information of the corresponding imaging device.
(7)
The user interface control unit
The description according to any one of (1) to (6) above, which presents the model identification information of the image pickup apparatus during communication connection in the operation process related to the transfer processing by the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit. Information processing device.
(8)
The user interface control unit
One or more of the first setting information group to be transferred by the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting information group to be transferred by the second setting transfer processing unit during communication connection. The information processing apparatus according to any one of (1) to (7) above, which clearly presents a group of setting information suitable for the imaging apparatus of.
(9)
The user interface control unit
It is possible to delete the first setting information group stored in the storage medium by the first setting storage processing unit or the second setting information group stored in the storage medium by the second setting storage processing unit. The information processing apparatus according to any one of (1) to (8) above, which presents information regarding the use of the setting information group to be deleted in the process of the deletion operation.
(10)
The first setting storage processing unit performs a storage process for collectively storing all the setting information corresponding to the first setting information group in the image pickup device connected by communication to the storage medium, any of the above (1) to (9). The information processing device described in.
(11)
The second setting storage processing unit performs a storage process for collectively storing all the setting information corresponding to the second setting information group in the image pickup device connected by communication to the storage medium, any of the above (1) to (10). The information processing device described in.
(12)
The first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit performs a transfer process for collectively transferring all the setting information in the setting information group selected as the transfer target to the image pickup device connected by communication. The information processing device according to any one of (1) to (11) above.
(13)
When multiple imaging devices are connected via communication
The first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit collectively transfers all setting items in the setting information group targeted for transfer processing to a plurality of image pickup devices connected by communication. The information processing apparatus according to any one of (1) to (12) above.
(14)
When multiple imaging devices are connected via communication
The first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit
The information processing apparatus according to any one of (1) to (13) above, wherein the setting information group targeted for the transfer processing is transferred so that the setting information group is reflected in an image pickup device to which the setting information group can be adapted.
(15)
The information processing device according to any one of (1) to (14) above, wherein the first setting information group includes setting items for custom key settings.
(16)
The information processing apparatus according to any one of (1) to (15) above, wherein the first setting information group includes information on settable items of a custom menu and set values of each settable item.
(17)
The information processing device according to any one of (1) to (16) above, wherein the second setting information group includes setting items as FTP settings of the imaging device.
(18)
The setting item as the FTP setting of the image pickup apparatus is defined as the second setting information group.
The information processing device according to any one of (1) to (17) above, wherein all the setting items other than the setting items as the FTP settings are the first setting information group.
(19)
The first setting saving process for saving the first setting information group of the image pickup device to the storage medium, and
The first setting transfer process for performing the process of transferring the first setting information group saved in the storage medium by the first setting storage process to the image pickup apparatus, and the first setting transfer process.
The second setting saving process for saving the second setting information group based on the setting information of the imaging device not included in the first setting information group to the storage medium, and the second setting saving process.
A second setting transfer process that performs a process of transferring the second setting information group saved in the storage medium by the second setting storage process to the image pickup apparatus, and a second setting transfer process.
The user interface processing for the first setting saving process, the first setting transfer process, the second setting saving process, and the second setting transfer process is performed, and a pass is performed when operating the second setting transfer process. A user interface control process that requests input of information and prevents the request for path information from being made during the operation of the first setting transfer process.
Information processing method that the information processing device executes.
(20)
The first setting saving process for saving the first setting information group of the image pickup device to the storage medium, and
The first setting transfer process for performing the process of transferring the first setting information group saved in the storage medium by the first setting storage process to the image pickup apparatus, and the first setting transfer process.
The second setting saving process for saving the second setting information group based on the setting information of the imaging device not included in the first setting information group to the storage medium, and the second setting saving process.
A second setting transfer process that performs a process of transferring the second setting information group saved in the storage medium by the second setting storage process to the image pickup apparatus, and a second setting transfer process.
The user interface processing for the first setting saving process, the first setting transfer process, the second setting saving process, and the second setting transfer process is performed, and a pass is performed when operating the second setting transfer process. A user interface control process that requests input of information and prevents the request for path information from being made during the operation of the first setting transfer process.
Is a program that causes the information processing device to execute.

1,1A, 1B, 1C image pickup device, 2 information processing device, 4 server device, 5,5A, 5B storage medium, 6 network, 11 lens system, 12 image pickup element section, 13 camera signal processing section, 14 recording control section, 15 Display unit, 16 Communication unit, 17 Operation unit, 18 Camera control unit, 19 Memory unit, 22 Driver unit, 23 Sensor unit, 31 1st setting save processing unit, 32 1st setting transfer processing unit, 33 2nd setting save Processing unit, 34 Second setting transfer processing unit, 35 UI control unit, 50 Top screen, 51 Setting menu screen, 52 Setting save / reflect screen, 53 Settings save screen, 54 Delete notification screen, 55 Save notification screen, 56 Camera settings Screen, 57 Overwrite confirmation screen, 58 Reflection notification screen, 59 Delete confirmation screen, 61 FTP setting save / reflect screen, 62 FTP setting save screen, 63 Save notification screen, 64 FTP setting screen, 65 Overwrite confirmation screen, 66 Reflection notification screen , 67 Delete confirmation screen, 68 Delete notification screen, 70 Information processing device, 71 CPU, 72 ROM, 73 RAM, 74 bus, 75 input / output interface, 76 input unit, 77 display unit, 78 audio output unit, 79 storage unit, 80 communication unit, 81 removable recording medium, 82 drive, 100 menu button, 101 menu item, 102 menu item, 103 setting button, 104 complete button, 110 setting menu call button, 111 connected camera name, 112 save indicator, 120 list Display, 121 setting information group display, 122 setting information group name, 123 save date and time, 124 model identification information, 125 firmware version, 130 OK button, 131 cancel button, 132 setting information group name, 133 model identification information, 134 firmware version , 135 keyboard, 136 OK button, 140 delete button, 141 back button, 142 setting information group name, 143 creation date and time, 144 model identification information, 145 firmware version, 146 reflection instruction button, 147 OK button, 148 cancel button, 149 OK Button, 150 OK button, 151 cancel button, 152 OK button, 15 3 Image display unit, 154 images, 155 history display unit, 156 transfer counts, 157 latest transfer date and time, 210 setting menu call button, 211 connected camera name, 212 save instruction unit, 220 list display unit, 221 setting information group display, 222 Setting information group name, 223 save date and time, 224 model identification information, 225 firmware version, 230 OK button, 231 cancel button, 232 setting information group name, 233 model identification information, 234 firmware version, 235 keyboard, 236 password input section, 237 OK button, 240 delete button, 241 back button, 242 setting information group name, 243 creation date and time, 244 model identification information, 245 firmware version, 246 reflection instruction button, 247 OK button, 248 cancel button, 249 OK button, 250 OK button , 251 Cancel button, 252 OK button, 260 Password input section

Claims (20)

The first setting storage processing unit that performs the storage processing of the first setting information group of the image pickup device on the storage medium, and
A first setting transfer processing unit that performs a process of transferring the first setting information group stored in the storage medium by the first setting storage processing unit to the image pickup apparatus.
A second setting storage processing unit that performs storage processing on a storage medium for the second setting information group based on the setting information of the imaging device that is not included in the first setting information group.
A second setting transfer processing unit that performs a process of transferring the second setting information group stored in the storage medium by the second setting storage processing unit to the image pickup apparatus.
The user interface processing for the saving process of the first setting information group, the transfer processing of the first setting information group, the saving process of the second setting information group, and the transfer processing of the second setting information group is performed, and the above. User interface control that requires input of path information when operating the transfer processing of the second setting information group, and does not request information about the path information when operating the transfer processing of the first setting information group. An information processing device equipped with a unit. The user interface control unit requests the setting of path information when operating the saving process of the second setting information group, and the second setting when operating the transfer processing of the second setting information group. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1, which requires input of path information set during the information group storage process. The user interface control unit
The information processing device according to claim 1, which presents model identification information of an image pickup device during a communication connection in an operation process related to the storage process by the first setting storage processing unit or the second setting storage processing unit. The user interface control unit
In the operation process related to the saving process by the first setting saving processing unit or the second setting saving processing unit, the user input of the setting information group name for the setting information group acquired and saved from the image pickup device connected to the communication is possible. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1. The first setting storage processing unit or the second setting storage processing unit sets the setting information group which is the first setting information group or the second setting information group at the time of storage processing to the storage medium. The first aspect of claim 1, wherein at least one of the information group name, the storage date / time information, the model identification information of the image pickup device that reads out the setting information group, and the firmware version information of the image pickup device that reads out the setting information group is stored in association with each other. Information processing device. The user interface control unit
For the first setting information group to be transferred by the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting information group to be transferred by the second setting transfer processing unit, at least the setting information group name, storage date and time information, and the like. The information processing device according to claim 1, which presents either model identification information of the corresponding imaging device or firmware version information of the corresponding imaging device. The user interface control unit
The information processing device according to claim 1, which presents model identification information of an image pickup device during a communication connection in an operation process related to transfer processing by the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit. The user interface control unit
One or more of the first setting information group to be transferred by the first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting information group to be transferred by the second setting transfer processing unit during communication connection. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the setting information group suitable for the imaging apparatus of the above is clearly presented. The user interface control unit
It is possible to delete the first setting information group stored in the storage medium by the first setting storage processing unit or the second setting information group stored in the storage medium by the second setting storage processing unit. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1, which presents information regarding the use of the setting information group to be deleted in the process of the deletion operation. The information processing device according to claim 1, wherein the first setting storage processing unit performs storage processing for collectively storing all setting information corresponding to the first setting information group in a communication-connected imaging device in a storage medium. The information processing device according to claim 1, wherein the second setting storage processing unit performs storage processing for collectively storing all the setting information corresponding to the second setting information group in the image pickup device connected by communication in a storage medium. The first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit performs a transfer process for collectively transferring all the setting information in the setting information group selected as the transfer target to the image pickup device connected by communication. The information processing device according to claim 1. When multiple imaging devices are connected via communication
The first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit collectively transfers all setting items in the setting information group targeted for transfer processing to a plurality of image pickup devices connected by communication. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1. When multiple imaging devices are connected via communication
The first setting transfer processing unit or the second setting transfer processing unit
The information processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the setting information group targeted for the transfer processing is transferred so that the setting information group is reflected in an image pickup device to which the setting information group can be adapted. The information processing device according to claim 1, wherein the first setting information group includes setting items for custom key setting. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the first setting information group includes information on settable items of a custom menu and set values of each settable item. The information processing device according to claim 1, wherein the second setting information group includes setting items as FTP settings of the image pickup device. The setting item as the FTP setting of the image pickup apparatus is defined as the second setting information group.
The information processing device according to claim 1, wherein all the setting items other than the setting items as the FTP settings are the first setting information group. The first setting saving process for saving the first setting information group of the image pickup device to the storage medium, and
The first setting transfer process for performing the process of transferring the first setting information group saved in the storage medium by the first setting storage process to the image pickup apparatus, and the first setting transfer process.
The second setting saving process for saving the second setting information group based on the setting information of the imaging device not included in the first setting information group to the storage medium, and the second setting saving process.
A second setting transfer process that performs a process of transferring the second setting information group saved in the storage medium by the second setting storage process to the image pickup apparatus, and a second setting transfer process.
The user interface processing for the first setting saving process, the first setting transfer process, the second setting saving process, and the second setting transfer process is performed, and a pass is performed when operating the second setting transfer process. A user interface control process that requests input of information and prevents the request for path information from being made during the operation of the first setting transfer process.
Information processing method that the information processing device executes. The first setting saving process for saving the first setting information group of the image pickup device to the storage medium, and
The first setting transfer process for performing the process of transferring the first setting information group saved in the storage medium by the first setting storage process to the image pickup apparatus, and the first setting transfer process.
The second setting saving process for saving the second setting information group based on the setting information of the imaging device not included in the first setting information group to the storage medium, and the second setting saving process.
A second setting transfer process that performs a process of transferring the second setting information group saved in the storage medium by the second setting storage process to the image pickup apparatus, and a second setting transfer process.
The user interface processing for the first setting saving process, the first setting transfer process, the second setting saving process, and the second setting transfer process is performed, and a pass is performed when operating the second setting transfer process. A user interface control process that requests input of information and prevents the request for path information from being made during the operation of the first setting transfer process.
Is a program that causes the information processing device to execute.

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