JP3031286U - Watch with language learning function - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Abstract] [Problem] With a language learning function, when a predetermined time comes, sentence examples for language learning are automatically pronounced for a desired unit time, and forcibly make the ear habits necessary for language learning To provide a clock. SOLUTION: This timepiece has a timepiece main body, a recording medium in which a content of a language learning curriculum is recorded, a reproducing apparatus for the recording medium, and a sound for generating sound from the recording medium reproduced by the reproducing apparatus. A generator and a controller for controlling the operation of the reproducing apparatus are provided. Then, the content of the language learning curriculum is recorded on the recording medium based on a fixed unit time. The control device sets and controls the operation start time of the reproducing device and the reproducing time which is an integral multiple of the recording unit time of the recording medium based on the display time of the timepiece body.

Description

[Detailed description of the device]

[0001]

[Technical field to which the device belongs]

 The present invention relates to a timepiece having a language learning function among multifunctional timepieces.

[0002]

[Prior art and its problems]

 Recently, in addition to the original time display function of clocks, there are more and more devices that display constellations or sound the sounds of wild birds in the season so that they can be enjoyed visually or audibly. ing.

On the other hand, a wide variety of language teaching materials are inundated, which makes it difficult to select. However, especially in the case of learning materials for home learning, since all the learning materials are designed so that the user can study at his / her own discretion, there is too much time freedom to continue learning. It tends to be difficult. No matter how good the curriculum is, it does not last long because it requires the willingness and effort of the user for continued use.

An object of the present invention is to provide a language learning function in which, at a predetermined time, sentence examples for language learning are automatically pronounced for a desired unit time, and forcibly perform the ear familiarization required for language learning. It is to provide a watch with a.

[0005]

[Means for achieving the object]

 The present invention is characterized in that it has the following configuration in order to achieve the above object. In other words, this watch has a main body of the watch, a recording medium in which the content of the language learning curriculum is recorded, a reproducing device for the recording medium, and a sound for generating sound from the recording medium reproduced by the reproducing device. A generator and a controller for controlling the operation of the reproducing apparatus are provided. The content of the language learning curriculum is recorded on the recording medium based on a fixed unit time. Further, the control device sets and controls the operation start time of the reproducing device and the reproducing time which is an integral multiple of the recording unit time of the recording medium based on the display time of the timepiece body.

As the recording medium, various types which can be incorporated in or installed side by side with a watch can be adopted, and an optical recording medium such as a magnetic tape or a CD or MD can be used. The playback device is selected according to the type of recording medium.

On the recording medium, for example, basic sentences for learning English conversation are recorded at intervals of 1 minute and recorded by the reproducing device at desired time intervals (for example, in the morning) based on the display time of the timepiece main body. At 7 o'clock) for a desired unit time (for example, 3 minutes).

Further, the contents of everyday conversation in a foreign language may be recorded on the recording medium, and the contents of the conversation that match the display time of the timepiece body may be selectively reproduced by the reproducing device. The watch itself can be either digital or analog, and can be wall-mounted or clock-mounted.

[0009]

[Best Mode for Implementation]

 Hereinafter, the present invention will be described in detail based on illustrated embodiments. FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a timepiece according to an embodiment of the present invention. This timepiece has a language learning kit 2 incorporated into a timepiece main body 1 including a movement, a dial, hands and the like. The language learning kit 2 is a reproducing device 4 of a magnetic tape 3 which is a recording medium in which the contents of the language learning curriculum are recorded, a sound generating device 5 for generating a sound of the magnetic tape 3 reproduced by the reproducing device 4, and a reproducing device. And a control device 6 for controlling the operation of the device 4.

On the magnetic tape 3, the content of the curriculum for learning English conversation is recorded based on a fixed unit time, for example, a relatively short time such as 1 minute, 3 minutes or 5 minutes. In the case of English conversation, a basic example sentence and a Japanese conversation corresponding to it are alternately recorded as recordings per unit time. The recorded contents are different for each unit time. For example, in the case of a 60-minute tape, 20 units of contents are recorded, and at the beginning of each unit time, a signal that can be searched for at the time of reproduction is recorded. The recorded contents include basic daily conversations, words, poems, basic syntax, speedy readings to familiarize yourself with the ears, music, or each time of the day, such as morning and night. The conversation, etc. of the content suitable for being reproduced is recorded. It is advisable to attach a manual and a textbook explaining the contents of the recording to the recording medium 3.

As the magnetic tape reproducing device 4, a general ordinary reproducing device is used, and basically it operates by a signal from the controlling device, but it can be turned on / off manually.

The control device 6 sends to the reproducing device 4 a necessary signal based on the setting unit 6a in which the user sets the time to start reproducing the magnetic tape 3 and the reproducing time, and the information of the setting unit 6a. It has a control unit 6b for outputting. By operating the setting unit 6a, the user presets the curriculum of which rank the recording is to be reproduced from what time to what unit time. For example, the start time is set to 7:00 in the morning, and the playback recording is set to continue 3 units of the third ranking. As a result, when the time comes, the signal from the control unit 6b is input to the reproducing apparatus 4 and the recorded contents are automatically continuously reproduced for 9 minutes, and after the end, the reproduction is likewise automatically stopped. If you want to listen repeatedly, repeat it manually. A plurality of settings can be recorded in the setting section 6a, and recording of different ranks at different times of day can be reproduced for an arbitrary time. Therefore, the user inputs the setting items of the setting unit 6a in advance, so that the recording of the same contents is automatically reproduced every day at the same time and is sounded through the voice generating device 5. This replay sound is forced to repeatedly act on the user's hearing, causing the ear to become accustomed unknowingly over the course of days, and is finally fixed as a voice memory. In particular, in the case of recording content that matches the playback time, it remains as a strong memory that is integrated with the surrounding environmental conditions.

As the recording medium, an optical recording medium such as a CD or MD other than the magnetic tape may be used. In these cases, corresponding reading / reproducing devices are incorporated. When using an optical recording medium, it is desirable that the clock is a stationary clock rather than a wall-mounted one. The recording medium is divided according to age or ability, for example, and the curriculum corresponding to each is recorded and selected by the user as necessary.

The timepiece body may be an analog type or a digital type, but in the case of a digital type, the time signal can be used as it is in the setting unit of the control device.

Further, it is preferable that the reproducing apparatus itself incorporates a general reproducing apparatus that can reproduce an ordinary information recording medium, such as a music tape. Also in this case, normal information recording can be reproduced by the same procedure as described above by operating the control unit and the selection unit of the control device.

[0016]

[Effect of device]

 As described above, according to the present invention, the control device causes the control device to reproduce the recording medium for a desired unit time at a desired time, and the recording is performed on the recording medium based on the unit time. Since the learning curriculum is automatically pronounced, example sentences for language learning etc. will automatically flow for the set unit time at the set time, and you can force the ear habits necessary for language learning to be done everyday. At the same time, it is possible to contact the same contents of the recording, and to effectively fix the recorded information for language learning in the memory.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a timepiece according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 ・ ・ ・ ・ Watch body 2 ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ Language learning kit 3 ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ Magnetic tape 4 ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ Playback device 5 ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ Voice Generator 6 ... Control device 6a Setting unit 6b Control unit

Claims (6)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. A timepiece main body, a recording medium in which the content of a language learning curriculum is recorded, a reproducing device for the recording medium, and a sound generating device for generating sound from the recording medium reproduced by the reproducing device. And a control device for controlling the operation of the reproducing device, wherein the recording medium records the content of the language learning curriculum with reference to a constant unit time, and the control device is based on the display time of the watch body. A clock with a language learning function, characterized by setting and controlling an operation start time of the reproducing device and a reproducing time which is an integral multiple of a recording unit time of the recording medium. 2. The timepiece with a language learning function according to claim 1, wherein the recording medium is a magnetic tape, and the reproducing device is a magnetic tape recording / reproducing device. 3. The timepiece with a language learning function according to claim 1, wherein the recording medium is an optical recording medium, and the reproducing device is a reading device thereof. 4. A basic sentence example for learning English conversation is recorded on the recording medium by dividing the sentence every 1 minute, and is reproduced by the reproducing device at a desired time for a desired unit time. The timepiece having a language learning function according to claim 1, wherein the timepiece has a language learning function. 5. The content of daily conversation in a foreign language is recorded on the recording medium, and the content of the conversation that matches the display time of the timepiece body is selectively reproduced by the reproducing device. A watch with a language learning function according to Item 1. 6. The timepiece with a language learning function according to claim 1, wherein the timepiece main body is a wall-mounted type.