JP3094996U - Optical disc playback device - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] [PROBLEMS] To enable personal storage and preservation of passwords without writing them on memo paper or the like and separately storing them. A control unit of an optical disk device includes an operation unit.
Alternatively, when a password setting change operation command is input from the remote controller 8, a password input screen is generated and output, and the input of a new password is awaited. When a new password is input from the user, the control unit 6 stores the new password in the memory 7, reads out the mail address stored in the memory 7 in advance, and transmits the new password to the transmission unit 5. To control. Transmission unit 5
Transmits the new password to the input e-mail address by e-mail in a predetermined format. The user can save the password by storing the transmitted e-mail, and can refer to the password when inputting the password later.

Description

[Detailed description of the device]

[0001]

[Technical field to which the device belongs]

  This invention is an optical disc playback system that can set and change the parental level. Regarding the device.

[0002]

[Prior art]

  A conventional optical disc reproducing apparatus has a system that has a cruel scene or sexual stimulation on a DVD. You can't watch these scenes when the video containing the scene is recorded. It is equipped with a function that can restrict viewing. This parental control function It is called an internal lock and has a predetermined stage (for example, 8 stages of 1 to 8). Level is provided. This level distinguishes the parental control range , This parental level is recorded on the specified track of the DVD by the creator It

[0003]   When this DVD is set in the optical disk playback device, the DVD playback device The parental level recorded on the device is detected, and the user previously recorded on the device is set. Compared to the specified parental level, the user's parental level is It is judged whether it is above the general level. Here, the user's parental level If the password is higher than the parental level of the disc, you will be prompted to enter the password and the user If the user can enter the password, the video will be played and output to the display unit. It On the other hand, if the password cannot be entered, the video will not be played and viewing will be restricted. Limit Restrict viewing by setting the parental level in this way Since parents can set the parental level and password, You can prevent children from showing cruel or sexually stimulating scenes. Wear.

[0004]   In this way, the optical disc reproducing apparatus that sets the parental level and restricts viewing Have been devised (see, for example, Patent Document 1, Patent Document 2, and Patent Document 3). .

[0005]

[Patent Document 1]         JP, 2001-268510, A

[Patent Document 2]         JP 2001-67771 A

[Patent Document 3]         JP 2002-112181 A

[Problems to be solved by the device]

  As mentioned above, conventional optical disc playback devices that can set parental levels If the parental level set by the user is higher than the parental level of the disk There is one that releases the parental control when a password is entered. Also, if the user You must enter the password when changing the parental level. This password is set in advance by the user and is recorded in the storage section of the optical disk reproducing device. It is remembered.

[0006]   By the way, if the user forgets this password, the parental control can be released. You will not be able to change the parental level as well. Because of this, you Since the password is stored in memory, write it down on a piece of paper, etc. I had to keep a separate notepad with the notes written on it.

[0007]   Also, depending on the device, a common release number is provided and the release number is input. I tried to remove the password by doing this, but with this method, anyone can pass You can cancel the word, and the parental control function has no meaning. .

[0008]   Therefore, the present invention does not require a password to be written on a memo paper or the like and stored separately, To provide an optical disk playback device that enables humans to memorize and save The porpose is to do.

[0009]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

  This invention has the following configuration in order to solve the above problems.

[0010]   The optical disc reproducing apparatus shown in the present invention is used for parental level setting, change, and Storing means for storing the password used when releasing parental control and sending the password And a password as an email to a preset email address. It is characterized in that a control means for controlling the transmission means is provided so as to transmit the code.

[0011]   This control means uses the new password entered when changing the password setting. The password is stored in the storage means and is preset (stored Control the sending means to send to the e-mail address. Or this system The means is to change the parental level setting or to cancel the parental control. If the password is different from the password stored in the storage device, The sending means is controlled so as to send the password to the mail address. Well In addition, this control means stores in the storage means when a password transmission command is input. Control the sending method to send the remembered password to the above email address. Control.

[0012]   With such a configuration, the path recorded in the main body of the optical disc reproducing apparatus is The word is an email address that is only known to the user who set it The password is saved by being sent to and saving this email. This By doing so, the user can see this email even if they forget their password. Enter the password to change the parental level and remove the entry restrictions. it can.

[0013]

[Embodiment of device]

  An optical disc reproducing apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0014]   FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a main part of the optical disc reproducing apparatus according to the present embodiment. It

[0015]   In FIG. 1, the optical disc reproducing apparatus 1 reproduces the video recorded on the DVD 100. The live disc playback unit 2 and the played video are converted into a specified format and connected A video output unit 3 for outputting to the TV 10 and a plurality of keys are provided, and an operation command from the user And an operation unit 4 for inputting an e-mail and a transmission unit 5 for transmitting an e-mail in a predetermined file format. , A control unit for controlling each of these units and having a memory 7 corresponding to a storage means in the present invention 6 and a remote controller 8 for performing various operations remotely using infrared rays or the like. It The memory 7 stores the parental level and password set by the user. The email address and email address are stored.

[0016]   When viewing the video recorded on the DVD 100, the user must watch the DVD 100. The operation unit 4 is set on the disc reading unit (not shown) of the optical disc reproducing apparatus 1. Alternatively, press the play button on the remote controller 8.

[0017]   When the playback button is pressed and a playback command is input to the control unit 6, the control unit 6 first The parental level recorded on a predetermined track of the DVD 100 (hereinafter, simply " Disk parental level ". ) Is read. It is also stored in the memory 7. The parental level set in advance by the user Bell ”. ) Is read. Next, the control unit 6 sets the disc parental level and Compare the fixed parental level and set the disk parental level. If it is equal to or higher than the bell, the image recorded on the DVD 100 is displayed on the disc reproducing unit 2. Control to play. The disc playback unit 2 is set in the disc reading unit. The video output unit 3 reads the video data from the DVD 100 and converts it into a predetermined format. Output to. The video output unit 3 converts the input video data into the video of the specifications of the TV 10. It is converted into a signal and output to the TV 10. The TV 10 is based on the input video signal By displaying the video on the screen, the user can view the video.

[0018]   Next, if the set parental level is equal to or higher than the disk parental level, The control unit 6 restricts viewing or generates a password input screen, and the video output unit 3 To be displayed on the screen of the TV 10 via. When entering the password, the user must Referring to the password input screen of, and operate the operation unit 4 or remote control 8 to When the password is input, the input password is output to the control unit 6. The control unit 6 The password read from the password stored in the memory 7 and the path input from the operation unit 4 Compare with word. Here, if these two passwords match, the control unit 6 , Read the video data from the DVD 100, play it back, and output it to the TV 10, as described above. Control to force.

[0019]   In this way, set the parental level and set the disk parental level. If the parental level or higher, or the set parental level is It is possible to watch only when the password is entered. With, it is possible to restrict viewing of video including specific contents. For example, palenta Parents set the default level and password and do not let them know It is possible to prevent (restrict) viewing of a video including various scenes.

[0020]   The following describes how to set and change the parental level and password. Reveal   Figure 2 shows the screen for setting and changing the parental level and password. It is an example of the figure, (a) is a menu screen, (b) password input screen, (c) pass The screen after completing word setting is shown.

[0021]   When the user operates the operation unit 4 or the remote controller 8 and selects the setting menu, the control is The control unit 6 controls to output a setting menu screen as shown in FIG. If you select parental level setting or change in this state, the parental level selection screen A surface (not shown) is displayed, and by operating the operation unit 4 or the remote control 8, The total level is changed. Here, when changing the parental level It is necessary to enter the password, and the control unit 6 uses the password entered by the user. And the password stored in the memory 7 are compared, and if they match, the parental level Control to output a change screen. Then, the control unit 6 is input by the user. The new parental level is stored in the memory 7.

[0022]   On the other hand, when the user sets a password, the password is set in the state of FIG. Select setting or change. If the password is not preset at this point, the The control unit 6 controls to output a screen as shown in FIG. Where you User operates the operation unit 4 or the remote controller 8 to enter a password (in this embodiment, a four-digit password When the password is entered, the control unit 6 stores the entered password in the memory 7. At the same time, read the mail address stored in the memory 7 in advance, Set the sending unit 5 to send the newly set password to the email address. Control. The sender 5 sends the password to the email address entered from the controller 6. Is sent by e-mail in a predetermined file format. Send password like this When the process ends, the control unit 6 controls to output a screen as shown in FIG. The user then confirms to which email address the entered password was sent. You can Note that when changing the password, the default after the screen in FIG. The password input request screen of is output, and the user can enter the default password (memory 7 You must enter the previously stored password that was previously stored in. When this password is entered, the screen shown in FIG. The input of a valid password. This new password is stored in memory 7. , And is sent to a predetermined email address.

[0023]   After this, the user will be prompted for the password if he forgets it. , You can enter the password by referring to this email.

[0024]   With this configuration, you can easily print without the need for a separate paper or pen. Seward can be recorded and stored.

[0025]   Next, another password transmission method will be described with reference to FIG.   FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing a method of transmitting a password.

[0026]   As mentioned above, the set parental level is equal to or higher than the disk parental level. Then, the control unit 6 generates and outputs a password input screen (s1). Where control The section 6 waits until the password is input by the operation section 4 or the remote controller 8 (s 2) When the password is entered, the control unit 6 causes the password stored in the memory 7 to Read the password and compare it with the entered password. Then, control is performed so that the DVD is reproduced in step 2 (s3 → s4). Meanwhile, the password entered If the password is wrong, the control unit 6 will change the mail address stored in the memory 7. The password stored in the memory 7 is controlled to be read out and transmitted to the transmission unit 5. Control (s3 → s5). The transmitter 5 sends the password to the entered email address. Send by e-mail in a specified format.

[0027]   With this configuration, if the user makes a mistake in the password, The password will be emailed and the user will see this email sent. You can enter the password. Thus, if the user has a password Even if you forget the password and cannot enter the password, the password Since you can refer to the password, you can easily enter the password.

[0028]   In the above description, the case where the parental lock is released has been described. The above contents can be similarly applied when the setting of the level is changed.

[0029]   In addition, in the above-described embodiment, when the password is set or changed, or when the password is The password stored in memory 7 will only be sent if the password is entered. However, the password send button command is set in the operation unit 4 or the remote controller 8, By performing the password transmission operation, the password stored in the specified email address will be You may make it transmit a Seward.

[0030]   Further, in the present embodiment, the device which only reproduces the optical disc has been described. The configuration of the present invention is also suitable for devices capable of recording and reproducing optical disks. Can be used.

[0031]

[Effect of device]

  According to the optical disc reproducing apparatus of the present invention, the password setting and password When changing the mode, record the password in the memory and set the preset password. This new password will be sent to your email address. This allows the user to You can save the password without using paper or pen. You can easily enter the password by referring to it when entering the password. It

[0032]   Also, according to the optical disc reproducing apparatus of the present invention, the user can change the parental level. Entered when a password is entered to change the setting of or to release parental control. If the password is incorrect, the memory will be sent to the preset email address. The password stored in is sent. This allows the user to enter the password If you forget or lose the memo paper that you wrote down the password, enter the password Even if you cannot, use the password provided in the email that is sent Then, you can easily enter the password again.

[0033]   Further, according to the optical disc reproducing apparatus of the present invention, the password transmission by the user When a mail operation is performed, it is stored in the memory at the preset email address. The password will be sent. This allows the user to forget the password Also, by sending the password, you can email the password arbitrarily. Can be received and confirmed. And by using this password easily You can enter the password.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a main part of an optical disk device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a display screen when performing password input work.

FIG. 3 is a flow chart showing a password transmission flow when a password is entered incorrectly.

[Explanation of symbols]

1-optical disc reproducing apparatus 2-Disc playback unit 3-Video output section 4-Operation part 5-Transmitter 6-Control unit 7-memory 8-remote control 10-TV 100-DVD

Claims (5)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. An optical disc reproducing apparatus for reproducing a video recorded on an optical disc, which has a parental level function of accepting setting, changing of parental level and release of parental level when a password is inputted, and storing the password. Storage means, transmission means for transmitting the password, and control means for controlling the transmission means so as to transmit the password stored in the storage means by e-mail to a preset mail address. (1) When the password is set or changed, the control means stores the new input password in the storage means and transmits the new password to the mail address. (2) or the control means controls the setting change or the parental control solution. When the password input at the time of removal is different from the password stored in the storage unit, the transmitting unit is controlled to transmit the stored password to the mail address, (3) or The optical disc reproducing apparatus, wherein the control unit controls the transmitting unit to transmit the password stored in the storage unit to the mail address when a password transmitting command is input. . 2. An optical disc reproducing apparatus for reproducing a video recorded on an optical disc, which has a parental level function of accepting setting, changing of parental level and release of parental level when a password is inputted, and storing the password. Storage means, a transmission means for transmitting the password, and a control means for controlling the transmission means to transmit the password stored in the storage means by e-mail to a preset mail address. An optical disk reproducing device equipped with. 3. The control means, when setting or changing the password, stores the new input password in the storage means, and controls the transmitting means to send to the mail address. The optical disc reproducing apparatus according to claim 2. 4. The control means sends the stored password to the mail address when the password input when changing the setting or releasing the parental control is different from the password stored in the storage means. The optical disc reproducing apparatus according to claim 2, wherein the transmitting unit is controlled to transmit. 5. The control unit controls the transmission unit to transmit the password stored in the storage unit to the mail address when a password transmission command is input. Optical disk playback device.