JP3781809B2 - Mobile phone - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
[Industrial application fields]
The present invention relates to a mobile phone such as a PHS, a digital cellular, and an analog cell, and more particularly, to a mobile phone that is extremely simplified in operation.
[0002]
[Prior art]
Mobile phones are rapidly spreading recently, and in the near future, it is expected that each person will carry them until they carry one by one.
[0003]
By the way, the current mobile phone uses a dial key button group and various function key button groups to input a dial number of the other party and uses various functions (for example, a phone book function) provided in the mobile phone. However, for those who are not used to it, the operation is complicated and it is easy to cause an erroneous operation.
[0004]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
As described above, the current mobile phone is provided with a large number of key button groups on a relatively small operation surface, and various operations are performed using the key button groups. It is pointed out that the operation is too complicated for unfamiliar ones, especially for small children and elderly people, and the mobile phone cannot be used up because there are many rules and predetermined rules in the operation procedure.
[0005]
Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to solve the above-mentioned problems of the prior art, and its purpose is to make the operation easy and easy to use for anyone such as a small child or an elderly person. The object is to provide a very simplified mobile phone.
[0006]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
In order to achieve the above-described object, a mobile phone according to the present invention includes a casing body containing a specific dial number storage means and a control unit for storing a single specific dial number, and a lid that is openably and closably held by the casing body. A body and detection means for detecting the open / closed state of the lid,
The casing main body includes a button group at a portion concealed when the lid is closed, and one simple operation button arranged so as to be always exposed even when the lid is closed or opened. With
When the control unit recognizes that the lid is closed by the output of the detection means, the control unit sets the operation of the simple operation button to a one-button operation mode, and the output of the detection means When recognizing that the lid is open , set the operation of the simple operation button to the manual operation mode,
In the one-button operation mode, by operating the simple operation button, an instruction to start calling the specific dial number stored in the specific dial number storage means, an instruction to start a call when an incoming call is received, and a call end Instructions and
In the manual operation mode, an instruction to start calling a dial number input by the button group, an instruction to start a call when receiving an incoming call, and an instruction to end a call are performed by operating the button for simple operation.
[0007]
[Action]
In the normal state, the lid is closed, and in this normal state, only a single operation button (button for simple operation) is exposed on the outer surface of the casing of the mobile phone. In a normal state, this simple operation button loads a call function for a single specific dial number stored in advance, a call start instruction function at the time of an incoming call, and an end instruction function. When a call is made in a normal state, a call operation to the specific dial number is automatically performed by simply operating a button for simple operation. When a user who has detected an incoming call with a ringing tone (call tone) operates a button for simple operation, a hook-off operation (transition processing operation to a call mode) is performed, and a call mode is entered.
[0008]
Therefore, when a person who does not understand the operation of a complicated mobile phone such as a small child or an elderly person goes out, the mobile phone according to the present invention is carried in a form such as hanging from the neck, etc. By registering a predetermined contact (for example, a home dial number) as a number, a mobile phone carrier can call the predetermined contact from a destination with a one-button operation. One-button operation allows you to switch to the call mode. In other words, only a single button for simple operation is exposed in the normal state, and it is easy and easy to operate this single button for simple operation. Since calling and hook-off are performed, even a person who does not understand complicated operations such as a small child or an elderly person can easily and easily use it.
[0009]
【Example】
Hereinafter, the details of the present invention will be described with reference to the illustrated embodiments.
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a schematic configuration of a mobile phone according to a first embodiment of the present invention. In the figure, 1 is an antenna, 2 is a receiver (speaker), 3 is a transmitter (microphone), 4 is a communication circuit unit, 5 is a control unit that controls the entire mobile phone, and 6 is a group of various buttons. 7 is a button for simple operation that forms part of the operation unit 6, 8 is a phone book function unit that stores a large number of dial numbers, and 9 is a specific dial number that forms part of the phone book function unit 8. A storage unit 10 is a display unit including an LCD or the like.
[0010]
In the configuration described above, the communication circuit unit 4 transmits and receives audio data via the antenna 1, and the audio communication data received by the antenna 1 is subjected to appropriate processing and is output as an audio signal to the receiver 2. The voice signal input from the transmitter 3 is appropriately processed and transmitted from the antenna 1 as voice communication data. In the case of a call, the control unit 5 performs a call operation based on an instruction from the operation unit 6, and a call signal from the communication circuit unit 4 and the antenna 1 to the other party is transmitted. In the case of an incoming call, the control unit 5 recognizes the incoming call based on a signal output from the communication circuit unit 4, and a ringing tone is output.
[0011]
FIG. 2 is a front view showing the appearance of the mobile phone of the present embodiment. In the figure, 11 is a casing body of a cellular phone, 12 is a lid body that is openably and closably held by the casing body, 13 is a casing portion corresponding to the receiver 2, and 14 is a lid corresponding to the transmitter 3. Reference numeral 15 denotes a strap holder provided on the casing body 12.
[0012]
The mobile phone according to the present embodiment assumes a person who does not understand the operation of a complicated mobile phone such as a small child or an elderly person as a main user. In a normal state (in a normal use form), the lid 12 is It is designed to be used in a closed state. When the lid 12 is closed (in a normal state), as shown in FIG. 2 and the like, only the button 7 for the simple operation that forms a part of the operation unit 6 is provided on the outer surface of the casing of the mobile phone. Only one manipulatable member is exposed. In the normal state, the simple operation button 7 loads a call function for a single specific dial number stored in advance, a call start instruction function for an incoming call, and an end instruction function. It has become. The specific dial number storage unit 9 that forms a part of the telephone directory function unit 8 stores a single specific dial number corresponding to the one-button operation by the simple operation button 7 in a rewritable manner. Has been.
[0013]
Therefore, at the time of outgoing call in the normal state, the call operation to the single specific dial number is automatically performed by simply pushing (pressing) the button 7 for simple operation. When a user who has detected an incoming call with a ringing tone (calling tone) pushes the button 7 for simple operation, a hook-off operation is performed and a call mode is entered.
[0014]
In the present embodiment, “ears” and “mouths” are symbolically displayed as simple figures on the portions 13 and 14 of the casing main body 11 and the lid 12 corresponding to the receiver 2 and transmitter 3, respectively. There is a consideration so that anyone (even a small child) can easily identify the receiving unit 2 and the transmitting unit 3.
[0015]
The strap holder 15 can be easily attached with a chain, a string, or the like. By attaching a chain, a string, or the like to the strap holder 15, the mobile phone of this embodiment is suspended from the neck or the like. Can be carried around. FIG. 3 shows a state in which the strap 16 is attached to the strap holder 15 and the mobile phone is hung from the neck. FIG. 4 shows the mobile phone removed from the neck being held by the left hand and for the simple operation with the thumb of the left hand. The button 7 is being pushed.
[0016]
FIG. 5 is a longitudinal side view of the mobile phone of the present embodiment, in which the same components as those in FIGS. 1 and 2 are denoted by the same reference numerals. As shown in FIG. 5, an antenna (built-in antenna) 1, a receiving unit 2, a transmitting unit 3, a circuit board 17, a circuit unit 18, a battery 19 and the like are built in the casing body 11. When the lid 12 shown in FIG. 5 is closed, the buttons 10 such as the display unit 10 and the dial key buttons 20 disposed on the lower front side of the casing body 11 are covered with the lid 12. Yes.
[0017]
In this embodiment, although not shown, a switch for detecting the open / closed state of the lid 12 is provided, and the control unit 5 recognizes the open / closed state of the lid 12 by a signal from the detection switch. It has become. Then, when the lid 12 is closed (in a normal state), the one-button operation mode in which only the simple operation button 7 is operated is taken, and when the lid 12 is open (when not in a normal state), a description will be given later. Manual operation mode is assumed.
[0018]
FIG. 6 is a front view of the mobile phone with the lid 12 open. As shown in the figure, when the lid 12 is opened, the display unit 10 is exposed so that the display on the display unit 10 is visible, and the dial key buttons 20 group, mode as the operation unit 6 are visible. The switching button 21, the power button 22, and the registration button 23 are exposed so that they can be operated.
[0019]
In the present embodiment, when the lid 12 is opened, the dial number numerical value input mode during the manual operation mode is taken. By pushing the mode switching button 21 from this state once, for example, The mobile phone is equipped with a dial number selection mode using the telephone directory function section 8, a specific dial number registration mode, a dial number registration mode for the telephone directory function section 8 other than the specific dial number, a calendar / time setting mode, etc. Various function modes are sequentially called up cyclically. The user selects a desired function mode in the manual operation mode as necessary, and performs a necessary input operation using the dial key button 20 or the like. In this embodiment, when the lid 12 is opened (that is, when the manual operation mode is set), the simple operation button 7 is used to start (send) calling (transmission) in the dial number numerical value input mode. A function as a cancel key, a function as a call start key at the time of an incoming call, and a function as a call end key are loaded.
[0020]
It should be noted that the types of various function modes in the above-described manual operation mode, the selection method thereof, and the like are arbitrary, and buttons 7 for simple operation when the lid 12 is opened (when the manual operation mode is taken). Needless to say, various functions can be conceived by those skilled in the art.
[0021]
FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a processing flow at the time of calling (transmission) and at the time of reception (reception) by the control unit 7 of the present embodiment. Note that in the processing flow system of the manual operation mode in the figure, only the processing flow in the dial number numerical value input mode is shown.
[0022]
When the power is turned on in step ST1, the standby mode of step ST2 is entered, and the process proceeds to step ST3. In step ST3, it is asked whether there is an incoming call. If YES, the process proceeds to step ST11, and if NO, the process proceeds to step ST4. In step ST4, it is asked whether or not the lid 12 has been opened. If YES, the process proceeds to step ST15, and if NO (if normal in the present invention with the lid 12 closed), the process proceeds to step ST5. In step ST5, it is asked whether or not the simple operation button 7 has been pressed (pushed). If YES, the process proceeds to step ST6, and if NO, the process returns to step ST2.
[0023]
In step ST6, the call operation to the single specific dial number stored in the specific dial number storage unit 9 is performed, and the process proceeds to step ST7. In step ST7, it is asked whether or not an off-hook operation has been performed on the called party. If YES, the process proceeds to step ST8, and if NO, the process proceeds to step ST10. In step ST8, the call mode is entered, and in the next step ST9, it is asked whether or not the call is ended (whether the call end operation has been performed on the own device or the other device). Return to ST8. In step ST10, it is asked whether or not to cancel the call. If YES, the process returns to step ST2, and if NO, the process returns to step ST6.
[0024]
In step ST11, a ringing tone is output and the process proceeds to step ST12. In step ST12, it is asked whether or not the simple operation button 7 has been pressed (pushed). If YES, the process proceeds to step ST13, and if NO, the process returns to step ST11. In step ST13, a call mode is entered, and in the next step ST14, it is asked whether or not the call is finished. If YES, the process returns to step ST2, and if NO, the process returns to step ST13.
[0025]
In step ST15, the dial number numerical value input mode in the manual operation mode described above is entered, and the process proceeds to step ST16. In step 16, it is asked whether or not a manual calling (calling) operation has been performed (in this case, whether or not the simple operation button 7 has been pressed after inputting a predetermined number using the dial key buttons 20). If YES, the process proceeds to step ST17, and if NO, the process returns to step ST15. In step ST17, a call operation is performed to the other party (dial number) manually input, and the process proceeds to step ST18. In step ST18, it is asked whether or not an off-hook operation has been performed on the called party. If YES, the process proceeds to step ST19, and if NO, the process proceeds to step ST21. In step ST19, a call mode is entered. In the next step ST20, it is asked whether or not the call is finished. If YES, the process returns to step ST15, and if NO, the process returns to step ST19. In step ST21, it is asked whether or not to stop the call. If YES, the process returns to step ST15, and if NO, the process returns to step ST17.
[0026]
Next, a method for registering a dial number in the specific dial number storage unit 9 in this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing a procedure for registering a dial number in the specific dial number storage unit 9.
[0027]
From the standby mode state (procedure P1) in which the power is turned on, in the mobile phone itself (own device) according to the present embodiment, the lid 12 is opened and the specific dial number registration mode is set by the mode switching button 21 (procedure P2). First, the case will be described. In this case, the dial number is entered numerically with the dial key button 20 of the operation unit 6 of the own device (procedure P3), and then the registration button 23 is pushed (procedure P4), thereby the specific dial number storage unit 9 When registration of the dial number is completed and the cover 12 is closed, the process returns to the standby state (procedure P5).
[0028]
Further, when a method of inputting a dial number to be stored in the specific dial number storage unit 9 using a dedicated remote control device (hereinafter referred to as a remote controller) from the standby mode state (procedure P1) in which the power is turned on, The dedicated remote controller is connected to the mobile phone of the present embodiment through the connection line, and the mobile phone is set to the specific dial number registration mode (procedure P6). Next, after inputting the numeric value with the numeric keypad of the remote controller (procedure P7), push the registration button on the remote controller to instruct the completion of registration (procedure P8), and then disconnect the remote controller (procedure P9). Thus, the registration of the dial number in the specific dial number storage unit 9 is completed, and the mobile phone of this embodiment returns to the standby state (procedure P5).
[0029]
On the other hand, when a method of inputting a dial number to be stored in the specific dial number storage unit 9 from a standby mode state (procedure P1) in which the power is turned on using another telephone, the mobile phone of the present embodiment is used. In the state of the standby mode, the mobile phone of the present embodiment is called from another telephone (step P10), and then the personal identification number is input from the other telephone, and the specific dial number described above is applied to the mobile phone of the present embodiment. The registration mode is set (procedure P11). Next, after inputting a numeric value with the numeric keypad of the other telephone (procedure P12), the completion of registration is instructed with the “#” key or the like of the other telephone (procedure P13). By disconnecting communication (step P14), registration of the dial number to the specific dial number storage unit 9 is completed, and the mobile phone of this embodiment returns to the standby state (step P5).
[0030]
As described above, in this embodiment, as a method for registering a dial number in the specific dial number storage unit 9, there are a method using the operation unit 6 of the own device, a method using a dedicated remote controller, and a method using another telephone. In particular, when a method using another telephone is used, the specific dial number stored in the specific dial number storage unit 9 can be rewritten at any time from the other telephone even if the cellular phone of this embodiment is not at hand.・ Can be updated. Therefore, for example, when a small child has the mobile phone of this embodiment, for example, the parent's dial number stored in the specific dial number storage unit 9 is rewritten by the parent's dial number. Is possible, and usability is improved.
[0031]
In the mobile phone of this embodiment, a number of key button groups are provided in addition to the simple operation buttons 7. However, the mobile phone dedicated to one button operation provided with only the simple operation buttons 7 is provided. In this case, as a method for registering a dial number in the specific dial number storage unit 9, a method using a dedicated remote controller or a method using another telephone is used.
[0032]
In addition, when the mobile phone of the present embodiment does not have an operation function for setting a specific dial number by itself, the specific dial number is set by an external device such as a remote controller. A person who does not have a remote control, such as a child or an elderly person, cannot call a dial number other than a specific dial number without permission, and can have a key function.
[0033]
9 is a diagram schematically showing a method of registering a dial number in the specific dial number storage unit 9. FIG. 9A shows a method using the operation unit 6 of the own device, and FIG. FIG. 9C shows a technique using the dedicated remote controller 31 and FIG. 9C shows a technique using another telephone 32.
[0034]
Next, each embodiment will be described in which a simple operation button is prevented from being erroneously operated when the mobile phone is carried.
[0035]
FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a mobile phone according to the second embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 11 is a vertical side view of the mobile phone according to the second embodiment of the present invention. Constituent elements equivalent to those in the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted to avoid duplication (this is the same in the following embodiments).
[0036]
This embodiment differs from the first embodiment in that the button 7A for simple operation is positioned at a position recessed from the surface of the casing. Thus, by arranging the button 7A for simple operation at a position recessed from the surface of the casing, the possibility of inadvertently pushing the button 7A for simple operation can be reduced.
[0037]
FIG. 12 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a mobile phone according to the third embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment differs from the first embodiment in that buttons 7B for simple operation are arranged on the end face of the casing of the mobile phone (the end face located on the lower end side when the mobile phone is hung from the neck). In the point. By disposing the simple operation button 7B at such a position, it is possible to reduce the possibility of inadvertently pushing the simple operation button 7B when the mobile phone is hung from the neck.
[0038]
FIG. 13 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a mobile phone according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment is different from the first embodiment in that a simple operation button 7C is made a member that can be operated by pushing while rotating. By using the simple operation button 7C having such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the possibility of inadvertently operating the simple operation button 7C.
[0039]
FIG. 14 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a mobile phone according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment is different from the first embodiment in that the simple operation button 7D is a member that can be operated by sliding. By using the simple operation button 7D having such a configuration, the possibility of inadvertently operating the simple operation button 7D can be reduced.
[0040]
Although not shown, the simple operation button can be pushed only when the mobile phone is in a predetermined posture, that is, the mobile phone cannot be pushed when the mobile phone is suspended from the neck. It is good also as a member which can perform push operation, when it removes from a neck and the receiving part side turns up. Even with the simple operation button having such a configuration, the possibility of inadvertently pushing the simple operation button 7D can be reduced.
[0041]
【The invention's effect】
As described above, according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a mobile phone with extremely simplified operation that can be used easily and easily by anyone such as a small child or the elderly, and its value is great.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a schematic configuration of a mobile phone according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a front view showing an appearance of the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 3 is an explanatory view showing a state in which the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention is hung from the neck.
FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram showing a state in which a button for simple operation is pushed with the thumb of the left hand while holding the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention with the left hand;
FIG. 5 is a longitudinal side view of the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram viewed from the front of the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention in a state where a lid is opened.
FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing a processing flow at the time of calling (sending) and receiving (receiving) by the control unit of the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention;
FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a flow of a dial number registration procedure in a specific dial number storage unit in the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention;
FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram schematically showing a dial number registration method in a specific dial number storage unit in the mobile phone according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a mobile phone according to a second embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 11 is a longitudinal side view of a mobile phone according to a second embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 12 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a mobile phone according to a third embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 13 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a mobile phone according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 14 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a mobile phone according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention.
[Explanation of symbols]
1 Antenna 2 Earpiece (speaker)
3 Speaker (microphone)
4 Communication circuit unit 5 Control unit 6 Operation unit 7, 7A, 7B, 7C, 7D Button for simple operation 8 Phonebook function unit 9 Specific dial number storage unit 10 Display unit 11 Casing body 12 Lid 13 Corresponding to receiving unit Casing part 14 Lid part 15 corresponding to the transmission part Strap holder 16 String 20 Dial key button 21 Mode switch button 22 Power button 23 Registration button 23

Claims (4)

Specific dial number storage means for storing a single specific dial number and a casing body incorporating a control unit, a lid body that is openably and closably held by the casing body, and detection means for detecting an open / closed state of the lid body A mobile phone comprising:
The casing main body includes a button group at a portion concealed when the lid is closed, and one simple operation button arranged so as to be always exposed even when the lid is closed or opened. With
When the control unit recognizes that the lid is closed by the output of the detection means, the control unit sets the operation of the simple operation button to a one-button operation mode, and the output of the detection means When recognizing that the lid is open , set the operation of the simple operation button to the manual operation mode,
In the one-button operation mode, by operating the simple operation button, an instruction to start calling the specific dial number stored in the specific dial number storage means, an instruction to start a call when an incoming call is received, and a call end Instructions and
In the manual operation mode, an instruction to start calling a dial number input by the button group, an instruction to start a call when an incoming call, and an instruction to end a call are performed by operating the button for simple operation. A mobile phone characterized by that. In claim 1,
A cellular phone characterized in that the cellular phone is provided with a holder portion for attaching a chain, a string or the like. In claim 1,
The button group includes a mode switching button and a dial key button. By operating the mode switching button and the dial key button, the specific dial number can be registered in the specific dial number storage means. A mobile phone characterized by that. In claim 1,
Registration of the specific dial number in the specific dial number storage means is performed by remote operation by a remote control device or by remote operation via a line network from another telephone.

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