JP3834885B2 - Recording reservation method, recording apparatus, and recording reservation system - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a recording reservation method capable of reserving a recording program using a telephone line, a recording apparatus, and a recording reservation system using the recording apparatus. Specifically, by assigning a dedicated personal identification number to each of the plurality of operation designation methods , the corresponding operation designation method can be directly selected without going through a selection procedure for sequentially selecting one of the plurality of reserved recording setting methods. It is what I did.
[0002]
[Prior art]
A recording device (telephone video) such as a video tape recorder that can be controlled by a telephone line and a recording reservation system using the recording device reserve a program to be recorded while remotely controlling the recording device using the telephone line. System.
[0003]
When setting reservation recording by telephone, a method of sequentially specifying individual reservation recording information such as recording start time, end time, and channel (referred to as a time specification method) is generally used. On the other hand, a reservation recording setting method has been developed that expresses these reservation recording information as one number by a certain rule. A G code is known as a typical setting method. A program to be recorded can be reserved simply by inputting this G code (registered trademark, the same applies hereinafter) .
[0004]
If this G code reservation method is applied to a recording apparatus (system), the “respective setting method (time specification method)” or “G code method (G code specification method)” in the reservation operation procedure. "Will be selected. Of course, when performing a special reservation operation such as canceling or extending a reservation, a procedure for selecting the reservation operation method is required.
[0005]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
In this way, when there are a plurality of reservation operation methods, for example, reservation setting methods, it asks which setting method is selected by voice guidance from the recording apparatus side, and the corresponding key operation is performed by the caller (caller). It is possible to specify the corresponding reservation setting method only when it is performed on the side.
[0006]
When a program is reserved using a telephone line, it is necessary to save the call charge as much as possible. Therefore, the reservation setting procedure for various operations such as recording reservation, recording cancellation or recording change has never been short.
[0007]
Therefore, the present invention solves such a conventional problem, and proposes a reserved recording method, a recording apparatus, and a recording reservation system using the same, which can shorten the reservation setting procedure.
[0008]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
In order to solve the above-described problem, the recording reservation method according to claim 1 is a recording reservation method that enables reservation of recording contents from a remote location using a telephone line,
Different passwords are assigned according to a plurality of reserved recording setting methods, and by specifying this password, the above-mentioned password number is directly selected without going through a selection procedure for sequentially selecting one of the plurality of reserved recording setting methods. This is characterized in that a reservation recording setting method corresponding to the above can be selected.
[0009]
In the recording apparatus according to claim 4, the recording apparatus includes recording means, line control means, memory means for recording contents, and control means for controlling them,
Based on the remote control signal from the line side to the recording means, the recording reservation content stored in the memory means is set,
By specifying a specific reserved recording setting method for the recording means by a personal identification number corresponding to the specific reserved recording setting method, it is possible to directly select one of a plurality of reserved recording setting methods without going through a selection procedure. The reservation recording setting method can be selected.
[0010]
The recording reservation system according to claim 8, wherein the recording contents can be reserved remotely using a telephone line,
The recording apparatus has recording means, line control means, memory means for recording contents, and control means for controlling them,
A procedure guide according to the reservation procedure is transmitted to the calling party as an audio signal by calling from the calling party using a telephone line,
When it is a recording reservation, a recording reservation is accepted after a reservation mode transition is sent to the caller,
The reserved recording setting method for the recording means can be directly selected by a dedicated personal identification number without going through a sequential selection procedure for selecting one of a plurality of reserved recording setting methods .
[0011]
In the present invention, when there are a plurality of operation setting methods, a dedicated password is assigned to each operation setting method. For example, a password corresponding to each reservation recording setting method is assigned to a plurality of reservation recording setting methods.
[0012]
By doing this, it is possible to directly specify the corresponding reservation recording setting method simply by specifying the corresponding personal identification number, so that the reservation setting procedure can be greatly shortened. Since the call time for reserved recording is also shortened, the call charge can be saved accordingly. Scheduled recording settings are easy, so there are fewer erroneous settings. The same applies to operation setting methods other than the reserved recording setting method.
[0013]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Next, an embodiment of a recording reservation method, a recording apparatus, and a recording reservation system according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.
[0014]
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of the overall configuration of a recording reservation system including a recording apparatus according to the present invention. Here, a VTR is exemplified as the recording means constituting the recording apparatus, and a push-phone type (output as a DTMF signal) telephone is exemplified as the telephone.
[0015]
This VTR, which is a recording apparatus, includes a VTR original function unit 1 and a telephone recording reservation unit 20. Although not shown, the VTR function unit 1 includes a TV tuner, a tape drive unit, a recording / playback unit, and the like, and includes all the parts that operate as a normal VTR.
[0016]
The recording reservation unit 20 includes a microcomputer 2 that controls various kinds of control for transmission / reception of signals to / from the telephone 11, that is, setting / updating the current time, setting / execution / confirmation of reserved recording, and the like.
[0017]
The set reservation contents are stored in a memory (for example, RAM) 22 of the microcomputer 2, and the reserved recording is executed in comparison with the current time in the microcomputer 2. Setting or changing a reservation is realized by setting or changing the contents of the memory 22.
[0018]
The calling telephone 11 and the recording reservation unit 20 are connected by a public line (telephone line) 21. The call signal is detected by the call detection means 10 and the detected call detection signal is sent to the microcomputer 2. When the microcomputer 2 recognizes the incoming call detection signal, the closing means 9 constituted by a relay or the like is closed and the connection of the line 21 is completed.
[0019]
A key operation signal from the calling party telephone 11 is guided to the DTMF decoding means 3 via the line transformer 8 and the receiving amplifier 6, and the DTMF decoding means 3 converts the DTMF signal into a digital signal and inputs it to the microcomputer 2. Is done. Thereby, the microcomputer 2 performs a process of identifying the DTMF signal from the caller-side telephone 11, and analyzes the operation buttons (10 keys and function keys) and a specific command based on the combination of the operation buttons.
[0020]
The voice synthesizer 5 stores voice data of a predetermined word (message for operation procedure) in a ROM (not shown) provided in the voice synthesizer 5. The voice data is synthesized at the timing, and a voice signal indicating a specific content is output to the telephone line 21 side via the transmission amplifier 7 and the line transformer 8 .
[0021]
A memory (ROM) (not shown) built in the microcomputer 2 stores information on how many seconds the telephone video responds after receiving a call, and an operation setting method which is a main part of the present invention, such as a time designation reservation method. Various control programs relating to a 4-digit password number (here, 1234), a 4-digit password number (referred to as 5678 here) for the G code designation method, and reservation recording for canceling or changing reservations are stored. ing.
[0022]
Next, a reservation recording process in the recording reservation system configured as described above will be described with reference to FIG.
[0023]
Since the recording apparatus side is waiting for an incoming call, when the caller 11 operates now to call the recording apparatus side, this is detected in step 31. When the incoming call is detected, the time until the recording apparatus responds is counted (step 32), and compared with the number of seconds until the response stored in the memory 22 (step 33). If the incoming call state continues for more than the number of response seconds, a closing operation is performed so that the line 21 is connected (step 34). When the line 21 is closed, a voice guide saying "Please give me your PIN" is sent to the caller (step 35).
[0024]
When the transmission of the voice guide information is completed, the personal identification number is waited (step 36). Even in this case, the time is counted after the voice guide is sent, and the specified number of seconds (in this example, 5 seconds) is monitored (steps 37 and 38). If no password is entered after the specified number of seconds has elapsed, a line release process is performed on the recording device side (step 39).
[0025]
Based on the voice guide, the caller operates a key (number button) on the telephone 11 to perform a password sending process (step 36). A DTMF signal related to the key corresponding to the key operation is sent to the microcomputer 2 side through the telephone line 21.
[0026]
Operation setting method described above in this invention when there are a plurality of personal identification numbers of the designated respectively for each the operation setting method is assigned. For example, a reservation recording setting method will be described. A dedicated password corresponding to this setting method is given.
[0027]
In the example described below, two types of a time designation reservation method (method) in which a recording start time, an end time, a channel, and the like are set according to a voice guide and a G code reservation method using a so-called abbreviated code will be described.
[0028]
When the caller presses the 4-digit password of the time designation reservation method (for example, 1234 four-digit number), this is determined in step 40, and the state is accepted by the time designation reservation method, and the procedure proceeds to the setting procedure by the time designation reservation method. (Step 41).
[0029]
An example of the setting procedure by the time designation reservation method is shown below.
First, a voice guide (message) saying “Please record start time” is sent. In response to this, the caller sends a 24-hour reservation start time by pressing a specific key (for example, the 1 button). A voice guide saying "Please record end time" is sent out. This designates a 24-hour reservation end time. Next, a channel number is designated by a voice guide “Please enter the channel with 2 digits”. In addition, the date and recording speed are designated if necessary.
[0030]
The reservation recording information designation is completed by the above procedure, and the setting content is transmitted to the caller by voice for confirmation of the setting content. The caller hears this, and if there is no mistake, a confirmation operation (for example, a 0 button) is performed, and a series of scheduled recording settings is completed. When finished, the line 21 is automatically released and the call is finished (step 39).
[0031]
Unlike the above, if a PIN code of the G code designation method (for example, a 4-digit number such as 5678) is input after “Please enter a PIN”, this is determined in steps 40 and 43 (step 43). . When it is recognized that the method is the G code designating method, the G code designating method is accepted (step 44).
[0032]
In this acceptance state, a voice guide saying “G code please” is sent out. In this example indicating the end of the G code and the G code, when a DTMF signal corresponding to the # key is transmitted, the contents are analyzed by the microcomputer 2 and the G code is converted into date and time information. In addition, if necessary, the recording speed and the like are set by the sound and the DTMF signal.
[0033]
When a series of designations is completed, the scheduled recording setting information converted into the date and the reserved time is converted into an audio signal and transmitted to the caller for confirming the setting contents. The caller listens to this, and if there is no mistake, presses a confirmation operation (for example, a 0 button) to complete a series of scheduled recording settings. When finished, the line is released and the call is finished (step 39).
[0034]
In this way, if a password is determined in advance in accordance with the reservation setting method, which is an operation setting method , a specific operation setting method (reservation is performed without going through a selection procedure for sequentially selecting one of a plurality of reservation recording setting methods. (Recording setting method) can be directly selected and specified, so the operation procedure can be greatly shortened, and the time from closing the line to opening it can be shortened accordingly. The operation procedure can reduce errors in the reservation settings.
[0035]
The password assigned to the reservation setting method is only an example, and it is possible to set a different password other than those described above. Of course, not only the reserved recording setting but also the cancellation of the reserved recording and the change of the reservation contents. It is also possible to deal with direct settings for special operations using the telephone line 21.
[0036]
In addition, as a more detailed setting method for reserved recording, a time designation for designating a date, a time designation within 24 hours without designating a date, a G code, a G code for designating recording, and the like are newly set. It is also possible to assign a dedicated password.
[0037]
Although the password has been described as a four-digit number, it can also be used as a code including a DTMF symbol corresponding to a function key, or a code or number added to the original password. For example, 1234 # for time designation, 1234 * for G code, and the like.
[0038]
In addition, as a dedicated reservation setting method described above, a combination of a DTMF signal and a voice response has been described. However, information communication between DTMF signals, reservation recording setting by voice recognition (for example, a time designation for a secret voice “Yama”, “kawa” If G code is specified), signal communication using a modem or the like can be used.
[0039]
The recording apparatus according to the present invention can be realized not only in a video tape recorder main body built in all, but also in an adapter type (dedicated recording dedicated machine) that is partly divided into a plurality of housings. it can. In this case, the dedicated machine can be built in the home phone.
[0040]
The DTMF signal as an operation signal from the caller-side telephone device is output when the push dial of the caller-side telephone 11 is pressed, and the output of a device that generates a DTMF signal such as a tone dialer is transmitted through the caller-side telephone 11. It may be sent out. In addition, an operation signal or voice instruction via a modem may be used.
[0041]
In the above-described embodiment, the recording means is exemplified as the controlled means that can be controlled from the telephone line. However, the recording means can be applied to controlled means such as a radio receiver, video deck, LD, CD, and DVD playback apparatus that can be controlled from the telephone line.
[0042]
【The invention's effect】
As described above, according to the present invention, when there are a plurality of operation setting methods, a dedicated password is assigned to each of the operation setting methods (scheduled recording setting method, etc.), and the password is designated. The operation setting method (reserved recording setting method) can be directly specified.
[0043]
According to this, since a personal identification number corresponding to a desired reservation recording setting method can be designated from among a plurality of different personal identification numbers registered in advance, it can be directly desired without going through the procedure for selecting the reservation recording setting method. There is an effect that the reservation recording can be set by the reservation recording setting method.
[0044]
As a result, by omitting the procedure for selecting the reserved recording setting method, it is possible to save the time required for the reserved recording setting, and to save the call charge (telephone charge). In addition, it has a feature that it is very easy and quick for the operator to set the scheduled recording.
[0045]
The same method can be applied when selecting a special action such as canceling or extending a reservation. Therefore, by applying the recording reservation method, the recording apparatus, and the recording reservation system using the same according to the present invention, it has a feature that the reserved recording setting from the outside can be executed very easily.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a main part showing an embodiment of a recording reservation system using a recording apparatus according to the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing an example of a reserved recording setting procedure.
[Explanation of symbols]
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... VTR function part, 2 ... Microcomputer, 3 ... DTMF decoding means, 5 ... Speech synthesis means, 6 ... Reception amplifier, 7 ... Transmission amplifier, 8 ... Line transformer, 9 ... Closing means

Claims (10)

It is a recording reservation method that enables reservation of recording contents from a remote location using a telephone line,
Different passwords are assigned according to a plurality of reserved recording setting methods, and by specifying this password, the above-mentioned password can be directly selected without going through a selection procedure for sequentially selecting one of the plurality of reserved recording setting methods. A recording reservation method characterized in that a reservation recording setting method corresponding to a number can be selected.   2. The reservation recording setting method includes a time designation method for sequentially designating time and channel individually and a code number designation method for designating only a number obtained by shortening the time and channel. The recording reservation method described.   2. The recording reservation method according to claim 1, wherein the reservation recording setting method includes canceling a reservation or changing a reservation content. Recording means, line control means, memory means for recording contents, and control means for controlling them,
Based on the remote control signal from the line side to the recording means, the recording reservation content stored in the memory means is set,
By specifying a specific reserved recording setting method for the recording means by a personal identification number corresponding to a specific reserved recording setting method, it is possible to directly select one of a plurality of reserved recording setting methods without going through a selection procedure. A recording apparatus characterized in that the reservation recording setting method can be selected as a whole.   5. The reserved recording setting method includes a time designation method for sequentially designating time and channel individually and a code number designation method for designating only a number obtained by shortening the time and channel. The recording device described.   5. The recording apparatus according to claim 4, wherein the operation specifying method includes canceling a reservation or changing a reservation content.   5. A recording apparatus according to claim 4, wherein said recording means uses a VTR. A recording reservation system that allows a user to reserve recording contents remotely using a telephone line,
The recording apparatus has recording means, line control means, memory means for recording contents, and control means for controlling them,
A procedure guide according to the reservation procedure is transmitted to the calling party as an audio signal by calling from the calling party using a telephone line,
When it is a recording reservation, a recording reservation is accepted after a reservation mode transition is sent to the caller,
A recording method characterized in that the reservation recording setting method for the recording means can be directly selected by a dedicated personal identification number without going through a selection procedure for sequentially selecting one of a plurality of reservation recording setting methods. Reservation system.   9. The reserved recording setting method includes a time specifying method for sequentially specifying time, channel, and the like, and a code number specifying method for specifying only the number of time and channel in a shortened code. The recording reservation system described.   9. The recording reservation system according to claim 8, wherein the operation specifying method includes canceling a reservation or changing a reservation content.

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