JP3877981B2 - Voice output toy - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a toy that outputs sound.
[0002]
[Prior art]
Conventionally, the voice output toy is a voice output toy that reproduces according to the switch that the voice information stored in the storage means is pressed when the player presses a switch or the like provided on the toy body. A plurality of sensors are provided in the main body, and sound output is performed when the sensors react. That is, for example, by tilting the toy body, a sound output toy is provided in which a sensor that detects the tilt detects the tilt and outputs or operates a sound corresponding to the tilt. Furthermore, there is a voice output toy that outputs a voice corresponding to a recognized specific word when a voice identification circuit is provided in the toy body and a specific word from a player is recognized.
[0003]
However, the toy that recognizes voice can only identify words uttered by the player in a single word unit. In addition, since a toy for identifying voice identifies a song, and the sound is output from the toy and operated in accordance with the identified song, the structure is complicated, which is very difficult to realize. For that reason, there were no toys that act as if they were doing karaoke.
[0004]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
Therefore, the present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems of the prior art, and provides a toy that can be sung in accordance with the music that is selected and output, and the toy sings along with the song. The challenge is to make it look like this.
[0005]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
The present invention is a toy simulating a microphone shape that outputs sound, and the toy includes a microphone as a sound input means, an input means for selecting a song, and a proximity sensor that detects that a specific toy is brought close to the toy Storage means for storing a plurality of music information and singing voice information corresponding to the music information; and voice synthesis means for synthesizing the music information and the singing voice information or information of the voice input to the voice input means to form a voice signal; , a voice output means for outputting a sound based on the synthesized speech signals, and control means, the control means reads the thus selected music information to the input unit, the detection information of the proximity sensor when the proximity sensor detects a proximity of a particular toy based is to cause done to the speech synthesis means synthesizing the singing voice information corresponding to the music information and the music information read out from said memory means When the proximity sensor does not detect the proximity of a particular toy, it causes the audio output from the audio output means the synthesis of the input speech information of the music information and the voice input means for reading from said storage means let done to the speech synthesis means Thus, the sound output in accordance with the music is controlled .
[0006]
According to the present invention, when a specific toy is brought close to a toy that selects a song and outputs the song, the proximity sensor detects and in addition to the song output, the corresponding singing voice information stored in the storage means Can be synthesized to output sound .
For this reason, the voice information corresponding to the song stored in the storage means can be expressed as a singing voice as if the specific toy is karaoke.
Further, by synthesizing the player's own singing voice information (singing voice) with the music information by the voice synthesizing means and outputting the voice, it can be used like a normal karaoke microphone and the playability can be improved.
[0007]
The present invention, according to claim 1, wherein, when the proximity sensor during the music information output is detected, and performs output of the voice information according to the progress position of the music information output .
[0008]
According to the present invention, when the proximity sensor detects during the sound output of the music, it can be output by adjusting the progress position of the singing voice information in accordance with the progress position of the music.
[0009]
The present invention is characterized in that, in claim 1 or 2, the sound output toy is provided with light output means that shines in accordance with sound output.
[0010]
According to the present invention, the operating state of the toy can be identified not only by sound but also visually. Moreover, the visual effect accompanying light can be obtained and it can be set as the toy which is hard to get tired of a player.
[0011]
[0012]
[0013]
The present invention according to any one of claims 1 to 3 , wherein a magnetic sensor is used as the proximity sensor, and a magnetic component corresponding to the magnetic sensor is provided in the specific toy.
[0014]
According to the present invention, the specific toy can be detected and operated at low cost by using the magnetic sensor as the proximity sensor and a magnetic component built in the specific toy.
[0015]
According to the present invention, in any one of claims 1 to 4, the specific toy is configured such that its shape is provided in the shape of a doll, and the magnetic component is provided in the vicinity of the mouth of the doll. .
[0016]
According to the present invention, it is possible to make a toy that is easy to get close to by making the shape of the audio output toy into a doll, and the doll is singing by installing the magnetic member in the vicinity of the mouth. Can produce.
[0017]
[0018]
Further , by forming the shape of the music reproducing device by imitating a microphone, it is possible to make a friendly toy, and it is possible to produce an effect as if a doll is singing using a microphone.
[0019]
[0020]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
A toy that outputs sound, wherein the toy includes an input means for selecting a song, a proximity sensor that detects that a specific toy has been brought close to, and a storage means that stores a plurality of pieces of music information and singing voice information corresponding thereto. Voice synthesis means for synthesizing the music information and the singing voice information based on detection information of the proximity sensor; voice output means for voice output based on the synthesized voice signal; A light output means, a voice input means for inputting voice from a player, and a control means are provided, and the shape is formed to simulate a microphone.
[0021]
The singing voice information corresponding to the music stored in the storage means is a singing voice corresponding to the music information, a magnetic sensor is used for the proximity sensor, and a magnetic component corresponding to the magnetic sensor is used for the specific toy. Was installed.
[0022]
Moreover, the specific toy was configured by providing its shape in the shape of a doll, and the magnetic component was installed in the vicinity of the mouth of the doll.
[0023]
【Example】
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a toy main body 120 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
The selection information selected from the music selection switch 121 is sent to the control means 123. The proximity sensor 122 uses a magnet (magnetic) sensor that can be used at low cost. When a magnetic component is brought close to the proximity sensor 122, the sensor detects it, and the detection information is sent to the control means 123. The voice input means 128 uses a microphone or the like, and the voice signal input from the voice input means 128 is sent to the control means 123.
[0024]
The storage unit 124, music information 124a to reproduce the music is stored in advance, further voice information 124b for audio output corresponding to the music information 124a is stored are now. The singing voice information, and the first voice information corresponding to the lyrics, and the second voice corresponding to the lyric information may be stored.
[0025]
The voice synthesizing unit 123a creates a voice signal by synthesizing the voice information , the music information 124a, and the singing voice information 124b input to the voice input unit 128 based on the control information. The control means 123 reads the sound signals of the music information 124a and the singing voice information 124b from the storage means, sends the sound signals to the voice synthesis means 128, and the magnetic sensor is detected by the proximity sensor during the music information output. In this case, the progress position of the singing voice information in accordance with the progress position of the music information output is variably adjusted, and an information signal is sent to the voice synthesis means. Furthermore, so that the sending speech signal created by voice synthesis section 123a to the amplifier 126.
[0026]
Further, the control unit 123, at the same time sends a sound signal, the light output means, sends a control signal for outputting the light to the light output unit 125. The amplifier 126 amplifies the audio signal output from the control means 123 to an appropriate level, and outputs the signal to the speaker 127 so that the audio is output from the speaker 127.
[0027]
FIG. 2 is a diagram showing the shape of the toy main body 120 according to the embodiment of the present invention.
The toy body 120 has a microphone shape. Further, although not shown, the power supply and the power switch are provided. A music selection switch 121 for reproducing music is provided along the grip at the part that holds the microphone, and light output means (LED) 125 is provided on the circumference of the hemisphere above the microphone. Yes. Although not shown, an amplifier 126 is provided. Further, the speaker 127 as the sound output means, the microphone 128 as the sound input means, and the magnet sensor 122 as the proximity sensor are provided in the hemisphere above the microphone.
[0028]
In the toy main body 120, the player selects the song selection switch 121 to reproduce the corresponding song, and the light output means (LED) 125 blinks in accordance with the reproduced sound. . By using the microphone 128 of the voice input means that is inscribed, the toy body 120 alone can be used as a karaoke player and microphone.
[0029]
FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing the operation of the audio output toy according to the present invention.
When the toy body is turned on, the process proceeds to S301, the toy body enters a standby state, and the process proceeds to S302. In S302, it is determined whether or not a music selection switch provided on the toy main body has been input. If not input, the process proceeds to S301 and again enters a standby state. If it is input, the process proceeds to S303. In S303, it is determined whether the magnet sensor senses it. If the magnet sensor does not detect, the process proceeds to S304, and if detected, the process proceeds to S305.
[0030]
In S304, only the music information stored in the storage means is output as sound, and only music flows from the speaker. At this time, if there is an input from a microphone provided in the toy body, the sound of the microphone and the music information are synthesized and the sound is output. Thereafter, the process proceeds to S306.
[0031]
In S305, in addition to the music information stored in the storage means, the corresponding singing voice information is synthesized and the sound is output. In addition to music, singing voice flows from the speaker. At this time, if there is an input from a microphone provided in the toy body, the sound of the microphone, the music information, and the singing voice information are synthesized, and the sound is output. Thereafter, the process proceeds to S306.
[0032]
In S306, it is determined whether or not the audio output is finished. In other words, it is determined whether or not the music has ended, and if it has not ended, the process proceeds to S303. As a result, when the magnetic sensor senses a magnetic part while the music is being played, a singing voice is output, and when no magnetic sensor is detected, the singing voice is not output.
[0033]
FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating a use state of the toy main body 120.
By making the shape of the specific toy 100 into a doll shape, it is possible to provide an audio output toy that is easy to get familiar to younger players. Further, a magnetic component is provided in the vicinity of the doll mouth of the specific toy 100. The player reproduces a song corresponding to the song selected by the song selection switch 121 from the speaker 127 by selecting one of the song selection switches 121 provided on the toy main body 120. In this state, when the specific toy 100 is brought closer, the proximity sensor 121 provided on the toy main body 120 performs detection, and in addition to playing the song, the song voice corresponding to the song is judged as the song progress position, and the corresponding song voice The toy body 120 is configured to perform as if karaoke is performed by changing and reproducing the progress position of the information.
[0034]
The audio output toy according to the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and it is needless to say that various changes can be made without departing from the gist of the present invention.
[0035]
In the above example, the proximity sensor detection information is only activated / deactivated, but based on the signal, there is a transmission means for transmitting a signal to a specific toy using the detection information from the proximity sensor. Audio output may be used. For example, when a specific toy is shaped like a milk bottle, a voice output toy is shaped like a doll, and the voice output toy is generating a sound like `` I want to drink milk ''"Sound of drinking" can be output. Similarly, a specific toy is shaped like a spoon, and while a sound such as “I want to drink soup” is being generated from the audio output toy, the spoon is brought closer, receives a signal from the spoon, and outputs a “soup drinking sound” be able to.
[0036]
In the above embodiment, the proximity sensor is used. However, in addition to the proximity sensor, any sensor may be used as long as it can detect that a specific toy is approaching, such as infrared rays, light, sound, and contact.
[0037]
【The invention's effect】
The present invention is implemented in the form described above and has the following effects.
[0038]
When a specific toy is brought close to the toy that selects the song and outputs the song, the proximity sensor detects it, and in addition to outputting the song, the corresponding singing voice information stored in the storage means is synthesized and output. Can do.
[0039]
When the proximity sensor detects during the sound output of the song, the progress position of the singing voice information can be adjusted and output in accordance with the progress position of the song.
[0040]
According to the present invention, the operating state of the toy can be identified not only by sound but also visually. Moreover, the visual effect accompanying light can be obtained and it can be set as the toy which is hard to get tired of a player.
[0041]
According to the present invention, the voice information corresponding to the song stored in the storage means is converted into a singing voice, so that it can be expressed as if the toy is karaoke.
[0042]
According to the present invention, a specific toy can be detected and operated at low cost by using a magnetic sensor as the proximity sensor and a magnetic component built in the specific toy.
[0043]
According to the present invention, it is possible to make a friendly toy by making the shape of the audio output toy a doll, and by providing the magnetic member near the mouth, the doll is singing can do.
[0044]
According to the present invention, by providing the shape of the music reproducing device imitating a microphone, it can be made a friendly toy, and it is possible to produce an effect as if a doll is singing using a microphone. .
[0045]
According to the present invention, the player's own singing voice information (singing voice) is synthesized with the music information by the voice synthesizing means, and the voice is output, so that it can be used like a normal karaoke microphone and the playability can be improved. it can.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a basic circuit configuration related to an audio output toy according to the present invention.
FIG. 2 is an embodiment relating to the shape of the audio output toy according to the present invention.
FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing the operation of the audio output toy according to the present invention.
FIG. 4 is an example showing a usage state of the audio output toy according to the present invention.
[Explanation of symbols]
100 Specific Toy 110 Magnetic Parts 120 Toy Body 121 Input Means (Song Selection Switch)
122 proximity sensor 123 control means 124 storage means 125 light output means 126 amplifier (amplifier)
127 Audio output means (speaker)
128 Voice input means (microphone)

Claims (5)

A toy simulating a microphone shape that outputs sound, wherein the toy includes a microphone as a sound input means, an input means for selecting a song, a proximity sensor that detects that a specific toy is brought close, and a plurality of songs storage means for storing information and voice information corresponding thereto, and speech synthesis means for forming an audio signal by performing synthesis of the music information and the singing voice information or input voice information of the voice input means, are the synthetic and sound output means for outputting a sound based on the audio signal, and control means, the control means reads the thus music information selected on the input unit, the proximity sensor based on detection information of the proximity sensor There is when detecting the proximity of a particular toy, let take place to the speech synthesis means synthesizing the singing voice information corresponding to the music information and the music information read from the storage unit, the proximity sensor By but when not detecting the proximity of a particular toy, it causes the audio output from the audio output means let done to the speech synthesis means combining the input voice information of the music information and the voice input means for reading from said memory means An audio output toy characterized by controlling audio output according to the music. 2. The control unit according to claim 1, wherein, when a specific toy is detected by the proximity sensor during the output of music information, the control means performs output control of the singing voice information in accordance with a progress position of the output of the music information. Voice output toy.   3. The sound output toy according to claim 1, wherein the sound output toy is provided with a light output means that shines in accordance with the sound output. In any one of claims 1 to 3, a magnetic sensor on the proximity sensor, also in the specific toy audio output toys and characterized in that the inner set of magnetic components corresponding to the magnetic sensor. In any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the specific toy, a doll shape is formed by imitating the shape, the magnetic component, an audio output toys and characterized by being provided inside the mouth near the doll .

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