JPH04160851A - Telephone set - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To reproduce a content of talking in a voice signal by an IC card itself by providing a connector to a telephone set main body and providing an IC card loaded/ejected to/from the connector incorporating a recording means and a reproducing means and a speaker for the talking content to the telephone set. CONSTITUTION:A telephone set main body 3 is provided with a connector 2, is incorporated with a means recording a talking content, a means reproducing the recorded talking content and a speaker reproducing the talking content as a sound and provided with an IC card 1 loaded/ejected to/from the connector 2. That is, the IC card 1 fitted removably to the telephone set 3 via the connector 2 records a talking content, stores it and the recorded talking content is converted into sound by the speaker provided to the IC card 1 itself. Thus, the talking content is repetitively reproduced and heard as sound (human voice) at an optional location and in an optional time without utilizing the telephone set.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [Field of Industrial Application] The present invention relates to a telephone call recording/playback function, and particularly to means convenient for recording and playing back a message to an absentee.

[Prior Art] The telephone described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 62-286343 converts the contents of a call into a PCM signal into a PCM signal when it enters a receiver or speaker from a transmitter or microphone via a communication path. It was stored sequentially at a predetermined address on the card.

During playback, the content of the call converted into the PCM signal is converted into analog and outputted as normal audio from the handset or speaker of the telephone itself.

Further, the telephone message card described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 63-257697 includes an IC memory element that inputs and stores messages using a telephone, a voice conversion means for reading out the messages as voice, and activation and deactivation of the voice conversion means. A control circuit was provided to control the

[Problems to be Solved by the Invention] In the above-mentioned conventional technology, the IC card itself cannot reproduce the contents of a call, and a telephone main body must be used in combination.

At that time, if I turned on the speaker, there was a problem that other people could hear me.

Additionally, there was no way to quickly check the number of recorded calls.

Furthermore, there was a lack of consideration given to the repeated use of IC cards, resulting in considerable maintenance costs.

In particular, it has been difficult in practice to record and send messages that require confidentiality and privacy.

There were no particular measures in place to prevent mistakes in recording the contents of calls or malfunctions.

There was also the problem that the output of the battery built into the IC card decreased, causing the recording and playback functions to malfunction.

When there are multiple recorded messages, it takes a considerable amount of time to find the desired message.

If you wanted to add notes from the recipient to the recorded call, you had to add a piece of paper, and there was a risk that it would get lost.

Furthermore, it is not possible to leave one's own message in real voice on the IC card itself, making it difficult to send it to the other party when the person in question is not present.

Furthermore, there was also the problem of forgetting to record the time when the content of the call was recorded.

Since only one IC card can be connected, it is inefficient to convey the contents of a call to multiple people.

Similarly, it was not possible to copy the contents of calls or messages between IC cards.

IC cards lacked a means to write down the title, etc.

There was also a risk that the contents of the call stored in the IC card would be erased due to malfunction.

In particular, no consideration was given to ensuring that the recorded conversations could be accurately heard.

Replaceable batteries for IC cards have the problem of high operating costs.

A first object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system capable of reproducing telephone messages, that is, the contents of a telephone call, using the IC card itself without being bound by the telephone body.

A second object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that can reproduce the contents of a call without being overheard by others.

A third object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that allows easy visual confirmation of the number of recorded calls.

A fourth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that allows repeated use of IC cards and reduces maintenance costs.

A fifth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that can protect the confidentiality and privacy of the contents of calls addressed to the user.

A sixth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that can prevent mistakes in recording call contents and malfunctions.

A seventh object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that can prevent malfunctions of the recording/playback function due to a decrease in the output of the battery built into the IC card.

An eighth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that allows the user to freely search the contents of a plurality of recorded calls and quickly find a desired message.

A ninth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that can additionally record a recipient's memo or the like to the recorded call contents.

- A tenth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that allows a user to leave a message in his or her own voice and send it to the other party even when the user is not present.

An eleventh object of the present invention is to provide a II telephone equipped with an IC card system that records the time at the same time as recording the contents of a call and allows the user to know the time when a message was received.

A twelfth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that can efficiently record messages to multiple people.

A thirteenth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that can copy call contents and messages between IC cards.

A fourteenth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system capable of sending text messages as well as voice messages.

A fifteenth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that can prevent the contents of a call stored in an IC card from being erased due to malfunction.

A sixteenth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that can accurately listen to the contents of a conversation recorded in rapid succession.

A seventeenth object of the present invention is to provide a telephone equipped with an IC card system that eliminates the need for IC card battery replacement and reduces operating costs.

[Means for Solving the Problems] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention includes a connector on the main body of the telephone, a means for recording the contents of a call, a means for reproducing the recorded contents of the call, and a means for recording the contents of the call as audio. The present invention proposes a telephone equipped with a built-in speaker for reproduction and an IC card that can be freely attached to and detached from the connector.

An earphone terminal can be provided instead of or in parallel with the speaker.

Display means may be provided to display the number of recorded calls.

It is also possible to provide means for erasing the recorded conversation content on the IC card or for overwriting new conversation content over the recorded conversation content.

In either case, it is effective to protect privacy if a security system is provided that operates the reproduction means or recording means only when a predetermined number or character string is input to the reproduction means or recording means of the IC card.

Further, the IC card or the telephone may be provided with a display means for indicating the recording status of the contents of the call.

It is desirable that the IC card be provided with a display means indicating that the output of the recording/playback battery has decreased.

Fast-forward or skip multiple recorded calls.

It is also possible to provide the card with means for backward searching.

If the IC card is provided with a microphone and a recording means using the microphone, recording can be performed using only the IC card.

The telephone or the IC card may be provided with a mixing means that plays back and mixes the contents of a call recorded on the IC card or a message recorded using a microphone during a call.

It is also possible to provide the IC card or the telephone with a clock and means for automatically recording the time when the contents of the call were recorded on the IC card based on the clock.

The telephone is equipped with multiple connectors and multiple IC cards,
If an IC card selection means 1 for recording the contents of a call is provided in the packing machine, a plurality of IC cards can be used together.

If a means for copying recorded contents between the plurality of IC cards is provided, the scope of use will be further expanded.

A space for writing notes using a writing instrument can also be provided on the IC card.

It is desirable that the IC card is provided with a means for preventing accidental erasure of recorded contents.

If the IC card is provided with a means for adjusting the playback speed of the recorded content, it will be convenient to confirm the content.

It is also desirable that the battery of the IC card be a rechargeable battery, and that the telephone set be provided with means for charging the battery.

As described above, the IC card of the present invention has built-in means for recording the contents of the call, means for reproducing the recorded contents of the call, and a speaker for reproducing the contents of the call as audio.

[Effect]

In the present invention, an IC card detachably attached to a telephone via a connector records the contents of the call,
Hold. The contents of the call recorded on the IC card will be recorded on the IC card.
It can be converted into audio and played back using a speaker installed in the card body. Therefore, it becomes possible to repeatedly listen to the content of the call as voice (real voice) at any place and at any time without using a telephone.

Therefore, when the recipient returns home, the IC card containing the recorded message can be left on the absentee's desk. Then, the absentee can reproduce and listen to the message anytime and anywhere without using a telephone. Furthermore, since the message is recorded using an IC card, the message can be accurately conveyed to the absentee person using a real voice. Furthermore, the person who is requested to send a message can eliminate the time required to write down the message on memo paper or the like. Therefore, the time consumed for messages, especially in the office, can be eliminated and work efficiency can be improved.

The earphone jack provided on the IC card is convenient for listening with earphones, and since your message will not be heard by others, you can protect your privacy.

A counting means provided on the IC card counts the number of recorded calls and gives a serial number to each call. The display means displays the total number, and when playing back the call content,
Displays the serial number given to each call. This results in
It becomes easy to check the total number of recorded calls, search for a desired call from among a plurality of calls, and check the content of the call being played back.

The erasing/overwriting means provided in the IC card erases the old call content and stores the new call content. Therefore, the IC card can be used repeatedly.

A means for inputting a password or password provided on the IC card converts them into electrical signals.

The means for determining the PIN number or PIN character determines whether it is the same as the one registered in advance, and if it matches, the playback or recording is performed normally, and if it is different, the playback or recording is performed. to protect your privacy.

The recording confirmation pilot lamp provided on the IC card checks whether recording is being performed normally and indicates whether it is lit or not. On the other hand, the battery output confirmation pilot lamp checks whether the battery output is normal or not, and indicates whether or not the battery needs to be replaced by lighting up or not. These measures prevent malfunctions during recording or playback.

The microphone provided on the IC card enables recording only by the IC card, and facilitates the creation of a response message for the IC card.

A mixing means provided on the IC card mixes the contents of the call or the message recorded on the IC card with the conversation during the call. By using this mixing means, for example, it is possible to check past calls during a call, and it is also possible to mix messages from an absent person.

A clock installed in the IC card or LI phone sends a time signal to the IC card when call recording starts. The time signal is recorded on the IC card together with the contents of the call, and displayed on the display means during playback.

Therefore, the time when the call occurred can be accurately known.

The whiteboard installed on the external case of the IC card is
This is convenient for writing down messages that could not be recorded on the C card. In other words, it is possible to use voice messages and text messages together.

The playback speed adjusting means provided in the IC card changes the generation interval of a timing signal that controls the speed at which the call content is played back, thereby making it easier to confirm the call content.

The battery of the IC card is rechargeable, and when the IC card is inserted into the phone, it is automatically charged by a charging means built into the phone. Therefore, the user does not have to worry about replacing batteries, and operating costs can be reduced.

〔Example〕

Next, an embodiment in which the present invention is applied to a push-button telephone will be described with reference to FIGS. 1, 2, and 3. FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the structure of an embodiment of the telephone according to the present invention;
FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the structure of the IC card (message card) used in the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, and FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration inside the message card.

Here, the IC card to which the present invention is applied will be referred to as a message card, focusing on its purpose of use and function.

As shown in FIG. 1, a connector 2 for attaching and detaching a message card 1 is provided on the side surface of the telephone main body 3.

As shown in FIG. 2, the message card 1 takes in the contents of the call from the telephone main body 3 via the connector 11, and when the recording button 12 is pressed, the message card 1 stores it in the main memory 22 of the message card. At this time, the recording check pilot lamp 13 lights up during recording, for example, to indicate that recording is being performed normally. The counting means assigns a serial number to each of the plurality of call contents, for example, in the order in which they were recorded. The display screen 14 displays the total number of recorded calls.

After recording the contents of the call, remove the message card 1 from the telephone body 3 and place it on the desk of the absent person who received the message, for example.
You can place it as if you were placing a notepad.

Next, the message reproduction function of the message card will be explained. The person receiving the message card uses the rewind button 19 or the fast forward button 18 to search for the desired message while looking at the numbers on the display screen 14. For example, after operating the rewind button 19 and confirming on the display screen 14 that the content is the first call, the user presses the playback button 15. Then, the content of the first recorded call can be heard as audio through the speaker 16. Note that the volume of the speaker is adjusted by a volume adjustment switch 161. Also,
If you do not want others to hear what you are saying, just connect an earphone to the earphone terminal 17.

In this way, the contents of the call can be recorded on the message card 1, removed from the main body of the telephone, and placed on the absent person's desk, for example, like a notepad.

Therefore, the person who is requested to send the message does not have to make notes, which tend to be cumbersome and inaccurate. Additionally, the person receiving the message can hear the message in real voice, understand it accurately, and know the subtle nuances and atmosphere. Furthermore, the reproduction of a message as audio using the message card can be repeated not only on a desk but also anywhere, anytime, and even without the telephone body 3, using only the message card. Therefore, it can be a powerful weapon for business.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of the overall configuration of the internal circuit of the telephone message card 1 according to the present invention. , liA voice analog signal sent from the main body of the telephone via the connector 11 is converted into a digital signal by the A/D converter 20 and stored in the main memory 22. During playback, on the contrary, the digital signal is converted into an analog signal by the D/A converter 23, outputted to the speaker 16 or the earphone terminal 17 via the volume adjustment switch 161, and played back as audio.

To record, play, fast forward or rewind, press the record button 12.
．． Play button 15. Fast forward button 18° Rewind button 1
This is done under the direction of a central control unit 21 connected to 9. Further, a pilot lamp 13 indicating the recording state is provided in connection with the recording button 12. Furthermore, when recording, the recorded call content is counted in conjunction with the recording button,
Counter 25 that assigns and manages numbers to each call content
is provided, and the number calculated by the counter 25 is displayed on the display screen 14.

When searching for a predetermined call content from among a plurality of recorded call content using the fast forward button 18 and the rewind button 19, the number assigned to each call content is displayed on the display screen 14 by the counter 20. be done. The user searches while looking at the number on the display screen 14.

The message card 1 is operated by a battery 24 like a general IC card, and the main memory 22 includes an electrically erasable/writable EEPROM (Electrica Memory Card), for example.
lly Erasable and Programm
availableReadOnlyMemory) etc. are used. Further, the message card 1 can also be manufactured by modifying a commercially available IC card.

A second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment is that when recording the content of a call, the time at that time is recorded at the same time, and when the content of the call is played back, the number assigned to the content of the call is recorded by a counter. The present invention is to enable display of the time on the display screen 141.

In this example, the number of the call is number 2, and the time is l5.
: Shows 00. This makes it possible to know the time when the contents of the call were recorded, that is, the time when the message was received. It goes without saying that it is important to know the time when a message was received, especially in business. In this embodiment, the time is displayed, but the date, year, etc. may also be displayed.

Further, in this embodiment, as in the first embodiment, it is possible to easily record the contents of a telephone call, remove it from the main body of the telephone, and listen to the audio at any location. Therefore, the person requested to send a message does not need to take notes. On the other hand, the person who received the message will be able to hear the message accurately in their own voice.

A third embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment is that a battery check button 31 is provided to check the battery output of the message card 1. For example, when this button 31 is pressed, a power check pilot lamp 32 is turned on. This allows the output voltage of the battery 24 to be confirmed.

In this embodiment, mistakes such as recording failure due to battery consumption are eliminated. Furthermore, the same effects as in the first embodiment can be expected in this embodiment as well.

A fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment is that a microphone 33 is provided. - In this embodiment, in addition to recording the contents of the call, the person requested to carry the message can supplement the message with voice. For example, the time or date the call was recorded.
You can record the time, place, etc. with voice, and convey more information. Further, in this embodiment as well, the same effects as in the first embodiment can be expected.

A fifth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The difference between this embodiment and the fourth embodiment is that a mixing button 34 for mixing audio is provided.

The mixing button 34 is used to mix the contents of the call stored in the message card or the message recorded using the microphone 33 into the conversation during the call.

According to this function, it is possible to talk while confirming the contents of a recorded telephone conversation, such as an appointment, which is useful for business calls and the like. Furthermore, the same effects as in the fourth embodiment can be expected in this embodiment as well.

A sixth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The purpose of this embodiment is to reduce the cost. That is,
The difference from the first embodiment is that the fast forward button 18 of the first embodiment was provided assuming recording and playback of multiple call contents.
2. There is no rewind button 19° display screen 14.

The message card of this embodiment is inexpensive and easy to operate. Also, in this embodiment, the same effects as in the first embodiment can be expected, except that the number of call contents that can be recorded is limited to one.

A seventh embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. This embodiment is also aimed at lowering the cost. Although not shown here, the difference from the sixth embodiment is that the recording button 1
2 and a recording check pilot lamp 13 are provided on the telephone main body 3 side, and the earphone terminal 17 is also removed.

Although the functions of this embodiment are the minimum required, the operation becomes very simple. Specifically, there is only one operation button, the playback button 15. Moreover, it becomes possible to significantly reduce the price. Further, in this embodiment as well, although the content of a call that can be recorded is limited to one, the same effects as in the first embodiment can be expected.

An eighth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.

The difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment is that a password input means 35, that is, a password input means 35, is provided.

Only when the password registered in advance and the password input by the input means match, for example, the content of the recorded conversation can be played back. Therefore, for example, personal information is not disclosed to others, and the contents of the call can be kept confidential. Further, in this embodiment as well, the same effects as in the first embodiment can be expected.

A ninth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.

The difference between this embodiment and the seventh embodiment is that a whiteboard 36 is provided on the cover of the message card so that simple memos and the like can be written thereon.

The addressee of the message can be written on this whiteboard, and even if there are multiple message cards, the user can extract the desired message card and record the message without getting confused. Therefore, it becomes possible to reliably deliver the message to the destination of the message. Furthermore, since the opinions of the person requested to send the message can be added as text, more information can be conveyed. Furthermore, in this embodiment as well, by using the minimum necessary functions, it is possible to expect the same effects as in the first embodiment at a low price similar to that in the seventh embodiment.

A tenth embodiment of the invention will be described with reference to FIG.

The difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment is that the connector 2 of the telephone main body 3 is made into two so that two message cards 1 can be attached at the same time, and the recording button provided on the message card 1 is replaced. , the number of recording selection buttons 37 corresponding to the number of message cards is provided on the telephone main body 3.

In this embodiment, it is possible to selectively distribute and record the contents of a call to two message cards 1. For example, one message card 1 is assigned to each person, and the contents of the call to each person can be distributed to each message card 1 and recorded. Further, in this embodiment as well, the same effects as in the first embodiment can be expected. Note that it is also possible to provide a function to copy and record the contents of calls between message cards. This way, you can send the same message to multiple people.

An eleventh embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment is that a reproduction speed adjustment switch 38 is provided to adjust the reproduction speed of the contents of the call.

When the playback speed is adjusted using the playback speed adjustment switch 38, the contents of a conversation recorded at a fast rate can be heard at a slow speed, and messages etc. can be understood accurately. Note that the playback speed adjusting means may be of any type as long as it delays the playback speed timing signal output from the central control unit during playback. In this embodiment as well, the same effects as in the first embodiment can be expected.

In the above embodiments, the functions added individually in each embodiment to the first embodiment have been explained, but it is possible that multiple functions added in some embodiments may be provided redundantly. it is obvious.

[Effect of the invention] According to the present invention, the following effects can be obtained.

Of course, it is possible to easily record the contents of a telephone conversation on a message card that uses an IC card, but the message card is also removable from the telephone body, and the message card itself has an audio playback function and a speaker. This makes it possible to listen to the conversation in real voice at any time and place.

In addition, a person requested to send a message by telephone no longer has to take notes, which tend to be cumbersome and inaccurate, and thus does not waste his or her precious time.

Furthermore, the person receiving the message can hear and accurately understand the message's contents directly in their own voice, and can even detect subtle nuances and atmosphere.

With a message card equipped with an earphone jack, only you can hear the contents of the call without being overheard by others, protecting your privacy.

The recorded call content is erased and the new call content is overwritten over the old call content, allowing the same message card to be used any number of times, and is highly economical.

The display means for displaying the number of recorded calls makes it easy to know the total number of calls, and by using the display means together with the search means, it is possible to easily search for and reproduce the desired call content.

A security system protects the confidentiality of calls,
You can protect your privacy.

A pilot lamp is provided to check the recording status and battery output status to prevent recording mistakes.

By providing a microphone, in addition to recording the contents of a telephone conversation, it is possible to record the voice directly onto the message card and use it for supplementary explanation of the contents of the conversation.

On the other hand, if you leave a message in advance on a message card using a microphone, you can use it in conjunction with a mixing method to mix the message with the call during the call, so that even if the person in charge who left the message is absent, the other party can can provide accurate and detailed information.

When recording the contents of a call, the time is recorded, allowing you to know the freshness of the contents of the call.

By attaching a plurality of message cards at the same time and using a recording selection means, it is possible to efficiently record messages to a plurality of people.

A part of the cover of the message card is equipped with a whiteboard, etc., where information such as the destination of the message can be written, allowing even more information to be conveyed through text and voice.

By using the reproduction speed adjustment means, even fast-spoken messages can be reproduced at a low speed so that they can be understood accurately.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the overall structure of a first embodiment of the telephone according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the structure of a message card used in the first embodiment, and FIG. 3 is a circuit configuration inside the message card. A block diagram showing one example, FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing a second embodiment of the message card according to the present invention, FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing a third embodiment of the message card according to the present invention, and FIG. FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a fourth embodiment of the message card according to the invention; FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a fifth embodiment of the message card according to the invention;
The figure is a perspective view showing the sixth embodiment of the message card according to the present invention, No. 91! 1 is a perspective view showing the seventh embodiment of the message card according to the present invention, and FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing the eighth embodiment of the message card according to the present invention.
11 is a perspective view showing a ninth embodiment of a message card according to the present invention; FIG. 12 is a perspective view showing the overall structure of a telephone according to a tenth embodiment of the present invention; FIG.
The figure is a perspective view of a message card showing an eleventh embodiment of the message card according to the present invention. DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1...IC card (message card), 2...Connector, 3...Telephone body, 11...Connector, 12...Recording button, 13...Recording check pilot lamp, 14... Display screen, 15...
Play button, 16... Speaker, 17... Earphone terminal, 18... Fast forward button, 19... Rewind button, 20... A/D converter, 21... Central control unit,
22... Main memory, 23... D/A converter, 24...
・Battery, 25...Counter, 31...Battery check button, 32...Battery check pilot lamp, 33...
Microphone, 34...Mixing button, 35...
・Password input means, 36... Whiteboard, 37... Recording selection button, 38... Playback speed adjustment switch, 141... Call content recording time display screen, 161...
Volume adjustment switch, 162...elliptical speaker.

Claims (1)

[Scope of Claims] 1. The telephone main body is provided with a connector, and the telephone has a built-in means for recording the content of the call, a means for reproducing the recorded content of the call, and a speaker for reproducing the content of the call as audio, and is detachably attached to the connector. A telephone characterized by being equipped with an IC card. 2. The telephone according to claim 1, further comprising an earphone terminal instead of the speaker. 3. The telephone according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the IC card is provided with display means for displaying the number of recorded calls. 4. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising means for erasing the recorded call content on the IC card or overwriting the recorded call content with new call content. Featured telephones. 5. In the telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 4, the reproduction means or recording means is operated only when a predetermined number or character string is input to the reproduction means or recording means of the IC card. A telephone characterized by being equipped with a security system. 6. The telephone set according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the IC card or the telephone set is provided with display means for indicating a recording state of the contents of the call. 7. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the IC card is provided with a display means indicating that the output of the recording/playback battery has decreased. 8. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the IC card is provided with means for searching by fast forwarding, skipping, and reversing the contents of a plurality of recorded calls. 9. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the IC card is provided with a microphone and a recording means using the microphone. 10. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the telephone includes a mixing means for reproducing and mixing the contents of a call recorded on the IC card or a message recorded using the microphone during a call. Or a telephone set provided in the IC card. 11. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the IC card or the telephone is provided with a clock and means for automatically recording the time when the contents of the call were recorded on the IC card based on the clock. A telephone set characterized by: 12. The telephone set according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the telephone set includes a plurality of the connectors and a plurality of the IC cards, and the telephone set is provided with an IC card selection means for recording call content. A telephone characterized by: 13. The telephone according to claim 12, further comprising means for copying recorded contents between the plurality of IC cards. 14. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 13, characterized in that a space for writing notes using a writing instrument is provided on the IC card. 15. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 14, characterized in that the IC card is provided with means for preventing accidental erasure of recorded contents. 16. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 15, characterized in that the IC card is provided with means for adjusting the playback speed of recorded content. 17. The telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 16, wherein the battery of the IC card is a rechargeable battery, and the telephone is equipped with means for charging the battery. 18. The IC card used in the telephone according to any one of claims 1 to 17.