WO2000033562A1 - Transmission module for a digital camera - Google Patents

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WO2000033562A1
WO2000033562A1 PCT/DE1999/003801 DE9903801W WO0033562A1 WO 2000033562 A1 WO2000033562 A1 WO 2000033562A1 DE 9903801 W DE9903801 W DE 9903801W WO 0033562 A1 WO0033562 A1 WO 0033562A1
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  • Transmitter module for a digital camera
  • the invention relates to a transmitter module according to the preamble of patent claim 1.
  • Digital cameras are known as small, handy cameras, in particular with zoom lenses.
  • the images photographed with these cameras can be stored in a digital image memory with different resolutions.
  • the viewfinder known in conventional cameras can be replaced by an, in particular pivotable, LCD monitor. Compression methods, in particular according to the JPEG method, can also be used to save the images.
  • a so-called smart media card is supplied with the camera, on which the photographed images can be saved.
  • the current storage capacity of this card is 4 MB.
  • the smart media card serves as removable storage.
  • a so-called MultiMediaCard (MMC) can also be provided as an exchangeable solid state storage solution for mobile applications in the digital camera.
  • the images stored in the camera or on one of the memory cards can be displayed on a conventional television set, and can also be transmitted to personal computers and processed there. It is also possible to output the images to a printer, preferably using color printers.
  • the digital camera has a serial interface with which the peripheral device is contacted via a corresponding connection cable. The digital camera can be connected to a radio via this connection cable. The pictures taken during vacation, for example, can then be sent to friends or home for further processing via this air interface.
  • the digital camera delivers images (still video) in a manner known per se. It is conceivable that it also records a sequence of images or a series of “moving images” (video). In the latter case, she can film, so to speak, at least for a short period of time. With the expected future increase in the storage capacity of the memory cards used, a still video digital camera can be used as a digital video camera.
  • the invention has for its object to simplify the operation of a digital camera, especially when sending images.
  • Figure 1 and Figure 2 shows the embodiment of a digital camera with a transmitter module in different views
  • Figure 3 is a block diagram of the digital camera.
  • FIG. 1 shows a digital camera DK with a housing G and an objective OB.
  • a memory card SK is provided for storing the image data.
  • the memory card SK can, for example, in a receiving slot of the housing G
  • the digital camera DK can be equipped with a transmission module SM.
  • the transmitter module SM is inserted, for example, into a narrow side of the housing G of the digital camera DK, or it can be integrated into the housing G. This is shown functionally by the arrow P1.
  • the transmitter module SM forms a functional unit of the digital camera DK integrated in the housing G.
  • the electrical connection of the transmitter module SM to the digital camera DK takes place via a memory card interface.
  • This memory card interface is otherwise used to connect to one of the memory cards described above for storing the image data.
  • the transmitter module SM is connected to a radio network via an antenna A.
  • the radio network can be a cellular radio network, for example designed according to the GSM or the DECT standard.
  • the radio network can also be a cellular network of the future, for example UMTS.
  • the transmission module SM has an interface to a so-called SIM card (Subscriber Identification Module), that is, means for contacting or reading the associated data.
  • SIM card Subscriber Identification Module
  • the SIM card is used for the usual connection to an operator in a mobile network, a provider.
  • the transmitter module SM can have its own power supply SV.
  • the energy supply can also come from a battery of the digital camera DK (not shown in the drawing).
  • a corresponding control button can be provided for activating the transmitter module SM, or it can be activated, for example, by pulling out an appropriately designed antenna.
  • an input device for entering a call number is provided on the transmitter module SM.
  • a Rotary dial DW can be provided, via which one or more speed dial numbers can be activated.
  • numeric keys can also be used as operating elements or a keypad can be offered together with a display for menu control.
  • a user interface BOF is provided on a narrow side of the digital camera DK (see FIG. 2), which is implemented, for example, by means of an LC display with touch keys and several buttons.
  • the user interface BOF is preferably used to operate the photographic elements of the digital camera DK, such as aperture and exposure time.
  • the transmitter module SM is integrated in the housing G of the digital camera DK.
  • a microphone MK is provided on the digital camera DK (see FIG. 1).
  • the image data recorded by the lens OB of the digital camera DK are processed in a controller ST and stored in a data memory DSP.
  • the audio data recorded by the microphone MK are digitized and processed in a signal conversion device SU, and are likewise stored in the data memory DSP via the control ST.
  • All or part of the image data and, if required, the audio data can also be stored in the memory card SK.
  • the memory card SK is shown in FIG. 3 as part of the data memory DSP. It is conceivable to realize the entire storage space of the data memory DSP using one or more such memory cards SK. A corresponding number of interfaces for contacting the memory cards SK can then be provided in the digital camera DK.
  • the image and optionally the audio data can be sent to the radio network via the transmitter module SM.
  • the transmitter module SM has a data interface DS which is contacted in the camera DK in the same way as a memory card SK.
  • the interface or memory card interface serves for the electrical and mechanical contacting of the transmitter module SM with the digital camera DK.
  • the transmitter module SM has the antenna A, which is connected to a transmitter stage SS.
  • the transmission stage SS is connected to a logic circuit LS, which is responsible for the digital signal processing and control in the transmission module SM.
  • the transmitter module SM also has the rotary selector DW, or general control elements.
  • the logic circuit LS, the rotary selector DW and the data interface DS are connected to one another via a data bus DB.
  • the data interface DS is connected via the connecting or contacting card interface to the data memory DSP, that is to say to the memory card (s) SK and to the controller ST of the camera DK.
  • graphic characters in particular texts, can be entered, for example via the user interface BOF of the digital camera DK.
  • the user interface BOF can be implemented by a pressure-sensitive display, for example a so-called touchscreen.
  • characters can be entered with a stylus.
  • the data belonging to these graphical characters can then also be transmitted to the radio network via the transmission module SM together with the image data and, if appropriate, the audio data.
  • the data emitted by the transmitter module SM of the digital camera DK are transmitted via the radio network to mobile and preferably stationary terminals.
  • Such end devices can be a videophone or a personal computer which is equipped with the appropriate ISDN or PC cards. Output via a printer is also possible.
  • the operator of the radio network can store it temporarily. If the called subscriber has a videophone with a video answering machine, the sent picture can optionally be stored on this video answering machine with the associated voice information and / or graphic information.

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The invention relates to a transmission module (SM) which is provided for interfacing with a radio network and which is configured such that it can be integrated in a digital camera (DK). Said camera comprises at least one interface to a memory card (SK). The invention provides that a data interface (DS) is adapted to the memory card interface.

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Sendemodul für eine DigitalkameraTransmitter module for a digital camera
Die Erfindung betrifft ein Sendemodul gemäß dem Oberbegriff des Patentanspruchs 1.The invention relates to a transmitter module according to the preamble of patent claim 1.
Digitalkameras als kleine, handliche Fotoapparate, insbesondere mit Zoomobjektiven, sind bekannt.. Die mit diesen Kameras fotografierten Bilder können mit einer unterschiedlichen Auflösung in einem digitalen Bildspeicher abgelegt werden. Der bei herkömmlichen Fotoapparaten bekannte Sucher kann durch einen, insbesondere schwenkbaren, LCD-Monitor ersetzt sein. Zur Abspeicherung der Bilder können auch Kompressionsverfah- ren, insbesondere nach dem JPEG-Verfahren, eingesetzt werden.Digital cameras are known as small, handy cameras, in particular with zoom lenses. The images photographed with these cameras can be stored in a digital image memory with different resolutions. The viewfinder known in conventional cameras can be replaced by an, in particular pivotable, LCD monitor. Compression methods, in particular according to the JPEG method, can also be used to save the images.
Zur Kamera wird eine sogenannte Smart-Media-Karte mitgeliefert, auf der die fotografierten Bilder gespeichert werden können. Die momentane Speicherkapazität dieser Karte beträgt 4 MB. Je nach Bildinhalt und in Abhängigkeit von der Auflösung des Bildwandlers können darauf zwischen 6 und 60 Bilder gespeichert werden. Die Smart-Media-Karte dient als austauschbarer Speicher. An Stelle der Smart-Media-Karte kann auch eine sogenannte MultiMediaCard (MMC) als wechselbare So- lid-State-Speicherlösung für mobile Anwendungen in der Digitalkamera vorgesehen sein.A so-called smart media card is supplied with the camera, on which the photographed images can be saved. The current storage capacity of this card is 4 MB. Depending on the image content and the resolution of the image converter, between 6 and 60 images can be saved on it. The smart media card serves as removable storage. Instead of the smart media card, a so-called MultiMediaCard (MMC) can also be provided as an exchangeable solid state storage solution for mobile applications in the digital camera.
Die im Fotoapparat beziehungsweise auf einer der Speicherkarten gespeicherten Bilder können an einem herkömmlichen Fern- sehgerät dargestellt, und auch zu Personalcomputern übertragen und dort bearbeitet werden. Ebenso ist eine Ausgabe der Bilder an einem Drucker möglich, wobei vorzugsweise Farbdruk- ker verwendet werden. Zur Ausgabe der Bilddaten weist die Digitalkamera eine serielle Schnittstelle auf, mit der über ein entsprechende Anschlußkabel das Peripheriegerät kontaktiert wird. Über dieses Anschlußkabel kann die Digitalkamera an ein Funkgerät angeschlossen werden. Die beispielsweise im Urlaub aufgenommenen Bilder können dann über diese Luftschnittstelle zu Freunden oder nach Hause zur weiteren Bearbeitung gesendet werden.The images stored in the camera or on one of the memory cards can be displayed on a conventional television set, and can also be transmitted to personal computers and processed there. It is also possible to output the images to a printer, preferably using color printers. To output the image data, the digital camera has a serial interface with which the peripheral device is contacted via a corresponding connection cable. The digital camera can be connected to a radio via this connection cable. The pictures taken during vacation, for example, can then be sent to friends or home for further processing via this air interface.
Die Digitalkamera liefert in an sich bekannter Weise Bilder (still video) . Es ist denkbar, daß sie auch eine Aufeinanderfolge von Bildern oder eine Serie von „Bewegtbilder* (video) aufnimmt. Sie kann im letzteren Fall, zumindest für eine kurze Zeitspanne, sozusagen filmen. Bei der zukünftig zu erwartenden Erhöhung der Speicherkapazität der verwendeten Speicherkarten kann eine Still-Video-Digitalkamera als digitale Videokamera eingesetzt werden.The digital camera delivers images (still video) in a manner known per se. It is conceivable that it also records a sequence of images or a series of “moving images” (video). In the latter case, she can film, so to speak, at least for a short period of time. With the expected future increase in the storage capacity of the memory cards used, a still video digital camera can be used as a digital video camera.
Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, die Bedienung einer Digitalkamera, insbesondere beim Versenden von Bildern, zu vereinfachen.The invention has for its object to simplify the operation of a digital camera, especially when sending images.
Diese Aufgabe wird erfindungsgemäß durch die im Patentanspruch 1 angegebenen Merkmale gelöst.This object is achieved by the features specified in claim 1.
Im folgenden wird die Erfindung anhand eines in der Zeichnung dargestellten Ausführungsbeispieles beschrieben. Dabei zei- gen:The invention is described below with reference to an embodiment shown in the drawing. Show:
Figur 1 und Figur 2 die erfindungsgemäße Ausgestaltung einer Digitalkamera mit einem Sendemodul in unterschiedlichen Ansichten, und Figur 3 ein Blockschaltbild der Digitalkamera.Figure 1 and Figure 2 shows the embodiment of a digital camera with a transmitter module in different views, and Figure 3 is a block diagram of the digital camera.
In Figur 1 ist eine Digitalkamera DK mit einem Gehäuse G und einem Objektiv OB dargestellt. Zur Speicherung der Bilddaten ist eine Speicherkarte SK vorgesehen. Die Speicherkarte SK kann beispielsweise in einen Aufnähmeschlitz des Gehäuses GFIG. 1 shows a digital camera DK with a housing G and an objective OB. A memory card SK is provided for storing the image data. The memory card SK can, for example, in a receiving slot of the housing G
(in der Figur nicht dargestellt) gesteckt werden. Dieser Vorgang ist symbolisch durch einen Pfeil P2 dargestellt. Die Digitalkamera DK kann erfindungsgemäß mit einem Sendemodul SM ausgerüstet werden. Hierzu wird der Sendemodul SM beispielsweise in eine Schmalseite des Gehäuses G der Digitalka- mera DK eingeführt, oder er kann in das Gehäuses G integriert sein. Dies ist durch den Pfeil Pl funktioneil dargestellt. Der Sendemodul SM bildet im eingesteckten Zustand eine in das Gehäuses G integrierte Funktionseinheit der Digitalkamera DK.(not shown in the figure). This process is symbolically represented by an arrow P2. According to the invention, the digital camera DK can be equipped with a transmission module SM. For this purpose, the transmitter module SM is inserted, for example, into a narrow side of the housing G of the digital camera DK, or it can be integrated into the housing G. This is shown functionally by the arrow P1. When plugged in, the transmitter module SM forms a functional unit of the digital camera DK integrated in the housing G.
Dabei erfolgt die elektrische Verbindung des Sendemoduls SM mit der Digitalkamera DK über eine Speicherkartenschnittstelle. Diese Speicherkartenschnittstelle dient ansonsten zur Verbindung zu einer der eingangs beschriebenen Speicherkarten zur Speicherung der Bilddaten.The electrical connection of the transmitter module SM to the digital camera DK takes place via a memory card interface. This memory card interface is otherwise used to connect to one of the memory cards described above for storing the image data.
Der Sendemodul SM ist über eine Antenne A mit einem Funknetz verbunden. Das Funknetz kann ein zellulares Funknetz sein, beispielsweise nach dem GSM- oder nach dem DECT-Standard ausgestaltet. Das Funknetz kann auch ein Mobilfunknetz der Zu- kunft sein, beispielsweise UMTS. Das Sendemodul SM weist eine Schnittstelle zu einer sogenannten SIM-Karte (Subscriber Identifikation Module) , das heißt Mittel zur Kontaktierung beziehungsweise zum Lesen der zugehörigen Daten auf. Die SIM- Karte dient zur üblichen Anbindung an einen Betreiber in ei- nem Mobilfunknetz, einen Provider.The transmitter module SM is connected to a radio network via an antenna A. The radio network can be a cellular radio network, for example designed according to the GSM or the DECT standard. The radio network can also be a cellular network of the future, for example UMTS. The transmission module SM has an interface to a so-called SIM card (Subscriber Identification Module), that is, means for contacting or reading the associated data. The SIM card is used for the usual connection to an operator in a mobile network, a provider.
Der Sendemodul SM kann eine eigene Stromversorgung SV aufweisen. Alternativ kann die Energieversorgung auch von einer Batterie der Digitalkamera DK (in der Zeichnung nicht darge- stellt) her erfolgen.The transmitter module SM can have its own power supply SV. Alternatively, the energy supply can also come from a battery of the digital camera DK (not shown in the drawing).
Zur Aktivierung des Sendemoduls SM kann ein entsprechende Bedientaste vorgesehen sein, oder die Aktivierung erfolgt beispielsweise durch ein Herausziehen einer entsprechend ausge- bildeten Antenne. Bei einer Ausgestaltung der Erfindung ist an dem Sendemodul SM eine Eingabevorrichtung zur Eingabe einer Rufnummer vorgesehen. Hierzu kann beispielsweise ein Drehwähler DW vorgesehen sein, über den eine oder mehrere Kurzwahlrufnummern aktiviert werden können.A corresponding control button can be provided for activating the transmitter module SM, or it can be activated, for example, by pulling out an appropriately designed antenna. In one embodiment of the invention, an input device for entering a call number is provided on the transmitter module SM. For example, a Rotary dial DW can be provided, via which one or more speed dial numbers can be activated.
An Stelle des sehr einfachen Drehwählers DW können auch als Bedienelemente Zifferntasten oder es kann ein Tastenfeld zusammen mit einem Anzeigedisplay für eine Menüsteuerung angeboten werden.Instead of the very simple rotary selector DW, numeric keys can also be used as operating elements or a keypad can be offered together with a display for menu control.
An einer Schmalseite der Digitalkamera DK (siehe Figur 2) ist eine Bedienoberfläche BOF vorgesehen, die beispielsweise durch ein LC-Display mit Touchkeys und mehrere Tasten realisiert ist. Die Bedienoberfläche BOF dient vorzugsweise zur Bedienung der fotografischen Elemente der Digitalkamera DK, wie beispielsweise Blende und Belichtungszeit. In Figur 2 ist der Sendemodul SM in das Gehäuse G der Digitalkamera DK integriert.A user interface BOF is provided on a narrow side of the digital camera DK (see FIG. 2), which is implemented, for example, by means of an LC display with touch keys and several buttons. The user interface BOF is preferably used to operate the photographic elements of the digital camera DK, such as aperture and exposure time. In Figure 2, the transmitter module SM is integrated in the housing G of the digital camera DK.
Bei einer weiteren Ausgestaltung der Erfindung ist an der Digitalkamera DK ein Mikrofon MK vorgesehen (siehe Figur 1) .In a further embodiment of the invention, a microphone MK is provided on the digital camera DK (see FIG. 1).
Die vom Objektiv OB der Digitalkamera DK aufgenommenen Bilddaten werden in einer Steuerung ST bearbeitet und in einem Datenspeicher DSP abgelegt.The image data recorded by the lens OB of the digital camera DK are processed in a controller ST and stored in a data memory DSP.
Die vom Mikrofon MK aufgenommenen Audiodaten (Ausgestaltung der Erfindung) werden in einer Signalumformeinrichtung SU digitalisiert und bearbeitet, und über die Steuerung ST ebenfalls in dem Datenspeicher DSP abgelegt.The audio data recorded by the microphone MK (embodiment of the invention) are digitized and processed in a signal conversion device SU, and are likewise stored in the data memory DSP via the control ST.
Die Bilddaten und bedarfsweise die Audiodaten können ganz oder teilweise auch in der Speicherkarte SK abgelegt werden. Die Speicherkarte SK ist in Figur 3 als Teil des Datenspeichers DSP dargestellt. Es ist denkbar, den gesamten Speicherplatz des Datenspeichers DSP durch eine oder auch mehrere solcher Speicherkarten SK zu realisieren. In der Digitalkamera DK können dann entsprechend viele Schnittstellen zur Kon- taktierung der Speicherkarten SK vorgesehen sein. Erfindungsgemäß können die Bild- und gegebenenfalls die Audiodaten über das Sendemodul SM an das Funknetz gegeben werden. Das Sendemodul SM weist hierzu eine Datenschnittstelle DS auf, die analog wie eine Speicherkarte SK in der Kamera DK kontaktiert wird. Genauere Ausführungen zu einer solchen Schnittstelle sind im Internet zu finden (siehe beispielsweise http://www.pc-card.com/miniaturecard.htm). Suchbegriffe sind: Miniature Card, PCMCIA, Compact Flash. Die Schnittstelle oder auch Speicherkartenschnittstelle dient zur elektrischen und mechanischen Kontaktierung des Sendemoduls SM mit der Digitalkamera DK.All or part of the image data and, if required, the audio data can also be stored in the memory card SK. The memory card SK is shown in FIG. 3 as part of the data memory DSP. It is conceivable to realize the entire storage space of the data memory DSP using one or more such memory cards SK. A corresponding number of interfaces for contacting the memory cards SK can then be provided in the digital camera DK. According to the invention, the image and optionally the audio data can be sent to the radio network via the transmitter module SM. For this purpose, the transmitter module SM has a data interface DS which is contacted in the camera DK in the same way as a memory card SK. More detailed information on such an interface can be found on the Internet (see for example http://www.pc-card.com/miniaturecard.htm). Keywords are: Miniature Card, PCMCIA, Compact Flash. The interface or memory card interface serves for the electrical and mechanical contacting of the transmitter module SM with the digital camera DK.
Das Sendemodul SM weist die Antenne A auf, die an einer Sen- destufe SS angeschaltet ist. Die Sendestufe SS ist mit einer Logikschaltung LS verbunden, die für die digitale Singalver- arbeitung und -Steuerung im Sendemodul SM zuständig ist.The transmitter module SM has the antenna A, which is connected to a transmitter stage SS. The transmission stage SS is connected to a logic circuit LS, which is responsible for the digital signal processing and control in the transmission module SM.
Weiter weist das Sendemodul SM den Drehwähler DW, oder allge- mein Bedienelemente auf. Die Logikschaltung LS, der Drehwähler DW und die Datenschnittstelle DS sind untereinander über einen Datenbus DB verbunden. Die Datenschnittstelle DS ist über die verbindende beziehungsweise kontaktierende Kartenschnittstelle mit dem Datenspeicher DSP, das heißt mit der oder den Speicherkarten SK und mit der Steuerung ST der Kamera DK verbunden.The transmitter module SM also has the rotary selector DW, or general control elements. The logic circuit LS, the rotary selector DW and the data interface DS are connected to one another via a data bus DB. The data interface DS is connected via the connecting or contacting card interface to the data memory DSP, that is to say to the memory card (s) SK and to the controller ST of the camera DK.
Bei einer zusätzlichen Ausgestaltung der Erfindung können, beispielsweise über die Bedienoberfläche BOF der Digitalkame- ra DK, graphische Zeichen, insbesondere Texte, eingegeben werden. Die Bedienoberfläche BOF kann hierzu durch ein drucksensitives Display, beispielsweise einen sogenannten Touchscreen, realisiert sein. Auf diesem Touchscreen kann mit einem Griffel die Zeicheneingabe erfolgen.In an additional embodiment of the invention, graphic characters, in particular texts, can be entered, for example via the user interface BOF of the digital camera DK. For this purpose, the user interface BOF can be implemented by a pressure-sensitive display, for example a so-called touchscreen. With this stylus, characters can be entered with a stylus.
Diese Zeichen sollen beispielsweise einem Bild beziehungsweise den zugehörigen Bilddaten zugeordnet werden. Die Bedien- Oberfläche ist hierzu über die Steuerung ST ebenfalls mit dem Datenspeicher DSP verbunden. Auf diese Weise kann ein Bild mit einem Text beschriftet oder allgemein mit graphischen Zeichen versehen werdenThese characters are to be assigned, for example, to an image or the associated image data. The operating For this purpose, the surface is also connected to the data memory DSP via the control ST. In this way, an image can be labeled with text or generally provided with graphic characters
Die zu diesen graphischen Zeichen gehörenden Daten können dann ebenfalls, zusammen mit den Bilddaten und gegebenenfalls den Audiodaten, über das Sendemodul SM zum Funknetz übertragen werden.The data belonging to these graphical characters can then also be transmitted to the radio network via the transmission module SM together with the image data and, if appropriate, the audio data.
Die vom Sendemodul SM der Digitalkamera DK abgegebenen Daten, insbesondere Bilddaten, werden über das Funknetz zu mobilen und vorzugsweise stationären Endgeräten übertragen. Solche Endgeräte können ein Bildtelefon oder ein Personalcomputer sein, der mit den entsprechenden ISDN- beziehungsweise PC- Karten ausgestattet ist. Auch eine Ausgabe über einen Drucker ist möglich.The data emitted by the transmitter module SM of the digital camera DK, in particular image data, are transmitted via the radio network to mobile and preferably stationary terminals. Such end devices can be a videophone or a personal computer which is equipped with the appropriate ISDN or PC cards. Output via a printer is also possible.
Wenn der angerufene Teilnehmer momentan nicht erreichbar ist, kann eine Zwischenspeicherung beim Betreiber des Funknetzes erfolgen. Wenn der gerufene Teilnehmer ein Bildtelefon mit Video-Anrufbeantworter besitzt, so kann das gesendete Bild gegebenenfalls mit zugehöriger Sprachinformation oder/und graphischer Information auf diesem Video-Anrufbeantworter ge- speichert werden. If the called subscriber cannot be reached at the moment, the operator of the radio network can store it temporarily. If the called subscriber has a videophone with a video answering machine, the sent picture can optionally be stored on this video answering machine with the associated voice information and / or graphic information.

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1. Sendemodul (SM) zur Anbindung an ein Funknetz, ausgebildet zur Integration in eine Digitalkamera (DK) , die mindestens eine Schnittstelle zu einer Speicherkarte (SK) aufweist, g e k e n n z e i c h n e t d u r c h, eine an die Speicherkartenschnittstelle angepaßte Datenschnittstelle (DS) zur Verbindung und Kontaktierung.1.Sending module (SM) for connection to a radio network, designed for integration into a digital camera (DK) that has at least one interface to a memory card (SK), g e k e n n e e c h n e t d u r c h, a data interface (DS) adapted to the memory card interface for connection and contacting.
2. Sendemodul (SM) nach Anspruch 1 g e k e n n z e i c h n e t d u r c , Mittel zur Eingabe einer Rufnummer. 2. Transmitter module (SM) according to claim 1, a number of means for entering a telephone number.
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