WO2006100729A1 - Dispositif de telecommande - Google Patents

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WO2006100729A1
WO2006100729A1 PCT/JP2005/004989 JP2005004989W WO2006100729A1 WO 2006100729 A1 WO2006100729 A1 WO 2006100729A1 JP 2005004989 W JP2005004989 W JP 2005004989W WO 2006100729 A1 WO2006100729 A1 WO 2006100729A1
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keyboard
remote control
control device
casing
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Masanori Tsukuda
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Fujitsu Limited
Fujitsu Peripherals Limited
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F3/00—Input arrangements for transferring data to be processed into a form capable of being handled by the computer; Output arrangements for transferring data from processing unit to output unit, e.g. interface arrangements
    • G06F3/01—Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
    • G06F3/02—Input arrangements using manually operated switches, e.g. using keyboards or dials
    • G06F3/0202—Constructional details or processes of manufacture of the input device
    • G06F3/0221—Arrangements for reducing keyboard size for transport or storage, e.g. foldable keyboards, keyboards with collapsible keys
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H13/00—Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch
    • H01H13/70—Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard
    • H01H13/86—Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard characterised by the casing, e.g. sealed casings or casings reducible in size
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H2223/00—Casings
    • H01H2223/046—Casings convertible
    • H01H2223/052—Casings convertible reductible in size, e.g. for transportation

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  • the present invention relates to a remote control device used for remote operation of a video device or the like in which a television (television) and a computer are integrated.
  • a display device (video equipment) that can be used as both a personal computer and a television is provided by incorporating a computer main body and a TV tuner in a display device.
  • a remote control device In order to operate such a display device, a remote control device is usually used.
  • the remote control device when using the display device as a television, the remote control device performs function selection, channel selection, volume setting, and various settings.
  • a keyboard separate from the remote control device is used.
  • the remote control device and the mouse are small and take up little space, but the keyboard requires space and is annoying when not in use. Therefore, it is desirable to touch the keyboard when not in use as a personal computer.
  • the keyboard since the keyboard is large, it is difficult to find the storage location on the desk. For this reason, the display device may be leaned behind or on the side, which impairs the overall design of the display device.
  • Patent Document 1 proposes a device that can operate an AV personal computer or a television with a single remote control and can operate the keyboard of the AV personal computer by connecting a keyboard to the remote control.
  • Patent Document 2 describes functions of a remote control for television and video, and a keyboard for a personal computer.
  • a device that combines the functions of the mouse and mouse into a wireless network has been proposed.
  • a dedicated input device for the remote control function is arranged in the upper layer
  • a general-purpose input device having a keyboard function is arranged in the lower layer
  • the lower layer can be operated by opening the upper layer.
  • Patent Document 1 JP-A-10-326141
  • Patent Document 2 JP-A-10-124222
  • a keyboard mode is established by connecting a keyboard to a remote control, and remote operation by the keyboard can be performed.
  • the keyboard is separated from the remote control for operation with the remote control, so a space is required to accommodate the keyboard.
  • the present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems, and includes a remote control function such as a television and a keyboard function, and is configured to be compact without compromising the operability of the keyboard.
  • An object is to provide a remote control device that can use both functions at the same time.
  • An apparatus is a remote control device capable of remotely operating a video device by a group of operation keys provided on an operation surface of the casing, and remotely operating the computer within the casing.
  • a sheet-like flexible keyboard is housed
  • the operation surface of the casing when the keyboard is pulled out of the casing can be arranged with the keyboard facing upward and the operation surface of the keyboard facing upward.
  • the casing is provided with a storage chamber that is open across a bottom surface that is a surface opposite to the operation surface and one side surface that follows the bottom surface.
  • a lid for covering the part is detachably provided, and the keyboard is stored in the storage chamber.
  • the keyboard is folded and stored in the casing.
  • the keyboard has one end on either side of the keyboard close to the bottom surface in the storage chamber and is connected to the casing at a position, and the other end on the back side of the side surface of the lid. Connected. Further, when a mark for folding is displayed on the surface of the keyboard, it is easy to fold.
  • the keyboard is wound and stored in the casing.
  • one end of the keyboard is connected to the casing at a position close to the bottom surface in the storage chamber, and the other end is connected to a rotating shaft provided on the lid.
  • the keyboard is wound up or rewound by rotation of the rotating shaft.
  • a detection sensor for detecting that the keyboard is stored in the storage chamber is provided, and when the detection sensor detects the storage of the keyboard, the keyboard is operated. Controlled to disable.
  • the operation key group can operate the video equipment, the keyboard can operate a computer, and the operation key group and the keyboard can be operated independently and simultaneously. is there.
  • the operation key group or the keyboard is provided with a pointing device.
  • FIG. 1 is a front view of a remote control device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 2 is a left side view of the remote control device.
  • FIG. 3 is a bottom view of the remote control device.
  • FIG. 4 is a top view of the remote control device.
  • FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 3 of the remote control device.
  • FIG. 6 is an enlarged view of the engaging portion in FIG.
  • FIG. 7 is a front view showing a state where the keyboard of the remote control device is pulled out.
  • FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view showing an example of a keyboard structure.
  • FIG. 9 is a block diagram showing a circuit of the remote control device.
  • FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a state in which video equipment is operated by a remote control device.
  • FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view of a remote control device according to another embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 12 is a perspective view showing a part of the lid body with the keyboard pulled out.
  • FIG. 13 is a front view of a remote control device according to another embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 1 is a front view of a remote control device 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention
  • Fig. 2 is a left side view of the remote control device 1
  • Fig. 3 is a bottom view of the remote control device 1
  • Fig. 4 is a top view of the remote control device 1.
  • 5 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 3 of the remote control device 1
  • FIG. 6 is an enlarged view of the engaging portion in FIG. 5
  • FIG. 7 is a state in which the keyboard of the remote control device 1 is pulled out.
  • FIG. 8 is a sectional view showing an example of the structure of the keyboard
  • FIG. 9 is a block diagram showing a circuit of the remote control device 1.
  • the remote control device 1 has a casing 10 made of a synthetic resin having a substantially rectangular parallelepiped appearance.
  • the front surface of the casing 10 is an operation surface KM, and various operation key groups KG are provided on the operation surface KM.
  • the operation keys KG shown in Fig. 1 are the TV power on / off key Kl, the PC power on / off key ⁇ 2, the PC / TV switch key ⁇ 3, the function key ⁇ 4, for setting the channel.
  • the upper surface of the casing 10 is an infrared light transmitting surface HM, and a light emitting element 62 that emits infrared light is provided therein.
  • the casing 10 is provided with a storage room SS that is open across the bottom surface TM that is the surface opposite to the operation surface KM and one side surface LM that follows the bottom surface TM.
  • the A lid 11 for covering the open part of the storage chamber SS is provided so as to be detachable from the casing 10.
  • the storage room SS stores a sheet-like flexible keyboard KB for remotely operating the computer.
  • the keyboard KB is connected to the inner wall surface 10a of the casing 10 at the right end (left side in FIG. 5) at a position close to the bottom surface TM in the storage chamber SS, and left (right side in FIG. 5). Is connected to the back side of the side surface LM of the lid 11.
  • the keyboard KB is folded as shown in FIG. 5 and stored in the storage room SS when not in use, and is pulled out of the storage room SS when used. In the state in which the keyboard KB is pulled out, as shown in FIG. 7, with the operating surface KM of the casing 10 facing upward and the operating surface BM of the keyboard KB facing upward, for example, a desk It can be placed on top.
  • the operation surface BM of the keyboard KB is provided with a character key, a numeric keypad, a function key, a cursor key, a special key, etc., as in a known keyboard.
  • a pointing device such as a mouse pad.
  • FIG. 5 shows a printed circuit board PK and a battery DT.
  • the keyboard KB includes the flexible wiring board 31, the flexible wiring board.
  • the operation sheet 35 consisting of, etc. will also be a force.
  • the upper electrode 34 located below the operation sheet 35 is pushed downward to contact the lower electrode 32. This is input to the detection circuit by the flexible wiring board 31, and the operation signal of the key is output.
  • the structure of such a keyboard KB itself is known.
  • a protrusion 12 protruding inward is provided at the end of the side surface LM of the lid 11 and can be fitted into a hole 13 provided in the side surface LM of the casing 10.
  • a hook-shaped locking part 14 is provided at the end of the bottom surface TM of the lid 11 and can be engaged with an engaging part 15 provided at a position close to the bottom surface TM of the inner wall surface 10a of the casing 10. It is.
  • a lid sensor (detection sensor) 66 for detecting whether or not the lid 11 is attached is attached.
  • the lid sensor 66 is, for example, a light-reflective photoelectric sensor, and outputs a detection signal when the protrusion 12 is inserted into the hole 13.
  • the lid sensor 66 detects the attachment of the lid body 11, that is, when the storage of the keyboard KB is detected, the operation of the keyboard KB is controlled to be invalidated. As a result, even when the keyboard KB is in the stowed state and the key is pressed, the signal becomes invalid and an unexpected operation signal is prevented from being generated.
  • an operation signal is output by operating the keyboard KB, and the computer can be operated.
  • an operation signal is output by operating the operation key group KG of the operation surface KM, and it is possible to operate a video device such as a television.
  • the operation key group KG and the keyboard KB can be operated independently and simultaneously. In other words, you can operate the computer while watching TV, or switch TV channels and adjust the volume while operating the computer.
  • the lid sensor 66 may be a capacitance type, magnetic proximity type, mechanical type, other type, configuration, or structure.
  • the control circuit of the remote control device 1 includes a control unit 61, a light emitting element 62, a driving circuit 63, a memory 64, a power circuit 65, a lid sensor 66, an operation key group KG, and a keyboard KB. It consists of such.
  • the control unit 61 includes a CPU, a RAM, a ROM, an interface circuit, a peripheral circuit, and the like, executes processing based on the input signal, and drives an operation signal corresponding to the pressed key. Output to circuit 63.
  • the drive circuit 63 drives the light emitting element 62 to perform infrared communication based on the operation signal.
  • the control unit 61 controls the entire remote control device 1.
  • the remote control device 1 can also be configured to perform bidirectional communication with the counterpart device by receiving a signal in addition to transmitting a signal. In that case, a light receiving element and a necessary interface are provided.
  • the power supply circuit 65 is a stabilized power supply circuit including the battery DT described above.
  • FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a state in which the video equipment EK is operated by the remote control device 1.
  • the keyboard KB of the remote control device 1 is pulled out and placed on a suitable table.
  • the video equipment EK is a device in which a TV and a computer are integrated, and the display surface HG of the display DS is used in common.
  • the operation key group KG or the keyboard KB is operated.
  • the video equipment EK can be operated by operating either the operation key group KG or the keyboard KB.
  • the display surface HG can be divided into two parts and displayed on the one hand, and the computer screen can be displayed on the other hand, and the TV screen can be displayed on the other hand.
  • the remote control device 1 can be set in various modes. Depending on the set mode, the operation key group KG or keyboard KB can be operated with either one of them, or only one of them can be used only for TV operation. It can also be configured to be used only for example.
  • the operation keys KG are used. It is possible to operate the video equipment EK. However, when a specific mode is set, the computer can be operated by the operation key group KG. For example, characters and numbers are input with the numerical key K5 of the operation key group KG, the cursor is moved and selected with the direction determination key K6, and specific processing and operations are performed with the function key K4.
  • the remote control device 1 can be operated with one hand. Even when the keyboard KB is pulled out, it is possible to operate the keyboard KB by placing it on the palm or an appropriate flat plate held by hand.
  • the size of the casing 10 is not limited in the lateral length. Therefore, considering the function and operability of the keyboard KB, the necessary keys can be arranged at the required size and interval. Since the keyboard KB can be folded and stored in the casing 10, the remote control device 1 can be configured compactly as a whole.
  • the length of the casing 10 is about 180 mm
  • the width is about 60 mm
  • the thickness is about 30 mm
  • the length of the keyboard KB is about 100 mm
  • the width is about 240 mm.
  • Keyboard KB folding width is about Omm and the number of folding is about 6 times. It should be noted that these numerical values are merely examples, and it is needless to say that various other dimensions or folding times may be used.
  • the remote control device 1 of the television and the like have the functions of a remote control and a keyboard, and the entire configuration is compact without impairing the operability of the keyboard. It is possible to use both functions at the same time. Therefore, the overall design, including the video equipment EK, can be combined into a more stylish shape.
  • the video equipment EK covers various devices that display video on a display, such as a video conference device, a video phone device, a DVD device, a video device, an AV device, a game device, and a security monitoring device. It can be.
  • remote control devices IB and 1C according to other embodiments will be described.
  • the remote control device IB of another embodiment is different from the remote control device 1 described above in the storage method of the keyboard KB in the storage room SS.
  • Other structures and shapes are the same as the remote control device 1 described above. Therefore, only the differences will be described here, and other descriptions will be omitted.
  • FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view of a remote control device 1B according to another embodiment of the present invention
  • FIG. 12 is a perspective view showing a part of the lid 11B in a state where the keyboard KB is pulled out.
  • the keyboard KB is wound and stored inside the storage chamber SS of the casing 10B. That is, the keyboard KB is connected to the inner wall surface 10a of the casing 10 at the right end (left side in FIG. 11) at a position close to the bottom surface TM in the storage chamber SS, and on the left side (right side in FIG. 11). End force Linked to a rotating shaft 16 provided on the lid 11B.
  • the rotating shaft 16 is rotatably supported by holding portions 17a and 17b provided above and below the lid 11B.
  • a panel member (not shown) that constantly urges the rotary shaft 16 in the direction of winding the keyboard KB is provided inside the holding portions 17a and 17b.
  • an appropriate locking member may be provided on the casing 10B for preventing the keyboard KB from being taken up by the panel member when the keyboard KB is pulled out.
  • the remote control device 1B of this embodiment since the keyboard KB is not folded, the storage in the storage room SS is easy. In addition, the lifetime of the keyboard KB is extended.
  • a remote control device 1C according to another embodiment is different from the remote control device 1 described above in the configuration of the operation surface KM of the casing 10C.
  • the other structure and shape are the same as the remote control device 1 or 1B described above.
  • FIG. 13 is a front view of a remote control device IC according to another embodiment of the present invention.
  • an operation key group KG includes a pointing device PD such as a mouse pad in addition to various keys.
  • the cursor can be moved directly to any position by operating the pointing device PD with a finger.
  • the structure of the pointing device PD itself is known.
  • the computer can be operated with the same operability as a mouse by using the pointing device PD of the operation surface KM. Therefore, if the operation is simple, it can be configured such that the computer is operated only by the operation key group KG and the pointing device PD of the operation surface KM without pulling out the keyboard KB from the storage room SS. Thereby, the operability is further improved.
  • the structure, shape, dimensions, position, etc. of the storage chamber SS can be variously changed.
  • the configuration, structure, circuit, function, shape, number, dimensions, etc. of keyboard KB, casing 10, lid 11, remote control device 1, IB, 1C as a whole or each part are appropriately changed in accordance with the spirit of the present invention. can do.
  • the present invention is used as a remote control device for remotely operating video equipment such as a computer, a television, and a DVD playback device.

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L'invention concerne un dispositif de télécommande qui comporte à la fois une fonction de dispositif de télécommande pour une télévision et une fonction de clavier, dispositif dont la totalité peut être conçue pour être compacte sans diminuer la capacité de fonctionnement du clavier et dans lequel les deux fonctions sont utilisables simultanément. L'invention concerne un dispositif de télécommande (1) pouvant faire fonctionner à distance un appareil vidéo grâce à l'utilisation d'un groupe de touches de fonctionnement (KG) prévu sur la surface de fonctionnement d'un boîtier. Un clavier souple comme une feuille (KB) destiné à faire fonctionner à distance un ordinateur est reçu dans le boîtier (10). Lorsqu'il est sorti du boîtier (10), le clavier (KB) peut être positionné de telle sorte que la surface de fonctionnement (KM) du boîtier fasse face vers le haut et que la surface de fonctionnement (BM) du clavier (KB) fasse face vers le haut.
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