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WO2019225092A1
WO2019225092A1 PCT/JP2019/006795 JP2019006795W WO2019225092A1 WO 2019225092 A1 WO2019225092 A1 WO 2019225092A1 JP 2019006795 W JP2019006795 W JP 2019006795W WO 2019225092 A1 WO2019225092 A1 WO 2019225092A1
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大輔 澁谷
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シャープ株式会社
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    • DTEXTILES; PAPER
    • D06TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • D06FLAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES
    • D06F34/00Details of control systems for washing machines, washer-dryers or laundry dryers
    • D06F34/28Arrangements for program selection, e.g. control panels therefor; Arrangements for indicating program parameters, e.g. the selected program or its progress
    • D06F34/32Arrangements for program selection, e.g. control panels therefor; Arrangements for indicating program parameters, e.g. the selected program or its progress characterised by graphical features, e.g. touchscreens
    • DTEXTILES; PAPER
    • D06TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • D06FLAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES
    • D06F39/00Details of washing machines not specific to a single type of machines covered by groups D06F9/00 - D06F27/00 
    • DTEXTILES; PAPER
    • D06TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • D06FLAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES
    • D06F2103/00Parameters monitored or detected for the control of domestic laundry washing machines, washer-dryers or laundry dryers

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  • the present invention relates to a washing machine.
  • the washing machine described in Patent Document 1 includes a main body, a water tank, a rotating drum, and a lid.
  • the main body has an opening through which a laundry is taken in and out.
  • the water tank is swingably supported in the main body.
  • the rotating drum is contained in the water tank.
  • a cover body covers the opening part of a main body so that opening and closing is possible.
  • An operation display unit is disposed on the upper surface of the lid.
  • the operation display unit has input means and display means.
  • washing machine information indicates information related to the washing machine.
  • external device information indicates information related to an external device separate from the washing machine.
  • washing machine information when not only washing machine information but also external device information is displayed on the display means of the operation display section, a plurality of different types of information are displayed at the installation location of the operation display section. Therefore, even if external device information is displayed at the place where the operation display unit is installed, there is a possibility that the user cannot easily determine that the washing machine information is displayed on the display unit. Further, in a general washing machine, washing machine information is displayed at the installation location of the operation display unit. Therefore, even if external device information is displayed at the place where the operation display unit is installed, there is a possibility that the user may prejudice that the washing machine information is displayed.
  • An object of the present invention is to provide a washing machine that allows a user to easily determine that information output from a washing machine is information related to an external device.
  • the washing machine wash the laundry.
  • the washing machine includes an operation display unit and an external device display unit.
  • the operation display unit receives an instruction for the washing machine.
  • the external device display unit displays information related to the external device.
  • the external device display unit is installed at a location separated from the installation site of the operation display unit.
  • the user can easily determine that the information output from the washing machine is information related to the external device.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a washing machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention. It is a perspective view which shows the washing machine of a door open state. It is a perspective view of a washing machine which shows the state where the 1st apparatus was stored in the storage part. It is a block diagram of a washing machine. It is sectional drawing of the door in which the 1st display unit was installed.
  • (A) is a 1st front view of a washing machine.
  • (B) is the 1st enlarged view of the 2nd display part.
  • (A) is a 2nd front view of a washing machine.
  • (B) is the 2nd enlarged view of the 2nd display part.
  • A) is a 3rd front view of a washing machine.
  • B) is the 2nd enlarged view of the 2nd display part. It is a table
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the washing machine 100.
  • the washing machine 100 includes a housing 1, a door 2, an operation display unit 3, a water supply hose connection unit 4, and a drainage hose connection unit 5.
  • the front / rear / left / right direction and the up / down direction are defined with the user's position relative to the washing machine 100 when the user operates the operation display unit 3 in a normal posture as the front.
  • the housing 1 has a hollow, substantially quadrangular prism shape.
  • the housing 1 includes a front surface portion 1a, a back surface portion 1b, a pair of side surface portions 1c, and a ceiling surface portion 1d.
  • the front part 1a is located in front of the back part 1b.
  • a pair of side part 1c is arrange
  • One of the pair of side surface portions 1c is connected to the left side portion of the front surface portion 1a and the left side portion of the back surface portion 1b.
  • the other one of the pair of side surface portions 1c is connected to the right side portion of the front surface portion 1a and the right side portion of the back surface portion 1b.
  • the ceiling surface portion 1d is connected to the upper portion of the front surface portion 1a, the upper portion of the back surface portion 1b, and the upper portions of the pair of side surface portions 1c.
  • the door 2 is a substantially plate-like member.
  • the door 2 is rotatably attached to the housing 1.
  • the door 2 is installed in the front part of the front part 1a.
  • the door 2 is an example of the opening / closing part of the present invention.
  • the door 2 will be described with reference to FIGS.
  • the door 2 of the washing machine 100 is in the closed state A.
  • the closed state A indicates a state where the door 2 is closed.
  • the door 2 of the washing machine 100 is in the open state B.
  • the open state B indicates a state where the door 2 is opened.
  • the door 2 includes a first door portion 21 and a second door portion 22.
  • the first door portion 21 extends substantially along the vertical direction.
  • a second door portion 22 is connected to the upper portion of the first door portion 21.
  • the second door portion 22 is inclined from the upper portion of the first door portion 21 toward the housing 1 side.
  • the 1st door part 21 has the 1st surface part 21a and the 1st back surface part 21b.
  • the first surface portion 21a and the first back surface portion 21b are substantially plate-like members.
  • the 1st back surface part 21b is located in the back side of the 1st surface part 21a.
  • the first surface portion 21a faces forward.
  • the first back surface portion 21b faces rearward.
  • the door 2 faces the housing 1 from the front. Specifically, when the door 2 is in the closed state A, the first back surface portion 21 b of the door 2 faces the front surface portion 1 a of the housing 1.
  • the first display portion 32 is installed on the first surface portion 21 a of the door 2. The description of the first display unit 32 will be described later.
  • the second door portion 22 has a second surface portion 22a and a second back surface portion 22b.
  • the second front surface portion 22a and the second back surface portion 22b are substantially plate-shaped members.
  • the second back surface portion 22b is located on the back side of the second front surface portion 22a.
  • the second surface portion 22a faces forward and upward.
  • the second back surface portion 22b faces rearward and downward.
  • the operation display unit 3 receives an instruction for the washing machine 100.
  • the instruction for the washing machine 100 is an instruction for using the function of the washing machine 100, for example.
  • the operation display unit 3 includes, for example, a washing machine operation unit in which an instruction for the washing machine 100 such as an operation key is input.
  • the user instructs the washing machine 100 through the operation display unit 3 for operations such as a washing operation, a rinsing operation, a dehydrating operation, and a drying operation.
  • the operation display unit 3 includes a washing machine information display unit that displays information about the washing machine 100.
  • the washing machine information display unit is installed around the washing machine operation unit.
  • Information regarding the washing machine 100 includes, for example, information indicating that an error has occurred in the operation of the washing machine 100, information indicating that the washing machine 100 is in operation, information indicating the operation content of the washing machine 100, and washing machine operation.
  • Information indicating the content of instructions to the washing machine 100 input via the unit, and information indicating the operation status of the washing machine 100 such as information indicating that the washing machine 100 is in a standby state.
  • the operation display unit 3 is installed on the door 2.
  • the operation display unit 3 is installed on the second surface portion 22 a of the second door portion 22. Since the 2nd surface part 22a has faced the front upper direction, it becomes easy for a user to visually recognize the operation display part 3. FIG. As a result, the user can easily operate the operation display unit 3.
  • the place where the operation display unit 3 is installed is not particularly limited.
  • the operation display unit 3 may be installed in the housing 1.
  • a water supply hose (not shown) can be connected to the water supply hose connection portion 4.
  • the water supply hose is connected to the faucet.
  • Water used in the washing operation such as the washing operation and the rinsing operation is supplied to the inside of the housing 1 through a water supply hose.
  • the interior of the housing 1 shows a space surrounded by a front surface portion 1a, a back surface portion 1b, a pair of side surface portions 1c, and a ceiling surface portion 1d.
  • a drain hose (not shown) can be connected to the drain hose connection portion 5.
  • the washing machine 100 discharges the water used in the washing operation to the outside of the housing 1 through the water supply hose.
  • the washing machine 100 further includes a hinge mechanism 6.
  • the hinge mechanism 6 rotatably supports the door 2 with respect to the housing 1.
  • the hinge mechanism 6 is interposed between the housing 1 and the door 2.
  • the door 2 has a lock claw 23 for bringing the door 2 into the closed state A. Further, the housing 1 has a door lock 10 that engages with the lock claw 23.
  • the lock claw 23 When the lock claw 23 enters the door lock 10 and engages, the door 2 is in the closed state A. During operation, the lock claw 23 is held by the door lock 10 and the door cannot be opened. Further, when the lock claw 23 is separated from the door lock 10 when the lock is released, the door 2 is changed from the closed state A to the open state B.
  • the washing machine 100 further includes a storage unit 7.
  • the accommodating device 7 can accommodate the first device 51.
  • the first device 51 is separate from the washing machine 100.
  • the first device 51 is, for example, a portable laundry device such as an ultrasonic washer (registered trademark) that cleans clothes using ultrasonic waves.
  • the 1st apparatus 51 should just be an object which can be accommodated in the accommodating part 7, and is not limited to a portable laundry apparatus.
  • the housing part 7 is formed in the housing 1.
  • the accommodating portion 7 is formed on the front surface portion 1a.
  • the accommodating part 7 has the recessed part 7a.
  • the recess 7 a has a shape that is recessed from the opening formed in the outer surface of the housing 1 to the inside of the housing 1.
  • the housing of the first device 51 in the housing portion 7 indicates that the first device 51 is disposed in the recess 7a.
  • the first device 51 is an example of an external device of the present invention.
  • the external device has, for example, a function different from the normal washing function or an auxiliary function.
  • the door 2 When the door 2 is in the closed state A, the door 2 faces the accommodating portion 7 from the front.
  • the washing machine 100 further includes an opening 8, a rotating drum 9, and a water tank (not shown).
  • the opening 8 communicates the inside of the housing 1 with the outside of the housing 1.
  • the opening 8 is formed in the housing 1.
  • the opening 8 is formed in the front surface 1a.
  • the rotating drum 9 and the water tank are arranged inside the housing 1.
  • the laundry can be stored in the rotating drum 9.
  • the rotary drum 9 is rotatably supported.
  • the rotating drum 9 communicates with the opening 8.
  • the rotating drum 9 is an example of the washing tub of the present invention.
  • the water tank is disposed outside the rotating drum 9.
  • the laundry is put into and out of the rotating drum 9 through the opening 8. With the laundry, water, and detergent contained in the rotating drum 9, the rotating drum 9 rotates to wash the laundry.
  • FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the washing machine 100 showing a state in which the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7.
  • the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7.
  • the first device 51 is located behind the front surface portion 1a.
  • the door 2 can be in the closed state A (see FIG. 1) without interfering with the first device 51 in a state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7.
  • the door 2 When the door 2 is in the closed state A in a state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7, the door 2 faces the first device 51 from the front. Accordingly, the first device 51 is covered with the door 2. As a result, the user cannot visually recognize the first device 51 through the door 2 (see FIG. 1).
  • FIG. 4 is a block diagram of the washing machine 100.
  • the washing machine 100 further includes a charging unit 11, a connection unit 12, and a detection unit 13.
  • the charging unit 11 outputs a charging current for charging the first device 51.
  • the charging unit 11 includes, for example, a circuit that generates a charging current from a commercial power supply voltage supplied to the washing machine 100.
  • connection part 12 is a terminal having conductivity.
  • the connecting part 12 is provided in the accommodating part 7.
  • Connection unit 12 is connected to charging unit 11.
  • the first device 51 may be supplied with power from the charging unit 11 by non-contact charging. In this case, the connection part 12 does not exist.
  • the first device 51 When the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7 (see FIG. 3), the first device 51 contacts the connecting portion 12.
  • the charging unit 11 charges the first device 51 via the connection unit 12. Specifically, the charging unit 11 charges a battery mounted on the first device 51.
  • the detection unit 13 is a sensor that detects whether or not the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7.
  • the detection unit 13 is, for example, a touch sensor.
  • the detection unit 13 is provided in the storage unit 7.
  • the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7.
  • the contact of the first device 51 with the detection unit 13 is released. As a result, the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is not accommodated in the accommodation unit 7.
  • the washing machine 100 further includes a communication unit 14.
  • the communication unit 14 is a device for communicating with the second device 52.
  • the communication unit 14 is provided, for example, inside the housing 1.
  • the communication unit 14 can communicate with an electronic device equipped with a communication device that uses the same communication method (protocol).
  • the communication unit 14 wirelessly communicates with the second device 52 via a network such as a LAN (Local Area Network).
  • the communication unit 14 is a communication module (communication device) such as a LAN board, for example.
  • the second device 52 is, for example, an information terminal capable of wireless communication such as a smartphone, a PC (Personal Computer), and a smart speaker.
  • the second device 52 is two examples of the external device of the present invention.
  • the washing machine 100 further includes a first display unit 30.
  • FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of the door 2 where the first display unit 30 is installed.
  • the first display unit 30 includes a first light source 31 and a first display unit 32.
  • the first light source 31 emits light.
  • the first light source 31 is, for example, an LED (Light Emitting Diode).
  • the first display unit 32 is an example of the external device display unit of the present invention. For example, when the external device is connected to the washing machine regardless of wired or wireless, the external device display unit displays information regarding the external device.
  • the first display unit 32 displays information related to the first device 51.
  • the first display unit 32 covers the first light source 31.
  • the first display unit 32 is a member that transmits light.
  • the first display unit 32 outputs the light emitted from the first light source 31 to the outside of the washing machine 100.
  • the first display unit 32 is disposed below the operation display unit 3.
  • the first door portion 21 further includes a first space portion 21c.
  • the first space portion 21c is a space located between the first front surface portion 21a and the first back surface portion 21b.
  • the first surface portion 21a and the first back surface portion 21b face each other via the first space portion 21c.
  • the first light source 31 is disposed in the first space 21c.
  • the first door portion 21 further includes a first hole portion 21d.
  • the first hole portion 21d is formed in the first surface portion 21a.
  • the first hole portion 21 d communicates the first space portion 21 c and the outside of the door 2.
  • the first display portion 32 is fixed to the first hole portion 21d.
  • the first light source 31 faces the first display unit 32.
  • the light emitted from the first light source 31 is output to the front of the door 2 via the first display unit 32.
  • the position of the first light source 31 is not particularly limited.
  • the 1st light source 31 should just be installed in the position which can radiate
  • the first display unit 32 is installed in the vicinity of the storage unit 7.
  • the vicinity of the storage unit 7 indicates, for example, at least one of the periphery of the storage unit 7, a location adjacent to the storage unit 7, and a location directly or indirectly facing the storage unit 7.
  • the first display portion 32 faces the accommodating portion 7 through the door 2. Therefore, when the door 2 is in the closed state A, the first display unit 32 is installed in the vicinity of the storage unit 7.
  • the first display unit 32 When the first display unit 32 is installed in the vicinity of the storage unit 7 and the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7, the first device 51 is positioned in the vicinity of the first display unit 32. In this case, the first display unit 32 displays information in a state where the first device 51 is located in the vicinity of the first display unit 32. As a result, the user can easily recognize that the first display unit 32 displays information related to the first device 51.
  • the 1st display part 32 should just be installed in the place away from the installation place of the operation display part 3, and does not need to be installed in the vicinity of the accommodating part 7.
  • FIG. By not limiting the installation location of the first display unit 32 to the vicinity of the storage unit 7, the degree of freedom of the installation location of the first display unit 32 can be improved.
  • the first display unit 32 is installed at a location away from the installation location of the operation display unit 3. Therefore, the first display unit 32 is not installed around the operation display unit 3. As a result, the user can easily determine that the information output from the washing machine 100 is information related to the first device 51.
  • the first display portion 32 faces the accommodating portion 7 through the door 2. Therefore, when the door 2 is in the closed state A in the state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7 (see FIG. 1), the user can visually recognize the first device 51 because the door 2 is in the way. Although it cannot, the 1st display part 32 can be visually recognized. As a result, the user can visually recognize the first display unit 32 and acquire information regarding the first device 51.
  • the washing machine 100 further includes a second display unit 40.
  • the second display unit 40 includes a second light source 41 and a second display unit 42.
  • the second light source 41 emits light.
  • the second light source 41 is, for example, an LED (Light Emitting Diode) module.
  • the second display unit 42 is two examples of the external device display unit of the present invention.
  • the second display unit 42 displays information related to the second device 52.
  • the second display unit 42 covers the second light source 41.
  • the second display unit 42 is a member that transmits light.
  • the second display unit 42 outputs the light emitted from the second light source 41 to the outside of the washing machine 100.
  • 2nd display part 42 is installed in 1d of ceiling surface parts of case 1, for example.
  • the second display unit 42 is installed on the ceiling surface portion 1 d of the housing 1.
  • the second display unit 42 is arranged with a space in the left-right direction with respect to the operation display unit 3.
  • the 2nd light source 41 is installed in the space formed in the back side of the ceiling surface part 1d of the housing
  • the second display unit 42 is installed at a location separated from the installation location of the operation display unit 3. Therefore, the second display unit 42 is not installed around the operation display unit 3. As a result, the user can easily determine that the information output from the washing machine 100 is information related to the second device 52.
  • the washing machine 100 further includes a storage unit 15 and a control unit 16.
  • the storage unit 15 includes a main storage device (for example, a semiconductor memory) such as a ROM (Read Only Memory) and a RAM (Random Access Memory), and may further include an auxiliary storage device (for example, a hard disk drive).
  • the storage unit 15 stores various computer programs executed by the control unit 16.
  • the control unit 16 includes a processor such as a CPU (Central Processing Unit) and an MPU (Micro Processing Unit).
  • the control unit 16 controls each element of the washing machine 100.
  • the processor of the control unit 16 executes the computer program stored in the storage unit 15, thereby operating the operation display unit 3, the charging unit 11, the detection unit 13, the communication unit 14, and the storage unit. 15, the first display unit 30 and the second display unit 40 are controlled.
  • FIG. 6A is a first front view of the washing machine 100.
  • FIG. FIG. 7A is a second front view of the washing machine 100.
  • FIG. 8A is a third front view of the washing machine 100.
  • FIG. 9 is a table showing information displayed by the first display unit 32.
  • the first light source 31 functions as a first information generation unit that generates information displayed by the first display unit 32.
  • the control unit 16 controls the first light source 31 to change information displayed on the first display unit 32.
  • FIG. 6A shows the first display unit 32 in the first light-off state ⁇ 1.
  • the first light-off state ⁇ 1 indicates a state where the first light source 31 (see FIG. 4) is turned off.
  • the first display unit 32 when the first display unit 32 is in the first light-off state ⁇ 1, the first display unit 32 displays first information indicating that the first device 51 is in an unacquired state. it's shown.
  • the unacquired state indicates a state in which the first device 51 is not accommodated in the accommodating portion 7 (see FIG. 2).
  • 1st information is an example of the information regarding the 1st apparatus of this invention.
  • the control unit 16 controls the first light source 31 so that the first display unit 32 is in the first light-off state ⁇ ⁇ b> 1. As a result, the first display unit 32 is in the first extinguished state ⁇ 1 in the unacquired state.
  • FIG. 7A shows the first display section 32 in the first lighting state ⁇ 2.
  • the first lighting state ⁇ 2 indicates a state where the first light source 31 (see FIG. 4) is lit.
  • the first display unit 32 when the first display unit 32 is in the first lighting state ⁇ 2, the first device 51 is in the housed state and the first device 51 is in the charged state.
  • the 1st display part 32 is displaying the 2nd information to show.
  • the accommodation state indicates a state in which the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodation unit 7 (see FIG. 3).
  • the state of charge indicates a state in which the charging unit 11 (see FIG. 2) is charging the first device 51.
  • the second information is two examples of information related to the first device of the present invention.
  • the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7 and the charging unit 11 is charging the first device 51, the first display unit 32 is in the first lighting state ⁇ 2.
  • the control unit 16 controls the first light source 31.
  • the first display unit 32 is in the first lighting state ⁇ 2 in the expropriated state and in the charged state.
  • FIG. 8A shows the first display section 32 in the first blinking state ⁇ 3.
  • the first blinking state ⁇ 3 indicates a state in which the first light source 31 (see FIG. 4) is blinking.
  • the first display unit 32 when the first display unit 32 is in the first blinking state ⁇ 3, the first device 51 is in the accommodated state, and the first device 51 is in the charging completed state.
  • the first display unit 32 displays third information indicating the above.
  • the charging completion state indicates a state where the charging of the first device 51 is completed.
  • the third information is three examples of information related to the first device of the present invention.
  • the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7 and the charging unit 11 is not charging the first device 51
  • the first display unit 32 is in the first blinking state ⁇ 3.
  • the control unit 16 controls the first light source 31.
  • the first display unit 32 is in the first blinking state ⁇ 3 when it is in the expropriation state and in the charging completion state.
  • the first display unit 32 has the storage information indicating whether or not the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7. indicate. Therefore, the user can visually recognize the first display unit 32 and recognize whether or not the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7.
  • the first display unit 32 displays charging information indicating the charging status of the first device 51. Accordingly, the user can visually recognize the first display unit 32 and recognize whether the first device 51 is being charged or whether the first device 51 has been charged.
  • the first display unit 32 displays both accommodation information and communication information.
  • the present invention is not limited to this.
  • the first display unit 32 may display at least one of accommodation information and communication information.
  • FIG. 6B is a first enlarged view of the second display unit 42.
  • FIG. 7B is a second enlarged view of the second display unit 42.
  • FIG. 8B is a third enlarged view of the second display unit 42.
  • FIG. 10 is a table showing information displayed by the second display unit 42.
  • the second light source 41 functions as a second information generation unit that generates information displayed by the second display unit 42.
  • the control unit 16 changes the information displayed on the second display unit 42 by controlling the second light source 41.
  • FIG. 6B shows the second display unit 42 in the second light-off state ⁇ 1.
  • the second light-off state ⁇ 1 indicates a state where the second light source 41 (see FIG. 4) is turned off.
  • the second display unit 42 when the second display unit 42 is in the second light-off state ⁇ 1, fourth information indicating that the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 are in the non-communication state is displayed.
  • 2 display part 42 is displaying.
  • the non-communication state indicates a state in which communication is not performed between the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 (see FIG. 4).
  • 4th information is an example of the information regarding the 2nd apparatus of this invention.
  • the control unit 16 controls the second light source 41 so that the second display unit 42 is in the second light-off state ⁇ 1.
  • the second display unit 42 is in the second light-off state ⁇ 1.
  • FIG. 7B shows the second display unit 42 in the second lighting state ⁇ 2.
  • the second lighting state ⁇ 2 indicates a state where the second light source 41 (see FIG. 4) is lit.
  • the second display unit 42 when the second display unit 42 is in the second lighting state ⁇ 2, the second information indicating that the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 are in the communication state is the second information.
  • the display part 42 is displaying.
  • the communication state indicates a state in which communication is performed between the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 (see FIG. 4).
  • the fifth information is two examples of information related to the second device of the present invention.
  • the control unit 16 controls the second light source 41 so that the second display unit 42 is in the second lighting state ⁇ 2.
  • the second display unit 42 is in the second lighting state ⁇ 2.
  • FIG. 8B shows the second display unit 42 in the second blinking state ⁇ 3.
  • the second blinking state ⁇ 3 indicates a state in which the second light source 41 (see FIG. 4) is blinking.
  • the sixth information indicating that the communication between the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 is in an error state.
  • the 2nd display part 42 is displaying.
  • the error state indicates a state where the washing machine 100 cannot communicate with the second device 52.
  • the sixth information is three examples of information related to the second device 52 of the present invention.
  • the control unit 16 controls the second light source 41 so that the second display unit 42 is in the second blinking state ⁇ 3.
  • the second display unit 42 enters the second blinking state ⁇ 3.
  • the second display unit 42 includes the communication unit 14 and the second device 52. Displays communication information indicating the communication status with. Therefore, the user visually recognizes the second display unit 42 and determines whether or not the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 are in a communication state, or the communication between the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 is in an error state. It is possible to recognize whether or not there is.
  • the first display portion 32 is installed on the first surface portion 21 a of the door 2.
  • the first display unit 32 may be installed on the outer surface of the washing machine 100.
  • the outer surface of the washing machine 100 indicates an exposed portion of the washing machine 100 when the door 2 is in the closed state A.
  • the outer surface portion of the washing machine 100 is, for example, at least one of the first surface portion 21 a of the door 2, the ceiling surface portion 1 d of the housing 1, and the portion of the front surface portion 1 a of the housing 1 that does not face the door 2. Indicates.
  • the freedom degree of the installation place of the 1st display part 32 can be improved.
  • the second display unit 42 is installed on the ceiling surface portion 1 d of the housing 1.
  • the second display unit 42 may be installed on the outer surface of the washing machine 100. Note that the second display unit 42 may be installed in the vicinity of the communication unit 14.
  • the first device 51 of the first embodiment is a rechargeable device.
  • the present invention is not limited to this.
  • the first device 51 may be a device that does not have a charging function.
  • the 1st display part 32 displays accommodation information, and does not display charge information.
  • the accommodating portion 7 is formed on the front surface portion 1a.
  • the accommodating part 7 should just be formed in the washing machine 100.
  • FIG. The accommodating part 7 may be formed in the door 2, for example.
  • the accommodating part 7 may be formed in the inside of the housing
  • the accommodating part 7 may be formed in the location which is not covered with the door 2 (refer FIG. 1) of the closed state A among the outer surface parts of the housing
  • the first display unit 32 outputs the light emitted from the first light source 31.
  • the present invention is not limited to this.
  • the first display unit 32 may be configured by a display capable of displaying an image such as a liquid crystal panel.
  • the first display unit 32 outputs information related to the first device 51 as an image.
  • the image indicates, for example, at least one of a character image, a symbol image, a still image, and a moving image.
  • the second display unit 42 outputs the light emitted from the second light source 41.
  • the present invention is not limited to this.
  • the second display unit 42 may be configured by a display capable of displaying an image such as a liquid crystal panel. In this case, the second display unit 42 outputs information related to the second device 52 as an image.
  • the washing machine 100 of the first embodiment includes a first display unit 32 and a second display unit 42.
  • the washing machine 100 may include any one of the first display unit 32 and the second display unit 42.
  • the washing machine 100 may include three or more display units such as the first display unit 32 and the second display unit 42.
  • the first display unit 32 may function as the second display unit 42.
  • the 1st display part 32 displays the 6th information from the 1st information.
  • six types of lighting variations of the first light source 31 may be prepared.
  • the second display unit 42 may function as the first display unit 32.
  • the washing machine 100 of the first embodiment is a drum type washing machine.
  • the present invention is not limited to this.
  • the washing machine 100 may be a vertical washing machine.
  • the present invention can be used in the field of washing machines.

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A washing machine (100) washes laundry. The washing machine (100) has an operation display part (3), a first display part (32), and a second display part (42). The operation display part (3) receives instructions for the washing machine (100). The first display part (32) displays information regarding a first device (51). The second display part (42) displays information regarding a second device (52). The first display part (32) is disposed at a location that is spaced apart from the location where the operation display part (3) is installed.

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洗濯機Washing machine
 本発明は、洗濯機に関する。 The present invention relates to a washing machine.
 特許文献1に記載の洗濯機は、本体と、水槽と、回転ドラムと、蓋体とを備える。本体は、前面に洗濯物を出し入れする開口部を有する。水槽は、本体内に揺動自在に支持される。回転ドラムは、水槽に内包される。蓋体は、本体の開口部を開閉自在に覆う。蓋体の上面には、操作表示部が配置される。操作表示部は、入力手段及び表示手段を有する。 The washing machine described in Patent Document 1 includes a main body, a water tank, a rotating drum, and a lid. The main body has an opening through which a laundry is taken in and out. The water tank is swingably supported in the main body. The rotating drum is contained in the water tank. A cover body covers the opening part of a main body so that opening and closing is possible. An operation display unit is disposed on the upper surface of the lid. The operation display unit has input means and display means.
特開2017-051216号公報JP 2017-051216 A
 近年、本来の洗濯機の機能とは別の機能を持つ外部機器(通信機能を持つWi-Fiアダプタや、風呂水ポンプや洗濯補助機器など)が洗濯機に接続される事が多くなってきている。通常、操作表示部の表示手段には、洗濯機情報のみならず、外部機器情報も表示される。洗濯機情報は、洗濯機に関する情報を示す。外部機器情報は、洗濯機とは別体の外部機器に関する情報を示す。 In recent years, external devices with functions different from the functions of the original washing machine (such as Wi-Fi adapters with communication functions, bath water pumps and laundry auxiliary devices) are often connected to the washing machine. Yes. Usually, not only washing machine information but also external device information is displayed on the display means of the operation display unit. The washing machine information indicates information related to the washing machine. The external device information indicates information related to an external device separate from the washing machine.
 しかし、操作表示部の表示手段に洗濯機情報のみならず、外部機器情報も表示されると、操作表示部の設置場所で、種類の異なる複数の情報が表示される。従って、操作表示部の設置場所で、外部機器情報が表示されても、表示部に洗濯機情報が表示されているとユーザーが容易に判断できない可能性があった。また、一般的な洗濯機では、操作表示部の設置場所には洗濯機情報が表示される。従って、操作表示部の設置場所で、外部機器情報が表示されても、洗濯機情報が表示されているとユーザーが先入観で判断する可能性があった。 However, when not only washing machine information but also external device information is displayed on the display means of the operation display section, a plurality of different types of information are displayed at the installation location of the operation display section. Therefore, even if external device information is displayed at the place where the operation display unit is installed, there is a possibility that the user cannot easily determine that the washing machine information is displayed on the display unit. Further, in a general washing machine, washing machine information is displayed at the installation location of the operation display unit. Therefore, even if external device information is displayed at the place where the operation display unit is installed, there is a possibility that the user may prejudice that the washing machine information is displayed.
 本発明は、洗濯機の出力する情報が、外部機器に関する情報であることをユーザーが容易に判断することができる洗濯機を提供することを目的としている。 An object of the present invention is to provide a washing machine that allows a user to easily determine that information output from a washing machine is information related to an external device.
 本発明の第1の局面によれば、洗濯機は、洗濯物を洗濯する。洗濯機は、操作表示部と、外部機器表示部とを備える。操作表示部は、前記洗濯機に対する指示を受け付ける。外部機器表示部は、外部機器に関する情報を表示する。前記外部機器表示部が、前記操作表示部の設置場所から離間した場所に設置される。 According to the first aspect of the present invention, the washing machine wash the laundry. The washing machine includes an operation display unit and an external device display unit. The operation display unit receives an instruction for the washing machine. The external device display unit displays information related to the external device. The external device display unit is installed at a location separated from the installation site of the operation display unit.
 本発明によれば、洗濯機の出力する情報が、外部機器に関する情報であることをユーザーが容易に判断することができる。 According to the present invention, the user can easily determine that the information output from the washing machine is information related to the external device.
本発明の第1実施形態に係る洗濯機の斜視図である。1 is a perspective view of a washing machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention. ドアが開状態の洗濯機を示す斜視図である。It is a perspective view which shows the washing machine of a door open state. 収容部に第1機器が収容された状態を示す洗濯機の斜視図である。It is a perspective view of a washing machine which shows the state where the 1st apparatus was stored in the storage part. 洗濯機のブロック図である。It is a block diagram of a washing machine. 第1表示ユニットが設置されたドアの断面図である。It is sectional drawing of the door in which the 1st display unit was installed. (a)は、洗濯機の第1の正面図である。(b)は、第2表示部の第1の拡大図である。(A) is a 1st front view of a washing machine. (B) is the 1st enlarged view of the 2nd display part. (a)は、洗濯機の第2の正面図である。(b)は、第2表示部の第2の拡大図である。(A) is a 2nd front view of a washing machine. (B) is the 2nd enlarged view of the 2nd display part. (a)は、洗濯機の第3の正面図である。(b)は、第2表示部の第2の拡大図である。(A) is a 3rd front view of a washing machine. (B) is the 2nd enlarged view of the 2nd display part. 第1表示部が表示する情報を示す表である。It is a table | surface which shows the information which a 1st display part displays. 第2表示部が表示する情報を示す表である。It is a table | surface which shows the information which a 2nd display part displays.
 本発明の第1実施形態について、図面を参照しながら説明する。なお、図中、同一又は相当部分については同一の参照符号を付して説明を繰り返さない。 The first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the drawings, the same or corresponding parts are denoted by the same reference numerals and description thereof is not repeated.
 図1及び図2を参照して、本発明の第1実施形態に係る洗濯機100について説明する。図1は、洗濯機100の斜視図である。 With reference to FIG.1 and FIG.2, the washing machine 100 which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention is demonstrated. FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the washing machine 100.
 図1に示すように、洗濯機100は、筐体1と、ドア2と、操作表示部3と、給水ホース接続部4と、排水ホース接続部5とを備える。 As shown in FIG. 1, the washing machine 100 includes a housing 1, a door 2, an operation display unit 3, a water supply hose connection unit 4, and a drainage hose connection unit 5.
 以下では、ユーザーが通常の姿勢で操作表示部3を操作するときの洗濯機100に対するユーザーの位置を前方として、前後左右方向、及び上下方向を規定する。 Hereinafter, the front / rear / left / right direction and the up / down direction are defined with the user's position relative to the washing machine 100 when the user operates the operation display unit 3 in a normal posture as the front.
 筐体1は、中空の略四角柱形状を有する。筐体1は、前面部1aと、背面部1bと、一対の側面部1cと、天井面部1dとを有する。前面部1aは、背面部1bの前方に位置する。一対の側面部1cは、左右方向に互いに間隔を空けて配置される。一対の側面部1cのうちの1つは、前面部1aの左側部と、背面部1bの左側部とに連設される。一対の側面部1cのうちの他の1つは、前面部1aの右側部と、背面部1bの右側部とに連設される。天井面部1dは、前面部1aの上部と、背面部1bの上部と、一対の側面部1cの上部とに連設される。 The housing 1 has a hollow, substantially quadrangular prism shape. The housing 1 includes a front surface portion 1a, a back surface portion 1b, a pair of side surface portions 1c, and a ceiling surface portion 1d. The front part 1a is located in front of the back part 1b. A pair of side part 1c is arrange | positioned at intervals in the left-right direction. One of the pair of side surface portions 1c is connected to the left side portion of the front surface portion 1a and the left side portion of the back surface portion 1b. The other one of the pair of side surface portions 1c is connected to the right side portion of the front surface portion 1a and the right side portion of the back surface portion 1b. The ceiling surface portion 1d is connected to the upper portion of the front surface portion 1a, the upper portion of the back surface portion 1b, and the upper portions of the pair of side surface portions 1c.
 ドア2は、略板状の部材である。ドア2は、筐体1に回転可能に取り付けられる。ドア2は、前面部1aの前部に設置される。 The door 2 is a substantially plate-like member. The door 2 is rotatably attached to the housing 1. The door 2 is installed in the front part of the front part 1a.
 ドア2は、本発明の開閉部の一例である。 The door 2 is an example of the opening / closing part of the present invention.
 図1及び図2を参照して、ドア2について説明する。図1において、洗濯機100のドア2が閉状態Aである。閉状態Aは、ドア2が閉じた状態を示す。図2において、洗濯機100のドア2が開状態Bである。開状態Bは、ドア2が開いた状態を示す。 The door 2 will be described with reference to FIGS. In FIG. 1, the door 2 of the washing machine 100 is in the closed state A. The closed state A indicates a state where the door 2 is closed. In FIG. 2, the door 2 of the washing machine 100 is in the open state B. The open state B indicates a state where the door 2 is opened.
 図1及び図2に示すように、ドア2は、第1ドア部21と、第2ドア部22とを有する。第1ドア部21は、上下方向に略沿って延びる。第1ドア部21の上部には、第2ドア部22が連設される。第2ドア部22は、第1ドア部21の上部から筐体1側へ傾斜する。 As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the door 2 includes a first door portion 21 and a second door portion 22. The first door portion 21 extends substantially along the vertical direction. A second door portion 22 is connected to the upper portion of the first door portion 21. The second door portion 22 is inclined from the upper portion of the first door portion 21 toward the housing 1 side.
 第1ドア部21は、第1表面部21aと、第1裏面部21bとを有する。 The 1st door part 21 has the 1st surface part 21a and the 1st back surface part 21b.
 第1表面部21aと、第1裏面部21bとは、略板状の部材である。第1表面部21aの裏側には、第1裏面部21bが位置する。ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、第1表面部21aは前方を向く。ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、第1裏面部21bは後方を向く。 The first surface portion 21a and the first back surface portion 21b are substantially plate-like members. The 1st back surface part 21b is located in the back side of the 1st surface part 21a. When the door 2 is in the closed state A, the first surface portion 21a faces forward. When the door 2 is in the closed state A, the first back surface portion 21b faces rearward.
 ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、ドア2は筐体1に対して前方から対向する。詳細には、ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、ドア2の第1裏面部21bは筐体1の前面部1aと対向する。 When the door 2 is in the closed state A, the door 2 faces the housing 1 from the front. Specifically, when the door 2 is in the closed state A, the first back surface portion 21 b of the door 2 faces the front surface portion 1 a of the housing 1.
 ドア2の第1表面部21aには、第1表示部32が設置される。第1表示部32の説明は後述する。 The first display portion 32 is installed on the first surface portion 21 a of the door 2. The description of the first display unit 32 will be described later.
 第2ドア部22は、第2表面部22aと、第2裏面部22bとを有する。 The second door portion 22 has a second surface portion 22a and a second back surface portion 22b.
 第2表面部22aと、第2裏面部22bとは、略板状の部材である。第2表面部22aの裏側には、第2裏面部22bが位置する。ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、第2表面部22aは前上方を向く。ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、第2裏面部22bは後下方を向く。 The second front surface portion 22a and the second back surface portion 22b are substantially plate-shaped members. The second back surface portion 22b is located on the back side of the second front surface portion 22a. When the door 2 is in the closed state A, the second surface portion 22a faces forward and upward. When the door 2 is in the closed state A, the second back surface portion 22b faces rearward and downward.
 操作表示部3は、洗濯機100に対する指示を受け付ける。洗濯機100に対する指示は、例えば、洗濯機100が有する機能を使用するための指示である。操作表示部3は、例えば、操作キーのような洗濯機100に対する指示が入力される洗濯機操作部を含む。ユーザーは、操作表示部3を介して、洗濯機100に対して、例えば、洗い運転、すすぎ運転、脱水運転、及び乾燥運転のような動作を指示する。 The operation display unit 3 receives an instruction for the washing machine 100. The instruction for the washing machine 100 is an instruction for using the function of the washing machine 100, for example. The operation display unit 3 includes, for example, a washing machine operation unit in which an instruction for the washing machine 100 such as an operation key is input. The user instructs the washing machine 100 through the operation display unit 3 for operations such as a washing operation, a rinsing operation, a dehydrating operation, and a drying operation.
 また、操作表示部3には、洗濯機100に関する情報を表示する洗濯機情報表示部が含まれる。洗濯機情報表示部は、洗濯機操作部の周囲に設置される。 In addition, the operation display unit 3 includes a washing machine information display unit that displays information about the washing machine 100. The washing machine information display unit is installed around the washing machine operation unit.
 洗濯機100に関する情報は、例えば、洗濯機100の動作にエラーが発生したことを示す情報、洗濯機100が稼働中であることを示す情報、洗濯機100の運転内容を示す情報、洗濯機操作部を介して入力された洗濯機100に対する指示内容を示す情報、及び洗濯機100が待機中であることを示す情報のような洗濯機100の動作状況を示す情報を含む。 Information regarding the washing machine 100 includes, for example, information indicating that an error has occurred in the operation of the washing machine 100, information indicating that the washing machine 100 is in operation, information indicating the operation content of the washing machine 100, and washing machine operation. Information indicating the content of instructions to the washing machine 100 input via the unit, and information indicating the operation status of the washing machine 100 such as information indicating that the washing machine 100 is in a standby state.
 操作表示部3は、ドア2に設置される。第1実施形態では、操作表示部3は、第2ドア部22の第2表面部22aに設置される。第2表面部22aは前上方を向いているので、ユーザーは操作表示部3を視認しやすくなる。その結果、ユーザーは、操作表示部3を容易に操作することができる。なお、操作表示部3が設置される場所は、特に限定されない。第2実施形態では、操作表示部3は、筐体1に設置されてもよい。 The operation display unit 3 is installed on the door 2. In the first embodiment, the operation display unit 3 is installed on the second surface portion 22 a of the second door portion 22. Since the 2nd surface part 22a has faced the front upper direction, it becomes easy for a user to visually recognize the operation display part 3. FIG. As a result, the user can easily operate the operation display unit 3. The place where the operation display unit 3 is installed is not particularly limited. In the second embodiment, the operation display unit 3 may be installed in the housing 1.
 給水ホース接続部4には、給水ホース(不図示)が接続可能である。給水ホースは水栓に接続される。筐体1の内部には、給水ホースを介して、洗い運転、及びすすぎ運転のような洗濯運転時に使う水を供給される。 A water supply hose (not shown) can be connected to the water supply hose connection portion 4. The water supply hose is connected to the faucet. Water used in the washing operation such as the washing operation and the rinsing operation is supplied to the inside of the housing 1 through a water supply hose.
 筐体1の内部は、前面部1aと、背面部1bと、一対の側面部1cと、天井面部1dとで囲まれた空間を示す。 The interior of the housing 1 shows a space surrounded by a front surface portion 1a, a back surface portion 1b, a pair of side surface portions 1c, and a ceiling surface portion 1d.
 排水ホース接続部5には、排水ホース(不図示)が接続可能である。洗濯機100は、給水ホースを介して、洗濯運転で使われた水を筐体1の外部に排出する。 A drain hose (not shown) can be connected to the drain hose connection portion 5. The washing machine 100 discharges the water used in the washing operation to the outside of the housing 1 through the water supply hose.
 洗濯機100は、ヒンジ機構6をさらに備える。ヒンジ機構6は、筐体1に対してドア2を回転可能に支持する。ヒンジ機構6は、筐体1とドア2との間に介在する。 The washing machine 100 further includes a hinge mechanism 6. The hinge mechanism 6 rotatably supports the door 2 with respect to the housing 1. The hinge mechanism 6 is interposed between the housing 1 and the door 2.
 ドア2は、ドア2を閉状態Aにするためのロック爪23を有する。また、筐体1側にはロック爪23と係合するドアロック10を有している。 The door 2 has a lock claw 23 for bringing the door 2 into the closed state A. Further, the housing 1 has a door lock 10 that engages with the lock claw 23.
 ロック爪23がドアロック10に入り、係合すると、ドア2が閉状態Aになる。運転時にはドアロック10によりロック爪23が保持され、ドア開できない状態となる。また、ロック解除時にロック爪23がドアロック10から離間すると、ドア2が閉状態Aから開状態Bになる。 When the lock claw 23 enters the door lock 10 and engages, the door 2 is in the closed state A. During operation, the lock claw 23 is held by the door lock 10 and the door cannot be opened. Further, when the lock claw 23 is separated from the door lock 10 when the lock is released, the door 2 is changed from the closed state A to the open state B.
 洗濯機100は、収容部7をさらに備える。 The washing machine 100 further includes a storage unit 7.
 収容部7には、第1機器51を収容可能である。第1機器51は、洗濯機100とは別体である。第1機器51は、例えば、超音波を利用して衣類を洗浄する超音波ウォッシャー(登録商標)のような携帯型の洗濯機器である。なお、第1機器51は、収容部7に収容可能な物体であればよく、携帯型の洗濯機器に限定されない。 The accommodating device 7 can accommodate the first device 51. The first device 51 is separate from the washing machine 100. The first device 51 is, for example, a portable laundry device such as an ultrasonic washer (registered trademark) that cleans clothes using ultrasonic waves. In addition, the 1st apparatus 51 should just be an object which can be accommodated in the accommodating part 7, and is not limited to a portable laundry apparatus.
 収容部7は、筐体1に形成される。第1実施形態では、収容部7は、前面部1aに形成される。収容部7は、凹部7aを有する。凹部7aは、筐体1の外面部に形成された開口部から筐体1の内部側に凹んだ形状を有する。第1機器51が収容部7に収容されることは、第1機器51が凹部7aに配置されることを示す。 The housing part 7 is formed in the housing 1. In the first embodiment, the accommodating portion 7 is formed on the front surface portion 1a. The accommodating part 7 has the recessed part 7a. The recess 7 a has a shape that is recessed from the opening formed in the outer surface of the housing 1 to the inside of the housing 1. The housing of the first device 51 in the housing portion 7 indicates that the first device 51 is disposed in the recess 7a.
 第1機器51は、本発明の外部機器の一例である。外部機器は、例えば、通常の洗濯機能とは別の機能、又は補助的機能を有する。 The first device 51 is an example of an external device of the present invention. The external device has, for example, a function different from the normal washing function or an auxiliary function.
 ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、ドア2が収容部7に対して前方から対向する。 When the door 2 is in the closed state A, the door 2 faces the accommodating portion 7 from the front.
 洗濯機100は、開口部8と、回転ドラム9と、水槽(不図示)とをさらに備える。 The washing machine 100 further includes an opening 8, a rotating drum 9, and a water tank (not shown).
 開口部8は、筐体1の内部と筐体1の外部とを連通する。開口部8は、筐体1に形成される。第1実施形態では、開口部8は、前面部1aに形成される。ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、ドア2が開口部8に対向する。その結果、ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、開口部8がドア2で閉塞される。 The opening 8 communicates the inside of the housing 1 with the outside of the housing 1. The opening 8 is formed in the housing 1. In the first embodiment, the opening 8 is formed in the front surface 1a. When the door 2 is in the closed state A, the door 2 faces the opening 8. As a result, when the door 2 is in the closed state A, the opening 8 is closed by the door 2.
 回転ドラム9と、水槽とは、筐体1の内部に配置される。 The rotating drum 9 and the water tank are arranged inside the housing 1.
 回転ドラム9には、洗濯物を収容可能である。回転ドラム9は、回転可能に支持される。回転ドラム9は、回転ドラム9は、開口部8に連通する。回転ドラム9は、本発明の洗濯槽の一例である。水槽は、回転ドラム9の外側に配置される。 The laundry can be stored in the rotating drum 9. The rotary drum 9 is rotatably supported. The rotating drum 9 communicates with the opening 8. The rotating drum 9 is an example of the washing tub of the present invention. The water tank is disposed outside the rotating drum 9.
 洗濯物は、開口部8を介して回転ドラム9内に出し入れされる。回転ドラム9内に洗濯物、水、及び洗剤が収容された状態で、回転ドラム9が回転することで、洗濯物が洗濯される。 The laundry is put into and out of the rotating drum 9 through the opening 8. With the laundry, water, and detergent contained in the rotating drum 9, the rotating drum 9 rotates to wash the laundry.
 次に、図3を参照して、洗濯機100についてさらに説明する。図3は、収容部7に第1機器51が収容された状態を示す洗濯機100の斜視図である。 Next, the washing machine 100 will be further described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the washing machine 100 showing a state in which the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7.
 図3に示すように、収容部7には、第1機器51が収容されている。収容部7に第1機器51が収容された状態において、第1機器51が前面部1aよりも後方に位置する。その結果、収容部7に第1機器51が収容された状態において、ドア2は、第1機器51と干渉することなく、閉状態A(図1参照)になることができる。 As shown in FIG. 3, the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7. In a state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7, the first device 51 is located behind the front surface portion 1a. As a result, the door 2 can be in the closed state A (see FIG. 1) without interfering with the first device 51 in a state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7.
 収容部7に第1機器51が収容された状態で、ドア2が閉状態Aになると、ドア2が第1機器51に対して前方から対向する。従って、第1機器51がドア2で覆われる。その結果、ユーザーは、ドア2により第1機器51を視認することができない(図1参照)。 When the door 2 is in the closed state A in a state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7, the door 2 faces the first device 51 from the front. Accordingly, the first device 51 is covered with the door 2. As a result, the user cannot visually recognize the first device 51 through the door 2 (see FIG. 1).
 次に、図1、図4、及び図5を参照して、洗濯機100についてさらに説明する。図4は、洗濯機100のブロック図である。 Next, the washing machine 100 will be further described with reference to FIG. 1, FIG. 4, and FIG. FIG. 4 is a block diagram of the washing machine 100.
 図1、及び図4に示すように、洗濯機100は、充電部11と、接続部12と、検知部13とをさらに備える。 As shown in FIGS. 1 and 4, the washing machine 100 further includes a charging unit 11, a connection unit 12, and a detection unit 13.
 充電部11は、第1機器51を充電するための充電電流を出力する。充電部11は、例えば、洗濯機100に供給された商用電源電圧から充電電流を生成する回路を含む。 The charging unit 11 outputs a charging current for charging the first device 51. The charging unit 11 includes, for example, a circuit that generates a charging current from a commercial power supply voltage supplied to the washing machine 100.
 接続部12は、導電性を有する端子である。接続部12は、収容部7に設けられる。接続部12は、充電部11と接続される。なお、第3実施形態では、第1機器51は充電部11から非接触充電で給電されてもよい。この場合、接続部12は存在していない。 The connection part 12 is a terminal having conductivity. The connecting part 12 is provided in the accommodating part 7. Connection unit 12 is connected to charging unit 11. In the third embodiment, the first device 51 may be supplied with power from the charging unit 11 by non-contact charging. In this case, the connection part 12 does not exist.
 第1機器51が収容部7に収容されると(図3参照)、第1機器51が接続部12に接触する。第1機器51が接続部12に接触すると、充電部11が接続部12を介して第1機器51を充電する。詳細には、充電部11は、第1機器51に搭載されるバッテリを充電する。 When the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7 (see FIG. 3), the first device 51 contacts the connecting portion 12. When the first device 51 contacts the connection unit 12, the charging unit 11 charges the first device 51 via the connection unit 12. Specifically, the charging unit 11 charges a battery mounted on the first device 51.
 検知部13は、第1機器51が収容部7に収容されているか否かを検知するセンサである。検知部13は、例えば、タッチセンサである。検知部13は、収容部7に設けられる。 The detection unit 13 is a sensor that detects whether or not the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7. The detection unit 13 is, for example, a touch sensor. The detection unit 13 is provided in the storage unit 7.
 例えば、収容部7に、第1機器51が収容されると、第1機器51が検知部13に直接又は間接に接触する。その結果、第1機器51が収容部7に収容されていることを検知部13が検知する。これに対し、収容部7から第1機器51が取り除かれると、検知部13に対する第1機器51の接触が解除される。その結果、第1機器51が収容部7に収容されていないことを検知部13が検知する。 For example, when the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7, the first device 51 contacts the detection portion 13 directly or indirectly. As a result, the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7. On the other hand, when the first device 51 is removed from the storage unit 7, the contact of the first device 51 with the detection unit 13 is released. As a result, the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is not accommodated in the accommodation unit 7.
 洗濯機100は、通信部14をさらに備える。 The washing machine 100 further includes a communication unit 14.
 通信部14は、第2機器52と通信するためのデバイスである。通信部14は、例えば、筐体1の内部に設けられる。通信部14は、同じ通信方式(プロトコル)を利用する通信機が搭載された電子機器との間で通信が可能である。第1実施形態において、通信部14は、LAN(Local Area Network)などのネットワーク網を介して第2機器52と無線通信する。通信部14は、例えば、LANボードのような通信モジュール(通信機器)である。 The communication unit 14 is a device for communicating with the second device 52. The communication unit 14 is provided, for example, inside the housing 1. The communication unit 14 can communicate with an electronic device equipped with a communication device that uses the same communication method (protocol). In the first embodiment, the communication unit 14 wirelessly communicates with the second device 52 via a network such as a LAN (Local Area Network). The communication unit 14 is a communication module (communication device) such as a LAN board, for example.
 第2機器52は、例えば、スマートフォン、PC(Personal Computer)、及びスマートスピーカーのような無線通信可能な情報端末である。 The second device 52 is, for example, an information terminal capable of wireless communication such as a smartphone, a PC (Personal Computer), and a smart speaker.
 第2機器52は、本発明の外部機器の二例である。 The second device 52 is two examples of the external device of the present invention.
 洗濯機100は、第1表示ユニット30をさらに備える。 The washing machine 100 further includes a first display unit 30.
 図5は、第1表示ユニット30が設置されたドア2の断面図である。 FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of the door 2 where the first display unit 30 is installed.
 図4及び図5に示すように、第1表示ユニット30は、第1光源31と、第1表示部32とを有する。 As shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, the first display unit 30 includes a first light source 31 and a first display unit 32.
 第1光源31は、光を出射する。第1光源31は、例えば、LED(Light Emitting Diode)である。 The first light source 31 emits light. The first light source 31 is, for example, an LED (Light Emitting Diode).
 第1表示部32は、本発明の外部機器表示部の一例である。外部機器表示部は、例えば、外部機器が洗濯機に有線、及び無線を問わず接続された際に、その外部機器に関する情報を表示する。 The first display unit 32 is an example of the external device display unit of the present invention. For example, when the external device is connected to the washing machine regardless of wired or wireless, the external device display unit displays information regarding the external device.
 第1表示部32は、第1機器51に関する情報を表示する。 The first display unit 32 displays information related to the first device 51.
 第1表示部32は、第1光源31を覆う。第1表示部32は、光を透過する部材である。第1表示部32は、第1光源31が出射した光を洗濯機100の外部に出力する。第1表示部32は、第1表示部32は、操作表示部3の下方に配置される。 The first display unit 32 covers the first light source 31. The first display unit 32 is a member that transmits light. The first display unit 32 outputs the light emitted from the first light source 31 to the outside of the washing machine 100. The first display unit 32 is disposed below the operation display unit 3.
 第1ドア部21は、第1空間部21cをさらに有する。第1空間部21cは、第1表面部21aと第1裏面部21bとの間に位置する空所である。第1表面部21aと第1裏面部21bとは、第1空間部21cを介して互いに背向する。第1光源31は、第1空間部21cに配置される。 The first door portion 21 further includes a first space portion 21c. The first space portion 21c is a space located between the first front surface portion 21a and the first back surface portion 21b. The first surface portion 21a and the first back surface portion 21b face each other via the first space portion 21c. The first light source 31 is disposed in the first space 21c.
 第1ドア部21は、第1孔部21dをさらに有する。第1孔部21dは、第1表面部21aに形成される。第1孔部21dは、第1空間部21cと、ドア2の外部とを連通する。第1孔部21dには、第1表示部32が固定される。 The first door portion 21 further includes a first hole portion 21d. The first hole portion 21d is formed in the first surface portion 21a. The first hole portion 21 d communicates the first space portion 21 c and the outside of the door 2. The first display portion 32 is fixed to the first hole portion 21d.
 第1光源31は、第1表示部32に対向する。ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、第1光源31の出射した光は、第1表示部32を介してドア2の前方に出力される。なお、第1光源31の位置は、特に限定されない。第1光源31は、第1表示部32を介して光を出射できる位置に設置されていればよい。 The first light source 31 faces the first display unit 32. When the door 2 is in the closed state A, the light emitted from the first light source 31 is output to the front of the door 2 via the first display unit 32. The position of the first light source 31 is not particularly limited. The 1st light source 31 should just be installed in the position which can radiate | emit light via the 1st display part 32. FIG.
 第1表示部32は、収容部7の近傍に設置される。 The first display unit 32 is installed in the vicinity of the storage unit 7.
 収容部7の近傍は、例えば、収容部7の周辺、収容部7と隣り合う場所、及び収容部7と直接又は間接に対向する場所のうちの少なくとも1つを示す。 The vicinity of the storage unit 7 indicates, for example, at least one of the periphery of the storage unit 7, a location adjacent to the storage unit 7, and a location directly or indirectly facing the storage unit 7.
 第1実施形態では、ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、第1表示部32がドア2を介して収容部7と対向する。従って、ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、第1表示部32が収容部7の近傍に設置される。 In the first embodiment, when the door 2 is in the closed state A, the first display portion 32 faces the accommodating portion 7 through the door 2. Therefore, when the door 2 is in the closed state A, the first display unit 32 is installed in the vicinity of the storage unit 7.
 第1表示部32が収容部7の近傍に設置されることで、収容部7に第1機器51が収容されると、第1機器51が第1表示部32の近傍に位置する。この場合、第1機器51が第1表示部32の近傍に位置する状態で、第1表示部32が情報を表示する。その結果、第1表示部32が第1機器51に関する情報を表示していることを、ユーザーが容易に認識することができる。 When the first display unit 32 is installed in the vicinity of the storage unit 7 and the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7, the first device 51 is positioned in the vicinity of the first display unit 32. In this case, the first display unit 32 displays information in a state where the first device 51 is located in the vicinity of the first display unit 32. As a result, the user can easily recognize that the first display unit 32 displays information related to the first device 51.
 なお、第1表示部32は、操作表示部3の設置場所から離間した場所に設置されていればよく、収容部7の近傍に設置されていなくてもよい。第1表示部32の設置場所を収容部7の近傍に限定しないことで、第1表示部32の設置場所の自由度を向上させることができる。 In addition, the 1st display part 32 should just be installed in the place away from the installation place of the operation display part 3, and does not need to be installed in the vicinity of the accommodating part 7. FIG. By not limiting the installation location of the first display unit 32 to the vicinity of the storage unit 7, the degree of freedom of the installation location of the first display unit 32 can be improved.
 以上、図1、図4、及び図5を参照して説明したように、第1表示部32が、操作表示部3の設置場所から離間した場所に設置される。従って、第1表示部32が操作表示部3の周囲に設置されない。その結果、洗濯機100の出力する情報が、第1機器51に関する情報であることをユーザーが容易に判断することができる。 As described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 4, and 5, the first display unit 32 is installed at a location away from the installation location of the operation display unit 3. Therefore, the first display unit 32 is not installed around the operation display unit 3. As a result, the user can easily determine that the information output from the washing machine 100 is information related to the first device 51.
 また、ドア2が閉状態Aのとき、第1表示部32がドア2を介して収容部7と対向する。従って、収容部7に第1機器51が収容された状態で、ドア2が閉状態Aになった場合(図1参照)、ユーザーは、ドア2が邪魔で第1機器51を視認することができないが、第1表示部32を視認することができる。その結果、ユーザーは、第1表示部32を視認して、第1機器51に関する情報を取得することができる。 Further, when the door 2 is in the closed state A, the first display portion 32 faces the accommodating portion 7 through the door 2. Therefore, when the door 2 is in the closed state A in the state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7 (see FIG. 1), the user can visually recognize the first device 51 because the door 2 is in the way. Although it cannot, the 1st display part 32 can be visually recognized. As a result, the user can visually recognize the first display unit 32 and acquire information regarding the first device 51.
 図1及び図4に示すように、洗濯機100は、第2表示ユニット40をさらに備える。 As shown in FIGS. 1 and 4, the washing machine 100 further includes a second display unit 40.
 第2表示ユニット40は、第2光源41と、第2表示部42とを有する。 The second display unit 40 includes a second light source 41 and a second display unit 42.
 第2光源41は、光を出射する。第2光源41は、例えば、LED(Light Emitting Diode)モジュールである。 The second light source 41 emits light. The second light source 41 is, for example, an LED (Light Emitting Diode) module.
 第2表示部42は、本発明の外部機器表示部の二例である。 The second display unit 42 is two examples of the external device display unit of the present invention.
 第2表示部42は、第2機器52に関する情報を表示する。 The second display unit 42 displays information related to the second device 52.
 第2表示部42は、第2光源41を覆う。第2表示部42は、光を透過する部材である。第2表示部42は、第2光源41が出射した光を洗濯機100の外部に出力する。 The second display unit 42 covers the second light source 41. The second display unit 42 is a member that transmits light. The second display unit 42 outputs the light emitted from the second light source 41 to the outside of the washing machine 100.
 第2表示部42は、例えば、筐体1の天井面部1dに設置される。第1実施形態では、第2表示部42は、筐体1の天井面部1dに設置される。第2表示部42は、操作表示部3に対して左右方向に間隔を空けて配置される。第2光源41は、例えば、筐体1の天井面部1dの裏側に形成される空間に設置される。 2nd display part 42 is installed in 1d of ceiling surface parts of case 1, for example. In the first embodiment, the second display unit 42 is installed on the ceiling surface portion 1 d of the housing 1. The second display unit 42 is arranged with a space in the left-right direction with respect to the operation display unit 3. The 2nd light source 41 is installed in the space formed in the back side of the ceiling surface part 1d of the housing | casing 1, for example.
 以上、図1、及び図4を参照して説明したように、第2表示部42が、操作表示部3の設置場所から離間した場所に設置される。従って、第2表示部42が操作表示部3の周囲に設置されない。その結果、洗濯機100の出力する情報が、第2機器52に関する情報であることをユーザーが容易に判断することができる。 As described above with reference to FIG. 1 and FIG. 4, the second display unit 42 is installed at a location separated from the installation location of the operation display unit 3. Therefore, the second display unit 42 is not installed around the operation display unit 3. As a result, the user can easily determine that the information output from the washing machine 100 is information related to the second device 52.
 図4に示すように、洗濯機100は、記憶部15と、制御部16とをさらに備える。 As shown in FIG. 4, the washing machine 100 further includes a storage unit 15 and a control unit 16.
 記憶部15は、ROM(Read Only Memory)、及びRAM(Random Access Memory)のような主記憶装置(例えば、半導体メモリー)を含み、補助記憶装置(例えば、ハードディスクドライブ)をさらに含んでもよい。記憶部15は、制御部16によって実行される種々のコンピュータープログラムを記憶する。 The storage unit 15 includes a main storage device (for example, a semiconductor memory) such as a ROM (Read Only Memory) and a RAM (Random Access Memory), and may further include an auxiliary storage device (for example, a hard disk drive). The storage unit 15 stores various computer programs executed by the control unit 16.
 制御部16は、CPU(Central Processing Unit)及びMPU(Micro Processing Unit)のようなプロセッサーを含む。制御部16は、洗濯機100の各要素を制御する。具体的には、制御部16のプロセッサーは、記憶部15に記憶されたコンピュータープログラムを実行することにより、操作表示部3と、充電部11と、検知部13と、通信部14と、記憶部15と、第1表示ユニット30と、第2表示ユニット40とを制御する。 The control unit 16 includes a processor such as a CPU (Central Processing Unit) and an MPU (Micro Processing Unit). The control unit 16 controls each element of the washing machine 100. Specifically, the processor of the control unit 16 executes the computer program stored in the storage unit 15, thereby operating the operation display unit 3, the charging unit 11, the detection unit 13, the communication unit 14, and the storage unit. 15, the first display unit 30 and the second display unit 40 are controlled.
 次に、図4、図6(a)、図7(a)、図8(a)、及び図9を参照して、第1表示部32が表示する情報について説明する。 Next, information displayed by the first display unit 32 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4, 6 (a), 7 (a), 8 (a), and 9.
 図6(a)は、洗濯機100の第1の正面図である。図7(a)は、洗濯機100の第2の正面図である。図8(a)は、洗濯機100の第3の正面図である。図9は、第1表示部32が表示する情報を示す表である。 FIG. 6A is a first front view of the washing machine 100. FIG. FIG. 7A is a second front view of the washing machine 100. FIG. 8A is a third front view of the washing machine 100. FIG. 9 is a table showing information displayed by the first display unit 32.
 図4に示すように、第1光源31は、第1表示部32が表示する情報を生成する第1情報生成部として機能する。制御部16は、第1光源31を制御することによって、第1表示部32が表示する情報を変更する。 As shown in FIG. 4, the first light source 31 functions as a first information generation unit that generates information displayed by the first display unit 32. The control unit 16 controls the first light source 31 to change information displayed on the first display unit 32.
 図6(a)は、第1消灯状態α1の第1表示部32を示す。第1消灯状態α1は、第1光源31(図4参照)が消灯している状態を示す。 FIG. 6A shows the first display unit 32 in the first light-off state α1. The first light-off state α1 indicates a state where the first light source 31 (see FIG. 4) is turned off.
 図6(a)及び図9に示すように、第1表示部32が第1消灯状態α1のとき、第1機器51が未収用状態であることを示す第1情報を第1表示部32が表示している。未収用状態は、第1機器51が収容部7に収容されていない状態を示す(図2参照)。 As shown in FIG. 6A and FIG. 9, when the first display unit 32 is in the first light-off state α1, the first display unit 32 displays first information indicating that the first device 51 is in an unacquired state. it's shown. The unacquired state indicates a state in which the first device 51 is not accommodated in the accommodating portion 7 (see FIG. 2).
 第1情報は、本発明の第1機器に関する情報の一例である。 1st information is an example of the information regarding the 1st apparatus of this invention.
 収容部7に第1機器51が収容されていないことを検知部13が検知すると、第1表示部32が第1消灯状態α1になるように、制御部16が第1光源31を制御する。その結果、未収用状態のとき、第1表示部32が第1消灯状態α1になる。 When the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is not stored in the storage unit 7, the control unit 16 controls the first light source 31 so that the first display unit 32 is in the first light-off state α <b> 1. As a result, the first display unit 32 is in the first extinguished state α1 in the unacquired state.
 図7(a)は、第1点灯状態α2の第1表示部32を示す。第1点灯状態α2は、第1光源31(図4参照)が点灯している状態を示す。 FIG. 7A shows the first display section 32 in the first lighting state α2. The first lighting state α2 indicates a state where the first light source 31 (see FIG. 4) is lit.
 図7(a)及び図9に示すように、第1表示部32が第1点灯状態α2のとき、第1機器51が収容状態であり、かつ、第1機器51が充電状態であることを示す第2情報を第1表示部32が表示している。収容状態は、第1機器51が収容部7に収容されている状態を示す(図3参照)。充電状態は、充電部11(図2参照)が第1機器51に充電中の状態を示す。 As shown in FIGS. 7A and 9, when the first display unit 32 is in the first lighting state α2, the first device 51 is in the housed state and the first device 51 is in the charged state. The 1st display part 32 is displaying the 2nd information to show. The accommodation state indicates a state in which the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodation unit 7 (see FIG. 3). The state of charge indicates a state in which the charging unit 11 (see FIG. 2) is charging the first device 51.
 第2情報は、本発明の第1機器に関する情報の二例である。 The second information is two examples of information related to the first device of the present invention.
 収容部7に第1機器51が収容されていることを検知部13が検知すると共に、充電部11が第1機器51を充電していると、第1表示部32が第1点灯状態α2になるように、制御部16が第1光源31を制御する。その結果、収用状態であり、かつ、充電状態のとき、第1表示部32が第1点灯状態α2になる。 When the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7 and the charging unit 11 is charging the first device 51, the first display unit 32 is in the first lighting state α2. Thus, the control unit 16 controls the first light source 31. As a result, the first display unit 32 is in the first lighting state α2 in the expropriated state and in the charged state.
 図8(a)は、第1点滅状態α3の第1表示部32を示す。第1点滅状態α3は、第1光源31(図4参照)が点滅している状態を示す。 FIG. 8A shows the first display section 32 in the first blinking state α3. The first blinking state α3 indicates a state in which the first light source 31 (see FIG. 4) is blinking.
 図8(a)及び図9に示すように、第1表示部32が第1点滅状態α3のとき、第1機器51が収容状態であり、かつ、第1機器51が充電完了状態であることを示す第3情報を第1表示部32が表示している。充電完了状態は、第1機器51の充電が完了している状態を示す。 As shown in FIG. 8A and FIG. 9, when the first display unit 32 is in the first blinking state α3, the first device 51 is in the accommodated state, and the first device 51 is in the charging completed state. The first display unit 32 displays third information indicating the above. The charging completion state indicates a state where the charging of the first device 51 is completed.
 第3情報は、本発明の第1機器に関する情報の三例である。 The third information is three examples of information related to the first device of the present invention.
 収容部7に第1機器51が収容されていることを検知部13が検知すると共に、充電部11が第1機器51を充電していないと、第1表示部32が第1点滅状態α3になるように、制御部16が第1光源31を制御する。その結果、収用状態であり、かつ、充電完了状態のとき、第1表示部32が第1点滅状態α3になる。 When the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7 and the charging unit 11 is not charging the first device 51, the first display unit 32 is in the first blinking state α3. Thus, the control unit 16 controls the first light source 31. As a result, the first display unit 32 is in the first blinking state α3 when it is in the expropriation state and in the charging completion state.
 以上、図4、及び図6(a)から図9を参照して説明したように、第1表示部32は、第1機器51が収容部7に収容されているか否かを示す収容情報を表示する。従って、ユーザーは、第1表示部32を視認して、第1機器51が収容部7に収容されているか否かを認識することが可能である。 As described above with reference to FIG. 4 and FIG. 6A to FIG. 9, the first display unit 32 has the storage information indicating whether or not the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7. indicate. Therefore, the user can visually recognize the first display unit 32 and recognize whether or not the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7.
 また、第1表示部32は、第1機器51に対する充電状況を示す充電情報を表示する。従って、ユーザーは、第1表示部32を視認して、第1機器51が充電中であるか、又は第1機器51の充電が完了したかを認識することが可能である。 Further, the first display unit 32 displays charging information indicating the charging status of the first device 51. Accordingly, the user can visually recognize the first display unit 32 and recognize whether the first device 51 is being charged or whether the first device 51 has been charged.
 なお、第1実施形態では、第1表示部32は、収容情報と通信情報との両方を表示する。しかし、本発明はこれに限定されない。第4実施形態では、第1表示部32は、収容情報と通信情報とのうちの少なくとも1つを表示してもよい。 In the first embodiment, the first display unit 32 displays both accommodation information and communication information. However, the present invention is not limited to this. In the fourth embodiment, the first display unit 32 may display at least one of accommodation information and communication information.
 次に、図4、図6(b)、図7(b)、図8(b)、及び図10を参照して、第2表示部42が表示する情報について説明する。図6(b)は、第2表示部42の第1の拡大図である。図7(b)は、第2表示部42の第2の拡大図である。図8(b)は、第2表示部42の第3の拡大図である。図10は、第2表示部42が表示する情報を示す表である。 Next, information displayed by the second display unit 42 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4, 6 (b), 7 (b), 8 (b), and 10. FIG. 6B is a first enlarged view of the second display unit 42. FIG. 7B is a second enlarged view of the second display unit 42. FIG. 8B is a third enlarged view of the second display unit 42. FIG. 10 is a table showing information displayed by the second display unit 42.
 図4に示すように、第2光源41は、第2表示部42が表示する情報を生成する第2情報生成部として機能する。制御部16は、第2光源41を制御することによって、第2表示部42が表示する情報を変更する。 As shown in FIG. 4, the second light source 41 functions as a second information generation unit that generates information displayed by the second display unit 42. The control unit 16 changes the information displayed on the second display unit 42 by controlling the second light source 41.
 図6(b)は、第2消灯状態β1の第2表示部42を示す。第2消灯状態β1は、第2光源41(図4参照)が消灯している状態を示す。 FIG. 6B shows the second display unit 42 in the second light-off state β1. The second light-off state β1 indicates a state where the second light source 41 (see FIG. 4) is turned off.
 図6(b)及び図10に示すように、第2表示部42が第2消灯状態β1のとき、洗濯機100と第2機器52とが非通信状態であることを示す第4情報を第2表示部42が表示している。非通信状態は、洗濯機100と第2機器52との間で通信が行われていない状態を示す(図4参照)。 As shown in FIGS. 6B and 10, when the second display unit 42 is in the second light-off state β1, fourth information indicating that the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 are in the non-communication state is displayed. 2 display part 42 is displaying. The non-communication state indicates a state in which communication is not performed between the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 (see FIG. 4).
 第4情報は、本発明の第2機器に関する情報の一例である。 4th information is an example of the information regarding the 2nd apparatus of this invention.
 洗濯機100の通信部14が第2機器52と通信を行っていないとき、第2表示部42が第2消灯状態β1になるように、制御部16が第2光源41を制御する。その結果、非通信状態のとき、第2表示部42が第2消灯状態β1になる。 When the communication unit 14 of the washing machine 100 is not communicating with the second device 52, the control unit 16 controls the second light source 41 so that the second display unit 42 is in the second light-off state β1. As a result, when in a non-communication state, the second display unit 42 is in the second light-off state β1.
 図7(b)は、第2点灯状態β2の第2表示部42を示す。第2点灯状態β2は、第2光源41(図4参照)が点灯している状態を示す。 FIG. 7B shows the second display unit 42 in the second lighting state β2. The second lighting state β2 indicates a state where the second light source 41 (see FIG. 4) is lit.
 図7(b)及び図10に示すように、第2表示部42が第2点灯状態β2のとき、洗濯機100と第2機器52とが通信状態であることを示す第5情報を第2表示部42が表示している。通信状態は、洗濯機100と第2機器52との間で通信が行われている状態を示す(図4参照)。 As shown in FIGS. 7B and 10, when the second display unit 42 is in the second lighting state β2, the second information indicating that the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 are in the communication state is the second information. The display part 42 is displaying. The communication state indicates a state in which communication is performed between the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 (see FIG. 4).
 第5情報は、本発明の第2機器に関する情報の二例である。 The fifth information is two examples of information related to the second device of the present invention.
 洗濯機100の通信部14が第2機器52と通信を行っているとき、第2表示部42が第2点灯状態β2になるように、制御部16が第2光源41を制御する。その結果、通信状態のとき、第2表示部42が第2点灯状態β2になる。 When the communication unit 14 of the washing machine 100 is communicating with the second device 52, the control unit 16 controls the second light source 41 so that the second display unit 42 is in the second lighting state β2. As a result, when in the communication state, the second display unit 42 is in the second lighting state β2.
 図8(b)は、第2点滅状態β3の第2表示部42を示す。第2点滅状態β3は、第2光源41(図4参照)が点滅している状態を示す。 FIG. 8B shows the second display unit 42 in the second blinking state β3. The second blinking state β3 indicates a state in which the second light source 41 (see FIG. 4) is blinking.
 図8(b)及び図10に示すように、第2表示部42が第2点滅状態β3のとき、洗濯機100と第2機器52との通信がエラー状態であることを示す第6情報を第2表示部42が表示している。エラー状態は、洗濯機100が第2機器52と通信不能な状態を示す。 As shown in FIG. 8B and FIG. 10, when the second display unit 42 is in the second blinking state β3, the sixth information indicating that the communication between the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 is in an error state. The 2nd display part 42 is displaying. The error state indicates a state where the washing machine 100 cannot communicate with the second device 52.
 第6情報は、本発明の第2機器52に関する情報の三例である。 The sixth information is three examples of information related to the second device 52 of the present invention.
 洗濯機100の通信部14が第2機器52と通信不能なとき、第2表示部42が第2点滅状態β3になるように、制御部16が第2光源41を制御する。その結果、エラー状態のとき、第2表示部42が第2点滅状態β3になる。 When the communication unit 14 of the washing machine 100 cannot communicate with the second device 52, the control unit 16 controls the second light source 41 so that the second display unit 42 is in the second blinking state β3. As a result, in the error state, the second display unit 42 enters the second blinking state β3.
 以上、図4、図6(b)、図7(b)、図8(b)、及び図10を参照して説明したように、第2表示部42は、通信部14と第2機器52との通信状況を示す通信情報を表示する。従って、ユーザーは、第2表示部42を視認して、洗濯機100と第2機器52とが通信状態であるか否か、又は、洗濯機100と第2機器52との通信がエラー状態であるか否かを認識することが可能である。 As described above with reference to FIGS. 4, 6B, 7B, 8B, and 10, the second display unit 42 includes the communication unit 14 and the second device 52. Displays communication information indicating the communication status with. Therefore, the user visually recognizes the second display unit 42 and determines whether or not the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 are in a communication state, or the communication between the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 is in an error state. It is possible to recognize whether or not there is.
 以上、図面(図1~図10)を参照しながら本発明の実施形態について説明した。但し、本発明は、上記の実施形態に限られるものではなく、その要旨を逸脱しない範囲で種々の態様において実施することが可能である(例えば、(1)~(9))。また、上記の実施形態に開示されている複数の構成要素を適宜組み合わせることによって、種々の発明の形成が可能である。例えば、実施形態に示される全構成要素から幾つかの構成要素を削除してもよい。図面は、理解しやすくするために、それぞれの構成要素を主体に模式的に示しており、図示された各構成要素の個数等は、図面作成の都合から実際とは異なる場合もある。また、上記の実施形態で示す各構成要素は一例であって、特に限定されるものではなく、本発明の効果から実質的に逸脱しない範囲で種々の変更が可能である。 The embodiment of the present invention has been described above with reference to the drawings (FIGS. 1 to 10). However, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and can be implemented in various modes without departing from the gist thereof (for example, (1) to (9)). In addition, various inventions can be formed by appropriately combining a plurality of components disclosed in the above embodiments. For example, some components may be deleted from all the components shown in the embodiment. In order to facilitate understanding, the drawings schematically show each component as a main component, and the number of components shown in the drawings may differ from the actual one due to the convenience of drawing. Moreover, each component shown by said embodiment is an example, Comprising: It does not specifically limit, A various change is possible in the range which does not deviate substantially from the effect of this invention.
 (1)第1実施形態では、第1表示部32は、ドア2の第1表面部21aに設置される。しかし、本発明はこれに限定されない。第1表示部32は、洗濯機100の外面部に設置されればよい。洗濯機100の外面部は、ドア2が閉状態Aのときに、洗濯機100のうち露出している箇所を示す。洗濯機100の外面部は、例えば、ドア2の第1表面部21a、筐体1の天井面部1d、及び、筐体1の前面部1aのうちドア2と対向しない箇所のうちの少なくとも1つを示す。第1表示部32の設置場所をドア2の第1表面部21aに限定しないことで、第1表示部32の設置場所の自由度を向上させることができる。 (1) In the first embodiment, the first display portion 32 is installed on the first surface portion 21 a of the door 2. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The first display unit 32 may be installed on the outer surface of the washing machine 100. The outer surface of the washing machine 100 indicates an exposed portion of the washing machine 100 when the door 2 is in the closed state A. The outer surface portion of the washing machine 100 is, for example, at least one of the first surface portion 21 a of the door 2, the ceiling surface portion 1 d of the housing 1, and the portion of the front surface portion 1 a of the housing 1 that does not face the door 2. Indicates. By not limiting the installation place of the 1st display part 32 to the 1st surface part 21a of the door 2, the freedom degree of the installation place of the 1st display part 32 can be improved.
 (2)第1実施形態では、第2表示部42は、筐体1の天井面部1dに設置される。しかし、本発明はこれに限定されない。第2表示部42は、洗濯機100の外面部に設置されればよい。なお、第2表示部42は、通信部14の近傍に設置されてもよい。 (2) In the first embodiment, the second display unit 42 is installed on the ceiling surface portion 1 d of the housing 1. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The second display unit 42 may be installed on the outer surface of the washing machine 100. Note that the second display unit 42 may be installed in the vicinity of the communication unit 14.
 (3)第1実施形態の第1機器51は、充電可能な機器である。しかし、本発明はこれに限定されない。第5実施形態では、第1機器51は、充電機能を有しない機器であってもよい。この場合、第1表示部32は、収容情報を表示し、充電情報を表示しない。 (3) The first device 51 of the first embodiment is a rechargeable device. However, the present invention is not limited to this. In the fifth embodiment, the first device 51 may be a device that does not have a charging function. In this case, the 1st display part 32 displays accommodation information, and does not display charge information.
 (4)第1実施形態では、収容部7は、前面部1aに形成される。しかし、本発明はこれに限定されない。収容部7は、洗濯機100に形成されればよい。収容部7は、例えば、ドア2に形成されてもよい。また、収容部7は、例えば、筐体1の内部に形成されてもよい。また、収容部7は、例えば、筐体1の外面部のうち、閉状態Aのドア2(図1参照)で覆われない場所に形成されてもよい。 (4) In the first embodiment, the accommodating portion 7 is formed on the front surface portion 1a. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The accommodating part 7 should just be formed in the washing machine 100. FIG. The accommodating part 7 may be formed in the door 2, for example. Moreover, the accommodating part 7 may be formed in the inside of the housing | casing 1, for example. Moreover, the accommodating part 7 may be formed in the location which is not covered with the door 2 (refer FIG. 1) of the closed state A among the outer surface parts of the housing | casing 1, for example.
 (5)第1実施形態では、第1表示部32は、第1光源31が出射した光を出力する。しかし、本発明はこれに限定されない。第6実施形態では、第1表示部32を液晶パネルのような画像を表示可能なディスプレイで構成してもよい。この場合、第1表示部32は、第1機器51に関する情報を画像で出力する。画像は、例えば、文字の画像、記号の画像、静止画像、及び動画像のうちの少なくとも1つを示す。 (5) In the first embodiment, the first display unit 32 outputs the light emitted from the first light source 31. However, the present invention is not limited to this. In the sixth embodiment, the first display unit 32 may be configured by a display capable of displaying an image such as a liquid crystal panel. In this case, the first display unit 32 outputs information related to the first device 51 as an image. The image indicates, for example, at least one of a character image, a symbol image, a still image, and a moving image.
 (6)第1実施形態では、第2表示部42は、第2光源41が出射した光を出力する。しかし、本発明はこれに限定されない。第7実施形態では、第2表示部42を液晶パネルのような画像を表示可能なディスプレイで構成してもよい。この場合、第2表示部42は、第2機器52に関する情報を画像で出力する。 (6) In the first embodiment, the second display unit 42 outputs the light emitted from the second light source 41. However, the present invention is not limited to this. In the seventh embodiment, the second display unit 42 may be configured by a display capable of displaying an image such as a liquid crystal panel. In this case, the second display unit 42 outputs information related to the second device 52 as an image.
 (7)第1実施形態の洗濯機100は、第1表示部32と第2表示部42とを備える。しかし、本発明はこれに限定されない。洗濯機100は、第1表示部32及び第2表示部42のうちのいずれかの表示部を備えていてもよい。また、洗濯機100は、第1表示部32及び第2表示部42のような表示部を3つ以上備えていてもよい。 (7) The washing machine 100 of the first embodiment includes a first display unit 32 and a second display unit 42. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The washing machine 100 may include any one of the first display unit 32 and the second display unit 42. The washing machine 100 may include three or more display units such as the first display unit 32 and the second display unit 42.
 (8)また、第1表示部32が第2表示部42として機能してもよい。この場合、第1表示部32が第1情報から第6情報を表示する。この場合、例えば、第1光源31の点灯のバリエーションを6種類用意すればよい。また、第2表示部42が第1表示部32として機能してもよい。 (8) Further, the first display unit 32 may function as the second display unit 42. In this case, the 1st display part 32 displays the 6th information from the 1st information. In this case, for example, six types of lighting variations of the first light source 31 may be prepared. Further, the second display unit 42 may function as the first display unit 32.
 (9)第1実施形態の洗濯機100は、ドラム式洗濯機である。しかし、本発明はこれに限定されない。第8実施形態では、洗濯機100は縦型洗濯機でもよい。 (9) The washing machine 100 of the first embodiment is a drum type washing machine. However, the present invention is not limited to this. In the eighth embodiment, the washing machine 100 may be a vertical washing machine.
 本発明は、洗濯機の分野に利用可能である。 The present invention can be used in the field of washing machines.
1   筐体
2   ドア(開閉部)
3   操作表示部
7   収容部
9   回転ドラム(洗濯槽)
11  充電部
12  接続部
13  検知部
14  通信部
32  第1表示部(表示部)
42  第2表示部(表示部)
51  第1機器(外部機器)
52  第2機器(外部機器)
100 洗濯機
1 Housing 2 Door (Opening / closing section)
3 Operation display section 7 Storage section 9 Rotating drum (washing tub)
11 Charging unit 12 Connection unit 13 Detection unit 14 Communication unit 32 First display unit (display unit)
42 Second display section (display section)
51 First device (external device)
52 Second equipment (external equipment)
100 washing machine

Claims (10)

  1.  洗濯物を洗濯する洗濯機であって、
     前記洗濯機に対する指示を受け付ける操作表示部と、
     外部機器に関する情報を表示する外部機器表示部と
     を備え、
     前記外部機器表示部が、前記操作表示部の設置場所から離間した場所に設置される、洗濯機。
    A washing machine for washing laundry,
    An operation display unit for receiving an instruction to the washing machine;
    An external device display unit that displays information about the external device,
    The washing machine, wherein the external device display unit is installed at a location separated from the installation site of the operation display unit.
  2.  前記外部機器表示部が、前記洗濯機の外面部に設置される、請求項1に記載の洗濯機。 The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein the external device display unit is installed on an outer surface of the washing machine.
  3.  前記外部機器に含まれる第1機器を収容可能な収容部をさらに備え、
     前記外部機器表示部は、第1表示部を含み、
     前記第1表示部は、前記第1機器に関する情報を表示する、
     請求項1又は請求項2に記載の洗濯機。
    A storage unit capable of storing a first device included in the external device;
    The external device display unit includes a first display unit,
    The first display unit displays information about the first device.
    The washing machine according to claim 1 or 2.
  4.  前記第1機器が前記収容部に収容されているか否かを検知する検知部をさらに備え、
     前記第1表示部は、前記第1機器が前記収容部に収容されているか否かを示す収容情報を表示する、請求項3に記載の洗濯機。
    A detection unit for detecting whether the first device is stored in the storage unit;
    The washing machine according to claim 3, wherein the first display unit displays storage information indicating whether or not the first device is stored in the storage unit.
  5.  前記第1機器を充電する充電部をさらに備え、
     前記第1表示部は、前記第1機器に対する充電状況を示す充電情報を表示する、請求項3又は請求項4に記載の洗濯機。
    A charging unit for charging the first device;
    The washing machine according to claim 3 or 4, wherein the first display unit displays charging information indicating a charging state of the first device.
  6.  前記収容部に設けられる接続部をさらに備え、
     前記第1機器が前記収容部に収容されると、前記充電部が前記接続部を介して前記第1機器を充電する、請求項5に記載の洗濯機。
    It further comprises a connecting part provided in the housing part,
    The washing machine according to claim 5, wherein when the first device is accommodated in the accommodating portion, the charging portion charges the first device via the connection portion.
  7.  洗濯物を収容可能な洗濯槽と、
     前記洗濯槽を収容する筐体と、
     前記筐体に回転可能に取り付けられる開閉部と
     をさらに備え、
     前記収容部が前記筐体に設置され、
     前記第1表示部が前記開閉部に設置される、請求項3から請求項6のいずれか1項に記載の洗濯機。
    A laundry tub that can accommodate laundry;
    A housing for housing the washing tub;
    An opening / closing part rotatably attached to the housing,
    The housing is installed in the housing;
    The washing machine according to any one of claims 3 to 6, wherein the first display unit is installed in the opening / closing unit.
  8.  前記開閉部が閉状態のとき、前記第1表示部が前記開閉部を介して前記収容部と対向する、請求項7に記載の洗濯機。 The washing machine according to claim 7, wherein when the opening / closing part is in a closed state, the first display part faces the housing part via the opening / closing part.
  9.  前記第1表示部が前記収容部の近傍に設置される、請求項3から請求項8のいずれか1項に記載の洗濯機。 The washing machine according to any one of claims 3 to 8, wherein the first display unit is installed in the vicinity of the housing unit.
  10.  前記外部機器に含まれる第2機器と通信する通信部をさらに備え、
     前記外部機器表示部は、第2表示部を含み、
     前記第2表示部は、前記通信部と前記第2機器との通信状況を示す通信情報を表示する、請求項1から請求項9のいずれか1項に記載の洗濯機。
    A communication unit that communicates with a second device included in the external device;
    The external device display unit includes a second display unit,
    The washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the second display unit displays communication information indicating a communication state between the communication unit and the second device.
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