WO2021079474A1

WO2021079474A1 - Security camera device

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Publication number: WO2021079474A1
Application number: PCT/JP2019/041773
Authority: WO
Inventors: 剛二口; 和隆岩崎
Original assignee: ジャパンエレベーターサービスホールディングス株式会社
Priority date: 2019-10-24
Filing date: 2019-10-24
Publication date: 2021-04-29
Also published as: JP2023073451A; JP7459125B2; JPWO2021079474A1

Abstract

In this security camera device (100) which has a planar plate shape and has a rear surface (101a) post-installed toward an inner wall side of an elevator car, a front camera for imaging the inside of the car is provided on the front surface of the security camera device, and an AC power connector (208), which a power supply plug for supplying power to be supplied for operation of an own device including the front camera can be inserted into or extracted from, is provided, whereby the security camera device 100 can be easily and quickly installed inside the car without degrading the convenience of elevator users, and it is possible to contribute to ensuring the safety of passengers.

Description

Security camera device

The present invention relates to a security camera device that photographs the inside of an elevator basket.

There are many elevators equipped with security camera devices that take pictures of the inside of the elevator for the purpose of crime prevention inside the elevator basket.

As related technologies, specifically, conventionally, for example, a first process of displaying an image on an elevator occupant on a computer installed in an elevator basket, and an image displayed by the first process. By executing the second process of photographing the occupant watching and the third process of storing the information photographed by the second process, the information is provided to the occupants of the elevator and the information is provided. There was a technique for deterring criminal acts that may occur in an elevator and contributing to crime prevention in the elevator (see, for example, Patent Document 1 below).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2019-151443

However, security camera devices are often installed in newly installed elevators, and elevators equipped with security camera devices at the time of installation tend to be generally limited to expensive elevators. In order to retrofit an elevator that is not equipped with a security camera device at the time of installation, a large-scale construction work is required, and the period during which the elevator cannot be used due to the construction work becomes longer, which is convenient for elevator users. There is a problem that is reduced.

On the other hand, it is not preferable to postpone the installation of the security camera device from the viewpoint of cost because the safety of the occupants is insufficient, and even if a crime or trouble occurs in the elevator basket, it is identified and verified. There is a problem in terms of crime prevention.

Since the present invention solves the problems caused by the above-mentioned prior art, it can be easily and quickly installed in the basket without deteriorating the convenience of the elevator user, and contributes to ensuring the safety of the occupants. It is an object of the present invention to provide a security camera device capable of performing.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems and achieve the object, the security camera device according to the present invention has a flat plate shape, and one side of the flat plate (hereinafter referred to as "rear surface") is retrofitted toward the inner wall surface side of the elevator car. A security camera device provided on a surface opposite to the back surface (hereinafter referred to as “front”) to photograph the inside of the basket, and a power source used to drive the own device including the photographing means. It is characterized by including a power connector into which a power supply plug for supplying power can be inserted and removed.

Further, the security camera device according to the present invention is characterized in that, in the above invention, the power connector is provided on the back surface.

Further, the security camera device according to the present invention is characterized in that, in the above invention, at least one of a power button and an operation button is provided on the back surface.

Further, the security camera device according to the present invention is characterized in that, in the above invention, a display screen for displaying an image or a moving image is provided on the front surface.

Further, in the above invention, the security camera device according to the present invention is provided so that the photographing means is located vertically below the display screen in a state where the photographing means is installed in the basket. It is a feature.

According to the security camera device according to the present invention, it can be easily and quickly installed in the basket without deteriorating the convenience of the elevator user, and can contribute to ensuring the safety of the occupants. Play.

FIG. 1 is an explanatory view (No. 1) showing an external configuration of a security camera device according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an explanatory view (No. 2) showing an external configuration of the security camera device according to the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is an explanatory view (No. 3) showing an external configuration of the security camera device according to the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is an explanatory view (No. 4) showing an external configuration of the security camera device according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is explanatory drawing (the 1) which shows the connection state of an AC power connector and a power supply plug. It is explanatory drawing (the 2) which shows the connection state of an AC power connector and a power supply plug. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an installation example of the security camera device according to the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example on the display screen. FIG. 9 is a block diagram showing an example of the hardware configuration of the security camera device according to the embodiment of the present invention.

A preferred embodiment of the security camera device according to the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

(Appearance configuration of security camera device)
First, the appearance configuration of the security camera device according to the embodiment of the present invention will be described. 1 to 4 are explanatory views showing an external configuration of a security camera device according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 1 shows a front view of the security camera device according to the embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 2 shows a rear view. FIG. 3 shows a perspective view from the front side of the security camera device according to the embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 shows a perspective view from the back side.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the security camera device 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention has a flat plate shape. Specifically, the security camera device 100 includes a housing 101 having a flat rectangular parallelepiped shape, and the housing 101 forms a flat plate shape. The security camera device 100 is installed with one surface (hereinafter referred to as “rear surface”) 101a of the flat plate-shaped housing 101 facing the inner wall surface side of the elevator cage (see FIG. 7). The security camera device 100 can be retrofitted in the basket.

In the housing 101 of the security camera device 100, a display screen 102 is provided on the surface opposite to the back surface 101a (hereinafter referred to as "front surface 101b"). The display screen 102 can be realized by, for example, a liquid crystal display (LCD: Liquid Crystal Display), an organic EL (Electro-luminescence) display, a 7-segment display, or the like.

Further, the front lens 103 is provided on the front 101b. The front lens 103 is provided so as to be located vertically below the display screen 102 when it is installed in the basket. The front lens 103, together with the front image sensor, constitutes a front camera (see reference numeral 903 in FIG. 9), which is a photographing means according to the present invention.

The front camera may include one or more lenses between the front lens 103 and the image sensor, a movable mechanism for moving at least one of the plurality of lenses along the optical axis direction, and the like. .. Specifically, the front camera is realized by an AF unit that focuses by a passive method such as contrast AF (AutoFocus) or phase difference AF.

Of the components of the front camera, at least the front lens 103 may be located vertically below the display screen 102, and depending on the shape of the housing 101 and the arrangement of the parts inside the housing 101, the front lens The components other than 103 do not necessarily have to be located below the display screen 102 in the vertical direction.

Further, a speaker 104 and a status display LED (Light Emitting Diode) 105 are provided on the front 101b. The speaker 104 vibrates the diaphragm by an electric signal which is an audio signal to generate sound. The speakers 104 are provided on the left and right sides of the display screen 102 (left and right sides when installed in the basket). The speaker 104 may be an output terminal that outputs an audio signal, or an external speaker may be connected to the output terminal to generate sound. The number of external speakers to be connected may be one or two or more.

The status display LED 105 indicates the operating state of the security camera device 100. Specifically, the status display LED 105 indicates, for example, a power ON / OFF state, a link-up state, the presence / absence of data transmission / reception, the presence / absence of an error, a warning calling attention, and the like. The status display LED 105 is composed of a plurality of LED lamps 105a. Each of the plurality of LED lamps 105a may emit light in a different color, or each of the plurality of LED lamps 105a may appropriately switch a plurality of colors to emit light. The status display LED 105 indicates the operating state of the security camera device 100 depending on whether or not each LED lamp 105a is lit and the emission color.

A power button 201 and an operation button 202 are provided on the back surface 101a. Each time the power button 201 is operated, the power of the security camera device 100 is switched ON / OFF. The operation button 202 is composed of a plurality of buttons 202a to 202f.

Specifically, the

buttons

202a and 202b accept, for example, an operation for adjusting the volume of the sound output from the speaker 104. The

buttons

202c and 202d accept, for example, an operation of selecting a desired operation menu from a plurality of operation menus displayed on the setting screen displayed on the display screen 102 when the security camera device 100 is activated. Button 202e accepts the decision of the selected operation menu.

The button 202e may be operated during the activation of the security camera device 100 to accept an operation of switching the display contents on the display screen 102. Specifically, by operating the button 202e while the security camera device 100 is activated, the display content such as an advertisement can be switched to the setting screen.

The button 202f is operated while the security camera device 100 is activated to accept the start of shooting. Whether to shoot with the front camera or the rear camera can be selected by operating the buttons 202a to 202e.

At least one of the power button 201 and the operation button 202 may be provided on the back surface 101a. Specifically, for example, the power button 201 may be provided on the back surface 101a, and the operation button 202 may be provided on the side surface (a surface other than the back surface 101a and the front surface 101b) or the front surface 101b of the housing 101. Further, the operation button 202 may be realized by stacking a touch panel on the display screen 102 and using soft keys reproduced by software by the touch panel and the image displayed on the display screen 102.

Further, the rear surface 101a is provided with a rear lid 203, a rear lens 204, a power switch 205 for a port, an external antenna mounting hole 206, a plurality of screw holes 207, an AC power connector 208, and an AC power cable fixing member 209. ing. The back lid 203 is detachably attached to the housing 101. The back lid 203 is fixed to the housing 101 using screws or the like.

As the screw for fixing the back lid 203 to the housing 101, it is preferable to use a special screw that cannot be operated with a general-purpose tool. Further, it is preferable that the back cover 203 is provided at a plurality of locations including at least two locations on both sides. The back cover 203 covers the ports and slots provided on the back 101a (both not shown) when attached to the housing 101.

The port is responsible for inputting / outputting data to / from the outside of the security camera device 100, and can be specifically realized by, for example, a USB Type-A port. A plurality of ports may be provided. When providing multiple ports, for example, one is used as an interface with an external device such as a remote monitoring device for an elevator, and the other is a USB memory that records (records) the image in the basket taken by the security camera function. It can be used as an interface with the storage device of. As a result, it is possible to record (record) the image in the basket while operating in cooperation with the external device. The slot accepts the insertion of an expansion board, a memory card, or the like, and can be specifically realized by, for example, a SIM card slot or a MicroSD card slot.

The back lid 203 is provided with a slit 203a. Thereby, while protecting the port and the connection between the port and the terminal, the cable (see reference numeral 502 in FIGS. 5 and 6) connecting the security camera device 100 and the external device via the port is externally connected from the slit 203a. Can be pulled out to. As a result, the degree of freedom of connection with the external device can be ensured.

The rear lens 204, together with the rear image sensor, constitutes a rear camera (see reference numeral 905 in FIG. 9). The rear camera is used to read the property code (not shown) attached to the elevator to be installed when the security camera device 100 is installed. The property code can be realized by, for example, a two-dimensional code attached to the inner wall surface of the elevator car. The two-dimensional code may be read by the rear camera only when the security camera device 100 is installed, or may be read periodically after the installation or when predetermined conditions are met.

Confirm that the security camera device 100 is installed in the proper position by reading the two-dimensional code with the rear camera when regular or predetermined conditions are met after the security camera device 100 is installed. It is possible to prevent the security camera device 100 from being taken out illegally.

The port power switch 205 switches the port power ON / OFF by being operated. As a result, power saving can be achieved by turning off the power when the port is not used. When the security camera device 100 includes a plurality of ports, a port power switch 205 may be provided for each port. As a result, the power can be switched on / off for each port, and further power saving can be achieved.

The external antenna mounting hole 206 is used for mounting an external antenna that is separate from the security camera device 100. Specifically, the external antenna mounting hole 206 can be realized by, for example, an F-type connector. The F-type connector is connected to a receiving circuit (not shown) inside the housing 101.

A screw for fixing the security camera device 100 to the inner wall surface of the basket is screwed into the screw hole 207. The security camera device 100 may be directly fixed to the inner wall surface of the basket by a screw, or may be fixed to the inner wall surface of the basket via a stay fixed to the inner wall surface of the basket. Good.

The AC power connector 208 has a power supply plug (see reference numeral 501 in FIGS. 5 and 6) that can be inserted and removed, and receives power supply by inserting the power supply plug connected to the power supply. The AC power connector 208 accepts the insertion of a power supply plug included in a device called an AC (Alternating Current) adapter or the like, which is provided with a device that extracts a predetermined DC power from an alternating current input from an AC power supply (commercial power supply). The AC power connector 208 realizes the power connector according to the present invention.

In the AC adapter, the power supply plug is connected to the AC power supply, and is connected to the main body composed of a transformer circuit, a rectifying circuit, a stabilized power supply circuit, etc. that take out a predetermined DC power from the AC power supply. By receiving power via the AC adapter, the security camera device 100 itself, which operates using a semiconductor element, can operate even if it is not equipped with a circuit that converts alternating current into direct current. As a result, the weight and cost of the security camera device 100 can be reduced. The security camera device 100 itself may include a circuit that converts alternating current into direct current. The AC adapter is not limited to the one that is normally connected to the AC power supply, and may include an outlet plug that receives power by being inserted into an outlet.

The AC power cable fixing member 209 is used to fix the position of the cable continuous with the power supply plug inserted (connected) to the AC power connector 208. Specifically, the AC power cable fixing member 209 has an arc shape in which both ends in the length direction are in contact with the back surface 101a, and a hole is formed by the arcuate inner peripheral surface and the back surface 101a.

At least one end of the AC power cable fixing member 209 in the length direction is fixed to the back surface 101a. The other end of the AC power cable fixing member 209 in the length direction may not be fixed to the back surface 101a or may be separated from the back surface 101a. The method of fixing the cable using the AC power cable fixing member 209 will be described later (see FIGS. 5 and 6).

Further, when the security camera device 100 is installed in the basket, another port (not shown) is provided at the lower part of the housing 101. Another port is responsible for inputting and outputting data to and from the outside of the security camera device 100, and specifically, for example, like the above port, it can be realized by a USB Type-A port. Another port is used, for example, when exporting the image data (recorded data of the security camera) taken by the security camera device 100 to the external device. By providing another port at the bottom of the housing 101, the image data can be exported to the external device without removing the security camera device 100 from the inner wall surface of the basket or the back cover 203 from the housing 101. Can be done.

The housing 101 may be provided with a cover 210 that covers another port. The cover 210 may be fixed to the housing 101 using screws or the like. As the screw for fixing the cover 210, it is preferable to use a special screw as well as the screw for fixing the back cover 203 described above. As a result, it is possible to prevent the image data from being illegally exported even when the port is provided in the lower part of the housing 101 in order to ensure good operability.

(Connected state of AC power connector 208 and power supply plug)
Next, the connection state between the AC power connector 208 and the power supply plug will be described. 5 and 6 are explanatory views showing a connection state between the AC power connector 208 and the power supply plug. As shown in FIGS. 5 and 6, the security camera device 100 can be powered and operated by inserting (connecting) a power supply plug 501 connected to the AC power supply into the AC power supply connector 208. ..

For the cable 502 connected to the power supply plug 501, for example, after inserting (connecting) the power supply plug 501 into the AC power connector 208, consideration is given to preventing disconnection of the cable 502 and preventing interference with surrounding members. Route it to any position. Then, after confirming that the routed cable 502 does not break and that the cable 502 does not interfere with surrounding members, the cable 502 is attached to the AC power cable 502 fixing member 209 using a binding band or the like. Fix it.

As a result, the positional relationship between the AC power connector 208 and the power supply plug 501 is fixed to some extent, the power supply plug 501 is suppressed from freely moving with respect to the AC power connector 208, and the elevator basket moves up and down. It is possible to prevent the power supply from being inadvertently stopped due to vibration or the like. Further, by fixing the position of the cable 502, it is possible to prevent mischief such as the cable 502 hanging down to spoil the aesthetic appearance or pulling the cable 502 to stop the power supply.

(Installation example of security camera device 100)
Next, an installation example of the security camera device 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an installation example of the security camera device 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 shows the inside of the elevator basket.

As shown in FIG. 7, the elevator car 701 is provided with a space for the occupant to ride inside, opens and closes the space and the outside, and is provided with a door 702 at the entrance / exit portion where the occupant enters and exits the basket 701. There is. On the inner wall surface of the basket 701, an operation panel 703 operated by an occupant on the basket 701 is provided. The operation panel 703 includes, for example, a group of operation buttons including a destination floor button, a door open / close button, an emergency button, and a display for displaying the floor on which the basket 701 is located. The operation panel 703 is an inner surface of the basket 701 and is provided on the same surface as the door 702.

In FIG. 7, the security camera device 100 is the same wall surface as the wall surface on which the door 702 and the operation panel 703 are provided, and is installed near the ceiling above the operation panel 703. This assumes that the occupants in the basket 701 generally stand facing the wall surface on the door 702 side.

That is, usually, after entering the basket 701, the occupant often stands facing the wall surface on the door 702 side, and by providing the security camera device 100 at such a position, the occupant in the basket 701 can display the display. The advertisement displayed on the screen 102 can be easily seen. As a result, a high advertising effect can be exhibited through the security camera device 100.

The security camera device 100 captures the facial expressions of the occupants with, for example, a front camera. By installing the security camera device 100 near the ceiling, the facial expressions of the occupants can be easily photographed by the front camera. In addition, the front camera can capture the facial expressions of the occupants when getting out of the basket 701.

Further, by installing the security camera device 100 near the ceiling, the occupant cannot easily touch the security camera device 100 even if he / she reaches out in a normal state. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the occupant from inadvertently touching, illegally operating, or destroying the security camera device 100.

Although not shown, the security camera device 100 may be provided on the wall surface (the wall surface on the back side of the basket 701) facing the wall surface on which the door 702 and the operation panel 703 are provided. By providing it on the wall surface on the back side of the basket 701, the occupant can see the security camera device 100 (display screen 102) when entering the basket 701.

Further, by providing the security camera device 100 on the wall surface on which the door 702 and the operation panel 703 are provided and the wall surface facing the wall surface (the wall surface on the back side of the basket 701), the occupant can be inside the basket 701. The security camera device 100 (display screen 102) can be seen when entering and exiting the basket 701.

Further, the security camera device 100 may be provided on the side wall surface instead of the upper side of the same wall surface as the wall surface on which the door 702 and the operation panel 703 are provided. In this case, it is preferable that the security camera device 100 is provided at an upper position close to the ceiling on the side wall surface of the basket 701. As described above, the security camera device 100 may be installed at any position above the upper end of the door 702 in the basket 701.

The security camera device 100 can be retrofitted after the elevator is installed. The security camera device 100 includes the size of the basket 701 (capacity), the height of the ceiling of the basket 701, the shape of the basket 701 (the floor is square or rectangular, etc.), the type of elevator (see-through type, with or without a mirror on the wall surface). ), The type of outer door (with or without windows), etc. can be taken into consideration when installing in the optimum position. Further, the security camera device 100 may be capable of freely changing its installation position after the security camera device 100 is installed.

The security camera device 100 can be installed, for example, by screwing it to the wall surface. By screwing the security camera device 100 to the wall surface, it is possible to reliably prevent the device from falling. The screwing may be applied not only to the wall surface but also to the ceiling of the basket 701 via a stay or the like. The security camera device 100 may be installed by a method other than screwing (for example, using a magnet or the like).

The basket 701 is provided with a plug socket 704 that accepts the insertion of the outlet plug included in the AC adapter. The plug socket 704 constitutes a wiring plug connector together with the outlet plug by inserting the outlet plug provided in the AC adapter. Specifically, for example, an A type plug socket widely used in Japan can be used.

The plug socket 704 is not limited to the A type. Specifically, for example, a B3 type or C type plug socket widely used in India or Indonesia may be used, or a BF type plug socket widely used in Hong Kong or the like may be used.

Alternatively, an SE type plug socket widely used in South Korea or the like may be used, or an O type plug socket widely used in Taiwan or the like may be used. In countries and regions where multiple types of plug sockets are widespread, such as China, elevators are installed from various types such as A type, B type, C type, B3 type, BF type, SE type, and O type. It is preferable to use any type of plug socket according to the area where it is used.

The plug socket 704 is electrically connected to the electric circuit of the board housed in the box on the basket. As a result, power can be supplied to the security camera device 100 via the plug socket 704 and the AC adapter. The plug socket 704 is not limited to the one directly connected to the terminal of the electric circuit of the board housed in the box on the basket, and may be connected to the power line connected to the terminal. When connecting the plug socket 704 to such a power line, a branching connector can be provided on the power line, and the plug socket 704 can be connected to the connector.

In the conventional technique described in Patent Document 1 described above, in order to display an image in an information processing device for a long period of time, constant power supply to the information processing device is indispensable. When connecting the power supply cable 502, it is necessary to make a hole in the basket 701 for passing the power supply cable 502, which causes a problem that the work is complicated and takes time.

Further, when a hole for passing the power supply cable 502 is made in the basket 701, when the security camera device 100 installed in the basket 701 is removed after the elevator is installed, the basket 701 is used to pass the cable 502. In order to avoid problems such as spoiling the aesthetic appearance due to the exposed holes, it is necessary to carry out repair work to close the holes. For this reason, there is a problem that the work is complicated and takes a long time, the time when the elevator cannot be used becomes long, and the convenience of the user is inferior.

On the other hand, in the elevator shown in FIG. 7, since the basket 701 is provided with the plug socket 704, the security camera device 100 does not have to make a separate hole for inserting the power supply cable 502 into the basket 701. Can be powered. As a result, the security camera device 100 can be easily and quickly installed without imposing a burden on the operator, and can be always operated without being stopped due to insufficient power. Further, even when an advertisement or the like is displayed on the display screen, it can be operated stably without being stopped due to insufficient power. In addition, the work time required for installing the security camera device 100 can be shortened, and the burden on elevator users and workers can be reduced.

Further, since the basket 701 is provided with the plug socket 704, it is not necessary to backfill the through hole for inserting the power supply cable 502 into the basket 701, and the burden on the operator for the removal work is reduced. be able to. Further, it is possible to secure the aesthetic appearance in the basket 701 after the security camera device 100 is removed.

When the plug socket 704 is exposed in the basket 701, it is preferable that the plug socket 704 is arranged at a high position in the basket 701 as shown in FIG. 7. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7, the plug socket 704 is preferably provided on the side surface or the ceiling surface of the basket 701. By arranging the plug socket 704 exposed in the basket 701 at a high position in the basket 701 in this way, it is possible to prevent water droplets flying from the umbrella or clothes from adhering in rainy weather, and it is possible to prevent electric power theft or children. It can make mischief less likely.

One plug socket 704 may be provided in one basket 701, or a plurality of plug sockets 704 may be provided in one basket 701. When a plurality of plug sockets 704 are provided in one basket 701, the plurality of plug sockets 704 may be arranged side by side or dispersed in a plurality of places. The plug socket 704 may be arranged, for example, so that the plug socket 704 is located on the same surface as the inner wall surface (ceiling surface) of the basket 701.

Further, the basket 701 may be provided with a plug seat, which is not shown, instead of the plug socket 704. The plug seat has a function of supplying power supplied from an electric circuit housed in a box on a basket (not shown) to the security camera device 100 connected to the plug seat. Specifically, for example, by using a resectorable provided with wiring for supplying power, it is possible to supply power to an electric device connected to the plug seat. The resectorable may include wiring for signal transmission in addition to wiring for power supply.

The resectorable that realizes the plug seat is preferably realized by a hot plug that can be inserted and removed during the operation of the security camera device 100 connected to the resectorable. The resectorable that realizes the plug seat may further supply power to the security camera device 100 via a control circuit (not shown).

Further, the plug seat may be realized by, for example, a USB connector. The USB connector as a resectorable that realizes the plug seat can be realized by resectorable of various known USB connectors such as a USB Type-A connector, a Micro USB connector, a Micro USB Type-B connector, and a USB Type-C connector. Can be done.

Further, the resectorable that realizes the plug seat is not limited to the USB interface connector (resectorable), for example, an IEEE 1394 connector, a PS / 2 connector, a D-Sub connector, a DIN connector, a coaxial connector, and various other known connectors. It may be realized by the connector for communication of.

One resectorable that realizes the plug seat may be provided in one basket 701, or a plurality of resectors may be provided in one basket 701. When a resectorable that realizes a plurality of plug seats is provided in one basket 701, the number of types of communication I / F connectors may be one type or a plurality of types.

The resectorable that realizes the plug seat can be arranged, for example, so that the end of the resectorable is located on the same surface as the inner wall surface of the basket 701. Further, the resectorable that realizes the plug seat may, for example, have the end portion of the resectorable protruding from the inner wall surface of the basket 701 to the inside of the basket 701, and is arranged at a position recessed from the inner wall surface of the basket 701. May be good.

(Appearance of security camera device 100)
Next, the appearance of the security camera device 100 will be described. FIG. 8 is an explanatory view showing an example of the appearance of the security camera device 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 8, the display screen 102 of the security camera device 100 forms a long rectangle in the lateral direction and is surrounded by the housing 101.

The display screen 102 may be displayed from a plurality of areas (four in this embodiment) such as a security camera image display area 801, a management information display area 802, various information display areas 803, and an advertisement display area (advertisement area) 804. It may be configured. In this way, by dividing the display into four areas and displaying the information, various information can be efficiently transmitted to the occupants.

A security camera image display area 801, a management information display area 802, and various information display areas 803 are provided in an inverted "L" shape from the upper side to the right side so as to surround the rectangular advertisement display area 804 on the lower left side of the display screen 102. Has been done. The security camera image display area 801 is provided on the left side, and subsequently, the management information display area 802 is provided horizontally. In the security camera image display area 801, the image taken by the front camera may be displayed in real time.

Also, in this management information display area 802, if the message is long, the message is displayed so as to flow from the right side to the left side. The management information display area 802 is provided on the upper side of the display screen 102 so that the upper side of the display screen 102 is easily visible to the occupant, and therefore relatively important management information can be reliably transmitted to the occupant.

In addition, various information display areas 803 are provided vertically on the right side surface to display various information to be notified to elevator occupants, such as weather forecasts, traffic information, and news as shown in FIG. In the various information display areas 803, when displaying a large amount of information, it may be displayed so as to flow from the lower side to the upper side. Specifically, for example, when displaying the weather forecast for each region, the information for the new region may be displayed sequentially from the bottom, and the information for the old region may be moved upward and then deleted. On the contrary, it may be displayed so as to flow from the upper side to the lower side. Further, it may be displayed so as to flow to either the left or right. As described above, in the various information display areas 803, the display form can be changed depending on the content of the information to be displayed.

There may not be a clear boundary between the management information display area 802 and the various information display areas 803. Thereby, the management information display area 802 can be lengthened to the right side, and various information display areas 803 can be lengthened to the upper side according to the display situation. Further, depending on the information to be displayed, the management information display area 802 and various information display areas 803 can be used as a series.

By laying out the display screen 102 in this way, it is possible to display the advertisement information and at the same time convey other information to the occupant. The display screen 102 usually has a layout as shown in FIG. 8, but this layout may be changed depending on the situation. For example, in the event of an emergency such as an elevator failure, the advertising area may be erased to display the required information. Further, as an advertisement display effect, the entire surface of the display screen 102 may be used as an advertisement display.

(Hardware configuration of security camera device 100)
Next, the hardware configuration of the security camera device 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 9 is a block diagram showing an example of the hardware configuration of the security camera device 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 9, the security camera device 100 includes a CPU 901, a memory 902, a front camera 903, a rear camera 904, a communication interface (I / F) 905, a display screen (display) 102, and a speaker 104. A microphone 906, a vibration sensor 907, an illuminance sensor 908, a power button 201, and an operation button 202 are provided. Each

component

102, 104, 201, 202, 901 to 908 is connected by a bus 900.

The CPU 901 controls the entire device of the security camera device 100 by executing the program stored in the memory 902. The memory 902 can store various information including a program executed by the CPU 901. Further, the memory 902 may store advertisement information displayed on the display screen 102, image data captured by the front camera 903 and the rear camera 904, information regarding the date and time of capture, and the like. The memory 902 may be an IC memory, an SSD (Solid State Drive), or the like, in addition to the hard disk memory.

Further, the memory 902 may be a memory card that can be attached to and detached from the security camera device 100 via a card slot provided in the security camera device 100. The function of the memory card can be realized by an IC card such as an SD (Secure Digital) memory card. The memory card may realize its function by an external hard disk, a USB memory, an SSD, or the like.

The front camera 903 includes a front image sensor, and acquires image information (photographed data) by converting the light received by the front image sensor through the front lens 103 into an electric signal. The front camera 903 may capture a still image or may capture a moving image. The moving image includes a continuous reproduction of still images taken at predetermined time intervals. The image information may be compressed by a standard of a predetermined video / audio data compression method (for example, MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group) or the like).

The rear camera 904 includes a rear image sensor, and acquires image information (photographed data) by converting the light received by the rear image sensor through the rear lens 204 into an electric signal. The rear camera 904 captures, for example, a still image. Similar to the front camera 903, the image information may be compressed by a standard of a predetermined video / audio data compression method (for example, MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group) or the like).

The communication I / F905 is an interface for connecting the security camera device 100 and a network N such as the Internet through a communication line, controls the interface between the network N and the inside of the security camera device 100, and inputs data from an external device. And control the output of data to external devices.

The CPU 901 may control the communication I / F 905 to acquire advertisement information from an advertisement distribution server or an advertiser's information terminal device (not shown) via the network N. Further, the CPU 901 may control the communication I / F905 to receive advertisement information from an information terminal device such as a smartphone carried by an elevator occupant.

Communication I / F905 is, for example, a wireless interface using Wi-Fi (registered trademark). Further, the communication I / F905 may be a wireless communication interface such as a mobile phone line (for example, LTE (Long Term Evolution), PHS (Personal Handy-phone System)), or a wired communication such as a modem or a LAN adapter. The interface of the above can be adopted. Further, the elevator may be connected to a network provided for remote monitoring or the like, and information may be transmitted / received via the network. Further, the communication I / F905 may be realized by, for example, a USB interface.

The display screen 102 is driven and controlled by the CPU 901 to display an advertisement or the like. The display screen 102 may display elevator management information such as a maintenance schedule. The management information is appropriately transmitted to the security camera device 100 by, for example, the administrator of the security camera device 100. The advertisement information and the management information may include information indicating a period (display start date and time, display end date and time, etc.) to be displayed on the display screen 102.

The speaker 104 vibrates the diaphragm with an electric signal which is an audio signal to generate sound. Further, the speaker 104 may be an output terminal that outputs an audio signal, and an external speaker 104 may be connected to the output terminal to generate sound.

The microphone 906 collects the sound in the basket 701. The vibration sensor 907 detects the vibration of the basket 701. The vibration sensor 907 can be realized by, for example, an acceleration sensor or the like. The illuminance sensor 908 detects the illuminance (brightness) in the basket 701. The illuminance sensor 908 can be realized by using, for example, a phototransistor or a photodiode.

Each time the power button 201 or the operation button 202 receives an operation, the power button 201 or the operation button 202 outputs a signal corresponding to the received button to the CPU 901. The CPU 901 drives and controls each unit based on the signals output from the power button 201 and the operation button 202 to switch the power ON / OFF, adjust the volume of the sound output from the speaker 104, and display the display screen. The display content in 102 is switched.

In addition, although not shown, the security camera device 100 may include a memory card I / F, an input / output device, a power supply control unit, a GPS receiver, and the like. The memory card I / F is an interface connected to the security camera device 100 via the card slot. The memory card I / F controls the internal interface between the memory card and controls the input of data from the memory card and the output of data to the memory card.

The input / output device can be realized by, for example, a key or a button for inputting characters, numbers, various instructions, and the like. Further, the input / output device may be realized by a microphone, a display (touch panel), a connection terminal to which another information processing device can be connected, or the like.

The power supply control unit can be realized by, for example, a voltage adjusting unit (power supply IC or the like) that adjusts the voltage of the AC power supply supplied via the cable 502. Alternatively, the power supply control unit may be, for example, a transformer circuit, a rectifying circuit, or a stabilized power supply that extracts a predetermined DC power from an outlet plug, a cable connected to the outlet plug, and an AC power supply supplied via the outlet plug. It may be configured by a circuit or the like. Further, the security camera device 100 may further include a battery such as a lithium battery.

The GPS receiver receives radio waves from three or five GPS satellites, receives radio waves from GPS satellites, and outputs GPS positioning data in order to obtain a geometrical position with the GPS satellites. The GPS receiver can grasp the current position of the security camera device 100.

As described above, the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention is a security camera device 100 which has a flat plate shape and is retrofitted with the back surface 101a facing the inner wall surface side of the elevator cage 701. A front camera 903 provided on the front 101b to photograph the inside of the basket 701, and an AC power connector 208 to which a power supply plug 501 for supplying power used for driving the own device including the front camera 903 can be inserted and removed. It is characterized by being prepared.

According to the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention, when the security camera device 100 is installed in the basket 701, the security camera device 100 is in a state where the power supply plug 501 is pulled out from the power connector. The security camera device 100 can be easily and quickly installed in the basket 701. As a result, it is possible to reduce the burden on the worker who installs the security camera device 100 and the work time required for the installation work, so that the burden on the worker can be reduced.

Then, after the position of the security camera device 100 in the basket 701 is determined, the power supply plug 501 is inserted into the AC power connector 208 to stabilize the security camera device 100, which needs to be always activated. Can be powered. As a result, it is possible to eliminate a situation in which shooting is not possible due to insufficient power, to reliably shoot the inside of the basket 701, and to contribute to ensuring the safety of the occupants.

Further, according to the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention, the time when the elevator cannot be used for work can be shortened by shortening the work time. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the convenience of the elevator user and ensure the convenience of the user.

As described above, according to the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention, it can be easily and quickly installed in the basket 701 without deteriorating the convenience of the elevator user, and the safety of the occupant. It can contribute to securing.

Further, the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention is characterized in that the AC power connector 208 is provided on the back surface 101a.

According to the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention, it is possible to make it difficult for the occupant to see the AC power connector 208 when the security camera is installed in the basket 701. As a result, it is possible to prevent the power supply from being stopped due to mischief of the occupant, to reliably photograph the inside of the basket 701, and to contribute to ensuring the safety of the occupant.

Further, if the AC power connector 208 is provided on the side surface of the housing 101, there is a concern that the AC power connector 208 will be easily visible to the occupants and promote mischief. By making it difficult to see, it is possible to surely prevent the power supply from being stopped due to mischief of the occupant, and to secure the aesthetic appearance in the basket 701.

Further, the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention is characterized in that at least one of the power button 201 and the operation button 202 is provided on the back surface 101a.

According to the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention, when the security camera is installed in the basket 701, it is difficult for the occupant to see the operation unit related to the operation of the security camera device 100 such as the power button 201 and the operation button 202. can do. As a result, it is possible to prevent the security camera device 100 from not operating normally due to mischief of the occupant, to reliably photograph the inside of the basket 701, and to contribute to ensuring the safety of the occupant.

Further, if an operation unit related to the operation of the security camera device 100 such as a power button 201 or an operation button 202 is provided on the side surface of the housing 101, the operation unit is easily visible to the occupant, which may facilitate mischief. Although there is concern, by making it difficult for the occupant to see the operation unit, it is possible to reliably prevent the security camera device 100 from malfunctioning due to mischief of the occupant or the like.

Further, the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention is characterized in that a display screen 102 for displaying an image or a moving image is provided on the front surface 101b.

According to the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention, it can be realized by a general-purpose tablet terminal device without separately developing and manufacturing a device dedicated to the elevator. Then, by displaying an image or video that attracts the attention of the occupant on the display screen 102, it is possible to make it easier for the occupant's face to face the security camera device 100. As a result, it is possible to reliably photograph the occupant and contribute to ensuring the safety of the occupant.

Further, in the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention, when the front camera 903 (at least the front lens 103 constituting the front camera 903) is installed in the basket 701, the security camera device 100 is vertically below the display screen 102. The feature is that it is provided so as to be located on the side.

According to the security camera device 100 of the embodiment according to the present invention, since the front camera 903 (at least the front lens 103 constituting the front camera 903) is located below the display screen 102 in the vertical direction, the front camera The angle of view (shooting range) of the 903 can be easily adjusted. As a result, the inside of the basket 701 can be reliably photographed without being influenced by the shape and size of the basket 701, which can contribute to ensuring the safety of the occupants.

As described above, the security camera device according to the present invention is useful for a security camera device that photographs the inside of a basket for the purpose of crime prevention, and in particular, a security camera device that can further improve the safety of occupants. Are suitable.

100 Security camera device 101 Housing 101a Rear 101b Front 102 Display screen 103 Front lens 104 Speaker 105 Status display LED
105a LED lamp 201 Power button 202 Operation button 203 Rear lid 204 Rear camera 205 Port power switch 206 External antenna mounting hole 207 Screw hole 208 AC power connector 209 AC power cable fixing member 210 Cover 701 (elevator) basket 702 (basket) ) Door 703 Operation panel 704 Plug socket 901 CPU
902 Memory 903 Front camera 904 Rear camera 905 Communication I / F
906 Microphone 907 Vibration sensor 908 Illuminance sensor

Claims

It is a security camera device that has a flat plate shape and is retrofitted with one side of the flat plate (hereinafter referred to as the "back surface") facing the inner wall side of the elevator car.
A photographing means provided on the surface opposite to the back surface (hereinafter referred to as "front surface") to photograph the inside of the basket, and
A power connector capable of inserting and removing a power supply plug that supplies power to drive the own device including the photographing means, and
A security camera device characterized by being equipped with.
The security camera device according to claim 1, wherein the power connector is provided on the back surface.
The security camera device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein at least one of a power button and an operation button is provided on the back surface.
The security camera device according to claim 1, wherein a display screen for displaying an image or a video is provided on the front surface.
The security camera device according to claim 4, wherein the photographing means is provided so as to be located vertically below the display screen in a state of being installed in the basket.