WO2008056503A1 - Door phone system - Google Patents
Door phone system Download PDFInfo
- Publication number
- WO2008056503A1 WO2008056503A1 PCT/JP2007/069834 JP2007069834W WO2008056503A1 WO 2008056503 A1 WO2008056503 A1 WO 2008056503A1 JP 2007069834 W JP2007069834 W JP 2007069834W WO 2008056503 A1 WO2008056503 A1 WO 2008056503A1
- Authority
- WO
- WIPO (PCT)
- Prior art keywords
- unit
- repeater
- communication
- phone system
- door phone
- Prior art date
Links
Classifications
-
- H—ELECTRICITY
- H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
- H04M—TELEPHONIC COMMUNICATION
- H04M11/00—Telephonic communication systems specially adapted for combination with other electrical systems
- H04M11/02—Telephonic communication systems specially adapted for combination with other electrical systems with bell or annunciator systems
- H04M11/025—Door telephones
Definitions
- the present invention relates to a door phone system.
- the door phone system used as a means for knowing that a visitor has visited has been utilized.
- the door phone system is composed of an outdoor slave unit, an indoor slave unit, and a relay master unit.
- the outdoor slave unit is connected to one relay master unit, and the relay master unit is connected to the indoor slave unit via a wire. .
- the relay master unit is provided with a display unit and a call unit, and the user can interact while watching the video of a visitor near the outdoor slave unit via the relay master unit.
- the present invention improves the convenience of an indoor unit and allows the user to interact with a visitor existing near the outdoor unit while watching a smooth moving image through the indoor unit.
- the purpose is to provide a door phone system.
- the door phone system according to claim 1 according to the present invention is provided.
- An outdoor unit installed outdoors, a first display unit that displays an image transmitted from the outdoor unit, and a first call unit that can make a call with the outdoor unit.
- An indoor unit that can be carried indoors, and a relay unit that is installed indoors and relays communication between the outdoor unit and the indoor unit. Wireless LAN communication is performed with the indoor unit.
- the door phone system according to claim 2 according to the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein the relay device stores at least the video transmitted from the outdoor unit.
- a recording unit is provided.
- the door phone system according to claim 3 is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein the relay device stores at least the video transmitted from the outdoor unit. It is equipped with a recording unit that is an external member and a detachable recording unit mounting unit.
- the door phone system according to claim 4 is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein the relay device is in a state in which communication with the indoor unit is communicable.
- a determination unit that can determine whether or not there is a communication unit, and when communication with the indoor unit is in a communication disabled state, a notification unit that indicates the communication disabled state, I have.
- the door phone system according to claim 5 of the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 4, wherein the relay unit is a second call unit capable of calling with the outdoor unit. Is also provided.
- the door phone system according to claim 6 of the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 5, wherein the relay device displays the video transmitted from the outdoor unit.
- a second display unit that can be further provided.
- the door phone system according to claim 7 of the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein the relay device has a router function.
- the door phone system according to claim 8 of the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein at least two or more relay devices are provided.
- a door phone system includes a display unit and a communication unit, and includes a portable indoor unit and a relay unit that relays communication between the outdoor unit and the indoor unit. I have.
- the repeater also performs wireless LAN communication with indoor units.
- repeaters and indoor units are connected by wireless LAN communication that allows high-speed data transmission. Therefore, the user can interact with a visitor in the vicinity of the outdoor unit while visually recognizing the video captured by the outdoor unit as a smooth video on the display unit.
- the repeater includes a recording unit capable of storing an image transmitted from the outdoor unit.
- the repeater includes a recording unit which is an external member and a detachable recording unit mounting unit.
- the repeater it is possible to record important video captured by the outdoor unit.
- the repeater has a storage unit
- the portable indoor unit does not need to have a storage unit, so the indoor unit can be downsized.
- the repeater includes a determination unit capable of determining whether communication with the indoor unit is in a communicable state, an indoor unit, When communication with a device is in a communication impossible state, a notification unit indicating that the communication is impossible is provided.
- the user can easily determine whether or not predetermined communication can be performed using the indoor unit.
- the repeater can display a communication unit capable of communicating with the outdoor unit and a video transmitted from the outdoor unit. In addition, it has a part.
- the user when communication using an indoor unit is impossible, the user can make a call with a visitor existing near the outdoor unit using the relay unit.
- the repeater also includes a display unit, the user can interact with the visitor while viewing the video captured by the outdoor unit via the repeater.
- the repeater has a router function. Therefore, each communication module belonging to the door phone system (relay machine, outdoor Can be connected to an external network.
- FIG. 1 is a diagram showing a configuration of a door phone system.
- FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a configuration of a door phone system including a plurality of repeaters.
- the repeater 10 functions as a wireless LAN access point, and the repeater
- the door phone system 100 includes a repeater 10, an indoor unit 20, and an outdoor unit 30.
- the indoor unit 20 is a portable communication module installed in a house.
- the indoor unit 20 can transmit and receive moving image data (hereinafter simply referred to as video data) and / or audio data with the outdoor unit 30 described later.
- the indoor unit 20 is used for the purpose of communication / calling with a visitor near the entrance unit 30a, which will be described later, and the purpose of visually recognizing images transmitted from the entrance unit 30a and the outdoor surveillance camera 30b. Is done. Therefore, although not shown in FIG. 1, the indoor unit 20 can communicate with the outdoor unit 30 and a display unit (which can be grasped as the first display unit) that displays an image transmitted by the outdoor unit 30. There is a call section (a voice input section that can be understood as the first call section) that can be used.
- the display unit of the indoor unit 20 is photographed by the outdoor surveillance camera 30b or the entrance unit 30a.
- the displayed video is displayed as a moving image.
- the number of indoor units 20 is not limited to the number shown in FIG. 1, and as shown in FIG. .
- the outdoor unit 30 is a communication module installed outside the house.
- Examples of the outdoor unit 30 include an entrance unit 30a and an outdoor surveillance camera 30b.
- the entrance machine 30a is usually installed near the entrance and has a chime function.
- the entrance machine 30a has a built-in camera (not shown) so that visitors can be photographed. The photographed video is transmitted to the repeater 10.
- the entrance unit 30a is provided with a call unit (voice input / output unit, not shown). Therefore, by using the entrance unit 30a, the visitor uses the portable indoor unit 20 or the fixed type repeater 10) when the repeater 10 has a call part. You can make calls with indoor users.
- the entrance machine 30a has a built-in camera (not shown), and the indoor unit 10 and the like are provided with a display, so that the user can visually recognize the visitor as described above. I can talk.
- the outdoor monitoring camera 30b can capture an image of a predetermined place outside the house.
- the photographed video is transmitted to the repeater 10.
- the number of outdoor units 30 is not limited to the number shown in FIG. 1, and as shown in FIG. .
- the repeater 10 is fixedly installed in the house, and is a device (communication module) that relays communication between the indoor unit 20 and the outdoor unit 30 and relays communication between the indoor units 20 .
- the fixed repeater 10 is always supplied with power from an outlet or the like.
- relay device 10 functions as a wireless LAN access point.
- Wireless LAN communication is performed between 0 and the repeater 10.
- communication is performed between the indoor units 20, communication is performed via a wireless LAN via the relay unit 10.
- connection between the repeater 10 and the front door 30a is wired (for example, two-wire). You may connect wirelessly.
- the connection between the repeater 10 and the outdoor surveillance camera 30b is wireless, but may be connected by wire.
- the communication between the repeater 10 and the indoor unit 20 is the power S that is wireless LAN communication, and the communication connection between the repeater 10 and the outdoor unit 30 can be arbitrarily selected.
- the wireless / wired protocol and the wireless protocol are appropriately changed according to cost performance (communication module function, construction cost, etc.). For example, when the existing 2-wire equipment is used effectively, the connection between the outdoor unit 30 and the repeater 10 is wired. Furthermore, when there is a problem in radio communication between indoors and outdoors, and when simplification of the outdoor unit 30 is requested, it is possible to select a wired connection. On the other hand, when infrastructure construction such as wiring is difficult, wireless can be selected. In addition, an appropriate communication protocol can be selected according to the type of data frequently transmitted between the outdoor unit 30 and the repeater 10, the equipment cost, and the like.
- the door phone system according to the present embodiment operates as follows.
- An outdoor surveillance camera 30b captures an image of a visitor visiting. Then, the outdoor monitoring power mela 30b transmits the captured moving image to the relay device 10 as video data.
- the relay unit 10 transmits the video data received through wireless LAN communication to the portable indoor unit 20. Thereby, the user who is indoors can visually recognize the moving image captured by the outdoor monitoring camera 30b on the display unit of the indoor unit 20 (which can be grasped as the first display unit).
- the portable indoor unit 20 is notified of the visit via the repeater 10 by wireless LAN communication.
- the user can interact with a visitor in the vicinity of the entrance 30a via the communication unit of the indoor unit 20 (which can be grasped as the first call unit).
- the video image of the visitor and the voice of the visitor captured by the entrance machine 30a are transmitted to the relay device 10 as video data and audio data.
- the repeater 10 transmits the video data and the like to the indoor unit 20 by wireless LAN communication.
- the voice of the visitor is output from the calling unit of the indoor unit 20 and the moving image of the visitor is displayed on the display unit of the indoor unit 20.
- the user's voice input from the notification unit of the indoor unit 20 is transmitted as voice data to the repeater 10 by wireless LAN communication. Sent from the repeater 10 to the front door 30a. As a result, the user's voice is output from the calling unit of the front door 30a.
- the communication is performed by wireless LAN communication via the relay unit 10 as described above.
- the communication is performed by wireless LAN communication via the relay unit 10 as described above.
- a dialogue between a user operating one indoor unit 20 and another user operating the other indoor unit 20 occurs. it can.
- the indoor unit 20 is portable. Therefore, the convenience of the indoor unit 20 can be improved.
- the repeater 10 functions as a wireless LAN access point, and the communication between the repeater 10 and the indoor unit 20 is wireless LAN communication capable of high-speed data transmission. is there.
- the moving image captured by the outdoor unit 30 can be displayed smoothly on the display unit of the indoor unit 20, and the user can view the smooth video and the user through the indoor unit 20 through the entrance. You can make a call with a visitor near the machine 30a.
- the moving image captured by the outdoor unit 30 is On the display unit of the indoor unit 20, it is displayed in small pieces. This is because the transmission speed between the repeater indoor unit is slow.
- repeater 10 and indoor unit 20 are connected by a wireless LAN (about 100 Mbps) having a high transmission rate. Therefore, the video imaged by the outdoor unit 30 can be reproduced (displayed) as a smooth moving image on the display unit of the indoor unit 20.
- the indoor unit 20 when the indoor unit 20 has a display unit, smooth video playback and voice interaction with the visitor are performed on the display unit. it can.
- the indoor unit 20 is a portable portable type. In other words, communication with the outdoor unit 30 is sufficient if the indoor unit 20 is available.
- the user does not need to communicate / call with the outdoor unit 30 using the repeater 10 (in other words, the repeater 10 does not need to include a display or a call unit).
- the repeater 10 does not need to include a display or a call unit.
- the joint machine 10 does not need to be installed in a conspicuous place. For example, it can be installed in a hidden place in the room with the force S.
- the door phone system according to the present embodiment is characterized in that another function is added to repeater 10 that functions as a wireless LAN access point.
- the repeater 10 may include a recording unit.
- the entrance machine 30a In the recording section, the entrance machine 30a
- the video data captured and transmitted by the outdoor monitoring camera 30b is recorded. Note that audio data transmitted and received between the indoor unit 20 and the entrance unit 30a may be recorded in the recording unit.
- the repeater 10 that includes the recording unit in the relay unit 10 may include a recording unit attachment unit.
- the recording unit mounting portion is provided with a recording unit, which is an external member, attached or removed by itself.
- video data captured by the entrance unit 30a and the outdoor surveillance camera 30b and audio data transmitted and received between the indoor unit 20 and the entrance unit 30a are stored in the external recording unit. To be recorded.
- the repeater 10 includes the recording unit or the recording unit attaching unit, it is possible to record important video data and audio data in the repeater 10.
- the relay device 10 has a storage unit
- the portable indoor unit 20 does not need to have a storage unit, so the indoor unit 20 can be downsized.
- a configuration in which the portable indoor unit 20 is provided with a recording unit is also conceivable.
- the portable indoor unit 20 normally operates on a battery, so there is a possibility that valuable data can be stored due to the battery running out.
- the repeater 10 can be fixedly installed so that power is always supplied from an outlet or the like. Therefore, by providing a storage unit or the like in the relay device 10 as described above, valuable data such as video data can be stored in the relay device 10 at any time.
- the relay device 10 may include a determination unit and a notification unit.
- the determination unit determines whether communication with the indoor unit 20 is in a communicable state at all times or regularly.
- the notification unit notifies that fact. For example, when the battery of the indoor unit 20 is exhausted or when wireless LAN communication between the indoor unit 20 and the relay unit 10 cannot be performed normally due to external noise, the determination unit in the relay unit 10 Determines that communication with the indoor unit 20 is impossible.
- the notification unit notifies the determination result to the outside.
- the notification method light lighting or flashing
- voice notification character notification on the display unit, or the like can be employed.
- the repeater 10 determines whether or not wireless LAN communication with the indoor unit 20 is possible, and if not, operates the notification unit. Therefore, the user can easily determine whether or not the predetermined communication can be performed using the indoor unit 20 by checking the notification unit.
- the repeater 10 has a communication unit that can communicate with the outdoor unit 30 (specifically, the entrance unit 30a) (can be grasped as the second call unit), Also, the outdoor unit 30 (the entrance unit 30a, the outdoor surveillance camera 30b) is equipped with a display unit (which can be grasped as a second display unit) that can display an image captured by the outdoor unit 30a.
- the repeater 10 includes the call unit and the display unit, so that, for example, as described above, the notification unit is in a state where wireless LAN communication between the repeater 10 and the indoor unit 20 is impossible.
- the user is aware of this, and can use the repeater 10 to interact with visitors and monitor outdoor conditions (that is, the user can use the repeater 10). Can perform predetermined communication).
- the repeater 10 that functions as a wireless LAN access point can also function as a bridge (switching node). In other words, it analyzes video data and audio data sent from a predetermined communication module (indoor unit 20 or outdoor unit 30), detects the destination, and transmits each piece of data only to other communication modules.
- the repeater 10 may be configured.
- the bridge switching knob
- the relay device 10 can also function as a norator. Specifically, the relay device 10 can be connected to another external network different from the door phone system 100 shown in FIG. Further, the repeater 10 can perform routing for determining a priority route between different networks. Also, the repeater 10 can be May have a function of preventing a signal including a signal from entering the internal network. Note that the definition of the router function is well known, and thus detailed description thereof is omitted here.
- relay device 10 since relay device 10 has a router function, it is possible to connect to another external network different from the network in which door phone system 100 shown in FIG. 1 is formed. For example, by accessing the repeater 10 using a mobile phone from outside, it is possible to communicate with the outdoor unit 30 and the indoor unit 20 as well as the repeater 10 using the mobile phone.
- each of the above embodiments only one repeater 10 is provided in one door phone system 100.
- a plurality of repeaters 10 may be provided in one door phone system 200.
- the communication modules 10, 20, and 30 are connected by wireless LAN (shown by dotted lines).
- each indoor unit 20 and each outdoor unit 30 can perform communication via any relay unit 10 according to the contents set in the relay unit 10.
- repeaters 10A and 10B installed at positions closest to the own device may be used as a relay device.
- the outdoor monitoring camera 30b accesses the repeater 10B installed at a location closest to the installation position of the outdoor monitoring camera 30b.
- the indoor unit 20A accesses the repeater 10A installed at a location closest to the installation position of the indoor unit 20A.
- communication between the relay unit 10A and the relay unit 10B is also performed.
- the communication distance between the communication modules 20 and 30 in the door phone system 200 is dramatically increased. Can be improved. That is, the communicable distance in the door phone system 200 can be expanded.
- connection between the repeater 10A and the repeater 10B is wireless. However, since the repeaters 10A and 10B are fixed, they may be connected by wire.
- indoor unit 20 is installed (placed) indoors.
- the indoor unit 20 is not only used indoors, but also wirelessly connected to the repeater 10.
- the indoor unit 20 can also be used outdoors as long as AN communication is possible.
- the user can respond to the visitor while viewing the moving image of the visitor existing near the entrance 30a using the indoor unit 20 from the outside.
Landscapes
- Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
- Signal Processing (AREA)
- Interconnected Communication Systems, Intercoms, And Interphones (AREA)
- Closed-Circuit Television Systems (AREA)
Abstract
A door phone system that has an indoor unit with improved convenience and with which, while viewing a smooth video, a user can conduct dialog through the indoor unit with a visitor present near an outdoor unit. The door phone system (100) has the outdoor unit (30), the indoor unit (20), and a relay unit (10). The outdoor unit (30) is placed outdoors. The indoor unit (20) has a display section and a voice communication section. Also, the indoor unit (20) is placed indoors and is portable. The relay unit (10) is placed indoors and relays communications between the outdoor unit (30) and the indoor unit (20). The relay unit (10) performs wireless communications with the indoor unit (20).
Description
明 細 書 技術分野 Technical field
[0001] この発明は、ドアホンシステムに係る発明である。 [0001] The present invention relates to a door phone system.
背景技術 Background art
[0002] 従来より、訪問者が訪問したことを知る手段として使用されるドアホンシステムが活 用されている。当該ドアホンシステムでは、屋外子機、屋内子機、および中継親機と で構成されており、屋外子機一中継親機間、および中継親機 屋内子機間とは有 線で接続されている。 Conventionally, a door phone system used as a means for knowing that a visitor has visited has been utilized. The door phone system is composed of an outdoor slave unit, an indoor slave unit, and a relay master unit. The outdoor slave unit is connected to one relay master unit, and the relay master unit is connected to the indoor slave unit via a wire. .
[0003] 当該ドアホンシステムにおいて、訪問者が屋外子機を用いてチャイムを鳴らすと、こ れを認識した屋内のユーザは、中継親機または屋内子機を介して訪問者と通話を行 う。このとき、中継親機を介して訪問者と通話を行う場合には、ユーザは訪問者の映 像を見ながら通話をすることもできる。 [0003] In the door phone system, when a visitor rings a chime using an outdoor cordless handset, an indoor user who recognizes this makes a call with the visitor via the relay master phone or the indoor cordless handset. At this time, when a call is made with a visitor via the relay master unit, the user can make a call while watching the visitor's image.
発明の開示 Disclosure of the invention
発明が解決しょうとする課題 Problems to be solved by the invention
[0004] しかし、屋内子機と中継親機とが有線で接続されており、当該屋内子機が固定位 置に設置されている上記構成では、屋内子機の利便性が欠けるという問題が発生す [0004] However, in the above configuration in which the indoor slave unit and the relay master unit are connected by wire and the indoor slave unit is installed at a fixed position, there is a problem that the convenience of the indoor slave unit is lacking. You
[0005] また、従来では、中継親機には表示部および通話部が備えられており、中継親機 を介してユーザは、屋外子機付近に存する訪問者の映像を見ながら対話ができた。 最近では、屋内子機を介して、屋外子機付近に存する訪問者のスムーズな動画像を 見ながら対話を行レ、たい、とレ、う要望が出てきてレ、る。 [0005] Conventionally, the relay master unit is provided with a display unit and a call unit, and the user can interact while watching the video of a visitor near the outdoor slave unit via the relay master unit. . Recently, there has been a demand for dialogue through indoor cordless handsets while looking at smooth moving images of visitors near the handset.
[0006] そこで、本発明は、屋内機の利便性を向上させると共に、当該屋内機を介してユー ザ力 S、スムーズな動画像を見ながら屋外機付近に存する訪問者と対話を行うことがで きる、ドアホンシステムを提供することを目的とする。 [0006] Therefore, the present invention improves the convenience of an indoor unit and allows the user to interact with a visitor existing near the outdoor unit while watching a smooth moving image through the indoor unit. The purpose is to provide a door phone system.
課題を解決するための手段 Means for solving the problem
[0007] 上記の目的を達成するために、本発明に係る請求項 1に記載のドアホンシステムは
、屋外に設置されている屋外機と、前記屋外機から送信される映像を表示する第 1の 表示部と、前記屋外機との通話を行うことができる第 1の通話部とを備えており、屋内 に設置されており、持ち運び可能な屋内機と、前記屋内に設置されており、前記屋外 機と前記屋内機との通信を中継する中継機とを、備えており、前記中継機は、前記屋 内機との間で、無線 LAN通信を行う。 In order to achieve the above object, the door phone system according to claim 1 according to the present invention is provided. An outdoor unit installed outdoors, a first display unit that displays an image transmitted from the outdoor unit, and a first call unit that can make a call with the outdoor unit. An indoor unit that can be carried indoors, and a relay unit that is installed indoors and relays communication between the outdoor unit and the indoor unit. Wireless LAN communication is performed with the indoor unit.
[0008] また、本発明に係る請求項 2に記載のドアホンシステムは、請求項 1に記載のドアホ ンシステであって、前記中継機は、少なくとも前記屋外機から送信される前記映像を 記憶することができる、記録部を備えている。 [0008] Further, the door phone system according to claim 2 according to the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein the relay device stores at least the video transmitted from the outdoor unit. A recording unit is provided.
[0009] また、本発明に係る請求項 3に記載のドアホンシステムは、請求項 1に記載のドアホ ンシステであって、前記中継機は、少なくとも前記屋外機から送信される前記映像を 記憶することができ、外部部材である記録部と、着脱自在の記録部取り付け部を、備 えている。 [0009] Further, the door phone system according to claim 3 according to the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein the relay device stores at least the video transmitted from the outdoor unit. It is equipped with a recording unit that is an external member and a detachable recording unit mounting unit.
[0010] また、本発明に係る請求項 4に記載のドアホンシステムは、請求項 1に記載のドアホ ンシステであって、前記中継機は、前記屋内機との間での通信が通信可能状態であ るか否かを判断することができる判断部と、前記屋内機との間での通信が通信不可 能状態である場合には、当該通信不可能状態であることを示す通知部とを、備えて いる。 [0010] Further, the door phone system according to claim 4 according to the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein the relay device is in a state in which communication with the indoor unit is communicable. A determination unit that can determine whether or not there is a communication unit, and when communication with the indoor unit is in a communication disabled state, a notification unit that indicates the communication disabled state, I have.
[0011] また、本発明に係る請求項 5に記載のドアホンシステムは、請求項 4に記載のドアホ ンシステであって、前記中継機は、前記屋外機との通話が可能な第 2の通話部を、さ らに備えている。 [0011] Further, the door phone system according to claim 5 of the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 4, wherein the relay unit is a second call unit capable of calling with the outdoor unit. Is also provided.
[0012] また、本発明に係る請求項 6に記載のドアホンシステムは、請求項 5に記載のドアホ ンシステであって、前記中継機は、前記屋外機から送信される前記映像を表示する ことができる第 2の表示部を、さらに備えている。 [0012] Further, the door phone system according to claim 6 of the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 5, wherein the relay device displays the video transmitted from the outdoor unit. A second display unit that can be further provided.
[0013] また、本発明に係る請求項 7に記載のドアホンシステムは、請求項 1に記載のドアホ ンシステであって、前記中継機は、ルータ機能を有している。 [0013] Further, the door phone system according to claim 7 of the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein the relay device has a router function.
[0014] また、本発明に係る請求項 8に記載のドアホンシステムは、請求項 1に記載のドアホ ンシステであって、前記中継機は、少なくとも 2以上配設されている。 [0014] Further, the door phone system according to claim 8 of the present invention is the door phone system according to claim 1, wherein at least two or more relay devices are provided.
発明の効果
[0015] 本発明の請求項 1に記載のドアホンシステムは、表示部と通信部とを備え、持ち運 び可能な屋内機と、屋外機と屋内機との通信を中継する中継機とを、備えている。ま た、中継機は、屋内機との間で無線 LAN通信を行う。 The invention's effect [0015] A door phone system according to claim 1 of the present invention includes a display unit and a communication unit, and includes a portable indoor unit and a relay unit that relays communication between the outdoor unit and the indoor unit. I have. The repeater also performs wireless LAN communication with indoor units.
[0016] したがって、持ち運び可能となることにより屋内機の利便性が向上する。さらに、高 速データ伝送が可能な無線 LANでの通信により、中継機と屋内機とが接続される。 したがって、ユーザは、屋内機を用いて、屋外機で撮像された映像を表示部におい てスムーズな動画として視認しながら、屋外機付近に存する訪問者と対話ができる。 [0016] Therefore, the convenience of the indoor unit is improved by being portable. In addition, repeaters and indoor units are connected by wireless LAN communication that allows high-speed data transmission. Therefore, the user can interact with a visitor in the vicinity of the outdoor unit while visually recognizing the video captured by the outdoor unit as a smooth video on the display unit.
[0017] また、本発明の請求項 2, 3に記載のドアホンシステムは、中継機は、屋外機から送 信される映像を記憶することができる記録部を備えている。または、中継機は、外部 部材である記録部と、着脱自在の記録部取り付け部を備えて!/、る。 [0017] Further, in the door phone system according to claims 2 and 3 of the present invention, the repeater includes a recording unit capable of storing an image transmitted from the outdoor unit. Alternatively, the repeater includes a recording unit which is an external member and a detachable recording unit mounting unit.
[0018] したがって、中継機において、屋外機で撮像された重要な映像の記録が可能とな る。換言すれば、中継機が記憶部を有すれば、携帯型の屋内機は記憶部を有する 必要がなくなるので、屋内機の小型化が可能となる。 [0018] Therefore, in the repeater, it is possible to record important video captured by the outdoor unit. In other words, if the repeater has a storage unit, the portable indoor unit does not need to have a storage unit, so the indoor unit can be downsized.
[0019] また、本発明の請求項 4に記載のドアホンシステムは、中継機は、屋内機との間で の通信が通信可能状態であるか否かを判断することができる判断部と、屋内機との 間での通信が通信不可能状態である場合には、当該通信不可能状態であることを 示す通知部とを、備えている。 [0019] Further, in the door phone system according to claim 4 of the present invention, the repeater includes a determination unit capable of determining whether communication with the indoor unit is in a communicable state, an indoor unit, When communication with a device is in a communication impossible state, a notification unit indicating that the communication is impossible is provided.
[0020] ユーザは当該通知部を確認することにより、屋内機を用いて所定の通信が行えるか 否力、を容易に判断できる。 [0020] By checking the notification unit, the user can easily determine whether or not predetermined communication can be performed using the indoor unit.
[0021] また、本発明の請求項 5, 6に記載のドアホンシステムは、中継機は、屋外機との通 話が可能な通話部、屋外機から送信される映像を表示することができる表示部を、さ らに備えている。 [0021] Further, in the door phone system according to claims 5 and 6 of the present invention, the repeater can display a communication unit capable of communicating with the outdoor unit and a video transmitted from the outdoor unit. In addition, it has a part.
[0022] したがって、屋内機を用いた通信が不可能な場合に、ユーザは、中継機を用いて、 当該屋外機付近に存する訪問者と通話を行うことができる。また、中継機は表示部も 備えているので、当該中継機を介して、屋外機が撮像した映像を見ながらユーザは、 訪問者と対話を行うことができる。 [0022] Therefore, when communication using an indoor unit is impossible, the user can make a call with a visitor existing near the outdoor unit using the relay unit. In addition, since the repeater also includes a display unit, the user can interact with the visitor while viewing the video captured by the outdoor unit via the repeater.
[0023] また、本発明の請求項 7に記載のドアホンシステムでは、中継機は、ルータ機能を 有している。したがって、ドアホンシステムに属する各通信モジュール(中継機、屋外
機、屋内機)と外部ネットワークとの接続が可能となる。 [0023] In the door phone system according to claim 7 of the present invention, the repeater has a router function. Therefore, each communication module belonging to the door phone system (relay machine, outdoor Can be connected to an external network.
[0024] また、本発明の請求項 8に記載のドアホンシステムでは、中継機は、少なくとも 2以 上配設されている。したがって、当該ドアホンシステム内における通信可能距離を拡 張すること力 Sでさる。 [0024] Further, in the door phone system according to claim 8 of the present invention, at least two or more repeaters are provided. Therefore, force S can be used to extend the communicable distance within the door phone system.
[0025] この発明の目的、特徴、局面、および利点は、以下の詳細な説明と添付図面とによ つて、より明白となる。 [0025] The objects, features, aspects and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description and the accompanying drawings.
図面の簡単な説明 Brief Description of Drawings
[0026] [図 1]ドアホンシステムの構成を示す図である。 FIG. 1 is a diagram showing a configuration of a door phone system.
[図 2]複数の中継機を含むドアホンシステムの構成を示す図である。 FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a configuration of a door phone system including a plurality of repeaters.
発明を実施するための最良の形態 BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION
[0027] 以下、この発明をその実施の形態を示す図面に基づいて具体的に説明する。 Hereinafter, the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings illustrating embodiments thereof.
[0028] <実施の形態 1〉 <Embodiment 1>
本実施の形態に係るドアホンシステムの構成を図 1に示す。本実施の形態に係るド ァホンシステム 100は、中継機 10が無線 LANアクセスポイントとして機能し、中継機 The configuration of the door phone system according to the present embodiment is shown in FIG. In the door phone system 100 according to the present embodiment, the repeater 10 functions as a wireless LAN access point, and the repeater
10と屋内機 20との間を無線 LANにて通信することが特徴である。以下、当該ドアホ ンシステム 100を詳細に説明する。 It is characterized by communication between 10 and indoor unit 20 by wireless LAN. Hereinafter, the doorphone system 100 will be described in detail.
[0029] 図 1に示すように、ドアホンシステム 100は、中継機 10、屋内機 20、屋外機 30から 構成されている。 As shown in FIG. 1, the door phone system 100 includes a repeater 10, an indoor unit 20, and an outdoor unit 30.
[0030] 屋内機 20は、家屋内に設置される、携帯型の通信モジュールである。また屋内機 2 0は、後述する屋外機 30との間で動画映像データ(以下、単に映像データと称する) および/または音声データの送受信を行うことができる。 [0030] The indoor unit 20 is a portable communication module installed in a house. The indoor unit 20 can transmit and receive moving image data (hereinafter simply referred to as video data) and / or audio data with the outdoor unit 30 described later.
[0031] 当該屋内機 20は、後述する玄関機 30a付近に存する訪問者との通信 ·通話の目的 、および玄関機 30aや屋外監視カメラ 30bから送信された映像を視認する目的のた めに使用される。したがって、屋内機 20には、図 1には図示していないが、屋外機 30 力も送信される映像を表示する表示部(第 1の表示部と把握できる)と、屋外機 30との 通話を行うことができる通話部(音声入力部であり、第 1の通話部と把握できる)が配 設されている。 [0031] The indoor unit 20 is used for the purpose of communication / calling with a visitor near the entrance unit 30a, which will be described later, and the purpose of visually recognizing images transmitted from the entrance unit 30a and the outdoor surveillance camera 30b. Is done. Therefore, although not shown in FIG. 1, the indoor unit 20 can communicate with the outdoor unit 30 and a display unit (which can be grasped as the first display unit) that displays an image transmitted by the outdoor unit 30. There is a call section (a voice input section that can be understood as the first call section) that can be used.
[0032] 上述のように、屋内機 20の表示部には、屋外監視カメラ 30bや玄関機 30aで撮影
された映像が、動画として表示される。また、屋内機 20の通話部を介して、玄関機 30 a付近に存する訪問者と対話ができる。 [0032] As described above, the display unit of the indoor unit 20 is photographed by the outdoor surveillance camera 30b or the entrance unit 30a. The displayed video is displayed as a moving image. In addition, it is possible to interact with a visitor existing in the vicinity of the front door 30a through the communication unit of the indoor unit 20.
[0033] なお、各屋内機 20の数は、図 1に示された数に限定する趣旨は無ぐ図 1に示され てレ、る数以上配設されて!/、ても良レ、。 [0033] It should be noted that the number of indoor units 20 is not limited to the number shown in FIG. 1, and as shown in FIG. .
[0034] 屋外機 30は、家屋外に設置される通信モジュールである。当該屋外機 30として、 たとえば玄関機 30aや屋外監視カメラ 30b等がある。 [0034] The outdoor unit 30 is a communication module installed outside the house. Examples of the outdoor unit 30 include an entrance unit 30a and an outdoor surveillance camera 30b.
[0035] 玄関機 30aは、通常玄関付近に設置されており、チャイム機能を有する。また、当 該玄関機 30aにはカメラ(図示せず)が内蔵されており、訪問者を撮影することができ る。当該撮影された映像は中継機 10へと送信される。 [0035] The entrance machine 30a is usually installed near the entrance and has a chime function. In addition, the entrance machine 30a has a built-in camera (not shown) so that visitors can be photographed. The photographed video is transmitted to the repeater 10.
[0036] また、玄関機 30aには通話部(音声入出力部、図示せず)が配設されている。した がって、当該玄関機 30aを用いることにより、訪問者は、携帯型の屋内機 20ほたは、 中継機 10が通話部を有する場合には、固定型の中継機 10)を使用する屋内のユー ザと、通話を行うことができる。ここで、当該玄関機 30aにはカメラ(図示せず)が内蔵 されており、屋内機 10等には表示部が備えられているので、ユーザ側では上記の通 り、訪問者を視認しながら通話ができる。 [0036] Further, the entrance unit 30a is provided with a call unit (voice input / output unit, not shown). Therefore, by using the entrance unit 30a, the visitor uses the portable indoor unit 20 or the fixed type repeater 10) when the repeater 10 has a call part. You can make calls with indoor users. Here, the entrance machine 30a has a built-in camera (not shown), and the indoor unit 10 and the like are provided with a display, so that the user can visually recognize the visitor as described above. I can talk.
[0037] また、屋外監視カメラ 30bは、家屋外の所定の場所の映像を撮影することができる。 [0037] In addition, the outdoor monitoring camera 30b can capture an image of a predetermined place outside the house.
当該撮影された映像は、中継機 10へと送信される。 The photographed video is transmitted to the repeater 10.
[0038] なお、各屋外機 30の数は、図 1に示された数に限定する趣旨は無ぐ図 1に示され てレ、る数以上配設されて!/、ても良レ、。 [0038] It should be noted that the number of outdoor units 30 is not limited to the number shown in FIG. 1, and as shown in FIG. .
[0039] 中継機 10は、家屋内に固定的に設置されており、屋内機 20と屋外機 30との通信 の中継、および屋内機 20同士の通信の中継を行う装置(通信モジュール)である。ま た、当該固定型の中継機 10は、コンセント等から常時電力の供給を受けている。 [0039] The repeater 10 is fixedly installed in the house, and is a device (communication module) that relays communication between the indoor unit 20 and the outdoor unit 30 and relays communication between the indoor units 20 . In addition, the fixed repeater 10 is always supplied with power from an outlet or the like.
[0040] また、本実施の形態では中継機 10は、無線 LANアクセスポイントとして機能する。 In the present embodiment, relay device 10 functions as a wireless LAN access point.
そして、中継機 10と屋内機 20と間での通信は、無線 LANで行われる。したがって、 たとえば、屋内機 20—中継機 10—屋外機 30間の通信において、少なくとも屋内機 2 Communication between the repeater 10 and the indoor unit 20 is performed by a wireless LAN. Therefore, for example, in communication between indoor unit 20—relay unit 10—outdoor unit 30, at least indoor unit 2
0と中継機 10との間では無線 LAN通信が行われる。また、屋内機 20同士で通信を 行う場合には、中継機 10を介した無線 LANでの通信となる。 Wireless LAN communication is performed between 0 and the repeater 10. In addition, when communication is performed between the indoor units 20, communication is performed via a wireless LAN via the relay unit 10.
[0041] なお、図 1では、中継機 10と玄関機 30aとの接続は有線 (たとえば 2線式)であるが
、無線で接続しても良い。また、図 1では、中継機 10と屋外監視カメラ 30bとの接続は 無線であるが、有線で接続しても良い。つまり、中継機 10と屋内機 20との間の通信 は、無線 LAN通信である力 S、中継機 10と屋外機 30との通信'接続は、任意に選ぶこ とでさる。 [0041] In FIG. 1, the connection between the repeater 10 and the front door 30a is wired (for example, two-wire). You may connect wirelessly. In FIG. 1, the connection between the repeater 10 and the outdoor surveillance camera 30b is wireless, but may be connected by wire. In other words, the communication between the repeater 10 and the indoor unit 20 is the power S that is wireless LAN communication, and the communication connection between the repeater 10 and the outdoor unit 30 can be arbitrarily selected.
[0042] 当該無線'有線の別や無線プロトコルの別は、コストパフォーマンス(通信モジユー ルの機能、工事費等)に応じて適宜変更される。たとえば、既存に設置されている 2 線式設備を有効に使用する場合には、屋外機 30と中継機 10との間だの接続は、有 線となる。さらに、屋内外間において電波での通信に問題が生じる場合、屋外機 30 の装置の単純化が要請されている場合には、有線で接続することが選択できる。これ に対して、配線等のインフラ工事が困難な場合等には、無線を選択できる。また、屋 外機 30と中継機 10との間で頻繁に伝送されるデータの種類、設備コスト等に応じて 、適切な通信プロトコルを選択することができる。 [0042] The wireless / wired protocol and the wireless protocol are appropriately changed according to cost performance (communication module function, construction cost, etc.). For example, when the existing 2-wire equipment is used effectively, the connection between the outdoor unit 30 and the repeater 10 is wired. Furthermore, when there is a problem in radio communication between indoors and outdoors, and when simplification of the outdoor unit 30 is requested, it is possible to select a wired connection. On the other hand, when infrastructure construction such as wiring is difficult, wireless can be selected. In addition, an appropriate communication protocol can be selected according to the type of data frequently transmitted between the outdoor unit 30 and the repeater 10, the equipment cost, and the like.
[0043] 上記構成を採用することにより、本実施の形態に係るドアホンシステムは以下のよう に動作する。 [0043] By adopting the above configuration, the door phone system according to the present embodiment operates as follows.
[0044] 訪問者が訪問してくる様子を屋外監視カメラ 30bで撮像する。すると、当該屋外監 視力メラ 30bは、撮像した動画像を映像データとして中継機 10に送信する。中継機 1 0は、無線 LAN通信にて受信した当該映像データを、携帯型の屋内機 20に送信す る。これにより、屋内に居るユーザは、屋内機 20の表示部(第 1の表示部と把握でき る)で屋外監視カメラ 30bで撮像した動画像を視認できる。 [0044] An outdoor surveillance camera 30b captures an image of a visitor visiting. Then, the outdoor monitoring power mela 30b transmits the captured moving image to the relay device 10 as video data. The relay unit 10 transmits the video data received through wireless LAN communication to the portable indoor unit 20. Thereby, the user who is indoors can visually recognize the moving image captured by the outdoor monitoring camera 30b on the display unit of the indoor unit 20 (which can be grasped as the first display unit).
[0045] また、訪問者が玄関機 30aのチャイムを押すと、中継機 10を介して、無線 LAN通 信にて、訪問の旨が携帯型の屋内機 20に通知される。 [0045] Further, when the visitor presses the chime of the entrance 30a, the portable indoor unit 20 is notified of the visit via the repeater 10 by wireless LAN communication.
[0046] その後、屋内機 20の通話部(第 1の通話部と把握できる)を介してユーザは、玄関 機 30a付近に存する訪問者と対話ができる。具体的に、玄関機 30aが撮像した訪問 者の動画映像および訪問者の音声は、映像データおよび音声データとして、中継機 10に送信される。そして、中継機 10は、当該映像データ等を無線 LAN通信にて屋 内機 20に伝送する。これにより、屋内機 20の通話部から訪問者の音声が出力され、 屋内機 20の表示部に訪問者の動画像が表示される。また、屋内機 20の通知部から 入力されたユーザの音声は、音声データとして、無線 LAN通信にて中継機 10に伝
送され、中継機 10から玄関機 30aに伝送される。これにより、玄関機 30aの通話部か らユーザの音声が出力される。 [0046] Thereafter, the user can interact with a visitor in the vicinity of the entrance 30a via the communication unit of the indoor unit 20 (which can be grasped as the first call unit). Specifically, the video image of the visitor and the voice of the visitor captured by the entrance machine 30a are transmitted to the relay device 10 as video data and audio data. Then, the repeater 10 transmits the video data and the like to the indoor unit 20 by wireless LAN communication. As a result, the voice of the visitor is output from the calling unit of the indoor unit 20 and the moving image of the visitor is displayed on the display unit of the indoor unit 20. The user's voice input from the notification unit of the indoor unit 20 is transmitted as voice data to the repeater 10 by wireless LAN communication. Sent from the repeater 10 to the front door 30a. As a result, the user's voice is output from the calling unit of the front door 30a.
[0047] また、携帯型の屋内機 20間で通信を行う場合には、上記の通り、中継機 10を介し て無線 LAN通信にて当該通信が行われる。つまり、中継機を介して無線 LAN通信 にて音声データが送受信されることにより、一方の屋内機 20を操作するユーザと、他 方の屋内機 20を操作する他のユーザとの間で対話ができる。 [0047] When communication is performed between the portable indoor units 20, the communication is performed by wireless LAN communication via the relay unit 10 as described above. In other words, by transmitting and receiving voice data via wireless LAN communication via a repeater, a dialogue between a user operating one indoor unit 20 and another user operating the other indoor unit 20 occurs. it can.
[0048] 以上のように、本実施の形態に係るドアホンシステム 100では、屋内機 20は持ち運 び可能である。したがって、当該屋内機 20の利便性を向上させることができる。 [0048] As described above, in the door phone system 100 according to the present embodiment, the indoor unit 20 is portable. Therefore, the convenience of the indoor unit 20 can be improved.
[0049] また、当該ドアホンシステム 100では、中継機 10は、無線 LANアクセスポイントとし て機能し、中継機 10と屋内機 20との間の通信は、高速データ伝送が可能な無線 LA N通信である。 [0049] In the door phone system 100, the repeater 10 functions as a wireless LAN access point, and the communication between the repeater 10 and the indoor unit 20 is wireless LAN communication capable of high-speed data transmission. is there.
[0050] したがって、屋内機 20が有する表示部において、屋外機 30で撮像された動画像を スムーズに表示させることができ、当該スムーズな動画を見ながらユーザは、屋内機 20を介して、玄関機 30a付近に存する訪問者と通話を行うことができる。 [0050] Therefore, the moving image captured by the outdoor unit 30 can be displayed smoothly on the display unit of the indoor unit 20, and the user can view the smooth video and the user through the indoor unit 20 through the entrance. You can make a call with a visitor near the machine 30a.
[0051] つまり、たとえば、中継機と屋内機とが伝送速度の遅い(4. 8〜; 10kbps)特定小電 力無線にて接続されていた場合、屋外機 30で撮像された動画像は、屋内機 20の表 示部では、細切れに表示される。これは、中継機 屋内機間の伝送速度が遅いから である。 [0051] That is, for example, when the relay unit and the indoor unit are connected by a specific low-power radio having a low transmission speed (4.8 to 10 kbps), the moving image captured by the outdoor unit 30 is On the display unit of the indoor unit 20, it is displayed in small pieces. This is because the transmission speed between the repeater indoor unit is slow.
[0052] そこで、本実施の形態に係るドアホンシステム 100では、中継機 10と屋内機 20とは 、伝送速度の速い無線 LAN (100Mbps程度)にて接続されている。したがって、屋 外機 30で撮像された映像を、屋内機 20の表示部において、スムーズな動画像として 再生 (表示)することができる。 [0052] Therefore, in door phone system 100 according to the present embodiment, repeater 10 and indoor unit 20 are connected by a wireless LAN (about 100 Mbps) having a high transmission rate. Therefore, the video imaged by the outdoor unit 30 can be reproduced (displayed) as a smooth moving image on the display unit of the indoor unit 20.
[0053] また、本実施の形態では、上記通り、屋内機 20が表示部を有している場合には、当 該表示部にて、スムーズの動画の再生および訪問者との音声による対話ができる。 そして、当該屋内機 20は、持ち運び可能な携帯型である。つまり、屋外機 30との通 信 ·通話は、屋内機 20があれば事足りる。 [0053] Also, in the present embodiment, as described above, when the indoor unit 20 has a display unit, smooth video playback and voice interaction with the visitor are performed on the display unit. it can. The indoor unit 20 is a portable portable type. In other words, communication with the outdoor unit 30 is sufficient if the indoor unit 20 is available.
[0054] したがって、ユーザは中継機 10を用いて、屋外機 30と通信 ·通話する必要がなくな る(換言すれば、中継機 10は表示や通話部を備える必要が無くなる)。これにより、中
継機 10は、 目立つ場所に設置する必要がなくなり、たとえば室内の隠れた場所に設 置すること力 Sでさる。 Therefore, the user does not need to communicate / call with the outdoor unit 30 using the repeater 10 (in other words, the repeater 10 does not need to include a display or a call unit). This makes it medium The joint machine 10 does not need to be installed in a conspicuous place. For example, it can be installed in a hidden place in the room with the force S.
[0055] <他の実施の形態〉 [0055] <Other embodiments>
本実施の形態に係るドアホンシステムは、無線 LANアクセスポイントとして機能する 中継機 10に他の機能を付加したことを特徴とする。 The door phone system according to the present embodiment is characterized in that another function is added to repeater 10 that functions as a wireless LAN access point.
[0056] たとえば、中継機 10は、記録部を備えていても良い。当該記録部には、玄関機 30a[0056] For example, the repeater 10 may include a recording unit. In the recording section, the entrance machine 30a
、屋外監視カメラ 30bで撮像され、伝送されてきた映像データが記録される。なお、 当該記録部に、屋内機 20と玄関機 30aとの間で送受信される音声データを記録する ようにしても良い。 The video data captured and transmitted by the outdoor monitoring camera 30b is recorded. Note that audio data transmitted and received between the indoor unit 20 and the entrance unit 30a may be recorded in the recording unit.
[0057] また、中継機 10に記録部を内蔵する形態でなぐ中継機 10は、記録部取り付け部 を備えていても良い。当該記録部取り付け部には、外部部材である記録部が着脱自 在に装着ほたは揷入)される。なお、当該外付けの記録部には、上記と同様に、玄 関機 30a、屋外監視カメラ 30bで撮像された映像データや、屋内機 20と玄関機 30a との間で送受信される音声データが記録される。 [0057] Further, the repeater 10 that includes the recording unit in the relay unit 10 may include a recording unit attachment unit. The recording unit mounting portion is provided with a recording unit, which is an external member, attached or removed by itself. In the same manner as described above, video data captured by the entrance unit 30a and the outdoor surveillance camera 30b and audio data transmitted and received between the indoor unit 20 and the entrance unit 30a are stored in the external recording unit. To be recorded.
[0058] このように、中継機 10が記録部または記録部取り付け部を有する構成を採用するこ とにより、中継機 10において重要な映像データや音声データの記録が可能となる。 換言すれば、当該中継機 10が記憶部を有すれば、携帯型の屋内機 20は記憶部を 有する必要がなくなるので、屋内機 20の小型化が可能となる。 As described above, by adopting a configuration in which the repeater 10 includes the recording unit or the recording unit attaching unit, it is possible to record important video data and audio data in the repeater 10. In other words, if the relay device 10 has a storage unit, the portable indoor unit 20 does not need to have a storage unit, so the indoor unit 20 can be downsized.
[0059] また、携帯型の屋内機 20に記録部を持たせる構成も考えられる。しかし、当該構成 を採用した場合、携帯型の屋内機 20は通常バッテリーで動作するので、バッテリー 切れ等により貴重なデータが保存できなる可能性がある。他方、中継機 10は、固定 設置とし、常時コンセント等から電源が供給されるようにすることができる。したがって 、上記のように当該中継機 10に記憶部等を設けることにより、映像データ等の貴重な データをいつでも、当該中継機 10において記憶することができる。 [0059] A configuration in which the portable indoor unit 20 is provided with a recording unit is also conceivable. However, when this configuration is adopted, the portable indoor unit 20 normally operates on a battery, so there is a possibility that valuable data can be stored due to the battery running out. On the other hand, the repeater 10 can be fixedly installed so that power is always supplied from an outlet or the like. Therefore, by providing a storage unit or the like in the relay device 10 as described above, valuable data such as video data can be stored in the relay device 10 at any time.
[0060] また、中継機 10は、判断部および通知部を備えていても良い。ここで、判断部では 、常時または定期的に、屋内機 20との間での通信が通信可能状態か否かを判断す る。また、通知部は、屋内機 20との間での通信が通信不可能状態である場合に、そ の旨を通知する。
[0061] たとえば、屋内機 20のバッテリーが消耗している場合または屋内機 20と中継機 10 との間における無線 LAN通信が外部ノイズにより正常に行え無い場合には、中継機 10内の判断部は、屋内機 20との間での通信が不可能であると判断する。そして、判 断部が当該通信不可能状態を判断した場合には、通知部が当該判断結果を外部に 通知する。ここで、当該通知の方法として、光の点灯ほたは点滅)、音声による通知 、表示部における文字通知等が採用できる。 [0060] In addition, the relay device 10 may include a determination unit and a notification unit. Here, the determination unit determines whether communication with the indoor unit 20 is in a communicable state at all times or regularly. In addition, when the communication with the indoor unit 20 is not possible, the notification unit notifies that fact. For example, when the battery of the indoor unit 20 is exhausted or when wireless LAN communication between the indoor unit 20 and the relay unit 10 cannot be performed normally due to external noise, the determination unit in the relay unit 10 Determines that communication with the indoor unit 20 is impossible. When the determination unit determines that the communication is impossible, the notification unit notifies the determination result to the outside. Here, as the notification method, light lighting or flashing), voice notification, character notification on the display unit, or the like can be employed.
[0062] このように、中継機 10は、屋内機 20との無線 LAN通信が可能か否かを判断し、不 可能な場合には通知部を動作させている。したがって、ユーザは当該通知部を確認 することにより、屋内機 20を用いて所定の通信が行えるか否かを容易に判断できる。 [0062] In this way, the repeater 10 determines whether or not wireless LAN communication with the indoor unit 20 is possible, and if not, operates the notification unit. Therefore, the user can easily determine whether or not the predetermined communication can be performed using the indoor unit 20 by checking the notification unit.
[0063] また、実施の形態 1での説明と異なる力 中継機 10は、屋外機 30 (具体的に玄関 機 30a)との通話が可能な通話部(第 2の通話部と把握できる)、および屋外機 30 (玄 関機 30a、屋外監視カメラ 30b)が撮像した画像を表示することができる表示部(第 2 の表示部と把握できる)を備えてレ、ても良レ、。 [0063] Further, the power different from that described in the first embodiment is that the repeater 10 has a communication unit that can communicate with the outdoor unit 30 (specifically, the entrance unit 30a) (can be grasped as the second call unit), Also, the outdoor unit 30 (the entrance unit 30a, the outdoor surveillance camera 30b) is equipped with a display unit (which can be grasped as a second display unit) that can display an image captured by the outdoor unit 30a.
[0064] このように、中継機 10が通話部や表示部を備えることにより、たとえば上記のように 通知部が、中継機 10と屋内機 20との無線 LAN通信が不可能状態であることを通知 した場合に、ユーザはこのことを認識し、当該中継機 10を用いて、訪問者との対話お よび屋外の様子の監視等を行うことができる(つまり、ユーザは、中継機 10を用いた 所定の通信を行うことができる)。 As described above, the repeater 10 includes the call unit and the display unit, so that, for example, as described above, the notification unit is in a state where wireless LAN communication between the repeater 10 and the indoor unit 20 is impossible. When notified, the user is aware of this, and can use the repeater 10 to interact with visitors and monitor outdoor conditions (that is, the user can use the repeater 10). Can perform predetermined communication).
[0065] また、無線 LANアクセスポイントとして機能する中継機 10は、ブリッジ (スイッチング ノ、ブ)として機能させることもできる。つまり、所定の通信モジュール (屋内機 20または 屋外機 30)から送られてきた映像データや音声データを解析して、あて先を検出し、 他の通信モジュールにのみ当該各データを送信するように、当該中継機 10を構成し ても良い。ここで、ブリッジ (スイッチングノヽブ)の機能'定義は、周知なので、ここでの 詳細な説明は省略する。 [0065] The repeater 10 that functions as a wireless LAN access point can also function as a bridge (switching node). In other words, it analyzes video data and audio data sent from a predetermined communication module (indoor unit 20 or outdoor unit 30), detects the destination, and transmits each piece of data only to other communication modules. The repeater 10 may be configured. Here, since the definition of the function of the bridge (switching knob) is well known, detailed description thereof is omitted here.
[0066] これとは別に、当該中継機 10は、ノレータとして機能させることもできる。具体的に、 当該中継機 10は、図 1に示されているドアホンシステム 100と異なる他の外部ネットヮ ークとの接続を可能とする。また、中継機 10は、異なるネットワーク間における優先経 路を決定するルーティングを行うことができる。また、中継機 10は、外部からのウイノレ
スを含む信号を内部ネットワークに侵入することを防止する機能を有していても良い。 なお、ルータの機能'定義は、周知なので、ここでの詳細な説明は省略する。 [0066] Apart from this, the relay device 10 can also function as a norator. Specifically, the relay device 10 can be connected to another external network different from the door phone system 100 shown in FIG. Further, the repeater 10 can perform routing for determining a priority route between different networks. Also, the repeater 10 can be May have a function of preventing a signal including a signal from entering the internal network. Note that the definition of the router function is well known, and thus detailed description thereof is omitted here.
[0067] このように、中継機 10がルータの機能を有することより、図 1に示すドアホンシステム 100が形成されているネットワークと異なる他の外部ネットワークとの接続が可能とな る。たとえば、外出先から携帯電話機を用いて中継機 10にアクセスを行うことにより、 携帯電話機を用いて中継機 10はもちろん、屋外機 30や屋内機 20とも通信を行うこと ができる。 As described above, since relay device 10 has a router function, it is possible to connect to another external network different from the network in which door phone system 100 shown in FIG. 1 is formed. For example, by accessing the repeater 10 using a mobile phone from outside, it is possible to communicate with the outdoor unit 30 and the indoor unit 20 as well as the repeater 10 using the mobile phone.
[0068] なお、上記各実施の形態では、一のドアホンシステム 100には、中継機 10は一つ のみ配設されていた。し力、し、図 2示すように、一のドアホンシステム 200に、複数(図 2では 2つの場合を図示している)の中継機 10を配設されても良い。ここで、図 2で各 通信モジュール 10, 20, 30間は、それぞれ無線 LAN (点線にて図示)で接続されて いる。図 2の構成を採用する場合、各屋内機 20、各屋外機 30は、当該中継機 10に 設定される内容に応じて、任意の中継機 10を介した通信を行うことができる。 [0068] In each of the above embodiments, only one repeater 10 is provided in one door phone system 100. As shown in FIG. 2, a plurality of repeaters 10 (two cases are shown in FIG. 2) may be provided in one door phone system 200. Here, in FIG. 2, the communication modules 10, 20, and 30 are connected by wireless LAN (shown by dotted lines). When the configuration of FIG. 2 is adopted, each indoor unit 20 and each outdoor unit 30 can perform communication via any relay unit 10 according to the contents set in the relay unit 10.
[0069] たとえば、自機に最も近い位置に設置されている中継機 10A, 10Bを中継装置とし て利用しても良い。具体例として、屋内機 20Aと屋外監視カメラ 30bとの通信の場合 、屋外監視カメラ 30bは、当該屋外監視カメラ 30bの設置位置に最も近い場所に設 置されている中継機 10Bに、アクセスする。他方、屋内機 20Aは、当該屋内機 20A の設置位置に最も近い場所に設置されている中継機 10Aに、アクセスする。なお、 屋内機 20Aと屋外監視カメラ 30bとの通信を可能とするために、中継機 10A—中継 機 10B間での通信も行われる。 [0069] For example, repeaters 10A and 10B installed at positions closest to the own device may be used as a relay device. As a specific example, in the case of communication between the indoor unit 20A and the outdoor monitoring camera 30b, the outdoor monitoring camera 30b accesses the repeater 10B installed at a location closest to the installation position of the outdoor monitoring camera 30b. On the other hand, the indoor unit 20A accesses the repeater 10A installed at a location closest to the installation position of the indoor unit 20A. In addition, in order to enable communication between the indoor unit 20A and the outdoor surveillance camera 30b, communication between the relay unit 10A and the relay unit 10B is also performed.
[0070] 上記のように、一のドアホンシステム 200に、少なくと 2以上の中継機 10A, 10Bを 配設することにより、当該ドアホンシステム 200における通信モジュール 20, 30間の 通信距離を飛躍的に向上させることができる。つまり、ドアホンシステム 200内におけ る通信可能距離を拡張することができる。 [0070] As described above, by arranging at least two or more repeaters 10A and 10B in one door phone system 200, the communication distance between the communication modules 20 and 30 in the door phone system 200 is dramatically increased. Can be improved. That is, the communicable distance in the door phone system 200 can be expanded.
[0071] なお、図 2の説明では、中継機 10A—中継機 10B間の接続は無線であった。しか し、中継機 10A, 10Bは固定型であるので、有線で接続しても良い。 In the description of FIG. 2, the connection between the repeater 10A and the repeater 10B is wireless. However, since the repeaters 10A and 10B are fixed, they may be connected by wire.
[0072] また、上記各実施の形態において、屋内機 20は、屋内に設置されている(置かれ ている)。当該屋内機 20は、屋内で使用されることはもちろん、中継機 10との無線 L
AN通信が可能な範囲内であれば、屋内機 20は屋外で使用することもできる。たとえ ば、当該屋内機 20を用いて屋外からユーザは、玄関機 30a付近に存する訪問者の 動画像を視認しながら、当該訪問者の応対を行うことができる。 [0072] In each of the above embodiments, indoor unit 20 is installed (placed) indoors. The indoor unit 20 is not only used indoors, but also wirelessly connected to the repeater 10. The indoor unit 20 can also be used outdoors as long as AN communication is possible. For example, the user can respond to the visitor while viewing the moving image of the visitor existing near the entrance 30a using the indoor unit 20 from the outside.
この発明は詳細に説明された力 上記した説明は、すべての局面において、例示 であって、この発明がそれに限定されるものではない。例示されていない無数の変形 例力 S、この発明の範囲から外れることなく想定され得るものと解される。
The present invention has been described in detail. The above description is illustrative in all aspects, and the present invention is not limited thereto. It is understood that the myriad variations S that are not illustrated can be assumed without departing from the scope of the present invention.
Claims
[1] 屋外に設置されている屋外機(30, 30a, 30b)と、 [1] Outdoor units (30, 30a, 30b) installed outdoors,
前記屋外機から送信される映像を表示する第 1の表示部と、前記屋外機との通話 を行うことができる第 1の通話部とを備えており、屋内に設置されており、持ち運び可 能な屋内機(20, 20A, 20B)と、 Equipped with a first display unit that displays video transmitted from the outdoor unit and a first call unit that can communicate with the outdoor unit, and is installed indoors and can be carried Indoor unit (20, 20A, 20B)
前記屋内に設置されており、前記屋外機と前記屋内機との通信を中継する中継機 (10, 10A, 10B)とを、備えており、 A relay unit (10, 10A, 10B) that is installed indoors and relays communication between the outdoor unit and the indoor unit;
前記中継機は、 The repeater is
前記屋内機との間で、無線 LAN通信を行う、 Wireless LAN communication is performed with the indoor unit.
ことを特徴とするドアホンシステム。 A door phone system characterized by that.
[2] 前記中継機は、 [2] The repeater is
少なくとも前記屋外機から送信される前記映像を記憶することができる、記録部を 備えている、 A recording unit capable of storing at least the video transmitted from the outdoor unit;
ことを特徴とする請求項 1に記載のドアホンシステム。 The door phone system according to claim 1, wherein:
[3] 前記中継機は、 [3] The repeater is
少なくとも前記屋外機から送信される前記映像を記憶することができ、外部部材で ある記録部と、着脱自在の記録部取り付け部を、備えている、 At least the video transmitted from the outdoor unit can be stored, and includes a recording unit that is an external member and a detachable recording unit mounting unit.
ことを特徴とする請求項 1に記載のドアホンシステム。 The door phone system according to claim 1, wherein:
[4] 前記中継機は、 [4] The repeater is
前記屋内機との間での通信が通信可能状態であるか否かを判断することができる 判断部と、 A determination unit capable of determining whether or not communication with the indoor unit is in a communicable state; and
前記屋内機との間での通信が通信不可能状態である場合には、当該通信不可能 状態であることを示す通知部とを、備えている、 When communication with the indoor unit is in a communication impossible state, the communication unit includes a notification unit indicating that the communication is impossible.
ことを特徴とする請求項 1に記載のドアホンシステム。 The door phone system according to claim 1, wherein:
[5] 前記中継機は、 [5] The repeater is
前記屋外機との通話が可能な第 2の通話部を、さらに備えている、 A second call unit capable of making a call with the outdoor unit;
ことを特徴とする請求項 4に記載のドアホンシステム。 The door phone system according to claim 4, wherein:
[6] 前記中継機は、
前記屋外機から送信される前記映像を表示することができる第 2の表示部を、さら に備えている、 [6] The repeater is A second display unit capable of displaying the video transmitted from the outdoor unit;
ことを特徴とする請求項 5に記載のドアホンシステム。 The door phone system according to claim 5, wherein:
[7] 前記中継機は、 [7] The repeater is
ルータ機能を有している、 Has a router function,
ことを特徴とする請求項 1に記載のドアホンシステム。 The door phone system according to claim 1, wherein:
[8] 前記中継機は、 [8] The repeater is
少なくとも 2以上配設されている、 At least two or more,
ことを特徴とする請求項 1に記載のドアホンシステム。
The door phone system according to claim 1, wherein:
Applications Claiming Priority (2)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
JP2006305004A JP2008124691A (en) | 2006-11-10 | 2006-11-10 | Doorphone system |
JP2006-305004 | 2006-11-10 |
Publications (1)
Publication Number | Publication Date |
---|---|
WO2008056503A1 true WO2008056503A1 (en) | 2008-05-15 |
Family
ID=39364327
Family Applications (1)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
PCT/JP2007/069834 WO2008056503A1 (en) | 2006-11-10 | 2007-10-11 | Door phone system |
Country Status (2)
Country | Link |
---|---|
JP (1) | JP2008124691A (en) |
WO (1) | WO2008056503A1 (en) |
Cited By (1)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
CN108234948A (en) * | 2017-12-19 | 2018-06-29 | 安恩达科技(深圳)有限公司 | Video intercom digital visual intercommunication method, indoor unit and system in every family |
Citations (6)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
JP2004153418A (en) * | 2002-10-29 | 2004-05-27 | Aiphone Co Ltd | Video doorphone system |
JP2004304551A (en) * | 2003-03-31 | 2004-10-28 | Aiphone Co Ltd | Video intercom system |
JP2005236849A (en) * | 2004-02-23 | 2005-09-02 | Sharp Corp | Radio communications system |
JP2005341178A (en) * | 2004-05-26 | 2005-12-08 | Matsushita Electric Works Ltd | Interphone unit, and interphone system using the same |
JP2005348056A (en) * | 2004-06-02 | 2005-12-15 | Sharp Corp | Video intercom |
JP2005352875A (en) * | 2004-06-11 | 2005-12-22 | Aiphone Co Ltd | Nurse call system |
-
2006
- 2006-11-10 JP JP2006305004A patent/JP2008124691A/en active Pending
-
2007
- 2007-10-11 WO PCT/JP2007/069834 patent/WO2008056503A1/en active Application Filing
Patent Citations (6)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
JP2004153418A (en) * | 2002-10-29 | 2004-05-27 | Aiphone Co Ltd | Video doorphone system |
JP2004304551A (en) * | 2003-03-31 | 2004-10-28 | Aiphone Co Ltd | Video intercom system |
JP2005236849A (en) * | 2004-02-23 | 2005-09-02 | Sharp Corp | Radio communications system |
JP2005341178A (en) * | 2004-05-26 | 2005-12-08 | Matsushita Electric Works Ltd | Interphone unit, and interphone system using the same |
JP2005348056A (en) * | 2004-06-02 | 2005-12-15 | Sharp Corp | Video intercom |
JP2005352875A (en) * | 2004-06-11 | 2005-12-22 | Aiphone Co Ltd | Nurse call system |
Cited By (1)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
CN108234948A (en) * | 2017-12-19 | 2018-06-29 | 安恩达科技(深圳)有限公司 | Video intercom digital visual intercommunication method, indoor unit and system in every family |
Also Published As
Publication number | Publication date |
---|---|
JP2008124691A (en) | 2008-05-29 |
Similar Documents
Publication | Publication Date | Title |
---|---|---|
ES2302430B2 (en) | MODULAR SYSTEM FOR WIRELESS ELECTRONIC PORTER. | |
CN100484240C (en) | Network terminalized door-bell system and method | |
US20070290830A1 (en) | Remotely monitored security system | |
JP2007096770A (en) | Intercom system | |
JP4858122B2 (en) | Intercom system | |
JP2006222888A (en) | Video monitoring system for multiple dwelling house | |
JP2006222885A (en) | Interphone system for multiple dwelling houses, and common space apparatus thereof | |
JP5291288B2 (en) | Intercom system | |
JP5144491B2 (en) | Apartment house intercom system | |
JP4044824B2 (en) | TV door phone system | |
WO2008056503A1 (en) | Door phone system | |
JP5401160B2 (en) | Intercom system | |
JP2002135434A (en) | Interphone unit, interphone system, and storage medium with interphone software recorded thereon | |
US20090239465A1 (en) | Doorphone system | |
JP5033832B2 (en) | Intercom system with surveillance camera | |
JP2012182542A (en) | Network-enabled intercom system for collective housing | |
KR100923162B1 (en) | Apparatus and method for visitor-care service based on dual mode | |
JP5149692B2 (en) | Location information notification system | |
JP2005159534A (en) | Video intercom apparatus | |
KR20030026443A (en) | Web door phone system | |
JP2004193713A (en) | Emergency reporting system | |
JP2006025295A (en) | Internet videophone/interphone composite system | |
JP2007318379A (en) | Wireless intercom system | |
JP2024084225A (en) | Visitor Response System | |
JP2022133897A (en) | Apartment house intercom system |
Legal Events
Date | Code | Title | Description |
---|---|---|---|
121 | Ep: the epo has been informed by wipo that ep was designated in this application |
Ref document number: 07829572 Country of ref document: EP Kind code of ref document: A1 |
|
NENP | Non-entry into the national phase |
Ref country code: DE |
|
122 | Ep: pct application non-entry in european phase |
Ref document number: 07829572 Country of ref document: EP Kind code of ref document: A1 |