JP3245512U - headset - Google Patents

Abstract

An object of the present invention is to provide a headset that is easy to use both when using and not using an audio input section. SOLUTION: A headset body 11 provided with an audio output section 111, a holding section 12 for attaching the audio output section 111 to a user, and a headphone 1 provided with an audio input section 21. The headset is equipped with an arm section 2 that connects the headset body 1 and the arm section 2, and the coupling section 3 is a first coupling section provided on the headset body 11. part 31 and a second connecting part 32 provided on the arm part 2, and the first connecting part 31 is characterized in that the second connecting part 32 is detachably connected thereto. [Selection diagram] Figure 1

Description

Application for exception to loss of novelty applied

The present invention relates to a headset that inputs and outputs audio data to and from a device.

Conventionally, devices for inputting and outputting audio data to and from devices include, for example, a headset body having an audio output section and a holding section for attaching the audio output section to a user, and a shaft having an audio input section. Headsets have been used that include a shaped arm section.

In particular, in order to accurately collect the sounds emitted by the user, the arm extends from the headset body to the vicinity of the user's mouth.

By the way, since such a conventional headset is equipped with an audio output section, it can also be used as a so-called headphone.

However, when using the device as a headphone and not inputting audio to the audio input section, the arm section is adjacent to the user's face, which is troublesome.

In order to solve these problems, a headset has been proposed that is equipped with an arm and is easy to use both when the voice input section is used and when the voice input section is not used.

For example, Patent Document 1 describes a headset in which an arm portion is formed of a flexible member and is provided with a winding mechanism for winding the arm portion around an audio output portion.

Patent No. 2633289

However, in the headset described in Patent Document 1, since the winding mechanism is included in the audio output section, the burden is more likely to be placed on the user's head compared to a normal headset.
Further, if the arm portion is wound up in a tangled state when stored, the winding mechanism may malfunction.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a headset that is easy to use both when the audio input section is used and when it is not used.

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a headset body including a headset body provided with an audio output section, a holding section for attaching the audio output section to the user, and a headset provided with an audio input section. A headset comprising: a first arm portion provided on the headset body; a connecting portion connecting the headset body and the arm portion; A headset comprising a connecting part and a second connecting part provided on the arm part, and the first connecting part is detachably connected to the second connecting part. be. According to the present invention, since the voice input section is detachably connected, the user can remove the arm section when the voice input section is no longer needed. Furthermore, when the voice input section is needed, the user can attach it to the headset body again.

In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the first connecting part and the second connecting part are connected by magnetic force. With such a configuration, it becomes easy to attach and detach the arm portion from the headset body. Furthermore, since the structure is simple, it also contributes to excellent maintainability.

In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, one of the first connecting part and the second connecting part is provided with a connecting hole, and the other is provided with a connecting protrusion into which the connecting hole is inserted. Features. With this configuration, the arm portion attached to the headset body is prevented from being accidentally removed from the headset body.

In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the connecting hole is rotatably connected to the arm portion. With such a configuration, the arm part becomes rotatable, and the user can adjust the position of the audio output part according to the position of the user's mouth.

In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the first connecting portion includes a ring-shaped first magnetic body and a first connecting portion provided at the center of the first magnetic body; It has a disk-shaped second magnetic body that is approximately the same in diameter as the first magnetic body, and a second connection portion provided at the center of the second magnetic body, and the first connection portion and the second connection portion are provided at the center of the second magnetic body. and are electrically connected in a connected state. With this configuration, when attaching the arm portion to the headset body, it becomes easy to electrically connect and disconnect the arm portion from the headset body. It also prevents the arm from coming off the headset body when the arm is rotated around the connection hole.

In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the headset body includes a sound collection section. With such a configuration, it is possible to make a call even when the voice input section is not attached to the headset body.

A preferred embodiment of the present invention is characterized in that it includes a protective cover that covers the connection hole. With this configuration, when the arm part is not attached to the headset body, deterioration of the connection hole due to dust, sunlight, rain, etc. is suppressed.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a headset in which the arm portion having the audio input portion can be attached and detached depending on the usage environment and application.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a headset according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 1 is an exploded view of a headset according to an embodiment of the present invention, and is a perspective view of a headphone and a protective cover part. FIG. 1 is an exploded view of a headset according to an embodiment of the present invention, and is a perspective view of an arm part. FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a headset according to an embodiment of the present invention, and is a cross-sectional view of a connecting portion. FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining how to use a headset according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining how to use a headset according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining how to use a headset according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, a headset according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described using FIGS. 1 to 7.
In addition, the embodiment shown below is an example of this invention, and this invention is not limited to the following embodiment. Further, in these figures, the symbol X indicates a headset according to the present embodiment.
Here, the term "lower side" refers to the direction toward the ground when the user wears it, and the term "front" refers to the direction in which the user's line of sight faces when the user wears it.

<Configuration>
As shown in FIG. 1 or 2, the headset X includes a headset main body 11 in which an audio output section 111 is provided, and a holding section 12 that holds and wears the audio output section 111 at the position of the user's ear. , an arm section 2 having an audio input section 21 (see FIG. 3), and a connecting section 3 for attaching the arm section 2 to the headphones 1.

In this embodiment, the headphones 1 have a shape that can be worn over the user's ears in the same way as binaural earphones. This makes the headphone 1 compact and easy to carry. Furthermore, the headphones 1 are lightweight, reducing the burden on the user wearing them.

As shown in FIG. 2(a), the headset body 11 is an elliptical cylindrical member, and includes a left headset body 11L to be worn on the left ear, and a right headset body 11R to be worn on the right ear. .

The holding part 12 is a wire rod having a certain degree of rigidity and formed in a curved shape along the user's head. Specifically, the holding portion 12 includes a conductor for electrically connecting the left headset main body 11L and the right headset main body 11R.
This makes it possible to distribute and hold the weight of the headphones 1 over the user's head. Furthermore, it becomes possible for the user to listen to audio data input from a device (not shown) using both the left and right ears of the user.

A left ear hook LE and a right ear hook RE are provided at both ends of the holding section 12, respectively. To explain in detail, the left ear hook LE and the right ear hook RE are formed in an arc shape. Preferably, the surface is covered with a member having a larger frictional force than the holding part 12.
As a result, the left ear hook LE and the right ear hook RE can be worn by inserting them between the auricle and the temporal region of the user's head. prevent it from coming off.

The left headset main body 11L is provided with a left audio output section 111L and a sound collection section S. Further, the right headset main body 11R is provided with a right audio output section 111R, a sound collection section S, and a volume adjustment section V.

The audio output section 111 includes a left audio output section 111L and a right audio output section 111R.
To be more specific, the left audio output section 111L and the right audio output section 111R are respectively arranged on the left and right at positions (surfaces) adjacent to the user's ear holes when the user wears the headphones 1. There is.
As a result, the audio is output to both ears of the user, making it easier to hear the audio output from the device. Also, it becomes possible to listen to stereo sound.

The sound collecting section S is configured to be able to input surrounding sounds, and is provided below the left headset main body 11L and below the right headset main body 11R. This makes it easier to collect the voice emitted by the user.
Note that the sound collecting section S may be provided on either the left headset main body 11L or the right headset main body 11R.

The volume adjustment section V is configured to be able to set the volume output by the audio output section, and is provided in the right headset main body 11R in the embodiment. Specifically, it is arranged in front of the right headset main body 11R.
This allows the user to appropriately adjust the volume output by the audio output section. In addition, when the user wears the headphones 1, the user holds down the right headset body 11R with the thumb of the right hand on the surface of the headset body 11 facing the volume adjustment part V, and adjusts the volume with the index and middle fingers of the right hand. It becomes possible to operate section V.

Further, in this embodiment, the headset main body 11 includes a wireless communication system (not shown) and a battery (not shown).

The wireless communication system wirelessly transmits and receives audio data to and from a device (not shown). Specifically, the wireless communication system wirelessly transmits and receives audio data to and from devices using Bluetooth (registered trademark). This allows the connection to the device to be wireless, making it possible to input and output audio even at a location far from the device.

As shown in FIG. 2(b), the headset X includes a protective cover C for covering the connection hole H. As shown in FIG. The protective cover C includes a first cover part C1 that is fitted into the connection hole H, a second cover part C2 that covers the top surface of the connection hole H, and a claw CP that projects from the outer edge of the second cover part C2. and are provided. The protective cover C is preferably made of silicone rubber, but is not particularly limited as long as it can cover the connecting hole H.

The first cover portion C1 has a substantially cylindrical shape, and the bottom surface is formed to have substantially the same diameter as the connecting hole H, and the bottom surface is formed to have a larger diameter than the top surface.
Thereby, the protective cover C can cover the connection hole H without any gaps.

The second cover portion C2 has a substantially cylindrical shape, and the bottom surface is formed with a larger diameter than the connecting hole H. This suppresses the accumulation of water droplets due to dust, rain, etc. in the connection hole H.

The claw CP has a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape and is formed so as to be spaced slightly outward from the top surface of the connection hole. This makes it easy to remove the protective cover C attached to the connection hole H.

As shown in FIG. 3, the arm part 2 is formed into a shaft shape, has an audio input part 21 at one end, and has a second connecting part 32, which will be described later, at the other end, and both parts are electrically connected. has been done. This makes it possible to input the voice uttered by the user into the device as voice data.

As shown in FIG. 2 or 3, the connecting portion 3 includes a first connecting portion 31 provided on the right headset main body 11R and a second connecting portion 32 provided on the arm portion 2. In this embodiment, the first connecting portion 31 is provided with a connecting hole H, and the second connecting portion 32 is provided with a connecting protrusion P. Note that the first connecting portion 31 may be provided with a connecting protrusion P, and the arm portion 2 may be provided with a connecting hole H. Further, the first connecting portion 31 may be provided in the left headset main body 11L.

The connecting hole H has a circular cross section. In this embodiment, the connection hole H is formed on the surface facing the right audio output section 111R. Moreover, in this embodiment, the connection protrusion P is a second connection part.

The first connecting portion 31 includes a ring-shaped first magnetic body 311 that is bonded to the connecting hole H, and a first connecting portion 312 that is exposed at the center of the first magnetic body 311 .
The inner diameter of the hollow portion provided at the center of the first magnetic body 311 is approximately half the outer diameter of the first magnetic body 311 .

The second connecting portion 32 includes a ring-shaped second magnetic body 321 and a second connecting portion 322 provided to protrude from the center of the second magnetic body 321 . In this embodiment, either the first magnetic body 311 or the second magnetic body 321 is a ferromagnetic body, and the other is a permanent magnet. This prevents the arm portion 2 from accidentally falling off from the headphones 1.
Note that both the first magnetic body 311 and the second magnetic body 321 may be permanent magnets.

The second magnetic body 321 is provided with an outer second magnetic body 3211 including the outer edge of the second magnetic body 321 and an inner second magnetic body 3212 through which the second connecting portion 322 is penetrated.
Specifically, the outer second magnetic body 3211 is formed to have an outer diameter that is approximately the same as the outer diameter of the first magnetic body 311, and the inner second magnetic body 3212 is formed to have an outer diameter that is approximately the same as the inner diameter of the hollow portion of the first magnetic body 311. It is formed in diameter. Further, the inner second magnetic body 3212 is formed to protrude from the outer second magnetic body 3211.

As shown in FIG. 4, the height of the outer second magnetic body 3211 is the same as the height from the top surface of the connecting hole H to the top surface of the first magnetic body 311. As a result, in a state where the connecting protrusion P is fitted into the connecting hole H, the top surface of the first magnetic body 311 and the top surface of the outer second magnetic body 3211 are brought into close contact with each other, and the first connecting portion 31 and the top surface of the second outer magnetic body 3211 are brought into close contact with each other. The connection between the two connecting parts 32 becomes stronger.

The first connecting portion 312 is a material whose surface is plated and is formed of a substantially cylindrical conductor. Also, a void is formed around this conductor. To explain in detail, the top surface of the first connecting portion 312 is formed to be substantially coplanar with the bottom surface portion HB of the connecting hole H.

The second connecting portion 322 is a material whose surface is plated, which penetrates the hollow portion of the second magnetic body 321 and is formed of a substantially cylindrical conductor. To be more specific, the length of the second connecting part 322 from the top surface of the second connecting part 322 to the end surface of the outer second magnetic body 3211 is from the bottom part HB to the plane including the top surface of the first magnetic body 311. are formed so that their lengths are approximately the same.

As a result, the top surface of the first connection part 312 and the top surface of the second connection part 322 are arranged so as to be in contact with each other when the connection protrusion P is fitted into the connection hole H. Further, the height of the inner second magnetic body 3212 with respect to the outer second magnetic body 3211 is set to be approximately the same as or slightly lower than the height of the first magnetic body 311, and the inner periphery of the hollow portion formed in the first magnetic body 311 is provided. The surface is chamfered into a mortar shape, and a corresponding inclined surface is provided on the outer peripheral edge of the inner second magnetic body 3212, so that it is easy to maintain the second connecting portion 322 in a position where it contacts the first connecting portion 312. Make it.
In particular, in a state where the connecting protrusion P is fitted into the connecting hole H, the headphones 1 and the arm part 2 are electrically connected, and the audio data input by the audio input part 21 is transmitted to the headphones 1. becomes possible.

<How to use>
Hereinafter, a method of using the headset X will be explained using FIGS. 5 to 7.

When attaching the arm portion 2 to the headphones 1, as shown in FIG. 4, the user first presses the right headset body 11R with either hand (not shown).
At the same time, the user holds the arm portion 2 with the other hand (not shown).

Next, the user fits the connecting protrusion P into the connecting hole H. At this time, a ring-shaped first magnetic body 311 is formed in the connecting hole H, and a ring-shaped second magnetic body 321 including a permanent magnet is formed in the connecting protrusion P. The connecting hole H attracts the connecting protrusion P. By doing so, it becomes possible to fit the connecting protrusion P into the connecting hole H. Moreover, the first connection part 312 and the second connection part 322 can be electrically connected in a connected state without any separate operation.

When using the headset X with the arm section 2 attached, the user attaches the left ear hook section LE and the right ear hook section RE to the user's ear (not shown).

Next, as shown in FIG. 6, the user rotates the arm portion 2 around the connection hole H. By doing so, it becomes possible to arrange the arm portion 2 at an appropriate position depending on the position of the user's mouth.

When the user wants to adjust the volume of the audio output from the audio output unit 111, the user holds the right headset with the thumb, index finger, and middle finger of the right hand, and then adjusts the volume with the index finger and middle finger. Press adjustment section V.
Thereby, the user can easily adjust the volume to an appropriate level while wearing the headphones 1.

When removing the arm portion 2 attached to the headphones 1, as shown in FIG. 4, the user first presses the right headset body 11R with one of his hands (not shown).
At the same time, the user grasps and pulls the arm portion 2 with the other hand (not shown). This allows the user to remove the arm portion 2 from the headphones 1.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 7, the connecting hole H may be covered with a protective cover C.
By doing so, it is possible to suppress deterioration of the microphone mounting hole due to dust, sunlight, rain, etc.

<Effect>
According to the present embodiment, the connecting portion 3 includes a first connecting portion 31 provided on the right headset main body 11R and a second connecting portion 32 provided on the arm portion 2. 31 is removably connected to the second connecting portion 32, thereby making it possible to easily attach the arm portion 2 to the headphones 1 and provide a removable headset X.

Further, since the first connecting portion 31 and the second connecting portion 32 are connected by magnetic force, it becomes easy to attach and detach the arm portion 2 to the headphones 1.
In addition, the simple structure contributes to excellent maintainability.

Further, the first connecting portion 31 is formed with a connecting hole H, and the second connecting portion 32 is provided with a connecting protrusion P that is fitted into the connecting hole, so that the arm attached to the headphones 1 can be connected easily. To prevent an arm part 2 from accidentally coming off from a headphone 1 when the part 2 receives a shock from the outside.

Furthermore, since the arm portion 2 and the connection hole H are rotatably connected, the user can adjust the position of the audio input portion 21 according to the position of the user's mouth. becomes.

Further, the first connecting portion 31 includes a ring-shaped first magnetic body 311 and a first connecting portion 312 provided at the center of the first magnetic body 311 .
In addition, the second connecting portion includes a disk-shaped second magnetic body 321 having substantially the same diameter as the first magnetic body, and a second connecting portion 322 provided at the center of the second magnetic body.
In addition, the first connecting portion 312 and the second connecting portion 322 are electrically connected in a connected state.
This makes it easy to electrically connect and disconnect the arm 2 to the headphones 1 when attaching the arm 2 to the right headset main body 11R.
In addition, when the arm part 2 is rotated about the connection hole H, it is prevented from coming off from the headphones 1.

In addition, the right headset main body 11R includes the sound collecting section S, so that even when the arm section 2 is not attached to the headphones 1, it is possible to input sound to the headphones 1.

Furthermore, by including a protective cover C that covers the connection hole H, it is possible to suppress the accumulation of water droplets due to dust or rain in the connection hole H when the arm portion 2 is not attached to the headphones 1.

<Example of change>
Note that the shapes, dimensions, etc. of each component shown in the above-described embodiments are merely examples, and can be variously changed based on design requirements and the like.

For example, the headphones 1 may be over-ear headphones.

By doing so, it becomes possible to output high-quality sound, and by covering the entire ear of the user, it becomes possible to further reduce surrounding sounds.

X Headset 1 Headphones 11 Headset body 11L Left headset body 11R Right headset body 111 Audio output section 111L Left audio output section 111R Right audio output section 12 Holding section 2 Arm section 21 Audio input section 3 Connection section 31 First connection Part H Connection hole HB Connection hole bottom 311 First magnetic body 312 First connection part 32 Second connection part P Connection protrusion 321 Second magnetic body 3211 Outside second magnetic body 3212 Inside second magnetic body 322 Second connection part S Collection Sound part V Volume adjustment part C Protective cover C1 First cover part C2 Second cover part CP Claw

Claims (7)

a headset body provided with an audio output section; a headphone provided with a holding section for attaching the audio output section to a user; and a shaft-shaped arm section provided with an audio input section; A headset comprising:
comprising a connecting part that connects the headset main body and the arm part,
The connecting portion includes a first connecting portion provided on the headset body and a second connecting portion provided on the arm portion,
A headset, wherein the first connecting portion is detachably connected to the second connecting portion. The headset according to claim 1, wherein the first connecting part and the second connecting part are detachably connected by magnetic force. A connecting hole is provided in one of the first connecting part and the second connecting part, and a connecting protrusion that is fitted into the connecting hole is provided in the other. 2. The headset according to 1 or 2. The headset according to claim 3, wherein the connection hole is rotatably connected to the arm portion. The first connecting part includes a ring-shaped first magnetic body and a first connecting part provided at the center of the first magnetic body,
The second connecting portion includes a disk-shaped second magnetic body having a diameter substantially the same as the first magnetic body, and a second connecting portion provided at the center of the second magnetic body,
The headset according to claim 4, wherein the first connection part and the second connection part are electrically connected in a connected state. The headset according to claim 5, wherein the headset body includes a sound collection section. The headset according to claim 6, further comprising a protective cover covering the connection hole.