CN215495335U - Baby alarm and sending unit and receiving unit thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

The utility model provides an infant alarm and a sending unit and a receiving unit thereof. The infant alarm comprises a transmitting unit (20) and a receiving unit (30), the receiving unit (30) being configured to receive and generate sound transmitted from the transmitting unit (20), wherein the transmitting unit (20) and the receiving unit (30) comprise respective mating charging connectors (25g, 35g) such that when the two charging connectors (25g, 35g) are connected to each other, the transmitting unit (20) acts as a charger for the receiving unit (30).

Description

Baby alarm and sending unit and receiving unit thereof

Technical Field

The utility model relates to an infant alarm. In particular, the utility model relates to an infant alarm having a transmitting unit and a portable receiving unit.

Background

Infant alarms are becoming increasingly popular. Typically, a baby alarm comprises a transmitter unit which should be located close to the baby to be monitored and a receiver unit which is located at a remote location. The microphone of the transmitter unit is used to collect sound from the baby and transmit the sound to the receiver unit so that the person responsible for taking care of the baby and carrying or approaching the receiver unit is alerted by the receiver unit producing the sound or forming other indications of the sound.

Although the transmitter unit may operate plugged into a mains power supply, the receiver unit is typically powered by a battery. With the steady increase in the number of battery-powered domestic appliances, there is a risk of forgetting to charge, particularly for devices that are not used and/or charged daily, such as infant alarms. These devices are also susceptible to loss due to the time intervals between uses.

Accordingly, there is a need for an infant alarm that alleviates the above-mentioned disadvantages.

SUMMERY OF THE UTILITY MODEL

It is therefore an object of the present invention to at least partially overcome one or more of the above limitations of the prior art. In particular, it is an object to provide an infant alarm and a transmitting unit and a receiving unit for such an infant alarm.

The idea of the utility model is to ask the user to always charge the receiving unit close to the transmitting unit so that the receiving unit is easily found when needed. Another idea of the utility model is to reduce the number of charging devices required.

In a first aspect, an infant alarm is provided. The infant alarm includes a transmitting unit and a receiving unit configured to receive and generate sound transmitted from the transmitting unit. The transmitting unit and the receiving unit comprise respective mating charging connectors such that when the two charging connectors are connected to each other, the transmitting unit acts as a charger for the receiving unit.

The charging connector of the transmitting unit may be disposed on a top surface of the transmitting unit. Thus, the receiving unit can be placed on top of the transmitting unit, thereby making the receiving unit clearly visible and easy to locate. As an alternative to or in combination with the charging connector of the transmitting unit, the charging connector of the transmitting unit may be arranged in the recess of the transmitting unit. This makes it possible to protect the charging connector from mechanical damage. Furthermore, the recess may also help to keep the receiving unit in a desired position during charging.

The top surface may be sloped thereby forming a recess. The recess may form a receiving portion for receiving at least a portion of the receiving unit during charging of the receiving unit. The recess will form a receiving portion for the receiving unit, thereby ensuring that the receiving unit is held in its charging position.

The charging connector of the transmitting unit may be disposed at a bottom portion of the recess. Thus, it is further ensured that the receiving unit is arranged at a desired charging position of the receiving unit with respect to the transmitting unit.

The receiving unit may comprise means for detecting proximity to the transmitting unit, the receiving unit being arranged to discontinue generating sound when in a determined proximity to the transmitting unit. Thereby, acoustic feedback can be avoided when the transmitting unit and the receiving unit are located close to each other, such as in the same room, and in case the receiving unit is located on the transmitting unit for charging.

The receiving unit may be arranged to automatically enter a standby mode when placed on the transmitting unit for charging. Such standby mode may include no sound production and/or minimal battery consumption. This provides a simple and effective way of reducing battery consumption and/or acoustic feedback.

The receiving unit may be arranged to automatically resume sound production when separated from the transmitting unit. This reduces the risk that the user forgets to activate the receiving unit after charging of the receiving unit. This resumption of the production of sound resumes after a waiting time, such as a waiting time of 1 to 20 seconds. The advantage of this waiting time is that the risk of the infant being awakened by the acoustic feedback when the user lifts the receiving unit from the transmitting unit is reduced.

According to one embodiment, the transmitting unit is arranged to charge the receiving unit with a low voltage, such as a maximum of 5 volts. Thereby, the risk of the infant coming into contact with the charging connector and receiving an unpleasant electric shock is reduced.

According to a second aspect, a transmitting unit of an infant alarm is provided. The transmitting unit comprises a charging connector configured to be connected to a corresponding charging connector of an associated receiving unit, wherein the charging connector of the transmitting unit is configured such that the transmitting unit functions as a charger of the receiving unit when the charging connector is connected.

According to a third aspect, a receiving unit for an infant alarm is provided. The receiving unit includes a charging connector configured to connect to a corresponding charging connector of an associated transmitting unit. The charging connector of the receiving unit is configured such that the transmitting unit functions as a charger of the receiving unit when the charging connector is connected.

In an embodiment, the receiving unit further comprises an input connector for an associated external charger.

Drawings

The utility model will be further described, by way of example, with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings:

FIG. 1 is an isometric view of portions of an infant alarm according to an embodiment;

FIG. 2 is an isometric view of the infant alarm shown in FIG. 1 with the receiving unit positioned in or near the charging position;

fig. 3 shows different views of a transmitting unit according to an embodiment; and

fig. 4 shows different views of a receiving unit according to an embodiment.

Detailed Description

Referring to fig. 1 and 2, an embodiment of aninfant alarm 10 is shown. Theinfant alarm 10 includes aninfant unit 20 and aparent unit 30; thebaby unit 20 is a transmitting unit and theparent unit 30 is a receiving unit. However, it should be appreciated that the terms "transmit" and "receive" merely denote normal use of the unit, which means that the transmittingunit 20 collects sounds from the infant, such as crying or laughing, and wirelessly transmits these sounds to the receivingunit 30, which thereceiving unit 30 receives and may indicate, such as by sound or visually, that the infant is making a sound.

However, according to an embodiment, theinfant alarm 10 may be configured to operate in a two-way communication mode whereby each of thebaby unit 20 and theparent unit 30 will be configured to operate with a transmitting unit as well as a receiving unit, in which case the parent may use theparent unit 30 to send a quiet voice message to the infant via thebaby unit 20.

As shown in fig. 1, the transmittingunit 20 is connected to a power supply, such as a 24 volt power supply, by means of apower supply line 21. Thereceiving unit 30 is battery powered. Furthermore, thereceiving unit 30 has an accessory connected thereto in the form of adetachable hanger 40. Thehanger 40 is particularly useful for carrying, whereby a user can hang thereceiving unit 30 to, for example, his belt loop or other fixed structure. For this purpose, at the back of thereceiving unit 30 there is a connecting means, such as a ring structure 31 (see fig. 4). Thehanger 40, which is typically made of soft plastic or rubber, may be snapped onto thering structure 31 such that thecircular portion 41 of thehanger 40 is arranged radially outside thering structure 31.

As shown in fig. 2, the receivingunit 30 is positioned on top of the transmittingunit 20. This relative position allows the receivingunit 30 to be charged by the transmittingunit 20, as will be explained below. Further, in fig. 2, the power connection of the transmittingunit 20 is removed, indicating that i) the transmittingunit 20 may be battery powered for at least a short period of time, and ii) the transmittingunit 20 may charge the receivingunit 30 even if it is disconnected from the external power source. It should be noted that the receivingunit 30 may also be charged with thehanger 40 connected.

Turning now to fig. 3, the details of the baby unit, i.e. the sendingunit 20, will be discussed.

The sendingunit 20 has an inclinedtop surface 23, whichtop surface 23 forms a recess 24 (see fig. 1) that can receive the receivingunit 30. Thus, the dimensions of therecess 24 are selected such that the receivingunit 30 can fit inside at least to some extent.

The sendingunit 20 is provided with an on/offswitch 25a, which on/offswitch 25a is arranged on the outer circumference of the sendingunit 20. The on/offswitch 25a is preferably a wheel that also serves as microphone sensitivity control. The microphone sensitivity control may be stepless or may be divided into different levels, such as between 1 and 6.

The transmittingunit 20 also comprises aninput connector 25b for the associated charger. Thetransmission unit 20 further includes asearch button 25 c; by pressing thebutton 25c, a control signal is generated to the receivingunit 30, and the receivingunit 30 emits a notification sound upon receiving the control signal. Abattery indicator 25d is also provided, thebattery indicator 25d preferably being configured to indicate i) power on and fully charged, ii) charging, and iii) low battery. The indication of these different states may be done, for example, by a color change and/or flashing.

Further, atransmission indicator 25e is provided for visually notifying when sound is transmitted and sensed. Further, aspeaker 25f, a chargingconnector 25g, and a microphone (not shown) are provided, as well as all necessary electronic devices, which will not be further described herein.

Turning now to fig. 4, the details of the parent unit, i.e., the receivingunit 30, will be discussed. The receivingunit 30 has a substantially flat bottom surface and a curved peripheral edge sized to fit within the recess 24 (see fig. 1) of the sendingunit 20. Preferably, the receivingunit 30 has a disc-like shape which, in addition to being easily fitted in therecess 24, fits well in a pocket of a pair of trousers, a pocket of a jacket or a small handbag when in use. Due to the flat bottom of the receivingunit 30 and the inclinedtop surface 23 of the sendingunit 20, the receivingunit 30 will be pushed to a position where it rests against the peripheral wall of the sendingunit 20. At this position, the chargingconnector 35g of the receivingunit 30 is in contact with the chargingconnector 25g of the transmittingunit 20 to allow charging of the receivingunit 30.

The receivingunit 30 is provided with an on/offswitch 35a, and the on/offswitch 35a is disposed on the outer periphery of the receivingunit 30. The on/offswitch 35a is preferably a wheel that also serves as a volume control. As with the microphone sensitivity control of the transmittingunit 20, the volume control may be stepless or may be divided into different levels, such as between 1 and 6.

The receivingunit 30 further comprises aninput connector 35b for an associated external charger, whichinput connector 35b is preferably realized as a USB-C connector. Abattery indicator 35d is also provided, thebattery indicator 35d preferably being configured to indicate i) power on and fully charged, ii) charging, and iii) low battery. The indication of these different states may be done, for example, by a color change and/or flashing.

In addition, areception indicator 35e is also provided for notification when sound is received and picked up. Further, aspeaker 35f, a microphone (not shown), and atalk button 35h are provided. When pressed, the receivingunit 30 will act as a transmitter, transmitting sound to the baby unit (i.e. the transmitting unit 20). As with the transmittingunit 20, the receivingunit 30 also includes all necessary electronics, which will not be described further herein.

As explained above, the receivingunit 30 may be charged using an external charger connected by means of a power cord, or the receivingunit 30 may be charged by docking into the transmittingunit 20.

Optionally, the receivingunit 30 is configured to sense its proximity to the transmitting unit 20 (e.g., within 2 meters), and the receivingunit 30 is further configured to automatically turn off its speaker after such detection to avoid acoustic feedback. Alternatively, or in combination with the above-described sensing of proximity to the transmittingunit 20, the receivingunit 30 may be arranged to automatically turn off the speaker of the receivingunit 30 when placed on the transmittingunit 20 for charging, to reduce power consumption and to reduce acoustic feedback. When the receivingunit 30 is removed from the transmitting unit 20 (e.g. after charging), the sound transmission is delayed for a predetermined time, e.g. 2 seconds, after this removal, again for avoiding acoustic feedback.

It should be mentioned that the inventive concept is by no means limited to the embodiments described herein, and that several modifications are possible without departing from the scope of the appended claims. In the claims, the term "comprising" does not exclude the presence of other elements or steps. Furthermore, although individual features may be included in different claims, these may possibly be advantageously combined, and the inclusion in different claims does not imply that a combination of features is not feasible and/or advantageous. In addition, singular references do not exclude a plurality. The terms "a", "an", "first", "second", etc. do not exclude a plurality. Reference signs in the claims are provided merely as a clarifying example and shall not be construed as limiting the scope of the claims in any way.

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Translated fromChinese

1.一种婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述婴儿报警器包括发送单元(20)和接收单元(30)，所述接收单元(30)构造成接收并产生从所述发送单元(20)发送的声音，其中，所述发送单元(20)和所述接收单元(30)包括相应的匹配的充电连接器(25g、35g)，使得当两个所述充电连接器(25g、35g)彼此连接时，所述发送单元(20)用作所述接收单元(30)的充电器，其中，所述发送单元(20)的所述充电连接器(25g)设置在所述发送单元(20)的顶部表面(23)上，并且其中，所述顶部表面(23)是倾斜的由此形成凹部。Claims 1. A baby alarm, characterized in that the baby alarm comprises a sending unit (20) and a receiving unit (30), the receiving unit (30) being configured to receive and generate data from the sending unit (20) The transmitted sound, wherein the transmitting unit (20) and the receiving unit (30) include corresponding matching charging connectors (25g, 35g), so that when the two charging connectors (25g, 35g) are connected to each other When connected, the sending unit (20) is used as a charger for the receiving unit (30), wherein the charging connector (25g) of the sending unit (20) is provided on the sending unit (20) and wherein the top surface (23) is inclined to form a recess.2.根据权利要求1所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述凹部形成接纳部，以用于在所述接收单元(30)的充电期间接纳所述接收单元(30)的至少一部分。2. The baby alarm according to claim 1, wherein the recess forms a receiving portion for receiving at least a part of the receiving unit (30) during charging of the receiving unit (30).3.根据权利要求1所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述凹部布置成用于在所述接收单元(30)的充电期间保持所述接收单元(30)。3. The baby alarm according to claim 1, wherein the recess is arranged to hold the receiving unit (30) during charging of the receiving unit (30).4.根据权利要求1所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述发送单元(20)的所述充电连接器(25g)设置在所述凹部的底部部分处。4. The baby alarm according to claim 1, wherein the charging connector (25g) of the transmitting unit (20) is provided at the bottom portion of the recess.5.根据权利要求1至4中的任一项所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述接收单元(30)包括用于检测与所述发送单元(20)的接近度的装置，所述接收单元(30)布置成当处于与所述发送单元(20)的确定接近度中时中断产生声音。5. The baby alarm according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the receiving unit (30) comprises means for detecting proximity to the transmitting unit (20), The receiving unit (30) is arranged to discontinue the production of sound when in a determined proximity to the transmitting unit (20).6.根据权利要求1至4中的任一项所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述接收单元(30)布置成当放在所述发送单元(20)上以用于充电时自动进入待机模式。6. A baby alarm according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the receiving unit (30) is arranged to automatically when placed on the sending unit (20) for charging Enter standby mode.7.根据权利要求6所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述待机模式包括不产生声音和/或电池消耗最小。7. The baby alarm of claim 6, wherein the standby mode includes no sound and/or minimal battery consumption.8.根据权利要求1至4中的任一项所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述接收单元(30)布置成当与所述发送单元(20)分离时自动地恢复声音的产生。8. A baby alarm according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the receiving unit (30) is arranged to automatically resume sound production when separated from the transmitting unit (20) .9.根据权利要求8所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，声音的产生的这种恢复在等待时间之后恢复。9. The infant alarm of claim 8, wherein this resumption of sound production resumes after a waiting time.10.根据权利要求9所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述等待时间为1至20秒。10. The baby alarm of claim 9, wherein the waiting time is 1 to 20 seconds.11.根据权利要求1至4中的任一项所述的婴儿报警器，其特征在于，所述接收单元(30)具有盘形的总体形状。11. The baby alarm according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the receiving unit (30) has a disk-shaped general shape.12.一种婴儿报警器的发送单元(20)，其特征在于，所述发送单元(20)包括充电连接器(25g)，所述充电连接器(25g)构造成连接至相关联的接收单元(30)的对应的充电连接器(35g)，其中，所述发送单元(20)的所述充电连接器(25g)构造成使得当所述充电连接器(25g、35g)连接时，所述发送单元(20)用作所述接收单元(30)的充电器，其中，所述发送单元(20)的所述充电连接器(25g)设置在所述发送单元(20)的顶部表面(23)上，并且其中，所述顶部表面(23)是倾斜的由此形成凹部。12. A transmitting unit (20) for a baby alarm, characterized in that the transmitting unit (20) comprises a charging connector (25g) configured to be connected to an associated receiving unit The corresponding charging connector (35g) of (30), wherein the charging connector (25g) of the transmitting unit (20) is configured such that when the charging connectors (25g, 35g) are connected, the A sending unit (20) is used as a charger for the receiving unit (30), wherein the charging connector (25g) of the sending unit (20) is provided on the top surface (23) of the sending unit (20) ), and wherein the top surface (23) is inclined to form a recess.13.根据权利要求12所述的婴儿报警器的发送单元，其特征在于，所述凹部形成接纳部以用于在所述接收单元(30)的充电期间接纳所述接收单元(30)的至少一部分。13. The transmitting unit of a baby alarm according to claim 12, characterized in that the recess forms a receiving portion for receiving at least a portion of the receiving unit (30) during charging of the receiving unit (30). part.14.根据权利要求12所述的婴儿报警器的发送单元，其特征在于，所述凹部布置成用于在所述接收单元(30)的充电期间保持所述接收单元(30)。14. The transmitting unit of a baby alarm according to claim 12, wherein the recess is arranged to hold the receiving unit (30) during charging of the receiving unit (30).15.一种婴儿报警器的接收单元(30)，其特征在于，所述接收单元(30)包括充电连接器(35g)，所述充电连接器(35g)构造成连接至根据权利要求7所述的相关的发送单元(20)的对应的充电连接器(25g)，其中，所述接收单元(30)的所述充电连接器(35g)构造成使得当所述充电连接器(25g、35g)连接时，所述发送单元(20)用作所述接收单元(30)的充电器。15. A receiving unit (30) for a baby alarm, characterized in that the receiving unit (30) comprises a charging connector (35g) configured to be connected to the device according to claim 7. The corresponding charging connector (25g) of the relevant sending unit (20) described above, wherein the charging connector (35g) of the receiving unit (30) is configured such that when the charging connector (25g, 35g) ) is connected, the sending unit (20) acts as a charger for the receiving unit (30).16.根据权利要求15所述的接收单元，其特征在于，所述接收单元还包括用于相关联的外部充电器的输入连接器(35b)。16. The receiving unit of claim 15, further comprising an input connector (35b) for an associated external charger.

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