JP2000315529A - Charger - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Problem] To provide a conventional mobile phone charger that can be charged while performing data communication, since the AC adapter section and the holder section are separate, the number of parts such as cables and connectors is reduced. It was increasing and the cost was high. In addition, there have been many chargers in which the holder and the AC adapter are integrated, but data communication cannot be performed with these chargers. SOLUTION: An AC adapter unit 1 rotatably provided with an AC plug 2 electrically connected to an AC commercial power supply, and a holder unit 3 for holding and charging a portable electronic device such as a mobile phone are rotated. An inexpensive charger that can be movably integrated and provided with a hole or a cutout in the holder portion 3 so that the data communication connector of the portable electronic device is exposed can perform data communication while charging.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a charger for charging a portable telephone or the like, and more particularly, to a charger which can be charged while performing data communication using the portable telephone or the like.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art In recent years, the market for portable telephones such as portable telephones and simplified wireless telephones called PHS has been rapidly expanding. Furthermore, the number of terminals capable of connecting a portable telephone or the like to a personal computer and performing data communication through a telephone line is increasing.

When performing data communication using a portable telephone or the like, the data communication time is limited due to the battery life of the portable telephone.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, a portable telephone is conventionally connected to a personal computer via a modem as shown in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 10-116666, and the portable telephone is mounted on a holder (housing). The connector from the holder. And the holder part is connected to the AC adapter part (power supply adapter) through another connection connector and connection cable.
By inserting the AC plug (insertion portion) of the AC adapter into an outlet, it is not necessary to worry about running out of the battery, so that the battery can be charged and data communication can be performed.

[0005]

However, in the above-mentioned conventional mechanism, since the AC adapter section and the holder section are separate, the number of parts such as cables and connectors is increased and the cost is increased. In addition, there have been many chargers in which the holder and the AC adapter are integrated, but data communication cannot be performed with these chargers. As an example of such a charger, Japanese Patent Application No. Hei.
No. 0-258860.

The present invention solves such a conventional problem. The AC adapter and the holder are integrated to reduce the number of parts, thereby reducing the cost. The AC on the wall can be rotated appropriately.
An object of the present invention is to provide a charger that can be directly connected to an outlet, an extension cord, a table tap, and the like.

[0007]

In order to achieve the above object, a battery charger of the present invention has a built-in charging or connection circuit, and has one side electrically connected to the charging or connection circuit to an AC commercial power supply. An AC adapter section in which an AC plug is rotatably provided and a holder section for holding and charging a portable electronic device such as a mobile phone are rotatably integrated. The holder is provided with a hole or a notch so that the data communication connector of the portable electronic device is exposed during charging. Preferably, the AC plug is rotatable by 180 degrees with respect to the AC adapter, and the holder is rotatable by 90 degrees with respect to the AC adapter.

As a result, the cost can be reduced and the AC on the wall can be reduced.
A charger that can be directly connected to an outlet, an extension cord, a table tap, or the like, can be downsized, and has excellent portability can be provided.

[0009]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is an external view showing a charger according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a schematic view showing a use state, and FIGS. 3 and 4 are schematic views showing another use state.

In these figures, reference numeral 1 denotes an AC adapter unit, which electrically connects a charging circuit for controlling charging or an AC plug 2 to be described later and a portable electronic device 7 such as a mobile phone or PHS to be charged. And a connection circuit for connecting to the inside.

An AC plug 2 is connected to an AC commercial power supply to supply power to the portable electronic device. The AC plug 2 is rotatable 180 degrees from a state where it protrudes horizontally with respect to the AC adapter unit 1 to a state where it is housed inside. When the horizontally protruded state is defined as 0 degree,
When the angle is set to 0 degree, 90 degrees, and 180 degrees, a click force is given by a specific force, and the click feeling is held and fixed.

Reference numeral 3 denotes a holder, which is a portable electronic device 7.
Is held upright. A charging terminal 4 used for charging the portable electronic device 7 is provided on the bottom side of the holder portion 3, and on both sides, the portable electronic device 7 is securely inserted in a predetermined position and orientation. Guide projections 5 are provided. The holder portion 3 is provided with a notch 6 having a size that exposes at least the data communication connector of the portable electronic device 7. The holder 3 is rotatable with respect to the AC adapter 1 by 90 degrees from a horizontal state to an orthogonal state.
When the angle is set to 90 degrees or 90 degrees, a click feeling is given by a specific force, and at the same time, held and fixed.

A case where the battery charger having such a configuration is used by being connected to the AC outlet, extension cord, and table tap on the wall will be described in detail.

FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of the case where the AC plug 2 connected to a commercial power supply through the AC outlet is held at an angle of 90 degrees with respect to the AC adapter unit 1 when used by connecting to an AC outlet on the wall. The holder 3 is held and fixed at an angle of 90 degrees with respect to the AC adapter 1. In this state, the portable electronic device 7 is attached to the holder 3.
, The charging of the portable electronic device 7 is started. This charging is performed until a full charge detection is performed by a charge control circuit provided inside the AC adapter unit 1 or inside the portable electronic device 7. In this state, when the connection cable is connected to the data communication connector of the portable electronic device 7 and data communication is performed, the AC adapter unit
Using a branch circuit or the like, data communication can be electrically performed using a commercial power supply, and the portable electronic device 7 is charged using surplus power.

When the charger is used by inserting an AC plug into an AC outlet on a wall, a rotational moment due to the weight of the charger itself and the weight of the portable electronic device 7 acts on the charger body. However, there arises a problem that the AC plug 2 easily falls off from the AC outlet. In order to solve this, it is desirable to provide an elastic pressing member 10 which protrudes toward the holder part 3 of the AC adapter part 1 and which can be moved in and out by elastic deformation as shown in FIG. When the AC plug 2 is inserted into the AC outlet, the elastic pressing member 10 abuts against the wall surface around the AC outlet and is pressed, so that the elastic pressing member 10 is elastically immersed to a position substantially flush with the side surface thereof. The AC adapter unit 1
In this case, a rotational moment is applied in a direction of pushing upward with the AC plug 2 as a fulcrum. As a result, the entire charger to which the portable electronic device 7 is attached is AC
Despite being supported by the outlet, a large frictional resistance is provided by being stretched in the AC outlet, so that the AC outlet can be reliably prevented from coming off. In addition, since this charger has a configuration in which the AC adapter unit 1 and the holder unit 3 are integrated, all the conventional configurations for connecting to an AC commercial power supply such as an AC power cord can be omitted, and the conventional charging device can be omitted. A significant cost reduction can be achieved as compared with a vessel.

FIG. 3 is a schematic view showing a case where the AC plug 2 is used by connecting to an extension cord. The AC plug 2 connected to a commercial power supply through the extension cord is held and fixed at an angle of 0 degrees with respect to the AC adapter unit 1. , Holder part 3 is AC adapter part 1
Is held and fixed at an angle of 60 degrees. When the portable electronic device 7 is held and fixed in the holder unit 3 in this state, charging of the portable electronic device 7 is started. This charging is performed inside the AC adapter unit 1 or the portable electronic device 7.
The operation is performed until a full charge is detected by a charge control circuit provided inside. In this state, when the connection cable is connected to the data communication connector of the portable electronic device 7 and data communication is performed, the AC adapter unit performs data communication using a branch circuit or the like and electrically using a commercial power supply. At the same time, the portable electronic device 7 is charged using the surplus power.

In this embodiment, the angle of the holder section 3 with respect to the AC adapter section 1 is set to 60 degrees, but an unnecessary load is not applied to the connection cable connected to the data communication connector, and It is needless to say that the angle may be any angle at which the portable electronic device 7 can be safely held and fixed, and is not limited to 60 degrees.

FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram showing a case where the AC plug 2 is used by being connected to a power strip. The holder 3 is held and fixed at an angle of 60 degrees with respect to the AC adapter 1. When the portable electronic device 7 is held and fixed to the holder unit 3 in this state, charging of the portable electronic device 7 is started. This charging is performed until a full charge is detected by a charging control circuit provided inside the AC adapter unit 1 or inside the portable electronic device 7. In this state, when the connection cable is connected to the data communication connector of the portable electronic device 7 and data communication is performed, the AC adapter unit performs data communication using a branch circuit or the like and electrically using a commercial power supply. It enables the portable electronic device 7 using surplus power.
Charge.

In this case as well, the angle of the holder 3 with respect to the AC adapter 1 is set to 60 degrees. However, no unnecessary load is applied to the connection cable connected to the data communication connector, and the power strip is connected. Balances the front, back, left and right of the portable electronic device 7 safely.
It is needless to say that the angle can be fixed, and is not limited to 60 degrees. In addition, the portable electronic device 7
A projection 8 for supporting the electronic device may be provided on the holder portion 3 in order to securely hold the electronic device.

In the present embodiment, the notch 6 is provided in the holder portion 3. However, for the same purpose, a similar effect can be obtained even if a hole having a size for exposing the data communication connector is formed. Needless to say, this is obtained.

[0021]

As is clear from the description of the above embodiment, according to the present invention, data communication while charging is possible, and an AC power cord, an AC bushing thereof, and an AC power source such as an I / O connector body. Since the configuration for connecting to commercial power can be reduced, costs can be significantly reduced,
By setting the holder at 90 degrees to the AC adapter, it can be directly inserted into the AC outlet on the wall. Charging and data communication are possible without an extension cord, table tap, etc., making it extremely portable. An excellent charger can be provided.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is an external view of a charger according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a schematic view of a use state using an AC outlet according to the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a schematic view of a use state using an extension cord according to the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a use state using a table tap according to the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 AC adapter part 2 AC plug 3 Holder part 4 Charging terminal 5 Guide protrusion 6 Notch 7 Portable electronic device 10 Elastic pressing member

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[Submission date] May 19, 2000 (2005.1.
9)

[Procedure amendment 1]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Correction target item name] Full text

[Correction method] Change

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[Document Name] Statement

[Title of the Invention] Charger

[Claims]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a charger for charging a portable telephone or the like, and more particularly, to a charger which can be charged while performing data communication using the portable telephone or the like.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art In recent years, the market for portable telephones such as portable telephones and simplified wireless telephones called PHS has been rapidly expanding. Furthermore, the number of terminals capable of connecting a portable telephone or the like to a personal computer and performing data communication through a telephone line is increasing.

When performing data communication using a portable telephone or the like, the data communication time is limited due to the battery life of the portable telephone.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, a portable telephone is conventionally connected to a personal computer via a modem as shown in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 10-116666, and the portable telephone is mounted on a holder (housing). The connector from the holder. And the holder part is connected to the AC adapter part (power supply adapter) through another connection connector and connection cable.
By inserting the AC plug (insertion portion) of the AC adapter into an outlet, it is not necessary to worry about running out of the battery, so that the battery can be charged and data communication can be performed.

[0005]

However, in the above-mentioned conventional mechanism, since the AC adapter section and the holder section are separate, the number of parts such as cables and connectors is increased and the cost is increased. In addition, there have been many chargers in which the holder and the AC adapter are integrated, but data communication cannot be performed with these chargers. As an example of such a charger, Japanese Patent Application No. Hei.
No. 0-258860.

The present invention solves such a conventional problem. The AC adapter and the holder are integrated to reduce the number of parts, thereby reducing the cost. The AC on the wall can be rotated appropriately.
An object of the present invention is to provide a charger which can be directly connected to an outlet, an extension cord, a table tap, and the like , and which can perform data communication while charging .

[0007]

In order to achieve the above object, a battery charger of the present invention has a built-in charging or connection circuit, and has one side electrically connected to the charging or connection circuit to an AC commercial power supply. An AC adapter section in which an AC plug is rotatably provided and a holder section for holding and charging a portable electronic device such as a mobile phone are rotatably integrated. The holder is provided with a hole or a notch so that the data communication connector of the portable electronic device is exposed during charging. Preferably, the AC plug is rotatable by 180 degrees with respect to the AC adapter, and the holder is rotatable by 90 degrees with respect to the AC adapter.

As a result, the cost can be reduced and the AC on the wall can be reduced.
It is possible to provide a battery charger which can be directly connected to an outlet, an extension cord, a table tap, or the like, can perform data communication while being charged and can be reduced in size, and is excellent in portability.

[0009]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is an external view showing a charger according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a schematic view showing a use state, and FIGS. 3 and 4 are schematic views showing another use state.

In these figures, reference numeral 1 denotes an AC adapter unit, which electrically connects a charging circuit for controlling charging or an AC plug 2 to be described later and a portable electronic device 7 such as a mobile phone or PHS to be charged. And a connection circuit for connecting to the inside.

An AC plug 2 is connected to an AC commercial power supply to supply power to the portable electronic device. The AC plug 2 is rotatable 180 degrees from a state where it protrudes horizontally with respect to the AC adapter unit 1 to a state where it is housed inside. When the horizontally protruded state is defined as 0 degree,
When the angle is set to 0 degree, 90 degrees, and 180 degrees, a click force is given by a specific force, and the click feeling is held and fixed.

Reference numeral 3 denotes a holder, which is a portable electronic device 7.
Is held upright. A charging terminal 4 used for charging the portable electronic device 7 is provided on the bottom side of the holder portion 3, and on both sides, the portable electronic device 7 is securely inserted in a predetermined position and orientation. Guide projections 5 are provided. The holder portion 3 is provided with a notch 6 having a size such that at least the data communication connector of the portable electronic device 7 is exposed. The holder 3 is rotatable with respect to the AC adapter 1 by 90 degrees from a horizontal state to an orthogonal state.
When the angle is set to 90 degrees or 90 degrees, a click feeling is given with a specific force, and the object is held and fixed.

A case where the battery charger having such a configuration is used by being connected to the AC outlet, extension cord, and table tap on the wall will be described in detail.

FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of the case where the AC plug 2 connected to a commercial power supply through the AC outlet is held at an angle of 90 degrees with respect to the AC adapter unit 1 when used by connecting to an AC outlet on the wall. The holder 3 is held and fixed at an angle of 90 degrees with respect to the AC adapter 1. In this state, the portable electronic device 7 is attached to the holder 3.
, The charging of the portable electronic device 7 is started. This charging is performed until a full charge detection is performed by a charge control circuit provided inside the AC adapter unit 1 or inside the portable electronic device 7. In this state, when the connection cable is connected to the data communication connector of the portable electronic device 7 and data communication is performed, the AC adapter unit
Using a branch circuit or the like, data communication can be electrically performed using a commercial power supply, and the portable electronic device 7 is charged using surplus power.

When the charger is used by inserting an AC plug into an AC outlet on a wall, a rotational moment due to the weight of the charger itself and the weight of the portable electronic device 7 acts on the charger body. However, there arises a problem that the AC plug 2 easily falls off from the AC outlet. In order to solve this, it is desirable to provide an elastic pressing member 10 which protrudes toward the holder part 3 of the AC adapter part 1 and which can be moved in and out by elastic deformation as shown in FIG. When the AC plug 2 is inserted into the AC outlet, the elastic pressing member 10 abuts against the wall surface around the AC outlet and is pressed, so that the elastic pressing member 10 is elastically immersed to a position substantially flush with the side surface thereof. The AC adapter unit 1
In this case, a rotational moment is applied in a direction of pushing upward with the AC plug 2 as a fulcrum. As a result, the entire charger to which the portable electronic device 7 is attached is AC
Despite being supported by the outlet, a large frictional resistance is provided by being stretched in the AC outlet, so that the AC outlet can be reliably prevented from coming off. In addition, since this charger has a configuration in which the AC adapter unit 1 and the holder unit 3 are integrated, all the conventional configurations for connecting to an AC commercial power supply such as an AC power cord can be omitted, and the conventional charging device can be omitted. A significant cost reduction can be achieved as compared with a vessel.

FIG. 3 is a schematic view showing a case where the AC plug 2 is used by connecting to an extension cord. The AC plug 2 connected to a commercial power supply through the extension cord is held and fixed at an angle of 0 degrees with respect to the AC adapter unit 1. , Holder part 3 is AC adapter part 1
Is held and fixed at an angle of 60 degrees. When the portable electronic device 7 is held and fixed in the holder unit 3 in this state, charging of the portable electronic device 7 is started. This charging is performed inside the AC adapter unit 1 or the portable electronic device 7.
The operation is performed until a full charge is detected by a charge control circuit provided inside. In this state, when the connection cable is connected to the data communication connector of the portable electronic device 7 and data communication is performed, the AC adapter unit performs data communication using a branch circuit or the like and electrically using a commercial power supply. At the same time, the portable electronic device 7 is charged using the surplus power.

In this embodiment, the angle of the holder section 3 with respect to the AC adapter section 1 is set to 60 degrees, but an unnecessary load is not applied to the connection cable connected to the data communication connector, and It is needless to say that the angle may be any angle at which the portable electronic device 7 can be safely held and fixed, and is not limited to 60 degrees.

FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram showing a case where the AC plug 2 is connected to a power strip and used. The AC plug 2 connected to a commercial power supply through the power strip is held and fixed at an angle of 90 degrees with respect to the AC adapter unit 1. The holder 3 is held and fixed at an angle of 60 degrees with respect to the AC adapter 1. When the portable electronic device 7 is held and fixed in the holder unit 3 in this state, charging of the portable electronic device 7 is started. This charging is performed until a full charge detection is performed by a charge control circuit provided inside the AC adapter unit 1 or inside the portable electronic device 7. In this state, when the connection cable is connected to the data communication connector of the portable electronic device 7 and data communication is performed, the AC adapter unit performs data communication using a branch circuit or the like and electrically using a commercial power supply. It enables the portable electronic device 7 using surplus power.
Charge.

In this case as well, the angle of the holder 3 with respect to the AC adapter 1 is set to 60 degrees. However, no unnecessary load is applied to the connection cable connected to the data communication connector, and the power strip is connected. Balances the front, back, left and right of the portable electronic device 7 safely.
It is needless to say that the angle can be fixed, and is not limited to 60 degrees. In addition, the portable electronic device 7
A projection 8 for supporting the electronic device may be provided on the holder portion 3 in order to securely hold the electronic device.

In the present embodiment, the notch 6 is provided in the holder portion 3. However, for the same purpose, a similar effect can be obtained even if a hole having a size for exposing the data communication connector is formed. Needless to say, this is obtained.

[0021]

As is clear from the description of the above embodiment, according to the present invention, data communication while charging is possible, and an AC power cord, an AC bushing thereof, and an AC power source such as an I / O connector body. Since the configuration for connecting to commercial power can be reduced, costs can be significantly reduced,
By setting the holder at 90 degrees to the AC adapter, it can be directly inserted into the AC outlet on the wall. Charging and data communication are possible without an extension cord, table tap, etc., making it extremely portable. An excellent charger can be provided.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is an external view of a charger according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a schematic view of a use state using an AC outlet according to the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a schematic view of a use state using an extension cord according to the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a use state using a table tap according to the present invention.

[Description of Signs] 1 AC adapter section 2 AC plug 3 Holder section 4 Charging terminal 5 Guide projection 6 Notch 7 Portable electronic device 10 Elastic pressing member

Claims (4)

[Claims] A charging or connection circuit is built in, and on one side, an AC connecting the charging or connection circuit to an AC commercial power supply is provided.
A battery charger comprising: an AC adapter portion having a plug rotatably provided; and a holder portion for holding and charging a portable electronic device such as a mobile phone, which is rotatably integrated. 2. The battery charger according to claim 1, wherein the holder is provided with a hole or a notch so that a data communication connector of the portable electronic device is exposed during charging. 3. The charger according to claim 1, wherein the AC plug is rotatable by 180 degrees with respect to the AC adapter. 4. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the holder is rotatable by 90 degrees with respect to the AC adapter.
The charger according to any one of the above.