A water outlet device

Abstract

This invention discloses a water dispensing device, which includes a control device, a first audio sound-emitting unit, and a portable second audio sound-emitting unit. The first audio sound-emitting unit is installed in the control device, and the second audio sound-emitting unit is wirelessly connected to both the first audio sound-emitting unit and an audio source device to receive and play audio signals transmitted by the audio source device, and synchronously transmit the audio signals to the first audio sound-emitting unit for playback, thereby forming a TWS stereo system. Compared with the prior art, users do not need to bring their mobile phones into the bathroom to experience stereo sound effects, saving the trouble of bringing their mobile phones into the bathroom, and eliminating the worry of the mobile phones being damaged by moisture or water, resulting in a better user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of bathroom technology, specifically to a water outlet device. Background Technology

[0002] As living standards improve, people seek a more comfortable shower experience. Most of the smart showers on the market, in addition to digital displays and lights, are equipped with speakers to play music. When using the speaker function on the shower, users often need to bring their mobile phones into the bathroom to connect to the speakers, which is inconvenient. Furthermore, since the waterproof function of mobile phones usually cannot meet the requirements for use in the shower space, they are easily affected by moisture or water, which affects their service life. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the aforementioned defects or problems in the prior art and to provide a water outlet device that, compared to the prior art, allows users to experience stereo sound effects without bringing their mobile phones into the bathroom, thus improving the user experience.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: The first technical solution relates to a water dispensing device, which includes a control device, a first audio sound-emitting unit, and a portable second audio sound-emitting unit. The first audio sound-emitting unit is installed in the control device, and the second audio sound-emitting unit is connected to the first audio sound-emitting unit and the audio source device via wireless connection to receive and play the audio signal transmitted by the audio source device, and synchronously transmit the audio signal to the first audio sound-emitting unit for playback, thereby forming a TWS stereo system.

[0005] The second technical solution is based on the first technical solution, wherein the first audio sound-emitting unit includes two first speakers.

[0006] The third technical solution is based on the second technical solution, wherein the control device includes a first housing and a control module; the first speaker and the control module are installed in the first housing, and the two first speakers are respectively disposed on both sides of the control module along a second direction; the sound output plate of the first speaker and the first operation panel of the control module form part of the outer surface of the first housing along a first direction.

[0007] The fourth technical solution is based on the third technical solution, wherein the control device includes a first power supply module installed in the first housing, the control module includes a second housing and a fixing base, a first circuit board and a first pressure sensor installed in the second housing; the first circuit board is fixedly connected to the fixing base and electrically connected to the first power supply module, the first speaker and the first pressure sensor respectively, and the first pressure sensor is used to receive user operation and transmit signals to the first circuit board to control the first speaker.

[0008] The fifth technical solution is based on the fourth technical solution, wherein the second housing includes a sleeve, a first outer shell and a first base, the first outer shell and the first base are sealed together; the first pressure sensor is installed on the first outer shell, and the sleeve is fitted onto the first outer shell by secondary injection molding.

[0009] The sixth technical solution is based on the second technical solution, wherein the first speaker includes a first speaker unit and a passive radiator configured corresponding to the first speaker unit.

[0010] The seventh technical solution is based on the first technical solution, wherein the second audio sound-emitting unit includes a second power supply module, a Hall element and a second circuit board, the second power supply module supplies power to the second circuit board, and the Hall element is electrically connected to the second circuit board; the second audio sound-emitting unit is adapted to magnetically engage with the Hall element to send a signal to the second circuit board to activate the TWS mode.

[0011] The eighth technical solution is based on the seventh technical solution, and further includes a rod assembly, which is fixedly connected to the control device; the second audio sound-emitting unit is magnetically attached to the rod assembly or the control device.

[0012] The ninth technical solution is based on the seventh technical solution, wherein the second audio sound-emitting unit includes a third housing, a button assembly, and a second speaker unit; the third housing is provided with a first mounting groove, a third mounting cavity, and a second mounting groove in sequence along its axial direction; the second circuit board, the second power supply module, and the second speaker unit are sealed and installed in the third mounting cavity; the Hall element is installed in the second mounting groove; the second speaker unit and the button assembly are electrically connected to the second circuit board respectively, and the button assembly is installed in the first mounting groove and extends into the third mounting cavity, receiving user operation to control the function of the second speaker unit through the second circuit board.

[0013] The tenth technical solution is based on the ninth technical solution, wherein the third housing includes a second outer shell, a second base, and a sound outlet cover; the second outer shell is provided with the first mounting groove, the sound outlet cover is provided with the second mounting groove, and the second outer shell and the second base are fixedly connected to form the third mounting cavity; the button assembly shown is sealed with the groove wall of the first mounting groove to isolate the first mounting groove from the third mounting cavity; the second speaker unit is disposed close to the sound outlet cover and is sealed to the inner side wall of the third mounting cavity.

[0014] The eleventh technical solution is based on the ninth technical solution, wherein the button assembly includes a second operation panel and a silicone sleeve that are fixedly connected; the outer side wall of the silicone sleeve is sealed against the inner side wall of the first mounting groove, and extends into the third mounting cavity to abut against the tactile switch of the second circuit board; and / or the third housing also includes a silicone cover, which covers the second mounting groove and is sealed against the inner side wall of the second mounting groove.

[0015] As can be seen from the above description of the present invention, compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: In the first technical solution, the water dispensing device includes a control device, a first audio speaker unit mounted on the control device, and a portable second audio speaker unit. The second audio speaker unit is wirelessly connected to both the first audio speaker unit and the audio source device to receive and play audio signals transmitted from the audio source device, and simultaneously transmits audio signals to the first audio speaker unit for playback, thus forming a TWS stereo system. Therefore, when a user uses the water dispensing device, for example, when going to the bathroom to shower, they can first wirelessly connect the second audio speaker unit to an audio source device such as a mobile phone via Bluetooth or WiFi, open a music player on their phone to play music, and then bring the second audio speaker unit into the bathroom. Turning on the first audio unit activates a wireless connection between the second and first audio units, enabling TWS mode. Music played by the second audio unit is simultaneously played from the first audio unit, creating a stereo system. Compared to existing technologies, the second audio unit is portable, eliminating the need for users to bring their phones into the bathroom to experience stereo sound, saving them the hassle of carrying their phones and eliminating concerns about moisture or water damage. Furthermore, the second audio unit can be used as a standalone speaker, such as attaching it to the back of a phone as an external speaker unit, or placing it in any corner of the room, offering greater flexibility and convenience and enhancing the user experience.

[0016] In the second technical solution, a stereo system is composed of a second audio sound-generating unit and two first speakers. Compared with using one or three or more first speakers, the resulting stereo system has a higher cost-performance ratio.

[0017] In the third technical solution, two first speakers are respectively arranged on both sides of the control module along the second direction. The sound output board of the first speaker and the first operation panel of the control module form part of the outer surface of the first housing along the first direction, making the overall structure of the control device more compact and beautiful. The sound output board and the first operation panel can be set to face the user, which can obtain better sound effect and facilitate user operation.

[0018] In the fourth technical solution, the user operation is received by the first pressure sensor and the signal is transmitted to the first circuit board to control the first audio sound unit, which provides a better operating feel.

[0019] In the fifth technical solution, the first outer shell and the first base are sealed together. The superimposed shell sleeve is fitted onto the first outer shell through secondary injection molding, forming a double seal, which provides waterproof protection for components such as the fixing seat, the first circuit board and the first pressure sensor installed in the second outer shell.

[0020] In the sixth technical solution, the first speaker includes a first speaker unit and a corresponding passive radiator, which can achieve better bass sound effects.

[0021] In the seventh technical solution, the second audio sound unit is adapted to use magnetic attraction to enable the Hall element to send a signal to the second circuit board to activate the TWS mode, thereby connecting with the first audio sound unit via Bluetooth to enter the TWS stereo mode, and synchronously transmitting the audio signal to the first audio sound unit, resulting in a faster response speed.

[0022] In the eighth technical solution, the second audio sound-generating unit is magnetically attached to the rod assembly or control device, which can trigger a signal with the Hall element and connect to the rod assembly or control device, making it more convenient to use.

[0023] The ninth technical solution provides a structure for a second audio sound unit. The structure is relatively simple and compact. The third housing provides a good waterproof seal for the functional components installed on it. Users can confidently bring the second audio sound unit into the bathroom without worrying about it being damaged by moisture or water ingress.

[0024] In the tenth technical solution, one end of the third mounting cavity is sealed to the wall of the first mounting groove through the button assembly, thereby isolating it from the first mounting groove. The other end is sealed to the inner wall of the third mounting cavity through the second speaker unit, thereby isolating it from the second mounting groove. This provides a good waterproof effect for the second circuit board, the second power supply module, the second speaker unit, and other components installed therein, and the structure is relatively compact.

[0025] The eleventh technical solution provides a waterproof sealing structure for a first mounting groove and / or a second mounting groove. The first mounting groove and the second mounting groove are waterproof sealed by silicone sleeves and / or silicone caps, respectively. The sealing structure is relatively simple. Combined with the waterproof sealing structure of the third mounting cavity, the overall waterproof performance of the second audio sound unit can reach the IPX7 level. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings used in the following description of the embodiments are briefly introduced. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a first-view perspective view of the water outlet device in the embodiment; Figure 2 This is a second-view perspective view of the water outlet device in the embodiment; Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the water outlet device in the embodiment; Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the first housing in the embodiment; Figure 5 This is a first-view perspective perspective view of the control device in the embodiment; Figure 6 This is a second-view perspective perspective view of the control device in the embodiment; Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the control module in the embodiment; Figure 8 This is a perspective view of the first outer shell in the embodiment; Figure 9 This is a first-view perspective perspective view of the mounting bracket in the embodiment; Figure 10 This is a second-view perspective view of the fixing base in the embodiment; Figure 11 This is a perspective view of the first circuit board in the embodiment; Figure 12 This is a perspective view of the first base in the embodiment; Figure 13 for Figure 12 Enlarged view of Part I; Figure 14 This is a cross-sectional view of the control module in the embodiment; Figure 15 for Figure 14 Enlarged view of Part II; Figure 16 This is a perspective view of the second audio output unit in the embodiment; Figure 17This is an exploded view of the second audio sound-generating unit in the embodiment; Figure 18 This is a longitudinal sectional view of the second audio output unit in the embodiment; Figure 19 This is a first-view perspective perspective view of the second outer shell in the embodiment; Figure 20 This is a second-view perspective perspective view of the second outer shell in the embodiment; Figure 21 for Figure 20 Enlarged view of Part III; Figure 22 This is a first-view perspective perspective view of the second operation panel in the embodiment; Figure 23 This is a second-view perspective perspective view of the second operation panel in the embodiment; Figure 24 for Figure 23 Enlarged view of Part IV; Figure 25 This is a first-view perspective perspective view of the silicone sleeve in the embodiment; Figure 26 This is a second-view perspective perspective view of the silicone sleeve in the embodiment; Figure 27 for Figure 26 Enlarged view of the V-section; Figure 28 This is a first-view perspective perspective view of the second base in the embodiment; Figure 29 This is a second-view perspective perspective view of the second base in the embodiment; Figure 30 This is a perspective view of the second circuit board in the embodiment; Figure 31 This is a first-view perspective perspective view of the sound outlet cover in the embodiment; Figure 32 This is a second-view perspective perspective view of the sound-emitting cover in the embodiment; Figure 33 This is a perspective view of the silicone cover in the embodiment.

[0028] Explanation of key figure labels: First speaker 1, first speaker unit 11, passive radiator 12, soundboard 13; control module 2, housing 21, first operation panel 211, first button area 2111, second button area 2112, display area 2113, first outer shell 22, first receiving cavity 221, first connecting post 2211, second connecting post 2212, first through hole 2213, second through hole 2214, first plug-in part 222; first base 23, connecting cavity 231, third connecting post 2311, second plug-in hole 2312, sealing groove 232, fixing base 24, second receiving cavity 241, protrusion 2411, support surface 2412, first fixing post 2413, first guide post 2414, first connecting... 242, second connecting part 243, first insertion hole 244, first clearance opening 245, abutment mating surface 246, first circuit board 25, first connecting hole 251, guide hole 252, second clearance opening 253, pressure sensor 26, first pressure sensor 261, second pressure sensor 262; first seal 27, display screen 28; first housing 3, top cover 31, housing base 32, first mounting cavity 33, first cavity opening 331, second mounting cavity 34; first power supply module 4; valve body assembly 5, temperature regulating valve 51, electromagnetic water distribution valve 52; third housing 6, second outer shell 61, partition 611, third through hole 6111, first mounting groove 612, first protrusion 612 1. Third receiving cavity 613, fourth connecting post 6131, second fixing post 6132, second guide post 6133, slot 6134, fourth through hole 6135, fifth through hole 6136, first annular abutment surface 6137; second base 62, convex ring 621, through hole 622, annular wall 623, first fixing groove 624, annular groove 625, fifth connecting post 6251, second connecting hole 6252, sixth connecting post 626, third connecting hole 6261, protrusion 6262; sound cover 63, sound hole 631, seventh connecting post 632, fourth connecting hole 6321, socket 6322, second mounting groove 633, second fixing groove 6331, fixing hole 6332; silicon 64. Adhesive cap; 641. Second protrusion; 65. Third mounting cavity; 7. Button assembly; 71. Second operation panel; 711. Operation surface; 712. First protrusion; 7121. Guide protrusion; 713. Silicone sleeve; 72. Sixth through hole; 721. Second protrusion; 722. Concave hole; 7221. Guide groove; 7222. Groove; 723. Third protrusion; 724. Second circuit board; 8. Tactile switch; 81. Through hole; 82. Guide hole; 83. Charging connector; 84. Charging indicator light; 85. Second power supply module; 9. Second speaker unit; 10. Hall element; 20. Second audio sound unit; 100. Rod assembly; 200. Outer tube; 2001. Inner tube; 2002. Top shower head; 300. Hand shower head; 400. Hose; 500. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are preferred embodiments of the present invention and should not be considered as excluding other embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0030] Unless otherwise expressly defined, the use of terms such as "first," "second," or "third" in the claims, description, and accompanying drawings of this invention is for distinguishing different objects and not for describing a specific order.

[0031] Unless otherwise expressly defined, in the claims, description, and accompanying drawings of this invention, the use of directional terms such as "center," "lateral," "longitudinal," "horizontal," "vertical," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise" to indicate orientation or positional relationships is based on the orientation and positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and is only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and is not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting the specific scope of protection of this invention.

[0032] Unless otherwise expressly defined, the terms "fixed connection" or "fixed connection" used in the claims, description and drawings of this invention should be interpreted broadly to refer to any connection in which there is no displacement or relative rotation relationship between the two parties, including non-removable fixed connection, detachable fixed connection, integral connection and fixed connection by other means or components.

[0033] In the claims, description and the above drawings of this invention, the terms "WiFi" stand for Wireless Fidelity, "NFC" stands for Near Field Communication, and "TWS" stands for True Wireless Stereo. In the claims, description and accompanying drawings of this invention, the terms "comprising," "having," and variations thereof are used to mean "including but not limited to."

[0034] Example See Figure 1-3The figure shows a water outlet device of this embodiment, specifically a shower, which is suitable for installation on the wall of a bathroom; the water outlet device includes a first audio sound unit, a portable second audio sound unit 100, a control device, a rod assembly 200, a top shower head 300, a hand shower head 400, and a lower water outlet (not shown in the figure).

[0035] The first audio sound unit is mounted on the control device. In this embodiment, the first audio sound unit has two first speakers 1, each of which includes a Bluetooth module. The control device is fixedly connected to the rod assembly 200. Specifically, the control device includes a first housing 3, a control module 2, a first power supply module 4, and a valve body assembly 5. The first housing 3 includes a top cover 31 and a housing seat 32. The rod assembly 200 includes an outer tube 2001 and an inner tube 2002 passing through the outer tube 2001. The outer tube 2001 is fixed on the top cover 31 so that the inner tube 2002 is connected to the corresponding water outlet of the valve body assembly 5. The overhead shower head 300 is fixedly connected to the outer tube 2001 to connect to the inner tube 2002. The handheld shower head 400 is movably mounted on the outer tube 2001 through the shower head seat of the outer tube 2001 and is connected to the corresponding water outlet of the valve body assembly 5 through a hose 500.

[0036] The second audio unit 100 magnetically attaches to the rod assembly. The second audio unit 100 wirelessly connects to both the first audio unit and the audio source device to receive and play the audio signal transmitted by the audio source device, and synchronously transmits the audio signal to the first audio unit for playback, thus creating stereo sound. Specifically, in this embodiment, the outer tube 2001 is equipped with a magnet, and the second audio unit 100 magnetically attaches to the outer tube 2001. The second audio unit 100 connects to a mobile phone via Bluetooth to receive and play audio signals. When the second audio unit 100 magnetically attaches to the outer tube 2001, it activates TWS mode to connect to the two first speakers 1 via Bluetooth, transmitting the received audio signals to the two first speakers 1. This allows the user to enjoy stereo sound by opening a music app on their mobile phone. TWS (True Wireless Stereo) mode... WirelsssStereo True Wireless Stereo is a technology that utilizes wireless technology to enable two independent audio devices (such as headphones or speakers) to work together, outputting the left and right channels of stereo sound respectively, thereby achieving a stereo system without physical cables. This is existing technology and will not be elaborated upon here. In other embodiments, the second audio unit 100 can also be magnetically connected to a control device or other fixed objects in the bathroom, as long as it can trigger TWS pairing with the first speaker 1. In other embodiments, the audio source device can be an electronic device capable of playing audio, such as a tablet or laptop. When the second audio unit 100 has a WiFi module, it can also connect to a mobile phone or computer via WiFi.

[0037] See Figure 4 The top cover 31 and the housing 32 are fixedly connected to form a first mounting cavity 33 and a second mounting cavity 34 that communicate with each other in a first direction. When the user faces the control device, the first mounting cavity 33 is located on the side closer to the user. The first mounting cavity 33 is provided with a first cavity opening 331 facing the user in a first direction. The first direction is the direction that is parallel to the user's line of sight and perpendicular to the wall where the control device is located when the user faces the control device.

[0038] See Figure 5The control module 2 and the two first speakers 1 are fixed in the first mounting cavity 33. Specifically, the control module 2 is located in the middle of the first mounting cavity 33 along the second direction, and the two first speakers 1 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the control module 2 along the second direction. The sound output plate 13 of the first speaker 1 and the first operation panel 211 of the control module 2 are exposed in the first cavity opening 331. The second direction is perpendicular to the horizontal direction of the first direction. The first power supply module 4 is disposed in the second mounting cavity 34 to supply power to the control module 2 and the first audio sound unit. In this embodiment, the first power supply module 4 is a battery or a battery pack. The valve body assembly 5 is installed in the second mounting cavity 34. The valve body assembly 5 includes a temperature regulating valve 51 and an electromagnetic water distribution valve 52. The water outlet of the temperature regulating valve 51 is connected to the water inlet of the electromagnetic water distribution valve 52. The water outlet of the temperature regulating valve 51 is provided with a temperature sensor. The control module 2 is electrically connected to the first speaker 1, the electromagnetic water distribution valve 52 and the temperature sensor respectively.

[0039] like Figure 3 , 6 As shown, in this embodiment, the first speaker 1 includes a first speaker unit 11 and a passive radiator 12 corresponding to the first speaker unit 11, so as to make the bass sound effect of the first speaker 1 better; in this embodiment, the cross-section of the first speaker 1 parallel to the first direction is approximately triangular, and its sound outlet plate 13 is inclined downward relative to the first direction along a third direction, so that the sound outlet 631 faces the user, resulting in better sound effect, and when water droplets fall on the sound outlet plate 13, they can quickly slide off under the action of gravity to avoid water ingress; wherein, the third direction is perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction; the outer surface of the first speaker 1 in this embodiment has a waterproof coating to avoid the influence of water.

[0040] See Figure 7 As shown in the figure, the control module 2 includes a second housing, a mounting base 24, a first circuit board 25, a pressure sensor 26, a first sealing element 27, and a display screen 28 installed inside the second housing. The first power supply module 4 is electrically connected to the first circuit board 25, which is electrically connected to the pressure sensor 26, the display screen 28, the first speaker 1, the temperature sensor, and the electromagnetic water distribution valve 52. The temperature sensor transmits the water temperature signal sensed at the outlet of the temperature regulating valve 51 to the first circuit board 25, which processes the signal and outputs the water temperature value to the display screen 28. The pressure sensor 26 includes a first pressure sensor 261 and a second pressure sensor 262. The first pressure sensor 261 receives user operations and transmits signals to the first circuit board 25 to control the first speaker 1. The second pressure sensor 262 receives user operations to control the electromagnetic water distribution valve 52 to open and close the corresponding water path. In this embodiment, the first pressure sensor 261 and the second pressure sensor 262 are each provided with three sensing elements.

[0041] In this embodiment, the second housing includes a sleeve 21, a first outer shell 22, and a first base 23. The longitudinal sections of both the sleeve 21 and the first outer shell 22, parallel to the first direction, are approximately triangular. The sleeve 21 is used to fit the first outer shell 22 along the first direction. The sleeve 21 is made of a light-transmitting material and has a first operation panel 211. The first operation panel 211 is inclined downwards along a third direction relative to the first direction. The middle position of the first operation panel 211 along the second direction is a display area 2113, and the two sides of the display area 2113 along the second direction are a first button area 2111 and a second button area 2112, respectively. In this embodiment, both the first button area 2111 and the second button area 2112 are provided with pressing parts. Specifically, the first button area 2111 includes a first pressing part. The first speaker 1 is powered on by pressing and holding both the first and second presses. The second button area 2112 includes a fourth, fifth, and sixth presses, which correspond to the overhead shower head 300, the bottom water outlet, and the handheld shower head 400, respectively. In this embodiment, the first speaker 1 also includes an NFC module. The first button area 2111 also includes a third press. The first pressure sensor 261 has a sensing element corresponding to the third press and the NFC module. Users can also tap the third press with an NFC-enabled mobile phone to establish a Bluetooth connection between the first speaker 1 and the mobile phone via NFC sensing. In this embodiment, the shell 21 is fitted with the first outer shell 22 through secondary injection molding to enhance the sealing performance.

[0042] See Figure 8 The first housing 22 has a first receiving cavity 221 recessed inward along a second direction away from the second mounting cavity 34. The inner sidewall of the first receiving cavity 221 extends out of its cavity opening to form an annular first insertion portion 222. The two inner sidewalls of the first receiving cavity 221 opposite each other along a third direction are provided with a first connecting post 2211 and a second connecting post 2212 spaced apart along the second direction. The inner sidewall corresponding to the first operation panel 211 is provided with a first groove and a second groove. The first groove is located in the middle along the second direction and is provided with a first through hole 2213 corresponding to the display area 2113. The display screen 28 is mounted on the first... The first pressure sensor 26 is installed in the first slot and the information is displayed through the first through hole 2213. The second slot is used to install the pressure sensor 26. In this embodiment, there are two second slots, which are arranged on both sides of the first slot along the second direction. The second slot is provided with a second through hole 2214. In this embodiment, each second slot is provided with three second through holes 2214. The first pressure sensor 26 and the second pressure sensor 26 are respectively installed in the two second slots. Each sensing element protrudes from each second through hole 2214 to correspond to the corresponding pressing part, thereby receiving the user's operation. In this embodiment, the material of the first outer shell 22 is a high hardness material.

[0043] See Figure 9The fixing seat 24 is adapted to be installed in the first receiving cavity 221, which has a second receiving cavity 241 recessed inward toward the first outer shell 22 along the second direction. The inner sidewall of the second receiving cavity 241 is provided with a plurality of protrusions 2411 along the second direction. A support surface 2412 is provided at the end of each protrusion 2411 away from the first operating panel 211 along the third direction. A plurality of first fixing posts 2413 and first guide posts 2414 are respectively provided near the middle position of the bottom wall of the second receiving cavity 241. The first guide posts 2414 are radially connected to the first fixing posts 2413. In this embodiment, the number of first guide posts 2414 and first fixing posts 2413 are two each. (See also...) Figure 10 The second receiving cavity 241 has its cavity end faces on both sides extending in opposite directions along the third direction to form a first connecting portion 242 and a second connecting portion 243. The first connecting portion 242 and the second connecting portion 243 are respectively provided with first insertion holes 244 that pass through the first direction along the second direction. The first insertion holes 244 cooperate with the second connecting post 2212 to fix the fixing seat 24 to the first housing 22 with screws. The first connecting portion 242 and the second connecting portion 243 are also respectively provided with first clearance openings 245 to allow the first connecting post 2211 to pass through. The outer wall of the fixing seat 24 facing the second groove forms an abutment mating surface 246. When the fixing seat 24 is fixed to the first receiving cavity 221, the abutment mating surface 246 abuts against the corresponding end face of the pressure sensor 26. Since the first housing 22 is made of a high-hardness material, the pressure sensor 26 can better capture pressure change values ​​and operate more nimbly.

[0044] See Figure 11 The first circuit board 25 is provided with a first connecting hole 251 and a guide hole 252. The first circuit board 25 is assembled onto the fixing base 24 and fixed by cooperating with the first fixing post 2413 through the first connecting hole 251 and the first guide post 2414 through the guide hole 252. In this embodiment, the first circuit board 25 is coated with a three-proof paint to protect the first circuit board 25. In this embodiment, the first circuit board 25 is provided with a second clearance opening 253 corresponding to the first clearance opening 245 so that the first connecting post 2211 can pass through.

[0045] See Figure 12 , 13 The first base 23 is provided with a connecting cavity 231. The bottom wall of the connecting cavity 231 is provided with a third connecting post 2311 along the circumference. The third connecting post 2311 is provided with a second insertion hole 2312, which cooperates with the first connecting post 2211. The first base 23 is provided with a sealing groove 232 around the connecting cavity 231. The sealing groove 232 is used to install the first sealing element 27 and is inserted into the first insertion part 222.

[0046] See Figure 7 , 14-15. When assembling the control module 2, the pressure sensor 26 and the display screen 28 are installed on the first outer shell 22 covered with the housing 21. Then, the first circuit board 25 coated with conformal coating is installed on the fixing base 24. Next, the first sealing member 27 is installed into the first base 23. Finally, the first base 23 is fixedly connected to the first outer shell 22.

[0047] See Figure 1 , 3 When assembling the control device, after installing the control module 2 and the first speaker 1 in the first mounting cavity 33, and the first power supply module 4 and the valve body assembly 5 in the second mounting cavity 34, the first power supply module 4 is electrically connected to the first speaker 1 and the first circuit board 25 respectively, and the assembly is completed.

[0048] See Figure 16-18 As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, the second audio sound-emitting unit 100 is a speaker, which is cylindrical; the second audio sound-emitting unit 100 includes a third housing 6 and a button assembly 7, a second circuit board 8, a second power supply module 9, a second speaker unit 10, and a Hall element 20 sequentially mounted on the third housing 6 along its axial direction; the third housing 6 includes a second outer shell 61, a second base 62, and a sound outlet cover 63; the button assembly 7 includes a second operation panel 71 and a silicone sleeve 72, which receives user operation to control the function of the second speaker unit 10 through the second circuit board 8; the second power supply module 9 supplies power to the second circuit board 8, and the second circuit board 8 is electrically connected to the button assembly 7, the second speaker unit 10, and the Hall element 20, and the second circuit board 8 is equipped with a Bluetooth chip; in this embodiment, the second power supply module 9 is a battery or a battery pack.

[0049] See Figure 19-21 ,like Figure 19 As shown, the second outer shell 61 is a hollow cylinder, and its cavity is provided with a radially arranged partition 611 to divide the cavity into a first mounting groove 612 and a third receiving cavity 613 distributed axially. The first mounting groove 612 is used to mount the button assembly 7. Two axially opposite sides of the partition 611 form the bottom walls of the first mounting groove 612 and the third receiving cavity 613, respectively. The partition 611 is provided with a third through hole 6111 circumferentially to connect the first mounting groove 612 and the third receiving cavity 613. The bottom wall of the first mounting groove 612 is provided with a first protrusion 6121 circumferentially. Figure 20 As shown, the bottom wall of the third receiving cavity 613 is provided with a fourth connecting post 6131 along the circumferential direction near the radial outer edge, and the fourth connecting post 6131 is connected to the inner sidewall of the third receiving cavity 613 radially; the bottom wall of the third receiving cavity 613 is also provided with a second fixing post 6132 and a second guide post 6133 along the circumferential direction, and the second guide post 6133 is connected to the inner sidewall of the third receiving cavity 613 radially; the bottom wall of the third receiving cavity 613 is also provided with a slot 6134; as Figure 21As shown, the slot 6134 has a fourth through hole 6135 that extends radially through, and a fifth through hole 6136 that extends radially through is provided above the slot 6134; in this embodiment, the inner wall of the third receiving cavity 613 is provided with a first annular abutment surface 6137 in the circumferential direction near its cavity opening.

[0050] See Figure 22-24 ,like Figure 22 As shown, among the two axially opposed surfaces of the second operation panel 71, the surface opposite to the silicone sleeve 72 is the operation surface 711. The operation surface 711 has function indicator icons along its circumference, namely, a first icon and a second icon, and a third icon and a fourth icon, which are radially opposite to each other, corresponding to the power switch, Bluetooth connection, music rewind, and music fast forward, respectively. A fifth icon is located at the center of the operation surface 711, indicating the NFC connection position. Audio source devices such as mobile phones that support NFC can quickly establish a connection with the second audio unit 100 by touching the fifth icon; for example... Figure 23 As shown, the surface of the second operation panel 71 facing the silicone sleeve 72 is provided with a plurality of first protrusions 712 along the circumference, each corresponding to a function indicator icon; the center of the surface of the second operation panel 71 facing the silicone sleeve 72 is provided with a protruding shaft 713 corresponding to the NFC icon; as shown Figure 24 As shown in this embodiment, one of the first protrusions 712 has a guide protrusion 7121 on its outer side wall.

[0051] See Figure 25-27 ,like Figure 25 As shown, the silicone sleeve 72 has a sixth through hole 721 along its circumference, and its surface facing the first mounting groove 612 has a second protrusion 722 along its circumference. The second protrusion 722 and the sixth through hole 721 are spaced apart along their circumference. Figure 26 As shown, the second protrusion 722 has a recess 7221, which opens onto the surface of the silicone sleeve 72 facing the second operation panel 71; the silicone sleeve 72 has a groove 723 at its center on the surface facing the second operation panel 71, and a third protrusion 724 is also provided circumferentially on this surface, with the third protrusion 724 located radially near the sixth through hole 721; as shown Figure 27 As shown, a guide groove 7222 is provided on the inner wall of one of the recesses 7221.

[0052] When assembling the button assembly 7, after aligning the guide protrusion 7121 with the guide groove 7222, insert the first protrusion 712 into the concave hole 7221 so that the second operation panel 71 and the silicone sleeve 72 are connected. At this time, the protrusion shaft 713 is inserted into the groove 723, and the third protrusion 724 abuts against the corresponding surface of the second operation panel 71, playing a positioning and support role.

[0053] When installing the button assembly 7, the second protrusion 722 is inserted into the third through hole 6111, so that the button assembly 7 is inserted into the first mounting groove 612. At this time, the second protrusion 722 passes through the third through hole 6111 and is exposed in the third receiving cavity 613. The first protrusion 6121 is inserted into the sixth through hole 721. The outer side wall of the second operation panel 71 and the outer side wall of the silicone sleeve 72 are both in contact with the inner side wall of the first mounting groove 612. In this embodiment, the silicone sleeve 72 is sealed to the inner side wall of the first mounting groove 612 by secondary encapsulation, so that the first mounting groove 612 and the third receiving cavity 613 are isolated, further improving the sealing and waterproof performance. It should be noted that the secondary encapsulation of the silicone sleeve 72 is not a necessary option.

[0054] See Figures 28-29 As shown in the figure, the second base 62 is a hollow cylinder with a convex ring 621 on its outer side wall and a through hole 622 at the center of its bottom wall. An annular wall 623, coaxial with the outer side wall, surrounds the through hole 622. The bottom wall and the annular wall 623 form a first fixing groove 624, which is used to install the second speaker unit 10. An annular groove 625 is formed between the annular wall 623 and the outer side wall. A fifth connecting post 6251 is provided circumferentially in the annular groove 625. The fifth connecting post 6251 has a second connecting hole 6252 that passes through the axial direction. A sixth connecting post 626 is provided circumferentially on the outer bottom wall of the second base 62 away from the second outer shell 61. A third connecting hole 6261 is provided at the center of the sixth connecting post 626. The outer side wall of the sixth connecting post 626 has a radially outward protrusion 6262.

[0055] When assembling the second outer shell 61 and the second base 62, the fourth connecting post 6131 is inserted into the second connecting hole 6252, so that the second outer shell 61 and the second abutting insertion are made. At this time, the convex ring 621 abuts against the first annular abutting surface 6137, and the annular groove 625 and the first fixing groove 624 are connected axially to the third receiving cavity 613 to form the third mounting cavity 65. In this embodiment, the second outer shell 61 and the outer wall of the outer side are fixed by welding at the joint with the outer wall of the second base 62 so that the third mounting cavity 65 is sealed and waterproof.

[0056] In this embodiment, the second circuit board 8, the second power supply module 9, and the second speaker unit 10 are installed in the third mounting cavity 65; see also Figure 30The second circuit board 8 has a tactile switch 81 on its surface facing the first mounting groove 612. The second circuit board 8 has through holes 82 and guide holes 83 along its circumference, respectively cooperating with the second fixing post 6132 and the second guide post 6133, to fix the second circuit board 8 in the third mounting cavity 65. At this time, the tactile switch 81 abuts against the second protrusion 722. When the user presses the function indicator icon on the operation surface 711 of the second operation panel 71, the first protrusion 712 acts on the corresponding tactile switch 81 through the second protrusion 722 to trigger the corresponding function. In this embodiment, the second audio unit 100 also includes a TYPE-C charging connector 84 and a charging indicator light 85 electrically connected to the second circuit board 8. The charging connector 84 can also be other commonly used interfaces such as Micro USB. The charging connector 84 is located at the fifth through hole 6136, and the charging indicator light 85 is installed in the slot 6134 and exposed in the fourth through hole 6135 to display the charging status of the second power supply module 9, for example, a red light indicates charging, and a green light indicates full charging. See also... Figure 18 The second speaker unit 10 is installed in the first fixing groove 624 and abuts against the bottom wall of the first fixing groove 624. In this embodiment, the outer side wall of the second speaker unit 10 and the inner side wall of the first fixing groove 624 are sealed by multiple layers of glue, so that the third mounting cavity 65 forms multiple seals and has better waterproof performance; the second power supply module 9 is installed axially between the second speaker unit 10 and the second circuit board 8.

[0057] See Figures 31-32 ,like Figure 31 As shown, the sound outlet cover 63 is a hollow cylinder with a sound outlet hole 631 circumferentially arranged on its side wall and a seventh connecting post 632 circumferentially arranged on its bottom wall. The seventh connecting post 632 has a fourth connecting hole 6321 that extends axially through it, and one of the fourth connecting holes 6321 has an insertion slot 6322 on its side wall; as Figure 32 As shown, the outer bottom wall of the sound cover 63 is provided with a second mounting groove 633, and the center of the second mounting groove 633 is provided with a second fixing groove 6331 for mounting the Hall element 20. The fourth connecting hole 6321 is located radially between the inner side wall of the second mounting groove 633 and the outer side wall of the second fixing groove 6331. The second mounting groove 633 is also provided with a fixing hole 6332 between its inner side wall and the outer side wall of the second fixing groove 6331.

[0058] When assembling the combination of the speaker cover 63, the second base 62, and the second outer shell 61, align the protrusion 6262 with the insertion port 6322, and then insert the sixth connecting post 626 into the fourth connecting hole 6321, so that the speaker cover 63 and the second base 62 are inserted and engaged. At this time, the side wall end face of the speaker cover 63 abuts and engages with the corresponding end face of the side wall of the second outer shell 61. Then, use screws to pass through the fourth connecting hole 6321 and the third connecting hole 6261 to fix the speaker cover 63 and the second base 62 together.

[0059] See Figure 17 In this embodiment, the third housing 6 also includes a silicone cover 64, such as... Figure 33 As shown, the silicone cover 64 has a second protrusion 641 on the surface facing the sound outlet cover 63 that mates with the fixing hole 6332, so that the silicone cover 64 seals and covers the second mounting groove 633 and abuts against the inner wall of the second mounting groove 633, and abuts against the Hall element 20 to fix it in the second fixing groove 6331; silicone has good waterproof and insulating properties. In other embodiments, other covers made of materials commonly used in the art, such as rubber or plastic, with waterproof properties can also be used to cover the second fixing groove 6331.

[0060] When using the device, the user can first connect the second audio speaker unit 100 to a mobile phone or other audio source device via Bluetooth outside the bathroom, such as in the living room or bedroom. Then, the user can open a music app to play music before bringing the second audio speaker unit 100 into the bathroom, thus avoiding the inconvenience of bringing the mobile phone into the bathroom and eliminating concerns about the phone being damaged by moisture or water. Next, the user simultaneously presses and holds the first and second pressing parts to power on the first speaker 1. Then, the user attaches the second audio speaker unit 100 to the part of the outer tube 2001 where the magnet is located. At this time, the Hall element 20 of the second audio speaker unit 100 senses the magnet, generates a signal through the Hall effect, and sends it to the second circuit board 8, enabling the second audio speaker unit 100 to activate TWS mode. The second audio speaker unit 100 automatically pairs with the two first speakers 1 to establish a Bluetooth connection, and the second audio speaker unit 100 synchronously transmits the received audio signal to the two first speakers 1. The speaker 1 forms a TWS stereo system. Since the second audio sound unit 100 and the two first speakers 1 include three channels, and the second audio sound unit 100 has a second speaker unit 10, and each first speaker 1 includes a first speaker unit 11 and a passive radiator 12, that is, the two first speaker units 11, the two passive radiators 12 and the second speaker unit 10 form five sound units. Therefore, the second audio sound unit 100 and the two first speakers 1 constitute a three-channel five-unit stereo system with better stereo sound effects. Users can press the first or second press to lower or raise the volume, or press the fourth, fifth or sixth press to select the corresponding water outlet mode by controlling the electromagnetic water valve 52. After showering, users can also take the second audio sound unit 100 out of the bathroom for independent use as an external speaker unit for audio source devices such as mobile phones, thus expanding the usage scenarios.

[0061] Compared with the prior art, this embodiment has the following beneficial effects: In this embodiment, the water outlet device includes a control device, a first audio sound unit mounted on the control device, and a portable second audio sound unit 100. The first audio sound unit includes two first speakers 1 arranged along a second direction, each first speaker 1 including a first horn unit 11 and a passive radiator 12. The second audio sound unit 100 is wirelessly connected to a mobile phone via Bluetooth to receive and play audio signals transmitted from the mobile phone. Simultaneously, the second audio sound unit 100 connects to the two first speakers 1 via Bluetooth to enter TWS mode, forming a three-channel, five-unit stereo sound. Therefore, when a user wants to take a shower in the bathroom, they can first connect their mobile phone to the second audio sound unit 100 via Bluetooth. The connection is established by opening a music app on a mobile phone and playing music. The second audio unit 100 receives the audio signal transmitted by the mobile phone and plays it out. Then, the second audio unit 100 is brought into the bathroom, and the first speaker 1 is turned on. When the second audio unit 100 is magnetically attached to the outer tube 2001, it activates TWS mode to connect with the first speaker 1 via Bluetooth, thereby synchronously transmitting the audio signal to the first speaker 1 for playback. Compared with existing technologies, users can experience the stereo effect of three channels and five units without bringing their mobile phones into the bathroom, eliminating the hassle of bringing their mobile phones into the bathroom and eliminating concerns about moisture or water damage to the mobile phones, thus improving the user experience.

[0062] In this embodiment, two first speakers 1 are symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the control module 2 facing the user, with the sound output board 13 and the first operation panel 211 facing the user, which can obtain better stereo sound effects and facilitate user operation.

[0063] In this embodiment, the first speaker 1 includes a first speaker unit 11 and a passive radiator 12 configured accordingly, which can obtain better bass sound effects.

[0064] In this embodiment, the control module 2 includes a first pressure sensor 26 for controlling the first speaker 1, a second pressure sensor 26 for controlling the electromagnetic water distribution valve 52, and a display screen 28 for displaying the outlet water temperature of the temperature regulating valve 51. It has a high degree of integration and is convenient for users to operate and use.

[0065] In this embodiment, the housing 21 of the control module 2 and the first outer shell 22 are fixedly connected by secondary injection molding, and the two fit together tightly to form a first seal. The first outer shell 22 and the first base 23 form a second seal through the first sealing element 27. The first circuit board 25 is coated with conformal coating to form a third seal, which greatly improves the waterproof performance of the control module 2. It has been tested to reach the IPX7 (Ingress Protection) waterproof rating.

[0066] In this embodiment, the second audio sound-emitting unit 100 is magnetically attached to the outer tube 2001, making it easy to pick up and put down. Users can take the second audio sound-emitting unit 100 out of the bathroom for independent use. For example, it can be attached to the back cover of a mobile phone as a speaker unit, or placed in any corner of the room as an independent speaker, which is more flexible and convenient and broadens the usage scenarios.

[0067] In this embodiment, the second outer shell 61 and the second base 62 are fixed by welding to form a third mounting cavity 65. At one end of the third mounting cavity 65 along the axial direction, the second operation panel 71 is inserted into the silicone sleeve 72. The outer side wall of the silicone sleeve 72 is sealed and abutted against the inner side wall of the first mounting groove 612 by secondary encapsulation, and extends into the third mounting cavity 65 to abut against the tactile switch 81 of the second circuit board 8. This achieves both sealing and waterproofing of the second operation panel 71 and sealing and isolating the third mounting cavity 65 from the first mounting groove 612. At the other end of the third mounting cavity 65 along the axial direction, the second speaker unit 10 is installed in the first fixing groove 624, and its outer side wall is connected to the first... The inner wall of the fixing groove 624 is sealed with multiple layers of adhesive; therefore, the third mounting cavity 65 has good sealing performance, which provides good waterproofing for the second circuit board 8, the second power supply module 9, and the second speaker unit 10 inside; in addition, the silicone cover 64 covers the second mounting groove 633 and seals with the inner wall of the second mounting groove 633, which provides waterproofing and protection for the Hall element 20; in summary, the second audio sound unit 100 is equipped with multiple layers of waterproofing, and the waterproof rating can reach IPX7, so it can be used in the bathroom. This saves users the trouble of bringing their mobile phones into the bathroom, improving convenience and experience.

[0068] The foregoing description of the specifications and embodiments is intended to explain the scope of protection of this invention, but does not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this invention. Modifications, equivalent substitutions, or other improvements to the embodiments of this invention or a portion thereof that can be obtained by those skilled in the art through logical analysis, reasoning, or limited experimentation, based on the teachings of this invention or the foregoing embodiments, in conjunction with common knowledge, general technical knowledge, and / or existing technology, should all be included within the scope of protection of this invention.

Claims

1. A water outlet device, characterized in that, The system includes a control device, a first audio output unit, and a portable second audio output unit (100). The first audio output unit is installed in the control device. The second audio output unit (100) is connected to the first audio output unit and the audio source device via wireless connection to receive and play the audio signal transmitted by the audio source device, and synchronously transmit the audio signal to the first audio output unit for playback, thereby forming a TWS stereo system.

2. The water outlet device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first audio sound unit includes two first speakers (1).

3. The water outlet device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The control device includes a first housing (3) and a control module (2). The first speaker (1) and the control module (2) are installed in the first housing (3). The two first speakers (1) are respectively disposed on both sides of the control module (2) along the second direction. The sound output plate (13) of the first speaker (1) and the first operation panel (211) of the control module (2) form part of the outer surface of the first housing (3) along the first direction.

4. The water outlet device as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The control device includes a first power supply module (4) installed in the first housing (3). The control module (2) includes a second housing and a fixing base (24), a first circuit board (25) and a first pressure sensor (26) installed in the second housing. The first circuit board (25) is fixedly connected to the fixing base (24) and electrically connected to the first power supply module (4), the first speaker (1) and the first pressure sensor (26) respectively. The first pressure sensor (26) is used to receive user operation and transmit signals to the first circuit board (25) to control the first speaker (1).

5. A water outlet device as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The second housing includes a housing sleeve (21), a first outer shell (22) and a first base (23); the first outer shell (22) and the first base (23) are sealed together; the first pressure sensor (26) is installed on the first outer shell (22), and the housing sleeve (21) is fitted onto the first outer shell (22) by secondary injection molding.

6. A water outlet device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first speaker (1) includes a first horn unit (11) and a passive radiator (12) configured corresponding to the first horn unit (11).

7. A water outlet device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The second audio sound unit (100) includes a second power supply module (9), a Hall element (20), and a second circuit board (8). The second power supply module (9) supplies power to the second circuit board (8), and the Hall element (20) is electrically connected to the second circuit board (8). The second audio sound unit (100) is adapted to enable the Hall element (20) to send a signal to the second circuit board (8) through magnetic attraction to activate the TWS mode.

8. A water outlet device as described in claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a rod assembly (200) which is fixedly connected to the control device; the second audio sound-generating unit (100) is magnetically attached to the rod assembly (200) or the control device.

9. A water outlet device as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The second audio sound-emitting unit (100) includes a third housing (6), a button assembly (7), and a second speaker unit (10); the third housing (6) is provided with a first mounting groove (612), a third mounting cavity (65), and a second mounting groove (633) in sequence along its axial direction; the second circuit board (8), the second power supply module (9), and the second speaker unit (10) are sealed and installed in the third mounting cavity (65); the Hall element (20) is installed in the second mounting groove (633); the second speaker unit (10) and the button assembly (7) are electrically connected to the second circuit board (8), and the button assembly (7) is installed in the first mounting groove (612) and extends into the third mounting cavity (65), and receives user operation to control the function of the second speaker unit (10) through the second circuit board (8).

10. A water outlet device as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The third housing (6) includes a second outer shell (61), a second base (62), and a sound outlet cover (63); the second outer shell (61) is provided with the first mounting groove (612), and the sound outlet cover (63) is provided with the second mounting groove (633). The second outer shell (61) and the second base (62) are fixedly connected to form the third mounting cavity (65); the button assembly (7) is sealed with the groove wall of the first mounting groove (612) to isolate the first mounting groove (612) from the third mounting cavity (65); the second speaker unit (10) is disposed close to the sound outlet cover (63) and is sealed to the inner wall of the third mounting cavity (65).

11. A water outlet device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the button assembly (7) includes a second operation panel (71) and a silicone sleeve (72) fixedly connected; the outer side wall of the silicone sleeve (72) is sealed against the inner side wall of the first mounting groove (612) and extends into the third mounting cavity (65) to abut against the tactile switch (81) of the second circuit board (8); and / or the third housing (6) further includes a silicone cover (64), the silicone cover (64) covering the second mounting groove (633) and sealing against the inner side wall of the second mounting groove (633).

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