A notebook computer integrating laser printing and scanning functions

Abstract

The application discloses a notebook computer integrated with laser printing and scanning functions, and relates to the technical field of computer hardware equipment.The notebook computer comprises a host, a display screen and a foldable connecting structure, a keyboard and a blank area are arranged on the host, the blank area is arranged below the keyboard, the blank area is functionally divided, a touchpad is arranged on one side of the blank area, other positions of the blank area are arranged as an integrated function area, a laser printing module and a scanning module are embedded in the integrated function area, control keys are arranged on the edge of the blank area, a printing control chip and a scanning driving chip are integrated in the host, data connection is established between the mainboard and the CPU, the memory and the hard disk of the notebook computer, local documents can be directly printed, scanned documents can be directly stored in the hard disk, wireless connection function is supported, and printing and scanning operations can be performed by connecting mobile devices through Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of computer hardware technology, and more specifically, to a laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning capabilities. Background Technology

[0002] While existing laptops possess the core functions for mobile office work, they still have significant limitations in scenarios requiring document printing and scanning:

[0003] 1. Relying on external printers or public printing equipment, in temporary scenarios such as business trips or printing admission tickets before exams, it is necessary to find a printing service point, which is not convenient enough;

[0004] 2. Public printers have long queues, and there is a risk of information leakage when printing documents containing private information;

[0005] 3. Traditional external printers need to be carried separately, which contradicts the portability of laptops;

[0006] 4. The area below the keyboard on most existing laptops is either blank or only has a touchpad, resulting in low space utilization and failing to fully explore the functional expansion potential of this area. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide a laptop computer that integrates laser printing and scanning functions. Through space optimization design and functional integration, it solves the pain points of printing and scanning in mobile office, meets users' needs for temporary printing, printing of private documents, and scanning in mobile office, and improves the practicality and portability of the device.

[0008] The above-mentioned technical objective of the present invention is achieved through the following technical solution: a laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning functions, including a host, a display screen and a foldable connection structure, wherein the host is provided with a keyboard and a blank area, the blank area is located below the keyboard, the blank area is functionally divided, a touchpad is provided on one side of the blank area, and the other part of the blank area is set as an integrated function area, in which a laser printing module and a scanning module are embedded, and a control keyboard is provided on the edge of the blank area, the host integrates a printing control chip and a scanning driver chip, establishes a data connection with the CPU, memory and hard disk of the laptop through the motherboard, supports direct printing of local documents and direct storage of scanned documents to the hard disk, and also supports wireless connection function, and can connect to mobile devices via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for printing and scanning operations.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that: a paper inlet is provided on the side of the host near the integrated functional area, the paper inlet is equipped with a retractable paper tray, and the paper tray is flush with the side of the host when retracted.

[0010] The invention is further configured such that: a toner cartridge slot is provided on the side of the host near the touchpad, the toner cartridge slot is used to place the toner cartridge, the toner cartridge slot adopts a drawer-type design, is embedded inside the host, and is precisely connected to the print head of the laser printing module, and can be directly pulled out when replacing.

[0011] The invention is further configured such that: a paper output slot is provided below the integrated functional area, and a pop-out paper receiver is built into the paper output slot; during printing, the pop-out paper receiver automatically pops out to receive the document, and can be manually retracted after printing is completed.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that: the scanning module is disposed on the surface of the integrated functional area, adopts a flatbed scanning design, the scanning area covers the effective area of ​​the panel, a transparent protective cover is provided on the surface, the cover is connected to the edge of the panel by a hinge, and can be flipped up to open, making it easy to place scanned documents, and the cover is flush with the surface of the host when closed.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that the control keyboard includes a power button, a print start button, a scan start button, and a concentration adjustment button.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that: the integrated functional area has a built-in chip, and intelligent printing assistance software is embedded on the chip; the intelligent printing assistance software integrates a scanning conversion module, a format processing module, a one-click printing module and an auxiliary editing module, thereby improving printing efficiency and convenience;

[0015] The scanning conversion module supports directly converting scanned files into PDF or image formats.

[0016] The format processing module automatically adjusts the resolution and size to adapt to standard paper, including A4.

[0017] The one-click printing module provides a "one-click printing" button, which is displayed in the computer taskbar. After scanning is completed, it automatically matches the optimal printing parameters and supports batch printing and multi-task queue management.

[0018] The auxiliary editing module integrates basic editing tools including trimming, cropping, and brightness / contrast adjustment, and can add handwritten signatures, annotations, and other doodle functions.

[0019] In summary, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] Enhanced convenience: No external printer is needed, as the laptop has integrated printing and scanning functions. It can be used anytime in scenarios such as business trips, temporary printing (such as admission tickets, contract documents, etc.), avoiding queuing and solving the pain points of printing in mobile office.

[0021] Privacy protection: Dedicated printing and scanning functions eliminate the need for public equipment, effectively preventing the leakage of private document information;

[0022] Space utilization optimization: Make full use of the blank area below the keyboard to arrange the touchpad and printing / scanning modules in a reasonable manner, without increasing the size and weight of the laptop, balancing the portability and functionality of the device.

[0023] Easy to operate: Side paper feed and drawer-type toner cartridge design simplify consumable replacement and printing operations. The flatbed scanning module is used in the same way as traditional scanners, with low user learning costs. High functional integration: Laser printing technology ensures printing speed and document quality, meeting various printing needs such as office documents and examination admission tickets. The scanning module supports high-definition scanning, realizing digital storage of documents, giving laptops more practical functions and enhancing the value of the device. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the device in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] In the diagram: 1. Display screen; 2. Foldable connection structure; 3. Main unit; 4. Keyboard; 5. Touchpad; 6. Retractable paper tray; 7. Pop-out paper receiver; 8. Integrated function area; 801. Laser printing module; 802. Scanning module; 9. Control keyboard; 10. Toner cartridge slot. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1 The present invention will be described in further detail below.

[0027] Example: A laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning functions includes a host 3, a display screen 1, and a foldable connection structure 2. The host 3 is provided with a keyboard 4 and a blank area. The blank area is located below the keyboard 4 and is functionally divided. A touchpad 5 is provided on one side of the blank area, and the other parts of the blank area are set as an integrated function area 8. A laser printing module 801 and a scanning module 802 are embedded in the integrated function area 8. A control keyboard 94 is provided on the edge of the blank area. The control keyboard 94 includes a power button, a print start button, a scan start button, and a density adjustment button.

[0028] A paper input slot is located on the side of the main unit 3 near the integrated functional area 8. This paper input slot is equipped with a retractable paper tray 6, which folds up flush with the side of the main unit 3, ensuring portability. A toner cartridge slot 10 is located on the side of the main unit 3 near the touchpad 5. This slot is for holding toner cartridges and features a drawer-style design, embedding itself inside the main unit 3 and precisely engaging with the printhead of the laser printing module 801. It can be easily removed for replacement. A paper output slot is located below the integrated functional area 8, containing a pop-out paper receiver 7. During printing, the pop-out paper receiver 7 automatically pops out to receive the document and can be manually retracted after printing.

[0029] The scanning module 802 is located on the surface of the integrated functional area 8 and adopts a flatbed scanning design. The scanning area covers the effective area of ​​the panel. A transparent protective cover is provided on the surface. The cover is connected to the edge of the panel by a hinge and can be flipped up to open, making it easy to place scanned documents. When the cover is closed, it is flush with the surface of the host 3, ensuring the overall aesthetics and portability of the device.

[0030] The host 3 integrates a print control chip and a scan driver chip. It establishes a data connection with the CPU, memory, and hard drive of the laptop through the motherboard, supports direct printing of local documents and direct storage of scanned documents to the hard drive. It also supports wireless connection function and can connect to mobile devices via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for printing and scanning operations.

[0031] The integrated functional area 8 has a built-in chip, on which intelligent printing assistance software is embedded. The intelligent printing assistance software integrates a scanning conversion module, a format processing module, a one-click printing module, and an auxiliary editing module to improve printing efficiency and convenience.

[0032] The scanning conversion module supports directly converting scanned files into PDF or image formats.

[0033] The format processing module automatically adjusts the resolution and size to adapt to standard paper, including A4.

[0034] The one-click printing module provides a "one-click printing" button, which is displayed in the computer taskbar. After scanning is completed, it automatically matches the optimal printing parameters and supports batch printing and multi-task queue management.

[0035] The auxiliary editing module integrates basic editing tools including trimming, cropping, and brightness / contrast adjustment, and can add handwritten signatures, annotations, and other doodle functions.

[0036] This specific embodiment is merely an explanation of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications to this embodiment without contributing any inventive step, but such modifications are protected by patent law as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning functions, characterized in that: The device includes a host (3), a display screen (1), and a foldable connection structure (2). The host (3) has a keyboard (4) and a blank area. The blank area is located below the keyboard (4) and is functionally divided. A touchpad (5) is provided on one side of the blank area. The other part of the blank area is set as an integrated function area (8). A laser printing module (801) and a scanning module (802) are embedded in the integrated function area (8). A control keyboard (9) and (4) are provided on the edge of the blank area. The host (3) integrates a printing control chip and a scanning driver chip. It establishes a data connection with the CPU, memory, and hard disk of the laptop through the motherboard. It supports direct printing of local documents and direct storage of scanned documents to the hard disk. It also supports wireless connection function and can connect to mobile devices via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for printing and scanning operations.

2. A laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning functions according to claim 1, characterized in that: A paper inlet is provided on the side of the host (3) near the integrated functional area (8), and the paper inlet is equipped with a retractable paper tray (6), which is flush with the side of the host (3) when retracted.

3. A laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning functions according to claim 1, characterized in that: A toner cartridge slot (10) is provided on the side of the host (3) near the touch panel (5). The toner cartridge slot (10) is used to place the toner cartridge. The toner cartridge slot (10) adopts a drawer-type design, is embedded inside the host (3), and is precisely connected to the print head of the laser printing module (801). It can be pulled out directly when replacing.

4. A laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning functions according to claim 1, characterized in that: The integrated functional area (8) has a paper output slot below it. The paper output slot has a built-in pop-out paper holder (7). When printing, the pop-out paper holder (7) automatically pops out to receive the document. After printing is completed, it can be manually retracted.

5. A laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning functions according to claim 1, characterized in that: The scanning module (802) is located on the surface of the integrated functional area (8). It adopts a flatbed scanning design, and the scanning area covers the effective area of ​​the panel. A transparent protective cover is provided on the surface. The cover is connected to the edge of the panel by a hinge and can be flipped up to open, making it easy to place scanned documents. When the cover is closed, it is flush with the surface of the host (3).

6. A laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning functions according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control keyboard (9)(4) includes a power button, a print start button, a scan start button, and a concentration adjustment button.

7. A laptop computer with integrated laser printing and scanning functions according to claim 1, characterized in that: The integrated functional area (8) has a built-in chip, and the chip is embedded with intelligent printing auxiliary software. The intelligent printing auxiliary software integrates a scanning conversion module, a format processing module, a one-click printing module and an auxiliary editing module to improve printing efficiency and convenience. The scanning conversion module supports directly converting scanned files into PDF or image formats. The format processing module automatically adjusts the resolution and size to adapt to standard paper, including A4. The one-click printing module provides a "one-click printing" button, which is displayed in the computer taskbar. After scanning is completed, it automatically matches the optimal printing parameters and supports batch printing and multi-task queue management. The auxiliary editing module integrates basic editing tools including trimming, cropping, and brightness / contrast adjustment, and can add handwritten signatures, annotations, and other doodle functions.

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