Communication device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a communication device. The communication equipment comprises a communication host, which is provided with at least one connector; and the extension module is provided with a communication interface, the extension module is connected with the communication host under the condition that the communication interface is connected with the connector, and the extension module is used for supporting at least one extension function. Communication equipment with more functions can be expanded.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of communication technology, and in particular to a communication device. Background Art

[0002] With the development of communication technology, home communication devices have emerged, which can realize 5G signal receiving and sending functions, Bluetooth functions, human-computer voice interaction functions, etc. In order to meet the diverse needs of users, a communication device that can expand more functions is urgently needed. Summary of the invention

[0003] Based on this, a communication device capable of expanding more functions is provided.

[0004] A communication device, comprising:

[0005] A communication host, wherein at least one connector is provided on the communication host;

[0006] An expansion module is provided with a communication interface, and when the communication interface is connected to the connector, the expansion module is connected to the communication host, and the expansion module is used to support at least one expansion function.

[0007] In one of the embodiments, a groove is provided on the side of the communication host, and the connector is arranged in the groove.

[0008] In one of the embodiments, a first groove is provided on the first side of the communication host, a second groove is provided on the second side, at least one first connector is provided in the first groove, and at least one second connector is provided in the second groove.

[0009] In one of the embodiments, at least one third connector is further disposed on the bottom surface of the communication host.

[0010] In one of the embodiments, the communication interface is a TYPE-C interface, and the connector is a TYPE-C connector.

[0011] In one of the embodiments, a connection structure is further provided on the side of the communication host on which the connector is provided, and a connection piece adapted to the connection structure is further provided on the side of the expansion module on which the communication interface is provided.

[0012] In one embodiment, the expansion module includes at least one of the following:

[0013] IPTV expansion module, WIFI expansion module, storage expansion module.

[0014] In one of the embodiments, the IPTV extension module is provided with an HDMI interface, a USB interface, an IPTV signal function switch and a first indicator light.

[0015] In one of the embodiments, the WIFI expansion module is provided with at least one network cable interface, a restart button, a power switch and a second indicator light.

[0016] In one of the embodiments, the communication host is also provided with: an optical fiber interface, at least one network cable interface, a power interface, a power switch and at least one audio interface.

[0017] The above-mentioned communication device is provided with at least one connector on the communication host, and a communication interface is provided on the extension module. When the communication interface on the extension module is connected to the connector, the extension module is connected to the communication host. Such a communication device can connect at least one extension module on the communication host, and each extension module has at least one extension function. In this way, one or more extension functions can be extended on top of the basic functions of the communication host, so that a communication device with more extension functions can be realized. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of a communication host in one embodiment of the present application.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a rear view showing the overall layout of a communication device in one embodiment of the present application.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a front view showing the overall layout of a communication device in one embodiment of the present application.

[0021] Figure 4 This is an interface display diagram of the back side of the overall layout of a communication device in one embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] In order to make the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the present application more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present application are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar improvements without violating the connotation of the present application, so the present application is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0023] In the description of the present application, it is necessary to understand that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "bottom", etc., indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present application.

[0024] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In the description of this application, the meaning of "plurality" is at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0025] In this application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the term "connection" and the like should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements, unless otherwise clearly defined. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0026] It should be noted that if an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "disposed on" another element, it may be directly on the other element or there may be a central element. If an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it may be directly connected to the other element or there may be a central element at the same time. If present, the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right" and similar expressions used in this application are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only implementation method.

[0027] The present application provides a communication device, which includes: a communication host and an expansion module.

[0028] Among them, at least one connector is provided on the communication host; the expansion module is provided with a communication interface, and when the communication interface is connected to the connector, the expansion module is connected to the communication host, and the expansion module is used to support at least one extended function.

[0029] See also Figure 1 , Figure 1A schematic diagram of the structure of a communication host in an embodiment of the present application is shown. In the communication host 10 provided in an embodiment of the present application, a groove 111 is provided on the side surface 11 of the communication host, and a connector 1111 is provided in the groove 111. Figure 1 In the figure, a connector 1111 is provided in the groove 111 as an example for explanation. In practical applications, multiple connectors can be provided in the groove to connect more expansion modules.

[0030] In some embodiments, a first groove is disposed on the first side of the communication host, a second groove is disposed on the second side, at least one first connector is disposed in the first groove, and at least one second connector is disposed in the second groove.

[0031] The first side surface and the second side surface may be two side surfaces arranged opposite to each other on the communication host.

[0032] In some embodiments, at least one third connector is further disposed on the bottom surface of the communication host. Figure 1 As shown, in Figure 1 At least one third connector is disposed in the bottom surface 12 of the communication host 10 as shown.

[0033] In some embodiments, Figure 1 As shown, the display surface 13 of the communication host 10 is in the shape of a quadrangular pyramid. The display surface 13 is also the front side of the communication host, which is the side facing the user when the communication host is normally placed.

[0034] The above-mentioned extended functions may be extendable functions that any communication host itself does not have.

[0035] For example, taking the above-mentioned communication device as a home base station, the home base station is used to focus on solving the problem of weak signals within a specific range, especially the challenge of weak outdoor basic signal coverage. Usually, the most basic function of the home base station will have the 5G signal receiving and sending function. The above-mentioned expandable functions can be Bluetooth function, data storage function, Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) signal function, human-computer voice interaction function, and Wireless Mesh Network (WIFI Mesh) function. WIFI Mesh is a wireless network technology that provides a wider coverage and more stable connection through a network composed of multiple wireless routers.

[0036] In some embodiments, the expansion module includes at least one of the following:

[0037] IPTV expansion module, WIFI expansion module, storage expansion module.

[0038] The above IPTV extension module is used to realize the IPTV signal function, which can receive outdoor TV signals, provide entertainment information, and solve the reception and control requirements of IPTV signals. The IPTV signal function includes but is not limited to the following aspects:

[0039] (1) TV program transmission: IPTV can transmit a variety of TV programs, including news, sports, movies, TV series, etc. These programs can be transmitted to users' devices such as TVs, computers, and mobile phones through the Internet.

[0040] (2) Video on demand: IPTV provides video on demand service, and users can choose the video content to watch according to their preferences.

[0041] (3) Time-shift TV: IPTV supports time-shift TV function, which allows users to pause and replay the TV programs being broadcast.

[0042] (4) Interactive TV: IPTV supports interactive TV functions, and users can participate in TV program interactions, such as voting and lucky draws, through remote controls or mobile phones and other devices.

[0043] (5) Multi-screen interaction: IPTV supports multi-screen interaction, and users can transfer TV programs, video content, etc. to other devices for viewing, such as mobile phones, tablets, etc.

[0044] The above-mentioned WIFI expansion module is used to realize the above-mentioned WIFI Mesh function, which can quickly establish a small network and cooperate with 4G / 5G base stations to realize data networking and meet WIFI networking needs.

[0045] The storage expansion module is used to realize the data storage function, and can receive and store data from the communication host, thereby realizing large-capacity storage, and making it convenient for users to upload photos and video information at any time.

[0046] For example, assuming that the above communication host is used to solve the problem of weak signal within a specific range, especially for the problem of weak outdoor basic signal coverage, the communication host itself has 5G signal transceiver function, Bluetooth function, and human-computer voice interaction function. By connecting the above expansion module, the communication device can expand the IPTV signal function, WIFI Mesh function, and data storage function in addition to the 5G signal transceiver function, Bluetooth function, and human-computer voice interaction function.

[0047] In some embodiments, a connection structure is further provided on the side of the connector provided on the communication host, and a connector adapted to the connection structure is further provided on the side of the communication interface provided on the expansion module.

[0048] Combination Figure 2 As shown, Figure 2The back view of the entire layout of the communication device in one embodiment of the present application is shown. Figure 2 As shown, the communication device includes: a communication host 10 , an IPTV expansion module 20 , a WIFI expansion module 30 , and a storage expansion module 40 .

[0049] from Figure 2 As can be seen from the figure, the IPTV extension module 20 is provided with a first communication interface 21, a first connector 22 and a second connector 23. Correspondingly, a connection structure adapted to the first connector 22 and the second connector 23 is also provided on the side of the communication host 10 where the connector is provided.

[0050] from Figure 2 It can also be seen that the WIFI expansion module 30 is provided with a second communication interface 31, a third connector 32 and a fourth connector 33. Correspondingly, the communication host 10 is provided with a connection structure adapted to the third connector 32 and the fourth connector 33 on the other side of the connector.

[0051] In addition, although Figure 2 Although not explicitly shown, a communication interface may also be provided on the storage expansion module 40 to connect to a connector on the bottom surface of the communication host.

[0052] In some embodiments, the expansion module includes: an IPTV expansion module, a WIFI expansion module and a storage expansion module, the IPTV expansion module is connected to the first side of the communication host, the WIFI expansion module is connected to the second side of the communication host, and the storage expansion module is connected to the bottom surface of the communication host.

[0053] In some embodiments, the connection structure and the connecting member may be connected by snap-fitting, or by other means such as pin connection, key connection, etc.

[0054] In some embodiments, the connection structure and the connecting member may be connected by any of the following snap-on methods:

[0055] Direct snap-on: directly snap two or more snap-on parts together. This method is usually used to connect simple parts.

[0056] Elastic clamping: Using the elastic deformation of elastic materials to clamp two or more clamping parts together. This method is usually used to connect parts that require a certain degree of elasticity.

[0057] Nut clamping: clamp the nut to a clamping part, and then clamp another clamping part to the nut. This method is usually used to connect parts that require a certain degree of tightness.

[0058] Cam connection: The cam of one connector is connected to the groove of another connector. This method is usually used to connect parts that require a certain positioning accuracy.

[0059] Pin connection: The pin of one connector is connected to the pin hole of another connector. This method is usually used to connect parts that require a certain positioning accuracy.

[0060] In some embodiments, the communication interface may be a TYPE-C interface, and the connector may be a TYPE

[0061] EC connector.

[0062] TYPE-C is a Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface standard that has a smaller size, higher transmission speed, and stronger power transmission capability. The Type-C interface can be inserted in both directions for easy use. It is widely used in smartphones, tablets, laptops, headphones, and other devices.

[0063] It should be noted that the above-mentioned communication interface and connector may also be other interfaces and connectors that can realize connection and data transmission.

[0064] Combination Figure 3 As shown, Figure 3 FIG. 2 shows a front view of the overall layout of a communication device in an embodiment of the present application. Figure 3 As shown, the communication device includes: a communication host 10 , an IPTV expansion module 20 , a WIFI expansion module 30 , and a storage expansion module 40 . Figure 3 What is shown is that the IPTV expansion module 20, the WIFI expansion module 30, and the storage expansion module 40 are connected to different connectors on the communication host 10 through the communication interface to form the overall layout of the combination.

[0065] In some embodiments, the IPTV extension module is provided with an HDMI interface, a USB interface, an IPTV signal function switch and a first indicator light, wherein the first indicator light is used to indicate whether the IPTV extension module is normally connected to the communication host.

[0066] In some embodiments, the WIFI expansion module is provided with at least one network cable interface, a restart button, a power switch and a second indicator light. The second indicator light is used to indicate whether the WIFI expansion module is normally connected to the communication host.

[0067] In some embodiments, the communication host is further provided with: an optical fiber interface, at least one network cable interface, a power interface, a power switch, and at least one audio interface. Optionally, a restart button may also be included.

[0068] In some embodiments, a third indicator light may also be provided on the storage expansion module, and the third indicator light is used to indicate whether the storage expansion module is normally connected to the communication host.

[0069] Combination Figure 4 As shown, Figure 4 An interface display diagram of the back side of the overall layout of a communication device in one embodiment of the present application is shown. Figure 4 Shown in the figure are the IPTV expansion module 20, the WIFI expansion module 30, and the storage expansion module 40, which are all connected to different connectors on the communication host 10 through the communication interface, so as to combine various interfaces set on the back of the overall layout.

[0070] It can be seen that Figure 4 In the figure, the back of the communication host 10 is provided with an optical fiber interface 14, a first network cable interface 15a, a second network cable interface 15b, a third network cable interface 15c, a power interface 16, a power switch 17, a first audio interface 18a, a second audio interface 18b and a third audio interface 18c, and a restart button 19.

[0071] It can be seen that Figure 4 In the embodiment, the back of the IPTV extension module 20 is provided with an HDMI interface 24, a USB interface 25, an IPTV signal function switch 26 and a first indicator light 27. The first indicator light 27 is used to indicate whether the IPTV extension module 20 is normally connected to the communication host 10.

[0072] It can be seen that Figure 4 In the figure, the back of the WIFI expansion module 30 is provided with a first network cable interface 34, a second network cable interface 35, a restart button 36, a power switch 37 and a second indicator light 38, and the second indicator light 38 is used to indicate whether the WIFI expansion module 30 is normally connected to the communication host 10.

[0073] It should be noted that the above Figure 4 The types and quantities of the various interfaces shown are only exemplary. Figure 4 More or fewer types and quantities of interfaces.

[0074] The above-mentioned communication device is provided with at least one connector on the communication host, and a communication interface is provided on the extension module. When the communication interface on the extension module is connected to the connector, the extension module is connected to the communication host. Such a communication device can connect at least one extension module on the communication host, and each extension module has at least one extension function. In this way, one or more extension functions can be extended on top of the basic functions of the communication host, so that a communication device with more extension functions can be realized.

[0075] Furthermore, since the communication host and the expansion module are not integrated but connected via a connector and a communication interface, the communication host can be freely combined with expansion modules with different functions according to the functional requirements of the communication device to achieve flexible functional expansion.

[0076] The technical features of the above-described embodiments may be arbitrarily combined. To make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above-described embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0077] The above-described embodiments only express several implementation methods of the present application, and the descriptions thereof are relatively specific and detailed, but they cannot be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be pointed out that, for a person of ordinary skill in the art, several variations and improvements can be made without departing from the concept of the present application, and these all belong to the protection scope of the present application. Therefore, the protection scope of the patent application shall be subject to the attached claims.

Claims

1. A communication device, characterized in that: The communication device comprises: A communication host, wherein at least one connector is provided on the communication host; An extension module, wherein the extension module is provided with a communication interface, and when the communication interface is connected to the connector, the extension module is connected to the communication host, and the extension module is used to support at least one extended function; The expansion module includes: an IPTV expansion module, a WIFI expansion module and a storage expansion module. The IPTV expansion module is connected to the first side of the communication host, the WIFI expansion module is connected to the second side of the communication host, and the storage expansion module is connected to the bottom surface of the communication host.

2. The communication device according to claim 1, characterized in that A groove is arranged on the side of the communication host, and the connector is arranged in the groove.

3. The communication device according to claim 2, characterized in that A first groove is arranged on the first side surface of the communication host, a second groove is arranged on the second side surface, at least one first connector is arranged in the first groove, and at least one second connector is arranged in the second groove.

4. The communication device according to claim 3, characterized in that At least one third connector is also arranged on the bottom surface of the communication host.

5. The communication device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The communication interface is a TYPE-C interface, and the connector is a TYPE-C connector.

6. The communication device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: A connection structure is also provided on the side of the communication host where the connector is provided, and a connection piece adapted to the connection structure is also provided on the side of the expansion module where the communication interface is provided.

7. The communication device according to claim 1, characterized in that The IPTV expansion module is provided with an HDMI interface, a USB interface, an IPTV signal function switch and a first indicator light.

8. The communication device according to claim 1, characterized in that The WIFI expansion module is provided with at least one network cable interface, a restart button, a power switch and a second indicator light.

9. The communication device according to claim 1, characterized in that The communication host is also provided with: an optical fiber interface, at least one network cable interface, a power interface, a power switch and at least one audio interface.

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