Electronic device

Abstract

The utility model provides an electronic device which can enable the visual identification state of light transmitted through an outer packaging body to be close to an expected state. An electronic device is provided with: an exterior body; a light-emitting unit which is provided inside the exterior body and which is capable of emitting light to the outside by transmitting the light through the exterior body; and a processor that performs the following processes: acquiring exterior body information, which is information relating to the state of the exterior body; and performing control for adjusting the light emitting mode of the light emitting unit on the basis of the acquired exterior body information.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to an electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] Patent Document 1 discloses a portable image forming apparatus comprising: a recording unit for recording images on a recording material; and a device body for housing the recording unit. The portable image forming apparatus is characterized by comprising: a loading and unloading unit configured to be detachable from the device body and electrically connected to the device body; a pressurizing mechanism for pressurizing the loading and unloading unit along a direction orthogonal to the loading and unloading direction of the loading and unloading unit, toward the unit-side connection portion of the mounted loading and unloading unit; and a movable member for holding the pressurizing mechanism and being movable between a first position closest to the main body-side connection portion and a second position furthest from the main body-side connection portion.

[0003] Patent document 2 describes a battery configured to house a circuit board containing a charging and discharging module with a secondary battery within a frame consisting of a case and a back cover. The secondary battery is charged by an external power source and can supply power from the secondary battery to a portable electronic device. The battery is characterized in that a decorative LED light is mounted on the circuit board, and at least one of the case and the back cover is configured to transmit light emanating from the decorative LED light, and the decorative LED light is positioned opposite the inner side of at least one of the case and the back cover configured to transmit light emanating from the decorative LED light.

[0004] Patent Document 3 describes a portable electronic device comprising: a frame; a power generation unit disposed on the outer surface of the frame, which generates electricity through photoelectric conversion based on light incident from the outside; an ultraviolet detection unit that detects the illuminance of ultraviolet rays included in the light; a secondary battery capable of charging the power generated by the power generation unit; a posture detection unit capable of detecting the posture of the frame; a control unit that controls the charging state of the secondary battery by the power generated by the power generation unit; a display unit and an operation unit disposed on the frame, and having a light source unit; and a determination unit that determines a charging state based on the illuminance of ultraviolet rays detected by the ultraviolet detection unit and the posture of the frame detected by the posture detection unit. When the determination unit determines that a charging state is possible, the control unit charges the secondary battery and controls the light source unit to be driven in a suppressed manner. When the determination unit determines that a charging state is not possible, the control unit controls the light source unit to be driven in a normal manner.

[0005] Patent document 4 describes a portable electronic device characterized by comprising: a drop detection unit for detecting when the device itself falls into water; a light-emitting element disposed inside a frame; and a light-emitting control circuit that causes the light-emitting element to emit light when the drop detection unit detects that the device has fallen into water, and a semi-transparent portion is provided in a part of the frame.

[0006] Existing technical documents

[0007] Patent documents

[0008] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2020-55282

[0009] Patent Document 2: Utility Model Registration No. 3196184

[0010] Patent Document 3: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2012-34448

[0011] Patent Document 4: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2012-156364 Utility Model Content

[0012] The problem to be solved by the utility model

[0013] When a light-emitting part is installed inside the outer casing of an electronic device, the visual perception of the light emitted from inside the outer casing may sometimes change from the expected state, depending on the state of the outer casing.

[0014] Therefore, the present invention provides an electronic device, control method, and program that enables the visual recognition state of light transmitted through an external device to approach the expected state.

[0015] Methods for solving problems

[0016] The first aspect of the present invention relates to an electronic device comprising: an outer casing; a light-emitting part disposed inside the outer casing and capable of transmitting light through the outer casing to the outside; and an electronic circuit having: a function of acquiring information about the outer casing, the information being information related to the state of the outer casing; and a function of controlling the light-emitting mode of the light-emitting part according to the acquired information about the outer casing.

[0017] In the second aspect of the present invention, in the electronic device of the first aspect, the outer casing information includes outer casing color information, which is information related to the color of the outer casing, and the control includes control of adjusting the light emission color of the light-emitting part according to the outer casing color information.

[0018] The third aspect of the present invention relates to the electronic device of the first aspect, wherein the outer casing information includes transmitted light color information, which is information related to the change in the color of light transmitted through the outer casing, and the control includes control of adjusting the light emission color of the light-emitting part according to the transmitted light color information.

[0019] The fourth aspect of the present invention relates to the electronic device of the first aspect, wherein the external body information includes transmitted light intensity information, which is information related to the change in the intensity of light transmitted through the external body, and the control includes control of adjusting the luminous amount of the light-emitting part according to the transmitted light intensity information.

[0020] In the fifth aspect of the present invention, in the electronic device of the first aspect, the electronic circuit further acquires ambient light information, which is information related to the ambient light around the outer casing, and the control includes adjusting the light emission mode of the light-emitting part according to the acquired ambient light information.

[0021] The sixth aspect of the present invention relates to the electronic device of the fifth aspect, wherein the ambient light information includes ambient light intensity information representing the brightness around the outer casing, and the control includes control of adjusting the luminous amount of the luminous part according to the ambient light intensity information.

[0022] In the seventh aspect of the present invention, in the electronic device of the fifth aspect, the ambient light information includes ambient light color information indicating the color of the ambient light around the outer casing, and the control includes control that adjusts the emission color of the light-emitting part according to the ambient light color information.

[0023] In the electronic device according to the first aspect, the eighth aspect of the present invention includes external body information related to the state of the movable part of the external body, and control includes control of adjusting the light emission mode of the light-emitting part according to the information related to the state of the movable part.

[0024] In the ninth aspect of the present invention, in the electronic device according to the eighth aspect, the movable part is a cover member disposed in the outer casing at a position opposite to the light-emitting part, and the control includes adjusting the light emission amount of the light-emitting part according to the opening and closing state of the cover member.

[0025] The tenth aspect of the present invention relates to an electronic device in the first aspect, wherein the external body information includes posture information indicating the posture of the electronic device, and the control includes control that adjusts the light emission mode of the light-emitting part according to the posture information.

[0026] In the 11th aspect of the present invention, in any of the 2nd to 10th aspects of the electronic device, the external body information includes operation state information indicating the operation state of the electronic device, and the control includes control that adjusts the light emission mode of the light-emitting part according to the operation state information.

[0027] The 12th aspect of the present invention relates to the electronic device of the first aspect, wherein a striped pattern composed of periodic undulations is formed on the surface of the outer casing.

[0028] The 13th aspect of the present invention relates to the electronic device of the first aspect, wherein the outer casing has a display section that displays characters, symbols and / or graphics based on the difference between the three-dimensional shape on the surface and the surrounding area, and the display section is formed at a position opposite to the light-emitting section.

[0029] The 14th aspect of the present invention relates to the electronic device of the first aspect, wherein a coating is formed on the outer side of the outer casing, and the thickness of the coating in the area through which light from the light-emitting part is transmitted is set to be thinner than the thickness of the coating in other areas.

[0030] The 15th aspect of the present invention relates to the electronic device of the 1st aspect, wherein the light-emitting part includes an LED light source, and the control includes control of adjusting the light-emitting mode of the LED light source. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the structure of an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0032] Figure 2 This is a top view showing an example of the structure of the electronic device involved in the embodiment.

[0033] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view showing an example of the structure of the electronic device involved in the embodiment.

[0034] Figure 4 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the structure of an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0035] Figure 5 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the structure of an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0036] Figure 6 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the structure of an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0037] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view showing an example of the structure of the electronic device involved in the embodiment.

[0038] Figure 8 This is a side view showing an example of the structure of the electronic device involved in the embodiment.

[0039] Figure 9 This is a block diagram illustrating an example of the hardware structure of the electrical system of the electronic device involved in the implementation.

[0040] Figure 10 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the main functions of the processor in an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0041] Figure 11 This is a flowchart illustrating an example of the light emission control process involved in the implementation method.

[0042] Figure 12 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the main functions of the processor in an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0043] Figure 13 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the main functions of the processor in an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0044] Figure 14 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the main functions of the processor in an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0045] Figure 15 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the main functions of the processor in an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0046] Figure 16 This is a conceptual diagram illustrating an example of the main functions of the processor in an electronic device involved in an implementation.

[0047] Symbol Explanation

[0048] 10-Electronic device, 11-Mobile printer, 12-Outer casing, 12A-Upper surface, 14-Exit, 16-Display unit, 18, 20-Protrusions, 19-Power button, 22-First component, 22A-Base plate, 22A1-Inner surface, 22B-Side wall, 23-Abutting part, 24-Second component, 24A-Base plate, 24B-Side wall, 26-Light-emitting part, 26A, 26B, 26C-LED light source, 27-Light-emitting element, 27A-R light-emitting element, 27B-G light-emitting element, 27C-B light-emitting element, 28-Space, 30, 30A, 30B, 30C, 30D-Transmission suppression layer, 32-Coating, 34-Substrate, 36-Transmitting part, 38-Receiving device, 40-Control device, 42-Processor, 42A-Receiver 42B - Light source control unit, 44 - Storage unit, 44A - Control program, 46 - RAM, 48 - External I / F, 49 - Bus, 50 - Detection unit, 51 - Light sensor, 52 - External body information, 54 - External body color information, 56, 78 - Setting table, 58 - Transmitted light color information, 60 - Transmitted light intensity information, 62, 70, 84, 88 - Light emission mode output, 64 - Ambient light information, 66 - Ambient light color information, 68 - Ambient light intensity information, 72 - Movable part, 72A - Cover part, 74 - Contact sensor, 76 - Cover opening and closing information, 80 - Posture sensor, 82 - Posture information, 86 - Action status information, 100 - Smartphone, E - Eye, F1 - Finger, F - Film, IM - Image data, L - Emitted light. Detailed Implementation

[0049] An example of an embodiment of the electronic device 10 to which the present invention relates will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0050] In the following description, for ease of explanation, the three arrows X, Y, and Z are used to represent the width, front-back, and height directions of the electronic device 10. First, arrow Z represents the height direction; the direction indicated by arrow Z is defined as the upward direction of the electronic device 10, and its opposite direction is defined as the downward direction. Arrow X, orthogonal to arrow Z, represents the width direction; the direction indicated by arrow X is defined as the right direction of the electronic device 10, and its opposite direction is defined as the left direction. Arrow Y represents the front-back direction and is orthogonal to both arrows Z and X; the direction indicated by arrow Y is defined as the forward direction of the electronic device 10, and its opposite direction is defined as the backward direction. Furthermore, the terms "top," "bottom," "left," "right," "front," and "rear," etc., used in the following descriptions have the same meanings as those used for the direction of use.

[0051] <First Embodiment>

[0052] As an example, such as Figure 1As shown, the electronic device 10 has, for example, a printer function. Furthermore, the electronic device 10 is, for example, a portable electronic device. The electronic device 10 is, for example, a mobile printer. Hereinafter, for ease of explanation, a mobile printer 11 will be used as an example to describe the embodiment. The electronic device 10 is an example of an "electronic device" according to the technology of this utility model.

[0053] The mobile printer 11 is capable of communicating with external devices. Figure 1 In the example shown, the mobile printer 11 is capable of communicating with the smartphone 100. Communication methods may include wireless communication (e.g., Bluetooth (registered trademark)), but wired communication is also possible. The mobile printer 11 receives image data IM sent from the smartphone 100 and prints the subject image represented by the received image data IM onto film F. Film F is, for example, a film containing photosensitive material (a so-called instantaneous film).

[0054] The mobile printer 11 has an outer casing 12. Figure 1 In the example shown, the outer casing 12 has a frame structure with a cuboid shape in the X direction and a length direction of the X direction. The outer casing 12 internally houses electronic components for implementing the printing function and other functions of the mobile printer 11. Furthermore, for example, the printed film F is discharged from the outlet 14 provided on the left side of the outer casing 12. The outer casing 12 is an example of an "outer casing" according to the technology of this utility model.

[0055] A display section 16 is formed on the outer casing 12. The display section 16 displays at least one of characters, symbols, and graphics on the surface of the outer casing 12. Figure 1 In the example shown, a display portion 16 is formed on the upper surface 12A of the outer casing 12. Figure 1 In the example shown, display unit 16 displays the characters "ABCD". The content displayed by display unit 16 may include, for example, company names, product names, personal names, slogans, trademarks, and / or pictographs. Furthermore, the content displayed by display unit 16 may also be, for example, symbols (e.g., arrows indicating the film ejection direction) or graphics (e.g., a power button label) used to explain the operation of the mobile printer 11. Display unit 16 is an example of a "display unit" according to the technology of this utility model.

[0056] As an example, such as Figure 2 As shown, a linear stripe pattern is formed on the outer casing 12 along its length direction (in this case, the X direction). Specifically, a stripe pattern consisting of periodic bumps and recesses is formed on the surface of the outer casing 12. Hereinafter, the stripe pattern will be described using the upper surface 12A of the outer casing 12 as an example, but of course, stripe patterns can also be formed on other surfaces of the outer casing 12 in the same way.

[0057] When viewed in a cross section with the length direction as the normal direction (in the case of cross-sectional observation), protrusions 18 are periodically formed on the upper surface 12A of the outer casing 12. In cross-sectional observation, the protrusions 18 have a triangular shape, with the apex portion continuous along the length direction, thereby forming a linear stripe pattern. Thus, the periodic presence of the protrusions 18 forms a stripe pattern composed of periodic concave and convex shapes.

[0058] Here, the display unit 16 displays at least one of characters, symbols, and graphics based on the difference between the three-dimensional shape of the surface of the outer casing 12 and its surroundings. Figure 2 In the example shown, the display portion 16 protrudes further outward (in this case, upward) from the outer casing 12 than its surroundings. This creates a difference in three-dimensional shape compared to the surrounding area. Specifically, in the striped pattern described above, the portion corresponding to the display portion 16 becomes a protrusion 20 that is higher than the protrusions 18 present in the surrounding area. That is, in Figure 2 In the example shown, the difference in the three-dimensional shape is the difference in the height of the convex portion of the striped pattern.

[0059] The difference in three-dimensional shape between the display unit 16 and other areas causes differences in the way natural light (in this case, ambient light) is reflected. Thus, based on the difference in three-dimensional shape with the surrounding area, the display unit 16 can be visually identified (in this case, the characters ABCD are visible).

[0060] As an example, such as Figure 3 As shown, the outer casing 12 is configured to include a first component 22 and a second component 24 disposed adjacent to the first component 22. The first component 22 is, for example, a cover component constituting the upper side of the outer casing 12, and the second component 24 is, for example, a cover component constituting the lower side of the outer casing 12. Furthermore, the mobile printer 11 has a light-emitting portion 26 inside the outer casing 12. The light-emitting portion 26 is disposed inside the outer casing 12 at a position opposite to the display portion 16. The light-emitting portion 26 is configured to allow emitted light L to pass through the outer casing 12 and be emitted to the outside. The emitted light L is, for example, light including wavelengths in the visible light region. The light-emitting portion 26 is an example of a "light-emitting portion" according to the technology of this utility model.

[0061] exist Figure 3In the example shown, the light-emitting unit 26 is configured to include LED (Light Emitting Diode) light sources 26A to 26C. The LED light sources 26A to 26C are arranged in a straight line from right to left inside the outer casing 12. Here, an example with three LED light sources 26A to 26C is given, but this is only one example; two or fewer, or four or more LED light sources may also be used. Furthermore, the arrangement interval, position, and arrangement method of the LED light sources (e.g., arranged in a circular pattern or at the vertices of a quadrilateral) can be appropriately set. Each of the LED light sources 26A to 26C includes an RGB light-emitting element, and by controlling the light emission mode of each element, the color and amount of emitted light L can be changed. The LED light sources 26A to 26C are one example of the "LED light source" involved in the technology of this utility model.

[0062] Furthermore, in Figure 3 In the example shown, the light-emitting part 26 is housed inside the first component 22, which constitutes the upper part of the outer casing 12. The first component 22 has an abutting part 23, which is the part that abuts against the second component 24. Specifically, the first component 22 has: a base plate 22A, which is a plate-shaped part having a thickness direction in the height direction; and a side wall 22B, which is erected from the periphery of the base plate 22A along the height direction. Here, with the first component 22 and the second component 24 combined, the side wall 22B is erected facing the second component 24. The side wall 22B abuts against the second component 24, and the side wall 22B also functions as the abutting part 23, the details of which will be described later.

[0063] The light-emitting part 26 is positioned opposite the inner surface of the base plate 22A. The emitted light L from the light-emitting part 26 passes through the base plate 22A and is emitted towards the outside of the outer casing 12. Here, the transmission of the emitted light L includes scattering of the emitted light L at the outer casing 12 and its subsequent outward emission. Since the outer casing 12 is made of resin material, the emitted light L is scattered when passing through the base plate 22A, thereby widening the outward emission range of the emitted light L.

[0064] Furthermore, a space 28 for accommodating the film F is formed in the second component 24, which constitutes the lower part of the outer casing 12. The film F is accommodated inside the space 28 via a cover (not shown). Here, for ease of explanation, one film F is depicted, but of course, multiple films F can be accommodated in the space 28. The space 28 is openable relative to the lower surface of the outer casing 12. In other words, a light-emitting part 26 is provided in the outer casing 12 opposite to the display part 16, which is formed on the side opposite to the side accommodating the film F (here, the upper surface). The second component 24 also has the same shape as the first component 22.

[0065] As an example, such as Figure 4 As shown, the transmissive portion 36 is determined based on the distance between the light-emitting portion 26 and the inner surface of the outer casing 12 and the divergence angle of the emitted light L. This transmissive portion 36 is the area where the emitted light L transmits through the outer casing 12. Specifically, the transmissive portion 36 is determined based on the distance between the LED light sources 26A-26C of the light-emitting portion 26 and the inner surface 22A1 of the base plate portion 22A, and the divergence angle of the emitted light L from the LED light sources 26A-26C. In other words, the first component 22 of the outer casing 12 has a transmissive portion 36 that transmits the emitted light L from the light-emitting portion 26. The transmissive portion 36 is an example of a "transmissive portion" according to the technology of this utility model.

[0066] In the portable printer 11, the light-emitting part 26 is sometimes illuminated (e.g., lit up or flashing). This allows for notification of the portable printer 11's operating status or enhances the user experience (e.g., increasing the user's enjoyment while using it). However, when viewed from above the outer casing 12 of the portable printer 11 (viewed from the top surface), the light emitted by the light-emitting part 26 overlaps with the position of the display part 16 (i.e., the light-emitting part 26 and the display part 16 are opposite each other). In this case, the display part 16 becomes difficult to identify due to the illumination of the light-emitting part 26. That is, if the light-emitting part 26 is illuminated, the light emitted through the outer casing 12 is easily visually recognized, making it difficult to visually recognize reflected light at the display part 16 (e.g., reflected light caused by differences in shape from the surrounding area). As a result, the visual visibility of the display part 16 decreases.

[0067] Therefore, as an example, such as Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, in the outer casing 12, the transmittance of the emitted light L from the light-emitting portion 26 is made to differ between the region corresponding to the display portion 16 and the surrounding region. Specifically, a transmission suppression layer 30 containing a material with lower light transmittance than the surrounding area is formed on the inner surface of the outer casing 12. More specifically, in the first component 22 of the outer casing 12, the transmission suppression layer 30 is formed on the inner surface 22A1 of the base plate portion 22A. The transmission suppression layer 30 is formed in the region corresponding to the display portion 16. The region corresponding to the display portion 16 is, for example, an area of ​​the same size as the display portion 16 on the back side of the display portion 16. Figure 5 In the example shown, transmission suppression layers 30A, 30B, 30C, and 30D are formed with shapes that invert the characters "ABCD" displayed by the display unit 16. The area corresponding to the display unit 16 can also be appropriately changed in size, instead of being the same size as the display unit 16.

[0068] Transmission suppression layers 30A, 30B, 30C, and 30D are formed by printing on the inner surface 22A1 of the first component 22. Specifically, the transmission suppression layers 30A, 30B, 30C, and 30D are formed by printing using a paint containing a material that absorbs wavelengths in the visible light region. For example, black paint is used to print the transmission suppression layers 30A, 30B, 30C, and 30D. A portion of the emitted light L is absorbed or reflected through interaction with the transmission suppression layers 30. Thus, the transmission of emitted light L in the area corresponding to the display unit 16 is suppressed.

[0069] As described above, the light-emitting portion 26 is positioned opposite the display portion 16. Furthermore, a transmission suppression layer 30 is formed inside the outer casing 12 in the region corresponding to the display portion 16. Therefore, a portion of the emitted light L from the light-emitting portion 26 is suppressed by the transmission suppression layer 30. Here, a portion of the emitted light L is absorbed by a black coating contained in the transmission suppression layer 30. Figure 5 In the example shown, when viewing the first component 22 from the inner surface side (in this case, from below), the transmission suppression layers 30A, 30B, 30C, and 30D have shapes formed by reversing the characters "ABCD". Therefore, within the regions of the shapes formed by reversing the characters "ABCD", the emitted light L is suppressed from transmitting through the outer casing 12.

[0070] As an example, such as Figure 6 As shown, in the mobile printer 11, if the light-emitting unit 26 emits light, the transmission of the emitted light L is suppressed by the transmission suppression layer 30 provided in the area corresponding to the display unit 16, as described above. Therefore, the emitted light L is less likely to transmit to the display unit 16, making it easier to visually identify the display unit 16. Figure 6 In the example shown, the characters "ABCD" on the display unit 16 are easily visually recognized by the transmission suppression layer 30, which is formed by inverting the shape of the characters "ABCD".

[0071] Therefore, even if the area corresponding to the display unit 16 is identified as another part due to differences in visual recognition and the light-emitting part 26 provided inside the outer casing 12 is lit, the display unit 16 can still be easily identified. Furthermore, within the range illuminated by the emitted light L, the content displayed by the transmission suppression layer 30 (here, the characters "ABCD") appears as a shadow, thereby improving the design.

[0072] The portion of the outer casing 12 opposite to the light-emitting part 26 is required to contain a material with relatively high transmittance so that the emitted light L from the light-emitting part 26 can be transmitted. On the other hand, the portion on the opposite side from the portion opposite to the light-emitting part 26 is required to contain a material with relatively low transmittance. This is to suppress excess external light from entering the interior of the outer casing 12.

[0073] When two components with different optical properties (e.g., light transmittance) are combined to form the outer casing 12, the difference in optical properties becomes noticeable at the point where the two parts meet. As a result, there is a lack of unity as a whole for the outer casing 12, which can sometimes impair its appearance.

[0074] Therefore, as an example, such as Figure 7 As shown, the thickness of the coating 32 is adjusted in the first component 22 of the outer casing 12. The first component 22 has a coating 32 and a substrate 34. The coating 32 is formed on the surface of the substrate 34. The substrate 34 is formed to contain a translucent material. Here, a translucent material refers to a material that scatters light while transmitting it. The substrate 34 is, for example, a milky white resin. Furthermore, the coating 32 is a film formed by coating material being fixed on the surface of the substrate 34, and the type of coating material is appropriately set according to the color change of the outer casing 12. As described above, the emitted light L from the light-emitting part 26 is emitted to the outside via the first component 22. By forming the first component 22 with a translucent material, the emitted light L is easily emitted to the outside of the outer casing 12, thereby making it easy to visually identify the emitted light L. The coating 32 is an example of a "coating" involved in the technology of this utility model.

[0075] On the sidewall portion 22B of the first component 22, the coating 32 has a thickness of t1. On the other hand, on the base plate portion 22A of the first component 22, the coating 32 has a thickness of t2. Furthermore, the thickness t1 of the coating 32 on the sidewall portion 22B is thicker than the thickness t2 of the coating 32 on the base plate portion 22A. In other words, the transmission portion 36 (see reference) through which the emitted light L is transmitted in the base plate portion 22A... Figure 4 At point ), the thickness t2 of the coating 32 is thinner than the thickness t1 of the coating 32 on the sidewall portion 22B.

[0076] Specifically, the thickness t1 of the coating 32 on the sidewall portion 22B is more than 1.5 times the thickness t2 of the coating 32 on the base plate portion 22A. More specifically, the thickness t1 is, for example, about 20 μm, and the thickness t2 is, for example, about 10 to 12 μm.

[0077] The second component 24 has a base plate portion 24A and a side wall portion 24B extending vertically from the periphery of the base plate portion 24A. The second component 24 is formed to contain a non-transparent material. Here, the non-transparent material refers to a material that blocks light. Specifically, the non-transparent material is, for example, a material in which titanium oxide particles are dispersed in a resin serving as a base material. That is, the second component 24 is formed, for example, from a resin containing titanium oxide. As described above, a space 28 for accommodating the film F is formed in the second component 24. By forming the second component 24 with a non-transparent material, external light is suppressed from entering the interior of the second component 24.

[0078] The first component 22 and the second component 24 are joined in an adjacent state. Furthermore, the first component 22 abuts against the second component 24 via the abutment portion 23. Figure 7 In the example shown, the sidewall portion 22B of the first component 22 abuts against the sidewall portion 24B of the second component 24. That is, in the first component 22, the sidewall portion 22B serves as the abutment portion 23. Specifically, the lower surface of the sidewall portion 22B of the first component 22 contacts the upper surface of the sidewall portion 24B of the second component 24. Furthermore, as described above, the thickness t1 of the coating 32 of the sidewall portion 22B is thicker than the thickness t2 of the coating 32 of the base plate portion 22A. That is, the thickness t1 of the coating 32 of the abutment portion 23 is thicker than the thickness t2 of the coating 32 of the transmissive portion 36.

[0079] With sidewall portion 22B and sidewall portion 24B in contact, the first component 22 and the second component 24 are engaged. The engagement method of the first component 22 and the second component 24 is not particularly limited. For example, it can be a mechanical fastening formed by combining a fixing mechanism that allows the fixing claw to engage with the hole and a screw fastening part, or it can be engaged by adhesive or ultrasonic welding.

[0080] As an example, such as Figure 8 As shown on the left, consider the case where the thickness t1 (hereinafter simply referred to as coating thickness t1) of the coating 32 on the sidewall portion 22B of the first component 22 is thinner than the thickness t2 (hereinafter simply referred to as coating thickness t2) of the coating 32 on the base plate portion 22A of the first component 22. In this case, the difference in light transmittance becomes noticeable at the point where the first component 22 and the second component 24 abut (here, sidewall portion 22B and sidewall portion 24B).

[0081] On the other hand, such as Figure 8 As shown on the right, consider the case where the coating thickness t1 of the sidewall portion 22B of the first component 22 is thicker than the coating thickness t2 of the base portion 22A of the first component 22. In this case, the light transmittance of the sidewall portion 22B of the first component 22 is close to that of the sidewall portion 24B of the second component 24, thus making the difference between the first component 22 and the second component 24 less noticeable. As a result, the overall uniformity of the outer casing 12 is increased, and the appearance is improved.

[0082] Next, the hardware structure of the electrical system of the mobile printer 11 according to this embodiment will be described. As an example, such as Figure 9As shown, the mobile printer 11 includes a control device 40. The control device 40 controls the overall operation of the mobile printer 11. The control device 40 includes a processor 42, a storage unit 44, RAM (Random Access Memory) 46, and an external I / F (interface) 48. The processor 42, RAM 46, storage unit 44, and external I / F 48 are connected to a bus 49. The processor 42 is an example of a "processor" according to the technology of this utility model. The control device 40 is an example of a "computer" according to the technology of this utility model.

[0083] The processor 42 is connected to a memory. The memory includes a storage unit 44 and a RAM 46. The processor 42 may have a CPU (Central Processing Unit). Alternatively, a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) for image processing may be separately configured on the CPU of the processor 42.

[0084] RAM 46 is a temporary storage memory used by the processor 42 as its working memory. Examples of RAM 46 include DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory) or SRAM (Static Random Access Memory).

[0085] Storage unit 44 is a non-volatile storage device for storing various programs and parameters. Examples of storage units 44 include flash memory (e.g., EEPROM (Electrically Erasable and Programmable Read-Only Memory) and SSD (Solid State Drive)) and / or HDD (Hard Disk Drive). Furthermore, flash memory and HDD are only examples; at least one of flash memory, HDD, magnetoresistive memory, and ferroelectric memory can be used as storage unit 44.

[0086] The external I / F48 controls the transmission and reception of various information between the controller 40 and other devices located outside the controller 40. The external I / F48 is connected to the light-emitting unit 26, the receiving device 38, and the detection unit 50 to enable communication.

[0087] The light-emitting unit 26 can emit light L with various light colors and intensities according to the parameter settings. Specifically, as described above, the mobile printer 11 includes LED light sources 26A, 26B, and 26C as the light-emitting unit 26. The LED light source 26A is composed of an R (red) light-emitting element 27A, a G (green) light-emitting element 27B, and a B (blue) light-emitting element 27C. The light intensity and color of the LED light source 26A are adjusted by changing the settings of the parameters related to the light emission of each light-emitting element of the LED light source 26A.

[0088] Furthermore, LED light sources 26B and 26C are also similarly composed of R (red) light-emitting element 27A, G (green) light-emitting element 27B, and B (blue) light-emitting element 27C. Additionally, in the following description, when it is not necessary to distinguish between R (red) light-emitting element 27A, G (green) light-emitting element 27B, and B (blue) light-emitting element 27C, they are sometimes simply referred to as "light-emitting element 27".

[0089] Furthermore, regarding LED light sources 26B and 26C, the light intensity and color of LED light sources 26B and 26C are adjusted by changing the parameter settings of the light-emitting element 27. As a result of adjusting the light intensity and color of LED light sources 26A to 26C, emitted light L is emitted from the light-emitting part 26.

[0090] The light-emitting element 27 is an LED that emits light in pulses according to periodically input driving pulses. Examples of parameters for the light-emitting element 27 include the duty cycle of the driving pulse and / or the light-emitting time, which is determined by the number of repetitions of the driving pulse.

[0091] The detection unit 50 is capable of detecting information related to the outer casing 12 of the mobile printer 11. Figure 9 In the example shown, a light sensor 51 is shown as the detection unit 50. The light sensor 51 is, for example, a sensor capable of detecting the color and illuminance of light incident on a light-receiving element.

[0092] As described above, by emitting light from the light-emitting unit 26, it is possible to notify the user of the operating status of the mobile printer 11 or improve the user experience. In this case, the light L emitted from the light-emitting unit 26 is affected by the state of the outer casing 12. For example, if the outer casing 12 is red, suppose white light is emitted from the light-emitting unit 26. In this case, although it is desired that the white light be visually recognized, because it is transmitted through the red outer casing 12, the user will visually recognize the emitted light L as a reddish color. Thus, the user's visual recognition state of the emitted light L will change from the desired state. Here, the user's visual recognition state includes the color of the emitted light L as perceived by the user and the intensity (e.g., brightness) of the emitted light L as perceived by the user.

[0093] Therefore, in view of this situation, in the mobile printer 11 according to this embodiment, in the control device 40, the processor 42 reads the control program 44A from the storage unit 44 and executes the read control program 44A on the RAM 46. Thus, the processor 42 operates as the acquisition unit 42A and the light source control unit 42B. The control program 44A is an example of a "program" according to the technology of this utility model.

[0094] As an example, such as Figure 10 As shown, in the processor 42, the acquisition unit 42A acquires the outer casing information 52 from the storage unit 44. The outer casing information 52 is information related to the outer casing 12. The outer casing information 52 includes information about the surroundings of the outer casing 12, including information related to the outer casing 12 itself. The outer casing information 52 includes outer casing color information 54. The outer casing color information 54 is information related to the color of the outer casing 12. The outer casing color information 54 is stored in the storage unit 44, for example, during the manufacturing stage of the mobile printer 11. Furthermore, for example, the outer casing color information 54 can also be obtained by detecting the color of the outer casing 12 by the detection unit 50. Furthermore, if the outer casing 12 is replaced, the outer casing color information 54 can be updated by reading the non-contact storage medium (not shown) provided on the outer casing 12 using a non-contact reading device (not shown). Then, the acquisition unit 42A outputs the outer casing color information 54 to the light source control unit 42B. The outer casing information 52 is an example of the "outer casing information" involved in the technology of this utility model, and the outer casing color information 54 is an example of the "outer casing color information" involved in the technology of this utility model.

[0095] The light source control unit 42B performs control over adjusting the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the outer casing information 52. Specifically, the light source control unit 42B acquires the outer casing color information 54 from the acquisition unit 42A. Furthermore, the light source control unit 42B performs control over adjusting the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the color of the outer casing 12 represented by the outer casing color information 54. Here, the control of the light emission mode includes control over the color of the light emitted by the light-emitting unit 26 and control over the amount of light emitted by the light-emitting unit 26. Furthermore, the control of the light emission mode also includes control over whether the light emitted by the light-emitting unit 26 (e.g., lighting up or flashing) is present or absent, or control over which of the multiple LED light sources 26A to 26C emits light or in what order.

[0096] Specifically, the light source control unit 42B performs control of the setting parameters. More specifically, the light source control unit 42B retrieves the setting table 56 from the storage unit 44. The setting table 56 is a table that takes the color of the outer casing 12 as input information and the parameters of the light emission conditions of the light-emitting unit 26 as output information. The setting table 56 is obtained, for example, by adjusting the light emission color according to the color of the outer casing 12 during sensory testing of the actual device, and using the light L transmitted through the outer casing as the reference color.

[0097] exist Figure 10 In the example shown, in setting table 56, when red or blue is used as input information for the color of the outer casing 12, the parameters of each LED light source 26A to 26C are displayed as corresponding output information. As parameters, the duty cycle (ratio of pulse width to pulse interval) of the driving pulses of each light-emitting element 27 of the R (red), G (green), and B (blue) constituting the LED light sources 26A to 26C are shown, and the total light-emitting time T of each LED light source 26A to 26C is also shown. Furthermore, although not shown, parameters regarding the colors of the outer casing 12 other than red and blue are also stored in setting table 56.

[0098] The light source control unit 42B uses the setting table 56 to read the parameters of the LED light sources 26A to 26C based on the outer casing color information 54. Specifically, it reads the parameters of the LED light sources 26A to 26C that correspond to the color of the outer casing 12 represented by the outer casing color information 54. Then, the light source control unit 42B sets the read parameters of the LED light sources 26A to 26C. Specifically, it sets the duty cycle of the driving pulses of the R (red), G (green), and B (blue) light-emitting elements 27 constituting each LED light source 26A to 26C, and sets the total light emission time T of each LED light source 26A to 26C. In this way, the light source control unit 42B controls the adjustment of the light emission mode of the LED light sources 26A to 26C.

[0099] Adjusting the duty cycle of the driving pulse of each color light-emitting element 27 indicates adjusting the amount of light emitted by each color light-emitting element 27 per unit time. Furthermore, by combining the amount of light emitted by each color light-emitting element 27, various colors of light can be produced as an array of each color light-emitting element 27, i.e., LED light sources 26A to 26C.

[0100] For example, if the light emission of the R (red) light-emitting element 27 is relatively increased, the light from LED light sources 26A-26C will be more reddish; if the light emission of the B (blue) light-emitting element 27 is relatively increased, the light from LED light sources 26A-26C will be more bluish. By making the light emission of each light-emitting element 27 equal, the light from LED light sources 26A-26C becomes white light. Furthermore, by fine-tuning the light emission of each color of light-emitting element 27, more colors of light can be produced. Moreover, by making LED light sources 26A-26C emit different colors of light, the color can be changed according to the region of each LED light source 26A-26C. Thus, by adjusting the light emission ratio of the R (red), G (green), and B (blue) light-emitting elements 27 and changing the light emission color in each LED light source 26A-26C, emitted light L corresponding to the color of the outer casing 12 can be emitted.

[0101] For example, if the outer casing 12 is red and you want to emit white light (i.e., the desired emission color is white), you can reduce the amount of light emitted by the R (red) light-emitting element 27 to make the color of the emitted light L after passing through the outer casing 12 closer to white. Similarly, if the outer casing 12 is blue and you want to emit white light (i.e., the desired emission color is white), you can reduce the amount of light emitted by the B (blue) light-emitting element 27 to make the color of the emitted light L after passing through the outer casing 12 closer to white.

[0102] Additionally, an example of setting parameters using setting table 56 is given here, but this is only one example. Alternatively, parameters can be set using a parameter derivation expression (illustrated but not shown) that represents setting table 56 as a function, instead of setting table 56. A parameter derivation expression is an arithmetic expression with the value representing the exterior body color as the independent variable and the value of the parameter as the dependent variable.

[0103] The light source control unit 42B determines whether the light emission timing of the light-emitting unit 26 has been reached. The light emission timing of the light-emitting unit 26 can be exemplified by, for example, the startup of the mobile printer 11, communication with an external device, or printing of film F. When the light emission timing of the light-emitting unit 26 has been reached, the light source control unit 42B causes the LED light sources 26A to 26C to emit light. As described above, the emission mode of each LED light source 26A to 26C is adjusted according to the color of the outer casing 12. The light L emitted from the light-emitting unit 26 passes through the outer casing 12. When the user's eye E identifies the light L after it has passed through the outer casing 12, the light L is identified in a state close to the expected emission color.

[0104] Next, refer to Figure 11 The light emission control processing in the mobile printer 11 according to this embodiment will be described. Figure 11This is a flowchart illustrating an example of light emission control processing. Figure 11 The illustrated light emission control process is an example of the "control method" involved in the technology of this utility model.

[0105] As an example, in Figure 11 In the illustrated light emission control process, firstly, in step ST12, the acquisition unit 42A acquires the outer casing information 52 from the storage unit 44. The outer casing information 52 includes outer casing color information 54. After executing the processing in step ST12, the light emission control process proceeds to step ST14.

[0106] In step ST14, the light source control unit 42B controls the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the external component information 52 obtained in step ST12. Specifically, the light source control unit 42B obtains the setting table 56 from the storage unit 44 and uses the obtained setting table 56 to set the parameters of each LED light source 26A to 26C. After performing the processing in step ST14, the light emission control processing moves to step ST16.

[0107] In step ST16, the light source control unit 42B determines whether the light emission timing of the light emission unit 26 has been reached. If the light emission timing has been reached in step ST16, the determination is affirmative, and the light emission control process proceeds to step ST18. If the light emission timing has not been reached in step ST16, the determination is negated, and the light emission control process returns to step ST16 again.

[0108] In step ST18, the light source control unit 42B causes the light-emitting unit 26 to emit light. After the processing in step ST18 is performed, the light emission control processing moves to step ST20.

[0109] In step ST20, the light source control unit 42B determines whether the conditions for ending the light emission control process (hereinafter referred to as the "ending condition") are met. One example of an ending condition is that the receiving device 38 receives an instruction to end the light emission control process. In step ST20, if the ending condition is not met, the determination is negative, and the light emission control process proceeds to step ST12. In step ST20, if the ending condition is met, the determination is positive, and the light emission control process ends.

[0110] As described above, the electronic device 10 according to this first embodiment is provided with an outer casing 12 and a light-emitting unit 26. The light-emitting unit 26 is disposed inside the outer casing 12. Furthermore, the light-emitting unit 26 can transmit light L through the outer casing 12 and emit it to the outside. The electronic device 10 further includes a processor 42, in which an acquisition unit 42A acquires outer casing information 52. A light source control unit 42B performs control to adjust the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the acquired outer casing information 52. Therefore, by adjusting the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 according to the state of the outer casing 12, compared to a situation where the light emission mode remains the same even if the state of the outer casing 12 changes, it is easier to make the visual recognition state of the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12 approach the expected state.

[0111] Furthermore, in the electronic device 10 according to this first embodiment, the outer casing information 52 includes outer casing color information 54, which is information related to the color of the outer casing 12. The control performed by the light source control unit 42B includes adjusting the emission color of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the outer casing color information 54. Therefore, by adjusting the emission color of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the color of the outer casing 12, compared to a situation where the emission color remains the same even if the color of the outer casing 12 changes, it is easier to make the color of the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12 visually closer to the expected state.

[0112] Furthermore, in the electronic device 10 according to this first embodiment, a striped pattern composed of periodic undulations is formed on the surface of the outer casing 12, and the difference in the three-dimensional shape at the display section 16 is due to the difference in the height of the convex portions of the striped pattern. To improve design flexibility, when a striped pattern is formed on the surface of the outer casing 12, the display section 16 is formed according to the height difference of the three-dimensional shape. In this case, emitted light L easily transmits through the valley portions of the undulations in the striped pattern, but in this structure, since the light emission mode of the light-emitting section 26 can be adjusted, the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12 is easily identifiable.

[0113] Furthermore, in the electronic device 10 according to this first embodiment, a display section 16 is formed on the outer casing 12. The display section 16 displays at least one of characters, symbols, and graphics based on the difference in three-dimensional shape between the surface of the outer casing 12 and its surroundings. The display section 16 is positioned opposite the light-emitting section 26. If the display section 16, which displays characters, etc., is formed based on the difference in three-dimensional shape, differences in the transmissivity of light L are easily generated in the outer casing 12. In this structure, since the light emission mode of the light-emitting section 26 can be adjusted, the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12 is easily identifiable.

[0114] Furthermore, in the electronic device 10 according to this first embodiment, a coating 32 is formed on the outer side of the outer casing 12, and the thickness t1 of the coating 32 at the transmission portion 36 through which light from the light-emitting portion 26 is transmitted is set to be thinner than the thickness t2 of the coating 32 in other areas. Even when the thickness t2 of the coating 32 is set thinner to facilitate the transmission of light L emitted from the light-emitting portion 26, in this structure, the light L after transmission through the outer casing 12 is easily identifiable.

[0115] Furthermore, in the electronic device 10 according to this first embodiment, the light-emitting unit 26 includes LED light sources 26A to 26C, and the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes controlling the control of adjusting the light emission mode of the LED light sources 26A to 26C. Therefore, by adjusting the duty cycle of the LED driving pulse and the light emission time determined by the number of repetitions of the driving pulse, the light emission mode of the LED light sources 26A to 26C can be easily adjusted.

[0116] (First variation)

[0117] In the first embodiment described above, an example of adjusting the light emission mode of the light-emitting part 26 according to the outer casing color information 54 has been given, but the technology of this utility model is not limited thereto. In this first modification, the light emission mode of the light-emitting part 26 is adjusted according to the transmitted light color information 58 and the transmitted light intensity information 60.

[0118] As an example, such as Figure 12 As shown, in the processor 42, the acquisition unit 42A acquires the outer casing information 52 from the storage unit 44. In this first modification, the outer casing information 52 includes transmitted light color information 58 and transmitted light intensity information 60. The transmitted light color information 58 is information related to the change in color of light L after passing through the outer casing 12. Specifically, the transmitted light color information 58 is information that can determine the degree of change (hereinafter also referred to as "color change rate") of the color of light L after passing through the outer casing 12 relative to the color of light L emitted from the light-emitting unit 26.

[0119] Furthermore, the transmitted light intensity information 60 is information related to the change in intensity of the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12. Specifically, the transmitted light intensity information 60 is information that can determine the degree of change (hereinafter also referred to as "intensity change rate") of the light L after transmission through the outer casing 12 relative to the light L emitted from the light-emitting part 26. The color change rate and intensity change rate are affected, for example, by the material of the outer casing 12, the type of coating, the thickness of the coating film 32, and the surface shape of the outer casing 12. The transmitted light color information 58 is an example of "transmitted light color information" involved in the technology of this utility model, and the transmitted light intensity information 60 is an example of "transmitted light intensity information" involved in the technology of this utility model.

[0120] Transmitted light color information 58 and transmitted light intensity information 60 are stored in storage unit 44, for example, during the manufacturing stage of mobile printer 11. Furthermore, the transmitted light color information 58 and transmitted light intensity information 60 are obtained, for example, by measuring the color and brightness of the transmitted light using a colorimeter during a test using the actual machine, and calculating the rate of change relative to the expected emitted color and brightness. Then, the acquisition unit 42A outputs the transmitted light color information 58 and transmitted light intensity information 60 to the light source control unit 42B.

[0121] The light source control unit 42B acquires transmitted light color information 58 and transmitted light intensity information 60 from the acquisition unit 42A. Furthermore, the light source control unit 42B performs control to adjust the light emission mode of the light emission unit 26 based on the color change rate represented by the transmitted light color information 58 and the intensity change rate represented by the transmitted light intensity information 60.

[0122] Specifically, the light source control unit 42B executes control of the set parameters. More specifically, the light source control unit 42B obtains the emission mode derivation formula 62 from the storage unit 44. The emission mode derivation formula 62 is a calculation formula with the color change rate and intensity change rate as independent variables and the values ​​of parameters (e.g., the duty cycle of the driving pulse and the total emission time T, etc.) as dependent variables. The emission mode derivation formula 62 is obtained, for example, by adjusting the emission color and emission amount based on the measurement results of transmitted light in a sensory test using the actual machine, to align with the desired emission color and brightness.

[0123] For example, if the red component tends to decrease in the color-changing rate of the outer casing 12, and if white light (i.e., the desired emission color is white) is desired, the emission amount of the R (red) light-emitting element 27 is relatively increased to make the color of the emitted light L after passing through the outer casing 12 closer to white. Furthermore, for example, if the intensity of light L tends to decrease by about 10% in the intensity change rate of the outer casing 12, the brightness of the emitted light L after passing through the outer casing 12 is made closer to the desired value by increasing the emission amount of each light-emitting element 27 by about 10%.

[0124] Furthermore, an example of setting parameters using the emission mode derivation formula 62 is given here, but this is only one example; of course, a derivation table can also be used. A derivation table is a table that takes the color change rate and intensity change rate as input information and the parameter values ​​as output information.

[0125] When the emitting timing of the light-emitting unit 26 has been reached, the light source control unit 42B causes the LED light sources 26A to 26C to emit light. As described above, the emitting mode of each LED light source 26A to 26C is adjusted according to the color change rate and intensity change rate. When the user's eye E identifies the light L after it has passed through the outer casing 12, the light L will be identified in a state that is close to the expected emitting mode.

[0126] As described above, in the electronic device 10 according to this first modification, the outer casing information 52 includes transmitted light color information 58. Furthermore, the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes control to adjust the emitted light color of the light-emitting unit 26 according to the transmitted light color information 58. Therefore, by adjusting the emitted light color according to the color change rate of the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12, the color of the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12 can be made closer to the desired color compared to the case where the emitted light color is always the same. For example, if the outer casing 12 has a color change, and the shape of the light L's color changes according to the color of the outer casing 12, it would be necessary to explain how to change the color of the light L according to the color change. In this structure, since the color of the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12 is made closer to the desired color, the complexity of the explanation is reduced. Furthermore, the reduced deviation in the shape of the emitted light color of the product also helps to improve quality.

[0127] Furthermore, in the electronic device 10 according to this first modification, the outer casing information 52 includes transmitted light intensity information 60. Moreover, the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes adjusting the amount of light emitted by the light-emitting unit 26 according to the transmitted light intensity information 60. Therefore, by adjusting the amount of light emitted according to the rate of change of the intensity of the light L after passing through the outer casing 12, the light L after passing through the outer casing 12 can be made closer to the desired light intensity (e.g., brightness) compared to the case where the amount of light emitted is always the same.

[0128] Furthermore, in this first modification, an example was described in which the light emission mode of the light-emitting part 26 is adjusted based on both the transmitted light color information 58 and the transmitted light intensity information 60. However, the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. For example, it is also possible to adjust the light emission color of the light-emitting part 26 based solely on the transmitted light color information 58, or to adjust the light emission amount of the light-emitting part 26 based solely on the transmitted light intensity information 60.

[0129] <Second Implementation>

[0130] In the first embodiment described above, an example of adjusting the light emission mode based on the outer casing information 52 was given, but the technology of this utility model is not limited thereto. In this second embodiment, the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 is adjusted based on the ambient light information 64.

[0131] As an example, such as Figure 13As shown, the mobile printer 11 includes a light sensor 51. The light sensor 51 detects ambient light (i.e., external light) around the outer casing 12 via a light-receiving element. Then, the light sensor 51 outputs ambient light information 64 to the processor 42 based on the detection result. The ambient light information 64 is information related to the ambient light around the outer casing 12. The ambient light information 64 is an example of "ambient light information" involved in the technology of this utility model. The ambient light information 64 includes ambient light color information 66 and ambient light intensity information 68. The ambient light color information 66 is information representing the color of the ambient light. The ambient light intensity information 68 is information representing the brightness (i.e., the illuminance of the ambient light) around the outer casing 12.

[0132] In processor 42, acquisition unit 42A acquires ambient light color information 66 and ambient light intensity information 68 from light sensor 51 as ambient light information 64. Then, acquisition unit 42A outputs ambient light color information 66 and ambient light intensity information 68 to light source control unit 42B.

[0133] The light source control unit 42B acquires ambient light color information 66 and ambient light intensity information 68 from the acquisition unit 42A. The light source control unit 42B performs control to adjust the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the ambient light information 64. Specifically, the light source control unit 42B performs control to adjust the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the ambient light color information 66 and the ambient brightness information 68.

[0134] Specifically, the light source control unit 42B executes control of the set parameters. More specifically, the light source control unit 42B obtains the emission mode derivation formula 70 from the storage unit 44. The emission mode derivation formula 70 is a calculation formula with the color and illuminance of ambient light as independent variables and the values ​​of parameters (e.g., the duty cycle of the driving pulse and the total emission time T, etc.) as dependent variables. The emission mode derivation formula 70 is obtained, for example, by adjusting the emission color and emission intensity based on the measurement results of ambient light during sensory testing using the actual machine.

[0135] For example, when the red component in the ambient light exceeds a threshold (e.g., indoor lighting with red illumination or outdoor lighting at sunset), if white light (i.e., the desired emission color is white) is desired, the emission intensity of the R (red) light-emitting element 27 is relatively increased. Therefore, even under reddish ambient light, the color of the emitted light L after passing through the outer casing 12 can be close to white. Furthermore, for example, when the brightness of the ambient light exceeds a threshold, by increasing the emission intensity of each light-emitting element 27, the amount of light emitted L after passing through the outer casing 12 is made close to the desired value. Therefore, even in glaring environments such as sunlight, the emission from the light-emitting section 26 is easily visually discernible.

[0136] Additionally, an example of setting parameters using the emission mode derivation method 70 is given here, but this is only one example; of course, an export table can also be used. An export table is a table that takes the ambient light color and brightness as input information and outputs the parameter values.

[0137] When the light-emitting unit 26 reaches its emission timing, the light source control unit 42B causes the LED light sources 26A to 26C to emit light. As described above, the emission mode of each LED light source 26A to 26C is adjusted according to the color and brightness of the ambient light. When the user's eye E identifies the light L after it has passed through the outer casing 12, the light L will be identified in a state that is close to the expected emission mode.

[0138] As described above, in the electronic device 10 according to this second embodiment, the acquisition unit 42A in the processor 42 acquires ambient light information 64, which is information related to the ambient light around the outer casing. Furthermore, the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes controlling the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 according to the acquired ambient light information 64. Therefore, by adjusting the light emission mode according to the ambient light around the outer casing 12, compared to the case where the light emission mode remains the same even when the ambient light changes, the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12 can be made closer to the desired recognition state.

[0139] Furthermore, in the electronic device 10 according to this second embodiment, the ambient light information 64 includes ambient light intensity information 68. Moreover, the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes controlling the amount of light emitted by the light-emitting unit 26 according to the ambient light intensity information 68. Therefore, by adjusting the amount of light emitted according to the brightness around the outer casing 12, compared to the case where the amount of light emitted remains the same even if the brightness of the ambient light changes, the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12 can be made closer to the desired brightness.

[0140] Furthermore, in the electronic device 10 according to this second embodiment, the ambient light information 64 includes ambient light color information 66. Moreover, the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes control to adjust the emission color of the light-emitting unit 26 according to the ambient light color information 66. Therefore, by adjusting the emission color according to the color of the ambient light around the outer casing 12, compared to the case where the emission color remains the same even when the ambient light color changes, the light L transmitted through the outer casing 12 can be made closer to the desired emission color.

[0141] Furthermore, in this second embodiment, an example of adjusting the emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 based on both ambient light color information 66 and ambient light intensity information 68 has been described, but the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. For example, the emission color of the light-emitting unit 26 may be adjusted based solely on the ambient light color information 66, or the emission amount of the light-emitting unit 26 may be adjusted solely on the ambient light intensity information 68.

[0142] <Third Implementation>

[0143] In the first embodiment described above, an example was given in which the outer body color information 54 was used as the outer body information 52, and the light emission mode was adjusted according to the outer body color information 54. However, the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. In this third embodiment, the outer body information 52 includes information related to the movable part 72 of the outer body 12.

[0144] As an example, such as Figure 14 As shown, the outer casing 12 includes a movable portion 72. The movable portion 72 is a part that forms part of the outer casing 12 and is movable relative to the main body of the outer casing 12. Figure 14 In the example shown, the movable part 72 is a cover member 72A located opposite the light-emitting part 26. The cover member 72A can be opened and closed freely, and when the cover member 72A is in the open state, the light-emitting part 26 is exposed to the outside of the outer casing 12. The cover member 72A is, for example, a sliding cover.

[0145] Furthermore, the mobile printer 11 is equipped with a contact sensor 74. The contact sensor 74 detects the position of the movable part 72. Figure 14 In the example shown, the contact sensor 74 detects whether the cover component 72A is in the open position. The contact sensor 74 is, for example, a mechanical switch that is activated when the cover component 72A is in the open position and deactivated when the cover component 72A is in the closed position. Then, the contact sensor 74 outputs information related to the movable part 72 as external body information 52 based on the detection result. That is, in this embodiment, the external body information 52 includes information related to the movable part 72. Figure 14 In the example shown, the contact sensor 74 outputs cover opening / closing information 76 to the processor 42. Cover opening / closing information 76 indicates the open / closed state of cover component 72A. Cover opening / closing information 76 is an example of "information related to the state of a movable part of an outer casing" as described in this invention. Cover component 72A is an example of a "cover component" as described in this invention.

[0146] In the processor 42, the acquisition unit 42A acquires cover opening / closing information 76 from the contact sensor 74 as information related to the movable part 72. Then, the acquisition unit 42A outputs the cover opening / closing information 76 to the light source control unit 42B.

[0147] The light source control unit 42B acquires the cover opening / closing information 76 from the acquisition unit 42A. Furthermore, the light source control unit 42B performs control to adjust the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the opening / closing state of the cover member 72A indicated by the cover opening / closing information 76. Specifically, the light source control unit 42B performs control using setting parameters from the setting table 78. The parameter control method is the same as in the first embodiment described above, so details are omitted. Here, an example of setting parameters using the setting table 78 is given, but this is only one example; of course, a light emission mode derivation method can also be used.

[0148] For example, when the cover component 72A is open, the amount of light emitted by the light-emitting element 27 is relatively reduced. As a result, even when the user directly visually recognizes the emitted light L, the amount of light emitted by the light L can be made close to the desired value.

[0149] When the emitting timing of the light-emitting unit 26 has been reached, the light source control unit 42B causes the LED light sources 26A to 26C to emit light. As described above, the light intensity of each LED light source 26A to 26C is adjusted according to the opening and closing state of the cover member 72A. Therefore, when the user's eye E identifies the light L, the light L will be identified with a light intensity close to the expected level.

[0150] As described above, in the electronic device 10 according to this third embodiment, the outer casing information 52 includes information related to the state of the movable part 72 of the outer casing 12. Furthermore, the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes control to adjust the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 according to the information related to the state of the movable part 72. Therefore, by adjusting the light emission mode according to the state of the movable part 72 of the outer casing 12, compared to the case where the light emission mode remains the same even if the state of the movable part 72 changes, the light L emitted from the light-emitting unit 26 can be made closer to the desired recognition state.

[0151] Furthermore, in the electronic device 10 according to this third embodiment, the movable part 72 is a cover member 72A disposed in the outer casing 12 at a position opposite to the light-emitting part 26. Moreover, the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes controlling the amount of light emitted by the light-emitting part 26 according to the opening and closing state of the cover member 72A. Therefore, by adjusting the amount of light emitted according to the opening and closing of the cover member 72A of the outer casing 12, compared to the case where the amount of light emitted is always the same regardless of the opening and closing of the cover member 72A, the light L emitted from the light-emitting part 26 can be made closer to the desired brightness.

[0152] Furthermore, in the third embodiment described above, the example of the cover member 72A was given as the movable part 72, but the technology of this utility model is not limited thereto. For example, the movable part 72 may also be a switch member, etc.

[0153] <Fourth Implementation>

[0154] In the first embodiment described above, an example was given of using the outer casing color information 54 as the outer casing information 52, and adjusting the light emission mode based on the outer casing color information 54. However, the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. In this fourth embodiment, the outer casing information 52 includes posture information 82, which is information indicating the posture of the electronic device 10.

[0155] As an example, such as Figure 15 As shown, the mobile printer 11 includes a posture sensor 80. The posture sensor 80 detects the posture of the mobile printer 11. The posture sensor 80 is, for example, an inertial sensor and an accelerometer. Then, the posture sensor 80 outputs posture information 82 as external body information 52. That is, in this embodiment, the external body information 52 includes posture information 82. Posture information 82 is information representing the posture of the electronic device 10 (here, the mobile printer 11). The posture of the electronic device 10 includes rotation angles relative to the reference position when the electronic device 10 is placed on a horizontal plane, with the front-back, left-right, and up-down directions as the central axes. Furthermore, the posture of the electronic device 10 includes the moving speed of the electronic device 10 in each of the front-back, left-right, and up-down directions. Posture information 82 is an example of "posture information" involved in the technology of this utility model.

[0156] In processor 42, acquisition unit 42A acquires posture information 82 from posture sensor 80. Then, acquisition unit 42A outputs posture information 82 to light source control unit 42B.

[0157] The light source control unit 42B acquires posture information 82 from the acquisition unit 42A. Furthermore, the light source control unit 42B performs control to adjust the light emission mode of the light emission unit 26 based on the posture of the moving printer 11 indicated by the posture information 82.

[0158] Specifically, the light source control unit 42B performs control of the set parameters. More specifically, the light source control unit 42B obtains the light emission mode derivation formula 84 from the storage unit 44. The light emission mode derivation formula 84 is a formula with the value representing the posture of the electronic device 10 (e.g., the rotation angle on the XYZ axis) as the independent variable and the values ​​of parameters (e.g., the duty cycle of the drive pulse and the total light emission time T, etc.) as the dependent variable. The light emission mode derivation formula 84 is obtained, for example, by adjusting the light emission color and light emission amount according to the posture of the electronic device 10 during a sensory test using the actual device. In addition, an example of setting parameters using the light emission mode derivation formula 84 is given here, but this is only one example, and of course, a derivation table can also be used.

[0159] For example, when the electronic device 10 is upside down, the light-emitting part 26 stops emitting light. This makes it easy for the user to recognize that the electronic device 10's orientation differs from the intended orientation. Furthermore, for example, when the electronic device 10 is tilted, the light emission levels of the LED light sources 26A to 26C are sequentially adjusted according to the tilt angle of the light-emitting part 26 (for example, the lower the light emission level, the closer to the tilted lower side). This allows the light emitted by the light-emitting part 26 to visually demonstrate the movement of the electronic device 10, making it more engaging for the user and improving the user experience.

[0160] As described above, in the electronic device 10 according to this fourth embodiment, the external device information 52 includes posture information 82 indicating the posture of the electronic device 10. Furthermore, the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes control to adjust the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 according to the posture information 82. Therefore, by adjusting the light emission mode according to the posture of the electronic device 10, the user experience is improved compared to a situation where the same light emission mode is maintained even when the posture changes.

[0161] Furthermore, the technologies disclosed in the above embodiments and the first variation can of course be implemented by appropriate combinations.

[0162] (Second variation)

[0163] In this second variation, in addition to the external body information 52 of each of the above embodiments, the external body information 52 also includes operation state information 86 indicating the operation state of the electronic device 10.

[0164] As an example, such as Figure 16As shown, suppose the user presses the power button 19 with their finger F1. In this case, operation status information 86 is output from the power button 19 to the processor 42. Here, operation status information 86 indicates that the power to the electronic device 10 (here, the mobile printer 11) is turned on. In this embodiment, the external device information 52 includes operation status information 86. In the processor 42, the acquisition unit 42A acquires the operation status information 86 of the mobile printer 11. Then, the acquisition unit 42A outputs the operation status information 86 to the light source control unit 42B. Operation status information 86 is an example of "operation status information" according to the technology of this utility model.

[0165] The light source control unit 42B acquires the operation status information 86 from the acquisition unit 42A. Furthermore, the light source control unit 42B performs control to adjust the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 based on the operation status of the mobile printer 11 indicated by the operation status information 86. Specifically, the light source control unit 42B performs control to set parameters using the light emission mode derivation formula 88. The parameter control method is the same as in the fourth embodiment described above, so details are omitted. Additionally, an example of setting parameters using the light emission mode derivation formula 88 is given here, but this is only one example; of course, a derivation table can also be used.

[0166] For example, when the power is on, the light-emitting part 26 emits white light during the period until the electronic device 10 has finished starting up. This makes it easy for the user to visually recognize that the electronic device 10 is starting up. Furthermore, visually demonstrating the startup of the electronic device 10 by using the light-emitting part 26 to illuminate the device can be engaging for the user, thereby enhancing the user experience.

[0167] As described above, in the electronic device 10 according to this second modification, the external device information 52 includes operation state information 86 indicating the operation state of the electronic device 10. Furthermore, the control based on the light source control unit 42B includes control to adjust the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit 26 according to the operation state information 86. Therefore, by adjusting the light emission mode according to the operation state of the electronic device 10, the user experience is improved compared to a situation where the same light emission mode is maintained even when the operation state changes.

[0168] Furthermore, in this second modification, the operating state of the electronic device 10 is illustrated by an example of the power being turned on, but the technology of this invention is not limited thereto. For example, when the electronic device 10 has a battery, the operating state of the electronic device 10 includes the remaining battery level. In this case, the remaining battery level can be indicated by the light emitted by the light-emitting unit 26. For example, when the remaining battery level is below a threshold, the light-emitting unit 26 can emit red light. Furthermore, when the electronic device 10 has a printer function, the operating state of the electronic device 10 includes the printing function in progress. In this case, multiple LED light sources 26A to 26C can be sequentially lit along the discharge direction during the ejection of the printed film F. Furthermore, the operating state of the electronic device 10 includes the communication state of the electronic device 10. In this case, the communication speed of the electronic device 10 can be indicated by the amount of light emitted by the light-emitting unit 26.

[0169] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of the display unit 16 being disposed on the upper surface 12A of the outer casing 12 have been described, but the technology of this utility model is not limited thereto. The display unit 16 may also be disposed on other surfaces of the outer casing 12. Moreover, multiple display units 16 may be disposed on the surface of the outer casing 12.

[0170] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of forming the transmission suppression layer 30 by printing have been described, but the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. The transmission suppression layer 30 can also be formed by attaching a film component (not shown). Specifically, in the first component 22 of the outer casing 12, a film component is attached to the inner surface 22A1 of the base plate portion 22A. The film component, for example, has a laminated structure and includes an adhesive layer, a transmission suppression layer 30, and a coating. The film component is attached to the outer casing 12 via the adhesive layer. A transmission suppression layer 30 corresponding to the content displayed by the display portion 16 is formed on the adhesive layer. The transmission suppression layer 30 contains a material that absorbs wavelengths in the visible light region. Furthermore, the transmission suppression layer 30 is protected by a coating. By attaching the film component, the transmission suppression layer 30 is formed in the region corresponding to the display portion 16. As a result, the transmittance of the emitted light L emitted from the light-emitting portion 26 differs between the region corresponding to the display portion 16 and the surrounding region. As a result, a transmission suppression layer 30 can be formed simply by attaching the film component, which can help reduce the manufacturing cost of the electronic device 10.

[0171] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples have been given of the three-dimensional shape of the display portion 16 being more prominent than the surrounding area, but the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. For example, the three-dimensional shape of the display portion 16 may also be a shape that is more recessed than the surrounding area, or the surrounding area may be roughened, and the display portion 16 may be provided as a smooth surface.

[0172] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of forming the transmission suppression layer 30 by printing have been described, but the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. For example, the transmission suppression layer 30 can also be formed by locally molding a resin that does not easily transmit light, or it can be formed by installing a light-shielding cover that is different from the outer body 12 on the inner side.

[0173] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of suppressing the transmission of emitted light L in the region corresponding to the display unit 16 have been described, but the technology of this invention is not limited to this. For example, it is also possible to promote the transmission of emitted light L in the region corresponding to the display unit 16. Specifically, the transmission of light in the region corresponding to the display unit 16 can be promoted by forming a transmission suppression layer 30 in a portion other than the region corresponding to the display unit 16. In this way, the light transmittance is differentiated between the region corresponding to the display unit 16 and its surrounding area.

[0174] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of periodic raised and recessed stripe patterns formed on the surface of the outer casing 12 have been described, but the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. The surface of the outer casing 12 may also have a structure other than a stripe pattern to enhance design, or it may be a smooth surface.

[0175] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples have been given of the first component 22 and the second component 24 having symmetrical shapes when viewed in cross-section, but the technology of this utility model is not limited thereto. For example, the first component 22 may have a sidewall portion 22B, and the second component 24 may be a plate-shaped component. In this case, the end face of the sidewall portion 22B abuts against the periphery of the second component 24.

[0176] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of the outer casing 12 being in the form of a cuboid have been given, but the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. For example, the outer casing 12 may also be square, spherical, or cylindrical.

[0177] Furthermore, while the above embodiments have described examples of the electronic device 10 being in the form of a portable printer 11, the technology of this invention is not limited to this. The electronic device 10 can also be a portable electronic device such as an instant camera, digital camera, smartphone, tablet computer, laptop computer, or portable battery. Additionally, the electronic device 10 can also be a fixed electronic device such as a desktop computer, printer, television, or monitor.

[0178] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of film F being a so-called instant film containing photosensitive material have been described, but the technology of this invention is not limited thereto. For example, photographic paper containing thermal material may be used instead of film F.

[0179] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of the light-emitting part 26 being composed of an LED light source have been described, but the technology of this utility model is not limited thereto. For example, the light-emitting part 26 may also be composed of an organic EL (Electro-Luminescence) element.

[0180] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of coating 32 being thicker throughout the entire sidewall portion 22B have been described, but the technology of this utility model is not limited thereto. It is also possible to make the coating 32 thicker on the half of the sidewall portion 22B on the side of the second component 24.

[0181] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of coating 32 being relatively thin throughout the entire base plate portion 22A have been described, but the technology of this utility model is not limited to this. Coating 32 may also be relatively thin in an elliptical region including the transmissive portion 36, or it may be relatively thin only in the region corresponding to the transmissive portion 36.

[0182] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of the substrate 34 of the first component 22 being a semi-transparent material have been described, but the technology of this invention is not limited to this. For example, the substrate 34 may also be a transparent material. However, as described above, from the viewpoint of facilitating appearance adjustments based on the coating 32, it is preferable that the substrate 34 is a semi-transparent material.

[0183] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, examples of the second component 24 being made of a non-transparent resin have been described, but the technology of this invention is not limited thereto. For example, the second component 24 may also be a structure in which a coating (e.g., a coating containing titanium oxide) is formed on a semi-transparent material substrate. However, as described above, from the viewpoint of suppressing the entry of external light, it is preferable that the second component 24 is formed of a non-transparent material.

[0184] Furthermore, while examples of storage programs 44A stored in storage unit 44 have been described in the above embodiments, the technology of this invention is not limited thereto. For example, the control program 44A may also be stored in a storage medium such as an SSD or a USB (Universal Serial Bus) memory (figures omitted). The storage medium is a portable, computer-readable, non-transitory storage medium. The control program 44A stored in the storage medium is installed in the electronic device 10. The processor 42 performs light emission control processing according to the control program 44A.

[0185] Furthermore, the control program 44A can also be stored in the storage device of another computer or server connected to the electronic device 10 via a network, and can be downloaded and installed on the electronic device 10 upon request. That is, the program (i.e., the program product) described in this embodiment can be provided not only in the form of a recording medium, but also in the form of distribution from an external computer.

[0186] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, the processor 42, storage unit 44, and RAM 46 of the electronic device 10 are exemplified as a computer. However, the technology of this utility model is not limited to this, and devices including ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array), and / or PLD (Programmable Logic Device) can be used instead of a computer. Furthermore, a combination of hardware and software structures can be used instead of a computer.

[0187] As the hardware resource for performing the light emission control processing described in the above embodiments, various processors as shown below can be used. For example, a CPU can be cited as a processor; this CPU is a general-purpose processor that performs the function of executing processing by executing software (i.e., a program). Furthermore, as a processor, a dedicated circuit can be cited as an example; this dedicated circuit is a processor with a circuit structure specifically designed for performing specific processing, such as an FPGA, PLD, or ASIC. Regardless of the type of processor, it has built-in or connected memory, and regardless of the type of processor, it executes processing using the memory.

[0188] The hardware resources for performing the light emission control processing can consist of one of these various processors, or a combination of two or more processors of the same or different types (e.g., a combination of multiple FPGAs or a combination of a CPU and an FPGA). Furthermore, the hardware resources for performing the light emission control processing can also be a single processor.

[0189] As examples of processors, firstly, there are processors consisting of a combination of one or more CPUs and software, which perform the functions of hardware resources for performing light emission control processing. Secondly, there are processors, such as System-on-a-chip (SoC), which use a single IC (Integrated Circuit) chip to implement the overall system functionality, including multiple hardware resources for performing light emission control processing. In this way, light emission control processing is implemented by using one or more of the aforementioned processors as hardware resources.

[0190] The hardware architecture of these various processors, more specifically, can utilize circuits composed of combined semiconductor elements and other circuit components. Furthermore, the above process is merely one example. Therefore, it is certainly possible to delete unnecessary steps, add new steps, or change the processing order without departing from the main point.

[0191] The above description and illustrations are detailed explanations of the parts related to the technology of this utility model, and are merely one example of the technology of this utility model. For example, the description of the structure, function, effect, and effect is an example of the structure, function, effect, and effect of the parts related to the technology of this utility model. Therefore, it is of course possible to delete unnecessary parts, add new elements, or replace the above description and illustrations without departing from the spirit of the technology of this utility model. Furthermore, to avoid trouble and facilitate understanding of the parts related to the technology of this utility model, explanations of technical common sense that do not require special explanation in implementing the technology of this utility model have been omitted from the above description and illustrations.

[0192] In this specification, "A and / or B" has the same meaning as "at least one of A and B". That is, "A and / or B" means that it can be only A, only B, or a combination of A and B. Furthermore, in this specification, when more than three items are expressed by associating them with "and / or", the same meaning as "A and / or B" also applies.

[0193] All documents, patent applications and technical standards described in this specification are referenced in this specification to the same extent as the specific and individual circumstances in which each document, patent application and technical standard is specifically and individually described by reference.

[0194] The following further details are disclosed regarding the above-described implementation methods.

[0195] <Postscript 1>

[0196] An electronic device comprising:

[0197] outer body;

[0198] A light-emitting part is disposed inside the aforementioned outer casing, and is capable of transmitting light through the aforementioned outer casing and emitting it to the outside; and

[0199] An electronic circuit having: the function of acquiring information about an external component, the external component information being information related to the state of the external component; and the function of controlling the light emission mode of the light-emitting part according to the acquired external component information.

[0200] <Appendix 2>

[0201] According to the electronic device described in Appendix 1, wherein,

[0202] The aforementioned exterior component information includes exterior component color information, which is information related to the color of the aforementioned exterior component.

[0203] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the luminous color of the luminous part based on the aforementioned outer casing color information.

[0204] <Appendix 3>

[0205] The electronic device according to Appendix 1 or Appendix 2, wherein,

[0206] The aforementioned external component information includes transmitted light color information, which is information related to changes in the color of light transmitted through the external component.

[0207] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the emission color of the light-emitting part based on the transmitted light color information.

[0208] <Appendix 4>

[0209] The electronic device according to any one of Annexes 1 to 3, wherein,

[0210] The aforementioned external component information includes transmitted light intensity information, which is information related to changes in the intensity of light transmitted through the external component.

[0211] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the luminous amount of the luminescent part based on the transmitted light intensity information.

[0212] <Appendix 5>

[0213] The electronic device according to any one of Annexes 1 to 4, wherein,

[0214] The processor also acquires ambient light information, which is information related to the ambient light surrounding the aforementioned external component.

[0215] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the light emission mode of the light-emitting unit based on the acquired ambient light information.

[0216] <Appendix 6>

[0217] According to the electronic device described in Appendix 5, wherein,

[0218] The aforementioned ambient light information includes ambient light intensity information representing the brightness around the aforementioned exterior component.

[0219] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the luminous intensity of the light-emitting part based on the aforementioned ambient light intensity information.

[0220] <Appendix 7>

[0221] The electronic device according to Appendix 5 or Appendix 6, wherein,

[0222] The aforementioned ambient light information includes ambient light color information representing the color of the ambient light surrounding the aforementioned exterior component.

[0223] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the emission color of the light-emitting part based on the aforementioned ambient light color information.

[0224] <Postscript 8>

[0225] The electronic device according to any one of Annexes 1 to 7, wherein,

[0226] The aforementioned external assembly information includes information related to the state of the movable parts of the aforementioned external assembly.

[0227] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the light-emitting mode of the light-emitting part based on information related to the state of the movable part.

[0228] <Postscript 9>

[0229] According to the electronic device described in Appendix 8, wherein...

[0230] The movable part is a cover component disposed in the outer body at a position opposite to the light-emitting part.

[0231] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the amount of light emitted by the light-emitting part according to the opening and closing state of the cover component.

[0232] <Postscript 10>

[0233] The electronic device according to any one of Annexes 1 to 9, wherein,

[0234] The aforementioned external component information includes posture information indicating the posture of the aforementioned electronic device.

[0235] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the light emission mode of the light-emitting part based on the aforementioned posture information.

[0236] <Postscript 11>

[0237] The electronic device according to any one of Annexes 2 to 10, wherein,

[0238] The aforementioned external component information includes operational status information indicating the operational status of the aforementioned electronic device.

[0239] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the light emission mode of the light-emitting part based on the aforementioned operational status information.

[0240] <Postscript 12>

[0241] The electronic device according to any one of Annexes 1 to 11, wherein,

[0242] The surface of the aforementioned outer casing is formed with a striped pattern consisting of periodic undulations.

[0243] <Postscript 13>

[0244] The electronic device according to any one of Annexes 1 to 12, wherein,

[0245] The aforementioned outer casing has a display section that displays characters, symbols, and / or graphics based on the difference between the surface and the surrounding three-dimensional shape.

[0246] The aforementioned display section is formed at a position opposite to the aforementioned light-emitting section.

[0247] <Postscript 14>

[0248] The electronic device according to any one of Annexes 1 to 13, wherein,

[0249] In the aforementioned outer casing, a coating is formed on the outer side.

[0250] The thickness of the coating film in the area through which light from the light-emitting part is transmitted is set to be thinner than the thickness of the coating film in other areas.

[0251] <Postscript 15>

[0252] The electronic device according to any one of Annexes 1 to 14, wherein,

[0253] The aforementioned light-emitting part includes an LED light source.

[0254] The aforementioned control includes adjusting the light emission mode of the aforementioned LED light source.

Claims

1. An electronic device, comprising: Possessing: an outer body; a light emitting portion provided in the inside of the outer body and capable of making light transmit the outer body and emit to the outside; and an electronic circuit having a function of acquiring outer body information which is information related to the state of the outer body and a function of performing control of adjusting the light emitting mode of the light emitting portion according to the acquired outer body information.

2. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the outer body information includes outer body color information which is information related to the color of the outer body, the control includes control of adjusting the light emitting color of the light emitting portion according to the outer body color information.

3. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the outer body information includes transmitted light color information which is information related to the change in the color of light transmitting the outer body, the control includes control of adjusting the light emitting color of the light emitting portion according to the transmitted light color information.

4. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the outer body information includes transmitted light intensity information which is information related to the change in the intensity of light transmitting the outer body, the control includes control of adjusting the light emitting amount of the light emitting portion according to the transmitted light intensity information.

5. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the electronic circuit further acquires ambient light information which is information related to ambient light around the outer body, the control includes control of adjusting the light emitting mode of the light emitting portion according to the acquired ambient light information.

6. The electronic device according to claim 5, wherein the ambient light information includes ambient light intensity information indicating the brightness of the ambient light around the outer body, the control includes control of adjusting the light emitting amount of the light emitting portion according to the ambient light intensity information.

7. The electronic device according to claim 5, wherein the ambient light information includes ambient light color information indicating the color of the ambient light around the outer body, the control includes control of adjusting the light emitting color of the light emitting portion according to the ambient light color information.

8. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the outer body information includes information related to the state of a movable portion of the outer body, the control includes control of adjusting the light emitting mode of the light emitting portion according to the information related to the state of the movable portion.

9. The electronic device according to claim 8, wherein the movable portion is a cover member provided in the outer body at a position opposite to the light emitting portion, the control includes control of adjusting the light emitting amount of the light emitting portion according to the open / close state of the cover member.

10. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the outer body information includes posture information indicating the posture of the electronic device, the control includes control of adjusting the light emitting mode of the light emitting portion according to the posture information. ​ 11. The electronic device according to any one of claims 2 to 10, wherein the exterior body information includes action state information indicating an action state of the electronic device, and the control includes control to adjust the light emission mode of the light emission section in accordance with the action state information.

12. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein a stripe pattern composed of periodic concavo-convex is formed on the surface of the exterior body.

13. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the exterior body has a display section that displays characters, symbols, and / or figures by a difference in the surface from the surrounding three-dimensional shape, and the display section is formed at a position opposite the light emission section.

14. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein a coating film is formed on the exterior body on the outside, and the thickness of the coating film in a region where light from the light emission section is transmitted is set thinner than the thickness of the coating film in other regions.

15. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the light emission section includes an LED light source, and the control includes control to adjust the light emission mode of the LED light source. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

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