Earphone

Abstract

The utility model provides an earphone which comprises an ear hanging part and a sound production part, the ear hanging part is used for being worn on the ear of a wearer, and the sound production part is arranged at the first end of the ear hanging part; the camera shooting part is arranged at the second end of the ear hanging part, and the second end of the ear hanging part is the end part, far away from the first end, of the ear hanging part; and the electric conduction piece is arranged on the ear hanging part in a penetrating manner, one end of the electric conduction piece is connected with the sound production part, and the other end of the electric conduction piece is connected with the camera shooting part, so that the diversity of earphone functions is realized, and the compactness of the earphone is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of sound-to-electricity conversion technology, specifically, it relates to an earphone. Background Technology

[0002] As audio devices, headphones are primarily limited to audio playback, calls, and volume control, which no longer meets the demands of modern users for multi-functional integration. Especially with the widespread use of social media and mobile photography, people often want to capture their surroundings while listening to music or answering calls.

[0003] In existing technologies, headphones have limited functionality, which restricts their applications; and carrying headphones and cameras separately also affects the user's experience and convenience when using headphones. Utility Model Content

[0004] One objective of this invention is to provide a new technical solution for headphones.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, an earphone is provided, comprising:

[0006] The device includes an ear loop and a sound-emitting part, wherein the ear loop is worn on the wearer's ear and the sound-emitting part is located at the first end of the ear loop;

[0007] A camera unit is disposed at the second end of the ear-hook portion, wherein the second end of the ear-hook portion is the end of the ear-hook portion that is away from the first end;

[0008] An electrical conductive element is provided, which is inserted through the ear-mount portion, with one end of the electrical conductive element connected to the sound-emitting portion and the other end of the electrical conductive element connected to the camera portion.

[0009] Optionally, the sound-generating part includes a circuit board, and one end of the electrical conductive element is electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0010] Optionally, the electrical conductive element is a first FPC element, which bends along with the ear portion.

[0011] Optionally, the camera unit includes a housing, a camera module, and an electrical connector. The camera module and the electrical connector are disposed in the housing, and the other end of the electrical conductor is electrically connected to the camera module through the electrical connector.

[0012] Optionally, the electrical connector has a plurality of first contact points, and the other end of the electrical conductor has a plurality of second contact points, wherein the second contact points are press-fitted with the first contact points.

[0013] Optionally, the housing has a first opening and a second opening on opposite sides, the second end of the ear is connected to the first opening, and the camera module is connected to the second opening.

[0014] Optionally, the electrical connector includes a first connecting segment and a second connecting segment, with a bending angle formed between the first connecting segment and the second connecting segment, the first contact point being located on the first connecting segment, and the second connecting segment being connected to the camera module.

[0015] Optionally, the first connecting segment is attached to the inner wall of the housing, and the second connecting segment is attached to the inner side of the camera module.

[0016] Optionally, the electrical connector is a second FPC component, which is bent within the housing.

[0017] Optionally, it also includes a battery disposed in the sound-generating part.

[0018] One technical advantage of this utility model is:

[0019] This application provides an earphone, which includes an ear hook and a sound-emitting part. The ear hook is worn on the wearer's ear, and the sound-emitting part is disposed at a first end of the ear hook. A camera part is disposed at a second end of the ear hook, which is the end of the ear hook away from the first end. An electrical conductive part is inserted through the ear hook, with one end of the electrical conductive part connected to the sound-emitting part and the other end of the electrical conductive part connected to the camera part. This realizes the diversification of earphone functions and improves the compactness of the earphone.

[0020] Other features and advantages of the present invention will become clear from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0021] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments of the present invention and, together with their description, serve to explain the principles of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an overall headphone provided in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 An exploded view of an earphone provided in one embodiment of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of an earphone in a wearing state, provided as an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] The components are: 1. Ear hook; 2. Sound-emitting part; 3. Camera part; 31. Housing; 32. Camera module; 33. Electrical connector; 331. First connecting section; 332. Second connecting section. Detailed Implementation

[0026] Various exemplary embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps set forth in these embodiments do not limit the scope of the present invention.

[0027] The embodiments of this application will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0028] The terms "first" and "second" in the specification and claims of this application may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" means two or more. Furthermore, "and / or" in the specification and claims indicates at least one of the connected objects, and the character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following objects are in an "or" relationship.

[0029] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0030] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0031] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be discussed further in subsequent figures.

[0032] Headphones, as a common audio device, convert electrical signals into sound signals for users to enjoy. However, the functional limitations of headphones in current technology are becoming increasingly apparent. Especially with the increasing prevalence of mobile devices, users are demanding greater versatility from headphones, such as functions like taking photos, recording videos, and social media sharing.

[0033] The earphones provided in this application embodiment have a camera unit set in the ear hook, which enables the earphones to play audio, make calls and adjust volume through the sound-emitting part, and also to take pictures and capture videos using the camera unit, thereby realizing the diversification of earphone functions and improving the structural compactness of the earphones.

[0034] In the embodiments of this application, the front, back, top, and bottom directions of the wearer's ear can be referred to as follows: Figure 3 direction shown.

[0035] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 This application provides an earphone, which includes:

[0036] The ear hook 1 and the sound-emitting part 2 are provided. The ear hook 1 is worn on the wearer's ear, and the sound-emitting part 2 is located at the first end of the ear hook 1.

[0037] The camera unit 3 is disposed at the second end of the ear-hanging part 1, and the second end of the ear-hanging part 1 is the end of the ear-hanging part 1 that is away from the first end;

[0038] An electrical conductive element is inserted through the ear loop 1, with one end of the electrical conductive element connected to the sound-emitting part 2 and the other end of the electrical conductive element connected to the camera part 3.

[0039] In this embodiment, the ear hook 1 and the sound-emitting part 2 can form the main body of the earphone. This main body can be an improvement on a conventional ear hook earphone to facilitate the connection between the camera part 3 and the main body.

[0040] Alternatively, the ear hook 1 and the sound-emitting part 2 can form a traditional wireless or wired ear hook headphone, with the camera part 3 directly connected to the tail of the traditional ear hook headphone. This traditional ear hook headphone can be an OWS headphone (Open Wearable Stereo) or a TWS headphone (True Wireless Stereo).

[0041] This embodiment of the application incorporates a camera unit 3 at the tail of the earphone body, formed by the ear hook 1 and the sound-emitting part 2, creating a non-detachable unit. The earphone can simultaneously play audio, make calls, and adjust volume via the sound-emitting part 2, while also capturing photos and videos using the camera unit 3. This diversifies the earphone's functions and improves its compactness. It also expands the earphone's application scenarios, enhancing the user experience and convenience.

[0042] In this embodiment, the first end of the ear hook 1 can be the head of the ear hook 1, and the second end of the ear hook 1 can be the tail of the ear hook 1. The electrical conductor extends from the head of the ear hook 1 to the tail of the ear hook 1 and protrudes from the tail to facilitate the connection between the electrical conductor and the camera unit 3, thereby ensuring the structural integrity and compactness of the earphone.

[0043] An electrical conductor passes through the earpiece 1 and connects the sound-emitting part 2 and the camera part 3, enabling rapid and stable transmission of electrical signals between the sound-emitting part 2 and the camera part 3. This ensures that the sound-emitting part 2 can accurately receive audio signals and emit sound, while the camera part 3 can also receive control signals in a timely manner to take pictures.

[0044] In one embodiment, the earphone can be equipped with a button, which can be located on the ear hook 1, the sound output part 2, or the camera part 3. By pressing the button in different states, functions such as answering calls, switching songs, and taking photos can be switched, simplifying the structure of the earphone.

[0045] In another embodiment, the earphone can be equipped with multiple buttons, which can be located on one of the ear hook 1, the sound-emitting part 2, or the camera part 3, or on at least two of these three parts. Using multiple buttons to control functions such as answering calls, switching songs, and taking photos ensures the convenience and accuracy of earphone operation.

[0046] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 and Figure 3 The ear loop 1 includes an ear loop section, a back ear section, and an extension section connected in sequence;

[0047] When the ear loop 1 is worn on the wearer's ear, the ear loop section hangs on the wearer's ear, the back ear section is located on the back side of the wearer's ear, and the extension section is located on the lower side of the wearer's ear and extends towards the front of the wearer.

[0048] In the above embodiment, the end of the ear hook segment furthest from the back ear segment forms the first end of the ear hook portion 1. The ear hook segment is used to hook onto the wearer's ear. By matching the ear hook segment with the upper part of the ear contour, the stability of the headphones during wear can be ensured, reducing the possibility of the headphones falling off due to excessive movement or motion. The back ear segment is located on the back side of the wearer's ear and can cooperate with the ear hook segment to further enhance the stability of the headphones.

[0049] The end of the extension segment away from the back ear segment forms the second end of the ear hook 1. The extension segment is located on the lower side of the wearer's ear and extends towards the front of the wearer. In addition to dispersing the pressure of the headphones on the ears and reducing the pressure during long-term wear, it also facilitates the connection between the camera unit 3 and the extension segment.

[0050] In one embodiment, the sound-generating part 2 has a circuit board (not shown in the figure), and one end of the electrical conductor is electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0051] In this embodiment, an electrical conductor connects the camera unit 3 to the circuit board, achieving an electrical control connection between the circuit board and the camera unit 3. The circuit board can control the sound output of the sound-producing unit in the sound-producing section 2 while simultaneously achieving precise control or response to the shooting operation of the camera unit 3, thus improving the functionality and response speed of the headphones.

[0052] In one embodiment, see Figure 2 The electrical conductive component is the first FPC component, which bends along with the ear part 1.

[0053] In the above embodiment, the ear hook 1 needs to form a bent and extended structure to fit the contour of the wearer's ear; the use of the first FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) component as the electrical conductor facilitates the bending of the electrical conductor within the ear hook 1, thereby ensuring the stability of the connection between the sound-emitting part 2 and the camera part 3.

[0054] Furthermore, the positions of the sound-emitting part 2 and the camera part 3 can be flexibly adjusted, and the first FPC component can deform to follow the positions of the sound-emitting part 2 and the camera part 3, ensuring the effectiveness of the connection of the first FPC component.

[0055] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 The camera unit 3 includes a housing 31, a camera module 32, and an electrical connector 33. The camera module 32 and the electrical connector 33 are disposed in the housing 31, and the other end of the electrical conductor is electrically connected to the camera module 32 through the electrical connector 33.

[0056] In the above embodiments, the housing 31 provides a stable support for the camera module 32 and the electrical connector 33. By connecting the camera module 32 and the electrical connector 33 to the housing 31, the relative position between the camera module 32 and the electrical connector 33 is kept stable, thereby improving the overall stability and durability of the camera unit 3.

[0057] See Figure 2 One end of the electrical connector 33 is connected to the electrical conductor, and the connection method can be welding or snap-fitting. The other end of the electrical connector 33 is connected to the camera module 32, and the connection method can also be welding or snap-fitting, so as to ensure the stability of the connection between the electrical connector 33 and the camera module 32.

[0058] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 The electrical connector 33 has multiple first contact points, and the other end of the electrical conductor has multiple second contact points, which are crimped together with the first contact points.

[0059] In the above embodiments, the electrical connector 33 can be a first connecting plate, and the electrical conductor can be a second connecting plate. By pressing together multiple first contact points on the first connecting plate and multiple second contact points on the second connecting plate, a board-to-board connection between the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate can be achieved, ensuring signal and current transmission between the electrical connector 33 and the electrical conductor.

[0060] In one specific embodiment, the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are connected by mechanical contact. Mechanical contact means that the second contact point is tightly combined with the first contact point by the action of external force, so as to ensure the stability of the electrical contact between the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate.

[0061] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The housing 31 has a first opening and a second opening on opposite sides, the second end of the ear part 1 is connected to the first opening, and the camera module 32 is connected to the second opening.

[0062] In the above embodiment, the ear portion 1 is connected to the first opening of the housing 31 via a second end. The connection can be achieved using bolts, nuts, or other fasteners, thereby enhancing the stability of the connection between the ear portion 1 and the camera portion 3 and ensuring the effectiveness of the electrical connection between the electrical conductor and the camera portion 3. Simultaneously, the camera module 32 is connected to the second opening, for example, by adhesively bonding or snapping the camera module 32 into the second opening, which also ensures the stable installation of the camera module 32 on the housing 31.

[0063] See Figure 2Connecting the ear-shaped part 1 and the camera module 32 to the openings on opposite sides of the housing 31 helps to disperse the stress on the housing 31, making the overall structure of the camera part 3 more balanced and stable.

[0064] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 The electrical connector 33 includes a first connecting segment 331 and a second connecting segment 332, with a bending angle between the first connecting segment 331 and the second connecting segment 332. The first contact point is located at the first connecting segment 331, and the second connecting segment 332 is connected to the camera module 32.

[0065] In the above embodiments, the relative bending arrangement between the first connecting segment 331 and the second connecting segment 332 allows the electrical connector 33 to flexibly adapt to different spatial layout requirements, facilitating the docking of the camera module 32 and the electrical conductive component within a limited space and ensuring a stable connection between the camera module 32 and the electrical conductive component. Simultaneously, the first contact point on the first connecting segment 331 and the second contact point of the electrical conductive component are press-fitted together, ensuring the continuity and stability of signal transmission.

[0066] In one specific embodiment, the first connecting segment 331 and the second connecting segment 332 are bent in conjunction with the inner wall structure of the housing 31, and a bending angle with a right angle is formed between the first connecting segment 331 and the second connecting segment 332, so as to ensure the stability of the electrical connector 33 while reserving more installation space in the housing 31.

[0067] In some embodiments, the first connecting segment 331 is attached to the inner wall of the housing 31, and the second connecting segment 332 is attached to the inner side of the camera module 32.

[0068] In the above embodiments, by attaching the first connecting segment 331 to the inner wall of the housing 31 and the second connecting segment 332 to the inner side of the camera module 32, the electrical connector 33 can make full use of the limited space and avoid additional space occupation, thereby achieving the compactness of the camera unit 3 structure.

[0069] Furthermore, the fit between the first connecting segment 331 and the inner wall of the housing 31 helps reduce the shaking or movement between the electrical connector 33 and the housing 31, and the fit between the second connecting segment 332 and the camera module 32 helps reduce the shaking or movement between the electrical connector 33 and the camera module 32, thereby enhancing the stability of the connection.

[0070] In some embodiments, the electrical connector 33 is a second FPC component, which is bent within the housing 31.

[0071] In the above embodiments, the flexible bending of the second FPC component can adapt to the spatial layout within the housing 31, improving the compactness of the camera unit 3 structure; at the same time, the arrangement of the second FPC component can ensure the effectiveness of the electrical connector 33 in connecting the electrical conductor and the camera module 32.

[0072] In one embodiment, the headphones also include a battery (not shown in the figure), which is disposed in the sound-emitting part 2. This avoids the battery occupying the internal space of the ear hook 1, making it easier for the ear hook 1 to fit the wearer's ear. Moreover, placing the battery in the sound-emitting part 2 can make full use of the internal space of the sound-emitting part 2, making the entire headphone device more compact in layout.

[0073] Although specific embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail by way of examples, those skilled in the art should understand that the above examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can be made to the above embodiments without departing from the scope and spirit of the present invention. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An earphone, characterized by comprising: The ear-hanging part (1) is used for wearing to the ear of the wearer, and the sound-producing part (2) is arranged at the first end of the ear-hanging part (1). The camera part (3) is arranged at the second end of the ear-hanging part (1), and the second end of the ear-hanging part (1) is the end of the ear-hanging part (1) away from the first end. The electrically conductive piece is a first FPC piece, and the first FPC piece is bent along the ear-hanging part (1). The sound-producing part (2) has a circuit board, and one end of the electrically conductive piece is electrically connected to the circuit board. The camera part (3) includes a housing (31), a camera module (32), and an electrically connecting piece (33), the camera module (32) and the electrically connecting piece (33) are arranged in the housing (31), and the other end of the electrically conductive piece is electrically connected to the camera module (32) through the electrically connecting piece (33).

2. The earphone of claim 1, wherein, The electrically connecting piece (33) has a plurality of first contact points, the other end of the electrically conductive piece has a plurality of second contact points, and the second contact points are press-fitted with the first contact points.

3. The earphone of claim 1, wherein The housing (31) has a first opening and a second opening on opposite sides, the second end of the ear-hanging part (1) is connected to the first opening, and the camera module (32) is connected to the second opening.

4. The earphone of claim 3, wherein The electrically connecting piece (33) includes a first connecting section (331) and a second connecting section (332), a bending angle is formed between the first connecting section (331) and the second connecting section (332), the first contact points are located on the first connecting section (331), and the second connecting section (332) is connected to the camera module (32).

5. The earphone of claim 3, wherein The first connecting section (331) is attached to the inner wall of the housing (31), and the second connecting section (332) is attached to the inner side of the camera module (32).

6. The earphone of claim 4, wherein, The electrically connecting piece (33) is a second FPC piece, and the second FPC piece is bent and arranged in the housing (31).

7. The earphone of claim 6, wherein Further comprising a battery, the battery is arranged in the sound-producing part (2).

8. The earphone of claim 3, wherein, ​ 9. The earphone of claim 1, wherein, ​

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