Combinable array microphone and camera assembly

Abstract

The utility model discloses a combinable array microphone and a camera assembly. The array microphone module is of a long-strip-shaped structure, a microphone array is integrated in the array microphone module, the array microphone module is used for achieving long-distance and high-definition pickup, and the array microphone module is provided with a first electrical interface and a first installation interface. According to the utility model, the camera module can be detached from the array microphone module, so that a user can select whether to use the camera module or the array microphone module in a combined manner or not according to requirements, and the camera module or the array microphone module can be independently upgraded in the future, thereby improving the life cycle and economical efficiency of the product; due to the fact that connecting structures on the camera module, the array microphone module and the connecting base module are unified, installation steps are simplified, cable management is facilitated, and through modular combination, the array microphone module and the camera module have good integrity and attractiveness after being combined.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of computer peripheral technology, specifically to a combinable array microphone and camera assembly. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, when conducting remote meetings or online communication, users typically need to use both a camera and a microphone simultaneously. Option 1: The camera and microphone built into a laptop or monitor often have limited pickup range and sound quality, especially in larger spaces or multi-person meetings, making it difficult to meet the need for clear audio pickup. Option 2: Using a separate USB camera and microphone (or microphone array). While this method can improve audio and video quality, the devices are scattered, resulting in numerous desktop cables, relatively cumbersome connection and setup, and occupying multiple USB ports. Option 3: All-in-one conferencing systems that integrate a camera and microphone. These products typically have a high degree of integration, but the camera and microphone components are often fixed in design, lacking flexibility. Users cannot upgrade or replace individual modules according to specific needs. For example, if the camera performance is sufficient, but improving audio pickup might require replacing the entire device. Therefore, existing solutions still have room for improvement in terms of integration, flexibility, audio pickup quality, and ease of use. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a combinable array microphone and camera assembly to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a combinable array microphone and camera assembly, comprising:

[0005] Array microphone module: The array microphone module has a long strip structure and integrates a microphone array inside for long-distance, high-definition sound pickup. The array microphone module is provided with a first electrical interface and a first mounting interface. The bottom or back of the array microphone module is provided with a second electrical connector and a second mounting structure.

[0006] Camera module: The camera module has an image acquisition function, and a first electrical connector and a first mounting structure are provided at the bottom of the camera module;

[0007] Connection base module: The connection base module is used to support and fix the array microphone module. The top of the connection base module is provided with a second electrical interface and a second mounting interface.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the camera module is installed on the array microphone module through the first electrical connector, the first mounting structure, the first electrical interface and the first mounting interface, and then the array microphone module is installed on the connecting base module through the second electrical connector, the second mounting structure, the second electrical interface and the second mounting interface.

[0009] Preferably, the positions of the first electrical connector and the first mounting structure on the camera module correspond to the positions of the first electrical interface and the first mounting interface on the array microphone module, respectively.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the camera module can be stably and securely installed on the array microphone module, preventing the camera module from falling off the array microphone module during use.

[0011] Preferably, the positions of the second electrical connector and the second mounting structure on the array microphone module correspond to the positions of the second electrical interface and the second mounting interface on the connecting base module, respectively.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, the array microphone module can be stably and securely installed on the connecting base module, preventing the array microphone module from falling off the connecting base module during use.

[0013] Preferably, the connection base module is provided with at least one external data or power interface (e.g., USB interface) for connecting to a computer or other host device.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the connecting base module can be designed as a display clamp, which makes it easy to clamp onto the edge of the display.

[0015] Preferably, the camera module is engaged with the array microphone module through a first mounting structure and a first mounting interface.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the first mounting structure on the camera module and the first mounting interface on the array microphone module can be mechanically fixed by means of snap-fit, sliding rail, magnetic or threaded connection.

[0017] Preferably, the first electrical connector and the first electrical interface can be integrated into the first mounting structure and the first mounting interface, respectively. The first electrical connector and the first electrical interface are independent contact interfaces (such as Pogo Pin) or standard interfaces (such as USB Type-C) for data transmission or power supply between the camera module and the array microphone module.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solutions, electrical connectors and electrical interfaces can be combined with the installation structure and installation interface respectively, so that the installation structure and installation interface can not only play a connection role, but also play a data transmission or power supply role.

[0019] Preferably, the array microphone module is engaged with the connecting base module via a second mounting structure and a second mounting interface.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the second mounting structure on the microphone module and the second mounting interface on the connecting base module can adopt a structure that is compatible with the slot or fixing point of a specific device, so as to achieve fast and stable installation.

[0021] Preferably, the first electrical connector on the camera module is a USB Type-C connector, which allows the camera module to be used independently or connected to other devices even without the array microphone module.

[0022] By adopting the above technical solution, the second electrical connector on the array microphone module can also be a USB Type-C connector, enabling the array microphone module to be used independently or connected to other devices.

[0023] Preferably, the data or power interface (e.g., USB interface) on the connection base module is responsible for providing power and data communication to the camera module and the array microphone module.

[0024] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0025] 1. This combinable array microphone and camera assembly, through an independent array microphone module, can significantly improve the long-distance sound pickup effect (such as meeting the needs of small and medium-sized conference rooms within 6 meters), improve the sound pickup effect and integration, and at the same time, the camera can be installed on the array microphone module. Compared with completely separate devices, the structure is more compact and the desktop is cleaner.

[0026] 2. This combinable array microphone and camera assembly allows the camera module to be detached from the array microphone module. Users can choose whether to use them together according to their needs, or upgrade the camera module or array microphone module separately in the future, thus improving the product's life cycle and cost-effectiveness.

[0027] 3. The modular array microphone and camera assembly simplifies the installation process and facilitates cable management due to the unified connection structure on the camera module, array microphone module, and connection base module. Furthermore, the modular combination ensures that the array microphone module and camera module have good integration and aesthetics after assembly. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1This is a perspective view of the camera module, array microphone module, and connecting base module of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the camera module, array microphone module, and connecting base module of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the camera module and the connecting base module of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the array microphone module and the connecting base module of this utility model.

[0032] In the diagram: 1. Camera module; 11. First electrical connector; 12. First mounting structure; 2. Array microphone module; 21. First electrical interface; 22. First mounting interface; 23. Second electrical connector; 24. Second mounting structure; 3. Connecting base module; 31. Second electrical interface; 32. Second mounting interface. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0034] Please see Figure 1-4 This utility model provides an embodiment of a combinable array microphone and camera assembly, comprising: an array microphone module 2: the array microphone module 2 has an elongated structure and integrates a microphone array for long-distance, high-definition sound pickup; the array microphone module 2 is provided with a first electrical interface 21 and a first mounting interface 22; the bottom or back of the array microphone module 2 is provided with a second electrical connector 23 and a second mounting structure 24; a camera module 1: the camera module 1 has an image acquisition function; the bottom of the camera module 1 is provided with a first electrical connector 11 and a first mounting structure 12; and a connecting base module 3: the connecting base module 3 is used to support and fix the array microphone module 2; the top of the connecting base module 3 is provided with a second electrical interface 31 and a second mounting interface 32; the camera module 1 is mounted on the array microphone module 2 through the first electrical connector 11, the first mounting structure 12, the first electrical interface 21, and the first mounting interface 22; and then the array microphone module 2 is mounted on the connecting base module 3 through the second electrical connector 23, the second mounting structure 24, the second electrical interface 31, and the second mounting interface 32.

[0035] In this embodiment, the positions of the first electrical connector 11 and the first mounting structure 12 on the camera module 1 correspond to the positions of the first electrical interface 21 and the first mounting interface 22 on the array microphone module 2, respectively, so that the camera module 1 can be stably and firmly mounted on the array microphone module 2, and the camera module 1 will not fall off the array microphone module 2 during use.

[0036] In this embodiment, the positions of the second electrical connector 23 and the second mounting structure 24 on the array microphone module 2 correspond to the positions of the second electrical interface 31 and the second mounting interface 32 on the connecting base module 3, respectively, so that the array microphone module 2 can be stably and firmly installed on the connecting base module 3, and the array microphone module 2 will not fall off the connecting base module 3 during use.

[0037] In this embodiment, the connecting base module 3 is provided with at least one external data or power interface (e.g., USB interface) for connecting to a computer or other host device. The connecting base module 3 can be designed as a display clamp for easy clamping to the edge of the display.

[0038] In this embodiment, the camera module 1 is engaged with the array microphone module 2 through the cooperation of the first mounting structure 12 and the first mounting interface 22. The first mounting structure 12 on the camera module 1 and the first mounting interface 22 on the array microphone module 2 can be mechanically fixed by means of snap-fit, slide rail, magnetic or threaded connection.

[0039] In this embodiment, the first electrical connector 11 and the first electrical interface 21 can be integrated into the first mounting structure 12 and the first mounting interface 22, respectively. The first electrical connector 11 and the first electrical interface 21 are independent contact interfaces (such as PogoPin) or standard interfaces (such as USB Type-C) used for data transmission or power supply between the camera module 1 and the array microphone module 2. The electrical connector and the electrical interface can be combined with the mounting structure and the mounting interface, so that the mounting structure and the mounting interface can serve as both connections and data transmission or power supply functions.

[0040] In this embodiment, the array microphone module 2 is designed to engage with the connecting base module 3 via the second mounting structure 24 and the second mounting interface 32. The second mounting structure 24 on the array microphone module 2 and the second mounting interface 32 on the connecting base module 3 can adopt a structure that is compatible with the slot or fixing point of a specific device to achieve quick and stable installation.

[0041] In this embodiment, the first electrical connector 11 on the camera module 1 is a USB Type-C connector, which allows the camera module 1 to be used independently or connected to other devices even without the array microphone module 2. The second electrical connector 23 on the array microphone module 2 can also be a USB Type-C connector, which allows the array microphone module 2 to be used independently or connected to other devices.

[0042] In this embodiment, the data or power interface (e.g., USB interface) on the connection base module 3 is responsible for providing power and data communication to the camera module 1 and the array microphone module 2.

[0043] Operating Principle: This component includes a cylindrical camera module 1, a long, narrow array microphone module 2, and a connecting base module 3 (which includes a USB connector on its upper part). The array microphone module 2 integrates multiple microphone units (not shown) to form a microphone array for capturing a wider range and clearer sound. Its top features a mounting structure (as shown in the connecting arm below the camera module 1) and an electrical interface (which can be integrated into the connecting arm or be a separate interface) for detachably mounting the camera module 1. The camera module 1 is fixed to the array microphone module 2 via this structure and interface, enabling data transmission (such as video signals) and power supply. The bottom or back of the array microphone module 2 has a mounting structure and electrical interface adapted to the connecting base module 3. The connecting base module 3 can be easily fixed to a monitor or other support surface using a clamping or adhesive structure. The USB connector (or other type of interface) on the connecting base module 3 is used to connect to a computer host, powering the entire assembly and transmitting audio and video data. The array microphone module 2 can be designed to directly insert into a dedicated slot of a specific device (such as S1B, not shown). At the same time, it provides a standard USB-C interface (as the first electrical interface / first electrical connector) for the camera module 1 (such as C1), so that the camera module 1 can be connected to the system through the array microphone module 2, or it can be removed and used independently when needed.

[0044] When used in combination, the user mounts camera module 1 onto array microphone module 2, and then mounts array microphone module 2 onto docking station module 3 (or directly plugs it into an S1B type device). Connecting to a computer via the USB interface of docking station module 3 (or S1B) allows simultaneous use of the high-performance array microphone and camera for a superior audio-visual experience. This design ensures excellent sound pickup while providing flexibility and system cleanliness. Camera module 1 and array microphone module 2 can be used independently, camera module 1 and docking station module 3 can be used together, and array microphone module 2 and docking station module 3 can also be used together, enabling either camera module 1 or array microphone module 2 to be used with devices such as computers via docking station module 3.

[0045] For those skilled in the art, this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or scope of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments of this invention are exemplary and not restrictive. The scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description, and thus all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A combinable array microphone and camera assembly, characterized in that, include: Array microphone module (2): The array microphone module (2) has a long strip structure and integrates a microphone array inside to achieve long-distance, high-definition sound pickup. The array microphone module (2) is provided with a first electrical interface (21) and a first mounting interface (22). The bottom or back of the array microphone module (2) is provided with a second electrical connector (23) and a second mounting structure (24). Camera module (1): The camera module (1) has an image acquisition function, and the bottom of the camera module (1) is provided with a first electrical connector (11) and a first mounting structure (12); Connection base module (3): The connection base module (3) is used to support and fix the array microphone module (2). The top of the connection base module (3) is provided with a second electrical interface (31) and a second mounting interface (32).

2. The combinable array microphone and camera assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positions of the first electrical connector (11) and the first mounting structure (12) on the camera module (1) correspond to the positions of the first electrical interface (21) and the first mounting interface (22) on the array microphone module (2), respectively.

3. The combinable array microphone and camera assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positions of the second electrical connector (23) and the second mounting structure (24) on the array microphone module (2) correspond to the positions of the second electrical interface (31) and the second mounting interface (32) on the connecting base module (3), respectively.

4. The combinable array microphone and camera assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connection base module (3) is provided with at least one external data or power interface (e.g., USB interface) for connecting to a computer or other host device.

5. A combinable array microphone and camera assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The camera module (1) is connected to the array microphone module (2) through the first mounting structure (12) and the first mounting interface (22).

6. The combinable array microphone and camera assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first electrical connector (11) and the first electrical interface (21) can be integrated into the first mounting structure (12) and the first mounting interface (22) respectively. The first electrical connector (11) and the first electrical interface (21) are independent contact interfaces (such as Pogo Pin) or standard interfaces (such as USB Type-C) for data transmission or power supply between the camera module (1) and the array microphone module (2).

7. A combinable array microphone and camera assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The array microphone module (2) is designed to engage with the connecting base module (3) via the second mounting structure (24) and the second mounting interface (32).

8. A combinable array microphone and camera assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first electrical connector (11) on the camera module (1) is a USB Type-C connector, which allows the camera module (1) to be used independently or connected to other devices even without the array microphone module (2).

9. A combinable array microphone and camera assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: The data or power interface (e.g., USB interface) on the connection base module (3) is responsible for providing power and data communication to the camera module (1) and the array microphone module (2).

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