An automatic fill light camera

By designing a quick-release mechanism and a heat dissipation mechanism, the problems of cumbersome disassembly and assembly and the inability to remove the fan in existing automatic fill light cameras are solved, enabling quick disassembly and assembly of the fill light and efficient heat dissipation, thus improving the ease of operation and stability of the equipment.

CN224571326UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-28DATAVIDEO TECH CHINA CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
DATAVIDEO TECH CHINA CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-09-09
Publication Date
2026-07-28

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Technical Problem

The existing automatic fill light camera's fill light module is cumbersome to disassemble and assemble, and the fan cannot be removed in low temperature environments or when operating under low load, increasing the equipment's energy consumption and noise.

Method used

The design incorporates a quick-release mechanism and a heat dissipation mechanism. The quick-release mechanism uses a sliding tube, a fixed tube, a spring, and a fixing bead to enable quick assembly and disassembly of the fill light, while the heat dissipation mechanism uses a support rod and a fan assembly to achieve efficient heat dissipation.

Benefits of technology

It enables quick assembly and disassembly of the supplementary lighting and efficient heat dissipation, improving the ease of operation and stability of the equipment, and reducing equipment energy consumption and noise.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of camera device technology and discloses an automatic fill light camera, including a handheld handle. An optical sensor is fixedly connected to the top of the handheld handle, and a quick-release mechanism is fixedly connected to the top of the optical sensor. A heat dissipation mechanism is slidably connected to the left side of the handheld handle. The quick-release mechanism includes a sliding tube, the bottom of which is located on top of the optical sensor. A fixed tube is slidably connected inside the sliding tube, and a spring is sleeved on the outside of the fixed tube. A limit ring is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixed tube, and a connecting tube is slidably connected inside the fixed tube. A fixing bead is slidably connected to the outside of the connecting tube. In this utility model, the accessory disassembly and assembly control structure drives the connecting and fixing structure to work, realizing the quick disassembly and assembly function of the fill light. Compared with the prior art, it achieves convenient operation and stable fixation.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of camera device technology, and in particular to an automatic fill light camera. Background Technology

[0002] In scenarios such as security monitoring, night shooting, and indoor low-light recording, automatic fill light cameras can automatically activate the fill light function to improve image clarity by sensing the intensity of ambient light, effectively solving the problem of blurry image quality in low-light environments. They are widely used in community security, road monitoring, live recording and other fields, ensuring all-weather coverage of monitoring scenarios and meeting the flexible lighting requirements of various shooting scenarios.

[0003] In existing technologies, some automatic supplemental lighting cameras typically employ a camera module responsible for image acquisition, a light sensor that detects ambient light intensity in real time and transmits the signal to a control motherboard, and a supplemental lighting module, which is mostly an LED light group connected to the control motherboard via wires and receives instructions from the motherboard to turn it on or off. The control motherboard has a built-in chip that determines whether to activate supplemental lighting based on the light sensor signal and coordinates the operation of each module. The housing serves to protect the internal components and fix the equipment. During operation, when the light sensor detects that the light intensity is lower than a preset threshold, the control motherboard immediately triggers the supplemental lighting module to illuminate the LED light group, providing sufficient light for the camera module and ensuring clear image acquisition.

[0004] In some automatic fill light cameras, the fill light module is fixed to the housing or camera module with bolts. Disassembly and assembly require special tools to remove the bolts, which is cumbersome and time-consuming. When the fill light module is damaged and needs to be replaced or the fill light angle needs to be adjusted, it will extend the equipment maintenance time. At the same time, some cameras with cooling fans have the fan integrated with the main body of the equipment. Even in low temperature environments or when the equipment is operating at low load and does not require heat dissipation, the fan cannot be removed. This not only increases the equipment's energy consumption but also generates additional noise, affecting the user experience. Therefore, an automatic fill light camera is proposed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides an automatic fill light camera, which aims to improve the problem that some automatic fill light cameras in the prior art are difficult to disassemble and assemble quickly.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: An automatic fill light camera includes a hand handle, an optical sensor is fixedly connected to the top of the hand handle, a quick-release mechanism is fixedly connected to the top of the optical sensor, and a heat dissipation mechanism is slidably connected to the left side of the hand handle. The quick-release mechanism includes a sliding tube, the bottom of which is located at the top of the optical sensor. A fixed tube is slidably connected inside the sliding tube. A spring is sleeved on the outside of the fixed tube. A limit ring is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixed tube. A connecting tube is slidably connected inside the fixed tube. A fixing bead is slidably connected to the outside of the connecting tube. A connecting assembly is fixedly connected inside the connecting tube. Fixed assemblies are fixedly connected to both the left and right sides of the optical sensor. As a further description of the above technical solution: The fixing component includes a rotating shaft, a connecting plate rotatably connected to the top of the rotating shaft, a knob on the outside of the connecting plate, and a rotating tube fixedly connected inside the knob. As a further description of the above technical solution: The heat dissipation mechanism includes a housing, the rear of which is located on the left side of the handle. Two support rods are slidably connected to the left and right sides of the interior of the housing. Springs are provided on the left and right sides of the interior of the housing. Support plates are fixedly connected to the outside of the support rods. A fixed column is fixedly connected to the front side of the right support plate. A rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the front side of the left support plate. A fixed pull rod is rotatably connected to the right side of the rotating shaft. A fan assembly is fixedly connected inside the housing. As a further description of the above technical solution: The fan assembly includes multiple fan blades, a front baffle is fixedly connected to a rear side of the housing, and a rear baffle is fixedly connected to a front side of the housing; As a further description of the above technical solution: A lens is threadedly connected to the front side of the handgrip, and a screen is rotatably connected to the left side of the handgrip. As a further description of the above technical solution: An operation key is fixedly connected to the top of the hand handle, and a second outer shell is provided on the top of the optical sensor; As a further description of the above technical solution: Two diamond-shaped buckles are detachably connected to the right side of the hand handle, and a hand strap is fixedly connected to the outside of the diamond-shaped buckles; As a further description of the above technical solution: Multiple supplementary lights are fixedly connected inside the second outer casing, and a transparent shell is fixedly connected to the rear side of the second outer casing.

[0007] This utility model has the following beneficial effects: 1. In this utility model, the accessory disassembly and assembly control structure drives the connection and fixing structure to work, realizing the function of quick disassembly and assembly of the supplementary light. Compared with the prior art, it has the effect of convenient operation and stable fixation.

[0008] 2. In this utility model, the heat dissipation mechanism is fixed and the driving structure drives the heat dissipation component to work, thereby realizing the efficient heat dissipation function of the device. Compared with the prior art, it has the advantages of convenient installation and good heat dissipation effect. Attached Figure Description

[0009] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of an automatic supplementary lighting camera proposed in this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the handheld strap of an automatic fill light camera proposed in this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an optical sensor for an automatic fill light camera proposed in this utility model; Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the outer casing of an automatic fill light camera proposed in this utility model.

[0010] Legend: 1. Handle; 2. Optical sensor; 3. Quick-release mechanism; 31. Sliding tube; 32. Fixing tube; 33. Spring 1; 34. Limiting ring; 35. Connecting tube; 36. Fixing bead; 37. Connecting assembly; 38. Fixing assembly; 381. Rotating shaft 1; 382. Connecting plate; 383. Knob; 384. Rotating tube; 4. Heat dissipation mechanism; 41. Outer shell 1; 42. Support rod; 43. Spring 2; 44. Support plate; 45. Fixing column; 46. Rotating shaft 2; 47. Fixing pull rod; 48. Fan assembly; 481. Fan blade; 482. Front baffle; 483. Rear baffle; 5. Lens; 6. Screen; 7. Operation button; 8. Diamond buckle; 9. Hand strap; 10. Outer shell 2; 11. Fill light; 12. Transparent shell. Detailed Implementation

[0011] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0012] An automatic fill light camera, referring to Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4The device includes a handle 1, which serves as the base for holding and supporting the entire device. It internally houses circuit components or connecting wires and provides mounting support for components such as the optical sensor 2 and the heat dissipation mechanism 4, ensuring stable and controllable operation. The optical sensor 2 is fixedly connected to the top of the handle 1. Its function is to collect information such as images, light, or distance from the external environment through optical principles, converting the optical signals into electrical signals and transmitting them to the relevant processing unit to achieve detection and recognition functions. A quick-release mechanism 3 is fixedly connected to the top of the optical sensor 2, improving the efficiency of device maintenance and adaptation. The heat dissipation mechanism 4 is slidably connected to the left side of the handle 1. The heat generated by the handheld handle 1 during operation is dissipated by a fan to prevent the device from being affected by overheating, thus ensuring stable operation of the device for a long time. The quick-release mechanism 3 includes a sliding tube 31, the bottom of which is set on the top of the optical sensor 2. Its function is to transmit the force of the quick-release mechanism 3 to the optical sensor 2, and at the same time provide an installation reference for components such as the fixed tube 32 and spring 33, ensuring the stable realization of the quick-release function. The fixed tube 32 is slidably connected inside the sliding tube 31. Its function is to fix or loosen the connecting tube 35 by sliding itself and cooperating with the fixed bead 36 and other structures. It is the core transmission component of the quick-release mechanism 3. Specifically, the handle 1 provides support and grip for each component, the optical sensor 2 collects information, the quick-release mechanism 3 facilitates maintenance and adaptation, the heat dissipation mechanism 4 prevents the equipment from overheating, and the fixing tube 32 slides inside the sliding tube 31, which, together with the fixing bead 36, enables the fixing or loosening of the connecting tube 35, thus ensuring the stable operation and efficient maintenance of the device.

[0013] A spring 33 is sleeved on the outside of the fixing tube 32. Its function is to provide elastic restoring force to the sliding tube 31. When an external force pushes the sliding tube 31 to slide, the spring 33 can push the sliding tube 31 back to its initial position, ensuring that the fixing bead 36 can be stably engaged and maintaining the fixed state of the accessory. A limit ring 34 is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixing tube 32. Its function is to limit the sliding range of the sliding tube 31, preventing the sliding tube 31 from falling out of the fixing tube 32, and at the same time providing a support point for the spring 33, ensuring that the spring 33 can effectively exert its elastic function. A connecting tube 35 is slidably connected inside the fixing tube 32, serving as a connection medium between the accessory and the quick-release mechanism 3. This allows the connection between the fixing tube 32 and the fixing bead 36. To facilitate the rapid installation and positioning of accessories and transmit optical signals or structural support, a fixing bead 36 is slidably connected to the outside of the connecting tube 35. Its function is to lock the connecting tube 35 and the fixing tube 32 by embedding it into the groove of the connecting tube 35 to prevent the accessories from loosening. When the sliding tube 31 slides, the fixing bead 36 can retract to release the lock and achieve quick disassembly. A connecting component 37 is fixedly connected inside the connecting tube 35. Fixing components 38 are fixedly connected to both sides of the optical sensor 2. Their function is to further fix the fill light 11 on the quick-release mechanism 3 from the side, enhance the connection stability between the fill light 11 and the optical sensor 2, and prevent the fill light 11 from loosening due to vibration or other reasons during use. Specifically, spring 33 provides a reset force for sliding tube 31, limit ring 34 prevents sliding tube 31 from falling off and supports spring, fixing bead 36 locks connecting tube 35, fixing component 38 reinforces supplementary light 11, when sliding tube 31 slides, it squeezes fixing bead 36 to retract and unlock connecting tube 35, after the external force disappears, spring 33 pushes sliding tube 31 to reset, fixing bead 36 re-engages, realizing quick installation and disassembly of accessories and stable fixation.

[0014] The fixing component 38 includes a rotating shaft 381, which serves as the rotating shaft of the connecting plate 382, ​​allowing the connecting plate 382 to rotate around the rotating shaft 381. The top of the rotating shaft 381 is rotatably connected to the connecting plate 382, ​​which, through its cooperation with the knob 383, restricts the movement of the supplementary light 11 from the side, forming a multi-directional fixation with the quick-release mechanism 3, thereby improving the stability of the supplementary light 11 installation. The connecting plate 382 is provided with a knob 383 on its outside, which allows the hole in the middle of the connecting plate 382 to pass through the knob 383, and then rotating the knob 383 fixes the connecting plate 382. The knob 384 is fixedly connected inside the knob 383, which allows the knob to rotate, and the rotating tube 384 is connected to the outer shell 10. Specifically, in the fixing component 38, the first rotating shaft 381 allows the connecting plate 382 to flip. The connecting plate 382, ​​in conjunction with the knob 383, restricts the movement of the supplementary light 11 from the side. The rotating tube 384 allows the knob 383 to rotate and connects to the outer casing 10, enhancing the stability of the supplementary light 11 installation. The connecting plate 382 flips around the first rotating shaft 381, and the knob 383 rotates via the rotating tube 384, fixing the connecting plate 382 and fixing the supplementary light 11 in multiple directions.

[0015] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 5The heat dissipation mechanism 4 includes a housing 41, which protects the internal support rods 42, fan assembly 48, and other structures, guides airflow for concentrated heat dissipation, and provides mounting support for each component to ensure the overall stability of the heat dissipation mechanism. The rear of the housing 41 is located on the left side of the handle 1, allowing the heat dissipation mechanism 4 to move flexibly according to the heat-generating area of ​​the handle, accurately aligning with the heat source and improving the targeted heat dissipation. It also allows the operator to adjust the position according to their grip habits. Two support rods 42 are slidably connected to the left and right sides of the interior of the housing 41, supporting the support plate 44 and guiding its movement. To enhance the adaptability of the mechanism, springs 43 are installed on the left and right sides inside the outer casing 41. These springs provide elastic thrust to the support rod 42, pushing the support plate 44 inward to ensure a tight fit and efficient heat transfer. They also automatically adjust the tightness when component dimensions change. The support rod 42 is externally fixed to the support plate 44, which provides a mounting base for components such as the fixed column 45 and the rotating shaft 46, forming a support structure. A fixed column 45 is fixedly connected to the front of the right support plate 44. When not in use, this column can be used with the fixed tie rod 47 to fix the tie rod 47 to the fixed column 45. To reduce the size and space required, a rotating shaft 46 is fixedly connected to the front of the left support plate 44. This allows the fixed tie rod 47 to rotate around the rotating shaft 46, facilitating engagement or disengagement between the fixed tie rod 47 and the fixed column 45. The right side of the rotating shaft 46 is rotatably connected to the fixed tie rod 47, which, through its cooperation with the fixed column 45, locks the left and right support plates 44 together. A fan assembly 48 is fixedly connected inside the outer casing 41. This assembly accelerates airflow through the rotation of the fan blades, achieving rapid heat dissipation and reducing the equipment temperature through airflow exchange. The fan assembly 48 includes fan blades 481, which propel air through the outer casing 41. 1. Internal convection is formed, drawing in external cold air and expelling internal hot air. The heat is carried away by the airflow, which is the core component of the fan assembly to achieve the heat dissipation function. A front baffle 482 is fixedly connected to the rear side of the outer casing 41. Its function is to protect the fan blades 481 and prevent them from being accidentally touched and damaged. At the same time, it guides the airflow into the ventilation holes to ensure orderly airflow and improve heat dissipation efficiency. A rear baffle 483 is fixedly connected to the front side of the outer casing 41. Its function is to cooperate with the front baffle 482 to form a complete airflow channel, guide the hot air out of the ventilation holes, prevent the fan blades 481 from being accidentally touched and damaged, and maintain the stable operation of the fan assembly. Specifically, the outer casing 41 protects the components and guides airflow; the second spring 43 pushes the support plate 44 to fit and enhance heat conduction; the fixed pull rod 47 rotates around the second rotating shaft 46 and is locked with the fixed column 45; the fan blade 481 rotates to promote air convection and heat dissipation; the front and rear baffles protect the fan blades and guide airflow; the outer casing 41 can be moved to align with the heat source; the fan assembly 48 accelerates heat dissipation and ensures stable operation of the equipment.

[0016] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The handheld handle 1 has a lens 5 threadedly connected to its front side. A screen 6 is rotatably connected to the left side of the handheld handle 1, which displays the acquired images in real time for the operator to observe, preview, and set parameters, enabling human-machine interaction. An operation button 7 is fixedly connected to the top of the handheld handle 1, allowing the operator to input commands and control various functions of the device by pressing them. Operation is convenient and intuitive. The top of the optical sensor 2 has a housing 10, which provides installation space for the supplementary light 11 and integrates the optical path structure. Two diamond-shaped buckles 8 are detachably connected to the right side of the handheld handle 1, which secure the hand strap 9 and provide connection points for it. The diamond structure also allows for... The hand strap 9 is securely connected to the external diamond buckle 8, which enhances safety during operation, prevents the device from slipping accidentally, and assists in gripping, reducing hand fatigue during long-term operation. Multiple supplementary lights 11 are fixedly connected inside the outer shell 10, which provide supplementary lighting for the shooting or detection area when the ambient light is insufficient. A transparent shell 12 is fixedly connected to the rear side of the outer shell 10, which protects the light-receiving area of ​​the supplementary lights 11 and the optical sensor 2 from dust and moisture, while not affecting the transmission of light, ensuring the supplementary lighting effect and normal acquisition of optical signals. Specifically, the lens 5, screen 6, and operation keys 7 facilitate image acquisition, viewing, and control; the diamond-shaped buckle 8 secures the hand strap 9 to prevent slippage; the fill light 11 provides supplemental lighting; the transparent shell 12 protects the components without blocking light; the screen 6 can be rotated to adapt to the observation angle; and the diamond-shaped buckle 8 can be pulled out and removed. Overall, these features improve operational convenience and safety, and ensure stable optical functions.

[0017] The implementation principle of this application embodiment is as follows: When it is necessary to remove the supplementary light 11, rotate the knob 383 so that it can go out through the hole in the connecting plate 382. Then rotate the connecting plate 382 to release the fixation. Then push the sliding tube 31 to slide down along the fixing tube 32 so that the fixing bead 36 is disengaged from the groove of the connecting tube 35. Thus, the fixation between the connecting tube 35 and the fixing tube 32 can be released. Then the spring 33 is compressed and stores the reset force. Then pull out the connecting tube 35 directly to complete the disassembly of the accessory. When it is necessary to reinstall, insert the connecting tube 35 and then release the sliding tube 31. The spring 33 releases the reset force and the sliding tube 31 automatically returns to the initial position. The fixing bead 36 is re-embedded in the groove of the connecting tube. Rotate the connecting plate 382 so that the knob 383 passes through the hole. Rotate the knob 383 to achieve quick fixation of the accessory.

[0018] Place the entire heat dissipation mechanism 4 into the left side of the handle 1, then pull the fixing rod 47 inward to release it from its restraint. Then, spring 2 43 pushes the support plate 44 to fix it in the groove on the left side of the handle 1. Then, start the fan assembly 48 to complete the heat dissipation.

[0019] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic fill light camera, comprising a handheld handle (1), characterized in that: An optical sensor (2) is fixedly connected to the top of the hand handle (1), and a quick-release mechanism (3) is fixedly connected to the top of the optical sensor (2). A heat dissipation mechanism (4) is slidably connected to the left side of the hand handle (1). The quick-release mechanism (3) includes a sliding tube (31), the bottom of which is located at the top of the optical sensor (2). A fixed tube (32) is slidably connected inside the sliding tube (31). A spring (33) is sleeved on the outside of the fixed tube (32). A limit ring (34) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixed tube (32). A connecting tube (35) is slidably connected inside the fixed tube (32). A fixing bead (36) is slidably connected to the outside of the connecting tube (35). A connecting component (37) is fixedly connected inside the connecting tube (35). Fixed components (38) are fixedly connected to both the left and right sides of the optical sensor (2).

2. The automatic fill light camera according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing component (38) includes a rotating shaft (381), a connecting plate (382) is rotatably connected to the top of the rotating shaft (381), a knob (383) is provided on the outside of the connecting plate (382), and a rotating tube (384) is fixedly connected inside the knob (383).

3. The automatic fill light camera according to claim 1, characterized in that: The heat dissipation mechanism (4) includes a housing (41), the rear side of which is located on the left side of the handle (1). Two support rods (42) are slidably connected to the left and right sides of the interior of the housing (41). Springs (43) are provided on the left and right sides of the interior of the housing (41). A support plate (44) is fixedly connected to the outside of the support rods (42). A fixed column (45) is fixedly connected to the front side of the right support plate (44). A rotating shaft (46) is fixedly connected to the front side of the left support plate (44). A fixed pull rod (47) is rotatably connected to the right side of the rotating shaft (46). A fan assembly (48) is fixedly connected to the inside of the housing (41).

4. An automatic fill light camera according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fan assembly (48) includes multiple fan blades (481), a front baffle (482) is fixedly connected to the rear side of the housing (41), and a rear baffle (483) is fixedly connected to the front side of the housing (41).

5. An automatic fill light camera according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front side of the hand handle (1) is threaded with a lens (5), and the left side of the hand handle (1) is rotatably connected with a screen (6).

6. An automatic fill light camera according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the hand handle (1) is fixedly connected to an operation key (7), and the top of the optical sensor (2) is provided with a second outer shell (10).

7. An automatic fill light camera according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two diamond-shaped buckles (8) are detachably connected to the right side of the hand handle (1), and a hand strap (9) is fixedly connected to the outside of the diamond-shaped buckles (8).

8. An automatic fill light camera according to claim 6, characterized in that: Multiple supplementary lights (11) are fixedly connected inside the outer shell (10), and a transparent shell (12) is fixedly connected to the rear side of the outer shell (10).