A portable teleprompter

Abstract

This application provides a portable teleprompter including a display, a beam splitter mounting frame, a clock, and a camera mounting assembly. The beam splitter and the camera mounting assembly are hinged to one end of the display, and the clock is hinged to the other end of the display. In use, the beam splitter, clock, and camera mounting assembly can be unfolded. The speech content is displayed on the display, and the content is reflected by the beam splitter for the user to see. The clock visually displays the progress of the speech or report, allowing the user to better manage time. The camera is mounted using the camera mounting assembly. After use, the beam splitter mounting frame, camera mounting assembly, and clock can be folded, resulting in a compact size for easy storage and portability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of teleprompter technology, and more specifically, relates to a portable teleprompter. Background Technology

[0002] A teleprompter is an electronic device that displays text, primarily used to help speakers, presenters, and others clearly see their prepared remarks when facing a camera or audience, thus avoiding forgetting their lines and improving the fluency and accuracy of their delivery. The teleprompter works by displaying the prepared remarks on a high-definition monitor and then reflecting the content onto a specially coated glass plate at a 45° angle in front of the camera lens. This allows the speaker to see the text while simultaneously facing the camera, creating a realistic feeling of always being on screen.

[0003] However, existing teleprompters suffer from being bulky and lacking portability. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the technical problems existing in the prior art, the technical solution adopted in this application is: to provide a portable teleprompter, including a display, a beam splitter mounting frame, a clock, and a camera mounting assembly, wherein the beam splitter and the camera mounting assembly are hinged to one end of the display, and the clock is hinged to the other end of the display.

[0005] Optionally, a beam splitter is provided in the beam splitter mounting frame, and a light shield is provided on the outside of the beam splitter mounting frame.

[0006] Optionally, the camera mounting assembly includes a folding plate, a slide rail, and a camera support plate. The folding plate is fixedly connected to the slide rail to form an L-shaped structure. The end of the folding plate away from the slide rail is hinged to the display. The camera support plate is slidably connected to the slide rail.

[0007] Optionally, the display is provided with a hinge base, the folding plate is provided with a hinge shaft, the hinge shaft is rotatably connected to the hinge base, a torsion spring is sleeved on the hinge shaft, one end of the torsion spring is connected to the hinge shaft, and the other end is connected to the hinge base, the hinge base is provided with a folding button, the folding button is provided with a limiting member, the hinge shaft is provided with a limiting protrusion, and the limiting member and the limiting protrusion cooperate with each other.

[0008] Optionally, the back of the display is provided with a tray mounting component for connecting the camera tray.

[0009] Optionally, the back of the display is provided with a groove for accommodating the camera mounting assembly and the clock. In the folded state, the camera mounting assembly and the clock can be installed in the corresponding groove.

[0010] Optionally, the sum of the lengths of the display and the clock is equal to the length of the beam splitter mounting frame, and the widths of the display, the beam splitter mounting frame, and the clock are the same.

[0011] Optionally, the display is equipped with a countdown button, an HDMI interface, a clock interface, a TALLY interface, a USB interface, a TF card slot, a headphone jack, and a network interface.

[0012] Optionally, the back of the display is provided with multiple screw holes for connecting a tripod.

[0013] Optionally, an external power interface board is provided on the back of the display.

[0014] The portable teleprompter provided in this application offers the following advantages: Compared to existing technologies, this application hinges the beam splitter mounting frame and camera mounting assembly to one end of the display, and the clock to the other end of the display. During use, the beam splitter, clock, and camera mounting assembly can be unfolded, displaying the speech content on the monitor. The content is reflected by the beam splitter and made visible to the user. The clock visually displays the progress of the speech or report, allowing the user to better manage time. The camera is mounted using the camera mounting assembly. After use, the beam splitter mounting frame, camera mounting assembly, and clock can be folded, resulting in a compact size that is easy to store and carry. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the portable teleprompter in its unfolded state provided in the embodiments of this application. Figure 1 ;

[0017] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the portable teleprompter in its unfolded state provided in the embodiments of this application. Figure 2 ;

[0018] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the folded state of the portable teleprompter provided in this application embodiment. Figure 1

[0019] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the folded state of the portable teleprompter provided in this application embodiment. Figure 2

[0020] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:

[0021] 1. Monitor; 2. Beam splitter mounting frame; 3. Clock; 4. Folding plate; 5. Slide rail; 6. Camera tray; 7. Tray mounting hardware; 8. Folding button. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects to be solved by this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and are not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0023] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly on that other component. When a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to that other component.

[0024] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0025] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0026] Please refer to the following: Figures 1-4 The portable teleprompter provided in the embodiments of this application will now be described.

[0027] A portable teleprompter, see Figure 1 It includes a display 1, a beam splitter mounting frame 2, a clock 3, and a camera mounting assembly. The beam splitter and the camera mounting assembly are hinged to one end of the display 1, and the clock 3 is hinged to the other end of the display 1.

[0028] Beam splitter mounting frame 2 can be used to mount a beam splitter (not shown in the figure) and a light shield (not shown in the figure), while the camera mounting assembly can be used to mount a camera. In use, the beam splitter, clock 3, and camera mounting assembly can be unfolded. The presentation content is displayed on monitor 1, and the content is reflected by the beam splitter for the user to see. The clock 3 visually displays the progress of the speech or report, allowing the user to better manage time. The camera is mounted using the camera mounting assembly. After use, the beam splitter mounting frame 2, camera mounting assembly, and clock 3 can be folded, resulting in a compact size for easy storage and portability.

[0029] In some embodiments of this application, a beam splitter (not shown in the figure) is provided in the beam splitter mounting frame 2, and a light shield (not shown in the figure) is provided on the outside of the beam splitter mounting frame 2.

[0030] The angle of the beam splitter is adjustable, allowing the content displayed on monitor 1 to be reflected into the user's eyes. The light shield eliminates ambient light interference, prevents screen glare, and ensures that the text on monitor 1 is clearly visible.

[0031] In some embodiments of this application, the beam splitter is 2mm thick and has a light transmittance of over 97%, ensuring a clear and distortion-free image so that the audience can clearly see the speaker's presentation content and improve the presentation effect.

[0032] In some embodiments of this application, see Figure 1-4 The camera mounting assembly includes a folding plate 4, a slide rail 5, and a camera support plate 6. The folding plate 4 is fixedly connected to the slide rail 5 to form an L-shaped structure. The end of the folding plate 4 away from the slide rail 5 is hinged to the display 1. The camera support plate 6 is slidably connected to the slide rail 5.

[0033] The slide rail 5 can rotate around the display 1 via the folding plate 4, and the folding plate 4 is fixedly connected to the slide rail 5 to form an L-shaped structure, which allows the folded slide rail 5 to fit snugly against the back of the display 1, minimizing the volume after folding. The camera support plate 6 can slide freely on the slide rail 5 for easy fine-tuning of the shooting angle, meeting diverse shooting needs.

[0034] Specifically, the camera support plate 6 adopts a dovetail structure design with a load-bearing range of 3-5KG, which can be adapted to mainstream cameras and teleprompter equipment. It can support the load steadily without pressure, ensuring stable installation and preventing equipment shaking.

[0035] In some embodiments of this application, see Figure 4 The back of the display 1 is provided with a groove for accommodating the camera mounting assembly and the clock 3. When folded, the camera mounting assembly and the clock 3 can be installed in the corresponding groove.

[0036] By providing a recess to accommodate the camera mounting components and clock 3, the size of the folded unit can be further reduced. In one embodiment of this application, the overall dimensions of the folded unit are only 440mm in length, 400mm in width, and 60mm in thickness, making it compact and easy to store and carry.

[0037] In some embodiments of this application, see Figure 3 The display 1 is provided with a hinge seat, the folding plate 4 is provided with a hinge shaft, the hinge shaft is rotatably connected to the hinge seat, and a torsion spring (not shown in the figure) is sleeved on the hinge shaft. One end of the torsion spring is connected to the hinge shaft, and the other end is connected to the hinge seat. The hinge seat is provided with a folding button 8, the folding button 8 is provided with a limit member (not shown in the figure), and the hinge shaft is provided with a limit protrusion (not shown in the figure). The limit member and the limit protrusion cooperate with each other.

[0038] When the folding plate needs to be folded, press the folding button 8 to disengage the limiting member from the limiting protrusion on the hinge shaft, releasing the limiting of the hinge shaft. The hinge shaft then resets under the torque of the torsion spring, causing the folding plate 4 and slide rail 5 to rotate and automatically fold into the groove on the back of the display 1. When the folding plate 4 and slide rail 5 need to be unfolded, simply unfold them manually. During this process, the torsion spring deforms and accumulates torque. Once unfolded, the limiting member contacts the limiting protrusion on the hinge shaft, limiting the hinge shaft and preventing the folding plate 4 and slide rail 5 from folding automatically.

[0039] In other embodiments of this application, other limiting and automatic folding structures can also be adopted, which can realize the automatic folding of the folding plate 4 after pressing the folding button 8, and can limit the folding plate after it is unfolded.

[0040] In some embodiments of this application, see Figure 2 and Figure 4 The back of the display 1 is provided with a tray mounting component 7, which is used to connect the camera tray 6. Specifically, the tray mounting component 7 is provided with a slot, and the camera tray 6 matches the slot and can be snapped into the slot.

[0041] In some embodiments of this application, see Figure 3 and Figure 4 The combined length of the display 1 and the clock 3 is equal to the length of the beam splitter mounting frame 2, and the widths of the display 1, the beam splitter mounting frame 2, and the clock 3 are the same. In the folded state, the beam splitter mounting frame 2 can be aligned with the sides of the display 1 and the clock 3, further reducing the folded size.

[0042] In some embodiments of this application, see Figure 1 and Figure 2The monitor 1 is equipped with a countdown button, HDMI interface, clock interface, TALLY interface, USB interface, TF card slot, headphone interface and network interface.

[0043] Pressing the countdown button starts the countdown from 30 seconds. This allows users to focus more on content delivery during presentations or reports without worrying about time management. A clock interface enables precise time synchronization, crucial for speeches, reports, and meetings. To ensure accuracy, a clock interface is included for connection to a television station's master clock. The TALLY interface supports connection to a switcher, allowing users to monitor the device's operating status in real time. Whether in multi-camera switching or live streaming scenarios, it provides accurate device operating information. This application features four USB ports, supporting the connection of various USB devices. Storage devices, input devices, and control devices can all be easily connected via USB, expanding the device's functionality and uses. A TF card slot allows easy reading of documents stored on a TF card. This provides quick access to document content during speeches, reports, and meetings, improving presentation efficiency. A network interface provides a high-speed, stable network connection, ensuring smooth operation of the teleprompter during speeches and reports. By setting up the HDMI interface, it supports the input of various signal sources, whether it is a computer, camera or other HDMI output device, whether it is for multi-screen display, signal switching or video splicing, it can meet the needs.

[0044] In some embodiments of this application, the portable teleprompter provided in this application can switch between two signals, one of which is an external signal and the other is a display + Android host. The display can be switched to an Android interface, and after inserting a USB flash drive into the USB interface, the teleprompter text in the USB flash drive can be read.

[0045] In some embodiments of this application, the back of the display 1 is provided with multiple screw holes for attaching a tripod. Whether indoors or outdoors, the teleprompter can be easily fixed to a tripod, ensuring stability during recording or presentations. In other embodiments of this application, desktop stand mounting is also supported, allowing the teleprompter to be placed on a desktop stand for stable support, maintaining a stable view and position during speeches and presentations.

[0046] In some embodiments of this application, an external power interface board is provided on the back of the display 1.

[0047] It adopts an external power interface board, which is compatible with various types of lithium batteries. It can be replaced or charged at any time according to actual needs, ensuring that the device is always in the best working condition.

[0048] In some embodiments of this application, a 12V power adapter is used to provide a stable power supply and ensure that the device can operate normally in various environments.

[0049] In some embodiments of this application, damping kits are provided at the hinges between the folding plate and the display, and at the hinges between the beam splitter mounting frame and the display, to provide damping so that the beam splitter mounting frame and the folding plate can remain at any angle.

[0050] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A portable teleprompter, characterized in that: The device includes a display, a beam splitter mounting frame, a clock, and a camera mounting assembly. The beam splitter and the camera mounting assembly are hinged to one end of the display, and the clock is hinged to the other end of the display.

2. The portable teleprompter according to claim 1, characterized in that: A beam splitter is provided in the beam splitter mounting frame, and a light shield is provided on the outside of the beam splitter mounting frame.

3. The portable teleprompter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The camera mounting assembly includes a folding plate, a slide rail, and a camera support plate. The folding plate is fixedly connected to the slide rail to form an L-shaped structure. The end of the folding plate away from the slide rail is hinged to the display. The camera support plate is slidably connected to the slide rail.

4. The portable teleprompter according to claim 3, characterized in that: The display is provided with a hinge base, and the folding plate is provided with a hinge shaft. The hinge shaft is rotatably connected to the hinge base. A torsion spring is sleeved on the hinge shaft. One end of the torsion spring is connected to the hinge shaft, and the other end is connected to the hinge base. A folding button is provided on the hinge base. A limit member is provided on the folding button. A limit protrusion is provided on the hinge shaft. The limit member and the limit protrusion cooperate with each other.

5. The portable teleprompter according to claim 3, characterized in that: The back of the display is provided with a tray mounting component, which is used to connect the camera tray.

6. The portable teleprompter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The back of the display has a groove for accommodating the camera mounting assembly and the clock. In the folded state, the camera mounting assembly and the clock can be installed in the corresponding groove.

7. The portable teleprompter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sum of the lengths of the display and the clock is equal to the length of the beam splitter mounting frame, and the widths of the display, the beam splitter mounting frame, and the clock are the same.

8. The portable teleprompter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The display is equipped with a countdown button, an HDMI port, a clock port, a TALLY port, a USB port, a TF card slot, a headphone jack, and a network port.

9. The portable teleprompter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The back of the monitor has multiple screw holes for attaching a tripod.

10. The portable teleprompter according to claim 1, characterized in that: An external power interface board is provided on the back of the display.

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