A multifunctional controller and shower device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of multifunctional controller and shower device. Multifunctional controller can include shell, multimedia module and control module;The control module is arranged in the shell, the control module is arranged to control the shower action in the state that the multifunctional controller is installed on shower;The multimedia module is arranged on the shell and is electrically connected with the control module, and the multimedia module is arranged to receive the control signal of the control module and play sound and display information. The utility model relates to the field of shower equipment, and provides a kind of multifunctional controller and shower device, use more flexible, and expand use function, effectively improve user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of shower equipment, and more specifically, to a multifunctional controller and shower device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, shower control devices can be integrated into the shower itself; for example, a toggle switch for changing water flow modes can be located on the shower casing. Shower control devices can also be handheld devices, wirelessly controlling the shower and adjusting water temperature, flow rate, and water flow modes. However, current control devices are often limited in function, typically only enabling simple shower actions, such as controlling the water flow. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model embodiment provides a multi-functional controller that can be detachably installed on a shower, including a housing, a multimedia module, and a control module; The control module is housed within the housing and is configured to control the operation of the shower unit when the multi-functional controller is installed on the shower unit. The multimedia module is mounted on the housing and electrically connected to the control module. The multimedia module is configured to receive control signals from the control module and play sound and display information.

[0004] In some exemplary embodiments, a mounting bracket is also included, the housing includes a front cover and a rear cover, the front cover is disposed on the rear cover and together with the rear cover forms a mounting cavity, and a sealing ring is provided between the front cover and the rear cover; The mounting bracket is disposed within the mounting cavity, and the control module is mounted on the mounting bracket.

[0005] In some exemplary embodiments, the multimedia module includes a speaker and a display screen, the display screen being mounted on the front cover, the speaker being disposed on the mounting bracket, and the speaker and the display screen being electrically connected to the control module respectively.

[0006] In some exemplary embodiments, the front cover has a mounting groove on the side opposite to the rear cover, the display screen is disposed in the mounting groove, and waterproof adhesive is filled between the circumferential edge of the display screen and the groove wall of the mounting groove.

[0007] In some exemplary embodiments, a waterproof and breathable membrane is also included, wherein the rear cover has a sound outlet hole communicating with the mounting cavity and the outside, and the waterproof and breathable membrane is configured to block the sound outlet hole.

[0008] In some exemplary embodiments, an electrical connection module is also included, which is electrically connected to the control module, and the electrical connection module is configured to make contact with the circuit structure of the shower. The electrical connection module includes a contact mechanism, which is mounted on the mounting bracket. The rear cover has a first through hole corresponding to the contact mechanism to expose the contact mechanism.

[0009] In some exemplary embodiments, a magnetic module for attracting the shower is also included, the magnetic module including at least two magnets, both of which are disposed on the back cover and spaced apart, and the contact mechanism is disposed between the two magnets.

[0010] In some exemplary embodiments, the system further includes a power module, a charging port, and a sealing plug, wherein the power module and the charging port are electrically connected, and the power module is also electrically connected to the multimedia module. The charging port is mounted on the mounting bracket, and the back cover has a notch corresponding to the charging port to expose the charging port; The sealing plug is disposed on the rear cover and is disposed corresponding to the notch.

[0011] In some exemplary embodiments, the control module includes a circuit board coated with at least one waterproof coating.

[0012] In some exemplary embodiments, at least one button and at least one sealing gasket are also included; The front cover has at least one mounting position, the button is disposed at the mounting position, and the sealing gasket is disposed at the mounting position and located between the button and the control module. The sealing gasket is configured to form a seal between the button and the front cover.

[0013] This utility model embodiment provides a shower device, including a shower head and the aforementioned multi-functional controller, wherein the multi-functional controller is mounted on the housing of the shower head.

[0014] The multi-functional controller of this utility model embodiment can not only control the operation of the shower, but also has a multimedia module. The multimedia module can play music, display images, information, etc. Moreover, the multi-functional controller can be used separately from the shower, which greatly expands the use of the multi-functional controller and effectively improves the user experience.

[0015] The multi-functional controller of this utility model embodiment has at least five layers of waterproof structure, so that the waterproof rating of the multi-functional controller can reach IPX7.

[0016] The multifunctional controller of this utility model embodiment may include a sealing ring, which may be disposed between the front cover and the rear cover 1012 to form a seal between the front cover and the rear cover, preventing water from flowing into the housing from the gap between the front cover and the rear cover, thus forming a first-level seal.

[0017] The multi-functional controller of this utility model embodiment may include a sealing plug, which may be located at the notch of the rear cover to cover the charging port and form a second-level seal.

[0018] The multi-functional controller of this utility model embodiment can be provided with multiple sealing gaskets between the buttons and the control module to prevent water from flowing into the housing from the gap between the buttons and the front cover, forming a third level of sealing.

[0019] In this embodiment of the multifunctional controller, the circumferential edges of the display screen and the glass cover are filled with waterproof adhesive in the gap between them and the wall of the mounting groove, preventing water from flowing into the outer casing from the gap between the display screen and the glass cover and the front cover, thus forming a fourth seal.

[0020] The multifunctional controller of this utility model has a circuit board coated with at least one layer of waterproof coating to ensure that the circuit board surface is waterproof and form a fifth level of seal.

[0021] The multi-functional controller of this utility model is installed on the shower by magnetic attraction, which is convenient to disassemble and the installation position makes it easy for the user to observe the display information of the multi-functional controller.

[0022] The multifunctional controller of this utility model embodiment is realized through an electrical connection module. The contact electrical connection between the control module and the circuit structure of the shower makes the control signal stable and reduces the influence of signal interference.

[0023] Other features and advantages of this invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and will be apparent in part from the description, or may be learned by practicing the invention. The objects and other advantages of this invention can be realized and obtained by means of the structures particularly pointed out in the description and the drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and constitute a part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of this application to explain the technical solution of this utility model and do not constitute a limitation on the technical solution of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a multi-functional controller according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A breakdown diagram of the multi-functional controller in the diagram; Figure 3 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the AA-direction section; Figure 4 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the fixing frame in the middle; Figure 5 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the back cover; Figure 6 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the front cover; Figure 7 for Figure 3 A magnified view of section B in the diagram; Figure 8 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the charging port in the diagram; Figure 9 for Figure 3 A magnified view of part D in the diagram; Figure 10 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the electrical connection module in the diagram; Figure 11 for Figure 3 The intention to magnify the area at point C in the image; Figure 12 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the sealing plug; Figure 13 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the gasket in the middle; Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of a shower device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention; Figure 15 for Figure 14 A breakdown diagram of the shower unit. Detailed Implementation

[0026] This application describes several embodiments, but these descriptions are exemplary and not restrictive, and it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that many more embodiments and implementations are possible within the scope of the embodiments described herein. Although many possible combinations of features are shown in the drawings and discussed in the detailed description, many other combinations of the disclosed features are also possible. Unless specifically limited, any feature or element of any embodiment may be used in combination with, or may replace, any feature or element of any other embodiment.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a multi-functional controller according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 for Figure 1 A breakdown diagram of the multi-functional controller in the diagram. Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the AA-direction section is shown below. Figures 1 to 3As shown, this embodiment provides a multi-functional controller 100, which can be detachably installed on a shower. The multi-functional controller 100 may include a housing 101, a multimedia module 103, and a control module 104. The multimedia module 103 can be installed on the housing 101 and is electrically connected to the control module 104. The multimedia module 103 can play sound and display information according to the control signals from the control module 104. The control module 104 is disposed inside the housing 101 and can control the shower's operation when the multi-functional controller 100 is installed on the shower. Therefore, the multi-functional controller of this embodiment can be detachably installed on the shower, making it more flexible in use. In addition to controlling the shower, it can also play music, display images, information, etc., greatly expanding its functionality and effectively improving the user experience.

[0028] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the outer casing 101 can be a split structure, including a front cover 1011 and a rear cover 1012. The rear cover 1012 can be a recessed structure with an opening facing the first direction. The front cover 1011 can be disposed at the opening of the rear cover 1012, such that the front cover 1011 and the rear cover 1012 are arranged sequentially in the first direction, and the space enclosed by the front cover 1011 and the rear cover 1012 constitutes the mounting cavity 1013. The first direction and the second direction are two directions on a horizontal plane, and the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction, while the third direction is perpendicular to both the first and second directions. The mounting cavity 1013 can serve as a space for accommodating electrical components. The multi-function controller 100 also includes a mounting bracket 105, on which multiple electrical components can be fixed. The mounting bracket 105 is disposed within the mounting cavity 1013.

[0029] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the multimedia module 103 may include a speaker 1032 and a display screen 1031. The display screen 1031 may be mounted on the front cover 1011, and the speaker 1032 may be mounted on the mounting bracket 105. The speaker 1032 and the display screen 1031 are electrically connected to the control module 104. The control signals of the control module 104 can drive the speaker 1032 to play music, white noise, prompts, and voice messages, etc., and the control signals of the control module 104 can drive the display screen 1031 to play animations, text, etc. The control signals of the control module 104 may be signals emitted by the control module 104, and are not limited to signals transmitted to the multimedia module 103 and controlling the operation of the multimedia module 103. For example, they may also be signals emitted to the circuit structure of the shower and controlling the operation of the shower.

[0030] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 1 to 3As shown, the multi-function controller 100 also includes an electrical connection module 102 located within the mounting cavity 1013. The electrical connection module 102 is electrically connected to the control module 104, and when the multi-function controller 100 is installed on the shower, the electrical connection module 102 can make contact with the shower's circuitry. The electrical connection module 102 includes a contact mechanism 1021, which can be mounted on the mounting bracket 105. The contact mechanism 1021 can make contact with a probe structure on the shower, thereby transmitting control signals from the control module 104 to the valve assembly (not shown) of the shower, thereby controlling the valve assembly (not shown) to operate. The multi-function controller 100 also includes a magnetic module 107 for attracting the shower, which can be installed on the side of the rear cover 1012 away from the front cover 1011 in a first direction. The multi-function controller 100 also includes a power module 108 and a charging port 109. The power module 108 can be a battery and can be electrically connected to a speaker 1032, a display screen 1031, and a control module 104, respectively, supplying power to these electrical components. The charging port 109 can be electrically connected to the power module 108, allowing an external power cord (not shown) to charge the power module 108. The multi-function controller 100 also includes a detection module 111, which can be mounted on the front cover 1011 and electrically connected to the control module 104. The detection module 111 can acquire at least one of temperature, humidity, user location, and voice commands; for example, the detection module 111 can be an infrared sensor to detect whether the user is near the shower; or, for example, the detection module 111 can be a temperature and humidity sensor to detect the temperature and humidity in the bathroom. The control module 104 may include a circuit board 1041, which may include a main circuit board and multiple chips located on the main circuit board.

[0031] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the control module 104 can receive data from the detection module 111 and control the operation of the shower and multimedia module 103. For example, if the detection module 111 detects that the user is away from the shower, the control module 104 can, based on the received data, control the shower to stop supplying water, or control the display screen 1031 and speaker 1032 to stop working. Alternatively, if the detection module 111 detects the temperature and humidity in the bathroom, the control module 104 can control the display screen 1031 to display the temperature and humidity data. The control module 104 can also control the display screen 1031 and speaker 1032 to work together; for example, it can control the speaker 1032 to play music and display music information (song title, artist, etc.) on the display screen 1031.

[0032] Figure 4 for Figure 2 The schematic diagram of the fixing frame in some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 2 to 4As shown, the mounting bracket 105 is also formed into a groove shape. The outer wall of the mounting bracket 105 has recessed positioning grooves 1016, with multiple positioning grooves 1016 evenly arranged around the circumference of the mounting bracket 105. A limiting ring 1018 surrounds the outer edge of the mounting bracket 105. The limiting ring 1018 has an insertion groove 1019 on the side facing the front cover 1011, arranged along the extending direction of the limiting ring 1018. The mounting bracket 105 also has multiple support posts 1017 for connecting the circuit board 1041 and the front cover 1011. The circuit board 1041 is mounted on several of the support posts 1017 and connected by fasteners, while other support posts 1017 can be connected to the front cover 1011. The mounting bracket 105 is provided with a speaker positioning hole 1035 for positioning the speaker 1032, and the speaker 1032 can be installed at the speaker positioning hole 1035. The mounting bracket 105 is provided with a limiting post 1091 for positioning the charging port 109, a first connecting post 1092 for fixing the charging port 109, and an opening 1093 for the charging port 109 to extend out.

[0033] Figure 5 for Figure 2 The schematic diagram of the back cover in the figure, in some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 2 to 5 As shown, the rear cover 1012 is provided with a sound outlet 1034 connecting the mounting cavity 1013 and the outside. Multiple sound outlets 1034 can be provided, and the sound emitted by the speaker 1032 can be released through the sound outlet 1034. The rear cover 1012 is provided with a sealing groove 1014, located at the end where the rear cover 1012 connects to the front cover 1011. The sealing groove 1014 forms a ring around the circumference of the rear cover 1012. The inner wall of the rear cover 1012 can be provided with multiple protruding positioning protrusions 1015, which are evenly arranged around the circumference of the rear cover 1012. The positioning protrusions 1015 can correspond one-to-one with the positioning grooves 1016 of the fixing bracket 105. When the back cover 1012 and the mounting bracket 105 are connected, the positioning protrusions 1015 of the back cover 1012 can be inserted into the positioning grooves 1016 of the mounting bracket 105 one-to-one, forming a relative limiting between the back cover 1012 and the mounting bracket 105. The back cover 1012 has a notch 1094 corresponding to the opening 1093 of the mounting bracket 105 to expose the charging port 109. In addition, the back cover 1012 also has a first through hole 1022 for exposing the electrical connection module 102.

[0034] Figure 6 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the front cover. Figure 7 for Figure 3 A partially enlarged schematic diagram at point B in the diagram, as shown in some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 2 to 7As shown, the multi-function controller 100 also includes at least one button 110. The button 110 can be mounted on the front cover 1011 and connected to the control module 104, so that pressing the button 110 can transmit an input signal to the control module 104, and the control module 104 can output a control signal according to the input signal. There can be multiple buttons 110, which may include a first button 1101, a second button 1102, and a third button 1103. Pressing different buttons 110 can trigger different input signals. For example, pressing the first button 1101 can trigger a first input signal, and the control module 104 can issue a control signal according to the first input signal to control the playback, pause, switching, and volume of the music played by the speaker 1032; as another example, pressing the second button 1102 can trigger a second input signal, and the control module 104 can issue a control signal according to the second input signal to control the start and stop of the display screen 1031, or control the switch of the entire multi-function controller 100. The first button 1101 can be ring-shaped, the second button 1102 can be circular, and the first button 1101 can be located on the outer periphery of the second button 1102; there can be two third buttons 1103, and both third buttons 1103 can be circular buttons.

[0035] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 2 to 7 As shown, the front cover 1011 has a mounting groove 1036 on the side facing away from the rear cover 1012. The shape of the mounting groove 1036 can be consistent with the shape of the display screen 1031, and the display screen 1031 can be installed in the mounting groove 1036. The multi-function controller 100 also includes a glass cover plate 1033, which can be located in the mounting groove 1036 and on the side of the display screen 1031 away from the front cover 1011. The glass cover plate 1033 can protect the display screen 1031. The mounting groove 1036 can be a stepped groove, and the glass cover plate 1033 can be located in the first-level stepped groove space away from the bottom of the groove, while the display screen 1031 is located in another level of stepped groove space.

[0036] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 2 to 7 As shown, the front cover 1011 may have at least one mounting position 113 for mounting buttons 110, and there may be multiple mounting positions 113. The multiple mounting positions 113 include a first groove 1131 and a second through hole 1133. The first groove 1131 may be a circular groove, and the aforementioned first button 1101 and second button 1102 may be mounted in the first groove 1131. The bottom of the first groove 1131 has a third through hole 1132 for connecting to the control module 104. There are two second through holes 1133, which penetrate the front cover 1011, and the two third buttons 1103 may be mounted at the second through holes 1133 respectively. In addition, the front cover 1011 has a fourth through hole 1134, and the detection module 111 may be mounted at the fourth through hole 1134.

[0037] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 2 to 7 As shown, a support rib 114 is provided along the outer edge of the front cover 1011. The support rib 114 forms a ring around the circumference of the front cover 1011, and one end of the support rib 114 away from the front cover 1011 extends toward the rear cover 1011. In addition, a protruding rib 115 is provided on the side of the front cover 1011 facing the rear cover 1012, and the protruding rib 115 extends toward the rear cover 1012.

[0038] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figures 2 to 7 As shown, when the front cover 1011 and the rear cover 1012 are connected, the support rib 114 of the front cover 1011 can abut against the rear cover 1012, and the protruding rib 115 of the front cover 1011 is inserted into the insertion groove 1019 of the limiting ring 1018 of the fixing bracket 105, with the limiting ring 1018 abutting against the rear cover 1012. The protruding rib 115 of the front cover 1011 and the rear cover 1012 can press against the limiting ring 1018, and the front cover 1011 and the rear cover 1012 can limit the fixing bracket 105.

[0039] Figure 8 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the charging port in the diagram. Figure 9 for Figure 3 A partially enlarged schematic diagram at point D in the diagram, as shown in some exemplary embodiments, such as Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the charging port 109 may include a socket 1095 and a fixing plate 1096 as a single unit. The fixing plate 1096 has a fifth through hole 1097 and a sixth through hole 1098. The charging port 109 can be installed at the opening 1093 of the fixing bracket 105, wherein the socket 1095 of the charging port 109 corresponds to the opening 1093, and the notch 1094 of the back cover 1012 is provided corresponding to the opening 1093, so that the socket 1095 and the fixing bracket 105 are exposed at the opening 1093. The fixing plate 1096 of the charging port 109 can be connected to the fixing bracket 105, wherein the limiting post 1091 can penetrate through the fifth through hole 1097 of the fixing plate 1096 to form a limiting, and the first connecting post 1092 can be connected to the fixing plate 1096 through a fastener penetrating through the sixth through hole 1098.

[0040] Figure 10 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the electrical connection module in the diagram. Figure 11 for Figure 3 The intention to magnify the portion at point C in the image is illustrated in some exemplary embodiments, such as... Figure 2 , Figure 10 and Figure 11As shown, the contact mechanism 1021 may include a plurality of contacts 1023 that extend along a first direction and are spaced apart along a second direction. In this example, the contact mechanism 1021 may have four contacts 1023, all of which may be electrically connected to the control module. The shower may be provided with a plurality of elastic contacts (not shown in the figure), which may correspond one-to-one with the contacts 1023 to form a contact electrical connection.

[0041] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the magnetic module 107 includes at least two magnets 1071. In this example, the magnetic module 107 includes two magnets 1071, both of which are mounted on the rear cover 1012. The rear cover 1012 has two second grooves 117 on the side away from the front cover 1011. The two magnets 1071 can be arranged one-to-one with the two second grooves 117, and the magnets 1071 are disposed in the second grooves 117.

[0042] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the contact mechanism 1021 can be mounted on the mounting bracket 105. One end of the contact 1023 can be positioned corresponding to the first through hole 1022 of the rear cover 1012, thus exposing the contact 1023. Two magnets 1071 are respectively located on both sides of the contact mechanism 1021 in a third-direction orientation, with the contact mechanism 1021 positioned between the two magnets 1071. This ensures a stable contact-type electrical connection between the contact 1023 and the shower when the magnets 1071 are attached to the showerhead.

[0043] Figure 12 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the sealing plug in the middle. Figure 13 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the gasket in the figure, in some exemplary embodiments, Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, the sealing plug 1122 may include a sealing plug body 1181, a connecting part 1183, and a plug 1182, which may be an integral part. One end of the connecting part 1183 is connected to the plug 1182, and the other end may be connected to the sealing plug body 1181.

[0044] In some exemplary embodiments, Figure 12 and Figure 13As shown, the material of the gasket 1124 may include polyethylene. The gasket 1124 may have a seventh through hole 116 and a notch 117. The seventh through hole 116 can penetrate the gasket 1124 and can be set to correspond to the contact mechanism 1021 so that the gasket 1124 will not block the contact mechanism 1021. The notch 117 can correspond to the notch 1094 of the rear cover 1012 so that the gasket 1124 avoids the sealing plug 1122.

[0045] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 7 , Figure 9 and Figure 11As shown, the multi-function controller 100 can be provided with a five-level seal at the housing 101 to ensure the waterproof performance of the electrical components in the multi-function controller 100, so that the waterproof rating of the multi-function controller 100 can reach IPX7. The multi-function controller 100 may include a sealing ring 1121, which can be disposed between the front cover 1011 and the rear cover 1012 to form a seal between the front cover 1011 and the rear cover 1012, preventing water from flowing into the housing 101 from the gap between the front cover 1011 and the rear cover 1012, forming the first level of seal. Among them, the sealing ring 1121 can be installed in the sealing groove 1014 of the rear cover 1012. When the limiting ring 1018 of the fixing bracket 105 is squeezed by the front cover 1011, it can abut against the opening of the sealing groove 1014. The sealing plug 1122 can be located at the notch 1094 of the rear cover 1012, covering the charging port 109 to form a second-level seal. The sealing plug body 1181 of the sealing plug 1122 is installed at the opening 1093, sealing the opening 1093 and preventing the socket 1095 of the charging port 109 from being exposed. Simultaneously, the plug post 1182 of the sealing plug 1122 passes through the eighth through hole 1184 of the fixing bracket 105 and is fixed to the fixing bracket 105, so that even if the sealing plug body 1181 is manually detached from the opening 1093, it will not fall off due to the connection between the plug post 1182 and the fixing bracket 105. The multi-function controller 100 can provide multiple sealing gaskets 1125 between the button 110 and the control module 104 to prevent water from flowing into the housing 101 from the gap between the button 110 and the front cover 1011, forming a third-level seal. The plurality of sealing gaskets 1125 may include a first sealing gasket 1125-1 and a second sealing gasket 1125-2. The first sealing gasket 1125-1 is disposed in the first groove 1131. The first sealing gasket 1125-1 may be circular and is sandwiched between the first button 1101 and the front cover 1011, and also between the second button 1102 and the front cover 1011, to prevent water from entering the housing 101 through the gap between the first button 1101 and the second button 1102 and the front cover 1011. The second sealing gasket 1125-2 is fixed on the side of the front cover 1011 facing the rear cover 1012 and is disposed corresponding to the second through hole 1133 on the front cover 1011, to prevent water from flowing into the housing 101 through the gap between the third button 1103 and the hole wall of the second through hole 1133. The circumferential edges of the display screen 1031 and the glass cover 1033 are filled with waterproof adhesive in the gap between them and the wall of the mounting groove 1036 to prevent water from flowing into the housing 101 from the gap between the display screen 1031 and the glass cover 1033 and the front cover 1011, forming a fourth seal. The circuit board 1041 is coated with at least one waterproof coating, making the surface of the circuit board 1041 waterproof, forming a fifth seal. The waterproof coating may be a conformal coating.

[0046] In some exemplary embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 7 , Figure 9 and Figure 11 As shown, a waterproof and breathable membrane 1123 is provided inside the outer casing 101. The waterproof and breathable membrane 1123 allows gas to pass through while preventing water from passing through. The waterproof and breathable membrane 1123 can be installed on the outer casing 101 and seals the sound outlet 1034, preventing water from flowing into the outer casing 101 from the sound outlet 1034, while also allowing sound to diffuse out of the outer casing 101. The gasket 1124 can be attached to the side of the rear cover 1012 away from the front cover 1011. The rear cover 1012 has a third groove 119 on the side away from the front cover 1011. The gasket 1124 can be placed in the third groove 119 and cover the side of the magnet 1071 away from the rear cover 1012. The seventh through hole 116 of the gasket 1124 can be set to correspond to the first through hole 1022 of the rear cover 1012 to avoid blocking the contact point 1023. Furthermore, when the multi-function controller 100 is installed on the shower, the gasket 1124 can fit snugly against the shower to prevent water from flowing from the gap between the shower and the back cover 1012 to the contacts 1023 and affecting signal transmission.

[0047] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of a shower device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Figure 15 for Figure 14 A split diagram of the shower unit in the image, as shown in some exemplary embodiments, such as... Figure 14 and Figure 15 As shown, a shower device includes a shower head 200 and the aforementioned multi-function controller 100. The multi-function controller 100 can be installed on the housing of the shower head 200. Simultaneously, the multi-function controller 100 can be detached from the housing of the shower head 200, meaning it can be separated from the shower head 200 and used independently, for example, to listen to music.

[0048] When using the shower, users can control the water flow and operation of the showerhead via the multi-functional controller 100, allowing them to listen to music while showering and enhancing their showering experience. Users can also easily switch music and control the showerhead's actions using the multi-functional controller 100, making it convenient to operate. Furthermore, users can view environmental information (such as temperature and humidity), water usage information (remaining hot water and temperature), and music information on the multi-functional controller 100's display screen. Moreover, the multi-functional controller 100 can recognize the user's location, lighting up when someone is present and turning off when they leave. It can also provide voice commands, making it both intelligent and energy-efficient.

[0049] 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.

[0050] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., 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. Therefore, a feature defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features.

[0051] In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise expressly and specifically limited.

[0052] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0053] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or that the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0054] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0055] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting this application. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. A multi-functional controller, detachably mounted on a shower, characterized in that, Includes a casing, a multimedia module, and a control module; The control module is housed within the housing and is configured to control the operation of the shower unit when the multi-functional controller is installed on the shower unit. The multimedia module is mounted on the housing and electrically connected to the control module. The multimedia module is configured to receive control signals from the control module and play sound and display information.

2. The multi-functional controller according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a mounting bracket, the outer shell includes a front cover and a rear cover, the front cover is disposed on the rear cover and together with the rear cover forms a mounting cavity, and a sealing ring is provided between the front cover and the rear cover; The mounting bracket is disposed within the mounting cavity, and the control module is mounted on the mounting bracket.

3. The multi-functional controller according to claim 2, characterized in that, The multimedia module includes a speaker and a display screen. The display screen is mounted on the front cover, and the speaker is mounted on the mounting bracket. The speaker and the display screen are electrically connected to the control module.

4. The multifunctional controller according to claim 3, characterized in that, The front cover has a mounting groove on the side opposite to the rear cover, the display screen is disposed in the mounting groove, and waterproof adhesive is filled between the circumferential edge of the display screen and the groove wall of the mounting groove.

5. The multi-functional controller according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a waterproof and breathable membrane, and the rear cover has a sound outlet hole that connects the mounting cavity and the outside. The waterproof and breathable membrane is configured to block the sound outlet hole.

6. The multi-functional controller according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes an electrical connection module, which is electrically connected to the control module, and the electrical connection module is configured to have a circuit structure that makes contact with the shower. The electrical connection module includes a contact mechanism, which is mounted on the mounting bracket. The rear cover has a first through hole corresponding to the contact mechanism to expose the contact mechanism.

7. The multi-functional controller according to claim 6, characterized in that, It also includes a magnetic module for attracting the shower, the magnetic module including at least two magnets, the at least two magnets being disposed on the back cover and spaced apart, and the contact mechanism being disposed between the two magnets.

8. The multi-functional controller according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a power module, a charging port, and a sealing plug, wherein the power module and the charging port are electrically connected, and are also electrically connected to the multimedia module; The charging port is mounted on the mounting bracket, and the back cover has a notch corresponding to the charging port to expose the charging port; The sealing plug is disposed on the rear cover and is disposed corresponding to the notch.

9. The multi-functional controller according to claims 2 to 1, characterized in that, The control module includes a circuit board coated with at least one waterproof layer.

10. The multi-functional controller according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes at least one button and at least one sealing gasket; The front cover has at least one mounting position, the button is disposed at the mounting position, and the sealing gasket is disposed at the mounting position and located between the button and the control module. The sealing gasket is configured to form a seal between the button and the front cover.

11. A shower device, characterized in that, The shower includes a shower unit and a multi-function controller as described in any one of claims 1 to 10, the multi-function controller being mounted on the housing of the shower unit.

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