Information processing device, fishing reel, and program

Abstract

Provided is an information processing device that can improve a luring technique of a user.　The present invention comprises: a reel inclination information acquisition means 172 that can acquire reel inclination information, which is inclination information of a reel body; a calculation means 174 that calculates jigging information, which is information related to the jigging, from the reel inclination information; and a display means 176 that carries out a prescribed display on the basis of the cogging information. As a result, information (e.g., jigging information) necessary for the improvement of the jigging technique can be displayed to provide information for the user to improve jigging.

Description

Information processing device, fishing reel and program

[0001] The present invention relates to an information processing device, a fishing reel, and a program that can be used in an information providing system for fishing.

[0002] In recent years, as disclosed in, for example, Patent Documents 1 and 2, there has been technology that displays information about the speed of a rotating handle and the tension of a fishing line on the display of an electric reel or a smartphone.

[0003] JP 2013-048594 A JP 2020-058248 A

[0004] However, the information provision techniques disclosed in Patent Documents 1 and 2 are unable to provide the information necessary to improve skills related to lure behaviors such as jigging, making it difficult to improve users' lure behavior skills.

[0005] The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned technical problems, and aims to provide an information processing device, a fishing reel, and a program that can improve a user's lure behavior techniques.

[0006] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention provides an information processing device comprising: reel tilt information acquisition means capable of acquiring reel tilt information, which is information about the tilt of the reel body; calculation means for calculating lure action information, which is information about lure action, from the reel tilt information; and display means for performing a predetermined display based on the lure action information. The present invention also provides a fishing reel comprising: reel tilt information detection means capable of detecting reel tilt information, which is information about the tilt of the reel body; and transmission means for transmitting the reel tilt information to the information processing device, wherein the information processing device calculates lure action information, which is information about lure action, based on the reel tilt information and displays the lure action information. The present invention also provides a program capable of causing a computer of the information processing device to perform a reel tilt information acquisition process capable of acquiring reel tilt information, which is information about the tilt of the reel body; a calculation process for calculating lure action information, which is information about lure action, from the reel tilt information; and a display process for performing a predetermined display based on the lure action information.

[0007] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide an information processing device, a fishing reel, and a program that can improve a user's luring behavior technique.

[0008] 1 is a diagram showing a schematic configuration of a fishing information system according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 1 is a side view of an embodiment of a fishing reel. FIG. 2 is a side view of the fishing reel shown in FIG. 2, viewed from the opposite side. FIG. 1(a) is a block diagram showing the basic circuit configuration of a fishing reel, and FIG. 1(b) is a block diagram showing the functional configuration of the fishing reel. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of a fishing information system when communicating with a server. FIG. 1(a) is a block diagram showing the basic circuit configuration of an information processing device, and FIG. 1(b) is a block diagram showing the functional configuration of the information processing device. FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing a schematic processing for displaying jigging diagnosis information. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of a display in an information processing device. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing another ... an example of a display in an information processing device including a water depth graph. FIG. 12 is a diagram showing an example of a display following FIG. 13. FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an example of a display following FIG. 15. FIG. 16 is a diagram showing an example of a display following FIG. 17. FIG. 18 is a diagram showing an example of a display in which the color of the curve in the water depth graph is changed. FIG. 29 is a diagram showing an example of a display relating to a combination of a water depth graph and GPS information. It is a figure which shows the example of the display concerning the sharing of the fishing trip information of other people. It is a figure which shows the example of the display concerning the log information. It is a figure which shows the other example of the display concerning the log information. It is a figure which shows the example of the display concerning the tackle usage rate.

[0009] <Outline of Fishing Information System 100> Hereinafter, an embodiment of an information processing device, a fishing reel, and a program according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 shows a fishing information system 100 according to an embodiment. The fishing information system 100 provides various types of fishing-related information to users. The fishing information system 100 includes a fishing rod 102, a fishing reel 104, an information processing device 106, and the like. The fishing reel 104 can be attached to the fishing rod 102 for use.

[0010] As will be described in detail later, the fishing information system 100 of this embodiment transmits information (jigging information) related to jigging performed by a user during a fishing trip from the fishing reel 104 to the information processing device 106. The jigging information includes various types of information related to jigging, such as momentum, pitch, and wobble. The information processing device 106 can be, for example, various types of mobile information terminals, such as smartphones, tablets, wearable devices (including smartwatches), and notebook personal computers (notebook PCs). The information processing device 106 stores received information and actual catches (fishing results). Based on the various received information, the information processing device 106 creates and displays information (fishing information) to be provided to the user. The fishing information is displayed as graph images or illustration images. Providing jigging information can be considered as diagnosing the user's jigging and providing the diagnosis results (jigging diagnosis results, jigging diagnosis information).

[0011] <Fishing rod 102 and fishing reel 104> Various types of fishing rods 102 and fishing reels 104 can be used. In particular, the fishing reel 104 can be, for example, a bait reel equipped with an assist function (AS function, counter AS function), an electric reel equipped with a motor and an AS function (counter AS function), or a manual spinning reel. Other types of reels can also be used as the fishing reel 104. In this embodiment, a manual winding dual bearing reel is used.

[0012] 2 and 3 are diagrams showing an example of the configuration of a fishing reel 104 used in this embodiment. Fig. 2 is a plan view of the fishing reel 104, and Fig. 3 is a side view seen from the side opposite the handle. The reel body 1A of the fishing reel 104 has left and right side plates 4A, 4B equipped with left and right covers 3a, 3b attached to left and right frames, which are integrated via a plurality of supports as is well known. In addition, reel legs 5 for attachment to the reel seat of a fishing rod are integrally formed with the frames between the left and right frames.

[0013] A spool shaft is rotatably supported via bearings between the left and right side plates of the reel body 1A, and a spool 7 around which fishing line is wound is fixed to the spool shaft. The spool 7 is rotated via a known winding drive mechanism disposed within the right side plate by rotating a handle 8 provided on one of the side plates (the right side plate 4B in this embodiment).

[0014] Also, a well-known drag mechanism 12 is provided on the right side plate 4B for applying a drag force to the spool 7 when fishing line is released from the spool 7 during fishing. This drag mechanism 12 includes a plurality of braking members that frictionally engage with the side of the drive gear of the reel drive mechanism, which is rotatably mounted on the handle shaft, and a braking force adjuster (also called a star drag) 13 that applies a pressing force to the braking members. The braking force adjuster 13 is mounted on the reel body side near the handle 8 and is rotatable relative to the handle shaft. By rotating the braking force adjuster 13, a pressing force is applied to the braking members, thereby adjusting the friction (drag force) of the drive gear against the handle shaft.

[0015] The reel drive mechanism includes the drive gear rotatably mounted on the handle shaft, a pinion gear meshing with the drive gear, and the like, and has the function of transmitting the rotation of the handle shaft to the spool 7 via the drag mechanism 12, the drive gear, and the pinion gear. The pinion gear moves axially by the operation of a known clutch mechanism disposed in the right side plate, and is engaged with and disengaged from the spool shaft, thereby switching between a power transmission state (clutch ON) and a power disconnection state (clutch OFF).

[0016] The clutch mechanism includes a clutch operating member 15 disposed between the left and right side plates 4A, 4B behind the spool 7. When the clutch operating member 15 is pressed down, the spool 7 is placed in a clutch-off state, allowing it to freely rotate forward and backward. Furthermore, when the handle 8 is operated to reel in the reel in this state, the clutch is placed in an clutch-on state via a known automatic return mechanism, and the fishing line can be wound onto the spool 7 by operating the handle 8 in this state.

[0017] Additionally, an information display device (IC counter) 20 having a display unit 20a is disposed above the spool 7 between the left and right side plates of the reel body 1A. This information display device 20 also functions as a thumb rest, and the display unit 20a displays various information, such as line length information being unwound from the spool by detecting the rotation of the spool 7 when the clutch is off, as well as shelf information and time information. The information display device 20 is also provided with an operation button 20b, which allows the user to input various setting information (although one operation button is provided in FIG. 2, multiple operation buttons may be provided).

[0018] The line length information (line payout length, payout speed, etc.) is calculated according to a predetermined calculation program based on detection signals from a detection sensor (sometimes referred to as a "sensor") that detects the amount and direction of rotation of the spool 7. On the side plate 4A on the side opposite the handle, there are arranged components of a control device that controls various information, such as the detection sensor, a control board that processes the detection signals from the detection sensor, a cable that transmits and receives signals from the control board to the information display device 20, and a power source (battery box) for operating these components.

[0019] The fishing reel 104 is equipped with a function for detecting (sensing) various actions (jigging actions) performed by a user when jigging. The jigging actions referred to here include the so-called jerking action and the hooking action. The jigging actions include various actions in various jigging activities. Although jigging is used as an example here, the present invention can also be applied to fishing methods other than jigging (luring actions other than jigging actions). Examples of fishing methods other than jigging include any action (other than jigging actions) that displaces the fishing rod 102 or the fishing reel 104. Specifically, any fishing action, such as casting, lure fishing, red snapper fishing, horse mackerel fishing, rockfish fishing, etc., can be targeted for action detection. Furthermore, any fishing action that involves luring actions (such as those performed using artificial baits such as jigs or lures) can also be targeted. The term "jigging" in this specification can be replaced with terms such as "luring behavior," "induced displacement," or "induced displacement behavior" when used as a broader concept.

[0020] Various jigging actions can be detected using sensors based on the behavior of the fishing reel 104. Jigging actions can be detected by arranging various sensors, such as an acceleration sensor, an angular velocity sensor, a tension sensor, a rotation detection sensor, etc., at appropriate locations inside or outside the fishing reel 104. For example, a tension sensor attached to the fishing rod 102 can also detect part of the jigging action. Note that the "jigging action" can also be referred to as, for example, a "jigging operation."

[0021] FIG. 2 schematically shows the basic movement direction of the fishing reel 104 during jigging. In FIG. 2, coordinates of three orthogonal axes (X, Y, and Z axes) are shown superimposed on the fishing reel 104. In the example of FIG. 2, the direction of the X axis corresponds to the front-to-rear direction of the fishing reel 104, and the direction toward the tip of the fishing rod 102 is the positive direction (the direction of the X-axis arrow, forward). The direction of the Y axis corresponds to the direction of the rotation axis related to the spool 7 and the handle 8 (right handle), and the direction toward the side where the handle 8 protrudes is the positive direction (the direction of the Y-axis arrow, in this case, right when facing forward). The Z axis is perpendicular to the X and Y axes, and the positive direction (the direction of the Z-axis arrow) is the upper side of the fishing reel 104 (the side opposite the side where the fishing rod 102 is located).

[0022] Regarding each of the X, Y, and Z axes, linear movement (parallel movement) and rotational movement in directions perpendicular to each other are part of the detection target. In this embodiment, movement in the up and down direction perpendicular to the X axis (indicated by arrow A X ) and rotation around the X axis (indicated by arrow Ω X In addition, the movement in the forward and backward directions perpendicular to the Y axis (indicated by the arrow A Y ) and rotation around the Y axis (indicated by arrow Ω Y Furthermore, movement in the left and right directions perpendicular to the Z axis (indicated by arrow A Z ) and rotation around the Z axis (indicated by arrow Ω Z The rotational movement around the X axis (indicated by the arrow Ω) is detected. X ), rotation around the Y axis (arrow Ω Y ), and rotational movement around the Z axis (arrow Ω Z ) is detected, the roll, pitch, and yaw of the fishing reel 104 are detected. X , A Y , A Z , Ω X , Ω Y , Ω Z It is possible to appropriately determine the positive and negative directions for the

[0023] Each direction of the fishing reel 104 (arrow A X , A Y , A Z , ΩX , Ω Y , Ω Z The detection of the movement in each direction (arrow A) can be performed using, for example, an acceleration sensor or an angular velocity sensor. X , A Y , A Z , Ω X , Ω Y , Ω Z It is possible to use a sensor (sensor unit 58 described later) that integrates the functions of detecting movement related to the movement of the object into one IC package.

[0024] As shown in FIG. 4A, the fishing reel 104 is provided with a sensor unit 58, a communication unit 116, and the like. Of these, the sensor unit 58, as described above, detects the movement of the object in each direction (arrow A X , A Y , A Z , Ω X , Ω Y , Ω Z The sensor unit 58 has a function of detecting movement in each direction (arrow A X , A Y , A Z , Ω X , Ω Y , Ω Z ) and may have a function for detecting other actions related to jigging. Also, the fishing reel 104 may be provided with a sensor unit (not shown) other than the sensor unit 58. Although the display unit 20a (FIG. 2) is not shown in FIG. 4(a), it is also possible to display various types of jigging information as described below on the display unit 20a.

[0025] The fishing reel 104 can be paired with an information processing device 106 ( FIG. 1 , described below) owned by the user so that it can communicate with the device. Information related to the detection results of the sensor unit 58 (hereinafter referred to as "reel tilt information") is wirelessly transmitted to the information processing device 106 via the communication unit 116. Communication from the fishing reel 104 to the information processing device 106 can be performed by converting the information into a digital signal. Communication between the fishing reel 104 and the information processing device 106 can be performed using various common wireless communication standards, such as Bluetooth (registered trademark) and Wi-Fi. Communication between the fishing reel 104 and the information processing device 106 can also be performed via a wired connection.

[0026] 4(b) shows the functional configuration (functional means) related to the detection of reel tilt information and the like for the fishing reel 104. The functional means shown in FIG. 4(b) are a reel tilt information detection means 122 and a transmission means 130. Of these, the reel tilt information detection means 122 detects reel tilt information, which is tilt information of the reel body 1A of the fishing reel 104. This "reel tilt information" is information about the tilt of the reel body 1A of the fishing reel 104 in each direction (arrow A X , A Y , A Z , Ω X , Ω Y , Ω Z The reel tilt information detected by the reel tilt information detection means 122 has the function of transmitting information to an external device (such as the information processing device 106 or server 150 (FIG. 5) described later) via the transmission means 130 that uses the communication unit 116.

[0027] The fishing reel 104 may also be provided with a storage unit (not shown) for storing reel tilt information and other information. The function of storing information using the storage unit is performed by a storage means. The fishing reel 104 may also be provided with a CPU (Central Processing Unit, not shown), which may manage the collection and communication of reel tilt information, storage of information, etc.

[0028] If the fishing reel 104 is equipped with a storage unit, the detected reel tilt information can be stored in chronological order and saved as log information. This allows the user to check not only real-time information but also past (history) information. In this case, the saved reel tilt information can be transmitted to a server 150, for example, as shown in FIG. 5, and the log information can be saved in the server 150. Various common communication standards (including mobile communication systems of various generations (3G to 5G, etc.)) can be used as the communication standard between the fishing reel 104 and the server 150.

[0029] <Information Processing Device 106> Next, the information processing device 106 will be described. As described above, the information processing device 106 is, for example, a mobile information terminal such as a smartphone. As shown schematically in FIG. 6(a), the information processing device 106 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 162, a storage unit 164, a communication unit 166, and a display unit 168. Of these components, the CPU 162 receives signals from the fishing reel 104 and acquires reel tilt information. The CPU 162 then calculates and obtains information related to the movement of the fishing reel 104, generates jigging information (jigging diagnosis result, jigging diagnosis information), and displays it on the display unit 168.

[0030] The storage unit 164 collectively refers to various storage means such as registers, memories, and storage devices. The storage unit 164 includes a read-only memory (ROM) that stores various programs and setting information, and a random access memory (RAM) that serves as a temporary storage area. The ROM of the storage unit 164 also stores an operating system (OS) and an application program (fishing information providing program, hereinafter referred to as the "app") that describes the process for providing information related to the rotation speed and amount of rotation of the spool 7 (FIG. 2). The CPU 162 performs various calculations for providing fishing information in accordance with the program under the control of the OS.

[0031] An application for providing fishing information is installed in the information processing device 106. In accordance with the installed application, the information processing device 106 performs operations such as obtaining reel tilt information, calculating various jigging information, and displaying various jigging information.

[0032] The display unit 168 of the information processing device 106 can display a wide variety of content. The display unit 168 of the information processing device 106 can display a wide variety of content in color, etc. As the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106, various display devices can be adopted, such as a liquid crystal display device or an organic EL display device that can be touched by the user and that can display in color.

[0033] Fig. 6(b) shows the functional configuration (functional means) of the information processing device 106 related to providing jigging diagnostic information. The functional means shown in Fig. 6(b) are a reel tilt information acquisition means 172, a calculation means 174, and a display means 176. Furthermore, the functional means shown in Fig. 6(b) include a catch record display control means 178, a storage means 179, and a transmission means 180.

[0034] Of these, the reel tilt information acquisition means 172 and the calculation means 174 are implemented by the CPU 162 (FIG. 6(a)) using the storage unit 164, communication unit 166, and other peripheral devices to acquire reel tilt information from the fishing reel 104 and calculate jigging information based on the acquired reel tilt information. The display means 176 is implemented by the CPU 162 using various peripheral devices including the display unit 168 (FIG. 6(a)). The catch record display control means 178 allows the user to check the catch record by displaying a catch record mark 194 (described later) and the like. The storage means 179 stores acquired information and information obtained by calculation using the storage unit 164 and the like. The transmission means 180 is implemented by transmitting information to an external device (such as the server 150 in FIG. 5) using various peripheral devices including the communication unit 166.

[0035] In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7 , when a jigging operation (jigging motion) is performed by a user (S1), the reel tilt information detection means 122 ( FIG. 4( b)) of the fishing reel 104 ( FIG. 1) detects the jigging operation (S2). Subsequently, the reel tilt information detection result is transmitted from the fishing reel 104 to the information processing device 106 (S3). The information processing device 106 executes a calculation using the detection result (S4), and generates jigging diagnosis information (S5). The jigging diagnosis information is then output and displayed in various formats on the display unit 168 ( FIG. 6( a)) of the information processing device 106 (S6).

[0036] Furthermore, the reel tilt information acquired by the information processing device 106 and the calculated jigging information can be stored in chronological order and saved as log information. Furthermore, the jigging information can be reproduced (displayed, etc.) based on the saved log information. This allows the user to check not only real-time information but also post-event (past) information (history information). In this case, the saved reel tilt information and jigging diagnosis information can be transmitted to the server 150, for example, as shown in FIG. 5, and the log information can be saved in the server 150. Various common communication standards (including mobile communication systems of various generations (3G to 5G, etc.)) can be used as the communication standard between the information processing device 106 and the server 150.

[0037] It is also possible to transmit the log information transmitted from the fishing reel 104 to the server 150 from the server 150 to the information processing device 106, and display (play) the jigging diagnostic information and the like on the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106. In this way, the amount of storage space used in the storage unit 164 can be reduced.

[0038] Fig. 8 shows an example of the display content on the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106. In the example of Fig. 8, a "start measurement" button (measurement start button 202), a graph related to angular velocity (angular velocity graph 204), and a graph related to acceleration (acceleration graph 206) are displayed, starting from the top of the screen of the display unit 168. In this embodiment, a non-graphic information aggregation section 208 as shown in Fig. 9 can also be displayed. Furthermore, as shown on the angular velocity graph 204 in Fig. 8, a mark indicating the fishing result (fishing result mark 194) can be displayed. Each of these displays will be described below.

[0039] <Measurement Start Button 202> The measurement start button 202 is a button operated to start jigging diagnosis. When the user touches the measurement start button 202, the information processing device 106 begins diagnosing the jigging action to be performed thereafter. The jigging diagnosis result information can be displayed in real time or based on saved history information (log information). In addition to the method of acquiring a log after pressing a start button (here, the measurement start button 202) as described above, a method of acquiring a log without requiring a button operation to start measurement can also be employed. For example, the user sets an arbitrary time period using the information processing device 106. An example of the time period set here (the set time period) could be a relatively long time period during which fishing is performed (e.g., 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM), including the time period during which jigging is performed. For example, when the fishing reel 104 is turned on (in a state where actual fishing is possible), measurement is automatically performed and log information is acquired. Then, for example, the past information acquired as the log information may be used to perform jigging diagnosis. Here, past information includes not only the log information from the day of the actual fishing trip but also log information from the day before the day the user caught the fish. For example, the acquired past information may be the user's own past information or that of a third party. By comparing the user's own past information with that of a third party, the user can improve their fishing skills. The third party's past information may be acquired via server 150 ( FIG. 5 ), for example, or may be information received from a nearby third party's communication terminal. Furthermore, it is also possible to display jigging diagnosis result information for a relatively short time period specified by the user (e.g., 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM, or the time period immediately before a fish was caught). This allows the user to visually check their jigging behavior during any time period and improve their skills.

[0040] <Angular velocity graph 204> The angular velocity graph 204 shows information on angular velocity [° / s] (angle / second) from the reel tilt information acquired from the fishing reel 104. The horizontal axis of the graph in FIG. 8 shows time in seconds. The vertical axis shows positive and negative angles in degrees. Three waveforms (repeated waveforms) are superimposed and displayed on the angular velocity graph 204. The breakdown of the three waveforms is as follows: rotational movement (arrow Ω) around each of the X, Y, and Z axes shown in FIG. 2; X , Ω Y , Ω Z ) is the angular velocity related to

[0041] In the example of Fig. 8, each waveform is shown in grayscale, and it is not necessarily easy to visually distinguish the three waveforms individually. However, it is possible to make the visibility easier by using different colors for the three waveforms, for example. In the example of Fig. 8, the three waveforms are displayed so that they can be distinguished as "Series 1," "Series 2," and "Series 3." In the example of Fig. 8, "Series 1" moves around the X-axis in Fig. 2 (as indicated by arrow A X , Ω X ), and "Series 2" corresponds to movement around the Z axis (arrow A Z , Ω Z ) and "Series 3" corresponds to the movement around the Y axis (arrow A Y , Ω Y 8, the waveforms of "series 3" (waveforms around the Y axis) tend to have the largest amplitude overall in terms of angular velocity.

[0042] The angular velocity graph 204 can be displayed in real time as information on the jigging operation (jigging motion) at that time. Furthermore, the information processing device 106 can use log information to reproduce and display the angular velocity graph 204 relating to a predetermined time period (predetermined period) in the past. In this case, it is possible for the user to input and specify the period to be displayed. The ability to use log information in this way also applies to various types of jigging information described below.

[0043] <Acceleration Graph 206> The acceleration graph 206 shows information on acceleration [g] received from the fishing reel 104. In the example of FIG. 8, the horizontal axis shows time in seconds. The vertical axis shows acceleration in g. In the example of FIG. 8, three waveforms are also displayed superimposed. The breakdown of the three waveforms is as follows: linear movement (arrow A) perpendicular to each of the X, Y, and Z axes shown in FIG. 2; X , A Y , A Z 8 ). In the example of FIG. 8 , similar to the angular velocity graph 204, each waveform is shown in grayscale, and it is not necessarily easy to visually distinguish the three waveforms individually. However, it is possible to make the three waveforms easier to see by using different colors for the three waveforms, for example. In the example of FIG. 8 , similar to the angular velocity graph 204, the three waveforms are displayed so that they can be distinguished as "Series 1," "Series 2," and "Series 3." With regard to acceleration, the waveform of "Series 1" (waveform around the X-axis) tends to have the largest amplitude overall.

[0044] The acceleration graph 206 can be displayed in real time as information on the jigging operation at that time, similar to the angular velocity graph 204. Furthermore, the information processing device 106 can reproduce and display the acceleration graph 206 related to a predetermined time period in the past by using log information.

[0045] <Non-Graph Information Aggregation Unit 208> The non-graph information aggregation unit 208 shown in Fig. 9 aggregates multiple pieces of information related to jigging, separate from the angular velocity graph 204 and the acceleration graph 206, and displays them using graphics (including pictures, illustrations, icons, pictograms, etc.) so that the information can be understood at a glance. In the example of Fig. 9, the non-graph information aggregation unit 208 aggregates and displays multiple pieces of information when a fish is caught (a catch is obtained). In the non-graph information aggregation unit 208, "momentum" is displayed in the upper part of the perfect circle graphic.

[0046] "Momentum" is indicated using a plurality of pieces of information. The acceleration (shown here as [G] instead of [g]) and angular velocity [° / s] shown on the left are used as a plurality of pieces of information indicating "momentum." Acceleration indicates "momentum" related to the vertical direction, and angular velocity indicates "momentum" related to the angle of the rotation direction. Examples of "momentum" are 1.8 [G] and 208 [° / s]. Acceleration information is indicated by a straight double-headed arrow. Angular velocity information is indicated by a curved arrow. For example, the words "acceleration" and "angular velocity" can be displayed instead of or together with the graphic.

[0047] In the non-graphic information aggregating unit 208, "pitch" is displayed on the left side of the bottom row. "Pitch" is information regarding the time interval related to so-called jerking (an intermittent movement that is an intermittent rotational movement). "Pitch" indicates the time interval of so-called jerking movement based on "momentum" information. In the example of FIG. 9, 36.4° / s is displayed as an example of "pitch." In the example of FIG. 9, the display related to "pitch" is indicated by two wavy lines (representing the type of movement) and an ellipse between the two wavy lines (representing the cross-sectional shape of the fishing rod 102).

[0048] On the right side of the lower section of the non-graphical information aggregation unit 208, "amount of tackle retrieved" is displayed. "Amount of tackle retrieved" is calculated as the amount of tackle retrieved per jerking pitch (reeling length per pitch, amount retrieved in meters per pitch, distance traveled by the tackle) based on information obtained regarding "pitch." In the example of FIG. 9, 0.54 [m] is displayed as an example of "amount of tackle retrieved." In the example of FIG. 9, the display relating to "amount of tackle retrieved" is indicated by using an image of the fishing rod 102 being swung with the handle at the base end.

[0049] Although not shown in the figures, jigging diagnosis can be performed using various information in addition to the information described above. Other information includes, for example, information on "vibration" during jigging. "Vibration" is the displacement (vibration) of the fishing reel 104 (and the reel body 1A) when the handle 8 (FIG. 2) of the fishing reel 104 is turned. This "vibration" information can be, for example, the degree of roll of the reel (rotational movement around the X-axis in the example of FIG. 2 (indicated by the arrow Ω) X The deviation is obtained by detecting the degree of deviation (degree of deviation). In other words, the information on the rotational movement of the fishing device (the fishing reel 104, the reel unit 1A, etc.) can be said to be the movement in a predetermined rotational direction of the reference body (the fishing reel 104 (including the reel unit 1A)) that performs the rotational movement. The unit of deviation can be angle / time [° / s]. The angle may be expressed in units of radians. However, it is considered easier for the user to intuitively understand if the angle is converted into units of degrees (degrees). Such deviation information can also be displayed on the display unit 168 (for example, in the non-graphic information aggregation unit 208).

[0050] The display mode of the jigging diagnosis information may be, for example, to display the calculated numerical value to a predetermined number of decimal places (such as the first place), or may be to display the calculated numerical value in steps. For example, for various types of jigging information expressed as numerical values, the expected numerical range may be divided into 10 steps, and each step may be displayed in steps from "1 / 10" to "10 / 10." The displayed numerical value may also be the average value of the actual measured values ​​(calculated values) over a predetermined time interval.

[0051] <Catch Record Mark 194> The information processing device 106 of this embodiment is further capable of displaying the catch record (catch record display). In the example of FIG. 8 , the catch record display is performed using the catch record mark 194. A figure with a fish motif (an icon with a fish motif) is used as the catch record mark 194. The catch record mark 194 appears on the display unit 168 when the user performs a predetermined operation on the touch panel. For example, the user can perform a predetermined touch operation on any position on the angular velocity graph 204 or the acceleration graph 206 to cause the catch record mark 194 to be displayed at that position. Furthermore, the user can input the time (date and time) when the catch occurred by performing a predetermined operation.

[0052] Various display and control modes for the catch record display can be adopted. Although not shown in the figures, for example, to indicate the number of fish caught, multiple catch record marks 194 may be displayed side by side. Furthermore, as a method of expressing the number of fish caught, the catch record marks 194 may be combined with numerical displays (letters or figures).

[0053] The fishing record mark 194 may be editable by the user. For example, the user may perform an operation to input characters and input the type of fish. The fishing record mark 194 may also be changed (selection of the type, change of the image used, etc.).

[0054] <Other Display Examples Related to Jigging Diagnosis> Figures 10 and 11 show other display examples of various jigging diagnosis tables. Figure 10 shows a display example when jigging is performed at a relatively high pitch (fast time intervals), and Figure 11 shows a display example when jigging is performed at a relatively low pitch (slow time intervals).

[0055] In the example of FIG. 10 , the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106 displays, from top to bottom, a water depth graph 210, an angular velocity graph 204, an acceleration graph 206, and a non-graphic information aggregation unit 208. The water depth graph 210 graphically displays the water depth to which the fishing line 103 ( FIG. 1 ) has been reeled out using lines (straight or broken). For example, the fishing reel 104 is provided with a rotation sensor (not shown) that detects the rotation state of the spool 7, and the water depth is calculated based on information obtained from the rotation sensor's signal (signal corresponding to the rotation speed, amount of rotation, etc.) and information obtained from the characteristics of the fishing line 103 (line diameter, material, etc.). The calculation for calculating the water depth may be performed by the fishing reel 104, or may be performed by the information processing device 106 based on information from the fishing reel 104.

[0056] The vertical axis of the water depth graph 210 represents water depth (m), and the horizontal axis represents time during fishing (seconds). In the example of Figure 10, the fishing line 103 rises relatively slowly (descending in the graph) over a period of about 20 seconds to a depth of approximately 95-90 m, and then rises rapidly to approximately 90-85 m. The graph then shows a relatively slow rise to 70 m over a period of about 100 seconds (approximately 70-170 seconds on the graph). The graph also shows that the water depth increased to 75 m (rising in the graph) around 280 seconds after the start of fishing.

[0057] 8, the angular velocity graph 204 shows the rotational movement (indicated by the arrow Ω) around each of the X, Y, and Z axes shown in FIG. X , Ω Y , Ω Z The acceleration graph 206 shows the angular velocity associated with the linear movement (arrow A) perpendicular to each of the X, Y, and Z axes, also shown in FIG. X , A Y , A Z10 ) are shown. In the example of FIG. 10 , each waveform is shown in grayscale, and it is not necessarily easy to visually distinguish the three waveforms individually. However, it is possible to make the three waveforms more easily visible by using different colors for the three waveforms, for example. In addition, in the example of FIG. 10 , the colors of the waveforms corresponding to X, Y, and Z are shown in this order from left to right below the angular velocity graph 204 and the acceleration graph 206. A tendency apparent in the example of FIG. 10 is that, for angular velocity, the amplitude of the waveform around the Y axis is generally the largest, and, for acceleration, the amplitude of the waveform around the Z axis is generally the largest.

[0058] In the example of Fig. 10, the non-graph information summarizing unit 208 is virtually surrounded by a two-dot chain line. On the left side of the top row of the non-graph information summarizing unit 208, the "average reel amount per jerk" is shown. This "average reel amount per jerk" is jigging information that has the same meaning as the "amount of tackle retrieved" in the example of Fig. 9. In the example of Fig. 10, "91.3 cm" is shown as the "average reel amount per jerk" along with an icon that represents the "average reel amount per jerk."

[0059] On the right side of the top row of the non-graphic information aggregation unit 208, "reeling speed" is displayed. This "reeling speed" indicates the amount of fishing line 103 (FIG. 1) reeled in per second. In the example of FIG. 10, the average value of the measured reeling speed is displayed as "reeling speed." In the example of FIG. 10, the value "17.7 [cm / sec]" and the number of steps "3" are displayed as "reeling speed."

[0060] The upper section of the non-graphical information aggregation unit 208 displays, from left to right, jigging information such as "vibration," "momentum (up and down)," "momentum (angle)," and "jerk interval." As described above, "vibration" is the displacement (vibration) of the fishing reel 104 (and the reel body 1A) when the handle 8 (FIG. 2) of the fishing reel 104 is turned. In the example of FIG. 10, "vibration" is displayed as a level number of "4 / 10," indicating that it is the fourth level out of 10 levels.

[0061] "Momentum (up and down)" indicates acceleration information from the "momentum" information in the example of Fig. 9. "Momentum (angle)" indicates angular velocity information from the "momentum" information in the example of Fig. 10. In the example of Fig. 10, for both "momentum (up and down)" and "momentum (angle)", the level number display is "8 / 10" indicating that it is the 8th level out of 10 levels.

[0062] The "jerk interval" indicates the amount of movement (average value) when a so-called jerk is performed using the fishing rod 102. In the example of Fig. 10, the "jerk interval" is shown as "0.52 seconds."

[0063] As mentioned above, Fig. 11 shows a display example in which jigging is performed at a relatively low pitch (slow time intervals). In the example of Fig. 11, the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106 displays, from the top, a water depth graph 210, an angular velocity graph 204, an acceleration graph 206, and a non-graph information aggregation section 208. The meaning of each piece of jigging information is the same as in the example of Fig. 10.

[0064] In the example water depth graph 210 of FIG. 11, the fishing line 103 rises relatively slowly (descending in the graph) from a depth of just under 90 m to a depth of just under 80 m over a period of approximately 180 seconds (approximately 350 to 550 seconds on the graph), and then descends again (ascending in the graph).

[0065] Regarding the angular velocity graph 204 and the acceleration graph 206, the tendency that appears in the example of FIG. 11 is that for angular velocity, the amplitude of the waveform around the Y axis is the largest overall, and for acceleration, the amplitude of the waveform around the Z axis is the largest overall.

[0066] In the example of FIG. 11 , "73.8 cm" is displayed as the "average reel amount per jerk." The "reeling speed" is displayed as "5.4 cm / sec" and a scale of "3." The "vibration" is displayed as a scale of "5 / 10," indicating that it is the fifth of a ten scale. The "force (up and down)" is displayed as a scale of "5 / 10," indicating that it is the fifth of a ten scale, and the "force (angle)" is displayed as a scale of "8 / 10," indicating that it is the eighth of a ten scale. The "jerk interval" is displayed as "1.37 seconds."

[0067] <Typical Effects of the Invention According to the Present Embodiment> As described above, the information processing device 106 according to the present embodiment includes reel tilt information acquisition means (such as the reel tilt information acquisition means 172) that can acquire reel tilt information, which is tilt information of the reel body (such as the reel body 1A), calculation means (such as the calculation means 174) that calculates luring behavior information (such as jigging information), which is information related to luring behavior (such as jigging), from the reel tilt information, and display means (such as the display means 176) that performs a predetermined display (such as displaying jigging diagnosis information) based on the luring behavior information.

[0068] The information processing device 106 of this embodiment displays information (e.g., jigging information) necessary for improving lure techniques (e.g., jigging techniques), thereby providing information for users to improve their lure techniques. Specifically, for example, information regarding the tilt of the fishing reel 104 during a jigging operation (including the three-dimensional tilt of the reel body 1A, including forward, backward, up, and down) and translational movement is acquired from reel tilt information from the fishing reel. Then, based on the acquired information, information such as angular velocity information (information related to the degree to which the fishing reel 104 tilted during a jigging operation) and acceleration information (information related to the degree to which the fishing reel 104 moved up, down, and translationally during a jigging operation) can be calculated, thereby enabling real-time information and information over time to be displayed on the display unit 168 as an illustrated image (non-graphical information aggregation unit 208, 222).

[0069] Therefore, various types of jigging information can be visualized for the user. Jigging information can be aggregated and provided to the user in a short time. It is also possible to visualize and provide jigging information that is influenced not only by the operation of the fishing reel 104 itself, but also by the fishing rod 102 to which the fishing reel 104 is attached, or by a lure (not shown), for example. By reviewing and reviewing the provided jigging information, the user can improve their fishing skills. Providing past jigging information also allows the user to relive their past jigging experiences.

[0070] For example, by presenting jigging information using graphs, figures, illustrations, etc., it is possible to provide information that the user can understand at a glance. Furthermore, if only specific numerical values ​​or the number of rows were displayed, it is expected that the user would not know where to look or would misread the information, but by using graphs, figures, illustrations, etc., it is possible to provide information that is easy for the user to understand. Furthermore, the user can accurately recognize information related to jigging, making it easier to improve jigging operations.

[0071] As shown in FIG. 8 , the angular velocity graph 204 and the acceleration graph 206 can be displayed in real time as information on the jigging operation at that time. The angular velocity and acceleration information can be stored in chronological order and saved as log data related to jigging. By using the log data to reproduce the angular velocity graph 204 and the acceleration graph 206 related to a predetermined time period in the past, the user can be provided with information related to the jigging history. The user can view the reproduced past information and learn what kind of jigging operation they performed. This makes it easier for the user to improve their jigging operation.

[0072] In the information processing device 106 of this embodiment, the predetermined display indicates the parallel movement (arrow A) of the reference body (fishing reel 104, reel body 1A, etc.). X , A Y , A Z(such as the movement related to the arrow Ω) X , Ω Y , Ω Z This makes it possible to provide the user with appropriate lure behavior information (such as jigging information).

[0073] The rotational movement information also includes information on the time intervals associated with intermittent rotational movements (such as jerking), which also makes it possible to provide appropriate lure behavior information (such as jigging information) to the user.

[0074] The rotational movement information also includes information on the movement distance of the fishing tackle retrieved by one intermittent operation (such as the "amount of fishing tackle retrieved"). This also makes it possible to provide the user with appropriate luring behavior information (such as jigging information).

[0075] The information on the rotational movement is a predetermined rotational direction (indicated by an arrow Ω) of the reference body (such as the fishing reel 104 or the reel body 1A) that is to undergo the rotational movement. X This also makes it possible to provide the user with appropriate lure behavior information (jigging information, etc.).

[0076] The information processing device 106 also includes a storage unit (such as the storage unit 179) that stores time-series information related to the movement of a reference body (such as the fishing reel 104 or the reel body 1A) and a display unit (such as the display unit 176) that plays back past information about the reference body based on the time-series information related to the movement of the reference body (such as the fishing reel 104 or the reel body 1A). This allows the information processing device 106 to perform a playback function. This playback function allows the user to recognize past lure behavior information (such as jigging information). The user can then view the lure behavior information reproduced on the display unit 168 and practice it after returning home, for example. These features also allow the user to improve their lure behavior operations (such as jigging operations).

[0077] For example, by providing the information processing device 106 with a function that allows a graph of jigging information during practice to be superimposed on the reproduced display content (such as the angular velocity graph 204 or the acceleration graph 206), it becomes possible to provide even more useful information. The jigging information that is created later and superimposed does not have to be the user's own information, but may be jigging information of another person. In other words, by superimposing and displaying relatively old information and relatively new information, it becomes possible to provide even more useful information.

[0078] The information processing device 106 of this embodiment also includes a catch record display control means (such as the catch record display control means 178) that displays a catch record mark (such as the catch record mark 194). This also makes it possible to provide the user with appropriate lure behavior information (such as jigging information). Furthermore, by providing the user with information on when a catch is actually obtained, it becomes possible to provide the user with lure behavior information that can specifically expect a catch.

[0079] The fishing reel 104 according to this embodiment also includes reel tilt information detection means (such as the reel tilt information detection means 122) that can detect reel tilt information, which is information about the tilt of the reel body (such as the reel body 1A), and transmission means (such as the transmission means 130) that transmits the reel tilt information to an information processing device (such as the information processing device 106).The information processing device calculates lure action information (such as jigging information), which is information about lure action (such as jigging), based on the reel tilt information, and displays the lure action information.As a result, the reel tilt information necessary for displaying the lure action information (such as jigging information) on the information processing device is transmitted from the fishing reel 104 to the information processing device.

[0080] Furthermore, the program according to this embodiment can cause a computer (such as the CPU 162) of an information processing device (such as the information processing device 106) to perform reel tilt information acquisition processing (processing of acquiring reel tilt information by the reel tilt information acquisition means 172, such as acquisition of information in S3 of FIG. 7) that can acquire reel tilt information that is tilt information of the reel body (such as the reel body 1A), calculation processing (processing of calculation by the calculation means 174, such as S4 of FIG. 7) that calculates luring action information (such as jigging information) that is information about luring action (such as jigging) from the reel tilt information, and display processing (processing of displaying by the display means 176, such as S6 of FIG. 7) that performs a predetermined display based on the luring action information.

[0081] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments and can be practiced in various modified forms without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention.

[0082] <Additional Functions of the Fishing Information System 100> <<Display of Water Depth Graph>> In the above embodiment, the display of the water depth graph 210 (FIGS. 10 and 11) has been described. However, the fishing information system 100 is not limited to the water depth graph 210, and can also display a water depth graph 224, such as the example shown in FIG. 12.

[0083] In the example of Fig. 12, a water depth graph 224 is displayed on the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106. The display content in the example of Fig. 12 differs from the display content on the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106 in the examples of Fig. 10 and Fig. 11, but the water depth graph 210 in the examples of Fig. 10 and Fig. 11 can be replaced with the water depth graph 224 in the example of Fig. 12.

[0084] The water depth graph 224 will be described in detail later, but it is also possible to display a water depth graph similar to the example in Figure 12 (or a simplified version) on the display unit 54 of the fishing reel 104. The water depth graph 224 of the information processing device 106 and the water depth graph (not shown) of the fishing reel 104 can be displayed simultaneously or at different times on the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106 and the display unit 54 of the fishing reel 104. Note that the water depth graph 224 of the information processing device 106 will be described below, and a description of the water depth graph of the fishing reel 104 will be omitted where appropriate.

[0085] The horizontal axis of the water depth graph 224 represents time, and the vertical axis represents water depth. The water depth graph 224 displays a curve 226 that shows the relationship between the progression of time and the position of the tackle (here, the tackle 105 shown in Figures 1 and 5). The water depth graph 224 can be created by reflecting line length information (information on the length of line being let out from the fishing reel 104) obtained from the fishing reel 104, etc. In the water depth graph 224, the water depth becomes deeper (larger) as it goes down the vertical axis.

[0086] The water depth graph 224 is created in the information processing device 106 based on the line length information and time (hour) information (time information) transmitted from the fishing reel 104. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the information for the water depth graph 224 may be created in the fishing reel 104, and the created information for the water depth graph 224 may be transmitted from the fishing reel 104 to the information processing device 106.

[0087] In the example of Fig. 12, the vertical axis is displayed with evenly spaced scale marks from left to right, ranging from one minute ago to the present. Furthermore, in the example of Fig. 12, one minute on the horizontal axis is represented by nine scale marks (nine squares), and one scale mark (one square) represents approximately 6.7 (≈60 / 9) seconds.

[0088] The vertical axis displays evenly spaced scale marks from top to bottom in the range (range) of 0.0 m to over 1.8 m. In the example of FIG. 12, curve 226 (shown in bold) indicates a water depth of 0 from the current point on the right edge to approximately one scale mark from the current point (approximately 10 seconds ago (past) from the current point). After that, curve 226 suddenly drops to a water depth of approximately 1.8 m. In the example of FIG. 12, the water depth reaches approximately 1.8 m in approximately 7 to 9 seconds (a little more than one scale mark). The examples of FIGS. 12 to 18 show examples of displays related to a fishing trip at that time in real-time mode. The display in real-time mode is indicated by the word "LIVE" at the top of display unit 168.

[0089] FIG. 13 shows a water depth graph 224 for a period following that of FIG. 12. In the example of FIG. 13, the range on the horizontal axis is from one minute ago to the present, as in the example of FIG. 12. The range on the vertical axis is longer than in the example of FIG. 12, from 0.0 m to over 12.0 m. This change in range on the vertical axis is automatic as the water depth increases. In the example of FIG. 13, the water depth decreases linearly to 12.0 m. Then, at about 4 divisions (approximately 27 (≒ 6.7 seconds x 4 divisions) seconds), the water depth reaches approximately 12.0 m.

[0090] Figure 14 shows a water depth graph 224 for a period following that of Figure 13. In the example of Figure 14, the range on the horizontal axis is from one minute ago to the present, as in the example of Figure 13. The range on the vertical axis is also from 0.0 m to over 12.0 m, as in the example of Figure 13. In the example of Figure 14, the water depth has been repeatedly changing between approximately 12.0 m and approximately 10.0 m since approximately 27 seconds ago (6.7 x just over four divisions).

[0091] Figure 15 shows a water depth graph 224 for a period following that of Figure 14. In the example of Figure 15, the horizontal and vertical ranges are the same as in the example of Figure 14. The water depth repeatedly varies between approximately 12.0 m and approximately 10.0 m, as in the example of Figure 14.

[0092] FIG. 16 shows the water depth graph 224 for the period following that of FIG. 15. In the example of FIG. 16, the range on the horizontal axis changes from two minutes ago to the present. This change in the range on the horizontal axis occurs automatically over time. The range on the vertical axis, like the example of FIG. 15, is from 0.0 m to over 12.0 m. In the example of FIG. 16, the water depth rose from approximately 12.0 m to approximately 4.0 m approximately 14 seconds ago (6.7 x approximately 2 divisions), and then fell from approximately 4.0 m to approximately 12.0 m.

[0093] FIG. 17 shows a water depth graph 224 for a period following that of FIG. 16. In the example of FIG. 17, the range on the horizontal axis is from 2 minutes ago to the present, as in the example of FIG. 16. The range on the vertical axis changes from 0.0 m to over 18.0 m. This change in range on the vertical axis is automatic as the water depth increases, as in the example of FIG. 13. In the example of FIG. 17, the water depth has decreased from approximately 4.0 m to approximately 18.0 m since approximately 14 seconds ago (6.7 x approximately 2 divisions).

[0094] Furthermore, in the example of Figure 17, at a depth of approximately 18.0 m, a fish has taken the tackle (the fish has hit), and a fighting mark 227, which resembles three fish swimming in a circle, is displayed on the water depth graph 224. The fighting mark 227 represents the three fish as viewed from above. Note that in the example of Figure 17, after the fish has hit at a depth of 18.0 m, the water depth remains at a substantially constant value (approximately 18.0 m in this case).

[0095] Figure 18 shows a water depth graph 224 for a period following that of Figure 17. In the example of Figure 18, the ranges on the horizontal axis and the vertical axis are the same as those in the example of Figure 17. In the example of Figure 18, the current water depth has risen to approximately 12.0 m. In addition, a fishing record mark 228 is displayed on the water depth graph 224. This fishing record mark 228 can be the same as the fishing record mark 194 (Figure 8) described above. The fishing record mark 228 will be described later.

[0096] The water depth graph 224 may always be displayed at a constant size. Furthermore, the water depth graph 224 may be switched to another display, enlarged or reduced, erased, or slid in response to a change in the display content on the display unit 168. In the examples of FIGS. 12 to 18 , when the user flicks the touch panel of the display unit 168 by sliding their finger from the top of the screen to the bottom, the displayed content moves downward. Furthermore, when the user flicks left or right on the display unit 168, the displayed content may move leftward (or rightward).

[0097] Furthermore, a supplementary function can be provided for displaying the water depth graph 224. For example, if the reception of water depth information from the fishing reel 104 is interrupted for several seconds or several tens of seconds and a continuous curve 226 of the water depth graph 224 cannot be displayed as is, the supplementary function automatically supplements the interrupted portion. As a supplementary method, various general methods can be used, such as connecting the data with a straight line, connecting the data with a curve, or storing the data using a statistical method such as a moving average.

[0098] As explained above, by displaying the water depth graph 224, it is possible to provide the user with information related to water depth in an easy-to-understand manner. Furthermore, by displaying the water depth graph 224 together with water depth information (line length information) or by switching it to the water depth information, it is possible to provide the user with detailed information related to water depth. Furthermore, by displaying the water depth graph 224 together with corrected line length information or by switching it to the corrected line length information, it is possible to provide the user with detailed information related to water depth.

[0099] In addition, in the water depth graph 224, the water depth increases as you go down the vertical axis, so it is possible to provide the user with water depth information that is close to the actual water depth, and it is possible to provide the user with water depth information in a format that is easy for the user to intuitively grasp.

[0100] <<Additional Information Regarding Fishing Record Display>> The fishing record mark 228 described above is used to display the fishing record (fishing record display). A figure with a fish motif (an icon with a fish motif) is used as the fishing record mark 228. In the example of FIG. 18 , the fishing record mark 228 is displayed superimposed on the curve 226 of the water depth graph 224. The position of the fishing record mark 228 is stored in association with (linked to) coordinates in the water depth graph 224 (coordinate values ​​on the time axis and coordinate values ​​on the water depth axis at that time), and is saved in storage means (such as the storage unit 164) of the information processing device 106.

[0101] The catch record mark 228 indicates the time (timing) when the fish was caught, and as time passes, it moves from right to left (from the side closer to the present to the side closer to the past) while remaining superimposed on the waveform (curve 226). The operation for displaying the catch record mark 228 will be described later.

[0102] As explained above, by displaying the fishing result information (fishing result mark 228) indicating the fishing result alongside the water depth graph 224, it is possible to provide the user with information on the fishing result in an easy-to-understand format.

[0103] <<Display of Water Depth and Dotera Water Depth>> In the examples of Figures 12 to 18, the words "Water Depth and Dotera Water Depth" are displayed, and below that, the water depth is displayed numerically and the corrected line length is displayed. The displayed corrected line length information takes into account the influence (speed, direction, etc.) of the fishing line 103 (Figure 1) on the current and wind (so-called "dotera," "dotera drifting," and "diagonal pulling"). In other words, during actual fishing, the fishing line 103 is influenced by the current and wind, and is not directly below the tip of the fishing rod 102, but rather is unwound at an angle from the tip. For this reason, even if line length information calculated from the amount of rotation of the spool 7 is displayed on the display unit 54, 168 as water depth information and provided to the user, the tackle 105 attached to the fishing line 103 may reach a depth shallower than the water depth information provided to the user.

[0104] In contrast, the corrected line length information of this embodiment is corrected using the following correction formula (Equation (1)): a = b × cos θ (1) In the correction formula, "b" is the line length information (actual measurement value, = H1), and "a" is the corrected line length information (corrected value). The relationship between line length information "b" and corrected line length information "a" is b > a. "θ" is the angle of the fishing line 103 relative to the vertical direction (the direction in which gravity acts).

[0105] For example, in the example of Fig. 12, "1.8m" is displayed as the water depth display, and "1.5m", "1.2m", and "0.9m" are displayed as the corrected line length display for angles of "30°", "45°", and "60°", respectively. Note that with regard to the display of water depth and corrected line length, a range may be provided for the values ​​of the angle and corrected line length information.

[0106] As described above, by displaying the water depth and dotera water depth, detailed information regarding the water depth can be provided to the user.

[0107] 12 to 18, the words "reeling speed" are displayed below the water depth graph 224, and a graph 242 is displayed below that. The graph 242 is a 100% stacked bar graph. The "reeling speed" is the speed at which the fishing line is reeled in by the fishing reel 104, and is also referred to as the "winding speed."

[0108] The "reeling speed" graph 242 shows the ratio of the reeling speed used by the fishing reel 104 (speed usage ratio for reeling) during the period indicated by the horizontal axis of the water depth graph 224 (one minute in the example of FIG. 12). In the examples of FIGS. 12 and 13, the line (rig) is only falling. Even in such a case, the "reeling speed" graph 242 displays the text "100%." ​​However, this is not limiting, and for example, in a situation where the line (rig) is only falling, the text may display "0%."

[0109] 12 to 18, scrolling the display unit 168 downward (moving to the display content below) displays a "fall speed" graph 244, as will be shown with reference to Fig. 22, which will be described later. In the situation shown in the examples of Fig. 12 and Fig. 13, it is possible to display "100%" on the "fall speed" graph 244.

[0110] In the example of Figure 14, the curve 226 in the water depth graph 224 alternates between reeling in and dropping between depths of approximately 12.0 m and 10.0 m. The water depth decreases (becomes shallower) when reeling in, and increases (becomes deeper) when dropping. Even in this case, if the reeling speed is constant, the "reeling speed" graph 242 will display "100%."

[0111] In the example of FIG. 15, the "winding speed" graph 242 shows "90%, "6%, and "4%". This indicates that the "winding speed" was not constant, but that the line was wound at a plurality of speeds. Specifically, in the example of FIG. 15, the usage ratio of a winding speed equivalent to that of the example of FIG. 14 (referred to here as winding speed A) is "90%". Furthermore, the usage ratios of winding speeds different from winding speed A (referred to here as winding speeds B and C) are "6%" and "4%, respectively. Winding speed B and winding speed C are also different from each other.

[0112] In the "winding speed" graph 242, the areas corresponding to winding speeds A to C are displayed in different colors. In the example of FIG. 15 (and FIGS. 16 to 18), the differences in the colors assigned to winding speeds A to C are indicated by the presence or absence of shading or by the amount of shading. This is also true for the "drop speed" graph 274, which uses FIG. 22.

[0113] 16 and 17, the "winding speed" graph 242 shows "59%, "38%, and "3%." This indicates that the usage rates of winding speeds A to C are "59%, "38%, and "3%, respectively."

[0114] In the example of Fig. 18, the "winding speed" graph 242 shows "50%, "48%, and "2%." This indicates that the usage rates of winding speeds A to C are "50%, "48%, and "2%," respectively.

[0115] As described above, by displaying the winding speed (displaying the speed usage ratio related to winding), the user can understand the ratio of the speed range that he or she used.

[0116] <<Diversifying Information Using Color Differences>> The water depth graph 224 can be displayed in one color or multiple colors. When displayed in one color, for example, the display unit 168 can display a white grid on a black background, with a white curve indicating water depth displayed on the grid. It is also possible to partially change the color of the curve 266, as shown in FIG. 19 . FIG. 19 shows an enlarged view of the area circled C in the water depth graph 224 of FIG. 18 . In the example of FIG. 19 , a left portion 226A of the curve 226 is displayed in white, and a right portion 226B is displayed in red (the red color is indicated by hatching).

[0117] The curve 226 of the water depth graph 224 indicates different information by using different colors. The different colors can be set depending on the content of the fishing trip. For example, the clutch-on period of the fishing reel 104 can be displayed in white, and the clutch-off period can be displayed in red. Also, the period when the line is being paid out while a drag force is being applied (the period when the drag is applied) can be displayed in blue. The drag force is applied using the drag adjustment knob (star drag) 22 of the fishing reel 104.

[0118] As explained above, by using different colors to indicate different information on the water depth graph, it is possible to add multiple functions to the water depth graph 224. This allows the water depth graph 224 to be used more effectively.

[0119] <<Combination with GPS Information>> The water depth graph 224 can be displayed in combination with GPS (Global Positioning System, Global Positioning Satellite) information. In this case, the fishing reel 104 and the information processing device 106 are equipped with a GPS function. FIG. 20 shows an example of an embodiment in which the water depth graph 224 is combined with GPS information. In the example of FIG. 20, a map 252 is displayed in the upper section, and the water depth graph 224 is displayed in the lower section. The map 252 displays land 254 and sea 256. In the example of FIG. 20, the land 254 and sea 256 are distinguished from each other by shading the sea 256.

[0120] Elliptical fishing location marks 256A-256C are shown on the map 252. The fishing location marks 256A-256C indicate locations to which the user traveled by boat. In the example of FIG. 20, the user travels across the ocean in the order of the fishing location marks 256A-256C and fishes at each location. The location information (latitude, longitude, etc.) corresponding to the fishing location marks 256A-256C is generated using GPS information. The GPS information is information obtained from outside the fishing information system 100 (information outside the fishing information system).

[0121] In the water depth graph 224 in Figure 20, a catch at a depth of 18.0 m is indicated by a catch record mark 228. The water depth graph 224 in the example of Figure 20 shows information stored at the time a catch was made, for example, at the position of fishing trip location mark 256C. The location information in the example of Figure 20 (shown by fishing trip location marks 256A-256C) and the information in the water depth graph 224 are a type of log information described above.

[0122] It is possible to switch the range of the vertical axis and the range of the horizontal axis of the water depth graph 224. The range can be switched by, for example, the user pinching out (to enlarge the display) or pinching in (to reduce the display) on the screen of the display unit 168.

[0123] Furthermore, the water depth graph 224 can be switched to a water depth graph at the position of the fishing location mark 256A or the fishing location mark 256B. In this case, for example, by the user tapping on the fishing location mark 256A on the map 252, a water depth graph for a predetermined period (e.g., one minute or more) at the position of the fishing location mark 256A can be displayed. Also, by the user tapping on the fishing location mark 256B on the map 252, a water depth graph for a predetermined period (e.g., one minute or more) at the position of the fishing location mark 256B can be displayed.

[0124] As explained above, by displaying the water depth graph in combination with GPS information, it is possible to provide the water depth graph 224 with multiple functions, thereby enabling the water depth graph 224 to be used more effectively.

[0125] <<Sharing Other People's Fishing Trip Information>> It is conceivable to add a function to share other people's fishing trip information (other people's fishing trip information) to the fishing information providing system 100. Other people are anglers who can serve as models or references for fishing trips for users of the fishing reel 104 or the information processing device 106. It is conceivable to display such other people's fishing trip information together with the water depth graph 224 or by switching to the water depth graph so that the user can utilize it.

[0126] The fishing trip information of other people can be displayed on the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106. However, without being limited to this, for example, the fishing trip information of other people can also be displayed on the display unit 54 of the fishing reel 104. Furthermore, for example, the fishing trip information of other people can also be displayed on the fishing reel 104 alone.

[0127] In order to provide the user with other people's fishing trip information, the information processing device 106 includes a other people's fishing trip information receiving means 262, a other people's fishing trip information storage means 264, etc., as shown in Fig. 21. The other people's fishing trip information receiving means 262 receives other people's fishing trip information, which is information obtained from other people's fishing trips. The other people's fishing trip information storage means 264 stores the other people's fishing trip information.

[0128] The other person's fishing information receiving means 262 and the other person's fishing information storage means 264 are functional configurations (functional means), and these functions are executed using the communication unit 166 and storage unit 164 of the information processing device 106 shown in Figure 1.

[0129] The fishing trip information of other people (other people's fishing trip information) includes other people's corrected line length information (dotera water depth information) obtained by correcting other people's line length information, which is information about the line length let out from other people's fishing reels 304, for each predetermined angle of the line. Furthermore, the other people's corrected line length information is obtained using trigonometric functions.

[0130] The other person's corrected line length information is information relating to water depth for other people's fishing trips, taking into account drift fishing. The other person's line length information and the other person's corrected line length information can be obtained or created from other people's fishing reels 304, just as the user's line length information and corrected line length information are obtained or created from the user's fishing reel 104.

[0131] In addition, this other person's fishing information can be stored in a server (such as the server 140 shown in FIG. 9) and provided to the user. Furthermore, other person's fishing information can also be created by a server (such as the server 140 shown in FIG. 9).

[0132] Furthermore, the fishing trip information of other users may include various types of fishing trip information related to other users. Examples of the fishing trip information related to other users include the relationship between water depth and time, reeling speed, and fall speed. The reeling speed is the speed at which the fishing line is reeled in, similar to the user's fishing trip, and is also referred to as the "retrieving speed." The fall speed is the speed at which the fishing line is released, and is also referred to as the "fall speed." Furthermore, the sharing of other users' fishing trip information may be performed in real time. Furthermore, the sharing of other users' fishing trip information may be performed using past log information.

[0133] The other person's fishing information receiving means 262 and the other person's fishing information storage means 264 may also be provided in the user's fishing reel 104 (FIG. 1, etc.).

[0134] As described above, by sharing fishing trip information of other people, it is possible to provide more diverse information to users.

[0135] <<Display Mode of Log Information>> Figure 22 shows an example of the display of log information. In the example of Figure 22, a last update date and time display 270, a reeling speed graph 272, a fall speed graph 274, a hit marker time display 278, an add button 280, a delete button 281, and a water depth graph 282 are displayed, in this order from top to bottom. The display of this log information is initiated when the user operates a "My History" button 284 located in the lower left of the display unit 168. In the example of Figure 22, the fact that the "My History" button 284 is operated is indicated by the shading on the button 284.

[0136] Furthermore, by scrolling the display unit 168 downward, it is possible to display content below the water depth graph 282, as shown in Fig. 23. In the example of Fig. 23, the shape of the curve 226 in the water depth graph 282 is different from that in the example of Fig. 23. Also in the example of Fig. 23, time range buttons 286 to 289, selecting "10 seconds," "1 minute," "10 minutes," and "60 minutes," are displayed below the water depth graph 282. Furthermore, below the time range buttons 286 to 289, a history (log information) of the user's luring behavior (jigging) is displayed.

[0137] Here, a brief explanation of jigging action detection will be provided. The fishing reel 104 is equipped with a function for detecting (sensing) various actions (jigging actions) performed by a user when jigging. The jigging actions referred to here include the so-called jerking action and the hooking action. The jigging actions include various actions in various jigging activities. Although jigging is used as an example here, the present invention can also be applied to fishing methods other than jigging (luring actions other than jigging actions). Examples of fishing methods other than jigging include any action (other than jigging actions) that displaces the fishing rod 102 or the fishing reel 104. Specifically, any fishing action, such as casting, lure fishing, red snapper fishing, horse mackerel fishing, rockfish fishing, etc., can be targeted for action detection. Furthermore, any fishing action that involves luring actions (such as those performed using artificial baits such as jigs or lures) can also be targeted. The term "jigging" in this specification can be replaced with terms such as "luring behavior," "induced displacement," or "induced displacement behavior" when used as a broader concept.

[0138] Various jigging actions can be detected using sensors based on the behavior of the fishing reel 104. Jigging actions can be detected by arranging various sensors, such as an acceleration sensor, an angular velocity sensor, a tension sensor, a rotation detection sensor, etc., at appropriate locations inside or outside the fishing reel 104. For example, a tension sensor attached to the fishing rod 102 can also detect part of the jigging action. Note that the "jigging action" can also be referred to as, for example, a "jigging operation."

[0139] 23, as an example of jigging operation, a lift level detection waveform (lift level waveform 302) and a swing level detection waveform (swing level waveform 308) are displayed with the time axes aligned vertically. The lift level is the amount of movement that lifts the fishing reel 104 or the like upward, and the swing level is the amount of movement that swings the fishing reel 104 or the like from side to side.

[0140] Furthermore, in the example of FIG. 23 , two time bars 306 a and 306 b are displayed on the left and right. These time bars 306 a and 306 b are used to set a range for tracing back the diagnostic results related to the jigging diagnosis (here, the lift level waveform 302 and the swing level waveform 308). If the interval between the time bars 306 a and 306 b is set to, for example, 30 seconds, the jigging diagnosis results related to these 30 seconds are displayed. The interval between the time bars 306 a and 306 b can be changed by the user dragging them left and right. Furthermore, the maximum interval (maximum time that can be traced back) that the user can set for the time bars 306 a and 306 b can be set to approximately five minutes to several tens of minutes.

[0141] As explained above, by sharing jigging information, it is possible to effectively utilize log information. Furthermore, it is possible to provide information that helps users improve their luring behavior.

[0142] <<Diversification of "Predetermined Displays" Related to Inviting Behavior Information>> The "predetermined displays" based on inviting behavior information can be graphics created by predicting movements based on the acquired information. Specifically, for example, information on the user's operation of the fishing rod 102 or the fishing reel 104 (operation information) is determined to be closest to one of multiple pre-prepared movement patterns (e.g., movement patterns 1 to 3), and a graphic corresponding to the determined movement pattern is displayed. Then, for example, a text display (and / or audio output) such as "Your jerking motion is close to pattern 2. Pattern 2 is the following movement" is displayed.

[0143] It is also conceivable to use a display means that synchronizes the water depth graph with the "predetermined display." Furthermore, it is conceivable to perform the "predetermined display" based on information on solicitation behavior over a predetermined period of time. The display examples in Figures 22 and 23 show examples of these "predetermined displays." Furthermore, the "predetermined display" may include, for example, the display of an avatar representing the user's alter ego.

[0144] <<Operation for Displaying Catch Record>> The operation for displaying the catch record mark 228 can be performed in various manners. For example, the user can display the catch record mark 228 on the display unit 168 by operating an operating means provided on the fishing reel 104. The operating button 121 provided on the control case 52 of the fishing reel 104 can be used as the operating means.

[0145] Although not shown in the drawings, the operation modes of the operation buttons 121 can be a short press (short press) of a predetermined operation button 121 for a short time (such as less than one second) or a long press (long press) of a predetermined operation button 121 for a long time (one second or more). It is also possible to use a predetermined combination of multiple operation buttons 121. As a predetermined combination of multiple operation buttons 121, for example, it is possible to use an operation of one operation button 121 followed by an operation of another operation button 121.

[0146] As explained above, the user can operate the operating means (such as the operating button 121) provided on the fishing reel to display the fishing result information on the display means (such as the display unit 54), thereby making it possible to display the fishing result mark 228 with an operation that is easy for the user to understand.

[0147] As another operation mode for displaying the catch record mark 228, for example, the user can operate an operation means provided in the information processing device 106 to cause the catch record mark 228 to be displayed on the display unit 168. As the operation means here, for example, the operation button 312 on the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106 shown in FIGS.

[0148] 12 to 18, a fish mark and the words "hit marker" are displayed on the operation button 312. When the user taps the operation button 312, a catch record mark 228 is superimposed on the curve 228 of the water depth graph 224 at that timing, as shown in an example in Fig. 18. It is also possible for the user to shake the information processing device 106 while operating (tapping, etc.) the operation button 312, thereby causing the catch record mark 228 to be displayed.

[0149] As described above, the user can operate the operation means (such as the operation button 312) provided on the information processing device 106 to display the fishing result information on the display means (such as the display unit 168), thereby making it possible to display the fishing result mark 228 with an operation that is easy for the user to understand.

[0150] Another possible operation for displaying the catch record mark 228 is, for example, voice recognition. In this case, for example, a voice recognition function provided in the information processing device 106 is used. The user turns on the voice recognition device of the information processing device 106 and inputs a voice message such as "I caught a fish" through the microphone of the information processing device 106. As a result, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 , the catch record mark 228 is superimposed on the curve 228 of the water depth graph 224 at that timing.

[0151] As described above, by displaying the fishing result information on a display means (such as the display unit 168) using voice recognition, the fishing result mark 228 can be easily displayed for the user.

[0152] Furthermore, the fishing result mark 228 can be reproduced (redisplayed) based on past log information. In this case, the user sets the time by operating the menu for each time (hour, minute, and second time menu) in the time display column of the "hit marker." Furthermore, the user operates the add button 280 shown in FIG. 22 to activate the log information reproduction function provided in the information processing device 106. As a result, the water depth graph 224 with the fishing result mark 228 is reproduced and displayed, as shown in FIG. 22.

[0153] Furthermore, the fishing result mark 228 can be deleted once it has been displayed on the water depth graph 224. In this case, the user operates the delete button 281 shown in FIG.

[0154] As described above, by making it possible to at least either reproduce or delete the fishing result information, it becomes possible for the user to easily manage the fishing result information.

[0155] <<Display of tackle usage rate>> For example, the display unit 168 of the information processing device 106 can display the tackle usage rate of the user. A fishing reel can be used as the "tackle." Generally, a user owns multiple tackles and may use different tackles depending on the type of fish they are targeting, the conditions of the fishing trip, etc. It has been reported that users would like to know the extent to which their tackles are being used. For this reason, it is effective to provide users with information that allows them to know the tackle usage rate.

[0156] Figure 24 shows an example of a tackle usage rate display. In the example of Figure 24, the usage rates of six types of tackle A to F are shown in a pie chart. The usage rates of tackle A to F are shown clockwise in descending order of usage rate. Although not shown, this type of tackle usage rate display can be displayed within the display unit 168 together with a water depth graph (such as the water depth graph 224) or other displays.

[0157] Such tackle usage rates are displayed by storing usage rate information for a plurality of fishing reels in the information processing device 106 and displaying the stored information on the display unit 168 .

[0158] As described above, by storing usage rate information relating to information on a plurality of fishing reels and displaying it on a display means, it is possible to provide the user with information relating to tackle usage rates.

[0159] 1A: Reel body 58: Sensor unit 100: Fishing information providing system 102: Fishing rod 103: Fishing line 104: Fishing reel 106: Information processing device 122: Reel tilt information detecting means 130: Transmission means 150: Server 162: CPU 172: Reel tilt information acquiring means 174: Calculation means 176: Display means 178: Fishing result display control means 179: Storage means 180: Transmission means 194: Fishing result mark 224: Water depth graph 228: Fishing result mark 252: Map 256A-256C: Fishing location mark

Claims

1. An information processing device comprising: a reel tilt information acquisition means capable of acquiring reel tilt information, which is tilt information of a reel body; a calculation means for calculating invitation action information, which is information relating to an invitation action, from the reel tilt information; and a display means for performing a predetermined display based on the invitation action information.

2. The information processing device according to claim 1, wherein the predetermined display is a display including information on translational movement and rotational movement of a reference body.

3. The information processing device according to claim 2, wherein the information on the rotational movement includes information on a time interval related to an intermittent operation that is an intermittent rotational movement.

4. An information processing device according to claim 3, wherein the information on the rotational movement includes information on the movement distance of the device retrieved by one intermittent operation.

5. An information processing device according to claim 2, wherein the information on the rotational movement includes information on movement in a predetermined rotational direction related to a reference body that performs the rotational movement.

6. An information processing device according to claim 2, comprising: a storage means for storing time-series information relating to the movement of said reference body; and a display means for reproducing past information of the reference body based on said time-series information.

7. An information processing device according to any one of claims 2 to 6, further comprising a fishing result display control means for displaying a fishing result mark.

8. A fishing reel comprising: a reel tilt information detection means capable of detecting reel tilt information, which is tilt information of a reel body; and a transmission means for transmitting the reel tilt information to an information processing device, wherein the information processing device calculates luring action information, which is information regarding luring action, based on the reel tilt information, and displays the luring action information.

9. A program capable of causing a computer of an information processing device to perform a reel tilt information acquisition process capable of acquiring reel tilt information, which is tilt information of the reel body, a calculation process for calculating invitation action information, which is information regarding an invitation action, from the reel tilt information, and a display process for performing a predetermined display based on the invitation action information.

10. An information processing device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the display means is capable of displaying a water depth graph, the water depth graph indicating time on the horizontal axis and the water depth at which the fishing line was let out on the vertical axis.

11. The information processing device according to claim 10, wherein the vertical axis indicates that the water depth increases from top to bottom.

12. The information processing device according to claim 10, wherein fishing result information indicating fishing results is displayed together with the water depth graph.

13. The information processing device according to claim 10, wherein the color of the lines of the water depth graph can be partially changed.

14. The information processing device according to claim 10, capable of displaying the water depth graph together with GPS information.

15. An information processing device as described in claim 1 or 2, comprising: a third party's fishing information receiving means for receiving third party's fishing information, which is information obtained from other people's fishing trips; and a third party's fishing information storage means for storing the third party's fishing information, wherein the third party's fishing information includes third party's inviting behavior information, which is information regarding the inviting behavior of the other person.

16. An information processing device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the predetermined display is a graphic created by predicting an action based on the acquired information.

17. An information processing device according to claim 10, capable of displaying said water depth graph and said predetermined display in synchronization with each other on said display means.

18. An information processing device according to claim 1 or 2, capable of performing the specified display based on the invitation behavior information for a specified period of time.

19. The information processing device according to claim 12, wherein the fishing result information is displayed on the display means by a user operating an operating means provided on the fishing reel.

20. An information processing device according to claim 12, wherein the fishing result information is displayed on the display means by a user operating an operating means provided on the information processing device.

21. The information processing device according to claim 12, wherein the fishing result information is displayed on the display means by voice recognition.

22. The information processing device according to claim 12, wherein the fishing result information can be at least one of reproduced and deleted.

23. An information processing device according to claim 1 or 2, capable of storing usage rate information relating to information on a plurality of fishing reels and displaying the information on the display means.

24. A fishing reel as claimed in claim 8, capable of displaying a water depth graph, said water depth graph showing time on the horizontal axis and the water depth at which the fishing line is let out on the vertical axis.

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