Communication Apparatus Image-Based Connection Setup
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users unfamiliar with device operations face complexity when establishing a connection between digital cameras and smart devices via wireless communication, as they must search for and select SSIDs and input encryption keys, leading to potential mistakes and increased time.
Innovation Solution
A communication apparatus and method that reads predetermined information from a captured image of the external device to specify its type, presents an operation procedure for setting connection information, and connects with the device using the acquired information, simplifying the connection process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual SSID selection and encryption key input are required for wireless connection, then connection security is maintained, but user operation complexity increases and connection time is extended
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs automatic SSID selection and connection establishment without requiring manual user input. The communication apparatus autonomously searches for available networks, selects the target SSID, and completes the connection process, eliminating the need for users to manually enter encryption keys or select SSIDs.
Solution Approach 2:
The system pre-configures connection parameters and prepares connection information in advance. By storing and managing encryption keys and network credentials beforehand, the system can quickly establish connections without requiring users to input sensitive information during the connection process.
2Measurement precision
If manual SSID selection and encryption key input are required for wireless connection, then connection accuracy can be controlled, but connection time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically performs SSID selection and connection establishment, eliminating the time users would spend manually searching for networks and entering credentials. The automated process maintains accuracy through systematic network scanning and verification protocols.
Solution Approach 2:
Connection parameters including SSID and encryption keys are pre-configured and stored in the system. This allows the connection process to begin immediately without requiring users to input information during the actual connection attempt, significantly reducing connection time while maintaining accuracy.
3Reliability
If comprehensive connection settings are required, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system autonomously manages comprehensive connection settings including automatic SSID selection, encryption key management, and connection parameter configuration. Users simply need to provide basic information, and the system handles all complex setup procedures automatically.
Solution Approach 2:
The system pre-configures comprehensive connection parameters and stores encryption keys in advance. By preparing all necessary connection information before the actual connection attempt, the system ensures reliable connections without exposing users to complex settings and procedures.
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AI summary
A communication apparatus comprises a communication unit configured to communicate with an external apparatus, a first reading unit configured to read predetermined information for specifying a type of the external apparatus from a captured image of the external apparatus, a presenting unit configured to present an operation procedure for setting connection information, according to the type of the external apparatus specified using the predetermined information, a second reading unit configured to read connection information from a captured image of the external apparatus, based on a display appearance of connection information according to the external apparatus, and a control unit configured to connect with the external apparatus via the communication unit by using the connection information acquired by the second reading unit.