Dynamic Operation Member Role Switching for Imaging Device Interfaces
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing imaging devices operated via wireless communication with electronic devices face challenges in providing an appropriate user interface when the imaging device is mounted on an information processing device, as the use form differs whether the imaging operation is performed by the device at a distant position or when mounted on the processing device.
Innovation Solution
An information processing device with a control part that switches the role of operation members based on the relative positional relationship with the imaging device, displaying appropriate operation objects and allocating roles accordingly, and outputting notification information for role changes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the imaging device is operated by the electronic device utilizing wireless communication when mounted, then the operation can be performed conveniently, but the user interface becomes inappropriate and confusing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the operation member roles changeable based on the relative positional relationship between the imaging device and information processing device. The control part dynamically switches the function of operation members (e.g., switching between volume adjustment and shutter release) depending on whether the imaging device is mounted or remote, ensuring the interface adapts to the current usage scenario.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the functional parameter of operation members based on the mounting state. When the imaging device is mounted, the operation members are assigned roles suitable for close-proximity operation (e.g., shutter release, zoom control). When remote, the roles are reassigned to match distant operation needs, thereby adapting the system behavior to the spatial relationship.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the operation member roles are fixed, then the device behavior is predictable, but the interface becomes inappropriate for different use forms
Solution Approach 1:
The system transitions from static to dynamic operation member assignment. The control part monitors the relative positional relationship and automatically switches the roles of operation members based on whether the imaging device is mounted or remote, providing stability within each mode while adapting between modes.
Solution Approach 2:
The operation members are designed to serve multiple functions depending on the context. For example, a physical button can function as both a volume adjustment key when the imaging device is remote and as a shutter release when mounted, making the device versatile across different usage scenarios.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the imaging device is operated remotely, then wireless communication flexibility is achieved, but the user interface becomes inappropriate for mounted use
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts the operation member roles based on the operational mode. When the imaging device is mounted, the interface presents controls appropriate for close-proximity operation. When remote, it switches to controls suitable for distant operation, ensuring ease of operation in each context.
Solution Approach 2:
The functional parameters of the operation members are changed according to the spatial relationship. The control part detects whether the imaging device is mounted or remote and reassigns the roles of operation members accordingly, optimizing the user interface for the current operational flexibility level.
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AI summary
An appropriate user interface corresponding to use forms of the devices is provided.An imaging system includes an imaging device and an information processing device. The imaging device is connected to an information processing device by utilizing wireless communication so that imaging operation is controlled on a basis of an operational input performed in the information processing device. The information processing device performs control for switching a role of an operation member included in the information processing device on a basis of relative positional relationship with the imaging device.