Imaging Device Recording Control via Self-Service Intermediary
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional video camera systems require users to operate a personal computer to transfer and record imaging data to a DVD, which can be complex and prone to user errors, especially for those not familiar with computer operations.
Innovation Solution
An imaging device and recording control system that allows users to control the recording process using an input means on the imaging device, enabling communication with a recording device to execute necessary applications for data transfer and recording, with controlled state monitoring to prevent errors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the user operates the personal computer to transfer imaging data to DVD, then the data copy operation can be completed, but the operation complexity increases and usability decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The video camera system automatically performs the DVD creation operation without requiring user intervention on the personal computer. The control section on the video camera side autonomously manages the imaging data transfer and recording process, making the system self-sufficient and eliminating the need for users to operate the personal computer for this function.
Solution Approach 2:
The control section on the video camera side acts as an intermediary between the imaging device and the personal computer. It monitors the controlled state of the personal computer and manages the communication protocol, shielding the user from the complexity of direct PC operation while enabling automated data transfer to DVD.
2Reliability
If the user manually controls the recording process, then control precision is maintained, but the risk of erroneous operations increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control section continuously monitors the controlled state of the personal computer during the DVD creation process. This feedback mechanism allows the system to detect when the personal computer is ready and automatically initiate or terminate the imaging data transfer at appropriate moments, preventing erroneous operations while maintaining simple user interaction.
3Ease of operation
If the personal computer executes the DVD creation application, then the recording function is achieved, but the user cannot easily monitor the progress from the video camera
Solution Approach 1:
The control section on the video camera side serves as an intermediary that monitors the personal computer's controlled state and translates it into visible progress information. Users can observe the DVD creation progress through the video camera's display or interface, eliminating the need to directly monitor the personal computer screen and maintaining continuous visibility of operation status.
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AI summary
An imaging device and recording control system in which the usability is improved dramatically. The imaging device is configured to output imaging data that is obtained as a result of imaging of an object, and a recording control system. The imaging device includes a control unit that recognizes a controlled state of an external recording device when a communication is enabled with the recording device through a communication channel that conforms to a predetermined transmission method. An input unit allows the recording device to execute an application needed for a recording operation obtained by controlling the recording device. The recording device records the imaging data obtained through the communication channel when the application is executed.