WO2001008415A1 - Device for exchanging data by means of a radio network, preferably by means of a mobile telephone network - Google Patents

Device for exchanging data by means of a radio network, preferably by means of a mobile telephone network Download PDF

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WO2001008415A1
WO2001008415A1 PCT/CH2000/000404 CH0000404W WO0108415A1 WO 2001008415 A1 WO2001008415 A1 WO 2001008415A1 CH 0000404 W CH0000404 W CH 0000404W WO 0108415 A1 WO0108415 A1 WO 0108415A1
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  • Device for data exchange using a radio network preferably using a mobile telephone network
  • the invention relates to a device for data exchange by means of a radio network, preferably by means of a mobile telephone network, with a radio station for the transmission and / or " reception of data.
  • the present invention was based on the object of creating a device which, on the basis of existing or future means of communication technology, enables approximately live transmission of data from locations which are equipped with the device, such as known sights of all kinds
  • a column or the like is preferably arranged stationary, which is assigned at least one digital photo and / or video camera, which is connected to the radio station for data exchange, so that a user of the the photo and / or video camera can be recorded by one or more images and this at least one stored image can be transmitted from the telephone station via radio, preferably via the Internet, to a desired recipient, and / or that data can be received at the radio station
  • the column is installed at a location such that there is a sight, in particular in the background of the image to be taken, such as a known building, a typical landscape or the like
  • FIG. 1 and 1a each show a schematic perspective view of a device according to the invention
  • 2a and 2a show a schematic perspective illustration of a variant of a device
  • 2b and 2c show a partial front and side view of a module according to detail B of the device according to FIG. 2, and
  • FIG. 3 shows a flow diagram of the transmission according to the invention.
  • FIG. 1 and 1a show a device 10 for exchanging data by means of a radio network, preferably the mobile telephone network, with a radio station for data transmission and advantageously also with a receiving part by means of which data can be read as information or the like.
  • a radio network preferably the mobile telephone network
  • this device 10 has a stationary column 15, which is assigned a digital photo or video camera 11, which is connected to the radio station provided as a telephone station 12 for data exchange, so that a photo or video camera 11 is located in front of it the issuing user can be recorded by this camera through one or more images or through an image sequence and this at least one stored image can be transmitted by radio from the telephone station to the desired recipient, preferably via the Internet, and can be viewed by the latter immediately afterwards.
  • the device 10 with the column 15 is located at a location such that it is in particular in the background of the one to be recorded Image is a point of interest, such as a well-known building, a well-known landscape or the like.
  • This device 10 can therefore be placed very specifically at locations that are present, for example, as already existing vantage points of points of interest.
  • it could also be installed on a ship, such as a cruise ship, in a building, such as a museum or other exhibition building, or at an event.
  • the column 15 of this station has a variable height due to its two-part or multi-part construction, which can be set between 1, 0 and 2 meters.
  • the column 15 is firmly anchored in the ground and it stands in an upright position and has a plate-shaped protective cover 16 at the upper end and an antenna 18 standing thereon, which belongs to the telephone station.
  • solar cells 16 are advantageously provided for the power supply of the device, by means of which the entire energy requirement can be covered depending on the location.
  • An energy store 19 in the lower part of the column 15 serves to store the solar energy obtained. If necessary, the power supply can be supplemented or ensured with the appropriate cable connection via a power supply or by installing a battery module.
  • the digital photo and / or video camera 11 is arranged below the protective cover 16 and is aligned in such a way that a single image or an image sequence of at least one person standing at a predetermined position and the point of interest located behind it is made possible.
  • An operating panel of the telephone station 12 which is preferably arranged at a height such that a user standing in front of the column has this in front of him for convenient operation, has a keyboard 13, a display 14, a number.
  • tion device which is preferably formed on the basis of a credit card with an insertion slot 54, and an interface 40. This interface 40 is used for an additional connection of external digital communication means, for example a palm top, for data transfer on the basis of the radio station.
  • the column 15 can be pivoted through its two-part construction with its upper column part 15 'through an angle of, for example, 30 ° on both sides and adjusted in height.
  • the image to be generated can thus be adjusted as required and in a user-friendly manner and entirely according to the personal feeling of the user.
  • a computer unit 17 integrated in the column 15 is connected via lines 21 to the energy store 19 on the one hand and to the panel 12 and the camera 11 on the other hand.
  • the stored data are transmitted via a transmitter 22 and the antenna 18 via the radio network, for example via a mobile phone.
  • the transmission could be routed to the telephone network via a cable connection.
  • a printer unit 24 is also indicated, by means of which a printout of the transmitted single image and thus a confirmation of transmission and a receipt for the user could be created.
  • the computer unit 17 is advantageously designed such that data can also be stored in it and called up on the display.
  • This data can either be stored internally or saved via the radio network and called up on the display.
  • an instruction manual, a map of the area, general information about the sight could be saved internally and used by the user. be called up.
  • External data could be received from the Internet or SMS data or the like.
  • FIGS. 2 to 2c show another variant of a device 30 which in itself is constructed similarly to the device 10 explained in detail above. Only the differences are therefore explained below.
  • the cover 36 at the upper end of the column 35 is hood-shaped and bears the identifier 38 of the station, which is designed as a lighting element.
  • the upper area of the column in the contactor of the cover 36 is equipped with a module 37 in which most of the electronic elements of the device 30 are combined centrally.
  • FIG. 2b and FIG. 2c show the module 37 in detail, from which it can be seen that image data of a single image or an image sequence, taken by the optics 11 'of the photo or video camera 11 inserted into the column for protection, to the Computer unit 17 are passed on.
  • the radio transmitter 22 for example a cell phone
  • the antenna 18 Sent to the Internet this is done using a local internet provider integrated into the service, ideally the operator of the station.
  • the user can finally have the result acknowledged in the form of a printout 24 'of the image data.
  • FIG. 3 shows the sequence of the transmission of image data by the device 10 or 30 using a block diagram, this sequence functioning as follows: First of all, the user who approaches the device 10 is guided via the user guidance on the display 14 or, if appropriate, by means of information provided in writing or a computer-controlled acoustic aid 57, in which the language can preferably be selected. The user then enters the destination address of one e-mail recipient or the destination addresses of several recipients, using the keyboard 13 of the panel 12. The display 14 now shows the costs that the user can pay through the payment device 54, for example in the known way by a credit card.
  • the user can make a first, rough adjustment of the height and angle of the camera, which can be done by a finer adjustment of the image section on the camera itself by means of the operating elements 59, which preferably zoom in and out allow is completed.
  • the user selects the time until the trigger in a predetermined grid.
  • the trigger 50 of the digital photo camera which takes a single image, or the digital video camera, which takes a sequence of, for example, 5 seconds, occurs.
  • the user can view or listen to the result through a replay and repeat the procedure again if the recording is unsatisfactory.
  • the user presses the ok key 60 and thus triggers a brief saving as file 66.
  • the stored file 66 is now automatically sent to the set e-mail address of the recipient 68 or to the addresses of the recipients, where it can be called up immediately thereafter as image 55 '.
  • the Finally, the user receives a printout 24 'of the result from a printer 24 which may be present. The device is then free for a next use process
  • a radio network other than the mobile telephone network could also be provided as the radio network, for example a separate satellite radio network or the like
  • a microphone and a loudspeaker are advantageously integrated in the device, by means of which data can be transmitted and / or received as to ⁇ signals
  • the device could also be arranged on a mobile trolley. As a result, it could be brought back to a protected location when not in use, such as overnight

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The invention relates to a device (10) for exchanging data by means of a radio network, preferably by means of a mobile telephone network. Said device comprises a radio station (12) for transmitting and/or receiving data. For that purpose, a column (15) or the like is placed preferably in a fixed position, and at least one digital camera and/or video camera (11) is associated with said column and connected to the radio station (12) for exchanging data, so that a user placed in front of the camera (11) can be recorded by said camera on one or more images. The radio station (12) can transmit the at least one recorded image to the desired receiver over a radio network, preferably over the Internet. The inventive device (10) and the column (15) can be installed in a specific manner so that the background of the recorded image includes a sight, such as a famous monument, a renowned landscape or an object.

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Einrichtung für einen Datenaustausch mittels Funknetz, vorzugsweise mittels Mobil-TelefonnetzDevice for data exchange using a radio network, preferably using a mobile telephone network
Die Erfindung bezieht sich auf eine Einrichtung für einen Datenaustausch mittels Funknetz, vorzugsweise mittels Mobil-Telefonnetz, mit einer Funkstation für die Übertragung und/oder "den Empfang von Daten.The invention relates to a device for data exchange by means of a radio network, preferably by means of a mobile telephone network, with a radio station for the transmission and / or " reception of data.
Es ist üblich, dass Fotos oder Videoaufnahmen insbesondere an touristischen Standorten gemacht werden und dann nach der Heimkehr den Bekannten gezeigt werden. Ausserdem werden von diesen Standorten aus auch Postkarten an Personen mit Sujets von den erlebten Sehenswür- digkeiten, wie Bauwerken, Landschaften oder ähnlichem verschickt In der Regel dauert es zumindest einige Tage oder sogar Wochen bis diese Karten bei den Adressaten ankommenIt is common for photos or video recordings to be made, especially at tourist locations, and then to be shown to the acquaintances after their return. In addition, postcards to people with subjects from the sights sent, such as buildings, landscapes or the like, it usually takes at least a few days or even weeks for these cards to reach the addressees
Der vorliegenden Erfindung wurde demgegenüber die Aufgabe zugrundegelegt, eine Einrichtung zu schaffen, die auf der Basis von bestehenden oder zukunftigen Mitteln der Kommunikationstechnologie annähernd eine live-Ubertragung von Daten von Orten ermöglicht, die mit der Einrichtung ausgerüstet sind, wie vor bekannten Sehenswürdigkeiten aller ArtIn contrast, the present invention was based on the object of creating a device which, on the basis of existing or future means of communication technology, enables approximately live transmission of data from locations which are equipped with the device, such as known sights of all kinds
Die Aufgabe ist erfindungsgemass dadurch gelost, dass eine Säule oder dergleichen vorzugsweise stationär angeordnet ist, welcher wenigstens eine digitale Foto- und/oder Videokamera zugeordnet ist, die mit der Funkstation für den Datenaustausch verbunden ist, so dass ein sich vor die Kamera begebender Benutzer von der Foto- und/oder Videokamera durch ein oder mehrere Bilder aufnehmbar und dieses mindestens eine gespeicherte Bild von der Telefonstation über Funk, vorzugsweise über das Internet, an einen gewünschten Empfanger ubermittelbar ist, und/oder dass an der Funkstation Daten empfangbar sindThe object is achieved according to the invention in that a column or the like is preferably arranged stationary, which is assigned at least one digital photo and / or video camera, which is connected to the radio station for data exchange, so that a user of the the photo and / or video camera can be recorded by one or more images and this at least one stored image can be transmitted from the telephone station via radio, preferably via the Internet, to a desired recipient, and / or that data can be received at the radio station
Bei einer sehr vorteilhaften Ausfuhrung ist die Säule an einem solchen Standort installiert, dass sich insbesondere im Hintergrund des aufzunehmenden Bildes eine Sehenswürdigkeit befindet, wie zum Beispiel ein bekanntes Bauwerk, eine typische Landschaft.oder ahnlichesIn the case of a very advantageous embodiment, the column is installed at a location such that there is a sight, in particular in the background of the image to be taken, such as a known building, a typical landscape or the like
Mit dieser erfindungsgemassen Einrichtung können in einfacher Weise Einzelbilder oder Bildsequenzen von Reisenden an ihre Bekannten oder an beliebige Personen praktisch ohne Zeitverzogerung übermittelt und vom Adressaten empfangen werden Zusätzlich können Informationsdaten oder Daten vom Internet bei dieser Funkstation empfangen werden Ausführungsbeispiele der Erfindung sowie weitere Vorteile derselben sind nachfolgend anhand der Zeichnung näher erläutert. Es zeigt:With this device according to the invention, individual images or image sequences of travelers can be transmitted to their acquaintances or to any person with practically no delay and can be received by the addressee. In addition, information data or data can be received from the Internet at this radio station Exemplary embodiments of the invention and further advantages thereof are explained in more detail below with reference to the drawing. It shows:
Fig.1 und Fig.1 a jeweils eine schematische perspektivische Ansicht einer erfindungsgemässen Einrichtung,1 and 1a each show a schematic perspective view of a device according to the invention,
Fig.2 und Fig.2a eine schematische perspektivische Darstellung einer Variante einer Einrichtung,2a and 2a show a schematic perspective illustration of a variant of a device,
Fig.2b und Fig.2c eine teilweise Vorder- bzw. Seitenansicht eines Modules gemäss Detail B der Einrichtung nach Fig.2, und2b and 2c show a partial front and side view of a module according to detail B of the device according to FIG. 2, and
Fig.3 ein Ablaufschema der erfindungsgemässen Übertragung.3 shows a flow diagram of the transmission according to the invention.
Fig.1 und Fig.1 a zeigen eine Einrichtung 10 zum Austausch von Daten mittels Funknetz, vorzugsweise dem Mobil-Telefonnetz, mit einer Funkstation für die Datenübertragung und mit Vorteil auch einen Empfangsteil, mittels dem Daten als Information oder dergleichen gelesen werden können.1 and 1a show a device 10 for exchanging data by means of a radio network, preferably the mobile telephone network, with a radio station for data transmission and advantageously also with a receiving part by means of which data can be read as information or the like.
Erfindungsgemäss weist diese Einrichtung 10 eine stationär angeordnete Säule 15 auf, welcher eine digitale Foto- oder Videokamera 1 1 zugeordnet ist, die mit der als Telefonstation 12 vorgesehenen Funkstation für den Datenaustausch verbunden ist, so dass ein sich vor die Foto- oder Videokamera 1 1 begebender Benutzer von dieser Kamera durch ein oder mehrere Bilder oder durch eine Bildsequenz aufnehmbar ist und dieses mindestens eine gespeicherte Bild von der Telefonstation über Funk an den gewünschten Empfänger übermittelbar ist, vorzugsweise über das Internet, und von diesem unmittelbar nachher bereits betrachtet werden kann.According to the invention, this device 10 has a stationary column 15, which is assigned a digital photo or video camera 11, which is connected to the radio station provided as a telephone station 12 for data exchange, so that a photo or video camera 11 is located in front of it the issuing user can be recorded by this camera through one or more images or through an image sequence and this at least one stored image can be transmitted by radio from the telephone station to the desired recipient, preferably via the Internet, and can be viewed by the latter immediately afterwards.
Die Einrichtung 10 mit der Säule 15 befindet sich an einem solchen Standort, dass sich insbesondere im Hintergrund des aufzunehmenden Bildes eine Sehenswürdigkeit befindet, wie zum Beispiel ein bekanntes Bauwerk, eine bekannte Landschaft oder ähnliches. Diese Einrichtung 10 kann demnach ganz speziell an solchen Standorten plaziert werden, die beispielsweise als bereits bestehende Aussichtspunkte von Sehenswürdigkeiten vorhanden sind. Sie könnte selbstverständlich auch auf einem Schiff, etwa einem Kreuzschiff, in einem Gebäude, wie in einem Museum oder einem sonstigen Ausstellungsgebäude installiert werden, oder bei einer Veranstaltung zum Einsatz kommen.The device 10 with the column 15 is located at a location such that it is in particular in the background of the one to be recorded Image is a point of interest, such as a well-known building, a well-known landscape or the like. This device 10 can therefore be placed very specifically at locations that are present, for example, as already existing vantage points of points of interest. Of course, it could also be installed on a ship, such as a cruise ship, in a building, such as a museum or other exhibition building, or at an event.
Die Säule 15 dieser Station weist aufgrund ihrer zwei- oder mehrteiligen Konstruktion eine variierbare Höhe auf, die zwischen 1 ,0 und 2 Metern einstellbar ist. Die Säule 15 ist hierbei fest im Boden verankert und sie steht in aufrechter Stellung und hat am oberen Ende eine plattenförmige Schutzabdeckung 16 und eine auf dieser stehenden Antenne 18, die der Telefonstation zugehört. Auf der Oberseite der Abdeckung 16 sind vorteilhaft Solarzellen 16' für die Stromversorgung der Einrichtung vorgesehen, mittels der je nach Standort der gesamte Energiebedarf abgedeckt werden kann. Ein Energiespeicher 19 im unteren Teil der Säule 15 dient für die Speicherung der gewonnen Solarenergie. Nötigenfalls kann die Stromversorgung mit entsprechender Kabelverbindung über ein Stromnetz oder durch den Einbau eines Batteriemoduls ergänzt bzw. sichergestellt werden.The column 15 of this station has a variable height due to its two-part or multi-part construction, which can be set between 1, 0 and 2 meters. The column 15 is firmly anchored in the ground and it stands in an upright position and has a plate-shaped protective cover 16 at the upper end and an antenna 18 standing thereon, which belongs to the telephone station. On the top of the cover 16, solar cells 16 'are advantageously provided for the power supply of the device, by means of which the entire energy requirement can be covered depending on the location. An energy store 19 in the lower part of the column 15 serves to store the solar energy obtained. If necessary, the power supply can be supplemented or ensured with the appropriate cable connection via a power supply or by installing a battery module.
Unterhalb der Schutzabdeckung 16 ist die digitale Foto- und/oder Videokamera 1 1 angeordnet, welche derart ausgerichtet ist, dass eine Aufnahme eines Einzelbildes oder einer Bildsequenz wenigstens einer an vorgegebener Position stehenden Person und der dahinter befindlichen Sehenswürdigkeit ermöglicht wird. Ein Bedienungspanel der Telefonstation 12, welches vorzugsweise in einer solchen Höhe angeordnet ist, dass ein vor der Säule stehender Benutzer dieses für eine bequeme Bedienung vor sich hat, weist eine Tastatur 13, ein Display 14, eine Zah- lungseinrichtung, welche vorzugsweise auf Kreditkarten-Basis mit einem Einführungsschlitz 54 ausgebildet ist, und eine Schnittstelle 40 auf. Diese Schnittstelle 40 dient für einen zusätzlichen Anschluss externer digitaler Kommunikationsmittel, bspw. ein Palm Top, für den Datentransfer auf der Basis der Funkstation.The digital photo and / or video camera 11 is arranged below the protective cover 16 and is aligned in such a way that a single image or an image sequence of at least one person standing at a predetermined position and the point of interest located behind it is made possible. An operating panel of the telephone station 12, which is preferably arranged at a height such that a user standing in front of the column has this in front of him for convenient operation, has a keyboard 13, a display 14, a number. tion device, which is preferably formed on the basis of a credit card with an insertion slot 54, and an interface 40. This interface 40 is used for an additional connection of external digital communication means, for example a palm top, for data transfer on the basis of the radio station.
Im vorliegenden Ausführungsbeispiel kann die Säule 15 durch ihre zweigeteilte Konstruktion mit ihrem oberen Säulenteil 15' um einen Winkel von bspw. beidseitig je 30° geschwenkt und in der Höhe verstellt werden. Damit kann das zu erzeugende Bild bedarfsmässig und benutzergerecht und ganz nach dem persönlichen Empfinden des Benutzers eingestellt werden.In the present exemplary embodiment, the column 15 can be pivoted through its two-part construction with its upper column part 15 'through an angle of, for example, 30 ° on both sides and adjusted in height. The image to be generated can thus be adjusted as required and in a user-friendly manner and entirely according to the personal feeling of the user.
Eine in der Säule 15 integrierte Rechnereinheit 17 ist über Leitungen 21 mit dem Energiespeicher 19 einerseits und mit dem Panel 12 und der Kamera 1 1 andererseits verbunden. Ausgehend von dieser Rechnereinheit 17 werden die gespeicherten Daten über einen Sender 22 und die Antenne 18 via das Funknetz, beispielsweise via Mobiltelefon, übertragen. Gegebenenfalls oder alternativ könnte die Übertragung durch eine Kabelverbindung an das Telefonnetz geleitet werden. Ferner ist noch eine Druckereinheit 24 angedeutet, mittels der ein Ausdruck des gesendeten Einzelbildes und somit eine Sendebestätigung sowie eine Quittung für den Benutzer erstellt werden könnte.A computer unit 17 integrated in the column 15 is connected via lines 21 to the energy store 19 on the one hand and to the panel 12 and the camera 11 on the other hand. Starting from this computer unit 17, the stored data are transmitted via a transmitter 22 and the antenna 18 via the radio network, for example via a mobile phone. Optionally or alternatively, the transmission could be routed to the telephone network via a cable connection. Furthermore, a printer unit 24 is also indicated, by means of which a printout of the transmitted single image and thus a confirmation of transmission and a receipt for the user could be created.
Mit Vorteil ist die Rechnereinheit 17 derart ausgebildet, dass in ihr auch Daten gespeichert und beim Display abgerufen werden können. Diese Daten können entweder intern gespeichert sein oder via das Funknetz gespeichert und beim Display abgerufen werden. So könnte beispielsweise eine Bedienungsanleitung, ein Umgebungsplan, allgemeine Informationen über die Sehenswürdigkeit intern gespeichert und vom Benut- zer abgerufen werden. Als externe Daten könnten vom Internet oder SMS-Daten oder dergleichen empfangen werden.The computer unit 17 is advantageously designed such that data can also be stored in it and called up on the display. This data can either be stored internally or saved via the radio network and called up on the display. For example, an instruction manual, a map of the area, general information about the sight could be saved internally and used by the user. be called up. External data could be received from the Internet or SMS data or the like.
Fig.2 bis Fig.2c zeigen eine andere Variante einer Einrichtung 30, welche an sich ähnlich aufgebaut ist wie die oben ausführlich erläuterte Einrichtung 10. Es sind daher nachfolgend nur die Unterschiede erläutert. Die Abdeckung 36 am oberen Ende der Säule 35 ist haubenförmig ausgebildet und trägt das als Leuchtelement ausgestaltete Erkennungszeichen 38 der Station. Zudem ist die Säule in ihrem oberen Bereich im Schütze der Abdeckung 36 mit einem Modul 37 ausgerüstet, in dem die meisten elektronischen Elemente der Einrichtung 30 zentral zusammen- gefasst werden.2 to 2c show another variant of a device 30 which in itself is constructed similarly to the device 10 explained in detail above. Only the differences are therefore explained below. The cover 36 at the upper end of the column 35 is hood-shaped and bears the identifier 38 of the station, which is designed as a lighting element. In addition, the upper area of the column in the contactor of the cover 36 is equipped with a module 37 in which most of the electronic elements of the device 30 are combined centrally.
Fig.2b und Fig.2c zeigen das Modul 37 im Detail, daraus ersichtlich ist, dass Bilddaten eines Einzelbildes oder einer Bildsequenz, aufgenommen durch die zum Schutz in die Säule eingelassene Optik 1 1 ' der Foto- oder der Videokamera 1 1 , an die Rechnereinheit 17 weitergegeben werden. Ausgehend von dieser Einheit 17 werden entsprechend der E-Mail- Adresse, die der Benutzer via Tastatur 13 des Panels 12 und mit Hilfe der Benutzerführuπg im Display 14 eingibt, über den Funksender 22, bspw. ein Mobiltelefon, in Verbindung mit der Antenne 18 ans Internet geschickt; dies unter Benutzung eines lokalen, in die Dienstleistung eingebundenen Internet-Providers, im Idealfall des Betreibers der Station. Durch einen gegebenenfalls vorhandenen Drucker 24 kann sich der Benutzer zum Abschluss das Ergebnis in Form, eines Ausdruckes 24' der Bilddaten quittieren lassen.2b and FIG. 2c show the module 37 in detail, from which it can be seen that image data of a single image or an image sequence, taken by the optics 11 'of the photo or video camera 11 inserted into the column for protection, to the Computer unit 17 are passed on. Starting from this unit 17, according to the e-mail address that the user enters via the keyboard 13 of the panel 12 and with the help of the user guidance in the display 14, the radio transmitter 22, for example a cell phone, is connected to the antenna 18 Sent to the Internet; this is done using a local internet provider integrated into the service, ideally the operator of the station. By means of an optionally available printer 24, the user can finally have the result acknowledged in the form of a printout 24 'of the image data.
Fig. 3 zeigt den Ablauf der Übertragung von Bilddaten durch die Einrichtung 10 bzw. 30 anhand eines Blockschemas, wobei dieser Ablauf wie folgt funktioniert: Als erstes orientiert sich der Benutzer, der an die Einrichtung 10 herantritt , über die Benutzerführung auf Display 14 oder gegebenenfalls mittels einer schriftlich angebrachten Information oder einer computergesteuerten akustischen Hilfe 57, bei der die Sprache vorzugsweise ausgewählt werden kann. Sodann gibt der Benutzer die Zieladresse eines E- Mail-Empfängers oder die Zieladressen mehrer Empfänger ein, unter Benutzung der Tastatur 13 des Panels 12. Auf dem Display 14 werden nun die Kosten angezeigt, die der Benutzer durch die Zahluπgseinrich- tung 54 begleichen kann, zum Beispiel in der bekannten Weise durch eine Kreditkarte. Nun kann der Benutzer durch Betätigung des oberen Teiles 15' der Säule 15 eine erste, grobe Einstellung von Höhe und Winkel der Kamera vornehmen, die durch eine feinere Einstellung des Bildausschnittes an der Kamera selbst durch die Bedienungselemente 59, die vorzugsweise ein Heran- und Wegzoomen erlauben, abgeschlossen wird. Durch die Einstellung eines Timers 58 für eine Selbstauslösung wählt der Benutzer in einem vorgegebenen Raster die Zeit bis zur Auslösung. Nach Ablauf der eingestellten Zeit ereignet sich die Auslösung 50 der digitalen Fotokamera, die ein Einzelbild aufnimmt, oder der digitalen Videokamera, die eine Sequenz von zum Beispiel 5 Sekunden aufnimmt. Bei beiden Formaten erfolgt auch eine akustische Aufnahme 51 von zum Beispiel 5 Sekunden, geeignet etwa für einen Gruss oder dergleichen. Nun kann sich der Benutzer durch ein Replay das Ergebnis anschauen, bzw. anhören und das Prozedre bei unzufriedenstellender Aufnahme noch einmal wiederholen. Nach einem erfolgreichen Versuch mit einem Bild 55, spätestens aber nach dem dritten, drückt der Benutzer die ok- Taste 60 und löst damit eine kurzzeitige Abspeicherung als Datei 66 aus. Damit ist der aktive Vorgang für den Benutzer beendet. Die abgespeicherte Datei 66 wird nun automatisch an die eingestellte E-Mail- Adresse des Empfängers 68, bzw. an die Adressen der Empfänger verschickt, wo sie schon unmittelbar darauf als Bild 55' abrufbar ist. Der Benutzer erhalt zum Abschluss durch einen gegebenenfalls vorhandenen Drucker 24 einen Ausdruck 24' des Ergebnisses Danach ist die Einrichtung für einen nächsten Benutzungsvorgang frei3 shows the sequence of the transmission of image data by the device 10 or 30 using a block diagram, this sequence functioning as follows: First of all, the user who approaches the device 10 is guided via the user guidance on the display 14 or, if appropriate, by means of information provided in writing or a computer-controlled acoustic aid 57, in which the language can preferably be selected. The user then enters the destination address of one e-mail recipient or the destination addresses of several recipients, using the keyboard 13 of the panel 12. The display 14 now shows the costs that the user can pay through the payment device 54, for example in the known way by a credit card. Now, by operating the upper part 15 'of the column 15, the user can make a first, rough adjustment of the height and angle of the camera, which can be done by a finer adjustment of the image section on the camera itself by means of the operating elements 59, which preferably zoom in and out allow is completed. By setting a timer 58 for a self-trigger, the user selects the time until the trigger in a predetermined grid. After the set time has elapsed, the trigger 50 of the digital photo camera, which takes a single image, or the digital video camera, which takes a sequence of, for example, 5 seconds, occurs. In both formats there is also an acoustic recording 51 of, for example, 5 seconds, suitable for a greeting or the like. Now the user can view or listen to the result through a replay and repeat the procedure again if the recording is unsatisfactory. After a successful attempt with an image 55, but at the latest after the third, the user presses the ok key 60 and thus triggers a brief saving as file 66. This ends the active process for the user. The stored file 66 is now automatically sent to the set e-mail address of the recipient 68 or to the addresses of the recipients, where it can be called up immediately thereafter as image 55 '. The Finally, the user receives a printout 24 'of the result from a printer 24 which may be present. The device is then free for a next use process
Die Erfindung ist mit den oben erläuterten Ausfuhrungsbeispielen ausreichend dargetan Sie liesse sich jedoch noch in anderen Varianten darstellen So konnte anstelle von einer Säule auch eine kleine Kabine mit einer Säule oder einem Stander dann angeordnet sein, wobei die Foto- oder Videokamera nach aussen angeordnet wäre Eine solche Anordnung wurde sich insbesondere an exponierten Stellen eignen, bei denen extreme Witterungsverhaltnisse bestehen wurdenThe invention is sufficiently demonstrated with the exemplary embodiments explained above. However, it could be represented in other variants. Instead of a column, a small cabin with a column or a stand could then be arranged, with the photo or video camera being arranged on the outside such an arrangement would be particularly suitable in exposed areas where extreme weather conditions would exist
Als Funknetz konnte grundsätzlich auch ein anderes als das Mobil- Telefonnetz vorgesehen sein, beispielsweise ein eigenes Satelliten- Funknetz oder dergleichenIn principle, a radio network other than the mobile telephone network could also be provided as the radio network, for example a separate satellite radio network or the like
Vorteilhaft ist in der Einrichtung ein Mikrophon und ein Lautsprecher integriert, mittels denen Daten als Toπsignale übertragbar und/oder empfangbar sindA microphone and a loudspeaker are advantageously integrated in the device, by means of which data can be transmitted and / or received as toπ signals
Die Einrichtung konnte anstatt als fixe Anordnung auch auf einem fahrbaren Wagen angeordnet sein Hierdurch konnte sie bei Nichtgebrauch wie zum Beispiel über Nacht, wieder an eine geschützte Stelle gebracht werden Sie konnte aber auch als mobile Einheit bei kurzfristigen Ereignissen und Veranstaltungen zum Einsatz kommen Instead of being arranged as a fixed arrangement, the device could also be arranged on a mobile trolley. As a result, it could be brought back to a protected location when not in use, such as overnight

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1 Einrichtung für einen Datenaustausch mittels Funknetz vorzugsweise mittels Mobil-Telefonnetz, mit einer Funkstation für die Übertragung und/oder den Empfang von Daten, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine Säule (15, 35) oder dergleichen vorzugsweise stationär angeordnet ist, welcher wenigstens eine digitale Foto- und/oder Videokamera (1 1 ) zugeordnet ist, die mit der Funkstation für den Datenaustausch verbunden ist, so dass sich ein vor die Foto- und/oder Videokamera (1 1 ) begebender Benutzer von derselben durch ein oder mehrere Bilder (55) aufnehmbar ist und dieses mindestens eine gespeicherte Bild (55) von der Funkstation über Funk, vorzugsweise über das Internet, an den gewünschten Empfanger ubermittelbar ist und/oder dass an der Funkstation Daten empfangbar sind1 device for data exchange by means of a radio network, preferably by means of a mobile telephone network, with a radio station for the transmission and / or reception of data, characterized in that a column (15, 35) or the like is preferably arranged stationary, which has at least one digital photo - and / or video camera (1 1) is assigned, which is connected to the radio station for data exchange, so that a user going in front of the photo and / or video camera (1 1) passes through one or more images (55) can be recorded and this at least one stored image (55) can be transmitted from the radio station via radio, preferably via the Internet, to the desired recipient and / or that data can be received at the radio station
2 Einrichtung nach Anspruch 1 , dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Einrichtung (10, 30) mit der Säule (15, 35) an einem solchen Standort installiert ist, dass sich insbesondere im Hintergrund des aufzunehmenden Bildes eine Sehenswürdigkeit befindet, wie zum Beispiel ein bekanntes Bauwerk, eine bekannte Landschaft oder ein sonstiges Objekt 2. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the device (10, 30) with the column (15, 35) is installed at such a location that there is a sight in particular in the background of the image to be recorded, such as a known building , a well-known landscape or other object
3. Einrichtung nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine in der Säule (15) integrierte Rechnereinheit (17) über Leitungen (21 ) mit einem Energiespeicher (19) einerseits und mit der Funkstation und der Kamera (1 1 ) andererseits verbunden ist, wobei ausgehend von dieser Rechnereinheit (17) die gespeicherten Daten über einen Sender (22) und eine Antenne (18) via das Funknetz, beispielsweise via Mobiltelefon, übertragen und/oder empfangen und ablesbar werden.3. Device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that a computer unit (17) integrated in the column (15) is connected via lines (21) to an energy store (19) on the one hand and to the radio station and the camera (1 1) on the other hand is, starting from this computer unit (17), the stored data are transmitted and / or received and readable via a transmitter (22) and an antenna (18) via the radio network, for example via a mobile phone.
4. Einrichtung nach einem einer der vorhergehenden Ansprüche 1 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Funkstation eine Tastatur (13) und ein Display (14), oder ein Touch-Screen, eine Zahlungseinrichtung, welche vorzugsweise auf Kreditkarten-Basis mit einem Einführungsschlitz (54) ausgebildet ist, und eine Schnittstelle (40) für einen zusätzlichen Anschluss externer digitaler Kommunikationsmitteln aufweist.4. Device according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the radio station a keyboard (13) and a display (14), or a touch screen, a payment device, which is preferably based on credit cards with an insertion slot ( 54) and has an interface (40) for an additional connection of external digital communication means.
5. Einrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche 1 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass sich die am oberen Teil der Säule (15, 35) befestigte Kamera (1 1 ) um die Säulenachse schwenken und/oder in der Höhe verstellt werden kann, um eine optimale und anpassbare Einstellung des Bildes (55) zu ermöglichen.5. Device according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the camera (11) attached to the upper part of the column (15, 35) pivot about the column axis and / or the height can be adjusted to a to allow optimal and customizable adjustment of the image (55).
6. Einrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Säule (15, 35) mit einer an ihrer Oberseite vorhandenen Abdeckung (16, 36) geschützt ist.6. Device according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the column (15, 35) is protected with a cover (16, 36) provided on its upper side.
7. Einrichtung nach Anspruch 6, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Abdeckung (16) mit Solarzellen (16') für die Stromversorgung der Einrichtung (10) bestückt ist, wobei der in der Säule (15) integrierte Energiespeicher (19) für die Stromspeicherung vorgesehen ist. 7. Device according to claim 6, characterized in that the cover (16) is equipped with solar cells (16 ') for the power supply of the device (10), the energy store (19) integrated in the column (15) being provided for the storage of electricity is.
8. Einrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Daten vom Funknetz oder als intern gespeicherte Daten von der Rechnereinheit (17) empfangbar und auf dem Display (14) anzeigbar sind.8. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the data from the radio network or as internally stored data from the computer unit (17) can be received and shown on the display (14).
9. Einrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass ein Mikrophon und ein Lautsprecher vorgesehen ist, mittels denen Daten als Tonsignale übertragbar und/oder empfangbar sind. 9. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a microphone and a loudspeaker is provided, by means of which data can be transmitted and / or received as sound signals.
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