CN101095093A - Mobile entertainment system - Google Patents

一种能够安装到车内，如连接到车座上的娱乐系统。该娱乐系统包括可提供音频和视频节目的媒体源和显示屏。按照一实施方案，该娱乐系统能够自由地与安装在车辆内的对接台连接或断开。

An entertainment system that can be installed in a car, such as attached to a car seat. The entertainment system includes media sources and display screens that provide audio and video programming. According to one embodiment, the entertainment system can be freely connected and disconnected from a docking station installed in the vehicle.

移动娱乐系统mobile entertainment system

技术领域technical field

本发明涉及一种移动娱乐系统，特别是涉及一种用来提供音频和视频节目的移动娱乐系统。The invention relates to a mobile entertainment system, in particular to a mobile entertainment system for providing audio and video programs.

背景技术Background technique

由于社会变化越来越快，人们花费了更多的时间离开家门外出旅行，因此电子设备和室外娱乐设备的需求增加。例如，如图1和2所示，已经可以将显示屏安装到车辆的头枕102中，这就使在旅途中的视频娱乐更加便利。例如，这些显示屏可以与位于车辆的手套箱内的视频播放器连接。As society is changing more rapidly and people are spending more time away from home traveling, the demand for electronic equipment and outdoor entertainment equipment has increased. For example, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, it has become possible to install a display screen into the headrest 102 of a vehicle, which facilitates video entertainment on the go. For example, these displays could be linked to a video player located in the vehicle's glove box.

发明内容Contents of the invention

按照本发明的一实施方案，一种视频显示系统，包括：基座；与基座相连的第一铰链；臂，它带有与第一铰链相连的第一端部，其中所述臂可围绕该第一铰链转动；与臂的第二端部相连的第二铰链；以及与第二铰链连接的显示板，其中所述显示板可绕第二铰链转动，该显示板包括一显示屏。According to one embodiment of the present invention, a video display system includes: a base; a first hinge connected to the base; an arm with a first end connected to the first hinge, wherein the arm can The first hinge rotates; a second hinge connected to the second end of the arm; and a display panel connected to the second hinge, wherein the display panel is rotatable about the second hinge, the display panel including a display screen.

该显示板可以与基座锁定在一起，以防止显示屏和臂产生运动。在该锁定位置处，显示屏可以面向或面背着基座。该视频系统还包括对基座进行固定的对接台。所述对接台包括用于使显示屏离开锁定位置的控制装置、用于使基座离开对接台的控制装置、以及盖子，所述盖子沿着对接台的侧面被铰接，从而能够有选择地遮蔽视频显示系统。该对接台可以将基座固定到车辆的头枕上。The display board can be locked to the base to prevent movement of the display and arm. In this locked position, the display screen can face or face away from the base. The video system also includes a docking station for securing the base. The docking station includes a control for disengaging the display from a locked position, a control for disengaging the base from the docking station, and a cover hinged along a side of the docking station to selectively shield the Video display system. The docking station secures the base to the vehicle's headrest.

视频播放系统还包括媒体播放器，它用于接收包括供显示屏显示的数据的媒体；以及用于将基座紧固到一表面上的托架，该托架包括连接到基座第一位置处的铰链和可选择性地固定基座第二位置的闩锁。沿着基座的边沿设置第一铰链，并且将第二铰链设置在显示板两相对边之间的位置处。The video playback system also includes a media player for receiving media including data for display on the display screen; and a bracket for securing the base to a surface, the bracket including a hinge at and optionally a latch that secures the base in a second position. A first hinge is provided along an edge of the base, and a second hinge is provided at a location between two opposite sides of the display panel.

按照本发明的一实施方案，视频系统包括安装到车座头枕中的基座，以及枢转连接在基座上的盖子，其中所述盖子包括安装在盖子上的显示屏和媒体播放器。According to one embodiment of the present invention, a video system includes a base mounted into a headrest of a vehicle seat, and a cover pivotally connected to the base, wherein the cover includes a display screen and a media player mounted on the cover.

该媒体播放器可以是插槽型设备或翻盖式设备。基座可以连接在内部的头枕支承结构上，或直接连接到头枕的主体上。该视频系统还包括与外部设备相连的端口，以及在多个信道中传送无线信号的无线发送器，其中所述无线信号包括音频信号和视频信号中的至少一种。The media player can be a slot-type device or a clamshell-type device. The base can be attached to the internal headrest support structure, or directly to the main body of the headrest. The video system also includes ports for connecting to external devices, and a wireless transmitter for transmitting wireless signals in a plurality of channels, wherein the wireless signals include at least one of audio signals and video signals.

显示屏可以安装到盖子的前面，媒体播放器可以安装到盖子的后部。盖子可以相对于基座在大约0°至180°的角度范围内枢转。可利用铰链将盖子枢转地连接到基座上。The display can be mounted to the front of the cover, and the media player can be mounted to the rear of the cover. The cover is pivotable relative to the base within an angular range of approximately 0° to 180°. The lid may be pivotally connected to the base using a hinge.

当盖子处于闭合位置上时，显示屏和媒体播放器能够操作，当盖子处于打开位置上时，可以将数据存储介质插入到媒体播放器中。车座的头枕可以包括至少一个用于消耗热量的通风口。所述媒体播放器可以至少包括下述之一：DVD播放器、CD-ROM播放器、视频游戏播放器、盒式放像机、电视调谐器、广播调谐器，以及能够播放经计算机处理过的视频文件和音频文件其中之一的设备。When the cover is in the closed position, the display screen and media player are operable, and when the cover is in the open position, a data storage medium can be inserted into the media player. The headrest of the vehicle seat may include at least one vent for dissipating heat. The media player may include at least one of the following: a DVD player, a CD-ROM player, a video game player, a video cassette player, a television tuner, a radio tuner, and a computer-processed video file capable of playing and one of the audio files.

按照本发明的一实施方案，一视频系统包括安装在车座头枕中的基座，其中该基座包括安装在其内的媒体播放器；以及一可枢转连接到基座上的盖子，其中所述盖子包括安装在其上的显示屏。According to one embodiment of the present invention, a video system includes a base mounted in a headrest of a vehicle seat, wherein the base includes a media player mounted therein; and a cover pivotably connected to the base, Wherein the cover includes a display screen mounted thereon.

按照本发明的一实施方案，一娱乐系统包括媒体源和支承着该媒体源的外壳，其中所述外壳连接在车座的内部部件上，媒体源可以有选择地与外壳连接或断开。According to one embodiment of the present invention, an entertainment system includes a media source and a housing supporting the media source, wherein the housing is attached to an interior component of a vehicle seat and the media source can be selectively connected to and disconnected from the housing.

该媒体源至少包括下述其中之一：DVD播放器、CD-ROM播放器、视频游戏播放器、盒式放像机、电视调谐器、广播调谐器、MP3播放器以及数字视频录像机。外壳可以安装到头枕或座椅主体的其中之一上，它可以带有用来接收媒体源的空腔。该媒体源可以包括与外部设备连接的端口、以及用于传送无线信号的无线发送器，其中所述无线信号包括音频信号和视频信号中的至少一种。The media source includes at least one of the following: a DVD player, a CD-ROM player, a video game player, a video cassette player, a television tuner, a radio tuner, an MP3 player, and a digital video recorder. The housing can be mounted to one of the headrest or seat body, which can have a cavity for receiving a media source. The media source may include a port for connecting to an external device, and a wireless transmitter for transmitting wireless signals, wherein the wireless signals include at least one of audio signals and video signals.

娱乐系统还包括可操作地连接到媒体源上的显示屏，其中该显示屏可以是手持的、安装到外壳上、或者是安装到车辆中远离外壳的位置上中的一种。可经由直接连接、通过外壳连接或无线连接中的至少一种方式将显示屏可操作地连接到媒体源上。还可以采用管脚阵列将媒体源电连接到外壳上。The entertainment system also includes a display screen operably connected to the media source, where the display screen may be one of handheld, mounted to the housing, or mounted in the vehicle at a location remote from the housing. The display screen may be operatively connected to the media source via at least one of a direct connection, through a housing connection, or a wireless connection. An array of pins can also be used to electrically connect the media source to the housing.

娱乐系统还可以包括可利用铰链枢转连接到外壳上的盖子，其中所述铰链可以设置在盖子的顶部、底部或侧面。可将一显示屏安装到所述盖子上。车座可以包括与媒体源中的插槽成一直线的开口，以用于接纳将要插入到插槽中的数据媒介。媒体源可以包括能够存储多个音频文件和多个视频文件中至少之一的存储设备。The entertainment system may also include a cover pivotally connected to the housing with a hinge, wherein the hinge may be located on the top, bottom or side of the cover. A display screen can be mounted to the cover. The seat may include an opening in line with the slot in the media source for receiving data media to be inserted into the slot. The media source may include a storage device capable of storing at least one of a plurality of audio files and a plurality of video files.

按照本发明的一实施方案，用于支承可拆卸视频系统的对接台包括可将对接台电连接到可拆卸视频系统上的连接器、以及至少一个用于将媒体源连接到对接台上的端口，其中来自于媒体源的数据通过至少一个端口被提供给对接台，并且可以经由连接器提供给可拆卸的视频系统。In accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, a docking station for supporting a detachable video system includes a connector for electrically connecting the docking station to the detachable video system, and at least one port for connecting a media source to the docking station, Wherein data from the media source is provided to the docking station through at least one port and may be provided to the detachable video system via a connector.

至少一个端口可以是通用串行总线端口、音频输入端口、视频输入端口和音频/视频输入端口其中之一。所述数据至少包括音频数据和视频数据中的一种。所述媒体源可以是MPEG播放器、读卡器、DVD播放器、CD-ROM播放器、视频游戏播放器、盒式放像机或数字视频录像机中的一种。对接台可以接收媒介存储介质，而且可以通过连接器将来自于媒介存储介质的数据提供给可拆卸的视频系统。The at least one port may be one of a Universal Serial Bus port, an audio input port, a video input port, and an audio/video input port. The data includes at least one of audio data and video data. The media source may be one of an MPEG player, card reader, DVD player, CD-ROM player, video game player, video cassette player, or digital video recorder. The docking station can receive the media storage medium and can provide data from the media storage medium to the detachable video system through the connector.

对接台还可以包括电视调谐器，其中通过连接器可将电视调谐器接收到的节目提供给可拆卸的视频系统。该对接台可以安装到车辆的内部部件上，如安装到车厢顶棚、车内壁或车厢内的一个附属设备上，或者该对接台也可以是独立式的。The docking station may also include a television tuner, wherein programming received by the television tuner may be provided to the detachable video system via the connector. The docking station may be mounted to an interior component of the vehicle, such as the roof of the vehicle, an interior wall of the vehicle, or an accessory within the vehicle, or the docking station may be freestanding.

对接台可以进一步包括固定部分和与固定部分连接的摆动部分，其中可拆卸的视频系统被固定到摆动部分上。对接台可以与电池连接，以及/或者可以包括与适配器相连的端口以用于提供电源。The docking station may further include a fixed portion and a swing portion connected to the fixed portion, wherein the detachable video system is fixed to the swing portion. The docking station may be connected to a battery and/or may include a port to connect to an adapter for providing power.

可拆卸的视频系统包括显示屏，它能够显示从对接台接收到的视频数据。所述可拆卸的视频系统还可以包括媒体播放器，它能够播放所存储的媒介，其中所存储的媒介位于数字视频盘、光盘、视频压缩盘、闪存卡、安全数字卡、灵巧媒体卡和记忆棒卡中的至少一个上。当可拆卸的视频系统远离对接台时，它能够工作，并且能够与电池和用于供电的适配器的其中之一连接到一起。The detachable video system includes a display screen capable of displaying video data received from the docking station. The removable video system may also include a media player capable of playing stored media located on digital video discs, compact discs, video compact discs, flash memory cards, secure digital cards, smart media cards, and memory At least one of the stick cards is on. The detachable video system is operable when it is away from the docking station and can be connected with either a battery or an adapter for power.

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下面将参照附图对本发明的优选实施方案进行详细说明：Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings:

图1是安装到车辆头枕中的视频屏的示意图；FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a video screen installed in a vehicle headrest;

图2是安装到车辆头枕中的视频屏的示意图；Fig. 2 is a schematic diagram of a video screen installed in a vehicle headrest;

图3A是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和对接台的侧视图；Figure 3A is a side view of a video system and docking station according to one embodiment of the present invention;

图3B是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和对接台的侧视图；Figure 3B is a side view of a video system and docking station according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图3C是按照本发明一实施方案的未对接的视频系统的侧视图；Figure 3C is a side view of an undocked video system in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

图3D是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统的侧视图；Figure 3D is a side view of a video system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图4A和4B是按照本发明一实施方案的对接台的示意图；4A and 4B are schematic illustrations of a docking station according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图5A是按照本发明一实施方案的翻盖式(clamshell)视频系统的正视图；Figure 5A is a front view of a clamshell video system according to one embodiment of the present invention;

图5B是按照本发明一实施方案的翻盖式视频系统的俯视图；Figure 5B is a top view of a clamshell video system according to one embodiment of the present invention;

图5C是按照本发明一实施方案的翻盖式视频系统的侧视图；Figure 5C is a side view of a clamshell video system in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention;

图5D是按照本发明一实施方案的翻盖式视频系统处于打开位置时的正视图；Figure 5D is a front view of a clamshell video system in an open position in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

图6A是按照本发明一实施方案的对接台的示意图；Figure 6A is a schematic illustration of a docking station according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图6B是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统的后视图；Figure 6B is a rear view of a video system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图7A和7B是按照本发明一实施方案的用于将视频系统和对接台耦合起来的机构的示意图；7A and 7B are schematic illustrations of a mechanism for coupling a video system and a docking station according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图8是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统的示意图；Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of a video system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图9是按照本发明一实施方案的对接台盖子的示意图；Figure 9 is a schematic illustration of a docking station cover according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图10是按照本发明一实施方案的系统的图表；Figure 10 is a diagram of a system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图11A和11B是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统的示意图；11A and 11B are schematic diagrams of a video system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图12A-12C是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和悬吊式对接台的示意图；12A-12C are schematic illustrations of a video system and a pendant docking station in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

图13A-13B是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和桌面式对接台的示意图；13A-13B are schematic illustrations of a video system and a desktop docking station in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

图14是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统的示意图；Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of a video system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图15是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和电池组的示意图；Figure 15 is a schematic diagram of a video system and battery pack according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图16A是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统的示意图；Figure 16A is a schematic diagram of a video system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图16B是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统的侧视图；Figure 16B is a side view of a video system according to one embodiment of the present invention;

图16C是按照本发明一实施方案的对接台和未对接的视频系统的侧视图；Figure 16C is a side view of a docked station and an undocked video system in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

图17A是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和对接台的前视图；Figure 17A is a front view of a video system and docking station according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图17B是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和对接台的俯视图；Figure 17B is a top view of a video system and docking station in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

图17C是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和对接台的示意图；Figure 17C is a schematic diagram of a video system and docking station according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图17D是按照本发明一实施方案的对接台的俯视图；Figure 17D is a top view of a docking station according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图17E是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统的侧视图；Figure 17E is a side view of a video system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图18A是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和装配架的侧视图；Figure 18A is a side view of a video system and mounting bracket according to one embodiment of the present invention;

图18B是按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统和装配架的前视图；Figure 18B is a front view of a video system and jig according to one embodiment of the present invention;

图19A-19C示出了按照本发明一实施方案的安装在车辆头枕中的显示屏和媒体播放器；19A-19C illustrate a display screen and media player installed in a vehicle headrest according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图20A-20E示出了按照本发明一实施方案的安装在车辆头枕中的显示屏和媒体播放器；20A-20E illustrate a display screen and media player installed in a vehicle headrest according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图21A-21D示出了按照本发明一实施方案的安装在车辆头枕中的显示屏和媒体播放器；21A-21D illustrate a display screen and media player installed in a vehicle headrest according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图22示出了按照本发明一实施方案用于将视频系统安装到车辆的头枕上的机构；Figure 22 illustrates a mechanism for mounting a video system to a vehicle's headrest in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

图23示出了按照本发明一实施方案的视频系统的盖；Figure 23 shows the cover of a video system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图24示出了按照本发明一实施方案的娱乐系统；Figure 24 illustrates an entertainment system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图25示出了按照本发明一实施方案的娱乐系统；Figure 25 shows an entertainment system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

图26示出了按照本发明一实施方案的外壳连接到座椅的内部支承结构上；以及Figure 26 shows the attachment of the shell to the internal support structure of the seat according to an embodiment of the present invention; and

图27A-27D示出了按照本发明一实施方案的娱乐系统。27A-27D illustrate an entertainment system according to one embodiment of the present invention.

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参考图3A，便携式视频系统具体表现为一种插槽型视频系统301，它包括可将数据媒介接纳到机构中的插槽302，以用于存取存储在诸如数字视频盘(DVD)播放器、MPEG播放器3(MP3)盘或视频游戏盘之类媒介上的数据。该视频系统301被固定在对接台303(docking station)上。视频系统301还包括铰链304。铰链能够将视频系统的显示屏部分连接到该视频系统的基座上。Referring to FIG. 3A, the portable video system is embodied as a slot-type video system 301 that includes a slot 302 that receives data media into the , MPEG Player 3 (MP3) discs, or data on media such as video game discs. The video system 301 is fixed on a docking station 303 (docking station). Video system 301 also includes hinge 304 . The hinge is capable of connecting the display portion of the video system to the base of the video system.

如图3B所示，对接台303紧固在头枕102中，尤其是可以紧固在一内部的头枕支撑结构305上。例如，能够通过图4A所示的钩子401和图4B所示的螺钉402对对接台303进行紧固。本领域的技术人员能够认识到还可以采用其它固定对接台的方式，如粘结剂。对接台303紧固视频系统301的基座，使视频显示屏枢转离开基座。在如图3B所示的插槽型装置中，当视频显示屏部分306枢转离开视频系统301的基座时，插槽302就暴露在外用于接收数据媒介。As shown in FIG. 3B , the docking station 303 is fastened within the headrest 102 , and in particular may be fastened to an internal headrest support structure 305 . For example, the docking platform 303 can be fastened by the hook 401 shown in FIG. 4A and the screw 402 shown in FIG. 4B . Those skilled in the art can recognize that other ways of fixing the docking station, such as adhesive, can also be used. Docking station 303 secures the base of video system 301, allowing the video display screen to pivot away from the base. In a slot-type arrangement as shown in FIG. 3B, when the video display screen portion 306 is pivoted away from the base of the video system 301, the slot 302 is exposed for receiving data media.

如图3C所示，视频系统301能够与对接台303分离(切开视图)。能够自主操作视频系统301。也就是说，当与对接台303分离时，视频系统能够存取用以播放的数据，如电影。当与对接台303断开时，视频系统能够在电源的供电下工作，其中所述电源可以是任意的电池或者是外部电源如交流电或直流电的线路。这一连接位于视频系统301的基座307上。As shown in Figure 3C, the video system 301 can be detached from the docking station 303 (cutaway view). Able to operate the video system 301 autonomously. That is, when detached from the docking station 303, the video system can access data for playback, such as movies. When disconnected from the docking station 303, the video system can work under the power supply, wherein the power supply can be any battery or an external power source such as AC or DC lines. This connection is located on the base 307 of the video system 301 .

参考图3D，头枕308包括用来把数据媒介接纳到视频系统301中的开口309。视频系统301可以被永久地安装着，或者也可以是便携式视频系统。头枕开口309与视频系统301的插槽302对齐，以便能够从头枕308的侧面、顶部或底部插入例如DVD或MP3光盘之类的数据媒介。头枕308还包括用于消散热量的通风口310。也可以在头枕内添加用来增强气流的冷却风扇311。冷却风扇311位于头枕308内通风口310的后面，这样就可以将冷却风扇311隐蔽起来。Referring to FIG. 3D , the headrest 308 includes an opening 309 for receiving a data medium into the video system 301 . Video system 301 may be permanently installed, or it may be a portable video system. The headrest opening 309 is aligned with the slot 302 of the video system 301 so that data media such as DVD or MP3 discs can be inserted from the side, top or bottom of the headrest 308 . The head restraint 308 also includes vents 310 for dissipating heat. A cooling fan 311 for enhanced airflow can also be added inside the headrest. The cooling fan 311 is located behind the air vent 310 in the headrest 308, so that the cooling fan 311 can be concealed.

参考图5A至5D，一翻盖型便携式视频系统501固定在对接台上。该便携式视频系统501包括通过铰链504相连的盖子502和基座503。所述盖子502可在铰链504上枢转离开基座503。铰链504可以被定位在盖子502的任一侧上。所述盖子502包括视频显示屏505、控制装置506A，以及红外(IR)发送器和/或接收器507。该视频系统能够接收含有可读取数据的数据媒介508。当盖子502闭合时，数据媒介505被固定。通过压下可以使盖子502与基座503分离的按钮，或通过拉动盖子502使其离开基座503都可以将盖子502打开，其中这里所述的铰链504为摩擦装配件。一媒体播放器509隐藏在盖子510中。例如能够通过压下按钮511将盖子510打开。该视频系统501是可拆卸的，因此它能够与对接台303脱离。Referring to Figures 5A to 5D, a flip-type portable video system 501 is fixed on the docking station. The portable video system 501 includes a cover 502 and a base 503 connected by a hinge 504 . The lid 502 is pivotable on a hinge 504 away from the base 503 . Hinge 504 may be positioned on either side of lid 502 . The cover 502 includes a video display 505 , controls 506A, and an infrared (IR) transmitter and/or receiver 507 . The video system is capable of receiving a data medium 508 containing readable data. When the cover 502 is closed, the data medium 505 is secured. Lid 502 can be opened by depressing a button that disengages lid 502 from base 503, or by pulling lid 502 away from base 503, wherein hinge 504 as described herein is a friction fit. A media player 509 is concealed in the cover 510 . Lid 510 can be opened, for example, by pressing button 511 . The video system 501 is detachable so it can be detached from the docking station 303 .

基座503包括控制板506B。该控制板506B包括多个控制装置，用来控制媒体播放器的各种功能，如音量控制、上一个、下一个、暂停、弹出和播放，还包括一电源开/关按钮。所述控制装置506A和506B可以是按钮、开关、触敏式液晶显示器等。The base 503 includes a control board 506B. The control panel 506B includes a plurality of controls for controlling various functions of the media player, such as volume control, previous, next, pause, eject and play, and also includes a power on/off button. The control devices 506A and 506B may be buttons, switches, touch-sensitive liquid crystal displays and the like.

现在参考图6A和6B，对接台303包括管脚阵列601，用于与视频系统603的另一管脚阵列602相连。视频系统603可以是插槽型装置、翻盖型装置，或能够固定在对接台303上的任何其它类型的装置。当视频系统603固定在对接台303上时，管脚阵列601和视频系统的管脚阵列602能够对视频播放器603进行数据传送。因此，视频播放器能够通过对接台303连接到外部设备上。所述外部设备包括安装在另一个头枕上的从属视频显示器、安全系统以及车辆的音响系统。在视频系统603永久安装到头枕中的情形下，能够省去对接台，与车辆电源的连接以及/或者数据总线能够通过电导线与视频系统603连接。Referring now to FIGS. 6A and 6B , the docking station 303 includes an array 601 of pins for connecting to another array 602 of pins of a video system 603 . The video system 603 may be a slot-type device, a clamshell-type device, or any other type of device that can be secured to the docking station 303 . When the video system 603 is fixed on the docking platform 303 , the pin array 601 and the video system pin array 602 can transmit data to the video player 603 . Therefore, the video player can be connected to external devices through the docking station 303 . The external devices include a secondary video display mounted on another head restraint, a security system, and the vehicle's audio system. In case the video system 603 is permanently installed in the headrest, the docking station can be omitted and the connection to the vehicle power supply and/or the data bus can be connected to the video system 603 via electrical leads.

对接台303与车辆的电气系统连接。例如，对接台303可通过配线连接到12V的车辆电源上。通过管脚阵列601和602将电源供给视频系统603。对接台303还能够与车辆的数据通信总线相连。该数据通信总线能够对外部设备进行数据传送。The docking station 303 is connected to the electrical system of the vehicle. For example, docking station 303 may be wired to a 12V vehicle power supply. Power is supplied to video system 603 through pin array 601 and 602 . The docking station 303 can also be connected to the data communication bus of the vehicle. The data communication bus can transmit data to external devices.

参考图7A，对接台303包括固定和分离视频系统701的快速分离机构。快速分离机构包括用于释放闩锁703的按钮702，通过按压视频系统701固定在对接台303上可以将闩锁紧固到视频系统701上。闩锁机构包括可进入到视频系统701底部的的闩锁703。当视频系统701与对接台303相连时，可立即移动闩锁703。一弹簧704将闩锁703紧固到视频系统701的底部。能够按压按钮702，使闩锁703与视频系统701底部的开口排列在同一直线上，并且能够拉动视频系统701使其远离对接台303。如图7B所示，可利用一凸起部分706将视频系统701的后部705固定，其中该凸起部分706装配在对接台303的凹入部分707内。当把视频系统701按压到对接台303中时，对接台的一个壁708向着远离视频播放器后部的方向弯曲，直到凸起部分706与凹入部分707对准。凸起部分706和凹入部分707相互协作将视频系统701固定在对接台303上。因此，对接台的这面壁708可以由易弯曲的热塑性橡胶制成。也可以考虑其它能够将视频系统701固定到对接台303上的手段，如钩扣、锁、闩等。Referring to FIG. 7A , docking station 303 includes a quick release mechanism for securing and detaching video system 701 . The quick release mechanism includes a button 702 for releasing a latch 703 which can be fastened to the video system 701 by pressing the video system 701 secured to the docking station 303 . The latching mechanism includes a latch 703 accessible to the bottom of the video system 701 . When the video system 701 is connected to the docking station 303, the latch 703 can be moved immediately. A spring 704 secures the latch 703 to the bottom of the video system 701 . The button 702 can be pressed to align the latch 703 with the opening at the bottom of the video system 701 and the video system 701 can be pulled away from the docking station 303 . As shown in FIG. 7B , the rear portion 705 of the video system 701 can be secured by a raised portion 706 that fits into a recessed portion 707 of the docking station 303 . When video system 701 is pressed into docking station 303, one wall 708 of the docking station flexes away from the rear of the video player until raised portion 706 aligns with recessed portion 707. The raised portion 706 and the recessed portion 707 cooperate to secure the video system 701 to the docking station 303 . Thus, the wall 708 of the docking station may be made of a flexible thermoplastic rubber. Other means of securing video system 701 to docking station 303 are also contemplated, such as clasps, locks, latches, and the like.

参考图8，视频系统801包括输入端口和输出端口。例如，具有音频/视频输入/输出端口802，耳机端口803以及电源端口804。应当理解的是还能够设置其它类型的端口，如USB端口或用于连接游戏控制装置的RCA插孔。此外，视频系统801还包括一无线发送器，用于把如音频射频信号，Bluetooth^或Whitefire^信号传输给无线耳机。视频系统801还包括用于传输和/或接收遥控信号的红外(IR)端口805。这些端口可以被设置在视频系统801上任意适宜的位置上，例如设置在视频系统基座的底部、视频系统基座的前面或侧面。Referring to FIG. 8, a video system 801 includes input ports and output ports. For example, there is an audio/video input/output port 802 , a headphone port 803 and a power port 804 . It should be understood that other types of ports could also be provided, such as USB ports or RCA jacks for connecting game control devices. In addition, the video system 801 also includes a wireless transmitter for transmitting, for example, audio radio frequency signals, Bluetooth ^(R) or Whitefire ^(R) signals to wireless headsets. Video system 801 also includes an infrared (IR) port 805 for transmitting and/or receiving remote control signals. These ports may be located at any suitable location on the video system 801, such as at the bottom of the video system base, on the front or side of the video system base.

当把视频系统从对接台303取下时，如图9所示，盖子901能够遮蔽部分对接台。盖子901可由一种材料制成，如塑料、木材、皮革以及/或者铝。可通过与图7A和7B所示视频系统相同的机构将盖子901固定。因此，盖子901和视频播放器能够具有一个或多个共同的特征，如用于接纳闩锁等的开口。When the video system is removed from the docking station 303, as shown in FIG. 9, the cover 901 can partially cover the docking station. Cover 901 may be made of a material such as plastic, wood, leather and/or aluminum. The cover 901 can be secured by the same mechanism as the video system shown in Figures 7A and 7B. Thus, the cover 901 and the video player can have one or more common features, such as an opening for receiving a latch or the like.

可以理解的是按照本发明的便携式视频系统能够被很容易地取下，并且能够在车辆之外，如在家或办公室的环境下对其进行操作。此外，也可以通过螺钉、钩子和粘合剂将视频系统永久地连接到头枕支撑结构上。It will be appreciated that the portable video system according to the present invention can be easily removed and operated outside the vehicle, such as in a home or office environment. Alternatively, the video system can be permanently attached to the headrest support structure via screws, hooks and adhesives.

现在参考图10，视频系统1001和视频从属单元1002都与电源1003相连。视频从属单元通过数据总线1004接收到来自于视频系统1001的显示数据。数据总线1004还能够与其它设备1005相连，如车辆的音响系统或导航系统。视频系统1001和外部设备1005之间的连接可以是无线连接(未图示出)。同样地，视频系统1001和视频系统从属设备1002之间的连接也可以是无线连接(未图示出)。Referring now to FIG. 10 , both video system 1001 and video slave unit 1002 are connected to a power source 1003 . The video slave unit receives display data from the video system 1001 via the data bus 1004 . The data bus 1004 can also be connected to other devices 1005, such as the audio system or the navigation system of the vehicle. The connection between video system 1001 and external device 1005 may be a wireless connection (not shown). Likewise, the connection between the video system 1001 and the video system slave device 1002 may also be a wireless connection (not shown).

尽管已经对翻盖型和插槽型的视频系统进行了描述，但该视频系统也可以体现为其它形式的构造，如可以表现为一种包括抽屉(draw)和心轴以用于把数据媒介固定到适当位置上的拖曳型设备。按照本发明实施方案的视频系统的又一实施例是板型设备，如图11A和11B所示，它包括用来把显示屏连接到基座上的旋转铰链。旋转铰链1101能够使带有显示屏的盖子1102绕两个轴线周围移动，以便使显示屏1102处在被打开的位置时，能够绕旋转铰链1001旋转，并且枢转离开基座1103。当在完全闭合的位置(如图11B)上时，能够将显示屏转动成面向着基座1103，或者在闭合的观察位置(如图11A)上时，能够将显示屏转动成背离着基座1103。在完全闭合和闭合的观察位置上，盖子1102都是基本平行于基座1103。也能够在插槽型和翻盖型设备中设置旋转铰链1101。Although clamshell-type and slot-type video systems have been described, the video system can also be embodied in other forms of construction, such as a system that includes drawers and spindles for securing data media. Towable equipment in place. Yet another example of a video system according to an embodiment of the present invention is a panel-type device, as shown in Figures 11A and 11B, which includes a swivel hinge for attaching the display screen to the base. The swivel hinge 1101 enables the cover 1102 with the display to move about two axes so that the display 1102 can rotate about the swivel hinge 1001 and pivot away from the base 1103 when in the opened position. The display can be rotated to face the base 1103 when in the fully closed position (as in FIG. 11B ), or away from the base when in the closed viewing position (as in FIG. 11A ). 1103. Lid 1102 is substantially parallel to base 1103 in both the fully closed and closed viewing positions. The swivel hinge 1101 can also be provided in slot-type and clamshell-type devices.

参考图12A至12C，娱乐系统1200包括对接台1203和安装在对接台1203上的视频系统1201。对接台1203优选安装在车辆内或是安装在车厢的顶棚上，它包括固定部分1207和摆动部分1209。对接台1203还可以安装到车辆的其它部位上，如车的内壁或车座上。此外，也能够将对接台1203安装到车辆外部，如安装在橱柜下面或者是家庭或办公室的墙壁或天花板上。对接台包括位于固定部分1207中的孔1208和1210，螺钉402能够穿过所述孔进入到安装着对接台1203的表面中。可以采用夹具401、螺钉402、支架、粘合剂、钉子、铆钉或本领域普通技术人员已知任何适宜的安装机构将对接台1203安装在一表面上。Referring to FIGS. 12A to 12C , an entertainment system 1200 includes a docking station 1203 and a video system 1201 mounted on the docking station 1203 . The docking station 1203 is preferably installed in the vehicle or on the roof of the compartment, and it includes a fixed part 1207 and a swing part 1209 . The docking platform 1203 can also be installed on other parts of the vehicle, such as the inner wall or seat of the vehicle. In addition, the docking station 1203 can also be installed outside the vehicle, such as under a cabinet or on the wall or ceiling of a home or office. The docking station includes holes 1208 and 1210 in the fixed portion 1207 through which the screws 402 can pass into the surface on which the docking station 1203 is mounted. The docking station 1203 may be mounted on a surface using clamps 401 , screws 402 , brackets, adhesives, nails, rivets, or any suitable mounting mechanism known to those of ordinary skill in the art.

当对接台1203安装在车辆中时，它包括类似于标准顶灯的灯1212，利用使用者或操纵线能够将此灯打开或关闭，从而把灯打开或关闭和当车门半开时能够自动地打开。灯1212的功能由开关1216控制。When the docking station 1203 is installed in a vehicle, it includes a light 1212 similar to a standard dome light that can be turned on or off by the user or by a manipulation wire so that the light is turned on or off and can automatically turn on when the door is ajar . The function of light 1212 is controlled by switch 1216 .

采用快速分离机构或类似于图7A和7B所描述的凹入/凸起部分将视频系统1201安装到对接台1203的摆动部分1209上。也可以考虑其它手段将视频系统1201固定到对接台1203中，如钩扣、锁、闩等。参考图6A和6B，通过管脚阵列601和602在视频系统1201和对接台1203之间提供一电连接。视频系统1201的管脚阵列601位于视频系统外壳的后部。通过管脚阵列601和602可以对视频系统1201进行数据的传递和输送，如传递视频信号或音频信号。此外，通过管脚阵列601和602还可以将车辆的电源传递给视频系统1201。除了本领域技术人员已知的用于音频、视频信号以及电源传递的管脚阵列外，还可以通过连接器在视频系统1201和对接台1203之间提供电连接。The video system 1201 is mounted to the swinging portion 1209 of the docking station 1203 using a quick release mechanism or a female/raised portion similar to that described for Figures 7A and 7B. Other means of securing the video system 1201 to the docking station 1203 are also contemplated, such as clasps, locks, latches, and the like. Referring to FIGS. 6A and 6B , an electrical connection is provided between video system 1201 and docking station 1203 through pin arrays 601 and 602 . The pin array 601 of the video system 1201 is located on the rear of the video system housing. Through the pin arrays 601 and 602 , the video system 1201 can be used for data transmission and transmission, such as transmission of video signals or audio signals. In addition, the power supply of the vehicle can also be transmitted to the video system 1201 through the pin arrays 601 and 602 . In addition to the array of pins known to those skilled in the art for audio, video signal, and power delivery, electrical connections between the video system 1201 and the docking station 1203 may also be provided through connectors.

能够利用铰接机构1213将摆动部分1209与固定部分1207连接，该铰接机构1213能够使摆动部分1209围绕位于固定部分1207和摆动部分1209之间的水平轴线转动。铰接机构1213能够使摆动部分1209转动大约180°，并且将其锁定在位于所期望得到的视频系统1201显示屏1220的视角的不同的位置处。或者，铰接机构可以允许更加限制的运动范围，如可以从0°到90°。The oscillating part 1209 can be connected to the fixed part 1207 by means of a hinge mechanism 1213 which enables the oscillating part 1209 to rotate about a horizontal axis between the fixed part 1207 and the oscillating part 1209 . The hinge mechanism 1213 is capable of rotating the swing portion 1209 approximately 180° and locking it in different positions at the desired viewing angle of the display screen 1220 of the video system 1201 . Alternatively, the articulation mechanism may allow a more restricted range of motion, such as from 0° to 90°.

如图12B所示，摆动部分1209紧靠在固定部分1207上，从而在不使用时可以把视频系统1201隐藏起来，并且只占据了较少的空间。优选采用锁闩机构将摆动部分1207锁定在适当的位置上，其中可通过按压按钮1214释放该锁闩机构。As shown in Figure 12B, the swinging portion 1209 abuts against the fixed portion 1207 so that the video system 1201 can be hidden when not in use and takes up less space. The swing portion 1207 is preferably locked in place using a latch mechanism which can be released by pressing the button 1214 .

视频系统1201能够播放通过对接台1203接收到的视频节目。例如，对接台1203可以包括电视调谐器，所述电视调谐器能够通过安装在对接台中的视频系统接收可供播放的电视信号。频道显示器1260和用于选择电视频道的频道选择器按钮1261被设置在对接台1203的侧板上，当然也可以将它们设置在对接台1203上其它适宜的位置处。此外，对接台还可以带有无线电调谐器(未示出)。The video system 1201 is capable of playing video programs received through the docking station 1203 . For example, docking station 1203 may include a television tuner capable of receiving television signals for play through a video system installed in the docking station. The channel display 1260 and the channel selector button 1261 for selecting a TV channel are arranged on the side panel of the docking station 1203 , and of course they can also be arranged at other suitable positions on the docking station 1203 . Additionally, the docking station may also have a radio tuner (not shown).

对接台1203还包括用来与外部媒体驱动器连接的端口，如通用串行总线(USB)端口和输入/输出端口1263。端口1262和1263用于下述设备的连接，如MPEG播放器、读卡器、DVD播放器、CD-ROM播放器、视频游戏播放器、盒式放像机以及数字视频录像机。例如，音频输入端口包括XLR和RCA插孔，视频输入端口包括S-视频连接器、RCA连接器、F-连接器以及分量视频。输入/输出端口1263还可以包括耳机端口和电源端口。Docking station 1203 also includes ports, such as a universal serial bus (USB) port, and input/output ports 1263 for connecting to external media drives. Ports 1262 and 1263 are used for connection of devices such as MPEG players, card readers, DVD players, CD-ROM players, video game players, video cassette players, and digital video recorders. For example, audio input ports include XLR and RCA jacks, and video input ports include S-video connectors, RCA connectors, F-connectors, and component video. The input/output ports 1263 may also include an earphone port and a power port.

对接台1203包括不同尺寸的插槽1264和1265，以用来接收DVDs、CDs、闪存卡、安全数字(SD)卡、灵巧媒体(SM)卡、记忆棒(MS)卡。因此，对接台1203能够读取各种类型的媒介存储介质，并且能够将来自于媒介存储介质的音频和视频数据传送给与其相连的视频系统1201，以便可以在视频系统1201上播放。作为采用插槽的替代方案，也可以使用翻盖型结构将媒介存储介质插入到对接台中。此外，还可以采用抽屉型结构，从而用于媒介存储介质的保持架可以从对接台上滑出(像抽屉一样)，以便能够将媒介存储介质插入到保持架中。The docking station 1203 includes slots 1264 and 1265 of different sizes for receiving DVDs, CDs, flash memory cards, secure digital (SD) cards, smart media (SM) cards, memory stick (MS) cards. Therefore, the docking station 1203 can read various types of media storage media, and can transmit audio and video data from the media storage media to the video system 1201 connected to it, so that it can be played on the video system 1201 . As an alternative to using slots, a clamshell-type structure can also be used to insert the media storage medium into the docking station. In addition, a drawer type structure may also be employed so that the holder for the media storage medium can be slid out of the docking station (like a drawer) so that the media storage medium can be inserted into the holder.

对接台1203还包括用于将视频系统1201的显示屏1220打开和关闭的控制开关1218，以及用于从供显示的所需要的媒介资源中选择节目的选择按钮1219。例如，使用者可以按下按钮1219从MPEG播放器中选择节目，并使其显示在视频系统1201上。The docking station 1203 also includes a control switch 1218 for turning the display screen 1220 of the video system 1201 on and off, and a selection button 1219 for selecting a program from the desired media sources for display. For example, a user may press button 1219 to select a program from an MPEG player and have it displayed on video system 1201 .

参考图13A-13B，视频系统1201与桌面型对接台1303连接。该对接台1303可以是独立式的，可以被放置到书桌、桌子或柜台上。与对接台1203的连接类似，可以采用类似于图7A和7B所示的快速释放装置或凹入/凸起部分，或者采用其它手段如钩扣、锁、闩等将视频系统1201固定到对接台1303上。此外，通过分别位于对接台1303和视频系统1201上的管脚阵列601和602，在视频系统1201和对接台1303之间形成了电连接，以用于向对接台1303和视频系统1201之间提供数据和电源。除了本领域技术人员已知的用于音频、视频信号以及电源传递的管脚阵列外，还可以通过连接器在视频系统1201和对接台1203之间提供电连接。Referring to FIGS. 13A-13B , video system 1201 is connected to desktop docking station 1303 . The docking station 1303 can be freestanding and can be placed on a desk, table or counter. Similar to the docking station 1203 connection, the video system 1201 can be secured to the docking station using quick releases or recessed/raised portions similar to those shown in Figures 7A and 7B, or by other means such as clasps, locks, latches, etc. 1303 on. In addition, an electrical connection is formed between video system 1201 and docking station 1303 via pin arrays 601 and 602 located on docking station 1303 and video system 1201, respectively, for providing data and power. In addition to the array of pins known to those skilled in the art for audio, video signal, and power delivery, electrical connections between the video system 1201 and the docking station 1203 may also be provided through connectors.

与对接台1203类似，对接台1303也包括USB端口1362和各种输入/输出端口1363，以用于连接外部媒介设备、耳机和/或电源。例如，对接台1303包括一可通过AC/DC适配器连接到电源上的电源端口。对接台1303还可以包括类似于图15所示电池组1501的电源组(未示出)，以用于向对接台1303和与对接台相连的视频系统1201供电。Similar to the docking station 1203, the docking station 1303 also includes a USB port 1362 and various input/output ports 1363 for connecting external media devices, headphones and/or power. For example, docking station 1303 includes a power port that can be connected to a power source through an AC/DC adapter. The docking station 1303 may also include a power pack (not shown) similar to the battery pack 1501 shown in FIG. 15 for powering the docking station 1303 and the video system 1201 connected to the docking station.

对接台1303包括不同尺寸的插槽1364和1365，以用来接收媒介存储介质，如DVDs、CDs、闪存卡、安全数字(SD)卡、灵巧媒体(SM)卡和记忆棒(MS)卡。与对接台1203类似，也可以采用翻盖型或抽屉型结构将媒介存储介质插入到对接台中。对接台1303能够读取各种类型的媒介存储介质，并且能够将来自于媒介存储介质的音频和视频数据传送给与其相连的视频系统1201，以便可以在视频系统1201上播放。端口1362、1363和插槽1634、1365可以设置在对接台1303的前面、侧面或后面。Docking station 1303 includes slots 1364 and 1365 of various sizes for receiving media storage media such as DVDs, CDs, flash memory cards, secure digital (SD) cards, smart media (SM) cards and memory stick (MS) cards. Similar to the docking station 1203, the media storage medium may also be inserted into the docking station using a clamshell or drawer structure. The docking station 1303 can read various types of media storage media, and can transmit audio and video data from the media storage media to the video system 1201 connected to it, so that it can be played on the video system 1201 . Ports 1362 , 1363 and slots 1634 , 1365 may be provided on the front, side or rear of docking station 1303 .

对接台1303还包括将音频节目或与视频节目相关的音频播放出去的扬声器1312。和对接台1203相同，对接台1303可以包括电视和广播调谐器、用于将视频系统1201的显示屏1220打开和关闭的控制开关1318，以及用于从供显示的所需要的媒介资源中选择节目的选择按钮1319。例如，使用者可以按下按钮1319从MPEG播放器中选择节目，并使其显示在视频系统1201上。The docking station 1303 also includes a speaker 1312 for playing out the audio program or audio associated with the video program. Like docking station 1203, docking station 1303 may include a television and radio tuner, control switch 1318 for turning display screen 1220 of video system 1201 on and off, and for selecting programs from desired media sources for display The selection button 1319 of the . For example, a user may press button 1319 to select a program from an MPEG player and have it displayed on video system 1201 .

参考图14，图中示出了能够连接到对接台1203/1303上的视频系统1201。该视频系统1201包括优选为液晶显示器(LCD)的显示屏1220。或者，所述显示屏1220也可以是阴极射线管(CRT)显示屏、气态等离子显示屏或有机电致发光(OELD)显示屏。该显示屏的尺寸大约在7英寸至12英寸之间。Referring to Figure 14, there is shown a video system 1201 capable of being connected to a docking station 1203/1303. The video system 1201 includes a display screen 1220, preferably a liquid crystal display (LCD). Alternatively, the display screen 1220 may also be a cathode ray tube (CRT) display screen, a gas plasma display screen or an organic electroluminescence (OELD) display screen. The size of the display is about 7 inches to 12 inches.

与对接台1203/1303相同，该视频系统包括用于外部媒介设备、耳机或电源的端口以及用于接收媒介存储介质的插槽。例如，视频系统1201可以包括USB端口1282和输入/输出端口1283。将控制开关1287设定成IN或者OUT，以用来控制所述端口是输入端口还是输出端口。例如，如果将控制开关设置成IN，就可以通过音频和视频IN端口将某一设备，如便携式DVD播放器连接到视频系统1201上，以便能够在视频系统1201上显示出来自于便携式DVD播放器的视频节目。Like the docking station 1203/1303, the video system includes ports for external media devices, headphones or power, and slots for receiving media storage media. For example, video system 1201 may include USB port 1282 and input/output port 1283 . Setting the control switch 1287 to IN or OUT is used to control whether the port is an input port or an output port. For example, if the control switch is set to IN, a certain device, such as a portable DVD player, can be connected to the video system 1201 through the audio and video IN ports, so that the video from the portable DVD player can be displayed on the video system 1201. video program.

视频系统1201包括一可通过AC/DC适配器连接到电源上的电源端口。此外，如图15所示，该视频系统1201还可以与用来向视频系统1201供电的电池组1501连接。通过分别位于视频系统1201和电池组1501上的管脚阵列1295和1595，可以在视频系统1201和电池组1501之间形成连接。根据并入到视频系统1201内的端口和插槽的数量和位置，可以改变管脚阵列1295在视频系统1201上的位置。除了本领域技术人员已知的管脚阵列外，还可以采用连接器。Video system 1201 includes a power port that can be connected to a power source through an AC/DC adapter. In addition, as shown in FIG. 15 , the video system 1201 can also be connected with a battery pack 1501 for powering the video system 1201 . Connections may be made between video system 1201 and battery pack 1501 through pin arrays 1295 and 1595 located on video system 1201 and battery pack 1501, respectively. Depending on the number and location of ports and sockets incorporated into video system 1201, the location of pin array 1295 on video system 1201 may vary. In addition to pin arrays known to those skilled in the art, connectors may also be employed.

插槽1284和1285具有不同的尺寸，以用来接收各种媒介存储介质，如DVDs、CDs、视频光盘(VCDs)、闪存卡、安全数字(SD)卡、灵巧媒体(SM)卡和记忆棒(MS)卡。与对接台1203/1303相同，也可以采用翻盖型或抽屉型结构将媒介存储介质插入到视频系统1201中。该视频系统1201能够读取到插入在其内的、用于在视频系统1201上播放的各种类型的媒介存储介质。端口1282，1283和插槽1284，1285可以设置在视频系统1201的前面、侧面或后面。Slots 1284 and 1285 are of different sizes to receive various media storage media such as DVDs, CDs, video compact discs (VCDs), flash memory cards, secure digital (SD) cards, smart media (SM) cards and memory sticks (MS) card. Like the docking station 1203/1303, the media storage medium can also be inserted into the video system 1201 using a clamshell or drawer structure. The video system 1201 is capable of reading various types of media storage media inserted therein for playback on the video system 1201 . Ports 1282, 1283 and slots 1284, 1285 may be located on the front, side or rear of video system 1201.

能够依靠电源独立于对接台1203/1303地操作视频系统1201，其中所述电源是通过与标准电源的连接(如与家用出口连接的适配器)或由电池组1501供给的。媒体播放器，如DVD播放器可以被嵌入到视频系统1201中或通过端口1282和1283与视频系统1201连接。The video system 1201 can be operated independently of the docking station 1203/1303 by means of a power source supplied either through a connection to a standard power source (such as an adapter to a household outlet) or by the battery pack 1501 . A media player, such as a DVD player, may be embedded in the video system 1201 or connected to the video system 1201 through ports 1282 and 1283 .

当与对接台1203/1303连接时，视频系统1201能够通过对接台1203/1303接收到来自于与对接台1203/1303相连的媒体播放器内中的视频和音频节目。此外，视频系统1201能够播放从媒体播放器接收到的视频节目，其中所述媒体播放器被嵌入到视频系统1201内或通过端口1282和1283与视频系统1201直接相连。应当理解的是，不带有嵌入到视频显示设备或与其相连的任何媒介资源的视频显示设备也能够与对接台1203/1303相连，并通过与对接台1203/1303相连的媒体播放器接收用于播放的视频节目。When connected to the docking station 1203/1303, the video system 1201 can receive video and audio programs via the docking station 1203/1303 from within the media player connected to the docking station 1203/1303. In addition, the video system 1201 is capable of playing video programs received from a media player embedded in the video system 1201 or directly connected to the video system 1201 through ports 1282 and 1283 . It should be understood that a video display device without any media resources embedded in or connected to the video display device can also be connected to the docking station 1203/1303 and receive the Played video title.

视频系统1201包括将音频节目或与视频节目相关的音频播放出去的扬声器1232。和对接台1203/1303相同，视频系统1201可以包括电视和广播调谐器。该视频系统1201还包括各种控制按钮1290，以用来控制功率、电源、屏幕方式、图像的选择以及媒体源的功能，如停止、暂停、上一个、播放和下一个。控制按钮1290能够令使用者控制显示特性和播放来自于哪个媒体源的哪个节目。此外控制按钮还能够包括音量控制和频道选择。Video system 1201 includes speakers 1232 for playing audio programs or audio associated with video programs. Like docking station 1203/1303, video system 1201 may include a television and radio tuner. The video system 1201 also includes various control buttons 1290 for controlling power, power, screen mode, image selection, and media source functions, such as stop, pause, previous, play, and next. Control buttons 1290 enable the user to control display characteristics and which program from which media source is played. Additional control buttons can also include volume control and channel selection.

按照本发明的实施方案，一便携式视频系统能够与车辆的头枕连接。该便携式视频系统用来接收含有要播放数据的数据媒介。该视频系统紧固在对接台上。举例来说，所述对接台能够安装到汽车座椅的头枕中或厨房橱柜的下面。该视频系统是可拆卸的，从而视频系统能够与对接台断开。According to an embodiment of the present invention, a portable video system can be connected to the head restraints of the vehicle. The portable video system is used to receive a data medium containing data to be played. The video system is fastened to the docking station. For example, the docking station could fit into the headrest of a car seat or under a kitchen cabinet. The video system is detachable so that the video system can be disconnected from the docking station.

参照图16A-16C，一视频系统1601安装在头枕102上。盖子1602能够保护视频系统1601。盖子1602转动离开头枕102，使视频系统1601显露出来。通过铰链1603或其它保持装置可以将盖子1602与对接台相连。当把视频系统1601从头枕102上取下时，能够使盖子1602闭合以将对接台隐蔽起来。Referring to FIGS. 16A-16C , a video system 1601 is mounted on the headrest 102 . Cover 1602 can protect video system 1601 . Cover 1602 is swiveled away from headrest 102, revealing video system 1601. Lid 1602 may be attached to the docking station by hinge 1603 or other retention means. When the video system 1601 is removed from the headrest 102, the cover 1602 can be closed to conceal the docking station.

参照图16B，视频系统1601包括视频显示面板1604。该视频显示面板1604利用铰链连接到视频系统的基座1605上。也可以设置多个铰链。Referring to FIG. 16B , video system 1601 includes video display panel 1604 . The video display panel 1604 is hinged to a base 1605 of the video system. Multiple hinges can also be provided.

设置第一铰链1606从而将视频系统的基座1605可动地连接到支架1607上。通过第二铰链1608又可以使支架1607可动地连接到视频显示面板1604上。第一铰链1606被设置成沿着基座1605的一个边沿。第二铰链1608连接在显示面板1604的两个对边之间的某一点上，以便能够把显示面板1604设置成面向着或面背着基座1605地抵靠在基座1605上。在垂直于视频系统基座1605的平面上操纵第一铰链1606和第二铰链1608，这使得显示面板1604绕着第一铰链1606沿弧形的方向移动。因此，显示面板1604能够同时围绕着基座的第一点和沿弧形限定的多个第二点在弧形的方向上移动，其中所述弧形位于垂直于基座的平面上。A first hinge 1606 is provided to movably connect the base 1605 of the video system to the stand 1607 . The bracket 1607 can be movably connected to the video display panel 1604 through the second hinge 1608 . The first hinge 1606 is disposed along one edge of the base 1605 . The second hinge 1608 is connected at a point between two opposite sides of the display panel 1604 so that the display panel 1604 can be positioned against the base 1605 facing or facing away from the base 1605 . Manipulating first hinge 1606 and second hinge 1608 in a plane perpendicular to video system base 1605 causes display panel 1604 to move about first hinge 1606 in an arcuate direction. Therefore, the display panel 1604 can move in an arc direction around the first point of the base and a plurality of second points defined along the arc at the same time, wherein the arc is located on a plane perpendicular to the base.

铰链可以沿着多个轴线移动。例如，第二铰链1608能够在垂直于视频系统基座1605的平面上运动，并且还可以左右摇动。按照另一实施例，铰链可以是球窝型铰链，这样就能够使显示面板1604定位在多个平面的任一平面上。The hinge can move along multiple axes. For example, the second hinge 1608 can move in a plane perpendicular to the video system base 1605, and can also rock from side to side. According to another embodiment, the hinge may be a ball-and-socket type hinge, which enables the display panel 1604 to be positioned on any one of a plurality of planes.

参照图16C，视频系统1601能够被永久地安装或连接到头枕102的对接台1609上。该对接台1609固定在头枕102上，特别是可以固定在内部的头枕支承结构1610上。举例来说，可利用图4A所示的钩子401和图4B所示的螺钉402对对接台1609进行紧固。本领域的技术人员能够认识到还可以采用其它固定对接台的方式，如粘结剂。对接台1609紧固在视频系统1601的基座1605上，使显示屏枢转离开基座1605。Referring to FIG. 16C , video system 1601 can be permanently mounted or attached to docking station 1609 of headrest 102 . The docking station 1609 is fastened to the headrest 102 , in particular to the inner headrest support structure 1610 . For example, the docking station 1609 can be fastened by using the hook 401 shown in FIG. 4A and the screw 402 shown in FIG. 4B . Those skilled in the art can recognize that other ways of fixing the docking station, such as adhesive, can also be used. Docking station 1609 is fastened to base 1605 of video system 1601 , allowing the display screen to pivot away from base 1605 .

如图16C所示，视频系统1601能够与对接台1609分离(切断视图)。能够自主操作视频系统1601。也就是说，当与对接台1609分离时，视频系统能够存取到用以播放的数据，如电影。当与对接台1609断开时，视频系统1601能够在电源的供电下工作，其中所述电源可以是任意的电池或者是连接于外部电源如交流电或直流电的线路。这一连接位于视频系统1601的基座1605处。As shown in Figure 16C, the video system 1601 can be detached from the docking station 1609 (cutaway view). Able to operate the video system 1601 autonomously. That is, when detached from the docking station 1609, the video system can access data for playback, such as movies. When disconnected from the docking station 1609, the video system 1601 can be powered by a power source, which can be any battery or a line connected to an external power source such as AC or DC. This connection is located at the base 1605 of the video system 1601 .

参照图17A至17D，图中示出了视频系统1601和对接台1701。该视频系统1601是可拆卸的，因此视频系统能够与对接台1701分离。该视频系统1601包括基座1605和显示面板1604。Referring to Figures 17A to 17D, a video system 1601 and a docking station 1701 are shown. The video system 1601 is detachable, so the video system can be separated from the docking station 1701 . The video system 1601 includes a base 1605 and a display panel 1604 .

视频系统的基座1605包括控制面板1702。该控制面板1702带有多个控制装置，以用于控制媒体播放器的功能，如音量控制、上一个、下一个、暂停、弹出和播放，还带有一电源开/关按钮。举例来说，所述控制装置可以是按钮、开关、触敏式液晶显示器等。基座还带有用来遮蔽诸如DVD或CD-ROM之类播放器的盖子1703。The base 1605 of the video system includes a control panel 1702 . The control panel 1702 has a plurality of controls for controlling the functions of the media player, such as volume control, previous, next, pause, eject and play, as well as a power on/off button. For example, the control device may be a button, a switch, a touch-sensitive liquid crystal display, or the like. The base also has a cover 1703 for covering a player such as a DVD or CD-ROM.

对接台1701包括分离视频系统1601的控制装置1704和可独立于基座分离显示面板1604的控制装置1705，因此可以在打开显示面板1604的同时对视频系统1601进行对接。用来分离显示面板1604的控制装置1705可以操纵锁闩或其它能够将显示面板1604保持在基座1605上的保持部件。对接台1701还可以包括附加元件，如礼貌灯(courtesy light)1706、音频/视频端口、遥控信号接收器等。The docking station 1701 includes a control device 1704 for detaching the video system 1601 and a control device 1705 for detaching the display panel 1604 independently of the base, so that the video system 1601 can be docked while the display panel 1604 is open. The controls 1705 for detaching the display panel 1604 may operate latches or other retaining features capable of retaining the display panel 1604 on the base 1605 . The docking station 1701 may also include additional elements such as a courtesy light 1706, audio/video ports, remote control signal receivers, and the like.

参照图17B和17E，第一铰链1606和第二铰链1608都连接在支架1607上。与第一铰链1606和第二铰链1608组合在一起的支架1607将显示面板1604连接到被对接在对接台1701中的视频系统的基座上。显示面板1604包括可以显示出数据的显示屏1709。当使显示面板1604闭合时，例如将其锁定在基座上时，显示屏1709是可视的，或者也可以由显示面板1604的后部1710保护起来。如图16A-16B和17E所示，可以将显示面板1604锁定到后部，并且使显示屏面向着背部以便于存储，或者使显示屏面背着背部以便于观看。Referring to FIGS. 17B and 17E , both the first hinge 1606 and the second hinge 1608 are connected to the bracket 1607 . Bracket 1607 combined with first hinge 1606 and second hinge 1608 connects display panel 1604 to the base of the video system docked in docking station 1701 . The display panel 1604 includes a display screen 1709 on which data can be displayed. The display screen 1709 is visible when the display panel 1604 is closed, such as when it is locked on a base, or may be protected by the rear portion 1710 of the display panel 1604 . As shown in Figures 16A-16B and 17E, the display panel 1604 can be locked to the rear with the display facing the back for storage or the display facing the back for viewing.

回来再参照图6A-6B，与图6A所示的对接台303相同，对接台1701与车辆的电气系统相连。例如，对接台1701可通过线束连接到例如12V的车辆电源上。与图6B所示的视频系统603相同，能够通过管脚阵列601和602向视频系统1601提供电源。对接台1701能够与车辆的数据通信总线连接。所述数据通信总线能够对外部设备进行数据传送。Referring back to FIGS. 6A-6B , like docking station 303 shown in FIG. 6A , docking station 1701 is connected to the vehicle's electrical system. For example, docking station 1701 may be connected to a vehicle power source, such as 12V, via a wiring harness. Like the video system 603 shown in FIG. 6B , power can be provided to the video system 1601 through the pin arrays 601 and 602 . The docking station 1701 can be connected to the data communication bus of the vehicle. The data communication bus can transmit data to external devices.

回来再参照图7A和7B，与对接台303相同，对接台1701包括如图7A所示的快速分离机构或如图7B所示、与凸起部分706相匹配的凹入部分707，以用于对视频系统1601进行固定和分离。Referring back to Figures 7A and 7B, like the docking station 303, the docking station 1701 includes a quick release mechanism as shown in Figure 7A or a concave portion 707 that matches the raised portion 706 as shown in Figure 7B for Video system 1601 is fixed and detached.

可以理解，按照本发明的便携式视频系统能够被容易地拆下，而且能够在车外对其进行操作，如在家里和办公室的环境下。此外，还能够通过例如螺钉、钩子和粘合剂，永久地将视频系统连接到头枕的支承结构上。It will be appreciated that the portable video system according to the present invention can be easily detached and operated outside the vehicle, such as in a home and office environment. In addition, it is also possible to permanently attach the video system to the support structure of the headrest by eg screws, hooks and adhesives.

参照图18A和18B，视频系统1601可以安装在某一表面上，如架下或桌上。带有显示屏和基座的所述视频系统1601能够与托架1801连接。该托架1801包括带有铰链1802和锁销1803的基座，以及与铰链1802相连、并且在和锁销1803断开时能够转动离开表面1805的臂部1804。当把臂部1804连接时，视频系统1601能够转动离开表面1805。该视频系统1601可通过对接台1701连接到托架上，这样就更便于将视频系统1601拆下。在操作对接台1701处，对接台能够与托架上可移动离开表面1805的部分相连。Referring to Figures 18A and 18B, video system 1601 may be mounted on a surface, such as under a shelf or on a table. The video system 1601 with display screen and base can be connected to the bracket 1801 . The bracket 1801 includes a base with a hinge 1802 and a detent 1803, and an arm 1804 connected to the hinge 1802 and capable of pivoting away from the surface 1805 when disengaged from the detent 1803. When the arm 1804 is attached, the video system 1601 can be rotated away from the surface 1805 . The video system 1601 can be connected to the bracket through the docking station 1701, so that the video system 1601 is more convenient to be removed. At operative docking station 1701 , the docking station can be connected to a portion of the carriage that is movable away from surface 1805 .

参照图19A-19C，安装在头枕1901上的视频系统1900包括盖子1902，它通过一个或多个铰链1904与基座1910相连。所述盖子1902包括娱乐装置1950和形成在其对侧上的显示屏1920。举例来说，该娱乐装置1950和这里所述的其它娱乐装置可以包括DVD播放器、CD-ROM播放器、电视游戏机、盒式放像机(VCP)、电视和广播调谐器、MP3播放器或类似的能够下载和播放经过计算机处理过的视频和/或音频文件的设备，或者是上述任何媒介资源的结合。通过盖子1902上被适当定位的开口可以在显示屏1920和娱乐装置1950之间实现连接。或者，盖子1902可以由一中心开口的部件构成，该中心开口的部件被框架围绕起来，其中显示屏1920以及连接在其背面的娱乐装置1950都被适宜地装配在由框架限定出边界的中心开口部分中。也能够通过螺钉、钩子、粘合剂、模制成型、压力配合以及/或者本领域技术人员已知的其它方式将显示屏1920和娱乐装置1950都固定在盖子1902上。与图4A-4B所示类似，能够通过螺钉402、钩子401、粘合剂、环氧树脂和/或本领域技术人员已知的其它方式将基座1910固定到头枕1901上。如图22所示，基座固定在头枕1901中，特别是可以固定在其内部的头枕支承结构1925上。作为安装到内部头枕支承结构上的一个可替代方案，也可以将基座直接连接(如胶粘或铆接)到头枕的主体上。Referring to FIGS. 19A-19C , a video system 1900 mounted on a headrest 1901 includes a cover 1902 connected to a base 1910 by one or more hinges 1904 . The cover 1902 includes an entertainment device 1950 and a display screen 1920 formed on opposite sides thereof. By way of example, the entertainment device 1950 and other entertainment devices described herein may include a DVD player, CD-ROM player, video game console, video cassette player (VCP), television and radio tuner, MP3 player, or similar A device capable of downloading and playing computer-processed video and/or audio files, or a combination of any of the above media sources. Connection between display screen 1920 and entertainment device 1950 may be made through appropriately positioned openings in cover 1902 . Alternatively, the cover 1902 may be formed from a centrally open member surrounded by a frame, wherein the display screen 1920 and the entertainment device 1950 attached to its back are suitably fitted in the central opening bounded by the frame. section. Both display screen 1920 and entertainment device 1950 can also be secured to cover 1902 by screws, hooks, adhesive, molding, press fit, and/or other means known to those skilled in the art. Similar to that shown in FIGS. 4A-4B , the base 1910 can be secured to the headrest 1901 by screws 402 , hooks 401 , adhesives, epoxy, and/or other means known to those skilled in the art. As shown in FIG. 22, the base is secured within the headrest 1901, and in particular may be secured to a headrest support structure 1925 within it. As an alternative to mounting to the internal headrest support structure, it is also possible to attach (eg glue or rivet) the base directly to the main body of the headrest.

位于盖子1902顶部的铰链1904能够使盖子1902枢转离开基座1910，从而将插槽型娱乐装置1950的插槽1952露出来，以用于接收数据媒介1955，如DVD。铰链1904可以被设置在盖子1902的顶部、侧面或底部，并且根据铰链1904的位置，可将插槽1952设置在娱乐装置1950的顶部、侧面或底部。举例来说，可以通过拉动凸起1903和/或按压使盖子1902从基座1910上离开的按钮(未示出)将盖子打开。通过使盖子1902的分离侧与基座1910再次接合可以将盖子1902闭合。在盖子1902处于闭合位置时能够播放所期望的节目以供观看。A hinge 1904 at the top of the cover 1902 enables the cover 1902 to pivot away from the base 1910, thereby exposing a slot 1952 of a slot-type entertainment device 1950 for receiving a data medium 1955, such as a DVD. Hinge 1904 may be positioned on the top, side, or bottom of cover 1902, and depending on the location of hinge 1904, slot 1952 may be positioned on the top, side, or bottom of entertainment device 1950. Lid 1902 may be opened by pulling tab 1903 and/or pressing a button (not shown) that disengages lid 1902 from base 1910, for example. The lid 1902 can be closed by reengaging the disengaged side of the lid 1902 with the base 1910 . A desired program can be played for viewing while the lid 1902 is in the closed position.

用于显示视频信息的显示屏1920为一薄板型显示屏，优选为LCD型显示屏。显示屏1920上的控制面板1980包括可控制显示屏显示特性的控制按钮1981。The display screen 1920 for displaying video information is a thin panel display screen, preferably an LCD display screen. The control panel 1980 on the display screen 1920 includes control buttons 1981 for controlling display characteristics of the display screen.

显示屏1920可以包括输入和输出端口。例如，音频/视频输入/输出端口1982，耳机端口1983，电源端口1984以及用来传输和/或接收诸如遥控信号之类的红外端口1985。应当理解的是，也能够提供其它的端口类型，如用于连接游戏控制装置或耳机的RCA插孔或USB端口。可以将这些端口设置在视频系统1900的任意传统的位置上，如视频系统1900的底部、顶部或侧面。Display 1920 may include input and output ports. For example, an audio/video input/output port 1982, a headphone port 1983, a power port 1984, and an infrared port 1985 for transmitting and/or receiving signals such as remote controls. It should be understood that other port types could also be provided, such as RCA jacks or USB ports for connecting game consoles or headphones. These ports may be located in any conventional location on video system 1900, such as the bottom, top, or side of video system 1900.

扬声器(未示出)用来展现与所播放音频节目相关的音频信息，它被安装在头枕1901中、或者是安装到盖子1902、基座1910、显示屏1920或娱乐装置1950上。或者，可通过现有的车辆音频系统向乘车者提供音频。A speaker (not shown) for presenting audio information related to the audio program being played is mounted in the headrest 1901 or mounted to the cover 1902 , base 1910 , display 1920 or entertainment device 1950 . Alternatively, audio may be provided to vehicle occupants through the existing vehicle audio system.

为了能够通过无线耳机获得音频接收，显示屏1920可以包括一无线发送器1995，以便能够在无线耳机中将无线信号传送给无线接收器。无线信号可以包括以Bluetooth^方式使用的音频射频信号，或以Whitefire^方式使用的红外(IR)信号。优选的是无线发送器1995应能够从多个信道中以对于每个信道来说不同的频率将无线信号传送出去。采用多信道可以在使用者观看显示屏上的不同节目时，避免多个无线耳机之间的干扰。也可以对无线信号进行编码以防止无线耳机之间的干扰。例如，这种编码可以以扩展频谱为基础。无线传送器1995能够包括一光学传送设备(如，LED、激光等)和一用于对IR信号和RF信号分别进行无线传送的天线。To enable audio reception through the wireless headset, the display 1920 may include a wireless transmitter 1995 to enable wireless signal transmission to the wireless receiver in the wireless headset. Wireless signals may include audio radio frequency signals used in Bluetooth ^(R) , or infrared ( ^IR ) signals used in Whitefire(R). Preferably the wireless transmitter 1995 should be able to transmit wireless signals from multiple channels at different frequencies for each channel. The use of multiple channels can avoid interference between multiple wireless earphones when the user watches different programs on the display screen. The wireless signal can also be encoded to prevent interference between wireless headphones. For example, such coding can be based on spread spectrum. Wireless transmitter 1995 can include an optical transmission device (eg, LED, laser, etc.) and an antenna for wireless transmission of IR signals and RF signals, respectively.

视频系统1900能够通过线束与例如12V的车辆电源相连。该视频系统1900也能够与用来对外部设备进行数据传送的车辆数据通信总线连接。因此，视频系统1900就能够与外部设备连接，这些外部设备可以包括安装在另一头枕中的从属视频显示单元、安全系统和车辆音响系统。Video system 1900 can be connected to a vehicle power source, eg 12V, through a wiring harness. The video system 1900 can also be connected to a vehicle data communication bus for data transfer to external devices. Thus, the video system 1900 is able to interface with external devices, which may include a slave video display unit installed in another headrest, a security system, and a vehicle audio system.

可以将对娱乐装置1950起控制作用的控制装置1956，如音量、前一个、后一个、暂停、弹出、播放和电源开/关设置在盖子1902上、显示屏1920上以及/或者娱乐装置1950上。例如，这些控制装置能够是按钮、开关、触敏式液晶显示器等。Controls 1956 for controlling the entertainment device 1950 such as volume, previous, next, pause, eject, play, and power on/off can be located on the cover 1902, on the display screen 1920, and/or on the entertainment device 1950 . For example, these controls can be buttons, switches, touch-sensitive liquid crystal displays, and the like.

图20A-20E示出了安装在头枕2001中的视频系统2000的又一实施方案，其中娱乐装置2050连同显示屏2020一起都结合在头枕2001中。20A-20E illustrate yet another embodiment of a video system 2000 mounted in a headrest 2001 in which an entertainment device 2050 is incorporated into the headrest 2001 along with a display screen 2020 .

如图20A-20E所示，盖子2002通过一个或多个铰链2004与基座2010连接。盖子2002包括显示屏2020和形成在其对侧上的娱乐装置，这与前述实施方案中的盖子1902和娱乐装置1950是相同的。显示屏2020和娱乐装置2050都能够固定到盖子2002上，并且能够通过与前面对头枕1901所述相同或类似的手段将基座2010固定到头枕2001上。As shown in FIGS. 20A-20E , the lid 2002 is attached to the base 2010 by one or more hinges 2004 . The cover 2002 includes the display screen 2020 and the entertainment device formed on the opposite side thereof, which is the same as the cover 1902 and the entertainment device 1950 in the previous embodiment. Both display screen 2020 and entertainment device 2050 can be secured to cover 2002 and base 2010 can be secured to headrest 2001 by the same or similar means as previously described for headrest 1901 .

位于盖子2002顶部的铰链2004能够使盖子2002枢转180°离开基座2010，以便将翻盖型娱乐装置2050的盖2052显露出来，能够将该娱乐装置的盖打开，把数据媒介如DVD插入到该娱乐装置2050中。如果能够实现简单地操作盖2052，并且随后可以将数据媒介插入到娱乐装置中或从中取出，就需要采用可以使盖子2002枢转超过180°或小于180°的铰链2004。例如，可通过拉动凸起2003将盖子2002打开。作为凸起2003的替代，可以按压一按钮(未示出)以便将盖子2002从基座2010释放。例如，可通过拉动凸起(未示出)和/或按压盖2052从娱乐装置2050上分离的按钮2053将盖2052打开。通过使盖子2002的分离侧与基座2010再次接合可以将盖子2002闭合。在盖子2002处于闭合位置时能够播放所期望的节目以供观看。A hinge 2004 at the top of the lid 2002 enables the lid 2002 to pivot 180° away from the base 2010 to reveal the lid 2052 of a clamshell entertainment device 2050 that can be opened to insert a data medium such as a DVD into the Entertainment device 2050. If the lid 2052 can be easily manipulated and the data medium can then be inserted or removed from the entertainment device, a hinge 2004 that allows the lid 2002 to pivot more than 180° or less than 180° would need to be employed. For example, the lid 2002 can be opened by pulling the protrusion 2003 . Instead of the protrusion 2003, a button (not shown) may be pressed to release the cover 2002 from the base 2010. For example, the cover 2052 can be opened by pulling a tab (not shown) and/or pressing a button 2053 that separates the cover 2052 from the entertainment device 2050 . The lid 2002 can be closed by re-engaging the disengaged side of the lid 2002 with the base 2010 . A desired program can be played for viewing while the lid 2002 is in the closed position.

与前述实施方案中的显示屏1920相同，显示屏2020为一薄板型显示屏，优选为LCD型显示屏，它包括带有控制按钮2081的控制面板2080，以用于控制显示屏显示特性。Same as the display screen 1920 in the previous embodiment, the display screen 2020 is a thin panel display screen, preferably an LCD display screen, which includes a control panel 2080 with control buttons 2081 for controlling display characteristics of the display screen.

与上述无线发送器1995和输入/输出端口1982-1985类似，无线发送器2095和输入/输出端口2082-2085可以被设置在盖子2002、显示屏2020或基座2010上的任意适宜位置上。此外，可通过现有的车辆音频系统或安装在头枕2001中的扬声器向乘车者提供音频。例如，图中示出了扬声器2057安装在娱乐装置2050中。与上述音频系统1900类似，音频系统2000也可以与车辆电源或外部设备连接。Similar to wireless transmitter 1995 and input/output ports 1982-1985 described above, wireless transmitter 2095 and input/output ports 2082-2085 may be located at any suitable location on cover 2002, display 2020, or base 2010. Additionally, audio may be provided to the vehicle occupants through an existing vehicle audio system or speakers installed in the head restraints 2001 . For example, the figure shows that the speaker 2057 is installed in the entertainment device 2050 . Similar to the audio system 1900 described above, the audio system 2000 can also be connected to a vehicle power source or external devices.

此外，与控制装置1956类似，对娱乐装置2050其控制作用的控制装置2056可以被设置在盖子2002、显示屏2020和/或娱乐装置2050上。Additionally, controls 2056 for controlling the entertainment device 2050 may be located on the cover 2002 , the display screen 2020 and/or the entertainment device 2050 , similar to the controls 1956 .

图21A-21D示出了安装在头枕2101中的视频系统2100的又一实施方案，其中娱乐装置2150连同显示屏2120一起都结合在头枕2120中。21A-21D illustrate yet another embodiment of a video system 2100 mounted in a headrest 2101 in which an entertainment device 2150 is incorporated in the headrest 2120 along with a display screen 2120 .

如图21A-21D所示，盖子2102通过一个或多个铰链2104与基座2110相连。盖子2102包括形成在其前面的显示屏2120。能够利用下述方式将显示屏2120固定到盖子2102上，如螺钉、钩子、粘合剂、模制成型、压力配合、适宜地装配到由框架限定出边界的盖子2102的中心开口部分中，以及/或者本领域技术人员已知的其它方式。利用与上述其它实施方案相同或相似的手段将基座2110固定到头枕2101上。As shown in FIGS. 21A-21D , the lid 2102 is connected to the base 2110 by one or more hinges 2104 . The cover 2102 includes a display screen 2120 formed on the front thereof. The display screen 2120 can be secured to the cover 2102 by means such as screws, hooks, adhesive, molding, press fit, suitably fitted into the central opening portion of the cover 2102 bounded by the frame, And/or other methods known to those skilled in the art. The base 2110 is secured to the headrest 2101 by the same or similar means as the other embodiments described above.

位于盖子2102顶部的铰链2104能够使盖子2102枢转离开基座2110，以便将位于基座2110内的翻盖型娱乐装置2150显露出来。能够利用本领域技术人员已知的任何可接受的方式，如螺钉、钩子、粘结剂、模制成型和压力配合将娱乐装置2150固定到基座2110上。也可以有选择性地将娱乐装置2150设置在基座2110中，从而代替另一种采用相同或不同媒介进行操作的不同的娱乐装置。Hinge 2104 at the top of lid 2102 enables lid 2102 to pivot away from base 2110 to reveal clamshell-type entertainment device 2150 within base 2110 . The entertainment device 2150 can be secured to the base 2110 using any acceptable means known to those skilled in the art, such as screws, hooks, adhesives, molding and press fit. The entertainment device 2150 may also optionally be disposed in the base 2110 in place of another different entertainment device that operates using the same or a different medium.

娱乐装置2150包括能够被打开、以便将数据媒介如DVD插入到该娱乐装置2150中的盖2152。铰链2104可以设置在盖子2102的顶部、侧面或底部。例如，可利用拉动凸起2103将盖子2102打开。或者，还可以按压按钮(未示出)将盖子2102从基座2110上取下。可以利用拉动凸起(未示出)和/或按压使盖2152与娱乐装置2150分离的按钮2153将盖2152打开。通过使盖子2102的分离侧与基座2110再次接合可以将盖子2102闭合。在盖子2102处于闭合位置时能够播放所期望的节目以供观看。The entertainment device 2150 includes a cover 2152 that can be opened to insert a data medium, such as a DVD, into the entertainment device 2150 . Hinge 2104 may be provided on the top, side or bottom of lid 2102 . For example, the lid 2102 can be opened using the pull tab 2103 . Alternatively, a button (not shown) can also be pressed to remove the cover 2102 from the base 2110 . The cover 2152 can be opened by pulling a tab (not shown) and/or pressing a button 2153 that separates the cover 2152 from the entertainment device 2150 . The lid 2102 can be closed by reengaging the disengaged side of the lid 2102 with the base 2110 . A desired program can be played for viewing while the lid 2102 is in the closed position.

与前述实施方案中的显示屏1920和2020类似，显示屏2120为一薄板型显示屏，优选为LCD型显示屏，它包括带有控制按钮2181的控制面板2180，以用于控制显示屏的特性。Similar to the displays 1920 and 2020 of the previous embodiments, the display 2120 is a thin panel display, preferably an LCD display, which includes a control panel 2180 with control buttons 2181 for controlling the characteristics of the display .

与上述无线发送器1995和输入/输出端口1982-1985类似，无线发送器2195和输入/输出端口2182-2185可以被设置在盖子2102、显示屏2120或基座2110上的任意适宜位置上。此外，可通过现有的车辆音频系统、或通过安装在头枕2101中、娱乐装置2150中、盖子2102上、基座2110上或显示屏2120上的扬声器向乘车者提供音频。与上述视频系统1900相同，视频系统2100也可以连接到车辆电源和外部设备上。Similar to wireless transmitter 1995 and input/output ports 1982-1985 described above, wireless transmitter 2195 and input/output ports 2182-2185 may be located at any suitable location on cover 2102, display 2120, or base 2110. Additionally, audio may be provided to vehicle occupants through an existing vehicle audio system, or through speakers mounted in the headrest 2101 , in the entertainment unit 2150 , on the lid 2102 , on the base 2110 , or on the display screen 2120 . Like the video system 1900 described above, the video system 2100 can also be connected to a vehicle power source and external devices.

此外，与控制装置1956相似，对娱乐装置2150起控制作用的控制装置2156可以被设置在盖子2102、显示屏2120和/或娱乐装置2150上。例如，图21D所示的控制装置2156设置在娱乐装置2150上。Additionally, similar to controls 1956 , controls 2156 for controlling entertainment device 2150 may be disposed on cover 2102 , display screen 2120 and/or entertainment device 2150 . For example, a control device 2156 shown in FIG. 21D is provided on the entertainment device 2150 .

当不使用视频系统时，如图23所示，盖2300能够将视频系统遮蔽起来。盖2300可以由塑料、木材、皮革、乙烯基、织物和/或铝制成。取决于盖所选用的材料，能够通过锁销、钩子、扣合、维可牢尼龙搭扣(Velcro)和/或拉链对盖2300进行紧固。盖2300可以包括用于接收锁销等的开口。When the video system is not in use, as shown in FIG. 23, the cover 2300 can hide the video system. Cover 2300 may be made of plastic, wood, leather, vinyl, fabric, and/or aluminum. Depending on the material chosen for the cover, the cover 2300 can be secured by latches, hooks, snaps, Velcro and/or zippers. Cover 2300 may include an opening for receiving a latch or the like.

参照图24，图中示出了一娱乐系统2400，其中用于媒体源2450的外壳2402被结合在车座2401中主体2403上。如图25所示，一娱乐系统2500包括用于媒体源2550的外壳2502，它被结合在车座2501的头枕2505中。Referring to FIG. 24 , an entertainment system 2400 is shown in which a housing 2402 for a media source 2450 is incorporated into a body 2403 in a vehicle seat 2401 . As shown in FIG. 25 , an entertainment system 2500 includes a housing 2502 for a media source 2550 incorporated into a headrest 2505 of a vehicle seat 2501 .

媒体源2450，2550可以包括DVD播放器、CD-ROM播放器、视频游戏播放器、盒式放像机(VCP)、电视或广播调谐器，以及MP3播放器、数字视频录像机(DVR)或能够下载、记录、存储(如在一存储设备上，如硬盘)和/或播放视频和/或音频文件或节目的类似设备。媒体源2450，2550还可以包括上述媒体源的任意组合。如果媒体源中需要插入数据媒介如DVD，那么该媒体源可以是翻盖型设备，它是通过可以设置在设备顶部(图27D)的盖将数据媒介插入到媒体源中；或者是插槽型设备，它是通过媒体源中的插槽插入数据媒介的；或者是抽屉型设备，它带有抽屉和用于将数据媒介固定到适当位置上的轴；或者也可以是被构造成可接收数据媒介的其它设备。Media sources 2450, 2550 may include DVD players, CD-ROM players, video game players, video cassette players (VCPs), television or radio tuners, as well as MP3 players, digital video recorders (DVRs) or downloadable, A similar device that records, stores (eg on a storage device such as a hard disk) and/or plays video and/or audio files or programs. Media sources 2450, 2550 may also include any combination of the above media sources. If a data medium such as a DVD needs to be inserted into the media source, then the media source can be a clamshell type device that inserts the data medium into the media source through a cover that can be placed on top of the device (FIG. 27D); or a slot type device , which inserts the data media through a slot in the media source; or a drawer-type device with a drawer and shafts for securing the data media in place; or a device constructed to receive the data media other equipment.

如图4A-4B以及25所示，能够通过螺钉402、钩子401、粘结剂、环氧树脂和/或本领域技术人员已知的其它方式将外壳2402，2502固定到车座2401，2501上。如图25所示，外壳2502能够被固定到头枕2502的内部支承结构2525上。或者如图26所示，外壳2402可以被固定到车座2401主体2403的内部结构2425，2426上。作为安装内部支承结构的可替换方案，外壳2402，2502还可以与座椅主体或头枕中的车内装饰部分相连(如胶粘或铆接)。As shown in FIGS. 4A-4B and 25, the housings 2402, 2502 can be fixed to the saddles 2401, 2501 by screws 402, hooks 401, adhesives, epoxy, and/or other methods known to those skilled in the art. . As shown in FIG. 25 , the housing 2502 can be secured to the inner support structure 2525 of the head restraint 2502 . Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 26 , the outer shell 2402 may be secured to the inner structure 2425 , 2426 of the body 2403 of the saddle 2401 . As an alternative to mounting an internal support structure, the shells 2402, 2502 may also be attached (eg, glued or riveted) to the seat body or the interior trim in the headrest.

能够通过本领域技术人员已知的任何可接收的方式，如采用螺钉、钩子、粘结剂、模制成型和压力配合将媒体源2450，2550永久地固定外壳2402，2502的空腔和开口部分2410，2510内。优选将媒体源由选择地插入和安装到空腔2410，2510中，并且还能够将它们从空腔中取出。可以有选择地将媒体源2450，2550安装到空腔2410，2510内，因此它们可以代替另一种采用相同或不同媒介进行操作的不同的娱乐装置。The media sources 2450, 2550 can be permanently secured to the cavities and openings of the housings 2402, 2502 by any acceptable means known to those skilled in the art, such as using screws, hooks, adhesives, molding and press fit Sections 2410, 2510 within. The media sources are preferably selectively inserted and mounted into the cavities 2410, 2510 and also able to be removed from the cavities. Media sources 2450, 2550 can be selectively mounted within cavities 2410, 2510 so they can replace another different entertainment device operating with the same or a different medium.

再返回参照图7A-7B，与对接台303类似，外壳2402，2502可以包括如图7A所示的快速分离机构，或者包括如图7B所示用于接收凸起部分706的凹入部分707，以用于对媒体源2450，2550进行固定和分离。Referring back to Figures 7A-7B, similar to the docking station 303, the housings 2402, 2502 may include a quick release mechanism as shown in Figure 7A, or include a recessed portion 707 for receiving a raised portion 706 as shown in Figure 7B, For securing and detaching media sources 2450, 2550.

再返回参照图6A和6B，与对接台303类似，位于空腔2410，250内的外壳2402，2502的一面壁上带有管脚阵列601，它用于与位于媒体源2450、2550上的管脚阵列602相连。当把媒体源2450，2550固定到外壳2402，2502上时，管脚阵列601和媒体源的管脚阵列602能够对媒体源2450，2550进行数据的传送。因此，媒体源能够通过外壳2402，2502与外部设备连接。举例来说，所述外部设备包括安装在车辆另一部件中的从属视频显示屏、安全系统以及车辆音响系统。Referring back to Figures 6A and 6B, similar to docking station 303, housing 2402, 2502 within cavity 2410, 250 has a pin array 601 on one wall for interfacing with tubes located on media source 2450, 2550. Pin array 602 is connected. When the media sources 2450, 2550 are fixed to the casings 2402, 2502, the pin array 601 and the pin array 602 of the media sources can transmit data to the media sources 2450, 2550. Thus, media sources can be connected to external devices through the housings 2402,2502. Such external devices include, for example, a slave video display installed in another component of the vehicle, a security system, and a vehicle audio system.

媒体源2450，2550还可以通过外壳2402，2502与车辆的电源相连。外壳2402，2502能够与车辆的电气系统连接，并通过线束与车辆的例如12V电源连接。可通过管脚阵列601和602将电源供给媒体源2450，2550。外壳2402，2502还能够与车辆的数据通信总线连接，这里所述的数据通信总线能够对外部设备进行数据的传送。The media sources 2450, 2550 can also be connected to the vehicle's power source through the housings 2402, 2502. The housings 2402, 2502 can be connected to the electrical system of the vehicle, and to the vehicle's, for example, 12V power supply via a wiring harness. Power may be supplied to media sources 2450 , 2550 through pin arrays 601 and 602 . The housings 2402, 2502 can also be connected to the data communication bus of the vehicle, and the data communication bus mentioned here can transmit data to external devices.

再返回参照图3D，头枕308可以包括开口309，以用于接收将要被插入到媒体源(如媒体源2450或2550)中的数据媒介。Referring back again to FIG. 3D , the headrest 308 may include an opening 309 for receiving a data medium to be inserted into a media source (eg, media source 2450 or 2550 ).

参照图27A-27D，一娱乐系统2700安装在车座2701中，其中用于媒体源2750的外壳2702被结合在车座2701的头枕或车座2701的主体上。一显示屏2720与外壳2702相连。与外壳2402，2502和媒体源2440，2550相似，外壳2702也连接到座椅2701上，并且以图24和25所示实施方案中类似的方式将媒体源2750安装到外壳2702中。媒体源2750还可以包括上面所列与媒体源2450和2550相关的任何设备。此外，外壳2702可以包括与媒体源2750上的管脚阵列602相匹配的管脚阵列601，以用于传送电源和/或数据。Referring to FIGS. 27A-27D , an entertainment system 2700 is installed in a vehicle seat 2701 , wherein a housing 2702 for a media source 2750 is incorporated into the headrest of the vehicle seat 2701 or the body of the vehicle seat 2701 . A display screen 2720 is connected to the housing 2702 . Similar to housings 2402, 2502 and media sources 2440, 2550, housing 2702 is also attached to seat 2701, and media source 2750 is mounted into housing 2702 in a manner similar to the embodiment shown in FIGS. 24 and 25. Media source 2750 may also include any of the devices listed above in relation to media sources 2450 and 2550 . Additionally, housing 2702 may include pin array 601 that matches pin array 602 on media source 2750 for transmitting power and/or data.

如图27A-27D所示，盖子2730通过一个或多个铰链2732与外壳2702相连。盖子2730包括形成在其前面的显示屏2720。能够利用下述方式将显示屏2720固定到盖子2730上，如螺钉、钩子、粘合剂、模制成型、压力配合、适宜地装配到由框架限定出边界的盖子2730的中心开口部分中，以及/或者本领域技术人员已知的其它方式。Lid 2730 is connected to housing 2702 by one or more hinges 2732 as shown in FIGS. 27A-27D . The cover 2730 includes a display screen 2720 formed on the front thereof. The display screen 2720 can be secured to the cover 2730 by means such as screws, hooks, adhesive, molding, press fit, suitably fitting into the central opening portion of the cover 2730 bounded by the frame, And/or other methods known to those skilled in the art.

位于盖子2730顶部的铰链2732能够使盖子2730枢转离开外壳2702，以便将外壳内2702用于接收和支承媒体源2750的空腔2710显露出来。可把铰链2732设置在盖子2730的顶部、底部或侧面，只要盖子2730能够被打开以将接收媒体源2750的空腔2710显露出来。Hinge 2732 at the top of cover 2730 enables cover 2730 to pivot away from housing 2702 to reveal cavity 2710 within housing 2702 for receiving and supporting media source 2750 . Hinge 2732 may be positioned on the top, bottom, or side of lid 2730 so long as lid 2730 can be opened to reveal cavity 2710 that receives media source 2750 .

媒体源2750包括能够被打开、以便将数据媒介如DVD插入到该媒体源中的盖2752。例如，可利用拉动凸起2734将盖子2730打开。或者，还可以按压按钮(未示出)将盖子2730从外壳2702释放。可以利用拉动凸起(未示出)和/或按压按钮2754将盖2752打开，从而使盖2752与娱乐装置2750分离。通过使盖子2730的分离侧与外壳2702再次接合，可以将盖子2730闭合。在盖子2730处于闭合位置时能够播放所期望的节目以供观看。在图27D中示出了设置在媒体源2750上的控制装置2760，它用于控制媒体源的功能，如音量、前一个、下一个、暂停、弹出、播放以及电源开/关。Media source 2750 includes a cover 2752 that can be opened to insert a data medium, such as a DVD, into the media source. For example, the lid 2730 can be opened using the pull tab 2734 . Alternatively, a button (not shown) may also be pressed to release the cover 2730 from the housing 2702 . The cover 2752 can be opened using a pull tab (not shown) and/or a push button 2754 to separate the cover 2752 from the entertainment device 2750 . The lid 2730 can be closed by reengaging the disengaged side of the lid 2730 with the housing 2702 . A desired program can be played for viewing while the lid 2730 is in the closed position. 27D shows a control device 2760 disposed on the media source 2750, which is used to control the functions of the media source, such as volume, previous, next, pause, eject, play and power on/off.

显示屏2720为一薄板型显示屏，优选为LCD型显示屏。该显示屏2720的规格可以包括对角线长度为4-8英寸的TFT彩色液晶显示屏和彩色TFT有源矩阵显示屏。显示屏2720可以包括带有控制按钮2742、以用于控制显示屏特性的控制面板2740和用于一些设备的输入和输出端口2743，例如这些设备可以是外部设备或耳机。该媒体源2750还包括设置在其上的输入和输出端口。The display screen 2720 is a thin-plate display screen, preferably an LCD display screen. The specifications of the display screen 2720 may include a TFT color liquid crystal display screen and a color TFT active matrix display screen with a diagonal length of 4-8 inches. Display 2720 may include a control panel 2740 with control buttons 2742 for controlling display features and input and output ports 2743 for devices such as external devices or headphones. The media source 2750 also includes input and output ports disposed thereon.

应当理解的是，这种显示屏2720可以通过盖子连接到外壳2402，2502上，或者采用紧固件、螺钉、钩子、模制成型、扣合配合机构等直接与外壳相连。也可以手持、将显示屏安装到车辆中远离安装着媒体源的座椅的其它部件上，如安装到车辆内壁(如车厢顶棚)，另一座椅上或安装到与媒体源位于同一座椅上的不同部位(如当把媒体源设置在座椅主体上时，可将其安装到头枕上)。It should be appreciated that such a display screen 2720 may be attached to the housing 2402, 2502 via a cover, or directly to the housing using fasteners, screws, hooks, molding, snap fit mechanisms, or the like. It is also possible to hold and install the display screen on other parts of the vehicle away from the seat where the media source is installed, such as on the inner wall of the vehicle (such as the ceiling of the compartment), on another seat or on the same seat as the media source different parts on the seat (such as when the media source is set on the seat body, it can be installed on the headrest).

能够经由导线或其他一些电接插件将显示屏直接连接到媒体源上，或者使其通过外壳经由电接插件连接到管脚阵列601上。The display screen can be connected directly to the media source via wires or some other electrical connector, or it can be connected to the pin array 601 through the housing via electrical connectors.

可以通过管脚阵列601，602实现数据的传送。例如，可通过管脚阵列601，602将来自于DVR媒体源的数据传送给与外壳相连的显示屏，以便能够在显示屏上产生视频图像。同样地，也可以通过管脚阵列601，602将音频数据传递给与外壳相连的显示屏、扬声器和/或耳机，以便能够产生与视频图形相关联的音频。此外，可以经由有线传输或无线传输将音频数据通过显示屏发送给扬声器或耳机。也可以直接将来自于媒体源的视频和音频数据发送给显示屏、扬声器和/或耳机。还可以通过管脚阵列601，602或其它一些物理连接如导线连接或无线输送将来自于上述任一媒体源中的音频和/或视频数据传送给显示屏、扬声器和/或耳机。Data transmission can be realized through the pin arrays 601 , 602 . For example, data from a DVR media source may be communicated through the pin arrays 601, 602 to a display screen connected to the housing so that video images can be generated on the display screen. Likewise, audio data may also be passed through the pin arrays 601, 602 to a display screen, speakers and/or earphones connected to the housing so that audio associated with the video graphics can be generated. In addition, the audio data can be sent to a speaker or an earphone through the display screen via wired transmission or wireless transmission. Video and audio data from media sources can also be sent directly to the display, speakers and/or headphones. Audio and/or video data from any of the above media sources can also be transmitted to the display screen, speakers and/or earphones through the pin arrays 601, 602 or some other physical connections such as wire connections or wireless transmission.

为了能够通过无线耳机提供音频的接收，显示屏2720或媒体源2750可以包括无线发送器2775，以用于分别采用天线或光传送设备通过射频(RF)或红外信号(IR)将无线信号传送给无线耳机中的无线接收器。无线发送器2775能够从多个信道中以对于每个信道来说不同的频率将无线信号传送出去，从而能够在使用者观看显示屏上的不同节目时，避免多个无线耳机之间的干扰。还可以通过现有的音频系统或通过安装在座椅2701或媒体源2750上的扬声器向乘车者提供音频。To enable reception of audio via a wireless headset, display screen 2720 or media source 2750 may include a wireless transmitter 2775 for transmitting wireless signals via radio frequency (RF) or infrared signals (IR) to A wireless receiver in a wireless headset. The wireless transmitter 2775 can transmit wireless signals from multiple channels with different frequencies for each channel, so that when the user watches different programs on the display screen, interference between multiple wireless earphones can be avoided. Audio may also be provided to the vehicle occupants through an existing audio system or through speakers mounted on the seat 2701 or media source 2750 .

参照图23，与盖2300类似，当没有使用娱乐系统2400、2500和2700时，盖能够将外壳和空腔遮蔽起来。盖可以由塑料、木材、皮革、乙烯基、织物和/或铝制成。取决于盖所选用的材料，能够通过与图7所示相同的机构，或通过锁销、钩子、扣合、维可牢尼龙搭扣(Velcro)和/或拉链对盖进行紧固。所述盖和媒体源能够具有一个或多个相同的特征，如都带有用于接收锁闩等的开口。Referring to Figure 23, similar to cover 2300, when entertainment systems 2400, 2500, and 2700 are not in use, the cover can conceal the housing and cavity. Covers can be made of plastic, wood, leather, vinyl, fabric and/or aluminum. Depending on the material chosen for the cover, the cover can be secured by the same mechanism as shown in Figure 7, or by latches, hooks, snaps, Velcro and/or zippers. The cover and media source can share one or more of the same features, such as both having an opening for receiving a latch or the like.

应当理解的是媒体源2450，2550和/或2750能够被容易地从车辆上拆下，而且也能够在车辆外部，如在家或办公室的环境下对其进行操作。It should be appreciated that media sources 2450, 2550 and/or 2750 can be easily removed from the vehicle, and can also be operated outside of the vehicle, such as in a home or office environment.

显示屏的规格可以包括对角线长度为4-8英寸的TFT彩色液晶显示屏和彩色TFT有源矩阵显示屏。安装在头枕中、带有基座的视频系统的尺寸为大约150-250mm宽，125-175mm长和30-60mm厚。The specifications of the display screen can include a TFT color liquid crystal display screen and a color TFT active matrix display screen with a diagonal length of 4-8 inches. The dimensions of the video system with base mounted in the headrest are approximately 150-250mm wide, 125-175mm long and 30-60mm thick.

这里已经对娱乐系统的实施方案进行了描述，应当注意的是本领域人员可以根据上述教导进行改进和改变。因此应当理解的是可以在由所附权利要求限定的本发明的范围和实质内对本发明的特定实施方案进行改变。因此，在专利法的要求下对本发明进行了详细和特定的说明，其由专利证书所要求和保护的已在所附的权利要求中提出。Embodiments of the entertainment system have been described here, and it should be noted that those skilled in the art can make improvements and changes based on the above teachings. It is therefore to be understood that changes may be made in the particular embodiments of the invention which are within the scope and spirit of the invention as defined by the appended claims. Having thus described the invention with the details and particularity required by the patent laws, what is claimed and protected by Letters Patent is set forth in the appended claims.