ES1061958U - Entertainment cabin (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Entertainment cabin (1) comprising a display screen (4) arranged inside said cabin (1), and a computer (8) associated with said screen (4) and connected to the internet, characterized by the fact that it comprises a menu (9) for the choice of at least one internet connection service by payment, and means of payment (11, 12) of said at least one connection service. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

Entertainment booth

The present invention relates to a cabin of entertainment.

Background of the invention

They are known cabins or enclosures, used usually in call centers or Internet cafes, which comprise a computer through which the user can connect to the internet to browse or to send and receive emails after or before paying for a specific time of Connection.

This type of services has the disadvantage that are limited to internet connections by flat rate or conventional, which limits its use to certain areas.

Moreover, cabins are also known for the exhibition of shows for adults that consist of closed enclosures that provide the user with privacy necessary while contemplating these shows.

Some of these cabins incorporate a video player and a screen that allow you to contemplate recorded shows or performances. The user must pay a amount of money determined for each fraction of time of movie you want to watch

These cabins have the disadvantage that the User cannot be an active part of the show, which for Some people may find it unattractive. On the other hand, it is also possible that the movie or show viewed is not to the liking of the user.

Description of the invention

The objective of the present invention is to solve the disadvantages of known devices in the technique, providing an entertainment booth that comprises a display screen arranged inside said cabin, and a computer associated with said screen and connected to internet, characterized by the fact that it comprises a menu for the choice of at least one internet connection service through payment, and means of payment of said at least one service Connection.

Thanks to these characteristics, the cabin of the invention allows access to internet connection services of Payment quickly and easily. The user enjoys total independence to use the cabin and choose the service that want, without having to ask anyone.

The choice and payment of services used are made in the cabin itself, so the Operation of it is completely autonomous. In this way, The cabin of the invention can be installed in any location without the need for staff to make it work or that carry out the charge for its use.

Preferably, the menu for the choice of al less a connection service comprises a panel that includes a plurality of buttons, each of said buttons being associated to a connection service.

This configuration allows the user to choose from Quickly and easily, the type of service you want to get between a series of options offered by each distributor. The type of services to choose may vary depending on the scope of cabin use. The panel may include the type of service associated with each button and the amount thereof.

The connection service can be supplied by paying a certain price per fraction of weather.

Advantageously, the means of payment comprise a collection terminal using credit cards associated with computer.

Also advantageously, the means of payment they comprise an associated charging device for coins or bills to the computer.

Thanks to these means of payment, it is not necessary that the user must wait or go somewhere before or after of using the cabin to pay for the service, which avoids waste of time

According to an embodiment of the present invention, The cabin comprises a keyboard associated with the computer.

Preferably, the cabin also comprises a Microphone associated with the computer.

Advantageously, the cabin of the invention It includes a camera associated with the computer.

These elements allow the user to get interactive services such as video conferencing, chats, etc.

Brief description of the drawings

In order to facilitate the description of how much It has been exposed above are attached some drawings in which, schematically and only by way of non-limiting example, represents a practical case of realization of the invention, in the which the only figure represented shows a schematic view of the cabin of the invention.

Description of a preferred embodiment

As can be seen in the figure, the invention comprises a cabin 1, which in this embodiment is a enclosed enclosure that includes an access door 2. Said door 2 It can be conventional, sliding or any other type depending on the availability of space or the situation of the cabin 1.

Inside the cabin 1 is a 3 seat for the user. In front of the seat 3 are a screen 4, a keyboard 5, a microphone 6, and an integrated camera 7 on one of the walls of cabin 1 solidly to avoid possible damages caused by vandalism. All these elements are associated with a computer or central processing unit 8 connected to the internet and located outside the access of the Username.

Cab 1 also comprises a panel 9 provided with a plurality of buttons 10 offering a menu to through which the user can choose between several services Internet connection by prepayment. The user only you will have to press button 10 associated with the service you want obtain.

Panel 9 could also consist of some buttons through which several options could be chosen displayed on a screen intended for this purpose.

The options menu could also be Built-in screen 4, and the user could choose the service you want using the 5 keypad or by clicking on your own screen 4. In the latter case, screen 4 would be of the type tactile.

Payment for services is made through a charging terminal using credit cards 11 or through a charging device for coins or bills 12 incorporated in the interior of the cabin itself 1.

Payment by card can be made by inserting the card into a reading slot present in the terminal 11 and subsequently entering the secret number of the same. Terminal 11 may include a small screen that display the elapsed time and the amount to be paid.

Cash payment can be made by entering coins or bills in the device 12, which will provide a fraction of connection time determined. Device 12 may also include a small screen that displays elapsed or remaining time and a signal to alert the user that the service time is next to run out so you can enter more money if you want.

Once the payment is made, when the user choose the service, for example by pressing one of said buttons 10, computer 8 executes one of the default connections already configured by the distributor, and the user can connect to the chosen service.

Each of these services will cost determined, which will be determined by the connection time and by The type of service provided. The user can extend the connection time to these services as much as you want.

Internet connection services through Prior payment offered may vary depending on location or use of the cabin 1.

For example, in call centers, Internet cafes or centers commercial the menu could consist of communication services such as videoconferencing, multiple contact lines of the type "Party Line", tarot lines or interactive chats.

The user could also choose an option of private videoconference, in which you could dial the number with the You want to contact from the keyboard 5 after payment for the service. Another service offered by cabin 1 of the invention could consist of national or international calls through Internet.

Other types of applications you may be intended booth 1 of the invention would consist of the exhibition of shows for adults in sex shops or establishments Similar.

In this case, the user could choose between several payment websites for adults previously programmed by the distributed or manager of each cabin, which could include live erotic shows, in which the user can Be an active part of them, watch videos and photographs, etc.

Cab 1 of the invention can incorporate other elements, such as a mouse that facilitates the use of the chosen service. Also, the configuration of the own cabin 1 and all the elements described may vary, depending on the circumstances. For example, microphone 6 and Camera 7 may or may not be present. On the other hand, only one computer 8 could be connected and service more than one cabin 1.

Claims (7)

1. Entertainment booth (1) comprising a display screen (4) arranged inside said booth (1), and a computer (8) associated with said screen (4) and connected to the internet, characterized by the fact that it comprises a menu (9) for the choice of at least one internet connection service by payment, and means of payment (11, 12) of said at least one connection service. 2. Cab (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the menu for choosing at least one connection service comprises a panel (9) that includes a plurality of buttons (10), each being associated of said buttons (10) to a connection service. 3. Cab (1), according to any of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the payment means comprise a payment terminal by credit cards (11) associated with the computer (8). 4. Cab (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the means of payment comprise a device for charging coins or bills (12) associated with the computer (8). 5. Cab (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a keyboard (5) associated with the computer (8). 6. Cab (1), according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a microphone (6) associated with the computer (8). 7. Cab (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a camera (7) associated with the computer (8).