JPH031679A - Deck unit - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To absorb the thickness of a deck unit locally and to make the size small by projecting a prescribed part of a portable deck unit with respect to a rotary drum to one side face and forming a swell part corresponding to the shape of a palm at gripping. CONSTITUTION:A swell part 10 covered with the surface made of a material such as rubber hardly skidded is formed in a prescribed location of a front 1d of a deck unit 1. The swell part 10 is formed in a position corresponding to a rotary drum contained in a case of the unit 1, the thickness of the rotary drum in the vicinity is absorbed locally to prevent the thickness of the entire unit 1. Moreover, a grip is fitted to a female screw 9 and formed easily gripped to be closely adhered to the palm of a photographer when the deck unit is used as a camera integrated video tape recorder together with the camera unit. The shape of the swell part 10 is formed to be closely adhered to the palm preferably to be circular-arc.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention (Industrial Application Field) The present invention is an improvement of a deck unit that can be used in a video system such as a VTR (video tape recorder), which includes a deck unit, a monitor unit, a tuner unit, and a camera unit. It is related to.

(Background of the Invention) Currently, VTRs (hereinafter referred to as videos) are widely used in the world and are used for various purposes.

Typical examples of the purpose of use include (1) recording and playing back TV programs, (2) photographing a subject, etc. By the way, recently, there has been a growing demand for video equipment, and for example, there has been a need to perform the above-mentioned tasks outside the home. In other words, there is a need for a highly portable video device that allows users to enjoy videos anywhere.

On the other hand, with recent technological advances, it has become possible to make video tapes smaller and lighter, and ultra-compact video deck units that can be held with one hand have been developed. Further, it is well known that related equipment such as a receiver, an image pickup device, etc. are similarly small-sized monitor units and camera units 1 to 1.

Against this background, the deck unit (a deck that can only record and play) that uses a small cassette tape as a recording medium is the core, and this deck unit has the above-mentioned related 11.
A video system has been proposed in which 5 components are selectively combined as needed. This video system is
It can take forms suitable for various purposes of use, and the following: -
Explain with an example.

(Deck unit/camera unit)... Form as a video integrated camera.

(Deck unit/monitor unit): As a playback-only TV-integrated video.

Such a video system has excellent portability because each of the constituent devices is miniaturized. Also,
In each aspect, unnecessary equipment can be selectively omitted, further contributing to miniaturization and light weight.

(Problems to be Solved by the Invention) Since the deck unit, which is a component of the video system, has various drive mechanisms, it tends to be larger than other devices. On the other hand, since the deck unit 1 also takes the form of a camera-type video together with a camera unit, it is desirable to make it as small as possible.

On the other hand, a rotating drum that is part of the drive mechanism is located inside this deck unit, and this rotating drum has a predetermined dimension in the thickness direction.

In addition, it is necessary to position a circuit board and a part of the loading mechanism above and below the rotating drum.

Therefore, the part where this rotating drum is located inevitably becomes thicker than other parts, and there is a limit to how much the thickness of such a deck unit can be reduced.

(Means for Solving the Problems) The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems, and provides a rotating drum that is used by selectively combining at least one of a video camera unit and a monitor unit, and on which a magnetic head is arranged. in a portable deck unit that records/reproduces data on/from a magnetic recording medium and has one side as a gripping surface, wherein a predetermined portion of the deck unit corresponding to the rotating drum is attached to the one side. The present invention provides a deck unit characterized by forming a protruding bulge that corresponds to the shape of the palm of the hand when grasped.

<Embodiment> A video system adopted as a preferred embodiment of the deck unit according to the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to FIGS. 1 to 25.

The video system according to this embodiment is roughly composed of a portable VTR (hereinafter referred to as a "deck unit") having a magnetic recording and reproducing function, a tuner unit, a monitor unit, and a camera unit (video camera unit). By selectively using these, it can be used in various ways, sometimes as a VTR, and sometimes as a camera-integrated video or small TV, and all the equipment can be housed in its own small case. It is designed to be easily portable.

The configuration and usage of each of the above will be explained below.

First, the deck unit of the present invention, which is the main part of this embodiment, will be explained.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the deck unit 1 is constructed by housing various mechanical members, which will be described later, in a flat rectangular housing that is about the size of two cigarette boxes. The operation surface 1a formed on the top surface in FIG.
A display 3 is provided for displaying a and mode.

In addition, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the deck unit 1 is shaped like a part of the deck unit 1 is cut out, and this cutout forms an inclined surface on a part of the operation surface 1a. has been done.

In this embodiment, main slide switches 2b such as an eject button and a power button are arranged on this inclined surface.

In this way, especially by arranging these main switches 2b on an inclined surface, this deck unit 1 can be used as a camera integrated type, compared to a case where these slide switches 2b are arranged on a surface flush with the operation surface 1a. When used as a video camera by holding it with one hand, these switches 2b can be easily found and operated with the other hand.

Furthermore, in this embodiment, the portion of the operation surface 1a where these switches 2a and slide switches 2b are arranged is formed into a step shape that is slightly raised compared to the surrounding area (the housing of the deck unit 1). If you need to operate it by groping while shooting, use the above switch 2a.
etc. can be easily searched.

Further, on the right side surface 1b in FIG. 2 (bottom surface in FIG. 1) facing the operation surface 1a, a mounting portion 4 for mounting a camera unit, which will be described later, is formed as shown.

In this installation, the connecting part of the camera unit is fitted into the part 4, and in this state, the deck unit 1 and the camera unit are mechanically connected, and a power line and a signal line are formed between each device. It is now possible to make electrical connections.

Further, this mounting portion 4 is connected by wire to a terminal 36 of a tuner unit 30, which will be described later, to form a signal line between the tuner unit 30 and the deck unit 1.

In addition, in this attachment part 4, a terminal pin on one side of the connector for connection is provided. Therefore, the mounting portion 4 is opened by a cover 5a when not in use to prevent dust from entering.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 2 of this deck unit 1, on the left side surface 1c (left side surface in FIG.
By attaching a tuner unit, etc. to this mounting part 6, it is possible to mechanically connect each device, and also to form a power supply line to make electrical connections. There is.

Further, as shown in the figure, two audio output terminals 7 for attaching jacks such as earphones and an output terminal 8 for connecting a monitor etc. are formed on the front surface 1d of this deck unit 1 in FIG. At the same time, a female thread 9 for attaching a grip, which will be described later, is formed approximately at the center of the front face 1d.

Further, a bulge 10 whose surface is covered with a non-slip material such as rubber is formed at a predetermined position on the front surface 1d, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 3.

This bulging portion 10 is formed at a position corresponding to the rotating drum housed in the housing of this decking unit 1, and thereby partially absorbs the dimension in the thickness direction near the rotating drum. It is possible to prevent the overall thickness from increasing. Further, the above-mentioned grip is attached to the front face 1d of the deck unit 1, and when used together with a camera unit as a camera-integrated video camera, the grip is attached to the palm of a dancer's hand so that it can be easily held. That is, the shape of the bulging portion 10 may be any shape as long as it can be brought into close contact with the palm of the hand, and is preferably in the shape of an arc as shown in the figure. In this embodiment, the front surface 1d to which the grip is attached is the gripping surface.

In addition, at a predetermined position on the front face 1d, that is, when the deck unit 1 is used as a camera-integrated video camera, the position where the index finger of the hand holding the deck units 1 to 1 comes into contact is used to control the start and stop of the recording state. It is equipped with a trigger switch (recording button) to control the
The surface near the trigger switch T is covered with a non-slip rubber material.

Further, on the other surface 1e of the deck unit 1, a lid 11 for loading and unloading a compact video cassette containing a magnetic tape is attached so as to be openable and closable by a general pop-up mechanism (see Fig. 17). ).

Such a deck unit 1 magnetically records video and audio on a magnetic tape housed in a conventional video cassette of a well-known shape and about the size of a standard video cassette. It is equipped with a recording and reproducing mechanism as shown in the figure.

That is, as shown in FIG. 4, this deck unit 1 is equipped with a rotating drum 12 within a housing, and a plurality of magnetic heads are distributed on this rotating drum 12.

Here, this rotating drum 12 is of a so-called inner motor type that has a motor inside the drum itself, and furthermore, the signal line is shortened and installed on the fixed part side in consideration of space miniaturization. A circuit board such as a reproducing amplifier is attached to the coaxial position. In addition, since this unit [1] is miniaturized, it drives the members that load the magnetic tape, such as the inclined ball and vertical roller attached to the rotating drum [1 (not shown)]
is located directly below the rotating drum 12.

Therefore, this rotating drum 1 in the decking unit 1
The arrangement part 2 has extra thickness compared to the other parts.

Therefore, in this embodiment, the locally excessive thickness caused by such a circuit board is absorbed by the swelling portion 10.

The compact video cassette (magnetic recording medium) 13 installed in the deck unit 1 has its front side i14 opened as shown in FIG. are pulled out by an inclined ball 16 and a vertical roller 17, which are respectively installed on a pair of loading bases 15, and are pulled out from the rotating drum 12.
It is wound diagonally around the outer circumference of the tube over an angular range of about 270°.

The magnetic tape Tp before being attached to the deck unit 1 is a pair of tape reels 18 and 19 that are rotatably housed in the compact video cassette 13.
As the interlock rotates, it is pulled out to the inside of the front opening closed by M14 by a pair of guide rollers 20, 20 formed at both ends of the front.

When the compact video cassette 13 is mounted on the deck unit 1, the inclined balls 16 and the like on the loading base 15 are exposed to the magnetic field through the notches 13a and 13b formed on the front side of the video cassette 13. The magnetic tape TI) can be pulled out into the deck unit 1 by entering the inside of the tape Tp and then moving the loading base 15 to the rotating drum 12 side.

In addition, a capstan roller 2 is provided in another notch 13c formed on the front side of the compact video cassette 13.
During spinning of the deck unit 1, the capstan 21 is pressed against the pinch roller 22 on the V4flI side via the magnetic tape Tp, so that the magnetic tape Tp runs at a predetermined speed.

Further, the magnetic tape wound around the rotating drum 12 as described above is guided by the inclined ball 2324 and the guide rollers 25 and 26 on the device 1 side to form a predetermined tape bus, and is also guided by the tension ball 27 to form a predetermined tape bus. Gives tension.

In addition, the magnetic tape ■p that formed such a tape bus
is in sliding contact with the audio erasing head 28 and the audio/control head 29.

Such a recording/reproducing mechanism can record, reproduce,
Predetermined operations such as fast forwarding and rewinding are performed as appropriate.

Note that the deck unit 1-1 in this embodiment is one that continuously records video and audio signals on a magnetic tape in a helical manner similar to a VTR, but the deck unit in the video system according to the present invention may be, for example, a magnetic disk. It may also be an electronic still camera that intermittently records video and audio signals concentrically or spirally.

Next, the video system according to this embodiment is a TV-integrated V
Tuner unit 3 used when used as a TR, etc.
0 and the monitor unit 40 will be explained.

This tuner unit 30 is capable of receiving normal television broadcasts and radio broadcasts, and as shown in FIGS. The deck unit 1 is attached by being fitted into a portion 4 to form a connecting portion 31 for mechanically connecting and electrically connecting the tuner unit 30 and the deck unit 1 (power line only).

Further, various operation switches such as a volume 32 and a channel selection operation switch 33, as well as a liquid crystal display 34, are provided on an operation surface 30b on the upper surface in FIG. 5, which is continuous with the connection surface 30a.

A connector portion 35 as shown in the figure for attaching the monitor unit 40 is provided on one side edge of the operation surface 30b so as to be able to rotate intermittently or continuously with respect to the main body of the tuner unit 30. There is.

The connector portion 35 itself is formed into a cylindrical shape, and functions as a shaft in a hinge mechanism for rotatably supporting the monitor unit 40 with respect to the tuner unit 30, as shown in FIG. have.

Furthermore, terminals for forming a signal line and a power supply line between the tuner unit 30 and the monitor unit 40 are arranged inside the connector section 35.

Furthermore, the right side 3 of this tuner unit 30 in FIG.
0c, the tuner unit 30 and the deck unit 1 are attached to a terminal 36 which is connected to the mounting part 4 by wire using a connection lid 5b as shown in FIGS. 7(A) and 7(B).
etc. are formed, and the other side 30 facing this one side 30C
A telescopic receiving rod antenna Ant is arranged at d.

Note that, as shown in FIGS. 7(A) and 7(B), the connecting lid 5b is provided with a terminal 55 at a position corresponding to the terminal 36 of the tuner unit 30, and the deck unit 1 is not attached to the connecting lid 5b. A terminal pin 56 of a connector is provided to be fitted into the portion 8 to form a signal line.

Further, the connection surface 3 in this tuner unit 30
A mounting section J5 is formed on the surface opposite to the tuner unit 0a for mounting a kamabot-shaped battery 38 as shown in FIGS. 8 and 9 (A) and (B). A foldable leg portion 37 is formed on the base plate and serves as a pedestal when placed on a desk or the like.

As shown in the figure, the battery 38 is formed with a recess 39 into which a finger can be caught, making it easy to raise the battery by placing a hand on the battery 38 when used as a TV integrated video as described later. There is.

On the other hand, the monitor unit 40, as shown in FIG. 40 can be used by being attached to the deck unit 1 via the tuner unit 30, or can be used by being connected to the deck unit h1 via a connecting wire.

The grip part 42 of this monitor unit 1 has various operation switches (
Operation parts) 43a and 43b are distributed at predetermined positions, and a support connection part (connection part) 44 into which the connector part 35 of the tuner unit 30 is fitted is formed. The operation switches 43a and 43b may be used to operate the tuner unit 30.

As shown in FIG. 6, the connector part 35 of the tuner unit 30 is fitted into this support connection part 44 to form a hinge mechanism, and the monitor unit 40 is connected to the deck unit 1 through the tuner unit 30. The tuner unit 30 can be connected to the tuner unit 30 and supported rotatably with respect to the tuner unit 30.

Further, by fitting the support connection part 44 and the connector part 35, the terminals in the connector part 35 are fitted to the terminals in the support connection part 44, and the terminals are connected between the tuner units 1 to 30 and the monitor unit 40 and between the tuner units 1-30 and the monitor unit 40. Electrical connections can be made with the deck unit 1 through the tuner unit 30.

In this way, in this embodiment, space can be saved by using a part of the gripping part 42 without separately providing a part to which the connector part 35 of the tuner unit 30 is fitted. In addition to this, unnecessary projecting of the monitor unit 40 can be avoided.

Further, as shown in FIG. 11, the gripping portion 41 is formed in a swollen shape with an arcuate cross section to fit the human palm, making it easy to hold the monitor unit 40 with one hand. It is now possible to do so.

Here, the positions of the operation switches 43a and 43b are set within a range in which the thumb or index finger can be moved while gripping the grip portion 42 with one hand. It can be easily operated with the thumb and index finger.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG.
The above-mentioned operation switches 43a are gripped with one hand.

By coming into contact with the palm of the hand when operating 43b, it functions as a non-slipper, thereby making it easier to operate with the thumb or index finger.

In this way, according to this embodiment, this monitor unit 4
By providing the grip portion 42 on the 0, it is possible to prevent the monitor unit 40 from being accidentally dropped or fingers from getting caught on the monitor screen without providing a gripping belt or the like that would be a hindrance to carrying. 42 is formed in a shape that fits the human hand, so there is less fatigue when using it for a long time.

Furthermore, by concentrating the operation switches 43a and 43b at the above-mentioned predetermined positions of the grip portion 42, the grip portion 42 can be gripped with one hand and easily operated with the thumb and index finger. The usability of this type of monitor unit 40 can be greatly improved.

Furthermore, in this embodiment, this monitor unit 40
A rotary volume 46 (not shown in FIG. 13) is disposed at the location where the ring finger is placed when gripped with one hand.

As shown in FIG. 11, this volume 46 is formed so that its peripheral portion is connected to the grip portion 42 and the road surface, and its central portion is depressed, and the volume can be manipulated by strongly pressing and tracing the ring finger. It is now possible to do so.

Therefore, it is possible to prevent the volume 46 from being inadvertently changed by touching the volume 46 with a finger while the grip portion 42 of the monitor unit 40 is being gripped.

In addition, this monitor unit 40 is connected to the deck unit 1.
As shown in FIG. 14, the connection cable 50 used when connected to the deck unit 1 in a wired manner corresponds to the shape of the support I8 connection part (connection part) 44 of the monitor unit 40, and is compatible with the deck unit 1. A jack part (connected part) 54 to which a connecting wire 51 is attached, a rib 52 of a predetermined shape on the jack part 54 that partially envelops this jack part 54, and a rib 52 located on one side of the rib 52. connection wire 5
1, and is integrally formed with a sub-jack 53 for outputting an audio signal and for attaching a jack for an earphone HP (shown in FIG. 25), a speaker, etc., as described above.

Further, the jack portion 54 and the sub-jack 53 are formed parallel to each other as shown in FIG. 14, and are formed with a relatively heavy full bend.

Therefore, as shown in FIG. 15, when the jack portion 54 is fitted into the support connection portion 44 of the monitor unit 40, the rib 52 supports the monitor unit 40, and this connection cable 50 connects the monitor unit 1-40. It functions as a pedestal.

Therefore, if the connection cable 50 having such a structure is used, even when the monitor unit 40 alone is placed on a desk or the like, it can be used by tilting it at a predetermined angle.

Further, by using such a connection cable 50, it is not necessary to provide an audio output terminal that is not necessarily required on the monitor unit 40 side, and this monitor unit 4
It is possible to reduce the size, weight, and cost of the zero itself.

Note that the shape of the sub-jack 53 is not limited to the above-described embodiment; for example, the jack portion 54 may be formed from a pair of left and right nubs tI.

Next, the camera unit 60 in the case where the video system according to this embodiment is used as a camera-integrated video will be explained using FIGS. 16 to 19.

This camera unit 60, as shown in FIG.
This is a small camera using a small image sensor such as D (charge coupled device), and the small image sensor and microphone are built into a substantially square columnar housing 66.

In addition, on the front surface 60a of this camera unit, there is a lighting section 61 for guiding @ image light from the subject to the above-mentioned small image sensor.
and a sound collecting section 62 for guiding sound to the microphone, and an indicator lamp 63 is provided on the upper surface 60b of the housing 66 to notify that the bulge is in progress.

Further, this camera unit 60 is provided with a connecting portion 64 that fits into the mounting portion 4 of the deck unit 1. By fitting this connecting portion 64 into the mounting portion 4, the camera unit Mechanical connection and electrical connection between 60 and deck unit 1 are made simultaneously.

Further, as shown in FIG. 17, this connecting portion 64 is rotatably attached to the housing 66 of the camera unit 60 by a hinge mechanism.

As a result, while the housing 66 is used horizontally with respect to the deck unit 1 as shown by the solid line in FIG. By rotating the housing 66 and standing it up against the deck unit 1 as shown by the dashed line in the figure, a path for loading and unloading the cassette can be obtained.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 18, on the proximal end of the connecting portion 64 with respect to the housing 66, an operation button 65, such as a setting switch, is arranged to set a date that is infrequently used and would be undesirable if changed carelessly. These operation buttons 65
is in the state shown in FIG. 18, that is, in the unused state shown by the dotted chain line in FIG. It is exposed to the outside and can be operated only in the state shown by the solid line in FIG. 17.

Therefore, when not in use, it is possible to prevent inconveniences such as fingers accidentally touching each of the operation buttons 65 and erroneously operating them, and particularly improve usability in a small video camera like the camera unit according to this embodiment. can be improved.

The camera unit according to this embodiment is not limited to the one described above, and may be a waterproof camera unit 70 as shown in FIG. 19, for example.

That is, this camera unit 70 has the same basic configuration as the camera unit 60 described above, but differs in that the periphery of the housing is covered with a waterproof member 71 and a waterproof microphone 72 is provided. By applying waterproof treatment, it is possible to easily remove the image outdoors in rainy weather.

Furthermore, a sports finder 73 can be attached to the support of the microphone 72.

When using the video system according to this embodiment as described above as a camera unit, the deck unit 1
A grip 80 as shown in FIGS. 20 and 21 is attached to the handle.

As shown in the figure, the grip 80 has a generally T-shape formed by a leg portion 81 and a horizontal portion (contact portion) 84, and has a male thread 82 provided at the tip of the leg portion 81. By screwing into the female thread 9 of the deck unit 1, it can be easily attached to the deck unit 1.

Further, this grip 80 is made of a flexible material such as ABS resin, and its legs 81 are formed in a bellows shape, and a spring 83 is installed inside the legs 81. has been done.

As a result, the grip 80 deforms to some extent depending on the size of the user's hand, making it easy to insert the hand. Furthermore, since the leg portions 81 are expandable and retractable, they can be used in an optimal state as a grip without any special adjustment means.

Furthermore, in the grip 80 according to the present embodiment, a recess 85 corresponding to the finger is formed inside the horizontal portion 84, so that the hand can be inserted between the horizontal portion 84 of the grip 80 and the deck unit 1. In fact, the back of the finger fits into these recesses 85, improving grip strength.

Furthermore, the grip 80 according to this embodiment as described above can be attached to and removed from the deck unit 1 very easily by screwing it into or out of the deck unit 1.

Therefore, such a grip 80 can respond more quickly to various uses of this video system than, for example, conventionally known belts, and is also easy to install. In particular, the deck unit 1 according to this embodiment does not require a special mechanism for
It is extremely good as a grip for small equipment such as.

Next, a specific usage example of a video system made up of the above-mentioned devices will be described.

First, when using the deck unit 1 as a camera-integrated video camera, the deck unit 1 must be attached to the 4th section as shown in FIG.
By fitting the connecting portion 63 of the camera unit 60 into the holder, the two are combined, and the grip 80 of the deck unit 1 is screwed onto the holder.

When you insert your hand into the grip 80 of the decking unit 1 in this state, the bird formed on the decking unit 1 will touch the button T (circle), and at the same time, it will hang on the corner of the decking unit 1 to ensure a secure grip. can do.

The screwing of the grip 80 onto the deck unit 1 has been described with reference to the case where it is used as a camera-integrated video, but the same thing can be said when it is used as a TV-type video, which will be described later.

In addition, since the bulging portion 10 comes into close contact with the palm of the hand, holding performance can be improved.

Note that in the video system according to this embodiment, the camera unit 60 and the deck unit 1 may be connected to each other by a wide wire, and only this camera unit 60 may be shaded by hand. be.

On the other hand, when this video system is used as a TV-integrated video system, as shown in FIGS. 23 and 24, a tuner unit 3 is connected to the connection part 6 of the deck unit 1.
0 installation is part 31 h! I! At the same time, a signal line is formed by connecting the terminal 3G of the tuner unit to the connection part 4 of the device i-1 via a connection adapter and a cord.

Furthermore, the connector portion 35 of the tuner unit 30 is fitted into the support connection portion 44 of the monitor unit 40 to establish mechanical and electrical connection between the monitor unit 40 and the tuner unit 30, and the tuner unit 3
Attach the battery 38 to the 0.

Thereby, it is possible to watch television programs using the monitor unit 40, and it is also possible to view reproduced images from the deck unit 1.

Note that even in this state, it can be considered that by appropriately using the grip 80, it becomes easier to grip a series of devices. The same can be said for combinations of other devices.

Furthermore, the angle of the monitor unit 40 relative to the deck unit 1 can be variably set depending on the purpose and the amount of light.

Further, as shown in FIG. 24, by standing up the legs 37 provided on the bottom of the tuner unit 30, the entire tuner unit 30 can be placed horizontally and stably on a desk or the like.

Further, as shown in FIG. 25, the monitor unit 40
It is also possible to connect it to the deck unit 1 by wire without going through the tuner unit 30 and use it as a TV-integrated video exclusively for playback.

In this case, connect the connection cable 50 to the monitor unit 4.
0 can be used as a pedestal and placed on a desk or the like, or, for example, in a car, the deck unit 1 can be placed in a bag and only the monitor unit 40 can be held in the hand. . In the state shown in FIG. 25, the earphone IIP is connected to the sub jack 5 of the connection cable 50.
3 and listen to the audio.

In addition, the tuner unit 30 and the monitor unit 40
If you connect only one, you can use it as a regular small TV.

(Effects of the Invention) As described above, in the deck unit according to the present invention, the predetermined portion of the deck units 1 to 1 corresponding to the position of the rotating drum is made to protrude from one side where the grip is located, and is used as a bulge. The shape is designed to fit the palm of the hand. Therefore, by forming such a bulge, the dimension in the thickness direction of the deck unit in which the rotating drum is located is partially absorbed, reducing the overall thickness, which greatly contributes to the miniaturization of such deck units. become.

Furthermore, when used as a camera-integrated video unit in combination with a video camera unit that is a related Ia device, there is a great effect that when the deck unit is held with the grip, the bulge comes into close contact with the palm of the hand, making it easier to hold it.

This effect is the same even when used with a related device such as a monitor unit, and has features such as being easier to hold and less tiring on the hands.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing one embodiment of a deck unit according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a perspective view similarly seen from another direction, and FIG.
The figure is a side view, FIG. 4 is a plan view schematically showing the recording and reproducing mechanism in the deck unit, and FIG. 5 is an embodiment of a tuner unit constituting a video system in which the present invention is adopted. Figure 6 is a perspective view, and Figure 6 is a plan view showing how the tuner unit and monitor unit are installed, and Figure 7 (^) (B) is a connection lid for forming a signal line between the tuner unit and deck unit. 8 is a perspective view showing a battery used in a video system in which the present invention is adopted, and FIG. 9 is a front view and a side view shown in FIG.
A) and (B) are a partially cutaway side view and front view showing the battery, FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of a monitor unit constituting a video system in which the present invention is adopted, and FIG. 11 12 is a side view of the main part, FIG. 13 is a rear view of the main part, and FIG. 14 is a perspective view showing a connection cable used in a video system in which the present invention is adopted. Figure 15 is a side view showing the state in which the connection cable is attached to the monitor unit.
FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of a camera unit used in a video system to which the present invention is applied, FIG. 11 is a rear view showing a state in which the camera unit and deck unit are attached, and FIG. 18 is also a side view, No. 19
FIG. 20 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of another camera unit used in a video system in which the present invention is adopted.
The figure is a perspective view showing a grip used in a video system in which the present invention is adopted, FIG. 21 is a side sectional view,
FIG. 22 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of the video system employing the present invention used as a camera-integrated video, and FIG. 23 shows an embodiment of the same when used as a TV-integrated video. FIG. 24 is a side view, and FIG. 25 is a perspective view showing an embodiment in which a deck unit and a monitor unit are connected by wire. 1...Deck unit, 10...Bulging part, 12...
・Rotating drum, 13... Compact video cassette (magnetic recording medium)
, 30... Tuner unit, 40... Monitor unit, 60.70... Camera unit (video camera unit).

Claims (1)

[Claims] Used by selectively combining at least one of a video camera unit and a monitor unit, the device has a rotating drum in a housing in which a magnetic head is arranged, and records/reproduces data on/from a magnetic recording medium. , in a portable deck unit in which one side is used as a gripping surface, a predetermined portion of the deck unit corresponding to the rotating drum is made to protrude from the one side to form a bulge corresponding to the shape of the palm when gripping. A deck unit characterized by forming a section.