Automatic recording and transmission of image data e.g. for emergency situations by dialing and transmitting image data when button pressed

摘要

After a user operating a trigger button, an image is recorded and converted into digital image data. The image data are coded in a format specific to a telecommunications channel. A predetermined number associated with a telecommunications channel is dialed, and the image data are transmitted to an external receiving device. The image data may be compressed. A flash may be triggered before recording each image. Independent claims are included for an apparatus for automatically recording and transmitting imaged data, and for the use of a wireless telecommunications device with integrated camera for automatic image transmission internal combustion engine the event of an emergency.