JPH10293803A - Business management system - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To effectively perform the business, to prevent the input mistakes due to the key input operations and to attain a high processing speed by inputting the written contents directly to a computer. SOLUTION: A reader 10 of each of counters 1 to (m) of the contour departments 1 to (n) can send the contents written on a slip by a person is charge at a counter to a character recognition device 2 placed at a contour office 1. A computer 20 placed at the office 1 can serve as the device 2 by executing a prescribed program. In other words, the characters of holographic data sent from each reader 10 of counters 1 to (m) can be recognized. Then the pen point coordinates are detected for the holographs written on a slip, i.e., a writing medium by a pen to generate the holographic data which show the coordinate change with respect to the elapsed time of the pen point for every slip. These holographic data are transmitted. Thus, the character are recognized based on the holographic data and a prescribed business process is carried out in response to the recognized character strings.

Description

Description: BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention
Details about the business management system for managing computers.
Input and writing for order forms, accounting slips, etc.
Business management system that manages [0002] Today, computer business management (hereinafter referred to as "business management").
Below, managing business in general by computer is referred to as “business management.
Has been progressing, but the voucher,
Paper used for business such as votes, lists, etc.
Body) is essential. Data to computer
Once entered, data aggregation, judgment, printing, processing, etc. are easy
Can be done. Nevertheless, writing media is
The most frequently used medium is paper, which has several advantages.
This is because it has a unique property. For example, writing utensils and paper
If you can, the immediacy that you can enter characters at any time,
The paper itself is light and easy to carry
Means that no power supply is required,
Preservability etc. that is not easily erased and suitable for storage
I can do it. In the future, no matter how effective computers will be
However, due to the excellent properties of these papers,
Written media etc. will not be used in activities
Will. [0003] For example, in the field of commercial activities,
When ordering, fill in the order name to enter the product name, quantity, delivery destination, etc.
Votes are used. The order slip filled in with the necessary information
Sent to manufacturers and wholesalers,
A purchase slip is created according to the order slip. Dealer or seller
If an order is placed by phone from the shop to a retailer,
Purchase slips are issued directly at retail stores. That is,
Retailer operator records phone calls
The purchase slip is used to On the other hand, sales management is performed by a computer.
In this case, based on the slip on which the characters were recorded
Data to make the computer recognize the data.
Data input is performed. For example, sales that process orders and deliveries
In a stand, the operator at the retail store can call
Key in based on the purchase slip filled out. [0005] In addition, slips and forms are used for accounting in a company.
It is widely used even if it is. For example, invoices, receipts,
Based on source forms such as invoices, necessary items can be
It is filled in by writing. Accounting pipes using computer
Accounting system, a handwritten accounting
The contents of the votes are entered by a computer system by the operator.
Key is pressed again. And the management system is the key
Create an accounting report based on the entered data. [0006] Further, when inventory management is performed by inventory, etc.
The inventory list output from the computer, etc.
Bring it to the warehouse and add it to the stock number printed on the inventory list.
Enter the number of products you actually counted, and take this home
Computer-managed inventory. Further, when conducting a questionnaire survey,
Responds to questions asked by passers-by, etc.
Fill out this form and collect this questionnaire at a later date.
The perlator used a computer to count. As described above, in the conventional business management system,
Is to write the items required for the job
Fill out the media and then re-enter it on the computer
Was normal. [0009] However, the conventional
The business management system has various problems as shown below.
I was First, complicated operations are required for key input.
I needed it. In conventional business management systems,
Key-in the items handwritten on the storage medium to the computer
There must be. In other words, key input is performed manually.
Must be performed, and the operator's workload is heavy.
Had become. Second, incorrect data is entered at the time of key input.
There was a risk of being forced. Key input is performed manually
The possibility of typographical errors is always
Existing. Mistakes in business management mentioned above
It can be a big problem. For example, the business
If you make a mistake in entering the number of items,
Was delivered, and there was a mistake in inputting the amount described in the source form.
In such a case, incorrect accounting is performed. Third, it is difficult to quickly manage business operations.
Was. Characters, etc. written on the writing medium are
Entered into the computer. In other words, the sentence is
Even if you enter characters, these characters etc. are immediately compiled.
Cannot be processed by the computer. Because of this,
Accounting could not be performed in daily closing, closing several days later
It was just done. In addition, in ordering and purchase processing
In some cases, the delivery time was delayed. For example, in conventional inventory management,
Output the inventory list from the computer,
Write to inventory list, write to inventory list
Input data to the computer based on
Multiple manual interventions to correct
Was needed. [0014] In the conventional questionnaire survey,
Fill out the form and fill out the questionnaire
Input to the computer based on the
Was. In addition, the answers to the questionnaire and the total results will be provided at a later date
The surveyees at the survey site
No feedback could be given. In the conventional ticket sales method,
If you want to buy a ticket, please go to the reservation center
I had to. Even if you make a reservation by phone,
Make reservations by phone based on the materials you collected
I had to go to a nearby convenience store
Like shopping, when you select and purchase a ticket easily
I couldn't do that. [0016] Even if the above problem is solved,
It is important to maintain a certain level of security
I'm scattered. [0017] The present invention has been made in view of the above problems.
The first object of the present invention is to
With a configuration that allows the user to directly input the content
The character information on the writing medium can be
Saves the work of inputting into
Prevents input errors due to key input and enables quick processing
It is to provide a business management system that can function. A second object of the present invention is to record time information in writing information.
By providing a configuration that can be used with
Providing a business management system that can prevent unauthorized processing
It is. A third object of the present invention is to enable authentication information to be read.
Errant configuration allows for poor writing media,
A business management system that can recognize and eliminate slips
To provide. A fourth object of the present invention is to provide a wiring system for indoor and outdoor use.
Have a configuration that can read handwriting even in places where there is no equipment
Business management system
Is to provide a system. A fifth object of the present invention is to provide a
Provide a configuration that can display the answer to the written content
Can quickly provide the answer information required in the field
To provide a simple business management system. [0022] A sixth object of the present invention is to allow a writing medium to be properly written.
By providing a configuration that can be corrected even if it is not
Writing without worrying about the placement position of the writing medium
To provide a simple business management system. [0023] A seventh object of the present invention is to describe a writing medium.
Equipped to extract character information from the handwriting
With this, characters on a writing medium can be correctly and efficiently recognized.
To provide a business management system. [0024] An eighth object of the present invention is to provide a recording medium in which
To be able to read deleted or modified written contents
With this, even if the written contents are deleted or corrected, correct information is
It is to provide a recognizable business management system. A ninth object of the present invention is to design a writing medium.
By providing a configuration that can be used, writing media of any style
Providing a business management system that enables design
You. A tenth object of the present invention is as a business process.
Providing a business management system suitable for handling complaints
You. An eleventh object of the present invention is as business processing.
To provide a business management system suitable for inventory management
You. A twelfth object of the present invention is to provide
Providing a business management system suitable for office work
It is. A thirteenth object of the present invention is as business processing.
To provide a business management system suitable for bid management
You. A fourteenth object of the present invention is as business processing.
To provide a business management system suitable for scoring
You. A fifteenth object of the present invention is as a business process.
Providing a business management system suitable for ticket sales
It is. The business management system according to the present invention is provided on a writing medium.
Check the coordinates of the pen tip for the handwriting written by the pen
Write out the coordinates of the pen tip with respect to the elapsed time
Means for generating handwriting data indicated for each medium, and handwriting
A reading device provided with a transmitting means for transmitting data;
Character recognition device that performs character recognition based on trace data and recognition
A business process that executes a predetermined business process according to the entered character string
And a processing device. Here, the data between the reading device and the character recognition device is used.
For data transmission and reception, various data communication methods may be used.
It is possible. For example, personal computers such as RS-232C
In addition to general-purpose communications on computers, infrared communications, IC
Data transfer and model using storage media such as
Via a subscriber line etc.
Data communication, and portable information communication such as PHS
Communication using equipment and the like can be used. As a writing medium, for order placement, purchase,
Application, Quote, Survey, Marketing
Business, claim reception, delivery confirmation, construction management, customer
Various slips used for sales and customer correspondence for management, reporting, etc.
Classes, for personnel time reports, for deposits and withdrawals, in and out lists, sales reports
Office factory for notification, material use report, production man-hour report, etc.
Writing media, police checkups, police box reports, traffic
Anti-control, record paper, hospital chart, medical report, test report,
Construction site worker report, equipment operation report, material procurement report, progress
Progress reports, car maintenance checks, moving quotes, moving items
Product, vending machine replenishment report, sales collection report, etc.
Vouchers, forms, and the like used for special tasks are included. A recognized character or a recognized character string is a handwriting data.
Characters or character strings recognized as
U. Characters include foreign characters such as numbers and alphabets, hiragana,
Symbols and diagrams such as ○, △, (, “
And the like. Note that the handwriting data is detected by the reading device and
Character recognition by a character recognition device need not be performed simultaneously.
No. The handwriting of the scribe is read by a reader, and then the characters
When you want to perform recognition, transfer the handwriting data to a character recognition device.
It may be sent. Further, the reading device and the character recognition device are provided separately.
It does not need to be a device, and the configuration and function of the two devices
Combined to enable handwriting reading and character recognition
Is also good. [0038] In the present invention, the reading device may include the handwriting data.
Represents the time when the handwriting data was generated when the data was generated.
A method for generating time stamp data at a predetermined timing
Further comprising a step, wherein the transmitting means includes the time stamp data.
It is preferable that the data is transmitted together with the handwriting data. The handwriting data which is described and generated properly
If the time indicated by the time stamp data is continuous
Is incorrectly described, the timestamp
This is because the time indicated by the data becomes discontinuous. Further, the reading device is used for identifying the reading device.
Data and other means for generating additional information.
The transmitting means transmits the additional information together with the handwriting data.
Is preferred. Additional information increases the accuracy of authentication.
Because it can be raised. Further, the reading device is written on a writing medium.
Images such as imprints, signatures, etc.
Means for generating the image data.
Is preferably transmitted together with the handwriting data. mark
Based on the shadow, authentication accuracy can be further improved
Because. It should be noted that the imprint is mainly set on the reading device.
Means the imprint, thumbprint, etc. on the actual written media
You. The transmitting means in the reading apparatus of the present invention
Outputs data including trace data according to the specified bus standard
Output circuit, and handwriting data output from the output circuit
I / O slot configured to output data including
And the input / output slot includes the handwriting data
Portable information communication equipment that can wirelessly communicate data can be installed
Is configured. As the portable information communication device, there is a portable information communication device.
Telephone, PHS (Personal Handy-phone System), page
Communication of various wireless data such as
One corresponding to the communication service. These devices are
In particular, it is preferable that it can be connected to a PC bus, etc.
Input / output slot and output circuit
It is preferable to conform to the bus standard applicable to HS
No. However, handwriting that is portable and digital data
If it can transmit data, etc.
Other portable information communication devices such as transceivers may be applied.
No. The present invention is directed to any of a plurality of types of writing media.
Further selection means for allowing the scribe to select the best writing medium
The transmission means is selected by the user using the selection means
The definition data to identify the written media
You. Note that the definition data is the type of the writing medium.
(Delivery slip, purchase slip, invoice, invoice, etc.)
It has a data structure for defining input fields. For example, a brush
If the storage medium is an order slip, enter the date and time as input fields.
User, product name, product number, quantity, unit price, total, writing medium number,
In, stamping, etc. are conceivable. Definition data is entered in each input field
About the number of digits, character type, whether or not to recognize characters, slip
It specifies the relative position of each input frame in the
You. Here, the reading device is
Receiving means for receiving data, receiving by the receiving means
Character display means for displaying characters based on the extracted data
It is preferable to further include Writing from reader
Not only data including data is transmitted, but also business operations
Character display based on data from the processing unit is possible,
Contribute to work efficiency. For example, the reading device detects the coordinates of the pen tip.
Means for outputting a predetermined signal;
A digitizer that receives the signal output from the
You. [0049] The reading device is provided with a plurality of writing media.
Data including handwriting data can be stored.
Storage means, wherein the transmission means is stored in a storage circuit.
Data including multiple handwriting data
Preferably, it is transmitted to a recognition device. Multiple handwriting data
Can be sent, so there is no need to constantly communicate.
And efficient. The character recognition device is transmitted from the reading device.
Data to specify the writing medium selected by the user.
Means for identifying the writing medium format to be used based on the
Based on the definition body data specifying the identified writing medium format
Means for performing character recognition by using Here, the character recognition device includes handwriting data.
Position of the handwriting with respect to the reading device based on the data
Means for detecting the position and the writing medium of the writing medium on which the handwriting is written
Definition body data that specifies the body style and the reader
A writing medium for this reader based on the relative position of the handwriting
Means for determining the relative position of the body.
No. That is, the handwriting data generated by the reading device
Data is a time function of coordinate data indicating the absolute position of the handwriting and
Because of this, the handwriting data is
The relative position of is known. On the other hand, the definition
The shape and the position of each input field are also known. Even if the writing medium reads
Even if it is not placed in the correct position on the
Character strings recognized from the trace data are input to this writing medium
When you move the writing medium to a position inside the column,
The position is the position between the actual writing medium position and the reference position of the reader.
Indicates the relative position. Means for detecting the relative position of the handwriting is as follows:
Fill in multiple required fields that must be filled out
The relative position of the handwriting to the reading device is detected, and the
The means for determining the relative position of the recording medium is
Based on the relative position of the handwriting
Determining the orientation of the writing medium with respect to the reading device
Is preferred. Since there are several required fields,
By judging the position of the force field, the arrangement of the writing medium itself can be determined.
This is because that. Further, the character recognition device is provided for the reading device.
Based on the relative position of the handwriting and the relative position of the writing medium,
Correction for correcting misalignment of writing medium with respect to reader
It is preferred to further comprise means. Usually, the writing medium
It is rare for the reader to be placed in the correct position manually.
Therefore, by correcting the position, the placement position of the writing medium
This is because there is no need to pay attention to the location. Further, the correcting means of the character recognition device may be a reading device.
The relative position of the handwriting and the relative position of the writing medium
The inclination of the writing medium is detected based on the
Correcting is preferred. Usually, the writing medium is
And it is rare to be placed at a regular angle by hand.
Calibrate, pay attention to the placement angle of the writing medium.
This is because it is no longer necessary. In the present invention, the character recognition device is a reading device.
Based on the handwriting data sent from
Characters, symbols, figures or characters that make up the character string
Means for extracting symbols, extracted characters, symbols, and figures
Recognize characters in a shape or group of characters and symbols
Means for converting the character string into a recognized character string. Characters written on a writing medium are broken and described.
Characters are cut or written continuously.
Can be decomposed into recognition units such as one character.
Thus, character recognition can be facilitated. Here, it is converted into a character string recognized by the character recognition device.
Means to copy image data from handwriting data
Based character recognition and sampling with this handwriting
A directional element indicating the direction from a point to the next sampling point
Character recognition based on child-based character recognition results
Is preferred. Because the handwriting is broken,
Even if you cannot recognize which character
If you refer to the directional element,
Characters can be recognized.
This is because that. The character string is converted into a character string recognized by the character recognition device.
Means to separate characters, symbols, figures or characters / symbols.
Characters, symbols, figures or sentences cut out by
Recognize characters based on the stroke count of each character / symbol group
Is preferred. Candidate sentences that can be recognized according to the number of strokes
If a character group is provided, the character recognition rate
Because it is possible to raise Further, it is converted into a character string recognized by the character recognition device.
Means to separate characters, symbols, figures or characters / symbols.
Characters, symbols, figures or sentences cut out by
Based on the number of intersections in each character / symbol group,
It is preferable to recognize. Recognition according to the number of intersections
If you set up a group of candidate characters that can be
Even so, the character recognition rate can be increased. The character string is converted into a character string recognized by the character recognition device.
Means to separate characters, symbols, figures or characters / symbols.
Characters, symbols, figures or sentences cut out by
Whether each character / symbol group is included in the specified area
, It is preferable to recognize characters. Sentence in the given area
If you write letters, the size of the letters will be constant, so
This is because the character recognition rate can be increased. In the present invention, the character to be recognized by the character recognition device
The means for converting to a column is a method in which a predetermined specific figure is overwritten.
If the detected character string is detected in the recognition character string,
Prohibits the recognition of a character string overwritten with a specific figure. For example, a symbol such as a double line is overwritten on a character.
If it is, the character string erased by the double line is recognized.
Can be excluded from the string. The overwritten character string is one.
It may be a letter or two or more strings. Further, it is converted into a character string recognized by the character recognition device.
Means is a sentence in which a predetermined specific figure is overwritten.
If a character string is detected in the recognized character string, and
When the character string appended to the character string is recognized,
Prohibit the recognition of character strings with specific figures overwritten,
Instead, it recognizes the annotated character string and recognizes it.
It is preferable to arrange it to be inserted into a row. A double line is overwritten, and a correction sentence is
If the character is listed, the correction character is a double line
Is inserted instead of the deleted string. In addition,
The overwritten string and the appended string are the same
It need not be the number of characters. Also, these strings are one character
May be two or more characters. Further, the character recognition device is provided in a predetermined column of a writing medium.
Characters, symbols or figures of a predetermined type
If it is recognized that the written medium has been deleted,
It is preferable to provide a means for determining that For example, the predetermined fields are, for example, at the four corners of the writing medium.
Provide. It is large across the designated columns provided at these four corners.
If the mark x is described, the entire writing medium is to be deleted.
Is determined to be. Also, the character recognition device is provided in a predetermined column of a writing medium.
Characters, symbols or figures of a predetermined type
If it is recognized that the
The recognition character string based on the handwriting data described in the
It is preferable to provide a means for determining
New For example, in a sales writing medium, a product name,
For one record consisting of quantity, unit price, amount, etc.,
Is provided as a predetermined column beside the record column. This □
If you put an X in the column of, you recognized the record
Delete the string. According to the present invention, the character recognition device includes one writing medium.
Multiple units of handwriting data corresponding to the body
Based on these handwriting data units output from
And recognizes character strings for each writing medium. Handwriting data transmitted from a plurality of reading devices
Is recognized for each writing medium, so that it is suitable for slip processing and the like. In the present invention, the character recognition device
Handwriting data transmitted from the reader connected to the recognition device
Definition data that specifies a writing medium based on data that contains
Means for setting the data, and a device for reading the set definition data.
Means for transmitting to the device. For example, a new writing medium
When designing body styles, the entrant must use existing writing media or
Sets the writing medium roughly tabulated on the reader. So
Then, on the writing medium, for example,
Pen column by pressing the diagonal line of the column with a pen, etc.
Enter the coordinates of the edge. Writing media design equipment is
Read the coordinates of the specified pen tip. Also another
Specified for the area specified by the coordinates
Attribute data (characters) for the area (entered by input device
Type, character recognition, number of digits, etc.)
Also memorize. Therefore, these allow new writing
Definition data that defines the format of the medium can be designed. At this time, the definition data of the character recognition device is
The means for setting is based on data including handwriting data.
When coordinates are specified, it is specified by these multiple coordinates
It is preferable to set the range to be
No. When specifying the frame, if you specify the vertex of the frame,
Because the layout and size of the input fields can be determined.
You. Further, a definition body of the character recognition device is set.
The means, when one input field is set, the attribute of the input field
It is configured so that the property can be set together. Further, the business processing device is a character recognition device.
One or more of the writing media among the recognized character strings
A character string corresponding to a predetermined column of
Index data and this written data
Stores data including handwriting data on the medium in correspondence
Equipped with a database, based on index data
Read and write records stored in database
And search processing. Read the contents of handwriting data
File management based on index data
File processing speeds up file processing.
You. The character recognition device outputs the data from the reading device.
Of the handwriting data, a sentence about a predetermined area of the writing medium
Character recognition is prohibited and handwriting data in the area is
Output to the business processing device as image data. Make them aware
Data that does not need to be processed can be processed as image data.
It is enough. For example, the signature of the input
In this case, the data is transferred as it is. According to the present invention, the business processing device includes the writing medium
Character recognition device described in specific area of body prohibits character recognition
And the handwriting data for collation output as it is
Compares with the handwriting data for collation, and based on the collation result,
Perform business processing. For example, the handwriting data for verification is the signature of the input person.
, The signature of a person qualified to handle the reader
Is stored in advance as collation handwriting data. Business processing equipment
Is registered in advance with the handwriting data transferred from the reader.
Is compared with the handwriting data
Processing such as performing character recognition on the written medium can be performed. Here, the collation is performed in the order of the strokes indicated by the handwriting data.
It is preferable to perform the following. In addition, the brush indicated by the handwriting data
It is also preferable to carry out based on the recording time. At this time, the business processing device is a character recognition device.
Media for handwriting data with character recognition
When the approval process indicating the approval of
Imprint data proving the approval is included in the handwriting data.
It is preferable to add. Follow normal review approval process
This is because the processing can be realized by the business management system. [0086] The business processing device also checks the handwriting data.
A code is added to indicate that all written media has been approved
Processing of this handwriting data only if
Is preferred. Confirmation of review approval is possible even with code
Because you can. According to the present invention, the business processing apparatus reads in advance
By registering the identification data of the
Is configured so that the reading device to be processed by the
And the reader sends the reader's identification code.
The reading code is registered in advance.
The business process is determined by whether the
Determine whether it is valid or invalid. According to the present invention, the business processing apparatus is used in advance.
By registering the handwriting data of the user's signature,
Configurable so that users who are qualified to use the storage device can be identified
And the signature of the user who uses the reading device
If handwriting data of the first name is sent,
Depending on whether the trace matches a pre-registered handwriting,
Judge whether the process is valid or invalid. According to the present invention, the business processing apparatus can
To sequentially read the time stamp data contained in the data
Column and the time indicated by the read time stamp data.
Of these, time stamp data that has passed a certain period
If it is issued, the specified processing is performed on the written medium.
Means. Time indicated by timestamp data
Without information continuity, writing was not performed properly
This is because it can be determined. For example, a predetermined process of the business processing device is performed.
The means is a process that has been performed for a certain period of time
If the stamp data is detected, the writing medium
Treat as invalid. According to the present invention, the business processing apparatus is capable of
Data based on the time stamp data included in the data
Accumulate the usage time for each device, and according to the accumulated usage time
To perform predetermined business processing. According to the present invention, the writing medium can be used for customer service.
It is designed to be compatible with
The character recognition device is used by
Handwriting data sent from the reader while serving customers
Character recognition based on data including data
Has a database that stores information about customers,
Data based on the character string recognized by the character recognition device
Search the base and find out which customers
If information is stored, a sentence is
A character string is created and transmitted to the reading device for display. to this
Thus, business processing for customer service can be performed. For example, the writing medium is a complaint reception slip,
Sheet, questionnaire, etc.
Information and questionnaire regarding complaints received in the past
Answer information to questions, answer information to questions, etc. are stored.
You. According to the present invention, the writing medium is used for inventory processing.
It is designed to be compatible and the reader
Used by personnel, business processing equipment, inventory of goods
Equipped with a database that stores information on numbers,
Database based on the character string recognized by the recognition device.
Search for the number of items in each item indicated by the recognized string.
Update the database. This allows for inventory
Business management. For example, the writing medium is an inventory list, an inventory
Table, etc., and the database contains the number of
Are stored. The business processing device reads from the database.
Sends the number of items in stock to each reader to be readable.
You. According to the present invention, a writing medium is
It indicates a series of steps related to
Check boxes are provided for each
Business processing equipment
Indicates the result of character recognition by the character recognition device in the check box.
To indicate that a mark has been added,
The associated step is configured to be processable. this
With this, business management of office business can be performed. For example, a writing medium is a fax, a pudding
Required for office work, such as communication via e-mail
Step is the one displayed with the check box.
You. According to the present invention, the writing medium is a
It is designed with input fields used for
Each business unit is used by a number of bidders,
Sent by a number of readers and recognized by a character recognizer.
Refer to the character string for each reading device
Arbitrary character strings can be displayed based on the magnitude of numerical values
Is done. Thereby, business management of bid management can be performed. For example, in a writing medium, a column for entering an amount is
The business processing device is provided
Character recognition of handwriting data from multiple reading devices based on the amount
Understand. Then, the recognized character string, that is, the amount
Also show the bigger ones. The dealer sees this display
And determine the bidder. According to the present invention, the writing medium has a predetermined problem.
The reader is designed with an answer column for
Business processing equipment used by answerers to questions
Is sent from the reader and recognized by the character recognition device.
Scores for each respondent based on the given character string, average of all
A scoring process of points, problem-specific average points, deviation values, etc. is performed. this
Thereby, the business management of the scoring process can be performed. Here, the writing medium is an answer column in addition to the answer column.
Designed with a blank entry box, the character recognition device
The handwriting entered in the blank entry field is used as image data.
Sent to the business processing unit, and the business processing unit
Therefore, the image data in the entry column of the answer progress entered
It is preferable to be configured to be able to display images based on
No. Since the answer progress is displayed as an image, it is suitable for reviewing the test
This is because it is possible to provide a system that can be used. According to the present invention, the writing medium is
A reading device configured with an entry column for reservation sales
Is used by representatives who book tickets for sale
The business processing unit records the number of tickets available for sale.
Database that is recognized by a character recognition device.
Character string indicates that you want to purchase a given ticket.
If the data is
If there are remaining tickets, sell them
The permission data is transmitted to the reading device. This
In addition, the business management of ticket sales can be performed. Here, the data transmitted from the business processing device is
Data received and the transmitted data allows ticket sales
If the data is to be issued, issue the ticket
It is preferable to further include a ticket issuing device. The data transmitted from the business processing device
Received and the data sent allows the ticket to be sold
Charge for the ticket if the data is
It is preferable to further comprise a possible cash register. BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION (1st Embodiment) (System Configuration) FIG. 1 shows a system according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
Shows the outline of the business management system. The operations described in this figure
Business management system enables management of transactions such as product orders.
It is a thing. This business management system has sales floor departments 1 to n
(N is an arbitrary natural number), information center, business partner and logistics
The centers are configured to be able to communicate with each other via the communication infrastructure 3.
Have been. The sales departments 1 to n are, for example, each sales department of a department store.
The gate is shown. Each of the counters 1 to n is 1 or more
From sales floors 1 to m (m is an arbitrary natural number) and sales office
It is made up. Each store is operated by a store manager
Ming reader 10 is provided, and the sales office
The character recognition device 2 of the invention is provided. [0102] The sales floor reading device 10 is operated by the sales floor staff.
Character recognition device 2 in sales office for writing contents on slips
4 and 5 in detail.
Will be described later. The sales office has a computer 20.
Have been. The computer 20 executes a predetermined program
By executing, the character recognition device 2 of the present invention operates.
It is configured to be operable. That is, the reading of each sales floor 1-m
Character recognition of handwriting data transmitted from the capture device 10
It is configured. Detailed configuration of character recognition device 2
Will be described later with reference to FIG. Reading device 10 and computer 20
The form of communication with will be described with reference to FIGS. In the information center, the host computer 40
Is provided. The host computer 40
Large general-purpose computer, not shown
U, ROM, RAM, storage device, modem, etc.
By executing a predetermined program,
It is configured to be operable as the business processing device 4. sand
That is, the character recognition of each sales department 1 to n via the communication infrastructure 3
Communication with the device 2 is possible. Sales office order from sales office
Data is sent to the information center, which places an order
Delivery data is sent to the sales office. In the storage device of the host computer 40,
A database related to slip management is configured. this
The database specifies the slip using the slip number as a key
Data is recorded in record units. Les
Items that make up the code, that is, fields
The data corresponding to each of the input fields is stored. these
Fields include sales floor code, person in charge code, and delivery
Daily, delivery location, type of delivery, slip number, event name, transaction
Destination code, supplier name, purchase condition, purchase type, purchase classification,
Product number, quantity, cost unit price, cost amount, selling price, selling price
Includes amount, price tag designation, etc. [0106] The business partners are the host computer 42a and
And a printer 42b. This host computer
The computer 42a is a host computer 4 of the information center.
0 and the communication center 3 with the computer 41a of the distribution center
Are communicably connected via Account host co
Computer 42a receives order data from the information center
And send the delivery date data, which represents the delivery date, to the information center.
It is configured to be able to transmit. Business partner
The linter 42b is used to print out the delivery slip.
Used. The goods with the delivery slip are sent to the distribution center 41.
Will be delivered. A computer 41a and a pre-
And the like are provided. Computer 41a
Is the information center host computer via the communication line
40 and the client's host computer 42a.
Have been. Delivery destination of goods to computer 41a, delivery
Information about the day and the like is input. The distribution center is
According to the instructions of the computer 41a.
n. (Structure of Reading Device) Next, referring to FIG.
The external structure of the reading device 10 will be described. FIG.
FIG. 2 is a plan view of the reading device 10. The reading device 10 is a rectangular plate
The pen has a writing surface on which a pen 5 handwriting is detected.
A digitizer 10a is provided. In addition, reader
On the upper part of the writing surface (upper part of the figure), there is an LCD for display.
10g, function switching switch 10r, operation selection switch
Switch group 10s, slip selection switch group 10t, slip 6
A clip 10x for sandwiching the clip is provided. Reading equipment
A serial port 10u and a bus slot are provided on the upper end face of the device 10.
A parallel port 1 is provided on the lower end face.
0w is provided. Serial port 10u is general purpose
Connection with the computer 20 via the communication cable
General-purpose communication port. Bus slot 10v is an example
For example, configure an input / output slot conforming to the PC bus standard,
PHS11 etc. with terminal arrangement based on PC card
The portable information communication device is configured to be attachable. The PHS 11 is connected to the bus slot 10v
Provide PC card compliant terminal arrangements where possible
It is preferable to have a connection terminal. like this
For example, Kyocera “DataScope”
"PM100D" manufactured by Nippon City Media, manufactured by Oki Electric
"PC &TEL" and the like. This PHS11 is
Calling any number to control communication infrastructure 3
It enables wireless data communication with the nearest relay station 30.
Has been established. In particular, in the present embodiment, the computer 20
Call the subscriber number of the sales office to be set up.
You. The parallel port 10w is, for example, a PC bus
Compliant with standards, IC card can be installed, and auxiliary input
The device 12 is configured to be attachable. Auxiliary input device
12 is composed of an adapter board 12a and a main body 12b.
Has been established. As the auxiliary input device 12, on the slip 6
Scan to capture images such as stamps and thumbprints
Bar code for reading bar code on slip 6
A reader and the like. FIG. 5 shows a block diagram of the reading device 10.
You. The reading device 10 includes a digitizer 10a and a handwriting data.
Data memory 10b, CPU 10c, RAM 10d, R
OM 10e, LCD driver 10f, LCD 10g, switch
Switch interface circuit 10h, bus slot input
Interface circuit 10i, interface for parallel port
Interface 10j, serial port interface
A circuit 10k, a buffer 10m, a bus 10n, and the like.
Has been established. The digitizer 10a has the coordinates of the tip of the pen 5.
(X coordinate, Y coordinate). example
For example, when the pen 5 generates a predetermined electromagnetic wave,
Electric field strength when the digitizer 10a receives an electromagnetic wave
It is configured to be able to measure the coordinates by the above method. At the tip of pen 5
If a metal sphere is embedded, the position of this metal sphere
Is configured to be magnetically detectable. Pen point on slip 6
In order for the reading device 10 to be able to determine whether or not the touch
5 is a non-contact state when the pen tip touches the slip.
It is configured to be able to output different electromagnetic waves. In this configuration
In response, the user places the pen 5 on the slip 6 on the digitizer 10a.
When writing characters, etc., the X coordinate of the tip of the pen 5 and
And handwriting data representing the time change of the Y coordinate are digitizer 1
0a. To detect fast movement of pen 5
In addition, the handwriting data sampling frequency is 100 times / se
It is desirable that it is not less than c. Note that the digitizer 10
a of the tip of the pen 5 by using a pressure sensor or the like.
Coordinates (X coordinate, Y coordinate) and pen pressure (Z coordinate) can be detected
May be configured. Digitizer 1 that can detect pen pressure
When 0 is used, the character recognition process described later
It is possible to do it accurately. Sump as above
Ringed handwriting data is scanned by a normal
So-called image data that captures a two-dimensional image
However, the handwriting data is re-
An image that reproduces the handwriting as it is by combining
Can be reproduced. The handwriting data memory 10b includes a digitizer.
The handwriting data output from the user 10a can be stored.
Have been. Handwriting data is one file per slip
Is stored as Multiple files for multiple slips
Can also be stored. The RAM 10d is used as a work memory
Definition data which defines the format of the voucher to be used
Corresponds to the switch number of the slip selection switch group 10t
Let me be stored. In addition, function selection switch 1
Definition data on functions provided when 0r is pressed
And display character data, operation selection switch group 10
Definition data about the operation content to be provided when s is pressed
Data and display character data are also stored. This R
The AM10d prevents data loss when the power is turned off.
Battery-backed RAM,
It is desirable to use volatile RAM. ROM10e
Is for making the device function as the handwriting reading device of the present invention.
Program data etc. of this
Data can be supplied to the CPU 10c via the bus 10n.
Has been established. The liquid crystal driver 10f drives the LCD 10g.
It is configured to be movable. LCD 10g is connected to CPU 10c.
Based on the transferred character data, the list format and
Characters can be displayed to convey functions etc. to the operator
Have been. In addition, the input / output slot 10
Data input via v or serial port
10u and data input through the parallel port 10w.
Character data based on the data
You. Switch interface circuit 10h
Is a function selection switch 10r, an operation selection switch
Group 10s and the switch group 10t for selecting a slip.
The switch state can be read. Bath slot
Interface circuit 10i is connected to the internal bus 10n.
Mediation of data transmission / reception with bus slot 10v
It is configured. For example, from PHS11 to bus slot
Read data via 10v and output to bus 10n
The data transmitted to the bus 10n is stored in the bus slot 1
It is configured to be able to output to PHS11 via 0v.
The parallel port interface circuit 10j
When an IC card is attached to the rel port 10w
Performs input / output of data with the IC card. Again
Input of scanner, barcode reader, etc. to port 12w
When the device 12 is connected, these input devices 1
2 is readable. Siri
Alport interface circuit 10k is RS-2
The parallel signal of the bus 10n is serialized according to the 32C standard or the like.
It is configured so that it can be converted to an analog signal and output. buffer
10m is a current driver. The CPU 10c writes the data in the ROM 10e.
By executing the program data
It is configured to be operable as the reading device 10 of the present invention.
That is, the CPU 10c operates the sun of the digitizer 10a.
Generates handwriting data by controlling the pulling timing
You. Also, referring to an internal clock (not shown),
Timing of handwriting data generation (for example, every few seconds)
Is generated and inserted into the handwriting data.
Enter. Furthermore, a serial port is provided via the PHS11.
Via 10u or via parallel port 10w
When data is input, this data is
After storing in AM10d, characters are
Display on LCD 10g. Also, a function selection switch
10r, switch group 10s for operation selection, or slip selection
When the selection switch 10t is pressed, the switch
The switch state is fetched and the corresponding process is executed. That is, the function selecting switch 10r is pressed.
When the button is pressed, the entry mode and bar
Code reading mode, scanner reading mode, battery / memory
A display mode or the like is selected. Filling mode is for filling out slips
This is the mode for performing. The barcode reading mode is
When a barcode reader is connected as the
This is the mode to be selected to read the code.
In the scanner reading mode, the scanner is used as the input device 12.
To make the scanner read images when connected
This is the mode to be selected. The battery / memory display mode is
This mode is used to check the remaining capacity of the pond and memory. In the reading device 10 having the above configuration, the user
The handwriting data representing the handwriting of the
Transmitted to the computer 20. Described in multiple writing media
If handwritten data is stored,
Send data in batch. The time of transmission is, for example, one day
It is a fixed time, and even once a day,
It may be transmitted several times. The reading apparatus 10 includes a plurality of communication means.
The PHS 11 and the bus
Via lot 10v, IC card and parallel port 1
Either via 0w or via serial port 10u
It is possible to select a communication means and connect to the computer 20.
You. (Configuration of Character Recognition Apparatus) FIG.
A block diagram of a computer 20 operating as the device 2 is shown in FIG.
Show. As shown in FIG.
Play 20b, keyboard 20c, hard disk 20
d, magneto-optical disk 20e, interface circuit 20
f, modem 20g, image memory 20h, handwriting memo
20i, ROM 20j, RAM 20k, bus 20m,
And a CPU 20n. The keyboard 20c is used for various types of data other than handwriting data.
Used to enter data. Hard disk 2
0d, the magneto-optical disk 20e has the character recognition device of the present invention.
For operating the computer 20 as a device
Is stored. In addition, handwriting data filed
Etc. are saved. The interface circuit 20f includes a model
The reading device 10 or the business processing device via the
4 is a circuit for transmitting and receiving data to and from the PC. Mo
The dem 20g is located on the reading device 10 via the communication infrastructure 3.
Or to send / receive data to / from the business processing device 4
Circuit. The modem 20g is a built-in modem,
May also be an external modem. Image memory 20h is based on handwriting data.
Temporarily store image data that does not include the time function.
Memory. For example, handwriting "1234"
From the handwriting data that represents the image "1234"
Image data is generated and this image data is saved
You. The handwriting memory 20i stores the handwriting data being processed as it is.
It is a memory for storing. Sent from reader 10
The handwritten data received is saved as a file on the hard disk.
20d or the like. And character recognition processing and
Handwriting data that you want to process
Read from the disk 20d, etc., and stored in the handwriting memory 20i.
Is stored. If you need image data,
Image data from handwriting data stored in the memory 20i
Is generated and stored in the image memory 20h. letter
When recognition is performed, the recognition character string is
Therefore, the represented character data is stored in the hard disk 20d or the like.
Will be delivered. If you need to display the result of reading characters,
Image data in the image memory 20h, the hard disk
On the display 20b by the recognition character string etc.
The slip is displayed. Imprint image data is handwriting data
If attached to the display,
b. The ROM 20j has an initial program row.
Memory used to hold program data such as
Memory, and the RAM 20k is used as a work area.
Memory. CPU 20n receives the handwriting data
Generation of image data based on characters, characters based on handwriting data
It performs recognition, character recognition based on image data, and the like. According to the configuration of the character recognition device 2, the reading
Based on the data including the handwriting data transmitted from the device 10
Character recognition of the handwriting corresponding to the input
Then, character data is generated. The computer 20 has a writing medium.
It can also be used as a measuring terminal. Operator presses key
When a predetermined command is input to the mode 20c, the CPU 20
n is a program for writing medium design from the hard disk 20d.
Read out the system and execute it. Writing media design processing
The operation is performed in a talking manner, and the operator looks at the display
A desired writing medium can be designed while designing. Existing
Create a new writing medium format using a writing medium, etc.
The procedure to be performed will be described with reference to FIG. (Communication Form) Next, referring to FIG. 2 and FIG.
While the communication form between the reading device 10 and the computer 20
Will be described. FIG. 2 shows a communication mode at a short distance.
I have. The distance between the reading device 10 and the computer 20
Is relatively short, the following method can be considered. Ma
If the recording medium 12 such as an IC card is used,
The data can be transferred via the report 10w.
Attach an infrared communication adapter to the serial port 10u
In this case, data transfer by infrared communication can be performed. Ma
A computer with a cable from serial port 10u
20 for serial communication (RS232C standard)
Compliant communication, etc.)
Wear. When using the storage medium 12 and infrared communication,
The reader 10 is freely portable because it is cordless
It works. FIG. 3 shows a long-distance communication mode.
I have. As shown in FIG.
The computer 20 is a wireless communication or a wired communication, and is a communication base.
They are connected to each other via a board 3. Communication infrastructure 3 is public
Communication equipment, including a relay station 30, a control station 31, and a line 3
2. The relay station 30 includes an antenna 30
a, and when transmitting and receiving data to and from the PHS 11
In both cases, the quality of the radio is monitored, and signal transmission with the control station 31 is performed.
It is configured to be able to perform reception. The control station 31
It controls a plurality of relay stations 30, and the radio quality is
Switch to another relay station if it deteriorates
It is configured so that line communication can be maintained. Further, the control station 31
Is configured to enable subscriber information management and exchange connection with the line.
Have been. The line 32 is a fixed network and includes a plurality of exchanges.
Is configured to be connectable to the computer 2 through
It may be a subscriber line or a dedicated line. Ma
In addition, even with a high-speed line such as ISDN, a normal telephone line
There may be. In the case of wired communication, the reader 10 is shown
Connection via line 32 by using
Connected to the computer 20. In the case of wireless communication, the bus slot 10v
Communication between the PHS 11 attached to the
When the communication is performed, the reading device 10 becomes a computer.
20. With the above configuration, the reading device 10 does not
Data, including handwriting data, by wire or wire
2 from the computer 2, wireless or wired
Transmits data including character data. The communication via the communication infrastructure 3 is performed at the counter
Not only between sales offices, but also between sales offices and information centers,
Intercommunication between business partners or distribution centers
It can be used for The processing of the CPU 10c of the reading device 10
When the ability is high, the reading device 10 in the present embodiment is used.
Is configured to have a function in accordance with the character recognition device 2.
You may. That is, both functions are provided to the CPU 10c.
Run a program that sometimes plays. in this case,
The communication infrastructure 3 between the reading device 10 and the business processing device 4
Configured for wired or wireless communication via
You. (Operation of Entire System) Subsequently, the present embodiment
The operation of the business management system according to the first embodiment will be described. Figure 7 shows the book
A file representing an overview of the processing of the business management system according to the embodiment.
It is a low chart. Step S1 (writing medium design):
At the sales office, the operator connects the computer 20
Design and create a writing medium using it. Writing media design
The details of this process will be described later (FIG. 8). Before using the reading device 10, the operator can
The reading device 10 used in the sales section of the
Connect to a wired or wireless connection using the above communication
A reader that reads the definition data that defines the form of the slip to be used
Transfer to 10 The reader 10 transmits the transmitted definition
The data is stored in the RAM 10d. The input fields (items) to be entered in the order slip
Eyes) include sales floor code, person in charge code, daily delivery date,
Delivery location, delivery type, slip number, event name, supplier
Name, supplier name, purchase condition, purchase type, purchase category, product number,
Quantity, cost unit price, cost amount, selling price, selling price, price tag
There are specifications. Of these, event name, supplier name, product
The name is extracted by the computer 20 as image data.
Will be issued. In other words, handwriting of event name, business partner name, product name
Image data is generated based on the data. The brush
Reading device 10 or computer without writing on recording medium
Data automatically generated by the department store
Code, store code, order date (time stamp date
). Step S2 (basic writing medium creation): one
To create a voucher for use at each sales floor,
The perlator is a definition field stored in the computer 20 itself.
Print the composition using the data. And exit from the printer
The printing company sends a large amount of this voucher based on the
Print. The printed slip is distributed to each department store.
It is. The salesperson in charge of using the reading device 10
And inputting a slip using the reading device 10 at each sales floor
Will be done. S3 (writing medium definition body designation):
If it becomes necessary to order products at the sales floor,
The person in charge of the meeting determines the type of writing medium (slip) to be used.
Specify the definition body ID to be specified on the reading device 10
It is designated by operating the switch 10t. Reading
The device 10 detects the state of the switch 10t,
Any definition data in the definition data stored in 0d
Data is selected. Selected writing medium
Type for handwriting data along with input handwriting data
Stored in the memory 10b. The sales person in charge reads the desired slip.
10 (S3) to correct the position and inclination of the slip.
Is input (S4). See below for details.
You. Step S6 (entry processing): Sales person in charge
Is the sales floor code, person in charge code or
Signature, delivery date, delivery location, delivery type, slip number, special event
Name, supplier code, supplier name, purchase condition, purchase type,
Purchase category, product number, quantity, cost unit price, cost amount, selling price unit
Enter the price, selling price, price tag designation, etc. Step S6 (handwriting data detection): reading
The device 10 is a tip of a pen 1d on a digitizer 10a.
And read the coordinates of the pen tip for the elapsed time.
Generate handwriting data that is change data. Generated
Handwriting data is stored in the RAM 10d in the reading device 10.
You. When the entry of one slip is completed, the reading device 10
Automatically stores data such as department store codes, store codes,
Dynamically generate and add these data to handwriting data
You. In addition, the reading device 10 is provided with a predetermined timing (for example,
Every few seconds) the internal clock is referenced and its handwriting is recorded.
Timestamp data indicating the date and time
Inserted sequentially into the data. Step S8 (transmission of handwriting data): One sheet
Is completed, the reading device 10 returns to the RAM 1
Data including handwriting data stored in 0d
To the computer 20 in the sales office.
The transmission timing is, for example, determined during the day
The handwriting data of multiple slips at once
Even if they are
You may. Step S9 (handwriting data reception): Sales floor
The office computer 20 is located in Syria for short distances.
Communication via the communication infrastructure 3 for long distances
Data including handwriting data from the reading device 10
To receive. This data is stored in the RAM 20k. Step S10 (character recognition): Character recognition
The device 2 is based on the data including the received handwriting data.
Perform character recognition. And character data based on handwriting data
Is generated (S11). Details will be described later (FIG. 9). The result of character recognition is
It is displayed on the display 20b. At this time,
Along with the body data, the slip
Image data can be displayed together with recognized characters
Configuration is preferred. That is, the computer 20
Specifies the layout of the input fields based on the definition
Characters entered in each input field according to data including data
recognize. When displaying recognized characters,
Is the magnification of the data matched with the size of the recognition character string?
Then, superimposed on the image data of the slip,
Display the image. With this configuration,
The display 20b actually displayed the slip.
A similar image is displayed. Step S12 (character data transmission): sentence
The character recognition device 2 is based on the generated character data.
Sales floor order data including order information for each gate is generated.
This sales floor order data is based on the information written on the slip.
Data that summarizes the data necessary for ordering products for each sales department
It is. This sales floor order data is stored in the information center host
Sent to the computer 40. Step S13 (Host Business Process): Information
Information center host computer 40
Based on this, a new record is registered in the database.
And order data that represents the product, number of products, delivery date, delivery destination, etc.
Data and send it to the host computer 42a of the customer
I do. The host computer 42a of the business partner
Delivery date indicating the delivery date while receiving the order data from the
Send data to the information center. For business partners,
The delivery slip is printed out from the linter 42b. Soshi
Attach the delivery slip to the product and send the product to the distribution center 41
to deliver. The distribution center computer 41a delivers the goods.
Instruct the supplier and sort products according to these instructions.
You. Then, the sorted products are specified daily and
Delivered to the delivery location. Step S14 (character data generation): Information
The information center host computer 40
Connected and configured. This host computer 4
0 means that if sales floor order data is sent,
From the product based on the product number specified by the data.
And read the stock quantity. And a statement showing the number of stocks
Character data or character data that indicates whether or not
To the computer 20. Step S15 (transmit character data):
The computer 20 keeps the reading device 10 connected.
If sent, the character sent directly from the information center
The data including the data is transmitted to the reading device 10. Also,
If the connection with the reading device 10 is disconnected,
When communication with the reading device 10 becomes possible, the character
Send data including data. In addition, this character data
The data containing the information is sent to the information center without the computer 20.
The data is directly transmitted from the host computer 40 to the reading device 10.
You may comprise so that it may be. Step S16 (character data display): Reading
The receiving device 10 receives data including character data.
Then, this is stored in the RAM 10d and character display is performed.
The character display mode will be described later. (Writing Medium Design Processing) FIG.
7 is a flowchart showing details of the total processing (S1 in FIG. 7).
You. In the business management system according to the present embodiment,
In addition, it is possible to design various slips. There are two methods for specifying the slip format.
You. One is to use a standard form provided externally.
The definition device data for defining
The method specified on the computer 20 is another
Using the computer of the sales office, etc.
A slip form is designed, which is read by the reader 10 and the computer.
Is stored in the data 20. When designing a new slip form, a reading device
Need to perform two-way communication between computer 10 and computer 20
Therefore, for example, any of the methods described in FIG. 2 or FIG.
The reading device 10 and the computer 20 are connected by such a communication form.
Continue. Reader 10 is connected to computer 20
In the state, the operator newly sets the reading device 10.
The template of the existing slip to be measured is
Clip between clips 10x. There must be a template for the existing voucher
For example, by handwriting, the position and size of the input field and its attributes
You can use the draft paper that describes this as a template.
No. The operator operates the computer 20 for writing medium design mode.
Mode. When you enter the writing media design mode,
The computer 20 is used for two-way communication with the reading device 10.
After initialization, the display 20b displays
Display an indication. FIG. 16 shows the definition data in the business management system.
This is part of the form template that you want to be recognized as a data. Sign 1
6a to x are input fields. The figure shows the input fields for the date
16a, creator input field 16b, image input field 16
c, an ID input field 16x is shown. [0158] A new form similar to each of the input fields of these templates is provided.
To design the slip form, enter each of these
Data 20 must be sequentially recognized. That is,
For each input field, the position of the input field, character attribute (number, Chinese
Type of character, image, etc.), number of digits, and whether or not to perform character recognition
Must be specified. For this reason, the operator first tries to create
The size of the slip to be
20 (S101). In addition, the operator
Input fields for votes, such as date, creator name, sales floor code,
The computer code 20 is used to determine the person's code and the delivery date.
(S102), the size of each input field, etc.
Is specified (S103). To specify the size,
The computer 20 provides the operator with an input
The position is designated on the reading device 10 (S104). input
To specify the position of the field, enter the
Of the four corners, hold two opposing corners with pen 5 and
The coordinates are transferred to the computer 20. For example, date
Input fields 16a, points a1 and a2, creator input fields
If it is 16b, points b1 and b2, even if it is an image input field
For example, the points c1 and c2 are designated by the pen 1d. Where the image
The input field of the image is a character input
This is a field to be displayed, such as a signature field.
When performing collation using the signature field, use the reading device 10.
Who creates the definition body data
The data is registered in the computer 20 as geometric data. This image
The definition data is defined image data for collation.
Attached to the data. When the operator specifies the coordinates in the input field,
The computer 20 provides the operator with a keyboard 20c
The character attribute, the number of digits, whether or not to recognize characters, etc.
(S105). The operator responds to the keyboard
Enter the attribute by specifying a numeric key from the
Power. Designated on the display of the computer 20
The outline of the slip of the specified size is displayed, and the operator
Adjust the position of each item while watching the screen of
(S106). By the above processing, the definition body data of the slip
Is designed, the designed writing medium is displayed on the display.
Is displayed (S107). The actual slip is displayed on the display.
Operators can easily design slips by displaying images
Can be verified. The operator
While watching the screen, determine whether the desired voucher has been designed.
It is turned off (S108). And the slip is displayed as planned
If not, step S until the desired voucher is designed.
The processing of 101 to S107 is repeatedly executed. Desired biography
When the design of the vote is completed (YES in S108), FIG.
As shown in the lower part, attribute data for each input field is associated
The defined definition data is set. Based on the definition data, the operator
Is an image representing the composition of the designed voucher and the composition
Print out the parameters to be displayed from the printer 21d.
(S109). And these sub-images and plates
Use the parameters below to print a large number of
Let The definition of the slip created by the above process
The body data is provided to the reading device 10. It should be noted that the template image data of the slip is read.
If you do not use the reading device 10, the same as above
Slip design is possible. That is, the operator first
Scan the template of the slip with a scanner (not shown)
Input to the computer 20. Read image data
The form of the slip is displayed on the display 20b based on the
Is shown. The operator writes the form on the displayed slip
And use a mouse or the like to enter each input field in the same procedure as above.
Identify and set attributes. That is, the displayed
Click the diagonal corner of the input field with a mouse, etc.
Enter the coordinates of. Diagonal line in one input field
After specifying the corner, enter it using the keyboard, etc.
You enter the attributes of the columns. (Character Recognition Processing) FIG.
7 shows a detailed flowchart of (S10 in FIG. 7). Ma
The computer 20 at the sales office has handwriting data.
Effective area, that is, the tip of the pen 5 is on the digitizer 10a
A data area is extracted during the period of contact with (S20)
1). Next, the computer 20 checks the validity of the handwriting data.
Normalization of the handwriting data and the range of handwriting data
It is enclosed (S202). In the effective area of this handwriting data
On the other hand, Hadamard transformation, Kahnen-Lave transformation, cosine
Orthogonal function conversion such as conversion is performed (S203), and the time axis
The handwriting data represented by (t) is represented by the orthogonal axis (s).
By expressing handwriting data with orthogonal axes in this way,
Thus, it is possible to extract the characteristic portion of the handwriting. Here, character recognition is based on the sentence indicated by the handwriting data.
Characters or character groups that make up a character string are identified one by one
Handwriting data in the divided area
In other words, it is performed. This process is called character extraction. In the input field of the slip, enter the sentence
It is best to set a frame as if you are writing characters
Preferred for overhanging. The computer 20
One handwriting is written in each area of the character pitch frame.
This is because characters can be recognized and processed. Now, the orthogonal axis is set for each of the extracted characters.
The handwriting data represented by (s) is a function G [X (S), Y (S)]
Is converted into a value g representing a feature (S204). one
Characters to be recognized, such as
Sample values g1, g corresponding to character data to be indicated
2, g3, g4, ... are prepared in advance as sample files
Have been. Then the sample value closest to the value g is searched
(S205), character data corresponding to the sample value is recognized.
The result is obtained (S206). If one character is clear, the above processing is performed.
Character recognition is performed. However, the letters run when filling out the slip
If it is written, etc., the form of the character is disordered
Therefore, one character cannot be converted to a character code. This
Use character recognition by directional element for the case like
Is preferred. Here, the direction element is used to store handwriting data.
At each sampling point sampled,
The direction from the ring point to the next sampling point (vector
). In the characters, start position of writing,
The position of the end of writing and the direction in which the brush moves are determined to some extent
You. Therefore, any character in the image data only
Even if it is not possible to determine
By detecting whether the direction changes, the sentence
In many cases, the type of character can be determined. In addition, in principle, one character is one unit.
Is recognized as multiple characters.
Is one of the characters
May not be possible. Prepare for such a case
Character recognition using multiple characters or multiple character groups as one unit
May be. For example, the number 0 (zero) representing the amount of money
Is often described as a continuation character on a slip. This
In the case of, the character 0 is
I can't do that. Continuation number "00" or "000"
Etc. can be recognized as one unit,
Can be used for character recognition. Limited to the number 0
Is written continuously without any breaks between characters
Apply this concept to characters and symbols that may be affected
it can. Further, the number of intersections in the handwriting data is counted.
It is preferable to keep a number. Sample file or character data
If you create a data file corresponding to the number of intersections,
Correct character data from the number of intersections even for a few broken characters
Because it is possible to extract The number of strokes indicated by the handwriting data is counted.
It is also preferred. File of sample file or character data
If you create the file corresponding to the number of strokes,
Can correct character data be extracted from stroke count even if it is a character?
It is. Now, the computer 20 responds to the recognition character.
Then, various data checks are performed (S207). Each item
Check items include master existence check and range
Checks and check digit checks. trout
Check for the existence of a target item (field)
The code master file whose recognition result character string is specified in advance
This is to determine whether or not it exists in the file. Sand
In other words, there are unexpected characters in the recognition result string for each item.
If there is, an error is output. Note that the recognition processing stage
If an error is output at the floor, the recognized statement
It is possible to modify the character. In the range check, the numerical value of the character string
Whether it is within the range of predetermined maximum and minimum values
And outputs an error if it is out of range
It is. Therefore, the characters for range check are numeric
It is assumed that The check digit check is not applicable.
Calculate the remainder of dividing the numeric value in the recognition result string by a certain value.
This is to judge a numerical error based on this remainder.
You. Check digit check
Applicable to checks. According to the above check, for example,
(Data field) contains characters other than numbers
In such a case, the result of the data check is an error. this
By performing such data checks, erroneous character recognition may occur.
It becomes possible to see. As a result of the data check of the recognition character,
Is detected (NO in S208), the
The data 20 determines the next candidate character string (S209),
A data check is performed on the column (S207). on the other hand,
When no erroneous recognition is detected (YES in S208)
Indicates the recognition character. Recognition obtained in this way
Sales floor order data and the like are generated based on the characters. (Error Correction Processing) FIGS.
FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining a method of writing and correcting. FIG.
The person in charge of the meeting mistakenly writes only one character of the character string on the slip.
It is a figure explaining character deletion at the time of carrying. this
In case, write a line drawing such as two lines over the erroneous characters
This character will be
Can be excluded. For example, "M" after "Naka"
The person in charge of the sales floor mistakenly writes "Ga"
If there is, draw two lines over the "ga"
"Mura" can be described subsequently. Reader
For character recognition of handwriting data read by
In this case, the computer 20 recognizes a line drawing such as a double line, and
The character on which the line drawing is overwritten is identified as a deletion target. Or
Characters are excluded from the recognition string.
As a result, “Nakamura” is obtained as a recognition result.
You. FIG. 11 illustrates another error correction method.
FIG. In the figure, instead of the character to be corrected, another
This shows a case where correct characters are replaced. For example, the statement
Trying to write the character string "Nakamura", "Nakagara" on the slip
, The user must double the erroneous “Ga” character.
Overwrite the line, etc., and add the correct letter "M" on it
To At the time of character recognition, the computer 20
Recognize double lines and annotated characters
Recognized characters instead of written characters
Insert into column. FIG. 12 illustrates another method of correcting a clerical error.
FIG. This figure is different from FIG.
To delete multiple characters and insert multiple character strings at once.
Indicates a match. For example, I'm going to write my name "Nagata"
If you mistakenly write "Kamura", the character string "Cam
A double line across the ''
Annotate "play". Computer for character recognition
20 recognizes the double-lined overwritten character string,
Insert the annotated string instead of the string into the recognized string
Enter. (Slip position / inclination correction processing)
When the medium is set in the reading device 10, the slip is read by the reading device 1.
It is not always placed in the correct position of zero. Sometimes there is a side
At some point, tilted at some point, and transmitted upside down.
A vote may be set. In the state of such a slip
Even if there is, character recognition by correcting the position and inclination of the following slips
Is possible. As shown in step S5 of FIG.
The reporter points the four corners of the writing medium with the pen 5
Then, input the inclination information. The reading device 10 has these four corners.
The coordinates of the slip and the position of the slip with respect to the reading device 10 are read.
And slope. As described above, the scribe writes the four corners of the slip.
Detects overall handwriting placement, as well as how to enter coordinates
Then, there is a method of correcting the position. On the slip
Is a required field (e.g.
For example, a slip number and a name field of an input person) exist. others
Generated on a voucher that is not set in the correct position
The handwriting data is set on the slip at the regular position
Based on the definition body data of the slip designed on the assumption that
Character recognition cannot be performed correctly. did
Therefore, if characters cannot be detected in any of the required fields
If the slip is set to a different position,
Refuse. Then, in each of the required fields,
Character coordinates obtained from trace data are now detected.
Until the slip position and brush obtained based on the definition
The position of the handwriting based on the trace data is relatively moved.
For example, you can translate horizontally or vertically,
Or rotate around a point. In each required input field
Turn off the amount of movement when characters are detected
As a set amount, at the regular position defined by the definition data
This offset amount is added to the relative position of each input
Add. These corrected definition data and handwriting data
Based on this, character recognition can be performed correctly. FIG. 13 shows that the slip is inclined with respect to the reader 10.
Correction of handwriting data coordinate value when set
It is a figure for explaining processing. For the above position / correction processing
According to this, as shown in FIG.
Even if the document is placed on an inclined plane, it is possible to correct the inclination of the slip.
It is possible. That is, at the time of character recognition, the computer 2
0 is the first character 12a of the character string of the slip 6 and the last sentence
Find the coordinates of each character string 12b and pass through both coordinates
Calculate a vector specifying the straight line. This vector is
By obtaining the angle θ formed with the reference line, the reading device 10
The inclination of the slip 6 is obtained. The position of the slip 6 is
Calculated by the coordinates of the first character 12a and the last character 12b.
It is possible to put out. Therefore, handwriting data
The desired data (such as handwriting data representing the product name)
It can be extracted exactly, and the person in charge of the sales floor
No need to pay attention to the position and angle of the document in
Become. As described above, in what position
Even if it is set, character recognition is possible, so the scribe
Fill out the most according to the dominant hand, the form of the slip, and the usage environment.
It is possible to freely adopt the slip setting direction that is easy to do
You. (Slip Cancellation Processing) FIG. 14 shows a slip cancellation processing.
FIG. As shown in the figure,
By writing a diagonal line with a pen on the vote 6,
It is possible to cancel votes. In this figure, the slip
The rectangular areas 13a to 13d (not necessarily marked)
Need not be printed). Reading
The device 10 includes rectangular regions 13a and 13b, rectangular region 1
Check that the straight line connecting 3c and 13d was drawn with a pen.
When issued, a process for canceling the slip is executed. This implementation
According to the form, the crossed-out slip is marked with a cross.
, So you can easily identify the slips that have been canceled
It becomes possible. In addition, complicated switch operations are required.
There is an advantage that the canceling process can be executed without performing. FIG. 15 illustrates another form of cancellation processing of a slip.
FIG. In the figure, a part of the details column of the sales slip is
It is shown. In the deletion specification fields 14a to 14c,
Field data is associated. For example, delete
In the specification field 14a, the product name, the quantity,
Price, amount, and the like are associated with each other. Now, the user
If you want to delete the record about B, this user
Puts an x mark on the deletion designation field 14b. This sales slip is sentence
When recognizing characters, the computer 20 displays a cross mark in the deletion designation field.
Identifies whether or not is attached. Delete designation field 14b
Is marked with x, so the computer 20
14b (products of product B)
Name, quantity, unit price, amount, etc.)
Exclude from column. (Security Check) Step S
At the time of data check in 207, signature verification is performed.
Is preferred. If you want to verify the signature,
Data 20 is operated in advance by a sales department.
The signature of the person is handwritten along with the definition data.
Or register separately. Signature brush to be registered in advance
The trace data is, for example, a registration sheet on which the signer has provided squares.
Above, it is registered based on the signature written multiple times. At the time of filling out the slip, the counter in charge of the sales floor
Sign. At the time of character recognition, the computer 20
Entered in the signature field of the slip to be read forwarded from
Enter the handwriting data of the entered person. And this day
Data matches handwriting data of a predefined signature
Or not. The handwriting data is based on the elapsed time of the pen tip.
It shows a change in coordinates. Therefore, handwriting data
According to this, a) the writing order and b) the writing time are known. In the handwriting,
Each person has their own habit. If you are the same person,
Even if you write letters, their writing order is constant. Ma
If the characters are the same, the time required to write each part of the signature
Is almost constant. So what is the writing order
And how long it takes to write each part of the signature
Both handwriting data based on the
Compare from writing out signature. And the reading device 10
Is the handwriting data input from the handwriting data registered in advance?
Signatures in almost the same stroke order or almost the same time transition
Both signers are the same.
Can be determined. According to this method, the same
Even if others imitate the signature with the shape, the stroke order was different
And the writing time may be different, so make sure your signature
Can be determined. Here, the input device is
If configured to allow detection,
Judgment of signature identity using changes in pen pressure as a parameter
can do. In this case, the probability of identity
I can judge. It was determined that the two handwriting data almost coincided with each other.
In this case, accept the data of this voucher and
Processing such as not recognizing characters in the data of this slip
I do. In addition to the signature, the same applies to the imprint.
Collation can be performed. At this time, the reading device 10
Capture a seal imprint using a scanner as the input device 12
And transfers it to the computer 20 as image data.
You. On the other hand, the image of the imprint is stored in the computer 20 in advance.
Scan with a scanner and register the imprint image data in advance
Keep it. At the time of filling out the slip, the sales person in charge is registered on the slip.
Stamped with the stamp, and this is connected as the input device 12.
Imported from the spot scanner. When character recognition,
The printer 20 receives the imprint transmitted from the reading device 10.
Image data and the data registered in advance in the computer 20
Collation with the image data of the imprint that is present. Image de
For data matching, known image processing such as pattern matching is used.
Technology can be used. Further, the data check in step S207 is performed.
Review and approval processing at the sales office
May be performed. Usually, slips filled out by the sales floor staff
After the review and approval of the manager and section chief,
Sent to In this embodiment, the same check
-Approval processing can be performed. That is, at the time of character recognition, the manager
Transfer the definition body data to be checked and approved.
The image of the vote is displayed on the display 20b of the computer 20.
To be displayed. In the sales floor section, the sales floor clerk reads the reading device 1
Fill in the slip using 0. Handwriting about this voucher
The data including the data is stored in the computer 20 of the sales office.
Is forwarded to At the sales office, the manager
Character recognition based on this handwriting data using the
And check the contents. In conjunction with this
Then, collation based on the above-mentioned signature or seal is performed. this
As a result of these checks, if the entered contents are judged to be correct
In this case, the manager performs the review and approval processing. When performing the review / approval process, the manager
Is a reference displayed on the display of the computer 20.
-Select the icon for approval confirmation. Review and approval process
When specified, the computer 20 causes the display 20
Check column or approval column of the slip image displayed in b
The imprint image or signature image stored in advance
Page. As imprint image or signature image
Uses the image data used to verify the seal and signature.
I just need. By this process, it is as if the actual check
Or the same sign as stamped or signed in the approval field.
Is done. In the handwriting data of the document that has been checked and approved,
A code indicating that the inspection and approval has been made is added. The computer 20 is connected to an information center.
If you place an order for a product based on a
File that the computer 20 has been checked and approved for this file.
It may be determined whether or not a code has been added. This
Product order based on the file without
If specified, invalidate this order and return to the information center.
Prohibit data transmission. Review and approval by multiple parties
Even if it is performed hierarchically, review and approval at each level
If you do not have a seal, you can not proceed to the next stage.
Wear. Due to these checks and approvals, product order errors, etc.
Can be prevented beforehand. Note that, in the above security check,
To perform fraud detection processing using data stamp data
Is preferred. In other words, the time stamp included in handwriting data
The computer 20 so that the pump data can be detected.
For example, data falsification can be prevented. When filling out a slip, as described above,
10 is a time stamp on handwriting data at a predetermined timing
You are inserting data. The voucher was properly filled in
Time stamp data included in the handwriting data
Data should also show about the same time. If a specific entry
Time stamp data in the input field, for example, the amount field
Timestamp whose time is inserted in other input fields
If the time is significantly different from the time indicated by the
It can be determined that an unauthorized entry has been made in the power column. Therefore, the computer 20 recognizes characters.
Timestamp data included in handwriting data at insight
Is extracted and all handwriting data in the slip is
It is determined whether or not it is written. If not a certain time
If there is data written in the
It is necessary to check if it was filled in at different times
Judge and display to that effect. Sales office manager
-If this display is displayed,
The original of the slip was ordered and rechecked visually
If necessary, call the sales floor manager for oral consultation.
Or just go. [0200] Fraud detection is performed using time stamp data.
By doing so, unauthorized invoices that only imitated handwriting
Operation becomes impossible and thorough security
Can be. The reading device 10 has an identification number for each device.
Is attached. This identification number was included in the handwriting data.
What is sent. In addition, slips usually identify the user.
Enter a different number (eg, employee code, person in charge code)
Put on. Therefore, the business processing device 4
Register the identification number of the reading device that can be processed by the
I do. Furthermore, for each reading device specified by each identification number
In addition, a user qualified to use the reader
It is related by the worker code and the person in charge code. With this configuration, the reading device 10
The handwriting is read and the business processing device recognizes the reading device 10.
If another number and a number identifying the user are sent
In this case, the transmitted identification number is
Device that has been registered in advance in the
Check if used by someone who is qualified to use
Can be locked. Thus, the identification number of the reader and the user
If you check based on the number that identifies
Fraudulently uses a reader that is not registered
Created or incorrectly created the voucher by someone other than the person in charge
Can be prevented. (File management processing) Together with character recognition processing
Computer 20 can manage files related to slips.
Noh. Handwriting data for one slip is
The file is stored on the hard disk 20d as a file. 1
One file contains handwriting data and an image of a seal
If there is data, it is included. Also, this handwriting
A code indicating the type of definition data that was used to generate the data.
Mode is also included. In addition, it shows that the review and approval have been done.
Code is also included. Further, these files include search
Index data is added. Index data and
Indicates information on an input frame convenient for search. Indeed
Data, for example, the name of the scribe,
The date, slip number, etc. can be considered. Computer 20
The handwriting data sent from the reading device 10 is referred to as a file.
When recording on the hard disk 20d, the index
The data is added to the written data and recorded. Later, the compilation
The computer 20 refers to the index data and
The file in the disk 20d can be searched. is there
To calculate a list of sales for a period, enter during that period
Indexed file for the entered date
Data and extract it, and sum the billed amount for that period
Then, the total sales amount is calculated. Also, a voucher
I later found out that it was a mistake, and
When the user wants to delete the data,
Specify the slip number of this slip to identify the slip.
To specify the slip number, specify the number from the keyboard 20c etc.
Or a bar code reader may be used.
The computer 20 transmits a message corresponding to the designated slip number.
Retrieve the vote data from the hard disk 20d,
delete. [0205] The slip number is used as index data.
In this case, for example, as shown in FIG.
A bar code indicated by reference numeral 15 may be added. This bar
The code must be unique among multiple vouchers
Number. In the reading device 10, the parallel port 1
Connect a barcode reader as input device 12 to 0w
You. This bar code reader is used to
Read the code. The reading device 10 displays a bar with the handwriting data.
The code is transferred to the computer 20. Computer 2
0 indicates the barcode 15 when performing character recognition on a slip.
Attach the corresponding slip number to the handwriting data and create a file
You. Further, the computer 20 causes the character to be recognized.
The stored slip data can be transferred to a normal computer
Various file management provided in the device can be performed. An example
For example, save, read, delete, copy, etc.
Can be performed. However, in order to prevent falsification of the slip contents,
Modification of slip data is prohibited in principle. Identification such as the person in charge of management
Unless you enter a password that only humans know,
The data may not be corrected. (Character Display) LCD 10g of Reading Device 10
Displays the characters required to operate the reading device 10.
Done. This display shows each switch 10r, 10s or
Changes according to the operation of 10t. Switch for function selection
When the switch 10r is operated, the switch 10r is pressed.
Each time the character data indicating a new function is stored in the RAM 10d
And is displayed on the LCD 10g. For example,
“Normal mode”, “Barcode reading mode”, “Scanner reading”
The display scrolls as "Take mode". In addition,
The barcode is the barcode read by the barcode reader.
-The code is added to the handwriting data as character data.
This is used for reading a slip ID or the like. By scanner
Image data such as imprints read are in bitmap format
It is added to handwriting data as formula data. Any of the switches 10s for function selection
If you press any of the switches,
Tables such as “Cancel”, “Remaining”, “End Page”, “Send”, etc.
Is shown. Select "Cancel" to read
Handwriting data is cleared. If you select `` Remaining '',
The remaining amount of the pond and handwriting data memory is displayed. "Pe
Press `` End '' when you have finished writing one slip
Therefore, the handwriting data is stored in a file with the slip ID.
Prohibits subsequent additions. If you select "Send", the brush
Data including handwriting data stored in the trace data memory
Is transmitted to the character recognition device 2. Further, the character recognition device 2 or the business processing device
When character data and the like are transmitted from 4, the data
Characters are displayed on the LCD 10g based on this. Note that the reading device 10 is
If it also has functions, it will have more functions
Therefore, it is preferable to provide a touch panel type LCD.
No. FIG. 17 shows a display example of the LCD 10g in this case.
You. In the figure, the recognition character string display line 17a
Is a recognized character string display field 1 in which a recognized character string is displayed.
7c, a character entry field 17e, and a candidate character field 17f are displayed.
Is shown. "FID" is displayed on the operation icon display line 17b.
Enter, Recognize, Display, Modify, Candidate, and Next
An operation icon such as "Page" is displayed. Operation icon
When the “next page” icon is pressed with the pen 5 (hereinafter “selection”)
17g) is displayed.
You. This display line includes “Send”, “BATT”, “Cancel”, “Bar”
Operation icons such as `` code '' and `` scanner '' are displayed.
It is. Further, a direction instruction icon 17h is displayed. Although not shown in FIG. 5, the surface of this LCD is
A touch sensor is provided, and icons pressed with a pen etc.
The position on the LCD can be recognized. In particular, the statement
The configuration is such that the resolution in the character entry field 17e is high.
Have been. The “FID” icon selects definition data.
Selected when selecting. When you select the icon,
The number of the stored definition data is displayed in column 17a.
You. The operator selects the direction instruction icon 17h, and
Select the definition data of. The “fill in” icon is written on the slip and written.
Select when you want to generate data. This icon
When selected, handwriting data corresponding to the characters entered on the slip
Data is generated. [0215] The "recognition" icon is a place for character recognition.
Selected if This icon indicates that the reader 10
Effective when the computer 20 also has the character recognition function
It is. If you select this icon, the last time you
Character recognition based on handwriting data since the icon was selected
Be recognized. [0216] The "display" icon is a character that has already been recognized.
Select this if you want to read and display columns. This eye
Is selected, the past character is displayed in the recognition character string display field 17c.
The recognition string is displayed. Select direction indication icon 17h
If you select it, you can display the recognition string before and after. The "correct" icon indicates that the recognized character string has an error.
Select if there is. If you want to modify the recognition string, use
The user selects the "Display" icon etc. and selects the character
Column, and select the direction indicator icon 17h.
To move the cursor 17d to the character to be corrected. There
Select the "Correct" icon in the
Corresponding recognition character candidates are displayed in the candidate character column 17f.
You. Here, if the desired character is displayed in the candidate character column,
In this case, the character is selected with the direction instruction icon 17h.
The selected character is the character on which the cursor 17d is placed.
Instead, it is added to the recognition string. In the candidate character column 17f
If the desired character is not found, the user will see the "candidate" icon
Press to display other candidates and perform the same processing. "The weather
If the desired characters are not displayed even when the
In this case, the user carefully writes the character again in the character entry field 17e.
Fill in with pen 5. Then select the "Recognize" icon
And the characters entered in the character entry field 17e are re-recognized,
The candidate character is displayed again in the candidate character column 17f. Use
The user searches for a desired character from the candidate character group. The “next page” icon includes an operation icon.
Selected to replace. When you select this icon,
The operation icon display lines 17b and 17g are displayed alternately.
You. [0219] The "send" icon is stored in the reading device 10.
Selected to send data, including handwriting data
It is. When this icon is selected, the handwriting data memory 1
0b contains data including handwriting data,
It is transmitted via the communication format. [0220] The "BTT" icon indicates the battery and
It is selected to check the remaining amount of memory. This icon
Is selected, the remaining battery and memory
It is displayed in column a. The “cancel” icon cancels handwriting data
Selected to When you select this icon,
Handwriting data read after the "fill" icon was selected
The data is erased from the handwriting data memory 10b. [0224] The "bar code" icon is
Selected when reading the code. Read barcode
If the user wants to
After installing the code reader, select this icon to
Read the barcode attached to the vote. [0223] The "scanner" icon indicates the imprint and signature of the slip.
This is selected when you want to have your name read. Read imprints and signatures
If you want to remove it, the user can use the parallel port 10w
Select this icon after attaching the scanner to the
Read the imprint and signature of. The character recognition device 2 or the business processing device
If the data was transferred from 4, the character based on this
The display is also performed. This character display is, for example, a recognition character string table.
Is displayed in the display column 17c. The characters displayed are
Inventory and quotient extracted from the database of
Sales floor when accepting orders, such as the presence or absence of items, precautions, etc.
Is the data that the person must know. (Advantages of this embodiment) (1) According to this embodiment, a slip is transmitted to a computer.
Avoid complicated key input operations involved in input
Can be. In other words, the items entered in the slip
This eliminates the need for processing such as key input by the
Data work load can be reduced. In addition, reading equipment
Since the completed slip filled in at the place will remain at hand,
While fulfilling the obligation to save vouchers, the present invention
The effect of reducing redundant labor of input by
Demonstrate. (2) According to the present embodiment, the key input
The accompanying erroneous input of data can be avoided. that time,
Incorrect slips or clerical errors due to data checks such as clerical error checks
Incompleteness in the description of the handwritten slip itself
It is also effective in that if there is
You. (3) According to the present embodiment, the time
It has a configuration that combines the stamp data with the handwriting data.
It is possible to prevent unauthorized processing such as falsification of data. (4) According to the present embodiment, all wired
Data communication using portable information communication equipment such as PHS
Communication is also possible.
Regardless of the type of handwriting that can be read, efficiency of all tasks is improved.
Is possible. (5) According to the present embodiment, indoor and outdoor
Configuration that can display characters in response to written contents
Response information required by the sales department etc.
Can be provided. (6) According to the present embodiment, the position of the slip
Can be corrected even if the slip is not properly placed
With the configuration, you do not have to worry about the placement position of the slip
Writing is possible. (7) According to the present embodiment, it is described on a slip.
With a configuration that can extract character information from the handwriting
So that the characters on the writing medium can be correctly and efficiently recognized.
Can be. In particular, parameters such as character pitch, number of intersections,
Sample file or character data file as data
By doing so, the character recognition rate can be improved. direction
If you perform character recognition and character cutout using elements,
The character recognition rate can be improved. (8) According to the present embodiment, the slip
It is possible to read and delete written contents
Recognizes correct information even if written contents are deleted or modified
It is possible to do. (9) According to the present embodiment, design of a slip
, So that you can design slips in any format
Noh. (10) According to the present embodiment, the authentication information
Reads the image data of the seal imprint and the handwriting data of the signature
With a possible configuration, bad and incorrect slips can be recognized.
It is possible to recognize and eliminate. (11) According to the present embodiment, the slip form
Is defined in the definition data, so multiple
It is possible to select and use the desired form from the form
It is. (12) According to the present embodiment, a plurality of brushes
It is configured so that data including trace data can be sent collectively
It is necessary to connect the character recognition device and reader at any time
Is not economical for communications using public lines.
You. (13) According to the present embodiment, the input
Based on the handwriting entered in the required fields
To detect the position of the slip,
There is no need to input, and writing characters is easy. (14) According to the present embodiment, the index
Data including handwriting data based on
A fast search process.
Become. [0239] (2nd Embodiment) FIG. 18 shows the second embodiment of the present invention.
1 shows an outline of a business management system according to an embodiment. This figure
The business management system described in
The purpose of this is to manage the financial processing that takes place. Each of the companies 1 to n (n is an arbitrary natural number) is
Indicates related companies or stores. Companies 1-n
Each has a plurality of departments 1 to m (m is an arbitrary natural number)
And a reading device 10 is provided for each of the departments 1 to m.
Have been. This reading device 10 is similar to the above-described first embodiment.
Since the configuration is the same as that, the description is omitted.
You. Also, each of the financial departments of the companies 1 to n
Is provided with a computer 20. This computer
The data 20 also has the same configuration as that of the first embodiment.
Since the character recognition device 2 is used, the description is omitted. This computer
The data 20 is transmitted from the reading devices 10 of the respective departments 1 to m.
Recognize handwriting data collectively. That is, accounting
A sentence based on handwriting data for each item (field) of the slip
Character recognition, clerical error correction processing, correction processing, security check
Accounting data consisting of these character data
Can be generated. The computer 20
Can also be used as a billing design terminal for accounting
is there. The host computer 43 of the information center 4b
a is transmitted to the computer 20 of the finance department via the communication infrastructure.
It is connected. The host computer 43a
Business processing similar to the host computer 40 of the first embodiment
By executing predetermined program data.
Operating this system as an accounting management system.
And it is configured to be possible. Information center host computer
The computer 43a has a database for accounting data.
In addition, it is possible to create an accounting report. This account book
Financial information, which is data about votes,
It is provided to the companies 1 to n via the communication infrastructure. Communication infrastructure
This can be considered in the same manner as in the first embodiment. In the business management system having the above configuration,
The user places an accounting slip on the reading device 10 and enters necessary information.
Input, handwriting data is detected in the same manner as in the first embodiment.
And transmitted to the computer 20. Computer 2
0 performs character recognition based on this handwriting data.
Error correction processing, misalignment / tilt correction processing, security
Check, etc., and the accounting data is
Is transmitted to the data 43b. On the host computer 43b
Records records based on accounting data in the accounting database
Stores and reads the corresponding financial information and reads
Send to Therefore, according to the second embodiment, the second embodiment
In addition to the same effects as in the first embodiment, real-time accounting data
Processing can be performed, and daily settlement can be performed.
become. Also, since no key input work is required,
Business efficiency and avoid key entry errors.
Both are possible. In particular, the business management system according to the present embodiment
System is a relatively small store where you enter key
Useful in shops and businesses. The business management system according to the present embodiment
Is also applicable to personnel information registration work within a company.
You. That is, the person registered in the register placed on the reading device 10
When handwriting data is detected at the same time
Character strings representing personnel information are automatically generated based on handwriting data
Generated. [0246] (Third embodiment) Third embodiment of the present invention
Is a business management system for handling complaints over the telephone.
About This system handles mail order sales,
It can also be applied to survey processing. (Structure) FIG. 19 shows the business management of this embodiment.
1 shows a configuration diagram of a system. This system is a complaint reception window
It comprises a mouth 51 and a complaint counting center 52.
The complaint reception desk 51 has a telephone 51a, the reading device 10 and the
Complaint counting center 52
Is a business processing device according to the present invention, wherein the host computer
52a and a database 52b. The telephone 50a of the customer 50 indicates whether the customer is a manufacturer.
Complaints about the products purchased from the complaint counter 51
It is a telephone to communicate. Complaint receptionist 51 telephone
51a indicates that the operator responsible for receiving a complaint
This is a phone call to accept complaints from 0. Used by customers
Telephone 50a to be used and telephone 51a of the complaint reception desk 51
Is transmitted via the communication infrastructure 3 as shown in the first embodiment.
Connected. The writing medium placed on the reading device 10
The contents to write down the contents of the information, that is, the customer's membership number
No., phone number, name and details of the complaint can be entered.
This is a formalized complaint receipt form. Complaint Processing Center 52
Database 52b stores the member number of the customer,
Information such as the story number, name or history of past complaints.
Database consisting of records containing fields
It is configured to be accumulated. [0249] Configurations of the reading device 10 and the computer 20
The details of the operation are almost the same as those described in the first embodiment.
Description is omitted because it is similar. (Operation) Next, the operation of the present system will be described.
You. Call of complaint from customer 50 to complaint counter 51
When it comes, the operator of the complaint counter 51 will
The customer's membership number or phone number
It is entered in a predetermined column of a sheet on the reading device 10. operator
Handwriting is transferred to the computer 20 as handwriting data.
Is recognized. Character recognition and character conversion
Is transferred to the host computer 52a via the public line.
Sent. The host computer 52a recognizes this character
The database 52b is searched with reference to the
The customer's record is extracted and the record is sent to the complaint reception desk 51.
Transfer code data. Compilation of complaint counter 51
The computer 20 displays the customer record. The operator displays the information on the computer 20.
Check the indicated customer record and confirm the name and the like.
The computer 20 stores basic records such as names, etc.
The complaint history is displayed. Filed similar complaints in the past
Customers, the date, content and frequency of the complaint
Is displayed. Some customers do not complain about products.
Threatens the manufacturer to get some rewards
There are also malicious customers. The operator has a history of complaints
See if the customer calling is malicious
Judge. If you are determined to be a malicious customer
Explains the nature of past complaints and asks them to retract
Or, take special measures such as connecting the phone to your boss. If it is determined that the customer is not a malicious customer,
Write down your complaint on a sheet of paper. This content is handwriting data
Complaint processing center 52 as image data generated from
Is forwarded to and written to part of the customer's record. one
On the other hand, the paper on which the complaint was written is kept separately and securely.
You. The complaint processing center 52 switches from the complaint reception desk 51
The nature or use of the complaint in the customer record sent
We handle complaints according to the content written on the paper. This system is suitable for mail order sales processing.
If you use the product instead of the complaint
Code and product name are recognized and transferred to the center.
From the shipping and billing process. This system is suitable for telephone questionnaire survey processing.
If used, make sure that the operator
Tell the other person the content of the question verbally, and
Write their answers in the check boxes, and recognize them
And transfer it to the center, where the results of the questionnaire are tabulated.
I do. Furthermore, the present invention provides a
Emergency such as 119 or 110 in police cases
It is also applicable to dispatch telephone management. Also, as shown in FIG.
By having the inspector use the reading device 10,
A questionnaire survey is also possible. In the case of a street survey
The PHS 11 is attached to the reading device 10 and the computer
To enable wireless data communication with the
Is preferred. The questionnaire surveyor puts the reader 10 on the street.
And carry out interviews with passers-by. At this time,
Handwriting data corresponding to the contents of the questionnaire
Transfer from PHS11 to computer 20
Make them recognize. And immediately work on the recognized character string
Send to processing device. The business processing device uses this character string to
Answer information to the questionnaire from the database
The data is read and transmitted to the reading device 10. As a result,
The response information to the report is displayed on the LCD of the reading device 10 on the spot.
10 g can be displayed. For example, business processing equipment
, Based on the character recognition results of the questionnaire,
Process divination and divination and send the result as a string
For example, the result is displayed on the handwriting reading device 10 of the investigator.
Can be In other words, for passers-by who answered the questionnaire
You can provide feedback on the answer information on the spot
You. Similarly, this system is shown in FIG.
It can also be used for such traffic control. A place for traffic control
In this case, the PHS 11 is attached to
Wireless data communication with the
Preferably. [0260] Record of the driver whose police officer has violated the speed
When creating a document, a record is set in the reading device 10.
You. Interrogating the driver, etc.
Enter your license number and name on the record. This handwriting day
Data is transmitted to the computer 20 via the PHS 11,
Characters are recognized. In addition, the recognized character strings are processed
Transferred to device. Business processing equipment related to driver's license
Has a database. Business processing equipment is transferred
Of the character string, for example, based on the driver's license number.
Perform a database search. As a result, the driver's luck
The rolling history is read. And the business processing equipment operates
Generates a character string indicating the history and reads used by police
Transmit to the device 10. As a result, the driver ’s driving
The history is displayed on the LCD 10g of the reading device 10. did
As a police officer writes a record,
Available on the spot. Previously, driver's license number
Was performed separately from the preparation of the record on the business radio,
With this system, the results can be filtered just by creating a record.
Back. According to the third embodiment described above, the first
In addition to the same effects as the embodiment,
You can write on the form and search the database from now on
Therefore, even those who can not operate the computer quickly can be accepted
A window operator can do it. [0262] Also, based on the handwritten contents,
Search the database of
Confirmation, so that prompt and appropriate power
We can talk. [0263] The shorthand contents heard from the telephone are:
Recorded as image data and can be confirmed on the screen
You. Also, there is no waiting time due to keyboard operation.
Call waiting without waiting for the person you are calling.
I can. Further, portable information communication equipment such as PHS is used.
If you have written answers indoors and outdoors,
With a displayable configuration, you can use questionnaire surveys and traffic
Quickly provide response information required on site, such as closing and checking
can do. Therefore, an
Kate surveys can be performed,
It is possible to eliminate the need for liaison work that was separately performed
To diversify service content and reduce work time.
Can be. [0266] (Fourth embodiment) Not in the first embodiment
The entry slip was created by printing.
In this state, inventory information registered in the computer in advance is
In addition, the writing medium for inventory is printed with a computer printer.
It enables printing and efficient inventory management. (Structure) FIG. 22 shows an inventory brush of this embodiment.
2 shows a configuration for printing a recording medium. Inventory list printing system
The system is a computer 20, an inventory database 21 and
And a computer printer 22. The computer 20 is different from the first embodiment in that
Equipped with a similar configuration, but designed to be able to design inventory lists
Have been. In the stock database 21, the product name and product
It consists of fields such as number, unit price and stock quantity
Records are configured by accumulating the number of products. In the above configuration, the computer 20
Refers to the inventory database 21 and refers to the inventory list.
Design. First, the basic design of the inventory list
Is determined according to the operation of the designer, and the inventory list is
Create definition body data. The details are described in the first embodiment.
The same is true. Also, it is unique as the number of the inventory list
A unique number. In each column such as product name, part number, unit price, quantity etc.
Is the numerical value obtained by referring to the inventory database 21
And insert it as necessary from the computer printer 22.
Print only the number of copies. The writing medium for inventory printed in this manner
Reference numeral 60 denotes a list number column 60a,
Warehouse list 60b and check box 60d are arranged
Have been. The inventory list 60b has a column 6 for entering the number of corrections.
0d is provided. Among them, product name, product number, unit price,
Each column of the number of inventories is stored in the database for inventory by the computer 20.
Numerical values obtained by referring to FIG. correction
The number column 60d and the check box 60c are blank.
It is printed. In the upper part of the list number column 60a,
The list number is printed in advance. Or reading device
Is equipped with a barcode reader as the input device 12
Prints a bar-coded number. Rice cake
You can leave it blank
No. [0271] The data at the bottom of the inventory list is
Empty so that you can fill in products that are not recorded on the base
It is preferable to provide several columns. FIG. 24 shows the reading device 10 and the computer 2
0, a host computer 61 as a business processing device and
Inventory processing system composed of
FIG. 2 shows a configuration diagram of a stem. The details of these structures are the same as in the first embodiment.
It is like. However, the reading device 10 has an inventory
The definition program data created during list design has been transferred.
You. The reader 10 and the computer 20 communicate with each other through the communication infrastructure 3.
Connected through. Preferably, the reading device 10
Attach S11 to enable wireless data communication
You. The host computer 61 is
Received, and updates the inventory database 21
It is configured to be possible. (Operation) In the above configuration, FIG.
First, the operator first puts the inventory list 6 on the reading device 10.
No. 0 is carried, and this is carried and inventory is carried out. List number field
60a has the same number as the number printed at the top of the field.
Enter the strike number. The reading device 10 is an input device 12
If you have a barcode reader,
Scan the barcode printed on the inventory list with the
You. In the inventory check, the number of each product is listed in the inventory list 60.
If the number matches the number in the stock number column, the correction number column 60
Enter nothing in d, and if they do not match, enter
Perform by entering the correct number. End of check
Products that have been checked, checkmark them in the check box 60c.
Work. Fill in the correct number and check the checkbox.
For the mark, the handwriting data is created. If a new product exists,
For new products in, enter the product name, part number, unit price,
Fill in the blanks provided in advance. The handwriting data is transferred from the PHS 11 to the computer.
To the data 20. The computer 20 reads the handwriting data
Character recognition based on data. And the recognized character data
Data showing the number of stocks in the product column based on the data
Create data. The overall position of the handwriting is
Corresponding to the position where the handwriting was detected.
Product column can be specified. Computer 20
Host computer 6 in a fixed format
Send to 1. The host computer 61 sends the transmitted data
Search the corresponding inventory database 21 based on data
And reads this corresponding inventory data from the database.
You. Next, the worker handles the information via the communication infrastructure 3.
The PHS 11 is read. And read from the database
Product data taken, character data representing product code,
Along with the number of stocks, the new number of stocks recognized this time is displayed.
Send character data according to a certain format
I do. The reader 10 has been received via the PHS 11
A character string based on the data is displayed on the LCD 10g. Work
When the trader operates the function selection switch 10r,
The CPU 10c displays the product name etc. for other products.
You. The operator looks at this display and fills in the inventory.
The number or check is recognized as being in the correct product column
Check whether it has been done. If it on the computer
Up to the stock quantity stored and the stock quantity entered
If there is an error, the counting may be wrong.
Inventory the same product every time. In addition, the number of stock
Character recognition is performed again even if
Let it be. Also, if the product is misaligned
If this is the case, the entry and character recognition are redone from the beginning. this
These operations are performed by operating the function selection switch 10r.
Can be performed. If it is recognized correctly, the worker
An instruction to update data is issued via the reading device 10. this
Upon receiving the instruction, the host computer 61
Update 21. That is, the check box 60c
Records marked above do not change inventory count
Process as Check box is marked
Records that have a numerical value in the number of corrections column.
For the code, the handwriting entered in the column 60d for the number of corrections
Character code based on the character data recognized from
Update the value of the stock quantity field to the value indicated by. these
The result of the processing is stored in the inventory database 21 with the update date.
And the contents of the inventory are updated. For example, FIG.
In 3, the product names A, B, and C are checked, and the product names are
Number "303" is entered in the correction number column for C
You. Therefore, the stock number of the product with the product name C is 305 to 3
Changed to 03. The system according to the present embodiment employs the inventory
In addition, the system for checking the quantity of goods received and shipped, maintenance and inspection
Check system, construction process completion check system
Or it can be applied to work progress confirmation check system etc.
is there. As described above, according to the fourth embodiment,
In addition to the same effects as in the first embodiment, the necessary stock quantity is forecast.
Reference the database and print it out.
The amount to be completed by the inspector can be minimized.
Therefore, errors such as entry errors and character recognition errors may occur.
Risk can be reduced. Further, since the amount of entry is small, the work time and the sentence
Character recognition time can be saved. Further, data written indoors and outdoors
A configuration that can be used immediately for business processing by recognizing characters immediately
Equipped, greatly simplifying indoor and outdoor business processes such as inventory
Can be realized. Thus reducing interim costs
Can reduce the cost of products and services
Can be achieved. [0284] (Fifth embodiment) The fifth embodiment is complicated.
Even novice users can use OA equipment to perform certain tasks.
And a work processing instruction system. (Structure) FIG. 26 shows the work processing of this embodiment.
FIG. 2 shows a block diagram of an instruction system. As shown in the figure,
The reading device 10 transfers the handwriting data to the computer 20
Connection, fax machine 23, modem 20g
And the printer 22 are connected in a controllable manner.
You. The reading device 10 and the computer 20
The configuration is the same as that of the embodiment, and the description is omitted. However, the book
In the embodiment, the computer 20 serves as a character recognition device.
In addition to operating, it is configured to be operable as a business processing device
I have. This business processing device checks the check sheet
When a column is checked, the process associated with it is checked.
Configuration. The fax modem 23 is connected to the computer 2
Image data transferred from G3 format
It is configured so that it can be converted to similiar image data and transmitted.
I have. The modem 20g is connected to the communication infrastructure 3, and receives an electronic mail.
Is configured to be able to send a rule. The printer 22 has a sentence
Characters can be printed. (Operation) In the above configuration, the writing medium
Type of work processing check sheet on the terminal device for design
Separately classify and print. Meeting with external clients
Example of a work process check sheet for setting a meeting
Then, check the image as shown in FIG.
Is printed. First, the operator performs a process for setting a conference.
In this case, the check sheet 70 is placed on the reading device 10.
You. Then enter your name or employee code in the
It describes in. Next, the processing described in the check sheet
The process proceeds according to the management procedure. Write your name in the contact person field
Then, the handwriting data is transferred to the computer 20,
Characters are recognized. The computer 20 recognizes the character-recognized sentence.
Check character codes against pre-registered employee database
If you are determined to be the correct employee,
The document creation environment, which is the first process, is prepared. I.e. document creation
Start the application and set the template for the conference
Is displayed. If you are not the correct employee, continue
Not performed. The operator operates the computer 20 to create a document.
Created a meeting setup document using an application
Mark the check box of process 1 on the check sheet 70
I do. When the check box is marked, the computer
20 recognizes the characters and converts the created document into an appropriate file.
Name and save. Next, the created document is printed out.
In order to make the check sheet 70, the operator
Enter the required number of copies in the
You. The number of copies to be printed is entered, and the check box is marked.
Then, the computer 20 recognizes this character and prints it.
For setting up a conference via the document creation application
Print the document. Then, the created document is sent to the conference participants.
In order for the operator to check the check sheet 70,
Mark the group of customers who want to fax in item 3
Attached. The fax destination is set for each group.
Other than setting
No. Customer group is marked and check box is marked
Is attached, the computer 20 recognizes the character,
The document data is transferred to the fax modem 23. Also,
Enter the telephone number of the customer with the mark on the
Read the database and read it
23. Fax modem 23 has the same document
Change data only to the destination and the contents of the invoice
Broadcast to each customer. Further, the operator is an e-mail address holder.
Check sheet 70 to send e-mail to
Of the customer who wants to send an e-mail
Mark the loop. Computer 20 is a fax
In the same way as the transmission, the corresponding customer via the modem 20g
Send an email to As described above, according to the fifth embodiment,
For example, in addition to the same effects as in the first embodiment, each processing content
A check sheet format writing medium is prepared for
If you check according to the
Since the necessary OA equipment is started up dynamically and the process proceeds,
Even those who are working without mistake make use of complex equipment
Can be After the creation of a document, the processing to be performed
Computer 20 automatically fills in the written media
As we proceed with processing, we will spend less time handling OA equipment
Can save. Also, the writing medium itself remains at hand,
History for clerk's check and work content management is also at the same time as work
It has been created in. [0297] This embodiment is based on the OA business as described above.
Process control system for NC machine tools
It can be used logically. For example, check each process number.
Print the list so that you can fill in the fields and the number of manufactured parts. this
Place the list on the reader 10 and enter the required number of parts.
After checking the process number, these characters are recognized.
The required number of parts are manufactured in order. Process
The relationship between the number and the processing content is set in advance by the business
deep. [0298] (Sixth embodiment) In the sixth embodiment, bidding
Related to the tender management system used at the venue. (Structure) Bid management system of this embodiment
As shown in FIG. 28, a plurality of reading devices 10B and a host
Computer 80a, input device 80b, monitor for everyone
80c and a dealer monitor 80d.
The reader 10B is a table placed in front of the bidder (person)
Attached on 82 and 83, the recognized character string is
It is wired so that it can be transferred to the host computer 80a.
You. [0300] The reading device 10B is the reading device of the first embodiment.
It has a combined function of the capturing device 10 and the character recognition device 2.
That is, characters are written using the reading device 10B.
And character recognition based on handwriting data, and the recognized sentence
The character data is transmitted to the host computer 80a. So
The configuration and operation of the reading device in the first embodiment
The device 10 and the character recognition device 2 are combined.
Omitted. The host computer 80a is connected to each of the reading devices 1
Totals the character data transferred from 0B, and the totaling result
Can be individually displayed on the monitors 80c and 80d.
I have. The input device 80b connects the host computer 80a
Control and indicate the contents to be displayed on monitors 80c and 80d
It is configured to be possible. (Operation) In the above configuration, the dealer
Presents the property 81 to be bid, and sets the bidder to start bidding
To communicate. Each bidder is placed on their own reading device 10B.
Enter the desired amount of money on the blank form. Each of the reading devices 10B has read and recognized
The character data is transmitted to the host computer 80a.
You. The host computer 80a transmits the transmitted character data.
Of the amount indicated by the character code.
Of these, the highest amount is displayed on the monitor 80c. this
The name or the like of the bidder may be displayed along with the amount. [0303] The bidder changes the amount displayed on the monitor 80c.
You can see that the higher amount is listed in the next column on the form
it can. If a higher amount is listed,
Displayed on the monitor. Then, we judge that the amount has set
Then, the dealer declares that the bid has been completed, and the reader 10B
Disable further data transfer from. Once
The bid ends. When a new bid is made, each bidder reads
Replace the paper on the device and wait for the next dealer's instruction.
One. Note that the member number is printed on the paper placed on the reader.
Is provided, and data other than members
It is preferable to configure it not to be attached. [0306] Also, the present system can be used for bidding and auctioning.
Can be applied to securities, securities transactions, voting in parliament, etc.
You. As described above, according to the sixth embodiment,
In addition to the same effects as in the above-described first embodiment, a static
Kana bidding can be done, and even people who are not bidding can bid
Participation can be facilitated. For each bidder, the bid price is at hand
This is convenient because the paper on which the is described remains. [0309] Also, a plurality of persons bid on the same article.
In markets where there is no need to aggregate
It is possible to bid while carrying the reader.
Wear. [0310] (Seventh embodiment) The seventh embodiment is a
About the scoring system used in schools, preparatory schools, cram schools, etc.
You. (Structure) Scoring system of this embodiment
As shown in FIG. 29, a plurality of reading devices 10B and a host
Computer 90a, input device 90b, monitor for everyone
90c and an instructor monitor 90d. Reading equipment
Station 10 is mounted on a desk 91 placed in front of the student (person)
Handwriting data from each reading device
Wired so that data can be transferred to the [0312] The reading apparatus 10B has the same configuration as that of the sixth embodiment.
It is prepared. That is, the reading device 10 of the first embodiment
It has a configuration and functions in combination with the character recognition device 2. E
Strike computer 90a transfers from each reading device 10B
Tabulated character data and monitors the tabulated result on the monitor 90
c and 90d can be individually displayed. Input device
The device 90b controls the host computer 90a, and
The contents to be displayed on the data 90c and 90d can be designated.
Have been. As shown in FIG.
An answer sheet 92 is provided. The answer sheet 92 is a terminal for writing medium design in advance.
It is manufactured by printing a lot of the designed composition.
The name column 92a is a column for entering a name, and a number column 92b.
Is a column for entering the student number, and the score column 92c is
This is the column where the score fixed by the point teacher is entered. Answer Box 9
2d describes the process to finally derive the answer
Column, and the answer column 92e contains only the final answer.
Is a column for filling in. Among them, the number field 92b and the answer
The answer column 92e is a column for character recognition.
c is a column processed as image data. Each reading
The definition data of this answer sheet is transferred to the device 10B.
Has been sent. (Operation) In the above configuration, the instructor inputs
By operating the device 90b, a problem is displayed on the monitor 90c.
Then set the answer time and let the students answer the questions. Each student answers on his / her reader 10B.
A name and a number are entered in each column of the sheet 92. About numbers
The handwriting data is character-recognized and the host computer 90
a. In the host computer 90a,
Refers to the registered student database and finds out which student
The result of whether or not you are sitting is displayed on the monitor 90d viewed by the instructor.
I do. [0316] Each student filled out the answer column 92d and generated it.
Handwriting data is not recognized and handwriting data is not
Is transferred to the remote computer 90a. Instructor has input device
Answer status of any student attending by operating 90b
Is displayed on the monitor 90d as image data,
Understand the situation. Once each student has derived the final answer,
This is entered in the answer column 92e. Column 92e for this answer
The written content written in the box is recognized by the reading device 10B.
Is recognized and recognized as character data by the host computer.
Data 90a. The host computer 90a
Pre-registered correct answer data and transmitted character data
Display the correctness of each student on the monitor 90d.
You. Also, is the entry in the answer column 92d started for each question?
Measure the time until the answer is entered in the answer column 92e
And take statistics for each question. When the answering time has elapsed, the instructor ends the answering.
Is declared, and the host computer is operated by operating the input device 90b.
To the tabulation 90a. Accept subsequent answers
Disappears. The host computer 90a enters a column 9 for each answer.
Character data transmitted from each reading device 10B for 2e
Each student is graded based on the data. Also, the deviation value
calculate. In addition, overall averages, problem-specific averages,
The difference value is also calculated. These data are stored in the monitor 9 of the instructor.
0d is displayed as needed. The instructor should consider
Data that the student can observe by operating the input device 90b.
It may be displayed on the terminal 90c. After the answer, the instructor has just finished the fool
Let's move on to the explanation of the problem. Operate the input device 90b to correct
The answer method and the answer are displayed on the monitor 90c. Also,
The instructor sequentially prints the image data in the answer column 92d of each student.
Display it on your monitor 90d to be a good or bad example
An image of a possible answer example is displayed on the monitor 90c. So
Then, comment on the example on the spot. [0319] The answer sheet 92 is provided to the students for their own review.
Bring them home or collect them once to get the right answer
Instruct the instructor on how you are doing, and finally decide
Enter your score in the score box 92c and return it to the student
Do it. Tests performed, not proficiency tests
Even if it is positioned as an exercise for study, it is for answering
Grade paper 92 without modification. As described above, according to the seventh embodiment,
In addition to the same effects as in the first embodiment, the answer
Scores can be counted later without counting the answer sheets
So test results can be immediately collected at the required organization
Labor and the scoring time can be shortened. [0321] In addition, the process of answering is answered as an image.
Immediately after displaying and commenting, students will be able to
You can review while your knowledge is high, and its educational effect
The fruits are enormous. At that time, scoring and counting can be done immediately
It is convenient for students to judge their abilities immediately.
You. In addition, collection and scoring of answer sheets, and furthermore,
There is no need to return it, so there is only one instructor
Effective lectures can be promoted even in small classrooms. Further, the time required for each question for each student and the like
The progress of whether you solved the problem in the order like
There is no conventional method of correct solution or time distribution guidance
Can provide detailed guidance for the entrance examination that could not be obtained. [0324] (Eighth embodiment) Eighth embodiment of the present invention
Business management system of the present invention in the ticket sales system
Is applied. (Structure) FIG. 31 shows the ticket sales of the present invention.
FIG. 2 shows a block diagram of the system. In this town,
One is to a convenience store that has come to exist
It is provided. Of course, the installation location is a convenience store
It is not limited to ence store, other stores and public
It may be provided in a facility. In FIG. 31, convenience store 1
At 00, a reading device 10B equipped with the PHS 11 and a ticket
Selling device 200, modem 201, register 210, and
A modem 211 is provided. Reading device 10B and
The PHS 11 has the same configuration as that of the sixth embodiment.
Therefore, the description is omitted. FIG. 32 is a block diagram of the ticket vending apparatus 200.
Show. As shown in FIG.
202, ROM 203, RAM 204, communication interface
Face circuit 205, printer interface 20
6 and a printer 207. The CPU 202 is stored in the ROM 203.
By executing the program, the ticket sales of the present invention
It is configured to be able to operate as a device. R
AM 204 is used as a work area for CPU 202
In addition, the modem 201 and the interface
Ticket issuing information input via the
Has been established. The communication interface circuit 205
Receiving the ticketing information input from the modem 201 via the line 32
It is configured to be reliable. Printer interface
The circuit 206 is transferred by an instruction from the CPU 202.
The print data supplied to the printer 207 is supplied to the printer 20.
Reference numeral 7 denotes characters or the like on the ticket paper corresponding to the print data.
Is configured to be printable. With the above configuration, the ticket selling device 200 is
Ticketing information for issuing a ticket from the business processing device 4
Information is sent, a check is performed based on the information.
It is configured to be able to strike a ket. FIG. 33 is a block diagram of the ticket vending apparatus 210.
Show. As shown in FIG.
212, ROM 213, RAM 214, communication interface
The face circuit 215, the LCD 216, and the register driver
The moving mechanism 217 is provided. The CPU 212 is stored in the ROM 213.
By executing the program, the register of the present invention is executed.
It can be operated as a star (cash register)
Have been. The RAM 214 is a work area for the CPU 212.
In addition to being used as a rear, modem 211 from line 32,
Billing information input via interface circuit 215
Can be stored. Communication interface
The circuit 215 is input from the modem 215 via the line 32.
The charging information can be received. LCD216
Displays character information written by CPU 212
It is configured to be possible. The register driving mechanism 217
It is composed of a motor and lock mechanism not shown,
When a withdrawal command is output from the CPU 212, the lock mechanism
Can be unlocked and safe can be pushed out by motor
Noh is configured. The cashier pushes the safe into place
When it is returned, the lock mechanism is locked again. With the above configuration, the ticket vending apparatus 210 is
Charging information for permitting ticket issuance from the business processing device 4;
When the registration permission information and the amount information are sent
Is displayed on the LCD 216 based on the price information.
Display the price. Also, registration permission information has been sent
In such a case, the lock mechanism is released. A relay station 30, a control station 31, a line 32,
And the business processing device 4 is the same as in the first embodiment.
Therefore, the same reference numerals are given and the description thereof is omitted. (Operation) Next, the operation of the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.
This will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. Of this process
As a prerequisite, how many definition body data
The application form is created at the convenience store 1
00 is distributed. Also, convenience store
The reading device 10B provided to the store 100
The definition form data of the ticket application form is transmitted and the handwriting data
Is stored in the data memory 10b. For example,
Movie tickets, concert tickets, event tickets
Multiple definition data can be used depending on the type
Keep it. Of course, one type of definition data in a uniform format
Class may be used. [0335] Input fields required for such an application form
Is the ticket number indicating the type of ticket, the date
Time, space for entering the type and number of seats such as A seat and B seat
Is mentioned. Now, in the above configuration, the purchase of a ticket
Applicants are sent to the nearest convenience store 100
Good. The clerk asks the purchaser for the ticket he wants to purchase.
In the reading device 10B, a set of definition body data
And setting of the application paper is performed in the same manner (S30).
1). And the clerk, the ticket desired by the purchaser
Information on the ticket application form
Good. As for the entered characters, the reading device 10B
Recognition is performed (S303). The recognized character string is converted to character data.
Transmitted to the business processing device 4 via the communication infrastructure 3
(S304). In the host computer 40, the character data
Query the reservation database while referring to the data (S3
05). That is, the host computer 40
Record for the corresponding ticket based on the ticket number
Scan the date and time for the designated seat type
Read the number of tickets left, that is, the number of vacant seats. As a result of the data inquiry, the number of tickets is equal to or more than the number of reservations.
If there is a remaining number (S306; YES), the ticket sales
A reading device operated by a store clerk to read data indicating that sales are possible
It is transmitted to 10B via the line 32 (S308). This de
Is displayed on the LCD 10g of the reading device 10B based on the data.
Is displayed, indicating that the product is available for sale. This character table
The indication includes the number of a seat that can be reserved. If LCD10
If you do not like the seat displayed in g, confirm the reservation
In the space where you enter, mark the reservation to be canceled
(S309; NO). For example, if a purchaser
I want to buy a ket and can only reserve a seat away
In many cases, it is likely that you want to cancel the reservation.
You. [0340] The purchase applicant sees the above-mentioned character display and rarely purchases.
If you wish, the clerk will make a reservation
A mark for confirmation is added (S309; YES). Forecast
When the agreement is confirmed, the reading device 10B puts this mark on the sentence.
The host computer recognizes characters and sends character data indicating reservation confirmation.
Data 40. The host computer 40
As a result, the corresponding seat is
Record the data that the reservation has been made, and reserve the number of tickets remaining.
The data is updated by reducing the number by the number of images. Soshi
And the host computer 40
To find this ticket for the specified number of tickets
The ticketing information is transmitted (S310). In the ticket vending device 200
Receives this ticketing information and, based on this information,
Text, including the title, date and time, seat type,
The printer 207 prints and sells the ticket. The host computer 40 has a register
Toward 210, include registration permission information and monetary information.
Send billing information for the ticket. In register 210
Receives this billing information and, based on the monetary information,
D216 displays the sales amount. Also, registration permission information
The register driving mechanism 217 is driven based on
Unlock the lock. On the other hand, data from the host computer 40
As a result of query, the specified number of tickets cannot be reserved.
(S306; NO), ticket sales are prohibited
Reading device 10B operated by a clerk
Via the line 32 (S313). With the above processing, one ticket purchase request
The processing for the task is completed. Purchaser reserves another ticket
(S312; YES), the clerk reads
Reset the taking device 10B and set the application form again.
The above processing is repeated (S301 to S313). Other chike
If the user does not wish to make a ticket reservation (S312; NO),
Then, the process ends. According to the eighth embodiment, as described above,
In addition to the same effects as in the first embodiment, the present invention exists in any town.
A configuration where tickets can be sold at convenience stores, etc.
Since it has been prepared, those who wish to purchase tickets, such as reservation center
You can purchase tickets without going to In particular, according to the present embodiment, the database
Is displayed on the reader immediately,
Admission applicants can be immediately notified of the availability of the reservation. Purchase
Applicants may switch to another ticket according to the availability of the reservation.
It can be changed or changed to another date and time. (Other Embodiments) The present invention relates to the above-described embodiment.
Without departing from the spirit of the present invention without being limited to the form
Changes can be made within the scope. (1) Character Recognition In the above embodiments, character recognition based on image data was performed.
And character recognition based on handwriting data
No. If the two recognition results match, this recognition result
Needless to say, it is possible to use
If the recognition results do not match, calculate the degree of ambiguity.
To inform the operator of the accuracy of character recognition.
Can be. In other words, the degree of deviation between the two recognition results
Calculates the ambiguity represented by flags or numerical values
This ambiguity is displayed on the display of the computer 20.
May be shown. However, the degree of ambiguity can also be displayed together with the recognition character.
The operator sees this display and
The accuracy of character recognition can be confirmed. On the other hand,
If the recognition result matches, the recognition result matches the recognition character.
And displayed on a computer display or the like. this
Allows more accurate character recognition
You. Also, by performing character recognition including pen pressure,
Further, highly accurate character recognition can be performed. Further, the system of the present invention has the above-mentioned application range.
More than just paper recording and data processing.
It can be applied to all business fields. That is,
After filling in the form, remove it from the reader and use it.
While the pipe is possible, the entry contents can be recognized by the computer
Recordable character information or image data
-Processing, tabulation, management, etc. can be performed. (2) As described in the above embodiment, the present invention provides a handwriting
A reader that generates data, a character recognition device that recognizes characters,
Must be configured separately for business processing devices that perform business processing
However, it is possible to knit as appropriate. That is, read
The device has both a handwriting data generation function and a character recognition function.
The character recognition device can be omitted by adding
It is. In addition, business processing functions and character recognition
Character recognition device by providing
It can be omitted. (3) Applicable Business Management The business management system of the present invention is similar to the above embodiments.
Applicable to many other business management systems, not limited to applications
It is. For example, the present invention can be applied to a search system.
It is possible. When applied to a book search system,
The list can be filled with the book title, author name, publisher name, etc.
I do. On the other hand, the business processing device 4 includes items listed in the list.
A database that classifies book data according to
I can. The user places this list on the reading device 10 and
If you fill in the items you know,
4 extracts the relevant record from the database and reads it.
It is transmitted so that it can be displayed on the receiving device. The user sees this,
You can know whether there is a book you want and information. In the case where the present invention is applied to a case search system,
Is an input field where you can enter a list of keywords
Is provided. On the other hand, the business processing device 4 has
Provide a database recorded as records. Use
Wants to place this list on the reader 10 and search for it
When the keyword of the case is entered, the business processing device 4
Search the database of case information based on keywords,
A reading device that extracts a case containing the keyword
10 to be displayed. The user looks at this and looks for
You can see the title of the case you want and its contents. In addition, the present invention can be applied to any business.
It is possible to [0355] For example, in an office factory,
In addition to vouchers and vouchers, voucher management and inventory management,
Negligence report, deposit / withdrawal processing, sales report, material use report, production process
Can be used for number reporting. For such applications, the writing medium
As for the body, it is for personnel time report, for deposit and withdrawal,
Report, sales report, material use report, production man-hour report, etc.
A slip to be used in the office factory will be created. At the sales site, order placement and application for products
Estimate, delivery confirmation, construction management, customer management, various reports
It can be used for notices. In such a case, the writing medium
For order placement, application, quote, delivery confirmation
Various slips for approval, construction management, customer management, reporting, etc.
Will be created. [0357] At the customer service site, a questionnaire
In addition to information reception, it can be used for marketing and the like. This
For such purposes, the marketing media
It is necessary to create additional paper. In other special services, police
In addition to traffic violation control, medical checkups, traffic reports,
On-site construction, such as on-site chart making and medical treatment reporting
Inspection report, construction site worker report, equipment operation report, material
Automobile maintenance in autonomous maintenance, such as procurement reports and progress reports
Checks, moving quotes by moving companies, moving goods,
Used for vending machine product replenishment reports, sales collection reports, etc.
Can be used. If used for such purposes, police inspection
Use, traffic report, record paper, hospital chart, medical report, inspection
Report, construction site worker report, equipment operation report, material procurement report
Notice, progress report, car maintenance check, moving quote,
For moving goods, vending machine product replenishment report, sales collection report
Forms to be used for special tasks such as According to the present invention, written contents can be directly
With the configuration that allows input to the computer, the following effects
It is possible to obtain First, to a computer with a normal writing medium
Avoid complicated key input operation due to key input
be able to. That is, the reading device records the writing medium.
Handwriting data is detected at the same time
The data is transmitted to the character recognition means. For this reason,
Processing such as key input by the operator for the entered information
Eliminates the need to reduce operator workload
Can be. In addition, the completed
Because the writing medium remains at hand, the law
The present invention can be handwritten even in tasks that require preservation.
To reduce redundant labor of typing with the keyboard
Exerts its effect. Second, erroneous data input due to key input can be
Can be avoided. According to the present invention, the recording medium
Since the information is entered as handwriting data,
There is no need to key in matters. Therefore, key input
It is possible to avoid erroneous input due to. At that time,
It is possible to eliminate notes, etc., so the description of the handwritten writing medium itself
If there is a defect, check the error.
It is effective. Third, purchase processing and accounting processing are performed quickly.
be able to. As soon as you fill out the writing medium and the form
Then, the handwriting data is detected by the reading device. others
Accounting can be performed on a daily basis, and
Note: In the purchase process, avoid delays in the delivery time.
Can be. According to the present invention, the time information is
Information, so that unauthorized processing such as falsification of data can be performed.
Can be prevented. According to the present invention, the authentication information can be read.
It recognizes bad writing media and invalid slips
It is possible to eliminate. According to the present invention, wiring facilities such as indoors and outdoors can be provided.
It is equipped with a configuration that can read handwriting even in
It is possible to improve the efficiency of any business. According to the present invention, writing was performed indoors and outdoors.
With a configuration that can display the answer to the content,
And promptly provide the necessary answer information. According to the present invention, the writing medium is properly placed.
It has a configuration that can be corrected even if it is not
Writing can be performed without concern for the mounting position. According to the present invention, a brush described in a writing medium
With a configuration that allows character information to be extracted from traces,
It can make the characters on the storage medium recognized correctly and efficiently.
You. According to the present invention, writing in a writing medium
It has a configuration that can read the deletion or modification of the contents, so
Recognize correct information even if contents are deleted or modified
Is possible. According to the present invention, a writing medium can be designed.
With the configuration, it is possible to design writing media of any style.
is there. According to the present invention, complaint processing is performed as business management.
It is possible to provide a business management system suitable for According to the present invention, inventory management is used as business management.
It is possible to provide a business management system suitable for According to the present invention, office management
We can provide a business management system suitable for business
You. According to the present invention, bid management is performed as business management.
It is possible to provide a business management system suitable for According to the present invention, scoring processing as business management
It is possible to provide a business management system suitable for According to the present invention, ticket management
We can provide a business management system suitable for sales
You. According to the present invention, writing was performed indoors and outdoors.
Immediate character recognition of data for direct use in business processes
Simplifies indoor and outdoor business processes
It is possible to do. Therefore, every industry
Costs can be reduced, and products and services
Service costs can be reduced. According to the present invention, writing was performed indoors and outdoors.
With a configuration that can display the answer to the content,
Quickly provide the necessary information on site, such as Kate surveys and inspections.
Can be provided quickly. Therefore, it is not possible
Questionnaire surveys can be carried out,
This eliminates the need for contact work that was performed separately from the entry work.
Diversification of service contents and reduction of work time
Etc. can be achieved. According to the present invention, data relating to ticket sales
With a wireless connection to the database
To a sales base located anywhere, such as a convenience store
In addition, you can easily purchase tickets. Therefore,
Expand the window of ticket purchase methods that have been limited
System that is convenient for both merchants and buyers.
A stem can be provided.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a business management system according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a short-distance communication mode of the business management system according to the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining a long-distance communication mode of the business management system according to the first embodiment. FIG. 4 is an external view of the reading device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 5 is a block diagram of the reading device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a block diagram of a computer (character recognition device) according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a flowchart illustrating an outline of processing of a business management system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8 is a flowchart illustrating a writing medium design process of the business management system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 9 is a flowchart illustrating a recognition process of the business management system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining an error correction process of the business management system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining an error correction process of the business management system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 12 is a diagram for explaining another error correction processing of the business management system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining angle correction processing of a writing medium according to the business management system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating a cancellation process according to the business management system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 15 is a diagram illustrating another cancellation process according to the business management system according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 16 is a diagram for describing input processing in writing medium design input. FIG. 17 is a display example on the LCD of the reading device. FIG. 18 is a block diagram of a business management system according to a second embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 19 is a block diagram of a complaint reception processing system according to a third embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 20 is an example of use of the reading device in the questionnaire processing. FIG. 21 is an example of use of a reading device in traffic control. FIG. 22 is a block diagram of writing medium printing of the inventory management system according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 23 is an example of an inventory writing medium according to the fourth embodiment. FIG. 24 is a processing block diagram of an inventory management system according to the fourth embodiment. FIG. 25 is an example of use of the reading device in the inventory processing. FIG. 26 is a block diagram of a work processing instruction system according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 27 is an example of a work processing instruction writing medium. FIG. 28 is a block diagram of a bid management system according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 29 is a block diagram of a scoring management system according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 30 is an example of an answer sheet. FIG. 31 is a block diagram of a ticket sales system according to an eighth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 32 is a block diagram of the ticket issuing device of the present invention. FIG. 33 is a block diagram of a register (cash register) of the present invention. FIG. 34 is a flowchart illustrating a process of the ticket sales system according to the eighth embodiment of the present invention. [Description of Signs] 2 Character Recognition Device 3 Communication Infrastructure 4 Business Processing Device 10, 10B Reader 10c CPU 10a Digitizer 20n CPU 40, 43a, 52a, 61, 80a, 90a Host Computer (Business Processing Device)

Claims (1)

Claims: 1. A means for detecting the coordinates of a pen tip for a handwriting written on a writing medium by a pen, and generating handwriting data indicating a coordinate change with respect to an elapsed time of the pen tip for each writing medium. A reading device comprising means for transmitting the handwriting data and a character recognition device for performing character recognition based on the handwriting data; and a business processing device for executing a predetermined business process in accordance with the recognized character string. , With a business management system. 2. The apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising: means for generating, at a predetermined timing, time stamp data representing a time at which the handwriting data was generated, at a time of generating the handwriting data. The business management system according to claim 1, wherein the stamp data is transmitted together with the handwriting data. 3. The reading device according to claim 1, further comprising: a unit that generates identification data for identifying the reading device and other additional information, and wherein the transmitting unit transmits the additional information together with the handwriting data. Business management system as described in. 4. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the reading device further includes a unit configured to capture an image such as a seal imprinted on a writing medium to generate image data, and the transmitting unit transmits the image data together with the handwriting data. Item 2. The business management system according to item 1. 5. The transmitting means in the reading device,
An output circuit that outputs data including the handwriting data in accordance with a predetermined bus standard, and an input / output slot configured to output data including the handwriting data output from the output circuit, The business management system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the slot is configured so that a portable information communication device capable of wirelessly communicating data including the handwriting data can be mounted. 6. A writing medium selected by a user using the selection means, further comprising a selection means for allowing a writer to select any one of a plurality of types of writing media. The business management system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, further comprising transmitting definition body data for specifying (1). 7. The receiving device according to claim 1, wherein the reading device receives data transmitted from the outside, and a character display device displays characters based on the data received by the receiving device.
The business management system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, further comprising: 8. The reading device according to claim 1, wherein the means for detecting the coordinates of the pen tip includes a pen for outputting a predetermined signal, and a digitizer for receiving a signal output from the pen. Business management system. 9. The reading device further includes a storage circuit configured to be able to store data including the handwriting data for a plurality of writing media, and the transmitting unit includes a plurality of handwriting data stored in the storage circuit. The business management system according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein data including the following is transmitted to the character recognition device in a lump. 10. The character recognition device, comprising: means for identifying a writing medium format to be used based on data for specifying a writing medium selected by a user transmitted from the reading device; The business management system according to any one of claims 1 to 9, further comprising: means for performing character recognition based on definition data specifying a writing medium format. 11. The character recognition device detects a relative position of the handwriting with respect to the reading device based on data including the handwriting data, and specifies a writing medium format of a writing medium on which the handwriting is written. Means for determining a relative position of the writing medium with respect to the reading device based on the definition body data and a relative position of the handwriting with respect to the reading device;
The business management system according to any one of claims 1 to 10, further comprising: 12. A means for detecting a relative position of a handwriting, wherein the means for detecting a relative position of a handwriting entered in a plurality of required input fields to be always entered with respect to the reading device, and detecting a relative position of the writing medium. 12. The business management according to claim 11, wherein the means for determining a position determines an orientation of the writing medium with respect to the reading device based on a relative position of the handwriting entered in the required input field with respect to the reading device. system. 13. The character recognizing device further includes a correction unit configured to correct a displacement of a position of the writing medium with respect to the reading device based on a relative position of the handwriting with respect to the reading device and a relative position of the writing medium. Claim 11
The business management system according to claim 12. 14. The correction means of the character recognition device detects an inclination of the writing medium based on a relative position of the handwriting with respect to the reading device and a relative position of the writing medium,
The business management system according to claim 11, wherein the inclination of the writing medium is corrected. 15. The character recognizing device, based on the handwriting data transmitted from the reading device, cuts out a character, a symbol, a graphic, or a character / symbol group constituting a character string represented by the handwriting data; The cut out character,
The task management system according to any one of claims 1 to 14, further comprising: means for recognizing a symbol, graphic, or character / symbol group and converting the symbol into a recognized character string including a character code. 16. A means for converting a character recognition device of the character recognition device into a character string to be recognized based on image data copied from the handwriting data and a direction from a sampling point of the handwriting to a next sampling point. 16. The business management system according to claim 15, wherein the character recognition is performed together with the character recognition result based on the direction element. 17. A means for converting a character, a symbol, a figure, or a character / symbol group into a character string recognized by the character recognition apparatus, 16. The business management system according to claim 15, wherein characters are recognized based on the number of strokes. 18. A unit for converting the character, the symbol, the figure, or the character / symbol group cut out by the unit for cutting out the character, the symbol, the figure or the character / symbol group. 16. The business management system according to claim 15, wherein characters are recognized based on the number of intersections existing in the task. 19. A means for converting a character, a symbol, a figure, or a character / symbol group into a recognized character string of the character recognition device, The task management system according to claim 15, wherein characters are recognized based on whether or not is included in a predetermined area. 20. The character conversion device according to claim 19, wherein when the character string on which the predetermined specific graphic is overwritten is detected in the recognition character string, the specific graphic is superimposed. 16. The business management system according to claim 15, wherein recognition of the written character string is prohibited. 21. The character conversion device, wherein the means for converting into the recognized character string detects a character string in which a predetermined specific figure is overwritten in the recognized character string, and When the character string added to the column is recognized, the recognition of the character string in which the specific figure is overwritten is prohibited, and instead, the character string added to the specific figure is recognized and inserted into the recognized character string. The business management system according to claim 15. 22. When the character recognition device recognizes that a predetermined type of character, symbol or graphic is described in a predetermined column of the writing medium, the character recognition device determines that the writing medium is to be deleted. 2. The business management system according to claim 1, further comprising means for determining. 23. When the character recognition device recognizes that a predetermined type of character, symbol or graphic is described in a predetermined column of the writing medium, the character recognition device recognizes the column associated with the predetermined column. 2. The business management system according to claim 1, further comprising means for determining a recognized character string based on the handwriting data described in (1) as a deletion target. 24. The character recognition device, wherein the handwriting data corresponding to one writing medium is defined as one unit, and a character string is written for each writing medium based on the units of the handwriting data output from the plurality of reading devices. The business management system according to claim 1, wherein 25. The character recognition device, comprising: means for setting definition data specifying the writing medium based on data including handwriting data transmitted from the reading device connected to the character recognition device; 2. The business management system according to claim 1, further comprising: means for transmitting the defined definition data to the reading device. 26. A method for setting definition data of the character recognition device, comprising the steps of: when a plurality of coordinates are specified by data including the handwriting data, a range specified by the plurality of coordinates; 25. Set as a field
Business management system as described in. 27. The business according to claim 26, wherein the means for setting the definition of the character recognition device is configured to be able to set the attribute of the input field when the one input field is set. Management system. 28. The business processing device, among the character strings recognized by the character recognition device, a character string corresponding to one or more predetermined fields of a writing medium is used as search index data, 2. The database according to claim 1, further comprising a database that stores the index data and data including handwriting data of the writing medium in association with each other, and that reads, writes, and searches for records stored in the database based on the index data. Business management system as described. 29. The character recognition device, wherein, of the handwriting data output from the reading device, the character recognition is prohibited for a predetermined area of the writing medium, and the handwriting data in the area is left as it is. The business management system according to claim 1, wherein the business management system outputs the data to a business processing device. 30. The business processing device compares handwriting data described in a specific column of the writing medium based on a signature with handwriting data for verification registered in advance, and performs the business processing based on the verification result. 30. The task management system according to claim 29, wherein the task management system performs the task management. 31. The business management system according to claim 30, wherein the business processing device performs collation between the handwriting data based on the signature and the collation handwriting data based on a stroke order indicated by the handwriting data. 32. The business management system according to claim 30, wherein the business processing device performs collation between the handwriting data based on the signature and the collation handwriting data based on a writing time indicated by the handwriting data. 33. When the character recognition device performs an approval process indicating approval of a writing medium for handwriting data on which character recognition has been performed by the character recognition device, the character recognition device proves that the writing medium has been approved. The business management system according to claim 1, wherein imprint data is added to the handwriting data. 34. The business process apparatus according to claim 33, wherein the business processing device permits the transfer of the handwriting data only when a code indicating that the writing medium has been approved for the handwriting data is added. Business management system. 35. The business processing device is configured to register a reading device in advance so as to be able to identify a reading device to be processed by the business processing device, and to identify the reading device from the reading device. 4. The business management system according to claim 3, wherein when the code is transmitted, the validity / invalidity of the business process is determined based on whether or not the identification code of the reading device matches an identification code registered in advance. 36. The business processing device is configured to be able to identify a user who is qualified to use the reading device by registering handwriting data of the user's signature in advance, and the reading device reads the reading device. 4. The validity / invalidity of business processing is determined based on whether or not the handwriting of the user who matches the handwriting matches the handwriting registered in advance when the handwriting data of the signature of the user who uses is received. Business management system. 37. The business processing device includes: means for sequentially reading time stamp data included in the handwriting data;
Among the times indicated by the read time stamp data,
3. The business management system according to claim 2, further comprising: means for performing predetermined processing on the writing medium when time stamp data that has passed a predetermined period or more is detected. 38. The means for performing a predetermined process of the business processing device, as the predetermined process, when the time stamp data having passed the predetermined period or more is detected, processes the writing medium as invalid. The business management system according to claim 37. 39. The business processing device accumulates usage time for each of the reading devices based on time stamp data included in the handwriting data, and performs a predetermined business process in accordance with the accumulated usage time. Item 3. The business management system according to Item 2. 40. The writing medium is designed to be compatible with a customer service, wherein the reading device is used by a customer service customer, and the character recognition device is such that the customer service customer handles a customer. During the operation, the character recognition is performed based on the data including the handwriting data transmitted from the reading device, and the business processing device includes a database that stores information on customers, and the character string recognized by the character recognition device. Searching the database based on the information, if the information on the customer serviced by the customer service representative is stored, creates a character string based on the information, and transmits it to the reading device so that it can be displayed Item 2. The business management system according to item 1. 41. The writing medium is designed to be compatible with inventory processing, wherein the reading device is used by a stocktaking person, and the business processing device accumulates information on the number of items in stock. Comprising a database to search the database based on the character string recognized by the character recognition device,
The business management system according to claim 1, wherein the database is updated with the stock quantity of each product indicated by the recognized character string. 42. The business management system according to claim 41, wherein the business processing device transmits the stock quantity of each product read from the database to the reading device in a readable manner. 43. The writing medium is for designating a series of steps related to a predetermined task, and is designed by providing a check box for each step, and the reading device is used by a person in charge of the predetermined task. When the character recognition result of the character recognition device indicates that the check box is marked, the business processing device is configured to be able to process the step associated with the check box. Item 2. The business management system according to item 1. 44. The writing medium is designed by providing an input field used for a predetermined bid, the reading device is used by a plurality of bidders, and the business processing device is a plurality of the reading devices. 2. The apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising: displaying a character string of each reading device transmitted from the character recognition device and being recognized by the character recognition device, and displaying an arbitrary character string based on the magnitude of a numerical value indicated by each character string. Business management system. 45. The writing medium is designed with an answer column for a predetermined question, the reading device is used by a solver for a predetermined problem, and the business processing device is transmitted from the reading device, The business management system according to claim 1, wherein a scoring process is performed on a score for each answerer, a total average score, an average score for each question, a deviation value, and the like based on the character string recognized by the character recognition device. 46. The writing medium is designed to include an answer progress entry column in addition to the answer entry column, and the character recognition device uses the handwriting entered in the answer progress entry column as image data in the business process. 46. The business management according to claim 45, wherein the business processing device is configured to be able to display an image based on image data in an entry column of the answer progress entered by any of the solvers. system. 47. The writing medium is provided with an entry column for reservation sale of the ticket, the reading device is used by a person in charge of the reservation sale of the ticket, and the business processing device is the ticket processing device. A database in which the number of available salable items is recorded, and when the character string recognized by the character recognition device is data indicating a purchase request for a predetermined ticket, the database is referred to and the ticket is referred to. 8. The business management system according to claim 7, wherein when there is a remaining number, the data for permitting sale of the ticket is transmitted to the reading device. 48. The system further comprises a ticket issuing device for receiving data transmitted from the business processing device, and issuing the ticket when the transmitted data is data for permitting sale of the ticket. The business management system according to claim 47. 49. A cash register capable of receiving data transmitted from the business processing device and charging the price of the ticket when the transmitted data is data for permitting the sale of the ticket. 48. The business management system according to claim 47, further comprising: 50. The business management system according to claim 1, wherein the reading device and the character recognition device are housed in the same device and configured to be able to communicate with the business processing device. 51. A means for detecting the coordinates of a pen tip for handwriting written on a writing medium by a pen, means for generating handwriting data indicating a change in coordinates of the pen tip with respect to elapsed time for each writing medium, and said handwriting A business management system comprising: a reading / character recognition device including means for performing character recognition based on data; and a business processing device for executing a predetermined business process in accordance with the recognized character string. 53. The business processing device includes a database for predetermined information, searches the database based on a character read and recognized by the reading device, and extracts information corresponding to the character. Item 2. The business management system according to item 1.