DE2032966C3 - Device for recording identification data on a recording medium - Google Patents

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The invention relates to a device for recording identification data on a Record carriers, in particular a card, for use in connection with a key-writing machine to write data in plain text and to record this data at the same time on an information carrier, e.g. a punched tape, in one for feeding into a calculating machine suitable encrypted form, the recording part for the encrypted data alternatively can also be controlled by a reader for scanning a code carrier.

In the German patent specification 1212 755 is one Writing machine system with one of the scanning devices controllable and also pocket-operated Typewriter written on. With this typewriter system are two scanning devices for scanning recording media for automatic Control of a single typewriter so designed and switched that not like others Typewriter systems through special perforations (change-over Codc combinations) in the both recording media, the respective scanning device in operation stopped and the The next scanning device is switched on except for the next switchover on its recording medium triggering Umschall-Code-Kombmatum becomes, but that instead IcdigMch that Occurrence of a Unischalt-Code-Combmmation in one of the two recording media e.ne switchover on the other (printer) button atsl · .- !. that "but the printer scanner is only one-n Cycle executes, after which each aiii automatically Motor scanner is switched back, and between of the content of the in Druck.er-AbUi.kr ahüeiastcien hole gap. Switching back from Printer scanner is therefore not a stepping stone Un-iSwitching code combination in the recording; .1- “He is dependent on the printer graduate. At ..heser ^ ■ The machine system is thus two interchangeable Einschaltban · scanning device ^ for nand - (, cler card-shaped recording media for typewriter control present; a memory in which, i information recorded with the aid of the typewriter can be temporarily stored and added to it can be retrieved later for the transfer to a card, so that the card can be used as a carrier for the identification data for later recordings can be used for automatic transmission of the data to the recording medium is at this scribing machine system is not intended.

The German patent specification 972633 relates to a typewriter, in particular an accounting machine, which is equipped with a mechanical storage mechanism. Through this storage facility Sol! but only achieved that when you hit the keys of the typewriter not Immediately write the posted characters in order to make any improvements to be able to. For this purpose dl ·; Keystrokes on a mechanical storage mechanism transmitted, which make visible the stored characters -'cn display device connected is. The stored characters are then checked by the storage unit and any improvements made when hitting the keys for the next one Automatically transfer the writing line to the corresponding type lever. This mechanical storage mechanism thus serves as a buffer for the continuous temporary recording of the information a single line of typing while using the typewriter.

In hospitals, medical and other laboratories, industrial companies, financial companies, Wholesale companies, warehouse operations, etc., in which to store and process observed or otherwise determined data electronic calculating machines are used, it is common to Writing instruments with a keyboard can be used to provide the appropriate data both in plain text writing and simultaneously by means of a recording device, z. B. a punch to record in encrypted form on an information carrier, which is used to enter the data into the calculating machine.

For control purposes, the plain text is generally on a journal sheet in these facilities or any other suitable written record, while as a basis for registration usually a card, account sheet or a similar sheet is used to be sent to the person concerned, the order or the account.

is ordered. This card is used for the first time recording the corresponding data on the corresponding data Strip also marked with some specific shark data in plain text by the card alone or together with the journal sheet is placed on the roller of the typewriter.

If a recording is to be started with such a device, certain data must first be posted which identify the card in question and, accordingly, the corresponding patient or the like, so that the information is always stored under the same "address" and later un- if necessary w this address can be retrieved again. In other words: Whenever new conclusions or information are recorded, they must be changed. The same identification data will be LK-vjhriebcn again on the card so that they appear on the associated strip. Apart from the fact that this process is time consuming. it contains the risk of improper addressing in the event of positioning errors, which can have serious consequences if, for example, diagnostic data is sent to the address of another-:. π patients are noted.

The object of the invention is to provide -. .! z device for a key typewriter for Writing information in clear text and at the same time Recording of this information in encrypted form on an information carrier, e.g. B. To create a punched tape or the like, which offers the possibility of the required at the beginning of a recording To save identification data temporarily and to transfer them to a card in order to use them Card as a code carrier for automatic writing of the identification data for later recordings to be able to use.

In the case of an execution of the type mentioned at the outset, this object is achieved according to the invention by that the keyboard typewriter is connected to a memory, de. · When you hit identification data on the keyboard of the keyed typewriter for temporary storage of these Data is provided in encrypted form, and that r-.a controllable by the memory unit for Recording of the stored identification data on the associated plain text The card is available for later recordings with the same identification data for the reader can be used as a code carrier for automatic re-recording of this data on the punched tape is.

In a further embodiment of the invention it is provided that the memory either against deletion or against feeding in of the first character or the first characters of a new identification data group is lockable.

Since the memory of the additional device is only used when information is recorded for the first time To record identification data, it does not need to have a large storage capacity and is therefore relatively inexpensive. The use of a device designed according to the invention brings important advantages for the applications explained at the beginning, of which the Time saving with repeated recordings under the same "address" and the security that information, which are linked to certain identification data, always at the same address in input into the memory of a calculating machine are the most significant advantages.

In the following, details and others are given using an exemplary embodiment shown in the drawing Advantages of the invention explained in more detail.

In the drawing, the device of the invention is shown in the form of a block diagram in connection with a key typewriter SK with a keyboard 7 ″ and a platen V. The device according to the invention can be arranged wholly or partially next to the T isten typewriter or also separately being.

The key typewriter SK is connected to a known recording part / ', to which the data is supplied in encrypted form when writing on the key typewriter and by means of which these data are recorded on a punched tape H. Instead of a strip punch, a Banu-Aul'zeidmungteil with a tape as a recording part 1 \. -lormation carriers are used. In addition to the key typewriter ΛΑΓ, the recording part P _{1 can} also from a reader /. can be controlled, for example, data stored on tax strips or punch cards can be stored. Such a reading device is often used in connection with known writing devices, for example for calculating the records or for recording fixed data.

The device also contains a memory Λ- /.

which is controlled by a control unit Λ7 and can receive data that are written on the key-operated typewriter and later return them to a unit P ₁ for recording the stored identification data. This memory M can be controlled in such a way that the feeding in of data for memory purposes is automatically terminated as soon as a certain number of Zcic!: N has been written on the key typewriter .VK.
The memory M can be a memory of a known type, for example a magnetic core memory or a so-called active memory which has a register of bistable elements. A light signal is expediently provided with which the reaching of the storage capacity is indicated.

When data is entered on a card for the first time, as already mentioned, the memory M is fed with the relevant identification data, at the same time as this is written in plain text on the card and possibly on a journal sheet and transferred to the punched tape H in encrypted form. After the entry of the identification data has been completed, the supply of the memory M is terminated and further recording is continued on the punched tape H by writing on the key-operated typewriter SK , if necessary alternating with fixed data from a control strip or another code carrier in the reader L. Before proceeding to another card, the first card is inserted into the unit P., which can also be a tape punch or another recording device, and the stored data is released from the memory / W by pressing a special key, so that they are entered on the card in encrypted form.

If a write key is pressed afterwards, one is linked to other identification data

Recording, the saved in / stored information is automatically deleted so that it is ready for new identification data.

If a new recording is to be made later in connection with a card that has previously been punched with identification data, this card is first inserted into the reader (after removing a code carrier that was previously present in it, if necessary), which stores the relevant identification data the recording part / ', for recording on the strip // passes before the further information is recorded. At the same time, the information can of course also be written in the usual way in plain text on a writing medium on the roller V, for example on a journal sheet.

If data is to be transferred to a strip, the observations recorded on cards originate, it happens more often that a series of consecutive cards, the persons, accounts, Issues, etc., have certain features in common, i. H. that entries in groups for different categories are made, which in each case also include the first characters of the identification data. have mcinsam. In such cases it can be useful to control the memory / V / by means of the Control device ΛΤ to be carried out in such a way that by means of a toggle switch or the like that or the first characters; d. H. the characters common to the group the information data can be dimmed so that they are permanently stored in memory around! only a smaller number of characters are saved for entries from cards in the same group and deleted, namely those that are not common to the whole group.

The aforementioned features do not prevent that every time a new card is used for the first time, the entire identification data is recorded on the card with the aid of the unit / ' can be.

If the memory M is connected to only a single key typewriter SK , as in the case of the fill-out shown, e; relatively inexpensive additional equipment. In companies with several writing stations, it will be more expedient to provide a single central memory that can contain several or all of them

ίο visualization is assigned and by these according to Can be controlled as required. In this case, it can also be useful to use the memory ir the calculating machine to be included. The device according to the invention is also suitable for systems

reversible, in which the data from the keyed typewriter is entered directly into a calculating machine will.

Since a card for repeated feeds of the identification data via the reader L in the

ao recording time P _{1 should be} usable, it is recommended to attach the code to a point on the card where it is exposed to as little damage as possible from wear, for example along an edge or in a special lap.

»5 pen or strip, the one with the card on which the Plain text is written, is firmly connected.

In hospitals, for example, the card can be a patient, customer or account card being. A writing benin / i

not normally referred to as a card is, for example Boucn. loose bläjier, journalh! ' ter or the like. It is essential that the relevant nJ <writer suitable for taking notes or writing in plain text and especially for I.

Correct identification data, ie for a c slimmcn patient, an order or the like, is prep> · ■ -hen and is suitable for use in the i ι ■■ -hcit / \ j as well as in the reader L.

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Claims (2)

Patent claims: 1. Device for recording Identilikalionsclatcn on a recording medium, in particular a card, for use in connection with a key typewriter for writing data in plain text and for simultaneously recording this data on an information carrier, ζ. B. a punched tape, in an encrypted form suitable for feeding into a calculating machine, whereby the recording part for the encrypted data can alternatively also be controlled by a reader for scanning a code carrier, characterized in that the keyed typewriter ( SK) is connected to a memory (Λ /), which is provided for temporary storage of this data in encrypted form when you hit identification data on the keyboard (T) of the key-writer, and that cine is controllable by the memory (Λ7) Unit (PJ for recording the stored identification data is available on the card provided with the associated plain text. In subsequent recordings with the same identification data for the reader (/.) As a code carrier for automatic re-recording of this data on the perforated strip (// ) is usable. 2. Device according to claim I, characterized in that dci memory (Λ- /) optionally either against Löschuni; or against feeding in the first character or> ^ he first character a new identification data group can be blocked.