EP0780803B1 - Procédé et dispositif d'entrée de données dans une machine d'affranchissement - Google Patents

Procédé et dispositif d'entrée de données dans une machine d'affranchissement Download PDF

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EP0780803B1
EP0780803B1 EP96250275A EP96250275A EP0780803B1 EP 0780803 B1 EP0780803 B1 EP 0780803B1 EP 96250275 A EP96250275 A EP 96250275A EP 96250275 A EP96250275 A EP 96250275A EP 0780803 B1 EP0780803 B1 EP 0780803B1
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Ralf Kubatzki
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  • the invention relates to a method for data entry into a franking machine according to the claims 1 and a Ar order for performing the method according to the specified in the preamble of claims 4 Art.
  • a postage meter machine is used for franking mail and may be equipped with a control unit, a storage means, an input means, a MODEM or other data receiving means, an input / output control means, a display means and a printer.
  • a control unit for franking mail and may be equipped with a control unit, a storage means, an input means, a MODEM or other data receiving means, an input / output control means, a display means and a printer.
  • a fixed Ducker prints column by column the franking imprint with simultaneous letter transport. In this case, a printing width of about 1 inch is achieved.
  • each number electronically stored in the machine advertising cliché assigned a number.
  • a function key for the cliché setting function is operated to change the advertising cliche according to the selected number.
  • a plurality of advertising clichés are stored in a user memory ASP, which is executed, for example, as a Socketed EEPROM.
  • the EEPROM When changing the user of a rented franking machine, therefore, the EEPROM must be reprogrammed at the manufacturer or replaced by another custom user memory ASP. This already time-consuming method is preceded by an approval procedure for a cliché change.
  • weight information is entered by the balance.
  • a postage meter which uses smart cards or a cellular communication network to enter tariff changes.
  • Such smart cards which have a plurality of non-volatile memories or separately accessible memory areas and a microprocessor, are sequentially plugged into a single read / write unit to serially transmit data representing different information into the postage meter.
  • This data stored in the franking machine can then be used during its operation.
  • a further advantage is that the type of use of the franking machine a Has influence on which data fill their memory.
  • the use of the postage meter determines which table data is stored in it.
  • the invention has for its object to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art and to provide a more flexible system that can be extended to future services and mail carriers.
  • a method of data entry of current data into a postage meter machine should be developed, the aforementioned actual data being subpictures for future use Include stamp images.
  • the data input should be based on a broad use of communication technology and should be cost-effective.
  • An additional task is to support the selection of low-cost postal carriers by using a data center service.
  • the invention is based on the sub-task of inexpensively undertaking a tamper-proof data entry into a franking machine for a number of users.
  • the method should be suitable for transmitting essential picture features that can be used for a security print, which should be evaluated during a security check.
  • a method for inserting partial image data for generating an overall pixel image for a franking stamp is to be developed in which sub-images can also be interleaved with one another.
  • Another requirement was to provide a postal handling system which includes external devices and a postage meter and which can be optionally supplied by a data center with update data via a communication link or via alternative means of transmission, with remote communication from the mailing system for communication.
  • the arrangement for data entry into a postage meter machine should permit simple operation in the selection of favorable mail carriers and in the positioning of sub-images within certain limits.
  • the invention is based on the idea of updating predetermined image data and program parts in the franking machine via a receiving device, such as a MODEM connection or a receiving device for mobile or telephone networks, and automatically inserting partial image data for generating a total pixel image for a franking stamp realize.
  • a receiving device such as a MODEM connection or a receiving device for mobile or telephone networks
  • An overall stamp image of a franking device comprises the pixel image for a franking stamp image and at least one further pixel image for a further stamp image and, according to the invention, such pixel image patterns for stamp partial images which change the appearance of the overall pixel image.
  • Each of the stamp images is composed of sub-images combined. The combination is stored in a control file.
  • the drawing files can also be part of an image file in the control file.
  • An image file or a partial image file of an image file forms the fixed image frame for a stamp image.
  • pixel files are stored which, respectively, invoked by the control file in a microprocessor-controlled printing process yield a pixel image.
  • Each additional stamp image is also generated and is advantageously provided for the presentation of further information, such as shipping methods (selection print), advertising clichés, postal carrier identification features and for such information about the post office, the date and the city name.
  • areas with fixed positioning of variable and semi-variable stamp sub-image data to fixed stamp image frame data now also have areas with variable positioning. Such areas would be depicted, appearing as frames or windows in the stamp image frame, but with much larger dimensions than would normally be needed for the window image data to be inserted.
  • the window image data to be inserted are displaceably positionable within the window or area with variable positioning with simultaneous display. After displaying, the new data record is saved according to the new positioning. If required, a modified stamp image or overall stamp image can be printed out.
  • stamp image parts such as the following stamp image parts: franking stamp with logo of the mail carrier, postmark, advertising clichés and cancellation stamps usually do not overlap each other, it comes with some sub-images, for example, date in the postmark or text line in the advertising cliché only on readability. It is not necessary to maintain a predetermined position unless it is machine-readable data within a security footprint that is in the post office should be evaluated automatically. On the one hand, the carrier should provide a service paid by the customer. An automatic evaluation by the carrier (post office) can reduce the service costs.
  • the invention is based on the consideration that the assignment of mail to a particular carrier is usually done manually by the meter user itself by presorting, especially as some carriers reward such service and grant appropriate discounts.
  • a kind of service is already provided by the customer, which can be extended according to the invention in another way, to get the benefit of discounts.
  • the cliché or stamp image modified by the customer can be displayed and, after a separate printout, can be brought to the attention of the mail carrier, who can issue a permit before the changed cliché or stamp image is used by the customer.
  • the technical conditions are created so that the customer of the carrier can bring his Kret governance or has a previously not common opportunity to participate.
  • An advantage of the invention is that the potential for greater versatility of the cliché images contributes to the improvement of the competition. Thus, it is possible to work quickly with new mail carriers on the market, because a change by the user to the cliché or stamp image is made possible. This can lead to cost advantages of the user of such a franking machine, which can be converted so quickly to new requirements.
  • Another advantage results from the application of regionally different tariffs of one and the same postal carrier by providing the above Use case, the site-specific field in the cliché stamp image or in another stamp image can be positioned.
  • a further advantage results from the fact that the new combination of partial images as a signature replacement can ensure authenticity if a predetermined number of frankings is agreed with an approval office of the mail carrier for which a specific combination of partial images is to be used. Already by a unique image part is ensured that a combination of partial images with this image part is also unique.
  • the frame is defined, which areas are fixed in the stamp image and which other areas in the stamp image can be made variable. Different logos are already in use at Deutsche Post AG, for example open posthorn (new) closed posthorn (old), which only requires a small amount of space in the value stamp image. For larger future logos, the distance between the value stamp image and the date stamp image can be reduced.
  • the value stamp image includes the mail carrier name and its logo, the postage value, and at least a portion of the postage meter serial number, and possibly an indication of the postage meter manufacturer and machine type.
  • the date stamp image includes the date, the place name of the post office and possibly a reference to the franking machine manufacturer.
  • Such a decentralized stamp image assembly allows for greater flexibility in the user and reduces the effort that would otherwise be driven by the data center to create a new stamp image.
  • the data center transmits only essential partial image data, for example, completed post horn for a carrier logo as a replacement for an empty one Posthorn and leaves the positioning to the user.
  • a component of future franking image data may be, for example, a code or also the lettering for the name of the mail carrier, which may also have to be positioned in a predetermined area.
  • a change data record for the corresponding control file is stored in the franking machine, which defines the positioning areas.
  • a corresponding control file is transmitted to the franking machine by means of a communication link together with the abovementioned essential franking image data and then stored. It is provided that at least some of the image sub-boundaries intersect each other, wherein at least one sub-image file is supplied by the data center.
  • All partial image data are stored encoded prior to transmission and / or assembly or are additionally provided with an encrypted checksum. In the franking machine, either a decoding or from the transmitted data, a checksum is formed and compared with the transmitted checksum. This enables tamper-proof data entry.
  • the postage meter machine is equipped with actuating means which permit positioning of individual image parts within those areas in the stamp image which may be designed variably.
  • the greater flexibility in the user is further based on the fact that the pixel images can be recreated from constant frame image data and variable window image data without having to have a previously stored overall pixel image in the postage meter.
  • the sub-images transmitted from the center are stored in the non-volatile memory of the postage meter and are then able to fundamentally change the appearance of the franking imprint in predetermined areas in connection with the setting of a certain position.
  • areas with low information content can be enriched with information content.
  • Such information contents form sub-images, which are selected by the user via a keyboard as needed or moved against each other within certain limits and / or interleaved with each other. In this way, a well-readable entry can be added to a finished cliché.
  • the partial images can overlap one another, overlapping or overlapping one another (stamp effect).
  • the patterns may optionally be inverted in the overlap area for maximum readability.
  • a franking machine can also be used as a fee stamp, in which case the stamp can be positioned as required within the boundaries of the franking picture frame before the impression is made.
  • the franking machine is equipped with actuation means which can be actuated in response to a message transmitted via a communication link in order to make use of a service of the data center.
  • actuation means which can be actuated in response to a message transmitted via a communication link in order to make use of a service of the data center.
  • each participant or user of the mail processing system receives notification from the data center as to what will change in the near future on predetermined relevant data contents and is thus able to carry out the corresponding data update if the update data has become valid.
  • the service is the Data center free of charge.
  • the message also includes price-related data, wherein the notification is transmitted from the data center toll free during a communication due to, for example, a credit recharge to the user.
  • the service may include information about the most favorable postal carrier for the respective user and, if necessary, the transmission of partial image data and control data for the corresponding logo and tariff table data.
  • remote data transmission for example by means of MODEM and notification of the location of the local exchange is an automatic input option.
  • a communication requirement is formed. Controlled by the franking machine, data for the franking machine is automatically provided after it has been switched on.
  • the solution according to the invention thus makes it possible to carry out a change of location without any problem, without having to send in a module for new postage charge table storage, or even a service technician has to appear on site. This saves significant costs for retrofitting in particular of rented systems in an advantageous manner.
  • the location-specific provision of data takes place, for example, by means of a card-shaped transmission medium or by means of external memory through a communications network (modem, mobile radio, ISDN and other digital networks).
  • a communications network modem, mobile radio, ISDN and other digital networks.
  • Modern telephone and mobile services make it possible to determine the location of the data center at short notice in order to be able to automatically transmit the respective location-specific data.
  • the input means present in the franking machine (chip card, telephone or communication device) are used.
  • the advantage of the solution according to the invention is the mobility for a mail processing system, wherein the location change can be registered in the data center.
  • the portable postage meter arrangement recognizes the changing conditions and once communicates by itself or after appropriate input and automatic detection of an update requirement with an external memory in communication.
  • the franking machine then controls the data transmission.
  • a solution is created to load for a mail carrier (USPS, UPS, Deutsche Post AG or others) a corresponding logo and for the location of both the applicable rate table of the respective carrier in the system, without mechanical or by service technicians to intervene in the system.
  • FIG. 1 illustrated block diagram for a with modem 23, a smart card read-write unit 20 or other corresponding receiving means or input means 21 equipped franking machine has a programmable processor system.
  • the processor system consists of at least one memory means 5, a clock / date module 8 and a processing unit (CPU) as control means 6 and optionally a special circuit 100 and / or 101.
  • the special circuit and / or program means 100, 101 are preferably part of a program memory PSP 11 and a battery-backed non-volatile memory (CMOS NV-RAM) in the clock / date module 8 and / or a non-volatile memory EEPROM in the storage means 5a, 5b.
  • a pressure control (DS) 14 is formed for example as an ASIC and adapted to the preferably non-contact printing method.
  • an input / output control means 4 enclosing a pressure control 14, to which a print head 1, keyboard 2 and receiving means 20 to 23 are connected for transmission means, is in circuit connection with the control module 6 of the franking machine via a BUS.
  • the storage means are conventionally composed of a plurality of permanent and temporary nonvolatile memories. A portion of the memory forms with the CPU 6 in a known manner a protected postal area within the processor system.
  • a permanent memory PSP 11 of the storage means of the postage meter machine has programs for communication via interfaces in the input / output control means 4 with the input means 20, 21, 22, 23. The input means establish the connection to external memories.
  • the base of the franking machine consists of a print head 1 and a power electronics / sensor / actuator module 12, which contains a power supply and control for the drives (paper transport, printer, tape, strip encoder) or including the required drive motor.
  • the processor system may also have other peripheral input / output means 21 (not shown) connected to it.
  • the latter may be, for example, a personal computer (PC) including a screen and associated keyboard.
  • PC personal computer
  • the franking machine has a receiving means or an external MODEM 23 and associated MODEM interface in the postage meter for the external MODEM or a internal MODEM on.
  • MODEM enables communication with a remote data center.
  • a tele-communication network is provided which contains externally a memory with the retrievable data and / or flags for reloading stylishfunktionen- and information in the franking machine.
  • An external memory with update data may alternatively also be provided in a mobile radio communication network and be addressed by a corresponding communication connection and communication means. Provided temporary storage in a transmission medium, data packets are then transmitted under the control of the franking machine, thereby possibly ensuring automatic acceptance of the current tariff by the franking machine.
  • An alternative transmission means is a chip card, which is brought into contact with the chip card write / read unit 20 serving as input means 20.
  • the interface board of the chip card read / write unit is connected to a serial interface of the franking machine.
  • the contacting device has at least 6 contacts and the data exchange between the unprotected and / or the protected card storage area and a non-volatile memory of the program memory means of the postage meter machine is carried out automatically as part of a communication protocol, as soon as the chip card has been inserted into the insertion slot.
  • a personal smart card of the user can be advantageously used in addition to a location input also in addition to the cost-dependent setting an advertising cliché. This has already been done in the EP 566 225 A2 proposed.
  • the franking machine is equipped with a non-volatile memory for a number of each associated with the cost center of the user'klischees and with a chip card read / write unit and allows frequent card changes for a variety of users.
  • a non-volatile memory for a number of each associated with the cost center of the user'klischees and with a chip card read / write unit and allows frequent card changes for a variety of users.
  • an advertising cliché detail can thus be reloaded into the postage meter machine.
  • a fixed number of advertising clichés in an internal user memory ASP (EEPROM) can already be stored in non-volatile memory by the manufacturer.
  • circuit or program means which are present in the program memory PSP 11 and in the non-volatile memory areas of the clock / date module 8 and / or the memory means 5, a corresponding sequence for data loading or for updating is stored.
  • the protected postal area of the processor system of the postage meter machine can-in a manner not shown here-be designed, for example, as an ASIC, so that the procedure can not be manipulated without authorization.
  • a location-specific initialization of the postage meter machine takes place manually or preferably automatically.
  • partial image files of a control file are initially reloaded via MODEM and positioned in a predetermined stamp area.
  • the overall flowchart for the postage meter shown in FIG. 1 shows a start and initialization routine 101, the latter including a sub-step 101.1 in which a communication requirement is formed. This is necessary in order to initiate an automatic communication with the data center and to carry out a corresponding data transfer. As a result of the data transfer, a change is entered in the memories of the franking machine, so that the place name in the printed date stamp changes according to the current location.
  • the data that relates to a site change and should be previously approved by the data center can reach the recipient only if the local phone number is correct. Therefore, a special initialization of the franking machine with entry of the telephone number or postal code postcode is required.
  • the franking machine is programmed to transmit the number of its connection to the data center.
  • the call number of the calling connection is transmitted to the called data center and evaluated there.
  • the data center has a database in which the aforesaid call number parts (area network codes) assigned to essential franking picture parts are present.
  • the database of the data center registers for each franking machine an assignment of machine number, location and loaded carrier constellation.
  • the location determination is supported by a telecommunications service.
  • Telephone and mobile services allow location determination of the data center to be made at short notice during a single call when the meter is calling the data center and data is inserted by the local exchange between the dialing signals which uniquely identify the calling terminal.
  • An analog MODEM used in the data center is correspondingly programmed to filter out such local identification data. For this purpose, it is necessary that the dialing signals are transmitted to the data center in the multi-frequency dialing (DTMF).
  • DTMF multi-frequency dialing
  • the ISDN service feature "Identifying the calling connection" can be used, to which the franking machine is connected. From the telephone exchange to which the terminal is assigned, the part of the call number is generated which uniquely identifies the connection.
  • a permit When entering a location via chip card, a permit must first be obtained. Although this is more time-consuming, it also allows location registration for the respective postal processing system in the data center.
  • the location-specific provision of data is carried out optionally by means of a card-shaped transmission means or by means of external memory through a communication network (modem, mobile radio), according to the franking machine type present.
  • an input of the location is now made, for example by means of a keyboard.
  • the franking machine is switched on, for example, after a change of location by a new user.
  • Such an input possibility exists after switching on in the sub-step 101.1 to the step 101 of the initialization, by inputting the postal code postcode into the franking machine. After entering the last digit (postal code in Germany is 5 digits) or digits (the part of the 8-digit zip code to be entered in the USA is 3 digits), the entry is automatically accepted.
  • an update can be carried out under the control of the postage meter machine via a communication network or transmission means, wherein a location-specific provision of data for the postage meter machine takes place in an external memory.
  • the stored set of postal carriers is assigned a rating table, whereby the cheap mail carrier receives the highest priority.
  • An unfavorable mail carrier achieves a low value.
  • a location-specific provision of a further list by the data center is provided in order to carry out an input of a postal carrier's corresponding CIN (carrier identification number) in a sub-step 101.2 of the step 101 for initializing the postage meter.
  • the list provides location-specific provision of data that can be loaded from external memory (for example, in the data center) over a communications network.
  • a first step 201 for calling non-volatile stored settings for the postage meter is branched.
  • a personal computer (PC) 21 may be connected, allowing a more convenient operator guidance for the postage meter machine. Then the respective postage meter settings are made PC-controlled.
  • the interfaces in the input / output control means 4 are selected to recognize the connected peripheral means and, if necessary, to switch the postage meter into a required preprogrammed operating mode which enables the cooperation and communication with the aforesaid peripheral means. In this case, the interface to the scale 22 is selected, with a mode switching takes place when a scale for weight input is connected. The franking machine is then in the slave state.
  • step 202 security criteria can be queried and displayed in another step 203. Even if no further entries are made, a stamp imprint can be created and printed tamper-proof immediately with the stored data.
  • step 209 relates to a special input and display routine. In the aforementioned second step 209, the previous non-volatilely stored data can be overwritten or changed or other inputs can be made and displayed by means of the input device of the postage meter machine.
  • a pressure data input with according to the invention optional positioning of partial images is provided.
  • step 209 the point e, ie the beginning of a communication mode 300, is reached and in a third step 301 it is queried whether a transaction request exists. This is the case when request data has been formed or an input has been made for the purpose of credit recharge. If this is not the case, the communication mode 300 is left and the point f, ie the actual operating mode 290 of the franking machine, is reached. If relevant data has been transmitted in communication mode, branch to step 213 for data evaluation. In step 213, a statistical and error evaluation is performed in order to obtain further current data, which can also be called up after branching to the system routine 200 in step 201. Or else, if non-transmission is determined in step 211, step 212 is to be branched.
  • the FIG. 3 shows a flow chart of a data input for the postage meter, based on which the invention is explained in more detail.
  • the second step 209 for an input and display routine has been supplemented by special query steps.
  • a pre-dating for future mail be overwritten and displayed by means of the input means of the postage meter, the previous non-volatile stored date.
  • a date indicated in the second sub-step 209-2 is overwritten on the basis of a date input made in the first sub-step 209-1 by means of input means, before a corresponding third sub-step 209-3 for interrogation is reached.
  • next query in the fifth sub-step 209-5 is reached. It is queried whether another value was selected during the entry. If that is the case, ie another value has been selected during the entry, then branching is made to the sixth sub-step 209-6 in order to generate an encrypted verification code (MAC) over the selected value.
  • MAC encrypted verification code
  • a preferred method for securing data and program code is already in the European application 96250192.0 been described.
  • the basis for the form of representation of the respective carrier-specific stamp image is a carrier-specific control file which is suitable for determining or changing an assignment of partial images to other variable image data files (window image data) or unvariable partial images image data files (frame image data).
  • window image data variable image data files
  • frame image data unvariable partial images image data files
  • the seventh sub-step 209-7 it is checked whether a different cliché was selected in the input in the first sub-step 209-1.
  • the ninth sub-step 209-9 it is checked whether in the input in the first sub-step 209-1 another carrier has been selected.
  • the eleventh sub-step 209-11 it is checked whether the input in the first sub-step 209-1 another selection pressure was selected, which of course represents a carrier-specific service.
  • Other services of the mail carrier concern, for example, shipping methods such as express mail, air mail, printed matter, return receipt and are preferably shown in the display field for the election print in the overall stamp image of the franking machine.
  • a branch k is made to a nineteenth sub-step 209-19 to form request data.
  • actuating means for reentering a carrier are operated during the input routine (first sub-step 209-1)
  • it is determined in a polling step (thirteenth sub-step 209-13) and also branched to the point k of the nineteenth sub-step 209-19 to form request data.
  • the aforementioned nineteenth sub-step 209-19 will be described below in connection with the FIG. 8 explained in more detail.
  • the aforementioned query step (thirteenth sub-step 209-13) in connection with the re-entry of a carrier in the first sub-step 209-1 will be described below with reference to FIG FIG. 4 explained in more detail.
  • the above-mentioned interrogation step (209-13) may be preceded by an input routine and a further interrogation step in order to arrive at a new carrier information, which is also described below with reference to FIG FIG. 4 is explained in more detail. If the supply of stored carriers is not sufficient for the user, the information about additional carriers (carrier information) is called up by the user. In this case, a further explained below service of the data center, which is provided to handle customer requests, be claimed if necessary and lead to the entry of another mail carrier. By an automatic selection of the data center can, without a calculation is to be made in the franking machine, an input of each cheap mail carrier can be achieved. The data of the hitherto unfavorable mail carrier are deleted and the ranking of the Values correspond to changed.
  • a query criterion for partial image positioning is fulfilled if a corresponding actuation of input means has taken place in the context of the input routine (first sub-step 209-1) in order to reposition a partial image in the stamp image.
  • a routine for forming change data for positioning a selected field is achieved (fifteenth sub-step 209-15), then branching to a twenty-first sub-step 209-21 to query whether the change data is still in the Carrier defined range. If this is not the case, it is branched back to the point t via the twentieth sub-step 209-20 for resetting the loop counter.
  • a branch is made to a twenty-second sub-step 209-22 to correspondingly modify the control file including a plurality of sub-image files each defining a sub-image of the print image. From the aforementioned twenty-second sub-step 209-22 for changing the control file is then branched back to reset the loop counter to the twentieth sub-step 209-20 and then back to the point t.
  • query steps 209-11 and 209-14 a plurality of further query steps are arranged, which are run through before the point e is reached. Some of these - for reasons of space in the FIG. 3 Not shown - query steps relate to the selection of a variety of carriers, which below based on FIG. 4 will be explained in more detail.
  • the system branches back to the point t at the input of the second step 209 via further processing steps and via the abovementioned sub-step 209-20.
  • a display is made with an input option in the first sub-step 209-1, whereby a user interface can advantageously be used to enable a multiplicity of different inputs.
  • a user interface is described below in connection with the FIG. 4 explained in more detail.
  • FIG. 4 a display structure for the franking machine is shown, which in principle in the DE 42 17 478 A1 has already been described. Starting from an illustration in a first plane, it is possible to downshift to a hierarchically subordinate second level by actuating an actuating means in the input means 2 of the postage meter machine.
  • the display unit 3 of the franking machine has a multiplicity of fields to which operating elements are assigned, the function of these operating elements depending on the representation in the respective field.
  • a face preferably has four fields, which results from the Fig.4i clearly shows.
  • FIGS. 4a to 4l For example, the displays that are rendered by the display unit 3 upon reaching the individual levels and further sub-levels are shown. Starting from each field, in principle, a sub-level can be achieved with a presentation of further options. For example, one in the Figure 4e Sublebene shown are switched, as that from the DE 42 17 478 A1 was proposed. According to the invention, a third display field is provided, that is a listing of a multitude of carriers has related functions.
  • the FIG. 4a shows in the first level preferably a clear representation of the overall stamp image to be printed, as in principle already in DE 42 17 478 A1 had been shown.
  • any number of fields of the stamp image to be printed can be displayed in clear display as required.
  • required settings can be made, for example, to change the stamp image.
  • the input means of the franking machine comprise an actuating means for at least an automatic carrier setting.
  • the customer sets the franking machine on request of a transmission of data of interest (on demand principle).
  • the thirteenth sub-step 209-13 queries whether an input for storing the carrier information has been made. If this is the case, the nineteenth sub-step 209-19 branches to transmit corresponding request data to the data center.
  • the CIN of the carrier information which was stored non-volatile in the postage meter machine, is entered automatically for carrier selection.
  • Each postal carrier is assigned a carrier identification number CIN, a customer-related value, rates for services including postage fee table, if applicable, the minimum validity period of the postage fee table associated with the CIN.
  • the weighting can be defined as maximum for the respectively last set carrier or for the most frequently set carrier. So if another postal carrier has been selected, then corresponding request data must be formed, as in the FIG. 8 has been presented to request the aforementioned carrier-specific data at the data center.
  • the request data are stored non-volatile and are thus available even after a power failure. After the power failure, the last selected or the most frequently selected carrier is automatically set.
  • FIG. 4 shown third level be switched, which in the Figure 4c is shown.
  • This has a first display field for a function for stamp offset.
  • this function it is possible to achieve a total stamp offset of, for example, 20 mm with respect to the letter edge.
  • a further development consists in a listing according to the invention of functions associated with a positioning of the stamp and sub-images. In one of the additional functions, it is possible according to the invention to change the positioning of partial images. This is on a - in the Figure 4k shown - connected sublevel.
  • the in the Figure 4k The inventive sub-level shown has at least a first display field for positioning or selection within a mail carrier service, a second display field for positioning or selection of an advertising cliche, a third display field for positioning or selection of sub-images of a postmark and a fourth display field for positioning or selection of a Carrier logos on.
  • a possibility according to the invention exists in one in the Figure 4l Switch displayed sub-level to make a fine positioning or change the corresponding selected field.
  • the respective stamp image or at least one assigned name for the stamp image is displayed in the respective display field. After switching to the first level of the display structure, the changed overall pixel image can now be displayed again as a clear display ( 4a ).
  • FIG. 4d After the presentation in the Face 2.0 of the second level of the display structure according to FIG. 4b , there exists a fourth display field from which for a first carrier on a display of register values - as in FIG. 4d of the DE 42 17 478 A1 is shown - can be switched. This allows, for example, to display the stock remaining balance that is still available for a franking.
  • the display according to the invention further developed FIG. 4d allows now for a variety of postal carriers (carriers) a carrier-specific representation of register values, which allows a comprehension of the use of the franking machine for different carriers and tasks.
  • FIG. 5 a routine for handling submitted data is shown.
  • This routine shows the incorporation of transmitted partial image data into image data, wherein partial image files and image files are already stored in a control file of the franking machine. It is assumed that even for a change of the place name For the generation of the sub-pixel image on principally existing pixel files of the franking machine can be accessed.
  • the aforementioned routine enables site-specific provision of window data, for example for the postmark, for imprinting on a mail piece by the postage meter machine.
  • the control file of the postage meter machine is supplemented accordingly, which contains the instruction on how and which pixel files for the generation of which partial images for the generation of an overall pixel image are to be included.
  • a routine 900 includes a sub-step 909 for sending request data to the data center.
  • the request data are already entered in step 209-19 ( Figure 8 ) if there is an update requirement.
  • After substep 336, for substep 338 (FIG. Figure 9 ) reaches point q if one of the transactions has not yet ended.
  • the routine 900 for incorporating transmitted field data into image data according to FIG. 5 performs a substep after sub-step 909 to send request data to the data center 910 in order to select a non-volatile memory area in the postage meter, in which the requested data can be buffered later.
  • the selected data center now checks on the basis of its database, which data according to the request in the postage meter still missing and must be transmitted.
  • a substep 911 for receiving and decoding the data packet transmitted by the data center branches off from the aforementioned sub-step 910 to a sub-step 912 in which a first processing of the data takes place.
  • a first processing of the data takes place.
  • at high transmission rates as they allow, for example, ISDN MODEMs, there is first a buffering and possibly a subsequent decompression with packed data.
  • a split storage of data parts can take place, which concern: processing status, data record (header, version information), change data for a control file and for information and sub-image files and possibly pixel files, which are needed to generate a modified sub-pixel image.
  • a sub-step 913 is reached for the start or to set an identifier for the processing status. The latter is necessary in order to conserve the program state non-volatilely even when the program is aborted, for example as a result of an operating voltage interruption, in order to continue the program at this point after the voltage has returned.
  • the information about a control file change is then interpreted, in order subsequently to carry out the necessary changes in sub-step 915 and insert the associated subpicture data.
  • the modification data of the control file relate to the image data and the sub-image data and are entered in the corresponding files and stored non-volatile.
  • query step 916 it is checked whether the execution of the change is completed or whether further changes of the control file still have to be made. If the change is completed, the system branches to sub-step 917 in order to enter the data record. Otherwise, branch back to sub-step 914 to make further changes.
  • subframe data can be checked for integrity in sub-step 918.
  • inquiry step 919 it is then decided whether the integrity of the data is passed to the sub-step 920, or whether in the absence of the integrity of the data, the sub-step 921 is branched.
  • sub-step 921 the processing is reversed and branched to the error message in sub-step 922 to the point w.
  • a non-volatile update of the data is made in sub-step 920, and then the next action or transaction is called and branched to point r, using query steps 335 and 336 in accordance with FIG FIG. 9 is branched to the point q of the corresponding routine. Otherwise, if no next action or transaction is required, branching is made to the point r and, via the inquiry steps 335 and 336, the status indication in the sub-step 310 according to FIG FIG. 9 reached.
  • the routine 900 shown is also suitable for changing another stamp image in accordance with the rules set by a mail carrier.
  • the change occurs automatically when another carrier has been selected whose data needs to be updated in the postage meter.
  • This Case will be according to FIG. 3 detected by queries 209-9 and 209-10 to then form request data, as indicated by the FIG. 8 is explained in more detail.
  • the communication mode 300 is reached, which is based on the FIG. 9 is explained in more detail.
  • each mail carrier has its own tariff structure and fee schedule, which may also need updating. This again serves the special - in the FIG. 3 shown inquiry 209-10 to then form request data, as shown by the FIG. 8 will be explained.
  • the routine 1000 for handling transmitted table data in the postage meter machine shown has a sub-step 1009 for sending request data to the data center. Then, a sub-step 1010 is executed to select a nonvolatile memory area in the postage meter machine in which the requested data can be later cached. After the sub-step 1010, the sub-step 1011 for receiving and decoding the data packet transmitted from the data center branches to a sub-step 1012, in which a start processing status for data processing is set. The first processing of the data is then carried out in sub-step 1013. The caching of the data is advantageous if in several transactions data is transmitted or a transaction must be repeated. After leaving the communication mode 300 is in - in the Fig.
  • Query step 211 has determined that data has been transmitted and then branches to statistics and error evaluation mode 213. In the absence of errors and the validity of the transmitted data, non-volatile storage in the franking machine takes place in the aforementioned evaluation mode.
  • the data record which belongs to a complete postage fee rate of a mail carrier is stored. Such a record includes a header, version information, part table data, and a record end identifier (DEK).
  • a sub-step 1015 is branched when completeness in order to set an end identifier as the processing status. Such identifiers are required in order to continue the program at this point after voltage recovery, even if the program is aborted, for example because of an operating voltage interruption.
  • the next transaction or action is called and thus for the further execution of the in the FIG. 9 branched shown in a later step 213 to store the cached update data non-volatile.
  • sub-step 1262 a comparison of predetermined data areas for the verification of data based on non-volatile stored corresponding predetermined comparison data to determine occurred or entered changes.
  • sub-steps 2092-19, 2093-19 and 2094-19 specific queries are made to form specific request data in associated sub-steps 2095-13 through 2097-13. If the location has been changed, with the country, region, and / or location reentered, sub-step 2092-13 branches to sub-step 2095-13 to form and store request data along with the current date and carrier.
  • sub-step 2093-19 the validity date check associated with each carrier-specific table is checked to then form and store request data together with the current location and carrier.
  • sub-step 2094-19 a new input of a field name is evaluated, with which tables and information are specifically identified, before branching to sub-step 2097-19 to specifically form and store request data. Only if no changes in the queries 2092-19 to 2094-19 are detected is branched directly to point 1.
  • FIG. 9 shows the communication mode for the franking machine, which is required to perform a data transfer, which runs largely automatically by MODEM.
  • a detected transaction request in sub-step 301 of step 300 results in the display of the data and the status in sub-step 332, after which, after initializing the modem and dialing the data center (telephone number) in sub-step 333, branching to a sub-step 334 for establishing the connection to the data center , If an initialization of the modem and selection in sub-step 333 can not be successfully performed, a branch is made back to sub-step 301 via a sub-step 310 for displaying the state.
  • sub-step 338 it is determined whether an error condition has occurred which can be remedied by reconnecting to the data center to branch back to sub-step 334 via q. Sub-step 338 further determines whether an error condition has occurred which is not recoverable to branch back to sub-step 310 via w for status indication. If a transaction has been performed, further transactions may be performed, branching back to sub-step 335 via r. If the connection is still intact, it is checked in sub-step 336 whether all transactions have been carried out or the last transaction has ended, and then branch back to sub-step 301 via sub-step 310. The transaction request flag is reset in sub-step 338 with the last transaction completed.
  • the process branches from the sub-step 301 to the step 211 in order to store and evaluate the selected data transmitted to the postage meter machine.
  • the significance of the transmitted CIN can be automatically classified in a predetermined manner (according to frequency or priority) become.
  • the type of classification can be set.
  • At least one actuator is provided to adjust the type of classification.
  • the automatic reload with data in sub-step 338 includes special handling routines that are used in conjunction with the FIG. 5 were explained in more detail.
  • the method provides on the one hand a site-specific provision of window data for the postmark or of additional functions for the franking machine and on the other hand current information for a permanent and / or temporary configuration of the franking machine by a communication network, the memory with the data blocks retrievable for reloading additional functions and information in the postage meter as well as update data.
  • the processing unit 6 of the franking machine is programmed by control data stored in the memory means 5 and / or 8 of the franking machine for determining a recharge requirement, based on the data supplied in the read / write memory 5 or location and by a Clock / date module 8 of the postage meter predetermined date to form request data.
  • control data for the transmission of data in the storage means 3 and / or 8 of the franking machine are stored by the above-mentioned means of the franking machine and that the processor 6 is programmed, if no mail item with a postage value is to be franked, in the standby mode. Switch operation. The use break or input break is determined in the franking mode and set a standby flag and then branched to the point t.
  • step 211 When passing through the polling steps, step 211 is reached in which the standby flag is detected to branch to the display mode (step 215) via the evaluation mode (step 213).
  • the display mode (step 215) for example, a time can be displayed or any other display with which little power is consumed.
  • step 101 After the start (step 100), an initialization of the postage meter machine takes place in step 101, in which case it is determined whether the balance key has been pressed and thus transferred to the corresponding postal processing system mode.
  • the franking machine now works as slave and the balance as master.
  • step 201 the serial interface to the balance is selected and then a data transfer from the balance is awaited. If data transmission has taken place, a corresponding handshake signal is transmitted to the balance.
  • the scale input data transmitted to the postage meter in step 201 is called.
  • an updatable allocation table realized in the storage means 5 or 8 is called to determine the minimum validity period or the validity period of the tariff table or the service of the last set carrier, which can be compared with the current one be set or stored in the clock / date module 9 non-volatile stored present date.
  • step 201 On the basis of the stored last input data in step 201, the aforementioned monitoring is carried out in order to form request data if necessary. For example, in the clock / date module 8, date data changed by timing is automatically called up, wherein the change is detected in a subsequent query step 209-3.
  • step 201 In another mode of operation is provided to make the input from a PC keyboard 21 accordingly, wherein also said data call in step 201 and the said monitoring and possibly the formation of request data in the input and display routine (in step 209) is performed.
  • the data center will be automatically dialed if the minimum term of validity for the rates stored in the postage meter has been exceeded or if a new mail carrier has been set. If a new post office carrier logo or other characteristic data is to be loaded into the postage meter machine, then they will again be used on the basis of the Figures 5 and 6 explained routines for use.
  • a multiplicity of pixel image files is stored in the character memory CSP 9 of the franking machine in a non-volatile manner and can be used as part of a - in the FIG. 6 shown - data transmission of a data packet supplemented and thus updated by first in the storage means 5 or 8 realized updatable storage areas are described.
  • the control file comprising a plurality of subframes must also be changed thereto by describing second updatable memory areas realized in the memory means 5 or 8.
  • the drawing files can be part of - in the FIG. 5 Data transfer of a partial image file is updated or supplemented. For example, a mail carrier may require the imprint of a numerator in the stamp image.
  • Each pixel image file is one Identification code that provides a defined access to a particular pixel image file in the course of the print image composition, as described in more detail in the European application entitled: Process for producing a printed image, which is printed on a support in a postage meter machine (No. 95 114 057.3) was presented.
  • the positioning of image parts in a franking machine is explained.
  • the insertion of a numerator in the stamp image may be done by reloading, which would result in a longer stamp image than would fit on an adhesive strip or mailpiece. Therefore, a superimposition of the existing fields one to three is first performed with the transmitted fourth field, such that parts of the transmitted field are inverted in those pixels that have the same representation of the pixel (color, gray scale or blank), as the representation of the Pixel of an existing partial image, so that the information remains clearly visible.
  • An inverted blank then gives a black or gray or colored pixel.
  • Each image, in particular a stamp image is composed of sub-images, which can be interleaved arbitrarily.
  • Each drawing file has a fixed starting position within a stamp image.
  • the stamp partial images reserve a space for a cliché type or variable (eg franking value, date numerator, text part, carrier logo). With the aid of the partial images, in principle every cliché or variable can be positioned at any point in the stamp image.
  • the record compilation can be automatic or in conjunction with an automatic or manual Data entry eg when selecting the Manyklischee Scheme expire.
  • a limitation of manual data entry is anchored in the control file. If the control file is changed or supplemented during an automatic data input of the sub-picture data transmitted by a data center, this takes place within the scope defined by the carrier. Otherwise, a storage-specific control file must be completely deleted or overwritten for reasons of space. For this purpose, the information on the control file change is interpreted, which are part of the transmitted data record.
  • stamp image data stamp sub-image data, stereotype type data, character set data, encoded data (compressed data for images, clichés), pixel files or bitmap can be stored in an aforementioned storage means 5, 8, 9.
  • the data are preferably stored mixed or stored in special memory areas.
  • Pixel image files and partial image files are stored in the character memory CSP 9 at least for the mail carrier whose services are most frequently used. If desired, pixel image files stored in storage means 5 or 8 may be accessed.
  • the related records are produced by the pointers. It can be compiled in a universal way print image data due to linked records.
  • the invention is suitable for printing graphic characters and images, eg for a stamp image or for a barcode print or for a cost center accounting list containing symbols, or for letterheads with a logo, etc., in particular also for future carrier.
  • there is a pixel memory 7 which temporarily stores the finished assembled stamp image, which is displayed for clear display on the display unit when setting a first display plane.
  • Each record has a constant length and at least one successor pointer. This points to the next record and thus concatenates the same number of records in any number.
  • the linking of the data sets for stamp sub-images to the stamp image by the pointer represents a description of arrangement, graphics and position of window data, as already described in the European application entitled: Method for producing a printed image which is printed on a support in a postage meter machine (No. 95 114 057.3) has been presented in more detail.
  • the pointer in the data record (partial image file) of the first partial image now points to the second partial image (partial image file) with the "Date field" label. Now it will the memory sub-area 113 and then the predetermined memory area visited.
  • the microprocessor has already provided the current date data, so that now with the extracted from the Speicherersub Scheme 113 associated cliché or font type information from the character memory CSP 9 with compressed character set now the pixel image of a digit or the dot in the date character set corresponding pixel image can be visited.
  • the pointer points to a third drawing file, such as the place name, etc.
  • the stamp subpicture data set compilation for the postmark is now followed by a promotional cliché subpicture data set compilation for the advertising cliché.
  • This processing is for the stamp partial image of the post office carrier logo, if necessary, for the value stamp and for the type of service or shipping method to the last field - in Fig. 7 not shown way - continued.
  • At least one respective last field file of a control file for a carrier-specific stamp image is non-volatile stored in the read / write memory 5 and can be overwritten. This makes it possible to supplement the control file with additional partial image files.
  • composition of the data set can take place automatically or in conjunction with manual data entry, for example when positioning the partial images. Taking advantage of a communication to the data center, the appropriate adapted to current needs pixel image files and sub-image files for new or to be modified control files are transmitted. Within limited areas of the stamp image, at least one parameter of a partial image file can be modified.
  • the data set compilation for the partial images of the advertising clichés, the shipping method, the postmark and the value stamp (for all or only some partial images of a stamp image) at the same time.
  • An additional third pointer P13 for the stamp images can be provided in the data record. It points to the STRING (text) stored in the memory area, which designates or describes this stamp image (eg for a representation in the LCD display in the context of a user interface). For similar purposes, such a text pointer is also provided for all other data records.

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  1. Procédure concernant l'entrée de données dans une machine à affranchir au moyen d'un chargement de données par
    - initiation (101) d'une machine à affranchir,
    - appel de données enregistrées de manière non volatile pour l'entrée des données d'impression dans la machine à affranchir, dans la première étape (201),
    - réalisation d'une routine dans la deuxième étape (209), comprenant des sous-routines pour l'entrée, pour la création de données de demande, pour l'entrée et le contrôle automatiques des données d'impression, ainsi que pour l'affichage,
    - réalisation d'une communication dans la troisième étape (300) avec une centrale de données à distance, en transmettant, compte tenu des données de demande transmises submentionnées, des fichiers graphiques partiels et, le cas échéant, d'autres fichiers de la centrale de données vers la machine à affranchir,
    - réalisation d'une actualisation, y compris d'une sous-routine (915), pour le positionnement automatique de graphiques partiels dans la troisième étape (300), la sous-routine (915) conduisant vers une modification d'un fichier de contrôle.
  2. Procédure suivant revendication 1, caractérisée par le fait
    - que la routine (deuxième étape 209) comprenant des sous-routines pour l'entrée, la création de données de demande, l'entrée automatique de données d'impression et l'affichage, présente une première sous-étape (209-1) pour effectuer des entrées sélectives concernant d'autres transporteurs postaux et le positionnement de graphiques partiels adéquats de tampon, les entrées réalisées de manière sélective dans la première sous-étape (209-1) via des étapes d'appel adéquates étant déterminées et affichées dans la deuxième sous-étape (209-2) et, dans une dix-neuvième sous-étape (209-19) concernant la routine submentionnée (209), les données de demande étant créées pour des articles non disponibles ou modifiés, en liaison avec la conception de fonctions concernant le réglage de clichées, d'impressions au choix ou de transport postal de la machine à affranchir, y compris le contrôle des données (sous-étapes 209-16, 209-17, 209-18), les différentes fonctions étant appelées via les moyens de commande des dispositifs d'entrée (2) dans la première sous-étape (209-1) et étant déterminées dans les étapes d'interrogation (209-7, 209-9, 209-11) ou, en rapport avec la première étape (201), des données appelées du module horloge/date (8), mais modifiées compte tenu de l'écoulement du temps, la modification étant déterminée par le microprocesseur (6) dans la troisième sous-étape (209-3) et
    - que, dans la deuxième étape submentionnée (209), une sous-routine pour le positionnement de graphiques partiels (sous-étape 209-22) est prévue, afin de modifier, compte tenu de l'activation de moyens de commande sélectionnés, le fichier de contrôle submentionné, en vérifiant si les données de modification produites pendant le positionnement dans la quinzième sous-étape (209-15) se trouvent dans la zone autorisée, des données de modification admises étant déterminées dans la vingt-et-uneième sous-étape (209-21) conduisant vers une modification d'un fichier de contrôle dans la vingt-deuxième sous-étape (209-22), la modification étant affichée sous forme d'une présentation en clair modifiée de la prévisualisation de l'impression au moyen d'une deuxième sous-routine (209-2).
  3. Procédure suivant les revendications 1 à 2 caractérisée par le fait que les fichiers graphiques partiels transmis se voient attribués un numéro d'identification de transporteur (CIN) correspondant au transporteur postal choisi et qu'ils sont enregistrés de manière non volatile dans la machine à affranchir, afin de produire des images spécifiques d'impression à la sélection d'un transporteur postal prédéfini ou d'un CIN ou en cas de modification d'un matériel d'impression prédéfini, et
    que les fichiers graphiques partiels, fichiers graphiques pixel et les données de modification entrées manuellement soient disponibles dans des zones de mémoire non volatiles de dispositifs d'enregistrement d'écriture/lecture (5 et/ou 8).
  4. Disposition concernant l'entrée de données dans une machine à affranchir, avec des dispositifs d'entrée et de sortie reliés à un système de processeur,
    a) les dispositifs d'entrée (2) présentant des moyens de commande, afin de régler la machine à affranchir sur un autre transporteur postal,
    b) les dispositifs d'entrée (2) présentant des moyens de commande pour le réglage spécifique d'un nouveau transporteur postal,
    c) un système de processeur contenant un microprocesseur (6) qui est programmé avec une routine,
    c1) afin de charger les données du nouveau transporteur postal sélectionné par des routines automatiques (900, 1000) en fonction du mode de communication (300) et pour traiter un fichier de contrôle spécifique, afin de produire une modification dans le graphique et
    c2) qui, via des moyens de commande, est programmé avec une routine pour le positionnement de graphiques partiels, les données de modification produites pendant le positionnement étant enregistrées de manière non volatile et attribuées au transporteur postal ou à un numéro d'identification de transporteur (CIN) et le fichier de contrôle comprenant un grand nombre de fichiers graphiques partiels.
  5. Disposition suivant la revendication 4, caractérisée par le fait,
    que, dans des zones de mémoire non volatiles des dispositifs d'enregistrement (5 et 8) de la machine à affranchir, les fichiers graphiques partiels, données de modification et données de réglage transmis et attribués au numéro d'identification de transporteur (CIN) du transporteur postal sélectionné, sont à disposition en mémoire et
    que, dans la mémoire des caractères (9) de la machine à affranchir, les fichiers graphiques partiels non modifiables attribués au numéro d'identification de transporteur (CIN) du transporteur sélectionné, soient à disposition en mémoire.
  6. Disposition suivant les revendications 4 à 5, caractérisée par le fait,
    que le dispositif d'entrée (2) présente un moyen de commande pour l'entrée d'un ordre concernant l'appel d'une publicité ou d'une information (Carrier-INFO) déjà transmise à l'occasion d'une communication précédente.
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