JP2004201335A - Compound facsimile machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve operability of compound facsimile machine by making possible the immediate implementation of a copy operation in interruption for copying when outputting a memory received original and outputting a management report. <P>SOLUTION: When an interrupt command is inputted during a memory original output operation for outputting the memory received original and during a management report output operation, a system control part 6 stops a recording operation for memory original outputting and management report outputting due to a plotter part 9 and controls the plotter part 9 to make possible a recording operation for copying-out. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2004,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to a composite facsimile apparatus, and more particularly to a composite facsimile apparatus having a copy function in addition to a facsimile function.

  2. Description of the Related Art There is known a conventional facsimile apparatus in which an operation being currently executed is interrupted so that another operation can be executed. As such a facsimile apparatus, for example, when an interrupt is issued during a facsimile transmission operation, the facsimile transmission in operation is interrupted and transmitted again to a destination designated in an interruption mode (for example, see Patent Document 1). 1), a memory input of a facsimile reception original is prioritized over a memory transmission (for example, see Patent Document 2). In order to improve the operability of processing and the like (for example, see Patent Document 3), when an interrupt command for performing another new command is input, the processing is given priority, and at the same time as the end, the processing before the request is performed. A device capable of returning (for example, see Patent Document 4) is known.

In addition, there are devices that perform the following interrupt processing.
(1) If a plurality of destinations are specified for the image information already stored in the memory, the transmission is temporarily interrupted when the transmission to a certain destination ends in response to the interruption of the next transmission original. Then, an interrupt document is accepted, and the transmission process is restarted according to the priority of communication (for example, see Patent Document 5).
(2) A transmission priority mode is set by a mode setting switch provided in the operation unit, and automatic reception is inhibited and transmission operation data is held at any timing, thereby giving priority to transmission operation and transmission operation. (See, for example, Patent Document 6).
(3) The facsimile apparatus is provided with an interrupt mode and a hold mode, so that a waste time such as a waiting time is eliminated and an urgent document or the like is sent preferentially (for example, see Patent Document 7).
(4) Any one of the interrupt mode, the standby mode, and the reject mode can be freely selected by the transport mode selecting means, so that when the copying process by the copying machine is not in a hurry, the interrupt mode is set to execute the printer process. The priority is given (for example, see Patent Document 8).
(5) In a multifunction device having a printer function and a copy function, when a multifunction mode (a function of transporting and copying a document created by a printer onto a document of the copier and copying) is specified during execution of the single mode. In addition, the execution of the composite mode is delayed until the processing of the single mode is completed (for example, see Patent Document 9).
(6) A function of counting the number of times of use of each function, detecting a function having the highest use frequency of each function determined based on the count value, and setting an initial mode so that the function can be executed (for example, , Patent Document 10).

On the other hand, as a method for re-executing the interrupted processing of transmitted / received image information or the like after the interrupt processing is ended, the following method is known.
(7) When the priority print instructing means is turned on and a transmission operation is performed, a consultation is made between the transmitting and receiving facsimile apparatuses as to whether transmission / reception by priority printing is possible or not. When it is determined that transmission and reception by priority printing are possible by this meeting, the printer control unit of the facsimile apparatus records and outputs the received image information earlier than the image information received earlier (for example, see Patent Document 11).
(8) If an original input interrupt occurs during the memory transmission, the memory transmission is interrupted, the memory input is executed, and the reception state of the line is maintained. For example, a dummy that does not become an image (including a white background) By transmitting data, a memory input is performed without being aware of the memory transmission when the memory is input (for example, see Patent Document 12).
(9) Data indicating the destination of the transmission original is stored, and when an interruption occurs during transmission, transmission of the original being transmitted is interrupted to transmit the priority transmission original, and transmission is interrupted after transmission of the priority transmission original In transmitting the remaining portion of a document, destination information of the document is read from a storage unit and sent to a line (for example, see Patent Document 13).
JP-A-4-13368 JP-A-4-8056 JP-A-2-235076 JP-A-1-292966 JP-A-4-134965 JP-A-2-65559 JP-A-62-209972 JP-A-4-276767 JP-A-4-335661 JP-A-4-159848 JP-A-4-315368 JP-A-4-8056 JP-A-62-281569

  However, in these conventional composite facsimile apparatuses, facsimile transmission / reception is prioritized, so that the use range is limited as compared with a copy-only machine, and there is a problem in use. That is, since there is only one means for reading, writing, and communicating information, the operability is inferior when trying to perform several operations simultaneously. For example, even if a user attempts to perform a copy operation during facsimile reception, the user must wait for the end of the reception or forcibly stop the reception once. Another problem is that copying cannot be performed while a memory document or a management report is being output. Furthermore, if there is facsimile reception, automatic output of a memory document, or automatic output of a management report during the copy operation, the copy operation is interrupted.

  Further, in the inventions described in Patent Documents 5 to 7 described above, interrupt processing in facsimile communication is performed. In the inventions described in Patent Documents 8 and 9, only the copying function and the printer function are used. Since it is an interrupt process in a multifunction peripheral having the function, it cannot be applied to an interrupt process in a recent complex facsimile machine.

  That is, in recent complex facsimile apparatuses, in addition to the facsimile communication function, the copy function has been improved to the level of a single copier, and a printer function has been added.

  However, even in the case of a multifunction device, there is only one resource (device) for reading, writing, and communication, and when it is desired to perform several operations at the same time, or when resource conflicts between different files occur. Will occur.

  Specifically, if there are multiple intercept files and you want to use a multi-function facsimile machine as a printer while outputting the files, the use of writing resources will not start until all the intercept files have been output. It becomes possible, and it can be used as a printer.

  Therefore, it is necessary to wait for the output of all the intercept files even though the user wants to use the printer immediately. In addition, even when the user wants to use the composite facsimile machine exclusively as a copy machine and a reception-only machine, the user can use it with caution and cannot set the facsimile machine as such.

  In Patent Literature 10, the number of times of use of each function is counted, the function that is most frequently used for each function determined based on the count value is detected, and an initial mode is set so that this function can be executed. However, this is intended to automatically set the initial mode that is most accessible to the user, and is not intended to improve the interrupt processing of the composite facsimile.

  Further, in the invention described in Patent Document 11, although image information of a file that has been interrupted halfway is received, only facsimile reception with priority at the time of interruption during facsimile reception is performed. It cannot be applied to devices. Further, when the image information output during the immediate reception or the image information output during the alternate reception is interrupted by an interrupt, there is no means for determining which file the next re-output file may be output from. Problem has occurred.

  That is, consider a case where there are two types of files, a proxy reception file A of five pages and a proxy reception file B of seven pages, and an interrupt occurs while the file A is outputting three pages. In this case, if the interrupt operation (for example, copying) is completed and the resources of the writing system are released, the interception file is output.

  The file A starts outputting once and then starts outputting from the next file B. In this case, seven pages of the file B are output on the three pages of the file A previously output, and the remaining two pages of the file A are output thereon, and the order of the files is lost due to the interruption. I will.

  Also, in the inventions described in Patent Documents 12 and 13, although image information of a file interrupted halfway is transmitted, only facsimile transmission with priority at the time of interruption during facsimile transmission is performed. It cannot be applied to a complex facsimile machine.

  Therefore, the present invention is to improve the operability by enabling the copying operation to be executed immediately without interrupting the facsimile receiving operation when an interruption is made for copying at the time of immediate reception. The purpose is.

  The present invention is to improve the operability of a multi-function facsimile apparatus by enabling the copying operation to be executed immediately when an interruption is made to copy at the time of outputting a memory reception original and outputting a management report. The purpose is.

  An object of the present invention is to improve operability by setting facsimile reception even during interruption by setting all incoming calls during interruption operation to memory reception.

  SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is an object of the present invention to prevent interruption of an interruption operation and improve operability by prohibiting automatic output of a memory document or a management report during interruption.

  SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to make it possible to change an operation range in which an interrupt can be made and to improve operability as desired by a user.

  SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to provide a highly usable composite facsimile apparatus which can maintain the order of files by first outputting a file interrupted by an interrupt when the apparatus is opened.

  The present invention prints a mark on a part of the first page of the re-outputted file after the end of the interrupt processing, so that the user can easily recognize that the file is interrupted by the interrupt, and the recorded and output file is output. It is an object of the present invention to provide a composite facsimile apparatus capable of distinguishing it from other files such as copy paper, associating it with a previously output page, and preventing loss of files. .

  According to the present invention, the output file interrupted halfway by the interruption is always re-output from the top of the page, so that the order of the files can be reliably maintained and the file can be completely prevented from being lost. It is intended to provide a facsimile machine.

  According to the present invention, when the interrupt processing is completed, the immediate transmission is restarted based on the file information interrupted halfway by the interrupt, so that the interrupt at the time of the immediate transmission and its return can be easily performed. It is an object of the present invention to provide a composite facsimile apparatus capable of improving operability at the time.

  According to the present invention, when the interruption process is completed, the accumulation of the image information is resumed based on the file information interrupted halfway by the interruption, so that the interruption at the time of the accumulation of the image information and the return thereof can be easily performed. It is an object of the present invention to provide a composite facsimile apparatus capable of improving operability at the time of memory transmission.

  The present invention prohibits the use of a device that executes each function so as to prohibit execution of at least one or more of the facsimile communication function, the copy function, and the printer function, thereby giving priority to a file that uses a function to be executed. It is an object of the present invention to provide a multi-function facsimile apparatus capable of allocating and executing an apparatus and occupying a use function.

  SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is an object of the present invention to provide a composite facsimile apparatus capable of notifying a user of a transmission status by displaying contents whose execution is prohibited.

  According to the present invention, when a file of a function whose execution is prohibited is executed, the execution prohibition is automatically released when the execution is completed, so that even when the user has forgotten to release the execution prohibition setting, the function is automatically performed. It is an object of the present invention to provide a highly usable composite facsimile apparatus which can cope with automatic reception or the like which operates unattended by canceling the execution prohibition.

  According to the present invention, the execution prohibition is reset every time an executable file is executed by automatically canceling the execution prohibition setting if no usable function is executed during a predetermined interval. It is an object of the present invention to provide a high-complex facsimile apparatus capable of continuously executing a plurality of files by eliminating the need.

  According to the present invention, the setting and cancellation of the execution prohibition are set according to the day of the week and the time zone, so that the setting can be automatically switched even when the administrator is absent. It is an object of the present invention to provide a composite facsimile apparatus that can occupy a use function.

  In order to solve the above-described problems, the invention according to claim 1 includes an immediate reception that records and outputs a received document while receiving a facsimile, and a memory reception that stores the received document before recording and outputs and holds the received document at least until reception is completed. In a composite facsimile machine having a facsimile communication function, a copy function, and a report output function for recording and outputting a management report necessary for device management, at the time of facsimile reception output, copy output, and management report output A recording output unit used for each recording operation, an interruption instruction input unit capable of inputting an interruption instruction for interrupting an apparatus operation currently being executed, and a control unit for controlling the operation of the recording output unit. During the output operation of the memory original for outputting the memory reception original and the output operation of the management report. When only the command is input, the control unit stops the recording operation for outputting the memory document and the management report by the recording output unit, and controls the recording output unit so that the recording operation for copy output is enabled. It is characterized by controlling.

  With this configuration, when an interrupt command is input during the memory document output operation and the management report output operation, the recording operation for outputting the memory document and the management report by the recording output unit is stopped. Therefore, even during the output of the memory document and the output of the management report, the recording operation for the copy output can be immediately performed.

  According to a second aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for real-time reception in which a received document is recorded and output while receiving a facsimile, and a memory reception in which the received document is stored before recording and output and held at least until reception is completed. In a compound facsimile machine having a facsimile communication function, a copy function, and a report output function for recording and outputting a management report necessary for device management, an interrupt command for interrupting the currently running device operation is provided. Interrupt command input means capable of inputting, control means for controlling a recording operation to automatically output a memory reception document and a management report, and an interrupt command input to the interrupt command input means being released And an interrupt command release detecting means for detecting the interrupt command, wherein the control means interrupts the interrupt command input means. From when the command is entered until the interrupt command is canceled by an interrupt command cancel detection means is characterized in prohibiting the output of the memory document and management reports.

  With this configuration, the output of the memory document and the management report is always prohibited from when the interrupt command is input to the interrupt command input unit until the interrupt command is released by the interrupt command release detection unit. Therefore, the interruption operation is prevented from being interrupted by the automatic output of the memory document and the management report.

  According to a third aspect of the present invention, in order to solve the above-mentioned problem, in a composite facsimile apparatus having a facsimile communication function and a copy function, it is possible to input an interrupt command for interrupting a currently executed apparatus operation. Interrupt command input means, operation detection means for detecting the type of operation currently being executed, interrupt range setting means for setting an operation range in which an interrupt can be made from executable device operations, Only when an interrupt command is input during execution of the operation set by the range setting means, the interrupt permitting means for permitting an interrupt operation corresponding to the interrupt command and the operation range set by the interrupt range setting means are changed. And an interrupt range changing means for performing the operation.

  With this configuration, only when an interrupt command is input during execution of the operation set by the interrupt range setting means, an interrupt operation corresponding to the interrupt command is permitted, and the setting of the interrupt range is changed when the interrupt range is changed. It can be changed by means. Therefore, it becomes possible for the user to arbitrarily set the operation range in which the interruption is permitted according to the priority or the like.

  According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a memory receiving apparatus for storing received image information before recording and outputting and storing the received image information at least until the reception is completed, and receiving image information from a partner facsimile apparatus while receiving the image information. In a composite facsimile machine having a facsimile transmission function capable of recording and outputting image information and a copy function of recording and outputting image information of a document read by a reading unit, a facsimile receiving image information is output and copied. A recording output unit used for both recording operations at the time of output, an interruption unit for interrupting a device operation currently being executed, and an output or an immediate reception of image information being received in a memory based on an output signal of the interruption unit. Control means for controlling the output of the image information in the memory to be temporarily interrupted and accumulated in the memory, and the interruption of the receiving operation by the interruption Storage means for storing the file after the interruption, copy output start means for controlling the record output means to start a copy output operation when it is detected that the record output means has been opened, and A copy end monitoring unit for monitoring that the copy output operation by the start unit has been completed, and, based on an output signal of the copy end monitoring unit, when the copy output operation is completed and the recording output unit becomes usable. File search means for searching the storage means for a file waiting for an empty space in the recording and output means with the image information of the file interrupted immediately after the interruption, and interrupted immediately after the interruption based on the search result of the search means. Executing means for reading out the image information of the file from the memory and outputting it first.

  With this configuration, when the interrupt processing is completed and the device is opened, the file interrupted by the interrupt is searched and output first. Therefore, for example, during the alternate reception of the 5th page of the A file and the 7th page of the B file, interruption processing such as copying is performed in a state where the third page of the A file is recorded and output, and when the interruption processing is completed, After recording and outputting from the fourth page of the recorded and output A file, page 7 of the B file is output. As a result, the order of the files is maintained, and the usability of the composite facsimile apparatus is improved.

  According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, in order to solve the above-mentioned problems, in the fourth aspect of the present invention, the reading means for reading a few lines of the first page of the file output by the execution means, and the reading means for reading the lines. Data insertion means for inserting arbitrary data into a part of the line, wherein the recording output means prints a mark on a part of the first page output by the execution means based on the output information of the data insertion means. It is characterized by having.

  With this configuration, a mark is printed on a part of the first page of the file re-output after the end of the interrupt processing. Therefore, it is easily recognized that the file has been interrupted by the interruption, and the file is distinguished from another file such as recorded copy paper, and is associated with the previously output page. That is, if the output of the image information being received immediately or the output of the image information being received on behalf of the user is interrupted due to the interruption, it is not known whether the file is completed. For example, if you come to retrieve a file that was output during copying by an interrupt, you may bring back the file or make it difficult to distinguish it from the copy even though all pages of the received file have not been output. By printing a mark on a part of the first page of the re-outputted file after the process is completed, such a problem does not occur and the file can be prevented from being lost.

  According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, in order to solve the above-mentioned problem, in the fourth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a counting means for counting the number of pages of image information received in memory for each page, and the execution means comprises: When the interruption is completed, the count of the counting means is set to 1, and the received image information stored in the memory is output again from the first page.

  With this configuration, re-output of the output file interrupted halfway by the interruption is always performed from the top of the page. Therefore, the order of the files is reliably maintained, and the files are not lost.

  According to a seventh aspect of the present invention, there is provided a composite facsimile apparatus according to the fourth aspect, wherein a facsimile communication function of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the fourth aspect further includes an immediate transmission function of transmitting image data while reading original image information. A first storage unit for storing the file information for which the immediate transmission operation has been interrupted by the interruption, and when it is detected that the device constituting the reading unit has been opened, the reading unit is controlled to start the copy output operation. A first copy output start unit, a first copy end monitoring unit that monitors completion of the copy output operation by the first copy output start unit, and a remaining copy of the file in which the interrupt is released and the immediate transmission operation is interrupted. Reading means for first reading information of the transmission file from the first storage means when a document is set; The original set in the file information read by the stage, is characterized by comprising transmission means for controlling so as to immediately send subsequent to image information that has been immediately previously transmitted, the.

  With this configuration, when the interrupt processing ends, the immediate transmission is restarted based on the file information interrupted halfway by the interrupt. Therefore, the immediate transmission is temporarily interrupted by the interruption, and after the interruption processing such as copying is performed, when the immediate transmission is started again, the other party's telephone number is re-entered or a new call is made. A situation in which the number of pages printed in the TTI starts from the first page and the receiving side cannot determine that it is a continuation of the previous transmission does not occur. As a result, the interrupt at the time of immediate transmission and its return are easily performed, and the operability at the time of immediate transmission is improved.

  According to an eighth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a facsimile communication function in the multi-function facsimile apparatus according to the fourth aspect, wherein the image information of the document is stored in a memory while reading the image information, and is held at least until the end of transmission. Is added, the second storage means for storing the file information whose memory storage has been interrupted by the interrupt, the second storage means for storing the file information whose memory storage operation has been interrupted by the interrupt, and the reading unit The second copy output starting means for controlling the reading unit to start the copy output operation when it is detected that the apparatus constituting the device has been opened, and the copy output operation by the second copy output start means has been completed. The second copy end monitoring means for monitoring that the interrupt has been released and the memory storage operation has been interrupted When the remaining originals of the file are set, the second reading means for reading the information of the file from the second storage means, and the original set based on the file information read by the second reading means is stored first. And a storage unit for storing the image information in a memory following the image information.

  With this configuration, when the interruption processing is completed, the accumulation of the image information is restarted based on the file information interrupted halfway by the interruption. Therefore, the interruption at the time of accumulation and its return are easily performed, and the operability at the time of memory transmission is improved.

  According to a ninth aspect of the present invention, in order to solve the above-mentioned problem, a transmission / reception memory for storing transmission / reception image information before recording / outputting or before transmission and holding the transmission / reception image information at least until transmission end or reception end, and an image from a partner facsimile apparatus. A facsimile transmission function that performs immediate reception, which records and outputs a received original while receiving information, and an immediate transmission, which transmits while reading image information of the original, a copy function that records and outputs image information of the original read by a reading unit, and a host. In a multifunction facsimile machine having a printer function driven based on a signal from a computer, an execution prohibition setting for prohibiting use of a device that executes each function so as to prohibit execution of at least one of the above functions Means for receiving a command signal to execute any one of the above functions. Monitoring means for monitoring a device corresponding to the function, determining means for determining whether or not the device monitored by the monitoring means is usable based on an output signal of the monitoring means and an output signal of the execution prohibition setting means, It is characterized by having.

  With this configuration, the use of a device (resource) that executes each function to prohibit execution of at least one of the facsimile communication function, the copy function, and the printer function is prohibited. Therefore, a device using a function to be executed is preferentially assigned to a device and executed, and the function of using the multifunction facsimile device is restricted, and the device becomes a dedicated device for a specific file. As a result, there is no need to wait until the execution of another file is completed, the file is immediately executed, and the usability of the composite facsimile apparatus is improved.

  According to a tenth aspect of the present invention, in order to solve the above-mentioned problem, in the invention of the ninth aspect, a means for reading the content set by the execution prohibition setting means and a content read by the reading means are displayed. And display means for performing the operation.

  With this configuration, the content of which the execution is prohibited is displayed, so that the user is notified of the state of the device and can easily be notified of the cause of the disabled device not operating.

  According to an eleventh aspect of the present invention, in order to solve the above-mentioned problems, in the invention of the ninth aspect, a monitoring means for monitoring a function in a state inhibited by the execution inhibition setting means, and an output signal of the monitoring means Execution / end monitoring means for monitoring that an executable function has been executed and that the execution has been completed, and execution of the executable function has been terminated based on an output signal from the execution / end monitoring means. Release means for releasing the setting of the execution prohibition means when it is performed.

  With this configuration, when a file other than the function whose execution is prohibited is executed, the execution prohibition is automatically released when the execution is completed. Therefore, even when the user has forgotten to cancel the execution prohibition setting, the function to be executed is executed, and then the execution prohibition is automatically canceled. For this reason, for example, a situation in which automatic reception or the like that operates unattended without canceling the execution prohibition while prohibiting execution of a file other than the printer for use as a printer does not occur does not occur. As a result, the usability of the composite facsimile apparatus is further improved.

  According to a twelfth aspect of the present invention, in order to solve the above problem, in the ninth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a monitoring means for monitoring a function in a state inhibited by the execution inhibition setting means, and an output signal of the monitoring means. Execution monitoring means for monitoring whether or not an executable function has been executed, measurement means for measuring a time during which the executable function is not executed based on an output signal of the execution monitoring means, and measurement of the measurement means. Overtime canceling means for canceling the setting of the execution prohibition setting means based on the information after a predetermined time has elapsed.

  With this configuration, the execution prohibition setting is automatically canceled if no usable function is executed during a certain interval. Therefore, it is not necessary to reset execution prohibition each time an executable file is executed, and if a file that is not prohibited is executed for a certain period of time, a plurality of files can be executed continuously. .

  According to a thirteenth aspect of the present invention, in order to solve the above-mentioned problem, in the invention of the twelfth aspect, a first operating means for operating the execution prohibition setting means according to a specific day of the week and a time zone; A second actuation means for activating a function other than the function set by the prohibition setting means in accordance with a time zone, and, when a specific day of the week and a time zone are reached, the first operation means and the second operation means are changed to the specific day of the week and And control means for performing a switching operation in accordance with a time zone.

  With this configuration, the setting and cancellation of the execution prohibition are set according to the day of the week and the time zone. Therefore, for example, if you want to prohibit use other than reception on holidays or after work, you do not need to set the execution prohibition during the corresponding day of the week each time, and automatically set it even when the administrator is absent. Is switched, and the use function is automatically occupied according to the day of the week and the time zone.

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, the copying operation can be performed immediately by the interrupt command even during the operation of outputting the received document or the management report, so that the efficiency of the work of the user can be improved.

  According to the second aspect of the present invention, the automatic reception of the memory reception original or the management report is always prohibited during the period from when the interrupt command is input to when the interrupt command is released, so that the copy operation during the interrupt is interrupted. Can be prevented.

  According to the third aspect of the present invention, the user can arbitrarily set the operation setting of the interrupt key according to the degree of importance. For example, during immediate reception, the function of the interrupt key is prohibited to immediately confirm the received document. Work efficiency can be improved.

  According to the fourth aspect of the invention, the order of the files can be maintained, and the usability of the composite facsimile apparatus can be improved.

  According to the fifth aspect of the present invention, it is easy to recognize that the file is interrupted due to the interruption, and it is possible to distinguish the file from other files such as recorded copy paper and output the file earlier. Can be associated with a page. As a result, missing files can be prevented.

  According to the invention of claim 6, it is possible to reliably maintain the order of the files and completely prevent the files from being lost.

  According to the seventh aspect of the present invention, the interruption at the time of immediate transmission and its return can be easily performed, and the operability at the time of immediate transmission can be improved.

  According to the eighth aspect of the present invention, the interruption at the time of storing the image information and its return can be easily performed, and the operability at the time of transmitting the memory can be improved.

  According to the ninth aspect of the present invention, it is possible to preferentially assign a device to a file using a function to be executed and to execute the file, thereby occupying a use function of the composite facsimile machine.

  According to the tenth aspect, it is possible to notify the user of the transmission status.

  According to the eleventh aspect of the present invention, even when forgetting to cancel the execution prohibition setting, the execution prohibition is automatically canceled, so that it is possible to cope with automatic reception or the like that operates unattended. Can be improved.

  According to the twelfth aspect, it is not necessary to reset execution prohibition every time an executable file is executed, and a plurality of files can be continuously executed.

  According to the thirteenth aspect, the setting can be automatically switched even when the manager is absent, and the use function can be automatically occupied according to the day of the week and the time zone.

  Hereinafter, the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

  FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing one embodiment of a composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention.

  First, the configuration will be described.

  In FIG. 1, reference numeral 1 denotes a DCR (image information compression / reproduction device), 2 denotes an SAF (image information storage memory), 3 denotes a system memory for storing system management data, 4 denotes an input unit such as a numeric keypad, a start key, and an interrupt key. And an operation / display unit having a liquid crystal display unit and the like, 5 is a pattern generator for converting a character code into a pattern, 6 is a system control unit for controlling the entire system, 7 is a line buffer memory of a data transfer memory, and 8 is a transmission original. And a scanner unit for reading a copy original, 8a an ADF (automatic original feeder) having an original width detection sensor, 9 a plotter unit for printing on recording paper, 9a a paper feeding unit for setting recording paper, and 10 a CCU ( Communication control device), 10a is a modem (modulation / demodulation device), 10b is iNCU (ISDN network control device).

  Here, an example in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1 receives the facsimile while recording and outputting the received original by the plotter unit 9 and stores the received data by the SAF 2 before the recording and output and at least until the reception is completed. It has a facsimile communication function capable of receiving stored memory and a copy function.

  The plotter unit 9 constitutes a recording output unit, and is used for both facsimile reception output and copy output recording operations.

  The system control section 6 constitutes an immediate reception detecting means and detects an immediate reception operation. The operation / display unit 4 constitutes an interrupt command input unit, and inputs an interrupt command for interrupting the operation of the apparatus currently being executed. Further, the system control unit 6 also serves as control means, controls switching between the immediate reception operation and the memory reception operation, and controls the operation of the plotter unit 9. Then, when an interrupt command is input during the immediate reception operation, the system control unit 6 switches from the immediate reception operation to the memory reception operation, stops the recording operation for immediate reception output by the plotter unit 9, and performs copying. The plotter unit 9 is controlled so that an output recording operation can be performed.

Next, the operation will be described with reference to FIGS. Note that S _{1 to} S _{32 in} FIGS. 6 to 9 represent each step of the flowchart.

First, the operator presses the copy key of S ₁ by the operation display unit 4 of FIG. 6 in order to perform the copy. At this time, the _{S 2} resources in FIG. 2 (a scanner unit 8, the plotter unit 9, CCU 10, DCR1, etc.) to check the list. In this resource list, each resource is assigned bit by bit, and is stored in the system memory 3 as 1: (there is a resource) and 0: (there is no resource). In the copy operation, the scanner unit 8 and the plotter unit 9 are checked.

In S _3, or need what resources in any mode of operation is stored as a table (table) in system memory 3, the content of the table is as shown in FIG. 4, for example. In S _4, which outputs an error message on the display unit 4 to be able use the resources to if needed (e.g., S ₅ "is in use plotter", etc.).

Then, the routine goes to S _6, the operator presses the interrupt key of the operation unit 4. In S _7, If it can not plotter unit 9 immediately receives operates is used to notify that an interrupt request to the system control unit 6 that controls the immediate reception.

If the system control unit 6 receives the interrupt request, the plotter system in S ₁₁ (plotter 9, the sheet feeding unit 9a) stops the operation control. FIG. 3 shows the flow of this image information. That is, the facsimile control unit controls the flow of the received image information from the line buffer memory 7 to the SAF 2 by the interruption.

When the data flow is changed, the plotter bit in the resource list in the system memory 3 is set to "1". Thus plotter unit 9 of the resource shifts to S ₁₂ is released, the reception is a memory receiving state S _13.

In this embodiment as described above, by changing the immediate reception in the memory received by the interrupt key, without aborting reception, there is no need to wait until the facsimile reception is completed since the copy operation is possible in S ₃₁ Therefore, the efficiency of the work of the user can be improved.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus of FIG. 1 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  The composite facsimile apparatus of the present embodiment has a facsimile communication function capable of real-time reception for recording and outputting a received original while receiving a facsimile, and memory reception for storing the received original before recording and outputting and holding the received original at least until the end of reception. This is a device having a copy function and a report output function for recording and outputting a management report necessary for device management.

  The plotter unit 9 constitutes a recording output unit, and is used for each recording operation at the time of facsimile reception output, copy output, and management report output.

  The operation / display unit 4 constitutes an interrupt command input unit, and can input an interrupt command for interrupting the operation of the apparatus currently being executed.

  The system control section 6 constitutes control means and controls the operation of the recording output means. When an interrupt command is input during a memory document output operation for outputting a memory reception document and during a management report output operation, the system control unit 6 controls the plotter unit 9 to perform a memory document output and a management report output recording operation. The plotter unit 9 is stopped so that the recording operation for copy output can be performed.

  In the embodiment according to the present invention, copying during reception is enabled. However, realization of copying during output of a memory document or output of a report will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 9.

Above embodiments as well, the operator is first S ₁ checks resource list of FIG. 2 in this case S ₂ by pressing the copy key of the operation unit / display unit 4 in order to perform the copy. Turning to S _3, the resource list assigns each resource to each bit is stored in the system memory 3. Checking S ₄ the scanner unit 8 and a plotter unit 9 is performed. If the necessary resources cannot be used, an error message is output to the display unit 4. The operator at S ₆ presses the interrupt key of the operation unit 4.

If the output of the memory document and the output of the management report are activated in S ₈ and S ₉ and the plotter unit 9 cannot be used, an interrupt request is issued to the system control unit 6 that controls the output of the memory document and the output of the management report. Notify that. If the facsimile control unit 6 in S ₂₁ received an interrupt request, the output of the memory the document and ends interrupted output control report output. After copying the at S _31, in S _32, the plotter unit 9 which has been used is released resource list (Figure 2) is set to Enabled "1".

By interrupting the way memory document output and control report output by the interrupt key in the present embodiment as described above, it is possible to copy immediately in S _31. The output was interrupted midway in S _21, it is possible to improve the efficiency of the user work for performing re-output from the page was interrupted.

  Next, an example in which the facsimile apparatus of FIG. 1 is a composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  The composite facsimile apparatus of this example has a facsimile communication function capable of real-time reception for recording and outputting a received document while receiving a facsimile, and memory reception for storing the received document before recording and outputting and holding the received document at least until reception is completed. In addition, the device has a copy function.

  The operation / display unit 4 constitutes an interrupt command input unit, and can input an interrupt command for interrupting the operation of the apparatus currently being executed.

  The system control unit 6 constitutes a control unit and controls switching between an immediate reception operation and a memory reception operation. Further, the system control unit 6 constitutes an interrupt command release detecting means, and detects that the interrupt command input to the operation / display unit 4 has been released.

  The system control unit 6 always sets the receiving operation to the memory receiving operation when there is an incoming call from when the interrupt command is input to when the cancellation of the interrupt command is detected.

The operation of this example will be described with reference to FIGS. Note that P _{1 to} P ₇ in FIG. 10 represent each step of the flowchart.

When the interrupt key of the operation unit 4 is pressed, the fact that the interrupt key is pressed is stored in the system memory 3. INCU10b in P ₁ and notifies the system control unit 6 through CCU10 Upon detection of an incoming call. The system control unit in P ₂ 6 reads data stored the interrupt state from the system memory 3. In P _3, the contents of which registers the received if the interrupt memory receiving, as an immediate reception if not during interrupt. If registered, the required resources are checked from the required resource registration table of FIG. CCU10 + DCR1 is required for memory reception, and CCU10 + DCR1 + plotter unit 9 is required for immediate reception. The necessary resources are removed from the resource list of FIG. 2 (bits are set to “0”).

In P _3, it becomes memory reception at _{P 4} if if the interrupt is stored from the first page to the _{P 5} in SAF2. At this time, even if the copy operation is completed and the copy start is pressed from the operation unit 4, the copy can be performed because the plotter unit 9 is not used.

  As described above, in this example, the facsimile reception is always set to the memory reception mode during the interruption. Therefore, unnecessary operations such as retransmission can be eliminated.

  Next, an embodiment in which the facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1 is a composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  The composite facsimile apparatus of the present embodiment has a facsimile communication function capable of real-time reception for recording and outputting a received document while receiving a facsimile, and memory reception for storing the received document before recording and outputting and holding at least until reception is completed. This is a device having a copy function and a report output function for recording and outputting a management report necessary for device management.

  The operation / display unit 4 constitutes an interrupt command input unit, and can input an interrupt command for interrupting the operation of the apparatus currently being executed.

  The system control unit 6 constitutes a control means and automatically outputs the received document and the management report at a predetermined time. The system control unit 6 also serves as an interrupt command release detecting means, and detects that the interrupt command has been released. Then, the system control unit 6 always prohibits the output of the memory document and the management report from when the interrupt command is input to when the cancellation of the interrupt command is detected.

Next, the operation of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. Note that P _{11 to} P ₁₅ in FIG. 11 represent each step of the flowchart.

When the interrupt key of the operation unit 4 is pressed, the fact that an interrupt command has been issued is stored in the system memory 3. Next, at P _11, the system control portion 6, the resource files that can be executed at a certain interval (a few msec) it is checked if the system, by P _12, if the resource is available for _{use, P 13} Then, the system control unit 6 reads the data storing the interrupt state from the system memory 3. If this content is in the interrupt at P _14, it does not perform the execution of an operation that requires a plotter resources.

The required resource registration table in FIG. 4 is checked to determine whether the operation requires the plotter unit or not. Memory document output and management report output are not executed because a plotter is required. If the interruption is being performed, the execution is not performed even if the memory document output and management report output files exist. At this time, even if the copy operation is completed and the copy start is pressed from the operation unit 4, the copy is possible because the plotter resources are not used. If not in interrupt at P ₁₄ perform the output.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, even if the memory document output and the management report output are present during the operation by storing the interrupt status, the interrupt copy can be continued without interruption without interrupting the user's work. Efficiency can be improved.

  Next, an embodiment in which the facsimile apparatus of FIG. 1 is a composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  The composite facsimile apparatus of the present embodiment is an apparatus having a facsimile communication function and a copy function.

  The operation / display unit 4 constitutes an interrupt command input unit, and can input an interrupt command for interrupting an operation currently being executed.

  The system control unit 6 constitutes an operation detecting means, and detects the type of the operation currently being executed. Further, the system control unit 6 configures an interrupt range setting unit, and sets an operation range in which an interrupt can be made from the executable device operations. Further, the system control unit 6 constitutes an interrupt permitting unit, and permits an interrupt operation corresponding to the interrupt command only when an interrupt command is input during execution of the operation set by the interrupt range setting unit.

  The operation / display unit 4 also serves as an interrupt range changing unit, and changes the operation range set by the interrupt range setting unit.

  Generally, the operations that can be interrupted for copying include copying, receiving, memory document output, and a management report. The operator sets the data of the interruptable operation from the operation unit / display unit 4 and stores the data in the system memory 3. Can be stored. That is, the operator can change the interruptible operation by operating the operation / display unit 4. FIG. 5 shows an example of setting this data. Then, for example, each bit is set as 1: (interrupt enabled) and 0: (interrupt disabled).

  If the interrupt key is depressed, the system control unit 6 checks the operation of changing, suspending, or inhibiting the interruption. At this time, interruptable operation data is read from the system memory 3. Check the contents and the operation to accept the interrupt. If the operation to be checked and the operation to be interrupted are different, an interrupt command is issued, and if they are equal, no interrupt command is issued for the operation.

  For example, if copy and reception are set as interrupt enabled operations, and if the operation to be checked is a management report output, even if the interrupt key is pressed, it will not be accepted, so the interrupt operation is not performed. However, if the check operation is, for example, reception, an interrupt command is accepted and the processing of the above embodiment is performed.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the interruption enabled operation is set and the setting can be changed, so that the work efficiency can be improved by the user's arbitrary setting.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1 stores the received image information in the SAF 2 before recording and outputting it, and holds the received image information at least until the end of reception, and also receives the image information from the partner facsimile apparatus. A facsimile transmission function capable of recording and outputting a received document by the plotter unit 9 and enabling immediate reception, and a copy function of recording and outputting the image information of the document read by the scanner unit 8 (reading unit) to the plotter unit 9 are provided. ing.

  The plotter unit 9 constitutes a recording output unit, and is used for both a recording operation at the time of outputting received image information of facsimile reception and a copying operation.

  The operation / display unit 4 constitutes an interrupt unit, and interrupts the operation of the apparatus currently being executed.

  The system control unit 6 controls the control unit to temporarily suspend the output of the image information during the memory reception or the output of the image information during the immediate reception and store the image information in the SAF 2 based on the command from the operation / display unit 4. Make up. The system memory 3 constitutes a storage unit, and stores a file after the interruption when the reception operation is interrupted by the interruption.

  Further, the system control unit 6 controls the plotter unit 9 to start the copy output operation when the plotter unit 9 is detected to be open, and notifies the end of the copy output operation. A copy end monitoring means for monitoring, a file which is image information of a file interrupted immediately after the interruption when the copy output operation is completed and the plotter unit 9 becomes available, and which is waiting for an empty space in the plotter unit 9; From the system memory 3 and execution means for reading out the image information of the file interrupted immediately after the interruption from the SAF 2 and outputting it first based on the search result.

Next, the operation will be described with reference to FIGS. Note that FIG. 12 is a flowchart of processing executed by the system control unit 6, in FIG. _12, S 21 _{to S 35} shows the steps of the flowchart. First, when the operation / display unit 4 instructs an interrupt to interrupt the output of the image information from the SAF 2, the image information is continuously stored in the SAF 2 and the file information is stored in the system memory 3 that manages the file. Stores and monitors execution and termination of interrupts.

Next, when the interrupt processing is completed, it is determined whether or not there is an output standby file after the interruption in the SAF 2 (step S ₂₁ ). If not, then it terminates the current process, if present, searches whether there is complete file by interrupt based on the file information stored in the system memory 3 (step S _22).

If the file has been completed by the interrupt is not present, reading the normal output waiting file (step S _24), if the file exists and reads the priority file ended by this interruption (step S _25).

Then, it is determined whether or not a device for outputting the read result (resource) is empty (step S _26). In this case, for example, in the case of alternate reception, the plotter unit 9 and the DCR 1 are necessary. Therefore, the resources stored in the system memory 3 are compared with the resource list shown in FIG. , 0: (no resources).

If the resource is free, the use of resource list resource (the plotter unit 9 and DCR1) to OFF (0) (step _{S 27),} then after reading the compressed image information from SAF2 (step _S 28), demodulating at DCR1 (step _S 29). Then, it sets the image information demodulated in the line buffer memory 7 (step S _30), and records the output is transferred to the plotter unit 9 (Step S _31). The plotter 9 prints image information following the recording paper fed from the paper feeding unit 9a.

Next, it is determined whether there is an interruption due to an interrupt, for example, whether there is a copy output request (step _S32 ). If not, it is determined whether there is a next page (step _S33 ). returns the step S _28, if no, after allowing the execution of other operations in the unused resources the resources used in the resource list as oN (1), the current processing is terminated.

On the other hand, if the interrupt has been performed in step S _32, it sets the interrupt request (step S _34), and ends the resource used in the resource list as ON (1) a (Step S ₃₅₎ of the current process . Therefore, the plotter unit 9 is opened, and as shown in FIG. 4, the scanner unit 8 and the plotter unit 9, which are resources necessary for copying, can be used, and copying can be performed.

  In this embodiment, if an interrupt process is performed during immediate reception (recording and outputting a received original while receiving image information from the other party's facsimile machine), the image information is displayed as shown in FIG. Is switched from a plotter system (sending from the modem 10a to the plotter unit 9 via the line buffer memory 7) to a SAF system (sending from the modem 10a to the SAF2 via the line buffer memory 7).

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when the interrupt processing is completed and the resources are released, the file interrupted by the interrupt is searched and output first, so that, for example, page 5 of file A and page B of file A Interrupt processing such as copying is performed in the state where the third page of the A file is recorded and output during the alternate reception of the 7 pages of the file. When the interrupt processing is completed, the fourth page of the already recorded and output A file is output. 7 pages of the B file can be output. As a result, the order of the files can be maintained, and the usability of the composite facsimile apparatus can be improved.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, in the complex facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1, the system control unit 6 reads out several lines of the first page of the file output from the SAF 2, and stores arbitrary data in a part of the read lines. Data insertion means to be inserted, and the plotter unit 9 is configured to print a mark on a part of the first page output from the SAF 2 based on the output information of the system control unit 6.

  Next, the operation will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of a process executed by the system control unit 6.

  First, when the output of the image information from the SAF 2 is interrupted by instructing the interruption by the operation / display unit 4, the image information is continuously stored in the SAF 2 and the file information is stored in the system memory 3 for managing the file. Remember.

Next, when the interruption processing is completed, it is determined whether or not there is an output standby file after the interruption in the SAF 2 (step S ₄₁ ). If the file does not exist, the current process is terminated. If the file does exist, the process searches the file information stored in the system memory 3 for a file that has been terminated due to the interruption, and reads the output standby file. (Step _S42 ).

Then, it is determined whether or not the resource for outputting the read result is free (step S _43). In this case, for example, in the case of alternate reception, the plotter unit 9 and the DCR 1 are necessary. Therefore, the resources stored in the system memory 3 are compared with the resource list shown in FIG. , 0: (no resources).

If the resource is free, the use of resource list resource (the plotter unit 9 and DCR1) to OFF (0) (step _{S 44),} then after reading the compressed image information from SAF2 (step _S 45), demodulating at DCR1 (step _S 46). Next, the demodulated image information is set in the line buffer memory 7 (step _S47 ), and it is determined whether or not the set information is a file ended by an interrupt (step _S48 ).

Next, if it is not an interrupt file, it is printed by the plotter unit 9 (step _S52 ). If it is an interrupt file, it is determined whether or not the image information set in the line buffer is the first page.

If not the first page, the process proceeds to step S _52, if it is the first page is determined whether or not over the mark insertion line (Step S _50), if you over Shiina, line after inserting the mark at a specific position in the buffer (the head portion) (step _{S 51),} is printed by the plotter unit 9 (step _S 52).

Then, it is determined whether there is a next page (step S _53), in some cases, the process returns to step S _45, if not, the resources used for the resource list as ON (1) (Step S ₅₄ ) This process ends.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, since the mark is printed on a part of the first page of the re-outputted file after the end of the interrupt processing, it is easy to recognize that the file is interrupted by the interrupt. Thus, it is possible to distinguish the file from other files such as a copy sheet that has been recorded and output, and to associate the file with a previously output page.

  That is, when the output of the image information during the immediate reception or the output of the image information during the alternate reception is interrupted by the interruption, it can be easily determined whether or not the file is completed.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, in the complex facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1, the system control section 6 constitutes a counting means for counting the number of pages of the image information received in the memory for each page. The count of the received image information is set to 1, and the received image information stored in the SAF 2 is output again from the first page.

  Next, the operation will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of a process executed by the system control unit 6.

  First, when an interruption is instructed by the operation / display unit 4 and the output of the image information from the SAF 2 is interrupted, for example, while the proxy reception is being performed, the image information is continuously stored in the SAF 2 and the file is managed. The file information is stored in the system memory 3.

Then, it is determined whether or not there is an output standby file after interruption SAF2 when the interrupt processing is completed (step S _61). If the file does not exist, the current process is terminated. If the file does exist, the normal output standby file is read (step _S62 ). Next, it is determined whether or not a device (resource) for outputting the read result is free (step _S63 ).

If the resources are free, the used resources are turned off (0) from the resource list (step _S64 ), and then the system memory 3 stores whether or not this output image information is a file that has been terminated by an interrupt. The determination is made based on the obtained file information (step _S65 ).

If the file has not been completed due to an interrupt, that is, if the file has been interrupted due to a jam or the like, a page that has not been read and that has not been output is set (step _S66 ). The system control unit 6 counts the print end pages one by one each time printing is performed by the plotter unit 9 before the interruption is interrupted. For example, an alternate reception file of five pages exists and the second page is output. At this point, "2" is stored in the system memory 3. Therefore, in this process, the third page is set as the output page.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the reading is completed by the interruption, the count stored in the system memory 3, that is, the number of output pages is set to zero or negligible, and the reading start page is set to 1 (step _S67 ).

Then, after reading the compressed image information from the first page SAF2 (step _S 68), demodulates in DCR1 (step _S 69). Then, it sets the image information demodulated in the line buffer memory 7 (step S _70), and records the output is transferred to the plotter unit 9 (Step S _71).

Then, it is determined whether there is a next page (step _{S 72),} it returns the step _{S 68} in some cases, if not, the resources used for the resource list as ON (1) (step _{S 73)} This processing ends.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the output file interrupted in the middle by the interruption is always re-outputted from the top of the page, so that the order of the files can be reliably maintained and the file loss can be prevented. It can be reliably prevented.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, in the complex facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1, the system memory 3 constitutes a first storage unit for storing file information of which the immediate transmission operation has been interrupted by interruption, and the system control unit 6 A first copy output start unit that controls the scanner unit 8 to start a copy output operation when it is detected that a device (scanner unit 8) constituting the reading unit is opened.

  Further, the system control unit 6 includes a first copy end monitoring unit that monitors the end of the copy output operation, and a transmission unit that sets the remaining originals of the file for which the interrupt has been released and the immediate transmission operation has been interrupted. And first reading means for reading file information from the system memory 3.

  Further, the system control unit 6 constitutes a transmission unit together with the DCR 1 and the CCU 10, and controls the set original so as to be immediately transmitted immediately after the immediately transmitted image information.

  Next, the operation will be described based on FIG. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of a process executed by the system control unit 6.

In this embodiment, in step _S92 , the file information (the destination telephone number, the number of transmitted pages, etc.) of which the immediate transmission operation has been interrupted by the interruption is stored in the system memory 3.

  First, when an interruption is performed during the immediate transmission, an interruption is instructed by the operation / display unit 4 to immediately transmit the currently transmitted page, and then the immediate transmission is interrupted, and the system memory 3 for managing the file is transmitted. The file information.

In the present embodiment, first, in step _S81 , it is determined whether or not an interrupt release transmission has been performed. If no release transmission has been performed, transmission information from the operation / display unit 4 is read (step _S83 ). On the other hand, if a release transmission has been made, file information such as the telephone number of the other party and the number of transmitted pages stored at the time of the interrupt request is read from the system memory 3 (step _S82 ).

Next, it is determined whether resources for immediate transmission are available (step _S84 ). In this case, since the scanner unit 8, DCR1, and CCU 10 are required as shown in FIG. 4, the resources stored in the system memory 3 are 1: (there is a resource) as compared with the resource list shown in FIG. , 0: (no resources).

If the resource is free, the use of resource list resource (the plotter unit 9 and the DCR1 and CCU 10) to OFF (0) (step _S 85), the document set on ADF8a read by the scanner unit 8 (Step S ₈₆ ). Then, after setting the read image information in the line buffer memory 7 (step _S 87), compressed in DCR1 (step _{S 88),} then transmitted by the CCU 10 (step _S 89).

Next, it is determined whether or not an interrupt request has been made from the operation / display unit 4 (step S ₉₀ ). If not, it is determined whether or not there is a next page (step S ₉₁ ). In order to continue the immediate transmission of the file information stored in the memory 3, the resource used in the resource list is set to ON (1) (step _S93 ), and the current process ends.

If there is an interrupt request, the file information (the destination telephone number, the number of transmitted pages, etc.) for which the immediate transmission operation was interrupted by the interrupt is stored in the system memory 3 (step _S92 ), and is currently being transmitted. Is normally transmitted, the resources used in the resource list are set to ON (1) (step _S93 ), and the current process ends.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, since the immediate transmission is resumed based on the file information interrupted halfway by the interruption, the immediate transmission is temporarily interrupted by the interruption, and after the interruption processing such as copying is performed, the transmission is restarted. The number of pages to be printed in the TTI starts from the first page because of the re-entry of the other party's telephone number when starting immediate transmission or a new call, and the receiving side continues to the previous transmission. Can be prevented from occurring. As a result, an interrupt at the time of immediate transmission and its return can be easily performed, and operability at the time of immediate transmission can be improved.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 1 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, in the composite facsimile apparatus of FIG. 1, the system control unit 6 constitutes a second storage unit for storing file information in which the accumulation of image information in the SAF 2 has been interrupted by interruption, and the system memory 23 The second storage means stores the file information whose memory storage operation has been interrupted by the interruption. Further, the system control unit 6 controls the scanner unit 8 to start the copy output operation when the scanner unit 8 is detected to be released, and the copy output operation is completed. Second copy end monitoring means for monitoring the fact that the remaining document of the file in which the interrupt has been released and the memory accumulation operation has been interrupted is set from the second storage means when the interrupt is released, and And storage means for storing the document set based on the file information read from the system memory 3 in the SAF 2 subsequent to the previously stored image information.

  Next, the operation will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of a process executed by the system control unit 6.

In this embodiment, in step _S111 , the file information (the image information address, the number of stored pages, the storage line density, the density, etc.) in which the storage of the image information is interrupted by the interruption is stored in the system memory 3. is there.

  First, when an interrupt for copying or the like is performed while the image information is being stored in the SAF 2, an interrupt is instructed by the operation / display unit 4 to suspend the storage of the image information in the SAF 2, and the file The file information is stored in the system memory 3 for managing the file information.

In this embodiment, first, in step S _100, to determine whether a interrupt release accumulated (Interrupt release command) is when there is no release command reads the stored information from the operation / display section 4 (step S ₁₀₁ ). On the other hand, if there is a release command, file information such as the image information address, the number of stored pages, the stored line density, and the density stored at the time of the interrupt request is read from the system memory 3 (step _S102 ). Then, the accumulation of the image information of the original is continued by adding the previous page.

Then, it is determined whether or not free resources for performing memory transmission (step S _104). In this case, since the scanner unit 8, DCR1, and CCU 10 are required as shown in FIG. 4, the resources stored in the system memory 3 are 1: (there is a resource) as compared with the resource list shown in FIG. , 0: (no resources).

If the resource is free, the use of resource list resource (the plotter unit 9 and the DCR1 and CCU 10) to OFF (0) (step _S 104), read by the scanner unit 8 a document set on ADF8a (step S ₁₀₅ ). Then, after setting the read image information in the line buffer memory 7 (Step _S 106), compressed in DCR1 (step _{S 107),} then, it accumulates in SAF2 (step _{S 108).}

Next, it is determined whether or not an interrupt request has been made from the operation / display unit 4 (step _S109 ). If there is no interrupt request, it is determined whether or not there is a next page (step _S110 ). In order to transmit the file stored in the memory 3, the resources used in the resource list are turned ON (1) (step S ₁₁₂ ), and then the current processing ends.

If there is an interrupt request, the file information whose accumulation has been interrupted by the interrupt is stored in the system memory 3 (step _S111 ). At this time, the file is placed in an unfinished state so that the page whose storage has already been completed is not transmitted, and this state is stored in the system memory 3.

  For this reason, when the system control unit 6 searches for the presence or absence of the execution standby file, this file is not excluded from the search target of the execution standby file and is not transmitted.

If there is an interrupt process, the page currently being read is normally accumulated, then the resource used in the resource list is set to ON (1) (step _S112 ), and the resource is not used and another operation (copy) is performed. Etc.) can be executed, and the current process ends.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when the interruption processing is completed, the accumulation of the image information is restarted based on the file information interrupted halfway by the interruption, so that the interruption at the time of the accumulation of the image information and its return can be easily performed. Operability at the time of memory transmission can be improved.

  FIG. 17 is a configuration diagram of one embodiment of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention.

  First, the configuration will be described. In FIG. 17, reference numeral 21 denotes a DCR (image information / reproduction device), 22 denotes an SAF for storing image information, 23 denotes a system memory for storing system management data, 24 denotes a key input device including switches and the like. An operation / display unit provided with a liquid crystal display device for visually displaying the state of the system to an operator, 25 is a real-time clock having a clock function, 26 is a system control unit that controls the entire system, and 27 is a data transfer unit A line buffer memory 28, a scanner unit for reading an image of a document to be transmitted and image information of a copy document, 28a an automatic document feeder (ADF) having a document width detection sensor, and 29 printing (recording) recording paper. A paper feed unit 29a for setting recording paper; 30 a CCU (communication control device); and 30a a modem (modulation / demodulation device). ), 30b is INCU (ISDN network controller), 31 is a printer interface (hereinafter for controlling printing from the host computer such as a personal computer, a called printer I / F) to the unit.

  This apparatus performs memory transmission / reception in which the transmission / reception image information is stored in the SAF 22 before being recorded and output by the plotter unit 29 or transmitted by the CCU 30 and the iNCU 30b, and is retained at least until transmission or reception is completed. A facsimile transmission function for performing immediate reception, which records and outputs received image information by a plotter unit 29 while receiving image information, and immediate transmission, which reads and transmits image information of a document by a scanner unit 28, and a document read by the scanner unit 28 And a printer function that operates based on signals input from a personal computer or the like via a printer I / F.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 17 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, in the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 17, the system control unit 26 executes at least one of a facsimile communication function such as a memory transmission / reception and an immediate transmission / reception, a copy function, and a printer function. Execution prohibition setting means for prohibiting the use of a plotter, a printer I / F, or the like for executing each function so as to prohibit the operation / display unit 24 to execute any one of the functions. A monitoring unit that monitors a device corresponding to the function, a determination unit that determines whether the monitored resource is usable, and a unit that reads out contents for which execution is prohibited are configured.

  The operation / display unit 24 constitutes display means for displaying the contents read out based on the signal from the system control unit 26, and has a liquid crystal display unit 33 as shown in FIG. Various displays are performed according to signals from the unit 26. The operation / display unit 24 has a plurality of operation keys such as a ten key 34, a one-touch key 35, and a start key.

Next, the operation will be described with reference to FIGS. Note that FIG. 19 is a flowchart of processing executed by the system control unit 26, in FIG. _19, S 121 _{to S 134} show the respective steps of the flowchart. First, after clearing the prohibited file area (step _S121 ), it is determined whether or not the operator has input an execution prohibited file from the operation / display unit 24 (step _S122 ).

  At this time, if the operator wants to prohibit execution of all the files that use the plotter unit 29 in order to use the multifunction facsimile apparatus as a printer-dedicated machine, the operation / display unit 24 copies, outputs a memory document, and outputs a report. Enter

When the input of the execution prohibition file is determined to have been performed in step S _122, and stores the prohibition file in system memory 23 (step S _123). In this storage method, each file may be stored individually, or one file type may be represented by 1 bit, and ON / OFF may indicate executable / non-executable. In the present embodiment, description will be made assuming that the information is stored by the latter method. In this case, the bitmap is shown as in FIG. 20, and each resource (device) is assigned for each bit, and when the bit is OFF (0), it is an executable file, and when the bit is ON (1), it is an executable file. You.

  In this case, the copy, memory document output, and report output are turned ON (1) and stored in the system memory 23.

Next, it is determined whether or not a file execution request has been made to the complex facsimile apparatus in the execution prohibited state (step _S124 ). If a file execution request has been made, a file management block is created (step _S125 ). For example, when a copy is made in this state, the copy is registered in the system memory 23 as a file management block.

  This management block is shown in FIG. 21 and includes a file type indicating a file type, a file number sequentially assigned each time a file is created, a resource list required to execute the file, and creation of a file management block. Information on the links in order is stored.

  In this management block, for example, the file management block of the copy is set to the file type (03 is assigned as shown in FIG. 22), an arbitrary number is set to the file number, the scanner unit 28 and the plotter unit 29 are set to the resource list, If the next file does not exist, the next management block is set to zero (00).

  Thus, when the start key is pressed, the above contents are stored in the system memory 23 as a file management block.

Next, after the registration of the file management block, an operation of checking whether or not the registered file is executable is performed in a link order. This operation checks whether the resource list of the file management block is unused and usable (step _S126 ). In the case of copying, it is checked whether the scanner unit 28 and the plotter unit 29 can be used.

If it is determined in step _S126 that the resource cannot be used, a message "resource cannot be secured" is displayed on the liquid crystal display unit 33 (step _S127 ), and the copy is deleted from the file management block.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the resource is usable, the list bitmap of the previously-executed prohibited file is read from the system memory 23 (step _S128 ), and is compared with the file type of the file management block (step _S128 ). Step _S129 ).

  In this case, since a copy has been registered in the execution prohibition file, a message "Execution prohibition file" is displayed on the liquid crystal display unit 33 as shown in FIG. 18, and the copy is deleted from the file management block.

A description will now be made flow execution of NO is determined step _{S 131} or later step _{S 129.}

When performing immediate transmission this time, the operation / display unit 24 destination is input by, by the start key is set transmission original to ADF28a is pressed, the immediate transmission of the file has been executed in step S ₁₂₄ When it is determined, a file management block is created (step _S125 ).

At this time, as described above, the file type is immediately transmitted (file type number 04 is assigned as shown in FIG. 22), an arbitrary number is set as the file number, the scanner unit 28 and the line are set in the resource list, and the next If the file does not exist, the next management block is set to zero (00). After the above contents are stored in the system memory 23 as a file management block in this manner, an operation of checking whether or not the registered file is executable is performed in the order of link. This operation checks whether the resource list of the file management block is unused and usable (step _S126 ). In the case of immediate transmission, it is checked whether the scanner unit 28 and the line are usable.

If it is determined in step _S126 that the resource cannot be used, a message "resource cannot be secured" is displayed on the liquid crystal display unit 33 (step _S127 ), and the immediate transmission is deleted from the file management block.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the resource is usable, the list bitmap of the previously-executed prohibited file is read from the system memory 23 (step _S128 ), and is compared with the file type of the file management block (step _S128 ). Step _S129 ).

In this case, since the immediate transmission is not registered in the execution prohibition file, a message “executing” is displayed on the liquid crystal display unit 33 (step S ₁₃₁ ), and the immediate transmission is executed (step S ₁₃₂ ). Next, when the immediate transmission ends (step _S133 ), the immediate transmission is deleted from the file management block.

  Next, a case will be described in which a printer output file is executed in the setting prohibited state described above.

In this case, the printer output request is generated from the printer I / F 31. If a request is issued here, the system control unit 26 monitors this (step _S124 ), and creates a management block as described above (step _S125 ). At this time, as described above, the printer output is assigned to the file type (the file type number 08 is assigned as shown in FIG. 22), the arbitrary number is set to the file number, the plotter unit 29 is set to the resource list, and the next file is set. If not, the next management block is set to zero (00).

After the contents described above are stored in the system memory 23 as the file management block, an operation of checking whether or not the registered file is executable is performed in the order of link. This operation checks whether the resource list of the file management block is unused and usable (step _S126 ). In the case of printer output, it is checked whether the plotter unit 29 can be used.

If it is determined in step _S126 that the resource cannot be used, a message "resource cannot be secured" is displayed on the liquid crystal display unit 33 (step _S127 ), and the printer output is deleted from the file management block.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the resource is usable, the list bitmap of the previously-executed prohibited file is read from the system memory 23 (step _S128 ), and is compared with the file type of the file management block (step _S128 ). Step _S129 ).

In this case, since the printer output is not registered in the execution prohibition file, a message "executing" is displayed on the liquid crystal display unit 33 (step _S131 ), and the printer output is executed (step _S132 ). Next, when the printer output ends (step _S133 ), the printer output is deleted from the file management block.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the use of a resource that executes each function to prohibit execution of at least one or more of the facsimile communication function, the copy function, and the printer function is prohibited. Can be preferentially assigned to a file to be used for execution, and the use function of the composite facsimile apparatus can be restricted to be a dedicated apparatus for a specific file. As a result, it is not necessary to wait until the execution of another file is completed, the file can be immediately executed, and the usability of the composite facsimile apparatus can be improved.

  In addition, since the prohibited contents are displayed on the liquid crystal display unit 33, the status of the apparatus can be notified to the user, and the cause of the prohibited apparatus not operating can be easily notified. it can.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 17 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, in the complex facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 17, the system control unit 26 includes a monitoring unit that monitors a function in a prohibited setting state and an executable function (a function that is not prohibited). And execution means for monitoring execution and termination of the execution, and cancellation means for canceling the execution prohibition setting when the execution of the executable function is completed. I have.

Next, the operation will be described based on the flowchart of FIG. Note omitted, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of processing executed by the system control unit 26, in FIG. _23, because the processing up to S 121 _{to S 125} are similar to those described above, the description. In this embodiment, the operator prohibits execution of all the files that use the plotter unit 29 in order to use the multifunction facsimile apparatus as a printer dedicated machine (copy, memory document output, report output are ON (1 ), The state stored in the system memory 23), and an example of executing a printer output file in this state will be described.

In this case, the printer output request is generated from the printer I / F 31. If a request is issued here, the system control unit 26 monitors this, creates a management block as described above, stores it in the system memory 23 as a file management block, and determines whether the registered file is executable. Check the order of links. This operation checks whether the resource list of the file management block is unused and usable (step _S141 ). In the case of printer output, it is checked whether the plotter unit 29 can be used.

If it is determined in step _S41 that the printer output cannot be used, the printer output is deleted from the file management block. On the other hand, if it is determined that the resource is usable, the list bitmap of the previously registered execution prohibited file is read from the system memory 23 (step _S142 ), and is compared with the file type of the file management block (step _S142 ). Step _S143 ).

In this case, since the printer output is not registered in the execution prohibition file, the printer output is executed (step _S144 ). Next, when the printer output is completed (step _S145 ), the prohibition file is reset.

That is, if the execution prohibition file has been set, all bits of the execution prohibition file are reset (OFF), and the reset contents are stored in the system memory 23 (step _S146 ). Delete from file management block.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when a file other than the function whose execution is prohibited is executed, the execution prohibition is automatically released when the execution is completed. At any time, the prohibition of execution can be automatically canceled after executing the function to be executed. For this reason, for example, to prevent a situation in which automatic reception or the like that operates unattended without canceling the prohibition of execution while prohibiting execution of a file other than a printer for use as a printer is not performed. Therefore, the usability of the composite facsimile apparatus can be further improved.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 17 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, in the complex facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 17, the system control unit 26 executes monitoring means for monitoring a function in an execution prohibited state and execution of an executable function (function not prohibited). The real-time clock 25 constitutes a measuring means for measuring a time during which an executable function is not executed based on a command from the system control unit 26. Further, the system control unit 26 constitutes an overtime canceling unit that cancels the execution prohibition setting after a certain time has elapsed based on the measurement information of the clock 25.

  Next, the operation will be described based on the flowcharts of FIGS. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of a process executed by the system control unit 26.

First, after clearing the prohibited file area (step _S151 ), the monitoring time is cleared (step _S152 ). Next, it is determined whether or not the operator has input the execution prohibition file from the operation / display unit 24 (step _S153 ). Here, the execution prohibition file bitmap is read from the system memory 26 at regular intervals (several msec) to monitor whether or not the execution prohibition file has been input.

  At this time, if the operator wants to prohibit execution of all the files that use the plotter unit 29 in order to use the multifunction facsimile apparatus as a printer-dedicated machine, the operation / display unit 24 copies, outputs a memory document, and outputs a report. Enter

If it is determined in step _S153 that the execution prohibition file has been input, the prohibition file is stored in the system memory 23 (step _S154 ). In this case, the copy, memory document output, and report output are turned on (1) and stored in the system memory 23.

Next, it is monitored whether or not the monitoring time has been set (step _S156 ). If not, the current time is read from the real-time clock 25, and the monitoring start time is stored in the system memory 23 (step _S157). ).

On the other hand, if the monitoring time has been set in step _S155 , the time at which data is set in the prohibited file (monitoring start time) is read from the system memory 23 from the clock 25 (step _S158 ). The current time is read from (step _S159 ).

Next, it is monitored whether or not a fixed time (for example, 5 minutes) has elapsed since the monitoring start time (step _S160 ). If there is a file execution request in step _S162 within 5 minutes, the system memory 23 is checked. _Is reset (step S ₁₆₃ ).

If there is no file execution request after 5 minutes in step _S160 , all the execution-prohibited file bitmaps are reset (OFF) and stored in the system memory 23.

If there is a file execution request within 5 minutes, the monitoring start time is reset as described above to create a file management block (step _S164 ), and then, for example, copying is performed in this state. In this case, the copy is registered in the system memory 23 as a file management block.

Next, after the registration of the file management block, an operation for checking whether the registered file is executable or not is performed in the order of links. This operation checks whether the resource list of the file management block is unused and usable (step _S165 ). In the case of copying, it is checked whether the scanner unit 28 and the plotter unit 29 can be used.

If it is determined in step _S165 that the copy cannot be used, the copy is deleted from the file management block.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the resource is available, the list bitmap of the previously-executed prohibited file is read from the system memory 23 (step _S166 ), and is compared with the file type of the file management block (step _S166 ). Step _S167 ).

At this time, if the requested file is a copy that is an execution-prohibited file, the copy is deleted from the file management block because the copy is registered in the execution-prohibited file (step _S170 ).

If the requested file is not the execution prohibition file, the file is executed and deleted from the management block (steps _S168 to _S170 ).

If there is a request to execute the copy file within 5 minutes after the execution of the executable file, the time at which the execution of the file is completed is read from the clock 25, and this time is overwritten in the system memory 23. and re-stored Te, it executes the processes of steps _S 155 _{to S 162.}

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the execution prohibition setting is automatically canceled if no usable function is executed within a certain interval, so that the execution prohibition is performed every time an executable file is executed. It is not necessary to reset the settings, and if a file that is not prohibited for a certain period of time is executed, a plurality of files can be executed continuously.

  Next, an embodiment in which the composite facsimile apparatus shown in FIG. 17 is the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the system control unit 26 includes a first operating unit that operates the prohibition setting unit according to a specific day and a time zone, and a function set by the prohibition setting unit according to a specific day and a time period. A second operating means for operating other functions and a control means for switching the first operating means and the second operating means in accordance with the specific day and time when a specific day and time are reached. are doing.

  Next, the operation will be described based on the flowchart of FIG. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of a process executed by the system control unit 26.

First, when the operator inputs the setting start day of the week from the operation / display unit 24, the setting start day is set (step _S181 ), and the setting start time and the input of the prohibited file are input from the operation / display unit 24. Then, the setting start time and the prohibited file are set (step _S182 ).

Next, when the operator sets a setting release time and a prohibition file from the operation / display unit 24, the setting release time and the prohibition file are set (step _S183 ). The input information is stored in the system memory 23.

Here, for example, consider a case in which all files are to be executed during the opening hours on Friday and execution other than reception is prohibited during the closing hours. In this case, in steps _S181 and _S182 , the processing is performed on Friday, 8:00. At 30 minutes, all of the file list bitmaps shown in FIG. 20 are set to OFF (executable), and at step _S183 , at 17:30, the file list bitmap shown in FIG. It is set to ON (executable) and stored in the system memory 23.

Next, the current day of the week and the current time are read from the real-time clock 25 (step _S184 ), and the contents are compared with the day of the week stored in the system memory 23 (step _S185 ). When the day of the week read from the clock 25 matches the day of the week stored in the system memory 23, the time read from the real-time clock 25 is compared with the time stored in the system memory 23 (step _S186 ).

Next, if the time read from the clock 25 has exceeded the time stored in the system memory 23 in step _S186 , the setting prohibition file is set in the prohibition file list.

  In this way, for example, when it is desired to prohibit use other than reception on a holiday or after work, it is not necessary to set the execution prohibition at the time of the corresponding day every time, and the administrator can be absent. Even in this case, the setting can be automatically switched, and the use function can be automatically occupied according to the day of the week and the time zone.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of a composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating a resource list indicating the scanner, the plotter, the CCU, and the DCR. FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating the flow of the received data. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing a resource registration table required for the operation. FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of an interruptable operation setting. 5 is a flowchart illustrating an example of an interrupt control operation of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. 7 is a flowchart that follows the connector 1 of the flowchart shown in FIG. 6. 7 is a flowchart that follows the connector 2 of the flowchart shown in FIG. 6. 7 is a flowchart that follows the connector 3 of the flowchart shown in FIG. 6. 5 is a flowchart illustrating an example of an interrupt control operation of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. 5 is a flowchart illustrating an example of an interrupt control operation of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of a composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. It is a block diagram of the operation / display unit. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. It is a figure showing the resource list. It is a figure showing the file management block. It is a figure showing a file type. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process of the composite facsimile apparatus according to the present invention. 25 is a flowchart that follows the connector 1 of the flowchart shown in FIG. 24. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the processing of the composite facsimile according to the present invention.

Explanation of reference numerals

1,21 DCR
2,22 SAF
3, 23 system memory 4, 24 operation unit / display unit 5 pattern generator 6, 26 system control unit 7, 27 line buffer memory 8, 28 scanner unit 8a, 28a ADF
9, 29 Plotter section 9a, 29a Paper feed unit 10, 30 CCU
10a, 30a Modem 10b, 30b iNCU
25 Real-time clock 31 Printer interface

Claims (13)

While having a facsimile communication function capable of receiving a facsimile while recording and outputting the received document, and having a memory reception capable of storing the received document before recording and outputting and holding at least until the end of reception, having a copy function, Further, in a composite facsimile machine having a report output function of recording and outputting a management report required for device management,
Recording output means used for each recording operation at the time of facsimile reception output, at the time of copy output and at the time of management report output,
Interrupt command input means capable of inputting an interrupt command for interrupting an operation of a device currently being executed;
Control means for controlling the operation of the recording output means,
When an interrupt command is input during the memory document output operation for outputting the memory reception document and during the management report output operation, the control unit stops the recording operation for the memory document output and the management report output by the recording output unit. A composite facsimile apparatus for controlling the recording output means so as to enable a recording operation for copy output. While having a facsimile communication function capable of receiving a facsimile while recording and outputting the received document, and having a memory reception capable of storing the received document before recording and outputting and holding at least until the end of reception, having a copy function, Further, in a composite facsimile machine having a report output function of recording and outputting a management report required for device management,
Interrupt command input means capable of inputting an interrupt command for interrupting an operation of a device currently being executed;
Control means for controlling the recording operation so as to automatically output the memory reception original and the management report,
Interrupt command release detection means for detecting that the interrupt command input to the interrupt command input means has been released,
Wherein the control means inhibits output of the memory document and the management report from when the interrupt command is input to the interrupt command input means until the interrupt command release detecting means detects the release of the interrupt command. Facsimile machine. In a composite facsimile machine having a facsimile communication function and a copy function,
Interrupt command input means capable of inputting an interrupt command for interrupting an operation currently being executed;
Operation detection means for detecting the type of operation currently being executed;
Interrupt range setting means for setting an operation range in which an interrupt can be made from the executable device operations;
Interrupt permitting means for permitting an interrupt operation corresponding to the interrupt command only when an interrupt command is input during execution of the operation set by the interrupt range setting means;
A composite facsimile apparatus comprising: an interrupt range changing unit configured to change an operation range set by the interrupt range setting unit. A memory reception that stores received image information before recording and output and retains at least until the end of reception, and a facsimile transmission function that allows immediate reception to record and output received image information while receiving image information from the other party facsimile device, A copy function for recording and outputting image information of the document read by the reading unit;
Recording output means used for both recording operation at the time of output of facsimile reception image information and at the time of copy output,
Interrupt means for interrupting the currently executing device operation;
Control means for controlling the output of the image information during the memory reception or the output of the image information during the immediate reception to be temporarily interrupted and stored in the memory based on the output signal of the interrupt means;
Storage means for storing the file after the interruption when the reception operation is interrupted by the interruption;
Copy output start means for controlling the record output means to start a copy output operation when it is detected that the record output means has been opened;
Copy end monitoring means for monitoring that the copy output operation by the copy output start means has ended,
Based on the output signal of the copy end monitoring means, when the copy output operation is completed and the recording output means can be used, the image information of the file interrupted immediately after the interruption and the free space of the recording output means are cleared. File search means for searching for a waiting file from the storage means;
A composite facsimile apparatus comprising: an execution unit that reads out image information of a file interrupted immediately after an interruption from a memory and outputs the image information first based on a search result of the search unit. Reading means for reading several lines of the first page of the file output by the execution means,
Data insertion means for inserting arbitrary data into a part of the line read by the reading means,
5. The multi-function facsimile apparatus according to claim 4, wherein said recording and outputting means prints a mark on a part of the first page output by said executing means based on the output information of said data inserting means. Counting means for counting the number of pages of the image information received in the memory for each page,
5. The composite according to claim 4, wherein the execution means sets the count of the counting means to 1 when the interruption is completed, and re-outputs the received image information stored in the memory from the first page. Facsimile machine. In a composite facsimile apparatus in which an immediate transmission function for transmitting while reading image information of a document as the facsimile communication function is added,
First storage means for storing file information whose immediate transmission operation has been interrupted by an interrupt;
First copy output start means for controlling the reading unit to start a copy output operation when it is detected that the device constituting the reading unit has been opened;
First copy end monitoring means for monitoring completion of the copy output operation by the first copy output start means;
Reading means for first reading the information of the transmission file from the first storage means when the interruption is released and the remaining originals of the file for which the immediate transmission operation has been interrupted are set;
And transmitting means for controlling to immediately transmit the document set with the file information read by the first reading means immediately after the image information previously transmitted immediately. 5. The composite facsimile machine according to 4. In the multi-function facsimile apparatus, a memory transmission function for storing the image information of the original document in the memory while reading the image information as the facsimile communication function and holding at least until the end of transmission is added.
Second storage means for storing file information whose memory storage has been interrupted by an interrupt;
Second storage means for storing file information of which memory storage operation has been interrupted by an interrupt;
A second copy output start unit that controls the reading unit to start a copy output operation when it is detected that an apparatus constituting the reading unit has been opened;
Second copy end monitoring means for monitoring completion of the copy output operation by the second copy output start means;
A second reading unit that reads information of the file from the second storage unit when the interrupt is released and the remaining document of the file in which the memory storage operation is interrupted is set;
5. A storage device for storing a document set based on the file information read by the second reading device in a memory following the previously stored image information. A composite facsimile machine as described. Memory transmission / reception that stores transmitted / received image information before recording / output or transmission and retains at least until the end of transmission or reception, and immediate reception and reception of the original while recording / outputting the received original while receiving image information from the partner facsimile machine A composite having a facsimile transmission function of performing immediate transmission for reading while transmitting image information, a copy function of recording and outputting image information of a document read by a reading unit, and a printer function of driving based on a signal from a host computer In a facsimile machine,
Execution prohibition setting means for prohibiting use of a device that executes each function so as to prohibit execution of at least one or more of the above functions;
Monitoring means for monitoring a device corresponding to the function when an instruction signal is input to execute any one of the functions;
A composite facsimile apparatus comprising: a determination unit configured to determine whether the device monitored by the monitoring unit is usable based on an output signal of the monitoring unit and an output signal of the execution prohibition setting unit. Means for reading the contents set by the execution prohibition setting means;
10. The composite facsimile apparatus according to claim 9, further comprising: display means for displaying the content read by said reading means. Monitoring means for monitoring a function in a state prohibited by the execution prohibition setting means;
Execution / end monitoring means for monitoring that an executable function has been executed and that the execution has been completed based on an output signal of the monitoring means;
10. A canceling means for canceling the setting of the execution prohibiting means when the execution of the executable function is finished based on an output signal from the execution / termination monitoring means. Complex facsimile machine. Monitoring means for monitoring a function in a state prohibited by the execution prohibition setting means;
An execution monitoring unit that monitors whether an executable function is executed based on an output signal of the monitoring unit;
Measuring means for measuring a time during which an executable function is not executed based on an output signal of the execution monitoring means;
Based on the measurement information of the measurement means, an overtime cancellation means for canceling the setting of the execution prohibition setting means after a lapse of a certain time;
The composite facsimile apparatus according to claim 9, further comprising: First operating means for operating the execution prohibition setting means according to a specific day and time zone;
Second operating means for operating a function other than the function set by the prohibition setting means according to a specific day and time zone;
13. The composite system according to claim 12, further comprising: control means for switching the first operating means and the second operating means in accordance with the specific day and time when the specific day and time are reached. Facsimile machine.

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