JP2007226490A - Cash register (register) with function updatable personal computer, register personal computer, - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To solve the problem that many private stores in business use personal computers, each of which is not integrated with a cash register, for checking a stock or delivery date, while the costly store space is not effectively used due to installation of the personal computer and paperwork using the personal computer is not performed during working hours, thereby wasting the working hour. <P>SOLUTION: In one embodiment, the device with updatable functions is provided in which the cash register is integrated with the personal computer. In another embodiment, a synchronization function with other personal computers is provided as an option. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT

Description

  Communication between cash register and PC

  Electronic cash register, personal computer.

The use of personal computers is increasing at inventory stores and delivery date confirmations at retail stores that are currently in operation at private stores, but since they are not integrated with the register, the use of personal computers has resulted in the effective use of expensive storefront spaces. Hindering. In store sales, when working without customer service, office work using a personal computer can be performed, but there is no device integrated with a register, so work hours are wasted. One reason for the lack of an integrated device is that the device set must be replaced when the function is updated.

  In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the first invention is an apparatus in which a cash register machine and a personal computer are integrated so that the functions can be updated. The second invention is an optional synchronization function with another personal computer.

  There is no need to buy a cash register every time a function update occurs. You can do paperwork on your computer when you are not waiting for customers. By using a personal computer for customer service, more advanced customer service is possible, and an increase in sales can be expected.

The present invention has a form in which a cash register and a personal computer are integrated. Although it is a design often used for aircrafts with long usage periods, it is designed to be able to perform several functions update (upgrade) including the hardware of the register and the PC separately, like a peripheral device shared with both the register and the PC It has a connection method as a basic structure. This is similar to being able to print from an old computer, for example, even if you buy a new computer and continue to use the printer. In order to make such a design possible, the volume is slightly increased, but the occupied area is much smaller than when the register and the personal computer are separately installed. Since it is equipped with a hot key for switching to the register, it is possible to switch to only the register function instantly at the time of customer service. When the Hot key is pressed, the personal computer function safely and securely puts the work in any operating state and stores the data up to that point. Equipped with power outage countermeasures. On the other hand, it is equipped with a hot key for switching to a personal computer, so the personal computer function can be used immediately after the end of customer service. The optional synchronous sync function is a function that creates a section in a personal computer or home server in exactly the same state as a registrar. Whichever content is changed, the other content is immediately changed wirelessly or wiredly. With this function, it is possible to carry out specific personal computer work consistently at the store or office. It is also possible to monitor in the office with a security camera in the store using the communication technology of this function. Asynchronous synchronization function provided as a standard function enables the function update to be carried out by the supplier. Normal business during that time will be done by a vendor lending machine.

"Effect of the embodiment"
Since the function can be updated, the cost can be reduced by not purchasing a high-end personal computer.

"Other embodiments"
An information display section is also provided on the customer side to announce the main product. Added POS reader and card reader.

The perspective view of one embodiment of this invention is shown.

Explanation of symbols

Symbols in "Fig. 1"
1 Key part of register (adopts key layout for each block)
2 Register hot key 3 Receipt printing section 4 Customer display 5 Integrated display screen 6 Register information display section 7 PC information display section 8 PC hot key 9 Main key 10 Cordless keyboard (the numeric keypad is shared with the register)
11 Ultrapad (substitute for mouse) 12 Media slot 13 DVD multi-drive 14 Register, PC dividing wall 15 Drawer key 16 Drawer

Claims (2)

A device that integrates a cash register (register) and a personal computer that can be updated. Synchronous synchronization function with another personal computer of the apparatus of claim 1.

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