JP2023098441A - Monitor system and program - Google Patents

Abstract

To motivate a user to use a monitor system more.SOLUTION: The monitor system monitors a monitor area where a user goes in and goes out for intrusions on the basis of a plurality of security modes. The monitor system includes: determination means 413 for determining a privilege for a user according to the use of the monitor system; and output means 415 for outputting privilege information showing the privilege determined by the determination means 413.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates to a technology for giving benefits according to use of a monitoring system.

A security system having multiple security modes is known (for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2008-250745 A

In order to make full use of the monitoring system, users need to perform various operations such as setting the security mode in their daily lives. Therefore, there is a demand for a mechanism that increases the motivation to make more use of the monitoring system.

One of the objects of the present invention is to increase the motivation of the user to make more use of the monitoring system.

One aspect of the present invention is a monitoring system that monitors intrusions into a monitored area where a user enters and exits based on a plurality of security modes, wherein a privilege to be given to the user is determined according to the use of the monitoring system. and an output means for outputting privilege information indicating the privilege determined by the determining means.

The determining means may determine the privilege according to use of the plurality of security modes.

The monitoring system may further include setting means for setting one of the plurality of security modes, and the determination means may determine the privilege according to the type of the security mode that has been set.

The plurality of security modes include a security mode for monitoring the monitoring area and a release mode for not monitoring the monitoring area, and the determining means sets the release mode when the security mode is set. A benefit may be determined that is more valuable than if it were offered.

The plurality of security modes include an unmanned security mode for monitoring the monitoring area when the monitoring area is unmanned and a manned security mode for monitoring the monitoring area when the monitoring area is manned, and the determining means includes: When the manned alert mode is set, a privilege with a higher value than when the unmanned alert mode is set may be determined.

The monitoring system further comprises notification means for notifying the user who is not using the manned security mode based on the setting history of the plurality of security modes, and notifying the user not using the manned security mode to use the manned security mode. means, when the manned alert mode is set according to the operation of the user after the notification is given, compared to when the manned alert mode is set before the notification is given; High value perks may be determined.

The determining means may determine the privilege according to a type of operation of the monitoring system performed by the user.

Setting means for setting one of the plurality of security modes is further provided, and the determination means determines, when the type of operation is the type of operation for setting one of the plurality of security modes, to set one of the plurality of security modes. You may determine a privilege with a high value compared with the case where it is the classification of operation.

Another aspect of the present invention is the step of determining, in a computer, a privilege to be given to the user according to the use of a monitoring system that monitors intrusions into a monitored area that the user enters and exits based on a plurality of security modes. and outputting privilege information indicating the determined privilege.

ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, a user's motivation to make more use of a monitoring system can be improved.

It is a figure showing an example of composition of a surveillance system concerning an embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of a structure of a controller. It is a figure which shows an example of a structure of a server apparatus. It is a figure which shows an example of a point calculation table. It is a figure which shows an example of a point management table. It is a figure which shows an example of a structure of a user terminal. 4 is a sequence chart showing an example of the operation of the monitoring system;

1. Configuration FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of a monitoring system 10 according to an embodiment. The monitoring system 10 provides a monitoring service for monitoring abnormalities such as intrusion into a monitoring area 50 where users enter and exit. In one example, monitored area 50 is a residence in which a user resides. The term "residence" here is not necessarily limited to living, but also includes staying for a certain amount of time. However, the monitoring area 50 is not limited to the residence of the user, and may be an office building, a commercial facility, or the like. In addition, the monitoring system 10 provides benefits to users according to their use of the monitoring system 10 in order to motivate the users to make more use of the monitoring system 10 . The privilege here means an incentive such as a product or service that benefits the user or makes the user feel that the monitoring system 10 is being used. The points and items given to the user, which will be described later, are an example of the privilege according to the present invention.

The monitoring system 10 includes multiple sensors 100 , a controller 200 , a setting unit 300 , a server device 400 , a wearable terminal 500 and a user terminal 600 . A plurality of sensors 100, a controller 200, and a setting unit 300 are installed in a monitoring area 50 such as a user's residence, and connected via a communication network 11 such as a LAN (Local Area Network). The server device 400 is installed in a monitoring center operated by a business that provides monitoring services. Both the wearable terminal 500 and the user terminal 600 are owned by the user. Controller 200, server device 400, and user terminal 600 are connected via communication network 12 including the Internet and a mobile communication network. Wearable terminal 500 and user terminal 600 are paired in advance and connected wirelessly.

A plurality of sensors 100 are used for intrusion monitoring applications to detect intruders into the monitored area 50 . When the monitoring area 50 is a residence, the plurality of sensors 100 include sensors 100 installed inside the residence (hereinafter also referred to as “indoor sensors 100”) and sensors 100 installed outside the residence ( Hereinafter, also referred to as “outdoor sensor 100”). The indoor sensor 100 is installed, for example, in an opening such as an entrance door or a window, in a flow line portion such as a passage in a residence, or in a living room. The outdoor sensor 100 is installed, for example, in a garden or a gate. The plurality of sensors 100 includes window/door sensors and occupancy sensors.

A window/door sensor is installed at an opening such as an entrance door, a window, a gate, etc., and detects opening of an opening/closing member such as a door or a window. Examples of window/door sensors include a sensor that detects a change in magnetic field to detect door opening, and a sensor that detects door opening by turning on/off a tamper switch. A human sensor, also called a space sensor, is installed in a flow line portion or a living room to detect the presence of a person. Examples of human sensors include sensors that detect the presence of people based on fluctuations in heat rays, sensors that detect the presence of people using sound waves and high frequencies, sensors that detect the presence of people from input images, and sensors that detect the presence of people from the light projection unit. A sensor that detects the presence of a person when light is blocked is exemplified.

The controller 200 is also called a security device, and uses the sensor 100 to monitor an intrusion into the monitoring area 50 where the user enters and exits based on a security mode set according to the user's operation. When an intruder is detected by sensor 100 , controller 200 notifies server device 400 that an intruder has entered monitoring area 50 . Controller 200 has three security modes: an unmanned security mode, a manned security mode, and a release mode. The controller 200 is mainly embedded in the wall of the living room or placed on the table.

The unmanned security mode is used when the user goes out and the monitoring area 50 is unmanned, and is a security mode for monitoring the monitoring area 50 . In the unmanned alert mode, intrusion monitoring is performed in the entire monitored area 50 . In the unmanned alert mode, when sensor 100 outputs detection information, controller 200 transmits an abnormality signal to server device 400 . When the unmanned alert mode is set, the sensor 100 that monitors the exit route of the user starts detecting an intruder after a predetermined time has elapsed since the unmanned alert mode was set. It is preferable not to erroneously detect a user who goes out as an intruder.

The manned guard mode is a guard mode used when a user is in the monitored area 50 (at home), that is, when manned, and monitors the monitored area 50 . In the manned alert mode, at least a part of the monitoring area 50 is monitored for intrusion within a range in which the behavior of the user at home is allowed to a certain extent and no abnormal intrusion is determined. For example, in the manned alert mode, a predetermined peripheral area such as an entrance door, a window, a gate, and the outside of a residence is monitored in order to detect an intrusion into the monitored area 50 from the outside. Alternatively, among the plurality of areas included in the monitoring area 50, an area designated according to the user's operation may be monitored. In the manned alert mode, when detection information is output from the sensors 100 installed in the outer peripheral area or a designated area (second floor, etc.), the controller 200 transmits an abnormality signal to the server device 400 . On the other hand, even if detection information is output from the sensor 100 installed in the outer area or a place other than the designated area, this detection information is ignored, and the controller 200 does not send an abnormality signal to the server device 400 . In addition, when the sensor 100 is not installed in a part of the user's activity area (such as when there is no human sensor in the room or hallway and only a window/door sensor is installed), all sensors are activated in the manned alert mode. Intrusion monitoring by 100 (monitoring the entire monitoring area 50) may be performed. Since both the unmanned monitoring mode and the manned monitoring mode are security modes for monitoring the monitoring area 50, they are also collectively referred to as "security mode".

The release mode is a security mode in which monitoring of the monitoring area 50 is not performed. Release mode is used when there is no need to monitor intruders. In the release mode, an intruder to the monitoring area 50 is not monitored, and even if detection information is output from the sensor 100, the detection information is ignored and an abnormality signal is not transmitted from the controller 200 to the server device 400.

The setting unit 300 accepts an operation to set the guard mode of the controller 200 . For example, the setting unit 300 is installed at the entrance of a residence and used to set the security mode when going out or returning to the building.

When the server device 400 receives an anomaly signal from the controller 200, it outputs information about the monitored area 50 and the user, so that the controller of the monitoring sensor can confirm the user and deal with security guards rushing to the monitored area 50. encourage In addition, the server device 400 performs processing for giving benefits to users according to the use of the monitoring system 10 .

The wearable terminal 500 is worn on a part of the user's arm or the like, and is used for inputting/outputting various kinds of information regarding an operation to set the security mode and a monitoring service. The wearable terminal 500 communicates with the user terminal 600 to transmit and receive various types of information. Examples of the wearable terminal 500 include a wristwatch-type wearable terminal, a ring-type wearable terminal, and a glasses-type wearable terminal.

A user terminal 600 is carried by a user and used for inputting/outputting various information related to an operation to set a security mode and a monitoring service. Examples of the user terminal 600 include smart phones, mobile phones, personal computers, and tablet terminals.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of the controller 200. As shown in FIG. Controller 200 includes control unit 201 , storage unit 202 , communication unit 203 , operation unit 204 , display unit 205 , and ringing unit 206 . Each part of the controller 200 is connected via a bus.

The control unit 201 is a processor that controls each unit of its own device and performs various types of processing. For example, the control unit 201 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit). The storage unit 202 is a memory that stores various data such as a program for realizing the functions of its own device, the currently set security mode, and the user ID (identification) of the user of the controller 200 . Here, it is assumed that there is one user in the monitored area 50 . In this case, the user ID of one user is stored in the storage unit 202 . For example, the storage unit 202 includes at least one of ROM (Read Only Memory), RAM (Random Access Memory), HDD (Hard Disk Drive), and SSD (Solid State Drive). The communication unit 203 is a communication interface for connecting the device itself to the communication networks 11 and 12 . A communication unit 203 is used to communicate with other devices connected via the communication network 11 or 12 .

The operation unit 204 receives various operations for the monitoring system 10, such as an operation for setting the security mode. For example, the operation unit 204 includes a touch sensor that receives an operation on the screen of the display unit 205 and an operation button that receives an operation to set the security mode. The display unit 205 displays various types of information such as the currently set security mode, the state of the sensor 100, and information indicating the installation location of the sensor 100. FIG. For example, display unit 205 includes a liquid crystal display. Further, the display unit 205 may be configured as a touch panel by combining with a touch sensor. The ringing unit 206 outputs various sounds such as a sound indicating the occurrence of an abnormality and a message voice. For example, the ringing unit 206 includes a speaker.

The control unit 201 functions as acquisition means 211 , setting means 212 , transmission means 213 , acquisition means 214 and display control means 215 . These functions are realized by the control unit 201 executing a program stored in the storage unit 202 and by the control unit 201 performing calculations or controlling each unit of the controller 200 .

Acquisition means 211 acquires operation information indicating an operation for setting the security mode. An operation to set the security mode is performed using the operation unit 204 , the setting unit 300 , the user terminal 600 or the wearable terminal 500 . When an operation to set the security mode is performed using the setting unit 300 , the acquisition means 211 receives operation information indicating this operation from the setting unit 300 . When an operation to set the security mode is performed using the user terminal 600 or the wearable terminal 500 , the acquisition unit 211 receives operation information indicating this operation from the user terminal 600 or the wearable terminal 500 via the server device 400 .

The setting unit 212 sets one of a plurality of security modes according to user's operation. When an operation to set the security mode is performed using the operation unit 204, the setting means 212 sets the security mode according to this operation. When an operation to set the security mode is performed using the setting unit 300, the user terminal 600, or the wearable terminal 500, the setting unit 212 sets the security mode according to the operation indicated by the operation information acquired by the acquisition unit 211. set.

When the user operates the monitoring system 10 using the operation unit 204 or the setting unit 300 , the transmission unit 213 transmits operation information indicating this operation to the server device 400 . The operation information includes the user ID stored in storage unit 202 . When the user performs an operation to set the security mode, this operation information further includes information indicating the type of security mode that has been set and the date and time when the security mode was set. The operation information may be transmitted each time an operation is performed by the user, or the operation information may be temporarily stored in the storage unit 202 each time an operation is performed by the user and then collectively transmitted at predetermined time intervals. good too.

Acquisition means 214 acquires privilege information indicating privileges granted to the user of controller 200 . The privilege information is transmitted from server device 400 to controller 200 . Acquisition means 214 receives this privilege information. The display control means 215 causes the display section 205 to display the privilege information acquired by the acquisition means 214 .

FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of the server device 400. As shown in FIG. The server device 400 includes a control section 401 , a storage section 402 and a communication section 403 . Each unit of the server device 400 is connected via a bus. The control unit 401, the storage unit 402, and the communication unit 403 are basically the same as the control unit 201, the storage unit 202, and the communication unit 203 of the controller 200, respectively. However, the storage unit 402 stores a program for realizing the functions of the server device 400 , a point calculation table 421 and a point management table 422 . The communication unit 403 is a communication interface for connecting the device itself to the communication network 12 and is used to communicate with other devices connected via the communication network 12 .

FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of the point calculation table 421. As shown in FIG. The point calculation table 421 is used for determining points to be given to the user according to the operation of the monitoring system 10. FIG. The point calculation table 421 includes the type of operation, the type of security mode, and the given points. In the example shown in FIG. 4, the type of operation "set security mode" is associated with the types of security mode "release mode", "manned security mode", and "unmanned security mode". 3 points, 10 points, and 7 points are associated with the security mode types of "release mode," "manned security mode," and "unmanned security mode," respectively. This means that when the type of operation performed by the user is "set security mode" and the type of security mode set by this operation is "release mode", 3 points are given to the user, It indicates that 10 points are given to the user in the case of the "manned alert mode", and 7 points are given to the user in the case of the "unmanned alert mode". One point is associated with the type of operation "other". This indicates that 1 point is given to the user when the type of operation performed by the user is other than "setting security mode".

Note that the points shown in FIG. 4 are an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. When the type of security mode set by the user's operation is "release mode", when it is "manned security mode", and when it is "unmanned security mode", the points given to the user are respectively , 3 points, 10 points, or 7 points. Also, when the "release mode" is set, the points to be given are determined to be 0, and when the "manned alert mode" and "unmanned alert mode" are set, the points to be given are determined to be 5 points. may In addition, points given to the user when the type of security mode set by the user's operation is "release mode", "manned security mode", and "unmanned security mode" are not necessarily different. For example, 5 points are associated with each of the types of security modes such as "release mode", "manned security mode", and "unmanned security mode", and the user is given 5 points regardless of which security mode is set. Points may be awarded. However, in order to increase the user's motivation to use the security mode, if the type of security mode set by the user's operation is "manned security mode" or "unmanned security mode", "release mode , it is preferable to give a higher point than in the case of . In addition, in order to increase the user's motivation to use the manned alert mode, if the type of security mode set by the user's operation is "manned alert mode", "unmanned alert mode" or "cancel mode" It is preferable to give higher points than in the case of "mode". Further, the points given to the user when the type of operation performed by the user is the type of "other" may be more than 1 point. Further, among the types of "other", there may be a type to which 1 point is awarded and a type to which 2 points are awarded. However, in order to increase the user's motivation to perform the operation to set the security mode, the type of operation performed by the user is "set security mode" compared to "other". It is preferable that high points are given as a result.

FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of the point management table 422. As shown in FIG. It is used for managing the points given to each user. The point management table 422 includes user IDs and points. A user ID is information that uniquely identifies a user. Each user ID is associated with points given to the user identified by the user ID. A point is a score given to a user. The higher the points, the higher the value. The user can receive profitable goods or services according to the points. The higher the points, the higher the value of the goods or services provided to the user. In the example shown in FIG. 5, a user ID of "001" is associated with 20 points. This indicates that 20 points are given to the user whose user ID is "001".

Returning to FIG. 3 , the control unit 401 functions as acquisition means 411 , determination means 412 , determination means 413 , provision means 414 and output means 415 . These functions are realized by the control unit 401 executing a program stored in the storage unit 402 and by the control unit 401 performing calculations or controlling each unit of the server device 400 .

When the user performs an operation on the monitoring system 10, the acquisition unit 411 acquires operation information indicating this operation. This operation corresponds to using the monitoring system 10 . When the monitoring system 10 is operated using the controller 200 or the setting unit 300 , the acquisition means 411 receives operation information indicating this operation from the controller 200 . When the user terminal 600 is used to operate the monitoring system 10 , the acquisition unit 411 receives operation information indicating this operation from the user terminal 600 . When the monitoring system 10 is operated using the wearable terminal 500 , the acquisition means 411 receives operation information indicating this operation via the user terminal 600 .

The determination unit 412 determines the type of operation indicated by the operation information acquired by the acquisition unit 411 . Each operation of the monitoring system 10 and the type of operation to which the operation belongs are determined in advance and stored in the storage unit 402 . In one example, the types of operations include "setting security mode" and "others." The type of operation "setting security mode" includes an operation for setting security mode. The type of operation "Others" includes an operation to check the setting history of the security mode, an operation to check whether the sensor 100 is operating normally and to confirm whether the security mode can be set, and the use of a monitoring service. Operation to check various notifications such as reports indicating the degree of monitoring, notification information, questionnaires, etc., operation to log in to the application program that provides functions related to the monitoring service (hereinafter referred to as "monitoring service application"), registration of emergency contact information, etc. Regular inspection operations including information confirmation and battery replacement, and operations for confirming images captured by cameras installed in the monitoring area 50 when the user is absent are included.

Further, when the operation indicated by the operation information acquired by the acquiring unit 411 is an operation for setting the security mode, the determination unit 412 determines the type of the set security mode. Since the operation information includes the set security mode type, the determining unit 412 determines the security mode type included in the operation information as the set security mode type.

The determining means 413 determines points for the user according to the use of the monitoring system 10 . The determining means 413 basically determines points according to the type of operation determined by the determining means 412 . However, when the type of operation determined by the determination unit 412 is "setting of security mode", the determination unit 413 determines points according to the use of the security mode, for example, the type of the set security mode. . In one example, the determining means 413 determines points associated with the type of operation or the type of security mode determined by the determining means 412 in the point calculation table 421 .

At this time, when the operation type determined by the determination unit 412 is "other", the determination unit 413 determines that the operation type determined by the determination unit 412 is "setting security mode". to determine the low point. In other words, when the type of operation determined by the determination unit 412 is "setting security mode", the determination unit 413 determines that the type of operation determined by the determination unit 412 is "other". Determine high points. In addition, when the type of operation determined by the determination unit 412 is "set security mode", the determination unit 413 determines the highest point when the manned security mode is set, and determines the highest point when the unmanned security mode is set. Determines the second highest point when the release mode is set, and determines the lowest point when the release mode is set. In other words, the determining means 413 determines a higher point when the alert mode is set than when the release mode is set. The determining means 413 determines a higher point when the manned alert mode is set than when the unmanned alert mode is set. In addition, 0 points are determined when the release mode is set, and 5 points are determined when the manned or unmanned alert mode is set, or when the release mode is set when the alert mode is set. It can be said that a privilege with a high value is determined as compared with the case.

Note that the method of determining the points is not limited to the method using the point calculation table 421, and other methods may be used. For example, the reference point and the multiplier are determined such that the reference point is 1 point, the type of operation "Other" is 1x, the release mode is 3x, the unmanned alert mode is 7x, and the manned alert mode is 10x. Alternatively, the determining means 413 may determine the points by multiplying the reference points by a multiplier determined for the type of operation or the type of set security mode.

Giving means 414 gives the points determined by determining means 413 to the user. In one example, the granting means 414 grants points to the user by updating the points associated with the user's user ID in the point management table 422 . Also, the granting means 414 grants the user an item corresponding to the user's points. In one example, an item is a component of an object included in a screen displayed by a monitoring service application (hereinafter referred to as an "application screen") (for example, a house, windows, doors, plants, etc. that mimic the monitoring area 50). , posts, animals, etc.). Points required for using each item (hereinafter referred to as “required points”) are determined in advance and stored in storage unit 402 of server device 400 . Giving means 414 releases the item to the user when the points given to the user reach the required points for an item. "Releasing" here means making the item available. This allows the user to use this item to customize the object on the application screen.

Note that the user's points may or may not be consumed by releasing the item. If the points are not consumed, the granting means 414 releases the item without requiring a request from the user, and does not reduce the points granted to the user even if the item is released. On the other hand, when the points are consumed, the granting means 414 releases the item in response to the request from the user, and subtracts the required points of the released item from the user's points stored in the point management table 422. I do.

The output unit 415 outputs privilege information indicating privileges granted to the user. The privilege information includes information indicating points determined by the determining means 413 . The privilege information may also include information indicating points of the user stored in the point management table 422 and items newly given to the user. In one example, the output means 415 transmits privilege information to at least one of the controller 200 , the wearable terminal 500 and the user terminal 600 . The user ID of each user and the communication addresses of the controller 200, wearable terminal 500, and user terminal 600 used by the user are associated in advance and stored in the storage unit 402 of the server device 400 . The output means 415 transmits the privilege information to the communication address stored in association with the user ID of the user to whom the point was given. The transmission of this privilege information may be delivered by push type or may be delivered by pull type.

FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of the user terminal 600. As shown in FIG. User terminal 600 includes control unit 601 , storage unit 602 , communication unit 603 , operation unit 604 , display unit 605 , and sensor unit 606 . Each unit of the user terminal 600 is connected via a bus. The control unit 601, the storage unit 602, the communication unit 603, the operation unit 604, and the display unit 605 are basically the control unit 201 of the controller 200, the storage unit 202, the communication unit 403 of the server device 400, and the controller 200, respectively. It is similar to the operation unit 204 and the display unit 205 . However, the storage unit 602 stores the monitoring service application and the user ID of the user of the user terminal 600 . The communication unit 603 is also used to wirelessly communicate with the wearable terminal 500 according to the wireless communication standard. The communication unit 603 performs pairing with the wearable terminal 500 . The operation unit 604 includes, for example, a touch sensor that receives operations on the screen of the display unit 605 and operation buttons that receive various operations. The sensor unit 606 includes various sensors.

The control unit 601 functions as transmission means 611 , acquisition means 612 and display control means 613 . These functions are realized by the control unit 601 executing a program stored in the storage unit 602 and by the control unit 601 performing calculations or controlling each unit of the user terminal 600 .

When the user operates the monitoring system 10 using the operation unit 604 , the transmission means 611 transmits operation information indicating this operation to the server device 400 in the same manner as the transmission means 213 of the controller 200 . The operation information includes the user ID stored in storage unit 602 . When the user performs an operation to set the security mode, the operation information further includes information indicating the type of security mode that has been set and the date and time when the security mode was set. The operation information may be transmitted each time an operation is performed by the user, or the operation information may be temporarily stored in the storage unit 602 each time an operation is performed by the user and then collectively transmitted at predetermined time intervals. good too.

Acquiring means 612 acquires privilege information indicating a privilege granted to the user of the user terminal 600, similarly to the acquiring means 214 of the controller 200. FIG. The privilege information is transmitted from server device 400 to user terminal 600 . Acquisition means 612 receives this privilege information. The display control means 613 causes the display section 605 to display the privilege information acquired by the acquisition means 612 in the same manner as the display control means 215 of the controller 200 .

2. Operation FIG. 7 is a sequence chart showing an example of the operation of the monitoring system 10. FIG. This operation is started when the user operates the monitoring system 10 . Here, a case where the user operates the monitoring system 10 using the controller 200 will be described as an example.

In step S<b>11 , the user (hereinafter referred to as “target user”) operates the monitoring system 10 using the operation unit 204 of the controller 200 . In step S<b>12 , the transmission means 213 of the controller 200 transmits operation information indicating this operation to the server device 400 . For example, when the user ID of the target user is "001", the user ID "001" is included in this operation information. When the operation information is transmitted from the controller 200, the acquisition means 411 of the server device 400 receives this operation information.

Although omitted in FIG. 7, when the user operates the monitoring system 10, the controller 200 or the server device 400 performs processing according to this operation. For example, when the user performs an operation to set the security mode, the setting means 212 of the controller 200 sets the security mode according to this operation.

In step S13, the determination unit 412 of the server device 400 determines the type of operation indicated by the received operation information. For example, when the operation indicated by the operation information is an operation for setting the security mode, the determination unit 412 determines the type of operation "set security mode". On the other hand, if the operation indicated by the operation information is the operation of logging into the monitoring service application, the determining unit 412 determines the type of operation as "other". In step S14, the determination unit 412 of the server device 400 determines whether or not the type of operation determined in step S13 is "setting security mode." If the type of operation determined in step S13 is "setting security mode" (determination in step S14 is YES), the process proceeds to step S15.

In step S15, the determination unit 412 of the server device 400 determines the security mode type set by the target user's operation. For example, when the target user performs an operation to set the manned warning mode, the operation information includes the manned warning mode type. When the operation information includes the type of manned security mode, the determining means 412 determines the type of security mode as "manned security mode".

On the other hand, in step S14 described above, when it is determined that the type of operation is not "setting security mode" (determination in step S14 is NO), the process of step S15 described above is skipped, and the process proceeds to step S16. .

In step S16, the determination unit 413 of the server device 400, based on the point calculation table 421, according to the type of operation determined in step S13 or the type of security mode determined in step S15, the target user Decide how many points to give. More specifically, when the type of operation "other" is determined in step S13 described above, the determination unit 413 determines points according to the type of operation. For example, when the type of operation "others" is determined, the determination unit 413 determines one point associated with the type of operation "others" in the point calculation table 421 shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the type of operation "setting security mode" is determined in step S13 described above, the determination unit 413 determines points according to the type of security mode determined in step S15 described above. For example, when the security mode type "manned security mode" is determined, the determination means 413 calculates 10 points corresponding to the security mode type "manned security mode" in the point calculation table 421 shown in FIG. decide.

In step S17, the granting unit 414 of the server device 400 updates the point management table 422 based on the points determined in step S16. For example, if the user ID of the target user included in the operation information is "001" and 10 points are determined in step S16, the granting unit 414 adds "001" to the point management table 422 shown in FIG. 10 points are added to the 20 points associated with the user ID. As a result, the total number of points given to the user whose user ID is "001" is 30 points.

In step S18, the provision unit 414 of the server device 400 determines whether or not the points of the target user updated in step S17 have reached the required points for any item. Here, "reached" means that the user's points have increased from less than the required points to more than the required points due to this update. If it is determined that the points of the target user have reached the required points for the item (YES in step S18), the process proceeds to step S19. In step S19, the granting unit 414 of the server device 400 grants the target user an item corresponding to the points of the target user. Here, it is assumed that a house object is displayed on the application screen, and the required points for the window item for customizing this house object are 30 points. For example, when the points of the user whose user ID is "001" are updated to 30 points, the granting unit 414 determines that the points of the target user have reached the required points for the item of the window. item is released to the user whose user ID is "001". This allows the target user to customize the house object on the application screen using the customization window.

On the other hand, in step S18 described above, if it is determined that the points of the target user have not reached the required points for any item (determination in step S18 is NO), the processing of step S19 described above is skipped and the processing is performed. goes to step S20.

In step S20, the output unit 415 of the server device 400 transmits privilege information indicating the privilege given to the target user to the user terminal 600 of the target user. For example, when the user ID of the target user is "001", the output unit 415 uses the communication address of the user terminal 600 stored in the storage unit 402 in association with the user ID "001" to The privilege information is transmitted to the user terminal 600 of the target user. The privilege information includes information indicating the points determined in step S16 and the points updated in step S17. Further, when an item is given in step S19, information indicating this item may be included in the privilege information. When privilege information is transmitted from the server device 400, the acquiring means 612 of the user terminal 600 receives this privilege information.

In step S21, the display control means 613 of the user terminal 600 causes the display unit 605 to display the received privilege information. In one example, the display unit 605 of the user terminal 600 displays "You have earned 10 points this time. Your current points are 30 points. A new window item for customization has been released." A message is displayed. Note that the timing of determining the points to be given to the user and the timing of giving the determined points to the user are not limited to the timing when the user operates the monitoring system 10 . For example, when a predetermined reference time (for example, 6 o'clock) arrives, the determination unit 413 refers to the operation history (security mode setting operation, operation to log in to the monitoring service application, etc.) for the monitoring system 10, and (24 hours, etc.) determines the given points according to the user's operation, and the granting means 414 and the output means 415 update the point management table 422 according to the determined points and provide privilege information to the target user. may be sent. Also, the timing for determining the points is the timing for determining the points and updating the point management table 422 every time the user operates the monitoring system 10, and the timing for giving the points is the timing when the reference time arrives. good.

In the example shown in FIG. 7, the user operates the monitoring system 10 using the controller 200, but as another example, the user uses the user terminal 600 instead of the controller 200 to operate the monitoring system. Ten operations may be performed. In another example, instead of the transmitting means 213 of the controller 200, the transmitting means 611 of the user terminal 600 transmits the operation information. Also, the setting means 212 of the controller 200 performs an operation to set the guard mode based on the operation information transferred from the server device 400 .

Also, in the example shown in FIG. 7, the privilege information is transmitted to and displayed on the user terminal 600, but as another example, the privilege information is used by the user in place of the user terminal 600 or together with the user terminal 600. It may be transmitted to the controller 200 and displayed. In another example, the output unit 415 of the server device 400 uses the communication address of the controller 200 stored in the storage unit 402 in association with the user ID "001" to identify the controller 200 used by the target user. Send special offer information to When privilege information is transmitted from the server device 400, the obtaining means 214 of the controller 200 receives this privilege information. The display control means 215 of the controller 200 causes the display section 205 to display the received privilege information.

Furthermore, the wearable terminal 500 has the same configuration as the user terminal 600 as illustrated in FIG. good too.

According to the above-described embodiment, the more the monitoring system 10 is used, the more points the user can obtain and the more items can be used. The effect of motivating the person to make more use of the monitoring system 10 can be enhanced. In addition, when the user performs an operation to set the security mode, the points to be added increase compared to when other operations are performed, so the user is motivated to perform the operation to set the security mode. can increase Furthermore, when the user performs an operation to set the alert mode, the points added increase compared to when the user performs an operation to set the release mode, so the user is motivated to set the alert mode. can increase Furthermore, when the user performs an operation to set the manned alert mode, points are added more than when the user performs an operation to set the unmanned alert mode. You can increase your motivation to do it.

3. Modifications The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and may be implemented in modifications such as the following modifications. The following modified examples may be used alone, or two or more of them may be used in combination.

Modification 1
In the embodiment described above, the determining means 413 may determine the privilege only according to the type of operation of the monitoring system 10. FIG. Here, it is assumed that the types of operations of the monitoring system 10 include "security mode setting relation", "notification confirmation relation", and "others". The type of operation "security mode setting" includes, for example, an operation to set the security mode, an operation to check the setting history of the security mode, an operation to check whether the sensor 100 is operating normally, and the like to set the security mode. It includes an operation to check if it is possible. The type of operation "notification confirmation" includes reports indicating the degree of utilization of monitoring services, notification information (confirmation notification of registered information such as emergency contact information, confirmation notification such as battery replacement of each device, etc.), various types of questionnaires, etc. Includes the operation to confirm the notification of The type of operation "Others" includes an operation of logging in to the monitoring service application, an operation of checking an image captured by a camera installed in the monitoring area 50 when the user is absent, and the like. In one example, 5 points are associated with the type of operation "security mode setting", 3 points are associated with the type of operation "confirm notification", and 3 points are associated with the type of operation "others". is associated with 1 point. The determining means 413 determines 5 points when the type of operation determined in step S13 is "regarding security mode setting", and determines 3 points when it is "relating to notification confirmation". , 1 point if "other". In addition, in this modification, the processes of steps S14 and S15 described above may not be performed. According to this modified example, high points can be given according to the operation of the specific type, so that it is possible to increase the motivation of the user to perform the operation of the monitoring system 10 belonging to the specific type. Also, points may be given according to the user's activity amount (number of steps, movement distance, etc.) measured by the wearable terminal 500 or the user terminal 600 . As a result, in addition to the operation of the monitoring system 10, by giving points according to the user's own information, it is possible to increase motivation for daily use.

As described in the above-described embodiment and this modified example, the determining means 413 determines the points when the operation to set the security mode is performed, so the points are determined according to the use of the security mode. It can be said that The points determined according to the use of the security mode may differ depending on the type of security mode, as in the point calculation table 421 shown in FIG. may

Modification 2
In the embodiment described above, the determining means 413 may determine the privilege according to the usage time of the caution mode. The storage unit 402 of the server device 400 stores the security mode setting history of each user, which is generated based on the operation information acquired by the acquisition unit 411 . The security mode setting history includes the user ID of the user who performed the operation to set the security mode, the date and time when the security mode was set, and the type of the security mode that was set. Based on the setting history of the security mode stored in the storage unit 402, the determination unit 413 determines the total usage time of the security mode in a predetermined period such as one day or one week, that is, the usage time of the manned security mode and the unmanned security mode. or the total usage time of the manned alert mode is calculated for each user. For example, for a user with a user ID of "001", according to the security mode setting history, the manned security mode is set from 0:00 to 9:00 on a certain day, and the unmanned security mode is set from 9:00 to 15:00. If it is indicated that the manned alert mode was set from 18:00 to 24:00, the total usage time of the manned alert mode for this day for this user is 15 hours, and the total usage time of the unmanned alert mode is 6 hours. Become. In this case, the determining means 413 counts 15 hours + 6 hours = 21 hours as the total usage time of the alert mode. Alternatively, the determining means 413 counts 15 hours as the total usage time of the manned alert mode.

The determining means 413 determines points to be given to the user according to the total usage time. At this time, the determining means 413 determines a higher point as the total usage time is longer. The term "progress" here does not have to mean a direct proportion. may mean. Here, for the total usage time, a first threshold (for example, 5 hours), a second threshold that is larger than the first threshold (for example, 10 hours), and a third threshold that is larger than the second threshold (for example, 15 hours) are set in advance. It is defined and stored in storage unit 402 . For example, the determining means 413 determines 3 points when the total usage time of the alert mode or the manned alert mode is greater than or equal to the first threshold and less than the second threshold, and determines 3 points when it is greater than or equal to the second threshold and less than the third threshold. 7 points are determined, and 10 points if above the third threshold. According to this modified example, the longer the usage time of the alert mode or the manned alert mode, the higher the points given to the user. can be done.

Modification 3
In the above-described embodiments, the determining means 413 may determine additional points if a particular security mode is used during a particular period of time. The usage time of the security mode is indicated by the set date and time of the security mode included in the operation information. For example, if an operation to set the manned alert mode is performed at 11:00 p.m. It is time to use the manned alert mode. In one example, if the usage time of the manned alert mode includes a nighttime period, the determining means 413 adds 1 additional point in addition to the 10 points given according to the operation to set the manned alert mode. determine the point. According to this modified example, it is possible to increase the user's motivation to use a specific security mode during a specific time period.

Modification 4
In the above-described embodiment, if the server device 400 has a function of notifying users who are not using the manned alert mode to guide them to use the manned alert mode, the determining means 413 determines whether this notification is performed. Additional points may be determined if the manned alert mode is set by the user's operation after the warning. In this modification, the storage unit 402 of the server device 400 stores security mode setting history of each user, which is generated based on the operation information acquired by the acquisition unit 411 . The security mode setting history includes the user ID of the user who performed the operation to set the security mode, the type of the security mode that was set, and the date and time when the security mode was set. The control unit 401 of the server device 400 further functions as notification means.

The notification means of the server device 400 identifies a user who does not use the manned security mode based on the security mode setting history stored in the storage unit 402, and identifies the controller 200 and the wearable terminal 500 used by this user. , and to at least one of the user terminals 600, a notification guiding the use of the manned alert mode. A user who has not used the manned alert mode may be a user who has never used the manned alert mode, or a user who has not used the manned alert mode for a predetermined period of time such as 3 days, 1 week, or 1 month. The user may be a user who has not used the manned alert mode even once. Upon receiving this notification from server device 400, at least one of controller 200, wearable terminal 500, and user terminal 600 displays this notification. This notification includes, for example, the message "Would you like to use the manned alert mode?"

The determination means 413 recognizes the user to whom this notification has been made by the notification means. In one example, a notification flag is associated with each user ID in the point management table 422 shown in FIG. For example, when this notification is sent to the user whose user ID is "001", the notification flag associated with the user ID "001" is turned on. When the notification flag associated with the user ID "001" is on and the user with the user ID "001" performs an operation to set the manned alert mode, this use The user is recognized as the user who performed the operation to set the manned alert mode after the above notification was made. In this case, the determination unit 413 may determine 1 point as an additional point for this user in addition to the 10 points given according to the operation to set the manned alert mode. This additional point may be determined only when the user performs an operation to set the manned alert mode for the first time after the above-mentioned notification is given, or when the user performs the manned alert mode after the above-mentioned notice is given. It may be determined only for the first few times when the operation for setting the mode is performed. That is, the determining means 413 determines a higher point than when the manned warning mode is set before the notification when the manned warning mode is set after the above notification is given. According to this modified example, it is possible to increase the motivation of the user who receives the notification to guide the use of the manned warning mode to use the manned warning mode.

Modification 5
In the embodiments described above, the determining means 413 may determine additional points if the monitoring system 10 is operated during a specific period of time. Specific periods include periods of heightened security, such as year-end and New Year holidays and Golden Week, during which people often go out of their homes. In one example, when the setting date and time of the security mode included in the operation information belongs to the enhanced security period, the determination unit 413 determines that the points given according to the type of operation or the type of security mode are multiplied by 1.5. points may be determined. According to this modification, it is possible to increase the user's motivation to use the monitoring system 10 during a specific period.

Modification 6
In the above-described embodiment, the determination unit 413 may determine the privilege according to the terminal on which the operation to set the security mode is performed. When a device placed in the monitoring area 50 such as the controller 200 or the setting unit 300 is operated to set the security mode, the user has to move to the place where the device is placed. On the other hand, the wearable terminal 500 and the user terminal 600 are worn by the user, and can be operated to set the security mode regardless of the location. In this modification, when the security mode setting operation is performed, the server device 400 determines whether the operated terminal is the controller 200, the wearable terminal 500, or the user terminal 600. determine the perks. For example, when the security mode setting operation is performed on the wearable terminal 500 , a higher-value identification is determined than when the security mode setting operation is performed on the controller 200 or the user terminal 600 . Also, when the user terminal 600 is operated to set the security mode, a privilege with a higher value than when the controller 200 is operated to set the security mode is determined. According to this modification, the user can be guided to perform the setting operation of the security mode on the wearable terminal 500 or the user terminal 600 in daily life. This leads to an increase in opportunities for using the monitoring system 10, and a higher effect can be obtained as a motivation for the use of the monitoring system 10 by the user.

Modification 7
In the above-described embodiment, the points given to the user for a predetermined period such as 10 minutes, half a day, or one day may be restricted. In this modification, the upper limit of the number of operations of the monitoring system 10 by the same user for which points are to be awarded in a predetermined period, or the upper limit of points to be awarded to the same user in a predetermined period is predetermined. It is stored in the storage unit 402 of the device 400 . The determining means 413 counts, for each user, the number of times the user has operated the monitoring system 10 during a predetermined period, or the points given to the user during the predetermined period. If the counted number of times or points exceeds the upper limit stored in the storage unit 402 , the determining means 413 does not determine points according to the user's operation of the monitoring system 10 . As a result, points exceeding the upper limit are not awarded to the user. According to this modification, for example, it is possible to prevent the user from earning a large amount of points in a predetermined period by repeating unnecessary operations.

Modification 8
In the above-described embodiments, the determining means 413 may determine other indices instead of points. Other indicators include, for example, the cumulative usage time of the alert mode or manned alert mode and the cumulative number of operations to set the alert mode or manned alert mode. The granting means 414 grants items in accordance with the cumulative use time or the cumulative number of times instead of points. Even with the configuration according to this modified example, it is possible to provide the user with a privilege corresponding to the monitoring system 10 .

Modification 9
In the above-described embodiment, when there are multiple users in the monitoring area 50 , the determining means 413 may award points to individual users who have operated the monitoring system 10 . In this modification, user authentication is performed when the user operates the monitoring system 10 . The operation information includes the personal ID of the authenticated user. In one example, when a user performs an operation using the controller 200 or the setting unit 300, user authentication is performed using a card or personal identification number associated with the user. When a user operates using the wearable terminal 500 or the user terminal 600, user authentication is performed using biometric information or a personal identification number associated with the user. Personal IDs are stored in the point management table 422 instead of user IDs. The operation information includes a personal ID in place of the user ID. The determining means 413 determines points for the individual user identified by the individual ID. The granting means 414 grants points and items to the individual user identified by the personal ID. According to this modification, points and items are given to each individual user who has operated the monitoring system 10 , so that each user can be more motivated to operate the monitoring system 10 . Further, points may be given to a plurality of users in the monitoring area 50 when the monitoring system 10 is operated.

Further, in this modification, when the privilege information is displayed on the controller 200, the privilege information of the individual user may be displayed according to the authentication of the user. In one example, this user authentication is performed using the card or PIN code mentioned above. According to this modification, when there are a plurality of users in the monitoring area 50, it is possible to prevent the points and items given to the users from being known to other users.

Modification 10
In the above-described embodiment, the determining means 413 may determine the product or service itself to be given according to the points instead of the points. In one example, the type of operation or the type of security mode in the point calculation table 421 is associated with an item given to the user instead of points. When the operation type determined by the determination unit 412 is "other", the determination unit 413 determines one item associated with the operation type "other". On the other hand, when the type of operation determined by the determination unit 412 is "set security mode" and the type of security mode is "manned security mode", the determination unit 413 selects "manned security mode". Determine other items associated with the type of mode. Even with the configuration according to this modification, benefits can be given to the user according to the use of the monitoring system 10 .

Modification 11
In the above-described embodiments, the goods or services given according to points are not limited to items used on the application screen. Items or services that are given according to points include, for example, items such as key chains, money, coupons, prize application tickets, economic benefits such as reduction of usage fees for monitoring services, and applications programs and games used Electronic data such as items, titles such as security master class, currency, and characters, icon of the monitoring service application displayed on the menu screen (home screen) of at least one of the controller 200, the wearable terminal 500, and the user terminal 600, Diagnosis related to health care (diagnosis of health condition based on user's activity level, use of complete medical checkup, etc.), release of use of applications (startup of application that visualizes user's health condition, etc.), and digital contents such as games, music, videos, etc. may be included. Even with the configuration according to this modification, benefits can be given to the user according to the use of the monitoring system 10 .

Modification 12
In the above-described embodiment, the output unit 415 of the server device 400 does not necessarily have to transmit privilege information when points are awarded to the user. In one example, the output means 415 may transmit privilege information once a day at a predetermined time. In another example, output means 415 may transmit privilege information in response to a request from the user. The application screen includes a point confirmation screen. When the user uses the user terminal 600 to perform an operation requesting display of the point confirmation screen, the output means 415 of the server device 400 transmits display data for displaying the point confirmation screen to the user terminal 600 . This display data includes privilege information. When the display data is received from the server device 400, the display control means 613 of the user terminal 600 displays the point confirmation screen according to this display data. The point confirmation screen includes privilege information such as points given to the user. Even with the configuration according to this modified example, the user can recognize the privilege granted to him/herself.

Modification 13
In the above-described embodiments, at least part of the functions of the server device 400 may be provided by the controller 200, the wearable terminal 500, or the user terminal 600. In one example, a point calculation table 421 and a point management table 422 are stored in the storage unit 602 of the user terminal 600, and the user terminal 600 stores the acquisition means 411, the determination means 412, the determination means 413, the provision means 414, and the output means. 415. In another example, a point calculation table 421 and a point management table 422 are stored in the storage unit 202 of the controller 200, and the controller 200 operates the acquisition means 411, the determination means 412, the determination means 413, the provision means 414, and the output means 415. may have. In yet another example, the wearable terminal 500 has the same configuration as the user terminal 600, the point calculation table 421 and the point management table 422 are stored in the storage unit of the wearable terminal 500, It may comprise means 412 , determining means 413 , applying means 414 and output means 415 . In yet another example, the functions of server device 400 may be distributed among at least two devices among controller 200, server device 400, wearable terminal 500, and user terminal 600. FIG.

Modification 14
In the embodiment described above, the operation of the monitoring system 10 is not limited to the example described above. The order of the processing procedures of the monitoring system 10 may be changed as long as there is no contradiction. Also, some processing procedures of the monitoring system 10 may be omitted.

Modification 15
Another aspect of the invention provides a method comprising steps of processing performed in at least one of the monitoring system 10, the sensor 100, the controller 200, the configuration unit 300, the server device 400, the wearable terminal 500, and/or the user terminal 600. You may Further, still another aspect of the present invention may provide a program executed in the sensor 100, the controller 200, the setting unit 300, the server device 400, the wearable terminal 500, or the user terminal 600. This program may be provided by being stored in a computer-readable recording medium, or may be provided by downloading via the Internet or the like.

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Claims (9)

A monitoring system that monitors intrusions into a monitored area where users enter and exit based on a plurality of security modes,
determining means for determining a privilege to be given to the user according to the use of the monitoring system;
and output means for outputting privilege information indicating the privilege determined by the determination means. 2. The monitoring system according to claim 1, wherein said determining means determines said privilege according to use of said plurality of security modes. Further comprising setting means for setting one of the plurality of security modes,
3. The monitoring system according to claim 2, wherein the determining means determines the privilege according to the type of the security mode that has been set. The plurality of security modes include a security mode for monitoring the monitoring area and a release mode for not monitoring the monitoring area,
4. The monitoring system according to claim 3, wherein said determining means, when said caution mode is set, determines a privilege with a higher value than when said release mode is set. The plurality of security modes include an unmanned security mode for monitoring the monitoring area when the monitoring area is unmanned and a manned security mode for monitoring the monitoring area when the monitoring area is manned,
5. The determining means according to claim 3 or 4, wherein when the manned alert mode is set, the decision means determines a privilege with a higher value than when the unmanned alert mode is set. Monitoring system. further comprising notification means for notifying the user who is not using the manned security mode based on the setting history of the plurality of security modes to guide the user to use the manned security mode;
The determining means determines that when the manned alert mode is set according to the user's operation after the notification is given, the manned alert mode is set before the notification. 6. The monitoring system of claim 5, wherein the system determines high-value rewards. The monitoring system according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the determination means determines the privilege according to the type of operation of the monitoring system performed by the user. Further comprising setting means for setting one of the plurality of security modes,
When the type of operation is the type of operation for setting one of the plurality of security modes, the determining means determines a privilege with a higher value than when the type of operation is another type of operation. 8. The surveillance system according to claim 7, characterized in that: to the computer,
Determining a privilege to be given to the user according to the use of a monitoring system that monitors intrusions into a monitored area where the user enters and exits based on a plurality of security modes;
and a step of outputting privilege information indicating the determined privilege.

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