JP3872593B2 - handy terminal - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  The present invention relates to a handy terminal for inputting an order menu using a menu key.
[0002]
[Prior art]
  As shown in FIG. 9, the conventional order data processing apparatus includes a plurality of handy terminals 10P for inputting an order menu, order management means 70 (wireless master station 71) for managing the input order data, and order data. The billing printer 80 and the kitchen printer 85 disposed in the kitchen 400 are provided. The accounting means 90 is arranged at the store entrance / exit (accounting office) 300.
[0003]
  Thus, the clerk WRK goes around each table (seat) 101 in the guest room 100 and sequentially inputs order data including an order menu of each customer CST using the handy terminal 10P carried. The order data includes a table number, the number of people, and the like.
[0004]
  The order data is managed by the order management means 70 and transferred from the means 70 to both printers 80 and 85. In the kitchen 400, cooking is started based on the order slip issued from the kitchen printer 85. The customer slip issued from the slip issuing printer 80 is placed on the table 101 where the customer CST is seated by the attendant WRK.
[0005]
  The clerk WRK sometimes looks into the kitchen 400, and if there is a self-prepared cooked menu, distributes it to the customer CST and puts a handwritten check on the customer slip.
[0006]
  When the cashier who has received the customer slip from the customer CST after eating and drinking inputs the slip number using the accounting means 90, the order data is transferred from the order management means 70 via the data communication line 79. Then, the order data is accounted for. Thus, it is possible to accurately manage and process a large number of order menus for a large number of customers, and to increase the actual operation rate of the store.
[0007]
  Here, in the conventional handy terminal 10P, as shown in FIG. 10, a fixed menu key portion 60P having a plurality of fixed menu keys 61KP is arranged on most of the surface of the main body 15BP, and a display portion 49P is provided on the upper portion thereof. It is structured.
[0008]
  Moreover, as shown in FIG. 11, as a two-door structure (11P, 15P) in which the main body is connected by a hinge 19P, fixed menu key portions 60P2, 60P1 and displays 49P2, 49P1 with a touch panel are provided respectively. There is one in which the number of the fixed menu keys 61KP can be increased twice as compared with the case of FIG.
[0009]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
  By the way, inputting order menus promptly and accurately leads directly to improvement of work efficiency. However, in the conventional handy terminal (FIGS. 10 and 11), each fixed menu key 61KP is fixedly arranged, and each menu is assigned to each fixed menu key 61KP. Moreover, the key layout of each handy terminal is uniform.
[0010]
  Accordingly, the individual circumstances of each staff member (for example, dominant arm, repetitive mobility, reflexes, experience level, etc.) are different and varied, so there is a large difference in work efficiency in practice. The more the number of fixed keys 61KP arranged, the more remarkable. Depending on the person in charge (handler), for example, the fixed menu ("set meal") key 61KP that is frequently used can be input more rapidly when it is arranged at the upper left than when it is arranged at the center. Etc.
[0011]
  In such a case, conventionally, the layout menu of each fixed key 61KP is apparently changed by modifying the allocation menu of each fixed key 61KP by software. However, this software modification requires technical and technical knowledge and requires a long time. That is, in the above case, it is practically impossible to change the layout of the fixed menu (“set meal”) key 61KP immediately before the lunch time period.
[0012]
  Thus, conventionally, since the layout of each fixed menu key 61KP is determined based on an average staff, the overall (all stores, all staff) work efficiency has been inevitably lowered.
[0013]
  An object of the present invention is to provide a handy terminal that can easily change the layout of menu keys and can quickly and accurately input an order menu.
[0014]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
  The invention of claim 1In a handy terminal for inputting an order menu using a menu key, the main body is formed from one door body and the other door body that can be spread apart, and a part of the menu key is formed on the inner surface of the other door body and the operation is performed by the pressing operation. A fixed menu key capable of inputting an order menu is provided, and a selection means for selecting an arbitrary fixed menu key from the fixed menu key is provided on one door body and / or the other door body, and on the inner surface of the one door body. A display with a touch panel capable of displaying a display menu key forming a part of the menu key and capable of touch operation is provided, and a display menu key corresponding to the fixed menu key selected using the selection means is provided with a touch panel display When the corresponding display control means displayed on the screen and the corresponding display menu key are touch-operated, the fixed menu is displayed. And input handling control means for the same menus and allocated menu Ki handled as input provided, and a menu key is formed so as to be layout change from the other door side whereas the door side of the same menuhandy terminalIt is.
[0015]
  TakeIn the present invention, the main body is formed from one door body on the left side and the other door body on the right side, for example, in a spreadable state. Also, the one door body is on the hand-held side, and a selection means and a display with a touch panel are provided. And if you want to copy the fixed menu key that forms part of the menu key fixedly arranged on the inner surface of the other door body and can input the menu by pressing operation to the display with touch panel on the one door body side Think.
[0016]
  First, the fixed menu key is selected using the selection means on the one door side. Then, the corresponding display control means displays the display menu key corresponding to the fixed menu key selected using the selecting means on the display with a touch panel. It can be easily copied as a display menu key. Thus, when the corresponding display menu key is touch-operated, the input handling control means handles the same menu as the menu assigned to the fixed menu key.
[0017]
  Therefore, instead of the fixed menu key on the other door body on the free side, the display menu key whose layout has been changed to the one door body on the hand-held side is touch-operated, so that the menu can be stabilized more quickly and accurately. To enterit can.
[0018]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
  Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.
[0019]
  (First embodiment)
  As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, the handy terminal 10 is formed of one door body 11 and the other door body 15 that can be spread apart, and a menu key is provided on an inner surface 15I of the other door body 15. A fixed menu key 61K that forms a part and can be used to input an order menu by pressing operation is provided, and a selection means (selection “S” key 51K) for selecting an arbitrary fixed menu key from the fixed menu key 61K is one door. A display 40 with a touch panel (display unit 41G) that can be displayed and touch-operated is provided on the inner surface 11I of the door body 11 and can display a display menu key 41K that forms part of the menu key. Display control means (21, 22) and input handling control means (21, 22) are provided, and a display menu corresponding to the fixed menu key 61K selected using the selection means. When the display menu key 41K that can display the corresponding key 41K on the touch panel display 40 (41G) and is displayed in a corresponding manner is touched, the same menu as the menu assigned to the fixed menu key 61K is input. It is formed so that it can be handled, and the menu keys for the same menu can be easily changed in layout from the other door body 15 side to the one door body 11 side.
[0020]
  This handy terminal 10 is used as a handy terminal of an order data processing apparatus similar to the case of the conventional example (FIG. 9).
[0021]
  In FIG. 3, one door body 11 includes a control unit (CPU 21, ROM 22, RAM 23) 20, a sensor (SNR) unit 30, a wireless communication unit (WLT) 35, and drive control for a display 40 with a touch panel. A circuit (I / F) 40D, a drive control circuit (I / F) 50D for the fixed key unit 50, and a drive control circuit (I / F) 60D for the fixed menu key unit 60 are stored.
[0022]
  The RAM 23 forms a data processing work area, and also forms a menu table 23MT, an order table 23OT, and a key table 23KT. In the key table 23KT, as shown in FIG. 4, correspondence information (for example, the position, size, display color, etc. of the display menu key) associated with the fixed menu key 61K is stored.
[0023]
  Further, in this embodiment, the display menu key 41K having a high frequency of specific menu input is displayed, the other is heavier than the door body 15, and in this embodiment, it is designed for right-handed use. On the other hand, the door 11 is on the hand-held side.
[0024]
  Thus, the menu input can be performed stably, and the display 40 with a touch panel having many signal lines and the drive control circuit (I / F) 40D can be positioned close to each other, thereby improving the performance. In addition, the effects of external noise and power loss can be reduced.
[0025]
  In FIG. 1 showing the spread state of the main body (11, 15), a fixed menu key portion 60 having a plurality of fixed menu keys 61K is provided on most of the inner surface 15I of the other door body 15 on the right side. A viewing window 17 is provided. The observation window 17 is made of transparent plastic.
[0026]
  The number of fixed menu keys 61K is the same as that in the conventional example (FIGS. 10 and 11) employing the fixed menu key 61KP. The size (planar area) is the same size. Therefore, it can be said that the menu input operation using the fixed menu key 61K is the same as in the conventional example.
[0027]
  A display 40 with a touch panel (display surface 41G) is attached to most of the inner surface 11I of the one door body 11 which is connected to the other door body 15 and the hinge 19 so as to be spread.
[0028]
  That is, a large number of display menu keys 41K can be switched and displayed on the display unit 41G. The planar area (size) of each display menu key 41K is larger than the planar area of the fixed menu key 61K.
[0029]
  For example, the display menu (“A set”) key 41K corresponding to the fixed menu (“X” = “A set”... A set meal) key 61K shown in FIG. 6 has a larger planar area. Allows quick and accurate menu (“A”) input.
[0030]
  Generally, when the size (planar area) of each key is constant and the interval between adjacent keys is small, the touch operation of the display menu key 41K is performed more than the press operation of the fixed menu key 61K. It is easy to touch other adjacent display menu key 41K. However, in this embodiment, since the number of display menu keys 41K, the interval between adjacent ones, and the size of the planar area can be freely switched, such conventional concerns can be eliminated.
[0031]
  In this embodiment, the quantity (for example, “2”) input by pressing the fixed key 51K of the fixed key unit 50 provided at the lower fixed position of the display 40 with the touch panel is also displayed. However, the quantity (“1”) is automatically input, and is input using the fixed key 51K when the quantity is “2” or more.
[0032]
  This fixed key unit 50 is for inputting data other than the order menu, and includes a fixed key 51K that is frequently used. In this embodiment, a numeric key for inputting “0” to “9” shown in FIGS. 1 and 6, a transfer key denoted by “T”, a selection key denoted by “S”, and denoted by “E”. Enter key, clear key marked "C", etc.
[0033]
  In this way, compared to the case where the fixed key 51K is provided on the other door 15 side adjacent to the fixed menu key 61K, the selection and pressing operation of the fixed key 51K can be performed accurately and quickly, and the display menu key 41K is displayed. Is easy to identify. In addition, since items closely related to the menu actually input by touching the display menu key 41K can be arranged, the work efficiency can be greatly improved and handling is further facilitated.
[0034]
  Moreover, the upper fixed position display part 42 shown to FIG. 1, FIG. 6 is made into the fixed position corresponding to the observation window 17 as shown in FIG. 2 which shows the closed state. The fixed position display section 42 displays information that is not the display menu key 41K. That is, other information can be displayed on the part (42) where the display menu key 41K can be displayed in the spread state (use state) shown in FIG.
[0035]
  Therefore, it is not necessary to provide a special part for displaying information on the display device 40 with a touch panel. Therefore, the number of display menu keys 41K in the spread state is further increased while downsizing the main body (11, 15). be able to.
[0036]
  In this embodiment, three types of information, a call message, a communication error message, and battery information, can be displayed. For example, call messages such as “Guide customers to an empty table” and “Distribute cooking completion menu”, communication error messages including “the place is weak in radio waves” and “communication failure”, “battery should be replaced” Battery information such as "" is displayed. Therefore, as a result, it is possible to prevent erroneous input, and more reliably perform subsequent menu input, and improve work efficiency.
[0037]
  Here, the selection means is a means for selecting an arbitrary fixed menu key 61K from the fixed menu key 61K. In this embodiment, the selection means is a fixed key (“S”) in the fixed key portion 50 provided on the one door body 11 side. Key) 51K.
[0038]
  That is, in the layout change mode that is shifted by a predetermined operation, the fixed menu key 61K to be changed (in this embodiment, “copy”) is pressed (YES in ST10 in FIG. 5), and the “S” key The fixed menu key 61K is selected by pressing the 51K (YES in ST11).
[0039]
  The selection key (“S” key 51K) may also be provided on the other door 15 side or the other door 15 side. For example, the key 61K is used. That is, in the layout change mode, it can be formed so that it can be selected simply by pressing the fixed menu key 61K. That is, the structure / form of the selection means is not limited, and can be implemented by being provided on the one door body 11 and / or the other door body 15.
[0040]
  The extracting means (CPU 21, ROM 22) extracts the display menu key 41K corresponding to the fixed menu key 61K selected with reference to the key table 23KT (ST12).
[0041]
  The corresponding display control means is formed of the ROM 22 and the CPU 21 that store the corresponding display control program, and displays the display menu key 41K corresponding to the selected fixed menu key 61K on the display 40 (41G) with a touch panel (ST13). ).
[0042]
  In this embodiment, the display position and the planar area of the display menu key 41K corresponding to the menu assigned to the fixed menu key 61K preset in the key table 23KT shown in FIG. This is performed by referring to the correspondence information such as (size) (ST12). The correspondence information can be changed.
[0043]
  The input handling control means is formed of the ROM 22 and the CPU 21 in which the input handling control program is stored, and the menu assigned to the fixed menu key 61K when the display menu key 41K is touched (YES in ST14). Are handled as if the same menu was input (ST15). The menu is obtained with reference to the menu table 23MT.
[0044]
  In this embodiment, the menu is input assuming that the fixed menu key 61K is pressed. That is, menu input is performed in the same manner as in the case of menu input using the normal fixed menu key 61K that passes through YES in ST10, NO in ST11, and NO in ST17 in FIG. 5 (ST15). The input menu is stored (registered) in the order table 23OT as order data together with the seat and the like.
[0045]
  The display menu key 41K is cleared (display disappearance) by pressing the fixed menu key 61K (YES in ST10) and pressing the “C” key 51K in the fixed key section 50 (YES in ST17). ) To be formed (ST18). The display may be erased by other methods. For example, the display menu key 41K and the “C” key may be used for clearing.
[0046]
  In the embodiment having such a configuration, the clerk holds the hand-held one door body 11 with the left hand and opens the main bodies (11, 15) as shown in FIG. That is, the door bodies 11 and 15 are opened to the left and right with the hinge 19 as the center. The sensor (SNR) unit 30 detects this.
[0047]
  For example, in the lunch hour, the fixed menu key (“X”... “A”) 61K on the other door 15 side in FIG. 6 is moved (changed in layout) to a location where it can be easily operated by the operator (handler). Think about the case.
[0048]
  First, the operator presses the fixed menu key 61K (YES in ST10 in FIG. 5), and presses the selection key (“S” key) 51K (YES in ST11).
[0049]
  Then, the extraction means (21, 22) refers to the key table 23KT shown in FIG. 4 and extracts the display menu key 41K corresponding to the selected fixed menu key 61K (ST12).
[0050]
  Thus, the corresponding display control means (21, 22) gives a signal to the drive control circuit (I / F) 40D of FIG. 3, while the display 40 with a touch panel of the door body 11 (inner surface 11I) is shown in FIG. As such, the display menu key 41K is displayed (ST13).
[0051]
  In other words, a relatively small pressing operation type “X” key 61K is displayed as a large display menu key (“SET A”... “X”) 41K below the center of the display 40 with a touch panel that is easy to handle. it can.
[0052]
  Thus, the display menu (“Set A”) key 41K can be touched (YES in ST14) to input an accurate and quick menu (“Set A”) (ST16).
[0053]
  Thus, according to the first embodiment, the menu key is formed from the fixed menu key 61K and the display menu key 41K, and the display menu key 41K corresponding to the selected fixed menu key 61K is displayed on the display 40 with the touch panel. Since the same menu as the menu assigned to the fixed menu key can be input by the touch operation of the display menu key 41K, the absolute number of fixed menu keys 61K is not excessively provided. However, the layout can be easily changed as the display menu key 41K corresponding to the arbitrary fixed menu key 61K without changing the menu assignment of the fixed menu key by software. Therefore, each handler can input the order menu quickly and accurately using the handy terminal 10. The operational efficiency of all stores can be greatly improved.
[0054]
  Further, selection means (51K) for selecting the fixed menu key 61K, corresponding display control means (21, 22) for displaying the display menu key 41K corresponding to the selected fixed menu key on the display 40 with a touch panel, and the display menu key Input handling control means (21, 22) is provided that handles the same menu as the menu assigned to the fixed menu key 61K when the 41K is touched, and lays out the menu keys for the same menu. Since it is formed so that it can be changed, it is only necessary to select the fixed menu key 61K to change the layout.
[0055]
  Further, a fixed menu key 61K is disposed on the inner surface of the other door body 15 that can be spread, the selection means (51K) is disposed on the one door body 11 (and / or the other door body), and the inner surface of the one door body 11 is disposed. Is provided with a display 40 with a touch panel capable of displaying the display menu key 41K and capable of touch operation, as well as corresponding display control means (21, 22) and input handling control means (21, 22), and selection means (51K). The fixed menu key 61K on the other door 15 side selected using the key is changed to the one door 11 side, the corresponding display menu key 41K is displayed on the display 40 with a touch panel, and the display menu key 41K is touched. Since the same menu as the menu assigned to the fixed menu key 61K can be input, the menu can be stably and more quickly entered. And it is possible to accurately input.
[0056]
  In addition, since the planar area (size) of the display menu key 41K related to the same menu is larger than the planar area of the fixed menu key 61K, handling is easier.
[0057]
  Furthermore, since the planar area of the display menu key 41K on the one door body 11 side is larger than the planar area of the fixed menu key 61K on the other door body 15 side, an erroneous operation of the display menu key 41K having a high final menu input frequency is performed. This can be surely prevented and the touch operation becomes easier. Also from this point, quick menu input is possible.
[0058]
  Furthermore, since the door body 11 is on the hand-held side, it is easier to handle and the control unit 20 and the drive control circuit 40D of the display device 40 with a touch panel are close to the display device 40 with a touch panel with many signal lines. Therefore, the performance can be improved and the cost can be reduced.
[0059]
  Further, a fixed key (number key, transmission key T, enter key E, etc.) for inputting data other than the order menu to the fixed position (50) of the inner surface 11I of the door body 11 and having a high input usage frequency. Since the selection key, clear key C) 51K is provided, the fixed key 51K is adjacent to the fixed menu key 61K on the other door 15 side and is provided on the other door 15 side as compared with the case where the fixed key 51K is provided on the other door 15 side. The selection and pressing operation of 51K can be performed accurately and quickly, and the display menu key 41K can be easily identified. In addition, since items closely related to the menu actually input by touching the display menu key 41K can be arranged, the work efficiency can be greatly improved and handling is further facilitated.
[0060]
  Furthermore, in a state where the main body (11, 15) is closed on the other door body 15, the other door body 15 is displayed from the outer surface 15O side of the other door body 15 at a fixed position (42) of the display device 40 with a touch panel. Since the viewing window 17 is provided to allow the user to read the information, the display surface 41G of the display 40 with the touch panel can be used effectively while ensuring the protection of the components when not in use, and the out-of-stock menu, empty table, etc. Information transmission function can be added.
[0061]
  (Second Embodiment)
  This second embodiment is shown in FIG.
[0062]
  That is, display menu keys 41K (“A”, “B”, “C”) corresponding to a plurality of fixed menu keys 61K (for example, “X”, “Y”, “Z”) are simultaneously provided with a touch panel. It is formed so that it can be displayed on the display 40. Others are the same as those in the first embodiment.
[0063]
  Therefore, as compared with the first embodiment, the input operation can be performed more quickly within a limited range.
[0064]
  (Third embodiment)
  This third embodiment is shown in FIG.
[0065]
  That is, in the display 40 with a touch panel, the scroll display unit 43 can be switched and a plurality of display menu keys 41K can be scrolled.
[0066]
  Therefore, the layout of the frequently used menu can be changed in advance as the display menu key 41K, so that the usability is improved.
[0067]
【The invention's effect】
  According to the invention of claim 1,A fixed menu key capable of inputting an order menu by pressing operation is provided on the other door body that can be spread, and a selection means for selecting an arbitrary fixed menu key is provided on one door body and / or the other door body. A display device with a touch panel capable of displaying a display menu key and capable of touch operation is provided on the door body, a corresponding display control means for displaying a display menu key corresponding to the selection fixed menu key on the display with a touch panel, and a display menu key Provided with input handling control means that handles the same menu as the menu assigned to the fixed menu key when touched, and lays out the menu key for the same menu from the other door side to the one door side This is a handy terminal that can be changed and allows menu input. By touching the display menu key which is changed layout on one door of the hand-side in place of the fixed menu key of the other door side side, it is possible to enter more quickly and accurately by the menu stably.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a plan view for explaining a spread state according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a plan view similarly seen from the outer surface side of the other door body in the closed state.
FIG. 3 is also a block diagram.
FIG. 4 is also a diagram for explaining a key table.
FIG. 5 is a flowchart for explaining the layout change operation and the like.
FIG. 6 is also a diagram for explaining layout change by copying (moving) a display menu key.
FIG. 7 is a plan view for explaining a spread state according to a second embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 8 is a plan view for explaining a spread state according to a third embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining an example of an order data processing apparatus using a handy terminal according to the present invention and a conventional example;
FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining a conventional example (1).
FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining a conventional example (2).
[Explanation of symbols]
10 Handy terminal
11 One door body
11I inner surface
11O exterior
15 The other door (main body)
15I inner surface
15O exterior
17 Viewing window
20 Control unit
21 CPU (corresponding display control means, input handling control means)
22 ROM (corresponding display control means, input handling control means)
23 RAM
23KT key table
40 Display with touch panel
41G display surface
41K display menu key (menu key)
43 Scroll display
50 Fixed key
51K fixed key (S key ... selection means)
60 Fixed menu key part
61K fixed menu key (menu key)

Claims (1)

  In a handy terminal for inputting an order menu using a menu key, the main body is formed from one door body and the other door body which can be spread, and a part of the menu key is formed on the inner surface of the other door body, A fixed menu key capable of inputting an order menu is provided, and a selection means for selecting an arbitrary fixed menu key from the fixed menu key is provided on one door body and / or the other door body, and on the inner surface of the one door body. A display with a touch panel capable of displaying a display menu key forming a part of the menu key and capable of touch operation is provided, and a display menu key corresponding to the fixed menu key selected using the selection means is provided with a touch panel display When the corresponding display control means displayed on the screen and the corresponding display menu key are touch-operated, the fixed menu is displayed. -A handy terminal that is provided with input handling control means that handles the same menu as the menu assigned to the key, and allows the layout of the menu keys for the same menu to be changed from the other door side to the one door side. .

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