JP6818789B2 - Image processing device, notification method and program - Google Patents

Description

The present invention reads an original, an image processing device for outputting the read image, about the notification method, and a program.

An image processing device capable of printing, transmitting, and storing the generated image data by setting one original between the platen (manuscript stand) and the platen cover and scanning the original is known. There is. In such an image processing device, the user uses an operation unit to instruct the start of job execution after setting output processing such as copying and transmission and details of the processing (for example, the number of copies to be printed and the transmission destination). The reading of the original is started by the instruction to start the execution of the job, and when the scanning of the original is completed, the output processing is performed.

In such an image processing device, the document is read with the platen cover closed. When the reading of the original is completed and the output process is executed, the user's attention is directed to the output result such as printed matter. At this time, the user may forget to collect the original and leave it set between the platen and the platen cover.

In order to solve such a problem, for example, a means is known in which a mechanism such as a sensor for detecting a document is added to an image processing device to detect a misplaced document and warn the user with a blinking lamp or a buzzer. (Patent Document 1). Further, there is known an image processing device that detects that a document has been taken out by a sensor that detects a document and starts a printing operation only after the detection that the document has been taken out is detected (Patent Document 2).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 60-26330 Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2000-352916

Patent Document 2 starts a printing operation after detecting that a document has been taken out from a document feeding unit or a platen. As a result, unless the user takes out the original, the printed matter cannot be obtained, so that it is possible to prevent the original from being misplaced.

When a user reads an ID card for identity verification such as a driver's license or health insurance card, if the ID card is misplaced, it will lead to loss of the ID card, so it is necessary to make sure that it is not misplaced. The sex is greater. Further, there is an image processing device having a stamp printing setting for printing by superimposing character strings and patterns such as confidentiality and CONFIDENTIAL when printing or copying from the viewpoint of confidentiality. In this way, even when the copy job in which the setting for preventing the leakage of confidential information is executed is executed, if the original is misplaced, it leads to the leakage of confidential information, so it is necessary to suppress the misplacement.

However, in any case, if the output process is not started until it is detected that the document is taken out, there is a problem that the output process of the document is slowed down and the convenience of the user is impaired.

The present invention has been taken into consideration for the above problems, and when the ID card copy mode is set, forgetting to remove the ID card is appropriately suppressed, and when the single-sided copy mode is not set, The purpose is to provide a mechanism for controlling printing of the original image without shifting to a standby state in which the original image is read and not printed until a predetermined operation is performed, and without notifying the removal of the original. To do.

In order to achieve the above object, the image processing apparatus of the present invention includes a platen, a platen cover, a reading means for reading an image of a document set between the platen and the platen cover, and the scanning. A printing means for printing the image read by the means and an ID card copy mode for printing the image of the first side and the image of the second side after reading the first and second sides of the ID card are set. When the setting means and the ID card copy mode are set by the setting means, the reading means reads the first surface and the second surface of the ID card, and then the image of the first surface is displayed. After shifting to a standby state in which the image on the second surface is not printed by the printing means until a predetermined operation is performed , the image on the first surface and the image on the first surface are displayed by the printing means based on the predetermined operation. When the ID card copy mode is set by the setting means and has a control means for controlling the printing means to print an image on the second surface and a notification means, the reading means is the ID card. after reading the first surface with the second surface, while by the printing means is in the standby state before printing the image of the second surface and the image of the first surface, said signaling means, notify to remove the ID card, wherein when one-sided copy mode is set by said setting means, after the reading means has read the image of the document set during the platen cover and the document table The control means controls to print an image of the original without shifting to the standby state and without notifying the notification means to remove the original.

According to the present invention, when the ID card copy mode is set, and appropriately suppressed forgetting to take the ID card, if one-sided copy mode is set, after reading an image of a document, a predetermined It is possible to print an image of a document without shifting to a standby state in which printing is not performed until there is an operation and without notifying that the document is removed.

It is a block diagram which shows the hardware structure of the MFP 101 in the Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the appearance of the scanner 120 in embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the operation screen of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the operation screen of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the printing, transmitting or saving operation of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the outline of the processing condition in embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the operation screen of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the operation screen of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the operation screen of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the reading operation of the document of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the operation screen of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the reading operation of the document of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the reading operation of the document of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the operation screen of the MFP 101 in embodiment of this invention.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. It should be noted that the following embodiments do not limit the invention according to the claims, and not all combinations of features described in the embodiments are essential for the means for solving the invention.

<First Embodiment>
First, the first embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a hardware configuration of an MFP 101 (MultiFaction Peripheral). The MFP 101 is an example of an image processing device. In this embodiment, the MFP will be described as an example of the image processing device, but if the MFP has a function of reading a single document placed on the platen and generating image data, such as a single-function scanner device, the MFP will be used. It doesn't have to be.

The control unit 110 including the CPU 111 controls the operation of the entire MFP 101. The CPU 111 reads a control program stored in the ROM 112 or the storage 114 and performs various controls such as read control and print control. The RAM 113 is the main storage memory of the CPU 111, and is used as a temporary storage area for developing various programs stored in the work area or the storage 114. The storage 114 stores image data, various programs, and various setting information. Further, in the present embodiment, FLASSHISK such as SSD is assumed as the storage 114, but an auxiliary storage device such as HDD may be used.

In the MFP 101, one CPU 111 uses one memory (RAM 113) to execute each process shown in the flowchart described later, but other modes may be used. For example, a plurality of CPUs, a plurality of RAMs, ROMs, and storages can be linked to execute each process shown in a flowchart described later. Further, a hardware circuit may be used to execute a part of the processing.

The operation unit I / F 115 connects the operation unit 116 and the control unit 110. The operation unit 116 is provided with a liquid crystal display unit having a touch panel function, a keyboard, and the like, and functions as a reception unit that receives instructions from the user.

The printer I / F 117 connects the printer 118 and the control unit 110. The image data to be printed by the printer 118 is transferred from the control unit 110 via the printer I / F 117, and is printed on a sheet such as paper by the printer 118.

The scanner I / F 119 connects the scanner 120 and the control unit 110. The scanner 120 reads the document set in the MFP 101, generates image data (image file), and transfers the original to the storage 114 of the control unit 110 via the scanner I / F 119.

FIG. 2A is a cross-sectional view showing the scanner 120 of the MFP 101. The scanner 120 can read one original set on the platen 200 (between the platen cover 219 and the platen 200).

FIG. 2B is a perspective view showing the scanner 120 of the MFP 101. As shown in FIG. 2B, the user can lift the platen cover 219 with the hinge 223 installed on the platen 200 as a fulcrum. When the platen cover 219 is lifted and the platen 200 is opened, the document can be set on the platen glass 222 of the platen 200. The platen cover 219 also functions as a pressure plate for holding the document set on the platen glass 222.

The open / close sensor 221 can detect whether the platen cover 219 is in the open state or the closed state. The open / close sensor 221 is, for example, a switch projecting from the upper surface of the platen 200, and the platen cover 219 is closed when the platen cover 219 is closed and the switch is pushed in (FIG. 2A). Detect as a state. On the other hand, a state in which the platen cover 219 is lifted up and the pressing force applied to the switch is removed (FIG. 2B) is detected as a state in which the platen cover 219 is open.

The scanner 120 turns on the lamp 211 and scans the document set on the platen 200 while moving the optical unit 212. At this time, the reflected light from the document is guided to the CCD image sensor (hereinafter referred to as CCD) 217 via the mirrors 213, 214, 215 and the lens 216. The CCD217 reads the reflected light from the document and generates image data. When the scanning of the document set on the platen 200 is completed, the optical unit 212 is moved to the document scanning start position for the next scanning of the document.

The scanner 120 can also read a bundle of documents set in the document feeding unit (hereinafter referred to as ADF) 201. In this case, the ADF 201 feeds the set document bundles one by one and conveys them to the optical unit 212. The conveyed original is read by the optical unit 212 and discharged to the discharge tray 218. Further, the scanner 120 can detect whether or not a document is set in the ADF 201 by a DF document detection sensor (not shown). The outputs of the open / close sensor 221 and the DF document detection sensor are notified to the control unit 110 (CPU111) via the scanner I / F119.

Although the present embodiment assumes an MFP provided with an ADF, the present invention can also be applied to an MFP not provided with an ADF and having a configuration for reading a single document set on a platen.

Returning to the description of FIG. 1, the MFP 101 can transfer the image data generated by the scanner 120 to the printer 118 and print it (copy job). Further, the image data generated by the scanner 120 can be transmitted by using various transmission protocols (transmission job). Further, the image data generated by the scanner 120 can be saved in a storage area that can be read and written by the MFP 101 (save job).

The modem I / F 121 connects the modem 122 and the control unit 110. The modem 122 is connected to the PSTN 102 and can perform fax transmission / reception of image data to / from a fax device (not shown).

The network I / F 123 connects the control unit 110 (MFP101) to the LAN 103. The network I / F 123 transmits image data and information to an external device (mail server, file server, PC, etc.) on the LAN 103, and receives information from the external device on the LAN 103.

When the user starts using the MFP 101, a setting screen for setting the process to be executed is displayed. 3 and 4 are diagrams showing an example of an output setting screen displayed on the operation unit 116. The user can specify the process to be executed by operating the operation keys 301 to 303 on the screen of FIG. FIG. 3 is an example of a state in which the operation key 301 is selected. Although FIG. 3 illustrates "copy", "scan and send", and "scan and save" as functions, the MFP 101 may have functions other than these.

The user who selects the operation key 301 can make detailed settings for the copy job via the touch panel of the operation unit 116. Information 311 notifies that the execution of the copy job can be started by pressing the start key provided as a hard key outside the screen. Information 315 notifies the number of copies to be printed. The user can input the number of copies to be printed via the numeric keypad provided as a hard key outside the screen.

The operation key 321 is an operation key used when selecting the output color of the printed matter. The operation key 322 is an operation key used when the magnification of the printed matter with respect to the original size is set to the same magnification. On the other hand, the operation key 323 is an operation key used when changing the magnification of the printed matter with respect to the original size to an arbitrary one. The operation key 324 is an operation key used when selecting the paper to be used for printing. The information 312 to 314 notify the user of the setting status regarding the copy set by the operation key 321 to the operation key 324.

The operation key 325 is an operation key used when setting the ID card copy function in the copy job. The ID card copy function is a function for reading the front and back sides of a card-shaped manuscript such as an identification card (for example, a driver's license or a health insurance card) and printing it on one sheet. Details will be described in the image data printing operation described later.

The operation key 326 is an operation key used when setting the tint block printing function in the copy job. The tint block printing function is a function for embedding the tint block data as a background in the image data generated by the scanner 120 and printing the tint block data. The tint block data looks like a pattern or background color with a low density in the original (output printed matter), but when the original is copied, a predetermined character string or mark such as "COPY" appears on the copy output. Image data such as. When the printed matter with the tint block print is copied, the tint block emerges and it can be seen that the information is secondarily copied. As described above, the tint block printing function is a mechanism for preventing the original from being easily duplicated by copying, and has the effect of suppressing the copying of the original.

The operation key 327 is an operation key used when setting the serial number printing function. The serial number printing function is a function for superimposing a character string such as the model name, control number, or serial number of the MFP 101 on the image data generated by the scanner 120 as identification information and printing the printed matter from which MFP. It is used when tracking. If the MFP is used by a user by inputting a department ID or user ID and logging in to use the MFP, a character string such as the department ID or user ID may be superimposed as identification information.

The operation key 328 is an operation key used when setting the stamp printing function. The stamp printing function is a function for superimposing a character string or pattern indicating confidentiality, CONFIDENTIAL, etc. on the image data generated by the scanner 120, and is used when giving cautionary advice regarding the handling of printed matter. To.

The operation key 329 is an operation key used when setting the digital watermark printing function. The digital watermark printing function embeds a code image composed of predetermined dots that are seemingly inconspicuous in the image data generated by the scanner 120 as a background, and uses the variation of the dots to obtain digital information related to the printed matter. It is a function to embed.

The operation key 330 is an operation key used when setting the barcode pattern printing function. The barcode pattern printing function is a function for superimposing a two-dimensional code such as a QR code (registered trademark) or a code symbol such as a barcode on the image data generated by the scanner 120 and printing the image data. is there.

The digital watermark printing function and the barcode pattern printing function are used for product management and marking for the purpose of preventing leakage of personal information and confidential information. For example, in the digital watermark printing function and the bar code pattern printing function, additional information for restricting copying can be embedded as digital information in the printed matter. Further, in order to track the printed matter, additional information such as the identification information of the user or the MFP and the date when the printed matter was output may be embedded in the identification information.

When the MFP reads a printed matter printed with a digital watermark or a barcode pattern, the information is leaked by prohibiting copying or requesting the input of a password for copying according to the additional information. Can be prevented.

Returning to the description of FIG. 3, the operation key 331 is an operation key for transitioning to a screen for making detailed settings related to copying in addition to the currently displayed setting.

In addition, the user can start the copy job by pressing the start key provided as a hard key outside the screen.

On the other hand, when the user selects the operation key 302, the screen transitions to the setting screen for setting the transmission job (scan and transmit). The user who selects the operation key 302 can make settings for the transmission job via the touch panel of the operation unit 116. FIG. 4A is an example of an output setting screen in a state where the operation key 302 is selected.

The user can set the destination for transmitting the image data by operating the operation key 411. The user who operates the operation key 411 can set a destination for transmitting image data by referring to an address book (not shown) held in the RAM 113 or the storage 114. Further, a new destination can be input via the operation unit 116 and set as a destination for transmitting image data.

The operation key 412 is an operation key used when setting the confidential fax function. The confidential fax function is a function for transmitting image data to a fax machine by using an F code to treat the fax as confidential. If the destination for transmitting the image data does not include the fax device, the operation key 412 may be displayed in gray out or may not be displayed. The details of the confidential fax function will be described in the image data transmission operation described later.

The operation key 413 is an operation key used when setting the electronic signature function for the image data (file) to be transmitted. When adding an electronic signature, it is possible to prove to the receiver which device the file was scanned by by embedding the signature information corresponding to the preset device (MFP101) in the file. Further, if the MFP is used by inputting a user ID and logging in, the user's signature information can be embedded in the file. In this case, it is possible to prove to the recipient which user scanned the file.

The operation key 414 is an operation key used when setting the time stamp function. The time stamp function proves to the recipient that the file existed at the stamped time by embedding a preset time information (time stamp token) guaranteed by a third party in the file. Can do things. By comparing the time stamp issued by a third party with the time information embedded in the received file, the recipient confirms that the data exists at the stamped time and has not been tampered with. can do.

Next, the operation key 415 is an operation key used when setting the reading resolution. The operation key 416 is an operation key used when setting the file format of the image data to be transmitted. The operation key 417 is an operation key used when selecting the size of the document to be read from the scanner 120. The operation key 418 is an operation key for transitioning to a screen for making detailed settings related to the transmission job in addition to the currently displayed settings.

Further, the user can execute a transmission job for reading the original and transmitting the scanned image data by pressing the start key provided as a hard key outside the screen.

Returning to the description of FIG. 3, when the user selects the operation key 303, the screen transitions to the setting screen for setting the save job (scan and save). The user who selects the operation key 303 can set the save job via the touch panel of the operation unit 116. FIG. 4B is an example of an output setting screen in a state where the operation key 303 is selected.

The user can set a storage area for storing image data by operating the operation key 421. The user who operates the operation key 421 can select the save destination of the image data by referring to the save destination list held in the RAM 113 or the storage 114. The storage destination of the image data may be a storage area provided in the storage 114 of the MFP 101, or may be a storage area such as an external server in which the MFP 101 can read and write via the LAN 103.

In addition, the user can execute a save job for reading the original and saving the scanned image data by pressing the start key provided as a hard key outside the screen.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a copy, transmission, or save operation in the MFP 101. Each operation (step) shown in the flowchart of FIG. 5 is realized by the CPU 111 of the MFP 101 executing the control program stored in the ROM 112 or the storage 114.

When the user starts using the MFP 101, the setting of the process to be executed in step S501 is accepted. The user sets the processing to be executed and the processing to be executed through the screens of FIGS. 3 and 4 described above displayed on the operation unit 116. In step S502, an execution instruction of a copy job, a transmission job, or a save job is received by pressing the start key provided as a hard key outside the screen. When the execution instruction is received, the process proceeds to step S503 and the job execution is started.

First, the case where the copy job is executed will be described. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an example of a copy screen displayed on the operation unit 116 while the copy job is being executed.

When the execution of the job is started, in step S503, it is determined whether to read the document from the platen 200 or the ADF201. If the original is to be read from the ADF 201, the process proceeds to step S506. If the original is to be read from the platen 200, the process proceeds to step S504. In the present embodiment, when it is determined that the original is set in the ADF201 according to the output of the DF detection sensor (not shown), the original is read from the ADF201. On the other hand, when it is determined that the original is not set in the ADF 201, the original is read from the platen 200.

In step S504, it is determined whether or not a predetermined function is set.

In this embodiment, if a function for reading an identification card or the like is set, or if a function for adding some security information to the output result is set, it is determined that there is a high risk of misplaced the manuscript. , Execute the document misplacement prevention process. The misplacement prevention process of the original starts the output process when it is determined that the original has been taken out. On the other hand, if the above-mentioned security-related function is not set, the output process is started when the reading of the original is completed.

FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of processing conditions for determining whether or not a function that is determined to have a high risk of misplacement is set when a document is misplaced. In FIG. 6, when the job is set to prevent leakage of confidential information or the ID card is set to be read, transmission is not performed until the platen is opened.

In the case of a copy job, it is determined whether or not at least one of the functions corresponding to the conditions 601 to 606 is set in the job being executed. If it is determined that the function corresponding to the conditions 601 to 606 is set, the process proceeds to step S505, and if it is determined that the function corresponding to the conditions 601 to 606 is not set in the process being executed, the process proceeds to step S506. ..

In step S506, the scanner 120 is controlled to read the original, generate image data, and store the image data in the storage 114. If it is determined in step S503 to read the original set in the platen 200, one original is read, and if it is determined to read the original from ADF201, the entire bundle of originals set in ADF201 is read. To generate image data. Further, in step S506, a pop-up screen for notifying the user of the copy job status shown in FIG. 7A is displayed on the operation unit 116.

Information 701 notifies the user that the document is being read. The area 702 notifies the user of the number of image data read by the scanner 120. The area 703 notifies the user of the number of printed matter per output copy. The area 704 notifies the user of the number of copies printed and the number of copies to be printed. The operation key 705 is an operation key for canceling copying.

Returning to the description of FIG. 5, when the image data is generated in step S506, the process proceeds to step S509 to start the output process. In the case of a copy job, the printer 118 is controlled to start a process of printing the image data stored in the storage 114 on a sheet, and the status of the copy job is displayed on the operation unit 116 (information (FIG. 7B). Reference numeral 706 notifies the user that the read image data is being printed. When the printing of the number of copies set by the user is completed, the output process is terminated. After the output process is completed, the output setting screen is displayed. Return to (Fig. 3) and transition to the state of waiting for the setting of new processing.

On the other hand, in step S505, the scanner 120 is controlled to read one document set on the platen, generate image data, and store the image data in the storage 114. In addition, a screen for notifying the operation unit 116 of the status of the copy job is displayed (FIG. 7 (A)). In step S507, the pop-up screen shown in FIG. 7C is displayed on the operation unit 116. Information 707 notifies the user that the document base cover is opened and the document is removed. In step S508, it is determined whether or not the platen 200 is open based on the detection result of the open / close sensor 221. When the open / close sensor 221 detects that the platen cover 219 is open, it is determined that the platen 200 is open, and when it is detected that the platen cover 219 is closed, the platen 200 is opened. Judge that it is not. If it is determined that the platen 200 is open, the process proceeds to step S509 and the output process is executed (FIG. 7B). On the other hand, if it is determined that the platen 200 is not open, the document base cover 219 waits until it is opened. If the operation key 705 for canceling the job is pressed during the execution of each step of steps S505 to S509, the processing being executed is stopped, and the screen returns to the output setting screen (FIG. 3). It transitions to the state of waiting for the setting of new processing.

Next, a case where a transmission job is specified will be described. 8 (C) and 8 (D) are diagrams showing an example of a transmission screen displayed on the operation unit 116 during execution of a transmission job.

The output setting in steps S501 to S503, the start of job execution, and the determination of whether to read the document from the platen 200 or the ADF201 are the same processes as in the case of the copy job, and thus are omitted.

In the case of a transmission job, in step S504, it is determined whether or not at least one of the functions corresponding to the conditions 607 to 610 of FIG. 6 is set in the process being executed. If it is determined that the function corresponding to the conditions 607 to 610 is set, the process proceeds to step S505, and if it is determined that the function corresponding to the conditions 607 to 610 is not set in the process being executed, the process proceeds to step S506. ..

Here, the confidential fax function (function corresponding to the condition 606) will be described. In fax transmission using confidential fax transmission, a document (image data) is transmitted to a box opened in the destination fax device. When the operation key 412 is pressed on the output setting processing screen (FIG. 4A), the screen transitions to the screen for setting the confidential fax.

FIG. 8A is an example of an output setting screen in a state where the operation key 412 is selected. The area 801 is an area for inputting a box number (F code) for storing a received document opened in the destination fax machine. The area 802 is an area for inputting the password corresponding to the destination box. The recipient user who receives the confidential fax can open the box and print the received document. If a password is set in the box, the user enters the password to open the box. In such confidential fax transmission, since automatic printing is not performed when a fax is received, it is used when it is desired to transmit a document or the like that is not viewed by anyone other than a specific person.

Next, a function of setting an encryption password in a file for storing image data (a function corresponding to condition 610) will be described. When the operation key 416 is pressed on the output setting screen (FIG. 4A), the screen transitions to the screen for setting the file format. If a PDF file is selected on the file format setting screen, you can further make detailed settings for the PDF file.

FIG. 8B is an example of a pop-up screen for making detailed settings for the PDF file. In FIG. 8B, in addition to the setting related to the compression rate of the image data and the OCR (character recognition) setting that analyzes the part of the image data that seems to be a character and adds text information, the password for opening the file is set. Can be set. The operation key 803 is an operation key used when adding a password for opening a file to a file to be transmitted. When the operation key 803 is pressed, the area 804 is displayed on the pop-up screen. The user can add the encrypted password to the PDF file to be transmitted by inputting the password in the area 804 and pressing the OK button.

The function corresponding to the condition 608 is the above-mentioned electronic signature function, and the function corresponding to the condition 609 is the above-mentioned time stamp function.

Returning to the description of FIG. 5, if it is determined in step S504 that the predetermined function is not set, the process proceeds to step S506. In step S506, the original is read and image data is generated. Further, the status of the transmission job is displayed on the operation unit 116 (FIG. 8 (C)). Information 805 notifies the user that the document is being read. When the image data is generated, the process proceeds to step S509, and the image data stored in the storage 114 is transmitted to the destination.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the predetermined function is set, the process proceeds to step S505. In step S505, the original is read, image data is generated, and the operation unit 116 is notified of the status of the transmission job (FIG. 8 (C)). In step S507 and step S508, a display indicating that the document is to be removed (FIG. 8D) is displayed, and the user lifts the document table cover 219 and waits until the document table 200 is opened. When the platen 200 is opened by the user, the process proceeds to step S509, and the image data stored in the storage 114 is transmitted to the destination.

Finally, the case where a save job is specified will be described. 9 (B) and 9 (C) are diagrams showing an example of a transmission screen displayed on the operation unit 116 during execution of the save job.

The output settings in steps S501 to S503, the start of job execution, and the determination of the document reading destination are the same processes as in the case of the copy job, and thus are omitted.

In the case of the save job, in step S504, it is determined whether or not the function of setting the encryption password in the file for storing the image data (the function corresponding to the condition 610) is set in the save job being executed. FIG. 9A is an example of a pop-up screen for making detailed settings for the PDF file. As in the case of the transmission job (FIG. 8B), the encrypted password can be added to the PDF file to be transmitted by inputting the password for opening the file and pressing the OK button.

If it is determined that the function of the condition 610 shown in FIG. 6 is not set, the process proceeds to step S506. In step S506, the image data is read and the state of the save job is displayed on the operation unit 116 (FIG. 9B). Information 901 notifies the user that the document is being read. When the image data is generated, the process proceeds to step S509, and the generated image data is saved in the save destination box.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the function of condition 610 is set, the process proceeds to step S505. In step S505, the original is read to generate image data, and the user is notified of the status of the save job (FIG. 9B). In step S507 and step S508, a display indicating that the document is to be removed (FIG. 9C) is displayed, and the user lifts the document table cover 219 and waits until the document table 200 is opened. When the platen 200 is opened by the user, the process proceeds to step S509, and the generated image data is saved in the save destination box.

Up to this point, the case where one original is read from the platen 200 and the output processing is performed has been described, but when the ID card copy function is set, it is necessary to read the front and back surfaces of the original. Therefore, read control different from read control in the case of other settings is performed. Here, the reading control for reading the back surface and the front surface of the document, which is executed when the ID card copy function is set on the output setting screen (FIG. 3) of the copy job, will be described.

<Reading control when ID card copy function is set>
When the operation key 325 is pressed on the output setting screen (FIG. 3), the screen transitions to the ID card copy function setting screen. FIG. 11A is a setting screen for the ID card copy function. The information 1101 and the information 1102 notify the user that the function is to read the back surface of the ID card and then copy the back surface of the ID card onto a single sheet of paper.

When the operation key 1103 is pressed, the ID card copy function is set in the copy job. On the other hand, when the operation key 1104 is pressed, the setting of the ID card copy function is canceled.

When the ID card copy function is set by the user, instead of the operation of reading one original in step S505, the operation of reading the back surface of the original after scanning the front surface of the document shown in FIG. 10 is performed. When the ID card copy function is set, the CPU 111 controls the scanner 120 so as to read the document set on the platen 200 even when the document is set on the ADF201.

FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating a document reading operation when the ID card copy function in the MFP 101 is set. Each operation (step) shown in the flowchart of FIG. 10 is realized by the CPU 111 of the MFP 101 executing the control program stored in the ROM 112 or the storage 114.

In step S1001, the scanner 120 is controlled to read one document from the platen and generate image data. When the scanning of the original is completed, the backside scanning screen is displayed waiting for the backside to be scanned. FIG. 11B is an example of a back surface reading screen presented to the user in step S1002. Information 1105 notifies the user that the start button for starting reading is pressed after turning over the ID card in order to read the back surface of the ID card.

Returning to the description of FIG. 10, when the back surface reading screen is displayed in step S1002, the process proceeds to step S1003. In step S1003, the process is switched according to an instruction from the user via the operation unit 116. When the start key is pressed, the process proceeds to step S1004 to start scanning the document on the back surface of the ID card. When the operation key 1106 is pressed, the process proceeds to step S1005, and the image data reading process is stopped. When the image data reading process is stopped, the screen returns to the output setting screen (FIG. 3) and transitions to a state of waiting for a new process setting. On the other hand, if no operation is performed, it continues to wait for an operation from the user.

In step S1004, the scanner 120 is controlled to read one document from the platen and generate image data. The image data read in step S1004 and the image data read in step S1002 are converted into one image data by the control unit 110. In steps S1001 to S1004, when the front and back surfaces of the ID card are read to generate one image data, the process proceeds to the process of waiting for the opening of the platen 200 shown in steps S507 to S509 of FIG. FIG. 11C is an example of the display screen presented to the user in step S507, and the information 1107 notifies the user that the platen cover is opened and the ID card is removed.

When the ID card copy function is set in this way, even if the platen 200 is opened once after scanning the front surface, the output process is not started at that time, and the scanning control for scanning the back surface is performed.

As described above, when a document is read from the platen and copy processing, transmission processing, or storage processing is performed, the platen 200 is opened if a predetermined security function is set for the job being executed. Do not print, send, or save until it is done. Unless the platen cover is opened, the processing specified by the user is not performed, so that it is possible to prevent forgetting to remove the original. On the other hand, when the original is read from the ADF201 or when a predetermined function is not set for the job (No in step S504), the output process is executed without waiting for the platen 200 to be opened, which is troublesome for the user. It is possible to perform output processing that does not require.

<Second embodiment>
Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described. In the first embodiment, when one original is read from the platen and the output process is executed, the output process is not executed until the platen cover is opened if a predetermined function is set.

In the second embodiment, a scanning control capable of scanning a plurality of documents from the platen will be described. Specifically, the process of step S505 in the first embodiment is replaced with a reading control capable of reading a plurality of documents from the platen.

12 and 13 are flowcharts for explaining the document reading operation in the MFP 101. Each operation (step) shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 12 and 13 is realized by the CPU 111 of the MFP 101 executing the control program stored in the ROM 112 or the storage 114.

If it is determined in step S504 of FIG. 5 that a predetermined function is set for the job being executed (Yes in step S504), the process proceeds to step S1201. In step S1201, it is determined whether or not the ID card copy function is set for the job being executed. If the ID card copy function is set for the job being executed, the process proceeds to step S1011 to read the front and back surfaces of the ID card to generate one image data, and then proceed to step S507. In steps S507 to S509, the image data is copied according to the opening of the platen 200.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the ID card copy function is not set for the job being executed (No in step S1201), the process proceeds to step S1202. In step S1202, it is determined whether or not it is necessary to read a plurality of originals. The determination as to whether or not it is necessary to read a plurality of originals is specifically determined according to each operation shown in the flowchart of FIG.

If the ID card copy function is not set (No in step S1201), the process proceeds to step S1301. In step S1301, the job type is determined. If it is a transmission job, it is determined that it is necessary to read a plurality of originals.

On the other hand, in the case of a copy job or a save job, the process proceeds to step S1302. In step S1302, it is determined whether or not the double-sided output function is set in the detailed job settings. The double-sided output function is a function that can be set by a copy job, and is a function for reading image data for a plurality of pages and printing on the front side and the back side of the sheet. When the double-sided output setting is set, it is determined that it is necessary to read a plurality of originals. On the other hand, if the double-sided output setting is not set, the process proceeds to step S1303.

In step S1303, it is determined whether or not the page aggregation function is set. The page aggregation function is a function that reads image data for a plurality of pages and prints the image data for a plurality of pages on a sheet, or transmits or saves the image data as the image data for one page. .. For example, it is possible to perform 2in1 page aggregation that combines image data for two pages into one page. Further, a plurality of pages such as 4in1, 6in1, 8in1, etc. can be set to be output as one page. When these page aggregation functions are set, it is determined that it is necessary to read a plurality of originals. On the other hand, when the page aggregation function is not set, it is determined that it is not necessary to read a plurality of originals.

In this embodiment, the double-sided output function and the page aggregation function can be set from the output setting screen illustrated in FIGS. 3 and 4 or "other functions" in the output setting screen.

Further, in the present embodiment, the determination as to whether or not it is necessary to read a plurality of original documents is illustrated in the flowchart of FIG. 12, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it may be configured so that whether or not to read a plurality of original sheets can be set on the output setting screen of FIG. 3, and whether or not a setting to read a plurality of sheets of original documents is set may be determined in step S1304. Further, the order of determination in steps S1301 to S1303 may be changed. Further, in step S1301, in the case of a transmission job for transmitting image data, it is determined that it is necessary to read a plurality of originals, but the determination in step S1301 may not be performed.

Returning to the description of FIG. 12, if it is determined in step S1202 that it is not necessary to read a plurality of originals, the process proceeds to step S1203. In step S1203, after the scanner 120 is controlled to read one document set on the platen 200, the process proceeds to the process of waiting for the platen 200 to be opened as shown in steps S507 to S509 of FIG.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1202 that it is necessary to read a plurality of originals, the process proceeds to step S1204. In step S1204, the scanner 120 is controlled to read one original document set on the platen 200 to generate image data, and the process proceeds to step S1205. In step S1205, a continuation confirmation screen for inquiring whether to read the next document is displayed.

First, a case where a copy job is specified will be described. FIG. 14A is an example of a continuation confirmation screen presented to the user in step S1205.

In FIG. 14A, “stop” is illustrated as the operation key 1401 and “copy start” is illustrated as the operation key 1402. Further, the information 1411 notifies that the next document can be read by pressing the start key provided as a hard key outside the screen. Here, the user who wants to read the next document sets a new document on the platen. Specifically, the platen cover 219 is opened, the platen 200 is opened, the document set between the platen 200 and the platen cover is replaced, and the platen cover 219 is closed.

Returning to the description of FIG. 12, when the continuation confirmation screen is displayed in step S1205, the process proceeds to step S1206. In step S1206, it is determined whether or not there is an instruction to read the next document. When an event notifying that the start key has been pressed is received, it is determined that there is an instruction to read the next document, and the process returns to step S1204 to start reading the next document. If the event notifying that the start key has been pressed has not been received, the process proceeds to step S1207.

In step S1207, it is determined whether or not there is an instruction to start copying. When a touch event notifying that the operation key 1402 is pressed is received, it is determined that there is an instruction to start copying, the reading of the original is finished, and the platen 200 shown in steps S507 to S509 of FIG. Proceed to the process of waiting for opening.

FIG. 14B is an example of a display screen presented to the user in step S507, and the information 1412 notifies the user that the platen cover is opened and the original is removed. The operation key 1403 is the same operation key as the operation key 1402, but is displayed in gray out to indicate to the user that the "copy start" key has already been pressed. When a touch event notifying that the operation key 1403 is pressed is received, information such as "Open the platen cover and remove the original to start printing" is displayed instead of the information 1412. You may try to do it.

On the other hand, if the touch event notifying that the operation key 1402 has been pressed has not been received, the process proceeds to step S1208.

In step S1208, it is determined whether or not there is an instruction to stop the transmission. When the touch event notifying that the operation key 1401 has been pressed is received, the process proceeds to step S1209 of canceling the executing transmission job. In step S1209, scanning of the original is stopped, and execution of the job is stopped. When the image data reading process is stopped, the screen returns to the output setting screen (FIG. 3) and transitions to a state of waiting for a new output process. On the other hand, if the touch event notifying that the operation key 1401 has been pressed has not been received, the process returns to step S1206 and continues to wait for an instruction from the user.

Next, a case where a transmission job is specified will be described. FIG. 14C is an example of the continuation confirmation screen presented to the user in step S1205, and illustrates “transmission start” as the operation key 1404.

In steps S1206 to S1209, the user waits until any one of an instruction to read the next document, an instruction to execute the transmission process, and an instruction to stop the execution of the transmission job is received. When the instruction to execute the transmission process is received, the process proceeds to the process of waiting for the opening of the platen 200 shown in steps S507 to S509 of FIG.

Finally, the case where a save job is specified will be described. FIG. 14 (D) is an example of the continuation confirmation screen presented to the user in step S1205, and exemplifies "save start" as the operation key 1404.

In steps S1206 to S1209, the user waits until any one of an instruction to read the next document, an instruction to execute the save process, and an instruction to stop the execution of the save job is received. When the instruction to execute the saving process is received, the process proceeds to the process of waiting for the opening of the platen 200 shown in steps S507 to S509 of FIG. It should be noted that the "send start" key exemplified as the operation key 1404 and the "save start" key exemplified as the operation key 1405 are also used to show the user that the keys have already been pressed after being pressed once. Display in gray out.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, when a plurality of originals are read from the platen, even if the platen is opened after one original set on the platen is read, the output is output. Do not execute the process. On the other hand, when an instruction to execute the output process is received from the user, the execution of the output process is waited until the platen is opened, so that it is possible to prevent forgetting to take the document.

In the present embodiment, the ID card copy function of reading the front and back surfaces of the ID card from the platen and printing on one sheet has been described, but the reading of the ID card can also be applied to a transmission job and a save job. .. In this case, for example, the front and back surfaces of the ID card may be read to generate one page of image data, and the generated image data may be transmitted or saved.

Further, in the present embodiment, the processing conditions shown in FIG. 6 are shown as an example of a predetermined function, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in addition to these processing conditions, even when fax transmission is performed, transmission may not be performed until the platen is opened, or only when the ID card is read, until the platen is opened. You may not send it. Further, the administrator of the MFP 101 may be able to set whether or not to perform the misplacement prevention process of the document for each individual function.

<Other embodiments>
The present invention supplies a program that realizes one or more functions of the above-described embodiment to a system or device via a network or storage medium, and one or more processors in the computer of the system or device reads and executes the program. It can also be realized by the processing to be performed. It can also be realized by a circuit (for example, ASIC) that realizes one or more functions.

101 MFP
110 Control unit 116 Operation unit 120 Scanner 200 Document stand 219 Document stand cover

Claims (5)

A platen, a platen cover, a reading means for reading an image of a document set between the platen and the platen cover, and
A printing means for printing an image read by the reading means, and
A setting means for setting an ID card copy mode for printing the image of the first surface and the image of the second surface after reading the first and second surfaces of the ID card, and
When the ID card copy mode is set by the setting means, the reading means reads the first surface and the second surface of the ID card, and then the image of the first surface and the second surface. After shifting to a standby state in which the image is not printed by the printing means until a predetermined operation is performed, the printing means performs the image of the first surface and the second surface based on the predetermined operation . A control means that controls the printing means to print an image, and
Has a means of notification and
When the ID card copy mode is set by the setting means, after the reading means reads the first side and the second side of the ID card, the printing means reads the image of the first side. While in the standby state before printing the image on the second surface, the notification means notifies that the ID card should be removed.
Wherein when one-sided copy mode is set by said setting means, after the reading means has read the image of the document set during the platen cover and the document table, without going to the standby state, Moreover, the image processing apparatus is characterized in that the control means controls to print an image of the original without notifying the notification means to remove the original. Has more display means,
When the ID card copy mode is set by the setting means, the notification means reads the first side and the second side of the ID card by the reading means, and then the printing means reads the first side and the second side. 1. The display means is characterized in that a screen for notifying the removal of the ID card is displayed on the display means while the image on the first surface and the image on the second surface are in the standby state before printing. The image processing apparatus according to. When the ID card copy mode is set by the setting means, the notification means reads the first side and the second side of the ID card by the reading means, and then the printing means reads the first side and the second side. The first or second claim is characterized in that while the image on the first side and the image on the second side are in the standby state before printing , the platen cover is opened to notify that the ID card is removed. The image processing apparatus described. A scanning step of reading an image of a document set between a platen, a platen cover, and the platen and the platen cover,
A printing step of printing the image read in the reading step and
A setting process for setting an ID card copy mode for printing the image of the first surface and the image of the second surface after reading the first and second surfaces of the ID card, and
When the ID card copy mode is set in the setting step, after reading the first surface and the second surface of the ID card, the image of the first surface and the image of the second surface are predetermined. After shifting to a standby state in which printing is not performed in the printing process until the operation is performed , the image on the first surface and the image on the second surface are printed in the printing process based on the predetermined operation. Control process to control
When the ID card copy mode is set in the setting step, after reading the first surface and the second surface of the ID card, the image of the first surface and the second surface in the printing process. It has a notification step of notifying the removal of the ID card while in the standby state before printing the image of.
When the one-sided copy mode is set in the setting step, after reading the image of the document set during the platen cover and the document table, without going to the standby state, and, the document A notification method characterized in that the image of the original is controlled to be printed without notifying the removal of the original. A program for causing a computer to execute the notification method according to claim 4 .

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