JPH0231555A - Facsimile equipment - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To smoothly operate the title equipment by performing the manual actuation and manual stoppage of transmission, reception, copying and feeding of recording paper through a common operation key. CONSTITUTION:An operating section 12 is constituted of a key for starting transmission, reception, etc., mode selection keys for designating various processing modes, ten keys, etc. A CPU 1 detects the pressed states of the keys and controls each section in accordance with the pressed states. Namely, each operation mode of transmission, reception, copying and feeding of recording paper is automatically discriminated by the CPU 1 based on the on-hook or off-hook state of a handset and the setting or non-setting conditions of an original together with the pressed state of the start key. Therefore, this facsimile equipment can be operated smoothly without confusion.

Description

[Detailed description of the invention] [Industrial application field 1 The present invention relates to a facsimile device.

[Prior Art] Facsimile machines having the functions of sending, receiving, copying, and recording paper feeding are conventionally known.

For example, a transmission operation is started by pressing a start key after setting a document and inputting a destination.

Also, if you want to cancel this operation, press the stop key.

Further, in the reception operation, when performing manual reception, a start key and a stop key are used. In other words, in the case of 1 manual reception, when you receive a call from the other party and are off-hook,
Reception is started by pressing the start key.

Furthermore, if you want to stop the reception operation midway through, press the stop key in the same way as for the transmission operation.

Furthermore, some copy operations are started by setting a document and pressing the start key. If you want to cancel this, press the stop key.

Furthermore, in the case of chart paper feed, off-hook,
If the start key is pressed while no document is set, the feed operation is performed while the start key is pressed, and the feed operation is stopped by stopping the start key from being pressed.

[Problems to be Solved by the Invention] However, in such conventional facsimile machines, the above-mentioned operations are started and stopped by operating different keys, such as a start key and a stop key. For example, if you try to stop the operation in a hurry after starting up, there is a problem in that you may accidentally operate the starting key, which prevents the quick stopping operation.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to provide a facsimile machine that can smoothly start and stop operations without confusion.

[Means for Solving the Problems] The present invention is characterized in that at least one operation of transmission, reception, copying, and recording paper feeding is manually started and manually stopped using a common operation key.

[Function] In the present invention, since the operation is manually started and manually stopped using a common operation key, - If you want to stop an operation that has been started, you only need to re-operate the key that was operated at the time of activation. Compared to the case where a key operated at startup and a different key are instantaneously selected and operated, operations can be performed smoothly without confusion.

[Example] FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing one embodiment of the present invention.

The CPUI controls the entire facsimile machine according to the program stored in the ROM 2, and includes the RAM 3, non-volatile RAM 4, character generator (CG) 5, storage section 6, reading section 7, modem section 8, network control unit/ ) (NCU) 9, operation unit 12. Display section 1
3. Control the selection signal sending section 14.

The RAM 3 stores the binary image data read by the reading unit 7 or the binary image data recorded in the recording unit 6, and transmits the signal modulated by the modem unit 8 to the NCU 9.
It stores the binarized image data that is output to the telephone line 10 via the telephone line 10.

Further, the RAM 3 demodulates the analog waveform input from the telephone line 10 via the NCU 9 and the modem section 8,
It stores the binarized image data.

The non-volatile RAM 4 reliably stores data to be saved even when the power to the facsimile machine is cut off. Furthermore, the non-volatile RAM 4 is one of the registration means for registering the name of the other party and the telephone number of the other party in correspondence through the operation unit 12.

Then, in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 2, the CPUI has a function as a transmitting means for transmitting the destination name corresponding to the input destination telephone number to the destination receiver.

The character generator 5 uses JIS code, ASCI
A ROM that stores characters such as I codes, and CP
Based on the control of the UI, character data corresponding to a predetermined code is extracted using 2-byte data as necessary.

The recording unit 6 is composed of a DMA controller, sub CPU, thermal head, TTL, IC, etc.
The record data stored in the RAM 3 is taken out under the control of the RAM 3 and printed out as a bar code.

The reading unit 7 includes a DMA controller, a sub CPU, and a CCD.
, TTL, IC, etc., and binarizes the data read using COD under the control of the CPUI.
The binarized data is sequentially sent to the RAM 3.

The modem unit 8 has G3, G2 . G1. It is composed of an FM modem and a clock generation circuit connected to these modems, and modulates the transmission data stored in the RAM 3 under the control of the CPU, and sends it to the telephone via the NCU 9.
It is output to lo. Furthermore, the modem unit 8 introduces the analog signal of the telephone line 1G via the NCU 9,
This demodulated and binarized data is stored in the RAM 3.

The NCU 9 switches and connects the telephone line 10 to either the modem section 8 or the telephone set 11 under the control of the CPUI.

The operation unit 12 includes a key for starting transmission, reception, etc.
It consists of a mode selection key for specifying various processing modes, a numeric keypad, etc. The CPU then detects the pressed states of these keys and controls the above-mentioned units according to the pressed states.

In the facsimile apparatus of this embodiment, each operation mode of transmission, reception, copying, and recording paper feed can be changed by pressing the start key based on the on-hook or off-hook condition of the handset and the setting or non-setting of the document. , the CPUI automatically makes the determination. Therefore, the mode selection key is used to specify modes other than these operating modes, such as modes such as fine, standard, and density for transmission images, and modes such as automatic reception and manual reception.

The display unit 13 is a liquid crystal display that displays 16 digits, and displays predetermined characters and the like under the control of the CPUI.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the external appearance of this facsimile machine, and FIG. 3 is a sectional view showing the internal structure of the facsimile machine.

A document table 14 is provided on the front surface of the outer casing 18, and a document 15 is set on the document table 14 while being positioned in the thrust direction.

The operating section 12 is provided with an LED 17a that indicates the operating state of the facsimile machine, a slide switch 17b as a mode selection key, and a bush changeover switch 17c having a rubber contact inside. In addition, a start/stop key 1 consisting of a button changeover switch is also provided.
7d is provided.

Furthermore, an ejection port 18a for the original 15 and the recording paper 20 is formed on the upper surface of the outer casing 18.

Further, a handset 19 is arranged on the side of the outer casing 18, and a hook switch (not shown) is activated by raising and lowering the handset 19.
The on/off state of the CPU is detected by the CPU.

On the other hand, inside the outer casing 1B, there are a document sensor (Ds) 21 that detects insertion of the original 15, a paper feed roller 22 for the original, and a separation piece 23 that presses the original 15 against the paper feed roller 22. A document edge sensor (DBS) 24 for notifying the front and rear end positions of the original 15, a contact sensor (C3) 27 for reading, a CS roller 26 for pressing the original 15 against the contact sensor 27, and the original 15.
Guide member 28. is provided.

Furthermore, inside the outer casing 18, there are further provided a feed roller 29 for recording paper, a thermal printer head 30 for printing on the recording paper 2o, a power source 31, and the like.

FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing the operation of the facsimile machine configured as described above.

First, in the on-hook state (St), the document 15 is set (Se2)
If not (S2), the CPU 1 determines that recording paper feeding is specified, and starts recording paper feeding operation by pressing the start/stop key 17d (S3) (S4).

During this feeding operation, the recording paper feeding operation is stopped by ceasing to press the start/stop key 17d.

Note that there are some facsimile machines that start the recording paper feeding operation by pressing the start/stop key 17d and continue the feeding operation even after the pressing is released, but in such a case, the start/stop key 17d must be pressed again. By doing so, the phyto-operation can be stopped.

In addition, when the on-hook state is (-3l) and the original 15 is set (32), the CPU determines that copying has been specified, and presses the start/stop/stop key 17.
The first press of d (S7) starts the copy operation (S8), and upon completion of this copy operation (39,
5io), return to the initial standby state. Furthermore, if the start/stop key 17d is pressed again during the recording paper feeding operation (S11), this operation is stopped and the printer returns to the standby state.

On the other hand, in the off-hook state (S 1), lX draft 15
is not set (312), the CPU 1 determines that it is in a reception waiting state, and starts manual reception operation by first pressing the start/stop key 17d (S13) (S14). Then, upon completion of this manual reception operation (S l 5.516), the device returns to the initial standby state. Furthermore, if the start/stop key 17d is pressed again during the receiving operation (317), this operation is stopped and the device returns to the standby state.

Further, in the off-hook state (31), if the document 15 is set (S12).

The CPU determines that the transmission operation is specified, and starts the transmission operation (S19) by pressing the start/stop key 17d for the first time (318), and upon completion of this transmission operation (S20.521), the first Return to standby state. Furthermore, if the start/stop key 17d is pressed again during the transmission operation (S22), this operation is stopped and the apparatus returns to the standby state.

As described above, each operation is started when the start/stop key 17d is pressed for the first time and stopped when the start/stop key 17d is pressed again. Therefore, if an operation is performed by mistake, the operation can be stopped in a hurry. Even when attempting to do so, it is only necessary to press the same key 17d as when starting, and the operation can be changed smoothly without confusion.

In addition, in order to prevent malfunctions when the start/stop key 17d is pressed for a long time, for example, after pressing the key, each operation mode is started at the timing when the key turns off, or before stopping, It is effective to create a program that always checks the key-off state.

Moreover, FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing another example of operation.

In this example, after pressing the keys at 318 and 519 in FIG. 4 and starting transmission, if the other party is busy (S
23), after a predetermined time has elapsed, enters a redial standby mode for redialing (324), and during this standby,
Immediate redialing can be started by pressing the start/stop key 17d before a predetermined time has elapsed (S25).

[Effects of the Invention] According to the present invention, since the operation is manually started and manually stopped using a common operation key, the operation is less complicated than when the operation is stopped by operating a key operated at startup and a different key. This has the effect of allowing the process to be carried out smoothly without confusion.

In addition, since starting and stopping are performed with one key, it is possible to reduce the number of keys, reduce key space, and reduce costs.
Effects such as improved usability can be obtained.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the external appearance of the facsimile machine. FIG. 3 is a sectional view showing the internal structure of the facsimile machine. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing the operation of the facsimile machine. FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of operation in another embodiment. 10.CPU, 2.ROM, 3.RAM. 12...Operation unit. 17d...Start/stop key

Claims (1)

[Claims] A facsimile machine characterized in that manual activation and manual termination of at least one of transmission, reception, copying, and recording paper feeding operations are performed using a common operation key.