JPH0255465A - Facsimile equipment - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To allow a facsimile equipment itself to memorize optional information without using a memo paper and a pen by storing a received optional character string and displaying a stored character string. CONSTITUTION:A display section 801 displaying an inputted and registered content on a screen of an operation display section in terms of characters is provided. Moreover, an F key setting various input modes is provided under the display screen. A ten-key 805 used for dialing or the like, a P key 808 used at dialing an an M key 811 setting the memo mode or the like are provided at the side of the display section 801. The facsimile equipment is set to the memo mode, an optional character string is registered as memo information and the number is designated to display the registered character string. Thus, the operator can memorize optional information such as various messages without using a memo paper or a pen.

Description

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

[Prior Art] Recent facsimile machines are equipped with various functions to facilitate operation.

One well-known example is a one-touch dialing function in which a destination telephone number is registered in advance using a numeric keypad or a plurality of dedicated keys, and a call is automatically made by pressing the key.

Without such a function, when making a call, the operator would have to read each destination's phone number written down on a notebook and dial the number one by one. However, if the above-mentioned one-touch dial function is provided, such memos become unnecessary6 [Problem to be solved by the invention] However, when taking notes on a notebook etc., for example,
Even if the same company has different phone numbers for daytime and night calls, you can freely write down the phone numbers of both parties, as well as notes regarding the destination, such as the company's regular holidays.

However, even though conventional facsimile machines have a one-touch dial function that stores specific phone numbers,
There was an inconvenience in that it was not possible to take notes of arbitrary information as described above.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to provide a facsimile device that can eliminate the above-mentioned inconvenience and memo any information.

[Means for Solving the Problems] To this end, the present invention is capable of storing an input arbitrary character string and displaying the character string arbitrarily. A character string is stored in association with each key, and the corresponding character string is displayed by operating each key.

[Operation] This allows the operator to write down any information using the facsimile machine itself without using note paper or a pen.

[Embodiments] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 shows a block diagram of a facsimile machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. In the figure, a scanner 1 reads an image of a transmitted document and extracts image information, and a plotter 2 records the received image on recording paper. The encoding/decoding unit 3 encodes image information to be transmitted and decodes received image information.

The image memory 4 temporarily stores image information to be transmitted in the case of storage and transmission.

The network control device 5 performs predetermined call origination and incoming call operations by acquiring a line, sending out a selection signal which is an originating optical telephone number, and detecting an incoming call.

The modem 6 modulates and demodulates image information and various information for transmission control, and transmits the image information.The communication control unit 7 controls the network control device 5 and the modem 6 to transmit and receive image information according to a predetermined transmission control procedure. This is what we do.

The operation display section 8 is used by the operator to perform various operations, and also displays guidance for the operations, the operating status of the apparatus, and the like.

As shown in FIG. 3, the operation display section 8 is provided with an 8-inch display section for displaying operation guidance and inputted or registered contents in text. Also, below it,
An F (function) key 802 for setting various input modes such as one-touch dial registration mode, and a Y (yes) key 803 and an N (no) key 804 for confirming input are provided.

On the side of the display section 801, there is a "
Numeric keypad 805 from 0" to "9'", * key 806,
# key 807, P (pause) key 808 used when dialing, C (clear) key 809 to correct input characters or move the cursor on the display, R (redial) key 8
10. The M (memo) key 811 to set memo mode is
are arranged respectively.

In this embodiment, by setting this facsimile machine as the memo mode, it has a function of registering any message as memo information in correspondence with the numeric keypad.

Moreover, 16 one-touch dial keys 812 from 'a' to 'pII are arranged on the sides of each of these keys. Note that below each key are written the names of business offices where destination telephone numbers are registered, such as "Tokyo" and "Chiba," and the names of overseas business offices, such as rAAAJ rBBBJ.

Further, on the side thereof, there is a start key 813 for starting facsimile communication. A copy key 814 for instructing copying and a stop key 815 for stopping operation are provided.

On the other hand, the system control section 9 is composed of a microcomputer system, and controls each section to execute predetermined operations of the facsimile machine.

The system memory 10 stores various information necessary for the operation of this facsimile machine. In this system memory 10, as shown in FIG.
~”Each one-touch dial dial key 8 up to pII
The destination telephone number corresponding to 12 and memo information corresponding to the numeric keypad are stored.

The facsimile machine of this embodiment has the above configuration, and then:
The procedure for registering memo information will be explained.

In the communication standby state of this facsimile machine, the display section 80
1, as shown in FIG. 4(a), operation guidance for instructing document setting and the current time are displayed.

Here, when the operator presses the M key 811, the memo mode is set, the cursor Cr blinks, and the input of a memo number is requested as shown in FIG. 4(b). Note that the display in the upper right corner of the display section 801 indicates the keys that can be used at this point, and various keys will be similarly displayed below.

For example, if you enter [2] on the numeric keypad 805, and no memo information is registered on this numeric keypad, the entered number will be displayed and the cursor Cr will be moved as shown in FIG. You are requested to input memo information one line down.

Here, the operator arbitrarily inputs numbers and characters.

For example, I just exchanged documents with rABCJ, and in a subsequent call, the nighttime phone number was [03-456-89].
Suppose that you receive a notification that it is 01J.

Therefore, if this telephone number is to be registered as memo information, first, for example, the numeric keypad 805 and the P key 808
Therefore, [O] [3 pieces [P] [4 pieces [5 [6] [P] [
8] [9 pieces [0] [1 piece] and so on. As a result, the input contents are displayed as shown in FIG. 3(d).

Furthermore, if we subsequently register rAB(,4,
For example, press the C key 809 ] times to move the cursor Cr to
Advance the digit, leave a space as shown in FIG. 2(e), and then press and hold the # key 807 for a certain period of time. While the # key 807 is pressed, alphanumeric characters and kana characters are sequentially displayed one by one. Therefore, as shown in the same figure (f), rA
When the letter J is displayed, press the C key 809 to 1.
Press the button twice to advance the cursor Cr by one digit, and then display r13J. Note that such an input method is a known technique, and the # key 807 is a scroll key for sending various characters in a fixed order, and the * key 806 is a scroll key for sending various characters in a reverse order.

In the above operation, both keys can be used.

In this way, as shown in FIG. 8(g), when the memo information to be entered is displayed and the Y key 803 is pressed, the contents are registered corresponding to [2] on the numeric keypad 805. Ru. Then, as shown in the same figure (h), the same figure (
Return to the initial state in the same memo mode as in b).

By operations similar to those described above, arbitrary characters and messages can be registered in correspondence with other keys on the numeric keypad 805.

Here, in the initial state of the memo mode, if, for example, "2" is input using the numeric keypad 805, the corresponding registered memo information is displayed, as shown in FIG.

Next, when correcting the registered contents, press the N key 804 to enter the input state as shown in FIG. 4(b).

Now, for example, the phone number is r03-456-7890J.
, enter the phone number and desired characters using the same procedure as above. And the same figure (j
), press the Y key 803 to register the contents and return to the initial state.

If the N key 804 is pressed in the initial state of the memo mode shown in (b) and (h) of the same figure, the memo mode is canceled and the communication standby state shown in (a) of the figure is entered.

In addition, when the N key 804 is pressed in the state shown in FIG. 4(C), the screen returns to the above-mentioned initial state shown in FIG. 4(b). Furthermore, if the N key 804 is pressed in the states shown in (d) to (g), (i), and (j) of the same figure, the memo information will be re-entered as shown in (C) of the same figure. return.

As described above, in this embodiment, "0" on the numeric keypad 805
By registering an arbitrary character string as memo information in correspondence with ``9'' and specifying its number, the registered character string is displayed.

This allows the operator to take notes of various messages and other arbitrary information using the facsimile machine itself without using note paper or a pen.

By the way, in the above-described embodiment, when setting the memo mode, it was done by pressing the specially arranged M key 811, but in general, by pressing the function key and inputting a predetermined function code, Methods for setting various operating modes are known.

FIGS. 5(a) and 5(b) show another embodiment in which the memo mode is set using the function code. In this example, the memo mode is set using the function code [8
8" is set. In this case, in the communication standby state, press the F key 802, then press "88" on the numeric keypad 805.
Entering this will set it to memo mode. After this, registration or display is performed in the same manner as in the previous embodiment.

Next, another embodiment of the present invention will be described. In this embodiment, in the system memory 10, as shown in FIG.
Areas for storing destination telephone numbers and memo information are formed corresponding to each of I to "ρ".

In this configuration, when registering or displaying memo information, the M key 811 is pressed in the communication standby state shown in FIG. 7(a). This will set you to memo mode and set it to memo mode (
As shown in b), operation of the one-touch dial key 812 is required.

Here, the user presses any one-touch dial key 812, for example, "C", and inputs the memo information to be registered in accordance with the procedure explained in FIG. 4. Figure (c) shows “March 4th ~
This is an example of inputting memo information that means "March 6th Mr. A's day off." If you press the Y key 803 in this state,
The memo information is registered, and the memo mode enters the initial state as shown in FIG. 4(d).

In this way, arbitrary memo information is registered in association with each key of the one-touch dial key 812.

Then, in the initial state of the memo mode, for example, if you press C''' of the one-touch dial key 812, as shown in FIG.
The registration details will be displayed as shown in . Further, correction of registered contents is also performed in accordance with the procedure explained in FIG. 4.

In this way, in this embodiment, the one-touch dial key 8
Arbitrary memo information can be registered in correspondence with each of the 12 keys. With this, if you make a call using one-touch dialing and receive notification from the other party that it is a holiday or that another phone is out of order, you can make a note of the holiday, phone number, etc. You can optionally take notes depending on the recipient.

In the above embodiment, the memo mode is set using the M key 811, but it may also be set using a function code as shown in FIG. Furthermore, it is also conceivable to arrange a removable plate on the face of the one-touch dial dial key 812, and to switch between the memo mode and the communication mode by attaching and detaching the plate.

Furthermore, although memo information is stored in correspondence with the numeric keypad or one-touch dial key, it may be stored in correspondence with any number. Further, in order to facilitate the input of character information, a full keyboard including alphanumeric characters, kana characters, and symbols may be provided.

Furthermore, the present invention may be applied not only to facsimile machines but also to telephones equipped with an auto-dial function.

[Effects of the Invention] As described above, according to the present invention, any entered character string can be stored and displayed at will.
It becomes possible to memo any information using the facsimile machine itself without using memo paper or a pen.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

Fig. 1 is a block diagram of a facsimile machine according to an embodiment of the present invention, Fig. 2 is a panel diagram of the operation display section, Fig. 3 is an explanatory diagram of information stored in the system memory, and Fig. 4 is a memo mode. FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing another example of how to set to memo mode,
FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram of information stored in the system memory in yet another embodiment, and FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram of the operating procedure and display contents in that embodiment. DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1...Scanner, 2...Plotter, 3...Encoder/decoder, 4...Image memory, 5...Network control device, 6...
...Modem, 7.Communication control section, 8.Operation display section, 9.System control section, 10.System memory, 801..Display section, numeric keypad, 811..M (memo) ) key, ・One touch, O0, Ω 0 Fig. 5 ↓ [F] + [8] + [8 pieces Fig. 6 0 Destination phone': No. 11 Memo information b ψ 1 child's phone 4 # → Chi Nu death ) 1 Fortunately, Figure 7↓ [C] ↓]

Claims (2)

[Claims] (1) A facsimile machine equipped with a means for inputting a character string and displaying it on a display, a memo information storage means for storing an arbitrary input character string, and a memo information display means for displaying the stored character string. A facsimile device characterized by being equipped with. (2) A destination phone number is registered in advance for each key,
The memo information storage means stores the character strings corresponding to each of the keys and displays the memo information. 2. A facsimile apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said means displays said character string corresponding to each said key.