JPH03168897A - Dress pattern vending machine and dress pattern vending system using the same - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To prevent the generation of much stock of defective dress patterns or the lack of stock and to quickly vend various dress patterns in a small space by printing out and vending a required dress patterns in a dress pattern vending machine. CONSTITUTION:The dress pattern vending machine installed on each shop includes a CPU 2 and a RAM 3 storing various dress pattern information, a ROM 4 storing the using method of the dress pattern vending machine, a display 5 for displaying various dress pattern information or the using method of the vending machine, a keyboard 6 to be a purchaser's selecting means, and a printer 7 for printing out a full-size dress pattern based on the dress pattern information stored in the RAM 3 and selecting information inputted from the keyboard 6 by the purchaser are connected to the CPU 2. The dress pattern vending machine prints out only the dress pattern required by the purchaser in the field. Consequently, the generation of much stock of defective dress patterns or the lack of stock can be removed and various dress patterns can quickly be vent in the small space.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [Field of Industrial Application] The present invention relates to a pattern vending machine that prints and sells desired paper patterns on the spot, and a pattern vending system using the same.

[Prior Art] Conventionally, patterns for clothes, etc., have been printed in large quantities at printing shops, shipped to retail stores, and sold in a format where they are displayed at retail stores.

[Issue 8 that the invention seeks to solve] However, in the conventional sales format, large quantities of the same pattern were printed at the printing shop, so if the pattern did not sell well, a large amount of defective stock was generated. The problem was that it was wasted. On the other hand, if the pattern you want is out of stock at a retail store, it has to be ordered from somewhere else or reprinted at a printing shop before being shipped to the retailer, so there is the problem that it takes a certain amount of time for the pattern to be made manually. Ta. In addition, retail stores display and sell various paper patterns, so there is a problem in that a sufficient space is required.

The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems, and includes a pattern vending machine that eliminates large quantities of defective patterns and out-of-stock patterns and can quickly sell various patterns in a small space, and a pattern vending machine using the same. The purpose is to provide a sales system.

[Means for Solving the Problems] To achieve this object, the pattern vending machine of the present invention includes a storage means for storing pattern information, and a method for extracting desired pattern information from the pattern information held in the storage means. The apparatus includes a selection means for making a selection, and an output means for printing a full-size paper pattern based on the desired paper pattern information selected by the selection means.

Further, in order to achieve the above-mentioned object, another pattern vending machine of the present invention includes a selection means for selecting desired pattern information from externally held pattern information, and a selection means for selecting desired pattern information from externally held pattern information; and output means for printing a full-size paper pattern based on the paper pattern information.

Further, in order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the pattern sales system of the present invention includes an external storage means that holds a large amount of pattern information, and a communication means for transmitting and receiving various information between the external storage means. , a selection means for selecting desired pattern information from the pattern information held in the external storage means via the communication means; and a full-size pattern based on the desired pattern information selected by the selection means. and output means for printing.

[Operation] According to the pattern vending machine of the present invention having the above configuration, the purchaser selects desired pattern information from the pattern information held in the storage device using the selection device.

Then, the paper pattern vending machine prints the paper pattern in full size using the output means based on the desired paper pattern information selected by the purchaser using the selection means and sells the pattern.

Further, according to another pattern vending machine of the present invention having the above-described configuration, the purchaser selects desired pattern information from externally held pattern information using the selection means. Then, the paper pattern vending machine prints the paper pattern in full size using the output means based on the desired paper pattern information selected by the purchaser using the selection means and sells the pattern.

Further, according to the pattern vending system using the pattern vending machine described above, the purchaser selects desired pattern information from among the pattern information received via the communication means from the external storage means that holds a large amount of pattern information. Select by selection means. Then, the paper pattern vending machine prints the paper pattern in full size using the output means based on the desired paper pattern information selected by the purchaser using the selection means and sells the pattern.

[First implementation f! IIJ] Hereinafter, a first embodiment embodying the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

First, the circuit structure of the pattern vending machine 1 of this embodiment will be explained with reference to FIG.

The pattern vending machine 1 installed in each retail store has a CP inside it.
It has a U (central processing unit) 2, and the CPU 2 includes a RAM (random access memory) 3 which is a storage means for storing various pattern information.
, a ROM (read only memory) 4 that stores examples of pattern information for demonstration and how to use the pattern vending machine 1, a display 5 that displays various pattern information and how to use the pattern vending machine 1, and a purchaser. A keyboard 6 and a RAM 3 serve as selection means for selecting a desired pattern from among various pattern information and inputting selection information such as the purchaser's own body type.
A printer 7 or the like is connected as an output means for printing a full-size paper pattern based on the pattern information stored in the printer and selection information input by the purchaser from the keyboard 6.

Next, the external structure of the pattern vending machine 1 of this embodiment will be explained with reference to FIG.

A main body 11 is fixedly mounted on the stable legs 10. A display 5 is arranged on the top surface of the main body 11 to display pattern information and how to use the pattern vending machine 1. In front of the display 5, a purchaser selects a desired pattern from among the various pattern information displayed on the display 5. A keyboard 6 is provided for making selections and manually inputting selection information such as the purchaser's own body type.

In addition, a paper insertion slot (not shown) for printing a pattern is arranged on the rear side of the main body 11, and the cover 12 is
covered with. A printer (not shown) is disposed inside the main body 11 following the insertion port, and a discharge port 13 from which a pattern printed by the printer is discharged is disposed on the front side surface of the main body 11 following the printer.

Next, the flow of operation of the pattern vending machine of this embodiment will be explained with reference to FIGS. 1, 2, and 5.

Turn on the power to the pattern vending machine 1, start it up, and start selling patterns. S1: The information held in the ROM 4, such as an introduction to an example of a pattern that can be sold and how to operate the vending machine 1, is stored in the CP.
U2 displays it on the display 5 and performs a demonstration. S2: Next, based on the press of the keyboard 6, the CPU 2 searches whether there is a desire to purchase a pattern. If there is no desire to purchase, the process returns to S1, and if there is a desire to purchase, the process proceeds to S3. S3: The person wishing to purchase enters selection information such as the shape of the clothes they like and the size of their body on the keyboard 6.
Enter from. S4: Based on the selection information input in S3, the CPU 2 selects an appropriate pattern candidate from the RAM 3 and displays it on the display 5. S5: If the person wishing to purchase desires a pattern candidate different from the pattern candidates displayed on the display 5, he/she inputs that effect from the keyboard 6. Then, the process returns to 84, and the CPU 2 selects another pattern candidate from the RAM 3 and displays it on the debray 5. After repeating this operation, if the person wishing to purchase inputs from the keyboard 6 that he or she does not wish to display another pattern candidate, the process proceeds to 86. S6: When the person who wishes to purchase manually inputs from the keyboard 6 that he or she does not want to purchase the pattern, the process returns to 51, and if there is a pattern that he/she wishes to purchase, he inputs that fact from the keyboard 6 and the process proceeds to 87. S8: When the prospective purchaser pays the fee to the fee payment port (not shown), s8
Proceed to. S8: When paper is inserted from the insertion slot, cPU2
The printer 7 inside the main body 11 prints the original size pattern on the paper and then discharges it from the discharge port 13. In this way, the sale of the paper pattern is completed, and the process returns to s1 to prepare for the next process.

[Second Embodiment] A second embodiment embodying the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

The configuration of the pattern sales system of this embodiment will be explained with reference to FIGS. 3 and 4 first.

The pattern vending machine 31 installed in each retail store is connected to the communication line 20.
It is connected to a host computer 21, which is an external storage means. In addition, the pattern vending machine 31 has a CP inside it.
The CPU 32 includes a RAM 3 that can store various pattern information received from the host computer 21.
3. A ROM 34 that stores an example of pattern information for demonstration and how to use the pattern vending machine 31, a display 35 that is a display means for displaying various pattern information and how to use the pattern vending machine 31, and the purchaser selects a pattern. A keyboard 36 is a selection means for inputting selection information such as the purchaser's own body shape, a communication device 38 is a communication means for transmitting and receiving pattern information and selection information to and from the host computer 21, and a communication device 38 is a communication means for transmitting and receiving pattern information and selection information to and from the host computer 21. A printer 37, etc., which is an output means for printing a full-size paper pattern, is connected.

A description of the external structure of the pattern vending machine 31 is the same as that of the pattern vending machine 1 described in the first embodiment with reference to FIG. 2, so a description thereof will be omitted here.

Next, the flow of operation of the pattern sales system of this embodiment will be explained with reference to FIGS. 3, 4, and 6.

The pattern vending machine 31 is powered on and started up, and pattern vending machine 31 is started. S11: Example of pattern information and book vending machine 31
The information stored in the ROM 34, such as how to operate the
is displayed on the display 35 for demonstration. S12: Next, based on the press of the keyboard 36, the CPU 32 searches whether there is a desire to purchase a pattern. If there is no desire to purchase, the process returns to S11, and if there is a desire to purchase, the process proceeds to 813. S13: The person wishing to purchase inputs selection information such as the shape of the clothes he/she likes and the size of his/her body shape using the keyboard 36. The selection information input in S14:313 is transmitted to the host computer 21 via the communication device 38. Then, the host computer 21 that has received the selection information selects an appropriate candidate based on the selection information, and transmits the pattern information of the selected candidate to the pattern vending machine 31 via the communication device 38. host computer 2l
The pattern information received is stored in the RAM 33. S
15: The pattern information stored in the RAM 33 in S14 is displayed on the display 35. S16: If the purchaser desires a pattern candidate different from the pattern candidates displayed on the display 35, he/she inputs that effect from the keyboard 36. Then, the process returns to step 814, and the pattern vending machine 31 transmits to the host computer 21 via the communication device 38 that another pattern candidate is desired. Then, the host computer 21 selects another pattern candidate and transmits the pattern information of the selected another candidate to the pattern vending machine 31 via the communication device 38. The pattern information of another candidate received from the host computer 21 is stored in the RAM 33 and displayed on the display 35 in S15. After repeating the above-described operations, the purchaser inputs from the keyboard 36 that he does not wish to display another pattern candidate, and the process proceeds to step 317. s17: If the person wishing to purchase inputs from the keyboard 36 that he or she does not want to purchase the pattern, the process returns to 811, and if there is a pattern that he or she wishes to purchase, he or she inputs that fact from the keyboard 36, and the process proceeds to S18. S1
8: When the person wishing to purchase pays the fee to a fee payment port (not shown), the process proceeds to S19.

S19: When the paper is inserted through the insertion port, the printer 37 inside the main body prints the paper pattern desired by the purchaser in the original size on the paper, and discharges the paper from the discharge port. In this way, the sale of the paper pattern is completed, and the process returns to S11 to prepare for the next process.

In addition, this pattern sales system is compatible with host computer 2L.
By simply updating the pattern information, each pattern vending machine 31 can output a new pattern. Therefore, system management becomes easy.

The present invention is not limited to the embodiments detailed above, and various changes can be made without departing from the spirit thereof.

For example, a scanner may be used to read a photo of the user, and a composite image of the user wearing various clothes may be displayed on the display, allowing the user to select a pattern. Furthermore, instead of a scanner, a video camera may be used to read the face and figure of the person who wishes to purchase.

Further, if this pattern vending machine is installed in a store, the purchaser may pay the fee for the pattern to the store clerk.

Further, the paper for printing the paper pattern may also be held in a wound manner inside the main body.

In addition, the pattern vending machine 31 used in the pattern vending system is
RAM 33 is not retained and the host computer 21 has RAM
The functions of M33 may be substituted.

Further, the pattern vending machine may not have a display and print the pattern selected by the purchaser from a catalog.

[Effects of the Invention] As is clear from the detailed description above, according to the present invention, the pattern vending machine prints only the patterns desired by the purchaser on the spot, so that a large amount of defective patterns and stocks are eliminated. It is possible to provide a paper pattern vending machine that can quickly sell various types of paper patterns in a small space without cutting, and a pattern vending system using the same, which has a remarkable industrial effect.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

1 to 6 show embodiments embodying the present invention, FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing the circuit configuration of a pattern vending machine according to the first embodiment, and FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the circuit configuration of a pattern vending machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the configuration of the pattern vending system, FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing the circuit configuration of the pattern vending machine of the second embodiment, and FIG. 5 is the configuration of the pattern vending machine of the first embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the flow of processing in the pattern vending machine. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the flow of processing in the pattern vending system of the second embodiment. In the figure, 1.31 is a pattern vending machine, 2.32 is a CPU, and 3.
33 is RAM, 4.34 is ROM, 5.35 is display, 6, 36 is keyboard, 7, 37 is printer, 2
0 is a communication line, 21 is a host computer, and 38 is a communication device.

Claims (1)

[Scope of Claims] 1. Storage means for holding pattern information; Selection means for selecting desired pattern information from the pattern information held in the storage means; and the desired pattern information selected by the selection means. A pattern vending machine characterized by being equipped with an output means for printing a full-size pattern based on pattern information. 2. A selection means for selecting desired paper pattern information from pattern information stored externally, and an output means for printing a full-size paper pattern based on the desired paper pattern information selected by the selection means. A pattern vending machine characterized by: 3. External storage means holding a large amount of pattern information; Communication means for transmitting and receiving various information between the external storage means; A pattern sales method comprising: a selection means for selecting pattern information via the communication means; and an output means for printing a full-size pattern based on the desired pattern information selected by the selection means. system.