JPH0456457A - Facsimile communication equipment - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To execute data transmission automatically by sending a data stored in a data storage means to a called terminal equipment for each silent period in response to an output from a silent period detection means. CONSTITUTION:A data to be sent to a terminal equipment 4 is stored in advance in a RAM 14 of a facsimile equipment 1, a timing detection circuit 20 connected to a telephone control section 6 detects a silent period in succession to a voice signal from the terminal equipment 4 and sends the stored data automatically for detected silent period. Thus, the transmission of data to the called terminal equipment is implemented automatically and since the trouble of the operator to make data transmission after the confirmation of a predetermined specific signal sent from the called terminal equipment is saved, the operability is improved.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a facsimile machine, and more particularly to a facsimile machine that automatically transmits data in response to a silent period between voice messages given by a called terminal. The present invention relates to a facsimile communication device.

Prior Art FIG. 10 is a block diagram showing the basic configuration of a conventional facsimile machine 101. Facsimile machine 101 transmits/receives audio signals and image data via telephone line 102 . Telephone line 102 is connected to NCU (Network Control Unit) 103.

The NCU 103 controls the interface between the telephone port 11102 and the facsimile machine 101, that is, the connection/disconnection of the telephone line 102. NCUloB determines whether the received signal is an audio signal or image data based on the CNG signal,
The audio signal is given to the main control section 104, and the image data is given to the modem 107.

Independently of the facsimile processing unit 130 having the configuration described below,
A telephone control unit 105 is connected to the NCU 103, and a handset 106 can be used to make a call with a communication partner station. The received audio signal is output from the speaker of the handset 106 and transmitted to the handset 10.
The audio signal from the microphone No. 6 is given to the NCU 103 via the telephone control unit 105, and from the NCU 103 to the telephone! ! 102.

The modem 107 modulates/demodulates image data based on the control of the main controller 104. A transmission control unit 108 is connected to the modem 107, and the transmission control unit 108 controls the modem 107 based on the control of the main control unit 104, and controls image data transmission/reception operations.

A line memory 110 is connected to the main control section 104 via a line memory control section 109 .

Line memory control unit 109 uses line memory 110 to control compression of image data to be transmitted and expansion of received image data. The main control unit 104 provides the image data decompressed by the line memory control unit 109 to the recording device W112 via the recording control unit 111.

The recording device 112 includes, for example, a thermal head and a platen roller. The recording operation is performed by pressing recording paper such as hot paper against the outer peripheral surface of the platen roller using a thermal head, and selectively heating multiple heating resistors provided on the thermal head based on the provided image data. .

Further, a reading device W113 is connected to the main control section 104 via a reading processing section 114. The reading device 113 is
It includes a light source and a CCD (charge-coupled device), and irradiates the document surface with light from the light source, reads reflected light from the document surface with the CCD, converts it into an electrical signal, and supplies the electrical signal to the reading processing section 114.

The reading processing unit 114 adjusts the analog signal read by the CCD to the sole level using an AGC circuit, and further corrects shading distortion due to distortion of the optical system and variations in sensitivity of the CCD image sensor.

An operation panel 116 is connected to the main control section 104 via a panel control section 115. The operation panel 116 is provided with various operation keys, a light emitting diode for displaying the operating state or setting mode of the facsimile machine 101, a display device, and the like. Panel control section 115
monitors the input of various operation keys by scanning the operation panel 116, controls the lighting of the light emitting diode or the display device, and controls the operation panel 116 and the main control unit 1.
Controls data transfer to and from 04. Further, the telephone control section 105 is connected to the panel control section 115, and independently of turning on/off the power in the facsimile processing section 130, the number keys on the operation panel 116 are operated to tell the telephone control section 105 to the destination of the call. You can enter information such as a phone number.

Accordingly, the telephone control unit 105 outputs a calling signal to the telephone line 102 via the NCTJ 103.

Further, the facsimile device 101 is supplied with power from a power supply circuit 117 controlled by the main control section 104 .

FIG. 11 is a perspective view showing the external appearance of the facsimile machine 101. The original to be transmitted is placed on the original placing unit 121. At this time, if the length of the document is long, it is assisted by the document auxiliary table 122.

Further, in order to smoothly supply the original, the original width guide 123 is adjusted to match the width of the original before placing the original on the original placing section 121.

After placing the document, the user inputs the telephone number of the recipient from the operation panel 116 and presses the start key to start transmitting the image data. After scanning, the original is sent to the original output port 12.
It is discharged from 4. Further, the recording paper on which the received image data has been recorded is ejected from the recording paper ejection port 125. To remove a document or remove a jammed document when transmitting a document, pull the operation panel opening/closing knob 126 toward the document ejection port 124 to open the operation panel 116. In addition, when a recording paper jam occurs or when a new recording paper is set, the recording paper cover opening/closing knob 127 is pulled upward to open the recording paper cover 128.

The handset 106 is connected to a connection terminal (not shown) of the facsimile machine 101 by a connection cord 129.

Problems to be Solved by the Invention Generally, the functions of the facsimile device 101 described above are centered on transmitting/receiving image data, and when communication using voice signals with a communication partner is required, it is possible to transmit image data prepared in advance. After completion, it was necessary to put the facsimile machine 101 into call mode.

Recently, for example, it has become possible for banks and their customers to send necessary data from their own facsimile machines or telephones, allowing them to request counter services and other services from their desired banks from the comfort of their own homes. A system has been developed. However, even in this system, communication with the bank's host computer is carried out by the operator sequentially operating the button on the facsimile machine or telephone according to voice messages sent from the terminal device connected to the host computer. Necessary data is transmitted using PB signals.

As mentioned above, in conventional answering systems using facsimile machines and telephones, the operator checks the response signal from the terminal device connected to the bank's host computer, and adjusts the timing of the response to the telephone's button. It is necessary to operate a button to transmit necessary data to a terminal device connected to a host computer, and appropriate timing and accuracy of operation are required.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to provide a facsimile communication device that is capable of automatically transmitting data by detecting a silent period following a voice signal that prompts data transmission given by a called terminal device. .

Means for Solving the Problems The present invention provides a facsimile communication device that transmits/receives image data using a telephone line. A silent period detection means for detecting a silent period between a plurality of audio signals transmitted from the side terminal device; and a silent period detecting means for detecting a silent period between a plurality of audio signals transmitted from the side terminal device; A facsimile communication device is characterized in that the facsimile communication device includes a transmitting means for transmitting data to a called terminal device.

According to the present invention, the data to be transmitted to the called terminal device is stored in the data storage means, and the silent period between a plurality of predetermined audio signals transmitted from the called terminal device is
When detected by the silent period detection means, the transmitting means transmits the data in the data storage means to the called terminal device every silent period.

Therefore, it is possible to automatically transmit data to the called terminal device, so unlike conventional methods, the operator confirms the voice signal sent from the called terminal device before inputting and transmitting data. You can save yourself the trouble of doing
A useful facsimile communication device with excellent operability can be provided.

Embodiment FIG. 1 shows a facsimile machine 1 which is an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the basic configuration of the computer.

A facsimile machine 1 transmits/receives audio signals and image data via a telephone line 2. In this embodiment, a case will be described in which various data are exchanged via a terminal device 4 with a host computer 3 installed in, for example, a bank.

Telephone line 2 is connected to line control section 5 . The line control section 5 controls the connection/disconnection of the telephone line 2 to the facsimile machine W1 under the control of the telephone control section 6, provides audio signals to the telephone control section 6, and provides image data to the modem 7.

The telephone control unit 6 performs a calling operation to the communication partner station based on the called party's telephone number given from the input means 8, and controls the telephone conversation with the other party. A handset 9 equipped with a speaker and a microphone is connected to the telephone control section 6, and by using the handset 9, the operator of the facsimile machine 1 can make a telephone call. That is, the received audio signal is output from the speaker of the handset 9, and the audio signal from the microphone of the handset 9 is transmitted from the line controller 5 to the telephone line 2 to the other party's station.

The modem 7 demodulates received image data and modulates image data to be transmitted. The received image data is given to the recording device 11 via the main control section 10. The recording device 11 includes a thermal head and a platen roller. The recording operation is performed by pressing recording paper such as thermal paper against the outer circumferential surface of the platen roller using a thermal head, and selectively heating a plurality of heating resistors provided on the thermal head based on applied image data. Further, image data to be transmitted is provided from the reading device 12 to the modem 7 via the main control section 10. Reading device 1
2 includes a light source and a CCD (charge-coupled device), irradiates light from the light source onto the document surface, and converts light reflected from the document surface into a CCD.
D reads the data, converts it into an electrical signal, and sends it to the main control unit 10.6 The main control unit 10 has a ROM (read only memory)1
Various processing operations of the facsimile machine 1 are controlled based on programs stored in the facsimile machine 2 in advance.

An input means 8 and a card reading control section 13 are connected to the main control section 10, and various data given from the input means 8 and the cart reading control section 13 are stored in a RAM (random access memory) 14 and , are displayed on the display device 15.

The card reading control unit 13 includes a magnetic card reading device 16 and an IC memory card reading device 17, the magnetic cart reading bag f16 reads data stored in the magnetic card 18, and the IC memory card reading device 17 reads the data stored in the IC memory card Read the data stored in 19.

A timing detection circuit 20 is connected to the telephone control unit 6, and detects a silent period after a voice signal as described below transmitted from the terminal device 4, and transmits a response timing to the silent period to the main control unit 10. Inform.

FIG. 2 is a plan view of the input means 8. The number keys 25 are keys for inputting telephone numbers and various codes.

The tone key 26 is operated to send a tone signal to the telephone line 2, and the abbreviated key 27 is operated to register abbreviated dialing or to indicate abbreviated dialing when making a call. The redial/bose key 28 is a redial key when the facsimile machine 1 is in standby mode, that is, when the called party is busy (using the telephone line), the redial key 28 repeatedly makes a call at regular intervals. It is used as a Bose key when registering a phone number or manually inputting a phone number.

Two hold keys are used to hold calls! ! 2 is placed on hold, and the on-hook key 30 is operated when performing an on-hook operation, that is, when making a call with the handset 9 placed in the facsimile machine.

The function selection key 31 is used to select various functions of the facsimile machine 1, such as initial setting, time setting, and user switch setting. The image quality selection key 32 is used to select the image quality when transmitting a document or copying a document. The card key 33 is a magnetic card 18 or an I
Used to instruct reading of data from one C memory card.

The start/copy key 34 is a key for instructing the start of sending a document or the start of copying a document, and the stop key 3
5 is operated to stop the copying operation of the original or the operation of transmitting the original.

The display device 15 is realized by, for example, a liquid crystal display device, and displays various setting data or input data of the facsimile device 1. A touch panel 36 is arranged on the lower side of the display device 15 in FIG. The touch panel 36 is
When C memory card 19 is inserted, IC memory card 1
It consists of transparent touch keys so that you can check the character data written on the surface of the screen. A magnetic card reader 16 is arranged to the right of the display device 15 and the touch panel 36 in FIG.

A lock/release key 37 and a card ejection key 38 are arranged on the left side of the touch panel 36.

The lock/release key 37 is a key for instructing to lock and release the inserted IC memory card 19.
The card ejection key 38 is operated when ejecting the IC memory card 19 from the touch panel 36.

The IC memory card 19 is connected to a CPU (central processing unit) 41. It is configured to include a ROM 42, a RAM 43, and a branch terminal 44. The bank terminal device 4 is stored in the ROM 42.
When inputting a facsimile number or transmission data in the first stage of communication with a bank, which will be described later, input processing such as displaying guidance for input, and R of input transmission data.
A program used when performing storage processing on the AM4B is stored. In other words, the CP of one IC memory card
U41 controls input processing and storage processing of transmission data. On the other hand, the main control unit 10 of the facsimile machine 1
It performs processes such as reading the stored contents of the magnetic card 18 and IC memory card 19, connecting the line with the terminal device 4, subsequent communication processing, and disconnecting the connection. Further, the format data storage area 45 stores image data corresponding to a sheet of paper according to a predetermined format. The CPU 41 reads a program from the ROM 42, executes the read program using the RAM 43 as a work area, and transmits transmission data to the facsimile machine 1 from the connection terminal 44.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing the appearance of one IC memory card. The IC memory card 19 is selected to have the same size as a commonly used cash card or credit card, for example, 54 mm x 85 mm, and has a thickness of, for example, 0.5 mm.
The length is selected from 76 mm to 1.3 mm. As shown in FIG. 4 (1), on one surface of the IC memory card 19, character data is printed for selecting the type of business required for input processing of the transmission data in the first stage of communication with the bank. A plurality of connection terminals 44 are arranged on the other surface as shown in FIG. 4(2).

Instead of one IC memory card used in this embodiment,
For example, an IC memory card that only stores data using a static RAM or the like may be used, or a magnetic card in which transmission data is stored and read as magnetic data may be used.

FIG. 5 is a plan view showing an example of character data displayed on one surface of the IC memory card 19 by, for example, printing. One surface of the IC memory card 19 is divided into display areas A1 to A20 in a horizontal matrix pattern, and characters for selecting processing of various bank operations are displayed in the display areas A5 to A20. There is. By pressing a portion of the touch panel 36 corresponding to each display area, a program for processing the selected task is read from the ROM 42.

The display area At<execution) corresponds to, for example, an execution key for waiting for data input during program execution and for continuing the program after data input. Furthermore, the display area A2 (cancel) corresponds to a cancel key for canceling input when there is an error in input data. Display area A3. A4 corresponds to a cursor key, which is operated when selecting a plurality of tasks displayed on the display device 15.

FIG. 6 is a flowchart for explaining the procedure for making a transfer request to a specific bank. The operator is
In step b1, the IC memory card 19 is inserted under the touch panel 36 of the input means 8, and in step b2, the lock release key 37 is pressed.
The memory card 19 is locked in the facsimile machine 1, and the card key 33 is pressed on the steering knob b3 to instruct the main controller 10 that card processing is to be performed. As a result, in step b4, the display device 1 is controlled by the CPU 41.
5. [Please select a menu] is displayed.

After confirming this display, the operator presses the inquiry/transfer request key on the steering knob b5, that is, the part of the touch panel 36 corresponding to the display area A5 in FIG. 5. step b6
Then, the display device 115 displays "Transfer request", "Transfer inquiry", "
Characters representing four operations are displayed: ``Transfer Deposit'' and ``Collection Deposit''. At this time, the words "transfer request" are usually displayed in reverse video or surrounded by a frame line.

This reverse display or frame line allows the operator to visually confirm which task has been selected. This reverse display or frame line can be moved using the cursor keys. Therefore, if a task other than "Request for transfer" is selected, the operator selects "Request for transfer" by pressing the cursor key, that is, each part of the touch panel 36 corresponding to display areas AB and A4 in FIG. do.

After that, in step b7, the operator presses the execution key (the fifth
(The part of the touch panel 36 corresponding to the display area A1 in the figure)
By pressing , the CPU 41 is instructed that the transfer request process has been selected. CPtJ41 received this instruction.
displays "Please enter your cash card" on the display device 15 in step b8.

After confirming the display, the operator causes the magnetic card reader 16 to read the cash cart of the bank in step b9. At this time, if a reading error occurs in step blo, the message "Please enter again" is displayed on the display device 15 in step bll, so the operator returns to step b9 and tries the cash card reading operation again. Let it happen. When the reading of the magnetic card 18 is completed without a reading error occurring in step b12, the display device 15 displays “
Please enter your password" is displayed, so the operator inputs, for example, a four-digit password using the number keys 25. Step b1B to step b16) When the input of the PIN number is completed, the display 15 displays "Please enter the registration number" in step b17, so the operator enters, for example, a three-digit registration number. Input from key 25. <Step b18 to step b2
0) Next, in step b21, the message "Please enter the amount" is displayed on the display device 15, so the operator should proceed to step b2.
2, enter the desired amount using the number key 25 (within 10 digits)
Enter. The inputted various data are temporarily stored in the RAM 14, and the display 15 displays the message "Please press the process key F last." (Step b23)
After confirming this display, the operator presses the processing key (the part of the touch panel 36 corresponding to display area A6 in FIG. 5) in step b24, and in step b25, the main control unit 1
0 controls the telephone control unit 6 to auto-dial the bank to which the transfer request is made.

That is, the facsimile number of the terminal device 4 of the bank to communicate with is stored in the ROM 42 of one IC memory card as described above.
The main control unit 10 reads this facsimile number and automatically makes a call to the terminal device 4.

In step b26, when the connection of the telephone line 2 is completed between the facsimile machine 1 and the terminal bag M4 on the bank side and a predetermined silent period LO is detected, the terminal device 4 on the bank side transmits the message as shown in FIG. , predetermined audio signals Sl to S6
are transmitted to the facsimile machine 1 at predetermined timings, separated by silent periods L1 to L6, and differentiated from each other. Here, the audio signals 81 to S6 include: (1) a service code representing the requested work content, (2) a branch number, and (2)
The content prompts you to enter the type of deposit, account number, ■PIN number, ■registration number, and ■amount.

The timing detection circuit 20 detects the silent period 1 to L6 following the audio signals 81 to S6, and provides a detection signal to the main control unit 10. As a result, the main control unit 10 transfers the various data previously stored in the RAM 14 in step b27, namely: ■Service code, ■Branch number, ■Deposit type and account number, ■Password number, ■Registration number, and ■Amount data. M1 to M6 are each silent period L1 to L after the response signal.
Every 6, the telephone line 2 is used as a PB (button button) signal.
The terminal device 4 on the bank side, which receives the various data sent from the terminal device 4 to the terminal device 4, converts the data into a voice message and sends a voice signal to the facsimile machine W1, which is the calling party, to confirm the contents. Reply as M11 to M16.

In step b28, the operator selects the terminal bag N4 on the bank side.
The user listens to the voice message sent from the user, confirms the transmitted data, and determines whether or not to execute the request in step b29. If the transmitted data is accurate and the transfer request is to be executed, in step b30, the operator presses the execution key (display area Al>, and in step b31
As an example, a PB double signal 0# is sent to the terminal device 4 on the bank side. In step b32, upon receiving the CNG signal from the terminal device 4 on the bank side, the function of the facsimile machine 1 is switched from the telephone function to the facsimile communication function, and after that, when a silent state for a predetermined period is detected, the facsimile machine 1 is switched to the receiving state. Set.

If there is an error in the PIN number among the various data sent to the terminal device 4 on the bank side in step b27, the host computer 3 does not send back any other data such as the service code or branch number as a voice signal. ,
For example, a voice message such as "Your password is incorrect" is returned in step b28. On the other hand, if the data other than the password is incorrect, the incorrect content is returned as is in step b28. Therefore, if it is confirmed in step b29 that there is an error in the transmitted data in each of these cases, the operator presses the cancel key (display area A2>) in step b33.As a result, in step b34, the PB signal "6" is #" to notify the terminal device 4 that there was an error in the data sent. After that, the operator re-enters the data with the incorrect data corrected and sends it to the terminal device 4 on the bank side. The terminal device 4 determines whether to call again.The facsimile device 1 is always set to the receiving state.On the other hand, if the transmitted data is correct, the terminal device 4 returns the reception result to the facsimile device 1 as image data. The facsimile machine 1 receives the reception result and completes the series of processing.

In this way, the data to be transmitted to the terminal device 4 is stored in the facsimile device 1 in advance, a silent period between a plurality of audio signals from the terminal device 4 is detected, and the stored data is automatically transmitted. Therefore, it is possible to provide a very useful facsimile device with excellent operability.

FIG. 8 is a flowchart illustrating the procedure for requesting a specific bank to make a transfer/transfer details inquiry using the facsimile machine 1. In step c1, the operator inserts the IC memory card 19 into the lower side of the touch panel 36 of the input means 8, and in step C2, presses the lock/release key 37 to lock one IC memory card in the facsimile machine 1, and in step c3 The card key 33 is pressed to notify the CPU 41 that card processing is being performed. As a result, in step c4, the CPU 41 displays "Please select a menu" on the display device 15.

After confirming the display, the operator makes an inquiry/inquiry in step c5.
Press the transfer key (the part of the touch panel 36 corresponding to the display area A9 in FIG. 5). This allows step c6
In step c7, the display device 15 displays characters representing four types of operations: "transfer request,""transferinquiry,""transferdeposit," and "collection deposit j." 5) on the touch panel 36 corresponding to the display area A4 in Fig. 5) to select "Transfer Inquiry". Thereafter, in step c9, the operator presses the execution key (display area AI) to inform the CPU 41 that "transfer inquiry" has been selected.

In step clo, the message "Please enter your cash card" is displayed on the display device 15, so step all
In this step, the operator causes the magnetic card reader 16 to read the cash card of the bank concerned. step c
In step 12, it is determined whether a reading error has occurred.
If a reading error occurs, the message "Please enter again" is displayed on the display device 15 in step c13, so the operator returns to step all and causes the magnetic card reader 16 to read the cash card again.

If no reading error occurs in step c12, the display device 15 displays "Please enter your PIN number" in step c14, and the operator inputs, for example, a 4-digit PIN number using the numeric keys. Enter from 25. (Step c15 to Step Cl8) When the password is input, the display device 15 displays "Reception date?" in step c19, and further displays "monthly data input" in step c20, so the operator In step c21, month data is input using the numeric keys 25. Furthermore, in step c22, the display bag 2
15 displays 1 day data manual power J, so the operator inputs the 1 day data using the number 1 key 25 in step C23.

Subsequently, in step c24, the display device 15 displays the message "Start inquiry?"
Since "j" is displayed, the operator inputs, for example, a three-digit inquiry code one by one using the numeric key 25. (Step c25
-Step c27) Furthermore, in step c28, the display bag 215 displays "Inquiry completed?j," so the operator inputs, for example, a three-digit inquiry code one by one using the number 1 key 25. (Steps c29 to c31) When the input of the PIN, reception date, inquiry start number, and inquiry end number is completed, "Please press the processing key" is displayed on the display device 15 in step C32. ) key (the part of the touch panel 36 corresponding to the display area A6 in FIG. 5) is pressed to notify the main control unit 1o that the input has been completed. In step c34, the main controller 10 controls the telephone controller 6,
Based on the facsimile number stored in the ROM 42, the terminal device 4 of the bank to which the transmission is to be sent is automatically dialed.

In step c35, when the connection of the telephone line 2 between the facsimile machine N1 and the terminal device 4 is completed and the terminal device 4 detects a silence state for a predetermined period, the terminal device 4 transmits the following information.
As shown in the above-mentioned FIG. 7, predetermined audio signals 81 to S
6 is transmitted at a predetermined timing. The timing detection circuit 20 detects the silent period L1 following the response signals 81 to S6.
~L6 is detected and the main control unit 10 is notified of the silent period.

In step c36, the main control unit 10 responds to the detection signal from the timing detection circuit 20 and reads various data stored in the RAM 14 in advance, namely, ■service code;
■Branch code, ■Deposit type and account number, ■PIN number,
■Data M1 to M6 such as the reception date and ■Inquiry start number and inquiry end number are sent to the silent period L that follows the response signals 81 to S6.
1 to L6, it is transmitted as a PB signal to the terminal device 4 via the telephone line 2.

In step c37, when the CNG signal is received from the terminal device 4 on the bank side, the function of the facsimile device W1 is switched from the telephone function to the facsimile function, and when a predetermined silent period is detected, the facsimile device 1 is enabled to receive image data. state and set.

The terminal device 4 successively outputs the corresponding data from the post computer 3 based on each child inquiry data received in step c36, converts it into image data, and transmits it to the facsimile device 1. The facsimile device 1 receives the image data transmitted from the terminal device 4, outputs it on recording paper, and completes the series of processing.

FIG. 9 is a flowchart for briefly explaining the processing procedure when transmitting and receiving data between the facsimile machine 1 and the terminal device 4 described above. In step d1, the facsimile machine 1 selects the task to be requested from the bank using the IC memory card 19, and in step d2, the facsimile machine 1 causes the magnetic card reader 16 to read a cash card or the like. In step d3, automatic dialing is performed to the bank's terminal W4 based on the pre-stored telephone number. In step d4, when the terminal device 4 receives a call signal from the facsimile device 1, the terminal device 4 receives the call signal from the facsimile device 1.
A predetermined voice message 81 as described above for
In step d5 of sending out the message .about.s6, the facsimile machine 1 detects a silent period following the voice message.

When a silent period is detected, in step d6, the facsimile machine 1 automatically sends necessary data such as a branch number and account number as a PB signal.

In step d7, the terminal device 4 sends a voice message [Please set the facsimile to receiving state J], and in step d
At 8, facsimile machine 1 detects a silent period following the voice message and switches to facsimile receiving mode. In step d9, the terminal device 4 transmits the results of the various data transmitted from the facsimile device 1 to the facsimile device 1 as a facsimile (image data), and in step dlo, the facsimile device 1 receives the image data from the terminal device 4. . Thereafter, the facsimile machine 1 enters a standby state.

As described above, according to this embodiment, it is possible to perform counter operations at a bank using the facsimile machine 1 from the comfort of one's home, and there is no need for the operator to go out to the bank, which is extremely efficient.

Further, data to be transmitted to the terminal device 4 on the bank side is stored in the facsimile device 1 in advance, and a silent period following a voice signal from the terminal device 4 is detected, and in the detected silent period, the data is stored in the facsimile device 1. Since data is automatically transmitted, it is possible to provide a useful facsimile device with excellent operability.

Effects of the Invention As described above, according to the present invention, it is possible to automatically transmit data to the called terminal device. It is possible to eliminate the trouble of transmitting data after confirming a specified specific signal, and to provide an extremely useful communication device using a telephone line with excellent operability.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing the basic configuration of a facsimile machine 1 which is an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a plan view showing the configuration of input means 8, and FIG. 3 is a basic configuration of an IC memory card 19. FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing the IC memory card 1.
FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing the appearance of the IC memory card 19.
FIG. 6 is a flowchart illustrating the procedure for requesting a bank transfer using the facsimile machine 1, and FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an example of character data displayed on the surface of the bank. A waveform diagram showing an example of a response signal transmitted from the device 4, FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing the procedure for requesting a bank to make a transfer/transfer details inquiry using the facsimile device 1, and FIG. FIG. 10 is a block diagram showing the basic configuration of a conventional facsimile device 101, and FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the appearance of a conventional facsimile device 101. FIG. 1...Facsimile machine, 2...Telephone line, 4...
Terminal device, 8... Input means, 1o... Main control unit, 11
...Recording device, 12...Reading device, 14...RA
M, 15... Display device, 16... Magnetic card reader, 17 IC memory card reader, 18 - Magnetic card, one... IC memory card, 2o... Timing detection circuit, 21... ROM, 25... numeric key,
33... Card key, 36... Touch panel, 37...
...Lock/release key, 38...Card ejection key, 4
1... cPU42 ・, ROM, 43-PAM, A
1~A 20-... Display area agent Patent attorney Number of strokes Keiichi Figure 4

Claims (1)

[Scope of Claims] A facsimile communication device that transmits/receives image data using a telephone line, comprising: a data storage means for storing data to be sent to a called terminal device; a silent period detection means for detecting a silent period between a plurality of voice signals; A facsimile communication device comprising: a transmitting means for transmitting data to the facsimile communication device.