JPH06121144A - Facsimile equipment - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To set a transmission starting time for plural transmission other parties and improve versatility by starting transmission at the time of the transmission starting time selected by a selecting means based on the facsimile number of a called party set at a specified memory. CONSTITUTION:The FAX number of the called party. name of the called party and the resolution transmission mode of the memory 3 are set at an information storage part 3a by repeatedly operating the ten keys 12a and a START/SET key 12b of a keyboard 12. Then, the transmission starting time is set at the storage part 3a by operating the keys 12a and 12b. When an abbreviated dial number is inputted by the keys 12a for facsimile transmission, the transmission starting time is displayed at a display device 11. When the key 12b is operated while the time to start the transmission is displayed, the facsimile transmission is started.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a facsimile apparatus for performing facsimile transmission by operating a one-touch key or a speed dial number input key.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art This type of facsimile machine is provided with a memory in which, for example, a facsimile number of a transmission partner, a name of a transmission partner, a resolution of a transmission original, and a transmission start time are set in correspondence with a plurality of one-touch keys and speed dial number input keys. One that specifies the corresponding memory by operating the one-touch key or the speed dial number input key, and when the transmission start time set in that memory comes, the one that starts facsimile transmission to the destination facsimile number set in that memory Are known.

In Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 3-198475, a setting key for setting the transmission start time is provided separately from the one-touch key, and the transmission start is set by operating the one-touch key to operate the setting key. Facsimile transmission is performed to the other party designated by the one-touch key at the time.

[0004]

In the former case, for example, when it is desired to perform facsimile communication with the same party at different times, transmissions corresponding to two one-touch keys or memories corresponding to speed dial numbers, respectively. Since the start time must be set, the number of one-touch keys and speed dial numbers that can be used for other parties is reduced, and there is a problem that the keys cannot be used effectively.

In the latter case, it is not necessary to use a plurality of one-touch keys when performing facsimile communication with the same party at different times, so the number of one-touch keys that can be used for other parties does not decrease. However, there is a problem that it cannot be used to set a plurality of transmission start times for a plurality of parties and perform a facsimile transmission.

Therefore, according to the present invention, it is not necessary to use a plurality of one-touch keys or abbreviated dial numbers when performing facsimile communication with the same party at different times. Therefore, the one-touch keys or abbreviated dial numbers can be effectively used. In addition, it is possible to set a plurality of transmission start times to a plurality of transmission partners and perform a facsimile transmission, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a facsimile apparatus that can improve versatility.

[0007]

According to the present invention, there is provided an operation section provided with a plurality of one-touch keys for facsimile transmission, speed dial number input keys, and the like, and corresponding one-touch keys and speed dial numbers. At least the other party's facsimile is stored in each memory with a plurality of memories in which at least the destination facsimile number and a plurality of transmission start times can be set and the memories corresponding to each one-touch key and speed dial number input key operation. With the setting means for setting the number and the transmission start time and the corresponding memory designated by the operation of each one-touch key and speed dial number input key, the transmission start time set in the memory is selectively called and displayed. And a selecting means for displaying and displaying on the display device, and at the transmission start time selected by the selecting means. Based on the transmission partner facsimile number set to the specified memory when Tsu is to start the facsimile transmission.

[0008]

In the present invention having such a configuration, the one-touch key or the speed dial number input key is operated to designate the corresponding memory, and at least the facsimile number of the transmission partner and the transmission start time are set in the memory. At this time, when it is desired to perform facsimile transmission to the same party at different times, a plurality of transmission start times are set. Then, when you want to send by timer, operate the one-touch key or speed dial number input key to specify the corresponding memory, and in this state, selectively call up the multiple transmission start times set in the memory and display it on the display unit. , Select the desired transmission start time. In this state, the facsimile transmission is started at the selected transmission start time.

[0009]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the main parts. 1 is a CPU (central processing unit) that constitutes the main body of the control unit, and 2 is a ROM (read only) in which program data for the CPU 1 to control each unit is set. -Memory), 3 is a RAM (random access memory) provided with an information storage section 3a for storing one-touch key information and speed dial information, 4 is a reading device for reading image information from a document, and 5 is image information to be transmitted. Encoding / decoding circuit for encoding and decoding the received image information, 6 a printing device for printing out the decoded image information, 7 a clock circuit for clocking the time, 8 a modem, 9 an image A network control unit (NCU) that transmits and receives information to and from the line, 10 is a display unit 1.
1 is an operation unit provided with a keyboard 12.

The CPU 1, the ROM 2, the RAM 3, the reading device 4, the encoding / decoding circuit 5, the printing device 6, the clock circuit 7, the modem 8 and the operating section 10 are electrically connected by a bus line 13. The modem 8 is connected to the network control device 9.

The keyboard 12 of the operation unit 10 is shown in FIG.
As shown in (a) of the figure, the numeric keypad 12a, the START / SET key 12b, the STOP key 12c, the resolution / reading mode key 12d, which are used for inputting the full dial number or the speed dial number, the input of the transmission start time, etc. One-touch key 12e is provided. The one-touch key 12e is formed of a sheet-like panel, and by flipping the panel, a one-touch registration key or a speed dial registration key 12f for registration is provided below the one-touch key 12e as shown in FIG. 2 (b). ing.

The information storage unit 3a is provided with a plurality of memories corresponding to the plurality of one-touch keys 12e and abbreviated dial numbers, and each of the memories has a key number, a transmission partner FAX number, and a transmission number as shown in FIG. There is provided a partner name, resolution transmission mode setting areas M1, M2, M3, M4, and a transmission start time storage section M5 in which a plurality of transmission start times can be registered.

Turning the panel of the one-touch key 12e of the operation section 10 to the state shown in FIG. 2B brings about various setting states. In this state, the one-touch registration key or speed dial registration key is operated to open the panel. By returning it, information can be set in each memory of the information storage unit 3a.

In this setting state, the CPU 1 carries out the setting process based on FIG.

First, the one-touch key 12e is operated and the speed dial number is input by the ten-key 12a. The one-touch key 12e may be operated as it is, but the speed dial number is input by operating the # key on the ten key 12a and then inputting a two-digit numerical value.
Then, the START / SET key 12b is operated. As a result, the key number is set in the setting area M1 of the corresponding memory.

Then, the FAX number of the transmission partner is input with the ten keys 12a and the START / SET key 12b is operated.
As a result, the FAX number of the transmission partner is set in the setting area M2 of the corresponding memory.

Next, by inputting the name of the transmission partner with the ten keys 12a and operating the START / SET key 12b, the name of the transmission partner is set in the setting area M3 of the corresponding memory. Setting of this name is arbitrary, and if it is not desired to set it, the STOP key 12c is operated.

Next, when the resolution / read mode key 12d is operated and the START / SET key 12b is operated, the resolution transmission mode is set in the setting area M4 of the corresponding memory. This mode setting is arbitrary, and if it is not desired to set it, the STOP key 12c is operated.

Next, by inputting the transmission start time with the ten keys 12a and operating the START / SET key 12b, the transmission start time is set in the storage section M5 of the corresponding memory.
It is possible to set a plurality of transmission start times in this storage unit M5. In that case, the input of the transmission start time using the ten-key 12a and the operation of the START / SET key 12b may be repeated. START / SE without entering the transmission start time
When the T key 12b is operated, the setting of no transmission start time is set. When the START / SET key 12b is finally operated again, the transmission start time setting ends. If the STOP key 12c is first operated, the transmission start time is not set and the transmission start time setting ends.

In the embodiment having such a structure, the panel of the one-touch key 12e of the operation unit 10 is turned over and the one-touch registration key or the speed dial registration key is operated to return the panel.

In this state, for example, the ten keys 12a are used to operate "#""0""0" and the speed dial number "# 0".
Enter "0". And the START / SET key 12b
To operate. As a result, the corresponding memory setting area M
The key number is set to 1.

Next, input the FAX number of the transmission partner with the ten keys 12a and operate the START / SET key 12b, and then input the name of the transmission partner with the ten keys 12a and start.
Operate the T / SET key 12b and the resolution / read mode key 12d to start the START / SET key 1
Operate 2b. Thus, the memory setting areas M2 to M
The transmission partner FAX number, the transmission partner name, and the resolution transmission mode are set in 4, respectively.

In this state, the START / SET key 12b
When is operated, no transmission start time is set in the transmission start time storage section M5. Then use the numeric keypad 12a to operate "1""0""0""0" to start / SE
When the T key 12b is operated, the transmission start time of 10:00 is set. Next, use the numeric keypad 12a to select "1", "2", "0".
When the user operates "0" and operates the START / SET key 12b, the transmission start time 12:00 is set. Further, use the numeric keypad 12a to operate "1""8""0""0" and press S
When the TART / SET key 12b is operated, the transmission start time 18:00 is set. And finally START / S
When the ET key 12b is operated again, the transmission start time setting ends.

Thus, the memory corresponding to the speed dial number "# 00" is set as shown in FIG. 5 (a).

Further, for example, the abbreviated dial number "# 01" is input by the ten keys 12a and the START / SET key 12b is operated. As a result, the key number is set in the setting area M1 of the corresponding memory. Similarly, by operating the ten keys 12a and the START / SET key 12b alternately, the FAX number of the transmission partner, the name of the transmission partner, and the resolution transmission mode are set.

When the STOP key 12c is operated in this state, no transmission start time setting is set in the transmission start time storage section M5 and the transmission start time setting ends.

Thus, the memory corresponding to the speed dial number "# 01" is set as shown in FIG. 5 (b).

Further, for example, the abbreviated dial number "# 02" is input by the ten keys 12a and the START / SET key 12b is operated. As a result, the key number is set in the setting area M1 of the corresponding memory. Similarly, by operating the ten keys 12a and the START / SET key 12b alternately, the FAX number of the transmission partner, the name of the transmission partner, and the resolution transmission mode are set.

In this state, the numeric keypad 12a is used to "1""0".
Operate "0" and "0" to start / set key 12b
When is operated, the transmission start time of 10:00 is set. Then, when the START / SET key 12b is operated again, the setting of the transmission start time ends.

Thus, the memory corresponding to the speed dial number "# 02" is set as shown in FIG. 5 (c).

As described above, the speed dial number "# 0"
0 "is not set, transmission start time is 10:00, 12:00
0:00 and 18:00 are set, and the speed dial number "# 0" is set.
Only "No setting" is set to "1", and only the transmission start time of 10:00 is set to the speed dial number "# 02".

When the speed dial number "# 00" is entered with the ten-key 12a for facsimile transmission after the above setting, the display 11 displays the FAX number of the transmission partner, as shown in FIG. 6 (a). The name of the recipient is read from the corresponding memory and displayed. Further, since the transmission start time is not set at the transmission start time display position indicated by the shaded area in the figure, nothing is displayed. In addition, this display position blinks to notify that the transmission start time is set.

In this state, when the final number "0" of the speed dial number is input again with the ten keys 12a, the transmission start time "10:00" is displayed at the transmission start time display position as shown in FIG. 6B. Is displayed blinking. Similarly, "0"
By repeatedly inputting with the ten-key 12a, the transmission start times "12:00" and "18:00" are sequentially displayed at the transmission start time display position in a blinking manner as shown in (c) and (d) of FIG. When "0" is input again with the ten keys 12a, the display returns to that shown in FIG. 6 (a).

Then, the time when the transmission is to be started is displayed on the display unit 1.
By operating the START / SET key 12b in the state displayed at 1, the transmission start time is decided, and when the clock circuit 7 clocks the decided time, the facsimile transmission is started.

In addition, a ten key 1 is used for facsimile transmission.
If you enter the speed dial number "# 01" in 2a, there is no setting of the transmission start time for this speed dial number.
Nothing is displayed at the transmission start time display position of the display 11 as shown in FIG. 6 (e). Then, at this time, the facsimile transmission is immediately started.

Further, when the speed dial number "# 02" is entered with the ten-key 12a for facsimile transmission, only the transmission start time "10:00" is set in this speed dial number, and therefore the transmission of the display unit 11 is performed. At the start time display position, as shown in (f) of FIG.
"0:00" is lit up and displayed.

Then, the clock circuit 7 displays the time "10:00".
When the time is counted, the facsimile transmission will be started.

Although the memory setting for the speed dial number and the selection operation at the time of facsimile transmission have been described above, the same applies to the memory setting for the one-touch key 12e and the selection operation at the time of facsimile transmission.

As described above, since a plurality of transmission start times can be set for one speed dial number or one-touch key even if no transmission start time is set, a plurality of speed dials can be set for setting a plurality of transmission start times. There is no need to use numbers or one-touch keys, and one-touch keys or speed dial numbers can be used effectively.

Since it is possible to set a plurality of transmission start times for a plurality of speed dial numbers and one-touch keys,
It is possible to perform timer transmission at various times to a large number of transmission destinations, thus improving versatility.

[0042]

As described above, according to the present invention, it is not necessary to use a plurality of one-touch keys or speed dial numbers when performing facsimile communication with the same party at different times. It can be effectively used, and a plurality of transmission start times can be set for a plurality of transmission destinations to perform facsimile transmission, thereby improving versatility.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a configuration of an operation unit of the embodiment.

FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a memory configuration of an information storage unit in the embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an information setting process for the memory of the information storage unit in the embodiment.

FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of information setting in the memory of the information storage unit in the embodiment.

FIG. 6 is a view showing a display example at the time of reading memory information according to the same embodiment.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 ... CPU (Central Processing Unit), 3a ... One-touch key / speed dial information storage section, 11 ... Display, 12 ... Keyboard, 12a ... Numeric keypad, 12b ... START / SET key, 12e ... One-touch key.

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. An operation unit provided with a plurality of one-touch keys for facsimile transmission, a speed dial number input key, and the like, and at least one facsimile number and a plurality of transmission destination facsimile numbers provided corresponding to the respective one-touch keys and speed dial numbers. With multiple memories that can set the transmission start time of
Setting means for setting at least the facsimile number of the other party and the transmission start time in each memory in a state where the corresponding memory is specified by operating the one-touch key and the speed dial number input key, and the one-touch key and the speed dial number. When the corresponding memory is designated by operating the input key, there is provided selection means for selectively recalling the transmission start time set in the memory and outputting the display on the display, and the transmission selected by the selection means is provided. A facsimile apparatus, which starts facsimile transmission based on a facsimile number of a transmission partner set in a designated memory when the start time arrives.