JPH07182379A - Portable terminal device with incorporated bar code reader - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To provide a portable terminal device with the incorporated bar code reader which can increase operation efficiency and reduces the fatigue of an operator. CONSTITUTION:The bar code read means 1 is incorporated, and read data are converted by a voice converting means 4 into a voice, which is transmitted by radio through radio communication means 5 and 6 and outputted by a voice output means 7 fitted on the head of the operator. The voice of the operator, on the other hand, is inputted to a voice input means 8 fitted on the head of the operator, transmitted by radio through the radio communication means 5 and 6, and compared by a voice recognizing means 9 with voice patterns stored in a storage means 3 and converted into data. The converted data are processed by a control means 2. The data processed by the control mans 2 are converted by a tone generating means 10 into a DTMF signal, which is transmitted to a receiver 1 at a remote place through a push-button telephone line 12 and sent to a host equipment 15.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader, which is used in physical distribution, production management and the like.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art A conventional portable terminal device with a built-in barcode reading device has a barcode reading means for reading a barcode, an input means for inputting data other than the barcode data, and a barcode reading means for reading the barcode. Data processing means for processing the processed data, data storage means for storing the data processed by the data processing means,
The input means is composed of a display means for displaying the data processed by the data processing means, a communication means for communicating the data processed by the data processing means to a host model, and a power supply means for supplying electricity. The input means is a key input means, the display means is an LCD display means for displaying on an LCD, and the communication means is an optical communication means using infrared light.

FIG. 2 shows the configuration of a conventional portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader. As shown in FIG. 2, the barcode reading means 1 optically detects a barcode, decodes the result, and converts it into data. The exchanged data is processed by the control means 2 and stored in the storage means 3. The data processed by the control means 2 is displayed on the LCD display means 25. Further, the operator inputs data other than the bar code such as the number of pieces by the key input means 26.
The input data is processed by the control means 2 and stored in the storage means 3.

The data stored in the storage means 3 is sent from the control means 2 to an optical communication means 27 composed of an infrared LED and a phototransistor and converted into an optical signal. The optical signal is provided outside the main body case 29 by the optical communication means 28.
Sent to and converted to data. The converted data is sent to the host model 15 and processed. The data transmitted from the host model 15 is converted into an optical signal by the optical communication means 28 outside the main body case and transmitted to the optical communication means 27. The transmitted optical signal is converted into data and sent to the control means 2 for processing. Power supply means 1
7 supplies power to the main body.

[0005]

Problems to be solved by the above conventional technique will be described below.

1. In the conventional portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader, data other than the bar code is input by the key input means 26. Portable terminal devices with a built-in bar code reader are often used for stocktaking operations in stores or warehouses. In the stocktaking work, hold the body case 29 of the portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader in one hand, and use the product in the other hand. It is necessary to have the user read the bar code and input the number of products with the key input means 26. However, since both hands are closed, it is necessary to push the key input means 26 after placing the product, or to push the key input means 26 with the hand holding the main body case 29 of the portable terminal device with a built-in barcode reader. It was very inconvenient.

2. The conventional portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader displays the input data or the processed data on the LCD display means 25. Since the characters displayed on the LCD display means 25 are small, they cannot be seen unless the body case 29 is brought close to the face. On the contrary, if the LCD display means 25 is enlarged to make the characters larger, the body case 29 becomes large and it becomes difficult to hold.

There is also a problem that the LCD display means 25 is difficult to see because it is dark compared with a warehouse.

3. In the conventional portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader, the optical communication means 27 and 28 are used in a contact manner, so that data cannot be transmitted or received to a higher-order model in a remote place.

[0010]

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention has the following configuration.

1. Bar code reading means for reading a bar code, input means for inputting data other than bar code data, data processing means for processing data read by the bar code reading means, and data processed by the data processing means Data storage means for storing the data, display means for displaying the data processed by the data processing means, and communication means for communicating the data processed by the data processing means to a higher-level model. The voice input means for inputting the voice and the voice recognition means for recognizing the voice input by the voice inputting means and transmitting the voice to the data processing means.

2. Bar code reading means for reading a bar code, voice input means for inputting data other than bar code data by voice, voice recognition means for recognizing voice input by the voice input means, and the bar code reading means Data processing means for processing the data read by, the data storage means for storing the data processed by the data processing means, the display means for displaying the data processed by the data processing means, and the data processing means for processing the data. A voice pattern storing means for storing voice patterns of a plurality of operators; and a selection for selecting the stored voice pattern from the operator's ID data. Composed of means.

3. A barcode reading means for reading a barcode, a data processing means for processing the data read by the barcode reading means, a data storage means for storing the data processed by the data processing means, and the data processing means. A voice conversion device that includes a display unit that displays the processed data and a communication unit that communicates the data processed by the data processing unit to a higher-level model, and the display unit converts the data processed by the data processing unit into voice. And audio output means for outputting the audio data converted by the audio conversion means.

4. Bar code reading means for reading a bar code, voice input means for inputting data other than bar code data by voice, voice recognition means for recognizing voice input by the voice input means, and the bar code reading means Data processing means for processing the data read by the device, data storage means for storing the data processed by the data processing means, voice conversion means for converting the data processed by the data processing means into voice, and the voice conversion means. The voice input means and the voice output means are separated from the main body, and the voice output means outputs the voice data converted by the voice output means and the communication means for communicating the data processed by the data processing means to the host model. ing.

5. Bar code reading means for reading a bar code, voice input means for inputting data other than bar code data by voice, voice recognition means for recognizing voice input by the voice input means, and the bar code reading means Data processing means for processing the data read by the device, data storage means for storing the data processed by the data processing means, voice conversion means for converting the data processed by the data processing means into voice, and the voice conversion means. The voice input means and the voice output means are separated from the main body, and the voice output means outputs the voice data converted by the voice output means and the communication means for communicating the data processed by the data processing means to the host model. In addition, it can be attached to the operator's head and communicates wirelessly with the main body.

6. Bar code reading means for reading a bar code, input means for inputting data other than bar code data, data processing means for processing data read by the bar code reading means, and data processed by the data processing means Data storage means for storing the data, display means for displaying the data processed by the data processing means, and communication means for communicating the data processed by the data processing means to a higher-order model. It is composed of communication means that communicates with a higher-level model in a remote place by using.

[0017]

[Operation] With the above configuration, 1. Portable terminal device with a built-in barcode reader in one hand, data other than barcode data can be input by voice even when holding the product in the other hand, saving the labor of placing the product and improving the efficiency of inventory work be able to.

2. The voice patterns of a plurality of operators can be easily switched, and a plurality of persons can take turns using them.

3. The voice output means makes it possible to notify the operator of input data or processed data even in a dim place such as a warehouse without making the main body large.

4. By separating the voice input / output means from the main unit, the voice input / output means can be brought close to the operator's ears and mouth, and even in a noisy warehouse, it is less likely to be affected by the ambient sound. , The voice recognition rate is improved. Also, the operator can easily hear the voice.

5. By wirelessly communicating with the main unit, the cable is eliminated, which improves operability and improves work efficiency.

6. It is possible to send or receive data to a high-end model in a remote place through a telephone line.

[0023]

An embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 shows the configuration of a portable terminal device with a built-in barcode reading device of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 1, the bar code reading means 1 optically detects a bar code, decodes the result, and converts it into data. The converted data is control means 2
Is stored in the storage means 3. The control means 2
The data processed in (1) is converted into voice by the voice converting means 4 and is wirelessly transmitted by the wireless communication means 5 built in the main body case 30. The transmitted voice is the body case 30.
The data is received by the wireless communication means 6 outside the device, output by the voice output means 7 attached to the operator's head, and processed by the control means 2 to inform the operator. Also,
The voice of the operator is input by the voice input means 8 attached to the head of the operator, and is wirelessly transmitted by the wireless communication means 6 outside the main body case 30. The transmitted voice is received by the wireless communication means 5 built in the main body case 30, and compared with the voice pattern stored in the storage means 2 by the voice recognition means 9 and converted into data. The converted data is processed by the control means 2 and stored in the storage means 3.

Here, it is possible to store the voice patterns of a plurality of operators in the storage means 3 by inputting voices from the voice input means 8. The operator who has stored the voices has his or her own ID. It is possible to make the voice recognition means 9 recognize one's own voice by selecting one's voice pattern stored in the storage means 3 by causing the barcode reading means 1 to read the barcode in which a number is input. Therefore, even a plurality of operators have a high voice recognition rate.

The data stored in the storage means 3 is sent from the control means 2 to the tone generating means 10 and TDMF.
The signal is converted. The DTMF signal is transmitted by the handset 11 to the handset 13 at a remote place via the touch-tone telephone line 12. The transmitted DTMF signal is converted by the converter 1.
The data is converted into data at 4 and processed by the high-end model 15. Further, the data transmitted from the host model 15 is converted into a DTMF signal by the converter 14, and is transmitted to the receiver 11 via the touch-tone telephone line 12 by the receiver 13 at the remote place. The transmitted DTMF signal is converted into data by the tone detection means 16 and sent to the control means 2 for processing. The power supply means 17 supplies power to the main body.

With the above configuration, 1. The main body case 30 of the portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader in one hand, data other than the bar code data can be input by voice even when the product is held in the other hand. The efficiency of can be improved.

2. The voice patterns of a plurality of operators can be easily switched, and a plurality of persons can take turns using them.

3. The voice output means 7 makes it possible to notify the operator of input data or processed data even in a dim place such as a warehouse without increasing the size of the main body.

4. By separating the voice input / output means 7 and 8 from the main body case 30, the voice input / output means 7 and 8 can be brought close to the operator's ears and mouth, and even in a noisy warehouse, etc. Since it is less likely to be affected by sound, the voice recognition rate is improved. Also, the operator can easily hear the voice.

5. By communicating the main body case 30 and the voice input / output means 7 and 8 with the wireless communication means 5 and 6, the cable is eliminated, so that the operability is improved and the work efficiency is improved.

6. Data can be transmitted or received through the touch-tone telephone line 12, and can be used even when the host model 15 is in a remote place.

[0033]

As described above, according to the present invention, data can be input / output even when both hands are blocked, a dim place, or a noisy place, such as an inventory work using a portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader. It can be done easily, work efficiency can be improved, and the performance of the operator can be reduced.

Further, data can be transmitted / received to / from a higher-ranking model at a remote place.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a portable terminal device with a built-in barcode reading device of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a conventional portable terminal device with a built-in barcode reading device.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 Bar Code Reading Means 2 Control Means 3 Storage Means 4 Voice Converting Means 5 Wireless Communication Means 6 Wireless Communication Means 7 Voice Output Means 8 Voice Input Means 9 Voice Recognition Means 10 Tone Generating Means 11 Handsets 12 Pushphone Lines 13 Handsets 14 Converters 15 High-end model 16 Tone detection means 17 Power supply means 18 Catalog 19 Bar code reader built-in portable terminal device 20 Printer 21 Order document 22 Box 23 Takkyubin 24 Products 25 Display means 26 Input means 27 Optical communication means 28 Optical communication means

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[Submission date] February 8, 1994

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FIG. 2 shows the configuration of a conventional portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader. As shown in FIG. 2, the barcode reading means 1 optically detects a barcode, decodes the result, and converts it into data. The converted data is processed by the control means 2 and stored in the storage means 3. The data processed by the control means 2 is displayed on the LCD display means 25. Further, the operator inputs the data other than the bar code, such as the number in the key input means 26. The input data is processed by the control means 2 and stored in the storage means 3.

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1. In the conventional portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader, data other than the bar code is input by the key input means 26. Portable terminal devices with a built-in bar code reader are often used for stocktaking operations in stores or warehouses. In the stocktaking work, the main body case 29 of the portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader is held in one hand, and the product in the other hand. It is necessary to have the user read the bar code and input the number of products with the key input means 26. However, since both hands are closed, it is necessary to push the key input means 26 after placing the product, or to push the key input means 26 with the hand holding the main body case 29 of the portable terminal device with a built-in barcode reader. It was very inconvenient.

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Further, there is a problem that the LCD display means 25 is difficult to see because the warehouse is dim.

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2. Bar code reading means for reading a bar code, voice input means for inputting data other than bar code data by voice, voice recognition means for recognizing voice input by the voice input means, and the bar code reading means Data processing means for processing the data read by, the data storage means for storing the data processed by the data processing means, the display means for displaying the data processed by the data processing means, and the data processing means for processing the data. A selection means for selecting the voice recognition means, which comprises a communication means for communicating data to a higher model, a voice pattern storage means for storing voice patterns of a plurality of operators, and the stored voice pattern from the ID data of the operators. Composed of means.

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As described above, according to the present invention, data can be input / output even when both hands are blocked, a dim place, or a noisy place, such as an inventory work using a portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader. It can be done easily, work efficiency can be improved, and operator fatigue can be reduced.

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[Description of Codes] 1 Bar Code Reading Means 2 Control Means 3 Storage Means 4 Voice Converting Means 5 Wireless Communication Means 6 Wireless Communication Means 7 Voice Output Means 8 Voice Input Means 9 Voice Recognition Means 10 Tone Generating Means 11 Handsets 12 Pushtone Lines 13 Handset 14 Converter 15 Upper model 16 Tone detection means 17 Power supply means 25 LCD display means 26 Key input means 27 Optical communication means 28 Optical communication means

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Claims (8)

[Claims] 1. A bar code reading means for reading a bar code, an input means for inputting data other than bar code data, a data processing means for processing the data read by the bar code reading means, and the data processing. Data storage means for storing data processed by the means,
The input means includes a display means for displaying the data processed by the data processing means, and a communication means for communicating the data processed by the data processing means to a higher-order model, wherein the input means includes a voice input means for inputting voice. A portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader, comprising voice recognition means for recognizing voice input by voice input means and transmitting the voice to the data processing means. 2. The voice recognition means comprises voice pattern storage means for storing voice patterns of a plurality of operators and selection means for selecting the stored voice pattern from ID data of the operators. Portable terminal device with built-in barcode reader. 3. Bar code reading means for reading a bar code, data processing means for processing the data read by the bar code reading means, and data storage means for storing the data processed by the data processing means.
The data processing means includes a display means for displaying the data processed by the data processing means, and a communication means for communicating the data processed by the data processing means to a higher-order model, and the display means outputs the data processed by the data processing means as a voice. A portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reading device, comprising voice converting means for converting and voice outputting means for outputting the voice data converted by the voice converting means. 4. The display means comprises a voice converting means for voice converting the data processed by the data processing means, and a voice outputting means for outputting the voice data voice-converted by the voice converting means. Portable terminal device with built-in barcode reader. 5. The portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader according to claim 4, wherein the voice input means and the voice output means are separated from the main body. 6. The portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader according to claim 5, wherein the voice input means and the voice output means communicate with the main body by radio. 7. A bar code reading means for reading a bar code, an input means for inputting data other than the bar code data, a data processing means for processing the data read by the bar code reading means, and the data processing. Data storage means for storing data processed by the means,
Display means for displaying the data processed by the data processing means, and communication means for communicating the data processed by the data processing means to a higher model, the communication means utilizing a telephone line to a remote location. A portable terminal device with a built-in bar code reader, which is composed of communication means for communicating with a certain higher-level model. 8. The built-in bar code reading apparatus according to claim 7, wherein the communication means is composed of tone generating means for generating a DTMF signal (pipping sound) of a touch-tone telephone line of the telephone and tone detecting means for detecting the DTMF signal. Portable terminal device.