JPH0787217A - Managing system for city water or the like for multiple dwelling house or the like - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To recognize the consumption of water up to the present time and a toll to be scheduled to pay at the next time individually by providing a consumption sensor and a consumption signal transmitter at a dwelling house, and providing a central processing unit at the entrance area if an apartment house. CONSTITUTION:The consumption of the water at each dwelling of the apartment house 1 is measured by the consumption sensor such as a water meter 20 and a gas meter 22, etc., and a consumption value is transmitted by automatically converting into a data signal by the transmitters 21, 23, etc., respectively. A multiterminal 4 receives the data signal periodically, and transmits the data signal to an automatic metering satellite unit 6 built in an automatic managing locker device 5. The automatic metering satellite unit 6 is provided with a clock, a memory device, and the central processing unit, and adds the present time on received data, and records it on a recorder. Therefore, a resident can recognize the recent consumption, etc., by selecting a button of water consumption collation.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

[Field of Industrial Application] The present invention is applicable to condominiums of condominiums, dwellings of apartments, and others (offices, tenants,
Schools, department stores, general sports center facilities, hotels,
For each building, each room, and each section (hospital, research institute, factory) (in this specification, referred to as “condominium, etc.”),
It relates to a management system for water charges, electricity charges, gas charges, hot water supply charges, air conditioning charges, and the like. Alternatively, the present invention relates to a management system for monitoring and shutting down usage conditions of water, electricity, gas, hot water supply, air conditioning, and the like.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art The amount of water, electricity or city gas used in each dwelling of an apartment complex is controlled by a meter meter attached to the dwelling.

For reading the meter reading meter, a meter reading person visits each residence periodically one by one, visually confirms the number on the meter, and based on this, the charge is calculated and the money is collected (excluding automatic transfer). ing. Therefore, since the number of visits and the frequency of visits increase, it is a labor-intensive job, and it is said that there are many meter reading errors. Further, in recent years, it has become difficult to employ a meter reader.

On the other hand, for a resident, if it is a simple charge calculation error regarding the usage amount, it is possible to confirm the presence or absence of the error of the meter reader by comparing and examining the bill of the previous month and the bill of the present month. For mistakes in reading the number on the meter reading meter, trying to open the water meter etc. one by one is messy and difficult to check, such as dust and mud getting in your hand, so it is almost impossible to check. is there.

For this reason, not only mere meter reading errors but also water leaks and gas leaks cannot be detected by the numerical value of the meter reading meter, which is a factor that hinders quick repair.

In a housing complex, a plurality of meter-reading meters are often installed in the pipe shaft near the door of each house, and the meter-reader must read the meter-reading meter of each house by using an elevator or stairs. . Further, regarding an apartment house that employs an auto-lock system to prevent unauthorized entry by anyone other than a resident, it has been pointed out that the meter reader freely roams the apartment house, which is a security problem.

[0007] Therefore, in an apartment house, it is desirable to install meter reading meters for each house together not in the vicinity of the door of each house but in an entrance hall outside the auto-lock door, and perform meter reading collectively. It had been.

Therefore, for example, Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2-1278
54, JP-A-5-41886, JP-A-5-41887,
JP-A-5-41888 or JP-A-5-4188
As described in No. 9, a meter with a transmitter for meter reading is installed in each house, and the data for each house is
An automatic meter-reading system that collects data using various communication lines is disclosed.

Further, as a technique related to this, in order to realize an energy saving effect in one building, for example, as described in JP-A-59-226964, various sensors are used for energy consumption. Detect
It is disclosed to record and perform a series of controls of a refrigerator, a boiler, a cold water pump, a cooling water pump, and the like.

When the district heating and cooling system is used, office buildings, offices, tenants, schools, department stores, general sports center facilities, hotels, hospitals, research institutes, factories, etc. installed in the area. A system for metering water, electric power, gas, hot water supply, air conditioning, etc. used in Japan is also in practical use.

[0011]

However, there are the following problems.

Problem 1 After the meter reader visually confirms the number on the meter, the charge is calculated, a bill is issued to each resident, and the charge is paid by the method of collection, automatic withdrawal, and transfer. . However, even if the number is misread during meter reading, the resident cannot check the payment fee.

Problem 2 The amount used within a certain period of time is unilaterally charged based on the content sensed by the value of the meter reading meter, and even if gas leakage, water leakage, electric leakage, etc. occur, it is used for residents. I can't understand whether the demand for quantity is valid or unjustified.

Problem 3 Immediately before a resident goes out for a long period of time outside a certain period of time, or when he / she moves, it is not possible to calculate the gas, electricity, and water charges so far, and even if an automatic debit contract is made. , I cannot prepare my account balance or withdraw it due to lack of balance. In particular, in the case of a resident who uses the method of collecting money, even if he / she wants to make a payment on the spot, it takes time in some cases because the payees for gas, electricity, and water are different, and it does not go smoothly.

Problem 4 When the meter-reader reads the number on the meter and puts the usage instruction in the mail box, it is hardly noticed in the case of absence for a long time. In addition, there are many distribution items such as mail, newspapers, advertisements, etc. in the mailbox, and the usage instruction sheet or usage fee bill in the bottom of the mailbox etc. is not noticed unexpectedly, and in some cases, it may be lost .

Problem 5 For gas, etc., a security inspection is required once a year, but it is usual for the contractor to unilaterally specify the inspection date, which is convenient for the resident side. Even if I want to choose, it does not work. As a method of contact from the supplier side on the inspection day,
In many cases, a contact notice stating the security inspection date is posted in the mailbox of each residence, but the residents often do not notice it unexpectedly. Especially, the gas safety inspection is very important because it mainly examines the gas taps, combustion appliances and hoses in the kitchen of each house. Therefore, the security inspection cannot be carried out in the kitchen of each resident unless the designated date and time of inspection between the resident and the contractor are adjusted.

Problem 6 If the automatic meter reading centralized system for gas, electricity, water, etc. is not adopted, in case of gas leak, water leak, electric leakage, etc., it is very difficult to know the emergency contact information. In addition, I cannot live in comfort. I am very anxious when I go out and come home at midnight.

[0018]

The above problems are caused by the first invention of claim 1, that is, a usage amount sensor such as water supply and a usage amount signal transmitter are provided in each house, and a storage device is provided. An external information input device such as a numeric keypad, a CRT touch panel, and a touch pen, a display device for information such as a CRT and a liquid crystal panel, a printer, a clock, and a central processing and control device are provided in the entrance space to communicate with each other. It will be solved by the water supply management system for apartment houses connected by lines.

Further, the above problem is caused by the second invention according to claim 2, that is, a usage amount sensor for water supply,
A usage signal transmitter is provided in each residence, a first storage device, a first external information input device such as a ten-key pad, a CRT touch panel, and a touch pen, and a first information display device such as a CRT and a liquid crystal panel. A first printer, a clock, a first central processing unit, a first data signal transmitter / receiver in the entrance space, a second storage device, a keyboard, a touch pen, a mouse, etc. Second
External information input device, CRT, liquid crystal panel, etc. second information display device, second printer, second central processing unit, second data signal transmitter / receiver, etc. Also, it can be solved by a management system such as a water supply system for an apartment house which is installed in a security center and connected to each other by a communication line.

In a first preferred embodiment of the present invention, as described in claim 3, a prepaid card reading / writing device is further provided in the entrance space.

In a second preferred embodiment of the present invention, as described in claim 4, a remote controllable recording / reproducing apparatus is further provided in each residence, and a private telephone exchange is provided in the collective residence. .

In a third preferred embodiment of the present invention, a breaker such as a water tap that can be remotely controlled is provided in each residence.

In a fourth preferred embodiment of the present invention, a first storage device, a first input device, a first display device, a first printer, a clock, and a first central processing unit. The control device and the automatic management locker device for luggage and the like are installed in the entrance space or as a wall between the entrance space and the resident-only area.

[0024]

The usage sensor provided in each residence calculates the usage of water and the like, and the usage signal transmitter generates the usage signal together with the individual signal of the meter at all times or at regular time intervals. These signals are input to a central processing unit provided in the entrance space via a communication line.
An interface used for ordinary computer data communication is appropriately used. The central processing unit also uses the time signal from the clock to identify the type of house number, water supply, etc.
The time, the amount used, and the difference between them are calculated and stored in the storage device. Of course, the usage amount is aggregated at a predetermined time by a predetermined method, and the usage fee is calculated. The meter reader will come to the entrance hall of the apartment house on a regular basis, and enter a preset password from the first input device, or by inserting a master key or magnetic card, A bill can be output from a printer for each house regarding the amount of water used. on the other hand,
Residents come to the entrance hall, insert the master key or magnetic card from the first input device, and then press the numeric keypad or CRT touch panel to select the amount of gas used in their residence, such as the previous amount. You can check the gas usage fee displayed on the LCD panel after the usage fee payment deadline.

In the second aspect of the present invention, the data on the amount of water used in all the residences is sent to a gas company, a charge calculation center, etc. through a general telephone line, a dedicated telephone line, a wireless communication line, etc. Using a computer, the usage amount and usage fee for a predetermined period are totaled and a bill is issued.

[0026]

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

First Embodiment FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a water supply management system according to a first embodiment. The amount of water, gas, electricity, hot water, etc. used in each dwelling in an apartment complex is measured by a water meter, gas meter, electricity meter, hot water meter, and calorie meter. Each of these meters is equipped with a transmitter, which automatically converts the measured value into a data signal and transmits it. The data signal includes a signal that identifies the type of water, gas, electricity, hot water, etc., a signal that identifies the house number, and a signal that identifies the meter reading. If necessary, a parity may be further included to check whether there is an error associated with the transmission of the data signal. Further, the transmission of the data signal from the transmission device may be always, at regular time intervals, or only immediately after receiving the request signal from the receiving multi-terminal described later. The water meter, the gas meter, the electric meter and the like in this embodiment correspond to the usage sensor in the present invention, and the transmitting device in the first embodiment corresponds to the usage signal transmitter in the present invention.

Next, the data signals from the respective transmitters are concentrated and received by the multi-terminals. In the first embodiment, there is one multi-terminal, and the multi-terminals are connected to the transmitters of all the dwellings by wiring or by radio waves. In the case of a large-scale apartment house with a large number of dwellings, it is possible to use a plurality of multi-terminals, divide all dwellings into groups, and change each group to be in charge. The multi-terminal scans at regular intervals to receive data signals from all meters in all dwellings of an apartment at regular intervals.

After the multi-terminal periodically receives the data signal, it transmits a series of data signals to the automatic meter-reading satellite unit built in the automatic management locker device for luggage and the like. The automatic meter reading satellite unit has a clock,
A first storage device and a first central processing unit are included. When receiving the series of data signals, the clock is called and the current time data is added to record the series of data in the first storage device. Before recording, the data may be separated for each meter of each dwelling and recorded in a separate file.

The automatic meter reading satellite unit includes a first input device (for example, a magnetic card reader, a numeric keypad, a touch panel) and a first display device (for example, CR).
T, liquid crystal panel) and the first printer.
These can be shared with those for automatic management lockers such as luggage. If a resident of an apartment house inserts a magnetic card or inputs a personal identification number and then selects, for example, the button for inquiring about the amount of water used, the amount of water used for the last two months will be the Displayed on the LCD panel along with the amount of usage for the same month. When the resident further selects printing, the displayed contents are printed out. This allows residents to know the recent water usage at any time, so if there is an abnormal increase in water usage but the cause is unknown, it is possible that an accident such as water leak may have occurred. Can be expected. Therefore, the resident's disadvantage is less likely to occur. In addition, since the resident can know the amount of water used and the like immediately before the absence for a long period of time, the water charge to be paid next time can be calculated in advance. As a result, the balance of the automatic transfer account becomes insufficient, or the amount of money more than necessary is not deposited, which is convenient for residents.

An automatic meter-reading satellite unit built in a locker device for automatically managing luggage etc. installed at the entrance of an apartment complex is a centralized charge management center for water stations, gas companies, and electric power companies, and centralized charge for electric power companies. By the management center and general telephone line, general communication line, etc.
It is connected. By connecting with this line, for example, when the centralized charge management center of the Waterworks Bureau sends a signal requesting water usage data near the end of the month to the automatic meter reading satellite unit of the apartment, the first automatic meter reading satellite unit The central processing unit calls the first storage device, retrieves all the data of the water consumption reading, and obtains the difference between the water consumption reading at the time of the previous month's meter reading and the current water consumption reading. , The water consumption for each house will be calculated, and this water consumption data will be sent to the centralized charge management center of the Water Works Bureau together with the data for specifying the house. As a result, instead of the meter reader going to the apartment building and getting the permission of the manager to enter the area inside the auto door and read and record the meter attached to each house, the computer of the centralized charge management center of the Waterworks Bureau. By simply inputting commands from the keyboard, you can instantly know the water usage of each house without any error, and additionally record the data directly in the database of the computer. Along with that, it is possible to almost completely omit human labor for the work from meter reading to invoicing, and speeding up,
The effect of accuracy and efficiency is great.

In addition, a prepaid card reading / writing device is attached to a packager automatic management locker device installed in an entrance area or the like of an apartment house. In this case, waterworks, gas companies, electric power companies, etc. separately issue prepaid cards and sell them at convenience stores. Residents are required to use this prepaid
Purchase a card and use the automatic luggage management locker installed in the apartment house to pay the electricity bill. further,
A person other than the resident may be allowed to use the automatic luggage management locker device for a fee. The resident first inserts a magnetic card or inputs a personal identification number.
Next, the button for paying the electricity charge is selected. Then, the electricity charge to be paid is displayed. If the amount is OK, select the confirmation button. Next, the payment method will be displayed,
Select the prepaid card only button from them.
Then, the prepaid card is read and inserted into the prepaid card reading / writing device according to the guide displayed on the liquid crystal panel. Then, the power charges are automatically settled from the prepaid card, and the balance of the prepaid card is updated and written. Then, the receipt is automatically created by the printer. Of course, the power charge payment data is transmitted to the computer of the centralized charge management center of the power company via the general communication line and recorded in the storage device thereof. As a result, the work of collecting charges becomes quicker, more accurate, and more efficient, and the fees conventionally paid to external organizations become unnecessary or low, which reduces costs in the long run.

Embodiment 2 FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of a water supply management system of Embodiment 2. An intercom with a tape recording / playback device that can be operated remotely is installed in each of the apartments. The intercom is centrally connected to the residential adapter and intercom controller and the interface device to which the house number is assigned by the communication line, and further connected to the centralized control panel for the meter reading of the automatic locker device for luggage management, and the general communication line or general telephone line. Is connected to a computer, a telephone or a microphone at a centralized charge management center such as the Waterworks Bureau. If the water supply is planned to be cut off due to waterworks, a computer such as the management center of the Waterworks Bureau relays the centralized control panel of the meter reading of the automatic locker device for the management of luggage in the housing complex, and records the tape on each house. The message of water suspension notification is sent to the playback device. Of course, instead of recording on tape,
A facsimile may be installed in each dwelling and the notice of water interruption may be output from the facsimile. Alternatively, a personal computer may be installed in each residence and a message may be sent to the personal computer of each residence by personal computer communication, or a notice of water interruption may be posted on the electronic bulletin board in general or with a password.

Further, the construction manager of the Waterworks Bureau or the meter reader may input the notice of water interruption from the automatic management locker device for luggage etc. in the housing complex. The construction manager of the Waterworks Bureau and the meter reader go to the automatic locker device for luggage management installed in the entrance area of the apartment complex. Then, enter the personal identification number from the touch panel, select broadcast contact, and then enter the content of the water suspension notice. Then, the computer automatically synthesizes the water outage notice and automatically records it as a message on the tape in the house.

As a result, the work of notifying the water supply can be remarkably labor-saving for the Waterworks Bureau, and it is not necessary to secure personnel for notification and distribution of pets. On the other hand, even for each resident, there is no risk of overlooking or losing the notice of water cutoff, and it is possible to know repeatedly and certainly.

Third Embodiment FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of a water supply management system according to a third embodiment. In the automatic meter reading satellite unit built in the automatic luggage management locker device, for example, 1
Calculate the amount of water used for each house every hour. Then, it is determined whether the usage amount is abnormally large by comparing with the normal usage amount. If it is determined to be abnormal,
Intercom in the house, alarm board in the administrator room,
The buzzer and liquid crystal panel of the automatic luggage management locker device or the alarm board of the water supply control center is used to notify the occurrence of an abnormality, and the water supply pipe of the residence is automatically closed and shut off. In this way, abnormalities in the usage status of each utility are monitored.

[0037]

EFFECT OF THE INVENTION Firstly, the resident can always know the amount of usage up to now and the usage fee to be paid next time by operating the automatic management locker device for luggage etc. installed in the entrance area of the housing complex. Alternatively, there is an effect that it can be predicted, and can be output to a printer and saved personally. In other words, gas,
Regarding the usage of electricity and water, centralized management such as automatic meter reading is being performed, but the method currently adopted is one-sided that only the trader can operate. Therefore, in the prior art, the resident side cannot know the exact amount used during the fixed period, but in the present invention, if the locker device is provided with the automatic meter reading, the resident can operate the display by operating the resident. Can be displayed.

Secondly, in an apartment house where automatic meter reading is carried out, an automatic meter reading board is usually installed outside the entrance, but most of them use a centralized control system connected to the center. Absent. Therefore, a meter-reader must usually read the data on the automatic meter-reading board outside the building. Rainy days with bad weather and windy days are hard. It can be said that it is efficient and very convenient for the meter reader if the meter can be read by the rocker device installed in the entrance.

Thirdly, the sale of prepaid cards and the prepaid card reading / writing device attached to the automatic management locker device for luggage, etc., enable direct centralized management of notification of charges and payment of charges, which leads to clerical work. There is an effect that efficiency and cost reduction can be achieved.

Fourthly, in the prior art, it is very troublesome to pay the usage fee, especially when the transfer method other than direct debit or the payment method to the collector is taken to a designated financial institution. Also, if the collector does not have enough money, such as when the collector suddenly visits, payment cannot be made. In the present invention, the amount of gas, electricity, and water used is clearly indicated on the locker device, and the usage fee can be settled regardless of the date and time.

Fifth, the waterworks department can centralize mechanization of notices of water interruptions and the like, which can significantly save labor in work and does not require securing personnel for notification and leaflet distribution. On the other hand, even for each resident, there is no risk of overlooking or losing the notice of water interruption, and there is an effect that it is possible to know repeatedly and certainly. In other words, by providing the automatic meter reading on the locker device, a message (collection date, gas security inspection date, contact information in case of emergency) can be input to the resident from the dealer side on the spot. Also, the message can be displayed on the display of the locker device. Therefore, it will be known to all residents of the housing complex.

Sixth, constantly monitor the amount of water used,
When an abnormality occurs, an alarm automatically notifies the occurrence of the abnormality and automatically shuts off the supply of water and the like, which has the effect of improving the safety of each dwelling and the entire apartment complex.

Seventh, there is an effect that various data of the apartment house stored in the automatic management locker device for luggage and the like can be used. That is, when the automatic management locker device for luggage and the like is installed in an apartment house, the personal identification number, name, room number, and personal card data are input for each residence in the apartment house and stored in the memory. Since the present invention uses these data almost as they are, only one password is required for the resident, the user does not make a mistake in operation, and the center side does not need to input data. There are no input errors and the cost can be reduced.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a water supply management system for a housing complex according to a first embodiment.

FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of a management system for water supply or the like for an apartment house or the like according to a second embodiment.

FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of a management system for water supply or the like for a housing complex according to a third embodiment.

[Procedure amendment]

[Submission date] May 12, 1994

[Procedure Amendment 1]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Name of item to be corrected] 0027

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

First Embodiment FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a water supply management system according to a first embodiment. The amount of water, gas, electricity, hot water supply, etc. used in each house of the apartment complex 1 is 20 water meters and 2 gas meters.
2. The electricity meter 24, the hot water supply meter 26, and the calorie meter 28 measure. These meters have transmitters 21, 23, 25, 27, 29 respectively.
Is attached, and the measured value is automatically converted into a data signal and transmitted. The data signal includes a signal that identifies the type of water, gas, electricity, hot water, etc., a signal that identifies the house number, and a signal that identifies the meter reading. If necessary, a parity may be further included to check whether there is an error associated with the transmission of the data signal. In addition, the transmission of the data signal from the transmission device 21, 23, 25, 27, 29 is always, at a constant time interval, or the request signal from the multi-terminal 4 on the receiving side described later is transmitted. It may be just after receiving it. The water meter 20, the gas meter 22, the electric meter 24, etc. in the present embodiment correspond to the usage amount sensor in the present invention, and the transmitters 21, 23, 2 in the first embodiment.
5, 27 and 29 correspond to the usage amount signal transmitter in the present invention.

[Procedure Amendment 2]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Correction target item name] 0028

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

Next, each transmitting device 21, 23, 25, 2
The data signals from 7, 29 are concentrated and received by the multi-terminal 4. In the first embodiment, the number of the multi-terminals 4 is one, and the multi-terminals 4 are connected to the transmitters of all the dwellings of the housing complex by wiring or radio waves. If the apartment is a large-scale apartment and has a large number of dwellings, use multiple multi-terminals and divide all dwellings into groups.
It can be changed to take charge of each group. The multi-terminal 4 scans at timed intervals so as to receive the data signals from all the meters in all the dwellings of the housing complex at regular intervals.

[Procedure 3]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Name of item to be corrected] 0029

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

After the multi-terminal 4 periodically receives the data signal, the automatic meter reading satellite unit 6 in which a series of data signals are built in the automatic management locker device 5 for luggage and the like.
Send to. The automatic meter reading satellite unit 6 includes a clock, a first storage device, and a first central processing control device. When a series of data signals is received, the clock is called to add the current time data and the series of data is first
Record in the storage device. Before recording, the data may be separated for each meter of each dwelling and recorded in a separate file.

[Procedure amendment 4]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Name of item to be corrected] 0030

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

The automatic meter reading satellite unit 6 includes a first input device (for example, a magnetic card reader, a ten-key pad, a touch panel) and a first display device (for example, CR).
T, liquid crystal panel) and the first printer.
These can be shared with those for automatic management lockers such as luggage. If a resident of an apartment house inserts a magnetic card or inputs a personal identification number and then selects, for example, the button for inquiring about the amount of water used, the amount of water used for the last two months will be the Displayed on the LCD panel along with the amount of usage for the same month. When the resident further selects printing, the displayed contents are printed out. This allows residents to know the recent water usage at any time, so if there is an abnormal increase in water usage but the cause is unknown, it is possible that an accident such as water leak may have occurred. Can be expected. Therefore, the resident's disadvantage is less likely to occur. In addition, since the resident can know the amount of water used and the like immediately before the absence for a long period of time, the water charge to be paid next time can be calculated in advance. As a result, the balance of the automatic transfer account becomes insufficient, or the amount of money more than necessary is not deposited, which is convenient for residents.

[Procedure Amendment 5]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Correction target item name] 0031

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

The automatic meter-reading satellite unit 6 built in the automatic locker device for managing luggage etc. installed at the entrance of an apartment house is a centralized charge management center 71, 72, 73 of the waterworks, gas companies and electric power companies. And general telephone line, general communication line, etc. With this line connection, for example, when a signal from the centralized charge management center of the Waterworks Bureau sends a signal requesting water usage data to the automatic meter reading satellite unit 6 of the housing complex near the end of the month, the first automatic meter reading satellite unit The central processing unit of the above calls the first storage device, retrieves all the data of the water consumption reading, and obtains the difference between the water consumption reading at the previous month's meter reading and the current water consumption reading. Then, calculate the water consumption for each house,
The water usage data of this time together with the data for specifying the residence will be transmitted to the centralized charge management center 71 of the Waterworks Bureau. As a result, instead of the meter reader going to the apartment building and getting the permission of the manager to enter the area inside the auto door and read and record the meter attached to each house, the computer of the centralized charge management center of the Waterworks Bureau. By simply inputting commands from the keyboard, you can instantly know the water usage of each house without any error, and additionally record the data directly in the database of the computer.
Along with that, it is possible to eliminate human labor almost completely from the meter reading to the invoicing of bills.
Greatly improves efficiency.

[Procedure correction 6]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Name of item to be corrected] 0032

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

In addition, a prepaid card reading / writing device 9 is attached to the automatic luggage management locker device 5 installed in the entrance area of the housing complex. In this case, waterworks, gas companies, electric power companies, etc. separately issue prepaid cards and sell them at convenience stores. The resident purchases this prepaid card in advance and pays the electric power charge using the automatic luggage management locker device 5 installed in the housing complex. Furthermore, a person other than a resident may be allowed to use the automatic luggage management locker device 5 for a fee. The resident first inserts a magnetic card or inputs a personal identification number. Next, the button for paying the electricity charge is selected. Then, the electricity charge to be paid is displayed. If the amount is OK, select the confirmation button. Next, the payment method will be displayed. Select the prepaid card only button from among them. Then, the prepaid card is read and inserted into the writing device 9 according to the guide displayed on the liquid crystal panel. Then, the power charges are automatically settled from the prepaid card, and the balance of the prepaid card is updated and written. Then, the receipt is automatically created by the printer. Of course, the power charge payment data is sent to the centralized charge management center 7 of the power company via the general communication line.
3 and is recorded in the storage device. This will speed up the collection of charges, improve accuracy,
In addition to being more efficient, the fees that were conventionally paid to external institutions will be unnecessary or low, reducing costs over the long term.

[Procedure Amendment 7]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Correction target item name] 0033

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

Embodiment 2 FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of a water supply management system of Embodiment 2. An intercom 10 equipped with a tape recording / reproducing device that can be remotely controlled is installed in each of the apartment houses. The intercom 10 is centrally connected to a housing adapter and an intercom controller and an interface device to which a house number is assigned by a communication line, and further connected to a centralized meter-reading management panel of an automatic luggage management locker device 5, and also a general communication line or a general communication line. It is connected to a computer, a telephone or a microphone of a centralized charge management center 71 such as a water station by a telephone line. When the water supply is planned to be cut off due to water supply work, a computer such as the management center 71 of the Waterworks Bureau relays the centralized meter-reading control panel of the automatic luggage management locker device 5 of the housing complex to the housing of each house. Intercom 1 with tape recording / playback device
0 will be sent the message of water suspension notification. Of course, as an alternative to recording on tape, a facsimile may be installed in each dwelling and the notice of water interruption may be output from the facsimile. Alternatively, a personal computer may be installed in each residence and a message may be sent to the personal computer of each residence by personal computer communication, or a notice of water interruption may be posted on the electronic bulletin board in general or with a password.

[Procedure Amendment 8]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Correction target item name] 0034

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

Further, the construction manager of the Waterworks Bureau or the meter reader may input the notice of water interruption from the automatic management locker device 5 for luggage etc. of the housing complex. The construction manager of the Waterworks Bureau and the meter reader go to the automatic luggage management locker device 5 installed in the entrance area of the apartment complex. Then, enter the personal identification number from the touch panel, select broadcast contact, and then enter the content of the water suspension notice.
Then, the computer automatically synthesizes the notice of water interruption and automatically records it as a message on the intercom 10 with a tape recording / reproducing device in the house.

[Procedure Amendment 9]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Correction target item name] 0036

[Correction method] Change

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Third Embodiment FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of a water supply management system according to a third embodiment. In the automatic meter-reading satellite unit 6 incorporated in the automatic luggage management locker device 5, the usage amount of water or the like is calculated periodically for each house, for example, every hour. And, compared to the normal amount of use,
Determine whether there are abnormally large numbers. If it is determined that an abnormality has occurred, the intercom in the residence, the alarm board in the manager's room, the buzzer and liquid crystal panel of the automatic luggage management locker device, or the alarm board of the Waterworks Management Center will be used to notify the occurrence of the abnormality. , The water supply pipe 11 of the house is automatically closed and shut off. In this way
It monitors abnormalities in the usage status of each user.

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[Explanation of Codes] 1 Housing 11 Supply valve 12 Supply valve 13 Supply valve 14 Supply valve 15 Supply valve 20 Water meter 22 Gas meter 24 Electric meter 26 Hot water meter 28 Calorimeter 21 Transmitter 23 Transmitter 25 Transmitter 27 Transmitter 29 Transmitter 30 Supply source 31 Supply source 32 Supply source 33 Supply source 34 Supply source 4 Multi-terminal 5 Automatic luggage management locker device 6 Automatic meter-reading satellite unit 71 Centralized charge management center for waterworks 72 Centralized charge management center for gas companies 73 Electricity Centralized charge management center of the company 8 Control unit 9 Prepaid card reading / writing device 10 Intercom with tape recording / playback device

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[Claims] 1. A usage amount sensor such as water supply and a usage amount signal transmitter are provided in each house, and a storage device, an input device such as a numeric keypad, a CRT touch panel, and a touch pen, and a display device such as a CRT and a liquid crystal panel are provided. , A printer, a clock, and a central processing unit are installed in the entrance space, and they are connected by a communication line. 2. A usage sensor such as water supply and a usage signal transmitter are provided in each house, and a first storage device, a first input device such as a ten-key pad, a CRT touch panel, and a touch pen, a CRT, a liquid crystal display. A first display device such as a panel, a first printer, a clock, a first central processing control device, and a first data signal transceiver are provided in the entrance space, and a second storage device is provided. Second input device such as a keyboard, touch pen, mouse, etc., and a second input device such as CRT, liquid crystal panel, etc.
The display device, the second printer, the second central processing unit, and the second data signal transmitter / receiver are installed in a company such as a water supply company or a security center, and they are connected by a communication line. Management system such as. 3. A management system for water supply or the like for an apartment house or the like according to claim 1 or 2, wherein a prepaid card reading / writing device is provided in an entrance space. 4. A water supply or the like for an apartment house or the like according to claim 1 or 2, wherein a remote controllable recording / reproducing device is provided in each residence, and a private telephone exchange is provided in the apartment house. Management system. 5. The management system of water supply for an apartment house or the like according to claim 1 or 2, wherein a breaker such as water supply that can be remotely operated is provided in each house. 6. A first storage device, a first input device, and
The first display device, the first printer, the clock, and the first central processing and control device are attached to the automatic management locker device for luggage and the like, and are provided in the entrance space, or exclusively for the entrance space and residents. It is provided as a boundary wall of the area, and the management system for water supply or the like for the housing complex or the like according to any one of claims 1 to 5.