JPS61251869A - Control system for copying machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To save key counters or key cards by using an external memory medium for copy (print) quantity control. CONSTITUTION:A power source is turned on firstly and a program floppy disk FD where a program and data are stored is set a FDD 5 to load the program and data in a system memory 8. At this time, recognition codes of this main machine and respective departments which are allowed to use the machine or program are loaded. When editing processing is performed, a departmental FD assigned to each department is set on the FDD 5. A recognition code assigned to each department, an integrated print quantity no, are other control data are recorded on the departmental FD and when no departmental FD is set, switches, etc., of an operation part 1 are made effective by a CPU 6, so that the machine is disabled to operate. When the departmental FD is set and the recognition code recorded thereupon coincides with one of the recognition codes loaded from the program FD, the machine is held in readiness for operation.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a management system for a copying machine, and more particularly, to a management system for managing the number of copies, jams, errors, users, etc. of a copying machine.

Conventionally, when a copying machine or the like is shared by multiple departments, a unit such as a key counter or key card is added to manage the number of copies for each department.

In order to do this, in addition to the above unit, a control circuit such as a key counter or key card, I/F, and installation space for the key counter or key card are required for the copying machine, etc. Therefore, it is necessary to install the key counter or key card. Not only machines, but also machines that are not installed (which can be added later) have the disadvantage of increasing costs and increasing the size of the machine.

Kaishi This invention was made in view of the above-mentioned circumstances.
In particular, in devices where the system program is loaded from an external memory medium such as a floppy disk,
This was done for the purpose of saving key counters or key cards by using an external memory medium to manage the number of copies (prints).

(2) In order to achieve the above object, the present invention comprises an image reading device (1), an image output device, an operation section, an input/output device for program data to and from an external memory medium, and (1) a controller section that performs image processing to control the above device. in a copying machine that operates by loading a program from an external memory medium, the external memory medium is used as a copy number management device and/or an information gathering device for jams, errors, etc., and the external memory medium is The above-mentioned various information recorded on the computer is read out using the operation section. Hereinafter, the present invention will be explained based on examples.

FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of a copying machine to which the present invention can be applied. In the figure, 1 is a man-machine interface;
An operation section with a switch and a display section.

2 is a scanner for reading the original image; 3 is an image output device, such as a laser printer; 4 is a controller that performs system control 1 editing processing; and 5 is a program that reads and writes data and programs on a floppy disk. With a floppy disk drive (FDD), the illustrated copying machine uses a floppy disk, which is used in personal computers, etc., as an external memory medium.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the electric circuit of the copying machine shown in FIG. 1. The controller 4 shown in FIG. 1 is a microcomputer (CPU) 6. Memory for fixed programs, etc. (ROM)7. Data read from floppy disks, program storage and CPU working memory8. Other items such as watches, etc.9. Image memory 101 for image data (pattern) from a scanner etc. Image processing circuit 11 which performs processing such as image sampling 9 generation, conversion 9 rotation, movement 9 reversal, generation of longitude/latitude lines, etc. It consists of an interface 12 etc., and the operation unit 1. Scanner 2. Printer 3. FDD5
, and other devices 13 such as image files and sorters.

In the above-mentioned intelligent copying machine, the editing process varies depending on the user and the business, and if the processing program is fixed in the machine, versatility will be lost. Therefore, in the present invention, a necessary editing processing program is stored in an external memory medium such as a floppy disk, and then the program is loaded into the machine to execute control.

Next, the operation will be explained. First, turn on the power, and
A program floppy disk (hereinafter referred to as FD) on which programs and data are stored is inserted into the D5, and the programs and data are loaded into the system memory 8.

At this time, the identification codes of each department that is allowed to use this machine or program are also loaded.

When performing editing processing, bring the departmental FD assigned to each department and set it to FDD5.
Records the recognition code assigned to each department, the cumulative number of prints (no), and other management data. When the departmental FD is not sent, the switches on the operation section 1 are controlled by the CPtJ6 to be disabled, and the machine becomes inoperable. If the departmental FD is set and the recognition code recorded therein exists in the recognition code group loaded from the program FD, the machine is controlled to be ready for operation. Here, if you execute the editing process and print one sheet, the cumulative print number recording section of the departmental FD will be (
It is rewritten to the value of n o + n). In addition, the editing processing program code used is also recorded.

FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of editing processing, in which ■ indicates a manuscript, ■ indicates a print image, and the manuscript ■ is subjected to editing processing, and, for example, the original IOA section is subjected to extraction and movement, and then printed ■ In the same way, rotate part B to make it part B, perform conversion movement to part 0 to make it part C, and do the same thing.
The section is moved to form section D, and the meridian and latitude lines are further generated in section D'' to obtain E'' to obtain print ■.

When the editing process is completed and the departmental FD is removed, the machine becomes inoperable. To read the management information, set the departmental FD in the FDD 5 and display it on the display section by pressing the switch on the operation section 1a. Alternatively, instead of using the departmental FD, you can input the recognition code using the operation panel keys, and if it matches the recognition code group registered in the program FD, the machine can be used. do. In addition, management information such as the number of prints is recorded on the program FD. Furthermore, if the machine has a non-volatile memory, management information may be recorded in that memory.

Results As is clear from the above description, according to the present invention, a conventional key counter can be used without adding any circuit or device hardware.

It is possible to provide a copying machine that eliminates the need for a key card, reduces costs, and reduces the size of the machine.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram for explaining an example of a copying machine to which the present invention is applied, FIG. 2 is an electrical block diagram, and FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of editing processing. 1...Operation unit, 2...Scanner, 3...Printer. 4...Controller, 5...Flo Soppy disk driver 1st figure 2nd figure 3rd factor lightning "

Claims (1)

[Claims] It is composed of an image reading device, an image output device, an operation unit, an input/output device for program data with an external memory medium, and a controller unit that controls the above device and performs image processing.
and in a copying machine that operates by loading a program from an external memory medium, the external memory medium is used as a copy number management device and/or an information gathering device for jams, errors, etc., and records are recorded on the external memory medium. A method for managing a copying machine, characterized in that the various kinds of information that have been displayed are read out using the operation section.