JPS6125267A - Pocket computer for control of taxi operation - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To reduce the load on a taxi driver, in terms of the recording jobs and to enable him to totalize his sales amount at a high speed, by recording mechanically the state to taxi operations to a recording medium. CONSTITUTION:A clock C is provided to a pocket computer 10 for control of taxi operations. A get-on time point input means 20 feeds the get-on time point according to the clock C; while a get-off time point in put means 40 feeds the get-off time point according to the clock C respectively. The time points of both means 20 and 40 are recorded to a recording medium 90 via a controller 70 and a data recording means 80. Furthermore a get-on area name input means 30 is added together with a get-off area name input means 50 and a taxi fare input means 60.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates to a pocket computer for operation management that records the operation status of a taxi.

``Background technology'' Taxi drivers are required to record the operating status of taxis, and each time a passenger gets on or off, they write down the name of the boarding place, the name of the alighting place, the time of boarding and alighting, and the fare fee in the operation ledger. It is recorded. However, since this record is done by hand, it is complicated and errors may occur. In particular, it is difficult to ensure accuracy of boarding and alighting times, etc.
If you later want to know the exact time of getting off the train or boarding the taxi, for example, if your taxi is involved in a crime, you will not be able to know this accurately. Even if the boarding and disembarking locations can be relied on by the memory of the crew, it is difficult to remember the time. In addition, written records are
It also leaves open the possibility of quantity determined by the crew.

On the other hand, when the crew members return to their bases after completing -day's driving, they tally up the day's sales from the record ledger and pay the money to the accounting staff, but this tallying process is complicated and can cause trouble. . For example, there are many cases where the total amount does not match the cash due to the accounting department's deadline being missed, due to omissions or errors in records, or due to errors in recording cash and tickets. Sales are the basic data for crew members who are usually subject to a commission system, and it is desirable to minimize these problems as much as possible.

``Object of the Invention'' The present invention proposes a pocket computer for operation management that can mechanically record data related to taxi operations, thereby ensuring the accuracy of operation records, and also recording the operation of taxi drivers. The purpose of the present invention is to provide a pocket computer for managing the operation of a taxi, which can reduce the burden associated with transportation and quickly and accurately tally sales. Furthermore, the present invention provides these records as an off-line device that is not connected to the fare meter, and aims to provide an operation management device that is easy to use and does not require modification of the meter. .

``Summary of the Invention'' The pocket computer for operation management of the present invention records the boarding time and alighting time in a recording means in conjunction with a built-in clock, and also records the boarding place name, alighting place name, and fare fee for each of these. It is characterized in that the information is recorded on the recording means using the input means. Blurred like this
By recording the operating status on two computers, the reliability of the operating records will be improved, and requests for presentation from the Metropolitan Police Department etc. can be quickly responded to.Furthermore, taxi company managers will be able to better manage the work of their crew members. Can be done accurately.

"Embodiments of the Invention" The present invention will be described below with reference to illustrated embodiments. FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing one embodiment of the present invention. Taxi M
4: The management pocket computer 10 is equipped with a clock C, boarding time input means 20 for inputting the boarding time based on the clock C, and alighting time input means 20 for inputting the alighting time based on the clock C. 40 are provided. These time input means 20.40 are composed of, for example, switch buttons, and by pressing this button, the current time is recorded on the recording medium 90 via the controller 7o and the data recording means 80. .

Further, a boarding place name input means 30 for inputting a boarding place name and an alighting place name input means 50 for inputting an alighting place name are provided. Furthermore, a fare input means 60 for inputting a taxi fare is provided.

The controller 70 controls the data recording means 80 to record data on the recording medium 90 based on input signals from the input means 20 to 6o.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing the above embodiment in more detail.

Pocket computer 1 for taxi operation management according to the present invention
0 displays a digital clock C, a kana key 41 as a boarding place name input means 40 and an alighting place name input means 50, a numeric keypad 61 as a fare input means 60, and a boarding place name and alighting place name in a case 11. Display device 1
'00, purchase price display device 62, and data recording means 8
RAM (RAM, random access memory) card 91 as 0. The ram card 91 is removably attached to the case 11, and when the set key 12 is pressed when the ram card 91 is attached, the data input at that time is recorded in the ram card 91. Further, a program card 82 consisting of a ROM containing a basic program for operating the computer is removably attached to the case 10. Of course, the program may be installed in a fixed manner, but by using a program card in this way, it is possible to easily change or modify the program. In addition, this case IO includes a ticket button 13 and a tally button 14.
is provided, and an input confirmation lamp 15 is also provided. This input confirmation lamp 15 consists of a boarding time input confirmation lamp 15a, a boarding place input confirmation lamp 15b, an alighting time input confirmation lamp 15C1, an alighting place input confirmation lamp 15d, and a fare input confirmation lamp 15e. When the lamp is turned on, it lights up, and when all the lamps are turned on, all the lamps go out. .

It is desirable that the purchase price display device 62 and the display device lOO are constructed from liquid crystal display devices. A cursor CR indicating the input position is shown at the bottom of the display devices j62 and 100. This cursor CR moves to the right one digit at a time after the input of that position is completed. The pack space key BK, when pressed, moves the cursor CR back one digit. Clear keys 1 and 9 clear all displays. The case 11 is further provided with a battery case (not shown), a power switch 16, and a microphone connector 17.

Next, the operation of the above embodiment will be explained.

FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing the operation of the above embodiment.

First, when the taxi starts operating, the RAM card 91 is inserted into the case 11, and the card 91 is initialized. That is, the vehicle number of the taxi, the name of the attendant, the meter display value at the start of the trip, etc. are set.

This initial setting can be done by the taxi company and handed over to the crew. After leaving the station and picking up passengers, the user presses the purchase button on the fare meter installed in the car to start its operation, and at the same time presses the set key 12 shown in FIG. 2. As a result, the boarding time at that time is recorded on the ram card 91, and when it is recorded,
Boarding time input confirmation lamp 15 in input confirmation lamp 15
lights up. This boarding time may be displayed on the display device 100.

Next, the name of the boarding place is entered using the keypad 41 after the passenger gets on the train and before he or she gets off the train. Then, this boarding place name is displayed on the display device 100. When the crew member confirms that this display is correct, he presses the save/set key 12, and the boarding place name is recorded in the ram card 91, and the boarding place input confirmation lamp 15b lights up. If you make a mistake in entering a place name, use the back key BK to press the cursor CR.
Return to the incorrect position and enter the correct input.

Thereafter, the driver takes a rental run, and when he reaches his destination, he presses the payment button on the fare meter, and at the same time presses the set key 12. As a result, the time of getting off at that time is recorded in the RAM card 91, and the getting off time input confirmation lamp 15c lights up. This time may be displayed on the display device 100 similarly to the boarding time. Thereafter, the name of the place to get off is input using the Japanese keypad 41, and the rental fare displayed on the fare meter is input using the numeric keypad 61. These input data are displayed on the display device 100 and the fare display device 62, so the set key 12 is pressed each time the display is confirmed. As a result, the name of the place to get off and the purchase price are recorded on the ram card 91, and the respective input confirmation lamps 15d and 1
5e lights up. When all confirmation lamps are lit, -
At that point, all input confirmation lamps will turn off, indicating that the recording of the batch has been completed. The number of recordings, that is, the number of purchases can be displayed on the counter 18 from the lighting of the input confirmation lamp 15. If you make a mistake in inputting a place name or fare, you can use the pack space key BK to correct it, just as you would when boarding a train. Through the above-described series of operations, the data entry of - times of passengers is completed.

Further, if the fee is to be paid with a ticket instead of cash, the ticket button 13 is pressed.

Then, the fact that the fee was paid with a ticket and the amount of the fee are recorded on the ram card 91.

Then, the vehicle runs empty until the next passenger is found, and when the next passenger is boarded, the set key 12 is pressed. Thereafter, by repeating the same operations as above, the operating status is continuously recorded. FIG. 4 schematically shows the order in which one passenger's data is recorded on the Ram card 91, including boarding time, boarding time,
The boarding place name, the time of getting off, the name of the getting off place, and the purchase price are recorded in this order. Of course, this recording order may be different from the above.

Returning to Figure 3 again, the train repeats the series of operations, and when the time comes to return, it returns to the base.

Then, the recorded ram card 91 is inserted into the league of the counting device 110 (FIG. 5). This aggregation device 110 is composed of, for example, a personal computer, and its aggregation operation is performed in a very short time. For example, the sales amount on the day of the taxi wash time is totaled, and the value is printed out by the printer 120. The printed amount is then paid to the accountant, and the day's work is completed.

Figure 5 shows multiple ram cards 9 centered around the counting device N110.
FIG. 1 is a block diagram when 1 is combined. Tabulation device 11
The computers that make up O are able to continuously record and record not only taxi-crew-Oita data, but also the operation data of multiple crew members.
Tally. In other words, the total sales of all vehicles on the day and the breakdown of cash and tickets, the sales of each vehicle and the breakdown of cash and tickets, the operation log of each vehicle, the commission sales of each crew member, payroll calculation materials, etc. are aggregated. Ru. This tally record is stored on a magnetic recording medium such as a floppy disk, and can be used for monthly salary calculations, operation management, and as materials submitted to regulatory agencies such as the Ministry of Transport. In the above embodiment, the kana key 41 is used as the place name input means 21, but the place name input means may also be constituted by a voice input device that is currently in practical use. In this case, a microphone is connected to the microphone connector 17, and the audio signal from this microphone is converted into a signal corresponding to the output signal of the Japanese key 41. If you use a voice input device, inputting the name of the boarding place and the name of the place of getting off will be easier than using a kana keyboard.The driver will not have to look at the computer, which will help ensure safer driving. can.

In addition to the RAM card 91 shown in the embodiment, a magnetic recording medium such as a magnetic tape or a floppy disk can be used as the recording means.

In the above embodiment, the fee display device 62 and the display device 100 for displaying place names, etc., are provided separately, but they can be shared by a single display device. Conversely, a separate display device may be provided specifically for boarding time and alighting time.

When the totalization button 14 is pressed, the total amount of purchase fees up to that point is displayed on the display device 62 or 100.0 Crew members can press this button as necessary.
You can check the sales amount.

``Effects of the Invention'' As described above, the pocket computer for taxi operation management of the present invention is designed to mechanically record the taxi operation status on a recording medium, which is different from the conventional method using paper and pencil. It is possible to reduce the burden on the crew members regarding these records that have been kept, and it is also possible to quickly tally sales and losses, thereby eliminating troubles regarding sales between the crew members and the manager. Furthermore, the device of the present invention
Since it is configured as an off-line device separate from the taxi fare meter, it can be provided as a simple device that does not require modification of the fare meter.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

Fig. 1 is a block diagram showing one embodiment of the present invention, Fig. 2 is a more specific explanatory diagram of the above embodiment, Fig. 3 is a flowchart of the above embodiment, and Fig. 4 shows the recorded contents of a cassette tape. The figure shown in FIG. 5 is a block diagram centered on the totalizing device. lO...pocket computer for operation management, 20...
- Boarding time input means, 30... Alighting time input means, 4
0... boarding place name input means, 50... alighting place name input means, 60... purchased fare input means, 62... fare display device, 80... data recording means, 90... recording medium , lOO... Display device, 110... Tabulation device, C.
··clock. Patent Applicant Sada Yokomura Agent Kuni Miura Shigeru Matsui

Claims (7)

[Claims] (1) A clock; A boarding time input means for inputting the boarding time based on the clock; Boarding place name input means for inputting the boarding place name; Alighting time input means for inputting the alighting time based on the clock; A stopover place name input means for inputting a place name; a rental fare input means for inputting a rental fare; and a data recording means for recording input data from each of the input means on a predetermined recording medium. A pocket computer for taxi operation management. (2) The pocket computer for taxi operation management according to claim 1, wherein the boarding place name inputting means or the alighting place name inputting means is constituted by a kana key. (3) The pocket computer for taxi operation management according to claim 1, wherein the boarding place name input means or the alighting place name input means is constituted by a voice input device. (4) The pocket computer for taxi operation management according to claim 1, wherein the rental fare input means is a numeric keypad. (5) A pocket computer for taxi operation management according to claim 1, wherein the recording medium is made of a semiconductor storage element or a magnetic recording medium. (6) In claim 1, the data recording means is for managing the operation of a taxi, wherein each data is recorded in the order of boarding time, boarding place name, getting off time, getting off place name, and fare fee. pocket computer. (7) A pocket computer for managing the operation of a taxi according to claim 6, further comprising input confirmation means for boarding time, boarding place name, getting off place name, getting off time, and fare fee.