JPS63148361A - On-line compound terminal equipment - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To attach a multifunction on a device, by enabling an IC memory card to be connected to the bus of a computer part. CONSTITUTION:A socket 20 is connected to the bus 2, and the IC memory card 21 in which a specific program is stored by every function is possible to be inserted from the outside. In other words, when the function other than a basic function such as a telephone set, or a facsimile, etc., is used, a corresponding IC memory card 21 is inserted to the socket 20. Also, a terminal part 22 is connected to the bus 2, and a full-keyboard 23 is possible to be connected to it, and furthermore, a terminal part 24 corresponding to an RS-232-C, etc., is connected, and also, an external memory 25, a personal computer 26, and an MIDI musical instrument, etc., can be connected to it. Meanwhile, a video tex decoder 30 and an adaptor 31 are provided as optional functions, and a television 32 can be connected as a CAPTAIN and the like.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention (Field of Industrial Application) The present invention relates to an online composite terminal that has various information processing capabilities including the functions of a telephone, facsimile, personal computer, word processor, etc., and can be used as a multipurpose terminal. Regarding equipment.

(Prior art and its problems) Recently, due to technological advances in electronic devices and digital communication, communication systems such as data communication, image communication, etc.
Although John terminals are rapidly becoming smaller, lighter, and cheaper, there has never been a terminal device that is organically and functionally configured and covers the various functions generally desired.

(Means for Solving the Problems) The present invention has been proposed in view of the above points, and its purpose is to improve convenience in use and provide multifunctionality while reducing cost. The object of the present invention is to provide an online multifunction terminal device that can achieve the following functions.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention includes a computer unit having a memory, a network control unit and a modem that connect a public telephone line and the computer unit, a telephone communication circuit and a handset connected to the public telephone line. , an image sensor and an A/D conversion section that reads the image and creates image data and provides it to the computer section; a printer section that prints two characters on the image under the control of the computer section; and a printer section that instructs various operations and inputs data. a display section for displaying operation status; a socket for connecting an IC memory card to the bus of the computer section; a terminal section for connecting a full keyboard to the bus; and a terminal section for connecting a personal computer to the bus. The gist of the present invention is an online composite terminal device characterized by being equipped with a terminal section to which devices such as a computer and an external memory can be connected.

(Function) The online composite terminal device of the present invention has various functions desired as a terminal device, and except for basic functions such as telephone and facsimile, necessary functions can be selected by replacing the IC memory card. Therefore, in addition to miniaturization by integrating and commonizing units, further miniaturization and cost reduction can be achieved by distributing software.

(Example) Hereinafter, the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings showing examples.

FIG. 1 is a block configuration diagram showing one embodiment of the online composite terminal device of the present invention, in which 1 is a processor (CPU) that performs main control and data processing, 2 is its bus, and 3
, 4 is a memory, 5 is a backup battery for the memory 4. Note that 1 processor 1j bus 2. memory 3,
4 constitutes a computer section.

On the other hand, a bus 2 is connected to a public telephone line via a network control unit (NCU) 6 and a modem 7, and a public telephone line M
Data communication, image communication, etc. can be performed with other computer systems, facsimiles, etc. connected via L. In addition, the public phone port M separated in the network control unit 6
A handset 9 is connected to L via a communication circuit 8, so that it can also be used as a general telephone.

Further, the illumination unit 10 and the image sensor 11 are for reading images of originals (including photographs), and a motor 15 is provided for feeding the paper. Note that since the output of the image sensor 11 is an analog signal, it is converted into a digital signal by the A/D converter 12 and then transferred to the bus 2. Further, the motor 15 is connected to the bus 2 via the interface 13 and driver 14.

Further, the thermal head 17 prints an image on thermal recording paper.

It constitutes the printer section that prints characters.
It is connected to the interface 13 via a driver 16. Note that the printing method is not limited to the thermal method, but may be other methods such as the impact method or the R electric power method.

It is also provided with a display section 18 and operation keys 19, which are connected to the bus 2 via the interface 3. The display section 18 displays the operating status of the terminal device, and the operation keys 19 are used to issue operational instructions and data. It is now possible to perform input.

On the other hand, a socket 20 is connected to the bus 2, and an IC memory card 2 stores a program specific to each function.
1 can be inserted from the outside. That is, when using something other than basic functions such as a telephone or facsimile, by inserting the corresponding IC memory card 21 into the socket 20, the capacity of the memories 3 and 4 inside the device can be reduced to the necessary minimum. It can be made into

Furthermore, a terminal section 22 is connected to the bus 2, and a full keyboard 23 can be connected thereto.By connecting the full keyboard 23, it is possible to easily input European characters, kana characters, symbols, etc. .

Further, a terminal section 24 corresponding to R5-232-C etc. is connected to the bus 2, and an external memory 25. Personal computer 26. MIDI Gakumei 27 etc. can be connected. Note that 28 is a CRT controller, and 29 is a monitor television, which can be displayed on the screen.

On the other hand, a videotex decoder 30 and an adapter 3 are provided as extended functions, and can be connected to a home television 32 as an adapter such as Captain.

Also, a barcode reader 34, a mouse 36 . A data entry unit such as a magnetic card reader 37 is provided as appropriate. Note that 33.35 is an interface.

FIG. 2 shows an example of the external appearance of the online composite terminal device of the present invention, in which 100 is the terminal device main body, 9 is a handset, 38 is a handset holder, 18 is a display section,
19 is an operation key, 39 is a thermal recording paper, 40 is a document insertion stand, and 41 is a document discharge port.

Examples of functions that can be executed by the online composite terminal device of the present invention are listed below.

■-General telephone function Multi-function telephone function ■Through modem function ■Intelligent modem function ■Fax communication function ■Video facsimile function ■Video sensing function ■Copy function ■Message board (BBS) function ■Printer function ■Word processor function ■Personal computer function ■Video Tex (NAPLPS, CEPT, etc.) function @Captain function a3 E-mail function ■ Terminal function 0 Home control function ■ Home management function ■ Data storage function [Phase] Exchanger function ■ Confidential communication, 10 functions or less, each of the above functions The contents and operation of the main functions are explained individually.

First, the general telephone function (■) is a function for making voice calls in the same way as a normal telephone.By connecting the handset 9 to a public telephone line via the telephone call circuit 8 in FIG. It will be done. Note that dialing and the like can be done automatically under the control of the processor 1.

In addition, the multi-function telephone function (■) is a function related to telephone use such as a speed dial function, one-touch dial function, and a telephone directory function. It is now possible to register and search for people's names, etc.

The through modem function (2) is a function that allows the terminal device body 100 to be used as a modem when a general personal computer or the like is connected to another computer system or the like via a public telephone line for data communication. R5-
The processor 1 receives data input from an external personal combiator 26 or the like via the terminal unit 24 such as 232-C.
It sends data to the public telephone line ML via the modem 7 and the network fIi 11 control unit 6 under the control of The information is given to the personal computer 26, etc. In addition, the intelligent modem function (■) is a command analysis function added to the above-mentioned through modem function.
This function complies with standards such as UST.

■The facsimile communication function is normal facsimile i,
Similar to IJ, this function transmits and receives images of originals, etc., and the reading of originals is performed by the illumination unit 10. Image sensor 11.
The A/D converter 12 performs processing such as data compression, etc., and the modem 7, l15fttlJi
l! An image signal is sent out through the first section 6 through the public phone port Mfi. Further, the received image signal is subjected to processing such as restoration by the processor 1 and then printed by the thermal head 17. Note that the document and the recording paper are fed by the motor 15. In addition, the video facsimile function (■) is a function that enables the transmission of photographs by expressing gradations, and the digitization of the A/D converter 12 is performed in multiple stages (
For example, gradation is expressed by using 64 levels). In addition, the video sensing function (■) is a function used when you want to collect an image of a document or photo as data rather than transmitting an image signal, and reads the document or photo with the image sensor 11 and converts it from A/D. The signal is converted into a digital signal in section 12 and used as appropriate. Also,■
The copy function is a function for copying an original or a photograph, and prints an image signal read by the image sensor 11 onto thermal recording paper using the thermal head I7.

■The notice board function is a function that is compatible with the message transmission service that uses data communication called BBS, and connects to the BBS center via public telephone line to register and send messages. conduct.

[Phase] Printer function is a function that can be used as a printer for general personal computers, etc.
The processor 1 receives data input from an external personal computer 26 or the like via the terminal unit 24 such as 232-C.
The image is applied to the thermal head 17 under the control of , and printing is performed.

The word processor function (2) is a function for creating documents, which needs no explanation, and the personal computer function (2) is a function for performing appropriate operations using a stored program method. Note that when using these functions, a full keyboard 23 is connected to the terminal section 22.

■What is the Videotex function? N-person PLPS, CEPT
It is a function to connect with the center via public telephone line and perform data communication, and the captain function (2) is also Videotex, but it is different in that it can play back the melody.

In addition, the e-mail function in ■ is a function to send messages using data communication, the terminal function in [Co., Ltd.] is a function that allows tabulation etc. as a work stage sign, and the home control 411 fm in ■ is a function to send messages at home. Remote control of equipment # (home automation run) and control of security equipment aa
(home security), @'s home management function is a function to manage information in the home,
■Data storage function is a function to electronically store various information, [phase] Exchanger function is a function to convert data, ■Confidential communication, ID function is communication with identity verification processing It is a function.

(Effects of the Invention) As described above, in the present invention, a computer section having a memory, a network control section and a modem that connect a public telephone line and the computer section, and a modem connected to the public telephone line. A telephone circuit and a handset, an image sensor and A/D conversion section that reads an image and creates image data and provides it to the computer section, a printer section that prints two characters in the image under the control of the computer section, and each M@ operation keys for inputting operating instructions and data; a display section for displaying operating status; a socket for connecting an IC memory card to the path of the computer section; and a terminal section for connecting a full keyboard to the bus. , the path to the personal computer.

Since it is equipped with a terminal section to which devices such as an external memory can be connected, it is possible to provide a multifunctional and convenient terminal device at a low cost.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of the online composite terminal device of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is an example of the external appearance. 100... Terminal device body, L... Public telephone line, 1
...Processor, 2...Bus, 3, 4 ・Memory, 5...Battery, 6...Network part, 7
...Modem, 8...Telephone circuit, 9...Handset, 10...flpq section, 11...Image sensor, 12...A/D conversion lfi section, 13...
...Interface, 14...Driver, 1
5...Motor, 16...Driver, 17
...Thermal head, 18...Display section, 19...Fi key, 20...Socket, 21...IC/Moly card, 22...
・・Terminal section, 23・・・・Full keyboard, 24・
...Terminal section, 25...External memory, 26
...Personal computer, 27...
・MIDI instrument, 28=・-CRT controller, 2
9...Monitor TV, 30...Videotex decoder, 31st...Adapter, 32...
... Home television, 33 ... Interface, 34 ... Barcode reader, 35 ...
・Interface, 36... Mouse, 37...
... Magnetic card reader, 38 ... Handset holder, 39 ... Thermal recording paper, 40 ...
・Document insertion table, 41...Document ejection port and 1 other person 2nd area

Claims (2)

[Claims] (1) A computer unit having a memory, a network control unit and a modem that connect a public telephone line and the computer unit, a telephone circuit and a handset connected to the public telephone line, and a computer unit that reads images and transmits image data. An image sensor and an A/D conversion section that are created and provided to the computer section; a printer section that prints images and characters under the control of the computer section; operation keys that give instructions for various operations and input data; A display section for displaying a display, a socket that allows an IC memory card to be connected to the bus of the computer section, a terminal section that allows a full keyboard to be connected to the bus, and a device such as a personal computer and external memory that is connected to the bus. An online composite terminal device characterized in that it is equipped with a terminal section that enables (2) The online composite terminal device according to claim 1, in which various functions can be selected by replacing an IC memory card in which a predetermined program is written.