JPS6324386A - Ticket vending machine having information transmitting function, information transmitting/displaying method and command apparatus therefor - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a conventionally known destination-based ticket vending machine installed at stations and the like.

More specifically, compared to conventional equipment that only functions as a ticket sales function, it consists of a slot for inserting coins and other currency, push buttons for different fares, and slots for taking out tickets and change.
The blank space other than the operation part on the surface of the main body of the device is configured into a surface part that makes it possible to variably provide a variety of different information, and the ticket vending machine has an information transmission display function and a ticket vending function. The present invention also provides a command device that can selectively display multifunctional information using this information transmission and display function.

Prior Art Conventionally, many ticket vending machines have been used at train, bus, and airport stations, and at stations where many passengers get on and off, there are not only a few but dozens of vending machines installed side by side. This is the current situation where it is placed and used.

Conventionally, the configuration of this type of device was as shown in Figure 3 (the surface of the main body of the device is generally divided into upper and lower parts, and the upper surface is fitted with a translucent plastic plate that transmits light and is attached to the frame of the main body). The surface of the board is marked with destination information "
It is designed to be illuminated by a backlight with written text such as ``○○ line for short distance use'' and the device explanatory text ``Cards can also be used.''

- For example, the lower surface part has a coin slot, or a coin slot and a banknote slot such as a 1,000 yen bill, or a card slot on the upper right side, and a slot on the horizontal center. One or more fare-specific push buttons are provided on the line, and the lower left side is configured as an operating section with an outlet for taking out tickets and change.

Further, an operating section that operates in response to commands from the operating section is built into the main body.

For example, there is a device as shown in Japanese Patent Publication No. 56-44470, and its operation is described in the right column of page 1 of the specification as follows: counter and purchases selected with push buttons (
a second counter for counting and storing the equivalent amount of tickets), means for controlling the payout of purchases (tickets) selected by push buttons, and counting outputs of the first and second counters. The apparatus includes means for determining, and means for calculating the difference in response to the output of the coincidence determination and dispensing change.

Further, a control means is provided for activating only the selection push button corresponding to the amount less than the customer's input amount among the plurality of selection push buttons and disabling the other selection push buttons.

The control means is matrix-configured and connected between the selected purchase signal output from the plurality of selection pushbuttons and the second counter output. ...Furthermore, the amount of money for the item selected and designated by the selection pushbutton (for example, an illuminated pushbutton) is printed on the surface of the pushbutton. ” is explained.

In any case, if coins or bills are inserted and the inserted coins are correct and satisfactory, if you press the button for each fare within the input fare range, a kip with the relevant fare printed and the appropriate change will be added to the board. It was designed to be released into the ticket outlet.

Problems to be Solved by the Invention The present invention, as described above, is a conventional ticket vending machine that only performs the function of selling tickets, but the top surface of the machine body, which is not used, can be used to change various information. To provide a ticket vending machine with an information transmission display section that can provide information to customers, a system that can selectively provide various information to this information transmission display section, and for carrying out this system. The present invention provides a command device for the following.

Example The details of the invention will be explained below with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 shows a first embodiment of the present invention.

In the automatic ticket vending machine R1 of the present invention, the operation part A (insertion slot 2 for coins and cards, push button 39 for each fare, and exit opening 4 for ticket and change) that performs the ticket vending function is located on the surface of the main body of the device as before. Although it is formed on the lower surface portion 1b, the upper surface portion 1a of the main body 1 is formed as an information transmission display portion 6 to display different information contents continuously or discontinuously.

The main object of the present invention is related to this information transmission/display section 6, and the configuration of the operation section A may be the conventionally known configuration as described above, or the desired configuration may be obtained by appropriately changing the design. I will omit the details of the explanation since it is sufficient.

The configuration of the information transmission display section 6 differs depending on the method of providing information, so each configuration aspect will be explained below.

The information transmission display section 6 on the surface of the first embodiment device main body 1 is formed by a video display device such as a cathode ray tube or a liquid crystal screen for displaying moving images.

As shown in FIG.
. . . are connected to a control section G, which supervises the control sections G, and each control section G... is connected to and supervised by a central control section H.

Therefore, the control unit G... can appropriately control the image transmission from the central control unit H (although they are connected, they may be configured to have their own broadcasting function by interrupting the image transmission command from the central control unit H). .

This point will be explained using the block diagram of FIG.

The control unit G connected to the central control unit H has a control computer having a data communication function, and the control computer connects the following devices under its control via a control communication path. ing.

(11 In the video switch which is an image signal switching device - (2
) Image memory (3) system? ! 1 A video disc device (4) that can selectively reproduce any image using an external signal via the device A video tape recorder (5) via the control device
) Each video display device of the ticket vending machine (6) In order to perform the functions of image creation and wI collection ■ Operation console ■ Fixed disk ■ Floppy disk ■ Peripheral devices such as printers (7) Communication control J device Each channel of the video switcher is connected to the data transmission path, and the image memory connected to the 11'4n computer via the 11 control J communication path is connected to the video signal converter (2) for control. Control 2i via n device and control communication path
Video disk (3) system connected to computer? n device and control? Video tape recorder (4) connected to the control computer via the 21 communication path; Image transmission path (5) connected to each video display device of the ticket vending machine; Connected to door H.

In this way, each video display device 6 receives the channel selection signal output from the control computer from the control communication path connected to the control computer, and is a video switcher that performs a channel switching function. It is connected to a signal switching device, and each has 8 independent display sections! It is now possible to do so.

Further, the video switcher has channels 1 to n, and, for example, n-4 video display devices 6 are connected to channels 5 to n.

In this case, channel 1 is connected to an image memory that can be read and written by the control computer via a video signal converter,
Furthermore, the image memory is connected to a control communication path and placed under the control of a control computer.

Channel 2 is connected to a video disc, and the video disc is further connected to a control communication path via a control device, and is placed under the control of a control 2i computer.

Channel 3 is connected to a video tape recorder, and the video tape recorder is also controlled? It is connected to a control computer via a 21 device and placed under the control of the control computer.

Channel 4 is directly connected to the image transmission path.

Furthermore, the control computer is a terminal (control computer),
It is connected to these peripheral devices via a communication path for control in order to rationally manage and produce various information using means such as fixed disks and Freonbi disks.

In addition, between other control units G (between stations), the central control 21
It is connected to a data transmission line via a communication control device having a two-way data communication function between the central control unit H and the station (between the central control unit H and the station).

The configuration of the central control unit H is as shown in FIG.
There are no video display devices 6 connected to the video switcher, and the other configurations are substantially the same as the control section G.

Therefore, to explain the operating state of the present invention, by giving a selection signal to the video switcher from the control computer, each device (image memory, video disc device, video tape recorder, etc.) connected to the video switcher and the image From the transmission line, each video display device 6
It is possible to send images independently to...

For example, it is possible to automatically play back videos stored in a video disk in advance according to a schedule programmed into a control computer, and it is also possible to create images using the computer and its peripheral devices. mW, it can also be set to output this information via a primary storage device such as an image memory and a video signal conversion device.

Furthermore, it interrupts the control computer through the data transmission path, transmits moving images and stop images through the image transmission path,
This information can be displayed on a video display device or stored on a video tape recorder, image memory, etc., or vice versa.

Each of these functions is connected to the data transmission path, so they can be performed between the control computer of the central control unit (■) and the control computers of each station, or between the control computer and the control computers of other stations. .

Regarding the sales operation, as shown in Figure 2, when money is inserted, the currency reading section B reads whether it is genuine money and how much it is, and if it is not genuine money, it is returned. If you are satisfied, press button 3 within the input amount.
lights up, and the counter C counts and stores the amount equivalent to the selected ticket amount. Next, when the desired push button 3 is pressed, the counter calculates the difference between the input amount and the input amount. The change dispensing unit E instructs to print change, and the ticket issuing unit F instructs to print and issue tickets, and both are discharged from the change outlet 4.

The information transmission display operation and the sales operation are set as follows: There are cases where it is set.

In the latter case, where the sales operation and the information transmission/display operation are performed in conjunction with each other, the control computer selects the destination station data corresponding to the input amount as soon as the money is inserted, and the information transmission/display section 6 selects the destination station data corresponding to the input amount. The display of the destination station within the input amount range displayed on the information transmission display section 6 can be configured so that when the ticket and change are discharged from the change takeout port 4, the display of the destination station within the input amount range is erased.

From the above, the vending machine 1 and the control system of the present invention can display a desired dynamic or static image on the information transmission display section 6, so that when an accident occurs, for example, passengers at other stations can It is possible to quickly inform the public of the situation at the accident site, an explanation of the accident situation, an illustration of alternative transportation, etc.

In this case, if it is not necessary to broadcast the same information on all screens at all stations, the central control unit H or control unit
The control B command from section C can be used to limit the broadcast of the news to stations whose transportation will be affected by the occurrence of an accident, so stations that are not affected by the occurrence of an accident can be broadcast separately. It is also possible to broadcast information.

In addition, for a certain period of time, scenery such as famous places around the station can be shown with explanatory text, and images for advertising such as transportation tours and trips to famous places can be shown, and coin insertion and ticket sales operations can be performed. If the program is linked to display information along the line within the range of input fees, the destination will be clearly known for each input amount, which will be very convenient when purchasing tickets.

Second Embodiment As shown in FIG. 6, the information transmission display section 6 is formed on a projection screen surface 7, and a projection 'A' 7t7a capable of providing various information data is built in inside the screen surface. Configure it as a

In this case, compared to the first embodiment, the hour wheel configuration is cheaper and the manufacturing cost is lower, and the desired image can be displayed on the screen for a certain period of time, so if an accident occurs, the accident It is possible to notify the occurrence of such events.

Furthermore, scenery of famous places and the like may be shown together with explanatory text, and images for advertising such as transportation tours and trips to famous places may be shown.

Third aspect As shown in FIG. 5, the information transmission display section 6 is formed on a panel body 8 on which information content is printed, and the panel body is attached to upper and lower or left and right side frame portions 8a, 8a formed on the main body of the device. 8
It is configured so that it can be inserted and fitted freely and illuminated by a built-in light source.

In this case, it can be manufactured at a lower cost, and
Since a desired image can be displayed on the screen for a certain period of time, it is possible to broadcast images for various advertisements, such as announcements of accidents, introductions of scenery of famous places, transportation tours, trips to famous places, etc.

Fourth aspect The information transmission display section 6 is formed on a panel body 8 on which information content is printed, and is removably attached to the frame section 8a of the main body of the device using a suction device such as a suction cup or a magnet (not shown), and is built into the panel body 8. The light is irradiated by a light source.

In this case, especially for the purpose of preventing theft, it may be attached from the back side of the main body 1 instead of from the front side, or a single-opening transparent door may be provided on the front side and the cover may be attached inside the door.

Fifth aspect The information transmission/display section 6 has a structure in which a panel body 8 on which information content is printed is used as a sticker that can be attached freely, the back side of the sticker is attached to the front surface portion, and it is irradiated with a built-in light source. .

Note that the mi transmission display section 6 is not limited to the upper surface portion 1a of the main body 1, but can be installed at a desired position such as the center of the surface of the main body.

Effects of the Invention In the present invention, the space other than the operation section is configured as an information transmission display section that performs the function of transmitting various information, so when purchasing tickets, customers can receive various instructions, introductions to the surrounding area of the station, etc.
It is possible to carry out advertisements for various events, etc., and it is also possible to selectively make a variety of designs, and it is possible to display colors and scenery that match the environment of the station etc. It is now possible to perform effects together.

In particular, in the case where the information transmission display section is formed from a television screen, the images to be displayed are controlled by the central control section B or the control section, so it is difficult to provide the same information to each station or multiple stations at the same time. This makes it extremely easy to prevent confusion caused by accidents.

In other words, the vending machine of the present invention is capable of quickly providing ever-changing information, and can also limit the broadcast content to only relevant stations.

In addition, in cases where the information transmission display section is formed on the projection screen surface, a panel body with information printed thereon is attached in a freely insertable manner, or a sticker with information printed thereon is attached, conventional equipment Since it is possible to provide various types of information by utilizing , it has become possible to provide various types of information at fixed intervals at low cost.

Therefore, the present invention provides a useful ticket vending machine that not only sells tickets but also has an information transmission and display function.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a front view of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a block diagram in the case of FIG. 1, and FIG. 3 is an example of a conventionally known ticket vending machine.
FIG. 4 is an overall diagram of the central control section H, FIGS. 5 and 6 are diagrams of other embodiments of the present invention, FIG. 7 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the central control section I, and FIG. A block diagram showing the configuration of the control section G, and FIG. 9 is a structural diagram of the video switcher. ■... Main unit 2... Coin slot 9 Bill slot 3... Push button 4... Kip and change outlet 5... Plastic board 6... Information transmission display section
7. Projection screen 8. Panel body

Claims (1)

[Scope of Claims] (1) The surface of the ticket vending machine has an operation section including a coin slot for activating the ticket vending function, a push button for each fare, a ticket and change takeout port, etc. , an information transmitting display section using a video display device such as a cathode ray tube or a liquid crystal screen, and the inside of the vending machine includes an operating section that operates according to commands from the operating section, and the video display device is connected to the command device and A ticket vending machine having an information transmission function, characterized in that an information transmission display section is configured to display desired information based on a control command from the command device. (2) The surface of the ticket vending machine is equipped with an operation section consisting of a coin slot that activates the ticket vending function, a push button for each fare, a ticket and change outlet, etc., and a cathode ray tube or liquid crystal screen, etc. The inside of the vending machine has an operating section that operates according to commands from the operating section, the video display device is connected to a command device, and the command device is connected to each station. 1. A ticket vending machine having an information transmission function, comprising an installed control section and a central control section that supervises each control section. (3) forming an information transmission display section using a video display device on the surface of the ticket vending machine, the video display device being connected to a command device that controls the information to be displayed;
This command device is a vending machine consisting of a control unit installed at each station and a central control unit that supervises each control unit, and transmits information and displays information to all ticket vending machines at all stations based on image transmission commands from the central control unit. A method for transmitting and displaying information in a ticket vending machine in which different parts display the same image. (4) forming an information transmission display section using a video display device on the surface of the ticket vending machine, the video display device being connected to a command device that controls the information to be displayed;
This command device is a vending machine that consists of a control unit installed at each station and a central control unit that supervises each control unit.The command device is a vending machine that has a control unit installed at each station and a central control unit that supervises each control unit.All ticket vending machines are operated at multiple stations divided into blocks based on image transmission commands from the central control unit. An information transmission and display method in a ticket vending machine, in which the information transmission surface of the machine or a specific ticket vending machine displays the same image. (5) forming an information transmission display section using a video display device on the surface of the ticket vending machine, the video display device being connected to a command device that controls the information to be displayed;
The command device is a vending machine consisting of a control unit installed at each station and a central control unit that supervises each control unit. 1. The control unit has a control computer with a data communication function; 2. The computer is controlled by (1) a video switcher (2), which is an image signal switching device, via a control communication channel.
) Image memory (3) A video disk device that can select and reproduce any image using an external signal via the control device (4) A video tape recorder via the control device (5) Each video display device of the ticket vending machine ( 6) In order to perform image creation and editing functions, [1] operation console [2] fixed disk [3] floppy disk [4] peripheral devices such as printers (7) are connected to the data transmission path via communication control device, 2. Each channel of the video switcher is connected to (1) an image memory that is connected to a control computer via a control communication path, and (2) an image memory that is connected to a control computer via a video signal conversion device, and (2) a control device and a control computer via a control communication path. (3) A video tape recorder that is connected to the control computer via a control device and a control communication path (4) An image transmission path (5) Each video display device of the ticket vending machine What is claimed is: 1. An information transmission and command device for a ticket vending machine, characterized in that the device is connected to a central control section through a data transmission path and an image transmission path. (6) Images on already recorded video discs,
6. An information transmission and command device for a ticket vending machine according to claim 5, which automatically reproduces the information sequentially according to a schedule programmed in a control computer. (7) An information transmission and command device for a ticket vending machine according to claim 5, which performs image creation and editing functions using peripheral devices and outputs them via an adapter. (8) The central control unit interrupts the control computer through the data transmission path, transmits an image signal through the image transmission path, and displays or stores the image. Information transmission and command device for ticket vending machines. (9) Claim 5, wherein mutual communication between the central control unit and the control unit or between the control unit and the control unit is performed regarding image control information via two lines, an image transmission path and a data transmission path. Information transmission command device for ticket vending machines. (10) An information transmission display section using a video display device is formed on the surface of the ticket vending machine, and the video display device is connected to a command device that controls the information to be displayed, and the command device is installed at each station. In a vending machine consisting of a control unit and a central control unit that supervises each control unit, 1. The central control unit has a control computer with a data communication function, and 2. The control computer communicates via a control communication path. Under its control, (1) a video switcher (2) which is an image signal switching device;
) Image memory (3) Video disk device capable of selectively playing back arbitrary images using external signals via a control device (4) Video tape recorder via a control device (5) To perform image creation and editing functions [1 ] Operation console [2] Fixed disk [3] Floppy disk [4] Peripheral devices such as printers (6) Connected to the data transmission path via the communication control device, 2. Each channel of the video switcher has (1) (2) Control device that connects the image memory to the control computer via the control communication path to the control computer via the video signal conversion device (2) Control device and the video disk that connects the control computer to the control computer via the control communication path A vehicle characterized by: a video tape recorder (4) connected to a control computer via the device and a control communication path; connected to an image transmission path; and connected to a control unit by a data transmission path and an image transmission path. Information transmission command device for ticket vending machines. (11) The surface of the ticket vending machine has an operating section consisting of a coin slot that activates the ticket vending function, a push button for each fare, a ticket and change takeout port, etc., and an information projection screen surface. The vending machine is formed by a transmission display section, the inside of the vending machine has a built-in operating section that is activated by a command from the operating section, and an information projection device is installed inside the screen surface. A ticket vending machine with an information transmission and display function. (12) The surface of the ticket vending machine has an operating section consisting of a coin slot for activating the ticket vending function, a push button for each fare, a ticket and change outlet, etc., and a panel on which information is printed. 1. A ticket vending machine having an information transmission function, characterized in that it is formed by an information transmission display section that can be detachably attached to the body. (13) The ticket vending machine according to claim 12, wherein the panel body on which the information content is printed is fitably attached to the frame portions on both sides of the information transmission display portion. (14) The ticket vending machine according to claim 12, wherein the panel body on which the information content is printed is attachable to the information transmission display section using a suction device. (15) The ticket vending machine according to claim 12, wherein the panel body on which the information content is printed is a sticker attached to the information transmission display section.