JPS5837590B2 - Electronic cash register function mode specification method - Google Patents

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a function mode designation method for electronic cash registers (hereinafter referred to as ECR), and in particular, a system for specifying the function modes that can be used depending on the selection setting position of a selection setting means such as a key cylinder switch. This invention relates to an ECR function mode designation method that allows the functions that can be used in the mode selected depending on the setting position of the key cylinder to be variably set in the ECH defined in the above.

As is well known, the ECR includes numeric keys, department keys, and various function keys, and various function modes can be achieved by operating a combination of the numeric keys and function keys.

By the way, in the conventional ECR, among the various function operation modes, there are a function operation mode that can be operated by operator operation, and a function operation mode that cannot be operated by the operator and can only be operated by a specific administrator. It is stipulated that the key used by the administrator is different from the key used by the administrator.

Then, the key held by the person operating the ECR is inserted into the key cylinder for function mode selection and selected and set to the desired function mode position, but the key held by the operator does not allow operation in the operating mode of a specific function. Selective town locations were restricted so that it was not possible to do so.

For example, the operator key is used to execute the registration processing mode, date setting mode, operator code setting mode, and cashier report (a report that prints out ECR registration data but does not clear the printed data). You can select the corresponding mode position with the key cylinder.

On the other hand, the administrator key has the same modes as the operator key, as well as special preset modes such as departmental preset mode and Z payment report (after printing out the ECR registered data). You can select which report to clear the memory of.

As described above, in conventional ECRs, the switching position of the key cylinder for selecting the function mode is fixed for each operating mode, so if the model is the same, the operating mode for each switching position is the same.

By the way, depending on the user, the function mode selected by the selected position of the key cylinder can be set to vary depending on the store or even depending on the floor of the sales floor even in the same store, and the function mode that can be operated depending on the selected position of the key cylinder There is a demand for an ECR that can be operated only by specific operators who know the

In addition, if the function mode that can be operated for each selected position of the key cylinder can be variably set by software processing when the ECR circuit parts are assembled and shipped from the factory, it would be possible to variably set the function mode that can be operated depending on the selected position of the key cylinder, even if the user's specifications are different and diverse. It will be possible to mass produce and improve productivity.

Therefore, the present invention provides a function mode designation method for an electronic cash register in which a desired function mode can be variably set according to a plurality of selection setting positions of a selection setting means for specifying a desired function mode among a plurality of types of function modes. The purpose is to provide

Hereinafter, specific embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram schematically showing an embodiment of the present invention.

In the figure, the ECR to which the present invention is applied includes an arithmetic processing unit (hereinafter referred to as CPU) 10 having an arithmetic processing function, a display 11, a printer 12, and a keyboard (described in detail in FIG. 2 below) 20. , read-only memory (hereinafter referred to as ROM) 30, and random access memory (RA).
M) consists of 40.

This ROM 30 includes a mode code table 31, which is an example of a first table, in which mode codes determined by selected positions of key cylinders, which will be described later, are preset and registered, and a function sequence table 32, which stores sequence programs for each function. .

The RAM 40 includes first and second numeric registers 41 and 42 (NR1 and NR2 in the figure) that store numeric information entered using numerical keys included in the keyboard 20, and a first
and the first and second ones that count the number of digits of the second numeric information.
number digit counters 43, 44 (NCI, NC2 in the illustration)
) and a function operation mode table 45 which is an example of a second table in which mode codes determined by selection setting positions are set and registered for each type of function.

FIG. 2 is a detailed illustration of the keyboard 20.

In the figure, the keyboard 20 includes numeric keys 21 for inputting numeric information, multiplication keys a and 21a, a clear key 2IC for instructing to clear the numeric information input with the numeric keys 21, a plurality of department keys 22, and selection settings. A key cylinder 23, which is an example of means, and function keys including a subtotal key 24, a check key 25, a cash key 26, a report key 27, a date key 28, etc. are arranged on the operation panel.

Further, in relation to the keyboard 20, a secret switch 29 is provided at a position not exposed on the operation panel, which is operated when presetting a function mode.

The key cylinder 23 has a plurality of selection positions, and RE
A desired type of function is performed in each mode: G mode, X1 mode, X2 mode, Z mode, P1 mode, and P2 mode.

In the following explanation, ECR hibernation is selected in the OFF position, normal registration processing is selected in REC mode, cash report and date setting are selected in X1 mode, and X2
Select Catsha code report in mode, select settlement report in Z mode, select catsha code preset and department/unit price preset in P1 mode,
It is assumed that the department type Priseroto is selected in the 2 mode.

Note that although the illustration shows a case where a key cylinder is used as the selection setting means, the present invention is not limited to this, and other switches capable of switching a plurality of selection positions (for example, a slide switch capable of selecting a plurality of positions) may also be used. It's okay.

the multiplication key 21a1, the subtotal key 24, the check key 25,
The cash key 26, report key 27, and date key 28 are
This represents the function in the normal registration mode, and when registering the setting of the fan cushion operation mode, it has a different function and is also used as a setting input means.

In addition, in order to simplify the configuration, the illustration shows a case in which the function key used for normal registration processing is also used as the setting input means for setting and inputting the function operation mode, but this is not limited to this. It goes without saying that an operation mode setting key may be provided.

FIG. 3 is a diagram schematically showing the mode code setting state of the mode code table 31.

For example, mode code table (first table) 31
The code representing the normal registration processing mode (R mode) is "01", the code representing the X1 mode is "02", the code representing the X2 mode is "03", and the code representing the Z mode is "01". 04'', the code representing P1 mode is ``05'', and the code representing P2 mode is ``06''.
Register the settings in advance.

FIG. 4 is a diagram schematically showing the storage area of the function operation mode table 45, in particular, a shows its general state, and b shows a specific example in which key position codes are set for each type of function. .

In the figure, the function operation mode table (second table) 45 includes a storage area 451 for setting and registering the operation mode of the first function, a storage area 452 for setting and registering the operation mode of the second function,
. . . includes a plurality of storage areas 45n for setting and registering the operation mode of the n-th function.

The type of each of these functions is determined to correspond to a storage area, and a mode-specific code corresponding to the first table is variably set in each storage area.

For example, when setting and registering the operation mode type of the first function as department/unit price preset and allowing that mode to be operated in P1 mode of the key cylinder 23, the mode code "05" is stored in the storage area 451. let

Further, the type of operation mode of the second function is set to a department type preset, and the mode is set to the key cylinder 23.
To register the settings so that it can be operated in P2 mode,
The mode code “06” is stored in the storage area 452.

When setting and registering the operation mode of the third function to be a cashier report and allowing the mode to be operated in the X1 mode, the mode code "02" is stored in the storage area 453.

If you want to register the operation mode of the fourth function as a report by catsha code and to be able to operate that mode in P1 mode, use the mode code Jo 5.
J is stored in the storage area 454.

Furthermore, if the operation mode of the fifth function is set to date setting and the mode is registered so that it can be operated in the X1 mode, the mode code lo2J is stored in the storage area 455.

In addition to the above example, mode codes for various operation modes are appropriately set and registered in other storage areas, but their explanation will be omitted.

FIG. 5 is a diagram schematically showing an example of the operation of the keyboard 20 when setting and registering a mode code corresponding to the type of operation mode of the function number example in the function operation mode table 45.

In particular, in the illustration, the mode code "05" is stored in the storage area 451.
” and register the mode code “02” in the storage area 455.
” is shown below.

FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing an operation for operating and variably setting a desired function operation mode for each key cylinder position according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Next, specific operations of the embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 6.

For example, as an example of the operation, a case will be described assuming that a mode code as shown in FIG. 4b is set and registered.

First, press the key cylinder 2 to set the department, unit price preset mode.
A case will be described in which settings are registered so that operation can be performed in the P1 mode of 3.

The administrator turns on the secret switch 29,
Thereafter, the number "1" on the numerical key 21 is pressed to specify the storage area 451 of the second table 45.

According to this key input, the CPU 10 determines that any of the numeric keys 21 has been pressed, stores the currently input numeric information 1 in the first number register 41, and then turns the secret switch on. Return to the determination operation.

Next, the administrator presses the multiplication key 21a to input that the previously input number is the function number.

In response, the CPU 10 determines that the secret switch is on and that the key that has just been pressed is not a numeric key but the multiplication key 21a, and sets the first number register 41.
After determining the location of the second table 45 (i.e. storage area 451) from the number 1 stored in
The contents of the number register 41 are cleared and the process returns to the above-mentioned initial state.

Thereafter, the administrator operates the numerical keys 21 again to input the two-digit mode code "05".

This mode code "05" is stored in the first numeral register 41 in the same manner as in the previous case.

Next, the administrator presses a function key (for example, the subtotal key 24) indicating that the numerical information "05" just entered specifies the mode code.

In response, the CPU 10 determines that the secret switch 29 is on, that the key just pressed is not a numeric key, not a multiplication key, but the subtotal key 24, and displays the previously specified second table 45. Location (storage area 45
1), the mode code lo 5J stored in the number register 41 is set and stored.

In this way, the mode code "05" is set and registered in the storage area 451 that stores the first function operation mode.

Thereafter, in the same manner, the administrator inputs a one-digit number using the numerical keys 21 and presses the multiplication key 21a to designate the function operation mode number, and then operates the numerical keys 21 to enter the two-digit mode code. By inputting and pressing the subtotal key 24, the mode code corresponding to the position of the key cylinder 23 to be switched to achieve the previously designated function operation mode number is set and registered.

Next, as described above, a case will be described in which a key cylinder position (that is, a mode code) for each function operation mode whose variable settings are registered is selected to achieve the operation mode of the corresponding function.

FIG. 7 is a diagram schematically showing the program contents of the function sequence table 32 when performing operations according to the function operation mode using the present invention.

In the figure, the first to fifth functions in the row direction
Each function operation mode is represented by a function.

For example, the first function's operating mode indicates the department unit price preset, the second function's operating mode indicates the department type preset, the third function's operating mode indicates the cashier report, and the fourth function's operating mode indicates the department type preset. The operating mode indicates catsha code presetting, and the fifth function operating mode indicates date setting.

As a program for registering each operation mode, the first column indicates the number of digits of the first number, and the second column indicates the type of key to be pressed after the first number has been entered. The third column shows the number of digits of the second numeric information, and the fourth column shows the number of digits of the second numeric information.
Indicates the type of key to be pressed after completing the number digit.

Specifically, when increasing the department unit price in the department unit price preset, first operate the numeric key 21 and press 2.
After inputting the numerical position information of the digit and pressing the multiplication key 21a to input the department code, next operate the numerical position key 21 to select 3.
Inputting digit numerical information and pressing the subtotal key 24 indicates that the unit price for the department is to be set and registered.

Further, the department type preset is a mode for setting and inputting a desired four-digit alphabet representing the type for each department code when printing the department code and the department code 0 type in, for example, a four-letter alphabet.

In the case of this department type preset, after inputting 2-digit numerical information and pressing the multiplication key 21a to specify the department code, it is specified that one letter of the alphabet must be input using 2-digit numbers. This indicates that an 8-digit number should be entered to set a 4-letter alphabet representing the type of department in question.

Further, in the case of a cash report, inputting a one-digit number and pressing the report key 27 indicates that settings are registered.

In the case of a catsha code preset, inputting a one-digit number and pressing the multiplication key 21a, then inputting a four-digit number and pressing the date key 28 indicates that the setting is registered.

In the case of date setting, the setting is registered by manually inputting a four-digit number and pressing the date key 28.

FIG. 8 is an illustrative diagram showing an example of operation for performing a function operation mode using the present invention.

In particular, the illustration shows a case a for department unit price presets and a case b for department type presets.

FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the operation of each function sequence based on the program stored in the function sequence table of FIG. 7 when the operation is performed according to the operation example of FIG. 8.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 1 to 9, when performing various function modes, check whether the mode code based on the selected setting position of the key cylinder is the mode code for each function operation mode that has been set and registered in advance. The operation when allowing or rejecting the function operation mode will be explained below.

For example, when presetting the department unit price, first set the mode code based on the selected position of the key cylinder 23 to "05".
That is, since the setting is registered to operate in the PL mode, the position of the key cylinder 23 is switched to the P1 position.

After that, operate the numeric key 21 to enter the two-digit department code "0".
1".

In response, the CPU 10 determines that the currently pressed key is one of the numeric keys 21, and the one-digit number (0
) is stored in the second digit register 42 and the count value of the second digit digit counter 44 is set to 1, and then returns to the key manual power waiting mode and when the second digit number (1) is input. As a result, the second digit register 42 stores the numerical value "01" and the second digit digit counter 44 counts the numerical value 2, thereby storing that two-digit numerical information has been input.

Subsequently, the multiplication key 21a is pressed. Accordingly, C
The PU 10 reads the manually entered code and determines that the key just operated is not the numeric key 21 but the multiplication key 21a, and then inputs the two-digit number stored in the second number register 42 (i.e. The department code roIJ) is transferred to the first digit register 41 and stored therein, and the number of digits counted by the second digit digit counter 44 is transferred to the first digit counter 43 and stored. After that, the contents of the second digit register 42 and the second digit counter 44 are cleared.

Next, after inputting three-digit numerical information by operating the numerical keys 21, the subtotal key 24 is pressed.

When this 3-digit numerical information is input, the CPU 10 stores the input 3-digit numerical information in the second digit register 42 and sets the count value of the second digit counter 44 to 3. After that, it is determined that the subtotal key 24 has been pressed.

Thereafter, the CPU determines that it is the first function operation mode (that is, department unit price preset mode) based on a program that is registered in advance in the function sequence table 32.

After reading the mode code "05" registered in the second table 45 corresponding to the operation mode of the first function, the mode code of the position selected and set by the key cylinder 23 is read, After that, the mode code "05" corresponding to the department unit price preset that has just been preset registered and the selection position P1 of the key cylinder 23
It is determined whether or not the mode codes based on .

At this time, if the mode code corresponding to the function mode read from the function sequence table 32 and the mode code corresponding to the position set on the key cylinder 23 do not match, the set position of the key cylinder 23 is incorrect. This is determined and an error is displayed.

With this, in order to set and register the department unit price preset mode, the selection setting position of the key cylinder corresponding to the department unit price preset mode must be set in advance at the position P.
Only those who know that it is 1 can operate it.

On the other hand, in the case of departmental type preset mode, Fig. 8b
As shown in the operation example, a department code is set by inputting 2-digit numerical information and pressing the multiplication key 21a, and then inputting an 8-digit number with the numerical key 21 to enter the alphabet representing the type of department. and press the cash key 26.

At this time, when inputting the department type as an alphabet using 8-digit numbers as the department type, specify that 2 of the 8 digits specify one letter of the alphabet, and specify the type using 4 alphabets. Assume that you enter the alphabet that represents the item.

Therefore, to explain the case of department type preset mode, first enter the department code (for example r02J
), the CPU 10 stores the input two-digit number in the digit register 42 and stores it in the digit counter 44.
The count value of is set to 2.

Next, when the multiplication key 21a is pressed, the CPUIO transfers the two-digit number stored in the digit register 42, that is, the department code "02", to the digit register 41 and stores it, and the digit counter 44 counts it. The number of digits (2 digits) of the department code being displayed is transferred to the digit counter 43 and counted.

Thereafter, the CPU 10 clears the digit register 42 and digit counter 44.

Next, when an eight-digit number representing the type of department "02" is input, the CPU 10 stores the eight-digit number in the number register 42 and sets the count value of the number-of-digits counter 44 to eight.

After that, when the cash key 26 is pressed, a 2-digit number is input as the first number of digits from the table 32, and after the multiplication key 21a is pressed, an 8-digit number is input and the cash key 26 is pressed. Based on the fact that is pressed, it is determined that the department type preset mode corresponding to function number 2 is selected.

Then, the CPU 10 reads out the mode code Jo6J corresponding to the departmental type preset mode of the operation that is about to be preset, based on the contents registered in the table 45 as shown in FIG. Reads the mode code based on the selected position, determines whether or not both mode codes match, and if they match, allows the department type preset operation processing, and if they do not match, determines that it is an error. do.

In this way, it is determined whether the mode code for each type of operation mode registered as shown in FIG. 6 above matches the mode code based on the selected position of the key cylinder selected at that time. Since it is possible to determine whether or not the currently set and registered operation mode is available, it is possible to prohibit operation by anyone other than the operator who knows the mode code for each type of operation mode that is variably set as shown in Figure 6 above. be.

As described above, according to the present invention, operable modes can be variably registered in advance for each selection setting position of the selection setting means for selecting the operation mode of the ECR, so that a user's own mode selection position can be set and registered. Furthermore, when producing the ECR, the operation mode for each selected position of the selection setting means can be variably set to an operation mode that meets the user's request, making it suitable for mass production.

Further, according to the ECH to which the present invention is applied, since the operational mode to be used differs depending on the selected position of the selection setting means,
It also has the advantage of preventing operations by operators who do not know about it.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram schematically showing an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a detailed illustration of the keyboard 20. FIG. 3 is a diagram schematically showing the setting registration state of the first table. FIG. 4 is a diagram schematically showing the setting state of the second table. FIG. 5 is a diagram schematically showing an example of operation for explaining the operation of an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a flowchart for explaining the operation of one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a diagram schematically showing the program contents of the function sequence table 32 when the present invention is used to perform operations according to the function operation mode. FIG. 8 is an illustrative view showing an example of operation for performing the function operation mode using the present invention. FIG. 9 shows a flowchart for performing the function operation mode using the present invention. In the figure, 10 is a CPU, 11 is a display, 12
is a printer, 20 is a keyboard, and 30 is a ROM. 31 is a mode code table (first table), 32 is a function sequence table, 40 is a RAM 141
, 42 are number registers, 43 and 44 are number digit counters, and 45 is a function operation mode table (second table).

Claims (1)

[Scope of Claims] 1. An electronic cash register including at least a mode selection means for specifying a mode for executing a desired function according to a selection setting position thereof, comprising: a first table in which codes for each mode are set and registered in advance; a second table in which a storage area is provided for each type of function in which a code for each mode registered in the first table can be variably set; A setting input means for setting and registering another code is provided, and an executable mode of the function is variably set by setting and registering the code in a storage area of the second table based on the operation of the setting input means. Function mode specification method for electronic cash registers. 2. The electronic cash register further includes numeric keys and a plurality of function keys for performing normal registration processing, and the setting input means is characterized in that the numeric keys and the plurality of function keys are used in common. A function mode designation method for an electronic cash register according to claim 1.