JP4293173B2 - Communication terminal device - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a communication terminal device used by operating a key.

The facsimile apparatus can output a communication history that is information about communication. Among these, according to the transmission history, the transmission date and time, the destination number, the transmission result, etc. of each job can be known. In order to protect the privacy of each user, there is also a facsimile machine that uses a password to disclose a transmission history (see, for example, Patent Document 1).
JP 2000-36885 A

  The objective of this invention is providing the communication terminal device which can output the information useful for various investigations.

According to a first aspect of the communication terminal device of the present invention, a key, a storage unit that stores an operation history of the key, a temporary storage unit that temporarily stores a series of key operations after being reset, And a determination means for storing the series of key operations stored in the temporary storage means as the operation history in the storage means on condition of operation of the keys for the start of transmission .

According to a second aspect of the communication terminal device of the present invention, a key, storage means for storing the operation history of the key, temporary storage means for temporarily storing a series of key operations after being reset, And a determination unit that stores the operation of the series of keys stored in the temporary storage unit in the storage unit as the operation history on the condition that transmission is not established .

According to a third aspect of the communication terminal device of the present invention, a key, a storage unit that stores an operation history of the key, a temporary storage unit that temporarily stores a series of key operations after being reset, If the telephone number of the other party input by operating the key in the transmission operation is compared with the remote ID acquired from the communication terminal apparatus of the other party, and it is determined that there is a possibility of erroneous transmission, the temporary storage means And determining means for storing the series of key operations stored in the storage means as the operation history .

In the communication terminal device according to the present invention, the communication unit includes an output unit that outputs the operation history stored in the storage unit, and the output unit is configured to input the password that matches a pre-registered password. Can be output.

In the communication terminal device according to the present invention, the operation history may include a date and time when the key is operated .

  According to the communication terminal device of the present invention, it is possible to store a key operation history and output it. Therefore, when a problem occurs in communication (mistransmission, transmission failure, etc.), the manufacturer or user can identify the cause with reference to the key operation history. In addition, since the user can know what operation is performed by the key operation history, the manufacturer can use the key operation history for marketing. As described above, according to the communication terminal device of the present invention, it is possible to output a key operation history that is information useful for various investigations.

  Embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of a digital multifunction peripheral 1 according to the present embodiment. The digital multifunction device 1 has functions of a copy, a printer, a scanner, and a facsimile. With the facsimile function, the digital multi-function peripheral 1 can be used as a communication terminal device.

  The digital MFP 1 includes a control unit 3, an image reading unit 5, an image recording unit 7, a display unit 9, an operation unit 11, a modem 13, an NCU 15, a ROM 17, a RAM 19, an image memory 21, a codec 23, a LAN interface 25, and the like. Are connected by a bus 27. The control unit 3 is realized by, for example, a CPU, and controls the hardware configuring the digital multi-function peripheral 1 and executes software necessary for the operation of the digital multi-function peripheral 1.

  The image reading unit 5 reads a document (characters, drawings, photographs, etc.) with a CCD or the like and outputs it as image data. The image recording unit 7 is an electrophotographic printer or the like, and prints out image data output from the image reading unit 5 or image data from another facsimile apparatus received by facsimile communication.

  The display unit 9 displays the operation state of the digital multi-function peripheral 1, destination name, various setting contents, and the like. The display unit 9 is realized by an LCD, a CRT, or the like. The operation unit 11 includes keys (such as a numeric keypad, an abbreviated key, a one-touch key, a start key, a reset key, and various function keys) necessary for operating the digital multi-function peripheral.

  The modem 13 has a function of a fax modem for normal facsimile communication. The modem 13 is directly connected to the NCU 15. The NCU 15 has a function of sending a dial pulse corresponding to a telephone number of a communication partner and a function of detecting an incoming call in addition to the function of closing and opening the public telephone line L. The NCU 15 connects the modem 13 to the public telephone line L as necessary.

  The ROM 17 stores software necessary for the operation of the digital multi-function peripheral 1. The RAM 19 is realized by SRAM, DRAM, flash memory, or the like, and temporarily stores data generated when the software is executed.

  The image memory 21 is realized by a DRAM or the like, and temporarily stores image data to be transmitted, received image data, image data output from the image reading unit 5, and the like. The codec 23 encodes and compresses the image data and decodes the encoded and compressed image data. The LAN interface 25 is an interface through which the digital multi-function peripheral 1 is communicably connected to the LAN.

  The present embodiment is characterized in that when the digital multi-function peripheral 1 is used as a facsimile apparatus, a key operation history is stored and the operation history can be output. The key is the key provided in the operation unit 11. The RAM 19 includes a key operation history storage unit 19a. The image recording unit 7 and the display unit 9 include a function as a key operation history output unit. The control unit 3 also includes a function as a determination unit that determines whether or not to store the key operation history in the storage unit 19a.

  Next, of the operations of the digital multi-function peripheral 1 according to the present embodiment, storage and output of key operation histories will be described. FIG. 2 is a flowchart for explaining storage of the key operation history. FIG. 3 is a flowchart for explaining the output of the key operation history.

  As shown in FIG. 2, when the user operates the key of the operation unit 11 of the digital multifunction peripheral 1 (step S1), the key code of the operated key is temporarily stored in the RAM 19 (step S3). These are executed every time a key is operated. For example, when the “0” key is operated, this key code is stored, and when the “7” key is operated next, this key code is stored. The key code is a number assigned to each key so that the control unit 3 can identify each key provided in the operation unit 11.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the operated key is a start key (step S5). If it is not a start key, it is determined whether or not it is a reset key (step S7). If the operated key is not a reset key, the process returns to step S1. On the other hand, if the operated key is a reset key, the key code temporarily stored in the RAM 19 is erased, and the process returns to step S1.

  If the operated key is a start key in step S5, it is determined whether or not the transmission mode is set (step S11). In the transmission mode, the key code temporarily stored in the RAM 19 is stored in the storage means 19a as a key operation history (step S13). Then, the process is started (step S15). Here, the transmission process is started.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S11 that the transmission mode is not selected, the key code temporarily stored in the RAM 19 is deleted (step S17), and the process is started (step S15). For example, in the copy mode, copying is started.

  This completes the description of storing the key operation history. Next, the output of the key operation history will be described with reference to FIG. In outputting the key operation history, a password is used to protect the privacy of each user who uses the digital multi-function peripheral 1.

  In the digital multifunction device 1, a password necessary for outputting a key operation history is registered in advance. The key of the operation unit 11 is operated to input a password (step T1), and it is determined whether or not this matches a previously registered password (step T3). If they match, the key operation history stored in the storage means 19a is output (step T5). Specifically, the key operation history is printed out from the image recording unit 7 or displayed on the display unit 9. On the other hand, if the passwords do not match, the key operation history is not output.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, since a person who does not know the password cannot access the key operation history, the privacy of the user can be protected.

Here, an example of the output operation history of the key is shown below.
0,7,5,6,6,1,7,7,9,8, Image quality, High image quality, Start: 2005/10/01 19:21
Shortened, 1,9,9,0,7,5,6,6,1,7,7,9,8, concentration, →, start: 2005/10/01 21:05
Group, 0,1,0,7,5,6,6,1,7,7,9,8, Reading width, A4, Start: 2005/10/02 9:11
One-touch, 0,1, image quality, super high image quality, start: 2005/10/03 11:43
0,7,5,6,6,1,7,7,9,8, Image quality, Photo, Start: 2005/10/04 19:00

  For example, for the second job, “Short, 1,9,9,0,7,5,6,6,1,7,7,9,8, Density, →, Start: 2005/10/01 21:05 "" Means that the "shortening" key, the "1" key, the "9" key,..., The "density" key, the "→" key, and the start key are operated in order. “2005/10/01 21:05” means the date and time when the start key is operated (that is, the date and time). By referring to the date and time, it is possible to easily identify the job whose key operation history is to be confirmed. The second job broadcasts to shortened 199 and 075-661-7798.

  Since the key operation history is stored in the storage means 19a as a key code, it is difficult to understand if it is output as it is. For this reason, the key code is converted into a corresponding key name and output.

  When a problem (mistransmission, transmission failure, etc.) occurs in communication, the key operation history is important material for identifying the cause. That is, if the key operation is wrong, the cause of the problem is the key operation. If the key operation is not wrong, the cause of the problem is the equipment (exchanger, TA (terminal adapter), etc.) side.

  According to the present embodiment, when transmission is performed using the facsimile function of the digital multi-function peripheral 1 (that is, when the digital multi-function peripheral 1 is used as a communication terminal device), it is possible to output a key operation history. Thereby, when a problem occurs in communication, the manufacturer or user can identify the cause with reference to the key operation history.

  Keys include a numeric keypad (a key that is operated when dialing or entering a recipient name), an abbreviated key (a key that is operated when inputting an abbreviated number), and a one-touch key (when dialing a registered partner). ), A start key (a key that is operated when transmission is started), a reset key (a key that is operated when various settings are terminated / suspended), various function keys, and the like. The facsimile function of the digital multi-function peripheral 1 can be set in a wide variety of settings. Among these settings, the keys to be operated when using the desired settings are function keys, such as a menu key, a decision key, and a cursor key. is there.

  Among various settings, the user does not use or hardly uses a certain setting, and the user frequently uses a certain setting. According to the present embodiment, since the user's operation is understood from the key operation history, the usage frequency of each setting can be grasped. Therefore, the manufacturer can use the key operation history for marketing. Thereby, for example, settings that are not used by the user can be prevented from being installed in a digital multifunction peripheral to be developed next.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to output a key operation history, which is information useful for various investigations such as investigations when communication problems occur and marketing investigations.

  In the present embodiment, the control unit 3 includes a function as a determination unit that determines whether or not to store the key operation history in the storage unit 19a. Therefore, since what is stored as the key operation history can be narrowed down, the memory capacity of the storage means 19a can be reduced.

  As a condition for storing the key operation history in the storage unit 19a, as shown in steps S5 and S13 of FIG. 2, the operation of the start key, which is a key for starting transmission, is used. Therefore, unless the start key is operated, the key operation history is not stored. For example, when the reset key is operated because the key operation is wrong, it is unnecessary to store the key operation history. be able to.

  In order to further narrow down what is stored as the key operation history, in addition to the start key operation, (1) the key operation history can be stored in the storage means 19a on the condition that transmission is not established, and (2) the key It is also possible to store the key operation history in the storage means 19a by comparing the other party's telephone number input by operating and the remote ID registered in the other party's communication terminal device.

  First, the operation history of the key operation in (1) will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart for explaining this. Steps S11 and after are different from the flowchart shown in FIG. Steps different from the flowchart shown in FIG. 2 will be described.

  If it is determined in step S11 that the transmission mode is set, transmission processing is started (step S19). It is determined whether or not transmission is not established (step S21). When transmission is not established due to busy or an error, the key code temporarily stored in the RAM 19 is stored in the storage means 19a as a key operation history. (Step S23).

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S21 that transmission has been established, the key code temporarily stored in the RAM 19 is erased (step S25).

  As described above, according to (1), the key operation history is stored only when communication is not established among the cases where communication problems occur.

  Next, the storage of the key operation history in (2) will be described. In step S21 of FIG. 4, instead of “transmission failure”, “comparing the other party's telephone number input by operating the key in the transmission operation with the remote ID acquired from the other party's communication terminal device” is used. , (2) is a key operation history storage.

  The remote ID is the name of the facsimile machine that is sent to the other party as its own information when communicating between the facsimile machines, and often registers its own telephone number. The communication terminal device on the transmitting side is notified of the remote ID of the other party (the communication terminal device on the receiving side) by the called terminal identification signal (CSI).

  In many cases, the remote ID registers its own telephone number. Therefore, the telephone number of the other party (transmission destination) entered by operating the key in the transmission operation matches the remote ID of the other party's communication terminal device acquired by the facsimile communication procedure (specifically, the called terminal identification signal). Otherwise, there is a possibility of erroneous transmission. However, the remote ID setting method varies depending on the user. For example, some users set the area code by removing the first “0”, and some users set it without removing it. An extension number may be registered as a remote ID.

  Therefore, when the other party's telephone number entered by operating the key in the transmission operation is compared with the remote ID acquired from the other party's communication terminal device, for example, if the last four digits do not match, the possibility of erroneous transmission It is determined that there is a key operation history. As described above, according to (2), the key operation history is stored when it is suspected that the transmission has been made to the wrong partner.

  Note that it may be possible to freely set whether or not to store the key operation history. In this case, the key operation history storage process described with reference to FIGS. 2 and 4 is executed on condition that the key operation history storage is set to “ON”.

  In the present embodiment, the operation history is stored until the memory space of the key operation history storage unit 19a is full, and when it is full, the old operation history is automatically deleted and the new operation history is stored. Yes. As a modification, even if the memory space of the storage unit 19a is not full, the old operation history may be automatically deleted when the number of stored operation histories reaches the upper limit.

  The upper limit is, for example, the number of cases stored in the communication history as a communication management record. In this case, the operation history for the transmission job stored as the communication history is stored. In another modification, the operation history may be automatically deleted after a designated date and time has passed.

  In the present embodiment, after the operation history is printed out, the operation history can be arbitrarily deleted.

  Up to this point, the description has been made from the aspect of the facsimile function of the digital multi-function peripheral 1, but the digital multi-function peripheral 1 is an electronic device having a copy, a printer, a scanner, and a fuck simile function and operating keys.

  Therefore, when a failure (for example, a paper jam) occurs in the digital multi-function peripheral 1, the manufacturer or user can identify the cause with reference to the key operation history. In addition, since the user can know what operation is performed by the key operation history, the manufacturer can use the key operation history for marketing. As described above, according to the electronic apparatus according to the present embodiment, it is possible to output a key operation history that is information useful for various investigations.

  Note that the present invention can also be applied to an electronic device in which the electronic device itself does not include a key, and an operation unit including the key is an external electronic device (for example, a desktop personal computer). Further, even if the electronic device itself does not include a printer or a display screen, the present invention can be applied as long as it includes an I / O port that can output a key operation history.

1 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of a digital multifunction peripheral according to an embodiment. 4 is a flowchart for explaining an example of storing a key operation history among the operations of the digital multifunction peripheral according to the present embodiment. It is a flowchart explaining the output of the key operation history among the operations of the digital multi-function peripheral according to the present embodiment. 10 is a flowchart for explaining another example of the key operation history storage among the operations of the digital multifunction peripheral according to the present embodiment.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Digital multifunction device, 3 ... Control part, 5 ... Image reading part, 7 ... Image recording part, 9 ... Display part, 11 ... Operation part, 13 ... Modem 15 ... NCU, 17 ... ROM, 19 ... RAM, 19a ... Key operation history storage means, 21 ... Image memory, 23 ... Codec, 25 ... LAN interface 27 ... Bus, L ... Public telephone line

Claims (5)

Key,
Storage means for storing an operation history of the key;
Temporary storage means for temporarily storing a series of key operations after being reset;
And a determination means for storing the series of key operations stored in the temporary storage means as the operation history in the storage means on the condition that the key is operated for transmission start. Terminal device. Key,
Storage means for storing an operation history of the key;
Temporary storage means for temporarily storing a series of key operations after being reset;
A communication terminal apparatus comprising: a determination unit that stores the operation of the series of keys stored in the temporary storage unit in the storage unit as the operation history on the condition that transmission is not established . Key,
Storage means for storing an operation history of the key;
Temporary storage means for temporarily storing a series of key operations after being reset;
If the telephone number of the other party input by operating the key in the transmission operation is compared with the remote ID acquired from the communication terminal apparatus of the other party, and it is determined that there is a possibility of erroneous transmission, the temporary storage means And a determination unit that stores the operation of the series of keys stored in the storage unit as the operation history . Output means for outputting the operation history stored in the storage means;
The communication terminal device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the output unit outputs the operation history on condition that a password that matches a password registered in advance is input. The communication terminal device according to claim 1, wherein the operation history includes a date and time when the key is operated.

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