Collection device

By using projection devices and NFC modules in offline payment devices, payment method guidance and payment results are provided, which solves the problem of low payment efficiency in the prior art and achieves a more efficient payment experience.

CN222213459UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-20ALIPAY (HANGZHOU) INFORMATION TECH CO LTD
View PDF 0 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202420831442.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-04-19
Publication Date
2024-12-20
Estimated Expiration
2034-04-19

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing QR code displayer cannot effectively attract consumers' attention in offline payment, which affects payment efficiency. Consumers need to ask the merchant whether they support electronic payment and payment code location.

Method used

A collection device is designed, including a base, a projection device and an NFC module. The projection device projects the payment method guidance, the amount to be paid and the payment result on the curtain wall, and combines indicator lights and speakers to improve payment efficiency and experience.

Benefits of technology

Through the combination of projection devices and NFC modules, payment paths are shortened, payment efficiency is improved, merchants are liberated, and payment experience is improved by attracting consumers' attention.

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN222213459U_ABST
    Figure CN222213459U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides collection equipment. The collection equipment comprises a base, a projection device, an NFC module and a curtain wall. And the projection device is fixed on the base. The NFC module is located in a space defined by the base and used for being close to electronic equipment to conduct electronic payment. The curtain wall is located on the side of the base, and the projection device can project on the curtain wall. Compared with a code scanning payment link, the NFC module can shorten the payment path of the C end, improve the payment efficiency and improve the payment experience. Projection is performed on the curtain wall through the projection device, the attention of consumers can be attracted, payment mode guidance can be provided, merchants are liberated, and the payment efficiency is further improved.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of offline payment, and in particular to a payment collection device. Background Art

[0002] The application of electronic payment by mobile phone is becoming more and more widespread. At present, the most widely used payment method is code scanning. Merchants use QR code display to show payment code to users, and users use terminals to scan the payment code to make payment. Although the existing QR code display is placed in a conspicuous position, it does not attract consumers' attention because it does not have the function of attracting consumers. Consumers often need to ask merchants whether electronic payment is possible and the location of the payment code, which affects payment efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present application provides a payment collection device that can improve payment efficiency.

[0004] The present application embodiment provides a payment collection device, including:

[0005] Base;

[0006] A projection device, fixed on the base;

[0007] An NFC module is located in the space enclosed by the base, and is used to be close to the electronic device for electronic payment;

[0008] The curtain wall is located on the side of the base, and the projection device can project on the curtain wall.

[0009] Furthermore, the projection content of the projection device includes: payment method guidance; and / or,

[0010] Amount to be paid; and / or,

[0011] Payment results.

[0012] Furthermore, the base is arc-shaped, including a first end and a second end opposite to each other, the curtain wall is arc-shaped, and its height gradually decreases from the first end to the second end along the circumferential direction of the base, and the distance from the projection device to the first end is smaller than the distance to the second end.

[0013] Furthermore, the cash collection device includes a shell, the shell includes a fixing part, the curtain wall is connected to the fixing part, and the base is located in a space surrounded by the fixing part.

[0014] Furthermore, the curtain wall and the fixing part are integrally arranged, and the curtain wall and the fixing part are transparent frosted parts.

[0015] Furthermore, the base includes a top plate, and the top plate is in a curved surface shape that first rises and then falls from the second end to the first end.

[0016] Furthermore, the cash collection device includes an indicator light located below the top plate, and the top plate is light-transmissive so that the light emitted by the indicator light can pass through.

[0017] Furthermore, the curtain wall is light-transmissive so that the light emitted by the indicator light can pass through.

[0018] Furthermore, a guide mark is provided on the top plate to guide payment methods.

[0019] Furthermore, the payment collection device includes a speaker, and the speaker is located in the space enclosed by the base.

[0020] The payment device of the implementation mode of the present application includes an NFC module, which can shorten the C-end payment path, improve payment efficiency and enhance payment experience compared to the QR code scanning payment link; projecting on the curtain wall through a projection device can attract consumers' attention, provide payment method guidance, liberate merchants, and further improve payment efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing a payment collection device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0022] Figure 2 Shows Figure 1 A front view of the cash register device is shown;

[0023] Figure 3 Shows Figure 1 a rear view of the payment collection device shown;

[0024] Figure 4 Shows Figure 1 A top view of a cash register device is shown;

[0025] Figure 5 Shows Figure 1 A side view of a payment collection device is shown;

[0026] Figure 6 Shows Figure 1 A bottom view of the payment collection device is shown;

[0027] Figure 7 Shows Figure 1 Exploded view of the cash register device shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. When the following description refers to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with the present application. Instead, they are merely examples of devices and methods consistent with some aspects of the present application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0029] The user information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.) and data (including but not limited to data used for analysis, stored data, displayed data, etc.) involved in this application are all information and data authorized by the user or fully authorized by all parties, and the collection, use and processing of relevant data must comply with the relevant laws, regulations and standards of relevant countries and regions, and provide corresponding operation entrances for users to choose to authorize or refuse.

[0030] The terms used in this application are for the purpose of describing specific embodiments only and are not intended to limit this application. The singular forms of "a", "said" and "the" used in this application and the appended claims are also intended to include plural forms unless the context clearly indicates other meanings. It should also be understood that the term "and / or" used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more associated listed items.

[0031] It should be understood that although the terms first, second, third, etc. may be used in the present application to describe various information, these information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish the same type of information from each other. For example, without departing from the scope of the present application, the first information may also be referred to as the second information, and similarly, the second information may also be referred to as the first information. Depending on the context, the word "if" as used herein may be interpreted as "at the time of" or "when" or "in response to determining".

[0032] See also Figures 1 to 7 The payment device 100 of the embodiment of the present application includes: a base 1, a projection device 2, an NFC module 3 and a curtain wall 41. The projection device 2 is fixed on the base 1. The NFC module 3 is located in the space enclosed by the base 1, so as to be close to the electronic device for electronic payment. Compared with scanning code payment, payment is more convenient and the payment efficiency is improved. The curtain wall 41 is located on the side of the base 1, and the projection device 2 can project on the curtain wall 41. By projecting on the curtain wall 41 by the projection device 2, it can attract the attention of consumers, provide payment method guidance, liberate merchants, and further improve payment efficiency; compared with the screen, the projection device 2 reduces the volume of the payment device 100, reduces the occupation of the merchant's countertop space, and also reduces costs.

[0033] In some embodiments, when the payment device 100 is in use, the curtain wall 41 is located above and behind the base 1 to facilitate consumers to watch the projection content on the curtain wall 41 and to facilitate electronic devices to approach the base 1 for electronic payment.

[0034] The electronic device includes but is not limited to a mobile phone or a tablet.

[0035] The projection device 2 may be a camera, for example, a projection camera.

[0036] In some embodiments, the projection content of the projection device 2 includes: payment method guidance, which can guide consumers to make electronic payments quickly to improve payment efficiency; and / or, the amount to be paid; and / or, the payment result, such as: successful payment, etc. Consumers do not need to consult merchants about the amount to be paid and whether the payment is completed, which not only liberates merchants and improves payment efficiency, but also improves consumers' experience.

[0037] The projection content of the projection device 2 may also include advertisements, etc., to improve advertising and marketing capabilities.

[0038] The payment method guidance includes pictures, texts, animations, etc., such as: "Unlock the phone, screen facing up", etc.

[0039] In some embodiments, the base 1 is arc-shaped, including a first end 11 and a second end 12 opposite to each other. The curtain wall 41 is arc-shaped, and its height gradually decreases from the first end 11 to the second end 12 along the circumferential direction of the base 1. The curtain wall 41 forms a semi-enclosed shape, which can visually guide consumers to put the electronic device into the space enclosed by the curtain wall 41 and the base 1, that is, within the recognition area of ​​the NFC module 3; the distance from the projection device 2 to the first end 11 is smaller than the distance to the second end 12, so that the projection device 2 can project on the curtain wall 41, and the electronic device can be prevented from blocking the projection device 2.

[0040] The base 1 includes a top plate 13, and the top plate 13 is in a curved surface shape that first rises and then falls from the second end 12 to the first end 11. The curved surface where the top plate 13 is located forms a certain angle with the curtain wall 41, so that the projection device 2 can be projected on the curtain wall 41; at the same time, the top plate 13 provides a comfortable and friendly reverse slope area, and consumers can naturally place electronic devices in the identification area of ​​the NFC module 3, and experience a more friendly and comfortable use.

[0041] In some embodiments, the payment device 100 includes an indicator light 5 located below the top plate 13, and the top plate 13 is light-transmissive so that the light emitted by the indicator light 5 can pass through to provide light guidance, which can attract the attention of consumers and improve payment efficiency.

[0042] In some embodiments, when the payment device 100 is in different states, the indicator light 5 can provide different guidance through different lighting forms. For example, in the normal standby state, the indicator light 5 can be a blue gradient breathing light to attract the consumer's attention; when the payment is successful or failed, it can be displayed in different colors to inform the payment result in the form of light. This application does not limit the lighting form.

[0043] In some embodiments, the light emitted by the indicator light 5 covers the top plate 13 , including covering the entire top plate 13 or most of the top plate 13 .

[0044] The top plate 13 is provided with a guide mark (not shown) to guide the payment method, and the guide mark includes pictures and / or texts and / or symbols, etc. For example, the guide mark is an NFC mark or "stick and pay".

[0045] The cash register device 100 includes a housing 4 , the housing 4 includes a fixing portion 42 , the curtain wall 41 is connected to the fixing portion 42 , and the base 1 is located in a space surrounded by the fixing portion 42 , so as to facilitate the fixing between the curtain wall 41 and the base 1 .

[0046] In some embodiments, the curtain wall 41 is translucent, so that the light emitted by the indicator light 5 can be transmitted. The light emitted by the indicator light 5 can also be seen from the side and rear of the payment device 100, which is convenient for merchants to know the payment results through the light, which is more user-friendly.

[0047] In some embodiments, the curtain wall 41 and the fixing part 42 are integrally provided, and the curtain wall 41 and the fixing part 42 are transparent frosted parts, and the base 1 can be seen through the fixing part 42. Optionally, the curtain wall 41 and the fixing part 42 can also be separately provided and fixed together.

[0048] See also Figure 7 The cash register device 100 includes a speaker 6, and the speaker 6 is located in the space surrounded by the base 1. The speaker 6 can broadcast advertising information or payment method guidance or the amount to be paid or payment completion, etc., which is more convenient to use, and can attract consumers and improve cash register efficiency.

[0049] The base 1 is provided with a sound outlet 151 for the sound emitted by the speaker 6 to pass through.

[0050] See also Figure 5 to Figure 6 The base 1 includes a supporting portion 15 to support the table, and the sound outlet 151 is located at the bottom of the supporting portion 15, so that the appearance of the cash register device 100 has no holes and is neater.

[0051] In some embodiments, the sound outlet hole 151 is formed in a ring shape to enhance the sound effect.

[0052] In some embodiments, the NFC module 3 is fixed on the top plate 13 .

[0053] See also Figure 7 The cash collection device 100 includes a mainboard 7 and a battery 8 located in a space surrounded by the base 1. The projection device 2, the NFC module 3, the indicator light 5, the speaker 6 and the battery 8 are coupled to the mainboard 7.

[0054] In some embodiments, the base 1 includes a bottom shell 14, the top plate 13 and the support portion 15 are fixed to the bottom shell 14, and the top plate 13 and the support portion 15 are located at the upper and lower sides of the bottom shell 14. The bottom shell 14 is fixed to the fixing portion 42. The NFC module 3, the indicator light 5, the speaker 6, the main board 7 and the battery 8 are located in a space enclosed by the top plate 13 and the bottom shell 14.

[0055] See also Figure 3 The payment device 100 includes a charging terminal 9, and the charging terminal 9 is coupled to the battery 8 to charge the battery 8. In some embodiments, the battery 8 can also be replaced. In some embodiments, the battery 8 may not be provided, and the payment device 100 is powered by an external power source.

[0056] Optionally, the charging terminal 9 may be Typc-C or the like.

[0057] During the use of the payment device 100, the "NFC guidance video" and the subsequent payment status display are projected and displayed, coupled with a gradient regional lighting effect, to ensure smooth overall use.

[0058] In some embodiments, before using the payment device 100: the user is attracted to use it through the gradual blue breathing light effect of the indicator light 5 and the guiding logo on the top plate 13, such as "Pay with one tap", and the projection display "Unlock the phone, screen facing up" is displayed.

[0059] When the payment device 100 is used: When the payment device 100 obtains the amount to be paid, the amount to be paid will be displayed on the curtain wall 41, and voice will be used to ask the user to pay by tapping. When the electronic device is close to the top plate 13 of the base 1, the electronic device pops up an NFC recognition notification, clicks the notification to open the payment page, enters the amount and completes the transaction.

[0060] In some implementations, the electronic device may not pop up the NFC recognition notification and directly jump to the payment page.

[0061] After payment: After the user completes the payment on the electronic device, the blue gradient light effect of the indicator light 5 will turn into a positive blue light effect, and the projection will display "Payment Successful" with a voice reminder; if the payment fails, the blue gradient light effect will turn into a red light effect to inform the user.

[0062] This application does not limit the color and lighting effect of the indicator light 5, nor does it limit the specific content of the projection.

[0063] Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate other embodiments of the present application after considering the specification and practicing the inventions disclosed herein. The present application is intended to cover any variations, uses or adaptations of the present application, which follow the general principles of the present application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art that are not disclosed in the present application. The specification and implementation are intended to be exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of the present application are indicated by the following claims.

[0064] Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate other embodiments of the present application after considering the specification and practicing the inventions disclosed herein. The present application is intended to cover any variations, uses or adaptations of the present application, which follow the general principles of the present application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art that are not disclosed in the present application. The specification and implementation are intended to be exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of the present application are indicated by the following claims.

[0065] It should also be noted that the terms "comprises", "includes" or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device including a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device. In the absence of further restrictions, an element defined by the sentence "comprises a ..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or device including the element.

[0066] The above description is only a preferred implementation mode of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present application shall be included in the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. A payment collection device, characterized in that: include: Base; A projection device, fixed on the base; An NFC module is located in the space enclosed by the base, and is used to be close to the electronic device for electronic payment; The curtain wall is located on the side of the base, and the projection device can project on the curtain wall.

2. The payment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The projection content of the projection device includes: payment method guidance; and / or, Amount to be paid; and / or, Payment results.

3. The payment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base is arc-shaped and includes a first end and a second end opposite to each other. The curtain wall is arc-shaped and its height gradually decreases from the first end to the second end along the circumferential direction of the base. The distance from the projection device to the first end is smaller than the distance to the second end.

4. The cash collection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cash collection device comprises a shell, the shell comprises a fixing part, the curtain wall is connected to the fixing part, and the base is located in a space surrounded by the fixing part.

5. The cash collection device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The curtain wall and the fixing part are integrally arranged, and the curtain wall and the fixing part are transparent frosted parts.

6. The cash collection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The base includes a top plate, and the top plate is in a curved surface shape that first rises and then falls from the second end to the first end.

7. The payment collection device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The cash collection device comprises an indicator light located below the top plate, and the top plate is light-transmissive so that the light emitted by the indicator light can be transmitted.

8. The payment collection device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The curtain wall is light-transmissive so as to allow the light emitted by the indicator light to pass through.

9. The payment collection device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The top plate is provided with a guiding mark to guide the payment method.

10. The payment collection device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that: The cash collection device comprises a speaker, and the speaker is located in the space enclosed by the base.