Payment device and self-service settlement device

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides payment equipment and self-service settlement equipment. The payment device is used for being installed on a host of the self-service settlement device. The payment device comprises a housing, an NFC identification module and a guide board. The shell is used for being fixed to a host, and the NFC recognition module is located in a space defined by the shell and used for being close to electronic equipment to complete electronic payment. And the guide board is fixed with the shell and provides payment mode guidance. The payment equipment comprises the NFC identification module which is used for approaching the electronic equipment to complete electronic payment, and the electronic equipment can perform electronic payment when approaching the NFC identification module, so that compared with code scanning and face scanning, the payment efficiency is improved, the shopping experience of consumers is improved, the number of transactions of merchants is increased, and the user experience is improved. The turnover of merchants is improved; the arrangement of the guide board can guide the consumer how to use the NFC function, is more humanized, and can also improve the payment efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of electronic payment technology, and in particular to a payment device and a self-service settlement device. Background Art

[0002] As an advanced commercial settlement device or system, self-service checkout equipment has the advantages of automation, high efficiency, accuracy, and security, and is widely used in various fields. For example, the self-service checkout equipment in major supermarkets not only saves labor costs, but also improves payment efficiency and increases the number of transactions for merchants. However, the current self-service checkout equipment can only pay by scanning the face or code. Since the operation of scanning the code or face is cumbersome, it affects the payment efficiency, which not only affects the shopping experience of consumers, but also is not conducive to the increase of the number of transactions for merchants. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present application provides a payment device and a self-service settlement device that can improve payment efficiency.

[0004] The embodiment of the present application provides a payment device for installation on a host of a self-service settlement device, the payment device comprising a housing, an NFC identification module and a guide card. The housing is used to be fixed to the host, the NFC identification module is located in a space surrounded by the housing, so as to be close to the electronic device to complete electronic payment, the guide card is fixed to the housing, and the guide card provides payment method guidance.

[0005] Furthermore, the thickness of the guide plate is smaller than the thickness of the shell, and the guide plate is made of acrylic.

[0006] Furthermore, the guide sign is provided with texts guiding payment, and a lighting lamp is provided inside the guide sign to illuminate the texts.

[0007] Furthermore, the guide sign includes a fixing portion and a text area, the fixing portion is fixed to the shell, the text area is provided with the text, and the text area and the fixing portion are respectively located at two opposite ends of the guide sign.

[0008] Furthermore, after the payment device is fixed on the host, the text area is located below the shell.

[0009] Furthermore, the projection of the housing on the plane where the guide sign is located is the same as the shape of the text area.

[0010] Furthermore, the payment device includes an indicator light located in the space surrounded by the shell, the indicator light is in a ring shape and emits light surrounding the NFC identification module.

[0011] Furthermore, the payment device includes a speaker located in the space surrounded by the shell, and the shell is provided with a sound outlet hole for allowing the sound emitted by the speaker to pass through.

[0012] An embodiment of the present application provides a self-service settlement device, including a host and the above-mentioned payment device, wherein the payment device is fixed to the host.

[0013] Furthermore, the self-service settlement device includes a bracket fixed to the host, and the payment device is fixed to the bracket.

[0014] The payment device of the implementation mode of the present application includes an NFC recognition module, which is used to complete electronic payment by bringing the electronic device into proximity with the NFC recognition module. Electronic payment can be made when the electronic device is brought into proximity with the NFC recognition module, which improves payment efficiency compared to scanning codes and scanning faces, and not only improves consumers' shopping experience, but also increases the number of transactions for merchants and increases merchants' turnover. The setting of the guide sign can guide consumers on how to use the NFC function, which is more user-friendly and can also improve payment efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing a self-service checkout device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application;

[0016] Figure 2 Shows Figure 1 A three-dimensional diagram of a payment device of the self-service checkout device shown;

[0017] Figure 3 Shows Figure 2 an exploded view of the payment device shown;

[0018] Figure 4 Shows Figure 2 A top view of a payment device is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] Here, the technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of the present application will be described clearly and completely in conjunction with 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.

[0020] If there are terms involving directional indications or positional relationships in the embodiments of the present application (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationship, movement, etc. between the components under a certain specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings); if the specific posture changes, the directional indication or positional relationship will also change accordingly. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. involved in the embodiments of the present application are only used for the purpose of convenience of description and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0021] 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.

[0022] Self-service checkout equipment refers to equipment or systems that can automatically complete the settlement of commercial activities. Its basic principle is to use advanced computer technology and database management system to collect, process and analyze information on commercial activities, automatically calculate the settlement amount, and automatically transfer funds to complete the settlement process. Self-service checkout equipment is widely used in various commercial activities, such as shopping settlement, expense reimbursement, rental settlement, salary settlement, tax collection, etc. In the fields of e-commerce, logistics, finance, etc., self-service checkout equipment has become an indispensable and important tool.

[0023] Ginseng Figures 1 to 4 The self-service checkout device 100 of the embodiment of the present application includes a host 1 and a payment device 3 fixed to the host 1. The payment device 3 is coupled to the host 1 through a connecting line (not shown), and the device 3 is powered by the host 1; the connecting line can also transmit signals, and the payment device 3 does not require an additional power supply, and has a simple structure; at the same time, there is no need to assemble a battery, which not only saves costs, but also reduces the weight of the payment device 3.

[0024] The host 1 includes a housing 11 and a display screen 12 fixed to the housing 11. The payment device 3 is fixed to the housing 11. The display screen 2 is used to display advertising marketing and / or a list of purchased goods and / or the amount to be paid for the goods and / or a payment method guide and / or a payment result, etc.

[0025] The payment method guidance can attract consumers to use the NFC function for electronic payment, or guide consumers on how to use the NFC function for electronic payment, which is more humane and can also improve payment efficiency.

[0026] In some implementations, the payment method guidance displayed on the display screen 2 includes pictures, texts, animations, etc.

[0027] In some embodiments, the display screen 2 displays the payment result, so that consumers can understand the payment result more intuitively, thereby improving their shopping experience.

[0028] In some implementations, the payment device 3 is indirectly fixed to the host 1 , the self-service checkout device 100 includes a bracket 4 fixed to the host 1 , and the payment device 3 is fixed to the bracket 4 .

[0029] In some embodiments, the bracket 4 and the housing 11 are detachable to facilitate assembly and disassembly of the bracket 4. Optionally, the bracket 4 may also be fixed to the housing 11 and cannot be detached.

[0030] The payment device 3 can be applied to the host 1 of the existing self-service settlement device 100 to enable it to have NFC function, without the need to redevelop the host 1, thus saving costs.

[0031] In some embodiments, the payment device 3 is directly fixed to the host 1, for example, it can be fixed to the housing 11 by bonding, screws, or snaps, etc. This application does not limit the fixing method of the payment device 3 and the host 1.

[0032] The payment device 3 includes a guide card 30, a shell 31 and an NFC identification module 32. The shell 31 is used to be fixed to the host 1, and the NFC identification module 32 is located in the space surrounded by the shell 31, so as to be close to the electronic device to complete the electronic payment. The guide card 30 is fixed to the shell 31, and the guide card 30 provides payment method guidance, which can guide consumers on how to use the NFC function, which is more humane and can also improve payment efficiency.

[0033] The NFC identification module 32 is used to be close to an electronic device to complete electronic payment and / or identity verification. Compared with code scanning and face scanning, it improves payment efficiency, which not only improves consumers' shopping experience, but also increases the number of transactions for merchants and increases merchants' turnover.

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

[0035] In some embodiments, the thickness of the guide sign 30 is less than the thickness of the housing 31 , and the guide sign 30 is made of acrylic, which improves the aesthetics of the payment device 3 .

[0036] In some embodiments, the guide sign 30 is provided with texts (not shown) guiding payment, and the guide sign 30 is provided with a light (not shown) to illuminate the texts to facilitate consumers to notice the texts.

[0037] In some implementations, the text may be, for example, "Unlock your phone and tap to pay".

[0038] In some embodiments, the guide sign 30 includes a fixing portion 301 and a text area 302 , the fixing portion 301 is fixed to the shell 31 , the text area 302 is provided with the text, and the text area 302 and the fixing portion 301 are respectively located at opposite ends of the guide sign 30 .

[0039] In some embodiments, after the payment device 3 is fixed on the host 1 , the text area 302 is located below the housing 31 so that consumers can see the text.

[0040] In some implementations, the projection of the housing 31 on the plane where the guide sign 30 is located is the same shape as the text area 302 , thereby improving the aesthetics of the payment device 3 .

[0041] The payment device 3 includes a mainboard 33 , which is located in the space enclosed by the housing 31 and connected to the host 1 via a connecting line to provide power and signal transmission.

[0042] In some embodiments, the shell 31 is cylindrical as a whole, with a smooth surface without edges and corners to prevent scratches. The present application does not limit the shape of the shell 31.

[0043] In some embodiments, the payment device 3 includes an indicator light 34 located in the space surrounded by the housing 31 , the indicator light 34 is coupled to the mainboard 33 , and the indicator light 34 is in a ring shape and emits light surrounding the NFC identification module 32 .

[0044] In some embodiments, the housing 31 includes a first housing 311 and a second housing 312 fixed to the first housing 311. The NFC identification module 32, the mainboard 33 and the indicator light 34 are located in a space surrounded by the first housing 311 and the second housing 312. The second housing 312 is provided with a light-transmitting portion 3120, which is arranged around the NFC identification module 32 to provide light guidance, which can attract the attention of consumers and is conducive to the promotion and application of NFC functions.

[0045] In some embodiments, when the payment device 3 is in different states, the indicator light 34 can provide different guidance through different lighting forms. For example, in the normal standby state, the indicator light 34 can flash to attract the consumer's attention; when guiding payment, the indicator light 34 can guide the consumer to make electronic payment by changing colors and using a marquee; when the payment is successful or failed, different colors can be used to display the payment result in the form of light. This application does not limit the form of the light.

[0046] In some implementations, the NFC identification module 32 is fixed to the second housing 312 .

[0047] In some embodiments, the second housing 312 protrudes from the first housing 311 .

[0048] In some embodiments, a guide text (not shown) is provided on the second housing 312 to guide payment methods, for example, the guide text is an NFC logo.

[0049] In some embodiments, the guide text is light-transmissive, allowing the light emitted by the indicator light 34 to pass through. When the indicator light 34 guides payment, the guide text is lit.

[0050] In some embodiments, the guide text and the light-transmitting portion 3120 may be transparent to light emitted by the same indicator light 34 , or may be transparent to light emitted by different indicator lights 34 .

[0051] In some embodiments, the payment device 3 includes a speaker 35 located in the space surrounded by the housing 31 , the speaker 35 is coupled to the mainboard 33 , and a sound hole 3111 is provided on the housing 31 for the sound emitted by the speaker 35 to pass through.

[0052] In some embodiments, the speaker 35 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 payment efficiency.

[0053] In some embodiments, the sound outlet holes 3111 are arranged in a plurality of groups, and the plurality of groups of sound outlet holes 3111 are arranged along a circumferential direction of the housing 31 .

[0054] The sound outlet hole 3111 is directed toward the outside of the housing 31 along the radial direction of the housing 31 to improve the sound quality.

[0055] In some embodiments, the sound outlet hole 3111 is disposed in a circumferential direction of the first housing 311 .

[0056] In some embodiments, the housing 31 is provided with a wire hole (not shown) for the connecting wire to pass through, and the housing 31 includes a bottom wall (not shown) and a protrusion (not shown) extending from the bottom wall, and the protrusion can be used for the connecting wire to be wound.

[0057] In some embodiments, the payment device 3 includes a back cover 36 detachably connected to the housing 31 , the protrusion is located in a space enclosed by the back cover 36 and the housing 31 , and the back cover 36 is provided with a wire outlet hole (not shown) for the connection wire to pass through.

[0058] In some embodiments, the first housing 311 is provided with a plurality of operating keys (not shown) for operating the payment device 3 , and the back cover 36 shields the plurality of operating keys to prevent accidental touches or arbitrary operation.

[0059] In some embodiments, the back cover 36 and the first shell 311 can be fixed by snapping or by screws, and the present application does not limit the fixing method of the back cover 36 and the first shell 311.

[0060] In some embodiments, the control keys may include a power key, a volume adjustment key, etc. Before the payment device 3 is fixed to the host 1 , the payment device 3 is first debugged by the control keys, and then the back cover 36 is assembled.

[0061] It should be noted that the technical solutions or technical features described in the above embodiments can be combined or supplemented with each other without causing conflicts. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the drawings; all modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included in the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A payment device, used to be installed on a host of a self-service settlement device, characterized in that: The payment device comprises: A housing, used for fixing to the host; An NFC identification module is located in the space enclosed by the housing and is used to be close to the electronic device to complete electronic payment; A guide card is fixed to the housing, and the guide card provides payment method guidance.

2. The payment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thickness of the guide plate is smaller than the thickness of the shell, and the guide plate is made of acrylic.

3. The payment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide sign is provided with words for guiding payment, and a lighting lamp is provided inside the guide sign to illuminate the words.

4. The payment device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The guide sign comprises a fixing portion and a text area, wherein the fixing portion is fixed to the shell, the text area is provided with the characters, and the text area and the fixing portion are respectively located at two opposite ends of the guide sign.

5. The payment device according to claim 4, characterized in that: After the payment device is fixed on the host, the copy area is located below the shell.

6. The payment device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The projection of the housing on the plane where the guide sign is located is the same as the shape of the text area.

7. The payment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The payment device includes an indicator light located in the space surrounded by the shell, the indicator light is in a ring shape and emits light surrounding the NFC identification module.

8. The payment device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The payment device includes a speaker located in the space surrounded by the shell, and the shell is provided with a sound outlet hole for the sound emitted by the speaker to pass through.

9. A self-service settlement device, characterized in that: The invention comprises a host and a payment device as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the payment device is fixed to the host.

10. The self-service settlement device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The self-service settlement device comprises a bracket fixed to the host, and the payment device is fixed to the bracket.

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