Cash register device and cash register assembly

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides cashier equipment and a cashier assembly. The cashier device comprises a shell, an NFC module and a code scanning module. The housing defines an accommodating cavity, and the NFC module is located in the accommodating cavity. The NFC module is used for being close to the electronic equipment to carry out electronic payment or identity verification, and compared with code scanning and face scanning, the payment efficiency is improved, and the shopping experience of consumers is improved. The shell comprises a top cover, the top cover is provided with an NFC identification area corresponding to the NFC module, and the electronic equipment is close to the NFC identification area to carry out electronic payment. The code scanning module is fixed to the top cover and located in the NFC recognition area, the cash register is compact in structure, small in size and small in occupied space, and the use experience of merchants is improved.

Description

[0001] Related applications:

[0002] This application is a divisional application of the Chinese utility model with patent application number 202422299743.5, application date September 19, 2024, and invention name “Cash register equipment and cash register components”. Technical Field

[0003] The present application relates to the field of electronic payment technology, and in particular to a cash register device and a cash register component. Background Art

[0004] With the rapid development of internet technology, electronic transactions have become a part of people's lives. However, existing cash registers require merchants to use a handheld barcode scanner to scan the user's payment code or require users to point their mobile devices at the barcode scanning window of the cash register to complete the payment, which takes up merchants' time and reduces cash register efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] The present application provides a cash register device and a cash register component that can improve payment efficiency.

[0006] An embodiment of the present application provides a cash register device, including a shell, an NFC module and a code scanning module. The shell forms a receiving cavity, the NFC module is located in the receiving cavity, and the NFC module is used to be close to an electronic device for electronic payment or identity verification. The shell includes a top cover, and the top cover is provided with an NFC recognition area corresponding to the NFC module. The electronic device is close to the NFC recognition area to perform electronic payment. The code scanning module is fixed to the top cover and is located within the NFC recognition area.

[0007] Furthermore, the code scanning module is located in the center of the top cover.

[0008] Furthermore, the shell includes a first shell, the top cover is fixed to the first shell, the first shell is columnar, and the top cover is circular.

[0009] Furthermore, the cash register device includes a transparent cover fixed to the first shell and located above the top cover.

[0010] Furthermore, the cash register device includes a speaker, the speaker is located in the receiving cavity, and the first shell is provided with a sound outlet.

[0011] Furthermore, the cash register device includes an indicator light, which is in a ring shape and emits light surrounding the NFC module and the code scanning module. The shell is provided with a light-transmitting portion for the light emitted by the indicator light to pass through.

[0012] Furthermore, the cash register device includes a bracket, which includes a first connecting part, a second connecting part and a supporting part. The first connecting part is connected to the shell, one end of the second connecting part is rotatably connected to the first connecting part, and the other end of the second connecting part is connected to the supporting part. The supporting part is used to support on the table. When the shell and the bracket are clamped and fixed to the attachment, the cash register device and the attachment are clamped and fixed.

[0013] Furthermore, the first connecting portion is rotatably connected to the shell, the second connecting portion is rotatably connected to the supporting portion, the shell is provided with a first receiving groove, the bracket is foldable, and after the bracket is folded, at least a portion of the bracket is located in the first receiving groove.

[0014] Furthermore, the shell is provided with a second receiving groove, and after the bracket is folded, at least a portion of the first connecting portion is located in the second receiving groove.

[0015] Furthermore, the support portion is provided with a third receiving groove, and after the bracket is folded, at least a portion of the second connecting portion is located in the third receiving groove.

[0016] Furthermore, the shell is provided with a first groove, and the support portion is provided with a second groove. After the bracket is folded, the first groove and the second groove form a wire outlet hole for the connecting wire of the cash register device to pass through.

[0017] Furthermore, the cash register device includes an abutment member provided on the support portion. When the cash register device and the attachment are clamped and fixed, the abutment member contacts the attachment, and the softness of the abutment member is greater than the softness of the support portion.

[0018] Furthermore, the cash register device includes a first damping member to limit the rotational open position of the first connecting part relative to the shell; the cash register device includes a second damping member to limit the rotational open position of the second connecting part relative to the first connecting part; the cash register device includes a third damping member to limit the rotational open position of the second connecting part relative to the support part.

[0019] Furthermore, the cash register device includes a suction cup fixed to the support portion to be adsorbed and fixed to the table.

[0020] An embodiment of the present application provides a cash register assembly, including a POS terminal and the above-mentioned cash register device, wherein the POS terminal is electrically connected to the cash register device.

[0021] The cash register device of the embodiment of the present application includes an NFC module, which is used to be close to an electronic device to complete electronic payment or identity verification. Compared with scanning codes and scanning faces, it improves payment efficiency and enhances consumers' shopping experience; at the same time, the code scanning module is located in the NFC recognition area, and the cash register device has a compact structure, small size, and takes up little space, which improves the merchant's user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing a cash register device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0023] Figure 2 Shown Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the cash register device after the transparent cover is removed;

[0024] Figure 3 Shown Figure 1 an exploded view of the cash register equipment shown;

[0025] Figure 4 Shown Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the cash register device shown is placed on a countertop, wherein the bracket is in an open position;

[0026] Figure 5 Shown Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the cash register device from another perspective is shown;

[0027] Figure 6 Shown Figure 4 a side view of the cash register apparatus shown;

[0028] Figure 7 Shown Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the cash register device shown is placed on a countertop, wherein the stand is in a folded state;

[0029] Figure 8 Shown Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the cash register device from another perspective is shown;

[0030] Figure 9 Shown Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the cash register device and the attached device being clamped and fixed;

[0031] Figure 10 Shown Figure 9 The cash register device and the attachment are shown as a schematic diagram from another perspective when clamped and fixed, wherein only a part of the attachment is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] Here, the technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of the present application will be clearly and completely described 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.

[0033] If there are terms related to directional indications or positional relationships in the embodiments of this 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 in a 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" and "second" in the embodiments of this application are only used for the purpose of convenience of description and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0034] 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.

[0035] Ginseng Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 3 The present invention provides a cash register device 100, comprising a housing 1, an NFC module 2, and a barcode scanning module 3. The housing 1 defines a receiving cavity (not shown), within which the NFC module 2 and the barcode scanning module 3 are located. The NFC module 2 is used to facilitate electronic payment by bringing it into close proximity with an electronic device. Compared to barcode scanning and facial scanning, this improves payment efficiency and enhances the consumer's shopping experience.

[0036] In some embodiments, the NFC module 2 can also be used for identity verification.

[0037] The code scanning module 3 can identify payment codes to provide more payment methods, be more user-friendly, and enhance the consumer's experience; at the same time, the code scanning module 3 can also be used by merchants to scan the barcodes of goods to enter the goods.

[0038] The housing 1 is provided with an NFC identification area (not marked) corresponding to the NFC module 2. The electronic device is brought close to the NFC identification area for electronic payment. The code scanning module 3 is located within the NFC identification area. The cash register device 100 has a compact structure, a small size, and occupies little space, thereby improving the user experience of merchants.

[0039] The electronic device includes but is not limited to a mobile phone or a tablet.

[0040] In some embodiments, the housing 1 includes a first housing 13 and a top cover 14 connected to the first housing 13. The NFC module 2 is located below the top cover 14, and the electronic device is close to the top cover 14 for electronic payment. The projection of the code scanning module 3 on the top cover 14 is within the projection area of ​​the NFC module 2 on the top cover 14, and the code scanning module 3 is located in the center of the top cover 14.

[0041] The projection area includes a blank area to avoid the code scanning module 3.

[0042] The NFC module 2 is located below the top cover 14 , and the top cover 14 is protruding to attract consumers' attention, thereby improving payment efficiency.

[0043] In some embodiments, the NFC module 2 and the code scanning module 3 can be fixed on the top cover 14 .

[0044] In some embodiments, the first shell 13 is cylindrical, and the top cover 14 is circular. The appearance of the cash register device 100 is smooth and has no sharp edges, which is not only beautiful but also scratch-resistant.

[0045] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a transparent cover 15 fixed to the first shell 13 and located above the top cover 14 to protect the code scanning module 3 and block dust for easy cleaning.

[0046] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a speaker 4 , the speaker 4 is located in the receiving cavity, and the first shell 13 is provided with a sound outlet 131 .

[0047] In some embodiments, the speaker 4 can broadcast advertising information or payment method guidance or the amount to be paid or payment completion, etc., which is more convenient to use, can attract consumers and improve payment efficiency.

[0048] In some embodiments, the sound holes 131 are provided in a plurality of groups along the circumferential direction of the first shell 13 , and each group includes a plurality of the sound holes 131 to enhance the sound output effect.

[0049] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes control keys 10, including but not limited to a volume adjustment member, a power button, etc.

[0050] In some embodiments, the sound holes 131 are provided in two groups, and the control key 10 is located between the two groups of sound holes 131 .

[0051] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes an indicator light 5. The indicator light 5 is arranged in a ring and emits light surrounding the NFC module 2 and the barcode scanning module 3. The housing 1 is provided with a light-transmitting portion 141 for transmitting the light emitted by the indicator light 5. The indicator light 5 can provide light guidance to attract consumers' attention, which is conducive to the promotion and application of NFC functions.

[0052] In some embodiments, the indicator light 5 may be fixed on the top cover 14 .

[0053] In some embodiments, when the cash register 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 flash to attract the consumer's attention; when guiding payment, the indicator light 5 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 displayed to inform the payment result in the form of light. This application does not limit the form of the light.

[0054] In some embodiments, the top cover 14 is provided with a guide text (not shown) to guide the payment method, for example, the guide text is an NFC logo.

[0055] In some embodiments, the guide text is translucent, allowing the light emitted by the indicator light 5 to pass through. When the indicator light 5 guides payment, the guide text is illuminated.

[0056] The light-transmitting portion 141 is disposed on the top cover 14 .

[0057] The cash register device 100 includes a main board 61 , which is located in the receiving cavity. The indicator light 5 , the NFC module 2 , the speaker 4 , and the code scanning module 3 are coupled to the main board 61 .

[0058] Combine Figure 9 In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 can be electrically connected to a POS terminal and powered by the POS terminal, or it can have its own battery. The battery can be a rechargeable battery or a removable and replaceable battery.

[0059] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 is connected to a connecting cable (not shown), which is electrically connected to the main board 61. The connecting cable is provided with a first interface (not shown) for pluggable connection with a second interface (not shown) of the POS terminal.

[0060] In some implementations, the first interface is a USB interface to facilitate plug-and-play of the cash register device 100 .

[0061] Ginseng Figures 4 and 5 In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a bracket 7, which includes a first connecting portion 71, a second connecting portion 72, and a supporting portion 73. The first connecting portion 71 is connected to the housing 1, one end of the second connecting portion 72 is rotatably connected to the first connecting portion 71, and the other end of the second connecting portion 72 is connected to the supporting portion 73. Figures 6 and 7 The support portion 73 is used to support the table. The bracket 7 can be supported on the table when opened or folded to suit different application scenarios. Figures 9 and 10 When the housing 1 and the bracket 7 are clamped and fixed with the attachment 200 , the cash register device 100 and the attachment 200 are clamped and fixed.

[0062] In some embodiments, the first connecting portion 71 and the second connecting portion 72 are flat-plate-shaped. This application does not limit the shapes of the first connecting portion 71 and the second connecting portion 72 .

[0063] In some embodiments, the support portion 73 is circular, and the present application does not limit the shape of the support portion 73 .

[0064] The attachment 200 may be the POS terminal, or any supporting component that can fix the cash register device 100 .

[0065] The second connection portion 72 is rotatably connected to the first connection portion 71 to accommodate payloads 200 of different thicknesses, which is more user-friendly.

[0066] Ginseng Figure 4 、 Figure 5 、 Figure 6 、 Figure 7 and Figure 8 In some embodiments, the first connecting portion 71 is rotatably connected to the housing 1, and the second connecting portion 72 is rotatably connected to the support portion 73. The housing 1 is provided with a first receiving slot 16, and the bracket 7 is foldable. When folded, at least a portion of the bracket 7 is located within the first receiving slot 16. The bracket 7 can be opened or folded as needed, providing a more user-friendly design. When folded, the cash register device 100 can be reduced in size, making it easier to store and transport.

[0067] In some embodiments, the first connection portion 71 is axially connected to the housing 1 ; the second connection portion 72 is axially connected to the first connection portion 71 ; and the second connection portion 72 is axially connected to the support portion 73 .

[0068] In some embodiments, the bracket 7 includes a third connecting portion 74 , and the third connecting portion 74 is respectively connected to the first connecting portion 71 and the second connecting portion 72 .

[0069] In some embodiments, the third connection portion 74 is rotatably connected to the first connection portion 71 , and the third connection portion 74 is rotatably connected to the second connection portion 72 .

[0070] In some embodiments, the third connection portion 74 is axially connected to the first connection portion 71 , and the third connection portion 74 is axially connected to the second connection portion 72 .

[0071] Combine Figure 10 When the cash register device 100 is clamped and fixed with the attachment 200 , the housing 1 and the support portion 73 are respectively located on opposite sides of the attachment 200 , and the first connecting portion 71 and the second connecting portion 72 are located above the attachment 200 .

[0072] In some embodiments, the bracket 7 is detachably connected to the housing 1 , which can be used in more usage scenarios and is convenient for storage and transportation.

[0073] In some embodiments, the bracket 7 may include a plate-shaped fixing portion (not shown), which is detachably connected to the bottom of the shell 1. For example, it can be fixed by snapping, magnetism, adhesion, or screw locking to achieve the detachability of the bracket 7.

[0074] In some embodiments, the housing 1 is provided with a second receiving groove 17. After the bracket 7 is folded, at least part of the first connecting portion 71 is located in the second receiving groove 17, so as to further reduce the volume of the cash register device 100 after folding, and facilitate storage and transportation.

[0075] In some embodiments, the support portion 73 is provided with a third receiving groove 731. After the bracket 7 is folded, at least part of the second connecting portion 72 is located in the third receiving groove 731, so as to further reduce the volume of the cash register device 100 after folding, and facilitate storage and transportation.

[0076] In some embodiments, after the bracket 7 is folded, the supporting portion 73 , the second connecting portion 72 , and the first connecting portion 71 are stacked in sequence.

[0077] In some embodiments, the shell 1 is provided with a first groove 18, and the support portion 73 is provided with a second groove 732. After the bracket 7 is folded, the first groove 18 and the second groove 732 form a wire outlet hole 19 for the connecting wire (not shown) of the cash register device 100 to pass through.

[0078] In some embodiments, the control button 10 faces the merchant to facilitate the merchant's operation; the wire outlet hole 19 faces the merchant to facilitate cleanliness on the customer side.

[0079] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes an abutment 8 provided on the support portion 73. When the cash register device 100 is clamped and fixed with the attachment 200, the abutment 8 contacts the attachment 200. The softness of the abutment 8 is greater than the softness of the support portion 73 to protect the attachment 200.

[0080] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a first damping member (not shown) to limit the rotational open position of the first connecting portion 71 relative to the shell 1; the cash register device 100 includes a second damping member (not shown) to limit the rotational open position of the second connecting portion 72 relative to the first connecting portion 71; the cash register device 100 includes a third damping member (not shown) to limit the rotational open position of the second connecting portion 72 relative to the support portion 73.

[0081] In some embodiments, the first damping member, the second damping member, and the third damping member may be springs or damping rubbers.

[0082] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a suction cup 9 fixed to the support portion 73 to be fixed to the table surface by adsorption, thereby increasing the stability of the cash register device 100 and preventing the cash register device 100 from being damaged due to falling.

[0083] Ginseng Figures 9 and 10 The embodiment of the present application further provides a cash register assembly 300, comprising the POS terminal and the cash register device 100, wherein the POS terminal is electrically connected to the cash register device 100.

[0084] 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 conflict. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the accompanying drawings; all modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of this application shall be included in the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A cash register device, characterized in that: It includes a shell, an NFC module and a code scanning module. The shell forms a receiving cavity. The NFC module is located in the receiving cavity. The NFC module is used to be close to an electronic device for electronic payment or identity verification. The shell includes a top cover. The top cover is provided with an NFC recognition area corresponding to the NFC module. The electronic device is close to the NFC recognition area to perform electronic payment. The code scanning module is fixed to the top cover and is located within the NFC recognition area.

2. The cash register device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The code scanning module is located at the center of the top cover.

3. The cash register device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shell includes a first shell, the top cover is fixed to the first shell, the first shell is columnar, and the top cover is circular.

4. The cash register device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cash register device includes a transparent cover fixed to the first shell and located above the top cover.

5. The cash register device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cash register device includes a speaker, the speaker is located in the receiving cavity, and the first shell is provided with a sound outlet.

6. The cash register device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cash register device includes an indicator light, which is in a ring shape and emits light surrounding the NFC module and the code scanning module. The shell is provided with a light-transmitting portion for the light emitted by the indicator light to pass through.

7. The cash register device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The cash register device includes a bracket, which includes a first connecting part, a second connecting part and a supporting part. The first connecting part is connected to the shell, one end of the second connecting part is rotatably connected to the first connecting part, and the other end of the second connecting part is connected to the supporting part. The supporting part is used to support on the table. When the shell and the bracket are clamped and fixed to the attachment, the cash register device and the attachment are clamped and fixed.

8. The cash register device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first connecting portion is rotatably connected to the shell, the second connecting portion is rotatably connected to the supporting portion, the shell is provided with a first receiving groove, the bracket is foldable, and after the bracket is folded, at least a portion of the bracket is located in the first receiving groove.

9. The cash register device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The shell is provided with a second receiving groove. After the bracket is folded, at least a portion of the first connecting portion is located in the second receiving groove.

10. The cash register device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The support portion is provided with a third receiving groove. After the bracket is folded, at least a portion of the second connecting portion is located in the third receiving groove.

11. The cash register device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The shell is provided with a first groove, and the support portion is provided with a second groove. After the bracket is folded, the first groove and the second groove form a wire outlet hole for the connecting wire of the cash register device to pass through.

12. The cash register device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The cash register device includes an abutment member provided on the support portion. When the cash register device and the attachment are clamped and fixed, the abutment member contacts the attachment. The softness of the abutment member is greater than the softness of the support portion.

13. The cash register device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The cash register device includes a first damping member to limit the rotational open position of the first connection part relative to the shell; the cash register device includes a second damping member to limit the rotational open position of the second connection part relative to the first connection part; the cash register device includes a third damping member to limit the rotational open position of the second connection part relative to the support part.

14. The cash register device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The cash register device includes a suction cup fixed to the support portion so as to be fixed to the table by adsorption.

15. A cash register assembly, characterized in that: The cash register comprises a POS terminal and the cash register device according to any one of claims 1 to 14, wherein the POS terminal is electrically connected to the cash register device.

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