Cash register

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides cashier equipment. The cashier equipment comprises a shell and an NFC module. The shell encloses an accommodating space and comprises a transparent part, a brand slogan is arranged on the transparent part, and the brand slogan is transmitted through the transparent part, so that the brand mental intelligence is enhanced. The NFC module is located in the containing space and used for being close to the electronic device to conduct electronic payment, and compared with code scanning and face scanning, the payment efficiency is improved, and the shopping experience of consumers is improved.

Description

[0001] Related applications:

[0002] This application is a divisional application of Chinese utility model patent application No. 202422267440.5, filed on September 14, 2024, entitled "Cashier Equipment". Technical Field

[0003] This application relates to the field of electronic payment technology, and more particularly to a cash register device. Background Technology

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

[0005] This application provides a cash register device that can improve cash register efficiency.

[0006] This application provides a cash register device, including: a housing and an NFC module. The housing encloses a receiving space, and the housing includes a transparent portion with a brand slogan on it. The NFC module is located within the receiving space for use with electronic devices to make electronic payments.

[0007] Furthermore, the housing includes a first housing and a second housing, the second housing being fixed to the first housing and located below the first housing, and the transparent portion being disposed on the first housing.

[0008] Furthermore, the housing includes a third housing located at one end of the second housing and below the first housing, the third housing covering the transparent portion.

[0009] Furthermore, the transparent portion includes a back surface facing the third housing, on which the brand slogan is located.

[0010] Furthermore, the housing includes a first inclined portion, a second inclined portion, a first support portion disposed on the first inclined portion, and a second support portion disposed on the second inclined portion. The NFC module is disposed on the first inclined portion or the second inclined portion. The first support portion and the second support portion are used to support the device on the table surface. The length of the first inclined portion is less than the length of the second inclined portion. The transparent portion is disposed on the first inclined portion.

[0011] Further, the cash register device comprises a scanning assembly arranged at the first inclined portion, the scanning assembly being located between the brand slogan and the NFC module along a length direction of the cash register device.

[0012] Further, when the cash register device is placed on a table top for use, the scanning assembly faces a consumer.

[0013] Further, the cash register device comprises a first display screen, the first display screen being located between the NFC module and the brand slogan along a length direction of the cash register device.

[0014] Further, the cash register device comprises a second display screen, the second display screen being arranged at the second inclined portion.

[0015] Further, the cash register device comprises a keyboard arranged at the second inclined portion, the second display screen being located between the keyboard and the NFC module along a length direction of the cash register device.

[0016] Further, the cash register device comprises a speaker located in the receiving space, a sound outlet being arranged at a bottom of the second inclined portion.

[0017] Further, a power interface is arranged at a tail of the second inclined portion.

[0018] Further, the cash register device comprises an indicator light, light emitted by the indicator light surrounding the NFC module.

[0019] The cash register device of the present application comprises an NFC module for close contact with an electronic device for electronic payment, which improves payment efficiency and enhances the shopping experience of consumers compared with code scanning and face scanning, and the transparent portion only shows the brand slogan to strengthen brand awareness. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic view of a cash register device according to an example embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0021] Figure 2 A top view of the cash register device shown; Figure 1

[0022] A side view of the cash register device shown; Figure 3 Figure 1 An exploded view of the cash register device shown;

[0023] Figure 4 A side view of the cash register device shown after being placed on a table top; Figure 1

[0024] A side view of the cash register device shown after being placed on a table top; Figure 5 Figure 1 ​​Another view of the cash register device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] The technical solutions in the embodiments (or, modes of implementation) of the present application will be clearly and completely described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. When the following description refers to the accompanying drawings, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements unless otherwise indicated.

[0026] If the application embodiments involve directional indications or positional relationships (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inner, outer, 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, motion condition, etc. between the components in a certain posture (as shown in the drawings); if the specific posture changes, the directional indication or positional relationship will also change accordingly. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. in the application embodiments are only used for convenience of description, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0027] The user information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.) and data (including but not limited to data for analysis, stored data, displayed data, etc.) involved in the present application are all information and data authorized by the user or authorized by all parties, and the collection, use and processing of related data need to comply with relevant laws, regulations and standards of relevant countries and regions, and provide corresponding operation portal for user to choose authorization or refusal.

[0028] Referring to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 , the cash register device 100 of the present embodiment includes a housing 1, an NFC module 2 and an illumination lamp 3. The housing 1 includes a transparent part 141, and a brand slogan (not shown) is arranged on the transparent part 141. The illumination lamp 3 is fixed to the housing 1, and the illumination lamp 3 is used to illuminate the brand slogan. The transparent part 141 can see the brand slogan, which strengthens the brand mind; the illumination lamp 3 illuminates the brand slogan, which improves the attention of consumers; at the same time, it makes up for the situation that the brand slogan cannot be seen in the environment with insufficient light.

[0029] The brand slogan can be fixed on the transparent part 141 by laser or silk screen printing and the like.

[0030] The housing 1 encloses a receiving space (not shown). The NFC module 2 is located in the receiving space, so as to be close to an electronic device for electronic payment. Compared with code scanning and face scanning, the payment efficiency is improved, and the shopping experience of consumers is improved. The electronic device includes but is not limited to a mobile phone or a tablet and the like.

[0031] The NFC module 2 can also be used for identity verification, and this application does not limit the function of the NFC module 2.

[0032] In some embodiments, the POS device 100 includes an indicator light 4, the light emitted by which surrounds the NFC module 2. The indicator light 4 provides light guidance, which can attract the attention of consumers and facilitate the promotion and application of NFC functionality. The housing 1 is provided with a light-transmitting portion 181 to allow the light emitted by the indicator light 4 to pass through.

[0033] In some embodiments, the indicator light 4 can provide different guidance in different states of the cash register 100. For example, in normal standby mode, the indicator light 4 can flash to attract the consumer's attention; when guiding payment, the indicator light 4 can guide the consumer to make electronic payment by changing colors and using a running light effect; when payment is successful or fails, different colors can be used to indicate the payment result through light. This application does not limit the form of the light.

[0034] In some embodiments, the housing 1 is provided with guidance text (not shown) to guide payment methods, such as the NFC logo.

[0035] In some embodiments, the guidance text is light-transmitting, allowing light emitted by the indicator light 4 to pass through. When the indicator light 4 guides payment, the guidance text is illuminated.

[0036] In some embodiments, multiple indicator lights 4 may be provided, and the guide text and the light-transmitting part 181 may be transmitted by the light emitted by the same indicator light 4 or by the light emitted by different indicator lights 4.

[0037] In some embodiments, the housing 1 includes a first housing 11 and a second housing 12, the second housing 12 being fixed to the first housing 11 and located below the first housing 11, the transparent portion 141 being disposed on the first housing 11, and the illumination lamp 3 being fixed to the second housing 12.

[0038] In some embodiments, the housing 1 includes a third housing 13 located at one end of the second housing 12 and below the first housing 11, the third housing 13 covering the transparent portion 141, and the illumination lamp 3 located between the second housing 12 and the third housing 13.

[0039] In some embodiments, the transparent portion 141 includes a back surface 1411 facing the third housing 13, on which the brand slogan is disposed.

[0040] Combination Figure 4 In some embodiments, the housing 1 includes a first inclined portion 14, a second inclined portion 15, a first support portion 16 disposed on the first inclined portion 14, and a second support portion 17 disposed on the second inclined portion 15. The NFC module 2 is disposed on the second inclined portion 15. The first support portion 16 and the second support portion 17 are used to support the surface. The length of the first inclined portion 14 is less than the length of the second inclined portion 15. The transparent portion 141 is disposed on the first inclined portion 14.

[0041] In some embodiments, the first support portion 16 is disposed on the third housing 13, and the second support portion 17 is disposed on the second housing 12.

[0042] In some embodiments, the NFC module 2 may also be disposed on the first inclined portion 14.

[0043] In some embodiments, the housing 1 includes a top cover 18, which is located above and fixed to the first housing 11. The NFC module 2 and the indicator light 4 are located below the top cover 18, and the light-transmitting portion 181 is disposed on the top cover 18.

[0044] In some embodiments, the NFC module 2 and the indicator light 4 are fixed to the top cover 18. This facilitates the manufacturing of the housing 1 and the assembly of the NFC module 2 and the indicator light 4.

[0045] In some embodiments, the top cover 18 protrudes from the first housing 11 to highlight the top cover 18, thereby attracting the consumer's attention and facilitating the promotion of NFC functionality.

[0046] In some embodiments, the POS device 100 includes a scanning component 5 disposed on the first inclined portion 14 for identifying payment information to make electronic payments, providing more payment methods, greater user-friendliness, and improving the consumer experience. Payment information includes, but is not limited to, payment codes or barcodes. Along the length of the POS device, the scanning component 5 is located between the brand logo and the NFC module 2.

[0047] In some embodiments, the scanning component 5 is fixed to the first housing 11.

[0048] In some implementations, when the cash register 100 is placed on a table for use, the scanning component 5 faces the consumer to facilitate the consumer's payment by scanning a code.

[0049] In some embodiments, when the cash register 100 is placed on a table for use, the scanning component 5 is positioned downwards, and the merchant holds the cash register 100 to perform QR code payment.

[0050] In some implementations, the scanning component 5 can also be used by merchants to scan the barcodes of goods to enter the goods into their database.

[0051] In some implementations, the scanning component 5 may be a camera or the like.

[0052] In some embodiments, the POS device 100 also includes a supplementary light (not shown) to provide supplementary lighting when light is insufficient, thereby improving the recognition efficiency of the scanning component 5.

[0053] In some embodiments, when the POS device 100 is placed on a countertop for use, the scanning component 5 faces the consumer.

[0054] In some implementations, when the cash register 100 is placed on a table, the consumer can align their payment code with the scanning component 5 to make an electronic payment; the merchant can also hold the cash register 100 to identify the consumer's payment code.

[0055] In some embodiments, when the cash register 100 is placed on a table, a hollow area 110 is formed below the cash register 100 to facilitate the merchant to pick up the cash register 100 for handheld operation.

[0056] In some embodiments, the cutout area 110 is triangular.

[0057] In some embodiments, the POS device 100 includes a first display screen 6, which is located between the NFC module 2 and the brand slogan along the length of the POS device. The first display screen 6 is viewable by consumers; for example, it can display the amount to be paid, allowing consumers to intuitively know the amount due without consulting the merchant, thus freeing up the merchant's time and further improving payment efficiency.

[0058] When the payment device 100 is in use, the first display screen 6 can display not only the amount to be paid, but also information such as merchant advertisements and operator discounts; it can also display information such as the merchant's name and product discounts. This application does not limit the function of the first display screen 6.

[0059] In some embodiments, the first display screen 6 is located at the connection between the first tilted portion 14 and the second tilted portion 15, which not only makes it convenient for consumers to view, but also makes the cash register 100 compact, small in size, and occupies less space.

[0060] In some embodiments, along the length of the cash register 100, the first display screen 6 is located between the scanning component 5 and the NFC module 2, and the cash register 100 has a compact structure and small size.

[0061] In some embodiments, the first display screen 6 may also be disposed on the first tilted portion 14.

[0062] In some embodiments, the POS device 100 includes a second display screen 7, which is disposed on the second tilting portion 15. The second display screen 7 can be viewed by the merchant, for example, displaying the amount due, allowing the merchant to quickly know the amount due. It can also be used for checking accounts and managing the POS device 100, etc. This application does not limit the function of the second display screen 7. The second display screen 7 can also be operated and viewed by consumers, for example, in a food ordering scenario.

[0063] In some embodiments, the first display screen 6 and the second display screen 7 may be various types of display screens, touch screens, segmented display screens or digital tubes, etc. This application does not limit the types of the first display screen 6 and the second display screen 7.

[0064] Both the first display screen 6 and the second display screen 7 are fixed to the first housing 11, and the NFC module 2 is located between the first display screen 6 and the second display screen 7.

[0065] In some embodiments, the POS device 100 includes a keyboard 8 disposed on the second inclined portion 15, which can be operated by the merchant, including but not limited to entering the amount to be paid, turning the device on and off, and adjusting the volume. Along the length of the POS device, the second display screen 7 is located between the keyboard 8 and the NFC module 2.

[0066] In some embodiments, the keyboard 8 is fixed to the first housing 11.

[0067] In some implementations, the second display screen 7 is located between the keyboard 8 and the NFC module 2 along the length of the cash register 100. This not only makes it convenient for merchants to operate the keyboard 8, but also for them to view the second display screen 7, and also facilitates near-field communication payment for consumers.

[0068] In some embodiments, the first tilt angle of the first tilting part 14 relative to the table surface is greater than the second tilt angle of the second tilting part 15 relative to the table surface, which facilitates the merchant's operation of the keyboard 8 and viewing of the second display screen 7, thereby improving the recognition efficiency during electronic payment; at the same time, it facilitates the consumer's viewing of the first display screen 6 and scanning the code to pay, thereby improving the recognition efficiency during electronic payment.

[0069] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a speaker 91 located within the receiving space.

[0070] In some embodiments, the speaker 91 can broadcast advertising information, payment method guidance, the amount to be paid, payment completion, etc., which is more convenient to use and can attract consumers and improve payment efficiency.

[0071] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a battery 92 located within the receiving space to provide electrical energy.

[0072] In some embodiments, the battery 92 can also be replaced.

[0073] In some embodiments, the battery 92 may not be provided, and the payment device 100 is powered by an external power supply.

[0074] In some embodiments, the cash register device 100 includes a main board 93, the main board 93 is located within the receiving space, and the NFC module 2, the irradiation lamp 3, the indicator lamp 4, the scanning component 5, the speaker 91, the battery 92 are coupled to the main board 93.

[0075] In some embodiments, the speaker 91, the battery 92 and the main board 93 are located within the space enclosed by the first housing 11 and the second housing 12.

[0076] See Figure 5 , in some embodiments, a sound outlet hole 151 is provided at the bottom of the second inclined portion 15 to enhance the sound output effect.

[0077] In some embodiments, a power interface 94 is provided at the tail of the second inclined portion 15, which is beneficial to the neatness of the merchant's countertop. The power interface 94 is electrically connected to the main board 93, and the power interface 94 may not be provided, and the cash register device 100 is connected with a connecting wire.

[0078] 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 drawings; all modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of this application shall be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A cash register device, characterized in that, include: A housing that encloses a receiving space, the housing including a transparent portion, on which a brand slogan is provided, the housing including a first housing, a second housing and a third housing, the second housing being fixed to the first housing and located below the first housing, the transparent portion being disposed on the first housing, the third housing being located at one end of the second housing and below the first housing, the third housing covering the transparent portion; An NFC module, located within the containment space, is used to make electronic payments by being near electronic devices.

2. The cash register device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing includes a first inclined portion, a second inclined portion, a first support portion disposed on the first inclined portion, and a second support portion disposed on the second inclined portion. The NFC module is disposed on the first inclined portion or the second inclined portion. The first support portion and the second support portion are used to support the surface. The length of the first inclined portion is less than the length of the second inclined portion. The transparent portion is disposed on the first inclined portion.

3. The cash register device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The POS device includes a scanning component disposed on the first inclined portion, and along the length of the POS device, the scanning component is located between the brand slogan and the NFC module.

4. The cash register device according to claim 3, characterized in that, When the POS device is placed on a countertop for use, the scanning component faces the consumer.

5. The cash register device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The POS device includes a first display screen, which is located between the NFC module and the brand slogan along the length of the POS device.

6. The cash register device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The POS device includes a second display screen, which is disposed on the second tilted portion.

7. The cash register device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The POS device includes a keyboard disposed on the second inclined portion, and along the length of the POS device, the second display screen is located between the keyboard and the NFC module.

8. The cash register device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cash register includes a speaker located within the receiving space, and a sound outlet is provided at the bottom of the second inclined portion.

9. The cash register device according to claim 2, characterized in that, A power interface is provided at the tail of the second inclined section.

10. The cash register device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The POS device includes an indicator light that emits light around the NFC module.

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