A self-service payment terminal

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of self-service payment terminals, including: cabinet, the cabinet is equipped with the installation cavity with opening, the opening is located at the front of the cabinet, the installation cavity is equipped with first fixed rail, first fixed rail one end is close to the front, and the other end of first fixed rail is away from the front;Operating panel, the operating panel is detachably arranged on the opening, and the operating panel is equipped with first slide rail, and the first slide rail is slidably arranged on the first fixed rail, and the operating panel can be slid from the position of blocking the opening to the position of being suspended away from the installation cavity.The utility model is slidably arranged on the first fixed rail of installation cavity by first slide rail, and operating panel is slid to the position of being suspended, to form sufficient maintenance operation space, which helps maintenance personnel to maintain operating panel and the components on installation cavity, avoids the maintenance space due to cabinet embedding in wall to reduce, improves maintenance efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of payment terminal technology, and in particular to a self-service payment terminal. Background Technology

[0002] Self-service payment terminals are widely used in public service industries such as electricity, water, gas, and telecommunications to provide convenient, non-human payment services. Existing self-service payment terminals can be broadly categorized into two types: freestanding terminals and wall-mounted terminals. Wall-mounted terminals are more commonly used in service halls due to their smaller footprint and ease of outdoor operation.

[0003] Currently, through-wall self-service payment terminals are widely used in power industry business halls, allowing users to complete electricity bill payments without entering the business hall. These terminals typically embed the main body of the equipment within the exterior wall or partition of the business hall, exposing only the front operating area on the outside of the wall. This saves indoor space and allows users to operate from the outside. However, because most of the chassis is embedded in the wall, maintenance personnel need to remove the entire front operating panel and place it on the ground to obtain sufficient operating space when they need to inspect internal components. This results in cumbersome maintenance operations and low maintenance efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to address the issues of cumbersome maintenance operations and low repair efficiency of self-service payment terminals.

[0005] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this utility model provides a self-service payment terminal, comprising: a chassis with an opening in the mounting cavity located on the front of the chassis; a first slide rail slidably disposed on the mounting cavity; and an operation panel detachably disposed on the opening and on the first slide rail. The operation panel can slide from a position blocking the opening to a suspended position away from the mounting cavity. The operation panel includes a display screen, a camera, a card reader, a printer, an operation keyboard, and a banknote inlet / outlet.

[0006] Furthermore, it also includes a shielding frame, which is disposed around the opening. The operation panel can slide within the shielding frame, and the bottom of the operation panel is provided with a pulley that can slide along the inner wall of the shielding frame.

[0007] Furthermore, the first slide rail is fixedly connected to the center of the operation panel, and the length of the first slide rail is greater than the length of the shielding frame in the direction away from the opening.

[0008] Furthermore, the operation panel is also provided with a second slide rail, and the mounting cavity is also provided with a second fixed rail. The second slide rail is slidably disposed on the second fixed rail. The length of the second slide rail is greater than the length of the shielding frame away from the opening. The second slide rail is located between the first slide rail and the pulley.

[0009] Furthermore, the operation panel is provided with a bracket extending along the direction of the mounting cavity, and the pulley is mounted on the bracket.

[0010] Furthermore, the first fixed rail and the second fixed rail are located on both sides of the mounting cavity, and the first fixed rail and the second fixed rail are horizontally offset.

[0011] Furthermore, the human camera is located above the display screen, the banknote inlet / outlet is located below the display screen, the card reader and the printer are located on either side of the banknote inlet / outlet, and the operation keyboard is located below the banknote inlet / outlet.

[0012] Furthermore, the control panel is also equipped with an array microphone and a speaker, with the array microphone located between the display screen and the banknote inlet / outlet.

[0013] Furthermore, the operation panel is also equipped with a QR code scanner, which is located below the display screen.

[0014] Furthermore, it also includes a privacy mirror, which is located on the top of the control panel or the top of the chassis, with the mirror facing downwards and forming a 45-degree angle with the horizontal direction.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the self-service payment terminal provided in this embodiment of the utility model has the following advantages: by sliding the first slide rail on the first fixed rail of the mounting cavity, maintenance personnel can slide the operation panel from the position of blocking the opening to the suspended position away from the mounting cavity using the first slide rail. This facilitates the disassembly and installation of the operation panel and forms sufficient maintenance operation space, which helps maintenance personnel to inspect the operation panel and the components on the mounting cavity. It avoids reducing the maintenance space due to the chassis being buried in the wall, and the disassembly and installation operation for maintenance can be completed without completely disassembling the operation panel, thus improving maintenance efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the self-service payment terminal provided by this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a front view of the self-service payment terminal provided by this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3This is a right view of the self-service payment terminal provided by this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a top view of the self-service payment terminal provided by this utility model.

[0020] The correspondence between the reference numerals and the component names is as follows:

[0021] 1. Chassis; 11. Ambient camera; 101. Mounting cavity; 102. Opening; 2. First slide rail; 3. Control panel; 31. Display screen; 32. Person camera; 33. Card reader; 34. Printer; 35. Keyboard; 36. Casters; 37. Bracket; 38. Speaker; 39. QR code scanner; 301. Banknote inlet / outlet; 4. Cover frame; 5. Second slide rail; 6. Privacy mirror. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this utility model, but are not intended to limit its scope. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement and numerical values ​​of the components and steps described in these examples do not limit the scope of this utility model.

[0023] The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit the invention or its application or use.

[0024] Techniques, methods, and equipment known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and equipment should be considered part of the specification.

[0025] In all the examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values.

[0026] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be discussed further in subsequent figures.

[0027] like Figures 1 to 4As shown in the figure, this utility model embodiment discloses a self-service payment terminal, including: a chassis 1, the chassis 1 having an installation cavity 101 with an opening 102 located on the front of the chassis 1, the installation cavity 101 having a first fixed rail, one end of the first fixed rail being close to the front and the other end being away from the front; and an operation panel 3, the operation panel 3 being detachably mounted on the opening 102, the operation panel 3 having a first slide rail 2 mounted on the first fixed rail, the first slide rail 2 being slidably mounted on the first fixed rail, and the operation panel 3 being able to slide from a position blocking the opening 102 to a suspended position away from the installation cavity 101.

[0028] The self-service payment terminal of this application slides the first slide rail 2 onto the first fixed rail of the mounting cavity 101. Maintenance personnel can use the first slide rail 2 to slide the operation panel 3 from the position of the blocked opening 102 to a suspended position away from the mounting cavity 101. This facilitates the disassembly of the operation panel 3 and creates sufficient maintenance space. This helps maintenance personnel to inspect the operation panel 3 and the components on the mounting cavity 101, avoids reducing maintenance space due to the chassis 1 being buried in the wall, reduces disassembly and installation operations for maintenance, and improves maintenance efficiency.

[0029] The movable nature of the operation panel 3 is achieved through a sliding rail structure, while ensuring stable operation and avoiding structural damage caused by frequent disassembly and assembly, thus improving the overall reliability and service life of the terminal. By sliding the operation panel 3 into a suspended state, ample maintenance space is created, allowing maintenance personnel to easily perform maintenance and component replacement without completely disassembling the panel, effectively reducing disassembly and assembly steps. The first sliding rail 2 improves the efficiency of disassembly and docking of the operation panel 3, significantly enhancing maintenance efficiency. The operation panel 3 integrates multiple functional modules such as a display screen 31, a personal camera 32, a card reader 33, a printer 34, an operation keyboard 35, and a banknote inlet / outlet 301, enabling various payment and identity recognition operations to meet the needs of different users and enhance the user experience. By embedding the chassis 1 into the wall, with only the operation panel 3 exposed, the space occupied by the terminal in the business hall or public area is effectively reduced, improving space utilization.

[0030] Specifically, the display screen 31 is a touch screen. The operation panel 3 can be detachably connected to the opening 102 via threaded connection, snap-fit ​​connection, flange connection, or other means.

[0031] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, in an optional embodiment of the utility model, a shielding frame 4 is also included. The shielding frame 4 is disposed around the opening 102. The operation panel 3 can slide inside the shielding frame 4. The bottom of the operation panel 3 is provided with a pulley 36, which can slide along the inner wall of the shielding frame 4.

[0032] By incorporating pulleys 36 at the bottom of the control panel 3, which slide in conjunction with the inner wall of the bottom of the shielding frame 4, the panel slides more smoothly and easily, preventing jamming and improving the stability and service life of the sliding structure. The shielding frame 4, serving as a guide and support structure for the sliding of the control panel 3, enhances the load-bearing capacity and guiding accuracy during sliding, effectively reducing the risk of panel displacement or damage caused by off-center loading or vibration. The control panel 3 can slide freely within the shielding frame 4 and extend to a suspended position via the pulleys 36, providing ample space for maintenance personnel to inspect, adjust, and replace components, further improving the convenience and efficiency of terminal maintenance.

[0033] Specifically, the operation panel 3 can slide out of the shielding frame to reach a suspended position away from the mounting cavity 101. The operation panel 3 can also slide into the shielding frame 4 to reach a suspended position away from the mounting cavity 101. It is mounted on the housing 1 by rotating the wall of the shielding frame 4. The walls of the shielding frame 4 are detachably connected. Maintenance personnel can move the shielding frame 4 by rotating the wall of the shielding frame 4 to avoid the shielding frame 4 blocking the space required for maintenance operations.

[0034] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, in an optional embodiment of the utility model, the first slide rail 2 is fixedly connected to the middle of the operation panel 3, and the length of the first slide rail 2 is greater than the length of the shielding frame 4 in the direction away from the opening 102.

[0035] By fixing the first slide rail 2 to both sides of the middle of the operation panel 3, the force can be effectively distributed, avoiding problems such as tilting and jamming caused by unilateral sliding, and ensuring that the operation panel 3 remains balanced and stable during sliding. Since the length of the first slide rail 2 is greater than the length of the shielding frame 4, the operation panel 3 can slide to a position beyond the shielding frame 4, thereby obtaining a larger sliding stroke, significantly increasing the maintenance operation space, facilitating maintenance personnel to perform component inspection, disassembly, or replacement work from the outside, and further improving maintenance efficiency and convenience; the extra-long slide rail structure provides a spatial basis for subsequent functional expansion, such as adding operation modules or expanding the maintenance area, which is conducive to the modular upgrade and functional expansion of terminal products, improving the versatility and extensibility of the terminal. Specifically, two first slide rails 2 can be fixedly connected to both sides of the middle of the operation panel 3, or one first slide rail 2 can be fixedly connected to one side of the middle of the operation panel 3.

[0036] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, in an optional embodiment of the utility model, the operation panel 3 is further provided with a second slide rail 5, and the mounting cavity 101 is further provided with a second fixed rail. The second slide rail 5 is slidably disposed on the second fixed rail. The length of the second slide rail 5 is greater than the length of the shielding frame 4 in the direction away from the opening 102. The second slide rail 5 is located between the first slide rail 2 and the pulley 36.

[0037] A multi-level sliding guide system is constructed through the combination of the first slide rail 2 and the second slide rail 5. The second slide rail 5 is positioned between the pulley 36 and the first slide rail 2, providing further guidance and support during the sliding process. This significantly improves the stability and smoothness of the operation panel 3's sliding motion, preventing shaking or jamming. The dual slide rail structure forms a more stable connection and support in the sliding direction, ensuring good load-bearing capacity even when the operation panel 3 slides out to a suspended position, thus enhancing the safety and durability of the overall terminal structure. Since the lengths of the first slide rail 2 and the second slide rail 5 are greater than the length of the obstruction frame 4, the sliding range of the operation panel 3 is extended, allowing it to slide further to a completely suspended state. This greatly expands the maintenance and operation space, providing ample leeway for inspection, module replacement, and other tasks, improving maintenance convenience and efficiency. Positioning the second slide rail 5 between the first slide rail 2 and the pulley 36 enhances the stability of the bottom movement of the operation panel 3, reducing component shaking. Simultaneously, it does not interfere with the normal operation of the original sliding structure and effectively utilizes the space on both sides of the operation panel 3, improving the compactness and modularity of the overall internal structure. The dual-rail structure provides redundant support. When one rail becomes difficult to slide due to wear or abnormality, the other rail can still provide necessary guiding support, improving the long-term reliability of the terminal. Specifically, two second rails 5 are fixedly connected to both sides of the center of the operation panel 3, or one second rail 5 can be fixedly connected to one side of the center of the operation panel 3.

[0038] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, in an optional embodiment of the utility model, the operation panel 3 is provided with a bracket 37 extending along the direction of the mounting cavity 101, and a pulley 36 is disposed on the bracket 37.

[0039] By mounting the pulley 36 on the extension bracket 37, the sliding distance of the pulley 36 on the inner wall of the shielding frame 4 is increased, allowing the operating panel 3 to slide further and into a more extended, suspended position. This effectively expands the maintenance space required for inspection and maintenance, improving the flexibility and convenience of maintenance operations. By placing the pulley 36 on the bracket 37, the force point extends from the operating panel 3 body to the bracket 37 structure, reducing the force concentration at the connection between the pulley 36 and the operating panel 3 during sliding, thus enhancing the mechanical performance and service life of the entire sliding system. By extending the bracket 37 along the mounting cavity 101, a structural buffer is formed between the pulley 36 and the main body of the operating panel 3, allowing the pulley 36 to avoid interference areas in the structure of the operating panel 3. This enables smoother sliding on the inner wall of the shielding frame 4, reducing friction and jamming, and improving the stability and smoothness of sliding.

[0040] like Figure 2As shown, in an optional embodiment of the utility model, the chassis 1 is further provided with an environmental camera 11, which is located on top of the shielding frame 4. By placing the environmental camera 11 on top of the shielding frame 4, the operating area and its surrounding environment can be monitored in real time, effectively recording user operation behavior and surrounding dynamics, improving the terminal's anti-theft and anti-vandalism capabilities, and enhancing the level of security protection; the top mounting position gives the environmental camera 11 a wider shooting angle, which can cover the entire operating panel 3 and part of the user area, achieving a more comprehensive image acquisition effect and meeting the needs of intelligent monitoring or abnormal behavior recognition. The environmental camera 11 is installed inside the chassis 1 at the top of the shielding frame 4, with a concealed structure and strong protection, which can avoid external human damage or pollution, improving the overall stability of the terminal and the service life of the camera.

[0041] In an optional embodiment of the utility model, the first fixed rail and the second fixed rail are located on both sides of the mounting cavity 101, and the first fixed rail and the second fixed rail are horizontally offset.

[0042] By staggering the first and second fixed rails, interference between them during sliding is avoided, allowing the operation panel 3 to slide smoothly along the rails during disassembly, assembly, or maintenance. This reduces jamming and increased resistance caused by rail alignment errors or trajectory overlap, thereby improving the guiding accuracy and smooth operation of the structure. The staggered arrangement of the fixed rails makes the force distribution of the operation panel 3 more balanced, helping to disperse the pressure generated by sliding operations and reduce stress concentration on a single rail. This reduces the risk of rail loosening, deformation, or detachment during long-term use, improving the durability and structural strength of the terminal equipment. The staggered arrangement of the rails effectively avoids their arrangement height or position in space, making the internal structure of the mounting cavity 101 more compact and orderly, avoiding stacking and interference between components, improving the utilization efficiency of the cavity space, and leaving more room for the rational layout of other components.

[0043] like Figure 2 As shown, in an optional embodiment of the utility model, the operation panel 3 is provided with a display screen 31, a human camera 32, a card reader 33, a printer 34, an operation keyboard 35, and a banknote inlet / outlet 301. The human camera 32 is located above the display screen 31, the banknote inlet / outlet 301 is located below the display screen 31, the card reader 33 and the printer 34 are located on both sides of the banknote inlet / outlet 301, and the operation keyboard 35 is located below the banknote inlet / outlet 301.

[0044] By arranging the functional components sequentially from top to bottom according to the user's workflow, the system aligns with the user's natural self-service habits. This makes operations such as viewing information, verifying identity, inserting cards, paying with coins, collecting tickets, and entering information more intuitive and smooth, significantly improving the user experience. The clear and hierarchical distribution of functional areas prevents users from making mistakes or having difficulty finding components due to confusion, effectively shortening operation time and improving payment efficiency. The rational layout embeds each functional module into the limited space of the operation panel, avoiding component stacking or interference, improving panel integration and structural compactness, while maintaining good maintenance access for easy future repairs and replacements.

[0045] Specifically, a laser printer 34 is located above the display screen 31. The laser printer 34 can be linked with the printer 34 on the side of the banknote inlet / outlet 301 to quickly output vouchers. A vibration sensor is located on the top of the chassis 1. When the vibration acceleration exceeds a preset threshold, an alarm is triggered, emitting an alarm sound greater than 85 decibels, and an alarm SMS is sent to the management center.

[0046] like Figure 2 As shown, in an optional embodiment of the utility model, the operation panel 3 is further provided with an array microphone and a speaker 38, with the array microphone located between the display screen 31 and the banknote inlet / outlet 301.

[0047] By incorporating an array microphone and speaker 38, voice input and feedback functions are achieved, enabling users to interact with the terminal via voice. This enhances the intelligence and convenience of use, making it particularly suitable for elderly users, those with poor eyesight, or those with operational difficulties. Positioning the array microphone in the central area between the display screen 31 and the banknote inlet / outlet 301, closer to the user's operating position, effectively improves the directionality of sound pickup and the accuracy of voice recognition, reduces background noise interference, and enhances the clarity and reliability of voice input. Combined with the voice broadcast function of speaker 38, the terminal can provide clear prompts to users at key steps such as payment, printing, and identity verification, enhancing the system's responsiveness to user behavior and improving service accuracy and satisfaction. Furthermore, the voice navigation, voice prompts, and intelligent question-and-answer functions of speaker 38 provide users with timely voice guidance and confirmation feedback during operation, improving the interactive experience and reducing errors caused by unfamiliarity with the operation.

[0048] like Figure 2 As shown, in an optional embodiment of the utility model, the operation panel 3 is further provided with a QR code scanner 39, which is located below the display screen 31.

[0049] By incorporating a QR code scanner 39 into the operation panel 3, users can pay their electricity bills via QR code scanning, meeting the demands of mainstream mobile payment methods, enriching the payment options available at self-service payment terminals, and enhancing the flexibility and convenience of user payments. The QR code scanner 39 is positioned adjacent to the display screen 31, allowing users to quickly complete the scanning operation while viewing on-screen prompts, improving the smoothness and intuitiveness of the user experience. The integrated QR code scanning function enables the terminal to offer diversified payment options beyond cash payments, enhancing its market competitiveness and application adaptability.

[0050] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in an optional embodiment of the utility model, a privacy mirror 6 is also included. The privacy mirror 6 is disposed on the top of the operation panel 3 or the top of the chassis 1. The mirror surface of the privacy mirror 6 faces downward and forms a 45-degree angle with the horizontal direction.

[0051] By positioning the privacy mirror 6 with its mirror facing downwards at a 45-degree angle to the horizontal, the privacy mirror 6 uses this special angle to allow the user to clearly see what's behind the screen while restricting the view of non-operating users. This effectively prevents unauthorized personnel from peeping at the screen content, protecting the user's payment information and personal privacy. The privacy mirror 6 enhances the terminal's security features, giving users greater peace of mind during operation, increasing their trust in the terminal, and improving the user experience.

[0052] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and substitutions can be made without departing from the technical principles of the present utility model, and these improvements and substitutions should also be considered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A self-service payment terminal, characterized in that, include: The chassis has an opening in the mounting cavity, the opening being located on the front of the chassis. The mounting cavity is provided with a first fixing rail, one end of which is close to the front of the chassis, and the other end of which is away from the front of the chassis. The operation panel is detachably mounted on the opening. The operation panel is provided with a first slide rail, which is slidably mounted on the first fixed rail. The operation panel can slide from the position of blocking the opening to a suspended position away from the mounting cavity.

2. The self-service payment terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a shielding frame, which is disposed around the opening. The operation panel can slide inside the shielding frame. The bottom of the operation panel is provided with a pulley, which can slide along the inner wall of the shielding frame.

3. The self-service payment terminal according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first slide rail is fixedly connected to the center of the operation panel, and the length of the first slide rail is greater than the length of the shielding frame in the direction away from the opening.

4. The self-service payment terminal according to claim 3, characterized in that, The operation panel is also provided with a second slide rail, and the mounting cavity is also provided with a second fixed rail. The second slide rail is slidably disposed on the second fixed rail. The length of the second slide rail is greater than the length of the shielding frame away from the opening. The second slide rail is located between the first slide rail and the pulley.

5. The self-service payment terminal according to claim 4, characterized in that, The operation panel is provided with a bracket extending along the direction of the mounting cavity, and the pulley is mounted on the bracket.

6. The self-service payment terminal according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first fixed rail and the second fixed rail are located on both sides of the mounting cavity, and the first fixed rail and the second fixed rail are horizontally offset.

7. The self-service payment terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control panel is equipped with a display screen, a camera, a card reader, a printer, a keypad, and a banknote inlet / outlet. The camera is located above the display screen, the banknote inlet / outlet is located below the display screen, the card reader and the printer are located on either side of the banknote inlet / outlet, and the keypad is located below the banknote inlet / outlet.

8. The self-service payment terminal according to claim 7, characterized in that, The control panel is also equipped with an array microphone and a speaker, with the array microphone located between the display screen and the banknote inlet / outlet.

9. The self-service payment terminal according to claim 7, characterized in that, The operation panel is also equipped with a QR code scanner, which is located below the display screen.

10. The self-service payment terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a privacy mirror, which is located on the top of the control panel or the top of the chassis, with the mirror facing downwards and forming a 45-degree angle with the horizontal direction.

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