System, content output method, terminal device, and image formation device

Abstract

To provide, for example, a system, etc. including an image formation device which can output a correct content with a simple procedure.SOLUTION: A system includes a reception device, a processing device, a server device, and an image formation device. The reception device includes: a reception unit which receives an application content from a user; an allocation unit which allocates device identification information for identifying the processing device to the application content; and a content acquisition unit which, when the device identification information is acquired from the image formation device, acquires a content corresponding to the application content to which the device identification information is allocated from the server device. The image formation device includes an output unit which outputs the content acquired by the reception device.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a system. [Background technology]

[0002] There are systems that output documents with various contents. For example, there are systems in government that output certificates such as resident registration cards and seal certificates as a single piece of content.

[0003] In such a system, a system that efficiently outputs contents is being considered. For example, a technology that can reduce the burden of procedures at a government office counter for both residents and employees, shorten the time spent at the counter, and improve the overall efficiency is disclosed in Patent Document 1. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] JP 2018-139027 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] An object of the present disclosure is to provide, for example, a system or the like that can output correct content through a simple procedure. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The system disclosed herein is a system comprising a reception device, a processing device, a server device, and an image forming device, wherein the reception device has a reception section that accepts applied content from a user, an allocation section that assigns device identification information that identifies the processing device to the applied content, and a content acquisition section that, when the device identification information is acquired from the image forming device, acquires content corresponding to the applied content assigned to the device identification information from the server device, and the image forming device has an output section that outputs the content acquired by the reception device.

[0007] The system disclosed herein is a system including a reception device, a processing device, a server device, and an image forming device, wherein the reception device has a reception section that accepts applied content from a user, an assignment section that assigns device identification information that identifies the processing device to the applied content, and a first content acquisition section that acquires content corresponding to the applied content from the server device, and the image forming device has a second content acquisition section that, upon acquiring the device identification information, acquires content corresponding to the applied content assigned to the device identification information from the reception device, and an output section that outputs the acquired content.

[0008] The system disclosed herein is a system including a reception device, a processing device, a server device, and an image forming device, wherein the reception device has a reception unit that accepts applied content from a user and a first content acquisition unit that acquires content corresponding to the applied content from the server device, and the image forming device has a second content acquisition unit that acquires the content from the reception device, an assignment unit that assigns device identification information that identifies the processing device to the content based on a request from the processing device, and an output unit that outputs the content assigned to the device identification information when the device identification information is input.

[0009] The content output method disclosed herein is a content output method in a system including a first terminal device, a second terminal device, a server device, and an image forming device, and includes the steps of accepting applied content from a user at the first terminal device, assigning device identification information that identifies the second terminal device to the applied content, and when the device identification information is input at the image forming device, obtaining content corresponding to the applied content assigned to the device identification information from the server device, and outputting the obtained content from the image forming device.

[0010] The terminal device of the present disclosure comprises a reception unit that receives requested content from a user from another terminal device, an assignment unit that assigns device identification information that identifies the other terminal device to the requested content, a content acquisition unit that, upon acquiring the device identification information from an image forming device, acquires content corresponding to the requested content assigned to the device identification information from a server device, and a transmission unit that generates print job data that can be executed in the image forming device based on the content and transmits the print job data to the image forming device.

[0011] The image forming apparatus of the present disclosure is an image forming apparatus capable of communicating with a system including a reception device that receives requested content from a user, a processing device that outputs device identification information corresponding to the requested content, and a server device that distributes content corresponding to the requested content, and is equipped with a control unit and an image forming unit, wherein the control unit acquires the device identification information, requests a print job corresponding to the device identification information from the reception device, acquires a print job from the reception device based on content identified by the reception device from the device identification information, executes the print job, and outputs the content from the image forming unit. Effect of the Invention

[0012] According to the present disclosure, for example, it is possible to provide a system or the like that can output correct content through a simple procedure. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0013] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a diagram for explaining an overview of a system according to a first embodiment. [Diagram 2] FIG. 1 is a diagram for explaining an overview of a system according to a first embodiment. [Diagram 3] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a hardware configuration of a reception device in the first embodiment. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a hardware configuration of the image forming apparatus according to the first embodiment. [Diagram 5] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a hardware configuration of a server device in the first embodiment. [Figure 6] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a hardware configuration of a processing device according to the first embodiment. [Figure 7] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a software configuration according to the first embodiment. [Figure 8] 1A is a diagram illustrating an example of print job data, (b) an example of issuance application information, and (c) a window ID in the first embodiment. FIG. [Figure 9] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example of content management information. [Figure 10] FIG. 2 is a sequence diagram for explaining an overview of the first embodiment. [Figure 11] FIG. 4 is a flow diagram illustrating processing (reception device) in the first embodiment. [Figure 12] FIG. 4 is a flow diagram illustrating processing (reception device) in the first embodiment. [Figure 13] FIG. 4 is a flow diagram illustrating processing (server device) in the first embodiment. [Figure 14] FIG. 2 is a flow diagram illustrating processing (processing device) in the first embodiment. [Figure 15] FIG. 4 is a flow diagram illustrating a process (image forming apparatus) in the first embodiment. [Figure 16] FIG. 2A is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of a reception device in the first embodiment; FIG. 2B is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the reception device. [Figure 17] FIG. 2A is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of a reception device in the first embodiment; FIG. 2B is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the reception device. [Figure 18] FIG. 2A is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of a reception device in the first embodiment; FIG. 2B is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the reception device. [Figure 19] FIG. 2A is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of a reception device in the first embodiment; FIG. 2B is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the reception device. [Figure 20] FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the reception device in the first embodiment. [Figure 21] FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of a reception slip in the first embodiment. [Figure 22] FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the processing device in the first embodiment. [Diagram 23] FIG. 2A is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of an image forming apparatus in the first embodiment, and FIG. 2B is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of a processing apparatus. [Figure 24] FIG. 13 is a flow diagram illustrating processing (reception device) in the second embodiment. [Diagram 25] FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the processing device in the second embodiment. [Figure 26] FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining an overview of a system according to a third embodiment. [Figure 27] FIG. 13 is a sequence diagram for explaining an overview of a fourth embodiment. [Figure 28] FIG. 13 is a sequence diagram for explaining an overview of the fifth embodiment. [Figure 29] FIG. 13 is a sequence diagram for explaining an overview of the sixth embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0014] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Note that the embodiment shown below is one embodiment of the present invention, and the contents of the present invention should not be interpreted as being limited based on the following description.

[0015] There are systems that output a variety of content (documents). As an example, the government provides a system that outputs certificates such as resident registration cards and seal certification as a single piece of content. Generally, systems in which the government issues certificates often require a person to go through a counter, but self-service government service machines have been introduced in large numbers to be easier for users (citizens) to use and to efficiently issue certificates for the government.

[0016] However, self-service administrative service machines need to be dedicated machines, and they need to be newly introduced. Therefore, when the number of users is below a certain level, self-service administrative service machines are not profitable and are difficult to install.

[0017] Furthermore, even if self-service administrative service machines were introduced, there was a problem in that the devices were dedicated machines and could not be used as general office machines.

[0018] To address these issues, a system has been developed that combines an image forming device (multifunction printer, MFP) that can be used for general business purposes with a reception terminal device to output content simply and efficiently.

[0019] In such a system, a user must issue an instruction to obtain content at a reception terminal device and issue a reception ticket with a reception number printed on it. Then, when the user presents the reception ticket to a staff member who will print out the content, the staff member inputs the reception number printed on the reception ticket into an image forming device. When the staff member inputs the correct reception number into the image forming device, the content corresponding to the reception number can be printed.

[0020] However, if the user loses the receipt, the user must obtain the content again. Also, if the staff or the like inputs the wrong receipt number into the image forming device, the content cannot be printed properly. Also, in order to print the content correctly, the staff or the like must input the receipt number correctly as described above, which not only increases the risk of making a mistake but also places a heavy burden on the staff or the like.

[0021] In order to solve such a new problem, in the following embodiment, a system etc. capable of outputting correct content through a simple procedure will be described.

[0022] [1. First embodiment] [1.1 Overall System] 1 is a diagram for explaining an overview of a system 1. The system 1 is a diagram showing an overview of a system 1 that outputs content.

[0023] The system 1 includes a reception device 10 as a first terminal device capable of receiving an instruction to output content from a user, an image forming device 20 that outputs (prints) the content, a server device 30 in which the content is stored, and a processing device 40 as a second terminal device operated by an employee or staff member (sometimes referred to as "staff, etc.") who prints the content. The image forming device 20 is connected to a network NW2, and is connected to the reception device 10 and the processing device 40.

[0024] The image forming device 20 is, for example, a device called a multifunction device or an MFP (Multifunction Peripheral / Printer / Product). For example, the image forming device 20 can form an image on a recording medium, that is, paper, by executing a job (print job). The image forming device 20 can execute multiple functions, such as a copy function, a FAX function, a scan function, and a printer function. In this embodiment, the image forming device 20 functions as a printer by executing a print job input from the PC 40. Also, the image forming device 20 can output (print) content by executing a print job input from the reception device 10, as described later.

[0025] The reception device 10 is a terminal device used by a user who uses the system 1. The reception device 10 is provided with, for example, a display device (display) equipped with a touch panel. The user can input a desired operation to the system 1 by selecting an operation button or the like displayed on the screen.

[0026] The reception device 10 also includes a printing device. For example, the reception device 10 can print a receipt showing that the system 1 has received an instruction input from a user, a copy, and the like. The reception device 10 may include, for example, a roll of thermal transfer paper, and the printing device may print a so-called receipt-like reception ticket by printing on the thermal transfer paper using a thermal transfer method. The printing device may also be realized by, for example, a laser printer or an inkjet printer, and in that case, the reception ticket and the like may be printed on plain paper.

[0027] The reception device 10 may also include a card reader. The reception device 10 may acquire information from a card (such as a credit card, a transportation card, a membership card, or a My Number card) using, for example, Near Field Communication (NFC). The reception device 10 may also acquire information by reading an identification code such as a two-dimensional code using an optical reader.

[0028] Here, the reception device 10 is connected to the image forming device 20 and the processing device 40 via a network NW2.

[0029] Here, the network NW2 is a general network, and is configured, for example, by a LAN (Local Area Network) etc. The network NW2 may be either wired or wireless, and may be connected, for example, by using a mobile communication network etc. The network NW2 and the network NW3 may be the same network.

[0030] The receiving device 10 is connected to the server device 30 via a network NW1. The network NW1 is a dedicated line, which is a secure communication path (network) with closed domain characteristics. Note that the NW1 may be any secure network, and is preferably a dedicated line, but may be a virtual communication path (dedicated line) by constructing a VPN (Virtual Private Network), for example.

[0031] The processing device 40 is, for example, a general computer. It may be used by ordinary staff for general business, or may be a device located near a counter where the staff interacts with users. The staff can instruct the image forming device 20 to output content desired by the user by operating the processing device 40. The processing device 40 may be connected to, for example, a card reader that reads a card held by the user, or an imaging device for the user to perform face authentication. Also, only one processing device 40 may be connected to the network NW2, or multiple processing devices 40 may be connected to the network NW2.

[0032] The server device 30 is a device that provides content. Here, in this embodiment, a case where the system 1 is applied to administrative services will be described as an example. For example, the server device 30 is a server device 30 installed by a so-called administration (local government). For example, it is a server device that stores information managed by an existing resident registration system and information required for certificate issuance as content.

[0033] (Server device configuration) Here, the server device 30 is a device or service that provides content. The system 1 in Fig. 1 is simplified and the server device 30 is described as a single device, but it may be a service that provides content composed of multiple server devices, etc. In addition, content may be provided using a distributed model such as a blockchain.

[0034] In this embodiment, as an example of the system 1 using the server device 30, a system used when a local government issues a certificate will be described.

[0035] For example, as shown in FIG. 2, the server device 30 is a system that issues certificates based on general administrative services.

[0036] For example, each local government installs a certificate issuing server. The certificate issuing server uses a certificate issuing center to provide accepting device 10 with information that enables the issuing of a certificate.

[0037] The certificate issuing center, for example, has a wide area issuing server that relays communication between the accepting device 10 and the certificate issuing server. It may also include a relay encryption server to prevent forgery and tampering of data used in the certificate.

[0038] The certificate issuing center may also manage statistical information such as the number of certificates issued and the issuing locations.

[0039] Here, the network between the certificate issuing center and the accepting device 10 uses a dedicated line that ensures closedness in order to prevent access from third parties. Also, the network between the certificate issuing center and the local government may use a LGWAN (Local Government Wide Area Network), which is a closed network within the administrative agency.

[0040] A public personal authentication service center may also be used to authenticate users. For example, in the case of the JPKI authentication method, the certificate issuing center system queries the OCSP server (OCSP responder) of the public personal authentication service center (JPKI center) to check the revocation of the electronic certificate for user authentication stored in an identification card (e.g., My Number card). The OCSP server (OCSP responder) returns the revocation check result to the certificate issuing center system.

[0041] In this manner, in this embodiment, the server device 30 is described, but the certificate issuing service may include a plurality of server devices and services. As an overview of the service, for example, the mechanism disclosed by the Local Government Information Systems Agency (https: / / www.j-lis.go.jp / rdd / card / convinikoufu / cms_93097920214.html, https: / / www.j-lis.go.jp / rdd / card / convinikoufu / cms_93099520.html) can be used.

[0042] In the following embodiments, an My Number card (individual number card) will be described as an example of an identification card, but any card on which identification information that can uniquely identify an individual, a corporation, etc. is recorded may be used. In addition, My Number cards include not only cards in a general card shape, but also cards on which identification information is recorded, such as smartphones and smartphone watches.

[0043] [1.2 Hardware configuration] The hardware configuration of each device will be described below with reference to the drawings. Fig. 3 shows an example of the hardware configuration of the reception device 10, Fig. 4 shows the image forming device 20, Fig. 5 shows the server device 30, and Fig. 6 shows the hardware configuration of the processing device 40.

[0044] [1.2.1 Reception device] As shown in FIG. 3, the reception device 10 has a control unit 100, a storage 110 as a memory device, a ROM 120 and a RAM 130, a display unit 140, an operation unit 150, an image forming unit 160, a card reading unit 165, and a communication unit 170.

[0045] The control unit 100 is a functional unit for controlling the entirety of the reception device 10. The control unit 100 realizes various functions by reading and executing various programs stored in the storage 110 and the ROM 120, and may be realized by one or more control devices / arithmetic units (CPU (Central Processing Unit), SoC (System on a Chip)).

[0046] Storage 110 is a non-volatile storage device capable of storing programs and data. For example, storage 110 may be configured as a storage device such as a hard disk drive (HDD) or a solid state drive (SSD). Storage 110 may also be configured as an externally connectable USB memory, CD-ROM drive, or BD-drive. Storage 110 may also be a storage area on a cloud, for example.

[0047] The ROM 120 is a non-volatile memory that can retain programs and data even when the power is turned off.

[0048] The RAM 130 is a main memory that is mainly used when the control unit 100 executes processes. The RAM 130 is a rewritable memory that temporarily stores programs read from the storage 110 or the ROM 120, and data including execution results.

[0049] The display unit 140 is a display device capable of displaying various information and an execution screen. The display unit 140 may be, for example, a display device such as a liquid crystal display (LCD), an organic electroluminescence (EL) display, or an electrophoretic display. The display unit 140 also includes an interface to which a display device can be connected. For example, the display unit 140 may be configured with an external display device connected via an HDMI (registered trademark) (High-Definition Multimedia Interface), a DVI (Digital Visual Interface), or a Display Port.

[0050] The operation unit 150 is an operation device that allows a user to input operations. For example, it may be an operation device such as a touch panel integrated with the display unit 140 or an operation button. The operation unit 150 may also be an operation device such as a keyboard or a mouse. The operation unit 150 may also include an interface (e.g., a Universal Serial Bus (USB)) to which an operation device can be connected. For example, the reception device 10 may be connected to a different operation device (an operation device having a touch panel).

[0051] The image forming unit 160 forms an image, for example, on recording paper. The image forming unit 160 is, for example, a thermal printer (thermal transfer printer) that forms an image on thermal paper, and may be configured as an image forming device such as a printer. The image forming unit 160 may also form an image electronically as an image file.

[0052] The card reading unit 165 is a device that reads, for example, information for identifying personal information from various cards. For example, it is possible to read an electronic certificate for user authentication stored in a My Number card as an identification card. The card reading unit 165 may be a reader that reads an IC card (NFC, etc.) or a reader that reads magnetic data. It may also be a device that optically reads a two-dimensional code (a barcode reader, etc.).

[0053] The communication unit 170 is a communication interface for communicating with other devices. For example, it may be a network interface capable of providing a wired connection or a wireless connection. In this embodiment, communication with other devices is possible via a network NW.

[0054] In this embodiment, the image forming apparatus 20 includes a first communication unit 172 that communicates with the image forming apparatus 20, and a second communication unit 174 that communicates with the server apparatus 30. Here, the second communication unit 174 is preferably configured with, for example, a dedicated line.

[0055] In this embodiment, the first communication unit 172, which has a communication path established to communicate with devices connected via the network NW2 (e.g., the image forming device 20 and the processing device 40), and the second communication unit 174, which has a communication path established to communicate with the server device 30, are physically different from each other, but they may be separated in terms of software. For example, the second communication unit 174 may have secure communication established with the server device 30 via a VPN line.

[0056] That is, the first communication unit 172 is a communication unit that communicates with other devices (in this embodiment, the image forming device 20 and the processing device 40), and the second communication unit 174 is a communication unit for establishing secure communication with the server device 30.

[0057] Furthermore, the receiving device 10 may be directly connected to the image forming device 20 in addition to the network NW2. Furthermore, when the receiving device 10 communicates with the processing device 40, the communication may be relayed via the image forming device 20.

[0058] [1.2.2 Image forming device] As shown in FIG. 4, the image forming apparatus 20 has a control unit 200, a storage 210, a ROM 220 and a RAM 230 as memory devices, a display unit 240, an operation unit 250, an image forming unit 260, an image reading unit 265, a card reading unit 267, and a communication unit 270.

[0059] The control unit 200 is a functional unit for controlling the entire image forming apparatus 20. The control unit 200 realizes various functions by reading and executing various programs stored in the storage 210 and the ROM 220, and may be realized by one or more control devices / arithmetic units (CPU (Central Processing Unit), SoC (System on a Chip)).

[0060] The storage 210 is a non-volatile storage device capable of storing programs and data. For example, the storage 210 may be configured as a storage device such as a hard disk drive (HDD) or a solid state drive (SSD). The storage 210 may also be configured as a USB memory that can be connected to the outside. The storage 210 may also be a storage area on a cloud, for example.

[0061] The ROM 220 is a non-volatile memory that can retain programs and data even when the power is turned off.

[0062] The RAM 230 is a main memory that is mainly used by the control unit 200 when executing processes. The RAM 230 is a rewritable memory that temporarily stores programs read from the storage 210 or the ROM 220, and data including results of execution.

[0063] The display unit 240 is a display device capable of displaying various information and an execution screen. The display unit 240 may be, for example, a display device such as a liquid crystal display (LCD), an organic electroluminescence (EL) display, or an electrophoretic display. The display unit 240 also includes an interface to which a display device can be connected. For example, the display unit 240 may be configured with an external display device connected via an HDMI (registered trademark) (High-Definition Multimedia Interface), a DVI (Digital Visual Interface), or a Display Port.

[0064] The operation unit 250 is an operation device that allows a user to input operations. For example, it may be an operation device such as a touch panel integrated with the display unit 240 or an operation button. The operation unit 250 may also be an operation device such as a keyboard or a mouse. The operation unit 250 may also include an interface (for example, a Universal Serial Bus (USB)) to which an operation device can be connected. For example, the image forming apparatus 20 may be connected to a different operation device (an operation device having a touch panel).

[0065] The image forming unit 260 forms an image, for example, on a recording sheet. The image forming unit 260 includes, for example, an image carrier, forms a toner image on the image carrier, and transfers the image on the image carrier onto a recording sheet to form an image. The image forming unit 260 may be configured as an image forming device such as a printer. The image forming unit 260 may also form an image electronically as an image file.

[0066] The image reading unit 265 reads an original (image) and outputs it as image data. The image reading unit 265 is, for example, a scanner, and may be a reading device using a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) or a CIS (Contact Image Sensor).

[0067] The card reading unit 267 is a device that reads, for example, information for identifying personal information from various cards. For example, it is possible to read user identification information stored in an identification card. The card reading unit 267 may be a reader that reads an IC card (NFC, etc.), or a reader that reads magnetic data. It may also be a device that optically reads a two-dimensional code (a barcode reader, etc.).

[0068] The communication unit 270 is a communication interface for communicating with other devices. For example, it may be a network interface capable of providing a wired connection or a wireless connection. In this embodiment, communication with other devices is possible via the network NW2.

[0069] [1.2.3 Server device] As shown in FIG. 5, the server device 30 includes a control unit 300, a storage 310 as a storage device, a ROM 320 and a RAM 330, and a communication unit 370.

[0070] As described above, in this embodiment, a single server device is described, but functions and data may be arranged in the required server device, respectively, as necessary.

[0071] The control unit 300 is a functional unit for controlling the entire server device 30. The control unit 300 realizes various functions by reading and executing various programs stored in the storage 310 and the ROM 320, and may be realized by one or more control devices / arithmetic units (CPU (Central Processing Unit), SoC (System on a Chip)).

[0072] Storage 310 is a non-volatile storage device capable of storing programs and data. For example, it may be configured as a storage device such as a hard disk drive (HDD) or a solid state drive (SSD). Storage 310 may also be configured as an externally connectable USB memory, CD-ROM drive, or BD-drive. Storage 310 may also be a storage area on a cloud, for example.

[0073] The ROM 320 is a non-volatile memory that can retain programs and data even when the power is turned off.

[0074] The RAM 330 is a main memory that is mainly used when the control unit 300 executes processes. The RAM 330 is a rewritable memory that temporarily stores programs read from the storage 310 or the ROM 320, and data including execution results.

[0075] The communication unit 370 is a communication interface for communicating with other devices. For example, it may be a network interface capable of providing a wired connection or a wireless connection. In this embodiment, it is connectable to the reception device 10 via a dedicated line.

[0076] 5, the server device 30 may further include components such as a display unit and an operation unit. The server device 30 may achieve the same functions as the components such as the display unit and the operation unit by connecting a display device and an operation device. The server device 30 may provide a user interface for operation and management of other devices, as described later.

[0077] 1.2.4 Processing equipment As shown in FIG. 6, the processing device 40 has a control unit 400, a storage 410 as a memory device, a ROM 420 and a RAM 430, a display unit 440, an operation unit 450, a camera unit 460, a card reading unit 467, and a communication unit 470.

[0078] The control unit 400 is a functional unit for controlling the entire processing device 40. The control unit 400 realizes various functions by reading and executing various programs stored in the storage 410 and the ROM 420, and may be realized by one or more control devices / arithmetic units (CPU (Central Processing Unit), SoC (System on a Chip)).

[0079] The storage 410 is a non-volatile storage device capable of storing programs and data. For example, the storage device may be a storage device such as a hard disk drive (HDD) or a solid state drive (SSD). The storage 410 may also be an externally connectable USB memory, CD-ROM drive, or BD drive. The storage 410 may also be a storage area on a cloud, for example.

[0080] The ROM 420 is a non-volatile memory that can retain programs and data even when the power is turned off.

[0081] The RAM 430 is a main memory that is mainly used when the control unit 400 executes processes. The RAM 430 is a rewritable memory that temporarily stores programs read from the storage 410 or the ROM 420, and data including execution results.

[0082] The display unit 440 is a display device capable of displaying various information and an execution screen. The display unit 440 may be, for example, a display device such as a liquid crystal display (LCD), an organic electroluminescence (EL) display, or an electrophoretic display. The display unit 440 also includes an interface to which a display device can be connected. For example, the display unit 440 may be configured with an external display device connected via an HDMI (registered trademark) (High-Definition Multimedia Interface), a DVI (Digital Visual Interface), or a Display Port.

[0083] The operation unit 450 is an operation device that allows a user to input operations. For example, it may be an operation device such as a touch panel integrated with the display unit 440 or an operation button. The operation unit 450 may also be an operation device such as a keyboard or a mouse. The operation unit 450 may also include an interface (for example, a Universal Serial Bus (USB)) to which an operation device can be connected. For example, the processing device 40 may be connected to a different operation device (an operation device having a touch panel).

[0084] The camera unit 460 is a device used for image authentication of, for example, a user, a staff member, etc. For example, the control unit 400 causes the camera unit 460 to capture an image of the user's face and output the image as a face image.

[0085] Card reading unit 467 is a device that reads, for example, information for identifying personal information from various cards. For example, it is possible to read an electronic certificate for user authentication stored in a My Number card. Card reading unit 467 may be a reader that reads an IC card (NFC, etc.) or a reader that reads magnetic data. It may also be a device that optically reads a two-dimensional code (a barcode reader, etc.).

[0086] The communication unit 470 is a communication interface for communicating with other devices. For example, it may be a network interface capable of providing a wired connection or a wireless connection. In this embodiment, the communication unit 470 can be connected to the reception device 10 and the image forming device 20 via the NW2.

[0087] [1.3 Software configuration] The software configuration will be described with reference to Fig. 7. Fig. 7 is a diagram for explaining the main software configuration of the reception device 10, the image forming device 20, the server device 30, and the processing device 40.

[0088] [1.3.1 Reception device] The control unit 100 of the reception device 10 executes a program (application) stored in the storage 110 or the ROM 120, thereby functioning as each of the following components.

[0089] The content acquisition unit 102 acquires content from the server device 30. The content acquisition unit 102 stores the acquired content in the content storage area 112. Here, the content stored in the content storage area 112 may be deleted after a predetermined process is executed. For example, when print job data based on the content is generated, the control unit 100 deletes the content included in the print job data from the content storage area 112. The control unit 100 may also delete the content after a predetermined time has elapsed.

[0090] The content acquired by the content acquisition unit 102 is, for example, related to a certificate issued by a local government, which is the administration in this embodiment. If the server device 30 is installed by a local government, the certificate may be, for example, a resident's card (copy), a certificate of registered matters in the resident's card, a seal certificate, a family register certificate, a tax certificate, etc. Furthermore, the certificate may be, for example, a certificate issued by another administration other than the local government (a certified copy of a corporate registry (certificate of all historical matters / certificate of registered matters), a vehicle inspection certificate, a fixed asset appraisal report, etc.).

[0091] The personal authentication unit 104 authenticates the authenticity of the user. For example, the personal authentication unit 104 acquires user identification information (for example, My Number card information, electronic certificate, etc.) stored in the My Number card via the card reading unit 165. Then, the personal authentication unit 104 uses the electronic certificate and a password input by the user to inquire of a national certification authority (for example, J-LIS) to verify the identity of the user. Here, when the authenticity of the user can be authenticated, for example, a certificate related to the user can be issued as content. On the other hand, when the authenticity of the user cannot be authenticated, the content cannot be acquired. In other words, the user cannot be issued a certificate as content, for example.

[0092] Here, the legitimacy of a user indicates whether the user performing the procedure is the person in question. For example, when personal authentication is performed using a My Number card and the legitimacy of the user is confirmed, it can be confirmed that the user performing the procedure is the person listed on the My Number card. Furthermore, the method of authenticating the user by the personal authentication unit 104 includes a method of confirming whether the electronic certificate is valid. If the electronic certificate is not valid, the personal authentication unit 104 cannot authenticate the user's legitimacy in the first place. Furthermore, the personal authentication unit 104 can authenticate the legitimacy by using the electronic certificate and a password. If the password corresponding to the electronic certificate matches, the personal authentication unit 104 considers that it has authenticated the user's legitimacy.

[0093] The personal authentication unit 104 may use other mechanisms for authenticating a person, such as authentication using information on a mobile phone company user, authentication via another site, authentication using a card that can identify a person, biometric authentication, etc.

[0094] The print job generating unit 106 generates print job data to be transmitted to the image forming apparatus 20. The print job data includes data indicating the content (e.g., image data) and setting information including print settings and other information. The print job generating unit 106 stores the print job data related to the generated print job in the print job data storage area 114.

[0095] The print job generating unit 106 adds a PJL (Printer Job Language) header to the content (multi-TIFF file as an image file) acquired from the server device 30 (J-LIS service), for example.

[0096] The print job data generated by the print job generating unit 106 includes, for example, the information shown in Fig. 8(a). For example, the print job data shown in Fig. 8(a) stores setting information in association with content data (for example, "ji-001.tiff").

[0097] The setting information stores the user name who can output the content (e.g., "gyosei"), the job name (e.g., "JOB9477293"), the hold designation (e.g., "Hold Only"), the number of copies (e.g., "1"), single-sided / double-sided output setting (e.g., "Double-sided (long edge binding)"), the output tray (e.g., "top tray"), and the job result notification (e.g., "ON").

[0098] The job name is a name by which the image forming device 20 identifies a print job. The job name may be any name, or a number corresponding to the content may be added. For example, the job name may be a number using a number (e.g., an inquiry number) added by the server device 30 to the content, or may be the number added by the server device 30 itself.

[0099] The hold specification specifies whether the print job is to be executed immediately or temporarily stored and executed by the output person in the image forming apparatus 20. For example, when the hold specification is specified, the image forming apparatus 20 does not execute the print job immediately, but executes the print job after the output person operates it.

[0100] In Fig. 8(a), "Hold Only" is selected, and the print job is always temporarily saved. In this embodiment, the print job based on the content acquired from the server device 30 may always be designated as being on hold.

[0101] The number of copies, single-sided / double-sided setting, paper output tray, etc., are information indicating printing conditions when printing content in the image forming device 20. In addition to these, the print job generating unit 106 may set other printing conditions, such as the presence or absence of stapling, color / black and white type, paper size, paper feed tray, etc.

[0102] It is preferable that the printing conditions when printing the content in this embodiment are set by the print job generating unit 106 and cannot be changed in the image forming device 20. For example, the number of copies set by the print job generating unit 106 cannot be changed in the image forming device 20. In other words, it is preferable that the number of copies set by the user in the reception device 10 cannot be arbitrarily changed by the output person in the image forming device 20.

[0103] The job result notification is information indicating whether the image forming apparatus 20 notifies the reception apparatus 10 of the execution result of the print job. As the job result, for example, the image forming apparatus 20 can notify that the print job has been saved, that the print job has been executed, that the print job has been deleted, that the print job has been canceled, that the print job has resulted in an error, etc.

[0104] The receipt output unit 108 outputs (prints) a receipt from the image forming unit 160. Details of the receipt will be described later, but for example, a receipt with a receipt number printed on it is output to the user. The user then shows the receipt to the person who outputs the content, such as a staff member. Generally, the person who outputs the content outputs the content based on the receipt number printed on the receipt. Also, in this embodiment, the content can be output even without a receipt number by associating the counter (information including the processing device used at the counter, information about the staff member, etc.) with the content to be issued.

[0105] The content storage area 112 stores content acquired from the server device 30. The print job data storage area 114 stores print job data generated by the print job generating unit 106. The issuance application information storage area 116 stores issuance application information.

[0106] An example of the issuance application information will be described with reference to FIG. 8(b). When a user performs a procedure for issuance of content (e.g., a certificate), the issuance application information is stored as the currently applied for content. The issuance application information stores, for example, the type of application document (e.g., "resident's certificate"), the number of copies of the application document to be issued (e.g., "2"), the user identification information of the individual applying for the application document (e.g., "TK_01"), and the window ID (e.g., "-") as the content. The applied content including the type of content is called the applied content. For example, the reception device 10 can acquire data of the content corresponding to the applied content from the server device 30.

[0107] The application documents are stored as types of content that can be issued by the system 1. The application documents are predetermined by the system 1. That is, the types of content are types that the reception device 10 can acquire from the server device 30. The types of content may be set in advance by an administrator.

[0108] The number of copies is the number of copies of the application document, which is the content, to be printed. The number of copies may be input at the image forming device 20. In that case, it is not necessary to include information on the number of copies in the issuance application information.

[0109] The user identification information is identification information of an individual user, and is information that can be used when acquiring content from the server device 30. For example, the user identification information may be identification information acquired from a My Number card (My Number card information), or may be different information generated from the identification information stored in a My Number card (My Number card information).

[0110] The counter ID is device identification information for identifying the processing device 40. For example, the counter ID is set in association with the processing device 40 as shown in FIG. 8(c). Since the counter ID is information that can identify the processing device 40, for example, the device name or IP address may be used as is. If the staff or other outputter uses something that is easy to understand when outputting, the outputter can make fewer mistakes when inputting. Therefore, it is preferable to set the counter ID separately with a character string that is easy for the staff to input. For example, the counter ID may be a number with a predetermined number of digits (for example, a four-digit number, a six-digit number, etc.) or a combination of alphanumeric characters. If the counter ID is a number with a predetermined number of digits, it can be directly input from the numeric keypad of the image forming device 20, which improves the convenience of the staff.

[0111] In addition, in this embodiment, a counter ID is used as an example of device identification information, but other device identification information may be used. The device identification information used should be something that can uniquely identify the device and is preferably something that is easy for staff or the like to input into the image forming device 20. Also, instead of device identification information, information that identifies an individual outputter such as a staff member (outputter identification information) may be used. In this case, the outputter identification information inputted at the time of login in the processing device 40 may be used, or preset outputter identification information may be used.

[0112] The print job data may further include a reception number. The reception number is a kind of password added to the content. For example, a person who outputs the content can use the reception number to identify the content and output it.

[0113] The reception number may also be a password set for the print job data. For example, when the print job data is encrypted, the reception number is set as a password. Then, when the reception number inputted in the image forming device 20 matches the reception number set as the password, the print job data can be decrypted.

[0114] The reception number and password are one type of identification code. The identification code (identification number) may be called a PIN code, an access code, etc. instead of a password. The identification code may be called an acceptance number, an issue number, a management number, etc., in addition to the reception number. In this system, information for restricting access to a file (print job data), that is, an identification code for access restriction, is set. In other words, by using these identification codes, access to the print job data is restricted for the image forming device 20.

[0115] In addition, when a system using a reception number is used in combination, the reception number may be included. Since this embodiment does not use a reception number, the description will be given assuming that the reception number is not included.

[0116] [1.3.2 Image forming device] The control unit 200 of the image forming apparatus 20 executes a program (application) stored in the storage 210 or the ROM 220, thereby functioning as each of the following components.

[0117] The output person authentication unit 202 authenticates the output person and checks whether or not the output person has the authority to output the content. For example, the output person authentication unit 202 uses a card held by the output person to perform card authentication to check whether or not the output person has the authority.

[0118] Printing unit 204 forms an image from image forming unit 260 based on the print job data. Here, printing unit 204 may start printing immediately when a print job is input. Also, when a print job is input, printing unit 204 may temporarily store (hold) the print job data of the print job and perform printing based on an instruction. When printing unit 204 stores the print job data, it stores it in print job data storage area 212. In other words, print job data storage area 212 functions as a storage unit that stores the print job data.

[0119] Furthermore, when printing unit 204 prints content (image data) included in the print job data, it refers to the print settings. The print settings may be set in image forming device 20 or may be included in the print job data. Print unit 204 extracts the print settings included in the print job data and prints the content (image data) according to the extracted print settings.

[0120] [1.3.3 Server device] The control unit 300 of the server device 30 executes a program (application) stored in the storage 310 or the ROM 320, thereby functioning as each of the following components.

[0121] Content management unit 302 realizes a function of managing content, and for example transmits content to reception device 10 in response to a request from reception device 10. Content management unit 302 extracts necessary content (certificate) from content database 312 based on application information transmitted from reception device 10. Content management unit 302 then transmits the extracted content (image data) to reception device 10.

[0122] Furthermore, the content management unit 302 may manage whether or not the content has actually been output to the user. For example, when the content has actually been printed by the image forming apparatus 20, the content management unit 302 updates the content management information stored in the content management information storage area 314 based on a print completion notification transmitted from the image forming apparatus 20.

[0123] 9 is a diagram showing an example of content management information. The content management information stores, for example, a serial number (inquiry number) when a certificate is issued as the content, the date and time when the content is transmitted to the image forming device 20, the fee for the issuance, and the printing status of the content. The content management information may also include other information such as the region and place where the content was printed.

[0124] The print status of the content is “outputted” when the content is actually printed by the image forming apparatus 20. Note that the print job data based on the content may be “outputted” when the image forming apparatus 20 saves the data.

[0125] It should be noted that, for example, in the case of a certificate relating to an administrative service, the content may be managed by, for example, a certificate issuing center.

[0126] The personal authentication unit 304 performs authentication of the user. The personal authentication unit 304 is almost the same as the personal authentication unit 104 of the reception device 10, and the function may be provided in either one of them. The personal authentication unit 304 may perform personal authentication as necessary.

[0127] 1.3.4 Processing equipment The control unit 400 of the processing device 40 executes a program (application) stored in the storage 410 or the ROM 420, thereby functioning as each of the following components.

[0128] The counter ID setting unit 402 sets a counter ID for identifying the processing device 40. The set counter ID is stored in a counter ID storage area 412. The counter ID may be set uniformly by a manager or the like, or may be set by a staff member or the like.

[0129] The personal authentication unit 404 performs personal authentication of the user. For example, the personal authentication unit 404 performs personal authentication of the user by using the My Number card of the user read via the card reading unit 467.

[0130] [1.4 Processing flow] Next, a process flow of this embodiment will be described. The following process is preferably executed by each component explained in FIG. 7 as necessary, but for convenience of explanation, it will be explained as being executed by the control unit.

[0131] [1.4.1 Overall flow] First, an overview of the overall flow of the system 1 will be described with reference to FIG.

[0132] For example, a citizen (user) who desires to receive a certificate performs an issuance operation on the reception device 10 (S1002). Next, the reception device 10 updates the issuance application information and prints a receipt (S1004).

[0133] The user receives the printed receipt and presents it to the staff member who printed it (S1006). The staff member then asks the user to present an identification card that stores identification information for identifying the user (S1008). Here, the identification card may be, for example, a My Number card.

[0134] The user or staff member reads the ID card with the card reading unit 467 of the processing device 40 and executes the authentication process (S1010). Note that the authentication process only requires that the ID information stored in the ID card be acquired. Therefore, the processing device 40 may have the user enter a password, and acquire the identification information if authentication is successful. The processing device 40 may simply acquire the identification information from the ID card without performing any particular authentication. The processing device 40 may also use the camera unit 460 to perform authentication using face recognition.

[0135] When the processing device 40 has acquired the user's identification information, it requests the receiving device 10 for the application content, which is the content that the user has applied for by performing the issuance operation (S1012). The receiving device 10 refers to the issuance application information, and transmits the application content (e.g., a certificate) that corresponds to the user's identification information from among the application contents as an application content response to the processing device 40 (S1014).

[0136] The processing device 40 displays the content type response result to the staff or the like (S1016). For example, the processing device 40 may display a list of the requested content for which the user has performed a delivery operation and requested. The staff or the like then selects the requested content that the user wishes to output, and transmits information about the selected requested content, together with device identification information (e.g., a counter ID) for identifying the processing device 40, from the processing device 40 to the reception device 10 (S1018→S1020).

[0137] When the reception device 10 receives the information that the application content has been selected from the processing device 40, the reception device 10 updates the issuance application information by associating the application content with a window ID. That is, the reception device 10 assigns a window ID to the application content.

[0138] Next, a staff member or the like operates the image forming apparatus 20 to print the content. For example, an output person such as a staff member issues a print instruction to the image forming apparatus 20. At this time, the staff member or the like inputs information for identifying the processing device 40 (for example, a counter ID) to the image forming apparatus 20. The image forming apparatus 20 transmits a print job data request including the counter ID to the reception apparatus 10 (S1024).

[0139] Here, the reception device 10 refers to the issuance application information and acquires the content corresponding to the counter ID from the server device 30 (S1026). For example, the reception device 10 transmits to the server device 30 a content request including the user identification information (e.g., information related to the My Number card), the content to be issued (type of certificate), and the number of copies.

[0140] The server device 30 outputs the content based on the information included in the content request. That is, the server device 30 transmits the content data to the receiving device 10 as a content response (S1028).

[0141] The reception device 10 generates print job data based on the content. Then, the reception device 10 transmits the generated print job data to the image forming device 20 (S1030). The image forming device 20 may respond to the reception device 10 that the print job data has been stored (S1032).

[0142] The image forming apparatus 20 executes the print job and prints the content based on the print job data (S1034).

[0143] When the printing is completed, the image forming apparatus 20 may transmit a print completion notification to the reception apparatus 10 (S1036). In addition, the reception apparatus 10 may transmit a print completion notification to the server apparatus 30 (S1038).

[0144] The user pays a fee to a staff member or the like (S1040), and the outputter hands over the printed certificate to the user (S1042). This allows the user to receive the certificate of the authenticated person.

[0145] Furthermore, the image forming device 20 can accept print jobs from devices other than the receiving device 10. That is, the image forming device 20 can not only issue certificates, but also print general documents, etc. This allows the image forming device 20 to print certificates, which would normally require a dedicated line, via the receiving device 10, in addition to its normal functions.

[0146] [1.4.2 Reception device processing] The process performed by each device will be described below. First, the process performed by the reception device 10 will be described.

[0147] [1.4.2.1 Receipt Printing Process] 11 is a diagram explaining the process of printing a reception ticket by the reception device 10. First, the user uses the reception device 10 to select the content to be output (step S102). That is, the reception device 10 accepts an input of a content selection operation from the user.

[0148] Next, the control unit 100 executes an authentication process (step S104). The authentication process is a process executed by the personal authentication unit 104. The control unit 100 performs personal authentication verification from the server device 30 based on an electronic certificate acquired from, for example, a My Number card through the authentication process. Here, the control unit 100 can acquire the user identification information of the user (for example, My Number information from the My Number card).

[0149] Furthermore, the control unit 100 may identify the server device 30 from which the certificate is to be obtained by authentication processing. For example, the control unit 100 identifies a city, ward, town, or village from which the user can obtain a certificate, based on the electronic certificate stored in the My Number card. The control unit 100 then identifies the server device 30 from the city, ward, town, or village. Note that the server device 30 may identify the city, ward, town, or village by receiving the electronic certificate. Furthermore, the control unit 100 may allow the user to select a location from which the certificate is to be obtained.

[0150] When the authentication fails (step S106; No), the control unit 100 displays an error screen (step S111). For example, when the server device 30 fails to match the personal authentication, the control unit 100 executes a process of displaying a failure result notification screen for a certain period of time.

[0151] Here, if the user performs a cancel operation (step S113; Yes), the control unit 100 executes another process. If the user does not perform a cancel operation, the control unit 100 repeats the process from step S104 (step S113; No→step S104).

[0152] When authentication is performed correctly (for example, when personal authentication is not unsuccessfully verified by the server device 30), the control unit 100 may set the output conditions of the content (step S108). For example, when the number of copies of the certificate to be output as the content is set by the user, the control unit 100 sets the number of copies as the output conditions (print settings).

[0153] The control unit 100 generates a reception number (step S110). The reception number is printed on the reception ticket and can be confirmed by the user and staff. The control unit 100 updates the issuance application information (step S112). As a result, the content that the user wishes to be issued is treated as the requested content, and the issuance application information is updated by associating the content with the user's identification information. At this time, if the number of copies of the requested content to be printed has been input, the control unit 100 may store the number in the issuance application information. Note that updating the issuance application information includes newly storing the issuance application information when the issuance application information has not been stored.

[0154] Then, the control unit 100 outputs the reception ticket and judges whether or not to end the process (step S114->step S116). If the control unit 100 does not end the process, it returns to step S102 and executes the process again. For example, the control unit 100 may display a display screen on which the content to be output can be selected, and may accept the input of the next user, or may wait for reception.

[0155] [1.4.2.2 Content Output Processing] 12 is a diagram illustrating the process in which the reception device 10 outputs content. First, the control unit 100 receives an application content request from the processing device 40 (step S122). At this time, since the application content request includes user identification information that identifies the individual user authenticated by the processing device 40, the control unit 100 extracts the application content corresponding to the user identification information from the issuance application information. Then, the control unit 100 transmits the extracted application content to the processing device 40, which is the sender of the application content request (step S124).

[0156] Next, when the control unit 100 receives from the processing device 40 that one or more application contents have been selected (step S126; Yes), it associates the window ID transmitted with the selected application contents. That is, the control unit 100 updates the issuance application information using the information of the selected application content and the window ID (step S128). As a result, the window ID, which is device identification information, is assigned to the application content (content that the user wishes to output).

[0157] When the request for the application content has not been received, the control unit 100 transitions the process to step S130 (step S122; No). Also, when the application content has not been selected or a timeout has occurred in step S126, the process may transition to step S130.

[0158] Next, when the control unit 100 receives a print instruction from the image forming apparatus 20 (step S130; Yes), it searches the issuance application information to see if there is application content corresponding to the window ID. Here, if there is no print instruction (step S130; No), or if there is no application content corresponding to the window ID (step S132; No), the control unit 100 transitions the process to step S142. Note that if there is no application content corresponding to the window ID, the control unit 100 may transmit information indicating an error to the image forming apparatus 20.

[0159] Next, the control unit 100 transmits application information to the server device 30 based on the application content corresponding to the window ID (step S134). Here, the application information is information necessary to acquire the content from the server device 30. For example, the application information may include print settings including the type of content to be acquired, the number of copies, etc., and user identification information. The application information may also be the same as the issuance application information. The control unit 100 acquires the content from the server device 30 using the user's personal identification information.

[0160] Then, when the control unit 100 receives the content from the server device 30 (step S136; Yes), it generates print job data based on the received content (step S138). Then, the control unit 100 transmits the print job data to the image forming device 20 that transmitted the print instruction (step S140).

[0161] When the control unit 100 determines that the process is to be ended, the control unit 100 ends the process (step S142; Yes). When the control unit 100 determines that the process is to be continued, the control unit 100 repeatedly executes the process from step S122.

[0162] Note that the control unit 100 transmits the print job data to the image forming apparatus 20, but may also receive from the image forming apparatus 20 a notification that the print job data has been saved. Here, when the control unit 100 does not receive a notification that the print job data has been saved from the image forming apparatus 20, it may transmit the print job data to the image forming apparatus 20 again. When the control unit 100 does not receive a notification that the print job data has been saved from the image forming apparatus 20, it may delete the print job data once and have a staff member or the like carry out the procedure again. When the control unit 100 does not receive a notification that the print data has been saved a predetermined number of times for a predetermined period of time, it may stop the process as a timeout.

[0163] Furthermore, when the control unit 100 receives a print completion notification from the image forming apparatus 20, the control unit 100 may transmit a print completion notification to the server apparatus 30. Furthermore, when the printing by the image forming apparatus 20 is not completed, the control unit 100 may transmit an unprinted print notification to the server apparatus 30.

[0164] Here, the control unit 100 may determine that printing of the content (certificate) by the image forming apparatus 20 is not complete based on a notification from the image forming apparatus 20 that printing was not possible. Also, the control unit 100 may determine that printing was not performed when a print completion notification is not received from the image forming apparatus 20 even after a predetermined time has elapsed. For example, the control unit 100 may determine that printing is not complete when printing is not performed even after a predetermined time, such as 1 hour, 3 hours, or 24 hours, has elapsed since the print job was submitted, or when printing is not performed even after business hours have elapsed.

[0165] [1.4.3 Server device processing] 13 is a diagram showing the process of the server device 30. The control unit 300 receives the authentication information (step S202), and executes the authentication process (step S204). That is, the personal authentication unit 304 performs the authentication.

[0166] When the control unit 300 has successfully authenticated the user, it notifies the reception device 10 that the authentication has been successfully performed (step S206; Yes→step S208). When the control unit 300 has not successfully authenticated the user, it notifies the reception device 10 that the authentication has not been successfully performed (step S206; No→step S210).

[0167] For example, the control unit 300 may check the personal authentication and perform authentication based on whether or not the match is successful. The control unit 300 may transmit to the reception device 10 a match result indicating a successful match or a mismatch result indicating an unsuccessful match.

[0168] When the control unit 300 receives application information from the receiving device 10 (step S212; Yes), it transmits content (certificate) based on the application information to the receiving device 10 (step S214). For example, the control unit 300 generates image data of the content based on the certificate selected by the user. Here, the control unit 300 may transmit not only the content data but also data based on the application information to the receiving device 10. Furthermore, the control unit 300 may use the user identification information to perform authentication again and transmit the content to the receiving device 10.

[0169] Furthermore, the control unit 300 may receive a print notification from the reception device 10 and store the print result. In this case, the control unit 300 can provide statistical information such as whether or not the content (certificate) was actually issued.

[0170] [1.4.4 Processing equipment] 14 is a diagram showing the process of the processing device 40. The control unit 400 performs a process of authenticating the user (step S302).

[0171] For example, the control unit 400 performs authentication of the user by using an authentication card (e.g., My Number card) read by the card reading unit 467, a password input by the user, face authentication of the user, etc. The control unit 400 may perform authentication by using user identification information.

[0172] When the user authentication is performed correctly (step S304; Yes), the control unit 400 acquires user identification information from an authentication card (e.g., My Number card). For example, the control unit 400 acquires user identification information (e.g., My Number information) from the user's authentication card (step S306). Also, when authentication is performed using user identification information in step S302, the control unit 400 may acquire the user identification information acquired in step S302.

[0173] Here, the user identification information is the same as the user identification information used at the time of authentication in the reception device 10. In this manner, in this embodiment, authentication is performed by the reception device 10 and the processing device 40 using the same user identification information, so that it is guaranteed that the user who operated the reception device 10 and the user who came to the counter are the same.

[0174] When a staff member or the like operates the processing device 40 in response to a request from a user, the control unit 400 transmits a request for requested content including the user identification information to the reception device 10 (step S308). When the control unit 400 receives the requested content corresponding to the user identification information from the reception device 10, it displays the requested content (step S310).

[0175] For example, the control unit 400 displays a list of requested contents, and the user selects the requested content he or she wishes to print. At this time, a staff member or the like may check with the user and select the requested content. Also, a list of contents may be presented to the user using a device that allows the user to make a selection (for example, a display device with a touch panel function). At this time, the user may select the requested content himself or herself.

[0176] Then, when one or more application contents are selected (step S312; Yes), the control unit 400 transmits the selected application contents and a counter ID, which is identification information of the processing device 40, to the reception device 10 (step S314).

[0177] [1.4.5 Processing of image forming devices] 15 is a diagram showing the process of the image forming device 20. The control unit 200 executes an output authentication process (step S402). If the output person does not have the output authority, this process ends as an error (step S404; No). As an error process, the control unit 200 may display on the display unit that output is not possible, or may prompt the user to perform authentication again.

[0178] If the output user has the output authority (step S404; Yes), the control unit 200 accepts the input of device identification information (e.g., a counter ID, etc.) (step S406). The control unit 200 transmits a print job data request including the input counter ID to the reception device 10 (step S408).

[0179] When the control unit 200 receives the print job data from the reception device 10 (step S410; Yes), it stores the print job data (step S412). Then, the control unit 200 executes the print job and outputs the content (step S414). For example, the control unit 200 may print the content from the image forming unit 260. Also, the control unit 200 may transmit the content as electronic data to a user's terminal device via, for example, a communication unit.

[0180] If the print job data cannot be received (step S410; No), the control unit 400 inputs the window ID again (step S416; Yes→step S406) or performs error processing (step S416; No).

[0181] When printing of the content is completed, the control unit 200 may transmit a print notification indicating the completion of printing to the reception device 10.

[0182] [1.5 Example of operation] An example of the operation will be described using an example of a display screen.

[0183] For example, as shown in FIG. 16(a), a function selection screen is displayed on the display screen. "Certificate issue" is displayed in area R100 of the display screen. When the user selects "Certificate issue", the service of issuing a certificate is started. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 16(b), information to be conveyed to the user, such as consent items and cautions, may be displayed in area R110 on the display screen. Furthermore, when button B110 is selected, control unit 100 transitions the display screen to the next display screen (FIG. 17(a)). Furthermore, when button B120 is selected, control unit 100 transitions the display screen to the previous display screen (FIG. 16(a)).

[0184] Next, the reception device 10 displays a guidance screen on the display screen to prompt the user to insert the My Number card (for example, FIG. 17(a)). On the display screen of FIG. 17(a), a message "Please insert your My Number card" is displayed in area R120.

[0185] When the user sets the My Number card in the card reader, the reception device 10 prompts the user to select a certificate.

[0186] For example, as shown in area R130 of the display screen in Fig. 17(b), the user can select, as content, the type of certificate, the details to be included in the certificate, etc. The user can also select the number of required certificates to be issued.

[0187] For the document selected by the user, the reception device 10 displays a confirmation of the contents on the display screen. For example, the type of certificate, the items to be written on the certificate, and the number of copies are displayed in an area R140 of the display screen in FIG. 18(a).

[0188] Also, the user inputs a PIN at some point. Area R150 of the display screen in Fig. 18(b) can accept input of a PIN. For example, Fig. 18(b) is a display screen that accepts input of a PIN for user authentication or electronic certificate.

[0189] The receiving device 10 transmits the application information to the server device 30 and receives the content (certificate). While the receiving device 10 is executing the process, it may display a display screen showing the progress of the process, for example, as shown in Fig. 19(a). Area R160 of the display screen in Fig. 19(a) uses a progress bar to show the user how far the process has progressed.

[0190] Then, the reception device 10 displays a final application screen to the user. The display screen in Fig. 19(b) displays the type and number of copies of the certificate to be output in area R170. Also, area R170 of the display screen displays the amount of the certificate issuance fee.

[0191] When the user selects "Apply" on the button B170 in Fig. 19(b), the reception device 10 updates the issuance application information. The reception device 10 outputs a receipt.

[0192] At this time, the reception device 10 may display on the display screen that the reception ticket is being output. For example, the display screen of Fig. 20 displays in area R180 a message indicating that the reception ticket is being printed.

[0193] 21 is a diagram showing an example of a receipt output by the reception device 10. For example, the necessary items are printed on the receipt. For example, the receipt may include the fee amount, the number of copies issued, the date of issuance, and the serial number (inquiry number) of the certificate issued. The reception device 10 may also print the receipt number.

[0194] Furthermore, the reception device 10 may also print, for example, a reception number represented by an identification code such as a barcode on the reception slip.

[0195] The user receives the reception ticket output from reception device 10 and submits it to the person who printed it out (for example, a staff member) at the counter where the certificate is issued.

[0196] The staff or the like prompts the user to perform authentication, for example by having the user place their My Number card on the card reading unit 467 of the processing device 40. The staff or the like then acquires user identification information (e.g., My Number information) from the My Number card. When the processing device 40 transmits the user identification information (e.g., My Number information) to the reception device 10, a list of application contents that the user can output is displayed on the screen. In FIG. 22, two certificates are displayed in area R200 as application contents that can be output.

[0197] The output person logs in as a certificate issuing user to the image forming apparatus 20. For example, the output person uses a card on which the certificate issuing user information is recorded, and logs in to the image forming apparatus 20 by card authentication. Then, the output person switches the image forming apparatus 20 to a mode for issuing a certificate.

[0198] For example, area R242 in Fig. 23(a) is provided with an input field for inputting a reception ID. The person making the output can print the certificate by inputting a reception ID in area R242.

[0199] Note that area R244 is an area where the number of copies can be set. In Fig. 23(a), it is displayed as grayed out and the outputter cannot change it. This makes it possible to prevent the outputter from outputting more certificates than the number set by the user, against the user's intention.

[0200] It is preferable for the output person to confirm that the user desiring to receive the certificate is the person who issued the certificate by checking the My Number card of the user, etc. It is also preferable for the output person to check that the certificate has no printing defects.

[0201] It is also preferable for the outputter to receive the fee for the certificate from the user. At this time, the fee to be collected by the outputter is the fee printed on the receipt. The outputter hands over the certificate to the user in exchange for receiving the fee. The outputter may also prepare a receipt.

[0202] 23(b) is a display screen displayed on the processing device 40. At the time of issuance, information such as the name and address of the person who applied for the issuance of the certificate is displayed on R212. This information is displayed to confirm that the printed certificate is the user's certificate. This personal information may be switched between displayed and hidden by, for example, selecting a button B210.

[0203] Additionally, the fee is displayed in area R214, allowing staff or the like to easily check the fee to be collected from the user.

[0204] [1.6 Application Examples] The system of this embodiment has been described as being applied to administrative services. That is, the user uses a My Number card as a method of personal authentication, and a certificate issued by a local government is used as the content. However, the above-mentioned system can also be used in other systems.

[0205] For example, the server device may be a seat reservation system managed by an airline or a railway operator. In this case, a user inputs necessary seat information (e.g., flight to be used, type of seat, position, etc.) using the reception device 10. The reception device 10 transmits the seat information to the server device 30 that provides a seat reservation management service.

[0206] When a seat reservation is confirmed, the server device 30 transmits image data of the ticket or airline ticket as content to the reception device 10. The reception device 10 generates print job data based on the image data of the ticket or airline ticket, and transmits it to the image forming device 20. The image forming device 20 prints the ticket or airline ticket according to the operation of the output person.

[0207] In this way, the system of the present embodiment can also be applied to a seat reservation system, etc. Note that the system can also be applied to other systems besides seat reservation systems, such as a movie theater reservation system and a hotel reservation system.

[0208] The system may provide simple content in response to user operations, such as newspapers, pictures, and photographs.

[0209] [1.7 Effects] As described above, according to this embodiment, it is possible to efficiently acquire and output contents by combining the reception device 10 and the image forming device 20. Contents can be acquired efficiently because, by performing operation input for acquiring contents on the reception device 10, even when a plurality of reception devices 10 are used, each content can be acquired in parallel.

[0210] Furthermore, when a staff member or the like outputs content from the image forming apparatus 20, the staff member or the like may use information that identifies the processing device 40, without using the reception number. For example, in the above-described embodiment, the content can be output from the image forming apparatus 20 by using the counter ID. This allows the staff member or the like who outputs the content to avoid input errors caused by using a different reception number each time, and also eliminates the need to input a different number each time, improving convenience.

[0211] In this way, according to this embodiment, it is possible to provide a system that ensures security while ensuring convenience.

[0212] [2. Second embodiment] A second embodiment will be described below. The second embodiment is an embodiment in which the content that the user has operated the reception device 10 to output is cancelled.

[0213] In this embodiment, only the differences from the first embodiment will be described, and a description of the similarities in functional configuration and processing will be omitted.

[0214] In this embodiment, the reception device 10 executes the process of Fig. 24. The control unit 100 receives an application content request from the processing device 40 (step S152). At this time, since the application content request includes user identification information that identifies the individual user, the control unit 100 extracts the application content corresponding to the user identification information from the issuance application information. Then, the control unit 100 transmits the extracted application content to the processing device 40, which is the sender of the application content request (step S154).

[0215] Next, when the control unit 100 receives from the processing device 40 that the application content has been selected (step S156; Yes), it judges whether the request is a deletion request for the application content (step S158). For example, in step S314 in Fig. 14 in the first embodiment, the processing device 40 transmits information on the application content to be acquired, but in this embodiment, the processing device 40 transmits information including information indicating the deletion of the selected application content information.

[0216] 25 is an example of a display screen of the processing device 40. A list of requested contents is displayed in area R300. Here, a staff member or the like selects the requested content that the user has requested to be deleted and issues an instruction to delete it. This causes a deletion request to be transmitted from the processing device 40 to the reception device 10. The deletion request needs to include at least information that identifies the requested content to be deleted. The deletion request may also include user identification information.

[0217] When the control unit 100 determines that the request is for deleting the requested content (step S158; Yes), it deletes the requested content selected from the issuance request information (step S160).

[0218] In this manner, according to this embodiment, even if a user has already applied for content, the user can cancel the application at his / her own request.

[0219] [3. Third embodiment] A third embodiment will be described. In this embodiment, a mobile terminal device 12 is used instead of the reception device 10. Note that in this embodiment, only the differences from the first embodiment will be described, and the same functional configurations and processes will not be described.

[0220] Fig. 26 is a diagram replacing Fig. 1 of the first embodiment. That is, an application having functions equivalent to those provided by the reception device 10 is installed on a device such as a smartphone or tablet of a user. By using his / her own mobile terminal device 12, the user can realize functions equivalent to those of the above-mentioned embodiment.

[0221] In this case, the receipt may be displayed on the display screen of the portable terminal device 12.

[0222] It is also preferable that a secure communication path can be established between the mobile terminal device 12 and the server device 30. In this case, the secure communication path may be established, for example, by an application capable of providing a VPN function. Also, an access point having a relay function may be provided between the server device 30 and the mobile terminal device 12. In this case, the server device 30 and the access point may be connected by a secure communication path (for example, a dedicated line).

[0223] Furthermore, the functions of the reception device 10 may be realized by a server device 50 capable of providing cloud services. For example, the functions of the reception device 10 described in the first embodiment are realized in the server device 50. A user may access the server device 50 by using a mobile terminal device 12, for example, a web browser, to realize functions equivalent to those of the reception device 10.

[0224] At this time, the issuance application information may be stored on the server device 50. As a result, whether the function of the reception device 10 is realized by an application of the mobile terminal device 12 or by the server device 50, the processing device 40 only needs to transmit the counter ID to the server device 50.

[0225] Also, some of the functions of the reception device 10 may be realized by an application on the portable terminal device 12, and functions not realized by the application on the portable terminal device 12 may be realized by the server device 50. For example, the personal authentication unit 104 and reception ticket output unit 108 may be realized by the portable terminal device 12, and the content acquisition unit 102 and print job generation unit 106 may be realized by the server device 50.

[0226] [4. Fourth embodiment] A fourth embodiment will be described below. In the fourth embodiment, the reception device 10 acquires content from the server device 30 when the reception device 10 receives an operation from a user.

[0227] The overall processing flow of this embodiment will be described with reference to the sequence diagram of Fig. 27. Fig. 27 is a diagram replacing Fig. 10 of the first embodiment. The same processes as those in Fig. 10 are denoted by the same reference numerals.

[0228] 27, when a content is delivered by a user (S1002), the reception device 10 transmits a content request to the server device 30 (S1026). Then, the reception device 10 receives a content response from the server device 30, and prints out a reception ticket with the content saved as the applied content (S1004).

[0229] Then, when the reception device 10 receives an application content request from the processing device 40, it transmits information on the stored application content to the processing device 40 (S1012 to S1016). When the reception device 10 receives information that the application content has been selected from the processing device 40, it associates a counter ID with the issuance application information corresponding to the application content. Then, the reception device 10 generates print job data based on the data of the content corresponding to the selected application content, and transmits it to the image forming device 20 (S1030).

[0230] The reception device 10 may add information about the counter ID to the application content. In this case, the reception device 10 does not need to store the counter issuance application information.

[0231] Then, when a print instruction is given (S1022), the image forming apparatus 20 accepts input of a window ID from a person who outputs the content, such as a staff member. Then, the image forming apparatus 20 executes the print job data corresponding to the window ID from among the stored print job data, and prints the content (S1034).

[0232] Thus, according to this embodiment, the image forming device 20 can acquire print job data in advance. For example, in the process of the first embodiment, when the reception device 10 cannot correctly acquire the content requested by the user, the user must repeat the procedure for issuing the content at the reception device 10. In this embodiment, the content is acquired while the user is operating the reception device 10, and the reception device 10 issues a reception ticket after the content is saved therein. Therefore, it is possible to avoid a situation where the content cannot be acquired at the time the user presents the reception ticket to a staff member or other output person.

[0233] [5. Fifth Embodiment] The fifth embodiment will be described. In the fifth embodiment, similar to the fourth embodiment, content is stored in the image forming device 20 before a print instruction is given by an output person such as a staff member. The difference from the fourth embodiment is that the timing of acquiring content is after the application content is selected, similar to the first embodiment.

[0234] The overall processing flow of this embodiment will be described with reference to the sequence diagram of Fig. 28. Fig. 28 is a diagram replacing Fig. 10 of the first embodiment. The same processes as those in Fig. 10 are denoted by the same reference numerals.

[0235] 28, when application content is selected in the processing device 40 (S1020), the receiving device 10 acquires content corresponding to the selected application content from the server device 30 (S1026, S1028). Then, the receiving device 10 generates print job data based on the acquired content and transmits it to the image forming device 20 (S1030, S1032).

[0236] When a counter ID is input by a staff member or other output person, the image forming apparatus 20 executes print job data corresponding to the counter ID and prints the content (S1022, S1034). Thus, in this embodiment, at the timing when a staff member or other output person inputs a counter ID to the image forming apparatus 20, print job data based on the content is stored in the image forming apparatus 20. For example, in the first embodiment, if the content cannot be acquired after the staff member or other output person inputs the counter ID to the image forming apparatus 20, the staff member or other output person needs to inform the user of that fact again at the counter. In this embodiment, for example, after selecting the applied content on the processing device 40, it can be confirmed immediately that the content cannot be acquired, so that the user can be notified of that fact early and prompted to perform an operation to issue the content again.

[0237] [6. Sixth Embodiment] A sixth embodiment will now be described. In the sixth embodiment, the print job data has already been saved in the image forming device 20 at the time the reception ticket is printed.

[0238] The overall processing flow of this embodiment will be described with reference to the sequence diagram of Fig. 29. Fig. 29 is a diagram replacing Fig. 10 of the first embodiment. The same processes as those in Fig. 10 are denoted by the same reference numerals.

[0239] When a content delivery operation is performed by a user on the reception device 10 (S1002), the reception device 10 acquires the content from the server device 30 (S1026, S1028). Then, the reception device 10 generates print job data based on the acquired content and transmits it to the image forming device 20 (S1030).

[0240] At this time, the reception device 10 may transmit information on the application documents and information on the number of copies to the image forming device 20. For example, when the image forming device 20 stores the issuance application information, the image forming device 20 may store information on the application process and information on the number of copies in the issuance application information. When the image forming device 20 generates print job data, it may store the job name in the issuance application information.

[0241] Then, when the reception device 10 is notified by the image forming device 20 that the print job data has been saved (S1032), the reception device 10 prints a reception ticket (S1004).

[0242] The processing device 40 also transmits a request for the application content corresponding to the user to the image forming device 20 (S1050). The image forming device 20 transmits information on the application content corresponding to the user to the processing device 40 as an application content response (S1052). Here, when an output person such as a staff member selects the application content (S1018), the processing device 40 notifies the image forming device 20 of the selected application content (S1054).

[0243] The image forming apparatus 20 may update the issuance application information so as to associate the window ID with the application content. The image forming apparatus 20 may also add information related to the window ID to the print job data.

[0244] When a print instruction is given by a person who outputs the content, such as a staff member, the image forming device 20 prints the content (S1022, S1034). At this time, the image forming device 20 may execute the print job data corresponding to the counter ID included in the print instruction by referring to the issuance application information. Also, when the counter ID information is added to the print job data, the image forming device 20 may execute the print job data corresponding to the counter ID.

[0245] In this manner, in this embodiment, when the receipt slip is printed, the content is already saved as print job data in the image forming device 20. Therefore, when the user applies for the issuance of the content at the counter, the waiting time can be reduced. Also, when the user is unable to obtain the content during the issuing operation at the reception device 10, the user can perform the operation again.

[0246] [7. Modifications] The present disclosure is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications are possible. In other words, embodiments obtained by combining technical means that are appropriately modified within the scope that does not deviate from the gist of the present disclosure are also included in the technical scope.

[0247] In addition, although the above-mentioned embodiments are described separately for convenience of explanation, they can be combined to the extent possible. In addition, the present invention intends to obtain rights to any of the technologies described in the specification through amendments or divisional applications, etc.

[0248] In the above-described embodiment, the password is an identification code required when accessing a file. The file may be a content file or a simple data file other than a print job data file. The security of the file may be such that the output of the file or access to the file is restricted depending on whether the password matches or does not match. Therefore, as described in the embodiment, the output of the file or access to the file may be restricted by determining whether the password matches or does not match the reception number stored as a setting item or attribute of the file.

[0249] In addition, the programs that run on each device in each embodiment are programs that control the CPU and the like (programs that make a computer function) so as to realize the functions of the above-mentioned embodiments. Information handled by these devices is temporarily stored in a temporary storage device (e.g., RAM) during processing, and is then stored in various ROMs and HDDs, and is read, modified, and written by the CPU as necessary.

[0250] Here, the recording medium for storing the program may be any of semiconductor media (e.g., ROM, non-volatile memory cards, etc.), optical recording media, magneto-optical recording media (e.g., DVD (Digital Versatile Disc), CD (Compact Disc), BD (Blu-ray (registered trademark) Disc), etc.), magnetic recording media (e.g., magnetic tape, flexible disk, etc.), etc.

[0251] In addition, when distributing the program on the market, the program can be stored in a portable recording medium and distributed, or transferred to a server computer connected via a network such as the Internet. In this case, the storage device of the server device is of course included in the present invention.

[0252] Furthermore, the above-mentioned data may not be stored in the device, but may be stored in an external device and called up as appropriate. For example, the data may be stored in a NAS (Network Attached Storage) or on the cloud.

[0253] The scope of the present disclosure is not limited to the configurations explicitly described in the specification, but includes combinations of the technologies disclosed in the present specification. The configurations of the present disclosure that are to be patented are described in the attached claims, but it is not intended to exclude them from the technical scope because they are not described in the claims.

[0254] In addition, in the above-mentioned specification, the statements "in the case of" and "when" are merely examples, and are not intended to limit the configuration to the described contents. Configurations other than these cases and times are also disclosed to the extent that would be obvious to a person skilled in the art, and the company intends to obtain rights to them.

[0255] In addition, the processes and data flows described in the specification are not limited to the order in which they are described. For example, the present application discloses configurations in which some parts of the processes are deleted or the order is changed, and the applicant intends to obtain the rights to such configurations.

[0256] Furthermore, although the functions described in the embodiments are executed by each device, they may be realized by one device, or an external server may be used.

[0257] In addition, each functional block or feature of the device used in the above-mentioned embodiment may be implemented or performed by an electric circuit, for example, an integrated circuit or a plurality of integrated circuits. The electric circuit designed to perform the functions described herein may include a general-purpose processor, a digital signal processor (DSP), an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), or other programmable logic device, discrete gate or transistor logic, discrete hardware components, or a combination thereof. The general-purpose processor may be a microprocessor, or a conventional processor, controller, microcontroller, or state machine. The electric circuit described above may be composed of a digital circuit or an analog circuit. In addition, when a technology for integrated circuitization that replaces current integrated circuits appears due to the progress of semiconductor technology, one or more aspects of the present disclosure may use a new integrated circuit according to that technology. [Explanation of symbols]

[0258] 1 System 10 Reception device 100 Control section 110 Storage 120 ROM 130 RAM 140 Display section 150 Operation section 160 Image forming section 165 Card reader 170 Communications Department 172 First Communications Department 174 2nd Communications Department 20 Image forming device 200 Control section 210 Storage 220 ROM 230 RAM 240 Display section 250 Operation section 260 Image forming section 265 Image reading unit 267 Card reader 270 Communications Department 30 Server device 300 Control section 310 Storage 320 ROM 330 RAM 370 Communications Department 40 Processing equipment 400 Control section 410 Storage 420 ROM 430 RAM 440 Display section 450 Control unit 460 Camera Division 467 Card reader 470 Communications Department

Claims

1. A system including a reception device, a processing device, a server device, and an image forming device, The reception device includes: a reception unit for receiving requested content from a user; an allocation unit that allocates device identification information for identifying the processing device to the applied content; a content acquisition unit that acquires, when the device identification information is acquired from the image forming device, a content corresponding to the applied content assigned to the device identification information from a server device; having The image forming apparatus includes an output unit that outputs the content acquired by the reception device. system.

2. the reception device further includes a first acquisition unit configured to acquire first user identification information for identifying the user, the accepting unit accepts the applied content by using the first user identification information, the processing device has a second acquisition unit that acquires second user identification information that identifies the user, The allocation unit allocates the device identification information to the applied content corresponding to the first user identification information that matches the second user identification information. The system of claim 1 .

3. The allocation unit allocates the device identification information to a requested content selected from the stored requested content when a plurality of requested contents are stored. The system of claim 2.

4. The reception device includes: A generation unit that generates a print job from the content; a transmission unit that transmits the print job to the image forming apparatus; Further comprising: The output unit outputs the content by executing the print job received from the reception device. The system of claim 3.

5. In the reception device, the receiving unit stores the application content and the first user identification information as issuance application information in association with each other; The allocation unit further associates device identification information with the application content in response to the issuance application information, thereby allocating the device identification information to the application content. The system of claim 2.

6. When the reception device receives a request to delete the applied content from the processing device, the reception device deletes information on the applied content corresponding to the deletion request from the issuance application information. The system of claim 5.

7. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the reception device is a mobile terminal device operable by the user.

8. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the device identification information is a character string that can be set by an administrator in the processing device.

9. The reception unit acquires the first user identification information from an identification card of the user. The system of claim 2.

10. A system including a reception device, a processing device, a server device, and an image forming device, The reception device includes: a reception unit for receiving requested content from a user; an allocation unit that allocates device identification information for identifying the processing device to the applied content; a first content acquisition unit that acquires content corresponding to the applied content from the server device; having The image forming apparatus includes: a second content acquisition unit that acquires, upon acquisition of the device identification information, content corresponding to the applied content assigned to the device identification information from the accepting device; an output unit for outputting the acquired content; A system having

11. A system including a reception device, a processing device, a server device, and an image forming device, The reception device includes: a reception unit for receiving requested content from a user; a first content acquisition unit that acquires content corresponding to the applied content from the server device; having The image forming apparatus includes: a second content acquisition unit that acquires the content from the reception device; an allocation unit that allocates device identification information for identifying the processing device to the content based on a request from the processing device; an output unit that outputs the content assigned to the device identification information when the device identification information is input; A system having

12. A content output method in a system including a first terminal device, a second terminal device, a server device, and an image forming device, comprising: accepting application content from a user in a first terminal device; assigning device identification information for identifying a second terminal device to the requested content; When the device identification information is input to the image forming device, a content corresponding to the applied content assigned to the device identification information is acquired from a server device; outputting the acquired content from the image forming device; Content output methods including:

13. a reception unit for receiving requested content from a user from another terminal device; an allocation unit that allocates device identification information for identifying the other terminal device to the application content; a content acquisition unit that acquires, when the device identification information is acquired from the image forming device, a content corresponding to the applied content assigned to the device identification information from the server device; a transmission unit that generates print job data executable in the image forming device based on the content and transmits the print job data to the image forming device; A terminal device comprising:

14. An image forming apparatus capable of communicating with a system including a reception device for receiving application content from a user, a processing device for outputting device identification information corresponding to the application content, and a server device for distributing content corresponding to the application content, A control unit and an image forming unit are provided. The control unit is Obtaining the device identification information; requesting the reception device for a print job corresponding to the device identification information; obtaining, from the reception device, a print job based on the content identified by the reception device from the device identification information; The print job is executed to output the content from the image forming unit. Image forming device.

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