Sales data processing device and program

Abstract

The present invention provides a sales data processing device and program that can switch the target device according to the intended operator. [Solution] The sales data processing device comprises a detection means, a setting means, and a control means. The detection means detects a switching factor that switches between a first mode operated by a store employee and a second mode operated by a customer. The setting means sets the device to the first mode or the second mode according to the switching factor detected by the detection means. The control means operates the devices associated with the first mode or the second mode set by the setting means, based on setting information that specifies which devices to operate when the first mode is in operation and which devices to operate when the second mode is in operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] Embodiments of the present invention relate to a sales data processing apparatus and a program.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, in convenience stores and specialty retail stores, POS (Point Of Sales) terminals are used. In addition, there is a self-POS terminal that executes a product registration process for registering products to be sold and an accounting process for the products registered by the product registration process by the customer's own operation on the POS terminal.

[0003] In a retail store, there are various operations such as product display work and product ordering, so there are time periods when there is a shortage of store clerks. In such time periods when there is a shortage of store clerks, it is not possible to arrange a full-time store clerk to operate the POS terminal. Therefore, the retail store wants to operate the POS terminal as a self-POS terminal that allows customers to operate it during time periods when there is a shortage of store clerks.

[0004] However, since various spare parts and the like are placed inside the counter on which the POS terminal is placed, the customer has to operate it as a self-POS terminal standing outside the counter. That is, the customer cannot operate the device from inside the counter, that is, from the store clerk side.

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a sales data processing apparatus and a program that can switch the device to be operated according to the assumed operator.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] The sales data processing device of the embodiment comprises a detection means, a setting means, and a control means. The detection means detects a switching factor that switches between a first mode operated by a store employee and a second mode operated by a customer. The setting means sets the device to the first mode or the second mode according to the switching factor detected by the detection means. The control means operates the devices associated with the first mode or the second mode set by the setting means, based on setting information that specifies which devices to operate when the first mode is in operation and which devices to operate when the second mode is in operation. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0007] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is an external perspective view showing an example of the appearance of a POS terminal. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a block diagram showing an example of a POS terminal hardware configuration. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the data structure of the mode setting table. [Figure 4] Figure 4 is a block diagram showing an example of a characteristic functional configuration of a POS terminal. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the mode setting process performed by a POS terminal. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0008] The following describes in detail embodiments of the sales data processing device and program with reference to the attached drawings. Note that the embodiments described below are just one example of the sales data processing device and program, and do not limit their configuration or specifications. The sales data processing device and program of this embodiment are examples of applications to a POS (Point of Sales) terminal installed in a retail store.

[0009] Figure 1 is an external perspective view showing an example of the appearance of POS terminal 1. The POS terminal 1 shown in Figure 1 is viewed from the customer's perspective. POS terminal 1 has a self-service POS mode in which a store employee operates the product registration process to register the products to be sold and the accounting process for the products registered through the product registration process, and a normal POS mode in which the customer operates the product registration process and the accounting process.

[0010] In normal POS mode, the customer operates POS terminal 1 on their side to register products and process payments. In contrast, in self-service POS mode, the store clerk operates POS terminal 1 on the opposite side of the terminal to register products and process payments.

[0011] The POS terminal 1 is equipped with a first display unit 11, a second display unit 12, and a keyboard 13 on its top surface. The first display unit 11 is a touch panel display in which a touch panel is stacked on the display surface. The first display unit 11 displays various information facing the customer.

[0012] The second display unit 12 is a touch panel display with a touch panel stacked on its display surface. The second display unit 12 is oriented in the opposite direction to the first display unit 11. That is, the second display unit 12 displays various information facing the store clerk. The keyboard 13 is an input device equipped with various keys for operating the POS terminal 1. The keyboard 13 is positioned in front of the second display unit 12.

[0013] Furthermore, the POS terminal 1 is equipped with a first reading window 141, a first receipt output slot 161, a first coin input slot 181, a first coin dispensing slot 182, a first banknote deposit slot 183, and a first banknote dispensing slot 184 on the customer-facing side. The first reading window 141, the first receipt output slot 161, the first coin input slot 181, the first coin dispensing slot 182, the first banknote deposit slot 183, and the first banknote dispensing slot 184 are all facing the customer.

[0014] The first reading window 141 is formed of a light-transmitting plate. The first reading window 141 is a window that allows light from the first scanner 14 (see Figure 2), which is housed inside the POS terminal 1, to pass through to the outside. The first scanner 14 reads code symbols such as barcodes and 2D codes that are held in front of the first reading window 141. As a result, the first scanner 14 reads product information of, for example, the product to be sold.

[0015] The first receipt output port 161 is an output port for ejecting receipts and the like issued by the first printing unit 16 (see Figure 2) housed inside the POS terminal 1. The first printing unit 16 is a printer that issues receipts with various information related to a single transaction printed on them.

[0016] The POS terminal 1 is equipped with a change dispenser 18 (see Figure 2) inside. The change dispenser 18 is a device such as a change machine that stores the money inserted and dispenses the change. Note that the change dispenser 18 is not limited to a change machine that handles both coins and banknotes, but may also be a change machine that handles either coins or banknotes.

[0017] The first coin slot 181 is a slot for accepting coins. The first coin dispensing slot 182 is a slot for dispensing coins. The first banknote deposit slot 183 is a slot for accepting banknotes. The first banknote dispensing slot 184 is a slot for dispensing banknotes.

[0018] The change dispenser 18 transports coins inserted through the first coin slot 181 and banknotes inserted through the first banknote deposit slot 183 to the first money transporter 185 (see Figure 2) and then to the money storage unit (not shown). The change dispenser 18 also transports coins dispensed through the first coin dispensing slot 182 and banknotes dispensed through the first banknote dispensing slot 184 from the storage unit to the first money transporter 185. The first money transporter 185 has a storage unit for storing banknotes and coins, a transport belt (not shown) for transporting money, and a transport motor for driving the transport belt.

[0019] The POS terminal 1 can be equipped with a cover (not shown) that covers the customer side of the POS terminal 1. More specifically, the POS terminal 1 can be equipped with a cover (not shown) that covers the first reading window 141, the first receipt outlet 161, the first coin insertion slot 181, the first coin dispensing slot 182, the first banknote deposit slot 183, and the first banknote dispensing slot 184. For example, the POS terminal 1 wears a cover to prevent unintentional operations by customers, etc. in the normal POS mode. Note that the cover is not limited to a cover that covers all of the first reading window 141, the first receipt outlet 161, the first coin insertion slot 181, the first coin dispensing slot 182, the first banknote deposit slot 183, and the first banknote dispensing slot 184, and may be a cover that covers any one or more of them.

[0020] Also, on the side surface of the POS terminal 1 on the clerk side, there are provided a second reading window (not shown), a second receipt outlet (not shown), a second coin insertion slot (not shown), a second coin dispensing slot (not shown), a second banknote deposit slot (not shown), and a second banknote dispensing slot (not shown). And the second reading window, the second receipt outlet, the second coin insertion slot, the second coin dispensing slot, the second banknote deposit slot, and the second banknote dispensing slot are directed toward the clerk side.

[0021] The second reading window is formed of a plate that can transmit light. The second reading window is a window that transmits the light of the second scanner 15 (see FIG. 2) stored inside the POS terminal 1 to the outside. The second scanner 15 reads code symbols such as barcodes and two-dimensional codes held in front of the second reading window. Thereby, the second scanner 15 reads, for example, the product information of the product to be sold.

[0022] The second receipt outlet is an outlet for discharging receipts, etc. issued by the second printing unit 17 (see FIG. 2) stored inside the POS terminal 1. The second printing unit 17 is a printer that issues a receipt printed with various information related to one transaction.

[0023] The second coin insertion slot is an insertion slot for accepting coin insertion. The second coin payout slot is a payout slot for discharging coins. The second bill deposit slot is an insertion slot for accepting bill insertion. The second bill payout slot is a payout slot for discharging bills.

[0024] The change section 18 conveys the coins inserted through the second coin insertion slot and the bills inserted through the second bill deposit slot to the second money conveyance section 186 (see FIG. 2) and to a money storage section (not shown). Also, the change section 18 conveys the coins discharged from the second coin payout slot and the bills discharged from the second bill payout slot to the second money conveyance section 186 and from the storage section (not shown). The second money conveyance section 186 has a conveyance belt (not shown) for conveying money such as bills and coins to a storage section for storing the money, a conveyance motor for driving the conveyance belt, and the like.

[0025] Note that the POS terminal 1 executes money discharge and deposit for both the customer side and the store clerk side using a single change section 18. However, the POS terminal 1 may be provided with two change machines, one for the customer side and one for the store clerk side.

[0026] Alternatively, the POS terminal 1 may be provided with a change machine that can be directed in either the customer side or the store clerk side direction by rotation or the like. In this case, the change machine only needs to have a money discharge port or a deposit port on either the customer side or the store clerk side. And in the normal POS mode, the money discharge port or the deposit port of the change machine is directed towards the store clerk side, and in the self-POS mode, the money discharge port or the deposit port of the change machine is directed towards the customer side.

[0027] The hardware configuration of the POS terminal 1 will be described. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the hardware configuration of the POS terminal 1. The POS terminal 1 includes a control unit 101, a storage unit 102, a communication interface 103, a connection interface 104, a first display unit 11, a second display unit 12, a keyboard 13, a first scanner 14, a second scanner 15, a first printing unit 16, a second printing unit 17, a change section 18, and a cover sensor 105. These units are interconnected via a system bus 106 such as a data bus and an address bus.

[0028] The control unit 101 is a computer that controls the overall operation of the POS terminal 1 and realizes the various functions of the POS terminal 1. The control unit 101 comprises a CPU (Central Processing Unit), ROM (Read Only Memory), and RAM (Random Access Memory). The CPU comprehensively controls the operation of the POS terminal 1. ROM is a non-volatile storage medium that retains various data even when power is not supplied. RAM is a storage medium that allows data to be read and written to a specified area. The CPU then uses RAM as a work area to execute programs stored in ROM or the storage unit 102, etc.

[0029] The storage unit 102 is a storage device such as an HDD (Hard Disk Drive) or SSD (Solid State Drive). The storage unit 102 stores the control program 107 and the mode setting table 108. Note that the mode setting table 108 may be stored not only in the storage unit 102 but also in other devices such as a store server.

[0030] Here, Figure 3 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the data structure of the mode setting table 108. The mode setting table 108 is setting information that sets the operating status of each device for each operator mode, which determines whether the operator operating the POS terminal 1 is assumed to be a store employee or a customer. The operator modes include the normal POS mode, which is assumed to be operated by a store employee, and the self-POS mode, which is assumed to be operated by a customer. The mode setting table 108 defines the devices that operate under the condition that it is in normal POS mode, and the devices that operate under the condition that it is in self-POS mode. The devices include the first display unit 11, the second display unit 12, the first scanner 14, the second scanner 15, the first printing unit 16, the second printing unit 17, the first money transport unit 185, and the second money transport unit 186. Note that the mode setting table 108 is not limited to these devices and may include other devices as well.

[0031] In normal POS mode, the first display unit 11 is configured to display any screen. These screens may include, for example, a screen showing registered products, a screen showing the total amount in the accounting process, or a screen that accepts the operation to switch from normal POS mode to self-service POS mode. Also in normal POS mode, the second display unit 12 is configured to display a screen for the store clerk to use when operating the POS terminal 1 to perform product registration and accounting processes.

[0032] Furthermore, in normal POS mode, the equipment facing the store clerk, such as the first scanner 14, the first printing unit 16, and the first money transport unit 185, is set to operate. On the other hand, in normal POS mode, the equipment facing the customer, such as the second scanner 15, the second printing unit 17, and the second money transport unit 186, is set to stop operating.

[0033] In self-service POS mode, the first display unit 11 is configured to display a customer screen where the customer operates the POS terminal 1 to perform product registration and accounting processes. In normal POS mode, the second display unit 12 is configured to display any screen. Any screen could be, for example, a screen showing the registered products, a screen showing the total amount in the accounting process, or a screen that accepts the operation to switch from self-service POS mode to normal POS mode.

[0034] Furthermore, in self-POS mode, the equipment facing the customer, such as the second scanner 15, the second printing unit 17, and the second money transport unit 186, is set to operate. On the other hand, in self-POS mode, the equipment facing the store clerk, such as the first scanner 14, the first printing unit 16, and the first money transport unit 185, is set to stop operating.

[0035] The communication interface 103 is an interface for communicating with external devices connected to the network.

[0036] The connection interface 104 is an interface for connecting to external devices. For example, the connection interface 104 is a USB (Universal Serial Bus) interface. However, the connection interface 104 is not limited to a USB interface; it may be an interface that connects using other standards. For example, the connection interface 104 connects to an electronic money terminal 20 that can perform payments using electronic money. The electronic money terminal 20 is a device that performs payments by receiving and transmitting necessary information from a card or mobile terminal via short-range wireless communication after depositing funds in advance through a process called charging.

[0037] The cover sensor 105 is a sensor that detects whether or not a cover is attached to cover the first reading window 141, the first receipt ejection slot 161, the first coin insertion slot 181, the first coin dispensing slot 182, the first banknote deposit slot 183, and the first banknote dispensing slot 184. Here, the cover sensor 105 may be a sensor that detects the cover optically, a sensor that detects the cover by a mechanical switch or the like, or a sensor that detects the cover by any other method.

[0038] Next, we will describe the characteristic functions of POS terminal 1. Here, Figure 4 is a block diagram showing an example of the characteristic functional configuration of POS terminal 1.

[0039] The control unit 101 of the POS terminal 1 loads the control program 107 of the storage unit 102 into RAM and operates according to the control program 107 to generate the various functional units shown in Figure 4 on RAM. Specifically, the control unit 101 of the POS terminal 1 includes, as functional units, a mode change detection unit 1001, a mode control unit 1002, a product registration unit 1003, an accounting processing unit 1004, and a print control unit 1005.

[0040] The mode change detection unit 1001 is an example of a detection means. The mode change detection unit 1001 detects the factors that cause a switch between the normal POS mode, in which a store employee operates the POS terminal 1, and the self-POS mode, in which a customer operates the POS terminal 1.

[0041] For example, the mode change detection unit 1001 detects an operation to switch between normal POS mode and self-service POS mode as a switching factor. More specifically, the mode change detection unit 1001 detects a press of the switch button as a switching factor when the switch button for switching between normal POS mode and self-service POS mode is displayed on the second display unit 12, which is facing the store clerk. Here, the store clerk switches from normal POS mode to self-service POS mode when there are few store clerks. Therefore, display conditions for displaying the switch button may be set. For example, the switch button is displayed on the second display unit 12 on the condition that it is within a pre-set time period. Alternatively, the switch button is displayed on the condition that the number of store clerks on duty is lower than a threshold, based on the work shift information in which the store clerks' working hours are registered.

[0042] For example, the mode change detection unit 1001 may detect the connection of a predetermined device as a switching factor. More specifically, in a retail store, when using self-POS mode, cash payments may be prohibited, while electronic money payments may be permitted. In this case, the mode change detection unit 1001 detects that an electronic money terminal 20 has been connected to the connection interface 104. That is, when an external device is connected to the connection interface 104, the mode change detection unit 1001 identifies the type of external device connected based on the information output from the external device. The mode change detection unit 1001 then determines that a predetermined device has been connected if the external device to which the external device has been connected is an electronic money terminal 20. Note that the predetermined device is not limited to an electronic money terminal 20, but may be any other type of device.

[0043] For example, the mode change detection unit 1001 may detect that a predetermined device has been disabled as a switching factor. More specifically, in normal POS mode, the store clerk attaches a cover to the customer side of the POS terminal 1. As a result, the customer is unable to use the first scanner 14, the first printing unit 16, and the first money transport unit 185. Therefore, the mode change detection unit 1001 detects the attachment of the cover to the customer side of the POS terminal 1 by the cover sensor 105 as a switching factor.

[0044] For example, the mode change detection unit 1001 may detect a change in the orientation of a predetermined device as a switching factor. For example, if the POS terminal 1 has a change dispenser whose orientation can be selected by rotation or the like, and which has a money dispensing or depositing slot on either the customer side or the employee side, the mode change detection unit 1001 will detect a change in the orientation of the change dispenser as a switching factor.

[0045] The mode control unit 1002 is an example of a setting means. The mode control unit 1002 sets the operator mode to normal POS mode or self-POS mode according to the switching factor detected by the mode change detection unit 1001.

[0046] For example, when the mode change detection unit 1001 detects an operation to switch between normal POS mode and self-POS mode, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to the normal POS mode or self-POS mode specified by the operation.

[0047] For example, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to either normal POS mode or self-POS mode depending on the type of connected device. In this case, the storage unit 102 stores device correspondence information, which associates normal POS mode or self-POS mode with each type of device. When the mode change detection unit 1001 detects that a predetermined device has been connected as a switching factor, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to either normal POS mode or self-POS mode in the device correspondence information, which is associated with the type of connected device. For example, when the mode change detection unit 1001 detects that an electronic money terminal 20 has been connected as a switching factor, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to self-POS mode in the device correspondence information, which is associated with the electronic money terminal 20.

[0048] For example, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to either normal POS mode or self-POS mode depending on the type of equipment that has been disabled. In this case, the storage unit 102 stores disabled equipment correspondence information, which is associated with either normal POS mode or self-POS mode for each type of equipment that has been disabled. When the mode change detection unit 1001 detects that a predetermined piece of equipment has been disabled as a switching factor, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to either normal POS mode or self-POS mode in the disabled equipment correspondence information, which is associated with the type of equipment that has been disabled. For example, when the mode change detection unit 1001 detects that the first scanner 14, the first printing unit 16, and the first money transport unit 185 have been disabled as a switching factor, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to normal POS mode, which is associated with these devices. Note that the mode control unit 1002 may set the system to normal POS mode if it detects that any of these devices have been disabled as a switching factor, rather than all of them.

[0049] For example, the mode control unit 1002 sets the device to either normal POS mode or self-POS mode depending on the orientation of the device. In this case, the storage unit 102 stores device orientation correspondence information, which associates normal POS mode or self-POS mode with each device and device orientation. When the mode change detection unit 1001 detects that the orientation of the change dispenser has been changed as a switching factor, the mode control unit 1002 sets the device whose orientation has been changed to the normal POS mode or self-POS mode that is associated with the orientation of the device after the change. For example, when the mode change detection unit 1001 detects that the orientation of the change dispenser has been changed as a switching factor, the mode control unit 1002 sets the device to normal POS mode on the condition that the orientation of the change dispenser is towards the employee. On the other hand, when the mode change detection unit 1001 detects that the orientation of the change dispenser has been changed as a switching factor, the mode control unit 1002 sets the device to self-POS mode on the condition that the orientation of the change dispenser is towards the customer.

[0050] Here, there are cases where both the conditions for setting to normal POS mode and the conditions for setting to self-POS mode are met. For example, detection that the cover covering the customer side of POS terminal 1 has been attached is a condition for setting to normal POS mode. Also, the operation to set to self-POS mode is a condition for setting to self-POS mode. If the operation to set to self-POS mode is received when the cover covering the customer side of POS terminal 1 is attached, both the conditions for setting to normal POS mode and the conditions for setting to self-POS mode are met, resulting in a contradiction.

[0051] The mode control unit 1002 determines whether to set the system to normal POS mode or self-POS mode. For example, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to normal POS mode or self-POS mode based on the priority set for each condition. In this case, the storage unit 102 stores priority information, each with a different priority set for the conditions used to set the system to normal POS mode or self-POS mode. If a conflict occurs, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to the normal POS mode or self-POS mode associated with the condition with the highest priority among the satisfied conditions.

[0052] Alternatively, the mode control unit 1002 displays a selection screen on the second display unit 12 requesting the user to choose between normal POS mode and self-POS mode. The mode control unit 1002 then sets the system to the normal POS mode or self-POS mode selected on the selection screen.

[0053] Alternatively, the mode control unit 1002 displays a notification screen on the second display unit 12 indicating that a conflict has occurred because both the conditions for setting to normal POS mode and the conditions for setting to self-POS mode are met. The notification screen includes information such as a message requesting the resolution of the conflict. When the conflict is resolved, the mode control unit 1002 sets the system to either normal POS mode or self-POS mode, whichever condition is met. For example, if a conflict occurs because the system receives an operation to set to self-POS mode when a cover is attached to the customer side of the POS terminal 1, the system sets the system to self-POS mode, provided that the cover has been removed.

[0054] The product registration unit 1003, the accounting processing unit 1004, and the print control unit 1005 are examples of control means. The product registration unit 1003, the accounting processing unit 1004, and the print control unit 1005 perform various processes by operating equipment according to the operator mode set by the mode control unit 1002 based on the mode setting table 108.

[0055] The product registration unit 1003 controls the first display unit 11, the second display unit 12, the first scanner 14, and the second scanner 15 to execute a product registration process for registering products to be sold. For example, in the case of a normal POS node, the product registration unit 1003 displays a product registration screen for store staff on the second display unit 12, which guides them in registering products to be sold, based on the mode setting table 108. Furthermore, when the second scanner 15 reads product information, the product registration unit 1003 registers the product identified by the product information as a product to be sold. On the other hand, in the case of a self-service POS node, the product registration unit 1003 displays a product registration screen for customers on the first display unit 11, which guides them in registering products to be sold, based on the mode setting table 108. Furthermore, when the first scanner 14 reads product information, the product registration unit 1003 registers the product identified by the product information as a product to be sold.

[0056] The accounting processing unit 1004 controls the first money transport unit 185 and the second money transport unit 186 of the change dispenser 18 to perform accounting processing for products registered through the product registration process. For example, in the case of a normal POS node, the accounting processing unit 1004 transports the money inserted into the second money transport unit 186 to the storage unit based on the mode setting table 108. Furthermore, if there is change, the accounting processing unit 1004 transports the money to be dispensed to the second money transport unit 186. On the other hand, in the case of a self-service POS node, the accounting processing unit 1004 transports the money inserted into the first money transport unit 185 to the storage unit based on the mode setting table 108. Furthermore, if there is change, the accounting processing unit 1004 transports the money to be dispensed to the first money transport unit 185.

[0057] The print control unit 1005 controls the first print unit 16 and the second print unit 17 to perform a printing process that prints a receipt containing various information related to a transaction. The receipt includes the names of the products registered through the product registration process, the total amount entered during the accounting process, and the amount of change dispensed. For example, in the case of a normal POS node, the print control unit 1005 causes the second print unit 17 to print the receipt based on the mode setting table 108. On the other hand, in the case of a self-service POS node, the print control unit 1005 causes the first print unit 16 to print the receipt based on the mode setting table 108.

[0058] Next, we will explain the mode setting process performed by POS terminal 1. Here, Figure 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the mode setting process performed by POS terminal 1.

[0059] The mode change detection unit 1001 determines whether or not it has detected a switching factor that changes the operator mode (step S1).

[0060] If no switching factor is detected (Step S1; No), the mode change detection unit 1001 waits until a switching factor is detected.

[0061] If a switching factor is detected (Step S1; Yes), the mode control unit 1002 determines whether to set the operator mode to normal POS mode or self-POS mode according to the switching factor detected by the mode change detection unit 1001 (Step S2).

[0062] If it is determined that the system should be set to normal POS mode (step S2; Yes), the mode control unit 1002 sets the operator mode to normal POS mode (step S3). As a result, the second display unit 12 displays a screen for store staff. The second scanner 15, the second printing unit 17, and the second money transport unit 186 become operational. Meanwhile, the first scanner 14, the first printing unit 16, and the first money transport unit 185 become stopped.

[0063] On the other hand, if it is determined that the system should be set to self-POS mode (step S2; No), the mode control unit 1002 sets the operator mode to self-POS mode (step S4). As a result, the first display unit 11 displays a screen for the customer. The first scanner 14, the first printing unit 16, and the first money transport unit 185 become operational. On the other hand, the second scanner 15, the second printing unit 17, and the second money transport unit 186 become stopped.

[0064] As a result, POS terminal 1 terminates the mode setting process.

[0065] As described above, the POS terminal 1 according to this embodiment detects the pressing of a switch button or the like as a switching factor for switching between normal POS mode and self-POS mode. Furthermore, when the POS terminal 1 detects a switching factor such as a switch button, it switches and sets the operator mode. The POS terminal 1 then operates the equipment associated with the set operator mode in the mode setting table 108. In other words, the POS terminal 1 operates the equipment on the side of the expected operator. Therefore, the POS terminal 1 can switch the equipment to be operated according to the expected operator.

[0066] While several embodiments of the present invention have been described, these embodiments are presented as examples only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. These novel embodiments can be carried out in a variety of other forms, and various omissions, substitutions, and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention. These embodiments and their variations are included in the scope and spirit of the invention, as well as in the claims of the invention and its equivalents.

[0067] The programs executed in each of the above embodiments and modified devices shall be provided pre-installed in the storage medium (ROM or storage unit) provided in each device, but are not limited to this. For example, the programs may be configured to be provided as installable or executable files recorded on a computer-readable recording medium such as a CD-ROM, flexible disk (FD), CD-R, or DVD (Digital Versatile Disk). Furthermore, the storage medium is not limited to a medium independent of the computer or embedded system, but also includes storage media that store or temporarily store programs downloaded from a LAN, the Internet, etc.

[0068] Furthermore, the programs executed by each of the above embodiments and modified devices may be stored on a computer connected to a network such as the Internet and provided by being downloaded via the network, or they may be provided or distributed via a network such as the Internet. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0069] 1 POS terminal 11 1st display section 12 2nd display 13 Keyboard 14. First Scanner 15. Second Scanner 16. First printing section 17. Second printing section 18 Change Department 101 Control Unit 102 Storage section 103 Communication Interface 104 Connection Interfaces 105 Cover Sensor 106 System Bus 107 Control Program 108 Mode Setting Table 141 First reading window 161 First receipt outlet 181 First coin slot 182 1st coin withdrawal port 183 1st banknote deposit slot 184 1st banknote withdrawal port 185 First Cash Transport Department 186 Second Cash Transport Department 1001 Mode change detection unit 1002 Mode Control Unit 1003 Product Registration Department 1004 Accounting Processing Unit 1005 Printing control unit 20 Electronic money terminals [Prior art documents] [Patent Documents]

[0070] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2010-86202

Claims

1. A detection means for detecting the switching factors that cause a switch between a first mode operated by a store employee and a second mode operated by a customer, A setting means that sets the first mode or the second mode according to the switching factor detected by the detection means, A control means that operates a device that is operated on the condition that it is in the first mode and a device that is operated on the condition that it is in the second mode, based on predetermined setting information, and the device that is associated with the first mode or the second mode set by the setting means, A sales data processing device equipped with the following features.

2. The detection means detects the operation of switching between the first mode and the second mode as the switching factor. The setting means sets the first mode or the second mode specified by the operation. The sales data processing device according to claim 1.

3. The detection means detects that the orientation of a predetermined device has been changed as the switching factor, The setting means sets the device to either the first mode or the second mode depending on the orientation of the device. The sales data processing device according to claim 1.

4. The detection means detects the connection of a predetermined device as the switching factor, The setting means sets the device to either the first mode or the second mode depending on the type of connected device. The sales data processing device according to claim 1.

5. The detection means detects that a predetermined device has been made unusable as the switching factor, The setting means sets the device to either the first mode or the second mode depending on the type of device that has been disabled. The sales data processing device according to claim 1.

6. Computers, A detection means for detecting the switching factors that cause a switch between a first mode operated by a store employee and a second mode operated by a customer, A setting means that sets the first mode or the second mode according to the switching factor detected by the detection means, A control means that operates a device that is operated on the condition that it is in the first mode and a device that is operated on the condition that it is in the second mode, based on predetermined setting information, and the device that is associated with the first mode or the second mode set by the setting means, A program to make it work.

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