Image forming apparatus

Abstract

To provide an image processing apparatus that reduces the burden on a user related to selection of destination information acquired from an external device, and thereby provides higher convenience.SOLUTION: In a multifunctional machine 10 as one form of an image processing apparatus, a control unit acquires destination information from an external device, controls a transmission job using the acquired destination information, and performs display control of the destination information according to a screen mode of the transmission job that receives a request for acquiring the destination information.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to an image processing apparatus and the like.

Background Art

[0002] An image processing apparatus having a transmission job function such as image transmission or fax transmission has a function of acquiring destination information such as an email address or a fax number managed by an external device such as a smartphone. There are some that have this function. The destination information acquired from the external device can be set as the destination of the transmission job executed by the image processing apparatus. The image processing apparatus can utilize the acquired destination information in the same way as the destination information it manages itself.

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[0004] For example, Patent Document 1 discloses an image processing apparatus that performs destination setting of a selected function based on destination information acquired from an external device after one of the Scan to E-mail function or the Scan to FAX function is selected by the user.

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Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0006] By the way, when displaying the destination information acquired from an external device on the image processing apparatus side, the display of the acquired destination information is restricted according to the operation mode of the transmission job at the time of making the acquisition request. This is This has not been done. For example, obtaining recipient information via a dedicated screen specifically for fax transmission. In conventional technology, when a request is made, not only the fax number but also other information such as an email address will be sent. Since the destination information related to the job is also displayed, the user will see a mix of destination information. It was necessary to find the desired destination information from among them.

[0007] The purpose of this disclosure is to reduce the burden on users in selecting destination information obtained from external devices. The objective is to provide image processing equipment and other devices that offer greater convenience. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] To solve the above problems, the image processing device according to this disclosure obtains destination information from an external device. A unit for obtaining information, and a job execution unit for executing a transmission job using the obtained destination information. The system comprises a control unit, and the control unit receives the request to acquire the destination information for the transmission job A key feature is that the display of the destination information is restricted depending on the screen mode.

[0009] Furthermore, the control method relating to this disclosure includes an acquisition step of acquiring destination information from an external device, and the acquisition step The process includes a job execution step that executes a transmission job using the aforementioned destination information, and a control step, In the control process, the screen mode of the transmission job that received the request to acquire the destination information is determined accordingly. Furthermore, it is characterized by restricting the display of the aforementioned destination information. [Effects of the Invention]

[0010] According to this disclosure, the burden on the user in selecting destination information obtained from an external device will be reduced. This allows us to provide image processing devices and other equipment that offer greater convenience. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0011] [Figure 1] It is a diagram for schematically explaining the overall configuration according to the first embodiment. [Figure 2] It is a diagram for explaining the functional configuration of the multifunction device according to the first embodiment. [Figure 3] It is a diagram for explaining history information. [Figure 4] It is a diagram for explaining destination information. [Figure 5] It is a diagram for explaining the functional configuration of the terminal device according to the first embodiment. [Figure 6] It is a flowchart for explaining the processing flow according to the first embodiment. [Figure 7] It is a flowchart for explaining the processing flow according to the first embodiment. [Figure 8] It is a flowchart for explaining the processing flow according to the first embodiment. [Figure 9] It is a diagram for explaining an operation example according to the first embodiment. [Figure 10] It is a diagram for explaining an operation example according to the first embodiment. [Figure 11] It is a diagram for explaining an operation example according to the first embodiment. [Figure 12] It is a diagram for explaining an operation example according to the first embodiment. [Figure 13] It is a diagram for explaining an operation example according to the first embodiment. [Figure 14] It is a diagram for explaining an operation example according to the first embodiment. [Figure 15] It is a diagram for explaining an operation example according to the first embodiment. [Figure 16] It is a diagram for explaining an operation example according to the first embodiment. [Figure 17] It is a flowchart for explaining an operation example according to the second embodiment. [Figure 18] It is a diagram for explaining an operation example according to the second embodiment. [Figure 19] It is a flowchart for explaining an operation example according to the second embodiment. [Figure 20]This figure illustrates an example of operation according to the third embodiment. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0012] The embodiments of this disclosure will be described below with reference to the drawings. In this disclosure, fax, i A multifunction device that performs various functions such as image transmission or copying on a job-by-job basis is a type of image processing device. The following embodiments will be explained in terms of their nature. Note that the following embodiments are examples for illustrating this disclosure and are not patent-related. The technical scope of the explanations described in the claims is not limited to the following:

[0013] [1 First Embodiment] In the first embodiment, when executing a transmission job such as fax or image transmission, the transmission process A standard settings screen where all settings related to job execution can be configured, or a simplified version of the standard settings screen. This is a multifunction printer that allows the execution of transmission jobs via an easy-to-use settings screen. The screen mode that displays the main screen is normal mode, and the screen mode that displays the simplified settings screen is simplified mode. The screen mode that displays the home screen will be referred to as the basic mode in this explanation. Image transmission (job) is email transmission (job) and / or IFAX transmission (job) It will be explained as including these elements.

[0014] [1.1 Functional Configuration] Figure 1 is a diagram illustrating the overall configuration according to the first embodiment. Multifunction printer 10 It can connect to a terminal device 30 as an external device and enable mutual transmission and reception of information. It is configured in such a way.

[0015] Here, the method of connecting to the terminal device 30 is not particularly limited, but for example, Bl uetooth (registered trademark), NFC (Near field communication), Wi-Fi (registered trademark) (Trademark), ZigBee (registered trademark), Irda, Wireless USB, and other (short-range) wireless communication Communication technology can be employed. In Figure 1, the multifunction device 10 is connected to the terminal via wireless communication. The example shows a direct connection to device 30, but LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide It is also possible to connect via an area network, the internet, or other networks not shown in the diagram. It is Noh.

[0016] Furthermore, there are no particular restrictions on the number of terminal devices 30 that can be connected to the multifunction printer 10. Each terminal device 30 may have the same functional configuration or may have different functional configurations. No.

[0017] [1.1.1 About the Multifunction Printer 10] Figure 2 is a functional configuration diagram of the multifunction device 10. The multifunction device 10 consists of a control unit 11 and a display unit 13. , operation input unit 15, communication unit 17, image forming unit 19, image reading unit 21, storage unit 23 It is equipped with the following.

[0018] The control unit 11 controls the entire multifunction device 10. The control unit 11 performs, for example, one or more calculations. It is composed of devices (CPU (Central Processing Unit), etc.). The control unit 11 is a memory The function is realized by reading and executing various programs stored in unit 23. .

[0019] The display unit 13 displays various information to the user, etc. The display unit 13 is, for example, an LCD. (Liquid crystal display) and OLED (Electro-luminescence) displays, etc. It can be configured.

[0020] The operation input unit 15 accepts information input from the user, etc. The operation input unit 15 is It can be configured with a keypad (for example, a numeric keypad) or buttons. Note that the operation input section 15 This can be configured as a touch panel that allows input via the display unit 13. In total, the input methods for touch panels include, for example, resistive touch, infrared, and electromagnetic induction. Methods such as the capacitive method can be adopted.

[0021] As mentioned above, the communication unit 17 includes Bluetooth, NFC, Wi-Fi, and ZigB It is equipped with wireless communication interfaces such as ee, Irda, and wireless USB. Section 17 is a network (not shown) such as LAN, WAN, Internet, telephone line, fax line, etc. A wired, wireless, or both interface for communicating with other devices via a network. It is also possible to equip it with a saddle.

[0022] The image forming unit 19 forms an image based on image data onto paper, which is used as a recording medium. The forming unit 19 feeds paper from a paper feeding unit (not shown) and forms an image based on image data onto the paper. After completion, the paper is ejected to a paper ejection unit (not shown). The image forming unit 19 utilizes, for example, an electrophotographic method. It can be configured using a laser printer, etc. The image forming unit 19 uses toner color (for example (Cyan, magenta, yellow, black) or a toner cartridge not shown in the picture. Image formation is performed using the supplied toner.

[0023] The image reading unit 21 scans and reads the document image to be read, thereby generating image data. The image reading unit 21 generates an image, for example, a CCD (Charge coupled device), a CIS (Con It can be configured as a scanner device equipped with an image sensor such as a tact image sensor. The image reading unit 21 reads the reflected light image from the original image using an image sensor, There are no particular restrictions on the configuration as long as it generates image data.

[0024] The memory unit 23 stores various programs and data necessary for the operation of the multifunction printer 10. The memory unit 23 is, for example, RAM (Random Access Memory) or HDD (Hard Disk Drive). It consists of storage devices such as SSDs (Solid State Drives) and ROMs (Read-Only Memory). It is possible.

[0025] In the first embodiment, the storage unit 23 contains a job execution program 231 and a history information processing unit. Program 232, destination information acquisition program 233, destination determination program 234, The display processing program 235 is stored in the history information storage area 236 and the destination information storage area 2 Secure 37.

[0026] The job execution program 231 performs various functions such as faxing, image transmission, or copying. This is the program that the control unit 11 reads in order to execute on a job-by-job basis. The control unit 11, which reads the RAM, has a display unit 13, an operation input unit 15, a communication unit 17, and an image forming unit. 19. By controlling the job execution unit involved in the execution of jobs such as the image reading unit 21, the job The control unit 11, having read the job execution program 231, then executes the following: Various jobs can be executed based on the settings stored as historical information.

[0027] The history information processing program 232, for example, obtains setting values ​​related to job execution, and history information This is the program that the control unit 11 reads when generating reports and performing various processing on historical information. The control unit 11, having read the history information processing program 232, uses the acquired setting values ​​as a basis. The control unit 11 then stores the generated history information in the history information storage area 236. Remember it.

[0028] The destination information acquisition program 233, upon receiving a request from the user to acquire destination information, controls This is the program read by unit 11. The control unit read the destination information acquisition program 233. 11 functions as an acquisition unit and manages the email address and fax number of the terminal device 30. The terminal device 30 outputs destination information including the destination, such as a telephone number or IFAX address. Request to [the relevant party]. There are no particular restrictions on the means of obtaining destination information, but for example, PBAP (Ph Phonebook transfer profiles such as one book access profile and OPP (Object push profile) You can use the 'ru'.

[0029] The destination determination program 234 determines the job type from the destination information obtained from the terminal device 30. This is the program that the control unit 11 reads when determining the destination type and classifying the destination. The control unit 11, having read the destination determination program 234, refers to the acquired destination information and determines the destination The control unit 11 determines the destination type of the destination included in the destination information. Classify the recipients. The method for determining the recipient type will be explained later.

[0030] The display processing program 235 displays the normal settings screen, the simplified settings screen, the history information display screen, or When the home screen or the like, which serves as the basic screen, is displayed on the display unit 13 according to the screen mode, the control unit 1 1 is the program to be read. The control unit 11, having read the display processing program 235, Based on frame information and content placement information not shown, various screens such as the normal settings screen are displayed. Displayed on display unit 13.

[0031] The history information storage area 236 is a storage area that stores history information, for example, in the form of a data table. This is the domain. The historical information related to this disclosure includes, for example, the execution date and time, job type, and job operation mode. Information regarding the execution history and a combination of some or all of the settings related to job execution. For information consisting of the above, an identifier such as a job ID is attached to uniquely identify the information. It can be configured as history information. The history information stored in the history information storage area 236 is The control unit 11 reads the data as appropriate and uses it to create a history information display screen and to create a history information display screen. It is used to execute new jobs.

[0032] Figure 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of the data structure of the history information stored in the history information storage area 236. For example, the history information related to job ID "001" shows that the job type is "copy," and This represents a job executed in simplified mode on the date and time "April 1, 2020, 9:00". Yes. The settings include, for example, color mode, document / paper size, density, image quality, resolution, and magnification. or includes setting values ​​related to image formation such as data format. Job ID "001" History information: Color mode: Full color, Document size: A4, Paper size: A4, Magnification: This includes setting values ​​such as 100%. Note that the setting values ​​shown in Figure 3 are for illustrative purposes only and do not apply to this product. The settings disclosed are not limited to those shown in Figure 3.

[0033] The history information for job ID "002" shows that the job type is "Send Email" and the execution date and time is "2 This represents a job that was executed in normal mode on April 1, 2020 at 11:00. The history information for job ID "002" is: Color mode: Full color, Resolution: 200x200 In addition to settings such as dpi and format: PDF, please also include the email address "aiueo@sam Includes the address “ple.com”.

[0034] The history information for job ID "003" shows that the job type is "Fax transmission" and the execution date and time is " This represents a job that was executed in normal mode on April 1, 2020, at 13:10. The history information for job ID "003" includes settings such as image quality: normal font, density: dark, and more. Includes the recipient fax number “12-3456-7890”.

[0035] The history information for job ID "004" shows that the job type is "Send Email" and the execution date and time is "2 This represents a job that was executed in simplified mode on April 2, 2020, at 13:30. The history information for job ID "004" is in color mode: black and white, resolution: 200x200dpi In addition to setting values ​​such as format:TIFF, please also specify the email address "aiueo@sampl Includes an address such as “e.com”.

[0036] The history information for job ID "005" shows that the job type is "Send Email" and the execution date and time is "2 This represents a job that was executed in simplified mode on April 2, 2020, at 13:40. The history information for job ID "005" is in color mode: full color, resolution: 400x400. In addition to settings such as dpi and format: PDF, please also include the email address “aaaaa@sam Includes the address “ple.com”.

[0037] The history information for job ID "006" shows that the job type is "Fax transmission" and the execution date and time is " This represents a job executed in simplified mode on April 2, 2020, at 13:50. The history information for job ID "006" includes settings such as image quality: normal font, density: automatic, and "2 Includes the address "2-3333-4444".

[0038] The history information for job ID "007" shows that the job type is "IFAX transmission" and the execution date and time is " This represents a job that was executed in normal mode on April 3, 2020, at 10:00. The history information for job ID "007" includes settings such as image quality: normal font, density: automatic, and IF. Includes the recipient's AX address “i-sashisu@sample.com”.

[0039] The destination information storage area 237 stores destination information obtained from the terminal device 30, for example, in a data table. This is a memory area that stores information in a bullet format. The destination information stored in the destination information storage area 237 is The control unit 11 reads the data as appropriate and uses it for destination display processing according to the operation mode of the transmission job. It is possible.

[0040] Here, Figure 4(a) shows an example of the data structure of destination information stored in the destination information storage area 237. This is an explanatory diagram. For example, the destination information for ID "01" is that the destination name is "Aiueo". Depending on the recipient type, the email address will be aiueo@sample.com, and the fax number will be used. Number: 00-1111-2222, Phone number: aa-bbbb-cccc, IFAX address This is an example of remembering the reply address i-aiueo@sample.com. Note that Figure 4(a) The recipient information provided as an example is for illustrative purposes only, and the recipient information related to this disclosure is as described in Figure 4(a). This is not limited to the items mentioned above.

[0041] The recipient information for ID "02" is that the recipient name is "Kakihisa Keiko", and depending on the recipient type, Email address: kakiku@sample.com, Fax number: 33-4444- This is an example of remembering 5555 and the phone number: dd-eeee-ffff.

[0042] The recipient information for ID "03" is that the recipient name is "Shisuyoso", and depending on the recipient type, Email address: sashisu@sample.com, Fax number: 66-7777 -8888, Phone number: gg-hhhh-iiii, IFAX address: i-sashi This is an example of remembering su@sample.com.

[0043] The recipient information for ID "04" is that the recipient name is "Tate Denjin", and depending on the recipient type, F Remember the following: 99-0000-1111, phone number: jj-kkkk-llll This is an example.

[0044] The recipient information for ID "05" is that the recipient name is "Nata Nureotono", and depending on the recipient type, Email address: nani@sample.com, Fax number: 22-3333-4 This is an example of remembering 444 and the phone number: mm-oooo-pppp.

[0045] Furthermore, the destination information stored in the destination information storage area 237 is protected against the leakage of destination information to third parties. From the perspective of preventing data leaks, it is preferable that the destination information be deleted after the job using that information has been executed.

[0046] [1.1.2 Regarding terminal device 30] Figure 5 is a functional configuration diagram of the terminal device 30. The terminal device 30 according to this disclosure is, for example, S This refers to so-called mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, cell phones, and laptops. While this is the case, it is not limited to this. As long as the configuration allows communication with the multifunction printer 10, Desktop computers and other stationary terminal devices can also be included in the terminal device 30 related to this disclosure. Cut.

[0047] Such a terminal device 30 includes a control unit 31, a display unit 33, an operation input unit 35, and communication It comprises a section 37 and a memory section 39.

[0048] The control unit 31 controls the entire terminal device 30. The control unit 31 controls, for example, one or more functions. It is composed of computing devices (CPU, etc.). The control unit 31 receives various programs stored in the memory unit 39. This functionality is achieved by reading and executing a gram.

[0049] The display unit 33 displays various information to the user. The display unit 33 is, for example, an LCD or It can be constructed using an organic EL display or the like.

[0050] The operation input unit 35 accepts information input from the user, etc. The operation input unit 35 displays It can be configured as a touch panel that allows input via part 33. In this case, Examples of input detection methods for the control panel include resistive, infrared, electromagnetic induction, and static A method such as the capacity-based method can be adopted.

[0051] Communication unit 37 supports Bluetooth, NFC, Wi-Fi, ZigBee, Irda, It is equipped with communication interfaces such as wireless USB. Furthermore, the communication unit 37 includes LAN, W Other devices are accessed via networks not shown, such as AN, the internet, telephone lines, fax lines, etc. It may also be equipped with either a wired or wireless interface, or both, for communication with the device. It is Noh.

[0052] The memory unit 39 stores various programs and data necessary for the operation of the terminal device 30. The memory unit 39 is composed of, for example, a storage device such as RAM, HDD, SSD, or ROM. It is possible.

[0053] In the first embodiment, the storage unit 39 contains an application program 391 and destination information The information management program 392 is stored, and the destination information storage area 393 is reserved.

[0054] Application program 391 includes, for example, email, fax, phone calls, SNS, and video. When running various applications such as video / music viewing and games, the control unit 31 reads the following It is a program.

[0055] The recipient information management program 392 is used in applications such as email, fax, and telephone. The recipient's email address, fax number, telephone number, IFAX address, etc. This is the program that the control unit 31 reads when managing destination information. The control unit 31 reads destination information The system handles processes related to destination information, such as new registration, editing, and deletion, based on user instructions. Furthermore, the control unit 31, in response to a request from the multifunction printer 10 to acquire destination information, manages destination information It outputs a report. The control unit 31 receives a request to acquire destination information, for example, from an electronic network such as PBAP or OPP. When done based on a callbook forwarding profile, the destination information is as illustrated in Figure 4(b). It can output in vCard format. Note that the destination information should be exported in CSV format. This is also possible. Note that the destination information management program 392 is part of the application program 3 It may be implemented as a management program integrated into 91.

[0056] The destination information storage area 393 contains email addresses, fax numbers, telephone numbers, and IFAX addresses. This is a memory area that stores destination information, associating the destination name, ID, and other identifying information with the destination of a reply, etc. ru.

[0057] [1.2 Processing Flow] Next, the processing flow according to the first embodiment will be described. Figure 6 shows the request to acquire destination information. This flowchart explains how to control the display of the destination according to the screen mode of the sending job when performing this operation. be.

[0058] The control unit 11 accepts the user's selection of a screen mode (step S10). The is, for example, the selection of history information for jobs executed under each screen mode or the basic mode. You can select between normal mode and simplified mode for job execution via the home screen. .

[0059] Next, the control unit 11 displays a setting screen based on the screen mode selected by the user. Display in 13 (step S20). In this case, the control unit 11 is selected by the user. Either the normal settings screen corresponding to normal mode or the simplified settings screen corresponding to simplified mode. The default screen is displayed on the display unit 13.

[0060] When the destination information acquisition button, provided on the normal settings screen or the simplified settings screen, is pressed... Then, the control unit 11 reads the destination information acquisition program 233. Having read Mu 233, the control unit 11 requests the terminal device 30 to output destination information. do.

[0061] The control unit 31 of the terminal device 30 responds to a request from the multifunction printer 10 to acquire destination information, and then receives the destination information By reading the management program 392, the destination information to be managed is output.

[0062] When destination information is output from the terminal device 30, the control unit 11 acquires it (step S 30).

[0063] When the control unit 11 obtains destination information from the terminal device 30, it executes the destination determination program 234. By reading the data, the destination type is determined and the destination is classified (step S40). Here, control The determination of the destination type by section 11 will be explained using Figure 4(b).

[0064] Figure 4(b) shows the output format of the destination information related to the destination name "Aiueo" as exemplified in Figure 4(a). Yes. The control unit 11 recognizes "TEL" and "E" in the acquired vCard format destination information. The recipient type is determined by referring to the value of the "MAIL" field. For example, the "TY" field value of "TEL" PE=VOICE:aa-bbbb-cccc” represents destination information based on voice communication. In this case, the control unit 11 determines the destination type as "telephone" and the destination (aa-bbb Classify "b-cccc)" as a telephone number. Similarly, "TEL" with "TYPE=FAX: "00-1111-2222" represents destination information based on a fax transmission. The control unit 11 determines the destination type as "fax" and sets the destination (00-1111-222 2) Classify as a fax number. On the other hand, “EMAIL” “TYPE=INTERN "ET:aiueo@sample.com" represents recipient information based on email communication. In this case, the control unit 11 determines the destination type as "email" and sends the destination (aiueo@ Classify sample.com as an email address. Also, the "T" in "EMAIL" YPE=IFAX:i-aiueo@sample.com” is based on IFAX communication. This represents destination information. In this case, the control unit 11 determines the destination type as "IFAX". The recipient (i-aiueo@sample.com) is classified as an IFAX address.

[0065] Next, the control unit 11 determines whether the screen mode selected by the user is the simplified mode. Confirm (Step S50).

[0066] If the screen mode selected by the user is the simplified mode, the control unit 11 will determine the destination type. The corresponding destination is displayed on the display unit 13 (step S50; Yes → step S60).

[0067] Then, the control unit 11 executes a new job using the destination selected by the user. The process is terminated (step S70). After the job is executed, the destination information storage area 237 will be If the configuration is such that stored destination information is erased, the destination information will be erased after step S70 is completed. A step for erasure may be included.

[0068] On the other hand, if the screen mode selected by the user is normal mode, the control unit 11 will send the destination The destination corresponding to the type is displayed on the display unit 13 (step S50; No → step S80).

[0069] Then, the control unit 11 generates a new destination using a destination of another destination type selected by the user. Execute the command and terminate the process (step 70).

[0070] Next, regarding the display control of the destination according to the destination type related to step S60 in Figure 6, see Figure 7. This will be explained using a low-level chart.

[0071] The control unit 11 determines that the transmission job related to the screen mode selected by the user is a fax transmission job. Determine whether or not it is a job (step S6010).

[0072] If the transmission job is a fax transmission job, the control unit 11 displays only the fax number. Display in section 13 (step S6010; Yes → step S6020).

[0073] On the other hand, if the transmission job is not a fax transmission job, the control unit 11 will determine the email address and Only the IFAX address is displayed on the display unit 13 (Step S6010; No → Step S6030).

[0074] Next, regarding the destination display control unit corresponding to the destination type in step S80 of Figure 6, see Figure 8. I will explain using a flowchart.

[0075] First, the control unit 11 determines that the transmission job related to the screen mode selected by the user is a fax Determine whether or not it is a transmission job (step S8010).

[0076] If the transmission job is a fax transmission job, the control unit 11 displays only the fax number. Display in section 13 (step S8010; Yes → step S8020).

[0077] Next, the control unit 11 receives an email address and an IF as destinations for other destination types as requested by the user. Determine whether or not an instruction to display the AX address has been entered (step S8030).

[0078] Users can specify the display of email addresses and IFAX addresses as recipients of other recipient types. If a message is entered, the control unit 11 displays the email address and IFAX address on the display unit 13. Display it (step S8030; Yes → step S8040). On the other hand, by the user If instructions are not entered to display email addresses and IFAX addresses as recipients of other recipient types, If this is the case, the control unit 11 terminates the process with the fax number displayed (step S 8030; No).

[0079] On the other hand, if the transmission job is not a fax transmission job, the control unit 11 will determine the email address and Only the IFAX address is displayed on the display unit 13 (Step S8010; No → Step S8050).

[0080] Next, the control unit 11 receives an instruction from the user to display a fax number as a destination for a different destination type. Determine whether or not the input was entered (step S8060).

[0081] If the user enters an instruction to display the fax number as a destination for a different destination type, Unit 11 displays the fax number on the display unit 13 (Step S8060; Yes → Step (S8070). On the other hand, the user can specify that the fax number be displayed as a destination for other destination types. If no input is provided, the control unit 11 displays the email address and IFAX address. The process is terminated in this state (Step S8060; No).

[0082] [1.3 Example of Operation] Next, an example of operation according to the first embodiment will be described. First, the screen mode by the user An example of the selection process (corresponding to the process in step S10 of Figure 6) will be explained. For example, you can select the history information of jobs executed under each screen mode or access the screen via the home screen. One example is mode selection.

[0083] Figure 9 shows an example configuration of the history information display screen W10, which displays job history information. The information display screen W10 shows jobs that are identical or similar to the current job based on the job history information. This is a screen that accepts the user's selection of history information when performing an action. In this disclosure, the display section A touch panel type operation input unit 15 is provided on the 13 screens, and the screen is divided into sections. The system detects user presses on each button area, enabling user input.

[0084] The history information display screen W10 consists of a history information display area R10 and a job status notification button B10. This includes the following. The history information display area R10 is either normal mode or simplified mode. The history of jobs executed below can be displayed as history information. Note that Figure 9 is the same as Figure 3. This is an example of how the history information exemplified above can be displayed in a way that allows the user to select it.

[0085] Here, for example, if the user selects history information A10 related to job ID "6" The control unit 11 displays a simplified settings screen that reflects the contents of the setting values ​​included in the history information. In other words, the user can see the "Normal" or "Normal" displayed in the mode item on the history information display screen W10. Refer to “Simple” and select the history information corresponding to the mode item to enable normal mode or You can select either the simplified or standard screen mode.

[0086] The Job Status Notification Button B10 is a button that accepts input for displaying the job execution status. When the job status notification button B10 is pressed, the control unit 11 will check the job status. The situation is displayed via a non-illustrated display screen.

[0087] Figure 10 illustrates an example of selecting a screen mode via the home screen W20. The W20 screen displays, for example, when the power is turned on, when in standby mode, when waking from sleep mode, etc. It is displayed on the display unit 13 and functions as the basic screen that accepts user input. Screen W20 includes a job / process selection button B12 and a display switching button B26.

[0088] The Job / Process Selection button B12 allows the user to select the desired job type and various processes. Attach it. For example, the user can add the “History Information” button included in the Job / Process Selection button B12. By pressing button B14, you can also display the history information screen shown as illustrated in Figure 9. It is possible.

[0089] Additionally, the user can press the "Simple Fax" button B16 to enter simple mode. It can execute fax transmission jobs. The control unit 11 has a “simple fax” button. When B16 is pressed, a simplified settings screen for fax transmission jobs is displayed. The user can perform a fax in normal mode by pressing the “Fax” button B18. The fax transmission job can be executed. The control unit 11 detects when the “fax” button B18 is pressed. Upon receiving the request, the system will display the standard settings screen for fax transmission jobs.

[0090] Additionally, by pressing the "Simple Scan" button B20, the user can perform a simple scan in simple mode. You can execute image transmission jobs (email transmission jobs or IFAX transmission jobs). When the control unit 11 receives a press of the “simple scan” button B20, it initiates an image transmission process. A simplified settings screen for the function will be displayed. Similarly, the user will press the “Mail” button B22. This allows the email sending job to be executed in normal mode. Control Unit 11 When the "Mail" button B22 is pressed, the normal settings screen for the mail sending job is displayed. Display.

[0091] By the way, Figure 10 shows the job / processing buttons that make up the job / processing selection button B12 and Then, the "Simple Copy" button, the "Simple Fax" button B16, and the "Simple Scan" button. B20, “Mail” button B22, “History Information” button B14, “External Address Book” button B24, “Scan & Save” button, “Fax” button B18 - 8 types of job / processing buttons This is an example of displaying a tangent, but for example, it accepts the execution of an IFAX transmission job under normal mode. Other job / processing buttons, such as the IFAX button, can be accessed by pressing the display switching button B26. It is possible to display it. Note that the job / process selection button B12 shown in Figure 10 is an example. The configuration example is merely one example and is not limited to the items shown in Figure 10.

[0092] Figure 11(a) shows an example configuration of the simplified settings screen W30 related to fax transmission jobs. 11(b) is an example of the configuration of the normal settings screen W40 related to fax transmission jobs. The fixed screen W30 is accessed via the history information display screen W10 in Figure 9 and the home screen W20 in Figure 10. Mode selection can be performed via the system or displayed via the standard settings screen W40. The default settings screen W40 is, for example, the history information display screen W10 in Figure 9, and the home screen W2 in Figure 10. Mode selection by the user via 0, and display via the simplified settings screen W30. This is possible. Note that this example of operation corresponds to the process in step S20 of Figure 6.

[0093] The simplified settings screen W30 has more user-configurable settings than the standard settings screen W40. The screen layout is simplified compared to the standard W40 settings screen, due to limited screen size. Screen W30 has a setting button B28a, an operation control button B30a, and a start button B 32a, normal setting button B34a, display switching button B36a, and destination display area R12 a is provided.

[0094] The setting button B28a allows users to configure settings via the simplified settings screen W30. It accepts the selection / input of values ​​and the selection of various processes. For example, the user can click the address book button. Press the button and set the fax recipient as the default value from the displayed address book (not shown). This is possible. Figure 11(a) shows the “Address Book” button as the setting value button B28a. The "Sent History" button, the "Direct Input" button, and the "External Address Book" button B38a (4) This is an example showing the type of item. Note that the other setting button B28a is the display switching button B3. It can be displayed by pressing 6a.

[0095] When the user obtains destination information from terminal device 30, they press the “External Address Book” button B3. Press 8a. Upon receiving the press of the “External Address Book” button B38a, the control unit 11 receives the destination information The information acquisition program 233 is read, and destination information is obtained from the terminal device 30.

[0096] The operation control button B30a can be, for example, a reset button, a preview button, or a history information table. This includes indicator buttons, manual receive buttons, etc. For example, the reset button is the setting value button B28a. It accepts resetting of settings selected and entered via etc. The preview button is a factory Prior to executing a job submission, the system accepts instructions to display a preview image. (History information display box) The unit accepts the display instruction for the history information display screen W10, as illustrated in Figure 9. Manual reception button The system accepts manual fax reception input from the user.

[0097] The Start button B32a accepts input for executing a fax transmission job. When button B32a is pressed, the control unit 11 executes processing related to the fax transmission job. do.

[0098] The normal settings button B34a accepts a command to switch the display to the normal settings screen W40.

[0099] The recipient display area R12a is the “Address Book” button of the setting value button B28a, “Sent History” via the "Button", "Direct Input" button, or "External Address Book" button B38a This is a display area that shows the fax destination selected or entered.

[0100] The normal settings screen W40 shown in Figure 11(b) controls all aspects related to the execution of fax transmission jobs. The screen layout allows for settings to be configured. The normal settings screen W40 has setting value button B. 28b, operation control button B30b, start button B32b, and destination display area R12 It includes b. The setting value button B28b is normally set by the user via the setting screen W40. It accepts the selection and input of possible settings and various settings. For example, the user can select the concentration button. Press the button to select the concentration, which will be shown as "Stronger," "Normal," "Lighter," or "Automatic" (not shown). You can set the concentration-related settings by selecting the desired setting value from the listed items. Figure 11(b) shows the configurable setting items as follows: "Density", "Image Quality", "Original", "Bulk". There are seven setting options: "Document Mode," "Thin Paper Scanning," "Thick Paper Scanning," and "Mixed Documents." This is an example of a feature being provided. By the way, each setting value shown on the surface of the setting value button B28b is The settings from the applied settings history information are reflected and displayed (Figure 11(b) is the same as in Figure 3). This is an example where the settings related to the history information of ID "006" are applied. By the way, Figure 11( The configuration of the setting value button B28b shown in example b) is merely one example, and Figure 11(b) This is not limited to the information listed.

[0101] In addition to the above setting items, the setting value button B28b also includes an "other functions" button. By pressing the "Other Functions" button, the user can access settings other than those displayed. Other setting items can be accessed to select and input setting values.

[0102] The operation control button B30b, in addition to the preview button and reset button, also has, for example, “external Department Address Book button B38b, History Information button, Search Number button, etc. It has an extended function button. When the user obtains destination information from the terminal device 30, it selects “Outside Press the "Internal Address Book" button B38b. Press the "External Address Book" button B38b. Upon receiving the information, the control unit 11 reads the destination information acquisition program 233 and retrieves the destination information from the terminal device 30. Obtain the information.

[0103] Furthermore, the operation control button B30b includes the simple setting button B34b. Simple setting button B 34b accepts instructions to switch the display to the simplified settings screen W30.

[0104] The Start button B32b accepts input for executing a fax transmission job. When button B32b is pressed, the control unit 11 executes processing related to the fax transmission job. do.

[0105] The destination display area R12b includes the “External Address Book” button B38b and the “History Information” button. The "Call by Search Number" button or the fax number located approximately in the center of the normal settings screen W40 Displays the fax destination selected and entered via either direct input using the input area R14. This is the display area.

[0106] Figure 12(a) shows the “External Address Book” button of the simplified settings screen W30 as illustrated in Figure 11(a). Upon receiving a press of button B38a, the display screen W displays the destination information of the acquired terminal device 30. This is one example configuration of 50. The display screen W50 includes the destination area R16. Note that this operation example is shown in Figure This corresponds to the processing in step S60 of step 6.

[0107] When obtaining destination information via the simplified settings screen W30 for fax transmission jobs, the destination type Apart from the fax transmission job, only the fax number that is the destination is displayed in the destination area R16. Figure 12(a) shows the destinations related to the destination information IDs "01" to "05" as exemplified in Figure 4. This is an example showing a name and fax number.

[0108] Figure 12(b) shows the “External Address Book” button on the normal settings screen W40 as illustrated in Figure 11(b). Upon receiving a press of button B38b, the display screen W displays the destination information of the acquired terminal device 30. This is one example configuration of 60. The display screen W60 includes the destination area R18. Note that this operation example is shown in Figure This corresponds to the processing in step S80 of step 6.

[0109] When obtaining destination information via the normal settings screen W40 for fax transmission jobs, the destination type In addition to the fax number that is the destination for the fax transmission job, other destination types The button B40, which accepts input for the destination, is displayed in the destination area R18. By pressing the B40 button to display other destinations, the fax number will be displayed in addition to the other destinations. If a destination of that type exists, it can be displayed. Note that Figure 12(b) is a figure Similar to 12(a), the destination names related to the destination information IDs "01" to "05" exemplified in Figure 4 and This is an example showing a fax number.

[0110] Figure 13 shows the control that occurs when the display button B40 for other destinations on the display screen W60 in Figure 12 is pressed. This is an example of the configuration of the display screen W62 shown by unit 11. Destination area R in the display screen W62. 20 includes the configuration of destination area R18, as well as the information related to image transmission jobs for other destination types. The email address and IFAX address will be displayed.

[0111] Destination area R16 related to display screen W50, destination area R18 related to display screen W60, or table The destination displayed in the destination area R20 of screen W62 can be selected by the user. The destinations are displayed in the destination display area R12a on the simplified settings screen W30 and in the destination list on the normal settings screen W40. It can be set as the transmission destination in area R12b, etc.

[0112] Figure 14(a) shows the simplified settings screen W70 for image transmission jobs (email transmission jobs). This is one example configuration. Figure 14(b) shows a typical setting screen W80 related to an image transmission job. This is an example configuration. The simplified settings screen W70 is the same as the history information display screen W10 in Figure 9 and the home screen in Figure 10. Mode selection by the user via screen W20, and displayed via the normal settings screen W80. It can be set. The normal settings screen W80 is, for example, the history information display screen W10 in Figure 9, Figure The user can select modes via the home screen W20, and the simple settings screen W70. It can be displayed via [a specific method]. Note that this example corresponds to the process in step S20 of Figure 6. do.

[0113] The simplified settings screen W70 has more user-configurable settings than the standard settings screen W80. The screen layout is simplified compared to the standard W80 settings screen, due to limited screen size. Screen W70 has a setting button B28c, an operation control button B30c, and a start button B 32c, normal setting button B34c, display switching button B36c, and destination display area R12 It includes c.

[0114] The setting button B28c allows users to configure settings via the simplified settings screen W70. It accepts the selection / input of values ​​and the selection of various processes. For example, the user can click the address book button. Press the button and set the destination for image transmission as the specified value from the displayed (not shown) address book. This is possible. Figure 14(a) shows the "Address Book" button and the "Sent History" button as setting value buttons. The "History" button, the "External Address Book" button B38c, and the "Save to Main Unit / Device" button This is an example showing four items. Note that the other setting button B28c is the display switching button B It can be displayed by pressing 36c.

[0115] When the user obtains destination information from terminal device 30, they press the “External Address Book” button B3. Press 8c. Upon receiving the press of the “External Address Book” button B38c, the control unit 11 receives the destination information The information acquisition program 233 is read, and destination information is obtained from the terminal device 30.

[0116] The operation control button B30c can be used for, for example, a reset button, a preview button, or an auto-setting button. Includes buttons such as the reset button and the history information display button. For example, the reset button is the setting value button B28c. It accepts resetting of settings selected and entered via, etc. The preview button is an image. Prior to executing the job submission, the system accepts instructions to display a preview image. (Automatic setting button) This accepts the application of the device settings configured in the system settings. (History information display button) It receives a display instruction for the history information display screen W10, as illustrated in Figure 9.

[0117] The Start button B32c accepts input for executing an image transmission job. When button B32c is pressed, the control unit 11 executes the processing related to the image transmission job. do.

[0118] The normal settings button B34c accepts a command to switch the display to the normal settings screen W80.

[0119] The recipient display area R12c is the “Address Book” button of the setting value button B28c, “Sent History” The following information is selected and entered via either the "Button" or the "External Address Book" button B38c. This is the display area for showing the recipient of the message to be sent.

[0120] The normal settings screen W80 shown in Figure 14(b) displays all aspects related to the execution of the image transmission job. The screen layout allows for settings to be configured. The standard settings screen for W80 is accessed via the setting value button B. 28d, operation control button B30d, start button B32d, and destination display area R12 It is equipped with d.

[0121] The setting button B28d is a setting that can be configured by the user via the normal settings screen W80. It accepts selections, inputs, and various settings. For example, the user can select the color mode button. Pressing this button selects the color mode, which includes options not shown: "Full Color," "Black and White," and "Monochrome." By selecting the desired setting from items such as "Automatic (Color / Black and White)", you can change the color mode. You can set the settings related to the do. Figure 14(b) shows the configurable setting items. There are five settings: "Color Mode," "Resolution," "Format," "Original," and "Density." This is an example where value fields are provided. By the way, each setting is shown on the surface of the setting value button B28d. The value displayed reflects the setting value of the selected setting history information (Figure 14(b) is shown in Figure 3). This is an example where the setting values ​​related to the setting history information for job ID "002" were applied. The configuration of the setting value button B28d shown in Figure 14(b) is merely an example, as shown in Figure 1 This is not limited to the matters described in 4(b).

[0122] In addition to the above setting items, the setting value button B28d also includes an "other functions" button. By pressing the "Other Functions" button, the user can access settings other than those displayed. Other setting items can be accessed to select and input setting values.

[0123] The operation control button B30d, in addition to the preview button and reset button, also has, for example, “external "Department Address Book" button B38d, "History Information" button, "Call by Search Number" button, etc. It has an extended function button. When the user obtains destination information from the terminal device 30, it selects “Outside Press the "Internal Address Book" button B38d. Press the "External Address Book" button B38d. Upon receiving the information, the control unit 11 reads the destination information acquisition program 233 and retrieves the destination information from the terminal device 30. Obtain the information.

[0124] Furthermore, the operation control button B30d includes the simple setting button B34d. Simple setting button B 34d accepts instructions to switch the display to the simplified settings screen W70.

[0125] The Start button B32d accepts input for executing an image transmission job. When button B32d is pressed, the control unit 11 executes the processing related to the image transmission job. do.

[0126] The destination display area R12d includes the “External Address Book” button B38d and the “History Information” button. Email sent via either the "Call by Search Number" button or direct input. This is the display area for showing the recipient of the letter.

[0127] Figure 15(a) shows the "External Address Book" button of the W70's simplified settings screen, as illustrated in Figure 14(a). Upon receiving a press of button B38c, the display screen W displays the destination information of the acquired terminal device 30. This is one example configuration of 90. The display screen W90 includes the destination area R22.

[0128] When obtaining destination information via the simplified settings screen W70 for image transmission jobs, the destination type Aside from that, only the email address or IFAX address that is the destination for the image transmission job. This is displayed in the destination area R22. Figure 15(a) shows the destination information ID "01" as exemplified in Figure 4. Recipient names and email addresses or IFAX addresses for “02”, “03”, and “05”. This is an example of how it is displayed.

[0129] Figure 15(b) shows the "External Address Book" button on the W80's normal settings screen, as illustrated in Figure 14(b). Upon receiving a press of button B38d, the display screen W displays the destination information of the acquired terminal device 30. This is one example configuration of 100. The display screen W100 includes the destination area R24.

[0130] When obtaining destination information via the normal settings screen W80 for image transmission jobs, the destination type In addition to the email address or IFAX address that is the recipient for the image transmission job, The destination area is the destination display button B42, which accepts input for destination displays related to other destination types. It will be displayed on R24. The user can send an email by pressing the "Show Other Recipients" button B42. If there are destinations of other types in addition to the address or IFAX address, these will be displayed. This can be done. Note that Figure 15(b) is similar to Figure 15(a) in that it shows the destination as illustrated in Figure 4. Display the recipient name and fax number associated with information IDs "01", "02", "03", and "05". This is an example of that.

[0131] Figure 16 shows the display screen W100 in Figure 15, and when the display button B42 for other destinations is pressed, the control This is an example of the configuration of the display screen W102 shown by Unit 11. Destination on display screen W102 Area R26 displays fax numbers related to other destination types, in addition to the configuration of destination area R24. It can be done.

[0132] Destination area R22 related to display screen W90, destination area R24 related to display screen W100, or The destination displayed in the destination area R26 on display screen 102 can be selected by the user. The selected destination is R12c in the destination display area of ​​the simplified settings screen W70, and in the normal settings screen W80. It can be set as the destination in the destination display area R12d, etc.

[0133] As described above, according to the first embodiment, the movement of the transmission job when requesting to acquire destination information By performing display restriction on the acquired destination information according to the operation mode, the burden on the user regarding the selection of the destination information can be reduced, and a more convenient image processing apparatus or the like can be provided.

[0134] [2 Second Embodiment] The first embodiment was a form in which display control of the destination information was performed in response to an acquisition request for the destination information via a normal setting screen related to the normal mode or a simple setting screen related to the simple mode. The second embodiment is a form in which display control of the destination information is performed in response to an acquisition request for the destination information via a home screen which is a form of the screen mode (basic mode).

[0135] [2.1 Functional Configuration] The configurations of the multifunction machine and the terminal device according to the second embodiment can be the same as those of the multifunction machine 10 and the terminal device 30 according to the first embodiment. Therefore, the description of the functional configuration according to the second embodiment will be omitted, and the same reference numerals as those in the first embodiment will be used for the description.

[0136] [2.2 Flow of Processing] The flow of processing according to the second embodiment will be described using the flowchart of FIG. 17. Regarding the parts that are the same as the processing described in the flowchart of FIG. 6 of the first embodiment, the same step numbers may be assigned and the description thereof may be omitted.

[0137] The control unit 11 reads out, for example, the display processing program 235 when the power is turned on, during standby, when recovering from the sleep state, etc., and causes the display unit 13 to display the home screen W20 illustrated in FIG. 10 (step S90).

[0138] When the "External Address Book Button" B24 provided on the home screen W20 is pressed by the user When this happens, the control unit 11 reads the destination information acquisition program 233. Then the control unit 11 The system requests the terminal device 30 to output destination information. The terminal device 30 outputs destination information. When output is generated, the control unit 11 acquires it (step S30).

[0139] When the control unit 11 obtains destination information from the terminal device 30, it executes the destination determination program 234. By reading the data, the destination type is determined and the destination is classified (step S40).

[0140] Next, the control unit 11 determines the destination type to display based on the number of registered classified destinations. Step S100). Specifically, the control unit 11 determines that the number of registered destinations in the terminal device 30 is the highest. The most frequently occurring destination types are determined to be the display destination types to be shown to the user.

[0141] The control unit 11 displays the display destination type determined in step S100 on the display unit 13. (Step S110).

[0142] Then, the control unit 11 determines whether the destination type displayed on the display unit 13 was selected by the user. Determine (step S120).

[0143] When the destination type displayed on the display unit 13 is selected by the user, the control unit 11 will send the destination The destination corresponding to the type is displayed on the display unit 13 (Step S120; Yes → Step S130) ).

[0144] The control unit 11 accepts the user's selection of a destination (step S140). Then, The control unit 11 executes a new job using the destination selected by the user and then terminates the process. Do (Step S70).

[0145] Incidentally, when the destination type displayed on the display unit 13 is not selected by the user, the control unit 11 displays the next destination type on the display unit 13 (step S120; No → step S15 0). In this case, the control unit 11 determines, as the next destination type, the destination type with the largest number of registered destinations among the other destination types excluding the destination type determined in step S100, and displays it on the display unit 13.

[0146] Then, the control unit 11 determines whether or not the destination information displayed on the display unit 13 has been selected by the user (step S160).

[0147] When the destination type displayed on the display unit 13 is selected by the user, the control unit 11 displays the destinations related to the destination type on the display unit 13 (step S160; Yes → step S130 ).

[0148] The control unit 11 accepts the selection of the destination by the user (step S140). Then, the control unit 11 executes a new job using the destination selected by the user, and ends the process (step S70). On the other hand, when the destination type displayed on the display unit 13 is not selected by the user, the control unit 1 1 repeats the process according to step S150 (step S160; No → step S15 0).

[0149] [2.3 Operation Example] Next, an operation example according to the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 18(a) is an operation example corresponding to the destination type display process in step S110 of FIG. 17, and is a configuration example of the destination type display screen W110 displayed by the control unit 11 on the display unit 13. Further, FIG. 18(b) is the s creen of FIG. 17 corresponding to the destination type display screen W110 shown in FIG. 18(a) is another configuration example. Also, FIG. 18(b) is the s This is an example of operation corresponding to the display processing of the next destination type for step S150, where the control unit 11 controls the display unit 1 This is an example configuration of the next destination type display screen W120 shown in 3. Note that Figure 18 is the same as Figure 17. In the process of determining the display destination type related to step S100, if the fax transmission job is the display destination The destination type was determined, and after the fax transmission job, the image transmission job was the next destination type. This shows an example of how it would behave if it were determined to be as described.

[0150] The destination type display screen W110 includes the destination type display area R28. Destination type display area R2 8 consists of the destination type selection inquiry screen M10, the "Yes" button B44, and the "No" button B Includes 46.

[0151] The destination type selection inquiry screen M10, in step S120 of Figure 17, is used for the number of registered destinations. This screen prompts the user to select the destination type determined based on the information provided.

[0152] The "Yes" button B44 is used when the user selects the destination type displayed on the destination type selection inquiry screen M10. When selecting a different option (in this example, "Fax transmission job"), the button that accepts presses When the "Yes" button B44 is pressed, the control unit 11 will perform the action shown in Figure 12(a) or ( Display screen W50 or display screen W60, which uses the fax number exemplified in b) as the destination, is on the display unit 1 Display it in 3.

[0153] The "No" button B46 is for the destination displayed on the destination type selection inquiry screen M10. This button accepts a press when no type is selected. Press the "No" button B46. Upon receiving the following, the control unit 11 displays the next destination type display screen W120 on the display unit 13.

[0154] The next destination type display screen W120 includes the next destination type display area R30. Area R30 is the next destination type selection inquiry screen M12, the "Yes" button B48, and the "No" button. Includes button B50.

[0155] The next destination type selection inquiry screen M12 excludes the destination type determined in step S100. Whether to select the destination type with the most registered destinations as the next destination type. This is a screen that prompts the user for information.

[0156] The "Yes" button B48 is used to select the next destination displayed on the user's next destination type selection inquiry screen M12. When selecting the destination type (in this example, "image transmission job"), the button press is accepted. It is a button. When the "Yes" button B48 is pressed, the control unit 11 will, as shown in Figure 15(a) or (b) The display screen W90 or The display screen W100 is displayed on the display unit 13.

[0157] The "No" button B50 is used when the user is prompted to select the next destination type on the next destination type selection inquiry screen M12. This button accepts a press when no destination type is selected. “No” button B50 When the button is pressed, the control unit 11 displays the destination type with the next highest number of registered destinations after the next destination type. Display on 13.

[0158] As described above, according to the second embodiment, destination information is transmitted via the home screen as the basic mode. When a request for information is made, the terminal device 30 will select the destination type for the destination with the most registered destinations. Because it can display different options in order, it reduces the burden on the user when selecting destination information, and more This enables the provision of highly convenient image processing devices and the like.

[0159] [3 Third Embodiment] In the second embodiment, the terminal device 30 sorts destination types in order from the destination with the most registered destinations. The format was to display it for "The". The third embodiment registered the number of acquisitions for each destination type. This format allows you to check the number of recipients.

[0160] [3.1 Functional Configuration] The configuration of the multifunction printer and terminal device according to the third embodiment is the multifunction printer 10 and according to the first embodiment. It can be the same as terminal device 30. Therefore, the functional configuration according to the third embodiment The explanation of the components will be omitted, and the same reference numerals as in the first embodiment will be used for the description.

[0161] [3.2 Processing Flow] The processing flow according to the third embodiment is explained in the flowchart of Figure 17 of the second embodiment. The process in step S110 has been replaced by step S170, as illustrated in Figure 19. Yes, there is. Here, we will explain a process that differs from the flowchart in Figure 17.

[0162] In step S100, the control unit 11 displays the number of registered destinations based on the number of classified destinations. After determining the destination type, the number of destinations for each destination type is displayed (step S170).

[0163] Then, the control unit 11 determines whether the destination type displayed on the display unit 13 was selected by the user. Determine (step S120).

[0164] When the destination type displayed on the display unit 13 is selected by the user, the control unit 11 will send the destination The destination corresponding to the type is displayed on the display unit 13 (Step S120; Yes → Step S130) ). On the other hand, if the destination type displayed on the display unit 13 is not selected by the user, the control unit 11 returns the process to step S170 (step S120; No → step S170).

[0165] [3.3 Example of Operation] Next, an example of operation according to the third embodiment will be described. Figure 20 shows step S1 of Figure 19. This is an example of operation corresponding to the display processing of 70 destinations, where the control unit 11 displays the destinations on the display unit 13. This is an example configuration of the W130 display screen.

[0166] The destination number display screen W130 includes the destination number display area R32. The destination number display area R32 is The selection screen includes the display areas R34 and R36 for the number of destinations per type, and the destination type selection inquiry screen M. Includes 14.

[0167] Areas R34 and R36, which display the number of destinations per type, are areas that display the number of registered destinations for each destination type. Yes. In the example in Figure 20, the destination number display area R34 is for fax transmission as the destination type. Displays the number of registered destinations for the job. Similarly, the destination count display area R36 for each type This displays the number of registered destinations for the image transmission job.

[0168] Furthermore, the display areas R34 and R36 for the number of destinations per type can be selected (pressed) by the user. It is configured to be such that the number of destinations per type can be displayed in the display area R34 or R36 by the user. When one of the options is selected, the control unit 11 displays the destination corresponding to that destination type on the display unit 13.

[0169] The destination type selection inquiry screen M14 is displayed in the destination number display areas R34 and R36. This screen prompts the user to select a destination type based on the number of registered destinations.

[0170] As described above, according to the third embodiment, there is no request to obtain destination information via the home screen. If this is the case, you can check the number of registered destinations for each destination type, so when selecting destination information... This reduces the burden on users and allows for the provision of more convenient image processing devices.

[0171] The present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications are possible. In other words, by combining technical means that are appropriately modified without departing from the spirit of the present invention Embodiments obtained by this process are also included within the technical scope of the present invention.

[0172] Furthermore, although some parts of the above-described embodiments are explained separately for the sake of explanation, Of course, it is permissible to combine and implement these methods to the extent that it is technically possible.

[0173] Furthermore, the programs that operate in each device in the embodiments implement the functions of the embodiments described above. As shown, a program that controls the CPU, etc. (a program that makes a computer function) And the information handled by these devices is temporarily stored in a temporary memory during processing. (For example, it is stored in RAM, and then stored in various storage devices such as ROMs and HDDs.) The CPU reads, modifies, and writes data as needed.

[0174] Here, the recording medium for storing the program is a semiconductor medium (for example, ROM or other non-combustible materials). Volatile memory cards, etc.), optical recording media, magneto-optical recording media (e.g., DVD (Digital Ve) rsatile Disc), MO (Magneto Optical Disc), MD (Mini Disc), CD (Compact D (isc), BD (Blu-ray(registered trademark) Disc, etc.), magnetic recording media (e.g., magnetic tape, Any of the following may be used: flexible disk, etc. Also, execute the loaded program. By doing so, not only are the functions of the above-described embodiment realized, but the program's instructions Based on the instructions, together with the operating system or other application programs, etc. In some cases, the functions of the present invention can be realized by processing in the same manner.

[0175] Furthermore, when distributing the software to the market, the program is stored on a portable storage medium for distribution. or transfer to a server computer connected via a network such as the Internet. This can be done. In this case, the storage device of the server computer is also included in the present invention. Of course. [Explanation of symbols]

[0176] 10 Multifunction device 11 Control Unit 13 Display section 15 Operation Input Section 17 Communications Department 19 Image forming unit 21 Image reading unit 23 Memory section 231 Job execution program 232 History Information Processing Program 233 Destination Information Acquisition Program 234 Destination Determination Program 235 Display Processing Program 236 History Information Storage Area 237 Destination information storage area 30 Terminal devices 31 Control Unit 33 Display section 35 Operation Input Section 37 Communications Department 39 Memory section 391 Application Programs 392 Destination Information Management Program 393 Destination information storage area

Claims

1. Display unit and Control unit and It includes a memory unit that stores the configuration history during job execution, The control unit, If the execution mode of the job is normal mode, the setting history is stored in the storage unit as the setting history for normal mode. If the execution mode of the job is a simplified mode with fewer setting items than the normal mode, the setting history is stored in the storage unit as the setting history for the simplified mode. A first button corresponding to the setting history of the normal mode and a second button corresponding to the setting history of the simplified mode are displayed on the display unit. When the first button is selected, the display unit displays a normal history information screen that reflects the setting history of the normal mode. If the second button is selected, a simplified history information screen reflecting the setting history of the simplified mode is displayed on the display unit. The aforementioned screen for reflecting normal history information is: It has a first start button that receives an instruction to execute the job and a first reset button that receives an instruction to reset the setting value, and the first start button and the first reset button are arranged adjacent to each other. The aforementioned simplified history information display screen is: An image forming apparatus having a second start button for receiving an instruction to execute the job and a second reset button for receiving an instruction to reset the setting value, wherein a specific button related to the job to be executed is arranged between the second start button and the second reset button.

2. The control unit, In the aforementioned simplified history information display screen, no other button is placed between the second start button and the button that accepts the instruction to select the destination address for sending image data. The image forming apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, in the normal history information reflection screen, at least one other button is placed between the first start button and the button that receives an instruction to select the destination address for sending image data.

3. The control unit, In the aforementioned simplified history information display screen, an operation control button for controlling the image formation operation is placed in a position that horizontally overlaps with the second start button. The image forming apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, in the normal history information reflection screen, an operation control button for controlling the operation is positioned at a location that overlaps vertically with the first start button.

4. The control unit, The image forming apparatus according to claim 3, characterized in that the number of operation control button items on the normal history information reflection screen is greater than the number of operation control button items on the simplified history information reflection screen.

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