Communication Terminal Operation Detection for Image Forming Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
In image forming systems, there is a need to appropriately determine whether to transmit information from a communication terminal to an image forming apparatus, as the user of the communication terminal may not be the same as the user operating the image forming apparatus, potentially leading to unintended information transmission.
Innovation Solution
The system includes a communication terminal with a first input unit for specifying the image forming apparatus and inputting information, a first communication unit for connecting to the apparatus, and a processor that detects input operations and notifies the user of potential operation by another user, allowing the user to verify the transmission destination before sending information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the communication terminal is used as an extensive input device for the image forming apparatus, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability deteriorates due to potential unintended information transmission when users differ
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by detecting whether the image forming apparatus is being operated before transmitting information. The communication terminal checks the operation state of the image forming apparatus prior to sending data, and the image forming apparatus notifies the communication terminal if an operation is detected, allowing users to verify the transmission destination before actual transmission occurs.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback by having the image forming apparatus notify the communication terminal when an operation is being performed. This feedback mechanism allows the communication terminal to receive real-time information about the operational state of the image forming apparatus, enabling users to make informed decisions about whether to transmit information.
2Productivity
If the communication terminal transmits information to the image forming apparatus without verification, then the productivity is improved, but the object-affected harmful factors increase due to unintended data transmission
Solution Approach 1:
The system applies preliminary anti-action by implementing a verification mechanism that prevents unintended information transmission. Before the communication terminal transmits information, it checks whether the image forming apparatus is being operated, and if so, notifies the user to confirm the transmission is intended. This preliminary check counteracts the potential harmful effect of unintended data transmission.
3Reliability
If the system adds notification functionality to verify user identity, then the reliability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses an intermediary approach by introducing a notification mechanism that mediates between the communication terminal and the image forming apparatus. Instead of implementing complex user authentication or identity verification systems, the patent uses a simple notification that informs the user of the operational state, allowing them to make an informed decision about transmission without adding significant complexity.
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AI summary
The image forming system includes an image forming apparatus and a communication terminal. When it is detected that an operation is being performed onto an input unit of the image forming apparatus while the image forming apparatus is connected to the communication terminal, the image forming apparatus is configured to perform a first notification to notify the communication terminal that an operation is being performed onto the input unit. When the image forming apparatus performs the first notification, the communication terminal is configured to perform a second notification corresponding to the first notification in the communication terminal.