JP3793708B2 - Photo sticker dispensing device - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  This invention, ShootingTo photograph taken by image meansWith a graffiti function that can be used to write a character or figure drawing pattern selected using an electronic pen, etc.The present invention relates to a photo sticker dispensing device.
[0002]
[Prior art]
  Traditionally this kind ofWith graffiti functionThe photo sticker dispensing deviceShootThe photograph taken by the image means is displayed on the display screen of the display means, and the display screen is displayed.Drawing means such as electronic pen (touch pen)By touching withOf characters and shapesHandwriting input is possible, but at that time, the type of characters and figures to be input, the line color, the drawing pattern such as the thickness, etc.In the display screen,Main screen to be editedportionOutside the frame or the main screenportionA method of selecting a desired drawing pattern by touching a predetermined position in a menu displayed in an overlapping manner as necessary is widely used from the viewpoint of convenience of operation and processing.
[0004]
  Furthermore, in this type of photo sticker dispensing device,Improved entertainmentetcFrom the point of view, DoubleOften it is a configuration that can be used by a number of users,As much as possibleIn order to complete shooting and writing in a short time, it is desirable to allow multiple users to write graffiti simultaneously. In order to satisfy such a requirement, for example, Japanese Patent No. 31969797In the device described inA plurality of display screens (monitors) are provided, and a user can perform input with a touch pen for each of them, so that a plurality of users can work simultaneously.
[0005]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
  In the case of the conventional photo sticker dispensing device,The userUsing one drawing means,First, select the desired drawing pattern from the menu displayed on the display, and thenThen, a desired position of the main screen part displaying the photographed image picked up by the display means is designated, and a series of operations such as writing characters or figures of the selected drawing pattern at that position are performed.Because I have toDrawingThere is a problem that the movement of the image means on the screen is troublesome and takes time.In particular,Drawing pattern frequentlyChangeWhile graffitiImage editing processFor example, the user can change the drawing pattern.Every time it changes, the display meansMain screen part from menuAnd vice versaMove the drawing meansIf notI don't meanTedious, time consuming.
[0006]
  In additionThe main screen of the menu display meansportionWhen displayed outside of the frame,displaySince part of the screen must be divided into menu displays,Display screenMain screenportionAs a result, the area that can be used becomes narrow, operability deteriorates, and sufficient resolution cannot be obtained.There are also inconveniences.
[0007]
  In particular, multiple users canGraffitiTo be able to perform input operations,displayscreenTo eachDisplay the menuWhen,Main screenportionIs smallThe input operations of each user are mixedEtc.do itNot only is the operability degraded, but all operations of multiple users are the same.displayscreenAgainstInput operationAsSince it must be processed, complicated processing is required, and the processing speed is significantly reduced.
[0009]
  The present invention has been made in view of the above problems.TheWas made, ExcellentWith improved operabilityGraffiti in a short timeCan do input workLike,Furthermore,Multiple users at the same timeGraffitiWhen performing input workThe work time of can be greatly shortenedTo provide a convenient photo sticker dispensing deviceEyesTarget.
[0010]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
  This inventionPhoto sticker dispensing deviceOnOfTo achieve the purpose,Imaging means for imaging a subject;Display means having a screen for displaying an image; drawing means for touching the screen to designate a drawing position on the screen; position detecting means for detecting a position touched by the drawing means on the screen; and the drawing To the meansAn operation panel that allows the user to select the type of drawing pattern that is selected.A setting means for setting the type of drawing pattern;Accepting a drawing input for image editing processing of an image taken by the imaging means in parallel with the setting of the drawing pattern of the setting means;Generates drawing data in which the drawing pattern set by the setting unit is arranged at a position specified by the drawing unit and the position detection unit on the screen.And a composite image obtained by superimposing the image of the drawing data on the image captured by the imaging unit.Control means for displaying on the display means as an output image;Printing means for printing the output image on a sticker mount.(Claim 1).
[0011]
  Configured like thisClaim 1In invention, select drawing patternenableSetting means(control panel)And an image is displayed and an edit input operation is performedDisplay meansThe screen is provided separatelyRutaTherefore, the image to be edited can be displayed on the entire screen.TheUsability and resolutionOf course, the display means used drawing meansEdit input to the screen ((Drawing input) operation and, Setting meansThe operation of setting (selecting) the type of drawing pattern on the screen is accepted in parallel by the control means.Independent processingBe doneBecauseThe user can select the type of the drawing pattern with the setting means at the same time while inputting the drawing on the screen using the drawing means on the display means,High-speed processing is possible, improving the responsiveness of the operator's operation and improving the operation feeling,Graffiti image editingShorten input workA highly convenient photo sticker dispensing device can be provided..
[0012]
  That is, in the case of the photo sticker dispensing device of this claim 1,operatorIs, Holding the drawing means (eg electronic pen) with one handDisplay meansFor screenFor drawing input such as drawing position designationDo the workWhileThe other hand performs a drawing pattern selection operation on the setting means.GraffitiBecause it becomes possible to operate,OneDrawing meansDisplay meansComplex movement on the screenHowever, there is no need for bothersome and time-consuming tasks such as selecting the desired drawing pattern, then specifying the drawing position, and writing the selected drawing pattern characters or figures.The operability is improved and the input operation can be performed in a short time.
[0013]
Furthermore, for example, it is possible to change the character color in the middle by operating the setting means and switching the character color while moving the drawing means and inputting characters. A variety of input operations can be performed that are not present in conventional devices that must be interrupted.
[0015]
  MoreTake this inventionPhoto sticker dispensing deviceComprises a plurality of sets of the drawing means and the setting means, and the control meansIs characterized in that a plurality of sets of images of the drawing data generated based on the setting of each setting unit are generated and superimposed on the image captured by the imaging unit.(Claim 2).
[0016]
  Configured like thisClaim 2In the invention, by providing a plurality of sets of drawing means and setting means, a plurality of operators can simultaneouslyDoodle image editing inputCan do the operationIn that case, the display meansSince a large display screen can be obtained, a device with excellent operability and resolution can be obtained.Of course, with multiple sets of drawing meansSetting means andThus, the editing input to the screen of the display means by the respective drawing means of each operator and the operation input for selecting the drawing pattern type by the setting means are received in parallel by the control means and processed independently. Therefore, high-speed processing is possible as in the case of claim 1, and the work time when a plurality of users perform graffiti input work at the same time can be greatly shortened. The userWith excellent operabilityGraffitiYou can perform input operationsIt is possible to provide a highly convenient photo sticker dispensing device that allows a plurality of users to simultaneously write graffiti image editing with excellent operability in a short time..
[0029]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
FIG. 1 is a view showing a photo sticker dispensing apparatus as an embodiment according to the present invention. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a control system of the photo sticker dispensing apparatus of FIG. In this photo sticker dispensing apparatus 1, a photograph taken by the photographing unit 20 provided at the front center of the main body 11 is displayed on a main operation panel 30 provided at the lower center of the main body 11. The user includes two sets of operation units, that is, a first operation unit 40 including a first touch pen 41 and a first sub operation panel 42, and a second touch pen 51 and a second sub operation panel 52. A printer 60 provided in the main body 11 is used to edit the image displayed on the main operation panel 30 using the second operation unit 50 after inputting and editing figures, characters, and the like. Print on sticker mount. The printed photo sticker is discharged from a seal outlet 12 provided on the side surface of the main body 11. Hereinafter, the configuration of each part of the apparatus will be described in more detail.
[0030]
The photographing unit 20 is provided with a CCD camera 21 and a photographing monitor 22, and the CCD camera 21 functioning as an image pickup means photographs a photographic image to be edited, while the photographing monitor 22 is currently connected to the CCD camera 21. An image to be shown is displayed, and the user can determine the composition of the photograph to be taken while viewing the image displayed on the photographing monitor 22.
[0031]
The photographing unit 20 is movable up and down within a predetermined range, and the CCD camera 21 is rotatable within a predetermined angle range so that the user can freely set the composition of the above-described photograph. It has become. That is, the photographing unit 20 is attached to the photographing unit driving device 23. When the photographing unit driving device 23 drives the photographing unit 20 based on a command from a main controller described later, the photographing unit 20 is moved up and down. The CCD camera 21 is rotated.
[0032]
The photograph taken by the CCD camera 21 is displayed on the main operation panel 30. The main operation panel 30 includes a main screen 31 having a screen for displaying an image, and a digitizer 32 provided on the screen. In this embodiment, the main screen 31 is a photographed photographic image to be edited, or an image that has been edited by adding characters or the like to the photographed image (hereinafter collectively referred to as “edited image”). And the digitizer 32 functions as a “position detecting means” for detecting the position on the screen touched by the touch pens 41 and 51.
[0033]
As the main screen 31, various methods such as a cathode ray tube type, a liquid crystal display, and a rear projection type are conceivable, but any of these and other methods may be used.
[0034]
Also, as the digitizer 32, various methods such as an infrared method and a capacitive coupling method are conceivable. However, in this embodiment, the digitizer 32 is transparent to visible light and can be used in combination with the touch pens 41 and 51. Any system can be used as long as it can identify a plurality of inputs.
[0035]
In addition, on the left and right sides of the main operation panel 30, first and second sub operation panels 42 and 52 are provided, and first and second touch pens 41 and 51 are provided. The first touch pen 41 and the second touch pen 51 function as the “drawing unit” of the present invention, and a figure selected in advance by the user holding the tip and touching the main operation panel 30 with the tip. It is possible to specify the arrangement of and input handwritten characters. The touch pens 41 and 51 are connected to the main body 11 by connection cables 411 and 511.
[0036]
Further, the first sub operation panel 42 and the second sub operation panel 52 as “setting means” are configured by touch panels that can display a predetermined image and can directly perform an input operation with a finger. When the user touches a predetermined position on the menu displayed on the panels 42 and 52, the shape of the figure input by the first and second touch pens 41 and 51, the color of the character, and the thickness of the drawn line The drawing pattern such as can be arbitrarily selected. As the touch panel, for example, a resistive film type can be used, but another type may be used.
[0037]
Thus, in this embodiment, two touch pens as drawing means and two sub operation panels as setting means are provided, respectively, and two users can operate these simultaneously to perform editing work. That is, while the first user operates the first sub operation panel 42 to set the drawing pattern, the first user performs an input operation on the main screen 31 while the second user performs the second operation. The sub-operation panel 52 and the second touch pen 51 are used to input to the main screen 31. When there is one user, the operation can be performed using either one of the two operation units 40 and 50.
[0038]
Here, in addition to the drawing pattern menu described above according to the operation status of the apparatus, the sub operation panels 42 and 52 include menus for performing the above-described movement of the photographing unit 20, shutter operation, and the like. Each operation menu such as a menu for editing work can also be displayed.
[0039]
In addition, the main body 11 includes a coin insertion slot 16 for allowing the user to input a fee, a coin outlet 17 for the apparatus administrator to take out the fee, and a necessary for taking a clear picture. Illumination lamps 81 to 83 for securing the exposure amount and a speaker 90 for playing voice operation guidance and background music are provided.
[0040]
Next, the configuration of the controller unit 10 of the photo sticker dispensing apparatus 1 will be described with reference to FIG. The controller unit 10 includes a main controller 100 that controls the entire apparatus, and a sub controller 200 that controls the sub operation panels 42 and 52 and the printer 60.
[0041]
The main controller 100 is provided with a CPU 101, which controls each part of the apparatus by executing a preset program. In addition, the main controller 100 is provided with a memory 102 for temporarily storing programs to be executed by the CPU 101 and an operation state of the apparatus, and a hard disk (HD) apparatus 103 for storing image data.
[0042]
Further, the main controller 100 receives image data from the CCD camera 21 and converts it into a digital signal, an image input unit 104 for displaying the edited image on the main screen 31, a digitizer 32, and a touch pen. An input processing unit 106 that processes position information from 41 and 51, an image processing unit 107 for generating a composite image obtained by superimposing captured images and drawing images, a sub-controller 200, a photographing unit driving device 23, and the like. A communication interface (I / F) unit 108 that manages communication with peripheral devices is provided, and these functional blocks are connected to each other via an internal bus 110.
[0043]
On the other hand, the sub-controller 200 is provided with a CPU 201, which controls the printer 60 and the two sub operation panels 42 and 52 by executing a program stored in the memory 202. Also in the sub-controller 200, a hard disk (HD) device 203 for storing image data, a communication I / F unit 204 that manages communication with the main controller 100, and display processing for displaying images on the sub-operation panels 42 and 52. An input processing unit 206 that processes operation inputs to the unit 205 and the sub operation panels 42 and 52 is provided, and an image output unit 207 that outputs control signals and image signals to the printer 60 is provided. They are connected to each other via 210.
[0044]
Further, the communication I / F unit 108 of the main controller 100 and the communication I / F unit 204 of the sub-controller 200 are connected to each other, and regularly communicate to exchange information such as each operation state. This ensures synchronization of the operation of each part of the apparatus.
[0045]
As described above, in the photo sticker dispensing apparatus according to this embodiment, the main controller 100 and the sub controller 200 constituting the controller unit 10 work in response to a user's operation input and control each part of the apparatus, and the image. It is configured to store information such as data, and the controller unit 10 functions as the “control unit” and “storage unit” of the present invention.
[0046]
Next, the operation of the photo sticker dispensing apparatus 1 configured as described above will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing the operation of the photo sticker dispensing apparatus. In this apparatus, as described above, the main controller 100 and the sub-controller 200 operate in parallel to perform the respective operation modes shown in FIG. Although illustration and description of operations are omitted for ease of understanding, the device 1 is used by reproducing audio data stored in the hard disk device 103 in advance from the speaker 90 as the operation proceeds. Since the operation guidance is given to the user by voice, even a user unfamiliar with the apparatus can easily and reliably perform the operation.
[0047]
First, when the power is turned on and each part of the apparatus is activated, an opening movie based on images and sounds set in advance and stored in the hard disk device 103 is reproduced from the main screen 31 and the speaker 90 (step S1). Become.
[0048]
When it is detected that the user has inserted a predetermined coin into the coin insertion slot 16 (step S2), first, a photograph is taken to photograph the subject with the CCD camera 21 (step S3). In this photo shooting mode, the user can move the shooting unit 20 up and down, rotate the CCD camera 21, zoom, and the like. The user can check the image displayed on the shooting monitor 22 while checking the image displayed on the shooting monitor 22. The composition of the photograph to be taken can be set freely.
[0049]
Next, a background selection mode for causing the user to select an image as a background is executed (step S4). Specifically, a plurality of background image data stored in advance in the hard disk device 103 is read out and displayed on the sub operation panels 41 and 42, and the background image selected by the user touching the desired image is first photographed. It is superimposed on the photographic image and displayed on the main screen 31. If the user likes it, the background image is determined by touching, for example, a portion of the sub display panels 42 and 52 that is displayed as “OK”.
[0050]
Following this, image editing (step S5) is performed in which figures and characters are written in the photograph and background image. This image editing mode will be described in detail later.
[0051]
When the editing of the image is completed, the user can select whether or not to take another picture within the limited number of times of photography (step S6). Returning to S 3, photographing, editing, and the like are performed again, whereby a plurality of edited images are stored in the hard disk device 103.
[0052]
After editing a predetermined number of images in this way, layout editing (step S7) for determining the arrangement of these images on the sticker mount is performed. That is, the hard disk device 103 stores a plurality of layout patterns in which one sticker mount is divided into a plurality of sections, and allows the user to select one of these layout patterns and edit it. It is determined in which section each image is arranged. As these layout patterns, for example, one that divides one sticker mount into sections of the same size or one that includes sections of different shapes and sizes can be used.
[0053]
When the image editing and layout operations are completed in this way, the printer 60 prints the edited image on the sticker mount based on the selected layout (step S8), and the photo sticker thus created is the side face of the main body 11. It is discharged from the seal outlet 12 provided in.
[0054]
In this apparatus, as described above, the main controller 100 and the sub-controller 200 perform these processes in parallel, so that a quick operation can be surely performed. The reason will be described below with reference to FIGS. 4 to 6 by taking the image editing mode in step S5 as an example. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing the operation of the sub-controller 200 of this apparatus, and FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of the edit menu displayed on the sub-operation panels 41 and 51. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the operation of the main controller 100 in the image editing mode.
[0055]
In the sub-controller 200 of this apparatus, the CPU 201 executes a program for controlling the sub-operation panels 42 and 52 and the printer 60 stored in the memory 202, and performs processing of each step shown in FIG. Further, the CPU 201 periodically communicates with the CPU 101 provided in the main controller 100 via the communication I / F units 204 and 108, and exchanges information regarding the respective operation statuses.
[0056]
First, immediately after the apparatus is turned on or when the apparatus is in a standby state, an initial screen stored in advance in the hard disk device 203 is displayed on the sub-operation panels 42 and 52 (step S101). When a print command is received from the main controller 100 (step S102), the printer 60 is activated (step S103), and subsequently image data sent from the main controller 100 is received (step S104). 60 is controlled to print the image data on the sticker mount (step S105).
[0057]
On the other hand, when a print command has not been received, the CPU 201 mainly performs processing related to display control on the sub-operation panels 42 and 52 and user operation input (steps S106 to S110).
[0058]
As described above, the CPU 201 grasps the operation status of the apparatus through communication with the main controller 100, and during the execution of the image editing mode as shown in FIG. The edit menu is displayed on the sub operation panels 42 and 52 (step S106). In the editing menu of FIG. 5, the figure that can be input and the drawing pattern by the touch pens 41 and 51, that is, the type, thickness, color, etc. of the line are displayed. By touching, the function description or sample image is displayed in the explanation area, or a desired drawing pattern is selected.
[0059]
Then, the CPU 201 individually reads the position information touched by the user from the sub operation panels 42 and 52 (steps S107 and S108), and determines the drawing pattern selected by the user based on the position information. When an operation is performed on one of the two sub operation panels 42 and 52, the operation information is sent to the main controller 100 via the communication I / F unit 204 (step S110). On the other hand, if the operation has not been performed, the process returns to step S102 and waits for the operation.
[0060]
Thus, the sub controller 200 performs display control of the sub operation panels 42 and 52 and accepts operation inputs, and operation information by the user is transmitted to the main controller 100 as needed.
[0061]
At this time, the main controller 100 executes the program shown in each step of FIG. First, an image to be edited (edited image) is displayed on the main screen 31 by superimposing the previously photographed photograph image or the previously selected background image (step S501). Next, the operation information sent from the sub controller 200 is read (step S502).
[0062]
Here, if the operation information corresponds to the “OK” operation performed by the user as an intention to complete editing (step S503), the image at that time is stored in the hard disk device 103, and the image editing is performed. The mode ends (step S504).
[0063]
On the other hand, if the operation information relates to another operation, for example, the designation of the drawing color, the position information on the digitizer 32 of the first touch pen 41 is subsequently captured (step S505). Then, the drawing data composed of the combination of the drawing position and the drawing pattern based on these pieces of information is stored in the memory 102 as the first drawing data (step S506). Subsequently, the second drawing data is stored in the memory 102 in the same manner for the second touch pen 51 (steps S507 and S508).
[0064]
The drawing data generated for each of the two touch pens 41 and 51 is displayed on the edited image displayed on the main screen 31 (step S509), and the above processing is repeated until the user performs an “OK” operation. Execute. By doing so, the user can write on the photographed photograph image with an arbitrary drawing pattern.
[0065]
As described above, in the image editing mode of the photo sticker dispensing apparatus, the edited image processing and the input processing with the touch pens 41 and 51 are performed by the main controller 100, while the display on the sub operation panels 42 and 52 is performed in parallel with this. The sub-controller 200 accepts control and drawing pattern selection operations. Therefore, the drawing pattern setting and the drawing input reception can be performed in parallel, so that high-speed processing is possible. Moreover, since the edited image can be displayed on the entire surface of the main screen 31, high resolution can be achieved. . Further, the user can work comfortably using the entire screen, and it is not necessary to reciprocate the touch pens 41 and 51 between the edit menu and the edited image every time the drawing pattern is switched, and the editing work can be performed in a short time. It can be carried out.
[0066]
Furthermore, because drawing input and drawing pattern setting are performed on separate screens, the user can select a drawing pattern by operating the sub operation panel with the other hand while holding the pen with one hand, for example. You can also By performing such an input, it is possible to create an image that could not be realized by a conventional apparatus, such as changing the color or thickness in the middle of one line.
[0067]
Even when each operation mode other than the image editing mode described above is being executed, the sub operation panels 42 and 52 are selected according to the operation content from the operation menu images stored in the hard disk device 203 in advance. An operation menu is displayed and configured to accept user operation inputs as needed.
[0068]
For example, in the photo shooting mode of step S3 (FIG. 3), for example, the shooting menu image shown in FIG. 7 is displayed on the sub operation panels 42 and 52, and the user touches a predetermined position on the screen as necessary. Thus, the photographing unit 20 can be operated. For example, when “UP” or “DOWN” on the screen is touched, the photographing unit 20 moves upward or downward while touching, and the CCD camera 21 can be set at a position desired by the user. it can. Further, by touching “Zoom In” or “Zoom Out”, the zoom magnification by the CCD camera 21 can be changed. Then, shooting is performed by touching “OK”, and the photographed photograph image is stored in the hard disk device 103.
[0069]
In other background selection modes and layout editing modes, menu images and the like appropriately selected according to each operation mode are displayed on the sub operation panels 42 and 52, and the process proceeds while accepting operation inputs as needed. In particular, when selecting a user from among a plurality of candidate images as in the selection of the background image and layout pattern described above, a plurality of candidate images are displayed side by side on the sub operation panels 42 and 52 at the same time. Alternatively, the images may be displayed one by one, and the candidate images may be switched sequentially by the user's operation.
[0070]
The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications other than those described above can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention. For example, in the above-described embodiment, two main operation units (two touch pens 41 and 51 and two sub operation panels 42 and 52) are configured for one main screen 31, but the present invention is not limited thereto. Instead, for example, one or three or more operation units may be provided, or two or more touch pens may be provided for one sub operation panel.
[0071]
In the above-described embodiment, a plurality of photographic images can be taken and edited. However, one type of photographic image may be handled. In the operation of the above-described embodiment, a plurality of images are created by repeatedly taking and editing a photograph. First, a plurality of photographs are captured and stored, and then these are stored. May be sequentially called for editing. Further, a plurality of edited images may be displayed on the main screen 31 so that they can be edited simultaneously.
[0072]
In the above-described embodiment, the controller unit 10 is configured by the main controller 100 and the sub controller 200 including the independent CPUs 101 and 201. However, the present invention is not limited to this. It is good also as a structure controlled by.
[0073]
Further, in the above-described embodiment, the main controller 100 and the sub-controller 200 are each provided with the memories 102 and 202 and the hard disk devices 103 and 303, and store data and image data necessary for operation as necessary. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and all of these may be configured by a semiconductor memory, and the two hard disk devices may be shared, or other storage media such as a magneto-optical disk may be used. It may be a thing.
[0074]
Further, preset background images, layout patterns, operation menu images, and the like may be stored in the ROM, but are stored in a rewritable medium such as the hard disk devices 103 and 203 of the present embodiment. If so, the contents can be easily updated in accordance with changes in the user's preferences, and new services can always be provided simply by rewriting the data.
[0075]
In the above-described embodiment, the sub operation panels 42 and 52 are configured by touch panels. However, other than this, for example, a configuration by a keyboard, a push button, or the like may be used. However, for the same reason as described above, the menu can be easily changed by using the touch panel as in the present embodiment, so that a more versatile device can be obtained.
[0076]
In the above-described embodiment, image editing is performed by selecting a background image and writing characters or the like. However, other than this, for example, changing the color tone of a photographed photograph image or combining a plurality of photograph images. Other image processing may be performed.
[0077]
Further, an interface for connecting to an external device such as a digital camera or a personal computer or an Internet line may be further provided so that an image can be taken in from the outside or edited image data can be transmitted to the outside.
[0079]
【The invention's effect】
  As described above, according to the first aspect of the present invention, the drawing pattern is selected.enableSetting means(control panel)And an image is displayed and an edit input operation is performedDisplay meansThe screen is provided separatelyRutaTherefore, the image to be edited can be displayed on the entire screen.TheUsability and resolutionOf course, the display means used drawing meansEdit input to the screen ((Drawing input) operation and, Setting meansThe operation of setting (selecting) the type of drawing pattern on the screen is accepted in parallel by the control means.Independent processingBe doneBecauseThe user can select the type of the drawing pattern with the setting means at the same time while inputting the drawing on the screen using the drawing means on the display means,High-speed processing is possible, improving the responsiveness of the operator's operation and improving the operation feeling,Graffiti image editingShorten input workA highly convenient photo sticker dispensing device can be provided..
  That is, in the case of the photo sticker dispensing apparatus according to claim 1, the user holds the drawing means (for example, the electronic pen) with one hand and performs drawing input work such as drawing position designation on the screen of the display means. However, since it is possible to perform a graffiti operation such as selecting a drawing pattern with respect to the setting means with the other hand, it is possible to move one drawing means in a complicated manner on the screen of the display means as in the past, and to obtain a desired drawing pattern. This eliminates the troublesome and time-consuming task of specifying the drawing position and then writing the selected drawing pattern characters and figures after selecting, improving the operability of graffiti and making input work in a short time It becomes possible. Furthermore, for example, while moving the drawing means and inputting characters, the character color is changed by selecting the drawing pattern of the setting means to change the character color in the graffiti, or the color in the middle of one line It is also possible to change the thickness or change the thickness, and it is possible to perform various input operations that are not available in the conventional apparatus in which the input must be interrupted every time the drawing pattern is changed.
[0080]
  According to the invention of claim 2, a plurality of operators can be simultaneously provided by providing a plurality of sets of drawing means and setting means.Doodle image editing inputCan do the operationIn that case, the display meansSince a large display screen can be obtained, a device with excellent operability and resolution can be obtained.Of course, a plurality of sets of drawing means and setting means allow the control means to input editing input to the screen of each display means of each operator and operation input for setting the type of drawing pattern to the setting means. Since it is accepted in parallel and processed independently, high-speed processing is possible as in the case of claim 1, and the work time when a plurality of users simultaneously input graffiti is greatly shortened. This is a very convenient photo sticker that allows multiple users to write and edit graffiti images in a short time without compromising the operability of each user. Dispensing device can be provided.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a diagram showing a photographic sticker dispensing apparatus as an embodiment according to the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a control system of the photo sticker dispensing apparatus of FIG.
FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing the operation of the photo sticker dispensing apparatus.
FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing the operation of the sub-controller of this apparatus.
FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of an edit menu displayed on a sub operation panel.
FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the operation of the main controller in an image editing mode.
FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating an example of a shooting menu displayed on a sub operation panel.
[Explanation of symbols]
10 Controller part (control means, storage means)
20 Shooting unit
21 CCD camera (imaging means)
30 Main operation panel
31 Main screen (display means)
32 digitizer (position detection means)
40, 50 1st, 2nd operation part
41, 51 Touch pen (drawing means)
42, 52 Sub operation panel (setting means)
60 Printer (printing means)
100 Main controller
101, 201 CPU
200 Sub-controller

Claims (2)

Imaging means for imaging a subject;
Display means having a screen for displaying an image;
Drawing means for designating a drawing position on the screen by touching the screen;
Position detecting means for detecting a position touched by the drawing means on the screen;
A control panel that allows selecting the type of drawing patterns definitive said drawing means, and setting means for setting the type of the selected drawing pattern,
In parallel with the setting of the drawing pattern of the setting unit, the drawing unit accepts a drawing input of an image editing process of an image captured by the imaging unit, and the setting unit is positioned at a position designated by the drawing unit and the position detecting unit on the screen. Control means for generating drawing data obtained by arranging the drawing pattern set by the step, and causing the display means to display a composite image obtained by superimposing the image of the drawing data on the image picked up by the image pickup means as an output image;
A photographic sticker dispensing apparatus, comprising: printing means for printing the output image on a sticker mount . A plurality of sets of the drawing means and the setting means;
The said control means produces | generates the image of the several sets of said drawing data produced | generated based on the setting of each said setting means, and it superimposes on the image imaged by the said imaging means . Photo sticker dispensing device .

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