JP2001283355A - Alarm device - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To reduce misoperations in the switching operation of a guard state and a guard release state of a guard device. SOLUTION: The alarm device 1 is provided with an ID information input part 101 for inputting information and a control part 2 for switching a guard state of a guard area to a guard mode or a guard release mode in accordance with signals inputted from various sensors 301 and the input part 101 and outputting an alarm to a monitor center at the time of detecting abnormality with a certain sensor in the guard mode state. The device 1 is provided also with a first operation button 102a, a second operation button 102n and an operation button cover 104. The cover 104 is provided rotatably to a position covering the first button 102a of the second button 120b. When the input part 101 is operated after the depression of the first operation button 102a or the second operation button 102b, or the first operation button 102a or the second operation button 102b is depressed after the operation of the input pat 101, the control part 2 shifts the guard state to the guard mode or the guard release mode.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an alarm device for transmitting detection outputs of various sensors to a monitoring center according to a security state of a monitoring area. In particular, the present invention relates to an alarm device for reducing false alarms caused by an error in starting or releasing a security.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art A conventional card reader is used as an ID information input unit in a conventional alarm device, and security is started or released when a card registered in the card reader is operated in advance.

FIG. 10 shows an example of a configuration of a conventional alarm device, wherein 101 is a card reader as an ID information input unit, and 2 is a control unit. The control unit 2 includes a storage unit 201, a processing unit 202, and an alarm transmission unit 203. 301a to 301n indicate various security sensors.

[0004] The card reader 101 reads the ID information stored in the card, and outputs the ID information to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 collates the ID information stored in the storage unit 201 in advance with the ID information input from the card reader, and if they match, sets the security state to the security mode or the security release mode. The processing unit 202 is connected to various security sensors 301a to 301n, and outputs a signal to the alarm transmission unit 203 when a detection signal of the sensor is input during the security mode. When a signal is input from the processing unit 202, the alarm transmitting unit 203 transmits an alarm to a monitoring center (not shown). The various security sensors 301a to 301n are installed on a ceiling, a door, a window, or the like of the monitoring area, and transmit a detection signal when detecting an abnormality caused by an intruder or the like.

[0005] The security state means that the processing unit 202 outputs a signal to the alarm transmitting unit 203 when a detection signal is input from each of the security sensors 301a to 301n, and the alarm transmitting unit 203 transmits an alarm to the monitoring center. The security release state means that even if the processing unit 202 inputs the detection signal of the sensor, the alarm transmission unit 203
No signal is output to the monitoring center, that is, no alarm is transmitted to the monitoring center.

Next, the operation of the alarm device will be described.

[0007] The last person leaving the building (monitoring area) confirms that the various security sensors 301a to 301n are in a state suitable for security, that is, the various security sensors 301a to 301n send a detection signal to the processing unit 202. After confirming that the card has not been transmitted, the card is inserted into the card reader 101. Then, the card reader 101 reads the ID information of the card, and outputs the ID information to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 compares the ID information of the card with the ID information set in the storage unit 201 in advance, and switches the security mode from the security release state to the security state if they match. That is, the processing unit 202 receives the detection signals of the various security sensors 301a to 301n during this security state, and outputs the alarm transmission unit 203
And the alarm sending unit 203 sends an alarm to the monitoring center. Then, when the first person who comes to the building (monitoring area) inserts the card into the card reader 101, the card reader 101 outputs the card ID information to the processing unit 202 as described above, and the When the security information matches, the security mode is switched from the security state to the security release state.

[0008]

However, the above-mentioned conventional alarm device has the following problems. That is, ID
In the information input section, the security mode is reversed every time the card is operated, so if the card is accidentally operated when security is released, security will be started and an erroneous alarm will be sent to the monitoring center. I will. Conversely, when the card is operated by mistake while in the security state, there is a problem that the security is released, the security state is released, and an intruder or the like cannot be detected. For example, there are the following causes.

(1) The person who goes to the office after the second operates the card, thinking that it is the first. That is, since the person who came to work first has already released the security, if the second or later person operates the card, the state shifts to the security state and an erroneous alarm is transmitted.

(2) Operate the card assuming that it is the last person to leave even though it is already in security. That is, if the card is erroneously operated while in the security state, the security is released, that is, the security state is not set, and a situation occurs in which an intruder is not detected even when an intruder is present.

(3) The operator cannot confirm whether the collating unit has read the ID information of the card, and operates twice. In other words, even though a normal operation has been performed once, it is uncertain whether the operation was effective and if the operation is performed again, the problems (1) and (2) described above occur.

[0012] These are considered to be caused by the fact that the operator operates without knowing the current security mode and the security mode after the operation due to getting used to it, and that the operations of security release and security start are the same. Can be

The present invention has been made to solve the above problems, and has as its object to provide an alarm device that can reduce erroneous operations.

[0014]

According to a first aspect of the present invention, there is provided an alarm device comprising: an ID information input unit for inputting ID information by a predetermined operation; various sensors for detecting an abnormality in a security zone;
Connected to the information input unit, the security state of the security zone is switched to at least the security mode or the security release mode by a signal from the ID information input unit, and when the sensor detects an abnormality when the security state is the security mode, an alarm is issued to the monitoring center. A first operation button, a second operation button, and an operation button cover, wherein the control unit has an ID.
A storage unit for storing information in advance, and a collation unit for collating the ID information and the ID information of the storage unit, input from the ID information input unit, wherein the operation button cover is a first operation button or a second operation button. The first operation button or the second operation button is rotatably installed at a position covering the second operation button, and the first operation button or the second operation button can be pressed by operating the operation button cover.
When the ID information input unit is operated after the operation button or the second operation button is pressed, or when the first operation button or the second operation button is pressed after the operation of the ID information input unit, a security state is set. Is shifted to a security mode or a security release mode.

In the present invention, since two operation buttons are provided and a cover is provided on one of them, it is necessary to operate the cover before the security start operation or the security release operation. That is, since the security start operation and the security release operation are different, the operator can be surely conscious of the operation to be performed. Therefore, there is no chance that the security is started or the security is released by mistake.

Further, the alarm device according to the second aspect of the present invention,
2. The alarm device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit is provided with a determination unit that determines whether the sensor is in a state suitable for the security mode, and the operation button cover is in a state in which the sensor is suitable for the security mode. Only when the first operation button or the second operation button is depressed.

According to the present invention, the control unit controls the operation cover to be inoperable when the sensor is not in a state suitable for starting security at the time of security switching. This can prevent the operator from pressing the operation button in a state where the operator forgets to close the window or the like, that is, in a state where the security state is not appropriate.

According to a third aspect of the present invention, in the alarm device according to the first aspect, the message output unit and the control unit determine whether the sensor is in a state suitable for a security mode. A discriminating unit is provided, and the operation button cover is
When the sensor is not in a state suitable for the security mode, the first operation button or the second operation button is operable in a range where the sensor cannot be pressed, and the message output unit sets the sensor in a state suitable for the security mode. When the operation button cover is operated when there is no operation, a predetermined message is output according to the determination result of the determination unit.

According to the present invention, when the sensor is not in a state suitable for security at the time of security switching, the control unit controls the operation cover to operate somewhat but not to press the operation button. When the operation button cover is operated in this state, a predetermined message is output. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the operator from forgetting to close the window or the like, that is, to press the operation button in a state where the security state is not appropriate, and the operator can change the state of the security area by a message. Easy to recognize.

The alarm device according to a fourth aspect of the present invention is the alarm device according to the first aspect, wherein the control unit determines whether or not the sensor is in a state suitable for a security mode. When a sensor is not in a state suitable for the security mode, a timer is provided to start measuring a predetermined time when the operation button cover is operated, and the timer is reset when the sensor is in a state suitable for the security, The control unit prohibits the transition of the security state when the timer is counting time.

In the present invention, when the security state is switched, the security state does not shift for a predetermined time after the operation cover is operated. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the alarm from being erroneously transmitted due to the operator.

According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, in the alarm device according to the fourth aspect, the control unit is configured to control the state in which the sensor is suitable for the security mode even after the timer finishes measuring a predetermined time. When not, the ID information input unit is operated after the first operation button or the second operation button is pressed, or the first operation button or the second operation button is pressed after the operation of the ID information input unit. Then, an alarm is output to the monitoring center.

In the present invention, the control device does not switch the security state while the timer measures a predetermined time after the operation cover is operated. As a result, even if the state is not suitable for security, there is no possibility that the security state is switched and a useless alarm is output. When the timer presses the operation button after the end of the timing, an alarm is transmitted. As a result, the monitoring center can indicate that a failure has occurred in the alarm device such as a failure in a sensor or the like.

According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, in the alarm device according to the fourth or fifth aspect, a message output unit is provided, and the message output unit operates when the operation button cover is operated. A predetermined message is output according to the determination result of the determination unit.

In the present invention, when the operation button is operated, the control device determines whether or not various sensors are in a state suitable for starting security, and outputs the result as a message. Thereby, erroneous operation of security switching can be reduced.

[0026]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the drawings. [Embodiment 1] Next, an alarm device according to a first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a security system according to a first embodiment of the present invention, wherein 1 is an alarm device, 2 is a control unit, and 101 is an I
D information input unit, 102a is a first operation button, 102b is a second operation button, 103 is a message output unit, 104 is an operation button cover, 301a
Reference numerals 301n indicate various security sensors. The control unit 2 includes a storage unit 201, a processing unit 202, an alarm transmission unit 203, and a timer 204.

The ID information input unit 101 reads the ID information stored in the card, and outputs the ID information to the processing unit 202. In this embodiment, a card reader is used as the ID information input unit 101. The storage unit 201 stores ID information set in the card. First operation button 102a and second operation button
102b is provided as a push button switch, and when pressed, a security start signal and a security release signal are respectively processed by the processing unit 202.
Output to The operation button cover 104 is fixed above the first operation button as shown in FIG. 2 or 3, and is rotated so as to be able to move to a state where the first operation button is covered and a position where the first operation button is exposed. It is movably installed. The operation button cover 104 has a lock unit (not shown),
When the command signal is received, the rotation becomes impossible. The message output unit 103 is provided with the first operation button 102a.
Alternatively, when the second operation button 102b is pressed, a predetermined message described later is output. Also, when a collation signal is input from the processing unit 202, a predetermined message described later is output. In this embodiment, a voice is used as a message output by the message output unit 103. The timer 204 measures a predetermined time after the first operation button 102a or the second operation button 102b is pressed. The processing unit 202 collates the ID information preset in the storage unit 201 with the ID information input from the ID information input unit 101, and outputs a collation signal to the message output unit 103 when they match, and simultaneously guards the security state. Mode or security release mode. Further, when a detection signal of each of the security sensors 301a to 301n is input when the security state is the security mode, a signal is output to the alarm transmission unit 203. When a signal is input from the processing unit 202, the alarm transmitting unit 203 transmits an alarm to a monitoring center (not shown) at a remote place. Each of the security sensors 301a to 301n is installed on a ceiling, a door, a window, or the like of the monitoring area, and outputs a detection signal to the processing unit 202 when detecting an abnormality such as an intruder.

The ID information input unit 101 includes a numeric keypad, a key,
Any device can be used as long as it can identify an individual, such as a non-contact card, biometrics (fingerprint, iris, voiceprint, face, etc.) information.

The first operation button and the second operation button are
If the name of the operation is displayed on the surface as shown in 2 or 3, it is easy to recognize.

In this embodiment, the operation button cover is provided on the first operation button side, but may be provided on the second operation button side.

In this embodiment, the security mode and the security release mode have been described as security states. However, for example, even when a person is present in a security area, if a predetermined sensor outputs a detection signal, a security signal is output. There is a home security mode for transmitting an alarm to the monitoring center.

Next, the operation of the security system according to the first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. [Transition from the security release state to the security state] The last exiting person (hereinafter referred to as “operator”) in the monitoring area moves the security state from the security release mode to the security mode by first moving the operation button cover from FIG. After shifting to the position 3 (S1), the first operation button 102a is pressed (S2). Then, the first operation button 102
“a” outputs a security start signal to the processing unit 202 (S3). The processing unit 202 that has received the security start signal instructs the timer 204 to measure a predetermined time (S4). Also, at this time, the message output unit outputs a voice message "Start security" (S5). Next, the operator inserts a card into the ID information input unit 101 before the timer 204 measures a predetermined time (S6, S
7). The ID information input unit 101 that has input the ID information of the card
The information is output to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 collates the ID information with ID information preset in the storage unit 201, and switches the security state from the security release mode to the security mode if they match (S8, S9). In addition, the message output unit outputs a voice message stating "security started" (S1
0).

In the security mode, the security sensors 301a to 301a
When 1n outputs a detection signal to the processing unit 202, the processing unit 202 outputs a signal to the alarm transmission unit 203, and the alarm transmission unit 203 transmits an alarm to the monitoring center.

After the first operation button is pressed, when the timer counts a predetermined time, the message output unit outputs a message such as "Please operate from the beginning" and the timer 204.
Is reset (S11, S12). [Transition from the security state to the security release state] The person who comes first to the monitoring area (the person who switches from the security mode to the security release mode,
(Hereinafter referred to as the operator)
Is pressed (S101). Then, the second operation button 102b outputs a security release signal to the processing unit 202 (S10
2). The processing unit 202 that has received the security release signal is a timer 204
Is instructed to measure a predetermined time (S103). Also, at this time, the message output unit outputs a voice message "release security" (S104). Next, the operator sets the timer 204
Inserts a card into the ID information input unit 101 before counting the predetermined time (S105, S106). The ID information input unit 101 that has input the ID information of the card outputs the ID information to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 stores the ID information and an ID set in the storage unit 201 in advance.
The information is collated, and if they match, the security state is switched from the security mode to the security release mode (S107, S108). Further, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message saying “security has been released” (S109).

After the second operation button 102b is pressed, when the timer 204 measures a predetermined time, the message output unit 103 outputs a message such as "Please operate from the beginning" and resets the timer 204 (S110, S111).

In this embodiment, the ID information input section is operated after each operation button is pressed, but the operation may be reversed. That is, the operation button may be pressed after operating the card.

As described above, in the present embodiment, two operation buttons are provided, and a cover is provided on one of them, so that they are operated before the security start operation and before the security release operation, respectively. That is, since the security start operation and the security release operation are different, the operator can be surely made aware of the operation to be performed. Therefore, there is no chance that the security is started or the security is released by mistake. In addition, when the operation button is pressed, a message such as “Start security” or “Cancel security” is output, so that the operator can confirm the operation to be performed and reduce erroneous operations. Second Embodiment Next, an alarm device according to a second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.

In FIG. 6, the same parts as those in FIG. 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the duplicate description will be omitted.

1 is an alarm device, 2 is a control unit, 101 is an ID information input unit, 102a is a first operation button, 102b is a second operation button, 103 is a message output unit, 104 is an operation button cover, and 301a to 301a. 301n indicates various security sensors. The control unit 2 includes a storage unit 201, a processing unit 202, an alarm transmission unit 203, and a timer 204.

The operation button cover 104 is fixed above the first operation button as shown in FIG. 2 or 3, and is rotatably installed so as to cover the first operation button. In the present embodiment, the operation button cover 104 is connected to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 stores ID information preset in the storage unit 201 and
The ID information input from the ID information input unit 101 is collated, and when they match, a collation signal is output to the message output unit 103,
At the same time, the security state is switched to the security mode or the security release mode. Further, when the detection signals of the various security sensors 301a to 301n are input when the security state is the security mode, the alarm transmission unit
Output the signal to 203. Also, the processing unit 202 determines whether or not the various security sensors 301a to 301n are in a state suitable for starting security, that is, a detection signal similar to the case where the sensor detects an intruder who has forgotten to close windows and doors. It always determines whether it is emitting. When the various security sensors 301a to 301n are not in a state suitable for starting security, control is performed so that the operation button cover 104 cannot be operated.

Next, the operation of the alarm device according to the second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. [Transition from the Security Release State to the Security State] The last exiting person (hereinafter referred to as “operator”) in the monitoring area shifts the security state from the security release mode to the security mode by first moving the operation button cover 104 from FIG. After shifting to the position shown in FIG. 3, it is necessary to press the first operation button 102a.

Here, if any one of the various security sensors 301a to 301n installed in the monitoring area outputs a detection signal to the processing unit 202, the processing unit 202 operates the operation button cover 104.
Is controlled not to operate. For example, the case where the window in which the sensor is installed is open.

At this time, the operator cannot press the first operation button 102a, so that the inside of the monitoring area is inspected and a state suitable for starting security is set. In this case, close the window.

When the monitoring area is in a state suitable for starting security, the operation button cover 104 is rotatable, and the operator presses the first operation button 102a (S201, S202,
S203). Then, the first operation button 102a outputs a security start signal to the processing unit 202 (S204). The processing unit 202 that has received the security start signal instructs the timer 204 to measure a predetermined time.
(S205). Also, at this time, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message “Starting security” (S20
6). Next, the operator inserts the card into the ID information input unit 101 before the timer 204 measures a predetermined time (S207, S20
8). The ID information input unit 101 that has input the ID information of the card
The information is output to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 collates the ID information with the ID information preset in the storage unit 201, and switches the security state from the security release mode to the security mode if they match (S209, S210). The message output unit 103
Outputs a voice message stating "security started" (S211).

During the security mode, the security sensors 301a to 301a
When 1n outputs a detection signal to the processing unit 202, the processing unit 202 outputs a signal to the alarm transmission unit 203, and the alarm transmission unit 203 transmits an alarm to the monitoring center.

After the first operation button is pressed, when the timer measures a predetermined time, the message output section 103 outputs a message such as "Please operate from the beginning" and outputs the message.
204 is reset (S212, S213). [Transition from the security state to the security release state] The person who comes first to the monitoring area (the person who switches from the security mode to the security release mode,
(Hereinafter referred to as the operator)
Of the operation button 102b is pressed. Then, the second operation button 102
b outputs a security release signal to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 that has received the security release signal instructs the timer 204 to measure a predetermined time. Also, at this time, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message “release security”. Next, the operator inserts a card into the ID information input unit 101 before the timer 204 measures a predetermined time. Card ID
The ID information input unit 101 having input the information transmits the ID information to the processing unit 202.
Output to The processing unit 202 collates the ID information with the ID information preset in the storage unit 201, and switches the security state from the security mode to the security release mode if they match. Further, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message saying “security has been released”.

In this embodiment, the ID information input section is operated after each operation button is pressed, but the operation may be reversed. That is, the operation button may be pressed after operating the card.

As described above, in this embodiment, two operation buttons are provided, and a cover is provided on one of them. Further, the cover does not operate unless it is in a state suitable for security. False alarm transmission can be reduced. Third Embodiment Next, an alarm device according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 6, the same portions as those in FIG. 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant description will be omitted.

1 is an alarm device, 2 is a control unit, 101 is an ID information input unit, 102a is a first operation button, 102b is a second operation button, 103 is a message output unit, 104 is an operation button cover, and 301a to 301n indicates various security sensors. The control unit 2 includes a storage unit 201, a processing unit 202, an alarm transmission unit 203, and a timer 204.

The operation button cover 104 is fixed above the first operation button 102a as shown in FIG. 2 or FIG.
It is installed rotatably so as to cover 102a. The operation button cover 104 is connected to the processing unit 202. The operation of the operation button cover 104 is controlled by the processing unit 202 as described later. The processing unit 202 has an ID set in advance in the storage unit 201.
Check the information against the ID information input from the ID information input unit 101,
If they match, a collation signal is output to the message output unit 103, and at the same time, the security state is switched to the security mode or the security release mode. Further, when a detection signal of each of the security sensors 301a to 301n is input when the security state is the security mode, a signal is output to the alarm transmission unit 203. Also, the processing unit 202 determines whether or not the various security sensors 301a to 301n are in a state suitable for starting security, that is, a detection signal similar to the case where the sensor detects an intruder who has forgotten to close windows and doors. It always determines whether it is emitting. When the various security sensors 301a to 301n are not in a state suitable for starting security, the operation button cover 10
Lock 4 so that it does not move beyond the predetermined position. The predetermined position is a position where the first operation button 102a cannot be pressed. That is, the operation button cover 104 is
When 01a to 301n are not in a state suitable for starting security, the operation is slightly performed, but this is a range where the first operation button 102a cannot be pressed. When the operation button cover 104 is operated when the various security sensors 301a to 301n are not in a state suitable for starting security, the operation button cover 104 outputs an opening signal to the processing unit 202.

Next, the operation of the alarm device according to the third embodiment of the present invention will be described. [Transition from the Security Release State to the Security State] The last exiting person (hereinafter referred to as “operator”) in the monitoring area shifts the security state from the security release mode to the security mode by first moving the operation button cover 104 from FIG. After shifting to the position shown in FIG. 3, it is necessary to press the first operation button 102a.

Here, it is assumed that one of the various security sensors 301a to 301n installed in the monitoring area outputs a detection signal to the processing unit 202. At this time, the processing unit 202
The operation button cover 104 is controlled so as to operate only up to a predetermined position. This state is, for example, a case where the window in which the sensor is installed is open.

The operator operates the operation button cover 104 in order to press the first operation button 102a. However, since the processing unit 202 receives the detection signals from the various security sensors 301a to 301n, the operation button cover 104 is moved to a predetermined position, that is, the first position.
Is locked at a position where the operation button 102a cannot be pressed. At this time, the operation button cover 104 slightly operates, and in response to this operation, outputs an opening signal to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 that has received the release signal activates the message output unit 103, and the message output unit 103 outputs a message such as "cannot start security" or "check the sensor".
Therefore, the operator inspects the inside of the monitoring area and sets a state suitable for starting security. In this case, close the window.

Then, when the monitoring area is in a state suitable for starting security, the operation button cover 104 is unlocked and becomes rotatable, so that the operator presses the first operation button 102a. Then, the first operation button 102a outputs a security start signal to the processing unit 202. Processing unit to which the security start signal is input
202 instructs the timer 204 to measure a predetermined time. Also, at this time, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message “Start security”. Next, the operator inserts a card into the ID information input unit 101 before the timer 204 measures a predetermined time. ID information input section for entering card ID information
101 outputs the ID information to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 collates the ID information with the ID information preset in the storage unit 201, and switches the security state from the security release mode to the security mode if they match. Further, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message saying “security has started”.

During the security mode, the security sensors 301a to 301a
When 1n outputs a detection signal to the processing unit 202, the processing unit 202 outputs a signal to the alarm transmission unit 203, and the alarm transmission unit 203 transmits an alarm to the monitoring center.

After the first operation button is pressed, if the timer measures a predetermined time, the message output unit 103 outputs a message such as "Please operate from the beginning" and outputs the message.
Reset 204. [Transition from the security state to the security release state] The person who comes first to the monitoring area (the person who switches from the security mode to the security release mode,
(Hereinafter referred to as the operator)
Of the operation button 102b is pressed. Then, the second operation button 102
b outputs a security release signal to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 that has received the security release signal instructs the timer 204 to measure a predetermined time. Also, at this time, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message “release security”. Next, the operator inserts a card into the ID information input unit 101 before the timer 204 measures a predetermined time. Card ID
The ID information input unit 101 having input the information transmits the ID information to the processing unit 202.
Output to The processing unit 202 collates the ID information with the ID information preset in the storage unit 201, and switches the security state from the security mode to the security release mode if they match. Further, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message saying “security has been released”.

In this embodiment, the ID information input section is operated after each operation button is pressed, but the operation may be reversed. That is, the operation button may be pressed after operating the card.

As described above, in this embodiment, the operation button is
The cover is installed on one side, and when the cover is not in a state suitable for security, the operation button is slightly pressed but the operation button is not pressed, so that erroneous operation of security switching and transmission of erroneous alarm can be reduced. . If the operation button cover is operated when it is not in a state suitable for security, a message such as "Cannot start security" or "Check the sensor" is output, so the operator can easily monitor the monitoring area. Can recognize the situation. Embodiment 4 Next, an alarm device according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.

In FIG. 8, the same parts as those in FIG. 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the duplicate description will be omitted.

1 is an alarm device, 2 is a control unit, 101 is an ID information input unit, 102a is a first operation button, 102b is a second operation button, 103 is a message output unit, 104 is an operation button cover, 301a to 301n indicates various security sensors. The control unit 2 includes a storage unit 201, a processing unit 202, an alarm transmission unit 203, a first timer 204a, and a second timer 204b.

The operation button cover 104 is fixed above the first operation button 102a as shown in FIG. 2 or FIG.
It is installed rotatably so as to cover 102a. The operation button cover 104 is connected to the processing unit 202, and transmits an open signal to the processing unit 202 in response to an operation. The first timer 204a is the first
When the operation button 102a or the second operation button 102b is pressed, time measurement of a predetermined time is started. The second timer 204b starts counting a predetermined time when the operation button cover 104 is operated when the various security sensors 301a to 301n are not in a state suitable for starting security. Further, the second timer 204b is provided with various security sensors 301a.
Resets when ~ 301n is in a state suitable for starting security. If the second timer 204b is not counting a time, the processing unit 202 stores the ID information and the ID information input unit 101 set in the storage unit 201 in advance.
The ID information input from the server is collated, and if they match, a collation signal is output to the message output unit 103, and at the same time, the security state is switched to the security mode or the security release mode. further,
Various security sensors 301a to 301 when the security status is the security mode
When the 1n detection signal is input, a signal is output to the alarm transmission unit 203. Further, the processing unit 202 includes various security sensors 301a to 301n.
Is always in a state suitable for the start of security, that is, whether the window or door has been forgotten to close and the sensor has issued the same detection signal as when an intruder is detected. And
When an open signal is input from the operation button cover 104 when the security sensors 301a to 301n are not in a state suitable for starting security, a sensor abnormality signal is transmitted to the message output unit 103.

Next, the operation of the alarm device according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. [Transition from the Security Release State to the Security State] The last exiting person (hereinafter referred to as “operator”) in the monitoring area shifts the security state from the security release mode to the security mode by first moving the operation button cover 104 from FIG. After shifting to the position shown in FIG. 3, it is necessary to press the first operation button 102a.

Here, it is assumed that one of the various security sensors 301a to 301n installed in the monitoring area outputs a detection signal to the processing unit 202, that is, the monitoring area is not in a state suitable for security ( S301 denial). At this time, the operation button cover
When the button 104 is operated, the operation button cover 104 outputs an open signal to the processing unit 202 (S314). The processing unit 202 is an operation button cover 1
When the release signal is input from 04, the second timer 204b is started (S315). Further, the processing unit 202 outputs a sensor abnormality signal to the message output unit 103, and the message output unit 103
A message such as "security cannot be started" or "check the sensor" is output (S316). The second timer time is set to a time sufficient for the operator to check the inside of the monitoring area and bring the various security sensors 301a to 301n into a state suitable for security. Since this depends on the size of the monitoring area, the timer time is adapted to the size.

While the second timer 204b is counting a predetermined time, even if a card is inserted into the ID information input unit 101 within the time of the first timer 204a after pressing the first operation button 102a, the processing unit Two
02 does not shift the security status.

Therefore, the operator inspects the monitored area so as to make the monitored area suitable for starting security. Then, when the monitoring area is in a state suitable for starting security, the operation button cover 104 is operated and the operation button 102a is pressed (S317, S301, S302, S303). At this time, the second timer 204
b is reset (S318). Then, the first operation button 10
2a outputs a security start signal to the processing unit 202 (S304). The processing unit 202 that has received the security start signal instructs the first timer 204a to measure a predetermined time (S305). Also, at this time, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message "Start security" (S306). Next, the operator inserts a card into the ID information input unit 101 before the first timer 204a measures a predetermined time (S307, S308). The ID information input unit 101 that has input the ID information of the card outputs the ID information to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 collates the ID information with the ID information preset in the storage unit 201, and switches the security state from the security release mode to the security mode if they match (S309, S310).
In addition, the message output unit 103 displays "Started security."
Is output (S311). When the security sensors 301a to 301n output detection signals to the processing unit 202 during the security mode, the processing unit 202 outputs a signal to the alarm transmission unit 203, and the alarm transmission unit 203 transmits an alarm to the monitoring center. .

After the first operation button 102a is pressed, when the first timer 204a measures a predetermined time, the message output unit 10
3 outputs a message such as "Please operate from the beginning" and resets the first timer 204a (S312, S31
3).

Next, a case will be described in which the various security sensors 301a to 301n are still outputting detection signals to the processing unit 202 despite the lapse of the second timer time.

When the operation button cover 104 is operated when the security sensors 301a to 301n are not in a state suitable for security,
A message such as "security cannot be started" or "check the sensor" is output, and the second timer 204b starts measuring a predetermined time (S301 negative, S314, S314
315, S316). During this predetermined time, the operator checks the monitoring area and sets the various security sensors 301a to 301n in a state suitable for security. However, the monitoring area may not be in a state suitable for security despite the inspection by the operator, and the second timer time may elapse (S317 negative, S319 affirmative). For example,
This is the case when the sensor outputting the detection signal is not found or when the sensor is out of order. At this time, the operator operates the operation button cover 104 again (S320). Then, the surveillance area is still not suitable for security,
As before, the message output unit 103 outputs a message such as "security cannot be started" or "check the sensor". Next, the operator presses the first operation button 102a and inserts a card into the ID information input unit 101, similarly to the normal switching of the security state (S321, S322). Then, the processing unit 202 outputs an abnormal signal to the alarm transmitting unit 203. And
The alarm transmitting unit 203 that has received the abnormal signal transmits the abnormal signal to the monitoring center (S323). The monitoring center that has received the abnormal signal determines that the sensor is out of order or that the operator cannot identify the sensor that is outputting the detection signal, and causes the clerk to rush to the monitoring area. [Transition from the security state to the security release state] The person who comes first to the monitoring area (the person who switches from the security mode to the security release mode,
(Hereinafter referred to as the operator)
Of the operation button 102b is pressed. Then, the second operation button 102
b outputs a security release signal to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 that has received the security release signal instructs the timer 204 to measure a predetermined time. Also, at this time, the message output unit outputs a voice message saying "release security". Next, the operator inserts a card into the ID information input unit 101 before the timer 204 measures a predetermined time. The ID information input unit 101 that has input the ID information of the card outputs the ID information to the processing unit 202. The processing unit 202 collates the ID information with the ID information preset in the storage unit 201, and switches the security state from the security mode to the security release mode if they match. Further, the message output unit 103 outputs a voice message saying “security has been released”.

In this embodiment, the ID information input section is operated after each operation button is pressed, but the operation may be reversed. That is, the operation button may be pressed after operating the card.

As described above, in this embodiment, the security state is not switched while the second timer is counting a predetermined time after the operation button cover is operated. For this reason, for example, even if the monitoring area is not in a state suitable for security, the security state is not switched and a useless alarm is not transmitted. Further, when the second timer counts a predetermined time and then presses an operation button and then inputs ID information, an abnormal signal is transmitted to a remote monitoring center, and a staff member of the monitoring center rushes to the monitoring area. In such a case, a sensor failure or a case where the operator cannot find the sensor outputting the detection signal can be dealt with by the attendant.

[0072]

As described above, the alarm device according to claim 1 of the present application is provided with a security start button and a security release button.
The security state is switched by inputting the ID information, and a cover is provided on one of the buttons, so that mistakes in the operation of starting and canceling the security can be reduced. In addition, the alarm device of claim 2 determines whether the sensor is suitable for the state of security, and when the sensor is not suitable, disables operation of the operation button cover, so that erroneous operation of security switching and transmission of an erroneous alarm are performed. Can be reduced. Further, the alarm device of claim 3 is provided with two operation buttons, and a cover is provided on one of the operation buttons.When the cover is not in a state suitable for security, the operation button operates somewhat but the operation button cannot be pressed, Erroneous operation of security switching and transmission of an erroneous alarm can be reduced. Then, if the operation button cover is operated when the state is not suitable for security, a message to that effect is output as a message, so that the operator can easily recognize the situation of the monitoring area. In the alarm device according to the fourth aspect, the state is not switched to the guard state for a predetermined time after the operation button cover is operated, so that it is possible to reduce the transmission of an erroneous alarm. In addition, the alarm device of claim 5 transmits an alarm to the monitoring center when the monitoring area is not in a state suitable for security even after a predetermined time has elapsed after operating the operation button cover,
The burden on the operator can be reduced. Further, the alarm device of claim 6 operates the operation button cover to determine whether various sensors are suitable for the state of security and output a predetermined message.Therefore, erroneous operation of security switching and transmission of an erroneous alarm are performed. Can be reduced.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an alarm device according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an ID information input unit and an operation button cover.

FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an ID information input unit and an operation button cover.

FIG. 4 is an operation flowchart (transition from security release mode to security mode) of the first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is an operation flowchart (transition from security mode to security release mode) of the first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a block diagram of an alarm device according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is an operation flowchart (transition from security release mode to security mode) of the second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 8 is a block diagram showing the configuration of an alarm device according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 9 is an operation flowchart (transition from security release mode to security mode) of the second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 10 is a block diagram of a conventional alarm device.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 alarm device 101 ID information input section 102a first operation button 102b second operation button 103 message output section 104 operation button cover 2 control section 201 storage section 202 processing section 203 alarm transmission section 204 timer 204a first timer 204b second Timer 301a-301n sensor

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Claims (6)

[Claims] 1. An ID information input unit for inputting ID information by a predetermined operation, various sensors for detecting an abnormality in a security zone, and connected to the ID information input unit, and a security zone based on a signal from the ID information input unit. A control unit that switches the security state of at least to the security mode or the security release mode, and outputs an alarm to the monitoring center when the sensor detects an abnormality when the security state is the security mode. A button, a second operation button, and an operation button cover, wherein the operation button cover is rotatably installed at a position that covers one of the first operation button and the second operation button; The operation button or the second operation button can be pressed by operating the operation button cover.The control unit includes a storage unit that stores ID information in advance, and the ID information input from the ID information input unit. And I of the storage unit A collation unit for collating with the D information, wherein the ID information input unit is operated after the first operation button or the second operation button is pressed, or the second information button is operated after the operation of the ID information input unit. An alarm device, wherein when the first operation button or the second operation button is pressed, the security state is shifted to a security mode or a security release mode. 2. The alarm device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit includes a determination unit that determines whether the sensor is in a state suitable for a security mode. An alarm device that operates so that the first operation button or the second operation button can be pressed only when the apparatus is in a state suitable for a mode. 3. The alarm device according to claim 1, further comprising: a message output unit; and a determination unit configured to determine whether the sensor is in a state suitable for a security mode in the control unit. The cover is operable in a range where the first operation button or the second operation button cannot be pressed when the sensor is not in a state suitable for the security mode. When the operation button cover is operated when the operation button cover is not in a state of being in a state of being in a state where the operation button cover is operated, a predetermined message is output according to a result of the determination by the determination unit. 4. The alarm device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit determines whether the sensor is in a state suitable for a security mode, and the sensor is not in a state suitable for a security mode. A timer is provided to start timing of a predetermined time when the operation button cover is operated, and the timer is reset when the sensor is in a state suitable for the security mode. An alarm device that prohibits the transition of the security state in the case of (1). 5. The alarm device according to claim 4, wherein the control unit is configured to control the first operation button or the first operation button when the sensor is not in a state suitable for the security mode even after the timer finishes measuring a predetermined time. When the ID information input section is operated after the operation button 2 is pressed, or when the first operation button or the second operation button is pressed after the operation of the ID information input section, an alarm is output to the monitoring center. An alarm device characterized by performing. 6. The alarm device according to claim 4, further comprising a message output unit, wherein when the operation button cover is operated, a predetermined message is output according to a result of the determination by the determination unit. An alarm device characterized by outputting an alarm.