Electronic ordering system for caterers - has keyboard units connected to common cash register and receipt issuing points

摘要

An electronic ordering system for hotel and catering businesses contains ordering keyboards for each table via which the customer can enter coded orders. The keyboards are connected to a cash register via cabling or with wireless links. The keyboard consists of an operation preparation key, a key field for entering order figures, a display window for monitoring and user guidance and an order key. One or more receipt dispensers are connected to the cash register, which may also have an integral or associated display screen for staff. The ordering keyboards may have keys, coin slots, etc. for prevention of faulty operation. Recording and receipting may be triggered by operation of a lock in each keyboard unit.