Method and apparatus for monitoring status of tables in a restaurant

摘要: System and method for monitoring occupancy status of restaurant tables to minimize the time each table is unoccupied. The system includes a processor unit coupled by means serial data buses host plurality service units. separate push buttons, or "table buttons", which correspond, respectively, within particular area restaurant. computes stores in periodically transmits display information representative updated Such utilized at both station appropriate illuminate flash buttons such manner as indicate present corresponding personnel. depressing button either station. thereby closes switch, causes switch closure be transmitted unit. response received from memory subsequently