Banknote reader
US5662201A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 23, 1995 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07D11/40
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A banknote reader for initiating a service operation of a vending machine comprises an installation housing of side plates and a money container. Between the side plates are modules for aligning, transporting, checking and/or rejecting banknotes. The modules are positioned at predetermined locations along the transport path of the banknotes. The installation housing has exchangeable front parts and opposite narrow sides. A flap which can be pivoted for maintenance work can be provided. A built-in control device and a connecting opening to the money container can be included.
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