Multi-function device and information storing medium therefor
US6100995A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 19, 1997 |
| Grant date | Aug 8, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 19, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N2201/3297
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A multi-function device connected to a computer includes a printer for printing on a recording paper, a modem for making facsimile communication, an interface for receiving printing data from the computer, a memory commonly used for the printer and the modem, and a controller for controlling the printer and the modem. The controller determines a capacity remainder of the memory. Further, the controller slows down a speed of receiving printing data from the computer upon determination that the capacity remainder of the memory is below a predetermined level while both of the printer and the modem are in operation.
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