Image forming device with token printing capabilities
US6233408A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 10, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 15, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 10, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G2215/00109
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and an electronic image forming device having at least one replaceable consumable. At least means is provided for automatically sensing when the replaceable consumable in the mage forming device reaches a predetermined condition. A software program automatically initiates an offer to the user of the electronic image forming device when the predetermined condition is reached. The offer may include a discount for the purchase of a new consumable or related item. The software program may also initiate communication with a remote site for ordering of a replaceable consumable.
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