Print media handling system and method of using same
US6238114A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 3, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2601/251
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A print media handling system for an imaging apparatus having a media feed path includes a pair of media support members, each have a first wall defining a media contact surface and a support portion defining a media support surface. The pair of media support members are pivotally mounted to the imaging apparatus for symmetrical operation with respect to a centerline of the media feed path. The pair of media support members define a media bin for receiving printed media. The print media handling system further includes a drive system for operating the pair of media support members between a first position wherein the media support surface of the pair of support members carries a printed media sheet and a second position wherein the printed media sheet is released to fall into the media bin. The drive system further controls the pair of media support members such that the contact surface of each of the pair of media support members contacts opposing edges of the printed media to align the printed media in the media bin.
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