Multi-function peripheral with replaceable ink cartridge and associated systems and methods
US7688485B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 21, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N1/00538
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A multi-function peripheral mainly includes a casing, a scanning module and an inkjet printing module. The scanning module is located on the top side of the casing, including a scan platform and a dynamic scanning unit for capturing image data. The inkjet printing module is located below the scan platform and includes a dynamic printing unit for moving an ink cartridge to perform printing operations. The moving path of the ink cartridge is substantially normal to the longitudinal axis of the scan platform. When the ink cartridge is moved to a cartridge replacing position located on a distal end of the dynamic printing unit, it escapes from under the scan platform to facilitate cartridge replacement operations.
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