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Print media bin

US7694952B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 5, 2006
Grant dateApr 13, 2010
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Expiry dateSep 25, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65H2601/321
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A print media bin operatively coupled to a media handling system is disclosed. In one embodiment, the print media bin includes a first tray positioned adjacent to a second tray and a media tray drive subsystem coupled to the first tray for allowing the print media bin to rotate in order to provide access to the second tray. The media tray drive subsystem includes a drive cluster gear and a tray lock, including an anti-rotation rib and a lock latch, operatively coupled to the drive cluster gear.

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