Consumable resource option control
US7706019B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 25, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06K15/005
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An image-printing device includes a connection bay that accepts an insertable consumable resource. The consumable resource includes an option key that identifies at least one mode of operation associated with the consumable resource. The connection bay outputs at least one signal associated with the mode of operation when the consumable resource is inserted. A controller receives the signal associated with the mode of operation and in response outputs display information suitable for use by a display to indicate a selectable availability of the at least one mode of operation.
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