Self-service cash handling machine and method with configurable coin storage
US8251198B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 22, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 20, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07D9/00
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A self-service change redemption machine (10) has an intake area (18) for receiving batches of mixed coinage and conveying the coins to a coin sorter (22) for sorting, counting and directing coins into a plurality of coin chutes (26). From there, the coins are routed to coin receptacles such as bags (60). Multiple bags are provided for certain denominations. To fill multiple bags for a given denomination, repositionable diverter mechanisms (30) are provided between the chutes (26) and pluralities of bags for the respective denominations. The bags are held by bag holders (34) which extend downward from a substantially rigid one-piece chassis (40), which also supports the diverter mechanisms (30). The machine (10) has buttons (80) responsive to inputs from a user to turn on the machine, to process coins that are input through the intake area (18) and to issue the voucher or other form of credit. Instructions for using the machine (10) and other information are displayed on a screen display (15).
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