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Method of categorising defects in a media item

US9734648B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 11, 2012
Grant dateAug 15, 2017
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Expiry dateDec 11, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07D7/183
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A media handler for detecting counterfeit media is described. The media handler comprises: a plurality of discrete sensors distributed along a transport path operable to transport a media item, and a controller operable to receive signals from the plurality of discrete sensors. The controller is also operable to make a decision on validity of the transported media item based on the received signals.

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