Self-check system and method for protecting digital media

Details Self-check system and method for protecting digital media Self-check system and method for protecting digital media

2008-06-03

2008-06-03

Lee, Seung H (Department: 2887)

Registers

Systems controlled by data bearing records

Mechanized store

C235S385000, C235S439000, C235S492000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07380711

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for renting or purchasing products, preferably digital media. The system comprises a self-check station and unique locking apparatus for the media. The method includes a procedure to both rent and return the media without the aid of borrowing facility personnel.

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