ELECTRONIC TAGGING SYSTEM
First Claim
1. An active powered security tag system attachable to an inventory item for displaying indicia, the tag system comprising:
- a first housing component attachable to the inventory item;
a second housing component configured to be mechanically coupled to the first housing component;
an electronic tag having a display employing electronic ink and being coupled to the first or second housing components; and
a power source separate and distinct from the electronic tag and coupled thereto for providing power to power the display.
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Abstract
The present application provides a method and apparatus for electrically tagging footwear and apparel products using easily replaceable power components. The active powered security tag system includes at least two parts. One part includes a power component and electrical and mechanical connection means for connecting to a part that needs a power component. A second part includes an electronic tag including an active electrical component, electronic circuitry, and electrical and mechanical connection means for connecting to a part with a power component. By combining the two parts, an electric circuit is completed so that the power component in one part powers the active electrical component in another part. By separating the power component from the active electrical component, the power component can be easily replaced and the electronic tag can be reused.
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15 Claims
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1. An active powered security tag system attachable to an inventory item for displaying indicia, the tag system comprising:
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a first housing component attachable to the inventory item; a second housing component configured to be mechanically coupled to the first housing component; an electronic tag having a display employing electronic ink and being coupled to the first or second housing components; and a power source separate and distinct from the electronic tag and coupled thereto for providing power to power the display. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
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9. A method for displaying indicia in an active powered security tag system attachable to a inventory item, the method comprising:
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locating an electronic tag between a first housing component and a second housing component; coupling the first housing component 1 to the second housing component via the electronic tag; providing power to the electronic tag from the first housing component or the second housing component; and displaying predetermined information on a display of the electronic tag using the power. - View Dependent Claims (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15)
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