Cash dispensing automated banking machine system and method
First Claim
1. A method comprising:
- (a) positioning a keypad cover adjacent a keypad,wherein the keypad includes a plurality of keys,wherein the keypad is positioned in a recess formed in a fascia surface of an automated banking machine fascia,wherein the recess includes a recessed surface portion having recessed pockets formed therein,wherein each pocket includes an engagement surface,wherein a first pocket is positioned on a first side of the keypad,wherein a second pocket is positioned on a second side of the keypad,
wherein the second side is opposed of the first side,wherein the cover includes a top portion and opposed sidewall portions,wherein each sidewall portion comprises a nontransparent sidewall,wherein each sidewall portion includes a flange extending away from a respective sidewall; and
(b) fastening each flange to a respective engagement surface of a pocket, causing the cover to be fastened to the fascia,wherein the cover allows the keypad to receive manual digit user input to the keys,wherein the cover restricts non user viewing of manual digit user input to the keys.
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Abstract
An automated banking machine (10) is operative to carry out financial transactions and includes a user interface (15). The user interface includes a card reader (16) which is operative to read data on user cards which identify user'"'"'s financial accounts. A fascia of the machine includes a keypad (404, 438, 458) through which users input confidential data. Covers (400, 422, 430) prevent unauthorized persons from viewing confidential inputs to the keypad. Alternatively, movable panels (462, 464) are movable to prevent unauthorized viewing of confidential inputs. Alternatively a keypad cover is selectively collapsible to prevent digit access. A visual indicator is operative to indicate to a user that keypad inputs are being encrypted. Disinfecting techniques may be used to disinfect manual contact surfaces of the machine.
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21 Claims
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1. A method comprising:
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(a) positioning a keypad cover adjacent a keypad, wherein the keypad includes a plurality of keys, wherein the keypad is positioned in a recess formed in a fascia surface of an automated banking machine fascia, wherein the recess includes a recessed surface portion having recessed pockets formed therein, wherein each pocket includes an engagement surface, wherein a first pocket is positioned on a first side of the keypad, wherein a second pocket is positioned on a second side of the keypad,
wherein the second side is opposed of the first side,wherein the cover includes a top portion and opposed sidewall portions, wherein each sidewall portion comprises a nontransparent sidewall, wherein each sidewall portion includes a flange extending away from a respective sidewall; and (b) fastening each flange to a respective engagement surface of a pocket, causing the cover to be fastened to the fascia, wherein the cover allows the keypad to receive manual digit user input to the keys, wherein the cover restricts non user viewing of manual digit user input to the keys. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)
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12. Apparatus comprising:
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an automated banking machine fascia including a fascia surface, a recess formed in the fascia surface, a keypad positioned in the recess, wherein the keypad includes a plurality of keys, wherein the recess includes a recessed surface portion having recessed pockets formed therein, wherein each pocket includes an engagement surface, wherein a first pocket is positioned on a first side of the keypad, wherein a second pocket is positioned on a second side of the keypad,
wherein the second side is opposed of the first side,a keypad cover, wherein the cover includes a top portion and opposed sidewall portions, wherein each sidewall portion comprises a nontransparent sidewall, wherein each sidewall portion includes a flange extending away from a respective sidewall, wherein each flange is fastened to a respective engagement surface of a pocket, causing the cover to be fastened to the fascia,
wherein the cover allows the keypad to receive manual digit user input to the keys,
wherein the cover restricts non user viewing of manual digit user input to the keys. - View Dependent Claims (13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21)
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