Option selection device
First Claim
1. An option selection system, comprising:
- at least one labeled selector switch, said selector switch being manually operable;
at least one indicator device, said indicator device being perceivable and connected to said at least one selector switch; and
whereby, when said labeled selector switch is operated, said indicator device will provide at least one instruction.
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Abstract
An option selection system includes at least one manually operable labeled selector switch connected to at least one perceivable indicator device. When the switch is operated, the device provides an instruction. In a retail environment, the switch and indicator device is used to provide an instruction from a customer to a packaging person regarding the type of purchasing desired for the customer'"'"'s purchase. Multiple switches and indicator are used to provide more complex instructions. Reset systems are employed to clear the indicator devices for the next customer. The indicator device provides visual or auditory instructions. The selector switch is connected to an inventory control system to identify needs for packaging supplies as supplies are depleted. In dining facilities the system may be employed to indicate service on the premises or take-out service. The system is connected to an accounting system to record the appropriate tax treatment for the dining purchase.
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14 Claims
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1. An option selection system, comprising:
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at least one labeled selector switch, said selector switch being manually operable; at least one indicator device, said indicator device being perceivable and connected to said at least one selector switch; and whereby, when said labeled selector switch is operated, said indicator device will provide at least one instruction. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14)
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