Sharp has been granted a patent for an image output apparatus featuring a controller that manages two setting screens. The controller restricts access to certain job settings based on system-level permissions, ensuring that specific functions cannot be selected if prohibited at the system level. GlobalData’s report on Sharp gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Image output apparatus with controlled setting screens
The patent US12075007B2 describes an image output apparatus designed to enhance user control over operational settings through a dual-screen interface. The apparatus features a controller that manages the display of a first setting screen, which includes system-related settings, and a second setting screen for job-specific settings. Notably, the controller is programmed to disable the selection of job-related settings that utilize a specific function when that function is prohibited on the first screen. This ensures that users cannot inadvertently select options that are not permitted, thereby streamlining the operation of the image output apparatus.
Further claims detail the functionality of the controller, including the ability to hide or alter the display of certain setting items based on their availability. For instance, if a character recognition function is restricted on the first screen, the controller will disable related options on the second screen, preventing any misuse. Additionally, the apparatus incorporates an authentication mechanism that allows users to enable previously restricted settings upon successful verification of their authority to use the specific function. This feature not only enhances security but also provides flexibility for authorized users to access advanced functionalities when needed. Overall, the patent outlines a comprehensive approach to managing operational settings in image output devices, emphasizing user control and security.
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