Patent ID: 7609873
Filing Date: 2009-10-27
Classification: G06K

Abstract:
1. A method of processing a plurality of checks, comprising: using a server to perform the steps of: obtaining first information relating to said checks, said first information being compiled by an operator using a calculator and including a first number of first dollar amounts, each of said first dollar amounts corresponding to a respective one of said checks; scanning said checks to create a plurality of check images; obtaining from said check images a second number of second dollar amounts, each of said second dollar amounts corresponding to a respective one of said check images; determining whether said first number is equal to said second number, wherein if said first number is equal said second number said method further comprises determining whether each of said first dollar amounts matches a respective one of said second dollar amounts, and if it is determined that each of said first dollar amounts does not match a respective one of said second dollar amounts said method further comprises: using character recognition to read a first recognized dollar amount from each of said check images and assign a confidence level to each of said first recognized dollar amounts; determining whether it is not possible, using character recognition with one of said first dollar amounts acting as a hint, to read a second recognized dollar amount having a confidence level that is greater than or equal to a predetermined level from any one the check images having a confidence level assigned thereto that is below said predetermined level; providing a second error indication if it is determined that it is not possible, using character recognition with one of said first dollar amounts acting as a hint, to read a second recognized dollar amount having a confidence level that is greater than or equal to said predetermined level from any one the check images having a confidence level assigned thereto that is below a predetermined level; and providing an error indication if said first number does not equal said second number.