Patent ID: 6238114
Filing Date: 2001-05-29
Classification: B41J,B65H

Abstract:
A print media handling system for an imaging apparatus having a media feed path, comprising:a pair of media support members, each having a first wall defining a media contact surface and a support portion defining a media support surface, said pair of media support members being pivotally mounted to said imaging apparatus for symmetrical operation with respect to a centerline of said media feed path, said pair of media support members defining a media bin for receiving printed media; anda drive system for operating said pair of media support members between a first position wherein said media support surface of said pair of support members carries a printed media sheet and a second position wherein said printed media sheet is released to fall into said media bin, said drive system further controlling said pair of media support members such that said contact surface of each of said pair of media support members contacts opposing edges of said printed media to align said printed media in said media bin.