Can cash or card-based copy vending equipment be connected via the Port Connection Kit-A1?
Yes, however coin equipment vendors should be aware of the signal vs. events timing with the Foreign Device Interface and Port Connection Kit-A1. Using FDI, an imageRUNNER sends signals about the job type (BW vs. Color) and paper size after each copy is made, whereby the charge management device deducts money from available funds. If the price for color jobs is higher than for BW, it may be possible for a user to pay for a small BW copy, make 1 copy as a large color copy . The Port Connection Kit does not report a job until it is complete, and cannot interrupt the job.
