Abstract: A recording system includes: an information processing device including an input interface and a display unit; and a recording device including a recording unit that executes a recording operation on a recording medium, the recording device being configured to control the recording unit to execute the recording operation within a range of a recording permission amount for permitting the recording operation by the recording unit, wherein the recording system is configured to execute a tutorial process such that, in the tutorial process, a tutorial operation screen for notifying a guidance to a user about a charge operation is displayed on the display unit, the charge operation being an operation on the input interface for purchasing the recording permission amount.

Abstract: A server is configure to communicate with an information processing device and a recording device. The server includes a server memory capable of storing recording device identification information and server-side recording permission information indicating a server-side permitted recording amount in an associated manner. The server performs a transferring operation in response to receiving a transferring instruction from the information processing device. The transferring operation includes storing server-side recording permission information, which is stored in the server memory in an associated manner with first recording device identification information identifying a first recording device, in the server memory in an associated manner with second recording device identification information identifying a second recording device.

Abstract: There is provided an information processing apparatus configured to obtain criterion data, which is reference image data, by executing a adjustment parameter determining program, obtain evaluation data which is image data scanned by a scanner, generate a plurality of pieces of comparison data by adjusting the evaluating data using a plurality of adjustment parameters different from each other, respectively, associate each comparison data with an adjustment parameter used to generate the comparison data, and display the criterion data and the plurality of pieces of comparison data in a list. When a selecting operation of selecting one from the plurality of pieces of comparison data is performed, the information processing apparatus determines an adjustment parameter for the scanner based on the adjustment parameter associated with the selected comparison data.

Abstract: There is provided an information processing apparatus configured to obtain criterion data, which is reference image data, by executing a adjustment parameter determining program, obtain evaluation data which is image data scanned by a scanner, generate a plurality of pieces of comparison data by adjusting the evaluating data using a plurality of adjustment parameters different from each other, respectively, associate each comparison data with an adjustment parameter used to generate the comparison data, and display the criterion data and the plurality of pieces of comparison data in a list. When a selecting operation of selecting one from the plurality of pieces of comparison data is performed, the information processing apparatus determines an adjustment parameter for the scanner based on the adjustment parameter associated with the selected comparison data.

Abstract: In an image processing apparatus, in a case where setting values indicate to create scan data by using digital halftoning and requires execution of a prescribed process using a result of character recognition, a controller outputs an instruction to create multiple-value scan data having a pixel value represented by two or more bits. The controller executes the character recognition on the multiple-value scan data. The controller converts the multiple-value scan data into converted scan data by using digital halftoning, and executes the prescribed process on the converted scan data. In a case where the setting values indicate to create scan data by using a method different from the digital halftoning, and requires execution of the prescribed process, the controller outputs an instruction to create setting-based scan data. The controller executes the character recognition on the setting-based scan data. The controller executes the prescribed process on the setting-based scan data.

Abstract: A method of determining an enhancement in rust-prevention of treated water by applying an electric current between a first cathode electrode and an anode electrode, and between a second cathode electrode and the anode electrode, wherein the first cathode electrode, the second cathode electrode, and the anode electrode are immersed in treated water; applying a comparative electric current between a first comparative cathode electrode and a comparative anode electrode, and between a second comparative cathode electrode and the comparative anode electrode, wherein the first comparative cathode electrode, the second comparative cathode electrode, and the at least one comparative anode electrode are immersed in untreated water; and determining an antirust effect of the treated water based on a first potential difference across the first cathode electrode and the second cathode electrode, and a second potential difference across the first comparative cathode electrode and the second comparative cathode electrode.

Abstract: In an image processing apparatus, in a case where setting values indicate to create scan data by using digital halftoning and requires execution of a prescribed process using a result of character recognition, a controller outputs an instruction to create multiple-value scan data having a pixel value represented by two or more bits. The controller executes the character recognition on the multiple-value scan data. The controller converts the multiple-value scan data into converted scan data by using digital halftoning, and executes the prescribed process on the converted scan data. In a case where the setting values indicate to create scan data by using a method different from the digital halftoning, and requires execution of the prescribed process, the controller outputs an instruction to create setting-based scan data. The controller executes the character recognition on the setting-based scan data. The controller executes the prescribed process on the setting-based scan data.

Abstract: A determination device for determining an improvement in water quality, capable of determining it in no time, is provided. The device has a first measuring device for measuring by AC terminal electric conductimetry a capacitance of a first capacitor formed between a pair of electrodes immersed in untreated water to be supplied to a water quality-improving apparatus; a second measuring device for measuring by AC terminal electric conductimetry a capacitance of a second capacitor formed between a pair of electrodes immersed in water discharged by the apparatus; and a processor for calculating a ratio (Y/X) of a capacitance Y to a capacitance X wherein the capacitance X is a capacitance of the first capacitor outputted by the first measuring device when an AC frequency is 100 Hz or less, and the capacitance Y is a capacitance of the second capacitor at the same frequency outputted by the second measuring device.

Abstract: A determination device for determining an improvement in water quality, capable of determining it in no time, is provided. The device has a first measuring device for measuring by AC terminal electric conductimetry a capacitance of a first capacitor formed between a pair of electrodes immersed in untreated water to be supplied to a water quality-improving apparatus; a second measuring device for measuring by AC terminal electric conductimetry a capacitance of a second capacitor formed between a pair of electrodes immersed in water discharged by the apparatus; and a processor for calculating a ratio (Y/X) of a capacitance Y to a capacitance X wherein the capacitance X is a capacitance of the first capacitor outputted by the first measuring device when an AC frequency is 100 Hz or less, and the capacitance Y is a capacitance of the second capacitor at the same frequency outputted by the second measuring device.

Abstract: A method of determining an enhancement in rust-prevention of treated water by applying an electric current between a first cathode electrode and an anode electrode, and between a second cathode electrode and the anode electrode, wherein the first cathode electrode, the second cathode electrode, and the anode electrode are immersed in treated water; applying a comparative electric current between a first comparative cathode electrode and a comparative anode electrode, and between a second comparative cathode electrode and the comparative anode electrode, wherein the first comparative cathode electrode, the second comparative cathode electrode, and the at least one comparative anode electrode are immersed in untreated water; and determining an antirust effect of the treated water based on a first potential difference across the first cathode electrode and the second cathode electrode, and a second potential difference across the first comparative cathode electrode and the second comparative cathode electrode.

Abstract: An information processing device may display a first image indicating a first image file stored in a memory. The information processing device may display a second image in response to receiving a first specific operation. The first specific operation may be performed on the first image. The information processing device may receive first path information in response to receiving a second specific operation. The first path information may indicate a location of the first image file. The information processing device may send an execution instruction to the image processing device in a case that the second specific operation is received. The information processing device may receive scan data from the image processing device. The information processing device may integrate the received scan data to the first image file designated by the first path information.

Abstract: A determination device capable of easily and quickly determining an enhancement in rust-prevention of treated water and a method for determining the same are provided. The device has first and second potential difference measurement devices, each including at least one anode electrode, a pair of cathode electrodes, a first current generator for applying an electric current between the anode and a first cathode of the pair, a second current generator for applying an electric current between the anode and a second cathode, an electric current changer for periodically changing a magnitude of a current between the first and second cathodes, a measurement/output equipment for measuring a potential difference across the first and second cathodes, and a determiner for determining antirust effect of treated water based on signal A outputted by the equipment of the first potential difference measurement device and signal B outputted by that of the second device.

Abstract: An information processing device may display a first image indicating a first image file stored in a memory. The information processing device may display a second image in response to receiving a first specific operation. The first specific operation may be performed on the first image. The information processing device may receive first path information in response to receiving a second specific operation. The first path information may indicate a location of the first image file. The information processing device may send an execution instruction to the image processing device in a case that the second specific operation is received. The information processing device may receive scan data from the image processing device. The information processing device may integrate the received scan data to the first image file designated by the first path information.

Abstract: A corrosion-resistant electrode catalyst for oxygen reduction includes a main catalyst composed of at least one transition metal oxide selected from oxygen-deficient ZrO2, Ta2O5, Nb2O5, TiO2, V2O5, MoO3, and WO3 and a co-catalyst composed of gold. The electrode catalyst is used in contact with an acidic electrolyte at a potential at least 0.4 V higher than the reversible hydrogen electrode potential. The catalyst may be used, for example, in such a form that the transition metal oxide in the form of fine particles and gold in the form of fine particles, or fine particles including fine gold particles coated with the transition metal oxide are dispersed on a catalyst carrier which is an electron conductive powder. This electrode catalyst is suitable as an electrode catalyst for an electrochemical system using an acidic electrolyte in the fields of water electrolysis, inorganic/organic electrolysis, fuel cells, etc.

Abstract: An electrode catalyst that maintains catalytic activity under conditions of an electrode potential as high as 0.4 V or above and exhibits improved stability. The metal oxynitride electrode catalyst is composed of an oxynitride containing at least one transition metal element selected from the group consisting of La, Ta, Nb, Ti, and Zr, the metal oxynitride electrode catalyst being used at a potential of 0.4 V or higher relative to the reversible hydrogen electrode potential in an acidic electrolyte. The metal oxynitride electrode catalyst is useful as an electrode catalyst for electrochemical systems used in acidic electrolytes in the fields of water electrolysis, organic electrolysis, fuel cells, etc.

Abstract: An apparatus for positioning inserts in a rotating receptacle. The apparatus includes a magazine for holding a plurality of inserts. An insertion arm is provided for positioning inserts within the receptacle. The insertion arm has a first end and a second end, wherein the second end comprises an insert receiving structure. A first linear actuation device moves the insertion arm between a first linear position and a second linear position. In the first linear position, the insert receiving structure picks an insert from the magazine. A second linear actuation device is connected to the insert receiving structure. When the insertion arm is in the second position, the second linear actuation device causes the insert receiving structure to rotate from about 0° to about 90° to position the insert within the receptacle.

Abstract: A corrosion-resistant electrode catalyst for oxygen reduction includes a main catalyst composed of at least one transition metal oxide selected from oxygen-deficient ZrO2, Ta2O5, Nb2O5, TiO2, V2O5, MoO3, and WO3 and a co-catalyst composed of gold. The electrode catalyst is used in contact with an acidic electrolyte at a potential at least 0.4 V higher than the reversible hydrogen electrode potential. The catalyst may be used, for example, in such a form that the transition metal oxide in the form of fine particles and gold in the form of fine particles, or fine particles including fine gold particles coated with the transition metal oxide are dispersed on a catalyst carrier which is an electron conductive powder. This electrode catalyst is suitable as an electrode catalyst for an electrochemical system using an acidic electrolyte in the fields of water electrolysis, inorganic/organic electrolysis, fuel cells, etc.

Abstract: [Problems] Carbides and many other non-platinum-based compounds are activated and dissolved and cannot be stably present in an acidic electrolyte under conditions of an electrode potential as high as 0.4 V or above, and thus, the application range of these compounds as an electrode catalyst is limited to low electrode potentials. There has been need for development of an electrode catalyst that maintains catalytic activity under these conditions and exhibits improved stability. [Means for Solving Problems] To provide a metal oxynitride electrode catalyst composed of an oxynitride containing at least one transition metal element selected from the group consisting of La, Ta, Nb, Ti, and Zr, the metal oxynitride electrode catalyst being used at a potential of 0.4 V or higher relative to the reversible hydrogen electrode potential in an acidic electrolyte.