Abstract: An image scanning apparatus is provided by (1) a platen on which an original can be placed; (2) a scanning device for scanning the original, which includes a lens for projecting the image of the original on an imaging plane; (3) an image sensor for sensing the image projected on the imaging plane which consists of a plurality of elements arranged linearly along to the imaging plane; (4) a memory device for storing data sensed by the image sensor during a scan by the scanning device; and (5) an assembly for determining the real image area on the original based on the data stored in the memory device. To the above apparatus can be added an output control device for sending digital data of a real image area. A copier according to the present invention which can copy a manuscript, comprises: (1) the above-mentioned image scanning apparatus; (2) is also provided by the above by including an image forming device and (3) a control device for allowing the image forming device to form only the image in the image area.

Abstract: There is disclosed an image reader in which the reading magnification can be changed optically to a value designated. The image reader provides a device for adjusting the reading magnitude by moving a lens in the direction of the optical axis thereof and adjusting the focusing by shifting the image sensor relative to the lens. Further, the image reader provides a device for measuring the magnification and calculates amounts of movements for the lens and image sensor respectively based upon the measured magnification and the designated magnification. The lens and image sensor are moved respectively by the amount calculated to give the designated magnification in the focused state.

Abstract: A preset counter apparatus is provided for copying machines having a plurality of key inputs for increasing or decreasing the number of copies to be made. The timer is used to measure a predetermined increment of time for changing the numerical value upon the continuation of a key input. The rate of change of the number of copies to be reproduced can be progressively increased, at least across a predetermined number of increments of values, by the continued activation key member.

Abstract: An optical drive system for a copying machine or the like including a projector lens assembly movable along a predetermined path, which system comprises a drive unit for moving the lens assembly, a device for, when the lens assembly is moved along the predetermined path which is divided into a predetermined number of zones, setting a speed at any one of the zones to a value appropriate to the magnitude of a load acting on the drive unit, and a control for speed controlling the drive unit in accordance with the speed set by said setting device.

Abstract: A system for controlling the reciprocation of a scanning apparatus which includes a scanning device for scanning an original from a home position across the original to a scanned position and returning it from the scanned position back to the home position, a D.C. motor for driving the scanning device, and a switching circuit for providing electric power to the D.C. motor. The system further includes a home switch for detecting when the scanning device is in the home position, a counter for counting a distance of movement of the scanning device, and a speed detector for detecting the speed of the scanning device. A control device is coupled to the switching circuit for controlling the movement of the scanning device such that during the return of the scanning apparatus, a braking action is initiated when the scanning device returns to a preselected position, and the braking lasts until the returning speed is reduced to a predetermined low speed as detected by the speed detecting device.

Abstract: A control system for a scanning arrangement adapted to be driven for reciprocating movements by a motor, which includes a power source circuit, a circuit for outputting a signal upon turning off of the power source, provided in the power source circuit, a capacitor connected in parallel with the motor, provided at a stage subsequent to the power source off signal output circuit in the power source circuit, and a control section for driving the motor, arranged to control in such a manner as to brake the motor upon output of the power source off signal from the power source off signal output circuit during energization of the motor, so that the scanning arrangement is successfully reduced in speed so as to be stopped, even when the power source is turned off during movement of the scanning arrangement.

Abstract: A copying machine includes a drive motor for driving the copying machine, a device for generating a start signal for starting the drive motor, an auto-shut device for stopping the drive motor a predetermined period of time after the completion of a copying operation, and a mechanism for carrying out a multi-copying operation in which a plurality of copying operations are carried out sequentially.

Abstract: The present invention provides a preset counter apparatus for a copying machine wherein input keys are capable of independently controlling the numerical value of the number of copies to be made and displayed. Thus, an operator can activate one key to change the digit positions of units and another key to change the digit position of tens. The control of the number of copies to be made is specifically designed to facilitate operator use and to avoid operator errors. Simultaneous activation of more than one key prevents any change in any values in both the units and tens positions.

Abstract: An abnormality detecting device for a copying machine of a type having a scanner for scanning an original to be copied comprises a timer or counter for counting the time required for the scanner to move from a start position to a scanned position. The count value of the timer or counter is subtracted as the scanner moves from the scanned position back towards the start position. The count value and the result of the subtraction is compared to find the presence or absence of any abnormal condition occurring in the return movement of the scanner from the scanned position towards the start position.

Abstract: A control device for operation of a copying machine includes a timer capable of counting a predetermined unit of time and being activated upon completion of a copying operation. The copying machine can be stopped upon the elapse of the predetermined unit of time. Paper detection sensors are provided for determining the presence of copy paper in the transportation paper supply passageway, and upon such detecting the copying machine continues to ensure that any paper in the paper transportation system of the copying machine will be removed. If after a second elapse of time, copy paper is still detected, a jam signal can then be provided to the operator.

Abstract: A copying apparatus equipped with an improved control device for controlling a copying operation, and including a device for generating a start signal for starting the copying operation, a paper feeding device for starting feeding of copy paper sheets in response to the starting of the copying operation. The control device comprises a device for generating a stop signal for stopping the copying operation and a device for preventing starting of operation of at least the paper feeding device when the stop signal is generated after the start signal has been generated and before the paper feeding device is operated.

Abstract: An improved operator controlled system for a copying machine to minimize user error and to provide a compact control console. An information display member is capable of sequentially displaying an identification of discrete operating features, such as number of copies, etc. A memory is capable of storing a predetermined set of first command signals for each discrete operating feature. A common set of control members permits the user to selectively generate second input command signals relative to any specific operating feature. These same control members are capable of inputing signals for a number of different operating features. The copying machine is capable of discriminating between the input command signals and the particular operating feature. The resulting operation of the copying machine would be in accordance with the predetermined standard set of machine functions or any combination thereof of operator inputed command functions.