Abstract: An electronic tag comprising a controller having a microprocessor, RAM, ROM, line drivers and receivers to interface with a main computer terminal. The electronic tag also has a plurality of switches that are connected to the controller so as to allow the input of data. Data may include selling price, description of the item, designer or brand name. Part of the data may be displayed on a display that is connected to the controller. The tag may be equipped with a receiver so that it may receive signals from another location that is connected to a micro-converter that converts the signals into a format recognized by the controller. A transmitter may also be connected to the controller so that information may be transferred from the controller to another location in the system.

Abstract: An electronic sound generating message emitting circuitry with message storing on a programmable computer chip mounted to a garment hanger. The sound emitting circuitry comprising an electronic circuit which includes a sound synthesizer, sound producing means and a power supply coupled together for emitting pre-stored messages from a programmed synthesizer chip. A radio signal receiver and transmitter coupled together for transmitting stored messages from the programmable computer chip to a main computer upon receiving an activation signal. Information such as delivery date, price, etc. can be transmitted making receiving of goods and inventory faster and less expensive. The message emitted can be used as a form of direct advertisement emitting sales messages upon pressing of a button or upon vibrations produced by movement of the hanger. The garment hanger can be reused since the computer chip is programmable and the synthesizer chip in the sound producing means is replaceable.