Abstract: A network-based method for configuring automatic transfer switches includes receiving automatic transfer switch specification information from a user and using a server to compare the received specification information with pre-stored information. The method also includes selecting at least one automatic transfer switch that matches the received specification information and displaying to the user information related to the automatic transfer switch. A network-based method also provides for selection of a various accessories for the selected automatic transfer switch.

Abstract: The invention provides for a card reader, and a self-service terminal employing the same, the reader comprising a card receiving means for receiving a card having stored data to be read and card reading means for reading the stored data, the reader being arranged to deliver a card received at the card receiving means to the card reading means via a delivery path, and including a signal source arranged to provide an output signal that can cover the complete width of the path, and detecting means arranged to receive the output signal and serving to detect the presence of an object in the path in response to the object interfering with the signal.