Abstract: A data carrier (1), such as a security, bank notes, ID card or the like, that is embossed in such a way that at least part of said embossment (2) is shaped like an oblique plane (3).

Abstract: A substrate such as a promotional brochure or product container is provided with an insert holder. A preferably transparent an oversheet is attached to the substrate over an insert such as a folded product information sheet. The oversheet is affixed directly to the substrate by adhesive around a peripherally surrounding the insert, at lest on two opposite margins or edges straddling the insert. A zone is defined on the oversheet over the insert where the oversheet is nonadhesive. The oversheet can capture an inserted item, such as a folded product information sheet, which is intended to be extracted by a consumer by tearing away a portion of the oversheet or by laterally extracting the insert. The oversheet preferably is substantially clear and the edge strips are perforated. A process is disclosed wherein the oversheet provided on a label roll with a killed adhesive zone, and is applied on a production line using a label applicator and series of rollers.

Abstract: A security device comprises an optically variable effect generating structure (3,4). An obscuring layer (7) is located, in use, between the optically variable effect generating structure and a substrate (8) to which the device is secured. A color layer (6) is also included which exhibits one or more predetermined colors when viewed under certain viewing conditions from the side of the device remote from the obscuring layer. The obscuring layer (7) is substantially opaque under the said certain viewing conditions.

Abstract: A method for facilitating fabrication of a coupling member includes a first step of boring one of upwardly open, passageways, a communication passageway and an auxiliary passageway in a body block, a second step of inserting a closure member into the auxiliary passageway, a third step of welding the closure member to the inner peripheral body portion defining the auxiliary passageway, and a fourth step of boring the other upwardly open passageway in the body block. The closure member is inserted in the second step so as to be positioned at least party in the portion where the other upwardly open passageway is to be formed.

Abstract: A threaded joint to be expanded, including a lip at the end of the male element end a housing for the lip on the female element to make the threaded joint capable of being sealed and of having a maximum internal passage cross-section after being subjected to diametral expansion by more than 10%. The free male end surface is socketed before expansion into a partially transverse shoulder surface of the female housing through the matching rebating shapes of the surfaces. And, the male lip outer peripheral surface is arranged with little play of the internal peripheral surface of the female housing. Such a threaded joint is particularly useful for casings and tubings used in oil wells.

Abstract: The oilfield tubular pin and box connection includes double shoulders 16, 22. An inner sleeve 18 engages the box at shoulder 20, and provides one of the two shoulders 16, 22 for engaging the pin. The pin bore optionally may be provided with a similar sleeve 24, thereby providing one of the shoulders for engaging the box. The sleeve 18 may be secured to the box shortly after its manufacture, or may be added as a retrofit to an existing box with a single shoulder.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a novel multi-piece flange connector used for connecting a pump housing to a fluid conduit. The pump flange is comprised of a flange blank, an insert plate, and a seal. The flange blank is adapted to be connected to the housing of a pump and includes a central bore adapted to allow the passage of fluid. The flange blank also includes a recess surrounding the bore that is adapted to accept the insert plate and the seal. The flange blank is connected to the pump housing by the use of bolts or other fasteners that pass through apertures in the flange blank beneath the insert plate. The insert plate includes a seal member that prevents fluid from the central bore from leaking outside of the flange.

Abstract: A handle for a movable closure, such as a screen having at least one edge frame preferably for retaining a screen cloth, said closure being movable into a slot-like recess disposed in a structure against which the closure engages. The handle comprising a first inside flexible member and a second outside flexible member.

Abstract: A latch mechanism for a vehicle, e.g., a snowmobile, includes a latch and a base. The latch is resiliently coupled to the base using a resilient member, for example, a ring-shaped member. The latch is movable, e.g., pivotable, between first and second stable positions. In the first stable position, the latch can be inserted through an aperture in the base, and in the second stable position, the latch can be moved or pivoted to secure the base with respect to the latch. The base may be attached to a cover member for an engine compartment of the vehicle. In the second stable position, a tab of the latch engages against a first engageable surface of the base, and portion of the latch opposite the tab includes a second engagement surface that cooperates with a second engageable surface provided on the base.

Abstract: A lock latch mechanism disposed within a powered locking device of a transit vehicle door system for maintaining a lock lever in an unlock position without the aid of the lock actuator. The lock latch mechanism includes a lock latch lever biased for engagement with an unlock cam through the use of a bias spring. The lock latch mechanism further includes a reset lever assembly engaging such lock latch lever during the door closing motion to allow movement of the lock lever form such unlocking position into such locking position to maintain at least one door of the transit vehicle in the fully closed and lock position. A manual release lever is provided to move the lock lever from such locking position into such unlocking position enabling the lock latch mechanism to maintain the lock lever in such unlocked position.

Abstract: The lock for a motor vehicle opening leaf including a wheel (RD) to be driven in rotation about an axis (A1) under the action of an electric motor, the wheel driving in rotation a wrist pin (MT), the wrist pin (MT) collaborating with a member to opening said lock upon rotation of said motor. The wrist pin (MT) is secured to a plate (PT) which is mounted so that it can rotate about the axis (A1), and includes a first and a second associated member for coupling the plate (PT) and the wheel (RD). The first and second members contain a drive peg and an associated groove (RO) in the form of an arc of a circle, so that the wrist pin (MT) is free to turn about the axis (A1) through a certain angle. Thus, the lock can be opened manually when its motor fails.

Abstract: A swing door cover prop device for an electric coupler used on passenger transit vehicle for providing a mechanism to prop open a bottom mount style swing cover disposed adjacent the bottom of such electric coupler. Such swing door cover prop device includes an elongated door prop member having a first end and a second end. There is a slot disposed adjacent such first end of the door prop member for engaging a latch bolt disposed on such swing cover. A mechanism is provided which is engageable with the second end of such door prop member for pivotably connecting such door prop member to a swing cover arm of such electric coupler. The final essential element is a spring disposed between such door prop member adjacent the second end thereof and such swing cover arm for exerting a positive pressure on such door prop member.

Abstract: A door handle for vehicles includes a connecting member adapted to act on a lock when the handle is actuated, and a normally inactive crash locking unit for the connecting member. A crash sensor is connected to the crash locking unit so as to activate the crash locking unit in the event of a crash, so that the crash locking unit blocks the connecting member and the inertia forces which act to actuate the handle are not transmitted to the lock. The connecting member includes a drive member movable together with the connecting member, and the drive member is mounted in a liquid medium so as to be moved in this medium when the connecting member is moved. The viscosity of the medium changes in dependence on an electrical field acting in the medium. The crash sensor controls the electrical field prevailing in the medium.

Abstract: An extruded bumper for a vehicle includes a top face, a bottom face generally opposing the top face, a front face, and a rear face generally opposing the front face. A bumper interior cavity is generally bounded by and defined between the top face, the bottom face, the front face, and the rear face. The bumper interior cavity has at least one partition located therein which is aligned in a longitudinal plane defined by a vehicle rail. The bumper can be extruded along either the x-axis or the z-axis.

Abstract: A bumper device can reduce a weight of a reinforcement member more than a weight of a conventional reinforcement member while sufficiently absorbing a given impact energy. A size “b” between both side mounting portions where the reinforcement member is mounted on a stay is set greater than a size “a” between both side longitudinal wall portions of a side frame, both outer longitudinal walls of the stay are inclined such that both outer longitudinal walls are opened toward the reinforcement member, and the distance between the inner longitudinal walls is set substantially equal to the distance between the both side longitudinal wall portions of the side frame.

Abstract: A removable handle and method for use including a grip having a top surface, a bottom surface, a front end, a back end, a button orifice, a locking wire channel, and a pair of recesses disposed on the front end of the grip. A locking wire including a hook end is disposed in the locking wire channel and the hook end is configured to engage the cooking implement. A pair of support posts is disposed in the pair of recesses and the support posts include a pair of support post ends configured for insertion into the cooking implement. A button is disposed in the button orifice and is arranged and configured to deflect the hook end between an engaged position and a disengaged position.

Abstract: A mirror assembly is provided for use on an external surface of a vehicle having a mirrored surface disposed in an external shell and a mirror flag operably connected to the external shell for attachment to an external surface of a vehicle. The mirror flag includes at least one spoiler disposed between the external shell and the mirror flag for directing air flow caused by forward movement of the vehicle. Specifically, the at least one spoiler serves to direct the air flow away from the mirror assembly as well as away from the vehicle surface to improve the aerodynamics of the vehicle and reduce wind noise produced by the air flow contacting the mirror.

Abstract: A low profile, expandable, mobile rigid structure with unique a unique assembly and support system, that can easily be transported by an average sized vehicle. The structure features a central structure with a central roof section, a pair of endwall assemblies, and a central floor mounted to a base. The endwalls are two pieced having a bottom endwall panel and a top endwall panel. From the side of the central structure one or more side sections are retractable and expandable to increase the size of the floor space inside. The two pieced endwalls allow for compaction of the structure for travel by translating the lower portion of the endwall from supporting the upper portion. A two pieced door allows entry into the structure when it is expanded.

Abstract: An easy to install pull out cargo-carrying tray frame device includes a stationary frame to which is attached a wedgeable attachment member that can be employed to secure the stationary frame to a cargo area of a vehicle or trailer. The device can be part of an extendible drawer or tray device, and can be especially adaptable for a pickup truck. An extension can extend laterally from the stationary frame, to which the wedgeable attachment member can be attached, so that the stationary frame can be secured to the cargo area, and the wedgeable attachment member can be vertically oriented and extensible. The lateral extension member can have a sliding-interlocking relationship with an engagement member to which the wedgeable attachment member can be adjustably attached. Alternatively, the wedgeable attachment member can extend in a horizontal direction to engage and be wedged between side walls of the vehicle or trailer cargo area. A plurality of wedgeable attachment members can be present.

Abstract: A convertible liftgate assembly for use with pickup trucks. The assembly includes one or more platform components which may serve as sturdy, flat panels for service as ramps, and include legs for use also as work platforms or scaffolds. All components of the liftgate assembly can be secured in a nested configuration resembling a conventional pickup truck liftgate, with each platform component being removable for service as a ramp or work platform.

Abstract: The tactical ID visor and visor attachment enables individuals, particularly law enforcement personnel to review items held thereon while maintaining a line of sight to a suspect/location. The visor attachment can be made of transparent plastic having clips for holding ID's, vehicle registrations, etc. Lights are provided so that items can be read without interfering with the line of sight of law enforcement personnel. According to another embodiment, the visor can be redesigned to incorporate a lighted portion which would hold the necessary items and still enable law enforcement personnel to obtain information while maintaining their line of sight.

Abstract: A tonneau cover system, for covering a pickup truck cargo bed, includes a center panel, two side panels, and accessory hardware for supporting the center panel on the truck bed such that the center panel may be vertically moved thereon, between open and closed positions. In an open position, the center panel is at least partially disposed above the side panels. The cover side panels preferably include seals on inner longitudinal sides thereof, for sealingly engaging the center panel in the closed position thereof. The center panel may be made removable to allow for installation of selected accessory structures, such as camping tents, spare fuel tanks, fifth-wheel trailer connection hardware, or other accessories. The system may, optionally, include a front panel for placement across the entire width of the truck bed forward of both the side and center panels. Where used, the front panel may be made up of a frame and a removable cover plate which fits in the frame.

Abstract: A hold-down system for a cover of an open-topped container, such as a dump truck body, includes a hold-down member operatively coupled to a biasing mechanism. The biasing mechanism is disposed within the container, and preferably below the hold-down member. The hold-down member is adapted to exert tension against the cover via the biasing mechanism. The biasing mechanism may include biased reels having respective biasing cordage such as cables.

Abstract: A convertible vehicle having a body with a removable soft top and a separate rear window with an electrically-operable component. The rear window being selectively attachable to and removable from the top. A separable fastener assembly such as a zipper is provided with the top and the rear window so that the electrically-operated component is electrically connected with a vehicle power supply upon attachment of the rear window to the soft top.

Abstract: An expandable camper shell for a pickup truck which includes a cover that is to be movable from a lower position to a raised position with the cover assuming a tilted configuration relative to the bed of the pickup truck. When in the maximum raised position additional head room is provided for any individuals located within the internal compartment located between the cover and the bed. When the cover is in the maximum raised position, there is provided a gap area with this gap area to be closable by a removable, double-thickness, fabric, insert assembly. A shock strut assembly is mounted between the cover and the bed that will maintain the cover in the maximum raised position after it is manually raised.

Abstract: A combination truck-box cover and collapsible tent-like shelter generally comprising a tonneau-type box cover adapted to contain generally all components of a tent shelter while allowing generally full access to the truck box, and especially that the shelter is adapted to extend to the end of an opened tail-gate and further so as to also be fitted to a short-box pickup truck. The bed portions thereby provide ample bed length even on a truck box of less than adequate length.

Abstract: A system and method for deflecting the wind which would otherwise impinge upon the tailgate of a pickup truck, the deflector being removably mounted on the tailgate to preserve cargo space, including a spoiler, and requiring no modification to the tailgate or the truck bed, the deflector being made of relatively thin, lightweight panels with a large area brace and gust straps for resisting the pressure of the relative wind.

Abstract: A spoiler assembly that is adapted to be connected to the hitch of a vehicle. The spoiler assembly includes a coupling member adapted to be coupled with the vehicle's hitch, an intermediate portion extending upwardly from the coupling portion, a spoiler portion having opposite ends that is connected to the intermediate portion, and at least two stabilization members. The intermediate portion has first and second sections that are in a telescoping relationship to provide adjustability in a vertical direction. The spoiler portion includes a cross bar affixed to the second portion of the intermediate portion, a spoiler, and a plurality of adjustment members that are affixed to the spoiler. The adjustment members each have an opening defined therethrough that collectively receive the cross bar. The adjustment members also each include at least one threaded fastener that can be tightened and loosened to allow the spoiler to be movable relative to the cross bar.

Abstract: An aerodynamic stabilizer for motor vehicle includes at least one baffle plate in the vehicle wheel housing.

Abstract: A front structure for a motor vehicle comprising a front support connected to a vehicle frame member at a first connection location and to an engine support structure at a second connection location. Upon impact of the front structure of the motor vehicle with another object, the front support transfers energy from the impact to the first connection location, thereby reducing energy transferred to the support members.

Abstract: An adjustable lumbar support assembly for a seat has a curved lumbar support member that is made from a plastic material and an adjustment mechanism operatively connected to the curved lumbar support member for adjusting between various degrees of curvature. The curved lumbar support member may include a plurality of reinforcing ribs that allow a greater degree of curvature adjacent one end of the element than the degree of curvature adjacent the other end of the element. The reinforcing ribs allow for varying degrees of curvature because the cross section of the ribs varies. Further, the reinforcing ribs are integral with the curved lumbar support member. The adjustable lumbar assembly could also include at least one resilient metal strap connected to the curved lumbar support member that allows a greater degree of curvature adjacent one end of the curved lumbar support member than the degree of curvature adjacent the other end of the element.

Abstract: It is provided for a reclining device for chairs and the chair with said reclining device, comprising an elastic element with linear strain (8) having a first end (8a) abutting against the primary body (2) of a chair, and a half-shell element (12) adapted to house at least a portion of the elastic element (8) starting from a second end (8b) of the latter, said half-shell element (12) having two abutment portions (12b) for a pair of pushing extensions (13) integral with the support element (4) of the reclining back.

Abstract: A dual recliner assembly for a seat assembly of an automotive vehicle for providing selective locking and pivotal adjustment of a seat back relative to a seat cushion between a plurality of reclined positions. The dual recliner assembly includes spaced apart outboard and inboard recliners each movable between a locked position to hold the seat back in one of the plurality of reclined positions and an unlocked position to allow pivotal movement of the seat back relative to the seat cushion between the plurality of reclined positions. Both the outboard and inboard recliners include respective outboard and inboard shafts for moving the outboard and inboard recliners between the locked and unlocked positions. A rod extends between an outboard end fixedly secured to the outboard shaft and an opposite inboard end coupled with the inboard shaft for moving the inboard recliner between the locked and unlocked positions in response to movement of the outboard recliner between the locked and unlocked position.

Abstract: A driving mechanism usable in a vehicle seat reclining adjuster includes a pinion gear, a driven gear rotated by the pinion gear, and a stopper mechanism defining a rotation range of the driven gear. The stopper mechanism includes a transmitting member transmitting a stopping force to the axle portion of the pinion gear.

Abstract: A cutting arrangement (10) includes a pick holder (12) having a bore (14) containing a sleeve (16) within which a shank (18) of a pick (20) is located. The pick (20) and the sleeve (16) each have heads (22; 24). The head (24) of the sleeve (16) has an outer abutting surface (26) and an inner abutting surface (30). The outer abutting surface (26) abuts an abutting surface (28) of the head (22) of the pick (20). The inner abutting surface (30) abuts an abutting surface (32) of the pick holder (12). The abutting surface (28) of the head (22) of the pick (20) has an outwardly curved formation (28.1) which abuts an inwardly curved formation (26.1) on the outer abutting surface (26) of the sleeve (16). The inner abutting surface (30) on the head (24) of the sleeve (16) has an outwardly curved formation (30.1). The abutting surface (32) of the pick holder (12) has an inwardly curved formation (32.1). The inwardly and outwardly curved formations (30.1; 32.1) abut one another.

Abstract: A wheel cover (20) that simulates a high profile automotive wheel and tire. The wheel cover (20) includes a base mounting plate (26) that is removably attached to a wheel (22) using conventional methods. A face plate (38), which is configured to partially cover the tire sidewall as well as a central portion of a wheel, is positioned on top of the base mounting plate (26). The mounting plate (26) is attached to the face plate (38) in a spring-loaded manner, which continually urges the face plate (38) to be in contact with the side wall of the tire (24). The spring-loading arrangement permits the face plate (38) to yield when the tire bulges due to weight induced distortion or road hazard impact. The face plate (38) gives way at the tire bulge and yet retains contiguous engagement with the tire. When attached, the face plate (38) extends outward from the wheel's outer perimeter and over a portion of the tire's sidewall, thus producing the appearance of a high profile wheel and tire.

Abstract: A workstation system includes, as a “core” element, a self-standing service trunk that can be used in association with free-standing desks placed adjacent the trunk, or desk structures that are physically connected to the trunk. The trunk has a top that provides a generally horizontal storage support surface above desk height, and the trunk incorporates power and communication cable troughs for delivering power and communication services from an input location on the trunk to an output location accessible from a desk associated with the trunk.

Abstract: In a cabinet, particularly an equipment cabinet for electrical and electronic components and equipment having a particularly simple construction and ensuring an optimum accessibility to the installation area as well as a high security against unauthorized opening, not only the front door and a rear wall, but also the side walls are provided with hinges and can be articulated, as desired, either on the right or left. The hinge system has upper and lower hinge pins and two hinge pin receptacles in each corner connector of a frame. The two hinge pin receptacles are in each case formed in a shoulder of the corner connector.

Abstract: A self closing slide is provided having a first slide member slidably coupled to a second slide member. A slot is provided on the first slide member that receives an actuator of a self closing mechanism coupled to the second slide member. The mechanism comprises a housing having a slot guiding the actuator. The actuator is spring coupled to the housing. The actuator engages a portion of the first slide member when received in the slot for closing the first slide member relative to the second slide member.

Abstract: A combinational drawer has a rectangular base frame, a first rectangular side frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a second rectangular side frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a first rectangular lateral frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a second rectangular lateral frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a first U-shaped rod connected to the first rectangular side frame and the second rectangular side frame, and a second U-shape rod connected to the first rectangular side frame anti the second rectangular side frame. A connection fastener has an L-shaped end inserted in the first rectangular lateral frame, a distal end inserted in the rectangular base frame, and a column inserted in the first rectangular side frame.

Abstract: The gate-width ratio between an NMOS transistor (1) and PMOS transistors (2, 3) constructing an initial inverter stage of a voltage converting circuit is set in such a manner that the threshold voltage of the initial inverter becomes a voltage at which an inversion is possible, this voltage being less than one-half the power-supply voltage (VHT) of the voltage converting circuit and, moreover, less than the power-supply voltage (Vdd) of a logic circuit.

Abstract: An ink-jet printer includes a nozzle driving unit selectively driving a plurality nozzles to discharge ink through the nozzles, a signal supply supplying a driving signal to the nozzle driving unit, a shift register storing a nozzle selection signal to select a nozzle after the nozzle selection signal is synchronized with a clock signal, a counter counting an input number of the clock signal and deciding whether to operate the shift register, and a controller inputting a discharge signal into the signal supply to discharge the ink when the shift register is disabled. The counter compares a set-up value set up in accordance with a bit number of the nozzle selection data signal with the input number of the clock signal to disable the shift register. Therefore, noise introduced into the noise selection signal by the discharge signal is eliminated. Thus a malfunction of the head driving device can be prevented.

Abstract: An integrated circuit in an ink jet printhead selectively activates one or more printing elements on the printhead based on a multi-dimensional addressing scheme. The integrated circuit includes a plurality of pass switching, power switching, and one or more ground switching devices for selectively connecting one or more power switching devices to ground to activate one or more of the printing elements to print an image on a print medium. The integrated circuit includes a number of first, second, third, and fourth control lines for selectively controlling the activation of one or more of the printing elements.

Abstract: An ink-jet printing apparatus, which performs printing by reciprocally scanning a carriage, incorporating a printhead, relative to a print medium, comprises a detection unit for outputting a detection signal in accordance with a predetermined distance of a carriage movement in a carriage scanning direction. In this ink-jet printing apparatus, a timing signal is generated in correspondence with a period of the detection signal; a time interval of the detection signal is timed; a ratio between the time interval of the detection signal and a delay time of the timing signal is stored in a memory as reciprocal registration adjustment information; a delay time of the timing signal is obtained based on the information read out from the memory and the time interval of the detection signal when performing printing in a backward scan; a delay signal obtained by delaying the timing signal is outputted in accordance with the delay time; and the printhead is driven in accordance with the delay signal.

Abstract: The printing apparatus of the present invention allows dots to be formed after being selected from dot types whose number is greater than the number of gradations in each of the pixels constituting print data received from outside the printing apparatus. In the process, dots are formed for each gradation value after being selected from a plurality of types of dots having different sizes and/or formation positions such that the outlines contained in the printed image are smoothed, making it possible to smooth the outlines of line drawings while minimizing any increase in the volume of data transmitted from the outside and believed to cause a reduction in the printing speed.

Abstract: In a method of operating an inkjet printer, an intermediate transfer member is movable in an advance direction. A carrier supports a printhead, and is movable relative to the intermediate transfer member in a direction generally perpendicular to the advance direction. The printhead defines a plurality of raster lines extending over the intermediate transfer member at a non-perpendicular, fixed angle vector relative to the advanced direction. A bitmap image is defined which corresponds to an image to be formed on the intermediate transfer member. The bitmap image includes a plurality of rows and columns of pixels, with at least one image data corresponding to each pixel. The bitmap image is skewed such that the image data for at least one column within the bitmap image is shifted a predetermined number of pixel locations, dependent upon the fixed angle vector.

Abstract: A recording apparatus is provided with two or more kinds of sub-scanning amounts per main scan, and records a high quality image by reducing the bleeding between colors created characteristically by a multi-pass recording method. The number of times of main scanning to complete an image by a first discharge port array for black ink use and a second discharge port array for color ink use, respectively, are set to be m (m is a positive integer) and n (n is a positive integer) times. With respect to discharge ports to be used for recording in the first and second discharge port arrays, a distance between discharge ports which are positioned at upstream ends of the respective first and second discharge port arrays in the sub-scan direction is made equal to a length of a continuously conveying amount of (m+a) (a is a positive integer) times by combination of the at least two kinds of conveying amounts.

Abstract: The invention provides an image forming method and apparatus capable of forming an image with a desired shape at a correct position on a recording medium having expansion and contraction properties. Boundary lines formed on the recording medium being conveyed are detected by a sensor. Distortion of the recording medium is evaluated on the basis of the detected boundary lines. Image data is corrected in accordance with the result of the evaluation and an image is formed in accordance with the corrected image data. In the above process, image data within the respective areas surrounded by the boundary lines is deformed such that the image is printed at a correct location even when the recording medium has distortion due to expansion/contraction.

Abstract: A liquid jetting apparatus of the invention includes: a head member having a nozzle; a pressure-changing unit that can cause pressure of liquid in the nozzle to change in such a manner that the liquid is jetted from the nozzle; a jetting-mode setting unit that can set a selected jetting mode from a plurality of jetting modes; a driving-signal generator that can generate a common jetting-driving signal; a driving-pulse generator that can generate a full-jetting driving pulse, based on the selected jetting mode and the common jetting-driving signal; and a full-jetting main controller that can cause the pressure-changing unit to operate, based on the full-jetting driving pulse.

Abstract: A machine readable medium in combination with at least one sheet of print media, the machine readable medium having encoded parameter information that corresponds to the sheet of print media, the machine readable medium adapted to be separable from the print media and packaging therefor such that, during operation, the machine readable medium is physically separate from the print media and packaging, for conveying the encoded parameter information to an imaging device capable of configuring at least one parameter of the imaging device based on the encoded parameter information to form an image on the sheet of print media.