Inventors:
Robert R. Harman - Seaford DE
Bruce C. Joslyn - Madison CT
Assignee:
Thru-The-Wall Corporation - Chagrin Falls OH
International Classification:
G06F 1524, G06F 1520
Abstract:
A system for renting pre-recorded videocassettes in which an automatic videocassette dispensing terminal communicates with and becomes part of a store's computerized videocassette rental system. The store's computer receives and compiles information relating to customer rentals from both the automatic videocassette dispensing terminal and the manned point-of-sale terminals in the store. The automatic videocassette dispensing terminal projects through an exterior wall of the video store to provide 24-hour operation. Videocassettes can be reserved and held in the terminal for pick-up by the customer after hours.