Appeal No. 2004-1339 Page 5
Application No. 09/488,079
(ROM) 130 for storing operating software for label 2. Memory 104 further comprises
random access memory (RAM) 132 for use during operation of label 2, and nonvolatile
memory such as electrically erasable programmable read only memory (EEPROM) 134.
ROM 130, RAM 132 and EEPROM 134 are each connected to microprocessor 100 via
appropriate data, address and control lines 144 and are also connected to a power
supply via appropriate circuitry 146. EEPROM 134 may comprise a write protected
section 138 for storing serial numbers or other identification data, or other information
stored therein by the manufacturer, distributor or owner and intended to be maintained
permanently for the life of label 2. Section 138 may comprise an openly readable
subsection 140 and a selectively readable subsection 142, subsection 142 being
readable only after a password is input or another security requirement is complied
with.
Figures 4 and 5 of Dlugos show label 2 attached to parcel P. Label 2 is held
within envelope 80. Envelope 80 may be formed of, for example, a clear plastic film or
a protective packing material containing air bubbles. Envelope 80 has a top portion 86
and a bottom portion 84. An adhesive layer 82 is provided on the outside surface of
bottom portion 84. Adhesive layer 82 is in contact with and adheres to top surface 90
of parcel P, thus attaching label 2 to parcel P.
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