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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 30, 2026
Filed:
Aug. 23, 2024
Cardtronics Usa, Inc., Atlanta, GA (US);
Jordan Cruickshank, Dundee, GB;
Cardtronics USA, Inc., Atlanta, GA (US);
Abstract
Improved counterfeit detection in media terminals is provided using a multiple media item validator approach. A first validator analyzes received media items to identify potentially suspect items. Suspect items are routed to a second validator for more detailed analysis, while non-suspect items bypass the second validator. The second validator, equipped with higher resolution imaging and advanced detection capabilities, determines if suspect items are genuine or counterfeit. This selective routing maintains efficient processing while enhancing counterfeit detection accuracy. In an embodiment, additional media item validation features are provided such as substrate validation sensors and lasers for detecting specific security features. In an embodiment, during maintenance periods, the terminal can reprocess stored media items through the validators to resort and recategorize items. This approach improves counterfeit detection, reduces unnecessary rejections, and enhances overall efficiency and accuracy of media handling in terminals.