Recording medium storage device and recording device

Abstract

To provide a recording medium storage device that can be applied to a recording device that can be installed at an arbitrary position.SOLUTION: A recording medium storage device is loaded with a recording medium ejected from an ejection port of a recording device installed on a grounding surface. The recording medium storage device comprises: receiving members that receive the recording medium ejected from the ejection port; holding members holding one ends of the receiving members; a pair of first mounting parts that include turning members for turning the holding members and can mount the turning members on a pair of insertion ports formed at both sides of the ejection port of the recording device; and second mounting parts that can mount the other ends at the opposite side of one ends of the receiving members on a portion lower than the ejection port.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a recording medium storage device and a recording device.

Background Art

[0002] There is known a recording medium storage device that stacks recording media discharged from a discharge port. When using a roll-shaped recording medium, it is difficult to discharge it onto a straight discharge tray. Therefore, a configuration is known in which the recording medium is received by a sheet member such as cloth (Patent Document 1).

[0003] In the recording medium storage device of Patent Document 1, a front rod extending obliquely forward from below the recording device supported by a stand and a rear rod extending obliquely backward are provided, and a sheet member is held on the front and rear rods, and a configuration in which the sheet member forms a U shape is disclosed. The discharged recording medium is discharged along the U-shaped sheet member.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0004]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] The recording medium storage device described in Patent Document 1 is a configuration premised on having a stand that supports the recording device. Therefore, the installation position is limited to a position where the stand can be installed.

[0006] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a recording medium storage device applicable to a recording device that can be installed at an arbitrary position.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0007] A recording medium storage device according to one aspect of the present disclosure is a recording medium storage device for loading recording medium discharged from an outlet of a recording device installed on a ground surface, and is characterized by comprising: a receiving member for receiving the recording medium discharged from the outlet; a holding member for holding one end of the receiving member; a rotating member for rotating the holding member, and a pair of first mounting parts to which the rotating member can be attached to a pair of insertion openings provided on both sides of the outlet of the recording device; and a second mounting part to which the other end of the receiving member opposite to the one end can be attached below the outlet. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] According to this disclosure, a recording medium housing device applicable to a recording device that can be installed at any location can be provided. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0009] [Figure 1] This diagram schematically illustrates an example of the overall configuration of a printer. [Figure 2] This diagram schematically shows a recording medium storage device and a printer. [Figure 3] This is a perspective view of the mounting area. [Figure 4] This is a diagram illustrating the internal structure of the mounting section. [Figure 5] This is a diagram illustrating how to attach the storage cloth. [Figure 6] This is a cross-sectional view illustrating the attachment of the storage cloth. [Figure 7] This is a perspective view illustrating an example of attaching the mounting part to a printer. [Figure 8] This is a side view illustrating an example of attaching the mounting part to a printer. [Figure 9] This is a side view illustrating how to use the recording medium storage device. [Figure 10] This is a diagram illustrating the discharge position. [Figure 11] This is a perspective view showing an example of a mounting section. [Figure 12] This diagram illustrates an example of attaching the mounting part to the insertion port. [Figure 13] This is a diagram for explaining the rotating member. [Figure 14] This is a diagram for explaining the sliding member. [Figure 15] This is a diagram for explaining the movement of the cam. [Figure 16] This is a diagram for explaining the static load avoidance position. [Figure 17] This is a diagram for explaining an example where the rod member is not held at the static load avoidance position. [Figure 18] This is a diagram for explaining the position of the rod member and the cam shape. [Figure 19] This is a diagram for explaining the mounting portion. [Figure 20] This is an explanatory diagram when attaching the mounting portion to the insertion port. [Figure 21] This is a diagram for explaining the mounting portion. [Figure 22] This is a diagram for explaining the hook member and the storage cloth. [Figure 23] This is a diagram for explaining an example of hooking the hook member to the printer. [Figure 24] This is a side view of the state where the hook member is hooked to the printer. [Figure 25] This is a diagram for explaining the cam shape.

Embodiments for Carrying Out the Invention

[0010] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Note that the following embodiments do not limit the matters of the present disclosure, and not all combinations of the features described in the following embodiments are essential for the solution means of the present disclosure. The same reference numerals are assigned to the same components.

[0011] <<First Embodiment>> This embodiment describes a recording medium storage device that can be attached to a large-format recording device installed on a desktop. If a recording medium is ejected from a large-format recording device installed on a desktop without using a recording medium storage device, the recording medium will be ejected directly onto the desktop. In this case, the recording medium ejected onto the desktop will remain there after ejection, and when recording on the next page is completed, there is a high possibility that the recording mediums will come into contact with each other, causing scratches on the surface or jamming. Alternatively, one could consider installing the recording device at the edge of the desktop so that the ejected paper does not accumulate and the recording medium falls by its own weight. However, in this case, although jamming as described above can be avoided, there is still a high possibility that the surface will be scratched by falling. Therefore, the user has to carefully support each recording medium one by one when ejecting it, which is inconvenient.

[0012] Therefore, in this embodiment, we will describe a configuration in which a recording medium storage device that can be attached to a recording device installed on a desktop is used.

[0013] <Overall Structure> Figure 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the overall configuration of the printer 10, which is a recording device in this embodiment. The recording medium S, wound in a roll, passes through the paper feed slot and is transported by the transport roller 17 to the recording area of ​​the recording head 15. Hereinafter, the direction in which the recording medium is transported will be referred to as the +Y direction. The direction of gravity will be referred to as the -Z direction, and the direction of paper cutting by the cutter (paper width direction), which will be described later, will be referred to as the +X direction (see Figure 2). The recording head 15 has multiple ejection ports for ejecting ink. Ink is ejected from the transported recording medium S by the recording head 15, and an image is recorded. The recorded recording medium is then transported further downstream by the discharge roller 18, which is located downstream of the recording head 15. When the recording operation is completed, the recording medium S is transported by the transport roller 17 and the discharge roller 18 so that the cutting position is at the position of the cutter 19. Subsequently, the cutter 19 moves in the paper width direction (+X direction), cutting the recording medium S on which the image has been recorded, and it is discharged to the outside of the device through the discharge port 13.

[0014] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram showing the recording medium storage device 20 and the printer 10, which is a recording device, according to this embodiment. Figure 2 shows a schematic perspective view of the recording medium storage device 20 mounted on the printer 10. Further explanation follows with reference to Figures 1 and 2.

[0015] The printer 10 is a desktop printer installed on the contact surface of the desk 11. In other words, the printer 10 is a printer that does not have a stand (legs) long enough to accommodate a receiving member, the storage cloth 21, which will be described later, at the bottom. The printer 10 has an output port 13 for ejecting the recording medium S on which an image has been formed, and the recording medium S ejected from the output port 13 is stored in a recording medium storage device 20 installed below the output port 13 (in the direction of gravity -Z direction).

[0016] The recording medium storage device 20 includes a storage cloth 21, a rod member 22, and a mounting portion 23. The recording medium storage device 20 is attached to the side of the printer 10 where the output port 13 is located. The downstream end (+Y direction end) of the storage cloth 21 is folded and sewn to form a bag shape. The rod member 22, which is a holding member, has a U-shape with two bends, and the storage cloth 21 and the rod member 22 become one unit when the rod member 22 is passed through the bag shape of the storage cloth 21. The bag shape of the storage cloth 21 is passed through the side (holding portion 22a) sandwiched between the two bends of the rod member 22. The upstream end (-Y direction end) of the storage cloth 21 is configured to be attachable to the printer 10.

[0017] Since the recording medium storage device 20 has mounting parts 23, it can be attached to the printer 10 using the mounting parts 23 after the printer 10 has been placed on any surface. When the recording medium storage device 20 is attached to the printer 10 using the pair of mounting parts 23, the storage cloth 21 becomes a sheet member with a roughly U-shape when viewed from the side of the recording medium storage device 20. The recording medium S discharged from the output port 13 of the printer 10 is stored in the storage cloth 21. This roughly U-shaped sheet member portion becomes the storage section for storing the discharged recording medium S.

[0018] <Mounting part> Figure 3 is a perspective view of the mounting section 23. Figure 4 is a diagram illustrating the internal structure of the mounting section 23. Figure 4(a) is a top view showing the inside of the mounting section 23, and Figure 4(b) is a perspective view showing the inside of the mounting section. The detailed configuration of the mounting section 23 will be explained using Figures 3 and 4. In addition, to distinguish it from the configuration for attaching the storage cloth 21 to the printer 10, which will be described later, the mounting section 23 will also be called the first mounting section.

[0019] The mounting portion 23 includes an insertion member 24 with a shape that allows it to be inserted into the main body, and a rotating member 25 that holds the end of the rod member 22 and is rotatable. The mounting portion 23 also includes a sliding member 26 (pressing member) that presses against the side surface of the rotating member 25, an elastic member 27 (spring member) that presses against the sliding member 26, and a rotating shaft 28 that is attached to the rotation center of the rotating member 25.

[0020] The insertion member 24 has a socket shape on the main body side of the printer 10 that fits into the insertion opening 14 (see Figure 5) of the printer 10. A stopper portion 24a is provided at the lower part of the socket shape to abut against the desk 11. The insertion member 24 also has a hollow holder 24b on the side opposite to the socket shape, and the holder 24b contains a rotating member 25, a sliding member 26, an elastic member 27, and a rotating shaft 28. More specifically, the compressed elastic member 27, the rotating member 25, and the sliding member 26 are incorporated inside the holder 24b. The sliding member 26 is incorporated inside the holder 24b so as to be biased against the rotating member 25 by the elastic member 27. When the rotating member 25 attempts to rotate, it continues to receive lateral pressure from the sliding member 26, which is biased by the elastic member 27, and the rod member 22 is held at a free angle by frictional force. Furthermore, the sliding member 26 includes a restricting surface 26a that restricts rotation so that it does not rotate together with the rotating member 25. The restricting surface 26a contacts the holder 24b, so that even when the rotating member 25 rotates, the sliding member 26 can maintain its position without rotating. Here, the frictional force is stronger than the force that causes the rod member 22 to move downward due to its own weight. The frictional force can be adjusted by the pressing force of the elastic member 27 and the coefficient of friction of the sliding surfaces of the sliding member 26 and the rotating member 25.

[0021] The rotating member 25 has a cylindrical shape. The inner diameter of the cylinder of the rotating member 25 is larger than the outer diameter of the rod member 22. By inserting the end of the rod member 22 into the cylinder and fixing it with a screw or the like, the rotating member 25 and the rod member 22 can rotate together as a single unit. Note that the fixing method is not limited to screw fixing; it may also be configured to be fixed by press-fitting or a claw shape.

[0022] <Storage cloth> Figure 5 is a diagram illustrating the installation of the storage cloth 21, which is a sheet component. Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view illustrating the installation of the storage cloth 21. The installation of the storage cloth 21 will be described below with reference to Figures 5 and 6.

[0023] As mentioned earlier, the storage cloth 21 has a bag shape formed across its entire width at one end. On the other end, ring-shaped hooks 21a are sewn to both ends in the width direction. In addition, on the main body of the printer 10, hooks 13a are provided on both sides of the outside of the output port 13 in the width direction, below the output port 13. The storage cloth 21 can be attached to the main body of the printer 10 by hooking the hooks 21a of the storage cloth 21 onto these hooks 13a. As shown in Figures 5 and 6, the lower part of the output port 13 is recessed on the opposite side of the output direction (towards the printer body), and the hooks 13a are provided in the recessed area. The configuration that allows the other end of the storage cloth 21, opposite to the end held by the rod member 22, to be attached to the printer body, such as the hooks 21a, is called the second attachment part.

[0024] When the storage cloth 21 is attached to the printer 10 body, it is preferable that the storage cloth 21, which is hooked onto the hook 13a, is attached in such a way that there is no gap between it and the printer 10 body. If there is a gap between the printer 10 and the storage cloth 21, the tip of the discharged recording medium S may get stuck in the gap, potentially causing a jam. Therefore, as shown in Figures 5 and 6, by providing a recessed step of several millimeters on the printer 10 side and configuring the storage cloth 21 to be attached to this step, it is possible to configure the printer so that no gap is created. In this example, a total of two hooks 13a are shown on the outside in the width direction of the discharge port 13, but this is not the only example. As long as the storage cloth 21 can be properly attached, the position and number of hooks 13a are not limited to the example shown.

[0025] <Attaching the mounting part to the printer> Figure 7 is a perspective view illustrating an example of attaching the mounting part 23 to the printer 10. Figure 8 is a side view illustrating an example of attaching the mounting part 23 to the printer. An example of attaching the mounting part 23 to the printer 10 will be explained using Figures 7 and 8.

[0026] Insertion slots 14 are formed on both sides of the paper width direction of the output slot 13 of the printer 10. The insertion member 24 of the mounting part 23 is inserted into these insertion slots 14. Although Figure 7 shows an example where the insertion slots 14 are formed below the output slot 13, the mounting part is not limited to this position. The mounting part 23 is attached to the insertion slot 14 of the printer 10, which is installed on a desk 11 at any location, thereby attaching the recording medium storage device 20 to the printer 10. The insertion slot 14 and the insertion member 24 are in a mating relationship, and the mounting part 23 is fixed to the printer 10 by insertion.

[0027] Here, as shown in Figures 7 and 8, it is preferable that the printer 10 is installed with its front casing 10a, including the output port 13, positioned close to the edge of the desk 11. In this state, when the mounting portion 23 is inserted all the way into the insertion port 14, the abutment portion 24a of the insertion member 24 is inserted until it abuts against the front casing 10a of the printer 10, including the output port 13. In other words, it can be positioned so that it abuts against the front edge of the desk 11 as well. This allows the printer to be supported not only by the printer body but also by the edge of the desk 11 if the user accidentally applies static pressure from above to the mounting portion 23, thus distributing the static pressure and suppressing damage to the mounting portion 23. Note that the abutment portion 24a of the insertion member 24 can distribute the static pressure by abutting against a part of the surface on the edge side of the desk 11, and the size of the abutment portion 24a is not limited to that shown in the figures.

[0028] Furthermore, by installing the printer 10 at the edge of the desk 11, it is possible to prevent the formation of a step in the Y direction between the output port 13 and the desk 11. In other words, jams caused by steps can be suppressed. It is preferable that the front casing 10a of the printer 10 be installed so that it is flush with the edge of the desk 11, but depending on the shape of the edge of the desk 11, the printer 10 may be installed at a position offset from the edge of the desk 11.

[0029] As described above, the recording medium storage device 20 of this embodiment can be attached to the printer 10 by attaching the mounting part 23, and can be removed from the printer 10 by removing the mounting part 23. Therefore, when the recording medium storage device 20 is not needed, or when transporting it, the recording medium storage device 20 can be removed from the printer 10.

[0030] The user's method for attaching the recording medium storage device 20 to the printer 10 is as follows: First, the printer 10 is positioned so that its front exterior, including the output port 13, is close to the edge of the desk 11. Then, two sets of mounting parts 23 are inserted all the way into the insertion port 14. The folded-over sewn bag-shaped portion of the storage cloth 21 is passed through the holding part 22a of the rod member 22, and the hook string 21a on the opposite side is hooked onto two hooks 13a on the printer 10. Finally, the end of the rod member 22 is inserted into the cylindrical shape of the rotating member 25 and secured with screws or the like to complete the attachment of the recording medium storage device 20 to the printer 10.

[0031] Furthermore, although the example described shows the user passing the folded-over, bag-shaped portion of the storage cloth 21 through the holding portion 22a of the rod member 22, if the factory were to ship the product with the bag-shaped portion of the storage cloth 21 already passed through the rod member 22, the user's assembly time could be reduced. Also, although the method of fixing the rod member 22 and the rotating member 25 was described using screw fixing as an example, as mentioned above, it may also be attached by press-fitting or by a claw shape.

[0032] <How to use the recording medium storage device> Figure 9 is a side view illustrating how to use the recording medium storage device 20 attached to the printer 10. Figure 9(a) shows the storage position when the recording medium storage device 20 is not in use. Figure 9(b) shows the ejection position when the recording medium storage device 20 is in use. In Figure 9, the storage cloth 21 is attached to the rod member 22 and the printer 10, the mounting part 23 is attached to the printer 10, and the rod member 22 is attached to the mounting part 23.

[0033] As explained earlier, the rod member 22 and the rotating member 25 are integrally constructed with screws or the like. Furthermore, since the rotating member 25 is continuously subjected to lateral pressure from the sliding member 26, which is biased by the elastic member 27, it is possible to fix it in any rotated position. The user can rotate the rod member 22 to any position by manually operating the holding part 22a through which the storage cloth 21 is passed on the rod member 22. As shown in Figure 9(a), when the recording medium storage device 20 is not in use, the rod member 22 is moved to the storage position. The storage position is the state in which the rod member 22 extends downward when viewed from the side of the recording medium storage device 20, as shown in Figure 9(a) (the state in which it points to the value "6" on a clock). The reason for the configuration that allows it to rotate to the storage position is that the printer 10 and the recording medium storage device 20 can be used at any installation position. That is, as mentioned above, in this embodiment, it is assumed that the printer 10 will be installed at the end of the desk 11 at any position. In this case, depending on the user's installation environment, the recording medium storage device 20 may block passageways in offices or other areas. The recording medium storage device 20 of this embodiment can be fixed in any position by rotating the rod member 22. Therefore, when not in use, the recording medium storage device 20 can be prevented from obstructing user activity by rotating the rod member 22 to the storage position.

[0034] On the other hand, when using the recording medium storage device 20, the user rotates the rod member 22 by manually lifting it to move it to the discharge position as shown in Figure 9(b). This allows the discharged recording medium S to be stored in the storage cloth 21, which has a roughly U-shape.

[0035] Furthermore, the positions in which the rod member 22 can rotate are not limited to the example shown in Figure 9. For example, the discharge position may be higher or lower than that shown in Figure 9(b). The holding portion 22a of the rod member 22 may be positioned higher than horizontal. In any case, it is sufficient that the positional relationship allows for the discharged recording medium to be accommodated.

[0036] <Discharge position of the recording medium housing> Figure 10 illustrates the discharge position of the recording medium storage device 20. As mentioned above, the rod member 22 is configured to be rotatable to any position by the rotating member 25. Here, using Figure 10, we will explain an example in which the rotation position of the rod member 22 of the recording medium storage device 20 may change depending on the recording conditions. Figure 10(a) shows the state in which the rod member 22 has moved so that the position in the Y direction of the holding portion 22a of the rod member 22, through which the bag-shaped portion at one end of the storage cloth 21 passes, is further from the discharge port 13 than in Figure 10(b).

[0037] The behavior of the recording medium during ejection can vary depending on the recording medium being ejected. For example, when ejecting cut paper (A4, A3, etc.) or strips of paper cut from a roll medium, the recording medium is very light and is greatly affected by the airflow from the room's air conditioner, etc. Therefore, instead of falling straight down, it may float before falling. Also, when recording images with a high recording duty cycle, cockling occurs on the recording medium, so the recording medium with the recorded image may be ejected without bending. Under these recording conditions, if the holding portion 22a of the rod member 22 is in a position close to the printer 10 in the Y direction, there is a possibility that the recording medium will be ejected over the rod member 22. Therefore, as shown in Figure 10(a), by setting the holding portion 22a of the rod member 22 to a rotational position that is nearly horizontal with respect to the desk 11, the length of the storage cloth 21 in the Y direction can be made relatively longer. This makes it possible to properly store the ejected recording medium S in the recording medium storage device 20.

[0038] On the other hand, when discharging recording media that have recorded images in long sizes (A1, A0, etc.) on roll media, the recording media is heavy and has a tendency to curl. Therefore, the recording media S discharged from the discharge port 13 is discharged with its leading edge in contact with the storage cloth 21. Also, because of its length, a deeper Z-direction depth of the recording media storage device 20 reduces the possibility of overflow from the recording media storage device 20, thus enabling proper discharge. Therefore, when recording images in long sizes, as shown in Figure 10(b), the position of the holding portion 22a of the rod member 22 is set to a rotational position that is relatively close to the printer 10 in the Y-direction, thereby increasing the depth of the storage location of the recording media storage device 20.

[0039] The rotational position of the rod member 22 has been explained above with specific usage examples, but the above examples are just a few examples. The ejection behavior will change depending on the paper size, length, recording pattern, recording duty cycle, and environment. Therefore, in practice, the user will change the rotational position of the rod member 22 to suit the recording conditions.

[0040] As described above, this embodiment provides a recording medium storage device applicable to a recording device that can be installed at any position. That is, since the printer 10 of this embodiment is installed on the contact surface of the desk 11, the degree of freedom in installation position is higher compared to the case of a printer with stand legs. The recording medium storage device 20 of this embodiment can be attached to such a desktop printer. By using the recording medium storage device 20, it is possible to eject the recording medium while avoiding scratches, dirt, and jams that occur when recording the next page. In addition, the mounting part 23 makes it possible to attach and detach the recording medium storage device 20 to the printer 10, improving convenience during storage or transport. Furthermore, since the rod member 22 can be maintained in any rotational position, the user can rotate the rod to a suitable position according to the recording conditions.

[0041] <<Second Embodiment>> In the second embodiment, the method of fixing the mounting portion 23 and the insertion opening 14 will be described in detail. Since the basic configuration is the same as the example described in the first embodiment, the explanation will focus on the differences.

[0042] Figure 11 is a perspective view showing an example of the mounting portion 23 of this embodiment. Figure 12 is a diagram illustrating an example of attaching the mounting portion 23 to the insertion opening 14.

[0043] As shown in Figure 11, the mounting portion 23 of this embodiment has a configuration in which the tip of the insertion member 24 includes the shape of a leaf spring 24c. The tip of the leaf spring 24c has a tapered projection. In addition, the insertion member 24 is provided with a slit shape adjacent to the leaf spring 24c to prevent interference when the leaf spring 24c bends during insertion. The tapered projection is formed to protrude on the side opposite to the slit.

[0044] Figure 12(a) is a cross-sectional view from above showing the mounting portion 23 in the process of being inserted into the insertion opening 14. The insertion-side edge of the insertion member 24 and the entrance side of the insertion opening 14 are both tapered, making it easier for the insertion member 24 to enter. As the mounting portion passes through the tapered shape on the entrance side of the insertion opening 14, the protruding portion of the leaf spring 24c is pressed against the insertion opening 14, causing the leaf spring 24c to bend as it is inserted, as shown in Figure 12(a). At this time, as mentioned above, the leaf spring 24c is configured to retract into the slit-shaped portion so that the bent portion does not interfere with anything. If the mounting portion 23 is inserted further from the state shown in Figure 12(a), the straight portion at the tip of the mounting portion 23 will hit the back of the insertion opening 14, as shown in Figure 12(b). In this embodiment, the tip of the mounting portion 23 abuts against the back of the insertion opening 14, and the insertion opening 14 is configured with a recessed shape that matches the protrusion shape of the leaf spring 24c, so that the deflection of the leaf spring 24c is eliminated.

[0045] As described above, according to this embodiment, when the mounting portion 23 is inserted into the insertion opening 14, the mounting portion 23 can be held in place by the leaf spring 24c. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the mounting portion 23 from coming off at an unintended time due to vibrations during the recording operation of the printer 10 or operation of the recording medium storage device 20. In this embodiment, an example in which the mounting portion 23 is equipped with a leaf spring 24c has been described, but the leaf spring may also be provided at the abutment portion of the insertion opening 14. In this case as well, the same effect can be obtained.

[0046] <<Third Embodiment>> In the third embodiment, a cam shape is added to the rotating member 25 and the sliding member 26, and a configuration is described in which the rod member 22 can be held in two positions: a storage position and a discharge position. In the first embodiment, an example was described in which the rod member 22 could be fixed in any position. However, it is possible that some users may find it difficult to determine the arbitrary position, or they may forget to change the arbitrary position. Therefore, in this embodiment, the rod member 22 can be held in two positions: a storage position and a discharge position. The basic configuration is the same as the example described in the first embodiment, so the differences will be explained in detail. In addition, the configuration described in the second embodiment may be combined.

[0047] Figure 13 illustrates the rotating member 25 of this embodiment. Figure 13(a) is a side view of the rotating member 25, and Figure 13(b) is a diagram showing a part of the arc portion of the rotating member 25 linearly unfolded. Figure 14 illustrates the sliding member 26 of this embodiment. Figure 14(a) is a side view of the sliding member 26, and Figure 14(b) is a diagram showing a part of the arc portion of the sliding member 26 linearly unfolded.

[0048] As shown in Figure 13, the rotating member 25 has a convex cam shape in the same phase as the cylindrical shape into which the rod member 22 is inserted. The convex cam shape is convex in the -X direction. In Figure 13(a), the convex portion is formed on the near side of the paper. Let H1 be the height of the convex cam shape, θ1 be the inclination of the convex cam, and L1 be the width of the convex portion. Positions P11 to P14 in Figure 13(a) correspond to positions P11 to P14 in Figure 13(b), respectively.

[0049] As shown in Figure 14, the sliding member 26 has two concave cam shapes. The concave cam shape is concave in the -X direction. In Figure 14(a), the concave part is formed on the far side of the paper. Of the concave cam shapes, one is the storage position and the other is the discharge position. In this embodiment, we will explain using the case where the storage position is set to 60° when the -Z direction is 0° as an example. Let H2 be the height of the concave cam shape, θ2 be the inclination of the concave cam, and L2 be the width of the concave part. Positions P21 to P28 in Figure 14(a) correspond to positions P21 to P28 in Figure 14(b), respectively.

[0050] As described in the first embodiment, the sliding member 26 is held without rotating by contact with the holder 24b of the insertion member 24, so the rotating member 25 is configured to rotate while receiving lateral pressure from the sliding member 26. In this embodiment, since the rotating member 25 has a convex cam shape formed on the sliding member 26 side, the rotating member 25 rotates while pushing the sliding member 26 outward in the -X direction, except for the portion of the sliding member 26 that corresponds to the concave cam shape.

[0051] Figure 15 illustrates the movement of the cam when the rotating member 25 rotates from the storage position to the discharge position. As shown in Figure 15(a), in the storage position, the convex cam shape of the rotating member 25 is held in a state where it is recessed into the concave cam shape of the sliding member 26 at the 0° position. When the rotating member 25 begins to rotate toward the discharge position, the inclined surface of the concave cam shape and the inclined surface of the convex cam shape come into contact, and the sliding member 26 receives lateral pressure from the rotating member 25 and begins to move in the -X direction as shown in Figure 15(b). At this time, the elastic member 27 pressing against the sliding member 26 is compressed. As shown in Figure 15(c), after passing the inclination of the concave cam shape and continuing to rotate, as shown in Figure 15(d), the inclined surface of the concave cam shape and the inclined surface of the convex cam shape begin to come into contact again. Therefore, the sliding member 26 begins to move in the +X direction. As the convex cam shape passes over the inclined concave cam shape, it is held in a state where it is recessed into the concave cam shape at the discharge position of 60°, as shown in Figure 15(e).

[0052] The dimensional relationship between the convex cam shape and the concave cam shape is such that H2≧H1, L2≧L1, and θ1≧θ2, which ensures that the convex cam shape can be reliably fitted. Increasing H1 and H2 increases the amount of compression of the elastic member 27, thus increasing the holding force. Furthermore, increasing the angles of θ1 and θ2 makes the angle of the slope steeper, which reduces the force that moves the sliding member 26 in the X direction, thus increasing the holding force.

[0053] Furthermore, in this embodiment, if the user releases their hand after the convex cam shape has climbed the slope of the concave cam shape, the spring pressure or friction coefficient is adjusted so that the rod member 22 automatically returns to the storage position due to the weight of the rod member 22.

[0054] In this embodiment, an example has been described in which a convex cam shape is provided on the rotating member 25 and a concave cam shape corresponding to this convex cam shape is provided on the sliding member 26, but the embodiment is not limited to this. The rotating member 25 may be provided with a concave cam shape and the sliding member 26 may be provided with a convex cam shape. That is, on the side surface of the rotating member 25 in the direction of the rotation axis, the rotating member 25 may be provided with a first cam shape, and the sliding member 26 may be provided with a second cam shape corresponding to the first cam shape. The rotating member 25 and the sliding member 26 may be arranged in parallel in the direction of the rotation axis and such that the convex shape and the concave shape are in contact, and the second cam shape may be configured in a position that matches the rotation phase of the recording medium housing device 20.

[0055] As described above, according to this embodiment, the rod member 22 can be rotated to a fixed position by using a cam shape. That is, the rod member 22 can be fixedly rotated to a storage position and a discharge position. Therefore, for users who are not familiar with the appropriate rotation position, convenience is improved as they do not need to be aware of the rotation position. In this embodiment, an example in which only one discharge position is set has been described, but the device may be configured to allow multiple discharge positions to be set. For example, three or more concave cam shapes may be formed.

[0056] <<Fourth Embodiment>> The fourth embodiment provides a more detailed description of the mounting portion 23 of the third embodiment. This embodiment may also be applied in conjunction with the first or second embodiment.

[0057] Figure 16 illustrates the static load avoidance position. In this embodiment, an example is described in which the rod member 22 can rotate and move to the static load avoidance position.

[0058] Figure 16(a) is a side view of a comparative example illustrating the need for a static load avoidance position. Figure 16(b) is a perspective view of the mounting portion 23 used in this comparative example. As shown in Figure 16(a), it is possible for a user to rotate the rod member 22 clockwise from the discharge position around the rotation axis 28 due to erroneous operation. As shown in Figure 16(b), the mounting portion 23 in the comparative example is provided with a cover wall portion 50. In a configuration where the mounting portion 23 is provided with a cover wall portion 50, as in the comparative example, the rod member 22 contacts the cover wall portion 50 and its rotation is restricted. In this restricted state, a leverage ratio is formed in the length from the end of the rod member 22 to the holding portion 22a. Therefore, the user's operating force acts as a large force on the mounting portion 23 and the base of the rod member 22, which may cause damage to the parts. In other words, if a rotation restricting mechanism is provided near the rotation center of the rod member 22, the distance from the rotation center to the operating part (holding part 22a) of the rod member 22 is large, which can cause a large load on the rotation center and potentially damage it.

[0059] Therefore, in this embodiment, a static load avoidance position is provided. Figure 16(c) is a side view illustrating the static load avoidance position in this embodiment. Figure 16(d) is a perspective view of the mounting part 23 that allows the rod member 22 to rotate to the static load avoidance position. In this embodiment, even if the user rotates the rod member 22 clockwise from the discharge position around the rotation axis 28 due to erroneous operation, the rod member 22 will rotate and move to nearly 180°, with the storage position being 0°. That is, the mounting part 23 in this embodiment does not have a mechanism near the rotation center to restrict rotation to nearly 180°. For this reason, the rod member 22 is configured to rotate to nearly 180°. When the rod member 22 continues to rotate from nearly 180°, the rotation of the rod member 22 is restricted at the position where it contacts the printer 10. This position is defined as the static load avoidance position. That is, the static load avoidance position is the position in which the rod member 22 can contact the printer 10 which is installed on the ground surface. In this static load avoidance position, the distance between the holding portion 22a of the rod member 22 operated by the user and the contact portion with the printer 10 body is shorter than the distance between the holding portion 22a of the rod member 22 and the cover wall portion 50 in the comparative example. Therefore, in the static load avoidance position of this embodiment, the leverage ratio effect is smaller compared to the comparative example, and large forces are less likely to act. Furthermore, the force acts on the printer 10 body, which has high rigidity. Thus, the possibility of component damage is reduced.

[0060] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the rod member 22 may be configured to rotate further counterclockwise from the storage position in which the rod member 22 is lowered vertically around the rotation axis 28. This is to prevent static pressure from being applied to the rod member 22 and the mounting part 23, for example, if a user accidentally pushes a chair or the like under the desk 11. In this example, it is configured to rotate approximately 30° counterclockwise from the storage position, and this position can also be used as a static load avoidance position. If rotation counterclockwise from the storage position is restricted, the mounting part 23 may be damaged, as in the example described in Figure 16(a). Therefore, by configuring it to rotate further counterclockwise from the storage position, the force can be released and damage can be avoided.

[0061] As described above, in this embodiment, since the rod member 22 can be rotated to a static load avoidance position, damage to the parts can be suppressed.

[0062] <<Fifth Embodiment>> The fifth embodiment describes an example in which the rod member 22 can rotate and move to the static load avoidance position described in the fourth embodiment, but the rod member 22 is not held in that static load avoidance position. As shown in Figure 16(c) described in the fourth embodiment, if the rod member 22 is held in the static load avoidance position after the user has moved it to the static load avoidance position, an undesirable phenomenon may occur. For example, even after the user has released their hand from the rod member 22, if the rod member 22 is held in the static load avoidance position by gravity, leaning against the printer 10, the storage cloth 21 will continue to block the paper output port 13. If the user accidentally performs a recording in this state, the ejected recording medium S may come into contact with the storage cloth 21 and cause a jam.

[0063] Figure 17 illustrates an example in which the rod member 22 is not held in the static load avoidance position in this embodiment. Figure 18 illustrates the position and cam shape of the rod member 22. Figures 18(a) to (d) are diagrams of the states corresponding to Figures 17(a) to (d), respectively. In this embodiment, as described in the third embodiment, the description is based on an example in which a convex cam shape is formed on the rotating member 25 and a concave cam shape is formed on the sliding member 26.

[0064] In this embodiment, as shown in Figure 17(a), a rotational force F is applied in the static load avoidance position, causing the rod member 22 to rotate counterclockwise. Figure 18(a) is a schematic diagram of the position of the rod member 22 and the cam shape at the static load avoidance position shown in Figure 17(a). In Figure 18, only the convex cam shape portion of the rotating member 25 is shown for illustrative purposes. In Figure 18(a), the rotating member 25 is located in the middle of the cam slope of the sliding member 26. The rotating member 25 is subjected to a force in the direction of being pressed against the sliding member 26 by the elastic member 27 (not shown in Figure 18), so the rotating member 25 is subjected to a force in the direction of going down the cam slope due to the component force of the cam slope. In other words, as shown in Figure 17(a), the rod member 22 rotates counterclockwise. Figure 17(b) shows the position after rotation down the cam slope, and Figure 18(b) shows the state of the cam at that time. In this position, the rod member 22 continues to rotate counterclockwise due to the rotational force G caused by gravity, and moves to the ejection position as shown in Figure 17(c). In the ejection position, as shown in Figure 18(c), the rotating member 25 contacts the cam of the sliding member 26, and this state is maintained. In this way, even if the user moves the rod member 22 from the ejection position to the static load avoidance position due to an error, the rod member 22 will not be held in the static load avoidance position once the user releases their hand, and will automatically move to the ejection position. Therefore, it is possible to avoid the ejected recording medium colliding with the rod member 22 and causing a jam. When the user has finished using the printer 10, they move the rod member 22 to the storage position as shown in Figures 17(d) and 18(d), as described in the first or third embodiment, and end use.

[0065] As described above, according to this embodiment, since the rod member 22 is not held in the static load avoidance position, it is possible to prevent the recording medium S from being discharged with the discharge port 13 blocked. Furthermore, as described in the fifth embodiment, even when a static load avoidance position is provided in which the rod member 22 is inserted under the desk 11, the same mechanism can be used to prevent the rod member 22 from being held in the static load avoidance position.

[0066] <<Sixth Embodiment>> In the second embodiment, an example was described in which the mounting portion 23 and the insertion opening 14 are fixed using a leaf spring. In this embodiment, an example of fixing the mounting portion 23 and the insertion opening 14 with a configuration different from that of the second embodiment will be described. The basic configuration is the same as that of the first embodiment, and the following description will focus on the differences from the first embodiment. It should also be noted that a configuration combined with the forms described in the third to fifth embodiments may be used.

[0067] Figure 19 is a diagram illustrating the mounting portion 23 of this embodiment. Figure 20 is a diagram illustrating how to attach the mounting portion 23 to the insertion opening 14. The following explanation will use Figures 19 and 20.

[0068] Figure 19(a) is a perspective view of the mounting portion 23 of this embodiment. The mounting portion 23 is provided with a hook portion 52 on the side surface near the tip of the insertion member 24. The mounting portion 23 is also provided with a button portion 51 on the side surface opposite to the surface on which the hook portion 52 is provided, in the front portion of the insertion member 24. Figure 19(b) is a top view of the mounting portion 23. Figure 19(c) is a top view showing the internal structure of the mounting portion 23.

[0069] As shown in Figure 19(c), the button portion 51 and the hook portion 52 are part of an integrated lever member 53. The lever member 53 is subjected to a force by the spring member 54 in a clockwise direction around the rotation center 55, and as a result, the hook portion 52 is exposed from the side of the mounting portion 23. By pressing the button portion 51 against the load of the spring member 54, the hook portion 52 rotates counterclockwise around the rotation center 55 and retracts into the interior of the mounting portion 23.

[0070] An example of attaching the mounting part 23 to the insertion opening 14 will be explained using Figure 20. Since a slope is formed near the entrance of the insertion opening 14, and the tip of the hook part 52 has a sloped shape 52a, the mounting part 23 can be easily inserted into the insertion opening 14 as shown in Figure 20(a). As shown in Figure 20(b), when the mounting part 23 hits the back of the insertion opening, the hook part 52 engages with the engaging part 56 that engages with the hook part 52. This prevents the mounting part 23 from coming off at an unintended time. Also, as shown in Figure 20(c), by pressing the button part 51 against the spring member 54, the hook part 52 separates from the engaging part 56, so the mounting part 23 can be easily removed.

[0071] As described above, according to this embodiment, the mounting part 23 can be easily attached to the printer 10 or removed from the printer 10.

[0072] <<Seventh Embodiment>> The seventh embodiment describes a configuration that suppresses damage to the mounting portion 23. The basic configuration is the same as in the first embodiment, so the differences will be the main focus of the explanation. It may also be combined with the configurations described in the second to sixth embodiments as appropriate.

[0073] Figure 21 is a diagram illustrating the mounting portion 23 of this embodiment. The mounting portion 23 of this embodiment is configured to suppress damage to the mounting portion 23 when a load is applied to the mounting portion 23 in the direction of gravity. Figure 21(a) is a perspective view of the mounting portion 23. As shown in Figure 21(a), in this embodiment, an elastic member 57 is provided on the lower surface of the mounting portion 23. Figure 21(b) is a side view when the mounting portion 23 is attached to the printer 10. As shown in Figure 21(b), the tip of the mounting portion 23 is inserted into the printer 10, but the base is exposed to the printer 10. If a load N is applied in the direction of gravity in this state, the mounting portion 23 may be damaged. In this embodiment, the elastic member 57 provided on the lower surface of the mounting portion 23 contacts the desk 11. In this way, the elastic member 57 supports the mounting portion 23, so damage to the mounting portion 23 can be suppressed. Also, since the elastic member 57 is an elastic material, scratches on the desk 11 can be reduced.

[0074] As described above, this embodiment makes it possible to suppress damage to the mounting portion 23. It also makes it possible to suppress scratches on the desk 11.

[0075] <<Eighth Embodiment>> This embodiment describes another form of the second mounting section for attaching the storage cloth 21 to the printer 10. The basic configuration is the same as the example described in the first embodiment, and the differences will be explained in detail. It is also possible to combine this embodiment with the embodiments described in the second to seventh embodiments as appropriate.

[0076] Figure 22 illustrates the hooking member 61 and the storage cloth 21 of this embodiment. Figure 23 illustrates an example of hooking the hooking member 61 onto the printer 10. Figure 24 is a side view of the hooking member 61 hooked onto the printer 10. The following explanation will use Figures 22 to 24.

[0077] This embodiment describes a configuration that prevents a gap from forming between the storage cloth 21 and the printer 10 when the storage cloth 21 becomes sagging. This prevents jams from occurring in the gap that forms between the storage cloth 21 and the printer 10.

[0078] In this embodiment, a highly rigid sheet metal is passed through the storage cloth 21 to prevent any gaps from forming between the storage cloth 21 and the printer 10. As shown in Figure 22, the ends of the storage cloth 21 are folded back to create a bag shape 66 the width of the storage cloth 21, and a seam 65 is formed by sewing the storage cloth 21 from one end to the other with thread. This bag shape 66 becomes a holding part that holds the hook member 61, which is the second attachment part. The hook member 61 is made of highly rigid sheet metal, and the hook portion 62 is made by bending the sheet metal. Increasing the thickness of the sheet metal increases rigidity but also increases cost, so in this embodiment, a thin sheet metal of about 1.2 mm thickness is used, and a hem bend 63 is also processed to increase the rigidity of the sheet metal. Note that the hook member 61 can be made of any highly rigid material and is not limited to sheet metal. In addition, the bag shape 66 is provided with two notches 64 so that the hook portion 62 can protrude from the bag shape 66 when the hook member 61 is held in the bag shape 66. By passing the hooking member 61 through the side of the bag shape 66 of the storage cloth 21, the hooking member 61 is held in place by the storage cloth 21.

[0079] Using Figure 23, the method for attaching the storage cloth 21, which has a hooking member 61 held in a bag shape 66, to the printer 10 will be explained. As shown in Figure 23, the hooking member 61 is held inside the bag shape 66 by passing through the side of the bag shape 66, and the hooking part 62 protrudes from the notch 64. The printer 10 is also provided with two printer-side hooking parts 60 for hooking the hooking part 62. The size of the opening of the printer-side hooking part 60 is formed so that the hooking part 62 can pass through and be hooked. The hooking part 62 is hooked to the printer-side hooking part 60 at both locations. In this way, the storage cloth 21 is attached to the printer 10.

[0080] Next, using Figure 24, we will explain the position of the printer-side hooking part 60 and its effect in preventing paper jams during ejection. Figure 24(a) is a side view showing the state in which the hooking part 62 is hooked onto the printer-side hooking part 60. Figure 24(b) is a side view showing the state when the recording medium S is ejected. In these figures, the rod member 22 and the mounting part 23 are not shown.

[0081] As shown in Figure 24(a), the printer-side hook portion 60 is located below the output port 13 and above the gap between the desk 11 and the bottom surface of the printer 10. As a result, the gap between the desk 11 and the printer 10 is covered by the storage cloth 21. As a result, as shown in Figure 24(b), when the recording medium S is discharged from the output port 13, the tip of the recording medium S does not enter the gap, allowing it to be discharged. Therefore, according to this embodiment, the occurrence of paper jams caused by the recording medium S entering the gap can be suppressed. Furthermore, the printer-side hook portion 60 is located below the output port 13 and has a recessed opening on the printer body side. Therefore, as in the example described in the first embodiment, the occurrence of paper jams can be suppressed.

[0082] <<Ninth Embodiment>> In the third embodiment and subsequent embodiments, a cam shape was provided on the rotating member 25 and the sliding member 26, and a configuration was described in which the rod member 22 can be held in two positions: a storage position and a discharge position. In the ninth embodiment, another form using such a cam shape will be described. The basic configuration is the same as the example described in the third embodiment, and the differences will be explained in detail. It should be noted that this can also be a combination of the configurations of the second embodiment and the fourth to eighth embodiments.

[0083] Figure 25 illustrates the cam shape of this embodiment. In this embodiment, the cam is configured to make two-point contact. When the rotating member 25 has one cam shape, when it receives lateral pressure from the sliding member 26, a force is generated that causes it to tilt around the pivot point of the rotation center. If the rod member 22, which is integrated with the rotating member 25, is operated in this state, the pressing force is concentrated at one point, which may generate abnormal noise. In the ninth embodiment, a second cam shape is placed at a position 180 degrees inverted and on a circumference of a different diameter to achieve a two-point contact configuration. This suppresses the force that causes it to tilt around the pivot point of the rotation center, thus suppressing the generation of abnormal noise. The reason for placing the cam shapes on circumferences of different diameters is, as mentioned above, to prevent damage due to static pressure that may occur due to user operation, the rod member 22 is configured to be able to rotate more than 180 degrees. That is, if the concave shapes of the sliding member 26 overlap on circumferences of the same diameter, the cam shapes are placed on circumferences of different diameters, as shown in Figure 25.

[0084] In this embodiment, the cam shape was increased to two locations to explain the noise reduction mechanism, but it is also possible to increase the number of cam shapes on the circumference of a circle with a different diameter. Increasing the number to three locations would further suppress the phenomenon of tilting around the center of rotation as a pivot point, thus increasing the effectiveness against noise.

[0085] As described above, according to this embodiment, it is possible to suppress the generation of abnormal noise when the user operates the rod member 22.

[0086] <<Other Embodiments>> In the embodiments described above, a sheet member made of cloth was used as an example for receiving the recording medium, but the invention is not limited to this. Any material can be used as long as the member can be attached to the rod member 22 and the printer 10 and takes on an approximately U-shape when viewed from the side due to its own weight. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0087] 10 Printers 20 Recording medium housing device 21 Storage cloth 21a Hanging string 22 Rod members 23 Mounting part

Claims

1. A recording medium storage device that stores recording media discharged from a discharge port of a recording device, a receiving member that receives the recording medium discharged from the discharge port; A holding member for holding one end of the receiving member; a first attachment portion including a rotating member that rotates the holding member, the first attachment portion being capable of attaching the rotating member to an insertion opening provided in the recording device; A recording medium storage device comprising:

2. The first attachment portion is A sliding member that slides on the rotating member; an elastic member that presses the sliding member against the rotating member; 2. The recording medium storage device according to claim 1, further comprising:

3. 3. The recording medium holding device according to claim 1, wherein the holding member is configured to be rotatable around a rotation axis of the rotating member and configured to hold the one end of the receiving member at any position.

4. 3. The recording medium storage device according to claim 1, wherein the holding member is configured to be rotatable around the rotation axis of the rotating member and configured to hold the one end of the receiving member at a predetermined position.

5. The rotating member has a first cam shape on a side surface in a rotation axis direction, the sliding member has a second cam shape corresponding to the first cam shape; 3. The recording medium holding device according to claim 2, wherein the second cam shape is formed at a plurality of positions according to a rotation phase.

6. 6. The recording medium holding device according to claim 5, wherein the plurality of positions include an ejection position when the recording medium holding device is in use and a storage position when the recording medium holding device is not in use.

7. 7. The recording medium storage device according to claim 6, wherein the plurality of positions further include a static load avoidance position where the holding member can come into contact with the recording device installed on a ground surface of the recording device.

8. 8. The recording medium holding device according to claim 7, wherein, at the static load avoidance position, the rotating member receives a force in a direction rotating the rotating member from the static load avoidance position to the ejection position.

9. the first attachment portion has an insertion member to be inserted into the insertion opening, The insert member is formed with a leaf spring, 9. The recording medium holding device according to claim 1, wherein the leaf spring is configured to bend when the insertion member is inserted into the insertion opening.

10. the first attachment portion has an insertion member to be inserted into the insertion opening, The insert member is a lever member in which a hook portion and a button portion are integrated; a spring member that presses the lever member in a direction in which the hook portion is exposed from the insertion member, The insertion opening includes an engagement portion that engages with the hook portion.

9. The recording medium storage device according to claim 1,

11. The recording medium holding device according to claim 1 , further comprising an elastic member on a lower surface of the first attachment portion.

12. The recording medium storage device described in claim 1, further comprising a second mounting portion that can be attached to the recording device at the other end of the receiving member opposite the one end, and when the first mounting portion and the second mounting portion are attached to the recording device, the receiving member is approximately U-shaped.

13. a recess is formed below the discharge port of the recording device, 13. The recording medium holding device according to claim 12, wherein the second attachment portion is configured to be attachable to the recessed portion.

14. An opening is formed below the discharge port, 13. The recording medium holding device according to claim 12, wherein the second attachment portion is configured to be attachable to the opening.

15. The receiving member has a bag shape at the other end, the bag shape having a width equal to that of the receiving member, 13. The recording medium holding device according to claim 12, wherein the second attachment portion is formed on a member contained within the bag-shaped member.

16. 13. The recording medium accommodation device according to claim 12, wherein the other end of the receiving member is disposed above a ground surface of the recording device.

17. A recording medium storage device that stores recording media discharged from a discharge port of a recording device, a receiving member that receives the recording medium discharged from the discharge port; a first attachment portion attached to an insertion port provided in the recording device; A recording medium storage device characterized in that it is equipped with a holding member that holds one end of the receiving member, and that is capable of transitioning between a state in which the angle it forms with respect to the first mounting portion is a first angle and a state in which the angle is a second angle.

18. a receiving member for receiving the recording medium discharged from an outlet of the recording device; A holding member for holding one end of the receiving member; A rotating member that rotates the holding member; A recording medium storage device in which a rotating member is attached to the recording device, The recording medium accommodation device according to claim 1, wherein the holding member is configured to be able to hold one end of the receiving member at a plurality of rotational positions.

19. a receiving member for receiving the recording medium discharged from an outlet of the recording device; A holding member for holding one end of the receiving member; a first attachment portion including a rotation member that rotates the holding member and capable of attaching the rotation member to the recording device; The recording device to which a recording medium storage device having The outlet; An insertion port for attaching the first attachment portion; A recording device comprising:

20. a receiving member for receiving the recording medium discharged from an outlet of the recording device; a first attachment portion attached to an insertion port provided in the recording device; a holding member that holds one end of the receiving member and that can transition between a state in which an angle formed with respect to the first attachment portion is a first angle and a state in which an angle is a second angle, the recording device being capable of being attached to a recording medium accommodation device, The outlet; An insertion port for attaching the first attachment portion; A recording device comprising:

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