Self-service payment machine that issues different tokens for same service

摘要

The payment machine is housed in a metal cabinet (12) with a slot (13) to insert coins or payment card. A key-pad is provided on the front of the cabinet to allow the user to select single or multiple services. The machine delivers a token to the user. The token controls activation of the principal service selected. If the user chooses ancillary services the token for those services is issued only after the token has been issued for the principal service. The payment can be taken as a single amount or in stages with lower prices for ancillary services if the principal service has been selected.