| 摘要 |
A novel system for art sheets storage, display and retrieval in a retail store. It includes a motor-powered, computer-controlled display unit for displaying art sheets for store shoppers on request. Located above the display unit is a small pictures panel displaying duplicated pictures, but at reduced sizes, of all art sheets stored in a storage case of the system. A shopper can walk down the store aisle to view these small pictures. Once a small picture of interest is spotted, the shopper can press a button in a keypad to request a "Single Picture Show" in which the requested art sheet is displayed by the display unit. A "Group Picture Show" can also be requested to display all or a group of art sheets, one at a time, each being displayed for a pre-determined duration. A computer program is disclosed for operating this display unit. A novel motor-powered moving loop belt display stand is also disclosed. Art sheets to be displayed are mounted spaced apart on the belt, at right angle with respect to the belt surface. Small picture panels and art sheet slips are also provided to complement this display stand. A novel business method will enable a customer to pick up an art frame slip and several art sheet slips for the actual products to be purchased. After checkout, a customer-selected assembled frame will be retrieved, assembled, and picked up at the customer service department.
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