摘要 |
<p>A vending machine (40) with a modified security arrangement is disclosed. The vending machine (40) has a mechanical lock operated by an attendant and an electronic lock that is unlocked in response to a signal received from a remote monitoring station (45) with which the vending machine communicates. The attendant identifies themselves to the remote monitoring station by a wireless communication either directly or through the vending machine. The remote station verifies the attendant and sends a signal to the vending machine to unlock the electronic lock.</p> |