Process and device for activating a chip card

摘要

A system for activating an apparatus upon the insertion of a chip card into the apparatus by an authorized user includes a first control unit arranged on the chip card for providing an actuation signal when the chip card is initially inserted into the apparatus. A second control within the apparatus receiving the actuation signal and provides a triggering signal. A regulated voltage generator is responsive to the triggering signal and provides a regulated voltage to the first control unit.