Facsimile machine including a power source adaptor used therein

Abstract

A portable facsimile machine used with various power sources, including an AC power source, a car battery power source and a rechargeable battery power source, has an improved operability. The portable facsimile machine comprises a main body performing a facsimile function and a power source adaptor provided separately from the main body. The power source adaptor is adapted for use with one of the various power sources. The portable facsimile machine is further provided with an attaching mechanism for detachably attaching the power source adaptor to the main body. The contact terminals of the power source adaptor automatically make contact with the contact terminals of the main body when the power source adaptor is attached to the main body by means of the attaching mechanism. Further, a portable facsimile machine comprises a main body performing a facsimile function and a scanning unit provided on the main body which can be either in a position where the scanning unit is attached to the main body or in a position where the scanning unit is separated from the main body. The portable facsimile machine is provided with attaching mechanism for detachably attaching the scanning unit to the main body.

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