US Patent 7193752 Automatic feeding apparatus

An automatic feeding apparatus for print media. The automatic feeding apparatus includes a base plate, a protective layer and a conveying mechanism. The base plate has a first portion and a second portion. The protective layer is disposed on the second portion to support and protect the print media. The protective layer has a predetermined thickness. The conveying mechanism is disposed on the base plate to convey the print media to the first portion of the base plate from the protective layer and has a first rolling member and a second rolling member connected thereto. The second rolling member is above the protective layer.