Assignee: Datalogic Scanning, Inc.

Location: Eugene, OR
No. of patents: 35

Number	Title	Issue Date
8118226	High-resolution optical code imaging using a color imager An optical code or other data reading device includes a color image sensor array positioned to sense light reflected from an object, and to produce image data. In one configuration, the color image sensor array has multiple sets (e.g., first and second sets) of sens...	02/21/2012
8091788	Methods and systems for optical code reading using virtual scan lines Methods and systems are disclosed for processing of 2-D images of optical code symbols having information bearing characteristics in predominantly a single dimension (such as a linear barcode). In a preferred system, pixel summing or averaging is used to generate vi...	01/10/2012
RE43089	Imaging system with a lens having increased light collection efficiency and a deblurring equalizer In one form, an imaging system comprises an imager that forms an image of an object in a field of view, a rotationally symmetric lens assembly disposed between the imager and the object, and an equalizer. The rotationally symmetric lens assembly provides increased c...	01/10/2012
8011579	Combined data reader and electronic article surveillance (EAS) system An integrated data reader and electronic article surveillance (EAS) system, and methods of operation. In one configuration, a data reader such as a bar code scanner is equipped with an EAS deactivation module disposed behind the scanner surface preferably downstream...	09/06/2011
8006904	Operation monitoring and enhanced host communications in systems employing electronic article surveillance and RFID tags A system and method for monitoring operation and performance of electronic tags such as article surveillance (EAS) tags or radio frequency identification (RFID) tags such as by monitoring and reporting electronic tag readability and operator/system performance level...	08/30/2011
D642178	Weigh platter or cover for a data reader	07/26/2011
7883012	Integrated data reader and bottom-of-basket item detector Embodiments of methods, systems, and apparatus for integrating a bottom-of-basket (BOB) item detector with a data reader. In some embodiments, the BOB item detector may be integrated with a barcode scanner of a point-of-sale (POS) terminal without need for modificat...	02/08/2011
D631478	Weigh platter or cover for a data reader	01/25/2011
7821400	System and method for verifying number of wireless tagged items in a transaction A system and method for reading multiple items bearing electronic tags, such as radio frequency identification (RFID) tags, disposed in a read zone wherein a correlation scheme/system, separate (e.g. non-RF) from the electronic reader, is provided for verifying that...	10/26/2010
7780087	Multiple plane scanning system for data reading applications An optical system and method for data reading. In one system, a scanner includes a laser diode and a beam splitter for generating first optical beam and a second optical beam, the first optical beam being directed toward one side of a scanning optical element such a...	08/24/2010
7743994	Continuous virtual scan line pattern generation Disclosed are embodiments of methods, systems, and apparatus for generating a continuous virtual scan line pattern from a raster line input. In certain preferred embodiments, a continuous, omni-directional virtual scan line pattern may be generated from a continuous...	06/29/2010
7721966	System and method of optical reading employing virtual scan lines Optical reading system and methods having multiple modes of operation, for example: omnidirectional and single-code picking; fixed and handheld reading; 1D and 2D code reading. In one configuration, an image-based system obtains input data via an area sensor (e.g., ...	05/25/2010
7626769	Extended depth of field imaging system using chromatic aberration An imaging system (FIG. 3) is disclosed that has a wavelength dependent focal shift caused by longitudinal chromatic aberration in a lens assembly (203) that provides extended depth of field imaging due to focal shift (213,214) and increased res...	12/01/2009
7619527	Integrated data reader and electronic article surveillance (EAS) system An integrated data reader and electronic article surveillance (EAS) system, and methods of operation. Several configurations are also disclosed for alternate deactivation coil designs and mounting schemes. ...	11/17/2009
7562817	System and method for training and monitoring data reader operators A scanner or other data reader is equipped with means for determining characteristics of an operator's scanning technique. In a preferred configuration, the scanner is integrated with a weigh scale for obtaining a dynamic weight of an item as the item is moved acros...	07/21/2009
7527207	Triggering illumination for a data reader Methods are disclosed for triggering a source of visible light in connection with a data reader in response to a sensed proximity of an item. In one configuration, a data reader includes a imaging reader, such as a CMOS imager, that is sensitive to both infrared ill...	05/05/2009
7527203	Multi-format bar code reader Methods and apparatus are disclosed for selectively reading a barcode, symbol, or other indicia by either scanning the barcode with a flying-spot scanner, or by imaging the barcode, thereby improving reading performance by tailoring the reading method to the particu...	05/05/2009
7527198	Operation monitoring and enhanced host communications in systems employing electronic article surveillance and RFID tags A system and method for monitoring operation and performance of electronic tags such as article surveillance (EAS) tags or radio frequency identification (RFID) tags such as by monitoring and reporting electronic tag readability and operator/system performance level...	05/05/2009
7506816	System and method for determining a threshold for edge detection based on an undifferentiated equalized scan line signal Methods and systems better detect edges in a binary optical code, such as a bar code. One method constructs a threshold signal to be used for comparison with an equalized undifferentiated scan line signal imperfectly representing a binary optical code. The method co...	03/24/2009
7499090	Rolling-reset imager with optical filter An imaging system comprises a rolling-reset imager that forms an electronic image of an object, a light source illuminating the object with pulsed light, and a bandpass optical filter disposed between the object and the rolling-reset imager. The pulsed light has an ...	03/03/2009
7495564	Systems and methods for data reading and EAS tag sensing and deactivating at retail checkout Methods of operation of a data reader and security tag deactivation system whereby a data reader such as a barcode scanner is equipped with EAS deactivation coils or modules disposed in the vicinity of the read volume or generally proximate thereto and the system is...	02/24/2009
7490770	System and method of optical reading with enhanced depth of field collection Optical systems and methods of data reading with collection systems having improved depth of field. One configuration is directed to an image-based optical reading system with a plurality of sensor arrays, such as a charge coupled device (CCD) arranged in a compact ...	02/17/2009
7461790	Data reader and methods for imaging targets exposed to high intensity illumination A data reader such as for example an imaging reader with a CCD or CMOS imager or the like, that acquires an image of an item to be read. A certain type of sensor has been found to exhibit different outputs depending upon the light intensity level: (1) standard outpu...	12/09/2008
7407096	System and method for training and monitoring data reader operators A scanner or other data reader is equipped with means for determining characteristics of an operator's scanning technique. In a preferred configuration, the scanner is integrated with a weigh scale for obtaining a dynamic weight of an item as the item is moved acros...	08/05/2008
7398927	Data reader and methods for imaging targets subject to specular reflection A data reader such as for example an imaging reader with a CCD or CMOS imager or the like, having multiple images of a target item illuminated or acquired from different directions in which the image signals are combined into a complete image of the item or selected...	07/15/2008
7394358	Method and system for inventory monitoring A system and method for providing operational feedback of systems using electronic tags such as radio frequency identification (RFID) tags for inventory monitoring, including reference tags, that provide feedback to check if all inventory items have been identified....	07/01/2008
7383994	Methods and systems for forming images of moving optical codes Methods and systems form a decodable composite image of an optical code that experiences motion. A method according to one embodiment forms a first image of at least a first portion of the optical code at a first time and a second image of at least a second portion ...	06/10/2008
7374092	Combined data reader and electronic article surveillance (EAS) system An integrated data reader and electronic article surveillance (EAS) system, and methods of operation. In one configuration, a data reader such as a bar code scanner is equipped with an EAS deactivation module disposed behind the scanner surface preferably downstream...	05/20/2008
RE40071	Multiple plane weigh platter for multiple plane scanning systems A multi-plane scanner having a dual plane scanner with a horizontal window and a vertical window and a load cell/weigh platter weighing apparatus such that the weigh platter itself is a dual plane object with vertical and horizontal sections. The size and orientatio...	02/19/2008
7299975	Add-on capture rate in a barcode scanning system A scanner system and method for improving capture rate of reading labels with add-ons without sacrificing throughput with respect to non-add-on labels, the scanner including a mode in which the scanner in conjunction with the host (point-of-sale terminal) “learns�...	11/27/2007
7273179	Portable data reading device with integrated web server for configuration and data extraction A portable data reading device, such as a barcode scanner or RFID reader, includes a Web server and a first server-side application to modify one or more settings of the portable data reading device. The settings may include, for example, symbology settings, device ...	09/25/2007
7255278	Dense pattern optical scanner A method of and a system for generating a dense pattern of scan lines. In a preferred configuration, a laser beam is directed into an inline beam dithering mechanism which dithers the beam over an angle parallel to the axis of rotation of the rotating facet wheel. T...	08/14/2007
7246747	Multi-format bar code reader Methods and apparatus are disclosed for selectively reading a barcode, symbol, or other indicia by either scanning the barcode with a flying-spot scanner, or by imaging the barcode, thereby improving reading performance by tailoring the reading method to the particu...	07/24/2007
7234641	Illumination pulsing method for a data reader Row signals or other typically regular signals generated by an imager during each frame period of the imager are counted to determine when to emit pulses of illumination. Methods in accordance with the preferred embodiments may facilitate synchronization of at least...	06/26/2007
7224540	Extended depth of field imaging system using chromatic aberration An imaging system (FIG. 3) is disclosed that has a wavelength dependent focal shift caused by longitudinal chromatic aberration in a lens assembly (203) that provides extended depth of field imaging due to focal shift (213,214) and increased res...	05/29/2007

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Assignee: Datalogic Scanning, Inc.