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Data Capture
The mobile computers use an integrated imager to collect data by decoding one dimensional bar codes
(including RSS) and two dimensional bar codes (including PDF417 and DataMatrix), and capture and
download images to a host for a variety of imaging applications.
Imaging
The mobile computers with an integrated imager have the following features:
• Omnidirectional reading of a variety of bar code symbologies, including the most popular linear, postal,
PDF417 and 2-D matrix code types.
• The ability to capture and download images to a host for a variety of imaging applications.
• Advanced intuitive laser aiming for easy point-and-shoot operation.
The imager uses digital camera technology to take a digital picture of a bar code, stores the resulting image in
its memory and executes state-of-the-art software decoding algorithms to extract the data from the image.
Aiming the Imager
The mobile computer integrated imager projects a laser aiming pattern (field of view) similar to those used on
cameras. The aiming pattern is used to position the bar code or object within the field of view.
Figure 2-15 Laser Aiming Pattern (Field of View)
Operational Modes
Mobile computers with an integrated imager have three modes of operation: Decode Mode, Pick List Mode and
Image Capture Mode. All modes are activated by pulling the trigger or pressing the Scan button.
Decode Mode
This mode allows the user to decode a bar code when a single bar code in the mobile computer’s field of view.
In this mode the Imager attempts to locate and decode enabled bar codes within its field of view. The Imager
remains in this mode as long as the trigger is pulled, or until a bar code is decoded.
Pick List Mode
Pick List mode allows the user to selectively decode a bar code when more than one bar code is in the mobile
computer’s field of view. By moving the aiming crosshair over the wanted bar code the user can selectively
read only the required bar code. This feature is particularly valued for pick lists containing multiple bar codes
and manufacturing or transport labels containing more than one bar code type (either 1D or 2D).
Image Capture Mode
This mode allows the user to capture an image within the mobile computer’s field of view. The user can use the
mobile computer to capture signatures or images of items like damaged boxes.