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Bar code reader including linear sensor array and hybrid camera and bar code reader

  • US 7,040,538 B2
  • Filed: 07/08/2002
  • Issued: 05/09/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/26/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A solid-state imaging array for electro-optically reading a one-dimensional symbol and for imaging a target, comprising:

  • a) a two-dimensional subarray of first pixels extending along mutually orthogonal directions, for detecting light from a target and generating electrical signals indicative of a two-dimensional image of the target, each first pixel having a first aspect ratio;

    b) a linear subarray of second pixels extending along one of said directions, for detecting light from a one-dimensional symbol and generating electrical signals indicative of the one-dimensional symbol, each second pixel having a second aspect ratio greater than said first aspect ratio; and

    c) a single semiconductor chip on which both subarrays are provided.

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