Illuminated decoder
US7634104B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 18, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 6, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07D7/206
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An illuminated decoder is disclosed. The illuminated decoder is useful determining genuine items from counterfeit items by decoding encoded images printed on genuine items to reveal an authentication image in low light situations. The illuminated decoder includes a housing, a lens configured for optically decoding encoded images, and at least one light source attached to the housing.
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