Hand-held data collector with detachable scanner
US8960552B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 1, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 24, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06K7/1091
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is data collection apparatus for hand use. The apparatus comprises a body and a bar code scanner. The body has: a central portion adapted to be and gripped in the manner of a joystick; a switch positioned on the central portion and positioned in the manner of a pistol trigger, for finger actuation; a first data entry portion to which the central portion extends, the first data entry portion having at least a 10-digit numeric keypad, each key of said keypad being adapted for and actuable in use by the thumb of said hand; and a second data entry portion from which the central portion extends. The scanner is: adapted for actuation by said switch; has a configuration in which the bar code scanner defines a protuberance extending from the first data entry portion; and is detachable from the body for use in tight spaces.
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