An electronic key capable of reinitializing or resetting a security disabled electronic article surveillance (EAS) device is provided. The electronic key can be a secure, portable, and battery powered for initializing a secured EAS system's security protocol to factory default state, or to another preselected state. The key has its own set of security protocols to prevent unauthorized use and can easily be reprogrammed for a wide variety of other functions including, but not limited to, firmware upgrading, diagnostic testing, and the like. The key can be connected to the programming port of an EAS device and perform a preset reprogramming operation, resetting activated security features. The key could be purchased for customer use, and would be secured by preselecting the total number of uses, such as one use. The one-time use would begin once the key is activated. Activation of the key is also uniquely controlled to prevent its misuse.
Portable Handheld Electronic Article Surveillance And Scanner Device
Steven V. Leone - Lake Worth FL, US Larry Canipe - Boca Raton FL, US Timothy J. Relihan - Boca Raton FL, US Rich Labit - Wellington FL, US Ron Easter - Parkland FL, US Armando Varela - Boca Raton FL, US
A handheld combined electronic article surveillance (EAS) and barcode scanner device. The device may be configured for wireless communication with a point of sale network so that is entirely portable within a protected area. The device may include a capacitor disposed in handle at a proximal end of the device and an antenna may be disposed at a distal end of the device. A base station may be provided for receiving the device.
System And Method For Managing Assets Using A Portable Combined Electronic Article Surveillance System And Barcode Scanner
A system and method of managing assets using a combined electronic article surveillance (EAS) and barcode scanning device. The combined EAS/Scanner is portable and wirelessly connected to a network for facilitating a number of asset management functions, including personal shopping, pre-checkout, data mining, and inventory tracking.
System And Method For Optimizing Range Of An Electronic Article Surveillance System
An electronic article surveillance (EAS) system including: an EAS device and an EAS range finder system for providing indication as to when the EAS device is within an operational distance from the EAS tag. The system may include a barcode scanner for providing an output having a distinct visible pattern when the operational distance is achieved. An energy source may be provided, and the EAS system may determine when the operational distance is achieved by detection of energy reflected from an article carrying the EAS tag.
The present invention provide a motion detection circuit for a handheld item detection system, where the motion detection circuit includes an accelerometer outputting at least one signal corresponding to a measured acceleration. A differentiator differentiates the measured acceleration. A motion detection device evaluates a discriminated version of the acceleration and a discriminated version of the acceleration to determine whether the handheld item detection system is in motion. The present invention extends battery life and allows a handheld system to quickly enter an active operational mode without any user intervention other than handling (moving) the system.
Handheld Combination Bar Code And Rfid Reader With Integrated Electronics And Antenna
Richard L. Copeland - Lake Worth FL, US Steven V. Leone - Lake Worth FL, US Larry K. Canipe - Boca Raton FL, US
Assignee:
Sensormatic Electronics, LLC. - Boca Raton FL
International Classification:
G06K 7/10 G06K 7/00 G06K 9/22
US Classification:
23547201, 235435, 23546245
Abstract:
A handheld barcode/RFID reader includes a printed circuit board having a first side and a second side opposite the first side. The first side includes at least a portion of barcode/RFID electronic circuitry affixed thereto. The second side contains a ground plane for the electronic circuitry. The handheld barcode/RFID reader further includes a patch antenna, electrically coupled to the circuitry, and mounted on the second side of the printed circuit board such that the ground plane of the printed circuit board also provides a ground for the patch antenna.
Combination Electronic Article Surveillance/Radio Frequency Identification Antenna And Method
Steven V. Leone - Lake Worth FL, US Larry K. Canipe - Boca Raton FL, US
Assignee:
Sensormatic Electronics, LLC - Boca Raton FL
International Classification:
G08B 13/14
US Classification:
3405727, 3405721, 3405681
Abstract:
A combination EAS/RFID antenna for use in an EAS/RFID surveillance system. The antenna includes an EAS antenna element and an RFID antenna element. The EAS antenna element includes an EAS loop antenna defining an interior portion. The RFID antenna element includes an RFID patch antenna having a hatched conductor pattern. The RFID antenna element is situated proximate the EAS loop antenna in such a fashion that the overall size of the antenna is reduced.