Symbology reader with multicore processor and systems and methods for operating it

Abstract

This invention provides an image processing system camera and associated operating methods comprising a multicore processor, a high-speed, high-resolution imager, a field-of-view expander (FOVE), an autofocus lens, and a preprocessor connected to the imager for preprocessing the image data. This preprocessor provides the acquisition and processing speed as well as the image resolution that are particularly desirable in a variety of applications. This arrangement effectively scans objects that require a wide field of view, vary in size, and move relatively quickly with respect to the system's field of view. This image processing system incorporates a physical package with a variety of physical interrelationships to support various options and control functions.The package effectively dissipates internally generated heat by arranging components to optimize heat transfer to the environment and incorporating heat-dissipating structures (e.g., fins) to facilitate such transfer. The system also enables a variety of multicore processes to optimize both image processing and system operation, as well as to balance the workload (i.e., autocontrol tasks).