Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for printing a multibit per pixel image (10) from a halftone binary digital bitmap having pixels having a multibit per pixel image memory for receiving the multibit per pixel image; a lookup table (16) external to the memory disposed in a programmable gate array (18) for converting the multibit per pixel image to a base duty cycle (20) wherein the base duty cycle is disposed in the programmable gate array and is adapted for creating a modulated drive signal (22) from the base duty cycle to modulate an exposure (24) for each pixel in the multibit per pixel image; and a printer (28) adapted for using the modulated exposure to print an image, having a dpi greater than 1400, further comprising a drum (32) capable of spinning, and an encoder (34) disposed on the drum for providing a home signal (36) and a pixel rate (38).

Abstract: An apparatus for obtaining a retinal image of an eye has a control logic processor for executing a sequence of operations for obtaining the image. A visual target orients the eye of a patient when viewed. An indicator element provides a signal that indicates that the patient is in position. A cornea focus detection section indicates cornea focus, in cooperation with the control logic processor. An alignment actuator aligns the optical path according to a signal obtained from the cornea focus detection section. A retina focus detection section detects retina focus in cooperation with the control logic processor. A focusing actuator is controlled by instructions from the control logic processor according to a signal obtained from the retina focus detection section. An image capture light source is energized by the control logic processor for illuminating the retina.

Abstract: The present invention is a method of adjusting a color in a color proof (112) printed with primary colors cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. It is accomplished by: a) combining the cyan bitmap (2), magenta bitmap (4), yellow bitmap (6), and black bitmap (8) into one multi-bit image (202) and b) imaging each of the primary colorants with the multi-bit image (202).

Abstract: A method for printing multiple binary bitmaps (10) with an original density level (12a) and a color (18), wherein the color (18) is the same for all the multiple binary bitmaps (10), by combining “n” number of binary bitmaps into “p” bits of a multibit image forming a “p” bit image (20), identifying at least one overprint (24a), predicting an overprint density (26a) for each overprint, calculating a set of exposures (28) needed to image each overprint density (24a) and original density (12a), setting a maximum exposure level (30) that is a number greater than or equal to the maximum of the set of exposures (28), calculating pulse width modulation levels (30) for the set of exposures (28) using the set maximum exposure level (30), and printing the color (28) at the set maximum exposure level (30) using the pulse width modulation levels (30) for each level of the “p” bit image (20) in a single pass.

Abstract: An apparatus (220) for obtaining a scanned image of an eye has a reference locator for pupil alignment apparatus along an optical axis. A pupil profiling apparatus for obtaining an outline of the pupil has a pupil profiling light source (176), a sensor (170) for detecting reflected light, and a control logic processor (104) for computing an outline of the pupil according to detected light. An illumination apparatus (112) for directing visible illumination into the eye has a spatial light modulator (125) for shaping an illumination beam according to the detected outline, a scanning element (229), and a camera (146) for obtaining the scanned image by sensing a portion of the reflected illumination.

Abstract: The scanning device for radiographic media (28) is made of a rotatable vacuum drum (40) has an external surface (42) that, rotates about a longitudinal axis (7); the radiographic media is disposed on the external surface; a moveable scan bar (24) is mounted on two translation rods adjacent the drum; at least one scan module is mounted on the moveable scan bar; a translation drive is connected to the moveable scan bar for moving the moveable scan bar perpendicular to the longitudinal axis; an analog to digital converter (32) in communication with the scan modules receives scanned signals from the scan modules; a control process unit (34) receives scanned signals; and an output device (36) for writes the received scanned signals onto diagnostic media.

Abstract: An apparatus for obtaining a retinal image of an eye has a control logic processor (214) for executing a sequence of operations for obtaining the image. A visual target (162) orients the eye of a patient when viewed. An indicator element (410) provides a signal that indicates that the patient is in position. A cornea focus detection section (450) indicates cornea focus, in cooperation with the control logic processor (214). An alignment actuator aligns the optical path according to a signal obtained from the cornea focus detection section (450). A retina focus detection section (452) detects retina focus in cooperation with the control logic processor (214). A focusing actuator (406) is controlled by instructions from the control logic processor (214) according to a signal obtained from the retina focus detection section (452). An image capture light source is energized by the control logic processor (214) for illuminating the retina.

Abstract: A scanning module (8) and scanning system, wherein the system includes a housing (10) having a channel (12), a cylindrical center chamber (25) in communication with the channel including a mirrored surface, a first opening (14) communicating with the cylindrical chamber and a second opening (16) communicating with the cylindrical chamber, an analog to digital converter (54) adapted to receive a signal from the light detector (58a), a control processing unit adapted to receive the signal from the analog to digital converter (58b), wherein the control processing unit stores the signal (58c) and an output device (56) adapted to receive the signal from the control processing unit.

Abstract: A multi-axis scanning module (20) for direct light to and collecting light from a photo-stimulatable radiographic media (28) comprises a housing (10) having a ellipsoid chamber (25) moveable on a first axis (61) relative to a radiographic media. A laser (18) is disposed in a channel (12) to generate a laser beam (19) of stimulating electromagnetic radiation through the channel and out of a first opening (14) in the housing to stimulate an area of the radiographic media. A filter (32) for passing only emitted light (34) from the area, wherein the filter is disposed between the ellipsoid chamber and a second opening (16). A light detector (30) disposes adjacent the filter in the second opening. The multi-axis scanning module is adapted to move transitionally on the first axis while the laser is dithered on a second axis relative to the first axis to enable swath scanning of the radiographic media and production of an electronic signal.

Abstract: A high speed translation device for use with radiographic media with a scanning stage (10) adapted for movement in a first and second direction (11, 13) along a first axis (14); a second scanning module stage (12) disposed opposite the first scanning stage for movement in a third and fourth direction (15, 16) along a second axis (17); a first and a second scanning module mounted on the first and second scanning stages, respectively; a control processing unit (58) adapted to combine the scanned images from each scanning module; and a continuous drive cable (20) with a first pin (22) for sequentially moving the scanning stage from a first position (25) to a second position (27); a second pin (30) for moving the balancing stage simultaneously with the scanning stage initially in a third position (29) to the fourth position (31); wherein the first pin moves the balancing stage from the fourth position to the third position while second pin moves the scanning stage from the second position to the first position.

Abstract: A high speed counterbalanced translation device for use with radiographic media (21) with a scanning stage (10) adapted for movement in a first and second direction (11, 13) along a first axis (14); a balancing stage (12) disposed opposite the scanning stage for movement in a third and fourth direction (15, 16) along a second axis (17); a scanning module (18) mounted on the scanning stage; a counterbalance module (19) attached to the balance stage with a weight and size that complements the scanning module; and a continuous drive cable (20) with a first pin (22) for sequentially moving the scanning stage from a first to a second position (25, 27); a second pin (30) for moving the balancing stage simultaneously with the scanning stage initially in a third to the fourth position (29, 31); wherein the first pin moves the balancing stage from the fourth to the third position while second pin moves the scanning stage from the second to the first position.

Abstract: The preset invention discloses a burglar proof car audio system which can protect the car audio system against theft because a portable MP3 player is attachable and detachable thereto and the car audio system is operated only when the portable MP3 player is mounted thereto, and a control method thereof. The burglar proof car audio system capable of attaching and detaching a portable MP3 player comprises: a portable MP3 player which is supplied with a power from a vehicle and provided with a display unit for displaying a predetermined input data; and a car audio system which has the portable MP3 player integrally mounted thereto, operates by the power supplied upon mounting the portable MP3 player thereto, receives an audio signal input from the MP3 player and outputs the same through a speaker, and shares the display unit.

Abstract: An apparatus (220) for obtaining a scanned image of an eye has a reference locator for pupil alignment apparatus along an optical axis. A pupil profiling apparatus for obtaining an outline of the pupil has a pupil profiling light source (176), a sensor (170) for detecting reflected light, and a control logic processor (104) for computing an outline of the pupil according to detected light. An illumination apparatus (112) for directing visible illumination into the eye has a spatial light modulator (125) for shaping an illumination beam according to the detected outline, a scanning element (229), and a camera (146) for obtaining the scanned image by sensing a portion of the reflected illumination.

Abstract: A scanning apparatus (10) for scanning radiographic media (22) comprises a housing (11) with a scanning stage (12) mounted within the housing. A scanning head is mounted on the scanning stage and the scanning stage is adapted for translational movement along an axis (16). An opening (18) in the housing receives a cassette (20) and radiographic media has a latent image (24) disposed in the cassette. The radiographic media has a ferromagnetic end (26) and the cassette consists of a closed box shape having an upper door (28) and a lower door (30). A first magnet (32) is secured to the upper door and a second magnet (34) is secured to the lower door. The polarity of the first magnet is in the same orientation as the polarity of the second magnet. A magnetic latch (36) is mounted within the scanning apparatus to hold the radiographic media at the ferromagnetic end, and the magnetic latch is mounted so that the polarity of the magnetic latch repels the polarity of the first and second magnets.

Abstract: A scanning apparatus (10) for scanning radiographic media (22) comprises a housing (11) with a scanning stage (12) mounted within the housing. A scanning head is mounted on the scanning stage and the scanning stage is adapted for translational movement along an axis (16). An opening (18) in the housing receives a cassette (20) and radiographic media has a latent image (24) disposed in the cassette. The radiographic media has a ferromagnetic end (26) and the cassette consists of a closed box shape having an upper door (28) and a lower door (30). A first magnet (32) is secured to the upper door and a second magnet (34) is secured to the lower door. The polarity of the first magnet is in the same orientation as the polarity of the second magnet. A magnetic latch (36) is mounted within the scanning apparatus to hold the radiographic media at the ferromagnetic end, and the magnetic latch is mounted so that the polarity of the magnetic latch repels the polarity of the first and second magnets.

Abstract: A multi-axis scanning module (20) for direct light to and collecting light from a photo-stimulatable radiographic media (28) comprises a housing (10) having a ellipsoid chamber (25) moveable on a first axis (61) relative to a radiographic media. A laser (18) is disposed in a channel (12) to generate a laser beam (19) of stimulating electromagnetic radiation through the channel and out of a first opening (14) in the housing to stimulate an area of the radiographic media. A filter (32) for passing only emitted light (34) from the area, wherein the filter is disposed between the ellipsoid chamber and a second opening (16). A light detector (30) disposes adjacent the filter in the second opening. The multi-axis scanning module is adapted to move transitionally on the first axis while the laser is dithered on a second axis relative to the first axis to enable swath scanning of the radiographic media and production of an electronic signal.

Abstract: A high speed counterbalanced translation device for use with radiographic media (21) with a scanning stage (10) adapted for movement in a first and second direction (11, 13) along a first axis (14); a balancing stage (12) disposed opposite the scanning stage for movement in a third and fourth direction (15, 16) along a second axis (17); a scanning module (18) mounted on the scanning stage; a counterbalance module (19) attached to the balance stage with a weight and size that complements the scanning module; and a continuous drive cable (20) with a first pin (22) for sequentially moving the scanning stage from a first to a second position (25, 27); a second pin (30) for moving the balancing stage simultaneously with the scanning stage initially in a third to the fourth position (29, 31); wherein the first pin moves the balancing stage from the fourth to the third position while second pin moves the scanning stage from the second to the first position.