DS487-AS Duplex A4 ID Card & Document Scanner w/AmbirScan™

DS487-AS Duplex A4 ID Card & Document Scanner w/AmbirScan™

Increase efficiency, reduce costs and streamline workflow by instantly converting printed documents into electronic files. The highly portable 17.8 oz. DS487 provides high-resolution duplex scanning with a conveniently small footprint. The high-speed USB 2.0 interface delivers convenient connectivity and eliminates the need for an external power source.

The DS487 comes with AmbirScan, Ambir’s powerful imaging software. AmbirScan features support for PDF, JPEG, GIF, BMP, and now TIFF extensions. Fixed file locations let you set a default save location for your scans. AmbirScan also has a recently enhanced user interface.

Availability: In Stock

Downloads

Drivers
DS487 Windows Vista, XP, 2000, ME, 98SE Driver
DS487 64-bit Driver
DS487 Mac OS X 10.3-10.5, PPC/Intel Driver

Installation Guides
7 Series Scanner User Guide

Summaries
DS487 Summary

Top 5 FAQs:

How can I check if my scanner drivers are installed properly or my hardware is functioning properly? answer
1. Go to Device Manger by right clicking on My Computer and then Selecting
    Device Manager.
2. Click on the Plus icon next to Imaging devices.
3. Right click on your scanner and go to Properties. Then click the Driver tab and
    click on Driver Details. If there are no imaging devices confirm that it is not
    located Unknown devices or Other devices. If the scanner is located in Unknown
    devices or Other devices or has a yellow exclamation point next to the scanner
    under Imaging devices please contact Ambir technical support at 630.530.5400
    option 3.
4. There should be multiple drivers listed in this inventory, if there is only one
    please contact Ambir technical support at 630 530 5400 option 3.
How do I recalibrate my scanner? answer
Occasionally, it may become necessary to re-calibrate your scanner. To do this, open your primary scanning application and initiate a scan. This will open the scanner’s TWAIN interface window. Depending on your model scanner, there may be a tab at the top of this window called CUSTOM SETTINGS. Click on this tab and you will see a button near the bottom of the window labeled CALIBRATE. Click on the CALIBRATE button and follow the screen prompts to recalibrate your scanner.

You can also use these same instructions to clean your scanner.
Do your scanners support TWAIN? answer
Ambir Technology scanners fully support the latest version of the TWAIN specification. Any application written to conform to the TWAIN specification is compatible with our scanners.
What other programs will work with my scanner? answer
All Ambir Technology scanners are TWAIN compliant. This means that any application program designed to work with TWAIN will work with your scanner.

Along with most commercially available scanning applications, our scanners are also compatible with many specialized applications within the healthcare and banking industries and more. Most of these programs are TWAIN compliant and are 100% compatible with our scanners. Please contact our sales department if you have any questions about a specific industry application.
What do I do if my scanner is not working properly? answer
First, read and see if there are any FAQs that relate to the problem you are having. If not, please feel free to call Ambir Tech Support at 630.530.5400 option 3.

Requirements:

• Windows 2000/XP/Vista 32/64 Windows 7

• Pentium III processor or higher

• 64 MB or more of RAM (128 MB recommended for Windows XP
users)

• 120 MB free disk space

• CD-ROM drive

• Available USB port

Features:

Ultra compact footprint – Takes up far less space than comparable flat bed and ADF scanners; perfect for both portable and desktop users

USB power and convenience – No external power adapter required and "warm-up" wait time to scan

Professional grade quality – Durable and reliable for high volume environments such as hospitals, banks, and points of sale

Scan directly to PDF – Included software conveniently delivers industry standard PDF output

High-resolution scanning – Scan any size document at 600dpi for sharp, clear results

Cost-effective duplex scanning – Delivers one-pass scanning of items ranging from ID cards to legal-size documents at a fraction of the cost of large footprint ADF scanners

Broad compatibility and customization – Included TWAIN driver is compatible with thousands of software applications. It also lets you create and save up to 4 custom scan settings and features end of page detection.

1-year limited warranty– Extended warranties available

Specifications:

• 48-bit internal color, outputs 24-bit true color, 8-bit grayscale & 1-bit B&W

• Scan Speed – 7 seconds per single-sided page in B&W mode at 200dpi, 10 seconds per page duplex mode*

• Scan Area – maximum 8.5” x 14” (216mm x 355mm)

• Media Thickness – up to 1mm**

• Interface – USB 2.0 hardware compatible with USB 1.1 (USB 1.1 speed performance)

• Optical Resolution – up to 600dpi

• TWAIN compliant

• Dimensions (LxWxH) – 11.8” x 2.00” x 1.8” (299mm x 51mm x 46mm)

• Weight – 17.8oz (505g)

• Image Sensor – dual linear color contact image sensor (CMOS CIS)

• Paper Sensor – mechanical

• Cable Length – 6’ (1.8m) detachable USB

• Safety Standards – FCC Class B, CE

• Environmental Requirement – RoHS, WEEE

*Scan speed will vary based on alternate settings and type of material being scanned

**Typical driver’s license thickness is 0.82mm, insurance cards 0.65mm and credit cards 1.18mm>

Bundled software application(s) and/or version numbers of software applications are subject to change without notice