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3.5 Select the Scanner Interface
Different scanner models support specific types of interface connections. Most scanners
support two different types of interfaces and you need to select the one that is best for your
scanning purposes and compatible with your PC system. The different interface types are
described below.
To see which interface options are available on your scanner:
You can identify the specific interface types available on your scanner model by viewing the
scanner’s Cable-Connector-Panel. (See the next section:
Locate the Cable-Connector Panel
).
3.5.1 Description of Interface Types
FireWire
FireWire can accommodate 400 megabits (around 50 megabytes) per second, which is more
than adequate for high volume scanning of large formats. FireWire is a plug-and-play (PnP)
specification. FireWire usage requires a FireWire Card and Port installed on the computer. A
FireWire card is supplied with the scanner.
See your Windows documentation for information on OS capability with FireWire.
USB 2.0
With USB connectivity you do not need to open the computer and install cards. USB is a plug-n-
play (PnP) specification. The USB 2.0 interface supports a data transfer speed of 480 megabits
making it one of the industry’s most effective interface options. Older computers with USB 1.1
ports will function with a USB 2.0 (scanner) device but at the USB 1.1 (slower) speeds.
See your Windows documentation for information on OS capability with USB.
NOTE:
On Windows Compatibility
- Your scanner and drivers are tested and developed to
support the most current active Microsoft Windows version OS systems. Drivers and interface
support in regard to specific Windows versions will follow the Microsoft Support Lifecycle Policy.
The compatibility specifications can therefore change accordingly. The most current OS
compatibility specifications and drivers will be available on your manufacturers website.
Regulatory Notice:
Your scanner product has been tested to comply with the EMC Standards
EN55022 and FCC, Part 15. To maintain compliance, only use the interface cables supplied
with the scanner.
3.5.2 Locate the Cable-Connector-Panel
The interface cable connectors are grouped in a Cable-Connector-Panel. Different scanner
models support different options for interfacing. You can identify the interface types available to
you by viewing the scanner’s cable-connector-panel. You can find your scanner’s cable-
connector-panel as follows:
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