IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner
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The IRIS IRISCan Express 2 Portable Sheetfeed Scanner is a powerful, compact and lightweight 600-dpi color scanner, that provides exceptional quality scanning for easy management of documents and photos, and includes software that will also enhance and simplify your scanning needs.
This advanced technology sheet-feed scanner features a unique USB power/data interface, which avoids the need for a battery or an external power adapter, and can scan documents from business card size to legal size documents.
The included software suite lets users instantly transmit printed page documents via e-mail, fax, or the Web. You can also scan directly to Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format and scan and edit images with the included Roxio Photo Suite 9 software.
- Portable & Lightweight
- The IRISCan 2 is a lightweight and small USB Color scanner that can easily fit into a computer bag so you can scan documents anywhere, at any time.
- Quality Color Scans
- Scan all your paper documents, your business cards and your photos at up to 600 dpi with full and vibrant color.
- Scan to PDF, Word, e-Mail or Excel
- With the included powerful OCR Software (Readiris Pro 11), you can convert all your paper text documents into editable and fully searchable text files such as PDF, Word, eMail, and others.
- Scan Business Cards
- Scan business cards using the IRISCan 2 and automatically export all the data in your contact manager using the provided Business Card recognition software (Cardiris).
- Photo Editing Suite
- Crop & rotate your scanned photos, remove red eye, and more with Roxio Photo Suite 9 Special Edition.
| Scan Quality | |
|---|---|
| Scan Sensor | CMOS CIS (Contact Image sensor) |
| Optical Resolution | 600 dpi |
| Hardware Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Interpolated Resolution | No |
| Color Depth | 24-Bit RGB output |
| Dynamic Range | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Scan Area | |
|---|---|
| Reflective Scan Area | 8.5" x 14" (216mm x 356mm) |
| Transparency Scan Area | No |
| Film Formats | Not Applicable |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Preview Speed | No Preview Function |
| Scan Speed | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Batch Scanning | No |
| Automation | OCR, Scan to PDF(4 types), Scan to Word, Excel, etc. |
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Interface | USB |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows System
Macintosh System
|
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Light Source | RGB LED |
| Front Panel Controls | Power, Scan |
| Power Requirements | Powered via USB Connection |
| Dimensions | 1.85 x 9.73 x 1.33" (47 x 247 x 33.80mm) |
| Weight | 11.7 oz (330g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 13 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
83%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Accurate color (5)
- Easy to setup (5)
- Good resolution (5)
- Easy connectivity (4)
- Excellent software (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home (3)
- Publishing (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual user (5), Frequent user (5)
- Primary use:
- Personal (6), Business (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great! Beyond Expectations
I travel often and ordered the IRISCan Express 2 to bring with me on my trips, as well as having it around for quickly scanning an occasional document at home. Incidentally, I have a...Read complete review
I travel often and ordered the IRISCan Express 2 to bring with me on my trips, as well as having it around for quickly scanning an occasional document at home. Incidentally, I have a MacBook Pro, so my experiences are based on installation and use on that platform. It may be different on a Windows machine.
My requirements were very simple - reasonable price, simple setup, small size, and reasonable speed and quality. I was very surprised when the scanner surpassed every expectation I had! It is excellent! The price is very reasonable compared to other similar scanners on the market. The accompanying carrying pouch has the traveler in mind, and the software which included ReadIRIS (an OCR application) and CardIRIS (a business card scanning application) were very easy to install and setup -- intuitive. Hooking up the scanner on the fly is very easy, especially since I have the IRIScan Button Manager running in the background on my laptop. The Button Manager allows the scanner to scan immediately when you hook it up, insert a sheet to scan, and press a button on the IRIScan.
Perhaps I am most impressed with the ReadIRIS OCR application. What simplicity and speed! I really wasn't looking for that feature when I purchased the scanner, but decided to try it when I had a flyer that needed to be scanned into .pdf format for posting on the web. I expected to have to do a lot of cleanup work as the flyer wasn't in very good condition. The ReadIRIS did an OCR, converted it to text and reconstructed the flyer as a .pdf file, complete with the graphics on the flyer. Amazing! The scan looked better than the original -- it looked professional enough to post on the web. And all of that in about 5 minutes of work!
I am very pleased! It is one of the better technology buys I have made!
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
HARDWARE / SOFTWARE NUICANSE
The base that the device sits on is not a very good, stable fit and if used makes inputting calibration paper awkward. Also when inserting documents the device tends to grab the original and ...Read complete review
The base that the device sits on is not a very good, stable fit and if used makes inputting calibration paper awkward. Also when inserting documents the device tends to grab the original and pivot it about 5 to 10 degrees. When trying to scan photos you can't use automatic setting as it does not interpret colors or B/W accurately. But then the only way around it is to use custom setting which is not simple since you have to specify size of photo or accept default which creates a huge file for small photos --- which you then have to crop in some 3rd party software.
I guess if you need to have a small, light, easily transportable scanner and you don't mind work-arounds this product will do the job. If there was a reasonable replacement I would get it. Price is way to high for what it delivers.
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Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy To Setup
- Good Resolution
Cons
- Poor Resolution
Best Uses
- Publishing
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
I use the product for business purposes. Since I am travelling for sales it is convinient for me to connect it and let IrisScan do it's job.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy Setup
- Excellent Software
- Good Resolution
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- General Document Scanning
- Photos and Graphics
- Publishing
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
Worked right out of the box. The software install was easy and required little user intervention. I use this to scan in documents for Fax. Excellant product.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Small Footprint
Cons
- Difficult Setup
- Needs software update
Best Uses
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
Was difficult to set up. If you intend to use this scanner with a "user" account in Windows, you need an immediate driver upgrade--don't bother with the driver in the box.
After the initial setup, it works just fine.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
Cons
- Difficult Setup
- Inaccurate Color
- Not good with a Mac
- Poor Software
Best Uses
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
I was going to use this product to scan my business cards since I get so many in my business but this is not the product for it. I followed all the directions and it seems more geared to work with a PC than a MAC. Images were scanned way too big and then half was in color and the other half of the image was missing. Not easily workable on a desk .
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy Setup
- Good Resolution
Cons
- Was woried about note not
Best Uses
- Expenses
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
Using the scanner to keep track of important bills as I pay them. Makes it easy to find for guarantees as well as expense reports.
So far no problems
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Connectivity
- Ergonomic
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Small business
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
The scanner works very well on documents and business cards; photos are not scanned as detailed as originals. Easy to use, compact. Not designed for large scanning jobs. I like it for my uses, effective and good value for money.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Connectivity
- Fast Connection
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Dorm Room
- Home
- Office
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
The product is currently being used to scan 1000s of old photos into a digitized library. The ease of use and speed of the scanner makes life easy. The unit does not require batteries or charging this is a big plus. The only thing that would make the scanner even better is having a USB slot or flash card that could store the images at will for future storage on a computer.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Connectivity
- Fast Connection
- Versatile
Cons
- Touchy on loading
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
Works as it was presented. Not the fastest and takes some care in feeding but gets the job done. I would buy it again or as a gift.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Connectivity
- Ergonomic
- Fast Connection
Cons
- Flimsy
- Poorly Designed
Best Uses
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
The base that the device sits on is not a very good, stable fit and if used makes inputting calibration paper awkward. Also when inserting documents the device tends to grab the original and pivot it about 5 to 10 degrees. When trying to scan photos you can't use automatic setting as it does not interpret colors or B/W accurately. But then the only way around it is to use custom setting which is not simple since you have to specify size of photo or accept default which creates a huge file for small photos --- which you then have to crop in some 3rd party software.
I guess if you need to have a small, light, easily transportable scanner and you don't mind work-arounds this product will do the job. If there was a reasonable replacement I would get it. Price is way to high for what it delivers.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy Setup
- Excellent Software
- Fantastic OCR application
- Good Bit Depth
- Good Resolution
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Photos and Graphics
- Publishing
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
I travel often and ordered the IRISCan Express 2 to bring with me on my trips, as well as having it around for quickly scanning an occasional document at home. Incidentally, I have a MacBook Pro, so my experiences are based on installation and use on that platform. It may be different on a Windows machine.
My requirements were very simple - reasonable price, simple setup, small size, and reasonable speed and quality. I was very surprised when the scanner surpassed every expectation I had! It is excellent! The price is very reasonable compared to other similar scanners on the market. The accompanying carrying pouch has the traveler in mind, and the software which included ReadIRIS (an OCR application) and CardIRIS (a business card scanning application) were very easy to install and setup -- intuitive. Hooking up the scanner on the fly is very easy, especially since I have the IRIScan Button Manager running in the background on my laptop. The Button Manager allows the scanner to scan immediately when you hook it up, insert a sheet to scan, and press a button on the IRIScan.
Perhaps I am most impressed with the ReadIRIS OCR application. What simplicity and speed! I really wasn't looking for that feature when I purchased the scanner, but decided to try it when I had a flyer that needed to be scanned into .pdf format for posting on the web. I expected to have to do a lot of cleanup work as the flyer wasn't in very good condition. The ReadIRIS did an OCR, converted it to text and reconstructed the flyer as a .pdf file, complete with the graphics on the flyer. Amazing! The scan looked better than the original -- it looked professional enough to post on the web. And all of that in about 5 minutes of work!
I am very pleased! It is one of the better technology buys I have made!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy Setup
- Excellent Software
- Good Resolution
Cons
Best Uses
- Documents
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
Great. Easy to use -- I am scanning watercolor stock which is fairly thick and it still works. It does have a little trouble sometimes with the thick stock, but that is not what the scanner is made for. It was a deal compared to the cost of other straight paper path scanners. Works great.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Good Value
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
Have it here. Does what it says. Nice product all around. Super slick design. Love it.
Pros
- Business card reading
- Desktop search
- Full OCR software
- Good Value
- Multi-function
- PC AND MAC
- Photo editing
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- OCR
- Scan anywhere you are
- Scan reciepts
- Scan to PDF
Comments about IRISCan Express 2 Portable Color Sheetfeed Scanner:
I needed a portable solution to scan different documents while travelling and stumbled across several portable sheetfed scanners. The decision to buy the IRISCan Express is easy, it does more at a fraction of the price of the others!
Easy decision for me! I also saw them at MacWorld this year and they not only have full software for PC, they also have it for Mac. How cool is that! Full OCR for Mac, full business card reading, I can't wait to get it.
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Cables & Adapters
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- Original: $5.49
- Save: $0.55
- Price: $4.94
- GBP 3.15
What's in the Box
- Scanner with Integrated USB Cable
- Cradle
- Travel Case
- Software Suite CD-ROM (Readiris Pro 11, Cardiris 3, IRIS Desktop Search, Roxio Photo Suite 9 LE)
- User Guide
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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