Ambir nScan 690gt-AS High-Speed Vertical Card Scanner
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Product Overview
The Ambir nScan 690gt-AS is a high-speed vertical card scanner designed for Windows PCs. Its ultra-compact footprint makes it ideal for crowded workspaces. It features front-facing eject mode and auto-feed for hassle-free scanning. The included TWAIN driver ensures broad compatibility with various software applications. This duplex scanner quickly scans both sides of cards in a single pass, saving time. The AmbirScan capture software allows saving scans as PDFs, TIFs, or JPGs to local computers or cloud services like Box, DropBox, EverNote, Microsoft OneDrive, and Google Drive. It supports scanning of ID, insurance, and vaccine cards.
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Automatically detects the size of the document being scanned. No need to manually set the size each time you scan documents of different sizes. Useful for quickly scanning mixed-size documents like receipts and business cards.
This scanner does not automatically detect document size. Users need to ensure the card is properly aligned for optimal scanning. This can be a minor inconvenience, especially when scanning various card sizes. Manual adjustment is needed for each scan to ensure proper cropping.
Simultaneously scans both sides of a document in a single pass. Efficiently digitizes double-sided documents such as contracts and reports. Significantly reduces scanning time.
The Ambir nScan 690gt-AS supports double-sided scanning, allowing it to capture both sides of a card in a single pass. This significantly reduces scanning time and effort, making it efficient for scanning IDs and insurance cards. This feature is particularly useful in environments where quick processing is essential.
Automatically determines whether to scan a document in color or monochrome based on its content. No need to manually switch settings for documents containing both color and black-and-white elements. Streamlines the scanning process.
The scanner does not automatically switch between color and monochrome modes. Users need to manually select the appropriate mode based on the document content. This can be a limitation for users who frequently scan both color and black-and-white documents, requiring extra steps for each scan.
Enhances the clarity of text in scanned images, making it easier to read. Improves the legibility of documents with faint or unclear text. Beneficial for archiving old or low-quality documents.
This scanner does not include a text enhancement function. The clarity of scanned text depends on the original document quality and scanning resolution. Users may need to use third-party software to enhance text clarity, adding extra steps to the scanning process.
Automatically corrects skewing and distortion in scanned images. Produces clean, professional-looking scans even if the original document is slightly misaligned. Saves time by eliminating the need for manual adjustments.
The Ambir nScan 690gt-AS does not automatically correct skewing and distortion in scanned images. Users need to manually adjust the images using the AmbirScan software or other image editing tools. This can be time-consuming, especially when scanning a large number of cards.
Allows scanned documents to be directly uploaded to cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox. Enables easy access to scanned documents from anywhere. Convenient for sharing documents with others or backing them up.
While the AmbirScan software allows saving scans to cloud services like Box, Dropbox, Evernote, Microsoft OneDrive, and Google Drive, it does not offer direct uploading. Scanned images must first be saved to a local computer before being uploaded to the cloud. This adds an extra step to the process.
SHOPSTAFF Rating Score
The Ambir nScan 690gt-AS is a compact and fast card scanner suitable for patient registration and customer service environments. However, some users have reported issues with the software and its long-term reliability. It is positioned in the mid-price range for card scanners. Predicted usage period is around 1-3 years. It performs well in scanning individual cards but may struggle with large batches.
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Key Highlights
- Compact design
- Fast scanning speed
- Duplex scanning
- Broad compatibility with TWAIN driver
Considerations
- Software may be clunky and require updates
- Potential hardware reliability issues
- Regular maintenance of rollers and separation pad required
Recommended For
- Healthcare offices
- Customer service desks
- Small businesses
- Users needing quick ID and insurance card scanning
Not Recommended For
- Users needing high-volume scanning
- Users requiring advanced image processing
- Users needing large format scanning
- none in particular
Suitable For
- Patient registration
- Scanning business cards
- Digitizing ID cards
- Mobile carts in healthcare
Not Suitable For
- Archiving large document collections
- Scanning blueprints
- High-speed batch scanning
- none in particular
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q.Is this scanner suitable for scanning a large number of cards quickly?
Q.Does the scanner work well with medical ID cards and insurance cards?
Q.Is the included software easy to use and compatible with other programs?
Q.How reliable is this scanner for long-term use?
Q.Is this scanner space-efficient for a crowded desk?
Q.Can this scanner save directly to cloud services?
SHOPSTAFF Rating Ranking
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| Scanning Speed | 45 ppm | Color Depth | - bit |
| Grayscale Levels | - levels | Document Size | - |
| Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) | Yes | ADF Capacity | 100 sheets |
| Interface | USB, Wi-Fi | Power Consumption | 17 W |
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| Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) | Yes | ADF Capacity | 80 sheets |
| Interface | Ethernet, USB, Wi-Fi | Power Consumption | 4.7E+2 W |
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| Interface | USB, Wi-Fi | Power Consumption | 17 W |
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| Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) | Yes | ADF Capacity | 100 sheets |
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| Scanning Speed | 35 ppm | Color Depth | 30 bit |
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| Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) | Yes | ADF Capacity | 100 sheets |
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