Hello, First, this may be somewhat lengthy because I want to be thorough in my explanation so as to minimize confusion. Furthermore, know this is my limited experience after using the Scan Snap software and scanner after only one day. With this said, my experience so far has been wonderful. This is not predicated on the excellent reviews I have investigated, nor is it hinged on the desire for efficiency; however, these factors are highly attractive incentives.
Upon opening the box, I was amazed at the compact size of the actual scanner. (Roughly estimated, the actual size is about 3 inches high and 9 inches long; enough to accomodate a standard length of paper). The box contains several cords and adaptors. One is a power cord that is optional, and two are a USB cables. One USB cable is used to power the scanner, while the second USB cable is necessary regardless of either power supply option because it is what the scaner uses to receive data. Once I read the manual (relevant portions only), I got started scanning. Scanning would have taken less time, but the critical piece of the puzzle, is the software. Unbeknownst to the user, upon launching the software, it appears inaccessible, but have no fear. One is able to access the menu options by pressing VO-M, and interact with the settings, but on a minimal bases. Really once the software is installed, the scanner is plugged into the computer, one can just position their paper in the feed tray, insuring the top of the paper is face down, hit the scan button on the machine, and within 7 seconds, the paper shoots out from the bottom as it is being scanned, and a image appears on the screen, which is an exact copy of the paper scanned. (This was verified through sighted assistance). This is where it took some time to figure-out the unlabled buttons because in order for the unlabled button options to appear I had to intitiate a new scan, so this took a while, but well worth the effort. After each new scan, I relabled the buttons, as follows, delete, file, mail, print, drop box, and EverNote. I only labled these because these are the only relevant buttons for me. Pressing VO-space on each button after a new scan opens a option window where you can interact with said option accordingly. E-mail is nice because if you just need to send a scanned image to a sighted person, you hit the e-mail button, and it automatically inserts the file as an attachment - leaving you with the (laborious task) of inserting the sender and subject information. Drop box will save the image into your drop box, and EverNote imports the file into the EverNote application if installed. Once you have a scanned image saved in the folder of your choice, you need to launch ABBYY Fine Reader for Scan Snap. Internet posts recommend placing an icon in the doc, which is what I did. Once I select the file I want to convert, the AFR converts the file and places it into the designated folder assigned to the original scan. Please note this will have the same file name, but it will be followed with "processed by fine reader). This will also continue to be a PDF, but accessible when using Preview. Furthermore, please know this has only been performed on simple documents, excluding forms. My particular scanner can scan ten pages consecutively, and are automatically loaded after reach page has finished scanning. This is because my scanner only holds ten pages at a time. I will scan completed forms by hand, and not convert these, as the images wil suffice for sending to sighted individuals. I will report back for those who are interested. If anyone wants to walk through this on Skype to get a virtual feel for the way I use the scanner and software so far, please add me to Skype using this e-mail address as a point of reference. Hope this has answered some questions for the curious. :) On Sep 5, 7:31 pm, Marianne Denning <maria...@denningweb.com> wrote: > I am also very interested. I currently use Kurzweil. > > On 9/5/12, Joanna West <joanna.wes...@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > > > > > > Hi, I'm very interested in this scanning alternative. Does the text come out > > pretty clearly after it's scanned? Do you use a regular scanner? > > > Love endures all things. > > > On Sep 5, 2012, at 7:03 PM, Emilio Hernandez <emilio.s.hernan...@gmail.com> > > wrote: > > >> Hello everyone, > > >> I have recently found a compatible scanning alternative for the Mac. > >> Fujitsu manufactures the Scan Snap series, which is a scanner and software > >> package. > >> Currently, I am using the S1300I model purchased on Amazon for $249. > >> Once the software is installed, the image scan appears neatly on the > >> screen. After the 7 second scan is complete, the file is saved. Abby Fine > >> Reader is the OCR conversion software that allows voiceover to read the > >> text. > >> Personally, I like this software because it is mainstream and another > >> great averagely-priced alternative to the conventional scanning packages > >> that exist. > >> The scanning software is somewhat accessible. Once the scan is complete, > >> and after some minimal button labeling, you are off to the races. > >> If anyone would like a demo of this or would like to learn more feel free > >> reply to this threat or respond off list. > > >> Thanks. > > >> -- > >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > >> "MacVisionaries" group. > >> To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > >> macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > >> For more options, visit this group at > >>http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > > "MacVisionaries" group. > > To post to this group, send email to macvisionaries@googlegroups.com. > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > macvisionaries+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > > For more options, visit this group at > >http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. 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