The Brother ADS-2200 is a desktop document scanner designed primarily for sole practitioners and home office users. It offers an efficient scanning solution with a range of features tailored to meet the needs of individuals and small businesses.
Design and Build
The ADS-2200 features a compact design, measuring 7 by 11.8 by 8.7 inches (HWD) and weighing 7.7 pounds. Its two-toned black and off-white exterior gives it a professional appearance suitable for any office environment. The scanner includes a 50-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF) that supports duplex scanning, allowing users to scan both sides of documents in one pass.
Scanning Capabilities
This scanner boasts impressive speed ratings, capable of scanning up to 35 pages per minute (ppm) for simplex (one-sided) documents and up to 70 images per minute (ipm) for duplex documents. The optical resolution reaches up to 600 ppi, ensuring high-quality scans suitable for various applications.
Connectivity Options
The Brother ADS-2200 connects to computers via USB 2.0, although it lacks wireless or wired networking capabilities found in higher-end models like the Brother ADS-2700W. A notable feature is its ability to scan directly to USB thumb drives through its USB Type A port, which is uncommon in this price range.
Software Suite
Bundled software includes Nuance PaperPort 14SE for Windows and Presto! PageManager for Mac, along with Presto! BizCard 6 for managing business cards. While it supports Twain and WIA drivers for compatibility with various applications, the absence of a dedicated scan utility can complicate the scanning process.
Performance and OCR Capabilities
In terms of performance, the ADS-2200 delivers solid OCR capabilities, accurately recognizing text down to smaller font sizes compared to competitors in its class. However, users may need to adjust settings within PaperPort to optimize speed and efficiency when scanning.
Limitations
Despite its strengths, the ADS-2200 has some limitations: it lacks an LCD display for easy navigation and configuration, which can be challenging for users unfamiliar with setting up scans without a dedicated utility.
Conclusion
Overall, the Brother ADS-2200 is an affordable option that provides fast scanning speeds and decent OCR performance while being user-friendly enough for home offices or small businesses. Its unique ability to scan directly to USB drives adds value in environments where quick access to scanned documents is essential.
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