Hi Scot,
I like the Opticbook 4800 for its speed and high-quality scans. It costs
about $700 or perhaps less.
The Opticbook scanners work with Windows 10 and earlier versions. You mount
the book at the front of the scanner.
You can also successfully scan books where the ink goes deeply into the
binding.
The height of the scanner is exactly the height of a standard business
envelope.
I have a fast computer and can scan a page and have it recognized and be
ready for the next scan in about eight seconds.
Hope this helps.
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Subject: [bksvol-discuss] Scanner Recommendation
Hello to everyone on the list. I've just subscribed again after being away
from the volunteer side of Bookshare upwards of a dozen years. I know much
has changed, including the availability of many books, both within the
Bookshare collection, as well as via platforms like Kindle. I'm hoping this
community is still active, as I've been getting the urge to rejoin the ranks
of those scanning titles for Bookshare.
My first inquiry is on selecting an appropriate scanner. I don't currently
have a working machine, which presents an opportunity to start anew with an
ideal device for books. I've not kept up on the scanner market, so I'm
looking to this group for some ideas. A couple considerations on my mind
include:
1. I presume the best approach will be to choose a stand-alone scanner, but
it happens that I'm in the market for a new printer as well. If there is a
2-in-1 solution which is not too bulky, doesn't take up a ton of space, and
doesn't present an elevated scanner bed which is likely ergonomically not
ideal, I'd take input on those as well.
2. I really would like to find something with a thin/low profile if
possible. What are quality options in this space?
3. If scan time is still widely variable between devices of differing
quality, I'm happy to pay more for reduced wait time.
I'll be grateful to read any suggestions y'all can provide. And I'm happy to
be back amongst a community passionate about reading and accessibility.
Good health to all,
Scott
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