Chapter 1: Scanner Basics
OpScan 4ES Standard Features
8 Scantron OpScan 4ES and iNSIGHT 4ES Scanners
• Download mode and documentation kit enables
you to program the scanner using a series of
commands downloaded from the host computer.
Download supports use on platforms other than
PC by using download programmability.
•SelfScore option, in combination with dual ink jet
printers, allows operation as a test scoring machine
with test scoring, survey, and ballot capabilities.
SelfScore mode allows operation without
connection to a host computer.
• Select Stacker allows separate stacking of sheets
based on edit criteria selected in your scanning
software.
Specifications
• Physical Description
•Length: 21.25" (54 cm)
•Width: 14.5" (37 cm)
•Height: 9" (23 cm)
• Weight: 17 lbs. (7.7 kg)
• Operating Environment
• Temperature: 60°F to 85°F (16°C to 29°C)
• Humidity: 40% to 60%, non-condensating
•Power
• 100-240 volt operation: 100-240 volts AC (-
10%, +6%): 47-63 Hz; US 3-prong plug; 15 amp
dedicated circuit
• Communications
• USB 1.1 or 2.0 - OpScan 4ES operates asynchro-
nous using a virtual com port with user-defined
protocol
•Operation
• Read Heads: Contact image sensor arrays, 16
level OMR, pencil read capability
• Scanning Rate: 2,800 sheets per hour (Actual
scanning rate depends on quantity of data read