Device drivers are the programs that enable computers to communicate with installed hardware such as scanners. When a computer does not recognize an otherwise functioning scanner that is connected to it via its USB, serial or parallel port, the problem is usually caused by outdated, corrupted or incompatible device drivers. This is usually easily remedied by obtaining and installing new drivers. Worn, crimped or defective cables can also cause computers to fail to recognize scanners.
The drivers that are supplied with a scanner often need to be updated when the operating system of a computer is updated. In some cases, it is only some features of the scanner that are not available when older drivers are used. In other cases, the computer does not recognize the scanner at all. Scanner manufacturers usually provide new drivers for updated operating systems on their websites. When you download and install a new driver, your computer usually recognizes the scanner either immediately or after the computer is restarted.
The code in device-driver files can become corrupted due to any one of a number of reasons, most common among which are power failure and user error. Clicking on a corrupted device-driver control panel may produce an error message, although it is often impossible to know for certain that a driver has become corrupted. Removing the affected hardware from the computer's list of devices and then reinstalling the driver before restarting the computer is the best way to fix this problem.
Device drivers for older scanners may no longer be compatible with newer computers, especially if the scanner was manufactured long before the operating system of the computer was released. Deleting the old driver and letting the computer detect the scanner as a generic scanner with its automatic device-installation function may allow use of the basic functions of an older scanner. However, some older scanners will not function at all with newer operating systems.
Computer cables are generally rugged, but an errant vacuum cleaner, shoe heel, office pet or closet door can crimp or otherwise damage a USB, serial or parallel cable that connects a scanner to a computer. This damage may not be visible, and it is usually impossible to detect manufacturing defects in a cable. If it is clear that there are no device-driver conflicts that keep a computer from recognizing a scanner, replacing the connecting cable may solve the problem.
A defective or worn scanner may no longer be able to transmit the images it scans to a computer and in that case, the computer may not recognize it as the driver can no longer detect its presence. A defective USB, serial or parallel port will also prevent transfer of data. Checking a scanner on another computer or testing a port with another device can determine whether a scanner or port is defective. Defective scanners usually cannot be repaired, whereas it is possible to replace a defective port.
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Our Scan and Go workflow is a user-friendly way to start scanning as soon as you enter the software. With this feature, you can easily switch between various clinical indications and treatment options.
If you're looking for a more comprehensive solution, our new CaseFlow Manager workflow guides you through lab prescription entry, scan acquisition, and transmission to your preferred lab.
*We recommend having 6 GB of VRAM when using Scanbody AI Assist as well as updating to the latest NVIDIA graphics drivers. For optimal performance, we do not recommend using Scanbody AI Assist with Fast Scan or Anti-Reflective scan modes.
** IS 3700 allows for the extraction of 2D images from the dataset; IS 3800 and IS 3800W provide direct capture capability of 2D images.
LinkMotion is a revolutionary new product from Solustan, which guarantees to save you time and money. LinkMotion is a 32 bit driver compatible with Microsoft Windows XP. Once set and initialized, LinkMotion hides in the background just like a regular printer driver.
Scanlab AG of Germany (www.scanlab.de) builds galvo and laser control boards in various form factors. The products are proven and reliable. These products are well known for marking applications throughout the world.
Scanlab supplies a complete library of routines that can be embedded into your customized application for controlling the behavior of the laser power source and galvo based scanhead interfaced to the RTC series controller board.
So, why write a customized application? Do what you do the best - assemble systems. Wouldn't it be great to use proven motion control boards and let your customers use powerful, off-the-shelf applications to control your machines.
LinkMotion looks and feels like a printer driver within the PC/Windows architecture. Actually, it is a machine driver. It allows the user to design the job in one of the many popular applications like Corel Draw and send the job to the laser machine as if you are printing the job.
For a simple example think about how your printer works. It doesn't matter what application you are using on your computer, you can always print to your printer. Whether its from your text editor, your web browser, your email program, or virtually any other application, you can always send documents out to your printer. This is because you have installed a 'driver' for your printer, that all programs can utilize. Shouldn't everything be this easy? Now, with Solustan's LinkMotion technology, it is.
You no longer have to worry about learning to use yet another piece of software. Are you comfortable with Corel DRAW, or perhaps a well-known CAD program? Wherever you are comfortable creating your designs, your work ends there. LinkMotion works with most popular design programs, so you can output your job straight from your favorite application!
The most popular product laser software product is ProLase for Windows. This high-end laser marking software system is richly featured, loaded with advanced capabilities, including importation of many vector and bitmap graphics formats, finely tunable bar code formats including ID Matrix 2-D codes, precise vector hatch fill for graphics and True Type fonts, tool path optimization, and a large variety of configurable drivers for various laser/galvanometer configurations to name just a few.
ProLase10 is the newest member of the ProLase family. It maintains the look and feel of our
popular ProLase user interface, but has a whole new engine under the hood. Specifically designed kernel mode drivers allow ProLase10 to support all of the hardware configurations offered in previous versions of ProLase, while running natively in the current Microsoft operating systems (Windows 10).
Specifically designed kernel mode drivers allow ProLase7 to support all of the hardware configurations offered in previous versions of ProLase, while running natively in the current Microsoft operating systems (Windows7). ProLase7 will also run under Windows 95/98/ME/2000/XP.
ProLase RTC operates only with the SCANLAB RTC interface. Please note that this is the only driver interface supported by ProLase RTC. Other versions of ProLase support all interfaces, including RTC and direct galvo control.
ProLase 95 is an older version of our current product, ProLaseXP. Please note that ProLase 95 runs only under Windows 95/98/ME. It will not function under Windows NT/2000/XP. At this time, no new features are being added to ProLase 95, though we will continue to support it for our customers.
Among its many features are ease-of-use, high performance, flexibility, and low cost that give you the best laser marking software on the market today. Designed to be both a retro-fit package and the original software on new machines, ProLase can support a large variety of galvanometric hardware configurations, including most existing laser marking systems, marking heads and lasers.
Whether it is for the integrator looking for a richly featured platform flexible enough to support all their marking solutions, or the job shop that demands that highest quality engraving possible, ProLase is the right choice.
Effective ID control is critical in many industries, whether it's airlines and airports, government agencies, hotels, offices and police stations, enterprises, merchants, banks, and insurance firms.
Our technology can be specifically configured for any age verification use. While state issued IDs are the most common, passports can also be presented at the point of sale where age-restricted products are sold.
Have you ever looked at the date on the passport? It's confusing to how we normally read dates in the US - Year - Month, instead of Month - Day - Year. Minor Decliner solves this problem, with a fast, easy to use system.
Do you have an international customer base, an airport location for a bar / restaurant, or do you want to have a 360-degree program to read all identification documents?
If so, the Minor Decliner Passport Bundle - our next-generation passport reader is right for you.
This passport bundle can be specifically configured for any age verification use. Prevent sales of age restricted items to minors and reduce fines with the MinorDecliner Age Verification ID Scanners with drivers license, ID cards, and passport scanning capabilities.
Our passport scanners are widely used by different organizations all around the world. Each of our passport scanning machines is equipped with cutting-edge features and capabilities. Our passport reader can quickly, conveniently, and precisely read and process photos from passports, ID cards, visas, and other identity documents.
Our devices can function as both a passport scanner and a driver's license card reader, so no matter what your application is, we can provide an ID scanner machine to meet your specific requirements. When you choose Minor Decliner for ID and passport scanners, you are not only getting a high-quality device but also the backing of our technical assistance staff, which is dedicated to assisting you in any way they can.
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