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This manual gives you instructions for installing and using Software VRS 2.1.
Note: Please see the SVRS 2.l Release Notes for additional installation information.
Product Overview
Software VRS is an extremely effective and versatile imaging tool that is easy to use
for beginners and experts alike. Although it is software, Software VRS acts like a
driver to your scan application. Software VRS can be used in three different ways:
1 Default Settings—Once installed, Software VRS allows you to scan documents
and accurately capture data in the shortest time possible using the default
settings. These default settings have been carefully chosen to allow Software VRS
to excel at a wide range of documents without adjustments
2 Automatic Image Enhancement—Software VRS also monitors images, detecting
poor image quality and performing automatic image enhancements that greatly
reduce image quality and recognition errors.
3 Manual Image Enhancement—For those rare exceptions in which you want the
ability to modify an image manually, Software VRS provides an interactive
settings control that eliminates the guesswork with easy, real-time image
correction. We call these kinds of tasks “Power Users” tasks, and they will be
marked with a Power Users symbol as shown below.
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Whether you choose to let Software VRS work completely on its own using its
superior default settings, or make image adjustments yourself, with Software VRS
you can be certain that every scanned image meets the highest standards.
Note Software VRS is equipped with context-sensitive help. By pressing F1, the user
can access screen-specific information to assist in performing crucial tasks, without
leaving the application. The online help can also be browsed for information.
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New Features
Software VRS 2.1 includes several new robust features:
• Windows XP Support
• New SVRS Certified Scanners
• New Certified Scan Applications
• Japanese Localization (including SVRS User’s Manual translation)
• Support for Japanese Paper Sizes
• Certification of Adaptec 1480 PCMCIA (Slim) SCSI
Standard Features
As stated previously, Software VRS is designed to ensure that every scanned image
meets your quality standards. While our hardware VRS products are designed to
make high-volume scanning easier and more cost-effective, Software VRS provides
the same advantages for low-volume scanners (max. 40 ipm).
Other features include the ability to scan batches that consist of multiple document
sizes or varying degrees of quality, as well as the ability to automatically assign
brightness settings that are optimal for your document type. It is no longer necessary
to pre-sort mixed batches. During image optimization, Software VRS also suppresses
any background or noise resulting in smaller image file sizes. Software VRS detects
paper jams and equipment conflicts. In addition to the time savings, post-processing
accuracy is increased and storage requirements are reduced.
For batch scans in which Optical Character Recognition (OCR) precision is crucial,
low-contrast documents traditionally pose significant problems. With Software VRS,
you can enable “Auto-Brightness,” and by selecting a high contrast value (greater
than 50), process the batch with confidence knowing that every low-contrast image
will be adjusted automatically to the acceptable level of quality required for OCR.
Also critical for OCR is Software VRS’ ability to perform an automatic deskew
without character deformation. Traditional deskew software produces jagged edges,
but SVRS’ character edges remain smooth and precise even after deskew.
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Traditional Deskew VRS Deskew
In addition to this contrast enhancement, brightness adjustment, and high quality
deskew correction, Software VRS offers a range of other features to help you ensure
the highest level of quality for every scanned image:
• Automatic Image cropping (Auto Crop) (only available on scanners
producing black borders)
• Despeckling
• Gamma correction
• Character smoothing
• Character dilation/erosion
• Accelerated scanning
Software VRS Product Package
Your Software VRS product package includes the following items:
• Software VRS installation CD
• Software VRS hardware key(s)
• Software VRS User’s Manual
• Software VRS Quick Reference
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Three Versions of Software VRS
Your Software VRS Package will indicate as to whether you have:
• Software VRS for Personal Scanners
• Software VRS for Professional Scanners
• Software VRS for Professional Scanners with Adrenaline Image Processing
Engine
Software VRS for Personal Scanners
Software VRS for Personal Scanners has the same functionality as Software VRS for
Professional Scanners, but only supports personal scanners. Software VRS for
Personal scanners works with TWAIN, ISIS, or ImageControls-based applications.
For a list of certified personal scanners, see the section “Certified Scanners for
Software VRS” on page 8.
Software VRS for Professional Scanners
Software VRS for Professional Scanners supports all scanners that Software VRS for
Personal Scanners supports plus a range of higher end scanner models. Software
VRS for Professional Scanners works with TWAIN, ISIS, and ImageControls-based
applications. For a list of certified professional scanners, see the section “Certified
Scanners for Software VRS” on page 8.
Software VRS for Professional Scanners with Adrenaline Image Processing
Engine
This product includes both Software VRS for Professional Scanners and the
Adrenaline Image Processing Engine. The Adrenaline Image Processing Engine
provides you additional image processing such as bar code reading, forms
recognition, line removal, and much more.
Note Software VRS for Professional Scanners with Adrenaline Image Processing
Engine works with ImageControls-based applications only. It is not compatible with
TWAIN and ISIS applications. For more details about the Adrenaline Image
Processing Engine, consult the Adrenaline Image Processing Engine Getting Started Guide.
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System Requirements
Be sure that your PC and scanner meet the following minimum requirements:
PC
Note: Some scanners require additional scanner memory for optimal Software VRS
performance. See Appendix A on page 88 for more information.
Minimum Requirements
• Pentium III, 700 MHz processor, 128 MB RAM (256 MB for color scanning)
• Hard drive with 300 Mbytes free disk space for installation
• Monitor resolution: 800 x 600 minimum; 1024 x 768 recommended
Recommended Requirements
• Pentium III, 1000 MHz processor, 256 MB RAM (512 MB for color scanning)
• Hard drive with 300 Mbytes free disk space for installation
• Monitor resolution: 800 x 600 minimum; 1024 x 768 recommended
Certified Connectors
Only USB and SCSI connectors are certified to work with Software VRS. See
Appendix A to verify which connector to use with your scanner.
Certified SCSI Connectors
• Kofax Adrenaline 650/650i
• Kofax Adrenaline 450
• Adaptec 1480 PCMCIA
• Adaptec AHA 29160
• Adaptec AHA 2940 AU
• Adaptec AHA 2940 U
• Adaptec AHA 2930 U/B/C
• Adaptec AHA 2906
• Adaptec AHA 2902 (Fujitsu 3091DC and 3092DC only)
• Adaptec AHA 1542 CP
Note: See the SVRS 2.l Release Notes for additional USB installation information.
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Certified Scanners for Software VRS
Since the release of Software VRS v1.2, a significant number of scanners have been
added to the list of Software VRS certified scanners. To assist users, we have
prepared a certified scanner list that gives details for each of the scanners certified for
SVRS v2.1. In addition to listing the scanner name and manufacturer, the following
pertinent information is also available:
• The driver used for SVRS 2.1 (TWAIN or ISIS)
• Whether the scanner is a Personal or Professional scanner
• Whether the scanner produces black or white borders around the scanned
images (black borders are necessary for Software VRS to perform automatic
cropping)
• Whether the scanner requires additional memory for optimal performance
• The interface certified by SVRS (SSCI, USB, or both)
See Appendix A on page 88 for the Certified Scanner List.
Certified Scan Applications
Software VRS is designed to work with any ImageControls, ISIS, or TWAIN
application. As a convenience to our users, we periodically seek to confirm that there
are no compatibility issues with applications in the field. The list of Certified Scan
Applications is always growing, and we will continue to update this list in the User’s
Manual, but feel free to use any application that is based on ImageControls, ISIS, or
TWAIN. The complete list of Scan Applications that work with SVRS 2.1 is as follows:
• Adobe Acrobat 4.0
• Adobe Acrobat Capture 3.0
• Cardiff TELEform versions 7 and 8
• DocuXplorer Personal and Professional
• Easy Software Easyware
• Imaging for Windows
• IMR Alchemy
• Metafile Information Systems, Inc. MetaViewer Enterprise
• PixView
• ScanSoft OmniPage Pro
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TWAIN and ISIS Scanner Driver Support
All Software VRS scanners are supported by either TWAIN or ISIS drivers. Although
some of these scanners will work with both ISIS and TWAIN drivers, only the driver
that works best with Software VRS will be certified for use. See Appendix A on page
88 to determine if your scanner requires a TWAIN or an ISIS driver before installing
Software VRS, then follow the driver-specific installation instructions that apply to
your scanner.
Note: Please see the SVRS 2.l Release Notes for additional TWAIN driver installation
information.
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Installation
This section covers the procedure for installing the hardware and software required
to run Software VRS. Before beginning the installation procedure, see Appendix A on
page 88 to determine if your scanner requires a TWAIN or an ISIS driver before
installing Software VRS, then follow the scanner driver-specific installation
instructions that apply to your scanner.
TWAIN Scanner Driver Support
If your scanner is listed in the TWAIN column in Appendix A on page 88, the
TWAIN scanner driver must be installed before installing Software VRS. Go to page
25 for TWAIN installation instructions.
ISIS Scanner Driver Support
If your scanner is listed in the ISIS column in Appendix A on page 88, you do not
need to use the installation CD-ROM that came with your scanner to install the
necessary drivers. The ISIS drivers will be installed automatically with Software VRS
(in some cases launching your scanner’s specific splash screens.) Proceed to the next
section, “Install the Hardware”, to begin Software VRS installation.
Note The Fujitsu fi-4110CU requires a separate installation of the USB driver before
installing Software VRS. See page 12 for the USB driver installation as well as special
configuration instructions for the Fujitsu fi-4110CU.
Install the Hardware
The hardware installation process consists of the following basic steps:
1 Depending on whether you are using a SCSI or USB connection, do one of
the following:
a. SCSI Connections:
i. Connect the SCSI host adapter in your PC according to the
installation instructions supplied with your SCSI host adapter.
ii. Attach the scanner to your PC’s SCSI host adapter according to the
instructions supplied with your scanner and reboot your system.
iii. Make sure that the basic scan software utility that was supplied with
your scanner works correctly.
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b. USB Connections:
i. Plug in the USB cable from your scanner to the USB port. Windows
will detect the new device and will launch the New Hardware
Found wizard.
ii. Follow the instructions on screen to locate the necessary driver on
the floppy disk or CD supplied with your scanner.
2 Install your scanning application, whether ImageControls-based, TWAIN, or
an ISIS application. If you are installing an ImageControls-based application
in conjunction with other Kofax products, see Appendix A.
3 Attach the Software VRS hardware key to the parallel port of your PC.
4 You are now ready to install Software VRS.
Note Fujitsu fi-4110CU scanner users please see the next section, “Fujitsu fi-4110CU
USB Installation”, before installing Software VRS.
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Fujitsu fi-4110CU USB Installation
This section describes the installation of the Fujitsu fi-4110CU USB driver as well as
instructions for additional configuration recommended for using this scanner with
Software VRS. The Fujitsu fi-4110CU is supported only on Windows 98, ME, and
Windows 2000.
Note During the installation of the USB driver, you will need to insert the
CD-ROM that came with your Fujitsu fi-4110CU. As the Fujitsu fi-4110CU
ScanPartner
CD-ROM requires Adobe Acrobat Reader, make sure that you
have installed Adobe Acrobat Reader and that it is working on your
computer before you attempt to install the Fujitsu fi-4110CU USB driver.
Windows 98/ME Installations
To install the USB driver for the Fujitsu fi-4110CU
(Installation on Windows 98 using the Windows Add New Hardware Wizard)
1 Install the scan application you plan to use with Software VRS according to
the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
2 Plug in the scanner. Windows will automatically launch the Add New
Hardware Wizard, which detects the device (scanner) you plugged in.
Figure 1. Add New Hardware Wizard Initial Screen
3 Select Next as shown in Figure 1.
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4 Select Search for the best driver for your device, and then click Next as
shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2. Prompt Windows to Search for the Best Device Driver
5 Insert the Fujitsu fi-4110CU ScanPartner installation CD.
6 Select Specify a location, then type the following location into the text box,
F:\ISIS\WIN98_ME (where F is the letter of your CD-ROM drive), as shown
in Figure 3.
7 Click Next.
Figure 3. Select the Location to Search for the Driver
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8 Click Next to confirm that the correct driver has been found, as shown in
Figure 4.
Figure 4. Windows Confirms the Location of the Driver
9 You may be prompted to insert your Windows 98 Second Edition CD-ROM
for certain files. If so, at the screen similar to Figure 5, do the following:
a. Insert the Windows 98 Second Edition CD-ROM.
b. Type F:\WIN98 into the text box provided, where F is the letter of your CD-
ROM drive.
c. Click OK.
Figure 5. Insert Windows 98 Second Edition CD-ROM
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Figure 6. Successful Installation
2 Click Finish at the screen that confirms the successful installation as shown
in Figure 6.
3 Follow the “Post USB Driver Installation Procedure” on page 19.
Windows 2000 Installations
To install the USB driver for the Fujitsu fi-4110CU
(Installation on Windows 2000 using the Found New Hardware Wizard)
1 Install the scan application you plan to use with Software VRS according to
the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
2 Plug in the scanner. Windows will automatically launch the Found New
Hardware Wizard.
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Figure 7. Add New Hardware Wizard Initial Screen
3 Select Next as shown in Figure 7.
4 Select Search for the best driver for your device, then click Next as shown in
Figure 8.
Figure 8. Prompt Windows to Search for the Best Device Driver
5 Insert the Fujitsu fi-4110CU ScanPartner Installation CD. If the Fujitsu
installation program launches in a new window, close that window and you
will be able to continue the USB driver installation.
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6 At the screen similar to Figure 9, select Specify a location. Click Next.
Figure 9. Choose to Specify a Location
7 Type the following location into the text box—G:\ISIS\WIN2K (where G is
the letter of your CD-ROM drive)—as shown in Figure 10, then click OK.
Figure 10. Type Path to Driver
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8 A screen will appear, similar to Figure 11, confirming that the correct driver
has been found. Click Next to continue.
Figure 11. Windows Confirms the Location of the Driver
Figure 12. Digital Signature Alert
9 A Digital Signature Not Found screen will appear. This is as-designed.
Simply click Yes to confirm that you want to go ahead with the installation
as shown in Figure 12.
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Figure 13. Windows Confirms the Successful Installation
4 Click Finish at the screen that confirms the successful installation of the USB
driver as shown in Figure 13.
5 Follow the “Post USB Driver Installation Procedure.”
Post USB Driver Installation Procedure
Once you have installed the USB driver, complete the following steps before you
install Software VRS.
The Fujitsu fi-4110CU is designed to launch Imaging for Windows when you insert
paper into the ADF. However, for best use of this scanner with SVRS, we recommend
that you disable this particular device event.
To disable device events for the Fujitsu fi-4110CU
1 Open the Control Panel and select Scanners and Cameras.
2 Select the Fujitsu fi-4110CU scanner from the list of devices, and click on the
Properties button.
3 Select the Events tab.
4 Select the Auto check for paper supply check box from the list of Scanner
Events.
5 At the bottom of the screen, select the Disable Device Events check box.
6 Click on Apply, thenselect OK to close the dialog box.
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Note The Send To and Scan buttons will no longer launch the Imaging for
Windows application and will be inactive. However, they may be restored at
any time by simply deselecting the Disable Device Events check box.
7 Attach the Software VRS hardware key to the parallel port of your PC.
8 Install Software VRS using the steps listed on page 21.
Note When you launch Software VRS for the first time, you may receive an alert
similar to Figure 14. This is as-designed. Simply select Do not show this dialog for this driver again and click Continue. Operate Software VRS as normal.
Figure 14. ISIS Driver Alert
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Install the Software
Because steps 1, 2, and 3 depend on the interface between your scanner and
computer (for example SCSI or USB), scanner model, and scanning application you
will use, consult the installation guides of the corresponding device when in doubt.
By default, Software VRS is installed to the same folder as your ImageControls-based
scanning application, if one is installed on your PC. Otherwise, the default
installation folder is C:\Program Files\Kofax\Imgctls. You can choose a different
installation folder if you wish.
Note To install Software VRS on Windows 2000 or Windows NT, you must have
administrator rights.
To install Software VRS
1 Insert the Software VRS installation CD in the appropriate CD-ROM drive.
2 The installation should automatically begin. If it doesn’t, select Start|Run and
open D:\Setup.exe as shown in Figure 15, where D is the CD-ROM drive. To
select the path, do one of the following from the Run dialog box:
3 Use the Browse button to select the path.
4 In the text box, type in the path.
Figure 15. Software VRS Installation Program Path
5 If prompted to update the MS Runtime files on your PC, update the files.
Otherwise, Software VRS will not be installed.
6 Click OK to start the VirtualReScan Setup dialog box, as in Figure 16.
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Figure 16. VirtualReScan Setup Dialog Box
7 Click Next to open the VirtualReScan Setup panel as shown in Figure 17.
8 Verify that the destination folder is correct. The default folder is C:\Program
Files\Kofax\ Imgctls. If desired, use the Browse button to select a different
installation folder.
Note You may select only one scanner model at installation. To change scanners, you
can either uninstall then reinstall Software VRS, or use the KSM utility as described
in Appendix B.
12 The installation begins, and a progress indicator stays in view until the process is
done.
13 If your scanner is listed in the TWAIN column in Appendix A on page 88, you will
receive a message similar to Figure 19. As you have already installed the TWAIN
driver at this point, simply click OK.
Figure 19. Notice to Install TWAIN Driver
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14 When the Software VRS installation finishes, the Setup Complete dialog box
appears, similar to Figure 20.
Figure 20. Setup Complete Dialog Box
15 Click Finish to complete the installation.
16 Remove the Software VRS installation CD from the CD-ROM drive and store it in a
safe place.
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TWAIN Installation
If your scanner is listed as TWAIN in Appendix A, Column 2, a TWAIN driver is
required to use Software VRS. This section covers the procedure for installing the
TWAIN driver for several representative Software VRS Certified scanners. See
Appendix C to install the TWAIN driver for non-Certified (Compatible) scanners.
Note For best results, install your scan application and verify that everything is
working before you attempt to install Software VRS. This will eliminate any
confusion as to whom to call for technical assistance. And while this manual
describes the steps to install the TWAIN driver, the best resource for TWAIN driver
installation is the manufacturer-provided installation instructions.
Windows 98 Installations
To install the TWAIN driver for the Canon Canoscan
(Installation on Windows 98 using the Windows New Hardware Found
Wizard)
1 Install the scan application you plan to use with Software VRS according to
the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
2 Plug in the scanner. Windows will automatically launch the New Hardware
Wizard, which detects the type of scanner you plugged in.
3 Verify that the correct scanner is listed, then select Next, as in Figure 21.
Figure 21. Add New Hardware Wizard Initial Screen
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4 Select Search for the best driver for your device, and then click Next as
shown in Figure 22.
Figure 22. Prompt Windows to Search for the Best Device Driver
5 Insert the CD or floppy disk provided by your scanner manufacturer.
6 Select the option for the kind of disk provided by the manufacturer, either
Floppy disk drives or CD-ROM drive.
7 Click Next, as shown in Figure 23. If you have not inserted the CD or floppy
disk, an error screen will prompt you to try again.
Figure 23. Select the Location to Search for the Driver
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8 Click Next to confirm that the correct driver has been found, as shown in
Figure 24.
Figure 24. Windows Confirms the Location of the Driver
9 Click Finish at the screen that confirms the successful installation as shown
in Figure 25.
Figure 25. Confirmation of Driver Installation
10 Follow the “Post TWAIN Installation Procedure” on page 37.
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To install the TWAIN driver for the Epson Perfection 1640SU Office Scanner
with ADF (Installation using bundled software)
1 Install the scan application you plan to use with Software VRS according to
the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
2 Reboot your computer.
3 Turn on your scanner. A screen appears similar to Figure 26.
Figure 26.
4 Insert the scanner software CD-ROM, then click Next.
5 Choose the option to search for the best driver for your device ( Search for a
suitable driver for your device in Windows 2000), then click Next.
Figure 27.
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