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Scanners Tab Reference

Scanners Tab​

The Scanners tab is where you'll find all the scanner drivers detected on your client or client's network that can be used in your remote session. Each scanner is listed by name, and you can see the protocol it uses in the Type column - whether that's TWAIN, WIA, or CAM.

You'll always see RPOS (Repository) listed on this tab as well. RPOS is Tricerat's proprietary protocol that lets you "scan" images that already exist somewhere else. This means you can grab an image from your USB drive, your C: drive, or even a digital camera that's connected via USB - essentially bringing existing digital images into your scanning workflow without needing an actual scanner.

Currently, the RPOS protocol supports only bitmap (.bmp) images.

Managing Your Scanner List​

Your available scanners appear in priority order, with the first scanner in the list automatically set as your default scanner for the session. You've got complete control over how these scanners are organized and used.

Changing Scanner Priority: If you need to reorder your scanners, simply select one and drag it to a new position in the list. When you move a scanner to the top position, it automatically becomes your default scanner for the session.

Viewing Scanner Information: Want to know more about a specific scanner? Select it and click Test Scanners to open a detailed dialog box. You'll see the manufacturer's name, the product name and family, the current version, and which scanning protocol it uses. The dialog also gives you the option to test the scanner right then and there.

Testing Scanners: Before you start a scanning session, it's often helpful to verify that your scanner is working properly. When the Test Scanner dialog appears, click Yes to run a quick test. The results will show up in a Test Results dialog box, letting you know if everything's ready to go.

Refreshing Scanner Information: If you've recently installed a new scanner or made changes to your scanner setup, click Query Scanners to refresh the list. Keep in mind that this might change the order of scanners displayed, and any scanner driver that fails the query will be automatically turned off to prevent issues during your session.

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