CardScan 600c - Sheetfed scanner - USB
Feed business cards into the CardScan scanner and in just seconds, CardScan software accurately organizes all the information into an electronic address book. The new 600c scanner scans in full color, is 40% smaller and connects through USB port with plug-and-play ease. Once the cards are scanned into your computer, you can use CardScan software to manage your contact information. The 600c scanner comes with a built-in card catcher.
A clever idea who's time has clearly come, the CardScan Executive 600c scans business cards in full color, connects to your PC via a USB port, and uploads the card into your database using the included CardScan software. With simple plug-and-play installation, the machine is easy to use: simply feed a card into the slot, and then watch as the software deciphers the information on the card and categorizes it into the database. The machine can accurately read cards from United States, Canada, France, Australia, United Kingdom, Germany, and others countries. The software also features AutoMap, expanded connectivity to synchronize with more handheld devices and mobile phones, and access to CardScan.Net, where users can access their business card database via any Web browser. Small enough to fit in your hand but durable enough to take to trade shows and meetings, the CardScan Executive is an ideal way to organize the stacks of business cards that would otherwise clutter your briefcase, wallet, or desk. (Note that the CardScan Executive is just right for one person, but if you're looking for a unit that can help your whole team, consider the CardScan Office.)
CardScan 600c - Sheetfed scanner - USB Accessories
CardScan 600c - Sheetfed scanner - USB Reviews
I will not be purchasing another CardScan product in the future. All of the other hardware vendors for other products I use with my computer (Dymo LabelWriter, Neat Receipts, etc) either offered a free downloadable Vista update or an update for a reasonable charge. I contacted CardScan by email and they replied that I would have to purchase their $80 (plus S&H) upgrade to get my unit to work with Windows Vista. I have been using this CardScan for a while now and it has proved to do an adequate job however I recently changed to the Vista operating system and the scanner stopped working so I went looking for an downloadable update on the company website but was unable find any. Because of this I did not purchase the way overpriced CardScan upgrade and can now only give this otherwise good product two stars.
Placed 3 of these at front desk of medical facilities, scanning dozens of cards daily. Tried one a trade show and got about 80% of info into correct fields, so it does save some typing. Product installs easy and is easy to use. Two have died after about 12-14 months service.
Users cannot change the width of the fields. Other than that it's a pretty cool product. The Cardscan Executive advertises that it will print in all the typical planner formats, Daytimer, Dayrunner, Franklin etc. None of the advertised formats on the pull down menu worked, or using the edit format feature. It doesn't do what it says. Technical Support was no help, they said "it's a defect with the program". The right edge of the page is cut off losing important information like half a phone number or half an email address.
Give a printed copy to a cab driver is an easy way to get to where i want to go when i cant speak the language. You can scan the back you cant print it. Mostly i dont bother to verify the cards as there is almost always enough data stored correctly.Why only 4 stars I would like easier ways to select which contacts to transfer into other programs (I scan everything since its so easy but i dont need a lot of the data on a daily basis so i dont want to transfer everything) and easier ways to split and merge databases by batch selection. I find it easy to use and very useful. It can store the image from both sides of the card and the english text from one side. It has these facilities but its too hard.As someone who lives and travels in Asia many of my cards have the local language details on the back. To the person who says it doesnt scan the graphics - it does. Finally the copy and paste is fiddly.But i use it every day and i have all my cards going back 7 years accessible by a simple text search.
or outlook. Another cool feature is the link to the Cardscan.net site. Do you have stacks of business cards sitting in boxes are wrapped up in rubber bands. Do you come back from a trade show or meeting with a pocket full of cards and never do anything with them. I've used it for over 6 months and love it.
I normally don't have to make any corrections to the scanning results. This allows you to back-up/store and access your business card file on online. The scanner is very fast and very accurate. It is also very easy to use.
The included software works flawlessly with ACT. Cards with very unusual fonts or layouts sometimes need correction. If so the Corex Cardscan is for you. Again I have found this to be a lifesaver for handling business cards and with many months of use I have had no problems.
Installation was easy - follow the instructions - install software - plug in the USB cable.
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