Competitive BenChmarking Kodak i780 Scanner vs. Canon DR-X10C Scanner Canon DR-X10C Scanner Kodak i780 Scanner Table of Contents Speed and throughput Misfeed management ➡ Speed and throughput appendix Image and data integrity ➡ Sensor durability Misfeed management appendix Real-world environment ➡ Image and data integrity appendix ➡ ➡ ➡ ➡ Real-world environment appendix ➡ ➡ Count on Kodak for consistent and true performance. Count out Canon. ©Kodak, 2009. Kodak is a trademark of Kodak.
Speed and throughput Kodak i780 Scanner vs. Canon DR-X10C Scanner Kodak i780 ISIS Results DR-X10C VRS Results DR-X10C ISIS Results i780 % performance increase over DR-X10C VRS i780 % performance increase over DR-X10C ISIS 1) 200 dpi, Bitonal, Duplex* 124.8 ppm 84.6 ppm 51.7 ppm 47% 141% 2) 300 dpi, Bitonal, Duplex* 126 ppm 39.8 ppm 52.4 ppm 217% 140% 3) 300 dpi, Bitonal, Simplex* 124.9 ppm 89.9 ppm 97.2 ppm 38% 28% 4) 200 dpi, Color, Duplex** 121.4 ppm 58 ppm 42.
Appendices Appendix 1—Testing methodology and results for speed and throughput Kodak’s Quality Assurance Team conducted a series of comprehensive, competitive benchmark tests comparing the Kodak i780 Scanner with ISIS to the Canon DR-X10C Scanner with VRS. Chart 2—Data and differences on number of pages scanned in one hour i780 Throughput tests The intent of these tests was to determine the throughput of each scanner using typical scanner configurations.
Reference A—Testing configuration details* Test Job 1 EMC QuickScan Settings QuickScan scan profile name 200 dpi, bitonal, duplex, AO, auto thresholding, multifeed detection, multipage TIFF output Test Job 2 300 dpi, bitonal, duplex, AO, auto thresholding, multifeed detection, multipage TIFF output Test Job 3 Test Job 4 Test Job 5 Test Job 6 300 dpi, bitonal, simplex, AO, auto thresholding, multifeed detection, multipage TIFF output 200 dpi, color, duplex, AO, multifeed detection, multipage TIFF o
Test Job 1 Test Job 2 Test Job 3 Test Job 4 Test Job 5 Test Job 6 i780 ISIS driver, main, cropping Aggressive Aggressive Aggressive Aggressive Aggressive Aggressive i780 ISIS driver, main, thresholding iThresholding iThresholding iThresholding iThresholding iThresholding iThresholding i780 ISIS driver, main, contrast 0 0 0 0 0 0 i780 ISIS driver, layout, image orientation (both front and back image #1) Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic i780 ISIS dr
Image and data integrity OCR Read Rate for Canon DR-X10C Scanner2 OCR Read Rate for Kodak i780 Scanner2 0% 94% Batch of documents with light text density (8-point type) scanned at 200 dpi (LO82); brightness and contrast settings optimized for Canon; default settings maintained for Kodak 67% 94% Batch of documents with light text density (10-point type) scanned at 200 dpi (L102) with default settings for both scanners 0% 95% Batch of documents with light text density (10-point type) scanned at 200
Appendices Appendix 2—Testing methodology and results for image and data integrity (OCR read rates) Kodak’s Quality Assurance Team conducted a series of comprehensive, competitive benchmark tests comparing the Kodak i780 Scanner with VRS to the Canon DR-X10C Scanner ISIS.
Sensor durability Kodak i780 Scanner vs. Canon DR-X10C Scanner Fact Check Canon DR-X10C Scanner Kodak i780 Scanner Vendor’s marketing claim Contact Image Sensor (CIS): “Robust design, outstanding imaging quality.” Charge Coupled Device (CCD): “Superior durability and image quality.” Sensor technology compare/contrast CIS array requires that documents come into direct contact with sensor glass during imaging; this is necessary for the sensor to capture a quality image.
Conclusions Competitive knockouts The Canon Scanner, because of its Contact Image Sensor, requires documents to come into physical contact with the sensor glass, creating a range of potential problems when working with real-world documents. Some of these problems require a service call. Key takeaways: The Kodak i780 Scanner is not at risk of sensor damage due to physical contact with documents during scanning, eliminating the possibility of sensor glass damage due to contact.
Misfeed management Kodak i780 Scanner Kodak i780 Scanner vs. Canon DR-X10C Scanner Canon DR-X10C Scanner Side-by-side testing shows that with a challenge set of 50 documents, fed five times as consecutive batches, Canon’s misfeed detection/retry mechanism and required operator intervention—at both the Operator Control Panel and the Host—result in throughput deficits.
Testing observations and conclusions Competitive knockouts The Canon DR-X10C Scanner does not offer flexible options for the operator to manage misfeeds in the most time-efficient manner. Key takeaways: The Kodak i780 Scanner delivers far greater flexibility, customization and practical real-world choices in terms of misfeed handling and management for optimum productivity.
Appendices Appendix 3—Part A—Misfeed management—Testing methodology and results Kodak’s Quality Assurance Team conducted a series of comprehensive, competitive benchmark tests comparing the Kodak i780 Scanner/ISIS to the Canon DR-X10C Scanner ISIS/ Canon DR-X10C Scanner with VRS. Misfeed management—test results Challenging document productivity test Multifeed productivity test This test was intended to simulate a very challenging document including a wide range of sizes, thicknesses and finishes.
Appendix 3—Part B—Misfeed management—Job stream configurations This appendix defines the job streams used in the multifeed productivity test and the challenge document productivity test. Challenge document productivity test, continued Doc # Qty Description Orientation 8.125" x 17" Photo Portrait Multifeed productivity test 19 1 This is a set of 100 pages of 20# 8.5in x 11in copier paper. Sticky notes (3in x 3in) were placed on the documents as defined below.
Appendix 3—Part C—Misfeed management—Workstation configurations Workstation Components OptiPlex 755 Minitower: Operating system(s): Memory: Boot Hard Drives: Video Card: Version Intel Core 2 Duo Processor E6850 (3.0GHz, 4M, VT, 1333MHz FSB) Genuine Windows XP Professional, SP2, x32, with Media, English 2GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 667MHz, (2 DIMM) 250GB SATA 3.0Gb/s and 8MB DataBurst Cache Integrated Video, Intel GMA3100 Scanner Related Components PC Scanning Software Created with QuickDriver Version 1.0.
Appendix 3—Part D—Misfeed management—Scanner features and settings profile Kodak i780 Scanner configuration EMC Captiva QuickScan Pro v6.5.
Appendix 3—Part D— Misfeed management—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, VRS configuration EMC Captiva QuickScan Pro v6.5.
Appendix 3—Part D— Misfeed management—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, VRS configuration, continued Canon DR-X10C with VRS Option Multifeed Productivity Test Challenge Document Productivity Test 50 50 Enabled @ level 2 Enabled @ level 2 PixKofax, advanced (VRS adjustments), clarity, gamma 17 17 PixKofax, advanced (VRS adjustments), noise, line filter Normal Normal Small Small PixKofax, advanced (VRS adjustments), noise, fill holes Not checked Not check
Appendix 3—Part D— Misfeed management—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, VRS configuration, continued Canon DR-X10C with VRS Option Multifeed Productivity Test Challenge Document Productivity Test Good Good Not checked Not checked 0 0 Enabled with 3 zones Enabled with 3 zones PixKofax, advanced (VRS Adjustments), Canon ISIS, other (speed/quality) High speed scanning enabled High speed scanning enabled PixKofax, advanced (VRS Adjustments), Canon ISIS, other,
Appendix 3—Part D— Misfeed management—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, ISIS configuration EMC Captiva QuickScan Pro v6.5.
Appendix 3—Part D— Misfeed management—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, ISIS configuration, continued Canon DR-X10C ISIS Multifeed Productivity Test Challenge Document Productivity Test Canon DR-X10C Operator control panel settings Canon DR-X10C OCP—buzzer control (ON2 ON1 OFF) ON2 ON2 Canon DR-X10C OCP—double feed control (on/off) ON ON Canon DR-X10C OCP—double feed retry (3-2-1-off) 1 1 ON ON Canon DR-X10C OCP—staple detection (on/off) Canon DR-X10C OCP—
Real-world environment (Mixed Batches/Transport/Reliability/ SurePath/Dust Detection) Kodak i780 Scanner vs. Canon DR-X10C Scanner Kodak i780 Scanner Canon DR-X10C Scanner Real-world situation Canon DR-X10C Scanner performance in real-world scanning scenarios4, 5 Kodak i780 Scanner performance in real-world scenarios4, 5 Mixed batches—variety of document weights, sizes and thicknesses scanned Any real diversity of documents (checks, envelopes, etc.
Competitive knockouts Operators of the Canon DR-X10C Scanner must be constantly vigilant when preparing documents for scanning, completing more extensive presorting, or risk ongoing misfeeds along with associated downtime and productivity. Key takeaways: The real world of scanning is not a perfect world. Mixed sizes, shapes, and weights— along with attachments, staples, colors, folds and other common issues—occur daily.
Appendices Appendix 4—Part A—Real-world environment—Testing methodology and results Kodak’s Quality Assurance Team conducted a series of comprehensive, competitive benchmark tests comparing the Kodak i780 Scanner/ISIS to the Canon DR-X10C Scanner ISIS/ Canon DR-X10C Scanner with VRS. Misfeed management—test results Challenging document productivity test Multifeed productivity test This test was intended to simulate a very challenging document including a wide range of sizes, thicknesses and finishes.
Appendix 4—Part B—Real-world environment—Job stream configurations This appendix defines the job streams used in the multifeed productivity test and the challenge document productivity test. Challenge document productivity test, continued Qty Description Orientation Multifeed productivity test 19 1 8.125" x 17" Photo Portrait This is a set of 100 pages of 20# 8.5in x 11in copier paper. Sticky notes (3in x 3in) were placed on the documents as defined below.
Appendix 4—Part C—Real-world environment—Workstation configurations Workstation Components OptiPlex 755 Minitower: Operating system(s): Memory: Boot Hard Drives: Video Card: Version Intel Core 2 Duo Processor E6850 (3.0GHz, 4M, VT, 1333MHz FSB) Genuine Windows XP Professional, SP2, x32, with Media, English 2GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 667MHz, (2 DIMM) 250GB SATA 3.0Gb/s and 8MB DataBurst Cache Integrated Video, Intel GMA3100 Scanner Related Components Version EMC QuickScan Pro 6.5.
Appendix 4—Part D—Real-world environment—Scanner features and settings profile Kodak i780 Scanner configuration EMC Captiva QuickScan Pro v6.5.
Appendix 4—Part D—Real-world environment—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, VRS configuration EMC Captiva QuickScan Pro v6.5.
Appendix 4—Part D—Real-world environment—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, VRS configuration, continued Canon DR-X10C with VRS Option Multifeed Productivity Test Challenge Document Productivity Test 50 50 Enabled @ level 2 Enabled @ level 2 PixKofax, advanced (VRS adjustments), clarity, gamma 17 17 PixKofax, advanced (VRS adjustments), noise, line filter Normal Normal Small Small PixKofax, advanced (VRS adjustments), noise, fill holes Not checked Not ch
Appendix 4—Part D—Real-world environment—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, VRS configuration, continued Canon DR-X10C with VRS Option Multifeed Productivity Test PixKofax, advanced (VRS Adjustments), Canon ISIS, color, JPEG compression Good Good Not checked Not checked 0 0 Enabled with 3 zones Enabled with 3 zones High speed scanning enabled High speed scanning enabled PixKofax, advanced (VRS Adjustments), Canon ISIS, picking rectangle PixKofax, advanced (V
Appendix 4—Part D—Real-world environment—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, ISIS configuration EMC Captiva QuickScan Pro v6.5.
Appendix 4—Part D—Real-world environment—Scanner features and settings profile, continued Canon DR-X10C Scanner, ISIS configuration, continued Canon DR-X10C ISIS Multifeed Productivity Test Challenge Document Productivity Test Canon DR-X10C Operator control panel settings Canon DR-X10C OCP—buzzer control (ON2 ON1 OFF) ON2 ON2 Canon DR-X10C OCP—double feed control (on/off) ON ON Canon DR-X10C OCP—double feed retry (3-2-1-off) 1 1 ON ON Canon DR-X10C OCP—staple detection (on/off) Canon DR-X10C O
Appendix 5—Real-world environment—Testing methodology and results (dust and contaminants) Kodak’s Quality Assurance Team conducted a series of comprehensive, competitive benchmark tests comparing the Kodak i780 Scanner with VRS to the Canon DR-X10C Scanner ISIS. Testing parameters exceeded normal benchmark tests.
Appendix 5—Real-world environment—Testing methodology and results (dust and contaminants), continued Performance of Dust Evasion System Test—detailed results, continued Dust particle size to trigger Canon DR-X10C Dust Detection System This is a portion of the first image taken. There were streaks both in the image and in the background. The intent of this test was to run the scanner until there was a visible streak in the image and disable the scanner.
Appendix 5—Real-world environment—Testing methodology and results (dust and contaminants), continued Test #2—Determine dust particle size to trigger DR-X10C Dust Detection System— detailed results he intent of this test was to determine under what conditions the Dust Detection System T would detect dust. We placed a pile of dust just before the image guide and allowed the document to spread dust throughout the scanner.