Binarization the following descriptions are for binary images only.

Two of the options are iThresholding and Adaptive Thresholding. These options work on grayscale scanned images and outputs a bi-tonal electronic image. Their strength lies in the ability to separate the foreground information from the background information even when the background color or shading varies, and the foreground information varies in color quality and darkness. Different types of documents may be scanned using the same image processing parameters and results in excellent scanned images.

Available binarization options are:

iThresholding: selecting iThresholding allows the scanner to dynamically evaluate each document to determine the optimal threshold value to produce the highest quality image. This allows scanning of mixed document sets with varying quality (i.e., faint text, shaded backgrounds, color backgrounds) to be scanned using a single setting thus reducing the need for document sorting.

When using iThresholding, only Contrast may be adjusted.

Fixed Processing (FP): used for black-and-white and other high contrast documents. A single level is set to determine the black-and-white transition. The threshold is programmable over the entire density range. Fixed thresholding sets Contrast to 0. If Fixed Processing is selected, Contrast is not available.

Adaptive Thresholding (ATP): the Adaptive Threshold Processor separates the foreground information in an image (i.e., text, graphics, lines, etc.) from the background information (i.e., white or non-white paper background).

When using Adaptive Thresholding, Threshold and Contrast may be adjusted.

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i100 Series specifications

The Kodak i100 Series is a renowned line of document scanners designed to meet the needs of various business environments through advanced imaging technologies, compact design, and efficient performance. This series is particularly popular among businesses that require high-volume scanning capabilities while ensuring optimal image quality and reliability.

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