Tired of cluttered desks and missed deadlines because you can’t quickly turn paper into searchable files? The Brother DS-940DW, 215.9 x 1828.8 mm 600 x 600 DPI 1200 x 1200 DPI 48 bit Scanner lets you capture documents on the go, feed them straight to the cloud and keep your workflow smooth wherever you work. Its built-in battery and Wi-Fi mean you never need a power outlet or a permanent workstation to scan.
Usages of a 1200 x 1200 DPI Scanner
Whether you’re filing receipts at a client site, archiving contracts in a small office, or digitising receipts while travelling, the high-resolution scanner handles each task without slowing you down. Just place the page, press start and the device feeds the document back to you, ready to upload or edit.
Benefits of Brother Scanner
- Mobile freedom: Built-in battery and Wi-Fi let you scan anywhere without a socket.
- Fast duplex: 30 ipm colour duplex speed keeps large batches moving quickly.
- High detail: 1200 x 1200 DPI captures fine text and images for clear, professional files.
- Secure sharing: Direct cloud upload via Brother’s app protects data and simplifies collaboration.
- Quiet operation: Noise levels as low as 42 dB let you work in shared spaces without disturbance.
Brother Scanner
Choosing this scanner means you get a compact, lightweight device (590 g, 377 mm × 162 mm × 76 mm) that fits into tight work areas and even a backpack. Its unique “U-path” roller system eliminates the need for extra clearance behind the unit, so you can place it on a crowded desk and still feed documents effortlessly. With 512 MB internal memory and a MicroSD slot, you can store scans locally before sending them to any cloud service, email, or OCR program.
The scanner supports Windows, macOS and Linux, and works with standard drivers such as ICA, SANE, TWAIN and WIA, ensuring seamless integration with your existing software. Power consumption stays low (typical 3.6 W) and the device can be powered directly from a USB port, reducing cable clutter and energy costs.
Key Features of a 1200 x 1200 DPI Scanner
- Scan resolution (optical): 600 x 600 DPI. Provides clear, detailed originals for everyday use.
- Scan resolution (enhanced): 1200 x 1200 DPI. Captures fine detail for high-quality reproductions.
- Colour depth (input): 48 bit. Records a wide range of colours for accurate colour scans.
- Colour depth (output): 24 bit. Ensures colour fidelity when files are saved or shared.
- Duplex ADF speed (colour, A4): 30 ipm. Scans both sides of a page quickly, saving time.
- ADF speed (colour, A4): 15 ppm. Handles single-sided colour documents efficiently.
- Maximum scan size: 215.9 x 1828.8 mm. Accepts long documents up to 182.9 cm in length.
- Connectivity: USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Wireless LAN. Offers fast wired transfer and flexible wireless use.
- Power source: USB. Allows operation from a laptop or power bank without a dedicated adapter.
- Supported media: Business cards, plain paper, plastic cards. Versatile handling of various document types.
Specifications
| Scanning |
| Black/white scanning colour modes |
Grayscale, Monochrome |
| Duplex ADF scan speed (colour, A4) |
30 ipm |
| ADF scan speed (colour, A4) |
15 ppm |
| ADF scan speed (b/w, A4) |
15 ppm |
| Output colour depth |
24 bit |
| Input colour depth |
48 bit |
| Duplex scanning |
Yes |
| Colour scanning |
Yes |
| Enhanced scan resolution |
1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Optical scanning resolution |
600 x 600 DPI |
| Maximum scan size |
215.9 x 1828.8 mm |
| Design |
| Product colour |
Black, White |
| Built-in display |
No |
| Scanner type |
Sheet-fed scanner |
| Performance |
| Compatible memory cards |
MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Internal memory |
512 MB |
| Sound pressure level (max) |
42 dB |
| Scanning noise level |
53 dB |
| Scan drivers |
ICA, SANE, TWAIN, WIA |
| Scan to |
E-mail, File, Image, Memory card, OCR |
| Input capacity |
| Standard input capacity |
1 sheets |
| Paper handling |
| Maximum scan length |
182.9 cm |
| Maximum scan width |
21.6 cm |
| Card thickness (max) |
1.24 mm |
| Scanning media types supported |
Business Card, Plain paper, Plastic Card |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size |
A4 |
| Ports & interfaces |
| Standard interfaces |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1), Wireless LAN |
| USB connector type |
Micro-USB B |
| USB version |
3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| USB port |
Yes |
| Network |
| Supported network protocols (IPv4) |
DHCP, APIPA (Auto IP), WINS/NetBIOS, DNS Resolver, mDNS, SNMPv1/v2c, ICMP, Web Services(Scan), HTTP/HTTPS server, LLMNR responder,SNTP Client |
| Wi-Fi Direct |
Yes |
| Security algorithms |
64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, WPA-AES, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, WPA2-PSK |
| Wi-Fi standards |
802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Power |
| Power consumption (off) |
0.11 W |
| Power consumption (standby) |
2.2 W |
| Power consumption (typical) |
3.6 W |
| Power supply type |
USB |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Weight |
590 g |
| Height |
377 mm |
| Depth |
76 mm |
| Width |
162 mm |
| Packaging data |
| Package weight |
1.23 kg |
| Package height |
76 mm |
| Package depth |
162 mm |
| Package width |
377 mm |
| Package weight |
1.23 kg |
| Quantity per pack |
1 pc(s) |
| Packaging content |
| Cables included |
Micro-USB |
| Quick start guide |
Yes |
| Warranty card |
Yes |
| System requirements |
| Linux operating systems supported |
Yes |
| Mac operating systems supported |
Yes |
| Windows operating systems supported |
Yes |
| Operational conditions |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
5 - 35 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) |
10 - 90% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
20 - 80% |
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-20 - 60 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
5 - 35 °C |
| Other features |
| Spare part retention |
5 year(s) |
| Technical details |
| Pallet type |
800 x 1200 mm |
