Digital Imaging and Scanning Technologies
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Digital Imaging and Scanning Technologies

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What is the primary function of a data collection device?

  • To display text and graphics
  • To obtain data directly at the transaction location (correct)
  • To store data permanently
  • To process data into a useful form

    • A display can only convey text and graphics, not audio or video information.

    False

    Name one type of advanced digital television.

    HDTV

    The quality of a display is primarily determined by its resolution, response time, and _____ ratio.

    <p>contrast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which port is NOT mentioned as suitable for high-quality images?

    <p>USB port</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A Smart TV is a type of digital television that has Internet capabilities.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of output can be produced by a display?

    <p>Text, graphics, audio, and video</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of output with their descriptions:

    <p>Text = Written information displayed on screens Graphics = Visual images or designs Audio = Sound produced by electronic devices Video = Moving visual images</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a videoconference?

    <p>To connect geographically separated individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A flatbed scanner creates a physical copy of the document.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does OCR stand for?

    <p>Optical Character Recognition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A ______ reader uses laser beams to read bar codes.

    <p>bar code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following devices with their primary function:

    <p>Scanner = Reads printed text and graphics Optical Reader = Converts marks and codes into digital data Bar Code Reader = Reads bar codes using laser beams QR Code = Stores information vertically and horizontally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device is capable of translating printed text into a computer-readable format?

    <p>Scanner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A QR code can only be read in one direction.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technology does a bar code scanner employ to read information?

    <p>Laser beams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a type of nonimpact printer?

    <p>Dot matrix printer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All printers use ink to produce graphics and text.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technology do many photo printers use to produce images?

    <p>Ink-jet technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A __________ printer produces quality photos often comparable to those from a photo lab.

    <p>photo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following printers to their descriptions:

    <p>Ink-jet printer = Sprays drops of ink onto paper Laser printer = Uses laser technology and toner 3-D printer = Produces three-dimensional objects Label printer = Creates labels for various uses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main factors to consider when purchasing a printer?

    <p>The number of pages it can print per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mobile printers are a type of nonimpact printer.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one type of nonimpact printer that can produce 3D objects.

    <p>3-D printer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mechanism do impact printers use to create characters and graphics?

    <p>Striking pins against an inked ribbon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Surround sound speakers are only used with game consoles.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a data projector?

    <p>To project text and images from a computer or mobile device onto a larger screen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Headphones are speakers that cover or are placed outside of the ______.

    <p>ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following output devices to their descriptions:

    <p>Impact Printer = Forms characters by striking an inked ribbon Surround Sound Speakers = Generates higher-quality sounds Data Projector = Projects images on a larger screen Interactive Whiteboard = Touch-sensitive device displaying connected computer screen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of output device?

    <p>Keyboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Earbuds are also known as earphones.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of device resembles a dry-erase board and is touch-sensitive?

    <p>Interactive whiteboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following devices can be considered output devices when they include force feedback?

    <p>Joysticks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A Braille printer is an example of assistive technology used for input.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technology is used to send resistance to input devices in response to user actions?

    <p>Force feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A camera/receiver on the monitor tracks the position of the head-mounted ______, which moves the pointer on the screen.

    <p>pointer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following devices with their functions:

    <p>Joystick = Gaming input device with force feedback Braille printer = Output device for translating text into Braille Head-mounted pointer = Assistive device for controlling a computer screen Force feedback = Technology enhancing user interaction experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Videoconferencing

    • Videoconferencing enables meetings between geographically separated individuals.
    • Large businesses use videoconferencing for cost savings on travel expenses.

    Scanners

    • Scanners are light-sensing input devices that translate printed text and graphics into computer-readable formats.
    • A flatbed scanner functions similarly to a photocopier but saves the document as a file in memory instead of a paper copy.

    Optical Readers

    • Optical readers use light sources to interpret characters, marks, and codes, converting them into digital data.
    • Optical character recognition (OCR) is a type of optical reader technology.
    • Optical mark recognition (OMR) is another type of optical reader technology.

    Bar code readers

    • Bar code readers use laser beams to read bar codes.
    • Bar code readers are used to track various items such as clothing.

    QR Codes

    • QR codes store information both vertically and horizontally.
    • QR codes allow for payments made by scanning an on-screen code.

    Data Collection Devices

    • Data collection devices gather data directly at the location where the transaction or event occurs.
    • Data collection devices are used in warehouses to scan items and wirelessly transmit information to inventory systems.

    Output

    • Output refers to processed data in a usable format.
    • Output can manifest as text, graphics, audio, or video.

    Displays

    • Displays visually present text, graphic, and video information.
    • Monitors are independent peripheral devices that act as displays.
    • LCD monitors are a common type of monitor.
    • The quality of a display is determined by its resolution, response time, brightness, dot pitch, and contrast ratio.
    • Today's monitors utilize digital signals for picture generation.
    • DVI, HDMI, and Display Port connections offer high-quality image display.
    • Digital televisions (DTVs) can serve as displays for home users.
    • HDTV is the most advanced digital television format.
    • Smart TVs are Internet-enabled HDTVs.

    Printers

    • Printers are output devices that produce text and graphics on physical media.
    • When choosing a printer, consider factors such as printing costs, speed, features, and intended use.
    • Nonimpact printers create characters and graphics without physical contact with the paper.
    • Ink-jet printers use liquid ink droplets to form characters and graphics.
    • Photo printers are designed for professional-quality photo printing.
    • Laser printers use toner powder for printing.
    • All-in-one printers combine multiple functionalities like printing, scanning, and copying.
    • 3-D printers create three-dimensional objects using various materials.
    • Thermal printers use heat to create printed images.
    • Mobile printers are portable devices designed for printing from mobile devices.
    • Label printers produce labels with text, graphics, and barcodes.
    • Plotters produce larger-scale prints, often used in engineering and architecture.
    • Large-format printers handle even larger prints, exceeding the size limitations of typical printers.
    • Impact printers use a striking mechanism to contact the paper, forming characters and graphics.

    Other Output Devices

    • Surround sound speakers enhance audio output for computers, gaming consoles, and mobile devices.
    • Headphones deliver private audio output.
    • Earbuds, also known as earphones, fit within the ear canal.
    • Data projectors project images onto a larger screen, making them visible to an audience.
    • Interactive whiteboards are touch-sensitive devices that display computer screen content.
    • Gaming controllers with force feedback provide realistic resistance to user actions, enhancing the gaming experience.

    Assistive Technology Input and Output

    • Assistive technology provides accessibility solutions for individuals with disabilities.
    • Head-mounted pointers allow users to control computer functions using head movements.
    • Braille printers generate output in the form of Braille.

    Summary

    • Computer systems offer a wide range of input and output options.
    • Assistive technology addresses the input and output needs of individuals with disabilities.

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