I need software, written in VB.Net or C#, to do the following:
(1) Run as a service
(2) Wait one of the scanner's buttons to be pressed
(3) Scan the image with a specified size, resolution, and color mode (NO DIALOG POPUPS)
(4) Save the returned image in a specified folder. Note that the image returned from the scanner may be smaller than the specified scan area, and only the scanned area should be saved.
An XML file will allow configuration of the following settings per button (there are "SCAN" and "Custom" buttons on my scanner):
- Image size (default 8.5" x 40")
- Resolution (default 300dpi)
- Color mode (default B&W)
- File save folder (default My Documents)
- JPEG quality (default 80; used only for color scans)
B&W images should be saved as G4 TIFF files
Grayscale images should be saved as LZW TIFF files (or grayscale GIF files)
Color images should be saved as JPEG files
I am using the Plustek OpticSlim M12 scanner currently, although the software should work with other scanners as well. Note that I do NOT have the "action manager" or "smart touch" software mentioned on their website; I only have the TWAIN drivers. See the following address:
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If you do not have an OpticSlim M12 scanner, I will work with you to test your software, but keep in mind that this transaction is void if the software does not work with my scanner when complete.
VB.Net is the preferred language; C# is okay too. Please indicate which language(s) you will be using in your bid.
You may write the app as a console app or windows-forms app during testing to facilitate the testing process. Otherwise, package your software into an MSI installation file during testing.
## Deliverables
Basically, SOURCE + EXE + MSI + exclusive copyrights:
1) Complete and fully-functional working program(s) in executable form as well as complete source code of all work done.
2) Deliverables must be in ready-to-run condition, as follows (depending on the nature of the deliverables):
a) For web sites or other server-side deliverables intended to only ever exist in one place in the Buyer's environment--Deliverables must be installed by the Seller in ready-to-run condition in the Buyer's environment.
b) For all others including desktop software or software the buyer intends to distribute: A software installation package that will install the software in ready-to-run condition on the platform(s) specified in this bid request.
3) All deliverables will be considered "work made for hire" under U.S. Copyright law. Buyer will receive exclusive and complete copyrights to all work purchased. (No GPL, GNU, 3rd party components, etc. unless all copyright ramifications are explained AND AGREED TO by the buyer on the site per the coder's Seller Legal Agreement).
## Platform
Windows XP
TWAIN scanner drivers