Brother DS-940DW Portable Wireless Document Scanner
Description

The Brother DS-940DW is a compact portable document scanner designed for mobile professionals, remote workers, and field representatives who require fast, reliable document capture anywhere. Featuring automatic 2-sided (duplex) scanning, a built-in rechargeable lithium battery, and wireless network connectivity, it enables efficient digitization of business documents, plastic ID cards, and receipts without needing a dedicated desk space or external power outlet.
- Scans single and double-sided documents at speeds up to 15 pages per minute.
- Built-in rechargeable lithium battery and USB bus-power options for true portabilty on the go.
- Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity for cable-free scanning to mobile devices and computers.
- Handles media sizes from small business cards and ID cards up to A4 documents and 1,828 mm long paper.
- Optical resolution of up to 600 x 600 dpi for crisp text and clear image capture.
- Compatible with the Brother iPrint&Scan app for mobile scan management on iOS and Android devices.
- Lightweight 0.7 kg frame measuring just 319 mm wide for effortless transport in a briefcase or bag.
For manufacturer information, see the Brother DS-940DW on Brother Australia.
For customers across Australia, orders for the Brother DS-940DW portable scanner are fulfilled through distribution centres in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.
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Basic Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
|---|---|
| Model | DS-940DW |
| Scanner Type | Portable Sheetfed Document Scanner |
| Scan Technology | Dual CIS (Contact Image Sensor) |
| Memory Capacity | 512 MB |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 319 mm x 63.1 mm x 45.4 mm |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
Scanning
| Scan Speed | Up to 15 ppm (Monochrome / Colour) |
|---|---|
| Duplex Scanning | Yes (Single-pass 2-sided scan) |
| Optical Scan Resolution | Max. 600 dpi x 600 dpi |
| Interpolated Scan Resolution | Max. 1,200 dpi x 1,200 dpi |
| Color Depth (Input) | 48-bit colour processing |
| Color Depth (Output) | 24-bit colour processing |
| Grayscale | 256 levels |
Document Handling
| Document Width (Single Sheet) | 50.8 mm to 215.9 mm |
|---|---|
| Document Length (Single Sheet) | 86.4 mm to 1,828 mm |
| Media Types Supported | Paper, receipts, business cards, plastic ID cards |
Connectivity & Network
| USB Interface | Micro USB 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Wireless LAN | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wireless Network Security | WEP 64/128 bit, WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA2-PSK (AES) |
| Setup Utility | WPS support |
Power & Environment
| Power Source | Built-in Lithium Rechargeable Battery / USB bus-power |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption (Scanning) | 3.6 W (USB 3.0 mode) / 4.4 W (Wi-Fi mode) |
| Power Consumption (Ready) | 2.2 W (Wi-Fi mode) / 1.5 W (PC mode) |
| Power Consumption (Power Off) | 0.11 W |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 35°C |
| Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% |
Software & Drivers
| Driver Support | TWAIN, WIA, ICA, SANE drivers |
|---|---|
| Bundled Software (Windows) | iPrint&Scan, Kofax Power PDF Standard, Nuance PaperPort, NewSoft Presto! BizCard |
| Bundled Software (macOS) | iPrint&Scan, NewSoft Presto! BizCard |
| Mobile Applications | Brother iPrint&Scan, Brother Support Center |
Warranty
| Warranty | 12 Month Return to Base |
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