Brother ADS1500W Compact Color Desktop Scanner with Duplex and Web Connectivity
- Scans single and double-sided documents in a single pass, in both color and black/white, at up to 18 ppm
- Wireless network connectivity, plus USB interface for local connections
- Intuitive 2.7″ color TouchScreen display with customizable shortcuts for common scanning destinations, including cloud applications such as GOOGLE DRIVE, EVERNOTE, DROPBOX, PICASA WEB ALBUMS, FACEBOOK, FLICKR, BOX, and SkyDrive
- Easily scans business and embossed plastic I.D. cards, receipts, photos, and documents up to 34″^ in length through the 20-page auto document feeder
- Enhanced “scan-to” destinations, including: PC (file, image, e-mail, and OCR), FTP, Network, E-mail server, USB Flash Drive, cloud applications, plus mobile devices using the free iPrint & Scan app
Brother ImageCenter ADS-1500W Desktop Scanner

Advanced Scanning Functionality in a Space-Saving Design
The ADS-1500W connects to your wireless network, or to a single machine to scan at up to 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution (interpolated) and 600 x 600 (optical). Its compact size and many features make it great for a home office or small business that regularly scans and digitizes printed information but may not have space for a larger scanner.
Scan to a Variety of Local or Shared Destinations and Popular Cloud Applications
The ADS-1500W gives you the option to scan to a number of different destinations. You can scan documents to cloud applications1 directly from the 2.7″ TouchScreen Display. You can also scan to your USB flash drive2, or to compatible mobile devices using the free Brother iPrint&Scan app3, or scan to a file, email, image, or one of many other application.
Budled with a Robust Suite of Scanning Software to Enhance Document Management
The ADS-15000W includes an enhanced package of scanning software to help you manage and distribute information and reduce the need to store and reference hard copy documents.
Includes BR-Receipts – Quicken and Quickbooks Compatible Receipt Management Software
BR-Receipts lets you export your receipt data into Quicken and Quickbooks software to help simplify bookkeeping and reporting4.
Brother Is at Your Side
Brother stands behind your purchase with free phone support for the life of your product. Whether you have a question or a technical issue, Brother is always at your side.
Features
- Scans single- and double-sided documents in a single pass, in both color and black/white, at up to 18 ppm5
- Wireless network connectivity, plus USB interface for local connections
- Intuitive 2.7″ color TouchScreen display with customizable shortcuts for common scanning destinations, including cloud applications such as Google Drive, Evernote, Dropbox, Picasa Web Albums, Facebook, Flickr, Box, and SkyDrive1
- Easily scans business and embossed plastic I.D. cards, receipts, photos, and documents 34″6
- Enhanced “scan-to” destinations, including: PC (file, image, e-mail, and OCR), FTP, Network, E-mail server, USB Flash Drive2, cloud applications, plus mobile devices using the free iPrint&Scan app3
- Bundled with a valuable suite of scanning software, including PDF conversion7, desktop document, receipt and business card management programs
- Includes advanced scanning features as deskew support, blank page removal, auto image rotation, and background removal
- Includes BR-Receipts software, offering organization of scanned receipts and data exporting to Quicken and Quickbooks4
- Windows, Mac, and Linux compatible
- Free phone support for the life of your machine

What’s in the Box
- ImageCenter ADS-1500W Scanner
- USB Interface Cable
- AC Adapter
- Receipt Carrier Sheet
- Installation DVD
- User’s Manual (Accesible from DVD)
- Quick Setup Guide
- Warranty Sheet
- Product Registration Sheet
Brother Desktop Scanners
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Maximum Paper Capacity | 20 sheet document feeder | 20 sheet document feeder | 50 sheet document feeder | 50 sheet document feeder |
Two-sided (duplex) scanning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Scanning Speed LTR at 300 dpi | Simplex: Up to 16 ppm; Duplex Up to 32 imp | Simplex: Up to 18 ppm; Duplex: Up to 36 imp | Simplex: Up to 24 ppm; Duplex: Up to 48 imp | Simplex: Up to 24 ppm; Duplex: Up to 48 imp |
Media Types & Sizes | Paper documents, receipts, photos, business cards, plastic ID cards (drivers license, healthcare); Up to 8.5″ (w) x 34″ (l) | Paper documents, receipts, photos, business cards, plastic ID cards (drivers license, healthcare); Up to 8.5″ (w) x 34″ (l) | Paper documents, receipts, photos, business cards, plastic ID cards (drivers license, healthcare); Up to 8.5″ (w) x 34″ (l) | Paper documents, receipts, photos, business cards, plastic ID cards (drivers license, healthcare); Up to 8.5″ (w) x 34″ (l) |
Scan-to Destinations | E-mail, image, OCR, file, USB flash memory drive2 & Android phone or tablet8 | E-mail, image, OCR, file, USB flash memory drive2, Android phone or tablet8, direct to cloud, network, e-mail server | E-mail, image, OCR, file, USB flash memory drive2 & Android phone or tablet8 | E-mail, image, OCR, file, USB flash memory drive2 & Android phone or tablet8, direct to cloud, network, e-mail server |
Web Connect | Access Google Docs, Evernote, Dropbox, Box.net, Skydrive, Picasa Web Album, Flickr, and Facebook accounts via the Web Connect TouchScreen Interface | Access Google Docs, Evernote, Dropbox, Box.net, Skydrive, Picasa Web Album, Flickr, and Facebook accounts via the Web Connect TouchScreen Interface | N/A | Access Google Docs, Evernote, Dropbox, Skydrive, Picasa Web Album, Flickr, and Facebook accounts via the Web Connect TouchScreen Interface |
Additional Features | Searchable PDF, blank page skip, background removal deskew support, continuous scanning (not limited to a 20 page file due to 20 page ADF) and 2-in-1 mode (scanning of ledger size documents) | Searchable PDF, blank page skip, background removal deskew support, continuous scanning (not limited to a 20 page file due to 20 page ADF) and 2-in-1 mode (scanning of ledger size documents) | Searchable PDF, blank page skip, background removal deskew support, continuous scanning (not limited to a 50 page file due to 50 page ADF) and 2-in-1 mode (scanning of ledger size documents) | Searchable PDF, blank page skip, background removal deskew support, continuous scanning (not limited to a 50 page file due to 50 page ADF) and 2-in-1 mode (scanning of ledger size documents) |
Included Software | Nuance Paper Port, Presto! PageManager 9, Presto! BizCard, and Control Center | Nuance PDF Converter Professional 7, Nuance Paper Port, Presto! PageManager 9, Presto! BizCard, and Control Center | Nuance Paper Port, Presto! PageManager 9, Presto! BizCard, and Control Center | Nuance PDF Converter Professional 7, Nuance Paper Port, Presto! PageManager 9, Presto! BizCard, and Control Center |
Driver Compatibility | TWAIN / WIA / ICA / ISIS / SANE9 | TWAIN / WIA / ICA / ISIS / SANE9 | TWAIN / WIA / ICA / ISIS / SANE9 | TWAIN / WIA / ICA / ISIS / SANE9 |
OS Compatibility | Windows / Mac OS / Linux | Windows / Mac OS / Linux | Windows / Mac OS / Linux | Windows / Mac OS / Linux |
1. Requires internet connectivity and account with desired service; additional purcase may be required.
2. USB flash memory drive not included.
3. Requires connection to a wireless network. See brother.com for details, availability, and mobile device compatibility. The Brother iPrint&Scan is not available in all countries.
4. BR-Receipts software available via download from Brother Online (only available in the USA).
5. Color and monochrome scan speed, letter size paper at 300 dpi.
6. Single sheet, single-sided, 14-29 lb bond.
7. Windows only. Nuance PDF Converter Professional not supported by Windows XP 64-bit.
8. Requires Android cable supplied with phone or tablet.
9. SANE driver available for download from Brother Solutions Center.
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