DRS 2020 DCS PLUS

The METIS DRS 2020 DCS features a state-of-the-art digital camera with 16K imaging sensor that allows the extension of native optical resolution up to 1600 PPI (software ad­justable from 100 to 3200 PPI).

The DRS-DCS scanning system comes with the new and improved DC Synchrolight lighting system updated to the latest LED technology with enhanced lighting power and colour rendering. The DC Synchrolight (Dynamically Controlled Synchronized Light) is a patent-protected METIS technology: 4 light sources (Standard) or 8 light sources (Plus).

METIS DC Synchrolight gives the ability to control and change dynamically, instantly and automatically the angle and intensity of the light emitted by the various light sources in the scanning area. This makes it possible to optimise the result of the digitisation, depending on the type and nature of the originals.

The METIS SuperScan mode and “MDC” file format make it possible for all the natural light schematics to be recorded and accessed within a single file. Moreover, the Light Inspector software allows you to evaluate all different visual appearances, in real-time, without rescanning the original. Therefore, METIS technology can quickly find the best natural light schematic out of thousands of options in real-time, delivering results that no other system on the market can match.

With the ability to evaluate light changes in real-time, it allows for a rapid and efficient reproduction of even the most challenging originals. This substantially streamlines and accelerates your scanning workflow.

Additionally, with the METIS Photometric Stereo 3D, you can quickly calculate and extrapolate 3D data from the 2D colour data obtained from the MDC SuperScan file in just seconds

DRS systems come with a suite of METIS software specially designed for different decor and fine art applications. This includes the Scan Director, Light Inspector and Color Profiler, among others. All METIS software tools are user-friendly and seamlessly integrated with each other to ensure a smooth workflow and excellent results for any task.

The scanning format can be expanded to larger sizes using the “Scan Merge” tool. Different captures can be seamlessly and automatically stitched together, covering up to approximately 6 metres in length.

DRS systems integrate all cutting-edge METIS technologies, including the ability to SuperScan. This is an advanced but entirely automated acquisition mode only available in METIS scanners that allows you to:

• modify the visual appearance after scanning without the need to rescan. Bringing creativity back to the scanning workflow process and significantly enhancing and streamlining industrial scanning production;
• generate a dense and accurate 3D Depth Map through the “METIS Photometric Stereo 3D” technology. METIS has been at the forefront of pioneering and perfecting this technique since 2013. They have also enhanced their software with 3D tools to optimise the data for various purposes, such as engraving, digital embossing, visual evaluation, PBR, and more.
• generate a special Glossiness Map for printing/engraving/visualisation purposes. For example, for adding special coatings or finishing to materials surfaces and for Multi-Gloss embossing;
• generate additional Maps for PBR (Physically Based Rendering) applications. For example: Normal Map, Roughness Map, Metalness Map. But also simulating and validating the different Maps in a real PBR workflow is possible directly from the MDC file and from within the METIS software.

The scanner is incredibly user-friendly and highly automated. You can change light schematics without having to manually adjust exposure, contrast, or grey balance. It also continuously monitors temperature in order to deliver consistent and reproducible results over time. The scanner itself serves as the expert and handles all the technical details.

The DRS 2020 DCS, just like all other DRS-DCS systems, boasts a high scanning speed, seamless operation, and impeccable colour accuracy. Moreover, it can effortlessly handle very large files, has a significantly large depth of field that users can adjust as needed, and is engineered for long-term durability.

METIS systems feature exceptional geometrical accuracy, making them suitable for even the most demanding professional drawing and cartography applications.

Learning how to operate the METIS DRS 2020 DCS is a breeze. The software is easy to use and features a user-friendly interface that empowers even beginners to quickly master professional scanning techniques.

• Scan format: 200 x 120 cm (78.74 x 47.24 in), Dimensions can be extended thanks to the proprietary Scan Merge tool which allows perfectly and automatically stitching different acquisitions
• Maximum thickness: ~ 15 cm (7.87 in) at 200 x 120 cm (78.74 x 47.24 in) format; up to 50 cm (19.68 in) at smaller formats
• New camera: allows extension of native optical resolution
• Higher optical resolution: up to 1600 PPI (software adjustable from 100 to 3200 PPI)
• Image sensor: 16K CMOS trilinear, High Dynamic Range, low noise, high colour fidelity
• Very large depth of field (user selectable)
• Image processing: 16bit per channel (48bit) independently from selected output format
• Acquisition modes: Scan, SuperScan, Direct SuperScan, DOF+ (various combinations are also possible)
• Auto-focus: Via the simple-to-use software, the lighting system and camera lens automatically adjust to the selected resolution and allow the easy compensation of originals’ thickness
• Patented lighting system: 4 light sources (Standard) or 8 light sources (Plus), with variable intensity; thousands of different light schematics can be obtained through dimming and light distance setting (fully automated and software controlled)
• Light source type: High CRI LEDs, IR/UV free
• High grade precision/reliable mechanics and optics
• METIS software: all software runs natively at 64bit on Win­dows 10 or 11 64bit Professional edition
• METIS Scan Director software: Drives the METIS scanners, integrating all the tools and features needed to capture the highest quality data both simply and effectively.  Included within Scan Director are the METIS Light Inspector and METIS Color Profiler software to provide a smooth and optimal workflow
• METIS Light Inspector software: Provides extensive features needed for the post-processing of a METIS scan, such as adjustment of the light and visual appearance, the generation of the 3D Depth, Glossiness, and Normal MAPs, to the automatic stitching tool
• METIS Color Profiler software: Automatically handles the colour accuracy of the scanner with tools for calibration, profile creation and conversion, and the validation of colour and ICC profiles. The software also fully supports ICC profiles from scan, on-screen visualisation, to the exported data
• Image save formats: Metis MDC, Standard TIFF (Colour: 48 or 24bit; Grayscale: 16 or 8bit), JPEG and other formats are also available in normal scan mode
• Holding table: (~) 250 x 140 cm (98.43 x 55.12 in), can hold up to 200 Kg (440.92 lbs.), integrated pressure sensors
• METIS Vacuum Table: optional
• Scanner sizes: (~) 295 cm (116.14 in) length, 243 cm (95.67 in) width, 238 cm (93.7 in) height

• Customisable user profiles for workflow optimisation and system settings retrieving
• Fast preview for real-time adjustments. Live display of image adjustments and ability to switch between predefined presets.
• Automatic lighting calibration and grey balance tools
• Colour/density tools: exposure, contrast, highlight, shadows, gamma, automatic adjustments, black and white points, histograms and point analysis, etc.
• View full-resolution image immediately after the scan
• “Light Inspector” tools allow for real-time natural light schematic variations and evaluation
• Full ICC support, always the best colour accuracy
• and much more.