Overview
ISO/IEC 29341-9-13:2008 - "Information technology - UPnP Device Architecture - Part 9-13: Imaging Device Control Protocol - Scan Service" specifies the UPnP Scan Service model for networked scanners and multifunction imaging devices. It defines the service interface, state variables, actions, eventing rules and XML service template needed to expose scan functionality over ad-hoc or unmanaged IP networks using the UPnP Device Architecture. The standard enables interoperable, plug-and-play scan operations for home, small business and public-network environments.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Service model and state variables: Defines variables used to manage scan jobs and device state, including JobName, FailureCode, State/StateReason, ImageFormat, CompressionFactor, ImageType, ColorType, BitDepth, ColorSpace, UseFeeder, SideCount/SideNumber, Resolution, ScanLength, Timeout, JobID, DeviceID, and limit parameters (HeightLimit, WidthLimit, X/Y limits).
- Action set: Standardizes actions for job control and configuration such as StartScan, Start, Stop, Abort, SetConfiguration, GetConfiguration, GetSideInformation, GetDestination, and GetState. Action argument lists and expected outputs are defined in the XML template.
- Eventing and moderation: Specifies event notification behavior and moderation rules so control points can reliably monitor job progress and error conditions.
- Theory of operation and flows: Includes operation examples (feeder/no-feeder, push vs. pull image transfer), buffer behavior, timeouts, and sheet/image area mapping to help implementers handle real-world scanner interactions.
- XML service template and testing: Provides an XML template for the Scan Service (Scan:1.0) and test guidelines (syntax tests, StartScan tests) to ensure conformance.
- Scan-to-print and MIME: Annex covers practical use of multipart MIME for direct scan-to-print workflows and interaction with other UPnP services (Feeder, ExternalActivity).
Practical applications and users
- Device manufacturers implementing networked scanners or multifunction printers (MFPs) who need a standardized UPnP scan interface.
- Firmware and software developers building scan control clients, mobile apps, or PC utilities that discover and control network scanners using UPnP.
- System integrators creating impromptu networks in homes, small offices or public spaces requiring plug-and-play scanning, scan-to-print or automated scan workflows.
- QA and interoperability labs using the provided test cases and XML template for conformance testing.
Related standards
- ISO/IEC 29341 series (UPnP Device Architecture) - Part 9 family for Imaging Device Control Protocol
- UPnP Device Architecture and UPnP specifications for device discovery, description, control, eventing and presentation
Keywords: ISO/IEC 29341-9-13:2008, UPnP Scan Service, Imaging Device Control Protocol, network scanner, scan-to-print, UPnP Device Architecture, scan job management, image format, eventing.