CUTTING-EDGE DOCUMENT EXAMINATION
Redefining the limits of optical performance to detect fakes, frauds, & counterfeit documents
VSC®9000
Equipped with a high-performance optical and illumination system, VSC9000 enables the examiner to conduct multi-spectral examinations of documents in microscopic detail to authenticate legitimate documents, reveal sophisticated counterfeits and to identify evidence of tampering or manipulation with unparalleled accuracy.
CUTTING-EDGE DOCUMENT EXAMINATION
Redefining the limits of optical performance to detect fakes, frauds, & counterfeit documents
VSC®9000
Equipped with a high-performance optical and illumination system, VSC9000 enables the examiner to conduct multi-spectral examinations of documents in microscopic detail to authenticate legitimate documents, reveal sophisticated counterfeits and to identify evidence of tampering or manipulation with unparalleled accuracy.
Introducing the World’s Most Advanced VSC for Document Examination
Ensuring the authenticity of critical documents is an increasingly complex challenge.
From the controlled environment of a police laboratory to the fast-moving world of international border security, VSC9000 provides a comprehensive forensic-level solution to the interrogation and analysis of all documents types.
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An Evolutionary Leap in Document Examination
The VSC9000 pushes the limits of optical performance for the detection of fake, fraudulent and counterfeit documents. Explore VSC9000 capabilities below:
Exceptional Image Clarity from Low to High Magnification
VSC9000 leverages four decades of foster+freeman expertise to capture examination-quality images of documents at up to 480x magnification.
Unmatched Accuracy in Document Examination
VSC9000 provides a comprehensive suite of tools for uncompromising detection of counterfeits, forgeries, and signs of tampering or manipulation.
Identify Fakes, Frauds and Counterfeits
Digitally dissect all forms of document, using advanced forensic analysis tools to unlock hidden evidence, authenticate genuine documents, and reveal fakes and alterations.
Because every microscopic detail matters
VSC9000 provides a complete forensic toolset to ‘dissect’ questioned documents, for the inspection of every fine detail from paper and ink composition to the presence of 3rd level embedded security features. Beyond the physical, VSC9000 can reveal and analyse every layer of digitally embedded data (including Biometric e-Chip, MRZ, IPI, RFID etc.) to provide a comprehensive 360o interrogation of a document.
PRECISION IMAGE CAPTURE
ACCURATE
ILLUMINATION
FORENSIC-LEVEL
ANALYSIS
DIGITAL
AUTHENTICATION
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Reveal the Truth Within Every Document
Leveraging over 45-years experience in forensic document examination, the VSC9000 utilises scientific-grade components and is precision manufactured to an exceptional standard to ensure the quality and performance of every system.
SRi Imaging
An optical system providing excellent clarity and image resolution for pixel-sharp magnified views of documents.
WaveTRIM
Scientific-grade filters refine LED output and provide controlled illumination to reduce glare and enhance contrast and detail for consistent document comparison.
AI Assist MRZ
A machine learning model trained on over 20,000 document images for the automated recognition of document Machine Readable Zones.
Dual Camera Advantage
Utilize seamless magnification transitions between intricate details and full A4/Letter overviews, maximising efficiency during examinations.
480x Image Magnification
Examine in microscopic detail to analyse print and manufacturing quality, and visualise micro-scale security features like taggants.
Multi-Layered Analysis
Explore the 3D surface topography to reveal imperfections, security features, and determine the order that inks, stamps, marks were applied.
PATENTED
TECHNOLOGY
Engineered with cutting-edge technology at our UK facility, VSC9000 workstations leverage unique patented innovations to deliver unparalleled forensic capabilities. (PAT ID. GB2602793A)
UNRIVALLED
EXAMINATIONS
Following over 40 years of VSC design, innovation and refinement, VSC9000 provides a comprehensive toolkit to address longstanding and modern document security challenges.
40 YEARS IN THE MAKING
INTUITIVE
MULTI-MODAL
ILLUMINATION
Utilise over 100-modes of LED and incandescent lighting to conduct examinations that span the entire forensic imaging spectrum from UV to IR.
Camera
Primary: Colour/IR high resolution, live 12MP, spectral range 350-1100nm.
Secondary: A4/Letter overview image, live 12MP, Spectral range 350-1100nm.
Standard Illumination
Incident Flood – Visible, IR, UV-A, UV-B & UV-C (LED).
Transmitted – Flood: UV, Visible, IR (LED). Spot: 400-1000nm (LED).
Oblique/Side – Visible and IR (LED)
Variable Bandpass Spot – 16x Low Pass Filters, 16x High Pass Filters (250w)
Narrow Bandpass Spot – 400-1000nm: 1nm steps (100W)
Specialist Illumination
OVD – Two-axis Visible array (LED).
Coaxial – Segmented array (LED).
Anti-Stokes – IR 980nm (LED).
3D Imaging – Visible and IR (LED).
Phosphorescence – Pulsed UV (LED).
Polarised – Visible Polarised (LED)
Microspectrometer
Absorption, reflectance, transmission and fluorescence spectra –
Spectral Range: 400-1000nm, Spatial Resolution: 2nm.
XY-Stage
Motorised stage – Movement range of at lest 60 x 45mm, step resolution 0.01mm (10μm).
Advanced Imaging Modes
- Super Resolution Imaging (SRi)
- 3D Imaging
- HyperSpectral Imaging (HSi) requires spectrometer
- High Dynamic Range Imaging (HDR)
- Focus Stacking/Focal Plane Merging
Image Comparison & Analysis
- Live image mode with complete control of camera settings and functions
- Document comparison mode (“Live vs Stored” images or “Stored vs Stored”)
- Digital enhancement mode
- Annotation and calibrated measurements
- Digital zoom up to 16x.
- Colour isolation and false-colour imaging
- Machine Identification Code (MIC) / Counterfeit Protection System (CPS) toolbox
Security Feature Authentication
- Automated MRZ recognition (AI Assist)
- IPI/Digital IPI Decoder
- LetterScreen ++ Decoder
- 1D and 2D Barcode reader
- Extended Access Control (EAC)
Users
- Application specific workspaces
- Interactive tutorial mode
- Remote Examination
Calibration & System Performance
- Automated diagnostic routines
- Lamplife monitoring
Camera
Primary: Colour/IR high resolution, live 12MP, spectral range 350-1100nm.
Secondary: A4/Letter overview image, live 12MP, Spectral range 350-1100nm.
Standard Illumination
Incident Flood – Visible, IR, UV-A, UV-B & UV-C (LED).
Transmitted – Flood: UV, Visible, IR (LED). Spot: 400-1000nm (LED).
Oblique/Side – Visible and IR (LED)
Variable Bandpass Spot – 16x Low Pass Filters, 16x High Pass Filters (250w)
Narrow Bandpass Spot – 400-1000nm: 1nm steps (100W)
Specialist Illumination
OVD – Two-axis Visible array (LED).
Coaxial – Segmented array (LED).
Anti-Stokes – IR 980nm (LED).
3D Imaging – Visible and IR (LED).
Phosphorescence – Pulsed UV (LED).
Polarised – Visible Polarised (LED)
Microspectrometer
Absorption, reflectance, transmission and fluorescence spectra –
Spectral Range: 400-1000nm, Spatial Resolution: 2nm.
XY-Stage
Motorised stage – Movement range of at lest 60 x 45mm, step resolution 0.01mm (10μm).
Advanced Imaging Modes
- Super Resolution Imaging (SRi)
- 3D Imaging
- HyperSpectral Imaging (HSi) requires spectrometer
- High Dynamic Range Imaging (HDR)
- Focus Stacking/Focal Plane Merging
Image Comparison & Analysis
- Live image mode with complete control of camera settings and functions
- Document comparison mode (“Live vs Stored” images or “Stored vs Stored”)
- Digital enhancement mode
- Annotation and calibrated measurements
- Digital zoom up to 16x.
- Colour isolation and false-colour imaging
- Machine Identification Code (MIC) / Counterfeit Protection System (CPS) toolbox
Security Feature Authentication
- Automated MRZ recognition (AI Assist)
- IPI/Digital IPI Decoder
- LetterScreen ++ Decoder
- 1D and 2D Barcode reader
- Extended Access Control (EAC)
Users
- Application specific workspaces
- Interactive tutorial mode
- Remote Examination
Calibration & System Performance
- Automated diagnostic routines
- Lamplife monitoring
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Applications
FORENSIC LABORATORY
For the highest level of document examination, the VSC9000 equips forensic QDE professionals with a comprehensive suite of tools for the dissection and interrogation of written and printed documents.
MICROSCOPIC FINE-DETAIL INSPECTION
Reveal alterations and imperfections with pixel-perfect imaging of documents at up to 480x magnification. Boasting the single greatest leap-forward in image quality during our 40+ year history of VSC product development, the VSC9000 displays live images of unparalleled quality. The micrometer-precise motorized XY-stage allows examiners to navigate documents and meticulously analyse every detail in real-time.
SURFACE/MATERIAL
ANALYSIS
Apply scientific techniques to obtain information about a document’s material properties. The system’s integrated high-resolution spectrometer delivers non-destructive, quantifiable analysis of a document’s material composition. Measuring absorption, reflectance, transmission, and fluorescence spectra, aids in material identification, detection of alterations, and may support age or origin verification in specific cases.
BORDER SECURITY
Providing the final word in document examination for identity authentication, the VSC9000 is an essential tool for border security at air, land and sea ports of entry, immigration centres, and any location requiring high-level and reliable document checks.
ePASSPORT CHIP
DATA ANALYSIS
Extract, decode, and examine data to facilitate Chip Authentication and Terminal Authentication on ePassports. The VSC9000 enables the user to view all personal data contained on the RFID chip of an ICAO-compliant Electronic Machine-Readable Travel Document. This includes the MRZ and face image protected by Basic Access Control as well as other biometric and
document-specific features.
BIOMETRIC FACIAL
IDENTIFICATION
Compare and identify document owners using class-leading facial identification technology powered by Gemalto Cogent LFIS. Equipped with an optional camera, the VSC9000 can provide near instantaneous comparison of live (webcam), embedded (echip), and printed photographs to authenticate the likeness of a document holder. Trained by neural networks, the LFIS algorithm ensures efficiency and accuracy for face detection and recognition.
