Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Largeformat ( Large format ) A3 Scanner
The ScanMaker 9800XL brings affordable Tabloidsize ( Tabloid size ) scanning to the corporate user or graphic designer. This 48-bit color unit can accommodate A3 or Bsize ( B size ) originals scanning images up to 12 inch x 17 inch at an optical resolution of 3200 x 1600 dpi. The large scan bed is also useful for production scanning environments allowing a batch scan of up to ten 3.5 inch x 5 inch photos on the bed at one time. A transparent media adapter ( optional ) is also available for scanning film a versatile solution for imaging professionals.
Specifications :
- Bit Depth : 48-bit
- Colour Passes : Single pass
- Optical Resolution : 3200 x 1600 dpi
- Max. Interpolated Resolution : 12800 x 12800 dpi
- 3.7 Dmax Dynamic Range
- Scan Area : 12 inch x 17 inch ( Reflective ) 16 inch x 12 inch Transparency Option.
- Interface Type : Triple interface: FireWire USB and SCSIII ( SCSI II )
- Platform : Microsoft Windows and Macintosh
- Image Sensor : CCD
- Includes ScanWizard Pro 6.1x Network Support ( for Windows ) and Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler software.
- Weight : 14.51 Kg
- Dimensions ( LxWxH ) : 62.7 x 37.6 x 13.0 cm / 24.7 inch x 14.8 inch x 5.12 inch
Flatbed Scanner
Flatbed (or Desktop) scanners for home or office use. A flatbed scanner allows you to place the document on a glass window for scanning. Flatbed scanners are multipurpose machines that can be used to scan photos and images, documents, slides and negatives. They can suit a variety of applications including design, photo restoration, X-ray scanning, film and technical graphics.
Microtek Internation have been around since 1980. They have branched into a few different areas, although their expertise remains in scanning. During the mid 90's Microtek took over from Agfa scanenrs and now are the leader in A3 professional scanning solutions.
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