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GTCO CalComp

Large Format Scanner

Product Line

2004

 

 

Technical Overview

 

 

www.gtcocalcomp.com

 

June 2004

 

 

 

 

Table of Contents

 

1.  Introducing the GTCO CalComp Wide Format Scanner Line  1-1

2.  Key Features - Fulfilling Real Needs  2-1

2.1 Easy installation – The WIDEsystem Tools CD  2-1

2.2 Interfaces – FireWire, USB and SCSI 2-1

2.2.1      Scanner Model – Interface Table  2-1

2.2.2      Interface Types - description  2-1

2.3 Operating Systems  2-1

2.4 STI (Still Image Interface) 2-1

2.5 Sensors  2-1

2.6 Scan modes  2-1

2.7 Digital Image Processing  2-1

2.8 Accuracy Lens Enhancement Technology (ALE) 2-1

2.9 Maintenance Tools for Problem-free Scanning  2-1

2.9.1      The importance of Scanner Maintenance  2-1

2.9.2      Fully Automatic Camera Alignment – Built into the Scanner 2-1

2.9.3      Fully Automatic Camera Calibration  2-1

2.9.4      Auto Monitoring and Correction  2-1

2.9.5      Fast and Easy Replacement of Vital Scanner parts  2-1

2.10      Advanced Power Management 2-1

2.11      Advanced Diagnostics Reporting  2-1

2.12      One Touch Scanning – Scan, Copy, E-mail 2-1

2.13      Document feeding mechanism - Care for your original 2-1

2.14      Thick originals  2-1

2.15      Versatile Scanner Through Software Support 2-1

2.16      GTCO CalCompNET Architecture – Scan Server to Scan Client 2-1

2.17      Upgradeable through the Smart Card  2-1

3.  Specification Comparison Table – WIDE Format Scanners  3-1

 


1.     Introducing the GTCO CalComp Wide Format Scanner Line


ScanPlus IV 954C 54” BASE and ScanPlus 954C 54” PLUS Color Scanners
The ScanPlus IV 954C 54” wide format color scanners are the widest of the GTCO CalComp scanner line and are designed for optimal performance in both color and B&W. This is the scanner without limits and the device for businesses and users who scan many large format documents in all sizes and thicknesses in both color and B/W. The ScanPlus IV 954C 54” scanners are designed with a special All-Wheel-Drive system for a firm hold on very wide originals and a straight scan path. The Automatic Thickness Adjustment Control (ATAC) ensures easy, effective and precise scanning of large and thick media.

 

ScanPlus IV 954C 54” BASE

ScanPlus IV 954C 54” PLUS

Scan Width

54”

54”

Optical Resolution

508 dpi

508 dpi

Max Resolution

800 dpi

2400 dpi

Color Speed at 400 dpi turbo

1.5 “/sec

3.0 “/sec

Index Speed at 400 dpi turbo

3.0 “/sec

3.0 “/sec

Graytone & B/W Speed at 400 dpi turbo

4.0 “/sec

8.0 “/sec

Scan Accuracy

0.1% +- 1pixel

0.1% +-1 pixel

Interface

FireWire + Ultrafast SCSI

FireWire + Ultrafast SCSI

 

 

 


ScanPlus IV 942 XL BASE and ScanPlus IV 942 XL PLUS Color Scanners

The ScanPlus IV 942 XL 42” wide-format color scanners incorporate the very latest in imaging technology for high-quality full color scanning and copying. High resolutions, easy maintenance, user replaceable parts and Automatic Thickness Adjustment Control (ATAC) are all combined in the ScanPlus IV 942 XL 42” making it the perfect device for effective and reliable high-production scanning. The new scanner design includes also easy access to interface connections and cameras with high-speed adjustment during scanner maintenance. 

 

ScanPlus IV 942 XL BASE

ScanPlus IV 942 XL PLUS

Scan Width

42”

42”

Optical Resolution

508 dpi

508 dpi

Max Resolution

800 dpi

2400 dpi

Color Speed at 400 dpi turbo

1.5 “/sec

3.0 “/sec

Index Speed at 400 dpi turbo

3.0 “/sec

3.0 “/sec

Graytone and B/W Speed at 400 dpi turbo

4.0 “/sec

10.0 “/sec

Scan Accuracy

0.1% +- 1pixel

0.1% +-1 pixel

Interface

FireWire + USB2

FireWire + USB2

 


 

 

 

 

ScanPlus IV 742 XL BASE and ScanPlus IV 742 XL PLUS Color Scanners.

The ScanPlus IV 742 XL scanners are designed to give professionals the best in high speed monochrome scanning with the additional feature of quality color scanning for special jobs.  With highly fast and effective monochrome scanning and the option to scan in perfect color, these devices offer a very cost-effective solution for CAD, AEC and GIS professionals. High resolutions, easy maintenance, user replaceable parts and Automatic Thickness Adjustment Control (ATAC) are all combined in the ScanPlus IV 742 XL 42” making it the perfect device for effective and reliable high-production scanning. The new scanner design includes also easy access to interface connections and cameras with high-speed adjustment during scanner maintenance. 

 

 

ScanPlus IV 742 XL BASE

ScanPlus IV 742 XL PLUS

Scan Width

42”

42”

Optical Resolution

508 dpi

508 dpi

Max Resolution

800 dpi

2400 dpi

Color Speed at 400 dpi turbo

0.6 “/sec

0.6 “/sec

Index Speed at 400 dpi turbo

3.0 “/sec

3.0 “/sec

Graytone and B/W Speed at 400 dpi turbo

4.0 “/sec

10.0 “/sec

Scan Accuracy

0.1% +- 1pixel

0.1% +-1 pixel

Interface

FireWire + USB2

FireWire + USB2

 


ScanPlus IV 936C BASE and ScanPlus IV 936C PLUS Color Scanners
The ScanPlus IV 936C wide format color scanners incorporate the latest in imaging technology for high quality full color scanning and copying. The 36" imaging area handles large color posters, architectural sketches, detailed maps, drawings and fine art of E-size/A0 or smaller. This scanner offers a cost-effective solution for reprographics, graphic arts, GIS and CAD professionals worldwide. The ScanPlus IV 936C opens new possibilities for Sign companies, Pre press shops, Pre-press labs, Copy shops, POP/Exhibit/Display providers, Mapping, Architect and Engineer offices.

 

ScanPlus IV 936C BASE

ScanPlus IV 936C PLUS

Scan Width

36”

36”

Optical Resolution

400 dpi

400 dpi

Max Resolution

800 dpi

2400 dpi

Color Speed at 400 dpi turbo

1.5 “/sec

3.0 “/sec

Index Speed at 400 dpi turbo

3.0 “/sec

3.0 “/sec

Graytone and B/W Speed at 400 dpi turbo

3.0 “/sec

6.0 “/sec

Scan Accuracy

0.1% +- 1pixel

0.1% +-1 pixel

Interface

FireWire + Ultrafast SCSI

FireWire + Ultrafast SCSI

 


 

 

 

ScanPlus IV 736C BASE and ScanPlus IV 736C PLUS Color Scanners
The ScanPlus IV 736C wide format color scanners, with fast monochrome capabilities, offer top level scanning at a highly affordable price. The 36" imaging area handles large color posters, architectural sketches, detailed maps, drawings and fine art of E-size/A0 or smaller. This scanner offers a cost-effective solution for reprographics, graphic arts, GIS and CAD professionals worldwide and opens new possibilities for even small Sign companies, Pre press shops, Pre-press labs, Copy shops, POP/Exhibit/Display providers, Mapping, Architect and Engineer offices.

 

ScanPlus IV 736C BASE

ScanPlus IV 736C PLUS

Scan Width

36”

36”

Optical Resolution

400 dpi

400 dpi

Max Resolution

800 dpi

2400 dpi

Color Speed at 400 dpi turbo

0.3 “/sec

0.3 “/sec

Index Speed at 400 dpi turbo

1.5 “/sec

1.5 “/sec

Graytone B/W Speed at 400 dpi turbo

3.0 “/sec

6.0 “/sec

Scan Accuracy

0.1% +- 1pixel

0.1% +-1 pixel

Interface

FireWire + Ultrafast SCSI

FireWire + Ultrafast SCSI

 


ScanPlus IV 436 CX BASE and ScanPlus IV 436 CX PLUS Color Scanners

The new ScanPlus IV 436 CX scanner marks a whole new era in scanning technology. This scanner is the result of innovative and revolutionary design solutions making fast high quality monochrome scanning affordable for a whole new range of users. With the additional feature of color scanning you get a tool that covers many aspects of your scanning needs.  This scanner is the perfect solution for CAD and AEC professionals and copy service providers in large and small businesses. The 36" imaging area handles large color posters, architectural sketches, detailed maps, drawings and fine art of E-size/A0 or smaller. Scanner features include user-replaceable parts and automatic scanner maintenance.

 

 

ScanPlus IV 436 CX BASE

ScanPlus IV 436 CX PLUS

Scan Width

36”

36”

Optical Resolution

200 dpi

200 dpi

Max Resolution

400 dpi

800 dpi

Color Speed at 400 dpi turbo

0.3 “/sec

3.0 “/sec

Index Speed at 400 dpi turbo

1.5 “/sec

3.0 “/sec

Graytone and B/W Speed at 400 dpi turbo

8.0 “/sec

10.0 “/sec

Scan Accuracy

0.1% +- 1pixel

0.1% +-1 pixel

Interface

FireWire + USB2

FireWire + USB2

 


 

 

 

 

ScanPlus IV 536 TX and ScanPlus IV 536 TX PLUS Monochrome Scanners
This is a wide format monochrome at a highly affordable price. The GTCO CalComp ScanPlus IV 536 TX wide-format scanners are designed to give professionals the best in large format monochrome scanning. The 36" wide imaging area handles large E-size/A0 engineering drawings, architectural sketches, maps, blueprints and sepias. The ScanPlus IV 536 TX scanners offer top-level image quality at bottom-level prices, making them the perfect cost-effective solution for CAD, AEC and GIS professionals in large and small businesses.

 

ScanPlus IV 536 TX BASE

ScanPlus IV 536 TX PLUS

Scan Width

36”

36”

Optical Resolution

400 dpi

400 dpi

Max Resolution

600 dpi

800 dpi

Color Speed at 400 dpi turbo

-

-

Index Speed at 400 dpi turbo

-

-

Graytone and B/W Speed at 400 dpi turbo

4.0 “/sec

8.0 “/sec

Scan Accuracy

0.1% +- 1pixel

0.1% +-1 pixel

Interface

FireWire + Ultrafast SCSI

FireWire + Ultrafast SCSI

 


ScanPlus IV 925 SX BASE and ScanPlus IV 925 SX PLUS Color Scanners
The ScanPlus IV 925 SX wide format color scanners incorporate the best in wide format imaging technology in a compact 25” scanner. These scanners will fit in any office and are perfect devices for creating in-house graphics and impressive presentations right off the desktop. This scanner is the right investment for Sign companies, Pre press shops, Photo labs, copy shops, POP/Exhibit/Display providers, Architect and Engineer offices.

 

ScanPlus IV 925 SX BASE

ScanPlus IV 925 SX PLUS

Scan Width

25”

25”

Optical Resolution

424 dpi

424 dpi

Max Resolution

800 dpi

2400 dpi

Color Speed at 400 dpi turbo

0.5 “/sec

1.5 “/sec

Index Speed at 400 dpi turbo

1.5 “/sec

1.5 “/sec

Garytone and B/W Speed at 400 dpi turbo

4.0 “/sec

4.0 “/sec

Scan Accuracy

0.1% +- 1pixel

0.1% +-1 pixel

Interface

FireWire + USB2

FireWire + USB2

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

ScanPlus IV 725 SX BASE and ScanPlus IV 725 SX PLUS Monochrome or Color Scanners
The ScanPlus IV 725 SX BASE scanner is upgradeable from monochrome-only to the ScanPlus IV 725 SX PLUS monochrome and color.  These 25” scanners are designed to introduce professionals to wide format document scanning at a highly affordable price while keeping their options open, because, like the reptile, this scanner can adapt if the need arises. These compact 25” scanners will fit in any office and are perfect devices for creating in-house graphics and impressive presentations right off the desktop. This scanner is the right investment for Graphics and designer firms, Sign Companies, Pre-press shops, Photo Labs, Copy shops, POP/Exhibit/Display Providers, Architect and Engineer offices.

 

ScanPlus IV 725 SX BASE

ScanPlus IV 725 SX PLUS

Scan Width

25”

25”

Optical Resolution

424 dpi

424 dpi

Max Resolution

800 dpi

2400 dpi

Color Speed at 400 dpi turbo

-

0.3 “/sec

Index Speed at 400 dpi turbo

-

0.8 “/sec

Graytone and B/W Speed at 400 dpi turbo

4.0 “/sec

4.0 “/sec

Scan Accuracy

0.1% +- 1pixel

0.1% +-1 pixel

Interface

FireWire + USB2

FireWire + USB2

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


2.     Key Features - Fulfilling Real Needs

2.1     Easy installation – The WIDEsystem Tools CD

The WIDEsystem Tools CD-ROM is supplied with each new scanner. The CD contains all users need to get the scanner up and running plus the utilities for maintenance.

As a minimum, the WIDEsystem Tools CD-ROM will contain:

·          The scanner drivers (in WIDEsystem)

·          Scanner Maintenance software

·          Scanner Operators Guide

·          Scanner Maintenance Instructions

 

2.2     Interfaces – FireWire, USB and SCSI 

2.2.1     Scanner Model – Interface Table

The table below shows the interface types supported on each scanner model.

 

Scanner Model

Interface Type(s)

 

 

ScanPlus IV 725 SX BASE, PLUS

FireWire + USB2

ScanPlus IV 925 SX BASE, PLUS

FireWire + USB2

ScanPlus IV 536 TX BASE, PLUS

FireWire + SCSI

ScanPlus IV 436 CX BASE, PLUS

FireWire + USB2

ScanPlus IV 736C BASE, PLUS

FireWire + SCSI

ScanPlus IV 936C BASE, PLUS

FireWire + SCSI

ScanPlus IV 742 XL BASE, PLUS

FireWire + USB2

ScanPlus IV 942 XL BASE, PLUS

FireWire + USB2

ScanPlus Iv 954C BASE, PLUS

FireWire + SCSI

 

The Interface types and their advantages are described in the following section.

 

2.2.2     Interface Types - description

FireWire

Major manufacturers of multimedia devices have been adopting the FireWire technology, and for good reason. FireWire speeds up the movement of multimedia data and large files and enables easy connection of digital consumer products directly to a personal computer.

FireWire can accommodate 400 megabits (around 50 megabytes) per second, which is more than adequate for high volume scanning of large formats. FireWire is a plug-and-play (PnP) specification. FireWire usage requires a FireWire Card and Port installed on the computer. FireWire support is rapidly becoming a standard installation on new PC’s. With FireWire enabled on the PC, Windows will detect the new device after which it will guide you through installation of the driver supplied with your scanner.

A FireWire card is supplied with the scanner.

 

USB 2.0