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pimplink · 10-01-2003, 10:05 AM

In the market for at least a 1200 x 2400 dpi scanner. Pls post your recommendations here. Need it to scan drawings and b&w line images only.

10-01-2003, 10:26 AM

You can't go wrong with HP. I'm using 5400c (2400 dpi, 48 bit color)

pimplink · 10-01-2003, 12:43 PM

Any other recommendations? Looking for a fast but high quality output scanner for black & white line art or drawings.

liquidmoe · 10-01-2003, 01:00 PM

I have a UMAX 2100U which I got a few years ago, never had any problems or complaints against it, used it mostly for scanning black and white, although I think its color scanning could be better, but I think thats because I was using the internal WindowsXP interface to it, instead of the provided software. But definitely check out some UMAX options, reasonably priced, last a long time, and overall very hassle free scanners. imo.

pimplink · 10-01-2003, 01:02 PM

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Originally posted by liquidmoe
I have a UMAX 2100U which I got a few years ago, never had any problems or complaints against it, used it mostly for scanning black and white, although I think its color scanning could be better, but I think thats because I was using the internal WindowsXP interface to it, instead of the provided software. But definitely check out some UMAX options, reasonably priced, last a long time, and overall very hassle free scanners. imo.

How much is its max DPI? Does it save directly to JPG?

Ive been looking at Canon Lide 30 1200 x 2400 dpi max rez. But am checking out what else is out there.

gornyhuy · 10-01-2003, 01:03 PM

I've had both top and bottom of the line HP scanners and have had no complaints. If you are just going for B&W and line art you can probably get away with a real cheap one and still get great results.

nosey · 10-01-2003, 01:03 PM

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Originally posted by novaknet
You can't go wrong with HP. I'm using 5400c (2400 dpi, 48 bit color)

LadyMischief · 10-01-2003, 01:04 PM

Epson is usually good.. I've had nothing but good experiences with them.

pimplink · 10-01-2003, 01:13 PM

One other consideration I've noticed besides resolution and price is scan speed. Which make and model offers the best speed while having good resolution (for B & W) and is affordable?

pimplink · 10-01-2003, 06:49 PM

bumparooski

KRL · 10-01-2003, 08:22 PM

I have an Epson 2400. Quality is flawless.

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pimplink Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Closer than you think Posts: 9,535	Any other recommendations? Looking for a fast but high quality output scanner for black & white line art or drawings. __________________ Need Mainstream Content and SEO? SEO * Website Copy * Blogs Blogging - PR Work - Forum Marketing - Social Marketing - Link building - Articles 100% Guaranteed Content!

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10-01-2003, 01:13 PM	#9
pimplink Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Closer than you think Posts: 9,535	One other consideration I've noticed besides resolution and price is scan speed. Which make and model offers the best speed while having good resolution (for B & W) and is affordable? __________________ Need Mainstream Content and SEO? SEO * Website Copy * Blogs Blogging - PR Work - Forum Marketing - Social Marketing - Link building - Articles 100% Guaranteed Content!

10-01-2003, 10:26 AM	#2
Gasper Guest Posts: n/a	You can't go wrong with HP. I'm using 5400c (2400 dpi, 48 bit color)

10-01-2003, 01:00 PM	#4
liquidmoe Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NY Posts: 4,994	I have a UMAX 2100U which I got a few years ago, never had any problems or complaints against it, used it mostly for scanning black and white, although I think its color scanning could be better, but I think thats because I was using the internal WindowsXP interface to it, instead of the provided software. But definitely check out some UMAX options, reasonably priced, last a long time, and overall very hassle free scanners. imo.

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