Negative Scanner Mac

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Polaroid 4000 DPI Scanner

Brand: Polaroid Model: Sprint Scan 4000 Platforms: Windows NT, Mac, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 3.5, Windows NT 4, Windows NT 5, PowerMac, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Server, Mac OS X, Mac OS 9 and below, Windows Dimensions: 12.50" h x 5.50" w x 7.00" l, 8.00 pounds Ideal for scanning Advanced Photo System film formats Sharp images with 4,000 dots per inch (dpi) 3.4 optical density in under a minute Compatible with PC or Macintosh computers Single-pass sensor technology

The Polaroid 4000 DPI scanner is designed for the professional who demands businesslike efficiency, with high resolution and excellent image quality, from a film scanner. The Polaroid 4000 is adapted for 35mm film in strip or slide format (with an optional accessory, it will also accept APS film). It is a 36-bit film scanner with an optical resolution of 4,000 x 4,000 dpi, and dynamic range of 3.4. All these advantage tally up to premium quality and resolution. IQA imaging technology automatically analyzes and color-corrects your scan, reducing editing time. Combining excellent resolution with fast performance, single-pass sensor technology, and acute image quality, Polaroid has designed an impressive, easy-to-use scanner.Top-quality output is paramount in the design of the Polaroid 4000. It automatically eliminates surface imperfections such as dust and scratches. Furthermore, you'll find an impressive list of features, including split-screen preview, automatic image sizing, and saving-scan settings. Crisp clean colors and good tonality are central to Polaroid's design. Two more notable characteristics include precise image cropping that permits working with smaller sections of an image while still identifying recognizable detail, and an automatic advance of a six-image film strip or four-image mounted slide holder.The PolaColor Insight Pro software included with the product provides a simple interface and a tool for basic and advanced scanning tasks, compatible with both PC and Mac. You can save your images on the PC in TIFF and/or BMP formats, or on the Macintosh in TIFF, PSD, and/or JPEG file formats. The unit is matte black and compact, and comes with a SCSI-2 interface, a cable, a controller board, and AdvanSys's Super SCSI setup utilities. Also included are two carriers for 35mm strips and slides.

Most helpful customer reviews 17 of 17 people found the following review helpful. Good quality, very high price By A Customer Despite dramatic improvements in digital photography, film is still preferred by many photographers. For them, the Polaroid SprintScan 4000 (...) combines the highest resolution in a desktop film scanner with fast performance, excellent image quality, and a remarkably easy-to-use interface. The SprintScan is a 36-bit film scanner with an optical resolution of 4,000 by 4,000 ppi and dynamic range of 3.4. By comparison, the top resolution of the Nikon SuperCoolScan (...) is 2,700 by 2,700 ppi, with a dynamic range of 3.2. Matte-black and compact, the SprintScan comes with a SCSI-2 interface, a cable, a controller board, and AdvanSys's Super SCSI setup utilities. Also included are two carriers for 35-mm strips and slides; an optional APS film adapter is available. The unit also ships with a quick-start guide and a single page with instructions for installing under Windows NT. The main documentation is a 74-page PDF file. Though useful for novices, the documentation lacks detailed explanations and scan tips for pros. Setup and installation are relatively simple, so long as you follow the recommended sequence of events. For instance, you must insert the film carrier after (not before) the driver loads, or the computer "loses" the SCSI connection. Although the Mac version can be installed as a Photoshop plug-in, the PC version is not Twain-compliant, so you can't scan directly into any application. Also, no provisions are supplied for creating scripts, saving images in 12-bit color, or preserving customized settings as default values. Scanning with the SprintScan is fast and easy. The PolaColor Insight interface is intuitive and offers an impressive variety of manual and automatic tools. The SprintScan took only 20.4 seconds to scan a 12.8MB slide. But this blazing speed is somewhat tempered by a 49.5-second auto-calibration routine and by the time needed to name and save a file and then open it in an application. Image quality is excellent and holds up even when magnified. Colors are accurate and tonality is very good. Though the Polaroid Sprint Scan 4000 has occasional limitations, its image quality is superb. The scanner leapfrogs over the competition in price, ease of use, and most important, high-resolution scans. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. EXCELLENT EXCELLENT machine By D. Jordan Berson This unit is easy to use, and has a great user friendly software package. The quality of scans are superb, and now that the model is older it is very affordable. (I think it was quite expensive when introduced about 10 years ago). The one drawback is that as an older model it requires a SCSI connection, and many newer computers do not have a card to accomodate this. However, I installed one in my computer and got the scanner hooked up. I spent an entire winter scanning 3000+ vintage family slides from the 50's, and they came out REALLY beautiful. Starting with a cleaned/dusted slide and high-def scan, it is not hard after playing around with the software to crop, adjust colors and contrast, dodge and burn, sharpen, remove dust spots and overall drastically improve image quality from old faded originals. I brought the 1950's back to life with my sprintscan 4000, and with remarkable results. I would highly recommend this machine to professionals and beginners alike. Too bad Polaroid got out of the scanner business, because they got this one right. See all 2 customer reviews...

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

VuPoint Magic Wand Hand Scanner - Pink (PDS-ST415PK-VP)

The VuPoint Magic Wand Hand Scanner has a Color Contact Image Sensor so you get clear, colorful images after each scan. It scans images into JPEG format, making it easy for you to store and manipulate your photos.

Brand: VuPoint Model: PDS-ST415PK-VP Dimensions: 1.20" h x 1.10" w x 10.10" l, .85 pounds Features: Scanner for color & monochromatic images, documents, magazines Sensor: A4 Color Contact image Sensor Resolution: Standard Resolution: 300x300dpi (default); High Resolution: 600x600dpi External Memory: Support Micro SD card up to 16GB (Micro SD card not included) File Format: JPEG

Most helpful customer reviews 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. perfect little scanner By SweetMissMagnolia I got this scanner to use in my genealogy research.Now I can go to relative's homes and scan their family pics without having to take them to a store. I love it. It's so handy and easy to use.Great little scanner. See all 1 customer reviews...

Monday, February 27, 2012

SVP FS1800(2GB included) Silver Digital Film & Slide Scanner w/ 2.4" LCD + AV Out, Free 2GB

Sunday, February 26, 2012

SVP FS1800 Silver(16GB include) Digital Film & Slide Scanner w/ 2.4 LCD + AV Out"

Saturday, February 25, 2012

SVP FS1800 Black(free 16GB SD) Digital Film & Slide Scanner w/ 2.4 LCD + AV Out"

Friday, February 24, 2012

HP PhotoSmart S20xi Photo Scanner

Brand: HP Model: C7150A#ABA Platforms: Windows NT, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 3.5, Windows NT 4, Windows NT 5, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Server, Windows Dimensions: 5.95 pounds Scans slides, negatives, and prints Scans 35mm film strips and slides at 2,400 dpi optical Scans photos at 300 dpi optical USB interface; 36-bit color depth Exclusive S20 scanning software to optimize and enhance photos

This versatile scanner should easily meet the needs of nonprofessional scanning enthusiasts with its high quality and affordable price tag. Optical scanning resolutions of 300 dpi (photo) and 2,400 dpi (filmstrips and slides) combine with 36-bit color depth for exceptionally accurate, bright, and clear prints. The high bit depth results in precise color tones, allowing for superfine adjustments in color quality, while the high resolution keeps your images looking crisp with clean edges and rich detail. The S20xi is simple to operate and can easily handle 35mm slides, filmstrips, negatives, and photographic prints. Maximum scanning size is 5 by 7 inches with up to 12 bits per color, linear internal resolution. Setup is a snap with plug-and-play installation provided via a USB interface. Scanning time is around one minute per frame or image, while the included software bundle lets you smooth, enhance, and otherwise maximize the quality of the originals. The S20xi also comes backed with a one-year warranty on parts and labor. This versatile scanner is sure to meet the needs of any nonprofessional scanning enthusiast. It's simple to operate and can easily handle slides and negatives as well as prints. The USB interface allows speedy connection to PC systems, and the exclusive scanning software provides plenty of options for smoothing, enhancing, or correcting your originals. Scanning time averages a minute per frame or image at 300 dpi for photos and 2,400 dpi for slides or negatives. Hewlett-Packard includes a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

Most helpful customer reviews 133 of 135 people found the following review helpful. Good beginner-serious amateur scanner By Dave After reading review after review for film scanners I decided to purchase the HP S20xi and I don't regret it. If I properly exposed a slide in the first place I hardly need to make any adjustments to the scanned sample. The S20xi scans my color and chromogenic negatives wonderfully. The scanning software that is including in the box is good. With it you can crop, adjust brightness, shadow areas, colors, etc. before you perform the actual scan. My only complaint so far (I've only had it for three days and I've scanned about 60 pictures so far) is the dust. I have a light box and I clean the neg/slide until I'm sure it's spotless before I put it in the scanner. The scanned image still has some dust spots and I've use air on the scanner to no avail. It's not too big of a deal to me to remove the dust spots using Photoshop, but it would be nice if the scanner had ICE or at least was willing to let my air remove the dust! Overall, I'm very happy with the S20xi...if you want to enhance your images for personal digital printing or simply archive your photo library to CD (as I'm doing), the S20xi is a good alternative to higher priced scanners. 31 of 32 people found the following review helpful. A dependable workhorse By caninehead I have an earlier SCSI version of this scanner (over 6 years old now and it still works great, how many IT products can you say that about?). In fact, it was my first scanner of any sort. It is a dependable workhorse that produces quality scans. The feeder for slides, film strips and prints is convenient. I use it to scan my 35 mm slides for submission to a magazine I contribute to and have had many published, some directly from the scans. It is rare that I ever scan above 600x800, even for direct publication. It is also a workhorse for my scans for web publishing and digital archiving. This scanner is the single best IT investment I have made over the years. HP's web site does include XP drivers for this scanner. 20 of 21 people found the following review helpful. Good Amateur Scanner By Gerald W. Stump This scanner will do what the ads and reviews say it will do. This scanner does nice work on reproduction of family photos and slides into small paper prints. Resolution is marginal for display prints (depending on the slide and how large you want to go). I have used this scanner to archive 30 years of family and travel slides and am happy with the result. Now I am ready to start on film larger than 35mm and must turn to another scanner. I also would like to print 11x14 inch photographs and will have to rescan slides with a higher resolution machine. Keep in mind that this scanner will do the job it is intended to do but not much more. See all 12 customer reviews...

Thursday, February 23, 2012

FS1800(with free 4GB) Silver Digital Film & Slide Scanner w/ 2.4 LCD + AV Out"

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

SVP FS1800 Silver Digital Film & Slide Scanner w/ 2.4 LCD"

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

SVP FS1800(with free 32GB)Silver Digital Film & Slide Scanner w/ 2.4 LCD + AV Out"

Monday, February 20, 2012

Epson WorkForce 600 Wireless All-in-One Printer (Black) (C11CA18201)

Epson WorkForce 600 wireless all-in-one printer makes your business look its best with its brilliant color output. Why waste money on a laser printer when you can get so much more for less, including the ability to wirelessly print and archive critical documents, or fax stacks of originals in seconds. Because time is money, the WorkForce 600 races through every task. In fact, it is about two times faster printing documents than leading competitive models. And, it uses up to three times less energy than a laser printer. Fast, affordable, and built to grow with your business, the WorkForce 600 does it all, so you can focus on the business at hand.

Color: Black Brand: Epson Model: C11CA18201 Platform: Windows Format: CD Dimensions: 9.30" h x 18.10" w x 16.10" l, 18.30 pounds CPU: AMD Athlon 1 GHz Memory: 128000MB DRAM Hard Disk: 1GB Graphics: This is the description of the PC Graphics 256MB Processors: 1 Native resolution: 640x480 Display size: 2.5 5-in-1 -- print, copy, scan, fax, photo, Wi-Fi Draft speeds up to 38 ppm (black and color) Laser quality documents about 2x faster Wi-Fi and Ethernet networking built in Extra high-capacity black ink

Manufacturer Product Description Manufacturer Product Description Show the world what your business is made of with the WorkForce 600, Epson’s new all-in-one that’s engineered for the small business and home office. This powerful performer delivers laser quality output at laser fast speeds. And, it will print photos, copy, scan and fax documents with ease. Versatile and flexible, the WorkForce 600 is made to keep up with you and your business, while making you look your very best. This sleek & powerful all-in-one can print quality documents about 2x faster than the competition. Print Speed About 2x Faster than Leading CompetitorsBoost your productivity and get speed without sacrificing quality. The WorkForce 600 blazes through documents at speeds about 2x faster than those of competitive printers*. Out of the box, it prints up to 27 ppm** (black), with a draft speed of up to 38 ppm** (black). If you demand quality documents but don’t have the time to wait around for your prints, the WorkForce 600 will be the perfect addition to your business team or home office. Whether you’re printing e-mails, Excel spreadsheets, business proposals or colorful marketing brochures, the WorkForce 600 is the right product for the job. Built-in Networking – Wi-Fi and EthernetWith Wi-Fi and Ethernet networking built in, sharing this all-in-one will be easier than ever. The WorkForce 600 can easily be shared within your workgroup so that your team can stay productive and efficient. Because of its sleek design and compact body, it’ll not only look great, but also fit virtually anywhere in your home office or small office. The built-in 30 page Auto Document Feeder, which enables you to easily copy, scan and fax stacks of documents, along with built-in networking makes this all-in-one ideal for a home office or small office environment. Wi-Fi & Ethernet networking lets you easily share the WorkForce 600 with others in your work group. Engineered for Small Business and Home Office Epson understands that small businesses develop ideas and opportunities fast -- that’s why the WorkForce 600 all-in-one was built with your printing, copying, scanning and faxing needs in mind. You’ll appreciate its ability to print high quality documents about 2x faster than competitive ink jet models, without sacrificing quality*. What’s more, revolutionary DURABrite® Ultra Ink offers brilliant results on plain and photo paper, while the Extra High-capacity Black ink cartridge enables more high-volume printing with fewer cartridge replacements. DURABrite Ultra Ink is smudge, fade and water resistant, and highlighter friendly on plain paper. Its quick-drying formula is ideal for double-sided† printing, which saves paper. And, for added peace of mind, the WorkForce 600 comes with the Epson PreferredSM program, which offers a 2-year limited warranty and toll-free support***, with registration – now, that’s product protection you can count on. Bottom line – the WorkForce 600 offers exceptionally fast printing, with versatile and flexible features you can appreciate. DURABrite Ultra Ink is water resistant, even on plain paper. Stay productive and make your business look its best with the WorkForce 600. It's the right all-in-one for your office. Features/Benefits Easily network within your workgroup — Built-in Wi-Fi® and Ethernet networking Print more, change cartridges less often — High-capacity Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow ink cartridges; Extra High-capacity Black also available Protect important documents — Smudge, fade and water resistant, highlighter friendly documents rival those from a laser printer and photos rival those from the lab Send faxes fast, even in color — Fax in as fast as 3 sec per page; store up to 60 speed dials and receive up to 180 pages in memory; also faxes legal size Print photos without a computer — Built-in memory card slots, PictBridgeTM and 2.5-inch LCD Make quick color copies and enlargements — One-touch copying with high quality scanning; reduce and enlarge 25 to 400 percent Do more with useful software included — OCR and creativity software to create flyers, brochures, calendars and more Save paper — Built-in double-sided printing Do more in less time — Copy, scan or fax stacks of documents with built-in, 30-page ADF Get speed without sacrificing quality — Laser quality documents at about 2x the speed of competitive ink jet printers* Boost your productivity — Fast draft and copy speeds — up to 38 ppm (black and color)** Get product protection you can count on — Epson PreferredSM program with 2-year limited warranty and 2-year toll-free support, with registration***, plus quick product exchange Save energy — Uses up to 3x less power than a laser printer**** * Black text printing about two times faster compared to ink jet printers priced at $199 or less, available as of April 2008. Based on independent test in default mode printing typical office documents.** Draft pages per minute (ppm) speeds measured after first page, based on black and color text patterns in Draft Mode on plain paper. Laser quality pages per minute (ppm) speeds measured after first page, based on black and color text patterns in default mode on plain paper. Additional print time will vary based on system configuration, software application and page complexity. See www.epson.com/printspeed for more information about print speeds.*** One-year limited warranty to all purchasers; toll-free support and second-year warranty require registration within 60 days of purchase. **** Compared to competitive monochrome laser printers at $199 and under available as of March 2008. Based on Epson® testing of power estimated to be used during an eight-hour day.†Some applications and/or functions, like double-sided printing, may not be supported by Mac®. What’s in the Box WorkForce 600 all-in-one, Documentation Kit containing CD-ROM with drivers and bonus software, Free sample paper pack with offers, Power Cord, Ethernet cable (CAT-5), Telephone cord, One 97 Extra high-capacity Black ink cartridge, Three 69 standard-capacity ink cartridges – Cyan, Magenta, Yellow.

Most helpful customer reviews 300 of 308 people found the following review helpful. Fantastic Machine By adanedhel I'm one to do a lot of research on a product pre-buy, but I bought this product on a whim at my local electronics store as a replacement for a blockheaded, poorly made, user-unfriendly HP All-in-One which I used as a secondary printer. Well, I must say, I was very impressed with this product from the moment I opened the box. The fit-and-finish is excellent and by touch, of an exceptional quality. Components fit and move smoothly and without the "jiggle" associated with hasty, sloppy manufacturing. Then, upon setup (this is on an Mac, by the way), I found the software intuitive, intelligent, and slick. Mine is setup using the Wi-Fi feature; the setup walks you through the process so concisely, efficiently, and simply that even a technological neophyte could accomplish it with ease. I simply plugged (temporarily, as the setup explains) an ethernet cable from the printer into my router (Time Capsule) and the software nearly instantly recognized the printer. A useful concept also is that with the Install CD, all you have to do is go to each computer on the network, and choose the "Add additional computer" option - this allows every computer in the network to print directly to the printer, rather than "through" a base computer (meaning that the printer is not connected to a computer which has to be on and not asleep for you to print with the printer). Speaking of printing, it exceeded by far my expectations for speed. I expect printing-over-Wi-Fi to be slower by some degree than wired printing; this printer responded as quick or quicker than wired ones to the printing command, with no lag in starting to print, or during printing, and printed color and black exceptionally fast and of high quality. Another thing I really appreciate (from my Canon i9900) is that the inks are separated by color, which means you can replace only those cartridges that are empty, and the printer comes in-box with all the necessary cartridges - full cartridges, not trial sizes, including a high-capacity black. It also comes with a phone line for fax setup and an ethernet cable for wireless setup or wired network hookup (so unlike most printers that you have to buy "real" ink and a USB cable for, you really can walk out the store with this box and have everything you need to get going - you'll need a separate USB cable only for direct printer-to-computer hookup, but who doesn't have a few of those lying around). The flip-out interface is also of great quality - the buttons are secure and pleasing to the touch, and the screen is large, bright, clear, and high-resolution. My one and only complaint is that if the screen were touch-controlled, the already quick interfacing would be even quicker and easier. But again, using the standard arrows and OK button is no hassle and accomplished the task readily. And for $199 (what I paid for it at the local big-box) I couldn't ask for a better, more complete, intuitive, capable, high-quality machine, than the one I got. 98 of 100 people found the following review helpful. Awesome. Scans documents without a PC! By Lon J. Seidman The Epson Workforce 600 is a very feature rich product, but it had me at 'scan to memory card.' It's a very simple feature that I've always wanted one of these multifunction units to implement. And Epson has executed it perfectly. Simply put a document in the autofeeder or flatbed, select scan to memory card, and push the button. It scans and safely stores the document on flash memory (it accepts a variety of flash memory cards) in either JPEG for PDF format. Epson even smartly added a file server which effectively turns the printer into a network attached storage device. These two features are so great I actually have no intention of ever plugging it into my computer. With its built in WiFi I keep it downstairs in my kitchen so I can grab and scan important documents before they

Sunday, February 19, 2012

SVP FS1800 Black(2GB included)Digital Film & Slide Scanner w/ 2.4 LCD + AV Out"

Saturday, February 18, 2012

Digital Sender 9250c 600 dpi x 600 dpi Document Scanner

Flatbed Scanners, Hewlett Packard, Digital Sender 9250c Document Scanner, CB472A

Brand: HP Model: CB472A#ABA Platform: Windows 2003 Server Format: CD Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 20.00" h x 23.00" w x 27.75" l, 50.93 pounds HP 9250c Digital Sender Sheetfed Scanner; Imaging; Digitalization; Computers; Devices; Peripherals; Hardware; Bitmap

Most helpful customer reviews 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. User Perspective By A. Hughes I thought I should submit a review - from a non-IT, administrative-type user. We were required to get a digital scanner for our office and our company standard unit costs around $8,000. The person who handled the selection for us happened to know someone who purchased an HP Digital Sender and raved about it. We purchased ours for just over $3,000 saving our company $5,000! I have to add that that $8,000 unit I mentioned only scanned in B&W and the HP Digital Sender scans in both B&W and color! Other than having the machine installed by one of our IT people who wasn't familiar with the machine's operation and gave us no manual AND occasional email problems that are likely internal and not the fault of the Sender, we're THRILLED with this machine. Just this morning - I logged in, selected my scan settings, and scanned four pages in less than 30 seconds. By the time I put the dust cover back on the machine and returned to my office (10' away), my scan was in my email Inbox. This unit allows various image/quality/output settings AND has a pull-out keyboard (we found it almost by accident) so that you can type in your login info instead of tapping letters on the screen! I can't say enough, it is the best office equipment purchase made in our office since our IBM Correcting Selectric Typewriter! REALLY! 1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Good sender, but one common issue. By Lavado Townsend We just got about 5 of these on base. The job I have is pretty much troubleshooting and fixing hardware/software issues with computers and select peripherals (including digital senders). After setting up 3 of these two of them started having the same problem with emailing color documents. Every page after the second shows up in blue (i assume them to be negatives of the actual images). I checked online and this seems to be one of the largest problems plaguing this otherwise really decent digital sender. The fix is to re-calibrate it but it seems to only work half the time. Im still currently troubleshooting because recalibrating it didn't work for me but it seem to had work for most people. Other than this the digital sender is pretty reliable and simple to use. If you don't want to send in color then just set it to black/white and it should send fine. See all 2 customer reviews...

Friday, February 17, 2012

Canon® CanoScan 8800F Flatbed Color Scanner

Product Model: 8800FFlatbed scanner offers professional quality and speed for photos and film. No warm-up time. FARE level 3 provides automatic dust, scratch, fading, graininess and backlight correction. Copy, scan, e-mail, or create multipage PDF documents quickly with seven buttons. Scans with a resolution of up to 4800 x 9600 color dpi. 48-bit color.Product Type: Flatbed ScannerImage Sensor: CCDScan Resolution: 4800 x 9600 dpi Hardware , 19200 x 19200 dpi Interpolated , 4800 dpi OpticalBit Depth: 48 bit Color , 8 bit Grayscale , 1 bit MonochromeMedia Type: 35mm FilmFilmPlain PaperPhotoMedia Size: 8.50" x 11.70"Ports: 1 x USB 2.0 USBSoftware Included: Setup Software and User's Guide Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0 ArcSoft PhotoStudio MP Navigator EX NewSoft Presto! PageManager ScanSoft OmniPage SE Input Voltage: 120 V ACPower Source: Power AdapterDimensions: 4" Height x 10.80" Width x 18.90" DepthWeight (Approximate): 9.20 lbPackage Contents: CanonScan 8800F Flatbed Scanner AC Adapter Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM Documentation Kit: Cross Sell Sheet Quick Start Guide Setup Software User's Guide CD-ROM Warranty Card Film Guides: 35mm (Negative,Positive) 35mm (Negative,Positive Mounted Slides) 120 Roll Film Strip Power Cord USB Cable Additional Information: Light Source: White LEDCompatibility: Windows Vista Windows XP Windows 2000 Mac OS X v.10.2.8 - 10.4.x Standard Warranty: 1 Year Limited

Brand: Canon Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 15.00 pounds High-Luminance White Led Lamps It'S Ready To Scan Immediately You Will Quickly Produce Spectacular Results With Max. Color Dpi Resolution Of 4800 X 9600 Seven Easy Buttons Automate The Scanning Process

Most helpful customer reviews 22 of 22 people found the following review helpful. Great Scanner By W. Zillman The Canon Canoscan 8800f is an excellent scanner for film and photos. That said, do not believe the printed literature for the included items. The package supposedly contains a copy of Adobe Photoshop Elements. What it doesn't tell you is the included version is 10.4 which is at least five years old and is no longer supported by Adobe. This version will not work on the latest MAC OS. If you call Canon the answer is, "tough luck", there is nothing they will do. Adobe will only tell you that there is a new version that you can buy for $99.00 available on their web-site. Oh, also when I tried to install the package it came back and told me that the supplied software had already been registered. (The disk came from a factory sealed box). This was confirmed by Adobe and they said there was nothing they could do. Canon's response was you'll have to work that out with Adobe. The best I can say is, don't believe anything in print from Canon, It's a good scanner. Plan on buying your own copy of the Elements.CanoScan 8800F Flatbed Scanner, 4800 x 9600dpi 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Needs to rest By K. E. Perrins Scans great!. However after 2 or 3 scans I get a black streak in the results and some parts of the scanned slide are missing. This happens if I do several scans before doing any editing, but if I spent some time doing the editing before scanning, the scans are okay. So, do not scan scan scan edit, instead do scan, edit, scan, edit, scan edit, etc. 2 of 5 people found the following review helpful. You can scan and stitch almost any size slide - including 110 By Stephen Paul West I've been using this scanner for about 4 months doing massive amounts of projects (including slides back to the 1930s). I am glad to share advice. You can watch my tricks and tips for the 8800F at: [...] The point is that I am able to scan anything I have in my slide box. The video explains it quite well. I hope this answers any concerns. Stephen Paul West [...] See all 7 customer reviews...

Thursday, February 16, 2012

Canon CanoScan LiDE 700F - Flatbed scanner - 8.5 in x 11.7 in - 9600 dpi x 9600 dpi - Hi-Speed USB - CANOSCAN LIDE 700 COLOR IMAGE SCANNER

CANOSCAN LIDE 700 COLOR IMAGE SCANNER With its ingenious 3-way design and 180 lid, the LiDE 700F brings high resolution scanning to work spaces of all sizes. For exceptional detail and enlargements, scan 35mm film at up to 9600dpi. A LiDE scanner with CIS sensor provides a winning combination of incredibly high resolution scans and low energy consumption. Powered by a single USB cable, connected to a computer, the LiDE 700F has no need for an additional power cable, making it truly portable and space saving. Incredibly high resolution scans from 35mm film are possible thanks to a dedicated clip-on film scanning unit. This means massive enlargements and intricately detailed prints can be achieved from your 35mm film negatives/positives.

Brand: Canon Model: 3297B003 Original language: English Dimensions: 14.90" h x 4.50" w x 18.50" l, 4.63 pounds

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Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Nikon Super Coolscan 4000 ED Film Scanner

4,000 dpi optical resolution, 48-bit color IEEE 1394 FireWire interface card included; PC and Mac compatible LED light source for accurate color consistency High resolution scans in only 38 seconds Supports film in strip, slide, and Advanced Photo System (APS) formats

Brand: Nikon Model: Super Coolscan 4000 Firewire Platforms: Windows NT, Mac, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 3.5, Windows NT 4, Windows NT 5, PowerMac, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Server, Mac OS X, Mac OS 9 and below, Windows 4,000 dpi optical resolution, 48-bit color IEEE 1394 FireWire interface card included; PC and Mac compatible LED light source for accurate color consistency High resolution scans in only 38 seconds Supports film in strip, slide, and Advanced Photo System (APS) formats

Versatile enough to use with film in 35mm, strip, slide, or Advanced Photo System (APS) formats, Nikon's Super Coolscan 4000 offers fast and reliable FireWire connectivity and bright, accurate color scans that are ideal for high-end professional and business uses. Multisample scanning technology automatically removes surface blemishes, while Digital ICE image correction removes fingerprints and dust, equalizes grain, and restores faded images to full color. Scanning is accomplished with 14-bit A-D conversion (16-bit output) through an advanced Nikon ED glass lens. The Super Coolscan 4000's 48-bit color and 4,000 dpi optical resolution result in exceptional clarity and color depth. An LED light source helps to provide consistent, crisper color. The scanning area is 25mm x 38mm with your choice of automatic or manual focus. The unit is also fast, with maximum resolution scans clocking in at around 38 seconds. The software bundle includes Canto Cumulus 5.0 Demo, and Nikon Scan 3.0 Driver to help you fine-tune images before printing. Weighing only 6.6 pounds, the Super Coolscan 4000 has a reasonably small footprint of only 12.4 by 3.7 inches. It connects to most Mac and PC systems via an IEEE 1394 (OHCI compliant) interface card and comes with a variety of adapters for popular film formats.

Most helpful customer reviews 116 of 117 people found the following review helpful. Truly amazing By A Customer I think I was really awed when I scanned some black and white negatives, and got a positive for it and then adjusted the contrast and brightness, bringing out details that were not evident when I originally took the photo. I have also scanned color negatives, and made prints. I got it primarily to archive my extensive slide collection. I found that one of my slides had a scratch across a person's face. Using the sophisticated tools available with the program, I used multiple scans and the finished copy is scratch free. When using the 4000 dpi scanning setting, be prepared for some really large files. If one plans to get this, and one has a lot of material to scan, getting the largest available hard drive would be recommended. I plan to archive my slides to hard disk drive, then transfer copies as lower sized jpg files to a CD ROM. My only wish was that the program would have a way to put annotations on the copied slides; I am using a separate program to do that. I have found that my scans capture even the tiniest detail of the original slide, and one cannot ask for more than that. Some might think it a bit pricey for a scanner, but it does a fabulous job as a dedicated scanner.I wished they had provided a complete written manual; the detailed manual is on their provided CD-ROM, in Adobe acrobat format. The Abode program is provided, but it is 153 pages long and takes a bit of time to print. A shortened manual is provided, and covers most of the essentials so a complete manual printed out is not essential.The software with the scanner is very easy to use and the tools for adjusting the scans are interactive.If one is using XP on their computer, an updated progam for XP is available..., and is about 15MB as a zip file. I recently scanned a 32 year old Ektachrome slide taken under the worst possible conditions (indoors, incandescent lighting, with the outdoor film). It always had a yellow cast to it, which it normally would under those conditions. Upon recent scanning (to preserve it before it lost everything) it showed embeded dirt and scratches. I used the digital ICE, and it came out sparkling clear, and the drapes which looked like yellowed newspaper became a crystal clear cream white, as it was in the room where I first took the slide. I have also scanned old slides that were badly faded, and restored the color and luster. 104 of 105 people found the following review helpful. The best scanner for 35mm ... period. By Carl E. Feather After using a Nikon LS-1000 for two years and constantly being frustrated with the scanner's poor performance on slides, I was blown away by the first scan I did with my Coolscan 4000. The colors were right on, the density nearly perfect and best of all, no more processing artifacts thanks to the Digital ICE. I used to have to spend 15 minutes carefully cloning out those little dust spots and other defects on every high-res scan. Now I can concentrate on scanning rather than retouching.The sharpness of the images are noticeably improved, which I attribute to the ED lens. The color saturation is wonderful and shadow detail is excellent, even on a constrasty slide.I use a Coolscan 2000 at work and the 4000 is definitely a huge improvement over that scanner. For the [price] difference, the 4000 is the one to own.The Digital GEM and ROC are worth that price alone if you have slides or negatives in which the color has shifted. It is absolutely amazing this software restores these old images. I had some very red chromes from the 70s that it restored to full color. While some reviewers have complained about the sharpness of negative scans, I have not found this to be a problem. And Nikon includes the option of using a film holder rather than the negative adapter for scanning. In short, this scanner is the one to beat. I can't imagine 35mm film scanning getting any better. This one is a keeper,

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

SVP FS1800(With free 8GB) Silver Digital Film & Slide Scanner w/ 2.4" LCD + AV Out, Free 8GB

Monday, February 13, 2012

Hammacher Schlemmer Photograph Converter

This device quickly and easily converts photographs into digital images, allowing you to confidently preserve your memories for generations to come. Faster and easier than a conventional scanner, this device instantly captures the whole image using a 5 MP CMOS sensor, the same found in digital cameras. With up to 1,800 dpi resolution, 10 bits per color channel, automatic exposure control and color balance, clear, accurate digital images are assured. Photographs are placed into a tray that slides into the converter; the touch of a button records the image instantly. For photo transfers and power, it has a USB cable that plugs into a PC running Windows XP/Vista and includes software that allows you to edit, crop, and resize your pictures. Accepts 3 1/2" x 5", 4" x 6", and 5" x 7" photographs. 6 3/4" H x 10 1/2" W x 8 3/4"

Amazon Sales Rank: #9456 in Camera & Photo Color: Black Brand: Hammacher Schlemmer Model: PS-C500-VP Dimensions: 4.00 pounds Computer Platform Compatibility: Windows XP Built-In Memory Storage Capacity: 25MB Paper Trays: 2 Ink Cartridges: 2 Power Source: Electric Printer Ink Color: Multiple Colors Speed Dials: 2 Includes: USB Cable Required, Not Included: USB Cable

Most helpful customer reviews 32 of 34 people found the following review helpful. If you use Vista then don't bother! By J. Barz I purchased this item on Woot instead of Amazon. I use Vista and Microsoft did not program Vista to recognize the drivers. I researched this problem on the internet and evidently I am not alone with this problem. No matter what I've tried - including downloading new drivers - Vista refuses to recognize it. My husband tried loading it on an older laptop that uses XP and, while it will recognize the drivers, the pictures are completely scrambled. It is going back. No wonder everyone is offering it so cheap! The old saying, "you get what you paid for" is sooo true. 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Worked great until...it didn't By Sus When I first got this I scanned hundreds of pics of my grandmother from her youth upon her death at age 95. The pictures came out amazing. The device was light and connected to the usb port. I had to load pics onto trays which was pretty easy and gave me something to do while waiting for the scan. The photo editing software that came with it (photo impressions) did a nice job of general fixes. It is portable, lightweight and doesnt need a power source That said, I hadn't used it for a few months and took it out, plugged it in...and my computer will not recognize it.. I have tried everything! In searching the net it seems others have had this problem too..except there is no place to go for support for this product! And it looks like Hammacher Schlemmer has stopped selling it. This product did a greast job, basically taking a digital shot of pic under controlled lighting instead of scanning. It created reasonably sized great quality digital jpegs. Except now after only one year, it is nothing but an empty box :( 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Poor Quality By Laura Waszczuk The pictures are of very poor quality - save your money! My HP scanner/printer makes a far better digital copy of my old photos. The only positive thing I can say about this converter - it's fast. So you can choose, fast but poor quality or slow but excellent quality. I'll take my time and get it done right. See all 15 customer reviews...

Sunday, February 12, 2012

VuPoint 21c WM-FC-VP USB 2.0 Negative Film & Slide Digital Converter

Convert your old family slides and old film to digital with this VuPoint 21c WM-FC-VP USB 2.0 Negative Film Slide Digital Converter!Bringing your old 35 mm film slides and negative into the digital age is a breeze with this USB 2.0 powered Negative Film Slide Digital Converter. This VuPoint 21c WM-FC-VP plugs into an available USB port and is so easy to use even Grandma can do it!

Amazon Sales Rank: #17393 in Camera & Photo Brand: VuPoint VuPoint 21c WM-FC-VP USB 2.0 Negative Film Slide Digital Converter General Features: Interface: USB 2.0 Image Sensor: 1/1.8-inch 5 mega CMOS sensor Lens: F no.= 2.0, 4 Glass elements, Half-field Angle=15 degree Focus Range: Fixed Focus Automatic Exposure Control Automatic Color Balance Scan high resolution: 5 mega pixels equal to 1800 dpi (enhances to 3600 dpi via interpolation)

Most helpful customer reviews 16 of 16 people found the following review helpful. VERY DISAPPOINTING By R. Hovis I purchased this scanner from walmart about $69 and was hoping this was a better quality product than it's price might lend it to be. I was wrong. I am VERY knowledgeable with pcs and loading the driver software wasn't straight forward. You must use the software provided to load the driver and the software provided to scan imaes( you can use other to scan but then you can't calibrate the scanner). The images were not good. I had a canoscan scanner from years ago that was just more time consumming but did great on slides. I'll post one of each photo and you deside which is better. If your just trying to get the images to a basic digital format it is quick. 11 of 11 people found the following review helpful. Poor output quality By David L. Kindervater The output quality is very poor. Scanned slides turn out dark and blue-ish. Recalibrating the scanner does not solve the problem. Tech support suggested a new driver, but installing the new driver made no change either. 11 of 11 people found the following review helpful. buyers remorse By James R. Johnson I found the unit to be cheap. It fell apart, the slide tray would get hung up but worst of all, the software did not seem to work leaving me with a lot of darkened pictures. If it had not fallen apart already, I would have sent it back. I am very, very dissappointed See all 5 customer reviews...

Saturday, February 11, 2012

Umax Astra 3450 Scanner

Brand: UMAX Model: 3450 Platforms: Windows NT, Mac, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 3.5, Windows NT 4, Windows NT 5, PowerMac, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Server, Mac OS X, Mac OS 9 and below, Windows Flatbed scanner with USB connection for easy setup 600 x 1,200 dpi resolution 42-bit color depth Push buttons for scan, copy, OCR, and e-mail Hot pluggable--connect or disconnect without restarting

The Umax Astra 3450 scanner offers 42-bit internal color density, 14 bitsper channel, and resolutions from 600 x 1,200 dpi to a maximuminterpolated 9,600 x 9,600 dpi. Single-button operation expedites scanning,copying, optical character recognition, and e-mailing of images. Engineered for Mac and PCs, the UmaxAstra 3450 is designed to appeal to Web designers and graphics artists.The Astra 3450 has a built-in transparency cover, enabling you to scanslides and transparencies up to 4 by 5 inches in size. The 3450provides image scalability to scan and enlarge slides and other media, andit also has a batch scanning function. The Intelligent Image Process Engine(IIPE) evaluates the correct scanner settings for many types of images,providing fast, untroubled scanning at high speeds. All it takes to produce an 8.50-by-11-inch color image at 300 dpi is 24 seconds, withscaling from 1 to 1,000 percent in 5 percent increments. IIPE also auto-crops image areasand can correct the orientation if the source image is off center.With 3450's hot swappability, you can connect or disconnect the scannerwithout restarting the system. The compact and lightweight unit includesAdobe Photoshop LE, OmniPage LE OCR, and Presto! PageManager software forenhancing, modifying, and organizing your images. Umax backs the Astra 3450with a year of technical support and extended support hours.

Most helpful customer reviews 19 of 19 people found the following review helpful. A huge disappointment By DIpan If you are looking for great quality transparency scans using this sleek flatbed, you will be hugely disappointed. All the scans that I did for my slides were lacking in contrast, and lost significant amount of colour depth. More over, because of the lack of high optical resolution (I scanned at 1200 - the max optical resolution offerred by this scanner) the images even look slightly unfocussed !The preview and scan times are also too long. An average preview takes 3 minutes per slide (forget the 7 secs preview promised on the brochure - I never realised seven second even while scanning a colour photo at 300 res), and an average scan between 6-9 minutes.Scanned colour photo images came out slightly better - but the cost - equivalent images can also be had out of scanners about half the cost of this one !The scanner is well packaged with all the software I needed, the hardware did not give me any trouble while installing, the scanning software (vistascan) works well without crashing my PC.My reco - look for a better product. And if you really want good transparency scans - I guess it is better to go in for a dedicated transparency scanner 7 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Versatile Scanner By A Customer I've had this scanner for about 8 months now, with good results. The only minor issue I had came as a result of upgrading from Mac OS9.0.4 to 9.1, but I simply needed the updated driver that was on the Umax website to fix that. I use this daily with Photoshop 6 and I'm able to produce consistent results without incident, which is a big plus. The transparency adapter is not suitable for scanning tons of slides, but it does very nicely for the occasional negative, slide or positive film (4"x5" max size). I have found that it is extremely versatile and produces excellent results considering its flexibility. It allows me to say "yes" when the client says "can you do this" since I can throw just about eveything at it.If you need a versatile scanner to produce good quality without spending a fortune, this is a good choice. 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Thumbs down By David Lari This scanner's flaws... hmm... where to begin. First, the driver GPF'd if I didn't have the scanner powered on during boot up. So, I always had it powered on when the computer was on. Then there developed a problem with the scans. I'd get bands of red hue in parts of the scan. Even when I rescanned, the bands appeared in the same spots.As was stated by other reviewers, forget the transparency option. The quality of transparency should be higher since, first it is not a reflective scan and secondly, it is from a first generation source (a negative) rather than a second generation source (a print). But the transparency feature on this scanner is very, very, very bad.All of this was rendered moot when the scanner failed completely. The power light was not even coming on. After investigation, I discovered a resistor on the main circuit board had begun to turn brownish black and melt. Don't know if this was a flaw in a component or a flaw in the design, but I didn't want to try to fix it and then have it burn my house down if it was a design flaw. So it's in the dumpster now.I'll go back to Microtek or to HP for the replacement. See all 12 customer reviews...

Friday, February 10, 2012

Microtek ScanMaker S400 Flatbed Scanner

The ScanMaker s400 brings high-resolution scanning, with its 9600 x 4800-dpi resolution letting you create poster-sized files of your film or photo with remarkable sharpness and detail previously only available in much higher-priced scanners. And with Microtek's exclusive ColoRescue, color restoration is as easy as a click of a button. The ScanMaker s400 also comes with the new LightLid 35 Plus accessory for scanning 35mm slides and filmstrips. Rounding out the scanner is a Hi-Speed USB interface, eight easy-to-use buttons, as well as imaging and document-scanning options.

Brand: Microtek Model: 1108-03-750001 Original language: English Dimensions: 16.00" h x 22.00" w x 6.00" l, 11.00 pounds 9,600 x 4,800 dpi resolution, true 48-bit color 8 1-touch buttons to automate everyday tasks Software bundle including Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0 LightLid 35 Plus for 35mm slides and filmstrips USB 2.0 connectivity, PC and Mac compatible

The ScanMaker s400 is the perfect combination of precision engineering and stylish design, bringing high-resolution scanning to the home. Its high 9,600 x 4,800 dpi resolution lets you create poster-sized files of your film or photo with remarkable sharpness and detail previously only available in much higher-priced scanners. With Microtek's exclusive ColoRescue, color restoration is as easy as a click of a button. The ScanMaker s400 comes with the new LightLid 35 Plus accessory for scanning 35mm slides and filmstrips. Rounding out the scanner is a hi-speed USB interface, eight easy-to-use buttons, as well as imaging and document-scanning options. Software includes Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0, Adobe Photoshop Album SE, Microtek ScanWizard 5, Microtek Utilities (scan, copy, email, OCR, scan-to-web), ABBYY FineReader Sprint OCR, Kodak Digital Science Color Management, Ulead Photo Explorer, and Adobe Acrobat Reader (see tech specs for PC/Mac compatibility). The scanner is backed by a one-year warranty. What's in the Box ScanMaker s400, USB cable, power adapter, LightLid 35 Plus 35mm slide and filmstrip adapter, software CD-ROMs, user's guide, warranty and registration card

Most helpful customer reviews 16 of 16 people found the following review helpful. Average By A Customer This scanner is good and bad at the same time. It is horribly slow, but I'm using the pictures I'm scanning for a slideshow of pictures throughout my life at my Bar Mitzvah party, and the quality of the pictures are very good. Be warned, scanning negatives on this scanner requires very high resoulution (but I think that this is the way with all scanners I'm not sure), and it takes a VERY VERY long time to scan. It took ten to twenty minutes depending on the settings for ONE PICTURE. They turned out in good quality, but I was highly dissatisfied with the time it took. Overall, this scanner is pretty good. But if you are a person that needs pics in a hurry, this is not for you. But if you are creating a slideshow (like me) and have time for it, this scanner is a very good choice. 15 of 15 people found the following review helpful. Great Scans, Slower than Molasses in January By Kevin T. Quinn I bought this scanner because I was looking to scan negatives, and I was attracted by the low price and high scan resolution. Of course, you get what you pay for. In this case, it seems that I paid for Photoshop Elements 2.0 ($35), and a $100 scanner. The scans are quite sharp, and it comes with a lit adapter for negative scans. The downside is that the scanner is excrutiatingly slow. A 4800 dpi scan (4 times the resolution a film developing place puts on a photo cd) of a single image from a negative strip took nearly 10 minutes to scan. It was slow, but a very sharp and clear scan. A smaller scan (1200 dpi, roughly 1000 x 1500 image, about equivalent to a photo cd) took 5 minutes to scan the image. The other flaw is that the negative holder has no "feet," so if your scanner is not even, it will slide across the glass while you are scanning. Putting the back of the scanner off of the desk leant it back, and kept it in place well enough, but it's unfortunate that I had to make such a gimmicked solution. Again, though, you get what you pay for. For less than $150, it's hard to find a 9600 dpi optical scanner. Verdict - flawed, but nice image. 21 of 24 people found the following review helpful. Disappointing By The Wine Commonsewer Another reviewer praised this scanner because it scanned photos well. I would concur, but other than that this scanner is a bust. It is clumsy to use and the controls are not user friendly. Despite claiming to make use of USB 2.0 technology it is excruciatingly slow, even with plain B&W low res text. It is virtually useless for scanning multiple pages of text into, for example, a .pdf file because after each page you have to tell it what you want it to scan again. And whose idea was the black background on the lid? Since it is difficult and time consuming to set up and scan you often end up with scans that are bordered with black rather than white. Endless pixels of waste that have to be cropped and also sacrafice some of the quality of the scan. I plan on donating the scanner to the Goodwill and I kick myself for not returning it while I had the chance See all 17 customer reviews...

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Epson Perfection 1650 Photo Flatbed Scanner

Brand: Epson Model: B11B146091 Platforms: Windows NT, Mac, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 3.5, Windows NT 4, Windows NT 5, PowerMac, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Server, Mac OS X, Mac OS 9 and below, Windows Dimensions: 5.73 pounds Includes 35mm slide adapter and Adobe Photoshop Elements 1,600 x 3,200 dpi resolution, 48-bit color USB connection Four-button interface Fast 10 milliseconds/line scanning speed

The simply designed setup and interface of the Epson Perfection 1650 Photo will have you happily scanning away in just a few minutes. The scanner connects to your PC or Macintosh via a USB cable, and its slim design and small footprint show that it was designed with the home office in mind. For digital photographers, the 1650 Photo includes a 35mm film adapter along with Adobe Photoshop Elements for editing and enhancing your digital images. A serious hobbyist couldn't ask for a better combination of precision and value. Despite the relatively low price, the scanner offers a 16-bit grayscale, 48-bit color, and a maximum resolution of 1,600 x 3,200 dpi--which is more than enough scanning power to glean every sharp detail from family photos. One-touch buttons allow you to instantly copy, print, or e-mail photos. The built-in zoom feature provides a range of 50 to 200 percent, supplying plenty of options for enlarging or cropping your final prints. A cold cathode ray lamp is used as the light source, a powerful and economical choice that provides hours of efficient lighting. Maximum scan size is 8.5 x 11 inches, large enough for most office documents as well as your favorite vacation shots. Included in the box is the scanner, film adapter, Adobe Photoshop Elements, and a USB cord, along with Epson Twain and a design software package. The manufacturer's warranty covers parts and labor for a full year. Capture the next generation of unmatched image quality for a great price--that's the power of the Epson Perfection 1650 Photo. It's a state-of-the-art color scanner that delivers superior 1,600 x 3,200 dpi resolution, 48-bit color depth, high-speed performance, USB connectivity, OCR scanning, and an automated four-button interface. It's ideal for scanning photos, text, or graphics. Plus, it includes a 35mm film adapter and Adobe Photoshop Elements, so it's the perfect addition to your digital darkroom.

Most helpful customer reviews 114 of 115 people found the following review helpful. Best model out there in-between home and business use. By A Customer I haven't had this scanner for very long, but I have already made more than 500 scans with it, and it's is awesome. The preview scan is ridiculously quick: I can get a good idea of what my scan will look like in less than a couple of seconds. The software bundle is very nice for a beginner, wherein you can make automatic scans for email, web, file outputs with the push of the respective button on the scanner body. I tried the software out a few times and I was impressed with the results, but if you're using Photoshop you don't need to install the whole package. It only took a few minutes to set the thing up and do my first scan, which was pretty cool.Once you gain more confidence with the different elements in a scan (namely the relationship image size and resolution have with file size) you can use TWAIN for a more manual approach. This allows you to adjust your settings based on what your requirements for your final project are. For example, I could scan a postage stamp-sized picture at a high resolution and enlarge it into an 8" x 10" photo or larger and the quality would still look pretty good. Your final scan speed will depend on the resolution you've selected , but it's still fast at higher resolutions. The lower the resolution, the faster the scan time.I love using TWAIN, especially since it only took a few trial runs to figure it out. It's calculations for file size, resolution, and image size are all right there, so there's no guess work needed from you. Epson also provides pretty good documentation for doing things manually for your first time (like a reference table for your final output on projects for web, negatives, photos, text, etc.). The color has been consistently sharp and the resolution very crisp, on both the flatbed and the transparency unit.Notice, however, that this is not a portable scanner. It's bigger than some on the market and it is powered by an external power supply. But it is perhaps the best model on the market for projects that require excellent quality whether your project is personal or semi-profesional. 54 of 55 people found the following review helpful. Good for slides and negs, excellent for prints! By skunktrain I haven't printed anything out with the images I've scanned (yet) so I can't comment on that. All I know is that I needed a decent slide scanner, for an inexpensive price. This one satisfies that need.I find that all scans are on the "warm" side - there's a slight yellowish cast to the pictures. This is easy to get out quickly, using the bundled Photoshop Elements (or in my case, I used Photoshop 6). By the way, do you realize that Photoshop Elements is just thrown in with this scanner? And that it is a well-reviewed graphics software program that retails on its own for a respectable price? And that there is also a coupon (limited time offer - until 6/02) that allows you to buy the FULL version of Photoshop at a fantastic discount? (Half off, or thereabouts.) WHAT a deal! Something to think about if you want to get into Photoshop!Anyway, I found my slide scans to be of decent quality. Bear in mind, I am not exceedingly picky, because I have gone through several "consumer level" scanners with a slide attachment, and they all were pretty bad. So the fact that this one wasn't awful like all the others delighted me. But to be brutally honest, the slide scans are not all that sharp at higher resolutions (I scanned at 720 PPI). And sometimes the color needs extra tweaking. But I have been able to fix up and size down (and sharpen) my slide scans just fine. They look great for web images (even large wallpaper-sized web pictures), and I am guessing, are fine for printing on an ink-jet printer. (However, I found that my some of my darker and more underexposed slide scans didn't look that great, and required more Photoshop adjustments.

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Ion slide2pc USB Film & Slide Scanner Bundle

* There was once a time, before digital cameras, when images were stored on film or slides. If you are like one of the millions of people who have boxes of slide carousels in the attic or a stack of those little yellow boxes in the kitchen, SLIDES 2 PC is perfect for you! Don't know what happened to your projector? Don't know where to buy a replacement bulb for your projector? FILM 2 PC eliminates the hassle and brings those memories of family dinners, graduations, vacations, and joyous occasions back into your life.Just install the included software on your computer, and connect SLIDES 2 PC using the attached cable, and you are ready to reacquaint yourself with your old pictures! A blue light even indicates when SLIDES 2 PC is correctly connected to your computer and ready to scan. SLIDES 2 PC is a high-resolution, five-mega pixel scanner with a high-quality four-glass optic element. Portable design with ultra-small footprint Includes easy image-transfer and editing software High-quality f=6.0, four-glass optic element Fixed-focus range, automatic exposure and color balance Blue light indicates power when connected to computer INCLUDES - SLIDES 2 PC scanner; Two slide trays; Negative tray; Optics cleaning tool; Software CD (Contains ArcSoft PhotoImpression 6); Quick start guide. * Tranfers 35mm negatives and slides to PC or notebook quickly and easily. * Print, edit or archive photo collection with quick and easy scanning software. * 5MP hi-res full-color scanning with 1-touch instant scan. * Fixed focus range and auto exposure/color balance with high-quality 4 glass optical element. * Includes USB connection and software. * Does not currently support MAC computers. --PLUS-- Air Blower, Slide Viewer for Viewing 35MM Transparencies

Brand: Ion ION SLIDE2PC USB Film & Slide Scanner Giottos Rocket Blaster Air Blower - (Large) 7.5inch for Cleaning Lenses and Optics and Sensors Panavue Pana-vue #3 Slide Viewer for Viewing 35MM Transparencies

Most helpful customer reviews 10 of 11 people found the following review helpful. A Major Disappointment By Jack Jarosik Obviously I did not spend enough money for a product to capture my old 35mm slides onto computer. The only way I can use it is to capture the image with Snag-it software when the scanning camera brings it up. The transfer icon does nothing. I contacted Ion tech for help and was left hanging. The products in the accessory kit are useless dodads. See all 1 customer reviews...

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

SVP FS1800(with 2GB) Silver Digital Film & Slide Scanner w/ 2.4" LCD + AV Out, Free 2GB

SVP FS-1800 Digital Film Scanner is a innovative standalone film scanner that instantly converts 35mm film negatives and slides into digital images without the need for a computer or application software. Now you can preserve all their photo memories by turning the millions of photographs now stored on slides and negatives into digital images to preserve them forever. We have created a very simple-to-use device that works right out of the box and produces a five-megapixel digital image in five seconds at a push of a button. The device features a 5mpix scanning chip (i.e. 2592x1680 pixels, 3600 dpi) producing the images large enough to be printed on a A4 page! Unlike similar devices currently on the market, the SVP FS-1800 Digital Film Scanner does not require a computer or learning a new software program, and it takes very little space to operate, store or transport.

Brand: SVP Model: FS1800-Silver-2GB Converts all 35mm color / monochrome negatives and mounted slides to digital at the touch of a button Fast conversion--requires only five seconds to convert an image Built-in 2.4-inch color LCD screen to view and edit images Saves images directly on SD memory cards via embedded SD/MMC card slot; Package includes a image editing software CD((Compatible with Operating system Windows 98/ME/XP/Vista, Mac 10.4). Auto Exposure/Color Balance Algorism by Powerful Processor, Supporting Preview, Playback, and Editing Function

Most helpful customer reviews 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Good little machine for the money By Phydeaou I purchased this little guy in order to get the memories off of multiple thousands of slides that have been sitting in my parents' garage for 20-50 years. I read many reviews of this machine and the competitors and I went down to my local professional camera shop where the guy spent 30 minutes explaining about these technical details that I didn't much care about in a $400 scanner. I'm sure that would've been lovely, but I am looking to capture memories not the full depth of color of professional photography. I didn't have high expectations after reading the reviews, and I wasn't disappointed. After messing around with the settings for a bit I learned about all I needed to and I'm really happy with the quality of the scans, knowing that I spent less than a hundred bucks. It's worthwhile if you aren't expecting some magical machine for this price. See all 1 customer reviews...

Monday, February 6, 2012

HP PhotoSmart S20 Photo Scanner

Brand: HP Model: S20 Platforms: Windows NT, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 3.5, Windows NT 4, Windows NT 5, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Server, Windows Dimensions: 3.90" h x 8.00" w x 11.60" l, 9.00 pounds Versatile--scans slides, negatives, and prints Scans 35mm film strips and slides at 2,400 dpi optical Scans photos at 300 dpi optical, 36-bit color depth USB interface for easy connection to your PC Exclusive S20 scanning software to optimize and enhance photos

An excellent all-around photo scanner for personal use, thelightweight Hewlett-Packard PhotoSmart S20 photo scanner captures richand exceptionally accurate colors and detail in both bright andshadowy areas. A snap to get started and remarkably easy to master,the HP PhotoSmart S20 is the perfect scanner for allowing everyone,from beginner to pro, to achieve quality images from 35mm slides, filmstrips, and photos.The HP PhotoSmart S20 scans multiple images from35mm filmstrips (positives or negatives) in one operation, scanspanoramic images up to five frames, and photographic prints up to 5 by7 inches. It scans 35mm filmstrips and slide mounts at 2,400 opticaldpi, and scans photos at 300 optical dpi for fine detail. 36-bit coloroutput provides richer color while retaining the delicacy of pastelsplus great shadow depth and detail. Exclusive HP PhotoSmart S20scanning software lets you optimize and enhance your photos; you canrotate and crop images as well as adjust size, color, clarity, andexposure. Utilize the histogram, densitometer, and clipping alarmtools to dexterously make subtle and precise alterations.You canuse Microsoft Picture It! (included in the package) to organize yourphotographs for easy retrieval, create photo Web pages for theInternet, and send your photographic creations in e-mail messages tofamily and friends. The Hewlett-Packard PhotoSmart S20 scanner's USBinterface enables PC users easy installation and effortlessplug-and-play.

Most helpful customer reviews 57 of 57 people found the following review helpful. Easy and great scan quality By Mistress Blue After wistfully wanting a slide scanner but knowing they were out of my price range, I jumped at the chance to get one under $500. Normal scanners just don't have the resolution to do slides or negatives. I was expecting a lot of hassle, as is typical with periperhals, but this little scanner was really easy to set up and use. It lets you make corrections to contrast, color level, brightness, etc., before you actually scan. I take a lot of slides and can finally make prints from them easily on my printer (before i had to pay big $$ to have slides printed, since they have to make a negative and then print from that, resulting in major quality loss). I also take a lot of black and white portraits, but don't have a darkroom. I can finally tweak the image just like I'm developing it myself with chemicals.Scanning is fast and the results are sharp and colorful. It's pretty amazing for the price. 56 of 56 people found the following review helpful. Kudos to H/P By R. Lade Thank God for H/P! I do a lot of photography and being a purist (using film and a darkroom) I resisted the move to digital imaging mainly because I couldn't find what I needed without a second mortgage on my condo. I needed to be able to scan negatives mainly because the scan quality is higher resulting in better print quality. When I saw the S20's bang for the buck, I knew that my digital imaging time had come. This scanner is the greatest thing since sliced bread as far as I'm concerned. And knowing H/P quality to be what it is, I bought my S20 with every confidence and not a second thought. My faith has been well-rewarded. I couldn't ask for more for what I have invested. Anyone planning to scan photos, slides, and negatives need look no further than the S20. Thanks H/P! 75 of 77 people found the following review helpful. Top quality professional-level scans By Digilante Although the cost of this scanner is still prohibitive to some, the fact is that this is a professional-quality film scanner at an excellent price.Initially I purchased the much cheaper Epson Perfection Photo 1200. It had dead spots along the scanning array - turned out the entire batch of a few hundred scanners was faulty. I then decided to splurge and got the HP S20, and I have not looked back.Installation is tricky - so be sure to read the instructions in the (VERY POOR!) manual. Once you have that going, the rest is a breeze. The included software is fantastic in that it's analysis of the image and automatic adjustment of colour, balance, exposure, etc, is dead right 9 out of 10 times. Under- or over-exposed slides and negatives are no longer an issue. I love the exposure control, which allows to adjust exposure separately for light, medium, and dark regions - most scanner software only has a single exposure control. This allows you to make excellent repairs to a face that came out too dark in a sunny picure.Resolution of course is spectacular - a bit too spectacular perhaps since every single microscopic dust particle gets duly represented on the scanned image :-) Seriously though, the results of blowing up about a fifth of a slide and printing it as a full page on an HP PhotoSmart P1000 printer were excellent.The scanner is a bit noisy, and also very slow - especially at the high resolutions, as can be expected. Slides, negative strips, as well as photographs are dealt with relatively easily.The only problem that I see is that the scanner is unable to scan a single frame of a negative (only strips of two or more). This is an issue with slides when you want to scan the maximum frame area - i.e. scan the slide without the mount. I think the solution will be to buy a slide mount that is easily re-openable, and use a craft-knife to cut out a larger viewing area.In summary, if it is convenience and speed you want, then perhaps this is not for you - however if scan

Sunday, February 5, 2012

Epson Stylus CX7800 All-in-One Printer, Copier, Scanner

Stylus CX7800 All In One

Color: Silver Brand: Epson Model: C11C614001 Platforms: Windows, Mac Dimensions: 8.00" h x 16.00" w x 17.00" l, 21.00 pounds Color prints, copies, and scans Up to 20 ppm print speed and 5,760 dpi resolution Prints directly from memory cards and PictBridge-enabled cameras Transparency adapter for scanning and copying slides, negatives and transparencies; 2,400 dpi scan resolution, 48-bit color Built-in USB and PictBridge interfaces; PC and Mac compatible

Take your documents, film and photos even further! The high-performance Epson Stylus CX7800 makes it easy to create brilliant reprints and enlargements -- whatever the project at hand. In fact, anything's possible with this fast, full-featured all-in-one. Quickly scan in those dated negatives, or copy an important report. Restore faded family slides and photos with built-in color restoration, or print your favorite photo right from your memory card or PictBridge-enabled camera. Use the 1.5-inch color preview monitor or convenient photo proof sheet to view, select and enhance your photos without using a computer. Then, print them just the way you want. Choose from popular borderless sizes to frame or place in an album. With high-performance print speeds, you get great results in no time, whatever you choose to print. You can even scan in your negatives and slides and print out beautiful enlargements to share or display. Revolutionary DURABrite Ultra pigment ink ensures amazing quality and durability on both plain and photo paper. And, because the inks come in convenient individual ink cartridges, you can take control of your ink usage, replacing only the ink that runs out. This hard-working all-in-one promises great-looking results whether scanning in a faded photo so it looks as good as new, creating a beautiful reprint from those vacation slides, or printing a colorful snapshot. It even copies in color or black-and-white without using a PC. Copy photos, slides, negatives and documents with brilliant results every time. Whatever your craft or project, the Epson Stylus CX7800 is sure to take you far. Get brilliant reprints and enlargements from photos, documents or film Scans slides and negatives at 48-bit, 2,400 x 2,400 dpi Prints at up to 5,760 x 1,440 optimized dpi Print directly from your memory card or PictBridge enabled camera View, select and enhance photos on 1.5-inch preview color monitor Use the proof sheet to easily select photos before printing Restore old faded color photos, slides and negatives Restores faded images with just one click using Epson Easy Photo Fix scanning technology -- PC free. Make great looking copies of photos, documents and film -- all without a PC Copies in black-and-white or color with great results. Print stacks of beautiful frame-ready photos Provides BorderFree printing in popular sizes (4-by-6, 5-by-7, 8-by-10, and 8.5-by-11-inches). Take control of ink usage Includes convenient individual ink cartridges, so you can replace only the ink that runs out. Enjoy great results, fast Speed through black text at up to 20 ppm and color at up to 19 ppm. Print a BorderFree. 4-by-6-inches photo in as fast as 50 seconds. What's in the Box: Epson Stylus CX7800 All-In-One, one black ink cartridge (T060120), one cyan ink cartridge (T060220), one magenta ink cartridge (T060320), one yellow ink cartridge (T060420), All in one documentation, CD-ROM containing printer software (Windows and Macintosh), cable not included. Notes: (1) Black pages per minute based on text memo in Economy Mode on plain paper. Color pages per minute based on color text in Draft Mode on plain paper. Color photo in Photo Mode on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper. Additional processing time will vary based on system configuration, software application and page complexity. (2) Light-resistance rating based on accelerated testing of prints on Epson special media, displayed indoors, under glass. Actual print stability will vary according to image, display conditions, light intensity, paper, humidity and atmospheric conditions. Ratings based on ink only; some papers may discolor over time. Epson does not guarantee the longevity of prints. For maximum print life, display all prints under glass or lamination or properly store them.

Most helpful customer reviews 82 of 85 people found the following review helpful. So far, so good By Benjamin M. Orchard The bonus here is the included negative scanner. I didn't buy this from Amazon (sorry, someone else beat the price), but I am pleased with it. The other reviewer (at this time) complained about the lack of usb cables--but I'm not entirely sympathetic. First, this is standard practice for Epson. If you didn't know it wasn't there, then you probably haven't bought an Espon before this. Second, there is actually a good reason for this: most people are not buying a first printer at this point, and pretty much all cables are the same (as long the connectors fit, you're good to use it). This cuts down on their costs, which hopefully means a slightly less expensive printer. I personally have 3 or four cables for this printer, and don't want any more. As far as quality goes--I don't have any complaints. It does borderless (edge-to-edge) printing on cardstock (doesn't support it on regular paper) without any problems, which is one of the things I look for in a printer. It also doesn't show any banding or striping, which is good for printing photos. Memory stick support is good (I have a Sony camera that uses Memory Stick), and works well. Overall, a solid printer. As long as the print heads stay clean, I'll be happy. 32 of 32 people found the following review helpful. Stylus CX7800 By J. Demick This printer, being my 4th one, is great! I started off with an Epson 740i on my Mac, went to a Lexmark Z52 (awesome talk feature), then went back to Epson for the CX5200. I had to part with that one because of a head problem, but this one is the best one so far! I love the borderless prints, and they look like you just visited the print shop! The scanning and the PictBridge (memory card/digital camera cards) are both very useful and it also includes a device for scanning negatives and slides! Although it doesn't include a USB cable to hook it up to your computer, if you previously had a printer with a USB cable, then just use the previous USB cable that came with the previous printer. I used the one from the CX5200 (although short), it works great! Cartridges are slightly expensive, but a great machine for anyone needing a great all-in-one printer! 15 of 15 people found the following review helpful. Zero Stars For Epson By S. Weber My first Epson Stylus the print heads went out 2 weeks before the warranty ran out (fortunately for me). Tech Support (my dime) was real helpful, sent me out a replacement Fed Ex and they didn't want the old one returned to them. Because I only had a couple of weeks on the warranty, they explained that the warranty on the replacement would only be good for 30 days and they suggested I buy an extended warranty for $25, which I did. Replacement printer arrived and it was obviously a used, scratched up piece of work that didn't work from the very beginning, and no ink to get it set up. It refused to take the paper in. Either got the Out of Paper code or Paper Jam code. There was paper loaded and it never even took the paper down in the printer to get it jammed. Called Tech Support (my dime) got an apology and they were sending out another replacement immediately Fed EX. They don't want the old one back. What about that extended warranty? Well that's transferable and all I had to do was call the warranty service and give them the new model number when it arrives. Next replacement arrives (no ink to get it set up). I call to transfer the model number and the support guy was rude, refused to let me transfer it, told me the person I talked to was wrong and I asked him to speak to a supervisor to help me get a solution to my problem. He was as high as I was going to go (said he). There was nothing I could do but purchase another extended warranty. I gave him the name and reference numbers of all the people I had spoken with and was told that he hadn't heard of any of those people. I gave the phone number

Saturday, February 4, 2012

HP Photosmart 3210 All-in-One Printer, Copier, and Scanner

The HP PhotoSmart 3210 is the world's fastest photo printing All-in-One with advanced print, scan and copy performance (1). Built-in networking and slide/negative scanner adapter, plus 6 individual inks. Print and copy true-to-life photos that resist fading for generations (2) with HP Vivera Inks, up to 4800-optimized dpi color (3), and high-quality scans. Print without a PC using 2.5-inch image display, memory cards (4), camera phone (5) and more. Easily enhance photos with HP Real Life technologies and HP Image Zone software.

Brand: HP Model: Q5843A#ABA Dimensions: 15.60" h x 18.30" w x 8.70" l, 31.00 pounds Color prints, copies, and scans Up to 31 color ppm print speed, 4,800 dpi resolution Print directly with 2.5-inch color display and memory card support 4-by-6-inch photo printing as fast as 14 seconds Built-in Ethernet, USB, and PictBridge interfaces; PC and Mac compatible

The HP PhotoSmart 3210 is the world's fastest photo printing All-in-One with advanced print, scan and copy performance (1). Built-in networking and slide/negative scanner adapter, plus 6 individual inks. Print and copy true-to-life photos that resist fading for generations (2) with HP Vivera Inks, up to 4800-optimized dpi color (3), and high-quality scans. Print without a PC using 2.5-inch image display, memory cards (4), camera phone (5) and more. Easily enhance photos with HP Real Life technologies and HP Image Zone software. World's fastest photo printing All-in-One World's fastest photo printing All-in-One (1) with economical six individual inks. Breakthrough print and copy speeds up to 32 ppm black and 31 ppm color; photos as fast as 14 seconds Print professional-quality 4-by-6-inch photos at home for as little as 24 cents per print (6) HP ink cartridges are designed for efficient ink usage, high volume printing and can save you money Advanced scanning and copying Built-in slide/negative adapter, dust and scratch removal and advanced copying. Save old photos scan slides/negatives with built-in adapter, and remove dust and scratches in images Make vivid, true-to-the-original color copies, plus new copy preview/crop without PC feature Superior scanning on oversized 8.5-by-12-inch with 4,800 x 4,800 dpi optical resolution, 48-bit color Photos and copies without a PC Print and copy without a PC simply view and print photos on 2.5-inch display. Direct photo printing using image display, memory cards (4), HP proof sheet, or PictBridge USB port Adjustable control panel and 2.5-inch color image display enable optimal viewing from any angle Easily print and share your photos memories from your camera phone wirelessly or via memory card (5) Convenient photo center Auto red-eye removal and other innovations to enhance your photo printing. Automatically remove red-eye, enhance detail in dark areas of photos with HP Real Life technologies Organize, edit, enhance and print photos and create photo projects with HP Image Zone software New automated 4-by-6-inch tray for dedicated photo printing, plus optional auto 2-sided printing (7) Standard-size and panorama photos -- with or without borders -- print borders -- print up to 8.5-by-24-inches (8) Networked Photo All-in-One Network your All-in-One to share with multiple PCs or send photos to a remote PC. Built-in networking -- easily share print, scan and copy functions on a small computer network For wireless benefits, plug your All-in-One into the Ethernet port of a wireless router Send photos to friends without using a PC via included HP Instant Share printer-to-printer sharing (9) True-to-life photo-quality True-to-life, long-lasting photos and laser-quality text documents. Print rich and realistic photos with virtually no grain using 6-ink color with HP Vivera Inks Photos resist fading for generations (10) and stored laser-quality documents retain clarity for decades (11) Low on ink? HP SureSupply notifies you when it is time to replace your print cartridge and helps you purchase locally or via the internet (12). Rely on HP. PC Magazine rated HP service and reliability A/A+ for 13 consecutive years. What's in the Box: HP Photosmart 3210 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier, HP 02 Black (16 ml), HP 02 Cyan (4.5 ml), HP 02 Magenta (4.5 ml), HP 02 Yellow (4.5 ml), HP 02 Light Cyan (4.5 ml), HP 02 Light Magenta (4.5 ml), HP Image Zone Photo and Imaging Software on CD-ROM, setup booklet, user's guide, power supply, power cord. Notes: (1) Speed comparisons in default and fastest modes, when printing from a computer, based upon HP internal testing of comparable consumer photo printing products available as of April 2005. (2) Based on HP Image Permanence Lab light-fade testing under glass on HP Premium Plus Photo Papers; confirmation test in progress by Wilhelm-Research.com. For more information on additional permanence testing factors, visit http://hp.com/go/premiumplusphoto. (3) Up to 4800x1200-optimized dpi color when printing from a computer and 1200-input dpi. (4) Memory card slots support Secure Digital/MultiMedia Card, CompactFlash Type I and II, Memory Stick, XD-Picture Card, Memory Stick Duo (with adapter, not included purchase separately), Mini SD (with adapter, not included purchase separately). (5) Wireless printing requires HP Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter (bt300/400 series models); not included, purchase separately. Printer supports Memory Stick Duo (with adapter, not included, purchase separately), Mini SD (with adapter, not included, purchase separately). (6) Special offer with purchase of optional HP Photo Value Pack, Custom 02 Series, 4x6, 150 sheets based on estimated street price. Results may vary. (7) With purchase of HP Auto Two-Sided Print Accessory. (not included, sold separately). (8) Borderless printing up to 8.5x24 using brochure, photo and plain paper. (9) Internet connection required. Internet service purchased separately. Printer-to-printer sharing service compatible with HP Officejet 7400 and 7300 All-in-One series, HP Photosmart 3300, 3200, 2700, 2600 and 2570 All-in-One series; All-in-One must be on a network with broadband Internet connection. (10) Based on HP Image Permanence Lab light-fade testing under glass on HP Premium Plus Photo Papers; confirmation test in progress by Wilhelm-Research.com. For more information on additional permanence testing factors, visit http://hp.com/go/premiumplusphoto. (11) Bases on paper industry predictions for acid-free papers; colorant stability data at room temperature based on similar systems tested as per ISO 11798 and ISO 18909. (12) Only available with genuine HP supplies; internet access required.

Most helpful customer reviews 114 of 118 people found the following review helpful. Hardware is well done but software is HP's weakness By Erik W. Brown To start off, let me say that I am traditionally not a fan of HP's products. I did, however, view this all-in-one as having some nicer features than some others and took a chance. I feel that generally HP does well with hardware products and or designs but struggles with their software integration with their products. I feel this is the case here as well. I have had my 3210 for about 2 weeks and here are my experiences. Pros: i) Scanning resolution and overall quality is quite good. ii) Printing quality is also good. I wasn't planning on doing a ton of printing but based on experiences I will probably do more than anticipated because of the good results. iii) Scanning and printing are both pretty quick. Marketed as the fastest picture printer all-in-one on the market... can't compare with others but I suspect they are correct here. iv) I was happy to find in my research that replacement ink cartridges are NOT terribly expensive and they are easy to replace and know if they are running low. Cons: i) Paper magazine is small so it doesn't hold a lot -- minor. ii) Software install was more of a pain than I was expecting. Installation on WinXP SP1 was generally OK but on WinXP SP2 it was a struggle. Not HP's fault, certainly, but they weren't able to make the installation easier to prevent some of these isssues or frustrations. I hope they have a lot of tech support people available as this product sells. iii) Network configuration was not as automated or straight forward as they could have been. iv) Software interface isn't as easy and fluid as it could be. I think that those who purchase this product that don't have some comfort with computers will be on the phone with HP often. Overall, I am pleased with the purchase thus far but still have some configuration to work through. In HP's defense, I haven't called or emailed their tech support -- but I shouldn't have to and my schedule makes this tough. Again, I feel the hardware implementation is quite good but their installation software and interface is lacking. 98 of 103 people found the following review helpful. Excellent product getting a bad rap By M. Zeissler After reading all the reviews here, and against my better judgment, I bought a 3210 - because it had the exact features I was looking for in a multi-function device. My experience was light years apart from what the others have left on this site. Please understand that I carefully read the instructions and gave some thought to the process before connecting the printer to my network. Additionally, my system is clean and well maintained; i.e., I have no spyware, adware or viruses, and run weekly scans to keep it that way. Your mileage may differ. Software install - no issues. At 1.1GB it's a big install, but I had no problems with it. The installer correctly detected my firewall and had me disable it after I detached my network from the Internet. After the required reboot, it finished installing without any hiccups. I also made sure to click on the "HP Software Update" within the HP Solution Center before doing anything further, installed the rest of the updates and rebooted. Again, no issues at all after making sure the software load was completely current. Network configuration - no issues. I have a custom configuration for my network; I setup the IP address on the 3210 manually and added the printer to my router and firewall *before* installing the software. During the installation process, the installer spotted the printer at the correct IP address that I had already given it and moved forward without any incident. Paper pickup and out of paper notices - no issues. I use GP Advantage Premium Ink Jet paper from CostCo and am having no issues whatsoever. Same thing with bulk Kodak photo paper from CostCo. Most inkjet printers have an issue with overfilling the paper

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