-------- Original Message -------- Subject: RE: Large format color scanner query] Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2003 22:31:25 -0800 From: Administrator <[log in to unmask]> ------------------ We have been using a Vidar Atlas P36 for approximately 5 months and have found it to be a high quality device. We've scanned about 800 pieces to date and have had no significant problems and no damaged source material, even though some of the documents are from the late 19th century and have had damage. We did not purchase the higher speed hardware key and have found that it's not a necessity for now, although it is nice to have the option to upgrade. We have been scanning at 400dpi and have been using EasyTWAIN with Photoshop to process the images. Best Regards, John Novak Novacell Technologies -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Large format color scanner query Date: Thu, 6 Nov 2003 14:48:40 -0000 From: "Fleet, Christopher" <[log in to unmask]> ------------------ Hello, We are looking to acquire a large-format color scanner, and I wondered if list members might be willing to offer any advice? I have reviewed the maps-l archives for the last few years, and I'm aware this subject has cropped up before, but with only brief suggestions, and nothing that recent. Ideally we would like a sheet-feed scanner, 36 inches wide or greater, that can scan up to 400 dpi in color and greyscale, to standard image formats including TIFF. We already have a large-format colour printer (HP 500 PS), so we would not be looking for an integrated scanner/printer option. Many thanks in advance, Chris Christopher Fleet Map Library National Library of Scotland 33 Salisbury Place EDINBURGH, EH9 1SL. Scotland. Tel. 0131 466 3813 Fax. 0131 466 3812 E-mail: [log in to unmask] Map website images: www.nls.uk/maps