Widetek 36DS Large Format Scanner

WideTEK 36DS – the world’s first wide format duplex scanner for digitization of two sided printed documents up to 36 inches (915 mm) in width. At a resolution of 300 dpi the scanner needs only 2.5 seconds to scan the front and back sides of a newspaper page in a single pass through the scanner.

The idea of double sided scanning in one production step primarily means less production effort: The document no longer needs to be flipped over and scanned again on the other side. That makes the scanner an ideal companion for press clipping, archiving and library services.

The scanner features two camera boxes, both consisting of three CCD systems, integrated into the upper and lower part of the device. The WideTEK 36DS captures both sides of the newspaper at the same time. After scanning, software separates the scanned document into four single images; capturing the left and right half of the front and back of the newspaper – everything in one single step.

The scanner is equipped with two processor units. This allows an extremely fast data throughput. The patented stitching procedure merges the images of the cameras seamlessly together. The scanner resolution of 1200 dpi guarantees brilliant scan results.

The WideTEK 36DS encompasses the proven technologies of the entire WideTEK® scanner family.

Compact Design – Double the Scanning Power

The mechanical construction of the WideTEK 36DS is also a highlight. The more extensive mechanics and additional camera and light units were integrated into the device without dramatically enlarging its dimensions. The duplex scanner is only 13 centimeters larger than the compact WideTEK 36. The complete camera optical system is integrated in two dust-free sealed housings. Once optimally adjusted, all components are protected against external influences and require no maintenance.

Special transport rollers, with individually spring loaded ball bearing pairs serving as pressure points; ensure the best possible gentle document transport. WideTEK 36DS digitizes even historical and fragile documents without damage to the source document.

WideTEK® 36DS Functions and Features

Functions, features and options available on the WideTEK 36DS wide format duplex scanner.

WideTEK® 36DS Functions

• High performance wide format duplex scanner for double sided documents up to 36 in. (915 mm) wide
• Compact design – double the scanning power
• 2.5 seconds at 300 dpi for front and back sides of a newspaper page
• Scans up to 36 inches (915 mm) in width
• Fastest color scanning at 12.4 inches per second (18.9 m/min)
• 1200 x 1200 dpi scanner resolution
• Automatic crop & deskew
• On the fly rotation while scanning facilitates postprocessing
• Face up scanning (no more “blind”scanning)
• Real time display of scanned images, modify images without rescanning
• Standalone device with its own integrated PC 
• Scan2USB – Walk up Scanning to any USB device
• Scan2Print – Output to any connected printer
• Scan2Network – Output to any network drive

WideTEK® 36DS Features

• Scans both sides of a source document in a single pass
• LED lamps, no warm up, IR/UV free
• Large touchscreen for simplified operation
• User interface configurable in your language
• Virus resistant Linux OS 
• Operating system independent, runs under Windows, Linux, Mac OS, Unix
• Network scanning via any web browser; i.e. IE, Safari, Chrome, Firefox
• Integrated walk up scanning software
• Easy installation via Scan2Net Technology
• Remote maintenance and troubleshooting
• Firmware updates via web interface
• Dust-free camera technology
• WideTEK® 36DS Options
• Foot Switch – Hardware option for batch scanning
• Batch Scan Wizard – Software option for batch scanning
• Scan2iPF – Software option for direct and fast copy to imagePROGRAF
• Scan2EDIT – Software option for scanning and image processing in a single step
• Scan2ICC – Subscription for ICC color management and profiles
• Extended Warranty – Up to 5 years subscription for extended warranty package and free spare parts

WideTEK® 36DS Markets & Applications

The WideTEK 36DS wide format duplex scanner is a valuable production device for the following markets and applications. This list is neither complete nor exclusive, there are more markets and applications than listed and it should be taken only as a general guideline. If you have a specific application that is not listed here, please check with your sales representative.

• WideTEK® 36DS Markets
• Media Control, Press Clipping Services
• Universities, Libraries, Registries
• Mapping Services, GIS 
• Copy Services

WideTEK® 36DS Applications

• Scanning newspapers, periodicals, catalogs and magazines
• Archiving blueprints and sepias
• WideTEK® 36DS Presentation
• Wide Format CCD and CIS Scanners

This presentation gives you a detailed overview and comparison of our WideTEK wide format CCD and CIS scanners as well as of our WideTEK flatbed CCD scanners from a technical perspective as well as from a market and applications perspective. Benefits and advantages of the WideTEK models are clearly presented so that you can make an educated decision on which wide format scanner suits your application and requirements.