Colortrac SmartLF SGi 36m

SmartLF SGi 36m monochrome scanner, CCD high fidelity sensors, USB 3 and high speed Ethernet interface, LED lighting and low power consumption.

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Description:

    SmartLF SGi Series:

SmartLF SGi scanner series provides the benefits of CCD technology at an economic price. SmartLF SGi thick-media scanners deliver full high-definition scanned images. Perfect for any type of document Realistic colour and excellent size accuracy Accepts thick media up to 15 mm Designed for high volume Low maintenance Available scan widths - 36"(914mm) and 44"(1118mm) Every scanner sale includes Smartworks Touch software at no extra cost FADGI *** (3-star rating) when operated with optional SmartWorks Imaging software Energy Star® compliant

Ideal for scanning:-
Thick Media, Technical, Maps, Artwork, Photographs.
Sharp and accurate – with superb colour.

The SmartLF SGi series 36" and 44" scanners are perfect for capturing sharply defined detail on technical drawings and maps as well as the vibrant, accurate colours needed by graphics professionals.
With the innate advantages of CCD technology’s superior colour imaging – the ability to scan a wide gamut (range of s) and a high dynamic range (ability to see detail in dark and light areas) – combined with 1200 dpi optical resolution, the highest optical resolution available in any CCD wide format scanner in the market today. This makes them perfect for capturing vibrant, accurate colours for graphics professionals as well as sharply defined line detail on technical documents and maps.
SmartLF SGi scanners use the advanced SureDrive paper transport system to maintain accurate document positioning as the document passes through the scanner. Combining this with the ClearView bright white bi-directional LED illumination system ensures that with SG even folded documents scan accurately and as shadow-free as possible.
Images are scanned using 48-bits (colour) or 16-bits (monochrome), with the best 24 and 8-bits selected as image data respectively.
All the benefits of CCD – without any downsides.

By using white LEDs (instead of more traditional fluorescent tubes,) the SmartLF SGi provides instant on, pure white light to optimise CCD colour rendition, provide long life stable colour rendition and low power consumption.

SmartWorks Touch provides the functionality you need via an easy to use single touchscreen interface. The easiest way for multiple users to manage large format scanning, copying and printing using a Colortrac SGi, SCi or SCi mfp scanner.

    SmartWorks Imaging:

Optimized all the way through, Colortrac's new SmartWorks Imaging is clear and easy to navigate. With a faster performance, revised preset control, better printer drivers and a new multi-page thumbnail pop-out feature, SmartWorks Imaging is the perfect productivity partner for SmartLF SCi and SmartLF SGi large format scanners. (Colortrac Smartworks Imaging replaces Colortrac SmartWorks Pro. Ask about upgrading.)

    FADGI *** (3-star rating):

When operated with SmartWorks Imaging, SmartLF SGi scanners achieve the FADGI 3-star imaging rating, which represents a solid balance of accuracy and efficiency, and is defined as producing a very good professional image that is appropriate for most uses when digitizing cultural heritage materials.

    Link Remote Control:

Work smarter with LINK. This portable tablet app works with any computer already connected to the scanner and running SmartWorks Imaging to bring effortless control of the scanner to your fingertips. Use LINK to reduce body movement and to improve operator comfort while scanning.

    Simplified thick media system:

Thick media operation is now full-time on all SGi series scanners. To raise the lid and increase the thickness capability of the scanner raise the lever on the left-hand side of the scanner lid to its maximum position then load the document manually. Lower the lever to grip the media and begin scanning. All media must be loaded panel-side justified with SGi.

    No warm up, no waiting:

While a fluorescently lit scanner can be used within five minutes of switching on, it should really be left to warm up for about 30 minutes in order for the tubes to reach their optimum light intensity and for the tube temperature to reach equilibrium. If this is not done colour match and possible stitch inaccuracies caused by a still cold chassis may result.
ClearView white LED illumination used in SmartLF SGi produces high quality colour balanced scans but unlike fluorescent tubes the colour temperature from LEDs remains stable from first power-up to final power-down. No more waiting for warm-up to complete, simply turn SGi scanners on and scan!

    2GB scan data memory:

SmartLF SGi is the first scanner from Colortrac to have 2GB of onboard scan data memory. This ensures smooth progress of the document through the scanner even if the computer experiences sudden sluggishness or the Ethernet network is unexpectedly busy.

    Significant power saving:

SmartLF SGi uses nearly 30% less power when scanning and 94% less power when idle. The scanner has a programmable timer that switches the unit into power saving (ENERGY STAR®) mode when it is not operated for the defined period.
In addition the ‘instant-on’ white LED lighting inside every SG means that you can leave the scanner switched off most of the time and only turn it on when you need to use it.

  Light for life:

While you would normally expect to replace fluorescent tubes every year or two, LEDs are long life. Unlike fluorescent tubes, which stay on the whole time the scanner is switched on, LEDs only come on during the actual scanning process. They have an estimated working life of 50,000 hours which equates to over six years of constant 24/7 scanning!

  Less calibration:

Fluorescently lit scanners require more frequent calibration because the tubes age and change characteristics over their life. LEDs maintain consistent output and because of this maintenance is required far less frequently.

  No mercury:

Unlike fluorescent tubes LEDs do not contain mercury, which makes them more environmentally friendly.

  More cameras – higher accuracy:

The SmartLF SGi 44 has six CCD cameras across the scan width to minimize geometric distortion, more than any other similarly sized scanner.
Traditional CCD scanners are prone to stitch and accuracy issues caused by sensor misalignment. These are minimized in the SmartLF SGi by housing the six CCDs within a rigid monocoque camera chassis.

  Fast scanning speed - High productivity :

  Gigabit Ethernet connectivity:

Every SmartLF SGi is networkable – it has a Gigabit Ethernet connection as well as a USB2/USB3 connection. The Gigabit Ethernet port can transmit scan data between the scanner and the PC as fast as the USB3 port network traffic allowing. An Ethernet connection also allows placement of the scanner further from the host PC than when using a USB2 or USB3 connection.

  “Scan-it-onceâ€� philosophy:

SmartWorks Imaging software takes ‘scan-it-once’ to its heart. With other wide format scanners operators often need to perform multiple pre-scans of selected image areas to get scan settings right. With the SmartLF SGi large format scanner and SmartWorks Pro the ‘scan-it-once’ system although present in SmartWorks TOUCH, really goes up a gear. Once the scan data is on-screen thresholding and any image enhancements required on the scan such as sharpening or background clean-up can be made in real time and in very controllable increments. Colortrac's Scan-it-once technology gives you a huge workflow advantage. You can perform quality assurance and adjustments in-line, “right-first-time�, instead of needing to re-scan quality control failures off-line after batch scanning is completed. An additional advantage of scan-it-once technology is that it minimizes document movement (and possible wear) through the scanner and document skew caused by repeated back and forth “checking�.

  Intelligent Adaptive Thresholding (IAT):

  Preserves delicate originals:

  Professional-level scan and copying software:

  Simple scanner control panel interface:

  Plug ‘n’ Play USB 2.0 /USB 3.0 and Ethernet interfaces:

Simply plug the scanner into your PC and use it. The SGi scanner automatically detects whether the port on the computer is USB3 or USB2 and alters the maximum scan speed so the computer is not overloaded with data. When using Ethernet SmartWorks Pro software is designed to detect any SGi scanner attached to the network automatically and operates using DHCP networking protocol.

  Low maintenance:

SmartLF SGi requires minimal service and calibration. The utility software included with it provides you with all the maintenance applications you need to keep your large format scanner in prime condition and up-to-date with the latest firmware and drivers. The scan glass is held down by magnets for quick and easy removal or replacement and there is easy access to the SmartLF SGi’s paper feed for cleaning.

  Environmentally friendly:

SmartLF SGi wide format scanner is RoHS compliant; energy efficient (it has earned the ENERGY STAR®); does not use consumable fluorescent lamps which contain mercury; uses recycle friendly components; and is optimized for quiet operation.

  Purchasing options:

The SmartLF SGi large format scanner is available in two scan widths, each with three models: m (monochrome), c (colour) and e (enhanced colour). Each purchase includes SmartWorks Touch Software and a tablet holder.
If your initial requirement is for a monochrome wide format scanner only, you can buy a monochrome scanner now and upgrade to colour if and when you need it. If your initial requirement is for infrequent colour scanning, you can buy a colour wide format scanner now and upgrade to a faster enhanced colour model should your colour scanning volume increase. You can upgrade your scanner quickly and easily, by contacting your local dealer. There is no need for you to return the scanner to the dealer or for a service engineer to call.

Software Features:
SmartWorks TOUCH scan & copy software (USB only). Colortrac no-nonsense, high-performance, value-for-money large format scanning expertise.

Options:
Software Options:
SmartWorks Imaging – New, faster professional scanning product with image editing and extended internal printer drivers.
(SmartLF SGi can be used with SmartWorks Pro SCAN & COPY software and SmartWorks Pro SCAN software - Colortrac's previous generation of industry leading software.)
SmartWorks LINK – NEW Android and iOS app for portable tablets allowing full wireless control of SmartWorks Imaging running on the computer.
Tablet Holder (included). The tablet holder included with all SGi series scanners accepts portable tablet devices running the new LINK software. The mount benefits from a washable and reusable fixing system that allows the mount to removed for scanner servicing.

Document Return Guide: (option)
SmartLF SGi 36/44 Document Return Guide that allows users to have scanned documents directed over the top of the scanner to the front for easy retrieval. It also allows users to place the scanner on desktops or on Floor Stands against walls to minimize the overall footprint and to maintain the operators ease of use when space around the scanner is restricted.

Floor Stand: (option)
A Floor Stand minimizes the installed footprint of your wide format scanner and positions the document feed at a comfortable and convenient height. A basket catches scanned documents as they are ejected from the scanner and collects them at the back of the scanner for recovery later.

Upgrades:
Colortac have made the upgrade process very simple. Please contact Hassan (hassan@mandeno.co.nz),
a) 36"models can be upgraded to 44" models.
b) An (m) monochrmome scanner can be upgraded to (c), colour or (e), enhanced colour.
c) An (c) colour scanner can be upgraded to (e), enhanced colour.