Book Scanner 9000
The BookScanner 9000 is a large-format overhead book scanner built specifically for books, periodicals, and fragile documents. Made in the USA, it scans from above rather than pressing material flat, helping protect bindings while producing sharp, distortion-free images across the entire page.
With a generous scan area of up to 18 inches by 28 inches when open, the BookScanner 9000 handles thick volumes up to 4 inches with ease. Its precision imaging system delivers true optical scans with consistent clarity from corner to corner, making it well suited to libraries, archives, government departments, and cultural institutions.
Micrographic Engineering Services is an authorised dealer of Indus scanners in Australia.
Book Scanner 9000
Key Features
Overhead Book Scanning Design
Scans from above to protect book spines and fragile bindings, unlike traditional flatbed scanners.
Large Scan Area
Supports books and flat documents up to 18 inches x 28 inches when open, with optional construction available for larger formats.
High-Quality Optical Imaging
Uses a 7500-pixel line CCD and precision optics to deliver true optical scans up to 400 dpi without distortion.
Fast Scan Speed
Captures a full 28-inch wide by 18-inch high spread in just 2.7 seconds at 400 dpi.
Built-In Book Cradle
Integrated cradle and cover glass support thick books and help maintain flat, focused images across both pages.
Advanced LED Illumination
Long-life LED lighting travels with the imaging system, illuminating only a small area at a time for consistent, vivid results.
Bundled Virtual Library Software
Supplied with powerful imaging software for automatic correction, cropping, format control, and production workflows.
What’s Included
- BookScanner 9000 overhead book scanner
- Built-in book cradle and cover glass
- Virtual Library software suite
- Kiosk software for walk-up and touch screen use
- Rescarta publishing software
- One-year manufacturer warranty
Why Choose the Book Scanner 9000
- Purpose-built for scanning books and fragile documents
- Protects bindings while delivering flat, high-quality images
- Handles large formats and thick volumes with ease
- Fast scanning supports production and preservation workflows
- Suitable for staff-operated or public walk-up use
- Backed by Micrographic Engineering Services support and expertise
Specifications
- Scanning Method: Overhead scanning system for books, periodicals, and flat documents.
- Maximum Scan Area: Up to 18 inches x 28 inches when open.
- Supported Formats: US Letter, US Ledger, DIN A sizes up to A2, and custom sizes within maximum scan area.
- Resolution: 200 dpi, 300 dpi, and 400 dpi optical.
- Scan Speed: 2.7 seconds for a 28-inch wide scan at 400 dpi.
- Image Formats: TIFF, JPEG, JPEG2000, and PDF.
- Illumination: Long-life LED lighting system.
- Software: Virtual Library with automatic colour compensation, border removal, page separation, deskewing, cropping, and metadata creation.
- Interface: USB 2.0.
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7 (32-bit), and Windows 10 (64-bit).
- Dimensions: 38 inches (H) x 41 inches (W) x 30 inches (D), equivalent to 96.5 cm x 104 cm x 76 cm.
- Weight: Approximately 86 kg without packaging.
- Power Requirements: 95–240 V, 47–63 Hz.
- Operating Environment: Temperature range from 5°C to 40°C, noise level below 30 dB.
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The BookScanner 9000 supports careful, high-quality digitisation of books, periodicals, and fragile documents without placing stress on bindings.
Speak with Micrographic Engineering Services to review system options or arrange installation support.
