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[GACollectibles]

On 2/20/2019 at 8:36 AM, GACollectibles said:

On 5/10/2018 at 8:26 AM, GACollectibles said:

On 11/9/2016 at 5:54 PM, GACollectibles said:

GACollectibles said:

  Swanson6676 said:

Just to clarify...any scanner using CIS technology is no good for scanning slabbed books, correct?

 

Also, does anyone have a list of current scanners or all-in-ones that use CCD and can fit the CGC books? I just contacted Epson and I was told that none of their current CCD models can fit anything bigger than 8.5x11...except for a graphic arts scanner that is well over $2000.

 

1) Correct

2) See below for older models that can scan CGC slabs (CCD format).

 

 

  GACollectibles said:

Here is a list(Thanks Sharon!) from this thread of scanners that people have confirmed as compatible for slabs using the CCD format, many suggest using Vuescan for best editing tool.

 

Epson GT-2000

HP 7310

HP 7400 (7710 is the actual number for a search)

HP 7410 All-in-one.

HP 7780 AIO

HP Scanjet 8200

HP 8250

HP 8300

HP 8350

HP 8390 (according to HP specs)

 

Microtek Scanmaker i800 plus

Microtek V6UPL

Microteks 9600-9700-9800

 

 

Most new off the shelf units are CIS format, will be blurry(see HP 8600 example above). Editing will not eliminate the blurriness.

 

 

New scanners that work (CCD) samples posted in this thread

 

EPSON DS-50000 new $1300+

EPSON GT-15000 pre-owned $300-1000

 

 

Scanning software issues for Mac

 

 

Ghost Town said:

 

VueScan definitely works with Sierra. And El Capitan.

 

Vuescan settings suggestions

 

 

W16227 said:

  HighStakesComics said:

Is there any way to improve the quality of scans on the HP 8200 or did I just flush $170 down the pisser?

 

use vuescan = start with KKs settings

 

http://boards.collectors-society.com/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=8942320#Post8942320

UPDATED LIST:

EPSON DS-50000 (added)

Epson GT-15000 (added)

Epson GT-20000 (corrected model number)

HP 7310

HP 7400 (7710 is the actual number for a search)

HP 7400C (added)

HP 7410 All-in-one.

HP 7780 AIO

HP Scanjet 8200

HP 8250

HP 8300

HP 8350

HP 8390 (according to HP specs)

Microtek Scanmaker i800 plus

Microtek V6UPL

Microteks 9600-9700-9800

Not yet confirmed(but I'm still thinking of giving it a whirl!)

PLUSTEK OPTICPRO A320

 

[I like pie]

Scanners just don't do foil covers justice. 

Left is scan/right is camera. Obviously the scan is more clear and less glare but I couldn't get it to look close to what the books actually appear.

[circumstances]

Can I bump this and ask what's the current scanner of choice?

I don't have a printer at home, so a combo deal might be nice (but not essential).

[Silver_Couch_Surfer]

14 hours ago, circumstances said:

Can I bump this and ask what's the current scanner of choice?

I don't have a printer at home, so a combo deal might be nice (but not essential).

HP 8300

[Gaard]

That's what I have. Well, almost...it's an 8250. I hate lugging it out whenever I need it, though. Any affordable legal-size wireless scanners out there?

[circumstances]

1 hour ago, Silver_Couch_Surfer said:

HP 8300

Thanks. Reading through the forums that seems like it's been the go-to for years.

[Silver_Couch_Surfer]

4 minutes ago, circumstances said:

Thanks. Reading through the forums that seems like it's been the go-to for years.

Yeah you really can't go wrong this one combo. No need for anything else. It is on the bigger side though. Just warning ya

[Junkdrawer]

I wish the HP8300 was a cell phone. Damn thing is immortal 

[Silver_Couch_Surfer]

2 hours ago, Junkdrawer said:

I wish the HP8300 was a cell phone. Damn thing is immortal 

Truth right here.

[MBFan]

Bought a new old stock HP8300 and never looked back.

 

[I like pie]

Anyone using a Microtek V6upl with Windows 10?

Can't get it to recognize with or without Viewscan.

[labratnotincluded]

Did you try searching for drivers for your specific model?  A quick search pulled up several promising prospects

[I like pie]

2 hours ago, labratnotincluded said:

Did you try searching for drivers for your specific model?  A quick search pulled up several promising prospects

I did. After playing with it for awhile, I got it to work sometimes but it never fully scanned(started and froze halfway through).

Think it is just a faulty unit.

[labratnotincluded]

It may also be a faulty cord/connector.

[RedGiant]

I use a HP 8350 which I think does a good job, but the 'light issue' drives me crazy.  Depends on inner well of slab, some books don't have it all, most have a tiny bit (see 2nd and 3rd example below), but some are pretty awful (1st image below), bottom of this slab.  Light bouncing off inner well and being captured in image.  Most users have this at the top of their scans, I put mine in upside down and flip them in software.  I've tried pushing on slab with pressure on flatbed, doesn't help.  Lid open, lid closed, nothing seems to help.

I realize I could take pics, set up a light box, etc. - but would like to stick with a scanner if possible.

Anyone using the MicroTek i800 that can comment on 'light issue'?  I believe that is the scanner that CLink uses and it seems they never have 'light issues' - can anyone confirm?  I also wonder if the high end Epsons 15k, 20k, 50k - have the 'light issue'?  

 

Edited May 14, 2020 by RedGiant

[I like pie]

HP 8270 works

[RedGiant]

17 minutes ago, I like pie said:

HP 8270 works

glad it's working

Edited May 15, 2020 by RedGiant

[I like pie]

Just now, RedGiant said:

But scans in your signature line have the 'light glare'

Sorry. I wasn't responding to your post. The 8270 isn't on the list and I just got one, so confirming it works.

I've never had a scanner that didn't show glare sometimes.

[oldbsturgeon]

My legal scanner is a konica minolta bizhub at my work. Does a great job scanning slabs up to 600 dpi

[Greengiant]

Question for owner of HP Scanjet 8200:

I bought one after reading this thread and really enjoy it. One of the issues that does come up is when i scan something, at times it will start and then speed ahead and hit the end and continue to click. I just pull the plug and let it restart. Anybody else have this issue and find a solution?