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SL1000 Q Series Microfilm Scanner

SL1000 Q Digital Microfilm Scanner

Building on the worldwide success of the original SL1000, the SL1000 Q represents the next generation of digital microfilm scanning technology. With over 2,600 units sold globally, the SL1000 established the industry benchmark for compact, screenless microfilm scanners used by libraries, government agencies, universities, and archival institutions.

The SL1000 Q retains the original’s proven strengths—its compact footprint, affordability, and ease of use—while introducing advanced features designed to improve productivity and streamline microfilm digitization. New capabilities such as blip detection, quieter operation, and an enhanced software application enable users to efficiently locate, scan, and manage archival records with greater speed and accuracy.

Designed for modern archival workflows, the SL1000 Q supports a wide range of microform media and delivers high-quality digital output, making it an ideal solution for organizations preserving valuable historical and business records.

Key Highlights

  • Successor to the industry-proven SL1000 with over 2,600 units installed worldwide
  • Compact, space-saving desktop design
  • Advanced Blip Detection for fast navigation of blipped 16mm roll microfilm
  • Quiet, energy-efficient operation
  • Dedicated scanning application for improved workflow and productivity
  • High-resolution digital image capture
  • Supports multiple microform formats, including microfiche, aperture cards, and 16mm/35mm roll film (with optional carriers)
  • Ideal for libraries, government archives, universities, museums, and corporate records departments

Pricing

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Disclaimer

This product is available for international customers only and is not offered for sale within the United States.

Description

The SL1000 Digital Microfilm Scanner is a trusted, high-performance solution designed for libraries, government agencies, universities, and corporate archives seeking to digitize and preserve microform collections. Developed by Kyokko Seiko Co., Ltd., the SL1000 replaces traditional analog reader-printers with a modern digital workflow, enabling users to quickly scan, view, save, and print archival records.

Key Features

Self-Service Operation

The SL1000 features an intuitive user interface that allows patrons and staff to operate the scanner with minimal training. Its compact footprint makes it an excellent choice for reading rooms, libraries, and public records offices.

Universal Microform Compatibility

Supports virtually every standard archival media format, including:

  • Microfiche
  • Microfiche Jackets
  • Aperture Cards
  • 16mm Roll Microfilm
  • 35mm Roll Microfilm
  • Micro-Opaque Cards
  • 35mm Color Slides
  • Color Negatives

Optional manual and motorized film carriers provide additional flexibility for roll film applications.

Fast Digital Scanning

High-speed preview and capture allow users to scan documents in approximately one second per frame, improving productivity for both occasional users and high-volume digitization projects.

Powerful Digital Workflow

The SL1000 allows users to:

  • Scan to PDF
  • Scan to multi-Page PDF
  • Scan to TIFF
  • Scan to multi-Page TIFF
  • Scan to JPEG
  • Scan to PNG
  • Scan to BMP
  • Print directly
  • Save to USB
  • Email scanned images (system configuration dependent)

Advanced Image Enhancement

Built-in software provides professional image editing tools, including:

  • Automatic deskew
  • Auto crop
  • Image rotation
  • Horizontal flip
  • Image masking
  • Brightness and contrast adjustment
  • OCR-compatible PDF generation (optional software configuration)

Technical Specifications

Feature

Specification

Manufacturer Kyokko Seiko Co., Ltd.
Scanner Type Digital Color Microfilm Scanner
Image Sensor Color Area CCD Sensor (Approx. 14.22 Megapixels)
Scan Speed Approximately 1 second per image
Output Resolution       Selectable up to 1200 dpi
Optical Resolution 430–600 dpi (depending on model)
Magnification Approximately 6.8x–54x Optical Zoom
Focus Automatic or Manual
File Formats PDF, Multi-Page PDF, TIFF, Multi-Page TIFF, JPEG, PNG, BMP
Interface USB 3.0 High-Speed
Software SL-Touch Imaging Software

SL1000 Q Series

The SL1000 Q Series builds upon the success of the original SL1000 with several performance enhancements designed for today’s digital archives.

Improvements Include

  • Higher-resolution 20.16 MP image sensor
  • Faster image processing
  • Blip Search technology for rapid navigation of blipped 16mm roll microfilm
  • Quieter operation
  • Improved energy efficiency
  • Enhanced image quality and workflow performance

These upgrades make the Q Series an excellent solution for organizations digitizing large archival collections.


Ideal Applications

The SL1000 is widely used by:

  • Libraries
  • Government agencies
  • County recorder offices
  • Universities
  • Museums
  • Historical societies
  • Financial institutions
  • Corporate records departments
  • Medical archives

Why Choose the SL1000?

The SL1000 combines exceptional image quality, universal media compatibility, and user-friendly operation in a compact desktop scanner. Whether preserving historical collections or providing public access to archival records, it offers a reliable and efficient solution for converting microfilm into searchable digital documents. With support for multiple microform formats, fast scanning, and comprehensive image enhancement tools, the SL1000 remains one of the industry’s most versatile digital microfilm scanners.

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