Description
Zeutschel OS 16000 Comfort Book Scanner
The Zeutschel OS 16000 Comfort Book Scanner is a high-performance overhead book scanner designed for libraries, archives, universities, and professional digitization environments where speed, image quality, productivity, and preservation are essential. Its compact design, intuitive operation, and advanced scanning technology provide an efficient solution for digitizing books and bound materials while minimizing physical stress on delicate volumes.
The OS 16000 Comfort features Plug’n’Scan technology for simple setup and operation, along with productivity-enhancing functions such as automatic lowering and auto start. Its high depth of field, autofocus, and homogeneous, shadow-free illumination produce consistently sharp, high-quality images across the entire scanning area.
A manual Comfort book holder accommodates books up to 100 mm thick, while the scanner’s generous 635 × 460 mm scanning format supports materials larger than DIN A2. With scanning speeds of approximately 3.8 seconds at 400 ppi, the OS 16000 Comfort is well suited for demanding digitization projects.
Key Features & Benefits
- High-Performance Overhead Scanning: Designed for professional book and document digitization with excellent image quality and productivity.
- Large Scanning Format: Supports originals up to 635 × 460 mm, larger than DIN A2.
- Fast Scanning: Scans at approximately 3.8 seconds per image at 400 ppi.
- High-Resolution Imaging: Supports resolutions from 100 to 600 ppi.
- Superior Image Quality: 42-bit color and 14-bit grayscale processing provide excellent image detail and tonal reproduction.
- Automatic Focus: Autofocus and approximately 50 mm depth of focus help maintain consistent image sharpness.
- Shadow-Free Illumination: Homogeneous lighting helps produce even images with reduced shadows and reflections.
- Book Preservation: The Comfort book holder provides gentle support for books, including volumes up to 100 mm thick.
- Plug’n’Scan: Simplifies installation and allows users to begin scanning quickly.
- Productivity Features: Automatic lowering and auto-start functions help streamline repetitive scanning workflows.
- Preview Function: Allows users to verify images before completing the scanning process.
- Flexible Software Support: Compatible with OmniScan 12 / 64-bit, TWAIN, BCS-2, DPU-Scan, and PerfectBook 3.0.
- Multiple Output Formats: Supports TIFF, TIFF G4, JPEG, JPEG 2000, Multipage TIFF, PDF, Multipage PDF, BMP, PNG, GIF, PCX, and PDF iHQC.
- Gigabit Ethernet Interface: Provides reliable high-speed connectivity to the workstation.
- Remote Maintenance: Supports convenient administration and troubleshooting to help minimize downtime.
- Compact Professional Design: Provides a robust scanning platform while maintaining an efficient workspace footprint.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Scan Format |
635 × 460 mm (> DIN A2) |
| Scan Mode |
Color; 4 channels; RGB color and grayscale |
| True-Color Processing |
42-bit color / 24-bit output; 14-bit grayscale / 8-bit output; 1-bit B&W |
| Maximum Resolution |
100–600 ppi |
| Scan Speed |
Approx. 3.8 seconds at 400 ppi |
| Depth of Focus |
Approx. 50 mm |
| Autofocus |
Yes |
| Book Holder |
Manual Comfort book holder |
| Working Mode |
Manual |
| Maximum Book Thickness |
100 mm |
| Scanner Interface |
Gigabit Ethernet |
| Output Formats |
TIFF, TIFF G4, JPEG, JP2, Multipage TIFF, PDF, Multipage PDF, BMP, PNG, GIF, PCX, PDF iHQC |
| User Software |
OmniScan 12 / 64-bit, TWAIN, BCS-2, DPU-Scan, PerfectBook 3.0 |
| Operating System |
Windows 7, 8.1, and 10; alternatives available upon request |
| Optional Accessories |
PC, monitor, lockable scanner table, various bookends |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
777 × 845 × 940 mm |
| Workspace (W × D) |
650 × 690 mm |
| Weight |
70 kg |
| Power Requirements |
100–230 V, 50/60 Hz, 1.1 A; other voltages available upon request |
Built for Professional Digitization
The Zeutschel OS 16000 Comfort combines high-speed scanning with gentle book handling and professional image quality. Its large scanning area, fast 3.8-second scan time, advanced imaging technology, and flexible software compatibility make it an excellent choice for libraries, archives, museums, universities, government agencies, and commercial digitization services.
For organizations handling large collections or valuable historical materials, the OS 16000 Comfort delivers the productivity needed for demanding scanning projects while maintaining the image quality and careful handling required for long-term digital preservation.
