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Specials
Here's where you will find limited-time specials on select new items, along with Old Zeke´s latest offspring. He calls them his "babies" - we call them the highest quality refurbished equipment you´ll find anywhere! However, this page isn´t just about great deals and having fun. In order to add some balance, we´ve also included our FAQ as well as an educational and informative section on popular older model scanners. In addition, be sure to check out our Latest News for last-minute bargains we might not have had time to list here...
21 Years of Providing the Best Value Around
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Save Big On CalComp 36" & 42" Color Models!!!
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CalComp Sale Extended Through April 30tht!
If you missed out on last quarter's CalComp 42" wide scanner sale, well here's some more 42" color models, as well as the brand new ScanPlus 6 LF736 36" wide scanner! Each machine comes complete with everything that you need except for the PC: OEM stand, USB cable, WIDEimage scan/print software and TWAIN driver for Win2000/XP/Vista (MAC driver also available), installation and operation manuals, and a 2 year on-site parts and labor warranty. OPTIONAL 3 YEAR ON-SITE WARRANTY AVAILABLE! And as always, FREE DM telephone support for the lifetime of the equipment. This sale ends April 30th, 2008...
ScanPlus 6 LF642 Brochure
ScanPlus 6 LF742 Brochure
ScanPlus 6 LF736 Brochure
Here's The Details On The CalComp Sale!
(extended to April 30th, 2008)
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Save More On 25"-54" Refurbished Models!!!
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CalComp Factory-Refurbished Scanners
A limited number of late-model CalComp color machines from 25" wide up to 54" are available! Each factory-refurbished scanner comes complete with everything that you need except for the PC: OEM stand, USB cable, WIDEimage scan/print software and TWAIN driver for Win2000/XP/Vista (MAC driver also available), installation and operation manuals, and a 1 year return-to-depot parts and labor warranty (optional extended warranties available). And as always, FREE DM telephone support for the lifetime of the equipment. These models are in very limited quantity and available on a first come, first serve basis, so give us a call...
Document Management-Refurbished Scanners
Here's our current list of DM-refurbished scanners. Each comes complete with everything that you need except for the PC: SCSI interface card & cable, scan/print software for Win2000/XP, installation and operation manuals, and a 1 year return-to-depot parts and labor warranty (optional extended warranties available). And as always, FREE DM telephone support for the lifetime of the equipment. These models are in very limited quantity and available on a first come, first serve basis, so give us a call:
WideCom SLC1037 TC 36" Fast Monochrome, Grayscale, & Color
WideCom's Top-of-the-Line!
Original retail: $15,995
SOLD
(see WideCom SLC937/1037 series below for brochure & specifications)
Contex FSS8300 DSP 36" Monochrome/Grayscale
Original retail: $14,995
SOLD OUT
(see Contex FSSx300 DSP series below for brochure & specifications)
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| Old Zeke's TEC Tip #19 - Better Your Casters
Is it just me, or are the casters they´ve been puttin´ on large format scanner and printer stands downright wimpy? They never seem to roll very well, and just running over somethin´ like a forgotten piece of petrified possum jerky is enough to send one south. So here´s what we´re gonna do:
Go down to your local hardware store (a REAL hardware store - not one of them "home furnishing" places your wife hangs out at), and get yourself some good quality American-made casters with a 3/8" threaded stud, a 3/8"-16 tap, and a 5/16" drill bit. While you´re there, also pick up some 3/8" coarse-thread nuts (at least 8) to use as spacers. Also maybe pick up some more jerky to chaw on while you're working - they usually have some near the front counter. If they don't, you're not in a REAL hardware store (better hightail it out of there before they try to sell you some kinda mauve sofa doily or somethin').
Unscrew and remove those old n´ busted metric foo-foo casters, and drill out the holes in the stand with that 5/16" drill. Take your 3/8"-16 tap and re-thread them holes (put some oil on the tap first - this is a coarse thread and it´s gonna take a little effort). Now, screw a couple of them nuts on to each of the new casters and thread those babies into the stand. Adjust the nuts so that all of the casters are stickin´ out an equal length, and then tighten em´ up good. Stand up your stand and observe how much smoother it rolls. Then, slap yourself on the head for not doing this sooner!
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Buy A Scanner, Receive A Free Vintage Radio!!!
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A Very Special Limited Time Offer
In celebration of our new "Old Zeke´s Antiques" product line, if you purchase a new or refurbished scanner from Document Management, you will also receive a FREE classic table radio. These are wonderful pieces of history manufactured in the 1950s or early 1960s and all have that sweet vacuum tube circuitry with the famous "warm" sound. They´ve all been electrically restored and aligned to their original factory specifications, and will provide you years of enjoyment while you happily scan away the hours. This special offer is for a limited time, so get yours while you can!
About The Radios
By the 1950s, the development of vacuum tube and radio technology had been completed to perfection. Most radios produced during this period can still outperform a typical one manufactured today. In addition, more and more people are re-discovering the great (and many feel superior) sound quality of a well-designed piece of vacuum tube equipment. These radios are true collector´s items, and will only increase in value as they gracefully age. We take the same loving care in electrically restoring them as we do our world-renowned refurbished scanners. We replace any defective or out-of-tolerance components and update them to safely work on modern AC power - all while keeping them as original as possible. We then align the RF and IF circuitry to ensure that they perform as well as they did when new. Naturally, like any used equipment, they may have some minor scuffs and wear. The radio photo is a representation - makes and models will vary according to supply. We guarantee that it will look and sound great, and that you will treasure it for years to come.
About Old Zeke´s Antiques
Before we began servicing scanners (over 20 years ago), we were top-notch shop technicians as well as engineers in commercial broadcast and recording studios. We´ve been repairing consumer and professional electronic equipment for over 35 years and have loved every minute of it. We also love the old vintage gear and can never resist rescuing a poor orphan whenever we´re out and about. Recent acquisitions have enabled us to offer some nicely restored pieces to our loyal DM customers. We´ve got a lot of cool stuff like radios, amplifiers, tuners, receivers and open-reel tape decks from such famous old names as Dynaco, Eico, Scott, Heathkit, Roberts, Akai, Ampex, Teac, Revox, Fisher, Knight, Harman Kardon, Marantz, McIntosh, and much, much more. All are kept as original as possible, but restored so that you can use and enjoy them every day for years to come. Give us a call if you'd like to re-discover the joys of great sounding equipment that not only looks and sounds way cooler than modern mass-produced stuff but also glows in the dark!
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Old Zeke's Tec Tip #17
It's risky to batch scan large format drawings to a network
drive, unless you are using software that is specifically
designed for this purpose. Scan them to the local hard
drive first, and then copy them over. If needed, install
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Popular Older Model Scanners
The following is information on some of the more popular older models of large and wide format scanners. They´re worth seeking out on the used or refurbished market, as they´re still compatible with modern computer systems. In fact, many of them can be made to perform as well as their new counterparts at a fraction of a "youngster´s" cost. Naturally, we have the tools and expertise to repair and refurbish them - that´s what we do best (contact us for a consultation)!
This is by no means a comprehensive list of older model scanners. This list focuses on ones that typically can be (economically) brought back into service. Drivers and software for them can still be found inexpensively (unless otherwise noted). As a rule of thumb, you want to avoid machines that use a proprietary interface (i.e., ones that do not support SCSI, USB, or Firewire), or otherwise don´t have drivers available for a modern computer. If in doubt, ask us before you bid or buy. We´ll be adding more models and information as time and resources allow. If anyone has access to any vintage documentation (photos, brochures, specifications, technical & user manuals) that might be of interest to our visitors, please contact us!
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Action Imaging Scanners
36", 42", 44", & 54" monochrome, grayscale, & color.
Action Imaging was an organization formed in the late 1990s consisting of ANA Tech, Colortrac, Tangent, and Scangraphics. Recently, Colortrac took over all operations and the Action Imaging name went away. Currently, they manufacture and sell scanners under the Colortrac brand and also the Ana Tech Eagle series (for high end applications).
The scanners that had sold under the Action Imaging umbrella were built like a tank, performed very well, and have proven to be very reliable. As of this writing, some key parts for even the older machines are still available, as well as drivers and software. There is one consideration, however: if the machine that you are interested in does not come with the latest software and drivers, expect to pay at least $2,000 or more to get an update. One exception to this rule is the Colortrac SmartLF 4080 series. It´s still supported in the latest SmartLF, ScanWorks, and CopySmart software.
Recommended Models: Colortrac Series 4 (3640, 3680, 4260, 4280, SLF or e), Colortrac wide Series 4 (4860, 5480, XLF or e), ANA Tech Eagle Color (3640C, 4240C, 4080C, & 6250C), Tangent Series 4 (4860, 5480, XLF or e), Colortrac Flatbed 24120, and Colortrac SmartLF 4080 M, C, or E.
Models Recommended ONLY if they come with a SCSI interface and software & drivers for a modern PC: Colortrac Series 3 (340, 360, 380, Cx, Gx, or Gx+), ANA Tech Eagle Monochrome (3640, 4240, 4080, & 6250), ANA Tech Eagle Evolution (E4, E8, & EPro), and ANA Tech Eagle SLI 3840 & 3840Plus, Scangraphics CF1000, CF500, CF400, & CF300, and Tangent Sheetfeed 36 & 44 SF or MM. |
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Contex FSSx000/Calcomp ScanPlus II x00 Series
36", 1-4 cameras, 1000DPI max. monochrome & grayscale.
Contex's renowned workhorse. Service bureaus
have been known to put hundreds of thousands of drawings through these.
Contex FSS3000, FSS5000, FSS8000, FSS10000
Calcomp ScanPlus II 300, 500, 800, 1000 |
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Contex FSSx200 DSP/Calcomp ScanPlus III x00 Series
36", 1-4 cameras, 1000DPI max. monochrome & grayscale.
The first Contex series with Digital Signal Processing,
these models can quickly scan a D-size in just 18 seconds at 300DPI.
Contex FSS3200, FSS5200, FSS6200, FSS8200, FSS10200
Calcomp ScanPlus III 300, 500, 600, 800, 1000 |
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Contex FSSx300 DSP/Calcomp ScanPlus III x00T Series
36", 1-4 cameras, 1800DPI max. monochrome & grayscale.
The most popular b&w/grayscale scanner line ever sold - need
we say more?
Brochure
Contex FSS4300, FSS8300, FSS12300, FSS18300
Calcomp ScanPlus III 400T, 800T, 1200T, 1800T |
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Contex FSCxxxx DSP/Calcomp ScanPlus III xxxC Series
36", 1-3 cameras, 800DPI max. monochrome, grayscale, and
color.
These models feature the great performance of the FSSx300DSP series with the addition of 24-bit color. They capture 30 bit color data and can be calibrated to output images in accordance with international IT8 color standards. They're a great choice for mapping, architectural, and reprographic applications, or for anyone needing good quality color capability.
Brochure
Contex FSC5000, FSC8000, FSC3010, FSC5010, FSC6010, FSC8010
Calcomp ScanPlus III 500C, 800C, 310C, 510C, 610C, 810C |
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Oce by Contex G60xx & 47xx Series
36", 1-4 cameras, 1800DPI max. monochrome & grayscale (and some models color).
Special versions of Contex's great FSS and FSC platforms with "top load" document insertion and a built-in stand. Many consider the Contex-made ones to be the best of the Oce scanners.
Brochure
Oce G6015, Oce G6035, Oce G6045, Oce G6055
Oce 4715, Oce 4730, Oce 4740, Oce 4750
Color Models: Oce 4770, Oce 4780
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Attention Vidar Fans!
Did you know that the new CalComp ScanPlus 6 LF436 incorporates a lot of technology that was originally developed by Vidar? For instance, the document feed and background plate mechanisms are the classic Vidar design.
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Vidar by Vidar Scanners (Pre 2003)
36", 42", & 50", monochrome, grayscale, & color.
Vidar was a Swedish-owned company that designed and manufactured large format scanners in Herndon, VA, USA. In June of 2002, the company was acquired by Denmark-based Contex. Not long after, all scanners bearing the Vidar name became Contex designs.
The pre-2003 models that were made by Vidar can be a great choice if you can find a refurbished or used one in good shape at the right price. They were very well built and were famous for their excellent black and white image enhancement - a nice feature if you have a lot of low contrast blueprints and sepias to scan.
These models can for the most part be made to work on a modern computer:
TruScan 600, TruScan 800, TruScan Flash (P20), TruScan Select (P21), TruScan Titan (P25), TruScan Flash (newer P62), TruScan Select II (P75), TruScan Select (newer P87), TruScan Select Pro (P88), TruScan Atlas (P93), Vidar Designer (P119), Vidar Latitude (P121), Vidar Surveyor (P850), and Vidar Titan II (P851).
Some models to avoid because they´re no longer supported or otherwise completely worthless without their proprietary ISA PC interfaces:
Vidar 3420 and 3440, Vidar 4220 and 4240, Vidar 4250, Vidar 6220, Vidar ACS 20, and TruScan 500 (a.k.a. Vidar PC36, Houston Instrument LDS4000, & CalComp ScanPlus 36). |
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WideCom SLC836 Series
36", 1200DPI max. monochrome, grayscale,
and color.
The SLC836 series was an updated version of the landmark SLC436 series, the first CIS-based large format scanners. Whereas the older series had a proprietary interface, the SLC836 was the first model to feature the SCSI3 standard. Note: All SLC436 models and some early SLC836 machines came with the proprietary ISA PC interface. Avoid these - they will not work on a modern computer. How can you tell if it's SCSI? Look for a long, thin 68-pin connector on the back. If it has it, it's SCSI. If it doesn't, stay away.
Similar to the popular SLC936 series, they have the same great black & white quality and speed as their big brother. The color and grayscale quality is also comparable (or even better, since it can be more precisely calibrated), just not as fast. Because they came standard with on-board mono support and feature 24 bit RGB for grayscale, they're very desirable. DM Special Edition upgrades are available, which allow them to be the only CIS-based scanners that can scan stiff or thick media without any degradation of image sharpness (view the brochure or contact us for more information).
Brochure
WideCom SLC836, M or +
(mono versions, color upgradeable)
WideCom SLC836C (color)
DM Special Edition upgradeable
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WideCom SLC9xx/10xx FAST/Turbo Series
36", 41", 54", & 72", 9600DPI max. monochrome, grayscale,
and color.
Known for their great performance at an economical price, they´re still in production today. The SLC9xx/10xx models are a good choice for high quality general-purpose scanning. Stock factory machines do have one flaw: due to their massive, heavy-duty stepper motor, internal vibrations tend to send them out of alignment. This is why we highly recommend getting them refurbished before they´re put into service (all DM sold or refurbished machines have had this flaw corrected). DM Special Edition upgrades are available, which allow them to be the only CIS-based scanners that can scan stiff or thick media without any degradation of image sharpness (view the brochure or contact us for more information).
Brochure
WideCom SLC936, SLC941, SLC954, SLC972,
M or +
WideCom SLC1036, SLC1041, SLC1054, SLC1072, M or +
(mono versions, color upgradeable)
WideCom SLC936C, SLC941C, SLC954C, SLC972C, QC or TC
WideCom SLC1036C, SLC1041C, SLC1054C, SLC1072C, or TC
(color versions)
DM Special Edition upgradeable
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WideCom SLC937/1037 FAST/Turbo Color Series
36", 9600DPI max. monochrome, grayscale,
and color.
The SLC937/1037 series is a hand-built limited edition of the SLC936/1036
series with a specially designed straight-through document
path. The scan head flips up to allow easy glass and roller
cleaning, and can accept media up to 0.6" thick.
Brochure
WideCom SLC937C
WideCom SLC1037TC
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Older model large and wide format scanners can be obtained from us in pristine, refurbished condition. Naturally, quantities are limited, so contact us for our current stock. We can also locate a particular model of interest and refurbish it for you. Call us with your needs! Availability and prices of our Specials are subject to change without notice and are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Scanners do not come with stands unless noted.
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Old Zeke's Tec Tip #18
When performing a color scan on a document mounted on
posterboard using a late model Contex, Oce', Vidar, or
CalComp scanner, temporarily attach a 3 inch wide strip
of scrap posterboard to the leading edge. This will eliminate
any differences in shading that might occur at the beginning
of the scan. |
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For more information, call 800-DOC-MGMT (800-362-6468), sales@docmanage.com
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