Advanced scanning technologies for extracting maximum image detail at high quality
Unique XY Stitch scanning technology includes scanning optics with motion along the x and y axes. This enables accurate positioning of the scan head directly below the center of each image, regardless of where the original is placed on the scanning area. The technology assures uniform sharpness and high optical resolution of up to 5,600 dpi over the entire scanner format. High image quality is maintained even with large originals. For example, a 20 x 25 cm /8 x 10 in. image is scanned in several strips at a record-breaking optical resolution of up to 5,600 dpi, capturing maximum information. Stitching is performed on the fly to further increase productivity.Regardless of original image size, the EverSmart Select scanner provides a consistently high resolution for uniform sharpness and quality. Since other scanners cannot perform stitching they use zooming, causing resolution to drop drastically when image size is increased.
Scan Once, Output Many (SOOM) workflow repurposes images for multiple output applications
The oXYgen scanning application introduces the SOOM workflow for enhancing scanning performance. The oXYgen Scan module scans directly to RGB or CMYK if your image is needed only once. If your image is needed for more than one output application, the EverSmart oXYgen Scan module enables you to capture all the information of the original image, save it as a 16 bit Digital Transparency (DT) file allowing accurate reproduction of the original image. Using the oXYgen Open module, you can retrieve the DT file offline and repurpose the image locally or remotely, for any use, as many times as you like, at highest quality and with complete output predictability. Both modules utilize all the professional editing tools incorporated in the scanning application, and the image is processed with a full ICC color management workflow.
WorkFlow Diagram
Parallel workflow for maximum productivity
The EverSmart Select scanner excels in quality and productivity. Parallel workflow enables you to interactively set parameters for the previewed image in the foreground, while the scanner captures and processes other images in the background. This enables over 45 scans per hour. XY Stitch scanning technology also provides full-board productivity, allowing you to scan up to seventy 35 mm images in the same high optical resolution of up to 5,600 dpi -all in one job.
Full scanning media and workflow flexibility
All types of originals can be scanned, including: transparent and reflective, positive and negative, color or black-and-white, printed material, lineart, framed (mounted) slides and screened films. In addition, the EverSmart Select scanner offers complete flexibility in image size, thickness, material and format. It support all standard types of scanning workflows: CMYK for printing and RGB for second-generation images, archiving and online screen applications. International Color Consortium® (ICC) color management is fully supported for working in color management environments with input and output profiles, soft proofing and ICC output simulation.
Full ICC color management workflow assures high quality and predictability
Using full ICC color management workflow assures complete output predictability and highly accurate and repeatable colors. This covers different input originals as well as various output devices, including RGB monitors and CYMK printers and proofers. You can display a soft proof on your screen for a good color representation of how the image will look when printed. A device link profile maps the color transformation from the scanner gamut to the output device gamut based on the selected rendering intent. With the comprehensive editing tools, you can fine-tune the device link and precisely set the gray balance separation UCR/GCR and the color tonal balance.
Professional editing and proofing tools give you full image control
The scanning application provides an intuitive, workflow-oriented interface for image control. It includes a host of scanning controls, such as end points, global and selective color correction, as well as sharpness, gradation, LS curve and gray controls. They offer several levels of operation to help you achieve the exact results you want. The tools are available in all scanning modes, including negative. A powerful SmartSetâ„¢ function automatically analyzes the image for tone reproduction, gradation, sharpness and color transformation on the fly, resulting in optimal scanning quality.
Optional oXYgen DOT Solution
The oXYgen DOT Solution is composed of two applications, oXYgen DOT and the oXYgen DOT Toolkit. oXYgen DOT is a scanning application that digitizes the screened films to deliver superb copydot and descreened quality. The Toolkit provides advanced functions for customizing the image for any purpose or output device-such as automatic registration, bitmap editing, resampling, tone calibration, digital descreening and more. Together, they provide a complete copydot scanning solution, enabling a SOOM workflow for re-purposing halftone film for any output device, as many times as needed.
Optional Oil Mounting Station enhances image quality
The first offline mounting station designed for flatbed scanners. It preserves image quality and enhances productivity. Oil mounting is often used when an enlargement of over 800% is required or if an original is scratched. Bathing the film in a layer of scanning oil conceals scratches, which minimizes post scan retouching, saving both time and operation costs. Oil mounting also enhances overall image quality by "reducing" image grain and improving shadow detail.