Product Description

With 2400 dpi resolution - higher than any other B-size flatbed scanner available today - plus a 3.8 Dmax and 48-bit color, the Epson Expression 10000XL offers everything professional photographers and graphic artists require for high-quality, large-volume scanning.A reliable performer that's sure to increase productivity, this hard-working scanner features Epson's exclusive ColorTrue II imaging system, which combines superior image processing, a xenon lamp, and Epson Color MatrixCCD technology for enhanced colors and pinpoint registration. Its 3.8 Dmax delivers a broad dynamic range with excellent shadow detail. And, an AutoFocus optics system, when activated, adjusts the focus for capturing clear, precise images every time.The Epson Expression 10000XL scans virtually anything, including reflective media up to 12.2" x 17.2". The Graphic Arts model has an optional transparency unit for scanning transparencies up to 12.2" x 16.5". The Expression 10000XL includes both Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and FireWire (IEEE 1394) connectivity. There's also an optional network card.Best of all, this durable scanner speeds through every task to digitize images quickly and easily. It even offers an optional automatic document feeder for multiple-page scanning. For increased productivity and remarkable results in professional graphic arts and photographic applications, the solution is simple: the Epson Expression 10000XL.

Product Details

• Brand: Epson
• Model: E10000XL-GA
• Platform: Windows
• Format: CD
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 7.00" h x 18.00" w x 26.00" l, 28.66 pounds

Features

• 2,400 x 4,800 optical resolution, 3.8 Dmax optical density
• 48-bit color depth, 16-bit grayscale; 50% to 200% zoom
• A3 sized scanning surface for originals up to 12.2 by 17.2 inches
• Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0, MonacoEZcolor with reflective IT8 Target
• USB 2.0, Firewire, optional networking; PC and Mac compatible

Amazon.com Product Description
The Epson Expression 10000XL graphic arts edition is a large-format flatbed scanner designed for graphic artists and other high-end users. With its high 2,400 dpi scanning resolution, 48-bit internal color depth, and 3.8 optical density, images are crisp and accurate. The six-line alternated color CCD and auto focus optics system help to ensure that you get the best scans possible. Scan speeds are as high as 2.7 ms/line (at 1,200 dpi), while an optional automatic document feeder allows you to scan multiple sheets at a time. You can zoom in 1% increments anywhere from 50% to 200%.

The software bundle includes a variety of applications to help you easily achieve the best scan results possible. Titles include EPSON Scan 2.2, MonacoEZcolor with reflective IT8 Target, Photoshop Elements 2, and ABBYY FineReader Sprint OCR. The 10000XL connects to your computer via its standard USB and Firewire ports, and an optional network adapter lets you use the scanner as a network device. The AC 100-120V power supply consumes less than 55 watts during normal operation and about 6 watts while in sleep mode. Compatible with both PC and Mac operating platforms, the 10000XL comes backed with a one-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Scanner, CD-ROM with software and drivers, power cable, user's manual and setup documentation, USB cable

From the Manufacturer
Epson's Expression 10000XL A3 scanner has been designed for demanding graphic art and business users. With its 2,400 dpi resolution, 3.8 optical density, network connectivity, and high speed scanning capability, the Expression 10000XL is the scanning solution for the scanning perfectionist.

Features:

• Improved Image Quality - new 2400 x 4800 dpi with Matrix CCD technology and Auto Focus
• High Optical Density of 3.8 - rivaling many dedicated drum scanners
• Flexible Scanning - Up to A3 size for a variety of scanning applications
• High Speed - optional moving carriage type Transparency Unit (TPU) with new lamps for faster film scanning

Customer Reviews

Professional Quality Large Format Scanner
I purchased this recently because I wanted to upgrade from my old scanner, the Microtek 9800XL large format scanner.

I create highly detailed scratchboard line art and wanted a scanner that could capture the best possible scans of my work, which I can color digitally and send out to clients in electronic form. (I wasn't confident that my old scanner was doing the job as well as I hoped for.) Both the new and the old scanner are large format but the Epson 10000Xl is more than twice the cost of the Microtek 9800XL. Do I think the upgrade is worth it? Without a doubt.

Here is a list of cons associated with the Microtek that made me take the risk to upgrading:
1. Quirky driver. Sometimes the software could not find the installed driver and I had to restart the computer several times before it would work.
2. Microtek support is practically useless.
3. Very noisy operation
4. Scans required a lot of post production to arrive at the best capture of detail between dark and light tones. I had to scan in grayscale @ 1200dpi, make adjustment with Photoshop before converting to bitmap. With this scanner, the B&W bitmap scanning option was not capturing all the details.

The Epson, in comparison, has been a joy to own. Not only are the results much better, but the unit scans straight to B&W bitmap flawlessly, saving me time in post processing. I do need to clean the scan from unwanted specs but that is still a 50% reduction of time spent getting it optimized. The unit is also much quieter, has a slightly larger scan area, and built with superior design and parts. The lid stays open when raised at an angle whereas the Microtek was a slave to gravity.

After owning it about a month, there have been no problems to report. Since my livelihood relies on the quality of the images I produce, its a good investment and well worth the cost.

Very good large format scanner
I would have given this 5 stars if it had had a page feeder. Although in my case not a necessity, still it would have been a nice feature given the price of this unit. It's EXPENSIVE!

The scanner itself does exactly what I require of it. It takes great scans of large items and offers many filter and scanning options including software that permits multiple scans without requiring one to call up the Twain driver after every scan. I have over 300 LP covers that I'd like to scan and now I can do each in one pass. It will be invaluable for me to be able to keep up with the flow of my daughter's countless larger art pieces (yes I'm a doting digital dad). The Epson XL10000 is just what the doctor ordered.

(FYI: My older Epson Perfection series scanner came with software to permit multiple scans when installed on an XP box, but on my new Vista box, this feature is no longer supported by Epson. I did manage to find software to enable multiple scans. Since I'm on the XP box at the moment and not on the Vista box, I don't recall the software product name, but think it might have been something like Smart Scan.)

Epson makes great (if overpriced) scanners and printers. I've never had a problem with any Epson device in the 20 years I've been using them.

If you need the size and can afford the cost of admission, this is your ticket to great large format scans.

Epson 10000XL
I found the scanner to be packaged well and delivered safely. It worked from the second I plugged it in. One feature I like is that the cover stays open when you lift it and it expands so that thicker items can be placed on the screen. The 17" wide screen makes scanning large paintings as composites a piece of cake. I was surprised that it takes so long to scan at high resolutions though. Something I did not know when I bought it. I think I would like to have known the scanning times at various resolutions. This should be part of the tech specs on all scanners for comparisons. I scan paintings for prints in high resolution using PS-CS4 and then downsample for printing.