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The Canon imageFORMULA DR-C125 Document Scanner's space-saving design makes it a standout in any office environment for improving information accessibility, management, and collaboration. Its flexibility and high image quality are only surpassed by its easy use, making it ideal for converting and capturing paper-based documents to digital format.

A Wide Variety of Applications

Ideal for general purpose distributed scanning of a variety of document types
Well-suited for use by individuals or small workgroups to modernize paper-based processes
Beneficial for Legal services, Financial services, Healthcare, Government, and other industries

Space Saving Design

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Compact, slim and narrow; very small operational footprint
Top feeding and default top eject
Unique upright design is perfect for environments where desk space is at a premium.

Easy Use

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Front-side-forward, top-up item feeding (WYSIWYG)
Includes a Full Auto mode, through which a single click adjusts multiple feature settings to easily deliver an optimal scanned image
Bundled Canon CaptureOnTouch software for Windows® and for Mac enables users to configure scan jobs that can be assigned to user-defined Scan-To-Job buttons for quick and easy access
CaptureOnTouch can also route scanned images directly to cloud applications such as Evernote™ and Microsoft SharePoint
The DR-C125 scanner is also bundled with Windows ISIS/TWAIN drivers and a Mac TWAIN driver for easy integration with third-party Enterprise Content Management (ECM) software

Flexibility

The default U-turn paper path works well for typical scan jobs
The straight paper path can be selected for handling items such as thick documents, thin documents, plastic ID cards or embossed cards, and driver licenses
Also includes features like Long Document Mode to handle documents up to 118" in length, Folio Scanning Mode, and Ultrasonic Double-Feed Detection to ensure no data is lost in the event that a double-feed occurs

High Image Quality

Includes features such as Background Smoothing to improve legibility
Auto Resolution setting for scanning mixed batches of documents and photographs, automatically adjusting the output resolution to improve image quality and reduce image file size
Other image processing features include Auto Color Detection and Shadow Cropping

Environment in Mind

Meets ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency
Complies with the RoHS and WEEE directives for reduction of hazardous substances and waste products
It is also part of Canon's Generation Green Program

Customer Care

eCarePAK is available for the DR-C125 document scanner. eCarePAK extends service beyond the initial warranty period, saving on costs associated with post-purchase maintenance, maximizing uptime throughout the product life, and instilling confidence in the Canon investment for years to come

What's in the Box?

Main Body
USB Cable
AC Adapter
Power Cable for 120V
Setup DVD-Rom
Reference Guide (EFS)
Warranty Card

Product Description

The DR-C125 scanner is ideal for general purpose distributed scanning of a variety of document types. In corporate or remote offices, this scanner is well-suited for use by individuals or small workgroups to modernize paper-based processes, increasing efficiency and productivity. Legal services, financial services, healthcare, government, and other industries can benefit from its small size and easy use.

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful

Finally found a powerful & affordable document scanner October 19, 2011

By Fahad Malaikah

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I've had many scanners in the past; all had compromises. But with this smart piece of engineering, my search is over. At work, we're using very expensive Fujitsu document scanners for electronic document archiving. These scanners are quite good, but their software is less than stellar. I stumbled upon the Canon DR C125 after reading a review on the Financial Times, so I decided to give it a go for under $500. One week later, I have the highest regards for those who engineered it:

PROS
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* Excellent feeder with supersonic detection.
* Detects jams very quickly (crumpled documents) and doesn't damage via too much force.
* Very (very) smart software: auto crop, auto resolution, auto rotate, auto compress, etc...
* Versatile: scans all sorts of documents with ease (e.g. credit cards, driving licenses, birth certificates, folded A3 sheets).
* Takes very little desk space in comparison with bottom-out scanners; top-out keeps desk tidy.
* Smart enough to detect duplex pages (two-sided).
* Very good PDF compression (with TWAIN support).

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* Mac software has slightly less functionality than Windows software (however core functions identical).
* OCR not as accurate as I'd hoped (maybe Presto! software isn't the best out there!).
* Biz card software not as reliable on Mac as I'd hoped.
* Too plasticky for a c. $500 scanner. Feels a bit fragile at times!

I gave it 5 stars because the overall engineering and software integration. IMHO, one of the best designs out there regardless of price.

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful

Good scanner, on par with snap scan. But software not quite as good... (but Mac and PC compatible at the same time) October 27, 2011

By microeconomics

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First of all, I also have a Fujitsu ScanSnap S1500 Instant PDF Sheet-Fed Scanner for PC, and I will be comparing this Canon with my experience with the Fujitsu.

Both scanners have a nice small footprint and can scan a variety of paper sizes (although not large), including business cards. Both scanners do a very fast job at scanning the documents (duplex, in one pass - woohoo!).

What does separate these scanners from each other is the software. The Fujitsu comes with its own snapscan software coupled with Adobe Acrobat (standard version). This allows for a pretty standard setup with a large range of compatibility and support. The Canon comes with a 3rd party suite of software from Nuance. The pdf pro software is good and also has a wide range of options, maybe even more than the Adobe software. However, the Fujitsu snapscan software is just more user friendly and seems much easier to use. I have an easier time getting documents into and organized with the SnapScan software than I did with Canon's software. Again not a severe difference, but a little easier for sure ....

Overall, both scanners are very, very capable, but the software really seems to be the defining difference. Either of these scanners can do a great job of digitizing your life, and do it with accurate OCR software at incredible speeds. Both scanners can handle roughly the same capacity and page sizes. I have not "raced" them both side by side, but both scan at incredible speeds and create great looking images.

Again, the main difference is the software that comes with it. Both are very capable, but the SnapScan just seems a little easier to use, with a little more polished integration.

Bottom line: if you can get both at the same price, I might go with the Fujitsu, but if you can get the Canon at 50 bucks or more off, go that route. Either way, you will have a very good scanner to help you digitize your life and toss your file cabinets. Not to mention the ease of sharing documents with others and being able to find documents with a simple text search. Once you have the experience of finding a document that you need that way - you will never want to go back. These scanners are simply awesome and the Canon delivers alongside the Fujitsu.

** One of the comments listed on this review pointed out a very good issue: Unlike the Fujitsu, (which has a scanner and software made separately for mac and pc) the Canon has software that can work with PC and MAC at the same time. So if you have a "mixed" environment, then the Canon may win on this fact. That is a huge bonus .... Thanks!

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Fantastic Scanner! Viva Canon! May 15, 2012

By Eric Slay TOP 1000 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Let me start by saying I own several document scanners, including the darling-of-the-industry ScanSnap s1500. This scanner is without-a-doubt on par with the best.

Here's what stands out:

Fast scanning (FASTER than the reported ppm )

Small footprint (smaller than ScanSnap, and in my opinion, better-looking)

Long Document Mode (up to 118") - this is great for those credit card bills,etc. that are four-fold. My ScanSnap always stops towards the end of these so I just end up cutting off the rest)

Has a straight paper-path for thicker documents, which comes in handy for things like cards, etc.

All in all, I really do love this scanner. I'm not sure it will be my go-to scanner because I've been using the ScanSnap for so long but I wouldn't hesitate to make it #1 if my ScanSnap died. Right now this unit is on my secondary computer and the whole family is getting plenty of use on it. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

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