Epson GT-30000 Color Scanner (B106011F)

by Epson

Product Details

Product Manual [3.29mb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 31.2 x 28.7 x 23.8 inches ; 82.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 107 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00005NCWN
• Item model number: B106011F
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #10 in Electronics > Camera & Photo > Printers & Scanners > Flatbed Scanners
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 27, 2001

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

A high–speed, 11.7" x 17" scanner, the versatile Epson^® GT–30000 brings bright, brilliant colors, an Automatic Document Feeder, and duplex capabilities to busy departments and workgroups. With 600 x 1200 dpi resolution, 36–bit color depth, and our exclusive ColorTrue^® Imaging System, it provides high–quality images and clear, sharp text at up to 30 ppm.

The Epson GT–30000 11" x 17" color flatbed scanner

The Epson GT–30000 is certified with popular document imaging ISVs such as Kofax and EMC Captiva

The large–format scanner for the office market
The Epson GT–30000 is versatile with a combination of a large 11.7" x 17" scanning area, high–resolution color and monochrome scanning, flatbed scanning and optional network capability, the GT–30000 is ideal for environments with a wide variety of needs. The GT–30000 is appropriate for various workgroup applications, but it is also appropriate for Departmental applications, as well, including forms processing, document management and storage.


Compatible with popular document imaging applications
The Epson GT–30000 includes both TWAIN and EMC Captiva ISIS drivers for compatibility with popular document imaging applications from independent software vendors.

The GT–30000 has also been certified by Kofax, one of the leading ISVs.

The high–speed, 11" x 17" color scanner for departments and workgroups
A high-speed, 11.7" x 17" scanner, the Epson^® GT–30000 brings bright, brilliant colors and convenient flexibility to busy departments and workgroups. With 600 x 1200 dpi resolution and 36–bit color depth, it delivers clean, sharp text and professional image quality. Scanning images at up to 30 ppm, it provides accurate reproductions and minimum noise via our exclusive ColorTrue^® Imaging System.

With the built–in 11.7" x 17" duplex Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), users can quickly scan up to 100 pages, including single or double–sided originals. Or, using the 11.7" x 17" flatbed scanning area, users can scan books, bound reports or fragile originals. A fast, reliable way to input material for electronic document distribution, the ADF facilitates unattended operation for maximum productivity. Both ISIS and TWAIN drivers are included for additional flexibility.

Designed to integrate fast document feeding with high–quality output, this innovative product offers a complete scanning solution. And, with automatic document size recognition, operation is simple and efficient. Ideal for document imaging, digital copying, and desktop publishing applications, the Epson GT–30000 provides the high–quality color scanning capability you have come to expect from Epson.

Features of the Epson GT–30000

Optional Network Connectivity
The optional Epson Network Image Express Interface Card enables the GT–30000 to become shareable on a network. With the Network Interface Card, support for 10Base full/half duplex and 100Base full/half duplex, any clients with Epson Scan software installed can access the scanner at high speed.

Features/Benefits

• 11.7" x 17" scanning area — captures most any document in a single scan, including bound reports, magazine spreads, and fragile originals
• 600 x 1200 dpi resolution and 36–bit color — delivers clear, sharp text and outstanding color and grayscale image quality
• High–speed 30 ppm scanning (15 ppm for color images) — speeds through documents with accuracy and detail: letter–sized monochrome up to 30 ppm, color up to 15 ppm (landscape at 300 dpi, draft mode)
• Flatbed and duplex Automatic Document Feeder capability (100–page capacity) — scans single and double–sided documents; facilitates multi–page scans and unattended operation for increased productivity
• Advanced image–enhancement with the Epson ColorTrue^® Imaging System — utilizes a sophisticated integration of quality hardware and software for accurate color reproduction and minimum noise
• Automatic document size recognition — eliminates the need to preset document settings prior to each scan, saving time and offering easy, more efficient operation
• Optional network connectivity — allows an entire workgroup or department to share a single scanner
• Physical Dimensions (W x D x H) and Weight — 25.9" x 19.2" x 10", Weight: 66 lb

What’s in the Box
Epson GT–30000 document imaging scanner; 11.7" x 17" automatic document feeder and installation hardware; Scanner installation CD–ROM; User’s Guide; power cord.

Product Description

Epson GT-30000 Color Scanner - B106011F

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Whacky weird & wild., February 25, 2008

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idget "mellowde" (West Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Epson GT-30000 Color Scanner (B106011F) (Office Product)

After owning several other scanners which I use for a variety of office purposes including image storage, document control, etc I found I needed one with 11 x 17 capability. Not being able to find too many choices on an internet search this was available and in my price range. When it arrived several parts had come off either during shipping or perhaps were never installed during manufacture. Whichever, I found myself becoming a scanner assembly worker. I had to get my tool kit out for the construction which took quite a bit of time. I would have just returned the unit but was told that this is a common issue with this particular scanner and I needed to get to work as soon as possible. After several hours I managed to get the pieces figured out and installed. When I powered it up for the first time the light unit flickered and smoke poured out. Now I don't know if this was part of the damage I encountered upon opening the carton or a new set of problems. I really needed to use the thing so I took the chance and loaded some documents into the feed unit and watched the results. There were dark and light places over the captured image of the document which also came through when I printed from the captured image. I guess for storage of documents for reference purposes this thing would probably do the job. But for printable image storage this was not going to do the job. I finally decided I had wasted enough time and returned the scanner for a credit. I don't think I want to take the chance of repeating the experience so I am in the process of looking for an alternative brand. I don't recommend Epson. Recalling my experience with this company, I've had other issues with their products. From strange software gliches to poor hardware build quality, Epson has produced a lot of frustration for me with this model scanner being no exception.

In short if you want a decent scanner that will work out of the box and do an adaquate job, avoid this particular product. Epson may make better products than those I've had the experience of owning. And it may just be a fluke. But for this kind of money someone should have done a better job inspecting and testing the unit before shipping.