The Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus offers an impressive 1600dpi optical resolution for high-quality images, ideal for home and professional users.
With a true optical resolution of 1600 dpi, capture images with precision and accuracy. It’s ideal for use in scanning graphic art, archival documents, drawings and more. Being A3 in size, it’s also able to scan a variety of media sizes.
Looking to scan film media? The Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus is also available with an optional transparency media adapter (TMA) to easily digitise slides and negatives. SilverFast, leading editing software, is also available to transform originals back to their former glory.
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Discover More Key Features of the Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus
Scan Size
A3
Sensor Type
CCD
Resolution
1600 dpi
Film Scanning
Optional
Connectivity
USB 2.0
Compatibility
Windows & Mac
Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus – high-resolution CCD sensor for rich, detailed scans
The ScanMaker 9800XL Plus delivers exceptional clarity with a 1600 x 3200 dpi CCD and built-in 48-bit ADC, ensuring high-fidelity digital conversion. Full 48-bit colour depth and a 3.7 Dmax optical range capture every shadow, highlight, and subtle gradation, producing richer, smoother, and true-to-original images without losing detail.
Advanced tri-wave led lighting.
Equipped with innovative tri-wave LED lighting, the ScanMaker 9800XL Plus covers a wider NTSC colour gamut for superior accuracy. This technology guarantees reliable colour reproduction and precision image analysis, making it perfect for projects where clarity, depth, and true colour fidelity are critical.
Smart one-touch scanning for Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus
Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus features a convenient Smart-touch scan button on the front of the scanner, providing quick and effortless access to capture images. Scans can be automatically saved as files or sent directly to another application, making the process fast, simple, and perfect for efficient workflow management.
Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus with ColoRescue™ for vibrant, restored colours
Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus features ColoRescue™, a powerful colour restoration tool that brings faded photos and film back to their original brilliance. With its one-click colour recovery, users can easily achieve rich, true-to-life colours without any complicated settings or learning curve.
Enhanced image clarity with multiple sampling
With multiple sampling at user-selectable frequencies of 2, 4, 8, and 16 steps, the Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus minimises random image noise and signal fluctuations. This ensures purer, more accurate scans and maximises optical density for sharper, professional-quality results.
Optional TMA for film media scanning
Scanning film, slides or negatives? Choose the TMA model that can handle transparency media up to 12” x 16”. With specially designed film holders, the Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL Plus can easily scan 35mm slides, 35mm filmstrips, 4” x 5” film, and medium format films from 6 x 4.5 cm up to 6 x 17 cm panoramic. Enjoy professional-quality results every time.
Optional SilverFast professional editing software included
Unlock advanced image editing power with LaserSoft SilverFast Ai Studio software. The professional’s choice, it enhances the Microtek ScanMaker 9800XL further with tools for colour correction, image enhancement, and fine adjustments, ensuring every scan is transformed into a professional, print-ready result.
Please Note: Product images and videos may display additional options, accessories, or features that are available at extra cost. For full details, please refer to the key product features, specification table, and datasheet. All features, specifications, software, and related information are subject to change without notice.
Performance, features, and capabilities are based on the use of the equipment with its proprietary included software (where applicable). Compatibility with third-party software is not guaranteed or implied; users should consult the relevant software vendor to confirm suitability for their intended application.
Stated scanning and processing speeds are indicative and provided for guidance only. Actual performance may vary depending on factors such as media type, software configuration, system performance, and user experience.
Automated processing features are intended to enhance user experience, but results may vary based on usage and the materials being scanned. User input may still be required before or after processing. Please note that functionality and available features may differ between operating systems. Refer to the full product datasheet and specifications to confirm any such variations.
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