The SmartLF I Series – great scanners made even better

The Colortrac SmartLF SCi series scanners are perfect for everyday scanning tasks. An A0 / E size document can be scanned in full color at 12 inches per second, only 1 inch per second slower than its black and white scan speed. Connection to the host computer is straightforward and uses a standard USB 3.0 cable which is supplied with the scanner.

SingleSensor Technology

Colortrac SmartLF SCi series scanners feature one-piece scanning sensors spanning the full scan width of the device. Only from Colortrac, the appropriately named SingleSensor combines sensors and illumination in a single scan line for unbeatable ‘all-over’ scan accuracy and best-possible document illumination. Simple and reliable, SCi series scanners deliver high-quality scanning at an affordable cost.

NEW SmartWorks Imaging

Optimized all the way through, SmartWorks Imaging is clearer and easier to navigate than SmartWorks Pro. With a faster performance, revised preset control, better printer drivers and a new multi-page thumbnail pop-out feature, SmartWorks Imaging is the perfect productivity partner for SmartLF SCi and SmartLF SGi large format scanners.

LINK Remote Control

Work smarter with LINK. This portable tablet app works with any computer already connected to the scanner and running SmartWorks Imaging to bring effortless control of the scanner to your fingertips. Use LINK to reduce body movement and to improve operator comfort while scanning.

Large Document Staging Area

SmartLF SCi scanners have a large, easy-to use staging platform that accepts documents for scanning face-upwards. Specifically designed to auto-detect the size of documents placed in the center of the scanner, documents can be loaded and prepared for scanning in just a few seconds. Documents conforming to standard drawing sheet sizes (manual mode) can be placed in the center or to the side depending on the choice of software. Magnetic paper guides are also provided ot make positioning easier. SCi 42 scanners have a maximum media width of 44” (1117mm) and are able to scan documents and maps up to a thickness of 0.08″ (2 mm).

Dynamic Document Feed

Unlike scanners using staggered sensors SmartLF SCi benefits from a simplified pressure roller arrangement to ensure that the document always stays in contact with the optics. The rollers either side of the scan line and the active soft pressure roller running the length of the SingleSensor are all motor driven allowing the scanner to dynamically respond and actively work against optical disturbances caused by creases and uneven documents. This unique technology ensures that delicate or fragile media such as newspaper and old blueprints can be safely and accurately scanned without problem.

SuperSpeed PC Interface

SmartLF SCi 42 uses a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 digital interface that allows the scanner to work at full speed on full width documents or to scan smaller documents at higher resolutions more quickly. Improved productivity is easy to achieve with the time-saving innovations built into every Colortrac I series scanner.

SCi 42m SCi 42c SCi 42e
Color No Yes Yes
Upgradeable m ➔ c m ➔ e c ➔ e N/A
Optical Resolution 1200dpi 1200dpi 1200dpi
Extended resolution Linear interpolation from 100 to 9600dpi in 1 dpi steps
Max Scan Width 42in (106.7cm) 42in (106.7cm) 42in (106.7cm)
Max Media Width 44in (111.6cm) 44in (111.6cm) 44in (111.6cm)
Max Media Thickness 0.08in (2mm) 0.08in (2mm) 0.08in (2mm)
Min Document Size 6.0in (152mm) x 6.0in (152mm) 6.0in (152mm) x 6.0in (152mm) 6.0in (152mm) x 6.0in (152mm)
Max Scan Length Depends on file format and software application. See scanner software information
Accuracy +/-0.1% +/-1 pixel +/-0.1% +/-1 pixel +/-0.1% +/-1 pixel
Auto Size Display Detects and displays the width of the document as it is loaded (mm or inches)
Imaging Technology SingleSensor SingleSensor SingleSensor
Capture bit depth 16 48 / 16 48 / 16
Software bit depth 8 / 1 24 / 8 / 1 24 / 8 / 1
Color Space N/A Raw RGB from scanner. sRGB using SmartWorks TOUCH
sRGB, Adobe RGB and Device RGB (Profiled RGB) from SmartWorks Imaging and SmartWorks Pro
Raw RGB from scanner. sRGB using SmartWorks TOUCH
sRGB, Adobe RGB and Device RGB (Profiled RGB) from SmartWorks Imaging and SmartWorks Pro
Scan Speed 1-bit mono (in/sec)
8-bit grayscale
@200dpi
13.00 13.00 13.00
Scan Speed 24-bit color (in/sec) @200dpi N/A 6.0 12.0
Paper Path Face-up, front entry, rear exit or rewind to front
Face-up, front entry with optional Document Return Guide
Interface SuperSpeed USB 3.0 data transfer rates up to 85MB/sec.
Optimised USB2 transfer rates up to 35MB/sec (using 2m USB cable supplied)
Power Requirements External power supply 100~240VAC auto-sensing +/-10%, 50-60Hz
Scanner power consumption: 53W scanning / 1.35W sleep/ 0.16W standby (scanner off, ext. power supply on)
Operating conditions 10oC – 35oC, 35% – 80% relative humidity non-condensing
Weight & Dimensions (WxHxD) Scanner: 58.4 lbs (26.5 kg) / 51.2 x 6.0 x 15 inches (130 x 15.2 x 38.1 cm)
Packed: 68.3 lbs (31 kg) / 56.8 x 9.3 x 20 inches (144 x 24 x 52 cm)
Operating systems Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit and 32-bit, Windows Server 2022
Certifications CE, cUL/UL, CCC, EAC, BIS, FCC Class A, ICES, EMC, VCCI, KC, EuP, WEEE, RoHS, REACH and ENERGY STAR® certified
Included software SmartWorks Touch
Simple-to-use software for scanning, copying and printing. Intuitive interface designed for touch screens or mouse and keyboard
operation. Select the mode, choose the document type closest to the original and press go. All document types can be individually
modified.
Save to PDF, PDF/A, MPDF, JPEG, JPEG2000, PNG, AutoCAD DWF, TIFF, TIFF LZW, TIF-G4, MTIFF, PCX, BMP. Batch scanning, full preview and all Windows driven printers supported.
Optional Software SmartWorks Imaging – New, faster professional scanning product with image editing and extended internal printer drivers
SmartWorks Pro SCAN & COPY software – industry leading, professional scanning and color-copying software.
SmartWorks Pro SCAN software – industry leading, professional scanning software.
Accessories Floor Stand – includes paper catch basket.
Floor stand PC Mounting Option – pc and keyboard trays, arm-mounted VESA monitor bracket.
Repro Stand – adjustable height to fit most popular large format printers. Includes pc basket, keyboard tray and arm-mounted VESA monitor bracket.
Document Return Guides – for front-feed, no rewind front-return capability.
Notes 1 Power requirements for SmartLF SCi scanners
2 SmartLF SCi scanners and SmartWorks Pro software scanning at 9600dpi in any colour mode to a TIFF uncompressed file format is restricted to a scan width of 40mm (1.5”) and scan length not exceeding 160mm (6.3”). Scanning larger widths at 9600 dpi or scanning to other file formats is not possible
3 USB3 is required to achieve uninterrupted maximum scan speeds for all SCi scanners at the ‘e’ upgrade level for originals wider than 24″ scanned above 200dpi. Colortrac recommends the software speed or quality settings be used to eliminate stop/start and maximise scan image quality at higher scan dpi/width combinations if a USB3 connection is not available
4 Thick documents up to 2mm must be flexible. Colortrac does not guarantee quoted speeds for thick media. Thick media should be scanned at reduced speeds to obtain optimal image quality. For heavy and/or thick materials the operator may need to support the document as it enters and exits the scanner. For larger sizes of heavy and/or thick media Colortrac recommend the scanner be placed first on a flat surface and the operator supports the document as it enters and exits the scanner. Colortrac recommends the paper return guide is removed when using heavy and/or thick media in the scanner

SmartWorks TOUCH scan & copy software
SingleSensor for reliability and reduced maintenance
Colortrac no-nonsense, high-performance, value-for-money large format scanning expertise

SmartWorks Imaging – New, faster professional scanning product with image editing and extended internal printer drivers
SmartWorks Pro SCAN & COPY software – industry leading, professional scanning and color-copying software.
SmartWorks Pro SCAN software – industry leading, professional scanning software.
SmartWorks LINK – NEW Android and iOS app for portable tablets allowing full wireless control of SmartWorks Imaging running on the computer.

Tablet Holder (included)

The tablet holder included with all SCi series scanners accepts portable tablet devices running the new LINK software. The mount benefits from a washable and reusable fixing system that allows the mount to removed for scanner servicing.

Document Return Guide (option)

SmartLF SCi 42 has an optional Document Return Guide that allows users to have scanned documents directed over the top of the scanner to the front for easy retrieval.  It also allows users to place the scanner on desktops or on Floor Stands against walls to minimize the overall footprint and to maintain the operators ease of use when space around the scanner is restricted.

 

Floor Stand (option)

A Floor Stand minimizes the installed footprint of your wide format scanner and positions the document feed at a comfortable and convenient height.  A basket catches scanned documents as they are ejected from the scanner and collects them at the back of the scanner for recovery later.


 

 

PC and LCD Flat Screen Mounting Option for Floor Stand (option)

PC and LCD flat screen mounting option combines wide format scanner and computer into a self-contained scan processing station that can be moved around an office as required.  The PC and flat screen mounting kit requires the floor stand (see above). Monitor bracket accepts VESA standard monitors and has eight holes arranged in two squares, four at 75mm and four at 100mm measured horizontally and vertically between the centres.
*Note: the PC, LCD flat screen, mini-keyboard and mouse are not included.

Repro Stand (option)

An alternative floor stand that holds the scanner above most popular large format printers including products from HP, Canon, Epson and other printer manufacturers.  Repro Stand conveniently holds a PC, flat screen and mini-keyboard and minimizes the combined footprint of scanner and printer creating a practical, high productivity workstation. Scanner height is adjustable through four height settings. There is no limit to the width of the printer. VESA monitor fixings as above.
*Note: the PC, LCD flat screen, mini-keyboard and mouse are not included.

Product Colortrac SmartLF Repro Stand
Adjustable through 4 height variations allowing for maximum printer heights of:- Height 1: 45 inches (1143 mm)
Height 2: 43 inches (1093 mm)
Height 3: 40.8 inches (1038 mm)
Height 4: 39 inches (988 mm)
Adjustable Monitor Arm – screen fastening Height from Floor: 55 inches (1396 mm)
Maximum Scanner + Stand Width 66.1 inches (1680 mm)
Maximum Scanner + Stand Depth 34 inches (864 mm)
Maximum Monitor Weight 13lbs (6kg)
Maximum Computer Weight 33lbs (15kg)

 

Document Carrier Sheets (option)

Packed in tubes of 5 sheets.

Available in ARCH D / A1 and ARCH E / A0 size, with black or white backing sheet. Hinged on the short side.

  • Scan and protect dry, ageing and/or valuable documents.
  • Protect the scanner glass from documents contaminated with storage dirt and dust.
  • Scan badly torn documents or documents with missing edges.
  • Scan multiple lightweight and/or odd shaped originals & upholstery patterns.
  • Scan transparencies more effectively.
  • White backing sheet improves light reflection and scan quality.
  • Black backing sheet prevents the back side image appearing underneath the image of the front side when scanning newspapers, double-sided maps and other semi-transparent originals printed on both sides.

SCi 42 scanners can be customer-upgraded to higher models using a simple software utility available via email from your dealer. No tools are needed.