Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner
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The Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner is an easy-to-use color document scanner that offers the versatility you need to electronically archive important documents or share records with your workgroup. It provides a scan resolution of up to 1200 x 2400 dpi to deliver truly amazing quality, so you can capture every detail. Users, can scan stacks of records, applications and forms with the built-in high-capacity Automatic Document Feeder that allows you to quickly scan documents in a variety of sizes from 5.9 x 5.9" up to 8.5 x 14". It is also fast - with scan speeds up to 20 pages per minute, giving you greater productivity.
With the WorkForce GT-1500, you'll never need to wait to make a scan - the innovative ReadyScan LED technology incorporated into the unit means that there's no warmup time required, and the earth-friendly LED technology does not include any mercury, while also reducing overall power consumption.
The WorkForce GT-1500 is also a smart choice for archiving and managing all of your most important documents because it includes a powerful software package. ABBYY FineReader Sprint Plus OCR allows you to create editable text from scans, while ScanSoft PaperPort makes it easy to organize all your documents. You'll also get Epson Scan to create multi-page PDFs, or to copy or send scans as e-mail attachments.
- High Quality Scans
- Achieve scans with impressive clarity and detail with the WorkForce GT-1500 thanks to its remarkable 1200 x 2400 dpi resolution combined with 48-Bit RGB Color.
- Quickly Scan Stacks of Documents
- The high-capacity Automatic Document Feeder built into the WorkForce GT-1500 holds up to 40 pages at one time, and allows users to scan document ranging in size from 5.9 x 5.9" to 8.5 x 14" at speeds of up to 20 ppm black and white, or 12 ppm color.
- One-touch Scanning
- The Scanner is equipped with one-touch buttons for fast and easy scanning to Copy, E-Mail, or directly to PDF documents.
- ReadyScan LED Technology
- Epson's exclusive ReadyScan LED Technology allows users to scan immediately with no warmup time and fast scanning speeds, plus the earth-friendly LED technology means that the scanner contains no mercury and operates with lower power consumption.
- Includes Powerful Document Software
- Organize scanned documents with the easy-to-use document management software included. You'll get ABBYY FineReader Sprint Plus OCR software for creating editable documents, ScanSoft PaperPort to organize all your documents, and Epson Scan to create multi-page PDFs and e-mail attachments.
| Scan Quality | |
|---|---|
| Scan Sensor | Color Epson MatrixCCD line sensor |
| Optical Resolution |
Flatbed: 1200dpi ADF: 600dpi |
| Hardware Resolution |
Flatbed: 1200 x 2400dpi with Micro Step Drive technology ADF: 600 x 600dpi Micro Step Drive technology |
| Interpolated Resolution | 4800 x 4800dpi |
| Color Depth | 48-Bit RGB (internal & external) |
| Dynamic Range | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Scan Area | |
|---|---|
| Reflective Scan Area | 8.5 x 11.7" (8.5 x 14" with ADF) |
| Transparency Scan Area | No |
| Film Formats | Not Applicable |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Preview Speed | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Scan Speed | 1.5 msec/line |
| Batch Scanning | 40-page Automatic Document Feeder |
| Automation | OCR |
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Interface | USB 2.0 (Hi-speed) |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows System
Macintosh System
|
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Light Source | ReadyScan White LED technology |
| Front Panel Controls | Power, Start, Copy, E-Mail, PDF, Cancel |
| Power Requirements | 100-120VAC; 50-60Hz |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 18.5 x 12.5 x 4.8" (470 x 318 x 121mm) |
| Weight | 8.6 lbs (3.9kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 13 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to setup (12)
- Good resolution (9)
- Excellent software (8)
- Accurate color (5)
- Widely compatible (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Photos and graphics (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Frequent user (9), Casual user (4)
- Primary use:
- Business (8), Personal (5)
- Computer Platform:
- PC (4)
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Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy To Setup
Cons
- Poor Software
Best Uses
- Eliminate paper storage
- Photos and Graphics
- Publishing
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
This scanner does exactly what I wanted. It is fast (at low resolutions), it is reliable, it has a document feeder and it is reasonably priced.
Sometimes the document feeder doesn't see the paper and you need to play with it a bit but most of the time it works fine. The only time I got a failure feeding the paper was when it had holes punched in it.
Because it uses LED lighting (no warmup) it starts to scan almost immediately.
The software is the same old stuff that Epson scanners have been providing for a very long time. It works but the interface and function integration could be a lot better. Also, it lets you scan both sides of each sheet but there doesn't seem to be a way to get it to order the pages in the correct sequence in the final PDF file.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Good Resolution
- Widely Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
The scanner was bought primarily because it had the ADF. Recognition by the ADF is good but not great. Many times I find myself playing with the documents to get the sensor to recognize the presence of a document. Beyond that (and that's what stopped me from rating the scanner 5 stars) the scanner is reasonably fast and performs quite well.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Excellent Software
- Fast
- Good Resolution
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
I often scan 3-6 pages and email them. With the GT-1500, I just put the pages in the feeder, click scan and they're done in seconds. It's really fast!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Good Bit Depth
- Good Resolution
- Widely Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
I scan loose papers in an efficient manner and also books. Normal Office Jet Scanners take about 3-4 minutes per page, This scanner scans about 10 pages per minute at 600 dpi resolution.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Excellent Software
- Good Bit Depth
- Good Resolution
- Have yet to use color
Cons
Best Uses
- Nice job on legal docs
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
I wanted a scanner that had both a flat bed and a document feed. This Epson fills the bill. It was simple to install and is easy to operate. I have fed small stacks of documents and also used the flat bed. Both have worked with no problems and the scans look good. If you are looking for a small portable unit this is not the one. If you need to use a flat bed as well as scan in multiple sheets check it out.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Excellent Software
- Good Resolution
- Great value for its cost
- Reasonable speed
Cons
- Poor Bit Depth
Best Uses
- Straightforward documents
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
I am converting mountains of paper into digital files. The scanner is a workhorse that does 4 letter-size pages per minute, i.e., a 60 pages document will need 15 minutes from begin to end. I can load the scanner and continue with other work. It does not always feed pages through straight. That is a very annoying and stupid shorctut manufactures often take with printers and scanners, namely to make the feeder roller as narrow as they are. A full width roller could cost very litle more but cause much better document feeds. I would love to have it read both sides of the pages but that would make it too expensive.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Excellent Software
Cons
Best Uses
- Photos and Graphics
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
Easy set up. Sorted a ton of old photos. Oorganized my huge mess of papers
.it is the best choice forun my office, record keeping, family needs. I Shopped for 3rd months
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Good Resolution
- Works on Network
Cons
- Poor Software
Best Uses
- Publishing
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
We upgraded from the Epson 3490 and it is much faster on the scans, but find that it takes a few moments longer on the actual saving of the scan because of the OCR software. It uses the same main software but there are more programs to install to help the scan better. I think I installed an extra 3 programs from what I originally had. The scans do look much nicer though. Overall I would say if you are doing a ton of scans, the upgrade isn't worth it, but if you don't have a scanner at all it is a great scanner.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Widely Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
I have a competitive scanner in place with three computers using WIN XP Pro. When I added two computers using WIN 7 64 bit OS, it did not work properly, in fact, it would only scan photos! The GT-1500 was easy to install and is working flawlessly. I researched all other products and settled on the GT-1500 after verifying it's reliability with other users. [...]
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy Setup
- Excellent Software
- Good Bit Depth
- Good Resolution
- Widely Compatible
- Works on Network
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
Affordability makes it possible for us to have (2) scanners for (2) of our offices. Size (fits desktop)and ease of use aids us in transitioning to paperless storage of all of our documents. It really is a great machine!
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy Setup
- Excellent Software
Cons
- None so far
Best Uses
- Small business
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
I use this scanner for business purposes, scanning documents with the ADF and photos and plans on the flatbed. Setup was quick and easy, and so far it has performed great. I was worried about Snow Leopard support, but it works perfectly and exactly as advertised. [...] If you are like me and want to become HP-free, this is a great unit. B&H was the best economic deal, too.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy Setup
- Excellent Software
- Good Bit Depth
- Good Resolution
- Widely Compatible
- Works on Network
Cons
Best Uses
- Photos and Graphics
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
This is not only a nice looking piece of equipment, it works quietly & efficiently.
Paperport software works very well. Documents can be stacked on top of existing ones; pages can be deleted or moved around; folders can be dragged & dropped, also.
Great buy.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Accurate Color
- Easy Setup
- Excellent Software
- Good Resolution
Cons
- Slow
Best Uses
- Large Format Film
- Photos and Graphics
Comments about Epson WorkForce GT-1500 Flatbed Scanner:
I use this product in my job. This scanner replaced an older (and much) slower scanner. This one does a great job though I only give it four stars because it seems to be slower than what the specs state.
- Primary use:
- Business
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- AC Power Adapter
- USB Cable
- Scanner Installation CD-ROM (Epson Scan , ABBYY FineReader Sprint Plus OCR, Nuance ScanSoft PaperPort SE)
- Electronic User's Guide
- Scanner Setup Poster
- 1-Year Manufacturers Limited Warranty (U.S. and Canada)
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