Microtek ScanMaker 5800 Flatbed Scanner with Transparency Adapter

Product Description:

The ScanMaker 5800 excels at transforming everyday processes into quick and easy, one-step functions. With 7 Smart-Touch buttons that automate frequently performed tasks, as well as a LightLid 35 transparency adapter for scanning 35 m slides and filmstrips, comprehensive software, plus a host of remarkable hardware features, the ScanMaker 5800 takes the guesswork out of scanning to deliver superior images. High-quality scanning has never been easier.
Product Details
  • Feature:
  • 4,800 x 2,400 dpi maximum optical resolution
  • 48-bit color depth; 64,080 CCD sensor cells
  • 7 smart-touch buttons automate everyday tasks
  • Transparency adapter for 35mm slides and filmstrips
  • USB interface; PC and Mac compatible
  • Binding: Electronics
  • Brand: Microtek
  • EAN: 0793111800613
  • FormFactor: Desktop
  • HardwarePlatform: PC
  • Label: Microtek
  • Manufacturer: Microtek
  • MediaType: Plain paper
  • Model: 1108-03-560002
  • MPN: 1108-03-560002
  • PackageQuantity: 1
  • ProductGroup: CE
  • ProductTypeName: SCANNER
  • Publisher: Microtek
  • Studio: Microtek
  • UPC: 793111800613

Customer Reviews

Unreliable2008-08-20
I have had the 5950 with the document feeder for awhile, there are two issues, one minor, the other major:
1) the document feed crinkles the front edge of the paper
2) when the unit was new it would start and run with no problems. As it began to age I started to have the common 'blinking ready light' problem. I must power down and repower the unit in order for the blinking to stop. Many times I cannot get this to stop and must leave the unit for a day or two. The fact is that you never know when it's going to work.
I recommend not getting this unit. For the cost, I expect a more reliable piece of equipment.
Easy to use2008-07-16
You can use it as scanner, fax machine. Easy to use. Can't beat the price with these lots of functions. It cannot get 5 stars because the setting of the one touch buttons are a little complicated. Worth to buy.
samlar2004-12-05
Got second 5800 from amazon today after the first one would only blink the ready light at me and had parts loose inside. Second unit same thing to start with the ready light blink all the time and per micortek site to fix this unplug and then replug unit.
Did this many times on first unit no help on second unit it did start working after unpluging and repluging many times. Know it slows down xp starting so much that it takes forever to do anything on the computer unless I unplug the USB from the sanner. Also turned the unit off again and had the same problem of blinking ready light. Sent Microtek email but do not expect anything until monday not sure I will keep it one way another.
I do not trust the unit anymore. Also do not like the statement at Microtek site that they charge 40 dollars if you send one back still under warranity if there tech does not find anything.
Think I will go to hp unit.
Another winner from Microtek2004-10-18
I've used a number of Microtek scanners (see my other reviews on the 5950 and the i320), and this one is a winner. High quality scans, nice convenience features, and reasonable speed, all at a bargain price. Scan quality straight out of the box is good, but you should tweak the custom settings to obtain the best scans possible. The ScanWizard software is superb, so take the time to learn what it can do.

Although the 5800 is great for normal flatbed scanning functions, don't expect much from the included LightLid 35 transparency adapter. Microtek has been offering this accessory for years now, but it has never been able to produce acceptable results. If you really want to scan film negatives or slides, look for something else.

The scanner deserves 5 stars on its own, but I'm deducting one star for Microtek pretending that the LightLid 35 is useful.
Scanmaker 58002004-05-30
Really can't say much except that it would lock up my XP computer. Contacted Microtek by e-mail, got no response.
Returned it to Amazon.
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