Epson DS-970 Color Duplex Workgroup Document Scanner

The swift, accurate Epson DS-970 is a sheetfed desktop scanner designed for high-volume document management and archiving, as well as any other application that requires rapid data collection.

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Epson DS-970 Color Duplex Workgr 1

Product details

  • Fast scan speeds, from a leader in image capturing technology — up to 85 ppm/170 ipm (1); single-pass duplex scanning.
  • High-volume batch scanning — a 100-page Automatic Document Feeder handles even the biggest jobs; offers a peak daily duty cycle of up to 9,000 sheets (2).
  • Reliable, with industry-leading service and support — 3-year limited with Advance Exchange program, including free Next-Business-Day shipping (3).
  • Seamless compatibility with document management systems — includes TWAIN and ISIS drivers for easy integration with existing software; PC and Mac compatible.
  • Easy, intuitive scanning — color LCD display and convenient buttons offer easy access to user-defined jobs, settings, modes and maintenance.
  • Versatile paper handling — scan mixed stacks of business and ID cards, single sheets, long documents, and folded pages up to 11" x 17" (carrier sheet required for folded oversized pages, sold separately).
  • Advanced paper feed technology — includes a Slow Speed Mode for delicate sheets; Double-feed Detection and Paper Protection prevent misfeeds.

PROS

+ Fast scanning and text conversion
+ High-volume ADF
+ Impressively accurate scanning
+ Versatile software

CONS

- Pricey
- No wireless or mobile connectivity available
- Network interface is an extra-cost add-on
- No business-card scanning and archiving

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on September 28, 2020
The swift, accurate Epson DS-970 is a sheetfed desktop scanner designed for high-volume document management and archiving, as well as any other application that requires rapid data collection.
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