Microtek Press Release 13/02/04

Microtek ScanMaker 6100 Pro Offers Exceptional Film-Handling Features

For under $300, the ScanMaker 6100 Pro Offers New EZ-Lock Film Holders plus Superior Software Package including SilverFast Ai 6.0 and Adobe Photoshop Elements

Las Vegas, NV (February 13, 2004)—Microtek introduced at PMA today the ScanMaker 6100 Pro, a high-resolution scanner that offers superior film-handling capabilities, incorporates new accessories for multiformat film scanning, and includes an exceptional software package designed for high-level imaging productivity.

Featuring 48-bit color and 6400 x 3200-dpi optical resolution, the ScanMaker 6100 Pro is the ideal workhorse for the prosumer, amateur photographer or anyone working closely with film media, boasting of several film-handling and productivity-enhancement features specifically built for the scanner.

For instance, the ScanMaker 6100 Pro features the new EZ-Lock Film Holders, an exclusive film accessory kit making its debut with this scanner. Made of sturdy plastic, these exclusive film holders from Microtek lock film securely into place on the scan bed to ensure perfect alignment and consistent scans. Together with the Microtek ScanWizard 5 scanner controller software, the EZ-Lock Film Holders work to automatically detect film quantity, detect film format, and auto-crop frames during film scanning to make the process easier than ever. Batch scanning of film is also straightforward and effortless, as rows or batches of film can be scanned quickly in a single pass.

Two EZ-Lock Film Holders are included with the ScanMaker 6100 Pro: one that accommodates 12 frames of 35mm filmstrips positioned along two vertical rows; and a second holder that accommodates four 35mm slides, as well as a slot for medium-format film such as 6x4.5, 6x6, 6x7, and 6x9.

As an added feature to ease film handling, the ScanMaker 6100 Pro includes a 4?x5? Transparency Media Adapter built into the scanner lid, making it extremely easy and convenient for users to scan slides and negative film. A 4? x 5? Mylar template is included to allow scanning of film up to 4? x 5? in size.

Hardware and software combine to create unbeatable value
The ScanMaker 6100 Pro includes outstanding hardware features such as 48-bit color, 3200-dpi optical resolution, 8.5 x 11.7-inch scan bed, Hi-Speed USB connectivity, and 8 one-touch buttons located on the front panel of the scanner to automate frequently performed tasks, including Scan, Copy, Email, OCR, Setup/Cancel, Scan-to-Web, Custom, plus a convenient Power button.

To complement its exceptional film-handling capabilities, the ScanMaker 6100 Pro features a comprehensive software bundle, including Adobe Photoshop Elements 2, Adobe Photoshop Album 1.0 (PC only), Ulead PhotoExplorer, ABBYY FineReader Sprint OCR, Kodak Digital Science Color Management, and the Microtek ScanWizard 5 scanner controller software. Also included is SilverFast Ai 6.0 from LaserSoft Imaging, a favorite software program among those who work with film as SilverFast offers acclaimed features such as dust and scratch removal, selective color correction, grain and noise elimination, as well as NegaFix? - a real-time negative film optimization utility designed to handle different types of negative film and includes
over 120 film profiles for consistency and accuracy.

As an added bonus, users of the ScanMaker 6100 Pro can enjoy the advantage of Microtek?s ColoRescue?, an automatic color recovery feature built into the ScanWizard 5 scanner controller software.

With ColoRescue, faded or dull colors can be restored to their original luster and brilliance in one click - another excellent tool in the scanner?s powerful film-handling abilities. ColoRescue works in restoring color for both prints and film.

The ScanMaker 6100 Pro works on both Windows and Macintosh platforms. It is compatible with Windows XP, 2000, 98SE, and ME, and works with Mac OS 9.0 through OS X 10.2. A USB 2 cable and power adapter are included as part of the scanner package.

Availability and Pricing of ScanMaker 6100 Pro
The ScanMaker 6100 Pro has an estimated street price of $299.99, and is available now through Microtek’s global distribution channels that include Ingram Micro, Tech Data, distributors of photographic equipment and supplies, system integrators and value-added resellers, and other direct mail and full retail channels.

About Microtek
Microtek is a global leader in designing and manufacturing desktop digital imaging products that help improve communications and digital workflow efficiency. Known for its first-to-market scanning technology with over 100 patents worldwide, the company continues to provide a wide range of desktop imaging solutions with its ScanMaker and ArtixScan lines for home and small office users to high-end professional desktop publishers, printers, and pre-press service providers. Founded in 1980, Microtek International, Inc. is headquartered in Science-based Industry Park, Hsinchu, Taiwan. The company has a strong global presence, with major operations and distribution channels in 53 countries around the world. Microtek Lab, Inc., the North American subsidiary of Microtek International, Inc., is located at 16941 Keegan Avenue, Carson, CA 90746. Information about Microtek can be found at the Web at www.microtek.com.