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Flat copy digitization solutions

Phase One solutions for efficient flat copy digitization with AutoColumn or with 2-Motion capabilities

Why Phase One?

Phase One Flat Copy Digitization Solutions facilitate a “set and forget” workflow, where the camera and software are set up to quickly record large volumes of flat objects while maintaining high quality output, and consistently accurate color and luminosity.

The format flexibility of the solution ensures high quality digitization of large objects such as drawings and maps, as well as smaller objects such as books and manuscripts.

Flat Copy Digitization Solutions

Copy Stands

Floorstand AutoColumn copy stand

The Phase One RPS 2300XL is designed with motorized AutoColumn technology to deliver an efficient workflow with the iXG Camera System and Capture One CH software, across a range of formats. The Phase One RPS 2300XL features precision camera positioning with a camera leveling head and a geared moveable camera arm. Wall mount options are available for the 2300XL column, as well as upgrades for existing RPS 2300 products in the field.

Large Format AutoColumn copy stand

An AutoColumn copy stand capable of meeting the ever-increasing demand for fast, efficient large format digitization. For large, flat and thin objects such as maps, newspapers and drawings, the included metal cover board can be mounted onto the base, allowing for careful and secure positioning with magnets.

2-Motion copy stand

The Phase One RSP 2-Motion copy stand adds an adjustable, motorized 100 x 80 cm baseboard, allowing for greater flexibility and use of different lenses when scanning larger objects. The baseboard can be fitted with a steel sheet plate up to A0 format for magnetic attachment of large drawings, maps, etc.

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Capture One CH software

Capture One CH is a professional rapid capture solution dedicated to the Cultural Heritage community. Built on the renowned Capture One software, the Cultural Heritage edition offers a highly specialized feature set that delivers a significantly faster reprographic workflow during both capture and post-production.

The Slipstream mode – a simplified user interface front-end – allows for capturing to be handled by less-skilled operators, and speeds up the workflow, especially when working on large collections and large volumes of documents.

Learn more about Capture One CH

  • Copy Stands

    Copy Stands

    Floorstand AutoColumn copy stand

    The Phase One RPS 2300XL is designed with motorized AutoColumn technology to deliver an efficient workflow with the iXG Camera System and Capture One CH software, across a range of formats. The Phase One RPS 2300XL features precision camera positioning with a camera leveling head and a geared moveable camera arm. Wall mount options are available for the 2300XL column, as well as upgrades for existing RPS 2300 products in the field.

    Large Format AutoColumn copy stand

    An AutoColumn copy stand capable of meeting the ever-increasing demand for fast, efficient large format digitization. For large, flat and thin objects such as maps, newspapers and drawings, the included metal cover board can be mounted onto the base, allowing for careful and secure positioning with magnets.

    2-Motion copy stand

    The Phase One RSP 2-Motion copy stand adds an adjustable, motorized 100 x 80 cm baseboard, allowing for greater flexibility and use of different lenses when scanning larger objects. The baseboard can be fitted with a steel sheet plate up to A0 format for magnetic attachment of large drawings, maps, etc.

    Learn more about the copy stands

  • Capture One CH software

    Capture One CH software

    Capture One CH is a professional rapid capture solution dedicated to the Cultural Heritage community. Built on the renowned Capture One software, the Cultural Heritage edition offers a highly specialized feature set that delivers a significantly faster reprographic workflow during both capture and post-production.

    The Slipstream mode – a simplified user interface front-end – allows for capturing to be handled by less-skilled operators, and speeds up the workflow, especially when working on large collections and large volumes of documents.

    Learn more about Capture One CH

Digitizing flat objects

iXH 100MP

Flat objects
Loose and bound documents with (size ≤ A2)
Bound books (size ≤ A2)- monochrome and heavy in text
Films – photo transparency/negative (strips, rolls, glass plates up to 8x10)

iXH 100MP
Phase One precise camera systems are specifically designed for the intricate needs of cultural heritage professionals.

iXH 150MP

Flat objects
Loose and bound documents with (size ≤ A0)
Bound books (size ≤ A0) – rare and colored books
Maps
Paintings & prints (size ≤ A0)
Films – photo transparency/negative (strips, rolls, glass plates up to A0) not recommended

iXH 150MP

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