At some time or another, most computer users will find that they need to transfer a real image into a digital form that can be loaded into a computer. This could be a favourite family photograph to put onto the internet or a document for faxing.
Devices that can perform this function are called scanners, and for most purposes, a fairly inexpensive A4 sized flatbed model will be more than adequate. Any model that boasts a resolution of 600 dots per inch (dpi) will be more than capable of producing scans at a high enough quality for output on a photographic quality inkjet printer.
If you're looking for an all-in-one printer to hook up to your network, this HP model is a treat. It has an Ethernet connection and a USB option.
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This model has all the standard photo printing trappings including a PictBridge port and the usual memory card slots, but adds both Wi-Fi and Ethernet functionality
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Our test documents scanned quickly and quietly, yielding images of fantastic definition, if slightly dark. Added value comes from the eclectic range of software bundled with the scanner, including image-editing, OCR and project-creation programs, from which you can choose those you want to install.
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Image quality is excellent for A4 scans of, for example, magazine covers but suffers slightly when scanning photographs and negatives, failing to reproduce colours accurately. However, enhancements to your scanned results can easily be made using the user-friendly ScanSoft Paperport software.
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Claire Woffenden, Editor
