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The Plustek Ephoto Z300 is an automatic A4 sheetfeed scanner capable of scanning both photos and documents at a resolution of up to 300 x 300 dpi.
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Product Overview
The Plustek ePhoto Z300 USB A4 is a compact, high‑performance flatbed scanner designed for both photo and document digitisation. With its 600 × 600 DPI optical resolution and advanced CCD sensor technology, it delivers sharp, colour‑accurate images that preserve the fine details of photographs, slides, and printed documents.
Key Features
- Optical Resolution: 600 × 600 DPI – ideal for high‑quality photo scans.
- Colour Depth: 48‑bit input, 24‑bit output – ensures rich colour fidelity and smooth gradients.
- Scan Size: Supports full A4 (215.9 × 297.18 mm) documents and photos up to 27.9 cm in length.
- Scanning Media: Photo paper, standard documents; no film or duplex scanning capability.
- Interface: USB 2.0 – reliable connectivity for both Windows and macOS systems.
- Bundled Software: Plustek ePhoto application plus NewSoft Presto! PageManager 9 for advanced document handling.
- Power Supply: DC 24 V, 0.75 A – includes an AC adapter in the package.
- Daily Duty Cycle: Up to 500 pages – suitable for moderate office or home use.
- Dimensions & Weight: 28.99 cm wide, 15.8 cm high, 16.06 cm deep; weighs only 1.48 kg.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Optical Resolution | 600 × 600 DPI (CCD) |
| Input Colour Depth | 48‑bit |
| Output Colour Depth | 24‑bit |
| Output Grayscale Depth | 8‑bit |
| Maximum Scan Size | A4 (215.9 × 297.18 mm) |
| Minimum Media Thickness | 0.76 mm |
| Scan File Formats | JPG, PNG, PDF |
| Interface | USB 2.0 (1 port) |
| Power Supply | DC 24 V, 0.75 A (AC adapter included) |
| Operating Systems Supported | Windows 7/8/10, macOS 10.8–10.11 |
| Daily Duty Cycle | 500 pages |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 28.99 cm × 15.8 cm × 16.06 cm |
| Weight | 1.48 kg |
| Minimum System Requirements (Windows/macOS) | 2 GHz CPU, 2 GB RAM, 10 GB storage |
| Included Accessories | USB cable, AC adapter, cleaning cloth, quick‑start guide, drivers, software bundle |
Software Integration
The scanner comes preloaded with Plustek ePhoto, a user‑friendly application that offers automatic edge detection, colour correction, and batch processing. The bundled NewSoft Presto! PageManager 9 extends functionality to PDF creation, OCR (optical character recognition), and advanced document management features.
Operating Environment
The device operates efficiently in standard indoor lighting conditions. Its LED illumination source provides consistent brightness across the scanning surface, reducing shadows and glare on photos and documents.
Use Cases
- Photo Preservation: Digitise family albums, wedding photographs, or art prints with high colour fidelity.
- Document Archiving: Convert printed reports, contracts, or academic papers into searchable PDFs.
- Creative Projects: Capture images for graphic design, photo editing, or digital scrapbooking.
Installation & Setup
- Connect the USB cable to the scanner and your computer.
- Plug in the AC adapter and power on the unit.
- Install the bundled drivers and software following the quick‑start guide.
- Open Plustek ePhoto, select scan settings (resolution, colour mode), and begin scanning.
Maintenance Tips
- Use the included cleaning cloth to gently wipe the glass surface before each use.
- Avoid placing heavy or sharp objects on the scanner bed to prevent damage.
- Store the device in a dry, dust‑free environment when not in use.
Conclusion
The Plustek ePhoto Z300 USB A4 combines high‑resolution scanning with user‑friendly software and robust build quality. Whether you’re preserving precious memories or digitising important documents, this scanner delivers reliable performance in a compact footprint.
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| Brand | Plustek Plustek is a Taiwanese electronics company that produces scanners, optical drives, and other computer-related products. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Taipei. |
| Model | Plustek 0271 |
| MPN | Plustek 0271UK |
| ID | 6214880 |
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AC adapter included Indicates whether the product comes with an AC power adapter included in the package. A value of "Yes" means a charger is supplied, while "No" indicates that no charger is provided and the user must obtain one separately.
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Yes |
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Application A concise statement of the intended or most suitable use cases for a product, such as the type of environment (indoor or outdoor), activity (gaming, office work, media consumption) or general application category. It helps customers quickly determine whether the item fits their needs.
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Photo and documents |
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Black/white scanning colour modes The set of colour options that a scanner can produce when scanning an image or document. Each value represents a supported mode such as "Grayscale", "Monochrome", or "Colour" and may be listed separately if multiple modes are available.
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Grayscale |
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Built-in display Indicates whether the product includes a built‑in screen or display unit that can be used directly for viewing content, such as an integrated monitor on a laptop or a built-in display on appliances. A value of "Yes" means the device has such a display; a value of "No" means it does not.
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No |
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Bundled software A list of software programs and utilities that come pre-installed or bundled with the product, such as operating systems, drivers, antivirus suites, or other essential applications.
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Plustek ePhoto, NewSoft Presto! PageManager 9 |
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Cables included A list of the cable types that are supplied with the product, such as USB, HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, LAN (RJ‑45), SATA, audio or other relevant connectors.
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USB |
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Cleaning cloth Indicates whether the cleaning cloth can be washed or not. A value of "Yes" means the cloth is machine‑washable or hand‑washable, while "No" indicates it should not be washed and may require dry cleaning or special care.
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Yes |
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Colour The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
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Blue |
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Colour scanning Indicates whether a scanner can perform color scans. The value is "Yes" if the device supports color scanning, and "No" if it only performs monochrome scans.
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Yes |
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Current The highest electrical current a device draws from its power source during normal operation, expressed in amperes (A). It indicates the maximum current that the product requires and helps users verify compatibility with power supplies or sockets.
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0.75 A |
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Daily duty cycle maximum The maximum number of pages a scanner can process in a single day under normal operating conditions. It indicates the device’s capacity for continuous use and helps users gauge how many documents it can handle before requiring maintenance or downtime.
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500 pages |
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Depth The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
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16.06 cm |
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Drivers included Indicates whether the product comes with drivers included in the package or available for download. A value of "Yes" means that drivers are supplied, while a value of "No" indicates they are not provided and must be obtained separately.
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Yes |
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Duplex Scanning Indicates whether a device can scan both sides of a sheet in a single pass. A value of "Yes" means the scanner automatically captures the front and back of each page, while "No" indicates that only one side can be scanned at a time.
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central |
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Film scanning Indicates whether the device can scan photographic film or other similar media. The value is "Yes" if film scanning is supported, otherwise "No".
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No |
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Form factor Specifies the physical configuration or design of a product, such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, tower, case with cover, etc. It describes how the device is built and what mounting or expansion options it supports.
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Desktop |
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Height The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.
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15.8 cm |
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Input colour depth The number of distinct colours that a device can capture or process from an input source, expressed as an integer value such as "48 bit" or "24 bit". This metric indicates the richness and fidelity of colour reproduction for scanned images or captured media.
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48 bit |
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Input voltage The range of alternating current voltage that a charger or power supply can accept, expressed in volts (V). It specifies the minimum and maximum input voltages compatible with the device.
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24 V |
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Light source The main illumination source used by the product, such as LED, laser, CCFL, or other light-emitting technologies. It indicates whether the device uses a single light source or multiple sources and helps users understand the lighting characteristics of the item.
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LED (Light Emitting Diode) |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | Fotoas |
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Minimum hard disk space The smallest amount of internal storage that a product requires to operate correctly or to store its default content. This value is expressed as a numeric quantity with an appropriate unit such as MB, GB, or TB and helps users understand the minimum capacity needed for installation or use.
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10000 MB |
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Minimum processor The minimum processor model required for a product to operate correctly. This attribute lists the specific CPU model or brand that meets the device’s baseline performance needs, such as "Intel Core i3-8100" or "AMD Ryzen 5 3600". It helps users verify compatibility and ensures the product will run with acceptable speed and features.
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2 GHz |
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Minimum ram The smallest amount of system memory required for a product to operate correctly, expressed in gigabytes or megabytes. This value indicates the minimum RAM capacity that a device must have to run its software and hardware components without performance degradation.
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2048 MB |
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Minimum system requirements for macintosh A concise list of the minimum hardware, software, and firmware specifications required for a Macintosh product to operate correctly. Each requirement is expressed in plain language and may include operating systems, processor types, memory size, storage capacity, graphics capabilities, or other relevant components. The list helps users verify that their environment meets the essential criteria before purchasing or installing the product.
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2 GHz, 2 GB RAM, 10 GB |
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Optical scanning resolution The pixel dimensions of a scanner’s optical sensor, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1200×2400). It indicates how many pixels can be captured per scan and determines the sharpness and detail of scanned images.
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600 x 600 DPI |
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Power supply type The type of electrical supply that powers the device, such as mains AC, DC, USB, battery, or a combination of these options.
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DC |
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Quick start guide Indicates whether a quick‑start guide is provided with the product. A value of "Yes" means that a brief, introductory manual or overview is included to help users get started quickly; "No" indicates that no such guide is supplied.
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Yes |
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Scan file formats A list of file extensions that a scanner can produce or accept when digitizing documents, such as JPG, PDF, TIFF, BMP, PNG, RTF, CSV, HTML, OCR, XPS, TXT and XLS. The values are comma‑separated strings representing each supported format.
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JPG,PDF,PNG |
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Scanner type The functional configuration of a scanner, indicating how documents are fed into the device. Common types include flatbed scanners with automatic document feeders (ADF), sheet‑fed scanners, single‑pass or dual‑pass ADFs, and specialized modes such as 1D/2D barcode readers. This attribute helps users understand whether the scanner can handle single pages, multiple pages automatically, or specific scanning formats.
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Photo/Document Scanner |
| Scanning media types supported | Photo paper |
| Sensor type | CCD |
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Standard interfaces A list of the physical or logical interfaces that a device can use to connect with other devices, such as USB, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, RS‑232, RJ‑45, Parallel, and similar standards.
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77 mm |
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USB port Indicates the presence and quantity of USB connectors on a product. The value is typically an integer representing how many USB ports are available, regardless of type or version.
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Yes |
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USB Ports Represents how many USB connectors are available on the product. The value is a simple integer indicating the total count of USB ports, regardless of type or version.
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1 x USB 2.0 |
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USB Version The specific version of the USB standard that a product supports, expressed as a generation number and optional descriptive suffix (e.g., "3.2 Gen 1" or simply "3.0"). This attribute indicates the data‑transfer capabilities and compatibility with USB devices.
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2.0 |
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Warranty The length of time for which the manufacturer guarantees that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, typically expressed in years or months.
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1 Year |
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Weight The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
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1.48 kg |
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Wi-Fi Indicates whether the product has built‑in Wi‑Fi capability, allowing it to connect to wireless networks without requiring external adapters or dongles.
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No |
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Width The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
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28.99 cm |
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