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Plustek Opticpro A 320 L Flatbed Scanner
High-resolution flatbed scanner for scanning documents and photos up to A3 size with advanced image editing software.
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Plustek Opticpro A 320 L Flatbed Scanner
The Plustek Opticpro A 320 L is a high‑performance flatbed scanner designed for professionals who demand exceptional image quality, reliability, and versatility. With its advanced CCD sensor, LED illumination, and generous scanning area, this device excels in digitizing documents, photographs, and large-format media up to A3 (304 × 431 mm). Below you will find a comprehensive overview of every feature that makes the Opticpro A 320 L a standout choice for offices, libraries, archives, and creative studios.
Key Technical Specifications
- Maximum Scan Size: 304 × 431 mm (A3)
- Optical Resolution: 1600 × 1600 dpi
- Input Color Depth: 48‑bit per channel (16 bits per color component)
- Output Color Depth: 24‑bit RGB (8 bits per channel)
- Sensor Type: CCD
- Illumination: LED, providing uniform lighting and low power consumption
- Interface: USB 2.0 (standard, reliable connectivity for both Windows and macOS platforms)
- Power Consumption: 30 W during operation; 0.5 W in standby mode
- Dimensions: Height 140 mm, Width 623 mm, Depth 400 mm
- Weight: 7.5 kg (compact yet sturdy build)
- Operating System Support: Windows 10/8/7 (all editions), macOS 10.9–12 (Mavericks to Sierra)
- Minimum PC Requirements: Intel Core i5, 4 GB RAM, 20 GB free disk space
- Bundled Software: ABBYY FineReader 12 Sprint for OCR and PDF creation
Advanced Imaging Technology
The heart of the Opticpro A 320 L is its CCD sensor, renowned for delivering high‑resolution, low‑noise images. Coupled with a 1600 × 1600 dpi optical resolution, this scanner captures fine details and subtle tonal variations that are essential for archival quality reproductions.
The LED illumination system ensures even lighting across the entire scan area, reducing shadows and hotspots. LED light sources also consume less power and generate minimal heat, contributing to the device’s overall energy efficiency.
Color Management and Image Quality
- Color Scanning: Yes – supports full color capture with 48‑bit input depth for maximum fidelity.
- Grayscale & Monochrome Modes: Available, allowing users to choose the optimal mode for text documents or black‑and‑white photography.
- Color Depth Conversion: The scanner outputs 24‑bit RGB images, suitable for standard digital workflows while preserving the richness of the original capture.
Versatile Scanning Options
The Opticpro A 320 L offers a range of scanning destinations and formats to fit any workflow:
- Scan To: Email, File (PDF, TIFF, JPEG), OCR (via ABBYY FineReader), TWAIN, WIA, USB.
- Supported Formats: PDF, TIFF, JPEG, BMP, PNG – ensuring compatibility with document management systems and creative software.
User‑Friendly Software Integration
The bundled ABBYY FineReader 12 Sprint provides powerful OCR capabilities, enabling users to convert scanned images into editable text. The software supports multiple languages and offers advanced layout preservation, making it ideal for digitizing books, reports, and legal documents.
In addition, the scanner’s drivers are available in TWAIN and WIA formats, ensuring seamless integration with a wide array of third‑party applications such as Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, and specialized archival software.
Physical Design and Build Quality
The Opticpro A 320 L’s chassis is constructed from durable materials that provide stability during large‑format scans. Its 140 mm height keeps the device low to the desk, while the 623 mm width accommodates a generous scanning bed without compromising portability.
The scanner’s compact footprint and lightweight design (7.5 kg) make it easy to relocate between workstations or conference rooms, yet its robust build ensures reliable operation over extended periods.
Power Efficiency and Environmental Considerations
- Operating Power: 30 W – efficient for continuous use in busy office environments.
- Standby Power: 0.5 W – minimal energy consumption when idle, supporting green IT initiatives.
- Power Supply: DC input at 24 V, compatible with standard power adapters.
Compatibility Across Platforms
The scanner’s USB 2.0 interface guarantees broad compatibility across modern operating systems:
- Windows: Windows 10 (all editions), Windows 8, Windows 7 (including Home, Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate variants).
- macOS: macOS 10.9 Mavericks through macOS 10.12 Sierra.
This cross‑platform support ensures that teams using heterogeneous environments can all benefit from the scanner’s capabilities without additional configuration hurdles.
Ideal Use Cases
- Document Digitization: High‑resolution capture of contracts, invoices, and archival records.
- Photographic Archiving: Precise reproduction of fine art prints, photographs, and film scans (though dedicated film scanners are recommended for optimal results).
- Educational Materials: Scanning textbooks, handouts, and research papers with OCR for searchable PDFs.
- Legal & Medical Records: Accurate capture of sensitive documents requiring color fidelity and text extraction.
Conclusion
The Plustek Opticpro A 320 L Flatbed Scanner delivers a blend of high‑resolution imaging, robust build quality, and versatile software integration. Its CCD sensor and LED illumination provide exceptional image fidelity, while the bundled OCR software streamlines document workflows. Whether you are digitizing large volumes of paperwork, preserving photographic archives, or creating searchable PDFs for research, this scanner offers reliable performance across a wide range of professional applications.
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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 0280TS |
| MPN | Plustek 0280TS |
| ID | 10849805 |
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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,Monochrome |
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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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ABBYY FineReader12 Sprint |
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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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1.25 A |
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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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400 mm |
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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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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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140 mm |
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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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Mac operating systems supported A list of macOS operating system versions that the product supports or is compatible with, such as "macOS 10.15 Catalina", "macOS 11 Big Sur" or newer releases. Each entry represents a distinct OS version that can run on or be supported by the device.
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Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite,Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan,Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra,Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
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Maximum ISO A-series paper size The largest standard ISO A-series paper format that a device can handle, expressed as the ISO code (e.g., "A4", "A3"). This attribute indicates the maximum sheet size supported by printers, scanners, copiers, and similar equipment.
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A3 |
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Maximum scan size The largest document dimension that a scanner can capture in a single pass, expressed as width by height (e.g., 216 × 356 mm). This value indicates the maximum area the device can scan without needing to cut or stitch images.
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304 x 431 mm |
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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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Intel Core i5 |
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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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4000 MB |
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Minimum storage drive space The smallest amount of internal or built‑in storage that a product requires to operate, typically expressed as a numeric value with an appropriate unit such as GB, MB, or TB. This attribute helps users understand the minimum space needed for the operating system, essential applications, and basic usage.
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20000 MB |
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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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1600 x 1600 DPI |
| Power consumption (StandBy) | 0.5 W |
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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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Scan drivers A list of communication interfaces or software protocols that a scanner can use to transfer scanned images to a computer or network, such as TWAIN, WIA, SANE, ICA, ISIS, and others. Each entry represents an available option for connecting the device to capture software.
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TWAIN,WIA |
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Scan to A list of destinations or methods to which a device can send scanned documents, such as email, FTP, cloud services, USB storage, or local PC. Each option represents a supported transfer protocol or target location for the scanned output.
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E-mail,File,OCR,TWAIN,USB |
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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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Flatbed scanner |
| 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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USB 2.0 |
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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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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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7.5 kg |
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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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623 mm |
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