Quote-start

My HP Scanjet 2400 Experience

Quote-end

3 Mar 9th, 2005 

13 Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful

Advantages:
Inexpensive

Disadvantages:
Not too user - friendly

Recommendable No:

Detailed rating:

Speed

Colour sensitivity

Resolution

Ease of Installation

Value For Money

ReedRichards

ReedRichards

About me:

Member since:11.01.2005

Reviews:2

My HP Scanjet 2400 experience began when I inserted the installation CD, this began to run and immediately stopped with a 'Macromedia Projector' error message. I presume 'Macromedia Projector' is software used to momentarily give a flashy display before the installation starts. Overkill that died!!! I am running Windows XP Service Pack 2 so my guess is that there was a conflict.

So I explored the CD, found the Setup files and ran these to install the software. I think this worked, although I have no idea if I got the full software set.

Next I tried to scan a series of A4 (paper size) documents as A4 documents using the HP Director control software. Could I do this? Not without a good deal of manual intervention because after each scan the scanner insisted on removing the margins and I had to manually drag them back into place. I tried reading the manual - no use. I tried an online chat with HP Tech Support but 'Shereen' didn't know the answer either! Eventually I discovered that you had to set the scan parameters you wanted then save the profile. Then alter the settings to load the saved parameters rather than the defaults. Finally, after about 2 hours I achieved A4 to A4 scans!

Next I tried the ReadIris Pro 8 Optical Character Recognition software that was bundled with the scanner. Low and behold, this could be used to interface directly with the scanner and had the A4 option which is missing from the basic scanner sofware! My documents were mostly text but with a bit of handwriting added. In default mode the software would try to convert everything to text but after a good deal of trial and error I chanced upon the discovery that I could switch the parts with handwriting to 'graphics' so these were unchanged whilst leaving the Character Recognition software to work on the remaining text. This worked pretty well and produced much smaller files than the .jpg files I had created using the scanner directly. Some niggles were that the software seemed to lose superscript and bold formatting and didn't reproduce the rather obscure font of the original. But I was still pretty impressed and maybe if I read the manual or practise some more I could do even better. I had no previous experience of this type of software and I didn't find it very intuive or easy to use - but I got lucky eventually.

So, my first impression is that I am pleased with the results but had to work very hard to achieve them. Because I managed to buy my scanner for less than £30 (at Staples) I can't complain about the value for money. I haven't had much prior experience of scanners so the criteria I rated as 'Satifactory' seem to me to be okay so far. 

How helpful would this review be to a person making a buying decision? Rating guidelines

exceptional

very helpful

helpful

somewhat helpful

not helpful

off topic

Products you might be interested in »

HP ScanJet G4050 Photo Scanner

HP ScanJet G4050 Photo Scanner

Flatbed scanner - 96-bit colour - 4800 dpi - x 9600 dpi - USB 2.0

User reviews (1)

Buy now for only £ 159.00

Canon CanoScan 8800F

Canon CanoScan 8800F

Flatbed scanner - 48-bit colour - 4800 dpi - x 9600 dpi - USB 2.0

User reviews (1)

Buy now for only £ 157.00

HP ScanJet 7650n Network Scanner

HP ScanJet 7650n Network Scanner

Document scanner - 48-bit colour - 600 dpi, 2400 dpi - x 600 dpi, 2400 dpi - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX

User reviews (1)

Buy now for only £ 780.53

Plustek OpticFilm 7200i

Plustek OpticFilm 7200i

Film scanner (35 mm) - 48-bit colour - 7200 dpi - x 7200 dpi - USB 2.0

User reviews (3)

Buy now for only £ 182.69

HP ScanJet G4010 Photo Scanner

HP ScanJet G4010 Photo Scanner

Flatbed scanner - 96-bit colour - 4800 dpi - x 9600 dpi - USB 2.0

User reviews (3)

Buy now for only £ 105.00

Epson Perfection V500 Photo

Epson Perfection V500 Photo

Flatbed scanner - 48-bit colour - 6400 dpi - x 9600 dpi - USB 2.0

User reviews (1)

Buy now for only £ 175.00

Comments about this review »

dbirse 07.04.2007 10:11

Good review.

dog_pegleg 14.01.2006 22:42

The review containted too many technical references that I didn't understand so for me it wasn't particularly helpful.

DarkMark 09.03.2005 01:58

a good review

Similar offers for HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner »

1 to 8 out of 8 similar offers for HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner
HP ScanJet 5590p Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590p Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

Platforms: Mac OS X


Postage & Packaging:  Free!
Availability:  Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days......
 Visit Shop  >
amazon electronics
HP ScanJet 5590 Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590 Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - Hi-Speed USB

Technical DataScanner / TypeFlatbed scannerTechnical DataScanner / Form ... more

FactorDesktopTechnical DataScanner / Grayscale
Depth8-bit (256 grey levels)Technical DataScanner
/ Colour Depth48-bit colourTechnical DataScanner /
Max H-Optical Resolutiondpi2400Technical
DataScanner / Max V-Optical
Resolutiondpi2400Technical DataScanner / Supported
Media TypeTransparenciesTechnical DataScanner /
Media Feeder TypeManual loadTechnical
DataDimensions&Weight / Widthcm48.8Technical
DataDimensions&Weight / Depthcm34Technical
DataDimensions&Weight / Heightcm16.2Technical
DataDimensions&Weight / Weightkg5.7Technical
DataSystem Requirements / OS RequiredMicrosoft
Windows XP ProfessionalTechnical DataScanner / Max
Supported Media Size216 x 297 mmTechnical
DataScanner / Interface TypeHi-Speed USBTechnical
DataHeader / Product LineHP ScanJetTechnical
DataHeader / Model5590 Digital Flatbed
ScannerTechnical DataHeader /
CompatibilityPCTechnical DataHeader /
ManufacturerHewlett-PackardTechnical DataHeader /
Packaged Quantity1Technical DataScanner / Input
TypeColour


Postage & Packaging:  £3.99
Availability:  Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days......
 Visit Shop  >
amazon electronics
HP ScanJet 5590 Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - Letter - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590 Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - Letter - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - Hi-Speed USB

HP Scanjet 5590C Digital Flatbed Scanner [A4 Size, USB, 2400 x 2400 dpi, AutoFeeder]


Postage & Packaging:  free Super Saver Delivery
Availability:  Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days......
 Visit Shop  >
amazon electronics
HP ScanJet 5590p Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590p Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590p is a complete out-of-the-box scanning solution - capture high quality ... more

scans from 35 mm slides and negatives. Easy
plug-in connection - no need to remove the
standard scanner lid. Get the job done quickly
with scan-to-PDF simplicity and bundled NewSoft
Presto! PageManager document management software.
No waiting around - view preview scans in about
seven seconds. Store, organize and access
digitized documents using bundled software.


Postage & Packaging:  Free!
Availability:  Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
 Visit Shop  >
amazon electronics
HP ScanJet 5590p Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590p Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

Platforms: Mac OS X


Postage & Packaging:  Free!
Availability:  Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
 Visit Shop  >
amazon marketplace electronics
HP ScanJet 5590 Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590 Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - Hi-Speed USB

Technical DataScanner / TypeFlatbed scannerTechnical DataScanner / Form ... more

FactorDesktopTechnical DataScanner / Grayscale
Depth8-bit (256 grey levels)Technical DataScanner
/ Colour Depth48-bit colourTechnical DataScanner /
Max H-Optical Resolutiondpi2400Technical
DataScanner / Max V-Optical
Resolutiondpi2400Technical DataScanner / Supported
Media TypeTransparenciesTechnical DataScanner /
Media Feeder TypeManual loadTechnical
DataDimensions&Weight / Widthcm48.8Technical
DataDimensions&Weight / Depthcm34Technical
DataDimensions&Weight / Heightcm16.2Technical
DataDimensions&Weight / Weightkg5.7Technical
DataSystem Requirements / OS RequiredMicrosoft
Windows XP ProfessionalTechnical DataScanner / Max
Supported Media Size216 x 297 mmTechnical
DataScanner / Interface TypeHi-Speed USBTechnical
DataHeader / Product LineHP ScanJetTechnical
DataHeader / Model5590 Digital Flatbed
ScannerTechnical DataHeader /
CompatibilityPCTechnical DataHeader /
ManufacturerHewlett-PackardTechnical DataHeader /
Packaged Quantity1Technical DataScanner / Input
TypeColour


Postage & Packaging:  £3.99
Availability:  Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
 Visit Shop  >
amazon marketplace electronics
HP ScanJet 5590p Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590p Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - 216 x 297 mm - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590p is a complete out-of-the-box scanning solution - capture high quality ... more

scans from 35 mm slides and negatives. Easy
plug-in connection - no need to remove the
standard scanner lid. Get the job done quickly
with scan-to-PDF simplicity and bundled NewSoft
Presto! PageManager document management software.
No waiting around - view preview scans in about
seven seconds. Store, organize and access
digitized documents using bundled software.


Postage & Packaging:  Free!
Availability:  Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
 Visit Shop  >
amazon marketplace electronics
HP ScanJet 5590 Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - Letter - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - Hi-Speed USB

HP ScanJet 5590 Digital Flatbed Scanner - Flatbed scanner - Letter - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - Hi-Speed USB

HP Scanjet 5590C Digital Flatbed Scanner [A4 Size, USB, 2400 x 2400 dpi, AutoFeeder]


Postage & Packaging:  £8.89
Availability:  Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
 Visit Shop  >
amazon marketplace electronics



More reviews »

HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner - review by Credance100

Advantages: Fast, simple image scanning. Very stylish design. Excellent Price.
Disadvantages: None!

HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner - review by Credance100 Credance100 22.12.2004 (22.12.2004) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful
Review of HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner

HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner - review by roneoron

Advantages: Excellent value for money. Loads of applications
Disadvantages: Install not easy with newer versions of XP

HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner - review by roneoron roneoron 18.09.2006 (18.09.2006) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful
Review of HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner

HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner - review by rik_uk3

Advantages: Works great in XP
Disadvantages: none as of yet

HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner - review by rik_uk3 rik_uk3 11.08.2004 (11.08.2004) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: somewhat helpful
Review of HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner



Are you the manufacturer / provider of HP ScanJet 2400 Digital Flatbed Scanner? Click here