A large format flatbed scanner to unleash your creativity

The IQ FLEX large format flatbed scanner is ideal for fragile originals, book scanning, textiles and artwork you would like to transform into digital content. Suitable for use by artists, colleges, designers, archivists, agencies, repro shops, textiles, furniture, construction and in engineering.

Exceed FADGI 3-star compliance by operating IQ FLEX with Nextimage 6 software.

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IQ FLEX Large format flatbed CIS scanner

Walk-up and scan

Operate the entire scan process directly from the built-in controller

Ideal for fragile documents

Scan delicate originals by placing them gently on the glass plate and closing the top-lid

Wi-Fi enabled

IQ FLEX is the only Wi-Fi enabled large flatbed scanner available today

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IQ FLEX takes an innovative approach to large flatbed scanning. With this product, we focus on how you work while pushing the boundaries of CIS technology.

The IQ FLEX is versatile with options for oversize documents, scan to print and also book scanning with page split and auto spine fold elimination. Mark-up documents as you scan and copy them directly from the multi-touchscreen.

Exceed FADGI 3-star compliance by operating IQ FLEX with Nextimage 6 software. The ICC Color Management in Nextimage 6 software is made with industry-leading X-Rite® color profiling.

FADGI 3-star, X-Rite, Energy Star logos

Like all other Contex large format scanners, IQ FLEX is Energy Star 3.0 certified.

Optional software

IQ FLEX comes with a multi-touchscreen and an embedded controller, so you are ready to scan as soon as you get it out of the box.

However, if you want to unleash the full potential of the scanner you can add a computer and our award-winning Nextimage software. This gives you more options and a larger selection of functions and the option for FADGI 3-star compliance.

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Get to know more about unique technologies, professional scanners and dedicated software from Contex – the No. 1 in large format scanning and copying solutions.

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FIVE FEATURES YOU'LL LIKE

Exceeding FADGI 3-stars

The image quality from IQ FLEX together with Nextimage 6 exceeds the FADGI 3-star guidelines.
Embedded controller

Directly control your scanning process on the built-in 7” multi-touch screen.
Oversize scanning

You can scan documents larger than the scan glass area. Actually up to A1/D-size.
Sharp images

Optical resolution up to 1200 dpi.
Book scanning mode

Easy-to-use book scanning mode with page split and spine fold elimination.

Large flatbed scanner perfect for

This flatbed scanner also works for architects, engineers and any other technical professional. Simply because it makes their workdays easier when handling large drawings and working with CAD.

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Large format flatbed IQ FLEX for book scanning

Large flatbed scanner for oversize document scanning

Large format flatbed scanner IQ FLEX

Scan documents that are up to double the size of the A2/ C-size glass plate, even A1/ D-size originals.

Also need to print?

See the full list of supported printers for IQ FLEX flatbed scanner in the Release Notes:

Supported Printers

Book scanning mode with the book mode wizard

Large format flatbed scanner with book scanning mode - IQ FLEX

Once you scan a spread, you are asked to define the two pages on the operating panel. The pages are split, numbered and stored in the destination of your choice.

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What determines a successful large format scanning process?

Technology

Embedded controller

Atom Quad-Core processor running on a 7-inch multi-touch screen (800×480 pixels).

Contex CleanScan CIS

Contex CleanScan technology is based on custom CIS modules with Dual sided LED light and Dual Diffusion.

Contex CFR (Color Fringe Removal)

Color Fringe Removal (CFR) is a Contex Patent. Color Fringing is a natural consequence of CIS technology sequentially flashing R-G-B. Thanks to Contex innovative thinking CFR will remove this problem with advanced filter technology.

Multiple exposures per scan line

Contex scanners have the option to digitize each scan line multiple times which will reduce image noise even further. Scanning with minimum 4 exposures per scan line ensures FADGI compliance.

SmartShare

This allows all users in a workgroup to operate the scanner from their own computer via Ethernet.

Compatibilities

Selected HP, Canon and EPSON large format printers
Supports all popular scan file formats, such as PDF, TIFF and JPEG
Nextimage software (optional)

IQ FLEX comes with a multi-touchscreen and an embedded controller, so you are ready to scan as soon as you get it out of the box. However, you can pair the flatbed scanner with Nextimage software to get even more out of your scans.

Try Nextimage 6 for free

Nextimage 6 is more than just scanning software.

Designed to optimize results for every use, Nextimage brings out unseen details and restores even the faintest originals. Scan in vibrant color in sRGB, Adobe RGB or Device RGB. Capture and improve maps using advanced filters color reduction options. Digitize and restore monochrome originals with unique adaptive filters and advanced background suppression.

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Specifications

Maximum standard sheet size

Arch C-size (18” x 24”) / ISO A2 (457 x 610 mm)

Technology

CIS Contex CleanScan+

Maximum Resolution (interpolated)

9600 dpi

Optical Resolution

1200×1200 dpi

Data Capture (linier 4 channels RBGK 48 bit/ K(mono) 16 bit)

48-bit/16-bit

Maximum Media Thickness

Limited only by capacity

Maximum image area

19.2” x 25.2” (487mm x 639.6mm)

Accuracy

0.1% +/- 1 pixel

Color Space

sRGB with embedded controller, other color spaces available using Nextimage software: Adobe RGB/Device RGB

File formats

PDF, PDF/A, TIF and JPG

Cloud Destinations

Dropbox, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Box.com

Touch panel / screen

7” multi-touch screen. 800 x 480 pixels

Energy Star Compliant

Yes

Country of origin

Designed in Denmark. Manufactured in China

Document weight

Up to 10 kg (22 lbs) evenly distributed over the whole scan glass area

Embedded controller: Memory (RAM/flash)

8 GB / 16 GB

Embedded controller: Destinations

Cloud, copy, email and USB drive (USB 3.0)

Power requirements

100 V / 230 V / 240 V, 60/50 Hz

Included software (download)

Contex LINK networking and cloud access utility, Nextimage 30 day trial (incl. TWAIN driver, excl. licence)

Optional software

Nextimage Scan & Archive, Nextimage Repro

Language versions

English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Chinese (simplified), Japanese, Russian

Power consumption (Ready/Sleep mode/Scanning)

Max 10 W/0.5 W/23 W – ENERGY STAR certified

Processor

Atom Quad-Core

Document thickness

No specified limit but objects must maintain contact with the glass, completely cover the glass or be effectively covered by the scanner lid and not exceed the maximum document weight (see above)

Operating maximum ambient temperature

This product has been submitted and evaluated for use at the maximum ambient temperature specification of 40 degrees C

Effective number of pixels (W×L)

23017×30217 pixels

Environmental

Certifications/ Energy Star Compliant

Connectivity

WIFI, Ethernet

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A large format flatbed scanner to unleash your creativity

Walk-up and scan

Ideal for fragile documents

Wi-Fi enabled

Optional software

Contex company brochure

Explore IQ FLEX

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FIVE FEATURES YOU'LL LIKE

Exceeding FADGI 3-stars

Embedded controller

Oversize scanning

Sharp images

Book scanning mode

Large flatbed scanner perfect for

Large flatbed scanner for oversize document scanning

Also need to print?

Book scanning mode with the book mode wizard

Looking for a large format art scanner?

What determines a successful large format scanning process?

Technology

Embedded controller

Contex CleanScan CIS

Contex CFR (Color Fringe Removal)

Multiple exposures per scan line

SmartShare

Compatibilities

Try Nextimage 6 for free

Specifications

Maximum standard sheet size

Technology

Maximum Resolution (interpolated)

Optical Resolution

Data Capture (linier 4 channels RBGK 48 bit/ K(mono) 16 bit)

Maximum Media Thickness

Maximum image area

Accuracy

Color Space

File formats

Cloud Destinations

Touch panel / screen

Energy Star Compliant

Country of origin

Document weight

Embedded controller: Memory (RAM/flash)

Embedded controller: Destinations

Power requirements

Included software (download)

Optional software

Language versions

Power consumption (Ready/Sleep mode/Scanning)

Processor

Document thickness

Operating maximum ambient temperature

Effective number of pixels (W×L)

Environmental

Certifications/ Energy Star Compliant

Connectivity

Do you want to know more?