ALLEROED, Denmark, June 2 /PRNewswire/ --     Contex, the world-leading developer of wide format scanning and imaging
solutions, and VIDAR, a Contex Group company, have announced the launch of
the SD Series - a revolutionary, affordable range of user-friendly scanners
with all-new enhanced CIS technology.

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The SD Series is ideal for customers who primarily scan technical
documents and maps. Combining powerful scanning technology and walk-up
simplicity, the scanners increase productivity and simplify scan-to-file and
scan-to-print tasks for in-house users, eliminating the need to send scanning
jobs out of house. The SD Series also serves copy shops with high-volume
technical document archiving projects.

The SD Series' ability to separate fine lines and details in technical
documents delivers the sharpness that customers in architecture, engineering,
construction (AEC), geographic information systems (GIS), and copy and
reprographics shops require. "Our SD Series addresses this market segment's
needs for high throughput, intelligent image cleanup, and sharpness," says
Niels Appel, Executive VP, Sales and Marketing for Contex operations.
"Productivity and ease of use are paramount to delivering bottom line
benefits in today's business world. The SD Series will help any company,
large or small, to effectively improve their scanning work processes."

At 44 inches, the SD Series can handle wider documents than any other CIS
scanner on the market. And with 1,200 dpi optical resolution and intelligent
image cleanup, the scanners effectively capture all fine lines and details.
Their lightweight design of 30kg (66lbs.) also offers unprecedented mobility.

A perfect fit for the new trend in decentralized scanning environments,
the SD Series allow companies to make scanners available in several
departments, replacing the more traditional setup of one centralized wide
format scanner location in-house.

Appel says, "Customers in the technical segments often have different
priorities. By using the SD Series, different departments gain access to a
fast, easy-to-use, affordable solution that delivers the right features for
their jobs. With the HD and SD Series, Contex and VIDAR now offer a complete
range of solutions to cover all scanning needs."

Customers will also enjoy the SD Series' low maintenance. Face-up
scanning dramatically reduces wear and tear on the glass plates, and when the
plates do need replacement, it's fast and inexpensive. Combined with Contex
and VIDAR's user-friendly Nextimage software, the SD Series also makes image
editing simple - even for new users.

SD Scanners at a Glance:

    - 1,200 dpi optical resolution for excellent sharpness on technical
      documents

    - Faster scanning with USB 2.0 xDTR (extended Data Transfer Rate)

    - ENERGY STAR compliant for lower energy use and operating costs

    - Lightweight, modern design for simple setup and maximum mobility

    - All Wheel Drive for optimal document transport and hold

    - 16-bit B/W capture for great detail and depth

    - Face-up scanning to simplify jobs and protect originals



Contact: Jette Lundquist, Vice President, Marketing
    Email: jlu@contex.com
    Web: http://www.contex.com