Sacramento California FamilySearch Center/Scanning

  Visits to the library must be scheduled due to limits on the maximum number of people that can be in the library. If you plan on coming in to using our equipment please schedule the equipment you plan on using below. 

=Available Digitizing Equipment=  The Sacramento FamilySearch Library has a variety of equipment for you to use to scan and convert photos, slides, negatives, and documents. Please click on the "GET INFO - RESERVE" links to the right to learn about each scanner we have available.  Photo/Slide/Document Scanners  EPSON Photo Scanners Click here to reserve a Photo Scanner We have two of EPSON Photo Scanners that have a Batch Photo (Foto) and a Flatbed scanner. The Batch scanner will accept materials up to 7" wide that are 2-sided. The Flatbed scanner will accept materials up to 12 x 18 inches. Both scanners are managed by a Windows-based computer. FONT SIZE="4">EPSON Foto The EPSON Foto Scanner converts old and new photos into JPEG or TIFF files in minutes. These digital images of color and black-and-white photos can be used to preserve memories and allow multiple options to share images. This photo scanner accommodates photos and documents up to 8-1/2 x 14 inches and scans up to 85 photos per minute. It will also scan both sides of the photo in a single pass to capture notes about the picture on the back. The EPSON Flatbed With the Flatbed scanner, multiple photos on an album page can be scanned and then saved as individual image files so there’s no risk of harm to them and album pages remain intact. This scanner can also be used for newspaper articles, documents, books, and various photos that will not properly feed through the photo scanner. 
 * The scanning process is complicated. Generally, the scanning process will go better after your first visit.
 * We do not provide flash drives. Please bring your own 8 - 16 GB USB 3.0 flash drive
 * Sort and organize your images and documents at home.
 * The scanners may be used only after receiving guidance from a technology-trained staff. We will teach you how to operate the equipment.
 * We will be available throughout your visit to answer your questions.
 * Please stop 10 minutes prior to the end of your session so our staff can clean the equipment for the next patron.

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" data-expandtext="" data-collapsetext="" style="width:100%; overflow:auto;"> Kodak Scanza Negative Scanner <FONT SIZE="3'>Click here to reserve the Scanza Multimedia Scanner</FONT></B> This scanner converts 35mm, 126, 110 negatives and slides into .jpg digital files. It can be connected to a large screen monitor to enhance the preview capability during the scanning session. It will also capture still-shot images from 8mm film reels.

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CZUR Book Scanner SIZE="3'>Click here to reserve the Book Scanner</FONT></B> The Czur Book Scanner provides innovative AI Technology for enhanced scanning performance. It will scan all types of documents, but is best suited for bound books. Its revolutionary "Book Curve Flattening" technology minimizes damage to the binding while scanning. This technology uses three precise laser lines for incredible scanning accuracy and image clarity. It uses a 14 megapixel camera for superb image quality. Typically, the final output will be a multi-page PDF document, but the Optical Character Recognition software can convert captured JPG images with typed text into editable Word, Excel or searchable PDF formats. The software can auto-detect page turns to trigger the scan automatically or a convenient foot pedal can be used to control the triggering of the next scan while keeping your hands free. Image corrections/adjustments can be made to your scanned images before the final output is created. 

 <div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" data-expandtext="" data-collapsetext="" style="width:100%; overflow:auto;"> VHS Converter <FONT SIZE="3'>Click here to reserve the VHS Converter</FONT></B> This equipment with convert your VHS cassettes to a digital format. The captured video file will be in an .mp4 format and can be transferred to your personal USB thumb drive. You will need to bring a USB thumb drive to save your converted files. The VHS Converter may be reserved in one-hour and forty-five-minute sessions to convert your VHS cassettes, after which center staff will prepare the VHS Converter for the next patron.

 <div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" data-expandtext="" data-collapsetext="" style="width:100%; overflow:auto;"> ScanPro 3000 Film Scanner <FONT SIZE="3'>Click here to reserve the Book Scanner</FONT></B> The ScanPro 3000 scans Microfilm and Microfiche. The Library has a significant collection of microfilms and a large number of documents on microfiche. The ScanPro has auto-feed capability for both films and fiche. The ScanPro is not a color scanner and only scans gray-scale.

 <div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" data-expandtext="" data-collapsetext="" style="width:100%; overflow:auto;"> Wolverine 8mm and Super 8mm Digitizer <FONT SIZE="3'>Click here to reserve the Wolverine 8mm film digitizer</FONT></B> The Wolverine digitizes 8mm and Super 8mm video films. Conversion time - A 3” in diameter film will take approximately 45 minutes to convert. Digital copies of your family's old 8mm films allow you to share your families memories. At the end of your session, you will transfer your video from the Library's SD card to a USB flash drive. Bring a flash USB drive with at least 8Gb or more of available space. [3.0 USB drive is required]

 <div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" data-expandtext="" data-collapsetext="" style="width:100%; overflow:auto;"> 35mm Slide Scanner <FONT SIZE="3'>Click Here to reserve a Slide Scanner Station</FONT></B>

The Slide Scanner is the latest generation 35mm slide scanner. It employs a high optical resolution, large sensor Sony digital camera to automatically capture up to 15 film slides per minute. It will accept Kodak compatible carousels and the stack loader will accept groups of individual slides. 

 <div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" data-expandtext="" data-collapsetext="" style="width:100%; overflow:auto;"> Document Scanner This scanner will accept multi-page documents through the automatic sheet feeder or individual pages on the flatbed scanner, then save them directly to a USB drive as .pdf files. This document scanner is not scheduled and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This scanner can be used until the scanner is needed by another patron. The document scanner also serve as a printer for the Library so you may notice other print jobs on the scanner.  <div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" data-expandtext="" data-collapsetext="" style="width:100%; overflow:auto;"> Large Format Printer The Printer will print 11" x 17" fan charts from TreeSeek. This large format printer is not scheduled and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This printer can be used until it is needed by another patron or staff. It is recommended that patrons create a PDF of their fan chart on TreeSeek and put it on a flash drive and then use print the PDF on this printer. 