Payson Utah FamilySearch Center/Scanning



 Scanning Services 

Do you have any items that need to be digitized? Be sure to schedule an appointment above by clicking on the button "Schedule Now"

If you need help along the way, always ask a consultant, we're always happy to help!

 

Photo Scanning Stations I and II (Located in the Main Area)





Photo Scanning Station III (Located near the Children's Area)

This station near the children's area at the Southeast corner of the center consists of a Batch Photo Scanner and a smaller (8.5" X 12") Flat-Bed Scanner managed by a Windows-based computer. Batch Scanner (left side of computer) The PS80 Batch Scanner converts old and new photos into JPEG 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 12 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. Flatbed Accessory (right side of computer) 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 flatbed scanner will accept materials up to 8.5 x 12 inches.  Click Here to reserve the Photo Scanning Station III </B> 

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Photo Negative Scanning Stations

<FONT SIZE="3'> The Scanza Multimedia Scanner cannot be reserved. Walkins are welcome.  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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Slide Scanning Stations

<FONT SIZE="3'> 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. A technology-trained missionary will assist during all scanning projects. <FONT SIZE="3";color=blue> Click Here to reserve a Slide Scanner Station </FONT></B>  



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Book Scanner Station

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Document Scanner Stations

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 for one hour, plus incremental 30-minute periods until the scanner is needed by another patron. These units also serve as printers for the center, so you may notice print jobs coming through as you use them to scan documents. 

 <FONT size="4.5">The Pocatello FamilySearch Center offers a wide variety of equipment to help with your scanning, audio and media needs. Scan your documents, slides, or photos to digital format. Convert your VHS and 8mm to digital format. Our staff is trained to help you on this equipment as needed. Don't forget to bring your flash drive when you come. Two-hour access to a given piece of equipment is available on a first come, first served basis. More extended use is available by appointment or during our evening and weekend hours.  Preparing for your visit <hr style="width:72%;text-align:left;margin-left:0"> <FONT SIZE="3.5"> We have a few tips about using the center's equipment.
 * After you schedule your appointment, a few things to know:
 * Verify that you have your items in a protective case to transport to the Family History Center and organized in the way you'd like to work through your files.
 * Bring a USB or thumb drive to transfer your files onto upon completing digitization. (This is where the digital files will be copied for you to take them home.
 * Dust off items before using any of the equipment for digitizing your items.
 * Be sure that you work with a consultant who will assist you with using the various scanning equipment.
 * Face all photos the same way when using the rapid scanner
 * Have your slides in order and labeled.
 * Upon completing be sure to copy the digital files onto your USB/thumb drive.

Available Equipment <hr style="width:72%;text-align:left;margin-left:0"> <FONT SIZE="3.5"> The following equipment (see images and specs) is available for reservation: Our center has a wide variety of equipment geared toward making it easy for your to scan and digitize your family heirlooms and media. We have the following equipment available use:


 * High Speed Photo Scanners: Scans up to 500 photos in 10 minutes or less. Scans items up to 8.5 inches wide.
 * Flatbed Scanner: Our flatbed scanner can scan your odd sized images and documents. Including small photos that won't feed through the high speed scanner, and thick pages that are too large to go through the high speed scanner.
 * Slide & Negative Scanner & Light Table: We can scan a variety of different sizes of slides, films, and negatives in our slide scanner.
 * Reel to Reel 8 mm converter: Come use our new reel to reel converter to turn your 8mm films into digital files that can be shared and preserved.
 * VHS Digitizer: With this digitizer you can turn your old home movies into a digital file that can be viewed and shared more easily. (Including: Hi-8, Digital 8, Mini DV PLUS)
 * Cassette Tape Digitizers: This equipment will allow you to take old cassette tapes with your family recordings on them and turn them into a digital file that can be shared and copied digitally.
 * Book Scanner: Our book scanner can be used to digitize any bound items that you may have including scrapbooks, journals, calendars, and more. . . . You can save the files as individual jpg's or as a complete PDF, or both.
 * ShotBox: This light box is designed to allow you to digitize all of your heirlooms that can't be replicated, but can at least be preserved and shared in a quality image. You can select from various backdrops and backgrounds, including green screen if you'd like to delete the background of the image later. The box is 14 1/4" wide, 15" deep, and 15" tall, so any heirloom that will fit inside can be imaged.