| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Technology | CIS Contex CleanScan, SIGMA, CFR |
| Maximum Resolution (interpolated) | 9600 dpi (interpolated) |
| Optical Resolution | 1200 dpi |
| 200 dpi RGB Color | 17.8 ips |
| Maximum Scan Width | 24 inch (610 mm) |
| Maximum Media Width | 26.6 inch (676 mm) |
| Maximum Media Thickness | 0.08 inch (2 mm) |
| Accuracy | 0.1% +/- 1 pixel |
| Color Space | sRGB, Adobe RGB, Device RGB |
| USB Connection | USB 3.0 with xDTR3 |
| Ethernet connection | Gigabit with xDTR2.5 |
| File formats | TIF, JPG, PDF, PDF/A, DWF, CALS, BMP, JPEG-2000(JP2), JPEG2000 Extended(JPX), TIF-G3, TIF-G4, others |
| Operating System | Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit, Windows Server 2022 Standard Edition |
| Energy Star Compliant | Yes, version 3.0 |
| Total number of pixels | 32400 pixels |
| Country of origin | Designed and engineered in Denmark, Europe. Manufactured in China. |
| 200 dpi grayscale/monochrome | 17.8 |
| Optional software | Nextimage Scan & Archive, Nextimage Repro, Nextimage Remote tablet app (free download for iOS and Android) |
| Contex key CIS technologies | CleanScan, SIGMA, CFR |
| Power supply | 100 V / 230 V / 240 V, 60/50 Hz |
| Weight | 33.7 Ibs. (15.3 kg) |
| Scanner stand (optional) | Low and high stand available |
| Included software | Nextimage free trial (incl. TWAIN driver, excl. licence) |
| Document justification | Flexible center load, due to autosize |
| Upgradeable to 17.8 inch/sec color | Upgradeable |
| File compatibility | AutoCAD®, MicrostationTM, ArcGISTM and all other CAD, GIS and other image editing/storage applications |
| Data capture color depth | 48-bit color/16-bit monochrome |
| Certifications/ Energy Star Compliant | CE, cUL/UL, CCC, EAC, UKR, BIS, FCC Class A, ICES, EMC, VCCI, KC, EuP, WEEE, RoHS, REACH and ENERGY STAR® certified |
| ScanStation Pro compatibility | – |
| Dimensions | 32.4×19.3×6.3 in (823×489×161 mm) |
| Power consumption (ready/sleep/scan) | 18W max. / <1w / 37w (built-in power supply) |
| Printer support | HP, Canon, Epson and Océ printers. See contex.com/nextimage-supported-printers for full list |
Contex IQ Quattro X 2490
High quality technical document scanner
- CIS technology
- 18.8 ips in 200 dpi RGB Color
- 1200 dpi
- $
Contex IQ Quattro X 2490
Overview
The Contex IQ Quattro X 2490 is a 24-inch (approx) wide CIS scanner engineered for technical and small-format wide scanning tasks. It brings the advanced imaging and workflow capabilities of the IQ Quattro X line in a more compact footprint, ideal for architects, engineers, GIS users, and repro shops needing high precision in a smaller format.
Key Features & Benefits
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Advanced CIS Imaging
Uses Contex CleanScan CIS modules, enhanced with Color Fringe Removal (CFR) and real-time signal matching (SIGMA) to deliver clean lines, accurate color, and reduced artifacts. -
Solid Speed & Throughput
Capable of scanning at 14 inches per second (200 dpi, RGB) in both color and monochrome—balancing quality and productivity. -
High Resolution Capture
Offers optical capture up to 1,200 dpi, with interpolation up to 9,600 dpi for fine detail work when needed. -
Compact Yet Versatile Width
Scans originals up to 24 inches wide (media width up to ~26.6 inches), ideal for A1 / D-size documents, maps, and technical drawings. -
Smart Connectivity & Workflow
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Gigabit Ethernet with xDTR2 for fast network transfers
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USB interface with advanced transfer technology
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Pull / Push scanning enables shared access across teams
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Integration with Nextimage software (scan, archive, repro, remote)
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Cloud enablement for remote access and collaboration
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Low Profile & Energy Efficient
Designed with minimal thickness support (up to ~2 mm), optimized for standard paper or light board originals.
Energy Star compliant with low power draw in standby mode. -
Durability & Ease of Use
With robust build, minimal moving parts, and no lamp maintenance, it’s reliable and easy to use in production environments.
Use Cases & Ideal Users
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Small to medium architecture, engineering, or design firms scanning technical plans
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GIS or mapping departments digitizing regional maps and datasets
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Reprographic services handling smaller wide format scanning tasks
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Offices or organizations needing a wide scanner but constrained by space
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Archival or historical document digitization of moderate size originals





