Description
The Contex IQ Quattro X delivers professional-grade large-format scanning for architecture firms, engineering offices, and construction companies that demand exceptional image quality, blazing-fast speeds, and seamless workflow integration.
24-inch scanner (2450 - 8.9 ips color) and (2490 - 17.8 ips color) widths, this CIS-technology scanner combines 1200 dpi optical resolution with intelligent document handling that automatically detects paper thickness and document size.
The IQ Quattro X 2450 scans color documents at 8.9 inches per second (200 dpi), while the 2490 model doubles that speed to 17.8 ips, both achieving 17.8 ips for monochrome scanning.
This 6th-generation Contex scanner transforms technical document digitization with award-winning NextImage 6.0 software, network connectivity, and cloud enablement, letting your entire project team scan from smartphones.
Why choose Contex IQ Quattro X:
- CleanScan CIS Technology — Suppresses shadows and backgrounds for crisp, natural scans without manual cleanup
- Exceptional versatility — Compatible with AutoCAD, ESRI, HP, Canon, and Epson workflows
- Network & cloud enabled — Entire workgroup can access scanner from any device, anywhere
- Professional installation included — Free phone/web setup support with TAVCO technicians throughout Texas
- Well log specialist — Ideal for oil & gas industry document archiving and digitization
Bundle includes Contex IQ Quattro X scanner, optional standard floor stand, NextImage 6.0 software, free continental USA freight, free installation support, and full 1-year parts warranty. Transform your existing plotter into a multifunction device by adding professional scanning capabilities that pay for themselves through reduced outsourcing costs and faster project turnaround.
Contex IQ Quattro X Technical Specifications
| Specification | IQ Quattro X 2450 | IQ Quattro X 2490 | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scan Width | 24 inches (610mm) | 36 inches (914mm) | Handles C-size through E-size drawings |
| Scanning Technology | CIS (Contact Image Sensor) | Compact design, CleanScan image quality | |
| Optical Resolution | Up to 1200 dpi | Captures fine line detail and small text | |
| Color Scan Speed (200 dpi) | 8.9 ips | 17.8 ips | 24"×36" in 24 seconds (2450) or 12 seconds (2490) |
| Monochrome Scan Speed | 17.8 ips (both models) | Fast line-drawing digitization | |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet | Network scanning from any workstation | |
| Software Included | NextImage 6.0 | Professional scanning with auto-crop, deskew | |
| Document Handling | Automatic thickness & size detection | Handles originals, blueprints, fragile documents | |
| Cloud Integration | Cloud-enabled, smartphone compatible | Scan from mobile devices, share instantly | |
| Software Compatibility | AutoCAD, ESRI, HP/Canon/Epson | Integrates with existing workflows | |
| Warranty | 1-year parts warranty | Factory-backed reliability protection | |
*Scan speeds measured at 200 dpi resolution. Actual speeds vary based on document complexity and output settings.
Contex IQ Quattro X Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Answer: The 2450 (24") handles C-size (24"×36") drawings for small offices, while the 2490 (36") handles D-size and E-size (36"×48") drawings required by architecture and engineering firms.
What's the difference between the Contex IQ Quattro X 2450 and 2490 models?
The primary differences are scan width and color-scanning speed. The IQ Quattro X 2450 scans documents up to 24 inches wide at 8.9 inches per second in color (200 dpi), making it ideal for small offices and contractors working primarily with C-size drawings. The IQ Quattro X 2490 scans documents up to 36 inches wide at 17.8 ips in color—twice the speed of the 2450—making it the better choice for architecture firms, engineering offices, and anyone regularly scanning D-size (24"×36") and E-size (36"×48") technical drawings. Both models scan monochrome documents at the same 17.8 ips speed and share identical 1200 dpi optical resolution, CleanScan CIS technology, and NextImage 6.0 software.
Quick Answer: CIS (Contact Image Sensor) technology produces compact scanners with CleanScan processing that automatically removes shadows and backgrounds, while CCD scanners are larger but better for thick-bound documents.
What is CIS scanning technology, and how does it compare to CCD scanners?
CIS (Contact Image Sensor) scanning technology uses LED light sources positioned very close to the document surface, allowing for compact scanner designs with minimal depth. The Contex IQ Quattro X leverages CIS with proprietary CleanScan processing that intelligently suppresses shadows, unwanted backgrounds, and image artifacts—delivering clean, crisp scans without manual editing. CIS scanners excel at standard technical drawings, blueprints, maps, and well logs. CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) scanners use traditional optics and are larger but handle extremely thick or bound documents better. For 95% of architecture, engineering, and construction scanning applications, CIS technology such as the IQ Quattro X delivers superior image quality in a space-saving design. Learn more about CCD vs CIS differences.
Quick Answer: Yes, NextImage 6.0 software integrates with AutoCAD, ESRI ArcGIS, and works seamlessly with HP, Canon, and Epson plotters for complete scan-to-print workflows.
Can the Contex IQ Quattro X integrate with my existing AutoCAD and plotter setup?
Absolutely. The Contex IQ Quattro X is designed for seamless integration with existing technical workflows. The included NextImage 6.0 software works directly with AutoCAD for intelligent scan-to-CAD vectorization, ESRI ArcGIS for GIS applications, and connects to HP DesignJet, Canon imagePROGRAF, and Epson SureColor plotters for complete scan-to-print capabilities. The scanner connects via Gigabit Ethernet to your network, allowing any workstation to send scan jobs. You can even scan from smartphones using the cloud-enabled interface. This transforms your existing plotter into a multifunction device without replacing equipment or retraining staff on new systems.
Quick Answer: The IQ Quattro X 2450 scans a 24"×36" drawing in approximately 24 seconds at 200 dpi color, while the 2490 scans the same drawing in 12 seconds.
How long does it take to scan a typical architectural drawing?
For a standard 24"×36" (D-size) architectural drawing at 200 dpi color resolution, the IQ Quattro X 2450 completes the scan in approximately 24 seconds at 8.9 inches per second, while the IQ Quattro X 2490 finishes in about 12 seconds at 17.8 ips. Monochrome line drawings scan even faster—both models achieve 17.8 ips. If you're scanning for archival purposes at 400 dpi, expect roughly double the scan time. Automatic document feeding, intelligent size detection, and background cleanup occur during the scan, so you get production-ready files without additional processing time. For firms digitizing large drawing sets, the 2490's faster color scanning delivers significant time savings—scanning 100 color drawings takes approximately 20 minutes versus 40 minutes with the 2450.
Quick Answer: Yes, the IQ Quattro X's automatic paper thickness detection and gentle feeding system safely handle fragile originals, aged blueprints, vellum, and delicate well logs.
Can the Contex IQ Quattro X scan fragile or aged documents safely?
Yes, the IQ Quattro X is specifically engineered to handle challenging documents that other scanners might damage. Its automated paper thickness control detects document weight. It adjusts feeding pressure accordingly, making it safe for fragile originals, aged blueprints, brittle vellum, translucent media, and delicate well logs standard in oil & gas applications. The CIS scanning technology doesn't require the document to wrap around rollers or drums—it feeds flat through the scanner, reducing stress on fragile materials. Many Texas engineering firms and energy companies use the IQ Quattro X to archive historical project documentation that's too valuable or fragile to risk manual handling or aggressive scanning mechanisms. The scanner's gentle document handling, combined with high-resolution capture (up to 1200 dpi), preserves both the physical original and creates archival-quality digital files.
Quick Answer: Bundle includes the scanner, optional floor stand, NextImage 6.0 software, free continental USA shipping, free phone/web installation support, and 1-year parts warranty.
What's included with the Contex IQ Quattro X scanner purchase?
Your Contex IQ Quattro X bundle includes everything needed for immediate operation: the scanner unit, optional standard floor stand for convenient placement next to your plotter, NextImage 6.0 professional scanning software (a $500+ value), free freight shipping anywhere in the continental United States, complimentary phone and web-based installation support with an experienced TAVCO technician, and a full 1-year parts warranty backed by Contex. The NextImage software provides advanced features including automatic document cropping, deskewing, background cleanup, batch scanning, and direct output to PDF, TIFF, JPEG, and other formats. We also provide ongoing technical support, software updates, and access to TAVCO's Texas-based service network for any maintenance needs. Optional accessories like scanner carrying cases and extended warranties are available separately.
Texas Large-Format Scanner Experts: TAVCO provides professional Contex IQ Quattro X installation, training, and ongoing technical support throughout Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio metro areas. Our certified technicians deliver complimentary phone and web-based setup assistance, on-site installation services, staff training for NextImage software, and priority service response for warranty and maintenance needs. Call 866-254-8590 for volume pricing for multiple units, trade-in evaluations, or custom scanning workflow consultation. Since 1984, Texas AEC professionals have trusted TAVCO for large-format scanning solutions that deliver ROI through reduced outsourcing costs and faster project turnaround.
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