Canon
Canon imagePROGRAF TX-Series Z36 36" document scanner 1200 dpi 1691B115AA
Scans documents up to 36 inches wide at 1200 dpi optical resolution and operates independently of the printer for simultaneous processing
- Scans up to 38 inches wide for large-format documents
- 1200 dpi optical resolution captures fine detail
- Independent scanner operation enables simultaneous print and scan workflows
- Compact top-mounted design adds minimal bulk to the printer
- Includes AIO controller for centralized device management
Wide-format scanning up to 36 inches
The Canon imagePROGRAF TX-Series Z36 scanner attaches directly to compatible imagePROGRAF printers and operates independently of the print engine. It handles documents up to 36 inches wide with a maximum optical resolution of 1200 dpi and an interpolated maximum of 9600 dpi. SingleSensor Technology Assembly captures consistent colour accuracy and detail across shadows and highlights. This unit suits architects, engineers and design studios that need integrated scan-to-print workflows.
Quiet front-load operation
The face-up, front-load paper path feeds originals from the front and exits them at the rear without requiring the printer to run. Because the scanner draws power through the printer connection, it adds no separate power supply or fan noise to the workspace. The compact, lightweight head assembly is smaller than earlier Canon scanner modules, keeping the combined footprint low. An included AIO controller centralises management for unattended batch jobs.
Sustained batch throughput
Independent scanner operation lets the printer continue producing output while the Z36 digitises the next set of originals, so sustained throughput is limited by document handling speed rather than print-head cooling pauses. The 38-inch maximum scan width accommodates oversize technical drawings and maps in a single pass. Buyers who need standalone network scanning without an imagePROGRAF printer or who require automatic document feeding for loose sheets will not be served by this integrated module.
Highlights
- Scans up to 38 inches wide for large-format documents
- 1200 dpi optical resolution captures fine detail
- Independent scanner operation enables simultaneous print and scan workflows
- Compact top-mounted design adds minimal bulk to the printer
- Includes AIO controller for centralized device management
Specifications
| Brand | Canon |
|---|---|
| Model | 1691B115AA |
| Part Number | 1691B115AA |
| Shipping weight | 46.72 kg |
| Package size | 1270 × 559 × 508 mm |
Questions about this item
How is the Z36 scanner attached to the imagePROGRAF printer and what step is often missed?
The scanner mounts on top of the printer; the step often missed is securing the AIO controller connection for centralized management before first use.
Which consumable part will need periodic replacement on the Z36?
The SingleSensor Technology Assembly may require replacement after extended high-volume scanning to maintain 1200 dpi optical accuracy.
What width limit stops a continuous scan job on the Z36 first?
The 38-inch maximum document width is the first hard limit; anything wider cannot be fed through the front-load, rear-exit path.
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