Refurbished HP ScanJet 3970 Flatbed Scanner

Product Specifications & Hardware Details

• Brand: HP
• MPN: Q3191A
• Model: ScanJet 3970 Digital Flatbed Scanner
• Type: Flatbed Color Digital Scanner
• Standard Functions: Color Scanning, Grayscale Scanning, Monochrome Text Archiving, Photographic Digitization.
• Optional Functions: Optical Character Recognition (OCR) Text Translation via included software packages.
• What's Included in the Box: HP ScanJet 3970 Flatbed Scanner, Built-in Transparent Materials Adapter (TMA) Lid, USB 2.0 Interface Cable, External Power Adapter with Cord, and HP Photo & Imaging Software CD-ROM.
• Required Items (Sold Separately): Compatible desktop or laptop personal computer and a clean, lint-free microfiber optical cleaning cloth.

Technical Specifications

Available Options & Consumables

We stock replacement parts and compatible accessories for the HP ScanJet 3970. You can add these to your order directly from the accessories tab below:

• Power Supply Elements: Replacement 12V External AC Power Supply Block and regional wall outlet cords
• Interface Connectivity: Premium Double-Shielded USB 2.0 A-to-B Peripheral Communication Cables
• Digitization Aids: High-Transparency Protective Film Sleeves for fragile archives and photographic paper prints

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Can this model scan old film negatives or transparent 35mm photo slides?
  Yes. The scanner features a dedicated transparent materials adapter (TMA) built directly into the scanner lid, allowing you to capture and digitize up to three 35mm film frames or two mounted slides simultaneously.
• Does this scanner feature an automated document paper feeder attachment?
  No. This particular model is built strictly as a flatbed layout. Documents, receipts, and photos must be manually placed individual sheet by individual sheet onto the glass platens.
• Does this device run entirely off USB bus power from the computer?
  No. Due to the high-intensity optical lamp mechanism, this scanner requires its separate external AC power supply block plugged into a standard wall socket to operate.