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Re: IRIScan Book 2 & 3 handheld scanners
« Reply #9 on: Friday 30 May 14 10:19 BST (UK) »
Some Record Offices dont like you using scanners

Flat bed and/or hand held scanners are not allowed in our public rooms. The
light and static produced by scanners can cause damage to the documents.
There is also a risk of mechanical damage during handling and wherever the
scanner touches the document.

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Re: IRIScan Book 2 & 3 handheld scanners
« Reply #10 on: Friday 30 May 14 15:50 BST (UK) »
Always pays to check. At my records office you are able to use a wad scanner - you just have to pay £5 for a photo licence. Mind you the authority to do so is tucked away making it difficult to find. I simple asked and got the permission. It is also wise to carry a camera as well.
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