New Release of the Next Generation Scanner, ScanSnap iX2500

On Tuesday, June 24 Japan time, PFU Limited (President and CEO: Eiji Hirahara) (hereinafter "PFU") will begin selling the new ScanSnap iX2500 model from the ScanSnap Series of image scanners, which quickly digitize documents at the push of a button.

Recently, the popularization of hybrid work and the advancement of AI have accelerated the need for flexible working styles and digital data. Even in terms of lifestyle, digital tools promote information sharing and streamline household tasks. For this, you need an environment that enables the instant digitization of physical documents without being bound to a device.

The iX2500 redefines the traditional concept of a personal desktop scanner. This next generation scanner transcends the boundaries of time, location, and device, allowing you to use it as your personal ScanSnap anytime and anywhere. Simply connect your device to any iX2500, wherever it may be, and you can then use the ScanSnap with all your usual save locations and ease of use. This is truly an edge device for the new age.

The scanner is equipped with a next-generation "iiGA" SoC (System on a Chip), which was originally developed for business scanners, and a 5-inch capacitive touchscreen. These features enable incredibly stress-free scanning that operates like a smartphone.
The scan speed has been increased to 45 sheets (2-sided A4 color/300 dpi) per minute, and the maximum number of documents that can be loaded at one time is now a staggering 100 sheets. Even if this is your first time with a scanner, you can set it up with just your smartphone, just like a regular household appliance. You can also save documents as searchable PDFs and automatically assign titles based on document content, just like on a PC.

The design has been revamped to incorporate beauty that utilizes shadows, blending seamlessly with various environments such as home, office, and co-working environments. And, with no virgin plastics in the packaging and reduced power consumption, this product is also environmentally friendly.

Transcending time, location, and devices, ScanSnap connects the analog and digital worlds to offer a smart and comfortable lifestyle.

ScanSnap iX2500

Features

1. Instant application of your personal ScanSnap settings for smooth scanning

When you connect a PC, smartphone, or other device to the ScanSnap iX2500 via USB or Wi-Fi, your usual settings are applied to the scanner, allowing multiple iX2500s to function as your personal scanner.
Whether you are at the office, a co-working space, or your own home, use the iX2500 in any location with your own settings.

Planned for future update
Just tap your smartphone to quickly change to your ScanSnap settings

In a future update, we plan to introduce a function that will allow you to easily connect your smartphone to the ScanSnap iX2500 with just a tap and instantly reflect your personal settings.

2. Incredibly stress-free usability

The new scan engine equipped with the next-generation SoC "iiGA" provides a stress-free and comfortable user experience with high-speed scanning, fast start-up, and greatly improved computerless image processing.

1. ・ Quickly scan 45 sheets (2-sided A4 color/300 dpi) per minute
2. ・ Large hopper that can hold up to 100 sheets
3. ・ 50 A4 sheets can be set even when the Receipt Guide is attached
4. ・ Reliable paper-feeding technology and a skew detection function developed for business scanners to keep your original copies safe
5. ・ Fast start-up in 2.9 seconds
   *During USB connection when the start-up mode is Fast
6. ・ Support for Wi-Fi 6, WPA3 security protocol, and TLS 1.3

Optimal scans of photos, posters, and other images with improved image quality

The image quality of scanned data is better than ever. Thanks to the PFU Clear Image Capture technology adopted from our business scanners, color shift is curtailed, and the appearance of moire (irregular striped pattern) is reduced. This allows for optimal scanning of photographs, posters, and other images with subtle colors and contrast.

The image processing performance has significantly evolved. Scan with various devices.

Searchable PDFs and automatic file name generation can be used on smartphones and tablets.

1. Update planned for late 2025
   Plans to support saving to network-attached storage (NAS) without a device
   Automatic Rotation and Streak Reduction are also available.
   
2. Planned for future update
   Also, saving searchable PDFs is available even when saving to network-attached storage.

Intuitive operation on the built-in 5-inch capacitive touchscreen

Compared to the previous iX1600 model, the on-board capacitive touchscreen has been enlarged from 4.3 to 5 inches and is even more responsive.
You can view your favorite settings and save destinations (PC, smartphone, cloud service, etc.) as icons for intuitive operation.

3. Seamlessly utilize scanned data and link with various digital services

The use of scan data across different devices and the integration with apps and cloud services are now smoother than ever. Expanding the services that can be linked from the Quick Menu has made the scanner significantly easier to utilize, not only for scanning but also for further utilization and integration with various services.

ScanSnap Home (for PC) has a revamped Quick Menu and newly added integration with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, OneNote, Notion, and iCloud.⁽¹⁾
You can also save to whichever cloud services linked with ScanSnap Cloud via the Quick Menu.⁽¹⁾⁽²⁾

Planned for future update

The planned Data Sync function will allow you to synchronize scan data across the PC and mobile versions of ScanSnap Home. This will enable you to access the same data regardless of whether you scan with a PC or smartphone.⁽³⁾
With ScanSnap Home, data management transcends location or device. Items scanned at the office or home can be checked on the go via smartphone, and the same data can be managed from both your office and home PC.

4. Sustainable, eco-friendly design to reduce environmental impact

List price varies by region.

PFU Limited was established in 1960. Based on the skills acquired through computer development, we develop and supply image document-related products and services, such as image scanners. We also provide support services for building and operating IT infrastructures that contribute to the safety and security of our customers.
We at PFU will continue to evolve our edge devices to contribute to our customers' business process reforms and Digital Transformation, provide the services that support them, and contribute to the development of a sustainable world.
For more information, please visit https://www.pfu.ricoh.com/global/

Ricoh is a leading provider of integrated digital services and print and imaging solutions designed to support digital transformation of workplaces, workspaces and optimize business performance.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh’s global operation reaches customers in approximately 200 countries and regions, supported by cultivated knowledge, technologies, and organizational capabilities nurtured over its 85-year history. In the financial year ended March 2025, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,527 billion yen (approx. 16.8 billion USD).

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