The compact and sleekly designed Mustek BearPaw 1200CU scanner has 5 one-touch buttons for the operation of basic scan, copy, fax, and e-mail functions. One touch makes information sharing efficient and easy--the e-mail function converts your scans into JPG file attachments so you can send your latest images to your mailing list.Discerning users will applaud the 36-bit color, 600 x 1,200 dpi optical resolution (software enhanced to 48-bit color, 19,200 x 19,200 dpi), USB interface connectivity for PCs, and practical software bundle that are included with this color CIS (contact image sensor) scanner. Other features include sound effects for improved interactivity, easy Web posting, a scanning area of up to 8.5 by 11.7 inches, onscreen software-controlled gamma correction, 255 adjustable steps for brightness/contrast, and fast-color-mode scanning of 7 milliseconds per line at 600 dpi. Use the retouching tools to produce business brochures and reports as well greeting cards, announcements, and invitations. The 1200CU is supported by a one-year warranty.