Floating scan sensor in a multi-function printer

A method for configuring a multi-function printer, the method comprising.

• providing a document feeder configured to support at least one piece of medium;
• providing a pick mechanism having a pick roller, the pick roller having a centerline and a surface, wherein the surface is configured to engage a surface of the at least one piece of medium;
• and
• providing a floating scanner assembly pivotably mounted to the pick roller.

A multi-function printer comprising:

• means for feeding documents configured to support a medium;
• means for picking documents configured to engage the medium;
• and
• means for scanning pivotably coupled to the means for picking documents;
• wherein the means for picking documents and the means for scanning are arranged to flushly engage a surface of the medium, when the medium is supported within the means for feeding documents.