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CANON P-208 FIRST EDITION
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CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING
5. Scanning Speed is Slow
The scanning speed differs according to scanning conditions. If high resolution, color set-
tings, or special functions are set, the speed decreases. If the feed load is large, the motor drive
may stop temporarily or become slow.
Cause/Faulty
Location
Step
Check Item
Result
Action
Setting
1
If the mode or resolution is
changed, is the problem
solved?
YES Done.
The feeding load is
heavy
2
Does the machine temporary
stop occur frequently?
YES
Perform steps in "4.
Scanner Does Not
Feed Properly".
3
Is the memory sufficient?
NO
Increase the memory.
4
Are other applications run-
ning?
YES
Close the unneces-
sary applications.
5 Are resident applications
such as a virus protection
program running?
YES
Close the unneces-
sary applications.
Insufficient
computer memory
6
Is there insufficient hard disc
space?
YES
Increase the hard disc
space.
7
Is the USB port supported?
NO
Use a computer that
supports it.
8
Is the USB cable supported?
NO
Use the supplied USB
cable.
Hi-Speed USB 2.0
not supported
9
Is the USB hub supported?
Bus power type cannot be
used.
Self power type can be used,
but it is not guaranteed.
NO
Use a USB hub that
supports it.
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