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Because scanners are capable of inputting large amounts of data in

relatively short periods of time, they commonly push computer

systems to the limits of their capabilities. Before beginning any

scanning task or operation, carefully consider your system’s

processing capabilities, especially processor speed, RAM, and

available hard disk space. OCR processes, fax operations, and the

processing of simple black & white graphics are least demanding.

High resolution scanning of large images in full color creates an

extreme demand for processor time and memory.

When you are scanning with the TWAIN interface, the number labeled

image size (calculated in bytes) provides the working file size that is

the result of the selected scanning mode, resolution, and image size.

Take careful note of this information.

Minimum and recommended system requirements are:

486 processor or 100% compatible

DOS 5.0 or later with Windows 3.1x, or higher

CD-ROM drive

8 MB RAM minimum; 16 MB RAM recommended

10 MB available hard disk space; 50 MB recommended

VGA/SVGA monitor with at least 256 color capability, 24 Bit True

Color recommended

Enhanced Parallel port

Summary of Contents for ImageReader Express

Page 1: ...ImageReader Express Compact Color Flatbed Scanner User s Guide P N DOC FB4B 799250...

Page 2: ...ights Reserved Thematerialinthisdocumentisforinformationalpurposesonlyandis subject to change without notice The manufacturer assumes no responsibilityforerrorsoromissionsinthisdocument norany damages...

Page 3: ...2 1 TheInfoTechnician 2 2 Installingthedevicedriver 2 2 Installingtheapplicationsoftware 2 2 Chapter 3 Using your scanner 3 1 Scanning features and controls 3 1 Hardware features 3 1 Softwarecontrols...

Page 4: ...i i i...

Page 5: ...ntion this guide presents all references to guide names or sections initalics and commands you must type at a command line are presented in a differenttypeface Assistance Ifyouexperiencedifficultiesan...

Page 6: ...lication software Thescannerhardwarebyitselfisnotveryuseful Ittakesacombination of the scanner hardware and application software to perform any task Before you begin scanning you need to choose the ap...

Page 7: ...torage form scanning faxutilities copyutilities customscreensavercreation photoalbumcreation andsoon Ifapplicationsareintendedtolink directlytothescanningdevice lookfortheTWAIN compliant specification...

Page 8: ...ionscanningoflargeimagesinfullcolorcreatesan extreme demand for processor time and memory When you are scanning with the TWAIN interface the number labeled imagesize calculatedinbytes providestheworki...

Page 9: ...it is safe from possible damage due to pinching or crimping Insertthemaleconnectoronthecableintotheparallelportonyour computer The cable can only be inserted one way do not force a connection Importan...

Page 10: ...nu in the Windows Program Manager Windows 3 1x or select RunafterclickingStartonthetaskbar Windows95 2 Typed install setup d install setup d install setup d install setup d install setupatthecommandli...

Page 11: ...2 GO ImageEditorinstallationinstructions Manualsforbothapplications are also included on the Info System Software CD Perform Utility Diagnostic Afterinstallingthedevicedriverandapplicationsoftware che...

Page 12: ...538 2500 ext 2534 to order an EPP interface c a r d Important Changing your BIOS or CMOS settings can render your computer system inoperable Use caution to ensure that only the Parallel mode ischange...

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Page 14: ...Pleasenote Thepowerlightmayremaindimlylitevenwhenitisnot pluggedintoapowersupplybecauseitreceivesasmallportionofits powerfromthecomputer The scanner is activated when first powered on or when you choo...

Page 15: ...einserting Remove paper clips pins or staples Letwetpaperdryfirst Avoidscanningdocumentswithcorrectionfluid dryorotherwise This avoids scratching or marring the scanning glass and ensures yearsofbeaut...

Page 16: ...anning area Settings The settings box is located in the top portion of your TWAIN window By clicking on the down arrow you may select from a list of pre definedscansettings Thesesettingsrepresentfiles...

Page 17: ...ke adjustments to the pre scanned image willsaveyoutimecorrectingtheimagelaterinaneditingapplication The Settings menu located above the preview window limits you to Gamma 1 0 or Gamma 1 5 for scannin...

Page 18: ...intensityadjustments Scan A scan is the actual image captured at the selected settings The scan doesnotappearinthepreviewwindow itisdisplayedinthe application sworkspace Panel View your scanning prefe...

Page 19: ...es suchasdrawingsor sketches businesslogos ortext Resolution Resolutionismeasuredindotsperinch dpi Thehighertheresolution isset themoredetailinyourimageiscaptured Therearesome guidelinesyoushouldfollo...

Page 20: ...sultingimageislikeaphoto negativeoftheoriginal Brightness and Contrast These controls adjust the brightness and contrast of the image you areabouttoscan Increasingthecontrastwillsharpentheimageby exca...

Page 21: ...scustom ImageReader driver Inthesecases theinstructionsprovidedbelowareinappropriateforthatapplication Refertothatapplication suserguideforscanninginstructions 1 Starttheimageeditingapplicationsoftwar...

Page 22: ...s Note IftheimageisnotaslargeastheCropbox theadditional blankareaisalsoscanned creatinganunnecessarilylargefile Be sureto adjustthe Cropbox to fit the exactareayou wantto scan To do so simply click an...

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Page 24: ...og box If you are scanning with a 32 bit application such as Adobe Photoshop you should select Flatbed 32 If you do not select the correct source you may receive an error message when attempting to sc...

Page 25: ...About the pass through port About the pass through port About the pass through port About the pass through port The ImageReader Express and ImageReader Elite EPP scanners are both conveniently equipp...

Page 26: ...afilesizethatexceedsavailablediskspace Reducethedpi imagesize orselectalowermodetoreducethefilesize Error 82 Scanner not Found message when attempting a scan This error is most common with Compaq and...

Page 27: ...your computer manual for instructions on how to do this 2 Go to the area in which you can change the parallel mode settings and change the LPT type to EPP or SPP 3 Save your changes and exit Now reboo...

Page 28: ...ssivelyor subjectit to excessive vibration as the lens focus may become distorted 8 The scanner operates best in temperatures of 10 C to 40 C 50 F to104 F FCC radio frequency interference statement Th...

Page 29: ...anship for a period of two years from the date of originalpurchase Thiswarrantyappliesonlytotheoriginalpurchaser Intheeventofadefect Infowillrepairthisproductfreeofcharge includingparts labor andretur...

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