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Canon Color Image Scanner
CanoScan D646U
Product Guide
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As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this model meets the ENERGY STAR Program for energy efficiency. The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The tar
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Table of Contents Handling and Care of the Scanner Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 5 Setup and Operating Conditions................................................................... 7 Before Transporting the Scanner .................................................................. 8 Care and Maintenance ................................................................................... 9 Guide to the Software Software for
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Handling and Care of the Scanner This section describes the general precautions for using the scanner. Please be sure to read each section for safe handling and operation. Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 5 Setup and Operating Conditions................................................................... 7 Before Transporting the Scanner .................................................................. 8 Care and Maintenance
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Safety Precautions Please read and take note of the following precautions before using the equipment. WARNING Indicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or injury to persons if not performed correctly. In order to use the equipment safely, always pay attention to these warnings. CAUTION Indicates a caution concerning operations that may lead to injury to persons or damage to property if not performed correctly. In order to use the equipment safely, always pay attention to
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CAUTION • Do not plug the equipment into outlets with voltages other than the specified voltages. Incorrect voltages may result in fire or electrical shock. • When unplugging the AC adapter, always pull on the main body. Pulling on the cord may damage the wires and lead to fire or electrical shock. • Do not place objects around the AC adapter in case it needs to be unplugged during emergencies. • Unplug the AC adapter from the outlet at least once a year and clean the area around the base of the
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Setup and Operating Conditions • Please use in an area where the following temperature and humidity conditions can be met. Surrounding temperature: 10 degrees - 35 degrees C (50 degrees - 95 degrees F) Surrounding humidity: 10% - 90% RH (without condensation) • Please use where the electrical conditions (normal home outlets) can be met in your country. • Make certain there is plenty of clear space around the scanner. (Below is a diagram looking straight down on the scanner) Approx. 20 cm (8 in)
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Before Transporting the Scanner Always lock the scanning unit by pushing the lock switch toward the lock mark before moving or transporting the scanner. aaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 1. Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and detach the USB cable from the computer. aaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 2. Confirm the position of the scanning unit. Open the document cover, and confirm that the scanning unit is at the front of the scanner. If it has not returne
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Care and Maintenance Clean off the dirt and dust that adheres to the exterior, document glass and document cover of the scanner during the course of ordinary operation using the following procedures. aaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 1. Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and detach the USB cable from the computer. aaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 2. When cleaning the document cover or document glass, dampen a clean, soft cloth with water and wring the cloth
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Guide to the Software This section introduces to the software programs bundled with the scanner. For detailed instructions of each program, please read the respective PDF manuals contained in the CD-ROM. Software for Windows ScanGear CS-U .......................................................................... 11 ScanGear Toolbox CS ............................................................... 13 ArcSoft PhotoStudio 2000 ....................................................... 18 ScanSoft Omn
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Windows ScanGear CS-U ScanGear CS-U is the specialized driver for Windows that allows you to scan and load images from the scanner. It cannot be used as a stand-alone program. And must be started within an application program. It is also called a TWAIN driver (see the next page for information about TWAIN drivers). Window in the Simple Mode All you need to do is select the Image Type to scan immediately at the optimal settings. Image Type Toolbar Adjust images easily with the zoom, rotate and au
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Windows ScanGear CS-U Features • Scan with the optimal settings just by selecting the Image Type to suit your purposes in the Simple Mode • Adjust various settings, such as the color mode, resolution, color balance and brightness, in the Advanced Mode • Initiate various functions with the single press of a toolbar button • See the image clearly in the large, easy-to-see preview area Starting ScanGear CS-U Select ScanGear CS-U as a TWAIN driver from ScanGear Toolbox, PhotoStudio 2000, OmniPage Pr
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Windows ScanGear Toolbox CS ScanGear Toolbox CS is a convenient program used to scan images, copy (print), attach images to email messages or faxes, or save images in a few simple steps. ScanGear Toolbox CS Toolbar For sending scanned images to a fax program For sending scanned images to an email program For sending scanned images to a printer For saving scanned images For editing scanned images For scanning newspaper, magazine or book content as text for a word processor For scanning with fewer
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Windows ScanGear Toolbox CS Settings You can make scanning simpler by setting ScanGear Toolbox CS in the following way. This example shows PhotoStudio 2000 being used without displaying the ScanGear CS-U window. The scan can be performed simply by clicking the button on the toolbar. To Scan without Displaying the ScanGear CS-U Window 1. Click the [Settings] button on the toolbar to display the ScanGear Toolbox CS Settings dialog. 2. Click the [Custom1] tab. 3. Place a check in the [Easy Acquire]
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Macintosh Canon Plug-in Module CS-U Canon Plug-in Module CS-U is the specialized Macintosh driver that allows you to scan and load images from the scanner. It cannot be used as a stand-alone program and must be started from within an application program. It is also called a plug-in module (see the next page for information about plug-in modules). Tool Buttons Edit images easily Preview Area with the zoom, Displays the rotate, tone preview image. adjustment, auto Use it to select a tone adjustme
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Macintosh Starting Canon Plug-in Module CS-U Select Canon Plug-in Module CS-U as a plug-in from CanoScan Toolbox, PhotoStudio 2000, OmniPage SE or other plug-in-compliant application programs. Please refer to each program’s manual for the correct procedure since it varies between programs. What is a Plug-in? • A plug-in is a program that augments the functions of a plug-in compatible application program (such as CanoScan Toolbox or PhotoStudio 2000). It may be called a plug-in or plug-in module.
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Macintosh CanoScan Toolbox CanoScan Toolbox is a convenient program to scan or edit images, create or edit albums, copy (print), or attach images to faxes. When it is linked to image editing programs such as PhotoStudio 2000, you can start the application and open an image file just by dragging and dropping an image from an album onto the application icon. Starts Canon Plug-in Module CS-U Scans an image and attaches it to a fax message Scans an image and sends it to a printer Processes and saves
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Windows & Macintosh ArcSoft PhotoStudio 2000 ArcSoft PhotoStudio 2000 is an image editing program that can be used to load images from scanners and digital cameras and process them with editing, retouching tools, special effects and enhancements. Apply Special Scan Stitch Effects Starting PhotoStudio 2000 and the Driver Software Windows 1. Click the Windows [Start] button and select [Programs], [ArcSoft PhotoStudio 2000] and [PhotoStudio 2000]. PhotoStudio 2000 will start. 2. Click (Acquire ico
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Windows & Macintosh ScanSoft OmniPage ScanSoft OmniPage Pro (Windows) / SE (Macintosh) is an optical character recognition (OCR) program that converts characters scanned from a book, magazine or newspaper into text data for editing or digital transmission. After conversion, the text can be edited with word processors and similar programs. Windows Macintosh Starting OmniPage and the Driver Software Windows When you install OmniPage Pro, the Add Scanner Wizard will display. Choose the [CanoScan D
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Precautions for Scanning at High Resolutions Please note that file sizes increase almost exponentially as the resolution is raised when scanning in color mode. Scanning at high resolutions may require more time for scanning and image processing. You are recommended to avoid raising the resolution beyond the minimum requirement to scan in color mode. File Size Estimates for Scanning an A4 Size Original in Color - 75 dpi 1.6 MB - 100 dpi 2.8 MB - 150 dpi 6.3 MB - 300 dpi 25.5 MB - 600 dpi 102 MB 4
