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Model FB935
ImageReader ScanPro
Color Flatbed Scanner
User's Manual
Version 1.0
© Info Peripherals, Inc. 1997
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Trademarks Microsoft is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corpora- tion. Windows and MS-DOS are trademarks of Microsoft Corpora- tion. IBM, PC, AT, XT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corp. Other brands and product names herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Copyright All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be repro- duced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language
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FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential instal- lation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. H
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Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION...........................................................1-1 2. SCANNER INSTALLATION........................................2-1 2.1 PRECAUTIONS 2-1 2.2 CONNECTING THE CABLE 2-2 2.3 AUTO INSTALLATION 2-3 3. USING YOUR SCANNER.............................................3-1 3.1 TWAIN SETTINGS.............................................3-1 3.2 SCANNER OPERATION AND DOCUMENT PRINTING .........................................................3-5 3.3 DOCUMENT PLACEME
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Chapter 1 1-1 Introduction Welcome Thank you for purchasing an Info ImageReader Scanner. This product is the result of our efforts to develop high technology computer peripherals that are easy to use, affordably priced, and that enhance your computing experience. The FB9 is designed in an exact A4 size and less weight in an aim to save the most space possible while maintaining the highest quality scanning results as well as quality optical resolution at 300 x 600 dpi. Using this manual This manu
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address for return contact. We maintain a BBS at (408) 538- 2580 that contains the latest updates to our software, as well as a web site at www.infoconnection.com, and fax on demand system at (408) 538-2585. What is TWAIN? TWAIN is the interface that links the scanner with scanning software applications. TWAIN is an industry standard that enables you to use the ImageReader with any TWAIN-compli- ant software application. With the introduction of Windows 95, the TWAIN specification has been overh
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Scanning software generally falls into two groups, Graphics (image editing), or OCR (Optical Character Recognition). Each type has specific features designed to address the technical challenges faced in the scanning of graphics or of text. Graphics software provides the user with image editing tools for performing extensive modifications to art, photographs, or other continuous tone images. While having the ability to scan text, unlike OCR software it is not designed to specifically identify ind
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1-2 System Requirements System requirements are largely dependent on the “work” performed. By work, we are referring to the task or operation performed using the scanner in conjunction with application software. 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, especi
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1-3 Scanner Contents Please check that your scanner package contains all the following items. If there are any missing or damaged parts, please contact your nearest dealer immediately for replace- ment or repair. 1. Power Adapter 2. Cushion 3. Manual, Driver Kit, CD 4. D25P Cable, etc 5. Scanner 6. Carton 1-5
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Chapter 2 Scanner Installation 2.1 Precautions • Keep the scanner out of direct sunlight. Direct expo- sure to the sun or excessive heat may cause damage to the unit. • Do not install the scanner in a humid or dusty place. • Be sure to use the proper AC power source. • Place the scanner securely on an even, flat surface. Tilted or uneven surfaces may cause mechanical or paper-feeding problems. • Retain the scanner box and packing materials for shipping purposes. 2-1
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2.2 Connecting the Cable Connect the power cable and signal cable as shown below. Figure 2-2 ImageReader ScanPro scanner cable connection 1. Scanner 2. Power Supply 3. Scanner Interface Cable 4. PC Parallel Port 5. Your Printer Cable 2-2
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2.3 Auto-Installation Program The FB9 scanner software installation is automatic and will detect if you are running a Win 95 or Win 3.1 platform and install one of the included software programs accordingly. Installation procedures of FB9 Scanner driver with Info Pe- ripherals Auto-installation Program are as follows: 1. Insert the System Software CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. The installation should begin automatically, if not: Win 95 users select Start > Run Win 3.1x users select
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Fig. 2.1 Fig. 2.2 2-4
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Chapter 3 Using Your Scanner When using your ImageReader ScanPro scanner with any application program, all scans will be performed using the TWAIN interface (except when using the Touchscan - two button feature). The TWAIN interface is a screen that allows you to tell the scanner what settings or scanning modes you would like to use for each scan. The following chapter de- scribes each of the TWAIN scanning options available when using your ImageReader ScanPro. FB9 TWAIN user interface: 16 15
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3.1 TWAIN Settings The FB9 TWAIN interface allows you to make numerous adjustments to the scan settings and then preview the scanned image before performing your final scan. Please note: Resolution settings are only applied to final scan, pre- view scans are performed at a default resolution setting of 72 dots per inch (dpi). The following section describes the options available in the TWAIN interface. Please refer to figure 4.1 when reading these descriptions. 1. Basic scan settings Prompts
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resolution has a direct impact on the scanned image resolution settings for your scanning task (refer to the scanning software User Guide for reccommended resolution settings). 6. Preview Performs a “prescan” allowing user to preview scanned image for any neccessary adjustment to scanning size before performing final scan. 7. Scan Performs final scan in which image is captured and transferred from the TWAIN interface to TWAIN com- pliant application being used. 8. Close Exits the TWAIN interf
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13. Paper size Allows user to select from a set of predefined paper sizes representing the size of the document to be scanned: 2” x 3”, 3” x 5”, 4” x 6”, maximum size and custom size - in which user can define their own scanning size. 14. Zoom - Out Allows user to zoom out (view larger area) of pre- viewed image. 15. Zoom - in Allows user to zoom in (magnify) a previewed image. Zoom does not effect final scan. 16. Frame Prompts frame dialog box in which user can adjust the scanning size. Ti
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3.2 Scanner Operation & Document Printing Scanning Images from within any Application (TWAIN) 1. Open your TWAIN compliant application and choose Select Source from the File menu. If the Select Source menu options are not available from the File menu, see the user guide of your application to learn how the TWAIN link is used. 2. A dialog box appears containing the different TWAIN sources that you can choose from to bring an image into your application. 3. If you are scanning from a 16-bit ap
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3.3 Document Placement As shown in Figure 3-2, place the document on the glass with the text facing away from you. Figure 3-2 Document Placement 1. Document Cover 2. Document Pad 3. Reference Frame 4. Glass 5. Document Board 6. Document 6. From the File menu, select Acquire. 7. FB9 TWAIN user interface will pop up on the screen. Click on the Preview (preview allows your to make adjustments to the scan area prior to final scan) or Scan button to scan the image. 3-6
