Canon scanner CanoScan D2400UF User Manual
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Canon Color Image Scanner CanoScan D1230U/D2400U Product Guide
2 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 targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, copiers, scanners and multifunction systems. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. Use of a shielded cable with the ferrite core provided with the scanner is necessary to comply with the technical requirements of the EMC Directive. Warning When you use this product, you should pay attention to the following legal issues: ¥ Scanning of certain documents, such as bank notes (bank bills), government bonds and public certificates, may be prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil liability. ¥ You may be required under law to obtain authorization from a person possessing copyrights or other legal rights to the item being scanned. If you are uncertain of the legality of scanning any particular item, you should consult your legal adviser in advance. ¥ CanoScan, ScanGear and Canon Plug-in Module are trademarks of Canon Inc. ¥ Adobe ¨, Acrobat¨ and Photoshop¨ are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. ¥ Macintosh, Power Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. ¥ iMac is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. ¥ Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. ¥ OmniPage Pro and OmniPage SE are trademarks of ScanSoft, Inc. ¥ Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright © 2001 Canon Inc. All rights reserved.
3 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 Windows ScanGear CS-U .......................................................................... 11 ScanGear Toolbox .................................................................... 13 Adobe Photoshop LE ............................................................... 19 ArcSoft PhotoBase ................................................................... 20 ScanSoft OmniPage Pro ........................................................... 21 Canon PhotoRecord ................................................................. 22 Software for Macintosh Canon Plug-in Module CS-U .................................................... 16 CanoScan Toolbox .................................................................... 18 Adobe Photoshop LE ............................................................... 19 ArcSoft PhotoBase ................................................................... 20 ScanSoft OmniPage SE ............................................................. 21 Canon Image Browser .............................................................. 22 Precautions for Scanning at High Resolutions ............................................ 23 Customer Support Help Desk ........................................................................................... 24
4 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 ................................................................................... 9
5 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 these cautions. About Locations WARNING ¥ Do not place the equipment near flammable liquids such as alcohol or thinners. If the internal electrical parts come in contact with flammable liquids, fire or electrical shock may result. ¥ Do not place the following objects on top of the equipment. If the internal electrical parts come in contact with these objects, fire or electrical shock may result. - metallic objects, such as necklaces - containers with liquid, such as cups, vases and flower pots ¥ Do not place the equipment on shaky stands, unstable surfaces or surfaces subject to frequent vibrations. If the equipment falls, it may cause injuries. ¥ Do not place heavy objects on the equipment. Objects may fall and cause injuries. About the Power Supply WARNING ¥ Do not damage, mutilate or modify the AC adapter. Do not place heavy objects on, pull or excessively bend the cord of the AC adapter. Damaged wires may cause fire or electrical shock. ¥ Do not plug in/unplug the AC adapter with wet hands. Fire or electrical shock may result. ¥ Do not connect excessive numbers of plugs into one electrical outlet. Fire or electrical shock may result. ¥ Do not twist or tie the AC adapter together. Fire or electrical shock may result. ¥ Always plug the AC adapter in all the way. If it is not plugged in completely, fire or electrical shock may result. ¥ Do not use AC adapters other than the one supplied. Fire or electrical shock may result. ¥ As a rule, do not use electrical extension cords. Fire or electrical shock may result. If the use of an extension cord is necessary, do not use one longer than 5 m (15 feet). Make sure that the extension cord is not twisted, and that the AC adapter is fully plugged into the extension cord. Do not use multiple extension cords. ¥ Do not use extension cords in corridors or other high traffic areas where they can be stepped on or tripped over. This could damage the cords and result in fire or electrical shock. ¥ Do not use the AC adapter outdoors or in exposed areas.
6 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 AC adapterÕs metal pins to ensure that all dust is removed. If dust accumulates in this area, it may result in fire. General Handling Precautions WARNING ¥ Do not take apart or modify the equipment. Fire or electrical shock may result from improper handling of its components. ¥ If you hear unusual noises, see smoke, feel excessive heat or smell anything unusual, immediately unplug the AC adapter and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Continued use may result in fire or electrical shock. ¥ Do not use flammable sprays near this equipment. Also do not spill water, liquids, or flammable liquids on the equipment. If these fluids enter this equipment and contact the electrical parts, fire or electrical shock may result. If anything enters the equipment, immediately unplug the AC adapter and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Support Help Desk. ¥ When cleaning the equipment, always unplug the AC adapter. Otherwise, fire or electrical shock may result. ¥ When cleaning the equipment, use a water-moistened cloth that is well wrung out. Do not use flammable liquids, such as alcohol, benzene or thinners. If a flammable liquid enters the inner electrical parts, fire or electrical shock may result. CAUTION ¥ Carefully close the document cover in order not to pinch your hands. ¥ Do not press heavily on the document cover. The document glass may break and injure you. ¥ When not in use for extended periods, such as long weekends, unplug the AC adapter for safety. ¥ When transporting the equipment, be extremely careful. Dropping it could cause an injury. ¥ Wait until the equipment has cooled before placing a cover over it. Otherwise fire may result. ¥ Do not use the supplied CD-ROM in regular CD players. It produces excessively loud sound that may cause hearing damage.
7 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) ¥ Set up the scanner so that the cable reaches from the scanner to the electrical outlet. ¥ Do not set up in areas where there is an excessive fluctuation in temperature. Also do not move the equipment from low temperature areas to hight temperature areas. Condensation may cause image errors. Leave the scanner enough time to gradually adapt to the new conditions before use. ¥ Do not use the scanner in areas subject to direct sunlight. The humidity may rise inside the equipment and cause damage or decrease image quality. If you have to use the scanner in direct sunlight, make sure to use a thick curtain to block the light. Approx. 10 cm (4 in)Approx. 20 cm (8 in) Approx. 10 cm (4 in)
8 Before Transporting the Scanner Always lock the scanning unit by pushing the lock switch toward the lock mark before moving or transporting the scanner. aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 1. Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and detach the USB cable from the computer. aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 2. Confirm the position of the scanning unit. Open the document cover, and confirm that the scanning unit is at the back of the scanner. If it has not returned, follow the procedures below to return the scanning unit to the home position. 1 Ensure that there are no items on the document glass (platen). 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Close the document cover, connect the AC adapter to the electrical outlet, and connect the USB cable to the computer. 4 Start ScanGear CS-U (Windows)/Canon Plug-in Module CS-U (Macintosh), and click the [Preview] button. 5 Confirm that the scanning unit has completely returned to the back of the scanner. 6 Disconnect the AC adapter and USB cable. Scanning Unit Confirm that the scanning unit is in this position aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 3. Lock the scanning unit by pushing the lock switch toward the lock mark ( ). Lock Switch Locked ¥ Carrying or transporting the scanner without locking the scanning unit may damage it. Be particularly careful to lock the scanning unit when transporting the scanner in a vehicle.
9 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. aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 1. Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and detach the USB cable from the computer. aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 2. When cleaning the document cover or document glass, dampen a clean, soft cloth with water and wring the cloth well. Use the well-wrung cloth to gently remove dirt and dust. Then, thoroughly remove any moisture or water vapor with a soft, dry cloth. Be particularly careful to remove any traces of dirt or liquid when wiping the document glass. ¥ Moisture left on the document glass or cover may damage photographs and other documents as well as produce poor results. ¥ Do not dampen the connectors, ports or other metallic components on the scannerÕs back panel. Immediately remove any moisture that contacts these components by wiping them with a dry cloth. ¥ Do not use a sodden cloth or apply a liquid directly to any portion of the scanner. Any moisture that enters the interior, the underside of the document glass or the sensors may degrade image quality and lead to malfunctions. ¥ Never use substances containing alcohol, thinners or benzene on the equipment. Use of these substances may deform, discolor or dissolve the casing. Outer Casing Document Glass Document Cover Never use substances containing alcohol, thinners or benzene to clean the equipment.
10 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 .................................................................... 13 Adobe Photoshop LE ............................................................... 19 ArcSoft PhotoBase ................................................................... 20 ScanSoft OmniPage Pro ........................................................... 21 Canon PhotoRecord ................................................................. 22 Software for Macintosh Canon Plug-in Module CS-U .................................................... 16 CanoScan Toolbox .................................................................... 18 Adobe Photoshop LE ............................................................... 19 ArcSoft PhotoBase ................................................................... 20 ScanSoft OmniPage SE ............................................................. 21 Canon Image Browser .............................................................. 22 Precautions for Scanning at High Resolutions ............................................ 23