Canon scanner imageFORMULA CR50 User Manual

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Power Supply
 Connect only to a power outlet of the rated voltage and power supply 
frequency (either 120V, 60 Hz or 220-240V, 50/60 Hz, depending on 
your region).
 Make sure that the scanner is connected to an independent power 
outlet. Do not plug the scanner into an outlet shared with another 
device. If you use an extension cord, make sure that the extension 
cord is rated for the current requirements of the scanner.
 If you are unsure of anything relating to the power supply, contact 
your local authorized Canon dealer or service representative for 
further information.
 Never place an object on top of the power cord or step on the power 
cord.
 Never bundle the power cord or wrap the cord around an object, 
such as a table leg.
 Do not tug on the power cord. When you remove the power cord, grip 
it by the power plug head.
 Keep the area around the power outlet free of obstacles.
 Connect only to a power outlet of the rated voltage and power supply 
frequency (either 120V, 60 Hz or 220-240V, 50/60 Hz, depending on 
your region).
 Do not connect to power outlets with other electrical devices. Also, 
when using an extension cord, make sure that the extension cord is 
rated for the current requirements of the scanner.
 Disassembling and/or reassembling the AC adapter is extremely 
dangerous and should not be attempted under any circumstances.
 Do not place heavy objects on the AC adapter or power cord. Do not 
place the adapter or cords in an area where they are likely to be 
stepped on.
 Do not use the power cord while it is bundled.
 Never pull directly on the power cord. To remove the plug from the 
outlet, grasp the plug directly and remove it from the outlet. Keep the area around the power plug clear of articles so that the 
power plug can be disconnected in an emergency.
 Use only the AC adapter provided with the product. Do not use the 
scanner’s AC adapter with any other product.
 If you have any questions about the AC adapter, contact your local 
authorized Canon dealer or service representative for further 
information.
Moving the Scanner
When you move the CR-50/80, hold it firmly with both hands and carry 
it carefully. Do not hold the scanner by the Eject Stopper. The scanner 
weighs approximately 2 kg (4.4 lb).
WARNING
When moving the scanner, be sure to turn OFF the power and 
remove any cables. If the cables are not removed before moving 
the scanner, you may damage the plugs or connector by forcibly 
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Introduction to the CR-50/80
This chapter describes the features of the CR-50/80 scanner, what 
comes packaged in the box, and the names and functions of parts on 
the scanner.
The Canon Check Reader CR-50/80 is a scanner with magnetic heads 
that can read checks and other documents that are printed with MICR 
(Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) compatible fonts, and is capable 
of OCR (Optical Character Recognition).
Features
High-Speed ScanningThe CR-50 performs high-speed scans of check-size documents at 
50 cpm (200 dpi resolution).
The CR-80 performs high-speed scans of check-size documents at 
80 cpm (200 dpi resolution).
Supports Large DocumentsDocuments up to 108 mm x 228 mm (4.3 x 9.0) can be scanned.
Compact Size140 mm (W) x 223 mm (D) x 188 mm (H) (5.5 (W) x 8.8 (D) x 7.4 (H))
Supports Color, Black-and-White (Binary) and Grayscale 
Output
Reads MICR Characters
A magnetic head is used to scan MICR characters that have been 
printed with magnetic ink or toner.
Supports OCR (Optical Character Recognition)Character images, such as E13B, OCR-A, OCR-B, and check writer are 
recognized as characters by the OCR function.
Easy to MaintainMaintenance Covers make handling paper jams and cleaning easy.
Paper Thickness Adjustment MechanismAdjust the Separation Roller gap to the thickness of the paper being 
fed.
Infrared Double Feed Detection (Scanning Utility for CR-
50/80)
The scanner detects double-fed documents using infrared sensor.
Imprinter Is Standard EquipmentAn imprinter mechanism, which prints text on documents as they are 
scanned, comes standard equipped with the scanner. The imprinter’s 
ink cartridge is not included, and must be purchased separately. (See 
“About the Ink Cartridge,” on p. 24.)
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Make sure that you have everything shown below. Check every item 
you have removed from the box. If any items are missing, contact your 
local authorized Canon dealer.
NOTE
Items included in this package may change without any notice.
Packaging: What Is in the Box?
CR-50/80Setup Disc
Power Cord
*1
Warranty Card*2
USB Cable
User Registration Card
*2
*1 The power cord varies, according to the country of purchase.
*2 For the United States and Canada only.
Installation Guide
Operation & Maintenance Guide
AC AdapterMarking Labels 
for Thickness 
Adjustment Dial 
						

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This section describes the names and functions of each part. Before you connect the CR-50/80, familiarize yourself with its parts and their functions.
Front View
Part Names
Document Eject Opening
Paper Thickness Adjustment Dial
Adjust the gap between the separation roller and 
feeding roller to the thickness of the paper being fed. 
(See “Adjusting the Separation Roller Gap,” on 
p. 52.) Imprinter Cover
Maintenance Cover
Open this cover to clear paper jams or 
clean the scanner. Document Feed Opening
Power Indicator
Lights blue when the power is turned ON. 
(See “Turning ON the Power,” on p. 22.) Eject Stopper
Adjust to match the length of the document. 
(See “Placing Documents,” on p. 35.)
Document Feed Tray
Pull out to load documents. 
(See “Placing Documents,” on p. 35.) 
						

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Ink Cartridge
The ink cartridge is not included, and must 
be purchased separately. 
(See “About the Ink Cartridge,” on p. 24.)
Print Position 
Adjustment Lever
Adjusts the print 
position. 
(See “Setting the Ink 
Cartridge and 
Adjusting the Print 
Position,” on p. 24.)
Lock Lever
Locks the ink cartridge in place.Ink Absorber
Absorbs any ink that 
leaks out of the ink 
cartridge.
Magnetic Head for 
MICR
Reads MICR text 
printed in magnetic 
ink. (See “Cleaning the 
Magnetic Heads,” on 
p. 48.)
Separation Roller
Separates a stack of documents into single sheets one by one. 
(See “Adjusting the Separation Roller Gap,” on p. 52.)
Feeding Roller
Feeds the document. 
						

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Rear View
CAUTION
To avoid overheating and causing a fire, never block the air vents on the 
back of the scanner.
Connectors/Power Switch
Units: millimeters (units in parenthesis are inches)
Reading Unit 
(Access Hatch)
Open to clear paper jams 
or clean the scanner. 
(See “Clearing Paper 
Jams,” on p. 40.)
Connectors/
Power Switch
Power Switch
Turns the 
scanner power 
ON or OFF. 
(See “Turning 
ON and OFF 
the Power,” on 
p. 22.)Power 
Connector
Connect the included AC 
adapter plug. 
(See “Connecting the 
Power Cord,” on p. 22.)USB Connector
Connect a Hi-Speed USB 
2.0 compliant USB cable. 
(See “USB Connections,” 
on p. 21.)
Exterior Dimensions
140 mm (5.5)
188 mm (7.4)
144 mm (5.7) 223 mm (8.8) 
						

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Preparation Before Use
This chapter describes how to prepare the scanner to scan 
documents.
Perform the following steps to set up the CR-50/80. Refer to the section 
for each step for details about that step.
ACheck your operating environment. (See “Checking Your 
Operating Environment,” on p. 18.)
BInstall the software. (See “Installing the Software,” on 
p. 19.)
Install the Scanning Utility provided with the CR-50/80.
CConnect the scanner to a computer. (See “Connecting 
the Scanner to a Computer,” on p. 21.)
DTurn ON the power. (See “Turning ON the Power,” on 
p. 22.)
EAutomatically installing the device driver. (See p. 23.)The device driver is installed automatically when Windows 
recognizes the CR-50/80.
IMPORTANT
•To have the device drivers installed automatically when the computer 
recognizes the CR-50/80, the software needs to be installed before the 
CR-50/80 is connected to the computer.
If you connect the computer and turn ON the CR-50/80 before installing the 
software, the following wizard screen appears. If this happens, click 
[Cancel], turn OFF the CR-50/80, and then install the software.
The following wizard screen is an example in Windows 7. When a similar 
wizard screen appears in Windows XP/Vista, click [Cancel]. Setting Up the Scanner
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The following computer system requirements are recommended for 
using the CR-50/80.
Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows XP (32bit) SP3 or later
 Microsoft Windows XP (64bit) SP2 or later
 Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64bit) SP1 or later
 Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64bit)
Specifications: CPU: Intel Core2 Duo 1.8 GHz or faster
 Memory: 1 GB or more
 USB 2.0 interface
Interface Cable Use the cable provided or a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface cable to 
connect to the computer’s USB port.
Precautions for Use in 64-bit Operating Systems The ISIS/TWAIN driver supplied with this product supports scanning 
with 32-bit applications only.
 Even with 32-bit applications, not all ISIS/TWAIN compliant 
applications are guaranteed to operate.
 Scanning speed may vary depending on the specifications of your 
computer.
IMPORTANT
If you use the USB interface that was provided as standard with your 
computer:
Use the most recently available USB 2.0 driver provided by Microsoft. 
Contact your local authorized Canon dealer for more detailed 
information.
Not all USB interfaces provided as standard with personal computers 
are guaranteed. Contact your local authorized Canon dealer for more 
detailed information.
Scanning speeds are slower if your computer’s standard USB interface 
is USB 1.1.
You should use the USB cable originally bundled with the scanner or a 
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 compatible cable.
If the CPU, memory, interface card, and other specifications do not satisfy 
the installation requirements, the scanning speed may be greatly reduced 
and transmission may take longer.
Even if the computer satisfies the recommended specifications, the 
scanning speed may vary, depending on the scan settings.Checking Your Operating Environment 
						

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The following software application is provided on the setup disc that is 
packaged with the scanner. Make sure to open and read the 
Readme.txt file on the setup disc before installing the software.
Scanning UtilityCanon Scanning Utility is an application that provides scanning, file 
saving, image viewing, printing, and various other functions. A 
dedicated scanner driver is installed after you install the utility 
software.
IMPORTANT
The Scanning Utility includes a device driver so that Windows can 
recognize the CR-50/80. Be sure to install the Scanning Utility before 
connecting the CR-50/80 to the computer.
Some functions mentioned in this manual may not be operated in some 
applications.
Installing the Scanning Utility
Follow the instructions below to install the Scanning Utility and the 
dedicated driver.
NOTE
The dedicated scanner driver is installed after the Scanning Utility has been 
installed.
ATurn ON your computer, and log on to Windows.
IMPORTANT
Be sure to log on as the Administrator.
BInsert the setup disc into the disk drive.This manual assumes that “D” is assigned to your disk drive.
CClick [Start], and then click [All Programs].The procedure in Windows XP is different from the ones 
described in this manual. Refer to the Windows XP “Help and 
Support Center” to select [Run].
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DClick [Accessories], and then click [Run].
EEnter “D:\SU80\setup.exe” in the [Open] fields, and then click 
[OK].
Installation starts.
FFollow the instructions on the screen to complete the 
installation.
IMPORTANT
The computer may need to be restarted, after the installation, depending on 
the operating system. If this is necessary, make sure to restart the computer.
NOTE
Installing the scanning utility will put the [Scanning Utility for CR-50&80] icon 
on your Windows Start menu. (See “How to Use the Scanning Utility,” on 
p. 28.)