Panasonic Multi-Function Printer Dp Mb350 Operating Instructions
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4. Scanner31 4 Scanner Scanner 4.1 Scanning from the unit (Push Scan) You can easily scan the document by using the operation panel on the unit. You can select one of the following scanning modes depending on how you intend to use the scanned image. – Viewing using Quick Image Navigator *1/Multi- Function Viewer*2 (Viewer) – Saving as a file to your computer (File) – Sending as an attached file to an email destination from your computer (Email) – Using OCR software (OCR) – Sending as an attached file to an email destination directly from this unit (Email address) – Sending to an FTP server (FTP) *1 For Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Vista users *2 For Windows 98/Windows Me users Note: L When scanning a document, we recommend using the scanner glass rather than the automatic document feeder for better results. L Do not open the document cover when scanning a document with the automatic document feeder. 4.1.1 Scan to Viewer For Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Vista users 1. Set the original (page 19). 2. {Scan } 3. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “PC”. i {Set } 4. For USB connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “USB Host”. i {Set } For LAN connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the computer to which you want to send the scanned image. i { Set } 5. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Viewer”. i { Set } 6. If necessary, change the scanning settings. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting, then press {< } or { >}. i {Set } 7. {Start } L The scanned image will be displayed in the [Quick Image Navigator ] window after scanning. Note: L To stop scanning, see page 78. L You can save the images in TIFF, JPEG, BMP or PDF for mats. L You can set the desired scan mode for scanning to your computer beforehand (feature #493 on page 71). L The scanned image will be automatically saved in the folder selected in the [Settings ] window (page 27). For Windows 98/Wi ndows Me users 1. Set the original (page 19). 2. {Scan } 3. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “PC”. i { Set } 4. For USB connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “USB Host ”. i {Set } For LAN connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the computer to which you want to send the scanned image. i { Set } 5. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Viewer”. i { Set } 6. If necessary, change the scanning settings. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting, then press {< } or { >}. i {Set } 7. {Start } L The scanned image will be displayed in the [Multi-Function Viewer ] window after scanning. However, when you select PDF as a file format, the software that is associated to open PDF file will start. Note: L To stop scanning, see page 78. L You can save the images in TIFF, JPEG, BMP or PDF for mats. L You can set the desired scan mode for scanning to your computer beforehand (feature #493 on page 71). L The scanned image will be automatically saved in the folder selected in the [Settings ] window (page 27). {Set}{V}{^}{} {Scan}{ Duplex}{ Stop}{Start}
4. Scanner 32 4.1.2 Scan to save as a file 1 Set the original (page 19). 2{Scan } 3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “PC”. i { Set } 4For USB connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “USB Host”. i {Set } For LAN connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the computer to which you want to send the scanned image. i { Set } 5Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “File”. i { Set } 6If necessary, change the scanning settings. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting, then press {< } or {> }. i {Set } 7{Start } L The scanned image will be automatically saved in the folder selected in the [Settings ] window. To change the folder, see page 27. Note: L To stop scanning, see page 78. L You can save the images in TIFF, JPEG, BMP or PDF for mats. L You can set the desired scan mode for scanning to your computer beforehand (feature #493 on page 71). 4.1.3 Scan to Email You can send the scanned image as an email attachment using email software on your computer. 1Set the original (page 19). 2{Scan } 3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “PC”. i { Set } 4For USB connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “USB Host”. i {Set } For LAN connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the computer to which you want to send the scanned image. i { Set } 5Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Email”. i { Set } 6If necessary, change the scanning settings. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting, then press {< } or {> }. i {Set } 7{Start } L The email software will automatically start and the scanned image will be attached to a new email message. Note: L To select the default email software, see page 27. L To stop scanning, see page 78. L You can save the images in TIFF, JPEG or PDF for mats. L You can set the desired scan mode for scanning to your computer beforehand (feature #493 on page 71). L The scanned image will be automatically saved in the folder selected in the [Settings ] window (page 27). 4.1.4 Scan to OCR With OCR software, you can convert an image into text data that can be edited with word processing software. Readiris OCR software can be installed when installing Multi-Function Station. 1Set the original (page 19). 2{Scan } 3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “PC”. i { Set } 4For USB connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “USB Host”. i { Set } For LAN connection: Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the computer to which you want to send the scanned image. i { Set } 5Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “OCR”. i { Set } 6If necessary, change the scanning settings. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting, then press {< } or {> }. i {Set } 7{Start } L The scanned image will be displayed in the OCR window after scanning. Note: L To stop scanning, see page 78. L You can save the images in TIFF, JPEG or BMP for mats. L For detailed instructions about OCR, select [Help ]. L You can set the desired scan mode for scanning to your computer beforehand (feature #493 on page 71). L The scanned image will be automatically saved in the folder selected in the [Settings ] window (page 27). 4.1.5 Scan to email address (LAN connection only) You can send the scanned image as an attachment without using email software. Important: L Program the email server, SMTP server settings (page 71) and the email destinations (page 71) beforehand.
4. Scanner33 1Set the original (page 19). 2{Scan } 3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Email Address ”. i {Set } 4Enter the destination email address. Using navigator key: Press {V}, {^} , {< } or {> } repeatedly to select the desired destination. Using dial keypad: 1. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Temporary Address ”. i {Set } 2. Enter the email address using the dial keypad (page 77). 5{Set } 6If necessary, change the scanning settings. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting, then press {< } or {> }. i {Set } 7{Start } L The scanned image will be sent as an email attachment directly from this unit. Note: L You can search for an email address by initial. Example: “ Lisa” 1. Perform steps 1 to 3 on “4.1.5 Scan to email address (LAN connection only)”, page 32. 2. Press {5 } repeatedly to display any name with the initial “L” (see page 77 for character entry). L To search for symbols, press {*}. 3. Press {V}, {^} , {< } or { >} repeatedly to select “ Lisa ”. L To stop the search, press {Stop }. L To stop scanning, see page 78. L You can save the images in TIFF, JPEG or PDF for mats. 4.1.6 Scan to FTP server (LAN connection only) You can send the scanned image to a folder on an FTP server. Important: L Program the FTP server settings beforehand (page 72). 1Set the original (page 19). 2{Scan } 3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “FTP Server ”. i {Set } 4Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the destination to which you want to send the scanned image. i { Set } 5If necessary, change the scanning settings. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting, then press {< } or {> }. i {Set } 6{Start } L The scanned image will be automatically saved in the selected folder on the FTP server. Note: L To stop scanning, see page 78. L You can save the images in TIFF, JPEG or PDF for mats. L To display the scanned image, download the data to your computer beforehand. 4.1.7 Scanning 2-sided originals (automatic document feeder only) You can scan 2-sided originals using the automatic document feeder. 1Before pressing {Start } to start scanning, press { Duplex }. 2Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired binding of the original. – “Long Edge ” – “Short Edge ” 3{Set } i {Start }
4. Scanner 34 4.2 Scanning from a computer (Pull Scan) Note:L When scanning a document, we recommend using the scanner glass rather than the automatic document feeder for better results. L Do not open the document cover when scanning a document with the automatic document feeder. 4.2.1 Using Multi-Function scan application By clicking an application icon, the selected application starts automatically after scanning. 1Set the original (page 19). 2Start Multi-Function Station. i [ Scan ] 3Click the desired application icon. L When you click [Custom ], the pre-programmed application starts. L To cancel scanning while the documents is being scanned, click [Cancel ]. Note: L You can change the scanning settings beforehand for each application (page 27). L When you point to an application icon, the scanning settings for that application are displayed as a tooltip. L The scanned image will be automatically saved in the folder selected in the [Settings ] window (page 27). 4.2.2 Using Viewer For Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Vista users 1. Set the original (page 19). 2. Start Multi-Function Station. 3. [Utilities ] i [Viewer] L[ Quick Image Navigator ] will appear. 4. Click the [Acquire Image to Import Folder... ] icon in the [Quick Image Navigator ] window. L The unit’s name dialog box will appear. 5. If necessary, change the scanning settings on your computer. L To preview the scanned image, click [Preview ]. You can drag the frame to specify the scanning area. If you change the scan settings, click [ Preview ] to refresh the scanned image. If you use the automatic document feeder, only the first page will be previewed. When you need to refresh the scanned image, set the document to preview again. 6. [Scan ] L If you preview the scanned image using the automatic document feeder in step 5, set the document again and click [Scan ]. L The scanned image will be displayed in the [Quick Image Navigator ] window after scanning. L To save the scanned image, select [Save As... ] from the [File ] menu. L To cancel scanning while the document is being scanned, click [Cancel ]. Note: L You can display images in applications that support TIFF, JPEG, PDF, PNG and BMP formats. L You can save images in TIFF, JPEG, BMP, PNG or PDF formats. L If the [Select... ] button is displayed in [Ta r g e t Device ], click [Select... ] to select the unit from the list, and then click [ OK]. The [Select... ] button will not be displayed when there is only one printer driver installed. L You can move, copy and delete a file or page. For Windows 98/Wi ndows Me users 1. Set the original (page 19). 2. Start Multi-Function Station. 3. [Utilities ] i [Viewer] L[ Multi-Function Viewer ] will appear. 4. Click the [Scan ] icon in the [Multi-Function Viewer ] window. L The unit’s name dialog box will appear. 5. If necessary, change the scanning settings on your computer. L To preview the scanned image, click [Preview] . You can drag the frame to specify the scanning area. If you change the scan settings, click [ Preview ] to refresh the scanned image. If you use the automatic document feeder, only the first page will be previewed. When you need to refresh the scanned image, set the document to preview again. 6. [Scan ] L If you preview the scanned image using the automatic document feeder in step 5, set the document again and click [ Scan]. L The scanned image will be displayed in the [Multi-Function Viewer ] window after scanning. L To save the scanned image, select [ Save As ...] from the [File ] menu. L To cancel scanning while the document is being scanned, click [Cancel ]. Note: L You can display images in applications that support TIFF, JPEG, PCX, DCX and BMP formats. L You can save images in TIFF, JPEG, PCX, DCX, BMP or PDF formats. L If the [Select... ] button is displayed in [Ta r g e t Device ], click [Select... ] to select the unit from the list, and then click [ OK]. The [Select... ] button will not be displayed when there is only one printer driver installed.
4. Scanner35 LYou can move, copy and delete a file or page. 4.2.3 Using other applications Multi-Function Station includes a TWAIN and WIA compliant scanner driver. You can also scan using other applications that support TWAIN or WIA scanning. For scanning example, proceed as follows: 1Set the original (page 19). 2Start an application that supports TWAIN or WIA scanning. 3For TWAIN scanning: Select [Acquire Image... ] from the [File ] menu. For WIA scanning: Select [From Scanner or Camera... ] from the [ File ] menu. L The unit’s name dialog box will appear. 4If necessary, change the scanning settings on your computer. i [Scan ] L The scanned image will be displayed in the application window after scanning. L To cancel scanning while the document is being scanned, click [Cancel ]. Note: L Scanning from WIA compliant applications is only available for Windows XP and Windows Vista, and only via a USB connection. L Depending on the application used, the appearance may differ slightly. L If the [Select... ] button is displayed in [Ta r g e t Device] when performing TWAIN scanning, click [ Select... ] to select the unit from the list, and then click [OK ]. The [Select... ] button will not be displayed when there is only one printer driver installed.
5. Copier 36 5Copier Copy 5.1 Making a copy 5.1.1 Using the scanner glass 1 If the {Copy } light is OFF, turn it ON by pressing { Copy }. 2Set the original (page 19). 3If necessary, change the copy settings according to the type of document. L To change the number of copies, see page 36. L To select the contrast, see page 36. L To select the resolution, see page 36. L To select the zoom rate, see page 36. 4{Start } L If the copy input tray prompt (feature #471 on page 68) is activated, select the desired recording paper size by pressing {< } or { >} repeatedly, then press {Start } again. L The unit will start copying. 5After you finish copying, press {Stop} to reset the settings you set in step 3. Note: L To stop copying, see page 78. L You can change the default operation mode (feature #463 on page 60) and the timer before returning to the default operation mode (feature #464 on page 60). L If the {Fax Auto Answer } light is ON, the unit can receive faxes automatically even when in the copy mode. To change the number of copies 1. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Copies”. 2. Enter the number of copies (up to 99). 3. {Set } To select the contrast Adjust this setting depending on the darkness or lightness of the document. 5 levels (low to high) are available. 1. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Contrast ”. 2. Press {< } or {> }. i {Set } Note: L You can hold the previous contrast setting (feature #462 on page 60). To select the resolution 1. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Resolution ”. 2. Press {< } or {> } repeatedly to select the desired resolution. – “Text/Photo ”: For both text and photographs. – “Text” : For text only. – “Photo ”: For photographs, shaded drawings, etc. 3. {Set } Note: L You can change the default resolution (feature #461 on page 67). To select zoom rate (enlargement / reduction) 1. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Zoom ”. 2. Press {< } or {> } repeatedly to select the zoom rate that fits the size of your document and recording paper. – “100%” – “50%” – “200%” L You can enter the desired percentage from “25%” to “400%” specifically by using the dial keys. L Additional zoom rates can be selected according to the recording paper size setting (feature #380 on page 59 or feature #382 on page 59). 3. {Set } Note: L Zoom copy is not available for the following features: – Quick ID copy feature (page 39) – Easy repeat feature (page 39) – Poster feature (page 40) {Set}{V}{^}{} {Copy} {Fax Auto Answer} {Stop} {Start} Feature #380/#382 settingAdditional zoom rate “Letter ”“ A4→Letter ” “Legal→ Letter” “A4 ”“ Letter→A4 ” “Legal→ A4” “Legal” –
5. Copier37 – N in 1 feature (page 40) – Separate N in 1 feature (page 40) – Booklet feature (page 41) L You can hold the previous zoom setting (feature #468 on page 67). L When using the scanner glass, the unit will only enlarge the right top corner of the document starting from the m mark on the unit. L When using the automatic document feeder, the unit will only enlarge the center of the upper part of the document. To make an enlarged copy of the bottom of the document, tu rn the document around, and then make a copy. Example: 150 % enlarged copy Using the scanner glass ( 1): Using the automati c document feeder: Example: 70 % reduced copy Using the scanner glass ( 1): Using the automati c document feeder:5.1.2 Using the automatic document feeder 1 If the {Copy } light is OFF, turn it ON by pressing { Copy }. 2Set the original (page 20). 3If necessary, change the copy settings according to the type of document. L To change the number of copies, see page 36. L To select the contrast, see page 36. L To select the resolution, see page 36. L To select the zoom rate, see page 36. 4{Start } L If the copy input tray prompt (feature #471 on page 68) is activated, select the desired recording paper size by pressing {< } or {> } repeatedly, then press {Start } again. L The unit will start copying. 5After you finish copying, press {Stop } to reset the settings you set in step 3. Note: L To stop copying, see page 78. Original document Enlarged copy Original document Enlarged copy Original document Reduced copy Original document Reduced copy 1 1 {Start}{Copy}{Stop} {}
5. Copier 38 5.2 More copying features LMake sure that the {Copy } light is ON. 5.2.1 Collate copy The unit can collate multiple copies in the same order as the original document pages. 1Set the original (page 19). 2Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Copies”. 3Enter the number of copies (up to 99). i {Set } 4{Advance } 5Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Collate”. 6Press {< } or {> } repeatedly to select “On”. i { Set } i {Advance } 7When using the scanner glass: 1.{Start } L The unit will scan 1 page. 2. Place the next document on the scanner glass and press { Set}. Repeat this until you have scanned all pages, and then press {Start }. L The unit will start copying. When using the automa tic document feeder: { Start } 8After you finish copying, press {Stop} to reset this feature. Example: Making 2 copies of a 4-page original document Note: L The unit will store the documents into memory while collating the copies. If t he memory becomes full while storing, the unit will only print out the stored pages. L You can hold the previous collate setting (feature #469 on page 67). Proof set feature To make 1 set of a collated copy first, press {< } or {> } repeatedly to display “Proof Set” (step 6 on “5.2.1 Collate copy”, page 38). The unit will make 1 set of a collated copy and stop temporarily so you can check whether the copy was made as you expected. If the copy is correct, press {Start } to continue copying. If the copy is not correct, press {Stop } and start again from the beginning. 5.2.2 Duplex feature The following types of copies are available: – 1-sided originals to 2-sided copies – 2-sided originals to 1-sided copies using the automatic document feeder – 2-sided originals to 2-sided copies using the automatic document feeder You then need to select the binding for originals and/or copies. – Long edge – Short edge L A4, letter or legal size recording paper (plain and thin) can be used. L Duplex copy is not available for the quick ID copy feature (page 39), easy repeat feature (page 39) or poster feature (page 40). To make 1-sided origin als into 2-sided copies 1. Set the original (page 19). 2. Press {Duplex }, and press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “1-Side/2-Side ”. i {Set } 3. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired binding setting for copies. – “→ Long Edge ” – “→ Short Edge ” 4. {Set } 5. If necessary, enter the number of copies (page 36). Collated pages Uncollated pages 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1
5. Copier39 LOther copy settings are also available. See page 36 for details. 6. When using the scanner glass: 1. {Start } L The unit will scan 1 page. 2. Place the next document on the scanner glass and press {Set }. L The unit will start copying. When using the automatic document feeder: { Start } 7. After you finish copying, press {Stop } to reset this feature. Note: L You can save the previous duplex setting (feature #470 on page 67). To make 2-sided original s into 1-sided copies (automatic document feeder only) 1. Set the original (page 20). 2. Press {Duplex }, and press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “2-Side/1-Side ”. i { Set } 3. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the type of originals. – “Long Edge →” – “Short Edge →” 4. {Set } 5. If necessary, enter the number of copies (page 36). L Other copy settings are also available. See page 36 for details. 6. {Start } 7. After you finish copying, press {Stop } to reset this feature. To make 2-sided original s into 2-sided copies (automatic document feeder only) 1. Set the original (page 20). 2. Press {Duplex }, and press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “2-Side/2-Side ”. i { Set } 3. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting for originals and copies. – “Long → Long Edge ”: For long edge originals to long edge copies – “Long → Short Edge ”: For long edge originals to short edge copies – “Short → Long Edge ”: For short edge originals to long edge copies – “Short → Short Edge ”: For short edge originals to short edge copies 4. {Set } 5. If necessary, enter the number of copies (page 36). L Other copy settings are also available. See page 36 for details. 6. {Start } 7. After you finish copying, press {Stop } to reset this feature. Note: L You can save the previous duplex setting (feature #470 on page 67). 5.2.3 Quick ID copy feature / Easy repeat feature (Scanner glass only) Quick ID copy feature: To copy 2-sided documents onto one page. Easy repeat feature: To copy a single document repeatedly onto one page. Note: L The copied documents will not be reduced to fit the recording paper, and useful for copying small sized documents such as business cards. 1Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Page Layout ”. i {< }/{ > } 2Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Quick ID Copy” or “Easy Repeat ”. i {Set } 3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired page layout. Quick ID copy feature: – “2 in 1 (Landscape) ” – “2 in 1 (Portrait) ” – “4 in 1 (Landscape) ” – “4 in 1 (Portrait) ” – “8 in 1 (Landscape) ” – “8 in 1 (Portrait) ” Easy repeat feature: – “2 in 1 ” – “4 in 1 ” – “8 in 1 ” 4Set the original (page 19). L To make a landscape copy, set the original in landscape direction. To make a portrait copy, set the original in portrait direction. L The scanning area changes according to the selected setting in step 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 5{Set } 6If necessary, enter the num ber of copies (page 36).
5. Copier 40 LOther copy settings are also available. See page 36 for details. 7Quick ID copy feature: 1. {Start } L The unit will scan 1 page. 2. Place the next document on the scanner glass and press { Set}. Repeat this until all the documents are scanned. L The unit will start copying. L You can press {Start } anytime to start copying. Easy repeat feature: { Start } 8After you finish copying, press {Stop} to reset this feature. Note: L You can save the previous page layout setting (feature #467 on page 67). 5.2.4 Poster feature (Scanner glass only) You can make copies divided into 4 ( “2× 2”) or 9 ( “3× 3”) sections to make enlarged copies of the individual sections. You can then glue them together to make a poster. 1Set the original (page 19). 2Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Page Layout ”. i {< }/{ > } 3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Poster”. i { Set } 4Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “2×2” or “3× 3”. i {Set } 5If necessary, enter the number of copies (page 36). L Other copy settings are also available. See page 36 for details. 6{Start } 7After you finish copying, press {Stop} to reset this feature. Note: L You can save the previous page layout setting (feature #467 on page 67). 5.2.5 N in 1 feature You can save paper by copying 2, 4 or 8 pages onto 1 page. The documents will be reduced to fit the recording paper. 1Set the original (page 19). L To make a portrait copy, set the original in portrait direction. To make a landscape copy, set the original in landscape direction. 2Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Page Layout ”. i {< }/{ > } 3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “N in 1”. i { Set } 4Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired page layout. – “2 in 1 (Portrait) ” – “2 in 1 (Landscape) ” – “4 in 1 (Portrait) ” – “4 in 1 (Landscape) ” – “8 in 1 (Portrait) ” – “8 in 1 (Landscape) ” 5{Set } 6If necessary, enter the num ber of copies (page 36). L Other copy settings are also available. See page 36 for details. 7When using the scanner glass: 1. {Start } L The unit will scan 1 page. 2. Place the next document on the scanner glass and press {Set }. Repeat this until all the documents are scanned. L The unit will start copying. L You can press {Start } anytime to start copying. When using the automa tic document feeder: { Start } 8After you finish copying, press {Stop } to reset this feature. Note: L You can save the previous page layout setting (feature #467 on page 67). Separate N in 1 feature (Scanner glass only) You can separate an N in 1 copied document back into its original, separate pages. This feature is available for documents created using the “2 in 1” and “4 in 1 ” settings. 1. Set the original (page 19). 2. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Page Layout ”. i {< }/{ > } 3. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Separate N in 1 ”. i { Set } 4. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired page layout. – “2 in 1 (Portrait) ” – “2 in 1 (Landscape) ” – “4 in 1 (Portrait) ” – “4 in 1 (Landscape) ” 5. {Set } 6. If necessary, enter the number of copies (page 36). L Other copy settings are also available. See page 36 for details. 7. {Start }