PowerLook 1100 Color Scanner Operation Manual 1 Thank you for purchasing the PowerLook 1100 color scanner. With PowerLook 1100 color scanner, you can easily scan documents and photographs into your computer and maintain them as electronic copies. Main Features: · High Resolution and Density Range: With a resolution of up to 9600 dpi and high density range, it produces better gamma transformation, and a more accurate detection of highlight and shadow details, thereby allowing even distribution of colors. High Scanning Speed, Low Acoustic Noise: The scanner's micro stepping technology greatly increases scanning speed and at the same time reduces noise level. Intelligent Scanning Control Interface called MagicScan: MagicScan provides a comprehensive range of scanning control functions. Completing the package are the bundled award-winning and proven software packages such as binuscan PhotoPerfect. Transparency Adapter: Allows the scanning of films, slides, and transparencies up to the full-size scanning area: 8.5" x 10". Proprietary Image Noise Reduction: Your scanner uses a sealed optical system design that blocks dust particles and excess reflections from penetrating the optical unit, thereby overcoming image and optical noise and ensuring sharp, true-life images. · · · · System Requirements: For PC users: Pentium or higher, CD-ROM drive, hard drive with 50MB free disk space, 64MB memory, Microsoft Windows 98 SE (Second Edition), Windows 2000, Windows-compatible keyboard, display, and mouse. Recommended: SVGA or higher graphics card. For Mac users: Power Macintosh, New Power Mac G3, G4 with built-in FireWire® port, CD-ROM drive, hard drive with 50MB free disk space, 64MB memory, higher, FireWire Extension 2.1 or higher. Important Safeguards · · · · · · · · · · Read all of the instructions. Save these instructions for later use. Follow all warning and instructions marked on the product. When replacement parts are required, be sure that service technicians have used replacement parts that conform to at least the same safety standards with regard to fire, electric shock, or other hazards. Do not use this product near water or in rainy/moist environment Do not place the scanner on an uneven surface which may cause serious damage to the product. The product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marketing label. Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing the enclosure may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. This unit has input circuitry suitable for a 100~240VAC supply. The sound level at the operators position according to IEC 704-1:1982 should be less than or equal to 70dB(A). 2 Contents Quick Start Guide.........................................................................................................4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Unpack your Scanner...............................................................................................4 Unlock your Scanner...............................................................................................4 Connect the FireWire (IEEE 1394) Cable.......................................................................4 Connect the Power..................................................................................................4 Power Up............................................................................................................4 Software Installation................................................................................................4 Chapter 1. Getting Started.............................................................................................5 Before You Begin.......................................................................................................5 Unpack Your Scanner.........................................................................................................5 Static Electricity Precautions...............................................................................................5 A Glance at Your Scanner.............................................................................................5 Prepare the Scanner......................................................................................................6 Unlock the Optical Assembly of the Scanner...........................................................................6 Test the Scanner................................................................................................................7 Care and Maintenance Tips.............................................................................................7 Chapter 2. Macintosh Installation....................................................................................8 Connect the Scanner to Your Computer..............................................................................8 Installing the Software..................................................................................................8 Chapter 3. PC Installation.............................................................................................9 Installing the Software..................................................................................................9 IEEE 1394 Interface Card Installation................................................................................9 Connect the Scanner to the Computer...............................................................................10 Chapter 4. How to Use Frame Holder..............................................................................11 How to Scan with scan Frames.......................................................................................11 Multiple Scanning Using the A4/35mm Slide Tray..................................................................11 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Tips....................................................................................13 General Approach......................................................................................................13 LED Indicators..........................................................................................................14 Appendix A: Scanner Specifications................................................................................15 Glossary...................................................................................................................16 3 Quick Start Guide This section serves as a quick reference to the connection and installation procedures for the PowerLook 1100 scanner. 1. Unpack your Scanner Unpack your scanner. Make sure that all the scanner system hardware, software, cabling, and documentation items indicated on the packing list are present. 2. Unlock your Scanner Before using your scanner ensure that the carriage lock of scanner is in the unlocked position. Insert a coin in the thumbscrew of the optical assembly lock and turn it firmly counterclockwise to unlock the optical assembly to avoid damaging the optics during transportation. 3. Connect the FireWire (IEEE 1394) Cable Connect the FireWire (IEEE 1394) cable to the built in port of host and the other end of the cable to the scanner. 4. Connect the Power Connect the power cord to the scanner and plug the other end of the power cord into an available outlet (socket). 5. Power Up Turn the scanner power switch on. When the Ready indicator is on, your scanner is ready to use. b) Turn on your computer. a) 6. Software Installation We recommend that you install your image editing software first and then MagicScan. a) b) c) Insert UMAX MagicScan CD into your CD-ROM drive. Double-click on the MagicScan installer icon to start installation. Follow the on-screen instructions to completely install MagicScan. 4 Chapter 1. Getting Started Your PowerLook 1100 scanner is extremely user-friendly. Hardware and software installation can be completed in a few steps. In minutes you can start operating your scanner to see for yourself the kind of quality scanned images it can produce. This chapter tells you how to prepare your scanner for connection and installation. It also gives some handling precautions and general care measures to ensure that your scanner will stay in top condition at all times. Before You Begin Unpack Your Scanner Ensure that your package contains all the hardware, software, cabling, and documentation you ordered. Check for any damage that may have occurred while the package was in transit. If there are any missing or damaged items in your scanner package, contact your dealer or the carrier of your package immediately. Static Electricity Precautions Static Electricity (in your body) can cause damage to the electronic components on the scanner's printed circuit board or the computer's interface card. Therefore, you need to discharge static buildup from your body before handling any card or component outside of its anti-static packaging. To protect your equipment from static discharge, you are advised to closely follow these measures: · Discharge any static build-up in your body by touching a grounded or anti-static surface (such as a large metal object or the silver-toned expansion slot covers at the rear of your computer). Do this prior to removing any electronic components from their anti-static bags. When handling any electronic components, avoid touching any metal part of the component such as the gold "fingers" that plug into the expansion slot. It is best to handle system components either by their edges or by their mounting brackets. · A Glance at Your Scanner Take a few minutes to become familiar with the different parts of the scanner. The figure below shows the locations and names of the scanner parts. A brief description of each par is also given. · Object Glass ­ The glass surface on which the document or image for scanning is placed; made of tempered glass with excellent optical qualities. Document Cover ­ The plastic cover over the object glass. Can be raised or lowered to cover a document. LED Indicators ­ Three indicators ­ Power, Ready, and Option. Optical Assembly Lock ­ Locks the scanner's optical component system. Power Switch ­ Used for turning the scanner power ON and OFF. FireWire (IEEE 1394) Connector ­ Where you plug in the FireWire (IEEE 1394) cable. · · · · · 5 · · UTA Connector ­ A connector used to connect the optional UMAX Transparency Adapter. Power Cord Connector ­ Where you plug in the scanner power cord. Front View Rear View Prepare the Scanner Prepare your scanner for installation through the following simple steps: · · Unlock the optical assembly Run the automatic scanner self-test Unlock the Optical Assembly of the Scanner Insert a coin in the thumbscrew of the optical assembly lock and turn it firmly counterclockwise. 6 Before attempting to transport your scanner, it is important that you lock the optical assembly in place to avoid any possible damage to the scanner's optical components. To lock the optical assembly, insert a coin and turn it until points to the lock mark. Test the Scanner The scanner automatically performs a simple self-test each time it is turned on. This self-test checks the status of certain scanner devices. 1. 2. 3. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. Connect the other end of the power cord to the scanner. Turn on the power to the scanner. At power-on, the front panel indicators flash once. The power indicator then glows and the ready indicator blinks. When the test is completed, the power and ready indicators glow steadily. Care and Maintenance Tips Regularly clean the object glass of the scanner and the transparency adapter to prevent dirt or smudge build-up that may reduce the quality of your scanned images. Before you clean the object glass, make sure the scanner is off and the power cord is unplugged. Clean the object glass of the scanner and the transparency adapter with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent or alcohol. Note: Avoid spraying cleaning fluid directly on the object glass. This may cause the liquid to penetrate the seams around the glass and contaminate the mirrors and lenses inside the scanner. Spray the liquid on the cleaning cloth then wipe the glass clean. Be sure that nothing covers the calibration area. It is important to keep the calibration area clean since dust or smudge marks on the glass will reduce the quality of scanned transparencies. Make sure the transparency fits in the scanning area. Do not leave transparencies on the object glass of the scanner for excessive periods of time. The warmth of the scanner and transparency adapter lamps may cause them to deteriorate. Please, use the Frame holder to secure the transparencies for scanning. 7 Chapter 2. Macintosh Installation This chapter describes how you can use your scanner with your Macintosh computer. Connect the Scanner to Your Computer 1. Connect the FireWire cable to your Macintosh' ...