Table of Contents
Advertisement
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Related Manuals for Canon 800
Summary of Contents for Canon 800
-
Page 2: Trademarks And Registered Trademarks
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented in this manual. However, Canon Electronics Inc. and the subsidiaries on the back cover assume no responsibility for any errors or their consequences. -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Canon Microfilm Scanner 800. The Microfilm Scanner 800 is a desktop universal micro- film scanner that features a large A3-format screen. Images projected on the screen can be output directly to a dedi- cated printer connected to the scanner or downloaded as image data onto a computer connected to the scanner. -
Page 4: Conventions Used In These Instructions
Failure to observe a request could result in damage to the equipment or a malfunction. Notes Notes provide additional tips or advice that can save you time and effort in using the scanner. – 2 –... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Device Drivers ... 17 Using the Operation Panel Keys ... 18 Operation Panel ... 18 Operation Keyboard (optional) ... 19 Using the Scanner ... 20 Switching On ... 20 Switching Off ... 20 Loading the Film ... 20 Adjusting the Image ... 21 Focusing the Image ... -
Page 6: Before You Begin
Avoid dusty locations. Dust can adversely affect internal scanner components. Avoid locations close to taps, water heaters or humidifi- ers where the scanner would be exposed to high tem- peratures or moisture. Avoid locations affected by fumes from ammonia, acetone or other volatile chemicals. Never use any kind of volatile or flammable spray or aerosol near the scanner. - Page 7 Always set up the scanner on flat and stable surface that can support the weight of the scanner (47 kg). Choose a location that is free of excessive vibration.
-
Page 8: Power Supply
Note that the scanner should never be grounded by connecting the ground lead to a gas or water pipe. If you are unsure of any aspects of the power supply, consult your authorized Canon dealer or your power supplier. – 6 –... -
Page 9: Important Warnings
Always observe these warnings when using the scanner. Failure to follow these warnings could result in injury due to fire or electric shock. Do not set up the scanner in a location close to flammable solvents such as alcohol and paint thinners. - Page 10 Canon dealer or service center. Do not set up the scanner in dusty or humid locations as this could result in an electric shock or fire.
-
Page 11: Features
Before You Begin... Features The Canon Microfilm Scanner 800 features the following: Large-format screen, small footprint Despite providing a large A3-size screen, this compact universal microfilm scanner is small enough to fit on a desktop. Automatic film selection The scanner’s automatic film polarity detection function saves you the trouble of switching the polarity when you are scanning both negative and positive film. -
Page 12: Operation Modes
This configuration consists of the Microfilm Scanner 800 with a FilePrint 400 printer. Screen images are sent directly to the FilePrint 400 using the control panel on the Microfilm Scanner 800. To switch from this mode to Scanner mode, contact your Canon service technician. -
Page 13: Checking The Box Contents
Before You Begin... Checking the Box Contents The Microfilm Scanner 800 package contains the items listed below. If any of these items is miss- ing, contact your Canon service outlet for assistance. Microfilm Scanner 800 Microfilm Scanner 800 Instructions Setup CD-ROM... -
Page 14: Important Components And Their Functions
Important Components and Their Functions Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the names and functions of the main components of the scanner, as described below. 1 Screen Shows enlarged projections of the images on the microfilm. 2 Framing Kit (optional) When a specified area is to be scanned, use this cursor to set the size of the scanned area. -
Page 15: Optional Products
Lenses ( 14 “Lenses”) One fixed-focus lens and four zoom lenses are provided for the MS 800. Because the scanner does not come with a lens, purchase the lenses best suited to your needs. Framing Kit ( 25 “Trimming/Border settings”) This unit allows you to select a part of the image projected onto the scanner screen (trimming). -
Page 16: Preparing The Carrier
Preparing the Carrier The list below shows all the optional film carriers that can be installed on the Canon Microfilm Scanner 800. For more details about these optional carriers, consult your Canon dealer or authorized Canon service outlet. For information on carrier installation and operation, refer to the instructions provided with the carrier. -
Page 17: Lenses
Before You Begin... Lenses The types of lenses that can be used with this scanner are described below. Fixed-focus Lenses GZ X57 (57x) Zoom Lenses GZ X7-X7.5 (7x to 7.5x) GZ X9-X16 (9x to 16x) GZ X14-X30 (14x to 30x) -
Page 18: Preparing The Printer
Push the holder slowly into the bracket until you hear it click into place. Preparing the Printer To use the Microfilm Scanner 800 in ReaderPrinter mode, a Canon FilePrint 400 printer (sold separately) is required. Contact an authorized Canon retailer or service technician for details. -
Page 19: Connecting To A Computer
Connecting to a Computer To use the Microfilm Scanner 800 in Scanner mode, you will need the following equipment in addition to the accessories provided with the scanner: • Computer • SCSI card • SCSI cable IMPORTANT No SCSI cable is supplied with the scanner. To... -
Page 20: Using The Operation Panel Keys
2 consecutive pages. In Reader Printer mode, this key selects the paper size used for printing. In Scanner mode, this key selects the scan size. Shows the brightness adjustment set using the Brightness keys or the setting for adjustments such as the margin size or sharpness. -
Page 21: Operation Keyboard (Optional)
!£ AF (Auto Focus) key !¢ ZOOM (enlarge/reduce) key FOCUS key !§ ROTATE key !¶ Control knob Operation Keyboard (optional) !• Image adjust selection key !ª Image adjust mode indicators @º Image adjust control dial @¡ Rotate key @™ Film control knob @£... -
Page 22: Using The Scanner
Press the “o” side of the power switch to switch the scanner off. IMPORTANT If the scanner will not be used for a lengthy period, unplug the power cord as a safety measure. Loading the Film Because film loading methods differ for each carrier, refer to the instructions provided with the carrier for information on how to load the film. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Image
(Operation keyboard) Adjusting the Image The instructions below describe how to adjust the image projected onto the scanner screen. Note The image can be adjusted using the operation panel below the screen or the optional operation keyboard. Focusing the Image The image projected on the screen can be focused either automatically (Auto Focus) or manually. -
Page 24: Enlarging And Reducing The Image
90 to the right. Note The 90 rotation function can also be assigned to one of the function keys on the operation panel. ( “Function Keys”) – 22 – Using the Scanner P.28 “Storing key to key to rotate it... -
Page 25: Printing Or Scanning The Image
In Scanner mode, the image can be downloaded as image data to a computer connected to the scanner and then printed on a printer connected to the computer. The actual scan settings and the procedure for the scanning mode differ depending on your application program. -
Page 26: Brightness Adjustment
Moving the indicator to the right brightens the scanned image and moving it to the left darkens the scanned image. Note In manual adjustment, the brightness can be adjusted through 33 levels, as shown in the figure at left. – 24 – Using the Scanner... -
Page 27: Selecting The Paper For Printing
Use the procedures described here to select the paper size in the paper cassette or multipurpose tray when you are using the scanner in ReaderPrinter mode. To select the paper size for a paper cassette, use the Paper Select key on the optional operation keyboard or the Scan Size key on the operation panel. -
Page 28: Selecting The Scan Size
Because the left side is scanned first, it is not necessary to reverse the sequence of printed pages. Note If trimming is selected in Scanner mode, the center ) and left edge ( ) reference positions cannot be selected. -
Page 29: Trimming/Border Settings
Trimming/Border settings When an image on negative film is scanned and projected onto the scanner screen, the area outside the image appears as a black border around the image. The Automatic Border Removal function can be used to remove this black border around the scanned image. -
Page 30: Special Features
Special Features Special Features This part of the manual describes the many convenient scanner features and settings that can enable you to use the scanner more effectively. Storing the Lens Magnification You can use the preset zoom keys (M1, M2 and M3) on the... -
Page 31: Function Keys
Adjust Sharpness Picture Mode Overlay Scanning 600DPI Background erase Auto centering Scanner Printer • See the following pages for descriptions of the func- tions. • At shipment, P1 and P4 are assigned to the optional operation keyboard. Use the selector keys (the plus and minus keys) to select the function assigned to the function key. -
Page 32: Functions That Can Be Assigned To The Function Keys
Auto Deskew Image function does not operate. Add on (default setting: P1) Pressing this key imprints the add on specified on the scanner ( P.33) or specified in the application on the scanned image. Refer to the user manual supplied with the your application software for information on the application add on settings. - Page 33 11x17 LTR LTR STMT STMT LTR 11x17 (Positions image B on top) (Positions image B on the bottom) Import margins This function selects whether the margins are adjusted during scanning. Adjust margins (default setting: P3) This function adjusts the margin size when margins are scanned during scanning.
-
Page 34: Function Key Labels
• Background Erase (default setting: P2) Pressing this key automatically erases speckling in the background of text, line drawings, etc. However, this function is disabled in Scanner mode when the selected scanning mode is “Grayscale” or “Monochrome Photo”. • Auto Centering In Reader Printer mode, this function prints the scanned image in the center of the selected paper. -
Page 35: Add On" Setting
Use the function key to select whether the add on is imprinted on the image actually printed. ( “Function Keys”) In Scanner mode, the Add on setting is specified from the application software. Setting the Add On... - Page 36 Press the Brightness adjustment key ( ) to switch to “Date/time format” setting mode. The copies indicator then becomes the date/time format indicator. Use the plus (+) and minus (-) keys to set the date/time format. Display Date/time Format Year/Month/Day Year/Month/Day Hour:Minute Month/Day/Year Month/Day/Year Hour:Minute...
-
Page 37: Setting The Caption
Hold down the AE key for 2 seconds. The copies indicator now becomes the caption display and the scanner switches to caption input mode. Check that the lamp at the left end of the brightness indicator is blinking and then press the plus (+) or minus (-) key to set the character code for the first character, as shown in the character code table. -
Page 38: Setting The Date And Time
When the date and time are added to the scanned image in Reader Printer mode, the date and time added are those set internally on the scanner by this function. This section describes how to set and check the date and time. - Page 39 NOTE The position of the brightness indicator lamp identi- Seconds. fies the date/time setting. If the scanner is set to Scanner mode, the date and time set internally in the scanner is reset to match the settings in the connected computer.
-
Page 40: Setting The Auto Clear Time
Setting the Auto Clear Time The function specifies the time after which the scanner switches to Standby mode when it is left unused. Hold down the Clear key and the Trimming/Border key for 2 seconds. Use the plus (+) and minus (-) keys to select the Auto Clear time. -
Page 41: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Maintenance and Troubleshooting This part of the manual describes how to replace the scanner lamp, clean the scanner and deal with errors. Regular scanner maintenance is essential to ensure optimum performance and a long service life from your scanner. Maintenance and Troubleshooting... - Page 42 IMPORTANT • Use only Canon-specified lamps as replacements. • Take care not to touch the bulb in the new lamp. Soiling or fingermarks on the bulb can adversely affect image quality and shorten the service life of the bulb.
-
Page 43: Routine Cleaning
Cleaning the Screen and Main Unit Use a cloth slightly dampened with water or mild detergent to clean any soiling off the scanner screen and casing. Then wipe the scanner with a clean dry cloth. IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the casing of the main unit, never clean the unit with an organic solvent such as thinners. -
Page 44: Cleaning Mode
(120V model) (220 – 240V model) (Cleaning sheet) Cleaning Mode When the toner cartridge in the FilePrint 400 has been replaced, the FilePrint 400 fuser roller must be cleaned. This section describes the Cleaning mode used for fuser roller cleaning. Refer to the FilePrint 400 Instructions for more information on working with the FilePrint 400. -
Page 45: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the scanner is not operating normally or not giving satisfactory results, refer to this table to identify the cause and find the solution. Problem The screen stays • Check that the lamp unit is properly fitted into the main unit. -
Page 46: Automatic Border Removal And Skew Correction
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Automatic Border Removal and Skew Correction If the image projected on the screen resembles one of the images shown in the figure below, the Border Removal function (P.25) and Automatic Skew Correction function (P.28) cannot recognize the image and will not process the image correctly. For these functions to operate successfully, the screen image must be adjusted. -
Page 47: User Call Errors
Maintenance and Troubleshooting User Call Errors If there is a problem with the scanner, an error number indicating the specific problem appears on the Error/User Mode display. This section gives details of the user call errors and describes how to deal with them. -
Page 48: Service Call Errors
When you cannot clear a service call error Make a note of the error code and the nature of the problem. Then switch off the scanner and any peripheral units such as the carrier, unplug the power cord and contact an authorized Canon service technician. -
Page 49: Specifications
Specifications Main Unit Type Desktop digital microfilm scanner Screen 300 x 435 mm transparent Scanning method 300-dpi digital scanning Film polarity Negative, Positive, Negative/Positive Auto Select Lens magnification 7x to 7.5x, 9x to 16x, 14x to 30x, 20x to 50x, 53x, 57x... -
Page 50: Index
Fixed-focus Lenses ... 15 Zoom Lenses ... 15 Loading the Film ... 20 Microfilm Scanner 800 ... 11 Microfilm Scanner 800 Instructions ... 11 Operation Keyboard ... 19 Disabled key ... 19 Film control knob ... 19 Image adjust control dial ... 19 Image adjust mode indicators ... - Page 51 Routine Cleaning ... 41 Cleaning the Lens ... 41 Cleaning the Screen and Main Unit ... 41 Scanning Utility 800 Setup CD-ROM ... 11 Scanning Utility 800 User’s Guide ... 11 Selecting the Paper for Printing ... 25 Selecting paper for the multipurpose tray 25 Selecting the paper feed cassette ...