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  • Page 1 User Manual • Please read this manual before operating this scanner. • After you finish reading this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference.
  • Page 2 If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel. No. (516)328-5000 RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATIONS (For 120 V models)
  • Page 3 Document Scanner. DR-M140: Model M111121 Trademarks • Canon and the Canon logo are registered trademarks, of Canon Inc. in the United States and may also be trademarks or registered trademarks in other countries. • imageFORMULA is a trademark of CANON ELECTRONICS INC.

  • Page 4: Setup Guide

    Setup Guide STEP 1 Checking the Accessories If any of the items listed below are missing or damaged, contact your local authorized Canon dealer or service representative. Scanner Reference Guide • Items included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 5: Setup Disc Contents

    Setup Disc Contents Install the following software necessary for using the scanner from the supplied Setup Disc. • CaptureOnTouch This is a dedicated scanning application for this product. • CapturePerfect 3.1 This is a scanning application for the DR series scanner. •...

  • Page 6: Step 2 Installing The Software

    However, normal operation is not guaranteed with all USB interfaces, even if present as standard equipment on the computer. For details, consult your local authorized Canon dealer. • Scanning speeds are lower if your computer's standard USB interface is USB Full-Speed (equal to USB 1.1.) •...

  • Page 7: Software Installation

    Software Installation IMPORTANT • Install the software before connecting the scanner to the computer. • Log on to Windows as an Administrator. • Close all other applications before installing the software. Insert the software setup disc into the disk drive of the computer.
  • Page 8 Click [Next]. Read the license agreement, and click [I accept the terms in the license agreement] and then [Next] if you agree to Click [Install]. When the driver installation is complete, click [Finish]. Click [Next].
  • Page 9 Read the license agreement, and click [Yes] to accept it. Click [Next]. Specify whether to install the plug-in for Microsoft SharePoint, and click [Next]. When CaptureOnTouch installation is complete, click [Finish]. Click [Next].
  • Page 10 Read the license agreement, and click [I accept the terms in the license agreement] and then [Next] if you agree to Click [Next]. Specify whether to install the plug-in for Microsoft SharePoint, and click [Next]. When CapturePerfect installation is complete, click [Finish].
  • Page 11 Select the language you want to use, and click [Next]. Click [Next]. When the User Manual installation is complete, click [Finish]. Click [Exit] to finish installing the software.
  • Page 12 STEP 3 Connecting to a Computer Connect the scanner to the computer and the power supply. IMPORTANT • Do not connect the scanner to the computer before installing the software. • Before connecting the scanner to the computer, verify that the power of the scanner is OFF. If the power is ON, turn it OFF.

  • Page 13: Turning Off The Power

    STEP 4 Turning the Power ON The power of the scanner can be turned ON and OFF with the power button on the front of the scanner. Make sure that the scanner and computer are connected properly. Press the power button. Power button The power button lights blue when the power turns ON.

  • Page 14: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Canon imageFORMULA DR-M140 Document Scanner. Please read the following manuals carefully and familiarize yourself with the functions of the scanner before use to ensure you sufficiently understand the functions and make the most of the scanner’s capabilities.

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Setup Guide ... 4 Introduction ... 14 Symbols Used in This Manual... 14 Before Using the Scanner... 16 Important Safety Instructions ... 16 Installation Location ... 16 AC Adapter... 16 Moving the Scanner ... 17 Handling ... 17 Disposal ...

  • Page 16: Before Using The Scanner

    ● Do not use an AC adapter other than the one provided with the scanner. Do not use the AC adapter provided with the scanner with other products. ● If you have any questions regarding the power supply, contact your local authorized Canon dealer or service representative for further information.

  • Page 17: Moving The Scanner

    Then, contact your local authorized Canon dealer or service representative to have the unit serviced.

  • Page 18: Disposal

    ● Do not place objects on top of the scanner. Such objects may tip or fall over, resulting in personal injury. ● Connect only to a power outlet of the rated voltage and power supply frequency (120 V, 60 Hz or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz depending on your region).

  • Page 19: Features Of The Scanner

    Features of the Scanner The main features of the DR-M140 document scanner are described below. ● Compact Design The scanner has a compact size of 313 mm (12.32") (W) x 93 mm (3.66") (H) x 181 mm (7.13") (D) when the document feed tray is closed.
  • Page 20 ● Prescan Function The scanner is equipped with a Prescan function that allows you to adjust the contrast and brightness of a prescanned image and then send the adjusted image to the application software, without needing to scan the document again. ●...

  • Page 21: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts Front View (With the Feed Tray Open) OPEN Lever Raise this to open the upper unit. Document Eject Extension Support Open this when scanning documents longer than 150 mm in length. Document Eject Tray / Upper Unit Scanned documents are output here.

  • Page 22: Back View

    Feed Selection Lever Use this to change the way documents are fed. Set the lever to the lower position when scanning documents consecutively. (See p. 26) Set the lever to the upper position when scanning documents one page at a time or scanning multi-page documents that are fastened together.
  • Page 23 Displayed Error Codes When a scanning error occurs, the following error codes are displayed in the Job No. Indicator. : displayed when the upper unit is open. : displayed when a paper jam is detected. : displayed when a double feed is detected while scanning. : displayed when a skewed document is detected.

  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Documents The scanner can scan documents ranging in size from business cards to LTR/A4. The document sizes that this scanner can scan are shown below. Plain Paper Size Width: 50.8 mm to 216 mm (2" to 8.5") Length: 54 mm to 356 mm (2.12" to 14") (You can scan documents up to 3,000 mm (118.1") long by setting the scanner to the Long Document mode.) Paper thickness...
  • Page 25 • Laminated documents may not be scanned correctly, depending on the document. • It is recommended that thin documents be fed one page at a time. • Scanning the following types of documents can cause a paper jam or malfunction. To scan such a document, make a photocopy of the document and then scan the photocopy.

  • Page 26: How To Place Documents

    How to Place Documents Switching the Feed and Eject Methods Switch the feed and eject methods based on the type of document you are scanning. The U-turn path is used when the straight path tray at the rear of the scanner is closed, and the straight path is used when it is opened.

  • Page 27: Placing Documents

    Placing Documents Switch the feed method based on the type of document you are scanning. When scanning plain paper or business cards, set the feed selection lever to the standard feeding position (lower position). The pages of a multi-page document will be separated and fed one page at a time.
  • Page 28 Adjust the document guides to fit the width of the document to be scanned. Place the document. After placing the document, align the document guides with both edges of the document. IMPORTANT • When placing documents into the feed tray, take care not to cut your hand on the edges of the paper.

  • Page 29: Placing Cards

    Placing Cards Set the feed selection lever to the standard feeding position (lower position). Open the document feed tray. Open the straight path tray. CAUTION Open the straight path tray when scanning cards. Scanning with the U-turn path may damage the card. Adjust the document guides to fit the width of the card to be scanned.

  • Page 30: Setting The Long Document Mode

    Place the document with the folded edge facing right and the top edge facing downward. After placing the document, align the document guides with both edges of the document. IMPORTANT Adjust the document guides to fit the width of the document. Otherwise, the image may scan as skewed or shifted.

  • Page 31: Detecting A Document Double Feed

    Click the Start button, and then click [All Programs], [Canon DR-M140], and [Canon imageFORMULA Utility]. imageFORMULA Utility starts. Click [CANON DR-M140 USB] and click [Properties]. Scanner properties are displayed. Click the [Maintenance] tab, and then select a Long Document mode.

  • Page 32: Double Feed

    The settings screen for the scanner driver appears. p. 50) Click the [Feeding] tab. Select either the [Detect by Length] or the [Detect by Ultrasonic] check box (or both). To use the double feed detection ignore function, open the [Others] tab and select the [Rapid recovery system] check box.

  • Page 33: Detecting Skewed Documents

    When using the double feed detection ignore function If a document double feed is detected during scanning, document feeding stops when the double fed documents are ejected. The following error code is displayed in the Job No. Indicator of the operating panel, and the DFR button lights.
  • Page 34 Select the [Skew Detection] check box. Click the [OK] button to close the settings screen. Place the document as described in Documents” (see p. 27). IMPORTANT When this function is enabled, small documents and documents that have been placed to the left or right of the center of the feed inlet may be detected as skewed, and the scanning operation may stop.

  • Page 35: Scanning Methods

    CaptureOnTouch and display the main window. Hint • You can also start CaptureOnTouch from the Start menu. Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Canon DR-M140] – [DR-M140 CaptureOnTouch]. • When [Make CaptureOnTouch resident] is turned on by using the [Basic settings] tab on the [Environmental settings], this shortens the time from pressing the scanner start button to the start of scanning.

  • Page 36: Scan First

    To use CaptureOnTouch after it is no longer resident in the system, restart it by following the procedure below. CaptureOnTouch will start and become resident in the system again. • Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Canon DR-M140] – [DR-M140 CaptureOnTouch]. Scan First Scan a document and then select the output method.
  • Page 37 Set the scan method in the top screen. Specify whether to enable continuous scanning. When scanning multiple documents as one scanned image or splitting up a large document to scan in parts, select [ON] to enable continuous scanning. Specify whether to scan the document in full auto mode. When you want to specify arbitrary scanning conditions, select [OFF] and configure the scanner settings.

  • Page 38: Select Scan Job

    Configure the settings related to output and then output the scanned images. Configure the settings related to output. Click this button to output the scanned images. The button name differs for each output method. For example, it is [Save] when the output method is set to [Save to folder]. When output is finished, the complete screen appears.
  • Page 39 Enter the job name, and press the Enter key. Hint Job numbers up to 9 are added (in numerical order) to the end of the set job name. By specifying the job number with the operating panel, you can start scanning after pressing the operating panel button.
  • Page 40 Hint • If you set [Enable continuous scanning] to [ON], you can continue to scan additional documents after all the pages of the initial document are scanned. • If you set [Check output after scanning] to [ON], you can check the output settings after scanning.

  • Page 41: Operating The Scanner With The Operating Panel Buttons

    When [Check output after scanning] is set to [ON] The Output Confirmation screen appears before the scanned images are output. Change the settings for the output method if necessary and then click the output button. The name of the output button differs for each selected output method.

  • Page 42: Scanner Settings

    Scanner Settings By default, CaptureOnTouch scans with scanning conditions that match the document because scanning in full auto mode is enabled. If you want to specify, for example, the scanning mode and document size, you can configure the desired scanning conditions in the scanner settings.
  • Page 43 Use advanced settings dialog box Configure scanner settings other than the basic items in the advanced settings dialog box (scanner driver). To open the scanner driver, select [ON] and then click the button. For details on the setting items, see the Help of the driver settings dialog box.

  • Page 44: Setting The Output Method

    Preview Controls Control the preview images and cancel or continue scanning with the following buttons. Tools (Name) Description (Zoom in) Enlarges the preview image. Enlarges or reduces the preview image (Fit page) to fit the current window size. (Zoom out) Reduces the preview image.

  • Page 45: Environmental Settings

    Print Prints the scanned images with a specified printer. When you specify this output method, specify the printer for printing. Send to application Saves the scanned image file in a specified folder and then opens it with a specified application. When you specify this output method, click the [Application] button and specify the executable file of an application that can open image files.
  • Page 46 Back Up / Restore Use the [Back Up] and [Restore] buttons to back up the configuration file (settings, registered jobs, etc.) of CaptureOnTouch and restore the settings from the backup data. IMPORTANT Please note that when a job with the output method set to [Save in Microsoft SharePoint] is registered, the setting items related to SharePoint will not be backed up.
  • Page 47 [Plugin] Tab On the [Plugin] tab, confirm the plugins that have been added to CaptureOnTouch. [Maintenance] tab With the [Maintenance] tab, you can output log files for CaptureOnTouch maintenance purposes.

  • Page 48: Scanning With Captureperfect

    Then click [CapturePerfect 3.1] followed by [CapturePerfect 3.1]. Click [Select Scanner] in the [Scan] menu. Select [Canon DR-M140] and click [OK]. Hint If [Canon DR-M140] does not appear, reinstall the scanner driver. (See p. 7) Set the default paper size and click [OK]. Hint •...
  • Page 49 Configure the scanning conditions. Place the document. (See p. 26) Click [Scan Batch to File] in the [Scan] menu. Configure the save destination, the name of the file to be saved and the file format, and then click [Save] to start scanning.

  • Page 50: Setting The Scanner Driver

    Setting the Scanner Driver When you scan a document in an ISIS compatible or TWAIN compatible application (CaptureOnTouch, etc.), open the scanner driver and configure the scanning conditions and other settings. This section describes the configuration and functions of the scanner driver.

  • Page 51: Setting Basic Scanning Conditions

    [Image processing] tab Set the processing method for scanned images. [Feeding] tab Specify scanner operations related to document feeding. [Others] tab Configure special scan method and image processing settings. Setting Basic Scanning Conditions This section provides an overview of the basic setting items that are the minimum requirements when configuring the scanner settings.
  • Page 52 Color mode Select the scanning mode. • [Advanced Text Enhancement] and [Advanced Text Enhancement II] remove or process the background color and background surrounding text to enhance the text for easy reading. When [Advanced Text Enhancement II] is selected, you can make the text in scanned images easier to read by adjusting the contrast on the [Brightness] tab.
  • Page 53 Scanning Documents of Unregistered Page Sizes You can register a non-standard page size that has not been registered as a page size by naming and registering it as a custom page size in the Custom Paper Size dialog box, which is opened from the [Save] button on the [Basic] tab.
  • Page 54 When you do not want to scan colored lines and text Specify the color (red, green, blue, all colors) to be ignored (dropped out) in the color drop-out settings on the [Image processing] tab, and that color will be removed from the scanned image. When you want to enhance a particular color Specify the color (red, green, blue) to be enhanced in the color drop- out settings on the [Image processing] tab, and that color will be...
  • Page 55 When you want to enhance text that is difficult to read because of factors such as the background of the scanned document Select [Advanced Text Enhancement] or [Advanced Text Enhancement II] in the mode setting on the [Basic] tab. The background behind the text is removed or processed so that the text is emphasized for better readability.
  • Page 56 When you want to rotate the images of a document placed horizontally to correct the orientation Specify the rotation angle in [Document Orientation] on the [Others] tab. When you want to use batch separation for scanning When you want to divide and scan a document, you can separate a batch at the timing with which each next document is placed and scanned.
  • Page 57 When you want to specify different scanning conditions for the front and back pages of a document, select [Skip Blank Page] or [Both] for [Scanning Side] on the [Basic] tab in advance. Specify the number of scanning conditions to apply in [Stream count of Front].
  • Page 58 When you want to save a scanner driver setting When you finish configuring a setting, click the [Save] button of [User Preference] to save the setting. The saved setting is registered to the list. You can delete a setting from the list with the [Delete] button, and save or load a configuration file with the [Back Up] or [Restore] button.

  • Page 59: Function Restrictions Depending On Mode Setting

    Function Restrictions Depending on Mode Setting Some of the setting items in each of the driver tabs are disabled as follows depending on the setting for [Color Mode] on the [Basic] tab. [Brightness] tab Setting value Detect Automatically Black and White Error Diffusion Advanced Text Enhancement Advanced Text Enhancement II...

  • Page 60: More Advanced Scanning Methods

    The following operations are performed when using patchcodes for scanning. Print patchcode with a printer. Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Canon DR-M140] and then select [Patchcode] from the menu. Patchcodes can be printed in A4 and letter (LTR) sizes. Open the application and print a patchcode that is the same size as the document to be scanned.
  • Page 61 IMPORTANT • Patchcodes must be printed in their normal size. If patchcodes are enlarged or reduced, they may not be recognized correctly. • When copying provided patchcodes to create different sized patchcodes, ensure that the patchcode fits inside the effective range shown in the following diagram.

  • Page 62: Maintenance

    Maintenance Daily Maintenance Clean the scanner on a regular basis, as described below, to maintain peak scanning quality. CAUTION • When cleaning the scanner and the inside of the scanner, turn OFF the power switch and disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.
  • Page 63 IMPORTANT Scratches on the sensor glass may cause marks on the images, as well as feeding errors. If there are scratches on the sensor glass, contact your local authorized Canon dealer or service representative. Clean the rollers. Clean the rollers while turning them.

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Reduction Ratio

    Start Windows and log in as a user with administrator privileges. Click the Start button, and then click [All Programs], [Canon DR-M140], and [Canon imageFORMULA Utility]. imageFORMULA Utility starts.

  • Page 65: Replacing Consumable Parts

    Click [Canon DR-M140 USB] and click [Properties]. Scanner properties are displayed. Click the [Maintenance] tab and then change the value of [Reduction ratio adjustment]. The adjustment value can be set within the range from -3.0% to 3.0%. Click [OK] to close the scanner properties.
  • Page 66 Raise the OPEN lever, and open the upper unit. Hint The location of each of the consumable parts is shown below. Close the upper unit by gently pushing down on the left and right sides. Push until it clicks into place to make sure that it is completely closed.
  • Page 67 Replacing the Retard Roller Unlock the roller cover and open it. Remove the retard roller. Install the new retard roller. Press the roller cover to close it. Replacing the Feed Roller Lower the securing lever for the feed roller forward. Slide the securing lever for the feed roller to the left.
  • Page 68 Lower the securing lever for the feed roller until it clicks into place. Resetting the counter Start Windows and log in as a user with administrator privileges. Click the Start button, and then click [All Programs], [Canon DR-M140], and [Canon imageFORMULA Utility]. imageFORMULA Utility starts.

  • Page 69: Auto Power Off Setting

    Click [Canon DR-M140 USB] and click [Properties]. Scanner properties are displayed. Click the [Maintenance] tab and then select [Reset]. The counter for [Current Rollers] resets. Click [OK] to close the scanner properties. Auto Power Off Setting The scanner automatically turns off if 4 hours elapse without scanning or another operation being performed.
  • Page 70 Click the [Maintenance] tab and then clear the [Turn off automatically after 4 hours] check box. Click [OK] to close the scanner properties.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    If the problem cannot be solved by cleaning, the internal glass may be scratched. Contact your local authorized Canon dealer. Problem 6 Pages are missing.
  • Page 72 Problem 8 Scanned images are saved in TIFF instead of JPEG format. Solutions When documents are scanned with CapturePerfect while [Color Mode] is set to [Detect automatically] in the scanner driver, documents detected as black and white are automatically saved in TIFF format, even if the file type is specified as JPEG format.

  • Page 73: Software Troubleshooting

    Software Troubleshooting This section describes troubleshooting problems and solutions for operating the supplied software (CaptureOnTouch and CapturePerfect). If scanning is too slow (1) Close other running programs, if any. (2) Scanning can be slowed down by memory shortage caused by memory-resident applications such as anti-virus programs.

  • Page 74: Useful Tips

    Useful tips Here are some useful tips for scanning documents. Where are scanned images saved? Can the save destination be changed? Images are saved to the following locations, according to program settings. For example, save locations such as the following can be set in CaptureOnTouch.
  • Page 75 CapturePerfect The rules for the file names of scanned images and the folder in which scanned images are saved can be set and then applied during scanning. For details, see the "Operating Guide" or help of CapturePerfect. How do I scan half-folded documents (folio scanning)? Fold the document in half, and set it in the scanner with the fold at the right.

  • Page 76: Clearing Paper Jams And Skewed Documents

    Clearing Paper Jams and Skewed Documents When paper jams and skewed documents are detected during scanning, the following error codes are displayed in the scanner’s display panel and scanning is interrupted. Paper jam error code Skew detection error code When a paper jam or double feed occurs during scanning, use the following procedures to clear them.
  • Page 77 IMPORTANT Make sure to pull the document out carefully, without applying too much force. If the jammed paper tears while you are pulling it out, make sure to remove any remaining pieces from inside the scanner. Close the upper unit by gently pushing down on the left and right sides.

  • Page 78: Uninstalling The Software

    Uninstalling the Software If the ISIS/TWAIN driver, CaptureOnTouch or CapturePerfect is not operating normally, follow the procedure below to uninstall them. Then, re-install the software from the Setup disc. IMPORTANT Log on to Windows as an Administrator. From the Windows task bar, click the [Start] button and then [Control Panel].

  • Page 79: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications Main Unit Type Desktop sheetfed scanner Scanning Document Size Plain Paper Size Width: 50.8 mm to 216 mm (2" to 8.5") Length: 54 mm to 356 mm (2.12" to 14") (You can scan documents up to 3,000 mm (118.1") long by setting the scanner to the Long Document mode.) Paper weight: Straight path: 27 to 255 g/m mm to 0.3 mm (0.00157"...

  • Page 80: Replacement Parts

    Kit to replace the rollers (feed roller unit, retard roller). • For the replacement procedure, see “Replacing Consumable Parts” on p. • Contact your local authorized Canon dealer or service representative for detailed information about the replacement parts. Option Barcode module (product code: 1922B001)

  • Page 81: Dimensions

    Dimensions 181 mm (7.13") 313 mm (12.32") 165 mm (6.5") 250 mm (9.84")

  • Page 82: Index

    Index Adjusting the Reduction Ratio ... 64 Auto Power Off Setting ... 69 CaptureOnTouch Environmental Settings ... 45 Restarting ... 36 Scan First ... 36 Select Scan Job ... 38 Starting ... 35 Card ... 29 Connecting ... 12 DFR button ...22 Documents Card ...
  • Page 83 CANON ELECTRONICS INC. 1248, SHIMOKAGEMORI, CHICHIBU-SHI, SAITAMA 369-1892, JAPAN CANON U.S.A. INC. ONE CANON PLAZA, LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. 11042, U.S.A. CANON CANADA INC. 6390 DIXIE ROAD, MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO L5T 1P7, CANADA CANON EUROPA N.V. BOVENKERKERWEG 59-61, P.O.BOX 2262, 1180 EG AMSTELVEEN, THE NETHERLANDS CANON LATIN AMERICA, INC.

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