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Ricoh fi-70F Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 P3PC-7172-01ENZ2 Image Scanner fi-70F Operator's Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Manuals ..............................5 Trademarks ..............................6 Manufacturer............................. 6 Issue Date/Issuer ............................6 Safety Information............................ 6 Symbols Used in This Manual ........................7 Abbreviations Used in This Manual......................8 Arrow Symbols in This Manual ........................ 8 Screen Examples in This Manual......................9 Notice .................................
  • Page 3 Contents Various Ways to Scan Scanning Books ............................32 Daily Care Cleaning Materials ..........................35 Location and Frequency.......................... 36 Cleaning the Outside of the Scanner..................... 37 Cleaning the Inside of the Scanner......................38 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting............................39 The Scanner Cannot Be Powered ON........................41 Power LED Light Goes Out ..........................42 The Power LED Flashes after Power-on ......................43 Cannot Connect the Scanner and a Computer via the USB Cable ..............44...
  • Page 4 Contents Resetting the Password............................68 Setting Items ............................70 Device Setting..............................70 Settings Related to Sheet Counters....................... 72 Checking the Sheet Counters ..........................72 Settings Related to Waiting Time ......................73 Waiting Time for the Scanner to Enter Power Saving Mode [Power saving]..........73 Appendix Basic Specification...........................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product. Manuals The following manuals are included for this product. Read them as needed. Manual Description Safety Precautions (paper, PDF) Contains important information about the safe use of this product. Make sure to read this manual before using the scanner. The PDF version is included in the Setup DVD-ROM.

  • Page 6: Trademarks

    Introduction Trademarks ISIS is a trademark of Open Text. Intel, Pentium, and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries. Google and Google Chrome are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google LLC. Microsoft, Excel, Windows, and Windows Server are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

  • Page 7: Symbols Used In This Manual

    Introduction Symbols Used in This Manual The following indications are used in this manual to obviate any chance of accident or damage to you, people near you, and your property. Warning labels consist of a symbol indicating the severity and a warning statement. The symbols and their meanings are as follows.

  • Page 8: Abbreviations Used In This Manual

    Introduction Abbreviations Used in This Manual The following abbreviations are used in this manual. Name Indication Windows Server 2012 (*1) ® Windows Server 2012 Standard (64-bit) Windows Server 2012 R2 (*1) ® Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard (64-bit) Windows 10 (*1) ®...

  • Page 9: Screen Examples In This Manual

    Introduction Screen Examples in This Manual Microsoft product screenshots are reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation. The screen examples in this manual are subject to change without notice in the interest of product development. If the actual displayed screen differs from the screen examples in this manual, operate by following the actual displayed screen while referring to the user's manual of the scanner application that you are using.

  • Page 10: Scanner Overview

    Scanner Overview This section explains the main features of this product, the names of parts and their functions. Main Features The scanner is equipped with the following features: ● Small footprint for easy installation The smallest footprint in the class of A6 size scanners allows easy installation in any restricted spaces such as a reception counter.

  • Page 11: Parts And Functions

    Scanner Overview Parts and Functions This section shows the names of the scanner parts. ● Front Name Function Flatbed Open the document cover and place a document on the document bed (glass section). Operator panel Consists of the [Scan] button and power LED. Can be used to operate the scanner or check the status.
  • Page 12 Scanner Overview ● Inside Name Function Document cover Open the cover when you place a document on the document bed. Close it to hold the document on the document bed. Document pad Holds the document down against the document bed. Document bed Place a document on the glass section.
  • Page 13 Scanner Overview ● Back Name Function Security cable slot Used to connect an anti-theft security cable (commercially available). Transport lock switch Locks the carrier unit (which is inside the flatbed) to prevent damage during transportation. Power connector Used to connect the power cable or USB bus power cable.

  • Page 14: Installing The Software

    Scanner Overview Installing the Software This section describes the software that is required for the computer you want to connect the scanner to, the system requirements, and the installation method. When using Scanner Central Admin, refer to the Scanner Central Admin User's Guide. HINT The software can be installed from the bundled Setup DVD-ROM or downloaded from the download site and then installed.
  • Page 15 Scanner Overview ● PaperStream Capture A 32-bit image scanning application which supports PaperStream IP (TWAIN)/PaperStream IP (ISIS) for fi-65F/70F. By defining scan settings as document profiles, you can customize the settings according to your preference. For details, refer to the PaperStream Capture User's Guide. ●...

  • Page 16: System Requirements

    Scanner Overview System Requirements The system requirements for the computer on which software is to be installed are as follows. Operating system ® ● Windows Server 2012 Standard (64-bit) (*1) ® ● Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard (64-bit) (*1) ® ●...

  • Page 17: Installation (Recommended)

    Scanner Overview Installation (Recommended) When [Installation (Recommended)] is selected, the following software is installed: Necessary software to use the scanner is installed all at once. ● PaperStream IP (TWAIN) ● Software Operation Panel ● PaperStream ClickScan ● PaperStream Capture ● Manuals (Safety Precautions, Operator's Guide) ●...

  • Page 18: Installation (Custom)

    Scanner Overview Installation (Custom) With [Installation (Custom)], select and install necessary software. In the same way as in Installation (Recommended) (page 17), perform steps through 3. Click the [Installation (Custom)] button. In the window to select an installation method, select your desired installation method. ●...

  • Page 19: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This section explains how to operate the scanner. Turning the Power ON/OFF This section explains how to power on/off the scanner. How to Turn the Power ON Normally, when the following cables are connected, the scanner is turned on/off in sync with the computer's power.

  • Page 20: How To Turn The Power Off

    Basic Operations ● If the power LED does not light up while the computer is turned on, press the [Power] or [Scan] button to turn on the scanner. How to Turn the Power OFF Normally, when the following cables are connected, the scanner is turned on/off in sync with the computer's power.
  • Page 21 Basic Operations When the computer is turned off, the scanner is turned off and the power LED goes out. ATTENTION For a computer that supplies power to USB devices after it is shut down, the scanner may not be able to turn off with the computer when the computer is shut down. If the scanner is not turned off when the computer is turned off, turn off the scanner by performing one of the following: ●...

  • Page 22: Opening/Closing The Document Cover

    Basic Operations ● Remove the power cable from the power connector of the scanner or unplug the power cable from the AC outlet. ● Remove the USB bus power cable from the power connector of the scanner or remove the USB bus power cable from the USB port of the computer.

  • Page 23: How To Close The Document Cover

    Basic Operations ● If the document cover comes off, remove the hinge pins from the scanner and attach them to the hinge axes on the document cover, and then attach the document cover back to the scanner. How to Close the Document Cover Gently close the document cover.

  • Page 24: Entering And Resuming From Power Saving Mode

    Basic Operations Entering and Resuming from Power Saving Mode The scanner enters power saving mode when it is left on without being used for a certain period of time. Power saving mode keeps the power consumption low when the scanner has not been used for a certain period of time.

  • Page 25: How To Perform A Basic Scan

    How to Perform a Basic Scan This section explains how to perform a basic scan. Performing a Scan with an Image Scanning Application This section explains about the basic flow of performing a scan using an image scanning application on the computer.
  • Page 26 How to Perform a Basic Scan Place the document face-down to align its top left-hand corner with the reference point. Gently close the document cover. For details, refer to How to Close the Document Cover (page 23). Start an image scanning application. Select a scanner driver to be used for scanning.
  • Page 27 How to Perform a Basic Scan HINT If the orientation of the scanned image of the open booklet is incorrect, change the rotation setting in the scanner driver. For details, refer to the help for the scanner driver.

  • Page 28: Using A Button On The Scanner To Start Scanning

    How to Perform a Basic Scan Using a Button on the Scanner to Start Scanning This section explains about the basic flow of performing a scan using an image scanning application on the computer started by pressing the [Scan] button on the scanner. In this case, there are necessary settings to be set in advance in order to perform a scan.

  • Page 29: Button Settings

    How to Perform a Basic Scan Button Settings Specify an image scanning application to be launched when the [Scan] button is pressed. HINT The image scanning application that is started up when the [Scan] button is pressed differs depending on whether PaperStream ClickScan resides in the taskbar or not. ●...
  • Page 30 How to Perform a Basic Scan Click the [Events] tab and check that [Scan Button] is specified for [Select an event]. Select an image scanning application to be launched when the button is pressed. Click [Start this program] under [Actions], and select an image scanning application from the program list.

  • Page 31: Operations On The Scanner

    How to Perform a Basic Scan Operations on the Scanner Turn on the scanner. For details, refer to How to Turn the Power ON (page 19). Open the document cover. For details, refer to How to Open the Document Cover (page 22).

  • Page 32: Various Ways To Scan

    Various Ways to Scan This section explains how to scan books. For information on other ways to scan which are not explained here, refer to the manual or help for the image scanning application, and the help for the scanner driver. Scanning Books Open the document cover.
  • Page 33 Various Ways to Scan Place the document face-down to align its top left-hand corner with the reference point. ATTENTION Take note of the following: ● A curled or folded document may create a small gap between the document and the document bed, causing the scanned image to be blurred.
  • Page 34 Various Ways to Scan For details, refer to How to Close the Document Cover (page 23).

  • Page 35: Daily Care

    Daily Care This section describes how to clean the scanner. Do not use aerosol spray or spray that contains alcohol. Paper dust blown up by CAUTION strong air from the spray may enter inside the scanner which may cause the scanner to fail or malfunction.

  • Page 36: Location And Frequency

    Daily Care Location and Frequency Location Frequency Flatbed Document pad Every 1,000 sheets Document bed Plastic frame Outside of the scanner Scanner Clean when dust and dirt are noticeable. The flatbed needs to be cleaned regularly for every specified number of sheets scanned. The scanner records the number of sheets scanned so that you can check the number of sheets scanned after you cleaned it last.

  • Page 37: Cleaning The Outside Of The Scanner

    Daily Care Cleaning the Outside of the Scanner The scanner should be cleaned with either a piece of dry cloth, a cloth moistened with Cleaner F1/ mild detergent, or a sheet of Cleaning Wipe. ATTENTION ● To avoid deformation and discoloration, never use paint thinner or any other organic solvents. ●...

  • Page 38: Cleaning The Inside Of The Scanner

    Daily Care Cleaning the Inside of the Scanner The inside of the scanner can be cleaned with a piece of cloth moistened with Cleaner F1, or a sheet of Cleaning Wipe. Cleaning should be performed approximately every 1,000 sheets scanned. ATTENTION ●...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section explains about the countermeasures against troubles, items to check before contacting your scanner service provider, and how to read the product label on the scanner. ATTENTION For details about other errors/troubles that are not covered in this section, refer to the scanner driver's Help.
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting ● Images Scanned in Black & White (Or in Grayscale or Color) Are Dark (page 52) ● Automatic Page Size Detection Fails (page 53)

  • Page 41: The Scanner Cannot Be Powered On

    Troubleshooting The Scanner Cannot Be Powered ON Check the following points ● Are the cables connected properly? (page 41) Is the computer turned on? (page 41) ● Is the power LED off? (page 41) ● Is the scanner driver installed correctly? (page 41) ●...

  • Page 42: Power Led Light Goes Out

    Troubleshooting Power LED Light Goes Out Check the following points ● Has the scanner been left out of operation for a long time after being powered on? (page If the problem still persists, check each item in Before You Contact the Scanner Service Provider (page 54) first, then contact the distributor/dealer where you purchased this product.

  • Page 43: The Power Led Flashes After Power-On

    Troubleshooting The Power LED Flashes after Power-on Check the following points ● Did you unlock the transport lock switch? (page 43) If the problem still persists, check each item in Before You Contact the Scanner Service Provider (page 54) first, then contact the distributor/dealer where you purchased this product.

  • Page 44: Cannot Connect The Scanner And A Computer Via The Usb Cable

    Troubleshooting Cannot Connect the Scanner and a Computer via the USB Cable Check the following points ● Is the USB cable connected properly? (page 44) Is the connector on the USB cable broken or damaged? (page 44) ● If the problem still persists, check each item in Before You Contact the Scanner Service Provider (page 54) first, then contact the distributor/dealer where you purchased this...

  • Page 45: Scanning Does Not Start

    Troubleshooting Scanning Does Not Start Check the following points ● Did you unlock the transport lock switch? (page 45) Is the USB cable connected properly? (page 45) ● Is the connector on the USB cable broken or damaged? (page 45) ●...

  • Page 46: Scanning Takes A Long Time

    Troubleshooting Scanning Takes a Long Time Check the following points ● Is the USB cable connected to the USB 1.1 port on the computer? (page 46) Did you start a scan while the computer was unstable (for example, immediately after ●...

  • Page 47: The Quality Of A Scanned Image Of A Picture Or Photo Is Poor

    Troubleshooting The Quality of a Scanned Image of a Picture or Photo Is Poor Check the following points ● Did you configure the settings in the scanner driver to scan in black & white mode? (page ● Are the document pad and the document bed clean? (page 47) If the problem still persists, check each item in Before You Contact the Scanner Service Provider (page 54)

  • Page 48: Quality Of Scanned Text Or Lines Is Unsatisfactory

    Troubleshooting Quality of Scanned Text or Lines Is Unsatisfactory Check the following points ● Are the document pad and the document bed clean? (page 48) Is the resolution appropriate? (page 48) ● Did you configure the settings in the scanner driver to scan in grayscale or color mode? ●...

  • Page 49: Images Are Distorted Or Not Clear

    Troubleshooting Images Are Distorted or Not Clear Check the following points ● Are the document pad and the document bed clean? (page 49) Is a scan performed on a place that is unstable or vibrates? (page 49) ● Is the scanner placed on a flat, level surface? Are the rubber pads attached on the bottom of ●...

  • Page 50: Vertical Streaks Appear On The Images

    Troubleshooting Vertical Streaks Appear on the Images Check the following points ● Are the document pad and the document bed clean? (page 50) Is there any foreign matter (such as dust or paper dust) on the document? (page 50) ● Do the vertical streaks disappear when a lower resolution is specified? (page 50) ●...

  • Page 51: A Shadow Appears At The Top Or The Bottom Of The Image

    Troubleshooting A Shadow Appears at the Top or the Bottom of the Image Check the following points ● Did you use the page edge filler function to fill in the shadow around the edge? (page 51) If the problem still persists, check each item in Before You Contact the Scanner Service Provider (page 54) first, then contact the distributor/dealer where you purchased this...

  • Page 52: Images Scanned In Black & White (Or In Grayscale Or Color) Are Dark

    Troubleshooting Images Scanned in Black & White (Or in Grayscale or Color) Are Dark Check the following points ● Are the document pad and the document bed clean? (page 52) Have you adjusted the brightness or threshold? (page 52) ● Are you using a thin translucent document? (page 52) ●...

  • Page 53: Automatic Page Size Detection Fails

    Troubleshooting Automatic Page Size Detection Fails Check the following points ● Are the document pad and the document bed clean? (page 53) Did you scan with the document cover opened? (page 53) ● Is the shape of the document a rectangle? (page 53) ●...

  • Page 54: Before You Contact The Scanner Service Provider

    Items to Check Before You Contact the Scanner Service Provider ● General Item Findings Scanner name Example: fi-70F For details, refer to Checking the Product Label (page 56). Serial No. Example: XXXX000001...
  • Page 55 Troubleshooting ● Error Status Computer Connection Issues Item Findings Operating system (Windows) Error message Interface Example: USB interface Interface controller Image Quality Issues Item Findings Scanner driver and version Interface controller Operating system (Windows) Application Example: PaperStream ClickScan Resolution Example: 600 dpi, 75 dpi Image mode Example: color, grayscale, black &...

  • Page 56: Checking The Product Label

    Troubleshooting Checking the Product Label This section explains about the product label on the scanner. The label is located at the bottom of the scanner as shown in the following figure: Label (example): Shows the scanner information.

  • Page 57: Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel)

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) This section explains how to use the Software Operation Panel to configure the scanner settings. Starting Up the Software Operation Panel The Software Operation Panel is installed together with the PaperStream IP driver. With this application, you can configure settings for operations of the scanner. ATTENTION ●...
  • Page 58 Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Click [Start] menu → [All apps] → [fi Series] → [Software Operation Panel]. The Software Operation Panel icon is displayed in the menu that appears when you click the notification area of the taskbar. To have the Software Operation Panel icon always displayed in the notification area, drag and drop the icon onto the notification area.

  • Page 59: Setting The Software Operation Panel To [View Only Mode]

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Setting the Software Operation Panel to [View Only mode] By setting a password, the Software Operation Panel can run in [View Only mode] which allows users to only view the scanner settings. The scanner settings can be configured if no password is set. In order to prevent unnecessary changes to the settings, a password can be used to restrict user operations.
  • Page 60 Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) The Software Operation Panel enters [View Only mode]. HINT In [View Only mode], a check mark appears next to [View Only mode] in the menu that is displayed by right-clicking the Software Operation Panel icon in the notification area.

  • Page 61: Exiting [View Only Mode]

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Exiting [View Only mode] Exit [View Only mode] on the Software Operation Panel in the following procedure. Right-click the Software Operation Panel icon in the notification area of the taskbar, and select [View Only mode] from the menu. The [Password setting] window appears.
  • Page 62 Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) The Software Operation Panel exits [View Only mode], and the scanner settings can now be changed. HINT When the Software Operation Panel exits [View Only mode], the check mark next to [View Only mode] disappears from the menu that is displayed by right-clicking the Software Operation Panel icon in the notification area.

  • Page 63: Setting A Password

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Setting a Password Set a password in the following procedure. Right-click the Software Operation Panel icon in the notification area of the taskbar, and select [Password Setting] from the menu. The [Password setting] window appears. Enter a new password then again to confirm, and click the [OK] button.

  • Page 64: Changing The Password

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Changing the Password Change the password in the following procedure. Right-click the Software Operation Panel icon in the notification area of the taskbar, and select [Password Setting] from the menu. The [Password setting] window appears. Enter the current password and click the [OK] button.
  • Page 65 Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Click the [OK] button. The password is set.

  • Page 66: Clearing The Password

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Clearing the Password Clear the password in the following procedure. Right-click the Software Operation Panel icon in the notification area of the taskbar, and select [Password Setting] from the menu. The [Password setting] window appears. Enter the current password and click the [OK] button.
  • Page 67 Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) The password is cleared.

  • Page 68: Resetting The Password

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Resetting the Password If you forgot your password, reset it. Right-click the Software Operation Panel icon in the notification area of the taskbar, and select [Password Setting] from the menu. The [Password setting] window appears. Enter the default password which is "fi-scanner", and click the [OK] button.
  • Page 69 Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Click the [OK] button. The password is set.

  • Page 70: Setting Items

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Setting Items The Software Operation Panel can be used to configure the settings for scanning documents for the scanner connected to the computer. The following lists are used for configuration. ● [Device Setting] Can be used to set the scanner to count the number of sheets scanned or to set the scanner to power saving mode.
  • Page 71 Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Setting Item Description Power saving Specify the waiting time before the scanner enters power saving mode.

  • Page 72: Settings Related To Sheet Counters

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Settings Related to Sheet Counters Checking the Sheet Counters Displays the approximate total number of sheets scanned on the flatbed. Start up the Software Operation Panel. For details, refer to Starting Up the Software Operation Panel (page 57).

  • Page 73: Settings Related To Waiting Time

    Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) Settings Related to Waiting Time Waiting Time for the Scanner to Enter Power Saving Mode [Power saving] Specify the waiting time before the scanner enters power saving mode. Start up the Software Operation Panel. For details, refer to Starting Up the Software Operation Panel (page 57).
  • Page 74 Scanner Settings (Software Operation Panel) The check box is selected for the factory default setting. You can select the timeout period for the scanner to be automatically turned off by [1 Hour]/[2 Hours]/[4 Hours]/[8 Hours]. The factory default setting is [4 Hours]. ATTENTION When the [Power off after a certain period of time] check box is selected, the scanner may not be turned on when the computer is turned on.

  • Page 75: Appendix

    Appendix Basic Specification Item Specification Scanner type Flatbed Image sensor CMOS CIS Light source LED (red, green, blue) Scanning area Maximum size A6 (148 × 105 mm) Scanning speed (*1) When the power cable ● 200 dpi, A6 is connected Binary (black &...
  • Page 76 Appendix ® ™ Intel Core i3-10105 3.7 GHz Memory 8 GB Storage *2:Use the USB cable that is supplied. When connecting the USB cable to a USB hub, make sure you connect it to a USB hub that is connected to the USB port of a computer. Connection with USB 2.0 requires the USB port and the hub to support USB 2.0.

  • Page 77: Installation Specification

    Appendix Installation Specification Item Specification Outer dimensions (W × D × H) (*1) 145 × 234 × 40 mm/5.71 × 9.21 × 1.57 Installation space (W × D × H) (*2) 145 × 281 × 257 mm/5.71 × 11.06 × 10.12 in.

  • Page 78: Outer Dimensions

    Appendix Outer Dimensions The outer dimensions are as follows: Unit: mm (in.)

  • Page 79: Uninstalling The Software

    ● When uninstalling PaperStream Capture/PaperStream Capture Pro (EVALUATION) Select [PaperStream Capture]. ● When uninstalling manuals Select [fi Series manuals for fi-70F]. ● When uninstalling Scanner Central Admin Agent Select [Scanner Central Admin Agent]. ● When uninstalling fi Series Online Update...
  • Page 80 Appendix Click the [Uninstall] button or the [Uninstall/Change] button. If a confirmation message appears, click the [OK] button or the [Yes] button. The software is uninstalled.

  • Page 81: Contact For Inquiries

    Contact for Inquiries ● Contact for Inquiries Refer to the contact list on the following web page: https://imagescanner.fujitsu.com/r/ctl/ ™ ● ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap Inquiries made to any of the contacts above regarding ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap are not answered. For details about ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap, refer to [Technical Support] in the ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap User's Guide which will be displayed by performing one of the following operations.

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