Microtek ScanMaker i460 Supplement Manual

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Microtek's new scanner, the ScanMaker i460, brings a brand new taste to the world of
scanners. With a newly designed landscape appearance, the ScanMaker i460 breaks
the stereotype of scanner designs and brings a new milestone to the scanner world.
The gleaming coating makes the ScanMaker i460 distinguishable and stand from the
others immediately.
The ScanMaker i460 has not only a fantastic appearance but also some outstanding
features, such as 4800 x 9600 dpi, 48-bit color, and 8.5" x 11.7" scan bed. Also, it is
equipped with six Smart-Touch buttons on the button panel for one-touch automation
and easy access to scanner functions. In addition, through an optional LightLid 35 IV
transparency adapter, the versatile scanner can even scan 35mm slides and filmstrips.
Contents
Getting to Know Your ScanMaker i460 ........................................................... 1
Features of the ScanMaker i460 ...................................................................... 2
Taking a Closer Look ........................................................................................ 3
How the Smart-Touch Scanner Buttons Work .............................................. 4
Scanning Scenarios ......................................................................................... 5
For PC Users Using ScanWizard EZ .......................................................... 6
A. Scanning Photos (1) ........................................................................ 6
B. Scanning Photos (2) ........................................................................ 7
C. Scanning Photos (3) ........................................................................ 9
D. Scanning Film ................................................................................ 1 1
Copyright © 2013
Microtek International, Inc.
I49-004751 B, September 2013
ScanMaker i460 features, scenarios, and information

Getting to Know Your ScanMaker i460

http://www.microtek.com
I. Connecting the LightLid 35 IV ....................................................... 1 1
II. Loading Film ................................................................................... 12
III. Placing the LightLid 35 IV .............................................................. 13
IV. Using the ScanWizard EZ - Advanced Mode ............................... 14
V. Using the ScanWizard EZ - Professional Mode ........................... 16
For Mac Users Using ScanPotter ............................................................ 18
A. Scanning Photos ........................................................................... 18
B. Scanning Film ................................................................................. 20
Specifications / System Requirements ........................................................ 22
FCC Compliance Statement .......................................................................... 23

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ScanMaker i460 features, scenarios, and information Getting to Know Your ScanMaker i460 Microtek's new scanner, the ScanMaker i460, brings a brand new taste to the world of scanners. With a newly designed landscape appearance, the ScanMaker i460 breaks the stereotype of scanner designs and brings a new milestone to the scanner world.
  • Page 2: Features Of The Scanmaker I460

    • Concise and modern look: With a lustrous coating and new designed format , the ScanMaker i460 is not only a scanner but also a truly classical deco for your taste. The extra light weight and slim machine-body makes the ScanMaker i460 fit to any corners of a room.
  • Page 3: Taking A Closer Look

    Taking a Closer Look Scanner lid Ruler Glass surface (Scan bed) Ruler Button Panel E-MAIL E-Mail COPY Copy SCAN Scan POWER Power POWER indicator (orange) READY indicator (green) Hi-Speed USB port (1) Accessory port (9-pin) Power connector ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 4: How The Smart-Touch Scanner Buttons Work

    Windows system; however, if you are using Mac OS X, you need to activate ScanPotter program before using scanner buttons. The ScanMaker i460 is equipped with six Smart-Touch buttons for easy access to frequently used scanner functions. To carry out a specific task, simply press the corresponding button on the scanner.
  • Page 5: Scanning Scenarios

    LightLid 35 IV together with the Advanced Mode or Professional Mode in ScanWizard EZ. For Mac Users Using ScanPotter, • Scanning photos: This scenario details the steps for scanning photos. • Scanning film: This scenario details the steps for scanning film. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 6: For Pc Users Using Scanwizard Ez

    Press the Scan button Allows you to switch to to start scanning the Advanced Mode Allows you to activate the Minimizes Preferences window, which ScanWizard EZ contains selections for image settings (i.e., file format, resolution, scan quality) Exits ScanWizard EZ ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 7: Scanning Photos (2)

    9. Specify the scanning requirements depending on your purpose about manipulating the image. - Select a desired viewing size for the on-screen display purpose. - Select a desired output dimension and a resolution for printing purpose. - Set up a custom resolution. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 8 Allows you access the ScanWizard EZ manual Allows you to switch to the EZ Mode Allows you to switch to the Professional Mode Selections and options for image settings The display of Returns to the previous page nine-image effects ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 9: Scanning Photos (3)

    10. Click the Scan to button to scan the image. When the “Scan To: Save As” dialog box appears, specify the folder location, a file name, and the format for the output image; then click Save. The image is scanned and saved to the specified location. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 10 Settings window Preview window Scan Job Queue window Information window ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 11: Scanning Film

    35mm slides and 35mm filmstrips. A maximum of 4 mounted slides or one strip of 5 frames can be loaded at a time. Microtek recommends the use of this accessory to scan slides for on-screen display purposes or where high resolution is not critical. For high-quality print reproduction,...
  • Page 12: Loading Film

    The slides should be inserted inside the slots specifically allotted for slides, as shown in the illustration. The lower slot is for loading 35mm slides Ensure that the calibration window is kept clear and free from any obstruction for successful calibration and best image results. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 13: Placing The Lightlid 35 Iv

    Place the LightLid 35 IV with the loaded film vertically on the scan bed. The LightLid should be flush against the top ruler of the bed, with the slot running down the center. Align the top of the LightLid with the recessed area, as label “Place LightLid 35 IV Here” . ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 14: Using The Scanwizard Ez - Advanced Mode

    The ScanWizard EZ will calibrate the scanner first; then it will automatically perform the final scan with your preferred settings. When the scan is done, the output image can be saved in a file and delivered to the specified location or opened in your chosen application. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 15 Allows you access the ScanWizard EZ manual Allows you to switch to the EZ Mode Allows you to switch to the Professional Mode Selections and options for image settings Returns to the previous page The display of nine-image effects ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 16: Using The Scanwizard Ez - Professional Mode

    When the “Scan To: Save As” dialog box appears, specify the folder location, a file name, and the format for the output image, then click Save. The image is scanned and saved to the specified location. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 17 “One-pass Scan for Multiple Jobs” option in the Scan Job Queue window. For more details about the “One-pass Scan for Multiple Jobs” , refer to the ScanWizard EZ- Professional Mode on-line help. Information window Scan Job Queue window ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 18: For Mac Users Using Scanpotter

    8. If necessary, click the Image Settings button to switch to a window in which you can select a preset image effect to the image directly or adjust image quality manually by using the additional image correction tools. 9. Click the Scan button to start scanning. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 19 Click the Image Settings button to switch to a window where contains a composite display of nine-image-effects (Filter column) and additional image correction tools (Additional Adjustment column) for your scanned image. Preview window Scan frame (enclosed by dotted lines) ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 20: Scanning Film

    8. If necessary, click the Image Settings button to switch to a window in which you can select a preset image effect to the image directly or adjust image quality manually by using the additional image correction tools. 9. Click the Scan button to start scanning. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 21 (Filter column) and additional image correction tools (Additional Adjustment column) for your scanned image. Preview window Multiple scan frames (bordered in dotted lines and tagged with the number (e.g., 1, 2) at the top-left corner of the scan frame) ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 22: Specifications / System Requirements

    Pentium IV PC or higher with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) • Microsoft Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7 Macintosh • Intel-Based Mac computer with built-in USB port • Mac OS X 10.6 through 10.7 Important Specifications, software bundles, and accessories are subject to change without notice. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...
  • Page 23: Fcc Compliance Statement

    This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. ScanMaker i460 Supplement...

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