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  • Page 1 Document Scanner 9520 User’s Guide A-61139 Part No. 1E8148...
  • Page 2 Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most productive document scanners on the market today. Your Kodak Digital Science Document Scanner 9520 has a host of timesaving and productivity enhancing features that not only help you get the job done faster, but in more comfort. You should take proper care of your new scanner as described in this manual.
  • Page 3 Safety Information for Installation Instructions for the Kodak Digital Science Document Scanner 9520 IMPORTANT: Equipment shall be installed by qualified personnel. WARNING: Dangerous voltage. Disconnect the main power before installation. CAUTION: Hot surface, avoid contact ATTENTION: Eviter le contact, pieces brulantes VORSICHT: Heisse Oberfläche, Berührung vermeiden...
  • Page 4 Acoustic Emission Maschinenlärminformationsverordnung – 3, GSGV Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Emissionswert beträgt <70 dB(A). [ Machine Noise Information Ordinance – 3, GSGV – The operator-position noise emission value is <70 dB(A) ]. This equipment was designed for connection to IT Power Systems.
  • Page 5 Introduction The Kodak Digital Science Document Scanner 9520 is a high-speed, medium- to high-resolution rotary production scanner designed for high- volume digital capture of business documents. The Document Scanner 9520 captures printed characters, handwritten text, and graphics from documents of various sizes and thicknesses in an electronic format for indexing and database storage.
  • Page 6 Programmable keys to perform commonly-used functions. A transport-on function that allows 27 of the function codes to be executed while the transport is running. Audible tones for selected functions, such as footswitch, patch reading, etc. English or other language message display. A large, built-in workshelf.
  • Page 7 Scanner components The following illustrations and descriptions will help you locate and become familiar with scanner components. Top cover Exit hopper Control panel Right-side access door Feed and separator rollers Feed tray Side panel switch Gap release lever Gap adjustment knob (semi-automatic feeder only) Control panel —...
  • Page 8 Rear view Computer Computer Computer interface 1 interface 2 Power interface 3 Main power switch (COIN 1) (COIN 2) (COIN 3) cord SCSI ports Not Used Computer interface 1 (COIN1) — service/diagnostic interface. Configures the scanner and runs diagnostics. Computer interface 2 (COIN2) — bar code interface. Transfers commands between the scanner and external devices/subsystems.
  • Page 9 Status display — indicates the image address, scan mode, document level and operator messages. Two-line status display Document level Image address Scan mode indicator Mode name/number indicator Operator message A-61139 March 2000...
  • Page 10 Operating keys and indicators Up arrow Right arrow Scanner Plus key Down arrow Left arrow buffer indicators Key/Indicator Function Scanner buffer indicators Indicates the amount of image buffer space available. A full image buffer is represented by a single light in the display; an empty image buffer is represented by all lights in the display.
  • Page 11 Operating keys and indicators Calibration key Jog key Programmable keys (P keys) Keys/Indicators Function Starts the calibration process. Informs the host computer when a batch or job has ended. Programmable keys Perform specific functions. The P keys have default values; any or all of the (P keys) defaults may be overridden/reprogrammed at installation.
  • Page 12 Operating keys and indicators Key/Indicator Function Clear/Cancel The C key allows you to: Cancel a function without changing the preset values. Clear the status display after executing specified function codes. Clear an operator message from the status display. Turns on the feeder and transport system. NEXT Allows you to enter the next document image address.

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started The following steps are necessary to prepare the scanner for operation. Procedures on how to perform these steps are described in this chapter. 1. Turn on the main power switch. 2. Turn on the side panel switch. 3. Select the language display. 4.
  • Page 14 Calibration sets the intensity of the lamps, which contribute to the Calibrating the overall quality of the scanned document image. scanner The scanner should be calibrated: at least once a day when the scanner is turned on using the side panel switch —...
  • Page 15 If calibration is not successful, a message appears in the status display. Unsuccessful calibration You may need to: Verify you are using a clean, blank sheet of paper as a calibration target. Verify there is not a document already in the document path. (Refer to the section entitled, “Clearing the document path”...
  • Page 16 IMPORTANT: Before adjusting the feed and separator roller gap, be Adjusting the feed sure the feed and separator rollers are clean. Cleaning and separator roller the feed and separator rollers will frequently resolve (semi-automatic document feeding problems. feeder only) The adjustment procedure should only be done when feeding and separating problems continue after the feed and separator rollers have been cleaned.
  • Page 17 6. Turn the gap adjustment knob counterclockwise 2 1/2 turns. Gap adjustment knob Separated document (between feed and separator rollers) Feed rollers Trailing edge of top document 7. Select two documents of the same size, texture and thickness, similar to the types of documents you will be processing. 8.
  • Page 18 11. When you have adjusted the gap so the bottom document separates consistently from the top document, rotate the gap adjustment knob counterclockwise another 1 or 2 clicks to complete the adjustment. 12. Feed a stack of 50 to 100 documents twice through the transport system.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Feed Shelf Side Guides

    Before you begin processing documents, adjust the side guides on the Adjusting the feed feed shelf to accommodate the documents being processed. shelf side guides (semi-automatic feeder 1. Slide apart the side guides on the feed shelf until the feed shelf only) label is visible.
  • Page 20 The exit hopper side guides and end stop must be adjusted so Adjusting the exit documents are stacked properly after processing. hopper side guides and end stop 1. Adjust the side guides on the exit hopper to match the adjustment of the side guides on the feed shelf.

  • Page 21: Changing The Deflector

    The scanner comes with two deflectors (stored in the pocket located Changing the inside the right-side access door), designed to help stack the deflector documents as they exit the transport system and enter the exit hopper. Use the short deflector for documents less than 5 in. (13 cm) and the long deflector for documents longer than 5 in.

  • Page 22: Operating The Scanner

    Operating the Scanner Overview This chapter provides instructions for selecting modes, using temporary operating values and feeding documents using either the semi- automatic feeder or the automatic feeder. The scanning process consists of the following steps: 1. Prepare the scanner for operation (refer to Chapter 2, Getting Started for more information.) 2.
  • Page 23 Example: If mode 15 contains definitions that allow you to use the Kodak Imagelink Endorser, the starting print position (which defines how far from the leading edge of the document the endorsement is printed) is programmed to be 0.5.
  • Page 24 Feeding documents Following are document feeding instructions using the semi-automatic feeder. After the scanner has been prepared for operation, the desired using the semi- mode and any temporary operating values have been defined, you are automatic feeder ready to feed documents into the transport. 1.
  • Page 25 The gap release lever is used to feed thick documents such as card Feeding thick stock or cover stock. The lever is located on the front panel of the documents scanner, next to the gap adjustment knob. (Graphic depicts movement of separator rollers when lever is used) (Graphic depicts gap...
  • Page 26 Feeding documents Following are document feeding instructions using the automatic feeder. After the scanner has been prepared for operation, the desired using the automatic mode and any temporary operating values have been defined, you are feeder ready to feed documents into the transport. 1.

  • Page 27: Accessory Status

    Function Codes Using function There are a variety of functions available which may be used to temporarily change operating parameters, and to obtain system codes and accessory status information. These functions are listed in the Function Code Summary later in this chapter.

  • Page 28: Table Of Contents

    Following is a summary of the functions and their corresponding Function code function code: summary Status Accessory Status*...............F05 Date and Time Display* .............F23 Elapsed Time* ..............F17 Counters Level 0 Count* ..............F10 Level 1 Count* ..............F11 Level 2 Count* ..............F12 Level 3 Count* ..............F13 Total Document Count*............F09 Reset Level Counts.............F14 Setup...
  • Page 29 Operation Run ..................F99 Terminate Batch* ..............F06 Stop*...................F98 Scanning Scanner Calibration ............F37 Latched Scanning Flag* ............F73 Momentary Scanning Flag* ..........F74 Scanner End-of-Job ............F38 Endorser Endorser On/Off..............F57 Endorser Mode ..............F58 Endorser Print Position ............F59 Footswitch Footswitch Confirmation Tone ...........F75 Bar Code‡ Bar Code Reading On/Off ...........F60 Partial Bar Code Reading On/Off ........F66 Bar Code Reading Confirmation Tone ........F63 Bar Code/Patch Reading Confirmation Tone ......F62...
  • Page 30 Super12 Document Printer Print Contrast..............F39 Print Head Position .............F40 Print Test ................F45 Automatic Purge Print Head ..........F48 Align Print Image* ...............F49 Print Cartridge Status ............F56 NOTE: Function codes F43 and F44 work the same on a Super12 Document Printer. Patch Reader Patch Reader 1 On/Off ............F50 Patch Reader 2 On/Off ............F51 End Fed Patch Reading On/Off .........F52...
  • Page 31 Function code listing Following is a listing of the function codes and descriptions. Code Function Code Name Description Select Mode Allows you to select one of the predefined application modes. Enter a value from 1 to 18 and press Enter. Restore Mode Allows you to restore the current application mode to its default status, provided mode overrides are not saved.

  • Page 32: Elapsed Time

    Code Function Code Name Description Elapsed Time Allows you to display the number of hours the motor, transport and main power have been running, in addition to the non-resettable document count. Press the Right arrow to view the meters. Meter A — displays motor-on hours Meter B —...
  • Page 33 Code Function Code Name Description All Document Printers Allows you to turn all Document Printers (primary DP1, On/Off secondary DP1 and DP12) on or off. Enter 1 to turn on or (for Document Printers 1 0 to turn off, then press Enter. and 12) Print Head Position Allows you to change the print heads or clean the printer.
  • Page 34 Code Function Code Name Description Print Position Allows you to specify how far from the leading edge of the document printed information will appear. Press the Up arrow to increment the starting print position by 1 inch (25 mm), press the Down arrow to decrement the starting print position by 1 inch (25 mm).
  • Page 35 Allows you to perform a test to verify the operation of the Bar Code Test Bar Code Reader. Enter the number of the bar code test you want to perform: 1=Evaluate; 2=Display; 3=%Kodak; or 4=%Norm, then press Enter. Partial Bar Code Reading Allows you to turn partial bar code reading on or off.
  • Page 36 Code Function Code Name Description Double Detection Allows you to turn skew detection on or off which monitors the amount of skew using predefined skew angle(s). Enter 1 to turn on or 0 to turn off, then press Enter. Latched Scanning Flag Allows you to set a flag in the image headers which alerts the host system that this document, and those which follow, are of special interest.

  • Page 37: Cleaning Materials

    Cleaning the cabinet (weekly) Cleaning the air filter (weekly) For additional maintenance and feeder adjustment information, see Kodak publication A-61604. This publication is part of the Maintenance and Feeder Adjustment procedure video; CAT No. 828 5306. Cleaning materials Materials needed to perform maintenance procedures are:...
  • Page 38 Replacement parts Consumable parts that can be replaced by the customer include: Air filter Exposure lamps Imaging guides Automatic Document Feeder Module Automatic Document Feeder Separator Roller Instructions on how to replace these parts are included later in this chapter. A-61139 May 2001...
  • Page 39 Daily maintenance Maintenance procedures that should be performed daily include cleaning the feed and separator rollers, the paper path, vacuuming procedures inside the scanner, and cleaning the imaging guides. NOTE: Imaging guides may need to be cleaned more frequently; and should be cleaned last.
  • Page 40 5. Inspect the guides using reflected light for smudges, scratches, etc. If the guides are scratched they should be replaced. 6. Remove fingerprints or smudges from the imaging guides, wiping both sides of each imaging guide with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth slightly moistened with water or lens cleaner.
  • Page 41 Cleaning the feed and Clean the feed and separator rollers at least twice a day to prevent ink, separator rollers (semi- toner, and dust from collecting on the rollers and preventing documents automatic feeder) from separating. 1. Grasp the front cover and swing it open to the right. Roller cover Release lever Feed roller...
  • Page 42 Cleaning the feeder Clean the feeder module and separator roller daily to prevent ink, toner, module and separator and dust from collecting on the rollers and preventing documents from roller (automatic feeder) separating. IMPORTANT: Do not use alcohol on feed or separator rollers. It is recommended that you use the Roller Cleaning Pads to clean the feed and separator rollers.
  • Page 43 Cleaning the separator roller: 1. Open the front cover. 2. Push the roller cover release lever toward the back of the machine. 3. Grasp and rotate the roller cover toward the back of the machine, exposing the feeder module and separator roller. Roller cover release lever Roller cover...
  • Page 44 Cleaning the paper path NOTE: Before doing the following procedure, clean the machine thoroughly and use the roller cleaning pads to clean the feed, separator and normal force rollers — start with a clean machine. The paper path should be cleaned twice a day, using the Paper Path Cleaner to clean the paper path rollers.
  • Page 45 Cleaning the feeder/ The sensors in the feeder/horizontal transport area are located under horizontal transport area the horizontal plate, behind the feed/separator rollers, near the reflector strips. 1. Open the front cover. 2. Raise the horizontal plate. 3. Vacuum the area underneath the horizontal plate. 4.
  • Page 46 5. Slide the lower roller housing assembly out of its housing and vacuum inside the housing. IMPORTANT: Do not slide the lower roller housing assembly back into place without first removing the imaging guides. Failure to remove them first can cause misalignment and/or damage to the machine.
  • Page 47 Weekly maintenance Maintenance procedures that should be performed weekly include cleaning the exposure lamp housings, the cabinet and air filter. procedures Cleaning the exposure The upper and lower lamp housings should be cleaned. lamp housings 1. Open the right-side access door. 2.
  • Page 48 Cleaning the cabinet Clean the exterior of the scanner, the feed shelf, and the hopper area with a soft cloth. Remove any fingerprints, stains, or stubborn dirt with a cloth dampened with water or a mild cleaning agent. Cleaning the air filter The air filter should be checked and cleaned at least once a week, and changed as needed.
  • Page 49 Replacement Replacement procedures should be performed on an as-needed basis. Components that need periodic replacement include the air filter, procedures exposure lamps and the imaging guides. Replacing the air filter The air filter should be replaced at least once a year, more often if needed.
  • Page 50 Replacing the exposure The exposure system consists of four long-life fluorescent lamps. lamps There are two lamp housings; one upper and one lower. Each lamp housing contains two lamps. Change the lamps at least every 500 hours, when image quality appears to be degrading (and standard maintenance procedures do not improve the image quality), or when requested to do so by an operator message.
  • Page 51 5. Carefully grasp the end of the lamp that is nearest the tab and lift it out of the lamp housing socket. Free the other end of the lamp and lift it out of the lamp housing. Remove the second lamp in the same manner.
  • Page 52 Replacing the imaging To replace the imaging guides, follow the steps below: guides 1. Open the right-side access door. 2. Locate and grasp the end of the upper imaging guide. Carefully slide the imaging guide out of its track. IMPORTANT: Use care when handling the imaging guides. Hold the imaging guides by the green handles only.
  • Page 53 Replacing the feeder To replace the feeder module and separator roller, follow the steps module and separator below: roller (automatic feeder only) Replacing the feeder module: 1. Open the front cover. 2. Push the roller cover release lever toward the back of the machine. 3.
  • Page 54 Replacing the separator roller: 1. Open the front cover. 2. Push the roller cover release lever toward the back of the machine. 3. Grasp and rotate the roller cover toward the back of the machine, exposing the feeder module and separator roller. Roller cover release lever Roller cover...
  • Page 55 Ordering The following consumable parts can be ordered by calling: 1-800-431-7278. For a complete list of supplies, parts and tools, see replacement parts Chapter 9, Accessories. Imaging guides Upper: Part No. 964365 Lower: Part No. 942000 White exposure lamp: Part No. 964683 Automatic Document Feeder Module (for automatic feeder): CAT No.
  • Page 56 Operator Messages This chapter outlines the actions that should be taken by the user and system administrator when an operator message appears in the status display. If a message appears in the status display that is within the ranges E000-E299 or E500-E599, you should take the action indicated in the table(s) in this chapter.

  • Page 57: Operator Message Listing

    Operator message listing Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E000 Memory battery low — call service Call service — do not turn off the machine. E100 Please wait No action required. Wait for the message to clear. E101 Auto shut off, press RUN Press Run to continue.
  • Page 58 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E121 Check front patch reader Patch code not recognized. E122 Check rear patch reader Verify that the patch document was fed into the transport in the proper orientation. If not, refeed the path document. If so, change to a non-patch mode to continue;...
  • Page 59 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E204 Double document — refeed Press Clear and use the Next key to enter the correct image address and refeed document(s). For more information see Chapter 8, Using the Multi-Feed Detector. E205 Level overflow — press next level Press Clear and use the Next key to enter the correct image address, or press a level key for a higher level.
  • Page 60 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E230 Open access door to correct error Open the access door. Verify all operator accessible areas are properly closed. Press Run to continue. E231 Press JOG, and try again Press Jog and then press the Run key. Try again.
  • Page 61 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E281 OCR was reset — restart batch Use the Next key to enter a starting image address. Rerun the batch. E282 Comm buffer full — please wait System is busy. Wait until the message clears, then continue.
  • Page 62 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E500 System error Contact your system administrator. E501 A controlled power-down sequence is E502 required. E503 E512 E513 E550 E551 E552 E553 E562 E563 E504 Display communications error Press Jog to clear all documents from the E505 transport.
  • Page 63 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E600 various messages Turn the side panel switch off. through Turn the main power switch off. E699 Wait 5 to 10 seconds. Turn the main power switch on. Turn the side panel switch on. If the error repeats, or if additional errors are received, call service.

  • Page 64: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Trouble and remedy This chapter outlines some of the problems you may encounter and their probable causes and remedies. chart Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Scanner does not power on The power cord is not Push the power cord plug into the (status display does not connected.
  • Page 65 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Documents not stacking The exit hopper side guides are Refer to Chapter 2, “Adjusting the properly. not properly adjusted. exit hopper side guides and end stop”. The exit hopper end stop is not Refer to Chapter 2, “Adjusting the properly adjusted.
  • Page 66 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Multi-Feed Detection – if both Enable and Calibrate buttons are constantly illuminated.* Valid multi-feed detection or The scanner has encountered Press Run or either Multi-Feed the document did not pass a multi-fed document, or the Detector button. This under the document detection document missed the sensor.
  • Page 67 Clearing the If a document becomes lodged in the scanner transport system, the system stops running and a message appears in the status display. document path A document can become lodged in the transport system when: Documents are not fed straight (skewed). Documents are torn, badly folded, or wrinkled.
  • Page 68 Clearing documents Follow the steps below to clear the document path: NOTE: Illustrations shown in this section are shown using the semi- automatic feeder. 1. Check each transport area (Areas A through F) for documents lodged in the document path. You only have to remove the jammed document(s).
  • Page 69 The imaging guide To clear the imaging guide area (Area B): area 1. Open the right-side access door. Upper lamp housing assembly Upper imaging guide Lower imaging guide 2. Locate and remove only the upper imaging guide. IMPORTANT: Use care when handling the imaging guides. Hold the imaging guides by the green handles only.
  • Page 70 The lower roller To clear the lower roller assembly area (Area C): assembly area 1. Open the top cover. 2. Open the right-side access door. Vertical baffle handle Baffle plate Lower roller assembly 3. Remove the imaging guides (not shown in this illustration). IMPORTANT: Use care when handling the imaging guides.
  • Page 71 The vertical transport To clear the vertical transport area (Area D): area 1. Open the top cover. 2. Open the right-side access door. Vertical baffle han Baffle plate 3. Turn the vertical baffle latch handle counterclockwise to unlatch the baffle plate. Lower the baffle plate until it stops. 4.
  • Page 72 2. Locate and grasp the upper turn handle. 3. Push the upper turn handle down and lower the baffle plate until it stops. 4. Remove any documents or document pieces. 5. Raise the plate into its original position. Turn the vertical baffle latch clockwise to lock the baffle plate into position.
  • Page 73 Using the Multi-Feed Detector The Kodak Digital Science Multi-Feed Detector aids in document Introduction processing by detecting documents that may go through the feeder one on top of the other. Multi-feeds can easily happen due to damp documents, adhesives on documents, electrostatically charged documents, or a maladjusted feeder gap.
  • Page 74 The Multi-Feed Detector is controlled by two buttons located to the Enabling/disabling left of the document output tray as you are facing the machine. Multi-Feed Detector Calibrate Enable Calibrate (upper button) — allows you to calibrate the thickness threshold limit. Multi-Feed Detector Enable/Disable (lower button) —...
  • Page 75 You need to calibrate the Multi-Feed Detector to set the double Calibrating the Multi- thickness threshold. Calibration should be performed every time a Feed Detector set of documents with different thicknesses has to be scanned. If you are not scanning documents of different thicknesses, calibration should be performed more often (depending on the volume of documents being scanned), or at least one a week.
  • Page 76 When the Multi-Feed Detector is enabled, the scanner is continuously Operating the checking documents for multi-feeds when the transport is running. scanner with the When a multi-fed document is encountered, an error will be reported. Multi-Feed Detector The scanner will report a document as a true multi-fed document if it overlaps another document by ¾...
  • Page 77 Under normal circumstances, you should not need to adjust the Retracting the thickness sensor manually. However, if you are feeding documents of thickness sensor mixed thickness or lightweight documents, you may need to manually retract the thickness sensor. To do this: 1.
  • Page 78 5. Close the front cover. 6. If desired, calibrate and re-enable the Multi-Feed Detector . See the section entitled, “Calibrating the Multi-Feed Detector ” for more information. Error recovery methods are required when a multi-feed has been Error recovery detected. The two methods described below meet the needs of most users.
  • Page 79 Use the Batch/Offline method when your primary concern is efficient Batch/offline method use of time, duplicates in the database do not represent a problem, and there is adequate space in the scanned image database for the duplicate images (same images with different sequential ID numbers and image addresses.) Follow these steps to use the Batch/Offline method: 1.
  • Page 80 Accessories This chapter provides a list of available accessories for the Kodak Digital Science Document Scanner 9520. Operating instructions for most of these accessories can be found in this chapter. Other accessories are available but do not necessarily require any specific operating instructions.
  • Page 81 The following supplies are available and can be order through the Supplies Supplies Group 1 (888) 247-1234. Endorser It is recommended that at least one die drum, one die set, and two ink rollers be ordered. Supply Catalog # Die Drum 822 6896 Die Drum—Payee 835 7683...
  • Page 82 Roller Cleaning Pads 853 5981 Paper Path Cleaner 169 0783 United States and Canada Parts and tools are available through Parts Services at Eastman Kodak Company: Call Parts Services at 1(800) 431-7278, or Send a facsimile or (716) 724-3051 All other regions Parts and tools are available through Eastman Kodak Company’s Parts...
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  • Page 84 Scan directory (uni- or bi-directional reading) Partial read (number of partial read characters) This User’s Guide: explains what bar code types can be read and decoded by the Kodak Digital Science Bar Code Reader. provides specifications that must be followed when placing bar codes on documents.
  • Page 85 During installation, the type of bar code used is defined for each Bar code types mode. The Bar Code Reader is capable of reading and decoding three different types of bar codes. Code 3 of 9 — also known as Code 39, is a widely used code in which 9 bars or spaces comprise the characters, 3 of which are wide.
  • Page 86 The bar code height must be at least 0.40 in. (9.5 mm) or 25% of the bar code length, whichever is greater. More detailed specifications are provided in Kodak publication, Bar Code Made Easy (A-61099). Before feeding documents containing bar codes, verify the following: Before you begin Bar code reading is enabled in the current mode.
  • Page 87 Make sure that Bar Code Reading is enabled before feeding Enabling bar documents. code reading To enable Bar Code Reading at the mode level: Enter function code F60. Partial Bar Code Reading allows the scanner to read bar codes with a start character (and n characters beyond the start character that can be read) even if no end character is encountered.
  • Page 88 3=%KODAK — provides a measure of equipment performance by determining the read rate (percentage of bar codes read properly) of Kodak Bar Code Standard Test Documents. Two percentages are calculated each time the test is run;...
  • Page 89 (read rate) during normal document processing. If this occurs, the following steps will assist you in diagnosing the problem: 1. Perform test option 3=%KODAK. This test determines whether or not the reduction in readability is caused by a deficiency in the equipment.
  • Page 90 Evaluation. To use the Evaluate option: 1. Select 1=EVALUATE. Bar Code Type = 1=EVALUATE 2=DISPLAY 3=%KODAK 4=%NORM 2. Select either 1=Transport Off or 2=Transport On. 1=Transport Off 2=Transport On If you select 1=Transport Off, proceed to the next section entitled, “Static bar code evaluation”.
  • Page 91 Using the Imaging Station To place the bar code under the imaging station: 1. Open the right-side access door. Right-side access door 2. Grasp the end of the upper imaging guide and carefully slide the imaging guide out of its track. Upper imaging guide Lower...
  • Page 92 3. Take a sample bar code document and cut a 0.5 in. (12.5 mm) section out of the bar code. Make sure to leave an extra inch or so on each end of the bar code. Cutting line 0.5 in. 12.5 mm 1 in.
  • Page 93 Dynamic Bar Code Evaluation allows you to verify the speed of the Bar Dynamic bar code Code Reader and how well your Bar Code Reader is working. This evaluation test is performed with the transport on. Follow the procedures below to perform the Dynamic Bar Code Evaluation test.
  • Page 94 After the bar code has been placed under the scan head (when using Evaluating test the Static Bar Code Evaluation method) or the bar code document has results been fed into the transport (when using the Dynamic Bar Code Evaluation method), the following message will be displayed: Bar Code Type= Please wait…...
  • Page 95 Reflectance Fields (Grades A through F) Contrast — a comparison of the darkest element and the lightest element of the bar code. MOD — Modulation. A measure of the consistency of the overall bar code print clarity (all elements), specifically the occurrence of spots (in spaces) and voids (in bars).
  • Page 96 Table 2 — Common Causes of Low Bar Code Ratings Field Problem Type Cause Dimensional Bar codes not printed according to specifications (refer to Kodak publication Bar Code Made Easy, A-61099). Inaccurate measurements due to: Ink smearing (improper curing) Ink spreading (use of super-absorbent paper)
  • Page 97 Bar Code Type = 1=EVALUATE 2=DISPLAY 3=%KODAK 4=%NORM 2. Feed at least 100 Kodak test documents. As documents are fed into the transport, the Kodak documents fed value will increment. Kodak documents fed = 100 Current = xx.x% Historical = xx.x%...
  • Page 98 This test is the same as option the %KODAK option, except actual customer-application documents are used. The option is designed to provide a baseline value as well as the current read rate. A comparison of the two values provides a measure of bar code quality over a period of time.
  • Page 99 The first time the test is run, the two percentages will be the same. If the Current percentage is significantly lower than the Historical percentage, this indicates any reduction in the overall read rate may be caused by a deficiency in the bar codes being used. Perform the Evaluate option to determine the cause of the test results.
  • Page 100 Using the Check Feeder / Check Stacker The check feeder/check stacker provides continuous feeding of small- sized documents; such as, checks. To use the check feeder, follow the procedures below: Using the check feeder NOTE: Thick documents may be processed with the check feeder installed by using the hand-feed throat with the gap release lever held down.
  • Page 101 To clear a document jam in the check feeder, perform the following Clearing jams in the procedure: check feeder 1. Check the hand-feed throat first for any documents. 2. Remove the feeder top cover by carefully lifting up at the front edge and pulling it toward the front of the unit.
  • Page 102 Clean the check feeder daily to keep it in good operating condition. Cleaning the check feeder To clean the check feeder: 1. Remove the feeder top cover by carefully lifting up at the front edge and pulling it toward the front of the unit. 2.
  • Page 103 The check stacker provides efficient stacking of small documents. Using the check stacker During installation, modes are defined for use with specific applications. The check stacker operating mode is defined for each mode. One of two operating modes may be selected: Continuous mode, where the stacker operates whenever the transport is on.

  • Page 104: Total Document Count

    Using the Document Printer The Kodak Imagelink Document Printer 1 is capable of printing customer- specified information on customer documents. Front and/or rear printers are available. During installation, modes are defined for use with specific applications. If one or two Document Printers have been installed, any or all modes may allow use of the Document Printer(s).
  • Page 105 Font size — the font is defined at installation for each mode. The information printed may be small (8 x 9) or large (12 x 9). Character orientation — information is printed on each document in one of the following orientations: Cine, Cine 180, Comic and Comic 180. The character orientation is defined for each application mode at installation.
  • Page 106 Using the Document Before feeding documents which are to be imprinted, verify the following: Printer The Document Printer print head is in the proper position. One or both of the Document Printers are enabled. The correct starting print position is specified. A print test has been performed and the print quality is acceptable.
  • Page 107 3. Insert the Document Printer in the desired position in the transport plate making sure that the plastic tape has been removed from the printer slot. The following illustration shows how to align the tabs (solid and notched) when inserting a Document Printer 1. First Document Printer when properly installed, the Document Printer handle should point toward the front of the unit, with the solid...

  • Page 108: Restore Mode

    Enabling/disabling Make sure the Document Printer(s) are enabled prior to feeding the Document documents. Document Printers may be enabled/disabled at the mode level using function code F40. Printer(s) Function Code F44 allows you to omit printing on the next document only if the Document Printer(s) is enabled.
  • Page 109 Cleaning and priming To maintain print quality, a cleaning and priming procedure is necessary. the Document Printer IMPORTANT: Ink deposits or spills could occur if you are not careful during priming. 1. Open the front cover. 2. Note the current location of the Document Printer, then lift it from the transport plate.
  • Page 110 6. Verify that the ink flows smoothly through the jets by carefully inserting the end of a paper clip into the hole and gently pushing in on the bladder. 7. Allow a small amount of ink to escape to prime the cartridge. Remove the paper clip and observe the ink being drawn back into the bladder.
  • Page 111 Replacing the ink Replace the ink cartridge when any of the following conditions occur. cartridge When the rubber ink bladder appears shrunken or deflated. When the printed characters appear light or uneven. When missing characters are evident. When a print test reveals inconsistent character quality. When the cleaning and priming procedure has not improved the overall print quality.
  • Page 112 Using the Endorser The Kodak Imagelink Endorser automatically imprints endorsements on the back of documents (with a variety of die stamp styles) as they pass through the transport system. During installation, modes are defined for use with specific applications. The Endorser may be enabled or disabled for each mode. In addition, the desired Endorser mode and Endorser print position are defined for each mode.
  • Page 113 Before feeding documents requiring an endorsement, verify the Before you begin following: 1. The correct die drum is installed. 2. A new ink roller is installed (if print quality is not acceptable). 3. The correct date and code number is specified. 4.
  • Page 114 2. Push down the locking lever. 3. Press down and hold the latch to unlock the Endorser. 4. Rotate the Endorser toward the back of the unit. Latch Endorser Locking lever (Endorser rotates to the right) 5. Press down the drum locking lever located on the left side of the Endorser.
  • Page 115 7. Remove the rubber die by carefully prying it off. Insert a new rubber die in place of the old one. Ensure that it engages the spring clips at both sides. (If an entire die drum assembly is available to replace the die, this is not necessary.) Spring clip (Pry off at this edge)
  • Page 116 Feed several blank pages to ensure that the print quality is Changing the ink acceptable. If the endorsements are light or hard to read, you may roller need to replace the ink roller. NOTE: Before replacing the ink roller, place a protective cover over the work surface near your machine.
  • Page 117 To set the date and code number: Setting the date and code number 1. Open the top cover. 2. Push down the locking lever. Latch Endorser Locking lever (Endorser rotates to the right) 3. Press down on and hold the latch to unlock the Endorser. 4.
  • Page 118 7. Repeat the two previous steps until all of the fields are set. NOTE: Make sure that all characters on the drum are in line, flat and not off center so the ink will be picked up evenly for a high quality endorsement.
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  • Page 120 Using the Footswitch The Kodak Digital Science Footswitch provides a hands-off method of changing document image levels or performing commonly used function(s). You can change a document image level or perform a commonly used function simply by pressing, pressing and holding, or releasing the Footswitch.
  • Page 121 Enabling the The Footswitch confirmation tone may be used to signal that action has been taken as a result of the Footswitch being pressed or released. confirmation tone If your machine is configured for no confirmation tones, then no confirmation tones of any kind will be heard in any mode. If your machine is configured to allow confirmation tones, then you can disable (or enable) confirmation tones in any mode as desired.
  • Page 122 Footswitch Pressed Action Definition Sustained Level 0 All documents fed into the transport while the Footswitch is pressed and held are assigned Level 0. Sustained Level 1 All documents fed into the transport while the Footswitch is pressed and held are assigned Level 1.
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  • Page 124 Using the Patch Reader The Patch Reader controls document level changes by automatically sensing a predefined patch code and changing the document level accordingly. During installation, modes are defined for use with specific applications. Patch reading may be enabled or disabled for each mode. During installation, the patch type(s) used are defined for each mode.
  • Page 125 If the patch is not oriented properly, it may be misread, or not read at all. Detailed specifications for creating patch codes are provided in Patch Code Information for Kodak Imagelink Products (A-61599). 9-46 A-61139 March 2000...
  • Page 126 If the patch head is installed to read the rear of the documents being processed (not shown), it can only be moved by a Kodak Field Engineer. A-61139 March 2000...
  • Page 127 Two patch heads may be installed to read patches placed on the front, Using two patch rear or front and rear of the documents being processed. heads To move both patch heads: 1. Lift either of the patch heads out of the current location and place it in the desired location.
  • Page 128 Appendix A Basic Concepts This appendix provides the basic concepts associated with scanning documents. The scanner offers 18 modes that can be defined for a particular Modes application or group of applications. When you select a mode for use with a particular application, you are selecting the format/appearance of the output.

  • Page 129: Fixed Field

    Assume that in Mode 12: The index format is three-level. The image address Level 3 field length is 2 characters; the image address Level 2 field length is 2 characters; the image address Level 1 field length is 5 characters. The level rules are: Level 1 followed by Level 2;...
  • Page 130 For each mode, regardless of the indexing scheme used, the following four fields must be defined during installation: Field A. A numeric field representing document Level 1. Its value is incremented whenever a document is assigned Level 1. Field B. A numeric field representing document Level 2. Its value is incremented whenever a document is assigned Level 2.
  • Page 131 Using Function Code F92 Function code F92 allows you to set or change the image address fixed field. The number of characters in the image address fixed field is defined during installation for each mode. Using F92, you will not be allowed to enter more than the predefined number of characters.
  • Page 132 8. Use the Left or Right arrow key to position the flashing cursor over the letter E. 9. Press Enter to place the letter E in the second fixed field character position. The letters DE appear in the display, with the entry cursor appearing in the next character position.
  • Page 133 When using single level indexing, the image address assigned to each Single level indexing document is defined as follows: Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length greater than 0 Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length of 0 Field C (Level 3) is defined as having a field length of 0 Fixed field may be defined, if desired For example, if you scan a book with 50 pages, the image address has...
  • Page 134 When using two level indexing, the image address assigned to each Two level indexing document is defined as follows: Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length greater than 0 Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length greater than 0 Field C (Level 3) is defined as having a field length of 0 Fixed field may be defined, if desired For example, if you scan a book with 2 chapters (Chapter 1 has 40...
  • Page 135 When using two level offset indexing, the image address assigned to Two level offset indexing each document is defined as follows: Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length of 0 Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length greater than 0 Field C (Level 3) is defined as having a field length of 0 Fixed field may be defined, if desired For example, if you scan a book with 2 chapters (Chapter 1 has 40...
  • Page 136 When using three level indexing, the image address assigned to each Three level indexing document is defined as follows: Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length greater than 0 Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length greater than 0 Field C (Level 3) is defined as having a field length greater than 0 Fixed field may be defined, if desired For example, if you scan a book with two sections (Section 1 contains 2...
  • Page 137 When using three level offset indexing, the image address assigned to Three level offset each document is defined as follows: indexing Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length of 0 Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length greater than 0 Field C (Level 3) is defined as having a field length greater than 0 Fixed field may be defined, if desired For example, if you scan a book with two sections (Section 1 contains 2...

  • Page 138: Controlling Document Level Changes

    You may use the optional Kodak Digital Science Footswitch accessory; pressing, pressing and holding, or releasing the Footswitch can change document levels. You may use the optional Kodak Digital Science Patch Reader accessory; feeding a document containing a particular type of patch can change document levels.
  • Page 139 EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY Document Imaging Rochester, New York 14650 Kodak, Digital Science, Imagelink and the ds monogram symbol are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. Printed on recycled paper. DOCUMENT I M A G I N G A-61139 3/2000 © Eastman Kodak Company, 2000...

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