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  • Page 1 Canon Color Image Scanner CanoScan FB630U/FB636U Product Product Guide Guide...

  • Page 2: How To Make Best Use Of The Manuals

    How to Make Best Use of the Manuals When you open the box Printed Manual CanoScan FB630U/FB636U Getting Started Electronic Manual CanoScan FB630U/FB636U Describes operating procedure from set up and Read Safety Product Guide software installation to scanning and confirmation Precautions in the of operation.

  • Page 3: How To Use The Product Guide

    How to Use the Product Guide This guide provides in-depth information on individual topics related to the CanoScan FB630U/FB636U color image scanner and the accompanying software CD-ROM. If you haven’t already read the [Getting Started] guide, we recommend that you follow its suggestions first before consulting this guide.

  • Page 4: Conventions Used In This Guide

    We respectfully request that you notify the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk if you have any questions or suggestions about this guide. Canon Inc. reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    How to Make Best Use of the Manuals ................. How to Use the Product Guide ..................Organization of the Product Guide ................Conventions Used in this Guide .................. Features of the CanoScan FB630U/FB636U ..............Safety Precautions ....................Setup and Use ....................... Components Guide .......................
  • Page 6 View the Electronic Manuals ..................What is an Electronic Manual? ................. Contents of the Electronic Manuals for Windows ..........Contents of the Electronic Manuals for Macintosh..........Reader Software for the Electronic Manuals ............Viewing Electronic Manuals ..................Using the Electronic Manuals ................... Displaying the CD-ROM Contents ..............

  • Page 7: Features Of The Canoscan Fb630U/Fb636U

    • Fine Color Tones and High Resolution Employs proprietary Canon LIDE scanning technology in an ultrahigh-sensitivity CIS (Contact Image Sensor). Reading 12 bits (4096 Colors) per red, green and blue (RGB) channel, the scanner offers 8-bit output that reproduces brilliant tones at high resolution.
  • Page 8 • It is illegal to reproduce currency, bills, negotiable securities and other prohibited WARNING documents. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution. • It is illegal to reproduce legal certificates, licenses, travel tickets, and certain public and private documents prohibited from reproduction.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    - metallic objects, such as necklaces - containers with liquid, such as cups, vases and flower pots If any of these objects or liquids enter the equipment, immediately unplug the USB cable and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

  • Page 10: About The Power Supply

    CAUTION • Do not place the equipment in the following areas. Fires or electric shocks may result. - Areas with high humidity - Areas subject to direct sunlight - Areas with high temperatures - Areas near flame sources • Do not place on shaky stands, unstable surfaces or surfaces subject to frequent vibrations. If the equipment falls, it may cause injuries.
  • Page 11 • If you hear unusual noises, see smoke, feel excessive heat or smell anything unusual, immediately unplug the USB cable and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Continued use may result in fires or electric shocks. • Do not use flammable sprays near this equipment. Also do not spill water, liquids, or flammable liquids on the equipment.

  • Page 12: Setup And Use

    Setup and Use In order to use this scanner safely, please obey the following warnings at all times. • Please use in an area where the following temperature and humidity conditions can be met. Surrounding temperature: 5 degrees - 35 degrees C (41 degrees - 95 degrees F) Surrounding humidity: 10% - 90% RH (without condensations) •...
  • Page 13 • Set up the scanner so that the cable reach from the scanner to the electrical outlet. • Do not set up in areas where there is an excessive fluctuation in temperature or humidity. Also do not move the equipment from high humidity areas to low humidity areas.
  • Page 14 Environments subject to shocks, Locations near TVs or devices smoke, noxious fumes, water vapor or generating strong magnetic fields dust Environments in which the air is salty or Locations subject to strong direct greasy sunlight...

  • Page 15: Components Guide

    Components Guide Scanning Unit Core component of the scanner, comprising the light source and sensing units (Usually Document Cover found at the front of the scanner) Holds documents in place Document Glass Alignment Mark Place documents here Align document edges here Start Button Starts the accompanying Lock Switch...
  • Page 16 USB Connector USB interface cable connects here • This scanner draws its power via the USB cable. Accordingly, there is no power switch and NOTE no other power cords or AC adapters to attach.

  • Page 17: How To Use The Scanner

    Chapter 1 How to Use the Scanner Connecting to the Computer ..18 About the USB Interface .....20 Positioning the Documents ..21 Transporting the Scanner ...23...

  • Page 18: Connecting To The Computer

    Connecting to the Computer Connect the scanner to your computer using the supplied USB interface cable. The USB interface allows three basic configurations. The scanner can be connected directly to the USB connector on the computer, directly to a USB hub that is connected to the computer, or to a throughput USB connector on another device that supports the USB interface.
  • Page 19 USB port on the computer. • The CanoScan FB630U/FB636U draws its power via the USB cable. Accordingly, a self-powered USB hub is required if you are using a hub and other USB devices are going to be connected...

  • Page 20: About The Usb Interface

    About the USB Interface The USB (Universal Serial Bus) interface is a new standard for connecting peripheral devices to computers. This interface can accommodate a wide array of devices, including scanners, keyboards, joysticks, printers and modems. Up to 127 devices can be connected to one USB controller, providing excellent expansibility.

  • Page 21: Positioning The Documents

    Positioning the Documents Position documents for scanning on the document glass, using the alignment mark as a guide. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
  • Page 22 • The maximum allowable size for scanning is 216 x 297 mm (8.5 x 11.69 inches), up to A4 WARNING or letter size. • This scanner is equipped with an ultra-sensitive scanning unit. Opening the document cover during scanning or improperly closing it may not produce proper results. When the document cover cannot be closed because you are scanning thick documents, such as books, cover the document glass with a dark cloth to prevent ambient light from affecting the scan.

  • Page 23: Transporting The Scanner

    Transporting the Scanner Always engage the lock before transporting the scanner. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
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  • Page 25: Chapter 2 How To Use The Canoscan Setup Utility Cd-Rom

    Chapter 2 How to Use the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM How to Use the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM ......26 View the Electronic Manuals ....33 Displaying the CD-ROM Contents .... 43 Troubleshooting ........45 Exiting the CanoScan Setup Utility ..46...

  • Page 26: How To Use The Canoscan Setup Utility Cd-Rom

    How to Use the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM The CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM included in the scanner package contains software and electronic manuals that will maximize your use of this scanner. This section explains how to use the CD-ROM. • Please note that separate CD-ROMs are provided for the Windows and Macintosh versions WARNING of the CanoScan Setup Utility.

  • Page 27: Starting The Canoscan Setup Utility For Windows

    Windows Starting the CanoScan Setup Utility for Windows Language select window will display to select your language, then the following window will automatically display. Menu Window of the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM (Windows)
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  • Page 29: Starting The Canoscan Setup Utility For Macintosh

    Macintosh Starting the CanoScan Setup Utility for Macintosh Language select window will display to select your language, then the following window will automatically display. Menu Window of the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM (Macintosh)
  • Page 30 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Double-click the [CanoScan FB630U/636U] CD-ROM icon. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...

  • Page 31: About The Menu Window

    About the Menu Window The following items appear on the menu. • Install/Uninstall Software (Windows) • Install Software (Macintosh) Click this to install the software onto your computer for operating the scanner. For installation instructions, please read Installing the Software in the Getting Started guide (p.
  • Page 32 • Do not remove the CD-ROM from the drive while using the CanoScan Setup Utility unless WARNING the program prompts you to do so. • Before you remove the CD-ROM from the drive, click the [Exit] button on the menu window to close the CanoScan Setup Utility.

  • Page 33: View The Electronic Manuals

    View the Electronic Manuals You can view electronic manuals contained on the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM. What is an Electronic Manual? Electronic manuals are provided in digital format for viewing on your computer monitor. They offer a variety of features not possible with printed manuals, such as the ability to jump to different topics with a single mouse click on a hyperlink, table of contents item or index item.

  • Page 34: Contents Of The Electronic Manuals For Macintosh

    • Ulead Photo Express 2.0 SE Operating manual for Ulead Photo Express 2.0 SE. For a detailed explanation of the operation of Ulead Photo Express 2.0 SE, please read this manual. • Caere OmniPage Limited Edition Operating manual for Caere OmniPage Limited Edition. For a detailed explanation of the operation of Caere OmniPage Limited Edition, please read this manual.

  • Page 35: Reader Software For The Electronic Manuals

    Reader Software for the Electronic Manuals The Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 program is required to view the electronic manuals. It should already be installed in your computer. If not, please see Installing the Software in the Getting Started guide (p. 8) for instructions. •...

  • Page 36: Viewing Electronic Manuals

    Viewing Electronic Manuals ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
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  • Page 38: Using The Electronic Manuals

    Using the Electronic Manuals Here is a simple explanation of how to read the electronic manuals. The procedures are similar for both the Windows and Macintosh platforms. Windows Macintosh...
  • Page 39 Windows screens are shown in these examples. • Changing Pages Move a page ahead or back with these buttons. Previous Next Manual Contents • Bookmark Display The bookmark display shows an overview area in which each topic and subtopic is bookmarked.
  • Page 40 • Zoom In/Out Zoom a page in or out. Click this icon to select the zoom tool, then click the area you wish to magnify. To zoom out, press and hold the [Ctrl] key then click inside the page. The display will zoom out (Macintosh: [option] key) •...
  • Page 41 Clicking on an item in the table of contents or index also takes you directly to that topic. Clicking on an item in the table of contents or index also takes you directly to that topic • Jump to a Topic with a Keyword Search Entering a keyword into the Find dialog takes you to the associated topic.
  • Page 42 • Exiting Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 Windows: Click the close box ( ) to exit Adobe Acrobat Reader. Macintosh: Click the [File] menu and select [Quit]. • Some manuals may not contain bookmark references, or may not jump to the selected NOTE topic when a page reference, table of contents item or index item is clicked.

  • Page 43: Displaying The Cd-Rom Contents

    Displaying the CD-ROM Contents Windows You can view a list of the folders and files contained on the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM. This function is available only on the Windows platform. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
  • Page 44 For intermediate and advanced computer users, we have listed some important files that are included on the CD-ROM. The information increases in detail from left to right. (F) denotes folders. Readme_e Lists updated information for the CD-ROM Setup The installer for the CanoScan Setup Utility Bin (F) Lists files for the CanoScan Setup Utility Acroread (F)

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The troubleshooting facility is intended to assist you in diagnosing and solving common problems with the equipment and scanning tasks. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...

  • Page 46: Exiting The Canoscan Setup Utility

    Exiting the CanoScan Setup Utility ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...

  • Page 47: Appendices

    Appendices Troubleshooting ......48 Care and Maintenance ....58 Major Specifications ....60 Index ..........61 Customer Support Help Desks ..63...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Please read the suggestions below when scanning isn’t proceeding as expected or when you encounter a problem operating the scanner. If the remedies suggested below do not solve your problem or your problem is not listed, consult your Canon retailer or the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk listed at the end of this manual.

  • Page 49: Problems With The Initial Connection Of The Scanner To A Usb Port

    Problems with the Initial Connection of the Scanner to a USB Port Scanner appears as an “Unknown Device” not a “CanoScan FB630U” (Windows) Cause 1: Computer or computer operating system is incompatible with the scanner, or the USB interface has not been enabled in the BIOS...

  • Page 50: Problems With Software Installation

    Nothing happens Cause 1: Incorrectly connected USB cable Solution: Check the USB cable to ensure that it is correctly attached (See Getting Started guide) Cause 2: For Windows: Scanner not supplied with an efficient 500 milliampere (mA) power Solution: Connect the scanner directly to a self-powered USB hub with a 500 milliampere (mA) bus power supply Problems with Software Installation Installation is unsuccessful...

  • Page 51: Problems Starting Software Programs

    Please double-click the following icons, then install manually CanoScan Setup Utility for Macintosh CD-ROM includes: To install Plug-in Module CS-U 3.3: Canon Plug-in Module Installer To install CanoScan Toolbox CS 1.2: CanoScan Toolbox Installer To install Adobe PhotoDeluxe 2.0: PhotoDeluxe\English\Adobe PhotoDeluxe Installer To install Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0: Adobe Acrobat®...
  • Page 52 Problems starting ScanGear CS-U as a TWAIN driver from within another application (Windows) Cause 1: Insufficient memory (RAM) available to start ScanGear CS-U Solution: Close other programs and start ScanGear CS-U Cause 2: ScanGear CS-U already running as a TWAIN driver within another application Solution: Close the ScanGear CS-U already running as a TWAIN driver (See ScanGear CS-U User’s guide electronic manual)

  • Page 53: Problems With The Scanner

    The computer will not detect the scanner correctly if the Scanners and Cameras icon is missing or the respective "CanoScan FB630U/FB636U" item is missing from the list. If either is missing, you must restart the installation from the beginning...

  • Page 54: Problems With Scanning

    Problems with Scanning Scanner will not scan Cause 1: Scanning unit locked Solution: Unlock scanning unit by setting lock switch to unlocked position (See p. 15) Cause 2: Software incorrectly installed Solution: Reinstall software (See Getting Started guide) Cause 3: For Windows: ScanGear CS-U not installed.
  • Page 55 Cause 3: Improperly closed or floating document cover Solution: Hold document cover down with hand during scan Cause 4: Dirty document glass or document cover Solution: Clean document glass or document cover (See p. 59) Cause 5: Incorrect scan settings Solution: Rescan with adjusted settings (See the ScanGear CS-U or Plug-in Module CS-U User’s Guide electronic manual)

  • Page 56: Other Questions

    Edges whitened on image scanned from thick book Cause: Scanner employs an ultra-sensitive scanning unit that picks up light from around the edges of the book if the document cover cannot be completely closed Solution: Cover the book and document glass with a dark cloth to prevent ambient light from affecting the scan Slow scanning speed Cause 1:...
  • Page 57 Procedures 1. Double-click the [Scanners and Cameras] icon in the Windows Control Panel. 2. In the [Devices] tab, select [CanoScan FB630U] or [CanoScan FB636U] and click the [Remove] button. 3. Click the [OK] button. 4. Click the Windows [Start] button and select [Programs] and [Explorer] to start Explorer.

  • Page 58: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Clean off the dirt and dust that adheres to the exterior, document glass and document cover of the scanner during the course of ordinary operation using the following procedures. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
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  • Page 60: Major Specifications

    Major Specifications CanoScan FB630U/FB636U Scanner Type Flatbed (stationary document type) Scanning Element CIS (Contact Image Sensor) Light Source Three-color RGB LED’s Optical Resolution 600 x 1200 dpi Selectable Resolution 50 - 9600 dpi (ScanGear CS-U), 12 - 9600 dpi (Plug-in Module CS-U)

  • Page 61: Index

    Index Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 Document Cover 15, 21-22 Exiting Document Glass Installation Jumping 39-41 Electronic Manuals 2, 36-37 Keyword Searches Adobe PhotoDeluxe 2.0 Viewing Electronic Manuals 33-37 ScanGear Toolbox CS Zooming CanoScan Toolbox CS Alignment Mark 15, Caere OmniPage Limited Edition Plug-in Module CS-U CanoScan Setup Utility Product Guide 33,...
  • Page 62 Maximum Scanning Size Positioning Documents Power Supply 10, Safety Precautions 9-14 Scanning Unit 15, Shielded Cable Specifications Start Button 7, 15, Transport 15, 23-24 Troubleshooting 48-57 Cables 10, 16, 18, 49, 50, 51, 54, Connectors 16, 18, Devices 18, Hubs 18, 20, 50, Interface 7, 20, Port 20,...

  • Page 63: Customer Support Help Desks

    Palazzo L, Strada 6, 20089 Woodhatch, Reigate Milanofiori-Rozzano (MI), Italy Surrey RH2 8BF, United Kingdom TEL: 02/8248. 1 FAX: 02/8248. 4604 For technical support, please contact Canon Helpdesk. Pronto Canon 02/8249. 2000 Helpdesk: http://www.canon.it P.O. Box 431, Wallington, Surrey SM6 0XU...
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