Avision FS-1204B User Manual

Avision FS-1204B User Manual

Sheet-fed type photo scanner

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Sheet-fed type
Photo Scanner
User's Manual
Regulatory model: FS-1204B
Avision Inc.
manual-en-250-0841-E-15+v1

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  • Page 1 Sheet-fed type Photo Scanner User’s Manual Regulatory model: FS-1204B Avision Inc. manual-en-250-0841-E-15+v1...
  • Page 2 Warranty The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Avision makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. Avision shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
  • Page 3 Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU CE compliance of this product is valid if powered with the correct CE-marked AC adapter provided by Avision. This product satisfies the Class B limits of EN55022, EN55024, safety requirements of EN 60950 and ROHS requirements of EN50581.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ..............1-1 Scanner package................1-2 Scanner overview .............. 2-1 Front view..................2-1 Rear view..................2-2 Installation & operation............. 3-1 Precautions ..................3-1 Suitable documents ................3-1 Powering on the scanner ..............3-2 Inserting a memory card or a USB flash drive........3-3 Choosing your desired resolution ............3-4 Scanning an original .................3-5 Using plastic sheaths ................3-7 Scanning dark or night pictures ............3-8...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the photo scanner. With this scanner, you can scan and store your photos directly to your memory card or USB flash drive without connecting it to any computer. Simply insert a memory card or a USB flash drive into the scanner, and turn it on.
  • Page 6: Scanner Package

    Scanner package Scanner Memory Card (User’s Guide) Sensor Cleaning Swab Roller Cleaning Tool Calibration Chart Power Adapter USB Cable Plastic Sheath Note: 1. Only use the AC adapter (DVE/DSA-12PFA-05 FUS 050200, DVE/DSA- 12PFA-05 FEU 050200, HONOR/ADS-5FN-06 05005GPCU, HONOR/ADS- 5N-06 05005G) included in the machine. Using other AC adapters may damage the machine and void the warranty.
  • Page 7: Scanner Overview

    Scanner overview Front view Name Function/ Description Indicate the operation status of the  scanner. During the scanning process, the indicator light is blinking in green or orange color. When error or paper jam, Indicator light the indicator light will be blinking in red. Indicate the scanning resolution.
  • Page 8: Rear View

    Rear view Name Function/ Description Memory card slot Insert a memory card. USB Flash Drive Insert a USB flash drive. Connect the scanner to a computer via Mini USB port a supplied USB cable. To connect the supplied power adapter Power jack to the scanner.
  • Page 9: Installation & Operation

    Installation & operation Precautions Keep the product out of direct sunlight. Direct exposure to the sun or  excessive heat may cause damage to the unit. Do not install the product in a humid or dusty place.  Be sure to use the proper AC power source. ...
  • Page 10: Powering On The Scanner

    Powering on the scanner Plug the small end of the power adapter cable to the power jack on the scanner. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet. Press the Power button ( ) for about 1 second to turn on the scanner. The Power LED light will be flashing and then solidly on.
  • Page 11: Inserting A Memory Card Or A Usb Flash Drive

    Inserting a memory card or a USB flash drive After turning on the scanner, if no memory card or USB flash drive has been plugged to the scanner, the LED light will be flashing in red. Simply insert a memory card or a USB flash drive to clear the warning. Insert a memory card into the memory card slot.
  • Page 12: Choosing Your Desired Resolution

    Choosing your desired resolution The scanner provides you option to switch your desired scanning resolution between 300 dpi and 600 dpi. To switch your scanning resolution, In Ready status, your original will be scanned in 300 dpi by default. To switch the scanning resolution to 600 dpi, short press the Function button ( ).
  • Page 13: Scanning An Original

    Scanning an original Insert your photo into the plastic sheath supplied with the scanner. (The detailed usage of the plastic sheath is described in the next page.) With the side to be scanned facing upward and in correct orientation, place the left edge of the original against the left edge of the feeding slot. Simply let go the original when it begins to feed into the slot.
  • Page 14 Important! If you are inserting your photo in a portrait orientation at 300 dpi, the scanned image will be automatically rotated in landscape orientation. Note the rotation feature is not available for 600 dpi. Scanning orientation (300 dpi) Scanned image...
  • Page 15: Using Plastic Sheaths

    Using plastic sheaths Always use the clear plastic sheath (included) when scanning photos to ensure the best scanning results. The sheath helps eliminate the possibility of de- focusing due to the uneven surface of curled photos. Curled photo Insert the photo into the plastic sheath as shown below. Insert the plastic sheath, flat and level, into the scanner’s feeding slot, folded side first, image facing up.
  • Page 16: Scanning Dark Or Night Pictures

    Scanning dark or night pictures When you need to scan dark or night pictures, be sure to insert your photo into the plastic sheath to avoid an incomplete scanned image. However, using the white plastic sheath will disable the auto crop (automatic crop your image according to your photo size) and deskew (auto straighten) functions.
  • Page 17: Powering Off The Scanner

    Powering off the scanner To turn off the scanner, simply long press the Power button ( ) for about 3 seconds. The LED indicator light will go off. Note: If the scanner has not been used for about 5 minutes, the scanner automatically powers off.
  • Page 18: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a computer By connecting the scanner to a computer, you can use the scanner as a memory card or flash disk reader, so that you can freely view or copy files from the memory card or flash disk using the computer. How to connect to a computer Connect the plug on the power adapter cable to the power connector on the scanner.
  • Page 19: Disconnecting The Scanner From A Computer

    7. After your scan, a folder with its subfolder titled DCIM\100Photo is added to the memory card and the scanned image will be saved in JPEG file format. Each scanned image is given a file name with the prefix scan followed by a 4- digit sequential number in the order the images are stored.
  • Page 20: Scanning Photos To Ipad, A Macintosh Computer, Or A Smartphone

    Scanning photos to iPad, a Macintosh computer, or a SmartPhone 5.1 Scanning photos to iPad With this scanner, you can scan your photos and import the scanned images to your iPad. To scan photos to your iPad, Important! Since the scanner is a USB device, please first make sure you have an iPad camera connector which is included in the iPad Camera Connection Kit.
  • Page 21: Scanning Photos To A Macintosh Computer

    Insert your photos to the feeding slot of the scanner. The scanner begins scanning. The thumbnail of the scanned images will be displayed in the Photo application of your iPad. Choose “Import” to import and organize the scanned images into the albums of your iPad.
  • Page 22: Scanning Documents To A Smartphone

    5.3 Scanning documents to a SmartPhone The product allows you to scan your documents to a SmartPhone which supports the mode of mass storage device. To scan your documents to a SmartPhone, please follow these steps: Unplug a memory card to your scanner and turn on your scanner. Connect one end of the USB cable that came with your SmartPhone to the USB Flash Drive port marked with a USB icon on your scanner and connect the other end to the USB port of your SmartPhone.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the roller Clean the scanner roller on the following conditions:  The scanned images have streaks or scratches.  The scanner does not feed document smoothly. Clean the scanner’s outer casing first using a soft, lintless cloth. Connect the power supply to the scanner. Place the supplied roller cleaning tool on the feeding slot, with the front end feeding first and the sponge end feeding last and holding by one hand as shown below:...
  • Page 24 The scanner starts feeding the cleaning tool automatically. When the feeding or cleaning process is completed, the feeding will be stopped by the sponge and the indicator light will blink twice in red to indicate the paperjam status. Press the Function button ( ).
  • Page 25: Cleaning The Image Sensor

    Cleaning the image sensor Clean the scanner’s outer casing first using a soft, lintless cloth. Make sure the scanner is disconnected from the power supply. With one hand pressing the product, insert the sensor cleaning swab into the feeding slot and align it to the sensor cleaning swab icon with the other hand as indicated.
  • Page 26: Calibrating The Scanner

    Calibrating the scanner If the scanned image looks fuzzy or there are strange stripes on it, the scanner may need to perform a calibration in order for the sensor to resume its original precision. To calibrate the scanner: You will need to have the calibration sheet ready. Follow the instructions of Cleaning the Roller and Image Sensor on the following section to clean the sensors.
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have problems with the operation of the product, please check the following troubleshooting hints. Frequently asked questions Question: There are strange lines on the scanned image, or the image is not clear. Answer: Check the following: Are there scratches on the original, or is the original clean? Remove  ...
  • Page 28: The Indicator Light Pattern

    Question: The scanned image is cut off when I scan dark or night pictures. Answer: Please insert your photo to the white plastic sheath to get a complete image. Question: The scanner feels warm to the touch. Answer: It is normal for the scanner to emit a small amount of heat (around 30-45 Celsius) after prolonged use.
  • Page 29: Technical Service

    7.3 Technical Service Before contact Avision, please prepare the following information: Scanner serial & revision number (located on the bottom of the scanner);  Please call us at: Headquarter Avision Inc. No. 20, Creation Road I, Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan, ROC...
  • Page 30: Specifications

    Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Sheet-fed type Specification Photo Scanner 50.8 x 50.8 mm (2”x 2”) ~ 127 x 178 mm (5” x 7”) Acceptable paper size Support 101.6 x 292 mm (4”x11.5”) ASP photo (only at 300 dpi) Output image formats JPEG with compression Flash...

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