Microtek LS-3800 User Manual

Microtek LS-3800 User Manual

A1 large-format scanner

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A1 Large-Format
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LS-3800
User's Manual
www.microtek.com

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  • Page 1 A1 Large-Format Scanner LS-3800 User's Manual www.microtek.com...
  • Page 2: Preface

    The contents of this manual have been checked carefully for accuracy, and every effort has been made to ensure that there are no errors. However, Microtek makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of the contents of this document and reserves the right to make changes to the contents without prior warning.
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    • Do not place the scanner on any slippery, slanted, or unstable surface. The product may slide or fall, causing serious injury to people as well as serious damage to the product. LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 4 When you need a repair service, unplug the scanner from the power outlet and consult qualified service personnel. • When replacement parts are required, use replacement parts that are specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts. LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Positioning the Materials ..............16 Using ScanWizard Graph Software ............ 17 Using Optional ScanWizard DTG Software ......... 20 Using Optional ScanWizard Cubi Software ......... 22 Cleaning the Glass Surface ...............24 Maintenance ..................24 Appendix ...................25 Troubleshooting ................25 Specifications ................. 26 LS-3800 User's Manual...
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  • Page 7: Knowing About Your Scanner

    Knowing about Your Scanner The LS-3800 scanner is professional scanner exclusively designed for transferring large-format originals into digital formats. The scanner can capture large-size graphs quickly, such as maps and blueprints, providing the professionals a convenient method to digitize the originals for the electric data storage.
  • Page 8: System Requirements

    Color display with 24-bit color output capability • 8 GB RAM or more recommended • Intel Core i5 processor at 3.0 GHz PC or higher with USB 2.0 port • Microsoft Windows 7 (64-bit), 8 (64-bit) or 10 (64-bit) LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 9: Taking A Closer Look

    Turns the scanner on or off. Hi-Speed USB Port Connects the Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) cable to the computer. Casters with Locks (4) Used to move or lock the scanner. Ruler Used as a reference to position a scanned document in center. LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 10: Initiate Setup

    Initiate Setup Step 1: Unpacking Package Contents After unpacking your scanner package, please check for the major components listed below. Scanner Power cord Software CD/DVD Hi-Speed USB cable LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 11: Step 2: Installing The Software

    After you finish the installation of software, if you found that the installed drivers and software cannot run your product or your computer system properly later, please go to the Microtek Download Service site at ww7.microtek.com.tw/service.php to download and install any updates you may require.
  • Page 12: Step 3: Keeping The Scanner In Place

    Spin the Elevating Knob clockwise and the black pedestal will be moved down and then touched the ground. 3. Repeat the step 2 until four black pedestals have been moved down and stabilized on the ground. LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 13 Continually, spin the red gear until the black pedestal is fully raised from the ground. Repeat the step 1 until four black pedestal have been moved up from the ground. Spin the Elevating Knob counterclockwise until the black pedestal is moved up from the ground. LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 14: Step 4: Unlocking The Scanner

    Push down with force and turn the locking screw clockwise 90 degrees to the lock position. Shut down Microtek scanning software program and turn off your scanner. Hereby, the scanner is ready for transport.
  • Page 15: Step 5: Connecting The Scanner

    (the green power light) will be turned on as well. To the Hi-Speed USB Cable 1. Connect one end of the Hi-Speed USB cable to your computer. 2. Connect the other end of the Hi-Speed USB cable to the scanner. LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 16: Scanning The Materials

    3. Lower the upper cover of the scanner gently. Note: When opening or closing the upper cover of the scanner, watch out for the position of upper cover to prevent pressing and hurting for your hands. Ruler LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 17: Using Scanwizard Graph Software

    For more information, see the Color Matching Setup section in the ScanWizard Graph Reference Manual in the Microtek Software CD/DVD. 3. Go to the Preview window of ScanWizard Graph, and choose Reflective from the Scan Material menu.
  • Page 18 Done/Save button, and the scanner will automatically scan and save your image based on your settings. Note: For more information about ScanWizard Graph scanning software, see the manual of ScanWizard Graph in the Microtek Software CD/DVD. LS-3800 User's Manual...
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  • Page 20: Using Optional Scanwizard Dtg Software

    If necessary, click an area of the image in the Navigation window to display that area in the Index Preview Area . Optimize the image by using the provided tools for your needs. 6. When done, click the Export button to save the scanned or/and optimized image. LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 21 The scanned or/and optimized image can be saved as a file in your selected folder. Note: For more information about ScanWizard DTG scanning software, see the manual of ScanWizard DTG in the Microtek ScanWizard DTG CD/DVD. ScanWizard DTG (AP) interface Click to switch to the ScanWizard DTG (TWAIN) interface.
  • Page 22: Using Optional Scanwizard Cubi Software

    When done, the selected image will be displayed in the Navigation window and Index Preview window. If necessary, click an area of the image in the Navigation window to display that area in the Index Preview Area . LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 23 The scanned or/and optimized image can be saved as a file in your selected folder. Note: For more information about ScanWizard Cubi scanning software, see the manual of ScanWizard Cubi in the Microtek ScanWizard Cubi CD/DVD. ScanWizard Cubi (AP) interface Click to switch to the ScanWizard Cubi (TWAIN) interface.
  • Page 24: Cleaning The Glass Surface

    In this cases, contact your local dealers or wholesales for the maintenance services. Note: Your scanner need a professional to perform the required service or maintenance. Do not attend to fix or perform the maintenance by yourself, or it may cause dangers to you or the scanner. LS-3800 User's Manual...
  • Page 25: Appendix

    Make sure your scanner is connected to your computer and plugged into a power source. 2. The Add/Remove Hardware Wizard appears on your screen. Click the “Cancel” button and close the Microtek scanning software. Disconnect the Hi-Speed USB cable from your computer, and refer to the installation instructions in this document.
  • Page 26: Specifications

    Important: Please never attempt to open or service the machine by yourself; or, this will void your warranty. Specifications, software bundles, and accessories are subject to change without notice. Not responsible for typographic errors. LS-3800 User's Manual...

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