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  • Page 1 CanoScan FB330P/FB630P Color Scanner Product Guide...

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

    Precautions in the Product Guide first. When you have read this guide, finished setting up the scanner and want to know how to achieve better scanning results, read ... Electronic Manual CanoCraft CS-P 3.7 User's Guide Explains how to use the CanoCraft CS-P 3.7 capture and...

  • Page 3: How To Use The Product Guide

    Organization of this Guide This guide tackles the scanner and software topics that could not be accommodated in the Getting Started guide. Each topic is intended to be read as a discrete unit. You need only read the topics that apply.

  • Page 4: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions Used in this Guide This symbol indicates precautions that must be taken when WARNING operating the equipment. Ensure that you read all warnings. This symbol indicates supplementary operating procedures and other NOTE useful information. Read these notes at your own discretion. Use of shielded cable is necessary to comply with the technical requirements of EMC Directive.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Features of CanoScan FB330P/FB630P Color Scanners ... 8 Safety Precautions ... 10 Setup and Use ... 14 Components Guide ... 17 Chapter 1 Placement and Connections ... 19 The Scanning Unit Lock ... 20 Unlocking the Scanning Unit ... 20 Locking the Scanning Unit ...
  • Page 6 Other Questions ... 70 Precautions with Printers ... 71 The Scanner and the Printer Cannot Be Operated at the Same Time ... 71 Using Windows Printing System (WPS) Printers ... 71 What to Do if a Printer is Not Operating Correctly ... 71...
  • Page 7 2. The equipment and software described in this guide are subject to change without notice. 3. Notwithstanding the considerable care taken in preparing this guide, please note that Canon Inc. does not accept liability for any results arising from the operation of the equipment or software mentioned herein.

  • Page 8: Features Of Canoscan Fb330P/Fb630P Color Scanners

    World’s smallest and slimmest A4/Letter size scanner (256 mm wide x 372.5 mm long x 39 mm high). Weighing only 1.5 kilograms (3.3 pounds), this scanner is so light that it can easily be placed or moved to suit your convenience.
  • Page 9 Fine Color Tones and High Resolution Scanning method employs proprietary Canon LIDE scanning technology in an ultrahigh-sensitivity CIS (contact image sensor). Reading 12 bits (4,096 colors) per red, green and blue (RGB) channel, the scanner offers 8-bit output that reproduces brilliant tones at high resolution.

  • Page 10: 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 AC adapter and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

  • Page 11: 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.

  • Page 12: General Handling Precautions

    • If you hear unusual noises, see smoke, feel excessive heat or smell anything unusual, immediately unplug the AC adapter and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Continued use may result in fires or electric shocks.
  • Page 13 • When cleaning the equipment, always unplug the AC adapter. Otherwise you could cause a fire or receive an electric shock. • When cleaning the equipment, use a water-moistened cloth that is well wrung out. Do not use flammable liquids such as alcohol, benzene or thinners. If a flammable liquid enters the inner electrical parts, it may cause fires or electric shocks.

  • Page 14: Setup And Use

    Setup and Use In order to use this scanner safely, please observe 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: •...
  • Page 15 • Set up the scanner so that the cable reaches 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 humid- ity areas.
  • Page 16 Environments subject to shocks, Locations near TVs or devices generat- smoke, noxious fumes, water vapor or ing strong magnetic fields dust Environments in which the air is salty or Locations subject to strong direct greasy sunlight...

  • Page 17: Components Guide

    Lock Switch Locks and unlocks the scanning unit Document Cover Holds documents in place Document Glass Place documents here Scanning Unit Core component of the scanner, comprising the light source and sensing units (Usually found at the front of the scanner)
  • Page 18 • Do not tilt the scanner more than 90˚ when checking or operating the WARNING lock. • Always unlock the scanner before plugging in the AC adapter. Operating the scanner in the locked state may damage the equipment. • Lock the scanning unit before transporting it in a vehicle...

  • Page 19: Chapter 1 Placement And Connections

    Chapter 1 Placement and Connections The Scanning Unit Lock ... 20 Connecting to a Computer ... 22 Connecting the Power Cord (Turning on the Power) ... 26...

  • Page 20: The Scanning Unit Lock

    The Scanning Unit Lock The scanner is shipped with the scanning unit locked to prevent damage during transport. You must unlock it to use the scanner. Unlocking the Scanning Unit 1. Find the lock switch on the underside of the scanner.
  • Page 21 2. Confirm that the scanning unit is at the front of the scanner. First check to make sure that all documents have been removed from the document glass. Then close the document cover, and after you have plugged the power cord plug into the scanner, plug the AC Adapter into the electrical outlet.

  • Page 22: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Once you have determined the ideal placement, connect the scanner to the computer as shown below. • Ensure that the computer’s power is off before attempting these procedures. WARNING In addition, ensure that the scanner’s AC adapter is unplugged.
  • Page 23 Parallel or Printer. It is generally found on the back panel of the computer. • If a printer is already connected to the computer, detach the printer cable from the parallel port. Parallel Cable Parallel Cable Scanner’s PC Port...

  • Page 24: Connecting A Printer To The Scanner

    Connecting a Printer to the Scanner To add a printer to the configuration, connect the printer to the printer port on the scanner. Printer Port on the Scanner Printer Cable Use the cable supplied with the printer PC Port on the Scanner...
  • Page 25 Refer to the notice titled What to Do if a Printer is Not Operating Correctly • Since data is sent through the scanner to the printer, ensure that the scanner power is on before attempting to print even when not using the scanner.

  • Page 26: Connecting The Power Cord (Turning On The Power)

    WARNING Other adapters may damage the equipment. • There is no power switch on this scanner. The power is activated as soon as the AC adapter is plugged into a power source. The unit can be left on standby with the AC adapter plugged in under normal operating conditions.

  • Page 27: Chapter 2 The Software Cd-Rom

    Chapter 2 The Software CD-ROM How to Use the Software CD-ROM ... 28 Installing the Software ... 32 Viewing Electronic Manuals ... 36 Displaying the CD-ROM Contents ... 46 Troubleshooting ... 49...

  • Page 28: How To Use The Software Cd-Rom

    How to Use the Software CD-ROM The CD-ROM included in the scanner package contains software and electronic manuals that will maximize your use of the scanner. This section explains how to use the CD-ROM. Running the CD-ROM Menu Program The CD-ROM menu program will automatically display when you place the disk in the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 29: If The Cd-Rom Menu Fails To Appear

    If the CD-ROM Menu Fails to Appear 1. Click the [My Computer] icon on the Windows desktop. 2. Double-click the CD-ROM icon titled [Canoscan (D:)] that appears in the My Computer window. Although an “(D:)” appears after the CD-ROM title in this example, indicating the name of the drive, it may be labeled with a different letter on your system.

  • Page 30: About The Menu Window

    4. CanoScan Setup Utility window will display. About the Menu Window The following items can be selected from the menu window. Install/Uninstall Software Installs the software onto your computer’s hard drive that is required for scanning. Can also be used to uninstall the software. View the Electronic Manuals Presents electronic manuals for the software contained on the disk.
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting Presents troubleshooting tips when scanning isn’t proceeding as expected or when you encounter a problem operating the scanner. Exit Closes the CD-ROM menu program. Each of these items is described on the following pages.

  • Page 32: Installing The Software

    Software Titles CanoCraft CS-P 3.7 (Approximately 9 MB) A specialized program required for scanning images with CanoScan FB330P/FB630P scanners. Ensure that you install this program. (CanoCraft CS-P 3.7 is hereafter referred to as CanoCraft CS-P.) CanoCraft CS-P Copy Installed automatically with CanoCraft CS-P. A program that allows your computer, scanner and printer easily make a color copy.

  • Page 33: Installing The Software

    NOTE of the Getting Started guide, starting on page 23. Installing the Software • Do not remove the CD-ROM from its drive or power the scanner down WARNING during installation of the software unless prompted by an on-screen message of CanoScan Setup Utility.
  • Page 34 1. Confirm that the scanner is properly connected and powered up. Place the CD-ROM in the computer drive. Select your language from the language select window. 2. Click the [Install/Uninstall Software] button from the CD-ROM menu that automatically appears. The following dialog will display.
  • Page 35 We recommend installing all the programs under normal circumstances. Experienced computer users may wish to selectively install the programs. However, the CanoCraft CS-P must be installed to operate the scanner. Once installation of all the software is complete, follow the on-screen instructions of CanoScan Setup Utility to restart your computer.

  • Page 36: Viewing Electronic Manuals

    Viewing Electronic Manuals You can view electronic manuals contained on the software CD-ROM. What is an Electronic Manual? On-screen manuals are provided in a 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 or item in the table of contents or index.

  • Page 37: Software For Viewing Electronic Manuals

    Ulead Photo Express 2.0 SE Refer to this manual for detailed instructions on how to use the Ulead Photo Express 2.0 SE graphics program. Caere OmniPage Limited Edition Refer to this manual for detailed instructions on how to use the Caere OmniPage Limited Edition optical character recognition program.

  • Page 38: Viewing Electronic Manuals

    Viewing Electronic Manuals 1. Click [View the Electronic Manuals] in the CD-ROM menu. The following window will display. View the Electronic Manuals 2. Select the manual you wish to view. Adobe Acrobat Reader will automatically display the selected manual. 3. Click [Return to the previous menu] when you have finished viewing. Click the of the Adobe Acrobat Reader Window.

  • Page 39: How To Operate Electronic Manuals

    How to Operate Electronic Manuals This section briefly explains how to use the major functions of Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the electronic manuals. Changing Pages Page ahead or back with the buttons below. Next Previous Manual Contents...
  • Page 40 Bookmark Display The bookmark display shows an overview area in which each topic and subtopic is bookmarked. Click on a bookmark to jump directly to that topic. Click the icon of the topic you wish to view Select bookmark display with this button...
  • Page 41 Zoom In/Out Zoom in or out on part of a page. Hold the [Ctrl] and click the zoom tool on the page to zoom out Click this icon to select the zoom tool, then click on the area you wish to magnify...
  • Page 42 Click a Page Reference to Jump to a Topic Clicking on a page reference (hyperlink) takes you directly to that topic. Clicking on a page reference takes you directly to that topic...
  • Page 43 Clicking on an item in the table of contents or index also takes you directly to that topic. Clicking on a table of contents or index item takes you directly to that topic...
  • Page 44 Jump to a Topic with a Keyword Search Entering a keyword into the Find dialog takes you to the associated topic. Click the [Tools] menu and select [Find] to initiate a search Enter a keyword and click the [Find] button...
  • Page 45 Exit Adobe Acrobat Reader • Some manuals may not contain bookmark references, or may not jump to NOTE the selected topic when a page reference or item in the table of contents and index is clicked. • For more information on Adobe Acrobat Reader, please refer to the [Reader Online Guide] in its [Help] menu.

  • Page 46: Displaying The Cd-Rom Contents

    Displaying the CD-ROM Contents You can view a list of the folders and files contained on the CD-ROM. 1. Click [Display the CD-ROM Contents] in the CD-ROM menu. The following window will display. Display the CD-ROM Contents 2. Click the icon of a folder to view its contents. The contents of selected folder will display.
  • Page 47 The major files on the CD-ROM are shown below for experienced and expert users. The folders and files are arranged hierarchically from left to right. “F” denotes a folder. Readme Setup Bin (F) Acroread (F) English (F) Ar32e301 Ople (F) Disk1 (F) Setup Photoex (F)
  • Page 48 CanoCrft (F) English (F) Disk1 (F) Readme Toolbox (F) English (F) Disk1 (F) Readme Setup Installs CanoCraft CS-P Setup Installs ScanGear Toolbox CS...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The troubleshooting facility is intended to assist you when you think there is a malfunction or you are having problems performing a task. 1. Click [Troubleshooting] in the CD-ROM menu. The following window will display. Troubleshooting 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to proceed through the trouble- shooting section.

  • Page 50: Exiting The Cd-Rom Menu Program

    Exiting the CD-ROM Menu Program 1. Return to the menu window. 2. Click the [Exit] button. The menu window will close. 3. Remove the CD-ROM from the drive. Handle the disk with care and store it in a safe place.

  • Page 51: Chapter 3 How To Use The Scanner

    Chapter 3 How to Use the Scanner Positioning Documents ... 52 About CanoCraft CS-P ... 54...

  • Page 52: Positioning Documents

    1. Lift the document cover. 2. Place the document face down on the document glass with its top edge at the front of the scanner (the edge farthest away from the document cover hinge). Align the edges of the document with the alignment mark.
  • Page 53 WARNING inches), up to A4 size 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...

  • Page 54: About Canocraft Cs-P

    About CanoCraft CS-P CanoCraft CS-P is the software program that works with the scanner to load images into your computer. CanoCraft CS-P can be started two ways. • As a stand-alone program • As a TWAIN driver within a graphics program (see page 56 for expla-...
  • Page 55 CanoCraft CS-P will start and display the following window. Use this win- dow to preview and scan images. For instructions for these procedures, please see the electronic manual entitled CanoCraft CS-P User’s Guide.

  • Page 56: Canocraft Cs-P As A Twain Driver

    For example, you can start Ulead Photo Express 2.0 SE and use its buttons to open a TWAIN driver for the scanner. A CanoCraft CS-P window will display. 1. Ensure that the scanner is plugged.
  • Page 57 Ulead Photo Express 2.0 SE will start and its window will display. 3. Click the [File] menu and select [Acquire] and [Scanner] in succession.
  • Page 58 4. Confirm that [CanoScan FB330P/FB630P] is selected in the [Select data source:] list box and click the [Acquire] button. The CanoCraft CS-P window will appear in the Ulead Photo Express 2.0 SE window. Use this window to scan a document.
  • Page 59 • If your system is set up for a digital camera or another scanner in addition NOTE to this scanner, the name of that scanner may appear in the [Select data source:] list box. In that case, click the arrow button on the list box and select [CanoScan FB330P/FB630P].

  • Page 60: Appendices

    Appendices Troubleshooting ... 61 Precautions with Printers ... 71 Care and Maintenance ... 75 Major Specifications ... 77...

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    If the remedies suggested below do not solve your problem or your problem isn’t listed below, consult your Canon vender or the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk • When you contact a Customer Support Help Desk, our technicians will NOTE need to know about the computer connected to the scanner.

  • Page 62: Problems Starting Software Programs

    [D:\MANUAL] folder and open the PDF files in the respective subfolders Problems Starting Software Programs [No Scanners detected. Please check if CanoScan FB330P/FB630P is connected properly.] message displays Cause 1: Scanner not detected because the AC adapter is not correctly...
  • Page 63 Cause 2: Scanner not detected because the power cord plug is not correctly connected to the scanner Solution: Reconnect the power cord to the scanner Cause 3: Scanner not detected because a parallel cable is not securely fastened to the scanner or computer Solution: Securely fasten the parallel cables (See p.
  • Page 64 Problems starting CanoCraft CS-P as a TWAIN driver from within another application Cause 1: Insufficient memory (RAM) available to start CanoCraft CS-P Solution: Close other programs and start CanoCraft CS-P Cause 2: CanoCraft CS-P already running as a stand-alone program Solution: Close the version of CanoCraft CS-P that is already running Cause 3:...

  • Page 65: Problems With Scanning

    Problems with Scanning Scanner will not scan Cause 1: Scanner not powered up Solution: Securely connect the AC adapter to the scanner and electrical outlet Cause 2: Scanning unit locked Solution: Unlock scanning unit by setting lock switch to unlocked posi- tion (See p.
  • Page 66 Rescan after removing or transferring unnecessary files to another disk or specify another disk as the save location Scanning unit fails to return to ready position (front of scanner) Cause: AC adapter out of contact with electrical outlet or scanner while...
  • Page 67 Cause 6: A power cord is too close to the scanner. Solution: Move all power cords away from the top of the scanner and surrounding area Glossy color photo will not scan clearly Cause: Optical interference created by the photo adhering to...
  • Page 68 Improper parallel port setting Solution: Adjust parallel port setting (See Getting Started) Cause 2: Computer can only interface with the scanner with the parallel port setting set to the slowest mode (Nibble mode) Solution: Faster speed not obtainable with current computer...

  • Page 69: Problems With Printing

    Scanner not powered up Solution: Since data is sent through the scanner to the printer, the scanner power must be on to print. Connect the AC adapter to the scanner and electrical outlet Cause 3: WPS (Windows Printing System) printer in use...

  • Page 70: Other Questions

    Other Questions Is this scanner compatible with SCSI controllers? Answer: No. This scanner can only interface through a parallel port connection Can a Film Adapter Unit be used with this scanner? Answer: Can an Automatic Document Feeder be used with this scanner?

  • Page 71: Precautions With Printers

    Precautions with Printers The following precautions should be observed when using a printer in conjunction with the scanner. The Scanner and the Printer Cannot Be Operated at the Same Time The scanner and printer both use the same parallel port, making it impossible to scan during printing or print during scanning.
  • Page 72 Epson inkjet printers, to the scanner’s printer port will cause the scanner or printer to malfunction. Such printers must be handled as follows: • Contact the manufacturer to find out whether or not your printer uses NOTE the standard Windows parallel port driver.
  • Page 73 Use of the Epson Printer Window software that accompanies Epson printers may cause the scanner’s scan speed to drop dramatically, failure of the scanner to be recognized by the computer and incorrect operation of CanoCraft CS-P.
  • Page 74 Please refer to the instructions that accompanied your printer for an explanation of this operation. If this does not solve the problem, connect the printer directly to the computer’s parallel port and alternate with the scanner as required.

  • Page 75: 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. 1. Power down the computer and peripheral devices.

  • Page 76: Document Glass

    Outer Casing Document Cover Document Glass Thinner Benzene Never use substances containing thinners or benzene to clean the equipment...

  • Page 77: Major Specifications

    Major Specifications Scanner Type Scanning Element Light Source Optical Resolution Selectable Resolution Scanning Bit Color Depth Grayscale Dithering Scanning Speed Color Grayscale B&W Prescan Speed Interface Maximum Document Size CanoScan FB330P Flatbed (stationary document type) CIS (Contact Image Sensor) Three-color RGB LEDs...
  • Page 78 Weight Operating Range Temperature Humidity *1 Transfer time to computer is not included. *2 Type of AC adapter depends on the area where the scanner is used. Subject to change without notice CanoScan FB330P AC Adapter (100/120/230/240 V) 9 watts maximum, standby 5 watts (using supplied adapter) 256 x 372.5 x 39 mm (10.1 x 14.7 x 2.5 inches)
  • Page 79 Adobe Acrobat Reader 33, 37-45 Alignment Mark 17, Bookmark Display CanoCraft CS-P as a Stand-Alone Application CanoCraft CS-P as a TWAIN Driver CanoCraft CS-P Copy Canon Printers Care and Maintenance CD-ROM 28-31, 46-48 CD-ROM Menu Program 28-31 Changing Pages Cleaning...
  • Page 80 PC Port 18, 22-24 Placement Positioning Documents 52-53 Power Cord 18, Power Supply 11, Power Switch Power Terminal 18, Powering Down the Scanner Precautions with Printers Printer Cable Printer Connections Printer Port 18, Printer Settings 71-74 Safety Precautions Save Button...

  • Page 81: Customer Support Help Desk

    Customer Support Help Desk CANON (UK) LTD. Woodhatch, Reigate Surrey RH2 8BF, United Kingdom For technical support, please contact Canon Helpdesk. Helpdesk: P.O. Box 431, Wallington, Surrey SM6 0XU TEL: (08705) 143 723 FAX: (08705) 143 340 For sales enquiries: (0121) 666-6262 CANON FRANCE S.A.
  • Page 82 CANON NEW ZEALAND LTD. Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna P.O. Box 33-336 Auckland, New Zealand Info-Line: 0900-522666 CANON HONG KONG CO., LTD. 10/F, Lippo Sun Plaza, 28 Canton Road Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel: (852)2739 0802 Fax: (852)2739 7701 CANON SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.

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