Page 1 Network Scanner User's Manual Regulatory model: FL-1801H Avision Inc.
Page 2 Copyrights and Trademarks Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation. Microsoft, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
Page 3: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Compliance Information Statement
RED (Radio Equipment Directive) (2014/53/EC)  CE compliance of this product is valid if powered with the correct CE-marked AC adapter provide by Avision. This product satisfies the Class B limits of EN55022, EN55024, safety requirements of EN 60950 and ROHS requirements of EN50581.
Page 4 *Note the operating temperature for the battery is from -20° to 60° C. And the operating temperature for the product is from 10° to 35° C. If the operating temperature for the battery is outside the range of -20°~60° C, it may cause cracking, rupturing, bursting, emission of flame or expulsion of molten metal to the outside of the equipment enclosure.
Page 5 ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Avision Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. System Requirements ®...
Page 6: Getting Started
1 Getting Started Introduction Thank you for purchasing the network scanner. With the product, you can instantly scan single-sided or double-sided document(s) and deliver the electronic images to various destinations including E-mail addresses, ftp servers, network folders, or cloud servers such as Dropbox, or Evernote. In addition, the product also allows you to save the scanned image to an inserted USB flash drive, or the product’s own memory.
Page 7 Preview: Before sending your documents over the network, the product allows you to view a reduced size of the scanned document to verify if the scanned image has been skew, or upside down. If one of the pages is skew, you can delete and rescan that page to save your time.
Page 8: Package Items
Package Items Scanner Main Unit ADF Paper Tray Ethernet Cable Software CD/Quick Guide USB Cable Power Adapter & Power Cord Note: Only use the AC adapter DA-48M24 by APD included in the machine. Using other AC adapters may damage the machine and void the warranty. Please unpack the packing carefully, and check the contents against the checklist.
Page 9: External View
External View The Front View Extension Paper Guide ADF Paper Tray Paper Guide LCD Touch Panel The Power Button Paper Stopper Extension Output Paper Tray Part Name Function Extension Can be pulled out and adjusted to the size of the document being scanned.
Page 10: The Rear View
The Rear View Power Connector Kensington Security Slot LAN Port USB Port Part Name Function LAN Port Connect the scanner to network with a LAN cable. USB Port Connect to your computer via the supplied USB  cable to use the device as a regular scanner. Connect to your computer via the supplied USB ...
Page 11: The Side View
The Side View USB Flash Port Part Name Function USB Flash Drive Used to insert a USB flash drive. Removable Parts Reverse Roller ADF Roller...
Page 12: Pre-Installation Information
Pre-installation Information Preinstallation The product has to be setup properly on your network to perform E-mail and filing functions. The following network parameters have to be set. Important! Make a copy of the following table and ask your Network Administrator to complete the information.
Page 13 Note: 1. DHCP server: With DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), a host can automatically be given a unique IP address each time it connects to a network--making IP address management an easier task for network administrators. If the DHCP server is available from your network, you do not need to enter TCP/IP, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS information.
Page 14: Frequently Used Buttons On The Touch Screen
Frequently Used Buttons on the Touch Screen The following table lists the frequently used buttons and their functions on the touch panel: The [Start] button: Choose to start scanning the document and sending the scanned image to E-mail, Public Folder, USB Flash Drive, or other destinations.
Page 15: Installing Your Machine
2 Installing Your Machine This chapter is specifically targeted to the persons who are responsible for the administration of the product. It is recommended that the administrator read this chapter before installing the machine. Minimum Configuration Requirements To use the product as a network scanner, the following configuration is required: To send E-mails from the product: ...
Page 16: Installing The Adf Paper Tray
Installing the ADF Paper Tray Hold the ADF Paper Tray and insert two pins to the holes on the top of the scanner as shown. ADF Paper Tray Pull out the extension to the length of the document. Pull the Output Tray and raise the paper stopper to prevent the paper from falling.
Page 17: Connecting The Ethernet Cable
Connecting the Cables Connecting the Ethernet Cable Connect one end of your Ethernet LAN cable to an available port of your Ethernet Hub Connect the other end to the port marked at the back of the product. Connecting the Power and Turning on the Machine Connect one end of the power cable to the power receptacle of the product Connect the other end to an appropriate power outlet.
Page 18: Turning Off The Machine
Press the [Power] button to turn on the product. The Power LED lights in green and the LCD Touch Panel will be displayed with a Home screen as illustrated. Note: If the product will not be used for a long time, press the Power button for 3 seconds to turn off the power.
Page 19: Selecting Your Language
Selecting Your Language The product provides various languages on the LCD Touch Panel. Choose your desired language to be displayed on the LCD Touch Panel. Press the [Power] button to turn on the product. The LCD Touch Panel will be prompted with a Home Screen as indicated. On the LCD Touch Panel, tap [Settings]>...
Page 20: Setting Date And Time
Setting Date and Time To let the product show current date and time, please set your date and time for the product before using it. On the Home Screen of the LCD Touch Panel, tap [Settings]>[Device Management]>[Date] in succession and then set your current date. Device Management Settings...
Page 21: Specifying The Product's Tcp/Ip Address
Specifying the Product’s TCP/IP Address To let other devices on the network identify the product, you need to set an IP address for the product. Follow these steps to set an IP address: On the Home Screen of the LCD Touch Panel, tap [Settings]>[Network]>[Wired] in succession and then set the IP address for the product.
Page 22: Specifying The Product's Mail Server
Specifying the Product’s Mail Server To send the scanned image to a recipient via E-mail, you need first specify your mail server information on the product. Follow these steps to set your mail server: On the Home Screen of the LCD Touch Panel, tap [Settings]>[Network]>[Mail Server] in succession and then set your mail server information.
Page 23: Creating Your Address Book
Creating Your Address Book To save the time in typing the E-mail address, you can create your address book to speed up the process. On the Home Screen of the LCD Touch Panel, tap [Settings]>[Address Book]>[New] in succession and then enter your address information. Address Book Settings...
Page 24 Creating Your Filing Profiles To store your scanned image to the network folders, you need to first set up a few network folders including FTP, FTPS, or SMB to store the images. On the Home Screen of the LCD Touch Panel, tap [Settings]>[Filing Profiless]>[New] in succession.
Page 25 Target URL If FTPS, FTP or SMB is selected, enter the URL address. You can either enter a domain name or an IP address with the directory path. Target URL Enter the IP address of your scan to destination. Port # Enter the port number for the [Scan to] server.
Page 26: Operation
3 Operation Document Loading Tips Before using the ADF (Auto Document Feeder), please make sure that your paper meets the following specifications:  Document(s) can range in size from 50 x 50 mm (2 x 2 in.) (A8) to 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) (Legal).
Page 27: Loading Document(S) In The Adf
Loading Document(s) in the ADF Fanning Your Document Note: To avoid occasional multi-feeds or paper jams, please fan your documents and align the top edges before feeding them into the scanner. Hold both ends of the documents and fan them a few times. Rotate the documents by 90 degrees and fan them in the same manner.
Page 28 Verify that the paper guides are aligned with the edges of the stack. Note: The [Paper Width] switch: If your document width is 216 mm (8.5 in.): If your document width is 216 mm (8.5 in.), slide the [Paper Width] switch DOWN to fix your paper guide to conveniently load the letter-size document.
Page 29: Scanning A Stack Of Document With Various Sizes And Weights
Scanning a Stack of Document with Various Sizes and Weights When scanning a batch of documents with different sizes and weights, be sure to follow the following guidelines to avoid a skewed image or a paper jam: Align the documents TOP EDGE first in the sequence of paper size from large to small.
Page 30 Center these pages in the document feeder and make sure that the edges of page of the largest size slightly touch the Paper Guide.
Page 31: Scanning And Sending Your Document To E-Mail Addresses
Scanning and Sending Your Document to E-mail Addresses Basic Operation Using the Default Setting Load your document in the ADF with the 1 page facing down and the top of the pages pointing to the feeder. Press the E-mail button on the Home screen. The following E-mail main screen will be displayed in the right side.
Page 32 On the Preview screen, Start: If the scanned image is OK, press the [Start] button ( ) on  the touch panel to distribute the scanned image. Remove: If the scanned image is not satisfactory, tap the [Remove]  button ( ) to delete the scanned image.
Page 33 Advanced Operation Using Special Settings Load your document in the ADF with the 1 page facing down and the top of the pages pointing to the feeder. Press the E-mail button on the Home screen. The following E-mail main screen appears. Enter your E-mail address.
Page 34 Tap the Layout Adjustment tab to prompt the Layout Adjustment screen. Change original size, and preview if the default settings are not satisfactory. (For more information about the settings, see the settings description in the next page.) Press the [Start] button to start a scan.
Page 35: Settings Descriptions
Settings Descriptions Basic Item Description Document Choice: *1-Sided Face Down, 1-Sided Face Up, 2-Sided Sides 1-Sided Face Down: Choose to scan single side of your document and make sure the scanning side faces down on the document feeder. 1-Sided Face Up: Choose to scan single side of your document and make sure the scanning side faces up on the document feeder.
Page 36 File Format Choose the file format for your scanned image. Choice: JPEG, TIFF (One-Page TIFF), M-TIFF (Multi-Page TIFF), PDF (One-Page PDF), *M-PDF (Multi-Page PDF), Searchable PDF, PDF/A(M-PDF), PNG Note: MPDF or MTIFF file format allows you to scan  multi-page document and convert it to a single file. PDF file format allows you to save one image page in a ...
Page 37 E-mail Options Item Description From Enter the “From” address of your outgoing mails from the product. If an E-mail can not be sent, notification is returned to this address. If the administrator has not set the device’s email account in the Mail Server settings, you can enter the email address here.
Page 38 Advanced Settings Item Description Density 7 levels of density are provided to adjust the lightness or contrast of your document. If your original document is too light or too dark, you can use this setting to adjust the scanned image. Choice: Level -3~3. Default value: 0 Contrast Contrast: -3 Contrast: 0...
Page 39 Layout Adjustments Item Description Original Size Press to select scan area. Auto: Let the machine automatically detect the scan area  according to your original. Detectable size: A4、A5、A6、B5、LGL、LTR Preset Scan Area: Specify your scan area from a list of A4, ...
Page 40: Sending Your Document To A Network Folder, A Usb Flash Drive Or A Public Folder
Sending Your Document to a Network Folder, a USB Flash Drive or a Public Folder Important: To send your scanned images to a network folder such as FTP, FTPS, or SMB, make sure you have the privilege to access the network folders. For example you need to create a login name and password first.
Page 41 If desired, enter the file name prefix in the [File Name] field for the scanned document. Check if the document side, output color, or file format meets your requirements. If not, change the settings to suit your needs. Tap the [Start] ( ) button.
Page 42 Advanced Operation Using Special Settings Load your document in the ADF with the 1 page facing down and the top of the pages pointing to the feeder. Press the Filing button on the Home screen. The LCD Touch Panel prompts the following Filing main screen. Choose your [Scan to] destination to store your scanned image.
Page 43 Tap the Layout Adjustment tab to prompt the Layout Adjustment screen. Change original size and preview if the default settings are not satisfactory. (For more information about the settings, see the settings description described in the preceding section – Scanning and Sending Your Documents to E-mail Addresses on page 30.) Tap the Start button.
Page 44: Sending Your Document To Clouds
Sending Your Document to Clouds Basic Operation Important: To send your scanned images to a cloud server such as DropBox, Google Drive, or Evernote, make sure you have the privilege to access the cloud servers. For example you need to create a login name and password first. Using the Default Settings Load your document in the ADF with the 1 page facing down and the top...
Page 45 On the Preview screen, Start: If the scanned image is OK, press the [Start] button  ) on the touch panel to distribute the scanned image. Remove: If the scanned image is not satisfactory, tap the  [Remove] button ( ) to delete the scanned image.
Page 46 Advanced Operation Using Special Settings Load your document in the ADF with the 1 page facing down and the top of the pages pointing to the feeder. Press the Cloud button on the Home screen. The LCD Touch Panel prompts the following Cloud main screen. Choose your desired [Scan to] cloud server to save your scanned images.
Page 47 On the Preview screen, Start: If the scanned image is OK, press the [Start] button (  on the touch panel to distribute the scanned image. Remove: If the scanned image is not satisfactory, tap the [Remove]  button ( ) to delete the scanned image.
Page 48: Creating A Shortcut Button
Creating a Shortcut Button By setting frequently used scan settings and destinations as Shortcut on the Home screen, the product helps you to streamline your workflow and complete your scanning task in just one single step. To create a Shortcut button, Select your frequently operational mode on the left panel.
Page 49 An [Enter a Shortcut Name] dialog box will be prompted. Enter your shortcut name and tap [OK]. For example, bess. The new shortcut button will be displayed on the LCD Touch Panel. The New ShortCut Name Note: Follow the similar procedure to create your frequently Cloud or Filing destination to be your ShortCut on the LCD Touch Panel.
Page 50: Using The Shortcut Buttons
Using the Shortcut Buttons To use a Shortcut button, Tap the [Start] button of your desired ShortCut button on the touch screen. The ShortCut Button The Start Button The scanner starts scanning and a preview image will be displayed. On the Preview screen, Start: If the scanned image is OK, press the [Start] button ( ) on ...
Page 51: Scanning And Broadcasting Your Images
Scanning and Broadcasting Your Images The Scancast (Scan and broadcast) feature allows you to scan a document first and then send to many destinations respectively. Basic Operation Using the Default Settings Load your document in the ADF with the 1 page facing down and the top of the pages pointing to the feeder.
Page 52 On the Preview screen, Start: If the scanned image is OK, press the [Start] button  ) on the touch panel to distribute the scanned image. Remove: If the scanned image is not satisfactory, tap the  [Remove] button ( ) to delete the scanned image.
Page 53 Repeat Step 9 to choose your 2 destination and then press the [Start] ) button to send the scanned image to the destination. Repeat Step 12 ~ Step 13 to send the scanned image to another destination. If you have finished distributing your scanned image to all the destinations you want, press the [Back] button to exit the screen.
Page 54 Advanced Operation Using Special Settings Load your document in the ADF with the 1 page facing down and the top of the pages pointing to the feeder. Press the Scancast button on the touch screen. The LCD Touch Panel prompts the following Scancast main screen. On the Basic screen, enter your desired file name and check if document side, output color, or file format meets your requirements.
Page 55 On the Preview screen, Start: If the scanned image is OK, press the [Start] button  ) on the touch panel to distribute the scanned image. Remove: If the scanned image is not satisfactory, tap the  [Remove] button ( ) to delete the scanned image.
Page 56 If Local is selected, USB and Public Folder will be displayed at the right box. If USB is selected, make sure a USB flash drive has been inserted to the USB flash drive port of the product. If Public Folder is selected, the scanned image will be stored in the product’s memory.
Page 57: Setting Up And Managing Destinations
4 Setting Up and Managing Destinations This section provides procedure for the administrator to setup and manage your destinations including E-mail addresses or network folders to distribute the scanned document on the network. Setting Up Your E-mail Address Book This section provides procedure for the administrator on how to setup E-mail Address Book.
Page 58: Editing A Current E-Mail Address
Note: Up to 200 E-mail addresses can be entered in the Address Book. Editing a Current E-mail Address To modify a current E-mail address, Repeat Step 1 from the previous section, Adding a New E-mail Address. The [E-mail Address Book] page will be displayed. Select the E-mail address which you want to modify from the list and then tap [Edit] to prompt the [Modify E-mail Addresses] page.
Page 59: Adding A New E-Mail Group
Adding a new E-mail Group To send multiple addresses simultaneously at one time, you can create address group to speed up the process. Up to 50 addresses can be included in one group and a total of 50 groups can be created in the Address Book. To add a new E-mail group, Repeat Step 1 from the previous section, Adding a New E-mail Address.
Page 60: Editing A Current E-Mail Group
Editing a Current E-mail Group To modify a current E-mail group, Repeat Step 1 from the previous section, Adding a New E-mail Address. The [E-mail Address Book] page will be displayed. Tap [Group] and choose the group which you want to modify from the list and then tap [Modify] to prompt the [Modify E-mail Group] page.
Page 61 Setting Up Your Filing Profiles The section provides procedure on how to setup your Filing Profiles to send your scanned document to a specified network folder. The Filing Profiles can be setup and managed either through the LCD Touch Panel or the product’s embedded web page.
Page 62 Editing a Current Filing Profiles To modify a current Filing Profiles, Repeat Step 1 from the previous section, Adding a New Filing Profiles. The [Filing Profiles] page will be displayed. Choose the Filing Profiles which you want to modify from the list and then tap [Modify] to prompt the [Modify Filing Profiles] page.
Page 63: Starting A Scan From Your Mobile Device
Starting a Scan from Your Mobile Device With a built-in Wi-Fi module, the scanner is converted into a wireless device. When a mobile device is use, the scanned images can be received from the mobile device. Making Preparation To connect the scanner to a wireless LAN, prepare the followings: An environment in which a wireless LAN is available ...
Page 64: Connecting To A Wireless Network
On the Home Screen of the LCD Touch Panel, tap [AP Mode]. In a second, the SSID and IP Address will be displayed. Mode On your mobile devices, make sure Avision–xxxxxx (xxxxxx indicates the last six digits of the Mac Address) has been selected as your network name (SSID).
Page 65: Connecting The Scanner To A Wi-Fi Network In A Client Mode
Connecting the Scanner to a Wi-Fi Network in a Client Mode In a Client mode, your mobile devices and scanner are connected wirelessly through an additional AP (Access Point). This mode is also the default wireless mode. AP (Access Point) Connecting Your Scanner to an Access Point: Important: Note the wired and wireless mode can not work at the same time.
Page 66 In a second, current wireless networks near you will be displayed as shown below. Select an Access Point and click [Connect] to connect the scanner to a specified Access Point, for example, SMCWBR14S-NL. In a few seconds, if the connection is successful, the IP address and Mac address of the scanner will be displayed as indicated above.
Page 67 Connecting to a Wireless Access Point Using the WPS Button You may connect the scanner to a WPS compatible wireless access point by pressing the WPS button on the back of the scanner. Before You Begin! To enable the WPS connection of your access point, please refer to the user’s guide of your access point.
Page 68: Scanning A Document From A Mobile Device
Scanning a Document from a Mobile Device Make sure that the MB Application (Scan App) has been installed on your mobile device. The MB Application can be purchased for free from an application store such as Google Play. Enable [Wi-Fi] from [Settings] of your wireless computer, smartphone, or tablet and then choose the same network name (SSID) of your scanner.
Page 69 Check if the default settings meet your requirements. If not, change the scan settings to fit your specific scanning task. Item Description Resolution: Select your desired resolution. The higher resolution, the greater the image quality and disk space. Choice: *150, 200, 300 dpi Scan Size: Select your paper size or you may choose Auto to let the scanner detect your document size automatically.
Page 70 6 Customizing the Product’s Configurations This chapter is specifically targeted to the persons who are responsible for the administration of the product. It is recommended that the administrator read this chapter before installing the machine. The product’s configurations can be customized via the LCD Touch Panel. In addition to using the touch screen, the product allows the administrator to remotely configure the machine by launching the product’s embedded web page.
Page 71: Customizing The Product's Configurations By The Touch Screen
Customizing the Product’s Configurations by the Touch Screen Press the [Settings] button on Touch Screen. The [Settings] screen will be displayed as indicated. Settings These 8 buttons displaying at the top are: General, Network, E-mail Default, Filing Default, Filing Profiles, Address Book, ShortCut, and Service Mode. For details on each setting, please refer to the subsequent section, Summary of the Product’s Configurations.
Page 72 Click each item under these tabs to set up relevant values. For details on each setting, please refer to the subsequent section, Summary of the Product’s Configurations.
Page 73: Summary Of The Product's Configurations
Model Name Used to show the product’s model name. Host Name Used to show the product’s host name (Avision-xxxxxx) for the scanner in a wired and wireless environment. Xxxxxx indicates the last six digits of the scanner’s Mac address. Serial Number Used to show the product’s current time.
Page 74 General: Used to specify the product’s general information. General Items Description Host Name Avision-xxxxxx: The network name (SSID) for the scanner in a wired and wireless environment. Xxxxxx indicates the last six digits of the scanner’s Mac address. NTP Server Used to specify the product’s NTP server.
Page 75 Network: Used to specify the product’s network settings. Items Description Wired DHCP Used to specify if the product’s IP address is assigned by DHCP or a static IP. Choice: Off, On If you have a DHCP server available on your network and the DHCP has been enabled, the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server will be automatically given.
Page 76 LDAP Settings Items Description Authentication Enter the IP address of your LDAP server and its port LDAP number. Setup a new LDAP setting. Enter IP address and port number of your LDAP server, Login name and password to access the LDAP server, and search information.
Page 77 Filing Profiles: Used to setup and manage your file destinations including FTP, SMB, USB (an inserted USB flash drive), or a Public Folder (the machine’s memory). Items Description Add a new Filing Profiles. Enter information on the [Basic], [Advanced Settings], [Layout Adjustment] tabs.
Page 78 Modify information of a current account. Firmware Update: Obtain the latest firmware file from the web site (www.avision.com) first. And then click [Browse] to find the file on your computer. Finally click [Update] to update the latest firmware to the product.
Page 79 Updated], [Reset to Default], [Run-in Test], and [Save Log]. FW Updated: Follow these steps to update the firmware: Locate the latest firmware file from the web site (http://www.avision.com). Store the firmware file on your removable USB disk. Plug the removable USB disk into the USB disk port of the machine.
Page 80 Adjusting Brightness To adjust brightness on the LCD screen, follow these steps: On the product’s LCD screen, choose [Settings] and then [Device Management]. Tap the [Brightness] option and move the scroll bar to the right to increase your brightness or to the left to decrease your brightness of the LCD screen. Selecting Language To select the language, follow these steps: On the product’s LCD screen, choose [Settings] and then [Device...
Page 81: Configurations Customized Only Via The Product's Web Page
AN360W in the network. For example, the address book, Filing Profiles, and default systems settings of one AN360W can be first exported to a file as a backup and then import these files to other AN360W.
Page 82 To import system data, On the product’s web page, choose [Import/Export]. Choose the system data you want to import. Choice: Address Book, Filing Profiles, Settings (Device Management, Account Management, Mail Server/LDAP Server, E-mail Default, Filing Default). On the Importing option, choose [Browse] to locate the system data which you have been previously exported.
Page 83: Using The Product As A Regular Scanner
7 Using the Product as a Regular Scanner Installing the Scanner Driver NOTE: 1). To ensure your computer can identify the USB scanner, please install scanner driver first before connecting the scanner to your computer. 2). The scanner driver contains TWAIN, and WIA driver. After the installation of scanner driver is completed, this scanner allows you to scan via a TWAIN, or a WIA interface.
Page 84: Connecting To The Computer
View Manual: Click “View Manual” to view or print the detailed user  manual for the scanner and Button Manager V2 respectively. Click Install Scanner Driver to install the scanner driver and then click Install Button Manager V2 to install the Button Manager V2 unto your computer.
Page 85 (Network Setup Tool) has been installed onto your computer. The Network Setup Tool is included in the supplied software CD. Start [Virtual Scanner Link] by choosing Start>All Programs>Avision Virtual Scanner>Virtual Scanner Link. The main window will be displayed and the scanners in your network will be searched automatically. In a few seconds, the result including the scanner model and scanner’s IP address will...
Page 86 After the scanner has been connected successfully, launch your TWAIN-compliant image-editing software application to start a scan. Note: The network scanner can be used by one user at a time. If the network scanner is  being used by other user, you will be prompted with a message to connect the scanner later.
Page 87: Verifying Your Scanner Installation
Verifying Your Scanner Installation To verify if your scanner installation is correct, Avision provides you a useful test program called Avision Capture Tool. With this tool, you can perform simple scans and view the captured images. In addition, it helps you complete your scan at a rated speed.
Page 88 Choose your desired file format from the File Format drop down list box. (Default is JPEG, other choice includes TIFF, MTIFF, PDF, MPDF, GIF, and BMP.) The supported file formats vary depending on your scanner model. Type your desired folder name and file name in the File Path box. (Default is C:\Documents and Settings\User Name\My Documents\My Scan\Image.) Note: If you do not wish to save the scanned image, deselect the Save button since default is Save Enable.
Page 89: A Glance Of The Scanner Properties Dialog Box
You can view the scanned image in Fit Page ( ) or Actual Size (100%) button ( ) from the Viewing toolbars at the right side. Click the Close box or Quit from the File menu to exit the Scan Validation Tool.
Page 90: Using The Scanner Properties Dialog Box
8 Using the Scanner Properties Dialog Box The Scanner Properties dialog box allows you to configure the scanner’s settings. It consists of several tabbed windows each of which will be described in this chapter. Note: In this chapter, all options are available based on a duplex (double-side) scanner.
Page 91: Buttons On The Scanner Properties Dialog Box
Buttons on the Scanner Properties Dialog Box The buttons on the Scanner Properties dialog box Description Buttons Defaults Click the Defaults button, the factory default settings will be shown on each tab. Cancel Click the Cancel button to leave the Scanner Properties dialog box.
Page 92 The following table shows the default settings： Tab name Default settings Image Image：Front B&W Binarization：Dynamic Threshold Resolution：200 dpi Invert：Blank on White Scan Source：Auto Document Feeder Threshold：None Brightness：None Contrast：None Compression None Color Dropout None Paper Cropping：Automatic Deskew：Yes Orientation：Portrait OverScan：0.00 Note: The availability of this option varies due to scanner model.
Page 93: Showing Or Hiding Tabs
Showing or Hiding Tabs The [Scanner Properties] dialog box is displayed in default with three basic tabs - Image, Paper, and Information. To show more tabs, click the [Scanner Properties] icon to access more scan settings. To show more tabs, 1.
Page 94: The Image Tab
The Image Tab The Image tab allows you to choose the front side and (or) the rear side of your document, the type of image, and to set several basic scan settings. Note that except for the resolution, you can set individual scan settings for the front side and the rear side.
Page 95: The Image Selection Box
The Image Selection Box The Image Selection box includes the image type and document side option. If you wish to scan both the front side and the rear side of your color document, you can check both Front Color and Rear Color at the same time.
Page 96 Image Type Description Color Choose Color if you wish to scan a color image for your original in color. Gray Choose Gray image if your original contains actual shades of gray. B&W Choose B&W if your original contains only text, pencil or ink sketch.
Page 97 Sensitivity of Auto Color Detection If your documents contain primarily B&W text and small amount of light or pale colors and you do not wish them to be recognized as color image to save the file size, you can increase the sensitivity value by moving the bar to the right to let these images to be detected as B&W.
Page 98: Other Image Options
Other Image Options Binarization This is the process of converting a grayscale or color image to a bi-tonal image. There are several different methods of performing this conversion. Options: Dynamic Threshold, Fixed Processing, Halftone 1~5, Error Diffusion. Dynamic Threshold: Selecting Dynamic Threshold allows the scanner to dynamically evaluate each document to determine the optimal threshold value to produce the highest quality image.
Page 99 Error Diffusion: Error Diffusion is a type of Halftone. Error Diffusion gives good image texture and makes text in images more readable than Halftone. Halftone Image Error Diffusion Image Dynamic Threshold Dynamic Threshold (AD)
Page 100 Threshold Used to convert a grayscale image to a bi-tonal image. The value ranges from 0 to 255. A low threshold value produces a lighter image, and can be used to subdue backgrounds and subtle, unneeded information. A high threshold value produces a darker image, and can be used to help pick up faint images.
Page 101 Gray Document Type: Choice: Normal, Photo, Document Three options of document type are provided when you choose Gray as the image type for your scanned document. Choice: Normal, Photo, Document.  Document: Choose Document if your original contains pure text or a mixture of text and graphic since it is an optimal setting for regular business document.
Page 102 Brightness Adjusts the lightness or darkness of an image. The higher the value, the brighter the image. Drag the slider to the right or left to increase or decrease the brightness. The range is from –100 to +100. Contrast Adjusts the range between the darkest and the lightest shades in the image.
Page 103 Resolution A good control of the resolution results a good detail of an image that scans. The resolution is measured by dots per inch (dpi). Normally, the greater the dpi number, the higher the resolution and the image file size. Be aware that greater resolution takes more time to scan, and more disk space for the scanning image.
Page 104 Invert Reverses the brightness and the colors in the image. The default setting is Black on a White background. Reverse mode is White on a Black background. For color images, each pixel will be changed into its complementary color at the command of Invert.
Page 105 or Multi-feed function will be disabled. Note: This feature must be used with a carrier sheet. Regarding how to load a document with a Carrier Sheet, refer to Section 4.6.2, Other Paper Selection. Note the options vary based on type of scanner. If “Merge Two Sides into One Image”...
Page 106: Scanning Color Images
Scanning Color Images The following options are available for scanning color images. Brightness  Contrast  Resolution  Invert  Scanning Grayscale Images The following options are available for scanning gray images. Brightness  Contrast  Resolution  Invert  Scanning B&W Images The following options are available for scanning B&W images.
Page 107: Editing Profiles
Editing Profiles The Scanner Properties dialog box allows you to change and save your frequently used scan settings into a profile. You can edit these profiles by renaming or deleting them. To add a new profile, 1. Customize your settings. (For example, change your resolution, image type, cropping method, scan size, or other scan settings.) 2.
Page 108 To delete a profile, 1. From the Image tab dialog box, click “Profiles” to prompt the Edit Your Profile dialog box. 2. Choose the profile you want to delete from the dropdown list box. 3. Click “Delete”. A Confirm message “Are you sure you want to delete this profile?”...
Page 109: The Compression Tab
The Compression Tab The Compression tab allows you to compress your scanned image and choose the level of compression. Bi-tonal images are normally compressed using CCITT standard called Group 4 (G4). Color and grayscale images are often compressed using JPEG technology. Move the JPEG Quality slider to the right or left to increase or decrease the level of compression.
Page 110 Note that the compression depends on your image editing application. If your image editing application does not support the type of compression format, then the image of the compressed file will look abnormal. From Scanner: (Note: The availability of this feature varies due to scanner model.) Choose if you wish to compress the scanned image and transfer it from the scanner to the TWAIN driver.
Page 111: The Color Dropout Tab
The Color Dropout Tab Color Dropout Selection The [Color Dropout] tab allows you to select either green, red, blue, or a color of your choice to remove the details of the selected color from a scanned image. This feature is used to sharpen your text when using OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software.
Page 112 Preview the color dropout result: To preview the color dropout result, please follow these steps: Click the [Scanner Properties] icon ( ) on the upper left corner, and choose [Tab] to show available tab names. Choose [Preview] to show the Preview tab. Click the [Preview] tab to show the Preview page.
Page 113 The Color Dropout dialog box To select a color on the Color palette, Click the Color Dropout tab from the Scanner Properties dialog box. Choose Gray or B&W from the Image Selection box and click “Custom” from the Color Dropout drop-down menu.
Page 114 Move your cursor over the palette. The cursor becomes a cross sign. Click to choose a color. The RGB values are changed simultaneously.
Page 115: The Paper Tab
The Paper Tab The Paper tab allows you to define values relating to image output (i.e., Auto Crop or not, Scan Area, OverScan, Multi-Feed Detection). The Paper tab dialog box Cropping Cropping allows you to capture a portion of the document being scanned. Choice: Automatic, Automatic (36”), Fixed to Transport, EOP (End of Page) Detection, Automatic Multiple, Relative to Documents.
Page 116 This feature allows you to define the area or zone to be Fixed to imaged. Use for batches of same-sized documents. If Transport you select this option, you can use the arrow keys to define the x and y offset values, width and length to redefine your scanned area.
Page 117 The Adjustment option is available when Automatic is selected. Adjustment —adds a positive/negative margin value Top/Bottom or  toward left/right of the image. 　Adjustment is used when the automatic document feeder is used. Adjustment reduces the possibility of corner clipping on skewed images. To set Adjustment values, use the UP/Down buttons to select where you want to apply Adjustment values: Top/Bottom or Left/Right, and then select the amount of inches/mm/pixels applied.
Page 118 Click the Preview tab to display the Preview window. A black rectangular box appears to indicate the max. scan size your have just selected. The Image Selection A black rectangular Click the Preview button to view the entire image in low resolution to correctly crop your relative scan area.
Page 119: Other Paper Selection
Check the B&W image from the Image Selection box to scan the entire document. Click the Scan button to start scanning the document in two image types and sizes. (See the result in below.) The entire document in B&W The relative area in color Other Paper Selection Carrier Sheet Mode: Check this option to automatically crop the scan window according to your...
Page 120 To scan document using a Carrier Sheet, For documents larger than A4/Letter size, such as A3 a. Fold the sheet to be scanned in half. b. Fold the sheet tightly and smooth out crease. Otherwise, the sheet may be skewed during scanning. 1.
Page 121 Notice: [Carrier Sheet] is available for the models that support the Carrier Sheet.  Some functions are disabled when [Carrier Sheet] is checked.  This option may not work properly on some applications.  Scan Area Choose your desired paper size with the drop-down list box. Or you may select a custom paper size by clicking the Scan Area box and then click Add to include in the choice.
Page 122 Notice when scanning long page document: Pull out the extension in the ADF Paper Tray. Secure enough space around the Output Tray to prevent the ejected paper from falling off the Output Tray. To ensure the performance, in color mode, set the resolution to be 300 dpi or lower;...
Page 123 Background Setting This option allows you to set your scan background. Choice: White Background, Black Background. Note: For a sheet-fed scanner with an auto document feeder, this option is currently available only in the “Auto crop” mode. For a scanner with a flatbed platen, this option is available either in the “Auto crop”...
Page 124: The Multi-Feed Detection Tab
The Multi-Feed Detection Tab Multi-Feed Detection Multi-Feed Detection allows you to detect overlapped document that go through the auto document feeder. Multi-Feed usually occurs due to stapled documents, adhesives on documents, or electro-statically charged document. Note： The availability of the function varies based on type of scanner. Additional Length Detection Additional Length Detection allows you to define the length of document being multi-fed.
Page 125 Action: 1. Follow the instruction on the Warning dialog box to remove the rest pages on the feeder. 2. Click OK to close the Warning dialog box. 3. Scan the rest pages. Clear the Multi-Fed Paper: Auto If this is checked, once multi-feed is detected and scanning operation is stopped, the scanner will automatically clear the transport of the multi-fed paper.
Page 126: The Preview Tab
The Preview Tab The Preview tab allows you to preview (a low-resolution scan) your image before final scan. This preview image lets you allocate your scan area. You can choose your scan area by the “Scan Area” drop down list box or placing your cursor on the Display window and dragging it diagonally on the Display window.
Page 127: The Enhancement Tab
The Enhancement Tab The Enhancement tab allows you to set following additional image processing settings. The Option tab dialog box Punch You can remove punch holes from the output scanned image when Hole scanning punched document. Note the availability of this feature Removal varies depending on your scanner model.
Page 128 When 「Flatbed」on the 「Scan Shadow Removal Source」 option is selected on the 「Image」tab, the 「Shadow Removal」option will be enabled. Click to remove the shadow on the book spine when scanning a book. Before Shadow Removal After Shadow Removal...
Page 129 Background Processing: The [Background Processing] option allows you to smooth background color or remove it to make image clearer. The option is especially useful for documents with color forms such as invoices. Choices: None (default), Smooth, Removal - None - no background processing will be performed (default) - Smooth - produces images with a more uniform background color.
Page 130 Background Processing: Background Processing: Smooth Removal Fill Color: White Note: Background color in small zone will not be processed or removed. Edge Fill Check White or Black if you wish to add white or black edge on the border of your scanned image. Enter the value from 0 to 5 mm.
Page 131 Despeckle Occasionally small dots or specks appear in the background of a scanned image. Remove unwanted speckles provides a cleaner image for OCR (Optical Character Recognition) processing, and also helps to reduce compressed file size. Define the speckles (also known as image noise) you wish to remove by specifying its number (size) and radius (range).
Page 132 Line Removal: When Black and White image mode is selected on the [Image] tab, the [Line Removal] option will be enabled. Line Removal erases lines on the image and then reconstructs characters so the OCR (Optical Character Recognition) accuracy can be improved. Choices: None, Form, Horizontal, Vertical None –...
Page 133: The Rotation Tab
The Rotation Tab The Rotation tab allows you to set the following image rotating options: Rotate Image Choose the rotation angle from the drop down list if you wish to rotate your scanned image. Choice: None, 90°CW(clockwise), 90°CCW(counter clockwise), 180°, Auto based on contents.
Page 134 Auto based on contents: Automatically rotate images based on the contents of document. When Auto based on contents is selected, its modes 「」 will be enabled to let you select more options. Mode: Quick, Full Text, Complexity Quick – the default mode to let you rotate images at the fastest speed.
Page 135 Vertical: Divide one image into the left half and the right half. Split Horizontally Split Vertical...
Page 136 Flip Side Select “fanfold” to rotate the image of the reverse Rotation side to 180 degrees. This is applied to double-sided document which are viewed in portrait are sometime fed into the scanner in landscape or vice versa. Choice: Book, Fanfold. If “Book”...
Page 137 Image Control Check the Mirror box if you wish to reverse the right Option and left side of your image. Original The Mirror Effect...
Page 138: The Separation Tab
The Separation Tab The Separation tab allows you to enable the detection engine to detect the blank page, barcode, and patch code and then notify the software application which supports document separation to separate your multi-page documents. Choices: Blank Page Removal, Barcode Detection, Patch Code Detection. Blank Page Choices: None, Blank Page Removal Threshold, Removal...
Page 139 When the bar code has been detected successfully，a file [avbarcode.ini] will be created and stored in the following path: Windows XP: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\%PRODUCTNAME% Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\%PRODUCTNAME% Barcode Types: The following barcode types can be detected. Two-dimensional codes Aztec ...
Page 140 You can find various sizes of patch codes (PDF) by choosing [Start] menu>[All Programs]>[Avision Scanner Series]>[Patch code] in succession. Simply print the PDF file to produce the patch code sheet. Insert the patch code sheets to wherever you want the file to separate.
Page 141 Notes to print the patch codes: Use blank white paper.  Set the scaling to 100%. The sheet is not recognized correctly when printed in  a size smaller than the original. Do not use toner saving mode. The sheet is not recognized correctly when the ...
Page 142: The Setting Tab
The Setting Tab The Setting tab allows you to set the following settings: The Setting tab dialog box Energy Check the Enable Energy Saver box and move the slider to Saving set the amount of time to start the energy saver after your Control last action.
Page 143 Cache Mode: None, Page Number, Memory Size. This option allows you to assign a specified memory size from the available RAM to process the image data. By specifying a smaller memory size, you can free more memory for other applications you are running.
Page 144: The Imprinter Tab
The Imprinter Tab The Imprinter tab allows you to print alphanumeric characters, date, time, document count and custom message on your scanned image if digital imprinter is selected or at the back of your document if external imprinter is selected. Choice: External Imprinter, Digital Imprinter.
Page 145 Contents Print All Check Print All to automatically print the text at all pages of your documents. Uncheck Print All to print the text for the first page of your documents only. Custom Enter your custom text to be included in your print string.
Page 146 Advanced Font Attributes Choose your font attributes. Choice: Normal, Underline, Double, and Bold. String Choose your string orientation. Orientation Choice: Normal, Rotated, Vertical, Vertical Inversion, 90 degrees CW, 90 degrees CCW Normal Rotated Vertical Vertical Inversion 90 degrees CW 90 degrees CCW If you check the digital imprinter to stamp text on your scanned image, the illustration of normal and rotated string is shown below:...
Page 147 Print Position Choose the position you wish to print your string. Move the slider to the right to increase the value or to the left to decrease the value. Range: 0~355mm, default:0 mm The value indicates the height from the bottom of your paper to the last letter of your string.
Page 148: The Information Tab
The Information Tab The Information tab displays the following system and scanner information. The Information tab dialog box The “Report” button： If you encounter any error message while using the scanner, click the Report button. A report.txt file [Windows XP: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\%PRODUCTNAME%;...
Page 149: Installing Button Manager V2
Scanning and Sending the Scanned Images to Your Computer (BM2 Air) Before You Begin: Before you begin using the function of [BM2 Air], please make sure you have already installed the scanner driver, Button Manager V2, and connecting to the scanner to your computer via a USB cable as described in the preceding section, chapter 7 Using the Product as a Regular Scanner.
Page 150: Checking The Button Configurations Before Scanning
Checking the Button Configurations before Scanning Button Manager V2 runs from the system tray. After Button Manager V2 and the scanner driver are properly installed, Button Manager V2 is started and the Button icon will be displayed on the system tray at the bottom right corner of your computer screen.
Page 151 The Button Panel shows the first five scanning buttons. Right-click the button (function) you wish to check. The Button Properties window appears. Name of the Selected Button Button Name Image Mode Selection Basic Scan Parameters Folder and file name for the scanned image Scan To...
Page 152: Scanning From One Touch Of The Buttons
For details information on how to use the Button Manager V2, please refer to the user’s manual in the supplied CD. You may also use Button Manager V2 on your desktop by starting Button Manager V2 from All Programs or double clicking the Avision Scanner Utility from the Control Panel.
Page 153: Troubleshooting
10 Troubleshooting Clearing Paper Jams In the event of a paper jam, follow the procedures below to remove the paper: Press the ADF Release Button on the right side. Gently open the Scanner Front Door to the left. Carefully pull the paper out of the ADF unit. ...
Page 154: Questions And Answers
Questions and Answers Question: Paper becomes jammed during scanning. Answer: 1. Open the front door. 2. Pull out the jammed paper carefully. 3. Close the front door. Question: More than one sheet of paper are fed into the scanner. Answer: 1.
Page 155: Errors Indicated On The Touch Screen
Errors Indicated on the Touch Screen Error Code and Error Messages Message Solution Error Code 59000 59030 Reboot the machine, and try 59040 Device internal failure again. If the error persists, contact 59060 service personnel. 59100 1. Check “Mail server” setting. 592301 Mail server is NULL 2.
Page 156 532451 533451 SMTP [451]Requested Contact your network administrator action aborted: local 534451 for further help. 535451 error in processing 537451 SMTP [452]Requested 533452 action not taken: Contact your network administrator 535452 insufficient system for further help. 537452 storage 531501 1. Check “From” address. SMTP [501]Syntax error 532501 2.
Page 157 1. Check network environment. Connection broken 2. Check if the disk space of your 538001 during data email attachment is larger than the transmission. mailbox quota. 540001 540009 540010 540011 Reboot the machine, and try later. 540012 Device internal failure If the error persists, contact service 540013 personnel.
Page 158 541001 542001 543001 Reboot the machine, and try later. 544001 command exceeds If the error persists, contact service 545001 maximum size of 256 personnel. 546001 547001 548001 541002 542002 543002 544002 The command transfer Check network environment. 545002 fails 546002 547002 548002 541003...
Page 159 541421 542421 543421 [421] Service not Too many connections from this IP, 544421 available, closing contact your network administrator. 545421 control connection. 546421 548421 544450 Requested file action The file already exists and is locked 546450 not taken. by Windows. 548450 Requested action not Ask FTP administrator to increase...
Page 160 Please check if the shared folder 561032 Error share folder name name is correct. Please check if URL or IP address is 561003 Error share path correct. Error account name or 1. Check if account name or password password is correct. 561012 or the date of machine 2.
Page 161 003003 DRAM read and write Restart the device. If the error test error. persists, call service to replace the main board. 003004 ADF DRAM read and Restart the device. If the error write test error. persists, call service to replace the main board.
Page 162: Technical Support
No. 20, Creation Road I, Science-Based Industrial Park, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan, ROC TEL: +886 (3) 578-2388 FAX: +886 (3) 577-7017 E-MAIL: service@avision.com.tw Web Site: http://www.avision.com.tw US and Canada Area Avision Labs, Inc. 6815 Mowry Ave., Newark CA 94560, USA TEL: +1 (510) 739-2369 FAX: +1 (510) 739-6060 E-MAIL: support@avision-labs.com...
Page 163 South American Avision Brasil Ltda. Rua Bamboré 41, Vila Monumento, Ipiranga. CEP: 04278-060, São Paulo, Brasil TEL: +55-11-2737-2005 E-MAIL: suporte@avisionbrasil.com.br Web Site: http://www.avisionbrasil.com.br/...
Page 164: Maintenance
11 Maintenance Cleaning the Touch Screen Wipe the Touch screen Monitor with a wet cloth first then wipe it with a dry cloth. Touch screen Warning: Do not use liquids, household cleaners, or neutral detergents, as they may damage the touch screen. Cleaning the ADF After using the scanner for a long period of time, the rollers and glass inside the scanner may become contaminated with ink, toner particles or paper dust.
Page 165 The Cleaning Procedures Soak a clean cloth with some isopropyl alcohol (95%). Press the ADF Release button to open the front door to the left. Wipe and rotate the ADF Roller until the surface is completely removed from dust. Wipe the rubber part of the ADF pad. Be careful not to damage the pick springs.
Page 166: Cleaning The Glass
Cleaning the Glass Press the ADF Release button. Open the front door to the left. Wet a clean cloth with some isopropyl alcohol. (95%) Wipe the glass and the white area as illustrated below to rid the dust or dirt.
Page 167: Replacing The Adf Reverse Roller
Replacing the ADF Reverse Roller After scanning approximately 100,000 pages through the ADF, the ADF Reverse Roller may be worn out and you may experience problems with document feeding. In this case, you may need to replace a new ADF reverse roller. For ordering the ADF roller, please consult your nearest dealer and follow the procedure below to replace it.
Page 168 Press the right end of the Friction Roller externally to detach it from the slot and then detach the left end from its hole. Reassembling Procedure Insert the left end of the Reverse Roller to the hole of its original place. Insert the right end of the Reverse Roller to its slot.
Page 169: Replacing The Adf Roller
Replacing the ADF Roller After scanning approximately 200,000 pages through the ADF, the ADF rollers may be worn out and you may experience problems with document feeding. In this case, you may need to replace a new ADF roller. For ordering the ADF roller, please consult your nearest dealer and follow the procedure below to replace it.
Page 170 Detach the right end of the ADF roller from the scanner and remove the ADF roller. Reassembling Procedure Insert the left end of the ADF roller first to its slot and place the ADF roller to its proper position. Make sure the belt in the center of the lower ADF roller is installed horizontally with the other rollers as indicated.
Page 171: Specifications
12 Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. For more detailed information, please refer to our web site at www.avision.com Items Specifications Model Number : FL-1801H General Specifications System Description Network Scanner Image Sensor Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
Page 172 Network Specification Connectivity RJ-45 Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mb, Wi-Fi Communication TCP/IP, SMTP, FTP, FTPS, SMB, DHCP, DNS Protocol Configuration IP address Requirement Subnet mask Gateway SMTP server FTP server E-mail Specification Communication SMTP Protocol File Formats B&W PDF, TIFF, MTIFF Gray/Color PDF, TIFF, MTIFF, JPEG Default File Format Separation Limit...
Page 173 Wi-Fi Specifications: Standard IEEE 802.11 b/g/n standards compliant Wireless LAN 1T1R Mode Frequency Range 2.412 ~ 2.484GHz ( subject to local regulations) CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK for DSSS Modulation Type 64QAM, 16QAM, QPSK, BPSK for OFDM Modulation Technology DSSS, OFDM 802.11b: up to 11Mbps Transfer Rate 802.11g: up to 54Mbps 802.11n: up to 72.2Mbps...

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