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  • Page 1 Image Scanner Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Other product names used herein are for identification purpose only and may be trademarks of their respective companies. We disclaim any and all rights in those marks. Copyright Copyright, 1997 Ricoh Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONNECTING TO THE HOST... 1-5 To connect to your host ... 1-5 SETTING THE SCSI ID ... 1-8 To set the scanner’s SCSI ID... 1-8 USING TWO SCANNERS IN THE SAME SCSI CHAIN... 1-9 Without SCAM Adapter ... 1-9 With SCAM Adapter ... 1-9 To change the setting of DIP switch 1 ...
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION ... 2-1 PLACING ORIGINALS ON THE SCANNER ... 2-2 USING THE BOOK MODE ... 2-3 To manually place an original onto the scanner ... 2-3 USING THE DOCUMENT FEEDER MODE ... 2-5 To use the document feeder... 2-6 MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS A. SCANNER FEATURES SCANNER FUNCTIONALITY ...A-1 Prescan ...A-1 Scan ...A-2 Scanning composition ...A-3 Binary Scanning-Threshold...A-4 Dynamic threshold ...A-5 Halftone scanning ...A-6 Multi-value scanning ...A-7 Area extraction ...A-8 Section area (multi-area settings) ...A-9 Auto photo/letter...A-10 Resolution ...A-11 Brightness ...A-12 Contrast...A-12...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    When using your machine, the following safety precautions should always be followed. WARNING: Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury or even death. CAUTION: Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage to property. Symbols means a situation that requires you take care. Do NOT carry out the operation represented by the symbol This example means “Do not take apart.”...
  • Page 7 SAFETY INFORMATION $ WARNINGS: Only connect the machine to the power source > described in the Important Information Section. Avoid multi-wiring. Do not damage , break or make any modifications to the power cord. Do not place heavy objects on it, pull it hard or bend it more than necessary.
  • Page 8 $ CAUTIONS: > Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. A fire or an electric shock might occur. Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface. If it topples over, it could cause injury. When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet to avoid fire or electric shock.

  • Page 9: Important Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1. Read all of these instructions and keep them for later reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the machine. 3. Unplug this machine from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
  • Page 10 12. Except as specifically explained in the operator’s manual, do not attempt to service this device yourself. Opening or removing those covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous, voltage points or to other risks. Refer all servicing in those compartment to service personel. 13.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    This section contains important information related to user safety and to preventing equipment problems. Overview This scanner allows you to send scanned data to your host computer using a SCSI II connection. A variety of powerful features includes an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) that allows you to scan multiple pages.

  • Page 12: Options

    Operation Panel Kit Using this Manual This manual explains how to configure and use the scanner. This section provides short descriptions of the chapters that make up this manual, the conventions used throughout the manual, and various publications that may be of further use to you when using the scanner.

  • Page 13: Conventions

    The following conventions are used throughout this manual: Square brackets - the names of the hard keys, soft keys and buttons on the scanner and on your host computer are enclosed in square brackets. For example, the [Start] button. Italics - names of documents are shown in italics.

  • Page 14: General Information

    INTRODUCTION General Information Some of the illustrations of the scanner in this manual may differ slightly from the actual appearance of your scanner. Some of the options described in this manual may not be available in your country. Contact your local dealer for details on the options available to you.

  • Page 15: Setting Up The Scanner General Guide

    The following illustrations show the names of the various components that make up the scanner. Front View Document Feeder Closed Scanner indicators Power switch Front View Document Feeder Open White sheet Document home position SETTING UP THE SCANNER GENERAL GUIDE...

  • Page 16: Rear View

    SETTING UP THE SCANNER Rear View RS-232C connector CAUTION: Do not touch the service switch. This switch is provided for use by service personnel only. Scanner Indicators Rotary switch DIP switches Service switch SCSI Power cord socket connectors Power on...

  • Page 17: Checking The Parts

    Make sure that you have all the parts shown below in your packing box. Parts list Name Q’ty Scanner Terminator Operator’s manual Scanner Terminator Operator’s manual CHECKING THE PARTS Name Power cord driver soft & manual (ISIS) Power cord driver soft & manual SETTING UP THE SCANNER Q’ty 1set...

  • Page 18: Scanner Location

    SETTING UP THE SCANNER Before actually setting up the scanner, take a few minutes to consider where you plan to use it. Remember the following points when doing this. Set up the scanner in an easily accessible area with temperatures...

  • Page 19: Connecting To The Host

    CONNECTING TO THE HOST Use the following procedure to connect the scanner to a host computer using a SCSI cable. Note the following important points when making SCSI cable connections. Turn all devices being connected before making any connections. The use of cables other than the specified shielded cables or their equivalents will invalidate your scanner’s certification and can cause...
  • Page 20 When choosing a SCSI cable, get one that has a high-density 50-pin connector on one end (to connect to the scanner), and a connector that meets the needs of the port of your computer or the device you are connecting to. Also make sure...
  • Page 21 Generally you need to have two terminators at each end of a SCSI chain. If you connect this scanner at the end of a SCSI chain, you should cap the scanner’s unused SCSI port with a terminator. If the scanner is located inside of a SCSI chain that is already terminated, you do not need to terminate the scanner’s...

  • Page 22: Setting The Scsi Id

    You can change the scanner’s SCSI ID while power is on, but the new setting does not take effect until you reset the scanner. Never set 8 or 9 as the scanner’s SCSI ID. Though 8 and 9 settings are available, you should use IDs 0 through 7 only.

  • Page 23: Using Two Scanners In The Same Scsi Chain

    The settings you should make depends on whether or not the computer you care connected to is equipped with a SCAM adapter. Without SCAM Adapter In this case, just make sure that each scanner has its own unique SCSI ID. No other setting is required. With SCAM Adapter...

  • Page 24: Connecting The Power Cord

    SETTING UP THE SCANNER CONNECTING THE POWER CORD Use only the power cord that comes with the scanner to connect it to a power source. Note the following important points when connecting the power cord. Use only the power cord supplied with the scanner.

  • Page 25: Turning On The Scanner

    TURNING ON THE SCANNER Use the procedure below to turn on scanner power. To turn on the scanner power Check to make sure that the DIP switches on the back of the scanner are set correctly. Note: The setting as shown is one example.

  • Page 26: Dip Switch Settings

    SCSI chain, and the computer is equipped with a SCAM adapter. In such a case, Switch 1 of one scanner must be set to ON (SCAM disabled), while Switch 1 of the other scanner must be set to OFF(SCAM enabled).

  • Page 27: To Change Dip Switch Settings

    SETTING UP THE SCANNER To change DIP switch settings Turn off the scanner and make the DIP switch settings described above. Turn the scanner back on. 1-13...

  • Page 28: Installing The Drivers

    SETTING UP THE SCANNER You must intall the scanner driver software on the host computer before you can use the scanner. Installing the TWAIN Scanner Driver Follow these steps to install the TWAIN scanner driver on your Windows 3.1, Windows 95, and Windows NT system: Insert the “TWAIN Scanner Driver for Windows”...

  • Page 29: Using The Scanner Introduction

    USING THE SCANNER INTRODUCTION This chapter describes what you need to know to how to use the scanner. Note that only operation of the scanner’s hardware is covered here. For details about using the scanner’s software driver you need to consult the separate Scanner...

  • Page 30: Placing Originals On The Scanner

    USING THE SCANNER PLACING ORIGINALS ON THE SCANNER You can place your originals on the scanner for scanning in one of two ways: you can place them manually directly onto the glass one at a time (Book Mode), or you can use the document feeder to feed the originals automatically (Document Feeder Mode).

  • Page 31: Using The Book Mode

    CAUTION: Never place any object that weighs more than 10 kg onto the scanner’s glass. 7RPDQXDOO\SODFHDQRULJLQDORQWRWKHVFDQQHU Open the document feeder. Place the original face down onto...
  • Page 32 CAUTION: Take care to avoid strong pressure on or impact to the scanner’s glass while the document feeder is open, otherwise glass is broken and this may cause injury. Also keep your fingers away from the scanner’s hinges to avoid pinching your fingers whenever opening or closing the document feeder.

  • Page 33: Using The Document Feeder Mode

    Originals printed on post cards or paper whose thickness is not proper. Books or other bound pages. Originals printed on OHP film, tracing paper, or other highly transparent paper. (14 lb to 28 lb) (28 lb) paper x 20 12 mm)or tears. USING THE SCANNER...

  • Page 34: To Use The Document Feeder

    USING THE SCANNER To use the document feeder Fan the stack of originals and even up its four sides. Raise the document stopper. Squeezing the guide lock on the left side of the guide, adjust the document guides so they match the wide of the original.
  • Page 35 Place the stack of originals onto the document feeder, and slide them into the feeder until the indicator lights. Execute the scan operation from the host computer. USING THE SCANNER...

  • Page 36: Maintenance Overview

    This chapter tells you everything you need to know about maintenance of your scanner and procedures to take to solve scanner problems. This information helps keep your scanner in good working condition and helps you correct any problems that might occur.

  • Page 37: Cleaning The Scanner

    Dirty glasses or white sheet and bar adversely affects the quality of your scanned images. Be sure to inspect these areas for signs of dirt each time you use the scanner. If they appear dirty, wipe them off with a dry or damp soft cloth before you begin your scan job.

  • Page 38: Rollers And Belt

    Rollers and Belt Feed errors such as jams or multiple feeding indicate that the scanner’s rollers or belt may need cleaning. Open the document feeder cover to inspect the rollers and belt for dirt. If they are dirty, clean them with a damp cloth.
  • Page 39 MAINTENANCE After closing the feed roller unit, use a damp soft cloth to clean the two rollers inside the document feeder cover. If feed errors continue to occur after you clean the rollers, it may mean that it’s time to replace the roller set (see the next section). Note: Always clean the feed rollers after scanning documents that smear or contain substances that may be transferred to the rollers.

  • Page 40: Replacing The Roller Set

    Your scanner requires periodic cleaning of the roller set in order to keep originals feeding properly. If feed problems continue to occur even after you clean the roller set, it means that you must replace the roller set with a new one.
  • Page 41 Roller A. Insert a new white roller into the scanner. Press the roller onto the spindle while rotating it from side to side until you feel the roller snap into place. Note: Take care that you do not...
  • Page 42 MAINTENANCE Replace the black plastic cover. Install the new feed roller unit into the scanner as shown in the illustration. Double check to make sure that the pins on the end of the shaft that is towards the back of the scanner seat properly into the holes that are provided.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting Overview

    This chapter provides information on problems that may occur while using the scanner, as well as the actions you can take to solve the problems. Operational errors are indicated by indicators located on the front of the scanner, above the power switch.

  • Page 44: Document Feeder Raised

    TROUBLESHOOTING Document Feeder Raised Indicator Color Green Status This error indicates that the document feeder is raised. Lower the document feeder cover, making sure it goes all the way down. Paper Jam Indicator Color Green Status This error indicates that an original is jammed in the document feeder. Open the document feeder cover.
  • Page 45 TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect the original for tears or curling. If it is in good condition, return it to the starting position on the document feeder and restart the scan job. If the original is wrinkled, smooth it out and scan using the Book Mode. Open the document feeder.

  • Page 46: Paper Misfeed

    TROUBLESHOOTING Paper Misfeed Indicator Color Green Status This error indicates that the document feeder could not feed the originals for some reason. Open the document feeder cover and carefully remove the original as shown in the illustration. If the original does not pull out easily, perform step 2.

  • Page 47: System Error

    Book Mode. System Error Indicator Color Green Green Status Flashing Flashing This error indicates a scanner system error. Turn the scanner off. Turn the scanner back on. Note: If this error persists, contact your service representative. Green Flashing Flashing TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 48 Verify whether the paper is folded, wrinkled, damp, or curled. Check for any misfed paper or other foreign objects in the scanner. Verify that the page size setting is correct for the paper contained in the feeder tray. Clean or replace the roller set.

  • Page 49: Scanner Specifications Specifications

    SCANNER SPECIFICATIONS This section contains the electrical and hardware specifications for your scanner as well as information on the paper feed capabilities provided by the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). Electrical and Hardware Specifications Note: All specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 50: Environmental Specifications

    SCANNER SPECIFICATIONS Environmental Specifications Temperature: 10 to 32 degrees Celsius Humidity: 20 to 80 percent Air circulation: 30 cubic meters, per person, per hour Clearance: 600 mm (24”) above 30 mm (1”) left and right sides 50 mm (2”) rear...

  • Page 51: Interfaces

    SCANNER SPECIFICATIONS This section provides information on the shielded high density 50-pin SCSI II cable you use to connect your scanner to your host computer, on the SCSI II Terminator plug you use on your machine, and on the RS-232C interface.

  • Page 52: Scsi Ii Interface

    50-pin SCSI II bus and tag cable with an A Connector and a SCSI II port available on the host computer. The terminator is a standard SCSI II Terminator plug and is provided with the scanner. The table below lists the high density 50-pin designations and associated signals for SCSI II communications.
  • Page 53 Control/Data -REQ Request -I/O Input/Output SCSI II Terminator specifications A Cable Single-Ended Active high density 50-pin Scanner Terminator plug * Note: Electrical power is supplied by TERMPWR. SCANNER SPECIFICATIONS Signal SCSI II, high density narrow terminator with internal shield, all...

  • Page 54: Rs-232 Interface

    This interface is provided for connection of the optional Operation Panel. It requires a standard RS-232C cross cable (3 meters maximum length) for connection. The scanner side of the cable should have a 25-pin male connector, while the other end of the cable should have a connector that matches the needs of your host computer.

  • Page 55: Options

    This section describes the options that are available for this scanner. Options include an Image Processing Unit (IPU) and an Operation Panel. The optional Image Processing Unit (IPU) adds the following functionality: Dynamic threshold - the scanned image is automatically converted to line art using the appropriate threshold.

  • Page 56: Scanner Features Scanner Functionality

    This appendix contains descriptions and illustrations of the functions and features provided by your scanner, as well as illustrations of how your scanned images will output based on various specifications. Note: The scanner is controlled by the driver software you are using. Some software does not support all of the functions discussed in this appendix.
  • Page 57 SCANNER FEATURES 6FDQ Function Scanning a selected area of an image using the settings you specify. Usage Enter the settings you want to use, for example, the scan area, scanning composition, resolution, and so forth. Use Scan to scan the image using these parameters.

  • Page 58: Scanning Composition

    Use multi-value scanning to scan an image that has gray shading when you want to print or display the image on a gray scale device. Original Halftone scanned image SCANNER FEATURES Binary scanned image Multi-value scanned image...

  • Page 59: Binary Scanning-Threshold

    Binary scanning converts every pixel included in the image to either black or white. When the image contains a gray area, the threshold value determines whether the scanner records the area as black or white. When the threshold value is high, the scanner records more pixels as black.

  • Page 60: Dynamic Threshold

    Dynamic threshold The scanned image is converted to binary using an appropriate threshold. The threshold is determined by the scanner using an optional image processing unit. Dynamic threshold Note:Dynamic threshold is available only when the optional Image Processing Unit is installed.

  • Page 61: Halftone Scanning

    Halftoning requires less memory. Therefore, it is convenient for filing a large amount of image data. This scanner has eleven halftoning methods, including ten dithering methods and one error diffusion.

  • Page 62: Multi-Value Scanning

    (for example, a photograph) when you want to print or display the image on a gray scale device. Select 4-bit, 6-bit, or 8- bit depending on the gray level capability of your output device. Original 4-bit image SCANNER FEATURES 8-bit image...

  • Page 63: Area Extraction

    SCANNER FEATURES Area extraction Function Extracts a rectangular area from the whole scannable area. Usage Use area extraction when you want to extract a portion of an image. For example, when you want to extract a photograph from a page, define a rectangle over the photograph, as shown below.

  • Page 64: Section Area (Multi-Area Settings

    1.Set binary composition for the 2.Set harftone composition for this area. 3.Set harftone composition for this area. 4.Set harftone composition for this area Original/Example settings whole scannable area. SCANNER FEATURES...

  • Page 65: Auto Photo/Letter

    Note: This function is available only when the optional image processing unit is installed in the scanner. When binary areas and halftone areas are not separated clearly, segmentation may not be achieved.

  • Page 66: Resolution

    A lower resolution indicates lower quality and a higher resolution is a waste of memory. However, when you change the scale of your image, modify the resolution according to the scale. Original Lower SCANNER FEATURES Higher A-11...

  • Page 67: Brightness

    SCANNER FEATURES Brightness Function Adjusts the brightness value between 1 and 255. A high brightness setting results in a lighter overall image, while a low brightness setting results in a darker overall image. Usage When scanning a dark image, the darker area may display as deep black, even though it has gray scales.

  • Page 68: Gamma Correction

    Select one of the above settings, depending on your original and output device. When you want to perform fine correction of an image, select the “User defined” setting to load your own gamma correction curve to the scanner. SCANNER FEATURES A-13...

  • Page 69: Binary Filter

    SCANNER FEATURES Binary filter Function You can use the following binary filters for binary scanning: Noise elimination - eliminates independent black or white dots. Smoothing - flattens uneven dots. Thickening black lines - thickens thin lines. Edge extraction - extracts outlines of the image.

  • Page 70: Parameter Download

    Parameter download Function Downloads a gamma curve and a dither pattern to the scanner. You can modify the scanned image with your gamma curve and convert it to binary using your dither pattern. manual for information on how to download these parameters to the scanner.

  • Page 71: Glossary Acronyms

    This section contains a list of the acronyms you may use while working with the scanner and the scanner documentation. Automatic Document Feeder dots per inch Input/Output Light Emitting Diode Megabyte Personal Computer pages per minute Random Access Memory Read Only Memory SCSI II Small Computer Systems Interface type two.

  • Page 72: Terms

    GLOSSARY This section contains a list of the terms you may use while working with the scanner and the scanner documentation. application Software program, or programs used to process information. asynchronous Data communication transmissions that are controlled by start and stop characters, causing the time intervals between the transmission of data blocks to be unequal in length.
  • Page 73 Orientation in which graphics and text are scanned parallel to the long edge of the page. long-edge Moving the paper through the scanner in the direction of feed the paper length. Megabyte. Unit made up of one million bytes.
  • Page 74 Scanner driver Software that allows a host computer to communicate with a scanner. short-edge Moving the paper through the scanner in the direction of feed the paper width (the short side of the paper). spot Single element of a picture imaged by the scanner (also...
  • Page 75 Part No. G4058600 Printed in Japan...

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