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Thank you for purchasing the PowerLook 3000 color scanner. With the PowerLook 3000 color
scanner, you can easily scan A4 size documents and photographs into your computer and maintain
them as electronic copies.
Main Features:
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High Resolution and Density Range: With a resolution of up to 12192 dpi, it produces better gamma
transformation, and a more accurate detection of highlight and shadow details, thereby allowing
even distribution of colors.
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Power Twin Lens: PowerLook 3000 offers a dual-lens feature that enables users to choose between
two optical resolutions: 1220x3048 dpi and 3048x3048 dpi. It is like having two scanners in one
machine. The extended optical resolution is extremely helpful when scanning small images, such
as 35mm slides.
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Auto Focus: When switching the lens or changing the scan mode (Reflective/Transmissive), the
scanner will move the lens and the CCD for focusing the image automatically.
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Intelligent Scanning Control Interface called MagicScan: MagicScan provides a comprehensive range of
scanning control functions. Completing the package are the bundled award-winning and proven
software packages such as buniscan PhotoPerfect.
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Built-in Transparency Adapter: Allows the scanning of films, slides and transparencies up to the full-
size scanning area: 8.5" x 11.7".
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Proprietary Image Noise Reduction: Your scanner uses a sealed optical system design that blocks dust
particles and excess reflections from penetrating the optical unit, thereby overcoming image and
optical noise and ensuring sharp, true-life images.
System Requirements: 486DX or higher (68030 processor or Power Macintosh for Mac users), CD-
ROM drive, hard drive with 20MB free disk space, 4MB memory, Microsoft Windows 3.1 or 95 (Mac
OS 7.0 or later for Mac users), Windows-compatible keyboard, display and mouse. Recommended:
SVGA or higher graphics card.
PowerLook 3000
Color Scanner
Operation Manual
Part No.: 830555-00
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English
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Page 1: Main Features
Power Twin Lens: PowerLook 3000 offers a dual-lens feature that enables users to choose between two optical resolutions: 1220x3048 dpi and 3048x3048 dpi. It is like having two scanners in one machine. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Scanning with Scan Frames... 7 Notice for Scanning Images ... 8 Chapter 3: PC Installation... 9 Interface Card Installation... 9 Connecting the Scanner to the Computer ... 10 Installing the Software ... 11 Scanning with Scan Frames... 12 Notice for Scanning Images ... 13 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Tips... - Page 3 No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language, in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of UMAX Data Systems, Inc. Contents of this...
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Page 4: Quick Start Guide
Connect the SCSI cable to the SCSI interface card and the other end of the SCSI cable to the scanner. If your scanner is not chained to other SCSI devices or at the end of the SCSI chain, please connect the terminator to the remaining SCSI port of your scanner. -
Page 5: Software Installation
4. Connecting the Power Connect the power cord to the scanner and plug the other end of the power cord into an available outlet (socket). 5. Powering Up Turn the scanner power switch on. When the Ready indicator is on, your scanner is ready to use. -
Page 6: About This Manual
Chapter 4 gives troubleshooting tips for possible problems with the scanner. Appendix A gives instructions for installing an ASPI-compatible interface card. Appendix B lists specifications for PowerLook 3000. A Glossary and an Index are also included for easy reference. -
Page 7: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1: Getting Started Your PowerLook 3000 scanner is extremely user-friendly. Hardware and software installation can be completed in a few steps. In minutes you can start operating your scanner and obtain impressive results. This chapter tells you how to prepare your scanner for connection and installation. It also gives some handling precautions and general care measures to ensure that your scanner will stay in top condition at all times. -
Page 8: A Glance At Your Scanner
A Glance at Your Scanner Take a few minutes to become familiar with the different parts of the scanner. The figure below shows the locations and names of the scanner parts. A brief description of each part is also given. -
Page 9: Preparing The Scanner
Run the automatic scanner self-test Testing the Scanner The scanner automatically performs a simple self-test each time it is turned on. This self-test checks the status of certain scanner devices. After unpacking, start the scanner self-test by following the steps below: Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. -
Page 10: Changing The Scsi Id Number
Check to see if this ID setting is used by another device connected to your computer’s SCSI port. If SCSI ID #5 is not used, you do not need to change your scanner’s SCSI ID number. You can directly proceed to hardware connection and software installation. -
Page 11: Care And Maintenance Tips
Before you clean the object glass, make sure the scanner power is off and the power cord is unplugged. Clean the object glass of the scanner with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent or alcohol. -
Page 12: Chapter 2: Macintosh Installation
Image Application Software, e.g. binuscan PhotoPerfect, Adobe Photoshop. Then, MagicScan. MagicScan is the interface used by application software to control UMAX scanners. Its advanced controls allow precise adjustments in images even during the initial scan. For detailed information on installing the software, refer to the Installation section of... -
Page 13: Scanning With Scan Frames
4 x 5 inch. Orientation holes are located on the short sides of the frames. When one or more of these frames are placed on the scanner’s object glass and the “Scan” button is clicked, the scanner will automatically detect the existence of each frame, using the orientation holes for reference, and will only include what is within each Scan Frame in the resulting scanned image. -
Page 14: Notice For Scanning Images
Notice for Scanning Images PowerLook 3000 uses a special way to scan documents. Instead of moving the scanner light source back and forth to capture image data, the object glass of the scanner moves back and forth while the scanner light source remains fixed. -
Page 15: Chapter 3: Pc Installation
PC. Please consult paragraphs “A” or “B” below to make the appropriate settings for your card. A. If your interface card is a UMAX proprietary card and has I/O Base Address dip switches on it, refer to the documentation that came with your interface card to confirm or reset the I/O base address. -
Page 16: Connecting The Scanner To The Computer
Connect the 25-pin cable connector to the interface card in the PC. Note: If your SCSI card is not a UMAX brand, you have to use the other 50- pin port (50-50 pin) cable connector to connect to your interface card. -
Page 17: Installing The Software
Install the software in two easy steps, in the following order: Image Application Software, e.g. binuscan PhotoPerfect, Adobe Photoshop. Then, MagicScan. MagicScan is the interface used by application software to control UMAX scanners. Its advanced controls allow precise adjustments to images even during the initial scan. -
Page 18: Scanning With Scan Frames
4 x 5 inch. Orientation holes are located on the short sides of the frames. When one or more of these frames are placed on the scanner’s object glass and the “Scan” button is clicked, the scanner will automatically detect the existence of each frame, using the orientation holes for reference, and will only include what is within each Scan Frame in the resulting scanned image. -
Page 19: Notice For Scanning Images
Notice for Scanning Images PowerLook 3000 uses a special way to scan documents. Instead of moving the scanner light source back and forth to capture image data, the object glass of the scanner moves back and forth while the scanner light source remains fixed. -
Page 20: Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Tips
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Tips The PowerLook 3000 scanner was designed to provide a hassle-free installation and operation. However, should you encounter problems with your scanner, correct them by way of the troubleshooting tips given in this chapter. For persistent problems with your computer, consult your dealer or approved service personnel. -
Page 21: Led Indicators
Problem 1: Power Indicator fails to come on Possible Cause / Solution: Make sure the power cable is plugged into the scanner and the wall socket. Make sure that the power switch is on. If none of the above works, contact your dealer. -
Page 22: System Hang
System Hang You may encounter a situation where the PC software installation appears to be stable and the scanner appears to be normal, but the system “hangs” whenever scanner operations are attempted. This problem is most often caused by another card in the system being set to the same address of your interface card. -
Page 23: Appendix A: Installing An Aspi-Compatible Card
Checking the SCSI Addresses The illustration below shows the location of the SCSI address selector at the rear panel of the scanner. The selector shows the SCSI address setting of the scanner. In this case, it is #5 - the factory preset address. -
Page 24: Resetting The Address Of The Scanner
Connect the scanner to an ASPI compatible interface card that does not have another device attached to it. PowerLook 3000 has a built-in terminator switch for you to turn on and off (see the illustration). Number 1 represents “active” and number 2 represents “terminator power”. -
Page 25: Connecting The Computer And Scanner
Install software in two easy steps, in the following order: Image Application Software. MagicScan MagicScan is the interface used by the application software to control UMAX scanners. Its advanced controls allow precise adjustments in images even during the initial scan. - Page 26 Win95 users - click on the Start button on the taskbar and select the Run command. Win3.1 users - choose the Run command from the File menu of Windows Program Manager. In the Command Line of the Run dialog box, type d:\setup (if you are using CD-ROM drive D).
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Page 27: Appendix B: Scanner Specifications
Appendix B: Scanner Specifications Scanner Type Interface Scan Speed Maximum Scannable Area Optical Resolution Output (H/W) Resolution Maximum Resolution Color Scanning Method Sample Depth Color Mode GrayScale Mode Lineart mode Scanner Settings Scaling Highlight/Shadow Contrast/Brightness Gamma Curve Data Output Color Mode... -
Page 28: Glossary
The graphical representation of a computer file or piece of computer software. Indicator Panel The area of the scanner that holds and displays the LED indicators. Interface Card A card that provides additional functions or capabilities for your computer. These cards are called by various names such as adapter, add-in card,... - Page 29 Object Glass The tempered glass of the scanner where documents or object to be scanned are placed. Optical Assembly The component system of the scanner that contains all the scanner's optical components. Sometimes referred to as a carriage or carriage assembly.
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