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NeuraScanner Installation and Operation Guide NeuraLabel Printing Solutions, a Neuralog Company...
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Neuralog, Inc. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Trademarks Neuralog, NeuraLog, NeuraMap, NeuraView, NeuraSection, Neuralog Desktop, NeuraLaser, NeuraLaserColor, NeuraLaserColor II, Neuralog 300x, Callisto, NT1000, and NeuraScanner are trademarks of Neuralog, LP .
Table of Contents Contents 1 Introduction ................2 2 Important Safety Information ..........3 3 Before Using ................4 4 Setup and Software Installation ..........8 5 Basic Scanning ..............10 6 Additional Features .............. 13 7 Software Reference ............. 19 A System Requirements ............
USB ports provide flexibility to operate in the field • Universal Power Supply • 110-220V/50-60 Hz auto sensing • Film Scanning Kit (Optional) • Any NeuraScanner can be modified to scan full or reduced scale film. This includes both positive and negative film. P a g e...
When using electrical appliances or equipment, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: RESTRICTION ON USE Use this equipment only for its intended use as described in this guide. NeuraScanner Do not use power supplied outside the specified voltage/ hertz range. ...
NeuraScanner Power Supply Cable USB Cable NeuraScanner is shipped with a Power Supply Cable and a USB Cable. Cables may differ slightly from those shown. NeuraScanner License Key #, software and drivers will be emailed to the designated contact. Check for updates on Neuralog’s web site, www.neuralog.com.
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NOTE: Jog Switch is ignored if pressed while scanning. Start/Pause Button The Green Button on the scanner top is used to Start or Pause a Scan. NOTE: This may also be controlled in NeuraScanner’s software. P a g e...
Make sure the lever is down when a document is placed in position. It lifts when the job is completed. NOTE: NeuraScanner will not scan if lever is not depressed. Contact Image Sensor The Contact Image Sensor “sees” the document. A glass strip covers it.
NOTE: Only replace with fuse of same type and rating. USB Port The USB Port is used to connect NeuraScanner to your PC with the USB cable included. SIDE PANEL The NeuraScanner Fan circulates air through the motor. NOTE: To achieve proper air flow, the fan must not be blocked.
• Plug NeuraScanner into power source with supplied power cord. • Connect NeuraScanner USB port to computer USB port with supplied USB cable. • Turn scanner ON with power switch located on rear panel. LED Power/ Activity indicator will light up when scanner is fully booted.
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION • Make sure the NeuraScanner is powered on and USB connected from the PC to the NeuraScanner before beginning the installation process. • Select the following products/components and accept the defaults • NeuraScanner (Nscan) • NeuraView Scanner Edition (SE) (NeuraView) •...
5 Basic Scanning START NEURASCANNER SOFTWARE Start -> Type “NeuraScanner” You can also conveniently start the NeuraScanner software using the icon on your Desktop. PLACE PAPER IN SCANNER • Place the top-edge of document face down under the rollers and slide toward image sensor glass.
Select image Mode: B&W, Gray, Color. • Set image scan width. Make sure it matches with the ruler measurement of the NeuraScanner. • Set image scan length. NOTE: ‘Unlimited’ will scan until paper sensor lever “trips” (runs out of paper). This is the default value.
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BASIC SCAN OPERATIONS BEGIN SCAN: Click SCAN button in software or GREEN button on scanner. Image will appear in window. NOTE: Scanning may pause as image is processed PAUSE SCAN: Click PAUSE button in software or GREEN button on scanner. This enables the user to skip past part of document /log before continuing scan.
6 Additional Features CREATING CUSTOM BATCH FILES • File -> Create Batch File... (User’s default text editor will launch (i.e. Notepad) • Type list of paths/filenames to be scanned as shown in the example below: o Testscan1.tif- Image will be placed in the current scan folder. o WellA1.tif- Image will be placed in the p:\projects\images folder.
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3 days to authenticate the licensing. • Under the Raster menu, click Scan Image Button: You will be prompted for a file name. The NeuraScanner software will then be initiated. • Start Scan as usual. - When scan is complete, NeuraView will open for review or editing.
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AUTOLOADING SCANNED IMAGES TO NEURAVIEW In the Preferences panel (Edit -> Preferences... • Make sure “Send to NeuraView” is toggled on. • • This setting will remain until changed again. • When a document is scanned, NeuraView automatically opens the file just scanned for final review.
• DO NOT Change the features from the Default without reading the Film Scanning Kit section and/or consulting with the NeuraLabel Support Team first. o Rows Per Strip – 32 o Gun to Use – All o Apply Color Correction – On o Activate Advance Options—...
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OPTIONS – SCAN WIDTH AND LENGTH • Refer to the ruler on the top of NeuraScanner for the media width and enter that value. Confirm width and adjust for each scan. Length will be Unlimited. The system allows for specific lengths for special cases.
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FILM SCANNING KIT Any NeuraScanner can be modified to scan full scale or reduced scale film. This includes both positive and negative films. The optional Film Scanning Kit includes a backlit lid which allows transmitted light scanning, a lamp power supply, and a margin offset bar. The Film Scanning lid replaces the standard NeuraScanner lid.
7 Software Reference NEURASCANNER’S INTERFACE SOFTWARE Image Path & Filename Image Auto-Number Batch Mode On/Off Settings Set Scan Next Width/Length document in Nscan Batch File (.nsb) Image Quality Scan Speed Scan Control Scan Status Bar Settings 19 | P a g e...
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Main Menu Items File Create New Scan Document Open Nscan Batch File (.nsb) Create Nscan Batch File (.nsb) Move To or Create Working Project Calibrate Scanner Recent File List Exit 20 | P a g e...
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Edit - Scanner Devices Displays list of all detected USB/ COM ports on your computer. If COM port is being used but scanner is not detected, select correct COM port and move to top of list. Close and re-open software to reset. (Default Serial is COM1). ...
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HELP Enter License Code User Guide / Release Notes / Training Current Version Notes the version of the software installed. 22 | P a g e...
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File Naming and Auto-Numbering Batch Scan Option Enables user to browse to desired directory path for image file. In addition, Batch Scan option is available to auto-number filesScan Control Software scan operation buttons. Scan Pause Stop Eject Scan Settings Enables user to set b/w scan thresholds and color/greyscale brightness. ‘Turbo’...
A System Requirements PROCESSOR: Any modern standard PC OPERATING SYSTEM: Windows 10 and Windows 11 with 2.0 USB Support Recommended. If your system has another USB connection, you will need to purchase a converter. GRAPHICS: 640X480 minimum, 800X600 (or higher) with 16 bit high color. 24 | P a g e...
B Troubleshooting Verify by checking the green LED Power/Activity Indicator found on the scanner top. Power Supply Cord may not be properly connected. Check connections. Power Cord may be bad. Try another Power Cord. Scanner won't turn Fuse may be blown. Check and replace if necessary. Fuse holder is behind scanner near Power Receptacle.
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Scanner Not Found Unplug USB cable from the scanner and plug back in. Your computer will detect new hardware and ask for drivers to be installed. If this does not work, tray a different USB port or USB cord.
C NTSTest Report No. A 0522-CE Test Summary This test record demonstrates “CE” Mark compliance with the following EMC requirements for the NeuraScanner. • Emissions European Regions: • EN55022 Class B Emissions (Radiated & Conducted) North America Regions: • CFR 47, Part 15, Subpart B, Class B, FCC Emissions •...
D Neuralog, LP Software License Agreement This is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or entity), the end user licensee (“Licensee”) and Neuralog, Inc. (“Neuralog”). If you do not agree to the terms of this agreement, promptly return the disk package and other items that are part of this product in their original package.
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General. Except as specifically licensed above, you may not use, copy, modify or transfer the Program, in whole or in part. This Agreement will be governed and interpreted by the laws of the State of Texas of the United States, without regard to the conflicts of law provisions thereof.
E Neuralog Hardware Warranty The NeuraScanner from Neuralog is warranted to be free from failures due to defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase. During this one year period Neuralog will, at its sole option, replace or repair at no charge the product which, in its opinion, is defective.
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