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Installing your Microtek ArtixScan DI 5240/5250/5260
1.
Unpack Contents
Unpack your scanner package and check for
major components.
1. Scanner
2. Hi-Speed USB cable
3. Software CDs/DVDs
4. Document Feed Tray
5. Power adapter
6. Power cord
2.
Install Software
A. Visit the Microtek website at www.microtek.com.
B. Use the search
"Downloads" page associated with this product.
C. Download the necessary drivers and software marked as "Yes" on the download list, based on
your operating system.
D. Once the file download is finished, proceed with the software installation.
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For Windows: Double-click the downloaded file (*.exe) to begin the installation process.
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For Mac OS: Double-click the downloaded file (*.dmg) to reveal its contents. If it's a
ScanPotter PKG file, double-click it to begin the installation. If it's a ScanPotter.app file, just
copy it to the "Applications" folder, and the installation will be done.
E.
After installing all the required drivers and software, restart your computer.
NOTE: The file download process may take some time. The duration may vary based on your internet speed,
bandwidth, file size, and other factors. Please be patient during the download. If you encounter any issues or
need further assistance, please contact Microtek Customer Service Department.
Windows users can also install the driver and software from the software CD provided with
the scanner. Insert the Microtek software DVD into your DVD drive and follow the on-screen
instructions to install the driver and software.
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Summary of Contents for Microtek ArtixScan DI 5240
- Page 1 Microtek Customer Service Department. Windows users can also install the driver and software from the software CD provided with the scanner. Insert the Microtek software DVD into your DVD drive and follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver and software.
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Page 2: Unlock Scanner
Unlock Scanner A. Remove the yellow “Unlock Scanner” sticker from your scanner. B. With the scanner power off, tilt the front right corner of the scanner to see the locking switch at the bottom. C. Push the locking switch to the position as indicated in the graph, with the icon on the lock Locked Unlocked... - Page 3 Install & Close Document Feed Tray Install Document Feed Tray Close Document Feed Tray A. Insert the Document Feed Tray by A. Along the tracks of the two sides of sliding the tabs into the slots at the the Document Feed Tray, slide the feed back of the scanner.
- Page 4 WARNING: The document feeder is not designed for scanning photos; doing so may damage your originals. Microtek accepts no responsibility for damage that may arise from misuse of equipment. Guide Arms 3.
- Page 5 Using the Paper Stoppers There are two types of Paper Stoppers at the output tray, which are designed to prevent the outputs of stacked papers falling in a mess into the output tray after being scanned. Based on the paper size in use, adjust either of Paper Stoppers to appropriate position to keep the after-scanned outputs neatly in the output tray before scanning.
- Page 6 B. On the Flatbed 1. Fold down the Document Feed Tray to close it. Please refer to the previous section “Close Document Feed Tray” in this guide to close it. 2. Raise the scanner lid (ADF). Locate the notch at the left-front lower side of the scanner.
- Page 7 Basic Scanning for PC Users 1. Load the document to be scanned either on the scanner's glass surface or into the ADF’s document feed tray. WARNING: Do not place photo paper or fragile sheets of paper on the feed tray, as doing this will damage the original photo or frail papers during the feeding process.
- Page 8 6. Click the Preview button to perform a preliminary view of the entire image. When done, a preview image appears in the Preview window. Do not forget to put the document back on the document feed tray. 7. Go to the “General” panel by clicking the General tab in the Settings window. Specify the settings for your requirements there.
- Page 9 File Location menu box Click on a thumbnail image to enlarge it in the Image View Window at the right side of the interface. AP control panel (Main interface) TWAIN driver control panel (Scan Setup interface)
- Page 10 Basic Scanning for Mac Users 1. Load the document to be scanned either on the scanner's glass surface or into the ADF’s document feed tray. WARNING: Do not place photo paper or fragile sheets of paper on the feed tray, as doing this will damage the original photo or frail papers during the feeding process.
- Page 11 Click the Scan Settings button to switch back to the default control panel of ScanPotter Click the Image Settings button to switch to a window where contains a additional image correction tools (Additional Adjustment column) for your scanned image. Preview window Scan frame (enclosed by dotted lines)
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Page 12: Fixing Paper Jams
Fixing Paper Jams Release button 1. Push the Release button to open the ADF cover as shown in the graph. ADF cover 2. Pull out the jammed paper in an upward direction from the feeder. 3. Push the ADF cover back down into place until you hear a “click”... -
Page 13: Care And Cleaning
Care and Cleaning To ensure optimal performance from the your scanner, it is important to clean several critical parts of the scanner on a regular basis. Please follow the sections below to clean each part carefully. Cleaning the Scanner Glass Surfaces With the scanner lid (ADF) opened, use a soft, non-abrasive and lint-free cloth to gently wipe the glass surfaces of the flatbed... -
Page 14: Maintenance
Maintenance After usage for a period of time, the Separation Module Assembly and Feed Rollers may become worn out, and problems such as document double-feed may occur. In this case, check either the Separation Module Assembly or the Feed Roller Assembly, and replace them if needed. - Page 15 Problems? The green LED lighting (the SCAN/STOP button) indicates the status of the scanner. The orange LED lighting (the POWER button) stands for power and should always stay on steady when the scanner is on. All On: Ready to scan. Flashing Green: Scanning.
- Page 16 If the installed drivers or software are not working properly on your product or operating system after installing the software package, please go to the Microtek website at www. microtek.com. Search for the product keyword to find the product's “Downloads” page.
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