Kodak Imagelink 900 User Manual
Kodak Imagelink 900 User Manual

Kodak Imagelink 900 User Manual

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A-41069
Part No. 636914
January 1993
KODAK IMAGE L I NK
Scanner 900 and
923
MD R S
BUSINESS IMAGING SYSTEMS

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual A-41069 Part No. 636914 January 1993 KODAK IMAGE L I NK Scanner 900 and MD R S BUSINESS IMAGING SYSTEMS...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Scanner features ................1-1 Scanner options ................1-2 Scanner components ..............1-3 Front view ................1-3 Rear view ................1-4 Status display ................ 1-5 Operating keys and indicators..........1-6 Basic Concepts Modes ..................2-1 Linked modes ................ 2-1 Image addresses .................
  • Page 3 Area D - The vertical transport area ......... 7-8 Area E - The upper turn area ........... 7-9 Area F - The document exit area ........7-10 Scanner 900 Maintenance Cleaning tasks ................8-1 Cleaning materials ............... 8-1 Daily maintenance procedures ............. 8-2 Cleaning the imaging guides ..........
  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION ™ The KODAK IMAGELINK Scanner 900 is a medium- to high-speed (up to 120 pages per minute†), high-resolution (up to 400 dpi) rotary scanner designed for medium- to high-volume digitial capture of business documents. The Scanner 900 captures printed characters, handwritten text, and graphics from documents of various sizes (from 2.5 in [64 mm]...
  • Page 5: Scanner Options

    Scanner options The following options are available for use with your Scanner: • A custom-designed chair (ergonomic design). • A workstation console, left or right position. • A choice of feeders. • A choice of exit hoppers. • A footswitch for document level control. •...
  • Page 6: Scanner Components

    Scanner components The following illustrations and descriptions will assist you in locating and becoming familiar with the Scanner components: Front view Control Panel – contains the Status Display, Indicators, and Operating Keys used to control the Scanner. Exit Hopper – accepts documents after they have been scanned. Feed and Separator Rollers –...
  • Page 7: Rear View

    Rear view Computer Computer Computer Main Interface 1 Interface 2 Interface 3 Power Power (COIN1) (COIN2) (COIN3) Cord Switch SCSI Computer Interface 1 (COIN1) - Service/Diagnostic Interface. Used when configuring the Scanner and for running diagnostics. Computer Interface 2 (COIN2) - OCR Command/Bar Code Interface. Used for transferring commands between the Scanner and external devices/subsystems.
  • Page 8: Status Display

    Status display Two Line Status Display Mode Document Level Scan Mode Image Address Name/Number Indicator Indicator 0030.05.100.001 MODE 5 Please Wait... Operator Message Scan Mode Simplex Duplex Indicators: (one-sided; front) (two-sided; front and rear) Document Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Indicators: 1 - 5...
  • Page 9: Operating Keys And Indicators

    Operating keys and indicators Indicator not in use Right Arrow Up Arrow Plus Key Scanner Down Arrow Buffer Indicators Left Arrow Key/Indicator Function Scanner Buffer Status Indicators Indicates how much image buffer space is available: A full image buffer is represented by only one light in the display; An empty image buffer is represented by all lights in the display.
  • Page 10 Operating keys and indicators Not used P3 P4 P5 CAL E N D P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 Programmable Keys Transport Jog (P Keys) Keys/Indicators Function Used to initiate the calibration process. Used at the end of a batch or job to alert the host computer that the batch or job has ended.
  • Page 11 Operating keys and indicators Numeric Keys Level 3 Key Level 2 Key Level 1 Key Decimal Key Keys/Indicators Function Numeric Keys (0 - 9) Used to enter numeric data such as an Image Address or Function Code. F Key Used to select one of the available functions, when used with the numeric keys.
  • Page 12 Operating keys and indicators Clear/Cancel Next NEXT Enter Stop Key/Indicator Function Clear Used to cancel a function without changing the preset values. Cancel Used to clear the Status Display after executing select function codes. Used to clear an operator message from the Status Display. Used to turn on the feeder and transport system.
  • Page 13: Basic Concepts

    BASIC CONCEPTS The following information will provide you with the basic concepts associated with scanning documents. Modes The Scanner offers eighteen (18) modes which may be defined for a particular application or group of applications. When you select a mode for use with a particular application, you are selecting the format/appearance of the output.
  • Page 14 The following example illustrates the use of linked modes. • Assume that in Mode 10: - The Index Format is three-level. - The Image Address Level 3 field length is three (3) characters; the Image Address Level 2 field length is two (2) characters; the Image Address Level 1 field length is four (4) characters.
  • Page 15: Image Addresses

    Image addresses An Image Address is assigned to every document scanned. An Image Address consists of four fields, each of which represent a different document level. An Image Address has a maximum length of fifteen (15) characters; twelve (12) alphanumerics (Field A, Field B, and Field C must be numeric;...
  • Page 16: Using The Next Key

    Using the NEXT key To set or change an Image Address using the NEXT key (or Function Code F97), simply press the NEXT key or enter Function Code F97. The next Image Address will be displayed. An entry cursor will appear over the first character of the next Image Address.
  • Page 17 Once the desired alpha character appears in the display, it may be selected for input into the Fixed Field. To input the desired alpha character, use the left or right arrow key to move the flashing cursor over the desired alpha character.
  • Page 18: Image Address Formats

    Image address formats The Image Address may be displayed in the status display, and printed on the original document(s) as they are transported through the system. The format in which the Image Address appears when displayed, written, or printed is defined during installation for each mode. The written/printed Image Address may appear in one of three formats: •...
  • Page 19: Single Level Indexing

    Single level indexing When using this scheme, the Image Address (IA) assigned to each document is defined as follows: • Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length greater than zero. • Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length of zero. •...
  • Page 20: Two Level Indexing

    Two level indexing When using this scheme, the Image Address (IA) assigned to each document is defined as follows: • Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length greater than zero. • Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length greater than zero.
  • Page 21 Chapter Image Address 01.000 Header Page 1-1 Image Address 01.001 Page 1-2 Image Address 01.002 Page ... Page 1-40 Image Address 01.040 Chapter Image Address 02.000 Header Page 2-1 Image Address 02.001 Page 2-2 Image Address 02.002 Page ... Page 2-60 Image Address 02.060 The header page for Chapter 1 is assigned Image Address 01.000.
  • Page 22: Two Level Offset Indexing

    Two level offset indexing When using this scheme, the Image Address (IA) assigned to each document is defined as follows: • Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length of zero. • Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length greater than zero. •...
  • Page 23 Chapter Image Address 01 Header Page 1-1 Image Address 01 Page 1-2 Image Address 01 Page ... Page 1-40 Image Address 01 Chapter Image Address 02 Header Page 2-1 Image Address 02 Page 2-2 Image Address 02 Page ... Page 2-60 Image Address 02 The header page for Chapter 1 is assigned Image Address 01.
  • Page 24: Three Level Indexing

    Three level indexing When using this scheme, the Image Address (IA) assigned to each document is defined as follows: • Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length greater than zero. • Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length greater than zero. •...
  • Page 25 Section Image Address 2.00.000 Section Image Address 1.00.000 Header Header Chapter Image Address 1.01.000 Chapter Image Address 2.01.000 Header Header Page 1-1 Image Address 1.01.001 Page 1-1 Image Address 2.01.001 Page ... Page ... Page 1-40 Image Address 1.01.040 Page 1-120 Image Address 2.01.120 Chapter Image Address 1.02.000...
  • Page 26: Three Level Offset Indexing

    Three level offset indexing When using this scheme, the Image Address (IA) assigned to each document is defined as follows: • Field A (Level 1) is defined as having a field length of zero. • Field B (Level 2) is defined as having a field length greater than zero. •...
  • Page 27 Section Image Address 2.00 Section Image Address 1.00 Header Header Chapter Image Address 1.01 Chapter Image Address 2.01 Header Header Page 1-1 Image Address 1.01 Page 1-1 Image Address 2.01 Page ... Page ... Page 1-40 Image Address 1.01 Page 1-120 Image Address 2.01 Chapter Image Address 1.02...
  • Page 28: Controlling Document Level Changes

    Level 3, 2, or 1. • You may use Function Code F07 to assign a document Level 0. ™ • You may use the optional KODAK IMAGELINK Footswitch accessory; pressing, pressing and holding, or releasing the Footswitch can change document levels.
  • Page 29: Batching

    Batching A batch is defined as a specific number of documents of a given level (Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3). Prior to processing, a predefined action may take place. During processing, when the specified number of documents of the given level have been processed, a predefined action will take place.
  • Page 30: Scanning Considerations

    Scanning considerations The topics presented in this section apply to document scanning. Image Headers are created when documents are scanned. Each Image headers scanned document has its own individual image header, containing information such as: • Document number (sequential number) •...
  • Page 31: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED The following steps are necessary to prepare the Scanner for operation: • Turn on the Main Power Switch (located at the rear of the machine). • Turn on the Side Panel Switch. • Select the language display. • Calibrate the Scanner. •...
  • Page 32: Calibrating The Scanner

    Calibrating the Scanner Calibration sets the intensity of the lamps, which contribute to the overall quality of the scanned document image. The Scanner should be calibrated: • At least once a day when the Scanner is turned on using the Side Panel Switch - prior to scanning documents.
  • Page 33: Unsuccessful Calibration

    Unsuccessful calibration If the calibration is not successful, a message will appear in the Status Display. You may need to: • Verify that you are using a clean, blank sheet of paper as a calibration target. • Verify that there is not a document already in the document path. Refer to Troubleshooting - Clearing the document path.
  • Page 34: Adjusting The Feed And Separator Roller Gap

    Adjusting the feed and The gap adjustment knob on the Control Panel increases or decreases separator roller gap the space between the feed and separator rollers. The gap must be adjusted properly for smooth transportation of documents without document overlap. When documents of different thicknesses are fed in a group, adjust the gap using the thinnest document in the group.
  • Page 35 5. Turn the Gap Adjustment Knob clockwise three complete turns to open the gap between the feed and separator rollers. 6. Select two documents of the same size, texture and thickness, similar to the types of documents you will be processing. 7.
  • Page 36 10. When you have adjusted the gap so that the bottom document separates consistently from the top document, rotate the Gap Adjustment Knob counterclockwise another one or two clicks to complete the adjustment. 11. Feed a stack of fifty (50) to one-hundred (100) documents twice through the transport system.
  • Page 37: Adjusting The Feed Shelf Position

    Adjusting the feed shelf Before you begin feeding documents into the Scanner, adjust the position of the Feed Shelf: position Feed Shelf Work Shelf Notch Groove Height Adjustment Legs To automatically feed multiple documents, the feed shelf should be in the raised position (as shown above).
  • Page 38: Adjusting The Feed Shelf Side Guides

    Adjusting the feed shelf Before you begin processing documents, adjust the side guides on the feed shelf to accomodate the documents being processed. side guides 2. Slide apart the Side Guides on the Feed Shelf until the Feed Shelf Label is visible. Center line 2.
  • Page 39: Adjusting The Exit Hopper Side Guides And End Stop

    Adjusting the exit The Exit Hopper Side Guides and End Stop must be adjusted so that documents will be stacked properly after processing. hopper side guides and end stop 1. Adjust the Side Guides on the Exit Hopper to match the adjustment of the Side Guides on the Feed Shelf.
  • Page 40: Changing The Deflector

    The Scanner comes with two deflectors (stored in the pocket located Changing the deflector inside the right-side access door), designed to help stack the documents as they exit the transport system and enter the exit hopper. Use the short deflector for documents less than 5 inches (13 cm) and the long deflector for documents longer than 5 inches (13 cm) as well as for mixed sizes.
  • Page 41: Preparing Documents For Scanning

    Preparing documents for Before you begin processing documents, make certain that the documents may be fed through the Scanner easily: scanning • Remove any staples, rubber bands, loose mending tape, or paper clips from the documents to be processed. • Straighten wrinkled edges and tape any torn documents. •...
  • Page 42: Operating The Scanner

    OPERATING THE SCANNER Overview The scanning process consists of the following steps: 1. The Scanner is prepared for operation (refer to Getting Started ) . 2. The Scanner is enabled by the host system. 3. A mode is selected for the application. Typically this step is performed by the host computer, but it may also be performed by the operator.
  • Page 43: Selecting A Mode

    Example: Assume that mode 15 contains definitions which allow use of the ™ KODAK IMAGELINK Endorser. The starting print position (which defines how far from the leading edge of the document the endorsement is printed) is programmed to be 0.5 inches.
  • Page 44: Feeding Documents

    Feeding documents After the Scanner has been prepared for operation and the desired mode and any temporary operating values have been defined, you are ready to feed documents into the transport. 1. Verify that the side panel switch is on. Also verify that all of the proper adjustments have been made (feeder side guides, exit hopper side guides, etc.).
  • Page 45: Feeding Thick Documents

    The Gap Release Lever is used to feed thick documents such as card Feeding thick documents stock or cover stock. The lever is located on the front panel of the Scanner, next to the gap adjustment knob. 1. Press down and hold the gap release lever. This opens the gap between the feed and separator rollers, allowing thick documents to pass between them.
  • Page 46: Using Function Codes

    FUNCTION CODES Using function codes There are a variety of functions available which may be used to temporarily change operating conditions and values, and to obtain system and accessory status information. To execute a function code: • Press the F key. •...
  • Page 47: Function Code Summary

    Function code summary Status Accessory Status* Date and Time Display* Elapsed Time* Counters Level 0 Count* Level 1 Count* Level 2 Count* Level 3 Count* Total Document Count* Reset Level Counts Setup Action/Confirmation Tone Alarm Tone Alarm Volume Change Date Change Time Display Contrast Display Language...
  • Page 48 Bar Code Bar Code Reading On/Off Partial Bar Code Reading On/Off Bar Code Reading Confirmation Tone Bar Code/Patch Reading Conf. Tone Bar Code Test Omit Bar Code Reading on Next Doc.* F64 Document Controller Length Checking On/Off Omit Length Checking on Next Doc.* Skew Detection Document Printers All Document Printers On/Off...
  • Page 49: Function Code Descriptions

    Select Mode Function code Allows you to select one of the eighteen (18) application modes. descriptions FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Mode: • Enter the number of the application mode you wish to select; one or two digits. • Press the Enter key. Restore Mode Allows you to restore the current application mode to its default status (as it was defined at installation), provided that mode overrides are...
  • Page 50 Accessory Status Allows you to display the current status of each accessory installed. The status of each accessory is either ON, OFF, or NOT PRESENT (except for Endorser Mode, where the status is either Single Stamping, Continuous Stamping, or NOT PRESENT). Accessor y Status ( Endorser ON •...
  • Page 51 Level 0 Allows you to assign Level 0 to the next document fed into the transport. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 A normal operating display will appear. Last Image Address Allows you to display the Image Address of the last document processed. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Last Ima g e Address: FFF.003.001.098...
  • Page 52 Level 2 Count Allows you to display the total number of documents assigned Level 2. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Level 2 Count: 123456789 • Press the Clear key to return to a normal operating display. Level 3 Count Allows you to display the total number of documents assigned Level 3. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Level 3 Count: 123456789...
  • Page 53 Alarm Tone Allows you to adjust the pitch of the alarm tone. There are two available options: LOW or HIGH. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Alarm Tone ( ): LOW • Press the up arrow key to increase the pitch; or Press the down arrow key to decrease the pitch. •...
  • Page 54 Display Language Allows you to choose the language in which Status Display messages appear. There are two available options: ENGLISH or OTHER (where OTHER is defined as a specific language during installation). FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Dis p la y Lan g ua g e: ENGLISH •...
  • Page 55 Time and Date Display Allows you to view the current time and date. NOTE: You cannot change the time or date using this function. Formatted Time and Date: 9/9/92 9:30AM • Press the Clear key to return to a normal operating display. Operator ID Allows you to display the operator ID number.
  • Page 56 Printer Character Shift NOTE: This function code is available only when using Document Printer 12. Allows you to select which set of ink jets will be used to print each character. There are three available options: Left, Center (default), or Right. Printer Character Shift: 2 3=Ri g ht 1=Left...
  • Page 57 Primary Document Printer 1 On/Off Allows you to turn the primary document printer 1 on or off. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Document Printer #1 ON 0=OFF • Enter the number zero (0) to turn the primary document printer 1 OFF. • Press the Enter key. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Document Printer #1 OFF...
  • Page 58 Document Printer 12 On/Off Allows you to turn the document printer 12 on or off. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Document Printer 12 ON 0=OFF • Enter the number zero (0) to turn the document printer 12 OFF. • Press the Enter key. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Document Printer 12 OFF...
  • Page 59 Print Test Allows you to test the position and print quality of all document printers (Document Printer 1 (primary), Document Printer 1 (secondary), and Document Printer 12) installed. NOTE: Print Test options 3=Shift and 4=Test are available only when using the Document Printer 12. Print Test: 1=Print IA 2=Prime...
  • Page 60 Purge Print Head NOTE: This function code is available only when using Document Printer 12. Allows you to initiate an immediate priming ink spurt. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 NOTE: This function code should only be executed while performing a Print Test (F45). Purge Frequency NOTE: This function code is available only when using Document Printer 12.
  • Page 61 Patch Reader 2 On/Off Allows you to turn the secondary patch reader on or off. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Patch Reader #2 ON 0=OFF • Enter the number zero (0) to turn the secondary patch reader OFF. • Press the Enter key. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Patch Reader #2 OFF...
  • Page 62 Patch Reading Confirmation Tone Allows you to turn the patch reading confirmation tone on or off. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Patch Read Confirmation Tone ON 0=OFF • Enter the number zero (0) to turn the patch reading confirmation tone OFF. • Press the Enter key. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Patch Read Confirmation Tone OFF...
  • Page 63 Endorser On/Off Allows you to turn the endorser on or off. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Endorser ON 0=OFF • Enter the number zero (0) to turn the endorser OFF. • Press the Enter key. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Endorser OFF 1=ON • Enter the number one (1) to turn the endorser ON. •...
  • Page 64 Endorser Print Position Allows you to specify how far from the leading edge of the document (fed into the transport first) the endorsement will appear. The default print position, defined during installation, is used as the base value. The use of inches or millimeters depends upon the measurement system specified during installation.
  • Page 65 Bar Code/Patch Reading Confirmation Tone NOTE: This function code is available when using Bar Code Reader AND a primary and/or secondary Patch Reader. Allows you to turn the bar code/patch reading confirmation tone on or off. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Bar/Patch Confirmation Tone ON 0=OFF •...
  • Page 66 • Enter the number one (1) to perform an Evaluate test; or Enter the number two (2) to perform a Display test; or Enter the number three (3) to perform a %Kodak test; or Enter the number four (4) to perform a %Norm test.
  • Page 67 Partial Bar Code Reading On/Off Allows you to turn partial bar code reading on or off. NOTE: If function code F60 is used to turn bar code reading off, partial bar code reading is also turned off. Function code F66 must be used to re-enable partial bar code reading.
  • Page 68 Omit Length Checking on Next Document NOTE: This function code is available only when the Advanced Document Controller is installed. Allows you to omit length checking on the next document only. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Omit Len g th Checkin g on Next Doc OFF 1=ON •...
  • Page 69 Latched Scanning Flag On/Off Allows you to set a flag which alerts the host system that the document, and those which follow, are of special interest. The flag will remain activated until turned off. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 User Definable Fla g ( ) OFF 1=ON •...
  • Page 70 Footswitch Confirmation Tone Allows you to turn the footswitch confirmation tone on or off. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Foot Switch Confirmation Tone ON 0=OFF • Enter the number zero (0) to turn the footswitch confirmation tone OFF. • Press the Enter key. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Foot Switch Confirmation Tone OFF...
  • Page 71 Select Linked Mode Allows you to switch from one application mode to another, keeping the last Image Address. The current mode and the selected mode must both have the same Index Format (i.e., three-level offset), Image Address fields (number of fields and field lengths), and compatible film modes.
  • Page 72 Action/Confirmation Tone Allows you to adjust the pitch of the action/confirmation tone. There are two available options: LOW or HIGH. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Sound Alarm ( ): LOW • Press any arrow key (up arrow, down arrow, right arrow, or left arrow) to toggle between the two available options.
  • Page 73 Next Image Address Allows you to input the next Image Address. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 Next Ima g e Address: F FF.003.002.001 • Enter the next Image Address. • Press the Enter key. Stop Allows you to stop the transport. FFF.003.002.001 Mode 10 A normal operating display will appear.
  • Page 74: Operator Messages

    OPERATOR MESSAGES Users The following section outlines the actions which should be taken by the users and system administrators when an operator message appears in the status display. If a message appears in the Status Display which is within the ranges E000-E299 or E500-E599, you should take the action indicated in the table(s) which appear in this section.
  • Page 75: Operator Message Listing

    Operator message listing Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E000 Memory battery low - call service Call service - do not turn off the machine. E100 Please wait No action required. Wait for the message to clear. E101 Auto shut off, press RUN Press the Run key to continue.
  • Page 76 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E121 Check front patch reader Patch code not recognized. E122 Check rear patch reader Verify that the patch document was fed into the transport in the proper orientation. If not, refeed the patch document. If so, change to a non-patch mode to continue;...
  • Page 77 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E200 Verify/enter Image Address An error has occurred in the system and E201 the Image Address may no longer be correct. Use function code F08 to determine the last Image Address. Use the NEXT key to correct the Image Address, if necessary.
  • Page 78 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E230 Open access door to correct error Open the access door. Verify that all operator accessible areas are properly closed. Press the Run key to continue. E231 Press JOG, and try again Press the Jog key. Press the Run key. Try again. E232 Close all access doors and RUN Close all access doors.
  • Page 79 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E283 Invalid configuration for OCR OCR is not enabled in the mode selected. Enable the OCR using function code F76, or change the application mode to one in which the OCR is enabled. E284 OCR initializing - please wait System is busy.
  • Page 80 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E500 System error Contact your System Administrator. E501 A controlled power-down sequence is required. E502 E503 E512 E513 E550 E551 E552 E553 E562 E563 E504 Display communications error Press the Jog key to clear all documents E505 from the transport.
  • Page 81 Code Operator Message Displayed Description/Action Required E600 various messages Turn the side panel switch off. through Turn the main power switch off. E699 Wait five (5) to ten (10) seconds. Turn the main power switch on. Turn the side panel switch on. If the error repeats, or if additional errors are received, call service.
  • Page 82: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble and remedy This section outlines some of the problems you may encounter and their probable causes and remedies. chart Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Scanner does not power on Power cord not connnected. Push the power cord plug into (status display does not the receptacle.
  • Page 83 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Clear streak on scanned Foreign object in the optical path. Refer to Section 8. images. Check and clean imaging guides and transport area. Overall scanned image density Dust or dirt on mirrors or imaging Refer to Section 8. too light, too dark, or uneven.
  • Page 84: Clearing The Document Path

    Clearing the document If a document becomes lodged in the Scanner transport system, the system will stop running and a message will appear in the Status path Display. A document can become lodged in the transport system when: • Documents are not fed straight (skewed). •...
  • Page 85: Clearing Documents

    Clearing documents • Check each transport area, in turn (Area A through Area F), for documents lodged in the document path. You only have to remove the jammed document(s). The jog feature places the rest of the documents in the exit hopper. Make certain that all operator accessible areas are firmly closed and all baffle plates are locked into place.
  • Page 86: Area A - The Feeder/Horizontal Transport Area

    To clear the feeder/horizontal transport area: Area A - The feeder/horizontal transport area 1. Grasp the front cover and swing it open to the right. 2. Push the roller cover release lever toward the rear of the machine. Roller Cover Release Lever Feed Roller Separator Roller...
  • Page 87: Area B - The Imaging Guide Area

    Area B - The imaging guide To clear the imaging guide area: area 1. Open the right-side access door. 2. Locate and remove only the upper imaging guide. 3. Locate and remove the upper lamp housing assembly. 4. Remove any documents or document pieces. 5.
  • Page 88: Area C - The Lower Roller Assembly Area

    Area C - The lower roller To clear the lower roller assembly area: assembly area 1. Open the top cover. 2. Open the right-side access door. 3. Turn the baffle handle to unlatch the baffle plate. Pull the baffle plate to the right until it stops.
  • Page 89: Area D - The Vertical Transport Area

    Area D - The vertical transport To clear the vertical transport area: area 1. Open the top cover. 2. Open the right-side access door. 3. Turn the baffle handle to unlatch the baffle plate. Pull the baffle plate to the right until it stops. 4.
  • Page 90: Area E - The Upper Turn Area

    Area E - The upper turn area To clear the upper turn area: 1. Open the top cover. 2. Locate and grasp the upper turn handle. 3. Push the upper turn handle down and pull the baffle toward the back of the machine until it stops.
  • Page 91: Area F - The Document Exit Area

    Area F - The document exit To clear the document exit area: area 1. Turn off the side panel switch. 2. Open the top cover. 3. Locate and grasp the exit handle. 4. Raise the exit baffle to expose any documents. 5.
  • Page 92: Scanner 900 Maintenance

    SCANNER MAINTENANCE Cleaning tasks To keep your Scanner in good operating condition, the following tasks must be performed periodically: • Cleaning the imaging guides • Cleaning the Document Scanning Array, if installed • Vacuuming inside the Scanner • Cleaning the feed and separator rollers •...
  • Page 93: Daily Maintenance Procedures

    Daily maintenance Maintenance procedures which should be performed every day include: cleaning the imaging guides and cleaning the Document Scanning procedures Array. Cleaning the imaging guides The imaging guides should be cleaned daily, or between each roll of film, whichever comes first. IMPORTANT: Do not use any abrasive materials when cleaning the imaging guides.
  • Page 94 4. Remove dust from the imaging guides, using a soft bristle brush. 5. Remove fingerprints or smudges from the imaging guides, wiping both sides of each imaging guide with a clean, soft, dry, lint-free cloth slightly moistened with water or lens cleaner. Then, lightly wipe both sides of each imaging guide with a dry cloth or an antistatic wipe.
  • Page 95 Cleaning the document NOTE: The Document Scanning Array is an optional accessory which is scanning array available only when using a Scanner 923. If your Scanner does not have a DSA, proceed to the next section. The Document Scanning Array (DSA) should be cleaned daily. 1.
  • Page 96 6. Rotate the DSA assembly away from you. The mounting brackets should be pointing straight down. 7. Set the DSA assembly down, using the mounting brackets for support. DSA Window Lens Mounting Bracket Transport Window 8. Wipe all exposed surfaces of the DSA assembly, including the DSA window, lens, and transport window.
  • Page 97: Weekly Maintenance Procedures

    Weekly maintenance Maintenance procedures which should be performed weekly include: vacuuming inside the Scanner, cleaning the feed and separator rollers, procedures and cleaning the cabinet. Vacuuming inside the The sensors located under the baffle plate in the feeder/horizontal Scanner transport area and in the upper section of the lower roller housing assembly, the mirrors, the lamp housings, and the air filter should be vacuumed or wiped down thoroughly with a clean, dry, soft, lint-free cloth at least once a week.
  • Page 98 The sensors are located in the upper section of the lower roller assembly The lower roller housing housing. assembly 1. Open the top cover. 2. Open the right-side access door. Vertical Baffle Handle 3. Grasp the vertical baffle handle and pull down until the baffle plate stops and clicks into place.
  • Page 99 The exposure lamp housings The upper and lower lamp housings should be cleaned. 1. Open the right-side access door. Upper Lamp Housing Lower Lamp Housing 2. Remove the lower lamp housing. 3. Vacuum the housing. 4. Replace the lower lamp housing. Repeat steps 4 through 8 for the upper lamp housing.
  • Page 100: Cleaning The Feed And Separator Rollers

    Cleaning the feed and Clean the feed and separator rollers at least once a week to prevent ink, separator rollers toner, and dust from collecting on the rollers and preventing documents from separating. 1. Grasp the front cover and swing it open to the right. Roller Cover Release Lever Feed Roller...
  • Page 101 Cleaning the cabinet Clean the exterior of the Scanner, the feed shelf, and the hopper area with a soft cloth. Remove any fingerprints, stains, or stubborn dirt with a cloth dampened with water or a mild cleaning agent. 8 - 10 A-41069 January 1993...
  • Page 102: Monthly Maintenance Procedures

    Monthly maintenance Maintenance procedures which should be performed monthly include: checking the air filter. procedures Checking the air filter The air filter should be checked at least once a month and changed as needed. 1. Remove the air filter cover by pressing in on the top of the cover to release the catch.
  • Page 103 Replacement Replacement procedures should be performed on an as needed basis. Components which need periodic replacement include: the air filter, the procedures Document Scanning Array lamp, and the exposure lamps. The air filter should be replaced at least once a year; more often if Replacing the air filter needed.
  • Page 104: Replacing The Document Scanning Array Lamp

    Replacing the document NOTE: The Document Scanning Array is an optional accessory which is scanning array lamp available only when using a Scanner 923. If your Scanner does not have a DSA, proceed to the next section. The Document Scanning Array lamp should be replaced whenever a message appears in the Status Display which indicates that the lamp needs to be replaced.
  • Page 105 5. Lift the DSA assembly straight up from the transport area. 6. Rotate the DSA assembly away from you. The mounting brackets should be pointing straight down toward the transport area. 7. Set the DSA assembly down, using the mounting brackets for support.
  • Page 106 12. Grasp the replacement lamp by both ends with the clear stripe pointing toward you. 13. Insert the lamp gently into the housing. 14. Rotate the lamp toward you until it snaps into place. The clear stripe should disappear just below the lower edge of the DSA assembly.
  • Page 107 Replacing the exposure The exposure system consists of four (4) long-life flourescent lamps. lamps There are two lamp housings; one upper and one lower. Each lamp housing contains two (2) lamps. Change the lamps every five-hundred (500) hours, when image quality appears to be degrading (and standard maintenance procedures do not improve the image quality), or when requested to do so via an operator message.
  • Page 108 5. Carefully grasp the end of the lamp that is nearest the tab and lift it out of the lamp housing socket. Free the other end of the lamp and lift the it out of the lamp housing. Remove the second lamp in the same manner.
  • Page 109 INDEX Basic concepts, 2-1 Batching, 2-17 Access doors, indicator, 2-17 left-side, 1-3, 8-9 Bit order, 2-18 right-side, 1-3, 7-8, 7-9, 7-10, 8-2, 8-3, 8-7, 8-8, 8-16, 8-17 Accessories, 1-1 Accessory status (function code), 5-5 Action/confirmation tone (function code), 5-27 Cabinet, Adjusting the exit hopper side guides and end stop, 3-9 cleaning, 8-1, 8-10 Adjusting the feed and separator roller gap, 3-4...
  • Page 110 front, 8-4, 8-6, 8-9, 8-13 function codes, 5-3 top, 1-3, 7-7, 7-8, 7-9, 7-10 mode (function code), 5-18 on/off (function code), 5-18 print position (function code), 5-19 Daily maintenance procedures, 8-2 Enter key, 1-9, 5-1 Date, 2-18 Exit, Decimal key, 1-8 baffle, 7-10 Deflector, 3-1, 3-10 handle, 7-10...
  • Page 111 elapsed time (F17), 2-17 Indexing schemes, 2-6 display language (F19), 3-1 Indicators, 1-5 scanner calibration (F37), 3-2 application mode, 2-1 latched scanning flag on/off (F73), 2-18 batching, 2-17 momentary scanning flag (F74), 2-18 document level, 1-5 fixed field (F92), 2-3, 2-4 Ink-jet printers, 1-2 summary, 5-2 Introduction, 1-1...
  • Page 112 Lever, function codes, 5-3 gap release, 4-4 no scanning on/off (function code), 5-26 Line length, 2-18 on/off (function code), 5-25 Linked modes, 1-1, 2-1 Omit bar code reading on next document (function code), 5- Lower, imaging guide, 7-3, 7-6, 7-7, 8-1, 8-7, 8-16 Omit length checking on next document (function code), 5- cleaning, 8-2 lamp housing, 8-8, 8-16, 8-17...
  • Page 113 Programmable keys, 1-1, 1-7, 4-2 function code, 4-2, 5-4 defaults, 1-7 linked, 5-26 Purge, Selecting, frequency (function code), 5-15 a mode, 4-2 the language display, 3-1 Separator roller, 1-3, 3-1, 3-4, 8-1, 8-9 Quarter-turn screws, 8-14, 8-15 Sequential ID number, 2-18, 4-1 Setup (function codes), 5-2 Side guides, exit hopper, 3-1, 3-9...
  • Page 114 Troubleshooting, 7-1 Turning on the Scanner, 3-1 Two level indexing, 2-6, 2-8 Two level offset indexing, 2-6, 2-10 Unsuccessful calibration, 3-3 Up arrow key, 1-6, 2-4, 2-5, 5-1 Upper, imaging guide, 7-3, 7-6, 7-7, 8-1, 8-7, 8-16 cleaning, 8-2 lamp housing, 8-8, 8-16, 8-17 turn area, 7-3, 7-9 turn handle, 7-9 Users, 6-1...

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