Manual Scanner
Manual Scanner
Genius Scanner
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................... 1
How to Use This Guide ............................................................................................. 1 Conventions of this Guide ......................................................................................... 2 A Note about Icons ................................................................................................... 2 System Requirements............................................................................................... 2 Package Contents .................................................................................................... 3
Software Setup Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 7 Installing Additional Software .................................................................................... 8 Uninstalling the Scanner ........................................................................................... 8
Uninstall from the Start Menu (Uninstall Wizard)................................................................ 8
Introduction
Welcome to the world of Genius scanners, the ultimate in imaging. Your new scanner will improve the professionalism of your day-to-day computing tasks by allowing you to input images and electronic text into your computer system. Like all of our products, your new scanner is thoroughly tested and backed by our reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction. The last page of this users manual provides more information for contacting Genius Service Center. Please feel free to contact us or visit GeniusLife Homepage (http://www.geniusnet.com.tw) for getting better service. Thank you for choosing Genius Product. We hope you will continue to turn to us for additional quality products as your computing needs and interests grow.
Appendix A contains the Specifications of this Genius scanner. Appendix B contains Genius limited warranty agreement and FCC statement concerning the product.
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System Requirements1
! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Windows/Intel Compatible Personal Computer Pentium II or above CD-ROM Drive 64 MB RAM (128 MB Recommended) 250 Free Hard Disk Space USB Port Microsoft Windows XP/Me/2000/98 NOTE: Windows NT 4.0 does not support Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectivity. Video card that supports 16-bit color or greater
Higher requirements might be needed when you scan or edit a large quantity of image data.
The system requirements herein are only a guideline, as in general the better the computer (motherboard, processor, hard disk, RAM, video graphic card), the better the results.
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Package Contents2
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The Scanner Power Adapter (18V, 800mA) USB Cable Quick Installation Guide 4 Setup / Application CD-ROM includes the following software applications Scanner Setup Program Genius TWAIN Program NewSoft Presto! PageManager (Photo Management Software) NewSoft Presto! ImageFolio (Imaging Editing Software) NewSoft Presto! Mr. Photo (Web Photo Software) Bridgewell Page abc (Web Editing Software) ABBYY FineReader 5.0 Sprint (Text Recognition Software) Adobe Acrobat Reader (PDF Product Manuals Reading Program) This Users Guide (Electronic Version)
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Save the box and packing materials in case you need to transport this scanner in the future. The scanner illustration(s) may appear different than from the actual scanner itself. The bundled software may change at any time without prior notice.
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Software Requirements
Your scanner comes with the software of NewSoft Presto! ImageFolio, ABBYY FineReader, NewSoft Presto! PageManager, NewSoft Mr. Photo, Bridgewell Page abc, Adobe Acrobat Reader, the scanners driver, Scanner Utility, and Genius TWAIN Program. All of these software applications use approximately 160 megabytes of hard disk space after they are installed into your computer. To ensure ample room for the installation, as well as for scanning and saving images, a minimum of 250 megabytes of hard disk space is recommended.
Hardware Requirements
This scanner connects to your computer through the Universal Serial Bus (USB) which supports hot Plug and Play. To determine whether your computer is USBcapable, you must check the rear of your PC to locate a USB jack that looks the same as the one pictured below. Note that on some computers, the USB port at the rear of the computer may be occupied and additional ports may be found on the monitor or keyboard. If you are having trouble in locating the USB port on your computer, please refer to the hardware manual that came with your computer. Upon examination, you should find one or two rectangular USB ports, which usually appear as shown below.
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USB Connector(s)
If you dont find such USB ports on your computer, then you need to purchase a certified USB interface card to add USB capabilities to your computer.
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Plug the power adapter into the scanners power receptor. Plug the other end of the power adapter into a standard AC power outlet. Plug the square end of the included USB cable to the USB port at the rear of the scanner. Plug the rectangular end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of your computer. Note: If there is another USB device connected to the computer, connect the scanner to an available USB port.
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If you plan to connect your scanner to a USB hub5, make sure that the hub is connected to the USB port in your computer. Next, connect the scanner to the USB hub. Note: If you do not have a USB port available, you might need to buy a USB port.
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Insert the Setup/Application CD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your CD-ROM drive and then click on the [Next] button. Click on the [Next] button in the window that appears. Afterwards, for Windows 98 users, please skip to Step 4. Windows 2000 users During the process of the installation, a message Digital Signature required might be prompted. Please ignore it, and click on [Yes] to continue the installation without any misgiving at your scanner functioning. Afterwards, please skip to Step 4.
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For Windows XP & Me a. Insert the Setup/Application CD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your CD-ROM drive. b. Select INSTALL THE SOFTWARE AUTOMATICALLY [RECOMMENDED] and click on the [Next] button. c. Click on the [Next] button in the window that appears. When the system completes the installation, click on the [Finish] button. Follow the on-screen instructions to install all software that your new USB scanner requires. After the software is installed, close all open applications and click on the [Finish] button to restart your computer.
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If the scanner installation is not started and displayed automatically on the screen, click START, select RUN and type in d:install (where d: is the drive letter assigned to the CD-ROM drive of your computer)
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If you deviated from the installation procedures defined in this manual, please unplug the USB cable from the scanner and reinstall the software from the CD-ROM. To reinstall your scanners software, click START, RUN, then type D:\Install (where D represents the letter of your CD-ROM drive). Carefully follow all the installation instructions presented in the Setup Wizard. Reboot your computer when prompted, and plug the USB cable back into the scanner while your computer is still turned on. If you still need support, you can contact Genius at any office listed on the last page of this guide during normal business hours in that area.
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opens, click on Uninstall Genius Scanner. Follow the on-screen instructions to remove all the scanner software. 4. After uninstallation completes, close all open applications and click the Finish button to restart your computer. Start installing your Windows XP upgrade software by following Microsofts related procedures. When the Windows XP upgrade is done, re-install the scanners hardware and software. Refer to the scanner setup quick guide for details.
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When Presto! ImageFolio opens, click on FILE and then SELECT SOURCE. In the window that opens, choose the model name of the scanner you have installed. Click on the SELECT button to close the window. This procedure allows Presto! ImageFolio to gain access to the scanner. Within Presto! ImageFolio, click on FILE, ACQUIRE and then choose ACQUIRE. The Genius TWAIN window will open. If an image appears on your screen, your scanner is working properly. If the image doesnt appear to your liking, you might need to adjust some settings in the Genius TWAIN window. To learn how to adjust scanner settings, please refer to the Genius Help by clicking the Help button in the Genius TWAIN window.
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Verify
Alignment Position
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The Scanner Utility program does NOT affect the quality of scanned images. It is only used to establish a connection with the scanner. Settings that affect the scanned image (i.e., color, size, readability, clarity, etc.) can be found in the scanner software programs and especially the TWAIN interface.
Connection Status
The first step to take when troubleshooting connection problems with your scanner is to check all physical connections. Make sure your scanner is plugged in and the USB cable is fit snugly into the rear of your scanner and computer. Secondly, determine the status of your USB hardware and software configuration. To do this, please run the Scanner Utility program as described below: 1. Click on the START button, and then choose PROGRAMS, Genius Scanner (the model name of your scanner) and then SCANNER UTILITY. Once the Scanner Utility window is open, locate and click on the USB button shown below:
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This will check the status of your USB hardware and software configuration. 3. If there is a problem with the installation, the following message will appear:
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Click on the ALIGN POSITION buttons until the top left corner of the scanned photograph aligns with the top left corner of the preview window. Click on the check mark button completed. when the alignment has been
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Lamp Control
The scanners lamp may be turned ON and OFF manually in the Scanner Utility program. While there, you can also set a timer to turn the lamp off after the scanner has been idle for a designated amount of time. To do this, click on the Windows START button and choose PROGRAMS, Genius Scanner (the model name of your scanner), SCANNER UTILITY. In the window that opens, find the Lamp Control section shown below:
Click on the On/Off switch at the far right of the section to immediately turn the scanning lamp on or off. You may also set the default time for the lamp to automatically turn off after a scan by clicking the up or down arrows next to the area that reads minutes to turn off lamp.
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Maintenance
To keep your scanner working smoothly, take a moment to review the following maintenance tips.
Caution Avoid using the scanner in a dusty environment. When it is not in use, keep the scanner covered. Dust particles and other foreign objects may damage the unit. Do not attempt to disassemble the scanner. There is danger of an electrical shock and opening your scanner will void your warranty. Do not subject the scanner to excessive vibration. It may damage the internal components. Be sure not to bump or knock the scanner glass as it is fragile and could break. Clean the scanner glass by lightly spraying a non-abrasive glass cleaner onto a soft lint-free cloth. Then, wipe the glass thoroughly with the cloth. DO NOT SPRAY CLEANER DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCANNER GLASS. Excess liquid residue may fog or damage the scanner. Your scanner operates best in temperatures between 10 C to 40 C (50 F to 104 F).
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Appendix A: Specifications
Genius ColorPage-Vivid 1200XE
Physical dimensions Weight Operating Temperature Max. Scan Area Scan Method Scan Modes Resolution Scaning Materials Protocols Connection Lamp type Power adapter Power Consumption EMI 456 x 272 x 62 mm 2.4 Kgs (5.29 Lbs) 10 C to 40 C (50 F to 104 F) Reflective: 8.5 x 11.69 in. (216 mm x 297 mm) Single-Pass 48 bit Color 8 bit Grayscale 1 bit Line-Art (Black & White) Optical 1200 dpi (24000 dpi software interpolated) Reflective color or black-and-white originals TWAIN Compliant USB Port Cold Cathode Lamp Power Output DC 18V, 800mA (Load) Operation: 14.4 watts maximum Idle: 4.5 watts FCC Class B
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Scanner name and model number Scanner serial number (located at rear of scanner near port connectors) A detailed description of the problem Your computer manufacturer and its model number The speed of your CPU (Pentium 133, etc.) Your current operating system and BIOS (optional) Name of program package(s), version or release number and manufacturer of the program Other USB devices installed
We are continuously enhancing the performance of our product drivers. To check for the updated device driver you may visit our Web Site. (Please refer to the section of Contacting Genius on the last page of this manual.)
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This Limited Warranty service does not provide for carry-in exchange when the problem results from accident, disaster, vandalism, misuse, abuse, unsuitable environment, program modification, Electro Static Discharge (ESD) damage, another machine or non-vendor modification for this product. If this product is an optional feature, this Limited Warranty applies only when the feature is used in a machine for which it was designed. If you have any questions about your Limited Warranty, contact Genius. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY REPLACES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABLITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. HOWEVER, SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD. NO OTHER WARRANTIES APPLY AFTER THAT PERIOD. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply. Under no circumstances are we liable for any of the following: Third party claims against you for losses or damages. Loss of, or damage to, your records or data; or Economic consequential damages (including lost profits or savings) or incidental damages, even if we are informed of their possibility. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. 1. 2. 3.
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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that which the receiver is connected. Shielded interconnect cables and shielded power cord which are supplied with this equipment must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help if the conditions persist. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or authorized service center could void the users authority to operate this equipment.
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Contacting Genius
USA & Canada
KYE International Corp. Latin America Suite 110, 8400 NW 25th St., Miami, FLORIDA 33162, U.S.A. Tel! 305-468-9250 Fax!305-468-9251 Web Site: http://www.genius-kye.com
Europe
KYE Systems Europe GmbH Karl Benz Str. 9 D-40764 Langenfeld, Germany Tel! (49) 21 73 9743-44 Fax!(49) 21 73-9743-17 Web Site: [email protected]
Europe
KYE Systems UK Ltd. Unit 4, 131 Beddington Lane, Croydon, Surrey. CR0 4TD, UK Tel! (44) 208 664 2727 (sales) (44) 208 664 2739 (Tech. Support) Fax!(44) 208 664 2721(sales) (44) 208 664 2740(Tech. Support) Web Site: http://www.kye.co.uk
Asia Pacific
KYE Systems H.K. Corp. Ltd. th Unit 01, 17 Floor, Aitken Vanson Centre, No.61 Hoi Yuen Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel! (852)2342 3813 Fax!(852)2341 9517 Web Site: http://www.geniusnet.com.hk
Asia Pacific
KYE Systems Corp. No.492, Sec. 5, Chung Hsin Rd., San Chung, Taipei Hsien, 241, Taiwan, R.O.C. Tel! (886) 2 2995-6645 Fax!(886) 2 2995-6649 Web site: http://www.geniusnet.com.tw
Asia Pacific
KYE Systems (M) SDN BHD NO. 2, Jalan BK 1/12, Kinrara Industrial Park Bandar Kinrara, 6 1/2 Miles, Jalan Puchong, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel! (603) 575 1355 Fax!(603) 575 6362 / 6962 Web site: [email protected]
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