SmartLF Gx/GxT
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1. TRANSPARENT AND OPAQUE ORIGINALS SmartLF will set size scan and auto size scan clear and opaque media Clear acetate drawings will often produce betters results when used with a white backing sheet A scanning wallet with an integral white backing sheet can be effective Auto size detection may not work every time and may depend on the calibration quality of the scanner DOUBLE SIDED ORIGINALS Originals that have information on both sides can sometimes benefit from being scanned with a black backing sheet placed behind the image to be captured Wallets with a black backing surface and clear acetate front can be useful THICKNESS OF MEDIA COMPATIBLE WITH SMARTLF GX GXT SmartLF Gx GxT is compatible with many types of media including synthetic polyesters Mylar and general office tracing and inkjet papers The accuracy of SmartLF Gx GxT is valid for media up to 0 8mm thick and may vary depending on the operating environment With SmartLF GxT the document thickness limit raises to 20mm STIFFNESS OF MEDIA COMPATIBLE WITH SMARTLF GX GXT SmartLF Gx GxT will handle all regular media of 60g m and above Paper below this weight can have very low stiffness for example some newspapers and these may become creased in the scanner unless protected inside a Suitable scan wallet Wallets can be readily obtained from stationery suppliers or improvised by folding some clear acetate and placing the document into the fold Best results are obtained by loadi2. ___ At this point insert the SmartLF Gx GxT CD containing aaa eee ee the driver After one or two seconds Windows will detect the CD and replace the wizard Welcome screen Gp mso STEP2 with the wizard searching screen shown here IF THE SMARTLF GX GXT CD STARTS THE CD MENU PRESS EXIT AND ALLOW THE HARDWARE WIZARD TO CONTINUE INSTALLING THE DRIVER NOTE In case of difficulty select I will install the driver myself and use Have disk to manually direct Windows to the driver STEP 4 Lins danni The Wizard will STOP because the driver is not BA The software you ate installing for this hardware recognised by Windows logo testing system SmatLF Gx Scanner Ignore this and click Continue Anyway has not passed Windows Logo testing to verily its compatiblity with windows xP 1 J Continuing your installation of this software may impair o abilize tabilize the correct operation of yo This iS completely normal cl a iris wo ong STEP 5 I Windows transfers the driver to the scanner computer Do not start other applications while this is happening SmartLF3 dll To E WANDOWS syehemz2 PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 11 STEP 6 The Hardware Wizard will finish by showing this screen Click the Finish button to complete the installation of the SmartLF Gx GxT Found New Hardware Wizard d river 7 Completing
3. 60950 1 03 UL 60950 1 Section 4 Physical requirements Sub section 4 1 Stability SmartLF stand accessories where purchased have been tested and comply with the stability and general safety requirements of UL guidelines The scanner accessories are intended for use only with the SmartLF and must be assembled by a responsible person following the directions provided in the kits P N Gx 42 Gx 25 P005300 P005320 Colortrac Floor Stand Gx amp GxT model P005301 Colortrac Computer and LCD Monitor Mounting Kit P005302 P005322 Colortrac Universal Repro Stand P005303 P005323 Colortrac Catch Basket Upgrade Kit EU RoHS and WEEE Directives Restriction of Hazardous Substances which imposes controls against the use of lead in solder and other substances harmful to the environment in the production of all new electrical equipment Colortrac SmartLF products from mid May 2006 are manufactured in accordance with the RoHS WwW ROHS In accordance with the WEEE Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment directive there is a responsibility to ensure that these devices are recycled or disposed of properly at the end of their useful life The WEEE directives require that Any part of this device should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste The available return and collection systems should be used Users of electronic devices recognise that they have a role in contributing to their reuse recycling and other forms of recovery O Us
4. 7 The supplier will send you a file that has the serial number of the scanner to be upgraded as part of its name Unpack this file to a temporary directory and run the program named SmartLF Gx GxTModelUpdate exe Click the button labelled Update Model This will then upgrade the connected SmartLF Gx GxT scanner and display the words Scanner firmware updated OK on the scanner display 8 Exit the program and then turn SmartLF Gx GxT OFF Wait for 5 seconds before turning the scanner back ON again Check the scanner display and verify that SmartLF Gx GxT is displaying the model type consistent with the upgrade process just carried out i e that the upgrade has been successful 23 APPENDIX 1 COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS FOR SMARTLF GX GXT The minimum computer specification needed to achieve the stated SmartLF Gx GxT performance is as follows Operating system Windows XP or Windows Vista see note 4 Processor At least 2 8GHz DUAL CORE AMD CORE DUO Intel or HT Hyper Threading processor Memory At least 512MB RAM Data port A USB2 compatible interface see note 5 Notes 1 The scan rate is proportional across the full range of resolutions supported by the scanner Actual scan times will depend on the host system performance The quoted scan accuracy is valid for media up to 0 8mm thick and may vary depending on the operating environment and the type amp thickness of media SmartlF Gx GxT scanners are tested usin
5. is not yet compatible mele with Twain WIA acquire software expecting automatic switching to WIA PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 15 gt Scanner and Camera Wizard gt Scanner and Camera Wizard gt Scanner and Camera Wizard g Preferences Choose Scannin feo to the Scanner and Camera Select the type of picture you want to scan or create custom settings Picture Name and Destination izar Select a name and destination for your pictures Picture type SmartLFGx Scanner Ex Color picture Ex O Grayscale picture a Black and white picture or text 1 Type a name for this group of pictures This wizard helps you copy pictures from your camera scanner or other Picture device to your computer your network or the Web 2 Select a file format P T f v a Mtoe 3 Choose a place to save this group of pictures i the wildea B My Pictures Picture estion marl Resolution DPI Picture type 600 Black and white picture or text iy Below using the WIA driver inside an application This works in a similar way to TWAIN by placing the scan information directly into the application Scan to file Y SmartLF WIA scan JPG Paint File Edit view Image Colors Help 1 The Scanner and Cameras Wizard New i OCN 2 Changing color mode alte
6. First use the Browse button to select the storage location for the new file COPY To have SmartLF Gx GxT scan to the Windows printer press the printer icon in the Copy button First select the target Windows printer where the copy will be printed first using the I button EMAIL To have SmartLF Gx GxT scan to e mail press the envelope in the Email button This requires a configured email client to be set up first e g Outlook Express NOTE For fragile originals SmartLF Gx GxT can be slowed down using the Quality slider accessed from the i box in the top left corner of the SmartLF interface As soon as the required function is selected SmartLF Gx GxT begins to scan the document loaded in the scanner or waits for the document to be loaded SmartLF Gx GxT will display the animated icon showing a document being loaded into the scanner Smart PRESSING THE RUNNING FUNCTION ARROW ICON STOPS SMARTLF GX GXT SmartLF Gx GxT can also be controlled from the scanner s control panel by pressing the corresponding panel buttons These will only operate the SmartLF software if they have been correctly configured through the Windows XP Cameras and Cameras icon that is located in the Windows XP Control Panel Refer to Section 17 Scanners and Cameras ARROW MEANS WAITING FOR A DOCUMENT TO BE LOADED s Black and White aT ee oe Paper size ISO A2 420 x 594 mm Paper size ISO A2 420 x 594 mm M ase Paper si
7. SCANNER PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 8 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions How to normalise SmartLF Gx GxT From power on always wait at least 5 minutes before normalising and preferably 1 c hour for best results Start the SmartLF Gx Utilities program from the program folder or shortcut If you have not already loaded Gx Utilities go to Section 16 Installing Scanner software from the Installation CD The first dialogue box to appear contains the Full Normalisation button Insert the Normalisation Target or any matte surfaced piece of clean white paper or card into the scanner long edge first and allow it to load then click the Full Normalisation button to start the scanner normalisation process The time taken for the normalisation process varies between different width scanner models but usually takes around 1 2 minutes Scanner switched off between scans in a constant temperature environment Power on the scanner and wait for at least 5 minutes before scanning For best results wait 1 hour before scanning For optimum results re normalise before scanning Scanner switched on continuously in a variable temperature environment The scanner can be used immediately but for best results the room temperature should have stabilised before using the scanner and the temperature be the same as it was when the scanner was last normalised If the temperature has recently changed by
8. SCANNER LID AT ALL TIMES PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 7 11 SWITCHING ON THE GX GXT CCD SCANNER SmartLF Gx GxT can now be switched on The liquid crystal text display LCD will light up and after a few seconds will display the word Initialising After about 35 seconds or so the display will change to the words Scanner Warmup After a further 90 seconds the model number and firmware level of the scanner will be displayed Paper can be loaded during the Warm up period slee reele elx lalele vefe letel elel Helali pon If a document is loaded the display will change to the word READY Start up Windows XP Professional XP Home or Windows Vista when released on the connected computer that will be used with SmartLF Gx GxT Wait for Windows to finish loading FOR MORE DETAIL ON MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS FOR OPTIMUM SMARTLF GX GXT PERFORMANCE SEE APPENDIX 1 12 ESSENTIAL SCANNER OPERATING PROCEDURES 1 FOR BEST RESULTS ALWAYS SWITCH ON YOUR SCANNER FOR AT LEAST 1 HOUR BEFORE USING 2 ALWAYS NORMALISE YOUR SCANNER BEFORE SCANNING 3 PERIODICALLY CHECK YOUR SCANNER WHEN WARM FOR OPTIMUM STITCH ALIGNMENT The SmartLF Gx GxT scanner uses two fluorescent tubes to illuminate the scanning document Like most fluorescent systems the light intensity produced changes sig
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10. assist File already exists Hit Enter or press Scan to overwrite or edit Ifthe file does not contain numerical information as needed SmartLF pre selects blocks the name part of the file ready for the operator to type in a new name Ifthe file contains numerical information SmartLF pre selects ONLY the numerical part ready for the operator to type in a new number AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT SIZING ISO A4 2108 297 mm SmartLF Gx GxT scanners will detect the size of a loaded document if there is utes REREN sufficient gray contrast between the edges of the document and the inside of the OG Ag Hite 12h ca scanner On occasions automatic size detect may not be successful ISO A1 534 x 840 mm ISO A2 420 4594 mm If the document is undersized when using auto detect select a paper size larger eee than the document to be scanned and use the crop feature in the section below to ANSIB 11817 A BAAN ANSI C 17 x 22 reduce the size of the image before re saving it Unie aaa ANSIE 34x 44 NOTE The effectiveness of Auto Size can be affected by the type of media loaded Ree cg te in SmartLF Gx GxT For example transparent or non square media may fail to ARCH B 12 18 ARCH C 18x 24 auto size correctly ARCH D 24 36 ARCH E36 x 46 THE SMARTLF PREVIEW WINDOW Use SmartLF CROP IMAGE to select an area of the image for scanning to file to the Windows printer or email Pressing the CROP IMAGE icon on the Preview toolbar pla
11. grayscale and black and white scanning modes Desktop portable design with optional floor stand Simple to use and install USB2 computer interface hot pluggable On scanner controls and display for main functions and status reporting Standard File Copy and Email software included with scanner High specification software application options for optimised scanning to file and copying to printer Low power consumption Computer and Repro stand options available UNPACKING SMARTLF GX GXT FROM ITS BOX SmartLF Gx GxT ships in a single double skinned box It is advisable to prepare a strong desk surface or similar area capable of taking the weight of the scanner You will need an assistant to lift the scanner from its carton 5 PARTS LIST SmartLF Gx GxT Installation amp Operating Manual this document cccccceeeeceeeeeeceeceeeeeseeeeeesseeeeeeeaees 1 FOWwWercabie specihed Tor COUNTY orrs a E a a a a e ieee 1 USB2 Scanner data cable 21 an a A E A E 1 Software installation CD includes this manual in pdf format and software option if applicable 1 DOCUMEN SUD DOM IVA asrina E E E E E E E AN 3 6 LIFTING THE SCANNER FROM ITS CARTON 1 Make sure the scanner box is resting on the floor the correct way up look at the name on the side 2 With the help of an assistant remove the lid from the larger box and then take out the three foam spacers that protect the inner box The inner box contains the scann
12. or their appointed distributor No reimbursement will be made for repairs carried out by non Colortrac agents and any such repair work and damage to the product caused by such repair work will not be covered by the warranty 4 The product shall not be adapted or the warranty will be voided 5 This warranty covers none of the following a periodic maintenance and check ups to replace or repair normal wear and tear items costs incurred in moving or transporting the scanner c Misuse of the product or incorrect installation of the scanner Damage caused by lightening water fire or other natural causes poor ventilation incorrect electricity supply or any other causes beyond the control of Colortrac Ltd 6 This warranty is valid for anyone who legally acquired possession of the product inside the warranty period Colortrac or its distributors shall not be liable for indirect or consequential loss or damage to equipment or property as a result of using the device PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 23 28 APPENDIX 6 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer Colortac Ltd Kings Hall St Ives Business Park St Ives Cambridgeshire PE27 4WY United Kingdom Details Of Electrical Equipment Model Number SmartLF Gx 42 GxT 42 Gx 25 amp GxT 25 Description Large Format Colour Document Scanner Directives this equipment complies with LVD 73 23 EEC EMC 89
13. select the achan bo take ehen Cat Scanners and a 7 WE i Very Gort Cameras l Select an evei Sy Sean Bion Scan Achang Get picture using Scanner Wizard Email Button Copy Button elm scan Button Prompt for which peooreen ta tun C Giat this pogra Delete Rename Properties i Take no action IMPORTANT TO START SCANNING OR COPYING FROM THE SCANNER PANEL WHILST USING SMARTLF S W THE RELEVANT BUTTON ON THE SCANNER MUST BE PRESSED FOR AT LEAST 0 5 SECONDS 19 TESTING AND SCANNING USING ONLY THE DRIVER WIA After the SmartLF driver has been installed Explorer should show the scanner must be powered and connected under 4B 3 Floppy A 3 Inch Floppy Disk Scanners and Cameras If it is not visible click Scanners and se CD Drive Di CD Drive Cameras in the Control Panel Network Drives By right clicking the Explorer entry then clicking Scan or Get S Declan on Server share All 2 3 Disconnected Network Drive picture using Scanner Wizard the user can force the scanner to scan to file Scanners and Cameras gt SmartLF Cv Scanner Imane scanner Alternatively using the Select TWAIN source and Acquire Scan options from the File pull down of most Microsoft scanner Get picture using Scanner Wizard friendly applications the SmartLF user can scan directly into the Create Shortcut application no file necessary See screenshot Beane NOTE The scanner WIA driver Jan 2007
14. to STEP 1 to install ag L omearctu 3 Click STEP 2 to install the SmartLF application PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 12 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions Once the installation is complete you will be able to locate the Cblortrac SOF SmartLF program under Program Files gt Colortrac gt SmartLF You have now installed the SmartLF application Go to Programs from the Windows Start button and navigate to the SmartLF entry and release After a small delay the SmartLF screen will display Note that if the scanner is not powered up or the USB2 cable is not connected the software interface will appear grayed as shown below E WAITING FOR DOCUMENT IR ee dee eee iera gant eae AP eta Gee ae ee r TRANE ck Ee a e A de E fet gia eet eer er po Pe or Wr ee eee Sa ee eS SrA EN Ae es ee a ee ee ee is T bs puai ee 3 Tes wits rj civ i EA Ld te e j i trl ei EE pl tn SmartlF eee J Br I x Ba fo 1 PTWARE INSTALLATION Installing the Semel F STEP 1 soli dotnet amiran STEP a Email Scansies Software NOTE The SmartLF application software is a batch program Once started by clicking any one of the 3 main function icons the application will remain in ready to load mode and scan the next document automatically as soon as it is fed into the scanner To allow a document to be loaded without being scanned re click or toggle th
15. use the safety catch when cleaning or inspecting the scanner optics for dirt or dust contamination WARNING 8 3 Do not allow the lid of the SmartLF Gx or GxT scanner to rest in the fully backward position Instead always ensure the lid is held forward on the safety catch to avoid the risk of injury or damage to the scanner from the lid being allowed to fall into the shut position PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 6 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 9 DOCUMENT THICKNESS CAPABILITY OF SMARTLF GX GXT SmartLF Gx and GxT scanners in closed mode can accept media up to 0 02 0 5mm thick GxT scanners can be adjusted semi automatically to accept documents between 0 02 0 5mm and 0 8 20mm in thickness LOADING A THICK DOCUMENT 9 1 Press and hold the OPEN button to raise the lid until the document gap is greater than the document thickness 9 2 Insert the thick document 9 3 Press and hold the CLOSE button to lower the lid onto the document until the motor noise stops automatically 9 4 Now scan your document using the mouse F9 or the SCAN button as appropriate DO NOT PRESS THE OPEN OR CLOSE BUTTONS DURING SCANNING AS THIS WILL STOP THE SCANNER IMMEDIATELY AUTO PAPER LOAD IS DISABLED IN THICK DOCUMENT MODE RETURNING SMARTLF GXT TO STANDARD THICKNESS MODE 9 5 Ensure that the scanner is not scanning or a document is being fed through the scanner 9 6 If a do
16. 336 EEC CE Marking 92 31 EEC Harmonised standards applied in order to verify compliance with Directive BS EN60950 1992 EN55024 1 1998 A1 A2 EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 EN55022 1998 A1 A2 This is a class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures note 1 Other Standards Applied CFR47 2005 Class A Pt15 Subpart B Radio Frequency Devices Unintentional Receiver Test Report Issue by dB Technology 30 June 2006 R2199 Issue 1 07 Sept 2006 R2199 Issue 2 Year in which CE mark was affixed 2006 Issued 12 September 2006 Signed Hated tthe Aertel beac Graham Tinn Managing Director Colortrac Director Note 1 The domestic environment is an environment where the use of broadcast radio and television receivers may be expected within a distance of 10 meters of the apparatus concerned Federal Communications Commission FCC Declaration of Electromagnetic Conformity We refer 15 21 and 15 105 of the FCC regulations Section 15 21 Information to user The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment In cases where the manual is provided only in a form other than paper such as on a computer disk or over the Internet the in
17. 8 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 13 UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROLS OF SMARTLF AUTO SmartLF Gx GxT document loading is fully automatic The document is detected using optical sensors located near the center and at the side of the scanner nearest the control panel With two hands place the document on the scanner with the longest edge if possible towards the scanner opening The document is now pushed against the stationary rollers squared up and held in this position The display will change to LOAD as SmartLF Gx GxT detects the media After approximately one second SmartLF Gx GxT will start to load the document After the document is loaded the display will return to Ready When a document is loaded and the SmariLF software or ScanWorks and CopySmart optional software is running either the software icons or the scanner panel buttons can be used to start and stop the scanning process The panel display will show the word Scanning just before and during movement of the document through the scanner REMOVING A LOADED DOCUMENT CORRECTING A SKEWED DOCUMENT Pressing the red STOP REWIND button on the Gx GxT panel during or after a document has been loaded will REWIND the document The document will rewind for as long as the button is held down This is useful when a document skews slightly loads awkwardly or needs to be rotated to present a better or lon
18. DOCUMENT P N P002168 INSTALLATION amp OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR Smartlf Gx GxT Graphic Art amp Technical Document Scanners www colortrac com MODEL UPGRADE THICKNESS Gx 25 L E E MTM L Gx 42 L C E Gx 54 L M E S N ifi Colortrac 2 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the scanner to rain or moisture Do not cover the scanner with paper or drawings which might obstruct the unit s vents for long periods while the unit is being operated as this may lead to overheating and constitute a possible fire hazard Do not modify a desk mounted scanner by removing the rubber feet as this may impair the air circulation around the unit leading to possible overheating Avoid leaning heavily on the scanner when it is mounted on the stand as the unit could be damaged or become unstable and result in personal injury This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the product This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions The equipment being used constit
19. GXT TO THE PC YET 15 PREPARING TO LOAD THE DRIVER STEP 1 PLUG THE REMAINING END FLAT SECTION OF THE USB2 CABLE INTO A SPARE USB2 INTERFACE ON THE COMPUTER THE i Found New Hardware DRIVER INSTALLATION WILL START SmartLF Gx AUTOMATICALLY ER i j a i B 10 54 NOTE At this point Windows XP will detect the new hardware and display the 5 EB N et m si following message in the System Tray area normally the lower right hand side of the screen AT THIS POINT WINDOWS SHOULD DETECT SMARTLF GX GXT AND AUTOMATICALLY BEGIN RUNNING THE WINDOWS HARDWARE WIZARD HAVE THE COLORTRAC SMARTLF GX GXT SOFTWARE INSTALLATION CD READY PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 10 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions WINDOWS ASKS FOR THE DRIVER INSERT THE CD NOW STEP 2 Found New Hardware Wizard aian WAIT for a few moments to allow SIPAS Windows to start the Hardware jamar a Wizard The wizard will take you through the next steps of the installation The wizard will respond by displaying this screen If your hardware came with an installation CD lt gt ot floppy disk insert it now NOTE If the CD is not detected in the next step you will need to tell the Wizard to search for the drivers automatically by clicking the first button or direct the search manually by New gt Cancel clicking the second button WINDOWS LOCATES AND TRANSFERS THE DRIVER FROM CD STEP 3
20. X GXT SERIAL PROGRAM 1 Confirm that SmartLF Gx GxT is connected and working i e driver installed properly PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 20 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 2 From the SmartLF Gx GxT distribution CD locate the SmartLF Gx GxT serial exe program which is inside the Scanner upgrade folder itself inside the Utilities folder You may need to alter your Explorer viewing options to see the full EXE extension of this file 3 Double clicking SmartLF Gx GxT Serial will at SmartLF Serial retrieve the Scanner model number from the attached SmartLF Gx GxT scanner in this case a Serial Number GXXXXXXXX Gx GxT m 4 Inthe Serial Number box type in the 8 digit number Scanner Model GX42M printed on the label attached to the back of the scanner Desired Model Gx42C 5 Now select the model you wish your unit to be upgraded to using the Desired Model scroll bar 6 Press the Record Serial Number button to create Record Serial Number the upgrade file STEP 2 SEND THE UPGRADE FILE WITH YOUR ORDER AND THE PRODUCT CODE YOU REQUIRE TO YOUR SMARTLF GX GXT SUPPLIER TO OBTAIN YOUR UPGRADE PROGRAM The upgrade options for a Gx GxT 42 are provided as an example different part numbers will apply to the Gx GxT 25 Product Code Upgrade from Upgrade to P005043 4 SmartLFModelUpdate 2m 42c STEP 3 UNPACK THE UPGRADE PROGRAM Update Model
21. ac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 24 21 APPENDIX 2 HOW TO CHECK FOR A USB2 INTERFACE It is very important that SmartLF Gx GxT is connected to a computer that has a USB2 interface USB2 is approximately 40 times as fast as the older USB1 1 standard Run the Gx GxT Utilities program and press the USB tab to run a check on the speed of the USB interface to which the scanner is connected If the speed is OK and the interface passes the test SmartLF Gx GxT should operate in accordance with the published specification If the USB interface fails the test this could be due to one of the following e This is a computer with a USB1 1 port a pre USB2 machine A USB2 port could be available but a USB1 1 device is sharing the connection The USB2 port could be faulty or the cable may be too long The USB2 interface of SmartLF Gx GxT may be damaged As an additional check it is wise to inspect the Properties of the USB interface via the Device Manager of Windows Control Panel Expand the Universal Serial Bus Controller device If one of the USB sub branches contains the word enhanced then the PC is likely to have a USB2 driver loaded on one of its USB ports Unfortunately this does not guarantee that the scanner is plugged into the port using the USB2 driver Computers often have multiple USB ports and some more than one USB controller If SmartLF Gx GxT has been successfully
22. ad and display onscreen but will not be able to communicate effectively with the scanner CHECKING FOR AN EXISTING INSTALLATION OF MICROSOFT NET FRAMEWORK Go to the Windows Control Panel and look for the highest number NET entry in the programs listing A Lexmark 41100 Series Set Program Access and Defaults Fo Microsoft MET Framework 1 1 i Microsoft WET Framework 1 1 Hotfix KBG56903 if Microsoft WET Framework 2 0 Microsoft Windows XP shown Size 45 99M 6 Size 66 39MB If you are using Windows Server 2003 the NET Framework is installed by default Microsoft Windows Vista installs NET 3 0 automatically and most Windows XP Home and Windows XP Professional installations if they are taking advantage of the Windows Automatic Update service will already have NET 2 0 installed SmartLF users can upgrade their XP machines to NET V3 0 but there is no technical or performance reason for doing this PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 22 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 26 APPENDIX 4 DRIVER AND FIRMWARE GX GXT UTILITIES PROGRAM 3 SmartLF Cx Utillities Utilities Mer versreel Run the SmartLF Gx GxT Utilities Normalisation shi egy a program from the Windows Program _ menu bar to discover the driver level and af firmware revision installed in your Gx GxT OP current river verson You may be required to supply this el orca informatio
23. available but a particularly good example is the Rocket Air Pump obtainable from good Camera accessories shops or on line These devices use an inlet valve that prevents dirt from being sucked back into the bulb between blasts and supply clean contaminate free air Do not allow the nozzle to physically touch the optics 3 AVOID using brushes or general brand wipes as these can scratch the optics 4 AVOID touching any of the components with the fingers as this will leave a grease film and cause blur 5 AVOID the use of acetone ethanol alcohol and other solvents unless they have been formulated specifically for cleaning optical surfaces WARNING Most of these solvents are hazardous to health 6 If you suspect the mirror lens or CCD to have been coated with a residue e g from canned air or other cleaning agents we recommend you contact your Colortrac agent immediately Other serious maintenance issues such as electronic or a suspected internal mechanical failure should always be referred to your approved service agent for diagnosis and repair 22 FIELD UPGRADE OF SMARTLF GX GXT TO A HIGHER MODEL If your scanner is a model Gx GxT m mono only or Gx GxT c low speed color SmartLF Gx GxT it can be upgraded by purchasing one of the three SmartLF Gx GxT Field Upgrade products available The upgrades are ordered by Product Code The process for model upgrading is as follows STEP 1 GENERATE THE UPGRADE FILE USING THE SMARTLF G
24. ces a green crop square onto the currently displayed image Use the grips at the corners to resize the crop boundaries Clicking and holding the mouse button down on the centre of the square will move it across the image PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 18 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions COPYING FROM SMARTLF omartLF software uses any standard Windows printer driver for copying T The number of copies can be controlled from the COPY button by clicking on i the and icons Name Canon Large Format W200 The print quality of the copy is controlled from the Windows driver Properties dialogue in the normal way SmartLF will copy all images at 1 1 i e no scaling will take place unless set up in the Properties dialogue of the windows printer driver DOCUMENT SIZE MARKINGS ON THE SCANNERS To scan a non standard size of document select a ee ee ee ee document size that is larger than the document you BO tooommx1414mm need to scan The SmartLF software will allow cropping removal of unwanted square edges PAI samso D atnxzam ARCHD senxam from of the image before saving it to computer If erties aaa ce the document is rectangular the auto sizing option will detect the width of the document and determine the length of the document automatically A3 2a7mmxseomm B Winxit ARCH B ARCHA NOTE Auto sizing may not be 100 effective for all types of document
25. cument is still in the scanner support it while pressing the OPEN button and lift out the document rather than using the FWD or REW buttons This prevents the weight of the overhanging document levering the trailing edge and causing it to be damaged or possibly damaging the scanner as it exits the rollers 9 7 Hold down the CLOSE button to lower the lid until the motor noise stops automatically SmartLF Gx is now returned to standard thickness mode Note that pressing OPEN or CLOSE during scanning will stop the scanner and is equivalent to pressing the STOP button 10 CLOSING THE LID OF SMARTLF GX GXT To close the lid of the SmartLF Gx GxT after inspecting the glass or cleaning the optical area first check that there are no obstructions Support the lid at the centre using the right hand and then with the left hand release the safety catch DO NOT ALLOW AN UN PROPPED LID TO FALL FROM THE RAISED POSITION AS SERIOUS SCANNER DAMAGE MAY OCCUR Carefully and evenly lower the scanner lid until both catches engage with their locks It is not necessary to use extra pressure on the lid once the catches have engaged TIP The lid may need to be lifted slightly to disengage the safety catch THICK MEDIA Always use the OPEN CLOSE buttons to lower the lid from the thick media position Never exert pressure on the lid to close it from the raised position lA THICK MEDIA OPEN CLOSE LOWERING CLOSED WARNING KEEP FINGERS CLEAR OF THE SIDES OF THE
26. downloads framework1_ 1redist Although SmartLF Gx GxT will work with Windows 2000 it is highly recommended that Windows XP with the latest Service Pack SP upgrade and Windows Vista when released is used with SmartLF Gx GxT scanners Colortrac advise that the NET Framework be installed even if only using ScanWorks or CopySmart software options SmartLF Gx GxT is simple to use and can be run on any computer connected to the SmartLF Gx GxT scanner without a license key NOTE The belief is that in time NET will become part of regular Windows and or be included inside the regular Service Pack See Appendix 3 in this document for more information on NET Framework and how to check if it is installed on the computer you intend to use with SmartLF Gx GxT 14 CONNECTING THE USB2 CABLE TO SMARTLF With SmartLF Gx GxT switched on locate the included USB2 cable and plug the smaller square end into the back of the scanner see picture SMARTLF Gx GxT SCANNERS MUST BE USED WITH A USB2 COMPUTER INTERFACE ATTEMPTING TO USE SLOWER USB1 1 INTERFACES WILL CAUSE SMARTLF TO SCAN VERY SLOWLY AND POSSIBLE CALIBRATION MALFUNCTION MAY RESULT THE COLORTRAC GX UTILITIES USB2 SPEED CHECK CAN CHECK IF YOUR USB2 INTERFACE IS OK IMPORTANT IF YOU ARE USING OTHER USB1 1 KEYS DONGLES ON THE SAME COMPUTER ENSURE THAT SMARTLF GX GXT DOES NOT SHARE THE SAME USB INTERFACE INSIDE THE COMPUTER OR SCANNING SPEEDS MAY BE REDUCED DO NOT CONNECT SMARTLF GX
27. e active green arrowhead function icon 17 LOADING A DOCUMENT INTO SMARTLF GX GXT Normal thickness documents can be loaded into Gx GxT center or right justified Thick documents should always be loaded into the scanner center justified All documents should be loaded into the scanner face down Use the rollers as a stop against which to square the document and wait for the scanner to take the document from you If you need to re position the document use the STOP REW button to withdraw the document CENTER center justified 0 ISO DIN C Onentation Image detail Number of colors Brightness 7 PAS161 Paper size JiSOA4 210 297 mm Auto Size Auto Length Max Width ISO A0 840 x 1180 mm ISO Al 594 840 mm ISO A 420 x 594 mm ISO AS 297 420 mm ISO A4 210 x 297 mm ANSIA 8 5811 ANSIB 11817 ANSI C 17 22 SIDE inches side justified Colortrac SmartLF software included as standard is restricted to scanning in industry standard paper sizes fully automatic size detect mode or full scan width with auto length detect mode SmartLF software does not allow the operator to specify document sizes in mm or inches Auto Length Max Width allows the user to scan the full optical width of the scanner whilst detecting the length of the document automatically As soon as the READY status is displayed usually after 35 seconds from switching on the scanner the first document can be loaded P N P00216
28. e support stay on the left hand side circled e Remove the piece of foam and retain with the packaging for the scanner always replace this item when transporting SmartLF While supporting the scanner lid with your right hand release and store the stay and then gently lower the lid to close it Fit the three paper support trays by compressing springing them into the slots on the back of the scanner the precise design may vary Connect the scanner to the electricity supply using the localised cable provided IMPORTANT DO NOT CONNECT THE SCANNER TO THE COMPUTER UNTIL INSTRUCTED 8 GETTING ACCESS TO THE GLASS AND ROLLERS OF SMARTLF The SmartLF Gx GxT has a hinged clamshell style lid Opening the lid provides access to the scanner optics With the lid in the open position with the safety catch applied the scanner glass and rollers can be inspected and cleaned if required On the GxT version the lid also raises parallel motion under motor control Always motor return the lid to the fully closed position before attempting to open the lid for cleaning Do not attempt to clean the glass through the document aperture as this could damage the lid raising mechanism OPENING THE LID 8 1 Always use two hands to open the lid by releasing both catches simultaneously and then lifting the lid to about 70 8 2 Move one hand to the centre of the lid to steady it while using the other hand to secure the safety catch It is essential to
29. ed Thick Media Adapts the APT for media up to 20mm 0 8in thick adjustment MTM Automatic detection of optimum grip roller pressure GxT range Simple operation from scanner control panel at the touch of a button 3 x quadri linear CCDs each with 10 800 pixels RGB monochrome 3 x ultra compact self contained digital camera units DCUs 129 600 pixels RGB triplets panchromatic B amp W Gx 25 48 bit primary point colour image capture 16 bit primary point greyscale image capture Panchromatic Black amp White All digital e ae a a Advanced 2 3 wheel Dual precision ground drive rollers BA drive Active Paper Dual all wheel drive contour rollers with high grip rubber tyres Transport APT Single belt driven pressure roller for active media control during scans Accurate zero maintenance optical media sensors amp automatic media size detection centre or side justified media positioning J J J J J e J image sensor technology 5 x quadri linear CCDs each with 10 800 pixels RGB monochrome 5 x ultra compact self contained digital camera units DCUs 216 000 pixels RGB triplets panchromatic B amp W 48 bit primary point colour image capture 16 bit primary point greyscale image capture Panchromatic Black amp White 3 x micro lens with integral infra red filter 5 x micro lens with integral infra red filter User status amp one touch LCD panel scanner status mode amp settings stop forward amp rewind o
30. eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseseeessaeeeeeseeeeesaeeeeeeas 21 Appendix 4 driver and firmware Gx GXT Utilities program eccccccseeeeceeeceeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeseeeeeeessaegeeeeeeeas 22 Appendix S Waranty INFOMATION isiever ciarctiveinicnassianegatulatavanelatanavieludanngeteanlieplisbavbial laxdne tudanndeiouandavislavba stakedvatelen 22 Appendix G Declaration OF Conformity asinina aiaa a aiaa i i laai 23 SmartLF Gx GxT Range Technical Specification ccccccccccccccsssssccecceeeeceeeeeeeseceeesseeeeeeeeseasecessssaaeeeesessaeeees 25 The serial number of this unit will be required when seeking support or maintenance for SmartLF Record it on the front page of this manual for easy reference PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 4 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions MAIN FEATURES OF SMARTLF GX GXT High speed 1200 x 600 dpi optical resolution large format scanning engines in 3 widths Self adjusting paper APT Advanced Paper Transport for scanning documents up to 20mm 0 8 thick State of art Colortrac electronic design and signal processing technology Charge Coupled Device CCD imaging technology using self contained camera modules Chemically treated impact resistant scan glass to minimise scratching and damage during scanning Low maintenance design Advanced Media transport optimised for handling lower weight and lower stiffness papers High gamut RGB color indexed color
31. eeeeseeeeeeseeeeeeseaeeeessaeeeessageeeesseeeesens 5 Document Thickness Capability of Smartlf GX GXT 0 ccccccccecseeeeeeseeeeesaeeeeeeeeeseeeeeaueeessaeeesseaeeeeseaeeeesseneeessaeees 6 Returning SmartLF GxT to standard thickness MOG ccccseeecececeeeeeceeeeeaeeseeeesseeeeeeeeesaeeeeeeesseaeeeeeessaaeeeeeesaaaess 6 Glosing the Ldorosman RGG T raana acet antares dara cas coe eatin actct a a mua ae tees 6 SWITGHING ON THE Gx GxT CCD SGANNER sicsc2ces a crore nc ess ce een a E A a 7 FSSENTIAL SCANNER OPERATING PROGEDURES oarriero a od neta tee Sedan ak 7 WEYINORMALISE rs cient ere cate nosis Pee te tea anatase 2 oes aca nte teehee aa eas ttec natant een ete 7 AUTOMATIC amp MANUAL STITCHING OF GX GXT SCANNERSG ccccccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeaeeaceeeeeeeeesaaaaases 8 The Windows XP NET Framework V2 0 environment ccccccccceecccceeeeeceececeeeeeceeeeeceeeeeseeceeseueeeseeeesseeesaneeesanees 9 Connecting the USB2 cable to SmartL ccccccccccccccecceseeceeesceeeeececccceeeeeesecesesecesscaseneeessceeeseeesnceseseenseoeeeeeesses 9 Preparing to load Neder ticasce diecast a eatin ie aan a ude et ta leedade cise 9 Windows asks for the driver insert the CO NOW ccccseeecccccceseeceeeceeeseceeeceaeseceeesaeaeceeessaaeeeeessaaeeeeessaegeeeeseeas 10 Windows locates and transfers the driver from CO ccccseecccccceeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeesaeeeeeeessaaeeeeesseeeeeeeesageeeeeeeas 10 Checking f
32. ent or stitching of SmartLF Gx GxT and does not require a technician If vertical lines still occur through the scanned image it may mean that dust or dirt has Picture Removable replaceable found its way into one of the Digital Camera Unit modules You can attempt to remove it Ae EK A but you must follow the instructions below very carefully or an EXPENSIVE REPAIR MAY BECOME NECESSARY 1 AVOID the use of canned air or aerosols of compressed air if at all possible as these rarely contain only clean air If you must use canned air O Ensure you use a brand intended for optics and not one for general electronics Commonly available products often contain propellants and produce other residues that will dry and contaminate the surface you are trying to clean Never shake the container before use as this will mix the propellant with the air Always try to keep the container upright when in use Always use strong bursts DO NOT progressively squeeze the trigger as this may cause nozzle splutter Always start the jet away from the optics first to clear the nozzle before directing onto the optics Always spray test the product on some old dark glasses or dark shiny plastic to check for signs of residue Be aware that an almost empty can draw propellant and other residue into the air stream DOOUOCD 2 TRY IF POSSIBLE to find a hand air pump without a tip brush similar to the type used for cleaning cameras Various brands of these are
33. ently by more than 2 deg C during regular scanning it may be necessary to re stitch the scanner to maintain optimal camera alignment Front Back 2 2 E E i Set Stitch To check for satisfactory camera alignment use the Automatic Stitch Target supplied and ScanWorks or SmartLF and inspect a scan made at 600 d p i in greyscale If the scanner needs attention start the Colortrac Gx Utilities from the Windows program list installed in Section 15 and go to the Utilities area Insert the Auto Stitch target Supplied and press Auto Stitch Should the stitch target become damaged lost or the automatic process fails to work normally the Gx GxT scanner can be re aligned manually using any Suitable original Pressing the Set Stitch button will start the interactive manual re alignment procedure PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 9 13 THE WINDOWS XP NET FRAMEWORK V2 0 ENVIRONMENT Ae The Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT software application has been created using Microsoft a t Wt AY NET in accordance with current Microsoft development practice This means the eo p re connected computer running Microsoft Windows XP Home or XP Professional should a es ell i be upgraded if required by installing the NET Version 2 0 Redistributable using either net the Colortrac CD or by following this link htto msdn microsoft com netframework
34. ents change the m and c models can be upgraded at your premises quickly and easily using our simple scanner upgrade process m C e Maximum 25in 63 5cm Image length not limited by scanner oOo o image width 42in 106 7cm Image length not limited by scanner oOo o Maximum 35in 91 4cm Thickness Gx 0 02in 0 5mm GxT 0 8in 20mm si i media width 48in 121 9cm Thickness Gx 0 02in 0 5mm GxT 0 8in 20mm gt 7 3 2 24 bit RGB colour 200dpi not Turbo Mode see note FAF IEA Scan speeds in sec 8 bit greyscale amp monochrome 200dpi not Turbo Mode see note 6 00 6 00 0 1 1 pixel e e e Optical resolution Dots per inch dpi input 1200 x 600 output 600 x 600 1200 1200 1200 Extended resolution Linear interpolation from 100 to 9600dpi in 1 dpi steps 9600 9600 9600 Scan modes 16 7 million colour RGB 24 bit 256 amp 16 colour RGB adaptive indexed colour palette 8 bit amp 4 bit 256 level greyscale 8 bit Black amp White 1 bit Digital image processing 2D Intelligent Adaptive Thresholding IAT 1 bit mode Colortrac software options Fixed Threshold Black amp White 1 bit mode Dynamic Normalisation Application DNA with 16 bit super sampled data provide a comprehensive range of post scan image processing filters and tools Normalised linearised Raw RGB data Colour image processing Gamma brightness black amp white point adjustment Motoris
35. er 3 Remove the lid from the smaller box and pull back the plastic wrapping to expose the top of the scanner WARNING DO NOT TRY TO REMOVE THE SCANNER WHILE STILL INSIDE ITS PLASTIC WRAPPING AS THIS WILL MAKE IT MORE DANGEROUS TO HANDLE 4 With two people lift an end of the scanner each and begin to remove it from its packing carton Observing correct lifting technique i e bend knees and straight back lift the scanner and position it carefully onto the working area or the optional floor stand The choice of position for SmartLF Gx GxT should allow proper air circulation around the device in accordance with normal office equipment practice 5 The electricity supply should be taken from a switched output and be located within easy reach of the scanner operator 6 The computer used with SmartLF Gx GxT should be located so as not to strain the USB cable or present a cable trip hazard to the operator or others 7 Donot leave scanner components e g document support trays cables and software in discarded packaging PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 5 7 REMOVING SHIPPING PROTECTION AND SETTING UP SMARTLF GX GXT Before attempting to use SmartLF Gx GxT it is essential that the foam shipping layer which protects the scan glass is removed from inside the scanner 7 Catches on each side of the scanner top cover are depressed to open the lid Fit th
36. ers are aware of the hazardous substances in electronic devices and that these can have a potential effect on the environment and human health Disclaimer The entire risk of the use or the result of the use of this hardware or documentation remains with the user No part of this documentation may be reproduced or transmitted in any means electronic or mechanical for any purpose except with the express prior written permission of Colortrac Ltd Colortrac Ltd makes no warranty claims with respect to this documentation and disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Colortrac Ltd assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may appear in this documentation Revision 1 5 February 2008 Colortrac 2007 This document should not be copied without prior permission from Colortrac Ltd Kings Hall St lves Business Park St Ives Huntingdon Cambridgeshire PE27 4WY United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1480 464618 Fax 44 0 1480 464620 web www colortrac com email info colortrac com PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 25 29 SMARTLF GX GXT RANGE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION The Smartlf Gx GxT thick media scanner model range is available in three performance levels with features optimised for different applications If your requirem
37. formation required by this section may be included in the manual in that alternative form provided the user can reasonably be expected to have the capability to access information in that form Section 15 105 Information to the user a For a Class A digital device or peripheral the instructions furnished the user shall include the following or similar statement placed in a prominent location in the text of the manual NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications WARNING This is a Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Scanner CB Certification CB certification for Gx GxT 42 and Gx GxT 25 scanners applies from February 2007 PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 24 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions Scanner UL Certification Gx GxT 42 has UL approval Document ref E185864 applies Gx GxT 25 is not UL approved Stand Accessories CAN CSA C22 2 NO
38. g a Mylar target at 20 C 3 C 60 10 RH with the media feed set to standard Some advanced features may not be available in Windows 2000 Contact your supplier for advice on the optimum system configuration for your application Colortrac Ltd reserves the right to change or amend specifications without notice Colortrac and Smart LF are trademarks of Colortrac Ltd All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Copyright 2005 Colortrac Ltd 2 Windows XP is a mandatory requirement to make available operation of the scanner from the control panel For Windows 2000 users there may be limitations on the operational control available through the SmartlLF Gx GxT control panel This may change without notice 3 The Microsoft NET environment is a Windows XP Service Pack Update NET is necessary for operation of the SmartlF Gx GxT standard SmartlF graphical user interface and MUST be loaded as part of the operating system Microsoft fully supports the distribution of this enhanced environment and has committed to embodying this into the standard Windows XP operating system date unknown at this time 4 Windows 98 ME NT4 and Windows 2000 Server are not compatible with Smartlf Gx GxT 64 bit scanner drivers require 64 bit computer and 64 bit operating system 5 It is not recommended to use SmartlF scanners with computers only having a USB1 1 interface specification Speed and function will be affected PAS161 P N P002168 Colortr
39. ger side to the scanner A document can be rewound at any time The STOP button may be pressed during display of the Abort load message ADVANCING FORWARD FEEDING THE DOCUMENT After a document is loaded pressing this button will forward advance the document SmartLF Gx GxT will D move the document for as long as the button is held down EJECTING THE DOCUMENT After a scan has completed and where the software is instructed to hold the document this button can be D used to eject the document from the rear of the scanner STOPPING SMARTLF GX GXT WHEN UNDER PROGRAM CONTROL STOPPING SMARTLF GX GXT SmartLF Gx GxT During scanning press STOP REW to stop the scanner and abort ascan The display will show the message Rewind At this point the operator can press STOP REW again to rewind the document or do nothing to have the document stay at its current position A loaded document can be rewound at any time using the STOP REW button SmartLF Toggling the software FILE COPY or EMAIL icons will stop an operating scanner Toggling the panel STOP REW SCAN and COPY buttons will stop the scanner momentarily To prevent SmartLF restarting itself and continuing to batch process the next document toggle the relevant FILE COPY or EMAIL buttons on screen Pressing the scanner STOP REWIND button will rewind the document from the front of the scanner if the scanner is already stopped PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac L
40. installed on a computer but the scanner connection is changed to a different USB port for example on the rear of the computer this will cause the driver to be installed again This is effectively a new installation 5 IDE ATALATAPI controllers IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers 8 Imaging devices SmartLF Gx Scanner 2 Keyboards g Utilities Driver versions USB Check scanner connection speed USB Speed Check SmartLF Gx Utilities A USB speed OK Help a Device Manager Fie Action View Help amp f a Sound video and game controllers System devices s Universal Serial Bus controllers f Aladdin USB Key a Generic USB Hub Si5 7001 PCT to USB Open Host Controller siS 7001 PCI to USB Open Host Controller es SiS PCI to Use EnhancedH ost Controller Liem Mm ek i L NOTE Every port can potentially have a different version of the SmartLF Gx GxT driver loaded for it so if you have recently upgraded the driver for SmartLF Gx GxT and changed the USB port you regularly connect through you should check the driver level using the Properties tab Always reboot after updating a USB driver APPENDIX 3 WINDOWS NET FRAMEWORK ENVIRONMENT 25 The Microsoft NET Framework allows users to run applications developed using the NET Framework like the Colortrac SmartLF application If the NET Framework is not installed on the scanner computer the SmartLF program may lo
41. more than 5 deg C wait 1 hour before re normalising and scanning Scanner switched on continuously in a temperature controlled environment To return optimal performance the scanner should be re normalised daily or at least weekly or when any variation in image brightness or camera balance is noticed Changing the light tubes inside SmartLF Gx GxT The fluorescent light tubes inside SmartLF Gx GxT are potentially dangerous and could cause injury if handled incorrectly Colortrac recommend that only an approved Colortrac trained technician should change the fluorescent tubes as there is risk of electrocution if an attempt is made to change these without observing normal electrical safety procedures Disposal of old tubes Old tubes that are no longer required should always be disposed of in a responsible and ecologically friendly manner This usually means taking them to a recognised disposal company or agent See the section on disposal at the end of this manual AUTOMATIC amp MANUAL STITCHING OF GX GXT SCANNERS After shipping and as part of the installation and commissioning procedure Utilities the scanner should be checked for correct camera alignment Before Driver Versions Stitch use checking or carrying out a stitch maintenance cycle camera re alignment a Lae the scanner should have reached room temperature and have been iso ise fam aoe asa switched on for at least 1 hour see Section 21 If room temperature changes perman
42. n to your equipment provider if Never x you experience technical difficulties with the scanner illities Exit Firmware version Windows driver version Your SmartLF Gx GxT scanner can be upgraded online Please ask your SmartLF distributor or dealer about this facility 27 APPENDIX 5 WARRANTY INFORMATION SmartLF Gx GxT is warranted for a period of twenty four 24 months from the original date of supply against defective materials and workmanship Supplementary cover may be offered under the warranty terms and contract offered by the distributor or dealer in the local country where SmartLF Gx GxT has been supplied In either of these circumstances if warranty service is required the customer should first contact the dealer from whom the product was purchased and the relevant warranty procedures followed In case of difficulty contact Colortrac Ltd Kings Hall St Ives Business Park St Ives Huntingdon Cambridgeshire PE27 4WY United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1480 464618 Fax 44 0 1480 464620 Web support colortrac com TE CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY The warranty will not be honoured in a situation where the ownership is in doubt or where there is no direct proof of purchase The obligations of Colortrac are limited to the repair or at its discretion replacement of the product or the defective part 3 Warranty repairs must be carried out by an Authorised Colortrac Service Agent who has undergone service training by Colortrac
43. nal SmartLF Gx 42 scanners are tested at 20 C 3 C 60 10 RH The maximum resolution selectable for an image is limited by the file format specified amp the available disk space Colortrac recommends Intel Pentium Core Duo Core 2 Duo HT Hyper Threading and AMD Athlon Dual Core processors at least 512MB RAM USB2 and Windows XP Home Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista operating systems SmartLF drivers support 32 bit and 64 bit processor architectures Contact your supplier for advice on the optimum system configuration for your application Colortrac SmartLF Gx 42 scanners comply with CB CE FCC UL and RoHS standards and regulations Colortrac Ltd makes no warranty of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document and reserves the right to change specifications without notice Colortrac and Smart LF are trademarks of Colortrac Ltd All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Copyright 2007 Colortrac Ltd Colortrac SmartlF wide format scanners are designed and manufactured by Colortrac Ltd NOTES PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 27 PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 28 PAS161 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions Hi Colortrac Our Business is Your Image P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008
44. ng the wallet fold first into the scanner 21 SCANNER MAINTENANCE SmartLF Gx GxT will need some occasional glass cleaning and white calibration normalisation maintenance For best results follow the instructions below GLASS CONTAMINATION SCRATCHING AND REPLACEMENT The single SmartLF Gx GxT scanner CIS glass cover is chemically treated and should resist scratching from paper clips abrasive dust and staples but Colortrac recommend that the operator take all reasonable steps to ensure that scan documents are clean and free from metallic appendages and abrasive dust or other contaminants The scan glass should be cleaned with a low smear high quality glass cleaning product and a clean lint free cloth PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 19 If streaking of the scanned image is seen after careful inspection and cleaning of both sides of the scanner glass some dirt may have been incorporated into the normalisation at the last calibration The scanner should then be re normalised using the matte side of the calibration target making sure it is clean and free from deep creases NOTE The scanner must have reached its normal operating temperature prior to recalibrating See section 21 below In the event of the glass becoming badly scratched and affecting scans a replacement can be ordered from your Colortrac supplier Replacing the glass will not affect the alignm
45. nificantly during the first 2 minutes and can take up to 60 minutes to reach full brightness and become completely stable Also in a similar way to domestic fluorescent tubes the lamps in the scanner have a limited useful life as they lose brightness with age and must be replaced usually after about 1 year of continuous operation To offset the effects of tube ageing it is important to normalise or calibrate the scanner at regular intervals This will restore the maximum white levels obtainable across the scanner s optical width even though the actual brightness of the tubes may have decreased slightly or become uneven Never expect full colour performance from the scanner before it is properly warmed up or if it has reached its optimum temperature but not been normalised for some time WHY NORMALISE If the scanner is not normalised regularly image brightness may be incorrect or appear uneven across cameras camera imbalance If a recently normalised scanner still produces uneven scans it is probably not at its peak running temperature and should be left to stabilise The warming up process may take longer in colder operating environments Locate the Normalisation Target The Normalisation and Stitch targets for SmartLF are shipped in a single paper wallet inside the scanner box The normalisation target is the plain white sheet of paper and must be used matt side down in the scanner DO NOT USE THE GLOSSY SIDE TO NORMALISE YOUR Gx GxT
46. orthe SMmanl FE OVE aisen a teas aera a a ki aed a ieee ela ae adetiat tir 11 Installing SmartLF s w from the software installation CD ccccccccseseeeeceeeeeeeeeeeesseeeeeaeeeeeeseegeeessaeeeeesaeeeeenaess 11 Loading a documentinto Simantlr Gx GX secant eee head co ic cata Stes tehecale eel levis ee ac ated ee eae 12 Understanding the controls Smart F acceserae teens st elects ec aan a etek enn ee eae 13 Stopping SmartLF Gx GxT when Under program control ccccceeeccceceeeeeeeeeeceeeeeceeeceeaeeeeeeeeaaeeeeesseaeeeeesssaaeeeees 13 Windows XP and panel Control of the SCANNEM cccccseeeceeeceeeeceeeceeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeesueseeeeesseaeeeeeesaeeeeeeessaeeeeeeeas 14 Testing and scanning using only the driver WIA ccccccccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeesseeeeeeeessaaseeeeessaaeeeeeessageeeeeenas 14 Your first scan to file with SmartLF multi function SW cccccccsssececeeseeeceeeseeeceaeeeceaseeeseuseeessageessseuseeensaseeeess 15 SMariilr Gx GX SCAN O TUNMCHOMG tivigeucetyisec seubeventaleineswenssuceneteloatectesuaat x ticucesuasacead learn seeded ivun cuenta 15 Smaller color modes and Speed setings escini nea aaa nd iao raTa aea 16 SmartLF uses intelligent file overwrite FENAMING cccccsseesccecceeeseccecceeeeeeeeesaeaueceeesseueeeeeeesaaeeeesssaaeeceesssaeeees 17 AUTOMAUGDOCUMENE SIZING rersnronis oe r oare aa ar co vanmaeegi tein 17 TheSman EF PREVICW WIG OW saveccsteis osc staciest a
47. peration Scan Copy buttons Open Close buttons GxT range Scanner maintenance Customer installable plug n play scanner and user replaceable Precision media calibration with DNA 16 bit super sampled data parts Chemically treated scratch resistant scan glass SmartLF software Colortrac SmartLF ready to run software with included Scan_to_file with real time image viewer Scan_to_copy with real time image viewer Oo ea Ee i Scan_to_email with real time image viewer Drivers TIFF JPEG PDF file formats Interface included USB2 2m USB2 cable local power cable rear media supports Windows Image Acquisition WIA Still Image Interface STI 44 9in wide x 6 7in high x 14 4in deep 114 x 17 x37cm 84Lbs 38kg weight 56 7in wide x 6 7in high x 14 4in deep 144 x 17 x 37cm 102Lbs 46kg Power 220 240VAC 50 60Hz 240VA scanning requirements 90 250 VAC autosensing 47 63 Hz 240 VA scanning Copy software CopySmart professional scan_to_print with IT8 colour matching EDC software ISIS driver connect seamlessly to EDM systems amp database PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 26 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions Scanner BOTH PC amp LCD monitor mounting kit floor stand is required Lee Pe accessories Floor stand 30 7in high x 21 7in deep 78 x 55cm 20Lbs 9kg Paper catch basket floor stand is required Universal repro stand with PC amp LCD monitor mo
48. ring size and resolution 3 Selecting file format Open Chril oO Save 4 Chrl 5 Save S From Scanner or Camera Scan to application similar to TWAIN Prink Preview Page Setup Pein Steere 4 Accessing the scanner from MSPaint Send 5 Scanning downloading into Set s Background Tiled MSPaint Set s Background Centered 7 prar raar rr ear 1 SmartlF WIA scan JP 2 CSC 4Ns scan 03 tif 3 CSCANS B amp W CAD tif For control over image brightness SmartLF must be operated using Colortrac SmartLF eee multi function software or the ScanWorks application option Exit AlE F4 a a pe TOE ee ae Be Leen Sr 20 YOUR FIRST SCAN TO FILE WITH SMARTLF MULTI FUNCTION SW OOO EE SmartLF Gx GxT is designed to make scanning to file 7 scanning to copy and scanning to email extremely rege dete Horae 1 i Hunberofodor 16 7 raen Full coke simple to achieve PREVIEW WINDOW Note that Colortrac recommend the emailing function be used for black and white TIFG4 technical drawings or small low detail color scans only Load a document into SmartLF Gx GxT NOW EAS CANS test BE ti Eee Tif C Prog i Pdf C Tiff d Pro Pal PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 16 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions FILE SmartLF Gx GxT scanning to file is started by pressing the diskette icon in the File button
49. seres abe Hardware tab and look for the Imaging devices P other pointing devices 3 i entry i Bg etek ats _Lpdae rivet Right clicking on the SmartLF Scanner entry will gt paver a aoib Dne por Chone bring up the Properties for the device where the Sound video and game control File versio 0002 Status of the scanner iS displayed The Status See Storage volumes Uninstall i i A 9 3 System devices Copyright Colotrac Lid should be This device is working properly Digtal Signer Not digtaly signed NOTE When SmartLF is not connected or not powered up SmartLF Gx GxT Scanner will NOT be visible as an Imaging device in the Hardware listing of the Windows System 16 INSTALLING SMARTLF S W FROM THE SOFTWARE INSTALLATION CD Insert the software installation CD It should Auto Play If the CD fails to launch go to the CD drive using Explorer and double click the launch file to start the installer manually Colorirac WELCOME 1 The SmartLF CD guides the user through connecting the _ Us the ivige badaa tes scanner installing the software and utilities lists the manuals TO your Pc a maa available and provides details of the Colortrac third party i A ae software partners CLASP To go straight ahead and install the F software click the Installing the Software button B o the NET environment if your computer requires it 2 At the software installation screen proceed
50. td 2008 14 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions ScanWorks Toggling the software SCAN icon or pressing the panel STOP REWIND button will stop the scanner If the software has been set for Eject on Save or Delete the document will be ejected If ScanWorks has been set for Do nothing the document will remain in the scanner fal Press the LOAD FORWARD or STOP REWIND button to remove a document NOTES 1 The behaviour of the scanner will depend on the software driving the scanner and how it has been configured 2 Toggling means pressing the same function button a second time i e once for ON and again for OFF 18 WINDOWS XP AND PANEL CONTROL OF THE SCANNER The XP Windows Image Acquisition Device Driver Interface WIADDI supports custom scanner interfaces allowing SmartLF Gx GxT hardware to start key program operations The SmartLF Gx GxT scanner SCAN and COPY buttons can be used to start and stop these primary software functions from the scanner control panel instead of or in conjunction with the software They operate with the standard SmartLF ScanWorks and CopySmart software but only with the Windows XP operating system To set up the panel buttons go to the Windows XP Control Panel and set the properties for Scanners and Cameras to TAKE NO ACTION as below CONTROL PANEL SmariLF Gk Scanner 3 Properties wes e rien a sy Gener Evenls Color Management f Chgpge an esent below hen
51. the Found New nS Hardware Wizard SS The wizard has fished isang the solr for The driver is now installed There is no need to reboot the computer sa Smal Gx Scanner NOTE IF A DIFFERENT COMPUTER USB2 PORT IS USED WINDOWS WILL CREATE A NEW NUMBERED DRIVER ENTRY IN THE SYSTEM HARDWARE LISTING i Found New Hardware Your new hardware is installed and ready to use My OLD oem fe The SmartLF Gx GxT USB driver is now installed Whenever the scanner is plugged into the computer Windows will identify the USB Universal Serial Bus device as SmartLF Gx GxT and automatically load this driver The scanner can be plugged and disconnected freely like any regular USB device without needing to re boot the computer CHECKING FOR THE SMARTLF DRIVER Bicavuan mS The Windows system will allow the operator to Fle Action View Hep OMET Gx Scanner 3 Propertios Les check for correct installation of the driver Should El SD BW 5 Genma Orive Detais the driver ever be accidentally removed or require T 9 Computer g Swim Gx Seanner updating or in the unlikely event of the user EE cu ate a experiencing problems with SmartLF Gx GxT this peepee Dhiver Date a SmaitLF Gx Scanners check can be useful aeih Diver Versio Driver fes Using the Windows Control Panel click on the amp IEEE 1394 Bus host o tro s Digtal Signe E E W system32 drvers usbscan sys j j j Da ee Ler eer wee fe System Properties icon From here click the omeo
52. unting kit 63 2in wide x 61in high max incl scanner x 29in deep 161 X 155 x 74cm 100Lbs 44kg permissible printer height 49in 125cm Floor stand 30 7in high x 21 7in deep 78 x 55cm 29Lbs 13kg Paper catch basket floor stand is required Universal repro stand with PC amp LCD monitor mounting kit 75in wide x 61in high max incl scanner x 29in deep 189 X 155 x 74cm 113Lbs 51kg max permissible printer height 49in 125cm e standard ooptional not supported Media wider than 43in may exhibit some degradation in the image The scan rate is proportional across the full range of resolutions supported by the scanner Actual scan times will depend on the host system performance Quoted top speeds decrease for originals wider than 24in and are not guaranteed for all media types Turbo Mode speeds can be twice as fast as regular non turbo speed ratings but offer virtually no image quality gains over scans made at half the quoted resolution Turbo mode scanning uses digital software interpolation to double the resolution in the paper direction to simulate higher resolution scanning The quoted scan accuracy is valid for media up to 0 5mm thick and may vary depending on the operating environment and the type amp thickness of media Colortrac measures accuracy by scanning a paper original printed with a square target The pixel co ordinates of the target image are measured and compared with the known dimensions of the origi
53. utes a potential finger trap and could cause personal injury CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER NO OPERATOR SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ore 30 C P Fe DO NOT expose the scanner to extreme temperature conditions below 15 C or above 30 C B5 RH F DO NOT expose the scanner to extreme humidity conditions less H EN than 15 or more than 85 Relative Humidity DO NOT expose the scanner to direct sunlight rain or storm PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 3 2 CONTENTS s Net ee 11 12 13 15 16 18 20 Sale PRCCAUTION Ss snora ae iA ea AA a A eNEAN 2 Sale IAS MICU OMS aia ara Aaa TREA RST E E E AN 2 COMEM senaera aTa aa a EO ER AE AET 3 Man Features orSmanl FOX GX Mi zrs anean a a E E AS AN 4 Unpacking SmanLFE GOXGXT Moni itS DOX meisneri ae o AA A a aS a ES 4 Panssari E E E a A 4 Lifting the Scanner from its CALtON cccccseeeccceceseeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeseueeeeeeseaueeeeeesseaeeeesseeaeeeeeseeaeeeeeseaeeeeeessaaeeeeeessaeeeees 4 Removing shipping protection and setting up SmartLF GX GXT 00 ccccceseeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeesseaeeeeessaaeeeeesenaaees 5 Getting access to the glass and rollers Of SMarthF ce cceccccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeseee
54. ze ISO A2 420 x 594 mm Orientation Landscape z Orientation Landscape z Orientation Landscape bd Image detail Normal 200 dpi l _ Image detail Normal 200 dpi i tt Image detail Normal 200 dpi l Number of colors 256 Auto Prescan for best palette m Thresholding Adaptive X Brightness 0 n Brightness 0 lt C Ligt Medium Aggressive COLOR GRAYSCALE BLACK AND WHITE The color mode allows control The grayscale mode allows The black and white mode allows of the number of colors and control of the brightness of the control of the type and degree of the brightness of the file copy file copy or emailed document thresholding of the file copy or or emailed document image image emailed document image 296 Auto Prescan for best palette Adaptive 256 Fired Use last palette A a SmartLF Gx GxT can be slowed yell Mapeed down if necessary by using the Smart lf ase mgr ae Quality slider found under the E Presentation slow ney button at the top left corner of the a Temporary folder SmartLF interface Ok Reset reminders PAS161 P N P002168 Colortrac Ltd 2008 Colortrac SmartLF Gx GxT Range Installation and Operating Instructions 17 SMARTLF USES INTELLIGENT FILE OVERWRITE RENAMING If a file already exists inside the computer directory with the same name as the name the operator is about to use fora ERAN EINN Reet pedal A PRERE new scan SmartLF will try to
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