AGFA SNAPSCAN E52 User's Manual
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1. Chapter 4 Installing the Scanner for Macintosh 39 Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer Selecting a Different ScanWise Configuration Modifying an Existing Configuration Creating a New Configuration Modifying the ScanWise Settings Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer 40 Selecting a Different ScanWise Configuration It is possible to assign a different configuration to one of the four buttons of your SnapScan Following example will show you how it is done In this example we will change the settings of the e mail button into a configuration that will send the scanned image to a file 1 Open the Agfa ScanWise software 2 Select Configure Buttons from the Tools menu The Configure Buttons window appears Configure Buttons j ua sail Send Image to Mail recipient b Ber Color Copy full page u Run ScanWise and start preview d wu au _ Scan Text to Microsoft Word Ca a e mail button b print button c ScanWise button d OCR button Click the drop down list next to the e mail button 4 Select Scan Image to File autoselect 5 Click OK Pushing the e mail button will send the scanned image to a file instead of to your mail recipient Note The same procedure can be applied to the print ScanWise and OCR button Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer 41 Modifying an Existing Configuration It is possible to mo2. Resolution Dimension E Original Type Destination Selection and Color Mode These options can be changed using the different drop down menus m Use PhotoGenie Select the check box Use PhotoGenie if you want to activate the PhotoGenie software that will enhance both color and detail of your scanned image in case it is too bright or too dark m Resolution The resolution depends on the destination If you select your printer as a destination the resolution of your printer destination will be shown in the Resolution box Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer 47 Dimension If you want a specified output range click the Dimension drop down list A list of additional options will appear Select the dimension width or height you want to specify Enter the desired range and select the correct unit from the popup list The Keep original size selection will keep the original size of the image Dimension Scale to fixed height Centimeters Millimeters Height Inches Pixels Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer 48 Chapter 6 Making Your First Scan 1 Place a color photograph face down on the glass plate with the top side against the middle of the front ruler The optical performance of a CCD scanner is always best near the middle of the glass plate However the specified scan quality is guaranteed for the entire scan area If you put more than on
3. You are now ready to connect the scanner to your computer Chapter 4 Installing the Scanner for Macintosh 37 Connecting the Scanner to the Macintosh Computer Caution For your safety use the adapter that comes with this product Do not use any substitute Misuse of the power adapter can cause serious damage to the product and a safety hazard while using it Note Check if the AC Adapter complies with your local power supply Note Make sure the scanner is unlocked see Unlocking the Scanner before connecting it to the electric outlet 1 Connect the Transparancy option as shown in the figure below e52 only 2 Connect the plug of the AC adapter to your scanner 3 Plug the adapter cable in the wall outlet 4 Connect one end of your USB cable to the USB port on your scanner Make sure you connect the correct plug as shown in the figure below 5 Connect the other end of your USB cable to a USB port on your computer Make sure you connect it to the correct port as shown in the figure A USB port is marked with the USB icon Nor le Chapter 4 Installing the Scanner for Macintosh 38 Installing Additional Software If you want to use OCR Optical Character Recognition you will have to install Readiris Insert the CD ROM and follow the instructions on your screen For a general overview of the possible workflow please consult the ScanWise modes document that is supplied with your scanner
4. Agfa Gevaert N V Septestraat 27 B 2640 Mortsel Declares that the product Agfa SnapScan e42 e52 Color image scanner Complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC 93 68 EEC The product SnapScan e42 e52 complies with the following standards EN 60950 1992 A1 1993 Complies with the requirements of the EMC directive 89 336 EEC The product SnapScan e42 e52 complies with the following standards EN 55022 class B EN 50082 1 IEC 801 2 IEC 801 3 IEC 801 4 The product is marked with the CE marking Georges Brys General Manager business group Consumer Imaging Agfa Gevaert N V Appendix C Regulation Compliance 63
5. Agfa ScanWise Product Registration Chapter 4 Installing the Scanner for Macintosh 35 By registering on line you will create your personal e Service account and you will enjoy the following benefits 1 Customized self help tools You have access to the following self help tools which are customized according to your e service account profile Software downloads Technical knowledge database FAQ On line manuals and documentation Access to third party software support sites N OF OF O ODO Personalized one to one technical support Agfa assists you on line if you have additional questions about technical issues 3 Automatic e mail notification Agfa notifies you immediately when new software and upgrades are available for downloading Note For support issues go to http support agfa com Note For the latest information consult the ScanWise Read Me File Click Install Adobe Acrobat Reader to install this program if needed a Bi A oR Ae Ro i OR A A AR A MR OA A i A ol Install Agfa scanwise Install Adobe Acrobat Reader You need Adobe Acrobat Reader to read the SnapScan documentation Chapter 4 Installing the Scanner for Macintosh 36 6 Click View the ScanWise movie to see the demo LE nt LEE nnn 22 2s EEE ae ann nn 2s Install Agfa scanwise install Adobe Acrobat Reader l View the scanwise movie Ie When the software is installed you may be asked to restart your computer
6. Macintosh Computer 44 Creating a New Configuration It is possible to create a new configuration and assign it to one of the four buttons of your SnapScan The following example will show you how this is done In this example we will create a new configuration and assign it to the e mail button 1 Open the Agfa ScanWise software 2 Select Configure Buttons from the Tools menu The Configure Buttons window appears Configure Buttons a E aij send Image to Mail recipient d Scan Text to Microsoft Word a e mail button b print button c ScanWise button d OCR button 3 Click Organize The Organize Actions window appears Organize Actions Color Copy full page Gray Copy full page Line Art Copy full page Scan Image to File autoselect Scan Image to File fixed selection Scan Image to Microsoft Word autoselect Remove Scan Image to Microsoft Word fixed selection Scan Text to File Scan Text to Microsoft Word Scan to Adobe Photoshop 4 0 1 autoselect Scan to Adobe Photoshop 4 0 1 fixed selection Scan to Web Image Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer 45 The Organize Actions window displays all predefined and user defined configurations Note Remove will be enabled when a user defined action is selected The default actions cannot be removed Click New in the Organize Actions window The Settings For window appears Settings For Untitled Origin
7. Preface Chapter 1 Preparing the Scanner This chapter helps you to prepare your SnapScan for installation Unpacking the Scanner Taking a Closer Look Changing the Handle Changing the Button Cap Unlocking the Scanner Chapter 1 Preparing the Scanner 9 Unpacking the Scanner 1 Open the packing box and carefully unpack all the items 2 Check each item to make sure that everything listed on the Packing List printed on the box is present Check if there is no visible defect If something is missing contact your dealer 3 Remove the plastic wrapping and the packing materials from the scanner Note Do not throw away the packing materials They can be useful to protect the scanner during later transport Taking a Closer Look When you have taken the scanner out of the box take a closer look at its parts The following figures illustrate the different parts of your SnapScan SnapScan e42 1 replaceable handle adjustable document cover glass plate DD replaceable button cap e mail button print button ScanWise button OCR button SS et eo status indicator Chapter 1 Preparing the Scanner 10 Snapscan e52 13 replaceable handle adjustable document cover transparency lamp cover for reflective scanning transparency module glass plate replaceable button cap e mail button print button ScanWise button O
8. to use the transparency module on your SnapScan e52 If you want to scan negatives transparencies or slides carry out the following instructions 1 Remove the transparency lamp cover e52 ONLY 2 Ifyou scan negatives or transparencies 1 Slide these negatives transparencies in the holder Chapter 7 Using the Transparency Module SnapScan e52 only 51 2 Align the holder with the negatives transparencies on the scanner glass plate Then continue with instruction 4 3 Ifyou scan slides 1 Align the holder on the scanner glass plate Chapter 7 Using the Transparency Module SnapScan e52 only 52 2 Position the original slide in the holder Close the document cover Click the ScanWise icon to start the program The Agfa ScanWise window opens Click the arrow on the Preview button to switch between transparencies and reflectives f Preview Transparent scanning _ i Preview Reflective scanning 1 Click the Preview button Mac only In case ScanWise has not automatically recognized the original select the correct original from the list Click the Scan button The negatives transparencies or slides will be scanned 2 Note Make sure the calibration area of the slide holder is NEVER covered If the calibration area is covered the following message will appear A Calibration error has occurred Check the lamp make s
9. CR button status indicator holder for scanning slides holder for scanning negatives transparencies Chapter 1 Preparing the Scanner 11 The following figure illustrates the location of the different ports at the rear of your scanner SnapScan e42 e52 1 USB Port labeled with the USB icon to make a connection to your computer 2 Transparency Module Port SnapScan e52 only 3 Power connector Changing the Handle It is possible to customize your SnapScan by changing its handle 1 Press the two clips at the inside of the cover upwards and lift the handle Chapter 1 Preparing the Scanner 12 2 3 4 5 Remove the handle by sliding it out of its lip Choose a new handle Slide the handle in the lip Press the front of the handle down until you hear a click Chapter 1 Preparing the Scanner 13 Changing the Button Cap It is possible to customize your SnapScan by changing the button cap 1 Open the button panel by pushing the button cap 2 Pull out the upper part of the button cap 3 Remove the button cap by lifting it at the underside and sliding it out of its lip Chapter 1 Preparing the Scanner Note Do not remove the button cap while the button panel is still closed 4 Choose a new button cap 5 Press the upper part of the button cap over the button panel into the scanner 6 Press the underside of the button cap in the right position Unlocki
10. Lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise sorgfaltig durch Um eine Beschadigung des Gerates zu vermeiden sollten Sie nur Zuberhorteile verwenden die vom Hersteller zugelassen sind Das Ger t ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu sch tzen Bei der Aufstellung des Ger tes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten Ein Kippen oder Fallen k nnte Verletzungen hervorrufen Verwenden Sie nur sichere Standorte und beachten Sie die Aufstellhinweise des Herstellers Die Bel ftungs ffnungen dienen zur Luftzirkulation die das Ger t vor berhitzung sch tz Sorgen Sie daf r da diese ffnungen nicht abgedeckt werden Die Netzanschlu steckdose mu aus Gr nden der elektrischen Sicherheit einen Schutzleiterkontakt haben Durch die L ftungs ffnungen d rfen niemals Gegenst nde oder Fl ssigkeiten in das Ger t gelangen Dies k nnte einen Brand bzw elektrischen Schlag ausl sen ffnen Sie niemals das Ger t Das Ger t darf aus Gr nden der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal ge ffnet werden Die Steckdose sollte nahe dem Ger t und leicht zug nglich sein Appendix C Regulation Compliance 61 Electromagnetic Compatibility SnapScan is designed to comply with E Emission EN55022 class B E Immunity IEC 801 2 IEC 801 3 IEC 801 4 m 47 CFR part 15 subpart B class B Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
11. NTOSH ONLY If the scanner driver cannot find the scanner a message appears telling you that no scanner is connected m Check if the scanner is connected with the USB cable to your computer and that the AC adapter is plugged in It can always happen that a USB port is damaged therefore try the other USB port of your computer m Open the Apple System Profiler that you find under the menu Click the tab Devices and Volumes minimum version 8 5 Here you can check if the USB device is found If USB is not present in the list of Devices and Volumes please check the hardware cable USB ports m Disconnect the AC adapter and reconnect it again Note If you encounter other problems during or after installation please consult the ScanWise Read Me file on your computer The driver is not found when you connect the scanner to your computer MACINTOSH ONLY If ScanWise is not installed correctly the following message appears The software needed to use the device SNAPSCAN cannot be found E Re install ScanWise m Check if the Extensions folder contains the file Agfa USB e42 or Agfa USB e52 These drivers are necessary for detecting the respective scanner Appendix A Troubleshooting 55 Windows 98 fails to detect the scanner when you connect it for the first time PC ONLY m Check if the scanner is connected with the USB cable to your computer and that the AC adapter is plugged in It can
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13. SnapScan e42 e52 Owner s Guide Preface This chapter gives you information about SnapScan and about How to Use this Online Guide Chapter 1 Preparing the Scanner Preparing the Scanner explains how to prepare your SnapScan for installation Chapter 2 Installing the Scanner for PC This chapter shows you how to set up your SnapScan for your PC Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC This chapter shows you how to configure your SnapScan Buttons on your PC Chapter 4 Installing the Scanner for Macintosh This chapter shows you how to set up your SnapScan for your Macintosh computer Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer This chapter shows you how to configure your SnapScan Buttons on your Macintosh computer Chapter 6 Making Your First Scan Here you find instructions on how to place reflective originals on the glass plate of your scanner Chapter 7 Using the Transparency Module SnapScan e52 Here you find instructions on how to use the transparency module to scan negatives transparencies or slides Appendix A Troubleshooting Troubleshooting can be helpful when you come across problems Appendix B Technical Information This appendix provides specifications for your SnapScan Appendix C Regulation Compliance This appendix gives you information about safety regulations and electromagnetic compatibility AGFA amp Trademarks Ag
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15. ake Outlook Express my default e mail program O Make Outlook Express my default Simple MAPI client This should solve the problem If you are using MS Outlook Express v5 choose Tools General in the Tools menu in MS Outlook Express If Outlook is not the default e mail client click the Make default button You can also choose Internet Options Programs in the Control Panel and indicate your e mail client there Note If ScanWise cannot find an e mail destination ScanWise will ask you to assign another action to the default e mail button of your scanner Appendix A Troubleshooting 57 Appendix B Technical Information Technical specifications are subject to change without notice Scanner type Desktop flatbed one pass 4 buttons of which all are SnapScan e42 software definable Desktop flatbed one pass 4 buttons of which all are SnapScan e52 software definable and transparency module Maximum resolution optical 1200 ppi horizontal x 2400 ppi vertical through interpolation 9600 ppi horizontal x 9600 ppi vertical Internal sample depth 16 bits for gray 48 bits for color Scanning speed line art 8 ms line gray 8 ms line color 23 ms line Maximum scanning area for 216 x 297 mm 8 5 x 11 7 reflective scanning only Maximum scanning area for 5 negatives or transparencies transparency scanning SnapScan e52 Lamp for reflective scanning Cold cathode Lamp for transpare
16. al Type Photo glossy Destination File a Selection Select Full Scanbed Color Mode Color b Resolution dpi Cc Dimension Keep original size a All predefined settings are available via the different drop down menus b The resolution depends on the choice of destination c The output dimensions can be managed via the Dimension drop down list Note There are several options to create a new configuration For more information see Modifying the ScanWise Settings Select the settings that you want to apply Click Save As The Save Action Configuration window appears Save Action Configuration Action Name My configuration a Enter the name of your configuration Click OK You return to the Settings For window Click OK You return to the Organize Actions window and your configuration is added to the Actions list Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer 46 10 Click Close You return to the Configure Buttons Window 11 Select your new configuration from the drop down list next to the e mail button 12 Click OK The e mail button is configured with your personal settings Modifying the ScanWise Settings There are several options to edit the existing configuration or to create a new one In the Settings For window following options are available Settings For Untitled Original Type Photo glossy Destination File Selection Select Full Scanbed Color Mode Color L Use PhotoGenie
17. always happen that a USB port is damaged therefore try the other USB port of your computer m Check if the Device Manager finds the USB controller To check if the USB controller is present in the Device Manager click with the right mouse button on the icon My Computer and select Properties from the menu that pops up Select the Device Manager tab from the System Properties dialog box o Ifthe USB controller gt is present in the Device Manager carry out the scanner installation procedure exactly as described in this manual O Ifthe USB controller is not present in the Device Manager carry out the following instructions 1 2 Restart your computer Enable the USB controller in the BIOS settings Caution Changing your computer s BIOS settings is at your own risk It should be done by system administrators and experienced users only If you are not familiar with these tasks ask your computer dealer to do this for you You typically do this by pressing a key combination during the startup of your PC Consult your computer manual for more information Exit and save the changes you made Your computer is rebooted automatically m Check again if the Universal serial bus controller is present in the Device Manager OD Ifthe Universal serial bus controller gt is present in the Device Manager carry out the scanner installation procedure exactly as described in this manual Oo Ifthe Universal serial bus controller is
18. an scan Make sure that you have enough free storage space on your hard disk You need about two times the size of the image to scan edit and save it Chapter 2 Installing the Scanner for PC 17 Installing the Scanner Software 1 Insertthe Agfa ScanWise CD ROM in your CD ROM drive Note If the ScanWise Installer program does not appear automatically carry out the following instructions 1 Double click My computer 2 Double click the CD ROM drive 3 Double click Setup exe 2 Ifyou want to use ScanWise in another language click the language button to select a language Note If you choose another language that language will be used for all the documentation 3 Click Install Agfa ScanWise Follow the instructions on your screen Note After installation the Register ScanWise window appears You can choose to register now or later O Register now If you choose to register now the Agfa webpage opens Here you can register on line O Register later If you choose to register later you can register afterwards via Start Programs Agfa ScanWise Register ScanWise Chapter 2 Installing the Scanner for PC 18 By registering on line you will create your personal e Service account and you will enjoy the following benefits 1 Customized self help tools You have access to the following self help tools which are customized according to your e service account profile O Software downloads Technical knowl
19. ation The Settings For window appears Original Type Destination a Selection Color Mode b Resolution E Dimension Settings For Scan Image to File autoselect Photo glossy File AutoSelect originals Autodetect dpi Keep original size a All predefined settings are available via the different drop down menus b The resolution depends on the choice of destination c The output dimensions can be managed via the Dimension drop down list Note There are several options to edit the existing configuration For more information see Modifying the ScanWise Settings Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer 43 6 10 11 12 Click Save As The Save Action Configuration window appears Save Action Configuration Action Name Enter the name of your configuration Click OK You return to the Settings For window Click OK You return to the Organize Actions window and your configuration will be added to the Actions list Click Close You return to the Configure Buttons window Select My Scan Image to File autoselect from the drop down list next to the e mail button Click OK Pushing the e mail button will send the scanned image to a file instead of to your mail recipient Note For low quality originals originals that are too bright or too dark we advice you to select the PhotoGenie check box which will enhance the colors Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your
20. connect the AC adapter from your scanner Use a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent to clean the surface of the glass plate If you use alcohol to clean the glass plate make sure that you do not touch the plastic elements of the scanner Avoid using sprays directly onto the glass plate as this may cause the liquid to penetrate the seams around the glass and contaminate the mirrors and lenses inside the scanner Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Preface T7 How to Use this Online Guide fe dD jump to another location within or outside the blue text document jump to a topic in the document click the corresponding bookmark a About this Guide what You Can Find on the CD i J what You Can Find in this Guide jump to the first or the last page retrace your steps in the document jump to the previous or to the next page zoom in and zoom out control click on the page search for a part of a word a complete word or multiple words print the document i 2 Note Due to rescaling some of the screenshots included in this document may appear unclear when displayed at 100 magnification You can view these screenshots more clearly by using the Zoom tool to increase the default magnification How to Print this Guide Choose Page Setup from the File menu Choose your paper format from the Paper popup menu Select Orientation Portrait Click OK afr WwW N Choose Print from the File menu
21. d start preview Sean Text to Microsoft Word OF Cancel Organize a e mail button b print button c ScanWise button d OCR button Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC 28 3 Click Organize The Organize Actions window appears Actions Send Image to Mail recipient Scan Image to File autoselect Scan Image to File fixed selection Scan to Web Image Color Copy full page Gray Copy full page Line Art Copy full page Scan to Adobe Photoshop 5 0 Cautoselect Scan to Adobe Photoshop 5 0 fixed selection Scan Image to Microsoft Word 97 Cautoselect Scan Image to Microsoft Word 97 fixed selection Organize Actions Ed Edit Kemeone The Organize Actions window displays all predefined and user defined configurations 2 cannot be removed 4 Click New in the Organize Actions window The Settings For window appears Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC Note Remove will be enabled when a user defined action is selected The default actions 29 Settings For Untitled Ei ES r Original Type Photo glossy Destination Fite a Selection Select Full Scanbed Color Mode Color E Use PhotoGenie b Resolution 150 dpi G Dimension keep original size a All predefined settings are available via the different drop down menus b The resolution depends on the choice of destination c The output dimensions can be managed via the Dim
22. 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 residential installation 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 However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures m Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna m Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver m Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected m Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Industry Canada Class A and B Label Requirements This Class select A or B digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe A B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada Appendix C Regulation Compliance 62 Declaration of Conformity SnapScan e42 e52 ce Manufacter s authorized Georges Brys
23. dify an existing configuration and assign it to one of the four buttons of your SnapScan The following example will show you how this is done In this example we will change the settings of the e mail button into a configuration that will send the scanned image to a file instead of to your mail recipient 1 Open the Agfa ScanWise software 2 Select Configure Buttons from the Tools menu The Configure Buttons window appears Configure Buttons b oa Color Copy full page d Scan Text to Microsoft Word a e mail button b print button c ScanWise button d OCR button Chapter 5 Configuring Buttons on Your Macintosh Computer 42 3 Click Organize The Organize Actions window appears Color Copy full page Gray Copy full page Line Art Copy full page Organize Actions Scan Image to File autoselect Scan Image to File fixed selection Scan Image to Microsoft Word autoselect penn eee Remove Scan Image to Microsoft Word fixed selection ern Scan Text to File Scan Text to Microsoft Word Scanto Adobe Photoshop 4 0 1 autoselect Scan to Adobe Photoshop 4 0 1 fixed selection Scanto Web Image The Organize Actions window displays all predefined and user defined configurations Note Remove will be enabled when a user defined action is selected The default actions cannot be removed select Scan Image to File autoselect Click Edit to modify the selected configur
24. e original on the glass plate position them as close to the center line as possible to optimize the quality 2 Close the document cover of the scanner SnapScan e52 note Please make sure the transparency lamp cover is attached Note The adjustable document cover makes it possible to scan from books and magazines When you put a thick original on the reflective glass plate the document cover adapts to the thickness of the original Chapter 6 Making Your First Scan 49 5 6 For PC In the Start menu select Programs Agfa ScanWise ScanWise to open the ScanWise application Or Scanise For Macintosh Go to the Agfa ScanWise folder on your hard disk and double click Select your scanner if needed Note This dialog only appears the first time you use ScanWise Click Yes when the system asks to guide you Follow the steps described in the ScanWise Guide Me mode For more information consult the ScanWise Application Guide and the Agfa Contacts on your Agfa ScanWise CD ROM After installation you can access these documents via the Start menu or in your ScanWise folder 7 Note If you encounter problems please consult the ScanWise Read Me file on your computer or Appendix A Troubleshooting in this Owner s Guide Chapter 6 Making Your First Scan 50 Chapter 7 Using the Transparency Module SnapScan e52 only To scan negatives transparencies or slides you have
25. eating devices Preface 6 Precautions For your own safety and that of your equipment respect conscientiously the Environmental Requirements and always take the following precautions Check frequently whether there is no overheating of the AC adapter If you do not use your scanner for some time pull the AC adapter cable out of the power supply socket Handle your SnapScan with care the glass plate is fragile There is no warranty on breaking the glass plate and your dealer is not liable for consequential damages Disconnect the AC adapter when you want to clean the scanner housing or the glass plate and when the scanner needs servicing or repairing Do not open the scanner housing as it contains high voltage areas and sensitive components Every repair should be carried out by your dealer Do not leave originals on the reflective glass plate for excessive periods of time The warmth of the scanner may cause them to deteriorate For safety reasons never use extension cables for the AC adapter Caution For safety reasons besides the personal maintenance mentioned in this Owner s Guide do not try to remove any mechanical parts or any electronic components from your scanner If your scanner needs service our dealer and service offices are available to help you Cleaning your Scanner Cleaning the glass plate regularly ensures that dirt or smudges do not reduce the quality of your scanned images Before cleaning dis
26. edge database FAQ On line manuals and documentation Access to third party software support sites N OF O DO Personalized one to one technical support Agfa assists you on line if you have additional questions about technical issues 3 Automatic e mail notification Agfa notifies you immediately when new software and upgrades are available for downloading Note For support issues go to http support agfa com Note For the latest information consult the ScanWise Read Me File 4 Click Install Adobe Acrobat Reader to install this program if needed Install Agfa scanwise Install Adobe Acrobat Reader k You need Adobe Acrobat Reader to read the SnapScan documentation Chapter 2 Installing the Scanner for PC 19 5 Click View the ScanWise movie to see the demo en nt LEE nnn 22 2s EEE ae ann nn 2s Install Agfa scanwise Install Adobe Acrobat Reader View the scanwise movie he 6 Click Install additional software to install software that helps you to organize and adjust your digital images and to create your personal Web pages see Installing Additional Software Install Adobe Acrobat Reader Install additional software When the additional software is installed you may be asked to restart your computer You are now ready to connect the scanner to your computer Chapter 2 Installing the Scanner for PC 20 Connecting the Scanner to Your PC Caution For your safety use the adap
27. ension drop down list Note There are several options to create a new configuration For more information see Modifying the ScanWise Settings Select the settings that you want to apply Click Save As The Save Action Configuration window appears Save Action Configuration Cancel Action Name ty configuration Enter the name of your configuration Click OK You return to the Settings For window Click OK You return to the Organize Actions window and your configuration will be added to the Actions list Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC 30 10 Click Close You return to the Configure Buttons window 11 Select your new configuration from the drop down list next to the e mail button 12 Click OK The e mail button is configured with your personal settings Modifying the ScanWise Settings There are several options to edit an existing configuration or to create a new one In the Settings For window following options are available Settings For Untitled Original Type EI N Destination Fie Selection Select Full Scanbed Color Mlode car gt E Use PhotoGente Resolution 150 dpi Dimension keep original size Cancel Save As m Original Type Destination Selection and Color Mode These options can be changed using the different drop down menus m Use PhotoGenie Select the check box Use PhotoGenie if you want to activate the PhotoGenie so
28. fa and the Agfa rhombus are trademarks of Agfa Gevaert A G ScanWise and SnapScan are trademarks of Agfa Gevaert N V Acrobat and Photoshop LE are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated which may be registered in certain jurisdictions Apple Macintosh PowerPC and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries email VoiceLink Basic is a trademark of inChorus com IBM PC is a trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the U S and other countries Pentium is a registered trademark of the Intel Corporation Photo Explorer and Photolmpact are trademarks of Ulead Systems which may be registered in certain jurisdictions Readiris is a registered trademark of I R l S Web Personal is a registered trademark of Noble Twin Mountain B V Other product or company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Copyright February 2001 Agfa Gevaert N V All rights reserved All software and hardware described in this document are subject to change without any notice Trademarks 2 Contents PFEIL 5 re Be Che 92 1 REISEN Ee ee ene EUREN eRe NENNE E E R EES 6 Environmental Requirements nennen 6 aie e E a e EEEE EEE E eects AE S EE EA ee eee ee E E E T GABEN Sr OHNE T HOW TO Use this Onine GUIE ee ee ee 8 HOW tO FTIN NTE GUE inia cae Cinna cara ute Caan
29. ftware that will enhance both color and detail of your scanned image in case it is too bright or too dark m Resolution The resolution depends on the destination If you select your printer as a destination the resolution of your printer destination will be shown in the resolution box Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC 31 Dimension If you want a specified output range click the Dimension drop down list A list of additional options will appear Select the dimension width or height you want to specify Enter the desired range and select the correct unit from the drop down list The Keep original size selection will keep the original size of the image Dimension Scale to fixed height 15 Centimeters Centimeters Inch es Pixels Height hail limete rs Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC 32 Chapter 4 Installing the Scanner for Macintosh This chapter shows you how to set up your SnapScan for your Macintosh 9 Minimum System Requirements Installing the Image Editing Software Installing the Scanner Software Connecting the Scanner to the Macintosh Computer Installing Additional Software Chapter 4 Installing the Scanner for Macintosh 33 Minimum System Requirements A USB port A PowerPC processor A 14 inch color monitor with thousands of colors for an accurate display of color images 64 MB of RAM A CD ROM drive Mac OS 8 or higher Installing the Image Ed
30. ions With the SnapScan e52 you can also scan negatives transparencies or slides It offers high resolution image capturing and is an ideal tool in making presentations come to life SnapScan supports multiple scanning modes and includes scanner software to get you started right away With its powerful and easy to use scanner driver software SnapScan gives you easy access to high quality color scans The scanner driver software gives you a number of additional features to create special effects or to reproduce even the most difficult originals The document cover is adjustable when you put a thick original like a book or a magazine on the reflective glass plate the document cover adapts to the thickness of the original Environmental Requirements Place the scanner on a horizontal flat surface To ensure proper ventilation allow a minimum of 10 cm 4 inches free space around each side of the scanner Make sure that no vibrations or shocks occur Make sure that the area is free of dust Avoid any contact with water Do not use your scanner near water or in a damp environment Your SnapScan is designed to perform at best when the environmental humidity is between 20 and 85 Avoid environments where humidity fluctuations might occur m Your SnapScan is designed to perform at best when the environmental temperature is between 10 C 50 degrees Fahrenheit and 40 C 104 degrees Fahrenheit Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and h
31. ise button d OCR button 3 Click Organize The Organize Actions window appears Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC 25 Actions Send Image to Mail recipient Scan Image to File autoselect Scan Image to File fixed selection Scan to Web Image Color Copy full page Gray Copy full page Line Art Copy full page Scan to Adobe Photoshop 5 0 Cautoselect Scan to Adobe Photoshop 5 0 fixed selection Scan Image to Microsoft Word 97 Cautoselect Scan Image to Microsoft Word 97 fixed selection Organize Actions Ed Edit Kemore The Organize Actions window displays all predefined and user defined configurations Note Remove will be enabled when a user defined action is selected The default actions cannot be removed Select Scan Image to File autoselect Click Edit to modify the selected configuration The Settings For window appears Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC 26 10 Settings For Scan Image to File autoselect Ei E4 a Original Type Destination a Selection AutoSelect originals Color Mlode Autodetect Use PhotoGenie b Resolution 0 dpi Cc Dimension keep original size Cancel Save As a All predefined settings are available via the different drop down menus b The resolution depends on the choice of destination c The output dimensions can be managed via the Dimension drop down list Note There are several options to edit the e
32. iting Software a PR Ww N Disable the virus protection software You can turn it off in the Extensions Manager Control Panel or you can drag the software out of the System Folder Note After installing enable the virus protection software again Restart your computer Insert the Mac CD ROM of Adobe Photoshop LE Double click the Adobe Photoshop LE icon Follow the instructions on your screen Chapter 4 Installing the Scanner for Macintosh 34 Installing the Scanner Software 1 Insert the Agfa ScanWise CD ROM in your CD ROM drive The Agfa ScanWise window appears 2 Double click the ScanWise Installer icon Note If the ScanWise window does not appear automatically carry out the following instructions 1 double click the CD ROM icon on your desktop 2 Double click the ScanWise Installer icon 3 Ifyou want to use ScanWise in another language click the language button to select a language Note If you choose another language that language will be used for all the documentation 4 Click Install Agfa ScanWise Follow the instructions on your screen zum m eeeeereeaeneLrtnut 22 Install Agfa scanwise Note After installation the Register ScanWise window appears You can choose to register now or later O Register now If you choose to register now the Agfa webpage opens Here you can register on line O Register later If you choose to register later you can register afterwards via
33. ng the Scanner Before you start using the scanner you first have to unlock it 1 Place the scanner on a horizontal flat surface and pull it carefully towards you until you can see the locking slider at the bottom 2 Slide the locking slider to the right Your scanner is unlocked Note If you want to transport your scanner you have to lock it To do this first connect the AC adapter to the scanner so that its optical assembly moves to its home position Then slide the locking slider to the left and disconnect the scanner Your scanner is now locked and ready for transportation Caution Make sure to install the ScanWise software before connecting the scanner to your PC or Macintosh computer Chapter 1 Preparing the Scanner 15 Chapter 2 Installing the Scanner for PC This chapter shows you how to set up your SnapScan for your PC os Minimum System Requirements Installing the Scanner Software Connecting the Scanner to Your PC Installing Additional Software Chapter 2 Installing the Scanner for PC 16 Minimum System Requirements A USB port A Pentium processor A 14 inch color monitor A video card that can display a minimum of 16 bit high color 64 MB of RAM A CD ROM drive Windows 98 ScanWise is compatible with all IBM PCs and compatibles running Windows 98 Me 2000 m The amount of disk space available on your PC determines the number and the size of the images that you c
34. nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnennn 61 I Uy une R E a tapes 62 Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement 62 Industry Canada Class A and B Label Requirement cccccecccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeneees 62 Declaration of Conformity SnapScan e42 eB2 uenensesssnsesnennennnnnennnnnonnnnnonennnnnnnnnennnnnennnnenn 63 Contents 4 Preface About SnapScan Environmental Requirements Precautions Cleaning your Scanner How to Use this Online Guide gt 9 How to Print this Guide Preface 9 About SnapScan In this Owner s Guide the name SnapScan is used for both the SnapScan e42 and e52 The SnapScan is a one pass flatbed color scanner with a resolution of 1200 x 2400 ppi equipped with a cold cathode lamp It is based on CCD Charge Coupled Device scanning technology With the SnapScan you can scan line art gray scale and color reflective originals up to A4 format With the SnapScan e52 you can also scan negatives transparencies or slides The scanned data is transferred through the computer s USB Universal Serial Bus port The USB technology makes it easy to install multiple peripherals to your computer USB eliminates any need to turn off or restart the computer when attaching a new peripheral SnapScan is a scanner that captures and converts reflective originals for example pictures text into electronic data that can be used in computer applicat
35. nt scanning Cold cathode SnapScan e52 AC adapter Input voltage 100 to 240 V 3 slides Input frequency 47 to 63 Hz Appendix B Technical Information 58 Dimensions length SnapScan e42 496 mm 19 5 length SnapScan e52 501 mm 19 7 width 337 mm 13 3 height 94 mm 3 7 weight SnapScan e42 3 9 kg 8 6 Ib weight SnapScan e52 4 2 kg 9 24 Ib Environmental specifications operating temperature 10 C to 40 C 50 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit relative humidity 20 to 85 RH surrounding space 10 cm 4 on every side Appendix B Technical Information 59 Appendix C Regulation Compliance Safety Regulations Electromagnetic Compatibility Declaration of Conformity SnapScan e42 e52 Appendix C Regulation Compliance 60 Safety Regulations SnapScan and its options are designed to comply with UL 1950 CSA C22 2 No 950 M89 D3 VDE 0805 IEC 950 GS approved EN 60950 UL Safety Statement The SnapScan and the AC adapter are suited for indoor use only Do not use them outdoors Use the Agfa supplied AC adapter only otherwise guarantee will be voided For the reason of safety besides the personal maintenance mentioned in this operation manual do not try to remove any mechanical parts or any electronic devices If your scanner needs service our dealer and service offices are available to help you TUV Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Bitte
36. ouble click the Setup exe file on your CD ROM The Agfa ScanWise CD ROM contains software to organize and adjust your digital images and to create your personal Web pages Insert the Agfa ScanWise CD ROM and install the desired application s email VoiceLink Basic trial version to add your voice photos and graphics to email Photo Explorer to acquire view organize and adjust digital images and video s Photolmpact trial version to edit digital images and create Web pages Web Personal to create your personal Website 0 Note You do not need to restart your computer after the installation of Web Personal and Photo Explorer For a general overview of the possible workflow please consult the ScanWise modes document that is supplied with your scanner Chapter 2 Installing the Scanner for PC 22 Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC Selecting a Different ScanWise Configuration Modifying an Existing Configuration Creating a New Configuration 9 Modifying the ScanWise Settings Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC 23 Selecting a Different ScanWise Configuration It is possible to assign a different configuration to one of the four buttons of your SnapScan The following example will show you how this is done In this example we will change the settings of the e mail button into a configuration that will send the scanned image to a file 1 Open the Agfa ScanWise software 2 Select Configure Bu
37. still not present in the Device Manager carry out the following instructions 1 2 3 4 5 Click the Start button Select Settings Select Control Panel Double click on the Add New Hardware icon Attentively follow the instructions that appear on your screen The Universal Serial Bus controller should now be present in the Device Manager Carry out the scanner installation procedure exactly as described in this manual An OEM Windows 98 system was already installed when purchasing your computer PC ONLY When you encounter problems during the installation procedure on a PC with a pre installed Windows 98 system please contact your PC dealer Appendix A Troubleshooting 56 The e mail function is not working PC ONLY ScanWise PC uses the default MAPI Microsoft Messaging API client as e mail destination This means you need a MAPI compatible e mail client and it also has to be configured correctly If ScanWise cannot find such a destination the e mail destination will NOT be visible in the destination list Examples of MAPI compatible clients Microsoft Outlook and Outlook Express Netscape Messenger Eudora Pro Example of a non MAPI compatible client Compuserve for Windows some configuration examples If you are using MS Outlook Express v4 x and it does not show up in the ScanWise destination list choose Options in the Tools menu in Outlook Express and make sure that the following items are checked O M
38. ter that comes with this product Do not use any substitute Misuse of the power adapter can cause serious damage to the product and a safety hazard while using It Note Check if the AC Adapter complies with your local power supply Note Make sure the scanner is unlocked see Unlocking the Scanner before connecting it to the electric outlet 1 Connect the Transparancy option as shown in the figure below e52 only 2 Connect the plug of the AC adapter to your scanner 3 Plug the adapter cable in the wall outlet 4 Connect one end of your USB cable to the USB port on your scanner Make sure you connect the correct plug as shown in the figure below mr 5 Connect the other end of your USB cable to a USB port on your computer Make sure you connect it to the correct port as shown in the figure below A USB port is labeled with the USB Icon t 4 L Lt Windows will now detect the scanner and will install the necessary files for the scanner hardware driver Chapter 2 Installing the Scanner for PC 21 Installing Additional Software If you want to use OCR Optical Character Recognition you will have to install Readiris Insert the CD ROM and follow the instructions on your screen lf you want to use an image editing tool you can install Adobe Photoshop LE Insert the CD ROM and follow the instructions on your screen Note If the Installer Program does not appear automatically d
39. ttons from the Tools menu The Configure Buttons window appears Configure Buttons th x pe eR RR m m m SE ERA SS SS SS nn SE RE EE ES SE SSS ER EE EE l S send Image to Mail recipient Color Copy tul page Run ScanWise and start previews Sear Test to Microsoft Word 97 Cancel Organize a e mail button b print button c ScanWise button d OCR button Click the drop down list next to the e mail button 4 Select Scan Image to File autoselect 5 Click OK Pushing the e mail button will send the scanned image to a file instead of to your mail recipient Note The same procedure can be applied to the print ScanWise and OCR button Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC 24 Modifying an Existing Configuration It is possible to modify an existing configuration and assign it to one of the four buttons of your SnapScan The following example will show you how this is done In this example we will change the settings of the e mail button into a configuration that will send the scanned image to a file 1 Open the Agfa ScanWise software 2 Select Configure Buttons from the Tools menu The Configure Buttons window appears Configure Buttons th x MTE m u RS ST EY M send Image to Mail recipient Color Copy tul page Run ScanWise and start previews Sear Test to Microsoft Word 97 Cancel Organize a e mail button b print button c ScanW
40. ure the calibration area is not Note If you are working on a PC a similar message for PC will be displayed covered and try to scan again Chapter 7 Using the Transparency Module SnapScan e52 only 53 a calibration area a calibration area Note Please make sure not to touch the glass plate in the calibration area Otherwise the quality of your scanned image can be affected Chapter 7 Using the Transparency Module SnapScan e52 only 54 Appendix A Troubleshooting This section gives solutions for some common problems you may come across when starting up or using your SnapScan There is no USB port free for your scanner m Check if you can use a USB port on the keyboard or monitor m Use a USB hub The status indicator fails to light up m Verify the power connection to the scanner m If the power connection is working contact your dealer or local Agfa support center The scanner makes an unusual noise and the scanner lamp does not move back and forth when you connect the scanner m The scanner was not properly unlocked Immediately disconnect the AC adapter and unlock the scanner properly or contact your dealer or local Agfa support center The scanner or transparency lamp flickers dims or fails to light up m The cold cathode lamp of your scanner or the transparency module needs to be replaced Contact your dealer or local Agfa support center ScanWise cannot find the scanner MACI
41. xisting configuration For more information see Modifying the ScanWise Settings Click Save As The Save Action Configuration window appears Save Action Configuration later Hame ity Scan Image to File autoselect Cancel Enter the name of your configuration Click OK You return to the Settings For window Click OK You return to the Organize Actions window and your configuration will be added to the Actions list Click Close You return to the Configure Buttons window Chapter 3 Configuring Buttons on Your PC 27 11 Select My Scan Image to File autoselect from the drop down list next to the e mail button 12 Click OK Pushing the e mail button will send the scanned image to a file instead of to your mail recipient Note For low quality originals originals that are too bright or too dark we advice you to select the PhotoGenie check box which will enhance the colors Creating a New Configuration It is possible to create a new configuration and assign it to one of the four buttons of your SnapScan The following example will show you how this is done In this example we will create a new configuration and assign it to the e mail button 1 Open the Agfa ScanWise software 2 Select Configure Buttons from the Tools menu The Configure Buttons window appears Configure Buttons Fx m ee a 5 EE FE EE oe nn send Image to Mail recipient Color Copy tun page Run ScanWise an
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