Apple Color OneScanner 600/27 User Manual

Apple

Color OneScanner

User’s Manual for the Color OneScanner 600/27 and 1200/30

K Apple Computer, Inc.

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Contents

Communications Regulation Information vii

1 Welcome	1
System requirements			2
What you need to know			2
In this manual		3
In the appendixes		4

2 Setting Up the Scanner			5
Unpacking the scanner and accessory kit					6
Choosing a SCSI cable		6
Choosing the right location			8
Carrying the scanner	9
Apple Color OneScanner at a glance				10
Locking and unlocking the scanner				11
Setting the SCSI ID number and termination					12
Connecting the scanner to your Macintosh					13
Switching the power on		16
Important safety information			17
Where to go from here		17

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3 Installing the Scanner Software				19
About the disks	19
Installing the scanner software			20
Installing the plug-in module for use by other applications						22
Assigning the Xerox TextBridge 3.0H application to the Dispatcher							23
Setting up ColorSync		25
Installing Kai’s Power Tools and Convolver					26
Where to go from here		26

4 Scanning Images	27
What you can scan	28
Preparing originals	28
Removing and replacing the scanner cover						31
Opening the OneScanner Dispatcher application							32
How the OneScanner Dispatcher application is organized								33
Scanning with automatic settings				35
Saving a scanned image		40
Assigning a fax application to the Dispatcher						42
Faxing or printing directly from the scanner						42
Opening a saved image from an archive					43
Renaming a saved image in an archive					45
Printing or faxing a saved image from an archive							45
Adding your own drag-and-drop applications						47
Scanning directly into a graphics application						49
Scanning with custom settings			51
Changing image size and ruler units					57
Copyright regulations (USA)			59

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5 Editing Scanned Images			61
Opening a saved image		62
Image-editing overview			64
Showing and hiding the palettes				65
Selecting images	66
Using the tools to edit an image				68
Copying, cutting, or deleting a selection					75
Undoing an action	76
Zooming in and out	76
Inverting an image from positive to negative						77
Adjusting the brightness and contrast					78
Changing the color balance			79
Sharpening an image		80
Resizing an image	82
Cropping an image	83
Flipping an image	84
Rotating an image	85

	Setting the image depth			86
	Setting ColorSync preferences 87
	Changing the way you view an archive 88
6	Scanning Text		89
	Scanning a text document into the TextBridge application 90
	Moving a text image to the TextBridge application				92
	Converting a text image into an HTML document				94
7	Dispatcher Commands			95
	File menu	96
	Edit menu	102
	Image menu		103
	Window menu		107
	Image-editing tools 108

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8	Scanner Maintenance				111
	Cleaning the scanner			111
9	Using the Automatic Document Feeder						113
	Setting up the Automatic Document Feeder						113
	Automatic Document Feeder at a glance						116
	Choosing originals to scan					117
	Scanning with the document feeder 118
	Bypassing the document feeder 121
	Clearing paper jams			122
	Maintenance		129
10	Using the Transparent Media Adapter						137
	Setting up the Transparent Media Adapter						137
	Handling film		141
	Inserting film into a film guide for scanning						142
	Scanning with the Transparent Media Adapter 145
	Bypassing the adapter			148
	Maintenance		149
	Troubleshooting		150
Appendix A	Technical Specifications					153
Appendix B	Troubleshooting			155
Appendix C	Assembling a SCSI Chain					159
	Index	167

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Communications regulation information

FCC statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules. See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected.

Radio and television interference

The equipment described in this manual generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy. If it is not installed and used properly—that is, in strict accordance with Apple’s instructions—it may cause interference with radio and television reception.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules. These specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

You can determine whether your computer system is causing interference by turning it off. If the interference stops, it was probably caused by the computer or one of the peripheral devices.

If your computer system does cause interference to radio or television reception, try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures:

mTurn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.

mMove the computer to one side or the other of the television or radio.

mMove the computer farther away from the television or radio.

mPlug the computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio. (That is, make certain the computer and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses.)

If necessary, consult an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple. See the service and support information that came with your Apple product. Or, consult an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.

IMPORTANT Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Apple Computer, Inc., could void the FCC Certification and negate your authority to operate the product.

This product was tested for FCC compliance under conditions that included the use of Apple peripheral devices and Apple shielded cables and connectors between system components. It is important that you use Apple peripheral devices and shielded cables and connectors between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, television sets, and other electronic devices. You can obtain Apple peripheral devices and the proper shielded cables and connectors through an Apple-authorized dealer. For non-Apple peripheral devices, contact the manufacturer or dealer for assistance.

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DOC statement

DOC Class B Compliance This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.

Observation des normes—Classe B Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur : “Appareils Numériques”, NMB-003 édictée par le ministre des Communications.

VCCI statement

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1 Welcome

Welcome to the Apple Color OneScanner. With the Color OneScanner and the Apple OneScanner Dispatcher application program, you can

mscan an image or document and save it in a format you can use with compatible graphics and page-layout applications

mprint or fax saved images using convenient drag-and-drop icons

mretrieve saved images using thumbnail-view archives

muse the Apple Color OneScanner plug-in module to scan directly into applications compatible with Adobe™ Photoshop plug-ins

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System requirements

The Apple Color OneScanner works with Macintosh computers with the following configurations:

mSystem software version 7.5 or later

m68030 or later processor

Scanning and scanned images require significant space on your computer and significant free space on a hard disk.

mYou need at least 12 megabytes (MB) of random-access memory (RAM). The OneScanner Dispatcher software requires at least 3 MB of free RAM. The TextBridge OCR software requires at least 4 MB of RAM. If you

use the two applications at the same time, these RAM requirements are additive (you need at least 7 MB of available RAM, plus the RAM required by your system). Scanning operations improve with more RAM.

mYour hard disk needs to have at least 20 MB of disk space available.

What you need to know

If you’re new to the Macintosh—or to computing in general—you need to

mread the information that came with your computer

mexplore the interactive learning products you received

These materials will explain the basic Macintosh skills you need to have before you set up and use your scanner.

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In this manual

This manual provides step-by-step instructions and reference information for the Apple Color OneScanner and the OneScanner Dispatcher application.

Chapter	Title	Provides information about. . .
1	Welcome	This manual and system requirements
2	Setting Up the Scanner	Assembling and connecting the scanner
		to your Macintosh computer
3	Installing the Scanner	Installing the OneScanner Dispatcher
	Software	application and related software
4	Scanning Images	Using the scanner and the OneScanner
		Dispatcher application to scan, save, print,
		and fax; using drag-and-drop icons
5	Editing Scanned Images	Using the OneScanner Dispatcher application
		to change your scanned images
6	Scanning Text	Using the OneScanner Dispatcher application
		to scan text
7	Dispatcher Commands	The software, organized by menus and tools
8	Scanner Maintenance	Basic maintenance procedures
9	Using the Automatic	Installation and use
	Document Feeder
10	Using the Transparent	Installation and use, including a section
	Media Adapter	on troubleshooting

Welcome 3

In the appendixes

The appendixes provide supplementary information about the Apple Color OneScanner.

Appendix	Title	Provides information about. . .
A	Technical Specifications	Technical features of the Apple Color
		OneScanner
B	Troubleshooting	Diagnosing and correcting problems
C	Assembling a SCSI Chain	Connecting the scanner and other
		SCSI devices

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2 Setting Up the Scanner

This chapter shows you how to set up the Apple Color OneScanner. You’ll find instructions for

munpacking, carrying, and placing the scanner

mconnecting the scanner to a Macintosh computer

mplugging in the scanner and switching it on

msafely using your scanner

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Unpacking the scanner and accessory kit

Make sure you have the items shown here.

Color OneScanner

Power cord

Color OneScanner

User’s Manual

	Quick Start card for OneScanner
Color OneScanner software	Dispatcher software

You may have received additional third-party software with your scanner.

Choosing a SCSI cable

The Apple Color OneScanner connects to your Macintosh through a Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) cable (pronounced “SKUH-zee”). This cable provides for high-speed communication between the computer and a SCSI device, or devices, connected to the computer.

You will need to purchase a SCSI cable to connect your Apple Color OneScanner to the Macintosh. If you have a Macintosh IIfx, you also need a special terminator. For more information about connecting the scanner to a Macintosh IIfx or PowerBook computer, see Appendix C.

Apple recommends that you purchase only Apple-brand SCSI cables, which are properly shielded for trouble-free operation. You can purchase SCSI terminators and cables from your authorized Apple reseller.

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To connect the scanner directly to the Macintosh

To connect the scanner directly to your Macintosh computer, you need a SCSI system cable.

SCSI system cable (one end is smaller than the other)

To connect the scanner at the end of a SCSI chain

If you already have an external SCSI device (such as a SCSI hard disk drive) attached to your Macintosh computer, Apple recommends that you connect the scanner at the end of the SCSI chain.

To make this connection, you need a SCSI peripheral cable.

SCSI peripheral cable

To use a different arrangement (configuration)

For information about connecting the scanner in the middle of a SCSI chain, see Appendix C, “Assembling a SCSI Chain.”

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Choosing the right location

Before you set up the scanner, choose a work area that’s convenient for you and that meets the physical requirements of the scanner:

ma level, stable surface, such as a desk or table

ma grounded three-pin power outlet

mspace around the scanner for easy access to the on/off switch

Allow clearance above the scanner so

the top cover opens easily.

Leave enough room to place large originals on the scanner glass.

On/off switch

Environmental considerations

Allow enough space at the back of the scanner for the power cord and SCSI connectors.

mMake sure you allow space for adequate ventilation so the scanner does not overheat.

mIf relative humidity is low, use a humidifier or an antistatic mat to avoid electrostatic buildup. Avoid dusty areas, places where the scanner will be exposed to salty air or corrosive gases, and locations where temperature and humidity levels vary significantly.

mAvoid placing the scanner in direct sunlight or exposing it to open flames.

mPlace the scanner on a surface that is free from vibrations.

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Safety precautions

mDon’t place the scanner where anyone can walk on the power cord, and do not allow anything to rest on the cord. If you must use an extension cord, be sure the total length of the power cord plus the extension cord is not greater than 16.5 feet (5 meters).

mKeep the scanner away from equipment that might cause electromagnetic or radio frequency interference, such as radio transmitters, cordless telephone base units, television sets, copy machines, and heating and air-conditioning equipment.

Carrying the scanner

The Apple Color OneScanner is a complex electronic device. Handle the scanner carefully as you set it up.

To carry the scanner:

1Make sure the scanner carriage is locked.

For information, refer to “Locking and Unlocking the Scanner,” later in this chapter.

2Grasp the scanner by its side edges, toward the back:

Grasp scanner here.

3 Carry the scanner flat, without tipping it on its ends or sides, and keep it stable.

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Apple Color OneScanner at a glance

Now that you’ve unpacked the scanner and accessory kit and found a good location, take a moment to identify the most important parts of your new Apple Color OneScanner.

Scanner cover

Power on light

SCSI connector (small)

SCSI connector (large)

On/off switch
	SCSI ID and
Power cord socket	termination selector

Capped connector for Automatic Document

Feeder or Transparent Media Adapter

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Locking and unlocking the scanner

The Apple Color OneScanner carriage is locked during shipment. Make sure the carriage is unlocked. The scanner will not work if the carriage is locked.

If in the future you need to ship the scanner for service or move it to a different place, be sure to relock the scanning unit.

To lock or unlock the scanning unit:

1Grip the scanner top cover on both sides and lift it off.

Grasp cover here.

2Use a coin to turn the lock to the locked or unlocked position.

Take care not to scratch the scanner glass.

Locked position

Unlocked position

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Setting the SCSI ID number and termination

You may not need this step. You can skip this topic if

mthe scanner is the only external SCSI device to be connected to your Macintosh

or

myou’re setting the scanner up as the last device in a SCSI chain

If you need to change the SCSI ID number or termination setting, do so after you review this topic and before you connect any cables.

About the SCSI ID number

A SCSI ID selector on the back of the scanner identifies the Macintosh port through which scanner information travels. The SCSI ID number is preset to 2. This factory setting is valid if you have no other SCSI device occupying SCSI ID number 2.

To choose a SCSI ID with termination on, use the “I” side of the dial. To choose a SCSI ID with termination off, use the “O” side. The ID numbers are the same on

both sides.

6	7	0	1
			2
5			2
			3
4			4
3
			5
2			6
	1
		0	7

SCSI ID selector switch set to 2 “on” (default setting)

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2

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You can change the SCSI ID number if your configuration requires a different number.

Numbers to avoid: Don’t assign numbers 0, 3, or 7 to the scanner. The default setting for the Macintosh computer is 7. The default setting for an internal CD-ROM player is 3. The default setting for the internal hard disk drive inside your Macintosh is 0. Make sure you use a number that is not assigned to any other SCSI device. Each ID number must be unique.

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About SCSI termination

The SCSI selector on the Apple Color OneScanner also works as a selector for internal SCSI termination. Termination is set to “on” at the factory.

If the scanner is the only SCSI device connected to your Macintosh or if you place the scanner as the last device in a SCSI chain, the “on” setting is correct and doesn’t need to be changed.

If the scanner is one device in a SCSI chain, but not the last device, you must turn off termination. See Appendix C for details.

Connecting the scanner to your Macintosh

You’re now ready to connect the scanner to your Macintosh computer.

If you’re connecting the scanner to a Macintosh PowerBook, see the manual that came with your computer for instructions on connecting SCSI devices.

WARNING Before you begin, make sure that the power to the scanner, your computer, and any connected devices is switched off. If the power is on while you connect or disconnect SCSI cables, you can damage the system.

If you need to connect more than one SCSI device to your computer, follow the instructions above or those in Appendix C, “Assembling a SCSI Chain.” Correct placement of the devices and the cable terminator (if one is required) is important. You can damage your equipment if you connect the devices the wrong way.

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Connecting the SCSI cable

Follow these steps to connect the scanner directly to your computer.

1Plug the large end of the SCSI cable into the back of the scanner, and push the retaining clips into the tabs.

Retaining tab

Retaining clip

SCSI cable

2 Plug the small end of the SCSI connector into the back of the Macintosh, as shown.

3Gently tighten the thumbscrews on the cable.

You’re now ready to attach the power cord.

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Connecting the power cord

Follow these steps to connect the power cord to the scanner:

1Align the holes in the socket end of the power cord with the pins of the power cord socket on the back of the scanner.

2Plug the socket end of the power cord into the pins on the scanner.

3Plug the other end of the power cord into a standard electrical outlet that accepts a three-pronged plug.

WARNING This equipment is intended to be electrically grounded. Your Apple Color OneScanner is equipped with a three-wire grounding plug—a plug that has a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only a grounded AC outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a properly grounded outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug!

Power cord plug

You’re now ready to switch the scanner on and install the scanner software.

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Switching the power on

The scanner and other SCSI devices require that you switch the power on in a certain sequence.

To switch the scanner on: m Press the on/off switch.

“O” is for off, and “I” is for on.

Switching the power on

Equipment attached to computer	Switch on in this order
Scanner only	Scanner > computer
Scanner plus other devices	Scanner > other devices > computer

If you start the computer before you turn on the scanner, the computer won’t be able to find the scanner.

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Important safety information

Any electrical device, when operated improperly, can be hazardous. Before you use your scanner, become familiar with these important safety precautions:

mDon’t use the scanner near water.

mUse the power cord that is appropriate for use in the country in which you use the scanner.

mNever drop or insert objects of any kind into the scanner.

mNever spill liquid of any kind on or into the scanner. Should an object or liquid come into contact with high-voltage points inside the scanner, a fire could occur, or you could be exposed to electrical shock.

mIf liquid of any kind is accidentally spilled on or into the scanner, immediately switch the power off and disconnect the power cord.

mDon’t allow young children to handle power cords or cables.

mBe careful not to drop the scanner or allow it to collide with other objects.

Where to go from here

You’ve now completed the hardware part of scanner setup. The next step is to install the scanner software. See Chapter 3, “Installing the Scanner Software,” for instructions.

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3 Installing the Scanner Software

This chapter tells you how to install the software you need to use the Apple

Color OneScanner. You’ll find instructions for

minstalling the Apple OneScanner Dispatcher application and related software

minstalling the Apple Color OneScanner plug-in module for use with a compatible graphics application

massigning the Xerox TextBridge application for use with the scanner software

minstalling Kai’s Power Tools and Convolver plug-ins from MetaTools (plug-in filters which come with the Color OneScanner 1200/30)

About the disks

To install the scanner software, you need the disks that came with your scanner (in the accessory kit). You should have two disks: OneScanner Dispatcher Disk 1 and Disk 2. These disks contain

mthe Installer, a system program you use to install everything you need to use the scanner

mthe scanner driver

ma Read Me file, which provides information available too late to be included in this manual, and the SimpleText application program for viewing the Read Me file

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mColorSync, a system program that records color information about scanned images so the colors stay consistent in different applications and on different devices, such as printers and monitors

Most of the files on these disks are compressed. To install them, you must use the Installer.

Your scanner package may include additional software. If you want to install and use the software, see the on-disk documentation that comes with the software for installation and user instructions.

IMPORTANT Apple recommends that you make backup copies of the disks and store the originals in a safe place. If you need instructions for copying disks, see your Macintosh user’s manual.

Installing the scanner software

To install the scanner software and start scanning, remember that you need at least 20 MB of space available on your hard disk. You must have system software version 7.5 or a later version to use the scanner with your Macintosh computer.

Note: If you’re using a system with 8 MB of RAM, Apple recommends that you turn on Virtual Memory.

To install the software:

1Turn off any automatic virus-detection programs and restart your Macintosh computer.

If you leave these programs on, problems may occur. You can turn the virusdetection programs back on after installation is complete.

2Insert OneScanner Dispatcher Disk 1 into a floppy disk drive.

If necessary, open the icon for OneScanner Dispatcher Disk 1. A window appears, showing the contents of the disk.

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3Double-click the Installer icon.

After a welcome screen appears (click Continue), an installation dialog box opens.

Easy Install: Apple recommends that you use the Easy Install process for your scanner software. Easy Install places all necessary files on your hard disk and updates any existing files as needed.

Custom installations: The Installer has a custom feature that allows you to choose specific items from a list and have them installed. To use this feature, click Easy Install in the Install dialog box to open a pop-up menu, and choose Custom Install. Then follow the instructions on the screen.

4Click Install and follow the instructions on the screen.

A status box keeps you informed of progress during installation.

5When the process is complete, a message tells you that installation was successful.

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6If the scanner is not on, switch it on.

7Click Restart.

Installing the plug-in module for use by other applications

The Apple Color OneScanner plug-in module allows you to scan images directly into applications compatible with Adobe Photoshop plug-ins. The user’s manual for your application will tell you where the application requires you to place the plug-in module.

Before you install the plug-in modules, you must install the Apple Color

OneScanner software, as described earlier in this chapter.

To install the plug-in module for use by another application:

1 Open the Apple Color OneScanner folder (the one you just installed on your hard disk).

Plug-ins folder

2Open the Plug-ins folder, select the plug-in icon, and choose Duplicate or Make Alias from the File menu (Finder).

A copy or an alias of the plug-in module is created. (An alias takes up no space on your disk, a big advantage. For information about using aliases, see your Macintosh user’s manual or Apple Guide, Apple’s online help.)

3Move the copy or the alias to the location you want.

The original plug-in must remain in the Plug-in folder in the Apple Color OneScanner folder or you will not be able to create new scans with the OneScanner Dispatcher application.

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