Canon FB620U User Manual

Canon Color Image Scanner

CanoScan FB620U

Hardware

Guide

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How to Use the Product Guide

This guide provides in-depth information on individual topics related to the CanoScan FB620U color image scanner and the accompanying software CD-ROM. If you haven’t already read the Quick Start Guide, we recommend that you follow its suggestions first before consulting this guide.

Organization of the Product Guide

The guide deals with scanner and software topics that could not be covered in the Quick Start Guide. Each topic is intended to be read as a separate unit. You need only read the

topics that apply. This guide is divided into 2 sections.

Placement and Connection

How to connect it to the computer and how to position documents for scanning.

Appendices

Troubleshooting tips, care and maintenance.

• References to Windows in this guide refer to Windows 98.

Conventions Used in this Guide

Important information in this guide is indicated by the following symbols.

• This symbol indicates precautions that must be taken when operating the equipment. Ensure that you read all warnings.

• This symbol indicates supplementary operating procedures and other useful information.

Use of a shielded cable is necessary to comply with technical requirements of the EMC Directive.

Disclaimer

1. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. We respectfully request that you notify the nearest Canon Customer Care Center if you have any questions or suggestions about this guide. Canon Inc. reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.

2. No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon Inc.

3. Canon Inc. makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the software or equipment.

• CanoScan is a trademark of Canon Inc.

• Adobe, Adobe Acrobat and Adobe PhotoDeluxe are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in U.S. and other countries.

• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Table of Contents

Features of the CanoScan FB620U................................................................................. 7

Safety Precautions ................................................................................................... 9

Setup and Use ............................................................................................................... 13

Components Guide....................................................................................................... 16

Placement and Connection 18

Connecting to the Computer....................................................................................... 19

About the USB Interface .............................................................................................. 21

Positioning the Documents.......................................................................................... 22

How to Use the Start Button ....................................................................................... 24

The Smart Button and ScanGear Toolbox CS ........................................................... 24

Changing the Start Button Functions ...................................................................... 25

Transporting the Scanner ............................................................................................. 27

Appendices 29

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................... 30

Problems with the Initial Connection of the Scanner to a USB Port ...................... 31

Problems with Software Installation ........................................................................ 32

Problems Starting Software Programs ..................................................................... 32

Problems with the Scanner ....................................................................................... 34

Problems with Scanning............................................................................................ 35

Other questions ......................................................................................................... 37

Care and Maintenance ................................................................................................. 38

Major Specifications ..................................................................................................... 40

Index.............................................................................................................................. 41

Canon Technical Support ............................................................................................. 42

Features of the CanoScan FB620U

This scanner is a flatbed color scanner with 600 dpi optical resolution incorporating the following features.

• Compact Footprint

Ultracompact body [10.1 x 14.7 x 2.5 inches (256 x 372.5 x 63 millimeters)] for an A4/ letter-size scanner. Weighing only 2.0 kilograms (4.4 pounds), this scanner is so light that it can easily be placed or moved to suit your convenience.

• Standby Power and Energy-Saving Features

Consumes only 2.5 watts at standby and only 5 watts at full operation. The standby feature means the scanner is always ready to use.

• Fine Color Tones and High Resolution

Employs proprietary Canon LIDE scanning technology in an ultrahigh-sensitivity CIS (Contact Image Sensor). Reading 12 bits (4096 colors) per red, green and blue (RGB) channel, the scanner offers 8-bit output that reproduces brilliant tones at high resolution.

• Convenient Start Button

The one-touch start button on the front of the scanner allows convenient use of the accompanying software (ScanGear Toolbox CS).

• It is illegal to reproduce currency, bills, negotiable securities and other prohibited

documents. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution.

• It is illegal to reproduce legal certificates, licenses, travel tickets, and certain public and

private documents prohibited from reproduction. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution.

• Please note that intellectual property protected by copyright may not be reproduced

without the express permission of the copyright holder except for personal or household use under limited circumstances.

Safety Precautions

Please read and take the following precautions before using the equipment.

WARNING Indicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or injury to persons

if not performed correctly. In order to use the equipment safely, always pay attention to these warnings.

CAUTION Indicates a caution concerning operations that may lead to injury to persons or

damage to property if not performed correctly. In order to use the equipment safely, always pay attention to these cautions.

About Locations

WARNING

• Do not place equipment near flammable liquids such as alcohol or thinners. If the

internal electrical parts come in contact with flammable liquids, fire or electric shocks may result.

• Do not place the following objects on top of the equipment. If the internal electrical

parts come in contact with these objects, fire or electric shocks may result.

- metallic objects, such as necklaces

- containers with liquid, such as cups, vases and flower pots If any of these objects or liquids enter the equipment, immediately unplug the AC adapter and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Care Center.

CAUTION

• Do not place the equipment in the following areas. Fires or electric shocks may result.

- Areas with high humidity

- Areas subject to direct sunlight

- Areas with high temperatures

- Areas near flame sources

• Do not place on shaky stands, unstable surfaces or surfaces subject to frequent vibrations.

If the equipment falls, it may cause injuries.

• Do not place heavy objects on the equipment. Objects may fall and cause injuries.

About the Power Supply

WARNING

• Do not damage, mutilate or modify the power cord or AC adapter. Do not place heavy

objects on, pull or excessively bend the power cord. Damaged wires may cause fire or electric shocks.

• Do not plug/unplug the AC adapter with wet hands. You may be electrocuted.

• Do not connect excessive numbers of plugs into one electrical outlet. It could cause fires

or electric shocks.

• Do not twist or tie electrical cords together. It could cause fires or electric shocks.

• Always plug power cords or AC adapters in all the way. If not plugged in completely,

they may cause fires or electric shocks.

• As a rule, do not use electrical extension cords. They could cause fire or electric shocks.

If the use of an extension cord is necessary, do not use one longer than 15 ft. (5 m). Make sure that the extension cord is not twisted, the connection between the power

cord and the extension cord is secure and the AC adapter is fully plugged in. Do not use multiple extension cords.

• Do not use extension cords in high traffic areas where they can be stepped on or tripped

over, which may damage the cords. Damaged wires could cause fires or electric shocks.

CAUTION

• Do not use unavailable voltage outlet. It could cause fires or electric shocks.

• When unplugging the AC adapter, always pull on the main body of the adapter. Do not

pull the AC adapter out by the cord, which may damage the wires and lead to fire or electric shock.

• Do not place objects around the AC adapter in case it needs to be unplugged during

emergencies.

General Handling Precautions

WARNING

• Do not take apart or modify the equipment. There are high voltage parts within that

could cause fire or electric shocks if exposed.

• If you hear unusual noises, see smoke, feel excessive heat or smell anything unusual,

immediately unplug the AC adapter and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Care Center. Continued use may result in fires or electric shocks.

• Do not use flammable sprays near this equipment. Also do not spill water, liquids, or

flammable liquids on the equipment. If these fluids enter this equipment and contact the electrical parts, fires or electric shock may result. If anything enters the equipment, immediately unplug the AC adapter and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Care Center.

• When cleaning the equipment, always unplug the AC adapter. Otherwise you could

cause a fire or receive an electric shock.

• When cleaning the equipment, use a water-moistened cloth that is well wrung out. Do

not use flammable liquids such as alcohol, benzene or thinners. If a flammable liquid enters the inner electrical parts, it may cause fires or electric shocks.

CAUTION

• Carefully close the document cover in order not to pinch your hands.

• Do not press heavily on the document cover. The document glass may break and injure

you.

• When not in use for extended periods, such as long weekends, unplug the equipment for

safety.

• When transporting the equipment, be extremely careful. Dropping it could cause an

injury.

• Wait until the equipment has cooled before placing a cover over it. Otherwise it may

cause a fire.

• Do not use the supplied CD-ROM in regular CD players. It produces excessively loud

sound that may cause hearing damage.

• Unplug the AC Adapter from the outlet at least once a year, and clean the area around

the base of the AC Adapter’s metal pins to ensure all dust is removed. If dust accumulates in this area, it may result in a fire.

Setup and Use

In order to use this scanner safely, please obey the following warnings at all times.

• Please use in an area where the following temperature and humidity conditions can be met.

Surrounding temperature: 41 - 95 degrees F (5 degrees - 35 degrees C) Surrounding humidity: 10% - 90% RH (without condensations)

• Please use where the electrical conditions (normal home outlets) can be met in your

country.

• Make certain there is plenty of clear space around the scanner.

(Below is a diagram looking straight down on the scanner).

Approx. 20 cm (8 in.)

Approx. 10 cm (4 in.)

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