Updating the Software ........................................................................................................................ 495
Updating the Firmware (iX1600 / iX1500) .............................................................................................. 496
Uninstalling the Software .................................................................................................................... 497
Part Number of the Background Pad (SV600)........................................................................................ 499
Part Number of the Carrier Sheet (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400 / iX500 / iX100 / S1100i) ................................. 500
Specifications of the ScanSnap............................................................................................................ 501
Specifications for iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400 .................................................................................... 502
Specifications for iX500 ............................................................................................................... 504
Specifications of iX100 ................................................................................................................ 506
Specifications of SV600 ............................................................................................................... 508
Specifications of S1300i............................................................................................................... 510
Specifications for S1100i.............................................................................................................. 512
About Customer Support and Maintenance ....................................................................... 514
6
About This Manual
l"Safety Information" (page 8)
l"Manuals" (page 9)
l"Trademarks" (page 12)
l"Manufacturer" (page 13)
l"Symbols Used in This Manual" (page 14)
l"Arrow Symbols in This Manual" (page 15)
l"Screen Examples in This Manual" (page 16)
l"Abbreviations Used in This Manual" (page 17)
About This Manual
7
Safety Information
Safety Information
The attached "Safety Precautions" manual contains important information about the safe and correct
use of the ScanSnap. Make sure that you read and understand it before using the ScanSnap.
8
Manuals
Read the following manuals according to your needs when using the ScanSnap.
Before Using the ScanSnap
ManualDescription and Location
Safety PrecautionsThis manual contains important information about the safe use of the ScanSnap.
Make sure you read this manual before using the ScanSnap.
This manual is included in the package.
In addition, after installing the software you can refer to this manual in the following
procedure:
l Windows 10
Select [Start] menu → [ScanSnap Manuals] → [Safety Precautions].
l Windows 8.1
Click on the lower left side of the Start screen, and select [Safety Precautions]
under [ScanSnap Manuals] on the All apps screen.
ABBYY and FineReader are trademarks of ABBYY Software, Ltd. which may be registered in some
jurisdictions.
Evernote is a trademark of Evernote Corporation.
Google, Android, Google Play, Google Drive, and Google Chrome are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Google LLC. Use of these registered trademarks or trademarks is subject to Google
Permissions.
Salesforce, the Salesforce logo, and Salesforce CRM are registered trademarks or trademarks of
salesforce.com, inc. in the United States and other countries.
Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Protected Setup, and the Wi-Fi Protected Setup logo are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.
Amazon is a trademark of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
For iX1600/iX1500 Users
Besides the software authored by the product developer (PFU Limited), the ScanSnap contains
other free software, such as software copyrighted under the GNU General Public License (GPL) or
the GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL). For details concerning the conditions of the
licenses for Open Source Software (OSS), refer to the screen that appears when you press the
settings icon in the lower right of the home screen on the ScanSnap touch panel and then press
[Scanner settings] and [License].
For iX500 Users
Besides the software authored by the product developer (PFU Limited), the ScanSnap contains
other free software, such as software copyrighted under the GNU General Public License (GPL) or
the GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL). For details concerning the conditions of the
licenses, refer to "Terms and Conditions for End User License" (file name: OSS_License.pdf)
contained in the installation folder of ScanSnap Home or ScanSnap Manager.
For iX100 Users
Besides the software authored by the product developer (PFU Limited), the ScanSnap contains
other free software created by third parties. For details concerning the conditions of the licenses,
refer to "Terms and Conditions for End User License" (file name: OSS_License.pdf) contained in the
installation folder of ScanSnap Home or ScanSnap Manager.
ScanSnap, the ScanSnap logo, ScanSnap Home, ScanSnap Manager, ScanSnap Organizer,
CardMinder, Rack2-Filer, and Magic Desktop are registered trademarks or trademarks of PFU
Limited in Japan.
Other company names and product names are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the
respective companies.
12
Manufacturer
Manufacturer
PFU Limited
YOKOHAMA i-MARK PLACE, 4-4-5 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, 220-8567, Japan
The following indications are used in this manual to obviate any chance of accident or damage to
you and people near you, and your property. Warning labels indicate the warning level and
statements. The symbols indicating warning levels and their meanings are as follows.
IndicationDescription
This indication alerts operators of an operation that, if not strictly observed, may result
in severe injury or death.
This indication alerts operators of an operation that, if not strictly observed, may result
in safety hazards to personnel or damage to the product.
14
Arrow Symbols in This Manual
Arrow Symbols in This Manual
Right-arrow symbols (→) are used to connect icons or menu options you should select in
succession.
Example: Select [Start] menu → [Computer].
15
Screen Examples in This Manual
Screen Examples in This Manual
The screenshots used in this manual are the ones that are displayed when iX1600 is connected.
Microsoft product screenshots are reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation.
The screenshots used in this manual are of Windows 10 or Windows 7.
The actual windows and operations may differ depending on the operating system.
Icon in the Notification Area
The ScanSnap Manager icon
the notification area.
To have the ScanSnap Manager icon always displayed in the notification area, drag the icon
and drop it onto the notification area.
The notification area is located at the far right of the taskbar.
The explanations in this manual use the case in which the ScanSnap Manager icon is always
displayed in the notification area.
is displayed in the menu which appears when you click in
HINT
If the ScanSnap Manager icon is not displayed in the notification area, start ScanSnap Manager.
Start ScanSnap Manager in the following procedure.
l Windows 10
Select [Start] menu → [ScanSnap Manager] → [ScanSnap Manager].
on the lower left side of the Start screen, and select [ScanSnap Manager] under
16
Abbreviations Used in This Manual
Abbreviations Used in This Manual
When a ScanSnap model is referred to in this manual, "Color Image Scanner ScanSnap" is omitted.
Also, the following abbreviations are used in this manual.
Abbreviation UsedDesignation
Windows 10
Windows 8.1
Windows 7
WindowsWindows 10, Windows 8.1, or Windows 7
Microsoft Office
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
SharePoint
Internet Explorer
Outlook
.NET Framework
Kofax
Adobe Acrobat
ABBYY FineReader for
ScanSnap
Google Drive
Windows® 10 Home operating system, English Version
Windows® 10 Pro operating system, English Version
Windows® 10 Enterprise operating system, English Version
Windows® 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019 operating system, English Version
Windows® 10 Enterprise 2016 LTSB operating system, English Version
Windows® 10 Education operating system, English Version
Windows® 8.1 operating system, English Version
Windows® 8.1 Pro operating system, English Version
Windows® 8.1 Enterprise operating system, English Version
Windows® 7 Professional operating system, English Version
Windows® 7 Enterprise operating system, English Version
Microsoft® Office
Microsoft® Word
Microsoft® Excel
Microsoft® PowerPoint
Microsoft® SharePoint® Server
Microsoft® SharePoint® Foundation
Microsoft® SharePoint® Online
Internet Explorer
Microsoft® Outlook
Microsoft® .NET Framework
®
Kofax
Adobe® Acrobat
Adobe® Acrobat® DC
ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap
All the descriptions in this manual assume the usage of ABBYY FineReader for
ScanSnap bundled with the ScanSnap. Unless otherwise specified, the term ABBYY
FineReader for ScanSnap refers to the ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap bundled
with the ScanSnap.
Note that ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap may be upgraded without notice. If the
descriptions in this manual differ from the actual displayed screens, refer to the
ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap User's Guide.
Google Drive
®
®
®
®
®
™
™
Android
WPS
Wireless access pointWireless access point
Android
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
Wireless router
™
™
17
Abbreviation UsedDesignation
ScanSnapColor Image Scanner ScanSnap series (*1)
*1: The ScanSnap N1800 series is not included.
Abbreviations Used in This Manual
18
Setting Up the ScanSnap
Setting Up the ScanSnap
l"System Requirements" (page 20)
l"Setting Up iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400" (page 22)
l"Setting Up iX500" (page 28)
l"Setting Up iX100" (page 31)
l"Setting Up SV600" (page 36)
l"Setting Up S1300i" (page 41)
l"Setting Up S1100i" (page 45)
l"Connecting the ScanSnap to a Mobile Device or the ScanSnap Cloud Server (iX1600 / iX1500 /
iX500 / iX100)" (page 49)
19
System Requirements
System Requirements
The ScanSnap has the following system requirements.
For the latest information on requirements, please visit the ScanSnap Support Site at:
*8: .NET Framework 4.7 or later must be installed. If .NET Framework 4.7 or later is not installed, a
notification to install the software will appear when installing ScanSnap Home. Up to 4.5 GB of
additional disk space is required for the installation.
*9: By installing the OCR Pack, you can add extra languages to recognize text. For the amount of
free space required to install the OCR Pack, refer to the following:
*10: When the ScanSnap is connected to a USB 3.2 Gen1 port, a USB 3.1 port, or a USB 3.0 port,
the ScanSnap may not be recognized by some computers. In this case, connect the ScanSnap
to a USB 2.0 port.
*11: When the ScanSnap is connected to a USB 3.0 port, the ScanSnap may not be recognized by
some computers. In this case, connect the ScanSnap to a USB 2.0 port.
ATTENTION
l If the system requirements above are not satisfied, the ScanSnap may not operate.
l If a USB port on the keyboard or on the monitor is in use, the ScanSnap may not operate.
l When using a commercially available USB hub, use a type that is powered from an electrical power
supply (and that comes with an adapter).
l Scanning speed decreases in the following cases:
-The CPU or the memory does not meet the recommended specifications.
-The version of the USB port or the USB hub is USB 1.1.
l The actual disk space used for the installation of the software and the disk space required for the
installation may be different because of the disk management in your Windows system.
l To scan a document, a disk space that is approximately three times larger than the size of the file
to be saved is required.
l If characters are not correctly displayed when you use the following functions, install the universal
font (Arial Unicode MS) from the setup disk of Microsoft Office 2007 or later:
-CardMinder
-Scan to Mobile
-Scan to Salesforce Chatter
-Scan to Dropbox
HINT
l For Windows 7, when the following software programs are installed, .NET Framework 4 or an in-
place update for .NET Framework 4 (which requires 2 GB of free disk space at most) may be
installed:
-ScanSnap Manager
-ScanSnap Organizer
After installing .NET Framework, apply the updates in Windows Update.
l For Windows 10 or Windows 8.1, when the following software programs are installed, .NET
Framework 3.5 SP1 (which requires 500 MB of free disk space at most) may be installed at the
same time:
-ScanSnap Manager
-ScanSnap Organizer
-CardMinder
21
Example: iX1600
12
1
Setting Up iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
Setting Up iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
Set up the ScanSnap so that it is ready to scan with ScanSnap Manager.
The following preparations are required before you set up the ScanSnap.
lCheck that all items are included in the package
For details, refer to "Package List for iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400" (page 27).
lRemove the protective inner cover and tape (1) and the cardboard sheet (2) from the ScanSnap
The procedure to set up the ScanSnap is as follows:
1. Configuring the Settings of the ScanSnap
2. Downloading the Software
3. Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
4. Checking the Scanning Operation
Configuring the Settings of the ScanSnap
1. Connect the power cable to the power connector on the ScanSnap and the AC outlet.
Use only the AC adapter and cables that are bundled with the ScanSnap.
Using other adapters and cables may cause a scanner failure.
22
ADF Paper Chute (Cover)
Setting Up iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
2. Open the ADF paper chute (cover) to turn the power on.
Example: iX1600
3. Configure the settings of the ScanSnap by following the instructions on the touch panel.
When you are using iX1400, proceed to 2 Downloading the Software.
Set the display language of the touch panel, the startup mode, and a device that is used with the
ScanSnap.
When the [USB Connection] screen is displayed on the touch panel, the setting procedure for the
ScanSnap is complete.
23
2
Downloading the Software
3
Setting Up iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
1. Turn on the computer and log on as a user with Administrator privileges.
2. Access the website "ScanSnap Installer".
lScanSnap Installer for iX1600
lScanSnap Installer for iX1500
lScanSnap Installer for iX1400
3. Download [ScanSnap Installer] and save it on your computer.
By using the installer that you downloaded, you can install the following software programs.
lScanSnap Manager
lScanSnap Online Update
lScanSnap manual
Install software applications other than the above if needed.
For the overview for each software program, refer to "Overview of the Software Related to the
ScanSnap" (page 85).
Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
1. Run the installer that you saved on your computer.
2. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap Installer] window that appears.
When you are asked whether you accept the license agreement terms, read the confirmation
message and select [I agree to all terms and conditions].
3. When [Installation complete] appears, click the [Complete] button.
4. When the [About ScanSnap's Auto Power OFF function] window appears, read the message and
click the [Next] button.
24
4
Setting Up iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
5. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap - Connecting the ScanSnap] window to connect the
ScanSnap to a computer.
6. When you use iX1600/iX1500, on the [ScanSnap wireless network setup] window, select
whether to configure the wireless settings in order for the ScanSnap to be connected to a
wireless LAN.
If you want to configure the wireless settings, click [Setup now] and follow the instructions on the
window that appears.
If you do not want to configure the wireless settings, click the [Later] button. When you connect
the ScanSnap to a wireless LAN later, refer to "Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN
(iX1600 / iX1500)" (page 115).
HINT
l If there are available updates for ScanSnap Online Update on the server, you will be asked whether
you accept the license agreement terms for ScanSnap Online Update.
For details about ScanSnap Online Update, refer to the ScanSnap Online Update Help.
l To save images created from documents that you scanned with the ScanSnap to a mobile device
or a cloud service directly, you need to connect the ScanSnap to the mobile device or the
ScanSnap Cloud server.
For details, refer to "Connecting the ScanSnap to a Mobile Device or the ScanSnap Cloud Server
(iX1600 / iX1500 / iX500 / iX100)" (page 49).
Checking the Scanning Operation
1. Load a document in the ScanSnap.
Load a document face-down and head-first with the back facing you (when loading multiple
documents, the last page is on the top).
For details about how to scan a document, refer to "Scanning Documents with iX1600 / iX1500 /
iX1400" (page 180).
Example: iX1600
2. Start scanning.
25
iX1600/iX1500
Press the [Scan] button in the home screen on the touch panel.
Setting Up iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
iX1400
Press the [Scan] button on the ScanSnap.
Once the Quick Menu for selecting an application to perform a particular action appears, the check
process for the scanning operation is complete.
Clicking an icon on the Quick Menu allows you to save images created from documents that you
scanned with the ScanSnap to your desired folder, or attach them to an e-mail.
26
12345
678
Setting Up iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
Package List for iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
Make sure that all items are included in the package before you set up the ScanSnap.
Items that come with the ScanSnap are as follows:
1. ScanSnap
2. USB cable
3. AC cable (*1)
4. AC adapter (*1)
5. Receipt Guide
6. Welcome Guide
7. Safety Precautions
8. License certificate of PDF Editing Software (*2)
liX1600
License certificate of Kofax Power PDF Standard/Kofax Power PDF Standard for Mac
liX1500
License certificate of Kofax Power PDF Standard/Kofax Power PDF Standard for Mac,
License certificate of Nuance Power PDF Standard/Nuance Power PDF Standard for Mac, or
License certificate of Nuance Power PDF Standard/Nuance PDF Converter for Mac
An AC cable which is connected to the AC adapter is called a power cable.
*1:
*2: PDF Editing Software is not bundled with iX1400.
27
12
3
1
Setting Up iX500
Setting Up iX500
Set up the ScanSnap so that it is ready to scan with ScanSnap Manager.
The following preparations are required before you set up the ScanSnap.
ATTENTION
Do not connect the ScanSnap to the computer before installing the software.
lCheck that all items are included in the package
For details, refer to Getting Started that is supplied with the ScanSnap.
lRemove the protective inner cover and tape (1) and the cardboard sheet (2) from the ScanSnap
The data on the card may be lost if the black magnetic part of a magnetic
card or IC card is in contact with the magnetic part (3).
The procedure to set up the ScanSnap is as follows:
1. Downloading the Software
2. Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
3. Checking the Scanning Operation
Downloading the Software
1. Turn on the computer and log on as a user with Administrator privileges.
2. Access the website "ScanSnap Installer".
3. Download [ScanSnap Installer] and save it on your computer.
By using the installer that you downloaded, you can install the following software programs.
lScanSnap Manager
28
2
3
Setting Up iX500
lScanSnap Online Update
lScanSnap manual
Install software applications other than the above if needed.
For the overview for each software program, refer to "Overview of the Software Related to the
ScanSnap" (page 85).
Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
1. Run the installer that you saved on your computer.
2. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap Installer] window that appears.
When you are asked whether you accept the license agreement terms, read the confirmation
message and select [I agree to all terms and conditions].
3. When [Installation complete] appears, click the [Complete] button.
4. When the [About ScanSnap's Auto Power OFF function] window appears, read the message and
click the [Next] button.
5. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap - Connecting the ScanSnap] window to connect the
ScanSnap to a computer.
6. On the [ScanSnap wireless network setup] window, select whether to configure the wireless
settings in order for the ScanSnap to be connected to a wireless LAN.
If you want to configure the wireless settings, click [Setup now] and follow the instructions on the
window that appears.
If you do not want to configure the wireless settings, click the [Later] button. When you connect
the ScanSnap to a wireless LAN later, refer to "Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN
(iX500/iX100)" (page 129).
HINT
l If there are available updates for ScanSnap Online Update on the server, you will be asked whether
you accept the license agreement terms for ScanSnap Online Update.
For details about ScanSnap Online Update, refer to the ScanSnap Online Update Help.
l To save images created from documents that you scanned with the ScanSnap to a mobile device
or a cloud service directly, you need to connect the ScanSnap to the mobile device or the
ScanSnap Cloud server.
For details, refer to "Connecting the ScanSnap to a Mobile Device or the ScanSnap Cloud Server
(iX1600 / iX1500 / iX500 / iX100)" (page 49).
Checking the Scanning Operation
1. Load a document in the ScanSnap.
Load a document face-down and head-first with the back facing you (when loading multiple
documents, the last page is on the top).
29
Setting Up iX500
For details about how to scan a document, refer to "Scanning Documents with iX500" (page
211).
2. Press the [Scan] button to start scanning.
Once the Quick Menu for selecting an application to perform a particular action appears, the check
process for the scanning operation is complete.
Clicking an icon on the Quick Menu allows you to save images created from documents that you
scanned with the ScanSnap to your desired folder, or attach them to an e-mail.
30
Setting Up iX100
12
Set up the ScanSnap so that it is ready to scan with ScanSnap Manager.
The following preparations are required before you set up the ScanSnap.
lCheck that all items are included in the package
For details, refer to "Package List for iX100" (page 35).
HINT
When Getting Started is included in the package, refer to "Package List" in Getting Started.
lRemove the tape seal (1) and tape (2) from the ScanSnap
Setting Up iX100
lConnect the ScanSnap and the computer with a USB cable, and charge the battery until the
battery indicator light turns off
ATTENTION
-Do not open the feed guide until the instructions are displayed on the window for installing
software.
-The ScanSnap can be charged with the supplied USB cable or optional USB power adapter.
For details about purchasing the USB power adapter, refer to "Suppliers of Consumables/
Optional Parts" in "About Customer Support and Maintenance" (page 514).
The procedure to set up the ScanSnap is as follows:
1. Downloading the Software
2. Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
3. Checking the Scanning Operation
31
1
2
Setting Up iX100
Downloading the Software
1. Turn on the computer and log on as a user with Administrator privileges.
2. Access the website "ScanSnap Installer".
3. Download [ScanSnap Installer] and save it on your computer.
By using the installer that you downloaded, you can install the following software programs.
lScanSnap Manager
lScanSnap Online Update
lScanSnap manual
Install software applications other than the above if needed.
For the overview for each software program, refer to "Overview of the Software Related to the
ScanSnap" (page 85).
Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
1. Run the installer that you saved on your computer.
2. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap Installer] window that appears.
When you are asked whether you accept the license agreement terms, read the confirmation
message and select [I agree to all terms and conditions].
3. When [Installation complete] appears, click the [Complete] button.
4. When the [About ScanSnap's Auto Power OFF function] window appears, read the message and
click the [Next] button.
5. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap - Connecting the ScanSnap] window to connect the
ScanSnap to a computer.
6. On the [ScanSnap wireless network setup] window, select whether to configure the wireless
settings in order for the ScanSnap to be connected to a wireless LAN.
If you want to configure the wireless settings, click [Setup now] and follow the instructions on the
window that appears.
If you do not want to configure the wireless settings, click the [Later] button. When you connect
the ScanSnap to a wireless LAN later, refer to "Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN
(iX500/iX100)" (page 129).
HINT
l If there are available updates for ScanSnap Online Update on the server, you will be asked whether
you accept the license agreement terms for ScanSnap Online Update.
For details about ScanSnap Online Update, refer to the ScanSnap Online Update Help.
32
3
Setting Up iX100
l To save images created from documents that you scanned with the ScanSnap to a mobile device
or a cloud service directly, you need to connect the ScanSnap to the mobile device or the
ScanSnap Cloud server.
For details, refer to "Connecting the ScanSnap to a Mobile Device or the ScanSnap Cloud Server
(iX1600 / iX1500 / iX500 / iX100)" (page 49).
Checking the Scanning Operation
1. Insert a document in the ScanSnap.
Insert the document straight into the feeding section of the ScanSnap, with the scanning side
facing up.
For details about how to scan a document, refer to "Scanning Documents with iX100" (page
240).
2. Press the [Scan/Stop] button to start scanning.
To continue scanning, insert the next document to be scanned. When the document is inserted,
scanning starts automatically.
When the scanning of documents is complete, press the [Scan/Stop] button to finish scanning
documents.
33
Setting Up iX100
Once the Quick Menu for selecting an application to perform a particular action appears, the check
process for the scanning operation is complete.
Clicking an icon on the Quick Menu allows you to save images created from documents that you
scanned with the ScanSnap to your desired folder, or attach them to an e-mail.
34
Package List for iX100
1234
Make sure that all items are included in the package before you set up the ScanSnap.
Items that come with the ScanSnap are as follows:
1. ScanSnap
2. USB cable
3. Welcome Guide
4. Safety Precautions
Setting Up iX100
35
Setting Up SV600
1
2
3 㹼5mm
Set up the ScanSnap so that it is ready to scan with ScanSnap Manager.
The following preparations are required before you set up the ScanSnap.
ATTENTION
Do not connect the ScanSnap to the computer before installing the software.
lCheck that all items are included in the package
For details, refer to "Package List for SV600" (page 40).
HINT
When Getting Started is included in the package, refer to "Package List" in Getting Started.
lRemove the tape (1) and tape seal (2) from the ScanSnap
Setting Up SV600
lAttach the extenders to the ScanSnap
ATTENTION
The following preparations are required before you attach the extenders.
-Wipe off dust and dirt such as oily dirt on the place where the extenders will be attached
-Peel the protective tape off the bottom of the extenders
Leaving about 3 to 5 mm of space between the extenders and the back and side of the
ScanSnap, push the extenders down until they lock in place. If the extenders are placed against
the side of the ScanSnap base or the protrusion of the extenders are placed on the ScanSnap
base, the bottom of the extenders may not stay in place firmly.
36
1
2
Setting Up SV600
The procedure to set up the ScanSnap is as follows:
1. Downloading the Software
2. Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
3. Checking the Scanning Operation
Downloading the Software
1. Turn on the computer and log on as a user with Administrator privileges.
2. Access the website "ScanSnap Installer".
3. Download [ScanSnap Installer] and save it on your computer.
By using the installer that you downloaded, you can install the following software programs.
lScanSnap Manager
lScanSnap Online Update
lScanSnap manual
Install software applications other than the above if needed.
For the overview for each software program, refer to "Overview of the Software Related to the
ScanSnap" (page 85).
Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
1. Run the installer that you saved on your computer.
2. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap Installer] window that appears.
When you are asked whether you accept the license agreement terms, read the confirmation
message and select [I agree to all terms and conditions].
3. When [Installation complete] appears, click the [Complete] button.
4. When the [About ScanSnap's Auto Power OFF function] window appears, read the message and
click the [Next] button.
5. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap - Connecting the ScanSnap] window to connect the
ScanSnap to a computer.
HINT
If there are available updates for ScanSnap Online Update on the server, you will be asked whether
you accept the license agreement terms for ScanSnap Online Update.
For details about ScanSnap Online Update, refer to the ScanSnap Online Update Help.
37
3
1
2
Setting Up SV600
Checking the Scanning Operation
1. Place the Background Pad with a document towards the ScanSnap so that they are in contact
with the ScanSnap (1) and then press the [Scan] button (2) to start a scan.
Place a document with the scanning side facing up on the Background Pad.
For details about how to scan a document, refer to "Scanning Documents with SV600" (page
270).
2. Click the [Finish Scanning] button in the [ScanSnap Manager - Image scanning and file saving]
window.
3. Select [Crop and save flat document images as-is] and then click the [Save this image] button.
38
Setting Up SV600
Once the Quick Menu for selecting an application to perform a particular action appears, the check
process for the scanning operation is complete.
Clicking an icon on the Quick Menu allows you to save images created from documents that you
scanned with the ScanSnap to your desired folder, or attach them to an e-mail.
39
12345
67
8
9
Setting Up SV600
Package List for SV600
Make sure that all items are included in the package before you set up the ScanSnap.
Items that come with the ScanSnap are as follows:
1. ScanSnap
2. USB cable
3. AC cable (*1)
4. AC adapter (*1)
5. Welcome Guide
6. Safety Precautions
7. License certificate of Kofax Power PDF Standard/Kofax Power PDF Standard for Mac, License
certificate of Nuance Power PDF Standard/Nuance Power PDF Standard for Mac, or License
certificate of Nuance Power PDF Standard/Nuance PDF Converter for Mac
8. Background Pad
9. Extenders
An AC cable which is connected to the AC adapter is called a power cable.
*1:
40
Setting Up S1300i
1
1
Set up the ScanSnap so that it is ready to scan with ScanSnap Manager.
The following preparations are required before you set up the ScanSnap.
ATTENTION
Do not connect the ScanSnap to the computer before installing the software.
lCheck that all items are included in the package
For details, refer to "Package List for S1300i" (page 44).
HINT
When Getting Started is included in the package, refer to "Package List" in Getting Started.
lRemove the tape seal (1) from the ScanSnap
Setting Up S1300i
The procedure to set up the ScanSnap is as follows:
1. Downloading the Software
2. Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
3. Checking the Scanning Operation
Downloading the Software
1. Turn on the computer and log on as a user with Administrator privileges.
2. Access the website "ScanSnap Installer".
3. Download [ScanSnap Installer] and save it on your computer.
By using the installer that you downloaded, you can install the following software programs.
lScanSnap Manager
lScanSnap Online Update
lScanSnap manual
Install software applications other than the above if needed.
For the overview for each software program, refer to "Overview of the Software Related to the
ScanSnap" (page 85).
41
2
3
Setting Up S1300i
Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
1. Run the installer that you saved on your computer.
2. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap Installer] window that appears.
When you are asked whether you accept the license agreement terms, read the confirmation
message and select [I agree to all terms and conditions].
3. When [Installation complete] appears, click the [Complete] button.
4. When the [About ScanSnap's Auto Power OFF function] window appears, read the message and
click the [Next] button.
5. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap - Connecting the ScanSnap] window to connect the
ScanSnap to a computer.
HINT
If there are available updates for ScanSnap Online Update on the server, you will be asked whether
you accept the license agreement terms for ScanSnap Online Update.
For details about ScanSnap Online Update, refer to the ScanSnap Online Update Help.
Checking the Scanning Operation
1. Load a document in the ScanSnap.
Load a document face-down and head-first with the back facing you (when loading multiple
documents, the last page is on the top).
For details about how to scan a document, refer to "Scanning Documents with S1300i" (page
298).
2. Press the [Scan] button to start scanning.
42
Setting Up S1300i
Once the Quick Menu for selecting an application to perform a particular action appears, the check
process for the scanning operation is complete.
Clicking an icon on the Quick Menu allows you to save images created from documents that you
scanned with the ScanSnap to your desired folder, or attach them to an e-mail.
43
12345
67
Setting Up S1300i
Package List for S1300i
Make sure that all items are included in the package before you set up the ScanSnap.
Items that come with the ScanSnap are as follows:
1. ScanSnap
2. USB cable
3. AC cable (*1)
4. AC adapter (*1)
5. USB bus power cable
6. Welcome Guide
7. Safety Precautions
*1:
An AC cable which is connected to the AC adapter is called a power cable.
44
Setting Up S1100i
12
1
Set up the ScanSnap so that it is ready to scan with ScanSnap Manager.
The following preparations are required before you set up the ScanSnap.
lCheck that all items are included in the package
For details, refer to "Package List for S1100i" (page 48).
HINT
When Getting Started is included in the package, refer to "Package List" in Getting Started.
lRemove the tape seal (1) and tape (2) from the ScanSnap
Setting Up S1100i
The procedure to set up the ScanSnap is as follows:
1. Downloading the Software
2. Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
3. Checking the Scanning Operation
Downloading the Software
1. Turn on the computer and log on as a user with Administrator privileges.
2. Access the website "ScanSnap Installer".
3. Download [ScanSnap Installer] and save it on your computer.
By using the installer that you downloaded, you can install the following software programs.
lScanSnap Manager
lScanSnap Online Update
lScanSnap manual
Install software applications other than the above if needed.
For the overview for each software program, refer to "Overview of the Software Related to the
ScanSnap" (page 85).
45
2
3
Setting Up S1100i
Installing the Software/Connecting the ScanSnap
1. Run the installer that you saved on your computer.
2. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap Installer] window that appears.
When you are asked whether you accept the license agreement terms, read the confirmation
message and select [I agree to all terms and conditions].
3. When [Installation complete] appears, click the [Complete] button.
4. Follow the instructions on the [ScanSnap - Connecting the ScanSnap] window to connect the
ScanSnap to a computer.
HINT
If there are available updates for ScanSnap Online Update on the server, you will be asked whether
you accept the license agreement terms for ScanSnap Online Update.
For details about ScanSnap Online Update, refer to the ScanSnap Online Update Help.
Checking the Scanning Operation
1. Insert a document in the ScanSnap.
Insert a document straight into the feeding section of the ScanSnap, with the scanning side
facing up.
For details about how to scan a document, refer to "Scanning Documents with S1100i" (page
315).
2. Press the [Scan/Stop] button to start scanning.
To continue scanning, insert the next document to be scanned. When the document is inserted,
scanning starts automatically.
When the scanning of documents is complete, press the [Scan/Stop] button to finish scanning
documents.
46
Setting Up S1100i
Once the Quick Menu for selecting an application to perform a particular action appears, the check
process for the scanning operation is complete.
Clicking an icon on the Quick Menu allows you to save images created from documents that you
scanned with the ScanSnap to your desired folder, or attach them to an e-mail.
47
1234
Setting Up S1100i
Package List for S1100i
Make sure that all items are included in the package before you set up the ScanSnap.
Items that come with the ScanSnap are as follows:
1. ScanSnap
2. USB cable
3. Welcome Guide
4. Safety Precautions
48
Connecting the ScanSnap to a Mobile Device or the ScanSnap Cloud Server (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX500 / iX100)
Connecting the ScanSnap to a Mobile Device or the
ScanSnap Cloud Server (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX500 /
iX100)
Connecting the ScanSnap to a mobile device or the ScanSnap Cloud server allows you to save
scanned images to the mobile device or a cloud server directly.
The ScanSnap Cloud server is a cloud server used exclusively with the ScanSnap.
Preparation for Connecting the ScanSnap to a Mobile Device
Use ScanSnap Connect Application in order to connect the ScanSnap to a mobile device and save
images created from documents that you scanned with the ScanSnap to a mobile device directly.
Prepare according to the following procedures:
ATTENTION
To connect the ScanSnap and a mobile device, you need to connect the ScanSnap and the mobile
device to the same wireless access point.
For details about how to connect the ScanSnap to a wireless access point, refer to the following:
l iX1600/iX1500
"Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN (iX1600 / iX1500)" (page 115)
l iX500/iX100
"Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN (iX500/iX100)" (page 129)
1. Install ScanSnap Connect Application on the mobile device.
Obtain ScanSnap Connect Application from one of the following application stores in accordance
with your mobile device:
lApp Store
lGoogle Play
lAmazon Appstore
2. Start up ScanSnap Connect Application.
Perform operations while following the instructions.
For details about how to operate ScanSnap Connect Application, refer to the Basic Operation Guide
(Mobile Connection).
To display the Basic Operation Guide (Mobile Connection), start up ScanSnap Connect Application
on your mobile device, tap the [
screen.
] button (iOS)/ (Android) → the [Help] button in the [File List]
Preparation for Connecting the ScanSnap to the ScanSnap Cloud
Server
Use the ScanSnap Cloud application in order to connect the ScanSnap to the ScanSnap Cloud
server and save images created from documents that you scanned with the ScanSnap to a cloud
service directly.
For details about how to set up and operate ScanSnap Cloud, refer to the ScanSnap Cloud Help.
49
Connecting the ScanSnap to a Mobile Device or the ScanSnap Cloud Server (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX500 / iX100)
For regions where ScanSnap Cloud can be used, refer to here.
50
ScanSnap Overview
ScanSnap Overview
This section provides an overview that you should be aware of before operating ScanSnap.
l"What You Can Do with the ScanSnap" (page 52)
l"Parts and Functions" (page 68)
l"Charging the Battery (iX100)" (page 83)
l"Overview of the Software Related to the ScanSnap" (page 85)
l"ScanSnap Manager Icon" (page 86)
l"Right-Click Menu" (page 87)
l"ScanSnap Setup Window" (page 89)
l"Turning the ScanSnap On or Off" (page 91)
l"Screens and Operations on the Touch Panel (iX1600 / iX1500)" (page 103)
l"What You Can Do with iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400" (page 53)
l"What You Can Do with iX500" (page 56)
l"What You Can Do with iX100" (page 58)
l"What You Can Do with SV600" (page 61)
l"What You Can Do with S1300i" (page 64)
l"What You Can Do with S1100i" (page 65)
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
52
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
What You Can Do with iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
Scanning Multiple Documents
A document stack with a thickness of 5 mm (0.2 in.) or less (for A4 or smaller sizes: up to 50 sheets
with 80 g/m2 [20 lb] paper weight) can be loaded into the ScanSnap for scanning.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400)" (page 185).
Example: iX1600
Scanning Small Size Documents such as Receipts in One Go
If the Receipt Guide is attached to the ScanSnap, a batch of small size documents such as receipts
can be loaded and scanned in the ScanSnap at the same.
For details, refer to "Scanning Small Size Documents such as Receipts in One Go (iX1600 / iX1500 /
iX1400)" (page 199).
Example: iX1600
53
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
Scanning Documents That Cannot Be Loaded Directly in the
ScanSnap
You can use the optional Carrier Sheet to scan the following documents.
lDocuments that are larger than A4/Letter size and not larger than A3 size
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Larger Than A4 or Letter Size (iX1600 / iX1500 /
iX1400)" (page 203).
Example: iX1600
lDocuments that can be damaged quite easily such as photographs, or non-standard size
documents such as clippings
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Such as Photographs and Clippings (iX1600 /
iX1500 / iX1400)" (page 207).
Example: iX1600
Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN
For iX1600/iX1500, you can connect the ScanSnap and a computer or mobile device via wireless
LAN.
To configure the wireless settings for the ScanSnap, use the ScanSnap Wireless Setup Tool, which
is installed together with ScanSnap Manager, or use the touch panel of the ScanSnap.
54
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
For details, refer to "Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN (iX1600 / iX1500)" (page 115).
55
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
What You Can Do with iX500
Scanning Multiple Documents
A document stack with a thickness of 5 mm (0.2 in.) or less (for A4 or smaller sizes: up to 50 sheets
with 80 g/m2 [20 lb] paper weight) can be loaded into the ScanSnap for scanning.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents (iX500)" (page 216).
Scanning Documents That Cannot Be Loaded Directly in the
ScanSnap
You can use the optional Carrier Sheet to scan the following documents.
lDocuments that are larger than A4/Letter size and not larger than A3 size
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Larger Than A4 or Letter Size (iX500)" (page 232).
lDocuments that can be damaged quite easily such as photographs, or non-standard size
documents such as clippings
56
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Such as Photographs and Clippings (iX500)" (page
236).
Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN
You can connect the ScanSnap and a computer or mobile device via wireless LAN.
To configure the wireless settings for the ScanSnap, use the ScanSnap Wireless Setup Tool, which
is installed together with ScanSnap Manager.
For details, refer to "Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN (iX500/iX100)" (page 129).
57
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
What You Can Do with iX100
Scanning Multiple Documents Continuously
When you scan multiple documents with the ScanSnap, you can scan one or two document at a
time. To scan two documents at a time, you can insert two documents at a time or you can insert the
next document while another document is being scanned.
lScanning one document at a time
After scanning a document is completed, when you insert the next document in the ScanSnap,
the next scan is started automatically.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents (iX100)" (page 245).
lScanning documents by inserting two documents at a time or by inserting the next document
while the current document is being scanned (dual scan)
When scanning small size documents such as business cards and postcards, you can insert two
documents at a time in the ScanSnap. Alternatively, you can insert the next document while
another document is being scanned. In either method, you can scan up to 20 documents
continuously in a single scanning operation.
These scanning methods are referred to as dual scans.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents by Inserting Two Documents at a Time or by Inserting
the Next Document While the Current Document Is Being Scanned (iX100)" (page 250).
Scanning Documents Larger Than A4 or Letter Size by Directly
Inserting Them in the ScanSnap
By folding an A3, B4, or Double Letter size document in half and scanning each side continuously,
the scanned images of both sides can be automatically merged into a single image.
58
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
Scanned images can be merged only when there is text, diagram, or a table on the fold line of the
folded document.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Larger Than A4 or Letter Size by Directly Inserting Them
in the ScanSnap (iX100)" (page 257).
Scanning Documents That Cannot Be Loaded Directly in the
ScanSnap
You can use the optional Carrier Sheet to scan the following documents.
lDocuments that are larger than A4/Letter size and not larger than A3 size
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Larger than A4 or Letter Size with the Carrier Sheet
(iX100)" (page 261).
lDocuments that can be damaged quite easily such as photographs, or non-standard size
documents such as clippings
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Such as Photographs and Clippings (iX100)" (page
266).
59
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN
You can connect the ScanSnap and a computer or mobile device via wireless LAN.
To connect them, you can use either the Access Point Connect mode in which a wireless access
point is used for connection or the Direct Connect mode in which a computer or mobile device is
directly connected to the ScanSnap. Select a suitable connection mode depending on whether there
is wireless LAN in a place where you use the ScanSnap or not.
To configure the wireless settings for the ScanSnap, use the ScanSnap Wireless Setup Tool, which
is installed together with ScanSnap Manager.
For details, refer to "Connecting the ScanSnap via Wireless LAN (iX500/iX100)" (page 129).
lAccess Point Connect mode
lDirect Connect mode
60
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
What You Can Do with SV600
The ScanSnap model that performs overhead scanning has a scanning unit that does not touch
documents. The following scanning operations can be performed with this model:
lA book or booklet that is up to A3 in size can be scanned without cutting pages out.
lMultiple documents such as business cards or other types of cards can be scanned at once.
The scanned images created by scanning documents are corrected automatically.
lWhen a booklet-like document is scanned
The page distortion is corrected automatically.
lWhen multiple documents are scanned at once
The scanned images are cropped into separate images for respective documents.
In addition, continuous scanning can be started automatically and scanned images can be corrected
after documents are scanned.
Page Turning Detection
When a page is turned, the ScanSnap automatically starts continuous scanning.
This is useful for scanning multiple pages of a book or booklet-like document.
For details, refer to "Scanning Books Using Page Turning Detection (SV600)" (page 290).
61
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
Timed Mode
The ScanSnap automatically starts scanning after the specified time period passes.
This is useful also for scanning multiple documents (of any type) consecutively.
There are two types of settings for timed mode:
lSetting the time period before the ScanSnap starts scanning a document after the [Scan] button
is pressed
lSetting the time period for the ScanSnap to start the next scan when a document is scanned
continuously
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Using Timed Mode (SV600)" (page 294).
Correcting Scanned Images
After the documents are scanned with the ScanSnap, the scanned images can be corrected.
The following functions are available:
When a document is scanned
l"Filling in Fingers Captured in a Scanned Image (When a Document Is Scanned)(SV600)"
(page 385)
When a book is scanned
l"Correcting Distorted Book Images (SV600)" (page 390)
62
1
2
1
2
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
l"Splitting a Double-Page Spread Image into Two Page Images (SV600)" (page 395)
"Filling in Fingers Captured in a Scanned Image (When a Book Is Scanned)(SV600)" (page
l
398)
When multiple documents are scanned at once
l"Correcting the Scanned Image Orientation (SV600)" (page 402)
l"Modifying the Crop Area (SV600)" (page 405)
l"Adding the Necessary Scanned Images (SV600)" (page 407)
Scanning Documents with Two ScanSnaps Connected to a Computer
You can use SV600 and another ScanSnap connected to a computer.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents with Two ScanSnaps Connected to a Computer (SV600)"
(page 297).
63
USB Cable
USB Bus
Power Cable
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
What You Can Do with S1300i
Scanning Multiple Documents
A document stack with a thickness of 1 mm (0.04 in.) or less (for A4 or smaller sizes: up to 10 sheets
with 80 g/m2 [20 lb] paper weight) can be loaded into the ScanSnap for scanning.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents (S1300i)" (page 301).
Using the USB Bus-Powered Drive that Does Not Require Any Power
Supply
You can use the ScanSnap in an environment where no power supply is available, such as outside
or on a business trip, by connecting the ScanSnap to a USB port on a computer.
64
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
What You Can Do with S1100i
Scanning Multiple Documents Continuously
When you scan multiple documents with the ScanSnap, you can scan one or two document at a
time. To scan two documents at a time, you can insert two documents at a time or you can insert the
next document while another document is being scanned.
lScanning one document at a time
After scanning a document is completed, when you insert the next document in the ScanSnap,
the next scan is started automatically.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents (S1100i)" (page 320).
lScanning documents by inserting two documents at a time or by inserting the next document
while the current document is being scanned (dual scan)
When scanning small size documents such as business cards and postcards, you can insert two
documents at a time in the ScanSnap. Alternatively, you can insert the next document while
another document is being scanned. In either method, you can scan up to 20 documents
continuously in a single scanning operation.
These scanning methods are referred to as dual scans.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents by Inserting Two Documents at a Time or by Inserting
the Next Document While the Current Document Is Being Scanned (S1100i)" (page 325).
Scanning Documents Larger Than A4 or Letter Size by Directly
Inserting Them in the ScanSnap
By folding an A3, B4, or Double Letter size document in half and scanning each side continuously,
the scanned images of both sides can be automatically merged into a single image.
65
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
Scanned images can be merged only when there is text, diagram, or a table on the fold line of the
folded document.
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Larger Than A4 or Letter Size by Directly Inserting It in
the ScanSnap (S1100i)" (page 332).
Scanning Documents That Cannot Be Loaded Directly in the
ScanSnap
You can use the optional Carrier Sheet to scan the following documents.
lDocuments that are larger than A4/Letter size and not larger than A3 size
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Larger than A4 or Letter Size with the Carrier Sheet
(S1100i)" (page 336).
lDocuments that can be damaged quite easily such as photographs, or non-standard size
documents such as clippings
For details, refer to "Scanning Documents Such as Photographs and Clippings (S1100i)" (page
341).
66
What You Can Do with the ScanSnap
67
Parts and Functions
l"Parts and Functions of iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400" (page 69)
l"Parts and Functions of iX500" (page 71)
l"Parts and Functions of iX100" (page 73)
l"Parts and Functions of SV600" (page 76)
l"Parts and Functions of S1300i" (page 79)
l"Parts and Functions of S1100i" (page 81)
Parts and Functions
68
Parts and Functions of iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400
1
3
2
5
4
8
7
9
6
iX1600 / iX1500iX1400
This section explains the names and functions of the ScanSnap parts.
Front
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
1ADF paper chute (cover) (*1)Open it to use the ScanSnap.
2ADF top sectionOpen it to remove jammed documents, replace the Roller Set, or
3ExtensionPull out when scanning long documents.
4Side guideAdjust to the width of documents to prevent them from getting
5ADF release tabPull this tab to open the ADF top section.
6Touch panel (*1)Used to display the connection status of the ScanSnap, start
Opening it turns on the ScanSnap. Then, you can load a document
on it.
clean the inside of the ScanSnap.
skewed.
scanning documents, or change the settings of the ScanSnap.
69
10
11
12
13
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
7[Scan] button (*1)Starts scanning. Can be pressed even when the stacker is closed.
Indicates the status of the ScanSnap as follows:
Blue (lit): Ready
Blue (flashing): Scanning
Orange (flashing): Error
8StackerPull it out to use it.
Stacks up the ejected documents.
9Receipt GuideAttach it to the ADF paper chute (cover) for it to be used.
If you use the Receipt Guide, you can place documents with different
widths such as receipts in it to scan them at the same time.
*1: When the ScanSnap has turned off automatically because of the automatic power off function,
perform the following to turn the ScanSnap back on.
liX1600/iX1500
Press the touch panel, or close the ADF paper chute (cover) and open it again
liX1400
Press the [Scan] button (this will not start scanning), or close the ADF paper chute (cover)
and open it again
For details, refer to "Automatic Power OFF (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400 / iX500 / iX100 / SV600 /
S1300i)" (page 100).
Back
No.NameDescription
10USB connectorSlide the cover of the USB connector up to open it and then connect
the USB cable to the USB connector.
The cover of the USB connector slides up either one or two levels.
Open the cover according to the type of the USB cable you have.
l First level: USB 2.0 cable
l Second level: USB 3.0 cable
11Power connectorUsed to connect a power cable.
12Security cable slotUsed to connect an anti-theft security cable (commercially available).
13Ventilation portHoles for ventilating hot air from inside the ScanSnap.
70
Parts and Functions of iX500
3
1
2
5
4
6
7
8
This section explains the names and functions of the ScanSnap parts.
Front
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
1ADF paper chute (cover) (*1)Open it to use the ScanSnap.
Opening it turns on the ScanSnap. Then, you can load a document
on it.
2ADF top sectionOpen it to remove jammed documents, replace the Roller Set, or
clean the inside of the ScanSnap.
3ExtensionPull out when scanning long documents.
4Side guideAdjust to the width of documents to prevent them from getting
skewed.
5ADF release tabPull this tab to open the ADF top section.
71
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
6[Scan] button (*1)Starts scanning. Can be pressed even when the stacker is closed.
Indicates the status of the ScanSnap as follows:
Blue (lit): Ready
Blue (flashing): Scanning
Orange (flashing): Error
7Wi-Fi indicatorIndicates the connection status between the ScanSnap and your
wireless access point as follows:
Blue (lit): Ready
Blue (flashing): Standby
Orange (lit): Not Connectable
Orange (flashing): Not Connectable (WPS error)
8StackerOpen to use the stacker.
Stacks up the ejected documents.
*1: When the ScanSnap has turned off automatically because of the automatic power off function,
either press the [Scan] button (this will not start scanning), or close the ADF paper chute (cover),
then open it again to turn the ScanSnap back on.
For details, refer to "Automatic Power OFF (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400 / iX500 / iX100 / SV600 /
S1300i)" (page 100).
Back
No.NameDescription
9Tape sealRemove this tape seal after installing the software.
10Security cable slotUsed to connect an anti-theft security cable (commercially available).
11Power connectorUsed to connect a power cable.
12USB connectorUsed to connect a USB cable.
13Ventilation portHoles for ventilating hot air from inside the ScanSnap.
14WPS buttonPress this button to connect to a WPS compatible wireless access
15Wi-Fi switchTurn this switch on to connect the ScanSnap to a wireless LAN.
point by using the push button method.
72
Parts and Functions of iX100
3
1
2
4
7
6
5
This section explains the names and functions of the ScanSnap parts.
Front
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
1Feed guide (*1)Open it to use the ScanSnap.
Opening it turns on the ScanSnap. Then, you can place a document
on it to insert the document.
73
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
2Output guideOpen it to eject documents from the front of the ScanSnap.
Select an ejection method depending on the document type you are
scanning.
For details about documents that can be scanned with the
ScanSnap, refer to "Documents to Scan (iX100)" (page 241).
l When the output guide is closed
l When the output guide is open
3Top coverOpen it to remove jammed documents or clean the inside of the
ScanSnap.
For details about how to clean the inside of the ScanSnap, refer to
"Cleaning the Inside of iX100" (page 450).
4[Scan/Stop] button (*1)Press this button to start or finish scanning.
Indicates the status of the ScanSnap as follows:
Blue (lit): Ready
Blue (flashing): Scanning
Orange (flashing): Error
5Battery indicatorIndicates the remaining battery power and battery charging status.
When the ScanSnap is turned on
Blue (lit): Fully charged
Orange (lit): Charging
Orange (flashing): Low battery
When the ScanSnap is turned off
Orange (lit): Charging
6Wi-Fi indicatorIndicates the status of the ScanSnap connected via wireless LAN as
follows:
Blue (lit): Connected (Access Point Connect mode)
Blue (flashing): Standby
Green (lit): Connected (Direct Connect mode)
Orange (lit): Not Connectable or waiting for connection in Direct
Connect mode
Orange (flashing): Not Connectable (WPS error)
7Feeding sectionInsert the document here to load.
*1: When the ScanSnap has turned off automatically because of the automatic power off function,
either press the [Scan/Stop] button (this will not start scanning), or close the feed guide, then
open it again to turn the ScanSnap back on.
For details, refer to "Automatic Power OFF (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400 / iX500 / iX100 / SV600 /
S1300i)" (page 100).
74
Side
8
9
10
11
No.NameDescription
8Tape sealRemove this tape seal after installing the software.
9USB connectorUsed to connect a USB cable.
Parts and Functions
Back
No.NameDescription
10WPS buttonPress this button to connect to a WPS compatible device by using
the push button method.
11Wi-Fi switchTurn this switch on to connect the ScanSnap via wireless LAN.
75
Parts and Functions of SV600
2
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
This section explains the names and functions of the ScanSnap parts.
Front
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
1Head-
2Neck-
3[Scan] button (*1)
4[Stop] button (*1)
5Base-
6Power LEDIndicates the status of the ScanSnap as follows:
7White sheetUsed to determine the starting position for scanning documents and
8Centering markWhen placing a book or standard size document, align the center of
*1: If the ScanSnap has turned off automatically because of the automatic power off function, press
l Turns on the ScanSnap.
l Starts scanning.
l Turns the ScanSnap on or off.
l Stops scanning.
Blue (lit): Ready
Blue (flashing): Scanning
Orange (flashing): Error
is also the standard color reference for the color of documents when
documents are scanned.
the document with the centering mark.
the [Scan] or [Stop] button to turn the ScanSnap back on. (Pressing the [Scan] button does not
start scanning.)
76
9
10
11
Parts and Functions
For details, refer to "Automatic Power OFF (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400 / iX500 / iX100 / SV600 /
S1300i)" (page 100).
ATTENTION
When carrying the ScanSnap, hold its base and neck. Do not carry the scanner by the head.
Back
No.NameDescription
9Security cable slotUsed to connect an anti-theft security cable (commercially available).
10USB connectorUsed to connect a USB cable.
11Power connectorUsed to connect the AC cable.
Scanning Unit
Operates when documents are scanned.
77
12
13
14
15
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
12CameraDetects page turning and glossy papers.
13Infrared LEDIrradiates the scan area with infrared to detect page turning and
glossy papers.
14GlassProtects the lens used to scan a document.
15LampIlluminates the document to be scanned.
78
Parts and Functions of S1300i
3
1
2
5
4
6
This section explains the names and functions of the ScanSnap parts.
Front
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
1ADF paper chute (cover) (*1)Open it to use the ScanSnap.
Opening it turns on the ScanSnap. Then, you can load a document
on it.
2ADF top sectionOpen it to remove jammed documents, replace the Roller Set, or
clean the inside of the ScanSnap.
3ExtensionPull out when scanning long documents.
4Side guideAdjust to the width of documents to prevent them from getting
skewed.
5ADF release tabPull this tab to open the ADF top section.
6[Scan] button (*1)Starts scanning.
Indicates the status of the ScanSnap as follows:
Blue (lit): Ready
Blue (flashing): Scanning
Orange (flashing): Error
*1: When the ScanSnap has turned off automatically because of the automatic power off function,
either press the [Scan] button (this will not start scanning), or close the ADF paper chute (cover),
then open it again to turn the ScanSnap back on.
79
7
8
9
10
Parts and Functions
For details, refer to "Automatic Power OFF (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400 / iX500 / iX100 / SV600 /
S1300i)" (page 100).
Back
No.NameDescription
7Tape sealRemove this tape seal after installing the software.
8Security cable slotUsed to connect an anti-theft security cable (commercially available).
9Power connectorUsed to connect a power cable.
10USB connectorUsed to connect a USB cable.
80
Parts and Functions of S1100i
3
1
2
4
5
This section explains the names and functions of the ScanSnap parts.
Front
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
1Feed guideOpen it to use the ScanSnap.
Opening it turns on the ScanSnap. Then, you can place a document
on it to insert the document.
2Output guideOpen it to eject documents from the front of the ScanSnap.
Select an ejection method depending on the document type you are
scanning.
For details about documents that can be scanned with the
ScanSnap, refer to "Documents to Scan (S1100i)" (page 316).
l When the output guide is closed
l When the output guide is open
81
6
7
Parts and Functions
No.NameDescription
3Top coverOpen it to remove jammed documents or clean the inside of the
ScanSnap.
For details about how to clean the inside of the ScanSnap, refer to
"Cleaning the Inside of S1100i" (page 462).
4[Scan/Stop] buttonPress this button to start or finish scanning.
Indicates the status of the ScanSnap as follows:
Blue (lit): Ready
Blue (flashing): Scanning
Orange (flashing): Error
5Feeding sectionInsert the document here to load.
Side
No.NameDescription
6Tape sealRemove this tape seal after installing the software.
7USB connectorUsed to connect a USB cable.
82
Charging the Battery (iX100)
Charging the Battery (iX100)
The battery of the ScanSnap can be charged by connecting the ScanSnap and the computer with
the supplied USB cable.
Charge the ScanSnap's battery in the following procedure.
ATTENTION
l The ScanSnap is powered and charged through a USB port on a computer. Use the USB port that
provides a power supply of 500 mA to charge the battery.
l Use the supplied USB cable or the optional USB power adapter to charge the battery.
l Charge the battery in proper air temperature conditions (5 to 35 degrees C/41 to 95 degrees F).
l Do not charge the battery in the following cases:
-The shape of the USB cable plug was once deformed.
-The USB cable is damaged.
-Foreign objects get on the plugs of the USB cable and the USB connector which is on the
ScanSnap.
l Do not charge the battery in the following environments:
-Places which are subject to high humidity, dust, or vibration
-Places near conventional phones, televisions, or radios
l Check that the ScanSnap does not get wet before charging.
l The battery can be charged while the ScanSnap is being used. Although the following symptoms
may occur during a charge, it does not affect the ScanSnap in any way.
-It takes time until charging completes.
-The remaining battery power is reduced and charging is not completed.
-The ScanSnap is automatically turned off during a scan.
l The battery reaches the end of its life after 300 to 500 times of charges and discharges. The battery
life varies depending on the conditions that the ScanSnap is used in
l The battery naturally discharges over time even if it is not used.
l When you use the ScanSnap in low temperatures, the charged battery may run out quickly.
1.Connect the USB cable to the USB connector on the ScanSnap and the USB
port on the computer.
83
Charging the Battery (iX100)
a The battery indicator lights up in orange.
When charging completes, the battery indicator turns off.
HINT
You can use the optional USB power adapter to charge the battery in a shorter time.
84
Overview of the Software Related to the ScanSnap
Overview of the Software Related to the ScanSnap
This section gives an overview of each bundled software and their functions. You can edit, manage,
and arrange the scanned image by using the following software:
ScanSnap Manager
This scanner driver is required to scan documents with the ScanSnap. Scanned images can be
saved as PDF or JPEG files to a computer.
You need to have ScanSnap Connect Application installed on your mobile device to save PDF or
JPEG files to your mobile device.
You can download ScanSnap Connect Application for your mobile device from its application
market.
ScanSnap Home
You can manage a scanned image together with meta information (such as character strings that
are recognized by the text recognition function and the date when you scan a document) as a
content data record by selecting this application from ScanSnap Manager after scanning
documents with the ScanSnap.
Also, files other than the images created by scanning documents with the ScanSnap can be
imported into ScanSnap Home as the content data records.
Download ScanSnap Home from here, and then install it.
ScanSnap Organizer
You can use this application to display image data (PDF or JPEG files) without opening them,
create folders and arrange files as you like.
CardMinder
You can use this application to efficiently digitalize a large number of business cards.
Text recognition can be performed on business cards and you can create a database to facilitate
card data management and searches. Data in the database can be printed and linked with various
applications.
ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap
This application can perform text recognition on the scanned images using OCR (Optical
Character Recognition) to convert the image data to Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files that can be
edited.
ScanSnap Online Update
This application checks whether the latest updates or software programs are available on the
download server. When the latest updates or software programs are available, you can
automatically apply updates or download and install the software programs manually.
Kofax Power PDF Standard or Nuance Power PDF Standard
This is a application for creating, editing, managing, and utilizing PDF format electronic
documents.
For details about the installation and activation methods of Kofax Power PDF Standard or Nuance
Power PDF Standard, refer to the following:
When ScanSnap Manager is running, the ScanSnap Manager icon is displayed in the notification
area. The notification area is located at the far right of the taskbar.
The ScanSnap Manager icon indicates whether or not ScanSnap Manager is successfully
communicating with the ScanSnap. The appearance of the icon changes according to the
communication status as shown below.
In regard to iX1600, iX1500, iX500, or iX100, for convenience purposes, the icons that mostly
appear in this manual are the ones when the ScanSnap is connected to a computer with a USB
cable.
Communication StatusScanSnap Manager Icon
Communicating
iX1600/iX1500/iX500/iX100
When the ScanSnap is connected to a computer via wireless LAN,
the following icon is displayed.
Not communicating
iX1600/iX1500
When the touch panel is being used or ScanSnap is used from
another application, the following icon is displayed.
iX500/iX100
When the ScanSnap is connected to a mobile device via wireless
LAN, the following icon is displayed.
HINT
Turn the ScanSnap on to begin communication between ScanSnap Manager and the ScanSnap. For
details about how to turn on the ScanSnap, refer to "Turning the ScanSnap On" (page 92).
You can display the menu for scanning documents and ScanSnap Manager settings from the
ScanSnap Manager icon.
lRight-clicking
Displays the "Right-Click Menu" (page 87).
lLeft-clicking
Displays the Left-Click Menu.
For details, refer to the Advanced Operation Guide.
86
Right-Click Menu
Right-Click Menu
This menu appears when you right-click the ScanSnap Manager icon in the notification area
located at the far right of the taskbar.
By using the Right-Click Menu, you can start scanning documents and can display a window in order
to change the scan settings or preferences for ScanSnap and ScanSnap Manager.
For details, refer to the ScanSnap Manager Help.
Example: Right-Click Menu for iX1600
HINT
When SV600 and either iX1600, iX1500, iX1400, iX500, iX100, S1300i, or S1100i are connected to a
computer, the Right-Click Menu displays items relevant to each of the connected ScanSnap models.
For details, refer to the ScanSnap Manager Help.
87
Example: When SV600 and iX1600 are connected to a computer
Right-Click Menu
88
Profile Buttons
Detail Setting Tabs
ScanSnap Setup Window
ScanSnap Setup Window
When you right-click the ScanSnap Manager icon in the notification area located at the far right
of the taskbar, and select [Scan Button Settings] from the "Right-Click Menu" (page 87), the
following ScanSnap setup window appears.
In the ScanSnap setup window, you can use the [Use Quick Menu] checkbox to specify whether or
not to use the Quick Menu. You can also use the profile buttons and detail setting tabs to specify
scan settings according to your scanning needs.
For details, refer to the ScanSnap Manager Help.
Example: ScanSnap setup window for iX1600
HINT
For SV600, when SV600 and either iX1600, iX1500, iX1400, iX500, iX100, S1300i, or S1100i are
connected to a computer, you can change the scan settings for each of the ScanSnap models that are
connected by selecting the model name from [Scanner] on the ScanSnap setup window.
89
ScanSnap Setup Window
90
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
This section explains how to turn the ScanSnap on or off.
l"Turning the ScanSnap On" (page 92)
l"Turning the ScanSnap Off" (page 96)
l"Startup Mode (iX1600 / iX1500)" (page 98)
l"Sleep Mode" (page 99)
l"Automatic Power OFF (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400 / iX500 / iX100 / SV600 / S1300i)" (page 100)
l"Checking the Remaining Battery Power (iX100)" (page 102)
91
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
Turning the ScanSnap On
1.Turn on the computer.
HINT
For iX1600/iX1500/iX500/iX100, if you connect the ScanSnap and a mobile device via a wireless
LAN and then scan a document, you do not have to turn on the computer.
a The computer starts up and the ScanSnap Manager icon appears in the notification
area located at the far right of the taskbar.
HINT
l If the ScanSnap Manager icon
Manager. Start ScanSnap Manager in the following procedure.
-Windows 10
Select [Start] menu → [ScanSnap Manager] → [ScanSnap Manager].
l If ScanSnap Manager does not automatically start when you log on to your computer, change
the setting in the following procedure:
1. Right-click the ScanSnap Manager icon in the notification area and select
[Preferences] from the "Right-Click Menu" (page 87).
a The [ScanSnap Manager - Preferences] window appears.
2. In the [Auto Startup] list, select the [Start up ScanSnap Manager when you log on]
checkbox.
on the lower left side of the Start screen, and select [ScanSnap Manager] under
2.Turns on the ScanSnap.
is not displayed in the notification area, start ScanSnap
iX1600/iX1500
Open the ADF paper chute (cover) of the ScanSnap.
92
a The touch panel is activated.
iX1400
Open the ADF paper chute (cover) of the ScanSnap.
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
a The [Scan] button flashes in blue. The button returns to being lit normally when document
scanning is enabled.
iX500/S1300i
Open the ADF paper chute (cover) of the ScanSnap.
Example: iX500
a The [Scan] button flashes in blue. The button returns to being lit normally when document
scanning is enabled.
iX100/S1100i
Open the feed guide of the ScanSnap.
93
[Scan] Button
[Stop] Button
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
Example: iX100
a The [Scan/Stop] button flashes in blue. The button returns to being lit normally when
document scanning is enabled.
Press the [Scan] or [Stop] button on the ScanSnap.
ATTENTION
When turning the power on, do not cover the white sheet with a hand.
a The [Scan] button lights up in blue.
When the ScanSnap is turned on, the ScanSnap Manager icon in the notification area changes
from
to .
ATTENTION
For iX1600/iX1500/iX1400/iX500/iX100/S1300i/S1100i, with some computers, the initialization of
the ScanSnap may be performed several times when the computer is started up depending on
some computers.
HINT
l It may take more time for the ScanSnap Manager icon in the notification area to change to
depending on computer performance, operating environment, or loading, for example,
when many software programs are running at the same time.
l When the ScanSnap is turned on, a notification informs you of the ScanSnap's
communication status.
To disable notifications of the ScanSnap's communication status, change the setting in the
following procedure:
1. Right-click the ScanSnap Manager icon in the notification area and select
[Preferences] from the "Right-Click Menu" (page 87).
a The [ScanSnap Manager - Preferences] window appears.
94
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
2. Clear the [Notify of the communication status] checkbox in the [Status Display] list.
95
Turning the ScanSnap Off
1.Turn off the ScanSnap.
iX1600/iX1500/iX1400
Close the ADF paper chute (cover) of the ScanSnap.
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
iX500/S1300i
Close the ADF paper chute (cover) of the ScanSnap.
Example: iX500
a The [Scan] button turns off.
iX100/S1100i
Close the feed guide of the ScanSnap.
Example: iX100
a The [Scan/Stop] button turns off.
SV600
Press the [Stop] button on the ScanSnap for three seconds or longer.
96
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
a The power LED turns off.
The ScanSnap is turned off and the ScanSnap Manager icon in the notification area changes
from to .
ATTENTION
l For iX1600/iX1500/iX1400/iX500/S1300i, close the ADF paper chute (cover) after putting the
extension back.
l If moving the ScanSnap, first turn the power off and remove all cables.
l For iX1600/iX1500/iX1400/iX500/S1300i, the bottom part of the ScanSnap may become hot
when the ScanSnap is being used but this does not affect ScanSnap operation or cause any
physical harm. Be careful not to drop the ScanSnap when carrying it.
HINT
l For iX1600/iX1500, the ScanSnap is turned on/off in conjunction with the computer's power if
[Wi-Fi off] is selected for [Wi-Fi connect mode] in the [Wi-Fi settings] screen on the touch
panel and if the ADF paper chute (cover) is open. If you keep the ScanSnap connected to the
computer, you do not have to worry about turning the power ON/OFF.
For details about how to select [Wi-Fi off] for [Wi-Fi connect mode], refer to "Turning Off the
Wireless LAN Connection (iX1600 / iX1500)" (page 160).
l For iX500/iX100, if the Wi-Fi switch is off, the power of the ScanSnap and the computer is
used to operate both devices. If you keep the ScanSnap connected to the computer, you do
not have to worry about turning the power ON/OFF.
l For iX1400/S1300i/S1100i, the power of the ScanSnap is linked with the power of the
computer to which the ScanSnap is connected. If you keep the ScanSnap connected to the
computer, you do not have to worry about turning the power ON/OFF.
l For SV600 , when the computer is turned off, the ScanSnap is also turned off.
l For iX1400/iX500/iX100/S1300i/S1100i, it may take 2 to 3 minutes until the light of the [Scan]
button goes out after the computer is turned off depending on some computers.
l When the ScanSnap is turned off, a notification informs you of the ScanSnap's
communication status.
To disable notifications of the ScanSnap's communication status, change the setting in the
following procedure:
1. Right-click the ScanSnap Manager icon in the notification area and select
[Preferences] from the "Right-Click Menu" (page 87).
a The [ScanSnap Manager - Preferences] window appears.
2. Clear the [Notify of the communication status] checkbox in the [Status Display] list.
97
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
Startup Mode (iX1600 / iX1500)
The action that the ScanSnap takes when the ADF paper chute (cover) is opened and the ScanSnap
is turned on depends on the start up mode setting of the ScanSnap.
The ScanSnap has two startup modes as described below.
lFast
You can start scanning immediately. The ScanSnap enters sleep mode (standby mode) when
the ADF paper chute (cover) is closed.
lNormal
The ScanSnap is turned on. The ScanSnap is turned off when the ADF paper chute (cover) is
closed.
The procedure to change the setting for the startup mode of the ScanSnap is as follows:
1.Press
in the home screen on the touch panel of the ScanSnap to
display the [Settings] screen.
2.Press
to display the [Scanner settings] screen.
3.Press [Startup Mode] to display the [Startup Mode] screen.
4.Change the setting.
5.Press
to return to the home screen.
98
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
Sleep Mode
When the ScanSnap is on and has not been used for the following period of time, it enters sleep
(power saving) mode.
iX1600/iX1500/iX1400/SV600
15 minutes
iX500
14 minutes
iX100/S1300i/S1100i
1 minute
99
Turning the ScanSnap On or Off
Automatic Power OFF (iX1600 / iX1500 / iX1400 / iX500 / iX100 /
SV600 / S1300i)
When the ScanSnap is turned on and left unused for the specified time, it will turn itself off
automatically.
HINT
l For iX1600/iX1500/iX1400/iX500/SV600/S1300i, a notification informs you 5 minutes before the
ScanSnap turns off automatically.
l For iX100, a notification appears in the following cases:
-When a USB cable is used for connection, the ScanSnap will turn off automatically five minutes
later.
-When the ScanSnap is powered by the battery, the ScanSnap has turned off automatically.
Turning the ScanSnap back on after the ScanSnap Has Turned off
Automatically
iX1600/iX1500
To turn the ScanSnap back on, perform one of the following operations:
lPress the touch panel of the ScanSnap
lClose the ADF paper chute (cover) and open it again
HINT
To continue using the ScanSnap, reset the time until auto power-off by performing one of the following:
l Load a document in the ScanSnap
l Press the touch panel of the ScanSnap
l Close the ADF paper chute (cover) and open it again
iX1400/iX500/S1300i
To turn the ScanSnap back on, perform one of the following operations:
lPress the [Scan] button on the ScanSnap (this will not start scanning)
lClose the ADF paper chute (cover) and open it again
HINT
To continue using the ScanSnap, reset the time until auto power-off by performing one of the following:
l Load a document in the ScanSnap
l Press the [Scan] button on the ScanSnap
l Close the ADF paper chute (cover) and open it again
iX100
To turn the ScanSnap back on, perform one of the following operations:
lPress the [Scan/Stop] button on the ScanSnap
lClose the feed guide and open it again
100
Loading...
+ hidden pages
You need points to download manuals.
1 point = 1 manual.
You can buy points or you can get point for every manual you upload.