HP ScanJet 3800 Owner Manual

HP Scanjet 3800 Photo Scanner

User's Manual

HP Scanjet 3800

User's Manual

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Contents

1 How to use the scanner.......................................................................................2

Scanner setup and initialization .............................................................................2

Where to get additional information .......................................................................2

How to use the HP Image Zone software ..............................................................2

Front panel and accessories overview ................................................................... 3

Scanning overview ................................................................................................3

Scan pictures and documents ...............................................................................4

Scan multiple pictures with one scan .....................................................................6

Scan film ................................................................................................................6

Make copies ..........................................................................................................9

Share a scanned document or picture ...................................................................9

Change scan settings ..........................................................................................10

2 Care and maintenance.......................................................................................11

Clean the scanner glass ......................................................................................11

Clean the transparent materials adapter (TMA) ...................................................11

3 Troubleshooting.................................................................................................12

Scanner installation or setup problems ................................................................12

Scanner initialization or hardware problems ........................................................13

4 Product support .................................................................................................15

Accessibility Web site ..........................................................................................15

HP Scanjet Web site ............................................................................................15

Support process ..................................................................................................15

5 Regulatory information and product specifications .......................................17

Scanner specifications .........................................................................................17

Transparent materials adapter (TMA) specifications ...........................................17

Environmental specifications ...............................................................................18

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How to use the scanner

This manual describes how to use the HP Scanjet 3800 Photo Scanner and its accessories, resolve installation problems, and reach customer support.

Scanner setup and initialization

To set up your scanner and install the scanning software, see the setup poster shipped with your scanner.

Where to get additional information

More information about the scanner and software can be found in the onscreen Help. If you have installed the HP Image Zone software that came with the scanner, doubleclick the HP Solution Center icon on your desktop, and then click Onscreen Guide.

Macintosh Users: See the onscreen Help in the Macintosh HP Image Zone software for information about scanning procedures.

How to use the HP Image Zone software

When you install the HP Image Zone software, you will have two icons on your desktop. These icons open two programs for scanning and editing your scans.

For information on how to use the HP Solution Center and HP Image Zone, see the onscreen Help.

The HP Solution Center is the program that gets you started scanning pictures and documents. From the HP Solution Center you can:

● Perform scanning and copy functions

● Access help and troubleshooting information

● Access HP Image Zone to edit your scans

● Modify settings and preferences

HP Image Zone is the program to use for manipulating, printing, archiving, and sharing your images after they have been scanned. You can get to HP Image Zone from the desktop icon or through the HP Solution Center.

To start a scan:

Double-click the HP Solution Center icon on the desktop, click the tab for the scanner, and then click on the task you want to perform.

Note If the HP Solution Center icon is not available on the desktop, click

Start, click Programs (or All Programs), click HP, and then click HP Solution Center.

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Front panel and accessories overview

This section presents an overview of the scanner front panel and the transparent materials adapter (TMA).

Front panel buttons

Icon Feature name Description

Scan button Scans pictures, graphics, documents, or objects.

Copy button Scans the item and sends it to the printer to make a

copy.

Scan to Share

button

Scans items for sharing. Easily share pictures with HP Instant Share, or send multiple-page documents as e-mail attachments.

Transparent materials adapter (TMA)

You can use the transparent materials adapter (TMA) to scan 35 mm slides or negatives. For more information about the TMA, see Scan film on page 6.

Scanning overview

Start scanning in one of three ways:

● From the front panel buttons — to get started quickly using basic functions

● From the HP Solution Center – to have more control during the scanning process

● From other software programs

Scan from the scanner front panel buttons

Use the front panel buttons on the scanner for basic scanning functions, such as scanning pictures and documents. Instructions for using the front panel buttons are located in this manual. For more advanced functions, see the onscreen Help in the HP Solution Center.

Scan from the HP Solution Center

Scan from the HP Solution Center when you want more control during the scanning process, such as when you want to preview the image before the final scan, use more advanced features, or change scan settings.

To start the HP Solution Center:

1. Do one of the following: a. On the Windows desktop, double-click the HP Solution Center icon.

b. On the taskbar, click Start, point to Programs or All Programs, point to HP,

and then click HP Solution Center.

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2. If you have installed more than one HP device, click the tab for the scanner. The HP Solution Center shows only the functions, settings, and support options that are appropriate for the selected HP device.

Scan from other software programs

You can scan an image directly into one of your software programs if the program is TWAIN compliant. Generally, the program is compliant if it has a menu option such as Acquire, Scan, or Import New Object. If you are unsure whether the program is compliant or what the option is, see the documentation for that program.

Scan pictures and documents

Use the Scan button to scan pictures or documents quickly.

Select original type — document or picture

You have two choices for original type: Document or Picture. The scanner optimizes settings based on your choice. Use the following guidelines to determine the best original type for your needs.

If your original consists of

Text, or both text and graphics Document

A printed photograph or graphic Picture

Scan pictures

Use the Scan button ( ) to scan photos and graphics.

For scanning slides or negatives, see Scan film on page 6.

Note If you want to preview scans before they are sent to their destination,

select Show Preview in the HP Scanning dialog box. Also see Preview a scanned image in the onscreen Help.

1. Place the original face down on the scanner glass, as indicated by the reference mark, and then close the lid.

Select this original type

2. Press the Scan button ( ). The HP Scanning dialog box appears.

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