Microtek LS-3700 User Manual

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User's Manual

A1 Large-Format Scanner

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Preface

Copyright

© 2014, Microtek International, Inc., all rights reserved. This document may not
be reproduced or copied in any way, stored electronically, or translated into any
language, without the permission of Microtek International, Inc.

Trademarks

Microtek, ScanMaker, ArtixScan, ScanWizard and ColoRescue are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Microtek International, Inc. All other trademarks or
registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Specifications,
software and hardware bundles are subject to change without notice. Not
responsible for typographical errors.

Disclaimer

The contents of this manual have been checked carefully for accuracy, and every
effort has been made to ensure that there are no errors. However, Microtek makes
no guarantee as to the accuracy of the contents of this document and reserves the
right to make changes to the contents without prior warning.

I49-005007 A
October 2014

Microtek International, Inc.
6, Industry East Road 3, Science Based Industrial Park, Hsinchu, Taiwan
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone], http://www.microtek.com

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Safety Precautions

Before using your scanner, read the following safety guides carefully, which detail
the proper operation of the scanner and its accessories to prevent injuries or
damage to users or equipment.

Meanings of Symbol Signs

This indicates hazardous situation which, if not payed
attention, could result injury or damage to users or
equipment.

This indicates hazardous situation which, if not payed
attention, could result serious injury or death to users.

Power Supply:

• Use a power source only with a power rating specified on the marking label.

• Ensure to turn off the power of each device before connecting or
disconnecting the cables.

• Insert the plug completely into the outlet, as a loose connection may cause
arcing and result in fire.

• Ensure to hold the plug or connector to disconnect the cable; otherwise, if
you pull the cable only, it may damage the core wire and result in fire or
electric shock.

• Place and route the power supply cord such that it is not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to the cord near the power plugs, convenience receptacles, and at
the point where it exits from the outlet.

• When the scanner is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet.

Moving and Storing the Scanner:

• Always ensure that the scanner is stored properly before shipping or moving
it. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product
to overturn when moving.

• Do not hit or drop the scanner. The scanner may be damaged if it receives a
strong jolt, which may result in fire or electric shock if the scanner is used
without being repaired.

• Do not place the scanner on any slippery, slanted, or unstable surface. The
product may slide or fall, causing serious injury to people as well as serious
damage to the product.

CAUTION

WARNING

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• Do not use the scanner near water. Never spill liquid of any kinds on the
product, or it may result in electric shock or other hazards.

• This scanner should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

• Do not store the scanner in which it may be exposed to direct sunlight.

Using the Scanner

• When opening the upper cover of the scanner, make sure that it has been
lifted to a proper position. The quick and sudden drop of the upper cover
could result injury or damage to users or equipment.

• When opening or closing the upper cover of the scanner, please use it
carefully and watch out for pressing your hands.

Maintenance and Service:

• When the scanner is going to be cleaned, ensure to turn off the power of each
device and unplug the power cable from the AC outlet.

• When you need a repair service, unplug the scanner from the power outlet
and consult qualified service personnel.

• When replacement parts are required, use replacement parts that are specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts.

Lift the upper
cover of the
scanner to a
proper position to
avoid its sudden
drop.

Attention: When opening
or closing the upper cover
of the scanner, use it
carefully and watch out
for pressing your hands.

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Table of Contents

Preface ............................................................................................... 2

Safety Precautions ............................................................................. 3

Knowing about Your Scanner ............................................................. 7

Features of the LS-3700 ................................................................... 7

System Requirements ....................................................................... 7

Taking a Closer Look ........................................................................ 8

Initiate Setup ...................................................................................... 9

Step 1: Unpacking Package Contents ................................................. 9

Step 2: Installing the Software ........................................................ 10

Step 3: Keeping the Scanner in Place ............................................... 11

Step 4: Unlocking the Scanner ........................................................ 13

Step 5: Connecting the Scanner ...................................................... 14

Scanning the Materials .................................................................... 15

Positioning the Materials ................................................................. 15

Using ScanWizard LS (USB) Software .............................................. 16

Understanding ScanWizard LS (USB) Further .................................. 18

Launching ScanWizard LS (USB) ..................................................... 18

Exiting ScanWizard LS (USB) .......................................................... 18

Familiarizing with the Main Control Panel of ScanWizard LS (USB) ....... 19

Select Frame Button ....................................................................... 21

Magnify Button ............................................................................. 21

Rotate Counterclockwise/Clockwise Buttons ...................................... 22

Preview Button .............................................................................. 22

Scan to Save Button ...................................................................... 22

The Files Menu .............................................................................. 24

Save Scanning Settings ............................................................ 24

Load Scanning Settings ............................................................ 25

Restore the Default Settings ...................................................... 26

The Scanner Menu ......................................................................... 26

Scanner Info ............................................................................ 26

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The Window Menu ........................................................................ 2 7

Open a Window ....................................................................... 27

Tools Window ......................................................................... 28

Advanced ToolBox Window ...................................................... 29

The About Menu ........................................................................... 3 1

User's Manual ......................................................................... 31

Cleaning the Glass Surface .............................................................. 32

Maintenance ..................................................................................... 32

Appendix .......................................................................................... 33

Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 3 3

Specifications ................................................................................ 34

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Knowing about Your Scanner

The LS-3700 is a professional scanner exclusively designed for transferring large­format originals into digital formats. The scanner can capture large-size graphs
quickly, such as maps and blueprints, providing the professionals a convenient
method to digitize the originals for the electric data storage.

Features of the LS-3700

The LS-3700 comes with several important features, including the following:

• Energy-saving two-way LED light source — Adopting two-way LEDs as the
light source, when the scanner is detected by the system, there are no
requirements for any warm-up time before carrying out the scan, which boots
your productivity and reduces energy costs amazingly. With its stable
performance, the image quality will remain consistent even after used for a
certain period of time.

• Elevating Knobs — There are four Elevating Knobs at the bottom of LS-3700,
which ensure that the scanner can be set on the ground stably and strengthen
the safety and convenience of using.

• Easy to operate, clean and maintain — The LS-3700 requires virtually no
routine maintenance and no daily cleaning, which is ideal for a busy working
environment.

• Microtek ScanWizard LS (USB) software — ScanWizard LS (USB) is software
exclusively designed for scanning and saving large-format graphs. The
friendly user interface of ScanWizard LS (USB) provides users an easy and
quick access to initiate.

System Requirements

• DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive (for installing software)

• Color display with 24-bit color output capability

• 4 GB memory or above

• Intel Core i5 Processor at 3.0 GHz or above

• Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows 8

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Taking a Closer Look

No. Names of Parts Functions of Parts

1 Handle Holds to open or close the upper cover of the scanner.

2 Upper Cover Covers the scanner bed.

3 Scan Bed The place where the scanned original is positioned.

4 Indicator (Green) Displays the status of the scanner.

5 Safety Locks (2) Locks the scanner cartridge.

6 Power Connector Connects the scanner to the power adapter.

7 Power Button Turns the scanner on or off.

8 Hi-Speed USB Port Connects the Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) cable to the computer.

9 Casters with Locks (4) Used to move or lock the scanner.

10 Ruler Used as a reference to position a scanned document in center.

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Initiate Setup

Step 1: Unpacking Package Contents

After unpacking your scanner package, please check for the major components
listed below.

Scanner

Hi-Speed USB cable

Power cord

Software CD/DVD

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Step 2: Installing the Software

Important: You must install all software before connecting your scanner.

Always close any open programs and turn off Anti-virus utilities before installing
software.

1. Turn on your computer.

2. Place the Microtek Software CD/DVD into a drive.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to
install the driver and software.

Note: If the Microtek Software Installer
screen does not come up
automatically, double-click the
following in succession: “My
Computer”; the CD/DVD-ROM icon;
then Setup.exe to start the installer
program.

4. Click EXIT on the Microtek Software
Installer screen when all the software
has been installed.

5. Restart your computer.

Note: If the system displays a message “Found a new hardware” after the
computer is restarted, please select the installer program automatically.

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Step 3: Keeping the Scanner in Place

There are four casters at the bottom of LS-3700, which are designed for moving
the scanner in convenience. In order to avoid the sudden movement of the
scanner which may result injury to users, please put LS-3700 on a flat and
stabilized ground before using.

1. Look for and locate the Elevating Knobs next to the four casters at the bottom
of the scanner.

2. Spin a red gear of the Elevating Knob clockwise to move down a black
pedestal located at the bottom of the Elevating Knob. Continually, spin the
red gear until the black pedestal is stabilized on the ground.

An Elevating Knob

Black
pedestal

3. Repeat the step 2 until four black pedestals have been moved down and
stabilized on the ground.

Spin the Elevating Knob clockwise and the black pedestal
will be moved down and then touched the ground.