Plustek D600 User Manual
Installation
Usage & Maintenance
Troubleshooting
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While all efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of all contents in this manual,
we assume no liability for errors or omissions or by statements of any kind in this manual,
whether such errors are omissions or statements resulting from negligence, accidents, or
any other cause. The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
The scanning of certain documents, for example checks, bank notes, I.D. cards,
government bonds, or public documents, may be prohibited by law and/or subject to
criminal prosecution. We recommend you to be responsible and respectful of the
copyrights laws when you are scanning books, magazines, journals and other materials.
The product is designed and produced to achieve sustainable environmental
improvement. We strive to produce products in compliance with global environmental
standards. Please consult your local authorities for proper disposal. The product
packaging can be recycled.
Attention to recycling (For EU country only)
Protect your environment! This product should not be thrown into the household waste
container. Please give it to the free collecting center in your community.
The screen shots in this guide were made with Windows XP. If you are using Windows
2000 or Vista, your screens will look somewhat different but function the same.
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................1
How to Use This Guide............................................................................................... 1
Conventions of This Guide ................................................................................................... 2
A Note about Icons ............................................................................................................... 2
Safety Precautions...................................................................................................... 2
System Requirements ................................................................................................ 3
Box Contents .............................................................................................................. 4
The Scanner’s Features ............................................................................................. 5
Product Information .................................................................................................... 5
CHAPTER I. INSTALLING THE SCANNER....................................................................6
Software Installation Requirements ............................................................................ 6
Hardware Requirements............................................................................................. 6
Installing and Setting up the Scanner ......................................................................... 7
Step 1. Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer............................................................. 7
Step 2. Installing the Software.............................................................................................. 7
Step 3. Testing the Scanner ................................................................................................. 9
Software Setup Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 10
Installing Additional Software.................................................................................... 11
CHAPTER II. SCANNING ..................................................................................... 12
Scanning................................................................................................................... 12
Scanning Button ................................................................................................................. 12
Card Scanning.................................................................................................................... 13
Document Scanning ........................................................................................................... 14
Scanning Methods .................................................................................................... 14
Scanning via TWAIN Interface ........................................................................................... 15
Scanning from Plustek DI Capture Program ...................................................................... 18
Scanning from the Scanner’s Panel or On-screen DocAction's Execute Menu................. 19
Scanning Tips ........................................................................................................... 21
Scanner Connection ................................................................................................. 22
CHAPTERIII.CLEAN AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................... 23
Clean the Scanner .................................................................................................... 23
Cleaning Materials.............................................................................................................. 23
Clean Feed Roller and Glass ............................................................................................. 23
Calibrating the Scanner ...................................................................................................... 24
Usage & Maintenance Tips....................................................................................... 25
APPENDIX A: TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................ 26
Scanning Problems................................................................................................... 26
Common -How-to- Questions ...................................................................................29
APPENDIX B: SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................ 31
APPENDIX C: CUSTOMER SERVICE AND WARRANTY............................................... 32
Statement of Limited Warranty ................................................................................. 32
FCC Radio Frequency Statement............................................................................. 33
CONTACTING PLUSTEK ....................................................................................... 35
Introduction
Welcome to the world of Plustek scanners – the ultimate in computer imaging.
Your new scanner will improve the professionalism of your day-to-day computing tasks
by allowing you to input images and electronic text into your computer system.
Like all of our products, your new scanner is thoroughly tested and backed by our
reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction.
Please remember to register your scanner. Registration may be completed in one
of three ways:
1) By registering online via Plustek’s Web Site;
2) By printing out and faxing a completed registration card to Plustek’s customer
service center;
3) By printing out and mailing the registration card directly to the Plustek office
nearest you.
See the last page of this user’s guide for a complete list of Plustek offices
worldwide.
As a registered customer, you will receive customer support, new product
information and software upgrades.
Thank you for choosing us as your scanner supplier. We hope you will continue to
turn to us for additional quality products as your computing needs and interests grow.
How to Use This Guide
This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to install and
operate your scanner. This guide assumes the user is familiar with Microsoft Windows
XP, Vista and 2000 Professional. If this is not the case, we suggest you learn more
about Microsoft Windows by referring to your Microsoft Windows manual before using
your scanner.
The
Introduction section of this manual describes the box contents and minimum
computer requirements to use this scanner. Before you start installing your scanner,
check the box contents to make sure all parts are included. If any items are damaged
or missing, please contact the vendor where you purchased your scanner or our
customer service directly.
Chapter I describes how to install scanner’s software and connect the scanner to
your computer. Note: The scanner connects to your computer through the Universal
Serial Bus (USB). If your computer does not support USB technology, you will need to
purchase a USB interface card to add USB capabilities to your computer, or buy and
install USB connectors if your motherboard has USB capabilities. This guide assumes
that your computer is USB-ready and has a free USB port.
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Chapter II and III describes how to use, maintain and clean your scanner.
Appendix A contains technical support information that can help you solve simple
problems. Before calling for help, please read through Appendix A: Troubleshooting.
Appendix B contains the Specifications of the scanner you purchased.
Appendix C contains our limited warranty agreement and FCC statement
concerning the product.
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Bold — Important note or first use of an important term in a chapter.
“XX X”— Represents commands or contents on your computer screen.
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This guide uses the following icons to point out information that deserves special
attention.
A procedure that must be followed carefully to prevent injury, or
Warning
Attention
Information
accidents.
Instructions that are important to remember and may prevent
mistakes.
Optional tips for your reference.
Safety Precautions
Before using this device, please read the following important information to
eliminate or reduce any possibility of causing damage and personal injury.
1. Moisture condensation may occur inside this device and cause malfunction at
these conditions:
• when this device is moved directly from a cold to a warm location;
• after a cold room is heated;
• when this device is placed in a damp room.
To avoid the moisture condensation, you are recommended to follow the procedure:
i. Seal this device in a plastic bag for it to adapt to room conditions.
ii. Wait for 1-2 hours before removing this device from the bag.
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2. Do use the AC adapter and USB cable provided with the scanner. Use of other
cable may lead to malfunction.
3. Avoid using the scanner in a dusty environment. Dust particles and other foreign
objects may damage the unit. If you will not use the scanner for some time, please
place it in the travel pouch.
4. Do not subject the scanner to excessive vibration. It may damage the internal
components.
5. Unplug this device if you don’t need to use for a certain period of time, such as,
during night or long weekend, to avoid any risks of causing fire.
6. Do not attempt to disassemble the scanner. There is danger of an electrical shock
and opening your scanner will void your warranty.
System Requirements
PC with Intel Pentium®III 1G processor or compatible
128 MB RAM (256MB RAM for Windows XP)
Available USB 2.0 port
CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive
400 MB Free Hard Disk Space (500MB Recommended)
Operating System: Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, or
Windows XP Professional, Windows Vista
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Higher requirements might be needed when scanning or editing a large quantity of image data.
The system requirements here are only a guideline, as in general the better the computer
(motherboard, processor, hard disk, RAM, video graphic card), the better the results.
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Box Contents
1. Scanner
2. USB Cable
3. AC Adapter
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4. Calibration Sheet
5. Cleansing cloth
6. Travel Pouch
7. Quick Guide
8. Setup/Application CD-ROM
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Save the box and packing materials in case you need to transport this scanner in the future.
The product packaging can be recycled.
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The Scanner’s Features
1. Power Receptor: Connects the scanner to a standard AC power outlet by the
included AC adapter.
2. USB Port: It connects the scanner to a USB port on your computer by the included
USB cable.
3. Alignment Mark: Always align the edges of your documents to this arrow sign.
4. Page Feed Slot: Feed the document into the scanner from this slot. You can feel
the document being grabbed by the scanner.
5. Scan Button: Press to perform a predefined scanning task.
6. Power LED: Indicates the scanner status.
Light Status
On
Off
7. Bracket: Open the bracket when using the scanner. Hold the document or card in
place.
The scanner is turned on, ready to scan images.
The scanner is off, either because the power is not turned on, or
because the AC adapter is not properly plugged into an AC power
outlet.
Product Information
Please fill in the following information for your own records. You will need it when
you contact your dealer or our service center in the future.
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
(Located at the bottom of the scanner)
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Chapter I. Installing the Scanner
Before installing your scanner, please verify that you have all of the proper
components. A list of the package contents is provided in the Box Contents section of
this guide.
Software Installation Requirements
Your scanner comes with the OCR software (ABBYY FineReader 6.0 Sprint Plus),
the scanner’s driver and the DocAction software. All of these software applications use
approximately 400 megabytes of hard disk space after they are installed into your
computer. To ensure ample room for the installation, as well as for scanning and
saving images, a minimum of 500 megabytes of hard disk space is recommended.
The USB scanner can only operate under the Microsoft Windows 2000
Professional, XP operating system or Windows Vista.
Hardware Requirements
This scanner connects to your computer through the Universal Serial Bus (USB),
which supports hot swap. To determine whether your computer is USB-capable, you
must check the rear of your PC to locate a USB jack that looks the same as the one
pictured below. Note that on some computers, the USB port at the rear of the computer
may be occupied and additional ports may be found on the monitor or keyboard. If you
are having trouble in locating the USB port on your computer, please refer to the
hardware manual that came with your computer.
Upon examination, you should find one or two rectangular USB ports, which
usually appear as shown below.
USB Connector(s)
If you don’t find such USB ports on your computer, then you need to purchase a
certified USB interface card to add USB capabilities to your computer.
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Installing and Setting up the Scanner
Please follow the step-by-step procedures described below to install the Plustek
scanner.
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Please make sure the scanner is turned OFF before you plug or unplug
the scanner power adapter.
Attention
1. Plug the AC adapter into the scanner’s power receptor.
2. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into a standard AC power outlet.
3. Plug the square end of the included USB cable to the USB port of the scanner.
4. Plug the rectangular end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of your
computer.
Note: If there is another USB device connected to the computer, connect the
scanner to an available USB port.
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5. If you plan to connect your scanner to a USB hub
connected to the USB port in your computer. Next, connect the scanner to the
USB hub.
Note: If you do not have a USB port available, you might need to buy a USB port.
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1. If the USB components on your computer are functioning correctly, they will
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, make sure that the hub is
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The USB hub is not included with the scanner. If using a hub, you are recommended to use a
hub with its own external power adapter.
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automatically detect the scanner causing the “Add New Hardware Wizard” or
“Found New Hardware Wizard” to be launched.
Note: If your computer was off when you connected the scanner, the “Add New
Hardware Wizard” message will be displayed when you turn the computer on and
when Windows starts.
For Windows 2000
2.
a. Click on the ”Next” button when the “Add New Hardware Wizard” window is
displayed.
b. Select “Search For The Best Driver For Your Device [Recommended]” and
click on the “Next” button.
c. The next window will ask you where to search to find the drive. Select “CD-
ROM drive”, and deselect “Floppy disk drives” if it is checked.
d. Insert the Setup/Application CD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your
CD-ROM drive and then click on the “Next” button.
e. Click on the “Next” button in the window that appears.
f. During the process of the installation, a message “Digital Signature required”
might be prompted. Please ignore it, and click on “Yes” to continue the
installation without any misgiving at your scanner functioning. Afterwards,
please skip to Step 5.
For Windows XP
3.
a. Insert the Setup/Application CD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your
CD-ROM drive.
b. Select “Install The Software Automatically [Recommended]” and click on the
“Next” button.
c. Click on the “Next” button in the window that appears. Afterwards, please skip
to Step 5.
For Windows Vista
4.
a. Select “Locate and install driver software (recommended)” when the “Found
New Hardware” window is displayed.
b. Click on the [Continue] button when the “User Account Control” dialog pops up.
c. Insert the Setup/Application CD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your
CD-ROM drive when the system prompts you “Insert the disc that came with
your USB Scanner”, and click on the [Next] button.
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d. During the process of the installation, a message “Windows can’t verify the
publisher of this driver software” might be prompted. Please ignore it, and
click on [Install this driver software anyway] to continue the installation without
any misgiving at your scanner functioning.
5. When the system completes the installation, click on the “Finish” button.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to install all software that your new USB scanner
requires.
7. After the software is installed, close all open applications and click on the “Finish”
button to restart your computer.
8. After the computer is restarted, you will be prompted to perform the scanner
calibration.
9. Insert the special calibration sheet, included with the scanner, face up into the page
feed of the scanner.
10. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the scanner calibration.
If the scanner installation is not started and displayed
automatically on the screen, click “START”, select “Run” and type
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The following test procedure checks to see if the scanner is properly functioning
with your computer and the scanning software. Before testing your scanner, double
check to make sure that all connections are securely fastened.
in “D:\Install” (where D: is the drive letter assigned to the CD-
ROM drive of your computer.)
Alternatively you may also use any plain white sheet of paper
sized in A6 (105 x 148 mm) instead; however, the calibration effect
may be less good than the special calibration sheet.
To properly test your scanner, please perform the following steps:
1. Do one of the following to open the Button Configuration window:
Double-click the DocAction icon
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in the Windows system tray.
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