PLUSTEK SmartPhoto P60 User Manual

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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.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................1

How to Use This Guide...............................................................................................1

Conventions of This Guide .........................................................................................1

A Note about Icons.....................................................................................................2

Safety Precautions......................................................................................................2

System Requirements ................................................................................................2

Box Contents ..............................................................................................................3

The Scanner’s Features .............................................................................................3

Product Information ....................................................................................................4

CHAPTER I. INSTALLING THE SCANNER....................................................................5

Software Installation Requirements............................................................................5

Hardware Requirements.............................................................................................5

Installing and Setting up the Scanner.........................................................................5

Step 1. Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer............................................................. 6

Step 2. Installing the Scanner...............................................................................................6

Step 3. Testing the Scanner................................................................................................. 8

Software Setup Troubleshooting ................................................................................9

CHAPTER II. USAGE AND MAINTENANCE............................................................... 10

Operating the Scanner..............................................................................................10

Placing Photos with the Protective Sheet.................................................................10

DigiPhoto..................................................................................................................11

Function Features.....................................................................................................12

Using the Scanner Button.........................................................................................13

Status Indicator.........................................................................................................14

Scanner Connection.................................................................................................14

Maintenance.............................................................................................................15

Calibrating the Scanner...................................................................................................... 15

Cleaning the Scanner......................................................................................................... 15

Usage & Maintenance Tips.......................................................................................16

APPENDIX A: TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................ 17

Scanning Problems...................................................................................................17

APPENDIX B: SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................ 20

APPENDIX C: CUSTOMER SERVICE AND WARRANTY............................................... 21

Statement of Limited Warranty .................................................................................21

FCC Radio Frequency Statement............................................................................. 22

CONTACTING PLUSTEK ....................................................................................... 24

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.

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 Mac operating system. If this is not the case, we suggest you learn more about Mac by referring to your Mac 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.

Chapter II 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.

Conventions of This Guide

Bold — Important note or first use of an important term in a chapter. [XXX] — Represents commands or contents on your computer screen.

A Note about Icons

This guide uses the following icons to point out information that deserves special attention.

Caution

Attention

Caution: Information that, if not followed, may result in data loss

or damage to the product. Pay Special Attention: Instructions that are important to

remember and may prevent mistakes.

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:

a. when this device is moved directly from a cold to a warm location; b. after a cold room is heated; c. when this device is placed in a damp room. To avoid the moisture condensation, you are recommended to follow the procedure:

1) Seal this device in a plastic bag for it to adapt to room conditions.

2) Wait for 1-2 hours before removing this device from the bag.

2. Do use the USB cable provided with the scanner. Use of other cable may lead to malfunction.

3. Do not attempt to disassemble the scanner. There is danger of an electrical shock and opening your scanner will void your warranty.

4. Do not subject the scanner to excessive vibration. It may damage the internal components.

5. Unplug the 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.

System Requirements

Mac Computer with Intel CPU Mac OS X 10.4 above

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.

CD-ROM Drive 64 MB RAM (128 MB Recommended) 700MB Free Hard Disk Space (800 MB Recommended) USB Port High Color graphic card (VGA or higher)

Box Contents

1. Scanner

2. USB Cable

3. Quick Guide (Scanner)

4. Setup / Application CD-ROM

5. Calibration Sheet

6. Cleaning paper

7. Protective Sheet

The Scanner’s Features

1. USB port: It connects the scanner to a USB port on your computer by the included

USB cable.

Save the box and packing materials in case you need to transport this scanner in the future.

2. Page feed slot: Feed the document into the scanner from this direction. You can

feel the document being grabbed by the scanner.

3. Alignment arrow: Always align the edges of your documents to this arrow sign.

4. Scan button: Press this button to start scanning and save the images into your

computer.

5. LED indicator: It indicates the scanner’s current status.

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:

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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 scanner’s driver and the DigiPhoto software. To ensure ample room for the installation, as well as for scanning and saving images, a minimum of 20 megabytes of hard disk space is recommended.

The USB scanner can operate under the Mac OS X 10.4 or above operating system.

Hardware Requirements

This scanner connects to your computer through the Universal Serial Bus (USB), which supports hot Plug and Play. 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 Mac 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.

Installing and Setting up the Scanner

Please follow the step-by-step procedures described below to install the scanner.

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1. Plug the square end of the included USB cable to the USB port of the scanner.

2. Plug the rectangular end of the USB cable to the USB port of your computer.

Note: If there is another USB device connected to the computer, connect the scanner to an available USB port.

3. 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.

, make sure that the hub is

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Please follow the steps below to install the Photo Scanner on Mac:

1. Insert the Setup/Application CD-ROM included with your scanner into your CD-

ROM drive and a “Photo Scanner” CD icon Mac OS.

2. Double-click on the CD icon, and an installation disk Mac Driver

on the desktop and a window will pop up displaying the file folder “APPLE INSTALLATION”.

will show on the desktop of your

will appear

3. Double-click to open the folder “APPLE INSTALLATION”, in which you’ll find the

setup file “Photo Scanner Setup”.

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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