Stratford Labs EasyScan ES-01 User Manual

User’s
Manual
Portable Document & Image Scanner
by Stratford Labs
Table of Contents
1. Precaution…………………………………………….…2
2. Preparation……………………………………………..5
z Standard Accessories……………………………5 z Part Names & Functions………………………..6
3. key features…………………….….………..…….……7
4. Status Icons Explanations……….…….………….…..8
5. Use the scanner……………..……….………………..9
z Install battery……………………….…..…………9 z Insert microSD memory card…….……………10 z Set system Date & Time……………….….…...11 z Format microSD memory card…..……….……12 z Set resolution……………………………………12 z Set scan mode…………………..…..………….12 z How to scan……………….……..….…..………13 z White Balance Calibration…………….…..…...13
6. LED light indications………………….……….…..…14
7. Connect to computer………..……………….…..…15
8. Specifications…………………………………...….…16
9. Computer system minimum requirement………..…16
10. Troubleshooting………………………………….……17
11. NimoDoc Lite…………………………………..……….18
z Install NimoDoc Lite…..………………………..18 z Start NimoDoc…….…………………………….18 z Main Interface Introduction……………..……18 z Introductions on Software Functions………….19
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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a Portable Scanner. Please take a moment to read through this manual. Its contents will help you to get the best use of the smart scanner.
1. Precaution
Before using Portable Scanner, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the Portable Scanner is operated correctly.
Never operate Portable Scanner inside of an aircraft or anywhere else where operation of such devices is restricted. Improper use creates the risk of serious accident.
Do not try to open the case of Portable Scanner or attempt to modify Portable Scanner in any way. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Maintenance and repairs should be performed only by authorized service providers.
Keep Portable Scanner away from water and other liquids. Do not use Portable Scanner with wet hands. Never use Portable Scanner in the rain or snow. Moisture creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
Keep Portable Scanner and its accessories out of the reach of children and animals to prevent accidents or damage to the Portable Scanner.
If you notice smoke or a strange odor coming from Portable Scanner, turn the power off immediately. Take Portable Scanner to the nearest authorized service center for repair. Never attempt to repair Portable Scanner on your own.
Portable Scanner may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction.
If the exterior of Portable Scanner needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
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FCC Notice
z This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
CAUTION
To comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this device, when needed, must only be connected to computer equipment certified to comply with the Class B limits.
2. Preparation
Standard accessories
Portable scanner Quick Guide CD
Carry bag USB cable Battery
Calibration card Cleaning cloth
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Parts Names & Functions
Parts Functions
1 Battery door For 2xAA alkaline batteries
2 Power/Scan Power on/off: Press and hold this key for 2 seconds to
turn power on or off. In power on mode, press this button
start scan, press this button again to stop
3 C/BW Select Color/Mono scan. Color/Mono mode icon will be
displayed on status LCD
4 Resolution Select High (600dpi) /Low (300dpi) resolution; High/Low
resolution mode icon will be displayed on status LCD
5 LCD screen Scanning status display
6 Error LED
indicator
Over speed: Red LED on
7 Scan LED
indicator
Ready for scan: Green LED on
8 Time set Setup system time
9 USB interface Download photo to computer via USB cable provided
10 SD card slot MicroSD card storage location
11 Formal button Press this button to format the microSD card
3. Key Features
z Color/Monochrome (Mono) scan selection z 600/300 dpi scan selection z Direct save JPG file to microSD card z Support microSD card up to 32GB z Driver free to download for Windows XP SP2/Vista
and Mac OS 10.4 or above (direct plug-in, driver installation not required)
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4. Status Icons Explanations
Item Function Description
1 SD card
indicator
Photos will be stored in microSD card
2 Battery indicator Battery is full
Empty battery
3 Effect indicator Color or Mono
4 Counting indicator Show qty of scanned files in microSD card
5 Selected resolution High: 600dpi/Low: 300dpi
5. Use the scanner
5.1 Install battery
1). Open the battery door by sliding it outward.
2). Insert 2x AA batteries into the battery compartment according to the polarities shown in the compartment.
3). Turn on the scanner by pressing the [POWER]/Scan
button for 2 seconds.
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5.2 Insert a microSD memory card (not included)
You must insert a microSD card (not supplied) to
record and store your pictures.
Inserting the microSD memory card:
1) Turn off the scanner
2) Insert the microSD card into the microSD card
slot; gently press in until card is latched.
Note: Do not force the card into the slot; forcing may damage scanner and the microSD memory card. Align microSD card position (as marked) and try again. The microSD memory card must be formatted before scanning. See the following instruction.
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5.3 Set system Date & T i me
Press Time Set button with the tip of a ball pen, then the Date & Time setting interface shows.
Sequence
No.
Meaning
How to set
1 Year
1 Press C/BW or DPI to select a target year
2 Then press
to enter into Month setting.
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Month
1. Press C/BW or DPI to select a target month.
2. Then press
to enter into Day setting
3 Day
1. Press C/BW or DPI to select the target day.
2. Then press
to enter into Hour setting
4 Hour
1. Press C/BW or DPI to select the target Hour.
2. Then press
to enter into Minute setting
5 Minute
1. Press C/BW or DPI to select the target Minute.
2. Then press Time Set to quit.
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5.4 Format microSD memory card
1). Insert a new microSD card into the scanner, and then turn on the scanner.
2). Press the format button with the tip of a ball pen into format mode. “F” shows on the LCD.
3). Press the Power /Scan button to start formatting the microSD card.
4). SD card indicator will blink until format is complete.
5.5 Set resolution
Press the (OPI) button to select High/Low resolution.
High/Low resolution icon will be displayed on status LCD.
5.6 Set scan mode
Press the (C/BW) button to select Color/Mono
mode.
Color/Mono icon will be displayed on status LCD.
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5.7 How to scan
1). Hold the document firmly by one hand.
2). Place the scanner on the start scanning position.
3). Hold the scanner tightly and press the scan button once.
4). Slide the scanner downward slowly and keep your hand stable to get the best quality picture.
5). Press again to stop scanning.
5.8 White Balance Calibration
Please refer to the note on the white balance calibration paper that comes with the scanner!
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6. LED light indications
“GREEN” SCAN LED ON
Scan in process
“GREEN” SCAN LED OFF
Standby/Scan is
complete
“RED” ERROR LED ON
Scanning too fast.
May cause
scanning distortion
Restart and scan again.
“RED” ERROR LED OFF
No error in scanning
Continue scanning
process.
* Scan will START when
button is pressed
* To END scan, press
button again
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7. Connect to Computer
You may also connect your scanner to your computer and view pictures on the computer monitor.
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8. Specifications
Image sensor A4 Color Contact Image Sensor
Number of sensor 5138 dots ( 1st -5104 dots available)
Resolution Low resolution: 300x300 dpi (default)
High resolution: 600x500 dpi
Maximum scanning
speed for A4 size
document
Color High resolution
Mono High resolution
Color Low resolution
Mono Low resolution
13 seconds
6 seconds
3 seconds
2 seconds
Capacity (Based on
1GB microSD card.
Scan A4 size file.
The quantity of scans
varies depending on
the content complexity)
600dpi color
600dpi mono
300dpi color
300dpi mono
220 Photos (Min.)
290 Photos (Min.)
780 Photos (Min.)
1280 Photos (Min.)
Scan width 8.27
Scan length 300DPI: 50 (Max), 600DPI: 25 (MAX)
File format JPEG
LCD Scanning status display
Autc Power off 3 Minutes
USB port USB 2.0 high speed
External memory microSD card
Standard Battery 2xAA alkaline batteries
9. Computer system minimum requirement
Operating system Windows XP SP2/Vista and Mac OS 10.4 or above
(direct plug-in, drive installation not required)
CPU Pentium 11 or above
RAM 64MB
Interface USB port
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11. Troubleshooting
Problems Cause Solution
Cannot turn on the
scanner
1. Low battery power
2. Battery not
inserted properly
Replace or install the
battery correctly
Pictures cannot
be saved when you
are scanning them
1. MicroSD card has
not been Installed
2. Memory is full The
microSD card has not
Been formatted properly
1. Install microSD card
2. Download the
pictures from the
scanner to the
computer to create
storage space
3. Place refer to section
4:3
Computer does not
recognize your
scanner when
connected.
(You can not
find removable disk)
Connection failure Make sure all cable
connections are secured.
Restart the computer if
necessary
The battery life is
very short
USE wrong type of
battery
Replace with new 2xAA
alkaline batteries
Blurry Images
The lens of scanner is
dirty
Clean the lens with soft dry
cloth
ERR. LED is on when
scanning a document
Scanning speed is too
fast
Press the power/Scan
button to reset and scan
again the document
Abnormal lines on the
image scanned when
battery is low
Some batteries may cau
se this problem, or you a
re not using Alkaline
batteries
Always use branded Alkali
ne batteries for
the scanner
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12. NimoDoc Lite
12.1 Inst all NimoDoc Lite
Click NimoDoc Lite.exe and then the installation wizard will walk you through the whole installation process.
12.2 Start NimoDoc Lite
Start Programes NimoDoc Lite NimoDoc Lite
12.3 Main Interface
Menu bar
Shortcut icon
Work space
Preview area
Search input box
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11.4 Introductions on Software Functions
11.4.1 Set Work Space
Right click on a directory from work space, and enter into folder management.
Press Add, choose a directory, then the directory will be
set as a work space:
Then, files inputted will be stored at the work space.
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11.4.2 Create New NSD File
NSD file is a folder into which you can put source files.
Click Ne w NSD File icon, and then a new folder is created
in the preview area. You can rename the new folder by right clicking its icon.
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11.4.3 Input Pictures at Main Interface
Click Input icon:
You can choose to input either a whole folder that contains pictures or a single picture. A new folder will then be generated to contain the pictures inputted.
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11.4.4 Output files from Main Interface
Choose a folder you want to output by clicking it, and then click Output icon:
Then you can choose the target type you want to output the pictures.
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11.4.5 Editing Interface
Double click a folder at the main interface, and then you can enter into editing interface, where you can do input and output pictures, recognition and picture edit.
Picture preview area
Recognized words area
Picture edit tools
Picture list area
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11.4.6 Input Pictures at Editing Interface
Click Input icon:
You can choose to input either a whole folder that contains pictures or a single picture. Inputted pictures will then list on the Picture list area on that left.
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11.4.7 Recognition
Click recognition icon:
Choose the target pictures you need to do recognition. Then you must choose the language compatible to that on picture. Click ok, and then the recognized txt will display in the Recognized words area.
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11.4.8 Output Files from Editing Interface
Click Output icon:
Choose the target format you need to output the pictures. Target formats can be either of the following:
1) Output pictures to PDF
2) Output pictures to word document
3) Output pictures to excel document
4) Output pictures to BMP format
5) Output pictures to JPG format
6) Output pictures to TIF format
7) Output text to word document
8) Output text into Notepad document
9) Email
10) Export text to PDF
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11.4.9 View Mode
Click View Mode icon:
You can choose any of the five View modes:
1) Normal mode
2) Photo mode
3) List mode
4) Image mode
5) Text edit mode
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11.4.10 Picture Edit Tools
Select
Color Cut
Negative
Mirror Rotate Threshold
OCR
Erase Black edge
Quick notes
Font
Gray
Erase red eye
Pen
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Pencil
Line
Eraser
Rectangle
Previous
Next
Best size
A
ctual size
Zoom in
Zoom out
Full screen
Left rotate
Right rotate
Undo
Redo
Image size
Filler
Ellipse
Print
Redo
Print view
Save
Save as
Delete
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11.4.11 Email
Email function enables you to send files by email.
11.4.12 Search
By inputting key words, search function enables you to locate history files easily and efficiently.
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