Umax POWERLOOK 1120 User Manual

POWERLOOK 1120

OPERATION

MANUAL

Technical Installation Notice

Listed below is additional information that was not included in your Operation Manual. Please read it before installation.

For Mac users (For Mac OS 9 or later users, please skip this section)

1. If you are using Mac OS 8.6, check to make sure you have version 2.1 or later of the FireWire Support and FireWire Enabler extensions. Older versions will not function properly with this scanner.

2. If you need to update your FireWire extensions, they can be downloaded from Apple’s website. Please be aware that there are different versions based on the language used on your system. Make sure the extensions you download match the language and version of your Mac OS.

3. If you can’t find the FireWire installer for the language system you use, please do the following steps:

a. Delete FireWire Enabler and Support for the language system you use from the Extension folder,

say for example French System, move out the file named Activateur FireWire, Gestion FireWire.

b. Then drop the English version of FireWire Enabler and Support included in MagicScan CD into

Extension folder of System.

For Power Macintosh users using a PCI FireWire card

If you are using a PCI FireWire card, check to make sure you have version 2.3 or later of the FireWire. Otherwise please go to Apple’s website to download the extension.

For PC users using Windows 2000 or Windows XP

If the message “Digital Signature Not Found” appears when Windows 2000 or Windows XP first detects your scanner, please continue the installation by clicking the “YES” button.

For PC user on installing the hardware and software, please follow the steps below to install (Windows 2000/98 SE only).

1. Install the scanner driver (MagicScan) first.

2. Install an OHCI 1394 interface card to your PC.

3. Power on your scanner and wait for the ready light to come on.

4. Power on your PC and boot your Windows.

5. When the system first time detects your scanner, it will take about 30 to 60 seconds to find a proper driver.

6. Launch the scanner driver (MagicScan).

Warning: Be careful not to do the following…

• Do not attempt to connect the scanner to more than one computer at the same time.

• Do not connect more than one PowerLook 1120 to the same PC if you are using Windows 98.

(Windows 2000 does allow multiple scanners).

Adding or removing other IEEE 1394 devices to your system while “scan” or “preview” functions are running can cause data transmission errors.

UMAX PowerLook 1120

Color Scanner

Operation Manual

Thank you for purchasing the UMAX PowerLook 1120 color scanner. The PowerLook 1120 lets you easily scan documents and photographs into your computer and maintain them as electronic copies.

Main Features:

• High Resolution and Density Range: With a maximum resolution of 9600 dpi and high-density range,

it produces better gamma transformation, and will reproduce more detail in highlight and shadow areas.

• High Scanning Speed, Low Acoustic Noise: The scanner’s micro stepping technology greatly

increases scanning speed and at the same time reduces acoustic noise levels.

• Intelligent Scanning Control Interface called MagicScan: MagicScan provides a comprehensive

range of scanning control functions. Completing the package are the bundled award winning and proven software packages such as binuscan PhotoPerfect.

• Transparency Adapter: Allows the scanning of film, slides, and transparencies up to 8.5” x 10”.

• Proprietary Image Noise Reduction: The PowerLook 1120 uses a sealed optical system design that

blocks dust and excess reflections from penetrating the optical unit. The result is a more accurate noise free image.

System Requirements:

For PC Users: Pentium or higher, CD-ROM drive, hard drive with 50MB free disk space, 128MB memory, Microsoft Windows 98 SE (Second Edition), Windows 2000, or Windows XP, Windowscompatible keyboard, display and mouse. Recommended: SVGA or higher graphics card.

Trademarks

IBM, PC/AT and PS/2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. MS-Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple, Macintosh, Power Macintosh, and FireWire are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the US and worldwide. Other trademarks and brand names mentioned in this documentation are trademark properties of their respective holders.

Quick Start Guide………………………………………………………………………………...5

1. Unpack your Scanner………………………………………………………………………5

2. Unlock your Scanner……………………………………………………………………….5

3. Connect the FireWire (IEEE 1394) Cable………………………………………………….5

4. Connect the Power………………………………………………………………………….5

5. Power Up…………………………………………………………………………………...5

6. Software Installation………………………………………………………………………..5

Chapter 1: Getting Started……………………………………………………………………...6

Before You Begin……………………………………………………………………………...6 Unpack Your Scanner……………………………………………………………………………...6

Static Electricity Precautions……………………………………………………………………..6

A Glance At Your Scanner…………………………………………………………………….6 Prepare the Scanner……………………………………………………………………………7 Unlock the Optical Assembly of the Scanner……………………………………………………7

Test the Scanner…………………………………………………………………………………….8

Care and Maintenance Tips……………………………………………………………………8

Chapter 2: Macintosh Installation……………………………………………………………...9

Connect the Scanner to Your Computer……………………………………………………….9 Installing the Software…………………………………………………………………………9

Chapter 3: PC Installation……………………………………………………………………..10

Installing the Software………………………………………………………………………..10 Connect the Scanner to the Computer………………………………………………………..10

Chapter 4: How to Use Frame Holder………………………………………………………...11

How to Scan with Scan Frames………………………………………………………………11 Multiple Scanning Using the A4 / 35mm Slide Tray………………………………………….11

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Tips……………………………………………………………...13

General Approach…………………………………………………………………………….13 LED Indicators……………………………………………………………………………….14

Appendix A: Scanner Specifications…………………………………………………………..15

Glossary………………………………………………………………………………………….16

Quick Start Guide

This section serves as a quick reference to the connection and installation procedures for the PowerLook 1120 scanner.

1. Unpack your Scanner

Unpack your scanner. Make sure that all the scanner hardware, software, cabling, and documentation items indicated on the packing list are present.

2. Unlock your Scanner

Before using your scanner, ensure that the carriage lock of the scanner is in the unlocked position. Insert a coin in the thumbscrew of the optical assembly lock and turn it firmly counterclockwise to unlock the optical assembly. In the future, if you need to move the scanner, relock the assembly to avoid damage to the optics during transportation.

3. Connect the FireWire (IEEE 1394) Cable

Connect the FireWire (IEEE 1394) cable to the port on the back of the computer and the other end of the cable to the scanner.

4. Connect the Power

Connect the power cord to the scanner and plug the other end of the power cord into an available outlet (socket).

5. Power Up

a. Turn the scanner switch on. When the Ready indicator is on and steady, your scanner is ready to

use.

b. Turn on your computer.

6. Software Installation

We recommend that you install your image editing software first and then MagicScan.

a. Insert UMAX MagicScan CD into your CD-ROM drive.

b. Double-click on the MagicScan installer icon to start installation.

c. Follow the on-screen instructions to completely install MagicScan.

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