Canon Imageformula Dr M140 User Guide

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Features of the Scanner
The main features of the DR-M140 document scanner are described 
below.
●Compact Design
The scanner has a compact size of 313 mm (12.32) (W) x 93 mm 
(3.66) (H) x 181 mm (7.13) (D) when the document feed tray is 
closed.
●Fast Document Feeding
Documents can be scanned at a speed of up to 40 pages per 
minute (when scanning one-sided or two-sided documents of A4 
size at 200 dpi).
●Two Eject Paths for Scanning a Variety of Documents
Use the space saving U-turn path to scan paper of standard 
thickness, or use the straight path to scan cards and other thick 
documents.
●High Image Quality
The 600 dpi optical resolution sensor incorporated in the scanner 
enables documents to be scanned with high image quality.
●USB 2.0 Interface
The scanner supports Hi-Speed USB 2.0.
●Color/Grayscale Support
Documents can be scanned in 24-bit color or 256-level grayscale.
●Supports a Variety of Scanning Modes
The scanner supports the following scanning modes, depending on 
the document type:
 Single-sided or double-sided scanning (with Skip Blank Page 
function)
 Continuous or single sheet feed
●Card Scan
You can scan business or ID cards.
●Paper Size Detection
The scanner automatically detects the size of a scanned document 
and eliminates any unnecessary space around the edges of the 
image when storing the image, even when storing a document of 
irregular size.
●Auto Color Detection
The scanner detects whether the scanned document is in color, 
grayscale, or black and white, and saves the image accordingly.●Full Auto Mode
A Full Auto Mode is provided in the supplied software, 
CaptureOnTouch, to allow scanning under automatically 
determined conditions. Scanning conditions such as the color mode 
and page size are set automatically based on the document being 
scanned.
●Auto Resolution Detection
When enabled in the CaptureOnTouch or scanner driver settings, 
this function detects the content of documents and determines the 
scanning resolution automatically.
●Folio Scan
You can scan folded documents. The scanner will scan both sides 
and combine the scanned images into a single image.
●Deskew
The scanner straightens scanned images when it detects that the 
document was placed askew.
●Ultrasonic Double Feed Detection
Ultrasonic waves are used to detect pages that are fed at the same 
time, and scanning stops if a double feed is detected.
●Double Feed Detection Ignore
When a double feed is detected, the DFR button on the operation 
panel is lit. You can continue scanning by pressing the DFR button.
●Text Enhancement Modes
The scanner is equipped with an Advanced Text Enhancement 
Mode to enhance the text of documents with dark or uneven 
backgrounds, and an Advanced Text Enhancement II mode to 
enhance the text when both the text and background are light.
These modes may not work, depending on the type of document.
●Color Drop-out
The scanner is equipped with a Color Drop-out function that 
enables you to specify a color for the scanner to omit from the 
scanned image during black and white or grayscale scanning.
●Skip Blank Page Function
The scanner is equipped with a Skip Blank Page function that 
enables you to scan a document without storing images of blank 
pages, regardless of whether each page of the document is two-
sided or one-sided. Both sides are scanned, but saving the image 
is skipped for scan images judged to be from a blank page.
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●Prescan Function
The scanner is equipped with a Prescan function that allows you to 
adjust the contrast and brightness of a prescanned image and then 
send the adjusted image to the application software, without 
needing to scan the document again.
●Character/Line Emphasis Function
If characters and lines in scanned images are not clearly visible, you 
can use this function to adjust their thickness during scanning.
●Skew Detection Function
The scanner automatically stops operation when documents are 
fed at an excessive slant to prevent damage to documents.
●Start Scanning from the Operating Panel
You can start scanning by launching CaptureOnTouch with the 
operating panel buttons. By default, Job No.1 is assigned to Scan 
First, which allows you to easily scan a document by just following 
the instructions on the screen.
●Auto Start
The scanner is equipped with an auto start function, which enables 
scanning to be automatically started when a document placed in the 
feeder is detected.
●Sleep Mode
The scanner is designed to save energy by automatically entering 
the sleep mode if 10 minutes elapse without scanning or another 
operation being performed.
Hint
Some functions may not be available depending on the software you 
are using.
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Names and Functions of Parts
Front View (With the Feed Tray Open)
AOPEN Lever
Raise this to open the upper unit.
BDocument Eject Extension Support
Open this when scanning documents longer than 150 mm in 
length.
CDocument Eject Tray / Upper Unit
Scanned documents are output here.
Open this when cleaning the inside of the scanner or replacing 
rollers.
DDocument Feed Tray
Place the document.
EDocument Guides
Align the document guides with both edges of the document to 
ensure that the document feeds straightly.
FVentilation Holes
These cool the interior of the scanner. Do not block the ventilation 
holes, as doing so might cause overheating.
GOperating Panel
A range of scanning operations can be performed with this, such 
as starting and stopping scans, executing registered jobs, and 
cancelling double feed detection. (See p. 24)
HPower button
Press this to turn on the scanner. The button remains lit while the 
power is on.
Press and hold the button until the light goes out to turn off the 
scanner.
The power button lights or flashes as follows depending on the 
scanner status.
IFeed Selection Lever
Use this to change the way documents are fed.
Set the lever to the lower position when scanning documents 
consecutively. (See p. 27)
Set the lever to the upper position when scanning documents one 
page at a time or scanning multi-page documents that are fastened 
together. (See p. 27)
JLED Indicator (Orange)
This lights during non separation feeding mode.
1
2
3
6
7 4
5 A
C B
E DG
F
J
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Power Button Indication Description
Lit Power is on
Flashing Sleep mode
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Back View
AKensington Slot
Connect an anti-theft key chain or the like.
BStraight Path Tray
When using the straight path, scanned documents are output here.
CUSB Connector
Connect the supplied USB cable to this connector.
DPower Connector
Connect the supplied AC adapter to this connector.
Operating Panel
AJob No. Indicator
This displays the number of the job selected with the operating 
panel, errors, and other information.
BJob Select Button 
This selects registered jobs. Every time the button is pressed, the 
Job No. displayed in the Job No. Indicator changes.
CDFR (Double Feed Release) Button
This is lit when a document double feed is detected. Pressing this 
button cancels the double feed detection function, allowing you to 
continue scanning.
DStop Button
This stops active jobs.
EStart Button
This executes the job displayed in the Job No. Indicator.
Displayed Error Codes
When a scanning error occurs, the following error codes are displayed 
in the Job No. Indicator.
Other Displays
When the straight path tray is opened or closed, the eject method is 
displayed in the Job No. Indicator.
1
2
3
4 A
C B
D
1
2
3
4 A
C B
E D
: displayed when the upper unit is open.
: displayed when a paper jam is detected.
: displayed when a double feed is detected while scanning.
: displayed when a skewed document is detected.
: displayed for other errors.
: flashes during straight path mode.
: animates during U-turn path mode.
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Documents
The scanner can scan documents ranging in size from business cards 
to LTR/A4. The document sizes that this scanner can scan are shown 
below.
Plain Paper
Size
Width:  50.8 mm to 216 mm (2 to 8.5)
Length:  54 mm to 356 mm (2.12 to 14) (You can scan 
documents up to 3,000 mm (118.1) long by setting the 
scanner to the Long Document mode.)
Paper thickness
Straight path: 27 to 255 g/m
2 (7 to 68 lb bond) 0.04 mm to 
0.3 mm (0.00157 to 0.0118)
U-turn path: 27 to 128 g/m
2 (7 to 34 lb bond) 0.04 mm to 
0.15 mm (0.00157 to 0.0075)
Loading capacity
A4 size or smaller: 50 sheets
Larger than A4 size: 40 sheets
IMPORTANT
The documents to be scanned must satisfy certain criteria. Read the 
following items carefully.
 When scanning multiple documents of different sizes, place the 
documents so that they cover the entire span of the feed rollers by 
aligning the centers and leading edges of the documents. It is recommended that documents exceeding 356 mm (14) size 
are fed one sheet at a time.
 Scanning documents before the ink is dry can cause problems with 
the scanner. Always make sure that the ink on a document is dry 
before scanning it.
 Scanning documents that are written in pencil or similar material 
may make the rollers and scanning glass dirty, which can lead to 
smudges on the scanned image and transfer the dirt to subsequent 
documents. Always clean the internal parts of the scanner after 
scanning such documents.
 When scanning a two-sided document that is printed on thin paper, 
the image on the opposite side of each page may show through. In 
this case, adjust the scanning intensity in the application software 
before scanning the document.
 Laminated documents may not be scanned correctly, depending 
on the document.
 It is recommended that thin documents be fed one page at a time.
 Scanning the following types of documents can cause a paper jam 
or malfunction. To scan such a document, make a photocopy of the 
document and then scan the photocopy.
Business Card
Size:  50 mm x 85 mm (1.97 x 3.35) or larger
Paper thickness:  380 g/m
2 (80 lb bond) 0.45 mm (0.0177) or larger
Orientation:  Vertical feeding only
Eject method: Straight path only
IMPORTANT
If a stack of business cards cannot be fed properly, reduce the 
number of cards in the stack.
Feed roller Align the leading 
edges
Align the centers
There are creases or 
fold lines.Carbon paper
There are curls. The surface is coated.
There are tears.Extremely thin document 
such as semi-transparent 
thin paper.
There are clips or 
staples.Documents with excessive 
paper dust particles.
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Card (plastic)
Size:  54 mm x 86 mm (2.12 x 3.37) (ISO standard)
Card thickness:  0.76 mm (0.03) or less, 1.4 mm (0.055) or less 
for the embossment
Orientation:  Vertical or horizontal feeding (only vertical for 
embossed cards)
Eject method: Straight path only
Loading capacity: 3 cards (non-embossed), 1 card (embossed)
CAUTION
• Use the straight path when scanning cards.
 Embossed cards may not be able to be scanned correctly, 
depending on the type of embossment.
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How to Place Documents
Switching the Feed and Eject 
Methods
Switch the feed and eject methods based on the type of document you 
are scanning.Standard feeding is used to feed documents one page at a time. Non 
separation feeding is used to feed bound or fastened multi-page 
documents or folded documents without separating them.
Feed and Eject Methods for Different Document Types
Hint
When scanning documents that contain both plain paper and plastic 
cards, place the cards at the top and use the straight path.
The U-turn path is used when the straight path tray at the rear of the 
scanner is closed, and the straight path is used when it is opened.
U-turn path Straight path
Standard feeding is used when the feed selection lever at the front of the 
scanner is lowered, and non separation feeding is used when it is raised.Standard feedingNon separation  
feedingDocument typeFeed 
methodEject 
methodRemarks
Plain paper Either Either
Business cards EitherStraight 
pathPlace cards vertically.
Plastic cards EitherStraight 
pathEmbossed cards 
must be placed 
vertically one card at 
a time. Up to three 
non-embossed cards 
can be placed at one 
time (either vertically 
or horizontally).
Thick paper EitherStraight 
path
Thin paper Either Either
Bound or 
fastened paper 
(e.g., invoices)Non sepa-
ration  
feedingEither
Long 
documentsNon sepa-
ration  
feedingEither
Half-folded 
paperNon sepa-
ration  
feedingEither
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Placing Documents
1Switch the feed method based on the type of document 
you are scanning.
When scanning plain paper or business cards, set the feed 
selection lever to the standard feeding position (lower position). 
The pages of a multi-page document will be separated and fed 
one page at a time.
When scanning plastic cards or bound or fastened paper (e.g., 
invoices), set the feed selection lever to the non separation  
feeding position (upper position). As documents are scanned 
without page separation, place the documents one page at a time 
(one set in the case of bound or fastened paper).
For details on the feed methods for each document type, see 
p. 27.
2Open the document feed tray.
3Switch the eject method based on the type of document 
you are scanning.
Ordinarily, you should scan with the straight path tray at the rear 
of the scanner closed (U-turn path).
When scanning business cards, plastic cards, or other documents 
you do not want to bend, open the straight path tray (straight 
path).
For details on the eject methods for each document type, see 
p. 27.
4If you are scanning long documents with the U-turn path, 
open the document eject extension support.
Straight path
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5Adjust the document guides to fit the width of the 
document to be scanned.
6Place the document.
After placing the document, align the document guides with both 
edges of the document.
IMPORTANT
 When placing documents into the feed tray, take care not to cut 
your hand on the edges of the paper.
 Make sure that the document does not exceed the loading limit 
marks ( ) on the document guides. Up to 50 pages of ordinary 
plain paper (80 g/m
2) can be loaded at the same time. Before you place a document, check to make sure it does not 
contain paper clips, staples, or other small metal objects. These 
items may cause a fire or electrical shock, damage the document, 
or cause a paper jam or scanner malfunction.
 Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that may get caught in the 
scanner while you are using it, as this may result in personal injury. 
Be extra careful of neckties and long hair. If anything gets caught in 
the scanner, immediately turn OFF the power switch, and 
disconnect the power cord from the power outlet to stop scanning.
 Always smooth out any folds or curls in your documents before 
placing them into the feeder. If the leading edge of a document is 
curled, it may cause a paper jam.
 If feeding stops due to a system error or paper jam while the 
scanner is scanning, resolve the problem, make sure that the 
scanned image of the last page that was successfully fed has been 
stored, and then resume scanning the remaining document pages.
 After you finish scanning, close the document feed tray, document 
eject extension support, and straight path tray to prevent damage 
to the scanner while it is not being used.
 When scanning multi-page documents that are fastened together 
(e.g., invoices), place the document so that the fastened edge is 
toward the feed tray.
 Be careful when scanning paper that is longer than A4 or letter 
(LTR) size or thin paper, as the documents may fall off of the eject 
tray after scanning.
 When using the straight path, documents will be ejected from the 
rear of the scanner. Do not place any obstructions near the 
document eject outlet. To ensure that the documents are ejected 
smoothly, make sure that the scanner is placed on a smooth, flat 
surface.
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Placing Cards
1Set the feed selection lever to the standard feeding 
position (lower position).
2Open the document feed tray.
3Open the straight path tray.
CAUTION
Open the straight path tray when scanning cards. Scanning with 
the U-turn path may damage the card.
4Adjust the document guides to fit the width of the card to 
be scanned.
5Place the card.
Up to three non-embossed cards can be placed vertically or 
horizontally at one time. Embossed cards must be placed one at 
a time and vertically.
CAUTION
 Use the straight path when scanning cards.
 Embossed or laminated cards may not be scanned correctly, 
depending on the card.
 Ultrasonic double feed detection will not function properly when 
scanning cards. Clear the [Detect by Ultrasonic] check box in the 
[Feeding] tab.
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