Canon scanner CanoScan 4200F User Manual

							Scanning Film
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Scanning Film
You can scan 35 mm film (film strip or slides) with this scanner.
Positioning the Film 
Use the following procedures to insert the film into the Film Guide built into the document cover.
1Remove the protective sheet from the document cover. 
Slide the protective sheet up to remove it.  
When you finish scanning, put the protective sheet back by aligning it with the grooves in the document 
cover and sliding it downward into place.
2Remove the Film Guide from the document cover.
Hold the document cover so that it doesn’t close, then c press down and hold the lever at the Film 
Guide’s top left and 
d tilt the Film Guide outward and lift it up.
• Always put the protective sheet back when you are not scanning film to protect the 
light source in the document cover.
• You can purchase the Accessory Kit for CanoScan 4200F (CSAK-4200F) if the 
protective sheet or Film Guide are lost or damaged.
Film Strip
Slides
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3Insert a fingernail into the slot in the Film Guide and open the Film Holder.
4Insert the film into the Film Guide. 
Place the film face down with the frames in reverse order. Close the film holder. 
• Hold the film by the edges with your fingertips to avoid getting fingerprints or dirt 
on the film surface. 
• Use a blower brush to remove any dust from the film, document glass or light source 
unit.
• Do not block the calibration slot on the Film Guide when you are scanning film. 
Colors will not be scanned correctly if the calibration slot is obstructed.
• Ensure that there is no gap between the edge of the film and the Film Guide on the 
side near the calibration slot.
• Close the film holder securely. Press lightly above the three slots until it clicks into 
place.
Scanning Curled Film
When curled film is scanned, extra light will enter 
through any gaps and produce bands of color around 
the edges of the scanned image. If this occurs, use the 
supplied shield to hold down the film and block the 
light as shown in the figure.
Film StripSlides
Calibration Slot Calibration Slot 
						

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5Return the Film Guide to the document cover.
Hold the document cover and c insert the bottom edge of the Film Guide into the bottom groove in the 
document cover, and then 
d tilt the top of the Film Guide up into the document cover until it locks 
securely into place with a click.
6Close the document cover.
When you close the document cover, check the document glass to ensure that there are no photographs 
or documents left upon it.
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Scanning Film
The following steps explain how to scan the film with ArcSoft PhotoStudio.
1Start ArcSoft PhotoStudio.
Refer to step 2 on page 7.
2Start ScanGear CS.
Refer to step 4 on page 8.
3Select the [Select Source].
You can select from the following options for films.
Negative Film (Color) / Positive Film (Color)
4Click [Preview].
ScanGear CS will display the preview image(s).
5Place a check mark beside the number(s) of the 
frame(s) to be scanned.
By default, a check mark appears beside the first frame only. 
You can scan multiple frames in one step if you place a check 
mark beside the number of each frame you wish to include.
6Select the [Destination].
You can select [Print] or [Image display].
When [Print] is selected, the output resolution is set to 300 
dpi. When [Image display] is selected, it is set to 150 dpi. 
						

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7Select the [Output Size].
You can select from the following options.
• If you selected [Print ] in Step 6, you can select Flexible, 
4x6, A4 and Letter to match the size of the paper for 
printing.
• If you selected [Image display] in Step 6, you can select 
Flexible, 640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1600 x 1200 
and 2048 x 1536 to match the sizes used by computer 
monitors and digital cameras.
8Click [Scan].
The final scan will start.
When the scan is complete, click the ScanGear CS 
close box 
.
The scanned image will appear in ArcSoft PhotoStudio.
9Save the scanned image.
Click the [File] menu and select [Save As]. Select the folder where you wish to store the image file, enter 
a file name, select a file type (JPEG format is recommended) and click [Save].
10Click the close box   in the PhotoStudio window to close it.
• If the scanner does not perform as described above, read the Troubleshooting 
section of the Scanning Guide (HTML format manual).
• For details about the bundled software programs, read the Scanning Guide or the 
user guides (PDF format manuals) for each software program on the CanoScan Setup 
Utility CD-ROM. 
						

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Specifications
*1 16 bit output supported for film scanning only.*2 The fastest speed in USB 2.0 Hi-Speed mode on Windows PC. Transfer time to computer is not included.*3 Calibration processing time is not included.*4 Slides must be less than 2 mm thick.*5 AC adapter type varies according to the region in which the scanner is purchased.
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Upgrading to USB 2.0
To upgrade a computer to the USB 2.0 standard, please use one the following USB expansion cards/hubs 
that have been verified by Canon for compatibility.
Expansion Cards
• Adaptec USB2connect 5100: PCI bus
• Adaptec USB2connect 3100LP: PCI bus
• Adaptec USB2connect 2000LP: PCI bus
• Adaptec DuoConnect: PCI bus
Hubs
• Adaptec XHUB4
• Adaptec XHUB4PLUS
• Adaptec XHUB7PLUS
For installation procedures, please read the instructions that accompany the USB expansion card/hub.CanoScan 4200F
Scanner TypeFlatbed
Scanning ElementCCD 6-line color
Light SourceCold cathode fluorescent lamp
Optical Resolution3200 x 6400 dpi
Selectable Resolution25 - 19200 dpi
Scanning Bit DepthColor 16 bit input / 16 bit or 8 bit output for each color (RGB)
Grayscale
16 bit input / 16 bit or 8 bit output 
*1
Scanning Speed*2
(Photo or Document)Color2.5 msec./line (800 dpi), 8.95 msec./line (3200 dpi)
Grayscale, B&W2.5 msec./line (800 dpi), 8.95 msec./line (3200 dpi)
Scanning Speed*2 (Film)Color, GrayScale, B&W10 - 160 msec./line
Preview Speed
*3Approximately 2.6 sec.
InterfaceUSB 2.0 Hi-Speed,
USB (USB 1.1 equivalent)
Maximum Document SizeA4/Letter: 216 x 297 mm
Film Type/Number of Frames 35 mm strip (negative/positive)/4 frames
35 mm slide (negative/positive)/2 frames 
*4
Scanner Buttons4 buttons: COPY, SCAN, PDF, E-MAIL
Operating RangeTe m p e r a t u r e10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Humidity10% to 90% RH, 20% to 80% RH when scanning film 
(without condensation formation)
Power Requirements
AC adapter (100/120/230/240V) 
*5
Power Consumption In operation: 17.8 watts maximum, Stand-by: 7 watts   
(Using supplied AC adapter)
Maximum Exterior Dimensions259 x 473 x 81 mm
WeightApproximately 2.8 kg
•  After upgrading to Windows XP, reinstall ScanGear CS and CanoScan Toolbox according 
to the steps on page 4.  
						

							System Information
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System Information
This form should be used to record the operating environment for the purchased scanner. 
If any problems occur with the scanner, you will need this information when you contact our Customer 
Support Help Desk. Be sure to record the information and store it in a safe location.
• This information is also required to request a repair under warranty. Make sure you record the 
information and store it in a safe location.
• Guaranteed servicing for this equipment will expire five years after production ceases. 
• About the Computer UsedDate of Purchase:
Dealer Name/Dealer Tel:
Dealer Address:
Scanner Model: CanoScan 4200F
Serial Number (on the back of the equipment):
Manufacturer: Model:
CPU: Clock Speed: MHz
Memory Capacity (RAM): MB
Space Available: MB Hard Disk Capacity: MB
OS:     Windows  XP  Me  2000  98
Monitor Type: Monitor Size: inches
Printer: Manufacturer:
Type of Printer: Printer Resolutions:
Installed Virus Protection Program:
Installed Compression Program:
On-Board Expansion Cards:
Attached Peripherals:
Connected Network System:
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this model meets the ENERGY STAR Program for 
energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving 
through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of 
products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can 
participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, 
copiers, scanners and multifunction systems. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations.