Canon scanner CanoScan 9000F User Manual

							Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide
QT5-2915-V01 ©CANON INC. 2010 PRINTED IN THAILAND
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Please read this guide before operating this scanner. After you finish reading this guide, 
store it in a safe place for future reference.
Table of Contents
Safety Precautions.............................. 1 Using the Scanner Buttons ................. 10
Package Contents............................... 3 Scanning with MP Navigator EX ......... 11
Installing the Software......................... 4 Scanning Film ..................................... 12
Preparing the Scanner ........................ 7 Specifications ...................................... 16
Try Scanning ....................................... 9
CANON U.S.A. INC.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 U.S.A.
CANON AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
1 Thomas Holt Drive, North Ryde, Sydney N.S.W. 2113, Australia
CANON NEW ZEALAND LIMITED
Akoranga Business Park, Akoranga Drive, Northcote, Auckland, New Zealand 
						

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their respective companies.FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only)For 120V, 60Hz model
Model Number : K10346This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) 
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the 
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of a shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or 
modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza
Lake Success, NY 11042
1-516-328-5600The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
As an ENERGY STAR
® Partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this product meets 
the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
WarningWhen you use this product, you should pay attention to the following legal issues:
• Scanning of certain documents, such as bank notes (bank bills), government bonds and public 
certificates, may be prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil liability.
• You may be required under law to obtain authorization from a person possessing copyrights or 
other legal rights to the item being scanned. 
If you are uncertain of the legality of scanning any particular item, you should consult your legal 
adviser in advance. 
						

							Safety Precautions
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Safety Precautions
Please read and take note of the following precautions before using the scanner and accessories.
WARNINGIndicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or injury to persons if not performed
correctly. In order to use the scanner safely, always pay attention to these warnings.
CAUTIONIndicates a caution concerning operations that may lead to injury to persons or damage to property if not
performed correctly. In order to use the scanner safely, always pay attention to these cautions.
About Locations
WARNING• Do not place the scanner near flammable liquids such as alcohol or thinners. If the internal electrical 
parts come in contact with flammable liquids, fire or electrical shock may result.
CAUTION• Do not place the scanner in areas with high humidity, areas subject to direct sunlight, areas with high 
temperatures and areas near flame sources. Fire or electrical shock may result.
• Do not place the scanner on shaky stands, unstable surfaces or surfaces subject to frequent 
vibrations. If the scanner falls, it may cause injuries.
• Do not push the scanner into a narrow cabinet or put a tablecloth on it or place on a thick rug. If the 
scanner has heat, it may cause fire or damage.
About the Power Supply
WARNING• Do not plug the power cord into outlets with voltages other than the specified voltages. Incorrect 
voltages may result in fire or electrical shock.
• Do not place heavy objects on, pull or excessively bend, twist or tie the power cord. Damaged wires 
may cause fire or electrical shock.
• Unplug the power cord from the outlet periodically and use a dry cloth to clean the area around the 
base of the outlet to ensure that all dust is removed. Also do not plug in/unplug the power cord with 
wet hands. Fire or electrical shock may result.
• Do not connect excessive numbers of plugs into one electrical outlet. Fire or electrical shock may 
result.
• Always plug the power cord in all the way. If it is not plugged in completely, fire or electrical shock 
may result.
• Do not use cables other than the one supplied. Fire or electrical shock may result.
• Do not use extension cords in corridors or other high traffic areas where they can be stepped on or 
tripped over. This could damage the cords and result in fire or electrical shock.
• If lightning strikes in your neighborhood, unplug the power cord from the outlet and refrain from using 
it. Lightning strikes could cause a fire, electric shock, or damage to the scanner.
WA R N I N GThis product emits low level magnetic flux. If you use a cardiac pacemaker and feel abnormalities,
please move away from this product and consult your doctor. 
						

							Safety Precautions
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CAUTION• As a rule, do not use electrical extension cords. Fire or electrical shock may result. If the use of an 
extension cord is necessary, do not use one longer than 5 m (approximately 16.4 feet). Make sure 
that the extension cord is not twisted, and that the power cord is fully plugged into the extension cord. 
Do not use multiple extension cords.
• When unplugging the power cord, always pull on the main body. Pulling the cord may damage the 
wires and lead to fire or electrical shock.
• Do not place objects around the power cord in case it needs to be unplugged during emergencies.
General Handling Precautions
WARNING• Do not take apart or modify the scanner and supplies. Fire or electrical shock may result from 
improper handling of its components.
• If you hear unusual noises, see smoke, feel excessive heat or smell anything unusual, immediately 
unplug the power cord and contact your retailer or Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Continued 
use of the scanner may result in fires or electrical shock.
• Do not use flammable sprays near the scanner. Do not spill water or liquids into the scanner. Also do 
not drop metallic pieces such as paper clips or staples into the scanner. If they enter and contact the 
inner electrical parts, fire or electrical shock may result.
• When cleaning the scanner, always unplug the power cord. Wipe with a soft dry cloth. When it is still 
dirty, use a cloth damped with water and wrung well, and then wipe off moisture with a soft dry cloth. 
Do not use flammable liquids such as alcohol, benzene or thinners. If a flammable liquid enters the 
inner electrical parts or the cables are damaged by plugging/unplugging, fire or electrical shock may 
result.
• When transporting the scanner, always unplug the cables. Damaged cables could cause fire or 
electrical shock.
If anything enters the scanner, immediately unplug the power cord. Then contact your retailer or Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.
CAUTION• Do not release the document cover until it completely opens/closes. If the document cover falls, it 
may lead to pinch your hands or damage the scanner and result in injury.
• Do not place heavy objects on the scanner. Objects may fall and cause injuries.
• Do not place items that weigh 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs.) or more on the platen glass. Also, do not press heavily 
(i.e., more than 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs.)) on the document cover, the platen glass or the light source glass. 
The glass may break and cause personal injury.
• Do not drop heavy books or objects on the scanner. Also do not give a shock to the platen glass and 
the light source glass. The glass may break and cause personal injury.
• When not in use for extended periods, unplug the power cord for safety.
• Do not use the supplied CD-ROM in regular CD players. It produces excessively loud sound that may 
cause hearing damage.
Setup and Operating Conditions
• Do not set up in areas where there are excessive fluctuations in temperature. Also do not move the 
scanner from low-temperature areas to high-temperature areas. Condensation may cause image 
errors. Leave the scanner enough time to gradually adapt to the new conditions before use.
• Do not place the scanner in areas subject to direct sunlight or strong room light. It may cause 
damage to the scanner or decrease image quality. If you have to place it in direct sunlight, make sure 
to use a thick curtain to block the light.
• Leave enough space (approximately 20 cm (8 in.)) around the scanner when setting up. 
						

							Package Contents
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Package Contents
Scanner and Accessories
Documentation
•Quick Start Guide (this document)
•Additional Documents
Setup CD-ROM
•Software Programs- ScanGear (scanner driver)
- MP Navigator EX (utility software)
- Solution Menu (menu panel software)
- ArcSoft PhotoStudio (image editing software)
•On-Screen Manual (for ScanGear, MP Navigator EX, and troubleshooting)
Adobe Photoshop Elements DVD
Refer to the instruction sheet for installing.
*In this guide, Windows Vista operating system Ultimate screenshots are used to illustrate explanations 
common to all operating systems.
Additionally, the every edition of Windows 7 operating system is referred to as Windows 7, the every 
edition of Windows Vista as Windows Vista, and Windows XP Home Edition/Professional as Windows 
XP.
Scanner USB Cable Film Guide
(for 120 format film) Film Guides
 (for 35 mm film strip/slide)Power Cord 
						

							Installing the Software
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Installing the Software
1Place the Setup CD-ROM in the drive.
For Macintosh: Double-click the Setup icon. Enter the administrator ID and password on the 
authentication dialog box.
For Windows XP/Windows 2000 and Macintosh, skip step 2 and go to step 3.
2For Windows 7/Windows Vista, when the AutoPlay 
dialog box appears, run the setup program, and then 
click Continue or Ye s to proceed when the User 
Account Control dialog box appears.
3If prompted, select your language and place of residence, and then click Next.
In some countries, these dialog boxes will not appear.
• Do NOT connect the scanner to a computer before installing the software. If you connect the 
scanner, unplug the USB cable from the computer. When the Found New Hardware screen 
appears, unplug the USB cable from the computer and click Cancel. The screen may close 
automatically when the USB cable is unplugged.
• Quit all running applications before installation.
• For Windows: Uninstall software bundled with the Canon scanner before upgrading from 
Windows Vista to Windows 7, then, install the bundled software again.
• For Macintosh: After upgrading from Mac OS X v.10.5 or lower to Mac OS X v.10.6, install 
software bundled with the Canon scanner.
• Log in as an administrator to install the software.
• Do not switch users during the installation process. 
						

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4Click Easy Install on the main menu.
5Click Install to start installation.
Carefully read the License Agreement, and then click Ye s to 
proceed.
For Macintosh, skip step 6 and go to step 7.
6For Windows, carefully read the Please Allow All 
Install Wizard Processes screen, and then click Next.
7Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the 
installation.
8For users in the U.S.A., when the User Registration 
screen appears, follow the on-screen instructions to 
ensure product support.
For Macintosh, skip step 9 and go to step 10. 
						

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9For Windows, when the Extended Survey Program 
screen appears, confirm it.
If you can agree, click Agree.
10When the installation is complete, follow the on-screen 
instructions.
For Windows: Click Restart. After restarting the computer, 
Solution Menu will appear.
For Macintosh: Click Exit. Solution Menu icon will be 
registered in the Dock.

You can select either MP Navigator EX, On-Screen Manual, 
or the Online Registration.
* The Online Registration is available for users in the U.S.A. 
only.
• Make sure to remove the CD-ROM from the drive and store it in a safe place.
• If you encounter a problem during installation, see Troubleshooting in On-Screen Manual. 
						

							Preparing the Scanner
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Preparing the Scanner
Unlocking the Scanner
1Peel the shipping tapes off the scanner.
2Open the document cover and slide the scanner lock switch toward the unlock mark 
().
3Close the document cover.
• The document cover is locked temporarily at an angle of about 50 degrees.
• Handle the scanner with both hands. Be careful not to drop the scanner.
• When you carry or transport the scanner, press the ON button to turn the power off, and then 
make sure to slide the scanner lock switch toward the lock mark ( ) to fasten the scanning 
unit.
Unlock Mark 
						

							Preparing the Scanner
8 Connecting the Scanner
1Connect the scanner to your computer with the supplied USB cable.
2Connect the supplied power cord to the scanner.
3Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.
4Press ( ) to turn the power on.
Tu r n i n g  t h e  P o w e r  O f f
To turn the scanner off, be sure to press the ON button. Check the POWER lamp goes off, and then 
unplug the power cord.
If you unplug the power cord while the POWER lamp is lighting or blinking, the scanning unit does not 
move correctly.
• Only use the USB cable and the power cord provided with the scanner. Use of other cables 
may lead to a malfunction.
• Do not touch the metallic parts of the USB connector.
• Always attach the power cord to the scanner before plugging into the electrical outlet. 
Reversing this order may lead to malfunctions.
• When the scanner is connected to the USB 1.1 port and This device can perform faster or 
HI-SPEED USB Device Plugged into non-HI-SPEED USB Hub message appears, ignore 
the message. The scanner operates in this condition without problems.