Canon scanner CanoScan N1240U User Manual

Canon Color Image Scanner
CanoScan N670U/N676U/N1240U
Product Guide 

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Use of a shielded cable with the ferrite core(s) provided with the scanner is necessary to comply with the technical
requirements of the EMC Directive.
Warning
When 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...

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Table of Contents
Handling and Care of the Scanner
 Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 5
Setup and Operating Conditions ................................................................... 7
Before Transporting the Scanner .................................................................. 8
Care and Maintenance ................................................................................... 9
Guide to the Software
ScanGear CS-U...

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Handling and Care of the Scanner
This section describes the general precautions for using the scanner. Please be sure to read each
section for safe handling and operation.
 Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 5
Setup and Operating Conditions ................................................................... 7
Before Transporting the Scanner .................................................................. 8
Care and Maintenance...

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 Safety Precautions
Please read and take note of the following precautions before using the equipment.
WARNING
Indicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or injury to
persons if not performed correctly. In order to use the equipment safely, always pay
attention to these warnings.
CAUTION
Indicates a caution concerning operations that may lead to injury to persons or
damage to property if not performed correctly. In order to use the equipment
safely, always pay attention to these...

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General Handling Precautions
WARNING
¥ Do not take apart or modify the equipment. 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 USB cable and contact your retailer or Canon
Customer Support Help Desk. Continued use may result in fires or electrical shock.
¥ Do not use flammable sprays near this equipment. Also do not spill water, liquids,
or flammable liquids on...

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Setup and Operating Conditions
¥ Please use in an area where the following temperature and humidity conditions can be met.
Surrounding temperature:
5 degrees - 35 degrees C (41 degrees - 95 degrees F)
Surrounding humidity:
10% - 90% RH (without condensation)
¥ Make certain there is plenty of clear space around the scanner.
Looking straight down on the scanner
¥ Set up the scanner so that the cable reaches from the scanner to the electrical outlet.
¥ Do not set up in areas where there is an excessive...

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Before Transporting the Scanner
Always lock the scanning unit by pushing the lock switch toward the lock mark before moving or
transporting the scanner.
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1. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer.
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2. Confirm the position of the scanning unit.
Open the document cover, and confirm that the scanning unit is at the front of the
scanner. If it has not returned, follow the procedures below to return the scanning...

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Care and Maintenance
Clean off the dirt and dust that adheres to the exterior, document glass and document cover of the
scanner during the course of ordinary operation using the following procedures.
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1. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer.
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2. When cleaning the document cover or document glass, dampen
a clean, soft cloth with water and wring the cloth well. Use the
well-wrung cloth to gently remove dirt and...

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Guide to the Software
This section introduces to the software programs bundled with the scanner. For detailed instructions of
each program, please read the respective PDF manuals contained in the CD-ROM.
The screen shots in this manual are taken from the Windows platform, unless otherwise noted.
Guide to the Software
ScanGear CS-U .......................................................................... 11
ScanGear Toolbox .................................................................... 13...