1Model FB750ImageReader PowerScanUser’s GuideVersion 980605Info Peripherals 1998
10Package ContentsScanner12-Volt Power AdapterD25P Parallel CableQuick Start GuideCD-ROM disc with Scanner Driver, Application Software, User’s Guide
111. Scanner2. Power Supply3. D25P Cable4. PC Parallel Port5. Printer CableConnecting the Power Adapter to a Power SupplyThe Power Adapter should be p
12Scanner Driver and ApplicationSoftware InstallationStarting the Installation ProgramMost Windows 95/98 and Windows NT computers have Autorun enabled
13Note: If your scanner came as part of a scanner and camera package, some of the followinginformation will be repeated in your Camera User’s Guide.
14Installing filesThe scanner driver will take a few moments to write theappropriate files to your hard drive.PC Compatibility InformationWhen the dri
15If you want to change the information that waspre-entered by your computer, you will have toclear the line (click your mouse on the line andeither d
16your installation called Headliner.Headliner is a news and information retrieval service that isdesigned to display the news and information in an e
17Installing filesOnce you have completed filling in the requiredinformation, PictureFun will proceed to install on yourcomputer.During the installati
18As you go through the installation, there are some pointswhere you will be asked to fill in information.Each section here is a separate installation
19The default directory for InfoCenter Lite is C:\InfoLite. There are two methods to change thedestination directory if you want to install to a diff
2TrademarksMicrosoft is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.Windows and MS-DOS are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.IBM, PC, AT, X
20InfoCenter Lite Installation CompleteWhen the InfoCenter Lite installation isfinished copying files onto your hard driveand setting up the applicati
21InfoCenter 32D:\Setup32\Set32.exePictureFun!D:\Setup32\ColorDesk\Setup.exeAdobe Acrobat ReaderD:\Adobe\Acroread.exeScanner Driver (Windows 95/98/NT)
22Scanner OperationThe following directions specify using your scanner with InfoCenter 32 or InfoCenter Lite. How-ever, most TWAIN compliant applicat
23If there is nothing listed in the source selection window, the scanner driver is not installed.See the Troubleshooting section for information on wh
24The PowerScan TWAIN interface is divided into two windows: the Control Window and the PreviewWindow. The Control Window is further divided into sec
25B/W Line ArtLine Art captures the image in black and white only (single-bit) with no intermediate shades of gray.Because there is very little image
26The ImageReader PowerScan is capable of a maximum resolution of 9600dpi (600x600Optical). However, if you try to scan at 9600 dpi, be very aware th
27ScaleYou can resize your image before you scan it by setting the scale. Ifyou set the scale to 25%, your image will be reduced to one quarter ofits
28Color WizardColor Enhance will automatically make adjustments to thescanned output to achieve a closer match to the colors of youroriginal in the sc
29Histogram/Tone MapWith the Histogram/Tone Map, you can make adjustments to color values: brightest,middle & darkest gray.Each item can be config
3Table of ContentsIntroduction ...
30Halftone Patterns: Halftone mimics grayscale by varying the size of the dots. Use this screen tochoose how the dots will be varied to achieve the e
31ScanAfter you have made any necessary adjustments to the scanning control, this button will begin the actual scan.Note: The Scan button will remain
32Included Applications and Readingthe Software ManualsThis section of the manual is intended as a quick reference to the applications that came with
33In InfoCenter 32 and InfoCenter Lite you can scan documents, images, and anything you want toscan. InfoCenter 32 and InfoCenter Lite will display y
34If you are scanning pictures or objects, you can scan directly into any of the PictureFun suite (exceptfor the Setup and informational ones) or, in
35PictureMall is not directly affiliated with Info. You will need to contact PictureMall for anyquestions about orders or pricing for items ordered t
36Do you want to read the InfoCenter 32 or InfoCenter Lite manual? You will want touse the Adobe Acrobat Reader.Do you want to put your image onto a
37MaintenancePrecautionsKeep the scanner out of direct sunlight. Direct exposure to the sun or excessive heat maycause damage to the unit.Do not inst
38TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Frequently Asked Questions are a collection of problem solving questions and solutions. If you areha
39through port was included as part of its design that will allow you to connect your printer to thescanner so they can share the same parallel port o
4Descreen ...
40mode is usually done in the CMOS/BIOS setup (usually accessed while your computer is bootingup). Consult the documentation that came with your comp
41Windows 3.1 or Windows 3.11:1. With your desktop clear, press the Ctrl and Esc keys at the same time. This will bring up a TaskList window. Progra
425. Click on Maximum.6. Click on Ok.Why do my scanning results seem dark?Situation & solution: Every computer deals with images and graphics diff
43Try reducing the resolution of your image, reduce the scanning area, change the mode, or free uphard drive space. Information on how to change the
44f) Click the Details tabg) Click Spooler Settingsh) Select Print Directly to the Printeri) Click OK and OK againj) If prompted to reboot, do so.k) I
45NAME: PHONE NUMBER: FAX NUM-BER:ADDRESS: E-MAIL ADDRESS:COMPUTER MANUFACTURER: (what company built your computer or if itis custom built)COMPUTER T
46SpecificationsAll specifications are subject to change without notice.Model: FB750Scanner Type: Flatbed ScannerOptical Resolution: 600 dpi * 600 dpi
47EC Declaration of ConformityAccording to EN45014Manufacturer’s Name: Info Peripherals, Inc.Model Number : FB750Conforms to the following Product Spe
48AppendixHere you will find information helpful for learning more about your scanner and digital imaging.The information provided in this appendix is
49printers require margins & most will shrink the image to fit within those margins).5. When scanning documents with the Copier function, it will
5IntroductionWelcomeThank you for purchasing an Info ImageReader scanner. This product is the result of Info’s efforts todevelop high technology comp
50document with a background image (like a printed watermark).6. Most error messages while doing OCR are the result of one of the above not being as i
51Glossary of Imaging TermsSome of the terms here are not used in the scanner or camera driver or application software includedwith your scanner or ca
528-bit grayscaleGrayscale, in contrast, is scanned in 8 or 10 bits (output of 8 bits), a single channel of color, providing for 256shades of gray.1-b
53BitmapThe representation of a digital image in the computer’s memory.BPPBi-directional Parallel Port mode. This less advanced port mode allows comm
54CompressionCompression means the reduction of data needed to save information, especially image and sound data. Thereare lossless methods, which onl
55Direct ColorGeneric term for TrueColor, RealColor and HiColor. In these modes, the color information saved in thedisplay memory is not translated by
56EPPEnhanced Parallel Port mode. On some computers, you will have an EPP emulation, which is denoted by aversion number in the BIOS (ie. EPP 1.7). T
57HueHue provides the contrast between colors, what distinguishes one color from another.HSVHue Saturation Value. The characteristics of the image’s
58multiplied (for example, a block of four equally colored pixels represents the original pixel), aliasing effects(“blocks” and “stairs”) will occur.
59manager, Memmaker, which can be run from a DOS-prompt (but not within Windows). Running a memorymanager can free up conventional (the first 640K) m
6Bold/Italics Special notes.This icon is for tips or helpful information.This icon is for important information you should not miss.This icon is for w
60OpenGL 3-D software interface (3-D API). Implemented, for example, in Windows NT and later releases of Windows95. Based on Iris GL from Silicon Grap
61installing support for the device. Only devices or interface cards that Windows 95 has direct support for canbe Plug and Play. Scanner, digital ca
62ROMRead Only Memory. Chip memory that cannot be written to, such as the BIOS of a computer or the firmwareof an expansion board.RotateChange the per
63Serial DeviceA device that is designed to be connected to the serial port. Examples include external modems, digitalcameras, mice, digital notepads
64YCbCr format: Y contains the luminance (brightness) signal, Cb and Cr contain the chrominance (color)information. See also YUV and RGB. YCbCr and YU
65folders in Windows and other operating systems. An icon file from one operating system may not work onanother.JPG, JPEGThis compressed format is co
66InfoLimited WarrantyInfo warrants this scanner to be free of manufacturing defects, both materials and workmanship, for a periodof one year from the
7AssistanceIf you experience difficulties with the installation or operation of your scanner, there are manysolutions in the Troubleshooting section o
8Graphics: If your desired use is to edit or digitize (convert into a computer file) a photo or otherpicture or 3-dimensional object, you will want to
9Scanner SetupSystem RequirementsR Minimum and recommended system requirements are:R IBM compatible PC with a 486 or Pentium ProcessorR Microsoft Wind
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