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Hitachi HT-4139-48 Instruction Manual

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Hitachi OCR Scanner
(HT-4139-28/48)

Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Hitachi OCR Scanner (HT-4139-28/48) Instruction Manual Read and keep this manual • Read safety instruction carefully and understand them before starting your operation • Keep this manual at hand for reference。...
  • Page 3 Preface Thank you for using Hitachi OCR scanner. Read this manual thoroughly before using the scanner and operate it properly. This manual is created for operators of the HT-4139 OCR scanner and describes how to operate it. Be sure to read this manual and understand the instructions and the safety precautions thoroughly before starting.
  • Page 4 Unintended use and alteration Caution Never use the OCR scanner for any purpose other than scanning. Also, never alter any part of the OCR scanner. Hitachi does not take on any responsibility for any damage caused by alteration or improper use. Trademarks...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Common Safety Precautions Read the following safety precautions thoroughly Be sure to follow the instructions and directions in this manual when using the device. Personal danger or damage to the device may occur when any of the precautions are ignored.
  • Page 6 Safety Precautions (Continued) Abnormal temperature, noise, or smell Warning If any of above abnormalities occur, stop using the device immediately, turn off the device, and unplug the power cable. If you continue using the device, it may cause electric shock or a fire may occur Grounding Warning...
  • Page 7 Safety Precautions (Continued) Power plug Warning Be sure to plug and unplug the power cable by holding the plug. Pulling the power cable may break the line inside the cable. Be sure to plug and unplug the power cable with dry hands. If your hand is wet, you may get an electric shock.
  • Page 8 Safety Precautions (Continued) Disassembly Warning Do not disassemble or alter the device. Flammable spray Warning Do not use flammable sprays around the device. Cleaning Warning When cleaning the device, turn off the device and unplug the power cable from the outlet. Use a piece of waste cloth dumped soaked in neutral detergent and wrung dry to wipe the outside of the device.
  • Page 9 Safety Precautions (Continued) Operation Caution Do not wear loose clothes and accessories that may get caught in the device, causing injuries. In particular, pay attention to your necktie or long hair. If you are caught in the device, turn off the device immediately, and gently open the cover.

  • Page 10: Usb Cable

    Safety Precautions (Continued) 2. List of " Caution" messages The following lists messages and locations of "Notes" throughout the guide. • Do not put things on this cover (Top cover) (Section 1.3, Page 1-3) • Open the cover too wide causes breakage. (Cover for imprinting) (Section 1.3, Page 1-3) •...
  • Page 11 Safety Precautions (Continued) (Section 2.3, Page 2-8) • Be careful, the guide around the Imprinting might be high temperature (Section 2.3, Page 2-6, Section2.4, Page 2-9) • Do not clean the inside of the device with your bare hands. Use a piece of gauze to protect your hands and fingers when cleaning the inside of the device, where glass plate and sharp materials exist.
  • Page 12 Safety Precautions (Continued) 3. Installation Location Caution • This device weighs approximately 50 . Take stable posture when installing the device. • Be sure to hold the bottom of the device. If you hold other parts, the device may break or drop. •...
  • Page 13 Misread Note • Hitachi does not take on any responsibility for any damage caused by inability or error in OCR reading or data abnormality. • The user must be reliable for OCR and system data validation. Hitachi does not take on any responsibility for any damage caused by using a poor-quality paper or paper not up to standard.
  • Page 14 Safety Precautions (Continued) Safety Notice Label Caution Clean each safety notice label regularly so the text be read clearly. If the label is broken, contact the service personnel and ask for a new label. Safety - 10...

  • Page 15: Overview

    1. Overview １ １ Overview 1.1 Device Overview Model name Product Name Function １ HT-4139-28M OCR scanner Simplex model ２ HT-4139-48M OCR scanner Duplex model The OCR Scanners are operated by the host through the USB interface. Hardware configuration アクセ プトスタッカ...

  • Page 16: Device Configuration

    1.2 Device Configuration Check the device configuration before installation. Screw × 6 （ Attached to the stacker ） Ink ribbon (red) × 1 (Installed in the device) Instruction Manual × 1 Stacker-A × 1 Stacker-R × 1 Screw × 1 （...

  • Page 17: Part Names And Functions

    1. Overview １ 1.3 Part Names and Functions CAUTION FRONT side Do not put things on this cover. Stacker-R Top Latch Button Ejects scanned papers To open the Top Cover to remove Stacker is selected by the host. jammed papers. Stacker-A Top Cover Ejects scanned papers...
  • Page 18 REAR side Setting switch For maintenance personnel USB Connecter Connect to the host by USB cable USB cable...

  • Page 19: Control Panel

    1. Overview １ 1.4 Control panel The control panel displays the condition of the OCR scanner. LED for power save mode LED for Power supply LED for Status Start button Restore Button Return from power save Pause button mode Stop button...

  • Page 21: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Preface ························································································································Ⅰ Caution ························································································································Ⅱ Safety······································································································ safety – 1 1. Overview 1 – 1 1 – 1 1.1 Device Overview ···························································································· 1 – 2 1.2 Device Configurations···················································································· 1 – 3 1.3 Part Names and Functions ············································································ 1 – 5 1.4 Control Panel ·································································································...
  • Page 22 Contents 3. Power Save Mode 3 – 1 3 – 1 3.1 Parameter Setting for Power Save Mode ······················································· 3 – 3 3.2 Restoring from Power Save Mode ·································································· 4. Maintenance 4 – 1 4 – 1 4.1 Memory Dump and Dump File Copy ······························································ 4 –...

  • Page 23: Operation

    2. Operation ２ Operations ２ This chapter describes the process from turning on the power to starting scanning and cleaning. For directions how to operate the OCR scanner from the host, refer to the operation manual. CAUTION Before connecting/disconnecting the 2.1 Power ON / OFF USB cable, or turning power the ON, the OCR scanner should be turned...
  • Page 24 Panel Indication Normal condition ：ON ：OFF ： blinking ： blinking indication unlit (rapidly) (slowly) After turning the power ON, the power LED and P OW ER S TATUS S LEEP the Status LED will be lit for about 0.5 seconds (LED check mode).

  • Page 25: Scanning

    2. Operation 2.2 Scanning ２ To scan papers, follow the instruction below to avoid errors such as paper jam. Advance Preparation ① Check the sheets for the following: • Remove paper clips, staplers, and other substances. • If the sheet is wet with ink or adhesive, wait until dries.
  • Page 26 Paper Setting in the Hopper (Fixed Paper Width) Paper guide CAUTION Caution When setting original manuscript or removing jammed sheet, be careful not to cut your finger with the edge of the sheet. CAUTION Caution Be careful so your watch, bracelet, cuff, or necktie do not get caught by a projection or damaged by the Hopper Plate...
  • Page 27 2. Operation Setting for Mixed Size Papers in the Hopper ２ Paper guide CAUTION Caution When setting original manuscript or removing jammed sheet, be careful not to cut your finger with the edge of the sheet. CAUTION Caution Be careful so your watch, bracelet, cuff, or necktie do not get caught by a projection or damaged by the Smaller...

  • Page 28: Handling Paper Jam

    2.3 Handling Paper Jam Caution Be careful so your watch, bracelet, cuff, or necktie do not get CAUTION caught by a projection or damaged by the metal part Remove jammed papers by following the direction below. Top Cover ① Push the Top Latch Button and open the Top Cover in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 29 2. Operation ２ ③ If you do not see any papers, press the main latch Button and open the Main Cover in the direction of the arrow. Main cover Main latch button ④ Remove the papers jammed in the paper feeder Caution When the Front Cover is open, it may close naturally and catch your...
  • Page 30 When you close the Top Cover, push Topcover it down with both hands until it latches. Caution Do not push any other parts other than the “PUSH label” and it should be handled with both hands. Caution CAUTION Push until it latches completely. If you use the device when unlatched, it may cause paper jams, etc.

  • Page 31: Imprinting Operation

    2. Operation 2.4 Imprinting Operation ２ 2.4.1 Change Imprinting Position You can select the location of imprinting. (INSIDE position or OUTSIDE position) CAUTION Caution Top cover When the Front Cover is open, it may close naturally and catch your hand. Be sure to hold the cover with one hand when operating while the cover is open.

  • Page 32: Replacement Of Ribbon Cassette

    2.4.2 Replacement of Ribbon Cassette < REMARK > You need to replace the ribbon cassette in the future even if you have not used it for imprinting. The ribbon cassette should be replaced periodically. If printing becomes thin suddenly, check if the ribbon cassette is out of position. Caution CAUTION When the Front Cover is open, it may...
  • Page 33 2. Operation ④ Pull out the Ribbon Cassette Knob ２ ⑤ Set the Ribbon Cassette Tray to the “Inside Position”. (Push the Tray until it stops.) ⑥ To tighten the Ribbon, turn the knob. * Do not turn the knob when the Ribbon Ribbon Cassette is attached to the Ribbon Cassette Tray...

  • Page 34: Care For Device Before Daily Operation And When Error Happen

    2.5 Care for Device before Daily Operation and When Error Happen Daily inspection and cleaning (conducted by user) This device handles papers. As paper dust from sheets may affect images, perform inspection and cleaning daily. F r e q u e n c y I t e m I n s p e c t i o n R e m a r k s...
  • Page 35 2. Operation The Locations of Major Components ２ The Detectors, the Platens and the Rollers are shown in the picture below) ［PC52］ ［PC42］ Platen ［PC41］ ［PC43］ ［PC42］ （back of PC52） ［PC41］ ［PC51］ ［PC52］ 2-13...
  • Page 36 Perforated sheets produce a lot of dust so frequent cleaning is required. The position of the Detectors and the Rollers (The Main Cover is opened in the picture below) ［PC11］ ［PC20］ ［PC21］ ［PC22］ ［PC31］ ［PC20］ ［PC11］ ［PC31］ ［PC22］ ［PC21］ 2-14...

  • Page 37: Cleaning Of Detectors

    2. Operation 2.5.1 Cleaning of Detectors ２ When the Front Cover is open, it may close naturally and catch your CAUTION Caution hand. Be sure to hold the cover with one hand when operating while the cover is open. Be careful so your watch, bracelet, cuff, or necktie do not get caught CAUTION Caution by a projection or damaged by the metal part.
  • Page 38 R Stacker Reverse Cover Cleaning of Detector［PC20］ ① Open the Main Cover Gauze ② Open the Reverse Cover Twist gauze, wet cloth, etc. around fingers and clean the detector [PC20]. Detector[PC20] Reverse Cover Cleaning of Detector［PC43］ ① Put Paper between the Rollers and clean them * PC43 is located below the R Stacker Paper...

  • Page 39: Cleaning Of Lower Mirror (Surface) And Cover Sheet

    2. Operation 2.5.2 Cleaning of Lower Mirror (surface) and Cover Sheet ２ (surface) Cleaning the Feeding Mechanism ① Open the Main Cover ② Clean dirt on the surface of the Cover Sheet (surface) and the Lower Mirror (surface) with gauze. ③...
  • Page 40 How to Remove the Cover Sheet (surface) ① Open the Main Cover ② Put fingers at the left side of the Cover Sheet and shift it to the right with your left fingers and pull it down. ③ Take the reverse step to attach the Cover Sheet (surface) Cover Sheet (The direction is important.
  • Page 41 2. Operation 2.5.3 Cleaning of Lower Mirror (back) and Cover Glass (back) for ２ HT-4139-48 Cleaning of Feed Mechanism ① Open the Main Cover ② Clean dirt on the surface of the Cover Sheet (back) and the Lower Mirror (back) with gauze.

  • Page 42: Cleaning Of Pick Roller And Separator Roller

    2.5.4 Cleaning of Picker Roller and Separator Roller Pick Roller ① Open the Main Cover Separator Roller ② Clean dirty on the surface of the Pick Roller and the Separator Roller with gauze or cloth. ③ Make sure to clean the entire Roller 2.5.5 Cleaning of Reverse Roller ①...

  • Page 43: Cleaning Of Ultra Sonic Sensor

    2. Operation 2.5.6 Cleaning of Ultra Sonic Sensor ２ < REMARK > Do not apply pressure when cleaning the Ultra Sonic Sensor. The sensor may shift from its set position and causes errors. Do not apply solvents on the Sensor surface. The resin may transform, and it may decrease the performance of the Scanner.

  • Page 44: Scanner Utility

    2.6 Scanner Utility The scanner utility should be used when consumables such as the Picker roller, the Separator roller, and the Reverse Roller are replaced by customers in order to reset the number of papers fed. The scanner utility has 3 modes as described in the table below. Refer to following pages for details Table 2.6.1 Menu and functions of the scanner utility Menu...
  • Page 45 2. Operation ２ ●Operation of the scanner utility ① Click Windows “START” Button, select “PROGRAM” – “HT-4139 Image Scanner” Click “Scanner Utility” ② Selection of operation mode • Operation Parameter Setting --- 2-24 • Numbering print (Imprint) test --- 2-27 •...

  • Page 46: Operation Parameter Setting

    2.6.1 Operation Parameter Setting When selecting the “Operation Parameter Setting” you will see the dialog box on the left. These are not supported. Menu Operation • Renew the date of replacement in the “Information Display”. Reset pick roller counter • Reset the counter to “0” •...
  • Page 47 2. Operation ２ ・Counter reset for each roller after roller replacement To reset the counter for each roller after roller replacement, put a check mark in the corresponding box. < REMARK > Put a check mark only for the roller you replaced.
  • Page 48 When you click the “OK” Button, the screen will change to the “Operation Parameter Setting”. If you finish setting, click the “End” Button. Return to the screen “Operation Mode Selection”. • If you finish setting, click the “End” Button. • If you want to confirm the changes, check-mark “Information display”...

  • Page 49: Numbering Print (Imprint) Test

    2. Operation < REMARK > Do not run the imprint test on the back side of paper. ２ 2.6.2 Numbering Print (Imprint) Test When selecting the “Numbering Print Test” you will see the dialog box on the left Initial setting is as follows. ・Paper size: A4/Letter landscape ・Numbering: Not Printed Set regular paper (A4/Letter landscape)
  • Page 50 ◆When you run the test with papers other than A4/Letter size. ・For regular size paper Specify paper size as “Ax / Bx”. Initial setting is A4 L (2100×2970) ・A4～A7：Landscape and Portrait ・A3：Portrait ・B4～B7：Landscape and Portrait ・Japanese post card（1480×1000） ・ Specify paper size (Arbitrary) Specify paper size arbitrary from the range below.
  • Page 51 2. Operation ２ ・Imprint (Location) Selection of print location • Not printed • Surface print • Back print ・Imprint (Character) Print max 10 characters. Printable characters. Numbers: 0123456789 Alphabets: A～Z Others: “－”, “.” 2-29...

  • Page 52: Information Display

    2.6.3 Information display With “Information display” you can confirm the number of readings and the date of replacement for each current rollers. If you reset these with “Operation Parameter Setting ” you will see the latest information. ・Current information of each rollers in use •...

  • Page 53: Replacement Of Rollers

    2. Operation 2.7 Replacement of Rollers ２ When the Front Cover is open, it may close naturally and catch your CAUTION Caution hand. Be sure to hold the cover with one hand when operating while the cover is open. Be careful so your watch, bracelet, cuff, or necktie do not get caught CAUTION Caution by a projection or damaged by the metal part.

  • Page 54: Replacement Of Reverse Roller

    ④ Lift up the Reverse Roller unit to remove Reverse Roller Unit Reverse Roller 2.7.1.2 Replacement of Reverse Roller ① Remove the Reverse Roller from the Reverse Roller Pulley by hand. Pulley ② Take the reverse step to re-attach the Reverse Roller.

  • Page 55: Replacement Of Pick Roller And Separator Roller

    2. Operation 2.7.2 Replacement of Pick Roller and Separator Roller ２ 2.7.2.1 Removal of Pick Unit Pick Cover ① Open the Main Cover Pick Unit Pick Cover ② Pull the Pick Cover down towards the arrow with fingers and open it. Pick Cover is opened 2-33...
  • Page 56 ② Pull out the Pick Unit and remove it. Pick Unit ③ Grab the nail part of the Pick Unit Cover Pick Unit Base and open the Pick Unit Base towards the Nail arrow. Pick roller Separator roller Marking Pick Roller ④...
  • Page 57 2. Operation 2.7.2.2 Replacement of Pick Roller ２ ① Remove the Pick Roller from the Pulley Pick Roller by hand. Both Pick Rollers can be removed by pulling away from the Gear. ② Take the reverse step to re-attach the Pick Roller.

  • Page 58: Error/Warning Messages For The Maintenance Parts

    ④ Put the Pick Unit in the Pick Cover as shown in the picture above. 2.8 Error/Warning Messages for the Maintenance Parts OCR scanner has fluorescent lamp for reading and rollers for paper transfer/separation. These parts deteriorate due to time and usage and will be cause of failures.

  • Page 59: Power Save Mode

    3. Power Save Mode ３ Power Save Mode 3.1 Parameter Setting for Power Save Mode ３ During power ON and the device is not being used, it can save power consumption as HT-4139-28/48: less than 4.75 compared to the regular operation ( about 280 /390 W).
  • Page 60 ⑤ Click the “OK” button. * Please ignore the left box. You do not need to turn off the Scanner. ⑥ Click the “End” button. ⑦ When the setting is finished, the device starts rebooting. (The Status LED blinks with short interval.

  • Page 61: Restoring From Power Save Mode

    3. Power Save Mode 3.2 Restoring from Power Save Mode Under the condition that Power save mode is enable: The power save mode “SLEEP” ３ LED is lit. If you try to start scanning during the power save mode, the power save mode “SLEEP” LED turns off and warming up will begin.
  • Page 62 3. Power Save Mode...

  • Page 63: Maintenance

    ４ Maintenance 4.1 Memory Dump and Dump File Copy ４ For service personnel 4.2 Auto Calibration For service personnel...

  • Page 65: Specifications

    A4(L)・Hand written numbers 300 characters About 160 pages / minutes （Standard mode） A4(L) color image About 140 pages / minutes (TWAIN)) ※Measured by Hitachi （Simplex 200dpi, Standard CP for reference mode） 74×74mm～305×420mm Sheet size (W x L) CW 90 degree, CCW 90 degree...
  • Page 66 OCR paper / High qual. Paper / Regular paper※ / Recycled Paper Kind of papers （※Pre-eval. is required） paper※ / Sealed post card※ Quality ※ Not support B-paper A-paper, C-paper Non-carbon paper Not supported Carbon paper lined sheet 41～174 g/m Paper thickness Max 136 characters / line (Hand written / print) Number of...
  • Page 67 MTBF *1: Scanning speed varies with performance of the host systems. Scanning speed shown in the table was measured with Hitachi test sheets and Pentium 4 processor (3.2GHz). *2: High-speed mode can be applied to number scanning with relatively smaller size slips.

  • Page 68: Specifications Of Papers

    5.2 Specifications of Papers Item Specifications Size Length 74 ~ 420 mm Width 74 ~ 305 mm 0.45≦W/L≦2.3 W/L ratio Weight 41～174 g/m OCR paper / High qual. Paper / Regular paper※ / Recycled paper※ / Sealed post card※ Quality （※Pre-eval.
  • Page 69 5. Specifications Sheet width (W) mm 170.2 55～110Kg 121～243lb ５ 45～135Kg 99～298lb 132.6 35～123Kg 164.4 77～271lb 45～150Kg 99～331lb 55～123Kg 121～271lb No-carbon papers cannot be scanned. Sheet length (L) mm...
  • Page 70 5.2.1 Mixed Sheet Feeding - These specifications are applied to the conditions below. Papers are aligned to the top/left edges. Papers are not folded or tore. - However papers meet the specification there might be cases they are not scanned well in mixed paper size condition.
  • Page 71 5. Specifications Sheet width (W) mm 170.2 132.6 ５ 164.4 35～110Kg 77～243lb 55～110Kg 121～243lb Mixable area Width: 100～257mm Length: 100～364mm Sheet length (L) mm ・Feeding speed has limitation with paper thickness as shown in the table below. Resolution and feeding speed Resolution Speed Limitation...

  • Page 72: Multiple Feed Detection

    5.2.2 Multi-Feed Detection (1) Transmitted Light Detection type Detect thickness by intensity of transmitted light. ～174g/m Detectable paper thickness is 41g/m Detection type is specified by the parameter setting of the TWAIN driver. Refer to the TWAIN driver manuals. Feeding direction ①Detection position ・20～30mm from left edge of sheet ②Detection area...
  • Page 73 5. Specifications (2) Ultra sonic Detection type The specifications of multiple feed detection by the Ultrasonic sensor are shown below. The ultra sonic type checks multiple feeding by detecting air layer between papers. Feed Direction ５ ① Detection position ・23～39mm from left edge of sheet ②...

  • Page 74: Imprinting

    5.2.3 Imprinting Content Item Paper side Front side only Character Numbers (0-9), alphabet (A-Z), space, hyphen, period, special ＊１ character for dual feed protection Character size Standard, double-size character Print position Can be specified for each job group, for each sheet group. Contents Serial numbers whose initial number is specified, etc.
  • Page 75 5. Specifications (2) Print location (Standard size characters) Feed direction Standard print location “W” can be set by hands. ① 16 mm (standard) or ② 26 mm (inside) ５ 5-11...

  • Page 76: Installation Conditions

    5.3 Installation Conditions 5.3.1 Power Supply Item Specifications AC 120 V, 60±1 Hz (*1) Voltage, Frequency Length of power cable Approx. 2.5 m UL E78573（15A / 125V) PS outlet Grounding Dedicated grounding line (*1) As needed basis, take measures to supply stable electrical power to the device. 5-12...

  • Page 77: Space For Device Installation

    5. Specifications 5.3.2 Space for Device Installation < Rear > USB connecter Exhaust air 300 mm PS connector Emission Emission ５ 700 mm 300 mm < Front > 400 mm 485 mm 200 mm : Installation area. Maintenance job area requires 500 mm wider than the installation area. Do not put things within about 300 mm from exhaust ports.

  • Page 78: Consumables

    5. Specifications 5.3.3 Consumables Consumables for the OCR Scanner are shown in the table below. N a m e Frequency Supplier R e m a r k s Pick Roller One year or Sales Replaced by (*1) Company. customer or Max 1000K sheets Separator Roller (*1)

  • Page 79: Disposition Of Consumables And Devices

    5. Specifications 5.3.4 Disposition of Consumables and Devices Disposition of consumables and devices shall be followed to regulatory of each countries. ５ 5-15...
  • Page 80 5. Specifications 5-16...

  • Page 81: Software

    6. Software ６ Software 6.1 Software to be provided Model name Product name Remarks １ P-242H-J5KJ9 SCANNER DRIVER Attached to the unit 6.2 System requirement ６ Item Condition Intel Pentium4 > 3.2GHz (recommended) Windows Vista: >1GB (recommend >1.5GB for color image） Memory Windows XP/2000: >512MB (recommend >1GB for color image) Windows 7 >1.5GB...

  • Page 82: System Configuration

    6.3 System Configuration Application program TWAIN Driver SCANNER CONTROLER ・Application program should use the TWAIN driver. ・For detail, refer to the TWAIN driver Function / Operation manual. ・Character recognition and image processing should be done by application program.

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