Fujitsu ScanSnap S300 Getting Started Manual
Fujitsu ScanSnap S300 Getting Started Manual

Fujitsu ScanSnap S300 Getting Started Manual

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Contents
Introduction .........................................................1
Conventions ........................................................6
Safety Precautions ..............................................8
Chapter 1 Preparation .......................................11
1.2 Names and Functions of Parts ....................... 12
2.1 Installing the Supplied Software ..................... 14
2.2 Connecting the ScanSnap.............................. 17
3.1 Scanning Documents ..................................... 22
3.2 About the Scanning Settings .......................... 22
3.3 Scanning Office Documents........................... 23
3.4 Scanning Business Cards .............................. 25
3.5 ScanSnap Organizer ...................................... 27
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting ...............................29
4.1 Troubleshooting Checklist .............................. 29
4.2 Clearing Paper Jams ...................................... 31
Chapter 5 Daily Care ........................................32
5.1 Cleaning Materials.......................................... 32
5.2 Cleaning the Scanner Exterior ....................... 32
5.3 Cleaning Inside of the Scanner ...................... 33
Chapter 6 Consumables ...................................34
Please read this guide before connecting the scanner to your computer.
For further details, refer to the "ScanSnap S300 Operator's Guide"
included in the supplied ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    5.3 Cleaning Inside of the Scanner ... 33 Chapter 6 Consumables ...34 Please read this guide before connecting the scanner to your computer. For further details, refer to the "ScanSnap S300 Operator’s Guide" included in the supplied ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM. P3PC-1982-01EN...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the ScanSnap S300 Color Image Scanner product. The ScanSnap S300 is a color image scanner capable of scanning double-sided documents. It is a complete Office Solution, which helps you improve productivity and solve scanning problems in your office. The features of the ScanSnap product are as...
  • Page 3: This Manual

    Without starting applications, you can attach the scanned image to e-mail or make copies of the scanned image by outputting it to the printer. (*The ScanSnap S300 Scanner does NOT comply with TWAIN or ISIS standards.) Manufacturer PFU LIMITED International Sales Dept., Imaging Business Division, Products Group...
  • Page 4 The screenshots used in this manual are of Windows XP. Depending on ATTENTION the operating systems you are using, the screen examples and operations may differ from the actual ones. ScanSnap and the Manuals The ScanSnap S300 consists of: Component S300 ScanSnap Manager ScanSnap Organizer...
  • Page 5: Regulatory Information

    B et prescrites dans le Réglesment sur le brouillage radioélectrique dictées par le Ministere des Communications du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. ScanSnap S300 Getting Started ...
  • Page 6 Bescheinigung des Herstellers / Importeurs Für den S300 wid folgendes bescheinigt: • In Übereinsstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der EN45014(CE) funkentstört • Maschinenlärminformationsverordnung 3. GPSGV: Der höchste Schalldruck- pegel beträgt 70 dB (A) oder weniger, gemäß EN ISO 7779. Dieses Gerät wurde nicht für die Benutzung in unmittelbarer Umgebung starker Lichtquellen (z.
  • Page 7: Conventions

    The drawing inside or under the circle shows the specific action that is not allowed. Outline characters on a colored background show instructions users should follow. It may also include the drawing that shows the specific instruction. ScanSnap S300 Getting Started ...
  • Page 8: Screen Examples In This Manual

    The screenshots used in this manual are for ScanSnap Manager, ScanSnap Organizer, and CardMinder. About Maintenance Repairs should be done by properly trained repair technicians. When this product needs servicing, please contact the store where you purchased it or any authorized FUJITSU Image Scanner service provider.
  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    AC adapter for a long time. Do not cover the scanner or the AC adapter with a cloth or blanket while the power is being supplied to the scanner. This can help excessive heat generation, and may cause fire.
  • Page 10 Make sure that the smoking has stopped, and then contact the store where you bought the scanner or an authorized FUJITSU scanner service provider. Firmly insert the power plug and into the power outlet, or the USB bus power cable into the USB port on the computer as far it can go.
  • Page 11 CAUTION The following describes important cautions. Install the scanner on a desk so that none of its parts protrude outside of the desktop. Also, make sure that the scanner is installed on a flat, level surface. Install the scanner away from strong magnetic fields and other sources of electronic noise.
  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Preparation

    Do not connect the scanner to your computer before installing ATTENTION "ScanSnap Manager." If the scanner is connected before installing ScanSnap Manager, it will not operate correctly. For the installation of ScanSnap Manager, refer to page 14 1.1 Checking the Contents of the Package This manual describes how to install and connect the ScanSnap to your computer, and describes basic operations of the ScanSnap.
  • Page 13: Names And Functions Of Parts

    1.2 Names and Functions of Parts When you unpack the scanner package, make sure that all parts are included. Refer to the package contents list included in the scanner package box. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the packaging materials away from small children’s reach and prevent them from putting the...
  • Page 14: Rear View

    For the Document Specification, refer to "3.2 Paper Sizes of Documents to be Scanned" in "ScanSnap S300 Operator's Guide" stored in the ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM. The scanner is turned on/off in conjunction with the connected personal ATTENTION computer, or with opening/closing of the paper chute.
  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Connecting The Scansnap

    Chapter 2 Connecting the ScanSnap This chapter describes how to connect the ScanSnap to your computer. 2.1 Installing the Supplied Software Before connecting the scanner to your computer, install the following software on your computer. Software ScanSnap Manager (Driver) ScanSnap Organizer...
  • Page 16 ■ Installing ScanSnap Manager, ScanSnap Organizer, and CardMinder Prepare the ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM. Insert the [ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM], which comes with the ScanSnap into the CD-ROM drive. The [ScanSnap Setup] dialog box appears. ⇒ This dialog box is not displayed automatically when the [Auto play] setting of your computer is disabled.
  • Page 17 • Allow automatic blank page removal • Allow automatic image rotation * Note: You can change this setting after installation. This dialog box will not appear after reinstallation. See Operator’s Guide section 4.1 on how to "Show scanning results." ScanSnap S300 Getting Started ...
  • Page 18: Connecting The Scansnap

    When the installation is completed, restart the personal computer. For information about how to install ScanSnap Manager, ScanSnap Organizer, and CardMinder, refer to "ScanSnap S300 Operator’s Guide." 2.2 Connecting the ScanSnap When the installation of the above programs is complete, connect the ScanSnap to your computer.
  • Page 19 • When connecting with the USB bus power cable via a USB hub, use a powered hub equipped with an AC adapter. • When the scanner is connected with the USB bus power cable, the scanning speed becomes slow. Double-sided color documents of A4 or letter in size can be scanned at a speed of: Power-cable-connected: Approx.
  • Page 20 • When connecting to a USB hub, be sure to use the first stage USB hub that is closest to the computer. If you use the second or later hub stages, the scanner may not operate properly. • When connecting with a USB 2.0 cable, make sure that the USB port to connect to and hub must be USB 2.0-compliant.
  • Page 21: Turning The Scansnap On

    When a USB 2.0-compliant port is available, it is recommended that the USB 2.0-compliant port be used. ■ Turning the ScanSnap ON The scanner is turned on/off automatically, when you open/close the ATTENTION Paper chute. It is also turned on/off in conjunction with the connected computer’s power on/off status.
  • Page 22 The connection of the ScanSnap is complete. The [ScanSnap Manager] icon in the task bar is displayed as HINT The displayed icon in the task bar varies depending on the cable connection you made. • Power cable connection: • USB bus power cable connection: This guide uses examples for power cable connection.
  • Page 23: Chapter 3 How To Use The Scansnap

    The ScanSnap has frequently-used functions at the ready in the Action HINT List to help you make efficient use of your time at your office. Refer to "Chapter 5 About Actions" of "ScanSnap S300 Operator's Guide" in the ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM to learn more about the Action List.
  • Page 24: Scanning Office Documents

    ScanSnap can scan the documents in various sizes. For details of how to scan documents, refer to "Chapter 3 Using the ScanSnap" of "ScanSnap S300 Operator’s Guide." Pull up the Paper chute guide and open the extension in the order given, and load the documents onto the scanner.
  • Page 25 The Operation Mode can be switched by right-clicking the ScanSnap icon on the task bar and then marking [Use Quick Menu]. The ScanSnap scanner can scan documents using various settings. Refer to the "ScanSnap S300 Operator's Guide" on the ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM to learn more. [Option] [Set the document with its ScanSnap S300 Getting Started ...
  • Page 26: Scanning Business Cards

    You cannot scan business cards in the Quick Menu mode. ATTENTION Load the business cards onto the scanner. Adjust the side guides to the business card width. Set the card with its face up and its bottom margin towards the...
  • Page 27 To close CardMinder, select [Exit] in the [File] menu. CardMinder provides also various other functions. Refer to "CardMinder User’s Guide" on the ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM HINT for details. Scanned image Recognition result ® ® Windows Mail (In Windows Vista) ® ® Outlook 2000/2003/2007 ® ScanSnap S300 Getting Started ...
  • Page 28: Scansnap Organizer

    3.5 ScanSnap Organizer ScanSnap Organizer is a software application that thumbnails image files (e.g., in PDF and JPEG) so you can manage them easily. Images scanned by the ScanSnap can be displayed without opening, folders can be created for different purposes. Also, for files with multiple pages, you can check the images by turning the pages on the thumbnail displayed.
  • Page 29 Shows frequently-used functions as button icons. Status Bar Displays the file information (file Displays the page icon [appears if locked/signatured/ currently selected in editable], date created, file size, the Pages panel. and page size) are shown. ScanSnap S300 Getting Started ...
  • Page 30: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    Before you ask for repair service, please check the following items. If you cannot solve the problem even after checking the following items, contact the store where you purchased the scanner, or contact an authorized FUJITSU scanner service provider. For troubleshooting errors caused during operation, refer to "7.2 Troubleshooting Checklist"...
  • Page 31 On the [Start] menu, select [Control panel] [System] [Device Manager]. In the [Device Manager], right-click [ScanSnap S300] and select [Update Driver] from the menus displayed. If this does not improve the situation, perform step 2. 2.Turn the ScanSnap OFF and ON again. If this does not improve the situation, perform step 3.
  • Page 32: Clearing Paper Jams

    4.2 Clearing Paper Jams Open the ADF while pulling the Cover open lever. Remove the jammed document. Close the ADF. You should hear the ADF click when it returns to its original position. ⇒ Click!
  • Page 33: Chapter 5 Daily Care

    *1) It may take long before the cleaner vaporizes if a large quantity is used. When cleaning the scanner parts, dampen a cloth with modest quantities of the cleaner. In addition, wipe off the cleaner completely with a soft lint-free cloth to leave no residue on the surface of the cleaned parts.
  • Page 34: Cleaning Inside Of The Scanner

    Clean the ADF according to the following procedure referring to the illustrations. • Never use water or neutral detergent to clean the inside of the scanner. ATTENTION • Do not use aerosol sprays to clean the scanner. Aerosol sprays cause dirt and dust to enter the scanner, resulting in the scanner failure, malfunction and image error.
  • Page 35 Eject rollers (x2) For more details, refer to "Chapter 8 Daily Care" in the "ScanSnap S300 Operator’s Guide." Glass (x2) (Located on the ADF cover and opposite side.) Whilte sheets (x2) Pick roller Feed rollers (x2) ScanSnap S300 Getting Started ...
  • Page 36: Chapter 6 Consumables

    Replace the consumables referring to "Target value to change supplies" as a rough guideline. For details about consumables and where to purchase them, visit the following Website or contact the Fujitsu scanner dealer where you purchased your scanner. [Website] http://scansnap.fujitsu.com/...
  • Page 37 For information on how to replace the pad ASSY and the pick roller, refer to "9.2 Replacing the Pad ASSY" and "9.3 Replacing the Pick Roller" respectively in the "ScanSnap S300 Operator’s Guide." The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. This manual may not be reproduced, adapted or translated without prior written permission.

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