Fujitsu ScanSnap S300M Getting Started Manual

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Contents
Introduction .........................................................1
Conventions ........................................................6
Safety Precautions ..............................................8
Chapter 1 Preparation .......................................12
1.2 Names and Functions of Parts ....................... 13
2.1 Installing the Supplied Software ..................... 15
2.2 Connecting the ScanSnap.............................. 18
3.1 Scanning Documents ..................................... 23
3.2 About the Scanning Settings .......................... 23
3.3 Scanning Office Documents ........................... 24
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting ...............................29
4.1 Troubleshooting Checklist .............................. 29
4.2 Clearing Paper Jams ...................................... 32
Chapter 5 Daily Care ........................................33
5.1 Cleaning Materials.......................................... 33
5.2 Cleaning the ScanSnap Exterior .................... 33
Chapter 6 Consumables ...................................35
Please read this guide before connecting the scanner to your computer.
For further details, refer to the "ScanSnap S300M 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 ScanSnap ... 34 Chapter 6 Consumables ...35 Please read this guide before connecting the scanner to your computer. For further details, refer to the "ScanSnap S300M Operator’s Guide" included in the supplied ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing our Color Image Scanner, ScanSnap S300M (hereinafter referred to as "the ScanSnap"). The ScanSnap S300M is a color image scanner capable of double-sided scanning in both monochrome and color. It is complete Office Solution, which helps you improve productivity and solve scanning problems in your office.
  • 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 S300M Scanner does NOT comply with TWAIN or ISIS standards.) Manufacturer PFU LIMITED International Sales Dept., Imaging Business Division, Products Group...
  • Page 4 ScanSnap and the Manuals The ScanSnap S300M consists of: Component S300M ScanSnap Manager Cardiris Following manuals are prepared for you: Manual ScanSnap S300M Getting Started (This manual) ScanSnap S300M Getting Started (Cable Connection) ScanSnap S300M Operator's Guide Cardiris "Read Me.htm"...
  • 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 S300M Getting Started...
  • Page 6 Bescheinigung des Herstellers / Importeurs Für den S300M 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 S300M Getting Started...
  • Page 8: Screen Examples In This Manual

    The screenshots used in this manual are for the ScanSnap Manager and the Cardiris applications. 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 When handling the paper, be careful not to cut your fingers by the paper.
  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Preparation

    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. Refer to the following manuals when necessary. Manual ScanSnap S300M Getting Started (Cable Connection) (paper) ScanSnap S300M Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 14: Names And Functions Of Parts

    1.2 Names and Functions of Parts When you unpack the ScanSnap package, make sure that all parts are included. Refer to the package contents list included in the ScanSnap package box. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the packaging materials away from small children’s reach and prevent them from putting the CAUTION materials in their mouths or putting them on their heads.
  • Page 15: Rear View

    ScanSnap to your computer. For the Document Specification, refer to "3.2 Paper Sizes of Documents to be Scanned" in "ScanSnap S300M Operator's Guide" stored in the ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM. The ScanSnap is turned on/off in conjunction with the connected ATTENTION computer, or with opening/closing of the paper chute.
  • Page 16: Chapter 2 Connecting The Scansnap

    • We recommend applying the latest updates to the Mac OS for better ATTENTION reliability. • Log on as a user with Administrator privileges. • Requirements for the ScanSnap S300M are as follows: CPU: Memory: 128MB or more * If the CPU and memory do not meet the recommended requirements or the USB version 1.1 is used, the scanning speed will slow down.
  • Page 17: Installing Scansnap Manager

    Insert the "ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM" into the CD-ROM drive. ⇒ The "ScanSnap" window appears. Double-click the ScanSnap Manager icon. ⇒ The "Welcome to ScanSnap Manager Installer" window appears. Follow the instructions to install the software. ScanSnap Manager is installed on the Applications Folder. ScanSnap S300M Getting Started...
  • Page 18 • Power cable connection: • USB bus power cable connection: This guide uses examples for power cable connection. For information about how to install ScanSnap Manager and Cardiris, refer to "ScanSnap S300M Operator’s Guide." appears on the Dock menu.
  • Page 19: Connecting The Scansnap

    Use the following cable: Power cable The Power cable is a combination of the AC adapter and AC cable. USB bus power cable ScanSnap S300M Getting Started See: "When connecting with the Power cable:" (page 19) "When connecting with the USB bus power cable:"...
  • Page 20 • When using the USB bus power cable, your computer must have two ATTENTION USB ports; one for power feeding, the other for USB cable connection. • When connecting with the USB bus power cable via a USB hub, use a powered hub equipped with an AC adapter.
  • Page 21 Connect the USB cable to both the ScanSnap and your computer. USB connector After power and USB ports are connected with cables, perform the procedure described in "Turning the ScanSnap ON" (page 21). and USB cable Power connector Computer ScanSnap S300M Getting Started USB port...
  • Page 22: Turning The Scansnap On

    • Be sure to use the supplied USB bus power cable. ATTENTION • Be sure to use the supplied USB cable. The operation with any commercially available USB cable is not guaranteed. • If only the USB cable is used, the ScanSnap does not operate. Be sure to use two types of cables, the USB bus power and USB, to connect the ScanSnap to your computer.
  • Page 23 The ScanSnap Manager icon in the Dock menu is displayed as HINT The displayed icon in the Dock menu varies depending on the cable connection you made. • Power cable connection: • USB bus power cable connection: This guide uses examples for power cable connection. ScanSnap S300M Getting Started...
  • Page 24: 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 S300M Operator's Guide" in the ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM to learn more about the Action List.
  • Page 25: 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 S300M Operator’s Guide." Pull up the Paper chute guide and open the extension in the order given, and load the documents onto the ScanSnap.
  • Page 26 The Operation Mode can be switched by clicking and holding the ScanSnap Manager icon The ScanSnap can scan documents using various settings. Refer to the "ScanSnap S300M Operator's Guide" on the ScanSnap Setup CD-ROM to learn more. on the Dock menu and then marking [Use Quick Menu].
  • Page 27: Scanning Business Cards Using Cardiris

    • Do not close the paper chute on the ScanSnap during the scanning operation. • Do not switch the user to log in during the scanning operation. ⇒ Scanning is started. ⇒ When scanning is complete, Cardiris window appears. Paper chute Business card Side guide [SCAN] button ScanSnap S300M Getting Started...
  • Page 28 Check the image data of the scanned business cards in the Cardiris window. [Card Style] button [Format] button [Send] button Card toolbar The images of each business card are displayed on the right. A list of already scanned business cards is displayed on the left. Under the image, the recognized characters are displayed.
  • Page 29 On the menu bar, select [Cardiris] - [Quit Cardiris] to quit Cardiris. • The recognition result of scanned business cards can be output as text or vCard format. HINT • For more details, refer to the User’s Manual in the Cardiris application installation folder or Cardiris Help. ScanSnap S300M 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 ScanSnap, or contact an authorized FUJITSU scanner service provider. For troubleshooting errors caused during operation, refer to "7.2 Troubleshooting Checklist"...
  • Page 31 Remedy Install ScanSnap Manager for the ScanSnap S300M. (See "Installing the Supplied Software" (page 15).) Connect the USB cable correctly. When using a hub, check the hub's power supply.
  • Page 32 Symptom Check This Item Did you connect the ScanSnap ScanSnap to your computer before is not installing ScanSnap Manager? recognized, Have the "ScanSnap Manager" started? though ScanSnap Manager is installed. Remedy If your operating system is Mac OS X v10.2, in the "System Preferences" window, select "Login Items"...
  • Page 33: Clearing Paper Jams

    Remove the document on the paper chute. 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! ScanSnap S300M Getting Started...
  • Page 34: Chapter 5 Daily Care

    *2) Pre-moistened with Cleaner F1, Cleaning Wipes are used instead of moistened cloths. To purchase the cleaning material, contact the store where you purchased the ScanSnap or an authorized FUJITSU scanner service provider. 5.2 Cleaning the ScanSnap Exterior Clean the ScanSnap exterior with a cloth moistened with a small amount of neutral detergent or Cleaner F1 (sold separately).
  • Page 35: Cleaning Inside Of The Scansnap

    Eject rollers (x2) For more details, refer to "Chapter 8 Daily Care" in the "ScanSnap S300M Operator’s Guide." Glass (x2) (Located on the ADF cover and the base unit.) ScanSnap S300M Getting Started White sheets (x2) Pick roller Feed rollers (x2)
  • Page 36: Chapter 6 Consumables

    Chapter 6 Consumables This chapter describes how to replace and purchase consumables and regular replacement parts. • Before you replace the consumables of the ScanSnap, unplug the power cable from the power outlet, or the USB bus power cable from WARNING the computer to prevent from fire or electric shock.
  • Page 37 Replace consumables using "Target value to change supplies" as guidelines. For details about purchasing consumables, visit the website below or contact the FUJITSU scanner dealer where you purchased your ScanSnap. [Website] http://scansnap.fujitsu.com/ ScanSnap S300M Getting Started...
  • Page 38 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 S300M 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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