Canon PIXMA G2160, Online Manual

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Scanning with WIA Driver
You can scan an item from a WIA (Windows Image Acquisition)-compliant application.
WIA is a driver model implemented in Windows XP or later. It allows you to scan items without using an
application.
The procedure varies depending on the application. The following procedures are examples only.
Refer to the application's manual for details.
Scanning with WIA Driver 2.0
The following is an example of scanning using "Windows Fax and Scan."
1. Place the item on the platen.
Positioning Originals (Scanning from Computer)
2. Select New on the File menu of " Windows Fax and Scan ," then click Scan... .
The scan setting screen appears.
3. Specify the settings.
Scanner
The currently set product name is displayed. To change the scanner, click Change... and select
the product you want to use.
Profile
Select Photo (Default) or Documents according to the type of item to be scanned. To save a
new Profile , select Add profile... . You can specify the details in the Add New Profile dialog box.
Source
Select a scanner type.
Paper size
This setting is not available for your scanner or printer.
Color format
Select the color mode in which to scan the item.
File type
Select a data format from JPEG, BMP, PNG, and TIFF.
Resolution (DPI)
Enter the resolution. Specify a value between 50 dpi and 600 dpi.
Resolution
Brightness
Move the slider to adjust the brightness. Move it to the left to darken and right to brighten the
image. You can also enter a value (-100 to 100).
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