2 ArtixScan 6000XY Installation and Operation Manual
2 Site Power and Working Space
This section describes the working conditions and working space for operating the
ArtixScan 6000XY.
General Requirements
Before unpacking your scanner, make sure that the site where the scanner will be
installed is big enough to allow for easier operation.
• Make sure that the operating environment for the scanner is free of dust and other
contaminants.
• Allow adequate ventilation space (no less than 10 inches) around the scanner.
• Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface that is not subject to vibration.
• Make sure that the scanning surface will not be exposed to direct sunlight or other
sources of bright light.
• Avoid placing the scanner close to sources of extreme temperature.
• Avoid connecting the scanner to a power source that might experience power
surges.
• Avoid positioning the scanner in the path of heavy traffic where it may get bumped.
Once the scanner has been placed in a suitable location and is ready to be connected
to the host computer, it is time to proceed to installing the necessary hardware and
software components for the scanner.
SCSI cables
Your scanner should be placed within 3 feet of the computer. Use the SCSI cable that
came with your scanner.
Minimum Macintosh requirements
• Apple Power Mac with PCI bus (150 MHz)
• Apple Macintosh system software version 8.5 or higher
• CD-ROM drive
• 64MB of available RAM
• 1 GB hard disk space
• Color monitor at least 17” with 24-bit color display ability
Safety Instructions
To prevent the electric shock, the cover should only be removed by a qualified service
engineer.
