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How to Use This Guide
This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to install and
operate your scanner. This guide assumes the user is familiar with Microsoft
Windows 2000 Professional, XP, Vista and 7. If this is not the case, we suggest
you learn more about Microsoft Windows by referring to your Microsoft Windows
manual before using your scanner.
The Introduction section of this manual describes the box contents and
minimum computer requirements to use this scanner. Before you start installing
your scanner, check the box contents to make sure all parts are included. If any
items are damaged or missing, please contact the vendor where you purchased
your scanner.
Note: The scanner connects to your computer through the USB port. If your
computer does not support USB technology, you will need to purchase a USB
interface card to add USB capabilities to your computer, or buy and install USB
connectors if your motherboard has USB capabilities. This guide assumes that
your computer is USB-ready and has a free USB port.
Conventions of This Guide
Bold
- Important note or first use of an important term in a chapter.
“XXX” - Represents commands or contents on your computer screen.
A Note about Icons
This guide uses the following icons to point out information that deserves
special attention.
Warning
: A procedure that must be followed carefully to prevent
injury, or accidents.
Attention
: Instructions that are important to remember and may
prevent mistakes.
Safety Precautions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep this instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water - the appliance should not be used
near water or moisture - for example, in a wet basement or near a
swimming pool.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Do not install equipment in a
confined space. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundplug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
