CHAPTER 1. GETTING STARTED
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the UMAX Astra 4000U scanner. This high-resolution 1200 x 2400 dpi scanner
is perfect for your many scanning needs.
The Astra 4000U scanner is equipped with a USB connector that allows you to make a fast and easy
connection to the USB port on your PC, or USB-equipped Macintosh computer (such as the iMac or blue
and white G3).
In addition to being easy to connect, this scanner is also easy to use. Simply follow the instructions in this
guide and you’ll be scanning in no time. With the powerful software included with your scanner, you can
create an archive of scanned images, e-mail or fax images to friends or clients, or create your own Web site
gallery. Get ready to unleash your creativity with the UMAX Astra 4000U scanner.
Unpacking the Scanner
Your scanner package includes the cables and software you need to get the scanner up and running. The
scanner package should contain all of the items listed below. If you do not find all of the listed items,
contact the retailer from whom you purchased the scanner, or contact UMAX. For information on
contacting UMAX directly, refer to
Chapter 6. How to Find Help.
Package Contents
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UMAX Astra 4000U Flatbed scanner
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USB Interface Cable
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Quick Start Guide and Owner’s Manual
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Power cable
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Adobe® PhotoShop LE CD-ROM
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UMAX Scanner CD-ROM. This CD-ROM contains software for UMAX VistaScan, VistaAccess,
VistaShuttle (PC), Caere® OmniPage® LE OCR, NewSoft® Presto! PageManager, Newsoft®
Presto! PhotoAlbum
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LE, NewSoft® Presto! PageType
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(PC), UMAX Copy Utility (PC), Presto!
ImageFolio LE (PC)
Getting to Know Your Scanner
To gain a complete understanding of the information contained in this manual, it is important that you
become familiar with your scanner. The graphics below identify the key scanner components.
Astra 4000U Scanner Elements
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