Canon ImageFormula DR-M140 User Manual

Canon ImageFormula DR-M140 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Manual • Please read this manual before operating this scanner. • After you finish reading this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference.
  • Page 2 Canon U.S.A. Inc. e.g., on an authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a ONE CANON PARK, MELVILLE, NY 11747, U.S.A. new similar product or to an authorized collection site for recycling Tel. No. (516)328-5000 waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE).
  • Page 3 This is not an exhaustive list. • Microsoft, Windows, PowerPoint, and SharePoint are registered Canon is not responsible for how this scanner is used by an individual. trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United Please note that certain intellectual property is protected by copyright States and other countries.
  • Page 4 CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS MATERIAL. CANON ELECTRONICS INC. IS NOT LIABLE FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF DOCUMENTS SCANNED WITH THIS PRODUCT, OR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF RESULTING SCANNED IMAGE DATA.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Canon imageFORMULA DR-M140 Document Scanner. Please read the following manuals carefully and familiarize yourself Hint with the functions of the scanner before use to ensure you sufficiently If you are using Windows, the User Manual (electronic manual) will be understand the functions and make the most of the scanner’s...
  • Page 6: Symbols Used In This Manual

    Hint Symbols Used in This Manual In Windows 8.1, it is registered at the following location. The following symbols are used in this manual to explain procedures, restrictions, handling precautions, and instructions that should be observed for safety. WARNING Indicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or injury to persons if not performed correctly.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ................. 5 Cleaning the Inside of the Scanner ........55 Cleaning the Sensor Glass and the Rollers ......55 Symbols Used in This Manual............6 Adjusting the Reduction Ratio ..........58 Before Using the Scanner......8 Replacing Consumable Parts..........
  • Page 8: Before Using The Scanner

    CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66GHz or faster For details, consult your local authorized Canon dealer. • Scanning speeds are lower if your computer’s standard USB Intel Core i7 2.3GHz or faster interface is USB Full-Speed (equal to USB 1.1.)
  • Page 9: Turning The Power On

    Turning the Power ON The power of the scanner can be turned ON and OFF with the power When the scanner is properly connected to the computer, the button on the front of the scanner. (CaptureOnTouch) icon appears on the taskbar as follows. Make sure that the scanner and computer are connected properly.
  • Page 10: Important Safety Instructions

    If you have any questions regarding the power supply, contact your Avoid locations where a considerable amount of dust accumulates local authorized Canon dealer or service representative for further as dust may adversely affect the inside of the scanner. information.
  • Page 11: Moving The Scanner

    Then, contact your local authorized Canon dealer or service representative to have the unit serviced.
  • Page 12: Disposal

    OFF, and safe operation, follow the instructions of the warning carefully. disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. Then, contact your local authorized Canon dealer or service representative to have the unit serviced. Disposal Do not install the scanner in a humid or dusty location.
  • Page 13: Features Of The Scanner

    Features of the Scanner The main features of the DR-M140 document scanner are described Full Auto Mode below. A Full Auto Mode is provided in CaptureOnTouch and the scanner Compact Design driver to allow scanning under automatically determined conditions. The scanner has a compact size of 313 mm (12.32") (W) x 93 mm Scanning conditions such as the color mode and page size are set (3.66") (H) x 181 mm (7.13") (D) when the document feed tray is automatically based on the document being scanned.
  • Page 14 Skip Blank Page Function The scanner is equipped with a Skip Blank Page function that enables you to scan a document without storing images of blank pages, regardless of whether each page of the document is two- sided or one-sided. Both sides are scanned, but saving the image is skipped for scan images judged to be from a blank page.
  • Page 15: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts Front View (With the Feed Tray Open) A OPEN Lever G Operating Panel Raise this to open the upper unit. A range of scanning operations can be performed with this, such as starting and stopping scans, executing registered jobs, and B Document Eject Extension Support cancelling double feed detection.
  • Page 16 I Feed Selection Lever Operating Panel Use this to change the way documents are fed. Set the lever to the lower position when scanning documents consecutively. Set the lever to the upper position when scanning documents one page at a time or scanning multi-page documents that are fastened together.
  • Page 17 Displayed Error Codes When a scanning error occurs, the following error codes are displayed in the Job No. Indicator. : displayed when the upper unit is open. : displayed when a paper jam is detected. : displayed when a double feed is detected while scanning. : displayed when a skewed document is detected.
  • Page 18: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Documents The scanner can scan documents ranging in size from business cards IMPORTANT to LTR/A4. The document sizes that this scanner can scan are shown The documents to be scanned must satisfy certain criteria. Read the below. following items carefully. Plain Paper •...
  • Page 19 • Laminated documents may not be scanned correctly, depending • When scanning cards, clear the [Detect by Ultrasonic] check box in on the document. the [Feeding] tab on the scanner driver settings screen.(See p. 26) • It is recommended that thin documents be fed one page at a time. •...
  • Page 20: How To Place Documents

    How to Place Documents Standard feeding is used to feed documents one page at a time. Non Switching the Feed and Eject separation feeding is used to feed bound or fastened multi-page documents or folded documents without separating them. Methods Feed and Eject Methods for Different Document Types Switch the feed and eject methods based on the type of document you are scanning.
  • Page 21: Placing Documents

    Placing Documents Switch the eject method based on the type of document you are scanning. Ordinarily, you should scan with the straight path tray at the rear Switch the feed method based on the type of document of the scanner closed (U-turn path). you are scanning.
  • Page 22 • Before you place a document, check to make sure it does not Adjust the document guides to fit the width of the contain paper clips, staples, or other small metal objects. These document to be scanned. items may cause a fire or electrical shock, damage the document, or cause a paper jam or scanner malfunction.
  • Page 23: Placing Cards

    Placing Cards Placing Folded Documents Folio Scan enables you to scan documents that are larger than LTR/ Set the feed selection lever to the standard feeding A4 and therefore do not fit in the feeder. To use the function, fold the document in half lengthwise and place it into the feeder.
  • Page 24: Setting The Long Document Mode

    Setting the Long Document Mode Place the document with the folded edge facing right and the top edge facing downward. The length of documents that can be scanned with the scanner is After placing the document, align the document guides with both normally 356 mm (14"), but you can scan documents up to 3,000 mm edges of the document.
  • Page 25 Click [CANON DR-M140 USB] and click [Properties]. Scanner properties are displayed. Click the Start button, and then click [All Programs], [Canon DR-M140], and [Canon imageFORMULA Utility]. imageFORMULA Utility starts. Hint (The [Event] tab may not be In Windows 8.1, it is registered at the following location.
  • Page 26: Detecting A Document Double Feed

    Detecting a document double feed Click [OK]. This scanner includes a function to detect document double feeds. By using this function, the scanner will automatically stop when it detects that multiple documents have been fed at the same time. You can also specify whether to save the scanned image after scanning has Opens the scanner driver's Detail Settings screen.
  • Page 27 Opens the scanner driver's Detail Settings screen. (See Opens the scanner driver's Detail Settings screen. (See p. 33) p. 35) Click the [Feeding] tab. Select the [Double Feed Detection] check box, and then select any one of [Detect by Ultrasonic], [Detect by Length], and [Detect by Ultrasonic and Length].
  • Page 28 What to do when a double feed is When using the double feed detection ignore function If a document double feed is detected during scanning, document detected feeding stops when the double fed documents are ejected. The following error code is displayed in the Job No. Indicator of the When not using the double feed detection ignore function operating panel, and the DFR button lights.
  • Page 29 Buttons of Buttons of [Rapid Recovery Operating Description System] Screen Panel Saves the preview image as a [SAVE & DFR button scanned image and scans the CONTINUE] rest of the document. Discards the preview image and [STOP] Stop button stops scanning. Discards the preview image and [DISCARD &...
  • Page 30: Detecting Skewed Documents

    Detecting Skewed Documents Click the [OK] button to close the settings screen. This scanner includes a function that can detect when a document has Place the document as described in "Placing been fed at a slant. When this function is used, the scanner will stop a Documents"...
  • Page 31 Hint Click to close the dialog box. If [Rapid recovery system] is enabled in the [Others] tab of the scanner driver settings screen, the following screen appears instead Place the document as described in "Placing of the above message screen. In such cases, reload the document Documents"...
  • Page 32: Scanning Methods

    Scanning methods Scanning with CaptureOnTouch What is CaptureOnTouch? CaptureOnTouch is a scanning application that enables you to scan a document with a simple operation merely by selecting the screen panel. For details about the operations and functions, see the help of CaptureOnTouch.
  • Page 33: Setting The Scanner Driver

    Setting the Scanner Driver When you load the driver for the first time, the selected scanner and a [Basic] tab dialog for selecting the default paper size are displayed. Hint • These settings will apply when [Default] is clicked in the ISIS driver dialog box.
  • Page 34 [Brightness] tab [Feeding] tab Adjust the brightness and contrast of scanned images. Specify scanner operations related to document feeding. In addition, you can also click [Gamma] and set the gamma correction [Others] tab value for scanned images. [Image processing] tab Configure special scan method and image processing settings.
  • Page 35 Hint When the scanner driver is opened from CaptureOnTouch, the When the Advanced Settings screen is called from some followingsettings screen of the scanner driver appears. applications, the Advanced Settings screen may have the Simple mode and Advanced mode. Simple Mode Advanced Mode...
  • Page 36: Setting Basic Scanning Conditions

    • [Advanced Text Enhancement] and [Advanced Text Enhancement Setting Basic Scanning Conditions II] remove or process the background color and background surrounding text to enhance the text for easy reading. When This section provides an overview of the basic setting items that are [Advanced Text Enhancement II] is selected, you can make the text the minimum requirements when configuring the scanner settings.
  • Page 37 Dots per inch Select the scanning resolution. Confirming Basic Conditions for Scanning When you scan a document, make sure you confirm the [Color mode], [Dots per inch], [Page Size], and [Scanning Side] basic conditions in the settings screen of the scanner driver. •...
  • Page 38 Color mode Page Size Select the scanning mode. Select the page size that matches the document to be scanned. • [Advanced Text Enhancement II] removes or processes the background color and background surrounding text to enhance the text for easy reading. •...
  • Page 39 Scanning Documents of Unregistered Specifying the Scan Area Page Sizes Configure the following settings when you want to specify the area of the document to be scanned. Specifying an area You can register a non-standard page size that has not been registered as a page size by naming and registering it as a custom page size in the Custom Paper Size dialog box, which is opened from Specify the area of the document to be scanned in the Scan Area...
  • Page 40 Configuring Scanner Settings According to Purpose Select the [Set Scanning Area] check box and then specify the area of Set the scanning conditions according to the scanning purpose. the document to be scanned. When you want to delete the images of the blank pages in two-sided documents Set the scanning side setting to [Skip Blank Page] on the [Basic] tab to delete the images of the blank pages in the document.
  • Page 41 When you do not want to scan colored lines and text Set the scanning side setting to [Skip blank page] to delete the images of the blank pages in the document. Specify the color (red, green, blue, all colors) to be ignored (dropped out) in the color drop-out settings on the [Image processing] tab, and that color will be removed from the scanned image.
  • Page 42 When you want to enhance a particular color When you want to enhance contours in images Specify the color (red, green, blue) to be enhanced in the color drop- Adjust the edge emphasis setting on the [Image processing] tab. out settings on the [Image processing] tab, and that color will be enhanced in the scanned image.
  • Page 43 When you want to make lines and text in scanned images When you want to enhance text that is difficult to read thicker or thinner because of factors such as the background of the scanned document Drag the [Character Emphasis] slider in the [Image processing] tab to make lines and text in the scanned images thicker or thinner.
  • Page 44 When you want to detect multiple pages fed at the same time Select [Advanced Text Enhancement II] in the [Color mode] setting. The background behind the text is removed or processed so that the text is emphasized for better readability. Select the [Double Feed Detection] check box on the [Feeding] tab.
  • Page 45 When you want to match the orientation of images to the text when scanning a mixture of pages with different text orientations Select the [Double Feed Detection] check box. Select [Text orientation recognition] in [Document Orientation] on the [Others] tab. The text orientation on each page is detected, and the scanned image is rotated in 90-degree increments to correct the orientation.
  • Page 46 When you want to rotate the images of a document placed horizontally to correct the orientation Select the [Text Orientation Recognition] check box. The text orientation on each page is detected, and the scanned image is rotated in 90-degree increments to correct the orientation. Specify the rotation angle in [Document Orientation] on the [Others] tab.
  • Page 47 When you want to use batch separation for scanning When you want to use multistream settings for scanning When you want to divide and scan a document, you can separate a Multi-stream allows you to output multiple different scanned images batch at the timing with which each next document is placed and with a single scan operation, and output scanned images with different scanned.
  • Page 48 When you want to remove dots and notches that appear Hint in documents The following shows the setting conditions that can be set in the multistream settings. Items that can be set You can remove dots and notches protruding from object outlines that [Color mode] and [Dots per inch] [Basic] tab appear in documents from scanned images.
  • Page 49 When you want to save a scanner driver setting Click [Image processing] and select [ON] for [Erase Dot] or [Erase Notch] in the dialog box that appears. When you finish configuring a setting, click the [Save] button of [User Preference] to save the setting. The saved setting is registered to the list.
  • Page 50 Function Restrictions Depending on Mode Setting Some of the setting items in each of the driver tabs are disabled as follows depending on the setting for [Color Mode] on the [Basic] tab. [Brightness] tab [Others] Tab Setting value Contrast Setting value Prescan Detect Automatically Detect Automatically...
  • Page 51 Not available for setting if either one of the following two conditions are met. • [Detection mode] in the [Auto Image Type Detection Settings] dialog box is set to [Color or Gray] • [Mode in case of binary] in the [Settings for in case of binary] tab is set to [Error Diffusion] Not available for setting if [Detection mode] is set to [Color or Gray] in the [Auto Image Type Detection Settings] dialog box.
  • Page 52 Advanced mode (Image processing dialog) Prevent Bleed Edge Background Character Through / Color Erase Setting value Erase Dot emphasis smoothing Emphasis Remove drop-out Notch Background Detect automatically Black and White Error Diffusion Advanced Text Enhancement II 256-level Gray 24-bit Color O: Available for setting X: Not available for setting 1) Cannot be set if the [Detect automatically] setting matches the conditions below •...
  • Page 53: More Advanced Scanning Methods

    The following operations are performed when using patchcodes for scanning. Using a Patchcode for Scanning Print patchcode with a printer. Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Canon DR-M140] and then select DR-M140 supports batch separation (automatic file separation) [Patchcode] from the menu. functions by using patchcodes.
  • Page 54 • Keep the patchcode sheet clean. Take particular care to keep Hint the patchcode detection range area clean. Also, do not bend, In Windows 8.1, it is registered at the following location. fold or crease the sheet. Place the documents in the scanner after inserting the patchcode sheet in front of the page that separates the files.
  • Page 55: Maintenance

    Maintenance Daily Maintenance Clean the scanner on a regular basis, as described below, to maintain Cleaning the Sensor Glass and the peak scanning quality. Rollers CAUTION If scanned images contain streaks, or if the scanned documents • When cleaning the scanner and the inside of the scanner, turn OFF become dirty, the sensor glass or rollers inside the scanner may be the power switch and disconnect the power cord from the power dirty.
  • Page 56 IMPORTANT Scratches on the sensor glass may cause marks on the images, as well as feeding errors. If there are scratches on the sensor glass, contact your local authorized Canon dealer or service representative.
  • Page 57 Wipe the removed rollers with a cloth that has been Close the document feed tray. dampened with water and thoroughly wrung out. Reattach the retard roller and feeding roller. (See p. 62) Close the upper unit by gently pushing down on the left and right sides.
  • Page 58: Adjusting The Reduction Ratio

    Log on to Windows as an Administrator. Click the Start button, and then click [All Programs], [Canon DR-M140], and [Canon imageFORMULA Utility]. imageFORMULA Utility starts. Click [Canon DR-M140 USB] and click [Properties]. Scanner properties are displayed. (The [Event] tab may not be displayed, depending on the model.)
  • Page 59 Click to close the dialog box. Click [OK] to close the scanner properties. Opens the scanner driver's Detail Settings screen. (See p. 35) Click to display the [Scanner Information] dialog box. Click [Maintenance] to display the [Maintenance] dialog box. Change the value of [Reduction ratio adjustment]. The adjustment value can be set within the range from -3.0% to 3.0%.
  • Page 60: Replacing Consumable Parts

    Opening and Closing the Upper Unit Replacing Consumable Parts The feed roller and retard roller are consumable parts. Open the document feed tray. The feed roller and retard roller wear with scanning. If the feed roller and retard roller are worn, documents may not feed correctly and paper jams and double feeds may occur.
  • Page 61 Hint Close the upper unit by gently pushing down on the left The location of each of the consumable parts is shown below. and right sides. Push until it clicks into place to make Feed Roller sure that it is completely closed. Retard roller (inside the upper unit) Close the document feed tray.
  • Page 62 Replacing the Retard Roller Press the roller cover to close it. Unlock the roller cover and open it. Replacing the Feed Roller Remove the retard roller. Lift the securing lever for the feed roller forward. Install the new retard roller. Slide the securing lever for the feed roller to the left.
  • Page 63 Resetting the counter IMPORTANT Log on to Windows as an Administrator. Click the Start button, and then click [All Programs], [Canon DR-M140], and [Canon imageFORMULA Utility]. imageFORMULA Utility starts. Slide the securing lever for the feed roller to the right.
  • Page 64 Hint Click the [Maintenance] tab and then select [Reset]. In Windows 8.1, it is registered at the following location. Click [Canon DR-M140 USB] and click [Properties]. The counter for [Current Rollers] resets. Scanner properties are displayed. Click [OK] to close the scanner properties.
  • Page 65: Auto Power Off Setting

    To disable this setting, follow the procedure below. IMPORTANT Log on to Windows as an Administrator. Click the Start button, and then click [All Programs], [Canon DR-M140], and [Canon imageFORMULA Utility]. imageFORMULA Utility starts. Click to close the [Maintenance] dialog box.
  • Page 66 Click the [Maintenance] tab and then clear the [Turn off In Windows 8.1, it is registered at the following location. automatically after 4 hours] check box. Click [Canon DR-M140 USB] and click [Properties]. Scanner properties are displayed. Click [OK] to close the scanner properties.
  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    (3) The computer’s USB interface may not support the be solved by cleaning, the internal glass may be scanner. The scanner cannot be guaranteed to scratched. Contact your local authorized Canon dealer. work with all USB interfaces. (4) Confirm that the supplied USB cable is used to Problem 6 Pages are missing.
  • Page 68 Problem 7 Documents jam (or double-feed). Problem 10 Scanned images of multiple pages cannot be saved in a single JPEG or BMP (PICT) file. Solutions (1) If the roller has been installed correctly, clean it if necessary. Solutions Multiple scanned images cannot be saved in a single (2) Proper scanning may not be possible when JPEG or BMP (PICT) file.
  • Page 69: Software Troubleshooting

    Software Troubleshooting This section describes troubleshooting problems and solutions for operating the supplied software (CaptureOnTouch). If scanning is too slow (1) Close other running programs, if any. (2) Scanning can be slowed down by memory shortage caused by memory-resident applications such as anti-virus programs. Close such memory-resident programs if necessary to free up memory space.
  • Page 70: Useful Tips

    Useful tips Here are some useful tips for scanning documents. Setting Description Where are scanned images saved? Can the save destination be Any specified text string to be included in the file changed? File name name. Images are saved to the following locations, according to program settings.
  • Page 71 How do I print scanned data? • For both Standard Scanning and Scanning Shortcut, select [Print] in the [Select output] panel. • To use this function, you need to install a plug-in. • The plug-in can be installed by selecting its checkbox when installing CaptureOnTouch.
  • Page 72: Clearing Paper Jams And Skewed Documents

    Clearing Paper Jams and Skewed Documents When paper jams and skewed documents are detected during Raise the OPEN lever, and open the upper unit. scanning, the following error codes are displayed in the scanner’s display panel and scanning is interrupted. Paper jam error code Skew detection error code When a paper jam or double feed occurs during scanning, use the...
  • Page 73 IMPORTANT Make sure to pull the document out carefully, without applying too much force. If the jammed paper tears while you are pulling it out, make sure to remove any remaining pieces from inside the scanner. Close the upper unit by gently pushing down on the left and right sides.
  • Page 74: Uninstalling The Software

    Uninstalling the Software If the ISIS/TWAIN driver or CaptureOnTouch is not operating normally, follow the procedure below to uninstall them. Then, re-install the software from the Setup disc. IMPORTANT Log on to Windows as an Administrator. From the Windows task bar, click Start button click [Windows System] click [Control Panel].
  • Page 75: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications Main Unit Eject method: Straight path only Loading capacity: Type Desktop sheetfed scanner 3 cards (non-embossed), 1 card (embossed) Scanning Document Size Scanning Sensor Contact image sensor Plain Paper Light source Size Width: 50.8 mm to 216 mm (2" to 8.5") Scanning Side Simplex/duplex Length: 54 mm to 356 mm (2.12"...
  • Page 76: Replacement Parts

    About Assigning Function to Start Button on p. When you connect Flatbed Scanner Unit, you can assign Scanning • Contact your local authorized Canon dealer or service Shortcut of CaptureOnTouch to the start button of Flatbed Scanner representative for detailed information about the replacement parts.
  • Page 77: Dimensions

    Dimensions 181 mm (7.13") 313 mm (12.32") 165 mm (6.5") 250 mm (9.84")
  • Page 78: Index

    Index Numerics 2D code ..................14 multistream settings(Windows) ..........47 Adjusting the Reduction Ratio ............ 58 Network adapter NA10 ............... 76 Advanced Mode(Mac) ..............35 Network adapter WA10 .............. 76 Auto Power Off Setting(Windows) ..........65 Operating Panel ................. 16 Barcode ................14 Batch Separation(Windows) ............
  • Page 79 Safety-related markings on the machine Marquages de sécurité sur la machine Marcature di sicurezza sulla macchina Sicherheitshinweise auf der Maschine Marcas de la máquina relacionadas con la seguridad Veiligheidsmarkeringen op de machine Makine üzerindeki güvenlik i aretleri [English] Switch (On) Power on [Français] Commutateur (Marche)
  • Page 80 [English] Switch (Push-On/Push-Off) Power on/off (no standby current) [Français] Commutateur (Appuyer pour Sous/hors tension (pas de courant de veille) mettre en marche/Appuyer pour arrêter) [Italiano] Interruttore a pulsante Alimentazione on/off (nessuna corrente di standby) bistabile (On/Off) [Deutsch] Schalter (Ein- und Ausschalten Ein- und Ausschalten (ohne Ruhestromaufnahme) durch Drücken) [Español]...
  • Page 81 [English] DC symbol Indicates direct current [Français] Symbole CC Indique qu’il s’agit de courant continu [Italiano] Simbolo corrente continua (C.C.) Indica la corrente continua Kennzeichnet Gleichstrom [Deutsch] Gleichstrom-Symbol [Español] Símbolo CC Indica corriente continua Geeft gelijkstroom aan [Nederlands] DC-pictogram [Türkçe] DC sembolü...
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