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SnapScan e10 Owner’s Guide Preface This chapter gives you information about SnapScan and about Chapter 1: Preparing the Scanner “Preparing the Scanner” explains how to prepare your SnapScan for installation. Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner for PC This chapter shows you how to set up your SnapScan for your PC.
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Trademarks AGFA and the Agfa rhombus are trademarks of Agfa-Gevaert AG ScanWise and SnapScan e10 are trademarks of Agfa-Gevaert N.V. Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated which may be registered in certain jurisdictions. Apple, Macintosh, PowerPC and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the U.S.
Safety Regulations ... 28 UL Safety Statement... 28 TÜV: Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise... 28 Electromagnetic Compatibility... 29 Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement... 29 Industry Canada Class A and B Label Requirements ... 29 Declaration of Conformity: SnapScan e10 ... 30 Preface...
About SnapScan In this Owner’s Guide, the name SnapScan is used for the SnapScan e10 (unless specified otherwise). The SnapScan is a one pass flatbed color scanner with a resolution of 600 x 1200 ppi equipped with a cold cathode lamp. It is based on CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) scanning technology.
Precautions For your own safety and that of your equipment, respect conscientiously the Requirements and always take the following precautions: " Check frequently whether there is no overheating of the AC adapter. " If you do not use your scanner for some time, pull the AC adapter cable out of the power supply socket.
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Chapter 1: Preparing the Scanner This chapter helps you to prepare your SnapScan for installation. Unpacking the Scanner Taking a Closer Look Unlocking the Scanner Chapter 1: Preparing the Scanner...
Unpacking the Scanner Open the packing box and carefully unpack all the items. Check each item to make sure that everything listed on the Packing List (printed on the box) is present. Check if there is no visible defect. If something is missing, contact your dealer. Remove the plastic wrapping and the packing materials from the scanner.
The following figure illustrates the location of the different parts at the rear of your scanner. Power connector USB Port (labeled with the USB icon ) to make a connection to your computer Unlocking the Scanner Before you start using the scanner, you first have to unlock it. Place the scanner on a horizontal, flat surface and pull it carefully towards you until you can see the locking screw at the bottom.
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Rotate the locking screw in the direction of Your scanner is unlocked. Note: If you want to transport your scanner, you have to lock it. To do this, first connect the AC adapter to the scanner so that its optical assembly moves to its home position. Then, rotate the locking screw in the direction of and ready for transportation.
Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner for PC This chapter shows you how to set up your SnapScan for your PC. Minimum System Requirements Installing the Scanner Software Connecting the Scanner to Your PC Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner for PC...
You need about two times the size of the image to scan, edit and save it. Installing the Scanner Software Insert the Agfa ScanWise CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. Note: If the ScanWise Installer program does not appear automatically, carry out the following instructions: Double-click My computer.
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Note: During installation the Register ScanWise window appears. You can choose to register now or later. Register now: If you choose to register now, the Agfa webpage opens. Here you can register online. Register later: If you choose to register later, you can register afterwards via Start/Programs/Agfa ScanWise/Register ScanWise.
Connecting the Scanner to Your PC Caution: For your safety, use the adapter that comes with this product. Do not use any substitute. Misuse of the power adapter can cause serious damage to the product and a safety hazard while using it.
Chapter 3: Installing the Scanner for Macintosh This chapter shows you how to set up your SnapScan for your Macintosh. Minimum System Requirements Installing the Scanner Software Connecting the Scanner to the Macintosh Computer Chapter 3: Installing the Scanner for Macintosh...
Minimum System Requirements A USB port A PowerPC ® processor A 14 inch color monitor with thousands of colors for an accurate display of color images 32 MB of RAM A CD-ROM drive Mac ® OS 8 or higher Chapter 3: Installing the Scanner for Macintosh...
" Note: After installation the Register ScanWise window appears. Register now: If you choose to register now, the Agfa webpage opens. Here you can register online. Register later: If you choose to register later, you can register afterwards by double- clicking the ‘Product Registration’...
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Personalized one-to-one technical support: Agfa assists you online if you have additional questions about technical issues. Automatic e-mail notification: Agfa notifies you immediately when new software and upgrades are available for downloading. " Note: For support issues, go to http://support.agfa.com.
Connecting the Scanner to the Macintosh Computer Caution: For your safety, use the adapter that comes with this product. Do not use any substitute. Misuse of the power adapter can cause serious damage to the product and a safety hazard while using it.
Note: The adjustable document cover makes it possible to scan from books and magazines. When you put a thick original on the reflective glass plate, the document cover adapts to the thickness of the original. For PC: In the Start menu, select Programs, Agfa ScanWise to open the ScanWise application. -or-...
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Follow the steps described in the ScanWise Guide Me mode. For more information consult the ScanWise Application Guide and the Agfa Contacts on your Agfa ScanWise CD-ROM. After installation you can access these documents via the Start menu on your PC or via the ScanWise icon on the desktop of your Macintosh.
SnapScan e10 cannot be found”. " Re-install ScanWise. " Check if the Extensions folder contains the file ‘Agfa USB e10’. This driver is necessary for detecting the scanner. (MACINTOSH ONLY) menu. Click the tab ‘Devices and (MACINTOSH ONLY).
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You cannot scan from within your image editing software If ScanWise is installed before the image editing software, no plug-ins will be available in the image editing software. " Uninstall and re-install ScanWise. Windows 98 fails to detect the scanner when you connect it for the first time "...
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You can also choose Internet Options, Programs in the Control Panel and indicate your e-mail client there. Your problem is not solved. For support issues, go to http://support.agfa.com folder on the ScanWise CD-ROM. or consult the Support file in the documentation Appendix A: Troubleshooting...
Appendix B: Technical Information Technical specifications are subject to change without notice. Scanner type: - SnapScan e10 Maximum resolution: - optical: - through interpolation: - Internal sample depth: Scanning speed: - line-art: - gray: - color: Maximum scanning area Lamp for reflective scanning:...
Appendix C: Regulation Compliance Safety Regulations UL Safety Statement TÜV: Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Electromagnetic Compatibility Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement Industry Canada Class A and B Label Requirements Declaration of Conformity: SnapScan e10 Appendix C: Regulation Compliance...
The SnapScan and the AC adapter are suited for indoor use only. Do not use them outdoors. Use the Agfa supplied AC adapter only, otherwise guarantee will be voided. For the reason of safety, besides the personal maintenance mentioned in this operation manual, do not try to remove any mechanical parts or any electronic devices.
Electromagnetic Compatibility SnapScan is designed to comply with: " Emission EN55022, class B " Immunity IEC 801-2, IEC 801-3, IEC 801-4 " 47 CFR, part 15, subpart B, class B Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Agfa SnapScan e10 Color image scanner Complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC The product SnapScan e10 complies with the following standards: EN 60950: 1992/A1: 1993 Complies with the requirements of the EMC directive 89/336/EEC The product SnapScan e10 complies with the following standards: EN 55022 class B EN 50082 –...
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