Safety User Precautions • Place the scanner on a sturdy, level work surface capable of supporting 5.5 kg (12 lbs). • Do not install the scanner in a location subject to dust, humidity or steam. This may cause electrical shock or a fire. Only use the scanner and power supply indoors in a dry location.
Environmental information • The Kodak i1400 Series Scanners are designed to meet worldwide environmental requirements. • Guidelines are available for the disposal of consumable items that are replaced during maintenance or service; follow local regulations or contact Kodak locally for more information. •...
Kodak i1420 Scanner — desktop duplex color scanner that scans up to 60 ppm (300 dpi, black and white, landscape orientation) letter-size documents. Kodak i1440 Scanner — desktop duplex color scanner that scans up to 75 ppm (300 dpi, black and white, landscape orientation) letter-size documents.
Accessories • Kodak A4 Flatbed Accessory — the Kodak A4 Flatbed adds scanning capability for exception documents up to 8.5 x 11-inch (A4) size paper to your Kodak i1400 Series Scanner. CAT No. 867 7288 • Kodak Black Background Accessory for A4 Flatbed — this flatbed cover can be used if you are scanning documents with primarily a white background and you want a defined black border on your images.
Scanner components Front view Scanner cover — provides access to the internal components. Output tray — collects the scanned documents. LEDs — illuminates and flashes indicating scanner status. Scanner cover release lever — push up to open the scanner cover. Input tray —...
Inside view Separator module — provides smooth document feeding and separation of various sizes, thicknesses and textures of documents. Rollers — provides smooth transport of documents through the scanner. Rear roller cover — provides access to the rear rollers for cleaning.
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Side views Power button — turns the power to the scanner on (|) and off (O). Power port — connects the power cord to the scanner. Side access door — provides access to the upper imaging guide for replacement. The Kodak i1410 Scanner does not have a side access door.
2 Installation Contents Installing the scanner ..............2-1 Installing the Kodak Driver Software - Windows ......2-1 Attaching the input and output trays ........... 2-3 Connecting the power cord and USB cable ........ 2-4 Disconnecting the power cord............2-4 Turning on the scanner ..............2-5 Installing the scanner This section provides detailed information of the Installation Guide that is provided with your scanner.
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NOTES: • If the CD does not start automatically, open the My Computer icon on your desktop. Double-click the icon indicating your CD- ROM drive, then double-click on setup.exe. • If the message Portions of this application are already installed is displayed, click Yes to continue the installation process.
Attaching the input and The input and output trays snap into place. The input and output trays output trays can also be adjusted to fit different document sizes. Attaching the input tray 1. Locate the input tray slots on the scanner. 2.
Connecting the power cord When the scanner software drivers have finished being installed, and USB cable connect the power supply, power cord and USB cable to the scanner. Refer to the illustration below for making proper connections. Make sure the power outlet is located within 1.52 metres (5 feet) of the scanner and is easily accessible.
Turning on the • Press the button on the back of the scanner to the On (|) position. scanner When you turn on the scanner, the green indicator on the side of the scanner will flash as the scanner goes through a series of self tests. Please wait while the operating system synchronizes the scanner with the installed software.
3 Scanning Contents Getting your scanner ready to scan ..........3-1 Getting your documents ready to scan ........... 3-3 Selecting your scanning application ..........3-4 Getting your scanner 1. Be sure the scanner is on and ready to scan (green indicator light is on and constant).
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• Adjust the side guides on the input tray (by sliding them in or out) to accommodate the size of documents you are scanning. NOTE: When the scanner is not in use, fold the input and output trays flat up against the scanner to save space. A-61550 February 2010...
Getting your 1. Standard paper size documents feed easily through the scanner. When organizing your documents for scanning, stack the documents ready to documents so the lead edges are aligned and centered in the input scan tray. This allows the feeder to introduce documents into the scanner one at a time.
Selecting your Smart Touch — Kodak provides Smart Touch functionality which allows you to quickly and easily perform common scanning tasks; such scanning application • scan and share incoming client correspondence with a co-worker in a branch office • create a searchable PDF of a printed report •...
Printer specifications Characteristic Description Maximum lines Maximum characters Print locations (vertical) Set by capture software application Print orientation 0 and 90 degrees Font size Bold or Normal NOTE: Not all languages can support a Bold font based on the complexity of the characters, such as half-width Katakana.
Installing/Replacing Before using the printer, you must install the ink cartridge. the ink cartridge After initial installation, replace the ink cartridge when: • printed characters appear light or uneven • missing characters are evident • a print test reveals inconsistent character quality •...
Enhanced printer 5. If you are installing the ink cartridge for the first time, push the connector on the printer cable firmly into the printer carrier. NOTE: If you are replacing an ink cartridge, the printer cable will already be installed and you just need to remove the printer carrier from it’s position and remove the empty ink cartridge.
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8. Slide the printer carrier into the desired print position. See the section entitled, “Changing print positions” later in the chapter for more information. 9. Reinstall and close the printer access door. 10. Run a print test. See the section entitled, “Running a print test” for procedures.
Document printer 1. If you are installing the ink cartridge for the first time, push the connector on the printer cable firmly into the printer carrier. NOTE: If you are replacing an ink cartridge, the printer cable will already be installed and you just need to remove the printer carrier from it’s position and remove the empty ink cartridge.
3. Slide the printer carrier into the desired print position. See the section entitled, “Changing print positions” later in this chapter for more information. 4. Reinstall and close the printer access door. 5. Run a print test. See the next section for procedures. Running a print test You can only run a print test by using the Kodak Scan Validation Tool.
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5. Click the Setup icon. The Scan Validation Tool main window will be displayed. 6. Select the Default Setting Shortcut and click Settings. 7. On the General tab, click the Device button. A-61550 February 2010...
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8. On the Device - General tab, click the Diagnostics button. The General-Diagnostics window will be displayed. 9. Check the Printer check box and click Done. 10. Scan the blank sheet of paper that is in the input tray. 11. Check the quality of the test pattern. If the test pattern is inconsistent, you may need to clean the print head or change the ink cartridge.
Changing print The horizontal print position can be changed manually. positions NOTE: Changing the print position is the same procedure whether you are using the Document Printer or the Enhanced Printer. The illustrations may be slightly different depending on the printer you are using.
Replacing the ink The two ink blotter strips in the scanner transport area collect ink overflow. To order additional ink blotter strips, see the section entitled, blotter strips “Supplies” later in this chapter. 1. Push up on the scanner cover release latch and open the scanner cover.
4. Grasp the blotter strip, carefully pull it off of the channel and discard the soiled strip. 5. Remove the backing from a new blotter strip. 6. Align the blotter strip in one of the channels. NOTE: Improperly aligned blotter strips may cause paper jams. 7.
Problem solving Use the list below as a guide to check possible solutions to problems you may encounter when using the printer. Problem Possible Solution Print quality is poor or inconsistent • Be sure the ink cartridge is not empty. •...
5 Maintenance Contents Opening the scanner cover............. 5-1 Cleaning procedures............... 5-2 Cleaning the rollers and transport ..........5-3 Cleaning the separator module ..........5-4 Cleaning the feed module ............5-5 Cleaning the imaging guides ............5-7 Running a transport cleaning sheet..........5-7 Replacement procedures ...............
Cleaning procedures Cleaning your scanner and preventative maintenance on a regular basis is required to ensure the best possible image quality. Some document types generate more paper dust and debris and may require more frequent cleaning than recommended. Before cleaning your scanner or replacing parts, review the following information: •...
Cleaning the rollers and 1. Manually rotate and wipe the rollers with a roller cleaning pad. transport 2. Clean any dust or debris in the slots around the drive rollers. 3. Wipe the upper and lower transport areas with a roller cleaning pad. 4.
Cleaning the 1. Push up on the scanner cover release latch and open the scanner separator module cover. 2. Lift the separator module up and out of position. 3. Manually rotate and wipe the separator module tires with a roller cleaning pad.
Cleaning the feed module 1. Push against the raised edge on the left side of the front drive roller cover and pull the cover up and out to remove it. NOTE: You may need to lift the input tray slightly to remove the front roller cover.
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3. Manually rotate and wipe the feed module tires with a roller cleaning pad. 4. Inspect the feed module. If the feed module tires show signs of wear or damage, replace the tires or the feed module. See the section entitled, “Replacing the feed module and feed module tires”...
Cleaning the Clean the exposed (top side) surfaces of the imaging guides. You do imaging guides not need to remove the imaging guides for cleaning unless there is dust or dirt on the underside of the imaging guide. If you need to remove the imaging guides, follow the instructions for “Replacing the imaging guides”...
Replacement This section provides procedures for replacing the following parts. Use the list below as a guideline for frequency or replacement. Usage procedures figures are not guaranteed. Customer-operating environments, document type, the condition of documents being scanned, and not following the recommended cleaning and replacement procedures, can cause the life of the consumables to vary.
Replacing the feed module 1. Push up on the scanner cover release latch and open the scanner and feed module tires cover. 2. Push against the raised edge on the left side of the front drive roller cover to the side and pull the cover up and out to remove it. NOTE: You may need to lift the input tray slightly to remove the front roller cover.
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5. Lift and remove each core assembly and slide the tires off of the core. 6. Install each new tire by gently stretching it over the core. IMPORTANT: • Do not overstretch the tire; it may tear. • Make sure that the tire is centered on the core and lies flat. 7.
Replacing the 1. Push up on the scanner cover release latch and open the scanner separator module and cover. separator module tires 2. Lift the separator module up and out of position. 3. If you are just replacing the separator module, insert the new separator module by aligning the shaft ends and snapping it into position.
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4. Holding onto the separator module, rotate the release lever back so you can access the separator roller. NOTE: Use caution as the separator module is spring-loaded and will snap back if you do not hold it in place. 5. Hold onto the separator module in this position with one hand, and with the other hand remove the separator roller.
Replacing the pre- 1. Remove the separator module as previously directed. separation pad 2. Locate the pre-separation pad on the separator module. 3. Hold the separator module in both hands and find the two pre- separation pad side tabs which protrude slightly from the back of the separator module.
Replacing the imaging Replacing the upper imaging guide guides (for i1405, i1420 and i1440 Scanners only) 1. Open the scanner cover and locate the door on the right side of the scanner. Removing the side door will allow you to insert a screwdriver through the door opening to access the upper imaging guide.
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4. Pull gently on the end of the imaging guide and slowly remove it from the scanner. 5. Discard the used imaging guide. 6. Remove any dust or debris from the guide track. Do not allow debris to fall into the scanner. 7.
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Replacing the lower imaging guide (for all scanner models) 1. Locate the lower imaging guide. 2. Using a Phillips Head screwdriver, loosen the screw from the lower imaging guide. 3. Slide the imaging guide out of the bracket and remove it from the scanner.
6 Troubleshooting Contents Problem solving ................6-1 Indicator lights and error codes............6-3 Service indicator lights ..............6-3 Contacting Service................6-4 Problem solving Occasionally you may encounter a situation with your scanner where it may not function properly. Use the chart below as a guide to check possible solutions to help you resolve the situation before calling Technical Support.
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Problem Possible Solution The scanner will not scan/ Make sure that: feed documents • the power cord is plugged in and the power is on. • the power switch is on and the green LED is lit. • the scanner cover is completely closed. •...
Problem Possible Solution Documents are multifeeding Make sure that: • the leading edges of all batched documents are centered in the feeder so that each document will come in contact with the feed rollers. • the feed module and separator module are clean and not worn. •...
Contacting Service 1. Visit www.Kodak.com/go/disupport to obtain the most current phone number for your country. 2. When calling, please have the following information ready: • A description of your problem. • The scanner model and serial number. • Computer configuration. •...
Appendix A Specifications Scanner Type/Speed • i1405 Scanner: duplex color scanner with an automatic document feeder, 45 pages per minute (landscape) • i1410 Scanner: simplex color scanner with an automatic document feeder, 60 pages per minute (landscape) • i1420 Scanner: duplex color scanner with an automatic document feeder, 60 pages per minute (landscape) •...
Power Consumption - Sleep mode: <4 watts Scanner Running: <52 watts Power Consumption - Sleep mode: <6 watts with A3 Flatbed Running: <70 watts Power Consumption - Sleep mode: <6 watts with A4 Flatbed Running: <63 watts Acoustic Noise Operating: less than 58 dB (Sound Power level) Standby: less than 46 dB NOTE: The Kodak A3/A4 Flatbed Accessory is not available for the...
Appendix B Warranty - US and Canada only Congratulations on the purchase of a Kodak Scanner. Kodak Scanners are designed to provide end users with the highest performance and reliability. All Kodak Scanners are covered by the following Limited Warranty. Limited Warranty for Kodak Scanners Eastman Kodak Company provides the following Limited Warranty on Kodak Scanners (excluding spare parts and consumables) distributed by Kodak or through Kodak’s authorized distribution channels:...
How to obtain Limited Warranty service Kodak Scanners are supplied with information on unpacking, setup, installation and operation. Careful reading of the User’s Guide will answer most of the technical questions the end user might have regarding proper installation, operation and maintenance of the product.
On-site service For the selected Kodak Scanner, and after the Response Center verifies a hardware problem, a service call will be opened and logged. An Kodak Field Engineer will be dispatched to the product location to perform repair service if the product is located within the contiguous forty-eight (48) United States, in certain areas of Alaska and Hawaii, and if there are no security, safety or physical requirements that would restrict the Field Engineer’s access to the scanner.
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Contacting Kodak For Information on Kodak Scanners: Website: www.Kodak.com/go/docimaging For U.S. Service, Repair and Technical Assistance by Telephone: Telephone technical support is available Monday-Friday between the hours of 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. excluding Kodak holidays. Phone: (800) 822-1414 For Technical Documentation and FAQ’s available 24 hours a day: Website: www.Kodak.com/go/docimaging For Service Program Information Website: www.Kodak.com...
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