Avision AV810C User manual

User’s Manual
For AV810C/AV815C/AV820C/AV880C
Document Imaging Scanner
Doc. No.250-0070-03 Rev. C
Avision Inc.

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Trademarks
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Machines Corp.
Other brands and product names herein are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.
Copyright
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated
into any language or computer language, in any form or by
anymeans, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical,
manual, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Avision
Inc.
Material scanned by this product may be protected by governmental
laws and other regulations, such as copyright laws, the customer is
solely responsible for complying with all such laws and regulations.

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Warranty
The information contained in this document is subject to change
without notice.
Avision makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material,
including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of fitness for a
particular purpose.
Avision shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for
incidental or consequential damages in connection with the
furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

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FCC 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.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
− Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
− Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
− Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
− Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, (example - use
only shield interface cables when connecting to computer or
peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacture of this device could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part
15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible
Party: Avision Labs, Inc.
Telephone No.: [phone]

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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................... 1-1
2. SCANNER INSTALLATION................................................... 2-1
2.1 PRECAUTIONS ............................................................... 2-1
2.2 SCANNER UNPACKING.................................................. 2-1
2.3 ADF PAPER CHUTE INSTALLATION ............................. 2-5
2.4DOCUMENT LOADING..................................................... 2-7
2.5 CONNECTING THE CABLES .......................................... 2-9
2.6 INSTALLATION OF THE SCSI CARD.............................2-11
2.6.1 PC USERS.............................................................2-11
2.6.2 MAC USER............................................................2-12
3. SCANNER DRIVER INSTALLATION .................................... 3-1
3.1 MAC USERS.................................................................... 3-1
3.2 PC USERS....................................................................... 3-4
3.2.1 WINDOWS 3.1 OR WINDOWS 3.1X...................... 3-4
3.2.2 WINDOWS 95 OR WINDOWS NT4.0..................... 3-5
4. SCANNER OPERATION ....................................................... 4-1
4.1 IMAGE TYPE................................................................... 4-5
4.2 RESOLUTION CONTROL................................................ 4-7
4.3 IMAGE CONTROL ........................................................... 4-8
4.4 SCANNING .....................................................................4-13
5. CARE AND MAINTENANCE.................................................. 5-1
5.1 CLEANING THE ADF....................................................... 5-1
5.2 CLEANING THE GLASS.................................................. 5-3
5.3 REPLACING THE ADF DETACHABLE PAD MODULE.... 5-4
6. TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................... 6-1
6.1 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS............................... 6-1
6.2 PAPERJAM IN THE ADF ................................................. 6-4
6.3 TECHNICAL SERVICE..................................................... 6-6
7. SPECIFICATIONS................................................................. 7-1
7.1 MODEL: DOCUMENT SCANNERS................................. 7-2

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1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Avision document scanner.
Avision is one of the leading company to make high quality document
scanner.
To ensure the optimum performance of the scanner, please take a
few minutes to read through this manual before you install and
operate the new scanner. The manual contains important
information on how to unpack, install, operate, and maintain the
scanner properly. Figure 2-1 in below shows how the scanner is
packed. Please check if all items are included.

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Figure 1-1 Scanner Packaging
1. Scanner main unit
2. Cushion
3. Users manual, Software CD
4. SCSI host adapter
5. SCSI cable
6. Power adapter
7. Output paper rack
8. Carton
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2. SCANNER INSTALLATION
2.1 PRECAUTIONS
v Keep the scanner out of direct sunlight. Direct exposure to
the sun or excessive heat may cause damage to the unit.
v Do not install the scanner in a humid or dusty place.
v Be sure to use the proper AC power source.
v Place the scanner securely on an even, flat surface. Tilted or
uneven surfaces may cause mechanical or paper-feeding
problems.
v Keep the shipping box and the material in case you may need
to ship the scanner again.
2.2 SCANNER UNPACKING
Please unpack the scanner carefully. If any item is missing or
damaged, please contact your authorized Avision dealer
immediately.
Remove the shipping retainer:
1. Place the scanner on its side as shown to reveal the shipping
retainer as shown in Figure 2-1.
2. Unscrew the retainer screw.
3. Pull out the shipping retainer and put it in the “use position”(See
Figure 2-2) and secure it with the screw.
4. Lay down the scanner on the desk for normal operation.

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Figure 2-1 Remove the shipping retainer.
Figure 2-2 Fasten the shipping retainer.

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Refit the shipping retainer:
Whenever you need to transport the scanner, please follow the
instructions below:
1. Turn off the scanner.
2. Raise the document cover. You can see clearly the flatbed
glass as well as the reading engine.
3. Turn on the scanner. At this moment, the reading engine will
move a few inches forward and stay there for a few seconds.
Turn off the scanner during this pause.
4. Raise the scanner high enough to unscrew the shipping retainer
from the “use position” and fix it in the “shipping position.”
SCSI ID:
When you have several devices on a SCSI chain, you may need to
adjust the SCSI ID selector setting located on the back of the
scanner(See Figure 2-3). This setting assigns a specific "device ID"
to the scanner. If the ID number is duplicate with an existing SCSI
device, please select a new ID.
Note: The factory setting for the scanner is ID# 6. Usually, ID# 0 is
assigned to an internal hard disk drive, and ID# 7, to SCSI adapter or
host. ID# 8 and #9 are not in use actual.
Setting Terminator
The scanner is equipped with a built-in terminator switch on the rear
of the scanner. (See Figure 2-3) Turn the terminator switch on if
the scanner is to be connected to the computer as the only or the
last SCSI device. Turn the terminator switch off if the scanner is to
be located between the computer and other SCSI device.

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Figure 2-3 SCSI ID setting/Terminator switch
Terminator SW
SCSI ID Selector
Power Switch

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2.3 ADF PAPER CHUTE INSTALLATION
1. Raise the document cover to about 45 degrees.
2. Place the ADF paper chute to about 45 degrees. Insert the ADF
paper chute to auto feeder holes on the document cover as
shown in Figure 2-4.
3. Pull out the wire leg under the paper chute.
4. Pull out the paper chute extension to the length you wish.
Figure 2-4 Install the ADF paper chute
Wire leg
ADF paper chute
Document cover

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ADF output paper rack installation
1. Hold the output paper rack some 30 degrees as shown in
Figure 2-5.
2. Insert the three clasp-joints on the output paper rack in their
respective places on the ADF.
3. Release the paper rack gently. Make sure the rack is firmly
attached to the ADF.
4. Pull out the output paper rack extension to the length you
want.
Figure 2-5 Install the ADF output paper rack
Clasp-joint
Extensions

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2.4 DOCUMENT LOADING
For flatbed scanning, see Figure 2-6.
Figure 2-6 Lay the paper on the scanner
Document cover
Document holding pad
Reference mark
Document
Document board
(glass)
Reference frame

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Standard paper size should feed easily through the scanner. To
prevent occasional paper jam when automatically feeding multiple
documents, loosen the paper before loading(See Figure 2-7).
Figure 2-7 Use ADF to load multiple documents
Left guide
Auto feeder hole
Right guide
Document
ADF paper chute
Document size scale

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2.5 CONNECTING THE CABLES
Be sure the scanner power is switched off.
Connect the power cable and signal cable as Figure 2-8 and Figure
2-9.
Turning on the Power
The power is controlled by a toggle switch on the side of the
scanner. To turn on the scanner, press the switch toward "1."
At this moment, the POWER LED should light up. If not, check the
power.
Scanner Diagnostics
The scanner has a built-in self-diagnostic function to detect system
errors. The self test is initiated each time the scanner is turned on.
During the test, the READY LED is flashing. At the end of the test,
if no error occurs, the READY LED is steadily on.

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Figure 2-8 Cable connection (Close view)
Figure 2-9 Cable connection (General view)
Power
switch
SCSI cable (To
computer SCSI
port)
SCSI cable (To
another SCSI
device)

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2.6 INSTALLATION OF THE SCSI CARD
2.6.1 PC USERS
2.6.1.1 ADAPTEC SCSI CARD
Hardware Installation
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Plug the SCSI card in an available slot of your computer.
Be sure to screw it firmly.
3. Turn on your computer.
Software Installation
Windows 3.1
If your scanner comes with an Adaptec AVA-1505Ae, then the
installation of the SCSI card driver will be complete during the
installation of the scanner driver.
Windows 95
Windows 95 has embedded driver support for your host adapter.
When you start Windows 95, the host adapter is detected and the
appropriate driver is automatically installed.

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Windows NT
1. Press Start>Setting>Control Panel. And choose “SCSI
Adapter” from the Control Panel menu. The “SCSI Adapter”
dialog box is displayed. Choose Driver.
2. Choose “Add” and “Select manufacturer and SCSI adapter”.
3. Select “Adaptec” as the manufacturer and “AIC-6X60 ISA
Single Chip SCSI Controller” as the adapter and then
Confirm.
4. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the installation.
5. Restart your Windows NT.
2.6.1.2 OTHER SCSI CARDS
If you purchase your SCSI card separately from the scanner, then
please follow the installation instruction provided by your SCSI card
supplier.
2.6.2 MAC USER
The Mac system already has SCSI controller built in. Connect the
system, therefore, set a different SCSI ID for each SCSI device.

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3. SCANNER DRIVER INSTALLATION
3.1 MAC USERS
The AV800C series document scanner must have the following
minimum requirements to run at rated speed as recommended:
• MAC II series; Quadra series, Perfoma series; Power
Macintosh series, PowerBook series or later;
• At least 20M bytes of free hard disk space;
• A minimum of 16M bytes of system memory required,
32M bytes or higher recommended;
• Mac compatible display card and monitor with at least
256 colors; thousands colors or million colors display
card recommended;
• System 7 or later.
• A floppy disk drive
The installation procedures of Avision scanner driver are as follows:
1. Close all the applications including the anti-virus program.
2. Install on your computer the image-editing or scanner-related
application you want to use with the scanner, such as
OmniPage, PhotoShop, etc.
3. Insert “Avision Driver Kit” disk into your floppy disk drive.
The Avision Driver Kit X.x.x dialog box as Fig. 3-1 will
appear. Read "Read Me First" for some valuable information
which you should note.
4. Double click on the “AV Kit X.x.x Installer” icon. AV Kit X.x.x
Installer dialog box will appear as Fig. 3-2.
5. Click Easy Install icon and drag it to the system icon in the
right side. A "Select a folder for plug-in" dialog box as Fig. 3-
3 will appear. Select your application folder and select the
"Choose plug-ins" button. The installation will then be
completed.