Avision MetaMobile 20 User manual

Mobile Scanner
User’s Manual
Regulatory model: FF-2201B
Avision Inc.

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Trademarks
Mac, and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United States.
Microsoft is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 and Windows 11 are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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 any means, 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.
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.
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Union
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that the product can not be disposed
of with your other household waste. Instead it should be sent to appropriate facilities for
recovery and recycling in an effort to protect human health and the environment. Fore more
information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact
your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased
the product.

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FCC 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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 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.
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.
FCC Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and
users.
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting.
IC Notice:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause interference and
2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

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IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum
distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Règlementd’ Industry Canada
Les conditions de fonctionnement sont sujettes à deux conditions:
(1) Ce périphérique ne doit pas causer d’interférence et.
(2) Ce périphérique doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les interférences pouvant
perturber le bon fonctionnement de ce périphérique.
European Union Regulatory Notice
Products bearing the CE marking comply with the following EU Directives:
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EC
EMC Directive 2014/30/EC
Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU
This product satisfies the Class B limits of EN55032, EN55035, and safety requirements of
EN62368-1.
*This machine is certified as Class 1 LED product.
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, Avision Inc. has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
System Requirements
Windows
CPU:
Intel®Core™ 2 Duo or higher
Memory:
32 bit: 2 GB
64 bit: 4 GB
Optical
Drive:
DVD-ROM Drive
USB Port:
USB 2.0
Compatible
Operating
System:
Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 8 (32 bits/64
bits), Windows 10 (32 bits/64 bits)

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Macintosh
OS:
Mac OS X 10.12 or later
Computer:
Recommended: Intel®CoreTM Duo Processor 2.4 GHz or
higher
Minimum: Intel®CoreTM Duo Processor 1.83 GHz
PowerPC G5 1.6 GHz
Memory:
Recommended: 1 GB or more
Minimum: 512 MB
Warning and Precautions of the lithium-ion battery
Warning:
Danger warning to prevent the possibility of the battery from leaking, heating, explosion,
please observe the following precautions:
Don’t immerse the battery in water and seawater. Please put it in cool and dry
environment if no using.
Do not discard or leave the battery near a heat source as fire or heater
Being charged, using the battery charger specifically for that purpose
Don’t reverse the positive and negative terminals
Don’t connect the battery to an electrical outlet directly.
Don’t connect the positive and negative terminal directly with metal objects such
as wire. Short terminals of battery is strictly prohibited, it may damage battery.
Do not transport and store the battery together with metal objects such as
necklaces, hairpins.
Do not strike, throw or trample the battery.
Do not directly solder the battery and pierce the battery with a nail or other sharp
object.
Do not use lithium ion battery and others different lithium polymer battery model
in mixture.
Prohibition of use of damaged cells.
Don’t bend or fold sealing edge. Don’t open or deform folding edge. Don’t fillet the
end of the folding edge.
Don’t fall, hit, bend battery body.
Battery pack designing and packing Prohibition injury batteries.
Never disassemble the cells.
Keep the battery away from babies.
Any components contacting these two edges, they must be insulated.

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Caution:
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose the battery
according to local regulations.
Never place batteries or devices on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens,
stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated or its performance
will be degenerate and its service life will be decreased.
Do not use it in a location where is electrostatic and magnetic greatly, otherwise,
the safety devices may be damaged, causing hidden trouble of safety.
If the battery leaks, and the electrolyte get into the eyes. Do not wipe eyes,
instead, rinse the eyes with clean running water, and immediately seek medical
attention. Otherwise, eyes injury can result.
If the battery gives off an odor, generates heat, becomes discolored or deformed,
or in any way appear abnormal during use, recharging or storage, immediately
remove it from the device or battery charge and stop using it.
Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten
battery life. Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged
before use.
Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.
Use batteries only for their intended purposes.
Store the battery at 0°C to 40°C.
Avoid exposing your device and batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures.
Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and reduce the
charging capacity and life of your device and batteries.
Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects, as this can create a connection
between the + and –terminals of your batteries and lead to temporary or
permanent battery damage.
In case the battery terminals are dirt, clean the terminals with a dry cloth before
use. Otherwise power failure or charge failure may occur due to the poor
connection with the instrument.
Be aware discharged batteries may cause fire. Follow all local regulations when
disposing of used batteries or devices.
Never crush or puncture the battery. Avoid exposing the battery to high external
pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating.

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Product Safety Guide
Please clearly read all these instructions, and follow all instructions and warnings before installing
and using the device.
The following indications are used in this document to obviate any chance of accident or damage to
you and/or the device.
WARNING
Indicates potentially hazardous situations, which if instructions are not
followed, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not
followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
WARNING
Use only the USB cable that came with your device and avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying,
crimping, and kinking. Using any other USB cable could cause fire, electrical shock, or injury.
Place the device close enough to the computer so that the interface cable can easily reach
between the device and the computer.
Do not place or store the device:
Outdoors
Near excessive dirt or dust, water, or heat sources
In locations subject to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity, direct sunlight,
strong light sources, or rapid changes in temperature or humidity
Do not use the device with wet hands.
Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the device or device option by yourself,
except as specifically explained in the device's documentation. This could cause fire, electrical
shock, or injury.
Unplug the device and the USB cable, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
Liquid has entered the device.
Object has entered the device.
The device has been dropped, or the case has been damaged.
The device does not operate normally (i.e. appearance of smoke, strange smell, odd
noise, etc.), or exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Unplug the device and the USB cable before cleaning.
CAUTION:
Do not locate the device on rackety or aslope tables. Do not locate the device on unstable
surface. The device may fall down and this may result in injury.
Do not place heavy objects on the unit. It may cause unbalance and the device may fall down.
This may result in injury.
Store the AC Power cord/USB cable bundled out of the reach of children to avoid the risk of
injury.
Keep plastic bags bundled out of the reach of children or throw them away to avoid the
danger of suffocation.
If you are not going to use the device for a long period, unplug the USB cable from the
electrical outlet.

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Table of Contents
1. Overview ............................................................................1-1
1.1 Introduction ..................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package Contents ............................................................................. 1-1
1.3 Front View ....................................................................................... 1-3
1.4 Rear View ........................................................................................ 1-4
1.5 Control Panel ................................................................................... 1-5
1.6 LCD Display ..................................................................................... 1-6
2. Installation .........................................................................2-1
2.1 Precautions ...................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Removing the Protective Tape ............................................................ 2-1
2.3 Installing the Battery ........................................................................ 2-2
2.4 Charging the Battery ......................................................................... 2-3
2.5 Inserting a SD Card .......................................................................... 2-3
2.6 Turning on the Scanner ..................................................................... 2-4
2.7 Setting the Clock .............................................................................. 2-4
2.8 Using the Auto Power Off Function ...................................................... 2-5
2.9 Changing Your Resolution .................................................................. 2-5
2.10 Formatting Your SD Card ................................................................... 2-6
3. Scan Preparation ................................................................3-1
3.1 Suitable and Unsuitable Original Types................................................ 3-1
3.2 Loading a Document ......................................................................... 3-2
4. Scan Using the Control Panel ..............................................4-1
4.1 Start a Scan..................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 View or Download the Scanned Images ............................................... 4-2
4.2.1 Computer System Requirements ............................................. 4-2
4.2.2 Windows Operating System .................................................... 4-2
4.2.3 Macintosh Operating System................................................... 4-3
4.2.4 Access Your Scanned Images .................................................. 4-3
4.2.5 Disconnect the Scanner .......................................................... 4-3
5. Scan Using Your Computer .................................................5-1
5.1 Installing the Scanner Driver.............................................................. 5-1
5.2 Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer ........................................... 5-3
5.3 Switch to the PC Mode....................................................................... 5-4
5.4 Scan a Document ............................................................................. 5-4
6. Access the scanned images through Wi-Fi (SD Mode).........6-1
6.1 Access the Scanned Image through Wi-Fi............................................. 6-1
6.2 Use Options under Image Thumbnails ................................................. 6-3
6.3Reset Login Settings ......................................................................... 6-5
6.4 Exit the Wi-Fi Mode........................................................................... 6-5

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7. Enhancing Your Image Quality Using the Scanner Properties
Dialog Box ..........................................................................7-1
7.1 Buttons on the Scanner Properties Dialog Box ...................................... 7-2
7.2 Showing or Hiding Tabs ..................................................................... 7-4
7.3 The Image Tab ................................................................................. 7-6
7.3.1 The Image Selection Box ........................................................ 7-7
7.3.2 Other Image Options.............................................................7-10
7.3.3 Scanning color images ..........................................................7-15
7.3.4 Scanning grayscale images ....................................................7-15
7.3.5 Scanning B&W images ..........................................................7-15
7.3.6 Editing Profiles .....................................................................7-16
7.4 The Compression Tab .......................................................................7-19
7.5 The Color Dropout Tab .....................................................................7-21
7.5.1 Color Dropout Selection........................................................ 7-21
7.6 The Paper Tab .................................................................................7-26
7.6.1 Cropping ............................................................................ 7-27
7.6.2 Other Paper Selection .......................................................... 7-31
7.7 The Multi-Feed Detection Tab ............................................................7-35
7.8 The Preview Tab ..............................................................................7-37
7.9 The Enhancement Tab ......................................................................7-38
7.10 The Rotation Tab .............................................................................7-43
7.11 The Separation Tab ..........................................................................7-47
7.12 The Setting Tab ...............................................................................7-51
7.13 The Imprinter Tab............................................................................7-53
7.14 The Information Tab.........................................................................7-56
8. Using the Button.................................................................8-1
8.1 Installing the Software ...................................................................... 8-1
8.2 Checking the Button Configurations before Scanning ............................. 8-1
8.3 Scanning From One Touch of the Buttons............................................. 8-4
9. Maintenance .......................................................................9-1
9.1 Cleaning the Scanner Glass, and Rollers .............................................. 9-1
9.2 Calibrating the Scanner ..................................................................... 9-2
10. Troubleshooting................................................................10-1
10.1 Clearing a paper jam........................................................................10-1
10.2 Error Conditions...............................................................................10-2
10.3 Frequently asked questions and answers ............................................10-3
10.4 Technical Service .............................................................................10-7
11. Specifications ...................................................................11-1

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1. Overview
1.1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the mobile scanner. This scanner provides you flexibility
to start easy scans (SD mode) without connecting it to a computer or you may use it like a
regular scanner to start advanced scans (PC mode) by installing the scanner driver and
connecting to a computer.
SD Mode PC Mode
Before you install and operate the product, please take a few minutes to read through this
manual. It provides proper instructions for you to install, operate and maintain the product.
The following figure indicates the package contents. Please check all the items against your
checklist. If you do not receive all the items, please contact your authorized local dealer
immediately.
1.2 Package Contents
Scanner
USB Cable
Li-Ion Battery
Calibration Sheet
Quick Guide

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Note:
1. Only use the Li-ion Battery AP-120 made by APACK/CB-PD(NP-120) made by City Bright
included in the product.
2. Please unpack the packing carefully, and check the contents against the checklist. If any
items are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately.
3. To access more service supports, visit www.avision.com to register your Avision’s product.

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1.3 Front View
Item
Name
Description
1
Feeder slot
left edge
Insert original into the feed slot, printed side UP and
aligned with the left edge to begin scanning.
2
Feed slot
Feed your original to the slot.
3
Memory card
slot
Used to insert a memory card.
4
Sliding paper
guide
Slide the guide up to the right edge of the original
before inserting original into the feed slot to ensure
proper alignment when scanning.
5
Wi-Fi switch
Turn on and off the Wi-Fi connection.
6
Battery
compartment
Slide to remove the cover.
7
Reset button
Press to reset Wi-Fi login to factory default settings.
8
Power button
Press to turn on the power.
Long press to turn off the power.
3
1
2
8
5
4
6
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1.4 Rear View
Item
Name
Description
1
Micro USB port
Used to plug the micro end of the USB cable
to connect to PC.
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1.5 Control Panel
Item
Name
Description
1
Wi-Fi
connection
Indicate the status of the Wi-Fi connection.
2
Menu
Press to configure the menu settings.
3
Power button
Press to turn on the power.
Long press to turn off the power.
4
Start/OK
button
Press to start a scan. (PC mode via PaperAir V2)
Press to confirm a selection.
5
PDF/JPG
Press to change your file format. Choice: PDF,
JPG.
Press to scroll through the menu and option items.
6
2 Side/1 Side
Press to choose 2-Side or 1-Side scan.
Press to scroll through the menu and option items.
7
Color/Mono
Press to change your color mode. Choice: Color,
Mono.
Press to return to the previous screen.
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6
1
2
3
4
5

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1.6 LCD Display
Item
Name
Description
1
SD
Appears when the SD card is inserted.
2
Battery status
Indicates the power status of the battery.
3
SD/PC
Displays the menu item or current status. See the
following LCD message.
4
PDF/JPG
Displays the file format.
5
1 /2
Displays the scan mode (1: single-side, 2: double-
side)
6
Color mode
Displays the color mode.
LCD Message
The scanner is connected to your computer in TWAIN mode.
The scanner is in SD mode. (Scan can be operated via the
control panel and the scanned image is stored in the SD card.)
The scanner displays the menu to change your resolution.
The scanner displays the menu to format the SD card.
The scanner displays the menu to set its clock.
For more information on how to set the clock, see Setting the
Clock on page 2-4.
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5
2
3
4
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The scanner displays the menu to calibrate the scanner.
For more information on how to calibrate the scanner, see
Calibrating the Scanner on page 9-3.
The scanner displays the menu to set auto power off.
For more information on how to use this function, see Using
the Auto Power Off Function on page 2-5.
The scanner is not connected to your computer or there is no
SD card inserted.
Power Button LED Indication
No light
The scanner is not connected to the computer or the Li-ion
battery is not inserted.
Green
The scanner is ready to scan or is charging the battery.
Blinking Green
The scanner is scanning a document.
Blinking Red
An error has occurred. Top cover is opened or the document is
jammed.

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2. Installation
2.1 Precautions
Keep the product out of direct sunlight. Direct exposure to the sun or excessive
heat may cause damage to the unit.
Do not install the product in a humid or dusty place.
Place the product securely on an even, flat surface. Tilted or uneven surfaces may
cause mechanical or paper-feeding problems.
Retain the product box and packing materials for shipping purposes.
2.2 Removing the Protective Tape
Remove the protective tapes on the scanner and inside the document feeder as illustrated in
below.



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2.3 Installing the Battery
Important!
Note the scanner scans a document using the power from the battery in both the SD and PC
mode. Be sure to install the battery and charge it when the battery power is getting low.
1. Turn over the scanner.
2. Open the battery cover .
3. Load the battery into the battery container . Make sure the battery is loaded with the
correct polarity. Note the copper strips on the battery should be touching the copper
strips on the device. Note: Please use only the supplied battery.
4. Close the battery cover .




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2.4 Charging the Battery
1. Turn off the scanner.
2. Connect the micro USB connector to the USB port of the scanner.
3. Connect the other USB connector to the USB port on your computer.
Important:
For first-time use, please charge the battery for at least 4 hours.
While charging the battery, the green LED light will be solidly on. After the charging
is completed, the LED light will be extinguished.
When the battery is fully charged, an A4-sized of page can be scanned for 200 times
at 300 dpi (or 150 times at 600 dpi)!
2.5 Inserting a SD Card
Install a SD card to the SD. Gently press in until the SD card is latched.
Note:
The scanner only accepts SD card in FAT16 or FAT32 format. NTFS and other file formats are
not supported.

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2.6 Turning on the Scanner
Press the Power button to turn on the scanner. The Power LED will be lit up and the default
setting will be displayed in the LCD screen.
2.7 Setting the Clock
Before using the scanner, set the clock to the correct time.
1. Turn on the scanner.
2. On the scanner’s control panel, press [Menu].
3. Press or until [TME] is displayed on the LCD screen.
4. Press [Start/OK].
5. Press or to set year.
6. Press [Start/OK].
7. Repeat step 5 and step 6 to set the month, date, hour, minutes.
8. After setting the minutes, the LCD displays OK, indicating the clock is set.