Canon 8400F - CanoScan Flatbed Scanner User manual

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Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
Setup and Scanning
Try the Additional Features
Check the Package Contents
Install the Software
Windows
Macintosh
Unlock the Scanning Unit
Connect the Scanner
Try Scanning
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p. 8
Using the Scanner Buttons
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Scanning Film
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Be sure to install the software programs before connecting the scanner
to the computer!
Please read this guide before operating this scanner. After you finish reading this guide, store it in
a safe place for future reference.

Guide to the Manuals
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Guide to the Manuals
• CanoScan and ScanGear are trademarks of Canon Inc.
• Adobe and Acrobat and Photoshop are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
• Macintosh, Power Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• ScanSoft and OmniPage are trademarks of ScanSoft, Inc.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
In this guide, Windows XP screen shots are used to illustrate explanations common to all operating systems.
Open the Package
Quick Start Guide (this guide)
This guide describes a series of basic processes from opening the package to using the
scanner.
READ THIS GUIDE FIRST!
Scanning Guide (HTML format manual)
Refer to this guide when you have finished setting up the scanner according to the procedures
in the Quick Start Guide. It describes how to utilize the scanner with the bundled software,
and how to solve problems when they occur. You can install this manual onto the hard disk
together with the software programs. When you install it, the Scanning Guide icon will appear
on the desktop. Double-click the icon to view it with a browser program, such as Internet
Explorer.
Users’ Guides for Application Programs (PDF format manuals)
• ArcSoft PhotoStudio
• ScanSoft OmniPage SE
• Presto! PageManager (Windows only)
Select the “View the Electronic Manuals” menu on the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM. To
read these manuals, Adobe Acrobat Reader should be installed on your computer.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Use of a shielded cable with the ferrite core(s) provided with the scanner is necessary to comply with the technical
requirements of the EMC Directive.
Warning
When you use this product, you should pay attention to the following legal issues:
• Scanning of certain documents, such as bank notes (bank bills), government bonds and public certificates, may be
prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil liability.
• You may be required under law to obtain authorization from a person possessing copyrights or other legal rights to
the item being scanned.
If you are uncertain of the legality of scanning any particular item, you should consult your legal adviser in advance.
HTML
PDF

Check the Package Contents
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Check the Package Contents
Scanner and Accessories
Documents and Software Programs
• Quick Start Guide (this guide)
• Additional Documents
• CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM
• Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM
• The two figures in the brackets below indicate the respective sizes of the Windows/
Macintosh versions of the software.
• Approximately 350 MB/ 160 MB (for Windows/Macintosh) of hard disk space on your
computer is required to install all the programs. Additional free hard disk space is
required to operate the programs.
ScanGear CS (25 MB / 10 MB) - Scanner Driver
It allows you to scan and load images from the scanner.
CanoScan Toolbox (15 MB / 10 MB) - Scanning Utility Program
It makes it easy to scan images and save or print them as well as create e-mail attachments or PDF
files. It also works with the scanner buttons.
ArcSoft PhotoStudio (35 MB / 20 MB) - Image Editing Program
It allows you to load images from the scanner, edit and retouch them, and apply special effects and
enhancements.
ScanSoft OmniPage SE (90 MB / 80 MB) - OCR (Optical Character Recognition) Program
It converts characters scanned from a book, magazine or newspaper into text data for editing or
digital transmission.
Presto! PageManager (Windows only) (150 MB) - Digital Document Management Program
It makes it easy to scan, share and organize documents and photos. It automatically links to other
popular programs and avoids file-sharing problems by creating self-executable files.
Adobe Acrobat Reader (25 MB / 30 MB) - PDF File Reader Program
Electronic manuals for the above software programs (HTML (10 MB) and PDF manuals)
Adobe Photoshop Elements (135 MB / 170 MB) - Image Editing Program
It loads images from the scanner and allows you to edit and retouch them or apply special effects
and enhancements. Please read the instruction sheet or electronic (PDF) manual for Adobe
Photoshop Elements.
CanoScan 8400F USB Interface Cable
Film Guides
(for 35 mm film strip
and slides)
AC Adapter
Film Guides
(for 120 format film)

Install the Software (Windows)
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Install the Software (Windows)
1Turn the computer on.
2Place the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM in the drive.
After you select your language, the CanoScan Setup Utility main
menu will display.
3Click [Install the Software].
Read the SOFTWARE USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. Click [Yes] if
you accept the terms.
The [Install] window will display.
4Click [Start Installation].
You will install six software programs and the Scanning Guide
(HTML format manual).
5The installation procedure will start.
Follow the on-screen message prompts and click [Next] or [Yes]
to continue the installation.
6When the installation is complete, click [Yes].
The computer will restart.
7After Windows restarts, remove the CD-ROM from
the drive and store it in a safe place.
Continue on P. 6.
• If you are running Windows XP or Windows
2000 Professional with multiple user accounts,
you should log on with an administrator user
name when installing or uninstalling software
programs.
If the "Found New Hardware Wizard" or
"Add New Hardware Wizard" appears, click [Cancel].
• In a few cases, your operating system may
require a restart. Follow the on-screen
messages to restart and resume installation.
Windows

Install the Software (Macintosh)
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Install the Software (Macintosh)
1Turn the computer on.
Make sure to log in with the first created administrator to install the software. You cannot install the
software when logged in using added administrator accounts.
2Place the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM in the
drive.
3Double-click the CD-ROM icon.
4Double-click the [SetUp] icon.
After you select your language, the CanoScan Setup Utility
main menu will display.
5Click [Install the Software].
Read the SOFTWARE USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. Click [Yes] if
you accept the terms.
The [Install] window will display.
6Click [Start Installation].
You will install five software programs and the Scanning Guide
(HTML format manual).
7The installation procedure will start.
Follow the on-screen message prompts and click [Next], [Yes]
or [Install] to continue the installation.
If a verification dialog appears, input the Administrator’s name
and password.
8When the installation is complete, click [Yes].
The computer will restart.
9After restarting, remove the CD-ROM from the drive
and store it in a safe place.
Macintosh

Unlock the Scanning Unit
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Unlock the Scanning Unit
1Peel the seals off the scanner.
2Gently turn the scanner over.
3Push the lock switch toward the unlock mark ( ).
4Return the scanner to a horizontal position.
• Unlock the scanning unit before connecting the scanner to the computer. If it is left
locked, a malfunction or other problem may occur.
• Do not tilt the scanner more than 90 degrees from horizontal when releasing the lock.
• When locking the scanner, do not lift up the back and tilt the front (scanner button
location) downward. You may be unable to set the lock.
• When carrying or transporting the scanner, always lock the scanning unit by pushing the
lock switch toward the lock mark ( ).
Lock Switch
Unlock Mark

Connect the Scanner
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Connect the Scanner
1Attach the FAU cable to the FAU connector on the back of the scanner (c).
2Connect the scanner to the computer with the supplied USB interface cable (d).
3Attach the supplied AC adapter to the scanner.
4Press ( I ) to turn the power on.
• Make sure that the scanning unit is unlocked. (P. 6)
• Only use the USB interface cable and the AC adapter provided with the scanner. Use of
other cables or adapters may lead to a malfunction.
• When the scanner is connected to the USB 1.1 port on Windows XP, do not worry if the
"HI-SPEED USB Device Plugged into non-HI-SPEED USB Hub" message appears. You can
operate the scanner in this condition without problems.
USB Interface Cable
Wide Flat Connector
Small Square Connector
USB Connector
AC Adapter

Try Scanning
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Try Scanning
The following steps explain how to scan with ArcSoft PhotoStudio.
1Place a photo or a picture on the glass
by aligning its top edge with the
alignment mark, and close the
document cover.
• Make sure that the power switch
is turned on.
Alignment
Mark
Top
Bottom
2Select [Start], [Programs] or [All
Programs], [ArcSoft PhotoStudio 5.5]
and [PhotoStudio 5.5].
PhotoStudio will start.
Windows
2Double-click the [Applications] folder
followed by the [PhotoStudio] folder
and the [PhotoStudio] icon.
PhotoStudio will start.
Macintosh

Try Scanning
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3Click the [File] menu and choose [Select Source].
Select your scanner model name and click the [Select] button
for Windows or the [OK] button for Macintosh.
4Click the Acquire icon or click the [File] menu
and select [Acquire].
ScanGear CS will start.
5Select [Select Source].
You can select from the following options.
Photo (Color)/Magazine (Color)/Newspaper (B&W)/Document
(Grayscale).
6Click [Preview].
After calibration, the preview scan will start and gradually
display the image.
The image is automatically cropped at its original size.
If you want to trim the image further, drag the mouse
diagonally to select the area.
7Select the [Destination].
You can select [Print (300 dpi)] or [Image display (150 dpi)].
When [Print (300 dpi)] is selected, the output resolution is set
to 300 dpi. When [Image display (150 dpi)] is selected, it is set
to 150 dpi.
[Print (300 dpi)] is selected in this example.
• After you set this setting the first time, you
do not need to set it from the second time
onward with the same scanner.
• You will need to reset this setting if you
select a different scanner or a digital
camera.
• Do not open the document cover while a
scan is in progress.

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8Select the [Output Size].
You can select from the following options.
• If you selected [Print (300 dpi)] in Step 7:
Flexible / 4"x6" / A4 / Letter / Add/Delete
• If you selected [Image display (150 dpi)] in Step 7:
Flexible / 640 x 480 / 800 x 600 / 1024 x 768 / 1600 x 1200
/ 2048 x 1536 / Add/Delete
With the [Flexible] option, the scan area enclosed by the
dotted line (cropping frame) will be scanned at the same scale
as the original. You can change the cropping frame.
Other than [Flexible], you can select the 4" x 6", A4, Letter,
and Add/Delete options. Expand or decrease the cropping
frame to correspond to the size of the paper for printing.
If you selected [Image Display (150 dpi)] in Step 7, you can
select an output size in pixels to match the sizes used by
computer monitors and digital cameras.
9Click [Scan].
The final scan will start.
10Click the close box (Windows) or
(Macintosh) in the ScanGear CS window to close it.
The scanned image will appear in the PhotoStudio window.
11Save the scanned image.
Click the [File] menu and select [Save As]. Select the folder
where you wish to store the image file, enter a file name,
select a file type (JPEG format is recommended) and click
[Save].
12Click close box (Windows) or (Macintosh) in
the PhotoStudio window to close it.
• If the scanner does not perform as described above, read the "Troubleshooting" section
of the Scanning Guide (HTML format manual).
• For details about the bundled software programs, read the Scanning Guide or the user
guides (PDF format manuals) for each software program on the CanoScan Setup Utility
CD-ROM.

Using the Scanner Buttons
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Using the Scanner Buttons
You can use the four convenient buttons on the front of the scanner to scan and perform related tasks easily
with a single touch of the button. Place an item on the scanner before pressing a button.
• To use these buttons, ScanGear CS, CanoScan Toolbox, ArcSoft PhotoStudio and Presto!
PageManager (Windows)/Acrobat Reader (Macintosh) should be installed from the
CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM.
COPY Button
To print (copy) the scanned image with a printer:
1Press the [COPY] button.
The scanner will scan the item.
The scanned image will print.
• The printer driver should be installed and the
printer should be on-line to use this function.
PDF Button
To save the scanned image as a PDF file:
1Press the [PDF] button.
The scanner will scan the item.
Multiple items can be scanned continuously.
The scanned image will be saved as a PDF
document and appear in Presto! PageManager
(Windows) or Adobe Acrobat Reader
(Macintosh).
A PDF (Portable Document Format) document
uses a file format that allows it to be displayed
and printed with an application program, such
as Adobe Acrobat Reader/Adobe Reader. It is
easy to create PDF files for your images by using
the PDF button on the scanner or the PDF
button in CanoScan Toolbox.
• If you press the [Cancel] button while scanning, the CanoScan Toolbox settings dialog
will appear and you can change the default scanning settings. Refer to the Scanning
Guide (HTML format manual).
• To use the E-MAIL Button, one of the following e-mail programs should be installed and
enabled.
For Windows: Microsoft Outlook Express, Microsoft Outlook, Eudora or Netscape
Messenger. (Some mail programs are required to set the MAPI function on.)
For Macintosh : Mail (Mac OS X 10.2 or later), Eudora or MS Entourage.
SCAN Button
To open the scanned image in the PhotoStudio
window:
1Press the [SCAN] button.
The scanner will scan the item.
The scanned image will appear in the
PhotoStudio window.
E-MAIL Button
To attach the scanned image to a new e-mail
message:
1Press the [E-MAIL] button.
2The [E-mail software selection] dialog
will appear. Select an option from the
list and click [OK].
This step is required only for the first scan.
The e-mail software will start and the scanned
image will be attached in a new message
window.
The scanner will scan the item.

Scanning Film
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Scanning Film
You can scan 35 mm film (film strip or slides) and 120 format film with this scanner.
Positioning the Film
Use the following procedures to insert the film into the Film Guide.
1Remove the protective sheet from the document cover.
Press and hold the lever at the top of the protective sheet
while you cpull the sheet outward and ddetach it.
When you finish scanning, return the protective sheet to its original position on the document cover.
• Make sure that the FAU Cable is connected to the FAU connector on the back of the
scanner.
• Store the protective sheet in a safe place so that it will not get bent or broken.
• Always replace the protective sheet when you are not scanning film to prevent the
light source section from getting scratched.
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2Insert the film into the Film Guide.
35mm Film Strip
cOpen the film holder on the film guide, place the film face down and close the film holder.
dAlign the Film Guide’s tab with the FILM symbol on the document glass of the scanner.
35mm Slides
cAlign the Film Guide’s tab with the FILM symbol on the document glass of the scanner.
dPlace a slide or slides face down (correctly viewed from
below) in the Film Guide as shown in the diagram to the
right.
• Hold the film by the edges with your fingertips to avoid getting fingerprints or dirt
on the film surface.
• Use a blower brush to remove any dust from the film, document glass or light source
unit.
• Do not block the calibration slot on the Film Guide when you are scanning film.
Colors will not be scanned correctly if the calibration slot is obstructed.
• Place a black piece of paper over any gap to shield the light if you are inserting a film
strip with 5 or fewer frames, or if the edge of a scanned image appears whitened.
• Ensure that there is no gap between the edge of the film and the film guide on the
side near the calibration shot.
Calibration Slot
Film Holder

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120 Format Films
cOpen the film holder on the film guide, place the film face
down and close the film holder.
dAlign the Film Guide’s tab with the FILM symbol on the
document glass of the scanner.
3Close the document cover.
• Leave a gap of 5/8" (15 mm) or greater
between film strips when placing two or
more on the document glass.
• Ensure that there is no gap between the
edge of the film and the film guide on the
side near the calibration shot.
Using a Film Retainer Sheet
Curled film strips can stick to the document glass and cause
a pattern of rings called Newton Rings to appear on the
scanned image. If this occurs, scan using the supplied film
retainer sheet as shown in the diagram.
(A) Scan with the film retainer sheet inserted beneath the
film.
(B) If Newton Rings still appear after following Instruction
(A), turn the film strip over and place it in the film holder
with the film retainer sheet on top so that the film edges
are held down for scanning. Then preview the image in
ScanGear CS and click the [Mirror] button to reverse the
image before initiating the final scan.
To avoid damaging the film, always place
the glossy side (the side without an illustra-
tion) of the film retainer sheet against the
film.
• You can purchase the Accessory Kit for CanoScan 8400F (CSAK-8400F) if the protective
sheet or Film Guides are lost or damaged.
(A) Film Holder
120 Format Film
Film retainer
sheet
With its glossy side
facing upward, slip
the film retainer
sheet under the film.
(B)
Hold the film edges
down by placing
the film retainer
sheet on top with
its glossy side facing
downward.

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Scanning Film
The following steps explain how to scan the film with ArcSoft PhotoStudio.
1Press the power switch on the scanner’s left side to set it to the ( I ) position.
2Start ArcSoft PhotoStudio.
Refer to step 2 on page 7.
3Start ScanGear CS.
Refer to step 4 on page 8.
4Select the [Select Source].
You can select from the following options for films.
Negative Film (Color) / Positive Film (Color)
5Click [Preview].
ScanGear CS will display the preview image(s).
6Place a check mark beside the number(s) of the
frame(s) to be scanned.
By default, a check mark appears beside the first frame only.
You can scan multiple frames in one step if you place a check
mark beside the number of each frame you wish to include.
7Select the [Destination].
You can select [Print (300 dpi)] or [Image display (150 dpi)].
When [Print (300 dpi)] is selected, the output resolution is set
to 300 dpi. When [Image display (150 dpi)] is selected, it is set
to 150 dpi.
[Print (300 dpi)] is selected in this example.

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8Select the [Output Size].
You can select from the following options.
• If you selected [Print (300 dpi)] in Step 7:
Flexible / 4"x6" / A4 / Letter / Add/Delete
• If you selected [Image display (150 dpi)] in Step 7:
Flexible / 640 x 480 / 800 x 600 / 1024 x 768 / 1600 x 1200 /
2048 x 1536 / Add/Delete
[Flexible] is selected in this example.
The Flexible option scans at an enlarged size equivalent to the
4" x 6" size.
Selecting an option other than [Flexible] in the [Image Display
(150 dpi)] category allows you to select the output size in
pixels.
You can scan film at the correct dimensions for computer
displays (screen area) and digital cameras.
9Click [Scan].
The final scan will start.
When the scan is complete, click the ScanGear CS close box
(Windows) or (Macintosh).
The scanned image will appear in ArcSoft PhotoStudio.
10Save the scanned image.
Click the [File] menu and select [Save As]. Select the folder where you wish to store the image file, enter
a file name, select a file type (JPEG format is recommended) and click [Save].
11Click close box (Windows) or (Macintosh) in the PhotoStudio window to close it.
• If the scanner does not perform as described above, read the "Troubleshooting"
section of the Scanning Guide (HTML format manual).
• For details about the bundled software programs, read the Scanning Guide or the
user guides (PDF format manuals) for each software program on the CanoScan Setup
Utility CD-ROM.

Specifications
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Specifications
*1 16 bit output supported for film scanning only.
*2 The fastest speed in USB 2.0 Hi-Speed mode on Windows PC. Transfer time to computer is not included.
*3 Calibration processing time is not included.
*4 Note that Macintosh computers with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface expansion cards are not supported.
*5 AC adapter type varies according to the region in which the scanner is purchased.
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Upgrading to USB 2.0 (Windows Only)
To upgrade a computer to the USB 2.0 standard, please use one the following USB expansion cards/hubs
that have been verified by Canon for compatibility.
Expansion Cards
• Adaptec USB2connect 5100: PCI bus
• Adaptec USB2connect 3100LP: PCI bus
• Adaptec USB2connect 2000LP: PCI bus
• Adaptec DuoConnect: PCI bus
Hubs
• Adaptec XHUB4
• Adaptec XHUB4PLUS
• Adaptec XHUB7PLUS
For installation procedures, please read the instructions that accompany the USB expansion card/hub.
CanoScan 8400F
Scanner Type Flatbed
Scanning Element CCD 6-line color
Light Source Cold cathode fluorescent lamp
Optical Resolution 3200 x 6400 dpi
Selectable Resolution 25 - 19200 dpi
Scanning Bit Depth Color 16 bit input / 16 bit or 8 bit output for each color (RGB)
Grayscale 16 bit input / 16 bit or 8 bit output *1
Scanning Speed*2
(Photo or Document)
Color 10.8 msec./line (1600 dpi), 10.8 msec./line (3200 dpi)
Grayscale, B&W 10.8 msec./line (1600 dpi), 10.8 msec./line (3200 dpi)
Scanning Speed
*2
(Film)
Color, GrayScale, B&W 10.8 - 54 msec./line (1600 dpi)
Preview Speed*3 Approximately 2.1 sec.
Interface USB 2.0 Hi-Speed *4,
USB (USB 1.1 equivalent)
Maximum Document Size A4/Letter: 216 x 297 mm
Film Type/Number of Frames
35 mm strip (negative/positive):12 frames,
slides (negative/positive): 4 frames
120 format film : max. 6 x 22 cm (filmstrip only)
Scanner Buttons 4 buttons: COPY, SCAN, PDF, E-MAIL
Operating Range
Temper ature 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Humidity 10% to 90% RH, 20% to 80% RH when scanning film (without
condensation formation)
Power Requirements AC adapter (100/120/230/240V) *5
Power Consumption
In operation: 20 watts maximum, Stand-by: 4.5 watts (100/120 V) ,
5.0 watts (230/240 V)
Power Switch Off: 0.5 watts (Using supplied AC adapter)
Maximum Exterior Dimensions 278 x 500 x 122 mm
Weight Approximately 4.4 kg
• After upgrading to Windows XP, reinstall ScanGear CS and CanoScan Toolbox according
to the steps on page 4.

System Information
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System Information
This form should be used to record the operating environment for the purchased scanner.
If any problems occur with the scanner, you will need this information when you contact our Customer
Support Help Desk. Be sure to record the information and store it in a safe location.
• This information is also required to request a repair under warranty. Make sure you record the
information and store it in a safe location.
• Guaranteed servicing for this equipment will expire five years after production ceases.
• About the Computer Used
Date of Purchase:
Dealer Tel:
Dealer Address:
Scanner Model: CanoScan 8400F
Serial Number (on the back of the equipment):
Manufacturer: Model:
CPU: Clock Speed: MHz
Memory Capacity (RAM): MB
Space Available: MBHard Disk Capacity: MB
OS: Windows XP Me 2000 98
Macintosh OS X v10.1 OS X v10.2 OS X v10.3
Monitor Type: Monitor Size: inches
Printer: Manufacturer:
Type of Printer: Printer Resolutions:
Installed Virus Protection Program:
Installed Compression Program:
On-Board Expansion Cards:
Attached Peripherals:
Connected Network System:
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this model meets the ENERGY STAR Program for
energy efficiency.
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through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of
products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can
participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles,
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