Microtek ArtixScan DI 2125c User manual

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ArtixScanDI 2125c
User's Manual
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Scanner

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Preface
Copyright
Copyright © 2013, Microtek International, Inc., all rights reserved. This document
may not be reproduced or copied in any way, stored electronically, or translated
into any language, without the permission of Microtek International, Inc.
Trademarks
Microtek, ScanMaker, ArtixScan, ScanWizard and ColoRescue are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Microtek International, Inc. All other trademarks or
registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Specifications,
software and hardware bundles are subject to change without notice. Not
responsible for typographical errors.
Disclaimer
The contents of this manual have been checked carefully for accuracy, and every
effort has been made to ensure that there are no errors. However, Microtek makes
no guarantee as to the accuracy of the contents of this document and reserves the
right to make changes to the contents without prior warning.
I49-004544 B
September 2013
Microtek International, Inc.
6, Industry East Road 3, Science Based Industrial Park, Hsinchu, 30077, Taiwan
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone], http://www.microtek.com

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FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment (Model: MRS-600ADF) 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 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.
Note: A shielded Hi-Speed USB interface cable with ferrite core installed on the
scanner connector end must be used with this equipment.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
responsible for compliance 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.

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Safety Precautions
Before using your scanner, read the following safety guides carefully, which detail
the proper operation of the scanner and its accessories to prevent injuries or
damage to users or equipment.
Power Source and AC Power Cord:
• Use a power source only with a power rating specified on the marking label.
• Insert the plug completely into the outlet, as a loose connection may cause
arcing and result in fire.
• Place and route the power supply cord such that it is not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to the cord near the power plugs, convenience receptacles, and at
the point where it exits from the outlet.
• When the scanner is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet.
Moving and Storing the Scanner:
• Do not place the scanner on any slippery, slanted, or unstable surface. The
product may slide or fall, causing serious injury to people as well as serious
damage to the product.
• Do not use this scanner near water. Never spill liquid of any kinds on the
product, or it may result in electric shock or other hazards.
• This scanner should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
Service:
• When you need a repair service, unplug the scanner from the power outlet
and consult qualified service personnel.
• When replacement parts are required, use replacement parts that are specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts.

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Table of Contents
Preface ............................................................................................... 2
FCC Compliance Statement ................................................................ 3
Safety Precautions ............................................................................. 4
Knowing aboutYour Scanner .............................................................. 7
Features of the ArtixScan DI 2125c ................................................... 7
Installation Requirements .................................................................. 9
Taking a Closer Look ...................................................................... 10
Front/Back View ...................................................................... 10
Open View .............................................................................. 11
Initial Setup ...................................................................................... 12
Following the Three Easy Steps ....................................................... 12
Step 1: Unpacking Package Contents ......................................... 12
Step 2: Installing the Software .................................................. 13
Step 3: Connecting the Scanner ................................................ 14
To the Power Adapter ........................................................ 14
To the Hi-Speed USB Cable ................................................ 14
Positioning Documents ................................................................... 15
To Load a Stack of Documents ........................................................ 15
To Load Cards ............................................................................... 16
Document Notices .......................................................................... 16
Scanning Documents ....................................................................... 17
Using ScanWizard DI ..................................................................... 17
Scanning a Single-sheet Document ............................................ 17
Scanning a Stack of Documents ................................................ 20
Scanning Documents with Mixed Contents ................................. 22
Scanning Documents with Barcodes ........................................... 24
Utilizing Scanned Documents .......................................................... 26
Scanning for Archiving ................................................................... 26
Scanning for OCR .......................................................................... 29
Scanning for PDF ........................................................................... 31
Scanning for Copying ..................................................................... 32
Customizing the Function Button .................................................... 33

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Care and Cleaning ............................................................................ 35
Cleaning the Scanner Glass Surfaces ................................................ 35
Cleaning the Rollers ....................................................................... 36
Maintenance ..................................................................................... 37
Replacing the Separation Roller Assembly ......................................... 37
Replacing the Feed Roller Assembly ................................................. 39
Appendix .......................................................................................... 41
Fixing Paper Jams ......................................................................... 41
Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 42
Specifications ................................................................................ 44

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Knowing about Your Scanner
The ArtixScan DI 2125c is a sheet-fed color document scanner with an built-in
automatic document feeder that can hold up to 20 sheets of papers for the
unattended volume scanning. It features 600 dpi optical resolution, 65-inch
(1651 mm) long document scanning support, and has a throughput run of 15
pages (simplex) or 30 images per minute (duplex) in color.
Features of the ArtixScan DI 2125c
The ArtixScan DI 2125c comes with several important features, including the
following:
• Portable, compact and convenient — With a perfect small size, the ArtixScan
DI 2125c reforms your imagination about a sheet-fed scanner. From the office
to the home, the coffee shop to the hotel, the ArtixScan DI 2125c easily
affords users portable and mobile opportunities for document capture on the
go.
• Superb ability to handle documents in versatile materials — ArtixScan DI
2125c lets users easily digitize credit cards, business cards, bank statements,
legal documents, insurance papers, and medical records in just seconds.
• Duplex scanning in a single pass— Allows to scan both sides of one sheet in
a single pass. With this feature, the scanner can handle up to 40 ipm in
grayscale/black & white and 30 ipm in color at 200 dpi.
• Automatic document feeder with card scanning — The automatic document
feeder can hold up to 20 sheets of papers (0.05" /1.25 mm thickness) at a
time, supporting dimensions from 3.15" x 2.1" (80 mm x 52 mm) to 8.5" x
65" (216 mm x 1651 mm).
• Energy-saving LED light source — Adopting LEDs as the light source, when
the scanner is detected by the system, there are no requirements for any
warm-up time before carrying out the scan, which boots your productivity and
reduces energy costs amazingly. With its stable performance, the image
quality will remain consistent even after used for a certain period of time.
• One programmable function button — The programmable function button on
the front panel provides you an intuitive and easy way to access scanner
functions.
• Hi-Speed USB port — Hi-Speed USB is capable of high data transfer rates of
up to 480 Mbit/sec, providing the high data transfer rate via the included Hi-
Speed USB cable.

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• New and Advanced Microtek ScanWizard DI software — All-in-one control
panel offers a host of features and image adjustment controls. Supporting the
TWAIN driver, ScanWizard DI also features full document scanning tools and
on-screen proofing. Its multi-scanning area and preview option allow you to
obtain quick scans in the preview window. It comes out several distinguished
advantages:
– Barcode Separator — With this feature, you can batch scan documents
without starting and stopping each time a new file begins by using
barcode numbers on the documents. It saves you huge amounts of time
and money to organize, to index and to search files of documents in
seconds, enhancing the efficiency and productivity of file management.
– Remove Blank Page — With this feature, blank pages are automatically
detected and removed by the software when scanning a stack of
documents. This function is quite helpful especially when users are
scanning double-sided documents and some of the pages only have text
on the front side.
– Remove Punch Hole — With this feature, the software automatically
detects the location of the punch holes on the scanned documents and
fills them in white. This function works for most common hole puncher
standards.
– Paper count — The paper count allows user to keep track of all scan
actions from both flatbed and ADF. This feature helps to estimate when
you may need to replace the rubber or separation pad, or to apply
maintenance and service to your scanner, making the use of your scanner
more effectively.
– Save multiple images as a single file — This advanced feature allows
user to save multiple scanned images as a single file, depending on the
number of the scanned images that are defined for document archival.
– Auto-crop and auto-deskew — The auto-crop function automatically
detects the size of the original image, crops the full scan frame to fit the
image, and removes unwanted black borders. The auto-deskew function
automatically corrects distorted images for proper alignment.
– Color dropout — Red, green and blue colors can be dropped out to allow
for clearer and more accurate forms processing with problematic color
documents.
– Preset Setting — This feature allows you to save the predefined scanning
values, and then retrieve them later for scanning same types of materials,
which brings fast and convenient access for users.
– Document Enhancement — This feature brings out and improves the
readability of text in a document that includes other elements such as
color, pictures, or graphs.

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Installation Requirements
In order to use your ArtixScan DI 2125c, your computer must satisfy the
following system requirements:
• CD/DVD-ROM drive (for installing software)
• Color display with 24-bit color output capability
• 512 MB RAM or more
• Pentium IV PC or higher with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port
• Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista or Windows 7

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No. Names of Parts Functions of Parts
1 Top cover Document Feed Tray
2 Programmable Function Button Allows users to customize the button to perform its
preferred functions via software settings.
3 ERROR Indicator (Red) Indicates if errors happen when the scanner is running.
4 READY Indicator (Green) Indicates the scanner is ready to scan.
5 Power Connector Connects the scanner to the power adapter.
6 Hi-Speed USB Port Connects the Hi-Seed USB (USB 2.0) cable to the
computer.
7 Feed Roller Assembly Used to feed documents into the feeder.
Taking a Closer Look
Front/Back View
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No. Names of Parts Functions of Parts
1 Tray Extender Used to extend the length of the Document Feed Tray.
2 Document Feed Tray Holds the documents to be fed into the feeder.
3 Guide Arm Slides to hold a stack of documents.
4 Scanner Cover The cover of the scanner.
5 Feed Roller Assembly Used to feed documents into the feeder.
6 Glass Surfaces The places where the CIS cartridges are stored.
7 Separation Roller Assembly Used to separate each sheet of documents when a
stack of documents are fed into the feeder.
8 Pick Rollers Used to pick up documents into the feeder.
9 Output Rollers Used to eject documents after scanning.
10 Card Tray Holds the card to be fed into the feeder.

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Initial Setup
Following the Three Easy Steps
After unpacking your scanner package, follow the steps in order for a quick and
easy installation process.
Step 1: Unpacking Package Contents
After unpacking your scanner package, please check for the major components
listed below.
Scanner
Hi-Speed USB cable
Power adapter
Software CDs/DVDs
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Step 2: Installing the Software
Important: You must install all software before connecting your scanner.
Always close any open programs and turn off Anti-virus utilities before installing
software.
1. Turn on your computer.
2. Place the Microtek Software CD/DVD into a drive.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to
install the driver and software.
Note: If the Microtek Software
Installer screen does not come up
automatically, double-click the
following in succession: “My
Computer”; the CD/DVD-ROM icon;
then cdsetup.exe to start the installer
program.
4. To install the software on the Microtek Software CD/DVD, click each software
programin the order that it appears on the screen to install, and follow the on-
screen instructions.
5. Click EXIT on the Microtek Software Installer screen when all the software has
been installed.
6. Restart your computer.
Drivers & Software Upgrades
After you finish the installation of software, if you found that the installed drivers and software
cannot run your product or your computer system properly later, please go to the Microtek
Download Service site at ww7.microtek.com.tw/service.php to download and install any updates
you may require.
For additional information about Microtek products, please visit our website at www.microtek.com.

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Step 3: Connecting the Scanner
To the Power Adapter
1. Connect the power adapter to the back of the scanner.
2. Plug the other end of the power adapter into a wall outlet or other power
source.
To the Hi-Speed USB Cable
3. Connect one end of the Hi-Speed USB cable to your computer.
4. Connect the other end of the Hi-Speed USB cable to the scanner’s USB port.
5. Open top cover (Document Feed Tray) to
turn on the scanner.
Once the scanner is detected by your
system, the LED (green) will brighten, and
the scanner is ready to scan.
Document Feed Tray

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Positioning Documents
This section shows you how to position a stack of documents, as well as credit
cards and driver's license into the feeder.
To Load a Stack of Documents
1. Open the top cover (Document
Feed Tray) of the scanner.
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2. Pull out the top Tray Extender for
better paper support if needed.
3. Load and center the stack of
documents onto the Document
Feed Tray, with the side to be
scanned facing down and the top
edge facing toward the feeder.
Then, slide the two Guide Arms
toward the stacked papers if
needed.
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To Load Cards
1. Open the top cover (Document Feed Tray).
2. Load the card face up into the Card Tray located at the bottom of the
Document Feed Tray, with the top edge facing toward the tray.
3. Align the card against the left edge of the Card Tray.
Document Notices
Note: There are several precautions and reminders about using the scanner
correctly. Please refer to the section as below for the detail.
• The scanner is not designed for scanning photos; doing so may damage your
originals. Microtek accepts no responsibility for damage that may arise from
misuse of equipment.
• The scanner can handle document specifications:
– Paper size: Min. 3.15" x 2.1" (80 mm x 51 mm)
Max. 8.5" x 65" (216 mm x 1651 mm)
– Paper weight: 10.7 to 32 lbs. (40-120 g/m2)
– Card thickness: Up to 0.078" (2 mm).
• If the documents are torn, curled, or wrinkled, do not put them into the
scanner to scan, because they may cause paper jams.
• Remove paper clips or staples before placing documents into the tray. DO
NOT use the scanner to scan documents with paper clips or staples because
they may cause paper jams or damage the scanner.
• Feeder capacity: Up to 20 sheets of 20 lb. paper or 1 piece of card
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Scanning Documents
Using ScanWizard DI
ScanWizard DI is a scanning software designed by Microtek for document
scanning in color, black and white, and grayscale in both duplex and simplex
modes. Its user-friendly interface enables you to easily start the scanning process.
Refer to the ScanWizard DI software manual for more details.
Warning:
• Do not place photos or fragile materials in the feed tray, for it will damage
the originals when performing the feeding process.
The following sections will show you step by step how to use ScanWizard DI.
Scanning a Single-sheet Document
1. Load the single-sheet document to be scanned into the Document Feed Tray.
2. Launch ScanWizard DI (either as a stand-alone by clicking the program icon,
or by using the “File-Import” or “Scan” command from an application
program).
3. Specify your scanning requirements in the ScanWizard DI control panel.
a) Select your image input device in the Scan Source drop-down menu.
– Select ADF (Simplex) to scan one side of the document.
– Select ADF (Duplex) to scan both sides of the document.
Important: To avoid unexpected results, make sure you select ADF (Duplex)
as your image input device when scanning a card.
b) Select your image output type in the Scan Type drop-down menu.
– Select RGB Color (24 bits) to scan the image in color.
– Select Grayscale (8 bits) to scan the image in grayscale.
– Select Black & White (1 bit) to scan the image in black-and-white.
c) Select a dimension in the Paper Size drop-down menu as your preview
image size.
d) Select your desired image output resolution in the Resolution
drop-down menu.
e) If “Auto-crop & Auto-deskew” is selected, the scanner automatically
detects the size of the original image, crops the full scan frame to fit the
image, and removes unwanted black borders after the scan, as well as
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4. If necessary, check “Remove Blank Page” or “Remove Punch Hole” to
enhance the quality of the scanned images.
5. Click the Preview button to perform a preliminary view of the entire image.
When done, a preview image appears in the preview window.
6. Click the Scan Frame tool button to adjust the size of the scan frame
(enclosed within the red dotted lines and labeled with the tag “Main”). Drag
on the edge or corner of the scan frame to resize the scan frame.
7. If necessary, specify the image settings for the front or back side of papers
separately by using the “Sides of Material” control when the Scan Source is
set as the ADF (Duplex).
8. Select your image type in the Attribute drop-down menu.
– Select Line Art to scan line art images (images in one color or in black-
and-white, such as logos or mechanical blueprints).
– Select Photo to scan color prints.
– Select Text to scan text.
9. If necessary, adjust image quality by using the image correction tools.
10. Click the Scan or Scan To button to start scanning.
If ScanWizard DI is launched as a Plug-In from an image-editing program, the
scanned image is delivered after the scan to your application, where the image
can be saved, printed, or modified further.
If ScanWizard DI is launched as a stand-alone program, the scanned image
can be saved after the scan to a file, opened in an image-editing program, or
sent to a printer.

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Image
correction
settings
Image type
Scanning
settings
Scan frame
(enclosed by dotted
lines and labeled with
the tag “Main”)
Preview window
Preview image (the
enclosed frame
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Scanning a Stack of Documents
1. Load the stack of documents to be scanned into the Document Feed Tray.
2. Launch ScanWizard DI (either as a stand-alone by clicking the program icon,
or by using the “File-Import” or “Scan” command from an application
program).
3. Follow the procedures (steps 3a through 3e) for “Scanning a Single-sheet
Document” to specify your scanning requirements in the ScanWizard DI
control panel.
a) Select ADF (Simplex) or Select ADF (Duplex) in the Scan Source drop-
down menu as your image input device.
b) Select your image output type in the Scan Type drop-down menu.
c) Select a dimension in the Paper Size drop-down menu as your preview
image size.
d) Select your desired image output resolution in the Resolution
drop-down menu.
e) If “Auto-crop & Auto-deskew” is selected, the scanner automatically
detects the size of the original image, crops the full scan frame to fit the
image, and removes unwanted black borders after the scan, as well as
corrects the distorted image for proper alignment.
4. If necessary, check “Remove Blank Page” or “Remove Punch Hole” to
enhance the quality of the scanned images.
5. If necessary, specify the image settings for the front or back side of papers
separately by using the “Sides of Material” control when the Scan Source is
set as the ADF (Duplex).
6. Select the your image type in the Attribute drop-down menu.
– Select Line Art to scan line art images (images in one color or in black-
and-white, such as logos or mechanical blueprints).
– Select Photo to scan color prints.
– Select Text to scan text.
7. If necessary, adjust image quality by using the image correction tools.
8. Click the Scan or Scan To button to start scanning.
If ScanWizard DI is launched as a plug-in from an image-editing program, the
scanned image is delivered after the scan to your application, where the image
can be saved, printed, or modified further.
If ScanWizard DI is launched as a stand-alone program, the scanned image
can be saved after the scan to a file, opened in an image-editing program, or
sent to a printer.