Pandigital PANSCN05 User manual

User Guide
PANSCN05

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Table of Contents
Read This First........................................................................... 4
Important Safety Precautions ..................................................4
Disclaimer ...............................................................................6
Copyright.................................................................................6
Notes about copyrighted materials..........................................6
Disposal of this product...........................................................6
What’s in the Box ....................................................................7
Introduction................................................................................ 7
Photo Converter Overview........................................................ 8
Photo Converter Indicator Lights........................................... 10
Suitable and Unsuitable Original Types................................. 11
Suitable................................................................................. 11
Unsuitable ............................................................................. 11
Supported Memory Cards....................................................... 13
Anti-curl Plastic Sheaths......................................................... 13
Orientation of the Original and Scanned Image.................... 14
Operating the Photo Converter............................................... 15
Preparation and Initial Setup................................................. 15
Power on the Photo Converter .............................................. 16
Scan a Photo......................................................................... 16
Scan 35mm Negatives & Slides ............................................ 18
Auto Image Mirror/Flip....................................................... 19
This Photo Converter Feed Filmstrips............................... 20
Automatic Image Cropping.................................................... 22
Connect Photo Converter to a PC .......................................... 23
PC System Requirements ..................................................... 23
For Windows Vista Users...................................................... 25
For Windows XP Users ......................................................... 25
After Successful Connection ................................................. 26
Scanned Image Naming Convention..................................... 26
Safely Disconnect the Photo Converter from PC................... 28

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Scan2PC Manager (Photo Converter to PC Utility)............... 28
System Requirements........................................................... 28
Installing the Scan2PC Manager........................................... 28
Using the Scan2PC Manager................................................ 30
Uninstalling the Scan2PC Manager....................................... 31
Photo Converter Maintenance................................................ 32
Cleaning the Photo Converter ............................................... 32
Clean the Outer Casing......................................................... 32
Clean the Roller..................................................................... 32
Clean the Image Sensor........................................................ 33
Calibrate the Photo Converter................................................ 34
Storing the Photo Converter................................................... 35
Technical Specifications......................................................... 36
Frequently Asked Questions .................................................. 37
Limited Warranty ..................................................................... 38
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Read This First
Please read the following important safety instructions carefully
before using the Photo, Slide & Negative Converter (Photo
Converter). Failure to observe these instructions may result in
personal injuries or damages to the Photo Converter.
Important Safety Precautions
Always follow these basic safety precautions when using your
Photo Converter. This will reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury.
Do not place this device under direct sunlight
or near heat sources, such as in a closed car
under sunlight or near a stove. The outer
casing of this device may become deformed
and the sophisticated sensors inside may
become damaged due to excessive heat.
Do not use this device near water, in the rain or
allow any liquid to get inside this product.
Water and moisture may cause short-circuit to
the electronic components and lead to
malfunctions.
Do not use this device in dusty environments.
Dust grains may cover this device and scratch
the original. Do not scan originals that are
contaminated by dusts or other particles.
Do not use this device near strong
electromagnetic sources, such as a microwave
oven or television. The electromagnetic
interference may cause this device to
malfunction.
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify this
device. There are no user serviceable parts
inside this Photo Converter, and unauthorized
modifications will void your warranty.

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Do not drop or apply shock/vibration to this
device. Strong impacts may damage the
components inside.
Do not insert objects other than compatible
memory cards into the memory card slots of
this Photo Converter. The metal contacts
inside the slots can easily become damaged by
foreign objects.
Do not use an unknown power adapter other
than the one supplied with this Photo
Converter. Connecting this Photo Converter to
an unknown power adapter is very dangerous
and may lead to fire or explosion.
Some adapter models may include switchable
prongs. When necessary to use alternate
prongs, use only the prongs included with the
Photo Converter.
Do not cut, bend, modify, place heavy objects,
or step on the cable of the power adapter.
Otherwise the external insulation may be
damaged and result in short-circuit or fire.
The power socket and USB port on this Photo
Converter are designed solely for connecting to
the supplied power adapter and optional USB
cable. Do not insert any other objects into
these sockets.
If there are strange odors or heat emitting from
this device or any signs of malfunction,
disconnect this Photo Converter from the
power immediately and contact your dealer for
inspection or service.