Plustek 0307 User manual

Installation
Usage & Maintenance

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government bonds, or public documents, may be prohibited by law and/or subject
to criminal prosecution. We recommend you to be responsible and respectful of the
copyrights laws when you are scanning books, magazines, journals and other
materials.
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products in compliance with global environmental standards. Please consult your
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Attention for recycling (For EU country only)
Protect your environment! This product should not be thrown into the household
waste container. Please give it to the free collecting center in your community.
Screen Examples in This Manual
The screen shots in this guide were made with Windows 7. If you are using
Windows XP / Vista / 8 / 10, your screen will look somewhat different but functions
the same.

Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................1
How to Use This Guide............................................................................................... 1
Conventions of This Guide ......................................................................................... 2
A Note about Icons ............................................................................................................... 2
Safety Precautions...................................................................................................... 2
Minimum System Requirements................................................................................. 3
Box Contents .............................................................................................................. 4
Scanner Overview ...................................................................................................... 5
Ultrasonic Sensor ....................................................................................................... 7
CHAPTER I. INSTALLING THE SCANNER....................................................................8
Software Installation Requirements ............................................................................ 8
Hardware Requirements............................................................................................. 8
Installing and Setting up the Scanner......................................................................... 9
Step 1. Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer............................................................. 9
Step 2. Installing the Software............................................................................................ 11
Step 3. Install the Stacker................................................................................................... 16
Step 4. Testing the Scanner ............................................................................................... 17
Installing Additional Software.................................................................................... 17
CHAPTER II. SCANNING ..................................................................................... 18
Preparing Documents ............................................................................................... 18
Checking Document Conditions ......................................................................................... 18
Loosening Documents........................................................................................................ 20
Placing Documents................................................................................................... 21
Placing Business Cards............................................................................................ 22
Placing Plastic Cards................................................................................................ 23
Scanning Documents................................................................................................ 23
Scanning via TWAIN Interface ........................................................................................... 24
Scanning from the Sc Panel.......................................................................... 26
Scanning from the On-screen Do ecute Menu ................................................ 27
Scanning from the Icon in the Left Side of the DocAction Window.................................... 27
CHAPTER III. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................... 28
Cleaning the Scanner ............................................................................................... 28
Cleaning Materials.............................................................................................................. 28
Cleaning the ADF ............................................................................................................... 29
Replacing Consumables........................................................................................... 31
Replacing the Pad Module ................................................................................................. 32
Replacing the Feed Roller .................................................................................................. 33
Calibrating the Scanner ............................................................................................ 35
Power Save .............................................................................................................. 36
CHAPTER IV. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................ 37
Scanner Connection ................................................................................................. 37
Clearing Paper Jams ................................................................................................ 38
APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................ 39
APPENDIX B: CUSTOMER SERVICE AND WARRANTY................................................ 41
Service & Support Information (For EU country only)............................................... 41
Statement of Limited Warranty ................................................................................. 42

FCC Radio Frequency Statement............................................................................. 43

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing us as your scanner supplier. Your new scanner will
improve the professionalism of your day-to-day computing tasks by allowing you to
input images and electronic text into your computer system. You can easily scan
single-sided or double-sided documents with your scanner.
Like all of our products, your new scanner is thoroughly tested and backed by our
reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction. We hope you will
continue to turn to us for additional quality products as your computing needs and
interests grow.
HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE
operate your scanner. This guide assumes the user is familiar with Microsoft Windows.
If this is not the case, we suggest you learn more about Microsoft Windows by referring
to your Microsoft Windows manual before using your scanner.
The Introduction section of this manual describes the box contents and minimum
computer requirements to use this scanner. Before you start installing your scanner,
check the box contents to make sure all parts are included. If any items are damaged
or missing, please contact the vendor where you purchased your scanner or our
customer service directly.
your computer. Note: The scanner connects to your computer through the Universal
Serial Bus (USB). If your computer does not support USB technology, you will need to
purchase a USB interface card to add USB capabilities to your computer, or buy and
install USB connectors if your motherboard has USB capabilities. This guide assumes
that your computer is USB-ready and has a free USB port.
Chapter II describes how to use your scanner.
Chapter III describes how to maintain and clean your scanner.
Chapter IV contains technical support information that can help you solve simple
problems.
Appendix A contains the specifications of the scanner you purchased.
Appendix B contains our customer service, the limited warranty agreement and
FCC statement concerning the product.

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CONVENTIONS OF THIS GUIDE
Bold
Italic
A Note about Icons
This guide uses the following icons to point out information that deserves special
attention.
Warning
A procedure that must be followed carefully to
prevent injury, or accidents.
Attention
Instructions that are important to remember and may
prevent mistakes.
Information
Optional tips for your reference.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning
Before using this device, please read the
following important information to eliminate or
reduce any possibility of causing damage and
personal injury.
1. Usage, the product is for indoor use in dry locations. Moisture condensation may
occur inside this device and cause malfunction at these conditions:
when this device is moved directly from a cold to a warm location;
after a cold room is heated;
when this device is placed in a damp room.
To avoid the moisture condensation, you are recommended to follow the procedure:
i. Seal this device in a plastic bag for it to adapt to room conditions.
ii. Wait for 1-2 hours before removing this device from the bag.
2. Do use the AC adapter and USB cable provided with the scanner. Use of other AC
adapter and cables may lead to malfunction.
3. Keep the space around the AC adapter clear in case you need to quickly unplug
the AC adapter during emergencies.

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4. Damaged wire could cause fire or electrical shock. Keep the power cord straight
and without being twisted, bended, or scraped.
during night or long weekend, to avoid any risks of causing fire.
6. Do not attempt to disassemble the scanner. There is danger of an electrical shock
and opening your scanner will void your warranty.
7. Be sure not to bump or knock the scanner glass as it is fragile and could break.
8. Do not subject the scanner to excessive vibration. It may damage the internal
components.
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS1
PC with Intel Pentium IV 2.4 GHz processor or compatible
1 GB RAM
Available USB 2.0 port
DVD-ROM Drive
2 GB Free Hard Disk Space
Video card that supports 16-bit color or greater
Operating System: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10
Information
Systems with 2 GB RAM and 3 GB free hard disk
space are recommended for optimal performance.
1 Higher requirements may be needed when scanning or editing large quantities of images. The
system requirements stated are only a guideline, generally the better the computer
(motherboard, processor, hard disk, RAM, video graphic card), the better the results.

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BOX CONTENTS2
1. Scanner
2. USB Cable
3. AC Adapter
4. Stacker
5. Quick Guide
6. Setup/Application DVD-ROM
7. Calibration Sheet
8. Cleansing Cloth
9. Pad Module
2 Save the box and packing materials in case you need to transport this scanner in the future.

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SCANNER OVERVIEW
when using the scanner.
using.
you need to clear paper jam or clean the scanner.
documents for scanning.

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function number display.
the function number display.
task selected by the up or down button.
or down button.
Light Status
Green The scanner is turned on, ready to scan images.
Orange
The scanner is in standby mode. Simply press any scanner button
on the scanner panel and the scanner will be back to the normal
status.
Off
The scanner is off, either because the power is not turned on, or
because the AC adapter is not properly plugged into an AC power
outlet.
you to carry the scanner with ease.
included USB cable.
14. ETHERNET PORT3
Ethernet cable.
included AC adapter.
3 Ethernet Port is not included in all scanner models.

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ULTRASONIC SENSOR
When scanning a stack of documents by ADF, the ultrasonic sensor detects
multifeeds by checking paper overlap (i.e., 2 or more pages stuck together when being
fed through the ADF). Clean the ultrasonic sensor lightly with a dry cloth if it is
necessary.
Information
This function may or may not be available
depending on the scanner model you purchase.
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CHAPTER I. INSTALLING THE SCANNER
Before installing your scanner, please verify that you have all of the proper
components. A list of the package contents is pr
this guide.
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
DocAction. All of these software applications use approximately 800 megabytes of hard
disk space after they are installed into your computer. To ensure ample room for the
installation, as well as for scanning and saving images, a minimum of 2 GB of hard disk
space is recommended.
This USB scanner can only operate under the Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 /
10 operating system.
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS
This scanner connects to your computer through the Universal Serial Bus (USB)
which supports HOT PLUG AND PLAY. To determine whether your computer is USB-
capable, you must check the rear of your PC to locate a USB jack that looks like the
picture below. If you are having trouble in locating the USB port on your computer,
please refer to the hardware manual that came with your computer.
Upon examination, you should find one or two rectangular USB ports, which usually
appear as shown below.
certified USB interface card to add USB capabilities to your computer.
USB Connector(s)

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INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE SCANNER
Please follow the step-by-step procedures described below to install the Plustek
scanner.
Attention
Choose a Proper Site First!
Always place your scanner on a level,
smooth and strong surface before proceeding
the scanner setup or any scanning task.
Tilted or uneven surface may cause paper-
feeding errors, scanner damage or personal
injury.
Avoid using the scanner in a dusty
environment. Dust particles and other foreign
objects may damage the unit.
Step 1. Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer
Using the USB Cable to connect the Scanner and Your Computer
Attention
Please make sure the scanner is turned OFF
before you plug or unplug the scanner power
adapter.
.
2. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into a standard AC power outlet.
3. Plug the square end of the included USB cable to the USB port at the rear of
the scanner.

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4. Plug the rectangular end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your
computer.
5. If you plan to connect your scanner to a USB hub4, make sure that the hub is
connected to the USB port in your computer. Next, connect the scanner to the USB
hub.
Using the Ethernet Cable to connect the Scanner and Your Computer
(If your scanner does not have the Ethernet port, please skip this step.)
Attention
Please make sure the scanner is turned OFF
before you plug or unplug the scanner power
adapter.
When you use the Ethernet cable to connect the scanner and your computer on the
network, please do not connect the USB cable to the scanner at the same time. If you
use both the USB cable and the Ethernet cable to connect the scanner and your
computer, only the scanner USB port is working properly, but the function of the
scanner Ethernet port will be disable. Please make sure to unplug the USB cable from
the scanner when you use the Ethernet cable to connect the scanner and your
computer.
.
4 The USB hub is not included with the scanner.

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2. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into a standard AC power outlet.
3. Plug the end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port at the rear of the scanner.
4. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable to an available port on the Ethernet hub5.
5. Plug the end of another Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the computer.
6. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable to an available port on the Ethernet hub.
Step 2. Installing the Software
1. Switch on the scanner power from the rear of the scanner.
2. If the USB components on your computer are functioning correctly, they will
automatically detect the scanner causing the Add New Hardware Wizard or
Found New Hardware Wizard to be launched.
Information
If your computer is off when the scanner is
message will not be displayed until the computer
is on and Windows starts.
3. For Windows XP:
a. Insert the Setup/Application DVD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your
DVD-ROM drive.
b. Select Install the software automatically recommended and click the Next
button.
c. Click the Next button in the window that appears. Afterwards, please skip to
procedure 7.
4. For Windows Vista:
b. Click on the Continue
c. Insert the Setup/Application DVD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your
DVD-ROM drive when the system prompts
Next button. Afterwards, please skip to
procedure 8.
5 The Ethernet hub is not included with the scanner.

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5. For Windows 7:
When the Setup/Application DVD is for several scanner models
a. Insert the Setup/Application DVD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your
DVD-ROM drive. Click Run install.exe in the AutoPlay window.
b. Click on the Yes button if the User Account Control dialog pops up. Follow the
instructions in the pop-up installation message.
c. In the Device Manager window, right-click on this scanner under Other
devices and select Update Driver Software from the pop-up menu. Click
Browse my computer for driver software in the window that appears, and
click the Browse button.
d. In the Browse For Folder window, select the folder or the DVD-ROM drive that
OK button to return to the previous
screen. Click the Next button and click Install this driver software anyway if
the Windows Security window appears. Afterwards, please skip to procedure
9.
When the Setup/Application DVD is for one scanner model
a. Insert the Setup/Application DVD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your
DVD-ROM drive. Click Run install.exe in the AutoPlay window.
b. Click on the Yes button if the User Account Control dialog pops up.
Afterwards, please skip to procedure 9.
6. For Windows 8 & Windows 10:
a. Insert the Setup/Application DVD-ROM, included with your scanner, into your
DVD-ROM drive. Click on the pop-up notification, then click Run install.exe in
the pop-up window. If you miss the pop-up notification, please eject and re-
insert the Setup/Application DVD-ROM.
b. Click on the Yes button if the User Account Control dialog pops up.
Afterwards, please skip to procedure 9.
Install this driver software anyway to continue the installation without any
misgiving at your scanner functioning.
8. When the system completes the installation, click the Finish button.
9. Follow the on-screen instructions to install all software that your new scanner
requires. If the pop-up wizard window appears click Next, and click Install this
driver software anyway in the Windows Security window then click Finish in the
wizard window.

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10. (If your scanner does not have the Ethernet port, please skip this Step.)
Select the method to connect the scanner and your computer.
Using the USB cable to connect the scanner and your computer
a. Select the USB Port Connection option. Follow the on-screen installation
instructions. Afterwards, please skip to procedure 11.
Using the Ethernet cable to connect the scanner and your computer in a network
environment with a DHCP server
a. Select the Ethernet Port Connection option. Please make sure to unplug the
USB cable from the scanner when you choose this option.

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b. Follow the on-screen installation instructions. Please use the Scanner Search
Tool to search available scanners and select the desired scanner to be used,
and then click Connect Device button to make connection. (If the Windows
Security Alert window appears during the search tool execution, please unblock
the search tool from the firewall to make sure the connecting process is working
properly.) Refer to the online help of Scanner Search Tool to explorer more
about Scanner Search Tool!
c. After you make sure the Scanner Search Tool is working properly and the
scanner connection status indicates Locally Connected, please click the OK
button to confirm the status. Afterwards, please skip to procedure 11.

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Using the Ethernet cable to connect the scanner and your computer in a network
environment with static IP allocation
a. Disconnect your computer from your network environment by unplugging the
network cable from your computer. Connect the scanner and your computer
using an Ethernet cable.
b. Select the Ethernet Port Connection option. Please make sure to unplug the
USB cable from the scanner when you choose this option.
c. Follow the on-screen installation instructions. Please use the Scanner Search
Tool to search available scanners. (If the Windows Security Alert window
appears during the search tool execution, please unblock the search tool from
the firewall to make sure the connecting process is working properly.) Refer to
the online help of Scanner Search Tool to explorer more about Scanner
Search Tool!
d. Select the desired server icon in the scanner list. Click Server
Configurations from the Options menu. Untick the Use DHCP option and
modify the IP Address and Subnet to match your network environment. Please
consult your network administrator for the IP Address and Subnet. Please
make sure that the setting is valid and correct. Do not enter an IP address that
already exists in the network. Click the Set button to save settings.
e. Unplug the network cable from the scanner and your computer. Plug the end of
end of another Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port at the rear of the scanner.
Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable to an available port on the Ethernet
hub.

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f. Please search available scanners again and select the desired scanner icon
to be used, and then click Connect Device button to make connection.
g. After you make sure the Scanner Search Tool is working properly and the
scanner connection status indicates Locally Connected, please click the OK
button to confirm the status.
11. After the installation is complete, close all open applications and click the Finish
button to restart your computer.
Attention
Save the Setup/Application DVD in case you
need to reinstall the driver and software in the
future.
Step 3. Install the Stacker
Insert the tabs on the stacker onto their slots on the scanner.
Information
The installation of stacker is optional, if you have
limited desktop space.