Kodak I1400 - Manuals

2 A-61550 May 2007 Safety information • When placing the scanner, make sure that the electrical power outlet is located within 1.52 meters (5 feet) of the scanner and is easily accessible. • Use only the power supply that was provided with the Kodak i1400 Series Scanner. Do not substitute another po...

A-61550 May 2007 3 Environmental information • The Kodak i1400 Series Scanners are designed to meet worldwide environmental requirements. • Guidelines are available for the disposal of consumable items that are replaced during maintenance or service; follow local regulations or contact Kodak locally...

4 A-61550 May 2007 Japan This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for interference by information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the e...

A-61550 May 2007 5 2 Getting Started What’s in the box Before you begin open the box and check the contents: • Kodak i1410, i1420 or i1440 Scanner • Input tray• Output tray• USB 2.0 cable• Power supply • AC power cord bundles• Welcome Folio which includes: - Bundled installation and application CDs-...

6 A-61550 May 2007 Attaching the input and output trays The input and output trays snap into place. The input and output trays can also be adjusted to fit different document sizes. Attaching the input tray 1. Locate the input tray slots on the scanner. 2. Align the input tray pins with the slots. 3....

A-61550 May 2007 7 Installing the Kodak Driver Software Install the driver software before connecting the scanner to your PC. 1. Insert the Kodak i1400 Series Scanner Installation CD in the CD- ROM drive. The installation program starts automatically. NOTE: If the CD does not start automatically, op...

8 A-61550 May 2007 The installation will start. 5. When the installation is complete, the Installation Completed window will be displayed. 6. Click Finish .

A-61550 May 2007 11 Your operating software will now auto detect the scanner. 2. Click Next . The following screen will be displayed. 3. Click Finish . The installation of the Kodak Driver Software for the scanner is complete. To test the scanner, refer to the section entitled, “Verifying your scann...

12 A-61550 May 2007 Installing application software The following Kodak applications are available on the CDs packed with your scanner. • Kodak Capture Software Lite • Kodak Scan Validation Tool Other scanning applications may also be provided on the CDs packed with your scanner. Review these CDs fo...

A-61550 May 2007 13 Inside view 1 Separator module — provides smooth document feeding and separation of various sizes, thicknesses and textures of documents. 2 Rollers — provides smooth transport of documents through the scanner. 3 Rear roller cover — provides access to the rear rollers for cleaning...

14 A-61550 May 2007 Side views 1 Power button — turns the power to the scanner on (|) and off (O). 2 Power port — connects the power cord to the scanner. 3 Side access door — provides access to the upper imaging guide for replacement ( Kodak i1420 and i1440 Scanners only). 4 USB port — connects the ...

A-61550 May 2007 15 3 Using the Scanner This chapter provides procedures for: • Turning the scanner power on and off • Adjusting the input and output trays • Preparing your documents for scanning • Verifying your scanning installation • Scanning documents: automatic feeding, manual feeding and conti...

16 A-61550 May 2007 Tray extenders and side guides • Both the input and output trays have extenders to accommodate long documents. Grasp the tray extender and pull it out to the desired position. • The output tray also has two document stops that can be raised to accommodate the collection of small ...

A-61550 May 2007 17 Adjusting the output tray The output tray has three possible positions. • Set the output tray to the lowest position when you are scanning long documents. • Set the output tray to the middle position when you are scanning letter- or A4-size documents. • Set the output tray to the...

18 A-61550 May 2007 Start and stop scanning Before you start scanning, make sure the scanner is on and ready for operation, which is indicated by the green indicator light being on and constant. Scanning is controlled by application software designed to capture images. To start and stop scanning, re...

A-61550 May 2007 19 Verifying your scanner installation Kodak provides a test application called the Kodak Scan Validation Tool . This section describes how to use this tool to perform a basic scan function which includes feeding paper and viewing captured images on your PC. The following steps help...

20 A-61550 May 2007 The main Kodak Scanner window will be displayed. 5. Select the Default Setting Shortcut. 6. Click OK . This resets the software to the factory-installed default settings. The factory default settings are set to capture black and white images. For an i1410 Scanner one side of the ...

A-61550 May 2007 21 The documents will be scanned and displayed in the Scan Validation Tool window. NOTE: If the scanner is in power saver mode, a message will be displayed that the lamps need sufficient time to warm up. Scanning will proceed when the lamps are ready. After the images have been disp...

22 A-61550 May 2007 Smart touch functionality Smart touch functionality allows you to quickly and easily perform common scanning tasks. Predefined tasks are installed with the scanner, however, you can configure smart touch to handle the tasks that are most important to you. You can perform any of t...

A-61550 May 2007 23 Remove Icon — displays the Remove Icon dialog box. When you click Yes , you will close smart touch and remove the smart touch icon from the system tray. The software can be started manually by selecting Start>Programs> Kodak>Document Imaging>i1410,i1420,i1440 >Smar...

24 A-61550 May 2007 Scan To settings Destination — allows you to select one of the following options: • File: creates an electronic file from the scanned documents and saves it in the location specified in the Folder path. • Application : creates an electronic file from the scanned documents and lau...

A-61550 May 2007 27 Configuring function numbers 1. Click the smart touch icon on the system tray to display the smart touch function listing and select Configure . The Configuration dialog box will be displayed. 2. Select the Task shortcut you want to configure from the Task Shortcut drop-down list...

A-61550 May 2007 29 Smart touch Edit window The smart touch Edit window allows you to view the scanned images before sending them to the final destination. As documents are scanned, the images will be displayed in the Edit window. From this window you can perform common editing tasks such as, rotati...

30 A-61550 May 2007 These icons are available on the Edit window. To use a tool, click on the icon and apply it to the desired image. Using function numbers When you have assigned the function numbers, they can be easily launched from the smart touch function listing. 1. Display the function listing...

A-61550 May 2007 31 Scanning your documents Standard paper size documents should feed easily through the scanner. • Place the documents you want to scan into the input tray of the scanner. If you are scanning one-sided documents or if you have a Kodak i1410 Scanner, be sure the side you want to scan...

32 A-61550 May 2007 Continuous feeding Continuous feeding allows you to place additional batches of documents in the feeder for “infinite” feeding (with operator assistance). • When only a few documents from one batch remain in the feeder, place the next batch face down on top of those documents. Ma...

A-61550 May 2007 33 4 Image Processing Overview This chapter introduces concepts that may be new to some users. The Kodak i1400 Series Scanners provide the ability to process scanned images to improve their quality. Using these features the scanner can sometimes make the scanned image look better th...

34 A-61550 May 2007 The Scan Validation Tool dialog box The Scan Validation Tool (SVT) is a diagnostic application provided by Kodak. The SVT user interface allows access to all the features of the scanner and is a good way to verify that the scanner is working properly. The Scan Validation Tool all...

A-61550 May 2007 35 Save Images to Files — when selected, will save the images to the specified directory. Display Every  enter the sampling rate of the images you want to display while scanning. For example, to see every image, enter a value of 1. To see every 10 th image, enter a value of 10. Tot...

38 A-61550 May 2007 3. Place one or two representative documents in the input tray of the scanner. NOTE: When scanning one side of a document or if you are using an i1410 Scanner, be sure to place the side of the document to be scanned facing the input tray. 4. If you want to see what your selected ...

40 A-61550 May 2007 The main Kodak Scanner window The main Kodak Scanner window is the home window of the scanner’s user interface. You can scan by simply selecting a Setting Shortcut and then selecting OK/Scan . Setting Shortcuts — provides a listing of the Setting Shortcuts currently set up. The s...

A-61550 May 2007 41 • If you have made changes to a Setting Shortcut and have not saved your changes, the Setting Shortcut will be appended with the text < changed >, and the name will be displayed in italics (e.g., *Default<changed >). Input document is — allows you to select which side...

42 A-61550 May 2007 Save — saves any changes made to the selected Setting Shortcut. Save As — displays the Save As window allowing you to save your current settings with a new Setting Shortcut name. Delete — deletes the selected Setting Shortcut; you will be prompted for confirmation. This is only a...

A-61550 May 2007 43 The Image Settings window From this window you can define image processing options by using the available tabs. The values used in Image Settings are saved in the selected Setting Shortcut. The Image Settings window includes the following tabs: General, Size Adjustments and Enhan...

44 A-61550 May 2007 Toolbar buttons Preview area The main purpose of the preview area is to display a sample image that is based on your current shortcut settings. An image will be displayed in this area after a preview scan has been performed. The displayed image will automatically show the effects...

A-61550 May 2007 45 General tab The General tab contains commonly used image options. In most cases, you will not have to change options on other tabs. Scan as — allows you to select the electronic image format. • Color (24-bit) : produces a color version of your document. • Grayscale (8-bit ): prod...

A-61550 May 2007 47 Size tab Document — allows you to select how the scanner will detect your document as it is being fed through the scanner. • Automatically Detect and Straighten : the scanner will automatically find each document (regardless of size) and will straighten any document that may have...

50 A-61550 May 2007 Post-scan rotation options — allows you to select any rotation to be applied to the electronic image after is has been scanned. • (none) • Automatic — the scanner will analyze each document to determine how it was fed and will rotate the image to the proper orientation. • 90, 180...

A-61550 May 2007 51 Adjustments tab: black and white The options available on the Adjustments tab depend on the Scan as selection on the General tab. The following options are based on a Scan as selection of Black and White . Conversion quality — these settings effect how the scanner analyzes a gray...

52 A-61550 May 2007 Threshold — aids in controlling the level at which a pixel is considered black or white. Decreasing this setting will make the image appear lighter, and can be used to subdue background noise. Increasing this setting will make the image appear darker, and can be used to help pick...

54 A-61550 May 2007 • Apply to : - Predominant - smooths the predominant background color to white. - Neutral - smooths only the neutral color to white, and also smooths up to two additional background colors. - All - smooths the neutral color and up to two additional background colors to white. NOT...

A-61550 May 2007 55 Enhancements tab The options on the Enhancements tab depend on the Scan as selection on the General tab. Image Edge Fill — fills the edges of the final electronic image by covering the area with the specified color. • Color : allows you to select the color to fill the edges with....

A-61550 May 2007 57 Defining custom dropout colors using the Color Dropout Configuration window The Color Dropout Configuration window allows you to define custom dropout colors. If the supplied dropout colors (i.e., red, green, blue) do not dropout the color on your form, you can create a custom dr...

A-61550 May 2007 59 Color Dropout Configuration window — Single tab The Single tab allows you to configure a custom dropout color that contains information for one color. The information includes the learned data as well as the options used to create the color. NOTE: You cannot select another tab wh...

A-61550 May 2007 61 Outlines — allows you to define up to eight areas of the document to use for the learning process. You can select the location and size of each outline. The preview area will show each outline. NOTE: The Outlines option is not available for a color that has already been learned. ...

62 A-61550 May 2007 Preview — initiates a scan and displays the scanned image in the preview area. The image displayed will be either the dropped image or a color image. This option is only available when there is at least one single color. Display Dropped Image/Display Color Image — allows you to t...

A-61550 May 2007 63 Single — allows you to define up to three single colors to be dropped as part of the multiple color. NOTES: • The Single option is only available when a multiple color has already been added. • The preview area will not show each color's outlines. Toolbar buttons Save — saves the...

66 A-61550 May 2007 Document variability — allows you to optionally enhance a custom single dropout color to handle variability in color from document to document. For example, if you get additional prints of a form and it has a slightly different color, this feature can be used to update your exist...

A-61550 May 2007 67 Advanced Image Setup The Advanced tab The Advanced Image Setup icon is located at the top of the Image Settings window next to the Side drop-down box. When you select the Advanced Image Setup icon, the Advanced tab will be displayed. Input document is — select Two Sided , One sid...

A-61550 May 2007 69 Images to Configure — indicates which electronic images you need to configure. NOTE: This is only available if you select anything other than One from the Images per side option. For procedures on how to configure advanced options, see the sections that follow, entitled: • Creati...

A-61550 May 2007 73 7. Go to the Content Settings tab. 8. Select a Sensitivity option. 9. Select Done to return to the Image Settings window. NOTE: You will notice that the Side option now has two entries: Both: Color (24 bit) and Both: Black and White (1bit) . 10. Select Sides: Both: Black and Whit...

78 A-61550 May 2007 Creating a new Setting Shortcut 1. From the main Kodak Scanner window, select a Setting Shortcut from the list. It is recommended that you select a shortcut that most closely describes the desired image output. 2. Determine if you want to capture an electronic image of the front ...

A-61550 May 2007 79 4. Select the appropriate options on the General tab. NOTE: If necessary, review each setting on the other tabs and make any changes. 5. Place one representative document in the input tray of the scanner. 6. Select Preview to review the resulting image. NOTE: If the images are no...

A-61550 May 2007 83 The Device Settings window From this window you can set all scanner-specific options, as well as diagnostics, by using the available tabs. The values used in Device Settings are saved in the selected Setting Shortcut. The Device Setting window includes the following tabs: General...

A-61550 May 2007 85 Special document handling — allows you to scan irregularly shaped documents (e.g., pages with coupons removed or documents with large holes or cutouts in them) that may produce jams or truncated images. NOTES:• This option is not available for all models.• Using this option may d...

86 A-61550 May 2007 Device - Printer tab The printer provides a vertical print capability and supports a alphanumeric characters, date, time, document count and a custom message. On — turns printing on and makes the rest of the options on this tab available. Template: Format — allows you to define y...

A-61550 May 2007 89 Device - Multifeed tab Multifeed detection aids in document processing by detecting documents that may go through the feeder overlapped. Multifeeds can happen due to stapled documents, adhesives on documents, or electrostatically charged documents. Ultrasonic Detection Sensitivit...

92 A-61550 May 2007 The Diagnostics window From this window you can access the diagnostic functions of the scanner. The Diagnostics window includes the following tabs: General, Debug and Logs. The Diagnostics window can be accessed via the Diagnostics button which is located on the General tab of th...

A-61550 May 2007 93 Diagnostics - General tab The General tab allows you to perform a scanner test and displays the scanner time. Tests • Scanner : similar to, but more extensive than, a power-on self test. Selecting this will immediately put the device through a series of checks to determine that a...

94 A-61550 May 2007 • Printer : tests the functionality of the Printer, e.g., are all ink jets working. This test is performed during any scan session in which this option is turned on. NOTE: This test is automatically turned off when the scanning application disconnects from the scanner. Scanner Ti...

A-61550 May 2007 95 Diagnostics - Debug tab The Debug tab allows you to store the communications between the scanner and a scanning application, as well as the images, to a file that can be reviewed later by Kodak support personnel. Logging — saves the communications between the scanner and a scanni...

96 A-61550 May 2007 • Sent To Application : normally, it is not necessary to save the images received at the scanning application from the scanner. It is suggested that you only turn this on when instructed by Kodak support personnel. - Save : normally, it is not necessary to save the images receive...

A-61550 May 2007 97 Diagnostics - Logs tab The Logs tab allows you to view scanner information. Logs • General : displays the scanner’s version information, serial number, attached/installed accessories, meters, etc. • Operator : displays the scanner’s log. This log can only be cleared by Kodak supp...

98 A-61550 May 2007 Using the ISIS Driver The ISIS Driver is software that communicates with the scanner. This driver is created and maintained by EMC Captiva and is provided with the scanner by Kodak. Many scanning applications support ISIS drivers and this driver can be used to interface with them...

A-61550 May 2007 99 Main tab The Main tab provides the following options: Image Mode Camera — the selections in the Camera box list the available sides (front and back) of an image where you can define individual image processing values. Options include: Front Image #1, Front Image #2, Back Image #1...

A-61550 May 2007 101 • Adaptive Thresholding (ATP): separates the foreground information in an image (i.e., text, graphics, lines, etc.) from the background information (i.e., white or non-white paper background). When using Adaptive Thresholding, Brightness and Contrast can be adjusted. Brightness ...

102 A-61550 May 2007 Layout tab The Layout tab provides the following options: Page Orientation — allows you to select the way you place your documents in the scanner, Top first, Bottom first, Left first or Right first . When using the Kodak i1400 Series Scanners, select Top first. Image Orientation...

A-61550 May 2007 103 Image Processing tab The Image Processing tab displays the Image Mode and Mode information that was previously described. Refer to the section entitled, “The main ISIS Driver tab” earlier in this chapter for descriptions. Document Type • Text : when the documents you want to sca...

A-61550 May 2007 105 Scanner tab The Scanner tab provides the following options. Paper Source NOTE: Flatbed options are only available if your scanner is equipped with the Kodak i1400 Series A3 Flatbed Accessory. • ADF : if you are scanning documents from the input tray. • Flatbed : if you are scann...

A-61550 May 2007 107 Auto Color Detect tab The Auto Color Detect tab provides the following options. Color Content • None • Low : documents require only a small amount of color to be saved as color or grayscale images. Used for capturing documents that are primarily black text with small logos, or c...

A-61550 May 2007 109 Adjustments tab The Adjustments tab provides the following options. Color Adjustment Red — changes the amount of red in the color image. Green — changes the amount of green in the color image. Blue — changes the amount of blue in the color image. • Adjust these settings by dragg...

A-61550 May 2007 111 Dropout tab The Dropout tab displays the Image Mode and Mode information that was previously described. Refer to the section entitled, “The main ISIS Driver tab” earlier in this chapter for descriptions. The Dropout tab is used to eliminate a form's background so that only the e...

112 A-61550 May 2007 Log tab The Log tab provides a listing of any errors that have been encountered. You can either save this information to a file by clicking the Save icon, or print the displayed information. About tab Displays information about your scanner and driver.

A-61550 May 2007 113 Scan Area dialog box The Scan Area dialog box allows you to define the amount of image data which is returned to the host. The area can be defined in Pixels , Inches or Centimeters . NOTE: Select the side and image to be defined by highlighting Front Image #1, Front Image #2 , e...

A-61550 May 2007 115 5 Document Printing This chapter provides instructions for using the Document Printer and the Enhanced Printer. The following information and procedures can be found in this guide: • Printer specifications. • Changing print positions. • Replacing the ink cartridge and ink blotte...

116 A-61550 May 2007 Printer specifications Characteristic Description Maximum lines 1 Maximum characters 40 Print locations (vertical) Set by capture software application Print orientation 0, 90, 180 or 270 degrees Font size Bold or NormalNOTE: Not all languages can support a Bold font based on the...

118 A-61550 May 2007 ENHANCED PRINTER 5. If you are installing the ink cartridge for the first time, push the connector on the printer cable firmly into the printer carrier. NOTE: If you are replacing an ink cartridge, the printer cable will already be installed and you just need to remove the print...

A-61550 May 2007 119 8. Slide the printer carrier into the desired print position. See the section entitled, “Changing print positions” later in the chapter for more information. 9. Reinstall and close the printer access door. 10. Run a print test. Printpositions

120 A-61550 May 2007 DOCUMENT PRINTER 5. If you are installing the ink cartridge for the first time, push the connector on the printer cable firmly into the printer carrier. NOTE: If you are replacing an ink cartridge, the printer cable will already be installed and you just need to remove the print...

A-61550 May 2007 121 9. Slide the printer carrier into the desired print position. See the section entitled, “Changing print positions” later in this chapter for more information. 10. Reinstall and close the printer access door. 11. Run a print test.

122 A-61550 May 2007 Changing print positions The horizontal print position can be changed manually. NOTE: Changing the print position is the same procedure whether you are using the Document Printer or the Enhanced Printer. The photos may be slightly different depending on the printer you are using...

124 A-61550 May 2007 7. Align the blotter strip in one of the channels. NOTE: Improperly aligned blotter strips may cause paper jams. 8. Press the adhesive side of the blotter strip down firmly into the channel. 9. Repeat Steps 4-8 for the other strip. 10. Lower the scanner cover and press it firmly...

A-61550 May 2007 125 Problem solving Use the list below as a guide to check possible solutions to problems you may encounter when using the printer. Problem Possible Solution Print quality is poor or inconsistent • Be sure the ink cartridge is not empty.• Be sure the ink cartridge is properly instal...

126 A-61550 May 2007 6 Maintenance Cleaning your scanner and preventative maintenance on a regular basis is required to ensure the best possible image quality. Some document types generate more paper dust and debris and may require more frequent cleaning than recommended. NOTES: • Some debris from t...

134 A-61550 May 2007 Cleaning the paper path 1. Remove the wrapping from the Transport Cleaning Sheet. 2. Adjust the paper feeder guides to fit the cleaning sheet. 3. Feed the cleaning sheet (adhesive side up) through the scanner in portrait orientation until all residue is removed from the drive ro...

138 A-61550 May 2007 so you can access the separation roller. NOTE: Use caution as the separation module is spring-loaded and will snap back if you do not hold it in place. 6. Hold onto the separator module in this position with one hand, and with the other hand remove the separator roller. 7. Gentl...

140 A-61550 May 2007 Replacing the imaging guides Replacing the upper imaging guide (for i1420 and i1440 Scanners only) 1. Open the scanner cover and locate the door on the right side of the scanner. Removing the side door will allow you to insert a screwdriver through the door opening to access the...

142 A-61550 May 2007 Replacing the lower imaging guide (for all scanner models) 1. Locate the lower imaging guide. 2. Using a Phillips Head screwdriver, loosen the screw from the lower imaging guide. 3. Slide the imaging guide out of the bracket and remove it from the scanner. 4. Discard the used im...

A-61550 May 2007 143 7 Troubleshooting Occasionally you may encounter a situation with your scanner where it may not function properly. Refer to the information in this chapter to help you resolve the situation before calling Technical Support. Indicator lights and error codes The indicator lights p...

A-61550 May 2007 147 Appendix A Specifications Scanner Type/Speed • i1410 Scanner: simplex color scanner with an automatic document feeder, 60 pages per minute (landscape) • i1420 Scanner: duplex color scanner with an automatic document feeder, 60 pages per minute (landscape) • i1440 Scanner: duplex...

148 A-61550 May 2007 Appendix B TWAIN Image Processing Terminology If you have used previous scanners from Kodak, you will notice that the user interface has been updated. Many of the image processing features you are familiar with may have been renamed or moved. The table below will help you to fin...

150 A-61550 May 2007 Appendix C Warranty - US and Canada only Congratulations on the purchase of a Kodak Scanner. Kodak Scanners are designed to provide end users with the highest performance and reliability. All Kodak Scanners are covered by the following Limited Warranty. Limited Warranty for Koda...

A-61550 May 2007 151 Warranty exclusions Kodak’s Limited Warranty does not apply to a Kodak Scanner that has been subjected to physical damage after purchase, caused, for example, by casualty, accident, acts of God or transportation, including (a) by a failure to properly package and ship the Scanne...

A-61550 May 2007 153 Packaging and shipping guidelines Purchaser must ship all warranty returns in a method that guarantees full protection of the product from shipping damage. Failure to do so will void the Kodak Scanner warranty. Kodak advises the purchaser to keep the original box and packing mat...

154 A-61550 May 2007 Included with selected Kodak Scanners is a Limited Warranty Registration card and a Limited Warranty Summary card. The Limited Warranty Summary card is specific by model. The Limited Warranty Summary card contains important warranty information, including the model number and th...

A-61550 May 2007 155 The AUR provides advance replacement on specific failed or broken Kodak Scanner. To be eligible to take advantage of the AUR, the eligible purchaser must obtain an RMA number, sign an Advance Replacement Agreement and provide a credit card deposit to secure the replacement produ...

156 A-61550 May 2007 Important restrictions Eligibility: The Advance Exchange Program and the Depot Service are available to eligible purchasers in the fifty (50) United States, and On-Site Service is available in the contiguous forty-eight (48) states and in certain areas of Alaska and Hawaii for p...