Page 2 - Image Scanner
Page 5 - IMPORTANT NOTE TO USERS
i IMPORTANT NOTE TO USERS READ CAREFULLY ALL OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.IF NOT USED CORRECTLY, UNEXPECTED DAMAGES MAY BE CAUSED TOTHE USERS OR THE BYSTANDERS. While all efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of all information in thismanual, FUJITSU assumes no liability to any p...
Page 6 - Preface
ii Preface This manual explains how to use the fi-4990C image scanner. This scannercan be equipped with an optional endorser; however, Illustrations in thismanual do not include the endorser except those in Chapter 5. For detailsof the endorser, refer to its Operator Guide. This manual contains COMP...
Page 7 - Conventions
iii Special information, such as warnings, cautions, and notes are indicated asfollows: WARNINGWARNING indicates that serious personal injury may result if you do not followa procedure correctly. CAUTIONCAUTION indicates that minor personal injury, loss of data, or damage to thescanner may result if...
Page 8 - CONTENTS
v CONTENTS q CHAPTER 1 COMPONENTSChecking the Components ......................................................... 1-1Units and Assemblies ................................................................ 1-2Operator Panel .......................................................................... 1-5...
Page 9 - CHAPTER; CHAPTER
vii COMPONENTS INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTION DOCUMENT SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS SETUP, BROWSE, AND TEST MODES GLOSSARY OF TERMS INDEX CHAPTER 1 CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 3 CHAPTER 4 CHAPTER 5 CHAPTER 6 GLOSSARY OF TERMS SETUP, BROWSE, AND TEST MODES COMPONENTS INSTALLATION AND CONNEC...
Page 10 - COMPONENTS; Checking the Components
COMPONENTS After unpacking the scanner, confirm that all the components have beenreceived. This chapter describes the components of the scanner, partnames, and operator panel arrangement and their function. Checking the Components Units and Assemblies Operator Panel Buzzer CHAPTER 1 02C1.P65 01.2.17...
Page 12 - Units and Assemblies; Units
1-2 Units and Assemblies This section shows the exterior view and assemblies of the scanner. This section also provides namesof each part and describes their functions. Units 7 6 2 1 16 17 18 19 15 14 13 12 10 9 8 5 4 11 3 17 4 7 22 20 21 03C1.P65 01.2.17, 5:42 PM 2
Page 14 - Assemblies
1-4 Assemblies Guide plate Pad Lower sheet guide assembly Lamp unit (back side) Lamp Brake roller Pick roller unit Lamp Lamp unit (front side) 03C1.P65 01.2.17, 5:42 PM 4
Page 15 - Arrangement; Operator Panel
1-5 Arrangement Operator panel The operator panel is located at the lower right hand side of the scanner. The panel consists of anLCD (24 character x 2 line), LEDs, and buttons. Operator Panel DATA CHECK POWER MENU ENTER CANCEL F1 F2 F3 LCD 24 characters x 2 lines 03C1.P65 01.2.17, 5:42 PM 5
Page 16 - Button/LED Function; LCD Display
1-6 Button/LED Function LED Function Lights when the power is on. Lights when the image buffer contains data. Blinks when an equipment error occurs. Button name Function Turns on or off the power when the main line switch is set to “I”. Sets the scanner in setup or browse mode. It is also used to se...
Page 18 - Buzzer; Sound condition
1-8 Buzzer Sound condition Function Error occurred Sounds continuously. The buzzer turns off when any button is pressed or thepower is turned off. Even when a button is pressed, the scanner continuesto display the error. Button pressed Sounds briefly. This sound cannot be disabled by the buzzer setu...
Page 19 - The chapter describes how to install and connect the scanner.; Precautions; INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
The chapter describes how to install and connect the scanner. Precautions Inspection Cable Connection INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2 CHAPTER 04C2.P65 01.2.17, 5:43 PM 1
Page 21 - Inspection
2-2 This section describes how to check the labels. Label A (An example) Inspection Label C Label A Label B Three labels 05C2.P65 01.2.17, 5:43 PM 2
Page 23 - Cable Connection; Turning the main line switch off
2-4 Cable Connection Connect the power cable to the power inlet of the device and a power outlet. This section describes how to connect the cables. Connect the cables as follows: Press “O” side of the main line switch to turn the power off. Turning the main line switch off Connecting the power cable...
Page 24 - Connecting the interface cable
2-5 Connect the appropriate SCSI interface cables and secure them with hooks or screws. NOTE • SCSI-ID is set to No. 5 at shipment. Refer to Chapter 6 when changing the setting. Connecting the interface cable Interface cable for SCSI Interface connector for SCSI Back – side 05C2.P65 01.2.17, 5:43 PM...
Page 25 - Attach the stop lever to the scanner.
2-6 Insert the stop lever to the scanner. (Into the gap in the stacker) Attach the stop lever to the scanner. 05C2.P65 01.2.17, 5:43 PM 6
Page 26 - OPERATING INSTRUCTION
This chapter describes how to turn the power on, and also de-scribes how to operate the operator panel (basic operation).Refer to Reference Guide about information on loading document andopening/closing the upper transport unit. Turning the Power On Basic Operation of the Operator Panel OPERATING IN...
Page 27 - Turning the Power On
3-1 3 This section describes how to turn the power on. Press “I” side of the main line switch located at the back of the scanner. Press the power switch ofthe operator panel. The power goes on and the green POWER lamp at the operator panel lights. Turning the Power On Power switch Operator panel Mai...
Page 28 - Basic Operation of the Operator Panel; Displaying detailed information if an error occurred
3-2 Basic Operation of the Operator Panel This section describes basic operation of the operator panel including how to enter the mode selec-tion mode in which you can use setup mode, browse mode, and test mode. Displaying detailed information if an error occurred If an error occurs, the CHECK LED b...
Page 29 - Lifting or lowering the hopper
3-3 Lifting or lowering the hopper When the scanner has no error (the CHECK LED does not light), pressing lifts the hopper and pressing lowers the hopper. CAUTION During hopper height adjustment, do not touch the hopper table or do not putanything on the hopper table to prevent your fingers from bei...
Page 30 - Clearing a consumable life alarm
3-4 Clearing a consumable life alarm This scanner has the consumable counter to estimate consumable life of the scanner. When theconsumable counter reaches the prescribed value, the LCD indicates an alarm that the consum-able may be expired. For example, the following message appears: Consumable lif...
Page 31 - Confirming the number of sheets processed by the scanner; Value
3-5 Confirming the number of sheets processed by the scanner The LCD indicates the numbers of sheets scanned during online or in test mode (offline feed test).The LCD indicates the numbers as follows: Scanning AAAAAAAA MMMM Value Meaning Description AAAAAAAA Abrasion counter Eight columns of numbers...
Page 33 - Using the setup, browse, and test modes
3-7 Using the setup, browse, and test modes This scanner has the setup mode, browse mode, and test mode to ease operation for customizingthe scanner, glancing setup conditions of the scanner, and testing the scanner offline respectively. There are two ways to enter these modes:• Press MENU when the ...
Page 35 - Transition of operator panel status and display
3-9 Transition of operator panel status and display The following outlines the transition of status and display of the operator panel. POWER ON Mode select screen (Setup and Browse) MENU Setup mode Browse mode Test mode CANCEL Turn power off to quit. Ready (normal mode) POWER ON with MENU ON Mode se...
Page 37 - DOCUMENT SPECIFICATION
DOCUMENT SPECIFICATION This chapter describes the document size and document qualityof the scanner. Document Size Document Quality Document Limitations Grounding Color Area Drop-out Color Job separation Sheet CHAPTER 4 08C4.P65 01.2.17, 5:44 PM 1
Page 38 - Document Size; Minimum
4-1 A B Feeding Direction Document Size The following figure shows document sizes that the scanner can read. Minimum Maximum B A A7 size= 74 (2.9 in) x 105 (4.1 in):Available in both portraitand landscape orientations (Unit : mm) fi-4990C 297 (11.7 in) Scanner 432 (17 in) 09C4.P65 01.2.17, 5:44 PM 1
Page 39 - Document Quality; Paper types of documents; Ream weight of paper
4-2 Document Quality This section describes paper types of documents and ream weights of paper available for the scan-ner, and precautions. Paper types of documents The recommended paper types of documents are as follows: NOTE Please use the specified paper. (In rare occasion, double feeding or docu...
Page 42 - Document Limitations; Areas that must not be perforated
4-5 Document Limitations This section describes restrictions on document used for the scanner. Areas that must not be perforated Perforatins are prohibited in the shaded area of Figure 4.1 to avoid document size detection error orjob separation sheet detection error or jam. 113 (4.45") 134 (5.28...
Page 43 - Print phohibit areas on the front and back surfaces
4-6 Print phohibit areas on the front and back surfaces Printing in area A on the front of a document may, in a rare case, cause a document size detectionerror. Printing in area B on the front and back of document may, in a rare case, result in a double feed error. Figure 4.2 shows print prohibit ar...
Page 44 - Grounding Color Area
4-7 Grounding Color Area As Figure 4.3 shows, the top 3-mm part of the read area on each surface should be left blank(grounding color) by specifying a drop-out color. If the drop-out color cannot be specified, select“Photo” for the document type (linedrawing or photograph). For details of the drop-o...
Page 45 - Print density measurement; Drop-out color standards
4-8 Drop-out Color A drop-out color is a color visible by a human eye but not visible to the scanner. To check the grounding color of document for a drop-out color, use the method and follow thestandards given below. Print density measurement The spectrum chart shown in Figure 4.4 is used to measure...
Page 46 - Job Separation Sheet; Shape; Document type
4-9 Job Separation Sheet Shape The following Figure 4.5 shows the shape of the document. Figure 4.5 Shape of document Document type The document type and ream weight specifications given in Section 4-2 apply. However, the document size shall be A4 or larger (210 mm (8.27”) or more wider). 15 (0.59&#...
Page 47 - SPECIFICATIONS; Installation Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS This chapter describes the installation specifications, externaldimensions, consumables, option. Installation Specifications External Dimensions Consumables Options CHAPTER 5 10C5.P65 01.2.17, 5:44 PM 1
Page 48 - Item
5-1 The following table lists the installation specifications of the scanner. Installation Specifications Item Specification 590 (23.2 in) 690 (27.2 in) 540 (21.3 in) without optional endorser 610 (24.0 in) with optional endorser Temperature 15 to 35°C -20 to 60°C (60 to 95°F) (-4 to 140°F) Phases S...
Page 49 - External Dimensions
5-2 External Dimensions (unit: mm) 11C5.P65 01.2.17, 5:45 PM 2
Page 50 - Consumables; Name
5-3 Consumables The following table lists consumables used for the scanner. Be sure to keep some consumables in stock.Customer is responsible to change these items periodically. The consumable counter can be used to checkthe number of scanned documents. (See page 3-4, 6-22.) Name Specification Servi...
Page 51 - Options
5-4 Options Contact your Fujitsu sales agent for more information. The following table lists options of this scanner. Name Specification Remark Endorser CA04315-D201 Ink jet printing method• Back-side print• Max. 33 characters 11C5.P65 01.2.17, 5:45 PM 4
Page 53 - Functions not available in setup mode; Functions not available in browse mode
6-1 Setup, Browse, and Test Modes This scanner has the setup mode, browse mode, and test mode to ease setting up.• Setup mode for customizing the scanner for user requirements• Browse mode for glancing setup conditions of the scanner• Test mode for testing the scanner offline There are two ways to e...
Page 54 - Activating the Setup or Browse Mode; Ready; Button functions in setup or browse mode
6-2 Activating the Setup or Browse Mode To activate the setup mode, follow these steps: 1. While the LCD is indicating “Ready”, press MENU . The <<MODE SELECT>> screen appears with“SETUP” blinking. 2. Press ENTER . The <<SETUP MODE>> initial screen (*) appears. 3. Press ENTER...
Page 55 - pressed in Ready status)
6-3 Mode selection ( MENU pressed in Ready status) POWER ON Ready <<MODE SELECT>> SETUP BROWSE <<SETUP MODE>> <<BROWSE MODE>> CANCEL ENTER ENTER CANCEL ENTER ENTER <<SETUP MODE>> XXXXX <<BROWSE MODE>> XXXXX CANCEL ENTER CANCEL ENTER CANCEL ...
Page 56 - Contents of the Setup or Browse Mode
6-4 Contents of the Setup or Browse Mode This section describes the contents of the setup mode.The setup mode can be classified into 35 types. Remarks The selection set by the host computer cannotbe changed. The selection set by the host computer cannotbe changed. • Overrides the selection set by th...
Page 58 - Transition of screens in setup mode
6-6 <<SETUP MODE>> Paper Length Check <<SETUP MODE>> Paper Thickness Check <<SETUP MODE>> Langage <<SETUP MODE>> ENTER ENTER CANCEL ENTER/CANCEL <<SETUP MODE>> SETUP BROWSE ENTER CANCEL ENTER ENTER/CANCEL ENTER ENTER/CANCEL Setup mode menu ...
Page 59 - Paper length check
6-7 Paper length check This function sets and detects a difference in paper length. You cannot change settings if they are set bythe host computer. Remarks Checked or notDifference:XX mm means that it is not regarded as anerror when the actual difference of paper lengthis within the limits of ±XX mm...
Page 60 - Doublefeed check
6-8 <<SETUP MODE>> Doublefeed Check <<SETUP MODE>> Paper Length Check Ready 6. When the desired value appears, press ENTER to save the change. The LCD returns to the <<SETUP MODE>>menu screen (Paper Length Check). 7. Press CANCEL two times. The LCD returns to the ...
Page 64 - Skew check
6-12 Skew check This function determines if abnormal skew is detected or not. You cannot change the setting if it isset by the host computer. Remarks LCD display Skew Check Options On, Off (Default: Off) The following is an example of operation when you use this function. 1. In <<SETUP MODE>...
Page 66 - Paper types and corresponding pattern numbers
6-14 NOTE When you set from the Function Key, thedialogue appears whether you want to save therevised data.If you want to save the process, press “ENTER”key.And if you do not want to save the process,press “CANCEL”key. 6. Press CANCEL two times. The LCD retarns to the Ready screen. Ready Paper types...
Page 67 - Reading parameter validity; Important
6-15 Reading parameter validity Documentselection X r patterns X Contrast X Automaticseparation X Conversion X Sharpness X Outlineextraction X SimplifiedDTC X Valid Invalid Reading parameter Readingmode X Resolution X Line-art/Photo X Halftone X Valid Invalid Reading parameter Important When scaned ...
Page 68 - Hopper height
6-16 The following is an example of operation when you use this function. 1. In <<SETUP MODE>> initial screen, press ENTER . The <<SETUP MODE>> menu screen (PaperLength Check) appears. 2. Press repeatedly until “Hopper Height” appears in the lower line of the menu screen. 3. ...
Page 69 - Paper separation level
6-17 If an error occurs during positioning, press CANCEL . The LCD returns to the option select screen. Repeat step 4. 5. Press CANCEL three times. The LCD returns to the Ready screen. After this setting, the hopper is set at the newheight whenever power is turned on. Ready Paper separation level Th...
Page 70 - Set “braking power” according to the table below.
6-18 1. In <<SETUP MODE>> initial screen, press ENTER . The <<SETUP MODE>> menu screen (PaperLength Check) appears. 2. Press repeatedly until “Paper Separation Level” appears in the lower line of the menuscreen. 3. Press ENTER . The option select screen appears with thecurren...
Page 73 - Background changeover
6-21 6. When the desired option appears, press ENTER to save the change. The LCD returns to the <<SETUP MODE>>menu screen (Drop-out Color). 7. Press CANCEL two times. The LCD returns to the Ready screen. <<SETUP MODE>> Drop-out Color Ready Background changeover This function ...
Page 74 - Consumable counter; Background Changeover
6-22 Consumable counter This function displays or sets a value of the counter which informs the user of the life (replacementcycle) of a consumable. When the number of sheets fed reaches the set value, an alarm occurs. Setthis value according to types of paper you use. When using fine paper, the sta...
Page 76 - Consumable counter reset
6-24 Consumable counter reset This function is to be used when the consumable parts are replaced before the accumulated value ofthe consumable conter reaches to the setting value. NOTE You cannot use this function when the setup mode is brought by pressing “MENU” in the Readystatus. Remarks YES: Res...
Page 77 - Consumable Counter Reset; Consumable alarm mode
6-25 Finished resetting!! <<SETUP MODE>> Consumable Counter Reset 5. When the desired option appears, press ENTER to resetting the Consumable Counter.The LCD returns to the <<SETUP MODE>>menu screen (Consumable Counter Reset). 6. To quit the <<SETUP MODE>>, turn o...
Page 80 - Buzzer volume
6-28 Buzzer Volume Min n n n q q q Max Buzzer volume This function sets the sound volume of the buzzer in seven steps. NOTE This setting is valid both for occurrence of an error and for press of an operator panel button. Remarks Minimum to (seven steps)Maximum LCD display Buzzer Volume Options q q q...
Page 81 - LCD contrast
6-29 5. When the desired option appears, press ENTER to save the change. The LCD returns to the <<SETUP MODE>>menu screen (Buzzer Volume). 6. Press CANCEL two times. The LCD returns to the Ready screen. <<SETUP MODE>> Buzzer Volume Ready LCD contrast This function sets the co...
Page 82 - Set “picking speed” according to the table below.; Picking speed
6-30 Picking speed Fast (factory default) Middle Slow “Mis-pick” frequently occurs. Make the pickingspeed slow. Set “picking speed” according to the table below. 4. Press or . The displayed option changes ( n n n q q q to n n n n n n , q q q q q q or n q q q q q ). 5. When the desired option appears...
Page 89 - Manual feed timeout
6-37 Manual Feed Timeout 10 S <<SETUP MODE>> Manual Feed Timeout Manual feed timeout This function sets the waiting time from when the host computer issues a scan command to whenpaper is manually put on the hopper. A manual feed timeout error occurs if this time elapses withoutputting pa...
Page 90 - Paper pick retry
6-38 1. In <<SETUP MODE>> initial screen, press ENTER . The <<SETUP MODE>> menu screen (PaperLength Check) appears. 2. Press repeatedly until “Paper Pick retry” appears in the lower line of the menu screen. 3. Press ENTER . The option select screen appears with thecurrent set...
Page 91 - Paper feed retry
6-39 <<SETUP MODE>> Paper Pick retry Ready Paper Pick retry Step: 2 Times: 7 5. Press or . The displayed option changes (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,7). 6. When the desired value appears, press ENTER to save the change. The LCD returns to the <<SETUP MODE>>menu screen (Paper Pick retry)...
Page 92 - Function key; Paper Feed retry
6-40 Function key This function allocates setup functions to F1 , F2 , and F3 buttons. You can allocate up to three setup functions. NOTE • You cannot use this function when the setup mode is brought by pressing MENU in the Ready status. • You cannot allocate the following functions: TP_IF Baud Rate...
Page 94 - Setup mode lock
6-42 Setup mode lock This function inhibits the operator panel from entering setup mode from normal mode, protecting theoperator panel from misoperation. Once the operator panel is locked, you cannot use the setup itemsexcept those allocated to the F1 , F2 , and F3 buttons. NOTE You cannot use this ...
Page 98 - Interface board slot
6-46 5. When the desired option appears, press ENTER to save the change. The LCD returns to the <<SETUP MODE>>menu screen (White follower mode). 6. To quit the <<SETUP MODE>>, turn off thepower. <<SETUP MODE>> White follower mode 1. In <<SETUP MODE>> i...
Page 99 - SCSI bus width setting
6-47 Interface Board Slot SLOT 1 <<SETUP MODE>> Interface board Slot Interface Board Slot AUTO SCSI bus width setting This function sets the interface of the device by the type of SCSI board mounted in the host computer.Set the 16 bit (Default) when the Ultra Wide SCSI Cards is mounted a...
Page 100 - SCSI Bus Width setting
6-48 1. In <<SETUP MODE>> initial screen, press ENTER . The <<SETUP MODE>> menu screen (PaperLength Check) appears. 2. Press repeatedly until “SCSI Bus Width Setting” appears in the lower line of the menuscreen. 3. Press ENTER . The option select screen appears with thecurren...
Page 101 - Activating the Test Mode; T Please wait; Button functions in test mode
6-49 Activating the Test Mode To activate the test mode: 1. Turning power on with MENU pressed. The LCD indicates “Please wait” then “<<MODESELECT>>” with “SETUP” blinking. 2. Press twice. “TEST” blinks (blinking indicates “selectable). 3. Press ENTER . The <<TEST MODE>> init...
Page 102 - Mode selection (power on with MENU pressed)
6-50 POWER ON with MENU ON <<MODE SELECT>> SETUP BROWSE TEST <<MODE SELECT>> SETUP BROWSE TEST <<MODE SELECT>> SETUP BROWSE TEST <<SETUP MODE>> <<BROWSE MODE>> ENTER CANCEL CANCEL ENTER ENTER <<TEST MODE>> CANCEL ENTER ENTER <...
Page 103 - Contents of the Test Mode
6-51 Test item Description Offline feed test Scans sheets continuously for checking conditions of paper feeding. * Endorser test Implements the Endorser‘s Print test. Options Displays the options installed in the scanner. Device life Displays the accumulative number of sheets fed and the accumulativ...
Page 104 - Offline feed test
6-52 1. Put sheets of paper on the hopper table. 2. In the <<TEST MODE>> initial screen, press ENTER . The <<TEST MODE>> menu screen (OfflineFeed Test) appears. 3. Press ENTER again. The scanning parameters screen indicates thecurrent parameters with START blinking (blinkingi...
Page 107 - Device life
6-55 1. In the <<TEST MODE>> initial screen, press ENTER . The <<TEST MODE>> menu screen (OfflineFeed Test) appears. 2. Press two times. The <<TEST MODE>> menu screen (DeviceLife) appears. 3. Press ENTER . The current value display screen appears.You can estimate ...
Page 109 - GLOSSARY OF TERMS
GL-1 GLOSSARY OF TERMS A4 size A standard paper size used in Japan and other countries. Paper size is 210 x 297 mm (8.25 x 11.6 inches). ASCII The acronym for American Standard Code for Information Interchange.ASCII is a set of 128 codes (numbered 0 to 127) used to communicate information between a ...
Page 115 - INDEX
IN-1 Abrasion counter 3-5Activating the Setup or Browse Mode 6-2Test Mode 6-49 ADF release lever 1-3Ambient condition 5-1Arrangement 1-5Assemblies 1-4Automatic document feeder (ADF) 1-3 Background chageover 6-21Basic Operation of the Operator Panel 3-2 Batch counter 3-5Brake roller 1-3, 1-4, 5-3Brak...
Page 120 - This manual uses recycled paper.
This manual uses recycled paper. C150-E192-01EN fi-4990C Image Scanner Operator's Guide fi-4990C Image Scanner Operator's Guide
