Page 4 - Contents
Contents 1 How to use the scanner ......................................................................................2 Scanner setup and initialization .............................................................................2Where to get additional information ..................................
Page 5 - Scanner setup and initialization
1 How to use the scanner This manual describes how to use the HP Scanjet 4800 series scanner and itsaccessories, resolve installation problems, and reach customer support. Scanner setup and initialization To set up your scanner and install the scanning software, see the setup postershipped with your...
Page 6 - Front panel and accessories overview; Front panel buttons; Scanning overview; Scan from the scanner front panel buttons
Front panel and accessories overview This section presents an overview of the scanner front panel and the transparentmaterials adapter (TMA). Front panel buttons Icon Feature name Description Scan button Scans pictures, graphics, documents, or objects. Scan Film button Scans transparent positives (s...
Page 7 - Scan pictures and documents; Select original type — document or picture
Scan from the HP Solution Center Scan from the HP Solution Center when you want more control during the scanningprocess, such as when you want to preview the image before the final scan, use moreadvanced features, or change scan settings.To start the HP Solution Center:1. Do one of the following:a. ...
Page 8 - Scan documents
Note If you want to preview scans before they are sent to their destination, select Show Preview in the HP Scanning dialog box. Also see Preview a scanned image in the onscreen Help. 1. Place the original face down on the scanner glass, as indicated by the referencemarks, and then close the lid. 2. ...
Page 9 - Scan multiple pictures with one scan
Note If you want to preview scans before they are sent to their destination, select Show Preview in the HP Scanning dialog box, or begin your scan from HP Solution Center. Also see Preview a scanned image in the onscreen Help. 1. Place the original face down on the scanner glass, as indicated by the...
Page 11 - Scan negatives — HP Scanjet 4850
3. Remove the negative strip holder, if present, from the slide holder. 4. Place the slides into the slide holder. Insert the slides with the top of the slidespointing up and with the front of the slides facing you. 5. Close the scanner lid. Note Make sure that the slides are flat and do not overlap...
Page 13 - Scan positives (such as 35 mm slides) — HP Scanjet 4890
6. Close the scanner lid. 7. Press the Scan Film button ( ) on the scanner, or click Scan Film in HP Solution Center. 8. Select Picture . 9. Select Scan negatives using the Transparent Materials Adapter (TMA) . If you want to preview the scanned picture, select the Show Preview check box on the scre...
Page 15 - Scan negatives — HP Scanjet 4890
Scan negatives — HP Scanjet 4890 The transparent materials adapter (TMA) is built into the scanner lid. Slides,negatives, and medium- and large-format film have their own unique media holderscalled “templates.” The templates are rectangular frames that you can use to optimallyplace your media for sc...
Page 16 - Tips for scanning transparent items
Note If a light shield is provided, use the negative light shield to cover the remaining area in the in the negative holder if you are scanning fewer thanthe maximum number of negative frames with the TMA. This ensures thatno extra light leaks into the scan. 4. Snap shut any open doors on the templa...
Page 17 - Make copies; Share a scanned document or picture
● To scan positives, such as 35 mm slides, or negatives by using the TMA, pressthe Scan Film button ( ) on the top of the scanner, or click Scan Film in HP Solution Center. ● When cropping images, completely remove the borders to reduce excess lightinterference. A cropped image from a slide Make cop...
Page 18 - Change scan settings
Note If Show Preview was selected, you must click the Accept button in the preview screen to initiate the scan. When prompted, click Yes to scan additional pictures, or click No to send the scanned image(s) to the specified location. 6. Do one of the following depending on the destination that you s...
Page 19 - Care and maintenance; Clean the scanner glass; Clean the transparent materials adapter (TMA)
2 Care and maintenance Occasional cleaning of your scanner helps ensure higher-quality scans. The amountof care necessary depends upon several factors, including the amount of use, and theenvironment. You should perform routine cleaning as necessary.For all care and maintenance procedures required f...
Page 20 - Troubleshooting; Scanner installation or setup problems; Uninstall and reinstall the software; Check the cables
3 Troubleshooting This section contains solutions for common problems with the scanner and thetransparent materials adapter (TMA). Scanner installation or setup problems This section contains solutions for installation and setup problems. Uninstall and reinstall the software The problem might have o...
Page 21 - Scanner initialization or hardware problems; Reset the scanner
Cable type Action cable to the scanner and then turn on the computer, inthat order. USB cable The USB cable is connected between the scanner and thecomputer. ● Use the cable that was included with the scanner.Another USB cable might not be compatible with thescanner. ● Ensure that the USB cable is s...
Page 22 - Scanner has stopped working properly
correctly connected, verify that the scanner is turned on, and then test the scanner byusing the following procedure:1. Disconnect the USB cable and power cable from the scanner. 2. Reconnect the USB cable and power cable to the scanner. The carriage on the scanner will move forward and backward app...
Page 23 - Accessibility Web site
4 Product support Accessibility Web site Customers with disabilities can get help by visiting www.hp.com/hpinfo/community/ accessibility/prodserv/ . HP Scanjet Web site Visit www.hp.com for a variety of information: ● Learn tips for scanning more effectively and creatively. ● Gain access to HP Scanj...
Page 25 - Scanner specifications; Transparent materials adapter (TMA) specifications
5 Regulatory information and product specifications This section contains regulatory information and product specifications for the HPScanjet 4800 series scanner and accessories. Scanner specifications Name Description Scanner type Flatbed with transparent materials adapter (TMA) Size HP Scanjet 485...
Page 26 - Environmental specifications
Name Description Up to sixteen 35 mm slides, 30 negative frames, 6medium-format film, or 1 large-format film for HPScanjet 4890 Media capacity Slide: 1.05 mm to 3.26 mm thick and 49.8 mm to 50.8mm on any side Size 287 mm x 84 mm x 50 mm (11.3 x 3.3 x 1.97 inches) Power requirements 24 Volts/20mA max...
