User guide

UMAX Astra 2000U/P Owner’s Guide
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CAUTION:
Make sure the surface is flat. Operating your
scanner on an uneven surface can damage the internal
components.
•
Turn your computer off. Unplug the computer’s power cable
from the electrical outlet.
Connecting the Hardware Interface Cables
If your computer has a USB port, follow the instructions in the
“
Connecting the USB Cable
” section to connect the scanner to your
computer.
If your computer has a parallel port, follow the instructions in the
“
Connecting the Parallel Cable
” section to connect the scanner to
your computer.
Connecting the USB Cable
The instructions for connecting the hardware interface cable are
different for PC and Macintosh users. Refer to the section below
that applies to your computer type.
PC Connection
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Locate the USB cable that is provided. Plug one end of this
cable firmly into the USB port on the back of the computer.
USB Connector Port
USB Connector Port