English Quick Start Guide Be sure to install the software programs before connecting the scanner to the computer! Setup and Scanning p. 3 Windows p. 4 Macintosh p. 5 Unlock the Scanning Unit p. 6 Connect the Scanner p. 7 Try Scanning p. 8 Check the Package Contents Install the Software Try the Additional Features Using the Scanner Buttons p.11 Scanning Film p. 12 Please read this guide before operating this scanner.
Guide to the Manuals Guide to the Manuals Open the Package Quick Start Guide (this guide) This guide describes a series of basic processes from opening the package to using the scanner. READ THIS GUIDE FIRST! Scanning Guide (HTML format manual) HTML Refer to this guide when you have finished setting up the scanner according to the procedures in the Quick Start Guide. It describes how to utilize the scanner with the bundled software, and how to solve problems when they occur.
Check the Package Contents English Check the Package Contents Scanner and Accessories AC Adapter CanoScan 8400F USB Interface Cable Film Guides (for 35 mm film strip and slides) Film Guides (for 120 format film) Documents and Software Programs • Quick Start Guide (this guide) • Additional Documents • CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM • The two figures in the brackets below indicate the respective sizes of the Windows/ Macintosh versions of the software.
Install the Software (Windows) Install the Software Windows (Windows) • If you are running Windows XP or Windows 2000 Professional with multiple user accounts, you should log on with an administrator user name when installing or uninstalling software programs. 1 Turn the computer on. If the "Found New Hardware Wizard" or "Add New Hardware Wizard" appears, click [Cancel]. 2 Place the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM in the drive.
Install the Software (Macintosh) Macintosh (Macintosh) English Install the Software 1 Turn the computer on. Make sure to log in with the first created administrator to install the software. You cannot install the software when logged in using added administrator accounts. 2 Place the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM in the drive. 3 Double-click the CD-ROM icon. 4 Double-click the [SetUp] icon. After you select your language, the CanoScan Setup Utility main menu will display.
Unlock the Scanning Unit Unlock the Scanning Unit • Unlock the scanning unit before connecting the scanner to the computer. If it is left locked, a malfunction or other problem may occur. • Do not tilt the scanner more than 90 degrees from horizontal when releasing the lock. • When locking the scanner, do not lift up the back and tilt the front (scanner button location) downward. You may be unable to set the lock. 1 Peel the seals off the scanner. 2 Gently turn the scanner over.
Connect the Scanner English Connect the Scanner • Make sure that the scanning unit is unlocked. (P. 6) 1 Attach the FAU cable to the FAU connector on the back of the scanner (c). 2 Connect the scanner to the computer with the supplied USB interface cable (d). USB Connector Wide Flat Connector USB Interface Cable Small Square Connector 3 Attach the supplied AC adapter to the scanner. 4 Press ( I ) to turn the power on.
Try Scanning Try Scanning The following steps explain how to scan with ArcSoft PhotoStudio. Top • Make sure that the power switch is turned on. Bottom 1 Place a photo or a picture on the glass Alignment Mark by aligning its top edge with the alignment mark, and close the document cover. Windows 2 Select [Start], [Programs] or [All Programs], [ArcSoft PhotoStudio 5.5] and [PhotoStudio 5.5].
Try Scanning 3 Click the [File] menu and choose [Select Source]. English Select your scanner model name and click the [Select] button for Windows or the [OK] button for Macintosh. • After you set this setting the first time, you do not need to set it from the second time onward with the same scanner. • You will need to reset this setting if you select a different scanner or a digital camera. 4 Click the Acquire icon and select [Acquire]. or click the [File] menu ScanGear CS will start.
Try Scanning 8 Select the [Output Size]. You can select from the following options. • If you selected [Print (300 dpi)] in Step 7: Flexible / 4"x6" / A4 / Letter / Add/Delete • If you selected [Image display (150 dpi)] in Step 7: Flexible / 640 x 480 / 800 x 600 / 1024 x 768 / 1600 x 1200 / 2048 x 1536 / Add/Delete With the [Flexible] option, the scan area enclosed by the dotted line (cropping frame) will be scanned at the same scale as the original. You can change the cropping frame.
Using the Scanner Buttons You can use the four convenient buttons on the front of the scanner to scan and perform related tasks easily with a single touch of the button. Place an item on the scanner before pressing a button. • To use these buttons, ScanGear CS, CanoScan Toolbox, ArcSoft PhotoStudio and Presto! PageManager (Windows)/Acrobat Reader (Macintosh) should be installed from the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM. COPY Button To print (copy) the scanned image with a printer: 1 Press the [COPY] button.
Scanning Film Scanning Film You can scan 35 mm film (film strip or slides) and 120 format film with this scanner. Positioning the Film Use the following procedures to insert the film into the Film Guide. • Make sure that the FAU Cable is connected to the FAU connector on the back of the scanner. 1 Remove the protective sheet from the document cover. Press and hold the lever at the top of the protective sheet while you c pull the sheet outward and d detach it.
Scanning Film • Hold the film by the edges with your fingertips to avoid getting fingerprints or dirt on the film surface. • Use a blower brush to remove any dust from the film, document glass or light source unit. • Do not block the calibration slot on the Film Guide when you are scanning film. Colors will not be scanned correctly if the calibration slot is obstructed. 35mm Film Strip c Open the film holder on the film guide, place the film face down and close the film holder.
Scanning Film 120 Format Films c Open the film holder on the film guide, place the film face down and close the film holder. d Align the Film Guide’s tab with the FILM symbol on the document glass of the scanner. • Leave a gap of 5/8" (15 mm) or greater between film strips when placing two or more on the document glass. • Ensure that there is no gap between the edge of the film and the film guide on the side near the calibration shot.
Scanning Film English Scanning Film The following steps explain how to scan the film with ArcSoft PhotoStudio. 1 Press the power switch on the scanner’s left side to set it to the ( I ) position. 2 Start ArcSoft PhotoStudio. Refer to step 2 on page 7. 3 Start ScanGear CS. Refer to step 4 on page 8. 4 Select the [Select Source]. You can select from the following options for films. Negative Film (Color) / Positive Film (Color) 5 Click [Preview]. ScanGear CS will display the preview image(s).
Scanning Film 8 Select the [Output Size]. You can select from the following options. • If you selected [Print (300 dpi)] in Step 7: Flexible / 4"x6" / A4 / Letter / Add/Delete • If you selected [Image display (150 dpi)] in Step 7: Flexible / 640 x 480 / 800 x 600 / 1024 x 768 / 1600 x 1200 / 2048 x 1536 / Add/Delete [Flexible] is selected in this example. The Flexible option scans at an enlarged size equivalent to the 4" x 6" size.
Specifications English Specifications CanoScan 8400F Scanner Type Scanning Element Light Source Optical Resolution Selectable Resolution Scanning Bit Depth Scanning Speed*2 (Photo or Document) Scanning Speed*2 (Film) Color Grayscale Color Grayscale, B&W Color, GrayScale, B&W 16 bit input / 16 bit or 8 bit output *1 10.8 msec./line (1600 dpi), 10.8 msec./line (3200 dpi) 10.8 msec./line (1600 dpi), 10.8 msec./line (3200 dpi) 10.8 - 54 msec./line (1600 dpi) Approximately 2.1 sec.
System Information System Information This form should be used to record the operating environment for the purchased scanner. If any problems occur with the scanner, you will need this information when you contact our Customer Support Help Desk. Be sure to record the information and store it in a safe location. • This information is also required to request a repair under warranty. Make sure you record the information and store it in a safe location.
