English ScanGear Toolbox 3.
Warning When you use this product, you should pay attention to the following legal issues. • Scanning of certain documents, such as bank notes (bank bills), government bonds and public certificates, may be prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil liability. • You may be required under law to obtain authorization from a person possessing copyrights or other legal rights to the item being scanned.
How to Use the Buttons in this Guide A j symbol in the text marks a link to a page related to that topic. Click the j to jump to that page. Chapter 1 Toolbox Basics Toolbox Buttons (1/2) This topic introduces the buttons contained in the Toolbox’s main window. See j Chapter 2 “Using the Toolbox” for the instructions to adjust each button’s settings. Mail After scanning, it starts a linked mail program and creates a new message with the image file attached. Click this button to jump to the Index.
Contents (1/2) How to Use the Buttons in this Guide ............................ 3 Contents.......................................................................... 4 Chapter 1 Toolbox Basics What is the Toolbox? ...................................................... 6 Installing the Program .................................................... 7 System Requirements ............................................................ 7 Installing the Toolbox ........................................................
Contents (2/2) Chapter 4 Useful Hints Selecting a Scanner ....................................................... 34 Linking to Other Application Programs ........................ 35 Appendices File Formats ................................................................... 37 Uninstalling the Toolbox ............................................... 38 List of Default Settings.................................................. 39 Index .........................................................................
Chapter 1 Toolbox Basics What is the Toolbox? ScanGear Toolbox 3.1 (the Toolbox) is a program that makes your scanner faster and easier to use. Without the Toolbox, for example, you would have to perform each of the following steps if you wished to scan and display a page from a magazine in an image editing application program. Start the application program. Start the scanner driver. Set the detailed scan settings. Close the scanner driver. Initiate the scan.
Chapter 1 Toolbox Basics Installing the Program This topic explains how to install the Toolbox program. System Requirements The following minimum requirements must be met to install the program.
Chapter 1 Toolbox Basics Starting/Closing the Toolbox (1/2) This topic explains how to start and close the Toolbox. e This will start the Toolbox and display its main window, which will appear similar to the example below. Important • Before starting the Toolbox program, confirm that the scanner driver ScanGear CS-U has been installed and the scanner correctly connected. Starting the Toolbox 8 Use the following procedures to start the Toolbox.
Chapter 1 Toolbox Basics Starting/Closing the Toolbox (2/2) Closing the Toolbox To close the Toolbox, click the close box on the main window. 9 Contents Index w w To close the program when you have opened a settings dialog, click the dialog’s [Cancel] button or close box, and then click the main window’s close box.
Chapter 1 Toolbox Basics Toolbox Buttons (1/2) This topic introduces the buttons contained in the Toolbox’s main window. See j Chapter 2 “Using the Toolbox” for the instructions to adjust each button’s settings. Mail After scanning, it starts a linked mail program and creates a new message with the image file attached. Click here to minimize the window. Save After scanning, it saves the image file to disk. Click here and click an object to open its help topic. Click here to close the Toolbox.
Chapter 1 Toolbox Basics Toolbox Buttons (2/2) ■ Scan-1 and Scan-2 Buttons The Scan-1 button will be linked to PhotoBase and the Scan-2 button to Photoshop Elements (or PhotoStudio 2000) if you installed all the software according to the “Install the Software” section of the Quick Start Guide. The respective program icons will appear as the button icons.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Clicking a Button to Start an Action To start a Toolbox function, click the button in the main window. When you click the button, the corresponding settings dialog appears. For example, when you click the Scan-1 button, a Scan settings dialog appears. The explanation starting on the next page discusses the settings common to each dialog. The unique features of each dialog are then explained in the following section.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Settings Common to the Dialogs (1/6) This topic explains the settings common to the settings dialogs for all the functions using the Scan-1 button settings as the example. The same settings can be found on virtually all the other settings dialogs too. The details of each setting common to virtually all the dialogs are explained starting from the next page. j Image type Sets the scanning mode. j Image quality j Folder Sets the resolution (fineness) for the scan.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Settings Common to the Dialogs (2/6) Scanner settings - Image type Select a scanning mode. Black and White: Scans and expresses images in two colors: black and white. Black and White (OCR): Produces sharper results than a standard black and white scan. (See the Note on this page) Grayscale: Scans and expresses images in black and white and various shades of gray between these two colors. The result is similar to a monochrome photo.
Chapter 2 Settings Common to the Dialogs (3/6) Using the Toolbox Scanner settings - Image quality Select the resolution (fineness) at which images are scanned. See more detail about this category in the explanation for each settings dialog.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Settings Common to the Dialogs (4/6) Scanner settings - Use the scanner driver to make advanced settings If a check mark is placed beside it, when you click the [Scan] button (or the [Copy] button in the Copy function) in the down right of the dialog, the ScanGear CS-U window will open to allow you to set the various scanning options. You can also scan films using function buttons other than Photo if you specify [Film] in the [Image source] menu of the ScanGear CS-U.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Settings Common to the Dialogs (5/6) Save scanned image to - File name Input a root name for the scanned image. f Note • This category is not available in the Copy settings dialog. • The first scanned image is saved with the root name. From the second, the file is saved under the same root name, successive four-digit numbers are added to the root. • The file name extension, such as [.bmp], is automatically added.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Settings Common to the Dialogs (6/6) Save scanned image to - Put pictures in a subfolder using today’s date If this setting has a check mark beside it, a subfolder bearing the scanning date (2001-05-03, for example) is automatically created within the selected folder and the scanned images are saved to the subfolder. Link scanned images to Select the application program linked to the button. The name of the linked program appears in the box in this category.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Copy Settings Dialog (1/3) This topic explains the categories available on the Copy settings dialog. f Note • For an explanation of the settings not included here, see j ”Settings Common to the Dialogs” in this chapter. Scanner settings - Image quality This setting determines the resolution (fineness) at which a scanned image is reproduced. Draft : Scans at 150 dpi when the Black and White or Grayscale mode is selected. Scans at 75 dpi in Color mode.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Copy Settings Dialog (2/3) Scanner settings - Brightness You can adjust the brightness by dragging the tab left or right. Moving it left darkens the image and moving it right brightens it. f Note • This category sets the threshold value for black and white when the Black and White option is selected in the Image type category.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Copy Settings Dialog (3/3) Printer settings These categories control the settings used to print the image on a printer. Paper size: Sets the size of paper on which the image will be printed. Number of copies: Sets the number of copies to print (up to a maximum of 99). Printer: Sets the printer used for printing. Click the [Properties] button to open a dialog allowing you to set detailed printer settings. BJ Cartridge: Sets the cartridge for use in the selected printer.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Mail Settings Dialog (1/2) This topic explains the categories available on the Mail settings dialog. f Note • For an explanation of the settings not included here, see j ”Settings Common to the Dialogs” in this chapter. Scanner settings - Upper limit of attached file Large image files may take a long time to exchange over e-mail and place a burden on the mail server or the network. To lower the file size, you must set the Image quality to a low setting (a smaller number).
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Mail Settings Dialog (2/2) Scanner settings - Image quality This setting determines the resolution (fineness) at which a scanned image is reproduced. The options will change according to the maximum file size set for attachments. e Important • The Image quality cannot be set when the Image type is set to [Color (Multi-Photo Mode)] or [Color (Auto crop)].
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox OCR Settings Dialog This topic explains the categories available on the OCR settings dialog. f Note • For an explanation of the settings not included here, see j ”Settings Common to the Dialogs” in this chapter. Scanner settings - Image type Only the Black and White, Black and White (OCR) and Grayscale modes are available. None of the color modes can be selected. Some OCR programs cannot accept Grayscale images.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Save Settings Dialog This topic explains the categories available on the Save settings dialog. f Note • For an explanation of the settings not included here, see j ”Settings Common to the Dialogs” in this chapter. Scanner settings - Image quality This setting determines the resolution (fineness) at which a scanned image is reproduced. Resolutions from 75 to 1200 dpi are available with this setting.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Scan-1 and Scan-2 Settings Dialogs This topic explains the categories available on the Scan-1 and Scan-2 settings dialogs. The Scan-1 button will be linked to PhotoBase and the Scan-2 button to Photoshop Elements (or PhotoStudio 2000) if you installed all the software according to the “Install the Software” section of the Quick Start Guide. The respective program icons will appear as the button icons.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox Photo Settings Dialog (1/2) This topic explains the categories available on the Photo settings dialog. The Photo button will be linked to PhotoRecord if you installed all the software according to the “Install the Software” section of the Quick Start Guide. (CanoScan D1250U2F only) e Important • With the CanoScan D1250U2, film cannot be scanned using this button.
Chapter 2 Using the Toolbox f Photo Settings Dialog (2/2) Note • The [Monochrome Photo], [Monochrome Negative Film], and [Monochrome Positive Film] settings all produce grayscale images. • The Descreen function is turned off when you select the [Color Photo] or [Monochrome Photo] settings. • Please see the Quick Start Guide for instructions for placing film on the document glass. Scanner settings - Image quality Select a scanning resolution (fineness) from 75 to 600 dpi (300 to 2400 dpi for film).
Chapter 3 Using the Scanner Buttons (1/3) Using the Scanner Buttons There are three buttons at the front of the scanner. Confirming Scanner Button Settings Please examine the row of symbols above the buttons in the Toolbox’s main window. SCAN COPY E-MAIL The CanoScan D1250U2F also has another button on its document cover. The symbols in this space show which scanner button is assigned to which Toolbox function. The examples above indicate the following assignments.
Chapter 3 Using the Scanner Buttons Using the Scanner Buttons (2/3) What Happens when a Scanner Button is Pressed? The following complete procedure is carried out when you press any one of the scanner buttons even if the Toolbox is not running yet. A scanner button is pressed. Toolbox starts. The main window opens. The settings dialog for the assigned function appears. The scan is initiated. The function assigned to the button is executed.
Chapter 3 Using the Scanner Buttons Using the Scanner Buttons (3/3) What Scan Settings Are Used? You may wish to know what settings are used when a scan is initiated by simply pressing a scanner button. What image type is selected? What are the Image quality and paper size settings? Changing Settings after a Button Has Been Pressed If you decide to change the scan settings after a scanner button has been pressed, click the [Cancel] button on the Scanning progress dialog before the scan finishes.
Chapter 3 Using the Scanner Buttons Changing the Functions of Scanner Buttons (1/2) The buttons at the front of the scanner can be assigned to a different Toolbox function. For example, people that find themselves needing to scan numerous items and save them as image files to a particular folder may wish to assign the Save function to the (SCAN) button. 3. Click the arrow of the list box under the Scan button to which you wish to assign the function and select the desired function from the list.
Chapter 3 Using the Scanner Buttons 4. Click the [OK] button. Changing the Functions of Scanner Buttons (2/2) This will change the button’s function. f Note • Selecting the [Show main window] option in the list box under the Scanner button causes the Toolbox main window (the window shown above) to display when that button is pressed. • Click the [Defaults] button to restore the settings to the default options.
Chapter 4 Useful Hints Selecting a Scanner This topic explains how to select a scanner if more than one scanner associated with the Toolbox is connected to the computer. 1. 2. 3. 34 4. Click the [OK] button. Start the Toolbox. The main window will display. Click the [Settings] button. Click the arrow button in the list box at the right of the Scanner category and select the scanner.
Chapter 4 Useful Hints Linking to Other Application Programs (1/2) This topic explains the procedure for linking or changing the application program started by the Scan-1, Scan-2 or Photo buttons. e 3. Click the [Set...] button. Important • Application programs that do not support image files cannot be linked. f Note • Only Color (24 bit), Grayscale (8 bit), and Black and White (1 bit) image files can be transferred from the Toolbox to an application program.
Chapter 4 Useful Hints 5. Linking to Other Application Programs (2/2) Confirm that the desired application program is displayed and click the [Apply] button. f Note • You can label the Scan-1 or Scan-2 button with the name of the linked application program. Click the Scan-1 or Scan-2 name under the button and use the keyboard to input a name up to 8 characters long. The application program’s icon will appear as the Toolbox’s button. (Please note that the Photo button icon will not change.
Appendices File Formats You can select the format of the files in which scanned images are saved by the Toolbox. This topic explains the various characteristics of the different file formats. ■ BMP File This is the standard Windows bitmap file format. It is supported by most Windows application programs. This format is frequently selected when an image file will only be used in a Windows environment. The “.bmp” file name extension is generally assigned to this format.
Appendices Uninstalling the Toolbox Please use the following procedures if you ever need to remove the Toolbox program from your computer. e Important • With Windows XP (Professional, Home Edition) and Windows 2000 Professional, you should log on with a user name set to an administrator when you uninstall software programs. 1. Click the Windows [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon ScanGear Toolbox 3.1] and [Uninstall ScanGear Toolbox 3.1].
List of Default Settings Appendices f The table below shows the default settings of each settings dialogs. (“–” means that the item cannot be selected.) Item Image type Image quality Paper size Use the scanner driver to make advanced settings File name Save as type Save scanned image to*1 • Click the [Defaults] button in each dialog to return to the default status. The information about the application program linked with the function will also return to the initial status.
Index B C D F I Brightness 20 Buttons (Main Window) 10 Buttons (Scanner) 29 Buttons (Settings dialog) 13 Buttons (This guide) 3 Closing the Toolbox 9 Copy Settings Dialog 19 Dialogs Copy Settings 19 Mail Settings 22 OCR Settings 24 Photo Settings 27 Save Settings 25 Scan-1 and Scan-2 Settings 26 File Formats 37 File Name 17 File Type 17 Film 27 Image Quality 15 , 19 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 28 Image Type 14 , 19 Color (Auto crop) 14 Color (Magazine) 14 Color (Multi-Photo Mode) 14 Color (Photos) 14 Installa
