IRIScan Express 4 Quick User Guide
Contents 1. Introduction 2. Software Installation 2.1 Installation on Windows 2.2 Installation on Mac OS 3. Supported Documents 4. Using the Scanner 4.1 Top view 4.2 Rear view 4.3 Scanning with the IRIScan Express 4 5. Maintenance 5.1 Calibrate the scanner 5.2 Cleaning the scanner 6. Troubleshooting 6.1 Clearing a Paper Jam 6.2 Questions and Answers 6.3 Product Support 7. Specifications 8.
1. Introduction This User Guide helps you get started with the IRIScan Express 4. Please read this guide before operating this scanner and its software. All information is subject to change without prior notice.
2.1 Installation on Windows 1. 2. 3. 4. Go to www.irislink.com/download/iriscan-express-4. Click the Windows link and download the IRIScan Express 4 package. Once the download is complete, run the IRIScanExpress4.exe file. The following setup screen is displayed: 5. Click "Readiris Pro 14” to install Readiris. Follow the on-screen instructions. 6. Return to the setup screen and click “IRIScan Express 4” to install the scanner driver. 7. Click “Next” until you reach the step “Plug in the USB Cable”.
2.2 Installation on Mac OS 1. 2. 3. 4. Go to www.irislink.com/download/iriscan-express-4. Click the Mac link and download the IRIScan Express 4 package. Once the download is complete, run the IRIScanExpress4.dmg file. The following setup screen is displayed: 5. 6. Run the Readiris Pro 14.pkg file and follow the on-screen instructions. Then click “Install” to start the actual installation. You might be asked to enter an Administrator Username and Password to install Readiris. 7.
4. Using the Scanner 4.1 Top view 1 Item Name Description 1 Feed slot Insert document into the feed slot, printed side UP and aligned with the left edge to begin scanning. 2 Paper guide Adjust to scan documents of different size. Power button 3 Press lightly to power on the scanner. Press and hold for 3 seconds to power off the scanner. 2 4.2 Rear view 1 Item 1 Name Description Micro USB port Connect to a computer via the micro USB cable.
4.3 Scanning with the IRIScan Express 4 The IRIScan Express 4 can be used in several ways: With the Button Manager (Windows only) to scan documents directly to Readiris for text recognition, scan them to other applications of your choice, to multiple Cloud destinations, etc. From within Readiris or Cardiris. From within the Capture Tool. Important! Insert only one page at a time, and insert the next one only when the previous one is done. Otherwise, the scanner may malfunction.
5. Maintenance 5.1 Calibrate the scanner Calibrate only if the scanned image looks fuzzy, the color looks abnormal (e.g., darker than normal), after more than 8,000 scans, or the scanner has been stored without use for a long time. The calibration process resets the Contact Image Sensor to resume its color and sharpness precision. 1. Power on the scanner. 2. Start the Capture Tool.
5.2 Cleaning the scanner In order to maintain an optimal scan quality and prevent dust accumulation, it is recommended you clean the scanner (outer casing and feed rollers) approximately every 200 scans, or if vertical lines or stripes appear on the scanned image. Use only the recommended and supplied tools to clean the scanner. WARNING: Do not use any solvents or corrosive liquid (i.e., alcohol, kerosene, etc.) to clean any part of the scanner, otherwise the plastic material may be permanently damaged.
6. Troubleshooting 6.1 Clearing a Paper Jam To clear a jam from the feeder, press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds to power off, then press quickly to power on again. The jammed photo will be fed through automatically. If the item is still jammed, follow these steps to remove the item: 1. Open the cover by holding the scanner with one thumb on the feeder and another thumb on the cover. Carefully and firmly press your thumb into the feeder and then raise the cover.
6.2 Questions and Answers Question: Why does my scanned image always come out too dark? Answer: 1. Please adjust the screen settings to SRGB. 2. Please adjust the brightness settings on the screen from application software. Question: Why are there strange lines on the scanned document? Answer: Please check the following: 1. Are there scratches on the original or is the original clean？ 2. Remove any stains or dust from the original before scanning. 3.
Question: How do I uninstall IRIScan on Mac OS? Answer: Go to the package you downloaded from the I.R.I.S. website. Open the Uninstall Scanner folder. Double-click Press Uninstall. Enter your super user password. The IRIScan driver and Capture Tool will be removed. 6.3 Product Support Should you still experience issues using the IRIScan Express 4, contact Technical Support at www.irislink.com/support. 7. Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice.
8. Legal Information Copyright IRIScanExpress4-dgi-12082015-02 Copyright© 2015 I.R.I.S SA. All rights reserved. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. The software described in this document is furnished under a license agreement or nondisclosure agreement. The software may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of those agreements. No part of this publication can be reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written permission of I.R.I.S. SA.
If the product overheats or produces smoke or an unusual odour, discolours or becomes deformed in an abnormal way, immediately turn off the scanner, remove the batteries where applicable, and disconnect the cables. Stop using the scanner and contact your dealer or IRIS customer support to receive instructions on the procedure to follow. Take care not to drop the scanner or expose it to physical impacts.
Make If battery acid leaks from a battery, wipe it off with a cloth and replace the battery with a new one. Use alkaline, lithium or Ni-MH batteries (AA or AAA size) for the IRIScan Book 3 and IRIScan Book Executive 3 respectively. Do not use new and old batteries together or mix different types or brands of battery. Insert the batteries so that the polarities are as indicated. Remove dead batteries promptly. Do not expose batteries to heat, fire or water.
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that the product can not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead it should be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling in an effort to protect human health and the environment.
