User’s Manual A-61408 Part Number 693625 September 1995 KODAK IMAGELINK Scanner 500 TM BUSINESS IMAGING SYSTEMS
Declaration of Conformance The Kodak Imagelink™ Scanner 500D (CAT No. 125 8755) and Kodak Imagelink Scanner 500S (CAT No.
Table of Contents 1 Introduction Scanner Features ..................................................................... 1-1 Scanner Overview .................................................................... 1-2 Control Panel ............................................................................ 1-5 Status Display .................................................................... 1-5 Operation Keys/Indicators ..................................................
6 Troubleshooting Clearing the Document Path ..................................................... Document Path ................................................................... Removing Documents ........................................................ Clearing a Jam in Area A .................................................... Clearing a Jam in Area B .................................................... Clearing a Jam in Area C ...................................................
1 Introduction The Kodak Imagelink™ Scanner 500 is a high-speed, highresolution rotary scanner designed for medium- to high-volume digital capture of documents. The Scanner 500 captures printed characters, handwritten text and graphics from documents of various sizes and thicknesses in an electronic format for indexing and database storage. This manual explains how to setup, operate, maintain and troubleshoot the Scanner 500.
Scanner Overview The scanner consists of a single tabletop unit with a Feed Shelf and Exit Hopper. Use the following illustrations and descriptions to locate and become familiar with the scanner components.
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Coin 1/3 Footswitch Connector Dip Switch Coin 2 (Not for customer use) Data Plate OCS/Video Connection (Not for customer use) SCSI Connectors Power Switch (I=On, 0=Off) Power Cord Connector Kodak Imagelink™ Scanner 500 Back View NOTE: For European units only: WARNING: Between the Scanner 500 and the host computer / the other SCSI device, standard accessory SCSI cables with ferrite cores (TDK: HF70RH26X29X13) must be used for radio frequency interference suppression.
Control Panel The Control Panel consists of operation keys, operation indicators and the Status Display. Use the following illustration and descriptions to locate and become familiar with the Control Panel components. Image Buffer Status Front Two-line Status Display 7 8 9 C 4 5 6 Next 1 2 3 + 0 • F Enter Cal End Jog ///• // • / • Run Status Display Contrast Rear Stop The Status Display indicates the Image Address, current Application Modes, and Error messages.
Operation Keys/Indicators Image Buffer Status Front Contrast Rear 7 8 9 C 4 5 6 Next 1 2 3 + 0 • F Enter Cal End Jog ///• // • / • Run Stop Image Buffer Status LEDs Front: Green indicates the buffer is available for scanning; red indicates the buffer is not available and the feeder is off (for simplex- and duplex-defined applications modes). Rear: Same as Front (for duplex-defined applications modes only).
F (Function) Key Used with numeric data and the Enter key to enter a function code. C (Clear, Cancel) Key Used to clear error messages from the display. Also used to cancel a function without changing the preset value(s). Next Allows operator to enter the next document Image Address. Plus (+) Key Used when inputting a new value for the Image Address. When pressed, it allows a field to remain unchanged. Enter Used to enter numeric data for a Function Code or an Image Address change.
Level 1 Used to identify the next document fed into the scanner as a Level 1 document. This key includes an internal LED that illuminates green when the next document image level to be assigned is Level 1. Run Used to turn on the feeder and transport system. Stop Used to stop the feeder and transport system. Documents in the transport system, when the Stop key is pressed, will be scanned and placed in the exit hopper before the transport system stops.
2 Getting Started The Kodak Imagelink Scanner 500 is easy to set up and use. This section describes the power-up process, the calibration function, and the feeder, feeder shelf and exit hopper adjustments. Scanner Operation Overview The following steps are recommended to prepare the scanner for operation. 1. Turn on the power to the scanner. 2. Calibrate the scanner. 3. Prepare the documents for scanning. 4.
Calibrating the Scanner You should calibrate the scanner: • Once a day • If image quality is poor • After changing the lamps NOTE: The Calibration function compensates for the varying intensity of the scanner lamps which contribute to the image quality of the scanned document.
Unsuccessful Calibration If calibration fails, perform the following steps: 1. Verify that you are using a clean, matte (non-glossy), blank sheet of paper to calibrate the scanner. 2. Make sure that length of calibration target is ≥ 12". 3. Make sure no paper is in the document path. Refer to the section entitled, Clearing the Document Path. 4. Clean the imaging guides. Refer to the section entitled, Cleaning the Imaging Guides. 5. Calibrate the scanner again. If this calibration fails, change the lamps.
Adjusting the Feed Roller and Separator Roller The Gap Adjustment Knob on the front panel increases or decreases the space between the feed roller and separator roller. The gap must be adjusted properly so that documents feed smoothly without overlapping. When documents of different thicknesses are fed in a group, adjust the gap using the thinnest document in the group. The feed rollers might have to be adjusted to compensate for: • Very thin documents (onion skin, tracing paper, etc.
6. Place one document on top of the other, hold them firmly by their trailing edges (the edge opposite the side to be inserted into the scanner), and insert them approximately 1/8-inch (3 mm) into the gap. 7. If the documents do not separate, proceed to step 8. If the documents separate, remove the documents from the feeder and turn the Gap Adjustment Knob clockwise 1/2 turn and insert the documents again. Repeat this step until the documents do not separate. Proceed to step 8. 8.
Adjusting the Separator Roller to Scan Thick Documents To scan very thick documents (card or cover stock), use the Gap Release Lever to increase the gap between the feed roller and separator roller to allow documents to be fed into the transport. The Gap Release Lever is located on the front panel of the scanner to the right of the Gap Adjustment Knob. 1. Press down and hold the Gap Release Lever. This opens the gap between the feed and separator rollers and allows thick documents to pass between them. 2.
Adjusting the Self-Centering Feed Shelf Before you begin scanning, adjust the width of the Feed Shelf Side Guides and the height of the Feed Shelf. 1. Adjust the width of the Feed Shelf Side Guides to hold the widest document you will be scanning. Leave approximately 1 /16-inch (2 mm) clearance on each side of the largest document to allow for proper feeding. NOTE: Ensure that documents are center-fed so that each document covers the 2 1/2 inch—required width as indicated by the label on the feed tray. 2.
Adjusting the Exit Hopper The Exit Hopper must be adjusted properly so documents will stack correctly. 1. Adjust the width of the Exit Hopper Side Guides to hold the widest document you will be scanning. Leave 1/4-inch (5 mm) clearance on each side of the document. 2. Adjust the length of the Exit Hopper End Stop to hold the longest document you will be scanning. NOTE: An End Stop Extension is included to accommodate documents up to 17 inches in length.
3. Adjust the height of the Exit Hopper so the scanned documents naturally fall between the Exit Hopper Side Guides and the Exit Hopper End Stop. The Exit Hopper has three height positions: standard, 10° from standard, and 20° from standard. NOTE: The 20° position is specifically for A4 size, onion skin documents.
3 Operating the Scanner This section describes the scanning process, application modes, image level settings and function key operation. Function Codes and their descriptions are also listed. Scanning Process To scan documents, follow the steps below: 1. Prepare the scanner for operation (refer to Section 2). 2. Select the application mode. 3. Select the appropriate operating values and conditions required for the application on the host computer. 4. Press the Run key. 5.
Function Codes There are a number of functions available for use in the scanner which can be used to temporarily change scanner operating conditions and values, and to obtain system and accessory status and information. These functions are selected using the function keys on the Control Panel. Using Function Codes To use the available functions: 1. Press the F key. 2. Press the numeric key(s) which correspond to the desired Function Code. 3. Press Enter. 4.
Function Code Summary Listed below is a summary of each function code. Following this list, is a detailed description of each function code. Application Modes Select Application Mode ........................................................... F01 Restore Application Mode ......................................................... F02 Index/Image Address Level 0 ...................................................................................... F07 Last Image Address .......................................
Function Code Listing F01 Select Application Mode Allows you to select one of the scanner's predefined application modes. Enter a value from 1–18. F02 Restore Application Mode Allows you to restore the current application mode to its original user-defined preprogrammed status. F04 Count Only On/Off Allows you to count the number of documents entering the scanner without scanning the documents. The Count Only counter will be reset to 0 when this function is selected and displayed in the Status Display.
F10 Level 0 Counter Allows you to display the total number of documents that have entered the feeder as Level 0 documents. The counter is automatically incremented whenever Level 0 is requested and scanned. By entering 0, or any valid number, the Level 0 Counter can be reset or preset. The counter also resets to 0 when 999,999,999 is reached, or when the Reset Level Counters function (Function Code 14) is performed. Reset and preset will not affect the Total Document Counter.
F17 Transport System Operation Time Allows you to display elapsed time of operation of the transport system. NOTE: This elapsed time is recorded in the scanner’s software and will be reset if a ROM replacement is performed. Therefore, this software time display can vary from the elapsed time indicated in the transport system operation meter located inside the side access door. F19 Display Language Allows you to choose your preferred language. Enter 1 for Japanese, 0 for English.
The following function codes can be used when the optional Document Printer Accessory is installed. F40 Front and Rear Document Printers On/Off* Allows you to enable/disable the Front and Rear Document Printers. Enter 1 to enable or 0 to disable. F41 Front Document Printer On/Off* Allows you to enable/disable the Front Document. Enter 1 to enable or 0 to disable. F42 Rear Document Printer On/Off* Allows you to enable/disable the Rear Document Printer. Enter 1 to enable or 0 to disable.
F50 Patch Reader On/Off* Allows you to enable/disable the Patch Reader. Enter 1 to enable or 0 to disable. F53 Patch Reader Confirmation Tone On/Off* Allows you to enable/disable the confirmation tone that informs you if the Patch Reader has successfully read a patched document. Enter 1 to enable or 0 to disable. F54 Omit Patch Reading on Next Document On/Off* Allows you to inhibit patch reading on the next document scanned. Normal patch reading resumes with subsequent documents.
F71 Omit Length Monitor on Next Document On/Off Allows you to inhibit the length monitor on the next document scanned. Normal length monitoring resumes with subsequent documents. Enter 1 to enable or 0 to disable. F72 Skew Monitor On/Off Allows you to enable/disable the Skew Monitor which monitors for an unacceptable skew. The degree of an unacceptable skew is preprogrammed at installation. It can be either 5° or 10°.
Setting Image Levels Image levels are document management tools used to identify specific types of documents or sets of documents for later indexing and retrieval. The image level assigned to each document is inserted into the image header associated with the document image. This information is later used to index and retrieve the scanned image. There are four document image levels: 3, 2, 1, and 0.
Preparing Documents To prepare documents for scanning: 1. Remove any staples, rubber bands, loose mending tape, or paper clips from the documents. 2. Straighten any badly wrinkled edges. 3. Tape torn documents. Document Sizes The following size documents can be scanned using the Kodak Imagelink Scanner 500: • Length: 2.5 to 17 inches (64 to 432 mm) • Width: 2.5 to 12 inches (64 to 305 mm) • Minimum document thickness: Onion Skin (0.0015 inch/0.04 mm) • Maximum document thickness: – Index Card (0.
Scanning Documents Automatic Feed Method After you have prepared the scanner and your documents, you are ready to begin scanning. 1. Make sure you select the correct scanning operation conditions and values. 2. Place the feed shelf in the up position. 3. Pick up a stack of documents up to 1.5 inches (38 mm) thick. Hold the stack with the front sides facing up and the top of the documents facing toward the scanner.
7. As you scan documents: – Set the image level, as required. – Periodically remove documents from the exit hopper. NOTE: When the image buffer is full, the feeder will turn off, the image buffer status LED illumination color will change to red, and a short pause in scanning may occur as images are being transferred to the host computer. The feeder will turn on, the image buffer status LED illumination color will change back to green, and scanning will resume automatically. 8.
4 Error Messages Error messages are classified into types of errors depending on the method of recovery from the error. There are three types of errors: Operator Information and Warnings, Operator Recoverable Errors or Service Errors. NOTE: When a + (Plus) mark is displayed between the error code number and the error message, it indicates that more than one error message has been generated. Press the + (Plus) key to view the accompanying error message(s).
System Administrator Actions The system administrator is required to assist the operator when the E100–299 series error messages and error code listings indicate that host control is required. Also, the system administrator is required to perform the actions suggested by the accompanying error message(s) when the E600-999 error messages are displayed. Remember to utilize the + (Plus) key to display the accompanying error message(s).
Message Listings Error Code When error codes are displayed, in most cases, you will need to press the C key to clear the message. Then proceed with any additional procedures as indicated in the Action column of the following chart. If the error persists, contact your system administrator. Description Action E102 Press STOP And Try Again Tried to use a function code that is not valid while the transport system is running.
Error Code Description E118 Check Correct IA/Level The operator pressed the Next key, input a new image address and fed a patch document that conflicts with the image level of the Next key input. The image address defined by the Next key will be assigned to the next document and the patch level will be ignored. Action E119 Check Correct IA/Level A T-Patch document has been fed After pressing C, verify the current image level and image address.
Error Code E136 Bar Code Hardware Error Description Tried to use a Bar Code Reader function code (60-65) after the following two events occurred: Action Press C to clear the error condition. • The message E208 Bar Code Hardware Error or E640-645 Bar Code Health Check Err was displayed at power on, and • The C key was used to clear the message (but the error status was not cleared. E137 Footswitch Not Machine Set Tried to use footswitch function Press C to clear the error condition.
Error Code 4-6 Description Action After pressing C, verify the bar code has more than 80 characters. Disable the Bar Code Reader (F64) and rescan the document. E209 Bar Code DataOverflow The Bar Code Reader detected more than the maximum 80 characters. The documents deposited in the exit hopper must be rescanned after the error has been corrected. E214 Re-Scan Length Monitr Er Tried to scan a document which is Rescan after checking length.
Error Code Description Action E241 Enter Correct IA, Re-Scan The patch document fed conflicts with the level key pressed. After pressing C, verify the current image level and image address and if necessary alter the image level or image address via the Level keys, Next key or press Run and rescan the patch document. E244 Enter Correct IA, Re-Scan A T-patch document was fed then followed by a 2-patch or 3-patch document which conflicted with the level of the T-Patch.
Error Code Description Action E264 Call Target Front Too Dark Tried to use a Calibration Target Press the Jog key to remove the where the front side is darker than Calibration Target* from the transport the specification required. system. Use the appropriate Calibration Target. Press Cal and try the calibration process again. E265 Cal Target Rear Too Dark Tried to use a Calibration Target where the rear side is darker than the specification required.
5 Scanner Maintenance The Kodak Imagelink Scanner 500 is easy to maintain. It requires minimal adjustments, no special tools, and provides easy access to internal parts via three access doors: side, upper, and lower. This section describes daily and weekly maintenance procedures and lamp replacement procedures.
Daily (or as required) Cleaning the Imaging Guides Documents are scanned through two transparent glass imaging guides. Clean these guides daily or as required to obtain highquality scanned images. IMPORTANT: Do NOT use abrasive cleaners, industrial solvents, or coarse cloth to clean the guides. These materials can damage the optical surfaces and cause poor image quality. 1. Open the Upper Access Door. 2. Lift open the Lower Access Door.
4. Lift up and latch the Horizontal Transport Plate into its open position. NOTE: If the Patch Reader Accessory is installed, the Patch Reader must be removed from the mounting plate in order to lift up the Horizontal Transport Plate. 5. Open the Side Access Door. 6. Release and open the Vertical Transport Plate by rotating the release handle 180° clockwise.
7. Release and remove the Front Imaging Guide by rotating the thumb screw 90° counterclockwise, and lifting the guide’s two saddle mounts from the scanner’s mounting shaft. 8. Release and remove the Rear Imaging Guide by swinging the guide toward the front of the scanner (to release it from the two magnets), and lifting the guide from the scanner’s two mounting pins. 9.
NOTE: Observe through the Upper Access Door and Side Access Door to ensure that the Imaging Guide is mounted correctly; the bottom of the Front Imaging Guide must be seated just inside the vertical plate. If the bottom of the Front Imaging Guide is seated outside the vertical plate, the Imaging Guides could be damaged when the Vertical Transport Plate is closed. Front Imaging Guide Saddle Mount Transport Plate 13.
Weekly (or as required) Cleaning the Feed Roller and Separator Roller The feed roller and separator roller draw documents into the transport. After extended use, ink and toner dust can coat the surfaces of the rollers and may prevent documents from separating. Clean these rollers weekly or as required (i.e., when document overlapping (double-feeding) occurs or when the last document is not fed). 1. Lift open the Lower Access Door.
3. Rotate the feed roller cover release lever downward while rotating the feed roller cover to expose the rollers. Do not attempt to remove the assembly; it is permanently attached to the frame. 4. Rotate the feed roller downward and clean with a watermoistened cloth. Continue cleaning until all residue is removed from the roller ribs.
Cleaning the Exterior of the Scanner Vacuuming Inside the Scanner Clean the exterior of the scanner, the feed shelf, and the exit hopper with a soft cloth to remove dust and other particles. Remove fingerprints or stains with a water-dampened cloth or a mild cleaning agent. Vacuum the inside of the scanner weekly or as required to remove any dust or debris. Vacuuming the Horizontal Transport Area 1. Turn the power off. 2. Lift open the Lower Access Door.
4. Lift up and latch the Horizontal Transport Plate into its open position. NOTE: If the Patch Reader Accessory is installed, the Patch Reader must be removed from the mounting plate in order to lift up the Horizontal Transport Plate. 5. Vacuum the Lower Belt Module and Transport Belts. WARNING: Do not make contact with any electrical components when vacuuming inside the scanner. WARNUNG: Beim Staubsaugen innerhalb des Abtastgerätes keine elektrischen Einzelteile berühren. 6.
Vacuuming the Side Access Door Area 1. Turn the power off. 2. Open the Side Access Door. 3. Open the Upper Access Door. 4. Release and open the Vertical Transport Plate by rotating the release handle 180° clockwise. 5. Use a natural bristle cleaning brush to remove debris from inside the transport system. 6. Swing the Vertical Transport Plate closed and rotate the release handle 180° counterclockwise.
7. Vacuum the Side Access Door area. WARNING: Do not make contact with any electrical components when vacuuming inside the scanner. WARNUNG: Beim Staubsaugen innerhalb des Abtastgerätes keine elektrischen Einzelteile berühren. 8. Close the Upper Access Door. 9. Close the Side Access Door.
Changing the Lamps Zum Auswechsein Der Lampen The exposure system consists of two special, long-life fluorescent lamps. The lamps slide in and out of the scanner for easy lamp replacement. • Always replace both lamps at the same time. If both lamps are not replaced, exposures may not be acceptable. • Use recommended lamps only. Other lamps may result in unacceptable image quality. Change the lamps every 600 hours, when required for error recovery, or when image quality is poor.
4. Pull the green rear lamp socket holder out from the scanner frame. Be sure to pull the lamp socket holder straight out along its axis. Den grünen Halter der hinteren Lampenfassung aus dem Rahmen des Abtastgerätes herausziehen. Darauf achten, den Halter der Lampenfussung gerade entlang seiner Achse herauszuzienhen. WARNING: Even though you can always handle the green lamp socket holder, the lamp may be very hot. Do not remove the lamp or the lamp socket holder until the lamp has cooled.
6. Replace the lamp, making sure that the clear slit on the lamp faces toward the document path. In the case of the rear lamp, the clear slit should face toward the front. Die Lampe wieder anbringen und sicherstellen, daß der klare Schlitz an der Lampe zum Dokumentpfad hinweis. Bei der hinteren Lampe sollte der klare Schlitz nach vorne weisen. CAUTION: Lamps are fragile. Do not force the lamp into place. ACHTUNG:Die Lampen sind zerbrechlich. Die Lampe nicht mit Gewalt einschieben. 7.
6 Troubleshooting This section lists possible problems and remedies and describes procedures for clearing the document path and removing nonjammed documents. Procedures Scanner Does Not Start Problem Solution The power cord is not connected. Connect power cord to the scanner and to the power outlet. The power switch is in the OFF position. Check the power switch. Place the switch in the ON position. Call service if the problem persists. One or more of the three access doors is open.
Clearing the Document Path If a document becomes lodged in the scanner’s transport system, the system will stop running and an error message will appear in the Status Display on the Control Panel. A document can lodge in the transport system when: • Documents are not fed straight (skewed) and hit the sides of the transport system. • Documents are torn, badly folded, or wrinkled. • Imaging guides are not seated properly or are not installed. • Staples and paper clips were not removed from documents.
Removing Documents 1. Check the transport system for documents lodged in the document path. 2. Remove the jammed document(s) by using the procedures listed below. 3. Press the Jog key to clear any remaining non-jammed documents. NOTE: Green colored handles and labels designate operator accessible areas for maintenance and clearing the document path. Clearing a Jam in Area A Complete the following steps to clear the document path in Area A. This area is comprised of the Feeder area. 1.
4. Rotate the Feed Roller Cover Release Lever downward while rotating the Feed Roller Cover up to expose the Feed Roller and Separator Roller. 5. Press and hold the Gap Release Lever and remove all jammed documents. 6. Rotate the Feed Roller Cover to its original position. 7. Lower and latch the Front Scan Module by lowering the release bar. 8. Close the Lower Access Door. Clearing a Jam in Area B Complete the following steps to clear the document path in Area B.
3. Raise the underlying Front Scan Module by lifting the release bar.
4. Lift up and latch the Horizontal Transport Plate into its open position. NOTE: If the Patch Reader Accessory is installed, the Patch Reader must be removed from the mounting plate in order to lift up the Upper Horizontal Transport Plate. 5. Remove all jammed documents. 6. Release and lower the Transport Plate back to its original position. 7. Lower and latch the Front Scan Module. 8. Close the Lower Access Door.
Clearing a Jam in Area C Complete the following steps to clear the document path in Area C. This area is comprised of the Vertical Transport Plate and the Imaging Guide areas. 1. Turn the power off. 2. Open the Side Access Door. 3. Release and swing open the Vertical Transport Plate by rotating the Release Handle 180° clockwise. 4. Remove all jammed documents.
5. Swing the Vertical Transport Plate closed and rotate the Release Handle 180° counterclockwise (so the red arrow head aligns with the red rectangle) to latch the plate. NOTE: If the Vertical Transport Plate is not completely closed, documents can lodge in the transport system. 6. Close the Side Access Door. Clearing a Jam in Area D Complete the following steps to clear the document path in Area D. This area is comprised of the Document Exit and Upper Turn Roller areas. 1. Turn the power off. 2.
Removing Non-Jammed Documents After clearing the document path, complete the following steps to remove all non-jammed documents. 1. Check the transport system for documents lodged in the document path; green handles and labels indicate operator accessible areas. 2. Make sure the Horizontal Transport Plate, the Vertical Transport Plate and the three access doors are securely closed. 3. Turn the power on. 4. Press and hold the Jog key to clear any remaining documents in the transport system.
Appendix A Kodak Imagelink Footswitch 500 The Footswitch 500 Accessory is designed to provide a hands-off method of changing the Document Image Levels. An operator can change the Image Level by simply pressing or releasing the footswitch. At installation, application modes are programmed for specific applications.
The table below can be filled in to indicated which application modes allow use of the Footswitch 500 Accessory and what Image Level changes are performed by pressing and/or releasing the footswitch.
Appendix B Kodak Imagelink Patch Reader 500 A patch is a pattern of alternating black bars and white spaces that is printed or placed on a document. The Kodak Imagelink Patch Reader 500 Accessory recognizes patch documents and automatically assigns a level 3, 2, or 1 to the document Image Address of the patch document or next document.
Patch Location on Documents Patches must appear parallel to the leading edge of the document (as shown). Leading Edge (fed into the transport first) In addition, the following must be true: • The top of the patch must be less than 0.80 inches (20 mm) and greater than 0.20 inches (5 mm) from the leading edge of the document. • The bottom of the patch must be no more than 1.6 inches (40 mm) from the leading edge of the document. • There must be at least 0.
Changing the Horizontal Read Position The Horizontal Read Position is manually set by placing the reader in one of the five reader positions on the mounting plate. NOTE: The five patch reader positions are also indicated with a patch mark on the label on the Feed Tray. 2.5" A4 8.5 X 11" A5 11 X 17" A3 The Patch Reader is attached to the mounting plate by magnets. To change the position of the Patch Reader, lift the reader off the mounting plate and place it in one of the other four available positions.
Cleaning the Patch Reader The Patch Reader requires very little maintenance. Periodically wipe the sensor head with a dry lint-free cloth. IMPORTANT: Do not remove the Cable Tie from the Patch Reader. Mounting Magnets Cable Tie Sensor Head Mounting Magnets Function Codes The following function codes are available if the Patch Reader 500 Accessory has been installed and the current application mode allows use of the Patch Reader 500 Accessory. F50 Patch Reader On/Off.
Performing the Patch Test Function (Future Function) Function Code F55 can be used to verify the operation and position of the patch reader. No other accessories (document printers, etc.) will be enabled during the test. In addition, no imaging, Image Address changes, level counting, etc. will occur during this test. To perform a patch test: 1. Press the F Key. 2. Press the numeric key 5 twice. 3. Press Enter.
Appendix C Kodak Imagelink Bar Code Reader 500 The bar code reader is used to read and decode information encoded in a bar code format. A bar code is a pattern of parallel, alternating black bars and white spaces which are used to represent letters, numerals and special characters. Application modes can be individually programmed at installation or upon request to employ the Bar Code Reader 500 Accessory.
Printing Bar Codes on Documents Bar codes can be printed directly on documents or placed on documents using preprinted bar code labels. Bar codes must appear with the bars perpendicular to the leading edge of the document during scanning (as shown). Leading Edge (fed into the transport first) Trailing Edge In addition, the following must be true: • The bar code must be at least 0.25 inches (6.3 mm) from the leading edge of the document. • The bar code must be at least 0.25 inches (6.
Function Codes The following function codes are available if the bar code reader has been installed and the current application mode allows bar code reading: F60 Bar Code Reader On/Off. F63 Bar Code Reader Confirmation Tone On/Off. F64 Omit Bar Code Read on Next Document On/Off. F65 Bar Code Test. Refer to Performing a Bar Code Test. Follow these steps to use the On/Off functions: 1. Press the F Key. 2. Press the numeric key(s) which correspond to the Function Code. 3. Press Enter.
Option 3—Read Rate This is a benchmark test which provides a measure of equipment performance and/or a measure of the print quality of the bar codes by determining the read rate (percentage of bar codes read properly) of documents. When the Kodak Bar Code Standard Documents are used, this test provides a measure of equipment performance. When the actual customer application documents are used, this test provides a measure of the print quality of the bar codes.
The following message (Function 65 menu) will appear in the Status Display: B C TY P E = C O D E 3 9 1: E v 2: D p 3: R r where the abbreviations are: Ev : Evaluate Dp: Display Rr: Read Rate • Press the numeric key which corresponds to the type of bar code test you wish to perform (detailed explanations of the test options are described in the sections below): – Press the numeric key 1 for Evaluate – Press the numeric key 2 for Display – Press the numeric key 3 for Read Rate • Press the Enter key.
3. Lift the release bar to raise the underlying Front Scan Module. 4. Lift up and latch the Horizontal Transport Plate into its open position. NOTE: If the Patch Reader Accessory is installed, the Patch Reader must be removed from the mounting plate in order to lift up the Horizontal Transport Plate.
5. Open the Side Access Door. NOTE: Do not leave the Side Access Door open more than 5 minutes. 6. Release and open the Vertical Transport Plate by rotating the release handle 180° clockwise. Front Imaging Guide (bottom sits inside the Transport Plate) Front Imaging Guide Thumb Screw Transport Plate Holding Magnets Rear Imaging Guide Thumb Tab Rear Imaging Guide (top sits about 0.5 inch (10 mm) from the Vertical Transport Plate) 7.
8. Prepare the bar code to be evaluated by cutting around the bar code so that only the vertical black and white bars remain; cut away all text and surrounding marks or illustrations. NOTE: The bar code used must be of the type indicated in the first line of the Status Display of the first page. ✂ 123SLG3B KODAK MEMO 95-1-21 3B SLG 123 KODAK MEMO 95-1-21 Document and Surrounding Text 9. Use transparent adhesive tape to adhere the bar code to the appropriate Imaging Guide in the proper direction.
10. Replace the Imaging Guide with the bar code adhered to it. NOTE: Refer to the illustrations below and to Section 5, Scanner Maintenance (Cleaning Imaging Guides) for details on how to remove the Imaging Guides. Rear Imaging Guide Saddle Mount Rear Imaging Guide Mounting Pin Front Imaging Guide Saddle Mount Transport Plate 11. Swing the Vertical Transport Plate closed and rotate the release handle 180° counterclockwise (so that the red arrow aligns with the red rectangle) to latch the plate.
17. Press the Enter key. The following message will appear in the Status Display: B C TY P E = C O D E 3 9 Please Wait Up to 10 seconds is required for warming the lamps and processing the data.
The following action(s) should be taken: • Verify the position of the bar code placed on the Imaging Guide. • Clean the Imaging Guides if required. NOTE: Press the Stop or End key to return to the Function 65 menu. W/N = XX. XX : 1 (C) – (1 ) NEW = . XXXX This display gives the first page of the results of the bar code evaluation. The results consists of three pages. Each item will be described later on. 18. Press the Enter key to proceed to the next page of the results.
21. Open the Upper Access Door. 22. Lift open the Lower Access Door. CAUTION: For safety reasons the movement of the Lower Access Door is intentionally slowed with a twoway rotary damper. Open and close the door slowly. 23. Lift the release bar to raise the underlying Front Scan Module.
24. Lift up and latch the Horizontal Transport Plate into its open position. NOTE: If the Patch Reader Accessory is installed, the Patch Reader must be removed from the mounting plate in order to lift up the Horizontal Transport Plate. 25. Open the Side Access Door. NOTE: Do not leave the Side Access Door open more than 5 minutes. 26. Release and open the Vertical Transport Plate by rotating the release handle 180° clockwise. 27. Remove the appropriate Imaging Guide.
29. Replace the Imaging Guide. NOTE: Refer to Section 5, Scanner Maintenance (Cleaning Imaging Guides) for details on how to remove the Imaging Guides. Rear Imaging Guide Saddle Mount Rear Imaging Guide Mounting Pin Front Imaging Guide Saddle Mount Transport Plate 30. Swing the Vertical Transport Plate closed and rotate the release handle 180° counterclockwise (so that the red arrow aligns with the red rectangle) to latch the plate. Red Arrow Red Rectangle 31. Close the Side A 32.
Fields Displayed The following table defines the fields displayed (for additional information refer to Bar Code Specifications): Field Type Field Description Dimensional W/N Wide to narrow ratio. The average ratio of wide element widths to narrow element widths within a bar code. The wide to narrow average ratio is calculated for both wide and narrow bars and wide and narrow spaces; the smallest of the two ratios is displayed.
Dimensional Field Values The following table illustrates how the dimensional field values are converted to a pass/fail status and the print clarity field values are converted to letter grades: Grade A (Pass) Grade B Grade C Grade D Grade F (Fail) 3:1 - 2:1* 3:1 - 2.2:1** n/a n/a n/a 2:1 - 1:1* 2.2:1 - 1:1** 0.0800 - 0.0100 n/a n/a n/a 0.0099 - 0.
The following table identifies the most common causes of the low bar code ratings/grades: Low Bar Code Ratings Field Problem Type Cause W/N NEW Dimensional Bar codes not printed according to specifications (refer to Bar Code Specifications ). Inaccurate measurements due to: • Ink smearing (improper curing) • Ink spreading (use of super-absorbent paper) • Use of dot matrix printers (ragged edges) CONTRAST RMIN Reflectance Bar elements are too light.
Bar Code Test Option 2 – Display This option displays the decoded value of the bar code being read. 1. Feed the bar code document into the transport.
This display gives the first 15 characters (including the * representing the start character) of the decoded values. Press the Stop key, wait approximately 2 seconds, then press the Enter key to proceed to the next page of the decoded values. The format of the display is the same until the remaining number of characters becomes equal to or less than 15. B C TY P E = C O D E 3 9 XXXXXXXX This display gives the final page of the decoded values.
When using actual customer-application documents, if the read rate is significantly lower than that in the past, this indicates that a reduction in the overall read rate can be caused by a deficiency of the bar codes being used. Perform Option 1–Evaluate to determine the cause of the test results. 3. Upon completion of the test, press the Stop key to return to the menu page of Function 65. Press the Stop key again to return to normal operation.
D—Wide-to-Narrow Ratio • The minimum wide-to-narrow ratio is 2:1 if the minimum narrow element width is greater than 0.020 inches (0.51 mm). • The minimum wide-to-narrow ratio is 2.2:1 if the minimum narrow- element width is less than or equal to 0.020 inches (0.51 mm). NOTE: Two ratios are calculated: the average wide bar to average narrow bar ratio; and the average wide space to average narrow space ratio. The smallest of these two ratios is used to evaluate the bar code.
K—Bottom Edge • The minimum distance from the bottom edge of the page to the bottom edge of the bar code is 0.25 inches (6.35 mm).
Appendix D Kodak Imagelink Document Printer 500 The Document Printer 500 Accessory is capable of printing customer-specified information on customer documents. Front and/or rear printers are available.
Font Size The Document Printer 500 prints each character in a large 12 x 9 dot matrix, or in a small 8 x 9 dot matrix. Character Orientation The orientation of the printed characters is defined for each application mode at installation, or by request. There are four character orientations: Cine, Cine 180, Comic, and Comic 180. Each character orientation is shown below.
Changing the Vertical Start Print Position Function Code F46 can be used to change the vertical start print position of the Front Document Printer. Function Code F47 can be used to change the Vertical Start Print Position of the Rear Document Printer. To change the vertical start print position: 1. Press the F key. 2. Press the numeric keys that correspond to these functions (4 and then 6, or 4 and then 7). 3. Press Enter. 4. Press the numeric keys that correspond to a value between 0.
IMPORTANT: When repositioning the Front Document Printer, ensure that the Cable Magnet is secured to the Front Document Printer Mounting Plate (not on the Patch Reader Mounting Plate) so that the Printer Flat Cable does not interfere with the optical path between the Front Imaging Guide and the Front Scan Module.
Hardware The following illustrations show a Front Document Printer 500 carriage and a Rear Document Printer 500 carriage.
The following illustrations show the Front and Rear Document Printer Mounting Plates, into which the Document Printer 500 carriages are inserted Front Document Printer Mounting Plate Notched Tab Tab Notched Gap Toward Rear of Scanner Gap Toward Front of Scanner Mounting Holes for Patch Reader 500 Accessory (View from rear of scanner) Rear Document Printer Mounting Plate Notched Tab Tab Notched Gap Toward Rear of Scanner Toward Front of Scanner D-6 Spring Clip Lips Gap (View from rear of scanner) A-6
Function Codes The following function codes are available if the Document Printer 500 Accessory has been installed and the current application mode allows use of the Document Printer 500 Accessory. F40 Front and Rear Document Printers On/Off F41 Front Document Printer On/Off F42 Rear Document Printer On/Off F44 Omit Printing on Next Document On/Off Inhibits printing on the next document entering the Feeder. This applies to both the Front and Rear Document Printers.
Cleaning and Priming the Ink Cartridge Cleaning and priming the ink cartridge will ensure that the print quality is maintained. IMPORTANT: Ink deposits or spills can occur if you are not careful during the priming procedure. Front Document Printer 1. Turn the power Off. 2. Open the Lower Access Door. CAUTION: For safety reasons the movement of the Lower Access Door is intentionally slowed with a twoway rotary damper. Open and close the door slowly. 3. Release the Front Scan Module Release Bar. 4.
6. Lift and remove the Front Document Printer Carriage from the Front Document Printer Mounting Plate. Press Spring Clips Cable Magnet (not shown) 7. Raise the holding bar up from the ink cartridge and carriage. 8. Slide the ink cartridge out of the carriage. 9. Examine the ink cartridge for a deflated bladder. If the bladder appears deflated (out of ink), discard the cartridge, obtain a new cartridge, and proceed with step 15. 10.
11. Prime the ink cartridge by carefully inserting the end of a paper clip into the hole at the end of the ink cartridge and gently pushing in on the bladder. Allow a small amount of ink to escape through the jets. Ink Cartridge Bladder (inside ink cartridge) 12. Remove the paper clip and observe the ink flow back into the bladder through the jets. 13. Use a dry, lint-free cloth to wipe the face and jets of the ink cartridge. 14. Slide the ink cartridge back into the carriage. 15.
Rear Document Printer 1. Turn the power Off. 2. Open the Upper Access Door. 3. Note the current position of the Rear Document Printer. 4. Press the carriage spring clips together to remove the Rear Document Printer Carriage from the Rear Document Printer Mounting Plate. Press Spring Clips Cable Magnet (not shown) 5. Raise the holding bar up from the ink cartridge and carriage. 6. Slide the ink cartridge out of the carriage. 7. Examine the ink cartridge for a deflated bladder.
8. Check for any accumulation of ink on the jets or face of the ink cartridge. Wipe any ink from the jets and face with a clean, dampened, lint-free cloth. Jets Ink Cartridge Face 9. Prime the ink cartridge by carefully inserting the end of a paper clip into the hole at the end of the ink cartridge and gently pushing in on the bladder. Allow a small amount of ink to escape through the jets. Ink Cartridge Bladder (inside ink cartridge) 10.
Replacing the Ink Cartridge Replace the ink cartridge when any of the following conditions occur: • The ink bladder appears shrunken or deflated. • The printed characters appear light or uneven. • Missing characters are evident. • The print test function reveals inconsistent character quality. • The cleaning and priming procedure has not improved the overall print quality. To replace the Front Document Printer ink cartridge: 1. Turn the power Off. 2. Open the Lower Access Door.
6. Lift and remove the Front Document Printer Carriage from the Front Document Printer Mounting Plate. 7. Raise the holding bar. 8. Slide the ink cartridge out of the carriage. 9. Discard the cartridge and obtain a new cartridge. 10. Slide the new ink cartridge into the carriage. 11. Lower the holding bar back down to its original position. 12. If necessary, wipe the carriage clean with a dry, lint-free cloth. 13. Wipe the Front Document Printer Mounting Plate clean of any ink deposits. 14.
To replace the Rear Document Printer ink cartridge: 1. Turn the power Off. 2. Open the Upper Access Door. 3. Note the current position of the Rear Document Printer. 4. Press the carriage spring clips together to remove the Rear Document Printer Carriage from the Rear Document Printer Mounting Plate. Press Spring Clips Cable Magnet (not shown) 5. Raise the holding bar up from the ink cartridge and carriage. 6. Slide the ink cartridge out of the carriage. 7.
Glossary Batch A group of documents to be scanned together or to be grouped together in a series, such as a chapter within a book, or pages within a chapter. Calibration A process used during scanner preparation. The process is performed in order to allow the scanner to check and/or adjust the illumination level. Error Recovery A process or procedure used to recover from equipment malfunctions or document jams. Messages are displayed to assist the operator in identifying and recovering from an error.
Sequential ID Number A value set by the host computer, starting with a value defined by the customer. The value is incriminated (increased) by a value of 1 for each document side scanned. This value differs from the Image Address, as it is not affected by Image Level changes, etc. Skew Skew is an indication that a document is not transported straight through the transport system (i.e., the document may have been fed at an angle).
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