UMAX MagicScan ReadMe

This file contains last-minute product information, updates to the UMAX MagicScan documentation, and troubleshooting tips.  Please refer to your scanner's Operation Manual for installation instructions. For further troubleshooting and performance information, see the online User's Guide installed from the MagicScan CD or visit the www.umax.com website.

Welcome to MagicScan

Topics covered in this document include:

     *  System Requirements
     *  Memory Allocations
     *  Online User's Guide
     *  Default vs. Reset Feature Definition
     *  Release Notes
     *  Network Scanning Notes
     *  Scanner Notes
     *  Troubleshooting

[System Requirements]

     *  Mac OS 8.5 or later
     *  64MB RAM
     *  Hard drive with at least 300MB of free  hard drive space
     *  CD-ROM drive
     *  VGA, Super VGA, or 100% compatible video graphics adapter and appropriate monitor

[Memory Allocations]

All memory allocations can be changed by doing a "Get Info" on the application.  Do this by highlighting the application and choosing "Get Info" from the "File" menu.

1.  UMAX MagicScan DA: Preferred Memory Size - 6MB or more

2.  binuscan PhotoPerfect: Preferred Memory Size - 12MB or more

3.  Adobe PhotoShop 3.0 or later: Preferred Memory Size - 24MB or more

[Online User's Guide]

The MagicScan User's Guide is written in HTML and must be viewed using an Internet browser such as Netscape Navigator/Communicator or Microsoft Internet Explorer.  If there is no previously installed browser on your computer you will need to install one in order to view the User's Guide. 
 
You can download Netscape Navigator at http://home.netscape.com or download Microsoft Internet Explorer at http://home.microsoft.com.

The MagicScan User's Guide can be found in the MagicScan folder on the hard drive.

[Default vs. Reset Feature Definition]

1.  The Default function allows users to reset their scanner settings back to the user's saved settings.
  
2. The Reset function allows users to reset their scanner settings back to the UMAX manufacturer's settings.

For more information about using the Default and Reset functions, please see the MagicScan User's Guide.

[Release Notes]

1.  The maximum resolution listed in the Scanner Information window is the maximum interpolated resolution.  

2.  Any "Flip/Rotate" action performed on a scanned image will remain applied until you reset it to "Normal", even if the driver has been closed and reopened.

3.  The "Reset" button does not reset the scan method (i.e. Manual Control), document source (i.e. Transmissive), color space, or resolution.

4.  If you are scanning in "AutoCorrection/binuscan IPM" mode (PhotoPerfect Master version) and do not have the dongle properly installed, you will not be able to scan in CMYK.

5.  The resolution of the Proof Window is dependent on the preview resolution.  The preview resolution will go as high as your system resources will allow.  To set your preview resolution, click on the "dpi" button in the lower left corner of the Preview Window.  A slider tool will open and you can adjust the preview resolution according to your needs.

6.  When the Selection Area marquee and the Preview Frame overlap, place the cursor within the Preview Frame, press the "Option" key, and drag the cursor so that the whole Preview Frame moves.  To change the size and shape of the Preview Frame, press the "Option" key and drag an edge or corner to stretch or contract the Preview Frame.  Dragging without the "Option" key pressed will move the Selection Area marquee if the cursor is within the selection frame or stretch the Selection Area marquee if the cursor is on the marquee border.

7.  When using the "Multiple Scan" or "Batch Scan" modes, all scans must be from the same physical scanner, regardless of the number of scanners connected to that computer.

8.  Before installing Caere OmniPage, make sure you have the "Apple Compatible" driver installed.  Select "Support Apple Compatible Scanner" while installing OmniPage.  After installation, choose "Apple Scan" from Chooser.

[Network Scanning Notes]

1.  The network component, "UMAXShare", can only be installed to the Extensions folder by doing a Custom installation of MagicScan.  

2.  Remove the "UMAXShare" extension from the Extensions folder under the System Folder if you have serious problems using a remote scanner through the network.

3.  If the "UMAXShare" extension is updated, all Macintosh computers on the same network must update the "UMAXShare" extension as well for remote scanner access.   

4.  Cross platform networking is not supported. 

[Scanner Notes]

PowerLook 3000:

Auto Focus will default "On" unless it is turned off.  Turning the Auto Focus "Off" will speed up the scan time.  For more information about Auto Focus, please see the Advanced Controls section of the MagicScan User's Guide.

PowerLook III:

1. The Negative Film Holder is not offered for this model scanner.

2. The PowerLook III Operation Manual says to install binuscan PhotoPerfect software before installing MagicScan.  MagicScan should always be installed before binuscan PhotoPerfect software.

[Troubleshooting]

1. If your scanned images look dirty or have vertical lines, please make sure that your scanner's calibration strip and scanner bed has been cleaned as described in the scanner's Operation Manual.

2. Make sure your scanner is powered on and the ready light is solid before booting up your computer.  If the ready light does not go solid, contact your reseller or UMAX Technical support.

3. If your scanner is chained to other SCSI devices, please be sure that it is using a unique SCSI ID and only the last device on the chain is terminated.