Dell 1235cn Smarthru Office, Starting SmarThru Office, Quick Start Guide, Using SmarThru Office

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5 Scanning

Scanning with your machine lets you turn pictures and text into digital files on your computer. Then you can fax or e-mail the files, display them on your web site or use them to create projects that you can print using SmarThru software or the WIA driver.

This chapter includes:

•Smarthru Office

•Scanning Process with TWAIN-enabled Software

•Scanning Using the WIA Driver

NOTES:

•Check the Operating System(s) that are compatible with your printer. Please refer to the OS Compatibility section of Printer Specifications in the Getting started chapter.

•You can check your printer name in the supplied Drivers and Utilities CD.

•The maximum resolution that can be achieved depends upon various factors, including computer speed, available disk space, memory, the size of the image being scanned, and bit depth settings. Thus, depending on your system and what you are scanning, you may not be able to scan at certain resolutions, especially using enhanced dpi.

Smarthru Office

The supplied Drivers and Utilities CD provides you with SmarThru Office. SmarThru Office offers you convenient features to use with your machine.

Starting SmarThru Office

Follow the steps below to start SmarThru Office:

1Ensure that your printer and computer are turned on and properly connected to each other.

2Once you have installed SmarThru Office, you will see the SmarThru Office icon on your desktop.

3Double-click the SmarThru Office icon.

4The SmarThru Office starts.

For more information, click Help> SmarThru Office help.

Quick Start Guide

This menu displays direct buttons for some features. The direct buttons include: Categories, Binder, Life Cycle, Scan and OCR, Fix and Enhance, and Dell Website. You can disable this menu by checking “Do not show this diaglog again”.

Using SmarThru Office

Scanning

1Click scan icon.

NOTES:

•In Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system, you can use SmarThru Office launcher, which is on the right end of taskbar, to easily open the Scan Setting window.

•In other operating systems beside Windows XP, click the

SmarThru icon

in the tray area of the windows taskbar

to activate the SmarThru Office launcher.

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Contents Multi Functional Printer Features of your new laser printer Special FeaturesAbout this USER’S Guide Convention Description ExampleQuick Install Guide Finding More InformationOnline User’s Guide Printer Driver HelpWhat the icons and signs in this user’s guide mean Safety informationImportant Safety Symbols and Precautions AWG American Wire Gauge Contents ID card copying Using special copy features Printing a document Canceling a print job Sending a faxFax setup Scanning by a network connectionUnderstanding display messages Solving other problems Printing from a USB memory deviceBacking up data Managing USB memoryHow to purchase General specificationsPrinter specifications Scanner specificationsFront view Rear view IntroductionPrinter Overview Control Panel Overview Status Description Understanding the Status LEDAcknowledging the Status of the Toner Cartridge Menu Overview Darkness SendingPrinter Driver Features ContentsFeature Windows Macintosh Supplied SoftwareSetting UP the Hardware Getting startedSystem Requirements Microsoft WindowsMacintosh Operating Free System CPU RAM HDD SpaceSetting UP the Network Configuring network protocol via the printerUsing the SetIP program Installing the driver softwareGetting started Printers Basic Settings Auto continue Entering characters using the number keypadUsing the save modes Getting started Loading originals and print media Loading OriginalsOn the scanner glass ADFSelecting Print Media Specifications on print media Type Size Dimensions Weighta CapacitybMedia sizes supported in each mode Mode Size SourceGuidelines for special print media Media Type GuidelinesPaper Changing the Size of the Paper in the Paper TrayPreprinted Slide the tray 1 back into the printer Feeding the print material manually Setting the Paper Size and TypePrinting on Special Print Materials Copying Changing the Settings for Each CopyCopying Changing the Default Copy Settings Using Special Copy FeaturesID Card Copying Up or 4-up copyingSetting Copy Timeout Clone copyingErasing background images Gray enhance copyingSetting scan information in Dell Scan Manager ScanningScanning Basics Scanning from the Control PanelSetting up an e-mail account Click Machine Settings and User AuthenticationScanning by a Network Connection Scanning to EmailSetting UP Address Book Changing the Settings for Each Scan JOBChanging the Default Scan Settings Printing Address Book Searching with a particular first letterPrinting a Document Canceling a Print JOBBasic printing Setting the fax header Adjusting the document settingsResolution FaxingSending a fax automatically Sending a fax manuallyConfirming a transmission Automatic redialingSending a delayed fax Adding pages to a delayed faxCanceling a delayed fax Sending a priority faxReceiving a FAX Receiving in secure receiving mode Activating secure receiving modeReceiving faxes in memory Forwarding faxesFAX Setup Changing the fax setup optionsForwarding received faxes to email address Sending optionsChanging the default document settings Setting up Address BookPrinting sent fax report automatically Speed dial numbersPrinting Address Book Searching Address Book for an entryDeleting a Address Book entry Using USB memory device About USB MemoryPlugging in a USB Memory Device Scanning to a USB Memory DevicePrinting from a USB Memory Device Backing UP DataManaging USB Memory Printing Directly from a Digital CameraDeleting an image file Formatting a USB memory deviceMaintenance Adjusting the Color ContrastPrinting Reports Printing a reportCleaning Your Printer Cleaning the outsideCleaning the inside Clearing MemoryPlug in the power cord and turn the printer on Cleaning the scan unit White sheet ADF Sheet Scanner glass Scanner lidMaintaining the Cartridge Replacing the Toner CartridgeToner cartridge storage Expected cartridge lifeMaintenance Replacing the Imaging Unit Replacing the Waste Toner Container Maintenance Parts To access Embedded Web ServiceManaging Your Printer from the Website Checking the PRINTER’S Serial NumberTroubleshooting Tips for Avoiding Paper JamsClearing Document Jams Exit misfeedClearing Paper Jams Roller misfeedTray Fuser unit areaPaper exit area Fuser leverTroubleshooting Meaning Suggested Solutions Understanding Display MessagesNetwork Error Open Heat ErrorNot Assigned Page/Cancel Job Over Heat ErrorWrong Config Stop Pressed Stop/Clear has beenContinue or Black Only Or Continue or BlackSolving Other Problems Printing problemsCondition Suggested Solutions Condition Possible Suggested Solutions CausePrinting quality problems Dropouts White SpotsVertical lines Color or BlackCopying problems Scanning problems Dell Scan Manager problemsCommon Macintosh problems Fax problemsCommon Windows problems HOW to Purchase Ordering suppliesSupplies TypeSpecifications General SpecificationsCopier Specifications Printer SpecificationsScanner Specifications Facsimile Specifications Glossary ITU-T No chart EthernetEtherTalk Fuser UnitMAC address ModemNetWare OriginalsSubnet Mask Toner CartridgeUNC Path WatermarkClock mode 20 control panel 12 copying IndexReceiving modes 41 redialing Page Software section Contents Sharing the Printer Locally For a USB-connected Select Typical installation for a local printer. Click Next Installing Printer SoftwareInstalling Software for Local Printing Custom Installation Select Custom installation. Click NextInstalling Printer Software in Windows Installing Software for Network Printing Custom Installation Reinstalling Printer Software Select the components you want to reinstall and click Next Removing Printer SoftwarePrinting a Document Select your printer driver from the Name drop-down listSelect Printers and Faxes Select your printer driver icon Printer SettingsPrinting to a file PRN Layout Tab Paper TabColor Mode Graphic TabUsing a Favorite Setting Using HelpOther Options Tab About TabAdvanced Printing Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up PrintingPrinting Posters Printing BookletsPrinting on Both Sides of Paper Printing a Reduced or Enlarged DocumentFitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size NoneUsing Watermarks Using an Existing WatermarkCreating a Watermark Editing a WatermarkUsing Overlays What is an Overlay?Using a Page Overlay Creating a New Page OverlaySetting Up a Host Computer Setting Up a Client ComputerCheck the Share this printer box Double-clickPrinters and FaxesUsing SmarThru Office Smarthru OfficeStarting SmarThru Office Quick Start GuideSetting ProfileScan Select File Send to Send By E-mailScanning Process with TWAIN- enabled Software Scanning Using the WIA DriverSettings, Control Panel, and then Scanners and Cameras Windows XPPrinter Settings Utility Printer Status MonitorFirmware Update Utility Dell Toner Re-order applicationInstalling Software Uninstalling softwareSelect Easy Install and click Install. Easy Install is Select Uninstall and click UninstallSetting Up the Printer For a Network-connectedFor a USB-connected Click Add on the Printer ListPrinting a Document Changing Printer SettingsPrinting Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper GraphicsStart Applications and click Image Capture ScanningScanning with USB Index TWAIN, scan REV