3. Installing the software

Install all the software in your Artix CD-ROM, which includes Microtek ScanWizard Pro and the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler programs.

To do this: Insert the Artix CD-ROM into your CD- ROM drive; the Scanner Software installer should come up automatically.

Note: If the Scanner Software is not automatically displayed, click Start, select Run and type d:\cdsetup (where d: is your CD-ROM drive).

Click on the “Install” option on each software program in the order that it appears on your screen to install the software.

During installation of ScanWizard Pro, make sure you choose Adaptec SCSI Interface Card as your interface type.

After all the software has been installed, shut down your computer.

4. Connecting the scanner

1.Turn off your PC.

2.Plug the 25-pin end of the SCSI cable into the Adaptec card at the back of the computer. Then plug the 50-pin end of the SCSI cable into the back of the scanner.

Note: See the next section for details on termination.

3.Plug the power cord into the back of the scanner and plug the other end of the power cord into a power source or wall outlet.

4.Press the scanner’s power button on the front panel to turn the power on, then wait for the Ready indicator lights also on the front panel of the scanner to stop blinking and to stay on solid.

5.Turn your PC back on. When Windows starts up, it will automatically detect the scanner.

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Artix Scan1100 specifications

The Microtek Artix Scan1100 is a versatile flatbed scanner designed for professionals and small businesses seeking high-quality document and image scanning solutions. As part of Microtek's renowned Artix series, this scanner integrates advanced technologies to deliver exceptional performance while maintaining ease of use.

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In terms of technology, the Artix Scan1100 utilizes a CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) scanning sensor, known for its excellent color accuracy and sharpness. This technology enhances the scanner's ability to render images with a high degree of fidelity, making it perfect for graphic designers and photographers who demand the best quality in their scans.

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