Scanning Using Samsung SmarThru | Samsung SCX-4321, SCX-4521F

6 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 Samsung SmarThru software or the WIA driver.

This chapter includes:

•Scanning Using Samsung SmarThru

•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 your Printer User’s Guide.

•You can check your printer name in the supplied CD- ROM.

•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.

Scanning Using Samsung SmarThru

Samsung SmarThru is the accompanying software for your machine. With SmarThru, scanning is the proverbial piece of cake.

NOTE: You can use SmarThru 4 in Windows 98 or higher.

Installing Samsung SmarThru

1Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.

2Click Install SmarThru.

3Click Next.

4Follow the on-screen instructions and click Next.

5Select the installation type and click Next.

The software installation supports two types of setup:

•Typical: The program will be installed with the most common options and is recommended for most users.

•Custom: You may choose the options you want to install.

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Samsung SCX-4321, SCX-4521F manual Scanning Using Samsung SmarThru, Installing Samsung SmarThru, Click Install SmarThru

Contents

Page About the User’s Guide Contents Printing a Document Canceling a Print Job Available Fax Setup OptionsCanceling a Scheduled Fax Scanning Basics Cleaning the Drum General Specifications 10.1Printer Specifications 10.2 Clearing the Memory Important Precautions and Safety Information Laser Safety StatementOzone Safety Use only No.26 AWG or larger telephone line cord Mercury Safety Power SaverRecycling Radio Frequency Emissions Ringer Equivalence Number Declaration of Conformity European CountriesReplacing the Fitted Plug for UK Only You should also know that Wires in the mains lead have the following color code Neutral Differences Between British and American English British English American English Special Features Introduction Front View Rear View Understanding Component LocationsThese are the main components of your machine Control Panel Functions Getting Started Unpacking Installing the Toner Cartridge Selecting a LocationClearance Space Left 3.9 in./100 mm enough space for ventilation Loading Paper Making Connections Load paper with the print side facing upIf you have SCX-4321 Skip this step and proceed to step For France users only Getting Started Turning the Machine On Installing Printer Software System RequirementsPrograms for Windows Macintosh Driver Printer Driver Features Setting LanguageSetting Country Feature Setting the Machine ID Entering Characters Using Number KeypadKeypad Letters and Numbers Changing Numbers or Names Setting the Paper Size and Type Setting the Date and TimeChanging the Clock Mode Using the Save Modes Speaker, Ringer, Key Sound, and Alarm SoundSpeaker Volume Toner Save Mode Setting the Dial Mode Machine is connected Paper Handling Selecting Print MaterialsPaper Type, Input Sources, and Capacities Paper Type Input Tray/Capacity Guidelines for Paper and Special Materials Using the Tray Using the Manual TrayVerifying an Output Location Tray holds 150 sheets of paper Loading Paper for Copying CopyingPreparing a Document Adjust the document guides to the document size Making Copies on the Document GlassMaking Copies from the Automatic Document Feeder Lift and open the document cover Setting Copy Options DarknessOriginal Type Reduced/Enlarged Copy Using Special Copy Features Clone CopyingCollation Copying Auto Fit Copying Up or 4 Up Copying ID Card CopyingPoster Copying Setting the Time Out Option Changing the Default SettingsSetting the Favorite Copy Option Canceling a Print Job Printing a Document Canceling a Print JobFrom the Document menu, select Cancel Printing Basic Printing Scanning Basics ScanningYour SCX-4x21 Series offers four ways to scan. These are Available Fax Setup Options Changing the Fax Setup optionsOption Description On, Off, and On-Err, which prints only when a For more information about using the codeDrpd Mode on You can select the default fax receiving mode Loading a Document To fax a document using the Automatic Document Feeder ADFTo fax a document from the document glass Mode Recommended for Adjusting the Document ResolutionSending a Fax Automatically Sending a Fax Manually Redialing the Last NumberConfirming Transmission Automatic Redialing Receiving Automatically in Fax Mode Receiving Manually in Tel ModeReceiving Automatically in Ans/ Fax Mode About Receiving Modes Receiving Faxes Using the Drpd Mode Receiving Manually Using an Extension TelephoneReceiving Faxes in the Memory Sending a Fax using a Speed Dial Number Setting a Group Dial NumberSpeed Dialing Group Dialing Searching for a Number in Memory Editing Group Dial NumbersSearching Sequentially through the Memory Press Phone Book Sending Broadcast Faxes Printing a Phonebook ListSearching with a Particular First Letter Sending a Priority Fax Sending a Delayed FaxIf you do not want to assign a name, skip this step Canceling a Scheduled Fax Adding Documents To a Scheduled Fax Using Secure Receiving Mode Printing Reports Using Advanced Fax Settings Changing Setting OptionsAdvanced Fax Setting Options Power Failure Report Maintenance Clearing the Memory Setting the Machine to be Checked by Phone Cleaning Your MachineCleaning the Outside Cleaning the Inside Cleaning the Scan Unit Maintaining the Toner CartridgeToner cartridge storage Saving toner Redistributing Toner Setting the Notify Toner OptionReplacing the Toner Cartridge Ignoring the Toner Empty Message Cleaning the DrumItems Yield Average Replacing the ADF Rubber Pad Clearing Document Jams TroubleshootingInput Misfeed Exit Misfeed TrayManual Tray Message Location of Jam Go to Fuser Area or Around the Toner Cartridge Paper Exit Area Display Meaning Suggested solutions Clearing LCD Error MessagesTips for Avoiding Paper Jams Low Heat Error Unplug the power cordOpen Heat Error Service Solving Other Problems Paper Feeding ProblemsCondition Suggested solutions Stop/Clear Printing Problems Condition Possible cause Suggested solutions Printing Quality Problems Light or fadedPrint Toner specs Condition Suggested solutions Background Scatter Distributed on the printed Copying Problems Scanning Problems Common Linux Problems Problem Possible Cause and Solution Problems in Printer Setup Utility Common Macintosh ProblemsSoftware. See Software User’s Guide Specifications General Specifications Scanner and Copier Specifications Printer SpecificationsCompatibility Twain standard / WIA standard Scanning method Module Paper Specifications Facsimile SpecificationsOverview Guidelines for Using Paper Paper Dimensions Weight CapacitySymptom Problem with Paper Solution Supported Sizes of Paper Paper Specifications Paper Output CapacityPaper Storage Environment Envelopes Envelopes with Double Side Seams Envelopes with Adhesive Strips or FlapsEnvelope Margins Envelope Storage Index Page Software User’s Guide Contents Sharing the Printer Locally Using Your Printer with a Macintosh Installing Printer Software in Windows Installing Printer Software in Windows Choose the type of installation Reinstalling Printer Software Removing Printer Software Select your printer driver from the Name drop-down list Printer Settings Layout TabOrientation Layout Options Paper Tab CopiesSize Scaling Resolution Toner Save ModeGraphics Tab Advanced Options About Tab Extras TabPrinter Tab Using a Favorite Setting Using Help Advanced Printing Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up Printing Printing Posters Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document Using Watermarks Using an Existing WatermarkFitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size Click OK and start printing Advanced Printing Creating a Watermark Editing a WatermarkDeleting a Watermark Watermark section. The Edit Watermark window appears Using Overlays What is an Overlay?Creating a New Page Overlay Edit Overlay window, click Create Overlay Deleting a Page Overlay Using a Page OverlayClick Delete Overlay Setting Up a Host Computer Setting Up a Client ComputerSharing the Printer Locally Check the Share this printer box Using Printer Settings Utility Scan Settings TabRestore Defaults To exit, click the Exit button at the bottom of each tab Firmware Update Tab Phonebook Tab fax available Scanning Using Samsung SmarThru Installing Samsung SmarThruClick Install SmarThru Custom You may choose the options you want to install Uninstalling Samsung SmarThru Using Samsung SmarThru Using Onscreen Help File Scanning Process with TWAIN- enabled Software Scanning Using the WIA Driver Installing the MFP Driver Using Your Printer in LinuxGetting Started Installing the MFP Driver Using the MFP Configurator Uninstalling the MFP DriverOpening the MFP Configurator Click Uninstall Printers Configuration Scanners ConfigurationPrinters Tab Classes Tab MFP Ports Configuration Configuring Printer PropertiesSharing Ports Between Printers and Scanners Printing Files Printing from ApplicationsTo print any document file Scanning a Document Click Properties Adding Job Type Settings Using the Image EditorYou can use the following tools to edit the image Using Your Printer with a Macintosh Installing Software for MacintoshInstall the Printer driver Uninstalling the Printer driver Setting Up the Printer Install the Scan driverUninstalling the Scan driver For a Network-connected Macintosh Changing Printer Settings Layout SettingPrinting Printing a Document Printer Features Setting Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of PaperPaper Type Select the page order from the Layout Direction option Scanning Index Toner save 10 true-type option Toner save, set 10 TWAIN, scan Rev.1.0