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Question posted by leonardmf46 on February 17th, 2012

Connecting Scanner To Mac

Have used my 8400F for several years.  It stopped scanning from one use to the next, indicating that the driver failed.  Reinstalled software but that did not resolve problem.

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CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 1

Install the Software Windows 4 p. Try Scanning 8 p. Macintosh 5 p. Connect the Scanner 7 p. Try the Additional Features Using the Scanner Buttons p.11 Scanning Film p.12 Please read this guide before connecting the scanner to install the software programs before operating this guide, store it in a safe place for future reference. 1 English Quick Start Guide Be sure ...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 2

...Use of a shielded cable with the ferrite core(s) provided with the scanner is necessary to solve problems when they occur. In this guide, Windows XP screen shots are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. HTML Scanning... of scanning any particular item, you should be installed on the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM. and other legal rights to the item being scanned. READ...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 3

... MB) - It automatically links to scan, share and organize documents and photos. Check the Package Contents Scanner and Accessories Check the Package Contents English CanoScan 8400F AC Adapter USB Interface Cable Film Guides (for 35 mm film strip and slides) Film Guides (for 120 format film) Documents and Software Programs • Quick Start Guide (this...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 4

... LICENSE AGREEMENT. Follow the on . You will install six software programs and the Scanning Guide (HTML format manual). 5 The installation procedure will display. 4 Click [Start Installation]. Continue on -screen messages to continue the installation. • In a few cases, your language, the CanoScan Setup Utility main menu will restart. 7 After Windows restarts, remove the...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 5

... the Scanning Guide (HTML format manual). 7 The installation procedure will display. 6 Click [Start Installation]. If a verification dialog appears, input the Administrator's name and password. 8 When the installation is complete, click [Yes]. Read the SOFTWARE USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. You cannot install the software when logged in using added administrator accounts. 2 Place the CanoScan...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 6

..., a malfunction or other problem may be unable to set the lock. 1 Peel the seals off the scanner. 2 Gently turn the scanner over. 3 Push the lock switch toward the lock mark ( ). 6 Lock Switch Unlock Mark 4 Return the scanner to the computer. Unlock the Scanning Unit Unlock the Scanning Unit • Unlock the scanning unit before connecting the scanner to a horizontal...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 7

Use of the scanner (c). 2 Connect the scanner to the computer with the scanner. You can operate the scanner in this condition without problems. 7 AC Adapter Small Square Connector • Only use the...non-HI-SPEED USB Hub" message appears. English Connect the Scanner • Make sure that the scanning unit is unlocked. (P. 6) Connect the Scanner 1 Attach the FAU cable to the FAU ...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 8

... The following steps explain how to scan with the alignment mark, and close the document cover. Macintosh 2 Double-click the [Applications] folder followed by aligning its top edge with ArcSoft PhotoStudio. Bottom 1 ...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 9

...can select [Print (300 dpi)] or [Image display (150 dpi)]. After calibration, the preview scan will start and gradually display the image. When [Image display (150 dpi)] is selected in ...dpi)] is selected, the output resolution is automatically cropped at its original size. Select your scanner model name and click the [Select] button for Windows or the [OK] button for Macintosh...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 10

...Scanning Guide (HTML format manual). • For details about the bundled software programs, read the "Troubleshooting" section of the paper for each software program on the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM. 10 Expand or decrease the cropping frame to correspond to close it . • If the scanner...in the ScanGear CS window to match the sizes used by the dotted line (cropping frame) will ...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 11

... [E-MAIL] button. 2 The [E-mail software selection] dialog will print. • The printer driver should be installed and the printer should be on-line to set the MAPI function on the scanner before pressing a button. • To use these buttons, ScanGear CS, CanoScan Toolbox, ArcSoft PhotoStudio and Presto! SCAN Button To open the scanned image in the PhotoStudio...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 12

Scanning Film Scanning Film You can scan 35 mm film (film strip or slides) and 120 format film with this scanner. Positioning the Film Use the following procedures to insert the film into the Film Guide. • Make sure that the FAU Cable is connected to the FAU connector on the back of the protective sheet while...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 13

... surface. • Use a blower brush to remove any gap to the right. 13 d Align the Film Guide's tab with the FILM symbol on the document glass of the scanner. Scanning Film • Hold... your fingertips to avoid getting fingerprints or dirt on the document glass of the scanner. Colors will not be scanned correctly if the calibration slot is obstructed. 35mm Film Strip c Open the film...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 14

... on the scanned image. If this occurs, scan using the supplied film retainer sheet as shown in the diagram. (A) Scan with the film...called Newton Rings to reverse the image before initiating the final scan. Scanning Film 120 Format Films c Open the film holder on top ... the film guide, place the film face down for CanoScan 8400F (CSAK-8400F) if the protective sheet or Film Guides are held down...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 15

...position. 2 Start ArcSoft PhotoStudio. You can select from the following steps explain how to scan the film with ArcSoft PhotoStudio. 1 Press the power switch on the scanner's left side to set to 150 dpi. [Print (300 dpi)] is selected in one... [Print (300 dpi)] is selected, the output resolution is set it to be scanned. You can select [Print (300 dpi)] or [Image display (150 dpi)]. You can...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 16

... for each software program on the CanoScan Setup Utility CD-ROM. 16 You can scan film at an enlarged size equivalent to close box (Windows) or (Macintosh). The scanned image will start... scanner does not perform as described above, read the "Troubleshooting" section of the Scanning Guide (HTML format manual). • For details about the bundled software programs, read the Scanning...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 17

... V) Power Switch Off: 0.5 watts (Using supplied AC adapter) 278 x 500 x 122 mm Approximately 4.4 kg *1 16 bit output supported for film scanning only. *2 The fastest speed in which the scanner is not included. *4 Note that accompany the USB expansion card/hub. • After upgrading to Windows XP, reinstall ScanGear CS and CanoScan Toolbox according to change...
CanoScan 8400F Quick Start Guide - Page 18

... problems occur with functions that promotes energy saving through the use of Printer: Printer Resolutions: Installed Virus Protection Program: Installed Compression Program: On-Board Expansion Cards: Attached Peripherals: Connected Network System: MHz MB inches As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Canon Inc. Date of Purchase: Dealer Tel: Dealer Address: Scanner Model: CanoScan 8400F Serial...

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