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Spectrum XF Operator Manual Figure 6.40: Separator Roller Assembly...89 Figure 6
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Note The procedure for replacing the front and rear skimmer assembly rollers is the same. To replace the skimmer roller
6 Operator Maintenance Figure 6.37: Removing the Roller 5. Place the new roller on the roller shaft so that the larger opening faces the gear. 6.
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6 Operator Maintenance Figure 6.40: Separator Roller Assembly 10. Slide the new separator roller sleeve onto brake assembly. The brake assembly is
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Note Different types of documents and their condition may require more frequent cleanings to avoid intermittent multifeed
6 Operator Maintenance 6.5.2 Replacing the Print Cartridge To replace the print cartridge, follow the procedure below: 1. Remove the empty print
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 6.5.3 Storing the Print Cartridge To get optimal use out of your imprinter, the print cartridge should be removed from
7 Troubleshooting 7 Troubleshooting This section contains troubleshooting information regarding scanner components. Refer to the following table f
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 7.1 Error Messages Scanner Status Error Condition Message Displayed Explanation/Remedy Cover is open “Close cover” T
7 Troubleshooting Error Condition Message Displayed Explanation/Remedy Interface Slot Error “Bad/missing EGSA board” The power up self test repor
List of Tables List of Tables Table 1: Spectrum XF Scanner Specifications...11 Table 2
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Error Condition Message Displayed Explanation/Remedy Back Lamps Error “Check back lamps” The back lamp sensor indicate
7 Troubleshooting Error Condition Message Displayed Explanation/Remedy Multifeed Error (Notify) “Multifeed” (Stop) Line 1: “Multifeed – To resume
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Imprinter Error Condition Message Displayed Explanation/Remedy Front Printer’s Ink Low Error “Front Printer – ink low”
7 Troubleshooting Error Condition Message Displayed Explanation/Remedy Software Debugging Trap “File xxxxx.c LINE yyy” Machine control software h
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8 Glossary 8 Glossary ADF (Automatic Document Feed) mode - The manner in which documents are moved from the Automatic Document Feeder into the sca
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Controlled documents – Controlled documents is the name used to refer to a batch of documents which require scanning that
8 Glossary Imprinter – A scanner option that allows for front page pre-scan imprinting of a string of alphanumeric characters on documents (imprint
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Power cord - The cord that connects the scanner to AC power. Power cord receptacle - The connector at the rear of the scan
8 Glossary Separation roller – The separator roller is the lower feeder roller. It holds back all but the top page in the stack of documents to be s
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Compliances Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class
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9 Index 9 Index A AC Power Connection · 19 ADF Cork Pad · 16, 121 Sensor · 94 Troubleshooting · 111 ADF Extension Tray · 37 Location · 37 ADF Jams
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Preventing Jams and Multifeeds · 56 Scanning · 69 Scanning · 69 Scanning Documents · 69 Sizes · 12, 56 Skew · 71, 111 Skew
9 Index Print Cartridge - Storing · 108 Print Cartridge Removal · 106, 107 Print Cartridge Replacement · 50, 107 Print Cartridge Storage · 108 Print
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Schedule · 78 Sensor & Transport Cleaner Can · 92, 94 Separator Roller · 105 Separator Roller - Cleaning · 105 Separat
9 Index R G B Settings · 65 Scanning Parameters · 54 Test Mode · 60 Troubleshooting · 2, 27, 28, 110, 111 Operational Overview · 2, 12, 14, 22 Power
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Safety Interlock · 94 Separator Access Door · 103 Separator Roller · 105 Separator Roller · 105 Separator Roller Sleeve As
9 Index Throughput · 1, 68 Hole Size · 61 Reset Transport Speed · 60 Transport · 12 Test Mode · 60 Transport Path Cleaning Sheets · 91 Transport Cov
Compliances communicate through a series of beeps to convey meaning (in addition to its visual display) allowing users with visual impairments to op
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Symbols You Should Know You will see three types of symbols in this manual: a Warning symbol; a Caution symbol; and a No
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Spectrum XF Operator Manual 1.1 How this Manual is Organized This manual is divided into the following eight major sections: • 1 Introduction T
1 Introduction 1.2 Safety Guidelines Please read these safety guidelines before you operate or maintain the scanner. Any machine can be dangerous t
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2 Receipt and Operating Environment 2 Receipt and Operating Environment This section addresses the receipt of your scanner; what you should expe
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Contact Information On the Web: www.bbhscanners.com United States Böwe Bell + Howell Scanner Division 760 S. Wolf Ro
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 3. Remove the plastic shipping bag and the packaging inserts from the top of the scanner. Figure 2.1: Removing the
2 Receipt and Operating Environment What You Should Have Received The following items are included in each shipment: • Spectrum XF scanner with AD
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 2.2 Repacking of the Scanner Warning The scanner is heavy and should always be moved by two people. Caution Do not
3 Scanner Overview 3 Scanner Overview System specifications and guidelines for both the scanner and the host PC are provided in this section. How
Spectrum XF Operator Manual uniform; differing in size and weight. The scanner minimizes prep work by handling both controlled and uncontrolled docume
3 Scanner Overview Feeder Capacity Single feeder with 500-sheet mode, 100-sheet mode, and manual feed mode Environmental Requirements Temperature =
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Figure 3.2: Front View of Spectrum XF ADF (Automatic Document Feeder or Feeder) The ADF is made of stainless steel a
3 Scanner Overview Side Document Exit Guides and a Document Stop Guide assist in stacking documents as they exit the scanner’s transport. The Side
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Figure 3.4: Rear View of Scanner Diagnostic Interface The diagnostic interface plug is located in the lower left co
3 Scanner Overview Power Receptacle The power receptacle for your scanner is located just left of the vertical air vent located along the rear right
Release Notes Release Notes Item Status Location in Manual Detail SharpShooterTM Logo Revised Throughout Replaced original logo with final design
Spectrum XF Operator Manual To connect the scanner to the host PC, follow the procedure below: 1. Connect the SCSI cable supplied with the scanner t
4 Operational Overview 4 Operational Overview Before you begin to scan documents, there are some functions of the scanner you should know. This se
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Note You must power on your scanner and have the Home menu displayed before booting up the host PC. 6. Boot up the host
4 Operational Overview CLEANING MENU Key The CLEANING MENU key is located on the far left side of the control panel, directly under the MULTIFEED IG
Spectrum XF Operator Manual + Key The + key (plus key) is used to increment or toggle between values displayed in a menu on the control panel’s LCD.
4 Operational Overview through the different menus used to setup scanner parameters, scanner attributes, and scanner component specifications and ma
Spectrum XF Operator Manual SCANNER INITIALIZING When you apply power to the scanner or request a reset through the application software, the scanner
4 Operational Overview LOAD PAPER (Home Menu) A status of LOAD PAPER is the message displayed on the LCD after initialization is complete, the scann
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Note Instructions for the following scanner configuration features contained within the Spectrum Setup menu are documente
4 Operational Overview 2. From the Beep Volume menu, press the + key or the – key to increase or decrease the current beep volume setting by select
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Item Status Location in Manual Detail Added additional instruction Revised Cleaning the Transport AreaWas: Place one o
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 4.3.5 Setting the ADF Operation Mode There are two settings the user can select which define how the ADF will operate d
4 Operational Overview (Click Cancel) (Click OK) To set the ADF Operation mode, perform the following: 1. From the System Setup menu, press t
Spectrum XF Operator Manual is available. Many customers take advantage of this feature in order to preserve the scanner’s original settings. Regard
4 Operational Overview To change the Menu Access code, follow the procedure below: 1. Press the CLEAR key to return to the Home menu. 2. Enter the
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Note When the Document Feed Guides are not set to the correct width, you may notice a slight skewing of the documents. If
4 Operational Overview Figure 4.19: Removing the ADF Extension Tray 2. Push up with your fingers while pulling the ADF Extension Tray away from
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 4.3.10 Document Stacking in the Exit Tray . As documents leave the scanner, they are placed face down in the Exit Tray i
4 Operational Overview 3. If you are going to scan very short documents such as checks, slide the Document Stop Guide in toward the transport exit.
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 4.4 Optional Imprinter Note If your scanner does not have an imprinter, proceed to 5 Normal Operating Routine in this m
4 Operational Overview Print Resolution Horizontal: 96 dpi Vertical: Variable based upon scanning resolution Ink Jet Print Cartridges The imprinter
Table of Contents Table of Contents Contact Information...
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Note If you do not see the above menu, you may not have the imprinter feature. If you are certain that you should, this
4 Operational Overview 5. The following menu will appear showing the current base imprint string: Figure 4.29: Base Imprint String Example 6.
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 4.4.3 Setting the Imprint Font Attributes Note The imprinter must be off to change the font settings. To set the fon
4 Operational Overview To set the Imprint Delay, perform the following: 1. From the Set Font Attributes menu, press the F3 key [DELAY]. Press th
Spectrum XF Operator Manual There is also a fifth location the Imprinter can be moved to, which is called the SERVICE position. It is to the far, out
4 Operational Overview 8. Using the green imprinter handle, move the imprinter mechanism in the position that you would like to endorse the documen
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 6. Press the F1 key [OK]. The document will feed into the scanner and a black rectangle will be printed on the document.
4 Operational Overview To disable the imprinter, remove the ink cartridge while in the SERVICE position and slide the imprinter to one of the four e
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5 Normal Operating Routine 5 Normal Operating Routine Normal scanner operation includes the following: • Initializing the scanner; • Setting v
Spectrum XF Operator Manual CLEAR Key ...20 STOP Key...
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Determining Width, Length and Thickness The scanner can scan documents that fall within the specifications in Table 5: Mo
5 Normal Operating Routine Batch Size: Full Figure 5.1: Batch Size Menu To set the batch size, follow the steps below: 1. From the Home menu,
Spectrum XF Operator Manual To scan in ADF mode, follow the procedure below: 1. From the Home menu, press the RIGHT ARROW key until the Select Feeder
5 Normal Operating Routine Assisted Manual Feed Mode For scanning individual documents, Assisted Manual mode can also be used. This is considered a
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 2. From the Select Feeder Mode menu, determine whether or not the scanner is already in Manual mode. If it is, press the
5 Normal Operating Routine 5.2.5 Setting Multifeed Detection Parameters The Multifeed Detector uses ultrasonic technology to sense air gaps betwe
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 4. Press the CLEAR key to return to the Home menu. 5.2.6 Setting the Advanced Color Drop Feature Note The Advanced
5 Normal Operating Routine Assuming the Advanced Color Drop menu is available via the scanner’s OI, perform the following to define custom colors to
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 1. Making sure the scanner is fully warmed up, the cameras have been recently calibrated, and the Brightness and Contrast
5 Normal Operating Routine FRONT/BACK menu. Select FRONT or BACK; the Color Drop: Custom Color 1 menu is then displayed. 13. R G B values for Custo
Table of Contents 5.3.1 Scanning a Full Batch of Documents ...59 5.3.2 Multifeed Document Handl
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Figure 5.8: Negative Image Menu 3. Press the F1 key [FRONT] to select the front camera. 4. Press either the + key [ON]
5 Normal Operating Routine To adjust the camera gamma setting, perform the following: 1. From the Home menu, press the RIGHT ARROW key until the Im
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 5.2.10 Setting the Doc Prep Level Doc Prep allows the user to slow down the scanner’s throughput in the event the docum
5 Normal Operating Routine 5.3.1 Scanning a Full Batch of Documents Now that you have set up scanner parameters and made any necessary adjustment
Spectrum XF Operator Manual into the exit tray. At this point the following menu is displayed on the scanner’s OI and one of two actions can be taken
5 Normal Operating Routine 5.3.4 Clearing Document Jams Follow the directions below to clear a document jam in the scanner: 1. If a jam occurs,
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Note If you cannot clear the jam, contact your service representative. Please refer to the Contact Information page in t
6 Operator Maintenance 6 Operator Maintenance This section covers the maintenance of your scanner: how to order parts kits specific to XF; informa
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Scanned: NEXT Figure 6.2: Total Pages Scanned Counter 3. Press the F3 key [NEXT] to view the total hours
6 Operator Maintenance 3. Press the F3 key [NEXT] to view the scanner firmware revision number. 4. Press the F3 key [NEXT] to view the feeder revisio
Spectrum XF Operator Manual List of Figures Figure 2.1: Removing the Plastic Packaging ...
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Activity # Hours of Operation Symptoms Clean skimmer rollers (ADF) Once per day, or as needed Skewed documents Multifeed
6 Operator Maintenance Figure 6.8: Glass Flat Image Dust or smudges on the glass flat can cause vertical streaks or make the image fuzzy; therefor
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Figure 6.9: Preparing to Remove the Glass Flat 3. Push down on the right side of the glass flat and slide it to the r
6 Operator Maintenance 2. Using the Optic Cleaning Pad, carefully clean the front and back surfaces of the glass. Inspect the glass flat after clean
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Figure 6.11: Glass Cover To clean the glass cover, perform the following: 1. Power off the scanner. 2. Lift the sca
6 Operator Maintenance Figure 6.13: Removing the Lamp Assembly 5. Insert the Tech Wipe into the scanner where the lamp assembly usually resides.
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Note For the purpose of this procedure Figure 6.15 was taken from the back of the scanner with the back scanner cover re
6 Operator Maintenance Note With duplex scanners, make sure to clean the back camera’s glass cover (6.4.3 Cleaning the Back Camera Glass Cover) befo
Spectrum XF Operator Manual during the warm-up period, the scanner will continue to prompt for re-calibration until a successful calibration is perfor
6 Operator Maintenance 12. Press the CLEAR key to return to the Home menu, reset the initial scanner feed mode (refer to section 5.2.3 Document Feed
List of Figures Figure 5.4: Color Drop: Custom 1 Menu...54 Figure 5.5: Color
Spectrum XF Operator Manual To clean the skimmer rollers, follow the procedure below: 1. Remove all documents from the ADF and exit tray. 2. Press t
6 Operator Maintenance 12. Press the STOP key, and then the CLEAR key. 13. Discard the used skimmer cleaning sheet. 14. Clean the separator roller (s
Spectrum XF Operator Manual 2. Power off the scanner. 3. Remove any documents in the exit tray. 4. Open the scanner transport cover, lifting it as
6 Operator Maintenance Figure 6.26: Page Entry Receiver Sensors Figure 6.27: Page Exit Receiver Sensors 6. Close the scanner transport cover.
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Figure 6.28: The ADF Sensor 6.4.9 Cleaning and Replacing the Lamps Note When the side access panel is opened, a sa
6 Operator Maintenance Note With duplex scanners, both the front and back lamps should be replaced at the same time for the best reliability and imag
Spectrum XF Operator Manual are a common source of these conditions. Replace lamps in pairs if necessary. 11. Close the side access panel. 12. Close
6 Operator Maintenance Lamp ReplacementFRONT BACK Figure 6.31: Lamp Replacement Menu 14. If you replaced the front lamps only or both the front-p
Spectrum XF Operator Manual Removing the Skimmer Assembly To remove the skimmer assembly, take the following steps: 1. Shut down the host PC. 2. P
6 Operator Maintenance 2. Power off the scanner. 3. Open the scanner transport cover. 4. Raise the auto/manual feed lever located to the left of t
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