Specifications
Table Of Contents
- Owner’s Guide
- Trademarks
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- CHAPTER 1. GETTING STARTED…………………………………………………..4
- CHAPTER 2. YOUR FIRST SCAN…………………………………………………..11
- CHAPTER 3. SCANNING BASICS…………………………………………………..14
- CHAPTER 4. PUSH BUTTON SCANNING…………………………………………35
- CHAPTER 5. SCANNING PROJECTS………………………………………………41
- CHAPTER 6. HOW TO GET HELP………………………………………………….50
- APPENDIX A. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………..56
- CHAPTER 1. GETTING STARTED
- Introduction
- Unpacking the Scanner
- Package Contents
- Getting to Know Your Scanner
- System Requirements
- Installing Adobe PhotoDeluxe on the PC
- Installing Adobe PhotoDeluxe on the Macintosh
- Installing the Hardware
- USB Connectors
- Checking Your Computer’s Connectors
- Connecting the USB Cable
- Connecting the UTC (Universal Transparency Cover) Cable on the AstraNET e5470 only
- Connecting the Power Adapter
- Scanning Your First Image With PhotoDeluxe
- Scanning an Image from the PC
- Scanning an Image from the Macintosh
- Turning the Scanner Lamp On and Off
- Setting VistaScan Preferences
- General
- Scan Destination
- Scanner Information
- VistaScan Beginner Window Features
- Selecting the Scan to Device or Application
- VistaScan Advanced Features
- Changing the Image Mode
- Changing the Resolution Setting
- Table 1. Resolution/File-Size Guidelines
- Changing the Descreen Feature
- Changing the Filter Setting
- Changing the Scale Factor
- Using the Auto Adjustment Feature
- Using the Scan Control Unit
- Using the Multiple Scan Mode
- Using the Color Adjustment Features
- Adjusting the Image Tones
- Adjusting the Color Balance
- Rotating/Inverting an Image
- Using VistaAccess – Direct Access
- Using VistaShuttle
- Using the UMAX Copy Utility
- Configuring the Push Buttons
- Using the Push Buttons
- Using VistaScan to Scan a Photo to E-mail
- Using VistaScan with PhotoDeluxe to Create Web-ready Images
- Creating a Calendar with PhotoDeluxe
- Converting Scanned Text to Editable Text with OmniPage
- Converting Scanned Text with OmniPage LE
- Using Online Manuals
- Troubleshooting
- Contacting Technical Support
- Maintenance
- Cleaning
- Scanner Specifications
- Trademarks
CHAPTER 1. GETTING STARTED
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the UMAX AstraNET e5320/5470 scanner. This versatile unit is perfect for the
home or office use. Use this scanner to add variety and flair to your documents, or to help you share
images with others.
The AstraNET e5420/5470 scanner is equipped with a USB connector that allows you to make a fast and
easy connection to the USB port on your PC, or USB-equipped Macintosh computer (such as the iMac, G3,
or G4).
In addition to being easy to connect, this scanner is also easy to use. Simply follow the instructions in this
guide and you’ll be scanning in no time. With the powerful software included with your scanner, you can
create an archive of scanned images, e-mail or fax images to friends or clients, or create your own web site
gallery. Get read to unleash your creativity with the UMAX AstraNET e5420/5470 scanner.
Unpacking the Scanner
Your scanner package includes the cables and software you need to get the scanner up and running. The
scanner package should contain all of the items listed below. If you do not find all of the listed items,
contact the retailer from whom you purchased the scanner, or contact UMAX. For information about
contacting UMAX directly, refer to Chapter 6. How to Find Help.
Package Contents
• UMAX AstraNET e5420/5470 Flatbed scanner (built-in Universal Transparency Cover included with
the AstraNET e5470)
• USB Interface Cable
• Quick Install Guide and Owner’s Manual
• Power Adapter
• Bundled Software CD-ROM
• Transparency Holder (included with the AstraNET e5470)
• Astra Scanners CD-OM. This CD-ROM contains UMAX scanner driver – VistaScan and other
bundled software.
Getting to Know Your Scanner
To gain a complete understanding of the information contained in this manual, it is important that you
become familiar with your scanner. The graphics below identify the key scanner components.
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