MX390 seriesOnline ManualScanningEnglish
Scanning PhotosYou can scan photos placed on the platen with settings suitable for photos.1.Place the photo on the platen.Placing Items (When Scanning
Images with more data distributed to the shadow sideMove the Mid-point Slider toward the shadow side.Adjusting Histograms (Using the Droppers)When you
Adjusting Tone CurveIn ScanGear (scanner driver)'s Advanced Mode tab, click (Tone Curve Settings).NoteClick Defaults to reset all adjustments i
Adjusting Tone CurveIn Select Tone Curve, select a tone curve from No correction, Overexposure, Underexposure, Highcontrast, Reverse the negative/posi
Edit custom curveYou can drag specific points on the Tone Curve to freely adjust the brightness of the corresponding areas.
Setting ThresholdThe brightness of color and grayscale images is expressed in a value between 0 and 255. However, increating black and white images, a
ScanGear (Scanner Driver) ScreensBasic Mode TabAdvanced Mode TabInput SettingsOutput SettingsImage SettingsColor Adjustment ButtonsPreferences Dialog
Basic Mode TabThis mode allows you to scan easily by following the on-screen steps.This section describes the settings and functions available on the
Documents are scanned in the long-edge binding format, with the end inserted to the ADF beingthe upper end.ImportantSome applications do not support c
In whole image viewWhen no cropping frame is displayed, the entire Preview area will be scanned. When a croppingframe is displayed, the portion within
ImportantApply Auto Document Fix and Correct fading are available when Recommended is selectedon the Color Settings tab of the Preferences dialog box.
Scanning DocumentsYou can scan items placed on the platen with settings suitable for documents.1.Place the item on the platen.Placing Items (When Scan
• (Thumbnail) / (Whole Image)Switches the view in the Preview area.Preview Area• (Rotate Left)Rotates the preview image 90 degrees counter-clockwis
NoteWhen multiple images are previewed, different outlines indicate different selection status.Focus Frame (thick blue outline): The displayed setting
Advanced Mode TabThis mode allows you to make advanced scan settings such as the color mode, output resolution, imagebrightness, and color tone.This s
When you click Save, the item appears in the Favorite Settings list and can be selected, along withthe predefined items.To delete an item, select it i
• ScanStarts scanning.NoteWhen scanning starts, the progress will be displayed. Click Cancel to cancel the scan.When scanning is completed, a dialog b
Deletes the preview image from the Preview area.It also resets the Toolbar and color adjustment settings.• (Crop)Allows you to specify the scan area
(3) Preview Area• Preview AreaThis is where a trial image appears after you click Preview. You can also check the results of thesettings (image correc
Related TopicScanning in Advanced ModeScanning Multiple Documents from the ADF (Auto Document Feeder) in Advanced Mode
Input SettingsInput Settings allows you to set the following items:•Select SourceThe type of document to be scanned is displayed. To scan from the Pla
ImportantThe Orientation dialog box can only be opened when Select Source is Document (ADFSimplex) or Document (ADF Duplex).Binding Location cannot be
Scanning with Favorite SettingsYou can scan items placed on the platen with your favorite settings saved beforehand.This is convenient for saving freq
Output SettingsOutput Settings allows you to set the following items:•Output ResolutionSelect the resolution to scan at.The higher the resolution (val
To enlarge/reduce the scanned image, enter values into (Width) and (Height) inOutput Settings or specify a value (by 1 %) for %. Although the maxi
Image SettingsImportantDo not apply these functions to images without moire, dust/scratches, or faded colors. The color tonemay be adversely affected.
NoteIf the image is not adjusted properly with Auto, specify the document type.The color tone may change from the source image due to the Image Adjust
It is recommended that you select None when scanning printed materials.• Fading CorrectionUse this function to correct photos that have faded with tim
Shadows may not be corrected properly depending on the document. If the page background is notwhite, shadows may not be detected correctly or may not
Color Adjustment ButtonsThe Color Adjustment Buttons allow you to make fine corrections to the image brightness and color tonesincluding adjustments t
Adjust the brightness of an image by selecting the type of graph (tone curve) showing the balance oftone input and output. You can make fine adjustmen
Reset all adjustments (saturation/color balance, brightness/contrast, histogram, and tone curve).
Preferences Dialog BoxClick Preferences... in the ScanGear (scanner driver) screen to open the Preferences dialog box.In the Preferences dialog box, y
Scanning Items Larger than the Platen (Image Stitch)You can scan the left and right halves of an item larger than the platen and combine them back int
Scanner TabOn the Scanner tab, you can specify the following settings.•Quiet SettingsThe silent function allows you to reduce the operating noise of t
• Select Folder Where Temporary Files are SavedDisplays the folder in which to save images temporarily. To change the folder, click Browse... to speci
Preview TabOn the Preview tab, you can specify the following settings.•Preview at Start of ScanGearSelect what to do with Preview when ScanGear (scann
• StandardThe standard size.• SmallerDisplays 95 % (in width and height) of the area displayed for the standard size.NoteWhen you change the Cropping
Scan TabOn the Scan tab, you can specify the following settings.•Status of ScanGear dialog after scanningSelect what to do with ScanGear (scanner driv
• Output by pageOutputs the scanned documents in the correct page order.
Color Settings TabOn the Color Settings tab, you can specify the following settings.•Color AdjustmentSelect one of the following.You can select one wh
Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer)Learn how to place items on the platen or ADF (Auto Document Feeder) of your scanner or printer. Placeite
Placing Multiple ItemsAllow 0.4 inch (1 cm) or more space between theedges (diagonally striped area) of the platen anditems, and between items. Portio
6. Place the item that is to be displayed on the left side of the screen face-down on theplaten.7. Click Start Scanning Image 1.The first item is scan
Adjusting Cropping Frames (ScanGear)"Cropping" is the act of selecting the area you want to keep in an image and discarding the rest whensca
The cursor will change into (Crosshair Arrow) when it is positioned within a cropping frame. Click anddrag the mouse to move the entire cropping fra
You can create multiple cropping frames and apply different scan settings to each cropping frame.You can also select multiple cropping frames by click
General Notes (Scanner Driver)ScanGear (scanner driver) is subject to the following restrictions. Keep these points in mind when using it.Scanner Driv
• Images may not be scanned correctly in some applications. In that case, increase the operatingsystem's virtual memory and retry.• When image si
Useful Information on ScanningAdjusting Cropping Frames (IJ Scan Utility)ResolutionData FormatsColor Matching
Adjusting Cropping Frames (IJ Scan Utility)"Cropping" is the act of selecting the area you want to keep in an image and discarding the rest
ResolutionThe data in the image you have scanned is a collection of dots carrying information about brightness andcolor. The density of these dots is
When you will be printing the scanned image by enlarging it, scan by setting a higher resolution thanthe recommended one above.
Data FormatsYou can select a data format when saving scanned images. You should specify the most suitable dataformat according to how you want to use
9. Click Start Scanning Image 2.The second item is scanned and appears in 2.NoteClick Cancel to cancel the scan.10. Adjust the scanned images as requi
Color Matching"Color Matching" is the act of making adjustments so that the color tones match between the original item,the monitor display,
Other Scanning MethodsScanning with WIA DriverScanning Using the Control Panel (Windows XP Only)
Scanning with WIA DriverYou can scan an item from a WIA (Windows Image Acquisition)-compliant application.WIA is a driver model implemented in Windows
Select the color mode in which to scan the item.• File typeSelect a data format from JPEG, BMP, PNG, and TIFF.•Resolution (DPI)Enter the resolution. S
Selecting Document Feeder for Paper source enables you to select Page size.4. Click Adjust the quality of the scanned picture and set the preferences
Scanning Using the Control Panel (Windows XP Only)You can scan images via the Control Panel of Windows XP using the WIA driver.1.From the Start menu,
Move the slider to adjust the contrast. Moving it to the left will decrease the contrast of the image,thus softening the image. Moving it to the right
Placing Items (When Scanning from a Computer)Learn how to place items on the platen or ADF (Auto Document Feeder) of your scanner or printer. Placeite
Placing Multiple ItemsAllow 0.4 inch (1 cm) or more space between theedges (diagonally striped area) of the platen anditems, and between items. Portio
To scan an item again, select the image in the Preview area or the thumbnail at the top of thescreen, then click (Delete). The selected image is del
Scanning from the Operation Panel of the Machine Forwarding Scanned Data to the Computer Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Basic Setting Items
Forwarding Scanned Data to the Computer Using the OperationPanel of the MachineYou can forward the scanned data to the computer using the operation pa
The following items can be scanned:Photos, postcards, visiting cards, magazines, newspapers, documents, BD/DVD/CDsThe following items cannot be scanne
Scanned data is forwarded to the computer according to the settings specified in Canon IJ ScanUtility.Remove the original on the platen glass or from
Setting Items on the Operation Panel of the MachineYou can change the scan settings such as the scan size, resolution, or data format.Use the button
Selecting a Response to Commands from the Operation PanelUsing IJ Scan UtilityIJ Scan Utility allows you to specify how to respond when scanning from
4. Specify image corrections in Scan Options.5.Specify the file name and other settings in Save Settings.6.Select the application you want to start af
7. Click OK.The responses will be executed according to the specified settings when you start scanning from theoperation panel.
Scanning Multiple Items at One TimeYou can scan two or more photos (small items) placed on the platen at one time and save each imageindividually.Impo
5. Select Select Source according to the items to be scanned.6.Select Auto scan for Paper Size, then click OK.
The IJ Scan Utility main screen appears.NoteSee the following pages for details on the setting items in the Settings dialog box.Settings (Photo Scan)
Scanning Scanning from a Computer Scanning with IJ Scan Utility Scanning with Application Software that You are Using (ScanGear) Useful Information on
Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time from the ADF (AutoDocument Feeder)Place multiple documents on the ADF (Auto Document Feeder) and scan at one t
5. Select Select Source according to the documents to be scanned.To scan only the front side of each document, select Document (ADF/Platen) or Documen
The IJ Scan Utility main screen appears.NoteSee the following pages for details on the setting items in the Settings dialog box.Settings (Document Sca
When Short edge is Selected for Binding Side in Document Scan OrientationSettings...Place the documents without changing the orientation of the output
Saving after Checking Scan ResultsYou can check the scan results, then save the images to a computer.ImportantYou cannot check the scan results before
The IJ Scan Utility main screen appears.NoteSee the following pages for details on the setting items in the Settings dialog box.Settings (Photo Scan)
Scanned images are saved according to the settings.
Sending Scanned Images via E-mailYou can send scanned images via e-mail.NoteThe screens for scanning photos are used as examples in the following desc
NoteYou can add e-mail clients to use for attachments from the pull-down menu.If None (Attach Manually) is selected, manually attach scanned and saved
6. Click Photo.Scanning starts.When scanning is completed, the specified e-mail client starts and the images will be attached to anew message.NoteClic
Scanning from a Computer Scanning with IJ Scan Utility Scanning with Application Software that You are Using (ScanGear) Useful Information on Scanning
Extracting Text from Scanned Images (OCR)Scan text in scanned magazines and newspapers and display it in Notepad (included with Windows).NoteYou can e
NoteWhen My Image Garden is specified, after the image is scanned, the text in the image isextracted and appears in Notepad (included with Windows).5.
Scanning starts.When scanning is completed, the scanned images are saved according to the settings, and theextracted text appears in the specified app
IJ Scan Utility ScreensIJ Scan Utility Main ScreenSettings Dialog BoxSettings (Auto Scan) Dialog BoxSettings (Photo Scan) Dialog BoxSettings (Document
IJ Scan Utility Main ScreenFrom the Start menu, select All Programs > Canon Utilities > IJ Scan Utility > IJ Scan Utility to start IJScan Uti
Settings Dialog BoxThere are three tabs in the Settings dialog box: (Scanning from a Computer), (Scanning fromthe Operation Panel), and (General
(General Settings) TabYou can set the product to use, file size restriction on e-mail attachment, language to detect text in images,and folder in whi
Settings (Auto Scan) Dialog BoxClick Auto Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Auto Scan) dialogbox.In the Settings (
To reduce moire in scans, set Select Source to Magazine in the Settings (Document Scan)dialog box or Settings (Custom Scan) dialog box, then click Doc
You can specify the application from the pull-down menu.• Send to a folderSelect this when you also want to save the scanned images to a folder other
Scanning from the Operation Panel of the Machine Forwarding Scanned Data to the Computer Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Basic Setting Items
Settings (Photo Scan) Dialog BoxClick Photo Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Photo Scan)dialog box.In the Setting
NoteClick Defaults to restore the specified settings to the default settings.•ResolutionSelect the resolution of the item to be scanned.The higher the
Save Settings Dialog BoxImportantWhen the Settings dialog box is displayed from My Image Garden, this option does not appear.(3) Application Settings
Settings (Document Scan) Dialog BoxClick Document Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (DocumentScan) dialog box.In th
When Document (ADF/Platen) is selected and documents are placed both on the platen andADF, those placed on the ADF will be scanned.• Color ModeSelect
NoteThe displayed items vary by Select Source and Color Mode.• Apply Auto Document FixSelect this checkbox to sharpen text in a document or magazine f
Automatically rotates the image to the correct orientation by detecting the orientation of text in thescanned document.ImportantOnly text documents wr
Select this when you want to use the scanned images as they are in an application that allows you tobrowse or organize images.You can specify the appl
Settings (Custom Scan) Dialog BoxClick Custom Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Custom Scan)dialog box.In the Sett
Items printed on thin white paperLong narrow items such as panoramic photosReflective disc labels may not be scanned as expected.Place items correctly
Scanning with IJ Scan UtilityWhat Is IJ Scan Utility (Scanner Software)?Starting IJ Scan UtilityEasy Scanning with Auto Scan BasicScanning PhotosSca
ImportantBinding Side cannot be specified when scanning only the front side of each document.•Compress scanned images upon transferCompresses scanned
Scanning takes longer than usual when you enable this function.• Sharpen outlineEmphasizes the outline of the subjects to sharpen the image.• Reduce s
Save Settings Dialog Box(2) Save Settings Area• File NameEnter the file name of the image to be saved. When you save a file, the date and 4 digits are
• Attach to e-mailSelect this when you want to send e-mails with the scanned images attached.You can specify the e-mail client you want to start from
Settings (Scan and Stitch) Dialog BoxClick Scan and Stitch on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Scan andStitch) dialog box
• Image Processing SettingsClick (Plus) to set the following. Available setting items vary by Select Source.ImportantWhen Color Mode is Black and Wh
(3) Application Settings Area• Open with an applicationSelect this when you want to enhance or correct the scanned images.You can specify the applicat
Settings (ScanGear) Dialog BoxClick ScanGear on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (ScanGear) dialogbox.In the Settings (Sca
• Save inDisplays the folder in which to save the scanned images. To change the folder, specify the destinationfolder in the Select Destination Folder
You can restore the settings in the displayed screen to the default settings.
What Is IJ Scan Utility (Scanner Software)?IJ Scan Utility is an application that allows you to easily scan photos, documents, etc.You can complete fr
Settings (Save to PC (Auto)) Dialog BoxClick Save to PC (Auto) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings(Save to PC (Au
Click (Plus) to set the following.• Apply recommended image correctionApplies suitable corrections automatically based on the item type.ImportantThe
NoteSpecify the application or folder in the Select Application or Select Destination Folder dialog boxdisplayed by selecting Add... from the pull-dow
Settings (Save to PC (Photo)) Dialog BoxClick Save to PC (Photo) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings(Save to PC (
• Data FormatSet from the operation panel.• Settings...Click to display the Data Format Settings dialog box in which you can set the quality of the im
Settings (Save to PC (Document)) Dialog BoxClick Save to PC (Document) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display theSettings (Save t
• Compress scanned images upon transferCompresses scanned images when transferring them to a computer. This is useful when your scanneror printer and
Only text documents written in languages that can be selected from Document Languagein the Settings (General Settings) dialog box are supported.Settin
Settings (General Settings) Dialog BoxClick (General Settings) tab to display the Settings (General Settings) dialog box.In the Settings (General Se
Data Format Settings Dialog BoxDisplay the Data Format Settings dialog box by one of the following operations.• Click Settings... of Save Settings on
ImportantSome functions are available only when My Image Garden is installed.NoteSee "Settings Dialog Box" for how to set the applications t
Save Settings Dialog BoxSelect the Check scan results checkbox in Save Settings of the Settings dialog box to display the SaveSettings dialog box afte
• Data FormatSelect the data format in which to save the scanned images.You can select JPEG/Exif, TIFF, PNG, PDF, or PDF (Multiple Pages).ImportantYou
Image Stitch WindowClick Stitch in the IJ Scan Utility main screen to display the Image Stitch window.You can scan the left and right halves of an ite
Cancels Stitch scan.(2) Toolbar• ToolbarYou can delete the scanned images or adjust the previewed images.• (Delete)Deletes the scanned image.• (Enlarg
• After scanning the first item by clicking Start Scanning Image 1The image is scanned in the direction specified in Scan Direction, and 2 appears nex
Scanning with Application Software that You are Using(ScanGear)What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)?Scanning with Advanced Settings Using ScanGear (Scann
What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)?ScanGear (scanner driver) is software required for scanning documents. It enables you to specify theoutput size and
Scanning with Advanced Settings Using ScanGear (ScannerDriver)Starting ScanGear (scanner driver)Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver)Scanning documents a
Starting IJ Scan UtilityFrom the Start menu, select All Programs > Canon Utilities > IJ Scan Utility > IJ Scan Utility to start IJScan Utilit
Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver)Use ScanGear (scanner driver) to make image corrections and color adjustments when scanning.ScanGear can be started
Scanning in Basic ModeUse the Basic Mode tab to scan easily by following the on-screen steps.See "Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time with Sc
Scan Tab3. Click Preview.Preview image appears in the Preview area.ImportantPreview is not displayed when an ADF type is selected for Select Source.No
Related TopicBasic Mode Tab
Scanning in Advanced ModeUse the Advanced Mode tab to specify the color mode, output resolution, image brightness, color tone,etc. when scanning.See &
5. Set Output Settings.Output Settings6. Adjust the cropping frame (scan area), correct image, and adjust colors as required.Adjusting Cropping Frames
Scanning Multiple Documents from the ADF (Auto DocumentFeeder) in Advanced ModeUse the Advanced Mode tab to specify the image brightness, color tone,
Image SettingsColor Adjustment Buttons6. Click Scan.Scanning starts.NoteClick (Information) to open a dialog box in which you can check the current
Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time with ScanGear(Scanner Driver)You can scan two or more photos (small documents) on the Platen at one time on th
4. Set Destination.5.Set Output Size according to purpose.6. Adjust the cropping frames and set Image corrections as required.NoteYou can correct each
Easy Scanning with Auto ScanYou can scan easily by automatically detecting the item type.ImportantThe following types of items may not be scanned corr
NoteWhen the whole image is displayed, the icon changes to (Whole Image).2.Set Destination.3. Set Output Size according to purpose.Invert aspect rat
Correcting Images and Adjusting Colors with ScanGear(Scanner Driver)Sharpening out-of-focus photos, reducing dust and scratches, and correcting faded
Correcting Images (Unsharp Mask, Reduce Dust and Scratches,Fading Correction, etc.)The Image Settings functions on the Advanced Mode tab of ScanGear (
Reducing show-through in text documents or lightening the base color in recycled paper,newspapers, etc. when scanning documentsSet Reduce Show-through
Correcting photos that have faded with time or due to colorcastSet Fading Correction to Low, Medium, or High according to the degree of fading or colo
Adjusting Colors Using a Color PatternYou can preview color changes and reproduce natural colors by using the color pattern function inScanGear (scann
Below is an example of correcting a bluish image.Since Blue and Green are too strong, click the Yellow and Magenta arrows to correct.Before AfterNoteC
BrightnessAdjust the image brightness. Move (Slider) under Brightness to the left to darken and right to brightenthe image. You can also enter a valu
Adjusting HistogramIn ScanGear (scanner driver)'s Advanced Mode tab, click (Histogram).NoteClick Defaults to reset all adjustments in the curre
More data is distributed to thehighlight side.More data is distributed to theshadow side.Data is widely distributed betweenthe highlight and shadow.Ad
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