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QPIX CBS1400
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CBS1400
MULTI-FUNCTION
COMBO SCANNER
CONVERTS FILMS / SLIDES / PHOTOS &
NAMECARDS INTO DIGITAL IMAGES
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Questions and Answers

Summary

Safety Precautions

Package Contents

Description of Parts

Loading Slides

Loading Negatives and 110 Film

Loading Photos and Name Cards

General Operations

Quick Start Guide

Provides a quick guide to start using the scanner's main functions.

Capture Operations

Main Menu and Modes

Explains the main menu structure for Film and Photo modes, and the no memory card indicator.

Adjusting Image Properties

Details brightness and color adjustments in capture mode.

Mirror and Flip Functions

Allows mirroring or flipping images before capture to correct orientation.

Capture and Edit Menu

Describes entering the edit menu, saving, canceling, or returning to the main menu.

Saving and Canceling Captures

Explains how to save or cancel captured images and return to the main menu.

Memory Full Status

Indicates what happens when the scanner's memory is full.

Media Formatting

Playback Operations

Auto Slide Show

Displays all stored images in a slideshow with a 2-second interval.

Playback Edit Menu

Options to exit, delete images, or return to the main menu.

Single Picture Playback

Allows browsing individual pictures and accessing edit functions.

Deleting Images

How to select and delete the current image.

Returning to Main Menu

How to return to the main menu from playback mode.

No Image Indicator

Shows the symbol displayed when no images are available.

Film Type Selection

Photo Effects and Cropping

Effect Options

Allows changing color effects to multicolor or black and white.

Crop Proportion Settings

Adjusts crop proportions for photos and name cards.

Business Card Reader Software

Name Card Recognition

Process for recognizing name card data after scanning.

Editing Scanned Name Cards

Window for editing individual fields of a scanned name card.

Manual Name Card Editing

Allows manual changes to name card content and image rotation.

Adding New Business Cards

Function to create and add a new business card entry.

Software Features

Multi-language OS Support

Nimocard supports multiple operating systems in different languages.

OCR for Multiple Languages

Advanced OCR engine supports multiple languages for text recognition.

Business Card Management

Allows editing, sorting, importing, and exporting business card information.

Quick Search Functionality

Enables fast text-based searching of business card information.

Business Card Printing

Provides templates for printing business cards on various media.

Data Backup Options

Supports local file backup and internet server backup for data.

Scanner Settings

Resolution Adjustment

Change the scan resolution between 14M and 22M.

Language Selection

Change the scanner's interface language from available options.

USB Mode

Connects the scanner to a PC as a mass storage device.

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications

Overview

The CBS1400 Multi-Function Combo Scanner is a versatile device designed to convert films, slides, photos, and name cards into digital images. It boasts a 14-megapixel CMOS sensor and offers a 22M interpolation resolution for high-quality digital output.

Function Description:

The CBS1400 acts as a comprehensive digitizer for various analog media. It can scan 135 positive slides, 135 negative films, 110 films, and a range of photo sizes including 5"x7" (5R), 4"x6" (4R), and 3½"x5" (3R), as well as name cards. The device features a 2.4-inch LTPS LCD display for live preview and on-screen menu navigation. It can store captured images on an SD/MMC card or its built-in internal memory (used when no SD card is inserted). For business cards, it integrates with NIMOCARD software, a professional business card scanning and management tool. This software uses an advanced OCR engine to convert card images into text, categorize information, and allows for manual editing, import/export to applications like Microsoft Outlook, and data backup.

Important Technical Specifications:

  • Sensor: 14 mega pixels CMOS sensor
  • Scan High Resolution: 22M interpolation resolution
  • LCD: 2.4 inch LTPS LCD Display
  • External Memory: SD/MMC card
  • Exposure: Auto
  • Color Balance: Auto
  • Data Conversion: 24 bits per color channel
  • Scan Method: Single pass
  • Light Source: 16 white LED/Backlight (3 white LED)
  • LED Light Lifetime: 10000 times
  • Power: Powered from USB/5V adapter
  • Interface: USB 2.0
  • Dimensions: 294.7mm(L) x 229.7mm(W) x 191.1mm(H)
  • Weight: 1810g
  • Lens (Film): 3G2P F/NO=3.98, f=5.22, Film Range: 51.5mm
  • Lens (Photo): F/NO=3.4, f=5.12, Photo Range: 170mm
  • Supported Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese

Usage Features:

Quick Start:

  1. Insert a memory card into the device.
  2. Push the switch to the left for film scanning or to the right for photo scanning.
  3. Insert the appropriate Slide/Negative Holder or align photographs with the respective photo holders (5x7 (5R), 4x6 (4R), 3½x5 (3R), name card).
  4. Apply power via USB cable to PC or 5V adapter.
  5. Press the POWER button to turn on the scanner.
  6. Follow on-screen menu for scanning.
  7. Remove the memory card after scanning.

The main menu displays options for Language, USB mode, Capture mode, Format, Playback mode, Film Type, and Resolution.

The main menu displays options for Language, USB mode, Capture mode, Format, Playback mode, Effect (multicolor, B&W), and Crop proportion (5"x7", 4"x6", 3½"x5", name card).

Capture Mode:

  • Live Preview: An indicator on the top left corner shows live preview.
  • Brightness and Color Adjustment: Press ENTER to enter EV value mode, then LEFT/RIGHT to adjust brightness (EV), red (R), green (G), and blue (B) values. Press ENTER to confirm.
  • Mirror/Flip: Use LEFT/RIGHT buttons in live preview mode to mirror or flip the image, correcting orientation if the film is placed upside down or flipped.
  • Saving Images: Press the SCAN button in live preview to select the image. The save icon will be highlighted. Press ENTER to save to internal memory or memory card.
  • Canceling Edits: Select the Cancel icon and press ENTER to discard edits.
  • Home: Select the Home icon and press ENTER or SCAN to return to the main menu.

Playback Mode:

  • Auto Slide Show: Displays all images stored in memory with a 2-second interval. Press ENTER to pause.
  • Single Picture Playback: From slide show mode, press ENTER to browse individual pictures using LEFT/RIGHT.
  • Edit Menu (Playback): Press ENTER in single picture playback to access options: Exit (return to slide show), Delete (delete current picture), Home (return to main menu).
  • Deleting Images: In playback, select the delete icon with LEFT/RIGHT and press ENTER.
  • No Picture: If no images are stored, a "No File" symbol appears.

Film Type Selection:

In film scanner mode, enter the Film Type menu. Use LEFT/RIGHT to select between Slides (110, 135) or Negatives Film (110, 135) and B&W (110, 135). Press ENTER to confirm.

Effect Selection (Photo Scanner Mode):

In photo scanner mode, enter the Effect menu. Select between Multicolor effect and B&W effect. Press ENTER to confirm.

Crop Proportion Selection (Photo Scanner Mode):

In photo scanner mode, enter the Crop menu. Select crop proportions for 5"x7" (5R), 4"x6" (4R), 3½"x5" (3R), or Name card. Press ENTER to confirm.

Resolution Selection:

Enter the Resolution menu. Select between 14M resolution and 22M resolution. Press ENTER to confirm.

Language Selection:

Enter the Language menu. Select from English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. Press ENTER to confirm.

USB Mode:

When connected to a PC via USB, the scanner acts as a mass storage device, allowing preview or editing of images on the PC. Press MODE to return to the main menu.

Business Card Reader (NIMOCARD Software):

  1. Insert the OCR CD into the CD-ROM drive.
  2. Follow the pop-up installation interface to install the Business Card Reader software.
  3. Name Card Recognition: Select "File" → "open image", choose language, and the software will automatically recognize the name card.
  4. Edit Window: Select a name card from the preview window and click "Edit" to manually change content or redirect text from the card image to the sorting fields. Images can be rotated.
  5. Add Business Card: Click "New" in the main window to create a new business card entry.
  6. Software Features:
    • Multi-language OS support: Uses Unicode encoding.
    • OCR for multiple languages: Supports English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, etc.
    • Business card management: Edit, sort, import/export data (Outlook, Excel), quick search.
    • Business card printing: Provides templates for labels or envelopes.
    • Data backup: Local file backup or internet server backup.

Maintenance Features:

  • Scanning Surface Cleaning: Use the provided cleaning cloth to frequently wipe the scanning surface to prevent dust on captured images.
  • Lens Cleaning: Use the provided cleaning brush to remove dust from the lens. Ensure the device is in PHOTO MODE for this.
    1. Gently push the brush into the scanner.
    2. Flip the cover open and look through the transparent scanning surface.
    3. Ensure the brush is fully inserted and covers the lens.
    4. Rotate the brush so the arrow faces upwards (if it doesn't rotate, insert further).
    5. Move the brush gently forward and backward along the slot to wipe the lens surface.
    6. Reverse steps to remove the brush.

Safety Precautions:

  • Do not expose to rain or moisture.
  • Do not disassemble the unit.
  • Ensure proper ventilation; do not block openings.
  • Keep away from heat sources.
  • Clean glass surface periodically with a clean, dry, nonalcohol cotton swab.
  • Unplug the USB cord when not in use for long periods.
  • Avoid USB overloading to ensure proper power supply.
  • Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
  • Be aware that non-standardized film may result in a small black line on the image edge, which can be removed with photo editing software.

Troubleshooting:

  • Unwanted stripe appearance: Gently move the slide holder back and forth. If persistent, contact the retailer.
  • Device not connecting to computer: Check USB cable connection to a computer USB port (preferably motherboard directly). Turn on power and enter USB mode.

QPIX CBS1400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandQPIX
ModelCBS1400
CategoryScanner
LanguageEnglish

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