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Scantron OpScan 4ES User Manual

Scantron OpScan 4ES
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Operator’s Guide
OpScan
®
4ES
& iNSIGHT
TM
4ES

Table of Contents

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Scantron OpScan 4ES Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandScantron
ModelOpScan 4ES
CategoryScanner
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Scanner Basics

Scanner Components

Identifies and describes key physical parts of the scanner, including the transport bed and read head areas.

OpScan 4ES Standard Features

Details the standard capabilities and specifications of the OpScan 4ES model, such as throughput and detection features.

iNSIGHT 4ES Standard Features

Details the standard capabilities and specifications of the iNSIGHT 4ES model, including imaging features.

System Requirements

Outlines the necessary computer and software specifications for scanner operation.

User Precautions

Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the scanner safely and correctly.

Environmental Information

Covers scanner design for environmental requirements and disposal guidelines.

Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Scanner

Selecting a Good Location

Provides guidelines for choosing an optimal placement environment for the scanner.

Assembling the Scanner

Step-by-step instructions for physically putting the scanner together.

Installing Scanner Utilities Software

Guide for installing necessary software drivers and utilities for scanner functionality.

Connecting the Scanner

Instructions for connecting the scanner to power and the host computer.

Turning the Scanner On

Procedure for powering up the scanner and initiating the self-test.

Chapter 3: Operating Your Scanner

Verifying Proper Setup

Steps to confirm the scanner is correctly installed and ready for scanning.

Scanning Procedure

Detailed steps on how to load sheets and perform a scanning operation.

Understanding Display Panel Messages

Explains the information displayed on the scanner's LCD panel during operation.

Clearing Document Jams

Instructions on how to resolve document jams within the scanner.

Chapter 4: Scanner Modes

OMR with Imaging Mode

Describes using the scanner for Optical Mark Recognition with image capture.

OMR Only Mode

Details using the scanner for Optical Mark Recognition without image capture.

ES/ScanMark Mode

Explains how to emulate older Scantron scanner models for compatibility.

SelfScore Mode

Covers using the scanner as a standalone test scoring machine.

Chapter 5: Display Panel Messages

Scanner Paper Path

Illustrates the path sheets take through the scanner for terminology reference.

Display Panel Messages

Lists and explains various messages shown on the scanner's LCD panel.

Chapter 6: Using the Background Menu

Entering the Background Menu

Procedure for accessing the scanner's internal configuration menu.

Background Menu Flowchart

Visual representation of the scanner's background menu structure.

Mode Select

Allows changing the operational mode of the scanner.

Defaults Menu

Accesses settings for form type, double sheet detection, and printer status.

Utilities Menu

Provides access to calibration, communication settings, and display adjustments.

Diagnostics Menu

Offers tools to test printer, read heads, and bar code reader functionality.

Chapter 7: ES/ScanMark Emulation

Selecting ES/ScanMark Mode

Steps to configure the scanner for ES/ScanMark emulation.

Set Up, Configure, and Operate the Scanner

Refers to other chapters for setup, configuration, and operation procedures.

Chapter 8: Cleaning the Scanner

Schedule

Recommends cleaning frequency based on scanner usage and environment.

Supplies

Lists recommended cleaning materials for the scanner.

Procedure

Step-by-step guide for cleaning the scanner's components.

Chapter 9: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Chart

A table listing common problems and their potential solutions.

Chapter 10: Product Support and Services

Hardware Support and Form Orders

Contact information and resources for hardware support and ordering forms.

Software Support

Contact information and resources for technical support regarding scanner software.

Appendix A: Recalibration

Preparing for Recalibration

Steps to prepare the scanner and calibration forms before recalibrating.

Navigating the Background Menu

Guide to accessing recalibration functions within the scanner's background menu.

Top Head Calibration

Procedure for performing calibration on the top read head.

Appendix B: Transport Printer

Printer Features

Describes the capabilities and specifications of the optional transport printer.

Installing or Replacing Ink Cartridges

Instructions for installing or replacing printer ink cartridges.

Positioning the Printer(s)

Guide on how to adjust the physical position of the printer cartridges.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common issues encountered with the transport printer.

Appendix C: Bar Code Reader

Components

Identifies the physical parts of the optional bar code reader attachment.

Read Capability

Lists the types of bar code formats the reader can interpret.

Scanning Bar Codes

Procedure for scanning sheets containing bar codes.

Testing the Bar Code Reader

Steps to test the functionality and accuracy of the bar code reader.

Appendix D: Select Stacker

Setting Up the Select Stacker

Instructions for physically installing the Select Stacker attachment.

Testing the Select Stacker

Procedures to verify the correct operation of the Select Stacker.

Cleaning the Select Stacker

Guidelines and steps for cleaning the Select Stacker attachment.