UMAX Technologies Astra 610S - User Manual

Astra 610S
Owner’s Manual
This operation manual contains all the information to setup and use the hardware and software
that came with your scanner. More detailed information can be obtained through the online
manual in the VistaScan folder.
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Make sure the power is OFF before installing.
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Summary

Trademarks

Connecting the Interface Card

Connecting the SCSI Cable

Unlock Scanner First

Connect the Power

Driver Installation

Testing Your Scanner

Scanner Overview

Using Adobe PhotoDeluxe

Adding Programs to Application Bar

Configure the application bar by adding programs for quick access and customization.

Optical Character Recognition

Convert scanned text images into editable computer-readable text using OCR functionality.

Saving Images in Different Formats

Save scanned images in various file formats for use in other applications.

Using Newsofts Presto! PageManager

Start Your First Scan

Acquiring Images into TWAIN Software

VistaScan Interface

Changing the SCSI ID Number

Scanning Best Practices

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If All Else Fails

Glossary of Terms

UMAX Technologies Astra 610S Specifications