Documents to Scan (iX100)

This section explains about the conditions for documents that can be loaded directly into the ScanSnap and the conditions for documents that can be scanned using the Carrier Sheet.

Documents That Can Be Loaded Directly into the ScanSnap

Conditions for documents that can be loaded directly into the ScanSnap are as follows:

Eject method (*1) With the output guide closed With the output guide open
Document type Office paper, postcards, business cards

Plastic cards conforming to the ISO7810 ID-1 type (54 × 86 mm/3.37 × 2.13 in.) (*2)

 Office paper
Paper weight 52 to 209 g/m2 (14 to 56.1 lb)

When merging scanned images automatically (*3)

52 to 105 g/m2 (14 to 28 lb)

Plastic cards

0.76 mm (0.03 in.) or less (embossed cards can be used)

 52 to 80 g/m2 (14 to 20 lb)
Paper size

Width

25.4 to 216 mm (1 to 8.5 in.)

For a dual scan, a total width of 200 mm (7.87 in.) or less for two documents

Length

25.4 to 863 mm (1 to 34 in.)

When merging scanned images automatically (*3)

  • A3 (297 × 420 mm)
  • B4 (257 × 364 mm)
  • Double Letter (11 × 17 in. (279.4 × 432 mm))
*1: For details about the eject methods, refer to Parts and Functions of iX100.
*2: A dual scan cannot be used for plastic cards.
*3: Fold in half to scan.
ATTENTION
  • The following types of documents must not be scanned:
    • Documents attached with the metals such as paper clips or staples that can damage the inside of the ScanSnap

      Remove the metals for scanning.

    • Documents on which the ink is still wet

      Wait until the ink dries completely to scan these documents.

    • Documents larger than 216 × 863 (mm)/8.5 × 34 (in.) (width × length)
    • Documents other than paper such as fabric, metal foil and OHP film
  • When you scan picture postcards, be aware that the picture side may get damaged. It is the responsibility of the customer to scan picture postcards.
  • Be careful of the following when you scan plastic cards:
    • Cards that are bent may not be fed properly.
    • If the surface of the card is dirty with grease marks such as fingerprints, perform scanning after wiping the dirt off.
    • Insert the plastic card straight into the feeding section of the ScanSnap. Do not tilt the plastic card when you insert it because the plastic card may not be fed properly.
    • When you scan plastic cards with strong luster, some parts of the image may appear lighter or darker than the original.
      Example: gold colored credit card
    • When you scan an embossed card, insert it in the direction shown below.
      Inserting Direction for Embossed Cards
    • If the embossed characters are not coated in gold or silver and the background color of the card and the color of the embossed characters are similar, it may be difficult for the ScanSnap to recognize embossed characters.

      In which case, performing the following may result in an improvement.

      1. Click the [Option] button in the [Scanning] tab of the ScanSnap Setup Window.
        • The [Scanning mode option] window appears.
      2. Select the [Increase text contrast] checkbox.

Documents That Can Be Scanned Using the Carrier Sheet

The optional Carrier Sheet is a sheet designed to transport documents through the ScanSnap.

You can scan documents that are larger than A4/Letter size, photographs, and clippings.

Conditions for documents that can be scanned using the Carrier Sheet are as follows:

  • Do not use a damaged Carrier Sheet. Otherwise, it may damage or cause the ScanSnap to malfunction.
  • Be careful not to cut your finger on the edge of the Carrier Sheet.
Eject method With the output guide closed
Document type Documents that cannot be loaded directly into the ScanSnap
Paper weight 52 to 209 g/m2 (14 to 56 lb)

When scanning documents folded in half:

Up to 105 g/m2 (28 lb)
Paper size

Carrier Sheet size (216 × 297 mm)

A3 (297 × 420 mm) (*1)

A4 (210 × 297 mm)

A5 (148 × 210 mm)

A6 (105 × 148 mm)

B4 (257 × 364 mm) (*1)

B5 (182 × 257 mm)

B6 (128 × 182 mm)

Postcard (100 × 148 mm)

Business card (90 × 55 mm, 55 × 90 mm)

Letter (8.5 × 11 in., 216 × 279.4 mm)

11 ×17 in. (279.4 × 431.8 mm) (*1)

Custom size

Width: 25.4 to 216 mm (1 to 8.5 in.)

Length: 25.4 to 297 mm (1 to 11.69 in.)
*1: Fold in half to scan.

Documents for Which the Carrier Sheet is Recommended for Scanning

It is recommended that you use the Carrier Sheet to scan the following documents.

  • Documents written in pencil

    Because there may be black traces left on the documents, it is recommended that you use the Carrier Sheet to scan such documents.

    When you scan such documents directly without using a Carrier Sheet, dirt will accumulate on the rollers, which may cause feeding errors. Clean the rollers occasionally.

    For details about how to perform cleaning, refer to Cleaning the Inside of iX100.

  • Carbonless paper

    Because carbonless paper may contain chemicals that can harm the ScanSnap internal rollers, it is recommended that you use the Carrier Sheet to scan such documents.

    Make sure to clean the rollers occasionally to maintain the scanner performance when scanning carbonless paper directly without using the Carrier Sheet. For details about how to perform cleaning, refer to Cleaning the Inside of iX100.

    Depending on the type of carbonless paper, the life span of the scanner may be shortened compared to scanning office paper.

  • Scanning the following types of documents without using the Carrier Sheet can result in documents being damaged or scanned incorrectly
    • Documents smaller than 25.4 × 25.4 (mm)/1 × 1 (in.) (width × length)
    • Documents whose paper weight is less than 52.3 g/m2 (14 lb)
    • Documents with an uneven surface (such as envelopes and paper sheets with attached materials)
    • Wrinkled or curled documents
    • Folded or torn documents
    • Tracing paper
    • Coated paper
    • Photographs (photographic paper)
    • Perforated or punched documents
    • Documents that are not rectangular or square
    • Carbon paper or thermal paper
    • Documents with memo papers or sticky notes attached
ATTENTION
  • Using the Carrier Sheet

    Be careful of the following when you use the Carrier Sheet:

    • Do not stain, or cut the black and white patterned end of the Carrier Sheet. Otherwise, the Carrier Sheet will not be recognized properly.
    • Do not place the Carrier Sheet upside down. Otherwise, a paper jam may occur and damage the Carrier Sheet and the document inside.
    • Do not fold or pull the Carrier Sheet.
    • Paper jams may occur when several small size documents such as photographs and postcards are placed inside the Carrier Sheet to be scanned at once. It is recommended that you scan such documents one at a time.
  • Storing the Carrier Sheet

    Be careful of the following when you store the Carrier Sheet:

    • Do not leave your document inside the Carrier Sheet for a long time. Otherwise, the ink on the document may be transferred onto the Carrier Sheet.
    • Do not leave the Carrier Sheet in high temperature places such as under direct sunlight or near a heating apparatus for a long time. Also, do not use the Carrier Sheet in high temperature places. The Carrier Sheet may be deformed.
    • To avoid deformation, store the Carrier Sheet on a flat surface without any weight on it.