Canon PIXMA MX454 User Manual

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

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

Advanced Mode TabThis mode allows you to make advanced scan settings such as the color mode, output resolution, imagebrightness, and color tone.This s

Enter Setting Name and click Add; the name appears in Favorite Settings List.When you click Save, the item appears in the Favorite Settings list and c

• ScanStarts scanning.NoteWhen scanning starts, the progress will be displayed. Click Cancel to cancel the scan.When scanning is completed, a dialog p

• (Clear)Deletes the preview image from the Preview area.It also resets the Toolbar and color adjustment settings.• (Crop)Allows you to specify the s

(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

Adjusting Cropping Frames (ScanGear)Related TopicScanning in Advanced ModeScanning Multiple Documents from the ADF (Auto Document Feeder) in Advanced

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 can only be opened when Select Source is Document (ADF Simplex) orDocument (ADF Duplex).Binding Location cannot be spe

Output SettingsOutput Settings allows you to set the following items:•Output ResolutionSelect the resolution to scan at.The higher the resolution (val

NoteTo enlarge/reduce the scanned image, enter values into (Width) and (Height) inOutput Settings or specify a value (by 1 %) for %. Although the

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

When the file size exceeds a certain size, the value appears in red. In that case, a warningmessage appears when you click Scan. It is recommended tha

Image SettingsImportantDo not apply these functions to images without moire, dust/scratches, or faded colors. The color tonemay be adversely affected.

You can set this setting when Recommended is selected on the Color Settings tab of thePreferences dialog.NoteIf the image is not adjusted properly wit

NoteIt is recommended that you select None when scanning printed materials.• Fading CorrectionUse this function to correct photos that have faded with

Align the document with the edge of the Platen. If not, the shadow will not be corrected properly.Shadows may not be corrected properly depending on t

Color Adjustment ButtonsThe Color Adjustment Buttons allow you to make fine corrections to the image brightness and color tonesincluding adjustments t

• (Tone Curve Settings)Adjust the brightness of an image by selecting the type of graph (tone curve) showing the balance oftone input and output. You

• DefaultsReset all adjustments (saturation/color balance, brightness/contrast, histogram, and tone curve).

Preferences DialogClick Preferences... in the ScanGear (scanner driver) screen to open the Preferences dialog.In the Preferences dialog, you can make

Scanner TabOn the Scanner tab, you can specify the following settings.•Quiet SettingsThe silent function allows you to reduce the operating noise of t

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

• Use quiet mode during specified hoursSelect this option when you wish to reduce the operating noise of the machine during a specifiedperiod of time.

Preview TabOn the Preview tab, you can specify the following settings.•Preview at Start of ScanGearSelect what to do with Preview when ScanGear (scann

Displays 105 % (in width and height) of the area displayed for the standard size.• StandardThe standard size.• SmallerDisplays 95 % (in width and heig

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

Adjusting Cropping Frames (ScanGear)"Cropping" is the act of selecting the area you want to keep in an image and discarding the rest whensca

5. Select Select Source according to the items to be scanned.6.Select Auto scan for Paper Size, then click OK.

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

Updating the ScanGear (Scanner Driver)Obtaining the Latest ScanGear (Scanner Driver)Deleting the Unnecessary ScanGear (Scanner Driver)Before Installin

Obtaining the Latest ScanGear (Scanner Driver)Upgrading your current ScanGear (scanner driver) to the latest ScanGear may solve some problems youhave

Deleting the Unnecessary ScanGear (Scanner Driver)You can delete the ScanGear (scanner driver) you no longer use.When deleting ScanGear, close all run

Before Installing the ScanGear (Scanner Driver)Check the following points before installing ScanGear (scanner driver). Check these also when you canno

Installing the ScanGear (Scanner Driver)Access our website via the Internet to download the latest ScanGear (scanner driver).Follow these steps to ins

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

The IJ Scan Utility main screen appears.NoteSee the following pages for details on the setting items in the Settings dialog.Settings (Photo Scan) Dial

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

Color Matching"Color Matching" is the act of making adjustments so that the color tones match between the original item,the monitor display,

IJ Network Scanner Selector EX Menu and Setting ScreenIJ Network Scanner Selector EX allows you to select the scanners or printers to be used for scan

Scan-from-PC Settings ScreenYour scanner or printer must be selected with IJ Network Scanner Selector EX before scanning over anetwork.From the Go men

•ScannersThe Bonjour service names or MAC addresses of the scanners or printers that can be used over thenetwork are displayed.You can select up to th

About IJ Network Scanner Selector EXIf ScanGear (scanner driver) is installed, IJ Network Scanner Selector EX starts automatically to enablescanning o

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

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

Scanning from the Operation Panel of the Machine Forwarding Scanned Data to the Computer Using the Operation Panel of the Machine Basic Saving Scanne

Forwarding Scanned Data to the Computer Using the OperationPanel of the MachineYou can forward the scanned data to the computer using the operation pa

If you select Search again, the machine starts searching for the connected computersagain.When you forward the scanned data to the computer using WSD

9. Load the original document on the platen glass or in the ADF.Loading Originals10.Press the Color button for color scanning, or the Black button for

Saving Scanned Data on the USB Flash Drive Using theOperation Panel of the MachineYou can save scanned data on the USB flash drive using the operation

When the Scan menu screen is displayed, you can use the button to select thesetting item.If you select Compact PDF for Data format and press the OK

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

Network Scan SettingsYou can connect your scanner or printer to a network to share it among multiple computers or scan imagesinto a specified computer

ImportantIf multiple scanners exist on the network, multiple model names appear. In that case, you canselect one scanner per model. Refer to "IJ

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 Scan-from-PC Settings screen of IJ Network Scanner Selector EX appears.Select the scanner you want to use and click OK.5. In the Settings (General

The Scan-from-Operation-Panel Settings screen appears.3. Select your scanner or printer from Scanners and click OK.The Bonjour service name set to you

NoteIf the Bonjour service name or MAC address of your scanner or printer is displayed in gray or notdisplayed, or cannot be selected, check the follo

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.

The IJ Scan Utility main screen appears.NoteSee the following pages for details on the setting items in the Settings dialog.Settings (Document Scan) D

When Short edge is Selected for Binding Side in Document Scan OrientationSettings...Place the documents without changing the orientation of the output

NoteYou can add e-mail clients to use for attachments from the pop-up menu.If None (Attach Manually) is selected, manually attach scanned and saved im

ImportantSome functions are available only when My Image Garden is installed.NoteSee "Settings Dialog" for how to set the applications to in

Settings (Document Scan) DialogSettings (Custom Scan) DialogSettings (ScanGear) Dialog6. Click Photo.Scanning starts.When scanning is completed, the s

Extracting Text from Scanned Images (OCR)Scan text in scanned magazines and newspapers and display it in TextEdit (included with Mac OS).NoteYou can e

NoteWhen My Image Garden is specified, after the image is scanned, the text in the image isextracted and appears in TextEdit (included with Mac OS).5.

Settings (ScanGear) Dialog6. Click Document.Scanning starts.When scanning is completed, the scanned images are saved according to the settings, and th

IJ Scan Utility ScreensIJ Scan Utility Main ScreenSettings DialogSettings (Auto Scan) DialogSettings (Photo Scan) DialogSettings (Document Scan) Dialo

IJ Scan Utility Main ScreenFrom the Go menu of Finder, select Applications, then double-click the Canon Utilities folder, IJ ScanUtility folder, then

Displays the Settings dialog in which you can specify the scan/save settings and the response afterscanning.Settings Dialog

Settings DialogThere are three tabs in the Settings dialog: (Scanning from a Computer), (Scanning from theOperation Panel), and (General Setting

(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) DialogClick Auto Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Auto Scan) dialog.In the Settings (Auto Sc

Starting IJ Scan UtilityNoteIf you have more than one scanner or have changed the connection from USB connection to networkconnection, set up the netw

To reduce moire in scans, set Select Source to Magazine in the Settings (Document Scan)dialog or Settings (Custom Scan) dialog, then click Document or

Select this when you also want to save the scanned images to a folder other than the one specified inSave in.You can specify the folder from the pop-u

Settings (Photo Scan) DialogClick Photo Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Photo Scan)dialog.In the Settings (Photo

NoteClick Defaults to restore the specified settings to the default settings.•ResolutionSelect the resolution of the item to be scanned.The higher the

(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 (Document Scan) DialogClick Document Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (DocumentScan) dialog.In the Settin

• Color ModeSelect the color mode in which to scan the item.ImportantTo select Black and White, deselect the Compress scanned images upon transfer che

Available only when the Compress scanned images upon transfer checkbox is notselected.The color tone may differ from the source image due to correctio

The orientation may not be detected for the following types of settings or documents sincethe text cannot be detected correctly.Resolution is outside

You can specify the e-mail client you want to start from the pop-up menu.• Start OCRSelect this when you want to convert text in the image into text d

Easy Scanning with Auto ScanYou can scan easily by automatically detecting the item type.ImportantThe following types of items may not be scanned corr

Settings (Custom Scan) DialogClick Custom Scan on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Custom Scan)dialog.In the Settings (Cu

Long narrow items such as panoramic photosReflective disc labels may not be scanned as expected.Place items correctly according to the type of item to

ImportantBinding Side cannot be specified when scanning only the front side of each document.•Compress scanned images upon transferCompresses scanned

• Sharpen outlineEmphasizes the outline of the subjects to sharpen the image.• Reduce show-throughSharpens text in an item or reduces show-through in

(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 appendedto the set file

• Do not start any applicationSaves to the folder specified in Save in.NoteSpecify the application or folder in the dialog displayed by selecting Add.

Settings (Scan and Stitch) DialogClick Scan and Stitch on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (Scan andStitch) dialog.In the

• Image Processing SettingsClick (Right Arrow) to set the following. Available setting items vary by Select Source.ImportantWhen Color Mode is Black

Select this when you want to enhance or correct the scanned images.You can specify the application from the pop-up menu.• Send to an applicationSelect

Settings (ScanGear) DialogClick ScanGear on the (Scanning from a Computer) tab to display the Settings (ScanGear) dialog.In the Settings (ScanGear)

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

Data Format Settings Dialog• Save inDisplays the folder in which to save the scanned images. To change the folder, specify the destinationfolder in th

Settings (Save to PC (Auto)) DialogClick Save to PC (Auto) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings(Save to PC (Auto))

• Apply recommended image correctionApplies suitable corrections automatically based on the item type.ImportantThe color tone may differ from the sour

Opens this guide.• DefaultsYou can restore the settings in the displayed screen to the default settings.

Settings (Save to PC (Photo)) DialogClick Save to PC (Photo) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings(Save to PC (Phot

Enter the file name of the image to be saved. When you save a file, the date and 4 digits are appendedto the set file name in the "_20XX0101_0001

Settings (Save to PC (Document)) DialogClick Save to PC (Document) on the (Scanning from the Operation Panel) tab to display the Settings(Save to PC

Compresses scanned images when transferring them to a computer. This is useful when your scanneror printer and computer are connected with a slow inte

Only text documents written in languages that can be selected from Document Languagein the Settings (General Settings) dialog are supported.Settings (

Settings (General Settings) DialogClick (General Settings) tab to display the Settings (General Settings) dialog.In the Settings (General Settings)

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

Data Format Settings DialogDisplay the Data Format Settings dialog by one of the following operations.• Click Settings... of Save Settings on each tab

• Scan Image 1• Start Scanning Image 1Scans the first item.• Scan Image 2• Start Scanning Image 2Scans the second item.•Adjust cropping framesYou can

• CancelCancels Stitch scan.(2) Toolbar•ToolbarYou can delete the scanned images or adjust the previewed images.• (Delete)Deletes the scanned image.•

• 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 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

Scanning with Favorite SettingsYou can scan items placed on the platen with your favorite settings saved beforehand.This is convenient for saving freq

When using a model equipped with Auto Duplex ADF, you can specify how to output the paperupon scanning both sides from the ADF in ADF Duplex Paper Out

Scan TabRelated 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 &

Preview image appears in the Preview area.5. Set Output Settings.Output Settings6. Adjust the cropping frame (scan area), correct image, and adjust co

Scanning Multiple Documents from the ADF (Auto DocumentFeeder) in Advanced ModeUse the Advanced Mode tab to specify the image brightness, color tone,

5. Make image corrections and color adjustments as required.Image SettingsColor Adjustment Buttons6. Click Scan.Scanning starts.NoteClick (Informati

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

Thumbnails of the preview images appear in the Preview area. Cropping frames are specifiedautomatically according to the document size.4. Set Destinat

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

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

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

Adjusting Saturation and Color BalanceIn ScanGear (scanner driver)'s Advanced Mode tab, click (Saturation/Color Balance).NoteClick Defaults to

It is usually difficult to correct the image completely by adjusting only one color pair. It is recommended thatyou find a portion in the image where

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

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

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 DialogS

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 thumbnail viewDrag the mouse over a thumbnail to display a cropping frame. When a cropping frame isdisplayed, the portion within the cropping frame

You can adjust the scan area within the Preview area.If an area is not specified, the document will be scanned at the document size (Auto Crop). If an

In thumbnail viewIn whole image view• (Thumbnail) / (Whole Image)Switches the view in the Preview area.Preview Area• (Rotate Left)Rotates the previe

(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

NoteYou can specify the cropping frame on the displayed image. In thumbnail view, you can only createone cropping frame per image. In whole image view