HP Scanjet G3010
Setup and Support Guide
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Contents
Get started..............................................................................................................2
How to use the scanner........................................................................................5
Scanner installation troubleshooting..................................................................7
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the European
Union ....................................................................................................................11
Product support ..................................................................................................12
Setup and Support Guide
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Get started
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Follow these steps to set up the scanner:
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Step 1. Check the box contents
Unpack the scanner hardware. Be sure to remove any shipping tape.
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HP Scanjet G3010 scanner
USB cable
Power supply
Setup poster or optional Setup and Support Guide
Scanning software CDs
Step 2. Install the software
Caution If you are installing the software onto a Windows computer, do not
connect the USB cable to the computer yet. Install the scanning software before
connecting the USB cable. If you are installing the software into a Macintosh
computer, you can connect the USB cable either before or after installing the
software.
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1. Insert the HP Photosmart CD that came with the scanner into the computer CD
drive.
For Windows installations: Wait for the installation dialog box to display. If the
For Macintosh installations: Double-click on the CD icon that appears on the
desktop to start the installation.
2. Click Install software to install the scanning software. Follow the onscreen
instructions to complete the scanning software installation.
Step 3. Connect the power supply
The power supply has an attached cable that plugs into the back of the scanner.
The power supply also has an AC cable that is connected to the power supply on one
end and plugged into a power outlet or surge protector on the other end.
1. Plug the AC cable into the back of the power supply.
2. Plug the other end of the AC cable into a power outlet or a surge protector.
3. Connect the TMA cable from the lid to the scanner base.
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Step 4. Connect the USB cable
Caution If you are installing in a Windows environment, be sure you install the
HP Photosmart software before connecting the scanner to your computer with
a Macintosh environment, you can connect the USB cable either before or after
installing the software.
Use the USB cable that came with the scanner to connect the scanner to the computer.
1. Connect the square end of the cable to the scanner.
2. Connect the rectangular end of the cable to the computer.
Step 5. Test the installation
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1. Place a photo or document on the scanner glass as indicated by the reference mark
on the scanner.
2. Press the Scan( ) button. If you are scanning using Windows software, the What
are you scanning? screen appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete
the scan. If you are scanning using Macintosh software, the HP Scan Pro application
opens and a preview of the scan is displayed. When the preview is accepted, the
scanned image is sent to the destination that has been selected in the scanner
settings.
If the What are you scanning? screen or the HP Scan Pro window does not appear,
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How to use the scanner
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This section presents an overview of the scanner and how to use it.
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Where to get additional information
More information about the scanner and software can be found in the scanner Help file.
If you have installed the HP Photosmart software that came with the scanner, double-
click the HP Solution Center icon on your desktop, and then click Help and Support.
Under the Documentation section, click Product Help.
Macintosh users: For information about scanning procedures, open HP Device
Manager, and then click on the question mark at the bottom of the dialog box.
HP Photosmart Windows software
When you install the HP Photosmart Windows software, two icons are added to your
desktop. These icons open programs for scanning and editing your scans.
For information on how to use HP Solution Center and HP Photosmart software, see
the scanner Help file. Double-click the HP Solution Center icon on your desktop, and
then click Help and Support. Under the Documentation section, click Product Help.
HP Solution Center is the program that gets you started scanning
pictures and documents. From the HP Solution Center you can:
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Perform scanning and copy functions
Access help and troubleshooting information
Access the HP Photosmart software to edit your scans
Modify settings and preferences
HP Photosmart software is the program to use for manipulating,
printing, archiving, and sharing your images after they have been
scanned. You can get to the HP Photosmart software from the
desktop icon or through HP Solution Center.
To start a scan:
Double-click the HP Solution Center icon on the desktop, click the tab for the scanner,
and then click the task you want to perform.
Note If the HP Solution Center icon is not available on the desktop, click
Start, point to Programs or All Programs, point to HP, and then click HP
Solution Center.
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Chapter 2
HP Photosmart Macintosh software
When you install the HP scanning software on a Macintosh, two software programs are
available in the Dock: HP Device Manager and HP Photosmart Studio. These programs
are used for scanning and editing your scans.
HP Device Manager is the program that gets you started scanning
pictures and documents. From the Device Manager you can:
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Perform scanning and copy functions
Access help and troubleshooting information
Access the HP Photosmart Studio to edit your scans
Modify settings and preferences
HP Photosmart Studio is the program to use for manipulating,
printing, archiving, and sharing your images after they have been
scanned. You can open HP Photosmart Studio from the Dock, or
from the HP Device Manager Applications menu.
Front panel and accessories overview
This section presents an overview of the scanner front panel and the transparent
materials adapter (TMA).
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Front panel buttons
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Feature name
Description
Scan button
Scans pictures, graphics, documents, or objects.
Scan Film
button
Scans transparent positives (such as 35 mm slides)
and negatives. Scanning film requires that you use the
transparent materials adapter (TMA) located on the
underside of the scanner lid.
Copy button
Scans the item and sends it to the printer to make a
copy.
Scan to PDF
button
Scans one or more pages and saves them as a PDF
file for sharing or storing.
Note For more information on the default actions of these buttons in a Macintosh
environment, see the HP Scanjet Scanner Help.
Transparent materials adapter (TMA)
You can use the transparent materials adapter (TMA) to scan 35 mm slides or negatives.
For more information about the TMA, see the scanner User Guide.
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Scanner installation
troubleshooting
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This section contains solutions for installation and setup problems.
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Uninstall and reinstall the software
An incomplete software installation could cause the scanner not to be recognized or the
software not to launch correctly. Try uninstalling and then reinstalling the HP Scanning
software. To reinstall the HP Scanning software, you must have the HP Photosmart
software CD.
Windows environment:
1. Click Start, click Settings, and then click Control Panel (in Windows XP, click
Start, and then click Control Panel).
2. Click Add/Remove Programs (in Windows XP, this is called Add or Remove
Programs) and then select HP Scanjet G3010.
3. Click Remove.
4. Click Add/Remove Programs (in Windows XP, this is called Add or Remove
Programs) and then select the HP Photosmart software.
5. Unplug the scanner USB cable from the computer.
6. Reinstall the software, using the HP Photosmart software CD that came with your
scanner. When you insert the CD, an installation interface launches automatically.
Choose the HP Photosmart software to install.
7. Reconnect the scanner USB cable after the software is installed. For more
Macintosh environment:
1. Go to Applications/Hewlett-Packard and open HP Uninstaller.
Note You must have administrative privileges in order to uninstall the
software.
2. When prompted, enter your username and password. The HP Uninstaller window
opens and displays the products that are available to be uninstalled.
3. Select the G3010 product and click Next.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the uninstall process.
5. Reinstall the software, using the HP software CD that came with your scanner. After
inserting the CD, click on the CD icon that appears on your desktop to begin the
installation.
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Chapter 3
Check the cables
Cable type
Action
Power cable
The power cable is connected between the scanner and a power
outlet.
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Ensure that the power cable is securely connected between
the scanner and a live electrical outlet or surge protector.
If the power cable is connected to a surge protector, ensure
that the surge protector is plugged into an outlet and turned
on.
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Turn off the scanner power switch and turn off the computer.
After 60 seconds, turn the scanner back on and then turn
on the computer, in that order.
USB cable
The USB cable is connected between the scanner and the
computer.
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Use the cable that was included with the scanner. Another
USB cable might not be compatible with the scanner.
Ensure that the USB cable is securely connected between
the scanner and the computer.
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For additional USB troubleshooting information,
use the search tool to find USB troubleshooting topics.
TMA cable
The TMA cable is connected between the TMA in the scanner
lid and the scanner base.
Ensure the cable is securely connected in the back of the
scanner.
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Regulatory information and
product specifications
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This section contains regulatory information and product specifications for the HP
Scanjet G3010 Photo Scanner and accessories.
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Scanner specifications
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Scanner type
Size
Flatbed with transparent materials adapter (TMA)
472 mm x 298 mm x 90 mm (18.58 x 11.73 x 3.54 inches)
3.1 kg (6.8 lbs)
Weight
Scanning element Charged-coupled device
Interface
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
Hardware
resolution
4800 x 9600 ppi hardware resolution
Selectable
resolution
12 dpi to 999,999 enhanced dpi at 100 percent scaling
AC line voltage
100-120 V 60 Hz – North America
200-240 V 50 Hz – Continental Europe, United Kingdom, Australia
100-240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz – Rest of the world
Regulatory
information
Regulatory model identification number: For regulatory
identification purposes, your product is assigned a Regulatory
Model Number. The Regulatory Model Number for your product
is FCLSD-0511. This regulatory number should not be confused
with the product name (HP Scanjet G3010) or product number
(L1985A). For Power consumption data, see the
regulatory_supplement.htm file on the HP Photosmart CD that
came with your scanner.
Energy usage drops significantly while in ENERGY STAR® mode,
which saves natural resources, and saves money without
affecting the high performance of this product. This product
qualifies for ENERGY STAR (MOU v. 1.0), which is a voluntary
Energy
consumption
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Name
Description
program established to encourage the development of energy-
efficient office products.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered service mark of the
U.S. EPA. As an ENERGY STAR partner, HP has determined that
this product meets ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency. For more information on ENERGY STAR guidelines,
go to the following website: www.energystar.gov
Transparent materials adapter (TMA) specifications
Name
Description
Media types
Power requirements
Up to two 35 mm slides or two 35 mm negative frames
12 Volts/400 mA max
Power consumption and
regulatory information
For power consumption data, information on power
supplies and regulatory information see the
regulatory_supplement.htm file on the HP Photosmart
software CD.
Environmental specifications
Name
Description
Temperature
Operating the scanner and TMA: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°
F)
Storage: -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F)
Relative humidity
Operating the scanner and TMA: 15% to 80%
noncondensing 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F)
Storage: up to 90% at 0° to 60°C or (32° to 140°F)
Recycle and restricted material information
Recycling
HP offers an increasing number of product return and recycling programs in many
countries/regions, and partners with some of the largest electronics recycling centers
throughout the world. HP conserves resources by reselling some of its most popular
products. For more information regarding recycling of HP products, please
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Product restricted material
This HP product contains the following material that might require special handling at
end-of-life: Mercury in the scanner fluorescent lamp and transparent materials adapter
(< 5 mg).
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private
Households in the European Union
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be
disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose
of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the
recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and
recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural
resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment
for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service,
or the shop where you purchased the product.
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Product support
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This section describes the options for product support.
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Accessibility
The following accessibility options are available on this scanner:
Windows environment:
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To prevent buttons from being accidentally pushed, you can use the Button Disable
Utility to disable the buttons. You can use the same utility to re-enable the buttons.
For more information about the Button Disable Utility, see the scanner User Guide.
The scanner User Guide is also available in a CHM format that is readable by most
screen readers. To find this file, double-click the HP Solution Center icon on your
desktop, and then click Help and Support. Under the Documentation section,
click Product Help.
Macintosh environment:
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To prevent buttons from being accidentally pushed, use the Button Disable Utility to
disable the buttons. You can use the same utility to re-enable the buttons.
For more information about the Button Disable Utility, see the HP Scanjet Scanner
Help.
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The HP Scanjet Scanner Help is available in a format that is readable by most screen
readers. To find this file, open HP Device Manager, and then click on the question
mark at the bottom of the dialog box.
Customers with disabilities can get help by
HP Scanjet Web site
page, select scanners from the list of products. Use this site for a variety of information:
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Find solutions to technical issues.
Learn tips for scanning more effectively and creatively.
Update your HP drivers and software.
Register your product.
Subscribe to newsletters, driver and software updates, and support alerts.
Purchase HP supplies and accessories.
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Getting assistance
In order to get the best from your HP product, please consult the following standard HP
support offerings:
1. Please consult the product documentation that came with the product.
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Review the troubleshooting section or electronic Help of this manual/CD.
Review the electronic Help section within the software.
purchase.
HP online support is available to all HP customers. It is the fastest source for up-to-
date product information and expert assistance, including the following features:
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Fast E-mail access to qualified online support specialists
Software and driver updates for your product
Valuable product and troubleshooting information for technical issues
Proactive product updates, support alerts, and HP newsletters (available when
you register your product)
3. HP support by phone
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Support options and fees vary by product, country and language.
Fees and policies are subject to change without notice. Please check the Web
4. Post-warranty period
5. Extending or upgrading your warranty
If you would like to extend or upgrade the product’s warranty, please contact your
6. If you already purchased an HP Care Pack Service, please check the support
conditions in your contract.
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