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Combinations of Originals and Scanner Position

This product uses two different positions for scanning, depending on the original being scanned.

This section explains the combinations of scanner positions and originals. For details on how to change the position, see the Related Information pages or the procedures for placing various types of originals.

Vertical path position

Straight path position

Explanations

When scanning multiple sheets of standard-size originals, or when scanning thin paper or receipts, place the scanner in the vertical path position.

Scanned originals are ejected to the output tray at the top of the scanner.

When scanning thick or long originals, passports, cards, and so on, place the scanner in the straight path position.

Scanned originals are ejected to the output slot at the front of the scanner.

Supported originals

  • Standard size originals (up to A4)

  • Thin paper (40 g/m²)

  • Post cards

  • Receipts less than 393.7 mm (15.5 in.) in length

  • Business cards

    Placing Standard Size Originals