I just tried this LiDE 400 scanner on my laptop running Windows 7 64 bit using the downloaded Canon software. Everything I tried works fine so far. Based on another review I scanned a page with punch holes and the scann came out flawless. I scanned photos at 600dpi and worked fine (that's the maximum of the scanning software). I don't know how to get those 4800dpi Canon Claims to have. The cable is standard USB to USB-c. I tried the scanner with a different cable than the one provided (a cell phone cable) and it works just the same, so it is not a propietary cable.
So far everything works.
I have a late 2013 IMAC running Mojave. I was able to plug it into the MAC and use the native "Image Capture" program found in the applications folder. Remember to turn the "unlock" switch to unlock when you first get the scanner or it will not work right out of the box (I think it is locked to protect the scanning camera during transport). After I figured out that switch was locked, the scanner worked great. I got it to scan some old photos into my computer and it takes some very nice high resolution replicas. Highly recommend.
This scanner is great. And Canon's software is easy to download and use. Among the better points: when you're scanning a document, you can keep adding pages to it and the software will save it as a multi-page pdf.
It's also lightweight; I keep it leaning between my desk and the wall and just pull it out, hook it up to my laptop, scan, and then put it back. It doesn't take up any desk or shelf space at all.
Highly recommended.
In reading some of the reviews for this someone indicated that they found it difficult to use this with a MAC. I am running 10.14.2 Mojave on a Late 2013, 21.5 iMAC. I was a little stymied at first. When I called tech support the morning after receiving it, the fix to get up and running was quite easy. Had this instruction been clearly communicated somewhere in the setup process or with the assembly instructions, no call would have been necessary at all.the steps:
1: GO to your applications folde. Select CANON UTILITIES
2: SELECT FLODER IJ SAN UTILITY
3: Select Canon IJ Scan Utility Lite
Follow the instructions and you will end up with an icon on your dock that lets you access the computer.
When you want to scan, choose the type of article you are scanning and select it and fill in the information as needed before and after the scan. If you are creating a multiple page PDF, just keep scanning until you are done. The dialogue box is quite clear.
What this device does not do is direcly allow upload to a cloud service. You can do that after you get your document to you MAC.
So far it has been easy to use and since it uses low voltage and LED, it gives off no heat.
Be aware that the cable is only about 5 ' long, so if you have any distance to run from your computer to your desired location, you will need a USB 3.0 extender (2.0 won't work). Just order a 9' Amazon basic for $7. I needed one as I could not easily place the scanner where it was needed.
Big pplus that it does not require a power cable
To those of you who are frustrated that the Canon software that came with your flat-bed scanner (no printer, just scanner) doesn't work right on your Mac, well throw the Canon software away and use the Apple scanning software called IMAGE CAPTURE. It is built right into your computer program already. It can be found in your Launchpad programs under OTHER. This software will work great and gives you the same basic options as the Canon software does. You'll be happy with the results! P.S. Canon's customer service has been absolutely wonderful to work with.
Feature Product
- Enjoy high speed scanning in as fast as 8 seconds, with the included USB Type-C cable. With USB Type-C the CanoScan LiDE 400 has one cable for data and power.
- Preserve detailed photos and images thanks to 4800 x 4800 dpi resolution, and with image enhancements, such as color restore and dust removal, your photos will continue to look great.
- Enjoy ease of use with 'EZ' Buttons. With Auto Scan Mode, the scanner automatically detects what you are scanning; built-in PDF buttons, scan and save multi-page PDF's that are editable and searchable
Description
With the CanoScan LiDE 400 high quality scanning has never been easier. With 8 second high speed scanning, 5 built-in 'EZ' buttons and 4800 x 4800 dpi resolution, every scan is fast, easy, and looks great.
It is a very economical scanner. You get what you pay for: It is simple to use, just needs the usb connection, no power cords or anything extra. You only get PDF documents, no jpeg nor any ways to determine the size of the file, but it does the job quickly and efficiently. Good enough for me, no regrets in buying this scanner!
Here are some notable points that I wasn't able to find out before I took a chance on this:
1. The scanner's connection port is USB-C. The scanner ships with a proprietary USB-C to USB-A cable which provides both power and data. However, a non-proprietary USB-C to USB-C cable works well with my MacBook (which only has one UBC-C port).
2. The recommended Canon IJ Scan Utility Lite program allowed a max resolution of 600 dpi even though the scanner is capable of 4800. One way I found to get up to 4800 dpi is using Apple's scanner utility. Under System Preferences > Printers & Scanners, click the "+" button at the bottom of the list and add the scanner. Just the first time, I had to open the Canon IJ program to wake the scanner up before Apple recognized it. Once it was added to the list, I no longer had to do this step and eventually deleted the Canon IJ program.
3. I haven't figured out how to use the buttons on the front. Pressing them never did anything, even when I was using the Canon IJ program. Perhaps the buttons would function with the proprietary cable (which I never used) and/or a PC.
5. My current process for scanning is to click "open scanner..." through system preferences, connect the cable to the computer, and then click scan (other permutations, which ought to be equivalent, don't seem to work as well).
6. Scanning one 4x6 color photograph in JPEG at 4800 dpi took 11 minutes. The same scan at 600 dpi took 12 seconds, 1200 dpi took 40 seconds, and 2400 dpi took 2.5 minutes. I'm not sure how this compares to other scanners and what would be expected, but thought I'd share the info.
7. Four stars because it doesn’t work to full capacity (e.g. dpi limits and front buttons) out of the box, and I found Canon’s scan program to be suboptimal. Reading prior reviews, I can understand where some people encountered difficulty and became frustrated. Hoveved, it now works well for me using the processes described above.
This scanner works really well for artwork and is extremely easy to set up. I just popped in the disc it came with and followed the instructions and then plugged it in when the instructions prompted me to do so. I also found a youtube video that reviewed this scanner which helped my decision. The guy (Teoh Yi Chie) shows everything you need to know about the program as well. Also, the scanner door does not need to be closed while scanning. Perfect for sketchbooks. I usually put a small weight (such as a heavy book or paperweight) on top of my sketchbook to keep the paper in contact with the glass while scanning.
I purchased the Canon scanner to digitally record literally thousands of photos I have accumulated over the years. I can put 4 standard size photos at a time on the glass and it takes less then 10 seconds to scan and send them to my computer. It automatically crops each picture into its own photo file. I use Paint Shop Pro to edit the scanned files and results have far far exceeded my expectations. I thought this would be a time consuming endeavor but so far have scanned 1000 photos in approximately 3 hours. I highly recommend this product.
I travel a LOT and I want to carry a scanner. It need to be small and sturdy. I had a N1220U for many years and it was smaller and had easier software, but Canon stopped providing drivers as Windows kept changing. I bought VueScan to be able to use it, but I found that was annoying to use. At least the LiDE 400 has drivers.
TSA broke my carefully packed N1220U. When they "inspect your luggage" they usually do not care a bit about repacking it for travel. If the zipper zips, they are done. They do not have the IQ required to wrap it back up in the coats and blanket. It arrived with a broken glass and no way to repair it. The blanket did catch most of the glass shards. I will have to hand carry it from now on.
On my last flight they used a razor knife to cut open things rather that opening them like a Human Being would. To compare them to some disgusting thing is to insult that disgusting thing. I complained and they did not care. They will not let me repack it after they do their mayhem. If you only travel with socks and knit hats, you may be OK.
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