Brand: CANON
Category: Scanner
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for DR-M260
Uploaded: Sept. 12, 2025, 4:16 a.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2017
Warranty Information
Information regarding warranty is limited within the provided pages, with a disclaimer on page 4 stating liability is limited to purchase price.
Setup Guide
Follow these steps to set up your scanner:
- Checking the Accessories: Verify all included items are present.
- Installing the Software: Install necessary drivers and applications from the Setup Disc.
- Connecting to a Computer: Connect the scanner to your computer and power supply.
- Turning the Power ON: Power on the scanner and computer.
Introduction
Familiarize yourself with the scanner's functions by reading the manuals.
Before Using the Scanner
Pay attention to important safety instructions and installation requirements.
Important Safety Instructions
- Ensure safe operation by reading all warnings and precautions.
- Installation Location: Install in a suitable environment, considering temperature, humidity, dust, and space.
- AC Adapter: Use only the provided adapter and connect to the correct power outlet.
- Moving the Scanner: Hold with both hands, disconnect cables before moving.
- Handling: Follow precautions to avoid fire, electric shock, or damage.
- Disposal: Dispose of the scanner according to local regulations.
Features of the Scanner
The DR-M260 offers features like Compact Design, Fast Document Feeding, High Image Quality, USB3.1 Gen1 Interface, Color/Grayscale Support, various Scanning Modes (including Card Scan, Paper Size Detection, Auto Color Detection), Auto Resolution Detection, Folio Scan, Deskew, Ultrasonic Double Feed Detection, Text Orientation Detection, and Text Enhancement Modes.
Names and Functions of Parts
Identify and understand the function of each part of the scanner, including the Open Lever, Power button, Document Eject Tray, Feed Tray, Document Guides, Operating Panel, and connectors.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Message | Error Code | Problem | Solution |
| Scanner cover is open. | C001 | The scanner's front unit is open. | Close the front unit. |
| A double paper-feed has occurred. | D002 | A double feed was detected by the document length. | Remove the double fed document page(s), return them to the Document Feed Tray, and scan again. |
| D004 | A double feed was detected ultrasonically. | ||
| A document was skewed. | J018 | A skewed document was detected. | Remove and reposition the document page. |
| Paper feed error detected. | J080 | Paper feed error detected. | Open the front unit and remove the jammed paper. |
| P000 | Documents still remain after removing the jammed paper. | ||
| P001 | The document is jammed near the feed inlet. The document is jammed inside the scanner. The document is jammed near the eject outlet. It is possible that the document is too short. | ||
| P002 | |||
| P004 | |||
| P006 | |||
| P007 | |||
| P010 | |||
| P050 | |||
| Scanner hardware problem. | Exxx | Internal scanner error. | Turn the power OFF, and restart the scanner. If this does not solve the problem, make a note of the error code, and contact your Canon service representative. |