Be sure the scanner is not tilted or placed on an unstable surface. Part of the image is distorted or blurred. Refer to your operating system manual and electronic help files for instructions on how to resolve IRQ conflicts. Part of the image is distorted or blurred. Reposition your document so that the image you want to scan is within the readable area.
Color is patchy or distorted at the edges of the image.
If the document is very thick or warped at the edges, the edges of the image may be discolored. Cover the edges of the document with opaque paper to block outside light. If the document extends beyond the edge of the document table, part of the document may not be in contact with the table. Change the position of the document. The image is faint or out of focus.