Canon Microfilm Scanner 800 Instruction Manual

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Introduction

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Canon Microfilm Scanner

800.
The Microfilm Scanner 800 is a desktop universal micro­film scanner that features a large A3-format screen. Images
projected on the screen can be output directly to a dedi­cated printer connected to the scanner or downloaded as
image data onto a computer connected to the scanner.
Optional carriers provide support for a wide variety of film
types, including roll film, microfiche and aperture cards.
Read the instructions in this manual carefully to ensure that
you make the best possible use of your scanner, and keep
this manual handy for future reference.

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Introduction

Conventions Used in These
Instructions

The symbols and icons used in this manual are described
below. Take the time to read and understand this informa­tion before reading the rest of the manual.

(➞ 12)

A number preceded by an arrow and enclosed in parenthe­ses indicates the number of the page on which you will
find more information about the preceding statement or
paragraph.

WARNING

Warnings are provided for your safety and contain
extremely important information. Failure to observe
the instructions provided in a warning could result in
death or serious injury to yourself or your co-workers.

CAUTION

Caution notices are also provided for your safety and
contain important information. Failure to observe the
instructions provided in a caution notice could result in
serious injury to yourself or your co-workers or dam­age to the equipment.

IMPORTANT

These important notes contain important information
on procedures that must be followed or actions that
must be avoided. Failure to observe a request could
result in damage to the equipment or a malfunction.

Notes

Notes provide additional tips or advice that can save
you time and effort in using the scanner.

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Contents

Contents

Introduction ...................................................... 1

Conventions Used in These Instructions............ 2

Contents............................................................ 3

Before Y ou Begin.............................................. 4

Safety Notes....................................................... 4

Choosing a Safe Location .................................. 4

Power Supply ..................................................... 6

Important Warnings............................................ 7

Features ............................................................. 9

Operation Modes.............................................. 10

Checking the Box Contents.............................. 11

Important Components and Their Functions.... 12

Optional Products............................................. 13

Preparing the Carrier ....................................... 14

Selecting the Scan Size......................... 26

Setting the Scanning Position................ 26

Trimming/Border settings ....................... 27

Special Features............................................. 28

Storing the Lens Magnification......................... 28

Storing a Zoom Setting .......................... 28

Function Keys................................................... 29

Programming Function Keys.................. 29

Functions that Can Be Assigned to the

Function Keys ........................................ 30

Function Key Labels .............................. 32

“Add on” Setting ............................................... 33

Setting the Add On ................................33

Setting the Caption ................................ 35

Setting the Date and Time ..................... 36

Setting the Auto Clear Time ............................. 38

Lenses.............................................................. 15

Fitting and Replacing Lenses ................15

Preparing the Printer ........................................ 16

Connecting to a Computer ............................... 17

Connecting the Computer...................... 17

Device Drivers........................................17

Using the Operation Panel Keys ...................... 18

Operation Panel..................................... 18

Operation Keyboard (optional)............... 19

Using the Scanner.......................................... 20

Switching On .................................................... 20

Switching Off .................................................... 20

Loading the Film............................................... 20

Adjusting the Image ......................................... 21

Focusing the Image ............................... 21

Enlarging and Reducing the Image .......22

Maintenance and Troubleshooting ............... 39

Replacing the Lamp ......................................... 39

Routine Cleaning.............................................. 41

Cleaning the Screen and Main Unit ....... 41

Cleaning the Lens.................................. 41

Cleaning Mode ................................................. 42

Cleaning the Fuser Roller ...................... 42

Troubleshooting................................................ 43

Automatic Border Removal and Skew

Correction......................................................... 44

User Call Errors................................................ 45

Service Call Errors ........................................... 46

Specifications................................................. 47

Index................................................................ 48

Rotating the Image ................................22

Printing or Scanning the Image........................ 23

Selecting the Polarity ............................. 23

Brightness Adjustment........................... 24

Selecting the Paper for Printing ............. 25

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Before Y ou Begin...

Before Y ou Begin...

100mm

Safety Notes

To ensure safe operation, read the following precautions
and recommendations before you choose a location and set
up the scanner.

Choosing a Safe Location

❏ To ensure adequate space for operation, maintenance

and ventilation, ensure that there is ample space around
the scanner on all sides.

150mm

300mm

❏ Avoid locations exposed to direct sunlight.

When direct sunlight is unavoidable, use curtains to
protect the scanner.

❏ Avoid dusty locations.

Dust can adversely affect internal scanner components.

❏ Avoid locations close to taps, water heaters or humidifi-

ers where the scanner would be exposed to high tem­peratures or moisture.

❏ Avoid locations affected by fumes from ammonia,

acetone or other volatile chemicals. Never use any kind
of volatile or flammable spray or aerosol near the
scanner.

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❏ Never set up the scanner in locations where flammable

substances such as alcohol, paint thinners or other
organic solvents are present.

❏ Always set up the scanner on flat and stable surface that

can support the weight of the scanner (47 kg).

❏ Choose a location that is free of excessive vibration.

❏ Avoid locations that are subject to extreme or sudden

changes in temperature.
Condensation formed inside the scanner can adversely
affect print quality. The temperature and humidity
ranges for optimum scanner operation are as follows:
Temperature: 10°C to 32.5°C (50°F to 90.5°F)
Humidity: 10% to 85% RH (condensation free)

❏ Do not set up the scanner close to equipment that can

generate strong magnetic fields, such as speakers, radios
or televisions.

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Power Supply

❏ Power should always be supplied from a rated power

outlet.

❏ Do not place objects on the power cord and position the

cord so that it will not be stepped on by people working
around the scanner.

❏ Do not bundle the power cord or wrap it around objects

such as table or chair legs.

❏ Do not attempt to unplug the scanner by pulling on the

power cord. Grasp the plug itself firmly to remove it.
To ensure safe operation, always ground the scanner.
Note that the scanner should never be grounded by
connecting the ground lead to a gas or water pipe.
If you are unsure of any aspects of the power supply,
consult your authorized Canon dealer or your power
supplier.

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Before Y ou Begin...

Important Warnings

WARNING

● Always observe these warnings when using the

scanner. Failure to follow these warnings could
result in injury due to fire or electric shock.

● Do not set up the scanner in a location close to

flammable solvents such as alcohol and paint
thinners.

● Do not cut, damage or modify the power cord, do not

pull or bend the power cord excessively, and do not
place heavy objects on the power cord.

● Never plug in or unplug the power cord with wet

hands.

● Do not place objects on top of the scanner as such

objects could fall and cause injury. Do not plug the
scanner into a multi-socket adapter.

● Do not knot or bundle the power cord, and ensure

that the plug is pushed fully into the power outlet.

● Use only the power cord supplied with the scanner.

● Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the scan-

ner. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the
scanner.

● Do not use flammable sprays or aerosols near the

scanner.

● Switch the scanner off and unplug the power cord

before cleaning the scanner.

● To clean the unit, use a cloth lightly dampened with

water or a mild detergent.

● If the scanner emits an unusual noise, odor, smoke or

sparks, or if the scanner will not function when
switched on, immediately switch the scanner off,
unplug the power cord and contact an authorized
Canon dealer or service center.

● Before you move the scanner even a short distance,

switch the scanner off and unplug the power cord.

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CAUTIONS

● Do not set up the scanner on sloping, wobbly or

otherwise unstable surfaces or in locations affected
by excessive vibration. The scanner could cause
injury if it falls over or slides off the surface.

● Do not block the ventilation slots as this could result

in a fire due to the build up of heat inside the scan­ner.

● Do not place vessels containing liquids (cups, vases,

etc.) or small metal objects (paper clips, staples,
necklaces, etc.) on top of the scanner. Liquids or
metal objects falling into the scanner could cause an
electric shock or fire. If any liquids or metal objects
fall into the scanner, immediately switch the scanner
off, unplug the power cord and contact an autho­rized Canon dealer or service center.

● Do not set up the scanner in dusty or humid

locations as this could result in an electric shock or
fire.

● Do not place heavy objects on top of the scanner as

such objects could fall and cause injury.

● Use only a power supply having the rated voltage.

The use of other voltages could result in a fire or
electric shock.

● Always unplug the power cord by grasping the plug

itself. Pulling on the power cord can damage the
cord so that the core wires are exposed or snapped
and could cause a fire or electric shock.

● Do not use an extension power cord as this could

cause a fire or electric shock.

● Keep the area around the power outlet free of ob-

stacles to ensure that the scanner can be unplugged
quickly in the event of an emergency.

● Take care not to tip water or flammable solvents

such as alcohol, thinners or benzene into the scanner
as this could result in a fire or electric shock.

● If the scanner will be left unused for a lengthy

period, always unplug the scanner as a safety mea­sure.

● Avoid touching internal scanner components when

you perform routine cleaning or maintenance such
as changing the lamp. Some internal components
generate high temperatures or high voltages. To
avoid injury such as burns or electric shocks, take
care also that metal objects such as necklaces or
bracelets do not come into contact with internal
scanner components.

● To avoid injury when you are moving the scanner,

take care not to put your hands on the metal
protrusions on the underside of the scanner unit.

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Features

The Canon Microfilm Scanner 800 features the following:

❏ Large-format screen, small footprint

Despite providing a large A3-size screen, this compact
universal microfilm scanner is small enough to fit on a
desktop.

❏ Automatic film selection

The scanner’s automatic film polarity detection function
saves you the trouble of switching the polarity when
you are scanning both negative and positive film.

❏ Support for different film formats

With its wide range of optional roll carriers, fiche
carriers and Auto Carriers, this scanner can handle a
wide variety of film formats, including microfiche,
aperture cards and roll film.

❏ Automated and motorized operation

Simple keystrokes can be used to control editing func­tions such as screen image adjustment and border
removal as well as other scanner functions.

❏ Different operation modes to suit your circumstances

The MS800 scanner has 2 operation modes:
“ReaderPrinter mode”, in which the image on the screen
is sent directly to a dedicated printer, and “Scanner
mode”, in which the scanner is connected to a personal
computer and the scanned image data is downloaded to
the computer. You can select whichever mode best suits
your needs. The operation mode is set by the service
technician at installation. See “Operation Modes” on
P.10 for more information.

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Operation Modes

The MS800 scanner has 2 operation modes: “Reader/Printer mode”, in which the image on the
screen is sent directly to a dedicated printer, and “Scanner mode”, in which the scanner is connected
to a personal computer and the scanned image data is downloaded to the computer to be printed on
a printer connected to the computer. The connected devices and operation procedures for the two
modes differ. Select the mode that best matches your system setup.
The operation mode is set by the service technician at installation. Contact your authorized Canon
service representative for details.

❏ Reader/Printer mode

This configuration consists of the Microfilm Scanner 800 with a FilePrint 400 printer. Screen images are sent
directly to the FilePrint 400 using the control panel on the Microfilm Scanner 800. To switch from this mode
to Scanner mode, contact your Canon service technician.

Print

Microfilm Scanner 800

File Print 400

❏ Scanner mode

This configuration consists of the Microfilm Scanner 800 with a computer and printer. Application software is
used to download screen images to the computer connected to the Microfilm Scanner 800 as image data. The
downloaded image data can then be sent to the printer connected to the computer. To switch from this mode to
ReaderPrinter mode, contact your Canon service technician.

Picture deta

Computer

Microfilm Scanner 800

Print

Printer

❏ Reader/Printer/Scanner mode (factory default):

Select this mode when you want to use both Reader/Printer mode and Scanner mode. You switch
between the two modes by assigning a switching function to one of the function keys. This mode
also allows you to use the MS 800 as a scanner in Reader/Printer mode and scan images from
your computer. However, you should switch to Scanner when you want to scan from the com­puter since some scanner keys cannot be used in Reader/Printer mode.

Reader Printer mode

FilePrint 400

Print

Microfilm Scanner 800

Picture deta

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Scanner mode

Computer

Print

(Printer)

Before Y ou Begin...

Checking the Box Contents

The Microfilm Scanner 800 package contains the items listed below. If any of these items is miss­ing, contact your Canon service outlet for assistance.

Microfilm Scanner 800 Lens holder

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Scanning Utility 800
Instructions

Software Licence
Agreement

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ISIS/TWAIN Driver
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Warranty Card

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Function key labels

Power cord

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Before Y ou Begin...

Important Components and Their Functions

Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the names and functions of the main components
of the scanner, as described below.

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1 Screen

Shows enlarged projections of the images on
the microfilm.

2 Framing Kit (optional)

When a specified area is to be scanned, use
this cursor to set the size of the scanned area.

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7 DIN connector

Use this socket to connect a motorized carrier
(optional).

8 Operation panel

Use these buttons to specify the image adjust­ment and operation mode settings.

3 Lens holder

Holds the lens.

4 Lamp unit

Holds the lamp that illuminates the image.
Remove this unit to change the lamp.

5 Carrier pad

Holds the film carrier.

6 Power switch

Switches the scanner on and off.

9 Operation keyboard (optional)

Provides easy access to all the operation panel
controls.

!º Foot switch (optional)

An underfoot switch that provides the same
function as the Start key on the operation
panel.

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Optional Products

In addition to the accessories provided in the product
package, a number of optional accessories that are required
for using the scanner, such as carriers and lenses, are also
sold, as well as other optional accessories that can be
purchased as needed. Contact your nearest authorized
Canon Dealer for details.

Carriers (➞ 13 “Preparing the Carrier”)

Carriers can be used for all types of film, including car­tridge film, microfiche, jacket film and aperture cards.
Because the scanner does not come with a carrier, purchase
the carrier best suited to your needs.

Installation Kit (➞ 13 “Preparing the Carrier”)

Some carriers require the Installation Kit. Contact your
nearest authorized Canon service outlet for details.

Lenses (➞ 14 “Lenses”)

One fixed-focus lens and four zoom lenses are provided for
the MS 800. Because the scanner does not come with a
lens, purchase the lenses best suited to your needs.

Framing Kit (➞ 25 “Trimming/Border settings”)

This unit allows you to select a part of the image projected
onto the scanner screen (trimming). This Framing Kit is
required in order to use the Trimming function provided in
the scanner.

Operation Keyboard (➞ 16 “Using the Operation
Panel Ke ys”)

This keyboard provides a handy way to access the func­tions provided on the operation panel.

Foot Switch

This is an underfoot switch that provides the same function
as the Start key on the operation panel.

128MB Additional Memory

To scan in grayscale mode from the application software
additional memory must be installed in the scanner.
Contact your nearest authorized Canon Dealer for details.

FilePrint 400 (➞ P.15 “Preparing the Printer”)

A dedicated printer for the Microfilm Scanner 800 when it
is used in Reader Printer mode.

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Preparing the Carrier

The list below shows all the optional film carriers that can
be installed on the Canon Microfilm Scanner 800. For
more details about these optional carriers, consult your
Canon dealer or authorized Canon service outlet. For
information on carrier installation and operation, refer to
the instructions provided with the carrier.

Note

The Auto Carrier 100C, 100M and 100R and the FS
Controller I and Roll/Fiche Carrier 200 require the
optional installation kit.

Fiche Carrier 190R II

A film carrier for viewing microfiche (up to 105 x 190
mm), jackets and aperture cards.

Auto Carrier 100C (AC100C)

A motorized automatic carrier for 16 mm cartridge film
(ANSI, ANSI ENCLOSED *1, Kodak Ektamate or 3M)
that features high-speed automatic loading and rapid film
feeding and display.

Auto Carrier 100M (AC100M)

A motorized automatic carrier for 3M cartridges or
TUSCAN M-type *2 cartridges that features high-speed
automatic loading and rapid film feeding and display.

Auto Carrier 100R (AC100R)

A motorized automatic carrier for 16 or 35 mm film wound
on standard open reels.

FS Controller I

A motorized automatic carrier for 16 mm cartridge film
(ANSI, Kodak Ektamate or 3M). This carrier is required
for reading film marked with blips for image search and
retrieval.

FS Controller III

A motorized automatic carrier for the latest 16 mm car­tridge film (ANSI, Kodak Ektamate or 3M). This carrier is
required for reading film marked with blips for image
search and retrieval.

Roll/Fiche Carrier 200

This carrier is required for reading 16 or 35 mm standard
open reel film, 16 mm cartridge film (ANSI, Kodak
Ektamate or 3M), microfiche (up to 105 x 190 mm),
jackets or aperture cards.

*1 ANSI ENCLOSED cartridges are as stipulated in ANSI MS-15.
*2 TUSCAN M-type refers to TUSCAN cartridges with a 3M-type core.

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