This section contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of the Kodak 2400DSV-E
Scanner/Printer. All operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual.
The following section contains important information related to operator safety and may help prevent equipment
problems. Make sure you observe all of the precautions listed in this manual.
Warning symbols
• Do not modify this product, as a fire, electrical shock, or breakdown could result. If the product
employs a laser, the laser beam source could cause blindness.
• Do not attempt to remove the covers and panels, which have been fixed to the product. Some
products have a high-voltage part or a laser beam source inside that could cause an electrical
shock or blindness. The operator is only allowed to slide out/in the projection unit of the scanner.
• Only use the power cord supplied in the package. If a power cord is not supplied, only use the
power cord and plug that is specified in Power Cord Instruction. Failure to use this cord could
result in fire or electrical shock.
• Use only the specified power source voltage. Failure to do so could result in fire or electrical
shock. If you are in doubt, contact a qualified electrician.
• Do not use a multiple outlet adapter to connect any other appliances or machines. Use of a power
outlet for more than the marked current value could result in fire or electrical shock.
• Do not connect and disconnect the plug of the power cord with a wet hand..
• Keep hands, hair and clothing away from rollers and other moving parts.
• Do not scratch, abrade, place a heavy object on, heat, twist, bend, pull on, or damage the power
cord. Use of a damaged power cord (exposed core wire, broken wire, etc.) could result in a fire or
breakdown. Should any of these conditions be found, immediately turn OFF the power switch,
unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and then call your Kodak Service Representative.
• Do not use an extension cord. Use of an extension cord could cause a fire or electrical shock.
Contact your Kodak Service Representative if an extension cord is required.
• Do not place a flower vase or other container that contains water, or metal clips or other small
metallic objects on this product. Spilled water or metallic objects dropped inside the product could
result in a fire, electrical shock, or breakdown.
• Should a piece of metal, water, or any other similar foreign matter get inside the product,
immediately turn OFF the power switch, unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and call
your Kodak Service Representative.
• If this product becomes inordinately hot or emits smoke, or unusual odor or noise, immediately
turn OFF the power switch, unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and then call your Kodak
Service Representative. A fire or electrical shock could result if you continue to use the product.
• If this product has been dropped or its cover damaged, immediately turn OFF the power switch,
unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and call your Kodak Service Representative. A fire
or electrical shock could result if you continue to use the product.
• Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet that is equipped with a grounding terminal.
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Caution symbols
• Do not use flammable sprays, liquids, or gases near this product, as fire could result.
• Do not let any object plug the ventilation holes of this product. Heat could accumulate inside the
product, resulting in a fire or malfunction.
• Do not install this product at a site that is exposed to direct sunlight, or near an air conditioner or
heating apparatus. The resultant temperature changes inside the product could cause a
malfunction, fire, or electrical shock.
• Do not place the product in a dusty place, or a site exposed to soot or steam, near a kitchen
table, bath, or a humidifier. A fire, electrical shock, or breakdown could result.
• Do not place this product on an unstable or tilted bench, or in a location subject to a lot of
vibration and shock. It could drop or fall, causing personal injury or mechanical breakdown.
• After installing this product, mount it on a secure base. If the unit moves or falls, it may cause
personal injury.
• Do not store toner units and PC drum units near a floppy disk or watch that are susceptible to
magnetism. They could cause these products to malfunction.
• Replacing the projection lamp. The projection lamp is hot. Do not touch it before it cools down.
• The wall socket must be easily accessible so the plug of the power cord can be disconnected at
any time.
• Always use this product in a well-ventilated location. Operating the product in a poorly ventilated
room for an extended period of time could injure your health. Ventilate the room at regular
intervals.
• Whenever moving this product, be sure to disconnect the power cord and other cables. Failure to
do this could damage the cord or cable, resulting in a fire, electrical shock, or breakdown.
• When moving this product, always hold it by the locations specified in the operator's manual. If
the unit falls it may cause severe personal injury. The product may also be damaged or malfunction.
• When unplugging the power cord, be sure to hold onto the plug. Pulling on the power cord could
damage the cord, resulting in a fire or electrical shock.
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Routine Precautions
• Do not store toner units, PC drum units, and other supplies and consumables in a place subject
to direct sunlight and high temperature and humidity, as poor image quality and malfunction could
result.
• Do not attempt to replace the toner unit and PC drum unit in a place exposed to direct sunlight. If
the PC drum is exposed to intense light, poor image quality could result.
• Do not unpack a toner unit or PC drum unit until the time of use. Do not leave an unpacked unit
standing. Install it immediately or poor image quality could result.
• Do not keep toner units and PC drum units in an upright position or upside down, as poor image
quality could result.
• Do not throw or drop a toner unit or PC drum unit as poor image quality could result.
• Do not use this product in an area where ammonia or other gases or chemicals are present.
Failure to do so may shorten the service life of the product, cause damage or decrease
performance.
• Do not use this product in an environment with a temperature outside the range specified in the
operator's manual, as a breakdown or malfunction could result.
• Do not attempt to feed stapled paper, carbon paper or aluminum foil through this product, as a
malfunction or fire could result.
• Do not touch or scratch the surface of the toner unit developing roller and the PC drum, as poor
image quality could result.
• Use the supplies and consumables recommended by the dealer. Use of any supply or
consumable not recommended could result in poor image quality and breakdown.
This Operator’s Manual provides information and procedures for using the
Kodak 2400DSV-E Digital Scanner-Printer. Following is a summary of
what is included:
Chapter 1, Introduction provides general information about the
Kodak 2400DSV-E Scanner-Printer including a product description,
installation information, environmental specifications, an overview of
external components, and how to turn the scanner and printer on and off.
Chapter 2, Control Panel Functions provides a list of the icons found
on the Operator Control Panel and what functions can be performed
using the Operator Control Panel.
Chapter 3, Using the Scanner provides procedures on how to use
the scanner, including replacing the lens, selecting negative/positive
printing, image density, number of prints to be made, how to adjust image
processing features, etc. In addition, information about setting up and
recalling job programs is included.
Chapter 4, Printer Functions provides general information about the
High-Speed Video Laser Printer including an overall description of
external components, use and care of the printer and printer supplies.
Chapter 5, Maintenance provides maintenance procedures for the
scanner and procedures for replacing the projection lamp.
Chapter 6, Troubleshooting/Messages provides information on
analyzing and correcting operating/printing problems or errors. Also
provides procedures for clearing paper misfeeds in the printer.
Appendix A provides specifications for the Kodak 2400DSV-E
Scanner.
Appendix B user and system settings can be changed by you or your
Kodak Service Representative. This appendix provides the factory
settings and a description of those settings.
Appendix C provides Key Operator information along with a chart that
you can record system information, such as scanner/printer model,
accessory names and serial numbers.
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Product description
Installation
The Kodak 2400DSV-E Digital Scanner-Printer scans images and outputs
to a printer or through the PC interface. All controls are mounted on the
front panel for ease of operation. You can scan directly to the optional
laser printer or to a PC at up to 800 dpi.
Placement of the scanner in the environment described below ensures
optimal performance.
• A well ventilated place, which is free from ammonia or other organic
gases.
• The wall socket must be easily accessible so that the plug of the power
cord can be disconnected at any time.
• An area free from direct sunlight.
• A place which has easy access to a power outlet so the unit may be
easily plugged in and unplugged.
• A place, which is out of the direct air stream of an air conditioner, heater
or ventilator and is not subject to extremely high or low temperatures or
humidity.
• A stable location with a flat surface that is not subject to vibration.
• A place that is free from any object that would block the heat exhaust
duct of the printer.
• A place away from curtains or anything else that is easily flammable.
• An area that is safe from spilled water or other liquids.
• A dust-free location.
NOTE: If the scanner is to be located near a window, do not face the
screen towards the window.
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Power source
Grounding
Space requirements
100 mm
or 4"
503 mm or 19 3/4"
The power source voltage requirements are as follows:
• Use a power source with minimal voltage fluctuation.
• Power Source: 230V/50Hz/3A
Voltage fluctuation: within ±10%
Frequently fluctuation: within ±3%
• Be careful not to exceed the capacity of the outlet, especially when
sourcing other appliances from the same outlet.
• NEVER connect any other appliances or machines by means of a
multiple socket to the outlet being used for the unit.
• Make sure that the power cord does not become caught in any
mechanism of the system. Do not allow the power cord to become
caught underneath the weight of the unit.
To prevent electrical shocks caused by electrical leakage, always connect
the plug of the power cord to a grounded wall socket that complies with
the local electrical standards.
2400DSV-E Scanner
The illustration below provides the clearance dimensions between the
wall and the rear of the unit as well as the right and left sides which
provide ample space for the ventilation ports to dissipate heat.
100 mm
or 4"
100 mm
or 4"
716 mm or 28 1/4"
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High-Speed Video Laser Printer
For ease of operation, maintenance and replenishment of supplies, the
minimum clearance shown below is required. Install the unit in an area
that allows easy access.
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Operating environment
System configuration
The environmental requirements for operating the system are as follows:
0
Temperature: 50
F to 950F (100C to 350C) with a fluctuation of 180F
0
(10
C) per hour
Humidity: 15 to 85% with a fluctuation of 20% per hour
This scanner is configured with a printer (video) and PC (SCSI) interface.
Printer Mode (2400DSV-E Scanner plus a Video Laser Printer)
The scanner is connected to a dedicated printer, allowing scanned
images to be printed out directly.
NOTE: Each 2400DSV-E Scanner is designed exclusively for use with its
respective printer. Contact your Kodak Representative if you are
in doubt on how to connect the laser printer.
PC Interface mode (2400DSV-E Scanner plus a PC)
The scanner is connected to a personal computer and the scanned
images can be uploaded to the computer. The PC interface cable is for
connection to a personal computer through PowerFilm Application
software.
Connection to a personal computer and printer can be switched using the
Control Panel. Refer to "Selecting the Connection mode" in Chapter 2.
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Film Carriers
Fiche Carrier-5 ― for use with Jackets, Microfiche and Aperture cards.
RFC-9B ― a motorized carrier for semi-
automatic loading of 16 and 35 mm open
spool film.
UC-2 ― a motorized carrier for semi-
automatic loading of 16 and 35 mm open
spool film, microfiche, Aperture Cards,
Jackets.
RFC-15A ― for automatic loading of 16 mm
ANSI Clip Cartridge Microfilm (Open Spool
Adapter option).
RFC-15M ― for automatic loading of 16 mm
3M Type Cartridge Microfilm.
Auto-retrieval Controllers
Mini Mars-2 Controller ― for automatic reading of
16 mm Cartridge Microfilm using up to 2-level image
marks.
Mars IV Controller― for automatic reading of 16 mm
Cartridge Microfilm using up to 3-level image marks.
RFC-21 ― for automatic loading of 16 mm
ANSI or 3M Type Cartridges. This carrier is
designed for very high-speed 16 mm film
searching.
ACF-7 ― for automatic loading, viewing and
ejection of aperture cards and works in
medium- to high-volume applications. The
ACF-7 is recommended for the Kodak
3000DSV-E Scanner-Printer but can be used
with the 2400DSV-E Scanner-Printer providing
the image area of the film is completely visible
on the screen.
Both controllers may be used in conjunction with the RFC-15A, RFC-15M
or RFC-21A/M Carriers.
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Turning the power on
and off
Following are illustrations and procedures of turning the power on and off
of the scanner, the video laser printer.
To turn the power on:
• Press the Power switch of the scanner and printer to the On (I) position.
2400DSV-E Scanner Video Laser Printer
When the scanner is turned on, the Control Panel displays a blinking “1”.
When the scanner is ready, the “1” stops blinking.
NOTE: If you load the film in the film carrier and press the Start button
while the printer is warming up, you can scan and memorize the
film image of about 9 pages (Letter or A4 size/400dpi). The Printer
allows that print process to be started as soon as the printer
completes warming up.
Darker
Auto
Lighter
Both ends of Exposure Display blink. If you want the Print
Reserve/Memory Function disabled, contact your Kodak Service
Representative.
To turn the power off:
• Press the Power switch of the scanner and printer to the O (Off)
position.
NOTE: The power to the scanner and printer can be turned On and Off at
the same time by using a cord that is equipped with an on/off
switch saving both time and energy. Make sure that all cords used
comply with the specified ratings of the unit.
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Auto Power Save/
Projection Lamp
functions
This system provides two functions that help to decrease power
consumption:
• The Auto Power Save function that automatically shuts down power to
the printer heater.
• The Auto Projection Lamp OFF function that automatically turns off the
Projection Lamp of the scanner.
Both are activated when the system is left idle for a specified period of
time.
These functions may be disabled or enabled. When enabled, timing can
be selected from either 30 or 60 minutes. The default for both of these
functions is Disabled. Contact your Kodak Service Representative for
more information.
When the system is in the Auto Power Save mode, each outside segment
of the Multi-Print Display LEDs light up sequentially.
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2 Control Panel Functions
Following are descriptions of the Control Panel functions. Some functions
are available by using the Shift key and some of the functions provide
access to optional accessories. This chapter provides an overview of
each function. Chapter 3, Using the Scanner, provides procedures on
how to use each function.
Standard Control Panel
functions
The functions described below are standard Control Panel functions.
Output
Tray
Cassette1
Cassette2
Selection
1
Auto Skew
Correction
2
Centering/Fit
3
Auto
Masking
Manual
Text
Print Mode
Fine
Photo
Auto
Nega
Posi
Resolution
Film Type
Job Recall
Darker
9
Zoom +
Auto
4
5
6
7
8
Zoom clr
Lighter
7
Zoom -
10
11
12
13
15
PC/PR
Start
C
Shift
14
16
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1 Output Selection key - select the paper feeding source according to
the format of the image displayed on the screen. The options are:
Rotation symbol: when lit, the image will be
rotated 90 degrees on the screen and during
printing. The screen image will be oriented
horizontally on paper that is positioned lengthwise
and vertically on paper that is positioned crosswise.
CrosswiseLengthwise
If the symbol is blinking, the Auto Film Format
Select Print function is available when Letter (or
A4) size paper is placed in both lengthwise and
crosswise positions in the paper feeding tray and
cassette. Paper that best suits the format of the
image as displayed on the screen will be used for
printing. If you want to use this function, contact
your Kodak Service Representative. For more
information about the Auto Film Format Select Print
function see Chapter 3.
Tray
Prints the displayed image on paper fed from the
Print tray.
Cassette1
Prints the displayed image on paper fed from
Cassette 1.
Cassette2
Prints the displayed image on paper fed from
Cassette 2 (when the Tray and Cassette1
indicators are both lit). This cassette is optional.
2 Auto Skew Correction key - turns auto skew on or off. When
auto skew is on, the indicator is lit and any skew of the image will be
corrected during printing.
After printing, the skew is retained by default. Contact your Kodak
Service Representative to change the default.
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3 Centering/Fit key - when pressed, enables or disables the Centering
and Fit functions. When Auto Masking, Trimming or Masking are set
to Off, Auto Masking will automatically be enabled when Centering is
selected.
Centering: places a screen image that was
searched using Auto Masking or an image that was
trimmed in the center of the page.
Fit: enlarges a screen image that was searched
using Auto Masking or an image that was trimmed
to fit the page. The image is enlarged to fit the
paper size. The image displayed on the screen
does not change size. When Masking is selected or
when the scanner is connected to the PC, this
mode cannot be used.
NOTE: When Auto Masking, Trimming or Masking are set to OFF,
Auto Masking will automatically be enabled when Centering is
selected.
4 Masking ― when pressed, cycles through Off to Auto Masking to
Manual Trimming to Manual Masking to Off.
Off Indicates no masking or trimming will be done.
Auto Masking: omits the frame (non-image area)
of a printed film image. Auto Masking is not
applicable with the Masking or Trimming settings.
The previous Centering/Fit setting is applied
whenever On is selected from the Off state.
If Off is selected from the On state, Centering/Fit
is disabled.
NOTE: Auto masking is not applicable with the
Masking or Trimming settings.
Trimming: when enabled, the image is printed
(scanned) with the non-image area (frame)
automatically masked.
Masking: prints only the image outside the area
that is defined on the screen.
If Trimming is selected from the Off state, the
previously entered settings for Centering/Fit and
Manual Masking are applied.
From Trimming, when Masking is selected, the
Centering/Fit setting is disabled and the previous
settings for the Masking area are applied.
The Manual Masking is cancelled when Off is
selected from the Masking state.
NOTE: Trimming or Masking are not available
through Auto Masking and cannot be set
when the scanner is connected to the PC.
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5 Print Mode key - allows you to fine-tune the image quality of the print
according to the original. When pressed, cycles through Text, Fine
and Photo.
• Text: for use with text images.
• Fine: for use with lower grades of film.
• Photo: for use with photographic images.
6 Film Typekey - when pressed, cycles through Auto, Negative or
Positive.
• Auto: automatically determines between the film type options or
Negative or Positive for print production.
• Nega: select Nega when using negative film. Dark and light values
of the print will be reversed.
• Posi: select Posi when using positive film. Dark and light values of
the print will be consistent with the image on film.
7 Exposure Adjustmentkeys - adjusts the density of the image to be
printed during the Auto or Manual Exposure mode.
• Darker: supports darker image density.
• Lighter: supports lighter image density.
8 Exposure Modekey - select either Auto or Manual exposure mode.
When Auto is selected, the system produces the optimum quality of
the image for printing. You can then use the Manual mode to
enhance the quality if the desired results from the Auto exposure are
not achieved.
9 Exposure Display - indicates the current density level of the printed
image.
10 Exposure Mode indicator - Auto Exposure mode is indicated when
the green Auto light is on. The green Auto light turns off when the
scanner is in the Manual Exposure mode.
11 Multi-Print display - displays the number of prints to be made. Also
displays corresponding codes in the event of a malfunction or paper
misfeed. The blinking number in this display indicates the scanner is
in operation.
12
Add Toner indicator - blinks when the Imaging Cartridge or
Toner Cartridge of the printer is running out of toner and lights up
when the cartridge has completely run out of toner. (Laser Printer mode only)
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13 Memory Input indicator - allows you to store one of the following
functions into the memory of the scanner.
• Negative or positive
• Print mode
• Output Format
• Print image density
• Exposure mode
• Centering or Fit
• Masking
• Auto Skew Correction
• Horizontal Area setting
• Vertical Area setting
• Electrical Zoom
• Resolution
• Image Distortion Correction
14 Clear/Stop key - use this key to clear the setting on the Multi-Print
display, reset the Multi-Print display to "1" or stop a multi-print cycle.
This key also provides a Shift function. See the next section for more
information regarding using this function.
15 Multi-Print key - used to set the number of prints when printing
continuous or multiple pages. The value of this setting increases by
one (1, 2, 3...) every time the key is pressed (maximum 19). (Laser Printer mode only)
Start key - press to print (scan) the displayed image.
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Using the Shift
function on the Control
Panel
When you use the Shift function (Clear/Stop key) on the Control Panel,
other options are available.
NOTE: All of these functions can be performed when the Shift key and
one of the keys described below are pressed.
1 User Mode (Output Selection key) – pressing this key together with
the Shift key puts the Scanner-Printer into the User mode. The User
mode allows you to change the default values of various functions.
Contact your Kodak representative for more information.
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2 Lamp Illuminance (Centering/Fit key) - adjusts the illumination of the
screen. To adjust:
• Hold down the Shift key while pressing the Centering/Fit key until
the desired contrast is achieved. When this key is continuously
pressed, the screen is gradually darkened until it is turned off.
When the screen is turned off, you can press any key to illuminate
the screen to the maximum level.
3 Resolution -
sets the resolution of the scanner.
• When the scanner is connected to the printer. Available
resolutions are: 400 dpi (4H) and 600 dpi (6H)
• When the scanner is connected to the PC through PowerFilm
Application software. Available resolutions are: 200, 300, 400, 600
and 800 dpi (2H, 3H, 4H, 6H and 8H respectively).
4 Job Recall - when this key is pressed together with the Shift key, the
program registration locations (IJ, 2J and 3J) are called. Each time
this key is pressed while the Shift key is held down, the display
rotates through 1J, 2J and 3J.
5 Zoom - sets zoom magnification.
• Zoom+: when Zoom+ is pressed with the Shift key the
magnification is increased by an increment of 0.0IX (up to 2.00X).
• Zoom clr: clears the current zoom setting when this key is held
down together with the Shift key for one second.
• Zoom-: when Zoom- is pressed with the Shift key the
magnification is decreased by a decrement of 0.01X (down to
0.50X).
6 Shift - the Shift key must be pressed when you want to access one of
the functions described in this section: Lamp Illumination, Resolution,
Job Recall, Zoom or PC/PR.
7 PC/PR - when selected (with the Shift key) the connection to the PC
or printer is selected. This key is not valid unless the PC interface
cable is connected to the PC.
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3 Using the Scanner
This chapter provides procedures on how to use the Kodak 2400DSV-E
Scanner.
Following is an outline of the basic printing procedure. Detailed
procedures on these steps can be found later in this chapter.
1. Load the film. The procedure for loading film is determined by the type
2. Select and replace the lens.
3. Select the connection mode.
4. If desired, zoom, focus or rotate the image.
5. Select negative or positive printing.
6. Select the image density.
7. Enter the number of prints to be made.
8. Select the output format.
of Film Carrier (optional) that is being used. Review the Operator’s
Manual that came with your Film Carrier for more information.
9. Adjust the image processing features.
10. Print and scan the displayed image. The printing or scanning of the
image appearing on the screen is initiated after the Start key is
pressed.
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