Magnasonic FS50 User Manual

User Manual

Film Scanner

FS50

Thank you for your purchase of this Magnasonic product. Please read this instruction manual

carefully before using product to ensure proper use. Keep this manual in a safe place for

future reference.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL SAFE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Getting Started

1. Read all warnings below and follow all instructions within this manual.

2. Only use films of standard size.

3. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

4. To save energy, the scanner will automatically shut down after 30 minutes of inactivity.
Press the power button to turn back on.

Safety Alerts

1. If any of the following conditions are present, stop using immediately, unplug the power
cord, and refer to a qualified service professional for servicing:

a. If there is any smoke or unusual smell while using.
b. If the product has been exposed to rain, water, or other liquids.
c. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
d. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

Best Practices for Safe Use

1. Unwind and straighten the USB cord before use.

2. Check that the power voltage stated on the rating label corresponds to your local
electricity supply.

3. Unplug the power adapter from the wall when the product is unused for a long period
of time and during thunderstorms.

4. Do not use this product near water.

5. Do not immerse this product, the power cord, or any accessories in water or any other
liquid.

6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

7. Do not place this product near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Cleaning and Care

1. Please make sure the scanner is clean before using.

2. Do not clean the scanner with alcohol, gasoline, diluent or other organic solvents.

3. Clean outside of the product only with a dry cloth.

4. Do not clean the inside of this product with anything except for the included cleaning
brush.

Servicing/Repair/Replacement Parts

1. Do not attempt to service or disassemble this product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Refer all servicing to a
qualified service professional.

2. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replace­ment parts specified by the manufacturer, or have the same characteristics as the original
parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

3. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

Table of Contents

Foreword ........................................................................................ 4

Maintenance Matters .................................................................... 4

What’s Included ............................................................................. 4

Loading the Trays........................................................................... 5

Loading Film ....................................................................................................5

Loading Slides .................................................................................................6

Menu .................................................................................................................7

Capture Picture .............................................................................................7

Operation Guide ...........................................................................................9

How to Playback Saved Pictures ............................................................. 10

Setting Language ......................................................................................... 11

Changing Resolution .................................................................................. 11

Formatting .................................................................................................... 12

Connect to Computer .............................................................................. 12

Product Specication .................................................................. 13

Declaration .................................................................................. 13

Frequently Asked Questions / Troubleshooting ........................ 14

Magnasonic® Warranty............................................................... 15

FCC Statement ........................................................................... 17

Foreword

Thank you for purchasing this product. Read this manual carefully before
use, and save the instructions for future reference. Please use this
product properly.

NOTE: Do not disassemble this product yourself.

Maintenance Matters

• High Temperature: The product should be kept away from heat
sources such as radiators/heaters.

• Cleaning: Use the included cleaning brush before scanning so
that the image clearly shows.

• Non-Use Period: When the product is not in use for a long
period of time, remove the USB cable from your computer and
unplug the power cord.

• Scanning Medium: Please use the standard lm size when
scanning.

What’s Included

• USB cable

• Negative tray

• Positive tray

• AC / DC adapter

• User Manual

• Cleaning brush

• Video Out TV Cable

• 110 Film tray

• Super 8 tray

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Loading the Trays

Loading Film

1. Hold the negative up
towards the light to
determine the orientation.
You want the image to
face you right-side up.

2. Locate the Negative Tray.

3. The side labeled “THIS SIDE
UP” should be facing you.

4. Open the tray carefully,

and place the lm

negative inside of the tray.

5. Close the tray and press
the edges making sure
they are locked in place.

6. Insert tray into the
opening on the right side
of the Film Scanner to
begin.

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Loading Slides 1. Hold the slide up towards

the light to determine the
orientation. You want the im­age to face you right-side up.

2. Locate the Slide Tray.

3. The side labeled “THIS SIDE
UP” should be facing you.

4. Open the slide tray carefully,
and place the slides into the
tray.

5. Close the slide tray and press
the edges making sure they
are locked in place.

6. Insert tray into the opening
on the right side of the Film
Scanner to begin.

Handle lms with care to avoid scratches or nger prints(for the best results

use cotton gloves when handling lms) It is recommended to use compressed cotton

to remove any dust on the lms.

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Menu

Capture Picture

1. Before scanning please make sure the inner backlight panel is clean.

You can use the provided brush to clean the screen.

Note:

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2. In the Main Menu mode press OK to enter capture mode. Then
press SCAN/MENU then press OK to capture the picture.

Before pressing OK to capture picture, press the left button to mirror
and press right button to ip the current picture. Press OK button to
set Exposure. Press the SCAN/MENU button again back to main menu.

3. Press the left key to mirror the image horizontally.

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4. Press the right key to ip the image vertically.

5. Press OK to set exposure compensation

Operation Guide

In the Main Menu, press , until you see (Film Type). Then press

OK. Choose from the following options:

• Color Negative: For 110, 135, or 126KPK

• Slide Positive: For 110, 135, 126KPK, or Super 8

• B&W Negative: For 110, 135, or 126KPK

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How to Playback Saved Pictures

In the Main Menu, press , until you see (Playback). Press OK
to enter the picture auto-playback mode. To stop auto-playback and view
images manually, press OK again. In manual playback you can change pic­tures by pressing . To enter Picture Editing mode, press OK while
looking at an image in manual playback. You can rotate, delete, and save
images in this mode. Selecting the (Home) option on the screen will
take you back to the Main Menu.

Rotates current picture clockwise (90 degrees)
Rotates current picture counter-clockwise (90 degrees)
Deletes current image from your SD card
Leave picture editing mode
Save the current image edits
Exit to Main Menu

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Setting Language

Under the Main Menu mode press until you see (Language).
Then press OK to chose a language. Then press and OK to
choose one of following 8 languages: English, French, Spanish,

Simplied Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, German or Italian.

Changing Resolution

Under the Main Menu mode, press until you see (Resolution)
then press OK to enter into Resolution Mode. You can choose 14M or
22M (interpolation).

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Formatting

In the Main Menu, press until you see (Format), press the OK
button to enter.

After using this function, all information in the Micro SD card will be deleted.

Note:

Connect to Computer

Under the Main Menu mode press until your see (USB
MSDC) then press OK. After successfully connecting the lm scanner
to your computer using the provided USB cable, you can view and edit
captured pictures.

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Product Specication

Function Film Scanner/USB MSDC

Interface USB 2.0

Image Sensor 14.0 Mega pixel, 4416 x 3312,

Display Color 2.4 TFT LCD

Exposure Control Automatic / Manual (-2.0 EV~ +2.0EV)

White Balance Automatic

Resolution 14.0 Mega pixels / 22Mega pixels

Film Type • 135 Film (36 x 24mm)

Picture Effects B&W, Slides, Negatives

File Format Picture JPEG

TV-OUT Type NTSC/PAL

Built-in Memory 128M

External Memory Card SD card up to 32GB

Power Supply DC 5V Adapter / USB Port

Language English/French/Spanish/Simplied Chinese/

Product Size L 87 x W 86.5 x H 102.5mm

Weight 250g

1/2.33" CMOS sensor

(Interpolation)

• 126KPK Film (27 x 27mm)

• Monochrome Slide

• 110 Film (17 x 13mm)

• Super8 Film (4.01 x 5.79mm)

Traditional Chinese/Japanese/German/Italian

Declaration

* We reserve the right to change models, conguration, or specications
without notice or liability. Product may not be exactly as shown.

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Frequently Asked Questions / Troubleshooting

Q: How can I get the best quality scan possible?

A: Ensure the Resolution is set to 22M (default), the film/slides are clean, and clean the inside of
the unit with the included cleaning brush immediately before scanning.

Q: How should I prepare the film/slides to ensure the best possible scan?

A: The film should be free of any dust/fingerprints. This can be done with an appropriate cleaning
cloth.

Q: I’ve noticed a consistent spot on every slide I have scanned. Is something wrong
with my scanner?

A: There is likely a small amount of dust inside your unit. Use the included cleaning brush to
ensure there is no foreign debris.

Q: Do I need a computer to begin scanning?

A: Everything is plug-and-play right out of the box. You can save images to an SD card (up to 32
GB) or the scanner’s internal memory, and then export to a computer at a time that is more
convenient.

Q: Can I connect it to any computer/laptop?

A: Yes, it uses standard USB cable to connect to any computer with a USB port.

Q: What file format are the images saved as?

A: The files are saved in JPG format.

Q: Can I use this to scan raw film or do I need to develop the negatives first?

A: The scanner will work for developed film only.

Q: Does the scanner convert Super 8 movie film into a digital movie file?

A: The scanner can convert Super 8 film into still images. These files can then be used with
separate software (not included) to create movie files.

Q: Can I use the Film Scanner to scan prints?

A: Slides and Negatives can be scanned, however printed pictures can’t be.

Q: What type of light source does the scanner use?

A: The scanner uses an LED back light. This is not a source of heat and is safe to use on all
negatives/film types.

Q: Why do my scanned images look orange?

A: If your scanned images are not the correct color, you can easily set different exposure com­pensation (EV, R, G, B) until it is the correct color. See Page 9 of the manual for instructions.

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Magnasonic® Warranty

Thank you for choosing Magnasonic® Consumer Electronics Products!
Magnasonic gives the following express warranty to the original
consumer purchaser or gift recipient for this Magnasonic product, when
shipped in its original container and sold or distributed by Magnasonic
or by an Authorized Magnasonic Dealer: Magnasonic warrants that this
product is free, under normal use and maintenance, from any defects in
material and workmanship. If any such defects should be found in this
product within the applicable warranty period, Magnasonic shall, at its

option, repair or replace the product as specied herein. Replacement

parts furnished in connection with this warranty shall be warranted for a
period equal to the unexpired portion of the original equipment warranty.

This warranty shall not apply to:
Any defects caused or repairs required as a result of abusive operation,
negligence, accident, improper installation or inappropriate use as
outlined in the owner’s manual.

Any Magnasonic product tampered with, modied, adjusted or repaired

by any party other than Magnasonic or Magnasonic Authorized Service
Centres.

Damage caused or repairs required as a result of the use with items not

specied or approved by Magnasonic, including but not limited to head

cleaning tapes and chemical cleaning agents.

Any replacement of accessories, glassware, consumable or peripheral
items required through normal use of the product including but not
limited to earphones, remote controls, AC adapters, batteries, stylus, trays,

lters, cables, paper, cabinet, cabinet parts, knobs, buttons, baskets, stands

and shelves.

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Any cosmetic damage to the surface or exterior that has been defaced or
caused by normal wear and tear.

Any damage caused by external or environmental conditions, including
but not limited to transmission line/power line voltage or liquid spillage.

Any product received without appropriate model, serial number and CSA
/cUL /cULus /cETL /cETLus markings.

Any products used for rental or commercial purposes. Any installation,
setup and/or programming charges. Should this Magnasonic product fail
to operate during the warranty period, warranty service may be obtained
upon delivery of the Magnasonic product together with proof of purchase
and a copy of this LIMITED WARRANTY statement to an Authorized
Magnasonic Service Centre. In-home warranty service may be provided
at Magnasonic’s discretion on any Magnasonic television with the screen
size of 40” or larger. This warranty constitutes the entire express
warranty granted by Magnasonic and no other dealer, service centre
or their agent or employee is authorized to extend, enlarge or transfer
this warranty on behalf of Magnasonic. To the extent the law permits,
Magnasonic disclaims any and all liability for direct or indirect damages or
losses or for any incidental, special or consequential damages or loss of

prots resulting from a defect in material or workmanship relating to the

product, including damages for the loss of time or use of this Magnasonic
product or the loss of information. The purchaser will be responsible for
any removal, re-installation, transportation and insurance costs incurred.
Correction of defects, in the manner and period of time described herein,

constitute complete fulllment of all obligations and responsibilities of

Magnasonic Electronics to the purchaser with respect to the product and
shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract,
negligence, strict liability or otherwise.

1 YEAR PARTS & LABOUR WARRANTY PERIODS

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FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

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