Microtek ArtixScan 2500 User Manual

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Microtek Lab, Inc.

3715 Doolittle Drive, Redondo Beach,
CA 90278-1226
Sales: 800-654-4160
Internet: http://www.microtekusa.com
Tech Support: http://www.support.microtek.com

Microtek Europe BV

Max Euwelaan 68
NL - 3062 MA Rotterdam
The Netherlands
T el: 31-10-242-5688
Fax: [phone]
Internet: http://www.microtek.nl

Microtek International, Inc.

6, Industry East Road 3
Science Based Industrial Park
Hsinchu 30077, Taiwan, R.O.C.
T el: 886-3-5772155
Fax: [phone]
Internet: http://www.microtek.com

Artix Japan Corporation

FORO M Bldg. 5F, 2-1-18 Iwamotocho
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0032 Japan
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Internet: http://www.artixjapan.co.jp

Copyright © 2000 Microtek International Inc.

All rights reserved.
June 2000
I49-002799B

Microtek Computer Asia Pte. Ltd.

No. 160, Paya Lebar Road, 05-04,
Orion Industry Building, 409022 Singapore
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Internet: http://www.microtek.com.sg

Adara International, Inc.

8F, No. 220 Ta Tung Road, Section 3
Hsi Chih County, Taipei, Taiwan,
R.O.C
T el: 02-2647-1488
Fax: [phone]
Internet: http://www.adara.com.tw

Shanghai Zhong Jing Computers Co., Ltd.

1F , Building 35, No. 680, Guiping Road,
Shanghai 200233, P.R.C.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Trademarks

Microtek™, Artix™, ScanWizard Pro™, and
ArtixScan™ are trademarks of Microtek International
Inc. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation. Other product or company names are
trademarks of registered trademarks of their respective
holders.

Important

Documents you scan may be protected under
copyright law. The unauthorized use of such
documents could be a violation of the rights of the
copyright holder. Microtek bears no responsibility for
the unauthorized use of copyrighted materials.

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Contents

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

2 General Installation ..............................................................................................................4

1. Unpacking the Scanner ................................................................................................... 4

2. Unlocking the Carriage ................................................................................................... 4

3. Resetting the scanner’s SCSI ID .....................................................................................5

4. Power-up test .................................................................................................................... 5

A. Operating Voltage................................................................................................................................ 5

B. Connecting the Scanner to Power Source............................................................................................ 5

C. Powering up the Scanner..................................................................................................................... 5

D. Observing the Scanner Boot Process ..................................................................................................6

5. Choosing the Scanning Station........................................................................................... 6

Requirements for the Operating Environment......................................................................................... 6

3 Installation on the Macintosh.............................................................................................7

A. Installation for Macintosh computers that feature built-in SCSI ports.............................. 7

B. Installation for Macintosh G3 or G4 computers without SCSI ports/cards....................... 8

C. Installing the software....................................................................................................... 9

4 Installation on Windows 95 / 98 / 2000............................................................................10

1. Installing the interface card .......................................................................................... 1 0

2. Checking the interface card status ............................................................................... 1 0

3. Installing the software ................................................................................................... 1 1

4. Connecting the scanner .................................................................................................11

5. Termination ....................................................................................................................12

6. Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................12

5 Installation under Windows NT 4.0 .................................................................................16

6 Operating the Scanner.......................................................................................................18

1. Positioning reflective materials .................................................................................... 1 8

A. General scanning.............................................................................................................................. 18

B. Scanning in high resolution .............................................................................................................. 18

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2. Positioning transparent film ...........................................................................................19

A. Using the Universal Glass Film Holder ........................................................................................... 20

B. Using the 35mm Slide Holder .......................................................................................................... 21

C. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Holder.................................................................................................... 22

D. Using the 6 x 9 cm Film Holder....................................................................................................... 23

E. Using the 4" x 5" Film Holder.......................................................................................................... 24

7 Using the Scanner ICC Profiler Program........................................................................25

1. Introduction .....................................................................................................................25

2. Calibration target ............................................................................................................25

3. Taking care of the target ................................................................................................. 25

4. Installing the Scanner ICC Profiler................................................................................... 26

A. For the Macintosh ........................................................................................................................... 26

B. For Windows 95 / 98 / 2000 / NT 4.0 .............................................................................................. 26

5. Placing the color target .....................................................................................................26

6. Calibration ......................................................................................................................... 28

7. Scanning the target image................................................................................................. 28

8. Aligning the tar get registration marks............................................................................... 29

A. Aligning the upper-left registration mark ........................................................................................ 29

B. Aligning the upper -right registration mark........................................................................................ 29

C. Aligning the bottom-right registration mark..................................................................................... 29

9. Creating a profile .............................................................................................................. 30

10. Reference section for PC ............................................................................................... 31

A. The Main Window.......................................................................................................................... 31

B. System Menu.................................................................................................................................. 32

C. The Calibration Window: Preview and Scan....................................................................................33

D. The Calibration W indo w: Aligning targets and creating the profile ................................................. 33

11. Reference section for Macintosh.................................................................................... 34

A. The Main Window........................................................................................................................... 34

B. The Calibration Window: Preview and Scan....................................................................................36

C. The Calibration Window: Aligning targets and creating the profile ................................................. 36

D. The Calibration Window: Aligning targ ets and
creating the profile

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Congratulations on your purchase of the ArtixScan™ 2500 scanner! The single-pass, 36-bit, high-resolution
ArtixScan 2500 is specifically for graphic arts and imaging professionals. This manual will help you in the installation
and operation of your scanner. The information provided covers both Macintosh and PC environments for Windows®
95 / 98 / 2000, as well as Windows NT 4.0. See the notes below on how to use the manual, based on the environment
in which you operate.

• If you are operating under the Macintosh environment, go to the General Installation section of the manual, then
proceed to Installation on the Macintosh, then go to Operating the Scanner.

• If you are operating under Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 2000 go to the General Installation section of
the manual, then proceed to Installation on Windows 95 / W indows 98 / Windows 2000, then go to Operating the
Scanner.

• If you are operating under Windows NT 4.0, go to the General Installation section of the manual, then proceed to
Installation on Windows NT 4.0, then go to Operating the Scanner.

The last section of the manual provides information on the Scanner ICC Profiler program, which applies to both
Macintosh and PC environments, and shows you how to use the program to ensure the most accurate color for your
scanner.

1 Introduction

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Power switch
Power LED (green)

Transparency Ready
indicator (orange)

Reflective Ready indicator (orange)

Vertical ruler

Scanner cover

Glass surface

Horizontal ruler

Transparency tray

ArtixScan 2500 Scanner

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6

ON

OFF

Power connector
SCSI 25-pin connector

SCSI 50-pin connector

ID switch

Terminator
switch

ArtixScan 2500 Scanner

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2 General Installation

This section provides information on procedures you need to perform or things to check on your ArtixScan 2500
scanner regardless of the environment in which you operate — whether it is on the Macintosh or on the PC. The
general installation procedures cover the following subjects: 1) unpacking your scanner; 2) unlocking the scanner; 3)
resetting the scanner’s SCSI ID if necessary; 4) powering up the scanner; and 5) choosing your scanning station.

1. Unpacking the Scanner

While unpacking the scanner, inspect the shipping
carton for any signs of mishandling or damage. Your
scanner’s packing carton and padding material has been
carefully chosen to prevent damage to the unit in
shipping and can withstand a reasonable amount of
abuse.

Refer to the package contents checklist included with
your scanner to ensure that you received all of the parts
necessary for scanner setup. Should you observe any
damage or missing parts, contact the shipper and your
dealer immediately.

2. Unlocking the Carriage

To prevent damage to the scanner’s moving parts, the
scanner carriage is locked into place prior to shipment.
You must unlock the carriage before powering up the
scanner. Failure to do so may damage the scanner and
will void your warranty. Follow the unlocking instruc­tions below:

The carriage lock of the ArtixScan 2500 is located on
the scanner’s left side.

To unlock the carriage, insert a flathead screwdriver or a
coin into the locking screw slot and turn the screw a
quarter turn counter-clockwise. Once unlocked the screw
head will pop out slightly but will remain in the scanner.

Note: The scanner must be relocked prior to any future
scanner transportation or relocation.

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3. Resetting the scanner’s SCSI ID

Note: This procedure is provided as a reference, you may
or may not need to change the SCSI ID on your scanner.

A SCSI ID is assigned to each SCSI device in your daisy
chain to differentiate the devices from one another. T he
SCSI ID for your Microtek scanner is factory-set to 6.

You do not need to change the SCSI ID on your scanner
unless another SCSI device on your system (such as an
external hard drive, additional scanner, etc.) is using the
same number.

To change the SCSI ID: Locate the SCSI ID switch, then
press the upper opening “-” to decrease the SCSI ID
number, or press the lower opening “+” to increase the
number.

+

6

Valid SCSI ID numbers are 0 to 6. Do not use SCSI ID
#7, which is used to carry out a self-test for the
scanner and make the carriage move back and forth.

SCSI ID #8 and #9 should also not be used.

4. Power -up test

All scanners are factory tested, however, to ensure that
your scanner has not been damaged during shipment, the
following preliminary power-up test must be performed.
Contact your dealer immediately if the scanner is not in
proper working condition.

A. Operating Voltage

Your scanner is preset to the voltage in your area. There
is no need to manually select the voltage; however, make
sure that the label next to the power entry module
indicates the correct voltage. Contact your dealer if the
label indicates an incorrect voltage.

B. Connecting the Scanner to Power Source

Caution!: Make sure your scanner carriage is unlocked
prior to connecting it to a power source (refer to step 2).

Connect the scanner to a voltage source directly by using
the supplied power cord; do not use extension cords.
Make sure that the power outlet will not be overloaded
when the scanner is turned on, and ensure that other
devices requiring significant power are not plugged into
the same outlet. Ideally , no other devices should share
the scanner’s power source.

C. Powering up the Scanner

The power switch is located on the scanner’s front panel.
After verifying that the scanner is plugged into a live
outlet, turn on the Power Switch.

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D. Observing the Scanner Boot Process

The following sequence of events should take place after
power up:

• The scanner performs a self-test by homing the
carriages and camera box. Through the platen glass,
you will be able to observe the carriage moving, and
you will hear a series of clicking noises associated
with the operation of the scanner motors. These
“clicking” noises are normal. However, if you hear
loud grinding noises or any other abnormal sound,
turn the scanner off immediately and contact your
dealer.

• The two Orange indicator lights located on the front
panel will flash, indicating that the scanner is
running.

• After the self test is complete, the indicator lights
will shine steadily and the fluorescent lamp inside the
scanner will light up, indicating that the scanner is
ready.

If an error occurs and the scanner is not able to boot up
properly, the status indicators will display a steady red
light in all three indicators. If this happens, turn the
scanner off immediately and contact your dealer.

5. Choosing the Scanning Station

If no errors were encountered and the scanner booted up
normally, you are now ready to set it up. Turn off the
power switches and disconnect the cord.

Before you choose a location for the scanner, please read
the operating environment requirements listed below.

Requirements for the Operating Environment

• Make sure that the operating environment for the

scanner is free of dust and other contaminants.

• Allow adequate ventilation space (no less than ten

inches) around the scanner.

• Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface that is not

subject to vibration.

• Make sure that the scanning surface will not be

exposed to direct sunlight or other sources of bright
light.

• Avoid placing the scanner close to sources of extreme

temperature.

• Try to ensure that the scanner is situated in its ideal

operating temperature range — between 50º and
104ºF (10º and 40ºC).

• Keep the relative humidity in the scanner operating

area between 10% and 85%.

• Avoid connecting the scanner to a power source that

might experience power surges.

• Avoid positioning the scanner in the path of heavy

traffic where it may get bumped.

Once the scanner has been placed in a suitable location
and is ready to be connected to the host computer, it is
time to proceed to installing the necessary hardware and
software components for the scanner. Please go to the
appropriate section in this manual for the installation
procedures to follow, and perform the procedures
corresponding to your environment (Macintosh,
Windows 95 /Windows 98 / Windows 2000, or Windows
NT 4.0).

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3 Installation on the Macintosh

This section provides information on installing the ArtixScan 2500 on the Macintosh. The procedures are divided
into two main sections: 1) Installation for Macintosh computers that feature built-in SCSI ports; and 2) Installation
for Macintosh G3 or G4 computers without SCSI ports/cards. For these computers, you will be installing the SCSI
interface card included with your scanner package.

A. Installation for Macintosh computers that feature built-in SCSI ports

1. Connecting the scanner

1. Shut down your computer.

2. Connect the scanner to your computer, using the
SCSI cable provided in the scanner package.

Note: See the next section for details on termination.

3. Plug the power cord to the power connector at the
back panel of the scanner, and plug the other end of
the power cord to your AC power source or wall
outlet.

4. Turn on your scanner and wait for all the lights on
the front panel to stop blinking and stay on steady.

5. Power up your Macintosh.

2. Termination

1. If the scanner is the last device on the SCSI chain, set
the internal terminator switch on the back of the
scanner to the “ON” position. There is no need to
install an external terminator on any of the other
SCSI devices on the chain.

ON

OFF

2. If the scanner is not the last device on the SCSI
chain:

• Make sure the internal terminator switch located
at the back of the scanner is set to the “OFF”
position.

• Make sure the last device on the SCSI chain is
terminated.

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1. Installing the interface card

Before installing the interface card, make sure you turn
off your computer and peripherals. Then follow the steps
below:

1. Shut down your computer and unplug the power
cord. Next, open your computer.

2. Look for an available PCI card slot (typically white
or ivory) in your computer. Remove the slot cover,
and insert the PCI SCSI card into the slot. Push the
card in to make sure it is seated all the way in the
slot. This is important, as an improper card connec­tion will make you unable to use your scanner, and
you will then have to remove the computer case and
reinsert the card.

3. Close the computer, then plug the power cord back
in.

2. Connecting the scanner

1. Shut down your computer.

2. Connect the scanner to your computer, using the
SCSI cable provided in the scanner package.

Note: See the next section for details on termination.

3. Plug the power cord to the power connector at the
back panel of the scanner, and plug the other end of
the power cord to your AC power source or wall
outlet.

4. Turn on your scanner and wait for the lights on the
front panel to stop blinking and stay on steady.

5. Power up your Macintosh.

B. Installation for Macintosh G3 or G4 computers (without SCSI ports/cards)