Microtek ArtixScan 3200XL User Guide

User Guide

ArtixScan 3200XL features, scenarios, and information

Getting to Know Your ArtixScan 3200XL

The ArtixScan 3200XL is a tabloid-size scanner with a 12" x 16.9" scan bed, 3200 x 6400-dpi optical resolution, 4.2 maximum optical density, a Hi-Speed USB interface, and one Smart-Touch button on the front panel for an easy access to the scan function. W ith the use of the TMA 1600-III Transparent Media Adapter, you can also scan film and transparencies – including X-rays – up to 12" x 16 1/16" in size.

Contents

Getting to Know Your ArtixScan 3200XL ........................................................ 1

Features of the ArtixScan 3200XL ................................................................... 2

Taking a Closer Look ........................................................................................ 3

Initial Setup ...................................................................................................... 4

Step 1: Unpacking Package Contents ................................................... 4

Step 2: Installing the Software .............................................................. 5

Step 3: Unlocking the Scanner .............................................................. 6

Step 4: Connecting the Scanner ............................................................7

Installing the TMA 1600-III ...............................................................................8

Unlocking the TMA 160 0-III..................................................................... 9

Positioning Transparent Film ........................................................................ 10

Using the U-Shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler) ..................................... 11

A. Using the 35mm Slide Template ...................................................... 12

B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Template................................................ 13

C. Using the 120 Film Template ............................................................. 14

D. Using the 4" x 5" Film Template ........................................................ 15

Positioning Multiple Templates .................................................................... 16

Positioning Non-Standard-Size Film ........................................................... 17

Positioning Reflective Originals .................................................................... 18

Calibrating Your Scanner .............................................................................. 19

Calibration Settings .............................................................................. 21

Smart Calibration Mode ............................................................... 21

Typical Calibration Mode .............................................................. 21

Your First Scan ............................................................................................... 22

Scanning Scenarios ....................................................................................... 26

Scanning Photos ................................................................................... 26

Scanning Positive Film ......................................................................... 30

Scanning Negative Film ........................................................................ 33

Calibration Kit ................................................................................................ 36

Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP) ................................. 36

MSP Installation .................................................................................... 36

Calibration Target .................................................................................. 36

Positioning the Target ........................................................................... 37

A. Positioning the Reflective Target ............................................. 37

B. Positioning the Transparent Target .......................................... 37

Calibration Setup ................................................................................... 38

Calibration and Profiling ....................................................................... 39

Loading a Profile ................................................................................... 40

Specifications / System Requirements ........................................................ 41

FCC Compliance Statement .......................................................................... 42

Features of the ArtixScan 3200XL

The ArtixScan 3200XL comes with several important features, including the following:

• Large 12" x 16.9" scan bed: The tabloid-size scan bed of the ArtixScan 3200XL lets you easily scan oversized originals, contact sheets, large pieces of art, mechanical blueprints, and X-rays.

• 3200 x 6400-dpi resolution: The exceptionally high resolution of the ArtixScan 3200XL lets you scan even postage-size images and enlarge them with amazing clarity, with little loss of detail. The scanner's 4.2 maximum optical density allows it to capture a wide range of tones approximating real-life color and hues.

• Smart-T ouch button: A Smart-Touch button (Scan) locating at the front panel of the scanner provides you a quick and easy way to capture images that can be automatically saved as files or sent to another application for further processing later.

• Energy-saving LED light source: Adopting LEDs as the light source, when the scanner is detected by the system, there are no requirements for any warm-up time before carrying out the scan, which boots your productivity and reduces energy costs amazingly. With its stable performance, the image quality will remain consistent even after used for a certain period of time.

• Microtek's ColoRescueTM system: W ith ColoRescue, the ArtixScan 3200XL restores faded colors in photos and film, bringing hues back to their original luster and brilliance for more vibrant images. ColoRescue's one-click, automatic color recovery process is simple and straightforward, involving no learning curve or hassle.

• Transparent Media Adapter: With the use of the TMA 1600-III, you can scan Xrays, positive transparencies, and negative film. The included templates accommodate a variety of film sizes, including 35mm slides, 35mm filmstrips, 4" x 5" film, and medium format film from 6 x 4.5-cm up to 6 x 17-cm panoramic film.

• Microtek ScanWizard™ Pro scanning software: This is an advanced scanner controller program that provides many powerful, professional-level features for scanning. ScanWizard Pro features two color spaces, allowing users to work in the Native CMYK / RGB mode, as well as in the intuitive LCH (Lightness, Chroma, Hue) mode.

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Vertical ruler

Taking a Closer Look

TMA 1600-III

Scanner Glass surface (Scan bed)

READY indicator (Green)

POWER indicator (Orange)

Smart-Touch button (Scan)

Power connector

Power switch

Accessory port (or with TMA 1600-III's connector securely connected)

Hi-Speed USB port (1)

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Initial Setup

Step 1: Unpacking Package Contents

After unpacking your scanner package, please check for the major components listed below.

ArtixScan 3200XL (lower base) USB Cable Power Cord

Software CDs/DVDs

TMA 1600-III Black Plate - for scanning reflective media U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler) - for calibrating your scanner or scanning

film with using templates 4" x 5" Film Template (2) 120 Film Template with Black Plate (3) 35mm Slide Template (3) 35mm Filmstrip Template (3)

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Step 2: Installing the Software

Important: Do not remove the yellow

stickers from your scanner until you are told to do so. You must install all software before connecting your scanner.

Always close any open programs and turn off Anti-virus utilities before installing software.

PC:

1 . Place the Adobe DVD into a driver, and

install the software. Skip this step if you have a newer version of Adobe Photoshop Elements already installed on your computer.

2 . Place the Microtek Software CD/DVD into a drive, and follow the on-screen

instructions to install the driver and software.

Note: If the Microtek Software Installer screen does not come up automatically, double-click the following in succession: “My Computer”; the DVD-ROM icon; then cdsetup.exe to start the installer program.

3 . Restart your computer at the end of all software installation.

MAC:

1 . Place the Adobe DVD into a drive, and install the software. Skip this step if you

have a newer version of Adobe Photoshop Elements already installed on your computer.

2 . Place the Microtek Software CD/DVD into a drive, and double-click the

ScanWizard Pro installer icon to install ScanWizard Pro first.

3. Install the remaining software components, then restart your computer at the end of all software installation.

Note: After rebooting your Macintosh, the Microtek software will attempt to locate your scanner on the system. Since this is your first install and you have not yet connected the scanner, simply ignore the message that appears and proceed to the next step.

Drivers & Software Upgrades

After you finish the installation of software, if you found that the installed drivers and software cannot run your product or your computer system properly later, please go to the Microtek Download Service site at ww7.microtek.com.tw/service.php to download and install any updates you may require.

For additional information about Microtek products, please visit our website at www.microtek.com.

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Step 3: Unlocking the Scanner

Before you can operate the scanner, you will need to unlock the scanner. T o unlock the scanner, follow the steps below:

1 . Remove the yellow “Step 3”

sticker from your scanner.

2 . Look for the unlocking screw at

the bottom of the scanner.

3. Using a screwdriver, push and turn the locking screw counterclockwise to the unlock position.

When successfully unlocked, the screw will push out a little, protruding slightly from the bottom of the scanner.

Shipping the Scanner

If you have to transport the scanner, you will need to lock the scanner back. Follow the steps below:

1. Turn off the scanner.

2. Turn the scanner back on. When the indicators on the front

of your scanner stop blinking, use a screwdriver, and then push and turn the locking screw clockwise to the locked position.

When the screw has been tightened, this indicates that your scanner is locked.

3. Turn off your scanner.

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Step 4: Connecting the Scanner

To the scanner lid

Make sure the scanner lid (TMA) is properly installed, with its connector securely connected to the scanner’s 15-pin accessory port. Refer to the next section “Installing the TMA 1600-III” for the details about the connection of the TMA.

To the power adapter

1 . Remove the yellow “Step 4” sticker from your scanner .

2. Connect the power cord to the back of the scanner.

3 . Plug the power cord into a power source.

To the Hi-Speed USB cable

4. Connect one end of the cable to your computer.

5. Connect the other end of the cable to the scanner.

6. Press the power switch at the back of your scanner, and wait for the orange indicator light on the front panel to stop blinking and the green indicator light stay on steady.

The system will detect your scanner automatically.

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Installing the TMA 1600-III

Before starting your first scan, you have to install the TMA 1600-III first on your scanner. T o install your TMA 1600-III, follow the steps below:

1 . Check to make sure that the scanner power is switched off.

2 . Attach the TMA 1600-III by sliding the posts at the rear of the TMA 1600-III into

the holes.

3 . Plug the connector of the TMA 1600-

III into the scanner’s 15-pin accessory port.

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TMA 1600-III

Unlocking the TMA 1600-III.

T o unlock the TMA 1600-III, follow the steps below:

1 . Remove the yellow “Step 3”

sticker from the TMA 1600-III.

2 . Look for the locking knob at the

base of the TMA 1600-III.

3 . Turn the locking knob

counterclockwise to the unlock position “ ”.

Shipping the TMA 1600-III

If you have to transport the TMA 1600-III, you will need to lock the TMA 1600-III back. Follow the steps below:

1 . Make sure the TMA 1600-III is

connected to the scanner, then turn off the scanner if your scanner is on.

2. Turn the scanner back on. The TMA 1600-III's carriage will move to the standby position in a few moments.

3. When the indicators on the front of your TMA 1600-III and scanner stop blinking, turn the locking knob clockwise to the lock position “ ”.

4 . Turn off your scanner and disconnect the TMA 1600-III connector from the

scanner. The TMA 1600-III is ready for transport.

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Positioning Transparent Film

T o scan transparent film, use the templates and U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler ) included with your scanner package. There are four types of templates – 35mm Slide T emplate, 35mm Filmstrip T emplate, 120 Film T emplate, and 4" x 5" Film T emplate. Use the template that correctly matches the film type to be scanned. The use of the individual film template is explained in the succeeding pages of the manual.

The Black Plate

Light from the TMA 1600-III and other ambient light during scanning may result in overexposed images. The Black Plate is designed to work with 120 film and reflective originals. T o ensure correct exposure and optimal image quality during scanning, the Black Mat should be used to shield unwanted light out. Two kinds of Black Plates are available with your scanner package.

T ake note of the following before using the Black Plate. 1 . The Black Plate may become dirty over time and with prolonged use. To clean the

plate, use a white cotton cloth dipped in some water, and gently wipe the plate surface. This ensures that the Black Plate is in optimal condition at all times.

2 . A protective film covers the Black Plate during shipping and prevents it from

being scratched. When peeling the film from the plate, be careful not to tear or bend the Black Plate.

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Using the U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler)

The U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler) is designed to work with the film template. When scanning a film, it is helpful to position the film properly. Before placing the template on the scanner glass surface, make sure first that the U-shaped Ruler has been put on the scanner glass surface.

T o place the U-shaped Ruler , follow the steps below:

1 . Find out two Alignment Reference

Marks (“ ”) and holes locating on the both sides of the scanner's upper front surface.

Holes

Alignment Reference Marks

2 . Using the Alignment Reference

Marks as a point of reference to place the U-shaped Ruler, insert the tabs at the back of the ruler into the holes on the both sides of the scanner's upper front surface, making sure that it has been oriented correctly .

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A. Using the 35mm Slide Template

T o scan 35mm slides, use the 35mm Slide T emplate, which can hold up to 4 mounted 35mm slides at a time.

1 . Place the 35mm Slide Template on the scanner glass surface. Make sure to orient

the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up.

Calibration strip

Microtek logo

U-shaped Ruler

(Calibration Ruler)

The Grabber is used to remove the template out of the scanner glass surface.

Important: Align the template's front corners firmly against the top corners (left and right) of the U-shaped Ruler located at the front of the scanner. During placement of the template, make sure that the calibration strip on the scanner glass surface is kept clear and free of obstruction at all times.

2 Place the 35mm slides to be scanned inside the individual frames of the 35mm

Slide T emplate. The shiny base of the 35mm slide should be facing down, and the emulsion side of the slide should be facing up.

Align the 35mm slide against the bottom-left corner of the frame

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B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Template

To scan 35mm filmstrips, use the 35mm Filmstrip T emplate, which can simultaneously hold two strips of 6 frames each, or a total of 12 frames.

1 . Place the 35mm filmstrip to be scanned inside the frame of the 35mm Filmstrip

T emplate. The shiny base of the 35mm filmstrip should be facing down, and the emulsion side of the filmstrip should be facing up.

Orient template with "Microtek" logo facing up

2 . Place the 35mm Filmstrip Template containing the loaded filmstrip on the

Calibration strip

Microtek logo

U-shaped Ruler

(Calibration Ruler)

Align the edge of the film frame with the arrow mark of the template

scanner glass surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up.

The Grabber is used to remove the template out of the scanner glass surface.

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C. Using the 120 Film Template

T o scan 6 x 4.5 cm, 6 x 6 cm, 6 x 7 cm, 6 x 9 cm, and 6 x 17 cm panoramic film, use the 120 Film T emplate, which can hold up to 4 pieces of 6 x 4.5 cm film, 2 pieces of 6 x 9 cm film, or a single piece of 6 x 17 cm panoramic film.

1 . Place the 120 film to be scanned inside the frame of the 120 Film Template. The

shiny base of the 120 film should be facing down, and the emulsion side of the film should be facing up.

Orient template with "Microtek" logo facing up

2 . Load the Black Plate into the template frame, with the side of the Black Plate that

reads “This side up” facing up. Slide the Black Plate until its edge is against the film and completely covers the blank spaces of the template.

Remove the Black Plate from the 120 Film Template before loading the 120 film

Align the edge of the film frame with the arrow mark of the template

3 . Place the 120 Film Template containing the loaded film on the scanner glass

surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up.

Calibration strip

Microtek logo

U-shaped Ruler

(Calibration Ruler)

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The Grabber is used to remove the template out of the scanner glass surface.

D. Using the 4" x 5" Film Template

T o scan 4" x 5" film, use the 4" x 5" Film T emplate, which can hold up to 2 pieces of 4" x 5" film at a time.

1 . Place the 4" x 5" film to be scanned inside the frame of the 4" x 5" Template. The

shiny base of the 4" x 5" film should be facing down, and the emulsion side of the film should be facing up.

Orient template with "Microtek" logo facing up

Calibration strip

Microtek logo

U-shaped Ruler

(Calibration Ruler)

2 . Place the 4" x 5" Film Template containing the loaded film on the scanner glass

surface. Make sure to orient the template with the “Microtek” logo facing up.

The Grabber is used to remove the template out of the scanner glass surface.

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Positioning Multiple Templates

At least two sets of each template are included in your scanner package for multiple placements of the templates on the scanner. The templates can be placed side by side on the scanner glass surface, as shown in the illustration below.

U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler)

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Positioning Non-Standard-Size Film

When scanning non-standard-size transparent film, such as 8" x 10" film, medical or dental X-ray film, you can choose either to use or not to use the U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler) together with the film. The supported film size is up to 12" x 16.9".

1 . Optional: Follow the procedures in “Using the U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler)”

to put the U-shaped Ruler on the scanner glass surface first.

2. Place the film (X-ray or other nonstandard size) to be scanned on the scanner glass surface.

U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler)

Calibration strip

Please note that the U-shaped Ruler should be removed from the glass surface of the scanner if the width of the film is larger than the width of the U-shaped Ruler.

If the U-shaped Ruler is not going to be used, use the red arrows printed on the vertical rulers of both sides of the scanner as an alignment guide to place the film. Then, place the film on the scanner glass surface. During placement of the film, make sure that the calibration strip on the scanner glass surface is kept clear and free of obstruction at all times.

To scan with the U-shaped Ruler,

place the film face down on the scanner glass surface and center the film along the U-shaped Ruler on the scanner.

To scan without the U-shaped Ruler, use the red arrows printed on

the vertical rulers of both sides of the scanner as an alignment guide to place the film. Then, place the film on the scanner glass surface. During placement of the film, make sure that the calibration strip on the scanner glass surface is kept clear and free of obstruction at all times.

Calibration strip

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Positioning Reflective Originals

T o scan reflective originals such as photos, you can use the ArtixScan 3200XL with the TMA 1600-III, you will need to use the Black Plate included in the scanner package to shield unwanted light.

1. Refer to the steps mentioned above to place the reflective original on the scanner glass surface.

During placement of the reflective

Calibration strip

2 . Peel the protective film from the Black Plate.

3 . Put the Black Plate on top of the

reflective photo to be scanned, so that the Plate covers the photo. The side of the Black Plate that reads “This side up” should be facing up.

original, make sure that the calibration strip on the scanner glass surface is kept clear and free of obstruction at all times.

Calibration strip

4 . Lower the TMA 1600-III down onto the

scanner glass surface gently.

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Calibrating Your Scanner

When you launch the ScanWizard Pro for the first time, you need to calibrate your scanner. Remember , in order to ensure that your scanner will work properly and provide accurate image results, the scanner calibration is a MUST procedure when setting up your scanner. T o calibrate your scanner, follow the steps below:

1 . Double-click the ScanWizard Pro icon on your desktop to launch the

ScanWizard Pro.

2 . If this is your first time to launch the ScanWizard Pro, you will be prompted to

perform a calibration for your scanner. A Complete Calibration window appears.

3 . In order to calibrate your scanner successfully, make sure that you have met all

the conditions mentioned in the window . If not, follow the steps below to set up your scanner:

a) Follow the procedures in “Installing the TMA 1600-III” and “Unlocking the

TMA 1600-III” sections to install your TMA 1600-III.

b) Follow the procedures in “Using the U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler)”

section to put the U-shaped Ruler on the scanner glass surface.

c) When finished, lower the TMA 1600-III down on the scanner glass surface

gently.

4 . Click the Calibrate button to start calibration for your scanner .

During calibrating, a processing progress bar will appear on the screen, showing the running status of the scanner.

5 . When the calibration is done completely, a window will appear on the screen to

notify you. Now , you may use the ScanWizard Pro as usual. Click the OK button to close the calibration window .

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Note:

• Before clicking the “Calibrate” button, make sure firmly that the TMA has been connected properly with your scanner, the U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler) has been put on the scanner glass surface correctly, and the scanner glass surface has been kept clear.

• The calibration will take you amounts of time (approx. 10 minutes). Therefore, please be patient while the scanner is calibrating.

• If you update the firmware to a new version, you have to redo the scanner calibration for optimal images. Before recalibrating your scanner, the calibration data made with the U-shaped Ruler (Calibration Ruler) should be removed from your system. Using one of the following two methods to remove the calibration data:

A. Switch to the folder “C:\Program Files\Microtek\ScanWizard Pro\Scanners”

(where C:\ is your ScanWizard Pro location), then delete the calibration data Calidata91_ xxxxxxxxxx.dat, Calidata2191_ xxxxxxxxxx.dat or Calidata219b_ xxxxxxxxxx.dat from the folder.

B. Reset all calibration data.

1) Launch ScanWizard Pro. In the Preview window, select “Calibration Settings” from the Preferences menu.

2) Set the Calibration Mode as "Smart", and then click the “Execute” button next to the “Reset All Calibration Data" to reset all calibration data. The calibration data file saved in “C:\Program Files\Microtek\ScanWizard Pro\Scanners” folder will be removed automatically.

When done, launch ScanWizard Pro, you will be invited to calibrate the scanner again. Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate your scanner.

Notice to WIA Users

Before using the WIA (Windows Image Acquisition) scanning driver to scan, you should put the U-shaped Ruler on the scanner glass surface, which ensures that your scanner will function properly. For more details about how to position the U-Shaped Ruler on the scanner glass surface, see the “Using the Ushaped Ruler” section in this manual.

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Calibration Settings

For a better scan quality, the ArtixScan 3200XL can be set and calibrated with ScanWizard Pro based on your preferences.

To activate the Calibration Settings, go to the Menu bar at the top of ScanWizard Pro and then click the Preferences menu. Click on the “Calibration Settings” command to activate the sub-menu.

Smart Calibration Mode

This is the default setting of the program. When this option is selected, ScanWizard Pro will memorize the calibration values generated by different scanning settings the first time when you launch the ScanWizard Pro.

When you perform the next scan job, the scanner will skip the calibration step and directly execute your order. This mode enhances the scanning speed enormously.

Reset All Calibration Data If you click on the Execute button in the Smart Calibration Mode, ScanWizard Pro will

delete all saved calibration data; therefore, the program will need to recalibrate your scanner to memorize the calibration values before you perform a scan job. This option is useful to check the precision and quality of the scanner.

Typical Calibration Mode

If this option is selected, ScanWizard Pro will calibrate the scanner every time before performing a scan job. This mode takes more time, but ensures an optimal scan quality each time you scan.

Please take note that when the Calibration Mode is set as Typical, the scanner will proceed directly once the calibration is finished. Therefore, you need to put the document to scan on the scan bed in advance.

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Your First Scan

This section is to guide you to perform your first scan by using the ScanWizard Pro. You should familiarize yourself with the basic scanning technique before you continue further scanning scenarios described in next pages.

1 . Launch ScanWizard Pro either as a standalone by clicking the program icon, or by

using the File-Import or File-Acquire command from your image-editing program (such as Adobe Photoshop). Alternatively, you can start ScanWizard Pro from the Applications folder in your Mac OS X system.

• If this is your first time to launch the ScanWizard Pro, you will be prompted to perform a calibration for your scanner. For details about how to calibrate your scanner, refer to the section titled “Calibrating Your Scanner” in this manual.

Note: It is a must procedure and activated automatically only when the ScanWizard Pro is started up for the first time. When you follow the on-screen instructions to finish the calibration, you will not be asked to perform the calibration anymore when you scan photos or film later.

• When the scanner calibration is finished, you will be prompted to perform color calibration for your scanner. (Dialog boxes below show appearance in Windows XP and Mac OS X).

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Allows you to specify how often you wish to be prompted to calibrate the scanner. The default setting is 14 days

Pertains to how

your monitor

displays color,

relative to the RGB

Destination color

space

- Click the Skip button to exit the “Calibration Reminder” window. Clicking

the Skip button allows you to use the factory default ICC profile for your scanner.

Note: If your scanner does not include IT8 calibration targets, disregard the Calibration reminder window whenever it appears, and click the Skip button always.

- Click the Calibrate button to run the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP)

program to perform color calibration and to customize the ICC profile for your scanner. After finishing with calibration, relaunch ScanW izard Pro.

Note: The MSP program should be installed before you perform color calibration for your scanner. For details on how to install the MSP program and how to use it to calibrate the scanner, refer to section of the manual titled “Microtek Calibration Kit”.

• Next, you will be prompted to set up color matching for your scanner. If you are not sure about what to do, simply click the OK button to accept the settings. You can always change the settings at a later time.

Color Matching

features

Improves the

contrast and

saturation of an

image

Immediately updates the Preview window image

when a new setting is selected. This will reflect

colors consistent with the newly selected profile

For more information, see the Color Matching Setup section in the ScanWizard Pro Refer ence Manual in the Microtek software CD.

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2. Place the photo to be scanned on the scanner glass surface.

a) Raise the TMA 1600-III. b) Use the red arrows printed on

the vertical rulers of both sides of the scanner as an alignment guide and then place your photo face down

Calibration strip

(Keep clear and unobstructed)

on the scanner glass surface, towards the front of the scanner.

c) Put the Black Plate on top of

the photo to cover it, with the side of the Black Plate that reads “This side up” facing up. Follow the procedures on page 18 for how to position reflective originals and use the Black Plate.

3 . Go to the Preview window of ScanWizard Pro, and choose Reflective from the

Scan Material menu.

4 . Optional: If calibration has been performed, go to the Settings window in

ScanWizard Pro. Choose the profile you have just created in the Input Profile / Scanner Profile menu.

5 . Click the Overview button to perform a preliminary scan of the image, which will

appear in the Preview window .

6 . Select the Scan Frame tool from the Toolbar in the Preview window , and choose

the area to be scanned by dragging a rectangle around it. You will see a flashing frame (marquee) around the selected area.

7 . Click the Prescan button to display a detailed image of area selected by the

Scan Frame tool. A thumbnail of the image appears as well in the Scan Job Queue window.

8 . Specify your scanning requirements in the Settings window.

a) Select a desired image type. b) Select a desired resolution. c) Adjust the scan frame settings if necessary.

9. Adjust image quality if necessary, using the Advanced Image Correction (AIC) tools.

10. If the colors in your photo are faded and need restoring, check the “Automatic Color Restoration” box in the Settings window .

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11. Click the Scan (or “Batch”) button in the Preview window or on the scanner unit to start scanning.

• If ScanWizard Pro was launched from an application program, the image is then

delivered to your application, where the image can be saved, printed, or edited.

Note: In Mac OS X, you will be prompted to specify the file attributes for the scanned image before scanning takes place.

• If ScanWizard Pro was launched in standalone mode, you will be prompted to

specify the file attributes for the scanned image after the Scan or Batch button is pressed, such as entering the file name, specifying a folder name of your own, etc. When you have completed the settings, press the Done/Save button, and the scanner will automatically scan and save your image based on your settings.

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Scanning Scenarios

The following pages provide various scenarios for scanning with the ArtixScan 3200XL, including the following:

• Scanning photos: This scenario details the steps for scanning photos.

• Scanning positive film: This scenario details the steps for scanning positive film, such as 35mm mounted slides and X-rays.

• Scanning negative film: This scenario details the steps for scanning negative film, such as 35mm filmstrips, 6 x 17 cm (120) panoramic film, and 4" x 5" / 6 x 9 cm film.

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Scanning Photos

1 . Raise the TMA 1600-III and place the photo to

be scanned face down on the scanner glass surface, towards the front of the scanner. Then, put the Black Plate on top of the photo to cover it, with the side of the Black Plate that reads “This side up” facing up. Follow the procedures on page 18 for how to position reflective originals and use the Black Plate.

2 . Launch ScanWizard Pro either as a standalone

by clicking the program icon, or by using the File-Import or File-Acquire command from your image-editing program (such as Adobe Photoshop). Alternatively , you can start ScanWizard Pro from the Applications folder in your Mac OS X system.

3 . Go to the Preview window of ScanWizard Pro, and choose Reflective from the

Scan Material menu.

4 . Optional: If calibration has been performed, go to the Settings window in

ScanWizard Pro. Choose the profile you have just created in the Input Profile / Scanner Profile menu.

5 . Click the Overview button to perform a preliminary scan of the image, which will

appear in the Preview window.

6 . Select the Scan Frame tool from the Toolbar in the Preview window , and choose

the area to be scanned by dragging a rectangle around it. You will see a flashing frame (marquee) around the selected area.

7 . Click the Prescan button to display a detailed image of area selected by the

Scan Frame tool. A thumbnail of the image appears as well in the Scan Job Queue window.

8 . Specify your scanning requirements in the Settings window.

a) Select a desired image type. b) Select a desired resolution. c) Adjust the scan frame settings if necessary.

9. Adjust image quality if necessary, using the Advanced Image Correction (AIC) tools.

10. If the colors in your photo are faded and need restoring, check the “Automatic Color Restoration” box in the Settings window.

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11. Click the Scan (or “Batch”) button in the Preview window or on the scanner unit to start scanning.

• If ScanWizard Pro was launched from an application program, the image is then

delivered to your application, where the image can be saved, printed, or edited.

Note: In Mac OS X, you will be prompted to specify the file attributes for the scanned image before scanning takes place.

• If ScanWizard Pro was launched in standalone mode, you will be prompted to

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Scanning Positive Film

1 . Select the film you wish to scan.

Follow the procedures for positioning transparent film to load the film to be scanned.

2 . Launch ScanWizard Pro either as a standalone by clicking on the program icon,

or by using the File-Import or File-Acquire command from your image-editing program (such as Adobe Photoshop). Alternatively, you can start ScanWizard Pro from the Applications folder in your Mac OS X system.

3 . Go to the Preview window and choose Positive / Positive Film from the Scan

Material menu. If this is your first time to scan transparent media, you will be prompted to

perform color calibration for your scanner. A Calibration Reminder window appears.

- Click the Skip button to exit the “Calibration Reminder” window. Clicking the

Skip button allows you to use the factory default ICC profile for your scanner.

Note: If your scanner does not include IT8 calibration targets, disregard the Calibration reminder window whenever it appears, and click the Skip button always.

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Allows you to specify how often you wish to be prompted to calibrate the scanner. The default setting is 14 days

- Click the Calibrate button to run the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP)

program to perform color calibration and to customize the ICC profile for your scanner. After finishing with calibration, relaunch ScanW izard Pro.

4 . Optional: If calibration has been performed, go to the Settings window in

ScanWizard Pro. Choose the profile you have just created in the Input Profile / Scanner Profile menu.

5 . Click the Overview button to perform a preliminary scan of your original. 6 . Select the Scan Frame tool from the Toolbar in the Preview window, and choose

the area to be scanned by dragging a rectangle around it. You will see a flashing frame (marquee) around the selected area.

7 . Click the Prescan button to display a detailed image area selected via the