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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