Microtek ArtixScan 6000XY Operation Manual

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1 Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Ar tixScan 6000XY scanner. The 42-bit high­resolution ArtixScan 6000XY is specifically for graphic arts and imaging pr ofessionals.
This manual will help you in the installation and operation of your scanner .

Specifications

Type Desktop, XY technology scanner
Image Sensor Tri-linear 8,000 element CCD
Mechanical Resolution 6,000 dpi

Optical Resolution 2,000 dpi

Sample Depth 14 bits per color

Dynamic Range 3.7D

Scanning Area Reflectiv e: 12” x 17” (305 mm x 432 mm)

Transparency: 12” x 17” (305 mm x 432 mm)

Scanning Productivity 15 scans per hour (6 cm x 7 cm, 250%, 300dpi, CMYK)

Interf a c e SCSI-2

Lamp Source Cold Cathode Lamp

Temperature Operating: 61 - 80°F (16 - 27°C)

Stor age: -10 - 55°F

Humidity 10% - 85%

Dimensions 14” x 34” x 27.5” (36 mm x 87 mm x 70 m

Net W eight 147 lb (67 kg)

Pow er Consumption Operation: 290 W

Standby: 200W

C e r tifications CSA, T U V, FCC class B, CF

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2 Site Power and Working Space

This section describes the working conditions and working space for operating the
ArtixScan 6000XY .

General Requirements

Before unpacking your scanner, make sure that the site where the scanner will be
installed is big enough to allow for easier operation.

• Make sure that the operating environment for the scanner is fr ee of dust and other
contaminants.

• Allow adequate ventilation space (no less than 10 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 dir ect sunlight or other
sources of bright light.

• A void placing the scanner close to sources of extreme temperature.

• A void connecting the scanner to a power source that might experience power
surges.

• A void positioning the scanner in the path of heavy traf fic wher e 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 pr oceed to installing the necessary har dwar e and
software components for the scanner.

SCSI cables

Your scanner should be placed within 3 feet of the computer. Use the SCSI cable that
came with your scanner .

Minimum Macintosh requirements

• Apple Power Mac with PCI bus (150 MHz)

• Apple Macintosh system software version 8.5 or higher

• CD-ROM drive

• 64MB of available RAM

• 1 GB hard disk space

• Color monitor at least 17” with 24-bit color display ability

Safety Instructions

To prevent the electric shock, the cover should only be removed by a qualified service
engineer.

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This warning icon appears inside the scanner which indicates that the scanner lamps
are hot, you should wait for several minutes for them to cool off.

Scanner front and back view

A. Front view of the scanner

B. Back view of the scanner

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TMA Connector

50-pin SCSI Port

25-pin SCSI Port

SCSI ID Switch

Ter minator Switch

D C P ow er Input P ort

TMA Carriage Lock

Scanner Carriage Loc k

Top Cover (TMA)

Status LED Indicator

Light Button

Scan Bed

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Unlocking scanner carriage

Unlocking TMA carriage

UNLOCK

LOCK

Tur n the scre w
countercloc kwise to
unlock the scanner
carr iage.

Tur n the scre w
countercloc kwise to unloc k
the TMA carriage .

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3 Powering Up

This section describes the power up sequence for the ArtixScan 6000XY.

Power cable

The power cable shown below is a North American type that complies with United
States and Canadian requirements. Power cables used in other ar eas may have a
different look.

Voltage

The ArtixScan 6000XY scanner is preset to the voltage in your country. 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.

Power cord connection

Caution! Make sure your scanner carriage is unlocked prior to connecting it to a
power source.

1. The scanner should be switched to the “OFF” position.

2. At the scanner back panel, connect the power cord.

3. Connect the other end of the power cord to a grounded power sour ce.

Switch the scanner’s pow er to
the “Off ” position.

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4. Switch the scanner’s power to the “On” position.

Power up self-test

The following sequence of events should take place after powering up the scanner:

• The scanner performs a self-test by homing the carriages and camera box. Through
the platen glass, you can 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 Status lamp turns red for a few seconds when the scanner power is turned on.

• The Status lamp goes off when the scanner checks the power supply.

• The Status lamp turns green for about 30 seconds while the scanner performs self­test. If this step is completed successfully, the lamp remains on green.

If an error occurs and the scanner is not able to start pr operly, the status indicators
will display a steady red light. If this happens, turn off the scanner and contact your
dealer.

Switch the scanner’s
po w er to the “On”
position.

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4 Connecting your scanner

This section provides information on installing the ArtixScan 6000XY on the
Macintosh. The procedures ar e divided into two main sections: 1) Installation for
Macintosh computers that feature built-in SCSI ports; and 2) Installation for the new
Macintosh G3/G4 computers with built-in USB ports. For the new G3/G4 computers,
you will be installing the SCSI interface card included in the scanner package.

Important: Before connecting, make sure that the computer, your scanner, and all other
devices are turned off.

Installation for Macintosh computers with built-in
SCSI ports

A. 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

(1)

SCSI
ID

TERMINATION

OFF
ON

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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.

Connect the SCSI
c a b le to the
Macintosh SCSI
por t.

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B. 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.

(1)

SCSI
ID

TERMINATION

OFF
ON

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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.

Installation for the new G3/G4 Macintosh computers
(without built-in SCSI ports)

A. Installing the interface card

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

If the scanner is the last
de vice , set the ter minator
switch to the “On” position.

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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 car d.

3. Close the computer.

B. 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.

(1)

SCSI
ID

TERMINATION

OFF
ON

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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

SCSI Card

Inser t the SCSI card to the PCI
SCSI card into the slot.

Connect the SCSI cable
to the Macintosh.