Microtek ArtixScan F1 Guide

Supplement
ArtixScan F1 features, scenarios, and information
Getting to Know Your ArtixScan F1
The ArtixScan F1 is a combined flatbed and film scanner for 35mm, 6-cm, and 4"x5" film formats that also offers additional functionality to scan reflective art or prints as large as 8.5" x 14". The ArtixScan F1 is equipped with Microtek's patented Emulsion Direct Imaging Technology™ (E.D.I.T.™) for delivering distortion-free images in transparency scanning. The scanner also features the PictuRescue™ system with DIGITAL ICE Technology to reconstruct damaged photos and film, as well as ColoRescue™ to restore faded color.
Contents
Getting to Know Your ArtixScan F1 ................................................................1
Features of the ArtixScan F1 ........................................................................... 2
Taking a Closer Look ........................................................................................3
Unlocking the Scanner .................................................................................... 4
Positioning Your Originals .............................................................................. 5
Using the Glass Holder ...........................................................................7
Using the Other Film Holders .................................................................8
A. Using the 35mm Slide Holder ................................................... 9
B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Holder ........................................... 10
C. Using the 6 x 22-cm (120) Film Holder .................................... 11
D. Using the 4
Scanning Scenarios ....................................................................................... 13
Scanning Regular, Non-Damaged Photos .......................................... 14
Scanning Damaged Photos ................................................................. 18
Scanning Regular, Non-Damaged Positive Film .................................21
"
x 5" Film Holder ................................................... 12
Scanning Damaged Positive Film ........................................................ 24
Scanning Regular, Non-Damaged Negative Film ................................ 26
Scanning Damaged Negative Film ....................................................... 29
Scanning Photos (or Film) Applied with Auto Focus ........................ 32
Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP) .......................................... 35
Calibration Kit ........................................................................................ 35
MSP Installation .................................................................................... 35
Positioning the Target ........................................................................... 36
A. Positioning the Reflective Target ............................................. 36
B. Positioning the Transparent Target .......................................... 36
Calibration Setup ................................................................................... 37
Calibration and Profiling ....................................................................... 38
Loading a Profile ................................................................................... 39
Specifications / System Requirements ........................................................ 40
FCC Compliance Statement ..........................................................................41
Features of the ArtixScan F1
The ArtixScan F1 comes with several important features, including the following:
Microtek's Emulsion Direct Imaging Technology (E.D.I.T.): This is a patented “glassless” scanning system built into the lower bay of Microtek’s dual media scanners, allowing the scanner CCD to directly read the emulsion side of the film during scanning without any interfering pane of glass. This effectively eliminates problems associated with normal glass transparency scanning like Newton Rings, resulting in distortion-free images.
Auto Focus: An image improvement feature introduced to Microtek flatbeds, Auto Focus allows the scanner to change the focus position on images through the movement of the CCD, resulting in better image quality for a chosen area of the scan. Auto Focus is activated by default when the scanner is on but can be switched off manually before the final scan is carried out. The results of Auto Focus can be best seen when used with uneven, creased photos and film.
Microtek's PictuRescue system: This combined photo and film reconstruction and restoration solution incorporates DIGITAL ICE Technology and ColoRescue.
– With DIGITAL ICE technology, the ArtixScan F1 can automatically map,
identify, and eliminate surface defects on both photos and film. Built into the hardware and software, DIGITAL ICE removes dust, scratches, rips, and tears, reconstructing your damaged photos and film and restoring them to pristine, near-original quality.
– With ColoRescue, the ArtixScan F1 restores faded colors i
Microtek ScanWizard™ Pro scanning software: This is an advanced scanner controller program that provides many powerful, professional-level features for scanning. ScanWizard Pro includes the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP) program, which allows users to calibrate the scanner and generate the appropriate ICC color profile to ensure color consistency and accuracy during the scanning process. ScanWizard Pro also 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.
Hi-Speed USB interface: High-Speed USB (USB 2.0) , which is capable of 480Mbps data transfer, provides plug-and-play connectivity for a hassle-free installation.
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n 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 easy to use.
Vertical ruler
Horizontal ruler
Taking a Closer Look
Scanner lid
Glass surface (Upper scan bed)
Power button
Power indicator (green)
Reflective Ready indicator (amber)
Transparency Ready indicator (amber)
Power connector
Hi-Speed USB port (1)
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Unlocking the Scanner
Before you can operate the scanner, you will need to unlock the scanner. To 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 if your scanner is on.
2. Turn the scanner back on. The scanner’s carriage will move to the standby position in 5 minutes.
3. When the indicators on the front of your scanner stop blinking screwdriver, and then push and turn the locking screw clockwise locked position.
When the screw has been tightened, this indicates that your scanner is locked.
4. Turn off your scanner. The scanner is now ready for transport.
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, use a
to the
Positioning Your Originals
Positioning Reflective Originals
This procedure applies when you use the upper scan bed of the ArtixScan F1 to scan reflective materials such as photos and prints.
1. Open the scanner lid.
2. Place the original to be scanned face down on the scanner glass bed, towards the front of the scanner. Center the top of the original along the horizontal ruler on the scanner.
Note: To scan a book or thick materials/documents, lift the scanner lid out of its hinge sockets high enough to create room between the originals and the lid.
3. Lower the scanner lid.
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Positioning Transparent Film
This procedure applies when you use the lower scan bed of the ArtixScan F1.
There are two ways to scan transparent film:
A. By using the Glass Holder to scan non-standard-size transparent film.
Glass Holder
Vinyl strip
Calibration strip
Important:
When using the Main Holder or the Glass Holder, make sure you use the correct side up when inserting the holders into the scanner. The correct side up is the side showing the holder labels facing up.
Make sure that the calibration strip on the holders are kept clear and free of obstruction at all times; no material should ever be placed on this area. Also, make sure the calibration strip faces the front of the scanner when you insert the holders into the lower compartment of the ArtixScan F1.
B. By using the Main Holder, which is used together with individual film holders to
scan standard-size transparent film, such as 35mm slides, 35mm filmstrips, 6 x 4.5­cm, 6 x 6-cm, 6 x 7-cm, 6 x 9-cm, 6 x 17-cm, 6 x 22-cm, or 4" x 5" films.
35mm slides Holder
Main Holder
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Calibration strip
Using the Glass Holder
The Glass Holder is used to scan non-standard-size transparencies.
1. Place the film face down on top of the glass surface of the holder.
Orient Glass Holder with "Glass Holder" label facing up
2. Secure the transparency to the glass by using the vinyl strips provided with your scanner.
Keep calibration strip clear and free of any obstruction
3. Insert the holder all the way into the transparency bay (the drawer or lower compartment) of the scanner.
Note: The Glass Holder requires regular cleaning. To clean, use mild glass cleaning solution, and wipe the glass plate gently with lint-free, lens-cleaning cloth to prevent leaving fiber residue.
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Using the Other Film Holders
The other Film Holders are used together with the Main Holder to scan standard-size film. For instance, use the 4" x 5" Film Holder to scan 4" x 5" film, or use the 35mm Filmstrip Holder to scan 35mm filmstrips. The use of the individual film holders is explained in the succeeding pages of the manual.
35mm Slide Holder
35mm Filmstrip Holder
6 x 22-cm (120) Film Holder
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4” x 5” Film Holder
Main Holder
A. Using the 35mm Slide Holder
The 35mm Slide Holder can hold a maximum of 12 mounted slides at a time.
1. Place the individual 35mm slide to be scanned into the 35mm Slide Holder, as indicated in the graphic below. The shiny base of the 35mm slide should be facing down.
2. Put the 35mm Slider Holder into the Main Holder.
Make sure that the red arrow marks on both the 35mm Slide Holder and the Main Holder are pointing to each other when the holders are put together
3. Insert the whole assembly into the transparency bay (the drawer or lower compartment) of the scanner.
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B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Holder
The 35mm Filmstrip Holder can hold 4 strips of film that each consists of six frames. A total of four 35mm Filmstrip Holders is included in your scanner package.
1. Place the 35mm filmstrip to be scanned into the 35mm Filmstrip Holder, as indicated in the graphic below. The shiny base of the 35mm filmstrip should be facing down.
2. Put the 35mm Filmstrip Holder into the Main Holder.
Make sure that the red arrow marks on both the 35mm Filmstrip Holder and the Main Holder are pointing to each other when the holders are put together
3. Insert the whole assembly into the transparency bay of the scanner.
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C. Using the 6 x 22-cm (120) Film Holder
The 6 x 22-cm (120) Film Holder can hold up to four 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 film.
1. Place the film to be scanned into the 6 x 22-cm (120) Film Holder, as indicated in the graphic below. The shiny base of the film should be facing down.
a) Push on the side to
open the lid.
2. Put the 6 x 22-cm (120) Film Holder into the Main Holder.
Make sure that the red arrow marks on both the 6 x 22-cm Film Holder and the Main Holder are pointing to each other when the holders are put together
b) Place the film face
down into the holder.
c) Pull down the side
to close the lid.
3. Insert the whole assembly into the transparency bay of the scanner.
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D. Using the 4" x 5" Film Holder
The 4" x 5" Film Holder can hold two pieces of 4" x 5" film at a time.
1. Place the 4" x 5" film to be scanned inside the 4" x 5" Film Holder, as indicated in the graphic below. The shiny base of the 4" x 5" film should be facing down.
a) Push on the side to
open the lid.
2. Put the 4" x 5" Film Holder into the Main Holder.
Make sure that the red arrow marks on both the 4" x 5" Film Holder and the Main Holder are pointing to each other when the holders are put together
b) Place the film face
down into the holder.
c) Pull down the side
to close the lid.
3. Insert the whole assembly into the transparency bay of the scanner.
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Scanning Scenarios
The following pages provide various scenarios for scanning with the ArtixScan F1, including the following:
Scanning regular, non-damaged photos: This scenario can also be your first scan in order to familiarize yourself with scanning basics.
Scanning damaged photos: This scenario utilizes DIGITAL ICE for reconstructing damaged photos.
Scanning regular, non-damaged positive film: This scenario details the steps for scanning positive film, such as 35mm mounted slides.
Scanning damaged positive film: This scenario utilizes DIGITAL ICE for correcting flaws that may be present in your positive film.
Scanning regular, non-damaged negative film: This scenario details the steps for scanning negative film, such as 35mm filmstrips, 6 x 4.5-cm, 6 x 6-cm, 6 x 7-cm, 6 x 9-cm, 6 x 17-cm film, and 4" x 5" film.
Scanning damaged negative film: This scenario utilizes DIGITAL ICE for correcting flaws that may be present in your negative film.
Scanning originals applied with the Auto Focus function: This scenario details the steps for applying the Auto Focus function to a selected area of the image to be scanned, in order to improve that area of the image.
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Scanning Regular, Non-Damaged Photos
1. Raise the scanner lid, and place the photo to be scanned face down on the scanner glass bed, towards the front of the scanner. Center the top of the photo along the horizontal ruler on the scanner.
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.
The first time you launch ScanWizard Pro, you will be prompted to perform color calibration for your scanner. (Dialog boxes below show appearance in Windows XP and Mac OS X).
Allows you to specify how often you wish to be prompted to calibrate the scanner. The default setting is 14 days
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- 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 Kodak 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 ScanWizard 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 “Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler”.
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.
For more information, see the Color Matching Setup section in the ScanWizard Pro Reference Manual in the Microtek CD.
Pertains to how
your monitor
displays color,
relative to the RGB
Destination color
Color Matching
saturation of an
Immediately updates the Preview window image
when a new setting is selected. This will reflect
colors consistent with the newly selected profile
space
features
Improves the
contrast and
image
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.
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7. Click the Prescan button to display a detailed image area selected via 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. Click the Scan (or “Batch”) button in the Preview window 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 stand-alone 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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Click the Folder icon to specify a folder or file name of your own.
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Scanning Damaged Photos
1. Raise the scanner lid, and place the damaged photo to be scanned face down on the scanner glass bed, towards the front of the scanner. Center the top of the photo along the horizontal ruler on the scanner.
Place photo here for
photo restoration
Direction of carriage moving
Note: If the creases lie in the same direction where the carriage is moving, the creases may not be detected by the scanner. To fix this problem, position your photo slightly skewed (min. 10°, max. 45°), so that none of the creases are parallel to the direction of the moving carriage.
2. Launch ScanWizard Pro.
3. Go to the Preview window 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.
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7. Click the Prescan button to display a detailed image area selected via 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. Recommended resolution for DIGITAL ICE is 800
dpi; maximum is 3200 dpi.
c) Adjust the scan frame settings if necessary.
9. Adjust image quality if necessary, using the Advanced Image Correction (AIC) tools.
Important: The Descreen setting in the Settings window should be “None.” Otherwise the “DIGITAL ICE” option in the next step will be dimmed and will not be available for selection.
10. To repair creases, tears, and other surface defects from your photo, choose the DIGITAL ICE option that works best for you in the Settings window. Select from Normal or Strong.
11. If the colors in your photo are faded and need restoring, check the “Automatic Color Restoration” box in the Settings window.
12. Click the Scan (or “Batch”) button in the Preview window 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 stand-alone 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 Regular, Non-Damaged Positive Film
1. Insert the holder with the positive film into the transparency bay of the scanner. Make sure that nothing is on the scanner glass surface.
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.
Allows you to specify how often you wish to be prompted to calibrate the scanner. The default setting is 14 days
- 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 Kodak 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 ScanWizard 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 “Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler”.
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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 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 film are faded and need restoring, check the “Automatic Color Restoration” box in the Settings window.
11. Click the Scan (or “Batch”) button in the Preview window to start scanning.
If ScanWizard Pro was launched from an application program, the image is then
If ScanWizard Pro was launched in stand-alone mode, you will be prompted to
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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.
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 Damaged Positive Film
1. Insert the holder with the damaged positive film into the transparency bay of the scanner. Make sure that nothing is on the scanner glass surface.
2. Launch ScanWizard Pro.
3. Go to the Preview window and choose Positive / Positive Film 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 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 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. To repair creases, tears, and other surface defects from your film, choose the DIGITAL ICE option that works best for you in the Settings window. Select from Normal or Strong.
11. If the colors in your film are faded and need restoring, check the “Automatic Color Restoration” box in the Settings window.
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12. Click the Scan (or “Batch”) button in the Preview window 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 stand-alone 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.
Before
After
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Scanning Regular, Non-Damaged Negative Film
Note: Make sure you read the chapter “Addendum to ScanWizard Pro” in the ScanWizard Pro Reference Manual for important information on new features related to Negative Film Scanning.
1. Insert the holder with the negative film into the transparency bay of the scanner.
Make sure that nothing is on the scanner glass surface.
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 Negative / Negative 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
- Click the Calibrate button to run the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP)
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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
Skip button allows you to use the factory default ICC profile for your scanner.
Note: If your scanner does not include Kodak IT8 calibration targets, disregard the Calibration reminder window whenever it appears, and click the Skip button always.
program to perform color calibration and to customize the ICC profile for your scanner. After finishing with calibration, relaunch ScanWizard 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 “Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler”.
4. Click the Overview button to perform a preliminary scan of your original.
5. 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.
6. Click the Prescan button to display a detailed image. A thumbnail of the image appears as well in the Scan Job Queue window.
7. In the Negative Scan Settings window, you can specify options related to your scanned negative film. Follow the steps below.
a) In the Negative Scan Settings window,
choose the Film Brand, Film Type, and ISO settings that match your film.
b) The settings for the negative film you
selected are applied to the prescan image, and the adjusted image is displayed in the Preview window.
c) You can save the selected negative film
settings into the Preset drop-down menu for easy access in the future.
For more details on how to control settings for negative film scanning, see the section “Negative Scan Settings Window” in the ScanWizard Pro Reference Manual in the Microtek ArtixScan F1 CD-ROM.
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 film 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 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 stand-alone 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 Damaged Negative Film
1. Insert the holder with the damaged negative film into the transparency bay of the scanner. Make sure that nothing is on the scanner glass surface.
2. Launch ScanWizard Pro.
3. Go to the Preview window and choose Negative / Negative Film from the Scan Material menu.
4. Click the Overview button to perform a preliminary scan of your original.
5. 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.
6. Click the Prescan button to display a detailed image. A thumbnail of the image appears as well in the Scan Job Queue window.
7. In the Negative Scan Settings window, you can specify options related to your scanned negative film. Follow the steps below.
a) In the Negative Scan Settings window,
choose the Film Brand, Film Type, and ISO settings that match your film.
b) The settings for the negative film you
selected are applied to the prescan image, and the adjusted image is displayed in the Preview window.
c) You can save the selected negative film
settings into the Preset drop-down menu for easy access in the future.
For more details on how to control settings for negative film scanning, see the section “Negative Scan Settings Window” in the ScanWizard Pro Reference Manual in the Microtek ArtixScan F1 CD-ROM.
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.
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9. Adjust image quality if necessary, using the Advanced Image Correction (AIC) tools.
10. To repair creases, tears, and other surface defects from your film, choose the DIGITAL ICE option that works best for you in the Settings window. Select from Normal or Strong.
11. If the colors in your film are faded and need restoring, check the “Automatic Color Restoration” box in the Settings window.
12. Click the Scan (or “Batch”) button in the Preview window 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 stand-alone 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 Originals Applied with Auto Focus
1. Follow steps 1 to 3 (or 4) in the previous scanning scenarios to place photos or film, and to launch ScanWizard Pro.
2. Click the Overview button to perform a preliminary scan of the image.
If this is the first time to scan photos (or film), you will see a flashing frame (enclosed by dotted lines) around the image, together with a default Auto Focus frame (bordered in red and labeled with the tag “AF”).
3. To apply the AF function to the image, use either of the ways below:
Apply the AF function to the whole scan frame.
Select the Scan Frame tool from the Toolbar in the Preview window, and drag a rectangle to cover the entire image. You will see a flashing frame (enclosed by dotted lines), marked “AF” on the top left corner, around the selected area. In this case, the default AF frame is also the entire scan frame, as both frames overlap.
Apply the AF function to a specific area of the scan frame.
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a) 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.
b) Select the Auto Focus tool from the Toolbar in the Preview window, and
select the area in the scan frame to which the AF function will be applied.
A redefined Auto Focus frame (bordered in red) will appear within the scan frame, labeled with the tag “AF”.
Note: The AF frame works only in the area defined by the scan frame.
4. In the Preview window, select the “Prescan Setup” command from the Preferences menu. When the Prescan Setup dialog box appears, check the “Auto Focus for Prescan” option (explained in greater detail in step 8b). Click OK to close the dialog box.
In the Prescan Setup dialog box, the “Auto Focus for Prescan” option is unchecked by default
5. Back in the Preview window, click the Prescan button. This will give you a more detailed view of the image area in which the AF function is applied.
6. If necessary, follow steps 8 to 10 (or 11) in the previous scanning scenarios to define scan settings for your image.
7. Click the Scan (or “Batch”) button in the Preview window to start the final scan. This final scan process will include the Auto Focus function to make the image look clearer and sharper.
8. With Auto Focus turned on, you can also specify the speed in which the final scanned image is carried out.
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a) In the Preview window, select the “More” command from the Preferences
menu. The More Preferences window appears.
In the More Preferences dialog box, the “Auto Focus for Final Scan” option is checked by default. If you do not wish to apply the Auto Focus function to your scanned image, uncheck this option before carrying out the final scan.
b) Check the “Auto Focus for Final Scan” option, then select either “Precise
Mode” or “Speed Mode” from the pulldown menu next to the “Auto Focus“ option. Click the OK button.
When selecting Speed Mode, the final scan process works faster. When selecting Precise Mode, the final scan process works more slowly but yields a better­quality scanned image.
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Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP)
The Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP) is a scanner calibration and profiling utility program designed exclusively for Microtek scanners. Used together with the color calibration target, the ICC Profiler determines the color attributes of your scanner accurately, then generates an ICC profile tailored exclusively for the scanner that you are using under ScanWizard Pro.
MSP and IT8 Calibration Data Installation
Before installing MSP, ScanWizard Pro needs to be installed on your system. This will ensure that the MSP utility will install and function properly.
To install MSP, take note of the following:
For PC: MSP installation will automatically launch following the ScanWizard Pro installation. Follow the on-screen instructions to install and you will be prompted to insert the IT8 Calibration Data CD included in your software kit. Insert the IT8 Calibration Data CD to ensure that the MSP utility will have the latest color profile targets to reference. Then the MSP installation is complete.
For Mac OS X: Double click the MSP installer icon. After installing the software, insert the IT8 Calibration Data CD and double-click the IT8 installer icon. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the IT8 Calibration Data to ensure that the MSP utility will have the latest color profile targets to reference. Then the MSP installation is complete.
Calibration Kit
The calibration kit for your MSP program comprises two industry-standard IT8 color targets: a Reflective 5" x 7" (or 10 x 15-cm) target; and a Transparency 4" x 5" (or 6 x 7­cm) target.
The calibration targets are very delicate and must be handled carefully. Take note of the following:
Gently remove targets from their respective protective sleeves and avoid touching the target image surface.
When not in use, keep targets in their sleeves and keep away from light and heat.
Note: To keep the colors in your scanner consistent, you should perform color calibration on a regular basis. Professional photographers, graphic designers or others who require extremely precise color may wish to calibrate the scanner every time it is used.
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Positioning the Target
Proper positioning of the target on the scanner is important for successful calibration. Incorrect positioning of the target will result in an unsuccessful calibration.
A. Positioning the Reflective Target
1. Place the target face down on the glass surface of the scanner bed, making sure that the right side of the target (with the woman's portrait) is positioned toward the scanner's front panel, with its edge firmly aligned against the scanner's top ruler.
Make sure the woman's portrait lies towards the front of the scanner
2. Using the scanner's top ruler as a point of reference, adjust the target so that it is positioned at the center of the scanner glass bed.
B. Positioning the Transparent Target
Note: This section applies only to scanners that include Kodak IT8 calibration target (Q-60E1).
1. Flip and place the transparent target in the 4" x 5" Film Holder; orientation of the target is critical. Make sure that the side of the target (with the woman's portrait) is at the right side of the scanner — where the Kodak logo is positioned at the upper-right corner.
2. Place the 4" x 5" Film Holder into the Main Holder, then put this assembly in the transparency bay of the scanner.
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Make sure the woman's portrait lies towards the right side of the scanner
Calibration Setup
With the target properly positioned on the scanner, turn on your scanner and let it warm up for about five minutes. Launch the MSP program; the MSP main window appears.
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A. Choose the scanner model that you are calibrating.
B. Choose the correct target media. If you are calibrating the reflective target, select
Reflective. Otherwise, select Positive.
C. Select the date code and target type (or
reference number) from the drop-down list that matches your target. You can verify this information by looking at the left and right corners of the target’s bottom margin.
D. When all the settings are done, click the Start
button. The calibration window will appear, and an initial preview of the target is performed.
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Calibration and Profiling
After the Preview, you are now ready to complete calibration and create a profile for your scanner.
1. Scan the target. To do this, select the entire target by dragging a frame over it, and then click the Next>> button.
2. Align the registration marks of the target with your cursor (see inset at bottom of page).
3. Click the Create Profile button (PC) or Finish button (Mac) to create the scanner ICC profile. At the end of the profiling process, a dialog box appears, prompting you to enter a profile name and description.
Aligning the Registration Marks
A. Upper-left registration mark
Move the cursor to the target image area; the pointer will change to a horizontally flipped L mark (“ ”). Align the cursor with the small upper­left registration mark.
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B. Upper-right registration mark C. Bottom-right registration mark
After the upper left mark is aligned, the upper right part of the target image is displayed, and an instruction dialog box prompts you to align the upper right registration mark. Move the cursor to the target image area; the pointer will change to a normal L mark (“ ”). Align the cursor with the small upper-right registration mark.
After the upper right mark is aligned, the lower right part of the target image is displayed, and an instruction dialog box prompts you to align the bottom-right registration mark. Move the cursor to the target image area; the pointer will change to a vertically flipped L mark (“ ”). Align the cursor with the small bottom­right registration mark.
Loading a Profile
Once the profile has been produced, follow the steps below to load the profile you just created.
1. Launch ScanWizard Pro.
2. In the Preview window, click the Scan Material icon. Select the “Reflective” option for reflective materials; select the “Positive” or “Positive Film” option for transparencies and slides.
3. From the Settings window, click on the Scanner Profile/Input Profile list box, and select the profile you have just created.
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Specifications
Scanning Modes Color, grayscale, and black-and-white in a single
scanning pass True 48-bit color (approx. 281 x 1012 colors) 16-bit grayscale (approx. 65,536 shades of gray)
Scanning Area Reflective: Max. 8.5" x 14" (216 mm x 356 mm)
Min. 0.75" x 0.75" (19 mm x 19 mm)
Transparent: Max. Max. 8.5" x 10" (216 mm x 254 mm)
Min. 0.75" x 0.75" (19 mm x 19 mm)
Resolution Optical: 4800 dpi x 9600 dpi
Interpolated: 65,535 dpi
Interface Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 22.3" x 15.2" x 6.12" (567 mm x 385 mm x 157 mm)
Weight 26.4 lbs (12 kg)
Voltage AC 100V to 240V; 50-60 Hz Power Consumption 35W
Environment Operating Temperature: 50° F to 104° F (10° C to 40° C)
Relative Humidity: 20% to 85%
System Requirements
General Requirements
CD-ROM drive (for installing software)
Color display with 24-bit color output capability
256MB RAM or more to use DIGITAL ICE Technology
PC and compatibles
Pentium IV PC or higher with USB, or Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port
Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, or Vista
Macintosh
iMac or Mac G3/G4/G5 with built-in USB port
Mac OS X 10.3 or later
Important
Specifications, software bundles, and accessories are subject to change without
notice. Not responsible for typographic errors.
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FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment (Model: MRS-9600TFU2B) 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 reasonable protection against harmful interference in a 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.
Note: A shielded Hi-Speed USB interface cable with ferrite core installed on the scanner connector and must be used with this equipment.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party: Loi Han
Microtek Lab, Inc. 16941 Keegan Avenue Carson, CA 90746 USA Phone: 310-687-5800 Fax: 310-687-5950
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