Microtek GNC M ATX120TF 0203 User Manual

Microtek ArtixScan 120tf

Installation and Operation Manual

Trademarks

Microtek®, ArtixScanTM, and ScanWizardTM Pro are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microtek International, Inc. Macintosh® and Apple® are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Adobe® and Acrobat® are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. All other products or name brands are trademarks of their respective holders.

Important

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

To obtain optimal results from the Microtek scanning software and user's manual, you should be familiar with such Windows concepts as pointing, clicking, dragging, and selecting from menus and dialog boxed. If these things are new to you, refer to your Microsoft Windows User's Guide.

I49-003469 A February 2003

Microtek Lab, Inc. 16941 Keegan Avenue, Carson, CA 90746 Main: 310-687-5800, Fax: 310-687-5950, http://www.microtekusa.com

Microtek International, Inc. 6, Industry East Road 3, Science Based Industrial Park, Hsinchu, 30077, Taiwan Tel: 886-3-5772155, Fax: 886-3-5772598, http://www.microtek.com

Microtek Europe B.V. Klompenmaker Str. 76, 3194DE Hoogvliet-RT, The Netherlands Tel: 31-10-2425688, Fax: 31-10-2425699, http://www.microtekeurope.com

Contents

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement iv

Introduction 1

System Requirements ........................................................................ 1

Environmental Requirements ............................................................ 2

Unpacking the Scanner 3

Taking a Closer Look .......................................................................... 4

Installation 5

Installing the Scanner Software ........................................................ 5

Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer ........................................ 6

Using the FireWire Cable.............................................................. 6

Using the SCSI Cable ................................................................... 8

Positioning Your Originals 10

A. Positioning the Transparent Film ..................................................10

Using the 35mm Slide Holder ................................................... 10

Using the 35mm Filmstrip Holder .............................................. 11

Using the 6 x 9 cm Filmstrip Holder ......................................... 12

B. Inserting the Film Holder .............................................................. 13

C. Ejecting the Film Holder ............................................................... 13

Your First Scan 14

Performing Color Calibration 16

Installing MSP ................................................................................... 16

The Color Calibration Target ............................................................ 16

Positioning Your Target ..................................................................... 17

Calibrating Your Target ..................................................................... 18

Loading a Profile .............................................................................. 19

Specifications 20

Additional Documentation in the CD-ROM 20

iii

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

This equipment (Model: MTS-120tf) 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.

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

Tested to Comply With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Introduction

The ArtixScan 120tf is a single-pass, dual interface (FireWire and SCSI), 42-bit, highresolution scanner designed for scanning transparent media such as film, slides, and filmstrips.

This manual will help you in the installation and operation of your scanner, with the information provided covering both Macintosh and PC environments.

System Requirements

• CD-ROM drive (for installing software)

• Color display with 24-bit color output capability

• 128MB RAM or more recommended

Macintosh

• FireWire (IEEE 1394) - iMac DV or Mac G3/G4 with built-in FireWire port

- Mac OS 9.x or OS X

• SCSI - iMac or Mac G3/G4 with built-in SCSI port

- Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or OS X

PC and compatibles

• FireWire (IEEE 1394) - P entium II PC or later with FireWire port or available

PCI slot for installing included FireWire host adapter

- Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 or XP

• SCSI - Pentium II PC or later with a SCSI card installed

- Microsoft Windows 95, 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 or XP

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Environmental Requirements

Before unpacking your scanner, make sure that the location where the scanner will be installed is large enough for easy operation.

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

• Allow adequate ventilation space (no less than 39.8" or 91.6 cm) around the scanner.

• Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface that is not subject to vibration.

• Make sure that the scanning surface will not be exposed to direct sunlight or other

sources of bright light.

• Avoid placing the scanner close to sources of extreme cold or heat.

• Avoid connecting the scanner to a power source that might experience power

surges.

• Avoid positioning the scanner in the path of heavy traffic where it may get bumped.

• Place the scanner within 3 feet of the computer. Use the FireWire cable or the SCSI cable that came with your scanner.

Once the scanner has been placed in a suitable location and is ready to be connected to the host computer, it is time to proceed with installation of the necessary hardware and software components for the scanner.

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Unpacking the Scanner

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

Refer to the enclosed packing list to ensure that you received all of the parts necessary for scanner setup. If there are any damaged or missing parts, contact Microtek's customer service department.

2-1

FireWire

2-4

2-5

2-2

2-6

2-3

1. ArtixScan 120tf scanner

2-1. FireWire card 2-2. FireWire cable 2-3. SCSI cable 2-4. Power cord 2-5. Microtek CD-ROM (ScanWizard Pro TX) 2-6. Documentation: Includes ArtixScan 120tf Installation and Operation Manual, ScanWizard Pro TX User’s Guide, ScanWizard Pro TX Quick Reference, and other inserts.

3-1

3-2

3-3

3-4

3-1. 35mm Slide Holder 3-2. 35mm Film Holder 3-3. 6 x 9 cm Filmstrip Holder 3-4. Dust cover

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Taking a Closer Look

READY Indicator (orange)

POWER button (yellow)

SCSI terminator switch

Eject button

Feed slot

FireWire ports (2)

SCSI ID switch

SCSI ports (2)

Power connector

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