Microtek SCANMAKER 1000XL user guide

User Guide

ScanMaker 1000XL features, scenarios, and information

Getting to Know Your ScanMaker 1000XL

The ScanMaker 1000XL is a tabloid-size scanner with a 12" x 17" scan bed, 6400 x 3200-dpi optical resolution, 4.0 maximum optical density, and dual FireW ire and HiSpeed USB interfaces. W ith the use of the TMA 1000XL Transparent Media Adapter (available as either standard or optional equipment), you can also scan film and transparencies – including X-rays – up to 12" x 16" in size.

Contents

Getting to Know Your ScanMaker 1000XL ..................................................... 1

Features of the ScanMaker 1000XL ................................................................. 2

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

Unlocking the Scanner .................................................................................... 4

Connecting to the FireWire Port .....................................................................5

How to Use the TMA 1000XL .......................................................................... 6

A. Unpacking TMA 1000XL ..................................................................... 6

B. Installing the TMA 1000XL .................................................................. 7

Unlocking the TMA 100 0XL .................................................................... 8

Positioning Transparent Film ................................................................. 9

A. Using the 35mm Slide Template .............................................. 10

B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Template ....................................... 11

C. Using the 120 Film Template ..................................................... 12

D. Using the 4" x 5" Film Template ................................................ 13

E. Using the Film Alignment Ruler .............................................. 14

Positioning Multiple Templates ........................................................... 15

Positioning Reflective Originals ........................................................... 16

Scanning Scenarios ....................................................................................... 17

Scanning Regular, Non-Damaged Photos .......................................... 18

Scanning Damaged Photos ................................................................. 22

Scanning Positive Film ......................................................................... 25

Scanning Negative Film ........................................................................ 28

Using the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP) .......................................... 31

Calibration Kit ........................................................................................ 31

MSP Installation .................................................................................... 31

Positioning the Target ........................................................................... 32

A. Positioning the Reflective Target ............................................. 32

B. Positioning the Transparent Target .......................................... 32

Calibration Setup ................................................................................... 33

Calibration and Profiling ....................................................................... 34

Loading a Profile ................................................................................... 35

Specifications / System Requirements ........................................................ 36

FCC Compliance Statement .......................................................................... 37

Features of the ScanMaker 1000XL

The ScanMaker 1000XL comes with several important features, including the following:

• Large 12" x 17" scan bed: The tabloid-size scan bed of the ScanMaker 1000XL lets you easily scan oversized originals, contact sheets, large pieces of art, mechanical blueprints, and X-rays.

• 6400 x 3200-dpi resolution: The exceptionally high resolution of the ScanMaker 1000XL lets you scan even postage-size images and enlarge them with amazing clarity, with little loss of detail. The scanner's 4.0 maximum optical density allows it to capture a wide range of tones approximating real-life color and hues.

• Microtek's PictuRescueTM system: This combined photo reconstruction and restoration solution incorporates DIGIT AL ICE

Photo Print T echnology and

ColoRescueTM. – With DIGIT AL ICE Photo Print T echnology , the ScanMaker 1000XL can

automatically map, identify , and eliminate surface defects on your photos. Built into the hardware and software, DIGIT AL ICE Photo Print T echnology removes dust, scratches, rips, and tears, reconstructing your damaged photos and restoring them to pristine, near-original quality .

– With ColoRescue, the ScanMaker 1000XL 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: The TMA 1000XL is available as either standard equipment or optional accessory (depending on the configuration of the ScanMaker 1000XL that you purchased). W ith the use of the TMA 1000XL, you can scan X-rays, 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 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.

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Vertical ruler

Taking a Closer Look

Scanner lid (or TMA 1000XL)

Glass surface

Horizontal ruler (U-shaped ruler)

Power switch

Power connector

READY indicator (Green)

POWER indicator (Orange)

Accessory port (or with TMA 1000XL's connector securely connected)

FireWire port (1)

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 a few moments.

3. 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.

4. Turn off your scanner. The scanner is now ready for transport.

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Connecting to the FireWire Port

The printed Start Here guide showed you how to connect your computer to the USB port of the ScanMaker 1000XL. Here, the User Guide shows you how to connect the computer to the scanner's alternate FireWire port.

Prior to connection, check first to see if your computer system has a FireWire port. If FireWire is present, connect the FireW ire cable to the FireW ire port. If your computer does not have a FireWire port, install a FireW ire card to make use of the FireW ire port. For details on how to install a FireWire card in your computer , refer to the documentation that came with the FireWire card.

Note: Your ScanMaker 1000XL does not include a FireWire card in the package.

Follow the steps below to perform the FireWire connection:

1. Connect one end of the FireWire cable to your computer, and connect the other end of the cable to the scanner’s FireWire port.

(with a built-in FireWire port

or FireWire card installed)

(with a built-in FireWire port)

The latest Macintosh

computers (i.e., G3, G4, G5,

etc.) are equipped with a built-

in FireWire port, usually

labeled with the “ ” logo.

For PC users

For Mac users

2. Turn the Power switch on the back of the scanner to “ On”, and wait for the lights to stop blinking and stay on steady.

The scanner will be detected by your system automatically.

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How to Use the TMA 1000XL

The Transparent Media Adapter (TMA 1000XL) is specially designed to scan slides, transparencies, and negative film with the ScanMaker 1000XL scanner . The TMA 1000XL is available either as standard equipment or an optional accessory (depending on the scanner configuration that you purchased).

A. Unpacking the TMA 1000XL

The TMA 1000XL is packaged as an assembled unit. Make sure that the following major components are included after unpacking your TMA 1000XL:

4" x 5" Film Template (2)

TMA 1000XL

(for scanning reflective media)

Film Alignment Ruler

(for scanning film without using templates)

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120 Film Template with Black Plate (3)

Black Plate

35mm Slide Template (3)

35mm Filmstrip Template (3)

B. Installing the TMA 1000XL

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

2 . Remove the scanner lid, then attach the TMA 1000XL by sliding the posts at the

rear of the TMA 1000XL into the holes.

Scanner lid

TMA 1000XL

3. Plug the connector of the TMA 1000XL into the scanner’s 15-pin accessory port.

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Unlocking the TMA 1000XL

Before you can operate the TMA 1000XL, you will need to unlock the TMA 1000XL. Follow the steps below:

1 . Remove the yellow “Step 3” sticker

from the TMA.

2 . Look for the locking knob at the

base of the TMA 1000XL.

3 . Turn the locking knob

counterclockwise to the unlock position “ ”.

Shipping the TMA 1000XL

If you have to transport the TMA 1000XL, you will need to lock the TMA 1000XL back. Follow the steps below:

1. Make sure the TMA 1000XL is connected to the scanner, then turn off the scanner if your scanner is on.

2 . Turn the scanner back on. The TMA 1000XL's carriage will move to the standby

position in a few moments.

3. When the indicators on the front of your TMA 1000XL and scanner stop blinking, turn the locking knob clockwise to the lock position “ ”.

4. Turn off your scanner and disconnect the TMA 1000XL connector from the scanner. The TMA 1000XL is ready for transport.

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Positioning Transparent Film

T o scan transparent film, use the templates or Film Alignment Ruler included with your package. Use the templates to scan standard-size transparent film such as 35mm slides, 35mm filmstrips, 4" x 5" film, or 120 film (6 x 17 cm panoramic film). Use the Film Alignment Ruler to scan non-standard-size transparent film such as 8" x 10" film, as well as medical and dental X-rays.

Included in the TMA 1000XL package 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 templates and Film Alignment Ruler is explained in the succeeding pages of the manual.

The Black Plate

Light from the TMA 1000XL 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 Black Plates are available with your TMA 1000XL 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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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

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 T emplate containing the loaded filmstrip on the

Calibration strip

Microtek logo

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 T emplate. 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 T emplate 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

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

surface.

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