Nikon LS-30 User Manual
35mm Film Scanner
LS-30
Reference Manual
Contents
Cautions
Safety Precautions
If You Notice Anything Abnormal
Installation and Storage
Overview
Parts and Accessories
What’s in the Box
Optional Accessories
System Requirements
Parts of the LS-30
Status LED
Setup
Installation
Connecting the Power Cable
Connecting the SCSI Cable
Setting the SCSI ID
Using the Scanner
Turning the Scanner On
Inserting and Removing Adapters
Using the MA-20 Slide Mount Adapter
Using the SA-20 Strip Film Adapter
Using the IX240 Film Adapter (IA-20)
Turning the Scanner Off
Maintenance
Cleaning
Storage
Transport
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Troubleshooting
Specifications
Contents
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Cautions
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• The reproduction of this manual in whole or in part is prohibited save in cases in which Nikon’s prior permission has
been obtained.
• The information contained in this manual is subject to change
without notice.
• Nikon has made every effort to produce a perfect manual,
but should you find any mistakes, we would be grateful if you
would kindly let us know. The address of Nikon’s representative in your area is provided separately.
• We shall take no responsibility for consequences resulting
from the operation of this product, despite the terms mentioned above.
Trademark Information
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks, and Windows NT a
trademark, of Microsoft Corporation.
IBM PC/AT is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
i386, i486, Pentium, and Pentium II are trademarks of Intel Corporation,
U.S.A.
Adaptec is a registered trademark of Adaptec, Inc.
Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems, Inc.
The Clean Image function incorporated in the LS-30 makes use of Digital
ICE technology developed by Applied Science Fiction Inc. Digital ICE and
the Digital ICE logo are trademarks of Applied Science Fiction Inc.
Other brand or product names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
The symbols in this manual signify important safety precautions. All passages marked with this indication should be read
prior to installation to prevent injury to yourself or to others.
These indications are also placed in the table of contents to
mark passages that should be read before use.
✔ Symbol
The ✔ symbols in this manual signify the need for caution when
using the product. These indications are placed in sections that
should be read before operation to prevent damage to the
product.
Cautions
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment 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/television technician for help.
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or
modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
SCSI Cable
Use the SCSI cable supplied with your scanner (see page 13 of
this manual). Using other interface cables may exceed the limits
of the class B Part 15 of FCC rules.
Note: A SCSI cable is provided only with scanners sold in the
U.S.A. and Canada. In other regions, a ferrite core is provided for
attachment to a SCSI cable.
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Cautions
Notice for customers in European countries
ACHTUNG
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Bestimmungen der EG-Direktive 87/
308/EEC zur Störungsunterdrückung. Lärmemission kleiner 70 dBA.
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Safety Precautions
Observe the following safety precautions when installing and
operating the LS-30:
• Do not allow your fingers, hair, or clothing into the
film insertion slot
Do not insert your fingers, hair, or clothing into the film
insertion slot on the front of the scanner when the power is
on and a film adapter is in place. Doing so could result in
injury.
• Use an appropriate power supply
Use an AC power supply of 50/60Hz and a voltage of from
100V–240V. Be sure to use a power cord rated for the
appropriate voltage.
At voltages of more than AC 125V:
use a power cord that complies with the safety standards of
the country in which it is used, which has a plug rated for AC
250V, 15A (NEMA 6P-15) and insulation of SVT type or
better, and which is more than AWG18 in thickness.
• Connect the scanner to ground
The outlet into which the power cable is plugged must be
grounded. Failure to ground the power supply could result
in electric shock.
* The shape of the cable may
vary depending on the country
of sale.
• The scanner and all devices to which it is connected must be
connected to a common ground. If a common ground is not
used, a ground loop could occur, causing electric shock or
noise static.
• Do not ground the outlet to a gas or water pipe.
At voltages of AC 125V or less:
use a power cord that complies with the safety standards of
the country in which it is used, which has a plug rated for AC
125V, 10A and insulation of SVT type or better, and which is
more than AWG18 in thickness.
Safety Precautions
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• When handling the power and SCSI cables
Unplug the power cable by pulling on the plug, not on the
cable itself. Pulling directly on the cord could result in damage that could cause fire or electric shock.
* The shape of the cable
may vary depending on
the country of sale.
• When connecting or disconnecting the SCSI cable, handle
the cable by the connector. Do not pull on the cable itself.
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• Do not damage or modify the power or SCSI cables. Fire or
electric shock may result if the cables are placed under heavy
objects, exposed to heat or flame, or forcibly tugged or bent.
• Should the insulation of the cables become damaged and the
wires become exposed, contact your retailer or Nikon
service office for information on repair or replacement.
Continued use could cause fire or electric shock.
•
Do not plug the power cord into an extension cord or multipleoutlet extension, as this could result in fire or malfunction.
* The shape of the cable may vary
depending on the country of sale.
• Do not handle the cables when your hands are wet. Doing
so could cause electric shock.
• Do not connect or disconnect the cables while the power is
on.
Safety Precautions
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• Do not disassemble
The interior of the scanner contains areas of high voltage.
Removing the scanner’s cover could result in fire or electric
shock. Contact your dealer or Nikon service office for
inspection or repair.
• Place on a stable surface
Do not use the equipment on an unstable surface or on a
surface which is not horizontal. This could cause the equipment to fall, resulting in injury.
• Do not modify
Do not modify the equipment. Doing so could cause fire or
electric shock.
• Do not place heavy objects on the scanner
Safety Precautions
• Do not drop
Do not subject the equipment to strong shocks, as this could
cause malfunction or breakage. The scanner contains glass
parts; if the scanner is dropped or otherwise damaged,
caution must be observed to avoid broken glass.
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• Keep clean
Use a dry cloth to remove any dirt from metal sections of
the scanner and their surroundings. Using the equipment
when dirty could cause fire.
• When performing routine maintenance
Before performing maintenance, turn the equipment off and
unplug the power cord.
• Do not place foreign objects inside the scanner
Do not allow foreign objects of any kind into the unit. If
flammable objects, metal, or water come in contact with the
interior of the scanner, malfunction, fire, or electric shock
could result.
• Do not place vases, flowerpots, cups, cosmetics, vessels
containing chemicals or water, or small metal articles on top
of the equipment. Should such articles or their contents fall
into the equipment, fire, electric shock or malfunction could
result.
• Exposing the scanner to volatile substances such as alcohol,
benzine, thinner, or pesticides could cause malfunction, fire,
or electric shock.
• If foreign substances or water should find their way into the
equipment, turn off the power immediately, unplug the
power cord and contact your dealer or nearest Nikon
service office. Continued use could result in fire, electric
shock or malfunction. Particular care is advised in households with small children.
• When not using for an extended period
When not using the equipment for an extended period,
remove any film that may be in the adapters and take the
adapters out of the adapter slot. Turn off the equipment
and unplug the power cord. To prevent accumulation of
dust inside the equipment, close the front cover.
If You Notice Anything Abnormal
Should you notice an unusual noise, smell, or smoke coming
from the equipment, immediately take the steps detailed below.
• Continued use could cause fire or electric shock. Turn off
the power immediately and then unplug the power cord.
After ensuring that the equipment is no longer smoking,
contact your dealer or Nikon service representative for
information on replacement or repair. DO NOT attempt
repairs yourself, as this would be extremely dangerous.
Safety Precautions
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Installation and Storage
To prevent fire or malfunction, follow the precautions given
below when operating or storing the scanner. When not in
use, cover the scanner appropriately to protect it from dust.
Do not store or use where:
•
the temperature is above 35°C (95°F) or below 10°C (50°F),
the temperature changes drastically, or condensation occurs
• the scanner would be exposed to direct sunlight
• there is a lot of dust
• the humidity exceeds 80%
Safety Precautions
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• the scanner may be subject to excessive vibration or physical
shock
Note that the scanner contains glass parts; if the scanner is
dropped or otherwise damaged, caution must be observed to
avoid broken glass.
• the scanner would be exposed to radio interference from
other equipment nearby
• close to other objects that would block the scanner’s vents
Safety Precautions
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Notice concerning prohibition of copying or
reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material which has been
copied or reproduced by means of a scanner may be punishable by law.
• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities,
government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such
copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”.
The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or
securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the government has been
obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage
stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.
• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
• Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works
such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is prohibited except when it is
done for personal use at home or for similar restricted and
non-commercial use.
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills,
checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon
tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to
be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not
copy or reproduce passports issued by the government,
licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID
cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
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Overview
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon LS-30 scanner for 35
mm and IX240 film. The LS-30 film scanner offers high speed
and high resolution, making it ideally suited to the creation of
high-quality images for desk-top publishing, design, and multimedia production. Removable modular adapters allow scanning
of 35 mm slides and strip film, whether negative or positive,
color or monochrome. An adapter for IX240 film is available
separately. Other features include:
• a bright, four-color LED light source, which eliminates the
need to replace worn-out bulbs
• single-pass, high-speed scanning
• ten-bit analog-to-digital conversion, guaranteeing high image
quality
• a maximum of 2,592 x 3,894 pixels and resolutions as high as
2,700 dpi
• an autofocus function that eliminates the need for manual
focus adjustment
This reference manual describes the procedures for unpacking,
setting up, and connecting the scanner, and explains how to use
the film adapters available for the LS-30. While the emphasis in
this manual is on setting up and using the scanner, the precautions that should be observed for personal safety and to prevent damage to the equipment are also covered. The next
chapter, “Parts and Accessories,” introduces the parts of the
scanner and the contents of the package. This is followed by
“Setup,” which describes how to connect the power and SCSI
cables and set the SCSI ID. “Using the Scanner” details how to
insert and use the film adapters and how to insert and remove
film and slides. The final sections, “Maintenance” and “Trouble-
shooting,” give information on caring for your scanner and on
what to do when things go wrong. Please read all instructions
thoroughly to ensure that you get the most from your scanner.
The procedures for using the LS-30 to scan and reproduce
images are outlined in the User’s Guide. A more detailed explanation of scanning procedures may be found in the software
reference manuals.
We hope that you will find this manual helpful.
• a compact, lightweight, and energy-efficient design
• random-access and batch scanning, allowing you to preview
and select for scanning any frame or frames in a film strip or
IX240 film cartridge without removing the film from the
scanner
Overview
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Parts and Accessories
This chapter introduces the parts of the LS-30 and lists the
items packaged with the scanner or available for purchase
separately. It also lists the requirements for the computer
system that will run the scanner.
Power cable (1)
(Shape of cable depends
on country of sale)
What’s in the Box
Purchasers of the LS-30 should find that the package contains all
the items listed below. Should you find that anything is missing
or damaged, contact your retailer immediately.
MA-20 SLIDE MOUNT
ADAPTER (1)
LS-30 main unit (1)
SA-20 STRIP FILM ADAPTER
Film tray for SA-20
(1)
(1)
FH-2 strip-film
holder for
MA-20 (1)
Scanner software CD-ROM for
Windows and Macintosh (1)
Reference CD containing
manuals and Adobe Acrobat
Reader (1)
User’s guide (1)
Fast Track guide (1)
“Open me first”
envelope (1)
Note: Users in the United States
and Canada should also find that
the package contains a SCSI cable
for use with the LS-30. Users in
other regions should find that the
package contains a ferrite core for
attachment to a SCSI cable. You
must use the core or cable provided
if your scanner is to meet interference regulations.
Parts and Accessories: What’s in the Box
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Optional Accessories
System Requirements
At the time of writing, the following optional adapter was
available for the LS-30:
IA-20 adapter for IX240 film
To install and run the driver software for the LS-30, your computer system must meet the requirements listed below.
Macintosh
• Macintosh or Power Macintosh with a 68030 CPU or better
• MacOS System 7.1 or later
• ColorSync
• a minimum of 16 MB RAM (24 MB or more is recommended)
• 23 MB or more free hard disk space (100 MB or more is
recommended)
• video system supporting a color depth of at least sixteen bits,
or 32,000 colors (a color depth of twenty-four bits, or 16.7
million colors, is recommended)
Windows
• IBM PC/AT or compatible with i486 or better CPU
• Windows 95, Windows NT4.0 or later
• a minimum of 16 MB RAM (24 MB or more is recommended)
• 23 MB or more free hard disk space (100 MB or more is
recommended)
• DOS ASPI-compatible SCSI board with WINASPI.DLL (a list
of boards that have been tested and approved by Nikon is
provided separately)
• video system supporting a color depth of at least sixteen bits,
or 32,000 colors (a color depth of twenty-four bits, or 16.7
million colors, is recommended)
Parts and Accessories: Options
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Parts of the LS-30
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Guard
Status LED
Adapter
slot
Transport
locking screw
Feet (used when scanner
is on its base)
Sliding
cover
Vents
Feet (used
when scanner
is on its side)
Transport
locking screw
Female half-pitch 50-pin
SCSI connectors (2)
Holders for
locking screws
AC connector
Termination
on/off switch
SCSI ID
selection
switch
Power
on/off
switch
Parts and Accessories: Parts
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