Polaroid 8035, 8045, 8067, ProPalette 8K 8035, ProPalette 8K 8045 Repair Manual
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REPAIR MANUAL
ProPalette 8K Series
Color Film Recorders
Includes models 8035, 8045, 8067
May 24, 2000
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Polaroid 8K Series ProPalette Film Recorders
Repair Manual
Contents
Introduction...............................................................................................9
Purpose of This Manual.......................................................................... 9
Manual Organization.............................................................................. 9
Other Service Documents.....................................................................10
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................... 10
Electrostatic Discharge Warning.......................................................... 10
Note, Caution and Warning Conventions............................................. 10
1 8K Series ProPalette Description ......................................................11
Model 8035 Description....................................................................... 11
Model 8045 Description....................................................................... 12
Model 8067 Description....................................................................... 13
8K Series ProPalette Factory Optimization.......................................... 13
Film Recorder Optics............................................................................ 13
Electronics ............................................................................................14
System Status LCD Panel..................................................................... 14
Ports......................................................................................................15
Software and Interface Accessory Kits................................................. 15
Palette for Windows Kit ....................................................................16
RasterPlus for Macintosh Kit............................................................. 16
Palette for Macintosh Kit................................................................... 16
Accessory Kit PID Numbers ............................................................. 17
8K Series ProPalette Feature Summary................................................ 18
System Specifications........................................................................... 20
2 Hardware Operating Information ....................................................22
Installation Quickstart........................................................................... 22
Unpack the Box .................................................................................22
Position the Film Recorder................................................................22
Connect the Film Recorder................................................................ 23
Connection Tips.................................................................................26
Install the Software............................................................................26
Configure RasterPlus for Macintosh ................................................. 27
Configure RasterPlus for Windows...................................................27
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2 Hardware Operating Information (continued)
Terminating the ProPalette Internally................................................... 28
Changing the ProPalette SCSI ID......................................................... 29
Controls, Indicators and Connectors.....................................................30
Front (Without Camera) .................................................................... 30
Keypad............................................................................................... 31
Using the 35mm Camera Back.............................................................31
35mm Camera Back Description....................................................... 31
Loading 35 mm Film......................................................................... 32
Using the 4x5 Camera Back .................................................................33
Loading 4x5 Film .............................................................................. 34
Using the 6x7 Camera Back .................................................................35
Loading 6x7 Film .............................................................................. 35
Locking the Film Type Via the Keypad ...............................................40
Locking the Camera Type via the Keypad ...........................................41
Bulk Camera Support ........................................................................... 41
Leaving a Film Leader.......................................................................... 41
Making Exposures................................................................................ 42
Removing Exposed Film ......................................................................43
Rewinding a Partially Exposed Roll.....................................................43
Advancing Film.................................................................................... 43
Removing and Replacing the 35mm Camera Back.............................. 43
Enhanced Information Display............................................................. 44
Artifact Warning Indicators.................................................................. 44
Hardware Configuration Display.......................................................... 45
High Density Grids............................................................................... 45
Protecting the CRT and Camera from Dust.......................................... 45
Cleaning the CRT Face......................................................................... 45
Cleaning the Camera Lens.................................................................... 46
Testing the Hardware Installation......................................................... 46
Troubleshooting Hardware and Film Problems.................................... 47
Color Balance and Exposure for Negative Film................................ 47
Running a Self-Test........................................................................... 48
Redisplaying an Error Message.........................................................48
LCD Panel Messages............................................................................ 48
Setup Menu Reference.......................................................................... 50
Activating Monitor Mode.....................................................................51
Activating Monitor Mode Via Front Panel Buttons.......................... 51
Activating Monitor Mode Via Digital Board ....................................51
Activating Monitor Mode Via LCD Menu........................................ 52
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2 Hardware Operating Information (continued)
Displaying or Changing the Stored Serial Number.............................. 52
Viewing the Stored Serial Number and Board Versions................... 52
Serial Number Syntax........................................................................ 53
Changing the Stored Serial Number..................................................54
Viewing and Interpreting the Error Log...............................................54
Enabling and Disabling the Watchdog Timer.......................................54
3 Theory of Operation...........................................................................55
Design Objectives................................................................................. 55
Image Quality Objectives .................................................................. 55
Manufacturability and Serviceability.................................................55
CPU....................................................................................................56
Deflection and Geometry Control ..................................................... 56
Sharpness Control.............................................................................. 56
Exposure Control...............................................................................56
ProPalette Major Systems.....................................................................57
Exposure System .................................................................................. 59
Exposure Sequence............................................................................ 59
Exposure System Components.......................................................... 59
Power Supply.....................................................................................60
Digital Board ........................................................................................ 62
Digital Board Circuits........................................................................62
Digital Board Components................................................................ 62
Digital Board Functional Groups....................................................... 64
Group 1 Functions .............................................................................65
Group 2 Functions .............................................................................65
Group 3 Functions .............................................................................65
Group 4 Functions .............................................................................66
Analog Board ........................................................................................ 67
Slowscan Description and Imaging Sequence...................................... 68
Grid for Deflection ............................................................................ 69
Video DAC Data Generation............................................................. 69
Exposure Summary............................................................................ 70
Flash Description..................................................................................70
Flash Data Organization.................................................................... 70
Programs for Reading and Writing the Flash .................................... 71
Autoluma Process................................................................................. 72
Firmware Description........................................................................... 73
Downloading New Firmware.............................................................73
General Description...........................................................................73
Camera Back Interface ......................................................................... 73
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3 Theory of Operation (continued)
Keypad/LCD Interface.......................................................................... 75
LCD Menus ....................................................................................... 76
Exiting from Menus........................................................................... 76
Startup Messages............................................................................... 76
Status Messages.................................................................................76
Film Tables........................................................................................77
Pacing Commands................................................................................ 77
4 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics......................................................78
Recommended Diagnostic Sequence.................................................... 78
Utility Program Summary.....................................................................78
Connecting to the Service FTP Site......................................................78
Inspection and Cleaning ....................................................................... 79
Firmware Upgrade................................................................................79
Purpose .............................................................................................. 79
Obtaining the Latest Firmware.......................................................... 79
Required Tools and Equipment ......................................................... 80
Upgrade Procedure with Parallel Cable.............................................81
Upgrade Procedure with SCSI Cable.................................................81
ProPalette Startup Diagnostics and Tests............................................. 83
Test Image Exposure Sequence............................................................85
Monitor Mode....................................................................................... 85
Error Message Redisplay...................................................................... 85
Serial Communication Cable................................................................ 86
Purpose .............................................................................................. 86
Required Equipment.......................................................................... 86
Wiring Diagram.................................................................................86
Digital Board Diagnostics (FPDIAG) via Host Computer...................86
Purpose .............................................................................................. 86
Required Tools and Equipment ......................................................... 87
Test Procedure ................................................................................... 87
PCPLUS Configuration........................................................................ 88
Uploading and Running a Hex File...................................................... 89
Purpose .............................................................................................. 89
Required Tools and Equipment ......................................................... 89
Procedure........................................................................................... 89
Digital Board Interface Test .................................................................93
Purpose .............................................................................................. 93
Required Tools and Equipment ......................................................... 93
Test Procedure ................................................................................... 93
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4 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics (continued)
Analog Board Voltage Test .................................................................. 95
Purpose .............................................................................................. 95
Required Tools and Equipment ......................................................... 95
Test Procedure ................................................................................... 95
Analog Board Functional Test via Host Computer ..............................96
Purpose .............................................................................................. 96
Required Tools and Equipment ......................................................... 96
Test Procedure ................................................................................... 96
Analog Board Functional Test Troubleshooting ...............................98
Parallel Port Hardware Test............................................................... 98
SCSI Interface Hardware Test........................................................... 98
Image Evaluation..................................................................................98
Purpose .............................................................................................. 98
Required Tools and Equipment ......................................................... 98
Printing the Test Images.................................................................... 98
Error Logging (ERRSTAT.EXE).........................................................99
Error Classes and Messages............................................................. 100
Error Log Data................................................................................. 101
Running ERRSTAT.EXE................................................................ 102
Sample Report ................................................................................. 102
Board Versions ................................................................................103
Error Message and Symptom Tables..................................................104
LCD Panel Error Messages ............................................................. 105
Host System Error Messages...........................................................107
Host System Plug-In Symptoms...................................................... 109
Operation and Performance Symptoms...........................................111
Image Quality Symptoms................................................................ 115
Diagnostic (FPDIAG) Error Message Tables.................................. 116
5 Parts Replacement............................................................................121
Removal of the Front Bezel Assembly............................................... 122
Installation of the Front Bezel Assembly ...........................................122
Removal of the LCD Keypad Assembly ............................................123
Installation of the LCD Keypad Assembly......................................... 123
Removal of the LCD Panel................................................................. 124
Installation of the LCD Panel............................................................. 124
Removal of the Front Bezel Door....................................................... 125
Installation of the Front Bezel Door................................................... 125
Removal of the Power Switch ............................................................126
Installation of the Power Switch.........................................................126
Removal of the Camera Plate Assembly ............................................ 127
Installation of the Camera Plate Assembly......................................... 128
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5 Parts Replacement (continued)
Removal of the Camera Connector/Cable Assembly......................... 128
Installation of the Camera Connector/Cable Assembly...................... 129
Removal of the Top Cover and Rear Panel Assembly .......................129
Installation of the Top Cover and Rear Panel Assembly....................130
Removal of the Stepper Motor ........................................................... 131
Installation of the Stepper Motor........................................................ 132
Removal of the Autoluma Board Assembly....................................... 133
Installation of the Autoluma Board Assembly ...................................134
Removal of the Wheel Position Sensor (Photo Interrupter)............... 134
Installation of the Wheel Position Sensor (Photo Interrupter)............ 136
Removal/Installation of the LCD Interface Cable..............................137
Removal/Installation of the Camera Cable Assembly........................ 137
Removal of the Electronics Drawer....................................................139
Installation of the Electronics Drawer................................................ 140
Removal of the Digital PC Board Assembly...................................... 140
Installation of the Digital PC Board Assembly ..................................141
Replacement of the Camera Power Fuse............................................ 141
Removal of the Analog PC Board ...................................................... 141
Installation of the Analog PC Board................................................... 142
Removal of the Low Voltage Power Supply...................................... 142
Installation of the Low Voltage Power Supply...................................143
Removal of the Light Box Assembly .................................................143
Installation of the Light Box Assembly..............................................146
Disassembly of the CRT..................................................................... 149
Reassembly of the CRT......................................................................149
Removal of the Front Plate Assembly................................................150
Installation of the Front Plate Assembly.............................................150
Removal of the Filter Wheel............................................................... 151
Installation of the Filter Wheel...........................................................151
Removal of the High Voltage Power Supply......................................152
Installation of the High Voltage Power Supply.................................. 152
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6 Using the Flash Manager Utility .....................................................153
ProPalette Flash Device Description ..................................................153
Flash Manager Description................................................................. 153
Running Flash Manager...................................................................... 154
Requirements................................................................................... 154
Starting and Using Flash Manager...................................................155
Reloading Firmware ........................................................................155
Switching Between Virtual Flash Devices ......................................156
Erasing the Entire Virtual Flash ...................................................... 156
Erasing a Single Code Block........................................................... 157
FLASHMAN Menu Options ...........................................................158
FLASHMAN Common Code Blocks.............................................. 158
VFO Code Blocks............................................................................ 158
VF1 Code Blocks............................................................................. 159
7 Schematic Drawings .........................................................................160
Digital Board Schematics................................................................... 161
Analog Board Schematics...................................................................170
Autoluma Board Schematic................................................................ 178
Keypad Board Schematic ...................................................................179
Power Fail Fix Schematic................................................................... 180
Interconnection Diagram .................................................................... 181
Index.......................................................................................................182
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8K Series ProPalette Repair Manual Introduction
Introduction
Purpose of This Manual
This manual is intended to be a reference and training guide for authorized service
technicians who install, troubleshoot and repair the following Polaroid 8K Series
ProPalette Color Film Recorders:
• ProPalette 8035
• ProPalette 8045
• ProPalette 8067
Manual Organization
This manual is organized into seven sections:
1 ProPalette Description Describes the 8K Series ProPalette Color
Film Recorders, along with their features, components and
specifications.
2 Hardware Operating Information This section includes the setup,
operating and troubleshooting instructions provided to users in the 8K
Series ProPalette Hardware Manual (reproduced in this manual for
the convenience of service technicians).
3 Theory of Operation Detailed explanations of 8K Series ProPalette
system and component functions; for use in diagnosing problems and
performing other service.
4 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Instructions for diagnosing image
defects, errors and other malfunctions, along with likely causes and
suggested corrective action.
5 Parts Replacement Instructions for replacing individual 8K Series
ProPalette components.
6 Using the Flash Manager Utility Description of the Flash Manager
utility program and instructions for using it to view and program 8K
Series ProPalette flash devices.
7 Schematic Drawings Major circuit board and interconnection
diagrams for use in troubleshooting.
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Other Service Documents
In addition to this manual, ProPalette service personnel should have access to the
following documents:
8K Series ProPalette Parts Catalog
8K Series ProPalette Hardware Manual
Palette Export Software User Guide
RasterPlus Software Manual
ProPalette Test Stand Manual (locations with appropriate equipment only)
Important Safety Instructions
When servicing a ProPalette film recorder, always take the following safety precautions:
• Read and understand all applicable service procedures before proceeding.
• Turn off and unplug the unit before servicing.
• When service procedures require the unit to be plugged in with the cover
off, take special care to avoid contact with high voltage connections, wires
and components.
Warning: The ProPalette Color Film Recorder has
hazardous internal voltages. Maintenance
operations, especially those performed with the
printer cover removed, should be performed
only by qualified service personnel.
Electrostatic Discharge Warning
ProPalette circuitry can be easily damaged by small, unnoticeable static discharges.
Always use an anti-static mat and wrist strap when removing the ProPalette cover or
when servicing the unit with the cover removed.
Note, Caution and Warning Conventions
The use of notes, cautions and warnings in this manual follows these conventions:
Note - Information that is essential to highlight.
Caution - Procedure or other information that, if not strictly observed, could result
in equipment damage.
Warning - Procedure or other information that, if not strictly observed, could result
in personal injury or loss of life
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1 8K Series ProPalett e Des crip tio n
The Polaroid 8K Series ProPalette models are a family of digital, photographic-quality
printers designed for the mid-range/professional color film recorder market. Operating
with either Windows or Macintosh platforms, they are ideal for mini-labs, audio-visual
departments, professional photographers and anyone else requiring detailed output,
faithfully rendered by a reliable, easy-to-operate film recorder.
The 8K Series ProPalette models include the following:
• Model 8035
• Model 8045
• Model 8067
Model 8035 Description
As implied by its designation, the Model 8035 uses a 35mm camera. The camera is
manufactured to Polaroid specifications by Ricoh. It produces 35mm format positive
(chrome) and negative (print) images.
The Model 8035 (Figure 1-1) provides professional quality, continuous-tone 35mm color
negatives and transparencies with up to 8192 horizontal and 5460 vertical pixels
resolution. The Model 8035 uses a 35mm camera which has a 43.53mm, f/6, six element
lens. Positive, negative and instant 35mm film can be used and a bulk roll film adapter is
available for high-volume applications.
Figure 1-1. 8K Series ProPalette Model 8035
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The standard 35mm camera back automatically loads, counts exposures, and rewinds at
the end of each roll of film. (There is an option for early rewind.) System setup and status
is indicated via the 20-character, 2-line LCD panel.
Model 8035 can be expanded to produce 4x5 or 6x7 images through the purchase of
accessory camera backs. (Adding the camera backs also requires factory realignment.)
Model 8045 Description
The 8K Series ProPalette Model 8045 (Figure 1-2) produces professional quality,
continuous-tone 4 x 5 images with up to 8192 horizontal and 6370 vertical pixels
resolution. The Model 8045 uses a 4x5 camera which has a 101mm, f/6.7, six element
lens. Positive, negative and instant 4 x 5 film can be used. System setup and status is
indicated via the 20-character, 2-line LCD panel.
Figure 1-2. 8K Series ProPalette Model 8045
Model 8045 includes a 35mm camera back which can replace the 4 x 5 camera back to
produce 35mm images. Additionally, Model 8045 can be expanded to produce 6 x 7
images through the purchase of the accessory 6 x 7 camera back. (Adding the camera
back also requires factory realignment.)
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Model 8067 Description
The Model 8067 (Figure 1-3) offers professional quality, continuous-tone 6 x 7 cm
images with up to 8182 horizontal and 6702 vertical pixels resolution. The Model 8067
uses a 6x7 camera which has a 74mm, f/5.5, six element lens. Positive and negative 6 x 7
film can be used. System setup and status is indicated via the 20-character, 2-line LCD
panel.
Figure 1-3. 8K Series ProPalette Model 8067
Model 8067 includes a 35mm camera back which can replace the 6 x 7 camera back to
produce 35mm images. Additionally, Model 8067 can be expanded to produce 4 x 5
images through the purchase of the accessory 4 x 5 camera back. (Adding the camera
back also requires factory realignment.)
8K Series ProPalette Factory Optimization
All 8K Series ProPalette film recorder models (8035, 8045, 8067) are factory-optimized
and matched to a specific camera during manufacture. Using a Polaroid Digital
Alignment Station at the factory assures that image quality, sizing, sharpness, location,
geometry and color saturation are all at peak level. These critical alignments result in
ideal match-ups between recorder and camera.
This process results in a film recorder with the highest level of precision which achieves
unprecedented image quality right out of the box. Each ProPalette model produces higher
resolution images than other film recorders in its product category.
Film Recorder Optics
The 8K Series ProPalette film recorders have a high-resolution, precision 7-inch CRT
with a proprietary anti-reflection and anti-static coating to render superb image sharpness
and purity. They also utilize custom optics with six element glass lenses and glass
dichroic filters to minimize spot size and maximize color saturation.
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Electronics
Auto-Luma /Auto-Chroma digital circuits automatically adjust brightness, luminance and
color balance. Digital geometry correction provides exacting straight lines and perfect
circles and eliminates pin cushioning, barreling and keystoning. Dynamic focus circuits
adjust the focus of the electron beam to assure consistent sharpness and clarity over the
entire image area. The system’s electronics adjust the focus of each image on the CRT
and use custom lookup tables for horizontal and vertical planes.
The 8K Series ProPalette provides 8000-line, continuously variable resolution for
recording images in their native, scanned resolution. This eliminates the image
degradation exhibited at lower resolutions and the need for time-consuming image
interpolation and decimation. The 8K Series ProPalette models are also designed for fast
printing: exposing a 35mm image at 4096 dpi requires less than 60 seconds.
The finished product is a 24-bit image with 36-bit color depth per pixel and 16.8 million
colors drawn from a palette of 68 billion colors. This results in smooth, ramped
backgrounds and accurate colors.
System Status LCD Panel
A 20-character, two line interactive LCD panel on the film recorder guides the user
through setup and also provides system status information during operation. A control
panel with a push-button menu system allows the user to send commands to the recorder.
Status/command functions are provided in choice of five languages and include:
• Storage of all setups in permanent
memory
• Image pixel dimensions displayed during
green exposure
• Firmware version and update status
• Automatic load/unload film status
• Detection of film jams/mis-thread
• Frames counted and frames available for
exposure
• Red/green/blue pass in progress
• Rewind film/advance film/remove
film/abort exposure
• Pacing indicators and waiting for host
warnings
• Previous error storage and information
retrieval
• Circuit board version information
• Unit serial number
• Calibration in progress
• SCSI ID, SCSI terminate settings
• Leader/no-leader selection
• Out-of film detection by end of roll or
frame count
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Ports
The 8K Series ProPalette models have four ports (Figure 1-4):
• Centronics parallel
• Synchronization IEEE 1284 style
• SCSI-1
• RJ-11 serial (available to service personnel only)
Figure 1-4. ProPalette Ports
Software and Interface Accessory Kits
The software provided in the Windows and Macintosh accessory kits is designed
specifically for ProPalette film recorders. Accessory kits are purchased separately.
ColorTune software matches the image seen on the computer monitor to the final image
created by the Propalette. This allows the user to perform more accurate previewing when
making adjustments to color and tone scale. ColorTune also enables the user to customize
film look-up tables to their individual workstation to obtain specific results.
Palette Export, an Adobe Photoshop export plug-in module allows printing directly from
Photoshop to produce continuous tone images quickly and simply.
The recorders can be networked with Palette for Windows (including Windows 95,
Windows 98, and Windows NT) and Palette for Macintosh. These software kits include
RasterPlus drivers.
All 8K ProPalette software has been tested for year-2000 compliance.
Accessory kits also include the appropriate cables for connecting the ProPalette film
recorder to Windows or Macintosh platforms.
The accessory kits are described in more detail in the following sections. For the PID
number associated with each kit, see Table 1-1 on page 17.
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Palette for Windows Kit
The Palette for Windows kit (for Windows 95, 98 and NT) consists of the following:
•••• RasterPlus for Windows. A print manager, including a queue feature for unattended
printing.
•••• ColorTune2 for Windows. Matches the film recorder output to the monitor image.
(This software is not included with the initial product release, but is available from the
Polaroid Web site. ColorTune2 for Windows will be included with later releases.)
•••• Polaroid Palette Export. Plug-in module compatible with Adobe Photoshop and
other popular image processing applications
•••• Parallel cable. Allows ProPalette to be connected to the PC via a parallel port.
RasterPlus for Macintosh Kit
The Raster Plus for Macintosh accessory kit is for use with G3 PowerMac systems, and it
provides Postscript compatibility. This kit includes the following:
•••• RasterPlus for Macintosh. A file-print and Postscript-compatible driver.
•••• Scheduler. A print-spooling utility allowing deferred printing.
•••• Palette Export for Macintosh. A plug-in for exporting images directly from
Photoshop.
•••• SCSI cable and terminator. Allows ProPalette to be connected to a Macintosh or
added to an existing SCSI chain.
Palette ColorTune for Macintosh is under development and currently not included in the
Raster Plus for Macintosh kit.
Palette for Macintosh Kit
The Palette for Macintosh accessory kit is for use with older 68K-based Macintosh
systems and does not provide Postscript compatibility. This kit includes the following:
•••• Palette for Macintosh. A chooser-level printer driver for all Macintosh computers
•••• SiPrint Assistant. A spooling utility for unattended printing.
•••• Palette Export for Macintosh. A plug-in for exporting images directly from
Photoshop
•••• SCSI cable and terminator. Allows ProPalette to be connected to a Macintosh or
added to an existing SCSI chain.
Palette ColorTune for Macintosh is under development and currently not included in the
Raster Plus for Macintosh kit.
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Accessory Kit PID Numbers
ProPalette software/interface components are summarized in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1. ProPalette Software/Interface Matrix
Operating
Name Vendor
Palette for Windows Kit
(includes the three items below)
RasterPlus for Windows Graphx Windows File-Print manager. Provides
Polaroid Palette Export for
Windows
Palette ColorTune2 for Windows
(not included with initial release)
Palette for Windows Upgrade
RasterPlus for Macintosh Kit
(includes the two items below)
RasterPlus for Macintosh &
Scheduler
Palette Export for Macintosh Polaroid Macintosh Photoshop export plug-in
RasterPlus for Macintosh
Upgrade
Palette for Macintosh Kit
(includes the three items below)
Palette for Macintosh & SiPrint
Assistant
Palette Export for Macintosh Polaroid Macintosh Photoshop plug-in utility
Palette ColorTune for Macintosh Polaroid Macintosh
Polaroid Windows Driver kit; includes parallel
Polaroid Windows Photoshop export plug in
Polaroid Windows Matches output to monitor by
Polaroid Windows
Polaroid Macintosh
Graphx Macintosh Driver and batching utility
Graphx Macintosh
Polaroid
System Description or Comments PID No.
101333
cable
PostScript & Queue capability
adjusting film tables
Intended fo r owners upgrading
to Windows 95 / 98 / NT;
includes all software in Palette
for Windows Kit above, but
does
requires RasterPlus 1.x or later
Driver kit for Power PC. (OS
7.5 or later, excluding 8.0);
includes SCSI cable and
terminator
Driver upgrade for owners
moving to RasterPlus for
Macintosh; includes all software
in the RasterPlus for Macintosh
Kit above, but does
SCSI cable or terminator.
Macintosh
V7.6 or later
Macintosh Drive r and batching utilit y
Driver kit for older 68K-based
Macintosh; no t Postscriptcompatible.
Film table tuner (matches output
to monitor)
include parallel cable;
not
not
include
101330
100197
101332
623879
This table is subject to change without notice.
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8K Series ProPalette Feature Summary
Feature Description Benefit
Custom optics Custom 6 element glass lenses;
35mm - 43.53mm, f/6; 4x5 101mm, f6.7; 6x7 - 74mm,
f/5.5; dichroic filters which
combine high transmittance
with sharp color cut-off; custom
CRT faceplate optics
Automatic exposure
and color balance
control
Electronics for automatically
setting optimum brightness and
color balance before exposure
of each image
Geometry correction Automatic digital correction of
geometry and linearity to
eliminate pincushion, barrel and
keystoning
Dynamic focus
adjustment
Automatic electronic focus of
the image on the CRT using a
lookup table customized for that
unit
Minimized spot size and
maximized color saturation
Bright images and accurate
colors
Distortion-free images with
straight lines and round
circles
Consistent clarity and
sharpness over entire image
area
High-resolution, 7in. CRT
Precision CRT with proprietary
anti-reflection / anti-static
coating
8K resolution Variable resolution with up to :
8192 horizontal and 5460
vertical pixels (35mm camera);
8192 horizontal and 6370
vertical pixels (4 x 5 camera);
8192 horizontal and 6702
vertical pixels ( 6 x 7 camera)
36-bit color depth 24-bit images with precision of
36 bits per pixel
Consistent clarity and
sharpness
Clearly defined details and
text
Printing in 16.8 million
colors, from a palette of 68
billion colors
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Feature Description Benefit
LCD display on
front panel
20-character x two-line
interactive display provides
setup and status information
Flash memory 4-megabyte DRAM, 512-
kilobyte flash memory
Multiple film
formats
Software and hardware support
for 35mm, 4x5, 6x7 and 35mm
bulk camera backs; cameraspecific film tables for multiple
E6, C-41, and Polaroid instant
films are included
Film tables Custom film tables for over 50
different 35mm, 120/220, and
4x5 films
Self diagnostics Unit performs a self-diagnostics
routine at startup. Routine can
also be initiated via the keypad
or host computer, if necessary
Easy to learn operation and
immediate understanding of
current status for efficiency
and productivity
Fast, simple upgrading of
firmware and product
enhancements
Flexibility to handle
expanding or changing
imaging needs
Provide maximum flexibility
for wide variety of film while
maintaining color and
exposure accuracy
Helps isolate problems
quickly and without special
tools or software
CRT access door Access to internal CRT from
beneath recorder
No potentiometer
adjustments
Operating and
service history
stored in memory
Manual optimization
unnecessary
Total exposures, film type used
for each, service history
information recorded in
nonvolatile memory for
reference
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Allows easy cleaning of CRT
face
Fast, automated, accurate
calibration of individual units
Up-to-date operating and
service history available to
service technicians
8K Series ProPalette Repair Manual Description
System Specifications
CRT
Optics
Image precision
Image quality
Color depth
LCD Display/Controls
Hardware
requirements
High resolution 7" CRT with anti-reflection & anti-static coating
All models - custom 6-element glass lenses:
35mm - 43.53mm, f/6
4x5 - 101mm, f/6.7
6x7 - 74mm, f/5.5
Glass dichroic filters
Custom CRT face plate optics
Automatic exposure and color balance control
Geometry correction
Dynamic focus circuitry
Any resolution up to a maximum resolution of 8192 horizontal x 5460
vertical lines (35mm); 8192 horizontal x 6370 vertical lines (4 x 5); 8182
horizontal x 6702 vertical lines (6 x 7)
36 bits per pixel (12 bits per color)
16.8 million colors per image from of a 68 billion color palette
20 character by 2 line interactive LCD display, 4-button command keys
PC environment:
•
Pentium class 150 mHz or faster processor
•
32 MB of RAM (64 MB for Windows NT)
•
15 MB program and 30 MB swap disk space
•
Windows 95; Windows 98; or Windows NT
•
DOS required for firmware upgrade utility
•
Parallel port or SCSI adapter card required
Memory
Macintosh environment: (Non-Power PC)
•
Palette for Macintosh
•
68K based Macintosh computer
•
System 7.6 or higher
•
SCSI interface
Macintosh environment (Power PC)
•
RasterPlus for Macintosh
•
Mac OS 7.5 or later (excluding OS 8.0)
•
PowerPC class processor
•
40 MB of RAM
•
10 MB of program and 30 MB of hard drive space
Unix environment:
Supported through third party manufacturer
4 MB DRAM for printer memory, 512 KB flash memory for firmware and
camera optimization data storage
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System Specifications (continued)
Postscript
compatibility
Network printing
Hardware interface
Available Supported
Cameras (all factory
matched to film
recorder)
Power source
Power consumption
Environment
Dimensions
RasterPlus for Widows software provides Level II PostScript compatibility
RasterPlus for Macintosh software provides Level III PostScript
compatibility
Palette for Macintosh software does not provide Postscript support.
Supported via software drivers on Windows and Macintosh systems
Parallel and SCSI (adapter required for Windows systems)
35mm camera
4 x 5 inch camera
6 x 7 centimeter camera
Bulk film 35mm camera
90-240 Vac, 50-60 Hz
Under 45 watts
Temperature: 50 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit (18 to 38 degrees Centigrade)
Storage Temperature: -20 to 160 degrees F (-29 to 71 degrees C)
Relative Humidity: 5 to 90 % non-condensing
11" x 28" x 8.5", (28 x 71 x 21.6 cm)
Weight
Certifications
Warranty
34 lb. (15.4 kg) (with 35mm camera)
UL, FCC, TUV, C-UL, CE, C-TICK, and EN55022 certification
One year parts and labor
Extended warranties available
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2 Hardware Operating Information
For the convenience of repair technicians, information in this chapter is excerpted from
the Polaroid ProPalette Installation Quickstart and Quickreference instruction guides
provided to ProPalette purchasers.
Installation Quickstart
Unpack the Box
Make sure you have all the following components. Contact your dealer if any is missing
or damaged.
1
2
3
Figure 2-1. Unpacking
1. Film recorder (Figure 2-1)
2. Power cord
3. 35 mm camera back (mounted on film recorder) (Also, as applicable, 4x5
camera back and/or 6x7 camera back)
Also included but not shown in Figure 2-1 are a Quick Start, quick reference and
registration cards.
8K Series ProPalette software and connecting cables must be purchased and are in a
separate box. Model 8045 includes a 4x5 camera back; model 8067 includes a 6x7
camera back.
Position the Film Recorder
Place the film recorder at a convenient working height on a flat, vibration-free surface.
Make sure that all four rubber feet are in contact with the surface, and that the ventilation
holes are not obstructed. Position the film recorder away from any electro-magnetic fields
such as computer monitors or electric motors.
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Connect the Film Recorder
ProPalette film recorders have a parallel port (1 in Figure 2-2) for connection to a
Windows 95 or 98 computer, and a SCSI port (2 in Figure 2-2) for connection to either a
Macintosh computer or to a Windows 95, 98 or NT computer with a SCSI host adapter
installed. (The parallel connection cannot be used with Windows NT systems.) The
power cord connects at 4 in Figure 2-2, and item 3 is the reset button.
1
2
3
4
Figure 2-2. Rear panel of film recorder
The software kit for Windows systems includes a parallel cable, but you can connect your
system to the SCSI port if you have a SCSI host adapter installed and a SCSI connection
cable (not included).
If you install a SCSI host adapter, follow the instructions provided by the adapter
manufacturer. (Host adapters may not be available for some iMac computers.)
Parallel Connection (PC with Windows 95 or 98)
Note: The parallel port must be configured as ECP in the PC
BIOS.
1. Turn off the PC and the ProPalette (Figure 2-3).
Figure 2-3. Film recorder On/Off switch
2. Connect the power cable to the ProPalette (Figure 2-4) and plug the cable into
AC power.
Figure 2-4. Connecting to power
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3. Connect the parallel cable to the parallel port on the ProPalette and to the
parallel port on the computer.
Figure 2-5. Connecting cable to ProPalette parallel port
4. Turn on ProPalette and wait for it to complete initialization; (READY shows
on the display).
SCSI Connection (PC or Mac)
1. Turn off both your computer and the ProPalette.
Figure 2-6. Turn off ProPalette
2. Plug in a power cable to connect the ProPalette to power.
SCSI port
Figure 2-7. Connecting power cable and SCSI cable
3. Plug the 50-pin end of the SCSI cable into one of the SCSI ports on the rear
panel of the ProPalette and secure the connection.
4. Plug the 25-pin end of the SCSI cable into the SCSI port on your computer
and secure the connection.
5. Turn on ProPalette and wait for it to complete initialization (READY shows
on the display).
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Note: SCSI device chains must be terminated once at each end of
the chain. The host adapter terminates one end. You must
terminate the other end. The following figures show three
typical connections.
In Figure 2-8, ProPalette is the only SCSI device and must be terminated. This
example shows external termination using a separate terminator (not
included). The ProPalette may be terminated internally instead (see below).
Connect the SCSI terminator either between the SCSI cable and the ProPalette
or to the second SCSI connector on the ProPalette rear panel.
Figure 2-8. SCSI connection #1
In Figure 2-9, ProPalette is the last device in the SCSI chain and must be
terminated. Figure 2-9 shows external termination using a separate terminator
(not included).
Figure 2-9. SCSI connection #2
The ProPalette may be terminated internally instead. (See “Terminating the
ProPalette Internally” on page 28.) Connect the SCSI terminator either
between the SCSI cable and the ProPalette or to the second SCSI connector on
the ProPalette rear panel.
Note: Do not terminate ProPalette both internally and externally.
In Figure 2-10 ProPalette is in the middle of the SCSI chain and must not be
terminated.
Figure 2-10. SCSI conection #3
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Connection Tips
• When you connect or disconnect a SCSI device, make sure all SCSI devices have their
AC power switched OFF.
• Always make SCSI connections firmly, connecting the clips or tightening the screws
that secure cables and terminators. Most problems with SCSI devices are connection
problems along the SCSI chain.
• Some devices, such as the ProPalette, have two SCSI ports. The cable can be connected
to either port without affecting the performance of your equipment.
• Each device on a SCSI chain must have a unique SCSI ID number. These numbers are
described in the following section.
• Wherever a 50-to-50 pin cable is required, be sure to use a cable which meets the
SCSI-2 specification, such as an Apple cable.
• If you are using a PC, the ProPalette can be connected to two host computers at once;
one via the parallel connector and one via the SCSI connector. The recorder will image
in the order the signal is received.
Install the Software
1 Turn on your computer.
2 Insert the Polaroid Palette Software CD-ROM into the drive.
3 Follow the appropriate instructions for your platform:
Power MAC or Power PC Windows 95, 98, or NT
a Select Polaroid 8K Series
ProPalette Installer.
a Wait for the 8K Series ProPalette
program to start. If it does not start, select
Run from the Windows Start menu.
b Follow instructions on the screen.
b Click Browse and select
POLAROID.EXE on the CD-ROM, then
click OK.
c Follow instructions on the screen.
4 Remove the CD.
5 Configure the RasterPlus software for the appropriate platform as described in
the following sections.
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Configure RasterPlus for Macintosh
For Power Macintosh and PowerPC systems, use the following steps to configure
RasterPlus for Macintosh software:
1 On the first launch of RasterPlus for Macintosh, personalize RasterPlus by
filling in the fields on the personalization screen and clicking OK.
2 Select your film recorder model and click OK.
3 Enter your desktop printer model (not the film recorder) and click OK.
4 Click Interface on the film recorder menu (the menu name matches the film
recorder selected in step 2) to confirm communication with the film recorder.
5 Click Camera Options on the film recorder menu and select the appropriate
camera back and film type.
6 Click Application Preferences on the Edit menu and set preferences for
schedule, files, previews, output log, network and miscellaneous items.
Configure RasterPlus for Windows
For Windows 95, 98 or NT systems, configure RasterPlus95 with the following steps:
1 Start the PC and the RasterPlus software.
2 Add the print driver and set device properties as follows:
a In Graphx RasterPlus95, click Global Properties on the Tools menu.
b Click the Device Manager tab.
c Select your film recorder under Available Devices and click Install.
Note: Graphx RasterPlus95 drivers are based on the Microsoft/ Adobe
PostScript core driver (PSCRIPT.DRV). If you have not yet installed
any other PostScript printer on your system, the software may
prompt you to insert and/ or specify a path which points to your
Microsoft Windows 95 installation CD so that it can copy
Microsoft’s PostScript driver files to your hard disk
d Select your film recorder under Devices installed in Microsoft Windows and
click Connect.
e Select the printer port to which your printer is connected in the Select Printer
Connection dialog box and click OK.
f Click Properties.
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g On the Paper tab, select the appropriate page size.
For example, select PowerPoint if you are using the Microsoft PowerPoint
application, or select 35mm if you are using a 35mm camera back in another
application.
h Click the Device Options tab and select the appropriate film type from the
Change Setting for: Film Type list.
i Click the Graphics tab and select a resolution from the Resolution list.
j Click OK to save your properties settings.
k Click Close to close the Global Properties dialog box.
3 Select the queue properties as follows:
a Click Queue Properties on the Edit menu and click the Device tab if
necessary.
b Select the recorder you are using from the Device list.
c Select the port to which the film recorder is connected from the
Connection list (LPT or SCSI port).
d Click the Options button.
e Click the Info button in the [Device] Options dialog box.
4 Wait for film recorder information to appear on the screen, indicating that the
software is communicating with the ProPalette.
If an error message states that the recorder is not connected or is turned off,
the software cannot communicate with the ProPalette. If this happens, make
sure the ProPalette is properly connected (see “Connect the Film Recorder” on
page 23), turned on, and the correct port is selected on the Device tab of
Queue Properties.
Terminating the ProPalette Internally
1. Turn off the computer and all other SCSI devices.
2. Turn on the ProPalette and wait for it to complete initialization; (READY
shows on the display).
3. Press to display the Change Setup? menu on the message panel.
4. Press
until SCSI Terminated? appears.
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5. Press , then press or to highlight Yes (terminate) or No (turn off
termination).
6. Press
, then press twice.
7. Press the Reset button on the back of ProPalette.
Changing the ProPalette SCSI ID
Caution: If two devices on a SCSI chain have the same SCSI ID
number, neither will work correctly, and data may be
damaged when you turn on the devices.
The preset ProPalette SCSI ID is 4. If the SCSI ID of
any other device is 4, either change the SCSI ID of that
device (consult the device documentation) or of
ProPalette.
1. Turn off the computer and all other SCSI devices.
2. Turn on 8K Series ProPalette.
3. Press to display the Change Setup? menu on the message panel.
4. Press until SCSI ID? appears, then press to display the current SCSI ID
number.
5. Press to select an unused SCSI ID number.
Note: The SCSI host adapter is usually ID 0, and most internal
SCSI hard drives are ID 1. An internal SCSI CD-ROM
drive may be ID 3.
6. Press , then press twice.
7. Press the Reset button on the back of 8K Series ProPalette.
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Controls, Indicators and Connectors
Front (Without Camera)
The following controls, indicators and connectors on the front of the 8K Series ProPalette
unit are shown in Figure 2-11:
a. Message panel
b. Keypad
c. Camera connector
d. Attachment holes for optional camera backs
e. Camera locking lever
f. 35mm Camera positioning holes
g. Power OFF/ON (0/1) switch (beneath door)
h. Lens cap holder and lens cap
i. Front cover
Figure 2-11. Front controls, indicators, features
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