Scan View SCANMATE F10, User Manual

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Page 2: ...nmark U S A Tel 45 44 53 61 00 Tel 1 650 378 6360 Fax 45 44 53 61 08 Fax 1 650 378 6368 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment is supplied with ...

Page 3: ...ultiple unit SCSI connection 2 3 SCSI connection troubleshooting 2 5 Calibrating the scanner 2 5 3 General operating procedures Monitor set up 3 1 Conditions for viewing originals and prints 3 1 Registration pins 3 1 Calibration 3 2 4 Scanner calibration and focus adjustment Why is white point calibration necessary 4 1 Performing a white point calibration 4 1 When is geometric calibration necessar...

Page 4: ...ings in transmission scans 5 7 Avoiding dust 5 7 The built in LightView light table 5 8 The optional EasyMount mounting table 5 9 6 Maintenance Replacing the fuse 6 1 Replacing the lamps 6 2 Replacing the viewing lamps and reflection lamps 6 2 Replacing the transmission lamp 6 2 Checking the alignment of the transmission lamp 6 4 Adjusting the alignment of the transmission lamp 6 5 Replacing the a...

Page 5: ... 7 3 Scanner cannot be white point calibrated 7 4 Scanner cannot be focus calibrated 7 4 ERROR lamp is constantly lit 7 5 ERROR lamp flashes 7 5 READY lamp does not light up 7 5 Vertical stripes appear in scanned images 7 5 Contents ScanMate F10 Operator s Manual iii ...

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Page 7: ...enefit from your scanner we strongly recommend that you read this manual as well as the on screen ColorQuartet User Manual the ColorQuartet Dialogue Guide Feature Guide and Installation and Start Up Guide The scanner manual includes information on general operating condi tions calibration how to mount and scan images as well as the product specifications installation requirements maintenance proce...

Page 8: ...Specifications 1 0 ScanMate F10 Operator s Manual ...

Page 9: ...m border for registration marks Maximum original size Transparencies 305 x 420 mm 12 x 16 5 Reflectives 320 x 455 mm 12 6 x 17 9 Dot copying 320 x 455 mm 12 6 x 17 9 Speed Single pass scanning Up to 600 000 pixels per second High speed mode for line art Scan resolution Optical up to 5400 dpi Interpolated up to 13 000 dpi Maximum optical resolution for entire scanning area 2500 dpi Oversampling pos...

Page 10: ...ws 98 or Windows NT 3 5 1 or higher Interface Standard SCSI to Macintosh or PC Driver software ColorQuartet for Macintosh and PC including MouseFree module for fully automatic scanning Output formats TIFF RGB CMYK Lab RGB 16 bit Gray scale Gray scale 16 bit Line art EPS RGB CMYK Gray scale Line art PostScript DCS CMYK JPEG RGB CMYK Gray scale Targa Scitex CT Power consumption 250 W Power supply 50...

Page 11: ...at transparencies ColorQuartet software for scanning and color separation inlcuding ColorQuartet MouseFree Optional accessories available ScanDot software module for rescanning screened films Additional standard mounting plates and PVC templates DustFree magnetic template system for glass free mounting EasyMount external mounting table Environmental specifications Operating temperature Permissible...

Page 12: ... operated in a smoke free environment Smoking creates nicotine residues that will adversely affect scanner performance Dimensions Width 1046 mm 41 2 Height 980 mm 38 6 Depth 630 mm 24 8 Specifications 1 4 ScanMate F10 Operator s Manual ...

Page 13: ...ass storage device Additional RAM for greater speed in editing images A 24 bit color monitor and graphics card For the correct installation of your computer please refer to its own documentation Environmental requirements To ensure the best quality scans the scanner should be operated in an environment free of dust dirt and tobacco smoke Placing it in an environ ment where smoking is permitted wil...

Page 14: ...personal safety and to avoid damage to the scanner never connect the scanner to the mains without a protective ground WARNING The ScanMate F10 is provided with a fuse in the phase only not in the neutral If the scanner is connected to a power system that uses phase to phase connection to achieve one of the specified voltages make sure the connection is done in accordance with national and local re...

Page 15: ...e of the two SCSI sockets on the scanner Plug the other end of the SCSI cable into the computer where the socket will usually be marked with a SCSI symbol 3 Plug a SCSI terminator into the free socket of the scanner 4 Connect the scanner to the wall outlet 5 Turn on the scanner 6 Turn on the computer MULTIPLE UNIT SCSI CONNECTION Each SCSI unit in a system must be assigned a unique address between...

Page 16: ...e it please use only the ad dresses from 1 6 Address number 7 is for setting the CCD platform and lens platform in the transportation position Addresses 0 8 and 9 are for service purposes only and should not be used To change the address press the push switch above or below the SCSI address window on the back of the scanner until the desired number appears in the window Installation 2 4 ScanMate F...

Page 17: ...ust not be given the same SCSI address The total length of the SCSI cables should be kept as short as possible As a guide the maximum length should be approximately 1 5 meters 5 feet A terminator must be placed on the last SCSI unit in the chain This is especially important with a Macintosh Quadra or Power Mac Some SCSI units have a built in terminator Such a unit must be placed last in the SCSI c...

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Page 19: ...iewing originals and prints Originals proofs and printed copies of images should be judged under con trolled lighting conditions To avoid the problems that can arise when an image is viewed under different lighting conditions in different places special viewing booths are used Viewing booths usually have 5000K lighting which is the accepted stan dard for viewing graphic images and a neutral gray b...

Page 20: ...and each morning before starting work Geometric calibration and focus calibration are rarely necessary but should be done at the time of installation and can be repeated later if necessary For instructions on all three types of calibration please see Scanner Calibration and Focus Adjustment General operating procedures 3 2 ScanMate F10 Operator s Manual Large pin for Bacher Control 2000 and Stoess...

Page 21: ...urce and makes the pre scan white point calibrations go faster Performing a white point calibration 1 Remove all images and other objects from the mounting plate 2 In ColorQuartet choose Calibrate White from the Calibration menu White point calibration will automatically be carried out for both transmission and reflection and a message will appear to tell you whether it was successfully completed ...

Page 22: ...hether it was successfully completed 3 Click on OK to confirm When is focus calibration necessary Focus calibration is rarely necessary for the ScanMate F10 but it should be carried out at the time of installation A special Adjustment Calibration Test Target PN 960 13 002 50 is supplied with the scanner Keep it in a safe place after initial calibration in case it is needed later The ScanMate F10 h...

Page 23: ...hether it was successful 5 Click on OK to confirm Autofocus and Focus Elevation AUTOFOCUS Although the ScanMate F10 has a very high depth of field ColorQuartet includes an Autofocus function that lets you achieve perfect focus for each individual scan Autofocus may be particularly useful in connection with the optional DustFree magnetic templates Scanning will take a little longer when Autofocus i...

Page 24: ...nt to produce images with optimal sharpness Different types of originals in the same preview scan If you are scanning some transparencies emulsion side up and others emulsion side down or if you are scanning reflection originals of varying thickness use the Auto focus function to ensure optimum sharpness for each image Rescreening The best way to blur existing halftone dots in a printed original i...

Page 25: ... a focus point However in some cases you may want or need to choose the focus point manually for example if the original is not equally thick all over or if there is dust between the original and the mounting plate Use the following procedure 1 Macintosh Choose Focus from the menu at the bottom of the feedback window PC Click with the right hand mouse button anywhere in the feedback window and cho...

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Page 27: ...ter preview scanning without losing registration IMPORTANT The mounting plate has a thin white strip at the left side that is used for white point calibration Originals should not extend past the right hand edge of this strip USING THE MOUNTING PLATE Make sure the mounting plate is placed in the scanner tray with the handle of the top plate facing towards the front of the scanner For scanning tran...

Page 28: ...ad up on the computer screen if they are mounted with their top edge towards the left hand side of the scanner 1 Check that both the top plate and base plate are clean and dry Be particularly sure that the glass under the white calibration strip is kept clean 2 Place transmission originals on the base plate with the emulsion side down and the top edge facing towards the left hand side of the scann...

Page 29: ...ee Registration Pins under General Operaing Procedures for more information CLEANING THE MOUNTING PLATE Scratches and dust are read as information by the scanner It is therefore important to keep all surfaces of the mounting plate clean Cleaning must be done with care to avoid damaging the glass or the anti reflection coating For cleaning remove the mounting plate from the scanner 1 Carefully remo...

Page 30: ...so that the tape can adhere properly If the number of originals to be mounted is less than the number of cut outs in the template mount the originals in the number sequence marked on the template Note that the highest scan resolution is obtained in the center part of the scanner bed Place the originals with the emulsion side down and the top edge towards the coded end of the template Using a good ...

Page 31: ... productivity ScanFlow and MouseFree functions Numbering the templates allows ColorQuartet to recognize each tem plate This lets you prepare a batch of scans at one time and then scan it later ColorQuartet retrieves all the scan setup data from memory The right hand line of circles functions as a code for the template type so the scanner knows which template format is being used The left hand line...

Page 32: ...l as much of the risk of dust and dirt For more information please contact your authorized ScanView dealer Scanning color negatives When scanning 35 mm color negatives cover the sprocket holes in the film with red repro tape or any other opaque or dark colored tape to avoid stray light that may affect the quality of the scan Scanning reflective originals Please note that the first reflection previ...

Page 33: ...plate If you encounter problems with Newton rings in spite of this consider the following suggestions Check that the glass cleaner used for the mounting plate is not leaving residues If it is try a different type or brand of cleaner 35 mm transparencies can be scanned without removing them from their frames At scan resolutions under 1800 dpi the scanner s depth of field will be sufficient At highe...

Page 34: ...ing plate Clean transparencies with a soft brush and or forced air A compressed air aggregate with ion neutralization is ideal Glass cleaner can also be used to clean transparencies The built in LightView light table The ScanMate F10 has a built in 5000K light table that lets you view originals while you are working with the preview scan without losing registration To view a transmission original ...

Page 35: ...ate can be placed When the top plate of the mounting plate is opened up the base plate and top plate can be mounted flat on the EasyMount The EasyMount has coordi nates and an indication of the available scan resolutions for various parts of the scanner bed These can be seen through the mounting plate and can be used as reference points for mounting originals Handling originals and mounting plates...

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Page 37: ...le 2 Using your fingernail or a screwdriver pull open the fuse holder and flip it outwards 3 Replace the fuse with a new fuse of the same type and rating T 4A high breaking capacity CAUTION Use only the specified type of fuse 4 Flip up the fuse holder and push it in until it locks in place 5 Reconnect the power cable MAINTENANCE ScanMate F10 Operator s Manual 6 1 Fuse holder ...

Page 38: ...e 2 Lift the lid of the scanner Insert the 2 5 mm Allen key supplied with the replacement lamp kit through the small holes in the lamp shield to fully loosen the four Allen screws that hold the shield in place The screws have lock washers on the underside so they will not fall out when loosened To avoid losing any of the washers however loosen all the screws partially before loosening any one scre...

Page 39: ...r holes CAUTION Do not touch the inner surface of the reflector 6 Place the outer shield in position and retighten the four Allen screws The end of the shield with the extensions is the one that goes toward the front edge of the scanner lid 7 Plug in the scanner and turn it on 8 Check and if necessary realign the lamp assembly as described below Maintenance ScanMate F10 Operator s Manual 6 3 Lamp ...

Page 40: ...check that you are running ColorQuartet V4 2 1 or higher Otherwise you may damage the scanner 1 Make CQscan the foregrounded program and choose Self test from the File menu A dialogue will appear reminding you to remove the mounting plate and close the lid 2 Click on the Test button to start the alignment test The test will take about a minute after which the program will report the result If Test...

Page 41: ... apply screwdriver at position 2 front end to the left apply screwdriver at position 3 rear end to the left apply screwdriver at position 4 CAUTION Use the screwdriver as a lever Do not twist it 2 After making the adjustment click on Continue to repeat the alignment test 3 If correct alignment cannot be achieved after several tries please contact your ScanView dealer for assistance Maintenance Sca...

Page 42: ...f the covers no tools are required 3 Remove the filter elements from both filters 4 Mount new filter elements and push the filter covers back into place Preparing the scanner for shipping If for any reason you want to ship your scanner it must be packed in its original shipping container and packing materials with its transportation locks fitted Otherwise the warranty will not be valid For a detai...

Page 43: ...ised to do so by a ScanView support technician 1 Start up the CQscan module of ColorQuartet or make it the foregrounded program 2 Choose Download Firmware from the File menu The New firmware window will appear 3 Click on Update A standard file browser window will appear 4 Find and open the relevant firmware file Your ScanView support technician will tell you where the file is located Maintenance S...

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Page 45: ... the terminator is placed correctly check the SCSI address switch on the scanner and check that all the attached SCSI units have been given different addresses If not 1 Turn off the computer 2 Turn off the scanner and any other SCSI units 3 Check the manuals of the various units to find out how to set the SCSI addresses The procedure for the ScanMate F10 is described in this manual under Cable con...

Page 46: ...ically stops the movement of the scanner tray if the operator s fingers or any other object accidentally becomes trapped behind the tray When the switch has been activated the scanner tray cannot operate again until the switch has been reset If the switch is activated the ERROR lamp will flash To reset the switch 1 Turn on the scanner 2 Hold onto the two ends of the scanner tray and move the tray ...

Page 47: ...ight does not come on If the scanner tray moves normally but no transmission and or reflection light appears the relevant lamp or lamps need to be replaced If there is no light when scanning transmission originals replace the transmission lamp as described in the Maintenance chapter of this manual If there is no light when scanning reflection originals one or both of the reflection lamps needs to ...

Page 48: ...ot be focus calibrated If the scanner cannot be focus calibrated Check that the mounting plate is clean Check that the correct calibration target is being used and that it is clean Check that the calibration target is placed correctly on the mounting plate so that the lines on the target are at right angles to the slit in the scanner bed Check that the lid of the scanner is properly closed If ther...

Page 49: ...r end of the scanner s front panel and watching to see that the scanner tray moves If the ERROR lamp flashes even though the safety switch has been reset contact your local ScanView dealer for technical support READY lamp does not light up Check that the SCSI cable power cord and terminator are correctly connected If the lamp still does not light up contact your local ScanView dealer for technical...

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