E HARDWARE MANUAL 9222-2888-11 AV-A207
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product. WARNING • Use only within the voltage range specified on the unit. Inappropriate current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. • Use only the specified AC adapter (Delta Electronics ADP-20LB REV:B) within the voltage range indicated on the adapter unit. An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. • Do not disassemble this product.
• Do not use if the cord is damaged. • Do not connect the ground to a gas pipe, telephone ground, or water pipe. Improper grounding can result in injury from electric shock. • Do not cover the AC adapter. A fire may result. • Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter; this can hinder the unplugging of the unit in emergencies. • Unplug the product when cleaning or when the unit is not in use for long periods. • Periodically check that the power cord is not damaged and the plug is clean.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for purchasing this Minolta product. Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new scanner. This manual contains information regarding products introduced before September, 2002. To obtain compatibility information for products released after this date, contact a Minolta service facility listed on the back cover of this manual. This product is designed to work with accessories manufactured and distributed by Minolta.
TABLE OF CONTENTS This manual contains information specific to this model scanner. This includes hardware setup and use as well as notes about software operation for this model scanner. See the supplied DiMAGE Scan Utility software manual for information on the installation and operation of the scanner software. System requirements ........................................................................................6 Names of parts ......................................................................
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS The computer and the operating system must be guarantied by the manufacturer to support IEEE 1394 (FireWire), or USB interface. To use the scanner, your computer system must meet the following requirements: Pentium 166 Mhz or later processor. Pentium III processor is recommended when scanning with 16-bit color depth. For memory requirements for Digital ICE3, see page 15. Operation is not guarantied for custom or home built computers.
NAMES OF PARTS 35 mm film-holder mark Front door Eject button Indicator lamp APS adapter mark DC terminal Power switch USB port IEEE 1394 port The unused port should be covered with its protective cap. When the scanner is stored, the cables should be removed and the caps replaced in the ports.
SCANNER SETUP Before connecting the scanner to a computer Before connecting the scanner to a computer, the DiMAGE Scan Utility must first be installed. Read the software instruction manual for the installation procedure. The scanner should be placed on a level surface free from vibrations. It should be located away from direct sunlight and in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area. The computer and all peripheral devices must be off before connecting the scanner.
Connecting the IEEE 1394 (FireWire) cable Remove the protective cap from the IEEE 1394 port. Securely plug the cable into the scanner’s and computer’s IEEE 1394 port. Either end of the cable can be connected to the IEEE 1394 port on the scanner or computer. The scanner should be connected directly to the computer. Attaching the scanner to an IEEE hub may prevent proper operation. Connecting the AC adapter Connect the power cable to the AC adapter unit (1).
LOADING THE FILM HOLDERS Handling film To achieve the best possible reproduction from the scanner, the film and film holder should be free from dust and dirt. Always work with processed film in a clean, dust-free environment. Handle film by the edges or mount to prevent fingerprints and dirt marring the image area. Special lint free gloves are available from photographic equipment retailers for film handling as well as antistatic cloths, brushes, and blowers for removing dust.
Loading mounted slides Up to four mounted 35mm or APS slides can be inserted into the slide mount holder. The slide mounts must be between 1 mm and 2 mm thick to fit the holder. Glass mounts cannot be used; the glass refracts the light resulting in distorted and unevenly illuminated scans. Hold the slide mount holder so that the slots are to the top and the frame numbers are upside-down and face up. Insert the slides into the holder emulsion side down.
LOADING THE FILM HOLDERS Using the APS Adapter AD-10 (sold separately) APS (Advanced Photo System) cassette film can be scanned using the APS Adapter AD-10. The cassette must contain processed film; the square number 4 mark at the end of the cassette should be highlighted in white. Do not load unprocessed film. 1 2 Scanner contacts (Keep clean) To load an APS cassette, slide the film-chamber release (1) toward the top of the adapter unit until the chamber door opens (2).
Film format and type settings When scanning, the film type and format must be selected in the main window of the DiMAGE Scan Utility. This scanner does not use glass holders and so the holder-type drop-down menu is deselected. See scanner setup in the basic-scanning section of the software manual. Two film formats can be selected with this scanner: 35 mm and APS. The APS option is for use with cassette film with the optional APS adapter AD-10.
SCANNER NOTES Adobe Photoshop Elements Take time to register your copy of Photoshop Elements with Adobe. You can register online, by fax, or by mail. The software can be registered online during installation by following the instructions on the installer screens. To register by fax or mail, read the instructions in the registration folder located in the technical-information folder on the Adobe Photoshop Elements CD-ROM.
Digital ICE3 system requirements Digital ICE3 is a collection of powerful image-processing tools. To make use of the Digital ROC and Gem functions, the following system requirements must be met. These requirements are based on 35mm film scans.
SCANNER NOTES Scanner color profiles When the DiMAGE Scan Utility is installed, the scanner profiles listed below are automatically installed in the color folder in Windows, and in the ColorSync profile folder in Macintosh. These profiles have been included for advanced color matching with profile-to-profile conversions in sophisticated image-processing or DTP applications. When using these profiles, the color reproduced may not be the same as the color matching system in the utility software. MLTAF2920.
Disconnecting the IEEE cable with Windows ME To disconnect the scanner, quit the DiMAGE Scan Utility. Left click on the unplug-oreject-hardware icon located on the task bar. A small window will open indicating the device to be stopped. Click on the small window to stop the device. The safe-to-removehardware window will open. Click OK. Turn the scanner off and then disconnect the cable.
JOB FILE LISTS Jobs can be used to make scan settings based on the final use of the image. See making-thefinal-scan section in the DiMAGE Scan Utility manual.
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TROUBLESHOOTING This section covers minor problems with scanner operation. For major problems or damage, or if a problem continues to reoccur frequently, contact your dealer or a Minolta service facility. SYMPTOM or MESSAGE SOLUTION When starting up the utility software, Error=4 – could-not-confirm-scanner-connection message appears. Confirm the cable is securely connected between the computer and scanner. Turn the scanner off and on. Click OK to continue.
Checking software installation – Windows If the scanner was connected to the computer before the DiMAGE Scan Utility was installed, the computer may not recognize the scanner unit. Windows 2000 Professional, and XP users should log on with the administrator privilege. With Windows 2000 Professional and XP, the “Digital signatures not found” message may appear when the computer first detects the scanner. The additional message “Installing hardware...
TROUBLESHOOTING Technical support Please contact your dealer for information regarding installation, USB or IEEE 1394 interface recommendations, or application compatibility. If your dealer is unable to help you, contact an authorized Minolta service facility. Please have the following information ready when calling Minolta technical support: 1. 2. 3. 4. The name and model of your computer. The available application RAM. Other connected IEEE 1394 or USB devices. DiMAGE Scan Utility version number.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Scan type: Film type: Film formats: Scanning dimensions: Optical input resolution: Image sensor: A/D conversion: Color depth: Dynamic range: Light source: Focusing: Other: Interface: Power consumption: Dimensions (W x H x D): Weight (approx.): Operating environment: Storage environment: Scan times (approx.): Moving film, fixed sensor, single-pass scan Negative and positive, color and monochrome Mounted and unmounted 35mm film. Mounted APS film.
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