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CONTENTS Welcome to the ScanMate F10 Product description ......................................................................v Finding the information you need ..............................................v 1 • Specifications Technical specifications................................................................1•1 Environmental specifications ......................................................1•3 Dimensions....................................................................................
Contents Tips for using “Autofocus” and “Focus Elevation” ..........4•4 5 • Handling originals and mounting plates The mounting plate ......................................................................5•1 Using the mounting plate ..................................................5•1 Mounting originals directly on the mounting plate ........5•2 Using the registration pins ................................................5•3 Cleaning the mounting plate ............................................
Contents Scanning light does not come on ................................................7•3 Light table does not light up ........................................................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 ............................................................
WELCOME TO THE SCANMATE F10 Product description The ScanMate F10 is a fast single-pass A3 flatbed scanner with a vertically aligned optical system. It is designed to extract digital RGB color from transmission and reflection originals, including both positives and negatives, using the supplied scanning and separation program, ColorQuartet. Black and white originals can be scanned as gray scale or line art. Screened films can be rescanned using the optional ScanDot software add-on for ColorQuartet.
Specifications 1•0 ScanMate F10 • Operator’s Manual
SPECIFICATIONS Technical specifications Originals Transmission and reflection originals in positive or negative, color, gray scale or line art, with or without existing screen. Scanning technology CCD flatbed with zoom lens and “XYZ” technology. Scanning area Transparencies: Reflectives: Dot copying: 305 x 420 mm (12" x 16.5"). 305 x 432 mm (12" x 17"). 305 x 440 mm (12" x 17.3") incl. a 4-mm border for registration marks. Maximum original size Transparencies: 305 x 420 mm (12" x 16.5").
Specifications Color resolution 16 bits per channel. Focus Automatic or user-adjustable via software. Light source Fluorescent lamp. Light table Built-in 5000K light table for inspecting originals while in scanner. Data platform Power Macintosh or IBM-compatible PC with Windows 95, Windows 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.
Specifications Fuse T-4A high breaking capacity. Weight 55 kg (121 lbs). Standard accessories supplied • Universal mounting plate for transmissive and reflective originals and dot copying. • Interchangeable registration pins for the Bacher Control 2000, Stoesser, Montaloch and Beil systems. Customized registration systems are also possible. • Set of seven different PVC templates for mounting standard-format transparencies.
Specifications Air quality The scanner should be 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.
INSTALLATION Computer requirements The ScanMate F10 is controlled from a computer. This must be either: a PowerMacintosh with System 7 or higher and at least 16 MB of RAM for the scanner. or: a 486 or Pentium PC with an Adaptec 1542B SCSI Controller or compatible and with at least 16 MB of RAM for the scanner. Also required are: • One SCSI terminator. • One free, grounded (earthed) AC wall outlet. • Macintosh: One 25 pin/50 pin SCSI cable if the scanner is the only SCSI unit.
Installation Unpacking the scanner The scanner must be carefully unpacked and readied for use as explained in the ScanMate F10 Installation and Repacking Instructions. CAUTION: The shipping container and other packing materials must be saved for possible future use. Please note that if the scanner at any future time needs to be shipped, it must be properly secured and packed as described in the instructions. Otherwise, the warranty will be invalidated.
Installation volved. Otherwise damage may be caused to the scanner or other SCSI units. • When starting up, always turn on the SCSI units (including the scanner) first and the computer last. SINGLE-UNIT SCSI CONNECTION The scanner is delivered with a 50-pin/50-pin SCSI cable. This is the type of cable needed for a PC installation or for a Macintosh installation with more than one SCSI unit.
Installation 1 • Find a free SCSI address for the scanner by checking which addresses are already in use. This may be done by physically checking the units or by using a computer utility program that scans the system for SCSI units. 2 • Turn off all the equipment. 3 • Set the scanner to the desired SCSI address. • When the scanner leaves the factory, the SCSI ID is set at 4. If you want to change it, please use only the addresses from 1-6.
Installation 4 • Use the supplied SCSI cable to connect the scanner to one of the other SCSI units, so that all the units form a chain with the computer at one end. 5 • Place the terminator in the free SCSI socket of the last unit in the chain. 6 • Connect the scanner to the wall outlet. 7 • Turn on the SCSI units, including the scanner, and turn on the computer.
GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES Monitor set-up The monitor used with the scanner should be properly set up and calibrated. This will ensure that the image on the screen is displayed as accurately as possible within the characteristics of the particular monitor. To obtain the best possible viewing conditions for judging images on the screen, do not place the monitor where daylight coming from a window will fall directly onto the screen.
General operating procedures two different dimensions) are supplied with the scanner. By placing the pins in the holes along the front of the scanner tray as shown in the diagram below, you can quickly adapt the scanner to any of the above mentioned systems. S1 Ba M Large pin for Bacher Control 2000 and Stoesser systems. Small pin for Montaloch and Beil systems. Top ø 6.35 mm Bottom ø 3 mm Top ø 5 mm Bottom ø 2.5 mm S2 Be S1 S2 Ba Be M S2 Ba S1 M Be Ba = Bacher Control 2000 (2 x 196.
SCANNER CALIBRATION AND FOCUS ADJUSTMENT Why is white point calibration necessary? The output of the scanner’s light source changes slightly over time as the light source ages. If compensation is not made for this physical characteristic, the color balance of your scans will begin to drift. The ScanMate F10 automatically performs white point calibration before each scan.
Scanner calibration and focus adjustment condition. If it becomes scratched or damaged, the calibration results will be incorrect. Keep the target in the envelope provided and store it in a safe place. If necessary, a new target can be purchased from your authorized ScanView dealer. Performing geometric calibration 1 • Using the registration pins for the Bacher Control 2000 system, place the XY Calibration Target (PN 960-13-002-60) on the mounting plate.
Scanner calibration and focus adjustment Performing a focus calibration 1 • Using the registration pins for the Bacher Control 2000 system, place the Adjustment, Calibration & Test Target (PN 960-13-002-50) on the mounting plate. 2 • Start up ColorQuartet, check that the preview type is set at “Transmission,” and make a preview scan of the entire scan area. 3 • When the preview appears on screen, crop a small area (ca. 2 x 2 cm or 1" x 1") in the part of the focus target with the parallel lines.
Scanner calibration and focus adjustment FOCUS ELEVATION The Focus Elevation function manually moves the focus point towards or away from the mounting plate. This function can be used to optically defocus an image. ACCESSING “AUTOFOCUS” AND “FOCUS ELEVATION” The Autofocus and Focus Elevation functions are accessed by clicking on the Focus & Aperture button in ColorQuartet’s Preview Setup window or by opening the Focus section at the bottom of the Scan Setup window.
Scanner calibration and focus adjustment the results and save them for future reference. To obtain the best results with optical defocusing, apply it during preview scanning, rather than waiting until the final scan. The reason for this is that the highlight and shadow measurements, which are based on the preview scan, are affected by the focus. If you do use defocusing during preview scanning, remember to reset the Focus Elevation to 0 afterwards.
HANDLING ORIGINALS AND MOUNTING PLATES The mounting plate The removable mounting plate is used for both transmission and reflection originals. It consists of two glass plates hinged together: a base plate and a removable top plate. The base plate can be used for mounting both transmission and reflection originals. It fits precisely into the scanner tray, ensuring correct registration. The top plate is intended for mounting reflectives.
Handling originals and mounting plates • To remove the mounting plate from the scanner, use its two side handles. • To remove the top plate only, raise it to vertical position and carefully lift it out of the rear hinges. MOUNTING ORIGINALS DIRECTLY ON THE MOUNTING PLATE NOTE: For mounting transparencies, we recommend that you use templates (see below). Originals can be mounted on the mounting plate while the plate is in the scanner.
Handling originals and mounting plates Place reflection originals face down on the base plate with the top edge towards the left-hand side of the scanner. • If you want to be able to view the originals after doing the preview scan, mount them on the inside surface of the top plate so they face down when the top plate is closed. This is easiest to do with the optional EasyMount mounting table (see below).
Handling originals and mounting plates Standard templates Whenever possible, we recommend using templates for mounting transmission originals. Besides making batch scanning more efficient and ensuring proper alignment of all originals, using the templates minimizes the use of tape directly on the mounting plate, prolonging the life of the plate. A set of several different templates is supplied with the scanner. Additional templates in any of the formats are available from your ScanView dealer.
Handling originals and mounting plates MOUNTING A TEMPLATE IN THE SCANNER ScanView templates are designed to be used with the Bacher Control 2000 registration system, so start by checking that the proper registration pins have been mounted (see “Registration Pins” under “General Operating Procedures”). Place the template face up on the mounting plate, with the coded end of the template towards the left-hand side of the scanner.
Handling originals and mounting plates DustFree magnetic templates make it possible to mount images in the scanner without using glass plates or tape. Optional DustFree magnetic templates ScanView’s optional DustFree magnetic template system can be used to mount transparencies in the scanner without any glass plates and without using any tape.
Handling originals and mounting plates minutes longer than usual. The extra time is used to bring the reflection lamps up to optimum scanning temperature, thus ensuring a consistent high scanning quality. Because of this feature, it is an advantage to group reflection scans together whenever possible in the production flow.
Handling originals and mounting plates magnetic templates, which hold transparencies in place without any glass. Other things that will help include the following: • Install the scanner in a clean environment, preferably in a room without carpets and where smoking is not permitted. • Clean all the surfaces of the mounting plate before scanning, using only nonabrasive, non-caustic cleaning agents that will not leave a residue.
Handling originals and mounting plates The optional EasyMount mounting table The external EasyMount mounting table is available from your ScanView dealer as an accessory. It is intended to be placed on an external light table, and provides a frame into which the mounting plate 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.
MAINTENANCE Replacing the fuse The fuse is located in a holder in the power socket assembly at the back of the scanner. To change the fuse: 1 • Switch off the scanner and unplug the power cable. 2 • Using your fingernail or a screwdriver, pull open the fuse holder and flip it outwards. Fuse holder 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.
Maintenance Replacing the lamps REPLACING THE VIEWING LAMPS AND REFLECTION LAMPS The viewing lamps and reflection lamps are located below the scanner bed. These lamps rarely need to be replaced, and if they do, replacement should be carried out by an authorized ScanView support technician. Please call your local ScanView dealer for service. REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION LAMP The transmission lamp is a thin fluorescent tube located in the lid of the scanner.
Maintenance Use 2.5-mm Allen key to loosen four screws in shield Lamp shield Lamp/reflector unit Squeeze gently to release from scanner lid 5 • To mount the new lamp/reflector unit, place the top fitting in the holder in the scanner lid and, gently squeezing both ends of the reflector so the four holes can engage the four small pins in the scanner lid, press the bottom fitting into the bottom holder. CAUTION: Make sure that all four pins have clicked into the four holes.
Maintenance Checking the alignment of the transmission lamp The transmission lamp assembly may move very slightly out of alignment during transportation. This may occasionally also happen if the transmission lamp has been replaced. If the lamp is out of alignment, digital noise and/or color cast may occur in low-resolution scans, including preview scans. To check the alignment of the lamp assembly, follow the procedure below.
Maintenance Adjusting the alignment of the transmission lamp 1 • If the self-test shows that the transmission lamp is not properly aligned, insert the special plastic-covered screwdriver (supplied with the scanner) in the space between the scanner lid and the lamp shield to move the lamp assembly very slightly (ca.
Maintenance Replacing the air filters The filter elements must be changed once a year. Change them more often if a visual check shows that dust and dirt accumulate faster. 1 • Switch the scanner off. 2 • Remove the black plastic covers over the two filters that are located at the back of the scanner. Just pull off 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.
Maintenance Downloading firmware From time to time, the firmware of your scanner may need to be updated. Firmware is software that is located in the scanner itself and is not directly accessible to the user. Use this procedure only if you are advised 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING Computer refuses to start Check that the SCSI terminator is placed correctly. If it is not: 1 • Turn off the computer. 2 • Turn off the scanner and any other SCSI units. 3 • If the ScanMate F10 is the only SCSI unit, insert the terminator in the free socket of the scanner. If there is a chain of SCSI units, terminate the last unit of the chain. 4 • Turn on the scanner and any other SCSI units. 5 • Turn on the computer.
Troubleshooting Hard disk not accessible If the computer starts up, but the hard disk is not accessible, it may be because the SCSI terminator is not placed correctly. Follow the procedures described above under “Computer refuses to start.” Screen freezes If the computer works for a short period and then “dies,” it may be because the SCSI terminator is not placed correctly. Follow the procedures described above under “Computer refuses to start.
Troubleshooting Scanner freezes when asked to do a reflection scan The first reflection scan you make after turning on the scanner—or after doing transmission scans—will take about three minutes longer than usual. This may make it seem as if the scanner were “frozen,” but it is actually normal procedure. The extra time is used to bring the reflection lamps up to optimum scanning temperature in order to ensure consistent, high quality scans.
Troubleshooting Scanner cannot be white-point calibrated If the scanner cannot be white-point calibrated: • Check that the white calibration strip on the underside of the mounting plate is clean. • Check that the lid of the scanner is properly closed. If there still is a problem, it may be because the intensity of the transmission lamp or reflection lamps is deteriorating. • To replace the transmission lamp, proceed as described in the “Maintenance” chapter of this manual.
Troubleshooting “ERROR” lamp is constantly lit • If you are trying to do a transmission scan, check that the scanner lid is properly closed. • If this does not help or is not relevant, please call your local ScanView dealer for technical support. “ERROR” lamp flashes • To check that the scanner tray safety switch has not been activated, hold onto both ends of the scanner tray and move it slightly to the left or right until it clicks into place.
