Microtek ArtixScan 1800f Installation and Operation Manual
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Contents Introduction 1 System Requirements ........................................................................ 1 Environmental Requirements ............................................................ 2 Unpacking the Scanner Taking a Closer Look .......................................................................... Unlocking the Scanner ....................................................................... Shipping the Scanner ..................................................................
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Introduction The ArtixScan 1800f is a single-pass, dual interface (FireWire and USB 2.0), 48-bit, high-resolution scanner with two scanning beds — the upper bed for scanning reflective materials such as photos and prints, and the lower bed for scanning transparent media such as film, slides, and filmstrips. The ArtixScan 1800f is specifically designed for graphic arts and imaging professionals.
Environmental Requirements Before unpacking your scanner, make sure that the location where the scanner will be installed is large enough to allow for easy operation. • Make sure that the operating environment for the scanner is free of dust and other contaminants. • Allow adequate ventilation space (no less than 38.1" or 15 cm) around the scanner. • Place the scanner on a flat, stable surface that is not subject to vibration.
Unpacking the Scanner While unpacking the scanner, inspect the shipping carton for any signs of mishandling or damage. Your scanner’s packing carton and padding material have been carefully chosen to prevent damage to the unit in shipping and can withstand a reasonable amount of pressure. Refer to the enclosed packing list to ensure that you received all of the parts necessary for scanner setup. If there are any damaged or missing parts, contact Microtek's customer service department. 3-1 1 4 1.
Taking a closer look Vertical ruler Scanner lid Horizontal ruler Glass surface (Upper scan bed) Transparency tray (Lower scan bed) Power button Power indicator (green) Reflective Ready indicator (amber) Transparency Ready indicator (amber) Power connector FireWire ports (2) USB 2.
Unlocking the Scanner Before you start to operate the scanner, the scanner should be unlocked. To unlock the scanner, follow the steps below: 1. Look for the unlocking screw at the bottom of the scanner. 2. Using a screwdriver or a coin, push and turn the locking screw counterclockwise to the unlock position. When successfully unlocked, the screw will push out a little, protruding slightly from the bottom of the scanner. Shipping the Scanner If you have to transport the scanner, the scanner must be locked.
Installation This section provides information on the scanner connection procedures. Installing the Scanner Software Before connecting the scanner to your computer, follow the steps below to install the scanner software: 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Insert the Microtek CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. For Macintosh users:* When the Microtek CD-ROM icon appears on your Macintosh desktop, doubleclick on this icon to open it.
Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer The ArtixScan 1800f comes with both FireWire and USB 2.0 built-in interfaces. You may choose either FireWire (IEEE-1394) or USB 2.0 as the interface for connection between the scanner and computer. (You can use only one interface at a time.) Using the FireWire Cable Before connecting the scanner, check to see if your computer system is FireWireready (i.e., your scanner can be connected to the computer using the FireWire cable provided.
2. Connect the scanner to your computer, using the provided FireWire cable. Connect one end of the FireWire cable to your computer’s FireWire port, and connect the other end of the cable to the scanner’s FireWire port. For Macintosh users The latest Macintosh computers (i.e., G3, G4, etc.) are equipped with a built-in FireWire port, usually labeled with the “ ” logo. For PC users 3. Press the power button on the front panel, and wait for the lights to stop blinking and stay on steady.
Using the USB 2.0 Cable The ArtixScan 1800f's USB interface is a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 support port, which is compatible with the original USB standard with the high/low data transfer rate via the provided USB2.0 cable. Before making the USB connection, check to see if your computer system has a built-in USB port (original USB standard) or upgrade to include Hi-Speed USB 2.0 support port. Currently, the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 runs only on the Windows operating system.
For PC users (with a built-in USB port) For PC users (with a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 card installed) 3. Press the power button on the front panel, and wait for the lights to stop blinking and stay on steady. The scanner will be detected by your system automatically.
Positioning Your Originals This section provides information on how to position your originals for scanning and how to use the various film holders included with your scanner. Positioning Reflective Materials This procedure applies when you use the upper scan bed of the ArtixScan 1800f. The upper scan bed is used for scanning reflective materials such as photos and prints. 1. Open the scanner lid.
Positioning Transparent Film This procedure applies when you use the lower scan bed of the ArtixScan 1800f, which has a holder that is used for scanning transparent film. There are two ways to scan transparent film. A. By using the Glass Holder, which is used to scan non-standard-sized transparent film. Glass Holder Calibration slit B.
Using the Glass Holder To scan large or non-standard-sized transparencies: 1. Place the film face down on top of the glass surface of the holder. R R 2. Place the vinyl strip on the edges of the transparency to secure the film in place. 3. Insert the holder all the way into the transparency bay (the drawer or lower compartment) of the scanner. Caution: The glass holder requires regular cleaning.
Using the Other Film Holders Use the other film holders together with the Main Holder for scanning a particular type of standard-sized film. For instance, use the 4" x 5" film holder to scan 4" x 5" film, or use the 35mm filmstrip holder to scan 35mm filmstrips. 1.4 1.3 2.4 1.2 2.3 3.4 35mm Slide Holder 2.2 1.1 3.3 2.1 3.2 3.1 1.6 1.5 1.4 35mm Filmstrip Holder 1.3 2.6 1.2 2.5 1.1 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.1 1.2 2.2 6 x 9 cm Film Holder 1.1 2.1 1.2 4” x 5” Film Holder 1.
A. Using the 35mm Slide Holder The 35mm Slide Holder can hold a maximum of twelve mounted slides at a time. 1. Place the individual 35mm slides into the holder. 1.4 1.3 2.4 1.2 2.3 3.4 2.2 1.1 3.3 2.1 3.2 3.1 2. Place the slide holder in the Main Holder. 3. Insert the whole assembly into the transparency bay (the drawer or lower compartment) of the scanner. B. Using the 35mm Filmstrip Holder Two strips of six frames can be mounted into the 35mm Filmstrip Holder at a time. 1.
c) Align the frame-by-frame partition on your filmstrip with the Arrow mark of the holder. d) Snap to close the lid. The partitions on the holder should match the filmstrip’s frame-by-frame partitions. Frame-by frame partition Arrow mark 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 2.6 1.2 2.5 1.1 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.1 2. Put the filmstrip holder into the Main Holder. 3. Insert the whole assembly into the transparency bay (the drawer or lower compartment) of the scanner.
C. Using the 6 x 9 cm Film Holder The 6 x 9 cm Film Holder can hold four transparencies at a time, and allows you to scan several different film sizes of transparencies, including 6 x 4.5 cm, 6 x 6 cm, 6 x 7 cm, and 6 x 9 cm. 1. Place the film into the holder. a) Push on the side to open the lid. b) Place the film in the holder. c) Pull down the side to close the lid. a) b) c) 1.2 2.2 1.1 2.1 2. Put the film holder into the transparency tray. 3.
D. Using the 4" x 5" Film Holder The 4" x 5" Film Holder can hold two pieces of 4" x 5" film at a time. 1. Place the film into the holder. a) Push on the side to open the lid. b) Place the film in the holder. c) Pull down the side to close the lid. a) b) c) 1.2 3. Insert the whole assembly into the transparency bay (the drawer or lower compartment) of the scanner. 18 ArtixScan 1800f Installation and Operation Manual 1.1 2. Put the film holder into the transparency tray.
Your First Scan 1. Launch ScanWizard Pro from your image editing application. To do this, choose the Import or Acquire command from the File menu of your image editing application, then select ScanWizard Pro. To operate ScanWizard Pro in the stand-alone “batch” mode in Macintosh systems, go to the Apple menu, and choose the Batch Scan command. In Windows, launch ScanWizard Pro from the Start menu in Windows.
3. Click the Overview button to start an overview, and you will see the image appear in your Preview window. 4. Select the Scan Frame tool from the Toolbar in the Preview window, and choose the area to be scanned by dragging a rectangle around it. You will see a flashing frame (marquee) around the selected area. 3 5 4 7 2 5 Scan Job Queue window Info window 6 Settings Window Preview window 5.
Performing Color Calibration The Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP) is a scanner calibration and profiling utility program exclusively designed for Microtek scanners. Used together with the color calibration target, the ICC Profiler determines the color attributes of your scanner accurately, then generates an ICC profile tailored exclusively for the scanner you are using under ScanWizard Pro. The Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler utility is included in the CD-ROM that contains ScanWizard Pro.
A. Positioning the Reflective Target 1. Place the target face down on the glass surface of the scanner, making sure that the right side of the target is positioned toward the scanner's front panel and has its edge firmly aligned against the scanner top ruler. 2. Using the scanner's top ruler as a reference point, adjust the target position so that it is horizontally in the center of the glass surface. Make sure the woman's portrait lies towards the front of the scanner. B.
Calibrating Your Target 1. With the target properly positioned in the scanner, turn on your scanner and let it warm up for about five minutes. 2. Launch the Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler calibration program. In Macintosh, locate the Microtek ICC Profile folder and double-click the ICC Profile icon. In Windows, select the Start menu, Programs, Microtek ScanWizard Pro for Windows, then Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler. 3. The main dialog box appears.
Loading a Profile Once the profile has been produced, follow the steps below to load the profile you just created. 1. Launch ScanWizard Pro. 2. From the Preview window, click the Scan Material icon. Select the “Reflective” icon for reflective materials; select the "Positive Transparency" icon ("Positive Film") for transparencies and slides, and select the "Negative Film" icon for negative filmstrips. 3.
Specifications Interfaces 2 FireWire (IEEE-1394) ports, one USB/USB 2.0 port Dynamic Range 4.8 Dmax Scanning Modes Color, grayscale, and black & white in a single scanning pass 48-bit color input and output (approx. 281 billion colors) 16-bit grayscale (approx. 65,536 shades of gray) Scanning area Reflective: 8" x 14" (203 x 355 mm) Transparent: 8" x 10" (203 x 254 mm) Resolution Optical: 1800 dpi x 3600 dpi Interpolated: 14400 dpi x 14400 dpi Dimensions (L x W x H) 24.7" x 14.8" x 5.1" (627.
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
