AGFA DUOSCAN T2000 XL User manual

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DuoScan T2000 XL
Owner’s Guide
Preface
This chapter gives you general information about DuoScan T2000 XL.
Chapter 1 — Preparing the Scanner
This chapter shows you how to prepare your DuoScan T2000 XL for
in s t all at i o n .
Chapter 2 — Installing the Scanner
This chapter shows you how to set up your DuoScan T2000 XL for the Apple
Macintosh and PC.
Chapter 3 — Placing your Originals
This chapter shows you how to place your originals in your DuoScan
T2000 XL.
Appendix A — Troubleshooting
This appendix can be helpful when you come across problems that you are
unable to solve.
Appendix B — Technical Information
This appendix provides specifications of your DuoScan T2000 XL.
Appendix C — DuoScan T2000 XL Regulation Compliance
This appendix gives you information on the safety regulations and on
electromagnetic interference.
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Trademarks
Agfa and the Agfa rhombus are trademarks of Agfa-Gevaert AG.
DuoScan T2000 XL, FotoLook, ColorTune and Twinplate are trademarks of A gfa-
Ge vaert N.V.
Adobe Acrobat and the Acrobat logo are trademarks of Adobe Systems,
Incorporated.
Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation
Power Macintosh and System 8 are trademarks and Apple and Macintosh are
registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Incorporated.
Windows, Windows NT and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other products or company names are trademarks or registered trademark s o f
their respective holders.
Copyright © 1999 Agfa-Gevaert N.V.
All rights reserved.
All software and hardware described in this document is subject to change
without notice.
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Contents
Preface ...............................................................................................5
About DuoScan T2000 XL .................................................................................................5
Chapter 1 — Preparing the Scanner...................................................7
Unpacking the Scanner......................................................................................................8
Unlocking the Scanner.......................................................................................................8
Relocking the Scanner.......................................................................................................9
Taking a Closer Look.......................................................................................................10
Chapter 2 — Installing the Scanner..................................................12
Minimum Hardware and Software Requirements ........................................................13
Environmental Requirements ........................................................................................14
Precautions.......................................................................................................................14
Cleaning your Scanner....................................................................................................15
Installation of the Software ............................................................................................15
SCSI Devices ....................................................................................................................16
Installation for the Apple Macintosh .............................................................................17
Which SCSI Interface Card......................................................................................17
Choosing a SCSI ID Number................................................................................... 17
Connecting the Scanner.........................................................................................20
Testing the Connection ..........................................................................................23
Installation for the PC......................................................................................................24
Which SCSI Interface Card......................................................................................24
Choosing a SCSI ID Number................................................................................... 24
Connecting the Scanner.........................................................................................26
Testing the Connection ..........................................................................................33
Performing a Power-on Test ..........................................................................................34
Chapter 3 — Placing your Originals..................................................35
Placing Reflective Originals...........................................................................................36
Scanning an Original in Full-Area Resolution Output........................................36
Scanning an Original in High-Resolution Output ...............................................37
Placing Transparent Originals........................................................................................38
Using the Glass Plate Holder..................................................................................40
Using the Single Slide Holders..............................................................................41
Using the Batch Slide Holders...............................................................................43
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Appendix A — Troubleshooting........................................................47
Appendix B — Technical Information................................................49
Appendix C — DuoScan T2000 XL Regulation Compliance...............51
Safety Regulations ..........................................................................................................51
UL Safety Statement................................................................................................51
FTZ: Bescheinigung des Herstellers/Importeurs ...............................................51
TÜV: Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise......................................................................51
Electromagnetic Interference ........................................................................................52
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference
Statement. .................................................................................................................52
Canadian Department of Communications........................................................... 53
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Preface
In Preface you find general information about DuoScan T2000 XL.
About DuoScan T2000 XL
DuoScan T2000 XL is an A3 plus size dual lens scanner that scans reflective (RX)
and transparent (TX) originals, each on an independent scan bed. The scanner
uses the Twinplate™ scanning system, allowing to scan without glass plat e s
distorting the optical path. Instead of only switching the light source, the scanner
switches mirrors and thereby uses a different optical path to scan transparent
originals. This allows the scanner to optimize the optical path for both types of
originals.
The dual lens system of the DuoScan T2000 XL offers you the possibility t o scan
in either high resolution at 2000 dpi or in low resolution at 667 dpi. The size of
the scan area depends on the resolution type and the mode that you are
scanning in:
Re f le ct ive
Mode Transparency Mode
Low resolution 12 x 18 inch 9.5 x 12 inch
Hig h
resolution 4 x 18 inch 4 x 12 inch
The A3 plus area of 12 x 18 inch RX makes the DuoScan T2000 XL very
appropriate for large format scanning. The high-resolution scan area is situated
between the center line and the front edge of the entire scan area.
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DuoScan T2000 XL's image quality makes it perfectly suitable for pre-press
graphical applications. It is based on flatbed CCD (Charge Coupled Dev ice )
scanning technology. DuoScan T2000 XL is characterized by a large inpu t size
range and a high scanning speed. Thanks to its 8,000 CCD pixels, an imp re ssive
output size range can be achieved. This high-precision instrument features
exceptional sharpness and color fidelity.
A standard transparency tray allows you to scan transparent originals without
using the reflective glass plate. In this tray you can put a glass plate holder or
one of the four batch slide holders. You can prepare transparent originals on the
transparency tray while you are scanning reflective originals and vice versa. Note
that you cannot take out the tray completely.
To keep your originals in place on the glass plate holder, three single slide
holders are supplied with your DuoScan T2000 XL. In order to facilitate the
scanning of thick originals like magazines and books, the document cover adjusts
automatically to the thickness of the original. If necessary, you can remove the
document cover of the DuoScan T2000 XL completely by lifting it.
The originals can be of any type. The FotoLook scanning software will optimize
the scan result. The features of ColorTune software make it possible to create an
output in compliance with your personal wishes (realistic colors, spe cial c o lo r
effects,...). The bit depths can be either 3 x 12 bit for RGB (packed into 3 x 16 bit
or truncated to 3 x 8 bit), 4 x 8 bit for CMYK color, 12 bit for gray scale o rig in als
(output in either 8 or 16 bit) or 1 bit for line-art originals. The scanned data are
transferred to the workstation through SCSI-2. The workstation can be either an
Apple® Macintosh® or a PC®.
The DuoScan T2000 XL has an internal terminator. As a consequence you do not
need to use an external terminator.
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Chapter 1 — Preparing the
Scanner
This chapter assists you in preparing your DuoScan T2000 XL for instal lat io n .
You will find instructions for:
Unpacking the Scanner
Unlocking the Scanner
Relocking the Scanner
Taking a Closer Look
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Unpacking the Scanner
1. Open the packing box and take out all the items carefully.
2. Check each item to make sure that there is no visual defect.
If something is missing, contact your dealer or Agfa service representative.
3. Remove the plastic wrapping and the packing materials from the scanner.
v Note: Save the packing materials so that you can repack the scanner to
protect it if you have to move it over long distances.
4. Register electronically via the presentation layer. Only when you register,
you can claim your guarantee and get information on new products and
upgrades.
Unlocking the Scanner
The scanner’s optical carriage contains all optical components and rides back and
forth during the scan. An unlocking screw at the left side of your
DuoScan T2000 XL holds the carriage in place during shipment. You have to
remove this screw before powering up the scanner.
1. Look for the unlocking screw at the left side of your DuoScan T2000 XL .
2. Take a coin and turn the screw counterclockwise in the unlock position.
The screw comes loose: your scanner is unlocked.
3. Allow a minimum of 10 cm (4 inches) around each side of the scanner and a
minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) at the rear side of the scanner.
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Relocking the Scanner
If you need to transport the scanner over long distances, you should first re lo ck
your scanner. This will protect the scanner's optical assembly from possible
damage.
1. Switch on your scanner and wait until the ready indicator stops blinking.
2. Take a coin and turn the screw clockwise in the lock position.
The screw is fastened: your scanner is locked.
3. Switch off your scanner.
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Taking a Closer Look
Now that you have the scanner out of the box, take a closer look so that you
become familiar with its parts. The figure illustrates the locations of the different
parts of your DuoScan T2000 XL.
1. reflective glass plate
2. removable document cover
3. transparency tray
4. power indicator
5. ready indicator (permanent light)
6. busy indicator (blinking light)
7. power switch
8. rulers
9. unlocking screw
10. registration pins
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The following figure illustrates the location of the different parts at the rear of
your scanner.
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1. internal terminator switch
2 . S CS I ID swit ch
3. 50-pin SCSI connector
4. 25-pin SCSI connector
5. power input
Glass plate holder and four batch slide holders (4 x 5 inch, 60 x 90 mm, 3 5 mm
framed and 35 mm strips).
An optional rail with registration pins is available.
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Chapter 2 — Installing the
Scanner
This chapter shows you how to set up your DuoScan T2000 XL with your Apple
Macintosh or PC. You will find information about:
Minimum Hardware and Software Requirements
Environmental Requirements
Precautions
Cleaning your Scanner
Installation of the Software
SCSI Devices
Installation for the Apple Macintosh
Which SCSI Interface Card
Choosing a SCSI ID Number
Connecting the Scanner
Testing the Connection
Installation for the PC
Which SCSI Interface Card
Choosing a SCSI ID Number
Connecting the Scanner
Testing the Connection
Performing a Power-on Test
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Minimum Hardware and Software
Requirements
n For the Apple Macintosh:
o A Power PC™ processor
o 32 MB of RAM
o A 17 inch color monitor (24 bit color display recommended)
o System™ 8 operating system
o a CD-RO M d rive
o The amount of disk space available on your Macintosh determines the
number and size of the images that you can scan. Make sure that you
have a minimum of 40 MB free storage space on your hard disk. You
need about two times the size of the image to scan, edit and save an
image.
n For the PC:
o A pentium processor or higher.
o A 15 inch color monitor.
o A video card for an accurate display of color images (minimum thousands
of colors).
o 32 MB of RAM (64 MB of RAM is recommended).
o FotoLook™ is compatible with all IBM™ PC’s and compatibles capable of
running Windows 95, Windows 98 or NT 4.0 for Intel platforms.
o An ASPI compatible SCSI card. In general, FotoLook supports all fully
WINASPI compatible cards. Some SCSI cards require a special SCSI
cable (e.g. wide SCSI). Contact your supplier for the proper cable.
v Note: Please read the installation and set-up guidelines in the
documentation that is supplied together with your SCSI interface card. In
case of problems, refer to: Appendix A, ‘Troubleshooting’.
o A C D-RO M d riv e .
o The amount of disk space available on your PC determines the number
and size of the images you can scan. Make sure you have enough free
storage space on your hard disk. You need about two times the size of
the image to scan, edit and save an image. You need a minimum of 30 MB
free hard disk space.
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Environmental Requirements
n Place the scanner on a horizontal, flat surface.
n To ensure proper ventilation, allow a minimum of 10 cm (4 inches) free sp ace
around each side of the scanner and a minimum of 15 cm (6 inches) at the
rear of the scanner.
n Make sure that no vibrations or shocks occur.
n Make sure that the area is free of excessive dust.
n Avoid any contact with water.
n The scanner is designed to operate optimally when the environmental
temperature is between 10°C and 40°C. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight
and heating devices.
n The scanner is designed to operate optimally when the environmental
h u mid it y is b e t we e n 1 0 % an d 8 5 % . A vo id e n v iro n me n t s wh e re h u mid it y
fluctuations might occur.
n Check whether the voltage of the power supply corresponds to the voltage
of the scanner. If not, contact your dealer or Agfa service representative.
Precautions
For your own safety and that of your equipment, respect conscientiously the
Environmental Requirements and always take the following precautions.
Caution: For the reason of safety, besides the personal maintenance
mentioned in this Owner's Guide, do not try to remove any mechanical part s o r
any electronic devices. If you need service, our dealer and service offices are
available to help you.
n Place the scanner on a horizontal, flat surface.
n Handle your DuoScan T2000 XL with care: its glass plates are fragile. There
is no warranty on breaking the glass plates and your dealer is not liable for
the consequential damages.
n Check frequently whether there is no overheating of the power plug and
whether the power plug is pushed all the way into the socket.
n Switch off the machine at the end of your working day or during power
f ailu re .
n Never lean on the scanner. This dislocates the scanner’s focus.
n Disconnect the power plug when you want to clean the reflective glass plate
and when the scanner needs service.
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n Do not open the scanner housing as it contains high-voltage areas and
sensitive components. Any curative maintenance should be carried out by
your dealer or Agfa service representative.
n Do not leave originals on the reflective glass plate or on the slide holder
frame for excessive periods of time. The warmth of the scanner may cause
them to deteriorate.
n Make sure to attach transparent originals on the glass plate. Otherwise you
might lose them in the scanner.
n To avoid crashes, never use extension cables for SCSI cables.
n For safety reasons, never use extension cables for power cables.
Cleaning your Scanner
n In order to maintain the quality of your scanned images, regularly clean both
glass plates (the reflective glass plate and the glass plate holder).
n Before cleaning, switch off the power to the scanner and unplug the cable.
n Use a damp cloth and a mild detergent or alcohol to clean the surface of the
glass plate.
n When you use sprays directly onto the glass plate, avoid the seams around
the glass, as this may cause the liquid to penetrate and contaminate the
mirrors and lenses inside the scanner. Do not use detergent on the plast ic
parts of your scanner.
n Especially the cleaning of the calibration slit in the glass plate holder is
important. Keep this area dust- and dirt-free.
Installation of the Software
Please refer to the Agfa FotoLook 3.5 documentation.
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SCSI Devices
DuoScan T2000 XL is a Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) device. It
communicates with your computer by using the SCSI-2 standard. The SCSI
communication standard allows you to have up to seven peripheral device s
connected to your computer.
Before connecting the SCSI devices you should always make sure that your
computer and all SCSI devices are switched off. If either the computer or any of
the devices remains on, you could damage the computer or the device.
A unique SCSI ID number is assigned to each device in the SCSI chain enabling
your computer to identify the device it wants to communicate with and the priority
of each device.
Caution: If two SCSI devices have the same ID number, your system will not
work properly and you may damage your SCSI devices.
To avoid crashes, never use extension cables for SCSI cables.
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Installation for the Apple Macintosh
This section shows you how to set up your DuoScan T2000 XL with your
Macintosh computer. You must first choose and set a SCSI ID number, then
connect the scanner to your Macintosh, and finally test the connection.
Which SCSI Interface Card
Choosing a SCSI ID Number
Connecting the Scanner
Testing the Connection
Which SCSI Interface Card
DuoScan T2000 XL requires a SCSI interface card to work with your Mac or
compatible computer. If your Mac does not have such a card or built-in interface,
contact your dealer or Agfa service representative.
Adaptec products are recommended to use together with your DuoScan T1200.
v Note: If you use an external SCSI-card, consult the documentation supplied
with your interface card. This will tell you how to install the card.
Choosing a SCSI ID Number
Before you connect your DuoScan T2000 XL to your Macintosh, you have to find
out which SCSI ID numbers are already assigned and which numbers are free. To
d o t h is, yo u c an u s e t h e u t ilit y ‘S CS I ID Ch e cke r’. Yo u will fin d t h is u t ilit y in t h e
FotoLook folder after you installed the software.
1. Copy the SCSI ID Checker to your Macintosh computer if not already done.
2. Open the SCSI ID Checker.
A dialog box appears with a list of the SCSI ID numbers that are free in your
Macintosh computer.
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Your Macintosh always occupies ID 7, its internal hard disk usually occupies
ID 0 or ID 1 and its CD-ROM disk usually occupies ID 3. If your Macintosh is
equipped with 2 SCSI-busses, the button Next Bus allows you to switch
busses.
3. Check if SCSI ID number 2 is free.
Your DuoScan T2000 XL is preset to ID 2.
4. If SCSI ID number 2 is free, go to instruction 5.
- o r -
If SCSI ID number 2 is already assigned, you need to set the scanner to a
free SCSI ID number.
o Make sure that your scanner is switched off and that it is disconnected
from your computer.
o Decide on an unassigned SCSI ID number.
o Use the SCSI ID switch at the rear of the scanner to set the desired SCSI
ID .
Push above the SCSI ID number to decrease the number, push
underneath the SCSI ID number to increase the number.
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5. Click OK to close the SCSI ID Checker.
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Connecting the Scanner
Caution: Install the scanner software, as described in the Getting Started,
before connecting the scanner to your computer.
Before you connect the scanner to your Macintosh, make sure that your scanner
as well as your Macintosh and everything connected to it are switched off.
A SCSI cable is supplied with your scanner.
Because your DuoScan T2000 XL has a built-in terminator, you do not need to
use an external terminator.
Caution: For safety reasons, never use extension cables for power cables.
Always make sure that there are no more than two terminators in your SCS I ch ain ,
one at the beginning and one at the end. Some SCSI devices have built-in
terminators and must therefore be placed at the beginning or at the end of your
SCSI chain. Please check the documentation of each of your SCSI devices if you
are not sure whether the device has a built-in terminator. Your DuoScan T2000
XL has a built-in terminator.
If your DuoScan T2000 XL is the only SC SI device to be
connected to your Apple Macintosh
1. Connect the smaller 25-pin end of the SCSI cable to the connector of your
Apple Macintosh.
2. Connect the larger 50-pin end of the SCSI cable to the connector of your
scanner.
3. Snap the diamond shaped wire clips into the clip brackets to secure the
connection.
4. Switch on the internal terminator.
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